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PV Men's Happy Hour!
May 23, 2018
DaVinci's 217 E. Main Street,  Collegeville
4:30pm - 6:30pm

Welcome Back PVMEN Chair, Kip Bilo!
Join fellow members and guests for PV Men's Networking Night at DaVinci's Pub. Unwind, network and share in good company.  $15 pre-registered, $20 at door covers cost of appetizers. Arrive prior to 6:00pm to enjoy HH drink specials! 
 
Business Owner Roundtable
roundtable
May 31, 2018
11:30am to 1:00pm
Spring Ford Country Club
 
Join this interactive discussion and sharing of best practices among other business owners and key decision makers.  Network 11:30am - 12pm; program and lunch noon - 1pm. Cost $25.  Topic: Sandbox Solutions
FYI...Next month we will announce our new summer location...stay tuned! 

Golf Outing 2018!
June 11, 2018
11:00am Shotgun Start
Spring Ford Country Club
 
Golf...Sponsor...Donate...Volunteer...Network!
Register a foursome and receive a FREE hole sign! 
Sponsorship Opportunities for every budget.  
Golfer Packages include cart, greens fees, lunch, dinner, beer and soda, snacks and golfer goodie bag!


Add your logo to the growing list of sponsors! 

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Co-Sponsored Summer Mixer!
June 20, 2018
The Pink Moose Ice Cream Cafe & Catering
147 Main Street, Royersford
5:00-7:00pm
                                                         
     


Merck, Sharp & Dohme FCU & The Pink Moose are teaming up for a delicious, fun Mixer in June. The event will be held at Pink Moose, located at the historic Royersford train station.  Tour the spacious cafe and enjoy food and refreshments on the outdoor patio along the train station.  

FREE for Members; $10 Non-member 
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New Member Orientation
June 27, 2018
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
PVCC Office, 351 E. Main St, Collegeville
FREE Event!
 
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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! 


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Grand Opening Celebration Photos!
Escape Trappe Grand Opening was held on Saturday, May 19th! 


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EMPLOYMENT
HR Opportunity through The Job Exchange
Horsham area service firm is currently seeking a HR Generalist reporting to the Director of HR to work in its corporate office. This is a key role within the HR Department being responsible for generalist duties including recruitment as well as all other areas in which the Human Resources Department is involved. Specific responsibilities include interactions with employees from initial hire, benefits eligibility, performance management, leave of absence processing and separation from employment.
Direct Hire role, salary up to $70K.  For more information, contact Lori Colasanti at The Job Exchange, [email protected] or call 610-454-9477. 
Sanatoga Water Conditioning is NOW HIRING!  

Come grow with us! Sanatoga Water Conditioning, located in Pottstown and serving the Montgomery, Chester, Berks, Lehigh and surrounding area for 60 years, is looking for a full-time technician/ installer and an experienced outside salesperson to join our team. Competitive salary and benefits in a family friendly atmosphere. See our website for full details at www.sanatogawater.com
Collegeville State Farm is looking for a new TEAM MEMBER! 
Larry Hoak is seeking a hardworking, energetic, outgoing, customer focused, licensed sales professional to join his Award Winning Team.

Individual must be a positive, motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and be able to work in a fast paced Team environment. We are a small business with big business results. The right individual will have a rewarding career with a base salary plus commission, growth potential and experience the opportunity of working in State Farms agents office. For more information please contact Larry on his website www.larryhoak.com and click 'I'm hiring' tab and follow the prompts to send your resume.
Transportation Update
May 21st -24th: Daytime and nighttime left lane closures on westbound U.S. 422 between the  Sanatoga and Route 724 (Schuylkill Road) interchanges for median construction.
The Work is scheduled: 
Monday, May 21, through Wednesday, May 23, from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM;
Wednesday, May 23, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 PM Thursday, May 24; and
Thursday, May 24, from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM Friday, May 25.
 

Now - Summer 2018:
The ramp from eastbound U.S. 422 to Route 23 (Valley Forge Road) is scheduled to close in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, beginning Monday, February 12, for construction on a new fly-over ramp at that interchange.The ramp closure will be in place through late summer.
During construction, motorists will be directed to continue eastbound on U.S. 422, exit at First Avenue and make a left on Gulph Road to reach Route 23 (Valley Forge Road). Drivers should allow additional time for travel near the construction zone because backups and delays will occur.
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Registration Open Now
Summer Academic Camps at Ursinus College 

Summer classes include Archeology Field School, Pyschology, Spanish, Theater and Gender studies and more!  They may be taken for credit by Ursinus Students, high school students and college students matriculating to other institutions as well as members of the community. They can also be taken without credit for a reduced rate. 
Visit https://www.ursinus.edu/summer/academic-programs/summer-classes/ for registration, credit hours, core requirements and other information.
Registration Open Now
Summer Sports Camps at Ursinus College 

Now is the time to register for Summer (June and July) Athletic Camps being at Ursinus College.  Camps offerings include football, soccer, field hockey, basketball, leadership, baseball, gymnastics and track and field. 
Visit http://www.ursinuscamps.com for dates and registration details.  
Lobster Night at DaVinci's Pub - Every Wednesday!

Guess the correct weight of our featured Colossal Lobster and win the Lobster prepared for you on the spot!  Every Wednesday Night in the bar the Colossal Lobster Winner is announced at 6:30 PM (must be present to win)  Also enjoy our Happy Hour Monday through Friday, 4:00 to 6:00 PM. DaVinci's Pub, 217 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
Place an Ad in Collegeville Trappe Memorial Day Parade Program! 

We are looking forward to your support of our 8th Annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28th as residents and business leaders of Collegeville and Trappe honor those who gave their lives for our country.   Our theme, "They Answered the Call" is particularly apropos as several armed forces groups will be represented along with God Star Mothers, who have lost a son or daughter in the military and the Blue Star Mothers, who have a son or daughter currently serving.  Several motorcycle and other groups are expected to be riding in tribute to our military.  For more information, visit CEDC.

Businesses are invited to lend their support of the event by placing an ad in the program.  Due Date: May 15, 2018.  For more information, click here.   Any questions, please contact the CEDC's e-mail at [email protected] or Cathy Kernen at 610 409 0370, e-mail [email protected]
Cirque de Soleil VOLTA in Montco

Valley Forge Visitor Bureau announces Cirque de Soleil VOLTA is coming to Valley Forge and Montgomery County this summer!  See the hit show VOLTA during its four-week run this July and August under the Big Top on the grounds of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks.

Tickets are on sale now! Don't miss VOLTA's only stop in the Philadelphia area. Order your tickets and plan your stay today!
PVSD News 

Click HERE to view  the Spring/Summer PVSD Community Ed BrochureWe're offering a variety of new classes - a multimedia art class for children, Learn the Philly Bop (dance), Strategies for Re-Entering the Workforce, and lots of summer options for children (Young Engineers Program, Scratch/Robotics, Lego camps, Suzuki POP! and Musical Theatre Camp, to name a few). In addition, we have swimming, tennis, yoga and a variety of educational workshops for adults. 

View Perkiomen Valley School District 2018 - 2019 Calendar at  
www.pvsd.org 
May 2018
May Specials 30% off Products at Lily Laser & Beauty

Moroccanoil Body Souffle just $35.00 (regular value $50) 
Soothing Green Tea Mist $19.60 (regular value $28)
Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo $17.50 (regular value $25) 
Oil free Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 30 $17.50 (regular value $25)
Lily Laser & Beauty, 15 W. 4th Avenue, Collegeville. 610-489-6148.  www.lilylaser.com 
 May 2018
Promote Your Business and Support CHOP
COSTCO - SANATOGA invites local businesses to participate in their annual fundraising campaign for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Two sponsorship levels will be offered this year.  For $250 donation, business will receive a prominent poster displayed in Costo Sanatoga store for the month of May and vendor table in store for one weekend in May.  For $650 donation, business recognition on plaque in store for full year, display table for weekend, recognition on CHOP's Shop for CHOP website, banner display for your place of business and more.  For more information, contact Danielle George at (610) 569-4137, or email: [email protected]
May 23, 2018 @ 8:00AM - 6:00PM
 
Home Instead Senior Care of Skippack invites you to attend their upcoming Job Fair.  Home Instead offers flexible hours and no experience necessary with their ongoing paid training program! 
They will be conducting interviews at the Job Fair and hiring on the spot! For more details, click here. 
 
May 28, 2018 @ 10:00am  

We are looking forward to your support of our 8th Annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28th as residents and business leaders of Collegeville and Trappe honor those who gave their lives for our country.   Our theme, "They Answered the Call" is particularly apropos as several armed forces groups will be represented along with God Star Mothers, who have lost a son or daughter in the military and the Blue Star Mothers, who have a son or daughter currently serving.  Several motorcycle and other groups are expected to be riding in tribute to our military.  For more information, visit CEDC.

Businesses are invited to lend their support of the event by placing an ad in the program.  Due Date: May 15, 2018.  For more information, click here.   Any questions, please contact the CEDC's e-mail at [email protected] or Cathy Kernen at 610 409 0370, e-mail [email protected]
May 30, 2018 @ 1:00pm
 
Please join us at Merck Sharp & Dohme Federal Credit Union for the unveiling of "One Empty Seat", the POW/MIA National Chair of Honor. Since WWII, over 82,000 Servicemen and women remain unaccounted for. In an effort to honor their service to our country and recognize they will not be forgotten, Merck Sharp & Dohme Federal Credit Union is placing a POW/MIA Chair of Honor at our Collegeville Branch on May 30, 2018. Event Details

June 8, 2018 
 
Renaissance Academy Charter School will be holding their 2018 Golf Outing on Friday, June 8th, 2018 at Landis Creek Golf Club, 765 N Lewis Rd, Royersford, PA.
Registration and breakfast begins 8:00 am, with a shot gun start at 10:00 am. Lunch, awards, and auction follow the golfing portion of the event. For more details or to register for the outing, please visit our Golf Outing Page. All proceeds directly benefit the students of Renaissance Academy.

June 9, 2018 @ 9:00am
 
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's Annual Sojourn! Join the adventure as we paddle a seven mile stretch of the Perkiomen Creek from Schwenksville to Oaks!  Details and Sponsorship opportunities, click here
June 9, 2018 @ 11:00am - 3:00pm
 
Pink Moose Cafe will host Dog Adoption Day!  Vendors specializing in crafts and goodies for animals. Please consider bringing blankets, treats, food and/or accessories to donate to Forever Home Animal Shelter (of course, monetary donations are always welcome).  Pink Moose Cafe & Catering, 147 Main Street, Royersford.   
June 11, 2018 @ 11:00am
 
All welcome to attend PV Chamber Annual Golf Outing!  Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Keyser Miller Ford! Scramble format, shotgun start at 11:00am.  For golfer and sponsorship information, please visit Chamber website
June 12, 2018 @ 2:00pm
   
Learn what strategies you can use to build or improve a website that can help you grow online, and off. Your website is your online front door, and it should help you accomplish your business goals. Join Donna Botti of Delos Incorporated for this Webinar!

Register/More Info Online
June 14, 2018 @ 7:30pm
 
Back by popular demand - Elastic Karma and the CMS Faculty Orchestra are back to help you sing into summer with some of your favorite Beatles songs. Don't miss this chance to hear the full orchestra sound on classic Beatles' tunes like Penny Lane, Eleanor Rigby, I am the Walrus, Lady Madonna, Hello, Goodbye!, Yellow Submarine, Within you, Without you!

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 West Main Street, Trappe. 
June 14, 2018 @ Noon
Bach Lunch Series 

Bring your favorite lunch and enjoy a free lunch time concert on the third Thursday of each month featuring CMS faculty members. Programs begin at 12:10 and end by 12:50 p.m.  
June 14 Jennifer Abate Little, soprano, Thad Shirey, baritone & Seth Trumbore, piano
For more information, http://www.cmsmusic.org/ 
Community Music School, 775 West Main Street, Trappe. 
September 28, 2018
 
XPO Business Equipment presents 1st Annual Survivors Cancer Foundation Golf Outing at Turtle Creek. Shotgun Start at Noon. $125 per player includes greens fees, cart, beverages on course, lunch and dinner. All proceeds raised will benefit local families affected by cancer and other life altering tragedies. Click on the links below for details: 



We are also in need of donations for our basket raffle! If you can donate, of if you have any questions/would like more information, please reach out to Melissa Ginnetti-Barrasso at 610-226-2781 (direct office line) or [email protected].  



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