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| 9/21/2021 | IDHR's Institute: Accountability Culture 
When employers tolerate incivility or disrespectful behaviors that are demeaning, belittling, coarse or uncivil, it can create an environment ripe for illegal harassment. Education on civility, respect and inclusion can help create a workplace culture free of harassment. This training will define and list examples of civility/incivility and discuss the impact of incivility on the work environment. Workplace harassment will be discussed, including examples of harassing behaviors in the workplace and employers’ liability for workplace harassment in Illinois. The training will explain the responsibilities of managers and employees in preventing, correcting and reporting harassment; and provide guidelines for establishing a civil, harassment-free work environment. This three-hour version has been revised and updated to include more activities to promote participant engagement. more info... |
| 9/21/2021 | IDHR's Institute: Team Excellence
The goal of every team is to perform at its highest level, and the secret to achieving high performance is this—having team members who CARE. Care in the literal sense, as well as in the sense of the acronym for the following traits: Communication, Ability, Results, and Esprit de corps. These four traits are the foundation of team excellence. You will find practical strategies for developing each trait throughout the training. more info... |
| 9/21/2021 | MC: Membership Committee  Monthly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Membership Committee. Traditionally on the third Tuesday of month at noon. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members prior to the meeting.more info... |
| 9/21/2021 | IDHR's Institute: How To Manage Your Emotions
This course is designed to give you the tools you need to recognize your emotional triggers, control your emotional and physical responses, and handle other’s emotions. As a result, you will be able to communicate more effectively with supervisors and coworkers, be able to channel negative energy into more positive and productive activities and will promote your overall emotional intelligence. more info... |
| 9/22/2021 | Workshop: Proactive Practices to Reduce Workers Compensation Spending
Topic: Proactive Practices to Reduce Workers Compensation Spending more info... |
| 9/22/2021 | IDHR's Institute: Appreciating Diversity
Diversity training has evolved from focusing solely on eliminating discrimination to proactively seeking inclusion. In the end, diversity is about cultivating meaningful relationships. This training explains what behaviors create separation, how to foster a culture of inclusion, recognize different ways of conveying respect to individuals, and behaviors that influence others to be part of the solution. more info... |
| 9/23/2021 | 37th annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble   The Marion Chamber of Commerce will hold its 37th annual Golf Scramble on Thursday, September 23 at Kokopelli Golf Course. A four-person team is $400. Registration includes use of the range, green fees, golf cart rental, and a chance at great prizes and more!Registration Morning Flight: 7:30 am; shotgun start begins at 8:30 am. Afternoon Flight: 12:30 to 1:30 pm, shotgun start begins at 1:30 pm Skins and 4 Mulligans included with team registration. more info... |
| 9/23/2021 | IDHR's Institute: Emotional Intelligence
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools to develop your emotional intelligence. You’ll learn how to avoid self-sabotaging outcomes by altering how you perceive and respond to emotionally-charged situations. In addition, you’ll improve your ability to resolve conflict constructively, create a productive work environment, build and mend relationships, and bounce back from setbacks and disappointment. more info... |
| 9/23/2021 | IDHR's Institute: Intercultural Communication
In order to succeed in today’s society, we must be able to communicate across cultural lines. Lack of cultural competency can cause increased frustration among employees, which will lead to conflict that inevitably impacts productivity and your bottom line. This training looks at race, ethnicity, language and religion as workplace issues and explores how dialogue can be used to open communication, break down stereotypes and facilitate more productive relationships. more info... |
| 9/24/2021 | Dr. Zhivegas at Marion Elks #800 Lake of Egypt  Come be a part of this great fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois (Marion location). Gate opens at 5:30pm. Show starts at 8:00pm.The entry price is only a non-refundable $10.00 donation. Food trucks will be on site including Jack's Deli, Sweet Shiskabobs and Winston's Bagels by B-Rad. Tickets for the concert and the shuttle bus are available at the Elks Lodge at 204 S. Market Street. Tickets can also be purchased through Eventbrite at https://marionelksdrz.eventbrite.com. All ticket sale proceeds go to Boys and Girls Club of Southern IL, Marion center. more info... |
| 9/24/2021 | BLUE JEANS 4 BLUE DOORS EVENT  Created as a casual outdoor barbecue, Blue Jeans 4 Blue Doors will take place on and around the patio located beside Touch of Nature’s Freeburg Hall. Tents will surround the patio area to provide ample space for individual groups to socially distance. Dinner will be served off the grill and a cash bar will provide opportunities to purchase sodas, domestic and craft beer, wine, and the signature drink of the evening, “The Blue Door”. Drink tickets will be available for sale. Doors will open at 5:30 PM.Wine & Dine Raffle Flyer Traeger Grill Raffle more info... |
| 9/25/2021 | Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days
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| 9/26/2021 | Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days
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| 9/30/2021 | MC - Live2Lead Planning Meeting Agenda will be shared with committee members prior to meeting. To join this committee, please contact the chamber office. Live2Lead: Changing Your World Event Details more info... |
| 9/30/2021 | Webinar: Tourism Attractions & Festivals Grant Program  Please join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's Office of Regional Economic Development for a webinar to learn more about the Illinois Tourism Attractions & Festivals Grant Program. The Tourism Attractions & Festivals Grant Program is aimed at revitalizing the hard-hit tourism industry by bringing back new and returning tourism attractions and festivals to our state. Grants up to $1,000,000 will be awarded to establish and enhance tourism attractions or festivals.Presenter: Adrian Madunic, Northwest Regional Manager and Kim Watson, Southern Region Senior Account Manager of Regional Economic Development, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity more info... |
| 10/2/2021 | Electronics Recycling Event  Since 2015, the City of Marion has hosted an electronics recycling program for its citizens. This year's event will be October 2nd, please see the list below for acceptable drop off items.Last year they diverted 34, 362 items(2 semi trailers worth) from the local landfill. Below are just some of the breakdown, these are items and not Lbs. If you are interested in volunteering for this year's event, please contact Terance Henry at 618-997-6281 Event Information PDF more info... |
| 10/3/2021 -10/9/2021 | Williamson County Fair  Save the Date for this year's Williamson County Fair!
Fair Food, Demo Derby, Pageant, Pumpkin Carving, Haybale Painting and so much more....Check out a full listing on https://www.williamsoncountyillinoisfair.com/more info... |
| 10/5/2021 | MC: Board of Directors Meeting  Monthly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Traditionally on the first Tuesday of month at 8 am. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members prior to the meeting.Learn more about our Board. more info... |
| 10/7/2021 | Marion Homecoming Parade (Tentative Date  Theme: "There's No Place Like Homecoming.Depending on the weather forecast, the parade will be on Thursday, October 7th OR Friday, October 8th. The date will be determined on Monday, October 4th. An announcement will be made on the Marion High School Student Council Facebook and Twitter accounts as to which day the parade will be held.
Begins at the Marion High School, then up Carbon Street, east on Hendrickson to Russell, north to Main St. and east to the fairgrounds. Entry Information: In order to participate in the Homecoming Parade as a float entry, you must complete and submit this form. https://forms.gle/PjYiapFpGTzzSzjW8 more info... |
| 10/7/2021 | MC: Ambassador Committee Quarterly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Membership Committee. Traditionally on the first Thursday of month at 10:30 am. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members prior to the meeting. more info... |
| 10/7/2021 | MC - Live2Lead Planning Meeting Agenda will be shared with committee members prior to meeting. To join this committee, please contact the chamber office. Live2Lead: Changing Your World Event Details more info... |
| 10/8/2021 | Marion Homecoming Parade (Tentative Date Theme: "There's No Place Like Homecoming.Depending on the weather forecast, the parade will be on Thursday, October 7th OR Friday, October 8th. The date will be determined on Monday, October 4th. An announcement will be made on the Marion High School Student Council Facebook and Twitter accounts as to which day the parade will be held.
Begins at the Marion High School, then up Carbon Street, east on Hendrickson to Russell, north to Main St. and east to the fairgrounds. Entry Information: In order to participate in the Homecoming Parade as a float entry, you must complete and submit this form. https://forms.gle/PjYiapFpGTzzSzjW8 more info... |
| 10/9/2021 | Connections Camp
Join us for a great day of remembrance A safe place to share your grief with other kids and teens who have been through similar loss. Crafts and activities to help you process and express your grief. We will end the day with a memorial celebration to commemorate your loved one in a special way. A simultaneous adult program to help parents/guardians understand their own grief and help with yours. October 9, 2021 8:30am – 3:00pm Grief Camp for Kids and Teens ages 5-17, an Adult must accompany each camper! Free one day camp, space is limited register today! Join us at: The Boy’s and girl’s Club of SI at 2706 W. Main St., Marion, IL 62959 more info... |
| 10/9/2021 | 2021 Southern Illinois Made Expo GENERAL EVENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
On behalf of State Senator Dale Fowler, the Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce, the Shop Southern Illinois program, and the Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois, we would like to invite you to take part in the Southern Illinois Made Expo. After the postponement of the July 2020 event, we are excited to announce the 2021 event will be on October 9th & 10th, 2021 from 10a.m. to 4p.m. both days at The Pavilion in Marion. The event is open to the public and encourages the hardworking local businesses of Southern Illinois to display their impressive products and wonderful destinations. The 2019 event hosted over 3,000 attendees. Along with our date change to encourage holiday shopping, our promotion plan will include digital, television, and radio partners which will encourage greater attendance. Proceeds from the 2021 Southern Illinois Made Expo will go to Operation Honor Guard. Operation Honor Guard raises money for veterans services organizations (Ex: American Legions, VFW Posts, etc.) that provide military funerals for fallen veterans. A donation of $5 to Operation Honor Guard will be suggested for admission for all guests. These donations will be shared with veterans’ service organizations across Southern Illinois to ensure their honor guards are equipped to provide our fallen veterans with the honor and respect they deserve for their military service at their funerals. About the Event - Exhibitors from all over the region are invited to display and sell their innovative products, unique creations, and tasty treats as well as showcasing fabulous Southern Illinois destinations. Both Saturday and Sunday exhibition dates will offer a unique opportunity for exhibitors to sell directly to the public and wholesale/retail buyers. Potential customers can see, sample, and purchase products while also learning about the many destinations Southern Illinois has to offer. Vendors are encouraged to network with fellow booth exhibitors to boost their customer base and business network. To Apply – Registration Deadline: September 8th at 4 p.m. Booth prices start at $75 (plus processing fee). This portal is for booth applications. For more information on the application process and requirements and to find the Participation Agreement Form, please continue on to the next page. Please note - Expo management has the right to refuse ANY vendor if they do NOT meet Exhibitor Eligibility. Exhibitor Eligibility – The main goal is to feature products produced in Southern Illinois or destinations available in Southern Illinois. Items not made in /located in Southern Illinois are not permitted. Types of vendors the Southern Illinois Made Expo is particularly interested in displaying:
Agree to all Exhibitor Rules & Regulations listed in the Participation Agreement Form section. (Link to PDF) Must provide Proof of Certificate of Insurance by September 8th at 4 p.m. (Link to PDF) more info... |
| 10/10/2021 | Roger Hines Memorial Golf Tournament  The Roger Hines Memorial Golf Tournament is a fundraiser that raises money to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in Southern Illinois. We invite you to take part in this year's event. 4 person scramble: $ 70 per person. Tee off at noon. Contact Chuck for details. more info... |
| 10/10/2021 | 2021 Southern Illinois Made Expo GENERAL EVENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
On behalf of State Senator Dale Fowler, the Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce, the Shop Southern Illinois program, and the Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois, we would like to invite you to take part in the Southern Illinois Made Expo. After the postponement of the July 2020 event, we are excited to announce the 2021 event will be on October 9th & 10th, 2021 from 10a.m. to 4p.m. both days at The Pavilion in Marion. The event is open to the public and encourages the hardworking local businesses of Southern Illinois to display their impressive products and wonderful destinations. The 2019 event hosted over 3,000 attendees. Along with our date change to encourage holiday shopping, our promotion plan will include digital, television, and radio partners which will encourage greater attendance. Proceeds from the 2021 Southern Illinois Made Expo will go to Operation Honor Guard. Operation Honor Guard raises money for veterans services organizations (Ex: American Legions, VFW Posts, etc.) that provide military funerals for fallen veterans. A donation of $5 to Operation Honor Guard will be suggested for admission for all guests. These donations will be shared with veterans’ service organizations across Southern Illinois to ensure their honor guards are equipped to provide our fallen veterans with the honor and respect they deserve for their military service at their funerals. About the Event - Exhibitors from all over the region are invited to display and sell their innovative products, unique creations, and tasty treats as well as showcasing fabulous Southern Illinois destinations. Both Saturday and Sunday exhibition dates will offer a unique opportunity for exhibitors to sell directly to the public and wholesale/retail buyers. Potential customers can see, sample, and purchase products while also learning about the many destinations Southern Illinois has to offer. Vendors are encouraged to network with fellow booth exhibitors to boost their customer base and business network. To Apply – Registration Deadline: September 8th at 4 p.m. Booth prices start at $75 (plus processing fee). This portal is for booth applications. For more information on the application process and requirements and to find the Participation Agreement Form, please continue on to the next page. Please note - Expo management has the right to refuse ANY vendor if they do NOT meet Exhibitor Eligibility. Exhibitor Eligibility – The main goal is to feature products produced in Southern Illinois or destinations available in Southern Illinois. Items not made in /located in Southern Illinois are not permitted. Types of vendors the Southern Illinois Made Expo is particularly interested in displaying:
Agree to all Exhibitor Rules & Regulations listed in the Participation Agreement Form section. (Link to PDF) Must provide Proof of Certificate of Insurance by September 8th at 4 p.m. (Link to PDF) more info... |
| 10/12/2021 | Membership Luncheon - October 2021 The Marion Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to our Monthly Membership Luncheon on October 12th, 2021 at the Marion Knights of Columbus starting at noon. This luncheon will be a HYBRID luncheon and include a ZOOM component for those who cannot attend in person. Lunch menu is: Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, Caesar salad, and rolls. Iced Tea or Lemonade.
Please register below to receive an email with Event info and ZOOM login information (if requested).
With the latest COVID Mitigations, we request social distancing for our in-person attendees and to wear a mask when arriving and when not seated at your table. Thank you for your support! PROGRAM: Camille Dorris of  Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
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| 10/19/2021 | MC: Membership Committee Monthly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Membership Committee. Traditionally on the third Tuesday of month at noon. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members prior to the meeting.more info... |
| 10/20/2021 | MC: Marketing Committee Monthly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Marketing Committee. Traditionally on the third Wednesday of month at 8 am. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members.more info... |
| 10/21/2021 | MC: Legislative Affairs Committee  Monthly Meeting of the Marion Chamber of Commerce Legislative Affairs Committee. Traditionally on the third Thursday of the month at 8 am. Agenda and location will be sent to committee members prior to the meeting.more info... |
| 10/21/2021 | Super Shredder Event at SIU Credit Union - Carbondale  SIU Credit Union, with the assistance of WPSD Local 6, again plans to host several Super Shredder events in 2021. These events allow individuals to bring up to 50 pounds of personal documents to be shredded on-site for free. Each Super Shredder is held from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.more info... |
| 10/21/2021 | Awards Committee Meeting Meeting packet will be provided prior to the meeting. If you are interested in learning more about the committee, please contact the chamber office at 618-997-6311. more info... |
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Events available for Registration...
37th annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble - Registration 9/23/2021 register for this event... 37th annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble - Sponsorship 9/23/2021 register for this event... 2021 Southern Illinois Made Expo 10/9/2021 - 10/10/2021 Registration has Closed for this event. Membership Luncheon - October 2021 10/12/2021 register for this event... Live2Lead: Changing Your World - Corporate Packages 10/29/2021 register for this event... Live2Lead: Changing Your World - Registration 10/29/2021 register for this event... 101th Marion Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet & Auction - Sponsorship 1/14/2022 Registration is Coming Soon for this event |
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Verlinda Henshaw, OTD,MS,OTR/L , currently serves as the Executive Director of Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine Services at SIH. Verlinda has over 20 years experience in working with employers and employees to prevent and reduce the cost of workers compensation claims. She currently serves as a consultant to health care facilities as well as businesses to develop proactive programs for occupational health. As a business owner herself she understands the impact high MOD and DART rates can have on the company’s bottom line.
