Swedish Days memories inside!

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Volume 107, Issue 6
August 2016
Geneva Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
Tack Så Mycket!
The 67th Swedish Days has come and gone. It truly is a group effort and for that
we thank the non-profit groups, volunteers, merchants, sponsors, donors, the community, our presenting sponsor Northwestern Medicine, as well as City of Geneva,
County of Kane and ….
Swedish Days Donations
Chez Moi Café & Catering
CIRCA
G. Klemm Roofing, Co.
Geneva Commons
Geneva Concours d’ Elegance
GIA MIA
I.B. Quality Cabinets
Land Home Financial Services, Inc.
The Royal Wren
Stockholm’s
Geneva Bank & Trust, a
Wintrust Community Bank
Swedish Days Sponsors
Advanced Disposal
Fidelity Investments
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc
Bath Fitter
Fox Valley Ice Arena
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
Charles Schwab – Geneva Branch Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust
Lebin Financial Planning
Chevrolet
Community Bank
Renewal by Andersen
Chicago Tribune
Geneva Park District
Savant Capital Management
The Chiropractic People
Gerald Subaru of North Aurora
School of Art
Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery
The Gift Box
School of Rock Geneva
Comfort Inn & Suites of Geneva
The Home Depot
Shodeen Homes
Costco Wholesale
HomeWerks Inc.
St. Charles Bowl
Dayspring Pediatric Dentistry
The State Bank of Geneva
Delnor Glen Senior Living,
Kane County Chronicle
StringWorks Violin Shop
part of Northwestern Medicine
Kane County Cougars Baseball
Topgolf
Eggar Insurance Agency
95.9 The River
Swedish Days In-Kind Services
Advanced Disposal Fagans Graphic Design & Printing Geneva Park District
Geneva Running Outfitters Josef’s Elegante Meats & Deli Mid-American Management Group
Niche
Penrose Brewing Company R/J Recording & Sound School of Art Sounds Like Music Stockholm’s
The Crown Group Valley Insurance Agency
Don’t cry because it’s over;
smile because you enjoyed
Swedish Days 2016.
And save the date for next year’s
festival June 20-25, 2017.
more Swedish Days
memories inside!
Area Code is 630 unless noted otherwise.
www.genevachamber.com
Geneva ACE Hardware
Advanced Disposal
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SOUNDINGS…The Geneva Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
New Member Profiles
We welcome new members and encourage you to familiarize yourselves with them
and make valuable connections. Profiles are supplied by new members.
Building Better Relationships Through Networking
June Luncheon
A huge thank you to our June host, Oscar Swan
Country Inn, for our networking event “Up to Speed.”
We appreciated the lovely outdoor setting and delicious food!
Our Chance-for-Charity was Mutual Ground, which is
one of the oldest and largest domestic violence and
sexual assault service agencies in the state of Illinois.
They answer almost 2,000 calls for help each and
every month with 24-hour hotlines staffed by trained
Mutual Ground Crisis Intervention Advocates. Visit
their website at http://www.mutualground.org.
July Luncheon
Another big thank you to our July host, Prairie Landing Golf Club, and our guest speaker Dr. Linda Sasser,
who discussed “Maximize Your Memory.” Dr. Sasser is
a professional speaker, professor of educational and
cognitive psychology, and workshop facilitator.
Our July Chance-for-Charity was Literacy Volunteers
Fox Valley (LVFV). LVFV changes lives by providing free, one-to-one literacy tutoring to adults in St.
Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Elburn, Campton Township,
LaFox, Lily Lake, Wasco and Wayne. Lessons help people learn to read, write, understand and speak English
better. Visit their website at http://www.lvfv.org/.
August Luncheon
Deane’s Market & Deli
500 S. Third St. Suite 141 • deanesmarket.com
402-0139 • [email protected]
The market was born from a long held dream to operate a restaurant focusing on
good simple food and excellent service. Almost everything we serve is made inhouse following family recipes and new favorites.
We feature house roasted meats and soups made fresh daily. We cook our own
roast beef, smoke our own meats and make our own pastrami for the Thursday
special! We offer rotating daily soup and sandwich specials. You’ll also find many of
our foods in our coolers and freezers for take home meals. We offer delivery for orders over $30 and provide food for many business meetings
and community events. The market carries gourmet cheeses, charcuterie, organic milk and dairy, fresh
eggs, bread baked to order, crackers, salsas, and handmade gourmet butters, along
with a carefully curated line of kitchen and houseware items. Stop in, plug into one
of the USB ports at our tables and get to know us! Facebook - Deane’s Market &
Deli.
IPOSH
310 Campbell St. • 457-5550 • www.iposhpro.com
IPosh exceeds expectations, provides outstanding services and treatments with
health and wellness in mind. Our team of knowledgeable professionals carry a
genuine desire for your overall well-being and will make your day at IPosh one to
remember. We provide specialty services such as microblading, facials, chemical peels, PCA peels, dermaplaning, laser hair removal, waxing, lash extensions,
Xtreme lashes and microcurrent facelifts.
Our August Luncheon will be held August 16 at Penrose
Brewing Company, 509 Stevens St., Geneva. This networking event is titled “Let’s Hunt,” and be sure to bring
plenty of business cards to share!
Nominations will be taken for 2016-2017 GWIB
Board. Contact any Board member for more information.
Our Chance-for-Charity is Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley.
Did You Know?
Geneva Women in Business is on Facebook. Visit www.
facebook.com/GenevaWomeninBusiness/ and keep up
with the latest GWIB news!
3 Ways to Make
Luncheon Reservations
• Go to www.genevachamber.com, click
“Calendar of Events”, then GWIB event
• Call the Chamber at 232-6060
• Email [email protected]
• Reservations required. Walk-ins seated if room.
Cancel via email/fax by prior Thursday at 4 pm. If
not canceled, you will be billed.
• Request vegetarian meal in advance.
• Members: $30 w/reserv; $35 if invoiced
• Nonmembers: $35 w/reserv.
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Member News
If you have news to be considered for Soundings, email Laura (lrush@genevachamber.
com) by the 10th of the preceding month. See website for double month issues.
The Geneva Lions Club recently delivered approximately 2,500 eyeglasses, 350 ink
cartridges, 54 cell phones, 17 pounds of Christmas lighting wire, and one pound of aluminum tabs to the Lions International Collection Center in Sycamore. The Geneva Lions
Club collects nearly 10,000 eyeglasses from collection sites throughout Geneva and St.
Charles each year. The eyeglasses, and other items, are then recycled for distribution
to those in need in third world countries.
Shaw Media publications, Kane County Chronicle, Elburn Herald and Sugar Grove Herald won multiple awards in the Illinois Press Association contest.
Keep your employees happy and healthy! The Geneva Park District offers local businesses affordable corporate fitness memberships that don’t require initiation fees or
a minimum number of employees. Fitness Center Memberships are available to both
Sunset Community Center and the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center. Track Pass
only memberships are available to the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center. For
more information, call 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Brian Hogan, Hogan Design & Construction, has been selected by Remodeling magazine to join the Remodeling Big 50; 50 owners of remodeling companies that have set
exceptionally high standards for professionalism and integrity through exemplary business practices are selected.
Ribbon Cutting
IPOSH
310 Campbell St.
August 2
10 am
Grand Opening
Geneva Park District Playhouse 38
321 Stevens St., Suite P
August 25
5:30 pm
(lite fare by Deane’s Market & Deli
and production of Calendar Girls to follow)
Hot Tub Tony’s
5-19-16
Carol Sweet Johnson, Johnson-Western Surveying, LLC, has been reappointed to another five year term to the Illinois Land Surveyors Licensing Board serving the Illinois
Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
KDI Design welcomes their newest Designers, Megan and Flora; their new Library
Resource, Lays and their new Project Coordinators, Brian and Sarah. In addition, they
recently remodeled their office. (Editors note: You’ll be able to see their new digs at
October’s Business After Hours)
Retired City of Geneva City Administrator Mary McKittrick earned the 2016 Outstanding Administrator Award from the Greater Chicago Chapter of the American Society for
Public Administration. The Chicago Chapter has been honoring outstanding professionals in the fields of public administration and policy for more than 25 years. The
purpose of the award is to honor an individual with connections to the Chicago area
who has made substantial contributions to good government and public administration
for an extended period. The award was granted by the Northern Illinois University Department of Public Administration faculty. AND… she was named the recipient of the
Robert B. Morris Lifetime Achievement Award by the Illinois City/County Management
Association (ILCMA). The Morris Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a municipal
manager whose service has been judged by peers as “strong or exceptional, and who
has made major contributions beyond direct service to local government,” according
to the ILCMA.
Geneva Hearing Services
10 year celebration
5-26-16
6-2-16
Jori & June
6-9-16
Geneva Salon Suites
6-17-16
Geneva Park District has again received the certificate of achievement for excellence in
financial reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States
and Canada. This is the fifth consecutive year the district has received this award.
Thank you to Randy Sutherland, AMI Communications, for our sweet treat from The
Latest Crave Cupcake & Toffee Shop. Very much appreciated and enjoyed!
Meagan Schoenrock, 25N Coworking, was promoted to Director of Member Experience.
Green Envee Body
& Skin Care
7-7-16
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Tech Tip
courtesy of The Marketing Group
Why hire a professional web designer?
Hiring an experienced designer for your logo
or website is similar to using a professional
contractor for your home. You’re going to
want someone who is licensed and wants to
maintain a polished reputation. Think of a
designer as a web architect that will provide
the quality work your online presence deserves!
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce
would like to thank all of the following businesses that have chosen to
become sponsors/advertisers on our
website, genevachamber.com.
America’s Treasures - Antiques, Furniture & Gifts
Atwater’s
Carlson’s Flooring
Crystal Life Technology, Inc.
Geneva Cabinet Gallery
HealthMarkets
Hogan Design & Construction
Lebin Financial Planning MED, Inc.
Miscella Real Estate
Preservation Bread & Wine
R. MacDonald & Associates, Ltd.
Riverside Receptions & Conference Center
Spare Wheels Transportation, Inc.
Stockholm’s
The Herrington Inn & Spa
Third Street Eyecare
This opportunity has made these members more visible and accessible to internet
consumers and enabled them to promote
themselves to a targeted audience looking at
the Chamber website for information about our
area.
If you did not get a chance to talk with our Internet Marketing Consultant, Jason Moengen,
please contact him directly at 1-800-825-1785
x351 or [email protected].
Member News (Cont.)
Longworth Prep, LLC has moved to 825 W. State St., Suite 103C, Geneva.
Savant Capital Management has been named as one of the 2016 Best Places to Work
in Illinois. The awards program began in 2006 and is promoted by the Daily Herald
Business Ledger in partnership with the Human Resources Management Association
of Chicago (HRMAC), the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, MRA-The Management Association, the Small Business Advocacy Council, the Greater Oak Brook Chamber of
Commerce and Best Companies Group.
The Geneva Lions Club is proud to announce that the Geneva Lions “We Serve” Foundation has recently awarded four local high school seniors a one-time $1,000 scholarship. In addition, the club supports two $500 scholarships at Waubonsee Community
College for new or returning sight or hearing-impaired students or students with the
intent to seek a career in a related field.
Auto-Owners Insurance is pleased to announce Valley Insurance Agency has been
named one of the TOP 10 growth agencies for the company in the state of Illinois for
2015. The agency was recognized at a luncheon meeting in Peoria, and at a reception with all regional associates, where they and other recipients were presented with
a plaque commemorating their accomplishment. Valley Insurance Agency has represented Auto-Owners since 2004.
Lifestyle Design - Bobbi Alderfer has won the 2016 Best of Houzz award for outstanding service in the design industry. Integrated Natural Medicine has changed their name to Geneva Acupuncture and
Bodyworks.
The Daily Herald garnered 10 awards at the Illinois Associated Press Media Editors
Competition held in June. In addition, The Daily Herald Business Ledger received two
international journalism awards through the Alliance of Area Business Publishers.
The Kane County Cougars are proud to announce Annie T. Cougar as the newest addition to the family in 2016. Joining her older brother Ozzie as the second coolest cougar
in the Chicagoland area, Annie was revealed to fans during the game on Saturday, June
18 with the help of some local friends including Rusty from the Chicago Steel, Sparky
the Fire Dog from the Geneva Fire Department and the Chick-fil-A Cow.
Savant Capital Management announces that financial advisor Grant Moore was selected to the “40 Under 40” class of 2016 by InvestmentNews. Grant is the firm’s first
ever team member to be recognized with the honor.
Geneva Park District is proud to announce the opening of the NEW Playhouse 38.
Located at 321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva, the facility can accommodate up to
100 seats per performance, has improved lighting and sound, and is ADA accessible.
The Geneva Lions Club recognized John Martin with the club’s highest honor, a Melvin
Jones Fellowship at the club’s 79th annual Installation and Awards Dinner at Mill Creek
Golf Club. In addition, Martin and Thomas Rogers were recognized for 20 years of
service as Geneva Lions.
Stockholm’s is now offering Sunday Brunch from 10 am-1pm. Selections include Eggs
Benedict, Omelets, Pancakes, French Toast, Kids Menu, Mimosa, Bloody Marys and
more! Regular menu is still available starting at 11 am on Sundays.
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Kane County Cougars organizations have announced
a player development contract extension through the 2018 season.
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Member Events
If you have news to be considered for Soundings, email Laura ([email protected])
by the 10th of the preceding month. See website for double month issues.
Support and Community Programs – August
TriCity Family Services offers many support and community programs. Please visit www.
tricityfamilyservices.org for class schedules, dates and times. You can also call 232-1070.
Deli Luncheons – August
Seniors can enjoy luncheons Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 am-12:15 pm at the
Geneva Township Senior Center. Reservations must be made by the prior Thursday; call
232-3602. Suggested donation for age 60+ is $3, $6 for under age 60.
Yoga – Tuesdays in August
Have you wanted to try Yoga? Join Susan for a basic yoga class at Hart Chiropractic. This
class is great for beginners. Classes will be held on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. Classes $15 for
drop-ins. Punch Passes are available in 5, 10 and 20 classes. Call 262-1421 for more
information.
Lunch & Tour – Wednesdays in August
Oscar Swan Country Inn welcomes you to enjoy lunch and tour of this historic mansion.
Choose your lunch from soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts and beverages. Groups welcome. Call to arrange a special day - 232-0173.
Flat Bread & Wine Wednesdays at Preservation – Wednesdays in August
Each Wednesday from 4-9 pm, Preservation Bread & Wine ovens fire up strong and friends
join us for flat bread pizza night, featuring five gourmet flatbreads & four different wines at
$20/bottle.
Foam Rolling – Wednesdays in August
Do you want to decrease muscle soreness and increase your range of motion? Join Nicole
for foam rolling and self-massage techniques at Hart Chiropractic Wednesday nights at
7:15 pm. Classes $15 for drop-ins. Punch Passes are available in 5, 10 and 20 classes.
Call 262-1421 for more information.
Our first Swedish Days 5K Lopp was a resounding hit. Thank you to all the volunteers
who were up before the sun and to America’s
Treasures - Antiques, Furniture & Gifts; Cocoon; Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery; Comfort Inn & Suites – Geneva; Concierge Luxury Day and Medical Spa; Costco
Wholesale; Dancer’s Dream; Fairfield Inn &
Suites; Fox Valley eValues & Deals; Geneva
Commons; Geneva Eye Clinic; The Gift Box;
Green Envee Skin & Body Care; Hang Time
Installations, Inc.; Image Awards, Engraving
& Creative Keepsakes, Inc.; Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc.; The Little Traveler; The Olive Mill; Perlman Fine Jewelry
and Stockholm’s for providing goodies for the
runner’s pick-up bags. In addition, Geneva
Lutheran Church for partnering with us for
the race breakfast.
A special shout out to Eric Ott, Geneva Running Outfitters, his staff and family for all
their assistance. We are very appreciative of
your knowledge, contacts and enthusiasm.
Core Strengthening – Thursdays in August
Core Strength is the key to help support the body. Join TJ at Hart Chiropractic in a guided
class to create stability and strength. Core Strengthening classes are great for beginners to
intermediate. Classes will be on Thursdays at 1:30pm. Classes $15 for drop-ins. Punch
Passes are available in 5, 10 and 20 classes. Call 262-1421 for more information.
Afternoon Tea – Thursdays & Saturdays in August
You are formally invited to spend the day with us and stay for Afternoon Tea from
2-4 pm in Little Traveler’s legendary tea room. Please call 232-4200 for more information.
Fox River Distilling Company Tours – Fridays thru Sundays in August
Visit Fox River Distilling Company and learn how local grains are used in the small batch
production of vodka, gin, bourbon, moonshine and several seasonal spirits. Free tours are
given to the general public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons and at other scheduled times for private parties and events. Free samples are given out as permitted by Illinois
law to persons twenty-one and older. Tour times are 12-1 pm; 2-3 pm; 4-5 pm.
Geneva Wine Cellars Special – Saturdays in August
Stop in at Geneva Wine Cellars for special wine flights all day & live local music 8-10 pm.
French Market – Sundays in August
An open air market located by the train station runs Sundays from 9 am - 2 pm through
November 13. For more information, http://www.genevachamber.com/festival_events.php.
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We are all blessed to live and work in this
community. OS2 Salon, Chez Moi Café
& Catering, Elements Massage and 318
Coffeehouse thought it would be nice to give
something to those who protect our community. Thank you Geneva Police Department!
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Recently, the U.S. Chamber
hosted a webinar on the
Department of Labor’s
finalized overtime rule.
View that webinar at:
https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/Event
LobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=1
198247&sessionid=1&key=B7BE94BB8C557D
41BEC42FF03BFBE0F3&sourcepage=register
Download the Power Point slides at:
https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/presentation_-_2016_-_preparing_for_change_-_dols_final_rule_on_
overtime_5_24_2016-final_chamber_edits.pptx
Member Events (Cont.)
Intro to LinkedIn – August 3
Learn how to get started using LinkedIn by creating a profile, following groups, and
creating posts in this free class from 7-8:30 pm at Geneva Public Library. For more
information, call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Geneva Business Book Club – August 3
Please join this monthly meeting from 6-7:30 pm for business education and masterminding. A monthly business book is chosen and the focus is on applying the concepts
and lessons to daily work culture and activities. The meetings at 318 Coffeehouse
often include local authors. For more information - facebook.com/groups/genevabusinessbookclub.
The Life and Legacy of Ray Bradbury – August 3
Sam Weller, a Geneva High School graduate and authorized biographer of the legendary writer Ray Bradbury, will discuss his book The Bradbury Chronicles: The Life of Ray
Bradbury, from 12-1 pm at Geneva Public Library. Weller had unprecedented access
to Bradbury’s private life and archive which allowed him to write an accurate, readable
account of this exceptional author. For more information, call 232-0780 or visit www.
gpld.org.
Movies in the Park – August 4
Join Geneva Park District under the stars for free Movies in the Park this summer! See
Goonies at Island Park. Movies begin at dusk or approximately 8:30 pm. Don’t forget a
blanket or lawn chair! Movies in the Park are sponsored by the Kane County Chronicle.
ANNIVERSARIES
Flair on 3rd – 1 year
All Chocolate Kitchen – 5 years
Welcome New Members
Dermatique Laser & Skin
Geneva Dental Care
Illinois Waterproofing
IPOSH
Northwestern Mutual
Renee Phillips
Thrivent Financial
Fox River Distilling Company’s First Friday Event – August 5
Come to our First Friday event from 5:30-8 pm where you can see the distillery up
close and meet the distiller while tasting our spirits. Each month we feature live music,
small bites by local restaurants and bakeries and a specialty cocktail recipe. For more
information visit our Facebook page or our website at www.foxriverdistilling.com. See
you there!
Parent’s Night Out – August 5 & 19
Enjoy an evening away, while your children ages 3-12 have a blast with snacks, movies,
games, crafts and more at Geneva Park District’s Parent’s Night Out from 6-9 pm at
the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $15
per child ($20 non-resident). Children must be toilet trained and have an emergency
information card on file. For more information, call 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Literary Evening of Writers and Wine – August 11
Join Geneva Public Library at FoxFire Restaurant for wine samples, appetizers, and
readings from the Library’s Night Writers Workshop from 6:30-8:30 pm. Cost is $35 for
this event, which is a fundraiser for Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley. For more information, call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Sunset Pool Teen Nights – August 11
Geneva Park District’s Teen Nights grant teens exclusive twilight access to Sunset Pool.
FREE! Red Ribbon Float Night (Sunset Pool) 8-10 pm ($5 resident / $6 non-resident).
For more information, call 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Geneva Library Business Book Discussion – August 11
Come discuss Rising Strong by Brené Brown Luna at Geneva Public Library from
7-8:30 pm. Cynthia Wade, an experienced facilitator, leads the discussion. For more
information, call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Vineyard Chic Inc.
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Flick ‘n Float Nights – August 12
As the sun sets, grab a floatie or an inner tube to enjoy Geneva Park District’s cool
poolside Flick ‘n Float Nights at Sunset Pool. The movie Pan starts at 8 pm. Twilight
admission rates apply.
Twilights on the Terrace – August 12
Live outdoor music at Peaceful Parlour is back for its 6th season! Join us for an evening
under the stars as the band Patchouli performs on the terraced lawn of Peaceful Parlour.
This is a free, family event, feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket and relax as you listen
to Patchouli’s sparkling acoustic sounds. This year we have gourmet food for purchase
& awesome shopping specials. For more information visit www.PeacefulParlour.com.
Essential Oils: Kids and Back to School – August 13
Back to school = homework and bedtime battles and kids who like to “share” everything. Geri Wilson discusses how essential oils can be used to support your kids during
the school year from 9:30-10:30 am at Geneva Public Library. For more information,
call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce held a
ribbon cutting May 18 for Geneva Academic Foundation’s Viking Plaza dedication
ceremony at Geneva High School. Bricks
are able to be purchased through Geneva
Academic Foundation as a fundraiser for
that organization. The inaugural purchased
bricks were unveiled at the ceremony.
5th Annual Graham’s Chocolates Sundae 5K Run/Walk – August 14
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream is hosting a 5K Run or Walk (3.1 Miles) & Ice
Cream Social at the finish line. The race will start and finish at Gunnar Anderson Forest
Preserve at 8 am. A portion of the proceeds will go to The Mikey Wunderlich Foundation for the City Of Hope. Register at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=123829. Run and help us spread the word about cancer prevention
and early detection!
The Discovery of Magic – August 16
William Pack – author, historian, magician, and raconteur – cracks open his magic
history scrapbooks to reveal a secret world of colorful characters, amusing adventures,
and arcane knowledge from 7-8:30 pm at Geneva Public Library. For more information, call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Beer Dinners – August 17 & 18
Each month Stockholm’s offers a four course dinner paired with Stockholm’s Handcrafted Beers. $65/person and reservations are required at 208-7070. For current
menu, visit www.stockholmsbrewpub.com/beer-dinners.html.
Summer Concert – August 18
The Holmstad is hosting a series of outdoor evening musical performances. The
Summer Concert Series is free, open to the public and includes performances by
some of Chicago’s favorite talent. Ann Stewart and the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band
will perform at 7 pm. This high-energy Dixieland band is led by Diva of Dixieland Ann
Stewart. The group plays everything from Dixieland jazz to swing, blues, big band
tunes, and novelty tunes from the 1920s through the 1950s. Space is limited. To
register, please visit www.TheHolmstad.org or call 226-7310. Chicago Steel President, Dan Lehv, presented a $500 check to help fund this year’s two
Geneva Academic Foundation (GAF) Senior
Scholarships. Accepting are GAF President
Jeff Vekony, GAF Strategic Planning Chair
Mark Obermeyer, GAF VP Taylor Egan and
GAF Finance Committee Chair Brad Kosirog.
Free Friday – August 19
Curious about 25N Coworking? Come try our Flex space free for a day! Email
[email protected] for details.
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The community joins the Swedish Days
parade in many ways. One of the classic
cars had some trouble and parade watchers
didn’t hesitate to give it a push.
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Kite Festival – August 20
Bring the whole family out, from 11 am-3 pm, for a great day in the park hosted by the
Geneva Park District at Peck Farm Fields. Don’t miss your chance to view incredible
kite demonstrations from Chicago Kite (wind permitting). Plus, visit our sponsor and
food booths. Plus, Geneva Public Library will be on-site handing out goodies! Be sure
to come early as the first 500 kids will receive a free paper kite to color, assemble and
fly! Sponsored in part by Firehouse Pizza & Grill.
Amy Orlando, Fox River Distilling Company, suggests a refreshing libation to
Board Chairman Scott Lebin,
Lebin Financial Planning,
at May’s Business After Hours.
Fermilab Summer Sunday Tour – August 21
Get to know Fermilab with a free, two-hour guided tour that takes you behind the
scenes of America’s particle physics laboratory beginning at 1 pm. Visit our control
rooms and see a particle accelerator. Then go and check out our herd of bison. Children 10 and older are welcome. Children between the ages of 10 and 14 need to be
accompanied by an adult. Photo ID is required to enter the Fermilab site. Registration
required at www.fnal.gov/summersundays.
“Calendar Girls” – August 25-28
Geneva Park District’s Playhouse 38 will be offering an adult production of this comedy written by Tim Firth, produced with special arrangement by Samuel French, and
directed by Lisa Pivaronas. This is based on the true story of eleven members of the
Women’s Institute who posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukemia Research Fund. The story starts when Annie’s husband John dies of leukemia, she and
best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting
room. Visit genevaparks.org for ticket and time information.
Geneva History Museum hosted
May’s Business After Hours.
After behind the scenes tours, guests enjoyed sweet and savory treats from
Sweet Natalie’s Gluten Free Bakery.
Chamber members took
BEST in 65 categories
in the Kane County Chronicle
Best of the Fox Readers’
Choice Awards 2016.
61 different members received accolades as One of Best in one or more
categories. Geneva was voted Best
Downtown Shopping District and Festival of the Vine as Best Festival, while
Swedish Days was One of the Best.
Congratulations to all the winners. Go
online to www.kcchronicle.com for the
complete list.
Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites – through August 27
Geneva History Museum’s special gallery exhibit is open. A highly immersive and
engaging exhibition where families discover the joy and power of reading at any age.
Step into the world of some of your favorite storybooks, building a snow person and
making snow angels in “The Snowy Day”, tucking in Peter Rabbit and finding Spot.
The Great Bald Eagle – August 28
Join Geneva Park District at Peck Farm Park, 2 or 4 pm, to see a live bald eagle and
learn about this amazing bird. Register early – limited spots available. Call 232-4542
or visit genevaparks.org.
Geneva Concours d’Elegance – August 28
Automobile enthusiasts will gather on Third Street to view a collection of the best classic, exotic and race automobiles that showcases the heritage, artistic and engineering
significance of the automobile on Third Street from State Street to South Street. Car
participants from all over the Midwest will display their prized automobiles hoping to be
awarded one of the coveted “Carl F. Benz” awards. Starting at 10 am - 4 pm....a great
family event at no cost. Donations to benefit LivingWell Cancer Resource Center. Visit
genevachamber.com/festival_events.php for more information.
The SAT: What You Need to Know – August 30
Come and discover what you need to know about the new SAT from 7-8 pm at Geneva
Public Library. Parents and students welcome. For more information, call 232-0780 or
visit www.gpld.org.
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Annual Chamber Golf Outing
The force of the course
Whether you golfed, sponsored, donated or volunteered all had a
STARtling great time at the Geneva Chamber golf outing. Thanks
a million to all who made this event possible: our committee, our
sponsors, our merchants for in-kind donations and services, our
hard-working volunteers, the staff at Mill Creek Golf Club for all
their assistance and delicious meals.
Committee Members
Jody Lay, Chairman - Nosh
Rich Foster - Liberty Mutual Insurance
Bill Germanetti - iMPACT Business Coaching, Inc.
Gabe Gonzalez - Savant Capital Management, Inc.
Robert Langeness - Yurs Funeral Homes
Laurie Milbourn - Going to My Happy Place Yoga
Steve Rogers - CGTek, Inc.
Jeanne Sawtell - Geneva Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Sommerfeld - Graham’s 318 Coffeehouse Awards Sponsor
Image Awards, Engraving
& Creative Keepsakes, Inc.
Dinner Sponsor
Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank
Drink Hole Sponsors
Claddagh Irish Pub
Nosh
Stockholm’s
Bottled Water Sponsor
Yurs Funeral Homes
Breakfast Sponsor
Chick-fil-A Batavia
Centerpiece Sponsor
Town & Country Gardens
We love that one golfer took the Star
Wars theme very seriously at the
Chamber golf outing.
Golf Ball Sponsor
Savant Capital Management, Inc.
At a hole far, far away was sponsor
State Farm – Bill Nelson, Agent.
Golf Cart Sponsor
Geneva Commons
Chair Massage Sponsor
Elements Massage
Goodie Bag Sponsor
Yurs Funeral Homes
Coffee Sponsor
FreshGround Roasting
Hole Sponsors
BMO Harris Bank
Liberty Mutual Insurance – Richard Foster
Crum-Halsted Insurance & Risk Management
Riley Drug
Geneva ACE Hardware/Havlicek Builders, Inc.
State Farm – Bill Nelson, Agent
GreenFields of Geneva
Waubonsee Community College
iMPACT Business Coaching, Inc.
Yurs Funeral Homes
Lunch Sponsor
Vineyard Chic Inc.
Elements Massage provided much
kneaded massages for the weary golfers.
Donors
Artemisia Carlson’s Flooring Chick-fil-A Batavia The Chilled Palette
Cocoon Egg Harbor Cafe El Molcajete on 3rd Flair on 3rd
FoxFire Fuller’s Car Wash and FastLube Geneva Commons
Geneva Wine Cellars & Tasting Room, LLC
Going To My Happy Place Yoga
Graham’s 318 Coffeehouse Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
Her Art Shoppe Hotel Baker/ROX City Grill Kane County Cougars
KimberleeB Photography
Konicek & Dillon, P.C. Mayor Kevin Burns, City of Geneva
Metropolis Coffee Moveable Feast Niche Nobel House
Odalisque Beauty Apothecary OS2 Salon The Royal Country Clubs
Sergio’s Cantina St. Andrews Golf & Country Club State Street Jewelers
Sweet Natalie’s Gluten Free Bakery
Swing by King World Martial Arts Academy USA, Inc.
A special thank you to Carol Murin, Solutions for Long Term Care; Patty Donahue, Image
Awards, Engraving & Creative Keepsakes, Inc. and Martha Talley for volunteering their time
at the golf outing.
Gordie Hard, Valley Insurance Agency and Steve
Tate, Culligan Soft Water pause for a pose with
their foursome.
10
Swedish Days 2016
Costco Wholesale
School of Art
The Swedish Days presenting sponsor
Northwestern Medicine, had everyone seeing
yellow and blue, all over town, with their
unique t-shirt and bag design.
Wasco Nursery & Garden Center
The Home Depot
Getting a chance to be a fireman for a couple
hours was made possible by
Geneva Fire Department Saturday night.
Geneva Lions and Vikings
at Sweden Väst. OH MY!
Hundreds of kids became superheroes, fairies
and zombies thanks to Midwest Fun Factory’s,
Mireille Gross-Page.
St. Charles Bowl
Stories and friends at the very popular Geneva
Settler’s Coffee sponsored by Delnor Glen Senior
Living, part of Northwestern Medicine.
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Geneva or Sweden?
Hard to tell with all the Swedish flags blowing in the wind.
Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream
The Paper Merchant
Halsa, The Aromatherapy Shop
Perlman Fine Jewelry
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chairman
Scott Lebin ........................ Lebin Financial Planning
Vice Chairman
Mark Spero............ Money Mailer of Fox River Valley
Treasurer
Susan Huang.................. Fox Valley eValues & Deals
Past Chairman
Gordie Hard........................Valley Insurance Agency
Secretary
Lisa Nelson......................................Carlson’s Floors
BOARD MEMBERS
Steve Burnham........................ The Paper Merchant
Jamie Daniel.................................. Member Emerita
Jim Emma.....................Nova Communications, Inc.
George Havlicek ................... Geneva ACE Hardware
Neil Johnson ..................................Sperry Van Ness
Robert Langeness .......................Yurs Funeral Home
Michael Olesen ..................................... Stockholm’s
Jesse Mercado................. The Herrington Inn & Spa
Tim Riley .................................................Riley Drug
Martha Sanchez ...................... State Street Jewelers
Mike Simon ..................................The Little Traveler
Darla Yhost ............................. Geneva Bank & Trust
STAFF
Jean Gaines.............................................. President
[email protected]
Krista Andersen ......................... Member Services &
Volunteer Coord, [email protected]
Judy Carroll .........Membership/Sponsorship Director
[email protected]
Mary Miller ...................................... Office Manager
[email protected]
Laura Rush......................Communications Manager
[email protected]
Jeanne Sawtell...........................Member Services &
Events Coord, [email protected]
All Chocolate Kitchen
City of Geneva
MISSION STATEMENT
The primary mission of the Geneva Chamber of
Commerce is to be the voice of its members and the
business community on matters of economic, social
and cultural concerns, and to develop, maintain and
monitor selective programs of action which identify
issues, provide support in areas of concern and
foster community pride and recognition.
SOUNDINGS IS PUBLISHED
BY THE
GENEVA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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3N497 N. 17th Street, St. Charles
377-8420 • Fax 377-8584
HOURS ........................................ Weekdays 9-4:30
EDITOR ................................................. Laura Rush
PHONE (630) 232-6060 .......... FAX (630) 232-6083
WEBSITE ......................... www.genevachamber.com
EMAIL [email protected]
12SOUNDINGS
Geneva Chamber of Commerce
8 South Third Street
PO Box 481
Geneva, IL 60134-0481
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PERMIT #663
Thursday Night Classic Car Shows
in August 6 – 8 pm in
Courthouse parking lot.
drawing September 11, 2016
Board Members Martha Sanchez, State Street Jewelers and Susan Huang, Fox Valley eValues & Deals
join forces to sell tickets during Swedish Days.
Festival of the Vine – September 9 – 11
Food, Flavors, Friends, Fall and FUN!
Play With A Purpose
For the second year, Geneva Chamber of Commerce
is partnering with a local non-profit in a 50/50 Community Raffle. CASA Kane County has joined forces
with the Chamber in this five month long raffle. Sales
continue this month and through September 11 with
the drawing on Sunday, September 11 at Festival of
the Vine.
Tickets are for sale at $5/ticket; $20/5 tickets and
$100/30 tickets and can be purchased at the Geneva Chamber office (8 S. Third St.) by contacting
a member of CASA Kane County and at the following member businesses (Carlson’s Flooring, Geneva
ACE Hardware, Riley Drugs and State Street Jewelers).
Last year’s winner won over $11,000!
Coming Up!
September’s Business After Hours on September 27
will Celebrate Chamber of Commerce Week. Join us
at 25N Coworking. More information in the September/October newsletter.
Reminder: There is not a Business After Hours in August.
Buy 1, buy 100 – the more you buy from a nonprofit, the more monies that organization receives
to assist in enhancing our community through their
charitable efforts.
For more information, call Geneva Chamber at 232-6060.

Swedish Days memories inside!

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