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Bringing people & Business Together July 2019 Village Approves Northbrook Connect with New Businesses and Trends at Expo Court Redevelopment Plan Business Expo & After Hours Affordable Housing “Seed Money” Part of Proposal Monday, July 22, 5:00 p.m. Hilton /Northbrook The much-discussed transformation of the west end of Northbrook Court is expected Sponsored by to begin soon, following approval of the proposal by the Village Board. The process of reaching that consensus required a new emphasis on a broader public policy issue-- Experience a diverse array of products, affordable housing within the Village. The services and innovations at the Annual residential developer is providing $750,000 Multi-Chamber Business Expo. Nearly 70 for the Village to apply as it sees fit toward exhibitors from the Northbrook, Glenview the creation of affordable housing. and Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods The redevelopment plan includes the (DBR) Chambers will be on hand with /Northbrook demolition of the existing Macy’s store to demonstrations and informative displays. make way for a five-story apartment building Open to the public, the Expo attracts connections to potential vendors. with 315 units, along with a 70,000 square more than 400 visitors each year for the “As a community bank, BankFinancial foot supermarket, new retail and restaurant opportunity to connect with peers, learn sees the Business Expo as a great spaces, and a grand lawn for community about trends, and enjoy the delicious food opportunity to network and develop new use. Public comments were received and drinks provided by the Hilton Chicago/ relationships,” says Gowri Chandrasekaran, urging the Board to require a percentage Northbrook. BankFinancial. “It is a powerful platform of the residential spaces to be designated Members return to the Expo each to showcase our services, and establish as affordable housing, a sentiment that year for the fun, energetic atmosphere that ourselves as a business resource.” This year’s event promises to be Trustee Jason Han had echoed in a May promotes interaction. Attendees will have filled with engaging displays from newer Board meeting. The Village currently has no hands-on experiences with products, and Chamber members as well as veteran comprehensive plan for affordable housing. get expert insights from business owners. exhibitors. Trainers from Orangetheory Responding to those comments, the The Expo creates synergies between Fitness will explain how their technology- developer of the residential project Ryan complementary businesses and promotes Business Expo Cont. to pg. 4 Companies offered to pay the Village $750,000 to create an affordable housing fund to be used at the Trustees’ discretion. Celebrate Small Businesses During Independent Retailer Month Northbrook Court Cont. to pg. 3 July 2019 is the ninth annual Independent Retailer Month, designed to highlight the positive social and economic aspects of independent businesses IN THIS ISSUE and to encourage consumers to support their local stores. According to the U.S. Small Business PAGE 3 Administration, has approximately 1.2 million small businesses under 500 employees Village Plan Commission Welcomes Two New and almost 95,000 of those are retailers. Members Despite the enormous pressures placed on them by online and big box retail, PAGE 4 independent retailers continue to play vital roles in their communities as employers, Summer Events Connect Community taxpayers, and gathering places. What inspires Northbrook entrepreneurs to take on the PAGE 6 challenges of running an independent retail operation? Save the Date for the Meal Packing Event Chris Bates, Art Post Gallery, enjoys the deep roots her business has grown in the community. In 1980, she purchased the original Art Post, a framing and art supply store Independent Retailers Cont. to pg. 2 CHAMBER DESK

as they celebrate memorable occasions. As Independent Retailers Cont. from pg. 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS the third generation to carry on the company founded by Sheldon Millman in Chicago, Brian Robert Caldwell - Chair frequently sees clients who remember picking Hallmark Homecare out their first pieces of jewelry with his father Steve Schmit - Treasurer or grandfather. The Millmans relocated the Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. Directors business to Northbrook in 2008 after long Holly Allgauer - Cir periods in Chicago and Glencoe, taking Hilton Chicago/Northbrook Peter Balyeat advantage of the opportunity to purchase Korman Lederer & Associates their own building. Northbrook also offered Stephen Barr easy access to the highways, enabling Shellé Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel Thomas G. Fortman Jewelers to maintain its longtime relationships Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. with clients all over the North Shore, Chicago Hania Fuschetto and beyond. Glenbrook Hospital Gregg Gerstin As an independent retailer, Brian makes Align Wellness personal service a top priority. “Shopping for Allison Gilley jewelry can be very intimidating. I want every The Book Bin Lynette Gilbert, Three Bags Full customer who comes in to feel completely Ron Goldblatt NorthShore Loyalty next to Little Louie’s with a small space for welcome,” says Brian. “I’m not in the jewelry Jacqueline (J.J.) Hart original art sales. The business evolved into a business, I’m in the happiness business.” Allstate Insurance Co. Lynette Gilbert, Three Bags Full, decided Paul Kaufmann fine art gallery that offers framing as a service, Shred Spot now located at Willow Festival. to pursue a long-deferred dream by opening James King The nature of Chris’s business relies on the her knitting store/studio 17 years ago. A skilled Northbrook Bank & Trust Co. and enthusiastic knitter, her business has Robyn Kole store’s physical presence in the community. Karlin, Kerschner, Sharpe & Co., LLP grown into a community-building experience While people may go online to buy prints or Arnie Krause photographs, customers investing in large- for hobbyists who enjoy taking classes and The Claim Company discovering new products together. On a Brian Lee scale art need to experience the work in person. Northbrook Court typical weekday morning, the store is busy Chris allows in-home viewings of pieces Julie Lerman to ensure that the client is happy with their with customers new techniques, while The Franklin Law Group others knit and chat on sofas surrounded by Michael Nortman selections. Framing, delivery, and personal Crossroads Partners yarn displays. service are all elements supported by the brick- Glenn Weintraub and-mortar store. “When I started out, our first store was just AA Service Co. two rooms in the old Quonset hut building on Jason Young “We’ve maintained a very loyal customer Waterway Carwash base throughout the years,” notes Chris. “We Walters,” recalls Gilbert. “Over time we’ve built now serve three generations of clients who a very consistent community of people who STAFF know us and trust us.” come for workshops, knit nights, and events. Tensley Garris For Brian Millman, Shellé Jewelers, the People from all walks of life who never would President have met become friends here.” Carolyn Gessner family business is a way to connect with people Manager

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Katie Walther Community Text Program Off to Great Start Programs & Events Manager One easy way to support all our local retailers and restaurants is the new Live Shop Dine Northbrook mobile text program. Launched in June, this partnership between the Chamber and the Village has over 60 businesses offering special promotions to a growing audience of 1,300 subscribers. If you haven’t signed up yet, no need to miss out! Text NBK to 55678 to receive deals right to your phone.

To participate as a vendor, contact Ron Goldblatt, ron@ 2002 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 northshoreloyalty.com. 847.498.5555 | Tel 847.498.5510 | Fax [email protected] www. northbrookchamber.org

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Development Updates Village Plan Commission Welcomes Two New Members Northbrook Suites Receives Zoning The Northbrook Plan Commission Relief convened in June with two new Village Trustees have loosened restrictions members. Ihab Riad and Allen on street-level uses at the Northbrook Morgen were appointed to fill Suites building at 1363 Shermer Road, next seats vacated by Johannah Hebl, to the Metra parking lot. When originally now a Village Trustee, and Norm built, zoning rules allowed only restaurant Jacobs, whose term expired and retail operations to occupy the first this spring. Incumbent Jeremy floor, in hopes that such businesses would Melnick was re-appointed to a help extend the downtown shopping district new term as well. farther west and attract new traffic. After Allen Morgen and his Allen Morgen Ihab Riad the closure of three different restaurants family have been residents of in the space, the Plan Commission Northbrook for over seven years. He owns and real estate investment companies. His recommended giving the owner the a Morton Grove-based Farmers Insurance record of community involvement includes ability to lease to an office tenant, with agency, specializing in business, auto, home the Northbrook District 30 School Board, the condition that the permission will be and life insurance. A graduate of the 2018- the Economic Development Committee, reconsidered following termination of that 19 Leadership Northbrook program, he is Go Green Northbrook, and the Northbrook tenant’s lease. The Village Board approved also a member of the Skokie Valley Rotary Caucus. that recommendation in June. and Democrats of Northfield Township. Riad notes, “I have a unique, In a statement Morgen shared, "I multicultural background that will bring Cul-de-Sac Subdivision Proposed am honored to have the opportunity to new perspectives and flexibility to the An eight-home subdivision called Mission serve the Village as a member of the Plan Plan Commission. I enjoy collaboration, Shadows, proposed for property at Commission. I look forward to working identifying others’ points of view and 2420/2450 Landwehr Road, was given a with residents, my fellow members and building better concepts together.” He preliminary review by the Village Board. The the Village Board to continue to move identifies improving downtown as one of his developer, Corley-Turk Properties, said in a Northbrook forward in a positive and vibrant top priorities, looking for opportunities to written statement that “the site in question direction." make the area a lively, attractive destination is an ideal location to fill the insatiable need A resident of Northbrook since 2012, for Northbrook residents and visitors. for empty nester housing in Northbrook” Ihab Riad transitioned from a career in IT Morgen and Melnick will serve through and compared the project to the new Anets development to real estate, as the owner April 2023. Riad will complete Johannah Woods subdivision. The proposal was of a real estate firm, construction company, Hebl’s term, ending April 2021. referred to the Plan Commission.

Northbrook Court Cont. from pg. 1 They argued that the Northbrook Court project would not be feasible without market-level rents throughout the property, and suggested that the payment could be used as “seed money” to develop a community-wide plan. The money would be paid in three installments, beginning with the issuance of the apartments’ certificate of occupancy. Prior to voting on June 11, the Board announced that it will institute new procedures in Committee of the Whole meetings to address topics of major importance. President Sandy Frum stated that affordable housing policy would be at the top of that list. The resolutions in favor of the project were approved by a 5-2 vote. Trustees Han and Heather Ross voted no, reiterating their desire to see affordable units as part of the project.

Bringing People & Business Together 3 CHAMBER NEWS

Northbrook Summer Events Connect Community Summer is finally in full swing, and date approximately 58,000 Northbrook’s community calendar is pounds of fresh food has been overflowing with activities. Many offer collected from our vendors opportunities for businesses to get involved, and donated to the Northfield while supporting a more vibrant community. Township Food Pantry,” Here’s an overview of major events: says Market Association Director Dale Duda. “Also, Northbrook Farmers Market we partner with other local Wednesdays, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., organizations, such as the through October 9 Chamber, to help them further Every Wednesday morning, dozens of small their goals.” Learn more at farmers and artisan food producers will NorthbrookFarmersMarket. set up shop at the corner of Meadow and org. and surrounding communities. Cherry, creating a bustling marketplace for Concert-goers can discover local residents of Northbrook and surrounding Tuesdays in the Park - Summer Concerts restaurants by taking advantage of special communities. Managed by the all-volunteer July 2, 9, 16 and 23 Tuesday Night discounts. Options range Northbrook Farmers Market Association, Lawn chairs and blankets will dominate from a free order of fries at Little Louie’s to a the weekly market seeks “to educate Village Green Park on Tuesday evenings for special $30 Park Picnic Box from Francesca’s residents on the benefits of buying locally, the Park District’s popular concert series. North, along with specials at Lou Malnati’s, eating healthy, and living green, as well These family-friendly events start with kid- Marcello’s, Trattoria Oliverii, Sunset Foods, as supporting local farming families and oriented performers or community talents and other downtown destinations. For a entrepreneurs,” according to their website. at 6:30 p.m., followed by all-ages bands schedule of performances and restaurant Additionally, the Market supports a wide at 7:15. All free of charge, the programs offers, visit NBParks.org. range of other community organizations. “To attract audiences from all over Northbrook Summer Events Cont. to pg. 6

Business Expo Cont. from pg. 1 ·· ARC Homecare and Nursing Professionals ·· North Suburban YMCA tracked workout produces real results. ·· Avidor ·· Northbrook Bank & Trust Company Northbrook officials will be on hand to ·· BankFinancial ·· Northbrook Inn Care Community facilitate Northbrook Notify registration and ·· BasketWorks ·· Northbrook Public Library answer questions about Village services. ·· BATH FITTER ·· NorthShore Loyalty Discover the services available at Rover’s ·· Chaos Tamers Professional Organizing ·· NorthShore Sleep Medicine Place, including the extra steps they take to ·· Chicago Mind Solutions ·· Opportunity Secure Data Destruction keep pets healthy and happy. Exhibits from ·· Chicago's North Shore Convention & Visitors Bureau ·· Orangetheory Fitness Street Level Studios will showcase their ·· Chiro One Wellness Center ·· Renewal By Andersen capabilities in website development, video ·· Chicago Jewish Funerals ·· Rover's Place and content production. Representatives ·· City Barbeque ·· Sacred from Chicago’s North Shore Convention ·· Covenant Village of Northbrook ·· SCORE and Visitors Bureau will share suggestions ·· Delta by Marriott Chicago North Shore Suites ·· Senior Helpers about summer events and dining. ·· Dream Image Press, LLC ·· ShelfGenie Several booths will attract a crowd with ·· Elisco Design Architects LLC ·· Street Level Studio enticing food samples. Guests will enjoy ·· First Bank of Highland Park ·· The Dolins Group tasty mini-meatballs and lemon cookies ·· First Choice Coffee Service ·· United Services by Permaco, Inc. from Maggiano’s while learning about their ·· Gail's Brownies ·· Village of Northbrook catering options. Mission Hills Country Club ·· Good Therapy ·· Whitehall of Deerfield will share signature appetizers, along with ·· Hilton Chicago/Northbrook photos and ideas for special occasions at Exhibit Space Almost Sold Out! their elegant venue. ·· Home Instead Senior Care ·· HTML Global Take advantage of this opportunity to To RSVP, return the events insert in this showcase your product and services. The newsletter or call the Chamber at (847)513-6361. ·· Joe's Plumbing ·· LGL Business Solutions / Screening Edge exhibit package includes a skirted table for A partial list of exhibitors includes: ·· Maggiano's displays, promotional postcards to send to prospective clients, and signage at the event. ·· 22nd Century Media ·· Matthew Jaggard, State Farm Insurance Agent For pricing and space reservations, call Katie ·· Align Wellness Center ·· Mission Hills Country Club Walther at (847)513-6003. ·· AlphaGraphics ·· Monster Tree Service

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Lewis Floor & Home will sponsor the Life Time Athletic welcomed 10th Annual Northbrook Farmers Market the Chamber for a poolside “Summer Stock” event on Wednesday, July Business After Hours that 10, in support of the Northfield Township showcased their resort- Food Pantry. Market patrons are asked to style wellness facility. Left donate paper towels, toilet paper, laundry to right: Life Time’s Kadir detergent, dish soap, women’s personal Oz, JP Pavlo, Chamber hygiene products, and other dry goods. President Tensley Garris, Tim Kersten, Sarah Ayyad, Armando Sacluti, and Luis Reds Garden Center invites families to Hurtado. experience butterflies up close during their Butterfly Festival, July 12-14. Highlights include an interactive habitat, displays of butterfly-friendly plants, educational workshops, and children’s activities.

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute will present recognized for a campaign on behalf of a suppliers on the safety of autonomous a free seminar on Wednesday, July 17 financial planning business that appeared vehicles and electrification of automotive at Glenview Terrace on OrthoHealth, an in numerous Chicago and national media systems. The deal fortifies UL’s expertise individualized program of movement, publications. in autonomous vehicle testing and nutrition, and stress and sleep management certification and offers greater access to its to help individuals decrease joint pain, Bob Caldwell, Hallmark Homecare, Francie global customers. move more efficiently and lose weight. Stavish, Francie Stavish & Associates Learn more at IBJI.com. LLC, and Jan Steiner, Senior Transitions The Book Bin hosts a monthly adult fiction Concierge, recently spoke on a panel discussion group, open to the public. On Oakton Community College has opened at Roosevelt University in Schaumburg, Thursday, July 11, at 7:00 p.m., the group a new anniversary exhibition, “Oakton discussing topics raised by Atul Gawande’s will discuss The Ninth Hour by Alice Celebrates 50 Years (1969-2019)” book Being Mortal: Medicine and What McDermott. presenting the history of the college in Matters in the End. documents, photos and videos as well Kate Hall, Executive Director of the as the Koehnline Museum’s vast array of Don Meinheit, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Northbrook Public Library, has co- displays and collections. The exhibition Associates, Inc., was awarded the 2019 authored The Public Library Director’s runs through September 19. John F. Parmer Award by the Structural Toolkit, published by the American Library Engineers Association of Illinois. The Association. The guide provides resources The Chicago Botanic Garden received honor recognizes outstanding lifelong developed from the authors’ deep a $10 million gift from the Negaunee contributions in the field of structural experience in library management. Foundation to underwrite conservation engineering. science research and action programs Dr. Elana Ashley, Dream Image Press, to address critical local and national Bernard Weinger JCC presents “Humans was honored in the 2019 Mate E. Palmer environmental problems. It is the largest of Tel Aviv,” an exhibit by famed Israeli Communications Contest sponsored by grant in the Garden’s history to be dedicated photographer Erez Kaganovitz. The display the Illinois Woman’s Press Association. Her to programming and research. is open to the public through May 2020. book Bullying and Prevention Strategies: Interview with Educator and Author Dr. Elana Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, in partnership with The Rotary Club of Northbrook recently Ashley received second place recognition the University of Michigan, has designed awarded 40 grants to community in the Book Designed by Entrant category. a new open-source, artificially intelligent organizations in May, for a total of $40,000. prosthetic leg now available to the scientific Recipients included the Northfield Costco Wholesale, Allstate, UPS, and community. The leg’s free-to-copy design Township Food Pantry, Youth Services of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital and programming will accelerate scientific Glenview/Northbrook, Josselyn Center, were among the top 100 employers in advances by uniting research efforts across Center for Enriched Living, Hunger Illinois in a new Forbes survey, based the field of bionics. Resource Network, and TotalLink2 on responses from over 50,000 workers Community. nationwide at companies with over 500 Justin Breen, BrEpic won a Golden employees. Trumpet Award in Media Relations from UL has acquired kVA, a consulting company the Publicity Club of Chicago. BrEpic was that advises automotive developers and

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Monthly Events Summer Events Cont. from pg. 4 Fourth of July Parade and Festivities, Thursday, July 4 SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) Roundtable Northbrook is well known for its day-long celebration of Independence Day, starting Wednesday, July 10 with the early morning Liberty Loop 5K and pancake breakfast, and wrapping up 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. with spectacular fireworks at night. The centerpiece of the afternoon is the Mile Chamber Office Long Parade that wends its way through downtown, filled with marching bands Members are invited to bring their lunch. and colorful floats. This year, the Chamber will participate in the parade to share At this informal roundtable discussion, small its commitment to making Northbrook a great place to work, live, shop and dine. business owners and entrepreneurs help each Downtown Sidewalk Sale, July 5 and 6; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. other problem solve and discuss relevant business Continuing a festive atmosphere for the Fourth of July weekend, the shopping concerns. Discussion is driven by participants, centers along Cherry Lane welcome guests for a two-day open air marketplace. and often centers around best practices, the latest The Sidewalk Sale is an all-ages event with 40 participating vendors including trends, marketing tips and technology. brick-and-mortar stores, local nonprofits, and pop-up booths. A lucky prize winner will receive a makeover on July 5 with services from Carolyn Lorraine First Friday Networking Breakfast Salon, apparel from Juniper and Payton Rose boutiques, and lunch from Little Friday, July 12 (Note the date) Louie’s. Pony rides, kids activities, and music from Bach2Rock make the event 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. very family-friendly. For detailed information, visit the Northbrook Sidewalk Sale Chamber Office Facebook page. $12 members, $20 guests payable at the door Join over 120 members and guests for proven Northbrook Days, Wednesday, July 31 - Sunday, Aug. 4 networking opportunities at the First Friday A signature event going back more than 90 years, the Northbrook Days festival Networking breakfast. The structured breakfast transforms the Village Green Park with carnival rides and games, a variety of includes time for informal networking, brief food vendors, live music performances, and raffle drawings. This extravaganza introductions and roundtable discussions that will is presented by the Northbrook Civic Foundation, which returns its proceeds to give you solid business leads. Guests MUST register the community as scholarships and grants to local organizations. Nearly 30,000 24 hours in advance. attend the festival over the five days. Event sponsors gain great visibility while also providing support for Civic’s charitable projects. For more information, visit Women in Business Luncheon NorthbrookDays.com Thursday, July 18 The Chamber will kick off the Northbrook Days Opening Night with a Business 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. After Hours event in the Beer & Wine Garden on July 31. To RSVP, call (847) 513-6361. Marriott Suites Deerfield 2 Parkway North, Deerfield Sunny Skies Shine on Chamber Golf Outing $22 for members before July 15 $27 for guests & members after July 15 Mother Nature smiled on the Chamber’s Annual Golf Outing on June 14, giving Women of the Northbrook and DBR Chambers will over 150 participants a fun-filled day of friendly competition and socializing at welcome State Representative Bob Morgan, a leading Sportsman’s Country Club. Despite gusty breezes, the bright sun kept the golfers voice in the Illinois General Assembly on marijuana policy, feeling positive as they participated in a best ball scramble tournament with skills to speak on the evolution of cannabis legislation. Women contests along the way. In the evening, golfers and other members gathered are invited to build new connections at this informative for a delicious awards dinner at Marcello’s. Thanks to the contributions of our networking event. sponsors, volunteers, donors and participants, this successful event raised over $30,000 to support the Chamber’s programs and community service projects. (See photo page to the right.) Special Business After Hours Wednesday, July 31 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Save the date Meal Packing Event - Thursday, August 29 Northbrook Days Beer Garden -Village Green Park For the eighth year, Chamber members will come together to help fight hunger in No charge to attend; $20 guests our community by assembling 30,000 pasta meals for distribution to food pantries Meet at Village Green Park to mix and mingle and soup kitchens. This inspiring event is a great team-building experience, so with Chamber friends and members of the Civic start organizing your employees and friends to volunteer together! This year’s Foundation while celebrating the opening night of meal packing will be completed in one two-hour shift beginning at 11:30 a.m. Northbrook Days, a festival that has been a beloved Registration and additional information will be included in the August community tradition for over 90 years. Enjoy festival newsletter. The event is sponsored by the Chamber as a way for members to favorites including hot dogs, brats, corn and funnel give back to the community. We are grateful to the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook for cakes and learn how funds raised by Northbrook hosting. Mark your calendar and plan to join us as we make a difference for those Days support scholarships and local non-profits. in need.

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Chamber members enjoyed a beautiful day and warm camaraderie at the Annual Golf Outing & Dinner. Special thanks to Brad Floden, Cobalt Photography, for capturing the event in pictures.

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1. Jon Jay, Northbrook Rotary, won the Allstate putting contest and received a Swag Handsome One putter from Andrew Schmitt, Swag Golf™ Company. 2. The Outing’s winning foursome: Bobby Schutz, Alan Karzen, Alan Karzen Restoration, John Jay, Northbrook Rotary, and Dick Hochschild, American Weathermakers. 3. Howard Schultz, North Suburban YMCA, winner of a long drive contest. 4. The UL foursome: Randy Haseman, Steve Margis, Bob Pence and Dave Schweitzer. 5. Larry Rosenthal, Unique Upholstery, Carpet & Rug Cleaning and Dmitry Faybysh, Bankcard Analytics. 6. Gail Eisenberg, 22nd Century Media and Kris Gorenberg, Ruben & Goldberg LLC. 7. Staff members from Buffalo Wild Wings greeted golfers at their hole. 8. AA Service Co. team members participated as golfers and beverage station sponsors. 9. Jason Kamman, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.

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Summer Fun CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 2019 Hot Deals Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Athletico Center Save $100 with 20-day camp pass 1 2 3 4 5 Valid through August 1. l Chamber Office Closed Chamber Office Closed Cobalt Photography in observance of the 25% off outdoor family photo shoot. Independence Day Valid through August 31.

Family-Safe Biking 8 9 10 11 12 Free bike tours Valid through August 31. Small Office/Home Chamber Board Mtg Office Rountable 7:30 a.m. - 9::00 a.m. First Friday 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Chamber Office Networking Breakfast Goldfish Swim School Chamber Office 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Free trial class Chamber Office Valid through August 31 15 16 17 18 19 High Five Sports Zone - Northbrook Court Women in Business $100 off one week or more of camp Luncheon Register by July 31 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Marriott Suites Deerfield Life Time Athletic Chamber members recieve 50% off the joiners fee 22 23 24 25 26 Valid through July 31 Business Expo & Noggin Builders After Hours Chamber members save $25 on STEM camp for Hilton Chicago Northbrook 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m kids. Valid through August 1. 29 30 31 1 2 UPS Store - Northbrook $55 to ship summer camp gear Business After Hours First Friday Valid through July 31 Northbrook Days, Village Networking Breakfast Green Park 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Restrictions may apply. For more details & special offers go to 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m Chamber Office northbrookchamber.org