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DISCOVER THE TREASURES

March 14 - 9-3pm - Burlington High School

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CHOCOLATE EXTRAVAGANZA!Sponsored by:

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MARCH 2020 BURLINGTON... DISCOVER THE TREASURES

Garden Chair &Bench Auction

Watch those bids. Changing it up again this year, garden benches in a new size and chairs too. You’ll love the creativity of this year’s artists!

In partnership with Burlington High School, students in the Burlington Construction Academy build benches suitable for your garden, child’s room, entry way – well, just about anywhere in your house.

Once that building phase was completed, Burlington High School students, under the direction of Carrie McCanna, art students from Catholic Central High School, under the direction of Amanda Hoeppner, Career Industries and other talented community artists created more beautiful works of art for the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce Bench/Chair Auction.

The proceeds from the auction are used for annual scholarships 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, visit www.burlingtonchamber.org , or follow us

on Facebook for more information. Auction ends May 29th .

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5 to try...By Jan Ludtke, Executive Director, Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce

Does your calendar need inspiration?Try these five events happening in Burlington this month.Ever wondered how to tie a fishing fly? Join others at Richard Bong State Recreation Area to solve the mystery! March

7 it’s the place to be.The Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce offers another kind of escape from the early spring weather – the Home

and Garden Show and Chocolate Extravaganza! Planned for Saturday, March 14, the event will be at Burlington High School. Hosting nearly 100 vendor exhibits showcasing products and services - what a great way to spend a Saturday!

The Chocolate Extravaganza, held in conjunction with the Home and Garden Show, gains in popularity each year and draws a diverse crowd from around southeastern Wisconsin. Chocolate recipes are prepared at home and brought in for judging.

Gardening with Jennifer Yaris at the Burlington Public Library March 21 offers you a chance to plan. It won’t be long before you’ll be getting those hands dirty in your own garden!

Sip and Pour – how fun! At Richard Bong State Recreation Area on March 21 you can let your inner artist blossom. They’ll offer a step by step technique for you to create a unique masterpiece of your own.

Keep your calendar open. As our spring weather arrives, dust off your bike and walking shoes. Enjoy the trails, walking paths, Riverwalk and sunshine!

Every season and every day in Burlington brings something new and exciting. Sports, entertainment and colorful city celebrations are on the books. Scroll through our calendar to browse all upcoming events and registration information and

more at www.burlingtonchamber.org/events.

Discover Life in

Burlington

We’re proud to present the March 2020 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, and additional advertising information, please call or email the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce.(262) [email protected]

BURLINGTONDISCOVER THE TREASURES

March 2020Garden Benches 2Chocolate Extravaganza 5Home & Garden Show 6-7Business After Hours 9Burlington Ambassadors 9Remember When 10

Save the date!Annual Home &Garden Show

March 14For more information go to www.burlingtonchamber.org

On Our Cover...Photo by Friends of the Chamber

In this issue...

Sweet Treats for Spring!!Our 3rd Edition

Cookbook “Keep Clam & Eat Chocolate”

This new cookbook is compiled of recipes collected from past Chocolate Extravaganza’s, friends of the Chamber, and fellow chocolate lovers. The chocolate recipes include everything from beverages, breads and muffins, to cakes, pies and cookies.

With approximately 130 chocolate recipes, spiral bound glossy cover, easy to use dividers, cooking tips, a history of Burlington and much more, this cookbook guarantees to be an instant classic!

Our 1st edition Cookbook “Chocolate...It isn’t just for Breakfast Anymore!” and 2nd

edition Cookbook “Burlington’s Chocolaty Treasures” are available at the Chamber-

$10 each or 2 for $18. Great gift ideas for everyone on your shopping list!!

Stop into the Burlington Chamber of Commerce at 113 E. Chestnut St. or order your cookbooks by contacting

the Chamber at 262-763-6044.

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March Events in BurlingtonVisit www.burlingtonchamber.org for a listing of current events. 01 FREE Bariatric Seminar - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Mukwonago Community Library02,09, 16 Movement Monday - 9:15 - 9:45 am, 10 - 10:30 am - Burlington Public Library03, 05, 10, 12, 17, 19, ABC Music and Me - 9:15 - 9:45 am,10 - 10:30 am - Burlington Public Library03, 17 Rock Painting - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Burlington Public Library03 Marine Corps Meeting - 7:00 pm - Veterans Terrace at Echo Park04, 11, 18 Wacky Wednesday - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Burlington Public Library04 Infant CPR & Safety for Family and Friends - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm - Aurora Wellness Center04 Grief Support with Sandy Walden - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm- Burlington Public Library05 Family Member Support Group at Love, Inc. - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Love Inc.05 Medicare 101 - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm - Burlington Public Library05 American Legion Post 79 Meeting - 7:00 pm - American Legion Post 7906, 13, 20, 27 Fun Friday - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Public Library06 An Adult Class to Delight Your Mind - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Burlington Public Library06 The Haylofters Presents 3rd Annual Grand Masq Ball - 6:00 pm to 11:30 pm - The Haylofters07 Tie your own Flies - 9:30 am to 12:00 pm - Richard Bong State Rec Area07 Landscaping with 2020 Vision - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Garden Center07 Spaghetti Dinner - St. Charles - 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm - St. Charles Church, Andre Hall07 United We Dance - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm - EAHS James Wehner Auditorium09, 23 Lions Club General Membership Meeting - 6:30 pm - Gabby’s Palace Restaurant10 Memory Café - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Burlington Public Library10 FREE Bariatric Weight Loss Seminar - 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Aurora Wellness Center10 Burlington WI Kennel Club Monthly Meeting - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm - 262-539-243210 V.F.W. Post 2823 Meeting - 7:00 pm - Veterans Terrace11 Healthy Steps An Adult Health and Wellness Class - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Public Library12 Knee-high Naturalist - 10:00 am to 11:30 am - Richard Bong State Rec. Area12, 26 Anime Club - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm - Burlington Public Library12 Houseplant Happy Hour - 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Burlington Garden Center12 Town Hall Board Meeting - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm - Town Hall Auditorium14 Chocolate Extravaganza - 8:00 am to 3:00 pm - Burlington High School14 Home & Garden Show - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm - Burlington High School14 Jewelry Making for Adults - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Public Library14 Succulent Sand Art - 11:00 am to 2:30 pm - Burlington High School14 The Strange Death of Edgar A. Poe - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Burlington Public Library14 Woodpeckers in Winter - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Richard Bong State Rec. Area14 Annual Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction - 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Cross Lutheran Church

16 Genealogy Workshop - 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Genealogical Society of Burlington16 Family History: Tips & Tricks with old Census Records - 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Genealogical Society of Racine County & Burlington17 Blood Drive - 7:00 am to 12:00 pm - Veterans Terrace17 How Nature and Nurture Work in the Brain - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Burlington Public Library17 Gardening with Jennifer Yaris - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Burlington Public Library18 Stepping On- Building Confidence and Reducing Falls - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Aurora Wellness Center18 Foster Care Information Session - 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm - Racine County Human Services19 Source and Grow your own Food! - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm - Building a Better Burlington19 The Truth Behind The Novel Black Point - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm - Burlington Public Library20 Adult Bingo - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Burlington Public Library21 Earliest Migrants Hike - 7:30 am to 9:00 am - Richard Bong State Rec. Area21 TO 22 Delavan Train Show - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm - Walworth County Visitors Bureau21 Gardening with Jennifer Yaris - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Public Library21 Foster Care Information Session - 10:00 am to 11:30 am - Racine County Human Services21 Pollinator Saturday - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Burlington Garden Center21 Sip and Pour - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Richard Bong State Rec. Area21 Stencil on Galvanized Metal Sign with Mary and Carl - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Burlington Public Library

21 Steppin’ Out Singles- 55 or wiser - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Pine Street Cafe22 Chili Fundraiser - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Arbor View Communities - 262-539-272823 Peep-O-Rama - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Burlington Public Library23, 26 Healthy Living with Diabetes Class 2020 - Burlington - 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm - Oak Park Place23, 25 Healing Through Art: Experiencing Hope - 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm - Sexual Assault Services24 Creatures of the Night - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Public Library24 Read to a Therapy Dog - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Burlington Public Library25 Dance Party - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Burlington Public Library25 Perler Beads - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Burlington Public Library26 Babysitting Basics - 8:00 am to 12:00 pm - Aurora Wellness Center26 Lego Build - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Burlington Public Library26 American Rural Cemetery Movement - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Graham Public Library26 Learn the Ukulele - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Burlington Public Library28 Bob’s Blue Ribbon Tips - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Burlington Garden Center28 String Art Easter Eggs - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm- Burlington Public Library28 K-Pop Dance Party - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm - Burlington Public Library31 Caring and Sharing Grief Support - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm - Cross Lutheran Church


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CHOCOLATE EXTRAVAGANZA!

March 14 9-3 p.m.Sponsored by:

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You are invited . . . To enter or to attend the Chocolate Extravaganza Cook-off on Saturday, March 14, 2020. The event is in conjunction with the 2020 Home &Garden Show at the Burlington High School, 400 McCanna Parkway in Burlington. Businesses will be displaying and promoting their products and services, with demonstrations included. The entire event is open to the public and will run from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Categories for the Chocolate Extravaganza include Experienced Bakers AND Bakers in Training (15 years and younger). Bring your items between 8 am and 9:30, register either ahead of time for free or on that day for $5. Open to all amateurs and FREE with your pre-registration. Just bring in your delectable chocolate item on March 14. All entrants will receive a ticket to ChocolateFest in Burlington Memorial Day weekend.

Get ready for the best part – samples of all the chocolate items will be sliced will be available for a small donation – your ideal opportunity to taste the ones you’ve been eyeing all day.

You may use the entry form printed in this publication or download your form at www.burlingtonchamber.org.

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Whether it’s a simple paint job or a major renovation, an interior redecorating project or adding some curb appeal, the Burlington Home & Garden Show is a great place to improve what’s probably your greatest asset - your home.

With so many companies in the home improvement industry under one roof, you’ll save time and money in a no pressure setting. Plus, learn powerful tips from the informative (and fun) seminars that day! Join us at the Burlington High School on Saturday, March 14, 2020 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to start the projects that make sense right now, and the ones that will pay dividends in the long run.

Homeowners attending this event can expect to shop for different products for the inside and outside of one’s home including: remodeling, home improvement, decorating, landscaping and gardening products and services, or other products or services related to the home.

Home & Garden Show is Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Burlington High School – held in conjunction with the Chocolate Extravaganza. Admission is $2 per person at the door or FREE with coupon which is available on this page or www.burlingtonchamber.org or in community newspapers.

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AUDITORIUM9 a.m. Master Gardner Mike Wagner ‘Dining with Our Ancestors.’ Edible

‘weeds’ that were brought to the New World by our European ancestors.10 to 3 - Kid’s Workshops Home Depot is hosting a free Kids Workshop It’s a great hands-on workshop that you and your child will enjoy.All kids get to keep their craft; let’s help them start out right with projects and

have fun doing it! Adult must be present with child.Expert Corner10 a.m. Building a Place for Wildlife - Richard Bong State Recreation Area Want to make your yard or property more inviting for wildlife? Join DNR

naturalist Beth Goeppinger to discover how to provide the best food, water and shelter to selectively invite the wildlife you would like as neighbors. She will also share some tips on preventing some wildlife from becoming nuisances. There will be robin nesting platform kits available for sale.

11 a.m. Succulent Sand Art/Make and Take – Burlington Garden Center Succulents meet sand art in this fun, creative workshop. Participants will plant

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Discover Wisconsin, a long-running tourism TV show, shines the spotlight on Burlington in this episode. “Wisconsin Walking Tours” premiered Saturday, February 15 at 10 a.m. on Fox Sports Wisconsin and Sunday, February 16 at 10 a.m. on WITI TV 6. The episode will also be available on discoverwisconsin.com.

Wisconsin has deep history, and there are so many cities that have put a lot of work in preserving the story of their community. In this episode, Mariah Haberman tours the downtowns of Burlington, Plymouth, Ashland and Waukesha to learn how each continues to keep their past alive and remind us why that is so important.

As one of the older towns in state, Burlington has a Historic Walking Tour that takes you on a journey through time and tells of the people that influenced the changes that make Burlington what it is today. The city had prominent abolitionists, as it was in Burlington that the Underground Railroad once passed through here in Wisconsin.

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Out and About withBurlington Chamber Ambassadors

Doctors of Physical TherapyDoctors of Physical Therapy held their official opening with Dr. Ryan Adams, family, friends and Chamber Ambassadors looked on at the ribbon cutting.You can reach them at (262) 763-7591. Their offices are located at 1054 Milwaukee Ave, Burlington, just a two minute walk from Fox River Plaza.


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.

Now & ThenFour men stand in front of the Burlington Post Office just east of the bend

on the north side of Chestnut Street in the circa 1904 “Then” photo developed from a glass plate negative that the late Henry Mangold found in the attic of his home and donated to the Burlington Historical Society. Many of the architectural features seen on the second stories of the center and left buildings in the “Then” photo are still seen today, as shown in the “Now” photo taken in January 2012. The first floors of the two buildings and the facade of the building on the right, however, are markedly different today than they were at the time of the earlier photo.

The two-story white brick and stone building that housed the Post Office (together with the adjoining stairway) was erected by Joseph Hoch in 1889 replacing a wooden store building that had stood there since at least 1860. The first tenant in the new building’s first floor was N. Fine & Co., merchant tailors. The firm did not last long, going bankrupt a few months later.

In June 1891 William Colby, founding editor and publisher of the Burlington Free Press, was appointed as Burlington’s postmaster. He leased the first floor of the Hoch building and moved the Post Office there in July. He also moved the Free Press office to the basement, where it remained until 1896.

The Post Office was in the Hoch building until 1908, when it was moved to larger quarters in the building on the northeast corner of Pine and Washington Streets, where Thrivent Financial is now located. More room was needed because free city mail delivery began in Burlington in 1908. Before that time, city patrons picked up their mail at the Post Office.

After the Post Office was moved out, the Hoch building (which has had several subsequent owners) was home to a number of businesses over the years, including T. G. Buchan’s Burlington Drug Co., Charles Jackson’s Drug Store, the Carousel (which sold a frozen dairy product called Penguin), Jack Miller’s Jewelry Store, Jane’s Country House Antiques, Chocolate City Souvenirs, HandCrafted Gallery II, and Liv 4 U fitness and nutrition. The latest occupant, B.S.T.R., had not yet opened at the time of the January 2012 photo.

The brick building at the left in both photos was built in 1872 to house the People’s State Bank. It replaced a wooden building which had been used as a restaurant and which was moved to Geneva Street (now Milwaukee Avenue) to become Nicholas May’s meat market. After the bank went out of business in 1880, the property was acquired at auction by former Congressman John Fox Potter, who had taught school and practiced law in Burlington before the Civil War. Judge Potter leased the first floor to the Burlington Post Office, which moved there in 1881. The village’s small telephone office was also in the Post Office from 1884 to 1887. The Post Office remained in the building until 1891 when, as noted above, it was moved to the Hoch building.

After the Post Office moved out, Henry Miller bought the building and had the first floor fitted up for his son, Joseph Miller, as a barber shop. In 1899, Joseph Miller moved the barber shop to the basement and rented the first floor to tailor John Haitz. Haitz remained there until 1902, when George Denniston leased the first floor and opened a book and stationery store, which occupied the building at the time of the “Then” photo. The basement barber shop, marked by the large barber pole topped by the “Baths” sign, was operated at that time by Charles Teut

and Cady Farmer.Subsequent occupants of the first floor included piano and music stores; men=s

clothing stores; a cigar and tobacco store; several shoe stores, including Verick’s Shoe Store from 1923 to 1939; Swenson’s Jewelry Store; B & B Coins; Gifts by Marcie; Burlington Chamber of Commerce; Burlington Central Model Railroading; sports cards and collectibles stores; and Artisan Taxidermy. The current occupant is Gia Bella Flowers and Gifts.

The first floor of the building on the right, known for many years as the Smith building, was occupied by S. M. “Sim” Reinardy’s Union Drug Store at the time of the “Then” photo. After Reinardy bought a drug store across the street in 1910 and moved out, Fred Oberg opened a confectionery store called “Palace of Sweets” in the Smith building. That was followed from 1916 to 1947 by a series of eating establishments, including those of Clarence Partee, William Parkins, Sam Jarvis, Floyd and Charles Dunham, August Huening, and William Pieh. In 1947 Charles B. “Ceb” McCanna opened The Sport Mart, which McCanna and then Carl Rubach operated until 1961.

Among the businesses that occupied the first floor since then were Pic Shoe Outlet, The Little Red Schoolhouse, Flames ’n Things, Off the Record, Absolu Salon, The Way We Were consignment shop, Fat Daddyz Tats & Piercing, and Eastside Emporium Tobacco and Trade Co. The first floor store was vacant at the time of the “Now” photo.

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

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Awakening the Spring Garden5 early spring

perennials for shadeAfter winter’s long hold, the first signs of spring are the sweetest. Despite

the transitioning temperature swings as the two seasons duke it out, a late snow or frost will not hurt early-emerging perennials. Imagine the ground thawing, birds singing, and the sun warming as we walk through the shade garden in early spring. Prepare yourself for the thrill of excitement that only nature can provide. . .

One of the first to awaken is the Lenten Rose (Helleborus). In mid-March, brush away the layers of leaf mulch and you’ll find new leaves emerging followed quickly with whites, creams, pastels or deep purple flower buds low hidden under last year’s foliage. As the ground warms, foliage and flowers expand to their full glorious selves rising to 12-24 inches. A new one to look for is H. ‘Sun Flare’. Plant them along a pathway and on a slight slope in part shade to keep them happy. Though Hellebores can be pricey, the reward is well worth it.

Following quickly on their heels is Lungwort (Pulmonaria). Delicate blossoms range from white to shades of raspberry. Their attractive leaves are speckled, spotted, or splashed with silver and will expand as the season progresses making this shade perennial a good alternative to Hostas. ‘Twinkle Toes’ is a delightful variety that sparkles in the shade. A fascinating change happens to the flowers when pollinated. After a bumblebee nestles in to collect nectar, the flower changes color, signaling to other pollinators to find another bloom. Isn’t nature fun?

A lovely companion to the pinks and purples of Lenten Rose and Lungwort are the sky-blue dainty flowers of False Forget-me-not (Brunnera). Like her shady sisters, it is flowers before foliage in the spring. The species will often reseed and after a few years, the garden will be a sea of blue. Once the initial show is done, the foliage expands into attractive hearts that grace the landscape. Look for variegated varieties with white or silver like ‘Sea Heart’ which won’t spread as quickly.

Primroses (Primula) are a seasoned harbinger of spring. Their lovely pastel flowers embody the hope and joy that spring brings. Many Primula species are self-seeding and create a naturalized feel in the shade garden. In addition to the low-growing posies, look for the taller drumstick or candelabra types to add variety. Two other favorites to look for are the apricot, double blossoms of ‘‘Nectarine’ that will dance their way into your heart, and the frilly, apple-green ‘Francesca’ which blooms a little later than other Primrose.

What spring garden would be complete without unfurling fiddleheads? Like a child, I often find myself on my knees with my face pressed in close to capture those fresh, green fronds with my camera. But green is not the only color of ferns. Pepper in the burgundy, lacy foliage of Japanese Painted ferns and all her offspring varieties. They make a lovely contrast to the emerging, broad leaves of Hosta.

In the summer, the shade garden cools us with calm, green hues and a mix of bold and fine textures. It’s in spring when she arises and shines with an entirely different color palette. With a few of these early beauties in your landscape, you can more fully experience the excitement of spring as the earth awakens.

Tracy Hankwitz is a horticulturist and general manager at Burlington Garden Center.

Building a Better Burlington Spring series –Building a Better Burlington, dedicated to serving the Burlington community,

will be hosting these upcoming events: “Go Local. Source and grow your own food.”Thursday, March 18th 6:30-8:30 at the BHS AuditoriumPart 1. Learn to garden Regardless of your space, you can garden. Research shows that gardening makes a person happier and extends your lifespan, so let’s get dirty. Imagine walking into your own back yard, patio, or deck to harvest your salad. Let’s go back in time to what many of our yards used to look like. Decades ago each yard, regardless of how small, would have a fruit tree or two and perhaps a batch of asparagus, a stand of raspberries, enough rhubarb for a pie and a tidy little vegetable garden.Burlington Garden Center will help us learn about all kinds of gardening.• small places container gardens (pots & potato bags)• raised beds and hay bale gardens • planting a fruit tree• putting in a border of berries• replacing an area that is hard to mow (hilly area) with strawberries• planning a larger garden Part 2. Join a CSA Learn about one of our local Community Supported Agriculture farms, Geneva Lake Produce. If you don’t want to grow your own food, find out how you can have a local farm grow some food for you. Part 3. Eat Local! We have a variety of unique farms in our area. Learn about our local mushroom farm, poultry producers, orchards and vineyards. Enjoy some tastings from these local people. “Bee, Butterfly & Bird Friendly Yards”April 9th. 6:30 - 8:30pm at Burlington High School “Bee, Butterfly & Bird Friendly Yards”Part 1. Bee safe yardsLearn how you can keep bees, birds, and butterflies safe on your lawn and in your gardenPart 2. Be a Bed & Breakfast for bees, butterflies, or birdsLearn what plants attract and sustain our bees, butterflies and birds. Get directions for building shelters and feeding stations.Part 3 The Monarch HighwayLearn about the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly and how you can be part of the movement to save them.Part 4 What’s the Buzz?Learn out our local bee hives. Some free give-a-ways: seed packets, stickers for windows, directions on bat, bee, and butterfly houses, directions for rain chains & rain gardensSteps to a greener city. What can I do? May 14th. 6:30 - 8:30pm at Burlington High School Part 1. Cool the cityTrees have a huge impact on lowering the temperatures of the city and your home. Part 2. Can I go solar?Learn about the homes in Burlington that have gone solar. How much will it cost for my house? When will I start to see a pay back? A solar installer will be giving free quotes so come with your roof size!Part 3 Ten simple steps to be greenLearn the best practices for going green. Small things matter greatly.The free give-aways for this event will be “solar clothes driers” while supplies last, paper and compostable carry-out containers to take with you when you dine out. And possibly you can take home a sapling to plant in your yard.


Service Award 2019Jerry Koch!

Each year the BACC has the privilege of paying tribute to a person who has helped the Chamber of Commerce and the Burlington Community throughout the year.

15 years and counting…Jerry Koch joined our Board as a director in 2004, was VP Community Marketing and served as President 2013. His support continues as he serves on the Advisory Board. Jerry has been a valuable resource and advisor to our organization.

His help extends to co-chairing the Home & Garden Show and Garden Bench and Chair Auction or anywhere we need him.

Our Chamber is not the only one who benefits from his willing assistance. Jerry has been involved in his Church Council, the Rawhide Boys Ranch, organizer of the Burlington Toys for Kids program, active on his neighborhood community board, and is a past member of Jaycees, Scout leader & 4-H project leader.

For all of these reasons and for responding to community needs & making a significant impact, we are honored to recognize him. As we have grown and prospered through the years, our growth is directly proportionate to the investment and commitment of people like Jerry Koch.

Pictured are President Elect George Penzel presenting the award to Jerry Koch.

German Chocolate Pie1 – 9” pie crust4 oz German Chocolate – chopped¼ Cup butter1 – 12 oz can evaporated milk1 ½ Cups sugar

3 Tablespoons cornstarch2 eggs lightly beaten1 Teaspoon vanilla extract½ Cup chopped pecans1 1/3 Cups flaked coconut

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth. Gradually add evaporated milk. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in eggs and vanilla. Gradually stir in chocolate mixture. Pour into pastry shell. Combine pecans and coconut. Sprinkle over filling. Bake 45-50 minutes or until puffed and browned. Cool for 4 hours.

Recipe submitted by Judy Bratz

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