Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Everyone is welcome to attend

Ribbon Cuttings! Come to introduce yourself to new business owners to grow

your network and support local businesses!

We are now accepting nominations for the Donna Dallesasse Award! This award is presented to one outstanding Chamber member, named in honor of Donna Dallesasse, our first full-time Executive Director who served the Chamber for more than 16 years. Do you know a Chamber member who has made a meaningful difference in your business, our community or the Chamber? Please email your nomination to margaret@bataviachamber.org by Friday, August 22, 2025. The Nominations Committee will review all submissions and make recommendations to the Board of Directors, which will make the final selection. This award will be presented at Chamber Cheers on October 2, 2025 along with

the Georgene Kauth O'Dwyer Ambassador of the year Award and the

recognition of our Milestone Members.

Please join us for this fun, casual celebration - registration is open!

We encourage everyone to dine at El Taco Grande!



When you visit, be sure to enter to win a

$25 gift card to El Taco Grande AND $25 in Batavia Chamber Bucks!

Thank you for supporting our local restaurants!

Click on the flyers below for more information or

to register for upcoming events -

There's something for everyone - we look forward to seeing you!

Be sure to mark your calendar for the TRI-CITY BUSINESS EXPO!

This is a great combined networking event with the Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles Chambers of Commerce - with exclusive member-only networking

before the event is open to the public.

FREE to attend - with complimentary appetizers and a cash bar.

Don't miss it!

Wednesday, September 17th - 4:30 - 7:00pm

News & More From Our Members!



SciTech Awarded Microsoft Community Empowerment Grant to Provide STEM Programming at Plano Community Library District

This generous grant will fund a new partnership with Plano Community Library District, bringing monthly STEMshops to children in Plano and the surrounding area. Each monthly session will engage young minds with age-appropriate experiments and challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity. Read all about it!

Batavia United Way 2025 Bat Race 5K/10K Race Registration Open

The Batavia United Way is thrilled to present the 11th Annual Halloween-themed Bat Race 5K/10K on Saturday, October 25, 2025 along the scenic Fox River Trail. Get the details!

ReadyNation Illinois is a business-led group that strengthens the workforce by supporting early childhood development, education, and family economic stability. They are asking employers to share experiences with skills gaps in job applicants to highlight the importance of building skills early. A recent survey of 400 Illinois employers found most face hiring challenges due to skills gaps, and over three-quarters agree it is easier to start with a strong early childhood foundation. Feedback will help advocate for investments in young children’s learning, which is a proven way to help them succeed in school today and in the workforce tomorrow. Complete the brief survey here.

8th Annual Moose-A-Palooza Music Fest & Fundraiser

Abbey Farms Fall Hiring Event

Hops & Hot Sauce Festival & MORE!

Check out all the great events posted on our Community Calendar!

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City of Batavia

Batavia Public Library

Batavia Public School District 101

Batavia Park District

Batavia MainStreet

Batavia Parks Foundation

Area Code: Batavia

Batavia Chamber of Commerce | (630) 879-7134 | Patti@BataviaChamber.org BataviaChamber.org

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