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Schmooza Palooza
Albany Marriott 
189 Wolf Road, Albany
Monday, September 12, 4-7pm
RSVP
The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Colonie, Guilderland, and Southern Saratoga County Chambers to host this multi-chamber networking event and business expo.  Register as an Exhibitor and showcase your business, or make new connections as an Attendee. See below for details, and visit our website.







31st Annual Golf Outing
Normanside Country Club
150 Salisbury Road, Delmar
Monday, September 19

12pm Lunch 
1pm Shotgun Start5:30 pm Dinner & Awards

Join us for our 31st Annual Golf Outing - an afternoon of golf and an evening of networking. The day includes lunch in the banquet room, 18 holes of golf, cart, use of practice facilities and locker rooms, on-course refreshments, bag drop service and dinner. There will be fun contests and a raffle to benefit two local non-profit organizations.

SPONSOR
Visibility:  take advantage of this once-a-year opportunity to gain visibility for your business by sponsoring the event. 
Cost:  sponsorships range from $100 up to $800. Click HERE to view sponsorship packages and details.
Deadline:  to realize the full benefit of your sponsorship and be included in the print brochure, lock your sponsorship in by July 29.

PLAY
All are welcome, Members and Non-Members - register with a friend, relative, or co-worker. Soft spikes and appropriate attire are required. Register HERE.

DONATE
Contribute a gift certificate/product to the raffle, which supports local charities. Contact the Chamber at 518.439.0512 or via email.








Speed Networking
w/ the Colonie Chamber
Hampton Inn by Hilton Albany/University Area
1442 Western Avenue, Albany
Thursday, October 13, 7:30-9am

Back by popular demand - the Bethlehem Chamber has partnered with the Colonie Chamber to bring you another Speed Networking event! If you missed the first one in February, now is your chance to connect with colleagues from throughout the Capital Region and make 20 new contacts before you get into the office. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early and bring plenty of business cards. Peter Coombs from FRONTLINE Training & Consulting will moderate. FRONTLINE Training helps salespeople in all types of organizations through workshops, keynotes, and coaching.

Breakfast Sponsor/Venue Host




   
F or additional details on all of our upcoming events,  
view our  Chamber Events Calendar!      
*WARNING*
from Normanside Country Club
 

If you receive a call from someone claiming to be with Normanside Country Club and they are trying to sell you advertising space in a course guide / guidebook,
be aware that they are NOT affiliated with Normanside in any way.   This company does not have a contract or an agreement with Normanside Country Club.



Four local Chambers of Commerce partner to present the 2016 Schmooza Palooza event. Join over 100 local business exhibitors and over 500 business professional attendees for a networking event unlike any other. Showcase your business as an EXHIBITOR and meet new connections as an event ATTENDEE.


Monday, September 12th

4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Albany Marriott
189 Wolf Road, Albany 12205

click icon above to register an Attendee or register an Exhibitor

SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS
Purchase an Exhibitor Package for some awesome event perks.

A $225 Exhibitor Package includes:
* 6 Foot table display during the event (electricity is available on request)

* 6 Event Guest passes for you, your employees, and/or clients

* Hyperlinked logo in all digital communications regarding the event

* Hyperlinked logo and company description on event website, www.letsschmooz.com
MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS

Attend the UAlbany Weekend MBA Program Information Session on Wednesday, August 17  and learn how the Weekend MBA Program can power up your career! Speak firsthand with the program director, students and alumni, tour the Executive Education Center, discuss any specific questions you may have about the program, and find out if the program is the right fit for you. Click here for more details.

Now through August 31, visit Robinson Ace Hardware and receive  10% off all Husqvarna tractors in stock!

The Cue Theatre was the recipient of this quarter's generous Generations Grant from Bryant Asset Management. August 12-14 The Cue Theatre presents Shrek, the Musical. Click for showtimes and tickets. August 22-September 2, limited spots are still available for Jungle Book Kids Camp. Financial assistance available, email to reserve your spot. 

Every Thursday at 6pm, enjoy live entertainment at Garden Bistro 24 for their Live Outdoor Music under the canopy. August 4: The Bill Alston Jazz Trio; August 11: The Slate Hill Band; and August 18:  The Bill Alston Jazz Trio returns. Stay tuned for more dates!

Bring your family and friends to Poise Studios Sunday, August 14,  for a FREE yoga class with Erica Smith! Enjoy a relaxing, meditative session and also learn important information regarding free cancer screening for those who qualify. Melissa from Cancer Services Program will be there to provide information, answer questions, and even schedule screenings on the spot. 2-4pm, all are welcome.

You can now order from Mega Burger online! Click HERE to place your order now.

Help Bethlehem Senior Projects and the Bethlehem Food Pantry collect school supplies for their 2016 School Supply Drive! Donations are accepted through August 17 at the following two locations: Bethlehem YMCA (900 Delaware Avenue) and Bethlehem Town Hall, Senor Services Dept. (445 Delaware Avenue).  Click HERE to see the list of supplies needed.

Buying a home? Contact Trustco Bank to learn more about their 3.49% 30-Year Fixed Rate 3.530% APR mortgage.Low closing costs, no borrower paid PMI, and more - see flyer for full details.

Everyday from 3-6pm at Roux, and ALL DAY on Sunday, it's HAPPY HOUR! Click to see the Happy Hour Menu. All day every S aturday, enjoy $1 oysters on the half shell.

Saturday, August 6, Restaurant Industry Employees are invited to Foundry Fitness for an Open House. T ake a class for free and experience a HIIT (high intensity interval training) workout! Visit their site for their Saturday schedule, and call 650.8111 to reserve your spot.  This is the first in a series of open houses that will reach out to various business groups in town, so stay tuned!

Visit Mauro's Menu at  1391 Indian Fields Road (Rte 32S, Feura Bush) to get your soft serve ice cream fix! Open 12-9:30pm Sun-Thurs and 12-10pm Fri-Sat, it's located just 2.7 miles from the Elm Avenue Town Park.

Extra Napkin now delivers! Located on Delaware Avenue, across from Delaware Plaza, they serve up tasty burgers, salads and kebabs daily. Call 518.475.7575 to place your order.

Ask your ShopRite pharmacist about Pet Meds - they can  fill your pet's prescription for many common medications. At ShopRite, Caring is our Business! Visit their site for details on the Pet Meds program.

Call 518.635.4111 for your free tree removal estimate from Sevenzocks Nursery.

Traveling to Walt Disney World this summer, or know someone who is? Pick up Walt Disney World for Tweens and Teens by travel agent Fairytale Journeys with Tim Brooks. It's perfect  for kids who like to plan along with their parents, or for  teachers/school administrators looking for projects to give to kids that go on vacation during the school year. Click HERE to purchase.

For a full list of the ongoing member deals & offers, visit  Member News .
WEBSITE of the WEEK

Visit this family-owned restaurant specializing in Thai food, right across from Delaware Plaza, for some delicious home-style Thai cooking.


Don't FORGET you can now join or renew your dues online.

 
 COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

The Cedar Hill Schoolhouse Museum, home of the Bethlehem Historical Association, is open on Sundays from 2-4pm through August 28.  All are cordially invited to visit the museum which currently features Parade of Fashion 1860s - 1960s, a wonderful display of clothing and accessories for men, women and children. For more information, visit the website

On Thursdays between 10 AM and 2 PM, the  Town of Bethlehem   will be accepting donations  for Habitat ReStore in the Capital District of slightly used furnishings, working appliances, cabinets, and other building materials at the Town of Bethlehem Transfer Station, 136 Rupert Rd, Selkirk, NY. See the Flyer for details.    
  
16 Handles Stage 16 Concert Series - Join us for live music every Friday from 7:00-9:00 pm as we feature local talent in our Stage 16 concert series! Follow us on Instagram @16handlesglenmont for announcements and line-ups.  
    
Add an event to our Community Calendar here and click Submit an Event, it's free! 
 
NEW MEMBERS   

Coeymans Hollow, NY
518.756.8228

159 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY
518.475.7575

251 New Karner Road, Suite 901
Albany, NY
518.871.9101

Glenmont, NY
518.424.9485

180 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY
518.439.8800

Aetna Medicare
Alcove, NY 12007
518.669.7071

30 South Pearl Street, FL P2
Albany, NY 12207
518.447.8414

Selkirk, NY
518.441.1608

365 Feura Bush Road
Glenmont, NY 12077
518.275.0424

Naval Recruiting Station 133, Colonie CTR
Albany, NY
518.649.0479

300 Great Oaks Blvd., Suite 300
Albany, NY 12203
518.869.9302

77 Mirror Lake Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946
518.523.2544

AROUND THE REGION... 

FuzeHub Named Statewide Manufacturing Extension Program Center
FuzeHub, a not-for-profit organization responsible for growing small to medium manufacturing companies (SMEs) in New York State by matching them with technical and business resources, has been designated by Empire State Development (ESD) as the Statewide Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center, a new entity that complements New York's robust network of 10 regional MEP centers that provide hands-on services to companies in every corner of the state. FuzeHub will be the first MEP Center to have a footprint that spans the entire state. Funding for this award is $2.4 million per year for five years.  Click HERE for the full press release.
 

BETHLEHEM BUSINESS MAP

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OFFICE SPACE

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Marketspace page frequently to see
available office space.

 

   

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Job Postings page frequently to see current openings.

 


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