February 2, 2026 Weekly Digest

Chairman's Circle Members

Happenings in and around the Chamber!

HOT DEALS

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

JOB BOARD

Congratulations, Caren Sneed!

The January 2026 Ambassador of the Month!

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that January’s Ambassador of the Month is Caren Sneed! Caren has been a Batavia resident since 2003 and is new to the Ambassador program this year. She has embraced her new role as an ambassador and hit the ground running! She contacts members on our behalf and attends our events, including ribbon cuttings for new members.

Caren is a member of the Batavia Chamber, joining as an ambassador (rep) for Plexus Worldwide, an all-natural line of supplements and wellness products. She also works as an administrative assistant for IBB Local One. The United Methodist Church in Batavia is fortunate to have Caren share her talents and education as their bookkeeper, too. In her spare time, she also cooks meals for Hesed House and Lazarus House. As an Ambassador, your dedication and effort are appreciated and highly valued by the Board of Directors, Chamber staff and membership! Thank you, Caren!

Welcome to Batavia, Rosewood Farm & Market- Batavia!

We held a ribbon cutting celebration last week to officially welcome Rosewood Farm & Market to our community! Mayor Schielke, Chamber President & CEO, Margaret Perreault, as well as many friends, community members, Chamber ambassadors, staff and Batavia MainStreet were all in attendance to celebrate with owner, Julie Warpinski and her team. This wonderful addition to our downtown offers fresh produce, eggs and locally made delicious goods - homemade meals, soup, bread and sweets. They also offer Thursday night soup & bread meal pick-up, cooking classes, event space and more! Located at 12 S. Water Street and open Thursday and Friday, 11am-5pm and Saturday form 9am-2pm. Congratulations, Rosewood Farm & Market- Batavia!

We are so happy to have you in our community!

This month, "Chamber Eats" at

The GOAT Burger + Cocktail Bar

When you visit, be sure to enter to WIN

a $25 gift card to The GOAT AND

$25 in Batavia Chamber Bucks!

Thank you for supporting our local restaurants!

Meet Our Newest Member!

Feeling Lucky?

We're raising money for the Batavia Chamber Inspire Scholarship Fund and having a little fun along the way! Purchase raffle tickets for only $10 and be entered every day in March for your chance to WIN! More tickes = more chances to win!

Tickets are sold online, but we have businesses competing for the most sales.

Garage 31 is still in the lead!

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!

Session #2 of our Strong Foundations Series on social media. Didn't attend the first session? That's ok! You don't have to attend all 3 to gain great information on managing the social media monster

2026 Inspire Celebration!

Registration is now open for this wonderful, community event. Join us and help celebrate the 2026 Citizen of the Year, Linda Schielke, the Spirit of Batavia honoree, Batavia Woman's Club and our Ole Business Award Winners! Sponsorship is available!

Did you know?

A great benefit of your Batavia Chamber membership includes helping your Batavia High School employee recieve a scholarship. If you have had a BHS student working for you for more than one year, they are eligible to apply for the Inspiring Contributors to a Batavia Chamber Business Scholarship! Applications are open until March 27, 2026.

LWV of Central Kane County to Host Upcoming Candidate Forums for Contested Kane County Races and for IL Senate District 33 and Congressional District 11

The first forum takes place at 6:30pm on February 5th, which also happens to be the first day of Early Voting in Illinois. The forum will include candidates for Kane County Sheriff and Kane County Board Districts 2, 11, and 13. Read the press release.

Safeguarding Your Business in the Digital Age: Transaction Security Essentials

Establishing security across digital touchpoints protects not only customer data but also brand reputation, regulatory compliance, and long-term business continuity. Read more.

Batavia is Named a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community

The City of Batavia has been recognized as a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, honoring the City’s ongoing efforts to create safer, more accessible conditions for people who bike. Read the full press release.