2008 Calendar of Events
June
5th Officers Meeting *
10th Board & Officer’s Meeting, 11:30 a.m. at the Depot
15th Father’s Day
18th Membership Dinner Meeting, Wilmot Union High School Scholarship Awards Dinner
July
4th Chamber Office will be closed in Observance of 4th of July
5th Liberty Fest 11:00 a.m. Parade
8th Board & Officer’s Meeting, 11:30 a.m. at the Depot
16th Membership Dinner Meeting, Twin Oaks Country Inn
August
7th Officer’s Meeting *
12th Board & Officer’s Meeting 11:30 a.m. at the Depot
13th Golf Outing Twin Lakes Country Club (no Membership Meeting)
September
1st Labor Day, Chamber Office closed in observance
4th Officer’s Meeting *
9th Board & Officer’s Meeting 11:30 a.m. at the Depot
17th Membership Dinner Meeting, 6:30 p.m. International House of Wine & Cheese
October
9th Officer’s Meeting *
13th Columbus Day No Mail
14th Board & Officer’s Meeting 11:30 a.m. at the Depot
15th Membership Dinner Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Twin Lakes Country Club
31st Halloween
November
2nd Daylight Savings Time Ends Turn Clocks Back
4th Election Day
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Candidate school
Yes- this is a real candidate school
It is about fundraising, dealing with the media, targeting certain areas.
This is not only for every candidate running, but also for those volunteers for the candidates.
Here is a little info about the school
April 26th
8:30 registration
9:00 opening
If we all register together- we get a $5.00 discount each if we register 5 people together and a $10.00 each for registering 10 people together.
So let me know
Kathy
It is about fundraising, dealing with the media, targeting certain areas.
This is not only for every candidate running, but also for those volunteers for the candidates.
Here is a little info about the school
April 26th
8:30 registration
9:00 opening
Best Western — Airport
Conference Center
5105 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee
If we all register together- we get a $5.00 discount each if we register 5 people together and a $10.00 each for registering 10 people together.
So let me know
Kathy
American Legion Baseball Team Auction and Mostaccioli Dinner
Silent auction and mostaccioli dinner for the American Legion baseball team in Kenosha
Sunday, April 27
VFW Hall
6618 39th Avenue from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are $ 5.00 each and are available at the door
Sunday, April 27
VFW Hall
6618 39th Avenue from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are $ 5.00 each and are available at the door
Thursday, April 10, 2008
More events (from Bob)
THIS IS A MUST
YOU MUST BE THERE THE ENTIRE EVENT
Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast
County:
Kenosha
Date:
June 14
Time:
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:
Lois Bros. Farm
7601 368th Ave (County Rd O)
Burlington, WI 53105
Directions:
From I-94:
Hwy 50 West to 368th Ave (County Rd O)
Follow the signs to the breakfast
Cost - Adults:
$6
Cost - Children:
6 and under free
Contact:
Rachael Crane
Contact Phone:
(262) 206-8149
Activities:
This annual event is fun for the whole family! Join us for a morning on the farm that includes: a big farm breakfast, learning first hand how a cow is milked, petting the animals, old-fashioned children’s games and much more!
Car Cruise In
May 28, 2008
Time(s): 4:30 p.m. to dark
Location: Arby's, 5800 - 75th St. (Hwy. 50)
Phone: (262) 652-5641
Description: Weekly meet to have fun, eat excellent food, and meet other car devotees. Come out and join the fun. Free.
Kenosha HarborMarket
May 31, 2008
Time(s): 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: On 2nd Ave. between 54th St. and 56th St.
Phone: (262) 914-1252
Website: www.kenoshaharbormarket.com
Description: Bustling outdoor market near museums, lakefront parks, streetcar. Features live entertainment, chef demonstrations, delicious prepared foods, artwork, locally grown organic produce, meats, cheeses, bakery, flowers
Annual Train Extravaganza
May 31, 2008 through Jun 1, 2008
Time(s): Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 12 to 5 p.m.
Location: Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 First Ave.
Phone: (262) 653-4140
Website: www.kenoshapublicmuseum.org
Description: Sponsored by the G-Scalers Model Train Club. All models and all scales on display throughout the Kenosha Public Museum. Free.
YOU MUST BE THERE THE ENTIRE EVENT
Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast
County:
Kenosha
Date:
June 14
Time:
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location:
Lois Bros. Farm
7601 368th Ave (County Rd O)
Burlington, WI 53105
Directions:
From I-94:
Hwy 50 West to 368th Ave (County Rd O)
Follow the signs to the breakfast
Cost - Adults:
$6
Cost - Children:
6 and under free
Contact:
Rachael Crane
Contact Phone:
(262) 206-8149
Activities:
This annual event is fun for the whole family! Join us for a morning on the farm that includes: a big farm breakfast, learning first hand how a cow is milked, petting the animals, old-fashioned children’s games and much more!
Car Cruise In
May 28, 2008
Time(s): 4:30 p.m. to dark
Location: Arby's, 5800 - 75th St. (Hwy. 50)
Phone: (262) 652-5641
Description: Weekly meet to have fun, eat excellent food, and meet other car devotees. Come out and join the fun. Free.
Kenosha HarborMarket
May 31, 2008
Time(s): 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: On 2nd Ave. between 54th St. and 56th St.
Phone: (262) 914-1252
Website: www.kenoshaharbormarket.com
Description: Bustling outdoor market near museums, lakefront parks, streetcar. Features live entertainment, chef demonstrations, delicious prepared foods, artwork, locally grown organic produce, meats, cheeses, bakery, flowers
Annual Train Extravaganza
May 31, 2008 through Jun 1, 2008
Time(s): Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 12 to 5 p.m.
Location: Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 First Ave.
Phone: (262) 653-4140
Website: www.kenoshapublicmuseum.org
Description: Sponsored by the G-Scalers Model Train Club. All models and all scales on display throughout the Kenosha Public Museum. Free.
Added April 10
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Majority GOP Conduit Reception
Special Guests: Speaker Mike Huebsch, Assembly Majority Leader Jeff Fitzgerald, Senate Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald, Assistant Senate Leader Joe Leibham and many more elected officials
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Milwaukee Athletic Club
758 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI
Host Levels:
Platinum $1,000.00
Gold $500.00
Silver $250.00
$100.00 per person to attend
NO PAC Accepted
RSVP to: Judi Rhodes or Mel Hubbard
Phone: 608.257.4765
Fax: 608.257.4141
Please make checks payable to:
Majority GOP Conduit
148 East Johnson
Madison, WI 53701
Monday, April 7, 2008
Suggestions
April 24th
Burlington Chamber of Commerce- New Look Award Night and Double Elimination Raffle- Cotton Exchange Restaurant, Waterford. Try your luck with our 5th Annual Double Elimination Raffle. 5-?. For more information, please contact the Chamber at 262-763-6044
April 24th
Burlington Knights of Columbus presents a Men's Smoker, Knights of Columbus Hall from 7p.m. to midnight. Cost is $7.00 and proceeds go to the Burlington Little League. For more information, please contact Ron Ehlen at 262-763-9747 or Glenn Lois at 262-763-8068
May 8-10
Apple Holler It’s a Bloomin’ Festival - The orchard will be stunning. The apple trees should be in full blossom. So bring the family for some country fun. This festival will feature: Wagon Rides Through The Orchard; Pony Rides; Pedal Cart Rides; Teddy Bear Moonwalk Bounce; Kids Corral Play Area; Crazy Corn Maze; Farm Animals To Visit – FREE; Cool Cow Maze; Amish Built Wooden Train; Apple Cider Shakes, Malts, Sundaes, And Smoothies; Apple Cider Doughnuts; Fresh Baked Apple Pie And Apple Turnovers; Apple Wine Tasting – FREE; Apple Butter Tasting – FREE; Apple Wood Grilled Hot Dogs, Hamburgers And Brats Hot Off The Grill. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.
May 11th
Apple Holler Mother’s Day Prime Rib Buffet - Come out to Apple Holler where we celebrate all the moms. Our Grand Mother's Day Buffet features: Slow roasted prime rib, Roast Pork w/Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce, Herb Baked Chicken, Roast Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham, Smoked Salmon, Chicken Pot Pie, Golden Fried Canadian Cod, Lasagna, Shrimp Jambalaya, Plus our Heavenly Dessert Table. Additional Breakfast Items also served (until 11 a.m.) as we will not be serving from our regular menu on Mother's Day. The Buffet is from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please Call Us At 262-886-8500 To Make Your Reservation.
May 18th
Chocolate City Bike Ride – sponsored by Burlington Kiwanis, 3 available rides, Racine and Kenosha Counties, 8-10 am registration at Bob’s Pedal Pusher, 466 S. Pine St., Burlington, info at 262-763-7794 or Paul Mueller at 262-763-8148
May 23-26
ChocolateFest – Family entertainment, food, carnival, expo vendors and more, ChocolateFest Grounds, Friday 4-11 pm, Saturday & Sunday 10 am - midnight, Sunday 10 am - midnight, Monday 11 am – 8 pm, $6 adults, $3 12 and under, 262-763-3300, fireworks Friday night at dark, parade Monday 9 am, www.chocolatefest.com
May 24-25
"Art du Chocolat" -Historic Burlington Sidewalk Art Show- Displaying local artists' work and showcase our Historic Downtown and all it has to offer. There will be live music for your enjoyment. If you are a local artist and would like to exhibit, contact artduchocolat@yahoo.com. The deadline is May 1st. The application fee is $25.00. The show accepts individuals producing there own Fine Art or Fine Crafts. The show will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
May 24-26
30th Annual Brat Day and Boat Races – sponsored by Burlington Jaycees, Hydroplane boat races, tri-state area, family event, brats, hot dogs, corn, family event. Echo Park, 11 am – 5 pm daily, Burlington Jaycees, www.burlington-jaycees.org
May 25
Joint Veterans Group Breakfast - Veterans Memorial Building, 7:30 am – 12 noon, American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
May 28th
Veterans Memorial Parade and Program - Parade 9:00 am at the intersection of Wainwright Ave. & Kane Street and ends at the Veterans Memorial Building. Program in the park 10:30 am, musical numbers by High School band and guest speakers. The Color guard and Rifle Squad will fire a salute at the following: waters edge in Echo Park, Veterans Memorial and Bed of Crosses, Mount Carmel Care Facility, and the three Burlington Cemeteries. American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
June 9-15
Apple Holler Strawberry Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh strawberries. This festival features activities for children such as hay rides through the orchard, farmyard animals to visit, and our huge Cool Cow Maze; Build your own strawberry shortcake with real Wisconsin whipped cream; Fresh strawberry shakes, malts, sundaes, and smoothies will be available in our ice cream parlor; Free strawberry wine tasting all day and special sales in the gift shop, ALL YOU CAN EAT FRESH STRAWBERRY PANCAKES in the morning and our famous picnic buffet from noon to 4:00 pm. We will also be having an outdoor cookout. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.
June 14th
2nd Annual Hope Ride - Motorcycle ride to benefit Our Hope of Burlington, sponsored by Fox River State Bank, $20 per rider, line up begins at ChocolateFest Grounds, Hy. 36, 9:00 a.m., food, beer & soda following ride, raffles, 262-767-8600
June 14
Joey O’Brien Memorial Tournament – golf outing, auctions with proceeds going to Children’s Hospital Local Courage Scholarships, Brown Lake Golf Club, shot-gun start at 11 am (4 person scramble), Lunch, Dinner, $125.00, Silent Auction 10 am - 5 pm, sponsored by Joey O’Brien Foundation, 262-763-6881
June 14
St. Charles 7th Annual Pig Roast & Auction - St. Charles Parish Hall, 449 Conkey St., sponsored by Catholic Family Insurance, Adults 12 & over $8, Seniors $6, Children $4, dinner served 4:30 - 7:00 P.M., carryouts available. Beer, wine, concessions served from 5 - 12 P.M., Live music by First Kiss 8:30 - 12 midnight, Live auction under the beer tent at 7:30 P.M., Silent auction ends at 9:30 P.M., Raffle Basket drawing at 10:00 P.M., tickets available at Gooseberries, Richter's Sentry or at the door, 763-1848 or 9763-4822 for info.
June 19th
Tri-County Job Fair – Hy. 45 & 50, 12 noon – 4 pm, sponsored by WDC Business Services, 262-638-6603, www.racinebizservices.com
June 20-21
Our Hope Walk - Team relay event raises money for funds for life limiting illnesses, fun, music, games, speakers, luminary ceremony, camp overnight, Burlington Area School District track field, 262-763-6044 for more information
July 4th
Joint Veterans Groups Flag raising ceremony - Burlington Town Hall, 9:00 am. Participating are the Veterans, the Boy Scouts, the School band, Town, City, and State officials. The ceremony is open to the Public. . American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
July 20th
Burlington Lions Club Annual Bar-B-Que – Charcoal grilled meal, beer tent, entertainment, Echo Park, Hwy. 36, 11 am – 4 pm, $7 in advance/$8 at door, 414-581-8207
July 21-27
Apple Holler Blueberry Festival - Come on out to Apple Holler Monday, July 23rd through Sunday, July 29th for some good old fashioned family fun and some of natures finest fresh blueberries. This festival feature activities for children and build your own blueberry sundae with real Wisconsin whipped cream, Fresh blueberry shakes, malts, sundaes and smoothies will be available in our ice cream parlor; Free blueberry wine tasting all day and special sales in the gift shop. ALL YOU CAN EAT FRESH BLUEBERRY PANCAKES in the morning and our famous picnic buffet from noon to 4:00 p.m. and our outdoor cookout featuring applewood grilled brats, hotdogs, and hamburgers. Please call 262-886-8500 for information.
July 25-26
Maxwell Street Days - Shoppers paradise with sales throughout the city. Sidewalk sales, arts & crafts in Wehmhoff Square, music, food, Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, 262-763-6044
August
TBA Rotary Western Roundup - Steak Bar-B-Q dinner, oral and silent auctions, entertainment, 262-763-3561
TBA Annual “Welcome Lunch” – sponsored by BACC to welcome new business personnel and teachers to Burlington, reservations necessary, call the Chamber at 262-763-6044 for date and information
August 10th
Burlington's Knights of Columbus host the Annual Corn and Brat Fest at Echo Park from 10-4. For more information please contact Jerry Ketterhagen at 262-492-3026
September 7th
Joint Veterans Groups 2nd Annual Breakfast (Log Cabin Toy Run day) - 7:30 am - 11:00 am, Veterans Memorial Building, 588 Milwaukee Avenue. Advance sale tickets $5.00, tickets at the door $6.00, Children 6-12/$2.50, and 5 years and younger are free - American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
September 18th
Chocolate City Golf Outing – 10th annual outing. Raffles, prizes, hole in one contest, trophies, sponsorships available - Lunch included at 11:30 with shotgun start at 12:30 - sponsored by BACC, www.burlingtonchamber.org, 262-763-6044
October 4th
Jaycees Octoberfest Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 am – 5 pm, Gathering of local artisans selling and displaying their wares. For booth rental or information see website: www.Burlington-Jaycees.org
October 4-5th
Burlington Area Arts Council Art Fair –Art Fair showcasing fine art and crafts by regional artisans, Wehmhoff Square Park adjacent to library. This is a juried event. If you would like to showcase you art work, contact Sue Oxley at 262-767-9986, soxley@wi.rr.com. Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm, free admission
October 5th
Joint Veterans Groups 3rd Annual Veterans Poker Run- starting at 9:30 am in the Veterans Memorial Building, 588 Milwaukee Avenue. Beer, food, entertainment, prizes, and fun are provided with entry. American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
November 11th
Veterans Day program (Tuesday) at BHS at 9:15 am. Guest speaker is yet to be determined. Following the ceremony, we will go to Mount Carmel Care Facility and Pine Brook Pointe to fire a rifle salute and play Taps. American Legion Commander: Dr. Neil Aiken (262 763-8995) Disabled American Veterans Contact: Ken Yanny (262 539-2636) The Marine Corps League, Fox River Detachment, Contact: Bob Boulden (Phone: 262-539-2241) VFW Ladies Auxiliary President: Deb Roanhaus (Ph 262 763-6334) American Legion Ladies Auxiliary President: Reta Bohnsack (262-763-6483)
AFTER YOU WIN
December 5th
27th Annual Christmas Parade – through downtown Burlington, welcomes Santa to Burlington. 6:30 pm. Santa’s Chalet opens following the parade - Christmas caroling, reindeer, cookies in Wehmhoff Square, Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, 262-763-6044, www.burlingtonchamber.org
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