April Luncheon Featured Members Who Keep Our Pets Safe & Healthy | A million thanks to our luncheon presenters on April 11: Dr. Andrea Rediger, DVM, from The Village Veterinarian; Alex Rico & Gabriela Montes, owners of Spaw Patrol; and Ule James, Dog Trainer & Past President of Capitol Canine Training Club. The Business Exhibitor was the founder of Big Jake's Dog Treats, Becky Moore. Thanks also to Mas Sabores for catering our delicious luncheon, and to the Abraham Lincoln Council, Boy Scouts of America for hosting at their beautiful Camp Illinek! | Ribbon Cutting Marks the 15th Anniversary of the Friends of the Chatham Library Bookstore & Cafe | Thanks to all who came to the April 15th Ribbon Cutting at the Friends of the Chatham Area Public Library Bookstore & Cafe! Many well-wishers attended to help celebrate their 15th Anniversary. What a wonderful group of dedicated volunteers, and great place to purchase nearly-new books for all age groups - for pennies on the dollar! | |  |
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April 24
Wake Up Chatham Chamber!, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Computer Works & Titan eSports Lounge in Chatham, 221 N. Main St., Chatham
April 26
Ball-Chatham & Chatham Chamber partnering to bring the Health & Financial Wellness Fair to BCSD staff.
May 2
Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, 7 a.m., Chatham Baptist Church, 1500 E. Walnut St., Chatham
May 4
Village Clean Up Day, 9 a.m. at the Village Square
May 9
Chamber Luncheon, 11:30 am.-1 p.m., Engrained Brewing Co., 1120 Lincolnshire Blvd., Springfield
May 22
Ribbon Cutting for Doghouse Creations, 4 p.m., 13331 Bab Rd., Auburn
May 23
Ribbon Cutting for Springfield Muni Opera, 5:30 p.m., 815 E Lake Shore Dr., Springfield
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Wake Up Chatham Chatham Chamber is April 24th! | |
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Start your day with coffee and conversation at Titan eSports Lounge and Computer Works! The breakfast networking event will be held on Wednesday, April 24th from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at 221 N. Main St., Chatham. It will be an open house format. Scoop Du Jour will provide breakfast items. Though there is no charge for the event, we ask that you RSVP by April 19th, so that our hosts, Titan eSports Lounge and Computer Works, can make appropriate plans.
Thank you to Titan eSports Lounge and Computer Works for hosting our breakfast event!
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Mayor's Prayer Breakfast is May 2nd | |
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Please join us for the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast at 7 a.m., Thursday, May 2nd at the Chatham Baptist Church, 1500 E. Walnut St. in Chatham. The Rev. Miriam Snider will give the keynote address.
There is no charge for the breakfast, however, reservations are appreciated so that the hosts can make appropriate plans. Reserve your seat by clicking the link below. There are also paper tickets at the Chamber office (106 E. Mulberry St. in Chatham) or at the churches in Chatham.
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Chatham Chamber & Chatham Jaycees Need Volunteers for Village Clean-Up Day | |
Interested in hosting a Chamber Event? | |
Over the past year, we’ve heard from many who would enjoy hosting one or several of our events. Thus, we’re developing a list of those interested as we look to schedule activities into 2025. The Chatham Area Chamber promotes each scheduled event, as well as the event host, for free!
Hosting any of these events is a great way to create awareness of your business and provides valuable networking opportunities. If interested, fill out and submit the form below!
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April 2024 Member of the Month ~ Trendsetters Design, Inc. | |
Pictured L to R: Courtney Bouvet, Chamber Ambassador Chair; Jay Rogers, Chamber Past President; Mary Hartlaub, Trendsetters' staff member; Tracy Formea, Chamber President; Pam Stewart, Trendsetters' Staff Member; Jeff Dillman, Chamber Board Member; Megan Henley-Brown, Trendsetters Owner/Founder; and Sara Henley, Trendsetters' Staff Member. | |
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Congratulations to Trendsetters Design, Inc. for being chosen the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce's Member of the Month for April!
Trendsetters Design, Inc. is a full-service retail florist established in 2002 specializing in unique fresh floral design, high style permanent botanicals and home décor. Trendsetters has been located on Main Street in the heart of Chatham for 20 of its 22 years in business. The shop services not only Chatham, but the greater Sangamon County area with full-service delivery and product offerings.
"I started out in a rented location for two years, and at the end of those two years I purchased and renovated the current location," says Megan Henley-Brown, owner/founder of Trendsetters Design, Inc. "I’m thankful that as a 23 year old that I had the nerve to take on such a commitment after only two years in business. Twenty-one years later, I am still ecstatic that as a college senior I started Trendsetters and for God’s direction that led me down a path that has afforded me the opportunity to connect with so many great clients and team members who have now become like family."
Megan says that Trendsetters' mission is to provide exemplary customer service coupled with cutting edge design and high-quality products. "Above all, unrivaled customer service has been what the success of Trendsetters has been built upon and still remains our focus 22 years later," she says.
The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to name Trendsetters Floral as its Member of the Month for April!
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Teen Volunteer Informational Meetings | |
For ages 14 years-graduating high school seniors
Teens looking for opportunities to earn service hours, to be involved in helping our community or to spend some time with younger children and be a role model are invited to attend our Teen Volunteer meeting to learn how to be involved with the Library's summer Book Camps.... Learn More .
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Upcoming Member & Community Events | |
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Iron Chef Gala Tickets on Sale Now!
The Ball-Chatham Educational Foundation's Iron Chef Gala is April 26. Enjoy an evening of fine dining as you sample culinary delights from Springfield's Finest Chefs! Area chefs battle it out to win the People's Choice Award for their culinary creations. Join us for food, drink, live music and camaraderie as we raise funds to "Enrich the Educational Experience for BCSD5 Teachers, Students and Staff." Tickets available NOW at: https://givebutter.com/c/RmSdh6
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Sponsorships are OPEN Now for Titan Fuel's Shrimp Boil & BBQ Event! | |
Birth to Five Illinois Region 51 Team Itinerary | |
SJTW Preschool Registration is Open Now! | |
The Springfield Muni Opera is Looking for Volunteers | |
The Villas of Holly Brook to Sponsor Food Drive for the Ball Chatham Food Pantry | |
More News from the Villas of Holly Brook
The Villas of Holly Brook in Chatham is sponsoring a Blood Drive for the American Red Cross on July 17, 2024 from 12 -5 p.m. Please stop by 825 E. Walnut Street in Chatham to sign up, or call Kathleen Burton at (217) 553-4886.
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Trivia Night to Benefit the Chatham Jaycees April 20th | |
Chatham PD to Offer BASSET Training | |
Fishing Has No Boundaries Annual Event for Children Coming May 4 | |
A Memorial Service for Mothers Planned for May 11 | |
Glenwood Athletic Boosters' Golf Scramble is May 30 | Scan the QR code below to register! | | |
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Is your business or organization looking to hire? | |
Send your employment notices to us, and we will include them in our Network News!
Email your notices in PDF form or a link to your website, and we will post them for up to four weeks, for FREE! This is just another great benefit of Chamber Membership.
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We're happy to include our members' news and events in our weekly Network News, at no cost! Simply email us at the link below and include any graphics you would like included.
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