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McHenry Area Chamber
Weekly Newsletter
August 8th, 2022
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-Molly, Jeannette, Robin, and Kelsey
McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes Now Accepting Applications
We are excited to announce we are moving to the next stage of our retail incubator project! If you or someone you know is interested in opening a storefront in McHenry, our vendor applications are now available online.

Our new McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes will provide a physical retail experience to businesses ready to take on the challenge of operating a brick-and-mortar location. Selected businesses will have the opportunity to test their product in the McHenry market for a season while learning the ins and outs of operating a retail storefront.

This initiative is part of a larger project to redevelop Miller Point as a destination location. The Chamber, the City of McHenry, and McHenry Community High School District 156 are working collaboratively to plan and execute this endeavor.

We are also looking for businesses who are interested in getting involved in this community project, either through gift in kind donations or sponsorships. For more info, click below or reach out to Molly.
PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE MEMBERS
CHAMBER OPPORTUNITIES THIS WEEK
WINGS - The Power of Your Voice

Join us this week for our Women's Interactive Networking Group! We will be discussing how to step into your voice and leadership at work and in the community.
This will be hosted at the Hampton Inn McHenry.
This WINGs session is in person and lunch will be provided. $25 for Chamber members | $30 for non-Chamber members -- Pay at time of registration.
Ribbon Cutting Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County

Thursday August 18th - 1:30 PM

Join us in celebrating Habitat for Humanity of McHenry as they celebrate their NEW, beautiful main office located next door to the McHenry ReStore. Stop by to meet the staff, volunteers and learn all about the work they do.

There will be refreshments and activities for all attendees. Receive discounts for the ReStore while here!
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MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS
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Public Health Ordinance Revisions

What: The McHenry County Department of Health, Division of Environmental Health has sent a memo to all Chambers regarding the proposed revisions to the Public Health Ordinance.

McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce wanted to share this information with you so that your business can be certain it is compliant with all new revisions. Dates for upcoming meetings and contact information for questions are also included.

For More Information: CLICK HERE / MEETING SCHEDULE
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital named a Top 100 Hospital by Fortune/Merative

What: After a rigorous evaluation of 2,650 short-term, acute care, non-federal hospitals in the U.S., Advocate Good Shepherd was named a Top 100 Hospital. The annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience, and financial health.
Recreation Registration Ends August 19th by Northern United FC

What: Northern United FC Recreational youth soccer Fall registration ends August 19th! Coed, recreational, all skill levels welcome! 8 games, weekly practices, and uniforms included!

When: Registration going on now to August 19th 2022

For More Information: Visit northernunitedfc.sportngin.com to register your 3 to 16 year old child today! timsantos1982@gmail.com
New Service: Office Sitting by E-Ssistant

What: When you are going out of town you have your house sitters and your dog sitters, but what happens to your office if you do not have enough staff? Hire an office sitter! A lot of planning goes into scheduling days outside of the office for small business owners when there is a staff shortage. Whether you need a mental health day, a vacation, leaving town for a convention or need to take a few meetings outside the office, you usually have to lock up your doors. This leaves you either working from your phone or missing potential clients. When you hire me to office sit for you, I can do as little or as much as you need me to like answering phones, greeting walk-ins and getting their information or even small office tasks like filing. Full non-disclosure and non-compete contracts will be signed before any work begins. So take that day off or go on that company outing without leaving a man behind or closing your office down completely. Call today for pricing and options!

For More Information: Maggie Drabczynski (630)485-1637 MaggieVA@E-Ssistant.net www.E-Ssistant.net
MEMBER EVENTS
Open House at Above the Barre Dance Academy

What: Here’s the invitation you’ve been waiting for! Come take a tour, meet our instructors, get a dance shoe fitting or take a FREE mini class at ATBDA. Join the fun with our raffles, prizes and Glow Dance Party!

When: Tuesday, August 16, 2022, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: 5308 W. Elm Street, McHenry, IL 60050

For More Information Contact: 224-622-2768 or email ATBDA Director at Victoria.warren@atbda.com
Vaccine Clinic with Dr. Barbara Petersen

What: Quick vaccines available with Dr. Petersen. The clinic is designed to help you catch up on your pet's needed vaccines.  Assistants will take a quick temperature, pulse and respiration and offer a vaccine questionnaire to help determine the needed vaccines for your pets. Drop in clinic, no appointment necessary. 

When: Saturday, August 20th from 8AM-10AM
Where: Riverside Animal Clinic

For More Information: 815-344-7716 Text: 815-406-6089 www.riversideanimalclinic.net
Blues Brews & BBQ

What: This is a fun-filled, three-day blues festival at McHenry's Petersen Park on scenic McCullom Lake. Excellent music, great food, craft beers - all benefiting the McHenry Area Rotary's charitable endeavors. 
\When: August 19th-21st 2022
Where: Peterson park McHenry IL 60050

For more information: Follow our event!
PADS Sunday Night Dinner by The Chapel McHenry

What: The Chapel McHenry is looking for individuals or groups to partner with us in providing a meal for our PADS guest on Sunday nights. Choose a date and prepare a full meal for 40 guest and make arrangements for delivery, no serving. FIND OUT MORE

When: Sunday Nights
Where: The Chapel McHenry 1809 So Rt 31 McHenry IL 60050

For More Information: LORI AT: lorisorrentino6@gmail.com
McHenry Lions Club invites community to Golf Outing Fundraiser

What: The McHenry Lions Club will host their First Annual McHenry Golf Scramble. Golfers will enjoy 18 holes of golf with cart, dinner, prizes and more. Cost is $99 per golfer. Funds raised will provide services for persons with visual and hearing impairments in our community as well as scholarships and support of area food pantries.

When: Friday, September 9, 2022, at 11:00 AM
Where: Boone Creek Golf Club, 6912 Mason Hill Road, McHenry

For More Information: Judith Peterson, 3125238476 jjudithmsw@sbcglobal.net Event Chairman Lion Gene Smith at 7156141155.
Truck Off Food Truck Fest & Fundraiser by McHenry County Living

What: The 5th Annual Truck Off food truck festival & fundraiser returns! Free for children 12 and younger, friendly pets welcome! VIP experience available. This fun & delicious community event benefits the McHenry County Fair Foundation.

When: Saturday, September 10, 2022 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
Where: McHenry County Fairgrounds, 12015 Country Club Rd, Woodstock, IL

For More Information Contact: truckoff.net
Erica: truckoff@mchenrycountyliving.com or 815-900-8522
McHenry Jr. Warriors annual Steak Fry

What: Each year we ask local area businesses and individuals if they would be willing to donate towards our fundraiser by giving a discounted service, Gift Certificate or creating a basket for us to raffle off. If you are able to help by donating a gift basket or service for our program to raffle off, we would greatly appreciate it!

Another way to help is to purchase tickets and join us for the fun! Please join our event on Facebook and when ticket sales are available online there will be a link posted. LIVE and SILENT Auctions, 50/50, Raffles, Bottle Pulls.. ETC! It's a fun night for all! This is a 21 Year and older event. 
#WarriorPride #McHenryStrong

When: September 24th 2022. Donations Due by September 19th.
Where: McHenry Moose Lodge 3535 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051

For More Information: Courtney@Innovativehomeconcepts.com or call/text 815.260.8998 with your contact information, including the name of your business. Facebook Event
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