The Nov. 5th Chamber Business After Hours hosted a good crowd — despite the dreary weather and other events that evening!! Thank you to everyone who attended – your engagement in our effort makes a difference in so many ways!

A special thank you to the Case-Halstead Public Library, Barb Guebert and Christi Gerrish, and to our presenter, Steve Groner of ISBDC.

September 24th 2015 – Mike Burton, Mayor of Carlyle and Cheryl Roberts of the Carlyle Lake Chamber of Commerce, joined the Mooth family to celebrate the opening of the Corn Maze and their fun fall activities.

McConauchie Manor Farm has been very busy preparing for a wonderful set of family-friendly fall events. David and Lynette Mooth of Carlyle, Illinois have worked with family and friends to bring the Carlyle Lake area a unique new family activity. Featuring 4 acres with two Corn Mazes!!  Visit them online for details: mcmanor.com

Thank you to everyone who attended the Carlyle Lake Chamber Brunch held on June 23rd! We also sincerely thank our sponsors: Covered in Chocolate Deli & Desserts, who provided a delicious brunch buffet and Mariner’s Village who provided their wonderful conference center, friendly staff and beverages. The generous contributions of our sponsors and participation of our members and other supporters directly contribute to the overall success of Chamber events!

A new map of 11 designated paddle trails has recently been released by the Army Corps of Engineers. Each location is categorized based on ability: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Among the locations are the West Branch Trail, Coles Creek Branch Trail and the Old River Channel.