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SUMMARY:Tour de Proviso 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Melrose Park is proud to host the Seventh Annual Tour de Proviso on Saturday\, October 3\, 2026. This free\, family-friendly community bike ride brings residents and neighboring communities together for a morning of recreation\, wellness and connection in Proviso Township. \nRiders of varying ages and experience levels are invited to participate. The ride will begin at 9:00 a.m. at Melrose Park Village Hall\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, and return to the same location following the route. \nOriginally started in 2020 by Mayor Katrina Thompson of Broadview as a way to foster wellness during the pandemic\, the annual event is organized in partnership with Best of Proviso Township and has grown into a rotating\, multi-community ride. Each year\, a different municipality takes the lead in organizing the route and activities. Melrose Park is hosting Tour de Proviso for the first time and is looking forward to welcoming riders this fall. \nTo register\, visit our landing page and sign-up today! \n 
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/tour-de-proviso-2026/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Village Hall Gym\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Food Sanitation Certification
DESCRIPTION:The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development and Triton College have joined together to offer a ServSafe Food Sanitation and Safety course on Wednesday\, June 24th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm at 900 N. 25th Ave\, Melrose Park\, IL 60160.  Food handler training is required by law. Restaurants are required to be in compliance and provide the safest eating experience possible. All restaurants are encouraged to have their sta? complete this training.  Completion of the course includes the Food Protection Manager Certification Test. \nRegistration for the ServSafe program will be only $52 – 50% off the normal training price due to a subsidy by the Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development.   \nSpace is limited.  Register early.  For more information see the attached flyer or contact the Chamber by calling 708-343-9500 or emailing info@mpcccd.org. \nClick the link below to Register: \nRegister for ServSafe course
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/food-sanitation-certification/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development\, 900 N. 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:How to Maximize Social Security with Michael Corrigan
DESCRIPTION:The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development invites you to its next seminar – “How to Maximize Social Security” led by Michael Corrigan. The seminar will take place on Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:15 am at 900 N 25th Ave\, Melrose Park\, IL 60160. The event is free of charge. This presentation is most valuable for people from 57 to 67 years of age. \nFor further information\, see the attached flyer or call the Chamber office at 708-343-9500. \nTo register\, click on the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer. \nRegister for “How to Maximize Social Security”
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/how-to-maximize-social-security-with-michael-corrigan/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development\, 900 N. 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:DCEO Business Resources Event
DESCRIPTION:The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development is pleased to announce our annual DCEO Business Resources event\, which will be held on Thursday\, March 26. Information will be shared regarding IL state resources regarding business technical assistance and business funding including grants and loans. Hosted by Diana Alfaro. \nTo register\, click on the link below: \nDCEO Business Resources Event \nOr use the QR code on the attached flyer. \n 
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/dceo-business-resources-event/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development\, 900 N. 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Tax Planning Strategies for your Business
DESCRIPTION:The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development is pleased to announce its first seminar of 2026-Taxes: What to Expect as a Small Business Owner. Register for this informative and timely session to be held on Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:00 am.  Registration and continental breakfast will take place from 8:30 to 9:00 and the presentation will start promptly at 9:00 am.  Registration is free — our gift to you.  See the attached flyer for further information. \nTo register\, click on the link below: \nRegister for Taxes Seminar \nOr use the QR code on the attached flyer.
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/tax-planning-strategies-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Civic Center\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:September Seminar TBD
DESCRIPTION:The event will be held on Thursday\, September 18th from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 900 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL 60160.
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/september-seminar-tbd/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Civic Center\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:WREZ West Regional Enterprise Zone Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The event will be held on Thursday\, August 21st from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 900 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL 60160.
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/wrez-west-regional-enterprise-zone-seminar/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development\, 900 N. 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Our upcoming Access to Capital event will host a panel discussion composed of individuals from local financial institutions. \nTopics include: \n\nStrategies on accessing capital for\n\nBusiness Development Growth\nStart-up opportunities\n\n\nTraditional lenidng\nAlternative and emerging sources of capital\n\nPanelists from: \n\nHuntington Bank\nPan American Bank and Trust\nProviso Community Bank\n\nCurrent MPCCCD Members Registration: No Charge \nNon-MPCCCD Members: $10.00 per person \nRegister Today
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/access-to-capital/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce & Community Development\, 900 N. 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60153\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn how to grow your business using current website and social media best practices. In this seminar\, presenter Andy Madden will be covering: \n\nUnderstanding the importance of your business’s digital footprint and optimizing your website’s goals and kpi’s\nOverhauling your written content using free SEO tools to maximize your search rank\nOptimizing image and video content for a faster site that ranks better in search results\nUsing Google Analytics and Search Console to see how visitors are finding and using your website\nUsing social media and content marketing to drive more traffic to your website\n\nSchedule of Events: \n8:30-9:00 am     Registration and Continental breakfast \n9:00-10:00 am   Presentation \nMPCCCD members will be able to register free of charge.  Non members or members who are not current will be charged $10 per person. \nRegister Today
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/digital-marketing-strategies-for-small-businesses-2025/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Civic Center\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming seminar\, which is free to all Chamber members! \nDigital Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses Seminar will cover topics including: \n\nUnderstanding the importance of your business’s digital footprint and optimizing your website’s goals and kpi’s\nOverhauling your written content using free SEO tools to maximize your search rank\nOptimizing image and video content for a faster site that ranks better in search results\nUsing Google Analytics and Search Console to see how visitors are finding and using your website\nUsing social media and content marketing to drive more traffic to your website\n\nEvent Details: \n8:30-9:00 am Registration and Continental breakfast \n9:00-10:00 am Presentation \nEvent Location: \nMelrose Park Civic Center-Multipurpose Room\n1000 N. 25th Avenue\nMelrose Park\, IL 60160 \nRegister Today
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/digital-marketing-strategies-for-small-businesses-seminar/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Civic Center\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Legislative Breakfast 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join elected officials\, community & business leaders for an opportunity to learn more about and discuss important legislative issues focusing on business and economic development. Hear first-hand from a panelist of elected officials about economic development opportunities that are on the horizon.  A continental breakfast will be served.  This program is free of charge but advanced registration is required. \nFriday\, June 28\, 2024 \n8:00AM – 10:30AM \n8AM — 9AM: Registration & Breakfast Served \n9AM — 10:30AM: Program \nMelrose Park Village Hall Gym \n1000 N. 25th Avenue | Melrose Park\, IL 60160 \nFeatured Speakers:  \nDon Harman | IL Senate President\, 39th District \nEmmanuel “Chris” Welch | IL Speaker of the House\, 7th District \nFor additional information\, please email the chamber at info@mpcccd.com. \nDownload Our Legislative Breakfast 2024 Flyer \n  \n 
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/legislative-breakfast-2024/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Village Hall Gym\, 1000 N. 25th Avenue\, Melrose Park\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking Events,Signature Events
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SUMMARY:Taste of Melrose Park 2019
DESCRIPTION:Free admission and parking. Taste of Melrose Park is held over Labor Day Weekend in Melrose Park\, Illinois. The annual community festival features up to 70 reasonably priced ethnic food booths as well as crafters\, children’s activities\, music and entertainment throughout the weekend. Fireworks Sunday after Dusk. \nTimes: Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat 12pm-11pm; Sun 12pm-10pm
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/taste-of-melrose-park-2019/
LOCATION:Taste of Melrose Park\, 1000 North 25th Ave.\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T100000
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SUMMARY:Legislative Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development holds an Annual Legislative Breakfast. \nAlthough the agenda and panel change from year to year\, the objective of this meeting is for elected local\, county and state officials to sit on a panel and share a brief overview of current programs and legislative issues that they are working on that effect the local business community. There is also ample time provided in the agenda for Q & A offering attendees an opportunity to ask questions that are concerns for their business or organization. \nThe 2019 Legislative Breakfast is scheduled for April 25\, 2019 from 8:00AM – 10:00AM and will be at Melrose Park Senior Center. Additional information and invitations will be coming in March and businesses will be required to RSVP for the event as space is limited. For additional information\, please contact the Chamber.
URL:https://mpcccd.org/event/legislative-breakfast/
LOCATION:Melrose Park Senior Center\, 900 N. 25th Street\, Melrose Park\, IL\, 60160\, United States
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