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Tagline Contest - ENTER TODAY!!!
                        
The Chamber is updating our logo, tagline and marketing materials...
and we want your help in developing our new tagline.

Put on your thinking hats, dive into your creative mindset and  submit your ideas.  If your tagline is chosen as the winner, you'll receive $100
Contest ends May 29th, 2018
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! 





Your Logo on 10,000 Tickets!!!! 
REGISTRATION DEADLINE - JUNE 15th! 

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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!
 
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! 


Save the Date!
July 18, 2018
The Princeton Group - Wells Fargo Advisors
555 Second Ave, Suite  D-300, Collegeville
4:00-6:00pm
                                                               
Mark your calendar for a Summertime Mixer at the new offices of The Princeton Group, Well Fargo Advisors.  Registration will open in June. 
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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 -31st:   LANE CLOSURE -  Westbound U.S. 422 motorists will encounter a left lane closure between the Sanatoga and Route 724 (Schuylkill Road) interchanges from 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 30, to 12:00 PM Thursday, May 31, for median construction as part of a project to rebuild 1.6 miles of U.S. 422 and construct new structures over the Schuylkill River and Norfolk Southern railroad tracks in Lower Pottsgrove Township, Montgomery County.

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
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.
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!
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 30, 2018 @ 1:00pm - 2:00pm
 
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 2, 2018 @ 9:00am - 3:00pm
 
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's Annual Sojourn! Join the adventure as we paddle a seven mile stretch of the Perkiomen Creek from Schwenksville to Oaks!  Explore the scenic beauty and hidden treasures of the Perkiomen. Do some boulder dodging. Battle the dams and rapids. Chat with old friends and make some new ones. Enjoy lunch at Cranberry Park, and learn a little about this gem winding through our own backyards. Bring your own canoe or kayak or rent one from us!

Details and Sponsorship opportunities, click here
June 7 @ Noon - 4:00pm
 
You are invited to Victory Bank's second and final Game Day on June 7th.

Come join us for complimentary hamburgers, hot dogs, chili dogs and wings as the Phillies take on the Chicago Cubs. Game time is 1:20 p.m. This is a very casual occasion, come for a quick hello, a burger, hot dog and some wings, or stay for the entire game!  Please feel free to bring a guest! See you then! The Victory Bank, 548 North Lewis Road, Limerick.  Visit www.victorybank.com
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 @ 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
   Make Your Website Work for You
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 @ 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. 
June 15, 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 17, 2018
Celebrate Your Father with Us at Copperfield Inn 

Treat Dad to a Father's Day B runch Buffet at the Copperfield Inn on Sunday, June 17th. To view menu and seating times, click here.   Copperfield Inn at Lakeside, 594 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick. 484-938-7082
June 22 - June 29, 2018
 
The Perki-Bay Expedition is a 5-day, 50-mile, self-supported, paddling expedition where the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's youth conservation program members paddle from the Perkiomen Creek in Upper Montgomery County to Fort Mifflin on the Delaware River.

The goal of the expedition is to raise awareness for the coming Perkiomen Creek Water Trail and for the Conservancy's new Water Quality Monitoring Program. Proceeds from the trip support our youth programs and the Perkiomen Creek Water Trail.

Click here to learn more.
June 23, 2018 @ 1pm
 
What could be more "American" than an afternoon of old-fashioned vintage base ball at Governor Pennypacker's home in Schwenksville? Bring the whole family to enjoy a rousing game on our field, just as teams did 150 years ago! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, buy a cold drink from our vendor and stop by the mansion for a tour of this fascinating historic site in the coolness of an air conditioned two-story mansion! 

The Athletic Baseball Club of Philadelphia will take on the Brandywine Base Ball Club at 1pm on June 23rd.  The Athletic clubs use period uniforms and use the rules from 1860's. After the game kids can play "Town Ball" with team members. This is a free event with suggested donation of $2.00. 
The site is located at 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA, 19473. For more info visit www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills or call 610-278-9349. Closed Mondays and county holidays. 
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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