LGBA Newsletter: 2025-03-12; ?? Helpers #1, Spring ?? Stroll, ??Moments, and more!

Home Helpers of Hinsdale Ranks #1 in IL for Caregiver and Client Satisfaction

?? Home Helpers of Hinsdale is now ranked #1 in Illinois and #14 in the nation for caregiver and client satisfaction. This recognition comes from Activated Insights, the leading quality survey company in the home care industry, which gathers real feedback from clients and caregivers.

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Join the 2025 Spring Shopping Stroll!

Support local businesses and enjoy exclusive deals, special treats, and a fun-filled day of shopping in La Grange! Sign up now to receive your shopping passport and experience the best of our vibrant downtown this spring. Don’t miss out—register today!

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Spotlight on ‘Light Bulb Moments’: A Podcast by Phil Fornaro of Fornaro Law

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Luck is on Your Side: JAYNE's Big Winter Warehouse Sale Just in Time for St. Patrick's Day

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March 2025 Marketing Insights: Navigating Economic Trends w/ Double W Financial Group

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Upcoming LGBA Events

• Thursday, March 13th: LGBA Member Meeting from 8am - 9:30am at Palmer Place (enter from back patio door
• Wednesday, March 19th: Conversations with a Trustee from 4:30pm - 5:30pm at The Elm
• Friday, April 4th: Coffee & Conversations from 8:30am - 9:30am at Blueberry Hill
• Thursday, April 10th: Member Meeting from 8am - 9:30am at Palmer Place (enter from back patio door)
• Friday, April 11th: LGBA Webinar - Intro to AI (How ChatGPT can help market your business) at 12:00pm
• Saturday, April 12th: Spring Shopping Stroll from 10am - 3pm at participating retailors

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Member Events

March 12

• Warehouse Sale - VIP Access (JAYNE Orland Park) from 4:00pm - 8:00pm
• Sunny Social (Vintage Charm) from 5:00pm - 7:00pm

March 13

• Warehouse Sale (JAYNE Orland Park)
• St. Catrick's Day Cat Cafe (Hinsdale Humaine Society) from 4:30pm - 7:30pm

March 14th

• Warehouse Sale (JAYNE Orland Park)
• Friday Morning Men's Regulars (Aging Care Connections, held at St. Barbara's Parish Center in Brookfield, IL)
• Annual Fish Fry (St. Cletus) from 4:30pm - 8:30pm

March 15

• Warehouse Sale (JAYNE Orland Park)
• Preschool Fair (La Grange Public Library) from 10am - 12pm
• Illinois Finklepott's Fairy Hair Event (Cleo's Boutique) from 10am - 4pm
• 2-Year Anniversary Party (Lizzie Selle Studio from 11am - 4pm
• Dog/Puppy Adoption Fair (Pet Supplies Plus) from 11am - 1pm

March 16

• Warehouse Sale (JAYNE Orland Park)
• Spring Clothing & Textile Take Back (Go Green La Grange) from 11am - 2pm
• Pawsitively Creative Portraits (Hinsdale Humane Society) from 11:30am - 1pm
• Pet & Paint A Live Sloth (Bottle & Bottega) from 2:30pm - 5pm

March 17

• ShamrockFest (Palmer Place) from 1pm - 6:30pm
• Community Concert Series: Paul Dykstra (piano) and Samuel Dewese (baritone) - (First Presbyterian Church)

March 20

• Live Music by Scott Allen (Milk Money Brewing) from 6pm - 9pm

March 21

• Friday Morning Men's Regulars (Aging Care Connections, held at St. Barbara's Parish Center in Brookfield, IL)
• Jazz in the Sanctuary with Greg Ward Quartet (Emmanuel Episcopal Church) from 7:30pm - 10:30pm

March 23

• Jazz Passion (St. Cletus) at 4pm

March 28

• Friday Morning Men's Regulars (Aging Care Connections, held at St. Barbara's Parish Center in Brookfield, IL)

March 29

• Breakfast with the Bunny (Park District of La Grange) at 9am
• All-American Railroad Show (Lyons Township High School) from 9:00am - 12:00pm
• Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny (Pet Supplies Plus) from 12:00pm - 3:00pm

All events subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please contact the venue for the latest details.

BizTips & Insights

Why Every Business Should Have a Blog (Yes, Even Yours!)

If you think blogging is just for influencers or big corporations, think again. No matter the size of your business, a blog can be a game-changer. And the best part? You don’t need to be a professional writer (or even have a lot of time) to make it work. Here’s why you should start—or revive—that business blog today.

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