Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce

    Hopedale Medical Complex Honors November Employee of the Month   November 29, 2021   Hopedale, IL – Hopedale Medical Complex (HMC) is pleased to announce the November Employee of the Month, as Brenda Loudermilk, RN from our Cardiac Rehab Department. During her past 18 years at HMC, Brenda has had the opportunity to work in a variety of departments on the HMC campus but is currently in charge of the care of those patients in our Cardiac Rehab Department.   In addition to her duties in the Cardiac Rehab Department, Brenda has most recently been assisting in our Ambulatory Surgery Department (ASD) where a colleague recognized her and nominated her for employee of the month. HMC Patient Care Senior Services Director, Aldo Rossi, shared in his nomination, “Brenda has been a vital addition to the surgery department. Her upbeat and energetic personality, optimism and humor always make it an enjoyable atmosphere in ASD. As a manager, I greatly appreciate her willingness to

  Illinois American Water Encourages Customers to Prepare for Cold Weather Belleville, Ill. (Nov. 22, 2021) – Before frigid temperatures arrive, Illinois American Water is encouraging homeowners to take steps now to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes.   Tips also cover frozen water meters, which can bring costly plumbing repairs and replacement fees along with headaches and unexpected expense to homeowners.   “We know cold weather will come soon enough, so now is the time for customers to take preventative steps to avoid frozen pipes and water meters. Preparing now can help customers avoid damaged plumbing inside and outside of their homes,” said Beth Matthews, vice president of operations.   Before temperatures are below freezing customers should: ·        Check sprinkler or irrigation systems. Make sure you have turned everything off and fully drained the systems. ·        Identify your home’s freezing points . Check your home for pipes in areas that m

  Press Release: For Immediate Release   20 th Annual Christmas on Court Returns to Downtown Pekin Santa, live entertainment, and more coming to Downtown Pekin December 3 rd for Christmas on Court   Pekin, IL- A quintessential Christmas experience is returning to Downtown Pekin! Christmas on Court will be held Friday, December 3 rd from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the 300-600 blocks of Court Street. Santa is returning with free grab bags for children while supplies last. Santa will also be available for photos at the Santa house in front of the Courthouse. Along with Santa, the event will have live entertainment including the anticipated return of a professional ice-sculptor. Businesses in the downtown area will be open for shopping as well as pop-up market vendors for a diverse holiday shopping experience. Pop-up vendors will be located indoors at 353, 402 and 404 Court Street. Christmas on Court is hosted by the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with

  Discover Peoria  Along with 14 Other Community Organizations Kick-Off the Holiday Season with the Shop Local 365 Initiative The kick-off also includes celebrating the opening of the Discover Peoria Pop-Up Shop located at The Shoppes of Grand Prairie.   Peoria, IL -  The Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau  (Discover Peoria), the  Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce , the  Greater Peoria Economic Development Council  (GPEDC),  Peoria County , the  Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce  and  eight other community organizations  are excited to kick-off the holiday campaign, Shop Local 365 and the opening of the Discover Peoria Peoria Pop-Up Shop located at The Shoppes of Grand Prairie in Peoria.    “A fantastic coalition of community organizations have come together to revitalize the Shop Local 365 campaign for the holiday season and Discover Peoria is proud to be one of those organizations,” said  J.D. Dalfosno, President/CEO of Discover Peoria . “Our small businesses are what make central

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                         CONTACT : Courtney Long Phone: (309) 449-4500 Email:   clong@hopedalemc.com Media: None     Vendors Needed for HWC Craft and Vendor Fair     November 10, 2021   Hopedale, IL – Do you create beautiful handmade crafts or are you a vendor for an amazing company? The Hopedale Wellness Center (HWC) is looking for vendors for their 2021 Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair on November 28, 2021, from 11am-1pm. Booth space is $25. We are offering 1 space to each vendor and are hosting only 1 vendor from each company.   If you are interested in being a vendor, please call the Hopedale Wellness Center at 309.449.4500 or stop by the HWC front desk at 222 NW Grove Street, Hopedale, IL to register. Please make note that this event is subject to change pending possible COVID restrictions. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to Courtney at clong

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                         CONTACT : Courtney Long Phone: (309) 449-4500 Email:   clong@hopedalemc.com Media: None     Tis’ the Season for Shopping     November 10, 2021   Hopedale, IL – Start the hustle and bustle of your holiday season shopping at the Hopedale Wellness Center 2021 Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair on Sunday, November 28, 2021, from 11am-1pm. Grab your friends and family and enjoy all the amazing vendors and crafters who are sharing their best holiday gift ideas with you! Admission to the event is FREE!   Also, if you have missed shopping and having access to the Candy Striper Gift Shop that is inside of Hopedale Medical Complex, your luck is about to change! The Candy Striper Gift Shop will be packing up the shop and heading to the HWC for this Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair. Please stop and see us!   The Hopedale Wellness Center (HWC) is located at 222 NW Gro

  Don't Delay, Register Today!   What to Do When the IDOR Comes to Your Door     Thursday, December 2, 2021