Polo Chamber of Commerce
Contact polochamber@gmail.com to announce a special business celebration.
Call the Polo Chamber at (815) 946-3131 or polochamber@gmail.com to post on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (Polochamber.org) and in the Chamber Chatter. Please note the Chamber's new mailing address of P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064.
May 22, 2023
• There will be no May Community Dinners this month. Community Dinners will resume in August.
• Kid’s Café will be starting on June 5th, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm and will be Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays.
• Vendors are wanted for the Craft Show during the 34th Annual Car Show on August 12th. Cost is $20 per booth and limited to the first 12 paid vendors. To complete the form, visit www.polochamber.org.
• Save the date for the 34th Annual Polo Car Show on August 12th. In addition to a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles, there will be food vendors, 50/50 drawing, Trivia with Tam, Craft/Vendor show and more! Interested in entering a vehicle? Registration is $12 before July 31st. Visit www.polochamber.org
• Polo Town & Country Days is June 15 - 18. Highlights include Little Miss and Mister on Thursday, Kidz Day Fun Fair and Petting Zoo on Firday Afternoon, Bags and Volleyball Tournament and Car Show on Saturday, and Parade and Just 4 Fun Band closing out the Festival on Sunday. Friday Night's Beer Garden will feature band Trippin Molly, and Saturday will be GED sponsored by the Polo Chamber of Commerce.
• Movies in the Park this summer! Friday, July 7th: Puss in Boots:The Last Wish at Louise Quick Park and Friday, August 4th is Encanto at the Polo Pool. Movies begin at dusk approximately 8:30.
May 8, 2023
• Vendors are wanted for the Craft Show during the 34th Annual Car Show on August 12th. Cost is $20 per booth and limited to the first 12 paid vendors. To complete the form, visit www.polochamber.org.
• Save the date for the 34th Annual Polo Car Show on August 12th. In addition to a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles, there will be food vendors, 50/50 drawing, Trivia with Tam, Craft/Vendor show and more! Interested in entering a vehicle? Registration is $12 before July 31st. Visit www.polochamber.org
•Polo Town & Country Days is June 15 - 18. Highlights include Little Miss and Mister on Thursday, Kidz Day Fun Fair and Petting Zoo on Firday Afternoon, Bags and Volleyball Tournament and Car Show on Saturday, and Parade and Just 4 Fun Band closing out the Festival on Sunday. Friday Night's Beer Garden will feature band Trippin Molly, and Saturday will be GED sponsored by the Polo Chamber of Commerce.
• Movies in the Park this summer! Friday, July 7th: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish at Louise Quick Park and Friday, August 4th is Encanto at the Polo Pool. Movies begin at dusk approximately 8:30.
April 14, 2023
• Polo All-Town Garage Sales will be April 28th and 29th. To have your address added to the map, please email polochamber@gmail.com by Monday, April 24th.
• Please join the Polo Chamber for a ribbon cutting on April 28th to celebrate the first anniversary of Kim's Gateway Antiques and Gateway Big Box Resale at 4:00 pm.
• The Polo Fire Department's annual spring breakfast will be on April 30th from 7 am - Noon. The menu includes biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage links, pancakes, coffee and juice. Donations accepted at the door.
• Vendors are wanted for a Craft Show during the 34th Annual Car Show on August 12th. Cost is $20 per booth and limited to the first 12 paid vendors. To complete the form, visit www.polochamber.org.
• Interested in sponsoring a light-pole banner in downtown Polo? Please find additonal information on at polochamber.org. Cost is $150 per banner or $135 per banner if you are a Chamber Member. Forms are due back by April 21st.
Chamber Newsletter Volume 1 (April 1, 2023)
November 14, 2022
New Board Members
Please join the Polo Chamber as we welcome our two newest board members, Sydney Bartelt and Joey Kochsmeier!
Crafter and Vendors Wanted!
The Polo Christmas Festival is hosting a Craft & Vendor Show on Saturday, December 3rd from 10 am – 3 pm at Polo High School. Registration is open through November 18th. Spots are available for $20 for up to 8ft of table space. Find more info at polochamber.org and look under the Christmas Festival Page.
Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Decorating your house for the holidays? Enter into the Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Winners selected for People’s Choice/Best in Show, Best Use of Lights, Most Creative and Best Business. Open to all homes and businesses in the Polo School District. Community voting takes place Dec 3 – 17. To view the rules and enter please visit www.polochamber.org or stop by the Polo Public Library.
Get the word out
Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at (815) 946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (www.polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.
November 7, 2022
Citizen and Volunteer of the Year Announced
Congratulations to our 2022 Citizen of the Year, Randy Schoon, and Volunteers of the Year, Marcia and Hank Wooden! Thank you for your contributions of service and volunteerism to our community!
Ribbon Cutting
Please join us on Saturday, November 12th at 11 am for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Polo Subway’s new ownership! There will also be meal specials from 11 am – 7 pm that day.
Crafter and Vendors Wanted!
The Polo Christmas Festival is hosting a Craft & Vendor Show on Saturday, December 3rd from 10 am – 3 pm at Polo High School. Registration is open through November 18th. Spots are available for $20 for up to 8ft of table space. Find more info at polochamber.org and look under the Christmas Festival Page.
Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Decorating your house for the holidays? Enter into the Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Winners selected for People’s Choice/Best in Show, Best Use of Lights, Most Creative and Best Business. Open to all homes and businesses in the Polo School District. Community voting takes place Dec 3 – 17. To view the rules and enter please visit www.polochamber.org or stop by the Polo Public Library.
Veteran’s Day Program
Desserts and refreshment for veteran’s from 12 – 1pm at Centennial School on Friday, November 11th. Program and guest speaker Rick Knutson at 1 pm.
Get the word out
Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at (815) 946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (www.polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.
September 5, 2022
Annual Chili Cookoff
The Chamber’s Annual Chili Cookout is Saturday, September 24th from 12 – 3 pm for tasting at Louise Quick Park. Cooking starts at 8 pm and interested teams can find more info a polochamber.org. Cash prizes given for Judge’s Choice, People’s Choice, Non-traditional and Showmanship. The Larry Lannen Memorial Blood Drive will also be from 10 am – 3 pm.
Fall All-Town Garage Sale Weekend
All-Town Garage Sale weekend will be the weekend of Sept. 24th. Interested in having your address added to the map? Email polochamber@gmail.com
Concert At the Polo Library
The Library’s final Outdoor Concert Series features The Beaux, Classic Rock/60s-90s band, on Saturday, September 17 at 7 pm.
Polo Christmas Festival Sponsorship/Participation
The Polo Christmas Festival is currently looking for local sponsors and businesses to participate in the 4th annual Christmas Festival on Saturday, December 3rd. Find more info a polochamber.org
Pine Creek Christian Church Open House
Pine Creek Christian Church will hold a Building Consecration at 10 am and Open House from 2-4 pm on Sunday, September 18. Come enjoy music by 3D Sound Company, ice cream by Polo's own Just 4 Fun ice cream, tour the building and fellowship with your neighbors.
Get the word out
Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at (815) 946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (www.polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.
July 11, 2022
Movies in the Park
Join the Polo Chamber for free family fun during our summer Movies in the Park. Movies begin at dusk, approximately 8:30 pm and popcorn is provided.
July 15th – Luca at the Polo Pool
July 29th – Goonies at Louise Quick Park
Pulled Pork Dinner Fundraiser
Polo Faith United Methodist Church is hosting a drive-thru pulled pork sandwich dinner on Saturday, July 23 from 5 – 7 pm. Tickets are $12.
Ice Cream Social
St. Marks Lutheran Church is hosting an Ice Cream Social on July 17 from 2 – 4 pm at the Polo Senior Center
Concert At the Polo Library
The Library’s upcoming Outdoor Concert Series features Project Nostalgia, a classic rock and oldies band on Saturday, July 16 at 7 pm. The Polo Christmas Festival will be serving a pulled pork dinner starting at 6:30 pm with a $10 donation suggested. Just 4 Fun Ice Cream Truck will also be in attendance.
Polo Car Show
The 2022 Car Show will be Saturday, August 13th from 8 am – 3 pm rain or shine. To register your car or motorcycle, please visit www.polochamber.org. Those interested in being a Sponsor of the Car Show can contact polochamber@gmail.com by August 1st.
Get the word out
Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at (815) 946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (www.polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.
June 6, 2022
Movies in the Park
Join the Polo Chamber for free family fun during our summer Movies in the Park. Movies begin at dusk, approximately 8:30 pm and popcorn is provided.
June 10th – Onward at Louise Quick Park
June 24th – Space Jam: A New Legacy at Louise Quick Park
July 15th – Luca at the Polo Pool
July 29th – Goonies at Louise Quick Park
Polo Summer Lunch Program
The Polo Kidz Café starts June 6th. They provide free and healthy lunches for children in Polo every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 am – 12:30 pm at the Faith United Methodist Church. Van pick-up is available at the Pool Park, Polo Library or by calling Wheels of Faith at 815-677-8194.
Polo Car Show
The 2022 Car Show will be Saturday, August 13th from 8 am – 3 pm rain or shine. To register your car or motorcycle, please visit www.polochamber.org. The Chamber is also looking for vendors for the Craft & Vendor Show taking place at Louise Quick Park during the Car Show. Interested participants should email polochamber@gmail.com.
Upcoming Polo Library Events
June 8 – Coffee With a Cop at 10:30 am
June 11 - In-Person Storytime Saturday at 10:30 am in the Children’s Area
Polo Senior Center
The Senior Center is hosting an 8 night trip to Charleston, South Carolina, September 24 – October 2. The cost is $1139 and you can find out more information by calling them at 815-946-3818.
Get the word out
Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at (815) 946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (www.polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.