[vip_committees] Fwd: Monday Morning Update

 

 

Monday Morning Update Sponsor for December:  Protect Your Retirement Against the Market Roller-Coaster, Call Zappia Insurance Today at 371-4901. Since 1979, *Financial & Retirement Planning * Life  * Accident * Health  *CD Alternatives & Annuities * Disability Income * Medicare Solutions * Long Term Care * Employee Benefits * Critical Illness.   An Insurance Brokerage Working for You - We've Got You Covered.  DuBois (814) 371- 4901, Pittsburgh (412) 770-5519, or 1- 800- 569- 2867; Fax (814) 371-2885

www.zappiainsurance.com

 

 

 

 

 This Week:

 

Make your reservations TODAY for the afternoon Holiday MIXER hosted by KTH Architects this Wednesday, December 7^th from 3:30 – 6:00 PM.  Join us for this holiday get-together on Kiwanis Trail.  Call to make your reservation, 371-5010, or email us at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

The Make-A-Wish Foundation will once again be holding their annual Light Up A Child’s Life Campaign. This year’s campaign will be held the week of December 5-9, 2011. They will be broadcasting live each day from 7 am – 4 pm on Sunny 106. Stop in to say hello, make a donation or place a bid on one of the many great auction items. 

 

Join the “Retail Therapy” Group for Holiday Shopping at DuBois Country Club on Thursday, December 8th from 5:30-8:30pm.  Find the perfect gift for your mom, grandma, girlfriend, hairdresser, neighbor and don’t forget about YOU!  Lots of Holiday gift ideas to choose from with vendors such as PartyLite Gifts, Premier Designs, Wildtree, Monaco, Bronze Elegance, Thirty-One, Vault Denim, Dove Chocolates, MaryKay Cosmetics, Mark, Miche Bag, Pampered Chef, and Longaberger Baskets.  December’s charity focus is “Won by One to Jamaica”.  “Won by One” will be on-site with a bake sale to raise money for a January mission trip.  You can enjoy taste testing, door prizes, and fun at this event!  For questions call Carol Jones at 814-541-0773 or Jodi August at 814-590-4959.

 

 First Step: Starting a Small Business – Workshop each month July through December 2011 designed to give you a head-start with your business.  Topics that will be covered during each session:  What to consider before starting a business; License and tax information; Regulations governing a business; Guidelines on how to finance your business; How and why to prepare a business plan; Other resources you can use to help you plan and succeed.  Sessions will be held Saturdays at DuBois Best Western from 8:30–noon.  The dates of the workshop is December 10.  To register online www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call toll free at 877-292-1843.

 

Pancake Breakfast with Mickey and Minnie on Saturday, December 10^th beginning at 9:00 AM at the Fourth Ward Hose House on S. Brady St.  Sponsored by the Downtown DuBois Revitalization Group – further questions, call Karen at 371-3064.

 

This year’s Collectible Ornament is has arrived and are now available at the Chamber office.  Celebrating the ‘new’ Rumbarger Cemetery, this special ornament is one you must have!  Call us at 371-5010 or email us at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx and we’ll put your name on one to hold it for you  – only $10.

 

The Chamber’s Annual Business Bash is set for Saturday, January 28^th at the DuBois Country Club.  We would like to begin promoting our sponsors immediately for their continued support of OUR Chamber and OUR Businesses!  Sponsors to date, and basket donors, include: Carriage House Creations, Clearfield Bank & Trust, Clearfield/Jefferson MHMR EIN Program, DuBois Country Club, DuBois Hampton Inn, Linda Weis State Farm Insurance, Sunny 106/WCED Newstalk Radio 1420, Way Office Plus and Winery at Wilcox.  Will You Be A Sponsor?  Here are some choices:  Business Leader Sponsorship - $1,000 (Includes recognition banner, eight (8) admissions & full page ad in program);  All American Sponsorship - $ 500 (Includes six (6) admissions and half page ad in program);  Flag Sponsorship - $ 350 (Includes four (4) admissions and ¼ page ad in program); Corporate Sponsorship - $ 250 (Includes two (2) admissions and business logo in program).  All sponsors will be listed in the Monday Update, Chamber Chatter, Event Program, and the evening of the Business BASH.  We will also have a power point listing all our sponsors the night of the BASH during the networking time.  Also, if you wish to donate a basket for our auction, please let us know.  Individual admission for this year’s spectacular event will remain at $35 per person.  If we may include you in our Business Sponsor or Basket Donor List, email dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

 

 

Newly Added Today:             

 

 Another bus trip for the Winery at Wilcox gang. This trip is going to be to the Logan Valley Mall and Lights on the Lake in Altoona. All the Information is Listed below if you are interested please call and RSVP. At the Wine Shop in the DuBois Mall 814-375-6885, email or stop on in.  December 10, 2011- Logan Valley Mall/Lights on the Lake Trip  $35 (price includes bus, "refreshments", mini lunch and gratuities).  Depart 10 am from DuBois Mall (bus should be there by 9:30!!) Arrive Altoona Shop from 11 - 6:45 pm.  Supper is on their own.  Load bus to see the Holiday Lights on the Lake.....if we have enough time they can stop and get off and see the workshop, treat area, and mini train area.....then back on the bus to head home..Arrive back in DuBois by 11 pm

 

“DINE OUT AT LUIGI’S” benefit for PASSAGES, Inc. on Sunday, December 11^th from noon until close. Luigi’s will donate a portion of their proceeds to help PASSAGES provide free and confidential services to all victims of sexual violence including children and adult survivors of child sexual abuse in Clearfield, Jefferson, and Clarion Counties. In addition to counseling and advocacy services, PASSAGES also provides prevention and education programs to children in our local schools, as well as, to churches and community groups. 

For more information about the Luigi’s fundraiser and/or how you can get involved, please call 371-9677 or 849-5303.  Come enjoy a delicious meal while supporting a great cause!

 

You're invited to celebrate The Winkler Gallery of Fine Art's 8 year anniversary with a wine and cheese reception on December 17th from 6-9p.m. with special guest artist, Whitney J. Ponder of Asheville, North Carolina. We are so proud to bring to you this very special installation of images by this very gifted photographer. Join us this holiday season and discover that one of a kind special gift for that special person on your gift list.  Please click on the link to download and print the Winkler Gallery Reception Poster and display it in your business.

 

Representative Matt Gabler will host an Open House on Monday, Dec. 19th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  All are invited to attend.

 

S & T Bank has been chosen by AARP as one of the top 50 employers in the United States for workers over 50 years old for 2011!!!  A company right here in DuBois!! Our Congratulations to S & T Bank!

 

An eclectic group of individuals is featured on the 2012 DuBois Area Historical Society Calendar.  The calendar includes photos of Ann McCrea, Tom Mix, Mother Borgia Egan, Butch Ross, Philip P. Bliss, George Rosenkrans, Lee Gamble, Sam Suplizio, Richard Burfoot, Selma (Bojalad) Ajami, Floyd Boring, Artha Benson “Deacon” Litz, Johnny J. Jones, Col. Maxwell Hetrick, Albert “Sparky” Lyle, Jim Pittsley, Dwite Schaffner, Col. Charles McDonald., Rear Admiral Donald McDonald, Frank Fuller, and Robert “Duke” Osborn.  The connection between them? All were born or raised in the DuBois area and went on to success statewide, nationally, or internationally. A brief biography of each of these individuals is part of each calendar.  The calendar, on sale for $5, makes a great holiday gift and can be purchased at the DuBois Area Historical Society, Kohlhepp’s True Value, Peaceable Kingdom, Rosie’s Book Store, Way Office Supply, Greater DuBois Chamber and Willar’s Market.

  

        

 Next Week:

 

Breakfast with Santa is always a must for the little ones at heart! Remember mom and dad these are times they cherish. Seeing Santa is a memory you will remember forever! Mark this date on your calendar! Breakfast with Santa – Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 9:00am at the Lakeview Lodge!

 

Have brunch with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Sunday the 18th of December, from 11:00-2:00pm at the DuBois Country Club.  Bring your camera for great pics with this great couple.  Make reservations by calling 371-7540.

 

Visit with SANTA at the DuBois Mall from November 25th to December 23rd.  Hours are Monday - Friday 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Saturday 12:00pm to 4:00pm and 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

Sunday 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Pet Photo Days with Santa are Sunday, December 4th and 11th.

 

 

Coming Soon:

 

First Step: Starting a Small Business – FREE Workshop each month January through June 2012 designed to give you a head-start with your business.  Topics that will be covered during each session:  What to consider before starting a business; License and tax information; Regulations governing a business; Guidelines on how to finance your business; How and why to prepare a business plan; Other resources you can use to help you plan and succeed.  Sessions will be held Saturdays at DuBois Best Western from 8:30–noon.  The dates of the workshops are January 21, February 18, March 24, April 21, May 19, and June 23, 2012.  To register online www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call toll free at 877-292-1843.

 

If you know of someone who may wish to receive the Monday Morning Update, please have them email dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

 

Have a great Chamber Day!

 

Nancy

 

Nancy J. Micks, President/CEO

Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development

P:  814-371-5010     F:  814-371-5005

dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

www.duboispachamber.com