What's Going on in Jackson County May 16, 2019
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Jackson County ATV/UTV Trails
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TRAILS ARE OPEN!
Clark County is also.
The Ho-Chunk trail is currently
closed
at this time.
There is a re-route on the Wildcat Loop, on North Settlement road, this is a State section of trail. Watch for signs.
Trail construction may also be going on closer to Hatfield on the State section, please use caution.
There is an active trail rehabilitation project on the state forest trail going on this week shown in the first map. Dump trucks will be hauling on this stretch through Friday (May 17). The second map shows the small section of trail closed in Millston along with the reroute on Settlement Road.
Ride safe!
Visit the Chamber office to pick up an ATV trail map. You can also call us and we will send one to you!
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This is a great networking opportunity. Join fellow Chamber Members at
Lunda Community Center
for an evening of food, fun and door prizes!
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Remember,
any employee
of a Chamber Business is welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Goody Bag Items Needed!
Throughout the year, we put together goody bags for races, new teachers, hockey tournaments and other events. We are asking for businesses to donate goody bag items. If you have pens, magnets, key chains, etc. that you would like to donate please give us a call. We are also looking for any coupons ( % discounts, buy 1, get 1 offers, etc.) that can be included in these bags.
This is a great opportunity to advertise & promote your business!
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Entertainment in the Park
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Join us Tuesday Nights at the Lunda Park Bandshell June 4 - August 27, 2019 from 7 to 8pm.
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Free to the Public (Donations Welcome)!
Entertainment for the whole family- Bring a Blanket or Chair
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The 2019 Karner Blue Race will be held on
Saturday, July 20, 2019
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The races include a half-marathon, 10K and 5K. The half-marathon is one of the most challenging courses in the state and all the races are chipped-timed and sanctioned.
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6th Annual Pace & Pedal Duathlon/5K
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The 2019 Pace and Pedal Event will be held this Saturday! You can still register by clicking
here
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Volunteers are also needed for this event. To sign up to be a volunteer, click
here
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Jackson County Fitness Day on Saturday, May 18
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This
free
family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, June 8 at Red Creek Elementary School.
Bicycle donations are needed! Contact Jen at 715-284-9155 for more information.
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Black River Memorial Hospital is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment this year. They are gathering county input on what your impression is on the health care available in Jackson County. The first 500 who take the survey will receive a $10 gas card.
There is an option at the end of the survey to select either, “send me the gas card” or “please donate the gas card to charity.” The donated cards will be distributed to organizations such as Jackson County Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers.
The survey takes about 15 minutes and your input is very much appreciated. Please share this with staff members or co-workers at your organizations.
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The Jackson County Farmers Market
opens today from 2:00-6:00pm. Hours will be Thursdays from 2-6pm and Saturdays from 9am-1pm through October.
Festival in the Park
will be held on July 6, 2019. New this year is a Vendor Fair that will be held from 3:00-7:00pm. Application and payment are due June 1, 2019. Contact Kelly Hurst for an application at 715-284-2315 or by email at kelly.hurst@blackriverfalls.us.
Creekside Escape
has an opening for a 3 night stay during Cranfest Weekend! To view rates and more information, visit
www.creeksideescape.com
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Boys and Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley-Lunda Center Summer Program
- Summer weeks are planned and the Club is ready to start summer registration! Summer programming will June 10-August 23, Monday- Friday from 7:30-6:00pm.
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This Week's Member and Community Events
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16 16
th
Annual Women’s Business Conference
in Eau Claire will be presented by the Western Wisconsin Women’s Businesses Center from 8am-5pm at the UW Eau Claire WR Davies Student Center. For more information or to register, go to
www.womensbusinessconference.com
. The first 100 registrants will receive a FREE Women’s Business Center travel mug! This will be held at the UW-Eau Claire’s Davies Center.
16 Area farmers are invited to attend a pasture walk
hosted by the Coulee Graziers at 12pm at the Farm of Steve and Pat Kling, W1530 Wilson Road, Taylor. Farmers with an interest in grazing and forage resources, from small-scale holding paddocks to full-scale managed intensive grazing are welcome to attend. Topics for discussion include managing pasture for beef and dairy cattle and early spring grazing. A light lunch will be provided. There is no membership/meeting fee to attend. For more information, contact the Extension Office at 715-284-4257 or Steve Kling, Coulee Graziers network at 715-662-5053.
16 Black River Falls Public Library
will have a Library Resources Demo: Gale Courses at 1:30 pm and a Library Resources Class: Libby/overdrive at 2:30 pm.
16 Intro to the Fitness Center at Lunda Community Center
from 6 to 7:15 pm. An overview on the different areas of our Fitness Center from cardio to strength training machines, so you can figure out how each piece works and how it can benefit you. For ages 14+. 715-670-0790
16 The Jackson County Farmers Market
will open today from 2-6pm.
17 Ho-Chunk Gaming BRF
-Magician Matthew Teague will be on the Casino Floor from 4-7pm!
17 Black River Country Bank is partnering with the Jackson County Humane Society
to help raise funds to build the new animal shelter. Dogs & Dollars Days will be held at the BRF location on May 17 from 11am-1pm. Hot dogs, condiments, and lemonade will be served and will be a free will donation, along with employee WE GIVE contributions! All funds raised will go to the Animal Shelter.
17 Movie Night at Lunda Community Bandshell
Hosted by the Black River Falls PTO at 7pm. Bring your family and join us for the last movie night of the school year!! We will be featuring the movie, Ralph Breaks the Internet! Hot dogs (donated by Kwik Trip!), chips, popcorn, and water (donated by Ripp Distributing!) will be provided! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, pillows, etc. The movie will start at dusk in the band shelter! If it should rain, movie night will be moved back to the Red Creek gym.
18 Skyline Golf Course
– Welcome to Summer Party! Featuring Travace and Generators. Also featuring $3.00 Bacardi mixers.
18 The Jackson County Board has proclaimed May 18
th
as Jackson County Fitness Day,
encouraging all citizens of Jackson County to be active and join the movement for a happier, healthier county. Contact BRACC for ways to join the movement.
18 Black River Gun Club will host its 13
th
Annual Steak Feed.
This
will start at 11am at the Club on County Highway, E. A Raffle drawing will be held at 5pm.
18 Sons of Norway will have a Social Event for the Community
from 9am-11am. Coffee and Norwegian Goodies, at no cost, as well as a bake sale going on. This will be located at Woodland Center Cabin at S. 7
th
Street, BRF.
18 2019 Tire Round Ups-
open from 8am-12pm at Jackson County Highway Shop, N5661 State Hwy 54 West. Passenger or light truck is $2 and all other tires are $10 per tire.
18 Rainbow Rock Reiki:
Chakra 101- An Introduction. Have you always wanted to learn about Chakras? Here’s your chance! Come join us as we explore those intriguing wheels of energy within our bodies. Cost is $10 to reserve your seat. This will run from 1-4pm at Rainbow Rock REIKI Wellness Center.
18 Fort McCoy Armed Forces Day Open House
will be held from 9am-3pm. Armed Forces Day is observed to pay tribute to and show support for service members in our Armed Forces. Activities include guided, narrated bus tours of the installation, military equipment displays, camouflage face-painting, ID tags, and much more. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Foods are available for purchase on site, or bring your own lunch and eat at a picnic pavilion. Visitors should enter the installation via Gate 15 off highway 21 between Sparta and Tomah. Adults must have a photo ID.
18 Ho-Chunk Gaming BRF
-Magician Matthew Teague will be on the Casino Floor from 4-7pm!
18 Helicopter, Military, & Tribute Vehicle Expo at the Highground
. At approximately 9am, weather permitting, a UH-1H Huey helicopter will land at the Highground. This is one of the very few flyable UH-1H helicopters left in the U.S. Several vintage military vehicles will be exhibited. The Highground is also honored to have the Karl’s Transport semi-trailer, which is dedicated to the memory of Ryan Jopek, KIA Iraq and the military tribute tractor trailer from Service 1 join the Expo. The Helicopter and Military Vehicle Expo will last from 10am – 4pm. Hardee’s will have a food tent and visitors will be able to visit the new exhibit of Lao Hmong culture and history in the Learning Center. The Highground will be holding its Big Spring Bake Sale at the Expo, as well.
19 15th Annual Fire Department Car Show
will be held at Riverside Auto Sales-Toybox Rides. There will be a silent auction, food & beverage, music & fun, and a 50/50 raffle! All proceeds will go to Black River Falls Fire Department. For more information, call 715-284-4525.
19 Jackson in Action and Friends of the Black River
will host a Water Paddle event at 12:30pm. Location and more information will be announced.
19 The Wright Place Saloon & Grill
have a Paint Party at 2pm. Cost is only $35. Call for more information.
20 Cupping Class at Reflections on Water
from 6 to 8 pm. Cupping is a technique that can be used to relieve pain, calm the nervous system, stimulate flow of blood, lymph and chi. Immune support is another benefit.
In this 2 hour class you will be taught how to be empowered in caring for yourself and your family. Demonstrations of fire cup and suction cup methods, massage and parked cup methods and their indications for use. Dress comfortably and bring a notebook. No perfume please. Facilitated by Susan Leigha Anderson. Class Limit 10 people. Open to EVERYONE, you don't have to be a practitioner. Prepay for only $65 ($70 at the door if there is room). Payment secures your spot! If we fill up, we'll add another date! Cupping Sets Available to purchase at class.
20 Black River Falls Public Library
will have a Friends of the Library meeting at 5:30 pm.
21 Black River Falls Public Library
will have a Library Board Meeting at 4 pm.
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Chamber Member Job Postings
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Pine View Care Center:
CNAs for all shifts, RN/LPNs and Full or Part-Time Dietary Aide. Apply in person at 400 County Road R, BRF or online at
www.pineviewcarecenter.com
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Atrium Post Acute Care: Temporary Cooks and CNAs.
Under new management. Benefits include insurance, 401K, vacation/sick time and friendly staff. Stop in at 1311 Tyler Street, BRF.
Pine View Terrace: Resident Assistants- Part-Time PM Shift & Overnight Shift. Experience is helpful but willing to train. Pickup an application at 404 County Road R, BRF or email your resume to wtrautsch@rphfcorp.com.
Regal:
Production Technician in the Assembly and Winding department on split shift (9:30am-6:00pm and 2nd shift 2:15pm-10:45pm),
Machinist/Tool & Die, and for
Maintenance/Electrician. To view the full job posting, visit
https://www.regalbeloit.com/About-Regal/Careers. If interested, stop by the Black River Falls facility from 8:00am-4:30pm to complete an application or apply online at www.regalbeloit.com.
Lunda Community Center:
Part-Time Front Desk Attendant, Part-Time Child Watch Attendant, and Part-Time Maintenance Custodian. Apply in person.
Black River Memorial Hospital: Environmental Services Summer Help, Med/Surg Director, Med/Surg Patient Care Technician/ Health Unit Coordinator, Nutrition Services Assistant, Occupational Therapist, and Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner. To view job descriptions and to apply, visit
www.brmh.net.
Mosser Lee Company:
Seasonal Packaging Position. $500 hiring bonus, $11 starting wage plus incentives. To apply, please pick up an application in person. W6585 Hwy. O, Millston, Wi.
Jackson County Zoning Department: Limited Term Recycling Worker. This position assists with the recycling program in Jackson County. Duties include, but are not limited to: operation of forklift, baling recycled items and general upkeep of recycling center. To view the full job posting and to apply, visit www.co.jackson.wi.us by May 22.
Jackson County Highway Department: Maintenance and Construction Foreman. Essential duties include, but are not limited to; directing and participating in actives of employees performing road maintenance and road improvement projects; providing services relating to the State and County Highway systems; assembling of the work crews and in general helping provide highway safety in the County. To apply, visit the Career Opportunities page at www.co.jackson.wi.us. Deadline to apply is May 22.
The Wright Place
: Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwasher for all shifts. Must work weekends. Pay is negotiable. Stop in or email
thewrightplacebrf@gmail.com
to apply.
Re/Max Homes & Hills Inc. : Office Secretary/Administrative Assistant. 40 hour work week, must have computer experience (Microsoft Office, Excel, etc). Ability to manage business accounts, attention to detail, must be punctual and communicate well with the public. Competitive wage. Submit resume to: Job Position, 19 Main Street, BRF.
Lunda Construction: Class A CDL Driver and a General Labor/Driver for full time work on first shift. Application packets may be picked up at 620 Gebhardt Road, BRF or requested via email at jhanson@lundaconstruction.com. Completed applications must be received by May 30.
Stein Counseling:
Part-Time Peer Support Worker/Specialist, Full-Time Community Services Program Assistant, Part-Time Office Assistant-BRF, Full-Time Office Assistant-BRF, Parent Educators-LaCrosse, Monroe, and Jackson Counties, Outpatient Therapists, BRF Outpatient Counselor, and an In-Home Counselor. To view job descriptions and to apply, visit
https://effectivebehavior.com/about/employment/
Aptiv
: Employment Trainer - Part-Time.
We are also currently hiring for 13 youth service mentors to work at our Black River Falls facility for the summer! Flexible schedule, competitive wages starting at $11/hr with a $150 stay bonus if you work 6/1/19-8/31/19. If you are looking for an opportunity to help others learn new skills, Aptiv is your next home!
Aptiv offers competitive pay, flexible working schedule, retirement option, medical, dental and vision insurance, short and long term disability, continuing education support and a friendly fun environment. To view full job descriptions and to apply, visit
aptiv.applicantpro.com/jobs/
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AmericInn
is looking for Housekeepers and Front Desk. Apply in person.
Black Creek Lodge:
All positions. Apply in person at S13182 County Road H, Fairchild, Wisconsin 54741.
D&S Manufacturing:
We encourage you to explore our current job openings. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at this company, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 715-284-5376 or contact us at
bdolesy@dsmfg.com
Ho-Chunk Nation/Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls:
We have many jobs open weekly; all the jobs within the Ho-Chunk Nation and its Gaming Facilities can be found by going to:
www.ho-chunknation.com/employmen
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Need Employment Assistance?
The Department of Workforce Development and the Black River Falls Public Library
are collaborating to offer employment-related services. Contact the Library at 715-284-4112 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
UMOS Transitional Jobs Program
, in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, offers subsidized employment opportunities, skills training and support services for qualified people who have difficulty entering and succeeding in the workplace. For referral forms and/or more information, please call 715.299.6334 or email
tj.central@umos.org
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Advertising
Opportunities
Every week the Black River Area Chamber of Commerce sends out a weekly e-newsletter about events, activities and news that reaches almost 5,000 email addresses!
Be a part of this weekly update
with your advertisement for just $25 a week. Email a PDF or JPG of your ad to
chamber@blackrivercountry.net
and let us know which week you'd like us to run it. We will also include it in the monthly e-newsletter at no additional charge. For more information, give us a call at 715-284-4658.
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Taylor Media produces video content for commercials, websites or for social media that can help drive business results.
Meiers Associates Inc. - N3944 Little Pete Rd, Black River Falls, WI 54615- Phone: 608-576-0228
Sales of Medicare supplements and guaranteed retirement income. Lifestyle and wellness consultant. In business since 1967. Graduate of UW Madison 1967 and American College Life Underwriters 1979. Services include planning and consulting on the process of maintaining lifestyle and wellness.
The Sure Stay Plus Hotel by Best Western offers 141 standard guest rooms and suites with the option of upgrading to a suite containing a cozy fireplace, or relaxing whirlpool, and a beautiful view of the boardwalk. All rooms come standard with a refrigerator, microwave, iron and board, hair dryer, and single cup coffee maker. Our indoor pool and fitness area as well as free hi-speed wireless Internet access. Located conveniently on the beautiful ATV/snowmobile trails of central Wisconsin. Pets welcome!
Black River Falls Athletic Booster club holds fundraising events for the benefit of BRF high school sports .
Marco's Italian & American Grill will have happy hour between 4 pm-6 pm. Lunch specials starting at $5.95! Dinner specials starting at $9.95! House Specialty Drinks, Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Homemade Baked Dishes, Homemade Pasta, Imported Pasta, Seafood, Chicken, Veal, Steak, and More!
Oakridge Landscaping, LLC - W8459 Oakridge Road, Black River Falls, WI 54615- Phone: 715-299-2828 or 608-790-4510
A new locally owned business introducing ourselves (Bubba) Frank Rowlee and Mike Sandoval as owners and operators. We are now taking clientele for spring and fall clean up, mulch beds, planting beds, as well as any and every landscaping project. Please call or message us to set up a free estimate.
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Black River Area Chamber of Commerce, 120 N. Water Street, Black River Falls, WI 54615
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