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Chamber Mixer 
July 19, 2017
UNIVEST & Logic Group Mixer
505 Second Avenue, Collegeville
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM   
  

Univest Bank and The Logic Group Inc. are teaming up co-host our July Mixer. Enjoy delicious food and drinks, network with PV Chamber members and guests, participate in an interactive Cyber Security Presentation and take a chance to win a $50 gift card! 

Bring a Frien d!  $10 non-member fee waived.
 Event catered by    

 
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

Tickets were mailed to early renewal members last week!
Annual Night Out at Reading Fightin' Phils
August 2, 2017 
Call for ticket information (610)489-6660


Thank You 2017 Sponsors! 
 

PV Men's Night
August 16, 2017 
DaVinci's Pub
217 E. Main Street, Collegeville
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
 
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. Arrive before 6:00pm for Happy Hour Specials. Participate in "Guess the Weight of Colossal Lobster for a chance to win a Lobster Dinner!
Bring a guest...members and non-members welcome! 


Member Sponsored Ad                                                              Visit www.patriotpestsolutions.net
New Member Orientation
new member orientation
August 30, 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! 

 

Sneak-Peak Sales Event & Mixer 
Salters
September 7, 2017
Salter's Fireplace, Patio & Grill
3130 W. Ridge Pike,  Eagleville
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM   
  
PV Chamber members and guests will enjoy great networking, and advance preview of Salter's Annual Sales Event that opens to the public September 9th & 10th. Enter to win fabulous prizes, tour the new showroom and enjoy delicious food prepared on Salter's grills.   

 
BUSINESS EXPO
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!
 
 
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.!! 

Chamber Mixer 
September 20, 2017
PMA Medical Specialists
410 Linfield Trappe Rd, Ste #100, Limerick
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM   
  
PMA Medical Specialists will host a Mixer at the Cardiology Center, a fully accredited diagnostic center providing comprehensive cardiac and vascular services, using the most advanced procedures, services and equipment. Meet the team of specialists at PMA, enjoy networking, food and drinks.  

 
Speed Networking w/ Phoenxiville Chamber
September 28, 2017 
Phoenix Village  
131 Bridge Street, Phoenixville
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
 
 
sponsored by:

Phoenixville Regional and PV Chambers team up to present Speed Networking, a fun, exciting, effective way to make a lot of initial connections in a very different environment from the standard networking meeting. This event is limited to 20 individuals per chamber.   Only one representative per business may participate in the speed networking exercise (additional attendees welcome to attend mixer).  Limits on business categories will be applied. 


For additioanl information, contact Renee Blomstrom:
[email protected] or call 610-489-6660. 
 

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! 


Thank you to Scillia Photography for capturing our 32nd Annual Golf Outing held June 12th at Spring Ford Country Club! 

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

The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this Calendar Year and were added to our website and membership!





 







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The Logic Group, Inc.


Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network - 
The Princeton Group

TRANSPORTATION NOTICES
July 17, 2017 @ 9:00pm - 6:00am

Route 422 LANE CLOSURE on westbound U.S. 422 between the Pennsylvania Turnpike overpass and the First Avenue Interchange in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, and Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County for sign structure installation. More details.
EMPLOYMENT
Social Media, Sales & Office Assistant - Part Time Position! 

 
MC Weeks Window Fashions is looking to hire a part-time social media, sales and office assistant.  
Must have extensive computer and internet skills, self-motivation and great phone skills.

If you are interested in this position please contact Natalie Weeks at 610-489-7231 or stop in:
M.C. Weeks, Inc. Window Fashions, 183 West Main Street, Trappe, PA 19426
610-489-7231

Kevin Smith Transportation Group
Business Development Representative (BDR) - Inside Sales 
$36,000 a year
Are you looking to launch an exciting new career where you can work with a fun, fantastic team and have unlimited earning potential? If so, KSTG has a great opportunity for you! We are looking for bright, enthusiastic go-getters for entry-level Inside Sales positions with the fastest growing Limousine and Transportation company in the Greater Philadelphia area. As a BDR, you'll be empowered to target potential new clients, educate them on our services and ultimately position our VP of Client Services to conduct a more detailed presentation via a scheduled call or online meeting.

Kevin Smith Transportation Group
Now Hiring Charter & School Bus Drivers 
Hiring CDL Licensed School Bus Drivers  
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $500.00 to $900.00 /week
**Applicant must have a class C or B CDL with a passenger and school bus endorsements.

For more information about job opportunities at Kevin Smith Transportation Group, call 610-314-7034

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
Scillia Photography is looking for a marketing and sales person to grow our school and sports photography business. The applicant's goal will be to promote our portrait photography services and fundraisers. The applicant may already be involved with local sports organizations or leagues, dance studios or music schools. The ideal applicant is a well organized self-starter. He/she does not need to be a photographer but must have an appreciation for photography. This can be a part time independent opportunity.
If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, text me Giuseppe at (484) 961-0575

Member News
THANK YOU! 
Health Insurance Solutions Inc. (HISI) would like to thank everyone that attended the Mixer on June 20th. Nearly 40 attendees had the opportunity to meet the team at HISI and were treated to food by Imperial Catering, various beverages, raffle prizes, and live music. Attendees toured the facility at Health Insurance Solutions Inc. and networked with various businesses.   www.gethisi.com 

Tiki Tuesdays at Copperfield Inn at Lakeside 

Tuesdays - July 11 - August 28th

Starting Monday July 11th - Every Tuesday through August, enjoy live music on the deck, new weekly drink specials, food specials, giveaways and more!  Tiki Tuesday, July 18th is dedicated to Tito's Handmade Vodka & Justice Rescue.  50% of each Tito's Vodka inspired drink will be matched with Tito's Handmade Vodka and donated to Justic Rescue, a non-profit animal rescue organizations. 
Copperfield Inn at Lakeside, 594 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick. www.coperfieldinn.net
Lobster Wednesdays at DaVinci's Pub 

Wednesdays

Every Wednesday in the bar area, guess the correct weight of our featured Colossal Lobster and win the Lobster prepared for you on the spot!  Winner is announced at 6:30pm.  Must be present to win. DaVinci's Pub, 217 E. Main Street, Collegeville.   www.DaVincisPub.com 

 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/ 

 
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: 

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!
 
Month of July

Model Call!  Little Nest Portrait Studio is looking for models for our newborn workshop thru the month of July.! Families will receive a complimentary session, 8 x 10 gift print. We can't wait to welcome your families in to the studio. 610.489.4304. [email protected] 

Month of July

Daily Bread Community Food Pantry and our community's children need our DONATIONS! A note from the Pantry..."Help feed our children this summer! Now that our children are out of school we need food for their lunches. Food we are especially requesting are: peanut butter & jelly, canned pasta, children's soup, cereal, pop tarts, canned fruit, juice, and any other items for lunch".
Bring in a GENEROUS donation to PV Pet Eatery (Trappe Shooping Center, 130 W. Main St, Trappe) equal to $10.00 or more in the month of July, and you will receive a PaWtAsTiC gift from PVPE!
July 9th - August 27th

Teen Empowerment Program

Pillars of Life presents Julia's Joy, a Teen Empowerment Program created in memory of Julia Morath. Julia was unable to find her true self and joy in this life and left us in April of 2017. Her family, some of her friends and the team at Pillars of Light and Love have developed this program to help Teens live their best life and to become the greatest versions of themselves.  This program is open to 13-19 years olds and will be offered over the summer with various dates. 
For a complete list of topics and session times, click here

Now - August 18, 2017

Gift Bags for Incoming Freshman at Ursinus College

CEDC will collect items for gift bags for UC Freshma.  If your business would like to donate 500 ads, business cards, flyers, coupons, lists of events to publish from August 2017 through May 2018, lists for preventive dentistry, for example, toothbrushes, key chains, pens, pencils, small packs of Kleenex, seminars available, fall, winter, and spring events at your business, services offered, discount movie coupons, hair cut coupons, Emergen-C packs, applications for membership in your organization or volunteer opportunities, our volunteers will be collecting them from now, until Friday, 18 August. 

If you cannot bring them to the CEDC office, we will make arrangements to come to you. Also, let us know the date that you will be dropping off 500 items, so someone will be at the CEDC office to retrieve the bundle. Make sure to have items secured, that your business name is on the box or bag. You may leave it by the front door on the left side in case it is raining. Note: Last year, several businesses saved money by making flyers at home. 610-454-1050.  
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 19 @ 12:10pm -3:30pm

THE VICTORY BANK presents our Final Game Day of 2017!  Join us for lunch at The Victory Bank to watch the Philadelphia Phillies take on Miami Marlins.  Game starts at 12:10pm.  This is a very casual occasion, come for a quick hello, enjoy a hot dog and nacho bar or stay for the entire game.  Please feel free to bring a guest. 

July 21 @ 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Do you have a little extra blood to spare? The Collegeville Fire Company is hosting the American Red Cross's blood drive on July 21st from 2p to 7p.  Go to the website below and put in the date and zip code to schedule your time.  Http://redcrossblood.org/give/drive/driveSearchList

July 22 @ 9:00am - 1:00pm

Stop by the Speaker's House 18th Century Garden Market!  Enjoy fresh, seasonal heirloom vegetables, including lettuce, early greens and herbs grown in The Speaker's House kitchen garden as well as local honey, free-range eggs, and artisanal delights.  The Speaker's House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe. 

July 25 @ 2:00pm 

Delos Inc. presents a webinar "Telling Your Story".  Everyone has heard the old adage, you only get one chance to make a first impression. Are you making the right one?

Join the Delos team and Special Guest, Anu Anand, President, Inner Springboard, as we discuss telling your story:
  • Crafting a perfect pitchHow to make yourself memorable
  • How to awaken powerful emotions
  • Telling your story online
  • Getting to action
July 26 @ 4:30pm - 7:30pm 

Bruce Zanar, Motivational Marketing, invites all to join members of PBN, other networking groups & various BNI chapters for our 10th annual Summer Breezes evening of networking.  The event will be held at Bahama Breeze 320 Goddard Blvd, KOP (near Best Buys).  
Drink Specials, hot appys and cash bar! 

FREE event for PBN members;  $15 for non-members 

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. 

July 29 @ 9:00am - 1:00pm

Stop by the Speaker's House 18th Century Garden Market!  Enjoy fresh, seasonal heirloom vegetables, including lettuce, early greens and herbs grown in The Speaker's House kitchen garden as well as local honey, free-range eggs, and artisanal delights.  The Speaker's House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe. 

August 5 @ 9:30am - 10:30pm

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. www.bikesportbikes.com 

August 13 @ 9:00am - 3:00pm

Main Street Car Show presented by Collegeville Fire Company.  Top 75 with Professional Judging. All vehicles MUST enter Main Street @ Ninth Avenue. On street parking begins at 8:00am. Registration closes at 11:00.   Event time 9:00am - 3:00pm; judging at 2pm.  www.collegevillefire.org 
August 16, 2017 @ 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Schwenksville Borough presents Summer Concert in Meadow Park, 300 Main Street, Schwenksville (behind Schwenksville Fire Company).   Confirmed for a return performance is Schwenksville's own DOG BITE MONEY.  Dog Bite Money is always a local favorite and has quite a large following in the Schwenksville area. Dog Bite Money is a classic rock cover band with a song list that goes from Aerosmith to ZZ Top, and everything in between. 2009 was the 10 year anniversary of DOG BITE MONEY. This was also the year DOG BITE MONEY was named WMGK102.9fm "Band of the Year". They finished that year playing to a crowd of over 50,000 fans in New Jersey with Paul Rodgers of Bad Company. What to expect at a DOG BITE MONEY show?  Great songs, high energy show, & always encourage crowd participation. Come see what you've been missing!!!  
August 19 @ 8:00am - 2:00pm

Wood Thru The Ages will be at Cedars Market, Saturday, August 19th, from 8am - 2pm.  Cedars Market is located at the corner of Bustard Road and Rte. 73. Come out and see the large selection of poly wood furniture.  For more information, contact Jim Forbes:  cell (215) 840-3943;  Email jimfrtmyers.com or visit website at  www.woodthrutheages.com 

September 5, 2017
       
Sponsors and Golfers Welcome! 
 
Michelle Mitchell of Long and Foster is gearing up for the 6th year of fund raising for the Disabled American Veterans Golf Outing.We have a car for every par 3 this again this year! That is a chance at 4 cars for hole in one prizes! Contact Michelle for more details, all levels of sponsors as well as golfers are welcome. You will not be disappointed!  [email protected] or call Office - 610-489-2100 ext 1944; Direct - 484-902-1944; Cell - 610-731-7551. 
September 11, 2017
       
DaVinci's Pub, 1st Annual Golf Outing 
 
Tickets are now on sale for DaVinci's Pub  1st Annual Golf Outing to support the Collegeville Fire Company, on September 11, 2017 @ Turtle Creek Golf Course.  7:00am breakfast, 8:00am Shotgun Start, kegs on course, lunch and dinner buffets.  50/50, silent auction, golfer prizes and more.  Contact Dave Finch, 610-831-1955 or email [email protected] 
 
September 15, 2017 @ 4:00 - 7:00pm
       
Berman Museum Fall Reception
 
Join us to celebrate the opening of our fall exhibition, Real Estate: Dwelling in Contemporary Art
The exhibition presents the work of contemporary artists working with or responding to the varying aspects of real estate vernacular-buildings, rooms, structures, monuments, properties and houses. From the monumental to ubiquitous building, the ordinary, or derelict piece of property to the historic site, architectural details or the room itself, the artists presented in Real Estate consider an array of norms that fall under the much broader term of "architecture".  Berman Museum, Ursinus College, 601 E. Main Street, Collegeville.   www.ursinus.edu/berman/

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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