| Feb 2 Ambassadors Committee Meeting |
| The Ambassadors Committee meets on the first Thursday of each month. Our Ambassadors represent the Wheaton Chamber at ribbon-cuttings and special events. They are seasoned leaders with board and/or committee leadership experience, and this committee is by invitation only. |
| Date: |
February 2, 2023 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.wheatonchamber.com |
| Location: |
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
301 W. Roosevelt Road
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| EMail: |
admin@wheatonchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
First Thursday of the month |
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| Feb 4 Bowl for the Torch |
District 200 Special Olympics hosts an annual fundraiser at Fox Bowl in Wheaton during late winter or early spring. All program funds come from the fundraising efforts of staff, parents, students, and the community. Donations to Special Olympics will help to change the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and provide opportunities they would not otherwise receive. Please contact Jody Field at jody.field@cusd200.org or Valerie DiFresco at valerie.difresco@cusd200.org for more information or if you are interested in donating to District 200 Special Olympics.
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| Date: |
February 4, 2023 |
| Time: |
12:30 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
Fox Bowl
1101 Butterfield Rd.
Wheaton, IL 60189 |
| Contact: |
Valerie Difresco |
| EMail: |
valerie.difresco@cusd200.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Registration begins at 12:30
Bowling is from 1:00 - 3:00
Pizza is at 1:30 |
| Fees/Admission: |
To register for this event click HERE. |
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| Feb 4 SCARCE Open House |
Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of our most successful conservation programs. You will see how we reduce, reuse, recycle and you will learn about our hands-on environmental education activities.
No reservation required. Just join us in our Education Center at the north end of the building, where our enthusiastic team will give you a tour of our facility and answer all of your burning questions about recycling!
Please note: face masks are required for all visitors to our facility.
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| Date: |
February 4, 2023 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://scarce.org |
| Location: |
SCARCE
800 S Rohlwing Road, Unit D
Addison, IL
60101 |
| Contact: |
Bev Jaszczurowski |
| EMail: |
info@scarce.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 4th
9:00am-12:00 noon |
| Fees/Admission: |
FREE |
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| Feb 4 Wheaton Park District: Ice-A-Palooza |
Enjoy open skating and hockey at this free outdoor event and much more!
For more information click HERE |
| Date: |
February 4, 2023 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Central Athletic Complex
500 S Naperville Rd,
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Margie Wilhelmi |
| EMail: |
mwilhelmi@wheatonparks.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Entry is Free |
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| Feb 7 Chamber Champions |
| Chamber Champions |
| Date: |
February 7, 2023 |
| Time: |
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
301 W. Roosevelt Road
Boardroom
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Every First Tuesday of the Month
3:30pm to 4:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
No fee but registration is requested. |
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| Feb 9 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Meetings 2023 |
| Join Wheaton Chamber members committee to learning more about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and the impact of DEI on business and economics. This committee meets once a month and is chaired by Courtney Tedrick of the Wheaton Public Library. |
| Date: |
February 9, 2023 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: |
Hybrid format: Zoom calls and in-person meetings |
| Date/Time Details: |
9:00 a.m. Thursday |
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| Feb 9 Finance Committee Meeting |
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| Date: |
February 9, 2023 |
| Time: |
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
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| Feb 9 Civic Awareness Program: Ideas for Election Reform |
| Free virtual program; all are welcome to attend. Please register for this event!
Cantigny Park and the League of Women Voters of Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Central Kane County, Naperville, and Roselle/Bloomingdale continue their Civic Awareness Series on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 7 pm.
 Jim Slusher, Managing Editor of the Daily Herald, will speak on Ideas for Election Reform.
Recently, the Daily Herald held a series of editorials focusing on a variety of election issues that have not gotten much attention in the news or public policy discussions in Illinois. The goal was to spark discussion and consider the ways we select candidates and make decisions through the ballot box. Join in the discussion examining possible reforms that have not been examined closely and perhaps can lead to restored faith in our elections.
Meet the speaker: As Assistant Managing Editor for Opinion and Administration, Jim Slusher oversees editorial writing, selection of syndicated columns, and cartoons and letters to the editor for the Daily Herald Opinion Page. Working with an editorial board made up of top editors in the Daily Herald newsroom, he helps shape the newspaper’s voice on subjects of interest to suburban readers, while seeking to present an engaging mix of opinions on broad social and political topics along with a forum for local residents to present their views on whatever topics they consider important. The program is offered online.
You can submit your questions to ccorrigan@fdmuseum.org or blaimins@gmail.com. Please use the Q&A button located on the bottom of the Zoom screen when asking questions during the event.
Questions? Please contact: ccorrigan@fdmuseum.org
Please register, and we will send you a Zoom link.
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| Date: |
February 9, 2023 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://my.lwv.org/illinois/wheaton/event/civic-awareness-series-need-election-reform |
| Location: |
Free virtual program through Zoom; please register to get the Zoom link.
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| EMail: |
president@wheatonlwvil.org |
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| Feb 13 Living Room Conversations: Religious Freedom |
Please join Living Room Conversations where small groups discuss a variety of topics to better understand everyone's point of view. We promote conversations about the subject of "Community" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. This month's topic is Religious Freedom.
Our constitution guarantees our freedom to express our religion. How can we honor and respect others with different viewpoints, guarding the line between individual rights and community values? Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library. Please register to join the conversation!
This program is provided in the Zoom Meeting format so that you may better engage and interact with the presenter and other participants. Please turn your microphone and/or camera on.
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| Date: |
February 13, 2023 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://my.lwv.org/illinois/wheaton/event/living-room-conversation-religious-freedom |
| Location: |
Via Zoom |
| EMail: |
president@wheatonlwvil.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
The program is free; registration is required. All are welcome. Visit the League of Women Voters of Wheaton website for additional details and to register. |
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| Feb 15 AlphaGraphics Celebrating 35 Years |
| Alpha Graphics is celebrating 35 years in the Downtown Wheaton Business Community! Join them from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, February 15, at AlphaGraphics located at 128 N. Main Street in Downtown Wheaton. Breakfast beverages, sweet bites, and more will be offered. The first 35 guests will receive a Complimentary Celebration Box! |
| Date: |
February 15, 2023 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Location: |
AlphaGraphics
128 N. Main Street in Downtown Wheaton
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| Fees/Admission: |
Please click here to RSVP by February 13th |
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| Feb 16 Luncheon for Wheaton Chamber Members and Guests |
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| Date: |
February 16, 2023 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
Tickets
$35 members and their guests
$45 non-members
Please indicate any dietary restrictions in the comment section when registering.
Sponsorship Opportunities
- $300 Luncheon Sponsorships with Expo Table
- One (1) available per luncheon
- $25 Luncheon Bring Your Own Promotions
- Four (4) available per luncheon
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| Feb 21 Ribbon-Cutting for Grandpa Frank's Candy |
| Bring your friends and families to help us welcome the new pop-up store for Grandpa Frank's Candy opening up in Town Square in Wheaton! |
| Date: |
February 21, 2023 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Location: |
31 Town Square
Wheaton, IL 60189 |
| Fees/Admission: |
Admission is Free- Registration Requested- Please RSVP |
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| Feb 21 African American Heroes and Sheroes |
Starting with her own family, riveting storyteller Linda Gorham shares stories of African American men and women who broke color barriers to accomplish much – often despite difficult circumstances. She will incorporate music, photographs personal narratives, quotes and historical facts to commemorate their achievements.
In partnership with the City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission and Wheaton Public Library.
This is a virtual event; please register for this free event. Once you have registered, you will receive the Zoom URL closer to the event.
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| Date: |
February 21, 2023 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://my.lwv.org/illinois/wheaton/event/african-american-heroes-and-sheroes |
| Location: |
Virtual event: Via Zoom.
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| EMail: |
president@wheatonlwvil.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 22 Members Matter: Orientation for New, Current and Prospective Members |
Whether you are new or a seasoned member of the Chamber, you may wonder if you're aware of everything Chamber membership has to offer you and your business. We want to make sure you are maximizing your membership. Come join us for "Members Matter: Putting Your Chamber Membership to Work."
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Via Zoom
During this one-hour overview of Chamber benefits, you'll learn:
- How to elevate the visibility of you and your business through the Chamber
- How to leverage your business listing in our powerful membership database
- Opportunities for professional development
- Ways to build referral relationships
- How other Chamber members have grown their businesses through Chamber connections
All are welcome to virtual Members Matter
Zoom code will be emailed upon registration |
| Date: |
February 22, 2023 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| EMail: |
events@wheatonchamber.com |
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| Feb 23 Board of Directors Monthly Meeting |
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| Date: |
February 23, 2023 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
301 W. Roosevelt Rd. |
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| Feb 23 Young Professionals Network |
| Join the Young Professionals as they meet up for their February informal meeting at a Business After Hours Event at Fox Bowl! |
| Date: |
February 23, 2023 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Location: |
Fox Bowl
1101 Butterfield Rd,
Wheaton, IL 60189 |
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| Feb 28 Women In Business Committee Meeting |
NOTE: FEBRUARY'S MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Contact the Chamber for information about the next WIB meeting.
Women who are members of this committee place great value on the relationships they develop with other businesswomen. Because of those relationships they accomplish great things together and grow their business while also developing professionally.
There are opportunities to:
Expand your network to include more Chamber members, especially women, and connect with Women In Business groups in neighboring chambers.
Develop relationships with other businesses as you learn more about them
Make connections and promote partnerships between Chamber members
Contribute to the development of programs and events which focus on the particular needs and interests of women in business.
Women in Business meet at 8:30 am on the 4th Tuesday of each month |
| Date: |
February 28, 2023 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Various locations
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| Contact: |
Vickie Austin |
| EMail: |
president@wheatonchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
4th Tuesday of the Month
8:30 AM |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 28 Ignite University |
Join our "faculty" of business professionals to learn more about how to launch a business, run a business and succeed in business. Whether you're an entrepreneur or an employee, dreaming of starting a business or looking for ways to grow, "Ignite University" offers a year-long program of learning. Register for one or all of our academic year!
This program is a partnership between the Wheaton Public Library and the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. |
| Date: |
February 28, 2023 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross Street
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Vickie Austin |
| EMail: |
president@wheatonchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
February 28
March 28
April 25
May 23
June 27
September |
| Fees/Admission: |
"Ignite University" is offered at no cost to Wheaton Chamber members and patrons of the Wheaton Public Library. |
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