PACC September Updates!

September 2025 Update

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PACC 8/17 Boat Outing Recap

We thank all who brought good cheer and joined us aboard the ‘Summer of George’ for our annual summer outing on August 17! Much appreciation goes to our sponsors and promotional partners, including Craftwood Doors & Windows; B&M Auto Collision; Montrose Food Mart & Deli; HLK Homes; BAK Research; Polish Roman Catholic Union of America - PRCUA; Porte Brown LLC; Audi Morton Grove; Fuksa Law Group, LLC; Handzel & Associates; Kaczor & Associates, LLC; Polish Museum of America, Omniterra Real Properties; PolskiFm.com; and Dziennik Związkowy.

We also thank DJ Dee for dance music, and Greg Grzywacz for his superb photography.

PACC Business After Hours

Join us Thursday, Sept. 18, 6:30 PM, for an exceptional networking opportunity,

and a complimentary pour or can of Chicagoland Polish Lager at Marz Brewery!

Click here for details and to RSVP

September

Free Business Education Workshops

Weekly workshops offered by City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP). Upcoming webinars: Procurement and the State of Illinois on September 12; Empower Hour: Klein's Bakery & Cafe on September 18; From Hustle to Healthy: How Entrepreneurs Can Build Profitable Businesses Without Burning Out on September 19; MOPD Career Center's Inclusive Hiring & Employment Training on September 26

September 25

European Professionals

Networking

This after-work event offers a relaxed and professional setting to connect with members of Chicago’s international business community. Enjoy casual conversations, build new relationships, and expand your network in one of the city’s most unique and inviting spaces. Register HERE

Cook County

Small Business Source

Through a simple intake form, The Source matches business owners with a dedicated business advisor who provides in-depth knowledge and the necessary support to take your business to the next level. Discover business advising through The Source!

October 4

PACC Fundraiser: Chicago Fire FC vs Toronto FC

Tailgate with us in the South Parking lot beginning 4:30 PM!

Purchase tickets HERE

PACC Member & Partner News

Taste of Polonia 2025 Recap

Congrats to the Copernicus Center on the success of Taste of Polonia 2025! We thank all who stopped by the PACC booth to say hi, and/or to pose for a photo with us.

PACC Partners with

Chicago Build!

We're partnering with Chicago Build! Join us on October 29-30 at McCormick Place for the Midwest's, largest construction and design show. Get ready for more attendees, speakers, exhibitors and entertainment than ever before.

Secure your early bird tickets today while they are still complimentary.

Click here to register

Join the Chicago Build Ambassador Community!

The Latest Information

September 19

Dwell Studio

“The Visions Of A Real Stoner: Seven Other Dwarfs & Things Outside The Box” — exhibition by Ted Strandt. From Viking Rune Stones to ancestral roots in Denmark, this show is a journey through art, memory, and the soul of a stone carver whose story began generations ago. Click HERE for more information.

October 19

Roadshow Jakuba

This is an exciting motivational speech in Polish for those who want to learn about attaining their dreams! Join Jakub B. Bączek at Roadshow 2025 and DESIGN YOUR CHANGE!

More information and tickets

HERE

We welcome Alba Thyment Ltd as a new PACC member and recommend the company's Alba1913 brand products for distribution within the lifestyle, apothecary, and indie beauty segments!