TOMORROW!
Register here for the last
Virtual Meet, Greet & Network of the year on Nov. 17.
The Zoom link will be sent after you register.
Mayor Jim Holland will be our guest speaker and Old Plank Trail Community Bank our sponsor.
We are now scheduling presenters and sponsors for the 2021 MGN season.
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IMPORTANT:
Register for 5:30pm, Wednesday Zoom membership meeting to vote for 2021 Board of Directors slate
Due to the rising COVID positivity rates and gather-ings still limited to 25 people, we are postponing the dinner and awards portion of our Annual Meeting until Wednesday, January 20. All tickets and sponsorships already sold will be honored at the January event.
In the meantime, please register here to join us at 5:30pm, Nov. 18 via Zoom for the meeting portion of the event as we present for your approval the 2021 Board of Directors slate and the Chamber Bylaws. The Zoom link will be sent to you after you register.
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Deadline today
Small Business Assistance Grant
Small businesses located in Will County with less than 50 full-time employees and under $5 million in annual gross revenues are encouraged to apply for the second round of the COVID-19 (CARES Act) Small Business Assistance Grant Program.
Apply by Nov. 16 to receive up to $15,000. Eligibility, application and more information here.
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Tier 2 mitigations effective November 11
Governor Pritzker announced new Tier 2 mitigations for regions 5, 7 and 8, which includes Will County. The mitigations follow the announcement of 10,573 new cases of COVID-19 across the state and rising positivity rates.
Bars and Restaurants
- Reduce party size from 10 to six individuals
Meetings, Social Events and Gatherings
- Maximum indoor/outdoor gathering size of 10 individuals
- Applicable to professional, cultural and social group gatherings
- This does not reduce the overall facility capacity dictated by general business guidance, such as office, retail, etc.
- Not applicable to students participating in-person classroom learning
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Not applicable to sports, see sports guidance
Offices
- Promote work from home when possible
Organized Group Recreational Activities
- Limit to lesser of 25 guests or 25 percent of overall room capacity both indoors and outdoors
- Groups limited to 10 individuals or fewer
- Does not apply to fitness centers
(These mitigations do not apply to schools.)
Illinois Department of Public Health recommendations are available here.
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Please support our local restaurants/bars/catering companies.
Below is an updated Chamber Eatery list to help with your meal planning. Click on the flyer to open and print. The list can also be found on our website here
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Maximizing your online sales discussion Nov. 18 |
The next installment of the CO— Blueprint series, Maximizing Your Online Sales will be at 11am, Wed., November 18. In partnership with Chase for Business, discussion will be about transitioning from in-person to online sales. This event is complimentary for all business builders, big and small register here.
Whether you are starting up, pivoting your business model, or re-evaluating your sales strategy, this interactive discussion will focus on helping businesses take their e-commerce systems to a new level. From customer outreach to product delivery, host Jeanette Mulvey, Content Director at CO—, will interview experts and small business owners alike to share tools and practical insights you need to make the most of your digital sales strategy.
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Click here to read and download all the recent Member Spotlights
Submit your information for a Member Spotlight here
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Shop Small Saturday
Early Bird Event
Watch for a list of participating Frankfort businesses to be posted at www.FrankfortChamber.com and on the
Chamber’s Facebook and Instagram.
Click on the flyer to open and download.
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Join the Holiday FUN at the Chamber's 25th Annual Midnight Madness--specials, raffles, refreshments and more!
Stroll, shop and dine in a safe, socially distanced environment from 6pm-midnight, Friday, Dec. 11.
Watch for a list of participating businesses to be posted at FrankfortChamber.com and the Chamber’s Facebook and Instagram.
Support your Community--Shop, Dine and Play LOCAL!
If your business would like to take part in Midnight Madness and stay open until midnight, register here.
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Apply for second round of Business Interruption Grant (BIG) program
More details on the latest round of funding and how to apply can be found here
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ComEd offering help to families and businesses experiencing financial challenges caused by pandemic
ComEd is offering a comprehensive customer support package to help families and communities who are recovering from the economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. These assistance measures include:
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Chamber Members Save
with Constant Contact
Connect with your customers and receive up to 25% off with exclusive Chamber Member discount
As a Chamber member, you’ll enjoy exclusive savings on our entire suite of marketing tools, with plans starting as low as $20 per month. Sign up today for your FREE 60-day trial and when you're ready to buy, save 20% when you prepay for 6 months or 25% when you prepay for 12 months.
Questions? Call Constant Contact at 855-797-4708. If you are an existing Constant Contact customer, but would like to receive the Chamber Member benefits, please email billingadjustment@constantcontact.com
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Business Nixle Information System
This free service allows the Frankfort Police Department to disseminate business specific safety and crime trend information.
Joining is Easy
E-mail admin@frankfortil.org with the following information:
• Your name and business name
• E-mail address you can access to receive information
• Mobile phone number
An unlimited number of representatives from your business can register, but we highly recommend at least one manager register per business.
The information shared will be business specific, however this group will also receive alerts pertinent to general public safety.
Questions? Call the Frankfort Police Department at (815)469-9435 or email admin@frankfortil.org
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Employers must provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees by Dec. 31
ALERT on Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Law: Public Act 101-0221 amended the Illinois Human Rights Act ("IHRA") requiring: Illinois employers to provide annual sexual harassment prevention training by December 31, 2020 and annually thereafter; restaurants and bars to establish and disseminate a written policy on sexual harassment prevention training and provide "supplemental" sexual harassment prevention training; and the Illinois Department of Human Rights ("IDHR") to develop a model sexual harassment prevention training program for use by employers.
Employers may develop their own sexual harassment prevention training program that equals or exceeds the minimum standards for sexual harassment prevention training outlined in Section 2-109(B) and/or Section 2-110(C) of IHRA. More information on the IDHR website here
Joliet Junior College is offering several online Sexual Harassment Workshops. More information and registration can be found here.
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CHAMBER MEMBER
OFFERS & EVENTS
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by calling 708-798-9171.
Pre-orders must be placed by Noon, Monday, Nov. 23. Orders will be available for pick-up at the Homewood or Mokena Cancer Support Center locations
on Saturday, Nov. 28 from 1-6pm Homewood; 11am-2pm Mokena,19645 S. LaGrange Road.
This event is sponsored by the Cancer Support Centers Homewood and Mokena Community Board.
All proceeds support the Cancer Support Centers of Homewood and Mokena.
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Santa is dropping presents early this holiday season to a few lucky winners! The Lincoln-Way High School District 210 Foundation for Educational Excellence is holding an inaugural $10,000 Golf Ball Drop fundraiser at Sanctuary Golf Course at Noon, Dec. 2. Golf Balls are one for $20, three for $50, and seven for $100.
Purchase golf balls today for your chance to win a $10,000 Grand Prize! The ball that is at the bottom (or closest to the pin) will receive the First Prize of $1,000, the Second Prize winner (second ball from bottom or second closest) will receive $500, Third Prize (third ball from bottom or third closest) and Farthest From the Hole winners will each receive a $200 Sanctuary Gift Card. A sealed envelope containing a random number from 1 to 1000 will be placed into Santa’s Hat, and if that number matches the First Prize-winning number, that winner will receive the $10,000 Grand Prize! A maximum of 1000 balls will be sold and dropped. Sales will end on the morning of December 2. Winners do not need to be present. If 400 balls or less are sold, the Foundation reserves the right to reduce all prize payouts 50%, excluding the Grand Prize.
This event will be live-streamed on Lincoln-Way 210’s Facebook page and replayed at a later date. A very special "thank you" to the Village of New Lenox, New Lenox Fire Protection District, and Sanctuary Golf Course for making this event happen.
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Christmas Raffle Tickets
(LWABWO) Christmas Auction has been canceled. Since this is the only event that we do
to raise money for Lincoln-Way area students, we are holding an online raffle that will be streamed on Facebook Live at 7pm on Dec. 15, 2020.
You may purchase raffle tickets:
· Moody Blues Jean Boutique, 1844 E. Lincoln Hwy. Kathy Wilda or a member of her staff will be able to assist.
· You also can send a check to us, PO Box 366, New Lenox, IL 60451 - we will mail you out the ticket.
Tickets: $20
1st Place: $2,000
2nd Place: $1,000
3rd Place: $500
The organization also accepts monetary donations.
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21 topics in 21 minutes for 2021 growth. In less than 30 minutes, the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Joliet Junior College will help you prioritize key 2021 business plans whether it is for your people, your product, your marketing, your sales, your money or the impact of this crisis. In this short one-on-one exercise, we will help you determine up to 3 of the biggest opportunities for growth in the year ahead. We will offer no-cost tools to develop your strategy for success in those areas. Email us at SBDC@JJC.edu and we will send you a link for registration.
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Advanced sign up is required for all members and non-members. Go to www.kidsworkchildrensmuseum.org to sign up and get information about safety measures they have in place. Before your arrival, please be aware of the following:
* Health screening and liability waiver must be signed for every visit
*Temperature will be taken before entering the museum.
*Mask must be worn by every adult and child 2 years old and older.
*Social distancing must be maintained in all areas of the museum.
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Turkey Time Fun: Monday, November 23, 10:30am- 12:15pm at the Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street. 4-10 years and $9/NR $12. Here’s your chance to burn off some of your energy before eating all that turkey on Thanksgiving. Kids will have fun playing games, making a turkey craft and enjoying some ice cream. Stay after for the annual Turkey Shoot basketball competition at 12:45pm. Registration Deadline: November 16.
Letters to Santa: Due Date: December 2 by 5 pm. Park District Residents Only. Starting Nov. 16, Santa’s mailbox will be displayed at the Founders Community Center. Santa will personally write to each family who writes him a letter, provided that all letters are received by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 2. Santa can only send letters to children who include the following: child’s full name, address, city, zip code and of course, their wish list! Parents, please complete checklist when sending the letter. Checklists will be available at the main office or on the Park District website www.frankfortparks.org
Please address letters to:
Santa Claus, 25 Candy Cane Lane, North Pole
(c/o Frankfort Park District, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort, IL 60423).
Due Date: Dec. 2 by 5pm
For more information call the Frankfort Park District office at (815) 469-9400 or visit our website at www.frankfortparks.org. Come join the fun!
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“Have you missed going to the movies and indulging in your favorite snacks? The Emagine Frankfort Movie Theatre is now open and giving you the opportunity to experience The Magic of Movies and More! Check out our website at www.emagine-entertainment.com for showtimes and private theatre rental opportunities.
Emagine Frankfort is located at 19965 South La Grange Rd., Frankfort Il and is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.”
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Virtual Intro to Streaming Options, Mon. Nov. 16 at 7pm.
Tired of paying for cable? Learn about the different streaming services out there, what you need to get set up, and ways to save money.
Virtual Program: Boost Your Immunity with Herbs & Spices, Tues. Nov. 17 at 7pm. Join us to hear integrative nutritionist, Nicole Green, explain how a variety of herbs & spices can boost your immune system and may also improve your health. A question and answer period will follow the 30-minute presentation.
Virtual Let's Talk About Race Discussion, Thurs. Nov. 19 at 7pm. This month, we discuss #NotYourPrincess, edited by Charleyboy. Whether looking back to a troubled past or welcoming a hopeful future, the powerful voices of Indigenous women across North America resound in this book.
Register here or call 815-534-6173.
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Get Protected With COVID-19 Panels!
Getting back to "normal" is important to everyone, but doing it safely is key. Resuming business with new safety precautions can be hard, but we are here to help. Contact us at Advance Glass & Facility Repairs to help your business reopen and operate safely by ordering /installing COVID-19 Panels. Protective freestanding COVID-19 Panels guard against sneezing and coughing, cutting down the spread of germs drastically. We make all kinds of different variations to suit your business needs. Call us today for an estimate or more information at (708)756-0700.
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The CDC now estimates that roughly 40% of COVID-19 transmissions are happening before people feel sick or show any symptoms, and 35% of those with COVID-19 never show symptoms at all. Knowing this makes it increasingly more important for everyone to consider testing to check for both current or past infection, especially before returning to work or other activities. Click on the link to learn more about ARCpoint Labs of Orland Park’s customizable service offerings and help #preventthespread.
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METT Therapy Services is a therapist-owned physical and occupational therapy company that has been located in the south suburbs for over 20 years. METT Therapy contracts with Franciscan Health and is located in the heart of Frankfort at 10367 West Lincoln Highway.
METT Therapy provides individualized care for various post-surgical, orthopedic, neurological, chronic pain and vestibular conditions. METT Therapy is following all CDC guidelines to ensure our patients’ safety is of top priority during these difficult times. METT also accepts most insurances including Medicare and Medicaid and is now offering telehealth services. Call (708) 679-2940 for more information or to set up an evaluation today!
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Elements by The Odyssey- As we navigate through this unprecedented time and resume business with new safety precautions, let Elements put you at ease. We are prepared to accommodate smaller events taking proper safety measures and procedures. INQUIRE TODAY ABOUT RENTAL RATES!
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Kris Pasquini
Interim Executive Director
Frankfort Chamber of Commerce
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Purchase a
Find It In Frankfort
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Pauline Modjeski
Highlands of Frankfort Condominium Association
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Franciscan Health,
Olympia Fields
Melrose Pyrotechnics
S& J Door
America's Backyard
ATA National Title Group
Biskup & Segui Pediatric
Partners
Littleton Claim Services
Currie Motors
Lange Tax & Financial
Services
Frankfort Machine & Tool
The Maddog Strong
Foundation
Illinois Foot & Ankle
Center
Kole Digital Systems
Storage Sense
Park Ace Hardware
South Oak Dodge
Lincolnway Landscape
Varboncouer Law
Fuse Salon\
The Brow Lounge
Principle Lighting
Hickory Creek Church
Lincolnway Community
Bank
Aura Bella Salon & Day
Spa
Law Office of Richard
Rappold
Anna Thielen
Photography
Giordano's
St. Peter's Preschool
Primary Eyecare
Professionals
Briosa Boutique
Frankfort Auto Haus
Dykstra Home Services
Frankfort Memorial VFW
The Family Hearth
General Store
Witkowski Dental
Jameson Plaza
American Family
Insurance--Maria
Hohman Agency
Citispoon
Bridesmaids Social
Summit Hill Education
Foundation
Edison Electric
Payroc, Bryan Moberg
LK Acupuncture
Stefanie Campbell,
@ Properties
Trinity Services Inc.
Gnade Insurance
Beacon Lane
Sandler Training
World Data Systems
BrandDesign
New Horizons Family
Chiropractic
The Alexa Group of
Re/MAX 10
Sterk Family Law Group
Suburban Service
League
John's Auto Service
Lighthouse Fellowship
Unlimited Masonry & Construction
The College Aid
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