Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - August 1st

Welcome New Members

Skyline Creek PCA USA LLC
Michael Montgomery
monty@montysonline.com
Join Date: 07/08/2019

Skyline Creek Productions Inc
Barb Segartario
a56filam@aol.com
Join Date: 07/08/2019

Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter
Becky Dorion
bdoiron@alz.org
Join Date: 07/09/2019

Talley Eye Institute
Michael Morris
Website
bjames@talleyeyeinstitute.com
Join Date: 07/12/2019

This Week's Member Spotlight

2020 Chamber Community Guide & Map: Reserve your ad by Aug 31st

Market to the Membership!

Did you know that the chamber online member directory had 40,320 searches in 2018?  Take advantage of this by purchasing a banner on the new MarionIllinois.com. 
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Member E-Blast Information - goes out to 600+ emails  Now scheduling July

Business After Hours Host Information


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Ribbon Cutting: Marc's Scrubs THIS SATURDAY


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

Ribbon Cutting: Shoe Sensation on August 9th

 
1301 Enterprise Way, Marion, IL 62959

More details to come!

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.

EVENT INFORMATION

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. 

EVENT INFORMATION

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! 

EVENT INFORMATION

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. ​

Corporate / Sponsorship Information
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.

Chamber Project Meetings

Member Events

MCCC Family Summer Movie Series: Brave
08/01/2019
Marion Cultural and Civic Center
800 Tower Square Plaza
Marion , Il 62959

2019 Colt World Series
08/02/2019- 08/07/2019
Rent One Park
1000 Miners Drive
Marion , IL 62959

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

Midsummer Picnic Pairiings: A Wine & Food Pairing Weekend
08/03/2019
Marion , IL 62959

MCCC Family Summer Movie Series: The Little Mermaid
08/03/2019
Marion Cultural and Civic Center
800 Tower Square Plaza
Marion , Il 62959

Lightning Bug Lantern Book Reading & Signing
08/03/2019
Jack & Josie's Toys & Candy Store
1105 N Carbon Street
Marion, IL 62959

Midsummer Picnic Pairings : A Wine & Food Pairing Weekend
08/03/2019
Various Southern Illinois Locations

Bob Ross Paint Party
08/06/2019
Marion Carnegie Library
206 S Market St
Marion , IL 62959

Wellness Wednesday Oil Chat
08/07/2019
Southern Illinois Mercantile Company
112 E Main St
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!
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