Welcome to our twice-per-month Member Connect — where Forward Janesville member businesses share events, news and opportunities with one another!
Want to be featured in an upcoming Member Connect? Submit your items to us at [email protected] by Jan. 23.
Forward Janesville Events & Opportunities
Reserve Your Booth by Jan. 21 for the Rock Regional Business Expo -- Showcase your business at one of the region’s largest business-to-business events.
Don’t Miss the First Business After Five of 2026 on Thursday at Bodacious -- Kick off the new year of networking with fellow members.
Submit Your Nominations for Forward Janesville’s Annual Awards Luncheon -- Help us recognize outstanding leaders and organizations in our community.
Professional Development & Leadership
Support and Learn More About Leadership Development Academy at Nothing But Net -- Get involved in building the next generation of community leaders.
Contour Consulting’s Start-Up Spark Summit on Jan. 22 -- A must-attend event for entrepreneurs and innovators.
Networking, Young Professionals & Community Connections
Young Professionals: Tour the Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center + Learn Pickleball --
Hosted by JOIN Janesville — connect while trying something new.
Community Causes & Ways to Give Back
Nominate Trailblazing Women & Rising Leaders for YWCA’s Women of Distinction -- Submit your nominations by Jan. 19.
Support Janesville Youth Baseball & Softball at a Jan. 31 Meat Raffle -- Held at Sidelines Sports Pub & Grill.
Make Volunteering at Triple H Ranch Your New Year’s Resolution -- Start the year by giving back.
Register to Participate or Attend Project 16:49’s Lip Sync Battle -- A fun way to support a great cause.
Arts, Culture & Local Experience
Enjoy Food, Drinks, Music — and a Look at the Renovations — at Glen Erin’s Celtic House
Join Medical Grade Aesthetics for a Free Educational Event on BHRT — Jan. 21
Ice Age Trail Alliance Candlelight Hikes in January & February -- Experience winter on the trails with the Rock County Chapter.
Family Fun, Food & Seasonal Favorites
Downtown Janesville Restaurant Week from Jan. 19–24 -- Enjoy special menus and support local eateries.
Bricks & Minifigs Hosts Adult Build Night for LEGO Fans on Jan. 20 -- A fun night out for grown-up builders.
Flannelfest Is Almost Here — Grab Your Tickets Now