September 23, 2022

In This Week's Issue

BAH hosted by Advanced Radon Mitigation

Click HERE to add to your calendar!!

Welcome New Chamber Members August/September

Join us in welcoming and supporting our
 NEW Chamber Members.


Circle K
Facebook

Fathom Brazilian Jiu Jizsu
Website

Ward's Pressure Washing
Website

City Scoops Creamery
Website

The Nook on Ninth
Website

VineGogh Art Studio & Wine Bar
Website

 

Street Art Fest 2022 .... HUGE success!!

Huge thanks to all who attended, volunteered, sponsored and of course our vendors and artists!  We appreciate you all and look forward to 2023!

Balloon display by It's Party Time!!



Thank you to ALL of our talented artists!

 

Street Art Festival 2022 Sponsors

Thank you Sponsors!!!

Our SPONSORS are AWESOME and their sponsorship goes a long way in supporting the Chamber and the Highland Community!  We appreciate you!!

Michelangelo Square Sponsor
Bradford National Bank
Highland Arts Council
The Korte Company


Monet Square Sponsors
AlphAs Gym
Bank of Hillsboro
Baymont Inn & Suites

Becker Jewelers

CC Food Mart
DigitalArtz
Edward Jones - Kevin Dewaele
Express Employment Professionals

First Mid Bank & Trust

Highland Diner
Highland Jaycees
Highland Lions Club

Highland Rotary Club
It's Party Time

Kloss Furniture
Korte Luitjohan/Windows on Broadway
Leaps of Love
Lee's Fine Jewelry

Lou Fusz Ford of Highland
Mazzio's Italian Eatery
Michael's Coffee Shop
Powers Advisory Group
Rinderer Law Firm, LLC
Scheffel Boyle

Scooter's Coffee
Spengel Boulanger Funeral Home, Inc.
Straeter Thinking
Terra Properties Inc
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The Nook on Ninth
The Pioneer 
Tina & Brad Frank
U.S. Bank
Voegele Studio


Chalk Sponsor
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital
Highland Rural King

Lisa Sauer, State Farm


Children's Avenue Sponsor
Highland Optimist Club

Bags Tournament Sponsors
ApexNetwork Physical Therapy & Fitness Center
Cedar Creek Dental

DigitalArtz
Heart & Soul Yoga with Sharon
Highland Health Care Center
Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd.
Rosenthal Optometric
Schlafly Highland Square

The EPOC Experience
The Smile Shoppe
Voegele Studio
Woodcrest Small Engine

Lunch and Learn POWER HOUR with Frank Lipski

Join us for an informative presentation from Frank Lipski!  Frank will be presenting on tools you can use in your business to take your business to the next level!
Click HERE to add to your calendar!
Huge THANKS to our sponsors:
First Mid Bank & Trust and
Terra Properties, Inc.

Get your Highlandopoly Game!


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 FCB Bank, Highland Chamber of Commerce, Kloss Furniture, Rural KingLee’s Jewelry, Michael's Coffee Shop, The Lory Theater, Woodcrest Small Engine, The Greenhouse of Highland, HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Gift Shop, The Refined Sellers and get your game today! 

ADD YOUR PRESS RELEASE TO THE CHAMBER WEBSITE - New Feature

Heart and Soul Yoga Open House!

Add Event to your Calendar HERE!!!
 

Hot Air Balloons Over Marine!

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland to Host Drive-Thru Health Fair


HIGHLAND— HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland will host a drive-thru health fair Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 6 to 11 a.m. at the Highland-Pierron Fire Department, 12611 Iberg Road, Highland, Illinois.
Please wear short-sleeved shirts and coats that are easily removed to make the process easier.
Those wanting to attend must register for an appointment online at stjosephshighland.org/healthfair before Sunday, Sept. 25. There are limited spots available and on-site registration will not be accepted. If you are unable to register online, you can call 618-

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Relevant Pregnancy Options Center Run/Walk

SIP N SHOP at The Olde Wicks

Holly's House of Hope Announces 2nd Annual Fundraiser

Holly's House of Hope Fill A Bag Fundraiser Fall Schedule

Extreme Bingo at 501 Blues Club

Highland Music School - Improv Workshop




 

The Greenhouse of Highland Fall Fest

FAINTING GOAT Hosts Queen of Hearts for HIS KIDS!!

QUEEN OF HEARTS DRAWING AT THE FAINTING GOAT
TO BENEFIT HIS KIDS!!
DRAWING HELD EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 7:30 P.M.
STARTING JULY 20TH

For more info go to hiskidsinc.org 

SIUE Fall 2022 Personal Development and Event Announcements


SIUE has a number of opportunities for personal development courses, test preparation courses, online degree courses, special events, guest speakers, and more! 
 Find out more by clicking on the links below:
SIUE Personal Development Flyer
SIUE Personal Development Flyer 2
SIUE Test Preparation Flyer
Online Degree Completion Flyer
Alternative Digital Credentials 
Fall 2022 Speaker Series Page 1
Fall 2022 Speaker Series Page 2
 

A History of Construction, Art & Community from a Native Son of East St. Louis

Highland Emporium Ribbon Cutting and Open House!

Click HERE to add to your calendar!

Learning on the Go with SIUE - Explore Wineries of Augusta

Laps For Leaps!!


Fund Raising Event Happening at TURF BAR and Banquet to Support Breast Cancer


Register for the race by clicking HERE

Art In The Park October 8th and 9th

Preview Party from 6-9 pm on Friday, October 7

Olde Wicks Factory O'Fest 2022

Highland Moose Chili Cook Off!!!

Greg Holthaus Memorial Fund Wiffle Ball Tournament

Highland Health Care Center Supports Alzheimer's


 

 


 

2022 Non-residential Hardship Program for AMEREN ILLINOIS CUSTOMERS

ATTN AMEREN ILLINOIS BUSINESS CUSTOMERS:

The 2022 Non-residential Hardship Program provides a one-time credit to qualifying small business and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. The organization must have an active Ameren Illinois electric account and be experiencing a hardship.

Deadline to apply is September 30 or until funds are depleted.
If eligible, this assistance will be applied to your Ameren Illinois electric account in the form of a one-time credit, up to $500. The deadline for this grant is September 30th or until funds are depleted.

To apply, complete and sign the application<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/mms.marionillinois.com/ct.php?lid=217552339&mm=51713371649__;!!L3YRgMg!YecN5KZPRbYUxbCEW5Rptq6CMTPNn3WJPd3NwwmnH_QFy9PUitowiDSHfC5yBLmyM4nlgdNuRUtX66m82_Be5A$> and return both pages. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You can email, fax or mail the completed application to Ameren Illinois, as shown below:

Email: AmerenILCredit@ameren.com<mailto:AmerenILCredit@ameren.com> or Fax: 1.217.424.6496 (email or fax is recommended to prevent delay)

Mailing Address:
Ameren Illinois
Attn: Energy Assistance A-10
PO Box 2543
Decatur, IL 62525


To learn about energy savings opportunities for small businesses and nonprofits, visit AmerenIllinoisSavings.com<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/mms.marionillinois.com/ct.php?lid=217553561&mm=51713371649__;!!L3YRgMg!YecN5KZPRbYUxbCEW5Rptq6CMTPNn3WJPd3NwwmnH_QFy9PUitowiDSHfC5yBLmyM4nlgdNuRUtX66m-bbv0GA$>.

Metro East Humane Society Events

Dye Pretty

WJLY Fall Fest

Old Time Pub Announcements

 

Highland Welcome Club with Janet Nicolaides

For Information about Welcome Club, Click on the image below!!!

 

Read the Pioneer!


Catch up on all the latest news and read The Pioneer Newspaper!

Heart and Soul Yoga September/October Schedule


Heart and Soul Yoga with Sharon
1003 Broadway
BOOK A CLASS HERE!
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER SCHEDULE
Hello!  I hope this finds you well!
 Please find attached the yoga class schedule for Sept. and Oct.The new series begins on August 31 and you can book these classes through the momoyoga website (link below) beginning Monday, August 15.  
Notice a few additional classes and a new time (8:30 am) for the Saturday morning class - just a little bit later in the morning! 
 Also - please note I will be having an OPEN HOUSE on Friday, Sept. 23 from 4:30-6:30.  This would be a great time to bring a friend and show them the studio, or to come see the studio if it's been a while since you've been here! 
 I'll be participating in the Treat on the Streets (TOTS) on Friday, Oct. 28 from 1:00-5:00 pm.  Stop by with your littles to get a treat!
 Watch for the addition of a KID'S yoga class(ages 1st grade through 5th grade) to begin in October1  
 Lastly - On Tuesdays at the studio, Angela Imming teaches a "BARRE Above" class.  Please use the link to book that class.  
https://barre-above-highland.square.site/?fbclid=IwAR3U-R4CujWg1eFQ3WvDrWuxHDpvEtISHihKJNBiY7zfxzLSBCB_z5gqfw8
 

Illinois South Needs Your Events!


ILLINOISouth 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 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!

SIUE
 is seeking an Assistant Director for Off Campus and Corporate Partnership Programs.  Click HERE for the job posting.
501 Blues Club is seeking applicants for bartenders.  "Now Hiring Bartenders for Nights and Weekends.  Apply in person (1106 New Trenton Road) or on our Facebook page". 

CLEAN UNIFORMS - is seeking applicants for Production Team Members.  Click here for details. 
EVUCC is seeking applicants for a Music Ministry Director.  Click here for details.
Basler Electric is seeking applications for these job openings. 


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.

Chamber Hours

Chamber Office Hours

Monday - Thursday:
9am - 3pm

If you would like to meet with us and want to insure that we are in the office, feel free to call ahead of time as we 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, we keep your information for the next publication.  Please submit your information to hillarie@highlandillinois.com or sabrina@highlandillinois.com
Single Column- Chamber Newsletter - September 23, 2022