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A busy three months it has been! Chamber membership continues to grow and so do are programs. We just completed our 106th Annual Meeting, where we had the opportunity to share all of the exciting things happening at the Chamber. If you weren't able to jump on Zoom with us, you can check out the recording here. Congratulations to our two award winners, Larry Adelsperger and Michelle Tuite, both remarkable people doing remarkable things our Tiffin and Seneca County.
We look forward to months ahead! If you ever need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out at Briggs@TiffinChamber.com or 419-447-4141. |
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Exclusive Low Rate Offered by Chamber Energy Program |
The Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce has provided an exclusive low rate for commercial AEP utility customers. Starting December 2020, you can pay 4.99¢ per kwh for an entire year! Don't wait. Send in your signed TPA with a copy or your most recent utility bill to lock in your rate today. For more information, click here.
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Congratulations to our 2020 award winners
Michelle Tuite and Larry Adelsperger!
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Thanks to our featured speaker,
Cleveland Indians TV Play-by-Play Announcer Matt Underwood!
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Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award:
Women's Career Excellence Award:
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Leadership Seneca County: October Update
Leadership Seneca County met at the Chandelier on October 14th for its annual Scavenger Hunt. Most of the day was spent traveling, learning about the county’s history, monuments, and organizations. Some stops during the day included: Tiffin Metal Products, Concordance Healthcare, the Sorrowful Mother Shrine, Mennel Milling, Feasel’s Frame and Collision, and many more. Read More.
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First Session is Already Halfway Full!
What opportunities do women have to grow independently in their roles within your organization? You may be doing all you can to empower and promote them as a leader, but are you able to recognize the habits that are holding the women in your organization back? Would you like the opportunity to create a stronger pipeline of women leaders? For more information, click here. Classes begin December 1st.
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Election Day is November 3!
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. View the 2020 Voter's Guide here.
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FELC Science Club
Join the Science Club at Franciscan Earth Literacy Center! Geared for kids, ages 5-11. FELC is offering a Thanksgiving box (Pioneer Toys) and Christmas box (Crystal Ornaments) and children will LEARN while having FUN! Boxes are available on Nov. 20 and Dec. 18. Cost: $20 each. To order, please email Samantha Busack, STEAM/STEM Environmental Educator at sbusack@felctiffin.org or call FELC at 419-448-7485.
Read more about the program here.
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T-SPL: November Make It At Home Craft Series
The Tiffin-Seneca Public Library has started a new virtual craft series for adults, “Make It At Home” which features free supply kits and an instructional video. November’s project is upcycled greeting card crafts.
The first 20 people to register will receive a kit with most of the supplies needed to create the crafts. Register by Friday, November 6 by calling 419-447-3751 or by visiting the online calendar. Kits can be picked up beginning November 2 through November 6. Read more.
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Christmas 365 - 2021 Raffle
Support St. Francis Spirituality Center by purchasing a ticket for the Christmas 365 Raffle! There will be raffle drawings for cash prizes on the 25th day of every month in 2021. Tickets can be purchased online. Read more about the raffle here.
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Lane of Dreams Farm, LLC
Congratulations to Claire Johansen and Julie Vogel, Owners of the Lane of Dreams Farm, LLC, on their ribbon cutting ceremony!
See photos and the video of the event here.
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Counseling Connections Center |
Congratulations to Counseling Connections Center and Owners, Shelley (Michele) Loesser and Erin Perry, on the ribbon cutting of their new office! See photos and the video of the event here.
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Congratulations to the Tiffin Drive-In Theater and their new owner, Michael Cole, on their two new screens! For a list of their upcoming features, visit their website.
See photos and the video of the event here.
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See photos and the video of the event here.
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Congratulations to Hair Studio 47 Owners Alicia and Ryan Smith as they celebrate their one-year anniversary and the complete renovation of their building located in Downtown Tiffin.
See photos and the video of the event here.
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Dash of Grit Podcast; Bryce Riggs
In this weekly podcast, Bryan Lefelhoc chats with local leaders who had to overcome challenges to find success. Be inspired by real, local stories of true grit and courage.
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Local Businesses create Taste of Tiffin Basket
Miss Cindy’s Cookies and Hawkes Crystal partnered together to create A Taste of Tiffin Basket!
The Taste of Tiffin Basket is fill with products or gift certificates from the following businesses: Bailiwicks Coffee Company, Ballreich’s Snack Foods, Clover Club, Hawkes Crystal, Ironwood Steakhouse, Jolly’s, Madison Street Tavern, Miss Cindy’s Cookies, Rosie’s Soup N Such, Smith Brothers Sweets, and The Laird Arcade Brewery. The Taste of Tiffin Basket would make a great gift or treat yourself. Call Hawkes Crystal at 419-448-4286 to place your order. These can also be purchased online at hawkescrystal.com.
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Tiffin Kiwanis, Rotary and United Way: Head to Toes Drive
Seneca County Kids need you! Please donate new socks, underwear and hair bows! All items will be used in all schools, including Bridges, Calvert, NCA, The Opportunity Center, Tiffin City and TDC.
Drop off locations during the month of November: The Opportunity Center, Superior Credit Union, Kiwanis Manor, United Way, Lincoln Pre-Kindergarten.
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Salvation Army is gearing up for their Annual Red Kettle Campaign
The Red Kettle campaign is a well-known tradition held in the months before Christmas. The funds raised benefit those in our local community. Your generosity helps rescue Christmas for the most vulnerable in Seneca County. You can sign up to stand at a kettle and ring the bell. New this year is a chance for you to start your own Virtual Red Kettle. Read more.
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Welcome to our newest members! |
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Small Business Relief Grant
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced Oct. 23 a $125 million grant program to help small businesses that have been harmed by the effects of COVID-19.
The grants will provide $10,000 to small businesses in Ohio with no more than 25 employees. Eligible businesses that are approved to receive grants can use the money for a variety of expenses, including mortgage or rent payments; utility payments; salaries, wages, or compensation for employees and contractors; business supplies or equipment; and other costs.
The application opens November 2 at businesshelp.ohio.gov. Funding for the program is contingent on approval by the Ohio Controlling Board. Read more about the grant program here.
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Seneca County announced that the application process for the Seneca CARES Small Business Relief Program, which provides small businesses in Seneca County, including the cities of Fostoria and Tiffin, with financial relief from loss of revenue caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. For businesses in Tiffin and Seneca County, the program opens at 12 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, and close at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9. More details
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Keep your Customers Informed
Members are encouraged to log in to Tiffinchamber.com and update their content. As we go through this COVID-19 situation, it is important to keep your customers informed. Please add your hours and any other information that will be of interest. Let them know what you are doing as we go through this together.
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Community Calendar Reminder
Things are opening up and events are being planned. We encourage you to let everyone know about your event by posting it on our Community Calendar ! Members should log in and post your upcoming events. Non-members should enter event information online or use the the Event Submission Form . If you have any questions, please call 419-447-4141.
We encourage you to continue to keep up the physical distancing when you are out and to wear a face mask. Wash your hands often and use hand sanitizer when you are unable to wash your hands. Please use common sense as you head out! Continue to stay safe for your sake and those around you!
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