Grafton Chamber Messenger
A Publication of the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce 

 September, 2014
Message from your Chamber President
 
Sharon McKelvey
Investment Center of Grafton

 Not ready to put the golf clubs away just yet? Come help the Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate their 20th annual Chamber Golf Outing on Thursday, September 25th at Edgewater Golf Course. This 9 hole round of afternoon golf is just what the doctor ordered for a day of fun and networking. After you are done hitting the links, enjoy some great food and hospitality provided by the staff at Edgewater and the Bunkers. Not a golfer? Join us for the dinner at Bunkers, starting around 5:15pm.

 

I want to send out a special thank you to everyone who worked so hard to ensure successful Ladies Night Out and Grafton's Grand Night Out events. These two events would not be possible without all of our dedicated volunteers and the generous sponsors from our business community. The continued commitment to the Grafton community from our local businesses is truly top notch. Our dedicated, hard working chamber staff continues to provide a great value for your chamber membership.

 

Sharon 

It's Not Too Late!!! 

 

Advertise your business AND support

Grafton High School Student Athletes

  

Grafton High School, in conjunction with Digital Edge Copy and Print Centers, will be printing poster-sized athletic schedules for both the fall and winter sports seasons. Five hundred posters will be printed for each season. The posters, containing the sports schedules for the Grafton Black Hawk teams, will be widely distributed to area businesses and homes.

  

Click here for more details!   

 




September 25th
Chamber Golf Outing
Edgewater Golf Club

October 15th
Deadline to submit
Outstanding Citizen
Outstanding Community Group Nominations

October 29th 7:30am
ONCE
Ozaukee County Networking Group
The Black Swan
We are now accepting nominations for  
Grafton's
Outstanding Citizen
and
Outstanding Community Group

If you know a deserving person or organization who puts forth outstanding effort in the Grafton Community, please consider nominating them for this award.
It only takes a few minutes! 


The 35th Annual Holiday Events Parade will be held on 
Saturday, November 29th.

Please consider having your business or non-profit organization participate with a FLOAT entry!

It's fun, great visibility and the perfect team-building event!  

Our theme this year is 

All That Glitters in Grafton!
   

Leaders for Ozaukee's Next Generation is a 9-session leadership program designed to build the leadership skills of professionals who love or work in Ozaukee Cty. 

Sessions begin September 17th and run through May 20th, 2015

 Click here to view the full flyer 

Please join us for the 20th Anniversary of the
Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce
Golf Outing 
WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS



North Shore Dyslexia and Learning
Contact: Patsy Kadubeck - Dunham Learning
167Sharon Lane
Grafton, WI  53024
262-853-2842
www.northshoredyslexiaandlearning.com

We are pleased to provide high-quality tutoring services to clients in Ozaukee County and surrounding communities.  I look forward to discussing your tutoring needs.   Parents and students alike can be overwhelmed by learning struggles. I want to "de-mystify" dyslexia, and encourage students and their families throughout the remediation process.  If you suspect your child has dyslexia, or you already have a diagnosis, I  provide services that will create the best possible outcome for each student. Please feel free to read a bit more about what North Shore Dyslexia and Learning, LLC  has to offer.


Philly's Beverages
Contacts: Phil Orlenko and Jeri Burke
101 Falls Road
Grafton, WI  53024
www.PhillysBeverages.com 

In a world where mediocrity is equal to low price...in an industry that rarely has a sense of humor...where people aren't aware they have settled for less...Philly's Premium Beverages will lead them to the "promised land", overflowing with best in class Wisconsin style Ready-to-drink Old Fashioneds and an Egg Crème Liqueur line of 7 flavors sure to please every taste.

WVRC
 Contact: Kristin Bowen
1381 Port Washington Road
Grafton, WI  53024
  262-309-6942 ext. 138
 www.WVRC.com
At WVRC, we work together with you and your veterinarian to provide the best care available. We act as an extension of your primary veterinarian when specialized diagnostics, treatments or procedures are required. The members of WVRC share a vision and a common set of core values to provide you and your pet the highest quality veterinary care in southeastern Wisconsin.


Correction - 9Round Grafton Contact is Ryan Thomas.
  See details about their Open House in 'From Our Chamber Members' section.

From Our Chamber Members
 
  

9Round Grafton invites you to celebrate our Grand Opening on Saturday, September 6th from8:00am-12:00 noon! Bring friends for healthy snacks, try a FREE workout, and get signed up for a special rate!!

Cedarburg Cultural Center kicks off its Main Stage performance season with NO SINNER from Vancouver, Canada with special guest, Cedarburg's own, Alex Wilson Band, Saturday, September 27. Blueburg Café Open Mic Nights continue on the first Wednesday of the month, September 3. A free, public reception will be held on Friday, September 5 from 6-9pm for the Cedarburg Artists Guild's Annual Juried Exhibit. During Wine & Harvest Festival weekend, September 20 & 21, stop by the Center for the Fine Arts & Crafts Fair, food booth, wine bars, and raffle (plus local talent on Saturday in the parking lot!), and visit the Kuhefuss House Museum for tours of this historic gem. All month long we will have two featured Artists in Residence- there is no charge to watch the artists at work and learn about their process. Visit the website for more information on all these exciting September events!  Visit www.cedarburgculturalcenter.org for more information.    

 

 

cornerstone bankCornerstone Community Bank will be hosting Shredding Events at all three of their bank locations; Menomonee Falls, Fox Point and Grafton. As part of Customer Appreciation Week (September 15-20), stop by any of our locations  for FREE on-site Shredding. Stop in the bank lobbies during our Shred Events and enter to win $100. There will be one winner at each location. Drawings will take place no later than Noon on 9/22/14. Must be 18 or older to enter Click here for details!

 

 

Family Sharing  Food Pantry & Resale Marketplace is having a Tent Sale! Please join us September 12th & 13th for great bargains! 1002 Overland Court, Grafton. Remember, 10% student discount everyday with valid ID!

 

 

GEF

The Grafton Education Foundation will sponsor its annual "Portraits in the Park" at lower Lime Kiln Park in Grafton on Sunday, September 14th. If it has been a while since your last family portrait, please take this opportunity to receive beautiful, professional photography at special rates. The $60 cost covers the sitting fee and one portrait 16 inches by 20 inches or smaller. Additional photos or holiday cards can also be ordered, and the digital image will be available for purchase as well. Proceeds will be used to fund enriching and innovative educational opportunities for Grafton Public School students. Contact Julia McNally (jmcnally@theradapt.com or 414-491-6445) or visit  www.graftoneducationfoundation.org for more information. Click here to view the flyer 

 

 

Loft office space available at the Historic Grafton Mill, 1350 14th Ave in Grafton. Plenty of parking, separate HVAC system. Contact Norm Peterson at 414-378-8497 or email  normpete@sbcglobal.net     click here for flyer   

 

 

neutral ground logo CONGRATULATIONS Neutral Ground on your 6th Anniversary!   

Since 2005, Neutral Ground has been Wisconsin's premier martial arts & functional fitness academy by offering unique classes with a welcoming and "down to earth" atmosphere. We teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Performance Fitness, Kickboxing, Judo and Kids Martial Arts.  

 

 

Mels Pig Roast Please join Mel's Pig Roast for the 5th Annual Run and Walk on Saturday, September 27th - click here for the flyer or  registration form  and don't miss the Pig Roast Cedars III (W53 N404 Park Lane, Cedarburg) on Sunday, September 28, 2014. Visit the website for all the details www.melspigroast.com and join us in celebrating 16 years of Great Times for Great Causes!

 

  American Legion


The Rose Harms American Legion
is hosting BINGO on Tuesday, September 9th. Feeling lucky? Come join the fun! 1540 13th Ave



The Volunteer Center of Ozaukee County has many opportunities available!
 Food Distribution - help on Tuesdays distributing & sorting food - The Food Pantry Grounds Keepers - Assist with trail grooming & landscaping - Wellspring Menu Mate - Help residents read menus & make mealchoices - Newcastle Place. Pumpkin Fest - Be a part of this fun, family event Oct. 10-11 - Grafton Chamber Book Lovers - Volunteer in the New Leaf Used Book Cellar- Logemann Community Ctr. For these volunteer opportunities and more go to
volunteerozaukee.org
 
 
WVRC is holding a Pet Drive to collect new or gently used pet items for the much in need WashingtonCounty Humane Society. Please drop off items for pets in need at our Grafton location (1381 Port Washington Road) or call (262) 546-0249 or email info@wvrc.com for more information. Also, don't miss PetFest on Saturday, September 20th from10am - 6pm at the Summerfest Grounds.Free admission, free parking and you can bring your pet! 
 
Stop by the Chamber Office (1624 Wisconsin Ave) for your complimentary tickets to this weekends Paramount Blues Festival!
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00am - 4:00pm 
Friday 9:00am - Noon