AI in Action for Functional Leaders: From Vision to Execution

NEW DATE: March 19, 2026 | 5:30–8:00 PM

Ember Social | 1329 Wisconsin Ave, Grafton, WI 53024

Drinks and appetizers included

Register here

How are leaders actually using AI at work—beyond the buzzwords?

This interactive session is designed for department heads, team leads, and hands-on managers who are exploring how AI can drive efficiency, creativity, and decision-making in their day-to-day work. this event will be a collaborative discussion and case study exchange among professionals actively experimenting with AI tools in the workplace.

Bring your wins, your lessons learned, and your questions. You’ll leave with actionable ideas, new tools to try, and real-world inspiration from peers in marketing, HR, operations, finance, and more.

✅ Drinks + light bites included

✅ No Formal presentation or panel, just practical conversation

✅ Great for functional leaders and curious contributors alike

Who Should Attend:

Department heads, operational leaders, functional managers, and business professionals responsible for translating strategy into action and leading their teams through AI adoption.

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Dancing Queen Events is throwing a Ladies Only Dance Party at Ember on Feb 7th! Throw it back to the early 2000s with a night of hip-hop, dancing, and pure girl energy. Let’s vibe, move, and run the night!

This event is all about fun, laughs, and dancing (at a reasonable hour) with your best gal pals. Grab your cutest outfit, bring your energy, and let’s make it a night to remember!

A portion of proceeds benefits the American Heart Association.

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME COLD WEATHER

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Join us 1/8 for a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Doors 5 // Exchange 6:30

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Downtown Grafton Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl

Saturday, December 20th // 5PM - 12AM

Dust off your itchiest, most aggressively bedazzled holiday sweater and prepare your torso for battle—because the Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl is back and ready to jingle your bells!

Join us in downtown Grafton on Saturday, December 20th, where the sweaters are hideous, the drinks are delicious, and the judgment is low. Starting at 5pm sharp, we’ll be spreading cheer (and questionable fashion choices) across all your favorite bars.

Dress code: If your sweater doesn’t look like it lost a fight with a craft store, try again. Festive attire required to score all the outrageous deals and jolly shenanigans awaiting you.

Bring your friends, your family, your coworkers, that cousin who only comes out at Christmas—just don’t bring a normal outfit.

It’s the one night of the year when the uglier you look, the better time you’ll have.

Come sleigh responsibly. 🎄🍻✨

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Join us 12/18 for live bluegrass music with Sawdust Symphony! Doors 5pm // Show 6:30 // Free Admission

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Artificial intelligence isn’t just for work — it can help you save time, simplify everyday tasks, and even spark creativity. Join us for an engaging, hands-on session exploring practical ways to use AI in your personal life, from organizing your schedule to discovering new ideas and solutions.

Join us at Ember Social during the Grafton Christmas Parade!

Warm drinks, festive vibes, and a perfect view of the magic. 

Join us for a fun afternoon of K-Pop crafts, music, movies, a selfie-station, and snacks! Let’s let the kids have fun and unwind before the stress of the holidays - parents: there will be treats in store for you, too!

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

Join us for a fun and meaningful night of community giving and sustainable fashion

A relaxed, come-as-you-are night with a unique spin each week — from pop-up tastings to playlist takeovers, you never know what you’ll find.

🎃 Halloween Night at Ember Social 👻
Join us on October 31st from 7:30–11PM for a spooktacular evening filled with music, fun, and community! A portion of the bar’s proceeds will be donated to the Grafton Education Foundation.

Join us for a unique experience of relaxation and rejuvenation through the power of sound.

Get ready for an evening of foot-stomping, string-pickin’ bluegrass feat. Luke Cerny, Ryan Ogburn, and Viktor & Kristian Brusubardis at Ember Social!

We’re open for Fall Into Grafton!

Stop by Ember Social Saturday, October 11th from 11–3pm for some cozy fall fun — featuring our mini golf putting green, hot cocoa, apple cider, and boozy coffee!

Join us for an engaging panel discussion designed for executives navigating the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. This event will provide real-world insights, leadership alignment tools, and people-readiness strategies to help C-suite leaders make informed, strategic AI decisions.

Join us for a unique experience of relaxation and rejuvenation through the power of sound.

A 5-course chef dinner with optional drink pairings on September 19th