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Keep watching those bids!You will love the creativity of this year’s artists!In partnership with Burlington High School

and Catholic Central students, they have created these beautiful works of art suitable for your garden, child’s room, entry way – well, just about anywhere in your house.

The proceeds from this auction are used for an annual scholarship and community marketing and tourism projects.

The benches and chairs are featured at area banks, businesses and grocery stores throughout the community, allowing everyone a chance to bid on the bench of your choice. Please call 262-763-6044 or visit www.burlingtonchamber.org for more information. Auction ends May 31st.

Chamber Garden Chair & Bench Auction

Meghan Graef • Bright DesignsRichter’s Marketplace

Sydney Filer-Night Mountain/QuoteFox River State Bank Amanda Hintz/Griselda Rebollar

Monsters lnc.LandmarkCredit Union

Brooke Bleser & Olivia .Antfinger “UP”

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Lauren Reesman • Childs ChairEducators Credit Union

Ellie Nevin & Miriam Ward • Sunflower People’s Bank

Whitney Vieau • Aboriginal SnakeCommunity State Bank

Sabrina Boedecker • VolcanoHampton Inn

Shiyue Xie • Mountain ReflectionsNorth Shore Bank

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Jena ZabelMrs Sheldon Waterlilies

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Danielle Letkewicz • Cartoon FishAssociated Bank

Shannon Wiswell • Old BooksBurlington Public Library

Patricia Loppnow • ChevronTown Bank

Sage Smith/Joe Radtke/ Andy Beckner • Sea Turtles Hatching

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We are so excited to be celebrating our 30th ChocolateFest this year! “Vote for Chocolate” and everyone WINS! ChocolateFest is held every year on Memorial Day Weekend. This year’s festival will kick off on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 4:00pm and run through Monday, May 30, 2016 at 7:00pm.

I never met a choc-olate I didn’t like. But, whichever candidate you lean more toward the dark, milk or white, I think we can all agree that there isn’t anything much more American… Baseball, apple pie and…CHOCOLATE! What would YOU vote for? Chocolate for dinner? Eat dessert first? Chocolate chip cookies and chocolate milk for every meal? Chocolate for everyone!!

From its grass roots beginnings 30 years ago, some things have not changed. ChocolateFest is still run entirely by volunteers (750+ including the executive board all the way through the ranks) to serve as a conduit for civic groups, charities and non-profit groups to join forces and generate revenue that will benefit their particular purpose or cause. We are proud of what ChocolateFest represents … a community of “givers” supporting area causes.

The official ballot is filled with lots of fun entertain-ment. There is something for everyone in the family! Battle of the Bands will be returning; Thursday night 6-9:30pm for high school with the winner performing on stage at 9:45pm Friday following the adult compe-tition starting at 6:00pm Friday. The favorites return as we will be seeing Granpa Cratchet again, the ever pop-ular petting zoo, a wide variety of bands on all stages, Friday night fireworks, and crowd favorite - illusionist and hypnotist Chris Jones, All American Lumberjack show, Miss Burlington Area Chocolatefest Pageant, NASCAR exhibit, helicopter rides and the Memorial Day Parade followed by the Veteran’s Day service in Echo Park.

New this year will be the High School Culinary Challenge presented by ProStart or experience being a scuba diver with “Big Wave” from Aquatic Adventure, Inc. For those who don’t want to miss the big 100th Running, we will also be airing the INDY 500 race in the Main Stage tent on Sunday.

Everyone’s favorite place is the Chocolate Experience Tent. Here, you can find your favorite chocolate treats, including a complimentary, warm,

Nestle Tollhouse cookie! For $8.00 you can purchase a Taster ticket which allows you 12 tasty samples from a variety of vendors. While enjoying your treats, you can watch chef demonstrations, Project Yum-Way, or if you wish, participate in a variety of chocolate-y games, or chocolate eating contests.

If you are looking for a different platform than chocolate, we have that too! Food vendors from all around the country will be serving their specialties; classic barbecue, Greek, Italian, Mexican and a

variety of sweet treats and beverages as well. Tickets are available online at www.chocolatefest.

com Daily gate tickets are $8 Adult, $3 child 5-12, Monday is “Pack the Pantry for Love, Inc.”. $5 or 5 non-perishable food items. (regular gate tickets will also be accepted). Once again, Burlington Rotary presents North American Midway Entertainment. Carnival Ride Bands are now GOOD FOR ALL DAY ($25 advance $30 on the grounds).

For some fabulous food, entertainment and chocolate, come visit us Memorial Day Weekend, Bul-rlington, Wisconsin ~ Chocolate City, USA. Where CHOCOLATE, wins the day!!

30th Annual ChocolateFest • Vote for Chocolate and Win!

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By Jan Ludtke, Executive DirectorBurlington Area Chamber of Commerce

ChocolateFest and so much more…If you’re like a lot of people – like thousands of people – you love the Burlington area. You might consider us presumptuous drawing this conclusion so quickly, and we would agree with you . . . except for the fact that we’re right. You love the Burlington people, the Burlington bike trails, the Burlington parks, Burlington shops, Burlington events (like CHOCOLATEFEST) and Burlington activities . . . everything about this place (you wouldn’t be here if you didn’t). We do too. And, lucky for you, we also love sharing more about Burlington in this magazine. Locals and visitors alike value our information.

Our local writers tell you what’s new. We show you a glimpse of Burlington’s rich history. Burlington area activities, everything from festivals to walking tours to music in the park and other focal points. Businesses, new and old to Burlington are featured in our articles.

We cover the events happening soon – and, boy, are there a lot of them to cover! Check out our special section. This issue will help you plan your own events and do it right!

Find more at www.burlingtonchamber.org.

We’re proud to present the May 2016 issue of Burlington – Discover the Treasures, a monthly advertising issue published by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. All editorial content is provided by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. This publication is made possible through the generous support of Chamber members and paid advertisers. Please support them generously in return.

For editorial content, please call theBurlington Area Chamber of Commerce,Erin Herter(262) 763-6044 or [email protected]

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In this issue...

May 2016Events Calendar 4

Senior Center Activities 4

Special Event Section 6-8

Business by the Block 9

Remember When 10

Best Lawn Ever 11

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4 Live music performances. 6pm. Wednesday Evenings-Half price bottle of wine with dinner. www.bjwentkers.com. BJ Wentker’s 230 Milwaukee Ave. 5 Community Prayer Breakfast. 7:30am. RSVP Joyce 262-806-7390 or [email protected]. Veterans Terrace 589 Milwaukee Ave.5 Farmers’ Market - Burlington - Wehmhoff Square. 3-7pm. Thursdays. www.burlingtonwifarmersmarket.com. Wehmhoff Square Park 166 E. Jefferson St.5 Open Mic Night. 6:30pm Thursday evenings 262-661-4394. www.burlingtoncoffeehouse.com.Coffee House on Chestnut & Pine 492 N. Pine St.6 First Fridays - Chamber 101. 8am. RSVP- 763-6044. Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce 113 E Chestnut St.7 Preparing for Labor and Birth: Accelerated. 9am. www.ahc.aurorahealthcare.org for classes. Aurora Medical Center 10400 75th St. Kenosha, WI 5314210 Mommy Meetup. 9:30am. 2nd Tuesday. Core Chiropractic & Wellness Center 1448 South Teut Rd. 11 Powerful Tools for Caregivers. 2pm. Susanne Malestic 262-767-8313. Aurora Wellness Center 300 McCanna Parkway12 Multi-Chamber Networking Event. 8-noon. RSVP Burlington Chamber 262-763-6044 or [email protected]. Lake Lawn Resort 2400 E. Geneva St. Delavan, WI 5311512 Town Hall Board Meeting. 6:30pm. 262-763-3070 or visit www.tn.burlington.wi.gov. Town Hall Auditorium 32288 Bushnell Rd.12 Alzheimer’s Racine County Caregiver Support Group.6:30pm. Rosemary- 262-514-2935. Community United Methodist Church 455 S. Jefferson St. Waterford, WI 5318513 The Haylofters Present the “Pump Boys”. 7:30pm. Performance Dates: May 13-15, 20-22 & 27-29 262-763 9873. www.thehaylofters.com. The Malt House Theater 109 N Main St. 14 Plant Sale! - Burlington Area Garden Club. 8:30am. www.burlingtonareagardenclub.com. Veteran’s Terrace Parking lot. Hwy 36 at Echo Park14 Outdoor Zombie Survival Camp. 2pm. 262- 878-5601. www.bongnaturalistassociation.org. Richard Bong State Recreation Area 26313 Burlington Rd.14 Mischievous Singles-55 & Over. 6pm. Second Saturday Jan. 262-534-6008. Marty’s Restaurant 201 W. Main St. Waterford, WI14 Kenosha Chamber Choir - Spring Performance ~Benefit for Just Live. 7pm. Tom Reilly at 262-843-3823 or email [email protected]. St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 701 N. Lake Ave. Twin Lakes, WI 5318115 Chocolate City Bike Ride. 6am. Bob at Bob’s Pedal Pusher, 262-763-7794 - www.signmeup.com/112364. Burlington High School. 400 McCanna Parkway15 St. Clare Street Fair. 8am. St. Clare Church 7616 Fritz St. Wind Lake, WI 5318516 Stroke Support Group. 1pm. Pat Positano at 262-741-2402 Auro-ra Lakeland Medical Center 3985 County Hwy. NN Elkhorn, WI 5312117 City Common Council Meeting. 6:30pm. 262-342-1161. www.burlington-wi.gov. City Hall 300 N. Pine St.19StrategiesforManagingAttentionDeficitHyperactivityDisorder (ADHD). 6pm. Aurora Wellness Center 300 McCanna Parkway

May Events in Burlington Senior Center Activities201 N. Main St. • 262-767-9880ARTS & CRAFTS: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 amBINGO: 2nd or 3rd Thursdays 10 am BRIDGE: Monday and Friday- 9 amBUNCO: 2nd Friday- 1 pm.CARDS: Sheepshead/Schafkopf Monday, Wednesday & Friday- 9 amCARDS: Chocolate City Card Club Tuesday- 12:30 Pinochle Euchre, Sheepshead/Schafkopf 12:30 pm, Hand & Foot 12:30 pm. DOMINOES: 2nd & 4th Wednesday 9:30-11:30 am OUR HARMONY CLUB: 1st & 3rd Wednesday 9 am-3 pm JAM SESSION: 3rd Wednesday 1 pm LIBRARY: Open Daily50+SOFTBALL: Wednesday 6 – 8 pm. Kathy Baumeister 262-763-3441NIFTY FIFTY BOWLING: Towne & Country Lanes every Friday 1 pmTRIPS: Call Pat 262-767-9880 for current trip informationJoin us for Dinner and a Show, May 13th starting with “Southern” Fried Chicken and all the fixins and then wander over to the Malt House Theater for a wonderful performance of “Pump Boys and Dinettes”. The cost is $23. For more information, call Pat 262-767-9880.

20 20th Annual Antique & Garden Sale-2 Days. 9am. www.northwindperennialfarm.com. 262-248-8229. Northwind Perennial Farm 7047 Hospital Rd.21 POPPY DAY. All Day. Retail Locations throughout Burlington21 Steppin’ Out Singles- 55 or wiser. 6pm. Mary- 262-763-9697. Pine Street Café 141 N. Pine St.24 Osteoporosis ? Straighten up you fact on bone health 10:30am. www.ahc.aurorahealthcare.orgAurora Wellness Center 300 Mc Canna Parkway27-30. ChocolateFest. For information on ChocolateFest, go to www.chocolatefest.com. ChocolateFest Grounds Maryland Ave.27 Fireworks . 9:30pm. ChocolateFest Grounds Maryland Ave.28-29. Burlington Jaycees Arts & Crafts Fair. 10-4pm. www.burlingtonjaycees.org. Echo Park 28 Music on the Patio. 8pm. “Music on the Patio” starts Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Waterfront Restaurant on Brown’s Lake 31100 Weiler Rd.30 Veteran’s Memorial Day Parade. 8:30am. Starts on Kane St. and ends at Echo Park for the Veteran’s ceremonial tribute at approximately 10 am.

Visit www.burlingtonchamber.org for a listing of current events.

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Business After HoursBurlington’s CATHE Center is pleased to welcome Burlington Chamber of Commerce members for a

Thursday, May 19th, 5-7pm 125 E State Street, Burlington

Appetizers and refreshments will be served.RSVP to the Chamber at 262-763-6044 or [email protected]

We look forward to meeting you!

CelebratePoppy DaySaturday, May 21st

For over 70 years, the American Legion Auxiliary has sponsored Poppy Day to remind America that millions have sacrificed their lives and health to keep our nation strong and free.

The poppy which grew wild on the battlefields of Flanders became, in the minds of the doughboys of World War 1, a symbol of the sacrifice which they had endured. It had flourished among the shelled buildings and bomb-scarred landscape. Its brilliant red bloom, so much like the blood which had been shed there, became a sign of hope and renewal for those who lived and walked away. For those who would never leave, those who had sacrificed their lives, it was a perpetual memorial to their bravery.

American veterans brought home that image and planted it with the Auxiliary where it has bloomed every year for the benefit of those who served America. The Memorial Poppy contributions are devoted entirely to rehabilitation and assistance for veterans and their families.

On behalf of America’s Veterans… Thank you for caring!


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For progressive organizations who understand the need to grow while avoid-ing the pitfalls of complacency, planning rooted in accurate and relevant data is the foundation of success. With that in mind, the City of Burlington commis-sioned the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) to do a fact-gathering and analysis of the Burlington retail market in order to better determine the direction the community needs to go in order to maintain and enhance its economic viability. The Chamber then joined the effort with the use of surveys of businesses and consumers. It has been said before that the best way to arrive at a desired destination is via a well laid out path and this path is paved well with data.

I have been a part of economic development and, in particular, downtown revitalization efforts in several places during my career including Burlington in the late 1980s and early 1990s. In every case, the enthusiasm was great and the intentions were well-meaning but the results never quite matched the hopes and dreams of the participants. It is extremely difficult to move beyond the “I wish we had this store” or “we really need this restaurant” because the realities of suitable markets, location or the willingness of those who make new location decisions come into play which can quash those dreams. Add to that the problem of small-er communities not having the resources or, in the case of volunteers, the time to spend on follow-through and anything more than incremental change becomes a very hard nut to crack.

Although most of my involvement in this current effort has been by observation more than participation, this initiative feels different and better than the others.

The amount of data gathered in the form of market facts, visible trends and opinions from active players has been substantial. Attention to information detail helps to reveal essential assessments in retail development such as consumer “leakage” (locals shopping elsewhere) and critical, or at least substantial, gaps in consumer choices. And on the other side of the fence as was quoted a couple of months ago in The Standard Press, Tina Chitwood of RCEDC stated that decisions to locate a business are driven by the available data.

It also is good to see that the discussion regarding putting this strategic plan into action continues to have a downtown focus. Small community downtown devel-opment can have unique barriers and we should be encouraged that the principals involved with this task are tackling them head on. And to their credit, the work group is trying to be as inclusive as they can be by asking for thoughts and opinions from a range of individuals from shop owners to high school students to visitors.

After two lengthy meetings dissecting the analysis and what it could mean for Burlington’s retail development future, the next steps are being discussed by key representatives from the City and RCEDC (with input from the Chamber.) Since we are located between two major metropolitan shopping areas and with competition from the ubiquitous internet marketplace, attracting new retail establishments can seem to be overwhelming. But the City with its partners has prepared a solid plan and with the Chamber recently launching its Tourism Assessment initiative, the future looks bright for Burlington.

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It is our pleasure to present the May 2016 edition of Business by the Block. Our focus this month is on Milwaukee Avenue. We appreciate the support of our local Burlington businesses and hope that you will take advantage of this unique op-portunity to read about and visit each business to learn more about the products and services they offer.

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

This Month’s Insect: Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle.Where they live: They are usually found in attics, wall voids, on sidingand other places where they can enter. What they like: Primary diet is other insects. One of the insects theyfeed on is aphids; a harmful insect that can damage landscapes andplants in gardens.Cause of Concern: They can bite you.How to control them from entering your home or business: Treat around the perimeterwith an insecticide labeled for Asian Beetles. When treating around your home or business, payclose attention around doors, windows, eaves and where siding and foundation meet. Whenusing a store bought insecticide, be sure to read the label and apply correctly. Any deviation ofusing the product could put your family or pets in danger. Time to start treating for them is NOW. Being pro-active then re-active will save you alot of problems in the coming months.In the months ahead I will be highlighting a bug of the month in Ask the Bug Expert. If inbetween publications you need help on a insect or rodent problem, you can call me at 262-633-2687, email me at [email protected] or post on my Face Book page of PestControl Solutions NOW.

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Impromptu Parades

Remember When

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


Over the years, Burlington has had a considerable number of well-orga-nized and pre-planned parades marking or celebrating such events as ChocolateFest, July 4th, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, May Day-U.S.

Way, Burlington’s 1935 Centennial, the 1876 U.S. Centennial, and the 1976 U.S. Bicentennial. There have also been numerous Christmas and Halloween parades, doll buggy and bicycle parades, and high school homecoming parades.

But sometimes the parades don’t happen often enough or at the right time for those who “love a parade.” When that occurs, some will gather their friends and neighbors and put together their own parade. The accompanying photos show three impromptu parades that have occurred in Burlington over the years and that attracted the eye of alert photographers.

Paradin’ around the neighborhood in July 1951, under the watchful eyes of several observers, were members of the younger set of Schemmer Street. Included in the group, shown in the Free Press photo at right, were Dave Ebbers, Harold Welch, Barbara Ebbers, Mary Pat Ebbers, Dickie Schneider, Kay Leemkuil, Jimmy Schneider, Kenny Schneider, Dickie Ebbers, and Norbert Rausch. The parade route proceeded along Schemmer Street to Geneva (now W. State) Street, along Liberty Street (also now W. State Street) to McHenry Street, and back to Schemmer Street, where refresh-ments and a party awaited.

For a time after Burlington’s firemen decid-ed in 1922 that they would not undertake their customary Fourth of July celebration, it looked as though the nation’s birthday would pass unobserved in the City. This did not suit the Burlington businessmen’s club, which stepped in to finance a celebration that included baseball games, a mammoth fireworks display, and a comic circus parade. The parade started near the Soo Line depot on Pine Street, wound through the downtown streets, and ended up at Athletic Park (now Beaumont Field). What the parade lacked in length was more than made up by the originality of the participants. In the photo at right, provided courtesy of the Racine Heritage Museum, some of the “well-dressed” participants pass by the Crystal (later State) Theatre near the Pine Street intersection with Geneva and Short streets (now Milwaukee Avenue). The tracks running along the bricked Geneva Street are those of the Interurban electric line which operated between Burlington and St. Martins from 1909 until 1938.

With large parades already held in the City for Memorial Day and the Alice in Dairyland competition during the previous two months of 1968, Burlington

did not hold a Fourth of July parade that year. Nevertheless, as shown in the photo above by Emmett Raettig, a patriotic group of youngsters in the Perkins Boulevard and Edward Street area observed the Fourth with a parade, complete with clowns, flags, floats, and a band. Even though it rained during the parade, the participants’ spirits were not dampened. The parade, organized by Ron Thate, was the third he had organized in as many years.

Help us preserve our history. Join the Burlington Historical Society and help us tell the story of Burlington. Interested? Contact Dennis Tully at 262-767-2884.

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We’re proud to present the May 2015 issue of Burlington – Discover the Treasures, amonthly advertising issue published by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce.

All editorial content is provided by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. Thispublication is made possible through the generous support of Chamber members and paidadvertisers. Please support them generously in return.

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Discover Life in Burlington

For editorial content, please call theBurlington Area Chamber of Commerce,


For additional advertising information,please call the Burlington Chamber at


We’re proud to present the May 2015 issue of Burlington – Discover the Treasures, amonthly advertising issue published by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce.

All editorial content is provided by the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce. Thispublication is made possible through the generous support of Chamber members and paidadvertisers. Please support them generously in return.

Discover…Garden Chair & Bench

Auction ...............................2Chocolate Extravaganza

Winners ..............................3Life in Burlington.................3Calendar of Events...............4Out and About......................5Grow Your Own Salad ..........5Ask the Bug Expert..............6Burlington...A Great Place ...6What Do You Think?............7Business by the Block..........8Recipe of the Month ............9Remember When...............10Tipster Program.................11Dining ................................12


ONLINE AUCTION &SILENT AUCTION

In Activity Center from 5:00 to 9:00pm

ST. CHARLES JUNE JUBILEE & AUCTIONJUNE 6, 2015

449 Conkey St., Burlington, WIServing Dinner from 5:00 to 7:00pm

Choice of a Pork Sandwich Meal or Tostada Dinner.Carryouts & indoor/outdoor seating available, tickets available at the door.

Adults $10.00 Seniors $9.00 Children (5-14) $7.00 Under 5 FreeBOUNCY HOUSES FOR THE KIDS!

FREE ADMISSION TO LIVE MUSIC BY “DJ Matt Petersen” from 7:00 to 11:00!

CLASS BASKETS & 50/50 Raffle

Drawing at 10:00pm

BEER TENTfrom 5:00pm

’til Close

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The old rule for maintaining your lawn is to ignore it in the spring and abuse it in the fall. Do your aerating, thatching, renovating and starting a new lawn in the fall - that’s when Mother Nature does it. September and October are the best months.

In the spring, over seed and spot seed but stay off of it until it greens up and starts growing. Right now most lawns are an ugly mess with animal damage and winter damage and so forth. Wait until we get a nice warm rain to spot seed and over over-seed. Grass plants put all their energy in to their terminal growth in the spring, so putting on an early ammoniated fertilizer will cause more growth than you want and will assist in wearing out your lawn mower. The fertilizer of choice is Milorganite because it’s goof-proof and won’t burn your lawn. It provides a slow, steady supply of

food for your lawn over several months. Apply 2-4 times/year depending on rain or irrigation. Remember, our goal is to maintain a lawn, not to grow and harvest grass.

Weed control in turf can be managed over the years with proper mowing height. Setting the mower deck to 2 1/2 - 3 1/2” will hold down weed seed germination. We recommend any broad leaf control that is formulated using Carfenthrazone like Fertilome’s Weed Free Zone as a spray. We also have a granular Weed Free Zone with lawn fertilizer. Both work well on hard to kill weeds like Creeping Charlie. Use when your target weeds are actively growing which is around the first of May, but can be used in cooler temperatures of 45 degrees. For superior control of crabgrass and many other annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in established lawns, products that contain Dimension can be applied up to 4 weeks later than any other crab grass preventers.

Now when it comes to deer ticks, fleas, chiggers, and other pests that make your yard not as comfortable as you may wish, we want you to come in to the garden center so we can explain the best product for your situation - both natural and man-ufactured. Stop in with any questions you may have. Have a great growing season!

Walt UebeleOwner of Burlington Garden Centerwww.burlingtongardencenter.com

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