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LAST WEEK TO RESERVE YOUR TICKETS!!!!
Annual Night Out at Reading Fightin' Phils
August 2, 2017 
Reward your clients, family and friends with Reading Phillies Tickets!  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]


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.

 

Chamber Mixer 
SAVE THE DATE....July 19, 2017
UNIVEST Mixer
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Mark your calendars for a networking mixer on July 19th.  Our host, Univest, is finalizing the details for our Summer networking event so check back next week for details and registration!   
Business Owner Roundtable
roundtable
July 27, 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. Topic: Networking
 
Cost: $25 per person 
Registration

Member Sponsored Ad                                                                                                                                           www.dirkspestmanagement.com
Early Bird Discount Ends This Week! 
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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Have something exciting to share with our members?  Send us a few lines to include in our "About our Members" section and we will include it in our next edition!
Deadline for submission:  July 10th 

 

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







Evansburg Dental




GMS




















Verizon Wireless


Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network - 
The Princeton Group

TRANSPORTATION NOTICES
U.S. 422 AND ROUTE 23 TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS SCHEDULED THIS WEEK FOR BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION IN VALLEY FORGE AREA
 
U.S. 422 and Route 23 (Valley Forge Road) motorists will encounter travel restrictions this week (June 26 - 30) in Upper Merion and West Norriton townships, Montgomery County, and Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, for bridge construction, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced.  
Click on this link to view work schedule including roads, work schedule date/times. 
 
LANE CLOSURES U.S. 422  EASTBOUND & WESTBOUND - June 28th & 29th 
 
LANE CLOSURES JUN 28 - 29 on eastbound and westbound U.S. 422 in Lower Pottsgrove Township, Montgomery County, for bridge repairs as part of a $73.3 million project to rebuild 1.6 miles of U.S. 422 and construct new structures over the Schuylkill River and Norfolk Southern railroad tracks
Click on this link to view work schedule including roads, work schedule date/times. 
 
EMPLOYMENT
Swirls & Nibbles is hiring! 

Swirls & Nibbles is hiring for the following positions: 
    Drivers 
    Servers 
    Bus Person
Must be at least 18 yrs old for delivery position
Must have a valid driver's license with insurance along with adequate transportation.
Must be min of 16yrs old.  Contact Blair Thompson at (484) 991-8472 for details. 
Swirls & Nibbles, 1240 Bridge Street, Schwenksville.   http://www.swirlsandnibbles.com/ 
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
Registration Now Open for Summer Sports Camps at Ursinus College
 
URSINUS COLLEGE offers a variety of day camps led by Ursinus College coaches.  There's still time to register for summer 2017 camp session. There's camps for everyone!

    Field Hockey Camp
    Sports Leadership Camp
    Basketball
    Soccer
    Football
    Gymnastics
    Baseball

Click on the link below for a list of camps, dates and registration details: 

 Free Topping Mondays are Back at Swirls & Nibbles 
Starting Monday June 19th - FREE toppings every Monday ALL DAY at Swirls & Nibbles, 1240 Bridge Road, Schwenksville. 

Check out their website for weekly deals:  http://www.swirlsandnibbles.com/ 

 
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!
 
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.

June 26 - June 30th 
                                    Sponsorship Opportunity Available - Support PWC

Support the creation of the Perkiomen Creek Water Trail by donating to the Perki-Bay Expedition. 
The Perki-Bay Expedition is a 5-day paddling expedition where the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's youth conservation team will paddle from the source of the Perkiomen Creek in Upper Montgomery County to the Delaware Bay.

Support our conservation team as they venture over 60 miles on the Perkiomen Creek, Schuylkill River and Delaware River. The goal is to generate community support for the protection of the Perkiomen Creek and its hopeful addition to the Pennsylvania Water Trail Program.
More information, click here
Donate Now to Perki-Bay Expedition Fundraising Event!

June 29 @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Collegeville Borough invites you to attend a FREE concert, The Mango Men, held in the Collegeville Park (3rd & Park),  starting at 7 p.m.  Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of good music.  Please check this page for weather cancellations. 

July 1 @ 9:30am - 10:30am

Free Fix-A-Flat Clinic - Learn how to repair your own flats at this free monthly clinic, held the first Saturday of the month at BikeSport, 325 W. Main Street, Trappe.  Call for details 610-489-7300.

July 1 @ 7:00pm

Celebrate Independence Day with an abstract painting of the American Flag at Pinot's Palette, 121 Market Street, Collegeville.  Come early, relax in a comfy seat in our dynamic, spacious BYOB studio. Local artists guide you step by step through a featured painting with a twist of a brushstroke onto a canvas that's just waiting to be transformed into a masterpiece. 
Click here for more details. 

July 1 @ 8:00am- 3:00pm

Trinity Lutheran Church is hosting a Country Fair and Car Show that was scheduled for 6/24/17, but was postponed to next Saturday, 7/1/17 from 8-3.  This family-friendly event is sponsored by Imperial Catering  and will include udged car, truck, motorcycle & tractor show. Attic treasures, used book sale, basket raffles, moonbounces & children activities, food, bake sale & vendors.  Visit PV Chamber member, Jim Woods,   Wood Thru The Ages and ask about 30% off special discount on Pollywood furniture.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 1190 Valley Forge Road, Fairview Village, PA 19409
July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

ALL WELCOME! 
Annual Community Patriotic Ceremony at  TRINITY Reformed United Church of Christ, where  the town's first Patriotic observances began after the Civil War.  Refreshments will be served and "Our Boys In Blue" book will be available for purchase.  The book tells the story of the 35 Civil War vets buried in Trinity's cemetary. 
The community is also invited to attend the 9:30am service of worship with patriotic music and hear our youth group share their Appalachian Service Project (ASP) stories from a week mission on the other side of the Mason Dixon Line. 
Trinity Reformed UCC, 532 E. Main Street, Collegeville.  More details

July 4 @ 10:00 am

4th of July Celebration 
All welcome to attend the 4th of July Ceremony sponsored by Collegeville-Trappe Ministerium. The ceremony is rescheduled from original date of May 28th.  The event will take place at The Old Trappe Church, 717 W. Main Street, Trappe.  Click here for more details, or Email: [email protected]

July8 @ 10:00am - 3:00pm

Join us for special guided tours of The Speaker's House, where big changes are taking place as we reconstruct the roof of the house. Enjoy a stroll through our authentic Pennsylvania German kitchen garden, and see what heirloom plants we are growing this year.

Guided tours will be offered on the hour. Free on-site parking and admission.

The Speaker's House, 151 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 26686,Trappe, PA 19426. 

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 13 @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Collegeville Borough invites you to attend a FREE concert, Barefoot Bobby and the Breakers, held in the Collegeville Park (3rd & Park), starting at 7 p.m.  Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of good music.  Please check this page for weather cancellations.    

July 18 @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Perk Valley Pet Eatery presents our next and final Dog's Night Out At The Park is less than a month away, on Tuesday, July 18th from 6pm to 8:00pm! Mark your calendars for a fun night out at Waterworks Park with pet parents, pet vendors and pet manufacturers!   More info

July 29 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Join us on a scavenger hunt for historic items and points of interest all around the grounds of Pennypacker Mills!  Collect a token at each stop on the hunt.  Prizes will be awarded!
At the end of the hunt, cool off with cold beer and light fare.
Due to the service of alcohol, this is a ticketed event. TICKETS:  $10.00 for Friends' members; $15 for non-members. 
Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.friendsppm.org/events2.html 
Last sale date is July 22.
Tickets ordered online before July 19 will be mailed to your home.
Tickets ordered after July 19 will be held at the door.
Tickets are also on sale at the mansion. 
More information contact Friends of Pennypacker Mills, 610-287-9348. 

September 23

TRAPPE COMMUNITY DAY - VENDORS WANTED! 

The 14th Annual Trappe Community Day will be held in Waterworks Park on Saturday, September 23rd. In prior years, over 2,800 attendees!  Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your business. 
Click on the links below for more information, or visit Trappe Community Day page. 







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