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December 15, 2020
4:30pm
[virtual] Holiday Mixer & Silent Auction
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Join us for a fun-filled hour of holiday cheer!
50/50 Raffle
Silent Auction
Virtual Holiday Office Tours
Trivia
Music
Grab a snack and a beverage and log onto the Zoom call to connect with members and neighbors and to celebrate the holiday season! Ugly sweaters and festive attire encouraged (though not required).
Silent Auction - Bid now through Dec 15th at 5pm. New items will be added daily!
Holiday Office Showcase: Submit a photo of your businesses holiday office décor, home office, or a festive staff photo, (extra points for ugly sweaters).
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PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED |
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Thank you Sponsors!
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Friday, December 11, 2020
10:00AM - 11:00AM
PV Chamber [Virtual] Business Book Club
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ALL WELCOME TO ATTEND!
December Book Review: The Happiness Advantage
The 7 Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Succsee and Performance at Work
Everyone welcome to attend the PV Chamber Business Book Club! Please join us for a book discussion, and share what's on your reading wish-list and other relative works (podcasts, movies/documentaries, publications, etc.) that you think fellow business professionals might enjoy.
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Noon - 1PM
Business Roundtable
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Our monthly Business Roundtable luncheons are now virtual on ZOOM!
Join us for an interactive discussion and sharing of best practices among other business owners and key decision makers, right from the comforts of your home or office. We look forward to “seeing” everyone.
Pre-registration is required. After registering, you will receive a link with instructions to join the meeting.
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PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to receive meeting link |
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Shop Local Deals
Now - February 28, 2021
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Grow your business by listing a special offer on the PV Chamber Shop Local and Win website. Pfizer and Dow will share link in weekly e-news. Let's fill this site with offers!
To learn more, select the “Shop Local & Win” tab from the dropdown menu under “Chamber Events” at the top of our homepage. From there you can submit an offer, enter to win, view promotions, donate a prize and participate in our Annual Silent Auction (starts Dec 1st)!
All welcome to participate (membership not required).
Sponsorships and Grants available. Call Chamber office for details 610-489-6660
Promotions good through February 28, 2021
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Webinar was held Dec. 4th. Due to time constraints, we were unable to answer all questions live during the program. Your voice matters - and we are committed to securing the information and guidance you need to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. All outstanding questions have been submitted to the Wolf Administration and responses will be shared as soon as they are made available.
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A Message From The Chamber Office |
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Dear Chamber Members and Friends,
Thank you for viewing this week's enews, filled with Chamber and community news. as COVID-19 cases continue to rise, PA continues to weigh new restrictions. The Chamber will send out an announcement when we learn more from the Governor's office over the next few days.
PV Chamber's annual Holiday Mixer and Silent Auction will be on Zoom this year. There are many ways to participate including sponsorship, donating a silent auction item, attending the event, participating in Business Showcase, bid on fabulous silent auction items, purchase 50/50 raffle tickets. Please share event details (above) your employees!
Chamber Affinity Program: Sunrise Power & Gas is the company to turn to for affordable, clean energy. Sunrise provides electricity to homes and small businesses that is 100 percent powered by renewable resources. Sunrise customers get to help preserve the planet by using clean energy while being good to their wallet or bottom line. Switching to Sunrise is easy. And for every residential and business customer that subscribes to Sunrise using the promo code “PVChamber2020,” the company will donate $25 to the Chamber. Learn more at www.sunrisepowerandgas.com.
The PV Chamber Shop Local & Win Campaign is underway. Look for details in this email to shop savings offers and promote your business. Program is open to members and non-member businesses. Participation is affordable. Call the chamber office with questions or to request COVID-19 program discount.
A warm welcome to new member, Vinodha Rajaskekaran, owner of True Vine Organics LLC, a family-operated business dedicated to sharing the ancient natural remedy using Ture Ceylon cinnamon and Brazillian Honey. The 100% natural all organic cold, cough, and flu remedy made using ingredients loaded with antioxidants to bestow an antibacterial, antiviral, and antimicrobial protective shield upon you to stop infections in its tracks.To learn more, contact Vinodha at
FREE COVID-Prevention Kit Program Update: Kits are now available to businesses with 100 or fewer employees. Montco has updated the program to allow businesses up to 7 kits. Pickup at the Chamber office on Wednesday, December 16th from 9:00am - 4:00pm, or call for an appointment. Please help spread the word....membership not required. Kits are free - funded through the CARES Act. Contact the Chamber office at 610-489-6660 for reservations and questions. Read more.
Stay safe and healthy,
Renee Blomstrom
Executive Director
renee@pvchamber.net
610-489-6660
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Natural blend of Organic Ceylon Liquid Cinnamon and Organic US Grade A Brazilian Honey that boosts immunity and stops infections
PV Chamber members a free new patient comprehensive exam (D0140), xrays (D0210 or D0251), and routine cleaning (D1110)
We will be erecting a memorial to honor our local deceased Veterans
Sunrise Power & Gas provides clean energy to homes and small businesses in Pennsylvania.
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The following organizations joined the PV Chamber this past year!
Click on a business name for more information.
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Mary Allen - Kelly Williams Realty
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All Current PV Chamber Members can be found in the Directory on our Website |
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No-Cost PPE Kits
Free to small businesses (100 or fewer employees)
Kit PICKUP @ Chamber office on Wednesday, December 16th from 9AM - 2PM. or CALL 610-489-6660 or email info@pvchamber.net to schedule and appointment.
Thanks to a partnership with the newly formed Alliance of Montgomery County Chambers, Montco Department of Commerce and Office of Public Health, 12,000 kits will be distributed throughout the County over a 10 week period. Program funded through CARES Act. Read more
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Small Business Funding
PA 30 Day Fund , provides forgivable loans for Pennsylvania-based small businesses and is eager to see an increase in applications from eligible small businesses in Montgomery County, particularly in applications from eligible minority and/or women owned businesses. The forgivable loan is intended to provide immediate financial assistance (within maximum 3 days).
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PV Chamber COVID-19 Resource Hub |
Bookmark the PV Chamber's COVID-19 Resource Hub for up-to-date information for business owners, employers and residents.
- County, State and Federal Resource Links
- Member-to-Member Resources
- Webinars & Recordings
- Brighter Side
- Event News
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Montgomery County Resource Hubs |
Montgomery County COVID-19 Daily Press Releases can be viewed here. |
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PA Chamber of Business & Industry |
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Bringing PA Back is an initiative of the PA Chamber to help businesses re-open prepared and stronger. The site contains resources to help prepare your workplace, welcome back employees and customers. |
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Book a Holiday Mini Photo Session!
Scillia Photography is now booking Family mini sessions just in time for your Holiday Pictures!
Sessions will be held at Waterworks Park; 20 minutes photoshoot; Online Gallery; 6 digital downloads (social media size)
For more information call (610) 608-6095 or email Giuseppe@ScilliaPhotography.com
* prior registration required
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Royal Farms Collegeville is Hiring!
We offer Competitive Pay - Advancement Opportunities - Flexible Schedule
FT and PT Positions - 401 K
Weekly Pay - Holiday Pay
FT provides Health Insurance, Dental, Vision & Paid Vacation
Collegeville Location - we are holding ongoing interviews to staff this location. We are monitoring applications closely and sending interview/job fair invitations. Please apply to store #234.
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) is hiring a Guest Service Representative/Crafter. The Guest Service Representative is the first point of brand contact in our bakery and serves in an essential role to engage and bring joy to our guests, create a memorable experience and leave a positive, lasting impression. The Guest Service Representative embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to guest satisfaction as well as excellence and efficiency in the workplace.
Contact Melissa Ayers at NbC, (610) 989-2253 or email collegeville@nothingbundtcakes.com
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Columbia Cottage
At Columbia Cottage, each person’s role is more than just a job. Everyone is a part of something bigger: providing a safe, warm environment for our residents to age in place with dignity. Positions available:
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Homemaker/Medication Technician (Day Shift PT and Evening Shift PT)
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Part-time cook, shifts vary; approximately 40 hours biweekly
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Resident Wellness Director (RN/LPN Charge Nurse); Evening shift; full-time - $2,000 sign on Bonus!
All positions have weekend obligation unless specified otherwise.
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Part-time Teller positions available at the 1889 E. Ridge Pike, Royersford branch location - Join your local community bank Team!
Previous Bank teller or CSR experience desired; prior cash handling experience considered. Candidates must have strong customer service focus, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and computer/systems aptitude.
Indicate your interest and send resumes by email to: hrdept@harleysvillebank.com or by fax to: 215-513-9393
EOE m/f/d/v
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Signarama Limerick
Full Time positions including fabrication, assembly and installation of signs and vinyl graphics. Send resume to Info@Signarama-Limerick.com.
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Medical billing office is seeking FT experienced candidates in Payment Posting/Bank Reconciliation. Qualified candidates should have at least 2-3 years' experience in a medical billing office setting. To learn more and apply, view job listing on PMA Medical Specialists Facebook page.
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A&E Flooring
Installation: A&E Flooring is always looking to add installation teams that can offer a customer-first experience as well as genuine quality installations. Please send resumes to info@aandeflooring.com
Retail Sales Associate: A&E Flooring is currently looking to hire a retail sales associate to work in the showroom. Our Ideal candidate is someone who puts the customer first and is friendly and outgoing. Strong computer skills are a must. Flooring experience is a plus but not a requirement. Please send resumes to info@aandeflooring.com.
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Kimberton Whole Foods is looking for people who love food, care for the earth and enjoy building relationships with fellow team members and customers. At Kimberton Whole Foods we strive to create an environment where work is engaging and meaningful. Availability on weekends is required. Please note, we do not hire seasonal positions. To learn more and view positions, visit www.kimbertonwholefoods.com/career-opportunities/
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First Financial Group - Philadelphia is looking to recruit Financial Representatives who have an entrepreneurial spirit and who are passionate about helping people live better financial lives. If you’re coming from a financial services background, we can help you take it to the next level. But, it doesn’t matter to us what your background is, as long as you have an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for helping people, are self-motivated, and have character and integrity. First Financial Group Philadelphia is located in the heart of King of Prussia and provides the training, structure, and support to help you create financial security for your clients, while creating a better life for you and your family. Please contact Steven D. Earhart, President (FFG PA, NJ, DE), at steven.earhart@ffgadvisors.com, or by phone at 610-293-8330.
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Touching Hearts at Home is seeking Part-Time Employed In-Home Caregivers to provide one-on-one care for the elderly and disabled. We are a RAPIDLY growing home care agency and are looking for dedicated and compassionate Caregivers with a true calling to help others! Our Caregivers provide individuals with extra support to keep up with life's daily tasks. We value our clients AND those that serve alongside us! Our goal is to give our Caregivers the support, training, and confidence they need in order to be successful. Our territory spans across all of Montgomery County. Call 484-854-9300
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Dirk's Pest Management Specialists |
Purpose: To effectively and efficiently maintain a high level of organization within the office.
Responsibilities will include:
Schedule Routes/appointments; Generate daily route sheets/ work orders and invoices; Coordinate, scheduling and mailing termite renewal notices; Answer phones (with a smile); Enter all new customers / update current customer account information into the computer; Initiate and maintain customer accounts which include follow up; Communicate with technicians and sales staff of any changes to their work schedules and/or work; Add weekly Dirks Pest Management Specialist Facebook status; Responsible for account functions, including but not limited to accounts payable and accounts receivable; Issued Proposals for Termite Renewals/Service Plans
Must be a TEAM PLAYER- work as a competent member of the team and willingly provide back-up support for co-workers when appropriate and actively support team goals; The ability to self-start and work independently. Must be proactive!
To apply: send resume to office@dirkspms.com
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Cafe' 2020 and UC Bookstore Open |
Join us as we celebrate the winter season with Merry on Main, featuring a limited opening of our new welcome center, the Schellhase Commons, home to both Café 2020 and the Ursinus Bookstore.
For hours and more information visit ursinus.edu/MerryOnMain. Read more
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Online Auction
December 1st - 15th
The Silent Auction and Raffle Giveaways are favorites at the Annual PVCC Holiday Party. Since we can't gather in person this year, the Silent Auction has been moved to online!
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Donations Needed for
CODE BLUE, Overnight Emergency Warming Center
CODE BLUE, Overnight Emergency Warming Center, located below Sacred Heart Church
Provides a cold weather (35*-38*), overnight center for men, women and families. It is open from mid-November to mid-April, 8pm to 8am.
Supplies needed:
- Vinyl Pillow Covers
- Cot/Mattress protectors,
- 2 flat sheets per cot,
- 2 blankets per cot
- 1 pillow per guest
- Lysol spray
- Wipes
- Clear bags to keep linens in
- Nitrile gloves for staff
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Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Donations can be dropped off at Sacred Heart Church, 838 Walnut St, Royersford, PA 19468
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Solutions for Restaurant Industry
Free Webinar
December 14, 2020
11AM
Any food establishment that was struggling prior to COVID is at great risk given the current situation. To survive, recover and thrive; businesses in this industry must be prepared to transform. Business transformation can include many concepts. During this free webinar hosted by Tri-County SCORE, Eric Myers of Sodexo, a worldwide leader in food and facility management, will discuss the current and future challenges facing the restaurant industry and will provide workable solutions for your success.
This webinar is hosted by SCORE and sponsored by Victory Bank.
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Collection site for Daily Bread Food Pantry
S&B Event Concepts and Catering, located at 25 Bridge Street, Collegeville, remains a donation location for the Daily Bread Community Food Pantry. As children head back to (virtual) classrooms, many are in need of school supplies, including notebooks, markers, highlighters, backpacks, calculators, pencils, pens, etc. Feel free to call Sodiah Thomas for details 267-263-2616.
Thank you in advance for supporting our community in need.
CURRENT NEEDS:
Any canned meat, cereal, juice, tomato products, spaghetti sauce, juice, jelly, and canned pastas. We also need personal care items: baby wipes, bars of soap, laundry/dish soap, tissues, and any cleaning products. For many of our families your donations are a lifeline. If they do not get it here they must go without! Thank you everyone for your kindness and support!
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THE NUTCRACKER REIMAGINED- The Movie
Ignite your spirits and warm your hearts!
SVRDC.org is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that has produced a spectacular Nutcracker ballet performance for the community since 1971. This year SVRDC is proud to bring this legendary Yuletide tale to the comfort and safety of your own home in the form of a professionally produced and edited film! Led by the creative choreography of Brittany Ryan and Tim Early, the show features 50 dancers plus professional guest artists.
Featuring the very talented Perkiomen Valley High School Senior Olivia Dupre in a lead role.
Also starring Natalie Leith in the prominent role of Clara.
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Shopping for a Cause
Limerick Chiropractic Center has partnered with Park Lane Jewelry to host a fundraiser event for The Daily Bread Community Food Pantry. This is an easy, amazing opportunity to do some Christmas shopping, all while helping those in need. 50% of all sales will go DIRECTLY to The Daily Bread Community Food Pantry! All sales will ship directly to you and payment is done directly thru the link...there is no having to drive to pick up. Thank you in advance for your support in our local community!
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Wreaths Across Royersford
December 19, 2020
12PM
These wreaths will be placed at the site of the future home of the SPRINGFORD VETERANS MEMORIAL, located at 1st and Main St, Royersford. Friends, family and neighbors are invited to participate in the laying of the wreaths. These wreaths represent the Veterans from the Spring City Veterans home who are no longer with us.
Contacts:
Dick Davis. 484-614-6264
Frederika Rivera-Torres. 210-317-7196
Bill Pinkerton. 610-322-3130
Mail donations to the address below. NO CASH.
SPRINGFORD VETERANS MEMORIAL
147 Main Street, Royersford, PA 19468
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UC 2021 Job, Internship & Networking Fair
February 24, 2021 @ 1PM -2PM
We are excited to announce that the Ursinus College Virtual Job, Internship, and Networking Fair will be supported by the Maryland & Pennsylvania Liberal Arts Career Fair this year. This event is free of charge.
What does this mean for our employer partners?
You will have the chance to network and share your opportunities with Ursinus College students as usual. Additionally, this fair will include nine other institutions: Gettysburg College, Goucher College, Hood College, McDaniel College, Mount St. Mary’s University, Muhlenberg College, Notre Dame of Maryland University, St. John’s College, and Washington College. This means that you will also be able to recruit students from these colleges, expanding your talent pool even further.
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Limited time only! Give the glow from head to toe with our top sellers. . Receive 20% off our Gift Sets while supplies last or December 22nd.
FREE Preferred Customer Fee for shopping with me
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100% Natural All Organic Cold, Cough, & Flu Remedy to stop infections in their tracks!
Save on your online orders using these coupon codes
Save 10% on online orders by using the coupon code “givemeone”
Save 20% on online order for two or more items using the coupon code “twoormore“
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25% off Escape Trappe Gift Vouchers
Use code HOLIDAYGV2020 at checkout
Now through 12/24/2020
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Montgomery County Updates |
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Testing
Montgomery County is now offering free COVID-19 testing, for all ages, at six sites across the county. This testing is made possible by CARES Act funding that has been allocated directly to the County.
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PA Career Link of Montgomery County is relocating from 1855 New Hope Street, Norristown, PA to a newly renovated location within the Human Services Center (HSC) at 1430 DeKalb Street, Norristown PA. The new office is scheduled to open to the public by appointment only on August 17, 2020.
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On September 16th, a coalition of Chambers of Commerce, including Perkiomen Valley Chamber, sent a letter to Pennsylvania's State Lawmakers to urge support of temporary, targeted legal safe harbor for those employers and healthcare providers operating in good faith and complying with relevant requirements.
On June 17, 2020, a coalition of 80 Chambers of Commerce sent a letter to Federal and State Lawmakers to support temporary, targeted legal safe harbor protection for employers and healthcare communities operating in good faith and complying with relevant requirements.
An open letter to state lawmakers expressed the deep concern Chamber leaders feel with both the pace and process of reopening businesses in the SE PA region. The letter, sent on May 28, 2020 was singed by 24 Chamber leaders, including myself. The letter urges legislatures to work with the Governor to revise metrics for reopening and with the Chambers' assistance, develop guidance and support to help businesses reopen safely. Read the letter here.
On April 3, 2020, leaders from 50 Pennsylvania chambers of commerce signed a letter to Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf requesting that the Administration allow more businesses to operate under CISA and CDC guidelines to ensure the critical infrastructure supply chains are protected during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the letter here
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Virtual Town Hall with Dr. Brian Broker
The Science Behind COVID-19
To view Dr. Broker's PowerPoint slideshow, copy and paste the link below into a browser:
https://perkiomenvalleychamber.org/wp-content/uploads/The-Science-behind-COVID-19.pptx
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Listen to our virtual town hall discussion with Gene Barr, President and CEO of PA Chamber of Business and Industry.
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https://perkiomenvalleychamber.org/covid-19-updates-and-resources/#1590607836190-37b47b5a-bd28
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We want to share YOUR upcoming events in E-News and Community Calendar. |
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The PV Chamber Board of Directors encourages you to forward this email to friends and associates. For membership information contact Renee Blomstrom, Executive Director.
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521 W Main Street, Suite 103 | Trappe, PA 19426
Telephone: (610) 489-6660 | FAX: (610) 454-1270
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