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August 4th, 2014                             Issue #31-14


Dear   ,


A reminder that this month there will be NO De Pere at Dawn or De Pere at Dusk. We will resume them in September. De Pere at Dawn will be Wednesday, September 10th with a focus on what is new in the world of sustainability and De Pere at Dusk will be Tuesday, September 23rd at Seroogy's Chocolates in De Pere. We hope to see you there!


Have a wonderful week!


Alicia
Preseason Game
Saturday, August 9th
Kickoff: 7 pm

at  
Health, Fitness, Lifestyle Expo



Saturday, September 27th 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday, September 28th 10 am - 3 pm
 

The Inaugural 2014 Live Healthy Brown County Health, Fitness & Lifestyle Expo presented by Prevea Health will the  largest health event pertaining to wellness, fitness, mind & body, learn how to improve your lifestyles, ways to live longer, better, and happier in Brown County!

Learn from the Experts, ask them about the benefits. Health Seminars & Demos will be going on both days. There will be rooms dedicated to Fitness & Training, Information & Education, Yoga, Massage Therapy, Nutrition and Kids Health!    

The Healthy Kids Brown County Challenge culminate at the Expo. Don't miss this push to a Healthier Lifestyle for you and your family ... your company and your employees! 

Join with us and Prevea Health as we benefit Ben's Wish! The goal of Ben's Wish is to collect non-perishable food items for our local pantries. 

To sign up for a booth please click here.  For any questions, please call 338-0000 or email either alasecki@deperechamber.org or cdetrick@deperechamber.org.  
New Member Spotlight

Unison Credit Union was founded in 1932 as Thilmany Credit Union; established to serve Thilmany Mill's employees and their families. At that time, the credit union, operating out of a small room in the mill, was strictly run by volunteer employees of the mill. The credit union provided Thilmany employees a place to save and borrow at a time when the nation's financial confidence was at an all-time low.  In 1975, they changed their name to Kaukauna Credit Union and grew from offering only savings and loans to a full service financial institution. Their field of membership was expanded to include residents of the City of Kaukauna. As they continued to grow, their field of membership changed over the years to include those living or working in Outagamie, Calumet, Brown and Manitowoc Counties and the cities and townships of Neenah and Menasha in Winnebago County. In order to welcome all members under one banner, Kaukauna Credit Union became Unison Credit Union in 2002.

They currently have four locations in Kaukauna, Wrightstown and Little Chute; as well as student branches in both Kaukauna High School and Little Chute High School. A new location is being built in De Pere to bring them to five locations this year. It will be located at 900 Main Avenue when it is complete.

To learn more about Unison Credit Union visit their website: www.http://unisoncu.org/home.aspx

Knights on the Fox" Summer Concert Series

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"Knights on the Fox," returns this year for its twelfth season.The five-week series will be held on the St. Norbert College campus behind the Ray Van Den Heuvel Family Campus Center. The concerts will take place on Tuesday evenings beginning July 8 and ending with the last show on August 5. All five concerts are free and open to the public.  The series features musical performers and a picnic atmosphere. Sandwiches, snacks, bottled water and soda will be available for purchase or you can carry in your own picnic. The picnics begin at 5 p.m., followed by the concerts from 6:30-8 p.m.

The docks at the Thompson marina will be open for those who wish to come by boat. Ample parking is also available in the lots off of Third Street, with handicapped parking in the lot near Old St. Joseph Church.

 

When:Tuesday, August 5th 

Time:5-8pm 

Where: St. Norbert College, Thompson Marina

100 Grant Street De Pere, WI 54115

 

Learn more here.  

 
2011 Farmer's Market
Farmers Market - De Pere  

Our annual summer market opens on July 10th!  Come to Seroogy's parking lot to find great locally grown fresh produce, flowers and herbs.  Every Thursday morning from July 10th through October 16th!
 
Come to De Pere 
to browse, to shop, to enjoy!

When: Thursday, August 7th
Time: 7am-12pm
Where: 144 N. Wisconsin Street, parking lot at Seroogy's Chocolates

 Learn more here.
 
Yoga in the Park

This free, outdoor yoga class is perfect for all levels (no experience needed) and is free and open to the public!

Please bring your own water bottle and yoga mat. Children under 18 should be with an adult guardian.

In case of rain, the free class will be moved to: Flow Yoga Studio, 421 George St., De Pere. Due to space, indoor classes will be limited to the first 25 participants.

 

When: Thursday, August 7th
Time: 6-7pm
Where: Voyageur Park
Cass Street
De Pere, WI 54115

Learn more here.

Community News
 
 Prevea Therapy Institute has expanded to offer a variety of services at the Prevea East De Pere Health Center, 3860 Monroe Rd. The community now has more convenient access to physical and occupational therapy and speech-language pathology. Therapy services for orthopedic, spine, neurological, stroke and cancer patients are also available. With more than 150 physical and occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists, Prevea Therapy Institute is the region's largest team serving multiple specialties for highly personalized care. View full news release here.


Exelon Corporation (NYSE: EXC) and Integrys Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE: TEG) today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for Exelon to purchase Integrys Energy Services Inc., a competitive retail electricity and natural gas subsidiary serving approximately 1.2 million commercial, industrial, public sector and residential customers across 22 Midwest, mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states and the District of Columbia. Integrys Energy Services will become part of Exelon's Constellation business unit, strengthening Constellation's retail power and gas business, serving approximately 2.5 million residential and business customers across the continental United States.

Exelon will pay $60 million for the Integrys retail operations, plus adjusted net working capital at the time of closing. Integrys Energy Services had adjusted working capital of about $183 million as of May 31, 2014. The transaction does not include Integrys' energy assets - primarily solar - which will remain a part of Integrys Energy Group, Inc. View full news release here.

 

 

Ransomware is a virus that takes over your device, encrypts your files and demands payment in order to restore full usage of your phone or PC. The desktop version of this is commonly called Cryptolocker and the Android/mobile version is called Simplocker or Simplelocker. Simplocker acts just like its desktop counterpart in that it encrypts your files, locks up the phone, and demands payment in order to unlock everything. This means that things like pictures, movies, or phonebook contacts could all be lost or unusable. The ransomware can infect your device through the downloading and installation of applications found outside of the Google Play store. It has not been found on Google Play. The PC version commonly spreads through email attachments. View full news release here. 

 

 
This Week's Area Events









 
Monday



15th Annual Feast with the Beasts event: 6-8pm, NEW Zoo, 4418 Reforestation Road, Suamico. 45 food, beverage, & music vendors located throughout the zoo. Hosted by the N.E.W. Zoological Society, Inc. & Wisconsin Restaurant Association. Tickets $30.00 in advance. Call 920-434-6814 for ticket information or go to newzoo.org. Rain or shine event!


Tuesday

Creating Your Spending Plan: 1-2pm, YWCA, 230 S. Madison Street, Green Bay. Everyone needs a spending plan. Learn how to cut corners and make your budget work for you. 920-432-5581.  


Wednesday

Back-to-School Store: 7am-8pm, East High School, Green Bay. Each year the Back-to-School Store provides children with the tools to succeed. 1,500 elementary school children receive a backpack full of the essential school supplies and a new outfit, including new athletic shoes. Families have access to developmental, vision and dental screenings. And don't forget the celebrity shoppers, mascots, and balloon animals that make the day even more fun for everyone! We also provide 1,500 backpacks of school supplies through our partner agencies. Together we help the children get excited about going back to school and prepare them to succeed. We are still looking for volunteers. Sign up at http://serviceleaguegb.chambermaster.com/events/calendar/2014-08-01 

Saturday

Ultimate Lambeau Leap: 9am-5pm, Lambeau Field, 1265 Lombardi Avenue, Green Bay. 
Rappel down the only NFL stadium that allows fans to descend down its walls and benefit Special Olympics Wisconsin! The event will include music and other entertainment, so if rappelling isn't for you, there are still opportunities for fun for the whole family!

Flower Fairy Tea Party: 12:30-2:30pm, Brown County Historical Society, Green Bay. Enjoy a luncheon tea party followed by Fairy themed games and activities Saturday August 9, 2014 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. HAZELWOOD HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM 1008 South Monroe Ave, Green Bay Admission Individuals: $15.00 adults/$5.00 children --- Reservations Required For more information: Call 920-437-1840 or email at bchs@netnet.net  
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US 41 Project 
Lane Closures 
August 4th -8th  


Drivers should anticipate various overnight single lane closures on southbound and northbound US 41 along the entire Brown County corridor from south of Glory Road to Lineville Road. Lane closures can vary along the corridor, so drivers are urged to stay alert, pay attention to road signs, slow down and use caution when entering any work zone. The US 41 Project plans to have at least one lane of traffic open at all times on both northbound and southbound US 41 during construction. This does not include closures by local authorities for accidents or unusual incidents (such as weather).

For more information go to www.us41wisconsin.gov

21 Day closure and 60-day closures at Shawano interchange

The northbound US 41 exit ramp to eastbound Shawano Avenue will close for a maximum of 21 days starting Monday, July 28th. Shawano Avenue from Taylor Street to Packerland Drive and all other Shawano interchange ramps closed July 7 for 6o days.

WIS 29 detour is as follows:
  • Westbound WIS 29 will be detoured at Military Avenue, take Military south to Mason Street and Mason west to US 41 northbound and follow US 41 northbound to the new WIS 29 westbound flyover ramp.
  • Eastbound WIS 29 will be detoured south on US 41 to WIS 172, take WIS 172 eastbound to I-43 southbound to the WIS 29 exit.
  • A detailed map of closure area and alternate routes can be found at www.us41wisconsin.gov/shawano-ave-closure-a-alt-routes

WIS 172

 

Drivers can anticipate overnight single lane closures on eastbound and westbound WIS 172 between US 41 and Ashland Avenue throughout the week from 6pm to 6am.  

 

The following ramps will be closed:

  • Northbound US 41 ramp to westbound WIS 172 will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 6am.
    • Traffic will be detoured onto eastbound WIS 172, take eastbound WIS 172 to Vanderperren Way, follow Vanderperren Way west to Holgren Way, take Holmgren Way to Pilgrim Way, and follow Pilgrim Way east to westbound WIS 172.
  • Southbound US 41 on-ramp from westbound WIS 172 will be closed on Thursday from 6pm to 6am.
    • Traffic will be detoured off at Pilgrim Way, take Pilgrim Way east to Ashland Avenue, take Ashland Avenue south to southbound US 41.

I-43

 

The following ramps will be closed:

  • Southbound US 41 off-ramp to southbound I-43 will be closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8pm to 5am.
    • Traffic will be detoured off at Velp Avenue, take Velp Avenue east to Atkinson Drive, and follow Atkinson Drive north to southbound I-43.
  • Southbound US 41 on-ramp from northbound I-43 will be closed on Monday from 8pm to 5am and on Wednesday from 8pm to 5am.
    • Traffic will be detoured off at Atkinson Drive, take Atkinson Drive south to Velp Avenue, follow Velp Avenue west to southbound US 41.
  • Northbound US 41 off-ramp to southbound I-43 will be closed on Friday from 4-5am.
    • Traffic will be detoured off at Velp Avenue, take Velp Avenue east to Atkinson Drive and Atkinson Drive north to southbound I-43.

Local Roads

  • Northbound and southbound Cardinal Drive between Riverview Drive and Shawano Avenue will have DAYTIME single lane closures on Monday.
  • Eastbound and westbound Oneida Street between Ramada Way and allied Street will have single lane closures NIGHTLY on Monday through Friday from 7pm to 6am.
  • Ramada Way between Parkview Road and Oneida Street will have a FULL CLOSURE beginning on Monday. Access to local businesses on Ramada Way will be maintained.
  • Weitor Drive will be closed at Military Road on Wednesday from 6am to 2pm.

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