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Weekly Member NewsBlast
December 21, 2016
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In This Issue
President's Comments
Chamber News
Member Promotions
 
Board of Directors

 

President 

John A. Redding

 

Vice-President 

Jane Kelly
Farmers Bank of Appomattox

 

Treasurer 

Shirley Wheeler

Appomattox County Assembly
 

  

Directors 


 

Gerri Granato

Country Charm 


Cindy Hall
 

Dana Mayberry

Appomattox Inn & Suites


Sheila Palamar
 

J.D. Simpson

Walmart
 

Robin Snyder
Appomattox Court House
National Historical Park
 

Denzil VanSwearingen


 

Ken Arpino

www.wolfbane.org 
 
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Corporate Sponsors

 
  

Corporate Patrons 

 
Farmers Bank of Appomattox
 
Appomattox Lime Company
Corporate Friends 
A.C. Cycles
Appomattox Outdoor Equipment
Boxley
Pearson Equipment Rental
Quik-E Food Stores
State Farm Insurance

Corporate Supporters  


United Country Jim Nolen Real Estate
 
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Good afternoon everyone.  This NewsBlast is chock full of Chamber News, Member Promotions, Legislative News and Business Resource articles.  It is the Chamber's goal to provide our members with information to help them with their businesses so I hope you find the articles included herein to be just that -- helpful.  Remember that the Chamber is here to serve YOU!  So, please remember to take advantage of the promotional opportunities to promote your events.
 
Feel free to forward this NewsBlast to others in your business or organization so that they, too, can benefit from the information. Let us know how we are doing...the feedback is always welcome.
 
Remember to "BUY LOCAL" -- your local small businesses depend on you to keep them in the local community.
 
Quote of the Week:   
 
  
"The remarkable thing is, we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day."

Charles R. Swindoll 


 
 

Holiday Hours 
Closed
December 23rd and will reopen December 28th



Holiday Hours: New Years                            
       Closed 
       December 30th and will reopen
                         January 4th


Office Hours:  Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am-2:00pm
Whitney Napier: Office Manager
 
President's Comments
In this season of elevated retail commerce, let us pause and devote some personal time to reflect on other facets of our lives, especially those that interface with others.  Can we find ways to avoid the divisiveness promoted by politicians and the media?  Can we seek peace as opposed to conflict?  Can we find ground on which to agree instead of competing negatively?  We obviously have differences due to ethnicity, income levels, geographical lines, etc., etc., etc., but these are (or should be) dwarfed by what we all have in common - a desire for justice, an appreciation of beauty, a wish for a better tomorrow and a drive to find meaning in our lives.
                                          
On behalf of the Chamber office, I wish you a peaceful and joyous Christmas season.

John Redding
Chamber President
 
Chamber News
 Love Works Art Contest

LOVE Works  ART Work Contest:  EXPERIENCE  APPOMATTOX
 
Virginia Tourism Corporation is out to prove that "Love is at the heart of every Virginia vacation." VTC is encouraging local tourism organizations to work with destinations and attractions to create a LOVEWorks art piece that can be used to promote family-friendly experiences. This is an opportunity to be creative, connect a destination to the Virginia is for Lovers brand, and increase interest in the unique travel spot that is the location of the future "LOVE" artwork.
            The Appomattox County Chamber of Commerce Partnership seeks local area artisans and individuals for the LOVEWorks contest to create an opportunity for a piece of artwork and its artist to shine while also drawing attention to a specific location within Appomattox. The contest is available to Appomattox County residents.   This contest, along with the winning artwork, will serve in the future as not only a destination opportunity and beautiful landmark, but a free self-promotion for the artist and attraction.
            The Virginia Tourism Corporation and LOVEWorks website, www.virginia.org/love/, describes the project as, "all about love - pure and simple". They serve to promote the message that "Love is at the heart of every Virginia vacation" and at the same time provide images of past LOVEWorks projects. Some of these projects include "LOVE" made out of wine bottle labels and corks, "LOVE" as a colorful art mural, "LOVE" as an apple-blossom theme, and many more ideas that cater to the most appealing tourism aspects of an area. What follows is a list of guidelines for the Appomattox LOVEWorks contest along with an application form for the project.
   
Deadline for Entry: January 20, 2017



The Appomattox Chamber of Commerce are planning upcoming events, and we want your help!
We are asking for volunteers to help, work, and plan these events.

5K Fun Run: Contact Whitney Napier 434.352.2621


Shop Small: Contact Gerri Granato 434.352.5884


Miss Appomattox Pageant: Contact Shirley Wheeler 434.352.2852


Appomattox Cheerz Committee: Contact Whitney Napier 434.352.2621
CO.STARTERS
CO.STARTERS is a nine-week program that equips aspiring entrepreneurs with the insights, relationships, and tools needed to turn business ideas into action and turn a passion into a sustainable and thriving business. The next session begins in March 2017. The deadline to apply to participate in the program is January 31, 2017.  

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned entrepreneur looking to launch a new
product or service, CO.STARTERS is for you. The only prerequisites are (1) having an idea you're ready, willing, and excited to share and purs
ue and (2) a willingness to study, shape and fine-tune that idea in a supportive, collaborative, and welcoming environment. If you're creative and community-minded, and you're serious about turning your passion into a sustainable business, this is the program for you. During CO.STARTERS, you'll develop and fine-tune your idea, critically examining every part of it and tweaking your next steps through real-time feedback from people in the community.
The cost of CO.STARTERS is $195 for City of Lynchburg residents and $245 for non-residents. A $100 non-refundable fee towards the full program cost is charged when you are accepted into the program. Flexible payment plans can be arranged (no cash or check accepted). The program costs include:
  • 1 on 1 support from a seasoned entrepreneur
  • 9 weeks of classroom instruction
  • Mentorship and class speakers
  • Service hours from local providers
There are also opportunities to serve as mentors or speakers for CO.STARTERS. If you've got wisdom to share, we'd love to have you. If you are interested in serving as a class speaker or mentor, send an email!  
To learn more about the CO.STARTERS curriculum, tuition, and training dates, click here. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2017.
 
Business of the Week
Chocklett Press

Congratulations to Chocklett Press for being the Chamber of Commerce's Business of the Week.

Printing, printing, printing. It's not just our business, we've lived it for three generations. We are very (very, very) creative in solving your printing problems, and there's nothing we like better than to see a happy client joyfully showing the boss a fabulous printed piece done on time, more efficiently and for less.

Find out more  about us or visit our  portfolio, and you'll see our printing isn't just better. It's sweet. Simply sweet, actually.

Every printer has a long list of capabilities. And we're no exception. Printing. Web. Letterpress. Bindery. Fulfillment. We can do it all, and we love nothing better than to match up what we do, with what your project requires. 

2922 Nicholas Avenue, NE
Roanoke, VA  24012
800-533-4146
Member Promotions
Appomattox 1865 Foundation
Upcoming Event

"Friends" of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
Cordially invite ALL OUR MEMBERS & FRIENDS

To our HOLIDAY MEMBER CELEBRATION & FUNDRAISER
Come celebrate the New Year and the 5th anniversary of the Friends Group
SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 2017 6:30-9:00 PM
APPOMATTOX INN & SUITES
Appetizers   Adult Beverages     Music - DJ  Silent Auction
Members attend for free; Friends of Friends & Guests = $5
If you plan on joining us, please RSVP before December 27
TEXT Sheila Palamar 434-664-7024 or
Thank you for your loyal support and hope to see you there!

Appomattox Christian Academy



The business' of Appomattox received a wonderful surprise this past Friday. We received a Christmas card and had Christmas Carols sung to those in the office.
    

All at the new Appomattox Inn and Suites.
                     434-664-2018             visit@appomattoxinnandsuites.com
 
We would like to add one final word to the high school football season that has just ended -- that of a wholehearted "thank you" to the coaches, boosters, school officials, players and fans that were all part of the "Power of One".  It was our privilege to sponsor weekly player awards along with our local Dairy Queen.

Our Leo (high school level Lions Club) Club is beginning to organize.  If you know of youth that would like to serve, use the contact information below to get them involved.
 
The Lions motto is "WE SERVE", and we are always seeking ways to do so. If you would like to join us in our efforts, please contact us on our Facebook page - Appomattox Lions Club   or email us at appomattoxlions@aol.com   or ddvansw@aol.com . 

Come visit the Babcock House for a true experience in Southern Hospitality.  Simple, refined food at reasonable prices.
Lunch served Tuesday thru Friday from 11am to 1:30pm;
Brunch served Sunday from 11am to 2pm; and
Dinner served Tuesday thru Saturday from 5pm to 8pm.
RESERVATIONS NO LONGER REQUIRED!
Feel free to stop in on a whim!
250 Oakleigh Avenue, Appomattox.
434-352-7532
CVCC of Appomattox

CVCC APPOMATTOX CELEBRATES 10 YEARS!

2017 is a benchmark year for CVCC.  The Appomattox Campus opened its doors 10 years ago as an education resource for all citizens of the county.  Since then, hundreds of students have passed through our doors, taking advantage of a low cost quality college education right here in their own community.
We're asking that you let us know how you are doing.  Early College Graduates, Dual Enrollment Graduates and ALL Graduates - - we're looking for you!
 
Please pass along the following info to us so we can include you in our 10th Anniversary celebration.
Your name, year of graduation from CVCC; Name of 4 year college & degree you received;  If you are still attending college, what school, what degree do you expect and when?  Name of your job title and employer.
 
Send info to:  cochranes@cvcc.vccs.edu or call 434-832-7200 and give us your good news!
Farmers Bank
Now Offers Mobile Banking
Click on the link below for more details
Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center
Upcoming Events for 2017

February 9 -  Oil Painting Workshop
March 5-9 -  Decoy Carving Workshop
March 11 -  Raffle
March 22 -  Oil Painting Workshop
April 9-14 -  Banjo

Little Lamb Laundry
We Come to ... "Ewe".
Your time is precious - call us today!
434.944.5444
As your local source for cleaning services, we specializing in the following: 
  •   Pick Up & Delivery Wash & Fold Laundry Service
  •   Pick Up & Delivery Dry Cleaning
  •   Pick Up & Delivery Shoe Care Services
  •   Home & Office Cleaning
For More details; please call or visit our website
Museum of the Confederacy
Upcoming Events

January 26 - Brian Wills
Patsy's Catering

Patsy's Catering Plan now for your Holiday Parties/Dinners by calling Patsy at The Olde Frozen Food Locker today! On-site at the Locker or off-site at your venue. 434-660-2728
LIFE * AUTO * HOME * BUSINESS
Download and read the Fourth Quarter 2016 Insurance Update 4th Qtr Newsletter provided by Auto-Owners Insurance.  Auto-Owners along with Scott and Wilson Insurance can meet  your needs in any of the following: Life, Home, Auto and Business!
 
This issue's topics include:  Estimating Ice Damage, Children's Life Insurance - Investing in Their Future, Business Insurance - How to prevent unnecessary accidents at work,  
and Personal Auto Insurance Plus Packages that Auto-Owners offers their customers.
 
As your Local Independent agency in your community, we're your neighbor, someone you can TRUST and who will be here for you!  Call or visit us today!
 
434-352-7550  Phone
569C Court Street, Appomattox, VA
 

State Farm
Interested in joining the State Farm Team?
Click below for additional information:
Join the State Farm Team!               
The Fishin' Pig
434-223-3287

Every Sunday : Brunch Buffet from 8-11:30 am featuring Ben Dalton on the piano
Every Tuesday: ½ off all Ribs! Full or half racks (Starts at 5pm, while they last)  Featuring live music by Ray Martin this Tuesday, Nov. 15th from 6:30-8:30pm
 
Business Resources 
 
Chamber's Online Calendar of Events
The Chamber wants to remind everyone who is planning an "open to the public" event for next year to provide the event information to this office so it can get uploaded to the Chamber's website calendar.  This online calendar will help the community (and visitors) to see a full list of events as they plan their activities.  The goal of the online calendar is to prevent competing events so that every event is a success.  So please submit your event information to the Chamber at least 2 weeks in advance of the event so it can be uploaded to the calendar.  Make sure your email includes "Calendar Event Information" in the Subject Line.  Please note that ALL event submissions for the NewsBlast are automatically added to the online calendar.

Member Weekly NewsBlast Submission Guidelines:NewsBlastGuidelines
All current Chamber members are eligible to advertise in the Member Promotions section.  Please send your PDF file to the Chamber as outlined below: 
  • All submissions MUST indicate "Member Weekly NewsBlast" or "NewsBlast" in the Subject line of email. 
  • All submissions MUST be in Microsoft Word or PDF file format (file size limit is 2.0 MB).
  • All submissions MUST include your business name & phone number.
  • All submissions MUST indicate the time period for running the ad -- please include the beginning date & ending date.  NOTE: ads that do not include this information will run for one week only!
  • All submissions are subject to editing and/or rejection if not appropriate for the NewsBlast.
  • Deadline for submissions is 10:00am on Wednesday. Any late submissions will be held until the following week's edition.
  • NewsBlast will be scheduled to publish after 2pm on Wednesday.
  • All submissions will be listed alphabetically by member business.
  • Submissions not in compliance with these guidelines will be rejected.