The Mokena Community Park District recently received a $1,440 Local Tourism Marketing Grant from the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau to promote the 10th Annual Farm & Barn Fest taking place on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Yunker Farm (10847 W La Porte Road) in Mokena. The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau distributes up to $66,000 annually to Southland municipalities and not-for-profit organizations to promote events designed to draw visitors into the Chicago Southland region for overnight stays. These visitors contribute substantially to the Southland economy through stays in regional hotels, dining at local restaurants, shopping, recreational activities, and needed services travelers require, such as gas, oil, and sundry items. “The Local Tourism Grant program is a way for the Bureau to extend its marketing reach,” said Jim Garrett, CDME, President/CEO of the Chicago Southland CVB. “The marketing efforts by our communities – in addition to marketing efforts by the Bureau – help us better promote the many festivals and events and area attractions throughout the Southland to potential visitors.”
Posted on: Tue, 18 Mar 2014 16:56:49 +0000
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