November 2018 Newsletter

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1 Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau November 2018 Newsletter CLINTON S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE 2018 Grand Marshal Announced The Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau wishes to announce that Sheriff Jared Shofner has been named as the 2018 Clinton Christmas Parade Grand Marshal. Jared was nominated by Stephanie Metter, John R. Baker, Debbie Shofner, Mary Jordan, Ruth Vogel, Joann Woolums, John & Mary Jane Workman, G. Wayne & Judy Hight. Excerps from the nomination letters read as follows: Jared always lived and behaved with dignity and honesty. He is a mentor for young people in the community and in the workplace. He has a reputation for being a leader and an outstanding sheriff in our county." "Jared has served for three decades with the Sheriff's Department, served on the Drug Task Enforcement, Past President of Rotary Club, Past President of the YMCA, on the board of The Vault. "Jared even slept in a cardboard box to see how he could help people." "Jared has served DeWitt County for over 30 years in law enforcement, including duties as a Dispatcher, Detective, Deputy, Task Force and finally, Sheriff." "Jared has been involved with Big Brothers-Big Sisters, serving as a role model. He has helped implement programs for the elderly, and active in developing safe church and school measures." The Clinton Chamber of Commerce wishes to congratulate Sheriff Jared Shofner on being selected Clinton Christmas Parade Grand Marshal for Thank you for your service to the community of Clinton and DeWitt County. Sheriff Shofner will drive a DeWitt County Sheriff car leading the Clinton Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 2:00pm. Eat - Shop - Bank in Clinton The Clinton Chamber of Commerce s Shop Local Promotion is almost over! Pick up a card from any of these Chamber members, SHOP, and ask them to validate your card! It s that easy! Once your card has $50.00 worth of Holiday Stamps, bring it to the Clinton Chamber office and place it in the promotion box! Deadline to turn in cards is November 7, Winners will be announced at Clinton s Christmas Parade on November 24, AVON - Betty Clark, Representative AXYL: a media & design company Baum Chevrolet Buick Big D Food & Liquor C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau Clintonia Eagle Theater Complete Wellness & Integrated Health Clinic Covenant Animal Clinic DeWitt County Farm Bureau DeWitt County Human Resource Center DeWitt Savings Bank Edward Jones - Bryce Starkey First National Bank & Trust Company Monical s Pizza of Clinton State Bank of Lincoln State Farm Insurance - Jason Frantz The Clinton Journal Toohill Seed & Beef Service Watkins Jewelry & Repair Wilson Chrysler - Jeep 150% CLUB DeWitt County EMS 5959 Weldon Springs Road, Clinton, IL Website: Phone: Sunset Inn & Suites 100 Sunrise Court, Clinton, IL Website: Save-A-Lot Food Store 205 E. Washington Street, Clinton, IL AMS, Inc. 217 East Main Street, Clinton, IL Website: Calvert Funeral Homes 201 South Center Street, Clinton, IL Website: www. calvertmemorial.com First National Bank & Trust Company 2 Kelli Court, Clinton, IL Website: Hale Mechanical P. O. Box 282, Wapella, IL Facebook: Clinton United Methodist Church 308 E. Main Street, Clinton, IL Website: Exelon / Clinton Power Station 8401 Power Road, Clinton, IL Website: Appliance Repair Solution 521 N. Linden Street, Clinton, IL Website: Phone: Ferguson Barbeque & Catering Washington Road, Clinton, IL Phone: C & P Custom Printing 8238 Old Silo, Clinton, IL Website: Phone: Bayer U.S. - Crop Science, Monsanto Company Asgrow Road, Farmer City, IL Website: Phone: If you re a member of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, you can be part of the 150% Club! Just renew your Clinton Chamber membership dues at the 150% Club Rate. ROI: You will receive the following ADDED benefits: - 1 Extra Chamber Scoop Newsletter Insert - Monthly Recognition in the Chamber Scoop Newsletter - Banner Ad on the Chamber Website Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau 100 S. Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton, IL It is the sole purpose of the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau to promote Clinton, its business community, its tourist attractions and achievements.

2 Santa's House on Mr. Lincoln's Square Downtown Clinton will be open immediately after Clinton s Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 24, 2018 and on these Saturdays: December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2018 from 11:00am until 2:00pm Parents don't forget to bring your camera! Tis the Season for a CHRISTMAS PARADE The annual tradition of a holiday parade is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend these area parades to help spread holiday cheer throughout area communities. Heyworth Christmas Parade - Sunday, Nov 11th at 2pm Farmer City Christmas Parade - Sunday, Nov 18th at 2pm Clinton Christmas Parade - Saturday, Nov 24th at 2pm Champaign Parade of Lights - Saturday, Nov 24 at 6pm Bloomington-Normal Christmas Parade - Saturday, Dec 1at 10am Mt. Zion Christmas Parade - Saturday, December 1st at 6pm Decatur Christmas Parade - Saturday, Dec 1st at 5:30pm Lincoln Christmas Parade - Thursday, Dec 6th at 6:30pm 2018 CLINTON CHAMBER CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ed Cicenas, Chamber President EMC Photography Byron Conner, Chamber Vice-President Clintonia Eagle Theater Paul Skowron, Chamber Treasurer Warner Hospital & Health Services Janell Baum-Thomas, Chamber Secretary DeWitt County Farm Bureau Stephanie Torbert DeWitt Savings Bank Gabriel Goldsmith Exelon Generation / Clinton Power Station Joshua Shofner First National Bank & Trust Company Jason Frantz Jason Frantz / State Farm Insurance John Oliver Richland Community College & Clinton Higher Education Center Chamber Staff Marian Brisard, Executive Director Lacy Phelps, Marketing Coordinator & Tourism Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau November 2018 Newsletter. Page 2 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Eat - Shop - Bank in Clinton Holiday Promotion Now through November 7, 2018 Open House Thursday, November 8, :30pm until 6:30pm Liberty Village of Clinton, One Park Lane West, Clinton INTRODUCING OUR NEW OMNIVR THERAPY SYSTEM HANDS ON DEMONSTRATIONS, DRINKS AND HORS D OEUVRES Clinton Chamber Closed for Veterans Day Monday, November 12, 2018 Clinton Chamber Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 22, 2018 Clinton s Annual Christmas Parade Saturday, November 24, :00pm Clinton Chamber s November Board Meeting Wednesday, November 28, :00pm Clinton Chamber Office, 100 S Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton Contact us at if you wish to be placed on the agenda. Looking Ahead..... Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Thursday, December 13, :30pm Edward Jones - Kristin Jackson, Financial Advisor 203 East Side Square, Clinton Clinton Chamber s December Board Meeting Monday, December 17, :00pm Clinton Chamber Office, 100 S Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton Contact us at if you wish to be placed on the agenda. Clinton Chamber Annual Dinner & Meeting Saturday, January 26, 2019 Clinton Country Club, 9530 Texas Church Rd., Clinton Watch for event invitations to be mailed SOON! Like Clinton Illinois Chamber of Commerce on Facebook at Clinton Chamber of Commerce Election of Directors Board members retiring at the end of this year are Gabe Goldsmith (Exelon/Clinton Power Station), Paul Skowron (Warner Hospital & Health Services), and Ed Cicenas (EMC Photography). Ballots will be mailed out in November. The vote must be finalized before December 31, Clinton Chamber s Annual Dinner The Clinton Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner committee members have confirmed the location and entertainment for the 2019 Annual Dinner. The event will take place on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Clinton Country Club. The Clinton High School Jazz Band will perform during the dinner hour. There s more fun still in the planning stages! You won t want to miss this event! Chamber Members, watch for your event invitation! NEWSLETTER INSERTS As a member of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, your benefits include submitting an event or promotional flyer for your business for the Chamber s monthly newsletter up to four times a year. The newsletter is available 24 / 7 on the Chamber s website. Please your.pdf insert(s) to us at: chamber@clintonilchamber.com The deadline to submit an insert is the 25th of each month. While the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau makes every effort to provide accurate and complete information, various information follows that is via a third party and should be used at your own discretion. Information is subject to change, without notice, and if interested in any of the information included in this edition, you should contact that group, business, or organization directly. Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau 100 S. Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton, IL It is the sole purpose of the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau to promote Clinton, its business community, its tourist attractions and achievements.

3 WELCOME Clinton Chamber s New Members LOVE IT ONCE MORE THRIFT STORE 1044 E. Jemima Street, Clinton, IL Clinton Chamber s Member Renewals We re showcasing Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau Members who renewed their dues during the month of October, 2018 THANK YOU for your confidence in the Clinton Chamber of Commerce! HNC PRODUCTS, INC Sunset Road, Clinton, IL VFW Post # State Hwy. Route 10W, Clinton, IL LANCE SCHMID AUCTIONS 9750 Revere Road, Clinton, IL TABOR FEED MILL & FARM SUPPLY, INC. 548 Tabor Road, Waynesville, IL PRAIRIE SIGNS, INC Warriner St., Normal, IL AHW, ILLC 9530 Revere Road, Clinton, IL CLINTON COMMUNITY UNIT #15 SCHOOLS 1210 State Route 54 West, Clinton, IL STATE FARM INSURANCE JASON FRANTZ 602 W. Side Square, Clinton, IL EDWARD JONES - BRYCE STARKEY, FINANCIAL ADVISOR 707 N. Side Square, Clinton, IL Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau, 100 South Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton, IL (fax) DEWITT

4 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONS RS! NEW SOUND SYSTEM SPONSOR Trinity Structural Towers SHADOWS IN THE NIGHT (WEBSITE) SPONSOR DeWitt Savings Bank Exelon Nuclear / Clinton Power Station Save-A-Lot Food Store Sunset Inn & Suites Tradewind Energy WE DARE YOU (FACEBOOK) SPONSORS Clinton Dairy Queen Clinton Family Dental Quality Glass State Bank of Lincoln UNSOLVED MYSTERY (ROOM) SPONSORS Big D Food & Liquor Clinton Antique Mall Edward Jones / Kristin Jackson / Kim O Donohue / Bryce Starkey Taylor Abstract Warner Hospital & Health Services ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK (PORTABLE TOILET) SPONSOR Hale Mechanical GHOST (IN-KIND) SPONSORS Area Disposal Central Illinois Associates City of Clinton Clintonia Eagle Theater McDonald s Miller Container Nelson Excavating Clinton Chamber of Commerce s TERROR ON WASHINGTON STREET HAUNTED HOUSE October 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 & 31, Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau 100 South Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton, IL (fax) DEWITT chamber@clintonilchamber.com

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13 FREE Thanksgiving Dinner THURSDAY, NOV 22ND THANKSGIVING DAY Serving Thanksgiving Dinner East End Grill & Crowne Realty would like to give back to the Clinton Community! We will be serving Turkey, Ham, Green Beans, Corn, Potatoes, Rolls, & Dessert! Thanksgiving Dinner is FREE to all! Thursday, Nov 22nd 10:30 am 1 pm Serving Dinner 10:30am 1:00pm East End Grille 308 Portland Place EVENT SPONSORED BY: CROWNE REALTY 201 East Side Square Clinton, IL

14 Santa Night at the C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum Friday, November 23, 2018 from 5:00-7:00pm Santa will be greeting visitors in the C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum s Carriage Barn. Woods Photography Studio will be taking pictures. All are invited to bring the little ones or the entire family for a holiday photo. No admission is required for the carriage barn and photo purchase is optional. Free hot cocoa will also be served. 200 Years of Statehood candlelight tours and extended museum gift shop hours will also be taking place that night from 5-8pm, so plan on spending the evening with us! For more information, call or go to E. Woodlawn Street Clinton, IL 61727

15 SANTA S HOURS Santa will be in his little red house on Mr. Lincoln s Square, Downtown Clinton, IL: 11/24/18, Saturday ~ After the parade 12/1/18, Saturday ~ 11am to 2pm 12/8/18, Saturday ~ 11am to 2pm 12/15/18, Saturday ~ 11am to 2pm 12/22/18, Saturday ~ 11am to 2pm 100 South Center Street, Suite 101, Clinton, Illinois (fax) (4DeWitt) chamber@clintonilchamber.com