Memorial Day photo courtesy of Rick Roshto

June 2026

AT A GLANCE

Upcoming Events You Don’t Want to Miss

Leading Under Pressure: A Skill Every Leader Needs

Stressful conversations. Tight deadlines. Unexpected challenges. How you respond in those moments can define your effectiveness as a leader.

Join us for Breakfast Before Business on June 9, featuring Anna Marcolin, licensed clinical social worker, high-performance coach, and host of the Badass Confidence Coach podcast. Anna will share practical strategies to help you communicate clearly, lead confidently, and navigate difficult conversations when the stakes are high.

Whether you lead a team, manage clients, own a business, or simply want to strengthen your communication skills, this interactive session will provide valuable tools you can put to work immediately.

Start your day with coffee, small bites, meaningful networking, and insights that can help you lead with greater confidence and composure.



Seats are limited. Register today and join us at Highwood City Hall for this engaging and timely program.

Sponsored by: First Bank of Highland Park

Ribbon Cutting and Sculpture Dedication

Join us as we celebrate the dedication of Highwood's newest public sculpture and another exciting addition to the city's growing collection of public art on Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 PM.

The Highwood Chamber of Commerce invites you to a Ribbon Cutting and Public Sculpture Dedication with Collect with Lulu and Silvertuna Studios, co-curators of Highwood's mural program. Together, they have helped bring creativity and artistic expression to our community, and this new sculpture continues that tradition.

Meet the artist, Chris RWK, and the curators, and learn about the inspiration behind the piece. Join us in recognizing the partnerships and vision that continue to make Highwood a destination for public art.



All are welcome to attend this FREE special community celebration.

Spill Sessions: Behind the Murals



Join Highwood’s mural curators Laura “Lulu” Reich and CJ “Koz” Kozloff On Thursday, June 18 at 440 Green Bay Road for behind-the-scenes stories, cocktails, rooftop views, and conversation inspired by the creatives whose vision transformed Highwood into a living canvas.

More Than Paint explores the transformative power of art and community. Born from a desire to bring people together through creativity and connection, Highwood’s International Mural Festival and city beautification project reimagined the community through large-scale public art, proving that murals can do more than change a visual landscape; they can uplift, inspire, and unite communities.

The film, shot, edited, and directed by Kozloff, stands as one of the most significant undertakings of his life and career. Guests will enjoy a newly created short version of the full-length documentary while learning about the story and impact of bringing public art to the North Shore amongst friends and neighbors.

Sponsored by: Highpoint Living

Bingo at Buffo's



Spend Sunday afternoon, July 26 beginning at noon with us for Bingo at Buffo’s!

Enjoy a fun afternoon with friends, great food and drinks, and chances to win prizes from local businesses. Advance payment is encouraged to reserve your spot, so do not wait to sign up. Gather your table and join us for an afternoon of laughs, community, and a little friendly competition.

Your ticket includes admission and bingo cards.

Sponsored by: Homewatch CareGivers



Spill Sessions: Meat, Mead, Food and Feasting in the Middle Ages



Step into the warm, old-world atmosphere of Disotto on Thursday, July 30, beginning at 6:00 PM for an evening that blends history, storytelling, and conviviality. Surrounded by rustic charm and inspired by centuries-old traditions of gathering around the table, guests will experience the sights, sounds, and flavors that made food and drink such an important part of medieval life. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a lover of culinary traditions, or simply looking for a unique night out, this July Spill Session promises an engaging and memorable experience.

Sponsored by: Highpoint Living

Our friends at the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce invite you to their annual Wine Stroll on Thursday, June 18, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. For questions and additional information, please visit the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce website.

More Ways Your Chamber Works for You

We are excited to share that the Highwood Chamber recently launched a new website, complete with new tools and resources designed to better serve our members and business community.

Of course, you will find all the essentials, including information about the Chamber, our Member Directory, Membership opportunities, Events, and Contact information. If you take a closer look via the Quick Links at the bottom of each page, you will also discover two new resources: Business Resources and Highwood is Hiring.

Thinking about opening a business? Our Business Resources page includes helpful information, contacts, and links to guide you through the process.

If you are a Chamber member looking to fill open positions, we would be happy to include your opportunities in Highwood is Hiring. Simply reach out to us with your job openings. If you are looking for a job, please review our offerings and check back regularly for new opportunities.

Speaking of Chamber member benefits, Melissa Levine, creator of our Eat Drink. Highwood. video and fellow Chamber member, is offering custom short-form videos for Chamber members at an introductory rate of just $99 per video. It is an affordable way to create professional content for your website, social media channels, and marketing efforts. To learn more or reserve a spot on her schedule, contact Melissa at 847-682-5063.



As always, if there is a resource you would like to see added to the website, please let us know.

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Nicholas Pignatari

General Manager

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