March Luncheon Discussed Ways to Protect Kids in the Digital World | |
Thanks to Christine Feller and Ryan Pearce, from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, for their informative presentation on how to keep kids safe online at our luncheon on March 13th.
Thanks also to Dr. Sam Oertel, Living Well Chiropractic, for being our Business Exhibitor, and to the Crowne Plaza Springfield, for opening their doors to us, and for always providing us a fantastic meal!
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March 26
Ribbon Cutting for DC Chatham Softwash, 4 p.m., 230 Goldenrod Dr., Chatham
March 27
Chamber Community Blood Drive, 3-6 p.m., Veterans Memorial Square in Chatham
April 7
Health & Financial Wellness Fair, 12-3 p.m., Glenwood Intermediate School, 465 Chatham Rd. in Chatham
April 10
Chatham Chamber April Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Motorheads Bar & Grill
| Want to see more events? Click here! | | | Candidates Forum Held March 18 | | |
The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce, along with the Chatham Area Public Library, held a Candidates Forum for those individuals running for the Ball-Chatham School Board on March 18th. We'd like to thank the candidates who participated, including: Priyanka Deo, Brent Kulavic, Andrea Rediger, Lisa M. Lipe, Patrick Phipps, Carrie Jeffries, Maggie Seymour, and Joe Bolletta.
Thanks also to those who submitted questions, and to those who came to the forum and/or watched it on Facebook Live.
Finally, thanks to Michael Murphy, Chatham Chamber President and Partner at HeplerBroom LLC, for moderating the forum; to Nathan Stotts, Chatham Chamber Director, and owner of Computer Works, for assisting with technology; and to Amy Byers, Chatham Chamber Interim Director, and Director of the Chatham Area Public Library, for coordinating the event.
A recording of the forum can be found here:
| | Chatham Chamber & Impact Life Partner to Bring a Blood Drive to the Chatham Area on March 27 | |
Saving lives is its own reward - but at ImpactLife, we like to thank your donors with something extra! As a Donor for Life, you will unlock exclusive rewards and work your way toward earning your favorite ImpactLife gear and more.
It is our way of saying thank you for making a lifesaving difference!
Check out our new program details here!
Chatham Community Blood Drive
Sponsored by the
Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, March 27th, 3 - 6 p.m.
Donor Bus - Chatham Veterans Memorial Square
Can't make it to the blood drive? Donate at the ImpactLife donor center and credit Chatham Chamber.
Enjoy perks and benefits every step of your donor journey! Through Donor For Life, rewards grow in value as you give more throughout each year.
As a reward, donors get a choice of an electronic gift card, bonus points for the Rewards Store
OR charitable donation to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit of the donor’s choice via our Good Giving program.
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Attention Chamber Members! If you are a health care or financial planning/services provider, this event is for you!
The Ball-Chatham School District will be hosting its staff Health and Wellness Fair on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 12-3 p.m. at Glenwood Intermediate School, 465 Chatham Rd., Chatham.
The focus of the health fair is to provide staff members the opportunity to connect with local medical, socio-emotional, and financial resources - all of which will help promote personal health.
You will have the opportunity to interact with up to 500 staff members in a fair-style come-as-you-go event.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the BCSD Staff Health and Wellness Fair, please complete the Google Form linked at the left by March 24, 2025.
A member of their staff will be in contact with you soon with more information.
| | | Chatham Chamber Scholarship Applications are Open! | | |
Each year, the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce awards scholarships to three local graduating seniors. The students receive a $1,000 scholarship to be applied to the college or university of their choice.
Applications are judged on a combination of academic achievement, volunteer work experience and future goals. To qualify, high school seniors must:
- Reside in Sangamon County
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Be either employed by a Chatham Area Chamber member, or their parent/guardian must be employed by a Chatham Area Chamber member. Not sure if the employer is a member of the Chatham Area Chamber? Just ask the business, or go online to the Chamber's website to check our member roster.
The Chamber Scholarship Program aims to promote business within the community. All applications must be submitted by Friday, March 28, 2025.
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March 2025 Member of the Month
Pole Barn Chic Events
| | Pictured L to R: Jim Blizzard, Marcie Williams, Nathan Stotts, Nick Kondelis, Will Ryan, Joe Ryan, Jose Flores, Audrey Kondelis, Angie Wall, Brady Wycoff, Zach Thornton, Courtney Bouvet, Will Formea, and Dalton Minder | | |
Congratulations to Pole Barn Chic Events, LLC, for being chosen the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for March!
Pole Barn Chic was specifically created for people who want (or need) to throw an over the top party but don't have the time, knowledge, patience, team, or space to do so. They guarantee that any party that they throw for their clients will be remembered fondly and talked about for years to come.
Audrey and Nick Kondelis are the owners of Pole Barn Chic Events, LLC. “My husband is ‘big city,’ and I am ‘small town country,’” says Audrey. “When our worlds collided, we fell in love. The brand Pole Barn Chic was born out of our love and the way we throw fun, wild, carefree parties. My idea of celebration is throwing a big city party inside a big ole country barn. You can expect eclectic style at its finest with Pole Barn Chic!”
As an event designer and owner, Audrey says that her job is to take their clients’ themes and deliver more than they ever knew existed. “I pay extremely close attention to detail and leave absolutely nothing to the imagination,” she says. "By providing a full-service staff the day of the event, there will be no worries. We will handle all problems, all ‘mini-emergencies,' last-minute decisions, and most importantly we will make sure the guest of honor isn't bothered with anything!”
Pole Barn’s accredited staff will do everything they can to deliver the event of their clients’ dreams.
Pole Barn Chic is open Tuesdays through Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. They can be reached at 217-685-7389, or polebarnchicevents@gmail.com.
The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to name Pole Barn Chic as its Member of the Month for March.
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Registration is now open for this year's Book Camp! Campers ages 4 years through 6th grade can participate in stories, crafts, games, and hands-on fun. | | | | Upcoming Member & Community Events | | Birth to Five to Hold Free Community Health Event on March 22 | | Future brides, mark your calendars! | | |
Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries is thrilled to announce three upcoming Bridal Gown Shows, offering an incredible selection of nearly 200 new and gently used wedding dresses in various styles and sizes—all at unbeatable prices.
These special events will showcase a stunning array of over 200 bridal gowns, as well as flower girl dresses, mother-of-the-bride dresses, and a limited selection of bridesmaid dresses. Thanks to a generous donation from a local bridal shop, several brand-new wedding gowns will also be available. Brides-to-be can complete their wedding day look with a variety of accessories,
including jewelry, tiaras, veils, and more. For more details about the Shows, go to: https://www.llgi.org/bridal-gown-shows/.
| | Ball-Chatham Senior Center Open House March 31 | | Chatham Police Department to Host Easter Egg Hunt | | Chatham American Legion Fish Fry | | One Stop Auto Shop Customer Appreciation Day April 26 | | BCEF's 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities are now available! | | Senior Services of Central Illinois is Looking for Volunteers | | St. John's Lutheran Preschool Open for Registration | | Enrollment Open for St. Joseph's Preschool Program | | | | Is your business or organization looking to hire? | |
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