Fall Promises New Opportunities!
On Thursday August 27 WE sure enjoyed being back at Café Calamari, after moving around during the summer months. Once again we received spectacular service, enjoyed delectable dining, and experienced connected networking in the perfect setting. Our thanks go to the La Croix family, and their wonderful staff.
We had lots of announcements as the summer sun fades and the cool breezes bring in a busy fall line-up of fundraisers and business opportunities – here they are so WE can plan ahead accordingly:
September 2-7 – Walworth County Fair – support local families, businesses and organizations by attending our wonderful local fair. Call 262-723-3228 or visit www.walworthcountyfair.com for info. (WE Member Becky Merwin is a member of the Board of Directors.)
Saturday, September 5 – Pig in the Park – Little Food Playground Fundraiser at Reid Park in Fontana –4:30-10 p.m. Tickets $10 – Call 262-275-6136 or visit: www.villageoffontana.com for details. (WE Partner Kelly Hayden appreciates support of this important fundraiser.)
Saturday, September 26 – 2nd Annual Lake Geneva Hope Walk – Proceeds go to “Aurora Healthcare Breast Treatment Assistance Program” – visit: www.lakegenevahopewalk.com for more info.
Sunday, October 4 – Journey for L.I.F.E. - 5K Walk, Breakfast, Cookout & Raffle including Canines for a Cure Dog Walk – The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva - $35/person; $10/dog – 262-249-4750, ext. 3798
Friday, October 9 – Journey for L.I.F.E. – The Well Spa Bake Sale – 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. - 262-249-4750, ext. 3798
Friday, October 16 – Journey for L.I.F.E. - Dinner, Dance & Auction – 7-11 p.m. – The Grand Ballroom at Grand Geneva Resort - $70/person; $600/Table of 10 - 262-249-4750, ext. 3798
Proceeds from all Journey for L.I.F.E. events benefit cancer patients of Aurora Health Care of SE WI.WE Member Linda Moritz is one of the Grand Geneva employees involved in this not-for-profit organization and appreciates any level of participation or prize donations.
Tuesday, October 20 – Geneva Lake West Chamber of Commerce Member Showcase – 5-8 p.m. – The Lodge at Geneva Ridge – Visit exhibits of local businesses – complimentary wine tasting and appetizers. Call 262-275-5102 or visit: www.genevalakewest.com for more information. (WE member Kristina Ericson is coordinating this event and WE Network members are staffing the welcome table; encouraged to attend for networking; AND PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING A DOOR PRIZE REPRESENTING WE NETWORK – as WE will be promoting out upcoming Shop & Spa Boutique.)
Saturday & Sunday November 7-8 – WE Network’s Shop & Spa Boutique Weekend at Geneva Ridge – WE Members and other area professionals exhibit their products and services – shopping, pampering, networking and more! WE hope to see many neighbors, friends, and travelers who believe in supporting local business professionals as they begin their holiday shopping season. Kristina Ericson has agreed to assist with coordination and answer any questions you may have: (262) 745-4164. Early discounts in affect – register early to get the best rate and placement! Thank you to Kristina with lia sophia jewelry; Sue Wendt with Joshua Tree (jewelry and gifts); Jacque Gratz - Gold Canyon; Taume Kohl – SimplyFun; Lisa Ganson – Just Jewelry; Donna Stackpool – Stackpool Chiropractic; Denise Kahoun – Become; and Tina Lendman – The Dance Factory – we are off to a great start!
Whew! Do you know that blog entries are supposed to be only several lines of text? Oops! WE are an exception; WE have lots going on!
Hope to see you soon,
Denise