May 23, 2022

We are finally able to be together again in Memorial Park. If you've never been part of the Cream of Wheaton or its predecessor, the Taste of Wheaton--or going back even further, AutumnFest--you're in for a treat.

There's something about volunteering with each other and participating with the Wheaton Park District in a community-wide event like Cream of Wheaton that brings people together. We get to know each other on a whole new level. And while we're all about business, after two long years we're also ready for some fun. Come join us!

See you at the Cream of Wheaton~

The long-awaited Cream of Wheaton is just around the corner, and we can't wait to kick off the summer with the Wheaton Park District and YOU.

This four-day festival begins with our Business After Hours, hosted by the Ambassadors and held from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, in Memorial Park. The fun continues through June 5, including the Cosley Run for the Animals on Saturday, June 4. Over the weekend we'll fill several square blocks with a carnival, food, a beer garden, live entertainment and, of course, our Business Expo. Business Expo booths are still available--click here to download your reservation form or register here.

Special thanks to Chamber members who already are committed to a Business Expo Booth:

We still need our Chamber members, family and friends to sign up for a volunteer shift, and the beer tent is a great opportunity for teams to volunteer. Whether you're with a team, on a hot date with your honey or flying solo, we have openings in the beer tent, at the information booth and in ticket sales. Here's the online sign-up sheet. Please contact Doris Barrera, membership coordinator, with questions.

Training for all volunteers (but especially beer servers) is required from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31, at the Mary Lubko Center in Memorial Park. For those interested in an event sponsorship, please contact Margie Wilhelmi of the Wheaton Park District.

Here at the Wheaton Chamber, we believe there's a deep connection between business and the arts. In fact, we've renamed our committee the Arts, Business & Culture (ABC) Committee, and membership is open to any member in good standing who has a passion for the arts. Mike Dyer of Edward Jones is our board liaison to this committee--please contact Mike if you're interested in being part of this dynamic group. They meet this Wednesday here at the Chamber office.

The first-ever DuPage Community Arts Festival will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 28, at DuPage County Fairgrounds. Tagged as "where the community celebrates culture and culture supports the community," this arts festival will feature top musicians and artists of all ages and backgrounds.

Click here for a schedule of performance artists, tickets and for more information. This event was designed to champion arts in DuPage County, uplift our community and to thank our local healthcare workers.

The DuPage County Regional Business Outlook will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 2, at Drury Lane Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. Keynote speaker is Jarrett Payton, TV sports personality, philanthropist and entrepreneur. Cara Esser, CFA, Mesirow, will provide a global economic outlook and Tim Crane, president of Wintrust, will give the Business Outlook. The Honorable Dan Cronin, chair of the DuPage County Board, will present "DuPage County Economic Outlook." Tickets are $60 for individuals and $500 for a table of 10. For more information, click here.

Congratulations to Candice Kuhnen on the 40th anniversary of ABC Communications! Candice has invited us to celebrate with her from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, at Enticing Cuisine Banquets in Batavia. Please RSVP as space is limited.

Save the date for Midwestern University's "Night at the Improv," a live show, silent auction and refreshments, offered free from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at Clare Woods Academy, 125 E. Seminary in Wheaton. This event supports Clare Woods Academy and the Wounded Warriors Project. Please click here for more information and to RSVP (requested but not required).

Welcome to Wheaton, new member Juan Rubio of Protein House! Juan opened his new store which is located at 111 Front Street, Protein House offers smoothies, fusion teas, protein coffees and healthy alternatives to fast foods.

Special thanks to Juan and his partner and wife Pamela for supplying us with their delightful beverages at April's luncheon.

Our Wheaton Chamber members have a lot going on and they have a lot to say! Learn about job openings like the full-time receptionist needed at Park East Office Suites and the intern position open at SuperBetter. See our Chamber members' "Hot Deals" like spring specials from Egg Harbor and specials from Chris Mechanical Services and Ferrari Plumbing.

Got a job posting or a special you'd like to share? Contact Doris Barrera.