Our Events

OUR EVENTS

The Parks Chamber produces world-class events to help promote our members’ products and services while also connecting our members to each other and to the community.
Please visit our Events Calendar and our gallery of photos and videos for more information.
GOLF OUTING
At our annual outing in Agusut,144 business and community leaders enjoy 18 holes of golf, breakfast, cocktails, and a late lunch at Aldeen Golf Club. The outing features a Scramble golf competition with contest prizes and trophies. Activity Golf Hole Sponsors offer additional contests, food tastings, and beverage giveaways throughout the course.


ANNUAL MEETING
At our Annual Meeting, City of Loves Park Mayor Greg Jury and Village of Machesney Park Mayor Steve Johnson present "State of The Parks" in addition to updates from our Chairman of the Board and Executive Director.


NETWORKING EVENTS
The Parks Chamber hosts networking events throughout the year to connect our members to each other and to the community. Visit our online CALENDAR to view and register for upcoming events.


HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR
Held in December, The Parks Chamber Holiday Happy Hour is a casual networking event that showcases a local establishment and features complimentary food and drink tastings.


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Various sponsorship opportunities are available throughout the year for Parks Chamber events. Please CONTACT US for details about upcoming opportunities.
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONIES
The Parks Chamber can help produce Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies in support of our members, and we’re proud to provide the following services:
  • We coordinate participation with Elected Officials to include the Mayors of Loves Park and Machesney Park, our County Board Chair, and our State Legislators.
  • We invite the Young at Heart Queen and Princesses and The Parks Chamber Board of Directors to participate in the ceremonies.
  • We help promote the event on The Parks Chamber Calendar and social media.
  • We publish and send Media Advisories to Rockford Area media contacts and community leaders in advance of the events.
  • We provide giant scissors and red ribbons for the ceremonies (custom-printed ribbons with your logo can be available for purchase).
  • We create Agendas and Suggested Talking Points documents, which help you, elected officials, and other presenters prepare for the events.
  • We serve as Emcee during the events, introducing and thanking participants while also congratulating our members on their accomplishments. 
  • We share Media Coverage and/or event Photos on The Parks Chamber social media.

OTHER MEMBER EVENTS
Parks Chamber members are also invited to attend Member Events - like Business Afterhours networking events and open houses - in addition to our Signature Events. 

CONTACT US for more information about hosting a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony or another Member Event at your business.
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