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Amherst Fire Department - 100 Year Anniversary Celebration this Saturday!
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Area Happenings & Announcements
Updated Weekly!
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THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS:
Platinum Level:
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VISITOR CENTER GRAND OPENING
- Saturday, August 26th
The Amherst Depot was built in 1913 and saw train passengers until the 1960's. Its service for freight transport and mail exchange ended in 1977. In 1985, the depot passed to the private ownership of Marshall Mays, owner of Mays Farmers Service Co. in Amherst. The depot was moved approximately one quarter mile from its original location on Depot Street to the current address on Richmond Hwy in 2008. After many trials and tribulations, the depot is restored and alive once again with activity and a renewed purpose to serve visitors and area residents.
The Visitor Center will display graphics of Amherst County's attractions and events, brochures and historical items. Staff will be on hand to assist visitors with information, itineraries and directions. The Amherst depot also provides office space for the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Authority.
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Amherst County Tourism
launches new Facebook page!
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Kobault Films hard at work at Amherst Milling Co.
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You may be seeing this crew
out & about in Amherst County...
The
Kobault Films crew is creating, what will be, an awesome video of the sights and essence of Amherst County!
They will be filming area businesses, farmland, and our other natural Amherst County attractions.
This is a joint project of the Chamber of Commerce, as manager of the County's Tourism program, and the Economic Development Authority. We can't wait to unveil the finished masterpiece to you.
If you see these guys, please welcome them with a smile and the knowledge that they are creating something wonderful for all us!
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These two guitars will be raffled at the August 20th event!
Customized, one of a kind! $10 per chance
Proceeds to Amherst Habitat
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Friday Cheers!
at
Blue Mountain Barrel House
495 Cooperative Way
Arrington
, VA 22922
(434) 263-4002
Fridays ~ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Live music at the Blue Mountain Barrel House every Friday 6:00 to 8:00 pm! Our food truck will also be open.
8/18 - Koda Kerl
9/1 - Paulo Franco
9/8 - Tequila Mockingbird
9/15 - Greg Ward
9/22 - David Tewksbury
9/29 - Old Time Snake Milkers
10/6 - Free Flowing Music Experience
10/13 - Tara Mills
10/20 - Paulo Franco
10/27 - Who Shot John Duo
Cheers!
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New Exhibit at Amherst County Museum & Historical Society!
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In Search of Old Family Recipes.....
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James River Heritage Trails - Bike Tour!
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Virginia Wine & Garlic Festival
October 14 & 15
10am - 5pm
at Rebec Vineyards
2229 N Amherst Hwy, Amherst VA 24521
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Always a Stinkin' Good Time - Good Wine, Good Food, Good Entertainment!
Nine Wineries!
3 Stages: continuous entertainment
Ticket Information
Wine Tasting: $30 at the gates Non-Tasting: $20 at the gates (Tickets may be upgraded to 2-day passes at the gate - $10) Children 12 and under: FREE! Pets and outside coolers are not allowed
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~ SUMMER YOGA ~
Summer registration
is beginner level or intermediate level.
Our beginner yogis have gained strength and flexibility over the past year, as well as confidence and a sense of positive self. Stress was diminished. Many of our middle aged or more advanced age yogis practice inversions (upside down). While headstand is not included in beginner classes, we learn to overcome fear and doubt, with amazing results. Summer beginner or intermediate yoga begins this week and goes through the summer. Contact john@mindfulmountainyoga.com to register.
or
register at class time tomorrow, Tuesday, intermediate @ 9:15 am, open/beginner @ 11:00 am and 6:00 pm,
or
Friday @ 9:15 am intermediate and 11:00 am open/beginner.
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Calling All Teenagers - Be Here Yoga!
Summer offers a 6 week yoga experience for $60.
Thursday afternoons. Yoga teacher and Amherst High School teacher Cyndi Kelley leads our program.
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Every Thursday!
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We are AMHERST COUNTY......
Be Proud of Who You Are...
Be Proud of Where You're From!
We Are AMHERST COUNTY
the Perfect Slice of Virginia
Come by the Chamber office at the depot to get a sticker
(pictured to the left)
and proudly display your Amherst Pride!
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CALLING ALL GARDENERS EXPERIENCED OR NOT
JOIN THE VILLAGE GARDEN CLUB
* HELP BEAUTIFY AMHERST
* EXPERIENCED MEMBERS TO SHARE WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE
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PROJECTS AVAILABLE & NEED MANAGEMENT
* ANNUAL GARDEN FEST
* 63-YEAR HISTORY OF BEAUTIFYING AMHERST
* AFFILIATE OF VIRGINIA FEDERATION OF GARDEN CLUBS, INC.
"No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth,
and no culture comparable to that of the garden."
~ Thomas Jefferson ~
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Welcome to Our Newest Members!
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Amherst County Board of Supervisors Meetings ~ 2017
Meetings are regularly held on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
The first Tuesday meeting convenes at 1:00 pm. The third Tuesday month meeting convenes at 7:00 pm. All meetings of the county Board of Supervisors are held in the County Administrators Building at Second and Washington Streets unless otherwise noted.
Board of Supervisors Inclement Weather Policy:
If a Board of Supervisors meeting is cancelled due to inclement weather, the meeting will be held on the following Monday, unless a holiday, in which case the meeting would be held on the following Tuesday. Pursuant to Virginia Code 15.2-1416, all hearings and other matters previously advertised shall be conducted at the continued meeting and no further advertisement is required.
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ATTENTION:
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Free and available for use by any local organization!
INSTRUCTIONS:
That's it...All done!
The Amherst County Community Calendar is managed by the
Amherst County Chamber of Commerce
. Please note, the Community Calendar is available for all area organizations; you do not have to be a member of the Chamber to list an event. If you need assistance, please contact Vanessa Angus at the Chamber office (434) 946-0990.
Certain restrictions may apply.
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Our Hometown ~ Amherst County, Virginia
Video created by Kobault Films
for Amherst County Chamber of Commerce
Kobault Films is a spin-off of the Amherst County High School Tech Club
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Join Today!
There is no better way to introduce your business, service, and/or expertise to the Amherst community than through membership with the Chamber.
The Amherst County Chamber of Commerce is continuously working to create new ways to promote the region and the advancement of the business community.
Our goal at the Chamber is to help business owners network and grow their business. At the Chamber of Commerce we work diligently to help our members achieve their business goals each year. We measure our success by our members' success.
Your business membership with the Chamber makes programs, services, and events possible, and without your partnership we cannot accomplish our shared mission of a thriving, profitable business community.
ADVERTISING/PROMOTION
Chamber Website:
All members are listed on our website,
www.amherstvachamber.com
, in the business directory which is where up to 4,000 people go each month searching for businesses and organizations like yours! With the membership portal you can promote "Hot Deals", job opportunities, upcoming events and more.
Social Media:
With a multitude of subscribers on Facebook and Twitter, you can utilize the Amherst County Chamber of Commerce (ACCC) to promote your business, events, special announcements. "Member Monday" on Facebook and Twitter-each week an individual business is showcased to include an overview of the business with contact information.
Weekly e-Blasts:
Our weekly communications highlight our members, Chamber events and events in the county, and important state/legislative information that matters to your business. Currently
delivered to the inbox of hundreds of people and then cross-posted on Facebook and Twitter to reach thousands more
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Send us your newsworthy announcements and events and we will get the word out!
Amherst County Guidebook:
This annual magazine is distributed throughout Central Virginia and is published in conjunction with ACCC as advertisement for Amherst County. Chamber members are listed in the publication at no cost and also have the opportunity to purchase additional advertising at a discounted rate.
NETWORKING
Amherst County 3rd Thursdays:
Monthly
networking opportunities to meet potential customers, clients, and vendors to generate new business leads.
Annual Business Appreciation Awards Dinner:
A special evening set aside to honor Amherst County businesses for their commitment to serving our residents, visitors, friends and family.
INCREASED CREDIBILITY
Join Today!
As a Chamber member, you increase positive perception among consumers and business owners:
According to a research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street Services, when consumers know that a business is a member of their local Chamber of Commerce, they are 44% more likely to think favorably of it and 63% more likely to purchase good or services from the company in the future.
Ribbon Cuttings:
The best way to quickly bring awareness to your business. This ceremony introduces you and your employees, along with your location, products, and/or services to the community.
Contact the Chamber to reserve a date and time.
ADVOCACY
The Chamber works with our members to support local and state policies that create an environment favorable to business, community growth and development.
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Do you have an Upcoming EVENT, Job Posting, Hot Deal or Special ANNOUNCEMENT?
If your business or organization is a current member of the Amherst County Chamber of Commerce, send us your events and public notices, we'll be happy to share in our weekly eBlasts.
Please email notices in jpg format to:
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