May 4, 2026 Weekly Digest | | Chairman's Circle Members | | Happenings in and around the Chamber! | |
Congratulation, Ella Lindsay!
Our April 2026 Ambassador of the Month!
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that April’s Ambassador of the Month is Ella Lindsay! Ella is new to the Ambassador program this year and has enthusiastically embraced her role. She contacts members on our behalf and attends our events, including ribbon cuttings for new members, and networking events and is quick to volunteer whenever we need her.
Ella is part of the Batavia Chamber via member Garage 31 in North Aurora. She is also a student at Waubonsee Community College. Her bubbly personality serves her well as one of our ambassadors and we value her greatly! Thank you, Ella, from the Board of Directors, Chamber Staff, and membership for all that you do.
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Congratulations to Komal's Passion Leather!
We were thrilled to officially cut the ribbon to welcome a new retail space for
Komal's Passion Leather. Komal's Passion Leather is a family-run business that creates timeless leather accessories. Combining classic designs with a modern twist, each handcrafted piece is designed for longevity, versatility, and style. Leather goods include wallets, crossbody bags, totes, backpacks, travel bags, briefcases, dopp kits and much more. You can also order leather-bound journals, a leather tool pouch, chef's knife roll, and a limited-quantity of furniture. Located at 1550 Beach Street, Batavia, you can visit and shop Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Or visit the website to see all the beaufiul designs and place your orders!
Congratulations to Komal and business partner, Sumit Salina and the entire team!
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Congratulations to Bambu!
Last Thursday, we happily joined owner, Willy Matthew and his team, family and friends to welcome Bambu to Batavia! Located inside Walmart, at 801 N. Randall Rd,
Bambu offers a wide variety of delicious, refreshing drinks including Vietnamese dessert drinks, smoothies, Boba Teas, Yonami and coffees drinks. They also serve mochi waffles, mochi ice cream and french Macarons. Bambu is open daily from 9am-9pm. Be sure to stop in for a taste and to chat with the friendly staff.
Congratulations and welcome to Batavia!
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This month, "Chamber Eats" at
Bocadito's Cafe
When you visit, be sure to enter to WIN a $25 gift card to Windmill Grille AND $25 in Batavia Chamber Bucks!
Thank you for supporting our local restaurants!
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This week is National Small Business Week, which celebrates the contributions of our entrepreneurs and small business owners to our community. We invite everyone to join us in recognizing and supporting them by:
Shopping and Dining Local: Make a point of supporting small businesses all week—grab a coffee while you are out, buy gifts from a downtown shop, or have dinner at one of our family-owned restaurants.
Shout-Outs on Social Media: Post about your favorite small businesses with photos and a quick note about why they love them. Tag the businesses and use hashtags like #SmallBusinessWeek and #ShopLocalBatavia to boost visibility.
Leave a Positive Review: Leaving a kind Google or Facebook review can go a long way in helping a small business attract new customers.
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Upcoming Events
Click on the flyers below to register for events
There's something for everyone - we look forward to seeing you!
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Join us for an excellent presentation and hands-on workshop on using AI for business. Bring your laptop and get ready to dive in!
Thursday, May 7, 8am
Batavia Public Library
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Bocaditos is our featured restaurant during the month of May. Join us when we go "Out to Lunch" - we'll save you a seat.
Friday, May 8, 12pm
Bocaditos Cafe
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The Basics of Business Succession & Estate Planning
Multi-chamber webinar
Tuesday, May 12, 11:30am
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Coffee & Commerce
It's a great way to start your day!
Wednesday, May 13, 8am
Complete Fence
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Hoops & Handshakes
Multi-Chamber
Breakfast event
Dynamic, interactive networking morning!
Thursday, May 14, 7:30am
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Casual, welcoming, fun
Networking event!
Wednesday, May 20, 4:30pm
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Batavia Invites Artists to Help Tell Its Story Through Public Art Projects
Water Street Studios, in partnership with the City of Batavia, is inviting artists to apply for two upcoming public art projects that will bring new, community-centered works to prominent locations across the city.
Find out more.
Fabyan Windmill will be opn Sundays, Beginning June 7
Visitors can step inside the fully restored Dutch windmill, learn about its history and engineering, and experience a unique piece of local heritage. Read all about it.
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