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A Bridge: Aging Life Care Management
115 E Hancock Ave, Box 1005
706-352-9144

Amanda Olivia Photography
813-213-3538

Emineo Marketing 
706-830-3722


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Did you know?  

You can register now to volunteer for the 2020 MLK Day of Service! This is a great way to connect with your community and bond as a team if you choose to sign up as an organization. The celebration will kick off at the Clarke Central High School gymnasium. The first 300 registered volunteers will receive free t-shirts, and a light breakfast will be served. Participants will hear from several speakers before heading out to their work sites.

 Click here for more details and to register!


Upcoming Events
 
 

TONIGHT! This event is for members who joined during July-December of 2019 to learn  more about the Chamber and meet our staff and other new members.


It's time to begin planning our 2020 events for WIB! Come meet with us if you are i nterested in helping plan and implement exciting, new programs.

Are you frustrated by the amount of waste your business generates and receives? From paper jams to coffee pods to junk mail to plastic utensils and more.
If so, come to SBBC this month to  learn about the benefits of prioritizing sustainability in your business.  Hear  from visionary leaders Peter Dale (The National, Condor Chocolates, Seabear, Maepole ) , Dustin Watts (Terrapin Beer Company President), and Jon Williams (W&A Engineering Founder) on how  employing basic waste diversion goals and sustainability measures can boost employee morale, increase customer engagement, de-clutter your workplace, benefit the local environment, and help your business differentiate itself in a competitive marketplace. 


Come listen to author Sallie Holder speak at our Lunch & Learn event!


T his is our biggest event of the year where we will hand out several awards, listen to  Chris Clark (President & CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce )  talk  about the Georgia economy and Athens' role, celebrate all of our accomplishments last year, and set goals for this year. There will be a dinner and plenty of chances to network with members of all different industries!
 

Nominations for the 2019 Small Business of the Year Award and the Spirit of Athens Award are now open! Nominate someone who you think is deserving of each of these awards.


Click here to view our event calendar or any of the graphics for 
 more details about each event.  



The Winter Market presented by the Culinary Kitchen of Athens happens every Saturday! Come support your favorite local vendors.



The UGA SBDC is hosting a  StartSMART class at the end of the month! This class  delivers a comprehensive business plan PLUS everything a new entrepreneur needs to build a strong, lasting business. 





Athens Academy is hosting their 35th annual Spartan 5k & Sprint in a few weeks! Be sure to sign up soon to get the discounted rate.


Register now for the UNG Formal Fashion Show!




Register your kids for STEM Camp for Spring Break today!



Reserve your FREE listing in The Boomer Directory, t he free guide to aging well in the Athens Area, NOW for a special early bird discount!  Stand out with enhanced listings or display ads. 
 



Registration for the  Firefly Trail Race Series  ends on Jan. 25th at the start of the Winterville Snowflake 10K. The series allows runners (and walkers) to get a significant discount when they sign up for the four races in the series, held in Winterville, Crawford, Maxeys and Union Point. Sign up to participate in these races today!



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For more information on joining the Chamber of Commerce, please visit www.athensga.com  or call the Chamber at (706) 549-6800.