Newest Chamber Members

    Please welcome the following businesses, individuals, and organizations who have recently joined the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce. If you'd like more information on the benefits of chamber membership or would like to join, please click here.

     Debbie Fornoff Interior Design & Draperies, Pekin, IL (309) 353-2608 Debbie Fornoff, owner; www.debbiefornoff.com. Debbie offers a complete line of decorating products & services including interior design and draperies. She is a Priority Dealer for Hunter Douglas window coverings and is a certified installer.

     The Mattress Doctor, 2818 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554. (309) 382-2603; fax 382-2610.  Phil & Peg Neri, Owners. Open Monday-Thursday, 10-8; Friday & Saturday, 10-6; and Sunday, 11-4.  The Mattress Doctor is a specialty mattress and bedroom furniture retailer. They have the largest selection of pressure-relieving mattresses in Central Illinois. They offer a 30-day comfort exchange guarantee and same day delivery service. They also offer a special discount for chamber members and their family.

    Winpak Heat Seal Corporation, 1821 Riverway Drive, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 477-6600; fax 477-6699; www.winpak.com  Bruce Hoerr, Director of Operations. Winpak Heat Seal Corporation manufactures flexible and rigid packaging, including lidding, rollstock, and containers.

     Sharp Income Tax Service, 509 Ann Eliza, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 478-1040; Mary Jo Roberts, Local Rep; www.jacksonhewitt.com. Sharp Income Tax Service provides full service individual federal and state income tax preparation.  Open from 9am to 9pm, Monday through Friday, and 9am to 5pm on Saturday.

     The Gamers' Sanctuary, 1618 Valle Vista Blvd, Pekin, IL 61554, (309) 642-6224; thegamerssanctuary@yahoo.com; www.myspace.com/the_gamers_sanctuary; Alicia Elliott, Director of Operations. Open from 10:00am to 9:00pm with retail video games, consoles and accessories; tabletop RPG's; Collectible & non-collectible card games; tournaments, classes, and demonstration; and Private membership gaming rooms.

     Heavenly Delights, 2001 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-2190, Wanda Daniels, owner; hdbbq1@hughes.net. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 9pm and serving authentic hickory smoked BBQ, German dinners, and home-made soups, breads, and desserts. Also full-service catering.

     Tri-County IAAP, Marquette Heights, IL  61554; (309) 477-6606, fax 477-6699; www.iaap-tricounty.org; Kristen Ritterbusch, IAAP treasurer.  The Tri-county IAAP is an administrative professionals group dedicated to furthering their personal and professional growth in their chosen field.

     Peek In Pottery, 433 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 642-6055; NoraLynn Lovell, co-owner.  www.peekinpottery.com  Open Monday-Friday, 10:30am to 8:00pm; Saturday from 10:30am to 4:00pm; and on Sunday by appointment.  Peek In Pottery is a full service ceramic pottery store, offering retail and wholesale items.  They personally make all their own pieces and do special orders and bulk orders.  They are ready to paint as well as finished works.  They also are distributors for paint, glaze and slip.  It's a great place for classes, parties, and community events.

     The Sports "Seen", PO Box 221, Groveland, IL 61535 (309) 202-7656; fax (309) 387-2033; Melanie Riley, President.  http://users.censattwb.com/thesportsseen.  The Sports "Seen" is a Riley Brothers, LLC community newspaper dedicated to the promotion and recognition of local sports, particularly those which typically do not receive as much coverage from other news sources. The Sports "Seen" is published twice monthly and is free at participating locations throughout Pekin.

    Pekin Friends of 47, Pekin, IL (309) 346-7901; Jerry Herbstreith, President. wtvpmail@wtvp.org  www.wtvp.org The Pekin Friends of 47 is a non-profit organization which raises money and awareness for WTVP Channel 47, public television for Central Illinois.

    Industrial Fire and Rescue Technologies, 9117 Townline Road, Manito, IL 61546; (309) 303-3112; Doug Herrman, owner; www.industrialfirerescue.com  Industrial Fire and Rescue Technologies offers CPR Training and public access defibrillating products (AED's, supplies and oxygen administration).

     SJB Promotions, Mason City, IL 62664; (217) 482-9100; (866) 561-1500; fax (217) 482-9102; Jill Douglas, sales. www.sjbpromotions.com SJB Promotions offers promotional products designed to promote business and sales.

     Johnson Mechanical Services, Inc., 1820 Riverway Drive, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-3434; fax 346-1923; John Gleason, Sales Manager.  Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm offering commercial mechanical service/HVAC; equipment sales; and commercial kitchen equipment sales and service.

     Art's Ads, 1054 W. Tall Oaks Court, Bartonville, IL 61607; (309) 697-5833; fax 697-5844.  Art Remsik, Authorized Kaeser & Blair Dealer.  www.Arts-Ads.com Powerful Promotional Solutions featuring FAST, personal service, a 24/7 website, and convenient Bartonville showroom (by appointment).  Power your business, event or image with custom: Awards, Balloons, Calendars, Caps & Jackets, Decals, Executive Gifts, Food, Golf Items, Key Tags, Magnets, Writing Instruments, and much more!

     Keller Williams Premier Realty, 3212 Court Street, Pekin, IL  61554; (309) 642-6000; Wendy Bumbalough, MCA.  Founded in 1983, Keller Williams Realty Inc. is an international real estate company with more than 600 offices located across the United States and Canada. The company began franchising in 1991, and following years of phenomenal growth and success, became the fourth-largest U.S. residential real estate firm in North America in 2006.

     Eric White, individual member, Groveland, IL.

     Allegiant Air, 3301 N. Buffalo Drive, Suite B-9, Las Vegas, NV 89129 (702) 851-7300; fax (702) 851-7301; reservations (702) 505-8888 www.allegiantair.com Sabrina LoPiccolo, Public Relations Coordinator.  Fly non-stop and enjoy low, low fares from Peoria to Las Vegas, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and Phoenix.  Book a complete vacation package with Allegiant including air, hotel, car, show tickets, amusement park tickets and more by visiting www.allegiantair.com or calling 702-505-8888.

     Peoria Pirates, 331 Fulton Street, Suite 421, Peoria, IL 61602; (309) 673-1000; Jeff Creek, General Manager; Julie Snell, Assistant General Manager jsnell@peoriapiratesaf2.com.  The Peoria Pirates is a professional football team.  They are a member of the af2.  They play their games at Carver Arena at the Peoria Civic Center.

     CreativEngraving & Marking, 19 S. Capitol, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 353-6300; fax 353-6320.  Debby Crumrine, owner.  www.creativengravingonline.com  Open Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm.  CreativEngraving & Marking is a full service, industrial, commercial, personal, and custom engraving shop.  They have the capability of engraving on a variety of materials and provide and engrave trophies, plaques, and other recognition items.  They can also engrave industrial and commercial nameplates, name badges, and interior and exterior signs of all sizes, shapes, and colors.  They also offer Dye Sublimation which applies full color digital images and graphics to a variety of materials.

     Covenant Heating & Air, 2209 C Broadway, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-2714, fax 346-0548; Frank & Pam Shearer, owners.  Open from 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, Covenant Heating & Air provides sales and service on forced air heating & cooling systems; radiant heat installation & repair; boiler (hot water or steam) sales & service; geothermal installation sales & service; residential & commercial sales and service; and indoor air quality sales and service.

     John M. Evans Supportive Living Community, 1320 Executive Court, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 477-8800, fax 477-8801; Melanie Daniels, Administrator; Bridget Rumler, Marketing Director.  Affordable assisted lifestyle for seniors 65 & older.  Financial assistance available.

     Smith Barney, 401 Main Street, Suite 1000, Peoria, IL 61602; (309) 671-2800; fax 671-3710; www.smithbarney.com;  Jim Foley, Senior VP Wealth Management Branch Manager; Daryl Dagit, Financial Advisor.  Smith Barney is a full service brokerage firm and investment counselor.

     Coppercino Gourmet Coffee Catering, (309) 840-1762; coppercino@goowy.com Marianne Miles, owner/manager.  Coppercino brings a full service espresso bar to business and social events. Every presentation is custom to the client's preferences. Coppercino adds delicious sophistication to any occasion.

     State Senator David Koehler, 13 S. Capitol Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-4646; fax 346-4650; email; Kyle Dooley, District Manager.  Senator Koehler represents the 46th District.  His office serves the people of Tazewell, Fulton, and Peoria counties and is open from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

     State Representative Mike Smith, 333 Margaret, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 353-6276; fax 353-1819 email; Jamie Crain, Legislative Aide.  Mike Smith is the representative for the 91st District.  Office hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm.

     Rose Marie Hasler, retired business member, Pekin, IL

     Peoria Rivermen Hockey, 201 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL 61602; (309) 676-1040-3763; fax 676-2488; Wendy Mitchell, Director of Ticket Sales, 680-3763; www.rivermen.net   The Peoria Rivermen have been providing family-fun and affordable entertainment for Central Illinois communities for over 26 years.  As the AAA affiliate for the NHL St. Louis Blues, you will enjoy watching the future stars of the NHL.

     Yesterday's Bar & Grill, 363 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-3255; Jim & Joy Schramm, Owners.  Open from 11am to 1am, Monday through Friday and 12:00pm to 1:00am on Saturday.

     Paradise Tanning & Gifts, LTD, 135 N. Parkway Drive, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-0200; Gene Munsell, Owner; www.paradisetanningandgifts.com.  Paradise Tanning & Gifts is open from 9:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday; 9:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday; and, 12:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday. They have 8 beds and offer tanning lotions & skin care moisturizers, as well as gifts for all occasions.

    Seajay & Pammy's Unique-Teak, 2942 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-0201; fax 346-0219; uniqueteak@grics.net  Connie Johnson, President.  Open from 10:00am to 5:30pm, selling fun affordable items including purses, jewelry and gifts.  Many items are 1-of-a-kind and most are unique.  They specialize in after hour party booking held in the store.

     Stropes Real Estate and Investments, 334 St. Mary, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 347-7151; fax 347-0047; Richard J. Stropes, owner; Matthew Stropes, Broker; Dan Topping, Sales Associate. stropesrealestate@omnilec.com www.stropesrealestate.com A family owned real estate business specializing in direct personal service in the buying, selling and marketing of residential, commercial and investment properties.  They are a full service property management company with over 370 apartments and 35 houses

     Bookworm Books, 3261 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 353-7549; fax 353-7549; Robin Selman, owner; bookwormbooks@gmail.com;  A new and used bookstore, open from 9:00am to 8:00pm, Monday through Saturday.

     St. Joseph Catholic Church, 303 S. 7th Street, Pekin, IL  61554; (309) 347-6108; fax 347-6959; Father Tim Nolan, Pastor; Gaila Wagner, Business Manager; Sandy Whited, Secretary; www.stjosephpekin.org.  A Roman Catholic Church, grade school and child care.

     Let It Shine, LLC, 2115 Cherry Lane, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 353-4145; fax 925-5821; Dave Calhoun, Owner.  Let It Shine provides exterior vehicle washing with self-service and automatic car wash options.  Fleet programs with direct billing are available.  Let It Shine also offers a self-serve dog wash for washing pets.  Let It Shine is located off Court Street, next to County Market.

     Pekin Prescription Laboratory, Inc., 1016-1018 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-2141; fax 346-7903; John E. Neumann, President;  This full-service pharmacy is open from 8:30am to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday, and from 8:30am to 5:30pm on Saturday.

     Brad Campbell Memorial Fund, 3302 Sheridan Road, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 346-9451, fax 478-2199; John Campbell, President; www.bradcampbellmemorial.org.  In 1995 Brad Campbell died at the young age of 23.  In an effort to keep his love of sports and children alive, we have organized a not for profit organization and a charity golf tournament in his name.  All proceeds are donated to benefit local children.  Over the past 10 years we have donated over $115,000 from this event to charities such as:  Boys and Girls Club of Pekin, Pekin Union Mission, Dream Factor, American Red Cross, Children's Hospital of Illinois, Toys for Tots, Shade Memorial Youth Camp, Pekin Hospital Pediatric Floor, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Pekin Township.  The Golf Tournament is always the Saturday of Labor Day weekend.  This year's tournament is Saturday, September 1, 2007.

     Ivan Berg, retired business member, Pekin, IL

     American Motor Trends, 3335 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554; (309) 885-8760; fax 885-8762; Billie G. Moore, Jr., Owner; Walt Thomas, co-owner, shop manager, lead technician; Sam Thomas, service writer, customer service.  Open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm and on Saturday from 7:30am to 3:00pm, offering automotive service, repair and accessories.