Events for January 2018
Washington Chamber of Commerce
Jan 8    Book Chatters
What are you reading? Discuss your latest reads, get recommendations and learn about upcoming and recently released titles. Take home an exciting new book before its official publication! Light refreshments provided.
Date: January 8, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 9    Starting a Business in Illinois
This free workshop is for individuals who are interested in starting their own business. You will learn about: getting your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business plans, taxes and much more! These events are sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and Co-Sponsored by Morton Community Bank.
Date: January 9, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.bradley.edu/turnercenter
Location: PeoriaNEXT Innovation Center, 1st FL 801 West Main Street, Peoria
Contact: Illinois Small Business Development Center 309-677-2992
EMail: tce@bradley.edu
Date/Time Details: January 9, 2018 3pm – 5:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free to the public
Jan 9    Knit Night
Bring your latest project for a laid-back evening of conversation and yarn work. All skill levels welcome - staff will be on hand to offer tips and encouragement. Don't knit? We'll be happy to help you get started!
Date: January 9, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 13    Breakfast - Taylor Lodge #98
All you can eat breakfast includes: biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns, fruit cocktail, grits, pancakes (regular or blueberry), french toast, milk, orange juice, coffee or water. Donations raised at the breakfast go to the following activities: WCHS Scholarships, Eureka HS Scholarship (started by Wm. C. Hobbs lodge), IL Child Identification program supplies, Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl team sponsorship, Eagle Scout recognition items, Masonic Widow fruit baskets (for lodge widows), Masonic Youth Groups (DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, Job's Daughters), Non-Masonic Youth Group team sponsorship, Shriner Children Hospitals, IL Masonic Children Assistance Program, & Community events (Fall cookout, Easter Egg hunt that is open to the public).
Date: January 13, 2018
Time: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://www.TaylorLodge98.org
Location: Taylor Masonic Lodge #98 (119 N. Wilmor Road - between Walgreens & Acrylic Dreams).
Contact: Robert Hunsicker 309-264-6639
EMail: taylorlodge98@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: 3rd Saturday each month from 7 - 10 AM (no breakfasts in June, July or August). 10/21/2017, 11/18/2017, 12/16/2017, 1/20/2018, 2/17/2018, 3/17/2018, 4/21/2018, 5/19/2018
Fees/Admission: Donation of $7 / person, $3.50 for kids 6 - 12 years old, Free for kids under 6.
Jan 17    Movie Night
Watch a beloved 1980 sci-fi classic on the library's big screen! Movie theater popcorn provided. More information, including the movie title, can be found at http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Date: January 17, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 18    Storm Preparedness and Energy Saving Trips
Ameren representative Kenny Blum will present on changes you can make in your home to save energy and protect against winter storms.
Date: January 18, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 20    WCOC's 4th Ever Trivia Night
Thanks to the sponsorship of Summer and Associates, LLC, and MTCO digiMAX Fiber, the 4th Ever Trivia Night will include seven rounds of Trivia Fun plus a Bonus Round; prizes for the Best Decorated Table, the Best Dressed Team, and First Place Winners. There will be chances to earn “FREE” answers, interactive games, food catered by Countryside Banquet and a Cash Bar.
 
Date: January 20, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: The event will be held at Countryside Banquet Facility, 659 School Street in Washington
Contact: 309-444-9921
EMail: info@washingtoncoc.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, January 20th, 7 to 9pm
Fees/Admission: Make your team’s reservations now for $180 per team (teams can have 4 to 8 players) Reservation deadline is January 16th. Call the Chamber office to reserve your table!
Jan 22    Morning Movie
Come enjoy a recently released film at the Sunnyland Branch! This month, we will be showing a 2017 World War II film directed by Christopher Nolan. Popcorn will be provided. More information, including the movie's title, can be found at http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Date: January 22, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location:

Sunnyland Branch - Washington District Library

16 Sunnyland Plaza
Washington, IL 61571

Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 23    Starting a Business in Illinois
This free workshop is for individuals who are interested in starting their own business. You will learn about: getting your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business plans, taxes and much more! These events are sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and Co-Sponsored by Morton Community Bank.
Date: January 23, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.bradley.edu/turnercenter
Location: Fondulac Bank, 2nd FL 201 Clock Tower Drive, East Peoria 61611
Contact: Illinois Small Business Development Center 309-677-2992
EMail: tce@bradley.edu
Date/Time Details: January 23, 2018 3pm – 5:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free to the public
Jan 23    Writing Workshop
Writers of all experience levels are invited to bring their latest projects for feedback in a supportive environment. We will open with writing exercises and games, followed by a workshop-format discussion.
Date: January 23, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Jan 26    Genealogy Meetup
Share your recent genealogical finds with others! Get help using Ancestry Library Edition and other library resources to explore your family's history. Light refreshments provided.
Date: January 26, 2018
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Website: http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html
Location: Washington District Library
380 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL 61571
Contact: Rhiannon Shoults-Wilson
EMail: rshoultswilson@mtco.com
Fees/Admission: Free