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Winter 2015Newsletter

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Home for the Holidays in Cary and Fox River Grove

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There’s no place like home for the holidays! This season, Cary and Fox River Grove have a host of holiday happenings for local families to enjoy. So, ring in the holidays with these great community celebrations!

Fox River Grove Tree Lighting Festival Saturday, December 5

The spirit begins on Saturday, December 5 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. with the Fox River Grove Annual Tree Lighting Festival at Algonquin Road School, 975 Algonquin Rd., Fox River Grove. Santa will arrive by fire truck to meet children and have photos taken. There will be electric train, cookies, hot chocolate, entertainment and games. All tree lighting festivities are free, thanks to the generosity of the Village of Fox River Grove, local community groups including Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce and other local business sponsors.

Merry Cary Holiday Parade & Festival Sunday, December 6

On Sunday, December 6, the Merry Cary Holiday Parade & Festival kicks off at 1:00 p.m. The parade winds down W. Main St. and turns at Jandus Rd. through downtown Cary. The parade includes hundreds of participants and is one of the largest holiday parades in McHenry County. Following the parade residents are encouraged to stay downtown for horse-drawn sleigh rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more all free! Inside the BMO Harris Bank lobby you can enjoy local musical

performances. Santa, will be ride in the Merry Cary parade on a horse-drawn sleigh, will stop at Cary Travel Express, 9 Jandus Rd., to visit with local children until 3:30 p.m. Christmas Elves Wally and Victor from “Those Funny Little People” will also perform downtown. Back on W. Main St., you can listen to music from our DJ and enjoy food from local restaurants. All festivities and rides are free, thanks to the support of local business

sponsors, the Village of Cary, and the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Spend your holidays at home with family and friends in Cary and Fox River Grove this season. And please consider our local businesses for your holiday shopping needs. For a directory of what to buy where, visit our website at www.carygrovechamber.com. Shop locally this holiday season and remember to buy from Cary Grove Chamber members whenever possible.

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Board President’s Message See page 3

Upcoming EventsSee page 12

Ribbon Cuttings See page 6 & 7

Jessi Jean Photography

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Brad Ball

Cary Grove ChamberExecutive Director

Waking up the Monday after Cary Main Street Fest on September 19-20, my body hurt all over but my heart was overwhelmingly full with gratitude. The amazing effort of hundreds of volunteers over two days allowed the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce to put on an incredible event in downtown Cary. I am going to take this moment in time to thank them for all they did. First, thank you to the Cary Grove Area Chamber staff Lynn Caccavallo and Tom Meyer. Your time and talent in all manners is truly appreciated. Thank you to the event steering

committee including Phil Horn of State Farm-The Phil Horn Agency, David Miller of Lake Julian Contracting/Rotary Club of Cary-Grove, Jerzy Nagaj of BMO Harris Bank and Cary Mayor Mark Kownick. This team had such great enthusiasm and ideas brainstorming how to craft the details of this year’s event. Thank you to our event sponsors including the Village of Cary (with special mention for the fantastic partnership with Cary Police and Public Works Departments), Algonquin Township Road District, Northwest Herald, State Farm Agents of Cary – Phil Horn, Seth Lewis and Shannon Morreale, Arlington Park, @properties – Repta Realty Group, BMO Harris Bank, Chas. Herdrich & Son – Miller Lite, Clear Impact Sound & Event Services, Sage Products, Scorched Earth Brewing Company, The Tracks Bar & Grill, Liberty Outdoor Advertising, Sam’s Club, McHenry County Living and our program advertisers. Cary Main Street Fest was produced by Big Buzz Idea Group. The exceptional quality

this event reached in just two years would not have been possible without their team’s expert knowledge and unbeatable service. Big Buzz Idea Group is headed up by Melissa Lagowski, who led the process through hundreds of hours of planning. She also captained the chamber’s board members and key staff through the whole event weekend. She was a great force behind the weekend’s success. Thanks to the Volunteer Grant Program organizations including Trojan Track & Cross Country Association, Cary-Grove High School Boosters Club and Cary-Grove Fine Arts Foundation for your recruitment efforts. To the individual volunteers who asked for donations at the gate, worked in ticket booths or beverage stations and helped entertain families: A sincere thanks because we could not have done it without you.Last, but certainly not least, thank you to everyone who made time over the weekend to attend the event. We look forward to seeing you again next year.

Volunteers Make Cary Main Street Fest a Success

2015 Cary Cruise NightRides into the Sunset

Another fantastic Cruise Night season wrapped up in the last week of August. This summer Cruise Night experienced its largest crowds to date. Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers, mini-business, expo vendors, car enthusiasts and residents who came out for week after week and supported this great community event.

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It has been my pleasure to serve as Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Board President for the last two years. This will be my final message as board president and I want to take a moment to reflect on what the past two years have meant to me. When I came into the President’s seat, my first message to the chamber membership and the community was a request to get involved. I am happy to say that over the last two years many of you have taken up the call to get involved and to get out and to enjoy this terrific Cary Grove

community. Our attendance at Cary Cruise Nights and the Cary Farmers Market has continued to grow. Cary Main Street Fest launched and the support for that event has been amazing. Thank you to everyone who helped out making two terrific years of that new event as successful as we could have hoped. Our Halloween Trick-or-Treat walks and the Merry Cary Parade have also grown nicely in attendance and participation from local businesses. As I take a minute to reflect on the celebrations of the last two years, I still see opportunities for the chamber to grow and our communities to get better. I continue to urge you to actively participate in the community however it makes sense for you. Join a service group, become a Chamber member or find an opportunity to volunteer. And, always support your local businesses first for all your

service and retail needs. You can find an up to date list of Cary Grove Chamber members at CaryGroveChamber.com. Thank you to the chamber’s board of directors for your vision and commitment over the last two years. Thank you to the chamber’s executive committee officers and Executive Director Brad Ball. Thank you to the chamber staff Tom and Lynn – you’re both great! Finally, I want to say thank you to my wife, Deb Evans, whose support has been the most important of all. I wish the best of luck to the Chamber’s new board president Dr. Patrick McEneaney of Cary-Grove Foot & Ankle Center as he takes over in January. I look forward to staying involved and to continue seeing you around the community. Thank you for a great experience and I wish you all happy holidays and a safe and prosperous new year.

Dave EvansEvans Carpet Cleaning Plus

Cary Grove Chamber Board

President

Board ofDirectors

Executive Committee

Board PresidentDave Evans

Evans Carpet Cleaning Plus

Vice PresidentPatrick McEneaney

Cary-Grove Foot & Ankle Center

TreasurerHolly Kelps

Coldwell Banker Honig-Belland Best Care Corp.

SecretaryNick Malooley

Malooley Sport & Family Chiropractic

Executive Committee Member-at-Large

Lisa RauppMary Kay Cosmetics

Board MembersChuck Barrett

Frisch & Barrett Insurance

John CosmosCynJon Technologies

Steve FranceSage Products

Phil HornState Farm-The Phil Horn Agency

Sue JensenPeriwinkle Florist

Ellen McAlpineEnvoy Mortgage

Dave MillerLake Julian Contracting

Jason Myers Athletico

Jerzy NagajBMO Harris Bank

John OpatrnyStone Hill and Foxmoor Crossing

Shopping Center

Sumish ParikhDunkin’ Donuts/Baskin Robbins

Beth Repta @properties-Repta Realty Group

Penny VerestLegalShield

Cary Farmers Market Wraps Up Fifth Season

The fifth season for the Cary Farmers Market concluded on September 27. The market, held in the Cary Metra commuter station parking lot, was host to over 20 vendors each week. During peak weeks the market would see over 1,000 guests arriving to purchase seasonal produce and other goods. The chamber is thankful to all the vendors, sponsors, volunteers who helped make another great season of the Cary Farmers Market possible. Be sure to visit the Winter Farmers Market on the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s from October through May. The winter market is produced by the Rotary Clubof Cary-Grove, and takes place at Algonquin Township Offices, 3702 U.S. Highway 14, Building #6, Crystal Lake from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Power Up Your Lunchtime

The Cary Grove Area Chamber’s newest monthly event, Chamber University, gives attendees a power hour at lunchtime. Scheduled monthly on the second Thursday, Chamber University runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event features 30 minutes of open networking then an educational program while lunch is being served. Upcoming topics include LinkedIn and successful networking. Each event costs $20.00 for chamber members and $25.00 for guests. Visit carygrovechamber.com to see upcoming topics and for event registration.

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Achieve Footwear, 1 AW Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake recently celebrated the grand reopening of their newly redesigned store with staff and surrounding Chamber members. Visit their website at www.achievefootwear.com

Glazy Daze Pottery Studio, 121 W. Main St., Cary held a Ribbon Cutting of their brand new building on Tuesday, October 20. They offer a classes, private parties and more, visit their website for more information www.glazeydazepotterystudio.com.

Halloween Trick or Treating Walk in Cary and Fox River Grove

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The Cary-Grove Fine Arts Foundation headed by Dave and Maggie Wilhelmi held a Ribbon Cutting on September 20 for the brand new Cary-Grove Fine Arts Center at Cary-Grove High School, 2208 Three Oaks Rd., Cary. The roughly 27,000-square-foot building will offer air conditioning and heating, 670 seats, an orchestra pit, and a large stage that stands about 47 feet high.

Family Video, 3106 W. Three Oaks Rd., Ste G, Cary, celebrated a new business ribbon cutting with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Family Video is the largest movie and game rental chain in the United States with more than 775 in 19 U.S. states and Canada. Pictured are Family Video staff, Village of Cary and Chamber representatives. For more information visit www.familyvideo.com.

Douglas Automotive, 416 Northwest Hwy., Fox River Grove celebrate their new location with a Multi-Chamber Grand Opening and Mixer in September. Visit their website for complete information www.douglasautomotive.com.

Cary Grove Computer Repair, CDI Create, and Selling UR Stuff, LLC held a ribbon cutting to celebrate their new location. Each of the three businesses operates from the same space in the main floor of 115 E. Main St. in Cary. Pictured are owner Chad Koralik and Selling UR Stuff partner Korie Grant, friends and family, along with Chamber and Village of Cary representatives.

Stay Fit 24, 3106 W. Three Oaks Rd., Ste H, Cary, celebrated a new business ribbon cutting with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Stay Fit 24 allows you to control your own workout schedule with 24-hour availability in a clean, safe environment. Pictured are Stay Fit 24 staff, Village of Cary and Chamber representatives. For more information visit www.stayfit24.com.

Appliance Marshall Repair, 395-A Cary-Algonquin Rd., Cary, held a new location ribbon cutting with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Appliance Marshall Repair provides service on all appliance brands and models with a service area across Lake, McHenry, Cook, DuPage and Kane counties. Pictured are owner Marshall Morici and staff, family, friends and Chamber representatives. For information about their services and company visitwww.appliancemarshall.com.

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Family Video, 3106 W. Three Oaks Rd., Ste G, Cary, celebrated a new business ribbon cutting with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Family Video is the largest movie and game rental chain in the United States with more than 775 in 19 U.S. states and Canada. Pictured are Family Video staff, Village of Cary and Chamber representatives. For more information visit www.familyvideo.com.

Sport Clips Haircuts, 656 Northwest Hwy., Cary, celebrated a new location grand opening ribbon cutting with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Sport Clips makes getting your hair cut fun with sports on TVs all the time and you don’t ever need an appointment. Pictured are owner Chip, Sport Clips staff, Village of Cary and Chamber representatives. For more information about Sport Clip visit their website at www.haircutmencaryil.com.

Grover’s Grill & Bar, 412 Northwest Hwy., Fox River Grove, held a new-business ribbon cutting to celebrate their grand opening with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Grover’s is open 11:00 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Pictured are Grover’s Grill and Bar owners Jackie and Ryan Gopin, staff members and Chamber representatives. For more information visit www.groversgrillandbar.com.

Foundations Montessori School, 409 N. First St., Cary, held a new-business ribbon cutting ceremony with the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. The school is open for fall semester and is now enrolling students. Pictured are Foundations Montessori administrators and staff, parents and students, and Chamber representatives. For more information visitwww.foundationsmontessori.com.

Rita A McDade, Chamber Staff and Cary Grove Chamber Board members celebrated the opening of the Law Office of Rita A. McDade, 10 Spring St., Unit 4, Cary on Tuesday, October 13. Find additional information at www.ritathelawyer.com.

Owner Gerry DeCleene recently celebrated the opening of Loving Family Care at 10 Spring St., Cary. Visit www.lovingfamilycare.com for more information.

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S8 Thank You for Renewing Your Chamber MembershipThank You for Renewing Your Chamber Membership

Thank You for Renewing Your Membership to the Chamber July 29-October 16, 2015. If your business renewed during this time period and is missing from the list, call the Chamber at (847) 639-2800 so you can be added to the next recogniton.

A + ACC, Inc.-AflacPhil ArendtServing the greater Cary Grove area(815) 679-0912www.drgizmo.wss A. Robert Abboud & CompanyA. Robert Abboud960 Route 22, Ste. 212Fox River Grove(847) 639-0101 Advocate Good Shepherd Physician & Diagnostic ServicesLinnea Mason2284 County Line Rd., Algonquin(847) 842-7028www.advocatehealth.com AKF Martial Arts AcademyJohn Cantin740 McArdle Dr., Unit BCrystal Lake(815) 455-3888www.akf-cl.com American Family Insurance - Jim Dawe AgencyJim Dawe210 Crystal St., Ste. B, Cary(847) 516-2800www.JimDawe.com Andrew Szocka, P.C.Andrew Szocka799 E. Terra Cotta Ave.Crystal Lake(815) 455-8430www.szocka.com

Autumn Leaves of Crystal LakeColleen Straka495 Alexandra Blvd., Crystal Lake(815) 459-7800www.autumnleavesliving.com Barrington Print & CopyCyndi Zurawski200 James St., Barrington(847) 382-1185www.barringtonprintcopy.com Buffalo Wild WingsDave Murphy5755 Northwest Hwy., Crystal Lake(815) 356-0333www.buffalowildwings.com Carousel Cleaning ServiceAdrianna NeophitosServing the greater Cary Grove area(630) 699-4985 Car-X Auto ServiceJim Burke915 Rte. 22, Fox River Grove(847) 639-1597www.carx.com

Cary Bank & TrustJoe McVicker60 E. Main St., Cary(847) 462-8881www.carybank.com Cary Car Wash & Detail CenterAkash Patel820 W. Northwest Hwy., Cary(847) 462-9949www.carycarwash.net

Cary Firefighters AssociationBill Gitzke400 Cary-Algonquin Rd., Cary(847) 639-2121www.caryfire.com Cary Grove Computer Repair - CDI CreateChad Koralik115 E. Main St., Cary(847) 230-9111www.carygrovecomputers.com Cary Tire & Auto CenterLarry Hillerud112 Crystal St., Cary(847) 639-8866www.autorepaircaryil.com Cary-Grove Crime StoppersJim KellyServing the greater Cary Grove area(800) 762-7867www.illinoiscrimestoppers.com Cary-Grove Historical SocietyPam LoseyP.O. Box 483, Cary(847) 639-3790 Cary-Grove Youth Baseball& SoftballScott SmithP.O. Box 102, Cary(847) 528-5820www.cgybs.org Castle Builders Construction Management, LLCFrank and Jim HomolaPO Box 488, Cary(847) 639-2169

Chobanian DPI, Inc.Steve Chobanian531 Berriedale Dr., Cary(847) 829-4933 Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery & Garden CenterRichard Harms5301 E. Terra Cotta Ave.Crystal Lake(815) 459-8130www.countrysideflowershop.com Double D GraphicsDon WarnerServing the greater Cary Grove area (847) 516-1113www.doubledgraphics.com Dunkin’ DonutsSumish Parikh630 Northwest Hwy., Cary(847) 462-9543www.dunkindonuts.com

Dunkin’ Donuts /Baskin RobbinsSumish Parikh916 Northwest Hwy., Fox River Grove(847) 639-1995www.dunkindonuts.com

Edge Fitness & PerformanceMichael Spagnola362 Northwest Hwy., Cary(773) 577-1190www.edgestrength.com Electricians on DemandBryan Johnson375 Copper Canyon Trl., Cary(815) 861-4547

EmbroidMe of Crystal LakeJanice Means6215 Northwest Hwy., Crystal Lake(815) 444-1081www.embroidme-crystallake.com Express Employment ProfessionalsTerri Greeno580 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake(815) 788-8556www.crystallakeil.expresspros.com Fiji Construction, Inc.Chad Hagen3300 Three Oaks Rd., Unit B, Cary(847) 462-0990www.fijiconstructioninc.com Forever Kids FoundationDeborah Bertram1328 Mulberry Ln., Cary(847) 502-6775www.foreverkidsfoundation.org Fox River Glass & MirrorBill Poll and John Amandes1055 Nimco Dr., Unit G, Crystal Lake(815) 459-1919www.frglassmirror.com Grove Plating Co., Inc.Rick Kostner400 Algonquin Rd., Fox River Grove(847) 639-7651www.groveplating.com

H.R. Stewart, Inc.Jim Stewart52 W. Crystal St., Cary(847) 639-3331www.hrstewart.com Hollinger Diagnostics, Inc.Donald Byrd176 Detroit St., Unit 7, Cary(847) 639-9726www.hollingerdiagnostics.com Illinois Blower, Inc.Craig Cummins750 Industrial Dr., Cary(847) 639-5500www.illinoisblower.com Jazzercise Crystal LakeFitness CenterKaren Grassly9225-E Trinity Dr., Lake in the Hills(815) 404-1112www.jazzercise.com

Jimano’s PizzeriaJim Purcell700 Northwest Hwy., Fox River Grove(847) 462-9423www.jimanos.com Johnson Eye CareDr. Rebecca A. Schoepke855 Feinberg Ct., Ste. 101, Cary(847) 516-3111www.johnsoneyecarecary.com

Jumbo Jump RentalEren Tinajero766 Industrial Dr., Ste. A, Cary(224) 635-5867www.jumbojumprental.com Key West TanColleen Whittier646 Northwest Hwy., Cary(847) 639-4188www.keywesttancary.com Kitchens By Julie, Inc.Julie Loehner27-A Jandus Rd., Cary(847) 516-2226www.kitchensbyjulie.com Law Office of Steven JaenickeSteven Jaenicke23 Spring St., Cary(847) 639-5580www.jaenickelaw.com Liberty Outdoor Advertising& Self StorageBryan Javor4114 Rte. 176, Crystal Lake(815) 459-1776www.libertyselfstorage.net Marquardt of BarringtonBuick GMCKurt Marquardt1421 S. Barrington Rd., Barrington(847) 381-2100www.buyacar123.com Melissa WeirMelissa Weir13 Willet Way, Trout Valley(224) 357-8703www.melissaweir.com

Mercy Health SystemPhyllis Guy901 Grant St., Harvard(815) 943-8224www.mercyhealthsystem.org Money Mailer of the Far Northwest SuburbsJerry RuzkowskiServing the greater Cary Grove area(847) 387-3733www.content.moneymailer.com/direct-mail-advertise/local-franchise-F32043/welcome/page.aspx Northwest HeraldMeredith Schaefer7717 S. Rte. 31, Crystal Lake(815) 459-4040www.nwherald.com

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9On Angels’ Wings, Inc.Jeannette Schultz5186 Northwest Hwy., Ste. 133, Crystal Lake(815) 356-8170www.onangelswingsinc.org On Target Range andTactical Training CenterJudy Claxton560 Beechcraft Ln., Crystal Lake(815) 477-2020www.onTargetSite.com Paxem, Inc.Jennifer PrellServing the greater Cary Grove area, (847) 829-4437www.paxem.com

Pioneer Center for Human ServicesBarbara Swanson4100 Veterans Pkwy., Admin Offices, McHenry(815) 344-1230www.pioneercenter.org Prime Time Performance(PTP Hoops)Dan Adams760 Industrial Dr., Unit D, Cary(847) 275-0590www.ptphoops.org

Rotary Club of Cary-GroveSteve ChervanyP.O. Box 645, Cary(847) 639-3060www.carygroverotary.org Sam’s ClubJeri Wasselman5670 Northwest Hwy., Crystal Lake(815) 477-9876www.samsclub.com Sherman MechanicalSteve Doherty1075 Alexander Ct., Cary(847) 462-1020www.shermanmech.com State Farm - The Phil Horn AgencyPhil Horn105 W. Main St., Cary(847) 639-9467www.philhorn.com

Strelcheck Chiropractic ClinicDaniel Strelcheck10 N. Virginia St., Crystal Lake(815) 459-3860www.strelcheckchiro.com Suchy Hardwood FloorsTony SuchyServing the greater Cary Grove area(847) 639-1288

Sunrise Assisted Livingof BarringtonDenise Holt510 W. Northwest Hwy., Barringtonwww.sunriseseniorliving.com

Taurus Construction Inc.Steven and Julie Gaulke532 Norman Dr., Cary(847) 462-1533www.taurusconstructioninc.com Team Carone FoundationTim CaroneServing the greater Cary Grove area(847) 812-2247www.TeamCarone.com Three Oaks Assisted LivingKeun Lee1055 Silver Lake Rd., Cary(847) 462-4951www.threeoaksassistedliving.com Tobacco StopMilos Grcic688 Northwest Hwy., Cary(847) 462-2196www.carytobaccostop.com

Trinity Oaks Christian AcademyPaul Wrobbel233 Trinity Oaks Way, Cary(847) 462-5971www.trinity-oaks.org

Trojan Track andCross Country AssociationLayne HolterP.O. Box 461, Cary (815) 382-2673 U.S. BankBrian Gunther25 W. Main St., Cary(847) 794-7030www.usbank.com Village of Fox River GroveDonna Brouder305 Illinois St., Fox River Grove(847) 639-3170www.foxrivergrove.org Visiting Angels LivingAssistance ServicesSherry McGowan12 E. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake(815) 479-0312www.visitingangels.com/crystallake WIM3, Women in McHenry Co.Dawn GilmanP.O. Box 205, Crystal Lake(815) 459-3990www.wim3.com

Thank you for Join the Chamber July 29-October 16, 2015. If your name is missing from the list, call the Chamber at (847) 639-2800 so you can be added to the next recognition.

Allstate - A J Smith Insurance Agency, IncAndre Smith1072 E. Algonquin Rd., Algonquin(847) 485-0405www.allstateagencies.com/andresmith

Foundations Montessori School of Northern Illinois NFPChris Edmonstone409 N. First St., Cary(224) 253-2344 www.foundationsmontessori.org

FREADOM HOUSE TutorsHeather FranksServing the greater Cary Grove area(815) 345-6999 www.freadomhousetutors.com

JT Reliable ResourcesJim and Tammy Roberts10 W. Main St., Cary(847) 927-2572www.jtreliableresources.com

Law Office of Rita A. McDadeRita McDade10 Spring St., Ste. 4, Cary (847) 804-2244 www.ritathelawyer.com

Loving Family CareGerry DeCleene10 Spring St., Cary(847) 736-0960www.lovingfamilycare.com

Master Tech HVAC Jackie Gopin 306 NW Hwy., Fox River Grove (847) 829-4142www.mastertech-hvac.com

Norm’s Pet Care Norm Lubash Serving the greater Cary-Grove area (847) 714-5518 www.normspetcare.com

Papa Saverio’s PizzeriaDon Fortin716 Northwest Hwy., Cary (847) 516-1000www.papascary.com

Timeless Holidays Dana Cummings 740 McArdle, Unit A, Crystal Lake (779) 220-4693www.TimelessHolidays.com

Welcome and Thank You New MembersWelcome and Thank You New Members

Thank You for Renewing Your Chamber MembershipThank You for Renewing Your Chamber Membership

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Save the date for this year’s Annual Dinner event on Friday, January 29 at Onion Pub and Brewery, 2221 N. Pepper Rd., Lake Barrington. Join as we celebrate another successful year for the Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Mark your calendar now! We will also host our silent auction and our second annual Casino Night! Let us know if you can donate products or services to benefit Chamber and community programs.

The party gets started at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 29 followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m. Don’t miss the celebration!

McHenry County College Receives $14,000 for Scholarships from Goodwill Customers

The Friends of McHenry County College (MCC) Foundation recently received $14,000 in scholarship funds from Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois that are targeted to assist persons with disabilities to advance their education. The funding was generated at the four McHenry County locations (Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Huntley and McHenry) through Goodwill’s “Round Up” program. The fundraising program asked Goodwill customers to “round up” their purchases to the nearest whole dollar at the stores to contribute to the local scholarship. The successful “Round Up” program has enabled persons with disabilities to build a better future for themselves, their families, and the local community through education. “I am delighted by the generosity shown by Goodwill and its customers throughout the community who made this donation to the college possible,” said Katrina McGuire, executive director of the Friends of MCC Foundation. “We are proud to provide our students with this opportunity as we continue our commitment toward learning and student success.” McGuire also stated, “This is the fourth donation that the foundation has received from Goodwill. Thanks to previous

donations totaling $6,500, we have proudly awarded seven $1,000 scholarships since 2012, including four to MCC students this fall semester.”

Save the Datefor the Annual Dinner

Mary Kay Foundations Donatesto Turning Point

Every October, The Mary Kay Foundation observes National Domestic Violence Awareness Month by awarding grants to deserving women’s shelters. Turning Point, 11019 US-14, Woodstock was awarded a grant of $20,000 and was presented the check by local Mary Kay Sales Directors and Consultants. In 2014, the Foundation awarded $20,000 grants to more than 150 women’s shelters across the United States for a total of $3 million.

Local Sales Directors and Consultants with Mary Kay CosmeticsKaren Lavorata, Kay Teeter, Diane Gollwitzer Dunlap, Jane Farmer Executive Director with Turning Point , Cary Grove Chamber Board of Director and Mary Kay Sales Rep Lisa Raupp, Andrea Lahrman Buehler, Eileen Fricke Jane Zamudio Associate Director with Turning Point and Dawn Harden.

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Chamber Community Guide Lists Everything You Need Locally!

The most comprehensive resource directory covering the Cary and Fox River Grove areas will soon be delivered to thousands of local households. The 2016 issue of the Cary Grove Area Community Guide will hit the streets in late January with a thorough listing of everything you need. Watch for your edition to arrive shortly. The Guide is a valuable resource of information on local government, community information, and important area phone numbers. It also includes a comprehensive listing of our nearly 500 Chamber members in the Business Directory. Members get one free listing as part of their membership benefits. In addition to its resource value, the Community Guide is a yearly roundup of community events and activities. It includes numerous photos submitted by local residents that depict the quality of life here in Cary and Fox River Grove. Once the guide is produced, it will be in circulation throughout the year at key locations such as the Village Halls, real estate offices, libraries, and the Chamber’s offices at 445 Park Ave. on Route 14. The guide will also be distributed at large community events during the year such as the Community Showcase, Merry Cary, Cary Cruise Night, Cary Farmers Market, Cary Main Street Fest and more. If you don’t receive your Community Guide by the end of January, stop by the Chamber offices at 445 Park Ave., Cary or call (847) 639-2800. The Cary Grove Area Community Guide is produced for the Chamber by the Northwest Herald.

BCU Credit UnionSmith & Associates, Inc. Insurance Services

Stone Hill and Foxmoor CrossingShopping Center

True Value Manufacturing Co.

Walmart Supercenter

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Thursday, November 12Cary Grove Chamber University11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Location: New China Restaurant308 NW Hwy., Fox River Grove$20.00 includes seminar and lunch

Friday, November 13Ribbon CuttingLou Malnati’s Pizza3:30 p.m.502 Northwest Hwy., Cary

Friday, November 20Ribbon CuttingPapa Saverio’s Pizzeria3:30 p.m.716 Northwest Hwy., Cary

Tuesday, December 1Member Breakfast Orientation8:00-9:00 a.m.Cary Grove Chamber Office445 Park Ave., CaryRegister online

Tuesday, December 1Multi-Chamber Mixer Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center5:00-7:00 p.m.Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center, 200 Congress Pkwy.Crystal Lake

Thursday, December 3Chamber Holiday Party5:00-8:00 p.m.Galati’s Hideaway800 Feinberg Ct., CaryRegister online

Sunday, December 6Merry Cary Parade & FestivalWest Main Streetin Downtown Cary1:00 to 3:30 p.m.Parade starts at 1:00 p.m.,free petting zoo and pony rides in downtown from 12:00-3:30 p.m., free horse drawn sleigh rides following the parade, free visits with Santa Claus inside Cary Travel Express and youth entertainment inside BMO Harris Bank Lobby.Register online

Thursday, January 14Fox River Grove Business RoundtableFox River Grove Village Hall305 Illinois St., Fox River Grove$20.00 Members includes lunch$35.00 GuestsRegister online

Tuesday, January 19Multi-Chamber MixerSage YMCA of Metro Chicago5:00-7:00 p.m.Sage YMCA701 Manor Rd., Crystal Lake

Friday, January 29Chamber Annual Dinner, Silent Auction & Casino Night6:00-11:00 p.m.Onion Pub and Brewery2221 N. Pepper Rd.,Lake Barrington

Thursday, February 11Cary Business RoundtableCary Park District255 Briargate Rd., Cary12:00-1:30 p.m. $20.00 includes lunch$35.00 GuestsRegister online

Thursday, March 10Network Scramble Luncheon11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.D’Andrea Banquets &Conference Ctr.4419 Northwest Hwy., Crystal Lake

Saturday, April 16Cary-Grove Community Expo10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Cary-Grove High School2208 Three Oaks Rd., Cary

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Networking Groups

Cary-Grove YoungProfessionalsMondaysNovember 30January 256:00-8:00 p.m. New China Restaurant308 Northwest Hwy.,Fox River Grove Call Carissa Beaman of Youique (847) 890-0343

Cary Grove Referral NetworkWednesdaysNovember 18 and 25December 2, 9, 16 and 23 8:00 a.m.Cary Bank & Trust 60 E. Main St., CaryCall John Cosmos of CynJon Technologies (847) 341-4104

*Before attending any meet-ings, please call to confirm meeting dates and location.

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