Events for July 2018
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
Jul 1    Wheaton's Golf History Trolley Tour
  • Wheaton’s Golf History Trolley Tour – take an hour long tour on a trolley to the sites of Wheaton’s golf past – locations of former golf courses, homes of golf architects, club makers, and golf pros, and learn about Wheaton’s unique and significant contributions to the development of golf in the USA.  The mashie-niblick (7 iron) and the flag & cup holder for the greens were invented here! 
  • There is a $10/person charge for the tour.  All tour participants will receive a Wheaton Golf History map with the locations marked. 
  • Tour dates are Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm and Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm. 
  • All tours will start and end at Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton. 
Tickets can be purchased at the Wheaton Public Library on:
Thursday, June 21 from 4-7pm
Friday, June 22 from 3 pm – 5 pm
Saturday June 23 from 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday June 30 from 1 pm – 4 pm
 

Please direct questions to the City of Wheaton Historic Commission at wheatonhistoriccommission@gmail.com
 
Date: July 1, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: All tours will start and end at
Arrowhead Golf Club,
26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton. 
EMail: wheatonhistoriccommission@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Tour dates are Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm and
Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm. 
Fees/Admission: $10 per person
Tickets can be purchased at the Wheaton Public Library on:

Thursday, June 21 from 4-7pm
Friday, June 22 from 3 pm – 5 pm
Saturday June 23 from 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday June 30 from 1 pm – 4 pm
Jul 7    Wheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm, April 14 – November 10

Bensidoun USA markets are recognized as some of the best outdoor markets in the Chicago suburbs. These family friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, live music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts, and freshly prepared delicacies from local vendors.

 
Date: July 7, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.bensidounmidwestmarkets.com/
Location: Municipal Parking Lot 3,
Main and Liberty
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm,
April 14 – November 10

 
Jul 8    Wheaton's Golf History Trolley Tour
  • Wheaton’s Golf History Trolley Tour – take an hour long tour on a trolley to the sites of Wheaton’s golf past – locations of former golf courses, homes of golf architects, club makers, and golf pros, and learn about Wheaton’s unique and significant contributions to the development of golf in the USA.  The mashie-niblick (7 iron) and the flag & cup holder for the greens were invented here! 
  • There is a $10/person charge for the tour.  All tour participants will receive a Wheaton Golf History map with the locations marked. 
  • Tour dates are Sunday, July 1, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm and Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm. 
  • All tours will start and end at Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton. 
Tickets can be purchased at the Wheaton Public Library on:
Thursday, June 21 from 4-7pm
Friday, June 22 from 3 pm – 5 pm
Saturday June 23 from 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday June 30 from 1 pm – 4 pm
 

Please direct questions to the City of Wheaton Historic Commission at wheatonhistoriccommission@gmail.com
 
Date: July 8, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: All tours will start and end at
Arrowhead Golf Club,
26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton. 
EMail: wheatonhistoriccommission@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 1:00 pm and 2:15 pm. 
Fees/Admission: $10 per person
Tickets can be purchased at the Wheaton Public Library on:

Thursday, June 21 from 4-7pm
Friday, June 22 from 3 pm – 5 pm
Saturday June 23 from 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday June 30 from 1 pm – 4 pm
Jul 10    Ribbon Cutting for eXp Realty-Sandy & Rich Crane
Date: July 10, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Wheaton Chamber of Commerce Office
108 E. Wesley Street
Wheaton 60187
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, July 10
9 - 10 am
Jul 10    Concert on the Park: Tom Sharpe
Mannheim Steamroller drummer Tom Sharpe's music is a percussive symphony. Blending his orchestral background with world music instrumentation, he creates a truly unique listening experience.
Date: July 10, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://wheatonlibrary.org/events/2018-07-10-190000-2018-07-10-203000/concert-park-tom-sharpe
Location: Wheaton Public Library
Concerts are held outdoors on the West Plaza. In the event of rain, concerts will be held inside the library. 
Contact: Courtney Tedrick
EMail: communityengagement@wheatonlibrary.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, July 10, 2018 - 7pm to 8:30 pm
Fees/Admission: No Fee, No Registration. Limited seating provided, please feel free to bring your own blankets or chairs.
Jul 11    Renee Powell Professional Golfer
Global golf ambassador and U.S. Women's Open participant, Renee Powell, speaks about her experience as a golf professional and her family's history in the game. Ms. Powell will share how she is changing the world through the game of golf by her family's legacy, junior golf programs and veteran golf programs for both men and women.
Date: July 11, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Website: http://wheatonlibrary.org/events/2018-07-11-150000-2018-07-11-163000/renee-powell-professional-golfer
Location: Wheaton Public Library
Large Meeting Room, Lower Level
Contact: Matt Binder
EMail: communityengagement@wheatonlibrary.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - 3:00pm  to 4:30pm
Fees/Admission: No Fee, Registration Required.
Jul 11    Vagabonding Around the World
Come along on Brian Michalski's 22-month solo backpacking journey of working and volunteering in Southeast Asia, Australia, India, Cuba and more. Get insider info about budgeting, utilizing travel apps, embracing culture shock, realities of hostel life, coping with inevitable setbacks, visa applications and more so that you, too, can travel like a pro.

Registration is required. Each attendee must be registered individually to be guaranteed a seat. In the event that this program becomes full, individuals on the waiting list may be seated (if seating is available) at the scheduled program start time.
Date: July 11, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://wheatonlibrary.org/events/2018-07-11-190000-2018-07-11-200000/vagabonding-around-world
Location: Wheaton Public Library
Large Meeting Room, Lower Level.
Contact: WPL Reference Desk
EMail: askref@wheatonlibrary.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, July 11, 2018 - 7pm to 8pm
Fees/Admission: No Fee, Registration Required
Jul 12    Young Professionals Network
Meet up with the Young Professionals Group to develop your own professional network, polish your conversational skills, meet interesting people and have some FUN!
All are welcome - invote your co-workers, friends and significant others.
Date: July 12, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Arrowhead Restaurant
26W151 Butterfield Rd.
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 12
5:30 - 7:00
Fees/Admission: FREE
Cash bar
Jul 13    [WEBINAR] 13 LEADERSHIP BLIND SPOTS

Includes: 30 minute training session and complimentary chapter of The Road to Excellence

Your trainer: Bill Bartlett, 25 year Sandler-veteran

Investment: FREE

As a leader, how many sleepless nights have you had as you aim to drive growth and profitability?

Most leaders work very, very hard. But no matter how hard they work, something important seems to be missing. They’ve fallen prey to the “Blind Spots Syndrome”.

In this 30-minute webinar you will learn:

  • The 13 common leadership blind spots and whether you’ve fallen prey to them
  • How to mitigate your specific blind spots to take your company from struggling or stable to best-in-class
  • 6 powerful leadership strategies to drive organizational excellence
  • The 4 leadership hats and your proper matrix

 

The “Blind Spots Syndrome” undermines or destroys too many businesses. If you want a better organization, become a better leader…

Date: July 13, 2018
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.corporatestrategies.sandler.com/resources/webinars/leadership-blindspots
Location: Corporate Strategies - this in an online event
EMail: lgoetting@sandler.com
Date/Time Details: July 13, 8:30-9am
Fees/Admission: free
Jul 13    Leadership Using the DISC Assessment
Rapid Learning Workshop Series

Leadership Using the DISC Assessment

July 13, 2018, 9am to 12pm
  • Attendees complete a DISC assessment, review their results, and understand their preferred leadership style.
  • Learn how to read others and determine their preferred styles.
  • Develop strategies to leverage the diversity of styles in the workplace and how to use these to optimize performance. 
 
BUILD CRITICAL SUCCESS SKILLS WITH US—In a Hurry!
 
RAPID LEARNING WORKSHOP SERIES sponsored by the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce and The Corporate Learning Institute. The series of 3-hour training sessions designed to help you build skills critical to your business success. Each session provides research-based content, tips and tools that will help your development, and an action plan to ensure you can implement your new learning. Select the workshops that are right for you!
 
Workshop Topic                                                            2018 Workshop Date
   
   
   
Emotional Intelligence for Leaders August 17
Create your Purpose Branding Statement September 14
Coaching & Feedback Masterclass October 19
Turning Conflict into an Asset    November 16
Business Planning and Financial Success December 14
Managing Time and Priorities January 11, 2019
Managing Meetings Effectively  February 8
Mindfulness: The key to improved performance March 15th
Moving from Good to Great   April 12
Date: July 13, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
108 E. Wesley
Wheaton, IL  60187
Contact: Susan Cain
EMail: scain@corplearning.com
Date/Time Details: Friday, July 13, 2018
9am to 12pm
 
Fees/Admission: $99 each session
Discounts available if you enroll for multiple sessions
Jul 14    Wheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm, April 14 – November 10

Bensidoun USA markets are recognized as some of the best outdoor markets in the Chicago suburbs. These family friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, live music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts, and freshly prepared delicacies from local vendors.

 
Date: July 14, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.bensidounmidwestmarkets.com/
Location: Municipal Parking Lot 3,
Main and Liberty
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm,
April 14 – November 10

 
Jul 17    Roast & Toast Committee Meeting
Join the planning committee for one of the Chamber's most popular event! Meet us at Wok 'N Fire at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, July 17th to find out what all the fuss is about. RSVP to let us know you are coming, or just show up! 
Date: July 17, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Wok 'n Fire    
120 E Liberty Dr
Wheaton, IL 60187
 (630) 665-1440
Contact: Mary Deveney
EMail: marycarol@wheatonchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, July 17th, 2018
5:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Free!
Jul 17    Biz Books
Business and Career coach Vickie Austin highlights new and classic business books for busy executives, employees, and entrepreneurs. Don't worry if you haven't read the book! 

This month's review: Spark: How to Lead Yourself and Others to Greater Success by Angie Morgan

Co-sponsored by the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce and CHOICES Worldwide.
Date: July 17, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: https://www.wheatonlibrary.org/events/2018-03-20-190000-2018-03-20-210000/biz-books-review
Location: Meet in Meeting Room H on 2nd floor near Business Resource Center. 
Contact: Business Resource Center
EMail: brc@wheatonlibrary.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free,
Please register online.
Jul 18    SCORE Roundtable: Is What I Offer Better than the Competition?
Come to our July SCORE Roundtable! Businesses fall in love with the features of their products and services, touting advantages that the customer should love too. Customers don't buy products or services - they buy the benefits they get from the purchase. How do you sell the benefits - and are they important to the customer and better than the competition? Share, listen and learn in a lively discussion with your peers about how to define and project your value proposition.
Date: July 18, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://wheatonlibrary.org/events/2018-07-18-183000-2018-07-18-203000/score-roundtable-what-i-offer-better-competition
Location: Meeting Room H, 2nd Floor
 
Contact: Meghan Haddad-Null
EMail: brc@wheatonlibrary.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, July 18, 2018 - 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Fees/Admission: No Fee, Registration Required.
Jul 19    2018 July Membership Luncheon - "Lead.Sell.Inspire...."
"Lead. Sell. Inspire....Through the Art of Strategic Storytelling"

With Jenny Riddle

Harness the irresistible power of strategic storytelling, your greatest secret weapon to grab attention, influence others, and inspire people to action.  Storytelling is the most persuasive and readily available tool for capturing and maintaining attention in the 21 C. marketplace. This is true for individuals, non-profits, small businesses, and major corporations.  Everyone has the ability to tell stories, and I can teach you how. Fast-track your organization from good to great…one story at a time. 
 
Did you know?
*  Stories are remembered far longer than facts.
Oxytocin is raised when listening to a story, and oxytocin promotes empathy, cooperation, and trust.
People are more likely to support a cause after listening to a story.
A mission statement is not a story.
*  You may not think you have stories, but you do.
 
Your organization would rise above the rest if your team members:
*  Learned to tell persuasive, relevant stories that attract customers, clients, or donors.
*  Realized that those who share good stories have a powerful advantage over others.
*  Replaced meaningless jargon and cliches with well-told stories.
*  Embraced the idea that the best pitch is a well-told story.
*  Capitalized on the proven fact that stories are more memorable than facts.
*  Utilized storytelling to unite people around a cause.
Date: July 19, 2018
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Choun's
226 W Front St
Wheaton
Contact: Mary Carol Deveney
EMail: marycarol@wheatonchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 19th
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
 
Jul 19    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.
 
July 19th Topic:

Handbills and Elevator Pitches

Presenter:

Presenter: Sarah Breithaupt. Job Club handbills and elevator pitches are important tools for success in networking and landing your next job. But what makes them effective and memorable? Sarah will review what works and how to best engage others to actively and concretely support your search. This presentation is for those who are unsure where to start as well as well as experienced networkers who want to rework and refresh their pitches.



*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: July 19, 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
Jul 20    Master Your Membership
To make your membership work for your business, you need to use the benefits and tools available to you! We will discuss and demonstrate the ones available to you based on what you want to accomplish for your business. 
You will be more confident using the member information center, have new ideas for elevating your business and meet fellow Chamber members!
Date: July 20, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Wheaton Chamber Board Room
108 E. Wesley Street
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Friday, July 20
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Fees/Admission: Complementary
Jul 20    Girls Night Out at First Pres Wheaton

Join us for a Girls Night Out!

Enjoy a fun time to connect with other women on Friday, July 20, 7- 9 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton. The cost is only $10 per person or just $5 per person if you bring a guest. Invite your friends, neighbors, and coworkers. All are welcome! Bring your favorite appetizer, and we’ll provide the mocktails!

Please RSVP by July 15, and let us know if you need childcare. You can pay by cash or check and register by calling the church office at 630-668-5147 or online. For more information contact: Maryanne Kyle or Angela Stephenson at 630-200-2533.

Date: July 20, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.firstpreswheaton.org
Location:

First Presbyterian Church, 715 N Carlton Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187-4020, Phone: 630-668-5147.

Contact: Maryanne Kyle at mkdp@jjkd.com or Angela Stephenson at 630-200-2533.
EMail: office@firstpreswheaton.org
Date/Time Details:

Friday, July 20, 2018, 7 - 9 p.m.

Fees/Admission:

$10 per person or just $5 per person if you bring a guest.

Jul 21    Wheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm, April 14 – November 10

Bensidoun USA markets are recognized as some of the best outdoor markets in the Chicago suburbs. These family friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, live music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts, and freshly prepared delicacies from local vendors.

 
Date: July 21, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.bensidounmidwestmarkets.com/
Location: Municipal Parking Lot 3,
Main and Liberty
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm,
April 14 – November 10

 
Jul 24    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: July 24, 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
Jul 24    Checking Your Business's Digital Footprint

Matt Chiera, founder and CEO of Ice Nine Online, will guide us through a hands-on check up of your company's digital footprint.

Matt is also the author of a new book Digital Marketers Sound Off which is available now on Amazon!
Date: July 24, 2018
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Wheaton Chamber Conference Room
108 E. Wesley Street
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, July 24
5:00 - 6:30 
 
Fees/Admission: FREE! But seats are limited!
Jul 25    Ribbon Cutting for Naperville Senior Center Adult Day Services
Please join the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce for a Christmas in July Ribbon Cutting and Business After Hours at Naperville Senior Center, Adult Day Services.

Come Visit and tour Naperville Senior Center's state of the art Adult Day Service Community. Meet friends, make new friends and build relationships.

The reason for this season celebration is to drum up ways to help Chamber Members improve results; that's right, Networking!

Plenty of Christmas Food, Beverage and Music will be provided.
 
Open to the public.
Cost: Free
Date: July 25, 2018, 5:30-7:30pm
Location: 1504 N Naper Blvd., Naperville IL 60563 (3 Miles South of Danada Square, Wheaton, on Naper Blvd.)
Date: July 25, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Naperville Senior Center Adult Day Services
1504 N Naper Blvd Suite 120

Naperville, IL 60563
Date/Time Details: July 25th 5:30-7-30pm
Jul 26    Kane County Cougars Outing
Meet us at the Ball Game!
Wheaton Chamber & 
Glen Ellyn Chamber
are TEAM CHAMBER

It's Thirsty Thursday: $1 selected beers
FIREWORKS after the game


$35 admission ticket includes
All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
Hot Dogs, Burgers, Bratwurst & Chicken Breast
Accompanied with Potato Salad, Fruit Salad, Chips
Cookie & Brownie Tray
Assorted Pepsi Products & Aquafina Bottled Water
Date: July 26, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Kane County Cougars
34W002 Cherry Lane
Geneva, IL 60164
630.578.6258
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 26th, 2018
Fees/Admission: $35 per person
$5 discounted parking if purchased ahead    
Jul 27    [Webinar] Selling Professional Services - Overcoming the Stigma of Selling

Do you find yourself constantly discounting your products/services to beat out your competitors?

Discover how to integrate the same creative, organizational, analytical, and communication skills required by your profession into effective processes and systems to identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities.

In this 30-minute webinar you will learn how to:

  • Gain the upper hand during sales calls and prevent unpaid consulting
  • Balance your professional expertise with their goal of finding more clients
  • Create an effective professional business development plan
  • Move from Vendor to Strategic Advisor status with their clients
  • Shorten your sales cycle by avoiding time wasters and unqualified prospects

90% of attendees have tripled their profits by putting these tactics into action on a consistent basis.

 

Includes: 30 minute training session and complimentary chapter of Selling Professional Services the Sandler Way

Your trainer: Rich Austin, highly-regarded Sandler sales trainer and coach

Investment: FREE

Date: July 27, 2018
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.corporatestrategies.sandler.com/resources/webinars/sales-stigma
Location: Online Event    
Contact: Lindsay Goetting
EMail: lgoetting@sandler.com
Date/Time Details: 8:30-9am
Fees/Admission: Free
Jul 28    Wheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm, April 14 – November 10

Bensidoun USA markets are recognized as some of the best outdoor markets in the Chicago suburbs. These family friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, live music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts, and freshly prepared delicacies from local vendors.

 
Date: July 28, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.bensidounmidwestmarkets.com/
Location: Municipal Parking Lot 3,
Main and Liberty
Downtown Wheaton
Date/Time Details: Saturdays, 8 am – 2 pm,
April 14 – November 10