Chamber Ambassadors Take Part in Community Outreach

Chamber Ambassadors gathered on April 30th at 3rd Presbyterian Church in Springfield to feed dinner to the children who are enrolled in Compass for Kids' afterschool program. What a great way to spend a little time to make a big difference!

Sign Up to be Part of the Chatham Area Chamber Golf Outing Committee

Deadline Extended Until Tomorrow for Flyers / Coupons / Brand Merch for Chatham New Resident Packets!

Those who move to Chatham can pick up our goodie bag full of items from our members when they sign up for utilities, or sign up for a Chatham Area Library card! If you'd like to reach these new residents with your message, just deliver 150 items to our office at 106 E. Mulberry St. in Chatham by May 8th. If we're not in the office, you can leave them next door at The Tap Room, and we'll pick them up from there.

Register for May's Luncheon by May 8!

Chatham Area Chamber Business After Hours at

XGolf on May 28

The Chatham Area Chamber is hosting a Business After-Hours event on Thursday, May 28th, from 5-7 p.m. at XGolf Springfield, 3201 S. Veterans Parkway in Springfield.

Appetizers will be available, as well the opportunity to play in one of the golf simulator bays!

Attending events such as these is a great way for Chamber Members to connect with one another, meet fellow business owners and operators, and learn more about the local business community. We encourage all of our Chamber members to join us for an evening of networking!

We would also like to extend a special invitation to any local businesses interested in joining the Chatham Area Chamber to stop by for more information.

Learn more about XGolf below!

May 2026

Member of the Month

Clean Cut Painting & Handyman - Springfield

Pictured: Chatham Area Chamber members Mitch Nelson, Mike Murphy, Will Formea, and Dalton Minder join Jack Geiser (pictured center) and his staff as they are designated Member of the Month for May.

Congratulations to Clean Cut Painting & Handyman Services, for being chosen as the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for May!

Clean Cut Painting & Handyman Services is more than a business; it’s a family legacy rooted in Decatur and growing across the Central Illinois region. With over 30 years of combined experience in the industry, Dara and Colby Geiser began operating Clean Cut Painting and Handyman Services in 2018.

What sets Clean Cut apart is their unwavering dedication to family values. Colby and Dara Geiser, alongside a team of seasoned professionals, have nurtured and grown Clean Cut into a thriving woman-owned and family-operated business. Many of their employees have been part of the Clean Cut business since its inception, embodying the spirit of commitment and continuity.

In 2024, Clean Cut began expanding their footprint to the Springfield area, and brought in their son, Jack, to help lead that initiative.

Give Clean Cut Painting & Handyman Services a call at (217) 494-7028, or email info@cleancutservice.com to set up an appointment, and let them exceed your expectations in creating spaces with a commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism.

The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Clean Cut Painting & Handyman Services as our Member of the Month for May.

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Midwest Mission Accepting Used (But Still in Good Shape) School Supplies

Register Today for the Chatham Jaycees Sweetcorn Festival Shuck n' Run 5K

YMCA's Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Underway

Through our Send a Kid to Camp campaign, we’re raising funds to give unhoused children a life‑changing summer camp experience—filled with nature, friendship, and the freedom to just be a kid.

The RYse and Shine Summer Camp serves children in our community who have been identified as individuals without stable housing. Camp includes breakfast and lunch, tutoring, swim lessons, and exciting field trips that create lasting memories and meaningful support.

The cost of camp for an entire week is $250, but please donate what you can. Every dollar brings us one step closer to giving a child the joyful summer they deserve.

Donate today and be the reason a child smiles this summer.

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Enter to Win a 4-Night All-Inclusive Resort Vacation

Navigator Wealth Strategies to Sponsor a Shred Event on May 9

Memorial Health Championship Launches 2026 Ticket Promotion ~ Visit Springfield to Provide Free Admission



The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS announces the continuation of its partnership with Visit Springfield to provide free access to all four rounds of this year’s Korn Ferry Tour competition. The tournament will take place June 25 –28 at Panther Creek Country Club.

“We are excited to welcome fans back for another incredible week of golf,” said Kate Peters, Executive Director. “This year will feature new on-course experiences, and thanks to our continued partnership with Visit Springfield, we are ensuring the event remains accessible to all. Interest in the tournament has continued to grow over the past ten years and we are working on a phenomenal week of championship golf in central Illinois. Fans can expect new on-course viewing areas and an enhanced focus on family-friendly activities during Saturday’s round. Our goal is to continue to make this event fun, family-friendly and affordable to everyone in attendance.”

“We continue our commitment to bring visitors to Springfield, and this partnership is a reflection of that mission,” said Scott Dahl, Director of the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau. “The city is proud to make this family-friendly event free to attend. With complimentary parking at Landmark Chrysler and free shuttles to the course, it is easy and affordable for fans to enjoy professional golf in Springfield.”

Fans can register for free tickets at MemorialHealthChampionship.com. Upgraded tickets to the J&J Gaming VIP Lounge, featuring premium views of the 9th and 18th greens with all-inclusive food and beverages are also available for purchase.

There are still openings in the COUNTRY Financial® volunteer program. Volunteers are provided with a wide array of benefits including meals while working, tournament branded apparel, the opportunity to play the host course post-tournament and a unique inside-the-ropes view of professional golf.

Opportunities exist for all skill levels and golf knowledge is not required. Those interested in volunteering can get more information on the tournament website or by calling the office.

For more information, contact the tournament office at (217) 670-2910 or visit

MemorialHealthChampionship.com.

BJ Grand Salon & Spa Mothers Day Special

Local Organizations Host a Mother’s Day Tribute

Mother’s Day is a celebration of the mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, wives, children, and mother figures in our lives. Times for warmth and togetherness in these observations can also bring challenges for those touched by grief and loss.

In an effort to support people dealing with a difficult time, Butler Funeral Homes,

Roselawn Memorial Park, and Bisch Funeral Homes invite the community to a Mother's Day Tribute on Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. hosted at Roselawn Memorial Park — 1735 South Camp Butler Road, in Springfield.

This event is free and open to the public. No reservations are necessary. It will include a brief ceremony led by on-staff, certified Celebrant, Judy Woerner, honoring all mothers and the important roles they have played in our lives.

Refreshments and a keepsake will be provided in honor of your loved ones. “As a mother, Mother’s Day is a special holiday for me, as it is for many people, but dealing with loss can make it a difficult and overwhelming time to participate or to feel left out.” says Katie Mendenhall Wilson, Location Manager and Funeral Director for Butler Funeral Homes & Cremation Tribute Center. “We hope this event promotes

healing and supports those who are hurting.”

The public may contact 217-544-4646 for more information about the event.

INB to Host a Free Shred Event May 14

GMS Babysitting Night Scheduled for May 15th

See the Newly-Remodeled Booth Lodge, and All the Spaces Available for Rent at Camp Illinek!

Celebrate Seniors on May 20th

Join us in promoting positive aging through social engagement and meaningful activities. For more information, or to become a vendor at the 26^th Annual Central Illinois Senior Celebration, please contact Barb Hipsher at b.hipsher@ssoci.org or (217) 503-4643.

Titan Fuel's Shrimp Boil & BBQ Coming June 4th!

Register Today for the Glenwood Athletic Boosters Pickleball Tournament - Sponsors Also Sought

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 

Join Birth to Five Illinois, Springfield Urban League, Sangamon County ROSC, and other local vendors for a fun, free, family‑friendly event focused on health, connection, and wellness at the Mind and Wellness Family Day!

Saturday, May 9, 2026

11:00am – 2:00pm

Jaycee Park

2400 E. Monroe St., Springfield