160 - Burlington Chamber of Commerce
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160 - Burlington Chamber of Commerce
PUBLISHED BY NOVEMBER 2014 Get the free mobile app at http://gettag.mobi www.burlingtonchamber.org Page 2 NOVEMBER 2014 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES Win a Limo Ride in the Christmas Parade on December 5, 2014 at 6:30 pm! Preschool and Kindergarten children are invited to enter the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce Coloring Contest to win a ride, with a parent/guardian, in “Most Loved Christmas Carols” Parade 1st through 4th grade children are invited to participate in the Essay Writing Contest by answering: "What is your favorite Christmas Carol and why?" Please include Name, Grade Level, and Phone Number on all entries. One entry per child. Additional coloring entry forms are available at Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce office. Submit your child's entry by November 21 to the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce at 113 E. Chestnut St. during regular business hours. The winning entries will be notified by Nov. 28. Two winners per category. Winners will be published in a later issue of Discover the Treasures. Each winner will receive a $50 Burlington Gift Check For more information call 262-763-6044 Thank you very much to our sponsors Name ______________________________________________________ Age/Grade __________________________________________________ Phone Number ______________________________________________ FCF Metal Salvage – Sponsoring the Santa’s Sleigh Town Bank – Sponsoring the Sled Dogs Boardwalk Apartments – Sponsoring the Santa Chalet Mather’s Improvement Services – Sponsoring the Santa Chalet Burlington Kiwanis – Parade Sponsor Johnson Bank – Parade Sponsor Runzheimer International – Parade Sponsor Burlington Lion’s Club – Parade Sponsor Quad Graphics – Parade Sponsor Educator’s Credit Union – Parade Sponsor Caledonia Sno-Lords Snowmobile Club – Parade Sponsor RKW Redi–Mix – Parade Sponsor Burlington Rotary – Parade Sponsor Circle Inc. – Parade Sponsor Webley Chiropractic & Sports Therapy Center– Parade Sponsor BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES Discover Life in Burlington Legislative Committee to Meet Monday, November 17 and You Are Invited! By Jan Ludtke Executive Director Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce Recollections of holidays… I can see my breath visible in the cold morning air as I discover November has arrived. Holidays are rolling in quickly on our calendars but there’s even more happening before Thanksgiving gets here. Most of us will have recollections of past Thanksgivings and Christmas holidays. It’s all about family, good food, friends and tradition and you save those memories. Nothing will warm you up (at least warm up your mind and heart) faster! Some traditions and memories are much more recent. In Burlington, November also brings an evening party atmosphere when you unveil a lot …November 21st! Everyone’s invited! Get ready for your 15 minutes of fame at the “Light up the Night” Party throughout downtown Burlington. You know you’ve seen the “Hollywood” type search lights signaling that special November Night in Burlington. Stop wondering why those lights are here and come on out. Don’t miss it November 21. Discover this and lots more on our calendar of events at www.burlingtonchamber.org. The Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce facilitates the Legislative meetings that are held regularly when the state legislators are in session. Meetings are currently held at Gateway Technical College, 496 S. McCanna Parkway, in Burlington; meetings are held strictly to a 7 AM to 8:15 AM agenda in order that the public and elected officials can get to their respective places of business in a timely manner. The Chamber office provides a continental breakfast and coffee. We would like to welcome you, the public, to attend the meetings. It is a great opportunity to really get to know your elected officials and talk to them on a one-to-one basis. Please RSVP to the Chamber at 763-6044 if you plan to attend our November 17 meeting. The Governmental Relations and Communications Committee was formed in 1982 by Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce as an ongoing committee to further communication and exchange of issues and ideas between elected officials on a city, town, county and state basis and their constituents, discussing governmental and political issues relevant to the Burlington area. Founded by Dr. R. M. Sorenson and Bill Branen, its purpose is to educate the attendees and the public on issues and bills currently before each elected group, as well as give the constituents an opportunity to present suggestions, needs and problems to the officials. Commonly referred to as the Legislative Meeting, this has been an extremely beneficial event for nearly thirty years. Burlington Gift Checks – Looking for the perfect holiday, birthday or anniversary gift? Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce Gift Checks make an ideal “thank you” gift for babysitters, teachers or that special client. They also are perfect for graduations, employee appreciation and thank you gifts. Certificates are available for purchase at Associated Bank and Johnson Bank in Burlington. The checks are available in any amount of $10.00 or more and they will be made out to "Any Burlington Area Business" in the amount that you request. There is a designated line on the check for you to fill in the recipient's name. This is how it works for any merchant. Any Burlington Area Business can accept the gift check. Merchants simply deposit the check with their regular business deposit. e’re proud to present the November 2014 issue of Burlington – Discover the Treasures, a monthly advertising issue published by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. All editorial content is provided by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. This publication is made possible through the generous support of Chamber members and paid advertisers. Please support them generously in return. For editorial content, please call the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, (262) 763-6044 [email protected] For additional advertising information, please call the Burlington Chamber at (262) 763-6044 [email protected] Page 3 Discover… Christmas Coloring/Essay Contest ..............................2 Burlington Gift Checks .......3 Legislative Committee ........3 Life in Burlington ................3 Calendar of Events ..............4 Out and About .....................5 Light Up The Night.............6 Business by the Block.........8 Marketing Building Blocks .9 Recipe of the Month ...........9 Remember When ..............10 Chamber’s Valued Partners ..........................11 ON THE COVER: Take a ride down our Rustic Roads. What if the amount is not exact? Merchants receive the amount of the check deposited so if the total sale is $15 and the gift check is for $20, the person receives the $5 change. a program that works! W NOVEMBER 2014 Questions? If you have any questions on how to handle these checks that support our “buying locally” program, please call the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce at 763-6044, Associated Bank at 763-9146 or Johnson Bank at 757-1150. Many businesses display signage encouraging gift check redemption. Businesses do not have to be Chamber members to participate. Businesses accepting the gift checks just deposit the checks with their normal bank deposits at their respective banks. Think of the possibilities - grocery stores, clothing, hardware, jewelry, appliance, restaurants, all businesses benefit. Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of our fine community. We hope that this program will continue to be of value to you and your company. Remember to stop by the banks that sponsor this program to purchase the Gift Certificates. If your business needs a larger quantity, please call ahead to make the arrangements. Visit the Chamber online www.burlingtonchamber.org Burlington’s complete community website • events and news • community information • business information Page 4 NOVEMBER 2014 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES 1 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Party 9:00am, Open to the public, Waller School 195 Gardner St. Burlington 1 Christmas Barn Opening for the Holidays, 10:00am, Open Wed, Fri, Sat 10 am to 2 pm; Thurs 4 pm to 7 pm, St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store 39515 60th St. Wheatland 1 Nuts to You Squirrels, 10:00-11:00am, Richard Bong State Recreation Area 26313 Burlington Rd. Kansasville www.bongnaturalistassociation.org 1 Bruce the Moose’s Halloween Spooktacular, 12:00-5:00pm, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa 7020 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva 1, 2 Young Frankenstein Performances, 7:30pm, Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2:00pm, The Haylofters of Burlington 109 N. Main St. Burlington 3 Bridge Card Games, 9:00am, Monday & Friday 767-9880, Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 3 Cards: Sheepshead/Schafkopf, 9:00am, Monday, Wednesday & Friday 767-9880, Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 3,10,17,24 Time Out for Play, 9:30-11:30am, , Burlington Public Library 166 E. Jefferson St. Burlington 4 Pinochle Card Game, 12:30pm, Tuesdays, Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 4 Cards: Euchre & Sheepehead/Schafkopf, 1:00pm, Tuesdays, Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 4 Cards: Hand & Foot, 1:00pm, Tuesdays, Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 4,18 City Common Council Meeting, 6:30pm, 262-342-1161 or visit www.burlington-wi.gov, City Hall 300 N. Pine St. Burlington 6 Multi-Chamber Event, 8:00am12:00pm, Burlington Chamber 262-763-6044, Cotton Exchange 345 Hickory Hollow Rd. Waterford 6 Ladies Night (Oh what a Night!), 5:00-8:00pm, , Hair Works 425 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington 6,13,20,27 Open Mic Night, 6:30pm, 262-661-4394 www.burlingtoncoffeehouse.com, Coffee House on Chestnut & Pine 492 N. Pine St. Burlington 8 Search for Short-Eared Owls, 3:304:30pm, , Richard Bong State Recreation Area 26313 Burlington Rd.Kansasville www.bongnaturalistassociation.org 8 Mischievous Singles Over 55, 6:00pm, Jan 262-534-6008 , Marty’s 201 W. Main St. Waterford 10 Legislative Breakfast Meeting, 7:008:15am, , Gateway Technical College 496 McCanna Parkway Burlington 10,24 Burlington Lions Club General Membership Meeting, 6:30pm, , Gabby’s Palace Restaurant 356 N. Pine St. Burlington 11 Building Strong Relationships with Children, 6:00-7:30pm, contact Lori Radtke at [email protected], Aurora Wellness Center 300 McCanna Parkway Burlington 11 Burlington Jaycees Meeting, 7:00pm, , Waterfront Restaurant 31100 Weiler Rd. Burlington 12,26 Dominos, 9:30am, 2nd & 4th Wednesday , Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 12 Burlington Business and Professional Women’s Club, 6:00pm, Call 262-877-3464 for speaker and information. 13 Knee-High Naturalist -Brightonwood Orchards, 10:00-11:30am, Pre-register 262878-5601, Richard Bong State Recreation Area 26313 Burlington Rd. Kansasville www.bongnaturalistassociation.org 13 Business After Hours - Los Compadres Restaurant, 5:00-7:00pm. RSVP to the Chamber at 262.763.6044. Los Compares Restaurant 725 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington 13 Family & Friends Support Group 6:15pm, Love, Inc. 480 S. Pine St. Burlington 13 Town Hall Board Meeting 6:30pm 262-763-3070 or visit www.tn.burlington. wi.gov Town Hall Auditorium 32288 Bushnell Rd. Burlington 14 Bunco 1:00pm 2nd Friday Elna Mahoney 763-6923 Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 14 CATHE Center Big Bash - 2nd Annual 7:00pm Veterans Terrace 589 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington 15 Willow Basket Class 10:00am-1:00pm Fee is $15 Richard Bong State Recreation Area 26313 Burlington Rd. Kansasville www.bongnaturalistassociation.org 15 Steppin’ Out Singles - 55 or Wiser, 6:00pm contact Mary at 262-763-9697 Pine Street Café 141 N. Pine St. Burlington 17 National Collection Week, for Operation Christmas Child 10:00am Nov. 17-24th 763-3281. In His Arms Preschool 417 S. Kane St. Burlington 19 Jam Session 1:00-3:30pm Burlington Senior Center 201 N. Main St. Burlington 20 Bon Voyage World Travel - Travel Talks Cruising: Questions & Answers! 6:30-8:30pm Waterford Public Library 101 N. River St. Waterford 21 Light Up The Night - Shopping Night 4:00-8:00pm Holiday Preview Downtown Burlington Businesses. 27 Run Thanksgiving! - Town Bank Turkey Trot 5k Run/Walk 8:30am Register at Town Bank or online at www.runthanksgiving.com Veterans Terrace 589 Milwaukee Ave. Burlington. 29 YMCA Camp McLean "Crafts in the Woods" from 9-4pm. 31401 Durand Ave. 262-763-7742. NETWORK OPPORTUNITY FOR BURLINGTON CHAMBER MEMBERS, SPOUSES AND GUESTS Business After Hours Thursday, November 13th 5-7 PM 3471UPUIF#VSMJOHUPO$IBNCFS BU BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES NOVEMBER 2014 Page 5 with Burlington Chamber Ambassadors American Family – Kristen Olsen Please welcome American Family-Kristen J. Olsen Agency to the downtown loop located at 149 E. Chestnut St. 262-757-0181 www.KristenOlsenAgency.com. Pictured: Agent Services Representative Alex Richter, Kristen’s Husband Eric, Kristen, Kristen’s mother Teresa Joerndt and her sons Matthew and Caleb along with our Chamber Ambassadors. Gooseberries Congratulations to Gooseberries Fresh Food Market on 100 years in the Burlington community. There are at located at 690 W. State St. 262-763-5955 www.gooseberriesmarket.com. Pictured: Dave Spiegelhoff, his wife Kathy, and members of his staff along with our Chamber ambassadors. NAPA Auto Parts NAPA Auto Parts are now at their new location at 364 S. Pine St. 262-763-2438 www.napaonline.com Pictured: John Siboda- owner, Tony Roth, Rick Sarauer, Jon Hammes, Bryan Smetana, Chad Siboda and J.J. Siboda along with our Chamber Ambassadors. Your Moment Massage Please welcome Cassie Kane, licensed massage therapist and owner of Your Moment Massage, to her new location at 201 S. Pine St. 262-210-1333 www.yourmomentmassage.com Pictured: Randel Scheck and Cassie Kane and the Chamber ambassadors. Dr. Husnain Welcome to the community Dr. Fouad Husnain, M.D., located at 116 N. Dodge St. He is certified in Internal and Sleep Medicine. Contact him at 414-672-9940 www.aurorahealthcare.org Pictured: Dr. Fouad Husnain, Shannon Donnelly office manager, Angie Muniz - medical assistant along with the Chamber ambassadors. Town Bank Super Tacos Moy We would like to welcome Super Tacos Moy to the downtown area. They are located at 140 W. Chestnut St. 262-342-5149 “Like” us on Facebook and watch for weekly specials. Welcome Town Bank to our community. Formally known as Talmer Bank, they are located at 400 Milwaukee Ave. 262- 763-3581 www.townbank.us Pictured: John Smith, Judy Bratz, Kim Terpstra along with our Chamber Ambassadors. Dr. Tim Caufield, Ph.D Dr. Tim Caufield, Ph.D., LLC is in his new location at 209 N. Dodge St. 262-767-8667. Pictured: Dr. Tim Caufield and our Chamber Ambassadors. Page 6 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES NOVEMBER 2014 Tired of Achy Sore Feet? Rieker Anti-stress technology combines flexibility, a featherlight feel and a roomy fit to help take stress off your feet. Try on Rieker Today! 444 N. Pine St., Burlington, Wis. (262) 763-3050 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Located in Historic Downtown Burlington www.burlingtonfootwear.com Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 5 off $ any purchase of $25 or more No other discounts or coupons may apply. COUPON EXPIRES NOVEMBER 30, 2014 165 East Chestnut Street (in the Loop), Burlington, WI 53105 Phone: 262.763.7709 E-mail: [email protected] www.burlingtonhealthfoods.net Friday, November 21 4 to 8 pm CITY WIDE AND DOWNTOWN BURLINGTON Seasonal gift ideas Unique selection of holiday décor Food • Art Work • Jewelry • Accessories Shop Burlington Holiday Preview, Discounts, Drawings, Refreshments Come See the Christmas Trains! Available Nov. 14th starting Friday, Nov. 21st from 4-7pm Sat. 12-7pm; Sun. 10-4pm and Thanksgiving weekend thru Dec. 21st See website for store hours www.burlingtongardencenter.com Fresh Greens & Wreaths Christmas Decor & Gifts 5205 Mormon Rd. Burlington, WI 53105 262.763.2153 FOOD DRIVE November 1–December 31, drop off non-perishable food items at participating merchants for in-store discounts and a chance to win prizes. Watch for posters at donation sites. Gifts...for ALL Ages Alpacas produce one of the world’s finest and most luxurious natural fibers. We will be open Nov. 1, 22 & 29 from 10-3pm or by appointment. Stop in to see our display at Burlington Menswear during “Light Up The Night” Nov. 21 from 4-8pm Earthcare Suri Alpacas LLC 146 N. Honey Lake Rd., Burlington 53105 262-534-4091 or 262-210-2080 Like us on Facebook NOVEMBER SPECIAL! 10 OFF $ with $50 purchase expires 11/30/14 5 $ Off any purchase of $25 or more No additional discounts apply. Must provide coupon. Coupon expires 12/5/14. 456 Milwaukee Ave., Burlington, WI 53105 Ph: 262-767-7241 www.houndshobbies.com Mon.-Thurs. 11 am-6 pm Fri. 10 am-7 pm; Sat. 10 am-5 pm BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES NOVEMBER 2014 Page 7 Richter’s Marketplace 156 S. Pine St., Burlington 262-763-3100 Reineman’s has a full selection of: • Decorations • Lights • Giftware • Artificial Trees • Ornaments and Wreaths . . . and much more! STOP IN TODAY FOR THE BEST SELECTION! Serving the Burlington Community Since 1906 417 Milwaukee Avenue • Burlington, WI 53105 1 $ 00 www.truevalue.com/reinemans COD FISH FRY off Save your re with wa card rds (262) 763-3577 START RIGHT. START HERE.® 2 or 3-piece Coupon expires November 30, 2014 www.reinemans.com pinestreetcafe’ Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Carry Outs B URLINGTON M ENSWEAR THANK YOU! Now serving our 17th year at this location Bring in 2 non-perishable food items, .00 0FF EXPIRES 12-31-14 get $10 113 E. Chestnut Street, Burlington, WI 262.267.9726 W W W. B U R L I N G T O N M E N S W E A R W I . C O M EAT WELL DRINK BETTER 864 MILWAUKEE AVE. BURLINGTON, WI EATATLUCKYSTAR.COM Like Us on Facebook and See Our Specials! Sunday-Thursday 7am-10pm Friday-Saturday 7am-11pm Breakfast every day until 2pm • EXCELLENT AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD! • FABULOUS VARIETY OF SALSAS! • FULL SERVICE BAR! • GOURMET BURGERS! • FRIDAY FISH FRY! • HAPPY HOUR EVERYDAY 2:30-5:30PM, AND SUNDAY-THURSDAY 8PM-CLOSE! 262-763-2155 Game Day Specials: Closed Thanksgiving Day 1. Football Specials (Entire Restaurant) 2. 10-Yard Specials (Bar Only) 3. QB Sneak Specials (Carryout Only) Made from Scratch Daily Using Only the Finest, Freshest Ingredients Hearty & Skillet Breakfasts Country Omelettes Homemade Soups Classic Clubs Signature Salads Steaks & Chops Ribs & Chicken Fresh Seafood Plus Much More! – BREAKFAST SERVED ALL DAY – FRIDAY SERVING FISH FRYS BEER & WINE We Service All Makes and Models Little Nicky’s Appliance Repair GUARANTEED 100% SATISFACTION Parts available in our Showroom 365 Milwaukee Ave., Burlington Having trouble with your appliances? Give us a call... ✓ Licensed ✓ Bonded ✓ Insured Holiday Special 262-758-6004 10% OFF We’ll have things back to normal in no time. Labor and Service Refrigerators • Washers & Dryers • Stoves and other Household Appliances www.nickysappliance.com Little Nicky’s Appliance Repair NOW HIRING Quality, Motivated Service Technicians Expires 1/15/15. Factory Authorized Servicer of: NOVEMBER SPECIAL! 5off COUPON EXPIRES NOVEMBER 30, 2014 OPEN Thanksgiving from 6am until 2pm LARGE SEATING AREA FOR MEETINGS OR PARTIES! Gift Certificates Available 141 N. Pine St., Burlington, WI 53105 262-763-9800•Mon-Sat 6am-9pm•Sun 6am-7pm PineStreetCafe/facebook.com $ A $50 PURCHASE PLU 111 4 pcs. chicken 8 pcs. chicken 12 pcs. chicken 16 pcs. chicken Toni Piccolo, CFD Owner & Designer 262.763.4522 5 20 pcs. chicken only $2595 9 50 pcs. chicken only $5499 $ 1415 100 pcs. chicken only $11499 $ 1865 (No substitutions) $ 25 $ 25 If the Colonel did chicken like us, they would have made him a General! Call ahead for fast pick-up or delivery 133 E. Chestnut St., Burlington, WI 53105 www.giabellaflowers.com only only only only 401 N. Pine St. • Burlington Mon.-Sat. 10:30am-9pm; Sun. noon-8pm WWW.FLIPPYSFASTFOOD.COM 763-6754 One coupon per transaction. Expires November 30, 2014. Page 8 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES NOVEMBER 2014 It is our pleasure to present the November 2014 edition of Business by the Block. Our focus this month is on Milwaukee Avenue. We appreciate the support of our local Burlington businesses and hope that you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to read about and visit each business to learn more about the products and services they offer. Little Nicky’s Appliance Repair 365 Milwaukee Ave. 262-758-6004 www.nickysappliance.com Specializes in repairing of refrigerator, washer, dryer, household appliances and other appliance repairs. Express Convenience Center 364 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-6646 www.expressconvenience.com Stylers Hair Studio 349 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-8038 Serving customers since 1989, specializing in color, highlights, perms, cutting, foiling, blowouts, hair straightening, manicures, pedicures, and artificial nails. Clinical Psychology Associates of Burlington Dr. David Thompson 345 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-9191 www.clinicpsych.com Clinical specialty areas for individuals, families, and corporations include Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), trauma, child behavior management, sexual abuse (victims and perpetrators), depression, and anxiety. A Younger You Medical Spa Janie Barrera 333 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-5573 www.ayoungeryou21.com Services offered include breast augmentation, cellulite reduction, laser hair removal, chemical peels and Botox. Nickolai & Poletti, LLC. Dale Peterson Real Estate Dale Peterson 332 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-8161 www.dalewpeterson.com Over 40 years of experience. Wi Certified & Licensed Appraiser specializes in Va - Wheda - Fha, Pmi Removal – Relocation. Anton Nickolai 308 Milwaukee Ave. 262-757-8444 www.nickolailaw.com Specializes in family law, bankruptcy, estate planning, debt settlement, business and employment law as well as a full suite of other legal services. One World Travel Deanna Scherrer 303 Milwaukee Ave. 262-767-0770 www.oneworldtravel.agentstudio.com Opened in 2013 with over 17 years of travel experience. Specializes in allinclusive vacations, tours, cruises, group travel and airline tickets. In this MARKET, you need THE REAL ESTATE GUY! • Finished basement • Master suite • 2.5 baths • Price is $239,900 Justin Mueller 262-210-1428 [email protected] Aldrich Financial Tom Aldrich 265 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-4420 www.aldrichfncl.com With over 20 years of experience, services include IRA’s, bonds, personal investments, retirement planning, 401 K’s, estate planning, long term care and life insurance. Ketter’s Flooring Gary Ketterhagen 257 Milwaukee Ave. 262-763-6259 www.ketters.com Servicing the community for over 30 years. Offers a large selection of hardwood, laminate or vinyl flooring, carpeting and ceramic tile. Also an Oreck Vacuum Sales and Service Center. BJ Wentkers Historic Fine Dining 230 Milwaukee Ave. 262-767-1514 www.foodspot.com/Clients/ WI/Burlington/BJWentkers Under new management as of August 1, the new owners, Kevin and Jean Schuerman, Brad and Kristen Willis and Dean and Kathy Pelzek, along with Jeff Willis as chef will be bringing historic fine dining back to Burlington. State Auto Sales 80 Milwaukee Ave. 414-704-8747 www.stateautosales.com Used Car Sales BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES Marketing Building Blocks ~~ How to Research the Best Keywords Finding and utilizing the correct keywords is essential when creating a strong search engine optimization (SEO) strategy. Keywords can help your site rank high in search engines, which will drive more traffic to your site. Your keywords should be the foundation on which your website content is created; the right keywords can take you from some unknown business to one of the top ranked websites in your area. Here are a few tips to identify strong keywords to fit your business: 1. Identify Goals Compile a list of relevant keywords and phrases related to your industry. Avoid using broad words and phrases. Be as specific as possible. For example, you don’t just sell “pens”, you sell “gel pens”, you sell “multi-colored gel pens”, you sell “long lasting multi-colored gel pens”- you get the idea. 2. Research Your Audience It’s important to understand what your potential audience is searching for. Do some digging on Google and social media to see what terms people are using to find your product or service. Avoid using jargon and focus on the words customers are using in conversation. 3. Know Your Competition Research what the top competitors in your business’s niche are using for their keywords. Go to moz.com or Google AdWords and see how your keywords are currently being used by your competition. 4. Streamline Your List Narrow down which keywords would be the most effective in terms of competition and relevancy. Rid your list of the keywords and phrases that won’t hold up. Pick your top 7-10 keywords and implement them into your website content. Find this helpful? Learn more about SEO and other digital marketing services by visiting www.keystoneclick.com or give us a call at (414)-810-6650. NOVEMBER 2014 RECIPE OF THE MONTH: submitted by Hayley Schneider STRAWBERRY PRETZEL JELLO 2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry 2 cups crushed pretzels flavored Jell-O® 3/4 cup butter, melted 2 cups boiling water 3 tablespoons white sugar 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries 1 cup white sugar 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 2. Stir together crushed pretzels, melted butter and 3 tablespoons sugar; mix well and press mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. 3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, until set. Set aside to cool. 4. In a large mixing bowl cream together cream cheese and 1 cup sugar. Fold in whipped topping. Spread mixture onto cooled crust. 5. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in still frozen strawberries and allow to set briefly. When mixture is about the consistency of egg whites, pour and spread over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until set. Hayley Schneider, Schneider Family Dentistry I have been a member of the Burlington Area Chamber for a couple years. I enjoy being a part of something that has such a great impact on our community! I have been working at Schneider Family Dentistry since 2006. I am also a volunteer for the Rochester Fire Dept. When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and spend as much time as I can scrapbooking. The recipe above is one loved by the Schneider Family and has been passed on for a few years. Enjoy! 6th Annual Winter Coat Drive Remembering our loved ones together during the holidays. Partnering with Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care for Love Inc. We invite you to attend a We are proud to support the Thrivent Winter Wraps program at LOVE, Inc. Since we started the program you have donated over 5000 coats for kids and families. With the upcoming season, please support local charity that helps families in the Burlington/Waterford area. Thrivent Financial will donate $5.00 to the LOVE, Inc. food pantry, matching up to $2,500. Grief Support Seminar TOPIC OF OUR PRESENTATION: HOW TO HELP YOURSELF THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS Join us Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014, 2pm This is your chance to make a real difference for people in our area. Bring a new or lightly used winter coat to the Thrivent Office, 400 N. Pine St., (262) 806-7390 or to the Love, Inc. Main Office, 480 S. Pine St., (262) 763-6226 www.love-inc.net. At our Burlington Location - 625 Browns Lake Drive Featuring Director of Pastoral Care - Chaplain Larry Williams and Director of Supportive Care - Chaplain Jan Kwiatkowski Daniels Family FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY SCHUETTE-DANIELS 625 Browns Lake Dr., Burlington, Wis. (262) 763-3434 POLNASEK-DANIELS 908 11th. Ave., Union Grove, Wis. (262) 878-2011 www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com 181709 Page 9 Page 10 NOVEMBER 2014 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES Remember When . . . Submitted by Burlington Historical Society Museum, located at 232 N. Perkins Blvd., Open Sunday afternoons 1 to 4 p.m. 262-767-2884 www.burlingtonhistory.org A half dozen horses stand quietly below the bend on Chestnut Street in this early 1900s photo as a couple converses under the clock in front of the L. J. Crawford jewelry store. The photo, thought to have been taken by Howard A. Wood about 1908, was donated to the Burlington Historical Society by Judy Townsend. The buildings seen on the southwest side of Chestnut Street from the bend west to what is now Milwaukee Avenue, except for the three-story Jones House hotel building on the corner, are still a familiar sight in downtown Burlington. The hotel building suffered a fire in October 1968, after which the upper floors were demolished while the exterior walls of the ground floor were salvaged. That site was most recently occupied by Coach’s Sports Bar and Grill. At the time of the photo, Frank Stang’s Burlington Enterprise, a clothing and furnishings store, occupied the Fenn building at the bend. Photographer Charles E. Clench had his photo gallery on the second floor. Stang, whose circus venture with his brother Lorenz in the early 1890s had been unsuccessful, bought the clothing and furnishings business in 1893 and operated it until his death in 1923. Frank’s nephew, Lawrence J. Stang, Jr., operated the store until 1957, changing the name in 1939 to L. J. Stang’s. Subsequent occupants of the Fenn Building, among others, included Pieters Men’s Wear, Burlington Savings and Loan, Barton’s Junior Scene, Kids Corner, Bob’s Pedal Pusher, S & S Ceramics and Crafts, Scene Two consignment shop, and the Jasmine Tree. The insurance office of the Kristen Olsen Agency currently occupies the site. C. G. Foltz and Son’s clothing and dry goods store occupied the large Buell Block building at the time of the photo. Attorney Edward E. Mills had his office on the second floor. Later second floor occupants included dentists Dr. C. E. Bottomley, Dr. A. J. Ketterhagen, and Dr. L. E. Ryall, and osteopathic physician and surgeon Dr. John W. Klema. The Foltz store went out of business in 1927, after which Albert and Joseph Pieters moved their Pieters Brothers dry goods store into the building. A 20 by 40 foot extension was added at the rear of the building in 1957 and Jazzy “BOGO” Special: Buy November...Get December the store’s name was changed to Pieters Department Store. The Pieters’ store closed in 1965. It was followed by Barton’s Department Store. After Barton’s closed in 1985, Anton Heindel and Shad and Robert Branen bought the building, which is now known as The Loop. A variety of small businesses and offices have occupied the building over the ensuing years. Current occupants include Delights, Massages by Nikki, the office of certified public accountant Richard A. Van Hoesen, and Gia Bella Flowers and Gifts. Prasch Brothers drug and book store, Matt Cunningham’s dry goods and clothing store, and the Bank of Burlington occupied the next three stores (collectively called the Jones Building), each with three rounded-top windows in the upper story. Charles J. Jones had put up the store buildings in 1868. Martin G. Prasch bought Charles Wood’s drug store in 1877 and, in 1881, formed a partnership with his brother, Frank H. Prasch. Simeon M. Reinardy bought the Prasch drug store in 1910 and operated it at this location until 1939 when he moved his drug store to the Jones Block next to the Jones House hotel. Subsequent occupants included Gamble Store, Rueter and Hannas men’s clothing store, Barton’s Men’s Store, and the Rustic Hut Boutique. The current occupant, The Shy Violet, opened in the building in 1998. Matt Cunningham, whose clothing and dry goods business occupied the Jones Building’s center store at the time of the photo, had entered into a partnership with his brother-in-law Leonard J. Smith in 1880 and became sole owner in 1891. He sold his men’s clothing business to Oswald Rittman and Edmund Johnson in 1910 and his dry goods business to Albert and Joseph Pieters in 1913. Rittman and Johnson moved the men’s clothing business into the adjoining store while the Pieters brothers remained in the former Cunningham store until 1927, when they moved to the Buell Block. A Universal Grocery store, which was bought by the Kroger Grocery and Baking Co. in 1928, followed after the Pieters moved out. Kroger moved its grocery store to the building now occupied by the Super Mercado El Chava market in 1943, and a Ben Franklin variety store opened in the Located at the space former Cunningham CATHE Center and in the adjoining space. 125 E. State Street Charles Killen bought the Burlington Ben Franklin business in 1946 and the building in FREE! Burlington Jazzercise 262-510-9550 1951. Killen’s Downtown Ben Franklin, which closed in 1985, was followed by a women’s apparel store called Fashion Fashion, a Goodwill store, and various businesses, including Chocolate City Souvenirs, J. Roberts clothing store, and Eagle Vision. Current occupants are the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce and Burlington Menswear. The Bank of Burlington, which occupied the Jones Building’s third store at the time of the photo, moved to the newly built McCanna building on the corner of Chestnut and Pine streets in 1910. That building is now the site of May’s Insurance. After the bank moved, Johnson and Rittman opened their men’s clothing business in the former bank quarters. When Rittman retired in 1922, Joseph Rueter and Alois Woeste joined Johnson in the clothing store. In 1934 Mark Hannas bought Johnson’s interest and the store’s name was changed to Rueter and Hannas. After Rueter and Hannas moved across the street and Kroger moved out of the adjoining store in 1943, the wall separating the two stores was removed to provide space for the Ben Franklin store. The Jones Block, built next to the Jones House hotel in 1874, was occupied by Mrs. Arlina DeLaplain's millinery store at the time of the photo. Martina Wiemer (later Mrs. George Zwiebel) and her sister Effie (later Mrs. William Rothering) bought Mrs. DeLaplain’s business in 1909. Martina operated the business until 1917, when she sold it to Mary and Nancy Cunningham. The Cunningham Hat Shop remained in the Jones Block until 1939, when S. M. Reinardy leased the building and moved his drug store there, turning over active management to his son, Francis. After the Reinardy Drug Store closed in January 1980, Gingham Dog Antiques opened in the building. The current occupant is MPC Property Management. Burlington Historical Museum and Pioneer Cabin are staffed by volunteers. Interested? 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S Switch witch and we’ll we’ll cover cover your your ETFs, ETFs, now now up to Corporate Partners pay a fee beyond and significantly higher than their regular dues payment which not only gives the Chamber further financial stability but also gives it the flexibility to do things that otherwise it might not consider doing. Since its inception in 1997, Corporate Partners have made it possible for the Chamber to do office technology upgrades and expand its annual program of work and events by providing the key supplementary funding that the operating budget could not. 2 5 lin es . 25 lines. In more recent years, Corporate Partner membership funding has played an integral part in the very exciting direction that the Chamber has gone in terms of communication and marketing media. Having been out of the area and not involved locally for quite a few years what I have noticed above all else is the high degree to which the Chamber is communicating and promoting the word about the Burlington area throughout the State and across State lines. Publications such as the Membership Directory, “Focus! on Burlington Business” monthly newsletter, “Discover the Treasures´ and the myriad flyers, brochures and other printed material are both informative and attractively done. 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