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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Craig Larsen
Chairman
Sharon Spero
Vice Chairman
Money Mailer of Fox Valley
Ryan Anderson
Treasurer
HighWire Networks
DIRECTORS
Marco Almedia
St. Charles Bank & Trust
Tory Haines
Haines & Associates
Leah Hoppes
Vision Force Marketing
Bill Johnson
BMO Harris Bank
Steve Martin
First State Bank
Rob Mondi
Abby's Breakfast & Lunch
Colleen Noe
Integrative Family Healthcare
Wendy Taylor-Santucci
Sacha Urban
TriCity Family Services
Ex-officio
CHAMBER STAFF
President & CEO
Business Development
Bookkeeping
Kristine Kowalski
Administrative Assistant
Special Events & Marketing
Membership Representative
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Our Distingui
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PLATINUM MEMBERS
GOLD MEMBERS
SILVER MEMBERS
Vintage 53
West Valley Graphics & Print, Inc.
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The St. Charles Chamber
of Commerce is an inclusive and active membership organization that helps its members grow their businesses, their business knowledge, and business connections.
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Vision Statement
Building a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership
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Stay Connected with the Chamber
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St. Charles Chamber Connect
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Legislative Committee Luncheon
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Network - Free Monthly Event, Join Us
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Cruise Nites
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Mini-Golf
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Mark Your Calendar- Job Fair
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A Word From The Board- Rob Mondi
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Leads Leads Leads - In the days of social media and all the other wonders the internet holds for us, one thing is still constant - Leads. Leads are the very lifeblood of every business's sales force. How do we get them? How do we qualify them? How do we close them and continue the cycle? Well, no matter how much technology changes the game, Leads are still a crucial part of our success as sales people growing our business. St. Charles Chamber of Commerce has three different leads groups that can help you grow your business while you can help your customers with introductions to non competing products and businesses. Currently, there are two Friday LEAD$ groups and one on Wednesdays, with openings in all. One Friday group meets every other Friday at 7:45am at the Courtyard Hotel by Marriott in St. Charles and the other meets every Friday at 8:30am at the Chamber Office. The Wednesday group meets the 1
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Wednesday of each month at 8:15am at the Chamber Office. Each group is limited to 25 members and no business is allowed to have more than one representative, so there is room for everyone. There is also the ability to create additional groups should the demand and interest be there. There is a nominal annual fee of $40 that is adjusted depending on which calendar quarter you join. There are educational components to each meeting as well as opportunities to share what you do as well. For more information, contact the Chamber staff liaison at 630-584-8384 and at a very minimum attend a meeting and see what it's all about.
Rob Mondi
Board Director
Abby's Breakfast & Lunch
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Integrative Neurology & Athletic Performance Clinic (INAPC)
1607 E. Main St., Suite 2A
St. Charles, IL 60174
Chamber members joined to welcome Integrative Neurology & Athletic Performance Clinic as a member of the Chamber! INAPC works with patients to rebuild neural pathways that improve overall performance, both mentally and physically. They can provide hope and relief to patients who haven't had luck anywhere else.
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Brunch Cafe
172 S. First Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
Welcome to First Street Brunch Café! Contemporary breakfast and lunch café opened its first location in February 2008. You can find plenty of breakfast basics here, but they are also well-known for their decadent twists on the regulars... like the stuffed French toast, blueberry bliss cakes and berry explosion waffle.. Try them today!
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Fox Valley United Way
202 W. Main St, 2nd Floor
St. Charles, IL 60174
Fox Valley United Way has been around for a long time and been a Chamber member as well, but the City of St. Charles is thrilled to have Fox Valley United Way's office right here in downtown St. Charles! Their mission is to foster our community's capacity to care for one another by connecting resources to programs helping local people change their lives.
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Wool and Company Fine Yarn
107A W. Main St
St. Charles, IL 60174
Welcome to the Chamber! We are thrilled to have Wool & Company Fine Yarn under new ownership as a part of the St. Charles Chamber! They are a purveyor of Fine Yarns, knitting accessories and classes.
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Industrial Committee- Youth Robotics Tour
Along with a team of mentors, Scott Hale, head of Youth Robotics in St. Charles, spends countless hours mentoring a group of 30 high school students who work after school and weekends with these engineering professionals to design, fabricate, assemble and program a 120-pound robot to compete with teams from all over the world. Our Chamber group was fortunate to watch the students guide the robots through challenges once performed at regional tournaments.
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YPC St. Pat's After Hours Mixer
Claddagh Irish Pub
1702 Commons Drive
Geneva, IL 60134
The Young Professionals held an After Hours Mixer at the Claddagh Irish Pub who provided wonderful appetizers. Alex Claney took and printed photo booth photos and a great time was had by all who came to network and celebrate St. Paddy's Day early. Thank you to our sponsors: InterTrav Corporation, Fox Valley Home Services, Claddagh Irish Pub, and Great Western Flooring.
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WBC Luncheon
Francesca's by the River
200 S. Second Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
Renee Raymond, Wunderlich Securities, discussed the importance of financial planning to secure the retirement desired for each individual. She discussed some strategies used for clients, and recommends that everyone find a financial planner that best suits their needs.
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St. Charles Consumer Expo
Kane County Fairgrounds
Prairie Events Center
525 S. Randall Road
St. Charles, IL 60174
After hosting our fourth Consumer Expo at the Kane County Fairgrounds, the St. Charles Chamber would like to thank all of our vendors who participated and community members who attended. Thank you to our Entertainment Sponsor,
Heartland Bank
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St. Charles Park District
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Colonial Café
; the dance studios and other groups who performed.
We had over 800 people attend the event, entertainment included a Zumba Demonstration from Northwestern Medicine Delnor Health & Fitness Center, a Yoga Demonstration from Sure Movements Yoga, dance performances from 3
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Street Dance and Dream's Dance Academy, live radio shows, and much more. Kids also enjoyed the bouncy house sponsored by St. Charles Park District and Face Painting and free Ice Cream Samples sponsored by Colonial Café.
Over 50 vendors exhibited offering food, games, photos and information. Vendors appreciated the opportunity to showcase their business, receive leads for future business, and talk to many people.
Thank you to all of our sponsors, vendors, performers and volunteers for making this a successful event! We were happy to have yet again another successful Expo and look forward to next year!
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City News
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25 MPH Speed Limit Zone Expanded on Main Street
Lower Speed Limit Stretches from 7th Avenue to 7th Street
Due to the efforts of the St. Charles Police Department, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has reduced the speed limit on Main Street/IL Rt. 64 to 25 MPH between 7th Street & 7th Avenue. This expands the previous 25 MPH zone between 4th Street & 4th Avenue. IDOT has installed new speed limit signs. IDOT's involvement is required because Main Street/Rt. 64 is a state highway.
Police are looking to calm traffic as it travels through the heart of our downtown, enhancing safety of both pedestrians and motorists. The City encourages all motorists to Slow Down, Downtown. "I am glad staff was able to work with IDOT to get the lower speed zone expanded on Main Street," said Mayor Ray Rogina. "It's important for people to feel safe as they walk or drive through our city and that traffic conditions are conducive to visiting our businesses.
The Police Department also petitioned IDOT and received electronic radar display signs on Rt. 31. For more information, contact Commander Gatlin at 630.377.4435
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Business of the Month
Elite Extrusion Technology
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Elite Extrusion Technology
3620 Ohio Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 485-2020
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Business of the Month
Pheasant Run Resort & Spa
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Great things are happening at Pheasant Run! Ownership continues to invest in refreshing the property and today, guests find a new guest lobby and rejuvenated Tower Rooms. General Manager France Langan now leads a team including Hal Barth, director of sales and marketing, and Lisa Adams, marketing manager. Mr. Langan joins the team with stellar achievements in hospitality, including most recently directing sales and marketing for the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza.
While property improvements receive rave reviews,
Bourbon Street is abuzz with excitement. Experience the I-Panic Escape Room, Zydeco Jacks, Thieves Market, Ice Creamery, and a new Bourbon Street Brunch and more. In late April, visit the new gallery featuring St. Charles Arts Council's Student and Emerging Artist works.
Foodies are finding enticing cuisine on new menus at Harvest and Jambalaya introduced by Executive Chef Tiffany Tooker. Her team is busy planning one of the year's biggest feasts and family favorites: Easter! Celebrate with a festive brunch and a line-up of family activities beginning with two Easter Egg Hunts (open to the public) Saturday, April 15th. Easter Day Brunch, served 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., also features a petting zoo for the kids and a family portrait studio for the family. The Easter Bunny visits during both the Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Day Brunch.
The golf course has already welcomed players, and this spring a Rise & Nine package allows fans to golf nine holes before work.
Available Monday through Friday for $29 per person, Rise & Nine includes a golf cart and complimentary coffee.
For those who can't get away for a long vacation, consider a staycation. From family getaways to romantic retreats, Pheasant Run packages help you feel a million miles away. With an indoor-outdoor pool, serene services at Spa Vargas, and both live theater and comedy entertainment, there is something for everyone.
Pheasant Run Resort & Spa
4051 E. Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 584-6300
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COFFEE SHOPS
St. Charles - Main Street Dunkin Donuts
Nick Weicheck
2701 E. Main St.
St. Charles
(331) 901-5116
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CUSTOM CLOSETS & SHELVING
St. Charles Closets, Inc.
Courtney Everhardus
401 Stevens Street
Geneva
(630) 513-0841
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
TADA Wealth Advisors
Mark Huber
South Elgin
(847) 999-0700
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HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Interim HealthCare of Kane County
Adia Naba
100 Illinois St, Suite 200
St. Charles
(630) 635-6554
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HOME HEALTH SERVICES
CovenantCare at Home
Teresa Felder
3755 E. Main St., Suite 165
St. Charles
(630) 845-0680
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HOME IMPROVEMENT
Fox Valley Home Services
Nic Boatner
206 South 13th Avenue
St. Charles
(888) 494-2284
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LIMOUSINE SERVICES
St. Christopher Carriage
Aleksandra Augustynska
Bartlett
(224) 227-0484
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ORGANIZATIONS-CHARITABLE
Not All Wounds Bleed
Heidi Garton
PO Box 3671
St. Charles
(708) 738-1557
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PEST CONTROL
Mosquito Joe Tri-Cities
Brittany Sigler
902 Randall Rd, Suite C140
St. Charles
(630) 345-5267
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REMODELING
Elite Remodeling Group
Chris Delestowicz
1895 Rohlwing Rd. Suite A
Rolling Meadows
(847) 705-9600
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3-D Home Inspection, Inc.
St. Charles
(630) 392-4278
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Abby's Breakfast & Lunch
St. Charles
(630) 377-0797
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Angel Water, Inc.
Elburn
(847) 382-7800
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Animal Medical Clinic of St. Charles
St Charles
(630) 208-0380
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Baker Memorial United Methodist Church
St Charles
(630) 584-6680
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Batteries Plus Bulbs
Geneva
630-313-5700
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Betsy & Mike Penny
St. Charles
(630) 584-9693
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Carlson's Floors Inc.
Geneva
(630) 232-4964
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CFO 4 Small Biz LLC
St. Charles
(630) 508-2690
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Chicago Tribune
Northlake
(708) 836-2732
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Chiro One Wellness Centers
St. Charles
(630) 492-0638
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Christ Community Church
St Charles
(630) 485-3300
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Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery
St. Charles
(630) 584-0088
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Comcast Business Services
Oak Brook
(847) 789-2842
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Creative Business Authority
St. Charles
(847) 231-3683
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Crum-Halsted Insurance & Risk Management
Geneva
(630) 485-4540
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Doc Morgan Inc.
St Charles
(630) 584-9414
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Enticing Cuisine, Ltd.
Batavia
(630) 761-0399
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Evoke Idea Group
St. Charles
(630) 879-3846
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Fifth Third Bank
St. Charles
(630) 513-2562
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First National Bank
DeKalb
(815) 758-2411
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Forever Yogurt-St. Charles
St. Charles
(630) 549-6076
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Fox Valley Special Recreation Association
Aurora
(630) 907-1114
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Gilvydis Vein Clinic
Sycamore
(815) 981-4742
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Heartland Bank
St. Charles
(630) 463-6300
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IHT Wealth Management
Oak Brook Terrace
(630) 560-3666
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Integrative Family Healthcare, LLC
St. Charles
(630) 549-7199
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Kane County Medical Society
St. Charles
(630) 584-6129
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Kelly Orthodontics
St Charles
(630) 584-9666
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KinderCare Learning Center
St. Charles
(630) 584-2333
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Maid Brigade
Bartlett
(630) 830-1550
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MCC Technology
St Charles
(630) 584-9505
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MEDFITNESS
St Charles
(630) 762-1784
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Midwest Groundcovers
St Charles
(847) 742-1790
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N2 Publishing, Candice Ellensohn
St. Charles
(847) 650-0261
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Nick's Pizza & Pub
Elgin
(847) 531-5550
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Northern Illinois Food Bank
Geneva
(630) 443-6910
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Old Second National Bank
St Charles
(630) 762-3841
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OnPath Financial
St. Charles
(630) 584-8100
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P & F Business Advisors, Inc.
Saint Charles
(630) 578-5181
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Presence Health
Aurora
(630) 859-2222
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Riverview Counseling Services, Ltd.
St. Charles
(630) 587-3777
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Royal Coach - St. Charles Ltd.
St Charles
(630) 443-9123
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Senior Services Associates, Inc.
Elgin
(847) 741-0404
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St. Charles Dental
St Charles
(630) 377-7760
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St. Charles Memorial Works, Inc.
St Charles
(630) 584-0183
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Surrey Hill Apartments
St Charles
(630) 584-9020
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Wasco Nursery & Garden Center
St Charles
(630) 584-4424
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Wise Plastics Technologies, Inc.
St Charles
(847) 697-2840
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*Note: As events can change or be rescheduled, always go to our
Events Calendar
on our website for the most up-to-date listing of all Member and Chamber events.
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Thursday, April 6th
4:30pm
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Re/Max All Pro - Bobbie Gerbrecht - Grayson
505 W. Main St
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Thursday, April 13th
4:30pm
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Dunkin Donuts
2701 E. Main St., Unit 102
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Tuesday, April 18th
4:30pm
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Vintage 53
162 S 1st Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Wednesday, April 19th
11:30-1pm
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St. Charles Chamber Boardroom
216 S Riverside Ave
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Wednesday, April 19th
11:30-1pm
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Belvedere Banquets
1170 W. Devon Ave.
Elk Grove, IL 60007
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Thursday, April 20th
4:30-6pm
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Heinz Brothers & Greenhouse
2010 E. Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Friday, April 21st
1:30pm
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Goody Bag Stuffing
St. Charles Chamber Boardroom
216 S Riverside Ave
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Tuesday, April 25th
5-8pm
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Riverside Ave
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Thursday, April 27th
11:30-1pm
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Clarke
675 Sidwell Ct
St. Charles, IL 60174
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See What's Going On With Chamber Businesses
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Thank you to:
J
ay Beaton, On The Beaton Path, LLC for referring
TADA Wealth Management
Michael Bigda, Divine Signs & Graphics, Inc. and
Laura Lipira, Courtyard By Marriott-St. Charles for referring
St. Christopher Carriage
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Hot Deal
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April
Receive $25 OFF Sponsorship in Cruise Nites Goody Bags
Contact the Chamber Office at 630-584-8384 for more information or how to sign up.
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*Must mention this ad when applying, For New Members only.
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Redeemable at over 150 Chamber Businesses!
St. Charles Chamber Gift Certificates
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Purchase multiple gift certificates in $5 denomination from $10 through $25. To view where to purchase gift certificates and a list of participating merchants click link below
Shop Local - Available All Year Long
Purchase at the St. Charles Chamber Office, Blue Goose Super Market, and City of St. Charles Municipal Bldg.
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Your Ad Could Be Here!
If you'd like to advertise in our next Newsletter, please contact
the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce at
(630) 584-8384 or email marketing@stcharleschamber.com. Business card ads, pdf picture ads and Word document ads are all welcome. (There is a charge for Newsletter Ads.)
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