November 19th, 2025

Welcome to our monthly Member News! Take a moment and scroll through to check out participating Chamber Members' events, deals, and announcements. This email blast is sent out on the third Wednesday of each month. Have something you would like to share? Contact us to include it in next month's edition!

The Wildflower Farm

The Wildflower Farm in Monee, is offering a selection of fresh-cut Christmas trees, handmade wreaths, festive swags, and fragrant roping/garland for the holiday season. We invite you to visit our Website for complete details regarding available sizes, current pricing, and dates for when these items will be available for purchase.

The Village of Frankfort

The Village of Frankfort invites residents and visitors to enjoy Home for the Holidays on Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, from 12 to 5 PM in downtown Frankfort. This free, family-friendly celebration transforms Breidert Green and the surrounding area into a festive holiday destination with sparkling décor, seasonal music, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Guests can stroll the decorated streets, shop for unique gifts in local boutiques, and enjoy holiday treats from Frankfort’s restaurants and cafés.

Saturday offers a full lineup of festive activities, including horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, real reindeer encounters, a trackless train, the charming lantern parade, and plenty of hot cocoa and cookies. On Sunday, visitors can enjoy live holiday performances on the Breidert Green stage and meet strolling costumed characters spreading cheer throughout downtown.

Adding to the fun, the Downtown Frankfort Business Alliance will host its popular Cookie Crawl on Sunday from 2 to 5 PM, co-sponsored by the Village. Mayor Keith Ogle shared that Frankfort’s downtown feels “like a Hallmark movie” during the event, reflecting the warmth and spirit of the community.

All activities are free, weather-dependent, and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. For event updates and full activity details, visit our Website or follow the Village of Frankfort on Facebook.

The Community Foundation of Will County

GET YOUR 25% STATE TAX CREDIT, available until Dec. 31, 2025!

Connecting People Who Care to Causes That Matter.

Did you know that The Community Foundation supports local nonprofits through grants and partnerships? We serve Will County by offering people ways to help through philanthropic giving. We also seek to build partnerships with local stakeholders and organizations who feel strongly about investing in the future of our community. Your gifts and investment help Will County thrive and improve the quality of life here. As you prepare for your year-end giving, please reach out and ask about how to maximize your charitable dollars with The Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act. This gives you a 25% state tax credit, in addition to your charitable deduction! This offers a significant incentive to those with a philanthropic donation plan. This is only available until the end of the year at The Community Foundation of Will County! We can also help you create a custom-giving plan designed for your specific interests. Learn more: Please reach out to: Sheila Sasso at Ssasso@cfwill.org, or (815) 219-4219. Also visit us at: www.willcountycf.org

Camp Manitoqua & Retreat Center

Registration is open for Camp Manitoqua events from November 2025 to March 2026!

Camp Manitoqua is a Christ centered camp and retreat center, offering high energy programs for students, young adults, and families! To find out more about what Camp Manitoqua has to offer, visit us online at manitoqua.org!

2025-2026 Events

Wingate By Wyndham

Winter Wonderland Returns!

Mark your calendars—Winter Wonderland is coming back this year on Wednesday, December 10th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM! Enjoy a complimentary luncheon, live entertainment, holiday shopping market, and exciting raffles. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are available, but space is limited—so don’t wait to get involved!

For more details, contact Sales Manager Tanya at tanya@wingatetinleypark.com.

Goldy Locks

Doorbell cameras are one of the easiest ways to add security and convenience to your home or business, but not all systems protect your privacy. Many big box brands, including some of the most popular ones, collect and sell user data to third parties. Goldy Locks offers professionally installed doorbell cameras that keep your information private and secure. Your footage stays encrypted and accessible only to you, without hidden data sharing. Our systems integrate seamlessly with smart home devices and provide clear, real-time alerts you can trust. Choose Goldy Locks for reliable protection, local support, and true peace of mind.

Visit Goldy Locks for more information.

The Frankfort Public Library District

Lincoln-Way East Madrigals Performance on Sunday, November 30 at 2pm. The Madrigals are back! Join us for an hour of wonderful choral pieces from the Lincoln-Way East Madrigals. We filled the whole room last year, so get here early to make sure you have a seat!

Community Wishing Tree, December 1-23. The concept of wishing trees emerged around the world because trees are a universal symbol of hope, life, and resilience. They are found in many different cultures with varying rituals, but what they have in common is a place where people reconnect with what truly matters to them. Visit our Community Wishing Trees in the Library's West End this holiday season. Write your wish on one of the provided paper stars, then hang it on one of the trees.

Christmas Surprise Storytime on Sunday, December 7 at 3p. Kick off the holiday season by coming to this fun Christmas program! We'll have stories, carols, silly jokes and a craft, as well as a visit from a special guest. (You'll never guess who!)