Grow and Gather: Spring Foraging

Come explore the Welsh Hills Trail at Taliesin and learn how to forage with our Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. Class will begin with a discussion of foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a two-mile loop through the Welsh Hills to put our new......More

Come explore the Welsh Hills Trail at Taliesin and learn how to forage with our Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. Class will begin with a discussion of foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a two-mile loop through the Welsh Hills to put our new knowledge to the test, identifying common Spring wild edibles along the way! By the end of this course, you will learn why you should forage, where you can forage, how to forage safely and responsibly, as well as key identification techniques and common plant families.

Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center

Networking Lunch

** Special Location Announcement**  The May Networking Luncheon will be held at Taliesin Preservation in Spring Green Wisconsin.  Food will be provided by their Riverview Terrace Cafe with an optional discounted tour available at the end.  Not to be missed!! They wi......More

** Special Location Announcement**  The May Networking Luncheon will be held at Taliesin Preservation in Spring Green Wisconsin.  Food will be provided by their Riverview Terrace Cafe with an optional discounted tour available at the end.  Not to be missed!! They will have a public Highlights Tour at 1:30pm and Self-Paced House Tour starting at 3:00pm for those who wish to stay. We can offer a 15% discount on tours that afternoon or in the future for those who attend. We will also offer 15% off at The Wright Gift Shop. Our networking lunch is your monthly opportunity to connect with other professionals in Verona and the Dane County region. You will also be briefed on relevant chamber news, new members, and upcoming events. It is also YOUR chance to share any news or requests you may have for the Chamber! Bring some business cards to exchange, a name badge if you have one, and enjoy the lunch. To register early, please click the button below. If you need help with your log-in and password or you still need to set up your account, please call Molly at 845-5777 or e-mail [email protected].

Taliesin Preservation Riverview Terrace Cafe 5607 County Road C, Spring Green, WI 53588

Board of Directors meeting

The Board of Directors meets on the second Thursday of each month to discuss Chamber operations and upcoming events, as well as give final approval of Grant Applications approved by the Executive Committee.

Verona Area Chamber of Commerce 120 W. Verona Ave., Verona WI 53593

Frank Lloyd Wright Trail Welcome Weekend

Wisconsin’s Frank Lloyd Wright Trail Sites invite you to our Welcome Weekend May 15 - May 17, 2026! Whether you want to check off a site on your bucket list or immerse yourself in a full weekend of Wright’s architectural wonders, our doors will be open for you.

Spring Art Tour

19th Annual Spring Arts Tour!  31 Artists are coming to 19 stops!  Pick up a Brochure and Map at the Mt. Horeb Chamber of Commerce at 300 E Main Street in Mt. Horeb. Or Visit the website below for a downloadable map and full details....More

19th Annual Spring Arts Tour!  31 Artists are coming to 19 stops!  Pick up a Brochure and Map at the Mt. Horeb Chamber of Commerce at 300 E Main Street in Mt. Horeb. Or Visit the website below for a downloadable map and full details.

19 different locations including Arena, Mazomanie, Prairie due Sac, Black Earth, Mt. Horeb, Mt. Vernon, Belleville, New Glarus, Argyle, Blanchardville and Blue Mounds.

Felicia's Donation Closet 6th Annual Casino Night Fundraiser

Join us for a night of fun for a great cause!  Casino Night with a Sit-Down Dinner, Drinks, Entertainment, Raffle, Auction and more! Proceeds continue to help Felicia's Closet support survivors of domestic abuse.

The Fowler - Blue Plate Catering 5302 Verona Rd Fitchburg WI

Preparing for a Successful Exit: Planning Years in Advance

A successful business exit rarely happens by chance – it’s the result of thoughtful planning well before a transition takes place. Early preparation allows business owners to strengthen operations, reduce risk, and position their company for a smoother ownership transit......More

A successful business exit rarely happens by chance – it’s the result of thoughtful planning well before a transition takes place. Early preparation allows business owners to strengthen operations, reduce risk, and position their company for a smoother ownership transition. Planning years in advance creates opportunities to address potential challenges and improve the transferability of the business. Reducing owner dependency, strengthening leadership depth, and improving operational and financial readiness can help increase flexibility and support a more successful exit when the time comes. Key Topics • Why early planning improves exit outcomes • Reducing owner dependency and operational risk • Strengthening leadership and management structure • Improving financial and operational readiness • Preparing your business for future transition opportunities

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EmpowHer Women's Group

We are excited to invite you to join the EmpowHer Women’s Networking Group, a dynamic community where women in business connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our mission is to provide a platform for women to gain valuable insights into running successful businesses while em......More

We are excited to invite you to join the EmpowHer Women’s Networking Group, a dynamic community where women in business connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our mission is to provide a platform for women to gain valuable insights into running successful businesses while empowering and uplifting one another. We aim to ensure that each woman feels inspired and equipped to reach her fullest potential. This is a recurring monthly meeting (third Wednesday of every month) from 8am-9am.  No RSVP is required.

Chamber Office - 120 W. Verona Ave., Verona WI 53593

Verona Lions Club Monthly Meeting

We invite members of the community to attend one of our meetings to learn what great things we are doing in the community.  The Verona Lions Club is committed to making the Verona area a better place to live.  Whether it is screening children's vision at area pre-school......More

We invite members of the community to attend one of our meetings to learn what great things we are doing in the community.  The Verona Lions Club is committed to making the Verona area a better place to live.  Whether it is screening children's vision at area pre-schools, collecting school supplies for the students in our schools, collecting stretch plastic to be made into benches that are donated to the community, holding food drives for the food pantry, or providing a free morning to visit with Santa the Lions truly live up to our motto of "We Serve".

We usually meet at Stone Porch Ale House, 950 Kimball Ln, Verona on the third Wednesday of the month for a meal off the menu and a business meeting. But if there is a room conflict we will meet at different locations. Please check our website for the

Chamber Mega Mixer

Do you feel like you've met everyone there is to meet in your hometown? Here's your opportunity to expand your network! Join us for the Dane County All-Chamber Mega Mixer located at Hop Haus (Fitchburg) for a low-key evening of Networking! Appetizers included, cash b......More

Do you feel like you've met everyone there is to meet in your hometown? Here's your opportunity to expand your network! Join us for the Dane County All-Chamber Mega Mixer located at Hop Haus (Fitchburg) for a low-key evening of Networking! Appetizers included, cash bar. We hope to see you there! Registration will be opening soon.

Hop Haus - 2975 Sub-Zero Pkway in Fitchburg

Reading Between the Lines: Interpreting Nonprofit Financial Statements

Nonprofit financial statements tell a story – but only if you know how to read them. Moving beyond basic definitions and focusing on interpretation, trends, and risk indicators, we take a deeper look at the four primary nonprofit financial statements – Statement of Fina......More

Nonprofit financial statements tell a story – but only if you know how to read them. Moving beyond basic definitions and focusing on interpretation, trends, and risk indicators, we take a deeper look at the four primary nonprofit financial statements – Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, Statement of Functional Expenses, and Statement of Cash Flows. Don’t miss this chance to gain practical insight into how these statements work together to provide a complete picture of an organization’s financial health and sustainability. Key Takeaways • How the four financial statements connect and should be reviewed together • Key insights each statement provides about financial health and operations • How to identify trends, red flags, and areas of concern • Common reporting issues and audit considerations • Questions board members and management should be asking when reviewing financial statements

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Verona Optimists Monthly Guest Meeting

Please join us for our meeting and learn about how you can help spread joy throughout the community, make a real difference for youth and support the Optimist Mission "By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in our youth, our communities, and......More

Please join us for our meeting and learn about how you can help spread joy throughout the community, make a real difference for youth and support the Optimist Mission "By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in our youth, our communities, and ourselves."  We meet at the Verona Senior Center on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. The 4th Thursday meeting is a special guest meeting where we often have guest speakers and other informational, educational and joyous activities planned in addition to our volunteer coordination work.

Verona Senior Center 108 Paoli Street Verona, WI 53593

Verona Hometown Days

Verona Hometown Days is a three-day festival that includes Wenzel Amazements Carnival, the Optimists Club Food Court, Beer Tent, popular bands, the prize-winning Spin the Wheel game, kids tent, petting zoo, and more!

Hometown USA Festival Park 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53593

Sponsor Hometown Days!

Interested in sponsoring this event and getting your company out in front of the community? Click the registration button! Verona Hometown Days is a three-day festival that includes Wenzel Amazements Carnival, the Optimists Club Food Court, Beer Tent, the prize-winn......More

Interested in sponsoring this event and getting your company out in front of the community? Click the registration button! Verona Hometown Days is a three-day festival that includes Wenzel Amazements Carnival, the Optimists Club Food Court, Beer Tent, the prize-winning Spin the Wheel game, kids tent, petting zoo, and more! Please go to our Verona Hometown Days website for all the specific details. 

Hometown USA Festival Park behind City Hall and Verona Ice Arena