The Morton Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing, held on May 6 at Pine Lakes Golf Club was a huge success with over $12,000 raised for Project Pumpkin, the endowment fund the Chamber launched in 2013 in partnership with the Morton Community Foundation. The purpose of the fund is to provide access to the Morton Pumpkin Festival for families in need in our community.

Position: Chamber Marketing & Economic Development Data Outreach Internship
Location: Morton Chamber of Commerce/EDC office, 415 W. Jefferson St.

Reports To: Director and CEO

Hours: 15 - 20 hours per week (approximately)

Desired Availability: July 20 - November 11

Compensation: Paid internship ($8.25 per hour), letter of employment recommendation and resume building

Overall Responsibilities: Assist the Events and Program staff team through the development of written materials, social media, organize Chamber programs, updating reports, Pumpkin Festival planning, and contact with current members.  Assist CEO of Economic Development on data collection and reports, website and social media updates and research on industry and business sectors.

 

View further details and how to apply

The Morton Pumpkin Festival has some great opportunities to showcase your business including the Business Expo and the Parade. Registration is open at the following links:

Business Expo

Parade

Go to www.mortonpumpkinfestival.org to view all the registraitons

Chamber 101

August 2 from noon to 1:00 pm

Morton Chamber Office

FREE to members (includes lunch)

Register Online

Join us for this session that helps you make the most of your Chamber Membership.  This one hour, informal get together includes a review of free member services, promotional opportunities, and our events and programs.  We encourage all new Members, new managers, and current Members who would like a quick reminder of their Member benefits to join us!

August 23 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Kemp 208    

$30 Chamber Members

$40 Non Members

Register Online

 

Join us at Kemp 208 for a special evening session that features a cooking demonstration by Executive Chef Jeff Madden followed by speaker Cathy Kemp, Owner. Cathy and Jeff's bios and photos are at www.kemp208.com. Seating is limited so register early! Meal included in price of registration.

Thanks to our sponsor Alltrust Financial Management! 

There is a need for over 2,000 volunteers to make the Pumpkin Festival a success. W e thank everyone who has already signed up! If you have not signed up, and you and your co-workers, friends, or family would like to help out, visit the link below to secure your spot. There are openings for the Pumpkin Grille, Pancake Breakfast, and the Sweet Shoppe.

Pumpkin Festival Volunteering

Morton Chamber Executive Director Leigh Ann Brown  joined the Peoria Area Chamber of  Commerce for the Washington DC Fly-In from June 13-15, 2016. Special guest was Congressman Darin LaHood. Brown  reported, "Great opportunity to connect with Congressman LaHood and his staff to hear and learn federal updates.  LaHood successfully passed his  first bill while we were there, and we also visited the Capitol hearing from Congresswoman Bustos and Senator Durbin." The Fly-In hosted a line-up of speakers representing both parties from the House and the Senate, Department Heads, press representatives, tours and networking with attendees from LaHood's District. 

Construction is underway on the Memorial Plaza, and it should be finished in time for Pumpkin Festival! You can still purchase memorial pavers for as little as $100. Hurry - the deadline for purchase is August 1.

Pricing and Donation Form

Tuesday, August 23

10:00 am - Noon

Renaissance Coliseum

Bradley University is offering this employment expo for students who will be lined up and eager to attend. Over 800 students are expected. Employers can get more information and register online HERE.

Recently, a donor  to the Morton Community Foundation, used his Required Minimum Distribution from his IRA to start the Historic Hamilton Primary School Endowment Fund at the Morton Community Foundation.  The donor's family has many historic ties to this school, the first "free" and "integrated" school in the nation, located in Otterville, IL.  This fund will provide annual grants, for generations to come, to the Otterville historical society, to be used for renovation and upkeep of the school.

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The 2016 Morton Downtown Super Cruise will be on Saturday, July 9 from 5 to 11 pm on North Main Street. Over 500 cars manufactured from 1930 to 2016 converge upon the village for this six hour event, which draws about 1200 visitors. 1950`s music fills the streets and great "All American" food is served in the local restaurants. No entry fee for cars or people.

The 7th Annual Tractor Show will be on July 16 from 4 to 8 pm at 300 North Main Street in Morton. Come see Vintage Tractors and join in the fun!

Brought to you by Morton Tourism. View their calendar for other events and details.