Chamber News from the President

It's that time of year to tune up the grill and sharpen your taste buds to get ready for the 4th annual 50 Men Who Cook event in Bloomingdale. This culinary extravaganza will take place on Saturday, September 22 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort. Thanks again to our Presenting Sponsor, Adventist GlenOaks Hospital. 

50 Men Who Cook is a community event where 50 local cooks serve "tastes" of their favorite dishes. Last year's attendees enjoyed everything from tailgate tenderloin to beer can chicken w/bbq & cranberry sauce, a variety of cheesecakes to Stan's infamous cake balls. In addition to having 50 dishes to taste, the fun-filled evening includes raffle prizes, terrific local musicians and a chance to vote for your favorite cook.

There are several sponsorship opportunities available for this well attended event. You can also promote your business by donating a raffle prize.   For additional information on signing up as a cook, purchasing tickets or sponsorship opportunities, go to 50 Men Who Cook.  Or, call the Chamber office at 630-980-9082.

 For more information and to register for all Chamber events, go to www.bloomingdalechamber.com.  

Best regards, 

Jane  

We will highlight the non-profit organizations of the Chamber of Commerce on September 13 at the Bloomingdale Golf Club. Join us to learn about the work of our non-profit businesses while you network with fellow Chamber members.

Lisa Drake, CASA of DuPage County, will be our guest speaker. CASA is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and supports volunteer citizen advocates to effectively speak to the best interests of abused, neglected and dependent children in DuPage County's juvenile court system.

We will also hold a raffle for two free tickets to 50 Men Who Cook.   Proceeds from 50 Men Who Cook help support the non-profit work of our Bloomingdale elementary schools. Register

Mayor Bob Iden cut the ribbon for the new Tiffany Pointe offices of Dr. Aimee Harris-Newon on August 2.  For more information about the comprehensive psychological counseling, personal coaching, financial coaching and therapy services offered by Dr. Aimee & Associates, click here. Dr. Aimee & Associates   

Mario Tricoci of Bloomingdale will host a "Back to School Beauty" Event from August 12 - August 25.  Moms will enjoy a complimentary mini facial while their kids enjoy a haircut. Certain limitations apply. For more information, go to Mario Tricoci or call 630-980-5909.

The DuPage Derby Dames, a local roller derby team, will raise money for Chamber member Stepping Stones at their next home bout  on August 18 at 5:30 PM.  For more information on the event or to purchase tickets, go to DuPage Derby Dames.  Stepping Stones is a Christian-based organization that empowers women of domestic violence to develop financial and emotional independence by providing them with a safe, nurturing environment. Stepping Stones

The Bloomingdale Athletic Association is a travel youth football and cheerleading organization that serves ages 6-14. Through the help of sponsors, they have recently built a new building at Bloomingdale's Circle Park to house concessions, restrooms and equipment storage. They are looking for additional sponsors for the 2012 season to help complete the funding of the building.  They invite you to stop by on August 18 for the annual Bloomingdale Bowl from 9AM - 3PM to watch some great football and take a look at their new facility.

bac-bears.com

The Bartlett Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Carnival on Sept. 7-9 in downtown Bartlett at Leiseberg Park.  The event will include live music, delicious food, a beer tent and rides for adults and kids.  Leiseburg Park is located at 325 E. Devon Ave. (across from Senior Flexonics).  For more information, go to Bartlett Chamber of Commerce or call 630-830-0324.