Chamber Newsletter

Dear Chamber Members,

We are thrilled to share that our recent Wine Walk was a tremendous success! The streets of Watertown came alive with energy, laughter, and community spirit as participants enjoyed delicious wines, local shopping, and great company. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our sponsors, volunteers, and participating businesses—your support made this event truly unforgettable. We are grateful for your continued commitment to making Watertown a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

Looking ahead, we have two exciting events coming up:

Hiring Fair – October 16
Looking to hire or explore new opportunities? Our Hiring Fair brings together local employers and job seekers for a productive and engaging event. If your business is hiring, we encourage you to participate! 2 booths remain!

Women in Business – October 21st

We’re proud to host Stephanie Curtis as our keynote speaker for this inspiring event focused on work-life balance. Stephanie brings a wealth of experience and insight, and we know her message will resonate with professionals across all industries. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss it!

Linden Peacy 
Executive Director
linden@watertownchamber.com
920.261.6320

Check out the details below or in our
Calendar of Events.  
 Look forward to our upcoming events! 

	Hiring Fair October 16th 2 Booths Available!  $50 per booth for Chamber Members and $65 per booth for Non-Chamber Members Register
	Women In Business  Work-Life Balance Strategies October 21st Join us for an inspiring session focused on empowering women to find harmony between their professional and personal lives. Director Stephanie Curtis will share practical strategies and insights tailored specifically for women navigating the challenges of business and daily life.  RSVP
	Wake Up Watertown At Ready 2 Dance October 1st at 7:45 AM   Save the Date for a morning full of networking, connection, and insight for Manufacturing Month!   Add to Calendar

Watertown Tourism

To learn more about Watertown Tourism click here. 

Save the Date: Witches Brew Bingo!
Join the Watertown Main Street Program on Thursday, October 23rd for a spellbinding night of bingo, prizes, costumes, and Halloween fun. Doors open at 5 PM and games begin at 6 PM — bring cash or check for bingo cards and get ready for a night full of spooky surprises. Interested in donating a prize? Contact Stefanie.

Event Details

Pumpkin Palooza is Back!
Come on down to Main Street on Saturday, October 25th.
10AM-2PM Craft Fair and Trick or Treating at The Market 210 S. Water Street
12PM-3PM Trick or Treating Downtown Main Street.
Event Details

Save the Date for Women’s Only Weekend (W.O.W.) — November 21–23, 2025!
Get ready for a fun-filled weekend of shopping, dining, and exploring in downtown Watertown during this beloved Deer Widow Weekend tradition. While the event is tailored for women, everyone is welcome to join in the excitement! Swag bags, raffle prizes, the W.O.W. Cocktail Crawl, and more are coming your way — full details coming this fall.

Register Online Here
Fill Out A Paper Application

For more information about Watertown Main Street program, click here. 

Celebrate Our Schools Yard Signs Available

Watertown businesses and residents are invited to display a Celebrating Our Schools sign in their store/business window or yard now through the end of November. The signs are designed to enhance community spirit and to shine a light on the many academic, athletic and extracurricular opportunities offered through the Watertown Unified School District.

Signs are available at the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, 519 E. Main St.; the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St.; or by emailing Melissa Lampe.

If you are interested in learning more about the Leadership Watertown
Program for the  2025-2026 class check out the link for more information. 

Class of 2025-2026

The 2025-2026 Leadership Watertown class kicked off on September 10 with a full day of orientation and team-building. Participants gathered at the Bank of Lake Mills Community Room for introductions, presentations, and a review of the year’s expectations before heading out on a scavenger hunt, complete with bonus points for finding Gordy the Goose. The day also included lunch at Grand Central Bistro, a team-building dance session at Ready 2 Dance, and wrapped up with evaluations and a time capsule activity.

Pictured above: First row: Shianna Hesse – Johnsonville, Sarah Kelly – Watertown Unified School District, Kimber Mendenhall – The Marquardt, Brandi Jones – Madison College – Watertown, Adriana Trejo – Fort Community Credit Union, Kendall Uttech – Rainbow Community Care

Second row: Stefanie Broere – Watertown Main Street, Evan Meyers – Maas Brothers Construction, Narendra Kuber – Watertown Regional Medical Center, Casey Rusch-Weiland – Watertown Unified School District, Nathan Williams – City of Watertown

Find our most up to date job postings at  Career Opportunities

Post Your Job Openings! As a chamber member benefit you can post your job opening on our website.   Click Here To Check Out Career Opportunities To Post a Job Contact Barb at: barb@watertownchamber.com