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MAY 2014 BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES

I don’t think anyone will argue that it has been a long winter. We all are looking forward to warmer weather.Memorial Day weekend is thought as the beginning of summer to many. In Burlington it means ChocolateFest.We are proud to kick off the festival season here each year with our annual ChocolateFest.

I say CHOCOLATE . . . You say . . . * Cocolat * Schokolade * Chocolae * Choklad

* Cokolada * Cioccolato * Shukulaato * Cikolata * Suklaa * Ciocled * Txokolatea * Chokolade

How many ways? How many languages? Any way you say it, it all means YUM!

The World of Chocolate is our theme for 2014. Did you know that cocoa beans are grown in 113 countries? Do you know what the top 5 cocoa bean producing countries are? Cote d Ivoire, Indonesia, Ghana,Nigeria and Cameroon.

To us, cocoa beans mean a sweet, creamy, decadent treat. Others may use it in many ways as in cooking, addingdepth to dishes such as chili, rubs on meats for grilling, ribs, wings, chocolate dipped bacon, fondue, chocolate and wine pairings. Cocoa has been used since the early 1900’s as the basis of a bitter drink, and as a beverage is still themost popular use.

The process from tree to milk chocolate candy bar is complex . . . growing, harvesting, drying, shipping, blending, winnowing, roasting, cleaning, grinding, pressing, cocoa cake and cocoa butter, conching, refining, mixing, storage, tempering, moulding. Whew! All that to get a chocolate bar!

CHOCOLATEFEST ~ MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, every year. This year’s dates are May 23-26, 2014. We are very excited to be celebrating our 28th year ofChocolateFest. Ticket prices will remain the same. New on Friday night is “Pack the Pantry for Love, Inc.” Ages 13 and over, gate admission consists of 5 non-perishable food items, or $5.00 cash. Come and see the spectacular Fireworks Showwith the entire family. The best viewing area is on the festival grounds.

Our festival has something for the entire family. Enjoy a wide variety of food andbeverages, music. There will be chocolate games and competitions, chef demon-strations, chocolate carving, the annual Miss Burlington Area ChocolateFest contest.We have three stages of entertainment. Many crowd favorites are returning; TheChef Meltdown, Pat McCurdy, The Toys, Chocolate City Idol, Lumberjacks and theRacing Ducks. Battle of the Bands is expanding and will be on Friday night for adultson the Main Stage and Monday for High School Bands on the Wanasek Stage.

Last year a new MEGA PASS was introduced for unlimited carnival rides. It has beenupdated this year and for $75.00, includes gate admission and unlimited rides for alldays of the carnival (May 21-26) (MEGA PASS available as a pre-sale only at theBurlington Walgreens store 4/28-5/20) It is a great deal!

You will be able to enjoy many types of foods and beverages, including lots of . . .chocolate!! We will once again have the award winning North American Midway

Entertainment brought to you by the Burlington Rotary Club. Granpa Cratchet, the Petting Zoo, Project Yum-Way,Chocolate Chunk Dig, Chocolate Experience Taster Ticket, The famous hypnotist Chris Jones is back to delight the audiences with his amazing show. The Veteran’s Memorial Day Parade will be returning along with a variety of music.New games this year in the Chocolate Experience Tent are: a “Hunt Around the World” and “Choco-Pong”.

Our festival is unique as it is run entirely by volunteers from the Executive board all the way down the line. All profits goback into the community to the non-profit organizations that help with labor for every aspect of the festival. Everyoneworks together very hard on behalf of the community to make this annual event a success. We welcome you to join usand have fun.

For more details, please visit www.chocolatefest.com

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BURLINGTON…DISCOVER THE TREASURES MAY 2014

Discover…ChocolateFest....................2Life in Burlington..............3Community-Wide Yard Sale.35K Run/Walk for Hope .....4Calendar of Events ............4Life Choices ......................4Out and About ...................5Pioneer Cabin Reopens .....6Remember When ..............6Tourism by Tom Lebak......7Recipe of the Month .........8YMCA Day Camp...............8Bike Burlington.................9Garden Club Plant Sale ....9Poppy Day..........................9Business by the Block ....10Ask the Bug Expert ........11Lincoln Statue Celebration ...................11

By Jan LudtkeExecutive DirectorBurlington Area Chamber of Commerce

I don’t know about you, but I am very ready for spring andsummer. I am ready for the sun to shine, the flowers tobloom and to put away heavy sweaters!

The lazy, hazy days of summer are around the corner andas you enjoy all the sunshine and warm temperatures, keepin mind that some of the events that make the most memo-rable times for families are awaiting you in Burlington. Markyour calendars now for …….Chocolatefest!What a sweetway to start your summer over Memorial Day weekend.

Bicycle trails are fun too for any age. No matter if you likeblacktop, back country roads or scenic bike trails, we havemiles of trails. What a relaxing way to see and enjoy thewild flowers and native birds, fresh air and sunshine.

Other returning favorites include weekly Farmers Market,Aquaducks Water Ski Show at Fischer County Park, savingsin the thousands at our Citywide Rummage Sales andSidewalk Days, evenings cheering our own Burlington Blue

Devils football team or Semi-ProRotary Barons baseball team,just to name a few.

Our Riverwalk, community andcounty parks are close at handto explore. They become wonderful places to hike, birdwatch, canoe, kayak and ski orjust walk and observe. Lookingfor a one stop shop for youroutdoor needs….. stop by ourlocal hardware store beforeyour next adventure. Fishinglicenses are also available.

Bushnell and Fischer Parks andRichard Bong State Recreation Area are just a few of themany that provide perfect settings for wholesome familyget togethers, picnics, baseball, and more.

Take the time to discover what’s in your own backyard. Visit us at www.burlingtonchamber.org for more summer fun ideas.

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1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Burlington FarmersMarket 3 to 7pm Wehmhoff SquareDowntown Burlingtonwww.burlingtonwifarmersmarket.com

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Wii Gaming 3:30pmBurlington Public Library.

1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Open Mic Night6:30pm, Coffee House on Chestnut& Pine.

3 Annual Free Shredding Day9am-noon, North Shore Bank, 116 S.Pine Street.

3 Kohl’s Wild Theater 10am,Richard Bong State Recreation Area.

4 Eastern Star Ham Dinner10:30am to 1:30pm, BurlingtonMasonic Lodge.

5, 12, 19, 26 Time Out for Play 9:30 to11:30, Burlington Public Library.

6 Book & Block Party 5pm,Burlington Public Library.

6 , 20 City Common CouncilMeeting 6:30 City Hall.

8, 22 Life Writing 10:30am,Burlington Public Library.

8 Afternoon Book Club 1pmBurlington Public Library.

8 Town Hall Board Meeting 6:30pmTown of Burlington Town Hall.

10 Handmade Jewelry for Mother’sDay! 2 pm, $10, Coffee House onChestnut & Pine. Register [email protected]

10 Mischievious Singles 6-8:30pm,RSVP 262-534-6008.

12, 26 Burlington Lions ClubMeeting 6:30 Gabby’s Palace.

13 Burlington Jaycees Meeting 7pmat Waterfront Restaurant.RSVP 262-210-1428.

14 Burlington Business andProfessional Women’s Club 6 pmRSVP 262-763-3001.

15 Salad Buffet Luncheon 11am,Burlington United MethodistChurch.

17 Burlington Poppy Day 8am.17 Garden Club Plant Sale 9am at

Veterans Terrace Parking Lot.17 Hope Run/Walk 6 pm at BHS17 Steppin’ Out Singles 6pm, RSVP

262-763-9597 Pine Street Café.18 Chocolate City Bike Ride 6 am

Register www.signmeup.com/97677Burlington High School.

18 Free Airplane Rides! 10 am-2pm,Burlington Municipal Airport.

18 Lincoln Statue Re-dedicationCeremony 1pm at 100 N. KaneStreet.

18 Kids’ Fisheree 9am-3pm at EchoPark. Sponsored by the BurlingtonConservation Club.

19 Evening Book Club 7pm,Burlington Public Library.

22 Night on the Vine 6pm RSVP 262-249-4788 Grand Geneva Resort& Spa.

23-26 Chocolatefest Memorial DayWeekend www.chocolatefest.com.

24-25 Arts and Crafts Fair 10am to5pm at Echo Park info 262-210-1428.

26 Veteran’s Memorial Day Parade9am, Kane Street to Echo Park withVeteran’s Memorial Service 10:30amat Echo Park.

31 June Jubilee St. Charles Church5 to midnight St. Charles Church.

Please visit www.burlingtonchamber.orgfor more information about

these and other events in theBurlington area.


Join us for the 5K timed run and 2 mile walk benefiting health-related research,education, and support activities for Burlington and surrounding communities!

$30 Registraton Fee: Day of RegistrationAwards will be presented at 8:30 p.m.

Live music, food, and silent auction after the race!Sponsored by: Anderson Chiropractic, Educator’s Credit Union, Packaging Corporation, and Runzheimer International

Register Today at: http://hopewalkburlington.zapevent.com

The Rich History of

Life ChoicesLife Choices assists parents

with pregnancy related issues,through pregnancy tests, counseling, education, assistingfinancially when possible andnecessary, spiritual guidance andreferrals, i.e. housing and legaladvice.

Pastor Arnie Smith/Corner-stone Church started theBurlington Pregnancy HelpCenter in 1983 as a ministry ofthe church. The organizationevolved through the years andbecame Life Choices Inc.

The nationally known programEarn While You Learn (EWYL),greatly increased the numbers ofclients on a regular basis.

Jordan Debbink/Director andJacqueline Koster/Co-Directorare reaching out to clientsthrough social media. Find themon Facebook, Twitter, LinkdInand on the web. Joining theBurlington and Union GroveChamber of Commerce increasedcommunity involvement and visibility.

Over 1500 parents have beenserved through mentoring and classes for 30+ years. ThroughGod's people and communitybusinesses, alternatives areoffered for women in crisis pregnancies and for their unborn.

All services are free: pregnancytesting, parenting classes, education in sexual health, STD,abstinence, risks of abortions,post abortion counseling, referrals for housing and adoptions, and baby boutiques.

To volunteer or donate call 262-763-4871 or email

[email protected]. Open Monday and Tuesday 1-4pm, Saturday 1-4pm at

340 North Pine Street, Burlington.



with Burlington ChamberAmbassadors

Performance Tire & AutoService Celebrating 25 Yearsin BusinessFounded in 1989 by Gary TholeHistory of Business: The building housed

a Firestone Tire Shop that operated fiveservice bays. Owner Gary Thole wanted tohave a one-stop shop for all service needs.Carburetors were becoming obsolete, newtechnology with fuel injection and comput-erization was the future. This required alarge commitment to equipment, training,and certified technicians.Offering customers “Complete Car &

Light Truck Service” proved successful. In1994, AAA of Wisconsin came toPerformance Tire to be their recommenda-tion for AAA Members in the Burlington

Area. In 1997, a building expansion and complete remodel took place. Warehouse space was added and thefacility, inside and out, took on a new appearance. Performance Tire & Auto Service prides itself on providingthe customer a convenient, pleasant and stress-free experience. As an ASE Blue Seal of Excellence Servicefacility, training and certification is extremely important. All technicians are ASE Certified, 2 holding Masterand L1 credentials. The Sales Professionals are Bridgestone trained with knowledge and experience to assistcustomers in Tire selection and services.In January 2011, long time employee Chris Voss became Co-Owner and continues to invest in the

latest computerized equipment, training, and the Community.Performance Tire & Auto Service would like to congratulate the following four employees who have been

with Performance for 25 years: Robbie Schultz, Scotty Whitcomb, Gary Thole and Chris Voss.Please visit Performance for your next car repair needs and let us welcome you to Burlington! See our website for coupons and more at

www.performancetireandauto.com262-763-76061051 Milwaukee Ave.

Wisconsin PainManagement &Tranquility Med Spa founded by David and Anthony Conrardy

They have been in business forover a year offering both painand cosmetic services to the gen-eral public along with accidentand workers’ compensationclaims. The Pain Managementclinic and the Med Spa performpain management and injectionsfor back, knee, shoulder and legpain. Cosmetic treatmentsinclude facials, laser treatments,massages and skin care.Independent of the hospitals, theexperienced medical team willhelp its patients return to ahealthy and active life style. 1050 Milwaukee Ave. [email protected]

Schuerman & Associates LLCCelebrating 20 Years in BusinessSchuerman & Associates LLC - Ambassadors helpcelebrate Kevin Schuerman’s 20th anniversary year

in business. With Ambassadors, left to right are Sam Mantych, Janey Reed, Donna Stengrevics

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Scherrer Construction Celebrating 85 Years in BusinessScherrer Construction Company, Inc. recently celebrated 85years of solid construction services to our clients. They are a family-owned, high reputation, high energy general contractor/construction manager existing solely to providecustom construction/building solutions to clients inWisconsin and Northern Illinois, since 1928. Scherrer provides each client with superior craftsmanship and develop individualized custom construction solutions in awide range of markets including corporate, education, munic-ipal, healthcare, industrial, worship, and also offer a uniqueniche in signature luxury homes. Scherrer Construction isfluid in delivery of new buildings (including pre-engineered),expansions, renovations, and facility services.

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Remember When . . .Submitted by Burlington Historical Society Museum, located at 232 N. Perkins Blvd.,Open Sunday afternoons 1 to 4 p.m.262-767-2884www.burlingtonhistory.org

On Saturday, March 4, 1865 – about five weeks before the Civil War was effectively ended when General Robert E. Lee surrendered his troops to GeneralUlysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House and six weeks before Abraham Lincolnwould become the first American president to be assassinated – Lincoln stood on theEast Portico of the U. S. Capitol in Washington, D. C., to take the presidential oathfor his second term. That was the occasion in Lincoln’s life that George Etienne Ganiere chose to

depict in the statue of Lincoln that he created for Burlington. The statue was a gift to the City from Burlington native Dr. Francis W. Meinhardt, a dentist whose admiration of Lincoln had begun in boyhood and continued throughout his life. Dr. Meinhardt, who was putting his affairs in order because of failing health, provided for the statue as a lasting memorial to his icon. Before he could completehis plans, however, Dr. Meinhardt passed away in December 1912 at age 53.On behalf of Dr. Meinhardt, his brother and sisters began to put his wish for a

statue of Lincoln into effect. His sister, Alma, was acquainted with Wisconsin-bornauthor Hamlin Garland and his wife. Mrs. Garland was a sister of noted Chicagosculptor Lorado Taft, who was considered a master in that art. The Meinhardt familyapproached Taft in the winter of 1912-13 to see if he could be engaged to do thesculpture.At that time, Taft had not yet tackled Lincoln as a subject and he recommended his

assistant, George Ganiere. Ganiere had already researched Lincoln in depth and was eventhen in the final stages of creating a Lincoln statue for Webster City, Iowa. So Ganiere wasgiven the commission for the Burlington Lincoln, with the stipulation that it be an originaland that no copies of it ever be issued.Ganiere completed the assignment in nine months, first making sketches of the image

of Lincoln he saw in his mind’s eye. He then fashioned a miniature three-dimensionalplaster model about 30 inches high, which was followed by a 4 foot model and then athird model a little over 8 feet high. The latter was used to make the mold for pouring the molten bronze. The casting, with plate up to 5 inches thick, was done in the FlorentineBrotherhood Foundry in Chicago.The location of the statue on the triangle at the intersection of State and Kane streets is

a story in itself. The building now housing the offices of the Burlington Area SchoolDistrict was opened as Burlington Union School in 1859, the year in which AbrahamLincoln was first nominated for President. It served the community until 1896, when anew school, eventually named Cooper School, was opened on Conkey Street and classeswere moved there. The school board tried to sell the 1859 building, but there were no takers.As the Burlington area’s population increased, the Conkey Street school became more

and more crowded and, in 1910, it was decided to move some classes back into the 1859school building. The building, with new entrances on both the west and east sides and theexterior stuccoed, was re-opened in the fall of 1911 as Lincoln School. A grand re-openingprogram was held on Lincoln’s birthday in February 1912. A note in the Free Press at that

time said that some people had suggested that a statue of Abraham Lincoln should beerected nearby.This sentiment fit into Dr. Meinhardt’s thinking that it was of utmost importance that

the children, as much as the citizens, would feel that this statue was for them. He statedthat he wanted the statue to cast its shadow upon the youth of our city to remind them ofLincoln’s lofty qualities and his spirit of humanity.Ganiere’s completed statue was delivered to Burlington early in October 1913. Its heavy

Vermont granite pedestal arrived at about the same time. Burlington monument dealerRobert H. Fitch set and prepared the nearly 8 foot pedestal, which tapers from 4 feet at thebottom to slightly less than 3 feet at the top. On the front of the pedestal is a brass panelwith words from the last paragraph of Lincoln’s second inaugural address – “With malicetoward none, with charity for all . . .” While those words are the best-remembered fromthat speech, Lincoln went on “. . .with firmness in the right as God gives us to see theright, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation’s wounds, to carefor him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all whichmay achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.”Two other inscriptions are on the pedestal – on the back a simple acknowledgement of

its donor reads: Gift of Francis Meinhardt; and just below Lincoln’s left foot is foundsculptor George E. Ganiere’s name.The statue was dedicated and unveiled on October 13, 1913, in the presence of school

children, war veterans, and a host of other citizens, numbering in all about 2,000. A 100thanniversary celebration, the details of which are found to the left in this issue, will be heldat the statue on May 18.


Pioneer cabin to re-open in Mid-MayVolunteer Docents Needed

Pioneer Log Cabin in Wehmhoff Square is sched-uled to re-open to visitors in Mid-May. Providedthat volunteer help is available, we plan to openthe Cabin on Thursday evenings duringBurlington’s Farmers Market, during theSociety’s Ice Cream Social at the end of July, andon Saturday afternoons.

If you are interested in becoming a docent, you can contact the HistoricalSociety at [email protected].

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By Tom LebakTourism can be an interesting animal.

For one community, it can be the enginethat drives their economic bus as well asthe funnel through which considerablefinancial investment and human effort ispoured. For other places, tourism can resultalmost without effort because of an advan-tageous geographical setting, a naturalbeauty or a unique history. Of course, somelocales find that tourism is not on theirradar screen at all. Successful communities,where success is defined as being economi-cally strong and a desirable place to live,must find that sometimes competing bal-ance.

Burlington, I believe, has positioneditself well in recent years to embrace tourism by working hard to nurture anddevelop it while not losing the essence of what our community is and has been.Leadership organizations such as the City and the Chamber of Commerce havelong realized that we are not a Lake Geneva or a Wisconsin Dells nor should wetry to be. However, the tourism pie is a big one and Burlington certainly has thekind of events and attractions to slice off a big piece.

It is no accident that the Chamber’s monthly publication is called “Discoverthe Treasures.” Even those of us who live here may not know all that is going onin town but there is no doubt that efforts like this one and the recent segment onDiscover Wisconsin featuring cycling in the area are intended to get the word outabout Burlington as a fun destination point for people looking to travel. And visi-tors need to eat, drink, lodge and perhaps pick up an item or two while they arehere. Tourism dollars are, in essence, new money introduced into the community.That money helps to keep local businesses viable and adds vibrancy to areas likethe downtown.

But promoting tourism does more than bring money into the area; it culti-vates an enhanced community self-image while projecting a positive reputationabout Burlington. The Chocolate Festival, the arts and crafts events in the sum-mer and concerts in Echo Park to name just a few have gotten the attention ofpeople from all over the State and northern Illinois. This happens in part becauseof the information net that the Chamber casts throughout the Midwest but it alsohappens because people in Burlington work hard to put our best foot forward.Once here, people discover everything from restaurants, bars and great new cof-fee shops to community theater and cinema and all at a much less hectic pacethan many “tourist towns.”

Burlington has found its niche in the world of tourism. Continuing this effortwill always be a challenge living next door to one of the premier tourist spots inthe State but we have shown that it can be done. And we all can join in the effortby continuing to be welcoming and helpful hosts.

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SPINACH CALZONESFor the Dough:1 (16 oz.) box hot roll mix1¼ cups of water2 tablespoons olive oil

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Since 1941, children and teens havebeen spending their summers at YMCA Camp MacLean tolearn new skills, build lasting friendships, and to have thesummer of their lives in a safe and caring environment. Weare committed to providing campers with a safe camp experience, increasing self-esteem, teaching life skillsthrough activities, and ensuring every camper has a fun-filled summer! Safety is our priority in all activities andour staff goes through an intensive training and must pass athorough screening process. Nothing impacts kids and teensquite like the summer camp experience!

Campers spend their day, 9:00am – 4:00pm, withcampers of their age group, allowing them to play andmake friends with their peers. Activities are offered basedon ages, abilities, and interests which include: archery, swimming, climbing, skywaywalking, hiking, crafts, playing games & sports, drama, singing, teambuilding, ga-ga, boating and much more.

Campfire cooking and nature classes are also included to round out this traditional camp experience. Teen campers may also experience sailing, kayaking,and zip-lining. Theme weeks, overnight stays and horseback riding are availablethroughout the summer.

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Chamber President Barb BakshisOriginally from Waukegan, Barb has been working in Burlington for over

10 years. Personal interests are history, gardening, farming and hunting. She and her

husband own a ‘hobby’ farm south of Burlington. Barb thoroughly enjoys doingjust about anything outdoors.

In addition to serving as a trustee at St Charles Church, a member of theBusiness Lending Partners, the SBA, lending arm of RCEDC, she was recentlyinvited to serve on Rep. Paul Ryan’s Small Business Advisory Council.

She has been in banking most of her career, primarily in sales, managementand lending positions. As EVP of FRSB she helps business customers prosper.Her work is very rewarding as it provides a bridge to help the customer, the bank and, perhaps most important, the economic health of the Burlington area.

As Chamber President, her focus will be on the commercial and industrialsectors of our community in part by soliciting their active participation inChamber leadership. Their needs are different from retailers for example andwithout their perspective, the Chamber cannot hope to fully support all theunique segments of our membership. Additionally, by the end of her 1 yr. term,it is her desire that each Chamber member be reached by a Board or Ambassadormember seeking feedback of all sorts – again, so we can build an even betterChamber going forward.



Do you remember what it felt like to get on your bike when you were 8years old in Burlington, Wisconsin and ride to the baseball diamond for yourafternoon game or to Dairy Queen for a treat on a hot summer evening? Doyou remember collecting stickers from local businesses to put all over yourbanana-seat bike? That feeling of freedom, fun, and independence is a fondchildhood memory in Burlington.

Bikeburlingtonwi is an organization that wants to increase the number ofpeople getting on their bikes for recreation and transportation. We organizeand advocate to make Burlington a better, safer place for bicycle riding.

We believe that riding a bicycle can improve the quality of life of individuals and thecommunity they live in. There are health, economic, and environmental benefits of jumping on two wheels. Riding a bike is healthy. It is a simple, aerobic exercise that releasesstress and can help lose excesspounds. It’s good for your heartand your head! Riding a bike iseconomically friendly. Riding a

bicycle only uses people power. With the price of gas these days, you can savea few nickels by using a bike for short errands or to ride to work. Also, fewercars on the road means less wear and tear on our streets, and this reduces thetaxes used to repair our roads. Finally, bicycles are eco-friendly. Riding a bikeis emissions-free. Bikes decrease the amount of exhaust fumes a gas-poweredvehicle emits. Fewer emissions make a healthier environment.

Another economic benefit of the humble bicycle is that it can help growthe local economy. Cycling can bring income into the Burlington communitythrough “bike tourism.” Many people don’t realize that Burlington is locatedin one of the best geographic locations in the United States for recreationalcycling. We have miles of beautiful, relatively flat roads that draw peoplefrom all over the country. Bikeburlingtonwi would like to work with areabusinesses to make Burlington a destination vacation for cyclists. We hope toorganize events that will be fun for the local community as well as cyclistsfrom far and wide.

The first event bikeburlingtonwi has planned for 2014 is Bike-For-LifeDay on May 18th in Wehmhoff Square Park (next to the Burlington PublicLibrary). Join us from 12-4 pm for a bicycle parade, raffles, giveaways, music,food, and education. We will have information about safe cycling, maps andguidance for local ride opportunities, ways to integrate cycling into your dailyroutine, mini-classes on yoga for cyclists, and demonstrations of basic bikerepair and maintenance. This event will follow the Chocolate City Ride 2014sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. We invite Chocolate City riders and all bikeenthusiasts in the Burlington area to join us.

Future events include• Good Neighbor ride from Burlington to Waterford• Sweet History Ride visiting historic Burlington homes and businesses• Weekly trail and road rides in the areaRiding a bike is an experience many of us share from growing up in the

Burlington area. We may have drifted from the habit of getting on a bike, fromexperiencing the utility, practicality, simplicity, and fun of riding a bike, but itis an easy habit to fall back into. If you believe that riding a bicycle makesour community a better place, please join our group. Bikeburlingtonwi is runby volunteers. We welcome all bike-believers.

Please visit our website, www.bikeburlingtonwi.org and “Like us onFacebook” for updates about all our events and celebrations

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Since 1921 the remembrance Poppy of the AmericanLegion Auxiliary has been a symbol of respect for allAmerica’s veterans for serving to protect our country’s free-dom, risking their lives or making the ultimate sacrifice.

All poppy donation benefit needy veterans, active military as well as their families. The American Legion Auxiliary provides funds to theVeteran’s Home in Union Grove, Women’s homeless shelters, VA Hospitals at Milwaukeeand King, WI, Camp American Legion at Lake Tomahawk, along with healing programssuch as the National Veteran’s Creative Arts Festival.

American Legion Ross-Wilcox Post 79 – Jim McKusker 262-767-0910American Legion Auxiliary Unit #79 – Reta Bohnsack 262-763-6483

The Burlington Area Garden Club announces its annualsale of hardy perennial flowering plants, grasses, shrubs and bulbs to be held onSaturday, May 17, 2014 at the Veteran's Terrace Parking Lot locatedat 589 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington (Hwy. 36 at Echo Park). Thesale will be held from 9 AM to 12 Noon, rain or shine. This popularevent will feature plants from garden club member gardens. Newfor this year will be a raffle of a live container planting createdfor the sale by a group of garden club members. "Cups of Love"decorative coffee cups and mugs pre-planted with flowering annuals will again be offered for sale. All proceeds of this saleare used for garden related scholarships offered to universityand/or technical college level students in the local area, as well asfunding for the club's garden grants program. For additional infor-mation, visit www.burlingtonareagardenclub.com or call 262-763-6852.



It is our pleasure to present the May 2014edition of Business by the Block. Our focus this month is on the 100 block of East Chestnut St. We appreciate the

support of our local Burlington businessesand hope that you will take advantage ofthis unique opportunity to read about andvisit each business to learn more about the

products and services they offer.

gia bella Flowers & GiftsToni Piccolo CFDDowntown Burlington Loop262-763-4522www.giabellaflowers.comA full service florist. With 30 plus yearsexperience, they continue to focus theirefforts in customer service, creativeideas and community support.

Burlington Health FoodsMadelyn McKenna & Susan Civik165 E. Chestnut St.262-763-7709www.burlingtonhealthfoods.netServing their customers since January1993 in the same location.They offer retail and natural products.

Chic & Unique Consignment BoutiqueScott & Kristen Parks173 E. Chestnut262-767-9006Established in 2010, you’ll find gentlyworn, designer labeled clothing, for-mal wear, handbags, shoes, accessories.Sizes XS to 4X, stop in 7 days a week.www.facebook.com/chicburlington

Shy Violet Antiques &CollectiblesSusan Girolamo129 E. Chestnut St.262-767-93903 floors of antiques, vintage items & collectibles; they are a multi dealermall.

Headquarters SalonTricia Muzzy161 E. Chestnut St.262-763-3010In Burlington since 1980, they offermen’s and women’s cuts, colors, permsand waxing.

Burlington Area Chamber ofCommerce And ChocolateExperience Museum113 East Chestnut Street Suite B262-763-6044 www.burlingtonchamber.orgThe museum along with the VisitorCenter, Chamber offices are an activehub in downtown Burlington market-ing and promoting our businesses andattractions.

Available for rent149 E. Chestnut StreetStop by or call MPC PropertyManagement www.mpcpm.com or 262-661-4284 for details

Burlington MenswearShelly Leverenz113 E. Chestnut St.262-767-9726www.burlingtonmenswearwi.comBoth formal and casual menswear,onsite alterations and dry cleaningservices. “Where Image is Everything”,weddings, proms, corporate and out-door apparel. X-small boys to 6x Tall.Racine, Walworth and KenoshaCounties

MPC Property ManagementBernard and Michelle Petersen109 E. Chestnut St.262-661-4284www.mpcpm.comPetersens began investing in real estate 13 years ago. Residential and commer-cial property management, manage-ment of condo associations throughoutSoutheastern Wisconsin.

EXPERTS IN SHOE FITTING A TRADITION SINCE 1923444 N. Pine St., Burlington, Wis. (262) 763-3050 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.www.burlingtonfootwear.com Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.Located in Historic Downtown Burlington

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DelightsVicki Noel133 E. Chestnut St.262-763-9448Delectable chocolates, colorful retrocandies, gummi’s, sours, charminggifts, extraordinary cards, steep & brewcoffee, made to order candy boxes andgift baskets.

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Ask the Bug ExpertCharlie RoyOwner Pest Control Solutions Now.com25 Years in the pest control industryLocated in Burlington, WI.

Insects ~ everyone has them ~ no one wants themHere I will help you learn what you can do on taking care of those Insects orRodents that may be bothering you.

This Month’s Insect: Carpenter Ant (Oftencalled Big Black Ants) Size from ¼ inch to ¾ inch.

Where they live: They are usually found in moist,damp areas. Homes built in wooded or lowshady areas places are susceptible to CarpenterAnt infestations. They also live in wood mulch.

What they like: They feed on fruits, juices, syrups, jellies, meat, grease, and fat.

Cause of Concern: Carpenter ants don’t eat the wood, the ants burrow throughthe wood weakening the structure.

How to control them: Treat around the perimeter with either a long lasting insec-ticide or granular treatment labeled for Carpenter Ants. When treating inside, usea gel bait labeled for Carpenter Ants treating around doors, windows, andaround pipes looking for moist wood which they are attracted to. When using astore bought insecticide, be sure to read the label and apply correctly. Any devia-tion of using the product correctly could put your family or pets in danger.

In the months ahead I will be highlighting a bug of the month in Ask the BugExpert. If in between publications you need help with an insect or rodent problem call me at 262-633-2687, email me at [email protected] or post onmy Face Book page Pest Control Solutions NOW.

Next month’s pest - ASIAN BEETLES

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100th ANNIVERSARY OF BURLINGTON’S LINCOLN STATUE TO BE CELEBRATED SUNDAY, MAY 18The Burlington Historical Society, in conjunction with the City of Burlington, will

host a program on Sunday, May 18, at 1:00 p.m. celebrating the 100th anniversary ofBurlington’s Lincoln Statue. The statue, sculpted by George Etienne Ganiere, wasdonated to the City by Burlington native, Dr. Francis W. Meinhardt. It was unveiled inan impressive ceremony in October 1913.Steven K. Rogstad, a nationally known Lincoln scholar, will be the main speaker.

Mr. Rogstad is a Racine native who, since age 6, has studied the life of AbrahamLincoln. He has taught seminars and courses on Lincoln at UW-Parkside, at CarrollCollege, and at the Civil War Museum in Kenosha.He has served as secretary and editor for the Lincoln Fellowship of Wisconsin and

as review editor for the Lincoln Herald, a journal published by Lincoln MemorialUniversity in Tennessee. He has also authored numerous reviews, articles, and otherpieces related to his Lincoln research.In April 2008 Mr. Rogstad was appointed to the Wisconsin Lincoln Bicentennial

Commission. He serves as the Commission’s Secretary and is a member of itsMemorials and Markers Committee.He has written about the Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln Monument in Racine’s

East Park, and in 1993 delivered the re-dedication address for that monument. To helpcelebrate Racine’s sesquicentennial in 1998, Mr. Rogstad established the LincolnMonument Restoration Project, which restored Racine’s statue of Abraham Lincoln atState and Hamilton streets.The program is scheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Statue at State and

Kane Streets. Some seating will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bringtheir lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available following the program.

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