May 20th, 2026

Welcome to our monthly Member News! Take a moment and scroll through to check out participating Chamber Members' events, deals, and announcements. This email blast is sent out on the third Wednesday of each month. Have something you would like to share? Contact us to include it in next month's edition!

Goldy Locks

Spring is a smart time to check the security of your home or business. Winter wear, changing routines, and increased activity can all expose small issues that are easy to miss. A quick seasonal review helps keep your property secure, reliable, and ready for the months ahead.

Top 5 Spring Security Checks

· Check locks and door hardware

· Review keys and access

· Clean and check cameras

· Test alarms and monitoring

· Inspect all entry points

Look for loose hardware, worn frames, or side and rear entries that need attention.

A simple spring check can help you catch issues early and keep your property better protected.

Did you spot something that needs attention? Contact us for a free estimate by clicking HERE

Frankfort Area Historical Society

Step back in time and experience Frankfort like never before!

Join us on June 6th for an immersive walking tour through downtown Frankfort as we explore the stories behind eight historic buildings that helped shape our community over the years.

🕰 Tour Times: 1 PM & 3 PM

📍 Starting Location: FAHS Museum – 132 Kansas Street

🎟 Tickets: $12 per person | $6 for FAHS members

Small group sizes allow everyone to comfortably hear and enjoy the experience. Rain or shine, the stories will go on!

Whether you’re a longtime resident or discovering Frankfort history for the first time, this is a unique opportunity to see downtown through a whole new lens.

We hope you’ll walk through history with us!

Purchase Tickets Here.

The Frankfort Public Library District

60th Birthday Party on Thursday, May 28, 10a-12p. May 28th is our Birthday! Drop by for coffee, light refreshments, crafts, and games to celebrate our birthday.
Petting Zoo on Saturday, May 30, 10a-2p. Celebrate our 60th Birthday at our outdoor petting zoo. Stop by to visit with and feed goats, sheep, chickens, bunnies, a mini donkey, a llama, and a calf from Zoos R Us. This event will be held on the southeast side of the building in the parking lot.
Tails & Tales Dog Adoption Event on Saturday, June 13, 9-11a. Have you thought about adding a furry friend to your household? Join us for our NAWS & PAWS Dog Adoption event, held simultaneously with the Friends of the Library Book Sale, in our parking area located east of the main parking lot. NAWS & PAWS staff and volunteers will have a variety of dogs available for you to interact with and give them a forever home! Please note: Registration is not required to attend this event, but if you would like to receive a reminder for this event, please sign up.

Begin Within Therapy

Meet Claire Quigley, MA, ATR-P

Claire Quigley, MA, ATR-P, a Pre-Licensed Therapist at Begin Within Therapy’s Frankfort location and through Telehealth services. Claire is passionate about helping others through creativity, problem-solving, and providing a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. She enjoys blending talk therapy with art therapy to help clients express themselves freely and leave sessions feeling lighter and more empowered. Outside of work, Claire enjoys journaling, creating art, hiking with her dog, playing volleyball, and practicing self-care. She believes finding the right therapist connection is an important part of the healing journey and reminds clients that feeling nervous about starting therapy is completely normal.

Governors State University

Governors State University’s School of Extended Learning is offering a FREE 90-minute Lean Six Sigma assessment designed to help businesses discover measurable ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase profitability.

During the assessment, certified experts will analyze your current operations and identify workflow bottlenecks, cost-saving opportunities, and practical improvements your team can implement immediately.

This no-cost, no-obligation assessment is part of the Lean Six Sigma White Belt to Green Belt Program and can help businesses create a customized training plan tailored to their operations.

To learn more or schedule your free assessment, contact Craig Schmidt at cschmidt2@govst.edu or 708-534-4565.