Chamber Golf Outing Teed Off on September 10 | |
The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Golf Outing, held September 10th at Edgewood Golf Course, was a huge success! The winning team of our sold out event was Blackwell Digital, whose team members were: Andrew Blackwell, Justin Knoedler, Reese Langheim, and Erik Reeter. Congratulations to them!
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Big Dog Construction, and to all of our Corporate, Hole, and Special Sponsors! Thanks also to all who participated, and to the Golf Committee and volunteers who worked so hard on this event.
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September 24
Chamber Blood Drive, 4-5:30 p.m., parking lot in front of Scoop Du Jour, 95 Plummer Blvd., Chatham
September 30
Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., The Creek Pub & Grill
October 8
Chamber Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., The View: A Gathering Place, 2937 W. White Oaks Dr., Springfield
October 10
Chamber/Jaycees Village Clean Up Day, 9 a.m., Veterans Memorial Square, Chatham
October 14
Chatham Area Chamber Board Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Ball-Chatham District Office, 1475 E. Plummer Blvd., Chatham
| Want to see more events? Click here! | | | Volunteer for the Chatham Jaycees Oktoberfest on September 19 - Only Two Spots Left! | |
| The Chatham Area Chamber is looking for volunteers to sell tickets at the Chatham Jaycees Oktoberfest event on September 19 at Community Park in Chatham. Sign up below! | |
| Chatham Area Chamber's Fall Blood Drive is September 24 | | The Chatham Area Chamber is sponsoring a community blood drive on Thursday, September 24, from 4-5:30 p.m. in the parking lot in front of Scoop Du Jour, 95 Plummer Blvd. in Chatham. Anyone who donates will receive a coupon from Scoop! | | Business After Hours Sept. 30 @ The Creek Pub & Grill | | |
The Chatham Area Chamber is hosting a Business After-Hours event on Wednesday, September 30th, from 5-7 p.m. at The Creek Pub & Grill, 1801 Jason Place, Chatham. Appetizers will be available, as well the opportunity to check out the new "Creek Easy!"
Attending events such as these is a great way for Chamber Members to connect with one another, meet fellow business owners and operators, and learn more about the local business community. We encourage all of our Chamber members to join us for an evening of networking!
| | Sign Up for Our October Luncheon Today | | What Would You Like to Learn About at Our Luncheons? | | |
We're beginning to plan for our 2027 luncheons, and want to hear from you! Email Chamber Director, Betsy Schroeder, at director@chatham-il-chamber.com your suggestions for luncheon topics.
As a reminder, luncheon presenters have 45 minutes to discuss industry topics - not sales pitches for their business/company.
Also, if you'd like to be a Business Exhibitor at our luncheons, email Betsy at the address listed above. Being a Business Exhibitor will provide you an opportunity to display/distribute informational materials and briefly discuss your business.
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September 2026
Member of the Month
Big Dog Construction
| | Pictured L to R: Courtney Bouvet, Debbie Smith, and Chris Hartsook. | | |
Congratulations to Big Dog Construction - Your Local Window Depot for being chosen as the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Month for September!
Before opening Big Dog Construction - Your Local Window Depot, Chris Hartsook spent 14 years in construction management. Prior to that, Chris was a mechanical engineer for 10 years. In 2013, Chris made the leap to open his own business. Since that time, Big Dog Construction has been committed to providing high-quality service with unparalleled efficiency - specializing in replacement windows, exterior doors, and remodeling. Their windows are backed by a lifetime warranty to protect their clients’ investment.
At Big Dog Construction, staying up-to-date with new standards and trends is a priority. As such, Chris is an active member of the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA), Home Builders Association of Illinois (HBAI), and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
Big Dog Construction makes it a point to reply to inquiries within 24 hours, and they offer free estimates at the time of appointment. They can be reached at 217-970-7340, or info@bigdogcc.com.
The Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Big Dog Construction as our Member of the Month for September.
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Embark on a year‑long Genre Quest starting September 1 and explore a new book genre every month-earning a fun digital badge each time you log your read on Beanstack. It's a simple, all‑ages reading adventure (Ages 3-103) designed to help you discover fresh favorites and see how many badges you can collect. | | | | Upcoming Member & Community Events | | Please note: The Chamber reserves the right to request modifications to submissions to ensure software compatibility. | | Chatham Jaycees Oktoberfest is September 19 | | Donnie B's 28th Season Begins in November! | | Hickory Point Bank to Sponsor a Back to School Food Drive to benefit the Central Illinois Foodbank | | Chatham PD's Bicycle Rodeo September 23rd at Community Park | | Grandparents: Getting Started - Offered Sept. 23 | | Fishing Has No Boundaries Looking for Volunteers | | Calling All Trivia Night Round Sponsors! | | |
Support the Ball-Chatham Senior Center and get your business noticed at our upcoming Trivia Night on October 2!
Round Sponsorship – $100 includes:
• A mention at the beginning of the sponsored round
• Your logo displayed on the round slides
• Recognition in front of a fun, engaged crowd
This is a great opportunity to support a community event while promoting your business or organization.
Interested in sponsoring a round? Email ballchathamseniorcenter@gmail.com for more details.
Spots are limited — thank you for helping make Trivia Night a success!
| | Vendor Applications are Now Open! | | We're now accepting vendor applications for our Fourth Annual Grand Market, and we'd love to have you join us! If you're interested in being part of this exciting community event, visit our Facebook event page for vendor details, application information, and event updates. | | Senior Services of Central Illinois' Annual Boots & Bowties Fundraiser Oct. 3 | | A Great Opportunity for Youth Who Love Working
with Kids! | | |
Birth to Five Illinois: Region 51 has teamed up with U of I Extension to bring a FREE 4-H Youth 101: Childcare Clinic to the Menard and Sangamon area!
Youth who are ages 10 and older, can build the skills and confidence they need to safely care for younger children.
This hands-on clinic will cover childcare safety, engaging activities, practical tips for keeping children busy and having fun, and what it means to be a responsible and prepared caregiver.
| | Forever Home Feline Ranch Trivia Night Fundraiser November 6 | | | | Is Your Organization Looking to Hire? | |
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