Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - July 26th

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SI Made EXPO is this weekend!



Celebrating how we have it MADE here in Southern Illinois, State Senator Dale Fowler and the Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce are partnering together to host the second annual Southern Illinois Made Expo on Saturday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, July 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Pavilion, 1602 Sioux Drive in Marion.

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Ribbon Cutting: Marc's Scrubs on Aug 3rd


Come celebrate with us!

*Sweet Shishkabob by Dawn McClerren will be serving up some sweet treats around 11 am. First 60 people will get a FREE sweet treat on the house!

*Wintson’s Bagels by B-Rad will be here around 1pm. First 60 people will get a FREE bagel on the house!

*River Radio will be here with live broadcasting*

*Ribbon cutting with the City of Marion & Chamber of Commerce*

*Activites for the kids*

EVENT INFORMATION

Mastermind Returns in August!

In these Mastermind Groups you will discover your strengths based on the Clifton Strengths Finder assessment and how to use your strengths to become a great leader. You will identify three keys to being a more effective leader: knowing your strengths and investing in others’ strengths, getting people with the right strengths on your team, and understanding and meeting the four basic needs of those who look to you for leadership.

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2019 Legislative Summit - August 23rd


The 5th annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit will be held on Friday, August 23.  This event is an opportunity for Springfield Leaders to share the podium with local political leaders.  Attendees share lunch, information, and political awareness of issues facing Illinois. 

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35th annual Chamber Golf Scramble on September 26th


The Marion Chamber of Commerce will hold its 35th annual Golf Scramble on Thursday, September 26th.

Meet and greet with our live hole sponsors and sample delicious food and drinks along the course. Signature beverages can be enjoyed at our Chamber Oasis.

Register your four-person teams today! The cost is $360. Registration includes range, green fees, golf cart rental, lunch, a chance at great prizes and more! Lunch includes burgers & brats, chips and drinks. The event includes a 50/50 drawing, prizes, and more! 

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Community Block Party is September 6th!


Before Marion High School’s first home football game, the Marion Chamber of Commerce invites the community to kick-off the 2019 season with a Pre-Game Block Party! Food, drink and festivities are provided.  This free-to-the-public event is hosted by Chamber Members and community partners. Visitors just need to bring their Wildcat Pride!

EVENT INFORMATION

Live2Lead Southern Illinois

A phenomenal leadership development experience designed to equip you with new perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. You’ll breathe new life into your leadership during this power-packed, full-day event.  Learn from world-class thought leaders through exclusive on-demand video presentations in the morning and take part in interactive breakout sessions in the afternoon. We guarantee you will leave refreshed and equipped to lead and create positive change in your community. ​

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Attendee Registration

For the upcoming Live2Lead Southern Illinois event, we are focusing on identifying speakers to engage with leaders and professionals in a meaningful way by sharing their expertise, stories, advice and nuggets of knowledge and wisdom on any number of topics that speak to the professional growth of attendees or the betterment of the community in which we live, work and play.

Member Events

2019 Southern Illinois Made Expo
07/27/2019- 07/28/2019
The Pavilion
1602 Sioux Drive
Marion , IL 62959

Marion Main Street Open
07/27/2019
Downtown Marion
Marion , IL 62959

Mark's Scrubs Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
08/03/2019
Mark's Scrubs
1401 North Carbon Street sUITE b
Marion , IL 62959

More to See and Do!

Are you looking for additional events and activities in our region?  Check out the VisitSI event calendar!
Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - July 26th