Name: Swing into Spring Social
Start: 2026-03-26T16:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-26T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Cardinal Golf Course

Swing into Spring Social

Mark your calendar and get ready for a fun, relaxed evening of good food, great people, and a little friendly competition.

Enjoy tasty appetizers, keg beer, and plenty of networking as we bring back the always-entertaining Bartending Challenge, where teams compete to collect the most tips and earn ultimate bragging rights.

Our raffle will be packed with prizes generously donated by Chamber members. Bonus: wear your favorite sports jersey and score a free raffle ticket.

New this year, we’re also adding an online auction filled with great items so even more people can join in on the fun, whether they attend in person or bid from home.

We’re currently seeking sponsors, raffle donations, and local restaurants willing to donate appetizers. It’s a great opportunity to showcase your business while supporting a meaningful cause.

Proceeds from the event will go toward creating a new Trades, Skills & Manufacturing Scholarship—helping connect local students with real-world career opportunities.

Date & Time:
Thursday, March 26 | 4:30-7:30p

Location:
Cardinal Golf Course

Event Ticket:
$25pp | adults only | includes appetizers, keg beer, bottled water & soda

Raffle Tickets:
Purchase tickets online or the night of to put in the bucket of your choosing. Local businesses have generously donated prizes that’ll make you feel like a superstar.

Bartending Challenge:
Get ready for a showdown of style and swagger at our Fall Social! In our Tailgate Bartending Challenge, teams will compete to see who can serve up the most fun and collect the most tips—all while pouring keg beer! It’s not about the fancy drinks; it’s about creativity, personality, and who can keep the crowd coming back for more. The team that rakes in the most tips takes home bragging rights and a prize, so grab your taps, show off your flair, and let the competition begin! Get in touch with Becky to get on the list — (217) 347-6283 or by email.

5-6p |
6-7p |

Online Auction
Airborne Adventures of Illinois | tandem flight certificate
Flying Buddha Fitness | One month unlimited membership
Flying Buddha Fitness | Private bungee or aerial party
Flying Budda Fitness | Private kids party

Restaurant Donors
Contact Becky at (217) 347-6283 or by email to donate an appetizer or dessert.

El Rancherito | chips & dip
Jersey Mike’s | mini subs

Sponsorships:
Your support helps us keep the excitement alive while offsetting event costs. Check back soon for opportunities! Contact Nicole Morrison at (217) 347-6282 or by email to learn more.

Cancellation Policy
*Cancellations of registrations and refunds will be issued in full if received on or before noon a week (seven weekdays) prior to the event. After noon CST on said date, no refunds will be issued. If the event is rescheduled, all registrations will be honored for the rescheduled date or may be refunded in full of a refund request**. If the event is canceled, all registration will be refunded in full. **Refund requests must be submitted in writing by email to Nicole Morrison. Please allow up to five (5) business days to process your refund request.

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