MARCH TO YOUR OWN BEAT! - Geneva Chamber of Commerce

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Volume 106, Issue 4
April/May 2014
Geneva Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
MARCH TO YOUR
OWN BEAT!
Have you seen our new site?
Same address at genevachamber.com but
completely different look!
Your business or organization should be represented in our community parade. March
with the over 100 units or Ride on your own decorated float. This is tremendous publicity
for your business. No fee to enter – just a creative idea to present your message.
Much tech talk and a year gone by.
This year, in celebration of Swedish Days’ 65th anniversary, the theme of the parade will be
a retrospect of the last six decades. Join in the celebration and theme your unit to the 50’s,
60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s or 00’s.
Genevachamber.com is still the place to go.
Our website is new for you to try.
Type it in now and enjoy the show!
The parade application can be downloaded at http://www.genevachamber.com/grand_parade_application.php. Application must be signed and turned in to the Chamber by May
Swedish Days
Grand Parade 1973
Website Kudos
Swedish Days
Grand Parade 1982
cr. Geneva Republican
Brush up on your jokes...
April is
National Humor Month
“By the way, I meant to tell you that your website looks great. So clean looking and all the
nice pictures.”
Time to get your bike tuned up...
May is
National Bike Month
Karen Yackley
Festival of the Vine Craft Show Coordinator
“The new website is fab! Love the layout and
design. Good job to all!”
Jen Bellendir
Logon Group
Area Code is 630 unless noted otherwise.
www.genevachamber.com
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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
March Luncheon
A big thank you to Kane County Cougars for
hosting our March luncheon and networking
activity. Our March Chance-for-Charity was the
Fox Valley Food for Health. Your contributions
to this worthy organization are greatly appreciated!
April Luncheon
Join us on Tuesday, April 15 for our April luncheon to be held at Oscar Swan Country Inn.
Our guest speaker will be Mary Kay Slowikowski. Find out how your selling priorities mesh
or clash with the tendencies of different customers as Mary Kay shares powerful techniques
on how to execute high performance business
standards. Our April Chance-for-Charity will
again be Fox Valley Food for Health.
May Luncheon
Join us on Tuesday, May 20 for our May networking meeting to be held at the Wildwood
Restaurant. Bring plenty of business cards!
Our May Chance-for-Charity is Geneva Township Senior Center. The Senior Citizen Center
has approximately 6,000 square feet devoted
exclusively to all senior citizens and senior
groups in our community. For more information
please check out their website at http://genevatownship.com/seniorservices.html.
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.
Price
• Members: $25 w/reserv; $30 if invoiced
• Nonmembers: $30 w/reserv; $35 if invoiced
Brenda Fredrick Interior Design - Brenda Fredrick Allied ASID
902 S. Randall Rd. Ste. C246 • 485-6456 • brendainteriordesign.com • [email protected]
Brenda Fredrick Interior Design is a residential design firm that specializes in interior
design consulting. We work with clients, and we collaborate with architects, builders,
and remodelers at the planning stage and bring a designer’s eye to how the space
will look and function when completed. We keep up with the latest trends and newest
materials, and have a team of tradespeople to assure your project is completed on
time and on budget. Brenda’s constant attention to detail, commitment to excellence
and a focus on the client’s preferences are keys to her success. She listens to her
clients and designs spaces that meet the client’s needs and budget while exceeding their expectations. Her 25 years of experience serving Fox Valley clients, has
culminated into this new business venture. Brenda is a member of ASID, the most
established professional interior design association in the country and the industry’s
benchmark for quality.
Enticing Cuisine, LTD
12 S. Water St. Batavia • 761-0399 • www.enticingcuisine.com • [email protected]
Since 2007 Enticing Cuisine has been one of the Fox Valley’s finest caterers. Owned
by Chef Jason Stoffels, Enticing Cuisine prides itself on bringing you the highest quality and best value for your catering needs. Specializing in weddings, anniversaries,
birthdays, showers, BBQ’s, chocolate fountains, corporate events. Breakfast through
dinner. From intimate gatherings to formal affairs for 10-400 people. Pick up, delivery, full service available. Give them a call and let them handle your next event.
Firehouse Pizza & Grill
17 N. Fourth St. • 262-8000 • www.firehousepizzaandgrill.com
Firehouse Pizza & Grill is located in the heart of Geneva’s historical downtown district.
Inspired by local firefighters looking to open up shop and create some real heat in
the local competition. We serve up nothing but the absolute favorites at exceptional
quality for a reasonable price. From pizza and pastas to salads and wraps, we have
something for everyone to extinguish your hunger! We also serve Gluten-Free Pizza!
Visit us at www.firehousepizzaandgrill.com and Like Us on Facebook at facebook.
com/firehousepizzagrill for special offers and daily specials.
First Centennial Mortgage – Melissa Steuart, Senior Mortgage Consultant
2471 W. Sullivan Rd. Aurora • [email protected] • www.melissasteuart.com
First Centennial Mortgage is a family-owned mortgage banker focusing primarily on
residential financing. We underwrite, close, and fund all of our loans in-house; giving
us the ability to control the whole process from beginning to end. The commitment
to our customers through aggressive pricing and fast turn-times continue to set us
apart from our competition. As a Senior Mortgage Consultant, I negotiate for you!
My job is to save you time, money and stress. I take the time to find the lender best
suited to your mortgage needs. By walking with you every step of the way, I am able
to simplify the entire mortgage process. I treat my clients as an extension of my own
family. Please contact me so that I can assist you with all of your mortgage needs.
Penrose Brewing Company
509 Stevens St. * Taproom: 232-2115 * [email protected] * penrosebrewing.com
Penrose Brewing Company is a new craft brewery and taproom focusing on Belgianinspired session ales, oak barrel-aging and alternative fermentation. Our facility is
located just north of downtown Geneva at the intersection of 5th and Stevens streets.
Our tasting room is open to the public and we offer regular tours of the production facility. Visit penrosebrewing.com for more information including taproom hours, tours,
news and events, as well as links to follow us on social media.
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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.
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month! Geneva Public Library District would
like to thank all of our volunteers for their contribution of time and energy to the Library! Information on volunteer opportunities and applications are available at www.gpld.org/
volunteers.
Fox Valley Orthopedic became a new Corporate Supporter in Caring for TriCity Family Services.
Geneva Family Dental gave from the heart by opening their doors to the needy and
offering free services during “Dentist with a Heart” day. The GFD staff provided over
$9000 in exams, teeth cleanings, fillings, extractions and x-rays. “Dentist with a Heart”
is held each February in the Fox Valley communities.
The Geneva High School Geneva Television Program (GTV) would like to thank all the
businesses that supported the GTV raffle! Chamber members include: Cocoon, Dancer’s Dream, Elements Massage, Geneva Bank & Trust, Geneva Running Outfitters,
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream, The Herrington Inn & Spa, Kernel’s Gourmet
Popcorn & More, Mill Race Cyclery, The Little Traveler, Odalisque Beauty Apothecary,
Old Towne Pub & Eatery, OS2 Salon, The Paper Merchant, State Street Dance Studio, Tom and Eddie’s and Well Polished Nail Spa. The raffle raised over $1500 and
assisted in the costs of their Student Television Network competition trip to Orlando last
month.
The Friends of TriCity Family Services are sponsoring the Adopt-a-Family Easter program for our client families in need again this year. For many families we serve, it is a
year-round struggle to provide meals for their loved ones. Sign up to sponsor a family
and we will provide you with the gender and ages of all family members and ask you to
put together a food basket, complete with Easter goodies for the children. If you would
like to help in another way, we are also collecting donated gift cards from grocery stores
to be used for this program. To sign up to help a family, please email Mary Kay Dowling
([email protected]) or call 232-1070.
Ribbon Cuttings
Kilwins of Geneva
407 S. Third St., Ste. 186
5:00 p.m., April 9
Moveable Feast 3-4-14
State Street Dance was honored to have one of their dancers perform and tell her experience of training at the Bolshoi in Brazil live on WGN News in January. In addition, two
dancers from the studio were selected to compete in the Youth American Grand Prix,
one of the world’s largest student ballet scholarship competitions that awards more than
$250,000 annually in scholarships to leading dance schools worldwide.
During April and May, Maxillofacial and Facial Aesthetic Surgery has a special offering
for Chamber members. Please call for more information - 232-9090.
Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley was awarded accredited status by ProLiteracy. To receive this, a program must demonstrate that it meets and exceeds 16 standards.
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Congratulations to Niche for being one of the top 10 Best Overall Restaurants in Chicago/Illinois rated by Open Table.com diners.
The Herrington Inn & Spa received some wonderful PR in the Spring 2014 Illinois
Meetings & Events magazine. To enjoy, http://www.tigeroakmag.com/illinois-meetings/
spr-14/#?page=26.
Dr. Eric and Elizabeth Spicher of Integrated Natural Medicine are proud to be celebrating 2 years in Geneva. They are pleased to be helping their patients with their health
concerns, pain or nutritional wellness.
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European Wax Center 3-11-14
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Cabin Fever Festival
April 17-20 & 24-27
2100 Randall Rd., Geneva
(in front of Gander Mountain)
Warm weather is coming! Celebrate at the
Cabin Fever Festival with The Windy City
Amusement Carnival.
Take advantage of unlimited ride specials
from 6-10 pm Thursdays & Fridays and
1-5 pm Saturdays & Sundays. For only $25/
per person/per day ride as many rides as you
desire during the unlimited ride times/days.
Regular hours of operation are 6-10 pm April
17, 18, 24 & 25 and 1-10 pm April 19, 20,
26 & 27.
Member News (Cont.)
The theme for this year’s National Library Week in April is “Lives Change @ Your Library.” Geneva Public Library District wants to know how you want your lives to change in 2014. Simply email one of your goals to Kimberly Gotches at [email protected] and you will receive a
tip on how to accomplish it with help from the Library. Anyone who participates by Monday,
April 7 will be automatically entered in a drawing to win a Geneva Chamber of Commerce
$25 Gift Certificate. The winner will be notified during National Library Week, April 13-19.
Congratulations to Fox Valley Electrical Construction for recently passing training to become
a certified Kohler generator dealer. For more information please call 336-3415 or visit their
website or Facebook page for additional information, services and offers.
The Daily Herald earned an honorable mention in Editor & Publisher’s annual “Ten Newspapers That Do It Right” list. The annual list recognizes newspapers that have achieved
success through innovation, implemented effective cost savings or created programs that
have generated revenues or increased circulation.
The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) has awarded Geneva
School District its Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for excellence in budget presentation.
This is the third time Geneva School District has submitted an application for and received
this award. To earn this award, the District submitted its 2013–2014 budget for a rigorous
review based on stringent criteria. The award is conferred only to school entities that have
met or exceeded the Meritorious Budget Award criteria.
Congratulations to Image Awards, Engraving & Creative Keepsakes, Inc. for celebrating 20
years in business this year!
Don’t forget to tell customers about the
Geneva Visitor Center (right below our offices
on Third). It is open 9 – 4:30 Monday – Friday;
11 – 4 Saturday and 12 – 4 Sunday. Questions about Geneva can be answered there!
Geneva High School Post Prom, an alternative activity for students to have an exciting evening with their friends, while keeping them off the streets and safe, takes place on May
3, immediately following Prom. In order to make this event a success, the committee is
seeking donations of gift cards, prizes or cash (that can be used to purchase prizes) for the
students. If you or your business is willing to support this event please contact Sue Baker,
at [email protected] or 208-5955. We will arrange to pick up your donation at
your convenience. No donations are too small and every donation is appreciated!
This month State Street Jewelers will be making their trip to Antwerp, the Diamond Capital
of the World. When they go to Antwerp they can hand select the diamond of your dreams.
They personally guarantee the best price, the best quality and the most unique buying
experience! They take pre-orders and all diamonds will be available the beginning of May,
just in time for Mother’s Day!
FONA President Luke Slawek and his wife were honored as CASA Kane County Children’s
Champion couple. The award was presented at their gala event held in March.
In addition, there is still an opportunity to purchase a tile to place on our wall/tree. Please
call the Chamber for details. Great PR for you
and/or your business!
Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano celebrated 18 years in business this past February.
THANKS!
A wall of thanks to David at Proud Fox
Gallery for the complimentary hanging of
our pictures in the Visitor Center.
Board Member Mike Simon was honored by Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley
in March for his restoration of his building on Third Street.
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Member Events
Business Classes – April & May
The Illinois SBDC at Waubonsee Community College offers a variety of useful courses for
small business owners. For more information, waubonsee.edu/learning/business/sbdc/.
Deli Luncheons – April & May
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.
Support and Community Programs – April & May
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.
Spring Luncheons – April & May
Kate Raftery, founder of Little Traveler, used to invite friends to come to Geneva for
the day where they dined amid the splendor of Kate’s latest acquisitions from Europe
and the Orient. We’ve brought back that tradition with a twist! Luncheons start at
noon. $21.50 (includes a $5 shopping coupon). Reserve at 232-4200 (ask for Crystal
Room). Luncheons include: Easter/Spring Fling (4/12); Easy as 1-2-3 (4/30); Kentucky Derby (5/3); Garden Party (5/17).
Afternoon Tea – Thursdays & Saturdays in April & May
You are formally invited to spend the day with us and stay for Afternoon Tea from
2 – 4:30 pm in Little Traveler’s legendary tea room. Please call 232-4200 for more
information.
Sunday Breakfast Buffet – Sundays in April & May
The Oscar Swan Country Inn offers a Sunday buffet from 9:30 – 11 am.
Reservations required; $14.95/person. Visit www.oscarswan.com or call 232-0173.
April 25 & 26
Have too much stuff you don’t use anymore?
Want a garage sale but don’t know how to
advertise without spending all the profits you
may make? The Chamber’s hosting a CityWide Garage Sale. WE do all the publicizing,
advertising, distributing and coordinating –
YOU keep all the profits! If you live in Geneva
– this is the sale for YOU!
Go to www.primegaragesales.com/geneva.
html to register online. To pay by cash/check,
visit genevachamber.com and download the
form. Early bird pricing until April 10!
Book & Bag It: I Dwell in Possibility: An Intimate Evening with Emily Dickinson – April 2
From 12 – 1 pm at Geneva Public Library District, Betsey Means of WomanLore
delves into the introverted and reclusive life of one of the greatest American poets,
Emily Dickinson. Registration is not required. Bring a sack lunch if you wish.
“The Spitfire Grill” – opens April 4
Steel Beam Theatre presents this play Fri (8 pm); Sat (8 pm); Sun (3 pm). Please
visit steelbeamtheatre.com or call 587-8521 for tickets and more information. Thru
April 27.
Ruth Ford and Sylvia Simon- April 5
A presentation at 2 pm at Geneva History Center by Nancy Smith Hopp on the life
and work of artist Ruth Van Sickle Ford and her friendship with and influence on GHC
featured artist Sylvia Simon. Reservations please at genevahistorycenter.org.
$10/general public; $5/GHC members.
“Tiny Thumbelina” – opens April 5
At Steel Beam Theatre, Sat (10:30 am & 1 pm) & Sun (1 pm). For more information
587-8521. Thru April 27.
Finding the Dragon Lady – April 7
Barbara Rinella, at Little Traveler, presents this book by Monique Brinson Domery.
$25 ticket includes continental breakfast, program, and a $10 coupon good that day.
Register online littletraveler.com or 232-4200. Check-in begins at 8:45 am; enter at
Fulton St.
Auditions for
Geneva’s Got Talent
Geneva Chamber of Commerce is looking for
talent! Singers, dancers, magicians, jugglers,
gymnasts…just about anything.
“Geneva’s Got Talent” auditions will be held
May 18 in Geneva. Only the first 75 applications received will audition for a chance to
perform and compete during Swedish Days
for a chance at a $1000 cash prize.
You do not have to be a Geneva resident to
audition. For the rules and application, visit
genevachamber.com/swedish_days.php
Questions? Call 232-6060
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Member Events (cont.)
Geneva Women’s Club General Meeting – April 8
Join us at 7 pm. Please visit our website mothersclubofgeneva.org for location.
Brown Bag Lunch Series – April 8
From 12 – 1 pm at Geneva History Center, presentation will be “History of Wm.
Horn Structural Steel.” Reservations $5/$3 Members, Complimentary for Herrington
Circle Members.
K.C. Gulbro, Nick Galvan and Tricia Evans
from FoxFire Restaurant spent the evening
with fellow chamber members at February’s
Business After Hours at Riverside Receptions hosted by THE Marketing Group and
Dale, Smith & Associates.
Over 100 attendees received a sneak peak
at our new website at February’s Business After Hours hosted by THE Marketing
Group and Dale, Smith & Associates. This
creative business duo, pictured here, were
the ideal “link” and “connection” for our
fabulous picture postcard site.
Coin Stories – April 10
From 6:30 – 8 pm at the Geneva Public Library District, celebrate Money Smart
Week with presenter Ron Beckstrom, a member of the American Numismatic Association. Participants are encouraged to bring up to four coins for an Antique Road
Show kind of appraisal. Registration is not required.
Teen Night Owl Egg Hunt – April 11
Teens, ages 10-15, will have a blast searching for eggs filled with candy and prizes at
Geneva Park District’s Teen Night Owl Egg Hunt at Wheeler Park. The hunt begins
promptly at 7:30 pm. Remember to bring a flashlight and dress appropriately for
the weather. Cost is $5 per person ($8 non-resident). Pre-registration is required by
Friday, April 4.
Geneva Park District’s Parent’s Night Out – April 11 & May 2
Enjoy an evening away as your children, ages 3-12, play games, make crafts, watch
movies and enjoy food at the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center’s Parent’s
Night Out the first Friday night of each month from 6 – 9 pm. Pre-registration is required. Children must be toilet trained, and have an emergency contact card on file.
Cost is $15 per child ($20 non-resident). For more information, call 232-4542 or visit
genevaparks.org.
Earth Day Celebration – April 12
Celebrate Earth Day in the Little Traveler Toy Room from 9:30 – 10:30 am. Learn
about plants and how they grow. We’ll plant seeds in a bucket that you can watch
grow at home! Snacks provided. $3.50 per child. Please call 232-4200 or stop in to
sign up—ask for the Toy Room.
Foodie 5K – April 12
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s first community fun run in April, will take place Saturday at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, and will feature a post-run festival with entertainment, food trucks, a kids zone, etc. For more information www.SolveHungerToday.
org/Foodie5k.
Crystal Singing Bowls - April 12th
Crystal singing bowls and oneness blessing with Yolanda Lozano at Peaceful Parlour.
As the healing sounds wash over you, they soothe and nourish the body, mind and soul.
Yolanda works with subtle energies and plays her crystal singing bowls with a sensitivity
and warmth that will amaze you from 7 – 9 pm, $20 cost. For more information, peacefulparlour.com or Facebook. RSVP recommended at 232-6300.
Larry Johnson, LK Johnson Studio, was one
of four artists who donated pieces to be auctioned off at Geneva Cultural Art’s “Eat Your
Art Out” event in February. Other members
who donated pieces included Jan Schmuckal,
Gallery 28 and Len Bielefeldt, Art Box.
Hop into Fun! Easter Egg Hunt – April 12
Grab your Easter basket and join Geneva Park District for our free Annual Egg Hunt
outside the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center. This free-to-the-public hunt begins promptly at 10 am. The Easter Bunny has scattered over 5,000 eggs in two age
specific areas—one for children ages 4 and under, and one for children ages 5 and
up. We hunt rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Participants are
encouraged to arrive early as parking may be limited. Geneva Bank & Trust is one of
the sponsors of this years hunt.
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Breakfast with the Bunny- April 12
Geneva Park District invites you to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with the
Easter Bunny before or after the 10 am Annual Egg Hunt. Inside the Stephen D.
Persinger Recreation Center. Register to eat breakfast before the hunt or immediately after. Cost is $4 per person/residents ($6 non-resident). Advance registration is
required. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Children under one
are free, but must register. High chairs are not available. For more information, call
232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Lynn Berry Easter Egg Hunt – April 12
Bring your Easter basket and HOP on over to Cadence Fitness & Health Center at
11 am. The Easter bunny will be here to help you find lots of eggs! Be on the lookout
for special “prize” eggs and if you find one, you will win an Easter basket filled with
special surprises! After the hunt, snack bags will be provided and don’t forget to bring
your camera to take a family picture with the Easter bunny too! Registration begins
March 27/members ($5); April 1/non-members ($7) until April 7. Sign up at the
Service Desk inside the facility.
Earth Day Celebration – April 12
Celebrate Earth Day the green way with the Natural Resources Committee of Geneva
and Geneva Park District from 11 am – 3 pm at Peck Farm Park. This free, familyfriendly event will feature a green market with local merchants, rain barrels and compost bins for sale, a bicycle tune-up shop, free paper shredding and more. For more
information, contact Jay Womack at [email protected].
Hawks Hollow Grand “Hatching” Event – April 12
As part of Peck Farm Park’s Earth Day Celebration, Geneva Park District will celebrate
the re-opening of Hawks Hollow Nature Playground with a Grand “Hatching” Event
from 11 am – 3 pm. Explore the playground with a nature scavenger hunt through its
eight interactive learning stations featuring native bird species and natural elements.
Hawks Hollow Nature Playground is a 2014 Illinois Parks & Recreation Outstanding
Facility that engages visitors in environmental education through hands-on activities
and unstructured play. For more information, call 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Tri-City Office supply themed with Swedish
Days by offering Swedish Souvenir Canes
for .29 in 1959. Not to mention dressing
in Swedish garb too!
Swedish Days
is 65 years young!!!
The parade and musical entertainment are
themed to the last six decades, starting with
the 50s on opening day Tuesday, June 17.
Can you bring a decade (or two, three…) into
your business? Post your information on our
Special Offers section of the website. Pick
the 2014 Special Offers category. Help us
show the hundreds of thousands coming to
Geneva that Swedish Days is alive at 65!
Flea Market – April 12 & 13
America’s Treasures – Antiques, Furniture & Gifts will have a flea market outside of
their store on N. Third St. from 10 am – 5 pm (Sat) and 11 am – 5 pm (Sun).
Throwing Things – April 13
For Grades 5–12. From 1 – 3 pm at the Geneva Public Library District, Professional juggler Mike Vondruska will demonstrate his skills and teach you how to “throw
things.” You’ll get hands-on instruction with scarves and beanballs and experiment
with spinning plates, flower sticks and spinning ropes. Registration is required. Call
232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Teen ACT/SAT WordSmith – April 15
From 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the Geneva Public Library District, teens are invited to hone
vocabulary skills for the ACT and SAT at this interactive, game-style event. Registration is required. Call 232-0780 or visit www.gpld.org.
Geneva Chocolate Tour – April 16 & May 21
Chicago Chocolate Tours – Geneva. Tours begin at Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice
Cream and include stops at The Sugar Path, 318 Coffeehouse, Moveable Feast and
The Little Traveler for the AM tour (10:45). The PM tour (2:45) does not include The
Little Traveler but does add Preservation Bread & Wine. This is considered an easily
walkable tour. Space is limited and reservations are required. Tickets are $40 each.
More information at chicagochocolatetours.com/geneva-il or 312-929-2939.
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Thank you
to the Geneva Chamber for
letting us host the Geneva After Hours. The
night was a HUGE success. Over 150 people
came to our office and it was nice to network
with all the local businesses. The donations
from the local restaurants and businesses
made the night extra special with over fifteen
door prizes and a buffet of the best food in
town. Already hosting After Hours has helped
our business become even more visible.
We are proud to be members of the Geneva
Chamber of Commerce and look forward to
many more exceptional events.
Jason Rader
Vice President of Marketing and Sales
The Marketing Group Inc
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Afternoon Tea – April 17 & May 22
Atwater’s is honored to host Afternoon Tea the third Thursday of the month. Choose
from a selection of tea from Coffee Drop Shop while nibbling on finger sandwiches,
warm scones, pastries and delicious desserts! Afternoon Tea is from 3 pm to 4:30
pm and is $19.50 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. Please
call Atwater’s at 208-7433.
Ladies Night Out – April 17 & May 22
At America’s Treasures – Antiques, Furniture & Gifts from 6 – 8 pm.
Easter Brunch – April 20
Oscar Swan Country Inn hosts brunch at two seatings; 10 am & 1 pm. For reservations
call 232-0173.
Easter Brunch – April 20
Niche hosts brunch from 10 am – 2pm. Three Courses; $44 per person.
Easter Brunch at Prairie Landing Golf Club -April 20
Join us for our annual Easter Brunch! We will have an extensive array of delicious
menu selections to satisfy everyone’s taste buds! Please choose from: 10:30 am,
11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm. This event was sold out last year so
please sign up soon!! $35.95 for adults (plus tax and appropriate service fees) and
children ages 4-11 are $15.25. Call or email us today to book your reservation: 2087633; [email protected].
Penrose/Solemn Oath Dinner – April 23
Celebrate this unique event at Niche at 6:30 pm. Cost is $65/person and includes 5
beers and 4 courses. A special collaboration beer will be featured and only available at
this event. After dinner the basement of EvenFlow Music & Spirits will be open with
special beers, including Penrose Brewing, on tap. Call 262-1000 for more information.
Welcome New Members!
Chateau
Enticing Cuisine, LTD
Firehouse Pizza & Grill
Matsock Insurance & Financial Services
Penrose Brewing Company
Relux Vintage
Vons Electric, Inc.
Wackenhut Appraisals
KDI for a Kure’s Fifth Annual Vegas Night for Breast Cancer – April 25
Join KDI Design for Gaming, Dancing, Live Music, Silent Auction and More...all to
support Breast Cancer Awareness. To register, http://events.constantcontact.com/
register/event?llr=jronnycab&oeidk=a07e8h97fylfd9af33a
Spring Fling Dinner – April 25
At Chez Moi Café & Catering from 6 - 10 pm; live music with Gregory Hyde. To
learn more about our upcoming special events, please call us at 331-248-0654,
visit chezmoigeneva.com. Like us on Facebook at “ChezMoiGeneva” and/or Follow
us on Twitter at @ChezMoiGeneva.
Silver Linings – April 26
TriCity Family Services invites you to experience an elegant evening featuring a seated dinner, entertainment, extensive silent auction, exciting live auction, raffles and
The Golden Heart Awards for long-standing and meritorious philanthropic support.
Visit tricityfamilyservices.org for reservations.
April 26 - A Garden Party
As SG Geneva, aka Scentimental Gardens, celebrates their 25th year in business with
fun and diverse monthly events, each featuring a local cause and donation drive. Our
goal is to say thank you to our customers and to our communities for decades of support. From 9 - 5, we will have a live plant sale, annuals, topiaries and herbs and fresh
bouquets. Along with container planting demo’s and secrets shared choose your plants,
container and pot up alongside us. Of course there will be refreshments and this month
our local cause is Geneva Beautification. Drawing for a garden consultation.
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Garden Show & Flea Market – April 26 & 27
In celebration of their two year anniversary America’s Treasures – Antiques, Furniture & Gifts will have a flea market, raffle and garden show outside of their store on
N. Third St. from 10 am – 6 pm (Sat) and 11 am – 5 pm (Sun).
Night Writers’ Workshop – April 29 & May 27
Did you know the Geneva Public Library District recently launched a writing group
called the Night Writer’s Workshop? They meet from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Wondering if
this group is right for you? Contact Kimberly Gotches at the Geneva Library at 2324806.
Sweet Home Chicago Exhibit – opens May 3
At Geneva History Center, an exhibition highlighting our cultural connection to Chicago’s
candy makers. Special preview May 2 for sponsors and GHC members. Thru November 8.
Painted Furniture – May 3 & 4
America’s Treasures – Antiques, Furniture & Gifts will have this event outside of
their store on N. Third St. from 10 am – 6 pm (Sat) and 11 am – 5 pm (Sun).
Emily Dickinson “I Dwell in Possibility” – May 6
Betsey Means presents Emily Dickinson at Little Traveler. Emily Dickinson is one of
the most loved American poets. $25 ticket includes continental breakfast, program,
and a $10 coupon good that day. Register online or by phone. Check-in begins at
8:45 am; enter at Fulton Street.
Book & Bag It: Bringing Family History to Life: The Stories We Could Tell – May 7
From 12 – 1 pm at Geneva Public Library, David Clark will help motivate those who
have an interest in their genealogy to take the next step and create a written record
of their unique family stories, incorporating images and music. Registration is not
required. Bring a sack lunch if you wish.
May 8 - 25th year Bash! Let’s have a party!
As SG Geneva, aka Scentimental Gardens, celebrates their 25th year in business
with fun and diverse monthly events, each featuring a local cause and donation drive.
Our goal is to say thank you to our customers and to our communities for decades
of support. From 5 – 9 we will be featuring our new herbal spa treatment line, just
arrived to this country from Sweden, samples for all. There will be a drawing every
hour with a grand prize drawing; our signature multi bird, shake shingled, round bird
house - value 375.00. Food, beverages and fun.
“Be My Baby” – opens May 9
Steel Beam Theatre presents this play Fri (8 pm); Sat (8 pm); Sun (3 pm). Please visit www.
steelbeamtheatre.com or call 587-8521 for tickets and more information. Thru June 1.
We now have 2014 event
listing bookmarks!
We are always handing them out in our office, in mailings, at festivals and they are
included in the information delivered by the
greeters in the New Neighbor Welcome Program. Bring them to your business. Display
them at your shop or restaurant. Use them
as a bag stuffer. Just stop by and pick some
up. Working together, promoting Geneva is a
great partnership.
“The Tale of Snow White” – opens May 10
At Steel Beam Theatre, Sat (10:30 am & 1 pm) & Sun (1 pm). For more information
587-8521. Thru June 1.
“Give Me Chocolate” a Kelly Clark Mystery – May 10
This program at Geneva History Center at 2 pm features Annie Hansen, a local
author of the above book series, that takes place in Geneva. Book signing available
after the program. Reservations please at genevahistorycenter.org.
Mother’s Day Events – May 10
Chez Moi Café & Catering will host a Mother’s Day High Tea Saturday from 12 – 5 pm.
Menu Includes: Scones w/jam & whipped butter, Poached Eggs in Tea Cups, Finger
Sandwiches, Assorted Cheeses, Sweets, Coffee, Tea & a Flute of Champagne (Reservations Required) at 331-248-0654.
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TriCity Family Services hosted their winter Trivia
Night and Patti Rambo (holding trophy in the
center) and her Purple Power teammates from
Miscella Real Estate took top honors.
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More west suburbanites
now know what we have
known – Geneva ROCKS!
In the 18th Annual West Suburban Living
Magazine’s “Best of the West”, Geneva and
Geneva Chamber of Commerce Members
were voted tops in more than 25 categories,
including Swedish Days, Geneva Arts Fair
and Festival of the Vine being mentioned in
the Best Festival or Fair & Best Craft or Art
Show categories. The honor of BEST was won
in 8 categories.
Congrats to all the winners! Complete list at:
http://www.westsuburbanliving.net/MarchApril-2014/18th-Annual-Best-of-the-West/
Adult Literacy Volunteers Training – May 10 & 17
Would you like to tutor adults in reading or speaking English? Contact the Waubonsee Community College Adult Literacy Project at 801-7990 x4221 to sign up for free
tutor training. May 10 & 17 (both days required) 9 am – 3 pm.
Mother’s Day Brunch – May 11
Oscar Swan Country Inn hosts brunch at two seatings; 10 am & 1 pm. For reservations, 232-0173.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Prairie Landing Golf Club - May 11
Treat mom to a delightful and tasty brunch on Mother’s Day! Our Mother’s Day menu will
feature a wide variety of mouthwatering choices. Available time slots: 10:30 am, 11 am,
12 pm, 12:30 pm & 1 pm. Adults: $36.95; Children 4-11: $16.25. Call today to reserve
your spot: 208-7633; [email protected].
Mother’s Day Brunch – May 11
Chez Moi Café & Catering will host a Mother’s Day Brunch from 10 am – 2 pm.
Menu includes: Quiches, Scones, Poached Salmon, Deviled Eggs, Charcuterie Platters, Crepes and more. (Reservations Required) at 331-248-0654.
Brown Bag Lunch Series – May 13
From 12 – 1 pm at Geneva History Center, presentation will be “Meet Richard Munson”, the author of a book about Colonel Fabyan. Reservations $5/$3 Members,
Complimentary for Herrington Circle Members.
10th Anniversary Celebration – May 16 & 17
Join Geneva History Center as they celebrate 10 years on Third Street. More details
at genevahistorycenter.org.
Gardenology – May 17
Gardenology Festival will be held rain or shine between 10 am and 4 pm. The event
will take place in downtown Geneva. Gardenology advisers and vendors will bring
their best ideas and garden related products to jump-start your gardening season.
Experts in every horticulture field including farming, landscape design, weavers, local nurseries, and more will be on hand to answer your questions. Topics include
herbs, flowers, vegetables, heirloom plants and perennials. Learn about attracting
birds & butterflies, wildlife control, composting, organic fertilizers and more. Scheduled seminars, demonstrations and children’s events are being planned and will be
posted on www.gardenologygenevail.com as the event draws near.
Hats at the Kentucky Derby – May 17
Wearing a hat to the Kentucky Derby is believed to bring good luck! Join award winning couture milliner Jenny Pfanenstiel, from 11 am – 12 pm at Geneva Public Library
District, to learn about hat making and wearing (for men and women) at the Derby.
Wearing your favorite hat to this program is encouraged. Registration is not required.
Geneva Chamber
Golf Outing
“Cheaper by the Dozen” – through May 18
One of the best-loved American memoirs captures the trials, tribulations and sheer
amusement recounted by the children of efficiency experts Frank and Lillian Gilbreth
during the 1920’s performed by Fox Valley Repertory at Pheasant Run Resort. Please
visit foxvalleyrep.org for performance schedule or call 584-6342 for more information.
June 12
at
Prairie Landing
Golf Club
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Adopt a Butterfly Party – May 23
Celebrate the re-opening of Peck Farm Park’s Butterfly House at its Adopt a Butterfly
Party from 3 – 5 pm. All ages will enjoy the splendor of releasing a live butterfly into its
new home. Each participant will receive official adoption papers and a butterfly passport to earn stamps in a scavenger hunt throughout Peck Farm Park and Hawks Hollow Nature Playground. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Cost is
$15 per person. Participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information, call Geneva Park District 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Artbeat Live Performance – May 25
The Kane County Cougars will welcome Artbeat Live, a performance art show by
world renowned artist Elliott From, at two Cougars games to be performed preceding
the evenings’ fireworks show. Paintings will be Cougars-themed and auctioned off for
charity. For tickets, visit kccougars.com.
Ozzie’s Home Run and Walk 5K – May 31
The Kane County Cougars organization will host the 3rd annual Ozzie’s Home Run and
Walk 5K at 8 am. Registration is now open for the event through kccougars.com and
racetime.info. Registration is $25 for adults and $12 for children age 5 through 18. A portion of race proceeds will be donated to Ozzie’s Scholars Reading Scholarship Program.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chairman
Scott Lebin......................... Lebin Financial Planning
Vice Chairman
Mark Spero............ Money Mailer of Fox River Valley
Treasurer
Ed Wagner................................Wagner & Associates
Past Chairman
Gordie Hard........................Valley Insurance Agency
Secretary
Lisa Nelson......................................Carlson’s Floors
BOARD MEMBERS
Steve Burnham........................ The Paper Merchant
Jamie Daniel.................................. Member Emerita
George Havlicek.................... Geneva ACE Hardware
Susan Huang.................. Fox Valley eValues & Deals
Neil Johnson...................................Sperry Van Ness
Robert Langeness....... Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva
Michael Olesen...................................... Stockholm’s
Tim Riley..................................................Riley Drug
Martha Sanchez....................... State Street Jewelers
Lynn Saunders......................... First American Bank
Mike Simon...................................The Little Traveler
Jody Wendt................................ Marketing ala Carte
Darla Yhost.............................. Geneva Bank & Trust
STAFF
Jean Gaines.............................................. President
[email protected]
Judy Carroll..........Membership/Sponsorship Director
[email protected]
Heather Miller........ New Neighbor Welcome Director
[email protected]
Mary Miller....................................... Office Manager
[email protected]
Laura Rush......................Communications Manager
[email protected]
Jeanne Sawtell...........................Member Services &
Events Coord, [email protected]
Ellen Townsley............................Member Services &
Volunteer Coord, [email protected]
Thank you to Western Avenue School
Brownie Troop 4802 for our sweet surprise.
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.
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BUS NESS
Thank you to following businesses who donated food and/or raffle items for February’s
Business After Hours where the Chamber’s
new website was debuted. Your generosity
made the evening so much more special!
Business After Hours is a popular monthly event and an important facet of Geneva
Chamber of Commerce networking. Who better to promote your business than you?
Please come and take this opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members
while you enjoy good food and drink. Reservations are not necessary. We hope to
see you there!
All Chocolate Kitchen
Bien Trucha
Carlson’s Flooring
Chez Moi Café & Catering
Comfort Inn & Suites of Geneva
Eagle Brook Country Club
EvenFlow Music & Spirits
Fox Valley eValues & Deals
FoxFire
Gen Hoe Restaurant
Geneva Bank & Trust
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
Havlicek Builders
Inglenook Pantry
Josef’s Elegante Meats & Deli
Kane County Cougars
Kernel’s Gourmet Popcorn & More
Little Traveler
Nosh
Pheasant Run Resort
Sergio’s Cantina
Starbucks
State Street Jewelers
Stockholm’s
Subway
The Sugar Path
Villa Verone Ristorante
after hours
New Member Reception
Geneva Public Library
127 James St.
April 22
5 – 7 pm
Geneva Park District
4038 Kaneville Rd.,
(Peck Farm Park)
May 27
5 – 7 pm
The Library celebrates the business community at this annual
reception. Discover new products
and services as well as partnering
and referral opportunities. Did you
know the Library offers a Reference
by Appointment service for personalized assistance regarding social
media? This is one of several ways
the Library can help you achieve
your goals. Questions? Contact
Kimberly Gotches at kgotches@
gpld.org.
Join the Geneva Park District and
journey to Peck Farm Park May
27 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Peck
Farm Park offers a natural escape
where you can relax in a friendly
environment while enjoying hors
d’oeuvres, drinks and sweets. Tour
the grounds, discover the views
from the silo, visit the Butterfly
House and for those adventurous types, enjoy a scavenger hunt
around Hawks Hollow. Kick off the
summer and do not miss the Geneva Park District’s Business AfterHours at Peck Farm Park!

MARCH TO YOUR OWN BEAT! - Geneva Chamber of Commerce

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