Community News
Updates, announcements, and insights from the Chamber and local business community.
Illinois Army National Guard Band Returns to Elmhurst
Celebrating its 300th birthday, the 144th Army Band representing the Illinois Army National Guard will perform in the City of Elmhurst for the second year in a row marching in Elmhurst’s 105th Annual Memorial Day Parade through downtown Elmhurst on Monday, May 29, stepping off at 9:30 a.m.
True Patriots Care Displays American Flags in Wilder Park
In conjunction with Elmhurst’s 105th Memorial Day Parade, True Patriots Care will stage a patriotic display of 1,580 American flags in the Wilder Park on the lawn east of the Wilder Mansion from Thursday through Monday, May 25-29.
Vietnam Veteran Is Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade Grand Marshal
Elmhurst resident Russell F. Caforio, a Vietnam War combat veteran while serving in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant, will serve as the Grand Marshal for Elmhurst’s 105th Memorial Day Parade through downtown Elmhurst on Monday, May 29, stepping off from York and Third streets at 9:30 a.m.
Elmhurst Celebrates 105th Annual Memorial Day Parade on May 29
Led by Grand Marshal Russell F. Caforio, a United States Army combat veteran of the Vietnam War and long-time resident of Elmhurst, nearly 70 entries will march in Elmhurst’s 105th Annual Memorial Day Parade through downtown Elmhurst on Monday, May 29, stepping off at York and Third streets at 9:30 a.m.
26th Annual Art in Wilder Park Photo Page
Members of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry contribute to the exhibitor mix at the 26th Annual Art in Wilder Park on May 6-7.
President’s Message for May 2023
Elmhurst’s Umbrella Sky Project made its official debut in the Schiller Walkway in downtown Elmhurst the evening of April 29, with additional displays going up along north York Street and outside the Elmhurst Art Museum over the next two weeks, respectively.
‘Uncertainties’ Cloud Economic Picture: Fed Reports
While America’s post-pandemic economy is strong on a number of fronts, there are still some “uncertainties” that cloud the financial picture in the eyes of small businesses and wage earners alike.
21st Annual Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Luncheon Photo Page
Nearly 280 members and 40 exhibitors from the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry and 23 other suburban chambers of commerce participate in the 21st Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills in Oak Brook on April 6.
President’s Message for April 2023
Early voting for the April 4 Consolidated Elections will be available at Elmhurst City Hall (209 North York Street) and polling places across DuPage County will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Any eligible voter in DuPage can access any polling location within the county.
Illinois Announces $175M in B2B Grant Funding
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO) on March 21 announced that $175 million in Back to Business (B2B) grant funding will be available starting April 5 and running through May 10.
Elmhurst University’s Chen Given ECCI Chairman’s Award
Desiree Chen, Senior Director of Communications and External Relations at Elmhurst University, received the 2022 Chairman’s Award at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 104th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets on March 10.
Sanchez Honored as ECCI Ambassador of the Year for 2022
Elmhurst real estate agent Eva Sanchez was honored as 2022 Ambassador of the Year at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 104th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets on March 10.