| Feb 1 Young Professionals Group February Meeting |
| The Wheaton Chamber Young Professionals Group invites you and your co-workers and friends to join them for their first get together of 2018! |
| Date: |
February 1, 2018 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Arrowhead Golf Club & Restaurant
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| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 1
5:30 - 7:00 pm
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| Feb 3 NAMI Basics Class |
Class is held at NAMI DuPage in the Community Center in Wheaton.
Class meets weekly on Saturdays for 6 weeks.
NAMI Basics is a free, 6-week education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or whom have already been diagnosed. NAMI Basics is offered in a group setting so you can connect with other people face-to-face.
You'll learn the facts about mental health conditions and how best to support your child at home, at school and when they're getting medical care. Last year, 99% of participants told us they would recommend the program to other parents.
The course is taught by a trained team with lived experience—they know what you're going through because they've been there. The 6-session program provides critical strategies for taking care of your child and learning the ropes of recovery.
What You’ll Gain
At NAMI Basics, you'll find out that you're not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting of NAMI Basics provides mutual support and shared positive impact—you can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation. You also can help others with your own experience.
NAMI Basics covers:
Managing crises, solving problems and communicating effectively
How to take care of yourself and handle stress
Developing the confidence and stamina to support your child with compassion
Advocating for your child's rights at school and in health care settings
Sample Record Keeping System
Learning about current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
Gaining an overview of the public mental health care, school and juvenile justice systems and supporting resources to help you navigate these systems
Understanding the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on your entire family |
| Date: |
February 3, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://namidupage.org/events/basics-1132018-to-2172018-saturdays-10am-to-1230pm-in-wheaton-community-center/ |
| Location: |
NAMI DuPage
The Community Center
115 N County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Meredith Kober, 630-752-0066 |
| EMail: |
m.kober@namidupage.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
1/13/17-2/17/18, 10-12:30pm
Meets weekly on Saturdays. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 6 2018 February Business After Hours |
2018 10th Annual Best of Wheaton
Ballot Announcement &
Business After Hours
5:00 - 7:00 pm
120 N Hale St., Downtown Wheaton
Find out who is on the Ballot for the
2018 Best of Wheaton Awards
Networking * Appetizers * Cash Bar
(appetizers compliments of Ivy)
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| Date: |
February 6, 2018 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Ivy Restaurant
120 N. Hale Street
Downtown Wheaton |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
5 - 7 p.m. |
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| Feb 8 Know the Ten Signs - Early Detection Matters |
The warning signs of Alzheimer's disease are often dismissed as side effects of normal aging. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavoiral changes, it's time to learn the facts. Attend this training to learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease. Light refreshments will be served.
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter |
| Date: |
February 8, 2018 |
| Time: |
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://travanseliving.com |
| Location: |
Travanse Living at Wheaton
219 E. Parkway Drive
Wheaton |
| Contact: |
630-752-0644 |
| EMail: |
kfezzuoglio@travanseliving.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 8, 2018
1-2:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Registration is required. Register by calling 847.933.2413 or online at alz.org/illinois |
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| Feb 9 ESSE Adult Day Services Benefit Dinner |
| A Celebration of ESSE's 36 years of touching lives providing Adult Day Services. This Benefit Dinner will be held at Maggiano's 1847 Freedom Drive in Naperville. Dinner will be served family style and there will be a Silent Auction an Raffle. |
| Date: |
February 9, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Location: |
Maggiano's- 1847 Freedom Drive, Naperville |
| Contact: |
Cathy Davit -630.260.3773 |
| EMail: |
esseadultdaycare@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday February 9, 2018 at 6;30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
$100 per person |
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| Feb 10 NAMI Basics Class |
Class is held at NAMI DuPage in the Community Center in Wheaton.
Class meets weekly on Saturdays for 6 weeks.
NAMI Basics is a free, 6-week education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or whom have already been diagnosed. NAMI Basics is offered in a group setting so you can connect with other people face-to-face.
You'll learn the facts about mental health conditions and how best to support your child at home, at school and when they're getting medical care. Last year, 99% of participants told us they would recommend the program to other parents.
The course is taught by a trained team with lived experience—they know what you're going through because they've been there. The 6-session program provides critical strategies for taking care of your child and learning the ropes of recovery.
What You’ll Gain
At NAMI Basics, you'll find out that you're not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting of NAMI Basics provides mutual support and shared positive impact—you can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation. You also can help others with your own experience.
NAMI Basics covers:
Managing crises, solving problems and communicating effectively
How to take care of yourself and handle stress
Developing the confidence and stamina to support your child with compassion
Advocating for your child's rights at school and in health care settings
Sample Record Keeping System
Learning about current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
Gaining an overview of the public mental health care, school and juvenile justice systems and supporting resources to help you navigate these systems
Understanding the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on your entire family |
| Date: |
February 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://namidupage.org/events/basics-1132018-to-2172018-saturdays-10am-to-1230pm-in-wheaton-community-center/ |
| Location: |
NAMI DuPage
The Community Center
115 N County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Meredith Kober, 630-752-0066 |
| EMail: |
m.kober@namidupage.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
1/13/17-2/17/18, 10-12:30pm
Meets weekly on Saturdays. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 10 MOJO & The Bayout Gypsies |
| Pure Americana at its best! Mister Mojo is a wildly charismatic performer with international acclaim and fans across America. His music reflects the Louisiana and Cajun Zydeco tradition as well as New Orleans two steps and rock'n'roll and blues rhythms. Come enjoy Red Hot Mojo Music that's sure to bring you to your feet! |
| Date: |
February 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.atthemac.org/events/mojo-bayou-gypsies/ |
| Location: |
McAninch Arts Center
425 Fawell Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 |
| Contact: |
Box Office: 630-492-4000 |
| EMail: |
chambersa@cod.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, Feb. 10 / 7:30P |
| Fees/Admission: |
$48
$53 Gold Circle |
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| Feb 15 2018 February Monthly Membership Luncheon - Instantly Optimize Your Organization |
Sponsored by
Three Ways to Instantly Optimize Your OrganizationThe experts from Corporate Learning Institute will enable you to:
1. Create or improve an engaging Purpose Statement for your business.
3. Take away TWO new tools to build a Positive Culture
If you are a member of any group striving towards a common goal, this presentation will be of value for you!
HERE'S THE WHOLE PRESENTATION
Presented by Dr. Susan Cain and William Johnson of Corporate Learning Institute
Click here to learn more about Susan and Tim
This is our first event with new member Cooper's Corner! Come see all that Steve and his staff have to offer!
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| Date: |
February 15, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Cooper's Corner
27W150 Roosevelt Rd., Winfield, IL |
| Contact: |
Mary Carol Deveney
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| EMail: |
marycarol@wheatonchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, Feb.15, 2018
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
$25 advanced registration discounted price for members and their guests until 48 hours before the event
$35 advanced registration for future members until 48 hours before the event
$40 for late registration and walk-ins
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| Feb 15 Jobs Driven Networking Group |
Job leads * Future employees * Expand networks * Sharpen skills
Join us every 3rd Thursday at the Mason's building downtown Wheaton (120 W. Wesley) to learn advanced networking tactics, while Job Seekers find leads, Job Givers (employers) share jobs, and everyone builds their network for current, and future career advancement.
This monthly networking group is free to attend, and relevant for people from all industries and job types.
Each presenter will close each meeting with an exercise for the attendees to use with each other after leaving to help strengthen their networks. This is a very real opportunity to build a trusted network in your community!
New feature!! $40 Digital Headshots for LinkedIn, Business Cards, and other digital media.
Immediately after our meeting we will be taking digital headshots for job seekers with professional lighting, a backdrop, camera, and a Photoshop expert to produce quality images. For a donation of $40 to Wheaton Lodge 269 (cash only), you will get a headshot for LinkedIn, and a template to use it for Vistaprint Business Cards.
Pictures will be from 1pm to 2pm, so please indicate if you want a headshot when you RSVP. Thank you!
Sponsors: www.SpeedUpMyJobSearch.com & Wheaton Masonic Lodge 269.
| February 15th Topic: |
Surfing the Waves of Workplace Change
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| Presenter: |
Presenter: Jim Fergle, Manager of Employment Services at Worknet DuPage. As a Job Search Strategist & Tactician, a Career Development Coach, a Job Search Trainer, and a Job Club Facilitator, Jim will share his knowledge and expertise to improve your networking skills and enhance your job search.
*For SpeedUpMyJobSearch.com Members who cannot attend, we will record this seminar and include it the JDNG Job Club section under the Resources tab. |
Please RSVP at http://www.DriveStaff.com/JDNG |
| Date: |
February 15, 2018 |
| Time: |
12:10 PM - 12:50 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.drivestaff.com/jdng |
| Location: |
120 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Paul Cameron, 630-941-3748 ext. 114, paul@drivestaff.com |
| EMail: |
paul@drivestaff.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Every 3rd Thursday from 12:10pm to 12:50pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 16 Not For Profit Network February Meeting |
We will watch and discuss "Structuring the Emotional Story"
first presented at the 2017 Storytelling Conference in San Diego.
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| Date: |
February 16, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: |
Wheaton CHamber Office
108 E. Wesley Street
Wheaton |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, February 16
8:30 - 10:00 AM |
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| Feb 17 NAMI Basics Class |
Class is held at NAMI DuPage in the Community Center in Wheaton.
Class meets weekly on Saturdays for 6 weeks.
NAMI Basics is a free, 6-week education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or whom have already been diagnosed. NAMI Basics is offered in a group setting so you can connect with other people face-to-face.
You'll learn the facts about mental health conditions and how best to support your child at home, at school and when they're getting medical care. Last year, 99% of participants told us they would recommend the program to other parents.
The course is taught by a trained team with lived experience—they know what you're going through because they've been there. The 6-session program provides critical strategies for taking care of your child and learning the ropes of recovery.
What You’ll Gain
At NAMI Basics, you'll find out that you're not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting of NAMI Basics provides mutual support and shared positive impact—you can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation. You also can help others with your own experience.
NAMI Basics covers:
Managing crises, solving problems and communicating effectively
How to take care of yourself and handle stress
Developing the confidence and stamina to support your child with compassion
Advocating for your child's rights at school and in health care settings
Sample Record Keeping System
Learning about current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
Gaining an overview of the public mental health care, school and juvenile justice systems and supporting resources to help you navigate these systems
Understanding the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on your entire family |
| Date: |
February 17, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://namidupage.org/events/basics-1132018-to-2172018-saturdays-10am-to-1230pm-in-wheaton-community-center/ |
| Location: |
NAMI DuPage
The Community Center
115 N County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Contact: |
Meredith Kober, 630-752-0066 |
| EMail: |
m.kober@namidupage.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
1/13/17-2/17/18, 10-12:30pm
Meets weekly on Saturdays. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 21 Open for Business: Create a Seamless Online Experience for Your Customers |
Open for Business:
Create a Positive Online Experience for Real World Customers
with experts from Facebook, Constant Contact, and Square
You will learn how to create a seamless online experience
for your customers. Bring your laptop or tablet
This event is FREE but we need to know you are coming.
AGENDA
11:30 - 11:45 Square
Keeping Your Business Competitive
Keep your business competitive, cater to your customers, grow your base with an online presence, and reach your customers anytime, anywhere. ~Zach Ashley
11:45 - 12:00 Google
Create A Positive Experience For Online Shoppers
Consumers are turning to their smartphones to research and make purchase decisions. We'll introduce best practices for creating a frictionless shopping experience to help turn shoppers into customers. ~Stasia Kudrez
12:00 - 12:15 Facebook
A Positive Online Experience for Real-World Customers
When your brick-and-mortar business goes online, you can reach even more people and expand your business across the country-and the world. Facebook is giving you the tips to go global. ~Amelia Rossi
12:15 - 12:30 Constant Contact
How to Drive New and Repeat Business with Email
More and more people are turning to their mobile devices when shopping. Will they find your business when they go looking? What will their experience be like once they find you? And how will you regularly encourage new and repeat business? Find out how email can help you reach customers in their inbox and beyond to build relationships and grow your business.~ Dave Charest
We'll be taking a questions for the Q&A via the comments section of the Facebook Live broadcast
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| Date: |
February 21, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Location: |
Wheaton Public Library - Meeting Room H
225 N. Cross Street
Downtown Wheaton |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 21
11:30 - 1:30 |
| Fees/Admission: |
FREE
RSVP required |
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| Feb 24 DuPage Area STEM Expo |
Inspire the next generation of STEM professionals
Join us at the DuPage Area STEM Expo (formerly known as DuPage Area Engineers Week) for an interactive exploration into science, technology, engineering and math. Over 50 displays, presentations, projects to take home and activities for school age children, grades K – 12.
The DuPage Area STEM Expo, in conjunction with national Engineers Week, is a specialized event designed to promote the awareness of professional and educational opportunities provided among engineering and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields.
Some things to do at the Expo:
- Explore the explosive power of Nitrogen and cryogenics at the infamous Mr. Freeze show
- Visit this hands-on shake table and construct an “earthquake resistant” LEGO® skyscraper
- NEW! Construct a Nakamura Lock Paper Airplane with Engineering for Kids
- Experience a hands-on modern fire detection and alarm simulation
- Join Engineering for Kids, DuPage Children’s Museum, Zoom into Engineering, LEGO® Robotics , SPARK and more for hands-on STEM exploration activities!
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| Date: |
February 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Website: |
https://appliedtech.iit.edu/stemexpo |
| Location: |
IIT Rice Campus
201 East Loop Road
Wheaton, IL 60189 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 24, 2018
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
Complimentary admission and parking |
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| Feb 24 Clare Woods Academy 4th Annual Family Bowl |
Come join us for an awesome time of bowling, pizza and prizes!!
$20 per person and $40 for a family includes two games per person, shoes, pizza, salad and soft drinks.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. In-kind contributions are also welcomed and will be used as raffle prizes.
Since 1968, the mission of Clare Woods Academy has remained constant...to assist the learning and developmentally disabled youth and adults to become self-sufficient and self-directed in areas of personal growth, general health, education, social and emotional well-being and functional living skills.
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| Date: |
February 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Location: |
Fox Bowl
1101 Butterfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189 |
| Contact: |
Michael J. Gresk |
| EMail: |
mgresk@blcinc.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Noon - 2 p.m |
| Fees/Admission: |
$20 per person
$40 per family |
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| Feb 24 Virtue Salon & Spa GRAND OPENING! |
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| Date: |
February 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
616 Childs Street
Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Date/Time Details: |
February 24
4 - 7 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
All Are Welcome! Bring a Friend! |
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| Feb 27 Women In Business Committee Meeting |
Women who are members of this committee place great value on the relationships they develop with other businesswomen. Because of those relationships they accomplish great things together and grow their business while also developing professionally.
There are opportunities to:
Expand your network to include more Chamber members, especially women, and connect with Women In Business groups in neighboring chambers.
Develop relationships with other businesses as you learn more about them
Make connections and promote partnerships between Chamber members
Contribute to the development of programs and events which focus on the particular needs and interests of women in business.
Women in Business meet at 8:30 am on the 4th Tuesday of each month |
| Date: |
February 27, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
301 W. Roosevelt Rd. |
| Contact: |
Vickie Austin |
| EMail: |
president@wheatonchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
4th Tuesday of the Month |
| Fees/Admission: |
No Fee |
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| Feb 28 Abbington Wedding Showcase |
Please join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while taking a tour of our facility and our NEW outdoor patio, meeting our staff, and seeing what the Abbington has to offer in creating memorable wedding receptions.
Reservations Required. All Attendees Must Register. Space is limited. |
| Date: |
February 28, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.abbingtonbanquets.com/upcoming-events/ |
| Location: |
The Abbington is conveniently located in Glen Ellyn,
just west of Chicago near Interstate 88 and 355 toll roads |
| Contact: |
Sales Office |
| EMail: |
info@abbingtonbanquets.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday February 28th ~ 6:00pm to 9:00pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Complimentary |
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