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February 9, 2026
Chamber Happenings
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JOIN US!!
2026 HOME & BUSINESS EXPO and
GK BAND MATTRESS SALE FUNDRAISER
Saturday, March 7 at GKHS
10 am - 1 pm
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2026 King & Queen Scholarship Application is now open!
Genoa-Kingston graduating seniors - apply now!
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Dessert & Dialogue Community Conversations
Understanding our shared history starts with open conversation — and sometimes, a little dessert. The DeKalb County History Center and Ellwood House Museum are hosting Dessert & Dialogue on Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m.
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St. Catherine of Genoa Church Lent Fish Fry
2/13, 2/27, 3/13, 3/27
Drive thru or dine inside our parish hall.
340 S. Stott St., Genoa
Free Will Offering
Meal Includes: in-house hand battered Alaskan Pollock (10oz fried), homemade coleslaw & tartar sauce, baked potato, dinner roll, butter & lemon.
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Start the new year with a great opportunity at Faranda’s Banquets!
Our First Quarter Corporate Meeting Special is here: enjoy ONE DAY of FREE room rental on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 8am–5pm, January through March, when you purchase Food & Beverage.
This offer is available for new clients (and clients who hosted their 2025 holiday party at Faranda’s)! Whether you’re planning an Annual Strategy Meeting, Staff Retreat, Training Session, Appreciation Lunch, Hiring Event, Holiday Party, Open House, or Retirement Lunch, we provide the perfect space to make it a success.
Secure your date and start the year off right! Contact the sales team with questions and to book your event.
thelincolninn@gmail.com
815-756-2345 ext. 3
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Check out these upcoming business workshops with
Bulmer Consulting!
- Business Plan Essentials (Tuesday, Feb 10)
- Profit Mastery University: 9-Part Financial Series (Starting Monday, Feb 16)
- Strategic Planning Made Simple for Small Businesses (Thursday, Feb 19)
- Understanding Financial Statements: A Quick Guide (Tuesday, Feb 24)
CLICK HERE to register!
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Community Endowment Fund Launched for Shabbona and Lee
The DeKalb County Community Foundation is honored to announce the creation of the Shabbona-Lee Community Endowment Fund, a permanent Fund established in 2025 through the generosity of Darryl and Ellen Kupecz of Shabbona.
Created to strengthen the future of the Shabbona and Lee communities, the Fund will support local needs and opportunities and provide lasting resources for years to come.
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Scholarship Application Opens at the Community Foundation
The DeKalb County Community Foundation is accepting online scholarship applications now through April 1, 2026. Over 100 opportunities for financial assistance are available through their Universal Application this year. Student applicants gain access to local support toward their career goals using one convenient online form.
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We’ve been keeping a secret. This November, Family Service Agency’s Youth Programming team will open DeKalb County’s first Homeless Youth and Transitional Living Shelter. This milestone is more than a new program; it is a lifeline for local teens and young adults with nowhere to call home.
In DeKalb Community Unit School District, 3.4% of students were identified as homeless under the McKinney–Vento Homeless Assistance Act, a number that continues to rise. Countywide, 14.6% of children live in poverty. Behind every statistic is a young person facing impossible choices, where to sleep, how to stay in school, and whom to trust.
This shelter will provide stability, warmth, and hope. It represents our community’s shared belief that every young person deserves safety and opportunity. As we prepare to open our doors, we invite you to be part of this historic moment and help us build the foundation for brighter futures.
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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
STILL $10.00 ADULTS
$8.00 AGE 6-12
UNDER AGE 5 FREE!
ST. CATHERINE OF GENOA CHURCH
340 S. STOTT STREET
(Handicapped accessible)
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INTRODUCING PROJECT PLAYHOUSE!
Get your company, faith group, family/friends, or other organization involved in the inaugural Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County’s mission by sponsoring a playhouse through Project Playhouse!
Through partnerships with generous community sponsors, each playhouse is thoughtfully crafted through an all-in-one kit that is provided by Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County and can be:
• Gifted to a local family in need
• Offered as a company raffle prize
• Given as a memorable holiday gift
• Showcased proudly in your office or storefront
https://h4hdcil.com/playhouse-project/
Sponsorships Available!
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SPONSOR THE GK ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB
Advertise in the Genoa-Kingston Sports Program!
Ad spots available in the printed sports program from business card size to full page. Options to sponsor Fall, Winter, Spring or all 3 sport seasons.
Click below for sponsorship form!
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River's Mexican Grill & Cantina is now
OPEN ON MONDAYS!
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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 2025 Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce Area Guide is now out! Stop by the office for a copy, or view it here: | | 2024 was an amazing year here
at the Genoa Chamber!
Check out our 2024 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
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BOARD MEETING
Next Meeting
Wednesday, February 11th - Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
5:00 pm
Ambassador Meeting
Next Meeting
Friday, March 6, 2025
12 pm - 1 pm
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Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce
113 N. Genoa St. Suite B
Genoa, IL 60135
815-784-2212
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