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Mercyhealth Woodstock 2000 LakeAve., Woodstock (815) 337-7100 (888) 983-7100 MercyHealthSystem.org Table of Contents WHAT’S INSIDE Woodstock Chamber . 6 Woodstock Welcome . 7 City of Woodstock . 8 Community . 10 City Phone Numbers . 11 Important Phone Numbers . 12 Emergency Services . 16 City Services . 17 Local Government . 18 Federal Government . 20. This publication was produced by the Northwest Herald for the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce. All editorial content and Transportation . 21 photographs were provided and proofed by the Woodstock Tourism . 22 Chamber of Commerce. Every effort has been made to assure the Historic Woodstock . 26 accuracy of the information in this publication. The Chamber and Northwest Herald assumes no responsibility for misinformation. Parks & Recreation . 30 Please contact the Chamber with any additions or corrections. Residential Living . 36 Reproduction in whole or in part without permission of the Education . 38 Chamber and Northwest Herald is prohibited. Hispanic Connections . 46 Group Advertising Director — Jim Ringness Project Manager — Mark Solak Places of Worship . 48 Editor — Kara Silva Dining Guide . 50 Graphic Designer — Allison LaPorta Cover Design — a5 Branding and Digital Non-Profit Organizations . 58 cover photo credit — Alberto Perez Categorical Listing of Photos — Emory Photography, Melissa Emory, Chamber Members . 62 Paolo Cascio, Krista Coltrin and Copy Express, Ken Favre ON THE COVER Congratulations to our distinguished Cover Photo Features. Hispanic Connections Founders, Juanita Vega, Insurance & WOODSTOCK Financial Planning, Olga Ortiz of Berry Global, Teresa and CHAMBER Arturo Flores of Flores Banquets and Success Realty Partners. of COMMERCE & INDUSTRY Casey Meyers of Berkshire Hathaway Starke Realty Larry O’Connor of OWC, Other World Computing 127 E. 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WHAT DOES CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE: Woodstock Chamber Office & Real Woodstock Visitor’s Center · Access to a dynamic chamber website & mobile app with tools to help you market your business. 127 E. Calhoun Street • (815) 338-2436 Office Hours: M-F 9am to 5pm · Online business directory listing · Community guidebook member directory listing, over 12,000 Woodstock Chamber of copies distributed annually Commerce & Industry · Exclusive community guidebook advertising opportunities · Visitor center business card & brochure space EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR · Access to networking groups Danielle Gulli · Access to year-round local & multi-chamber mixers OFFICERS · Opportunity to host mixers President — Kathryn Loprino, Woodstock Public House · Chamber leadership opportunities Vice President — Michael Potter, · Advertising opportunities ESC! Technologies Group LLC Treasurer — Noel Baldwin, · Event & program sponsorships NBaldwin Company · A voice in government BOARD OF DIRECTORS · Chamber advocacy Jim Campion, Campion Curran Lamb & Cunabaugh · Member pricing on marketing Co-op opportunities with Matt Eesley, Northwestern Medicine Chamber & Real Woodstock Darrin Flynn, D&A Salon l Apothecary Nancy Hiatt, The Kare Group · Educational opportunities as an attendee and/or a presenter Jim O’Leary, Copy Express · Volunteer opportunities – A chance to give back! Dr. Michael Rein, Back on Track Chiropractic Laura Witlox, EMH Consulting Group · Member referrals – Grow your sales team instantly! EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS · Increased visibility and credibility in the community Garrett Anderson, City of Woodstock Director of · Grand opening and anniversary ribbon cuttings Economic Development BECOME PART OF THE WOODSTOCK CHAMBER FAMILY! CHAMBER STAFF Office Manager — Brenda Grisolia Real Woodstock Applications for PROMOTE WOODSTOCK BOARD OF DIRECTORS Miss Woodstock 2019 Mike Turner, Maureen Larson, Tom Dougherty, are Available through the Rodney Paglialong, Danielle Gulli Woodstock Chamber of A5 BRANDING & DIGITAL John Harris & Patrick Casey Commerce. 6 www.woodstockilchamber.com Chamber Welcome oodstock is the bustling county seat of On behalf of the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce & McHenry County, Illinois. It’s the perfect blend Industry membership, welcome to our annual Woodstock of country and city living, far enough from Community Guide and Business Directory. This annual W the city to enjoy the peace and beauty of it’s community guide is your best source for discovering all rural surroundings, yet close enough to Metro areas to enjoy that Woodstock has to offer its residents and visitors. Enjoy their amenities with the added convenience of access to information on local government, businesses, chamber and public transportation. History and community connections community events, as well as local attractions. run deep, while a kind and welcoming people are the heart and soul of Woodstock. Our local businesses are second As you peruse through this guide, you’ll be impressed with to none in meeting and exceeding the expectations of our the abundant and unique goods and services available in residents and visitors. Dining, shopping and local events our community. For even more up-to-date information on make Woodstock Square a beloved destination for visitors, member businesses, events and services in Woodstock, visit from near and far. Woodstock is a city rich in educational the Chamber on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, and visit opportunities and recreational options, and it has a diverse our Online Business Directory at woodstockilchamber.com, culture, art and music scene. Entrepreneurism, creativity, where we keep you connected! philanthropy and service abound in Woodstock, yet the quaint sense of community charm for which Woodstock is Our chamber membership warmly welcomes you to famous remains strong. Woodstock and hopes you will consider us as you “shop local first” when purchasing products, procuring services, For more than 73 years, the Woodstock Chamber of and seeking out dining establishments and entertainment Commerce has been supporting and advocating for venues. Our whole community benefits when we choose Woodstock business by sponsoring great community events, to shop locally. Shop at the places that support our local and promoting its membership. community first! www.woodstockilchamber.com 7 Welcome to the City of Woodstock n behalf of the City shows, festivals, weddings, the annual Memorial Day Parade and its residents, and welcome home celebrations for our returning service men welcome to and women. A day of shopping in Woodstock’s unique and O Woodstock, a inviting stores recalls memories of scenes and personalities growing, vibrant community with associated with the Dick Tracy cartoon. Chester Gould, creator strong commitments to long-held and cartoonist