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Thank you to our E-News Sponsors!
Click on logo to connect to sponsor website!
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January 17, 2020
9:00AM
Towne Book Center
The PVCC Business Book Club is devoted to professional and personal development through reading and discussing various business inclined books, articles, and news.
Our first book of 2020 is "The One Thing" by Gary Keller. The 2020 reading list and meeting schedule is available
here. All welcome to attend!
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January 23, 2020
4:30PM - 6:30PM
The Physical Therapy & Wellness Institute in Royersford will host our first Mixer of the New Year! Join us for food, adult beverages and raffles. Network with fellow chamber members and PTW clients and partners.
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January 29, 2020
8:30 AM - 9:30AM
PVCC Office
Free event!
Discover how a Chamber membership can grow your business! Gain an understanding of Chamber programs, committees, advertising and networking opportunities. Learn how to make the most of your chamber membership, and share your story with fellow attendees and Chamber representatives.
This interactive workshop is ideal for prospective and new Chamber members, and those that wish to become more active in the Chamber.
Optional 30 minute Networking Workshop (9:30AM-10:00AM)
Details & Registration
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January 30, 2020
11:45AM
PVCC Office
Join us for an interactive discussion and sharing of best practices among business owners and key decision makers.
Discussion Topic:
Technology Tools for Business
MEMBER-ONLY Event. RSVP by 1/29/20
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January 30, 2020
4:30PM - 6:30PM
DaVinci's Restaurant & Pub
PV Men's Networking Night at the DaVinci's Restaurant & Pub! Unwind, network, and share in good company!
$15 pre-registered or $20 at the door includes appetizers. Cash bar. Arrive before 6pm to enjoy HH drink specials.
PVCC Super Bowl Pool 2020 - Receive 5 squares for 20 tokens.
Prizes will be awarded each quarter! Tokens available at Men's Night.
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Winners revealed February 20, 2020
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PV Stars Annual Awards Gala
February 20, 2020
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve
Keynote Speaker:
Marc Mero
"Inspiring Hope"
Sponsorship / limited VIP packages available now!
Call the chamber office to create custom sponsorship package 610-489-6660
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We are close to announcing a date for the
Annual Dow Business Expo. Look for an update in next week's Enews!
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Schedule YOUR Mixer Today!
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Hosting a Mixer is a prime opportunity to promote your business in an informational open-house format. Let the PV Chamber SHINE the spotlight on your business! Host a 2-Hour Networking event and receive Network-to-Go contact list, full page in next edition of Chamber Printed Newsletter, Social Media shares and more! Mixer dates fill up fast...call the office to schedule your 2020 mixer today!
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The Fall/winter edition of the Newsletter will be mailed this week.
Have something exciting to share with our members? Send us a few lines to include in our "About our Members" section for the Spring edition.
To reserve premium ad space contact the Chamber office for details. 610-489-6660.
Save Trees and Go Green...
If you wish to cancel print subscription and read online,
simply email info@pvchamber.net and include "Go Green" in the subject field. Once you unsubscribe to printed mailings, you will receive an email with link to view online copy.
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Welcome Our Newest Members!
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The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this year!
Click on a business name for more information.
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Mary Allen - Kelly Williams Realty
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Message from Senator Mensch
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2020 Census
How to Make PA Count
By April 1, 2020, every home in the U.S. will receive an invitation to participate in the
2020 Census. The U.S. Census has been conducted every 10 years since 1790, as mandated by the Constitution. It is a very important undertaking. The count determines the number of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives for each state, and is used to distribute billions in federal dollars to local communities.
Each year, Pennsylvania receives approximately $26 billion in federal funding toward programs like Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, CHIP, and WIC, as well as grants for education and highway construction. That's equal to over $2,000 per citizen in Pennsylvania.
You can respond by mail, phone, or online. Your personal information is confidential. You can learn more about the census in Pennsylvania, and getting involved with Complete Committees,
here.
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GVF Introduces 422 My Way Campaign
422 My Way is an educational/marketing campaign that will target the U.S. 422 Corridor and provide incentives to encourage people to not drive alone. Everyone is frustrated with sitting in congestion, especially on 422.
GVF wants to give people back their time, show them ways to save money through our engaging public information campaign and have some fun along the way through fun giveaway prizes. The goal of 422 My Way is to reduce congestion along the 422 corridor and improve commuter quality of life through alternatives like vanpooling, carpooling, public transit, or biking.
To learn more, visit 422myway.com. Please share this information with your employees!
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First Financial Group is hiring an Entry Level - Recruiting Director
The Recruiting Director is responsible for financial consultant sourcing to hire the highest quality candidates. This is a great opportunity for someone who has a bachelor's degree who is:
* High energy
* Highly motivated
* Detail-focused
* Goal oriented
* Confident
* Actively involved in the community
The Recruiting Director will be very visible in the local community by attending university career fairs, professional association meetings, and identifying potential candidates through personal connections in order to build a solid talent pipeline. This position will identify and communicate with candidates to schedule, interview, follow-up with, and track all candidate activity. The successful candidate will be able to act proactively and be willing to go the distance to get something done. The package includes base salary, bonuses, and benefits.
To apply, email your resume to margaret.dziekonski@ffgadvisors.com
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A Brighter Future Begins at the Y!โ
When you choose to work for the Y, you choose:
* A job that offers meaningful work in a fun, supportive environment
* A position that suits your unique talents and interests
* A career path to develop strong professional skills
* A caring organization with opportunities for growth
The follow opportunities are currently available at the Spring Valley Y in Limerick. Visit our website for more information or to apply online.
* Summer Camp Counselor
* Custodian
* Lifeguards
* Swim instructors
* Before and After School Assistant Group Supervisors
Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W. Linfield-Trappe Road, Limerick.
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Pizza Stop is Hiring!
The Pizza Stop is hiring sauteed cook /grill person, full time /part time position. Prep and cooking Italian dishes and make steaks and hoagies salads etc. Contact Tony Mazzamuto at The Pizza Stop, (610) 489-6225. The Pizza Stop, 222 E. Main Street, Collegeville. More information on Pizza Stop's FaceBook Page.
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Office and Furniture for Sale
After 56 years of representing his company, State Farm Agent Larry Hoak, has decided to retire October 31st!
Property for Sale or Lease:
Office building with rented apartment on top at 363 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
Apartment building, 361 E. Main Street Collegeville (next door) has two residential apartments and a 3rd room commercial occupancy in the front
For more information, contact Paul Roberto at Weichert Realty 610-804-3218.
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New Year's Special 20% off!
Happy New Year! To kick off 2020 we are offering 20% off all hair and makeup products at Bella Persone Salon. Excludes makeup brushes. Sale ends 2/15/20.
Belle Persone Salon, 222 E. Main Street, Suite 7, Collegeville, PA.
(610) 489-4444
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Seeking Donations for Memorial
This past Summer, Melissa Carosi, a parent of four children in the
Perkiomen Valley School District passed away suddenly. Melissa's children are Erin and Ashley, 8th graders at MS East, Nick a 10th grader at PVHS and Morgan who graduated from PVHS in 2018 and attends Penn State. Melissa was a friend to all and extremely active in the school and local youth sports communities. Her children have participated in Perkiomen Valley Youth Basketball, Lower Perkiomen Little League, JAGS AAU Basketball,
West-Mont Soccer, Skippack Swim team and many other activities. Melissa was the first person to step up and volunteer in any way she was needed and was always the biggest fan on the sidelines. She will be fondly remembered for all she did for the community.
Melissa and her husband John spent many hours cheering on their children at Lower Perk. In honor of Melissa's memory, the Lower Perkiomen Little League and the Perkiomen Valley School District have given permission for trees and benches to be placed at field 6 on the Lower Perk Little League complex at Palmer Park in Skippack. The LPLL has secured an engineer and landscaper to do the work but there is some fundraising that needs to be done to insure the project can proceed. The goal is to raise $6,000 for the memorial with any funds raised over that amount going towards a scholarship fund for the Carosi children.
Donations can be sent to Perkiomen Valley School District, Attn: Melisa Carosi Memorial Fund, 3 Iron Bridge Dr, Collegeville, PA 19426. Please note in the memo section, the Melissa Carosi Memorial Fund.
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Please Donate to the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
We're a little wet and muddy...
and could use your help!
Last week the Perkiomen Region was slammed by a monster storm that dumped nearly a foot of rain in a very short time. The deluge caused many of our creeks and streams to overflow their banks. The Perkiomen itself rose from 1.5 feet to over 16 feet in just a few hours... and three of those feet flowed right through our education building!
Now, we're faced with the complete loss of our early education discovery room and all of the books, puzzles and learning centers it housed. We also have thousands of dollars in damage to our conservation equipment and event supplies.
If you have a few extra bucks, please consider sending them our way...
We could certainly use the help!
Donate now
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20% off at Escape Trappe!
Did you know...Chamber members receive 20% off at Escape Trappe, the first Escape Room adventure in Trappe.
Who Can Play?
EVERYONE. Great for team Building, Family Event, Spring Break, Night Out with Friends!
Escape Trappe is for people of all ages and skill sets. You do not need to have any special knowledge to solve the puzzles and riddles. Just be creative, curious, and have an open mind! Escape Trappe,130 W. Main Street, Trappe. 610-489-3877.
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Make a Difference with Volunteer & Team-Building Programs
Integrate for Good is committed to empowering students and adults of all abilities to discover and share their talent within local communities through volunteerism. We are excited to be a new member of the Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce! Is your company looking for innovative and impactful ways to make a difference? We would love to collaborate! Integrate for Good offers exciting community-based and on-site volunteer engagement and team-building programs.
Interested in volunteering during your lunch hour? Integrate for Good in partnership with Ursinus College welcomes all to stop by UC Myrin Library between Noon - 2pm every Wednesday to volunteer time on a project. Currently, the group is making Sleeping Mat's for homeless in our community.
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Every Tuesday
Chidren's Storytime
Shopping at
Kimberton Whole Foods in Collegeville? Have your children join us for storytime. Children will enjoy a selection of stories, a craft and a free snack from our sunny staff!
Every Tuesday through June 30, 2020.
KWF, 222 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
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January 13, 2020 @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come out and support
Sebastian Riding Associates
at
DaVinci's Pub
for Monday night charity bingo through the month of January 2020. DaVinci's Pub, 217 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
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January 16, 2020 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a workshop to learn the simple steps for starting a business. The workshop is sponsored by
SCORE Tri-County and Victory Bank. This is a condensed 3 hour class that will address the fundamentals of are you ready, hot to validate your business model and determine what you will need, and building your business plan. It's a roadmap for a dream. Held at Victory Bank, 548 N. Lweis Road, Royersford.
Cost is $25/pp.
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January 16, 2020 @ 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Join us for a free lunchtime concert at
Community Music School. All ages welcome to attend Bach's Lunch the third Thrusday of each month. Enjoy a concert featuring CMS faculty artists, pick up your "box lunch" at a local eatery or bring from home. Bottled water and coffee/tea provided. Upcoming schedule:
January 16: Jeff Ormsby, electronic music
February 20: Eric Coyne, cello
March 19: Cecelia Sullivan, oboe & voice
April 16: Brad Rau, guitar
May21: Alessandra Gabbianelli, soprano & Matthew Wright Conti, tenor
June 18: Lorenzo Raval, violine & Emilily Kosasih, piano
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January 18, 2020 @ 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wilderness First Aid Training held at the
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy. If you find yourself outdoors or in charge of a group this course is for you! You must attend both days to earn this 2-year Red Cross certification. CPR/AED training and certification is included in the course.
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January 20, 2020 @ 10:00am & 1:00pm
Martin Luther King Day of Service
The
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy will once again be honoring Martin Luther King Jr. by offering volunteer service opportunities on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Conservancy will host two different volunteer opportunities; a morning and an afternoon opportunity. Our morning volunteer opportunity will be held at the Conservancy, 1 W. Skippack Pike, Schwenksville, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. During our morning service opportunity, volunteers will assist our Environmental Education Department by helping prepare crafts that are used to teach young learners about our local environment. Volunteers will also help our Outreach Department prepare goodie bags for an upcoming outdoor recreation event! Our afternoon service opportunity will be held at the greenhouse located at the Peter Wentz Farmstead, 2030 Shearer Rd., Worcester, from 1:00PM - 3:00PM. During our afternoon volunteer service, volunteers will assist our Conservation Department with sanitizing our plant propagation pots and trays. Volunteers will also help by organizing, cleaning, and creating plant tags to prepare for our upcoming conservation projects.
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January 20, 2020 @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come out and support
Sebastian Riding Associates
at
DaVinci's Pub
for Monday night charity bingo through the month of January 2020. DaVinci's Pub, 217 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
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January 25, 2020 @ 8:00am
The Snowshoe 5K held at Spring Mount! Hosted by the
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy.
Bring your own or rent from us (supplies are limited). Last year's event was a sell-out with over 200 racers... and this year's event is shaping up to be the best yet! If we have plenty of snow the course will be cross country. If we don't have natural snow, we'll hold the race right on the slopes!
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January 27, 2020 @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come out and support
Sebastian Riding Associates
at
DaVinci's Pub
for Monday night charity bingo through the month of January 2020. DaVinci's Pub, 217 E. Main Street, Collegeville.
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January 27, 2020 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm
SCORE Tri-County and The Victory Bank have teamed up to answer the question "Should I Buy a Business?" Presented in two workshops:
Buying a Franchise 9:30am - 11:00am
Buying an Existing Business 11:00am - 12:30pm
What are my choices?
What are my questions?
The pros and cons of both will be presented along with the research that must be done and questions that should be asked before deciding.
Since 1964, SCORE has helped more than 9 million aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners through mentoring and business workshops. More than 10,000 volunteer business counselors in over 350 chapters serve their communities through entrepreneurial education dedicated to the formation, growth and success of small businesses.
A "Twofer" - 2 Workshops under 1 roof for 1 price Register NOW
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February 4, 2020 @ 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Central Perkiomen Rotary Club is having a Happy Hour meet and greet at the Bay Pony Inn. Cash bar - Hot appetizers on the Central Perkiomen Rotary Club. Come out and see what they are all about! For more information click here
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February 19, 2020 @11:00am - 2:00pm
Ursinus College Annual Job, Internship and Networking
Employer Registration for the
Ursinus College Annual Job, Internship and Networking is OPEN!
This event is a unique opportunity for you to promote your organization and to network with students and recruit for full-time, part-time, internships and summer positions.
Our event also features a Luncheon for pre-registered employer representatives. In addition to being in direct contact with a group of highly qualified candidates at the fair, we hope you will become more familiar with the campus, the faculty and academic programs, and our students. We encourage you to set up your table early and then enjoy networking with members of the Ursinus community and your colleagues over lunch.
Cost
$85.00 For-Profit Organization
$65.00 Non-Profit Organization
This fee includes lunch for two attendees, a table, and chairs. Lunch for additional attendees can be purchased for $15/person.
Find details and
registration online. For questions or additional information, contact: Olivia Correll, Assistant Director for Employer Engagement, Ursinus College ocorrell@ursinus.edu or 610-409-3226
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February 27, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Support the arts by sponsoring PVSD Middle School East production of Annie! Chamber businesses are invited to place an ad in our playbill! Hundreds of people attend the musical and will see your ad. Various levels available: $20 for a 1/4 page, $30 for half page and $50 for full page. Please contact Patti Schuler at pattischuler@verizon.net for more information and an order form. Please help keep theatre alive in our schools with your support!
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PVSD Launches PVSD Alumni Network
We're excited to announce the launch of the new PVSD Alumni Network: alumni.pvsd.org! This alumni portal offers PV graduates a way to stay connected to fellow classmates and the district through an online community that is tailored specifically for alumni interests. If you are a PV grad, or know someone who is, please share news about this platform and its many benefits. See below for more information.
What does the Alumni Portal allow you to do?
* Connect and network with over 1,000 (and growing) PV alumni. Explore what your peers are up to and find alumni near you.
* Learn about events, career opportunities, and important news from the community.
* Reconnect with your old friends, and share what's new in your lives.
* Learn about ways in which you can contribute to the future of the district.
How is it different from a social network?
* This is an exclusive private community with access restricted to only our alumni.
* Provides a safe, secure way to support one another for career connections, mentorship, professional advice etc.
* The data is secure and no third party can access it.
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PVSD Seeks Donations From The Community
Perkiomen Valley School District is seeking financial support to build a Viking statue on the Perkiomen Valley High School Campus that will stand as a permanent representation of our school district pride and also mark the district's 50th anniversary
. The project costing $85,000 was recently approved by the school board. PV is now seeking funds to raise the money in time for a Spring 2019 dedication.
You can donate with a credit card by clicking HERE or mail a check payable to PVSD, Perkiomen Valley, SD Business Office, Attn: Viking Statue, 3 Iron Bridge Drive, Collegeville, PA 19426
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PVSD Winter/Early Spring Community Ed Brochure 2020
Click
HERE
to view the Winter
PVSD Community Ed Brochure
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Ring in 2020 by starting a new exercise regimen or learning something new through PVSD's Community Education program. Our winter/early spring session is open now.
PVSD's Community Education program is proud to offer a full roster of continuing education classes this winter for people of all ages! You can access our brochure online and register through our
webstore
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We want to Share YOUR upcoming events in E-news and Community Calendar.
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he PV Chamber Board of Directors encourages you to forward this email to friends and associates.
For membership information contact Renee Blomstrom, Executive Director.
Become a Member
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By joining a committee, you can match your passion and interests in service to our community. Membership is open to all Chamber member firms and their employees. Add value to your Chamber membership and sign up for a committee today!
To learn more, contact Renee Blomstrom at
610-489-6660.
Golf Committee,
Ambassador Committee,
Expo Committee,
Gala Committee,
PV WIN Committee
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Minding Your Business
to help grow YOUR customer base in Collegeville, Limerick, Lower Frederick, Lower Providence, Oaks, Schwenksville, Skippack, Trappe and Upper Providence and the surrounding communities!
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