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Chamber/Jaycees Village Clean Up Day is May 16

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!

April 2026

Member of the Month

Forever Home Feline Ranch

Pictured L to R: Addelyn Shawver, Cathy Doyle, and Megan Fellows.

Congratulations to Forever Home Feline Ranch for being chosen as the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for April! 

Forever Home Feline Ranch, located in Rochester, Illinois, is a nonprofit organization created to provide every cat in need a forever home. They strive to provide a sanctuary where cats will have a second chance to live a full life in a no-cage, no-kill environment. Forever Home Feline Ranch leads efforts to make Central Illinois a no-kill community by ending euthanasia as a method of controlling the feline population.

Now in its 17th year of operation, FHFR has found loving homes for hundreds of kittens and cats. They host many adoption events, but can regularly be found between 12-3 p.m., the 1st and 4th Saturday of every month at Ace Hardware on Wabash in Springfield. They can also be found between 12-4 p.m. at PetSmart on Veterans in Springfield on the 2nd and 3rd week of every month.

Not looking to adopt, but would like to support? There are always community fundraisers being held and direct donations are also welcome! Details can be found on their website at felineranch.org.

The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Forever Home Feline Ranch as our Member of the Month for April.

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

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

The Coop's 3rd Annual Spring Fling is this Saturday!

Join The Coop for a fun, laid-back parking lot party filled with local vendors, handmade goods, sweet treats, and all the spring vibes.

• Saturday, May 2nd 2026
• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• 120 N. Main St. Chatham

Shop a curated lineup of small businesses outside, then head inside The Coop for in-store shopping, special sales, and all your favorite finds. Whether you’re browsing handmade goods, grabbing a treat, or just soaking up the sunshine, there’s something for everyone!

Chatham Railroad Museum to Host "Touch a Truck" on May 2 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

BCEF's Iron Chef Event Coming May 8th

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.

Jessica Derhake from JD Haley People Strategies and Studios to Offer a Creative Healing Experience

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

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

Birth to Five Illinois Invites You to Share Your Stories 

Birth to Five Illinois has created a space for families and community members in every Illinois Region to share their experiences with local Early Childhood programs and services. Through stories about challenges and successes, we can identify the issues and work collectively to mend what is broken, while also celebrating what is working.