Join us in welcoming and supporting our
 NEW Chamber Members.

Shoe Sensation (Opening Soon!)
Website

Schantz Manufacturing
Website

FinTech ATM Solutions
Website

Vosholler Land Clearing
Website

 Layna Bond and Associates LLC
American Family Insurance
Website

Add to your calendar HERE!!
Don't forget ............. COSTUME CONTEST!!!!

ONE on ONE
We are excited to kick off our ONE on ONE program! This program was created to culminate relationships with other like-minded businesspeople or members from groups or organizations that may find it difficult or intimidating in a group setting. Jeff Weinacht from Pulse Personal Training will be collecting a list of business professionals who are interested in getting together one on one to meet and get to know each other on a personal and professional level. The idea behind the meetings is not to “sell” each other’s products or services, but simply to network in an atmosphere that allows for conversations with minimal distractions, as well as an opportunity to get to know one another.  The Highland Community is growing quickly and has a wide range of new businesses that have opened in the last year. This is a great opportunity to build relationships with people who can share experiences and work together as opportunities arise!  While the Highland Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is our greatest opportunity to network on a regular basis, ONE on ONE is a way for individuals to network in a more intimate setting and build meaningful, professional relationships!
We will have a sign up sheet at our Business After Hours or
you can contact Jeff anytime at 618-792-8250

It's getting CLOSER, get your RSVPs in!!

Add to your Calendar HERE!


 

We KNOW it's early to be talking about the
Chamber of Commerce Annual Lighted Christmas Parade, but we KNOW how much the Highland Community LOVES the parade and we want to make it better than ever!
To do this, we need your FLOAT entries!
We had some VERY impressive floats last year and we
are looking to have even MORE this year!
The stakes are higher as we have DOUBLED our prize money;
1st Place FLOAT - $200
2nd Place FLOAT - $100
3rd Place FLOAT  - $50 
The Theme for 2023 is Christmas in Toyland!
Visit our website HERE for the entry form, more information and our winning floats from 2022! Special thanks to our Christmas Sponsor, Highland Machine!

 

PRESS RELEASE
Local HSHS hospitals offer special presenters at Diabetes Support Groups during Diabetes Awareness Month
In recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, local HSHS hospitals will have special presenters at their support groups in November:

• HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland – Dr. Mia Thouvenot, podiatry specialist, will present at the support group on Thursday, Nov. 2 at 4 p.m. in the Sullivan Conference Room,
• HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese – Melanie Banal, APRN, podiatry, will present at the support group on Monday, Nov. 6 at 4 p.m. in the Heritage Room.
• HSHS Holy Family Hospital – Dr. Mia Thouvenot, podiatry specialist, will present at the support group on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. in the Nutrition and Diabetes Classroom.

Click HERE for the full press release on Diabetes Support Groups

PRESS RELEASE
HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary Hosting Used Book Sale
 
HIGHLAND, Ill. — HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland’s Auxiliary is hosting a Used Book Sale Thursday and Friday, Oct. 26-27 in the Ungacta Conference Center located at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland at 12866 Troxler Avenue. There will be no Saturday sale as in the past.
 The times for each day’s sale are:
Thursday, Oct. 26 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 27 – 9 a.m. to Noon
Reopening Friday, Oct. 27 – 12:30 to 3 p.m.

**FOR MORE INFO ON THE BOOK SALE, CLICK READ MORE BELOW**

With the relentless threat of fraud, it’s more important than ever to be alert while protecting your identity and finances.   If you receive suspicious outreach from someone claiming to be with Busey, do not respond, click or open any links or attempt to open or download any attachments. Our associates will not reach out to you to obtain your credentials, request your password or PIN, or ask for access to your device. Watch for these five red flags of phishing in emails, calls and texts: Prompts to open a link or take immediate action. Use of urgent or fear-inducing language. Sending an unexpected attachment. Request for personal information, like PINs, passwords or social security numbers. Pressure to log into or send money with payment apps. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month and Busey is partnering with the American Bankers Association for their Banks Never Ask That campaign. Check out their website for additional ways to protect yourself and your finances. If you believe you’ve been the victim of fraud or a scam on a Busey account, contact our Customer Care team, reach out to your Relationship Manager or visit your local Service Center to place a fraud alert on your account.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME WITH MISS JOSIE is so much fun for kids, ages 1-5!  Miss Josie reads stories and does a cool craft each Monday and Tuesday at 10 a.m.!!!! (The Monday and Tuesday Story Time are alike each week to help meet the needs of parents and their different schedules.)  Please join us at Latzer Library for this event.
 
LEGO CLUB.....Come build with us!  All ages welcome. Imagine great creations and build for as long or as little of a time as you desire.  We start at 6 p.m. every Tuesday.

Living on the Moon:  The Artemis Mission
CLICK IMAGE BELOW FOR DETAILS

Where:  Louis Latzer Memorial Public Library, 1001 9th Street, Highland, IL
When: Tuesday, 10/24/2023 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
What:  Presentation followed by telescope viewing

 

Opening soon at 2667 Northtown Way!!

This Saturday from 10-2 visit Logan at Martha Mary Boutique
 for a fall wardrobe refresh!!

  

 

See their event page HERE!

Get ready for a wickedly fun evening at the 2023 Witches Walk and Shop!

Join us for a bewitching evening at the Highland, IL Town Square! The 2023 Witches Walk is a spooktacular in-person event that will cast a spell on you. Get ready to embrace your inner witch. Dress up in your most wickedly fabulous costume while strolling and shopping around the charming town square, surrounded by fellow witches. Explore the downtown merchants, filled with magical potions, spellbinding trinkets, and delicious treats. This is the perfect event to show off your broomstick skills and enjoy a night full of laughter and merriment. Don't miss out on this wickedly fun event in downtown Highland, IL!

To register for this FREE event go to:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-witches-walk-tickets-717512638617?aff=oddtdtcreator



Businesses click HERE for more information to participate!

VISIT THE FACEBOOK PAGE FOR MORE INFO!!

Do you want to create some unforgettable memories? Put on your best Christmas gear and come to the CEO Frost Fest!
Expect some enjoyable games, a delicious breakfast, an eventful 5k, a lively fun run for kids, and even pictures with Santa Claus!
When? December 2nd, 2023
Where? Highland Elementary School
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What is CEO?
CEO teaches high school seniors all about business. The students get to visit all different kinds of businesses around the area and have business owners come to them to explain how they do it. This year’s CEO class includes Collinsville High School, Maryville Christian High School, Triad High School, Highland High School,
and Father McGivney Catholic High School.
For more information, visit their site HERE!!

Highland family entertainment businesses join forces for “Fun Crawl” promotion!
Get ready for some fun in Highland this fall! Owners of The Game Yard, Bailout Escape Rooms, The Lory Theater, and Mac’s Family Fun Time have come together to
offer a very special promotion called The Highland FUN CRAWL!
Customers can visit each company and receive an entry card. Make a minimum purchase of $25 at each company to receive a stamp on your card. Once all four are stamped, leave it with any of the four locations by Nov 25^th. A drawing will be held on Nov 30^th 2023 for prizes including a grand prize of a YETTI Cooler filled with company merch and goodies,
valued at over $400!
“We’re such big fans of these terrific companies, we’ve been wanting to do a cross promotion with them for years…” said Justin McLaughlin from Mac’s. “…we’re just so happy it all came together now and I’m sure it will become an annual thing!”
So be sure to pick up your Fun Crawl entry card today before they’re gone!
CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW FOR THEIR FUN (of course) PROMO VIDEO 
and get your card today!!


 

 

Heart and Soul Yoga with Sharon
1003 Broadway
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER/DECEMBER schedule posted below!

  Find a class (or two) that works for your schedule and get booked today! 
 Hope to see you in a yoga class soon!  
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. 
THANKS for all your support for my business!  
BOOK A CLASS HERE!
October Schedule
November Schedule
December 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 

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Professional Development Course Information 

Click Below for More Information

Fall 2023 Learning Through Lunch

Fall Online Certificate Opportunity

Fall 2023 Soft Skills Workplace


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Michael’s Coffee Shop is Hiring😊
Come be a part of a fast-paced and FUN environment!  Michael’s Coffee Shop is looking to hire a hard-working, self-motivated and high energy barista to join our team.  This individual must be able to work mornings and weekends (Saturday’s) from 6:00 am – 1:00 pm.  Duties include:
* Greeting customers in a friendly manner while taking food and drink orders
*Preparing and serving coffee and espresso-based beverages
*Assisting the café baker with pastries and various baking orders
*Keeping the work environment and café clean and sanitized
*Strong teamwork abilities to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
The position will begin at 20-25 hours per week.  Please email resume to Lisa Michael at lrmichael@frontier.com.
 


CHAMBER MEMBER IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 80 YEARS IS LOOKING TO HIRE!

**Perfect for a parent or retiree**
Are you or someone you know looking for a part-time office position that will keep you close to home? A small, local, family-owned contractor is looking for a part time administrative assistant 3-4 days a week, approximately 24-32 hours a week (negotiable). Hours would be approximately 8-4:30 with NO weekends or holidays.

Experience with Quickbooks is a MUST and contractor office experience would be a MAJOR plus!

Duties include: answering phones, helping walk-in customers, tracking hours/materials on jobs, billing, keeping track of stock, etc.
For more information or to apply, send your resume to: officemgr.highland@gmail.com

 

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

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