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Exhibitors - Entry passes will be delivered this week! 
Dow Business Expo 
April 18, 2018
11:00AM to 2:00PM
Dow, 400 Arcola Road, Collegeville
Exhibitor Information
 
Attention Exhibitors:  Confirmation letter with security passes, name badges and instructions mailed via USPS, and should arrive later this week.  Security pass and name badge must be presented at door for entry into the building! No walk-ins.  Please call chamber office with any questions, or to update attendee information.  



Mixer Postponed!
April 11, 2018
 
We are sorry for the inconvenience, but the Mixer at Senior Helpers on Wednesday, April 11th has been postponed!    
Member Sponsored Ad                                                                                                                                           www.dirkspestmanagement.com
Golf Committee Meeting
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April 23, 2018
Noon - 1:00pm
PVCC, 351 E. Main Street, Collegeville
 
Help us plan the June 11th Golf Outing! 
To RSVP for the meeting, or to learn more,  contact Renee Blomstrom, 610-489-6660 or email  renee@pvchamber.net 
New Member Orientation
April 25, 2018
8:30 AM to 9:30AM
PVCC Office, 351 E. Main St, Collegeville
FREE Event!
 
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! 


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Business Owner Roundtable
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April 26, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
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. 
PV Stars Winner's Circle 

Member Sponsored Ad                                                              Visit www.patriotpestsolutions.net

The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this Calendar Year! 
 Click on a business name for more information. 


































Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network - 
The Princeton Group


All current PV Chamber Members found in the  Directory on  www.PVchamber.net
Legislative Update
SB 936 to Help Combat Opioid Addiction Among Injured Workers

With the opioid crisis gripping our state, the PA Chamber believes that it's both reasonable and responsible to enact S.B. 936 - legislation that would help fight this epidemic as it relates to injured workers by implementing a prescription drug formulary for workers' compensation, as a key part to the overall strategy in addressing the overuse and abuse of prescription drugs in the Commonwealth. Formularies offer a flexible approach that brings efficiency to patient treatment and addresses instances of over-prescribing.

The recent 98-98 vote was 3 votes short of the 101 needed to pass. A reconsideration motion was filed and there may be an opportunity for another vote in March.  Please click here to review the vote count

On behalf of the PV Chamber Board, we would like to recognize our local legislators that recently voted in favor of SB 936 and encourage them to continue to support this legislation.   

Special thanks for your support! 
 
EMPLOYMENT
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.
The PV Food Service Department is now hiring for several substitute positions.

You'll work in a friendly, fast-paced environment with people who enjoy serving the students and faculty of our district. This is a great opportunity for parents - work while children are in school, earn extra money, and have the summers off!
 
For more information, please call me: 610-489-8506, ext. 1109, or send email to byaksich@pvsd.org 
Transportation Update
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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Member News
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 
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!
Pyschic Readings Every Wednesday at Copperfield Inn

Private pyschic readings by Holly will be available from 6pm - 8pm every Wednesday at Copperfield Inn at Lakeside, 594 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick. Readings are on a first come, first serve basis.  Tarot or palm readings $10 - $25. 
Now through 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: w01081mk03@costco.com. 
April 12, 2018 @ 9:00am- 5:00pm

America's BIGGEST & most anticipated business-to-business networking event, trade show & conference for business owners, entrepreneurs, start-ups, decision-makers or anyone who works for a small business or is interested in starting a small business. Stop by booth #633 to meet Score Tri-County mentors and get help for starting a business or expanding your existing business. Location: Philadelphia Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Phila.  Event Website. 
April 14, 2018 @ 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Pennypacker Mills presents punchneedle craft workshop. Learn the old world needlepoint techniques called miniature punchneedle while creating a Baltimore Album inspired piece that can be made into a pincushion or mug rug. Adults only workshop; beginners welcome.  Cost $30 pp if you own punch needle. If you need to purchase 3 strand punch needle equipment, cost $50pp.  Pre-registration required; Registration deadline March 31.
FREE Admission.  For more information, visit  http://www.friendsppm.org/ 
April 14, 2018 @ 10am- 1:00pm

Kaletja Financial Management will participate in Spring Valley YMCA's  Autism Resource Fair & Family Fun Day.  All welcome to attend this FREE event!  19 W. Linfield Trappe Road, Limerick.
For more information, contact YMCA @ 484-984-2000.
April 15, 2018 @ 1:00pm - 4:00pm

All welcome to attend Mom's House Spring Fling! Come out and enjoy a fun afternoon at the Rec Room by Conshohocken Brewery. $25 ticket price includes light fare, door prizes and free game play. Take a chance on our 50/50 and Gift Card Grab. All proceeds benefit the  Mom's House  Program of providing free childcare and related support to low-income single parents who are completing their education.  Details & Tickets
April 19, 2018 @Noon

Community Music School  presents Bach's Lunch Concert Series 2018. 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.   Community Music School, 775 W. Main Street, Trappe. 484-971-4753.   For more information,  http://www.cmsmusic.org/  
FREE Admission. 
April 20, 2018 @ 7:00pm - 10:00pm  

 Citywide Star Party!
People all across the Delaware Valley turn their eyes to the skies for a one-night-only citywide celebration of the cosmos!  Local astronomers will bring telescopes to 20+ stargazing sites across the region, including one sponsored by Dow in Collegeville, to educate and inspire us all to better understand our universe.
Dow, 400 Arcola Road, Collegeville.  More information: 
April 21 @ 8:00am
 
Come visit Wood Through the Ages 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!
April 21, 2018 @ 9:00am
 
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy presents Lenape Challenge, a unique two-person adventure race that combines 5 miles of off-road running with 2.5 miles of paddling on the Perkiomen Creek. The course starts at the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy in Schwenksville and takes you and your partner on a romp through fields, woods and up over the slopes at Spring Mount. After a wicked climb and maddening decent, you'll hit the Perkiomen Creek for an epic 2.5 miles of boulder dodging and rapid running in Old Town canoes. You'll finish the race with a dash to the finish... just you, your teammate and a wet canoe.
Early Bird Registration Open Now! Click here for details and registration.
April 24, 2018 @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Generating Preparedness: A Look Into Safety Around Limerick Nuclear Power Plant

Mark your calendars and plan to join Montgomery1st on Tuesday, April 24th from 2-4 at the Spring Valley YMCA for a panel discussion with experts from Limerick, Montgomery County, and local businesses.  
Learn more about how the Limerick Generating Station operates, what security measures are in place, what would trigger the public to take action, and what you can do to keep your home and your business prepared.  More info 484-984-2000.
April 29, 2018 @ 5:00 - 9:00pm

Raise the Roof a Party for Preservation
The Speaker's House, home of Frederick Muhlenberg, first Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and first signer of the Bill of Rights will host their Annual Gala.
Join us for an evening of music, a silent auction, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dessert at The Barn on Bridge, a converted historic bank barn. All proceeds benefit the restoration of the Frederick Muhlenberg house, built in 176. 
For more information: www.speakershouse.org/gala
May 5, 2018 @ 9:00am - 4:00pm

Community Music School will hold an all-day marathon student recital fundraiser! 200 students throughout the day, raising funds for financial aid, scholarships, free programs for the community. This family friendly event will include musical petting zoo, face painting, bake sale and basket raffles. 
Community Music School, 775 W. Main Street, Trappe. www.cmsmusic.org 610-489-3676. 
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.




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