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153 South State Street

PO Box 157

Hampshire Illinois 60140

phone: 847.683.1122

fax: 847.683.1146

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IN THIS ISSUE

February Membership

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Membership Renewal

Welcome New Member

2012 Home & Garden

Expo

Santa Comes to

Hampshire

Holiday Gala

2011 After Hour Mixers

2012 Membership

Meetings

Presidents Message -

Lynn Acker

Ater Hours Mixer

2012 Committees

Jan Membership

Meeting

Featured Business

SPONSORS

UPCOMING EVENTS

February Membership Meeting Who: Sybil Ege, IL SBDC at Elgin Community College What: Comprehensive Business Assesment When: Feb 15th 11:30am - registration & networking noon - meeting Where: Red Ox Resturant Cost: $13 (TBA) Comprehensive Business Assessment this is a 36 point inspection that evaluates key business functions to determine how well your business is doing, including recommendations to remedy identified problems. Please RSVP by Monday, Feb 13th, by calling the Chamber office at 847-683-1122, email, or registering online (non-refundable after this date). (You can send yourself a reminder when registering online.)

Membership Renewal Don't forget to send in your membership renewal to take advantage of the many benefits and membership opportunities provided by the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce. Here are just a few of your membership benefits.

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Platinum

Van Vlissingen & Co. ~(Developer of Brier Hill

Crossing)

Silver

Dunkin Donuts Pella Window & Doors Ryland Homes

Food Pantry

The Burlington-Hampshire Food Pantry is in need of mayo, ketchup/mustard, sugar, coffee, juice concentrates, canned & powered milk, cereal, chili, complete meals, crackers, canned meats, noodles, rice side dishes, and personal items. February distribution date is February 20th at their new location at 147 Mill Ave.

2012 Board of Directors

Lynn Acker, President Faithway Baptist Church 847-683-1334

Megan Adams, Vice President Citzens First National Bank 847-683-4444 Art Zwemke, Secretary Robert Arthur Land Company 630-879-8703 Tony Byrne, Treasurer Blue fin Blinds, Shades & Shutters

847-669-5410

Diana Chartier, Director Travelex International 847-519-4783

Sheldon Clark, Director Edward Jones Huntley 847-669-7049

Wendy Harries, Director Fifth Third Bank 847-683-5430

Networking: Monthly Membership Luncheons & Mixers provide an excellent opportunity to reinforce existing relationships and establish new business ties. Special Events & Programs:The Chamber has committees that are planning community based activities such as our annual Golf Outing, June Street Dance, and Santa Comes to Hampshire, a seasonal tradition for area families. News & Information: Stay on top of local news and emerging developments with postings at the Chamber's Web site, weekly e-mail blasts and our monthly newsletter. Committees: The Chamber provides opportunities to join committees that gives everyone a chance to share your talents while promoting your business and building valuable contacts. Advertising & Marketing: Grow your business with a variety of promotional options such as:

� Banner ads at the Chamber Web site � Placement in the Chamber's professionally designed annual

Area Guide & Business Directory � Advertisements through your own page on the Chamber Web site -

create Hot Deals to share with fellow members and community � Street Banners in Hampshire � Ribbon Cuttings � Business Card & Brochure Display

Annual Home & Garden Expo: This special opportunity will bring over 1000 local residents to one location where you can market your products and services. Advertising provided via radio, newspaper, flyers, signage, etc. This years event will be held on March 17 & 18th, 2012 at the Hampshire High school. We appreciate your membership and look forward to serving your business needs in 2012. The renewal application can be found here

Welcome New Chamber Member Please welcome our newest members: Casey's General Store 820 Warner Hampshire IL Dunkin Donuts 1000 S State St Hampshire IL Contact: Sam Patel Phone: 847-683-7946 Juice Plus+

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Carol Schrey, Director Ella Johnson Public Library 847-683-4490

Mary Hill, Past President Shaklee, Independent Distributor 847-683-1702

48 W 228 IL Route 72 Hampshire IL Contact: Cindy Boncosky Phone: 630-202-3058 Ryland Homes 1141 E Main St E Dundee IL 60118 Contact: Michelle Holm Phone: 224 293-3143

2012 Home & Garden Expo On March 17 and 18, the Chamber will hold the fifth annual Home & Garden Expo at the Hampshire High School on Big Timber Rd. Don't miss this opportunity to join the 25 vendors signed up for this fantastic two day event. This year we will continue the theme "Go Green, Save Green". On Saturday, we are planning another recycling activity and we will have a cooking demonstration by Kelly Donlea owner and founder of Organizing Dinner. On Sunday, Mark Moran from the Antique Roadshow will be doing appraisals from 11:30-2:30. There is still time to register for your booth and becoming an event sponsor. The Expo will be advertised on radio, through the website/facebook, posters, flyers, 60 yard signs covering the surrounding area as well as many banners strategically placed for maximum exposure.

Sign up today to take advantage of this excellent opportunity to showcase your business to the

surrounding communities!!

Please click here to open the form.

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Santa Comes to Hampshire The 2011 Santa Comes to Hampshire event was a huge success. All the kids and their families enjoyed visiting Santa, playing 'reindeer' games, making holiday crafts, watching live entertainment, and visiting the animals in the nativity petting zoo. Back for its second year was "Lunch with Santa" allowing kids extra time with the big guy himself. There was also a little something for everyone while shopping at the annual craft show. Many people contributed to the event, so we would like to give thanks to them. Special thanks to our committee: ~Michelle Kollins, Fox Valley Region Jaycees ~Megan Adams, Citizens First National Bank ~Robbi Burklow, Burklow Properties ~Jenni Rado, First American Bank ~Katie Mathson, The Traveling Vineyard Thanks to our sponsors: ~Van Vlissingen and Co - developers of Brier Hill Crossing ~Northern Kane Educational Group - School's Out & Cambridge Studios ~Elgilor Specialty Metals ~Napa Auto Parts ~Provena & Dr. M. Ali ~State Rep. Tim Schmitz ~Hampshire Orthodontics - Dr. Robert Bronski ~W.R. Meadows ~Citizens First National Bank ~Unlimited Performance ~Zion United Methodist Church Thanks also to our crafters, entertainers, and vendors for joining us again this year! Without you we would not have an event. Last but not least a BIG thank you to the many volunteers we had to make this event so successful! See everyone in December 2012!

Little ones shared their wish list with Santa

Holiday Gala HAMPSHIRE CHAMBER TOY GALA We tried something new and different this year for our annual holiday party. Our entire purpose was to raise money

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for toys for needy children in the Hampshire area. Many area businesses donated money to purchase these toys and we also sold raffle tickets to win a lap top computer and an Ipad. The dinner event was held at Squeelers, our new Hampshire party center on Route 20. Aproximately 50 people attended the event on December 9th. Many thanks to the Gala committee and a special thanks to Jeanne Maki for allowing us to use her new facility. Additional thanks to the police department and the fire department for helping the chamber with this project. Lynn Klein- Century 21 New Heritage

2012 After Hour Mixers If you are interested in hosting an After Hours Mixer in 2012, please contact the Chamber at 847-683-1122. February 28th- Ryland Homes April 24th- Burlington-Hampshire Food Pantry July 24th- EverGreen Landscape

2012 Membership Meetings February 15, 11:30am - Small Business Development Center, Sybil Ege May 16, 11:30am - Tracking your advertising "Get your moneys worth", Darby Dwyer September 19, 11:30am - Kane County State's Attorney, Joe McMahon November 21, 11:30am - State of the Village Address, Jeff Magnussen

Presidents Message - Lynn Acker, Faithway Baptist

Church

The chamber welcomes- Dunkin Donuts and Casey's General Store to the Hampshire Area. Dunkin Donuts is already open and work is progressing on Casey's. To grow and prosper, these businesses need the support of local residents. The Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and non-profit organizations by providing educational, networking, and advertising

opportunities. These opportunities include participation on chamber committees, attendance at mixers and educational luncheons, and participation in major events. Each of these provides an opportunity to learn, to tell others about your business, and to obtain valuable leads or contacts. The chamber currently needs members for the Street Dance, Area Guide, and Golf Outing. Please consider serving on one of these committees by

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contacting Bonnie at 847 683 1122. If you would like to hold a mixer to showcase your business, please contact the chamber office. The chamber is also preparing to host the annual Home and Garden Expo (March 17 and 18) at the Hampshire High School. This event will attract over 1,000 visitors. Space is still available but limited. Thank you for joining the chamber. If you have not met Bonnie, please stop by the chamber office and meet our new executive director. If you have a suggestion for the chamber, please share this with Bonnie or any of the chamber directors. Lynn Acker is a member of Faithway Baptist Church, 195 E Washington Ave., Hampshire. Married to Karen in 1964, Lynn has three grown children and five grandchildren. Lynn retired from Sears Holding after 44 years and currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at Judson University, Rockford Career College, and Rockford YWCA. Lynn and Karen serve as TAP volunteers at the Hampshire Elementary School. Lynn may be reached by e-mail @ [email protected].

After Hours Mixer- Burklow Properties

Burklow Properties held our January After Hours Mixer at the Hampshire Professional Center. New Chamber members were able to start meeting other Chamber members. An overview of the Burklow Properties includes: Hampshire Professional Center is located at 895 S State St. Hampshire Professional Center offers the perfect fit for medical offices and medium to small business owners. Located in growing, Hampshire, it is the answer for high quality medical, retail or office build outs. Hampshire Commons at 101-133 W. Oak Knoll Dr. Hampshire Commons is quickly becoming Hampshire's premiere commercial real estate center. It's prime location, growing community and superior amenities make it attractive to business owners. For more information contact Bruce Burklow at 847-683-2258. Their office is located at 118 E Oak Knoll Drive.

Attendees enjoy the After Hours Mixer at Burklow

Properties.

2012 Committees- WE NEED YOU!!

Want a method to get involved with the community and the Chamber? Volunteer by joining a committee! Below is a quick summary of each: Strategic Planning Committee- Work with long-term goals of the

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chamber and the relationship with the Hampshire Village. Banners- Get creative and help make a new banner design for 2012 that will be located downtown and on Rt 72. Street Dance- This is a popular summer kick-off held in June downtown Hampshire - help us to have another successful event for the community. Area Guide - This is a very important booklet that provides membership as well as community information to Hampshire residence and the surrounding area. We are always striving to make this book better every year. This project is completed by July. Golf Outing - Do you love the game of golf? Then join us in organizing our Annual Chamber Golf Outing for our members and guests. The outing is held in August. Santa Comes To Hampshire- Join us in bringing smiles to the children in the area by helping to be Santa to town. This community event is held the first Sunday in December at Hampshire Middle School. Holiday Gala - This is the largest Chamber member event of the year. In 2011 the committee also added more value to the event by doing a Toy Drive for Hampshire families in need of help during the holidays. Everyone is welcome to participate on a committee - just select one that is the right fit for you and call Bonnie at the office for more details. Sign up today!

Membership Meeting January's Chamber of Commerce speaker offered tips on an activity people do three to six times a day: Eat. Cathy O'Shea, dietician with Sherman Hospital, spoke on "Healthy Eating in the Workplace" at the monthly chamber meeting Jan. 18 at the Hampshire Park District. While dining on build-your-own-salads from Rosati's, members guessed the sugar content of a dozen popular bottled beverages. Water and milk were correctly chosen as the choices lowest in sugar while Sunkist orange soda was the highest in sugar, higher than Gatorade, chocolate milk and Mountain Dew. "If you learn anything today, it's to try to follow a low-sodium diet," O'Shea said while discussing portion control, fat, calories and ingredients in fast food and packaged products. The good news: A healthy meal plan includes moderate portions of a variety of foods, even treats. O'Shea offered a list of healthy snacks with which to stock your desk so you can attack the afternoon hungries wisely:

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� Single-serving unsalted almonds. � Fruit cups or fresh fruit. � Packets of plain instant oatmeal. � Tea. � Healthy granola bars. � Dark chocolate squares. � Shelf-stable "Healthy Choice" meals. � Crystallized citrus powder (to flavor plain water).

In other business, members welcomed new Executive Director Bonnie Hanson, who officially started Jan. 3, replacing the departing Stacey Ekstrom. Submitted by Monica Lee, Illinois Territory Manager for the Association of Personal Photo Organizers. Check out www.appo.org

Featured Business - Diana Chartier, Travelex International

Q: How many years have you worked in your field? A: 23 years Q: How did you get started in your field? A: Went to ECC, at that time they had a travel and tourism curriculum and much on the job experience. Q: What do you like most about providing your service in the Hampshire area? A: Being able to work out of my home office & not having to drive in the winter weather. Plus getting to know more people in Hampshire since we moved here in 2002. Q: What do you find most rewarding about your work? A: Meeting people and seeing how much they enjoy their vacations I help them with. Q: What is the best piece of advice you ever received? A: Be Yourself!! Q: What is unique about your services you provide? A: That I can provide a part of family experience to places of their dreams. Q: What do you find most beneficial about being a member of the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce? A: Getting to know other people. Q: What are your personal hobbies/ special interests? A: Naturally, to travel; also flower gardening & enjoying my grandchildren. For more information, Diana Chartier can be contacted at 847-519-4783.

Diana Chartier, Travelex International, is the featured

business for February

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