Join Us At The 11th Annual Spirit Of St. Croix Art Festival

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JOINCONNECTGROWServing Hudson, North Hudson, River Falls, Roberts,Lakeland, Afton, and the St. Croix Valley AreaCHAMBER NEWSLETTERProviding More Value For Your Membership InvestmentSEPTEMBER 2019Join us at the 11th annual Spirit of St. Croix Art FestivalThank you to the following sponsors:Presented by:PLATINUMAN INTERACTIVE CREATIVE EXPERIENCESEPTEMBER28-29, 2019Sat 10-5pmSun 10-4pmHudson, WI715.386.8411DiscoverHudsonWI.comArtist: Carla BrownJuried Artists Demonstrations Live MusicHands-On Activities Street PerformersLocal Beer & Wine Food & Fall FlavorsSpiritOfTheSt.CroixArtFestivalOn the InsideBusiness Briefs. page 9-10New/Renewing Members. page 11September Calendar. page 13GOLD Ciranda, Inc. Croix Gear & Machining F rancescato State FarmAgency Minuteman Press - Hudson S teiner Plumbing, Electric &Heating, Inc. Xcel Energy V iking Coca-Cola BottlingCompanySILVER Barker’s Bar & Grill Citizens State Bank Comfort Suites Hudson Edina Realty - Kim Kolashinski Family Fresh Market First State Bank and Trust General Beer- Northwest Pedro’s del Este Pier 500 Royal Credit Union San Pedro Cafe Simply Staffing U niversity of Wisconsin River Falls VC Valley Companies WESTconsin Credit UnionBRONZE Andersen Windows Angel’s Pet World Associated Bank Bye, Goff & Rohde, Ltd. Catalyst Sports Medicine Hudson IndependentBusiness Association Hudson Ford LLC andQuick Lane Hudson Physicians, S. C. Laser Magic, Inc. Northern Business Products Phipps Inn Bed & Breakfast SEASONS on St. Croix GalleryMEDIA Hudson Neighbors/Best Version Media Pioneer Press/TwinCities.com Star-Observer/RiverTownMultimediaFREE EVENT!

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT2020 Membership Directory – a greatopportunity to promote your businesspresentation for your company. Please say “yes” when theycall you to place an ad.Plans are underway for the 2020 Membership Directory.Member businesses will be listed in three sections:alphabetical section, business classified listings, as well as inthe representative listing.So far this year, your Chamber has added 35 new members.Each of these members offers a service or product that youmay need – and you offer a product or service that they need.This is the essence of a Chamber of Commerce, workingtogether to help all member businesses be successful.One of the many benefits of being a member of the HudsonArea Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau is the marketthat it provides for your products and services. Think about it– in the Membership Directory are more than 418 businesses,each of them needs supplies and services. Furthermore, usingyour fellow Chamber businesses for your needs helps keepdollars in our local economy. These are dollars that will likelycome back to you in some fashion.When members do business with members, our local economyremains healthy and strong. Thank you for your involvement!And a special note: The Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce isrecognizing the month of September as Chamber of CommerceMonth. More than 260 local chambers of commerce offer theirmembers core services across the state ranging from villages totowns to cities. Like the Hudson Chamber, each chamber playsan integral role in our state focusing on advocacy, tourism,economic development, entrepreneurship, young professionals,workforce and organizing community events. Thank you formaking the Hudson Chamber a vibrant organization that is ableto support our local community!ADVERTISE IN THE 2020 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORYThe annual Chamber Membership Directory is the perfect complement toyour in-person Chamber networking events. It allows members who met youat a recent event to easily re-connect and it is a resource for members youhave never met to reach out and start a is Directory includes contact information for members in threeconvenient formats, along with networking information, communityand government listings.ad sizewidth x heightb&wcolorLogo Listing . 2.125" x .58" . 135 . 1851/4 Page Horizontal . 4.5" x 1.667" . 195 . 245CategoryListing1/4 Page Vertical . 2.125" x 3.5" . 195 . 2451/2 Page Horizontal . 4.5" x 3.5" . 265 . 315Full Page . 4.5" x 7.25" . 375 . 425Tab Dividers (full color) . 4.5" x 7.5" . N/A . 585BusinessContactsDIRECTORYIncrease Your Exposure in 2020ChamberInformation2020 MEMBERSHIPPlan now to place your ad in this publication that will beseen by more than 418 business leaders in the community.Your ad will also help support the Chamber to continueproviding programs and services to all members and ourcommunity. We are pleased, once again, to be workingwith Adams Publishing (formerly ECM Publishers) onthe directory. They will provide free ad consultation andwill help create an ad that will promote a positive business3 Mary Claire Olson PotterChamber PresidentInside Covers (full color) . 5.5" x 8.5" . N/A . 635Back cover (full color) . 5.5" x 8.5" . N/A . 935TO ADVERTISE CONTACTMARY JO SIREK 952-846-2052maryjo.sirek@ecm-inc.comThe Hudson Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau partners with Adams Publishing Group formerlyECM Publishers, Inc. for the publication of the 2020 Membership Directory.715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

DISCOVERWISCONSINTourism Update: Yellowstone Trail HeritageDay and the History of HudsonAn important part of the tourism industry in Wisconsin and throughout thecountry is heritage tourism. This includes tourist visits to historic sites andhistoric buildings where visitors seek to learn the history of new destinations.According to the Wisconsin Historical Society, these travelers tend to visit longerand spend more money than tourists who visit for other reasons. Therefore, acity that embraces its historic and architectural resources is investing in growingits economy.Hudson has the real thing! Our historic downtown contributes to the community’sunique character, making visitors feel as though a day or night in the town’shistoric downtown commercial district is a special event.One way to embrace the history of Hudson is to recognize the Yellowstone Trail,a transcontinental auto route that began in 1912, connecting Plymouth Rock toPuget Sound. The 409 miles of Wisconsin’s Yellowstone Trail entered Wisconsinfrom the east at Kenosha and exited to Minnesota on the toll bridge across the St.Croix River in downtown Hudson. Perhaps you didn’t know that looking for theyellow street signs and yellow rocks around downtown Hudson mark this historictrail through town.Hudson’s annual Yellowstone Trail Heritage Day is Saturday, October 12, a dayfull of historic celebration starting in Hudson and traveling across St. CroixCounty following the Yellowstone Trail. Events highlighting Hudson include avintage and classic car show at Lakefront Park, Octagon House museum toursand activities, craft fair and booya bazaar, geocaching and history speakers.Everyone can drive east on the Yellowstone Trail through St. Croix County andvisit history displays at the libraries in Roberts, Hammond and Baldwin.As you meander the Yellowstone Trail, take some time to absorb the breathtakingviews of the St. Croix River Valley in Hudson, set along its scenic banks. The fallfoliage is captivating in October throughout the valley. With trees turning the richshades of autumn and set against the depth of dark blue from the St. Croix, this is thetime of year that everything along the river appears even more vibrant than before.Pause on a park bench and soak up the sun while you experience the heritage andhistory rich to our city’s culture. Track the changing fall colors to find the peak of theseason’s changes here: www.travelwisconsin.com/fall-color-report.The self-guided Hudson Historic Walking Tour is also a great way to spend anautumn day! Get to know Hudson’s unique and rich heritage and how it wasmolded through our impressive architecture. Find the Historic Walking Tourbrochure here to start your journey: https://bit.ly/2HBPDz1 .4 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

Hudson Chamber Welcomes New TeachersOn August 21, the Hudson Chamber of Commerce welcomed45 new teachers to the community at the annual New Teachers’Luncheon held at Hudson High School. Chamber membersexpressed their appreciation to educators from the HudsonSchool District as they begin the 2019 - 2020 school year.The event included an update from Hudson SchoolDistrict Superintendent Dr. Nick Ouellette. Each newteacher received a “welcome bag” filled with promotionalitems and samples from Chamber members.Thank you to the followingsponsors of this event: Associated Bank Associated Eye Care BMO Harris Bank County Market Edina Realty, Inc. Ellner’s Custom Window Treatments& Custom Closets Family Fresh Market Francescato State Farm Agency Hudson Hospital & Clinic LearningRx Hudson Mathnasium of Hudson McCabe Chiropractic & WellnessCenters SC McDonald Insurance Agency MidWestOne Bank Pier 500 River Valley Catering Royal Credit Union Spectrum Insurance Group- SandeenAgency Simply Staffing St. Croix River Association Thrivent Financial - Bjorn Nesvold University of Wisconsin - River Falls WESTconsin Credit Union Wisconsin Indianhead TechnicalCollege Woodland Hill Presbyterian Homesand Services Xcel Energy5 Special thanks to Chamber members who filled the “welcome bags”:Angela Olson LawAssociated BankAssociated Eye CareBaldwin LightStreamBridge Investment GroupCardinal HealthChapter2BooksCitizens State BankCounty MarketEdina Realty, Inc.Faith Community ChurchFamily Fresh MarketFleet FarmFrancescato State Farm AgencyFresh & Natural FoodsGrand FeteGrace GritHope ChiropracticHudson Bagel & Coffee Co.Hudson Flower ShopHudson Martial ArtsHudson PhysiciansKeller Williams Premier Realty Kris Jensen LarsonLearningRx HudsonLeitch McSorley Insurance AgencyMathnasium of HudsonMcCabe Chiropractic & Wellness CenterMcDonald Insurance Agency715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com McNamee Real Estate TeamO’Connell Family Funeral Homes &Cremation ServicesPita PitPlantablesSimply StaffingSolo YogaSpectrum Insurance Group Sandeen AgencySt. Croix River AssociationThe 715The Mill Exercise StudioThe Phipps Center for the ArtsThe Purple TreeThe Wired RobinThrivent Financial Bjorn Nesvold OfficeThrivent Financial - Tracy BerglundUniversity of Wisconsin-River FallsValley OrthodonticsWendy Peterson State Farm InsuranceWESTconsin Credit UnionWESTconsin Realty, LLCWisconsin Indianhead Technical CollegeWoodland Hills Presbyterian Homes& ServicesXcel EnergyYMCA in Hudson

Mark your calendar for Fall and Holiday Special EventsSponsorship Registration now open for annual Hilltop Pumpkin PartyThe 9th annual Hilltop Pumpkin Part is set for Saturday,October 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at YMCA Camp Daycroixin Hudson.This FREE family event is attended by hundreds of childrenand families and features a variety of activities including horsedrawn wagon rides, pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, games,St. Croix K-9 demonstrations, EMS and Fire Departmentvehicles, a bounce house, petting zoo, kid’s costume contest,music and more! Food will available for purchase by Buddy’sBakery and Pita Pit Food Truck.This event is a great way to get your business or organizationin front of these young families. Consider serving as an eventsponsor and set up an activity for the children. Sponsorshipamounts are modest and help cover the costs of this freecommunity event. Sponsorship payments are due prior toOctober 4.Join us for our FREE Informational SeminarYou plan for birthday parties, insurance, college, and vacations.But something we often forget about is planning for our death.We understand it may be difficult to think about your ownfuneral. For this reason, we are holding a FREE InformationalSeminar where you will learn more about pre-arrangingand other elder care topics.Two identical sessions for your convenience:Tuesday, September 17th10AM 1010 Newton Street, Baldwin6PM 520 South 11th Street, HudsonFor questions and to RSVP, please callO’Connell Family Funeral Home at 715-386-3725or online at www.OconnellFuneralHomes.com/seminarSPONSORED BY:Sponsorship levelsand benefits include:GOLD Sponsor: 500 A designated area at the eventto include one eight-foottable and two chairs V inyl banner with yourcompany’s name and logo todisplay at the event (yours to keep) Y our logo on a banner thanking Gold Sponsors displayed atthe event entrance Y our logo displayed on event flyers, Facebook page, HudsonChamber website and newsletter O pportunity to promote your business through a game withthe kids or a giveaway or candy treats –always a hit with thefamilies! R ecognition during the announcements made at the eventand in the event news release Please note: No electrical service will be availableSILVER Sponsor: 250 A designated area at the event to include one eight-foot tableand two chairs N ame listed on event flyers, Facebook page, HudsonChamber website and newsletter O pportunity to promote your business through a game withthe kids or a giveaway or candy treats –always a hit with thefamilies! Please note: No electrical service will be availableBRONZE Sponsor: 125 A designated area at the event to include one eight-foot tableand two chairs (approximately a 10 x 10 space) O pportunity to promote your business through a game withthe kids or a giveaway or candy treats –always a hit with thefamilies! Please note: No electrical service will be availableThe purpose of this communication is the solicitation of insurance. Respondents will be contacted by alicensed agent from the funeral home who will offer the Pathway plan from Pekin Life Insurance Company,which is a life insurance policy or annuity that is used to fund a funeral pre-arrangement.6 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

Mark your calendar for Fall and Holiday Special Events continuedChristmas Tour of Homes:November 22 - 24, 2019The Christmas Tour of Homes is celebrating 34 years of providingcreative decorating ideas! How can YOUR business “plug in”?Four homes will be featured on the tour this year. This is a greatopportunity to work with the homeowners and offer your goodsand services to help them prepare for 1,500 tour-goersin November.For more information, please contact Mary Claire atmaryclaire@hudsonwi.org or visit -of-homes-craft-sale-2019-14054.ChristmasTOUR OF HOMES& CRAFT SALEEST.1985Christmas Craft Sale and Market PlaceNobody celebrates Christmas like Hudson and we begin with the ChristmasTour of Homes and Craft Sale on November 23. We know guests are hunting forunique gifts as they kick-off their holiday shopping. We invite creative folks tosell their one-of-a-kind products. The Christmas Tour Craft Sale offers a greatopportunity for small business owners as well in the vendor marketplace.Only a few remaining booth spaces are available. Visit df to download your vendor application and give your holiday sales a boost!7 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

2020 Membership Directory updates underwayWe are beginning to work on the next edition of the printedChamber Membership Directory.The primary contact for your company must log in atmembers.hudsonwi.org/login to carefully check your businesslisting information and make any necessary changes. Paperforms will not be mailed out. If you would like to designateanother member of your organization to make changes online,please contact the Chamber office.Last year, we added four color-advertising opportunities and itwas a big hit. We will continue four-color advertising this yearbecause it was so well received.To reserve your space, please contact MaryJo Sirek withAdams Publishing (formerly ECM Publishers) atmaryjo.sirek@ecm-inc.com or 952-846-2052. If you haveany questions, please call the Chamber office. Thank you formaking our annual directory possible!Non-Profit RoundtableThe Hudson Chamber is sponsoring a series of Non-ProfitRoundtable discussions; the first is scheduled on Thursday,September 26 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the UWRF Hudson Center.We invite non-profit organizations to join us to discuss theirmission, issues, challenges and how we can best support you.Each month, one organization will be featured and have anopportunity to highlight their work for 10 minutes. At theSeptember meeting, we welcome the United Way St. Croix Valleyto talk about 211 – Get Connected and the Give Big program.Level upGain in-demand skills with onlinecourses.Attend our virtual open house tolearn more about fast-growing fieldsand our catalog of noncredit onlinecourses in leadership, skilled trades,healthcare and more.If you are a non-profit organization, please call the Chamberto sign up to attend or you can sign up online at ndtable-14537.8 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com Tuesday, October 22Noon or 6:30 p.m.Register today atchoose.uwrf.edu/pt

Business BriefsGuidelines: Business Briefs should be submitted by the 15thof the month for the next month’s Chamber news. Pleasekeep articles to 100 words or less. We reserve the right to editor omit any submitted business briefs. Email submissions toinfo@hudsonwi.org.The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking employerinvolvement for the Fall Career Fair to be held Tuesday, Oct. 8,and Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the UniversityCenter on campus. This is the first time UW-River Falls ishosting a two-day Career Fair. It comes as a follow-up to lastyear’s record-breaking attendance.The Career Fair gives students the opportunity to meet andnetwork with potential employers. Students can learn aboutinternship and career opportunities with employers whorelate to their area of study. “I gained an invaluable experiencespeaking with professionals in my field of interest, gaining abetter understanding of the jobs which are available to me andlearning to be proactive in the outcome of my own future,” saida past student attendee.First State Bank and Trust will be hosting its annual BayportBash on Saturday, September 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jointhem for live music, great food from Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop,fun games and activities, furry friends from Coco’s Heart DogRescue, and a Shred-It truck! Bring your sensitive informationand have it shredded for free! We hope to see you there! For moreinformation, visit First State Bank and Trust’s Facebook page.The East Twin Cities Boomers and Seniors Expo providesyou with the opportunity to discover ways to stay active andhealthy in your retirement years. Attend the premier lifestyle,health, and active aging expo for baby boomers and seniors!Attendees enjoy a day of expert aging seminars, giveaways,and local and national vendors displaying a wide variety ofproducts and services. Stop by on Saturday, September 7from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at HealthEast Sports Center, 4125 RadioDr., Woodbury, MN 55129. Free admission! Visit http://boomersandseniorsexpo.com/ for additional information.Participating employers speak highly of UWRF students,stating, “Some of the best I’ve seen, very professional” and“This is the best Career Fair I’ve been to.”UWRF Career Services prepares students for the Career Fair byoffering a prep session prior to the event. The session featuresinteractive stations for students to learn about and practicenetworking, conversing with recruiters, creating appropriateapplication materials, dressing professionally, and researchingattending organizations.Career Fair registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.UWRF Career Services encourages interested parties to registeras early as possible. The registration deadline is Sept. 6.More information and further details can be found at www.uwrf.edu/careerfair, by contacting Career Fair Coordinator JennaPhelps at cfcoordinator@uwrf.edu or by calling 715-425-3572.9 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

Business Briefs continuedSupport Local, Love Local BagThe Sustain Hudson Reusable Bag goalis to reduce waste in our communitywhile building engagement with ourdowntown consumers. Bags are 15and 100 percent of the funds fromthese bags will be donated to SustainHudson. With the purchase of a bagpurchase, buyers are eligible for amazing deals and incentiveson the second Tuesday of each month, beginning October8, 2019. Bags will be available for purchase in participatingbusinesses and at Spirit of St. Croix Days on September 28 and29. Remember: “One can’t buy happiness, but one can buy localAND that’s almost the same thing!”The “Hogwarts After Hours” fundraiser for the HudsonArea Public Library will be held Saturday, October 19,2019 from 7 to 10 p.m. Do you solemnly swear that you areup to no good? Wizards of legal drinking age (21 ), join yourfellow Potter enthusiasts for a brilliant evening of mischief.Upon arrival, wizards will receive their “map” for the eveningactivities including a quick trip on the Knight Bus outside theLibrary! In Diagon Alley, guests can visit the Owl Emporium- with live owls, Raven Hawke Readings, the Leaky Cauldron,and Madame Malkin’s for the Costume Contest judging.Guests should wear the proper wizard attire: all black or houserobes, formal dress robes will not be required. Any guest whowishes to participate in the costume contest should enter at thebeginning of the event. The grand prize for the contest is 100muggle dollars and the knowledge that you are superior to yourwizarding peers. More details on Eventbrite!Tickets are 75 per wizard and can be purchased online ogwarts After Hours” is a fundraiser that will benefit theHudson Area Library Foundation, which in turn supportsprograms at the Hudson Area Public Library. The eventproceeds will enhance 2020 programs that impact youth,teen and adult learning. This past year, the Library has seen awonderful growth in program participation, especially fromlocal teens! With your help, the foundation can grow oursupport and engage more of the community.10 Yellowstone Trail Heritage Day will be held SaturdayOctober 12. This will be a day’s worth of historic celebrationthat starts in Hudson and travels across St. Croix County toother Yellowstone Trail communities. Events highlightingHudson include a vintage and classic car show at LakefrontPark, Octagon House museum tours and activities, craft fairand booya bazaar, geocaching and history speakers. Everyonecan drive east on the Yellowstone Trail through St. CroixCounty and visit history displays at the libraries in Roberts,Hammond and Baldwin. Prizes will be awarded to thosewinning the first ever Yellowstone Trail poker run through thecounty.Please consider sponsoring this history-driven event. Contactthe Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureaufor complete sponsorship details prior to the September 6deadline. Thank you for supporting Hudson’s heritage andkeeping our story alive!The St. Croix County Historical Society will host itsannual Vintage & Variety Yard Sale Fundraiser Thursday,September 19 to Saturday, September 21. Sale hours areThursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fundraiser will take place on the lawn ofthe Octagon House Museum at 1004 3rd Street, Hudson. Thisunique sale features an eclectic collection of vintage pieces,antiques, furniture, home and garden items and much more.In addition to items donated by Historical Society members,we are seeking items to be donated for the sale. Donations ofhousehold goods, vintage pieces and other gently used itemsare appreciated and can be dropped off before the sale at theOctagon House Museum during regular hours of operation(Fridays through Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or byappointment at 715-386-2654. No clothing donations please.The Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.Funds raised by the sale help support the Historical Society andthe Octagon House Museum in its mission to preserve localhistory for future generations.The sale will be held rain or shine, and restrooms are available.For questions or more information about this fundraiser, pleasecontact the museum at 715-386-2654 or via email at Octagon@StCroixCountyHistory.org.715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

New MembersPlease join us in welcoming the newest members of the Hudson Area Chamber ofCommerce & Tourism Bureau! We encourage you to welcome these new membersby visiting their websites, sending them an email or stopping by to introduce yourselfand patronize their businesses. When members do business with members, our localeconomy remains healthy and strong.AXA Advisors, LLCRobert Korluka1342 Benson Blvd. E.Stillwater, MN 55082612.234.3221us.axa.comHolistic financial planning companydedicated to helping our clients navigatethe difficulties of planning for retirementalong with protecting their plan.CBD HudsonAmanda Daul1015 Pearson DriveHudson, WI 54016715.505.4324CBDMenomonie@yahoo.comWisconsin family-owned CBD storeproviding Wisconsin, Minnesota and theentire United States with hemp-derivedproducts.Peace of Mind Daycare HudsonNikki Robbins201 Carmichael RoadHudson, WI 54016651.731.2608www.peaceofminddaycare.comPremier educational childcare, preschool,4K, Pre-K and summer camps forchildren ages 6 weeks to 6 years ofage. Experienced provider of qualityeducational care in a comfortable, safe,fun environment.11 Reliable Medical Supply, LLCDebra Kalk642 Brakke DriveHudson, WI 54016763.255.3800www.reliamed.comDurable Medical Equipment and SuppliesThank you to theserenewing members for theircontinued investments:Abigail Page Antique MallAdvisorNet FinancialAngel’s Pet WorldAssociated BankAXA Advisors LLCBackRoom VintageBarker’s Bar & GrillButler CPA’s LLCComfort Home SuitesServiceMaster RestoreCansis Polk540 Townline RoadTurtle Lake, WI 54889715.986.2744www.svmrc.comFire/Smoke, Water, and MoldRestoration. Packout/Content Cleaning.Biohazard/Trauma Cleaning. Carpet &Upholstery Cleaning.SpeerBast Real EstateAdam Bast400 S Second Street, Suite 130Hudson, WI 54016612.803.2064www.speerbast.comThe Speer-Bast Team of Realtors inHudson bring you quality real estateservices and have been serving theWestern Wisconsin and EasternMinnesota real estate markets for morethan 20 years.715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com CPR Wealth AdvisorsCroix Gear & MachiningEdward Jones – Paul SimmonsFirst Presbyterian ChurchGrand FeteHampton Inn & Suites by HiltonHartman Homes Inc.Helmer Dance StudioHudson DentalHudson Rotary ClubGeneral Beer – NorthwestkudosLommen Abdo P.A.Ritizinger Optometric Clinic, S. C.River Valley TrailsSt. Croix River AssociationSOLO Yoga LLCThe Oral Surgery CenterThe Wired RobinWillow River State ParkXcel Energy

Member Ribbon Cuttings & Ambassador VisitsAngela Olson LawAmbasadors welcomed Angela Olson and her team to their newlocation in Hudson at 328 Vine Street. Congratulations Angela!Hope ChiropraticHudson Center Ribbon TyingAmbassadores and Board memembers participated in theribbon tying event signifying the University of WI-River FallsHudson Center’s commitment to the community of Hudson,and their goal of providing convenient and valuable educationalexperiences to the Hudson and St. Croix Valley community.UWRF Hudson Center, located at Carmichael and Hanley Dr.The Mill StudioAmbassadors visited Carolyn Wanken and team at 832Carmichael Road.Located at 709 Rodeo Drive, Suite 112, was welcomed by theAmbassadors and Board members. Owner and instructorVanessa Thompson offer several specifically designed fitnessclasses that are conducted in a community-based environment.12 715.386.8411 www.HudsonWI.com www.DiscoverHudsonWI.com

We’re hiring! Join the Hudson Chamber TeamThe Chamber is looking for an Administrative Assistant/Office Manager. This position has direct contact with Chambermembers and the public, provides support to committees andall events. If you are interested in learning more, review the jobdescription and application instructions at r-196.September Calendar of Events35I-94 Business Alliance, 9 a.m., UWRF Hudson Center Simply Social AM, 8 to 9:30 a.m.,Associated Bank, 2200 Crest View Drive6 Spirit of St. Croix Art Festival Committee, 9 a.m.,Chamber Office6 Hilltop Pumpkin Party Committee, 10:30 a.m.,St. Croix Therapy9Finance Committee, 8:30 a.m., Chamber Office10LEADS GROUP 1, 7 a.m., Fresh & Nat

Viking Coca-Cola Bottling Company SILVER Barker's Bar & Grill Citizens State Bank Comfort Suites Hudson Edina Realty - Kim Kolashinski . Join us at the 11th annual Spirit of St. Croix Art Festival PLATINUM Thank you to the following sponsors: JOIN CONNECT Serving Hudson, North Hudson, River Falls, Roberts,