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SEASPAR is thrilled to once again partner with the Village of Indian Head Park for its beloved annual Movie in the Park event, bringing families and community members together for a magical evening of inclusive recreation and summer fun.
Jeff’s Bagel Run is officially open in Downers Grove, bringing freshly baked, scratch-made bagels and a warm community spirit to the heart of town. Owners Drew Lessaris and JD Dougherty are thrilled to welcome neighbors, friends, and visitors into their newest location and share their love for authentic bagels made fresh daily.
Midwestern University proudly announces the appointment of Brianne N. Hobbs, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO, as the new Dean of the Chicago College of Optometry (CCO). Dr. Hobbs brings to the position an extensive and distinguished record of academic leadership, clinical expertise, and a long-standing commitment to excellence in optometric education.
DuPagePads, a pioneering organization dedicated to ending homelessness in DuPage County, is thrilled to welcome three new community members to its Board of Directors.
Midwestern University is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Radtke, Ed.D., M.S., as Dean of the College of Health Sciences for the Downers Grove Campus. A distinguished leader in higher education with more than two decades of academic, clinical, and administrative experience, Dr. Radtke brings a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, student success, and program innovation.
The Downers Grove Historical Society will honor longtime community leader Lisa Rasin for her decades of dedicated service at a special celebration on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the James Henry Breasted Auditorium at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove.
The Downers Grove Public Library (DGPL) is proud to announce that Jade Parks, Teen Program Coordinator, has been recognized as the Illinois Library Association’s Young Adult Library Professional of the Year. This award recognizes outstanding service to young adults by creating and implementing library programs and services that identify and meet needs in their community.
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This article is written by Cathy Jama, CEO of CJ Commercial Real Estate Solutions & Chamber630 Board Member In today’s competitive market, visibility is everything. Businesses that align themselves with trusted community organizations gain not just recognition—but relationships, credibility, and a lasting presence. One powerful way to make that happen is by leveraging sponsorship and […]
The Downers Grove Public Library is proud to announce Julie Milavec, Director of the Downers Grove Public Library (DGPL), as the recipient of the Illinois Library Association’s Librarian of the Year award for 2025. This prestigious award celebrates Milavec’s lifelong commitment to the profession, her many professional accomplishments, and her dedication to libraries and the communities they serve.
Team up and get ready for a fun-filled opportunity to play together as a community while making a real difference during the 23rd annual Rock & Bowl to End Homelessness, an event dedicated to raising needed support for DuPagePads!
Midwestern University Interim President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua Baker, O.D., M.S., is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Inouye, Ph.D., as Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.
Your Chamber630 membership provides a powerful platform to enhance your business’s presence and connect with potential clients, partners, and industry leaders. Here’s how you can maximize your visibility through Chamber630 marketing.
Vision problems, when left untreated, can profoundly affect a person’s quality of life, leading to difficulty reading, working, or even safely navigating daily tasks. Yet, for those without insurance or financial resources, routine eye care and necessary treatments can be difficult to access.
Sola Salons Downers Grove proudly marked its one-year anniversary with a lively open house event, welcoming tenants, their families, friends, and members of the community. The celebration honored a successful first year in business and showcased the vibrant culture that has flourished within the salon studios.
The OCD & Anxiety Center, a leading mental health practice with locations in Oak Brook, Orland Park, and Marietta, Georgia, is proud to announce that its clinical team recently completed months of specialized training in Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), an evidence-based approach for treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
As part of our ongoing series on maximizing your Chamber630 membership, we’re diving deeper into the powerful advocacy and business resources available to you as a member. Staying competitive in today’s business environment means keeping ahead of policy shifts, legislative developments, and economic trends—and that’s exactly where your Chamber630 membership delivers real value.