Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry

06/12/2026

📞 We're Back In Business! 📞

Good news! Our Chamber phone lines are back up and running.

Thank you for your patience while we worked through the issue. We are once again available by phone and ready to assist our members and community.

As always, you can also reach us by email at [email protected].

Thank you for your understanding and support!

06/12/2026

Are you getting the most out of your Chamber membership? Or want to know what the Chamber can do to help your business? We’re here to help you make the most of it!

Join us for Chamber 101, an informative session designed to help you maximize your investment, build valuable connections, and explore all the benefits available to you.

During this session, you’ll learn more about:

-Member benefits and updates
-Networking opportunities
-Marketing and social media reach
-Annual events and ribbon cuttings
-Live ChamberMaster demo
-Open Q&A

Whether you're a new member, just looking for a refresher or don't know what the Chamber does, this is a great opportunity to get plugged in and take full advantage of your membership.

RSVP today by scanning the QR code, visiting our website, calling 815-433-0084, emailing [email protected] or clicking this link: (https://business.ottawachamberillinois.com/events/details/chamber-101-make-the-most-of-your-chamber-membership-13380)

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,

Ottawa Area Chamber Team

06/12/2026

Our hearts go out to all of those affected by these terrible storms yesterday.

Good morning! It has been brought to our attention that there is a social media post (or maybe several) telling people to bring donations to the Streator Fire Department.

1. We appreciate everyone’s desire to help. That is one of the BEST qualities of our community is its compassion and eagerness to be a part of the solution.

2. Right now we are NOT prepared to take donations. Our crews are busy protecting the city, conducting damage assessments, and all of the work that comes with recovering. Please do not overwhelm the fire department with phone calls and traffic for donations as we need to be able to focus on helping others.

3. There will be a time for donations. For specific details about what to donate and where stay tuned to Streator Mayor Tara Bedei. All directions will come from the Emergency Operations Center.

Thank you all so much. You are truly an incredible community.

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

The Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market is back this Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM (some may stay later) in downtown Ottawa!

Spend your morning shopping local with a great selection of fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, specialty items, plants, and so much more from our amazing vendors.

Grab your family, invite your friends, and join us for another wonderful Saturday supporting local businesses and makers. We can't wait to see you at the market!

06/11/2026

📞 Chamber Phone Service Update 📞

Update 6/11- Still currently down.

Please note that our Chamber phone line is currently out of service. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and apologize for any inconvenience.

If you need to reach us, please email us at [email protected], and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

06/10/2026

🍽️🇺🇸 ATTENTION RESTAURANTS, PUBS, BAKERIES & CAFÉS! 🇺🇸🥧🍻

Do your customers swear your burger should be president?
Does your pie have a loyal following?
Is your craft beer winning approval ratings?
Then it's time to enter The Great Taste Debate!

Join us during Debate Days in Ottawa, Illinois (August 15–23) and put your best flavors on the ballot. Showcase your signature dishes, attract new customers, and earn bragging rights as one of the must-visit stops of Debate Days.

🎤 No mudslinging.
🍔 No attack ads.
🏆 Just great food, great drinks, and a little friendly competition.

Join these official participants:
👇
Misfits Ottawa, The Beach House, Keagan's Irish Pub On Main - Ottawa,IL, Valentino’s Pasta and Wine, Jeremiah Joe Coffee, Berta's Tap, Downtown Nutrition, The Ottawa Bakery

Think you belong on this list?

👉 Sign up today and let the public decide who deserves their taste-bud endorsement!

06/08/2026

⛳ SAVE THE DATE! ⛳

Mark your calendars for the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce River City Classic Golf Tournament!

📅 Thursday, September 24th, 2026
📍 Deer Park Golf Club (100 Deer Park Lane, Oglesby)
🕙 Registration Begins at 10:00 AM
🏌️ Shotgun Start at 11:00 AM

Join us for a day of networking, friendly competition, and fun on the course while supporting the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce and our mission to strengthen the local business community.

More details, sponsorship opportunities, team registration, contests, and prize information will be coming soon, so stay tuned!

We look forward to seeing you on the green for another great River City Classic! ⛳