Open for our October 31 Weekly Digest with events, member news and more

October 31, 2022 Weekly Digest

Chairman's Circle Members

Happenings in and around the Chamber!

HOT DEALS

JOB BOARD

Welcome to Our New Members!

Asbury Gardens

European Chef to the Rescue

Happy Halloween!

Tomorrow, November 1st, our contest opens to submit a design for a Community Flag. We are excited to see what designs are submitted; scroll down to read the press release and start designing!

Also, the Chamber's Board of Directors voted to offer Holiday Chamber Bucks again this year. Sales begin on Monday, Nov. 14 and the promotion concludes once we have donated $5,000 worth. Scroll down for all the details!

Mayor's Address

For those of you who listen to Batavia Mayor Schielke's weekly address, you can listen to his address recorded on Friday, October 28 here. As a reminder, Batavia City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave. is an early voting location. Voters may cast ballots from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. this week from October 31 through November 3. It is requested that you enter the building on the southside.

We continually update our home page, bataviachamber.org when new resources and information comes out. Also, check our calendar for new events from us and the community. Make certain you check the calendars regularly!

As always, we are now, and will be in the future, here for you.

Most sincerely,

Margaret, Patti and Shirley

Your Batavia Chamber of Commerce Staff

Batavia Chamber of Commerce Announces Community Flag Contest

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a Community Flag Design Contest that is open to all Batavians. The contest will engage the citizens to design a flag that represents their love for Batavia.

The contest begins November 1st and runs through March 1, 2023. The winning design will be announced on April 1, 2023. The committee reserves the right to make changes to winning design. Visit www.BataviaFlag.org for contest details, instructions, and a submission form. Follow the Facebook page updates. Read the entire press release.

Don't miss this opportunity to advertise in the 2023 Community Guide!

Batavia Chamber members get first choice for advertisement space. Check out the ad package here and then email Kurt here to reserve your space!

Seeking Nominations for 2022 Batavia Citizen of the Year!

Do you know someone who deserves recognition? The Citizen of the Year Award is given to a local resident whose service and dedication have made a significant contribution to the community. Read all the criteria here.

Nominations should be made in the form of a letter of recommendation and dropped off, mailed, or emailed to the Chamber of Commerce, no later than Monday, Nov. 7, stating the reasons why the individual being nominated is worthy of this honor. Citizen of the Year is selected from the nominations by a panel of previous Citizen of the Year honorees in November and announced in December. The winner will be honored at the Inspire Celebration in April 2023.

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings!

All are welcome - please join us!

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: K. Hollis Jewelers, Boutique & Wine Bar, 2030 W. Main Street, Batavia on Thursday, November 10 at 4:30 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Stronger Therapeutic Services, 201 Houston St., Ste. 105, Batavia on Friday, November 11 at 4 p.m.

Registration Closes on Friday, November 4!

Questions? Contact Patti Anselme via patti@bataviachamber.org or call (630) 879-7134, Ext. 3! Thank you so much for your contributions!

Volunteering at the Northern Illinois Food Bank

We joined forces with Batavia Illinois Rotary Club to volunteer for a shift at Northern Illinois Food Bank on Thursday, Oct. 27. It always feels good to help and we appreciate all who came. Also joining us were members of the Explorer Post 1103 with the Kane County Sheriff's Office.

With more than 40 volunteers, we were spread between three tasks. One group packed 2,075 pounds of sweet potatoes into 415 bags. Two other groups created holiday meal boxes. One packed 7,395 pounds of food, and the other 7,376 pounds. Together, 1,157 boxes were readied, enough food for 12,310 meals. Well done, group!!

News and Updates from Our Members

Grand Re-Opening Celebration at K. Hollis Jewelers, Boutique, & Wine Bar Set for Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Our 20-year journey continues with a Grand Re-Opening celebration on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our brand new, 10,000 square foot location at 2030 Main St in Batavia (southwest corner of Randall Rd. and Main St.). The event features hourly raffles, wine and beer specials all day, fresh woodfired pizza made onsite from Calogero’s at noon. Read the entire press release.