Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Held May 7 | The Mayor's Prayer Breakfast took place on May 7th at the Chatham United Methodist Church. Kevin Elliott, Central Illinois Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, (pictured on the left) was the guest speaker. Retired Glenwood High School teacher and coach, Tom Johnson Sr. (pictured right) also addressed the audience. | Chamber/Jaycees Village Clean Up Day is May 16 | |  | |
May 16
Chamber/Jaycees Village Clean Up Day - 9 a.m., Veterans Memorial Square, Chatham
May 19
Ribbon Cutting for Scouting America's Renovated Booth Lodge, 4 p.m., 6610 Iron Bridge Rd., Springfield
May 28
Business After Hours at XGolf - Springfield, 5-7 p.m., 3201 S. Veterans Parkway, Springfield
June 2
Ribbon Cutting for Local First Springfield, 4 p.m., Chatham Chamber Office
June 3
1st Golf Committee Meeting, 11:30 a.m., The Creek Pub & Grill
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Annual Membership Drive Continues
Sign up a new member business on or before June 30th and be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card to the chamber member business of your choice! Details below:
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Chatham Area Chamber Business After Hours at
XGolf on May 28
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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!
| | You're Invited to Attend Networking on the Green ~ June 25th! | | |
Networking on the Green ~ What You Need to Know
Chamber members are invited to attend Networking on the Green at the Memorial Health Championship Presented by LRS Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 25 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Panther Creek Country Club.
Guests will arrive and gather on the rear patio to check in and either drop off a business card or complete a registration form to receive a wristband for tournament hospitality that evening.
Attendees can watch the end of the first round of the tournament and will have the option to purchase J&J Gaming VIP Lounge passes for the remaining rounds at a discounted rate. This is a one-time offer that will expire.
Beginning at 4:15 p.m., the parking area at the clubhouse will open and attendees can park there. Once those spaces fill, on-street parking is permissible in the Panther Creek Subdivision for this event. Guests should be mindful of mailboxes, driveways and fire hydrants and ensure not to block them as cars may be towed if they are blocking them.
Off-site parking will be available at Landmark Chrysler Jeep FIAT (2331 Prairie Crossing Drive, in Springfield). Guests can park, ride the air-conditioned shuttle, and be dropped off right near the first tee. Shuttles run until approximately 7:45/8 p.m.
There is no cost to attend this event and complimentary food and beverages will be available.
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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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Women's Baseball in Illinois and the Midwest
Tuesday, May 19th at 6:00 p.m.
| Step back in time and discover the incredible history of women's baseball-right here in Illinois! Join us for an engaging presentation that explores the rise of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II. Learn about legendary teams like the Rockford Peaches and Peoria Redwings, the players who broke barriers, and the unique rules, uniforms, and traditions that made history....Learn More . | | | | Upcoming Member & Community Events | | Please note: The Chamber reserves the right to request modifications to submissions to ensure software compatibility. | | New at BJ Grand Salon & Spa! | | |
Introducing the NEW 4D Lift & Sculpt Facial featuring IMAGE Skincare’s revolutionary VAL.U.LIFT technology. Designed to help lift, firm, hydrate, and restore the appearance of volume while helping counterbalance visible effects often associated with GLP-1 weight loss medications.
Ready to experience the glow?
Contact the salon to learn more or book online at www.bjgrandsalon.com
| | 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.
DONATE
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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.
| | 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 26th 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 | | Please enjoy the Birth to Five Illinois: Region 51 Family Connection--Summer Edition! | | |
If you have an event that you would like to see highlighted in future Family Connections, contact Amanda DeFord.
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