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Update - August 7, 2008

Spotlight on Business

When given the opportunity to celebrate success you should certainly take it.  The monthly Spotlight on Business is a partnership celebration of sorts as the City of Zion and the Zion Area Chamber of Commerce feature local businesses that certainly know the meaning of success.

Adolph Kiefer and Associates have been ‘offering everything but the water since 1947’.  Founded by Adolph Kiefer, the 1936 USA Olympic Gold Medalist who was the first swimmer to break one minute in the 100-yard backstroke, the company carries competitive and recreational aquatic apparel, equipment and accessories. 

Located at 1700 Kiefer Driver, just across from the new Super Walmart, the Zion location is one of seven stores and features pool toys, hot tubs, saunas and pool chemicals.  Kiefer is also a proud sponsor of the Olympic trials and the official Olympic Speedo vendor.  And for the record, Mr. Kiefer is still swimming at age 90!  Consider Adolph Kiefer and Associates for all of your aquatic needs 24/7 at 800-323-4071 or visit www.kiefer.com.

The Illinois Beach Resort and Conference Center loves to remind us ‘It’s Cooler By The Lake!’  With 92 rooms, 12,000 square feet of banquet and conference space on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan why go anywhere else for your wedding reception or meeting plans?  You’ll also enjoy a 60-seat restaurant that offers indoor or terrace dining on the beach, a full fitness center and health club that provides classes, indoor swimming, and therapeutic massage.  Of course with the beach only steps away, why not consider a game of volleyball or perhaps a romantic bonfire under the stars?  Amenities are open to guests and the public through the hotel concierge.  Contact the Illinois Beach Resort and Conference Center at 847-625-7300 or 1-866-ILBEACH.  |For rates and photos please visit www.ilresorts.com.

If you overdo it playing volleyball at the beach then be sure to contact Mid-America Medical and Physical Therapy in downtown Zion at 2640 Sheridan Road.  Providing Chiropractic care and acupuncture, podiatry, physical and massage therapy the friendly staff includes Maxim Gorelik, MD, Sandy Dickson, licensed electrologist, Dr. Alex, Dr. Zinoviy Rabinovich, Joanna Polyakov, PT and Eric Montes, LMT.  Make your appointment today at 847-731-6727 or visit www.midamericamedicalcenter.com. 

After all the sun and fun you will enjoy a satisfying meal at a Zion landmark, Whey Chai Chinese Restaurant.  Located at 2683 Sheridan Road for more than 30 years, under the management of Julie and David Kow for the last 15, if you haven’t tried Whey Chai you are in for a genuine treat.  Featuring Mandarin and Cantonese specialties, the egg rolls are all homemade and three meat dinners including fresh fried rice start as low as $4.50! 

Whether you dine in, host a banquet for up to 250 friends or just need take out, there is a delicious Chinese meal waiting for you everyday except Tuesdays at Whey Chai.  For more information please give Julie or David a call at 847-746-3003.

Congratulations to this month’s Spotlight on Business where we recognize local operations that make our community a great place to ‘bee’!  For a complete list of area businesses please visit www.cityofzion.com or www.zionchamber.com