Hundreds of residents filled the city of Wisconsin Rapids for the Cranberry Blossom Festival. These Cranberry Pirates enjoyed walking the parade with their float.

Upcoming Programs & Events
Below is a calendar of events hosted by Community Progress Initiative.  Dates, times, and locations are subject to change, and new programs are always being added, so please check back often.  To confirm, call 715.423.1830 unless another number is indicated in description.

  Hattie Bryant's Business Series NOW SHOWING

• Great business tips from Hattie Bryant's PBS Series! 
• Watch this highly acclaimed PBS series on business know-how. For airing times, visit River Cities Cable Access 
• Videos available at Heart of Wisconsin Business & Economic Alliance. Call Melissa Loken at 715/423-1830 for more information. 

September 11, 2008:  Revving Up for Business

• 2:30pm at Heart of Wisconsin  
• Connecting business & suppliers for the ultimate winning combination. Contact Melissa Loken at 423-1830 for more information. 

October 24 - November 2, 2008:  Finland Study Tour

• Learn how remote Finalnd has transformed its economy to be competitive in the global marketplace, using idustry clusters, technology and education to stimulate innovation and a competitive edge. 
• For more information on theis exciting tour - contact Connie Loden at Heart of Wisconsin, 423-1830.

Ongoing:  Eight Industry Cluster network meetings

Arts & Heritage Cluster
Cranberry/Agriculture Cluster
Downtown Revitalization Cluster
New E-conomies Cluster
Paper & Forestry Products Cluster
Small Business Development Cluster
Tourism Cluster
Workforce Training & Education Cluster
Click here for more information.

Ongoing:  Entrepreneurial Training and Technical Support

• Contact Melissa Loken at 715-423-1830 for assistance in starting, expanding or improving your business.