October 19, 2026

Chamber Happenings

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO JOINED US FOR OUR 6TH ANNUAL FALL CRAWL!

A great time was had by all on Saturday, as we Explored Genoa during the Fall Crawl! We look forward to crawling with you again next year!

Join us as we celebrate the re-opening of Tom & Jerry's Sycamore restaurant!

November 2, 2026

Ribbon Cutting 10:30 am

1670 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore

Tom & Jerry's opens at 11:00 am for delicious eats!

Members of the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce and the Sycamore Chamber came together for networking and celebration. Bulmer Consulting opened their doors for an open house and ribbon cutting. Bulmer Consulting helps businesses unlock their full potential with customized, strategic consulting solutions. Please visit https://bulmerconsultants.com/ for more information and to reach your greatest business solutions.

The Genoa Chamber is looking for a new home.

Until we have a permanent address in town, please use

P.O. Box 111

Genoa, IL 60135

for any mailed correspondence.

Thank you!

COMMUNITY INFORMATION

Rooted for Good - Genoa

415 W. Main Street

Genoa, IL 60135

(815) 761-7313

Food Pantry Hours

First and Third Monday: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Second and Fourth Tuesday: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

SEE THE COMPLETE CALENDAR HERE!

GK CUSD #424 2026/2027 Calendar - English/Spanish

CLICK HERE FOR AREA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

MEMBER NEWS

Pork Chop Dinner

Meal includes:

Fay’s pork chop, baked potato, baked beans,

applesauce dinner roll, butter, sour cream.

Drive- thru or dine in

Free-will offering; suggested donation $16.

St. Catherine of Genoa Church

340 S. Stott St., Genoa.

815-784-235

🍁 Don’t wait until the New Year to start working on YOU! 🍁

Our Fall Into Strong 8-Week Fitness Challenge at Genoa Fitness Center is just around the corner, and we’d love for YOU to join us! 🧡🖤

📅 October 19 – December 11

💲 Only $89!

✨ Here’s what you’ll get:

💪 12 high-level fitness classes

🤝 An accountability group to keep you motivated

🙌 Weekly optional meetings for extra support

🏋️ Personalized workouts tailored to your goals

🎉 FREE membership for first-time participants!

🧠 Expert guidance to help you break through plateaus

Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve your fitness, increase your energy, or simply feel better, we’re here to help you every step of the way!

🍂 Your goals don’t have to wait until January 1st. Start making progress TODAY!

Don’t let another season pass you by. Let’s finish 2026 feeling stronger, healthier, and more confident! 💥

📍 Genoa Fitness Center – Health & Wellness Center

📞 815-784-FITT

Information meetings are scheduled for

Oct 19th 5:30pm

Oct 20th 10am

Oct 26th 5:30pm

If one of these dates do not work, please reach out. We can still accommodate you. 💪

🧡 Are you ready to FALL INTO STRONG? 🖤

Need to feed your people?

Faranda's Catering is here to help.

Thanksgiving Buffet

Ideal for a company or large family gatherings.

Can be delivered or picked up between November 17-29

*Not available Thanksgiving Day

Potluck Starter Kit

Choose a ready-made dish to contribute to a potluck - can be ordered hot and ready to serve or cold for a later meal. Ideal for schools or anyone who is hosting a potluck event.

Can be delivered or picked up between November 17-29

*Not available Thanksgiving Day

Call, email, or visit our website to order!

815-756-2345

thelincolninn@gmail.com

Nominate Outstanding Educators for 2027 Excellence in Education Awards

The DeKalb County Community Foundation, in partnership with the DeKalb County Regional Office of Education, invites students, colleagues, and community members to nominate outstanding education professionals for the 2027 Excellence in Education Awards. Nominations are due by October 31, 2026. Selected recipients will receive a $1,000 award, a plaque, and public recognition at a ceremony in spring 2027. To submit a nomination or learn more, visit dekalbccf.org/eie.

Click to Read More!

Print the Registration Form!

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS INVITE YOU TO PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET

8:00 am- Noon

Every 3rd Sunday

Adults $12, Children 12 & under $8, Children under 5 ALWAYS FREE

Family Pricing - 2 Adults and 2 or more children (12 & under) $36

ST. CATHERINE OF GENOA CHURCH

340 S. STOTT STREET

(Handicapped accessible)

WOW!

WE ARE:

An independent social activity and interaction group of senior Widows and/ Or Widowers

OUR MISSION:

Addressing concerns and questions of Widows and Widowers. We are understanding and empathetic, while offering friendship as well as a variety of group activities.

WOW ! meeting regularly on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month

at 12:00 in Hy-Vee's Club Room

2700 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore, IL

WOW ! Group activities will be announced in Monday morning emails

For more information you may email: wow@reagan.com

or call: Jim at 815/693-0674 or Flo at 815/751-7532

The 2026 Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce Area Guide is now out! Stop by the office for a copy, or view it here:

2026 Area Guide

2025 was a year of Partnership in Progress! Check out our
2025 Annual Report:

2025 Annual Report

More than 200 area businesses are investing with the Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce and are allowing us to promote, advocate and market them and their business. Together we are "Moving Forward with a Purpose,” as well as providing businesses with the tools and strategies for success. We offer networking, promoting and training opportunities to all of our members as well as community connections.

If you would like to join our growing list of satisfied business members, take a look at our different tiered business investment opportunities and contact us to set up an in person or phone meeting today! info@genoaareachamber.com

Click here for Membership Opportunities

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