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Dear Chamber Members,
It’s beginning to FEEL a lot like Christmas with this chilly weather, and Grafton is ready for it! This year we are sure to impress with our holiday happenings!
We’d like to invite all businesses to participate in our new “Rudolph’s Reindeer Row” tradition! Instead of decorating trees as we’ve done in the past, this year we thought it’d be fun to try something different! Once registered, your business will receive an 8-foot reindeer to decorate that would then be hung in the Paramount Plaza for all to enjoy. Winners will be announced at the Grafton Community Tree Lighting on Sunday, November 21th. To register your business for this new and fun festivity, please contact Pam at the Chamber.
We are so excited for the 41st Annual Grafton Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 27th. This is such a huge event, and it would not be possible without all of our amazing volunteers. If you or someone you know are looking to give back in a big way, contact Pam at the Chamber for volunteer opportunities. I look forward to seeing everyone there!
If you haven’t already, be sure to register your home for the Holiday House Decorating contest, sponsored by Bank Five Nine! Have some fun and get creative, all while giving back as the proceeds from this event help to benefit the GACC Scholarship Fund. This was a huge hit last year, and we hope to see it even bigger and better this year.
Finally, what would Christmas look like without Santa?! Santa will be making his appearance again at the Chamber office! Choose from one of 3 dates in December to sign your child up for a Virtual Visit with Santa via Zoom. I’m sure he can’t wait to see who’s been naughty or nice this year. Registration for this event and all others can be found on the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page or by visiting www.grafton-wi.org.
We are always looking for volunteers, so if you or any of your employees are looking for ways to get more involved, please have them contact Pam at the Chamber Office!
Hope to see you soon!
Amanda
Amanda Hansen
Chamber President
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Diwali
Thursday, November 4th
Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, November 7th
National STEM/STEAM Day Monday, November 8th
Veterans Day
Thursday, November 11th
Tree Lighting
& Outstanding Citizen and Community Group Reception
Sunday, November 21st
Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 25th
Grafton Christmas Parade
Saturday, November 27th
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 27th
Hanukkah
Sunday, November 28th
First Sunday of Advent
Sunday, November 28th
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, November 30th
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The GACC is proud to kick off a variety of events throughout the Holiday Season including:
-Sunday, November 21
Tree Lighting
Outstanding Citizen & Community Group
Reception
-Saturday, November 27
41st Annual Grafton Christmas Parade
-Saturdays, December 4, 11 & 18
Virtual Visits with Santa
-December through January 7
Grafton Home Decorating Contest
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Click on the image below to for a .PDF of the order form. Only a few spots left, but deadline extended to November 4th! |
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Can't participate, but want to support the parade?
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Think you've got the best Holiday lights display around? Show us!
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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!
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We have created a Covid-19 Update page as a resources for chamber members, businesses, and community members to access. You'll be able to find information regarding updated hours and policies about restaurants & bars, medical services, retail, attractions, hospitality and financial institutions in Grafton.
If you have information about your business that you would like us to update, please email Sarah McCraw at Sarah@grafton-wi.org with details.
Furthermore, this provides a central hub to helpful links from state and federal officials regarding tax credits, small business loans, Covid-19 F&Q's and so much more. Click on the button to access the Covid-19 Updates website.
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Blain's Farm & Fleet
Miranda Becker
1771 Wisconsin Ave.
Grafton, WI 53024
608-754-2821
Blain's Farm & Fleet is a family-owned business and the modern general store, deeply rooted in the traditions and culture of the Midwest.
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We Haul Junk, LLC
David Malkowski
452 Settlement Circle
Grafton, WI 53024
262-617-1602
We Haul Junk LLC, is a full service junk removal that hauls away unwanted items. Our business serves residential, commercial and small businesses alike.
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News from Our Chamber Members |
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Bank Five Nine invites fellow chamber members to nominate a loved one or yourself to receive a special gift during our Holi-Days of Giving. Please submit nominations by November 14th to any Bank Five Nine employee. CLICK HERE to see how to grant a holiday wish!
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ozaukee County invites fellow chamber members to attend the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert taking place 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 16, 2021. The concert will be held at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center, W68 N611 Evergreen Blvd., Cedarburg. Tickets are $60 and $75 . CLICK ere to view the FLYER for the event for details on how to order tickets to the show.
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The Cedarburg Grafton Rotary invites fellow chamber members to attend the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert taking place 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 16, 2021. The concert will be held at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center, W68 N611 Evergreen Blvd., Cedarburg. Tickets are $60 and $75 . CLICK here to view the FLYER for the event for details on how to order tickets to the show.
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Eaton's Fresh Pizza of the month for November is Sweet Corn Casserole. This twist on a classic family dish starts out with a creamy sauce. Then we add our famous mozzarella cheese, sweet corn, green peppers, and onions. We then layer ham and bacon and finish with a drizzle of honey. Click here to check out their website to see a picture of the pizza of the month.
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Habitat for Humanity is in the middle of its currently running a Thankful-giving campaign through the end of November. A donor will match every donation up to $15,000. Click HERE to see the flyer and find out how to make your donation count double.
ALSO this month, Chamber member Habitat for Humanity Ozaukee is hosting "Fare and Flair" in November, an online Holiday auction taking place from Friday, November 12-20, 2021. CLICK here for a Poster of more details on the virtual event.
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The Investment Center of Grafton needs to make space and is selling filing cabinets. All are in very good shape. Please click HERE to view 4 drawer HON file cabinet that looks the same. The 3 drawer cabinets are $125 and the 4 drawer cabinet is $150. All are in very good shape
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Mica Meunier Lawrence Agency, LLC welcomes fellow Chamber members to help our community! Refer a friend or family member to our agency for a quote and we'll make a $25 donation in your name t one of the following non-profits: Tailwaggers 911, Big Brothers/Bis Sisters of Ozaukee County, Grafton Education Foundation or Family Sharing. Join in on the celebration of 15 years of business on Friday November 5th from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at NSeven Coffee, 1307 Wisconsin Ave., Grafton. VIEW THE FLIER for details on coffee for a good cause.
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Off The Rails Podcast presents a benefit comedy night for the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center taking place from 7-10 p.m. on Saturday, December 11th at the ONC, 2360 Dakota Drive, Grafton. General admission is $20. Drinks and popcorn will be available for purchase at the event. Click HERE to view the FLIER detailing a great night of laughs that will support our local community.
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Ozaukee Family Services upcoming events:
Now Hiring – Parents as Teachers Parent Educator (part-time) Make a positive difference in the lives of families through Parents as Teachers, a national evidence-based program that promotes the early development, learning and health of young children. 20-30 hours/week with flexible hours. Key qualifications are a strong knowledge of child development as well as the ability to engage with families. For complete details go to
The Incredible Years – Mondays (Now – Nov. 22), 6:00-7:30 pm. FREE and limited free childcare available (advanced registration required). An evidence based parenting program to help promote the social, emotional, and academic success of kids ages 2-14. Learn how to prevent, reduce, and treat emotional challenges in children through a positive and nurturing approach.
Rainbows Program – Every other Tuesday (October 19 – March 29; no session on Dec. 28), 6:30-7:30 pm.
This FREE program is for children and adolescents (k-12) who are dealing with major family changes such as a divorce or death. Its goals are to help participants understand and express their feelings, to build a stronger sense of self-esteem, and to direct their energy toward a healthy acceptance of the changes that have taken place.
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United Way of Northern Ozaukee is now selling beautiful ornament called Ship of Hope. The pewter ornament is designed, sculpted and produced by Reichert Studios of Port Washington. CLICK HERE to see a picture of the ornament, which cost $25 each. To order one, contact Barbra Bates Nelson at uwno@sbcglobal.net.
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