DWACC December 2021 Newsletter |
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So much is happening in our communities, here are a few activites and events coming up! |
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120 W. Holum Street Ste.2, DeForest
Bruce Gust,
Investment Advisor Representative
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Holiday Tree Scavenger Hunt
December 1st - 23rd
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Holiday Tree Scavenger Hunt List |
Post Selfies on DWA Chamber Facebook Page
#DWAholidayhunt
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Dane Buy Local Holiday Passports
November 1st - December 19th
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It's not too early to start thinking about Holiday Shopping!
Each time you shop at the participating businesses, from November 1st to December 19th, you could enter to win a $25 gift certificate for shopping local!
Here’s how it works:
1. Visit any of the participating businesses.
2. When you spend $10 or more, send a copy or photo of your receipt to lieneke@danebuylocal.com to be entered into that weeks drawing!
There is no limit to how many times you enter - we encourage you to visit ALL of the participating businesses to increase your chances of winning prizes!
Winners will be announced weekly on the Dane Buy Local Facebook Page.
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Holiday Passports also available at one of our local participating businesses:
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WEDC Main Street Bounceback Grant |
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The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation has launched a new grant program, Main Street Bounceback. The program provides $10,000 to new or existing businesses and non-profit organizations moving into vacant properties in Wisconsin’s downtowns and commercial corridors. Funds can be used to pay leases or mortgages, operational expenses and other business costs related to the newly opened location. The program is open to new or existing businesses opening a new location or expanding operations in a vacant commercial space as of January 1, 2021. Grant funds are available as part of the American Recovery Plan Act and will be distributed by WEDC’s regional partners. Businesses must apply through the partner organization for the region in which they are located.
More information:
Contact Heike if you need an Acknowledgment Letter for the Grant.
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GMCC Lunch(UP)date
Thursday, December 2nd at 12:15pm
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We invite you to join us Thursday, Dec. 2, at 12:15 p.m. for the next Lunch(UP)date, the Chamber program where you can take a break and enjoy lunch while staying curious, connected and informed.
Submit in advance any questions you may have for Secretary Brennan or the Chamber at ask@madisonbiz.com.
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WMC Foundation
Future Wisconsin Summit 2021
December 9th from 8am to 1pm
Monona Terrace, Madison, WI
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Winterfest Activities in our Communities |
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Village of DeForest 1st Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
December 1st at 6-7pm at Fireman's Park
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Join the Village of Deforest as they celebrate the First Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1, at 6:00 pm at Fireman’s Park in DeForest.
They are thrilled to bring this event to the community, which will include the lighting of the Village tree, FREE hot chocolate & cookies sponsored by Vierbicher will be available in the concession stand while supplies last and last but not least there will be a special visitor from the North Pole!
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DeForest Park & Recreation Candle Light Hike
Friday, December 3rd from 5-7pm
Western Green Park
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They are excited to be bringing this event back to the community for 2021! Explore the 3/4 mile candle lite loop at Western Green Park on your own self-paced hike. More details of the event to be released!
Make sure to dress appropriately and the candle lite loop is stroller/wagon friendly.
Thank you to generous sponsorships from Fleet Farm, TDS and DMB Bank!
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Christian Faith Moravian Church
Holiday Arts & Craft and Baked Goods Sale from 8am to 2pm
at 805 E. Holum Street, DeForest
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CFMC will be holding Winterfest activities here at the church this year as we have in years past on Saturday, December 4th from 8 am - 2 pm.
There will be baked goods, fruit spreads, pickled products, pancake and scone mixes, and arts and crafts for sale.
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Cinnamon Rolls with Santa is Back!
This year Comfort Inn & Suites will host the event
from 8am to 10am on Saturday, December 4th!
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This Saturday, December 4th, Settlers bank will be serving up Cinnamon Rolls with Santa at Comfort Inn & Suites, 5025 County Hwy V, DeForest.
Stop in a for a fantastic photo-op with Santa and famously fresh-baked "Karen "The Cake Lady" cinnamon rolls.
Special little elves and snowflakes from Ultimate Leap Dance Center will be there to entertain the kids while they wait for their turn with Santa.
Thank you so much to Settlers bank for sponsoring this traditional event (16 years) again in our community!
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DeForest Area Music Boosters
Holiday Craft Fair will be at
Windsor Elementary School from 9am to 3pm!
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Many amazing arts and crafts vendors selling their wares to support the DeForest Area Music Boosters!
Helping to keep music development in our schools, teaching our students more than notes and rhythm, its another "sport" for bonding of teammates and the pulse and tempo is absolutely beautiful!
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DeForest Area Public Library
always has so much going on for kids of all ages!
Check out what is happening for Winterfest!
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Kids are invited to join our guest Girl Scout crafters to make ornaments during DeForest's Winterfest Weekend.
Each young crafter will be able to make three ornaments.
Stay tuned for a preview of the ornament choices.
Be sure to try out the Family Board Games while you're at the Library.
Masks are strongly encouraged and greatly appreciated for the safety of all Library visitors and staff
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The Friends of the DAPL are offering many ways to shop their sales this month.
December 1-27
Holiday Books & More in Studio 203
Shop the self-service pop-up sale by our Market Street entrance for seasonal books, music, movies, decor, and more.
December 13-27: Self-Service Sale
Shop the children's bookroom and browse the books at your leisure in the lower level during regular library hours. Payment will be on the honor system at the circulation desk. Change will not be available, but donations above your purchase price are welcome. Volunteers will update the selection regularly, so shop often!
Saturday, December 18: 9 am-3 pm: Full-Service Last Chance Sale
Stock up just in time for family travels and gift exchanges. Both bookrooms will be open, and volunteers will be on hand to help you find great books, music, movies, toys, and more.
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Rude's Lanes is hosting a Designer Bag BINGO event starting at 6:30pm!
Stop and Shop the Vendor Booths from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
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Don’t forget to stop down & get your tickets! Tickets must be purchased prior to the event! Only 4 days until Designer Bag Bingo!
Come early & shop with our local vendors 5-8pm
Confirmed Vendors:
L Bri
Color St
Tupperware
Scentsy
Thirty ~One Gifts
Forever Independent Ambassador
Handmade gifts by Allen
Angie’s beauty by nature
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DeForest Area Community & Senior Center
Annual Jeffery Hollander Concert
Tuesday, December 7th, 1:00 pm
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This year’s program is, “Hark! Hark! The Angels Sing!” You may remember that Mr. and Mrs. Hollander donated the beautiful grand piano in the Fireplace Room.
Mr. Hollander retired as a fulltime professor of music at the University of Wisconsin and has performed throughout the United States. He has often performed at the Milwaukee Art Museum and Milwaukee’s famous Pfister Hotel. Additional performances include soloist with Doc Severinsen and the Milwaukee Symphony, concerts in France, Hungary and Santo Domingo and at the Franz Liszt Museum in Budapest.
Limited capacity of 50 people. Make advanced reservations by calling the Center. (608) 846-9469
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We have lots of tags left!!!
St. Olaf is sponsoring the gift giving program again this Christmas season for the DeForest Area Needs Network (DANN).
All gifts remain in the community. Gift tags can be found in the entrance of church or contact Marlene Sobek (608) 842-0635
If you wish to participate, please select a tag, purchase a gift, and return the unwrapped gift to church by Sunday, December 5.
Thank you for our generous response!
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Employment Express Professional
The Vanishing Workforce Webinar
December 8th, 2021 at 12pm
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Employers are currently facing the most challenging talent crisis in modern history. It is not a short-term phenomenon. There is no easy solution to this problem. So how should employers respond so they can sustain and continue to grow their businesses? Now is the time for employers to take a holistic approach to evaluating and improving their employment experience and employee value proposition. Employers need to begin putting as much focus (or more) on valuing their employees as they do on valuing their customers. Companies that take this approach will become an “Employer of Choice” in their market and have the ultimate competitive advantage of the future: the ability to attract and retain talent.
Join us for our next free webinar as we continue to explore solutions to The Vanishing Workforce, this time diving into what it takes to become an Employer of Choice. Presented by two of the nation’s leading experts in leadership development and employee engagement: John Keuning & Lorraine Medici, Training Directors at Express Employment Professionals. They will discuss ideas and strategies from their unique points of view, leadership development and operations, and how these strategies can help you become an employer of choice.
Key Takeaways
- Highlights from The Vanishing Workforce
- Identify the short-term steps employers can take to increase their competitiveness today
- Long term solutions for engagement and retention
Date: December 8, 2021
Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM (Eastern Standard Time)
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DeForest Windsor Lions Club
2021 Sportsman's 5th Annual Raffle
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2021 Sportsman Raffle Tickets!
$20 each or 6 for $100. Drawing is December 13, 2021. Only 500 tickets so get yours before we run out!
Get tickets from any DeForest Windsor Lion or at these great local businesses!
Club 51
DeForest Family Restaurant
Rude's Lanes
The Landmark
Timbers
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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
December 6th from 1:00-4:00pm
at Norway Grove Memorial Church
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There will be a DeForest Community COVID Clinic on Monday, December 6 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. at Norway Grove Memorial Lutheran Church in partnership with the WI National Guard.
We are offering both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine initial shots as well as Booster (3rd shot) for adults. Rides will be provided for those who need transportation.
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KC'S ANNUAL NUT SALE
Drive-thru pickup on Saturday, December 11 from 1-3pm
St Olaf Parish Knights of Columbus
623 Jefferson St, De Forest WI 53532
Featuring Terri Lynn Nuts & Candies - we offer 22 different items including Fancy Pecan Halves,
Giant Roasted Whole Cashews, Natural Pistachios,
Malted Milk Balls, Gummi Bears & more!
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DeForest Area Rotary Blood Drive
December 14th from 1:00-6:00pm
at the DeForest Area Public Library
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Link to book your appointment.
*All presenting donors will receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email
*All Presenting donors will receive snacks, juice, & bottled water
*Your donation can save up to 3 lives!
Updates:
Masks are currently required for everyone regardless of vaccination status.
We are in an Emergency Shortage of blood so please let people know it’s more important than ever to sign-up to donate. Patients are in need!
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Visit our Community Websites for more
Information & Upcoming Events
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If you have an event or member 2 member deal that you would like on the Chamber Website, please go to Chamber Master and fill out an event listing or contact the Chamber office.
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Keeping the Connection Sponsor |
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