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Chamber Members-
With the leaves starting to change and the air gets a little crisper, it can only mean one thing—the 2024 Spotlight Awards are almost here! On October 8th, we’ll be celebrating the outstanding achievements and contributions within our business community at the
beautiful Cheney Mansion. From a glamorous masked reception to live performances.
Then, at 5:30 PM, we'll dive into the award presentations, where we’ll honor the individuals and organizations making a difference in our community. Interested in finding out who are our finalists? We announced them online last week.
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Don't forget you can pick up a Swag Bag to keep the celebration going! For just $50, you’ll receive a bag filled with surprises to enjoy a night in after your night out. Grab yours before they’re gone—secure your bag when registering for the Spotlight Awards. | |
Let’s make this a memorable night for the community. See you all there! | |
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Darien Marion-Burton
Executive Director
OPRF Chamber of Commerce
#ThriveTogether
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Ticket Pricing:
Chamber Member Business - $30
Non-Member Business - $50
Community Member (A Non-Business Owner) - $45
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We've Planned Your Week!
Here are some events we have coming up over the next week so you can register now and receive a reminder right before the event!
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Voices of Impact:
Lunch & Learn
Tuesday Sep 24th
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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40th Anniversary
Ribbon Cutting at
Oak Park Jewelers
Tuesday Sep 24th
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Ribbon Cutting at Grenke Leasing
Thursday Sep 26,
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Ribbon Cutting at Momentum OP Fitness
Friday Sep 27,
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Join us for a frightful night of fun and competition at the OPRF Chamber's Halloween Trivia Night, where your participation directly supports local non-profits. Non-profits that register a team receive a free Chamber membership! Enjoy dinner, a drink ticket, trivia, and a live auction.
Don't have a team? No worries—register solo, and we'll match you with a group. By attending, you help fund non-profit memberships, allowing them to thrive in our community.
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Plus, you'll have the chance to win prizes, including $125 in local gift cards for trivia winners and $25 gift cards for the best costumes.
Come dressed in your Halloween best and make it a night to remember! 🎃
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Read About Recent OPRF Chamber Updates | | |
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We recently had our Annual Meeting, where we unveiled a Strategic Plan, published our Annual Report and screened our Annual Meeting video. Whew- we've been busy!
Curious about what's ahead? Take a peek and discover our vision for the next ten years.
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Food Vendors, we need your help to make the 8th Annual Bite Nite 2025, the most delicious event of the year!
Warm up a crowd this winter by serving unforgettable culinary delights and/or drinks. We'll take care of the rest! The Nineteenth Century Club's historic ballroom will be filled with live music and hungry guests!
We're carefully picking over 30 local eateries, caterers, and food brands for ONE NIGHT ONLY to treat food enthusiasts to an array of savory bites and sweet treats.
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Ready to take on the challenge to serve your specialties to locals?
Sign up today!
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Sign up to be part of our Frosty Affair Holiday Market! We'll have festive shopping featuring a delightful array of local retailers showcasing their unique products and services for sale. Don't miss out on being part of where shopping becomes a magical experience for all! | | |
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Like to plan ahead? Plan Your Month!
Here are some events we have coming up over the next month so you can register now and receive a reminder right before the event.
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Wednesday Oct 2,
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us in celebrating and supporting Hispanic-owned businesses! Our vendors will be offering attendees a taste of the amazing goods and services our community has to offer.
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Thursday Oct 10,
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
October Nonprofit Affinity Group / Public Relations for Nonprofit Organizations
Please join this month's presenters: John Griffin, Griffin & Stebbing Media, Marketing, Communications, and Erika Hobbs, Growing Community Media.
We will meet at the Main Branch of the Oak Park Library in the Veteran's Room. Parking is available in the Library Parking lot or on Lake Street.
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Friday Oct 11,
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Women in Business - Women's Health Month - Perimenopause
Struggling with symptoms like forgetfulness, trouble sleeping, or mood swings? Join our workshop to learn about perimenopause and discover natural strategies to navigate this stage of life. Julie Brow-Polanco of Julie Naturally, an experienced herbalist and health coach, will guide you toward making these years your best yet.
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Wednesday Oct 16,
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Coffee & Chit Chat with The Chamber
Join us at Spilt Milk for a casual gathering where community members and business owners can connect over a complimentary cup of coffee and engage in meaningful conversation. This event is part of the rollout of our new strategic plan, "Thriving Together".
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Thursday Oct 17,
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Chamber 102
Perfect for new members and those who need a refresher, this fast-paced seminar will review all of your member benefits to maximize your marketing advantage.
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Thursday Oct 18,
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a Chamber sit-down luncheon! A business lunch in a casual setting, with small group networking. Come enjoy the food while you connect and get to know Chamber members.
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