May 5, 2023

In This Week's Issue

Welcome New Chamber Members April/May

Join us in welcoming and supporting our
 NEW Chamber Members.


T-Mobile
Website

WestRock
Website


Main Street Pastures
Website


Five Star Learning Center - Highland
Website

Edward Jones - Brent Frey
Website

Highland Quarterback Club

Website

Glass and Auto Cosmetics
Website

Clinton County Garage Door
Website



 

 

Business After Hours Hosted by Equity 55

ADD to your calendar HERE!!

Chamber Hosts Local Dine Around!!

Click the image below for our Event Video!


GET YOUR EAT AND DRINK ON!!!!
LOCAL DINE AROUND Passport Program!
* Pick up a Local Dine Around Passport at one of the below Passport Participants, available     starting March 1st. 
* Get at least 20 stamps and turn in your passport by May 31st. Stamps received for     purchasing food and/or drink at each participating location. One purchase = one stamp. 
* Name is placed in a drawing with a chance to win a $25 gift certificate from one of the below Passport Participants.
A total of 30, $25 gift certificates will be given away! 

 


 

Chamber GLOW GOLF FUNDRAISER



We are SUPER excited to TEE OFF for our first ever,
Chamber of Commerce Glow Golf Fundraiser 
May 12th at the Highland Country Club
As always, we appreciate your support of the Chamber! Your sponsorship goes a long way in helping us in supporting our mission to
Live~Work~Shop~Play~Highland!

Thank you Sponsors!!
Logo Ball Sponsor
Frey Properties
Highland Rotary Club


Tent Sponsor 
Koerner Distributor, Inc.
Lisa Sauer - State Farm Agent
Plocher Construction


Hole Sponsor
ApexNetwork Physical Therapy & Fitness Center
Big R Farm & Home (formerly Rural King)
Homestead Financial Mortgage

Lee's Fine Jewelry
Lou Fusz Ford of Highland
Luitjohan's Flooring America
Michael's Coffee Shop
Terra Properties
The Greens at North American Outfitters


Tee Sign Sponsor
ADR Highland, Inc.
Alvarado Healthcare
Bailout Escape Rooms
Beauty on Broadway
Becker Jewelers~Breese
Bradford National Bank
Cygan Delaney Catering
DigitalArtz
DJ Howard
Donnewald Distributing Co.
E.L. Flanagan's

FCB Bank
Highland Health Care Center
Highland Lions Club
HSHS St.Joseph's Hospital Highland
Mac's Family Fun Time
Michael's Restaurant
The EPOC Experience Highland
Trouw Nutrition USA, LLC


Barrel of Booze Raffle Sponsor
Rinderer Law

Dinner Sponsor
Double J Doggie Play N Stay LLC
Highland Jaycees
Scott Credit Union

 

Homestead Financial Hosts Ribbon Cutting/Open House

Homestead Financial Mortgage is proud to be a local lender for the Highland community and  invites you to the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening celebration on Monday, May 8th, from 12pm to 3pm. The ribbon cutting with the Highland, IL Chamber of Commerce will be at NOON. We will have award-winning BBQ from The Burnt Crow, local brews from Schlafly Beer, and of course, attendance prizes! Hope to see you there!
Add to your calendar HERE!


You're Invited!

Please Join Us!

Highland Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner

Tuesday, June 13th
The Olde Wicks Factory Main
Hall
The Highland Chamber of Commerce will be awarding in the following categories:
* Business Person of the Year Award
* Bob Hardy Citizen of the Year Award
* Bill Pierce Chamber Member of the Year Award
* Homer Poss Lifetime Achievement Award
* Helping Hands Award
Winners will be announced and celebrated at the Highland Chamber Awards on June 13, 2023 at The Olde Wicks Factory.  
FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF PAST RECIPIENTS CLICK HERE
 

B2B Grants Available!

Deadline is May 10th!          

 
B2B Grants for Restaurants, Hotels and
Creative Arts Businesses

CLICK BELOW FOR INFORMATION ON:
HOTEL
RESTAURANT
CREATIVE ARTS BUSINESSES

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced $175 million in available grant funding through the Back to Business (B2B) program. Following state recovery for businesses totaling nearly $1.5 billion, the latest American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) -funded opportunity is designed to provide additional support for the hardest-hit sectors, including restaurants (B2B Restaurants), hotels (B2B Hotels), and businesses or organizations in the creative arts sector (B2B Arts). To provide hands-on support and raise awareness about the program, the State has mobilized a network of more than 100 community navigators across Illinois.
 
As outlined in statute, B2B Arts and B2B Restaurants grant award amounts will be determined by revenue declines, as reflected on tax returns, and funding for hotels will be allocated by number of rooms. Applications are open from April 5 through May 10, 2023 and awards are expected to be made several weeks after the deadline date. All eligible applicants will receive a grant as long as the business meets eligibility requirements and submits proper documentation and attestations.
 

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Chamber Member Job Opportunities!


There are many of OUR Chamber Members that have GREAT quality job opportunities and need GREAT people to work for them! If you or someone you know is looking for a new job or career, you can access a FULL listing HERE!
 

City Wide Clean Up!



 

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Happenings!



HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland colleagues and Mission committee held a basket raffle in March to support Leaps of Love. The raffle raised over $2,400 for the local organization which embraces families affected by childhood brain tumors, late-effects of childhood cancer, and predisposition syndrome by providing hope, strength, and encouragement. Shown at the check presentation are (left to right): Jed Driemeyer, director of human resources; Patrick Small, manager of emergency services; Trisha Ernst, director of environmental services; Mark Ennen, director of finance; Megan Espenschied, director of surgical services and medical imaging; Michelle Herzberg, director of inpatient services; Sheri Ernst, executive assistant; Teresa Cornelius, interim president and CEO; Abe Barth, pharmacist; Judy Neir, Leaps of Love representative; Rebecca Niemerg, spiritual care team lead; and Hillary Newman, manager of supply chain.
 
For more information about HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, visit the hospital’s website at stjosephshighland.org.
 

PRESS RELEASES
Click Below for Details

Wound Care Center at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland
Highlights the Importance of Foot Health During
National Foot Health Awareness Month


HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Hosts Party on the Patio

Click HERE for more event information and
sponsorship opportunities!


It's Party Time Invites You To Paint The Town!

To order, message It's Party Time's Facebook Page 
or call 618-651-1505

Highland Quarter Back Club Registration for Football and Cheer Info





Click HERE for registration link.



 

The Greenhouse of Highland Wine Night

Railshake "Pups on the Patio" and Shrimp Boil

The Cookie Doode at Twice the Ice!

Bradford National Bank hosts FREE Shred Event

Kloss Furniture hosts HHS Band & Choir Fundraiser

KC Hall Hosts May Boutique and Craft Fair

 

Busey Bank Hosts Shred Day

Beauty on Broadway Pop Up Party


Beauty on Broadway will be hosting pop up party! Stay, shop and enjoy light snacks & beverages or, stop in and be out; quick and easy!
Dysport: $4.05/Unit
B12 Injections: $25
IV Hydration Therapy Immune boost drip $75
Energy boost drip $75
You pick two for $100!
Pre- Event scheduling can be done through tsharp@sogamds.com or by calling
 618-651-0535.
Message us for details and to put your name on our list!

The Olde Wicks Factory Kicks off Summer with The Yacht Rockers

Leaps of Love Dueling Pianos



Heartland Community Chorus Pops Concert


Heartland Community Chorus invites you to their annual Pops concert at a NEW location! 
The program will be presented on Saturday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Trinity Hall at St. Paul Church, 1411 Main Street, Highland, IL 62249.   As the Chorus concludes its tenth anniversary season, it will  “Celebrate Pops Royalty.”  Enjoy pops numbers such as "You've Got a Friend" by Carole KING, jazz standards--"Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" by Hughie PRINCE, and Broadway selections--"Music of the Night" by SIR Andrew Lloyd Webber.  There will also be some great solos:  "KING of the Road," "If Ever I Would Leave You" from "Camelot", "Bring Him Home" from "Les Miz," and more.  The Chorus will be joined by a rhythm section of guitar, bass, piano ,and drums.  Two numbers will be highlighted by trumpets, trombone, and sax, as well. 
           Tickets can be purchased from Chorus members, at the door, or with your credit card at heartlandcommunitychorus.org.  The price is $15, but ages 16 and under are free.  The singers hope to see you at the Pops concert! 
          NOTE:  Please use the entrance to TRINITY HALL, off Main St., to purchase tickets and enjoy the concert.
 

Highland Moose Lodge #2479 Kids Fishing Clinic

   

 
 

 

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Download the JusTeazin App and shop ONLINE!!!


Come shop with us!!
JusTeazin' Boutique is a local boutique specializing in apparel and accessories of modern style with a classic edge for women of all ages.
You will LOVE the JTB shopping experience even more with the JusTeazin' Boutique app! You can shop at any time, see the new inventory first, and watch the lives in the app! Don't miss out! And...you can get 15% off your first in-app purchase by using code APP15.
As always, you can also shop online at
JusTeazin.com!
.iOS app --
https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1666351653
Android app -- https://play.google.com/store/apps/details...

Fathom Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Event

Highland Emporium Cookie Decorating Class!!

Highland Lions Biathlon

May 27, 2023
Get signed up today and start training.
Click
HERE for more details and to register.

Mosaic Church Vacation Bible School!

We're getting ready to launch kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. Stellar rockets kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun. For kids leaving Kindergarten-5th grade​.
Register HERE!!

VFW Post 5694 Hosts Pro Wrestling Event

Add to your calendar HERE!

Summer SIP and SHOP at The Olde Wicks Factory

Firework Sponsorships Needed!

Download the sponsorship letter HERE!

Highland Garden Club Hosts Garden Tour

Add to your calendar HERE!!

Highland Rotary 39th Annual Golf Scramble



Click on the below Entry Form to download a copy

HIS KIDS Summer Camp

Lions Club Broom Sale!

Holly's House of Hope Community Store



 

Highland Community Chorus Kids Camp

Click HERE to register!

Highland Speedway Race Schedule

Save the date for Saturday night racing at Highland Speedway! 

PBJ Schedule

Download a VENDOR FORM HERE!!

Farmers Market

2023 Young at Heart Trip Schedule

VineGogh Wine Bar & Art Studio Upcoming Events


There are plenty of great workshops and other events coming up at
VineGogh Wine Bar & Art Studio to soothe the winter blues. From murder
mystery and trivia to wax melts, wine glass painting, free tastings and
wreath making, we have something for everyone.
View a full event list 
HERE!


Learn more about our 2023 Summer programs for kids here: https://www.highlandcrafts.net/2023-summer-programs
 

MEHS Clinic Schedule

Thursday Night Live Concert Schedule!

Unwind SIP and SHOP Event Schedule

LOL seeking Sponsors for Special Event "24 hr Laps for Leaps"

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
Do you know a Team that will be competing in the 2023 #24hrlapsforleaps?
They need YOU!! Each Team is also competing to raise the most funds and awareness for Childhood Cancer. YOU could be just the one to make that happen.
Contact one of the Teams or the LOL office for more details!
https://www.leapsoflove.org/24-hr-laps-for-leaps

Heart and Soul Yoga May/June Schedule


Heart and Soul Yoga with Sharon
1003 Broadway

Attached are the schedules for April.  All classes will be 7-week series and each series is $48.  Note that when you sign up for the series, that means you attend that same class every week.
If you would like some flexibility in when you attend classes, you should choose  the 8-class or 10-class passes.  These are 2-month class passes and you pick and choose which classes you attend during that 2-month time period....or until you use all the credits. 
 
Use the momoyoga link below to book your classes.  Reach out if you have any questions.  Payments can be through PayPal on the booking website, or you can option to pay in studio (using cash, check, credit card) or you can use Venmo. 
 
BOOK A CLASS HERE!
May Schedule
June Schedule


Subscribe to my YouTube Channel HERE 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! 
For more details about classes, check out my website HERE  
OR my Facebook page  
 For BARRE Above Classes - please access the site HERE  
 For Kids Yoga - use ComPOSEure Kids Facebook Page 

The Greenhouse Florist and Gift Shop Wine Nights


Download the Highland Happenings App!!

For all the latest "Happenings" in Highland!
Download the Highland Happenings Ap by scanning this QR code. You can be notified of City events, including service interruptions, public safety announcements and general City news! Once you've downloaded the ap, create an account so you can choose your channels so you get the right amount of information on topics that interest you!
 

501 Blues Club Happenings Every Week!




For more info, click the above image.
Also, "read more" by clicking below for a schedule of weekly happenings.

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Clean The Uniform Company is hiring!

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 Greenhouse Florist and Gift Shop, HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Gift Shop, The Refined Sellers and get your game today! 

Chamber Member Job Listings


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. If you need the info resent or have questions, just let us know, we are HAPPY to help!
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.

Click HERE for a full listing of job postings from our website!

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 

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
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