WEEKLY NEWS & EVENTS
Candidates Forum
You are invited to a candidates forum for the August 4 election at the Blount Partnership, 201 S. Washington St., Maryville, on July 7 from 3-5 p.m. 

This Candidates Forum sees Democrat and Republican candidates for Property Assessor, County Clerk, County Trustee, Register of Deeds, Tennessee House of Representatives along with Blount County School Board positions.

Seating is limited. RSVP below to secure your spot. This event is for preregistered Chamber Members only.

The Blount County Chamber of Commerce is a nonpartisan organization providing information to its members about the upcoming election.
Dual Ribbon Cuttings
Join us for the Rainscapes Construction ribbon cutting on July 7 at 8 a.m. at 2519 Topside Rd., Louisville. Refreshments provided.

Then, on July 8, Company Distilling is holding its official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 8351 TN-73, in Townsend at 11 a.m.
Don't Fly Solo
On August 26 from 8-10 a.m., Sky City Entrepreneur Center members and staff talk connections: why they're important, how to make them, and where to go for help along the way. This Soft Skills session is held on-site at the Sky City Entrepreneur Center located at 608 Ellis Ave., Maryville.

Small Business Resources
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center hosts a myriad of online training webinars to assist in all facets of businesses.
View a full list of upcoming workshops and trainings with the SBDC or request a free advising session.
Volunteers Needed
Crew members are a vital part of making sure the GSM Hot Air Balloon Festival comes together as planned. Duties include:
  • Time commitment from 3-10 p.m.
  • Physical labor required
  • Unloading & inflating the balloon
  • Standing the balloon upright
  • Assisting balloon riders
  • Putting the balloon away
  • Access to hospitality room for snacks and drinks
  • Hot Air Balloon T-shirt
  • Community service hours approved 
7/4 Highland Manor in Townsend
7/4-5 at Townsend Visitor Center
7/6-7 at Townsend Visitor Center
7/8-10 at Sandy Springs Park
7/8 at GSM Heritage Center
7/8-11 at Townsend Visitor Center
7/9 at Townsend Visitor Center
Full List of Events
Women in Business
Join our next Women in Business Meeting on July 18 at noon at the Blount Partnership. Come ready to share, come ready for self-examination and come ready for fun! You may bring your lunch if you would like. 
Save the Date
July 18 -- Women in Business
July 28 -- Coffee Club
August 25 -- Coffee Club
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