Tuesday, October 14, 2014 








T.A. Motorsports, Inc. has expanded again! As a corporation we now feature a Marine division located at 1532 N. 24th St. across from the Kwik Trip on Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. This location offers parts and service for Outboards, Inboards and Trailers.  All the service work is provided by Jason Stueck, a factory trained technician. As the weather shifts and you are gearing up for winter, don't forget about your boat. We are currently featuring an awesome Winterization Special! Call us today to schedule your appointment, (920) 323-4841.  

 

 

The Chamber of Manitowoc County:  Tap Into your Talent is the Focus of the Business Summit tomorrow at the Holiday Inn-Manitowoc and we are looking forward to seeing you there.  CLICK HERE to view a short introductory video clip from our Keynote Speaker, Roger Seip. If you are unable to make the workshop portion of the day, please join us at the Local Taste and Market Place to network, shop and taste some amazing appetizers. If you have any questions please give us a call (920) 684-5575.

 

 

Bellin Health Family Medical Center Manitowoc and the Green Bay Packers are partnering against the flu this season. The single best way to protect yourself and others against influenza is to get a flu vaccination. Get your flu vaccination at Bellin Health at 3415 Custer St., Manitowoc on Monday October 20, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and meet Packers player Don Barclay. Vaccines are $30, cash/check/credit or insurance accepted. Call today to make an appointment. (920) 652-9310.  Walk-ins welcome!

 

 

Woodland Dunes Nature Center & Preserve invites you to come enjoy a night of appetizers, cocktails, live music, birthday cake, a photo booth, and a live and silent auction on November 15, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn - Manitowoc. Celebrate our 40th year! Since 1974, Woodland Dunes' staff and volunteers have educated over 100,000 children in Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Brown and Kewaunee counties! Register by November 7, and admission is $20 per person. Register at the door and it is $25 per person. To register, visit www.woodlanddunes.org or call the Nature Center at (920) 793-4007.

 

 

Brand My Message: Why email branding? The countdown continues with the Top 5 Marketing Reasons why you need our email branding product called Brand My Email... #1) Improves brand recognition and visibility by creating marketing moments with every branded email. Your website. In every email. Visit www.brandmymessage.com/Products  for the full list. Plus, exclusive discounts are available for The Chamber Manitowoc County members. Contact our friendly staff at (920) 798-4100 ext. 301 or email [email protected].

 

 

UW-Manitowoc invites the public to attend an author presentation by Brooke Koenig and Roz Diedrich, authors of "Winds of Fate," on Wednesday, October 15, at 3:30 p.m., in the campus library on the second floor of Founders Hall. Koenig and Diedrich met while attending classes at UW-Manitowoc and started a friendship that turned into a partnership for a shared dream of becoming published authors. Their fantasy book is available exclusively on Kindle, but will soon be available everywhere. For more information call (920) 683-4718.

 

 

Central Bark Doggy Day Care: Seeking candidates 21+ years of age. Physically and mentally capable of handling extreme climates, rough terrain. Self-motivation, positive attitude and exemplary customer service can compensate for experience as we are willing to train the right person. Background check and routine drug screenings are required. Flexible scheduling and an amazing animal experience are at your door. Candidates with a clean driving record and history of driving extended vehicles will receive priority attention. Apply ONLINE for MANITOWOC location. (No Calls/No Pop-Ins Please.) www.centralbarkusa.com.

 

    

Rahr-West Art Museum: The Annual Art of Tablesettings Exhibit, one of the most popular events at the Rahr-West Art Museum, is on display now through October 26, 2014. Themed table arrangements created by members of the community bring back memories of the past and create new decorating ideas for today and into the future. Visit www.rahrwestartmuseum.org  or call (920) 686-3090 for details. 

 

 

Lakeshore Humane Society, Inc. (LHS): will be at the Local Taste & Market Place this Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., Holiday Inn - Manitowoc. We are having two adoptable LHS cats and a dog join us as greeters. Stop in and ask any questions about LHS you need answered. Remember you can see adoptable pets as well as stray animals in the area on the LHS website: www.lakeshorehumane.org.

 

 

Holy Family Memorial (HFM) Pediatrics is pleased to announce the addition of a new provider, Grace Black, MD, pediatrician. Dr. Black earned her medical degree from SUNY University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York. She completed her pediatric residency at the University of Arizona Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Black is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. To make an appointment with Dr. Black call HFM Pediatrics at (920) 320-4300 or for more information visit www.hfmhealth.org/pediatrics 

 

 

Time Out Sports Bar & Grill:  Join us this Saturday, for live music by Chad DeMeuse, 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. $2 off all pitchers of beer during Packers and Badgers games! Time Out's Annual Halloween Bash is Friday, October 31. $2,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded. Prizes for Best Costume, Scariest, Sexiest, Best Group, and Bartender's Choice. No cover! Now booking Holiday parties! Call (920) 686-1380 today!

 

 

UW-Green Bay: "Leading Yourself Well First" is offered through the Small Business Development Center at UW-Green Bay. The one-day workshop is scheduled for October 21, 2014, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Advanced Business & Manufacturing Center, 2701 Larsen Rd., Green Bay. For more information on registration and discounts, visit our website at www.uwgb.edu/sbdc, e-mail Diane Welhouse or Ryan Kauth at [email protected], or call (920) 496-2117.

 

 

Denmark State Bank: Scot Thompson, President/CEO is pleased to introduce Jacqui A. Engebos as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Denmark State Bank. Jacqui brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong background in community banking to Denmark State Bank with more than 25 years of financial institution experience. For more information, visit www.denmarkstate.com.


 

M.A.G.I.C. - Mishicot Main Street: Join us at the 27th Annual Pumpkinfest in Mishicot, on October 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.! Food, fun, and a wide variety of vendors at the high school and on Main Street. Contests open to the public. A big parade at noon. Wagon rides from the school to downtown. More information is available at the Mishicot Pumpkinfest Facebook page.


 

Lakeshore Technical College (LTC): Laughter can increase productivity, resiliency and morale at work, helping people feel better emotionally and physically. On December 5, laugh the day away at LTC with Liysa Callsen, who trained with Second City Chicago and turned her passion for business and humor into workshops, speaking engagements, and writing. A member of AATH-Association for Applied Therapeutic Humor, she continues to learn about humor's serious side-and why it's so important for business! Register for Lead with Humor at 1(888) 468-6582, ext. 1366. Questions? Call Ruth at (920) 693-1167, or e-mail [email protected].


 

The Golf Course at Branch River: 2-Man Big Cup Scramble on Saturday, October 25, starting at  11:00 a.m. Shotgun start. $120 per team ($60 per team goes to the cash payout). Optional Skins Game. 2 flights. Includes: 18 Holes with a cart and cash payout. For more information or to sign up, contact the golf shop at (920) 682-5901 or email [email protected].


 

CNC Links:  $5 walking rounds of golf everyday now! Experience our restaurant and what are sure to be your favorites from our new Fall/Winter menu such as the Bacon Marmalade with Saxon Creamery Gouda and crispy zucchini shoestrings on ciabatta that our staff and customers are raving about!  October 24, marks our Halloween Night Golf, which includes Glow-in-the-dark balls, luminaries along the course and hot beverages to take with you! Sign up for this event or get more info by calling Laura at (920) 323-3760! See us at the Local Taste and Marketplace Wednesday at Holiday Inn-Manitowoc!

 

 

Horizon Chiropractic Center LLC: How healthy is your gut? Our digestive system contains good bacteria that helps us fight viruses and disease. Since 80% of the immune system is located in the digestive system, it's important to keep your good bacteria levels up for total body health...probiotics do just that! Take advantage of this week's special: 15% off all probiotics, to give your body a natural immune boost for this cold and flu season. Please call (920) 652-9887 if you have questions.

 

 

Liysa Callsen: Dear in the Headlights Women's Comedy is not a show you want to miss! November 22, at City Limits is going to be the place you want to be to see local comedic talent as well as stand-ups from all over! Limited seating so get your tickets early. On sale at The Flower Gallery & Gallery Interior Design and City Limits or click on link www.liysacallsen.com/comedy/dih to order online tickets.

 

 

Manitowoc County Kennel Club (MCKC): Please join us in Valders, on Monday, October 20, at 2:00 p.m., for a new building groundbreaking ceremony at our field/hunting dog training grounds. To reach the MCKC grounds leaving from Manitowoc: Take 151 west to Valders. Three miles west of Valders, turn north/right onto Quarry Rd. The field grounds/land for the new building is on your left. Also, Dog Obedience & Agility Class Orientation & Registration (no dogs) is on Tuesday, October 21, from 6:00 to 7:15 p.m., at our clubhouse in Manitowoc at 40 Albert Dr.


 

City of Manitowoc Crime Prevention Committee invites you to attend Manitowoc County Crime Prevention Day on Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Manitowoc County Expo grounds. There will be over 35 informational booths, hands-on safety activities, entertainment, food available for purchase, FREE bike helmets from Travelers Protection Association (TPA) and admission is FREE. Fun for the whole family - see you on Saturday, October 18, to learn how together we can keep Manitowoc County safe!

 

 

Shady Lane, Inc. (Laurel Grove Assisted Living): Dr. Kirk Dimitris will speak on knee replacement at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, at Rehab at Shady Lane. Tours of Rehab at Shady Lane will be available before and after the presentation. This is an opportunity to ask questions about procedures and rehabilitation options. This open house is designed to provide useful information to people considering replacement surgery.


 

David's House of Travel:  Be our guest with an enchanting offer from the Walt Disney World Resort. Play, stay, dine and SAVE up to $600 on a Magic Your Way vacation package. Purchase now through December 29, for stays most nights from December 14 through 20, 2014, and January 5 through March 7, 2015, at select Disney Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts. Or, save up to 30% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights from January 5 through March 28, 2015! Contact David's House of Travel, your Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, at (920) 684-6117!

 
 

The Salvation Army of Manitowoc County is gearing up for the Christmas season. We are in need of corporate sponsors to match daily donations or become a Red Kettle Partner. Sponsors and partners will be included on all signs, ads, and communications based on sponsorship level. We are also in need of volunteers for our bell ringing campaign starting on November 24, and running until December 24. To donate or volunteer please contact Kyle Bryntesen at (920) 684-7117 or [email protected].


 

Progress Lakeshore is offering three Entrepreneurial Boot Camps: 1.) Business Planning on Tuesday, October 28; 2.) Reaching Your Target Market on Thursday, October 30; and 3.) Financial Management on Wednesday, November 5. Boot Camp is designed to give potential entrepreneurs the necessary skills to take their ideas and develop them into workable business plans. Boot Camps are held at the Progress Lakeshore office in downtown Manitowoc from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and are FREE to attend. To learn more and to register, go to www.progresslakeshore.org  or call our office at (920) 482-0540.


 

It Works! Independent Distributor Melody Shiroda: Are you interested in losing a pant's size or more? How about taking the 90-Day Challenge? Energize, detox, alkalize, boost your metabolism, tighten, tone and firm your way back to health. Call for more information: (920) 946-4271.

 

 

Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County is offering a free CPAP Clinic, Monday, October 27, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in our Michigan conference room on the main floor. Have your CPAP checked, pressure checked and your mask and equipment evaluated. No registration is required.  For additional information please contact our AMC Sleep Disorders Center at (920) 794-5262.


 

Clipper City Model Trains located at 1801 Western Ave., Manitowoc, is having a 10% off sale on a $25 purchase or more of new in-stock merchandise now and until our Grand Opening on November 5, at Noon. Come in and register for the Grand Prize and other items we will be giving away. Order now for the holidays or purchase a Gift Certificate. We have quality merchandise at reasonable prices! Also, check out our used inventory!  Hours: Tuesday through Friday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Owners: Tom and Judie Lehman.

 

 

Felician Village:  Join us for our Fall Open House on Tuesday, October 14, at The Gardens at Felician Village, The Independent Living option for seniors in Manitowoc. Tours start at 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. Following your tour, enjoy a slice of warm apple pie and ice cream. The Gardens is located at 1700 S. 18th St., Manitowoc.


 

Mike Howe Builders: NOW is a great time for a kitchen remodel. Mike Howe can help you create a dream kitchen that is just right for you. No job is too big or too small for Mike Howe Builders. We can help you make your dream kitchen a reality. Call Mike at (920) 242-3111 or email [email protected] to schedule a time to discuss your dream kitchen project.


 

Schenck SC: Will be hosting its annual 2014 Payroll Forum on Thursday, November 6, at Lakeshore Technical College, 1290 North Ave., Cleveland, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. and is required. The seminar is designed for business owners and professionals responsible for payroll and human resources. Costs: $25 for current Schenck clients, $50 for non-clients and $25 for each additional person from the same organization. For more information or to register for this event, please visit our website at www.schencksc.com/2014payrollforum or call Brittany at (920) 996-1109.


 

Silver Lake College of the Holy Family, 2406 S. Alverno Road, Manitowoc, will host the first of three 2014-2015 President's CEO Breakfast Series speakers on October 29. Mark Skogen, President and CEO of Festival Foods, will present "How Customer Service Sets Festival Foods Apart." The event will be held at SLC's Franciscan Center for Music Education and Performance. Check-in starts at 7:15 a.m. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m., and the program ends at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $30. To register, contact Roxanna Strawn at (920) 686-6150 or [email protected].


 

Manitowoc Public School District: If you have questions -we have answers about the upcoming school referendum. MPSD Superintendent Marcia Flaherty and Business Services Director Ken Mischler will hold an informational meeting this Wednesday at Washington Junior High from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., and next Wednesday in the Wilson auditorium from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Comcast will also broadcast a similar presentation given to the League of Women Voters, airing this Thursday at 8:00 p.m. and again on Friday at 1:56 p.m. on Comcast local channel 20. Please remember to vote on November 4!


 

L'BRI Pure n' Natural; Emily Howe Executive Manager: Would you like to earn extra income with the holidays right around the corner? Join L'BRI as an Independent Consultant in October, order our Full Showcase and also receive our Holiday Gift Collection worth more than $200, FREE! That's a total retail value of almost $1,370 in L'BRI products for only $350. Contact Emily Howe Executive Manager at (920) 242-3110 or email [email protected] for more information on our amazing skin care products.


 

U.S. Bank will be hosting a Cupcake Sale at their Two Rivers location, 1516 Washington St., Two Rivers, on Friday, October 24.  All proceeds to go to United Way Manitowoc County, Inc. Stop in for a sweet treat.

 

 

Check out this week's Featured Advantage Card Offer:

 

The Bistro at Felician Village
Cardholder and one guest will receive 5% discount on any food purchase.
1700 S. 18th St., Manitowoc 

 

CLICK HERE for a listing of all 2014 Chamber Advantage Card Offers

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