Our terrific team of dedicated Chamber volunteers deserve a round of applause for hosting last week's "Par-TEE on the Par THREE." How can we ever thank you, Jeff Reiter (Cantigny Park and Cantigny Golf), Tom Althoff ("PGA"), Charlie McKenna (McKenna Capital) and Marty Keller (Milton Township C.E.R.T.), pictured here in his Ye Olde Golfer duds? We couldn't have done it without you all. From the enthusiastic feedback we received during and after the Par-TEE, this is an event that bears repeating, so count on us back at Cantigny Golf Youth Links for the third annual Par-TEE on the Par Three in 2023.

Enjoy these last glorious days of September, and thanks to all who came out last week to enjoy the links and the company of friends.

To autumn,

P.S. Don't miss the Photo Gallery at the bottom of this email featuring more golfers at the Par-TEE...

We are pleased to welcome Maxson Heating and Air Conditioning to the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. Maxson Heating and Air Conditioning is a full-service heating, ventilation, air conditioning and indoor air quality company. Jessica Sanchez, is the owner of this local Wheaton company, and she joined the Chamber as a way to become more involved in the community. Please help us welcome Jessica to the Chamber by visiting their website or emailing at maxsonusa@gmail.com.

Are you a longtime Chamber member, and you've forgotten your login and password information so you don't know how to post your news? Are you new to the Chamber, and you want to learn more about how to really leverage your membership? New, current and prospective Wheaton Chamber members are welcome to join us for Members Matter at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 28, via Zoom. Learn how to maximize your Chamber membership by joining us this Wednesday. Please RSVP here and you'll receive a Zoom link.

The Young Professionals Network met in September at newly-renewed Chamber member My Half of the Sky. Thanks to Sarah Azarela of Sarah Crost Creative who took a great selfie of this month's crowd.

The next YPN meeting will be at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12, at Arrowhead Restaurant for networking and drinks. TJ Luby of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management is leading the charge as the young professionals build a network of up-and-comers who are the future of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. For more information and to register for this event, click HERE.

Cantigny Park presents 'Medal of Honor'

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park continues its date with history series at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, with a program about our nation's highest award for valor in combat, the Medal of Honor.

Guest speaker Javier Martinez will discuss the Medal of Honor’s rich history, including how it came into being. He will share the remarkable stories of several notable recipients and explain the Medal’s connection to Cantigny and the Army’s 1st Infantry Division. A member of the First Division Museum’s education team will also participate in the program. The First Division Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission is free with paid parking of $5 per car. Please visit their website for additional details, including a calendar of upcoming events.

Giving DuPage presents Volapalooza from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 27. Celebrate and show your gratitude to more than 150 volunteers who make a tremendous impact across DuPage County. Giving DuPage is excited to announce their keynote speaker will be Alison Thompson, founder of Third Wave Volunteers. Enjoy breakfast and watch as they present all volunteer honorees with a gratitude gift. To learn more about Volapalooza, buy tickets, or nominate a volunteer click HERE. Deadline to buy tickets and nominate a volunteer is October 13.

Stop by and grab some breakfast at Anthology: Senior living from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Thursday September 29, at 219 Parkway Drive, Wheaton IL 60187. For more information or to register for this event, please click HERE

or call (630) 752-0644.

Become a Community Partner with the MAC for Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop

Diana Martinez, executive director of the McAninch Arts Center (the MAC) invites you to a VIP Community Warhol Partner Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 29, at the MAC. This event will be an opportunity to learn how you and your business can help celebrate the upcoming "Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop," coming to the MAC and the Cleve Carney Museum of Art (CCMA) next summer 2023.

While enjoying a continental breakfast and reception, we'll hear an overview of this upcoming world-class exhibition by Justin Witte, curator of the CCMA. We'll learn more about the "Dupage Public Pop Art Challenge" and as partners, you'll receive two tickets to the exhibition plus an invite to a VIP Warhol Community Partner Party. Our Arts, Business & Culture Committee, under the leadership of Downtown Wheaton Association Executive Director Allison Orr, is already making plans for 2023 -- let us know if you'd like to join us in the planning.

There is no cost to be a partner, just a commitment to cross-promote this exciting exhibition with the MAC. To attend the VIP Community Warhol Partner Breakfast, please click here to register.

Join Fairhaven Wealth Management as they present their webinar, "Practice Your Perfect Retirement," at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 29. During their webinar, which will be hosted via Zoom, the Fairhaven Wealth Management team will cover things that you need to know to maintain a strong retirement plan in today's economic environment. To register for this webinar, please click HERE.

Join the Wheaton Public Library as they celebrate library card sign-up month in September with a scavenger hunt in Downtown Wheaton. People can visit 12 businesses and enter a secret word on the poster in the window and learn a fun fact about what their library card can do for them. All entries are entered into a drawing to win a $25 DWA gift card. For more information, click HERE.

Join NAMI DuPage for Octoberfest, starting at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 7, through Sunday, October 9. The event will be held at The DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road in Wheaton. There will be a carnival, live bands and entertainment, car show, pancake breakfast, kids activities, and a beer and wine tasting. For more information and ticket pricings click HERE.

NAMI DuPage is also looking for Sponsors. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, click HERE. Here's a video about the event...

Join the Downtown Wheaton Association as they host the Chili Cookoff, returning to downtown Wheaton from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8. Click here for tickets.

Thirteen restaurants will be vying for your vote and there will be live music by the Wheaton Dad Band. Check-in begins at noon at the W Tent on Front Street (next to Naperville Running Company) and winners will be announced at 5:00 p.m. at the Innovator Hale Street Tents - Wheaton Drama Stage. Get your tickets soon as this event sells out fast!

Two Bostons is hiring a retail sale superstar, full and part time. To learn more about this job and to apply, click here.

Gary United Method Church is hiring a Christian Education Assistant. For more information and to apply, click HERE.

Our Wheaton Chamber members have a lot going on and they have a lot to say! Read press releases from our members, learn about job openings and see our Chamber members' "Hot Deals."

Got a job posting or a special you'd like to share? Contact Lilly Chan.