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Final Golf Committee Meeting Today!
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June 5, 2017
PV Chamber Office
351 E. Main Street, Collegeville
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM  

Last committee meeting before the golf outing on June 12th!     610-489-6660 or email [email protected]

Member Sponsored Ad                                                                                                                                           www.dirkspestmanagement.com
PV Chamber Annual Golf Outing sponsored by Keyser Miller Ford
June 12, 2017
Spring Ford Country Club
48 Country Club Road, Royersford
11:00 AM Shotgun Start   

LAST CALL...Registration Closes Tuesday, June 6th!
The scramble format tournament is fun for golfers of all levels.  Not a golfer? Join us for dinner , volunteer , donate a prize , or reserve sponsorship ! Raffles, Hole-In-One contest (win a 2 yr car lease), Putting Contest, Patio Golf Ball Drop and more! 
 
REGISTRATION AND DETAILS
 
Add your logo to the growing list of sponsors! 



To discuss v olunteer opportunities, and prize donations, contact Renee Blomstrom, 610-489-6660 or email  [email protected]


Chamber Mixer & Ribbon Cutting
June 20, 2017
Health Insurance Solutions Mixer
4402 Skippack Pike, Suite 102, Skippack
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Health Insurance Solutions  is hosting the June Mixer at their new location! Join us for a networking mixer featuring delicious food from Imperial Catering , beer, wine and prize giveaways. Enjoy our piano player and tour our new office.
Bring a Friend...Thanks to Health Insurance Solutions, Inc., non-member rate of $10 waived for this event!  

Business Owner Roundtable
roundtable
June 22, 2017
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Spring Ford Country Club
48 Country Club Road, Royersford

Join this interactive discussion and sharing of best practices among other business owners and decision makers.   
 
Cost: $25 per person 

Member Sponsored Ad                                                              Visit www.patriotpestsolutions.net
New Member Orientation
new member orientation
June 28, 2017
PV Chamber Office
351 E. Main Street Collegeville
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Cost: FREE!
 
sponsored by:   

Learn all about the opportunities with the Chamber, meet with new and existing members and get tips for successful networking.  Let's get to know YOU!

 
 

PV Men's Networking Event
June 28, 2017
PV Men' Night 
DaVinci's Pub 
217 E. Main Street, Collegeville
4:30 PM - 6:30PM

Gentlemen! Join fellow members and guests of the chamber for PV Men's Networking Night at the DaVinci's Pub! Unwind, network, and share in good company!  $15 pre-registered or $20 at the door covers the cost of appetizers.  Cash Bar.

 

Hurry...Limited Sponsorship Opportunity! 
Annual Night Out at Reading Fightin' Phils
August 2, 2017 
YOUR logo printed on 10,000 tickets.  Sponsors receive 400 tickets.  Sponsorship starts at only $395! 
 
REGISTRATION AND DETAILS
   
For more information, contact Renee Blomstrom, 610-489-6660 or email [email protected]


Business and Community Expo at Dow
September 14, 2017
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Dow Campus
400 Arcola Road, Collegeville
 
Dow Chemical and the PV Chamber are hosting a Business Expo! This Expo is open to all regional Dow Chemical employees from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Help welcome the newest Dow employees from Philadelphia and celebrate their move to Collegeville campus! This PV Chamber member only, one day event is an opportunity to showcase your business and services! B2B AND B2C ALL IN ONE PLACE!! Early bird pricing available until June 30th!
 
 
Exhibitors / Non-Exhibitors can participate! Goody Bags to be filled with promotional items, offers & incentives and given to first 200 Dow Employees at the Expo. PVCC MUST RECEIVE YOUR ITEMS NO LATER THAN 8/25/17 TO BE INCLUDED.!! 

Business Expo at Pfizer
Pfizer
October 11, 2017
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Pfizer Campus
500 Arcola Road, Collegeville
 
Registration is now open for the PV Chamber Business Expo at Pfizer!  This Member Only event is sure to sell out again this year.  Tables are on a first come, first serve basis - to ensure premium locations register today and receive early bird pricing! 
 
 
Can't attend the expo?  No worries! Get your information out to the Pfizer Employees through the Online Coupon Book.  After the expo all Pfizer employees will receive the link to this book filled with your valuable offers! 


 


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Thank you to Scillia Photography for capturing our 3rd Annual PV Stars gala held in February at RiverCrest Golf Club and Preserve!

  Visit the Stars photo gallery today! 

All current PV Chamber Members found in the Directory on  www.PVchamber.net

The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this Fiscal Year (beginning April 2016) and were added to our website and membership!







 
Collegeville Internal Medicine










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Verizon Wireless


Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network - 
The Princeton Group

EMPLOYMENT
PMA Medical Specialists  Local medical billing office seeking a full time Accounts Receivable and Follow-Up Collection employee with a minimum of 3 years of experience. Applicants must have solid knowledge of various area Managed Care/HMO, commercial and Medicaid plans. Medicare rules and regulations knowledge a plus. Candidate must be computer proficient with Word & Excel. Qualified applicants should display a positive and proactive attitude, be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask. Must be able to work independently as well as part of as team and be a strong communicator both written and over the phone.

Interested applicants can send resume with salary requirements to:  [email protected]  or fax (610) 917-1326 attn: Jennifer Rotondo-Moley.


Univest is hiring a Community Relations Specialist

Serve as the point of contact for day-to-day nonprofit relations for all Community Relations Sponsorships. Research request for support weekly and provide information to Director of Corporate Communications for review. Coordinate logistics for approved sponsorships. Leverage all opportunities to elevate Univest's name and support to the communities we serve. Track community appearances and sponsorships on appropriate reports. 

Coordinate promotional opportunities tied to community, event-based initiatives to support Univest's lines of business in building relationships and awareness around our integrated solutions. Coordinate the details around the scheduling and distribution of banners, tables, giveaways, gift baskets and other promotional materials. Attend events and take pictures as appropriate.

Build brand awareness by securing opportunities for Buck and Penny - Univest's Eaglet Mascot's - to be in the community. Seek opportunities through sponsorships, parades, educational opportunities in schools and at Univest offices. Assist Public Relations and Social Media Manager in creating demand for these characters through increased usage with financial literacy programs. Maintain the schedule for Buck and Penny and work to secure volunteers for opportunities. Track appearances and report quarterly. Handle maintenance and cleaning with vendor to keep costumes in great condition.

Assist Director of Corporate Communications with monthly processing and logistics coordination around Corporate Contributions. Coordinate attendees to fulfill sponsor ticket benefits and other benefits as directed. Coordinate Univest key role representation at various community events as appropriate.

For a full job description and qualifications  click here
Member News
MONTCO Magazine Spring Edition Featuring Trappe 300! 

Check out the Spring 2017 Issue of MONTCO Magazine for "300th Anniversary of Trappe" article  in the Collegeville section on pages 58-65.   
MONTCO Magazine Summer Issue will feature "Family Owned Businesses" and our editor is selecting candidates for this article soon. (category exclusivity will apply)

See info & deadline below and contact Frank Boyd if you are interested. 
Phone: 484-744-2578 or email: [email protected] 
MONTCO MAGAZINE SUMMER 2017 / FAMILY OWNED BUSINESSES & HEALTHY LIVING Ad Deadline May 31, 2017 - Publish Date: June 21, 2017.
Pillars of Light and Love is a non-profit launched in 2015 by business owner Kathy Opperman. The main focus of the non-profit is Stress and Life Management for all ages. Our goal is to educate children, teens and adults to reduce stress, have strong self-esteem, overcome anxiety, build confidence, and achieve effective coping techniques, positive communication skills, and healthy relationships. 
To view a full list of upcoming workshops, click here.

Cedars Market Open 3rd Saturday of Month
Cedars Market is open the third Saturday of the each month April through October, 8am - 12pm.   Wood Thru the Ages will showcase their handcrafted 100% maintenance free from cleaning outdoor furniture. The poly wood furniture is made from recycled milk jug material (HDPE) and comes in 18 different colors (new color is pink) or any two colors in combination. It has a UV inhibitor in the material to resist fading, stays outside year round and resists cracking, splitting and mold. The furniture is Amish made here in PA and is handcrafted by only experienced workers. For more information visit www.woodthrutheages.com or look for Jim Forbes at Cedars Market!
 
Winter/Early Spring 2017 Community Education

If you want to get a jump start on planning some fun and exciting classes to kick off the New Year, now is the time! Click here to look at the PV Community Education brochure.   
We are pleased to remind you that registration can now be done online! Visit our Web Store by clicking here.
June 1, 8, 15 and 22nd @ 6:30pm 

Makeup classes at EDEN DAY SP AND SALON , 378 W. Main Street, Trappe.

Single Class $55, Series of Classes $175.  Save 10% on make-up purchased at classes.

June 1- Foundation & Creating a Flawless Complexion
June 8-  Contour 101
June 15 - The Eyes Have It
June 22 - From Day to Evening

Space is limited to 6 to ensure personal guidance. Registration:  610-489-0800
 
June 6, 9, 10 and 11th  
 
Pinot's Palette Collegeville presents the following painting classes: 

June 6th @ 7pm - Peonies in Blue 
June 9th @ 7pm - Rain, Rain Go Away 
June 10th @ 1pm - Abstract Forest 
June 11th @3pm - Paris Rendezvous

For more information visit them on FaceBook: Pinot's Palette
 
June 7 @ 6:30pm - 9:30 pm

Tpwne Book Center & Cafe is hosting a wine glass painting class on June 7th at the bookstore, 220 Plaza Drive, Town Book Center, Collegeville (accross from Wegman's). Call 610-454-0640 for details.

June 8 @ 12:00pm - 5:00 pm

SCORE TRI-COUNTY presents Small Business Virtual Conference
This half-day event offers educational webinars, one-on-one mentoring sessions, exhibitor booths, and networking chat rooms to give you the information you need to succeed as a small business owner.
Registration  

June 8 @ 4:00pm - 7:00 pm

You and a guest are invited to attend an Antique Appraisal Show hosted by
Kalejta Financial Management at the Sunnybrook Ballroom, 50 North Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown, on June 8th from 4-7pm. Complimentary appraisals are limited to the first 50 to RSVP. Our professional antique appraiser will be Dr. Lori - star of Auction Kings!

Register online at www.kalejta.com or 610-831-2195.

June 9 @ 6:00pm - 9:00 pm

You want a night out, they just want to have fun! Drop your kids off at BounceU and go for a date night! Parents Night Out is for ages 3-11 and includes Pizza, Drink, Games and Bounce. Space is limited. Reservations are required.
BounceU, 130 W. Main Street, Trappe.  610-489-8888.

June 14 @ 5:30pm - 8:30 pm

The Speaker's House invites you to enjoy an old-fashioned potluck potluck supper followed by a special presentation on the new special exhibition Revolution at Home: The Muhlenberg Family of Pennsylvania, by Curator Lisa Minardi

Free; please bring a covered dish to share.

Held at St. Luke's UCC, 200 W. Main St., Trappe. 

For more information call 610-489-2105

June 16 @ 6:00pm - 8:00 pm

Ladies Night Out event to benefit Mom's House!

Beacon of Life Chiropractic is calling all women to come and join them for Ladies' Night Out event! Everyone will enjoy a night full of pampering, shopping, raffles, and yummy treats. This event will benefit Mom's House of Phoenixville!  Over 20 vendors and consultants will be one hand including 31 Bags, Damsel in Defense, India Hicks, Beauty Counter  and many others!
Call for more information: 610-474-2481

June 16 @ 7:00pm - 9:00 pm

In honor of the 50th Anniversary of the release of the Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album, Beatles Tribute Band - Elastic Karma and CMS Faculty, Students & Friends will perform the entire studio album plus two bonus tracks originally cut from the release - Strawberry Fields Forever and Penny Lane.

Elastic Karma is made up of Brad Mills (CMS Alumnus and former faculty member), Paul DiRenzo (CMS Alumnus and PVMS Band Teacher), Dave Overholzer (PVHS Band Teacher), Chaz Clelland and Mike Hones (PV Teachers) plus Jared Alvare and Dave Kelly. More about Elastic Karma here.

Community Music School, 775 W. Main Street, Trappe. 

Tickets: $20 and $15 for students - Available at the door or online

June 25 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

PennyPacker Mills

The Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia will play 1864 era base ball on the grounds of Pennypacker Mills. Root for the home team as they use vintage rules & equipment for the enjoyment of all. Kids can play "Town Ball." The Pennypacker mansion is open for guided tours.  Food vendor available. All ages; FREE, suggested donation $2/personhttp://www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills T: 610-287-9349
July 10 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

The Collegeville Rotary Club and the  Collegeville Fire Company are working together to serve our community. We celebrate our Third Annual Golf Outing on Monday, July 10, 2017 to support our Fire Company.
The venue is the breathtaking Bellewood Country Club (400 E. Schuylkill Road, Pottstown PA), known for its outstanding golf course and fine dining. The day will include full access to the course, lunch, prizes, raffles and dinner at the elegant club house facilities. The format will be a 4-person scramble with prizes awarded for the first three places. Skills events will also be included.
We are asking for your participation in our golf outing, either through challenging your fellow golfers, by contributing to our raffle to make the day more enjoyable, or by a direct financial pledge. 
For Details and Registration, contact Mark Million 610-630-4683  /  [email protected] or visit  www.collegevillerotary.org

July 14 @ 6pm - 9pm

Join The Speakers House  for a potluck supper followed by a special presentation highlighting new discoveries from the special exhibition Revolution at Home: The Muhlenberg Family of Pennsylvania.
Free; please bring a covered dish to share.
Held at St. Luke's UCC, 200 W. Main St., Trappe.
Details, contact the Speakers House, 610-489-2105 or visit  http://www.speakershouse.org/ 

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