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Grafton Chamber Messenger
A Publication of the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce
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From Your Chamber President
As 2013 comes to a close, we reflect on what has been an exciting year in the Grafton community. Please plan to join us at our annual State of the Community Luncheon later this month to hear about the successes of the past year and the challenges and opportunities that await us in 2014. Together we can achieve great things.
On behalf of the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce, we wish you all a safe, happy and prosperous new year.
All the best,
Roberta
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Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce
State of the Community Luncheon
Please join us on
Wednesday, January 29, 2013 - 11:00am
The Black Swan, Grafton
Buffet Lunch by Ferrante's Signature Catering
$16 per person (includes buffet, beverages, tax & gratuity)
Featured Speakers
Lester Bartel, Town Board Chairman
Jim Brunnquell, Grafton Village President
Dr. Mel Lightner, Grafton Public Schools Superintendent
Roberta Campbell, Grafton Area Chamber President
Please click here for the registration form
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Please join us on January 16, 2014-7:45-9:00am
at Aurora Hospital
Ozaukee Economic Development and the Ozaukee County Chambers invite you to a FREE program on how a "Wellness" Program can impact your bottom line.
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Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 6th for
Business Day in Madison
Speakers will provide a preview into the topics confronting our state and nation, including our current economic
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January 16th
Aurora Corporate Wellness Seminar January 29th
State of the Community Luncheon
January 30th
Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting at Balance, Inc. February 6th
Business Day in Madison
February 26th
ONCE Luncheon
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 Are you getting the MOST from your
Chamber Membership?
We value our members and want to ensure that your Chamber investment is paying dividends. The following are ways to invest in your membership:
Check your listing on the Chamber Website is correct and up to date www.grafton-wi.org
You can change and update information yourself with your
login and password.
Add a 'Hot Deal'
on the Chamber website.
This is also possible
with your
Take advantage of the
Chamber Newsletter!
If your business is celebrating an anniversary; received any special industry recognition; has a new product or service that you are introducing - send us your announcement! We'll put it in the 'From Our Chamber Members' section of the monthly Newsletter. . This is a great way to share good news!
Attend a Chamber Event!
The January State of the Community luncheon (Jan 29th) is an excellent opportunity to find out what's going on locally.
The ONCE networking breakfasts and lunches offer you a chance for face time with business people from around Ozaukee County (next luncheon scheduled for Feb. 26).
The Chamber is your outside sales and referral source. Remember that when you are shopping for goods and services, staying local help keeps our community prosperous.
As always, please call us with any questions or suggestions
262-377-1650
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WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS
 Balance, Inc. 1350 14th Ave, Suite #4 Grafton, WI 53024 262-268-6811 www.balanceinc.org
Contact - Craig Modahl
Balance, Inc. is an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities.We provide services to individuals that promote and respond to their personal goals, desires, needs and dreams. We strive to empower each individual in determining the direction of his or her life. Our services enhance the communities' capacity to understand and embrace persons with developmental disabilities. We are committed to provide services that maximize individual potential, while acting as prudent stewards of our resources.

Out & Out Catering
N58W6194 Columbia Rd Cedarburg, WI 53012 262- 229-5525 www.outandoutcatering.com
Contact - Eric Fix
Out & Out is locally owned and operated, offering a full variety of catering options: sandwich platters, salads, and mac & cheese on our Express Catering Menu, or for larger events and full-service catering: Breakfasts, Casual Lunches, Appetizers, Entrees, Desserts & Beverages.
In March of 2010, we began offering Gluten-Free* menu options to our guests. All sandwiches can be made on Flax and Millet Bread and all Twisted Wisconsin Macaroni and Cheese can be made with Organic Brown Rice Penne Pasta. We are not a Gluten-Free Facility and the possibility of cross-contamination with gluten-based products exists. Please speak with our staff for your specific requirements and for details of our gluten-free preparation.
Shully's Cuisine & Events
146 Green Bay Road
Thiensville, WI 53092
262-242-6633 www.shullyscuisine.com
Contact - Scott Shully
When planning a special event, you want to leave your guests with a lasting impression. Each detail has to be perfect. At Shully's, our goal is to provide a truly unique experience - one that's in good taste, in every sense of the word. For more than 30 years, we've innovated catering by blending Chef Scott Shully's fresh cuisine with fresh ideas. Every single element - taste, sight, sound, even touch - work together to complement the menu. We create a seamless flow to unite all aspects of your event - from the linens and flowers, right down to the last bite of dessert. And you should expect nothing less.
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FROM OUR CHAMBER MEMBERS
Save the date for Balance, Inc. Business after hours and Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, January 30th at their location in the Grafton Mill (1350 14th Ave, Suite #4).
Spend an "UnCultural Night" at the Cedarburg Cultural Center with singer-songwriter Pat McCurdy and his off-beat sense of humor - Saturday, January 25, 2014. And save the date to make your reservation for the "You Gotta Have Art" Gala Fundraiser and Juried Exhibit on Saturday, February 15, 2014. Information and tickets available at www.cedarburgculturalcenter.org
GALA continues their Indoor Concert Series with Acoustic Graffiti on January 3rd. Doors open at 6:30pm music starts at 7:00pm. click here to view the winter schedule.
 Save the Date - Friday, January 24th for The Grafton Education Foundation US Bank Soupor Bowl. The soup sampling and bowling tournament findraiser to benefit Grafton public Schools is back and better than ever! Every $35 admission includes: handmade soup bowl, all-you-can-eat soup, 2 drink tickets, live music by Zachary Wade Project and a chance to win $10,000 in the famous Reverse Cash Raffle (tickets are on sale now). Visit our website www.graftoneducationfoundation.org for all the details or email info@graftoneducationfoundation.org

Please join us as we introduce our new meeting space, The Watermark at Shully's on Thursday, January 16th, 2014 from 4:00pm-8:00pm on 146 Green Bay Road, Thiensville. Enjoy Shully's cuisine, beverages and a brief presentation of the facility's state-of-the-artamenities. Please RSVP by January 9th to 262-242-6633 or rsvp@shullyscuisine.com
Please plan on attending the Express Degree Open House at Grafton High School on Wednesday, January 15 from 4:30-6:30 (room A7). Adults thinking of completing their college degree are invited to attend this informational open house where an advisor from The UW-Washington County will be available to answer questions about the Washington Express program. The evening college classes will be offered at the Grafton High School location. Questions regarding financial aid options and scholarship opportunities can also be answered. Click here to view the flyer with more details
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