October 25, 2021

News, Happenings & Collaborations

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We are pleased to share the following news, happenings, and collaborations with you and hope you will share with staff! The information contained in this week's newsletter was shared with the Chamber on or before noon on the Thursday before it was sent. To have your information considered for inclusion in future issues, please submit your information on or before noon on the Thursday before you'd like it published. To stay in the know, visit the WGACC Digital Archives. For past NHCs and now our monthly Engager, which is only mailed to each Primary Contact at our members in good standing is also in the on-line library. While you are there please feel free to review The Chamber’s 2020 Annual Report as well. In addition, we have heard that some messages are being delivered with a link that must be clicked to see the complete newsletter. We apologize for the inconvenience and have determined that this is related to the email service provider that you use to read the newsletter. We hope you will click the link! Highlights include the following:

November Mixer Small Business Saturday Snowflake Spectacular Media shout-outs

Annual Meeting is virtual Pop-ups hosted in Nov/Dec Do you need volunteers? WGI Beer Festival on deck

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Pandemic Spotlight Updates We continue to monitor the evolving situation with the pandemic. Currently, staff and Chamber visitors are not required to wear masks, but are welcome to do so. Continue to check the CDC and State web sites for updates. Scroll down for helpful information. We will do our best to keep you up-to-date, but it is likely that there will be new updates as soon as we hit send! Stay safe.

NY Forward & Other Government News Communicate your HERO Act plan Economic Injury Disaster Loan Vaccine clinics Join your neighbors and VaxUp $800 million in grants for small businesses available

Chamber News

November's Chamber Mixer is at IMRCC: Register today International Motor Racing Research Center November 3 5pm to 7pm Start your engines at November's monthly mixer and meet the Chamber's incoming Executive Director, Nigar Hale. Wine and beer will be available with a selection of light bites. Traditional activities, including the 50/50 raffle and business card drawing for a Linda McIntyre racing print, a 2022 Bob Gillespie racing calendar, and an IMRRC coffee mug, are planned. Register today.

Nominations now being accepted Nominations for executive committee members and other board positions for the 2022 WGACC Board of Directors can be sent to Michael Hardy by end of business Friday, Nov 5, to be shared with the committee. Please send contact information, a resume, and a cover letter with reasons for wanting to be on the Watkins Glen Chamber Board as well as skills you want to share that will benefit the organization and its members.

ICYMI: Welcome Nigar Hale: New Executive Director The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce and the Schuyler County Tourism Promotion Agency Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Nigar Hale as Executive Director, effective November 1, 2021. Hale will succeed Michael Hardy, who is resigning at year end. To read more about Nigar, please head to our website. Also ... just in from Executive Director Michael Hardy: inquiring minds want to know the correct pronunciation of Nigar. Nigar is pronounced like "cigar."

Border to open soon This past week we learned the exciting news that the U.S.-Canadian Border is slated to reopen to vaccinated travelers around November 8. Let's welcome them back together! Michael is meeting with ILoveNY to promote returns as soon as possible for our Canadian friends and has ideas to share with Nigar for foreign individual travelers who may come as soon as next summer.

Pop-Up Shops: Small Business Saturday/Village Christmas We are actively planning for the annual Small Business Saturday (on Saturday, November 27) event organized by American Express. In Schuyler County, we will also host the 28 days of shopping local (through 12/24/21). On Small Business Saturday and during Watkins Glen Village Promotions' Village Christmas on December 10, the Chamber will make space available at 214 N. Franklin Street for 6 pop-up shops. Details and parameters are available online.

Winter in Watkins: Meeting to finalize calendar The next meeting for Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions is scheduled for November 4 at 4pm at the Chamber. This will be the last call for adding events to the calendar that will be fully promoted by our media partners, WENY TV and Seven Mountains Radio. At this meeting, we will also go over the Snowflake Spectacular contest, roll-out Holiday Lights - Schuyler Style, and confirm in-hand details for American Express' Small Business Saturday. This is the current schedule. All events will be subject to change and pandemic-related regulations. Now-Dec.: Finger Lakes Festival of Lights at Grist Iron Brewing Nov. 19: Snowflake Spectacular entries due (member-only; free ice skating with entry) and Small Business Saturday kick-off event, 4pm-6:30pm at Clute Memorial Park Nov. 27: Small Business Saturday, kick-off for 28 Days of Shopping Local, and community Tree Lighting at Clute Memorial Park Dec. 1: Holiday Mixer at Glenora Wine Cellars, 5pm to 7pm Dec. 3-4: Holiday Fair at Clute Memorial Park (Carriage Rides, Wine Tastings, Crafts, Elfland with Visit from Santa) Dec. 3-5: Lights & Flights, Seneca Lake Wine Trail (tickets available soon) Dec. 10: Watkins Glen Promotions’ Village Christmas on Franklin Street with night-time parade and fireworks Dec. 10: Launch of Holiday Lights - Schuyler Style Dec. 10-12: Lights & Flights, Seneca Lake Wine Trail (tickets available soon) Dec. 11: WGACC Fireworks off the Pier at 7:30pm Dec. 16: 5th Annual Holiday Market at Grist Iron Brewing, 5pm-8pm Dec. 31: Ring in the New Year with Aunt Millie’s Biscuits and Donna and the Mystics at Clute Memorial Park, Seneca Lake Events Center Jan. 5: Winter-themed Monthly Chamber Mixer/Social (STAY TUNED) Jan. 22: The Annual Chamber Winter Gala at the Harbor Hotel (POSTPONED) Jan.27-29: Hart’s Harbor Hotel Ice Bar Feb. 2: Chinese New Year at House of Hong (Monthly Mixer and Social) Feb. 11-14: Valentine’s Weekend packages Planning an event? Tell us about it (submit your event information here) or join us at the meeting. For more information, contact Abby Lane, Events Manager.

Please participate: Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions events for YOU We've been talking for months about Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions and soliciting ways that your events can be included in this county-wide event. We want to make sure you know about the opportunities for you to participate in Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions. In addition to attending any/all of the festivals and related events, we hope you will Submit your creative ideas for the Snowflake Spectacular contest (by Nov. 19 at Clute Park's Seneca Lake Events Center) [Open to all members] Small Business Saturday (see details below) Decorate your home, business, farm/buildings for Holiday Lights - Schuyler Style. More than $2,000 will be awarded in prizes. [Open to all in Schuyler County]

Small Business Saturday The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to participate in Small Business Saturday as your Neighborhood Champion. Small Business Saturday is dedicated to supporting small businesses within our communities and will be held this year on Saturday, November 27. In the past, many Chamber members have offered deals, discounts, or even hosted a pop-up shop at the Chamber. We look forward to this participation again! Important links: Register and/or offer a discount at your business for Small Business Saturday and/or the 28 Days of Shopping Small (deadline October 29; open to the community) Chamber members who do not have a brick and mortar location open in December, can register for a pop-up shop at the Chamber on November 27 (Please note, we will select 6 businesses to participate on a “first come, first served” basis and will offer this opportunity again for Village Christmas on December 10.)   This event is made possible by American Express. American Express has not yet released the latest promotional materials, but participating businesses will be notified upon their arrival. This year’s Kick-Off Party will be held November 19 at the new Seneca Lake Events Center in Clute Park. Pick up your materials then and enjoy a free skate on the brand-new ice rink! Questions? Contact Abby Lane by email or phone (607-535-4300)

It's Volunteer Season! Are you a member of the Chamber and in need of volunteers this season or during the holiday season for events, activities, or fundraisers? Please let us know. We are happy to help you recruit volunteers to realize your mission.

Save the Date: Annual Meeting Mark your calendar and plan to login via Zoom for the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting, brought to you by Community Bank, N.A. Date to be determined Details to follow in a special mailing Chamber board members, the Executive Director, and Chamber staff will present financial summaries and updates on activities and events. Cash bar and treats to be served.

A writer's take Terri Marshall, a travel writer, visited the Finger Lakes in September and has been sharing stories as she writes them. This one was just published! (Scroll down to find the Finger Lakes.) Her visit was during Farm Trail weekend (a TAP recipient) and visited participating farms. https://www.travelingmom.com/best-northeast-road-trips-with-kids/

NYSTIA Conference wrap-up Executive Director Hardy attended New York State Tourism Industry Association’s Annual Meeting with about 150 professionals, including several WGACC members. Beth Duane of CMoG (pictured with Governor Hochul) and David Hart of Harbor Hotels both spoke and presented at the conference as well as Ross Levi, State Vice President. Gov Hochul was presented for her acknowledgement of tourism playing a crucial role in the NYS economy.

Marketing is a year-round sport As we begin thinking about fall and winter, make plans to purposefully share your message with potential guests and customers. It's time to make decisions about your ad in the 2022 Travel Guide. At least 80,000 will be distributed (hard copy) with thousands more served digitally. Details and the contract are in the October Engager. Need an electronic version of the Engager? Check here. Consider one of these marketing opportunities with the Chamber. We are happy to be partnering with the Farm Sanctuary to remind visitors of the brand-building merchandise for sale online and with the Schuyler County Historical Society to share some of their collection in our display case. Other opportunities:   Window space at 214 N. Franklin Street: $125/month Video segments at 214 N. Franklin: $130/month Budget any or all of these for 2022 Ask about wall and floor displays! As you're finalizing your 2022 marketing budget, please remember your Chamber membership, sponsorships, 2022 travel guide ads, and maybe a little slush fund for new initiatives that the Chamber may be able to present with a new executive director and/or post-pandemic opportunities.   Questions? Contact Executive Director Michael Hardy: michael@watkinsglenchamber.com or (607) 535-4300.

Hints from Hardy Business and hospitality hints from Michael Hardy   HINT 1 Keep info current As/when things slow down (and they will) try to be sure that your social media and your business listings are updated. Tap into our resources – specifically Stephanie Specchio -- to see how your Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn are all portraying you and your products and services. Is the portrayal in the best light? If there is a seasonality to your offerings, be sure you have updated those for the season. If you close for a period of time, be sure to invite people back to visit or buy when you re-open. If you have online options suggest those and make them easy to get to/navigate. Networking is one of the best offerings we have to give at the Chamber, but those events we use to engage you -- our members and partners -- have/will change. My pal, Sally Berry, mentions how the social media updates I mention above can aid in efforts to compensate for limited and/or no in-person activities. Take a read for more advice from Sally. Until then know we are here for you, and we have every intention of offering numerous in-person, online/virtual, and hybrid activities for you in the Fall and throughout winter to help you do business with us, each other, and those who live and visit our community.

Happenings

Check out the Events Calendar Members are invited to submit events to the Chamber's online events calendar. The Chamber routinely pulls from this calendar for social posts and includes the link in appropriate news releases. Please bookmark the events page. Check it regularly for opportunities to enjoy, and remember to submit your organization's events (including a picture). If you don't have a relevant picture, upload a logo (designating it as an image, please). Want to talk this through? Call Abby (607-535-4300) or register for the next Simpleview training.

Beer Festival: this weekend! The Finger Lakes Beer Festival (October 29-30, 2021), presented by Chemung Canal Trust Company, makes its yearly return to the garages at the Glen. In the spirit of Halloween weekend, the newly popular Boos and Brews kicks off a weekend featuring over 40 New York State breweries, distilleries, and cideries. Fans are also treated to a 32-team cornhole tournament and stein-holding competition.

Get in the spirit of the season: Cemetery Walk Kick off Halloween on Oct. 30, with storytelling in the Montour Falls Cemetery by Schuyler County Historian Gary Emerson. Gary is also a member of the Schuyler County Historical Society board and will share stories about some of the more interesting people buried in the cemetery above the village. Note: the stories will be different than those he told last year. Meet at 1pm at the upper entrance to the cemetery on Mill Street. (Mill Street is off of Steuben Street and goes over Shequaga Falls.) The one-hour downhill walk will take place rain or shine. Return rides to the upper entrance will be offered. For more information, contact the Historical Society at (607) 535-9741.

Making the most of a visit to the Finger Lakes Events like the Days of Incandescence (below) help to extend our visitors' stays.

Veterans Day Celebration Mark your calendar for the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at the Community Center: 11/11/21 at 11am. Mask wearing will be optional and distancing will be provided via spaced seating. Food and drinks will be provided afterward in individually sealed bags and containers. Chamber members: if your organization is hosting a Veterans Day celebration or you are offering special discounts for veterans in honor of Veterans Day, please let the Chamber know. If you have a chance sometime in November, please stop by the Veterans Park in Odessa (also a TAP recipient).

Village Christmas 2021 is on Watkins Glen Village Christmas, hosted by Watkins Glen Promotions, Inc., will resume again this year on December 10, from 5pm to 8pm on Franklin Street in Watkins Glen, with the theme of “Candy Land.” Franklin Street will be closed during the event, and open for vendors and the Village Christmas Parade. Fireworks will light the sky at 7:30. Prime viewing will be at or near the Seneca Lake pier house. The committee is currently seeking vendors and float, fire truck, and tractor applications for the parade. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the event as well, however they will not be available for sit-down pictures as has been in the past. This event is supported with a TAP grant. Check out our Facebook page, Watkins Glen Village Christmas, or visit www.watkinsglen.com for more information. WGACC has a second night of fireworks on Saturday, also at 7:30pm, to entice out-of-town visitors. Please invite them!

Bugs got you down? Consider attending the following virtual presentations on practical solutions to pest problems, presented by Cornell Integrated Pest Management (IPM). In this monthly virtual series, you can explore timely topics to help you use integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn, and play. Each session shares practical information about how you can use IPM. Events will happen on the first Friday of every month (11/5/21, 12/3/21, 1/7/22, 2/4/22) from noon to 12:30pm on Zoom. Expect the topic to be covered in 25 minutes, with time for questions. To register for these events and receive the Zoom links, click here.

Agroforestry Workshop for new opps & eco-benefits Introducing Forest Farming and Silvopasture to the Small Farms Community Wednesday, November 10, 2021 1:00pm - 3:00pm This free webinar will explore some of the different ways the small farms community can develop greater resilience by adopting agroforestry practices. Agroforestry describes a wide range of land-use practices that combine farming (of plants, animals, fungi) with trees, shrubs and forest ecosystems. Agroforestry can help provide new opportunities to increase farm income while also receiving other environmental and social benefits. Learn more and register

Dune on the big screen We all get asked ... what should we do when we visit? Friends, family, and visitors to the area this coming weekend can enjoy fresh-from-the-popper popcorn and new release, Dune. Showing 10/28-10/31, with times listed on Facebook. If you have an evening attraction or event that we can share with visitors, please let us know! 607-535-4300

Franklin Street Gallery hosts local artist Check out work by local Artist Cheryl Johnston during October at the Franklin Street Gallery. Cheryl says ... "I love painting animals especially their faces to catch the light in their eyes. And I like to create a feeling or a mood in my landscapes, especially misty scenes."

Last Call!

This event, which is a 2021 TAP grant recipient, coincides with Watkins Glen International's annual beer festival, the Finger Lakes Beer Festival presented by Chemung Canal Trust Company. Details online.

Member News & Collaborations

Share your news Does your organization have news to share? A promotion, a new service, a new product? New hours or location? Send us your news so we can help you share it. Looking for advertising opportunities? We have them too. If you'd like to encourage sales of your product line and/or service offerings, please contact Stephanie Specchio.

IMRRC reappoints Steigerwald The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) has appointed Mark Steigerwald to be the IMRRC’s next Executive Director, replacing Dan DeRusha, who stepped down in June 2021. John Saunders, Chair of the Governing Council, said, “We are very pleased to announce Mark’s hiring and return to the IMRRC to lead the Center as it continues its work collecting, preserving, and sharing the history of racing. Mark is uniquely positioned for this role having started his career at the IMRRC many years ago before moving on to advance his leadership experience and fundraising credentials.” Steigerwald will return to the IMRRC after serving as Executive Director of the California Automobile Museum in Sacramento, CA, where he leads all aspects of the 72,000 sq. ft. facility and its mission presenting the history of the automobile with a collection of more than 150 classic cars, race cars, muscle cars, and early automobiles. He is also a self-described “gear head and racing fanatic,” having been involved in helping establish the IMRRC’s archives when he first worked at the IMRRC in 2000. He holds a Master’s degree in Library Science from Syracuse University.

Veterans visit for free From November 1 to November 30, the Corning Museum of Glass invites veterans to visit for free, with their guests offered a 15% discount on admission. In addition, veterans and active military are invited to a free glassmaking experience on November 6 and 7. These free, one-hour glassmaking classes are available all weekend. Registration by November 5 is required, and spots fill quickly. Reserve your free class today: 607.438.5800 or funwithglass@cmog.org

AMBA testing soon Appointments are now being accepted for the Watkins-Montour Rotary Club’s annual AMBA blood screening. Participants may schedule between 6am and 10 am on November 6. The screening will be at the Clute Park Community Center in Watkins Glen. The blood analysis includes tests for coronary, kidney, and liver diseases and anemia. The cost is $41 and must be paid by check or money order. The Rotary Club will charge an additional $5, as the AMBA event is a major fundraiser for the service club and helps support many community projects. Appointments are required.To schedule an appointment, call 800-234-8888 Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5 pm. A personal physician’s name and address are required, and photo identification is required at check-in. For community health safety, masks also must be worn.

School of Nursing is accredited Cayuga Health received several awards, recognizing their dedicated cardiac care team and outstanding patient care. Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) is the recipient of the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2021. CMC is one of only 132 hospitals nationwide to receive this honor. In addition, they received the American Heart Association 2021 "Get with the Guidelines" Gold Plus Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll designations.

Cayuga Health: National top performer Cayuga Health received several awards, recognizing their dedicated cardiac care team and outstanding patient care. Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) is the recipient of the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2021. CMC is one of only 132 hospitals nationwide to receive this honor. In addition, they received the American Heart Association 2021 "Get with the Guidelines" Gold Plus Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll designations.

Seneca-Keuka Watershed: online Did you miss the public outreach session of the Seneca-Keuka Watershed? A recording of the Seneca-Keuka Watershed Nine Element Plan is available for viewing.

Scholarship opportunity The Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance is accepting applications for the Finger Lakes Region Scholarship. Qualified applicants must reside in the 14 county Finger Lakes tourism region and be students in the second year or beyond of studying tourism and hospitality. A work history, preferably in the tourism and hospitality industry, is required, along with letters of recommendation. We’re looking for young people who are passionate about this region, and applicants will need to provide an outline of how the scholarship will advance not only the applicant’s career but also the hospitality and tourism industry in the Finger Lakes region. Applications will be accepted through November 15, 2021. Applicants can find the scholarship application here or call 315-536-7488 with any questions.

Congratulations for state win Elizabeth Meehan, a woman supported by the Arc of Chemung-Schuyler, has been selected as the first-place winner in the photography category for the Arc New York’s 2021 Art Competition for her photo submission titled “Bridge Over Troubled Water." Last week, Elizabeth joined others for a state-wide celebration via Zoom. A surprise celebration for Elizabeth followed.

Flu shot time! Arnot Health is holding public flu shot clinics to help protect our community from influenza.  The clinics will take place as follows: October 26: Steele Library 11am -3pm November 5 Ernie Davis Community Center 11am -3pm (COVID vaccine will also be available) Registration for all clinics can be made by calling Arnot’s Health on Demand at 607-737-4499.

LODGERS ... Please share info We are compiling the following information (so please share with us!): What packages will you offer for Holiday Lights - Schuyler Style? (Please note the event as part of Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions.) What packages will you offer for New Year's Eve? (Please note the event at Clute Park as part of Holiday Happenings & Winter Traditions.) What packages will you offer for Valentine's Day? Will you offer packages for people looking for things to do toward the end of January/February 2022? We're calling these "Cabin Fever" events. If you're changing hours and/or closing for a portion of the year, please share that too. Any and all accommodation members are welcome to share their food, entertainment, and packages with the Chamber. We will help spread the word here in our e-news and on our social media platforms and website. Please know that we do NOT have complete information on availability and openings. In most cases, we direct guests to www.explorewatkinsglen.com, where they can find links to area lodgers. With this in mind, we hope you will keep your listings current and be sure to post your offers for the public and members on the WGACC Bulletin Board when you are checking out and/or updating your listing on the Simpleview Extranet.

Government News

Economic Injury Disaster Loans In a recent update from Isabella Casillas Guzman, National Administrator for the US Small Business Administration, enhancements to the COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loans were highlighted. Increased the COVID EIDL Cap. The SBA will lift the COVID EIDL cap from $500,000 to $2 million. Loan funds can be used for any normal operating expenses and working capital, including payroll, purchasing equipment, and paying debt. Implemented a Deferred Payment Period. The SBA will ensure small business owners will not have to begin COVID EIDL repayment until two years after loan origination, so they can get through the pandemic without having to worry about making ends meet. Established a 30-Day Exclusivity Window. To ensure main street businesses have additional time to access these funds, the SBA will implement a 30-day exclusivity window of approving and disbursing funds for loans of $500,000 or less. Approval and disbursement of loans over $500,000 will begin after the 30-day period. Expanded Eligible Use of Funds. COVID EIDL funds will now be eligible to prepay commercial debt and make payments on federal business debt. Simplified affiliation requirements. To ease the COVID EIDL application process for small businesses, the SBA has established more simplified affiliation requirements to model those of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Learn more about eligibility and application requirements and how to apply. The last day that applications may be received is December 31, 2021. All eligible applicants should file their applications as soon as possible. COVID EIDL Loan Program Overview Flyer (sba.gov)

It's time: Communicate your HERO Act The HERO Act requires employers to adopt and maintain an airborne infectious disease prevention plan to be implemented when an airborne infectious disease is designated by the New York State Commissioner of Health as a “highly contagious communicable disease that presents a serious risk of harm to the public health.” The deadline for communicating the existence of your plan to your employees was Saturday, September 4, 2021. Here's info to help you formulate your plan: Learn more about the HERO Act deadline and find sample language you can use to implement your plan. Please make sure your employees are notified.

Grants for small businesses: Gov. Hochul extends opportunity The successful recovery of small businesses is key to New York State's future. The New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program is open now and provides flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses, and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations in the State of New York who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check online for revised threshholds, eligibility requirements, and more information regarding the New York State COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Program: www.nysmallbusinessrecovery.com. The program is administered by ESD and powered by Lendistry. Questions? Call 877-721-0097.

Vaccine clinic info In the area? The following options are offered by Arnot Health. Those wishing to be vaccinated can register online at arnothealth.org/vaccine-info-individuals, call 1-800-952-2662, or take advantage of walk-in service up to 30 minutes before the end of the clinic.  Arnot Mall Event Center - Every Wednesday in October 2021, 10:00am - 5:00pm Watkins Glen Community Center – Every Friday in October – 9:00am to Noon (Note: Influenza vaccine will also be available. Call 607-737-4499 to register for flu shots only.) Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Tuesday, October 26 -- 7am - 5pm Steele Memorial Library – Thursday, October 28 – 2pm – 5pm Ernie Davis Community Center (EPO) – Friday, November 5 – 11am - 3pm Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital – Tuesday, November 16 – Noon - 3pm Steele Memorial Library – Thursday, November 18 – 2pm – 5pm Schuyler County Public Health Vaccine Clinics Thursday, October 14, from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at the Watkins Glen Community Center Friday, October 15, from 9:00 AM - Noon at the Watkins Glen Community Center Pfizer Boosters available at all Arnot Health COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics The CDC recently issued recommendations for a single booster dose for the Pfizer vaccine. Those Pfizer vaccine recipients eligible to receive the booster dose six months after completion of their primary series include: Individuals 65 years of age and older and residents in long-term care settings; Individuals age 50-64 with underlying medical conditions; Individuals age 18-49 with underlying medical conditions, based on individual benefit and risk (can be based on shared clinical decision-making and encourages, but does not require, prior consultation with a provider before administration of a booster dose); and Individuals age 18-64 who are at an increased risk for COVID-19 exposure or transmission because of occupational or institutional setting, based on their individual benefits and risks. Stay informed: Schuyler County Department of Health Arnot Health COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling NYS Southern Tier Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Am I Eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine Chemung County COVID-19 Information Center Find a Test Site Near You Interested in tracking vaccine results? Bookmark this page: ny.gov/vaccinetracker. For the latest updates on news and regulations, bookmark the New York Forward webpages.

PROMOTE YOUR NEWS AND EVENTS Add your happenings to the Public Events Calendar on our website! Add your event quickly, easily, and at no cost. Click here for the submission page. SHARE YOUR NEWS — VIA CHAMBER SOCIAL MEDIA & ENEWS We will gladly feature your upcoming events and news on our social media channels and in our newsletter. Contact Michael at (585) 721-6032 or send him your news at Michael@WatkinsGlenChamber.com by noon on Thursdays. CONNECT WITH THE CHAMBER TEAM Office Phone: (607) 535-4300 Katherine Jack, Visitor Center and Office Administrator email Abby Lane, Events and Membership-Engagement Manager email Stephanie Specchio, Director of Communications and Marketing email Michael Hardy, Executive Director email and (585) 721-6032 (cell)