Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The official opening of the park on Muskego's north side came after a winter season that had many already using the park's sledding hill, but the inaugural baseball game that immediately followed ceremonies kept the party going
It's likely the park most talked about in Muskego is also at the moment its least used, but officials are eager to change all that, and it began Tuesday afternoon. The Chamber of Commerce was on hand to officially welcome the new park to the city with a ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m., which was followed at 5:30 with the first game ever on the large baseball field by the Muskego Warriors U13 league against "northern rivals" the New Berlin Magic. Arthur Theisenheusen, for whom the park was named, passed away in 2000, but his son Arthur, who now lives in Waukesha with his wife Bonnie was on hand to observe the ceremony and said his dad would have been happy. "I think he'd say we was pleased at the park...he never wanted to see the land become …
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Businesses not already members of the Chamber are sought to join and ambassadors will be out in force to answer questions and share opportunity of membership
“The challenge is on to find the Muskego Chamber’s best Ambassador team through the Muskego Chamber of Commerce’s Ambassador Challenge Membership Campaign, announced Ambassador Co-Chair, David Wahl, Relationship Manager for US Bank. On May 10th, 3 teams from various businesses will attend a “Kick-Off Meeting” at the Muskego Chamber office, where Board President, Dan Koehler will be the guest speaker. The campaign goal is 30 new Chamber members helping to make Muskego’s business environment even stronger. Everyone is a winner here. Campaign participants gain sales training, develop business contacts and compete for the winning title. New members become part of the most dynamic business organization in the area and can take advantage of the …
Monday, April 29, 2013
Acquired in 1996, Park Arthur hasn't been ready for prime time until this season, and officials are excited to officially open the park during a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 14, postponed from May 7 because of rain
Editor's Note: this article was updated to reflect the new ribbon cutting date on May 14. There have been sneak peaks of portions of Park Arthur, which is situated on Muskego's north side between Martin Road and College Avenue, including an archery range and sledding hill. However, the big draw is expected to be the park's largest feature, the regulation-sized baseball diamond. Muskego Parks and Recreation has been collaborating with groups like Muskego Youth Baseball to construct the field, which includes 90-foot base paths, outfield fencing and (this year) lights. It will be only the second such field in the city, and is expected to alleviate the demand at Horn Field for league tournaments. The opening of the field, and for that matter …
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Young Professionals group is ready to get growing, and hopes you've got time to spare - join them on May 1 at Alpine Lanes.
The best and brightest in Muskego's business climate are often some of its youngest, so the Muskego Chamber of Commerce has created a "satellite" group called Muskego's Young Professionals. The group's first event will be held at Alpine Lanes on Wednesday, May 1 at 5:30 p.m. and the $15 per person cost includes two games of bowling, "network bowling," and pizza. However, the casual environment doesn't detract from the intent of the group to connect those in their 20s and 30s to build their careers as well as their connections. However, no matter your age, Chamber members and others interested in learning more are encouraged to join them on the lanes to build their own network, and help the group grow. "We are really excited to launch this …
Monday, April 15, 2013
A new pin for 2013 aims to save residents money while keeping the customers coming for Muskego businesses
The Randy Roadbot pin has been a popular fixture on many a lapel around the past couple of summers in Muskego as the mascot for Jammin' on Janesville. However the 2013 version will also employ the use of technology along with the iconic orange barrel man. At first seeming like a random black squiggle, anyone with a smart phone will likely recognize the QR code on the new pin. QR, which stands for quick response, is a scannable symbol that will direct you to a website. No doubt you've noticed these symbols in print advertising, and it's a way to connect people on the go to company websites. With a QR app on your smart phone - they can be downloaded for free - you simply point the phone at the symbol and scan. In this case, you will be …
Thursday, April 11, 2013
The Muskego Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring five students to attend the Business World summer camp to represent their high school and local chamber at the state-wide program this June.
Through the Business World Chamber Challenge, the Muskego Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring five students to attend the Business World summer camp and represent their high school and local chamber at the state-wide program this June. Sessions will be held at Edgewood College in Madison June 16-19 and St. Norbert College in De Pere June 23-26. Wisconsin Business World provides high school students with the opportunity to run a “company” and make many of the same decisions faced by real world business executives. This interactive program emphasizes team building, project collaboration, marketing and design, public speaking, and basic finance through hands-on activities and competitions. Under the guidance of a volunteer mentor, …
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Women's Business Connections partners with the parks department to get families out and active to discover all of Muskego's parks.
Along with the coming edition of the Muskego Parks and Recreation Department Activity Guide will be an opportunity to play a little BINGO while you're discovering all of Muskego's parks. Women's Business Connections (WBC), a newly formed group that is a part of the Muskego Chamber of Commerce, has developed a partnership with the parks department to take "A Walk in the Parks." The seven-week long event will encourage residents to visit all of Muskego's 14 parks as well as Engel Conservation Area and Muskego County Park. "We found that many people who live in Muskego don't know where many of its parks are, and we thought this would be a great way to introduce families to them by holding weekly events and making a game of it," explained Gail…
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Face to face with local businesses, students hone interviewing skills to prepare for the "real deal" in the future
Thirty two of the Muskego Area Chamber of Commerce businesses conducted mock interviews with nearly 90 seniors in the Muskego High School School-to-Work program on March 26th. This endeavor provided students with valuable skills and insight. The mock interviews helped to provide the necessary tools for their future success as well as provided students with an opportunity to practice for an interview and receive real life feedback. The following are actual quotes from students that participated in the mock interviews: “I think that the mock interview was a great tool to prepare us for the world of business.” –D.S. “Having this interview has helped me prepare for the future when I apply for jobs in a professional setting.” –P.P. “I feel as …
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Members selected at annual gala from a field of 14 candidates and will help support businesses through at least one more year of construction.
Voting took place on Thursday, March 14, and the results for the Muskego Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors was announced this week. They include: Dan Koehler, BMO Harris Bank/Branch Manager Don Reidy, Don Reidy's Estate Services Robb Kurudza, Associated Bank Phil Callen, Callen Construction Robert Lucas, MUSIC-2-MOVE-U n'more Karen Hurlbut, Hurlbut Travel Tim Hogan, Alpha Plastics Solutions Jeff Hoeser, American Solutions for Business-Jeff Hoeser Kelly Thompson, Superintendent, Muskego-Norway School District In addition, Gerald Boisits, Boisits Law Offices, will continue to serve as Past President. The Chamber sponsors the community events of Jammin' on Janesville, Muskego's Country Christmas parade and tree lighting and is one of…
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Networking takes on a different spin, if you'll pardon the pun, but the Muskego Chamber's Young Professionals group hopes to draw interest for up and coming entrepreneurs
The best and brightest in Muskego's business climate are often some of its youngest, so the Muskego Chamber of Commerce has created a "satellite" group called Muskego's Young Professionals. The group's first event will be held at Alpine Lanes on Wednesday, May 1 at 5:30 p.m. and the $15 per person cost includes two games of bowling, "network bowling," and pizza. However, the casual environment doesn't detract from the intent of the group to connect those in their 20s and 30s to build their careers as well as their connections. "We are really excited to launch this group. Young professionals are our future business leaders and our source of economic development in our community. This group has our mission and vision in mind: Making our …
Terri Zebron
4:38 am on Monday, May 20, 2013
What a beautiful park, I was fortunate to be a part of the ribbon cutting. more ›