May 12, 2025 Weekly Digest

Chairman's Circle Members

Happenings in and around the Chamber!

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JOB BOARD

Meet Our Newest Member!

Congratulations to Zachary Davis!

Our April 2025 Ambassador of the Month!

Zachary is a retail relationship banker with BMO – Wilson Street. He is quick to smile and is a second-year member of the Ambassador committee. He is also a new dad. You’ll find Zachary supporting new businesses and members at ribbon cutting ceremonies or at networking events. He is also a member of the Batavia Chamber’s Connectors group. We are thankful that he took the plunge to become one of our dedicated ambassadors!

As a relationship banker with BMO, Zachary is charged with providing outstanding customer service for clients and soon-to-be clients. These skills are important to the Batavia Chamber, which means he has what it takes to be a stellar ambassador, too. Zachary’s willingness to help and build relationships on our behalf is valued and deeply appreciated by our members, the Board of Directors, and Chamber staff. Thank you for all you do to support the Batavia Chamber of Commerce and the community!

Congratulations to The 2025 Boardwalk Shops!

We could not have asked for a more beautiful day to officially kick-off opening weekend of the 2025 Batavia Boardwalk Shops! This past Friday, representatives of The Bataiva Chamber of Commerce, Batavia MainStreet, The City of Batavia, Chamber Amassadors, friends, family and fans all gathered to help celebrate opening day! Visit these ten unique shops offering treats, jewelry, clothing, games, candy and more - there's something for everyone - even your pets! Come and explore the Batavia Boardwalk shops, located at 114 E. Wilson Street - open Fridays 11am-5pm, Saturday 9am-5pm and Sundays 11am-4pm. Find out more about the Boardwalk Shops and Batavia MainStreet by visiting downtownbatavia.com.

Congratulations to all the amazing entrepreneurs of the 2025 Boardwalk Shops!

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Attend ribbon cuttings to introduce yourself to new businesses

& grow your network

The Victorian Fox

307 Illinois Ave.

St. Charles

Tuesday, May 27

4:30pm

We encourage everyone to dine at Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden!

When you visit, be sure to enter to win a

$25 gift card to Sidecar Supper Club 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!

News & More from our Members

Four 2025 Batavia High School Seniors Awarded Inspire Scholarships from the Batavia Chamber of Commerce

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners of their Inspire Scholarships for 2025. The scholarship categories are motivated by the makeup of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce membership. Read the full press release.

The Batavia Farmers' Market Celebrates 30 Years Downtown

The Saturday Morning Batavia Farmers’ Market returns May 17, 2025, for its milestone 30th outdoor season, running every Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM through October 25 on North River Street. The Saturday market is more than just a shopping experience—it’s a community hub. Find out more!

Working – and Still Falling Short: 3 in 8 Workers in Illinois’ Most Common Jobs Struggle to Get By

ALICE households bring in less than the basic costs of housing, childcare, food, transportation, health care and technology, plus taxes. Yet because their income is above the Federal Poverty Level, they often don’t qualify for assistance. Read the full article.