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CHAMBER NEWS AND EVENTS
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TONIGHT
January Networking Mixer
Mercato's Pizzeria & Restaurant
155 Delaware Avenue,
Delmar
5-7pm
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Start 2017 on the right foot with some New Year networking! Make new connections and grow your network at Mercato's Pizzeria & Restaurant. Mercato's has been serving homemade Italian favorites since 1997. Ample parking is available.
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Express Saving Discount Store Ribbon Cutting
255 New Scotland Avenue, Albany
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
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Join us to cut the ribbon and celebrate the grand opening of Express Saving Discount Store, Inc. This is the second business for Shue Chen, owner of
Tomo Asian Bistro. The store will offer items like school supplies, snacks, hardware, seasonal merchandise, and more.
During the grand opening, all customers will receive a complimentary gift and shoppers that spend more than $15 will get an additional gift. Store hours after the grand opening will be 9am-9pm Daily.
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CrossFit SPUR Grand
Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting
35 Hamilton Lane, Glenmont
Friday, February 24, 2017
5pm
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CrossFit SPUR has revamped their space! Join us for the ribbon cutting to see all the changes at the facility, including the installation of their new crossfit rig. New classes were added to the schedule as well.
After the ribbon cutting, CrossFit Spur's 5 week intramural league will kick off, and guests are invited to stay and spectate.
F
or additional details on all of our upcoming events,
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Nominate a Business Person, Citizen or
Youth Volunteer/Entrepreneur
for the
32nd Annual Chamber Awards Dinner
Friday, April 28, 2017
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Do you know of a deserving local Business Person, Citizen or Youth who contributes to the Bethlehem Community? Nominate them for our Annual Awards! For complete details on qualifications and submission, see the
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***nomination deadline is February 10, 2017***
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If you receive a call from a Chamber Ambassador, don't be surprised! Our Ambassadors are a part of our outreach to our members and assist with
the retention of existing chamber members, enlistment of new members, and serve as goodwill representatives of the chamber at a variety of functions. This enthusiastic group helps maintain contact with other Chamber
members while promoting the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and its purpose.
Click HERE to meet our Ambassadors!
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ITALY
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We came.
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We saw.
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We loved.
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Check Italy off your bucket list with this amazing trip to Southern Italy and the Amalfi Coast! Rich in culture and stunning scenery, Southern Italy is the setting for this epic adventure. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, find yourself relaxing in the town of Sorrento or sight-seeing along the Amalfi Coast, which includes gorgeous places like Positano, Ravello and Amalfi. On this remarkable trip you will also encounter the world famous archaeological site of Pompeii.
Open to all members of the community, the trip begins March 23, 2017.
Click
HERE for the full itinerary or visit the
website.
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Amalfi Coast
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Pompeii
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Capri
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LAST CHANCE:
UPDATE YOUR BUSINESS INFO
for the
2017-2018 Business and Community Directory
We are preparing for the print
2017-2018 Chamber Business & Community Directory. 8,000 copies will be distributed throughout the community over the course of the year.
Member businesses should login to your account to verify all of your information is accurate. Forms were emailed and mailed (depending on your contact preference) the week of 1/9/17.
Please make any updates to your account by January 25, so your most current information is included. If you cannot locate your login info, download the
Member Update Form and return to the Chamber by fax at 475-0910 or by
email.
 Reserve Your Ad for the
2017-2018 Business and Community Directory!
Interested in promoting your business year-round to
a business and consumer audience?
Purchase an ad in the upcoming 2017-2018
Business & Community Directory.
* 8,000 copies printed and distributed
* Glossy, full-color ads
*Convenient size for use year-round by businesses and residents
*Directories included in Chamber Welcome Packets year-round to new residents and new businesses
The most affordable annual avenue to target Bethlehem's highly desirable demographic.
See
Rate Info and Contact our Sales Team:
Paula Segal 518.482.9044
Don McCormick 518.542.3341
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MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS
Attention all Bethlehem residents! Capital District Carpet Cleaning of Glenmont is offering
25% off any residential or commercial job to anyone who resides within town limits.
Specializing in cleaning wall to wall carpets, area and oriental rugs, upholstered furniture an
d mattresses, as well as tile, stone, and grout, they will even pick up and deliver to you your convenience, we will pick up and deliver your area and oriental rugs. Cash or check only for this offer, promotion good through 2/10/17. Call 728-4259 to make an appointment.
Saratoga Clay Arts Center is holding their 6th Annual Chili Bowl Fundraiser on Saturday, January 28 from 11am-4pm. Jill Fishon-Kovachick has created a special, limited edition "PINK bowl" for To Life! Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the center, To Life! and the Wilton Food Pantry. Bowls are $100 each and are available online or at the event.
Purchase bowls and tickets here.
Love is in the air at Merriman & Pfister's Marketplace! Stop in this Saturday, January 28, to see some of our local jewelers in action. They will be offering a much wider selection than we generally carry. Think Valentine's Day gifts!
This Saturday, January 28, Barkeater Brown | D.R. Congo 5.5% abv will be on tap from
10am-2pm at The Real McCoy Beer Co. A Northern English Brown brewed with New York State Pale Malt, some English Brown Malt, Crystal and Chocolate Malt, the addition of Barkeater Coffee Roasters D.R.Congo Coffee added in the secondary adds some great aroma and a subtle coffee flavor.
Three additional Yin Yoga and Meditation workshops have been added to the schedule at Free Movement Pilates! Pre-registration is required, contact Lauren at 518.312.0075. Sundays 2/5, 3/5 and 4/9 from 12:30-2:00pm. $35 each or $90 for all three. Classes feature
slower, longer held, deep, relaxing and restorative poses.
The Cheese Traveler has launched Alpine Night,
a Friday night pop-up event featuring items centered around raclette, a deliciously smooth and decadent melted alpine cheese. Items like Swiss Nachos (melted raclette over pickle-brined potato chips, local ham, and cornichons) and a build-your-own raclette plate with charcuterie choices will be included on the menu.
Alpine Night will run Fridays starting January 20 through March (excluding First Fridays) at the Cheese Traveler, 5-9pm.
A full selection of wines by the glass and craft beers will round out the night.
Dreaming of summer? Start planning your decking project NOW with Curtis Lumber! Delmar's store is located on 11 Grove Street - s
top in and meet with our talented deck designers who will partner with you to give you the outdoor living space you've always wanted.
The Cue Theatre has found a new home! They are now located at the Delmar First United Methodist Church at 428 Kenwood Avenue. Aladdin, Jr. auditions will be held on January 30-31.
Auditions are open to elementary and middle school students (ages 7-14); visit their website for complete audition details.
Have you heard about the Wholesome Pantry line from ShopRite? This line offers products that embrace the free-from and organic food trends. Click here to find out more!
Bethlehem Opportunity Unlimited's
(BOU)
5th Annual Community Spelling Bee will be
Thursday, March 2.
Help make it a success! This once-a-year fundraiser helps provide grants to student activities such as:
Girls Night Out BCHS,
Custome Ball BCMS,
Bethlehem Youth Court,
Senior Celebration,
Survivor Day and
After School program for Special Needs Students.
Funds raised also allow BOU to host the Annual Talking with your Teens forum and Life After BC discussion. Click here to register a team or sponsor.
Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy is celebrating 25 Years! Join them for their Annual Dinner on January 28 where they will
honor Matthew Bender for his significant contribution to MHLC as a devoted supporter and passionate advocate for land conservation in the Capital Region. Visit their site for event details and registration.
The next Parent's Night Out at the Bethlehem Area YMCA is
Saturday January 28, from 5-9pm. Register at the front desk, spots fill up fast. Click here
for details.
For the month of January when you book your next appointment at Ando Salon, mention their Facebook ad and receive a free deep conditioning treatment to moisturize those dry winter locks!
Breathe Massage Therapy has some
January specials...75 minute Swedish Massage for $79 (savings of $11), Full set of Classic Eyelash Extensions
...$
100 (savings of $30.00), Free Enzyme Exfoliation with a Signature or Anti-Aging Facial(not valid with any other offer).
Schedule online
or call us to reserve your time 518.621.7979.
The Spot 518
presents the
Plimsouls Re-Souled on Sunday, January 29 3pm
with Troy legends The Lawn Sausages at the Hanger on the Hudson in Troy. For info on the show, see the
article
and visit their
Facebook page
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Robinson Ace Hardware & Garden Center
in Slingerlands is recreating an existing space into a Gift Store with lots of unique items for decorating and for the home. And will also create an Outdoor Living area. We are
giving away a $50 ACE gift card
to the individual whose "Store Name" we choose. PLEASE Share to your friends and help us name the new store within a store.Visit their
Facebook page
to post your names to their Dec 24 post.
Deadline is January 30, 2017.
Leap A Level
with
Paychex
! F
or every business you refer to Paychex between now and 1/31/17 you'll get to leap a level on your road to a year of free payroll. See flyer for complete details.
For a full list of the ongoing member deals & offers, visit
Member News
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OFFICE SPACE
Looking for work space?
Visit our
Marketspace
page frequently to see
available office space.
HELP WANTED
Looking for work?
Visit our
Job Postings
page frequently to see current openings.
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BETHLEHEM BUSINESS MAP
View the online version of the Bethlehem Business map
here.
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NEW MEMBERS
Pusatere Landscapes
7 Par Drive
Albany, NY 12208
518.703.0300
Express Savings Discount Store
255 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
AdvoCare
128 Kenwood Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.222.9154
785 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.486.8580
180 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.339.0854
750 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.528.4980
505 Bradford Street
Albany, NY 12206
518.724.6455 ext.3207
155 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.475.7777
393 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518.267.9066
318 Delaware Avenue, Suite 23
Delmar, NY 12054
518.257.7304
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AROUND THE REGION.....
Assemblymember Patricia A. Fahy
Annual Open House
Join my staff and I for our Annual Open House.
I look forward to this event every year and hope we'll be able to welcome you into what is both our Legislative and District Office. You will also have the opportunity to see our most recent art exhibits by local artists, Nina Stanley and Ginnie Farrell.
Friday, January 27, from 8:30am-10:00am, Room 452 in the Legislative Office Building (LOB) in Albany, located in the building's west side. Enter through either the street entrance of the State Capitol (State St or Washington Ave or through the Empire State Plaza Concourse (Capitol/LOB entrance). After 9am, you can also enter directly to the LOB through the LOB State Street entrance. On-street meter parking and Concourse visitor parking are certain to be available. An RSVP is not required, but feel free to register via Facebook.
The Albany County Convention and Visitors Bureau Fund was established to support Albany County's hospitality industry by funding programs that will help build and sustain Albany County tourism destinations, attractions and events and bring more visitors to the County. The grant range is between $1,000 and $5,000. The grant application is due on September 14, 2017.
View grant opportunity guidelines and to download and application
The
Center for Economic Growth
's Talent Connect compliments the efforts of Human Resources in attracting and maintaining quality talent to Upstate New York's Capital Region by addressing the challenges of today's relocating professionals.
The Talent Connect program is offered to regional employers in need of comprehensive support in recruitment and retention of valued talent.
Or if you have a business/service you would like to highlight to incoming professionals, become a Community Partner. For details visit the
website.
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WEBSITE of the WEEK
Don't FORGET you can now join or renew your dues
online.
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Internships & Part-Time Positions
Interested in hosting a High School student for an Internship or paid part-time work shifts? Register your business by completing the form. Click
here
, or use the below link.
For additional details, contact the District Program Liaison
Nick Petraccione at 518.439.4921 x22053, or contact the Chamber at 518.439.0512.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
This Saturday, January 28, Toll Gate Ice Cream will be giving away free ice cream as a thank you for all of the support they have received for owner Rob Zautner's health emergency. Free cones and dishes will be offered between 12-4pm, and half gallons will be for sale. Click here to see the full story as covered by the Spotlight Newspaper.
On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays between 10 AM and 2 PM, the Town of Bethlehem accepts donations for Habitat ReStore of the Capital District of slightly used furnishings, 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!
Like us on Facebook @16HandlesGlenmont
for announcements and line-ups.
Add an event to our
Community Calendar here and click Submit an Event, it's free!
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Save $$
Visit our
Member to Member Deals
and
Hot Deals
to save on valuable services from local Chamber members.
Businesses interested in offering
Hot Deals to the Community,
contact us
for more information.
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