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HBA Newsletter August 2015
Upcoming Events
August
13 HBA Membership Meeting12 noon at the Holmen American Legion with guest speakers Richard Chrz and Deb Brague with the Local Lupus Alliance.
14 Kornfest Weekend
15 HBA Members Guest Bartend at Kornfest5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
September10 HBA Membership Meeting
12 noon at the Holmen American Legion with guest speaker Shade Ridolfo from BeMobile.
28 Holmen After 5 Contact us to host or co-host. Location TBD.
October8 HBA Membership Meeting
12 noon at the Holmen American Legion with guest speaker Representative Steve Doyle.
Holmen Business AssociationP.O. Box 163Holmen, WI 54636P: 608.386.4136HolmenBusiness@gmail.comwww.HolmenBusinessAssociation.org
Upcoming SpeakersPlease join us on Thursday, August 13th at 12 p.m. for the monthly HBA
meeting. Guest speakers, will talk about the
important work that is being done by the to raise awareness,
educate and assist patients and others who have been adversely affected by Lupus
within out community and surrounding areas.
In September, we welcome Shade Ridolfo from BeMobile, and in October,
Representative Steve Doyle will be our guest speaker.
We hope to see you here! Remember, bring a guest for a chance to win a prize!
Celebrating 2015 HBA Members
SEE PAGES 6 – 7 FOR MORE
INFORMATION ON UPCOMING EVENTS
We are excited to welcome our newest member:
Bryan Helgeson - State Farm Insurance
We currently have 90 members! We encourage you to welcome all HBA members
by patronizing their businesses. Learn more about Bryan on Page 4. If you know of
a business that would be interested in joining HBA, please invite them to our next
Membership Meeting on August 13th.
HBA Leadership ChangeTim Kolek recently accepted a position with USBank in La Crosse and is unable to
continue his duties as HBA President. However, as a Holmen resident, he will
continue to be involved in Holmen activities and eagerly supports the Holmen
community.
For the balance of 2015, Rick Wilson will be the HBA President, and then as the new
year begins in 2016, the position will pass to Linda O'Connell, currently Vice
President.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Rick Wilson at 608.780.6294.
Please Note: Last month’s newsletter indicated there would not be an
HBA meeting in August. That information is not correct. There WILL be a
meeting on August 13th. We apologize for any confusion.
Speaker of the Month RecapLast month our guest speaker was Heather Hinkelmann with SERVPRO of La Crosse
County. Heather gave us lots of good information regarding ServPro and theirservices. To find out more, see Page 3.
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Membership InfoHolmen area business
owners and organizations
are invited to join HBA in
promoting the Holmen
community. More
information about the
organization can be found
on our website @www.HolmenBusinessAssociation.org
Renew or join HBA: Email us
today or visit the website to
download the application.
If you are interested in
speaking at our meetings,
contact us at [email protected]
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Business of the Month Congratulations to HBA member Heidi Prestwood of ServPro, who won the
August Business of the Month drawing. To learn more, see page 3.
You could be the Business of the Month − just join us for the monthly meeting on
August 13th!
HAHS invites you to attend their monthly meetings which are held the first
Wednesday of each month, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Holmen Village Hall,
unless otherwise noted.
August 5, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.: “Antique Appraisal Fair.” Back for a third year,
skilled appraiser, Mark Moran, will teach and entertain as he evaluates local
historical treasures. Register up to two items at $15 each at the Holmen Area
Public Library. Last year, once again, we sold out of slots, so register early.
Check out Mark’s website: http://mark-moran.blogspot.com.
September 2, 7:00 p.m.: “What to do with Photographs: a Changing World.”
Ed Hill, former director of the Area Research Center at UW-La Crosse, will address
the problems posed by technology as we attempt to handle and preserve these
important family and historical records going forward.
October 7, 7:00 p.m.: Party Line “Rubberneckers.” Two of our members,
Eugene Faulkenberg and Robert Hoffman, have stories published in this
fascinating look at “days gone by” in Southwest and South Central Wisconsin
(Hometown Memories, 2014). Come and enjoy great first person accounts of rural
school in the 1930s.
November 4, 7:00 p.m.: Veteran’s Day Program: “Hmong Veterans’ Vietnam
Experience.” Facilitated by Vietnam veteran, Bob Wateski, Nao Tou Lor and Zaxa
Vue will talk about their experience fighting for the CIA in Vietnam.
December 2, 6:00: Holiday Potluck – Come and celebrate the passage of another
year with favorite family dishes, good fellowship, and our beloved “House Band,”
the always spirited old time string band, Grand Picnic.
2015 Holmen Area Historical Society Program
HBA at KORNFEST!Saturday, August 15, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. HBA will provide bartending services
during Kornfest. Come out and support your HBA members as they serve the
community and raise funds for HBA. Contact Melissa Schultz to sign up and
volunteer (608.386.4136 or [email protected]).
Please Note: The Chicken Q scheduled for August 14 has been cancelled. The
Kornfest bartending is in place of the previously scheduled Chicken Q.
HBA as a Resource:LOOKING FOR EMPLOYEES?
Post your employment needs
on the HBA website or let us
put it in the newsletter.
Do you have an UPCOMING
EVENT such as a BIRTHDAY or
RETIREMENT party? Rent 8’
TABLES from HBA.
Contact Melissa Schultz at
608-386-4136 or [email protected]
If you have not received the 2015 tag for your membership plaque, please contact us at [email protected]
HBA NewsletterPage 3 of 6
ServPro provides residential and commercial restoration and cleaning services to La Crosse, Adams,Crawford, Vernon, Monroe, and Juneau Counties. They specialize in the cleanup and restoration ofresidential and commercial property. Their services include cleaning after damage from fire, smoke, soot,water, and sewer; general carpet, upholstery and mini blinds cleaning; move outs, and storm response.They offer biohazard (hording, human and animal waste) cleaning and can mitigate mold and mildew fromhomes and businesses. They can even restore family photos, technology, appliances, and family heirlooms.
ServPro’s facility provides state-of-the-art secured storage for the contents of homes and businesses beingrestored. They provide 24-hour emergency service and 24-hour phone support. Their staff is highly trainedin property damage restoration and follow rigorous training. They will create the Ready Profile, a completeemergency plan which will be invaluable during an emergency.
To learn more about ServPro and their services, contact them at 608.786.0387 or visit their website atwww.servprolacrossecounty.com.
Bryan Helgeson was appointed as the new State Farm agent in Holmenon April 1st. State Farm is the nation’s largest carrier of auto, home, andpersonal life insurance. We provide a wide range of insurance productsand financial services with a passion for protecting what is mostimportant to you.
Bryan has been a Holmen resident since 2008 and has over ten years offinancial services experience. He is married with two wonderful children(Ellie-5 and Brayden-4) and is an active member of Holmen Area Rotary.His team consists of an Account Manager, Chelsey, and two AccountRepresentatives/ Interns from UW-La Crosse, Justin and Jordan. We arehere to uphold the high level of service you expect from State Farm andbe available when you need us most.
Meet Bryan Helgeson, State Farm Agent in Holmen
Bryan Helgeson
Agent 106 S Holmen Dr Holmen, WI 54636 Phone 608.526.1866 Fax 608.526.1868 [email protected] www.bryanhelgeson.com
re3markable™ Every Associate | Every Interaction | Every Day
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School age children miss 51,679,100 hours of school each year due to dental problems.23% of kids ages 2-11 have never seen a dentist. Starting kids off early with routine dental care is one of the best ways to prevent dental problems, detect cavities early and set them up for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease.19% of children ages 2-19 have untreated cavities. Pain and problems arising from these cavities can cause behavior and academic problems.Dental injuries account for a significant number of lost school hours every year. 39% of dental injuries occur during sports activities. A custom mouth guard can prevent these dental injuries.
Schedule your check-up today-608-526-4707
Did
You
Know?
BACK-TO-SCHOOL CHECKUPSend your child off to school with a healthy mouth!A dental examination is as important as booster shots and shouldbe a regular part of back-to-school preparations. When it comesto planning a return to school in the fall, parents want to givetheir kids everything they need to have a great school year.Make sure to schedule your child’s dental check-up!
When: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 from 4:00 to 6:00 PMWhere: Cafe D'Vine, 9550 US Hwy 16, Frontage Road, Onalaska, WIWhat: Guest Speaker Dan Zabel, Community Outreach Specialist - Alzheimer's Association of
Greater Wisconsin ChapterWho Attends: Caregivers or others who are involved in caring for a friend or family member as well as
professionals from senior services and other care sectors.RSVP: by Friday, August 14th to [email protected] or www.meetup.com/BrightStar-
Care-of-La-Crosse-Wisdom-Over-Wine-Events/events/223493407/
Caregiver Stress: Take Care of YourselfCurrently there are about 44.4 million people acting as caregivers in the U.S., that isroughly 21% of the adult population. This ever-growing population is often balancingtheir caregiver responsibilities with home and family life as well as a career. Finding timeto take care of yourself and manage stress is a key part of the caregiver dynamic. Danwill speak to this topic from the perspective of caring for a person with dementia, whichadds to the complexities of the caregiver role.
Did
You
Know?
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BEING LINKEDINMelissa Schultz, Alpha Omega Professional Services
608.386.4136 • www.AOPS7R.com • [email protected]
Your Non-Profit & Small Business EXPERTS
Most people have heard of LinkedIn, and you may have created a LinkedIn profile, but is it up to date? Do you
know how to leverage it to its full potential? LinkedIn was launched in 2003 and is currently the third most
popular social network platform. LinkedIn is for professionals with the potential for networking for employers,
colleagues and potential employers. Having your business on LinkedIn can be a great tool for marketing. Here
are just a few tips to get you started.
Add a personal photo to your LinkedIn profile. Because LinkedIn is a professional social network, keep that in
mind when posting a photo and information. Include all your contact information including your phone number,
website address, Twitter, Facebook, etc.
1. Optimize your profile search so you are more likely to be found. Use key terms in various sections of yourprofile. List your volunteer service, education, current and previous positions. Create a custom profile URLthat is identifiable as your own. This will make it easier to find your page and makes returning to your pagequicker for you and potential employers.
2. Consider using your LinkedIn as your resume. One of the most beneficial uses of LinkedIn can be used forjob seeking. Use the Resume Builder Tool to display your profile in a resume format. You can then edit,export to PDF format, and share your resume with potential employers.
3. Because LinkedIn makes endorsing easy, make sure your profile includes skills you want your contacts toendorse. This builds credibility and allows for engagement in your network. You will receive an email whensomeone endorses you. Receiving endorsements is just as important as giving endorsements. Recognizingyour colleagues for the skills you have seen them demonstrate helps contribute to the strength of theirprofile and increases the probability of them being discovered for opportunities.
4. There are a variety of tools to help you connect with others. You can import your contacts from your email– but I would *CAUTION* you on this one. Personally, I had some issues with LinkedIn automatically emailingpeople from my list without me knowing. I was able to connect with some great people, but notnecessarily in the way I would have chosen. You can, however, use the “Keep in Touch” section to keeptrack of your communications and get notification when someone in your network changes jobs, has abirthday, etc. You can even use the mobile app and do it on the go.
If you would like help updating your LinkedIn profile, please feel free to contact Alpha Omega Professional
Services today. We can help you maximize your profile to its fullest potential.
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Movie Night Under the Stars Halfway Creek Band Shell, 208 Pool St., Holmen, WI
Join your neighbors at the Band Shell at Halfway Creek Park for a magical night of family friendly
fun. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your favorite refreshments, and settle in to watch
our feature film. Popcorn and soda will be sold on site.
There is no fee to attend the movies, but canned food items will be collected for donation
to a local food pantry.
Feature Film: Despicable Me*Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Time: Movie begins at dusk (8:30pm)Description: A super-villain schemes to steal the moon from the
sky, but his evil machinations are undermined by three orphaned
girls who see him as a father figure, despite his diabolical
intentions.
Join the Holmen Police Department's first ever National Night Out Against Crime! We have awesome grab bags ready & waiting for all the children who attend! We'll have inflatables for the adults and kids, door prizes (including a $50 gift card to Festival) and food for purchase as well.
Tuesday, August 4 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.Halfway Creek Park
Followed by…
When: Sunday Evenings June 5 -
September 20, 2015
Where: Halfway Creek Band Shell
Time: 5-7 pm
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, pack a
picnic for dinner and join your neighbors at
the Halfway Creek Band Shell for evenings
filled with music for all interests. Events
are FREE and open to the public.
For more information about these and other activities, visit Holmen Park & Rec at www.holmenwi.com/holmenpr
