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Batavia Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Sept. 7
Happy Tuesday!
Did you enjoy your Labor Day weekend? The weather certainly cooperated with any outdoor plans that you may have had.
COVID Update
As a reminder, area chambers will get a COVID-19 update from Michael Isaacson of the Kane County Health Department this Thursday - September 9 at 11:30 a.m. You are welcome to register and listen in. Scroll down for the event flyer. You can also register here.
Mayor's Weekly Update + Batavia Dam/Depot Pond Updates
The Mayor's update is back after a one-week break. You can view the Friday, Sept. 3rd update here. In it, he talked about upcoming community meetings/open houses concerning the dam/Depot Pond discussion. From the City:
"The City of Batavia and the Batavia Park District have launched a comprehensive planning process for the Batavia Fox River Corridor intended to enhance recreational function, river ecology, cultural importance, and stewardship of Batavia’s most valuable natural resources for future generations. The first step is selecting a dam removal process and reviewing how each concept affects the Depot Pond. We want you to be part of the discussion this September!"
Community Engagement Open House #1
Virtual Meeting
Wednesday, September 15
7 - 9 p.m.
Register in advance for this webinar: https://cityofbatavia-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XlwCwixZQEuJsge9kNbIww
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Community Engagement Open House #2
at the Peg Bond Center
Saturday, September 25
9 - 10:30 a.m.
Batavia Community Band Concert in the Park
The Batavia Community Band will be hosting their fourth annual “Concert in the Park” on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 5:00-6:00pm at the Peg Bond Center on the Batavia Riverwalk. In case of bad weather, the concert will be held in the Council Chambers at Batavia City Hall next to the Riverwalk.
This concert will consist of music from many different genres, including marches, classics, movie medleys, and patriotic songs.
We continually update our home page, bataviachamber.org when new resources and information comes out. Also, check our calendar for new events from us and the community. Make certain you check the calendars regularly!
As always, we are now, and will be in the future, here for you.
Most sincerely,
Margaret, Patti and Shirley
Your Batavia Chamber of Commerce Staff
The Application Portal for the Back 2 Business Grant Program is Open!
The Back 2 Business Grant Program remains open for applications. The application outline and more details can be found on the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dceo/SmallBizAssistance/Pages/B2B.aspx.
A toolkit and Excel contact information search sheet for technical assistance can be found via this Google Drive link. The community navigator partners include Batavia MainStreet and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Waubonsee Community College, among others.
We are again partnering with Town Square Publications to publish our Community Guide for 2022!
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Mark Your Calendars and Join Us!
Save the Date!
Harvest Celebration takes place on Wednesday, October 6 outdoors at the Oscar Swan Country Inn. Sponsorships are available; contact patti@bataviachamber.org for more information or to reserve your sponsorship.
Congratulations to Toys 'n Hobbies 4 All!
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was delighted to celebrate the opening of Batavia Chamber member Toys ’n Hobbies 4 All with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 2. This store, located at 1952 W. Fabyan Parkway (next to Trader Joe’s), Batavia, is filled with of fun toys and hobbies for all ages.
Batavia Mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration, along with store owner Sebastien Coron and his wife. Among the well-wishers were employees of the store and American Hobbies & Merchandising Inc., the parent company of Toys ‘n Hobbies 4 All. These included Christina Lopez, assistant manager, and Kristen Hass, marketing.
Toys ‘n Hobbies 4 All carries a wide selection of ride-on toys, outdoor play toys, collectible diecast tractors and vehicles, DIY kits, wooden stables and barns, farm animals, and much more. Regular hours for the toy store are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday. They are closed on Sundays. Visit their website and keep up with the latest (including sale items) by following their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/toysnhobbies4all.
Thank You Batavia Rotary Club!
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was happy to participate in the dedication of two bike racks with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 3. The Batavia Rotary Club used some of the funds raised from their annual bike trip, Ride the Frog, to purchase the much-appreciated bike racks. The City of Batavia poured the pad and installed them at the Batavia Boardwalk Shops on the corner of Wilson and South River Streets.
Batavia Mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration along with a group of Rotarians, Boardwalk Shop owners, and Chamber ambassadors. Learn more about the service club by visiting their website, and follow them on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/BataviaIllinoisRotaryClub .
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They are perfect for friends, family, teachers, coaches, colleagues, employees...everyone!
We update our list of participating merchants as we receive new merchants. Do you want to add your business? Call (630) 879-7134.
Stop by the office to purchase your Chamber Bucks today!
News and Updates from Our Members
On Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, Batavia Public School District 101 will welcome sixteen inductees into its BPS101 Hall of Honor at Batavia High School. In a typical year, the Hall of Honor welcomes eight inductees, but the 2020 celebration was delayed so this year’s celebration will combine the 2020 and 2021 classes with, “Twice the Fun in ‘21”
The BPS101 Hall of Honor was initiated by the Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence and BPS101 to promote pride in Batavia Public Schools and to honor alumni, faculty, and friends who have made outstanding accomplishments in their communities and personal lives since they have been associated with the District. Read the entire press release.
Membership comes with numerous benefits, opportunity to stay plugged in to schools
Alumni of Batavia Public Schools 101 introduced a brand new initiative geared toward engaging alumni, as well as local supporters and community members. Included are a brand new digital community and numerous opportunities for alumni to get engaged.
To learn more about Bulldog Nation Alumni & Friends and to get more involved in the school district community, visit https://bulldogalumni.nationbuilder.com/. Read the entire press release.
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