Did you know?
You can post your "Hot Deal" on the Chambers website.
What is a Hot Deal?
Anything you want to print or post, can be considered a Hot Deal.
Doesn't have to be discounts or specials: consider them free extra exposure
 Do you do free estimates? Are you giving a seminar or special event?
Log into your chamber account and post your Hot Deal today!
  Having problems logging in or don't know how?
Call 785.762.2632 or email info@jcacc.org to schedule a Chamber 101
Upcoming Chamber Events
Business After Hours : Junction City Bowl
Thursday, January 25th, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Hosts for the Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours for January 2018 is Junction City Bowl! Join us to connect and learn with other businesses in the area.

 

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Upcoming Community Events
Dorothy Bramlage Public Library Community Survey
Survey Closes: Wednesday, January 30th
The Dorothy Bramlage Public Library in Junction City is conducting a community survey regarding library use.  If you have not already completed a copy, please do.  Estimated completion time is 5 minutes.
 
A collection box is located just inside the library's north entrance and copies can be dropped off any time the library is open. Regular hours are:  Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
 
In addition to hard copy, an online version is also available from a link on the library's web site at www.jclib.org  .   That one can be completed any time from any computer that connects to the internet. 

FREE Tax Preparation: For low-moderate income families
January 29th - April 16th
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program provides FREE tax preparation services for individuals and/or households with income of less than $54,000. Volunteer tax assistors prepare Federal Income Tax Returns and Kansas State Returns. To file taxes electrically on a a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign required forms.
 
Elite Academy of Martial Arts: GRAND OPENING
Saturday, January 27th, 12:00 p.m.
Elite Academy of Martial Arts has finally settled into our new space and it feels just like home now! Please join us at our Grand Opening for an afternoon of Free Food, raffles, demonstrations, intro lessons, and kid-friendly activities. Come and see what we have to offer the community
Sign up on our website for a chance to win Prizes!!

 
Acoustic Junction
Saturday, January 27th
Come join us for an evening of Acoustic Guitar entertainment featuring some of the best local and regional singers and musicians! Come for awhile or spend the whole evening with us. Brought to you by people who like to listen to music.
 
Sundown Salute Kick-Off party
Saturday, January 27th
Come join us for an evening of fun, friends, and dueling pianos at Geary County Convention Center.
 
Crazy Bowl Soup Supper
Saturday, February 3rd, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds go to  the OPEN DOOR & FOOD PANTRY.
Feel free to donate canned goods!
Darkness to Light : Stewards of Children Training
Monday, February 5th, 5:00p.m. - 7:00p.m.
Kansas Children's Service League is providing the Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children sexual abuse prevention training.
 
Six Appeal
Saturday, February 10th, 7:30 p.m.
A world-class vocal ensemble infused with sharp comedic timing and the energy and vitality of a rock band. An a cappella journey that spans decades of music including classic oldies, current chart toppers, and catchy original tunes. After the show, for an additional fee, you can meet the cast!
 
Delivering Change
Delivering Change: Healthy Moms-Healthy Babies reports reduced Geary County infant mortality rates for the 5th consecutive year.
 
Member Job Opportunities
This weeks highlighted job opportunity is
 
Contracted Automotive Detailers with Florida Boys Detailing!
 
For more information on this job opportunity and many others, visit our website and search Job Postings

Military Discounts
The Military Affairs Division of the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce greets, on average, 100 new soldiers each week to Fort Riley. In order to educate newly relocating soldiers on the great business opportunities and services available in Junction City, the Chamber is trying to organize a list of military discounts offered by chamber member businesses for soldiers and their families. If you or your business offers a military discount, or if you know of a business who offers a military discount, please email the Chamber at info@jcacc.org. We will follow-up with all businesses by telephone to confirm the discount before sharing the completed list with soldiers. If you have any questions, please contact the chamber at 785-762-2632 or email info@jcacc.org
Available Billboard Advertising
Thomas Outdoor Signs
If interested please contact:
 
Thomas Outdoor Advertising
902 Fair Lane, Manhattan, KS
Call 785.537.2010 or Email here







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Available for Chamber Members
Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development helps support the SBDC in providing assistance free of charge to new and existing businesses. Services for those starting a business include business plan review, research and marketing assistance, licensing information, advice on preparing to meet with a loan officer and bookkeeping strategies. Existing businesses can receive help with finding new marketing opportunities including social media, growth/expansion, local, state and federal tax laws and regulations, trade opportunities, human resources and succession planning. Check out ksbc.ecenterdirect.com or contact Laurie Pieper our Washburn University representative at 785-587-9917 or laurie.pieper@washburn.edu
 to get started today! Laurie has office hours every other Tuesday in our office.
Kansas State University launches noncredit Executive Education Programs
In an effort to create a concentrated, unique learning environment for executives that helps build high-performing and effective organizations, Kansas State University will launch a noncredit Executive Education program in fall 2017.
 
In a unique collaboration between Kansas State University Global Campus and privately-owned Aspen Business Group, K-State's Executive Education programs are designed for a variety of business leaders, with unique programs for high-level executives, middle managers and emerging leaders. Each of the programs consist of 12 day-long sessions that meet quarterly over a three-year period in Manhattan, Kansas.
 
The first program to launch, The Executive Coach, will begin on Oct. 19 and is targeting high-level executives who wish to take their organizations - and themselves - to the next level through proven and innovative leadership methods.
 
"This is a rare opportunity to plan for the future, determine how best to get there, and strategize about what's most pressing in each participant's business right now," said Russell Disberger, owner of Aspen Business Group and facilitator of the program. "It's a chance to gain new insights from other executives in other industries and other parts of the country. Participants will come away with prioritized, concrete action steps, new tools and capabilities and a plan for the next 90 days."
 
Those accepted to the The Executive Coach are hand selected by the Executive Education staff to ensure a good fit with the program and to ensure a diverse group of executives are selected from a variety of disciplines and industries.
 
Each workshop features a subject-matter expert from private industry or K-State faculty. The program features round-table discussions with an opportunity to network with your group, but also to work with a dedicated coach who provides one-on-one follow-up accountability sessions between workshops. This allows the skills learned to be integrated directly into the business operations of each participant.
 
"The program is designed to use lectures, business simulations and small-group discussions to foster collaboration with peers from various functions, industries and backgrounds," Disberger said. "As a result, participants will develop relationships that continue long after the program ends."
 
2018 Board of Directors
 
| Stan Hambright | Maureen Gustafson | Ty Arneson | Ben Bennett | Mick McCallister | Theresa Bramlage | 
|Karen Jameson | Clint Junghans | James Jacobs | Dr. Corbin Witt | L. J. Baker | Rich Jankovich | Brad Johnson |
Cornerstone Members
 
      
Keystone Members
 
  
Limestone Member
 
  
Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce | info@jcacc.org | http://www.junctioncitychamber.org
222 W. 6th Street
PO Box 26
Junction City, KS 66441