Buffalo Wild Wings3333 Court St.
Pekin, IL 61554
309-201-4159
Alyssa Wielgopolan, Marketing Director
Brett Nelson, Director of Operations
www.buffalowildwings.com
WINGS. BEER. SPORTS. Go in to Buffalo Wild Wings to watch your favorite team and try one of their 16 signature sauces. Featuring Boneless Mondays and Thursday with specially priced boneless wings and Wing Tuesday with specially priced traditional wings.
Our Vision: To be the trusted partner for the Pekin business community. Our Mission: To foster and promote a vibrant business environment for the benefit of our members.
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Courting the Millennial Customer
© Can Stock Photo Inc. / EpicStockMedia
If you are in a traditionally “cool” business, like a coffee
shop, indy bookstore, or juice bar, it’s likely you have scads of skinny
jean-wearing hipsters hanging around your store. But if you’re reading this
article, most likely you don’t but you know you need them.
There are roughly 75.3 million Millennials in the United States.
This number outranks the 74.9 million Baby Boomers. For a successful future,
your business needs the younger generation. Here’s how you can get their
attention and keep it.
Be About More Than Just You
In today’s business climate it is also essential you stand for
something outside of your own business interests. Millennials appreciate
companies that give back like TOMS Shoes that provides a pair of shoes to
someone in need in one of over 70 disadvantaged countries each time a pair is
purchased here.
If there’s a cause you’re a part of, talk about it. Make it part
of your business and don’t be afraid to use cause marketing. Millennials
respond very favorably to it. It makes them feel good knowing they are
contributing to a worthwhile effort.
However, there’s a fine line between doing something because you
believe in it and doing something because you know it will bring you attention.
That line is governed by authenticity. Do not be inauthentic in your marketing.
Give Them Opportunities to Have Fun
Millennials are still young
and many of them are waiting before they tie themselves down with
responsibilities. Appealing to their sense of fun in branding opportunities and
the tone of your content is important in getting their attention. Don’t market
like Don Draper if you’re trying to reach them. Chuck the stiff suits and
formal language.
Take a look at the pop-up used by the BrandingMuse, a site
devoted to helping Millennials with their personal brand. “Kardashian Famous” might not appeal to those of us out of our 20s
and 30s but it means something them.
In addition to adjusting your tone to be more appealing, look
for ways to reach out to them on social media. Create contests that get them noticed
for their efforts. Post-a-“selfie” contests have big draws for this generation.
Give Them a Say
Millennials don’t believe in spending time on the sidelines,
waiting for their turn to shine. They are ready to get involved right away. Use
that in your marketing by giving them a say in product design, product
offerings, and listening to their opinions. If they have input in what you’re
doing, they’ll be more invested in your brand.
Finally…
For the purposes of this article I stuck with generalizations
about a generation. Not all will fit every person in that demographic so it’s
essential you understand what works for your
audience. This information can be applied to creating effective marketing
campaigns to help reach Millennials but once you have, this should not be seen
as a complete guide to their preferences. Get them in the door with the
suggestions here and find out what appeals to them individually to keep them
coming back.
Christina R. Green teaches small businesses,
chambers and associations how to connect through content. Her articles have
appeared in the Midwest Society of Association Executives’ Magazine, NTEN.org,
AssociationTech, and Socialfish. She is a regular blogger at Frankjkenny.com and the Event Manager Blog. She’s a bookish writer
on a quest to bring great storytelling to organizations everywhere.
Monday, June 29, 2015
Kristopher Pendl Obtains Top Industry Designation

The program provides financial services professionals with the technical knowledge and communications skills to work as an effective partner with clients having uniquely complex wealth management issues.
Pendl joined Associated in 2010. He has over 14 years of financial services management experience. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Illinois.
Friday, June 26, 2015
Pekin B-Dubs Set to Open
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Enjoy Pekin
Don't forget to check out enjoypekin.com to see what is going on in the city!! This website has a lot of great information that is sure to steer you in the right direction when you are looking for something to do for the weekend. It is also a great way to show your out of town family and friends what our fabulous community has to offer!
Simple Steps for Growing Your Business
As a business grows, there is increased
need for organization and knowledgeable management; and, the role of the
business owner changes as well. This 4-part
series of workshops is designed for small business owners and managers who want
to reach the next level of growth and who are looking for targeted assistance
and direction in key areas of business management. Participants will -
·
Gain the knowledge and tools needed to
analyze and assess your business
·
Discover potential growth areas
·
Develop customized strategies to implement
growth
When?
Wednesday
evenings, September 9, September 16, September 23, and
September 30, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Where?
Fondulac District Library
400 Richland St.
East Peoria, IL 61611
Overview: This
SCORE program, will be presented by experienced
SCORE Mentors Lee Maki, Fran McKay, and Jim Peugh and
includes 4, two- hour workshops:
·
Business Assessment, Goal Setting, and
Human Resources
·
Marketing Your Business and Growing Your
Sales
·
Financial Management
·
Managing Operations
Register
for each of these FREE workshops at
www.scorepeoria.org/workshops
GOOD TO GREAT
Published in 2001 and based on 9 years of research and
analysis, in Good to Great, author Jim Collins enumerates the principles
for building a great company in unpredictable and rapidly changing times. He asks and explains, "How can a good,
even mediocre company achieve greatness?"
According to author Collins, "Greatness is not a function of
circumstance. Greatness is largely a
matter of conscious choice and discipline.
Whether you prevail or fail depends more on what you do to yourself than
on what the world does to you."
Join us as ICC Professor and SCORE Mentor Joe Gunther
leads a review and discussion of this best-selling business management and
strategy book. Whether your business is
small or larger, just starting or experienced, this will be an excellent
opportunity for discussion of ideas leading to growth and improvement.
This will be a four part series of workshops held on
October 7,
2015 6:30 - 8:30 PM October 14, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM October 21, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM October 28, 2015 6:00 - 8:30 PM
All sessions will be held at
Fondulac District
Library
400 Richland St.
East Peoria, IL 61611
These workshops are FREE, but seating is limited and participants must register
for EACH session. Participants should
purchase the book before the class begins and bring it to each of the sessions.
for more information or to register for
these FREE workshops
or call SCORE at 309-676-0755
Pekin Hospital Foundation Pizza Fundraiser
Papa John’s Pizza is donating 10
percent of sales to support the Pekin Hospital Foundation and help
enhance the quality of patient care throughout the region.
Customers will save 40
percent off their entire online order at menu price simply by
ordering at papajohns.com and entering the code
PHF40. Papa John’s will donate 10 percent back to the Foundation for
every order placed using the online code PHF40.
“We’re excited to work with the Pekin Hospital Foundation for this
unique fundraising program,” said Tabatha Hart, Director of Regional Marketing
at Papa John’s. “Pekin Hospital does so much for the health and well-being of
our communities, and this program
is a fun way we can all give back. It’s an ongoing online fundraiser, so
there are many opportunities for everyone to take advantage of this great offer
and show their support for a worthwhile organization.”
Part of Progressive Health
Systems, the Pekin Hospital Foundation provides a direct channel for donors and
volunteers to support the hospital’s mission of improving the health and
well-being of the community with love, compassion and extraordinary care.
“Thank you to our friends at Papa
John’s for their ongoing support,” said Sherry Semonis, Development Director
for Pekin Hospital. “The dedication of our community partners makes such a
difference in the lives of those we serve. Their generosity helps Pekin
Hospital and Progressive Health Systems deliver personal care that our patients
can trust.”
For more information contact the
Pekin Hospital Foundation at 309-353-0983.
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
City Approves Hospital Financing Deal

The project was unanimously approved by the Pekin City Council at their June 22nd meeting. The new three-story facility will include multiple providers in Family Practice, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
“This is an exciting project for Pekin Hospital, the City of Pekin and the entire community,” said Bob Haley, Chief Executive Officer of Pekin Hospital and Progressive Health Systems. “The proposed medical facility will allow us to improve efficiency and better address the growing health care needs of the people we serve.”
The new 52,000-square-foot building would house approximately 20 providers, with capacity for 20 more. Basic lab and digital x-ray services would be included in the new facility.
“This is a great example of local government and business partnering together to help the community,” said Mayor John McCabe. “The project will create new jobs and improve access to health care. There could also be spin-off effects, such as more shopping in town, visits to restaurants and other local businesses, which could lead to even more development in the future."
Preliminary planning will take approximately four to six months. That process will include finalizing a location for the new facility. Site preparation and construction could begin this fall.
“Pekin Hospital and Progressive Health Systems have been key components in economic development, providing vital services to employers and employees,” said Leigh Ann Brown, Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator. “This medical office building project aligns with our continued focus on quality-of-life initiatives that help us recruit more businesses and families to the area.”
Monday, June 22, 2015
Welcome To Our Newest Member
Cosmetic Skin Center of Central Illinois
2355 Broadway Road
Pekin, IL 61554
309-347-2700
Dr. Bill Fisher, President
Chris Fisher, Administrative Assistant
Lenora Fisher, Director of Services Marketing
cosmeticskincenterofcentralillinois.com
Cosmetic Skin Center of Central Illinois offers full service family heathcare, plus skincare health and wellness. This includes anti-aging and restorative skin treatments and products, as well as spa services for skincare and relaxation.
2355 Broadway Road
Pekin, IL 61554
309-347-2700
Dr. Bill Fisher, President
Chris Fisher, Administrative Assistant
Lenora Fisher, Director of Services Marketing
cosmeticskincenterofcentralillinois.com
Cosmetic Skin Center of Central Illinois offers full service family heathcare, plus skincare health and wellness. This includes anti-aging and restorative skin treatments and products, as well as spa services for skincare and relaxation.
Welcome To Our Newest Member
UniQue Personnel Consultants
606 West Glen
Peoria, IL 61614
309-839-2718
Donna Clancy, Consultant
Elyce Rehmke, Area Manager
Melinda McFadden, Regional Manager
www.uniquepers.com
Unique Personnel Consultants is a full service staffing agency dedicated to helping people find the job they are looking for. They have a variety of employment opportunities, including temporary, temp to perm and permanent positions.
606 West Glen
Peoria, IL 61614
309-839-2718
Donna Clancy, Consultant
Elyce Rehmke, Area Manager
Melinda McFadden, Regional Manager
www.uniquepers.com
Unique Personnel Consultants is a full service staffing agency dedicated to helping people find the job they are looking for. They have a variety of employment opportunities, including temporary, temp to perm and permanent positions.
I-155 Ramps at Hopedale Closed This WEek
The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that the northbound I-155
on-ramp and off-ramp at Exit 19 near Hopedale will be closed from Tuesday, June
23 through Thursday, June 25.
The ramp closures are necessary for resurfacing work to be completed. Detour routes will be posted.
Please slow down and use extreme caution while driving through all work zones.
For IDOT District 4 updates on Twitter, follow us at https://twitter.com/IDOTDistrict4.
For updated traffic information and views from dozens of traffic cameras in Peoria and surrounding areas, visit http://www.gettingaroundpeoria.com/.
The ramp closures are necessary for resurfacing work to be completed. Detour routes will be posted.
Please slow down and use extreme caution while driving through all work zones.
For IDOT District 4 updates on Twitter, follow us at https://twitter.com/IDOTDistrict4.
For updated traffic information and views from dozens of traffic cameras in Peoria and surrounding areas, visit http://www.gettingaroundpeoria.com/.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Pekin Hospital and the City of Pekin Plan $12 Million Medical Office Building

The project proposal will be included as an agenda item for the June 22nd City Council meeting. If approved, the new three-story facility would include multiple providers in Family Practice, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
“This is an exciting project for Pekin Hospital, the City of Pekin and the entire community,” said Bob Haley, Chief Executive Officer of Pekin Hospital and Progressive Health Systems. “The proposed medical facility would allow us to improve efficiency and better address the growing health care needs of the people we serve.”
The proposed 52,000-square-foot building would house approximately 20 providers, with capacity for 20 more. Basic lab and digital x-ray services would be included in the new facility.
“This is a great example of local government and business partnering together to help the community,” said Mayor John McCabe. “The proposed project would create new jobs and improve access to health care. There could also be spin-off effects, such as more shopping in town, visits to restaurants and other local businesses, which could lead to even more development in the future."
If the project is approved, preliminary planning would take approximately four to six months. That process would include finalizing a location for the new facility. Hospital and City officials believe construction could begin by the fall of 2015.
“Pekin Hospital and Progressive Health Systems have been key components in economic development, providing vital services to employers and employees,” said Leigh Ann Brown, Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator. “The proposed medical office building project aligns with our continued focus on quality-of-life initiatives that help us recruit more businesses and families to the area.”
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Ameren Illinois Selected a Winner in the 36th Annual Telly Awards
The Telly Awards has
named Ameren Illinois as a five-time
bronze winner in the 36th Annual Telly Awards. With nearly 12,000 entries from
all 50 states and numerous countries, only about 25 percent of entries are
recognized with awards. Other award winners include CNBC, CNN, Dell, Discovery,
Disney, Huffpost, Coca‐Cola, Time Warner and Warner Brothers.
Ameren Illinois won five bronze awards for video. The titles and categories include:
Ameren Illinois won five bronze awards for video. The titles and categories include:
·
Natural
Gas Upgrades – Employee Communications
·
Natural
Gas Upgrades – Public Relations
·
Energy
Efficiency Case Study / Olin Brass – Public Relations
·
Energy
Efficiency Case Study / Olin Brass – Social Responsibility
·
Actions
Matter Q2 2015 – Employee Communications
Ameren
Illinois co-workers from the Community and Public Relations team partnered with
Jeff Oesch, Advanced Video Productions in Pekin, IL to write, direct, produce
and edit the videos.
The
Telly Awards was founded in 1979 and is the premier award honoring outstanding
local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest video and
film productions, and online commercials, video and films. Winners represent the best work of the most
respected advertising agencies, production companies, television stations,
cable operators, and corporate video departments in the world.
A
prestigious judging panel of over 500 accomplished industry professionals, each
a past winner of a Silver Telly and a member of The Silver Telly Council,
judged the competition, upholding the historical standard of excellence that
Telly represents. The Silver Council
evaluated entries to recognize distinction in creative work – entries do not
compete against each other – rather entries are judged against a high standard
of merit. Approximately 25 percent of
entries are chosen as Winners of the Bronze Telly.
“The
Telly Awards has a mission to honor the very best in film and video,” said
Linda Day, Executive Director of the Telly Awards. Ameren Illinois' accomplishment illustrates their
creativity, skill, and dedication to their craft and serves as a testament to
great film and video production.”
To
find out more about the Telly Awards visit the website at www.tellyawards.com.
Monday, June 15, 2015
Membership Renewals
Thanks to the following employers who recently renewed their investment in the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce:
1-STAR MVP
Davison-Fulton-Woolsey Funeral Home - Pekin
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
2-STAR MVP
Kroger Limited Partnership, LLC
1-STAR MVP
Advanced Medical Transport
Fort Toyota
Sears Hometown & Outlet
CLASSIC MEMBERS
Aindrea Balagna CPA
American Milling Company
Artistic Community Theatre
Atlas Supply Company
Bremer JewelryDavison-Fulton-Woolsey Funeral Home - Pekin
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Fred Lawrence and Sons Fire Equipment
Hamm's Furniture Inc.
ICPR Family Practice
Johnson, Dr. Brendon J., OD PC
JPG Commercial Real Estate LLC
Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
Ming's of Pekin
Pekin First Church of the Nazarene
Sam's Club
The Club at Sunset Hills
How to Create Search Engine Optimized Content
© Can Stock Photo Inc. / redrockerz
Google has ushered in the era of big content by assigning
increasing importance to it from a search perspective. But it placed one large
stipulation on content creation. It has to be “good” to be worthwhile.
What is “Good” Content?
Google depends on your audience for this answer. If they are
sharing your content, clicking on it, interacting with it, and showing you
appreciation for it across the social spheres, Google is taking notice and
factoring that into its ranking. Here are a few tips to making your content
more SEO-friendly.
How Do I Create Good
Content?
Know Your Audience
You cannot expect your audience to connect to your content, nor
can you produce quality content from Google’s perspective, without knowing who your audience is. “My ideal
customer” is not specific enough of a definition. Drill down to things like
age, gender, income, schooling, preferences, etc. Only when you know your
target connection, can you begin effectively creating content for that person.
Think of Keywords
The practice of keyword stuffing, adding the same word over and
over in your content because you’d like to place highly for it, is dead. You
must now create good content using your keywords as subtle flavoring not coating
your content with them.
When you think of keywords and your business, there will be some
that come to you immediately. For instance, an OB/GYN may use “city obstetrics”
(the city being the specific town in which she operates her practice). However,
placing for those keywords will be costly and she’ll be competing with very
large, established clinics and hospitals. In addition she may want to look at
long-tail phrases that people would search under such as “pregnancy care after
40” or “infertility treatments after miscarriages.” If she specializes in these
things, they could be very lucrative and less competitive. Use Google’s
keyword planner tool to help you find some that relate to your business.
Ask Questions
People don’t search for keywords or answers. They search using
questions. Brainstorm questions your ideal customer asks about your product or
industry. Create content based on this. Ask your employees for the questions
they hear most. Create content about these too. Type in questions into Google’s
search box (or your search engine of choice) and see what comes up in its
auto-fill in. Scan the results. Create content that fits.
Do More of What’s Working
If you notice a particular kind of content is being shared often
by your audience, do more of it. Try experimenting with a variety of media
types. Google loves pictures and videos too but take care to tag them for
maximum SEO.
Do More But Not The Same
Google is like a really smart teacher who knows when you’ve
copied your work from somewhere else and you will pay just as dearly, even if
the person you are copying from is your own site.
Search engines like fresh content, new content.
It’s hard when you’ve created a masterpiece not to want to use
it again but Google will penalize your site if you duplicate content. This
counts for content you’ve written as a guest blog poster somewhere else and
reposted on your site verbatim.
Reword. Rewrite. Don’t Duplicate.
The key to creating SEO-friendly content is to concentrate on the
likelihood of interaction you’ll derive from it. Google has no way of knowing
if your audience is ultimately buying from you, but it does know how it is relating
to your content.
From a search perspective conversions are less important than
shares; so if you’re being helpful and creating a top resource for your
industry or niche, and your content is shared, you will see your organic rankings
improve and your sales will follow.
Christina R. Green teaches small
businesses, chambers and associations how to connect through content. Her
articles have appeared in the Midwest Society of Association Executives’
Magazine, NTEN.org, AssociationTech, and Socialfish. She is a regular blogger
at Frankjkenny.com and Memberclicks.
She’s a bookish writer
on a quest to bring great storytelling to organizations everywhere.
Adams Outdoor Adds Account Exec
Adams Outdoor Advertising is excited to announce the addition of Krista Riggs Thomas as an Account Executive. Krista’s extensive marketing knowledge will benefit clients to enhance their media and marketing plans through the outdoor advertising medium. Adams Outdoor Advertising can be reached at 309.431.4075 or www.adamsoutdoor.com
Goodwill Needs Race Volunteers
Goodwill is looking for volunteers to help with the race on Saturday, September 12, 2015. Please email volunteerforvets@goodwillpeo.org
CEFCU Offering Consolidation Student Loans
CEFCU is proud to announce a new option for borrowers to consolidate or refinance students loans. Credit Union members can take advantage of a Consolidation Student Loan (CSL), which allows them to consolidate all existing federal or private student loans into one loan, or refinance a single loan.
With the CSL, student loan holders can begin the easy online application process at www.cefcu.com/one. Benefits include no origination fees, 0.5% interest rate reduction for automatic payments, up to 12 years to repay, and more. There is a minimum loan amount of $5,000 with a maximum of $80,000.
Katie Mueller, CEFCU Private Student Loan Manager, stated, “I am excited that CEFCU can offer this loan product to graduates. It provides the benefit of consolidating student loans into one easy payment, which is not only more convenient, but could save borrowers money over the course of the loan.”
With assets over $5 billion, CEFCU serves over 300,000 members through 20 central Illinois Member Centers and 3 Member Centers in Santa Clara County, California; the CEFCU Financial Center; the Money Center 24 ATM Network; CEFCU’s website, cefcu.com; CEFCU’s Mobile website, m.cefcu.com; the surcharge-free CO-OP Network ATM; and the CU Service Center Shared Branch Network.
With the CSL, student loan holders can begin the easy online application process at www.cefcu.com/one. Benefits include no origination fees, 0.5% interest rate reduction for automatic payments, up to 12 years to repay, and more. There is a minimum loan amount of $5,000 with a maximum of $80,000.
Katie Mueller, CEFCU Private Student Loan Manager, stated, “I am excited that CEFCU can offer this loan product to graduates. It provides the benefit of consolidating student loans into one easy payment, which is not only more convenient, but could save borrowers money over the course of the loan.”
With assets over $5 billion, CEFCU serves over 300,000 members through 20 central Illinois Member Centers and 3 Member Centers in Santa Clara County, California; the CEFCU Financial Center; the Money Center 24 ATM Network; CEFCU’s website, cefcu.com; CEFCU’s Mobile website, m.cefcu.com; the surcharge-free CO-OP Network ATM; and the CU Service Center Shared Branch Network.
Fleming Graduates from Institute of Organization Management

Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate Recognition signifies the individual’s completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management.
“Institute graduates are recognized across the country as leaders in their industries and organizations,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s vice president of Institute for Organization Management. “These individuals have the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve professional and organizational success in the dynamic association and chamber industries.”
Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates. Institute’s curriculum consists of four weeklong sessions at five different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and membership, Institute participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively.
Graduates of Institute receive the IOM recognition, signifying completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management. In addition, participants can earn credit hours toward the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or Certified Association Executive (CAE) certifications. Nearly 1,000 individuals attend Institute annually.
Institute for Organization Management is the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. It is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce dedicated to strengthening America’s long-term competitiveness by addressing developments that affect our nation, our economy, and the global business environment.
Friday, June 12, 2015
June Puttin' On Pekin
Chamber members and their guests enjoyed a great breakfast this morning at the June Puttin' On Pekin breakfast at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Dave Osborn won the early prize and Ken Coulter won the late prize. Sheri Verando accepted the Spotlight on Business award for the Avanti's Dome, Grace United Methodist received the Blue Ribbon Award, and A.J. Salmon received the Sunshine Award for his "I Hate Cancer" project. Lelonie Luft and Kim LaHew from Cullinan Properties spoke to the group about their efforts to recruit businesses to East Court Village and other central Illinois properties. You can see more pictures from chamber events at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Pekin Hospital to Host Dash at Dusk Run/Walk
Pekin Hospital and Progressive Health Systems will
host the third annual Dash at Dusk 5K on July 10, 2015. The event promotes
community wellness and raises funds for the hospital’s yearly mission trip to
provide medical assistance to underserved countries.
Held on the hospital’s campus at
600 South 13th Street in Pekin, Dash at Dusk includes a 5K run, a
one-mile walk and a kids’ fun run. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and concludes
with a family friendly after-party.
Prices are $30 for the 5K run,
$30 for the one-mile walk and $10 for the kids’ fun run. All proceeds benefit
this year’s mission trip to the Philippines, where team members hope to treat
and serve more than 2,000 patients. The annual mission trip is part of Pekin
Hospital’s Seasons of Sharing campaign.
“This isn’t just about running a
race,” said Dash at Dusk Co-Coordinator Marcy Becker. “It’s about promoting
health and wellness in our communities while supporting a great cause. It’s a
family event that features something for everybody.”
BARD OPTICAL PEKIN OFFICE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Bard Optical Pekin office will celebrate 30
years in business on July 30, 3-6 p.m. Opened by Dr. A. Arthur Bard in 1941 in
downtown Peoria, Diana Hall purchased the practice in 1981 and has grown Bard
Optical to 20 locations in Central and Southern Illinois. Please join us in
celebrating the Anniversary of Bard’s Pekin
office by stopping in and congratulating Dr. Shelley, Alicia, Office Manager
and the Pekin
staff.
See
new frames from various designers and enjoy a 25% Savings on frames and lenses purchased at the event. The Pekin
Chamber will perform a ribbon cutting at
4 p.m., refreshments will be served and prizes will be
available.
Monday, June 8, 2015
Welcome To Our Newest Member

East Peoria, IL 61611
309-694-4500 ext. 2268
Jeff Bogdan, VP of Business Development/Owner
Jon Rogers, Sales
Perry Johnson, Sales
Kevin Mclaren, Director of IT
Kody Kanaga, Sales
Rick Clayton, Sales
www.federalcos.com
The Federal Companies are the Peoria movers chosen by many of the 114,000 residents of this city for quality relocation and storage services. Whether they are moving your home or business, storing your data or records or transporting your high-value products, this Peoria moving company approaches every move with an unwavering commitment to exceptional quality service. They offer a vast range of household and commercial moving services for local, long distance and international moves to ensure that they can accommodate every need. When you need the best of Peoria moving companies, you need Federal Companies.
Friday, June 5, 2015
South Side Bank After Hours
South Side Bank hosted the June 4th Business After Hours at their Veterans Drive facility in Pekin. Over 50 chamber members and their guests joined representatives from the bank for a great evening of refreshments and networking. You can see more pictures from this event at: http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber
VFW Road Clsed between 5th and 14th Streets

The City appreciates everyone's patience as they continue to improve the community's infrastructure. You can find more information and project updates on the City's website at www.ci.pekin.il.us.
Thursday, June 4, 2015
First Fridays Art Sale!!!
Dr
Scott Moats has decided to offer any of his photographs in the gallery at 20%
off the asking price on First Friday. That makes them only $280 each. If you
have been pondering about one of his beautiful pieces Friday June 5th, during
First Friday, is the time to buy. One night only!
All
proceeds from his sales go to
The Pekin
Diversity Festival!!!
Here is
the Bus Schedule for First Friday!
See you
there!

Hopedale Medical Complex
Hopedale
Medical Complex is proud to be a central part of the surrounding communities we
serve. Since Hopedale Hospital first opened its doors in 1955, our patients and
residents have come to expect exceptional medical care and personal attention.
Hopedale Medical Complex, however, is more
than just a hospital. Our staff renders thousands of volunteer hours every year
to a variety of causes throughout the area. Our management, physicians, and
staff give back to the community through charitable contributions and donated
services.
Hopedale Medical Complex is dedicated to being
a part of the community. Whether its free health screenings, scholarships,
financial assistance, community newsletters, or charity, we are here for the
community.
HMC would love to come help your business and
community organizations. If you would
like more information on HMC community services, educational speaking
opportunities, or to have HMC be a part of your event, please contact Amber
Bernshausen at 309-449-4284.
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