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Heartland Community Chorus Concert
POPS CONCERT: Heartland Community Chorus invites you to their annual Pops concert, "With a Song in My Heart", Saturday, May 18, 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 19, 3:00p.m. Both concerts at Trinity Hall, St. Paul Church, 1411 Main Street, Highland, IL, 62249. Tickets available at the door, from chorus members, or from the website HERE!!.
Hope to see you there!
BNB Shred Event
Bradford National Bank to Host Fall Shredding Day in Highland
Bradford National Bank will be hosting a free secure shredding and recycling day. On Saturday, May 25th, from 9-11am, the shred truck will be at Bradford National Bank, located at 1100 Mercantile Drive in Highland.
Bradford National Bank is providing this service at no charge to the community.
Many items can be recycled; however, Bradford National Bank recommends the secure destruction of old financial documents such as cancelled checks, bank statements, tax files, paid bills, and investment statements.
Please note: Metal, including clips and binders, as well as plastics and computer disks and CDs must be removed from the materials.
Randy Alderman, Bradford National Bank Security Officer, said, “We have been doing these events twice each year for the past 14 years, and have securely destroyed tons and tons of old financial documents. People really do understand the importance of securely destroying their old financial records.” He added, “We are pleased to provide this important service to the community at no charge.”
Delivery of items can be contactless as well. Shred workers can remove the boxes and bags from the back seat, trunk, hatch, or bed of a truck. Users of this service do not even have to get out of their car. Items received will be shredded on-site by a licensed and bonded service provided by the bank.
If you have any questions or require more information, call 618-664-2200 or visit Bradford National Bank online at www.bradfordbank.com.
EVUCC VBS
EvUCC will be hosting OUTBACK VBS this June 3-7! VBS will be from 9 to 11:30 each day. All 4-year-olds and (completed) 5th graders are invited to join us.
The program takes kids on an Aussie adventure, where they explore God’s monumental love and discover what it means to have an unshakable faith. Church membership is not required to participate.
When: June 3-7, 9 AM -11:30 AM
Who: 4-year-old - completed 5th grade
Where: Evangelical United Church of Christ, 2520 Poplar St. Highland, IL 62249
Registration form link: https://forms.gle/LDknon9wfmYWhCpv5
Highland Jaycees Need Your Float!
Did you hear the news.. only ONE day for the parade this year?! You know what that means?? It means we are going to have the biggest turnout for Saturday!
So get those floats ready!!!
The theme this year is “Rockin Through Schweizerfest “
For more information and to download the parade entry form,
click HERE!!
Building for lease!
Click HERE for more photos!
Perfect commercial location on the Historic Highland Square!! Adjacent to the new Plaza Park and next to Schlafly brewery and restaurant. Building has two offices, large Showroom and stock/ Backroom. ADA accessible. Building was built in 1995. Energy efficient with new HVAC in 2019. Lease required. Price based on length of contract. 2350 sq ft.
Contact A.G. Becker at 618-792-9644 for more information!
Perfect commercial location on the Historic Highland Square!! Adjacent to the new Plaza Park and next to Schlafly brewery and restaurant. Building has two offices, large Showroom and stock/ Backroom. ADA accessible. Building was built in 1995. Energy efficient with new HVAC in 2019. Lease required. Price based on length of contract. 2350 sq ft.
Contact A.G. Becker at 618-792-9644 for more information!
Stewards of Hope Needs Your Help!
Stewards of Hope International of Highland
needs your help in finding a new home!
The group is needing to move
out of their current location and is looking for something in the Highland area that would fit their needs for storing, packaging and shipping items donated to them.
The ideal location would have the following:
Minimum of 600ft
Exterior door at least 6ft wide
Overhead door with an 8ft clearance
Temperature controlled for food storage
24/7 Access
Capability to back up a truck to the access door to load and
unload the boxes we send.
Optimally, the space would have access to a platform for loading pallets onto a commercial truck for shipment to FL
(helpful but not a deal breaker)
If you or someone you know may be able to accommodate the Stewards of Hope of Highland, please contact Michele Korte Capelle at mcapelle@stewardsofhope.org or 618-304-9940
For more information on Stewards of Hope,
visit their website HERE!
ONE on WON Program Update!
ONE on WON
*Update: Jeff currently has 21 members signed up
for the program ..... Thank you Jeff!!
Feedback has been VERY positive and the program is expected to grow even more! See below to get signed up!
We are excited to kick off our ONE on WON 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 WON 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
*Update: Jeff currently has 21 members signed up
for the program ..... Thank you Jeff!!
Feedback has been VERY positive and the program is expected to grow even more! See below to get signed up!
We are excited to kick off our ONE on WON 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 WON 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
Heart and Soul Yoga Schedule - May
Heart and Soul Yoga with Sharon
Need a mid-month Sunday evening mindfulness break?
Join me on Sunday, May 19 from 7:00-8:30 pm for a mini retreat to breathe, move through mindful yoga poses, journal and end with singing bowls and savasana!
Investment: $25
Booking for this event is available through the Momoyoga website.
momoyoga.com/heart-and-soul-yoga-with-sharon
Space is limited and will be held at the studio, 1003 Broadway, Highland, IL
Use the momoyoga link below to get to your account (or create one) to book your class(es).
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!
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
Swiss Gift Shop Closing Sale
Swiss Gift Shop
After a lot of thought and prayer I am closing the Swiss Gift Shop. We have loved and really appreciate the privilege of being a part of your celebrations the past 18 years. If anyone is interested in buying the business please contact me.
**We have 50% Off Store-wide, and will Highlight a Different Special Sale every week on in stock items!
**All merchandise and display fixtures must go!
May 19th-24th Specials
1. Take 60% Off Luca+Danni Jewerly!
2. Take 60% Off Gingersnaps Jewelry and Snaps!
3. Take 60% Off Santa Kindness Ornament and Journal!
4. Take 50% Off All Ornaments!
5. Take 70% Off Benetelli Jewely!
6. Take 50%-60% Off Monogram Décor!
7. Take 60% Off Vintage Pearl Jewelry!
8. Take 60% Off Snowbabies!
9. Take 50-70% Off Jewelry and Home Décor in our Sale corner!
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!
Chamber Office Hours
Chamber Office Hours
Monday - Thursday:
9am - 3pm
Thank you!
DEADLINE for getting information in the Chamber weekly newsletter is Thursday by 9:00am.
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