APPLETON (NBC 26) — In response to updated CDC guidance, the U.S. Venture Open says it will cancel some of its events surrounding the golf game.
U.S. Venture Open says the indoor dinner and program at Van Abel's is canceled and the planned guest, Charlize Theron, will not be in attendance.
The Welcome Reception and Golf are outdoor events that will proceed as planned, U.S. Venture Open says. Attendees and volunteers are asked to wear a mask if they go indoors. The auction will be fully online and can be accessed at: usvo.givesmart.com
U.S. Venture Open says it made the changes due to increasing COVID-19 infection rates across Northeast Wisconsin.
“While we understand and share in the disappointment that dinner will not proceed as planned, U.S. Venture has kept the well-being of its customers, team members and community partners at the forefront throughout the pandemic by consistently following CDC guidelines,” said Greg Vandenberg, director of giving and community engagement for U.S. Venture. “We are grateful to be able to continue with the Welcome Reception and Golf outdoors and truly appreciate the community’s ongoing support of the U.S. Venture Open and its mission to end poverty across Northeastern Wisconsin.”
For more information on the U.S. Venture Open and continued updates, visit usventureopen.com/event-details/
