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Dear Glen Ellyn,
Happy Spring although it does not feel like spring today! April snow showers, bring May flowers!
There is a lot going on throughout the Glen Ellyn community this Spring. Check out events from our community partners below. One of the biggest national events on our minds is the eclipse next week. Safely view the total solar eclipse on April 8th at 1:58 pm with eclipse glasses from the Glen Ellyn Public Library. Pick up one pair of glasses per person, while supplies last, at the drive-up window or at the Library Services, Adult, or Youth desk.
The Glen Ellyn Chamber is happy to share many of our events open for both current and future Chamber members. Check out our event calendar today and highlighted upcoming Chamber events below:
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Free Community Shred Event, Saturday, May 4 at the Duane/Lorraine Commuter Lot. More information can be found if you Click Here.
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Glen Ellyn Chamber Golf Outing, Monday, May 6 at Village Links. Click Here for more information.
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Taste of Glen Ellyn, save the date for August 15 - 17. Click here for more information.
Thank you and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out at
630-469-0907.
Sincerely,
Claudia Thornton
Executive Director
Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce
www.glenellynchamber.com
Chamber Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday - Closed
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Clean Air & Water Show
League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn
| The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn (LWVGE) is teaming with SCARCE to hold an informational event entitled: “The Clean Air & Water Show” on April 4th, 2024 from 7-8pm. It will be held as a live event at the SCARCE facility as well as via Zoom. Attendees will learn about the importance of clean air and water and solutions regarding how to safeguard these resources here in DuPage County. Members of the community are invited to attend. | |
Thursday, April 4, 2024
7:00 - 8:00 pm
SCARCE
800 S Rohling Rd
Addison
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Glenbard Parent Series
Glenbard District 87
| Steinberg discusses topics as varied as whether and how you should be involved in your child’s college education, how to behave when they unexpectedly must move back home, how to state your opinion on their romantic partners, what to do when you disagree with the way they are raising their own child, and what parameters to apply if you want to give them money for a home or startup. He answers such challenging questions as: When do I express my opinion and when should I bite my tongue? How do I know if my son is floundering? Is it okay to help my daughter with her grad school application? | |
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
12:00 & 7:00 pm
on Zoom (see link above)
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Ladies Night Out
Downtown Glen Ellyn Alliance
| Sip, shop and stroll through 20 stores offering amazing discounts, sips and bites for one night only. Grab your friends & purchase your $15 tix today! | |
Thursday, April 11, 2024
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Downtown Glen Ellyn
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Heroes on the Air
Glen Ellyn Historical Society
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Steve Darnall presents this audio-visual presentation, which puts the spotlight on those heroes who made their way from comic strips and comic books to radio in the 1930s, including Little Orphan Annie, Dick Tracy and Superman, as well as some legendary heroes who began in radio... and went on to conquer the world.
$10 adults, $8 Members and students.
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Saturday, March 23, 2024
2:00 pm
Glen Ellyn Historical Society
800 N Main St
Glen Ellyn
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Let's Glow Run/Walk
Glen Ellyn Park District
| On your mark, get set, glow! This 1.25-mile nighttime fun run/walk featuring light-up color stations is not to be missed. Enjoy a rockin’ glow party with a DJ before and after the race. Pre-race activities start at 7 pm, and the first wave of runners will take off at 7:45 pm. The registration fee is $30 for residents and $42 for non-residents, and includes entry into the race, a t-shirt, glow sticks, and access to the pre/post-race activities. This event is open to all ages. | |
Saturday, April 20, 2024
7:00 pm
Ackerman Park
800 St. Charles Rd
Glen Ellyn
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Fleeing for Your Life: Refugee Journey Simulation
Glen Ellyn Public Library
| In this interactive simulation, your group will take on the roles of refugees forced to flee their homeland, making tough decisions along the way. This immersive experience presented by Exodus World Service engages participants through compelling true stories and discussion questions. Follow in the steps of a refugee. This program is made possible through a partnership with the Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission. For adults and middle/high school students. | |
Saturday, April 20, 2024
10:30 - 11:45 am
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
GEPL
North and South Meeting Rooms
Glen Ellyn
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Community Concert
First United Methodist Church
| Looking for a fun and free family-friendly event, complete with a delicious meal? Mark your calendars for an evening of great music and food just steps from downtown Glen Ellyn. | |
Sunday, April 28, 2024
5:30 pm - Concert
6:00 pm - Dinner
FUMC of Glen Ellyn
424 Forest Ave
Glen Ellyn
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Fundraiser
ESSE Adult Day Services
| ESSE Adult Day Care has 3 centers that offer a safe, nurturing environment enabling older adults to participate in cognitive and physical activities throughout the day while caregivers receive the much needed respite that is deserved. | | |
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Renaming
Celebration
Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation
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Thursday, May 9, 2024
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Two Hound Red
486 Pennsylvania Ave
Glen Ellyn
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Annual Meeting and Champions Dinner
B.R. Ryall YMCA
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Monday, May 20, 2024
5:30 pm
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3S002 Route 53
Glen Ellyn
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Local State, County, and Village News | | |
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The DuPage County Recorder's Office is excited to offer local businesses and our veterans a service known as the Honor Rewards Program. Veterans can sign up in our office or online to receive an Honor Rewards lD Card. This card qualifies them to receive discounts and incentives at participating businesses throughout our community. By joining the growing list of Honor Rewards Businesses, you will have an opportunity to show your thanks and appreciation to our veterans. It is easy to join and what your business offers is up to you. Percentage off discount, specific dollar amount or some other incentive. You decide. Once you sign up, your business name will be listed on the DuPage County Recorders website - Honor Rewards Program page. Also, businesses are mentioned in email blasts to our current Honor Rewards members. To help you promote your business as an Honor Rewards Business member, we will provide you with promotional materials such as door stickers and flyers. To become a business member, kindly fill out form below and mail it to the listed address or you can apply online. Click on the link below! | |
Please click on the websites below for the latest up to date information | |
Glen Ellyn Job Board
The Glen Ellyn area is seeking employees for part-time and full-time positions. This is your chance to connect with businesses and discuss your job opportunities.
The Chamber is excited to unite perspective employees to local businesses. Seeing so many local businesses hurt by the employment shortage, we are our continuing our efforts to support our members with our Glen Ellyn Job Board.
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Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce Members
Thank you to our Members. Because of your paid membership, the Chamber is able to continue to connect business with the greater Glen Ellyn community.
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Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce
810 N. Main Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630.469.0907
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