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CHAMBER RESOURCES Quick Links 🔗 Chamber Events - Register for upcoming Chamber events Community Calendar - Learn about upcoming member events Member Directory - The easiest way to find businesses and members Member News - Stay up-to-date on the latest news from our members

NEW MEMBERS Welcome to the Chamber 🥳

Roanoke Hospitality House - Roanoke Hospitality House will be more than just a place to stay, it will provide adult patients and caregivers a compassionate, comfortable alternative to a hospital waiting room. ReMax Lakefront - Looking to purchase, rent, or sell properties in the greater Roanoke Valley or Smith Mountain Lake? ReMax Lakefront can help! Staples - Valley View - Staples is The Worklife Fulfillment Company, helping businesses of all sizes be more productive, connected and inspired. The RAM House - Roanoke Area Ministries - RAM House is an ecumenical, urban ministry that provides safe shelter for the homeless, a nutritious lunch, and emergency financial help.

HOT DEAL FROM THE WELLNEST Founding Membership 👪

Join The WellNest Roanoke now, as a Founding Member, and be one of 200 early supporters who help grow wellness downtown and beyond! You'll receive invitations to members only events and be honored for your contribution online and on our in-store founders wall. Once open, you'll have 24-7 access to our yoga and meditation studios (sponsorship opp available), discounts in our cafe and mercantile, as well as discounted classes and events. Find out more by visiting www.thewellnestroanoke.com.

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Share your hot deal: Watch our video explaining how to add deals to the Member Portal. We'll handle the promotion once you add it! The list of all active Hot Deals can always be found here.

UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENT Coffee & Contacts ☕

Let's be honest: Next Tuesday, around 8 AM, you'll be on your computer with a cup of coffee by your side. ☕ Unless you have a meeting to attend, one could argue not joining our Virtual Coffee & Contacts is just lazy! Don't be lazy. Come network with your fellow Chamber members. 😃 Coffee & Contacts is a chance to build your network by introducing yourself to other Chamber members and sharing your elevator pitch.  Did someone say prize? Bring your favorite novelty coffee mug, because one lucky participant will walk away with a prize. We're still big fans of Daniel Gunn's mug with udders. Can you top it? When: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 Login: 7:45 a.m - 8:00 a.m. Program: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Location: Virtual on Zoom Cost: FREE for members

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UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS Candidate Forums 💬

Roanoke City Council: Candidates for Roanoke City Council will join us next Thursday for a Virtual Candidate Forum. When: Thursday, October 15 Login: 11:45 a.m - 12:00 p.m. Program: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Virtual on Zoom Cost: FREE for members

Roanoke City Mayor: Mayor Sherman Lea and Challenger David Bowers will join us on Thursday, October 22 for a Virtual Candidate Forum. When: Thursday, October 22 Login: 11:45 a.m - 12:00 p.m. Program: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Virtual on Zoom Cost: FREE for members

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VIRTUAL EVENT RECAP VA-06 Candidate Forum 💬

Nicholas Betts (D), Ben Cline (R)

Yesterday, Representative Ben Cline and Nicholas Betts, the candidates competing for the 6th District congressional seat, joined us for a virtual candidate forum. Thanks to WDBJ7's Joe Dashiell for moderating the event. Learn more about Ben's campaign on his official website. Learn more about Nicholas' campaign on his official website.

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UPCOMING IN-PERSON EVENTS Ribbon Cuttings ✂️

Whitney Pugh and the Agenacare Housecalls team will stop by the Chamber next week and rumor has it there will be some kind of ribbon and a large pair of scissors. The only way to confirm the rumors is to show up! What: Agenacare Housecalls Ribbon Cutting Date: Monday, October 12, 2020 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Roanoke Regional Chamber Office (Downtown)

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But wait – there's more! On Wednesday, October 28, we'll be at Virginia Furniture Market celebrating their new Solid Wood Gallery. What: Virginia Furniture Market Ribbon Cutting Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: 2625-B Brick Church Road, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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RIBBON CUTTING RECAP Mathnasium ✂️

Cory, Beth, and the Mathnasium of Roanoke team put our giant scissors to good use last Wednesday! Thanks to everyone who joined us. Mathnasium is a math-only learning center. They help kids in grades 2-12 understand math by teaching in a way that makes sense to them. Learn more about their Mathnasium Method™ on their website.

TOTAL RESOURCE CAMPAIGN Don't Miss Out! 🌟

Have you heard? Our inaugural Total Resource Campaign (or TRC) is in full swing! The TRC offers all of our members a chance to find Chamber programming that best matches your business. Our VP of Membership Services, Eric Sichau, recently recorded a brief video summarizing the TRC and how you can learn more: take a look.

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