Inspiring Places, Smiling Faces - Carbondale, IL

Contents2Welcome ToCarbondaleGet a taste of what keepsCarbondale’s citizens pridefulof their prospering community.6Stay A WhileFind out why people who visitCarbondale decide to never leave.8We The PeopleLearn how the devoted officialsand employees who make up ourcity government desire to seeCarbondale grow and thrive.11Steady GrowthThe people of Carbondale strive tomake sure the business communityprospers and Carbondale is a greatplace to live, work, play and invest.13Get Creative!Discover why Carbondale is one of themost artsy communities around.14Back To SchoolFrom pre-k to college, Carbondaleoffers the highest quality education inthe area.4Building BlocksLearn about the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce whose mission is to makeCarbondale a better place to a live, work, visit, play and invest!16Taking CareFind out why citizens can count onexceptional care anytime they walkthrough the doors of a Carbondalehealthcare facility.23Celebrate The SeasonLooking for something to do inCarbondale? Check out these eventsby the season!28Chamber MembersDirectoryFind contact information for everyvalued member of Carbondale’sChamber of Commerce.On The CoverCommunity members gatherat a Sunset Concert at Shryockon SIU’s campus.This book is published by The Southern Illinoisan and distributed through the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce.For advertising information, contact The Southern Illinoisan at 618-529-5454.All photos, unless otherwise noted, by The Southern Illinoisan photo staff and are the property as such.Reproduction or use strictly prohibited without the written consent of The Southern Illinoisan.© 2011 The Southern Illinoisan, 710 N. Illinois Ave., Carbondale, IL 62901, 618-529-5454, www.thesouthern.comCarbondalechamber.com | 1