September 2022
Dear Chamber Members,

Summer sure went by fast, but I am looking to "falling into Grafton", and enjoying warm days and cool evenings.

A huge thank you to all of our Chamber Member businesses that participated in the Ladies Night Out on August 2nd. Over 50 businesses and 350 ladies enjoyed a great night in downtown Grafton! A very big "Thank you ", to our dedicated Ladies Night Out committee, without whom, this event would never happen.

Next up is our 28th Annual Chamber Golf Outing on September 20th
at Edgewater Golf Club. We are looking forward to our fun 9 hole event, and hope that you are planning to join us. Thanks to our sponsors, meijer, Bank Five Nine, Cornerstone Community Bank, Port Washington State Bank and our hole sponsors who have signed up, and if you have not, there is still time. Check out more details below or our website for more information.

I am reminded that the purpose of Labor Day is to celebrate the American labor movement and the contributions and achievements of the American worker. On behalf of your Chamber Board of Directors and the Chamber Staff, thank you for all of your hard work, dedication, and achievements, and for continuing to make Grafton the thriving and vibrant community that it is.
  
Sean
Sean Fahey
GACC Chamber President
National Food Bank Day
Friday, September 2nd


National Wildlife Day
Sunday, September 4th


Labor Day
Monday, September 5th

International Literacy Day
Thursday, September 8th


National 401(k) Day
Friday, September 9th


Grandparents Day
Sunday September 11th


National POW/MIA
Recognition Day
Friday, September 16th


Constitution Day
Saturday, September 17th


GACC Golf Outing
Tuesday, September 20th


National IT Professionals Day
Tuesday, September 20th


World Alzheimer's Day
Wednesday, September 21st


Autumnal Equinox
Thursday, September 22nd


Rosh Hashanah
Sunday, September 25th


Johnny Appleseed Day
Monday, September 26th


National Voter Registration Day
Tuesday, September 27th


National Coffee Day
Thursday, September 29th
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Hole Sponsorships- Reserve Yours Today
 We are currently accepting hole sponsorships from Businesses. It's $100 if you register a foursome, or $125 for just the sponsorship.
We encourage businesses to be present at their sponsorship spot to help run games, or to bring your own activity or swag to entertain golfers while networking with Chamber members.
Don't delay- sponsor a hole at the GACC Golf Outing event Today!
Prize Donations Needed 
Additionally, we are currently gathering a total of 75 prize donations for our event guests. This is one of our very best attended events for Chamber members and is an excellent activity for your business to have a presence at next month. Please check out the attached Prize Donation Request form and consider contributing a gift basket or prize of some type. No donation is too big or too small! Gift Baskets, Gift Certificates, and business swag are just a examples of great prize donations.
The September 15th edition of the News Graphic
will include a focus feature on Grafton.
Here's your chance to participate in a great
cooperative advertising opportunity!
Looking for a new opportunity to be involved in our community and meet new people?
Consider joining our Holiday Events Committee and be a part of the biggest event in Grafton! Contact Pam for more details at pam@grafton-wi.org.
Ozaukee County Transit has just launched a survey to better understand the employment transportation needs of county residents. This was primarily a response to public hearings about continuing the Ozaukee County Express commuter bus. However, it will be used for in-county transportation planning, as well. The survey takes 3 minutes to complete. Please take a few moments to complete the survey.
Is your business hiring? Looking for staff?
List your available jobs on the Chamber website! Use the Job Postings feature found on our home page.

<--- Click on the logo to access the Job Postings page. In the upper-righthand of the page, click Membership Login to access the portal and simply fill in details of the available position!
Welcome New
Chamber Member
Family Promise
of Ozaukee County
Corinne Guerin
136 W. Grand Avenue
Port Washington, WI 53074
262-268-2723
corifpoz@gmail.com
Making a difference in the lives of families and individuals at the risk of homelessness in Ozaukee County. Emergency shelter, rent assistance, and case management services for individuals and families.
News from Our
Chamber Members
Bank Five Nine is proud to present the Pumpkin Derby during the 2022 Fall Into Grafton festivities. Racing pumpkin kits will be available for pickup starting September 12th through October 14th- while supplies last. It's just a $15 security deposit and once you return the kit, you get your money back.
Cornerstone Community Bank is hosting free onsite shred events where you can drop off unwanted documents for secure shredding. The Grafton location will host its shred event from 3-5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, at 2090 Wisconsin Avenue. Grafton, WI. CLICK HERE to view the flier for details, rules and additional information on the event.
Grafton High School is looking for unpaid internship opportunities for high school students in business, marketing and IT Departments. Click here to view a flier that goes through program details and areas of interest. Please contact the GACC Executive Director, Pam King by emailing her at pam@grafton-wi.org, if your business is interested in participating.
Mel's Charities is packed to the gills this month with a variety of charitable events, including: the Flurry Sporting Clays Outing; Bags 4 Buczek Cornhole Event; Mel's Family Fun Run/Walk and the 24th Annual Mel's Pig Roast. View their flier HERE for a full list of dates of events in September.
Ozaukee County Historical Society invites fellow Chamber members to its Train Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, at Ozaukee County Pioneer Village, 4880 Highway I, Saukville, WI 53080. This event is presented by the Kettle Moraine Railroad Heritage Association, Inc. and will include live bluegrass music, food, and of course lots of model displays. CLICK HERE to view more details.
Ozaukee Family Services invites all fellow Chamber members to join them for its Open House. All are welcome for this event- bring your friends, family and/or colleagues. The open house even takes place from 3-6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 15, at their new location 4922 Columbia Road., Cedarburg, WI. CLICK HERE for a Poster with Details!


Anger Management for Children Thursday, September 22, 6:00-7:30 pm Anger is a normal emotion but sometimes it can get in the way of a happy, healthy life. Learn where anger comes from and what to do when it seems like anger has taken control. Gain kid-friendly coping skills that you can use to help your child manage their anger, including safe ways to express it, helpful videos, and handouts. Facilitated by Michael Boelman, Family Teams Coordinator and Guys Group Coordinator at OFS. FREE and free limited childcare is available. For more info or to register, call 262-376-7774 or CLICK HERE FOR MORE.
Pilgrim United Church of Christ will is proud to host a volunteer fair from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 25, at the church located at 1621 2nd Avenue, Grafton, WI 53024. Check out the volunteer flier for further details.
Portal, Inc. inc in collaboration with the Ozaukee County ADRC, will be offering a six-week educational program “Powerful Tools For Caregivers." Family members of adult sons, daughters, sisters and brothers with disabilities are encouraged to attend.
Tuesday’s, October 11 – November 15, 4:00 – 6:00 pm. The program will be held at Portal, inc 1015 Cedar Creek Road, Grafton. CLICK here for the PTC Brochure with details on how to register for the program.