
June 3, 2022
In This Week's Issue BAH hosted by APEXNETWORK PHYSICAL THERAPY Welcome New Chamber Members May/June Chamber Member Job Listings Highland Chamber Hosts a "Night at the Museum with Roland" Chamber Lunch and Learn Power Hour Well Attended! Highland Chamber Hosts Shop Local Summer Sidewalk Sale!! City of Highland Hotel Feasibility Study HSHS Leader and Colleague of the Year Awarded HSHS Hosts 'Party on the Patio' HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Hosts Rummage Sale HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Press Releases HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Offers Sun Exposure Advice U.S. Bank Offers Financing and Refinancing Solutions Highland VFW Hosts Open House and BBQ Anderson Hospital Receives Donation Metro East Humane Society Events Shear Bliss Offers Special for Teachers and Staff!! Anderson Hospital Announces Save the Date for Chambernet RESCHEDULED Highland Moose Kids Fishing Clinic FCB offers Gift Cards and Folded Money Cards Laps For Leaps!! Busey Bank Shred Day June 11th 9-11 Highland Rotary Hosts the 38th Annual Bill Pierce Memorial Golf Scramble Heart and Soul Yoga June Schedule Holly's House of Hope Fill A Bag Fundraiser Holly's House of Hope "Candles for a Cause" Highland Welcome Club with Janet Nicolaides Highland Jaycees Host Schweizerdash 5K! 4th of July Fireworks Donation Request PBJ Entertainment Schedule Cedar Creek Dental Announces New Dentist Compustitch Screen Printing and Embroidery Highland Music School Summer Strings Korte & Luitjohan Announces Promotions and New Hires Cedarhurst Hosts "Let's Get to Grillin" Read the Pioneer! Kids Bowl Free Program at Hi Top Highlandopoly Games Available Illinois South Needs Your Events! Chamber Hours BAH hosted by APEXNETWORK PHYSICAL THERAPY Click HERE to add to your calendar! Welcome New Chamber Members May/June Join us in welcoming and supporting our NEW Chamber Members. *Unwind Salon Spa Lounge* Facebook The Game Yard Facebook Highland Emporium Website coming soon! 501 Blues Club Facebook Shear Bliss Facebook 6th Street Lofts Website Aaron Hodge Allstate Website Chamber Member Job Listings Below are some of the awesome jobs that can be found in the Highland area. Click HERE for a full listing from our website! Bank of Hillsboro is hiring for 2 teller positions. For more details, click HERE! Highland Machine is seeking applications for Summer Employment with an option for a $500 Scholarship. Find the details HERE! Digitalartz is looking for a Production Assistant. Two years experience is a plus but not necessary. Candidates must be organized and possess good planning skills. General Electrical knowledge and good communication skills are a must. Candidates must be able to decipher work orders to ensure proper print/cut setup. This position will be ordering supplies for upcoming projects, creating in house production schedules and scheduling offsite installations. Please come by Digitalartz at 188 Woodcrest Drive in Highland to apply. Basler Electric is seeking applications for these job openings. Terra Properties is looking for a Maintenance Technician. Submit Your Own Job Listing If you would like your company's open positions listed on the Chamber website, you can do so by entering them from your member home page. 1) Sign in with the log in and password you set up when you joined the Chamber or when we transitioned to the new website. 2) Click on Resources 3) Choose Submit Job Board - enter your job information When you complete your entry, it will be pending until approved by the Admin(Hillarie). These are checked weekly for approval. Highland Chamber Hosts a "Night at the Museum with Roland" Click HERE to add to your calendar! Chamber Lunch and Learn Power Hour Well Attended! The Chamber of Commerce Power Hour Lunch and Learn with speaker Matt Embry (Pastor of Mosaic Church) did not disappoint! Matt offered insight into creating the ideal Guest Experience, giving examples of ways to achieve it and using it in all aspects of your life. A huge thanks to the City and the Public Safety Building Staff for allowing us to use the Terry Bell Community Room, Matt Embry for speaking, EVERYONE for attending and of course, our sponsors; First Mid Bank & Trust and Terra Properties. We look forward to more Lunch and Learn Power Hours and invite you to email Hillarie or Sabrina with any speaker or content ideas. Highland Chamber Hosts Shop Local Summer Sidewalk Sale!! City of Highland Hotel Feasibility Study The City is working with Core Distinction Group to conduct a Hotel Feasibility Study in our pursuit of attracting additional lodging options to Highland. We are deploying the following survey to help illustrate the need for a new hotel. Please take a few minutes to respond to the survey HERE. Feel free to reach out to Mallord Hubbard (mhubbard@highlandil.gov) if you have questions or comments. HSHS Leader and Colleague of the Year Awarded HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Names Leader and Colleague of the Year HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland named Tim Claxton, director of facilities (third from the left) Leader of the Year and Jill Helmkamp, imaging technologist (third from the right) Colleague of the Year. Both were recognized for their dedication to ensuring high-quality care and for exemplifying HSHS’ Core Values of Respect, Care, Competence and Joy. Pictured with Claxton and Helmkamp are Jed Driemeyer, director of human resources (far left); John Ludwig, president and CEO (second from left); Teresa Cornelius, chief nursing officer (second from right); and Mark Ennen, director of finance (far right). For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, visit the hospital’s website at stjosephshighland.org. HSHS Hosts 'Party on the Patio' Purchase Your Ticket for HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Party on the Patio Sponsorship opportunities available to support health care initiatives HIGHLAND— In lieu of their annual fundraising gala, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation will be hosting a hybrid indoor/outdoor patio party event in June 2022. The Party on the Patio event will be held on Saturday, June 4 at 6 p.m. at Schlafly Highland Square to raise funds to support health care initiatives at St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland. The event will feature food, drinks—including 15 Schlafly beers—music and a silent auction. Tickets are $150 for attendees and are available now at stjosephshighland.org/foundation. “After a successful virtual event last year, we are excited to invite the community to join us in person for a safe, enjoyable event that will support local care,” said John Ludwig, president and CEO of HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland. “Proceeds from this event will be used to support vital services and equipment.” HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Hosts Rummage Sale HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Auxiliary Hosting Rummage Sale Accepting donations June 23-24 at St. Paul Gym HIGHLAND— HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Auxiliary is hosting a rummage sale in June and will be accepting donations for the sale from the community. Donations for the rummage sale can be dropped off at St. Paul Gym, 1420 Ninth St., Highland on Thursday, June 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, June 24 from 8 to 11 a.m. For drop offs and on sale days, use the driveway on the west side of St. Paul Hall and enter the doors straight ahead. This entrance will be the only open doors for donation drop offs and the rummage sale. Watch for directional signs to the gym. While all donations are appreciated to make the sale a success, the auxiliary is not accepting donations of clothing, shoes, books, electronics or large exercise equipment. The rummage sale will be Friday, June 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. a bag can be filled for $3. All proceeds from the Auxiliary go to St. Joseph’s Hospital. For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, visit the hospital’s website at stjosephshighland.org. HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Press Releases HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Auxiliary Accepting Used Books HIGHLAND— HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Auxiliary is once again accepting used book donations. Donations can be delivered to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Gift Shop Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations are being accepted of nice, clean books of fiction, non-fiction, children’s, and cookbooks, either hardbacks or paperbacks. Puzzles, CD’s and DVD’s are also accepted. The Auxiliary requests no self-care, religious, or do-it-yourself books, encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc. Masks (non-cloth) must be worn in the hospital at all times, per current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. All proceeds from the Auxiliary go to St. Joseph’s Hospital. For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, visit the hospital’s website at stjosephshighland.org. Take charge of your health and wellness by scheduling a physical therapy consultation HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospitals in Breese and Highland Physical Therapy can help – No physician referral needed BREESE & HIGHLAND – If you are noticing issues with mobility, function, strength, balance, discomfort or pain that physical therapy might help, HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospitals in Breese and Highland can provide a consultation without a physician referral for those with commercial insurance plans. Area residents can take charge of their own health and wellness to be evaluated for any musculoskeletal issues by contacting either hospital’s therapy departments to make a consultation appointment: HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese Physical Therapy: 618-526-5436 HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland Physical Therapy: 618-651-2720 Even though a physician’s referral is not needed for an evaluation, the physical therapy staff at both St. Joseph’s Breese and Highland work closely with each patient’s physician or primary care provider to form a cohesive team for the patient. Staff will also check individual insurance plan coverage prior to the appointment. For more information or to get your journey started, call either physical therapy department at the phone numbers above. For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Breese, visit the hospital’s website at stjoebreese.com. For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, visit the hospital’s website at stjosephshighland.org. HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Offers Sun Exposure Advice BREESE, HIGHLAND & GREENVILLE — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage skin in as little as 15 minutes. With Memorial Day marking the “unofficial” start of summer, HSHS Joseph’s Hospitals in Breese and Highland and HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville are encouraging sun safety awareness and to remind everyone to protect their skin while enjoying the outdoors. Sun Safety Tips to Prevent Damage from Harmful UV Rays read more... U.S. Bank Offers Financing and Refinancing Solutions Highland VFW Hosts Open House and BBQ Click HERE to add to your calendar! Anderson Hospital Receives Donation Carol & Harry Windland donates to Anderson Hospital Rehab Gym Refresh Maryville, May 24, 2022: Anderson Hospital received a $15,000.00 donation to update the in-patient Rehab Gym from Edwardsville residents, Carol & Harry Windland. read more... Metro East Humane Society Events Shear Bliss Offers Special for Teachers and Staff!! TEACHERS AND STAFF!! Thank you for putting up with children- you’re the true MVPs of this world!! I’m going to run a special through the end of June 2022 $50 facial for ANY AND ALL TEACHERS/SCHOOL STAFF!! you’ve had a crazy last few years- let’s get you pampered! Visit Shear Bliss Facebook Page and like their page and share the post to be entered into a drawing for a FREE facial. Winner will be drawn on May 31st! Message to book today!! Anderson Hospital Announces Save the Date for Chambernet You're Invited!! CHAMBERNET event at Anderson Hospital's NEW GOSHEN CAMPUS in Edwardsville Thursday, August 4th from 5-7 pm Invitation coming SOON!! RESCHEDULED Highland Moose Kids Fishing Clinic FCB offers Gift Cards and Folded Money Cards Laps For Leaps!! Busey Bank Shred Day June 11th 9-11 Highland Rotary Hosts the 38th Annual Bill Pierce Memorial Golf Scramble Heart and Soul Yoga June Schedule June Yoga Schedule Park Yoga classes are available on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6:30-7:30 am. It is so beautiful to practice in nature and it gets your day started in the best way! All classes (studio or park) are $10 to drop-in and I have a 8- and 10-class pass option that is good for 2 months from the data or purchase. With this class pass option, you can select different classes to attend - in studio only. There is also a Barre Above class (taught by Angela Imming) on Tuesdays, from 5:30-6:30 pm. BOOK A CLASS HERE! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to find videos to use at a time that is convenient for you. If you use the video for in-home practice and wish to pay, you may do so through Venmo or sending a check to the studio. Pay what you desire or are able to! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNTjFigd3vZQtfUul-Yv6Mg/ For more details about classes, check out my website: https://yogawithsharon.weebly.com/ OR my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/yogawithsharonschmitz/ Holly's House of Hope Fill A Bag Fundraiser Holly's House of Hope "Candles for a Cause" Highland Welcome Club with Janet Nicolaides The *Welcome Club* of Highland was established over 50 years ago as a way to welcome new residents to Highland. Over the years, Jane Widmer, Janet Flamm Jenny, and most recently, Patti Parker have done this and now I have been offered to take it over and am so excited to do so. The Welcome Club is made so successful only by the business owners who choose to sponsor it. The cost is $25 per month and the business supplies what they want to put in the bag. A brochure, novelty item, business card or a coupon are what are currently in the bags. I will visit approx. 25 new residents each month, give them a bag, and help make them aware of what our great town has to offer. The club has never charged churches, civic organizations or not for profit. I feel that, you as a business owner, participating in the Welcome Club, also helps support these organizations and churches. I was a business owner in Highland for 25 years and in 2021, sold it only to realize how much I missed the public. So when Patti called and asked if I wanted to take over, I was thrilled!! I love this town, our businesses, and it's people. I will work closely with our Chamber of Commerce and our City to bring you, the business owner, the best exposure I can. I hope to set up a Facebook page soon. I am open to any and all suggestions and would love to see the Welcome Club grow and can only do so with your support. Soooo, who wants to hop on board and be a part of this awesome club and help fill those welcome bags with lots of goodies?? Thank you and thanks to the sponsors who support the Welcome Club! Janet Nicolaides Highland Jaycees Host Schweizerdash 5K! Click HERE to add to your calendar! 4th of July Fireworks Donation Request 4th of July will be here before we know it! If you are a business owner or a member of an organization in or around Highland and would be interested in donating to the *Annual Fireworks Fund* please reach out to Hillary Held at hheld@highlandil.gov. PBJ Entertainment Schedule PBJ is almost here and the Highland Parks & Rec have a GREAT entertainment lineup scheduled!! If you would like to take part as a vendor, you can access the application HERE! Click HERE to add to your calendar! Cedar Creek Dental Announces New Dentist To make an appointment or for more information, see their website HERE! Compustitch Screen Printing and Embroidery View Compustitch's new Promo Video Here and Shop online! Highland Music School Summer Strings Enroll now for the Summer String Camps! Korte & Luitjohan Announces Promotions and New Hires Korte & Luitjohan Announces Promotion and Hirings Korte & Luitjohan Contractors, Inc. (K & L), based in Highland, Illinois, has announced a promotion and the hiring of three new members of its team. Kyle Luitjohan has been promoted to project manager. Luitjohan began his career with K & L in September 2013 as an assistant project manager and IT manager. He will continue his IT duties in his new role. A Highland native, Luitjohan graduated from McKendree College in 2004 with a degree in Computer Information Systems. Because of his experience in an assistant’s role, Luitjohan will easily transition to the project manager’s position, where he will work with office and field staff to execute the successful, timely performance of K & L’s construction jobs. Chris Kattenbraker is joining K & L as estimator/project manager. Born and raised in Chester, Kattenbraker currently lives in Walsh, IL with his wife, Heather. He has two adult sons, Collin and Nick. Chris is a 1990 graduate of State Technical College of Missouri. Based on his experience and relationships he has developed, Chris will be an asset to acquiring and managing a variety of projects. read more... Cedarhurst Hosts "Let's Get to Grillin" Let's get to grillin' Cedarhurst of Highland wants you to join our very own Chef Christian on June 9, at 6pm to learn his tips, tricks and recipes for a perfectly "well-done" summer BBQ. He will be highlighting our new and improved dining program, Crafted by Cedarhurst, and talking about everything you need to know about Cedarhurst Senior Living! Lock in your spot by registering today at www.cedarhurstliving.com/events! Read the Pioneer! Catch up on all the latest news and read The Pioneer Newspaper online HERE!! Kids Bowl Free Program at Hi Top Kids Bowl Free Program May 1st - Aug 31st Kids 18 and under can sign up to bowl 2 games a day, everyday during that time frame for FREE! (shoe rental additional charge of $1.50) Contact Hi Top Bowl at 654-6283 for more information! Highlandopoly Games Available Looking for a great way to pass the time? The Highlandopoly Game is a the perfect way to have fun with family and friends! Travel your way around the board “Highland Style" and collect your properties and earn money from of course, one of our local banks! Stop by the Highland Chamber of Commerce, Kloss Furniture, Rural King, Lee’s Jewelry, Woodcrest Small Engine, The Greenhouse of Highland, HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Gift Shop and get your game today! Illinois South Needs Your Events! Welcome to ILLINOISouth! I LLINOISouth Tourism covers more ground than any other Convention and Visitor's Bureau in the State of Illinois. We represent 21 counties stretching from the Mississippi River east of St. Louis, MO to the Wabash River west of Vincennes, IN. We are both rural and urban, allowing guests to enjoy big city life and simple, country treasures all at once! Illinoisouth is looking for to help promote your event! If you have an event that you would like posted, following their link HERE! Chamber Hours Chamber Office Hours Monday - Thursday: 9am - 3pm If you would like to meet with me and want to insure that I am in the office, feel free to call ahead of time as I may be out and about visiting with Chamber members. Thank you! DEADLINE for getting information in the Chamber weekly newsletter is Thursday by 3:00pm. *** If you miss the cut-off date, I keep your information for the next publication. Please submit your information to hillarie@highlandillinois.com.
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