Taste of Candy

10/12/2026

What Is Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the histories, cultures, and ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples. It recognizes Native peoples as the original inhabitants of the Americas and celebrates the diverse Tribal Nations and communities that continue to shape life today. This day promotes awareness of Indigenous peoples’ struggles, resilience, and unique traditions, fostering understanding and unity among diverse cultures.

Love Your Tribe.

10/09/2026

✨Note: Today is the LAST DAY to purchase tickets for the upcoming Women's Networking & Empowerment Forum. We will be closing sales at 5pm in store and online. 👀

Don't Miss it!!



Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary St, Galesburg IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/08/2026

Pam Wildermuth is Co-Owner of B.D.i Screens, a manufacturing business she started more than 22 years ago. She is a strong business development professional with expertise in negotiation, operations management, sales, team building, and manufacturing. Pam has built her business and international customer base through an unwavering commitment to quality, strong relationships, and long-term customer service.

We are excited to have Pam joining us as a panelist at Taste of Candy's Fifth Women's Networking & Empowerment Forum! You'll have the opportunity to connect with Pam and our other panelists during the event and hear their insights and experiences during our panel discussion.

Tickets include dinner, panel discussion, networking and vendor showcase.
Tickets & Details: https://square.link/u/bc1ieOrs

Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/08/2026

Sarah Howerter, PMUA, is the Owner of MOD Esthetics. An artistic educator from the start of her career, is a creative entrepreneur with a passion for helping others. Sarah’s journey has taught her to continue learning, embrace change, and find the courage to build something new, even when the original plan changes. She is passionate about encouraging other women to recognize their own skills, pursue new opportunities, and never underestimate what they can create.

We are excited to have Sarah joining us as a panelist at Taste of Candy's Fifth Women's Networking & Empowerment Forum! You'll have the opportunity to connect with Sarah and our other panelists during the event and hear their insights and experiences during our panel discussion.

Tickets include dinner, panel discussion, networking and vendor showcase.
Tickets & Details: https://square.link/u/bc1ieOrs

Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg IL

Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/07/2026

Obi Oki is the Founder & Owner of All About Pets. She is a community advocate and serial entrepreneur who knows how to successfully pivot, build the new, and "cram” everything in. As a business owner and leader, Obi proves entrepreneurship isn't about having a single, linear path. It is about following your curiosity, leaning into your transferable skills, and building spaces that bring people together. Deeply rooted in Galesburg, she doesn't just run a business; she invests in and engages with the community at every turn.

We are excited to have Obi joining us as a panelist at Taste of Candy's Fifth Women's Networking & Empowerment Forum! You'll have the opportunity to connect with Obi and our other panelists during the event and hear their insights and experiences during our panel discussion.

Tickets include dinner, panel discussion, networking and vendor showcase.
Tickets & Details: https://square.link/u/bc1ieOrs

Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/07/2026

Gina Suhomske is Co-Owner and Executive Chef of Evgenia Restaurant. She is a hospitality professional and community advocate whose extensive experience fuels her commitment to supporting working parents, economic stability, and more compassionate workplace practices.

Gina is dedicated to building organizations that help educate the community about the skills needed for sustainable careers in the food and hospitality industries. Her much-needed mentorship is essential in preparing today’s food and hospitality workforce, sometimes superseding her ability to prepare some of the best meals you will ever taste!

We are excited to have Gina joining us as a panelist at Taste of Candy's Fifth Women's Networking & Empowerment Forum! You'll have the opportunity to connect with Gina and our other panelists during the event and hear their insights and experiences during our panel discussion.

Tickets include dinner, panel discussion, networking and vendor showcase.
Tickets & Details: https://square.link/u/bc1ieOrs

Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/05/2026

🍁Go ahead and grab a little self-care moment this October. 🍂
Stomp until you find your best crunch ever! 🥳🥳🥳



Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best

10/03/2026

🍁Already out for Scenic Drive?
🍫Make Taste of Candy Your Sweetest Stop! 🍂
We're Celebrating 3 Years in Business All Month Long! 👀



Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary St, Galesburg, IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.

10/01/2026

09/28/2026

✨Ever want to Know How the Best Founders, Owners, Presidents, CEO's, COO's, Top Professionals Make it Happen? 👀
✨Join Us and Mingle with The Women Who WIill Make it Happen For YOU! 🥳
✨A Taste of Candy event Sponsored by CBI Bank & Trust and Knox College. ❤



Taste of Candy ~ 61 S Seminary St, Galesburg, IL
Love Yourself. Love Your Tribe. Give The Best.