Greater Winfield Chamber of Commerce

10/30/2026

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10/30/2026

📚 **LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: CRAIG CHAPMAN | THE WRITTEN WORD CENTER FOR DYSLEXIA AND LEARNING**

Meet Craig Chapman of **The Written Word Center for Dyslexia and Learning**, a Greater Winfield Chamber member dedicated to helping learners unlock their potential and build confidence!

Every learner deserves the opportunity to discover their strengths and reach their full potential. Through specialized instruction and personalized learning support, The Written Word Center helps students with dyslexia and other learning differences strengthen their reading, writing, and comprehension skills.

💙 **Why we’re spotlighting Craig:**
✨ Specialized learning support
✨ Personalized instruction tailored to individual needs
✨ Helping learners build skills and confidence
✨ Supporting students on their unique educational journeys

📍 **Learn more about The Written Word Center:**

📞 214-683-8591
🌐 https://www.thewrittenwordtww.com/

Let's continue to celebrate the local businesses and dedicated professionals who make our community stronger!

**Know a local business that deserves the spotlight?** Tag them in the comments!

💙💚💛 *Greater Winfield Chamber of Commerce — Discover the possibilities of Winfield!*

10/29/2026

📚🎉 **WINFIELD’S HISTORY IS HERE! JOIN US FOR THE BOOK LAUNCH!** 🎉📚

The wait is over! The second edition of *Winfield’s Good Old Days: A History* is officially finished and printed! ❤️

Originally published in 1978, this treasured history of our village has been extensively updated following **three years of research and collaboration**. This project began in 2023 as a joint initiative between the Winfield Public Library and the Winfield Historical Society in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

Now it’s time to celebrate! Join the History of Winfield Committee, the Winfield Historical Society, and the Winfield Public Library Board of Trustees for a special **Book Launch Open House!**

📅 **Saturday, December 12, 2026**
⏰ **11:00 AM – 1:00 PM**
📍 **Winfield Public Library — Lower-Level Meeting Room**
0S291 Winfield Road, Winfield, IL

📖 **GET YOUR COPY FOR JUST $25!**

Meet the creative team behind the new edition and celebrate the people, places, and stories that make Winfield special.

💛 **A SPECIAL THANK-YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!**

This book would not have been possible without the generous financial support of our community and Chamber members. Sponsors who contributed **$200 or more** toward printing and production are invited to pick up their complimentary copy during the event.

❤️ **Your purchase gives back!** Proceeds from book sales will be donated to the Winfield Public Library and the Winfield Historical Society to support their programs and services.

🛍️ **CAN’T MAKE THE OPEN HOUSE?**

After December 12, books will also be available for purchase at:

📍 **Antique and Chic** — Corner of Church and Beecher Street, Winfield
📍 **DuPage County Historical Museum** — 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton
📍 **Hedges Station Museum** — 0N557 Winfield Road, Winfield
📍 **Winfield Public Library** — 0S291 Winfield Road, Winfield
📍 **Winfield Village Hall** — 27W465 Jewell Road, Winfield

📞 **Want to learn more?**
Visit [winfieldhistory.org](http://winfieldhistory.org/) or call 630-510-9053.

Let’s celebrate our community, honor our past, and preserve Winfield’s story for generations to come! 🏡📚

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10/28/2026

10/26/2026

☕🌞 Join Us for Our Next Chamber Meeting! 🌞☕

Start your Tuesday morning with great conversation, local connections, and community collaboration!

📍 Where: Sugar Mama’s, Winfield, IL
📅 When: Tuesday, November 3
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM

Our Chamber meetings are a great opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, share ideas, build relationships, and discover ways to help our Winfield community thrive! 💛

Whether you’re a longtime member or looking to get more involved, we’d love to see you there!

🤝 Let’s connect, collaborate, and grow together!

10/23/2026

🛡️ **LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: DAVE NELSON | THE NELSON AGENCY – FARMERS INSURANCE**

Meet Dave Nelson of The Nelson Agency – Farmers Insurance, a proud Premier Member of the Greater Winfield Chamber of Commerce!

When it comes to protecting what matters most, having someone who can help you understand your options makes a difference. Dave helps individuals, families, and businesses explore insurance coverage tailored to their needs, with personalized guidance and a commitment to serving our local community.

🏡 **How Dave can help:**
🔹 Home and auto insurance
🔹 Business insurance
🔹 Life insurance
🔹 Health insurance and Medicare options
🔹 Dental, vision, and other coverage solutions

As a local insurance professional, Dave is dedicated to helping people navigate their options and make informed decisions about protecting their families, property, and businesses.

📍 **Connect with Dave Nelson:**

📞 630-474-6060
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://agents.farmers.com/il/winfield/david-nelson/

📍 27W233 Geneva Road, Winfield, IL

Let’s show our appreciation for the local businesses and professionals who help make our community stronger!

**Have you worked with Dave? Share some local love in the comments!** 💙💚💛

Greater Winfield Chamber of Commerce — connecting businesses, building relationships, and discovering the possibilities of Winfield.

10/16/2026

🥋✨ **LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO THIS WEEKEND? KEEP IT LOCAL!** ☕🍽️🛍️

Grab a coffee, meet a friend for lunch, shop a local business, take a walk, and discover something new **right here in Winfield.** 💚

# # # 🥋 THIS WEEK'S LOCAL SPOTLIGHT:

**Meet Frank Panzek!**

You may know Frank as the **Communications Chair for the Greater Winfield Chamber of Commerce**, but he's also the owner of **Lions Panzek Martial Arts** right here in Winfield.

At Lions Panzek Martial Arts, the focus goes beyond learning Tae Kwon Do.

It's about creating a **welcoming and inclusive environment** where students can build confidence, discipline, respect, and personal growth. 🥋💪

Whether it's the standard program, **Lion Cubs**, or special needs classes, Frank and his team focus on each student's individual needs and provide personal attention along the way. 💚

Located right here in Winfield:

📍 **27W239 Geneva Road**

So this weekend, take a moment to explore the businesses and people that make our community special.

☕ Grab a coffee
🍽️ Try a local restaurant
🛍️ Shop a local business
🥋 Discover something new
🤝 Support the people who invest in Winfield

✨ **Spend local. Support local. Discover local.**

And tell us — **what local Winfield business should we spotlight next?** 👇

10/14/2026

🍂 WINFIELD FOOD DRIVE | TROOP 575 🥫

📅 Sunday, November 8

Help our local Scouts make a difference in our community! 💙

🥫 How to Donate:
🏡 Curbside Pickup: Place bags of nonperishable food items at your front door by 12:00 PM (noon) on Sunday, November 8. Scouts will collect donations from Winfield residents only.

📍 Drop-Off Location: St. John the Baptist Church parking lot
0S233 Church Street, Winfield
🕐 Sunday, November 8 | 1:00–4:00 PM

❤️ Every Donation Makes a Difference!

All donated items will help stock the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry in Winfield, supporting local individuals and families in need.

Thank you for your generosity and for helping Troop 575 make a positive impact in our community!

10/13/2026

Plans this weekend? Stop by and say boo! 👻

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween with the family? Join us for the 3rd Annual Boo Bash, an afternoon full of treats, creativity and spooky fun!

Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, costume contests, a bounce house, games and more. There’s something for everyone! 🦇

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 11:00 am–2:00 pm
📍 Charles R. Beggs Activity Center

We can’t wait to see all your Halloween looks! 🕷️ Registration is required. Register at winfieldparkdistrict.com.