Happy September!

Fall is almost officially here and that means it's time for our beloved annual event - the 3rd annual CHILI COOK-OFF! There's still time to sign up to participate as a chef or a sponsor! New this year will be pumpkin crafts for the kids, thanks to Phillip's Flowers as well as a 50/50 raffle! As always, Hop District beer will be available for purchase as well as other refreshments. Spread the word to family and friends and don't miss this fun fall evening in La Grange Park! Follow along on our event page for any updates!

CHILI COOK-OFF

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

A very warm welcome to our two new members:

Bill's Place and Wood Food Systems!

Bill's Place, a La Grange Park staple, just celebrated their 40 year anniversary! Whether it's a stop in for lunch in their adorable diner, bringing a delicious dinner home to the family, or a special event that you need catered, Bill's Place does it all! Take a look at the incredible menu offered at Bill's Place here!

Bill's Place

1146 Maple Ave.,

La Grange Park, IL 60526

Phone: (708) 352-6730

www.facebook.com/BillsPlaceLGP/

Since 1991, Wood Food Systems has been the exclusive distributor in the Chicagoland area for Broaster Co. and Northern Illinois and Wisconsin for Southern Pride. Family owned and operated by the same owners as Bill's Place (and right next door) - learn more about this great La Grange Park business here!

Wood Food Systems

1140 N. Maple Ave.

La Grange Park, IL 60526

info@woodfoodsystems.com

Phone: (847) 949-9663

www.facebook.com/WoodFoodSystems/

SEPTEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Our Member Spotlight this month is Bill's Place! Learn more about this wonderful La Grange Park restaurant that's been serving up the tastiest fast food for 40 years!

How long has your business/organization been around? 

Since 1984, Bill's Place has been serving the community the best fast-food in town!

What are your key products/services?

Fresh crisp salads, burgers, homemade Italian beef, pizza, pasta and gyros are only a few of the many tantalizing menu options Bill’s Place has to offer. Their most popular menu item, broasted chicken, is cooked at an exceedingly high temperature, leaving the meat remarkably juicy and hot. They use only the highest quality ingredients. Dine in, carry-out and catering, too - no matter what your preference, it's all fantastic at Bill's!

How do you hope the Chamber will help your business grow?

We hope the Chamber will continue to further our ties with the community!

Outside of your business, how do you enjoy spending your time?

Family is everything, but even outside of our business, we are always thinking of how to better our business!

Reach out, stop in for a bite, or order lunch/dinner from Bill's Place today:

Bill's Place

1146 Maple Ave.,

La Grange Park, IL 60526

Phone: (708) 352-6730

www.facebook.com/BillsPlaceLGP/

La Grange Area

Home & History Tour

September 15th • Noon-5pm

La Grange Area Historical Society

Guests will enjoy touring through six unique residences where the homeowners will be available to answer questions and chat about their experience living in their home! Get your advance sale tickets here!

CatNap from the Heart's Artisan Market

September 15th • Noon-4pm

CatNap Parking Lot

Join CatNap at their 1st Annual Artisan Market in their parking lot. Over 15 vendors, including crafts, produce, clothing, books, jewelry, skincare and much more. Watch their Facebook page for more information on vendors and raffle prizes.

Last Summer Cruise Night

September 16th • 5pm

La Grange Park Antique Mall

Check out the vintage cars on display, grab a bite to eat at one of the nearby restaurants, and stroll through the LGP Antique Mall until they close at 8pm. A neat local event for the whole family!

Chamber Members Meeting

September 19th • 8am

Hop District Community Brewing

Join us for our September meeting where we'll network with one another and hear from some of our committee heads on all the great Chamber events coming this fall/winter!

La Grange Park Police

Department's Burger Bash

September 21st • 11am-3pm

Posto 31

Swing by the 4th annual Burger Bash where La Grange Park Police Officers battle it out to see who is the best burger chef. 100% of proceeds go towards Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Community Assisted Rides

Fall Benefit | Dueling Pianos

September 27th • 6-10pm

Holiday Inn, Countryside

Support Community Assisted Rides, formerly ICP, at their upcoming annual fall benefit. Sign up by September 20th here!

La Grange Area Historical Society

Last Summer Concert/Picnic in the Park

September 27th • 6:30pm

Vial House

Bring your chairs, blankets and a picnic and enjoy free live music on the lawn at the Vial House! Grab a neighbor and gather for some family-friendly fun! (Check their website on the day of in case of cancellation due to weather.)

ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER

• November 7th, 2024 •

Our Annual Awards Dinner 2024 will be on November 7th at Hop District Brewing with food served by Mattone Restaurant - invitations will be coming soon! This is always a lovely evening for our members and we will celebrate our 2024 "Business of the Year!"

HOLIDAY COOKIE WALK

• December 5th, 2024 •

We are excited to bring a new event to the community this holiday season. Plans are in the making for the Chamber's 1st Cookie Walk on 31st Street in La Grange Park. Keep an eye out for further details and save the date now!

The Community Park District's Fall Brochure is out and the offerings are plentiful. Take a look and sign up for some great fall programming!

We were happy to join our friends at the La Grange Park Public Library at their Grand Re-Opening event! It was wonderful to be a part of the ribbon cutting ceremony and to see so many Chamber members there! The new library space is just beautiful ~ be sure to stop by and check it out!!