Chapin Chamber Weekly News & Events
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LIMITED CHAMBER LED
BOARD RENTAL SPECIALS
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In an effort to promote community awareness of events happening in our area the Chapin Chamber is now offering a MEMBERS ONLY sponsored
Community Events special rate of $50.00. Your AD would run over a 2 week period 24/7. These special rates are also offered with limited availability, must be paid at time of reservation, and will run until the
end of 2018.
For more information call the Chamber
at 803-345-1100
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Also, for MEMBERS of the Chapin Chamber we are offering an
LED special pricing which is a B3G1 free. This must be paid at time of calendar date request, and will run from now until December 2019.
For more information or to book your advertising dates for next year at this discounted rate contact us!
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Join us for our Annual Breakfast Meeting, sponsored by Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative,
Thursday, October 18, 2018,
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
at Chapin Town Hall
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Breakfast provided by Sheila Veach,
owner of Small Packages, LLC.
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Our agenda will include the election of new board members, legislative updates from SC representatives Chip Huggins and Nathan Ballentine as well as nomination opportunities for our Annual Chamber Awards
Gala in November.
Registration is required
Free for Chamber Members,
$10.00 for Non-members
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Thank you to our ANCHOR & ADMIRAL Sponsors
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Please remember to send your articles by Wednesday Morning to be included for Thursday distribution. This form of advertising is
INCLUDED IN YOUR CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP.
Send articles to:
april@chapinchamber.com
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Lake Murray Flower Shoppe was founded in 2005 by owner, Lynda Boham, a certified FTD floral designer with 35 yrs experience. Lynda strives to compete with the grocery stores and on-line shops with her passion, strength and a belief that she can be the very best while showing you her expertise and creativity.
Contact Lynda and her staff today
803-932-7001
Business Hours
Monday-Friday 9-5
Saturday 9-2
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Whether you just want to brighten someone's day or you really want to make a statement, Lake Murray Flower Shoppe will create something that you will be proud to share. It's their goal to provide affordable flowers for weddings, parties, and home decor, while keeping their customers not only satisfied, but delighted!
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LOOKING FOR AN INTRIGUING NOVEL? LOOK NO FURTHER!
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The latest release from local, award winning author and nationally known speaker C. Hope Clark.
The Carolina Slade Mystery Series Book 4
Click the below to purchase your very own copy through Amazon!
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CHAPIN PHARMACY OFFERS
FLU SHOT CLINIC HERE AT THE CHAPIN CHAMBER!
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Unfortunately flu season is just around the corner. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccination as the first and most important step in protecting against flu and its potentially serious complications. Millions of people have safely received flu vaccines for decades. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalization
Protect yourself and your loved ones.
No more excuses.
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What's new for the 2018-2019
Flu Season? Still not sure...
Your local Chapin Pharmacy is offering a flu shot clinic here at the Chapin Chamber
Tuesday October 16th
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bring your insurance card for billing purposes and the staff from Chapin Pharmacy will do the rest!
Drop in anytime between 10-2
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Contact April at the Chapin Chamber for any questions you may have.
803-345-1100
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Open this Saturday October 13th and every Saturday in October
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets are $7.00 per person ( ages 2 and up)
Make treasured family memories with Lever Farms that will last a lifetime!
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It’s the time of the year when beautiful sunsets, colorful leaves begin to appear and welcomed cooler temps ….an excellent time to capture the season on a canvas, sculpture a pumpkin and a photographers dream. The
Crooked Creek Art League
is looking forward to welcoming Artist
Eileen Waddell
of
“if ART Gallery”
located in downtown Columbia for the October 15th, 2018 League meeting. Their presenter will be advising the members of the league on how to best get regional exposure for their art.
All meetings and workshops are held in the Crooked Creek Recreational Center located at 1098 Old Lexington Hwy, Chapin SC. Join the members in a hospitality period at
6:30 p.m. and the general meeting at 7 p.m. If you are a painter, sculpture, potter or photographer at any level you are invited to come and join in these exciting and informative evenings. Their two day workshops are available to all members.
If you have the opportunity, visit
Still Hopes Retirement Center
in West Columbia where Crooked Creek League members are exhibiting 51 beautiful art pieces. The exhibit will hang from October 1st thru November 30th. It can be viewed between the hours of
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Other exhibits can be viewed monthly in the Chapin Library, BB&T, Chapin Chamber of Commerce, Prosperity Chamber of Commerce and Palmetto Fine Arts of Chapin as well as the TAP Gallery inside the Crooked Creek Recreational Center. More news to come on the special community project in the very near future.
As you are out and about in the community “look” for the works of the many talented league artists. The League is also proud to be featured along with some of their artists in the first edition of the new
CHAPIN MAGAZINE
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School District Five announces
three make-up days lost due to Hurricane Florence
IRMO
– The Lexington-Richland School District Five School Board has approved the first three make-up days lost due to Hurricane Florence. Students in School District Five will now attend school on the following dates:
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MAKE UP DAYS LOST DUE TO HURRICANE FLORENCE
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Friday, March 29.
Students will attend school on this day, which was previously scheduled as a Teacher/Student Holiday.
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Monday, April 22
. Students will attend school on this day, which was previously scheduled as a Staff Development/Teacher Work Day.
The decision to close schools Sept. 11, 2018 – Sept. 14, 2018 was made under order of the governor as South Carolina prepared for the impacts of Hurricane Florence. The Board approved the three make-up days recommended by the district administration during a special-called Board meeting on Oct. 1.
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The Classy Cruet is looking for seasonal help for the upcoming holidays in both the Lexington and Chapin stores!
Hours and days you would be working may vary. Applicants should posses basic computer skills, be able to complete a simple retail transaction using a Point of Sale system and have great communication skills!
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Being a 'foodie' is a definite plus! If interested, please go into either store to fill out an application!
223 Columbia Avenue, Chapin
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Scott Hanners State Farm is excited to announce that Nancy Williamson has joined their team as Scott Hanners new marketing coordinator.
Nancy has a background in marketing and has run the Newberry Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for nearly 9 years, as well her own small business Carolina Web Design Services, where in both capacities she specialized in teaching small business owners and non-profits about internet marketing and social media. She is looking forward to “practicing what she has been preaching” to help Scott grow his business.
Nancy has lived in the Chapin community since 2003, when her husband Bob accepted a job VC Summer Nuclear Station. They have three children, Bobby, Maggie and Michael.
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In her spare time, you can find Nancy playing tennis or volunteering at her church, Our Lady of the Lake in Chapin. She has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Peru State College, is a Certified Business Advisor (CBA).
Please welcome Nancy as she assumes her new role here in Chapin at Scott Hanners State Farm office.
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If you haven’t already, create your team or register to walk with Palmetto Health and help kick breast cancer to the curb!
Saturday October 13th
Walk for Life Late Registration: 6:30 a.m.
Half Marathon Medal Ceremony 10:00 a.m.
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All funds from Walk for Life and Famously Hot Pink Half Marathon, 5K + 10K stay right here in the Midlands to support Palmetto Health Breast Center.
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Breast cancer touches so many lives each year. Not just the lives of those diagnosed, but also of their loved ones.
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Fall for Chapin Street Festival & Chili Cook-Off!!
$10 will get you entrance into the Chili Cook-off.
Also, there will be live music by a local popular band!!
This fall festival will benefit the Greater Chapin Community Endowment,
which supports local non-profit organizations.
There will be a Craft Fair, Farmer’s Market, Corn Hole Tournament, Live Music, Beverages, Chili and Pawley’s Front Porch will be available for additional food!
*Chili Cook-Off Entry fee is free, as Chili will not be sold*
Samples will be given to guests for voting by everyone.
Sponsorship spots are available and Vendor fee is also $20.00
*To Become a Vendor, Sponsor, or Compete in Chili Cook-Off, please email
geraldmeetze@yahoo.com
for information*
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OUTSMART THE SCAMMERS!
Harry Cromer of Edward Jones invite you and a guest to join them on Tuesday
October 23rd at 2 p.m. at Crooked Creek Park (The Rotary Room)
1098 Old Lexington Hwy
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Incidents of fraud are on the rise, and scammers' tactics are becoming more complex. That's why it's important to educate yourself about fraud. And while no one is immune there are steps you can take to Outsmart the Scammers.
Join Harry for this presentation and learn important strategies to help protect you
and the ones you love.
RSVP to 345-3272 by October 18th
Harry E. Cromer III, AAMS
Financial Advisor
107B Virginia St, Suite 1
Chapin, SC 29036
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Please join the Coffee Shelf and friends for the 3rd straight year!
Saturday October 27th
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Come celebrate the local artists & vendors at Chapin's Annual Fall Art Festival
Held in the parking lot of The Coffee Shelf
Contact Jerry 803-932-2660
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'Tis the Season for Some Holiday
Shopping and Cheer!
November 1st - 4th
WHO: Merchants in the Greater Chapin Community.
WHAT: 30th Annual Holiday Open House
HOW: Shop Local. Eat Local. Spend Local. Enjoy Local.
Come get your Holiday Shopping On with extended hours, special offers, door prizes and gifts as Chapin & area retailers hope to get you into the Holiday Spirit.
Chapin offers a wealth of local merchants in our community, and we encourage you to shop locally to support these fine businesses
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MERCHANTS INVOLVE
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ArtCan Studios
Blue Lavender Spa
Downtown Nutrition
Lake Murray Flower Shoppe
Merle Norman Cosmetics & Hair
Palmetto Fine Arts
Palmetto Gems
Second Hand Time
Southern Propane
Southern Stitches
Speckled Sparrow
The Classy Cruet
The Fancy Pants Boutique
The Nifty Gifty
The Tipsy Toad
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BE A PART OF
CHAPIN MAGAZINE!!
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The fall issue of Chapin Magazine is now available. If you did not receive one in the mail, you can pick one up at the Chamber.
If you are interested in advertising in the magazine, contact Kerry Summer at
kerrysummer6@gmail.com
or 917.612.6998.
The deadline for completed ads for the winter issue is Nov 9th.
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DENIM AND PEARLS
OYSTER ROAST
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Join the ladies of the Chapin Junior Woman's Club as they once again host their famously popular Denim & Pearls Oyster Roast - catered by the Blue Marlin
Benefiting
Meals On Wheels & Other Chapin Community Outreach Projects.
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Tickets will be available from April at the Chamber Chamber
302 Columbia Avenue
803-345-1100
Sponsorship Opportunities
are also available.
Get your tickets soon before they sell out because they will sell out!
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Roberta Sorensen studied art at the University of Maryland, but subsequently had a long career in Washington DC, working on Capitol Hill and for a number of physician organizations as a legislative expert and association executive. She retired a little over a year ago and now if trying to devote time to painting and experimenting with other art mediums. She finds working with the Crooked Creek Art League, with its many accomplished and generous artists, a welcome challenge and opportunity to grow as an artist.
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About this piece
WATCHING FOR THE
WINTER BIRDS
Size 24" x 36"
Medium : Oil
"This is a painting of my daughter Terri,
first drawn from life more than 40
years ago when she was a child.
The drawing was used as a study for a painting this past year. “Terri” had a hand full of birdseed; she would open the sliding window and put seeds out on a deck covered in snow, and watch for the birds to come and – as she said – have lunch.
I loved the beautiful folds of her nightgown and the light that came through the window. My having a painting to remember this day is extremely special."
The painting won a Merit Award at the 2018 Crooked Creek Art League
Juried Show.
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Click on the Food Pantry Needs to view Chapin We Care's crucial needs for October.
Collection bins are located throughout Chapin at the library, Crooked Creek Park, some local churches,
and at We Care.
We Care is particularly low on food right now and they are incredibly grateful for your support!
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INTERNATIONAL DAY
OF THE GIRL CHILD
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On October 11th, the International Day of the Girl Child seeks to bring awareness and solutions to the unique challenges that girls around the world face every day.
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From the moment a child is born, she can grow up to be a scientist, author, business leader, mother, teacher or anything she may choose to be. Providing her with the healthy options, education, and resources to make her own choices means removing some of the obstacles she faces.
Depending on where she lives, a young girl’s challenges will vary and how we approach addressing those issues will change. During International Day of the Girl Child, join the global call to action.
Create real solutions; listen to the aspirations of young women; mentor someone who will someday overcome the challenges she faces.
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NATIONAL SAUSAGE
PIZZA DAY
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National Sausage Pizza Day is observed each year on October 11th. This food holiday is a favorite of pizza lovers across the country.
- In ancient Greece, the Greeks covered their bread with oils, herbs, and cheese which some attribute to the beginning of the pizza.
- In Byzantine Greek, the word was spelled “πίτα”, pita, meaning pie.
- A sheet of dough topped with cheese and honey, then flavored with bay leaves was developed by the Romans.
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- The modern pizza had its beginning in Italy as the Neapolitan flatbread.
- The original pizza used only mozzarella cheese, mainly the highest quality buffalo mozzarella variant which was produced in the surroundings of Naples.
- It was estimated that the annual production of pizza cheese in the United States in 1997 was 2 billion pounds.
- The first United States pizza establishment opened in 1905 was in New York’s Little Italy.
- Pizza has become one of America’s favorite meals.
Whether your pizza is thin crust, hand tossed, thick crust or deep dish, top it with delicious Italian sausage and celebrate National Sausage Pizza Day.
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National Coming Out Day is an observed civil awareness day recognized annually on October 11th. This day celebrates individuals who publicly identify as bisexual, gay, lesbian, transgender – coming out regarding their sexual orientation and/or gender identity being akin to a cultural rite of passage
for LGBT people.
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HOW TO OBSERVE
Use #NationalComingOutDay to post on social media.
HISTORY
National Coming Out Day was founded in 1988 by New Mexico Psychologist and founder of the personal growth workshop, The Experience, Robert Eichberg and Jean O’ Leary, an openly gay political leader from Los Angeles and then head of the National Gay Rights Advocates. October 11 was chosen as it was the anniversary of the 1987 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights.
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GENERAL PULASKI
MEMORIAL DAY
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In honor of General Kazimierz Pulaski (spelled Casimir Pulaski in English), a Polish hero of the American Revolution, October 11th is set aside as
General Pulaski Memorial Day,
a United States observation.
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This observance is held each year by Presidential Proclamation to commemorate his death from wounds suffered at the Siege of Savannah on October 9, 1779, and to honor the heritage of Polish Americans.
HISTORY
The observance was established in 1929 when Congress passed a resolution designating October 11th as General Pulaski Memorial Day.
(Public Resolution 16 of 1929)
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HELP ENLIST NEW MEMBERS
& EARN REWARDS!
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Did you know you can earn Chamber Bucks?? We'll give you a voucher for $25 when you refer a new or existing Chapin business to join the Chapin Chamber. Your Chamber Bucks can be used just like cash for Chamber services, including event registrations or sponsorship's, sign rentals, even toward your dues payment! It's just our way of saying Thank You and hoping you'll send more members our way!
Contact us for more information!
803-345-1100
april@chapinchamber.com
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April Robinson, Administrative Assistant & Newsletter Publisher - april@chapinchamber.com
803-345-1100 | www.chapinchamber.com
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