Monday July 6, 2020
Chamber News
BACC President's Message:
Virtual and Hybrid Events to Meet Your Needs!

This month of July BACC will continue to educate, inform and connect BACC members through a variety of events designed to please every comfort level.

For those itching to see fellow faces we have our first in-person Midday Meetup at Enzo & Lucia's Ristorante & Cafe in Long Grove on Wednesday, July 8; networking while enjoying classic Italian dishes and family recipes. Later this month Women's Biz Net will bring guests together for their Girls Night Out event on Thursday, July 30 at McGonigal's.

As members have expressed varying degrees of comfort with COVID, BACC will deliver! We will continue to offer Virtual only events - such as our Virtual Coffee Break, coming July 16, and a Virtual Membership Boot Camp, scheduled for July 17. In-person events will begin to increase. The Barrington Young Professionals will meet on July 14 at The Hampton Social in The Arboretum of South Barrington, and on July 28 at The Onion Pub & Brewery in Lake Barrington. Our Golf Classic will hit the links at The Club at Wynstone on Monday, August 3.

Then, look for some hybrid events. We are planning one for September 25, the day of our Outstanding Women Leaders luncheon at Biltmore Country Club. There will be in-person tickets and live-streaming tickets as we celebrate women in our communities who have excelled in the following categories: professional excellence, nonprofit leadership, mentorship and education, and community impact.

BACC offers something for every comfort level as we adapt to our new normal. Let us know what you are interested in. Send us an email us at: communications@barringtonchamber.com.
 -- Suz anne Corr, BACC President/CEO
Register for the Midday Meetup at Enzo & Lucia's Wednesday
Join us for an informal monthly networking opportunity at our Midday Meetup this Wednesday, July 8 from noon - 1:15 p.m. at Enzo & Lucia's Ristorante & Cafe, 343 Old McHenry Rd. in Long Grove .

Enjoy a delicious lunch while connecting with other Chamber members and meeting new prospects. Bring your business card and 30-second intro. Cost is $30 for members/$40 for guests.
Welcome to These New BACC Members
Join BYP for Happy Hours in July

Join the Barrington Young Professionals (BYP) for one or two Happy Hours next month! They will meet from 4:00 - 6:00 pm on Tuesday, July 14 at The Hampton Social at 100 W. Higgins Rd. in The Arboretum of South Barrington; and on Tuesday, July 28 at The Onion Pub & Brewery at 22221 Pepper Rd. in Lake Barrington. The BYP group consists of Chamber members under 40 who meet to network, provide peer support and build business. Attendees pay for their own refreshments.
BACC Virtual Coffee Break on July 16 - Register Online
Join us for a Virtual Coffee Break on Thursday, July 16 at 2:00 pm.

Let's reconnect and share news about adjusting to the Phase 4 Guidelines, and discuss where we go from here.

This is a FREE event, but you must sign up in advance on the BACC website to receive your zoom link.
FREE Virtual Membership Boot Camp July 17 - Sign Up Online
Get the training you need to maximize your BACC membership benefits at our Virtual Membership Boot Camp on Friday, July 17 from noon - 1:15 pm. This Boot Camp is for any BACC member who wants to:
·      Use BACC resources to expand their presence
·      Market their products, services and events
·      Network to build relationships
 
This is a FREE training, but you must sign up to receive your ZOOM link.
Buy Your Tickets for the Barrington Wine Walk on July 25
Tickets are on sale now for the Barrington Wine Walk on Saturday, July 25 from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Check-in begins at Neoteca, Inc., 130 S. Hough St. in Barrington. Enjoy a “Sipping Saturday” sampling great wine provided by participating merchants, listening to outdoor music at “Barrington Unplugged,” and visiting unique stores during Barrington's Sizzling Sales Days. Tickets are $25 and include: access to a 1-oz. pour at each merchant location, souvenir wine glass, a map of the wine-tasting locations, and a list to check off each tasting sample. CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS.
Register for WBN Girls Night Out at McGonigal's Pub July 30
Join the BACC Women's Biz Net for a Girl's Night Out on Thursday, July 30 from 5:00-7:00 pm at McGonigal's Pub, 105 S. Cook St. in Barrington. Cost is $30 and includes a complimentary drink ticket, appetizers and mini-pampering services. Proceeds from this event support the Lauren Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund. Must be 21 or over to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Sign Up to Play, Sponsor or Donate at the Golf Classic Aug. 3
Calling all Golfers: Sign up to play at the BACC Golf Classic at The Club at Wynstone on Monday, Aug. 3. Enjoy a round at this beautiful Jack Nicklaus course while networking.
Get your foursome together or sign up as a single and we will match you up. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO PLAY.

Spotlight Your Business: Only a few Exclusive Hole Sponsorships are left! For $300 you can set up on the tee with your signage and table, promote your business to over all golfers, and receive recognition in the program.

Many thanks to our Eagle Sponsor Idealease, Inc. ; Birdie Sponsors Barrington Heating and Air and Shake Guys ; Putting Sponsor Barrington Bank & Trust Co., N.A. ; Scoreboard Sponsor Connie Antoniou - Jameson Sotheby's International Realty; Scorecard Sponsor The Garlands ; 19th Hole Sponsor McMaid Home Services , and Super Ticket Sponsor 101 West.
Donate a Golf Classic Raffle Item to Promote Your Business!
Promote your business to over 100 golfers at the BACC Golf Classic on Aug. 3 at The Club at Wystone. Donation items can include: a round of golf, dining gift cards, a gift basket of unique merchandise, food and/or beverages, a gift certificates for your business services and more! Donations must be received by July 23. Call (847) 381-2525 or to email your donation description and value CLICK HERE.
COVID News & Resources
Lake County Small Businesses Can Apply for Assistance Grants Starting Tomorrow

The Lake County Board has allocated $10 million to fund the Lake County Small Business Assistance COVID-19 Grant Program. The program was created to assist small businesses in Lake County that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. Beginning July 7, businesses will be able to apply online for up to $30,000 to cover up to four months of occupancy costs (rent, mortgage, utilities), as well as expenses incurred due to COVID-19 (new equipment, plexiglass, masks, sanitization services/materials, employee training, etc.).  Click here for details.
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Thank You to Our
2020 BACC Chairman Circle Advantage Members !
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