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We had a great time planning, communicating, and strategizing the future of our Chamber this week with our new president. We are so excited to execute and better the chamber every day! Look at these smiling faces. :) | |
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Thank you, Women in Business!
Thank You to all who came for our Women in Business Expo last week. We had an amazing time learning about networking and the impact of relationships in business. Big shoutout to our keynote speaker, our panelists, and all of our sponsors for making this event worthwhile! 🎉😁
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Reminder: Send Us Your Events
Have something exciting coming up for your business? Share it with the group! Email marketing@wheatonchamber.com, including your logo, a brief event description, and time and place. We can include it in our weekly newsletter, promote it on social media, or send an E-Blast to your fellow chamber members. Keep us in your marketing toolbox!
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Welcome: Libre Aesthetics!
We had so much fun welcoming Libre Aesthetics to the Wheaton Chamber. Their beautiful spa, range of service options, and personalized treatments are over the top. We can't wait for more. Welcome!
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League of Women Voters: Voting Resources | |
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Young Professionals Network
The Young Professionals meet monthly for morning coffee or evening drinks. Mark Long of Flint Rock is leading the charge as we rebuild a network of up-and-coming professionals who are the future of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. Come see what this group is all about! Click here to visit the YPN website.
Upcoming Events:
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Wednesday, November 6th from 5-7 p.m. at the Wheaton Chamber - new member recruiting event!
Register for any of these events here!
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Ignite University!
Come to Ignite University with Andrew Boston! We will learn how lifelong learning is essential for personal and professional growth, enabling individuals to adapt to a rapidly changing world. By continuously acquiring new knowledge and skills, we stay relevant, expand our horizons, and maintain mental agility throughout our lives. Chips and beverages will be provided.
Wheaton Public Library
Wednesday, Nov. 6
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Click here to sign up!
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Downtown Wheaton Association: Bourbon and Bubbly
First-Ever Bourbon & Bubbly Art + Music Trail!
Gallery Opening Event
Friday, Nov. 8 - Sunday, Nov. 10
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Your favorite shops and restaurants make up this progressive art gallery – visit every stop to check out unique art and all the goods available for purchase at Downtown Wheaton retailers. Join us for opening night on Friday, November 8, where you’ll enjoy samples of bourbon and sparkling wines as you follow the trail of beautiful art and melodious live music.
More details about the Gallery Opening Event and participating businesses and artists* will be announced soon! Click below to visit the event page.
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People’s Resource Center is thrilled to welcome you to our Annual Holly & Hope Holiday Luncheon!
Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Le Jardín at Cantigny Park.
(NOTE: earlier event date)
11:30 a.m. Champagne Reception
12:15 p.m. Luncheon and Program
Individual tickets are $100 per person. Tables of ten (10) are available for $900. When you support our annual Holly and Hope Holiday Luncheon, you are supporting families right here in DuPage County! Click the invitation below for more information or to register.
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College of DuPage Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit
The Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit Entrepreneurs, Educators, and Economic Development Leaders Midwesterners are famous for getting things done. Since the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Chicagoland has been a hub of enterprise and entrepreneurs, from Marshall Field to ThinkCERCA’s Eileen Murphy Buckley.
To celebrate and continue this legacy of successful innovation, the inaugural all-day summit provides resources and support for educators and aspiring entrepreneurs and connects partners and funders to the growing suburban incubation and acceleration movement led by Innovation DuPage.
Click here for more information!
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Pumpkin Fest at Cosley Zoo
Thousands of pumpkins will line the front lawn of Cosley Zoo this October at the zoo's annual Pumpkin Fest, happening October 1-31. Visitors can pick out a pumpkin, sip on cider, purchase various seasonal outdoor decor items, and make new family memories—all while enjoying a visit to the zoo! Cosley Zoo is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day in October.
Regular zoo admission rates apply for Pumpkin Fest. Cosley Zoo is FREE every day for children ages 0-17 and for Wheaton Park District residents of all ages!
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Ladies & Gents Night Out
Join Belmont Village for a festive night out! Enjoy wine, cheese, and hors d'oeuvres, and begin your holiday shopping. In addition to many local vendors, our own "Creative Endeavors" art club residents will sell their handmade jewelry. Raffle prizes will be available with all proceeds benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.
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Arts DuPage At The MAC
October is Arts DuPage Month! A 31-day celebration of the arts throughout DuPage County! Use Code: ARTSDP for special offers. Learn more about Arts DuPage Month special programming here.
The McAninch Arts Center has focused on enriching our community with world-class entertainment opportunities beyond the stage.
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Fall Fun with the Wheaton Park District
The Wheaton Park District has created an amazing fall program for our beautiful community. With a range of events from concerts to fall festivals, visit their website here to check out all of the exciting upcoming events!
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Episode 83: Bill Zeuch - In this episode of The Local, host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman welcome special guest Wild Bill Zeuch, a beloved Wheaton legend and Marc's next-door neighbor. The trio dives into a lighthearted discussion about their neighborly relationship, and Bill admits investing in his children’s college fund to fuel his entrepreneurial dreams. Hear how that gamble paid off in a big way!
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Please Tell Us Your News
Our Wheaton Chamber members have a lot going on and you have a lot to say! Read press releases from our members, learn about job openings and see our Chamber members' "Hot Deals." Got a job posting or a special you'd like to share? Contact us.
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This week:
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Meet the President Breakfast - Wednesday, October 30, 8:00 - 11:00 am
Coming up:
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Chamber Champions - Tuesday, November 5, 2:00- 3:00 p.m,
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Ignite University - Wednesday, November 6, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
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YPN Recruitment Event - Wednesday, November 6, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m
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Ambassadors Committee - Thursday, November 7, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
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Arts, Business and Culture Committee - Tuesday, November 12, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
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DEI Committee – Thursday, November 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
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Economic Development Consortium - Thursday, November 14, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
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Finance Committee - Thursday, November 14 – 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
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