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Winnetka's Connection to Village Businesses and Events
Picture showing Walter Bratschi and Carrie Hoza in front of Bratschi Plumber, 801 Oak Street in WinnetkaHappy 84th Anniversary, Bratschi Plumbing!
Congratulations to Bratschi Plumbing as they celebrate their 84th anniversary this week. Walter and Lina Bratschi founded the company in 1937 and have served Winnetka and the North Shore since. Four generations of the Bratschi-Hoza family have run the business and served as experienced plumbing experts. They have operated out of their current location at 801 Oak Street since 1940. 

Pictured at right are founder Walter Bratschi and Carrie Hoza. Learn more about the Bratschi family story here.

Bratschi Plumbing
801 Oak Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
847-446-1421
VCOVID-19 vaccination shotillage Connects 190 Eligible Essential Workers to COVID-19 Vaccine
The Village of Winnetka connected over 190 food service and essential workers from 39 Winnetka businesses to two COVID-19 vaccination clinics this week. Food service employees became eligible for inoculation when Illinois entered Phase 1C of its vaccination roll out program beginning on March 29.

To learn about more mass vaccination opportunities, sign up for the Village's E-Winnetka weekly newsletter. 
 
Ribbon cutting is scheduled at Casa Spazio, 886 Green Bay Road in WinnetkaRibbon Cutting Planned at Casa Spazio
The Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon cutting on April 28, 2021 for Casa Spazio in Hubbard Woods. The Italian furniture store moved into the former Susan Kroeger space at 886 Green Bay Road in December. Attendees are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing. 

Ribbon Cutting for Casa Spazio
886 Green Bay Road
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 11 AM

Follow the Chamber on Facebook to watch the Ribbon Cutting streamed live.
Chamber Virtual Workshops
The Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce has scheduled virtual workshops for area businesses this month. Register before noon on April 19 and you will be entered into a raffle to win a gift card from a local restaurant.
  • "Business for Breakfast" virtual networking features public relations and communication tips for small businesses. The event takes place Wednesday, April 21, from 7:30 AM - 9 AM.
  • "Tools for Success: Navigating the New Normal" virtual workshop shares information about the newest OSHA safety requirements, CDC guidance and vaccine information for employers. The event takes place Wednesday, April 21, from 9 AM - 10:30 AM.
For more information, visit the Chamber's website
Bruno Abate, owner of Tocco, holds a gift boxCongratulations to All Take Out Challenge Winners!
Thank you to all who participated in Winnetka's Take Out Challenge! Participants spent thousands of dollars at local restaurants, and demonstrated their commitment to their favorite eateries.

Congrats to Challenge gift card winners:
  • Leslie F.
  • Barbara M.
  • Libby J.
  • Lele M.
  • Tim W. 
  • Renee R.
  • Cindy B.
The Challenge began December 15, 2020 and ends today. Eating local and supporting local businesses is more important than ever, so thank you, Winnetkans, for taking our Challenge!
Illinois SBA offers online office hours for businesses to apply for the Paycheck Protection ProgramPPP Deadline Extended to May 31
On March 30, 2021, President Biden signed the PPP Extension Act of 2021 into law, extending the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) an additional two months to May 31, 2021. This extension provides an additional 30-day period for businesses to submit applications for the forgivable loan program. The PPP is a loan designed to provide direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on payroll. Additionally, borrowers may be eligible for PPP loan forgiveness.

More information is available on the SBA's website. For more information on the PPP loans or to find a local lender, visit the Village's website.
Dates to Remember

Business for Breakfast
Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
7:30 AM - 9 AM
Zoom event
Register here

Tools for Success: Navigating the New Normal
Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
9 AM - 10:30 AM
Zoom event
Register here

J. McLaughlin Sip, Shop and Celebrate Event
Friday, April 23 - Monday April 26, 2021
10 AM - 5 PM
Event hosted by J. McLaughlin
567 A Lincoln Ave
Winnetka, IL 60093

Ribbon Cutting at Casa Spazio
Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, April 28
11 AM

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) extended application deadline
Wednesday, May 31, 2021
Learn more on the SBA's website
Contact Economic Development Coordinator Liz Dechant for additional assistance. You can email her or call her at 847-716-3528. 
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