[vip_committees] Fwd: Monday Morning Update

 

 

The August Featured Member is Yellowbook.

 

 

This Week:

 

The DuBois Rotary Club will host a bloodmobile at the VFW on Monday, August 9^th.  Please plan to help by giving the Gift of Life!

 

The Music in the Park Series continues this Thursday. Bring your chair and we’ll see you at the amphitheater.

 

DuBois Mall Dog Daze of Summer!  Enter to win prizes from mall merchants, with prize drawings being held Monday thru Friday  August 2nd - 27th. The grand prize drawing on August 27th is for 2 reclining chairs compliments of By the Room Furniture .  Entry box is located by the mall office.

 

Cook Forest News:  Wednesday & Thursday, August 11 & 12 at 830am - ‘Clarion River History Teacher Workshop’   This workshop will emphasize history of the Clarion River through various 3rd person living history character portrayals during the mid 1700’s French & Indian War and mid 1800’s lumber boom era. Teachers will also investigate and document various lumber towns and raft fabrication sites along the Clarion River via canoe, as well as gain valuable insight into how local history can be incorporated into the classroom.  Teachers will receive a copy of ‘True Tales of the Clarion River’, ‘Tanbark, Alcohol & Lumber: Book No. 12 in the series Logging Railroad Era of Lumbering in Pennsylvania’, and ‘Elk County: A Journey Through Time’. Teachers will have the option to receive ACT 48 hours.  Bring a bag lunch, rain gear, swim gear, proper river footwear, and extra set of clothes.  Light refreshments provided.  Cost is $125/person.  To register, please contact the North Central Math/Science Collaborative at (814)393-1612 or mathsci@xxxxxxxxxxx.  (8hrs)

 

Friedman Electric invites you to join them for their 4^th annual Summer Bash on Wednesday, August 11^th from 10am-2pm at their location at 990 Beaver Drive.  The menu includes Hot Sausage, BBQ Pork Sandwiches and Lots of Fun.  On-site vendors with new products; register to win fabulous prizes.

 

DuBois Area Council on the Arts continues its Poetry in the Park series, Friday, August 13^th from noon – 1pm.  Join us at Pavilion A in the City Park near the YMCA.  This is free and open to the public.

 

Friday, August 13 at 730pm - ‘Night Fishin on the Clarion’     Did you know that fishing at night is often THE best time to fish?  The National Wild & Scenic Clarion River contains many different kinds of fish and wildlife that are very active at night.  Fish that are often wary during the day come out of their hiding spots at night to feed.  Smallmouth bass and brook trout can be readily caught during daylight, but big brownies, catfish, and walleye are often on the prowl at night.  Please bring your fishing poles, lanterns, and bait to the Park Office where we’ll car-pool to fishing hotspots along the river.  Don’t forget your chicken livers!  (2.5hrs)

 

On August 14th, the DuBois Business College Hope Club will be hosting a Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show.   Registration is from 10 am to 1 pm and there will be a $10 entry fee.  Vehcile owners will be doing the judging at 2 pm and trophies and prized will be awarded at 4 pm.  All of the proceeds will benefit the Sheetz For The Kidz Charity.  There will be 21 awards given in the following classes: 1900-1949 Car (Stock); 1950-1959 Car (Stock); 1960-1964 Car (Stock); 1965-1970 Car (Stock); 1971-1985 Car (Stock); 1986-2010 Car (Stock); 1900-1949 Street Rods; 1950-1975 (Street Modified); 1976-2010 (Street Modified); 1900-2010 Trucks (Stock); 1900-2010 Trucks (Modified); 1900-2010 Sports Car; 1953-2010 Corvette; 1964-2010 Mustang; 1967-2010 Camaro; Best Muscle Car (Stock); Best Muscle Car (Modified); Best Jeep/SUV; Best Import Tuner; Best Motorcycle; People Choice Award. For more information and/or a registration form email Matt at DBCcarshow@xxxxxxxxx.

 

There will be a golf tournament sponsored by the DuBois Area Wrestling Booster Club.  The scramble is going to be Saturday, August 14th 2010 @ the Silver Golf Course in Treasure Lake.  Many great prizes to give away & good food to eat!  To register, or for more information, email dahsgolf@xxxxxxxxxxx or call Luke or Megan Bundy at 371-3328.

 

The Winkler Gallery in DuBois has been chosen as a finalist in the Pepsi Refresh Project but we need your help! Please click on the following link to vote for us daily and spread the word. Winners of millions of dollars in grants will be chosen on September 1- so please vote!  http://www.refresheverything.com/search/?q=renovate+areas+only+gallery

 

Has your foursome registered yet?  We’re taking teams now for the Birdies to Bogies Ladies Golf Tournament to be held at Beechwoods Golf Course on Friday, September 10^th.  This is a great day of food, fun and friends – great prizes too!  The Signature Sponsor of the day is Helpmates, Inc. and the Event Sponsor is Farmers National Bank.

 

 

Newly Added Today:

 

Hospital Avenue Project Update for Week of August 9 - The following information is an update for PennDOT’s Hospital Avenue/Dixon Avenue realignment project in DuBois for the week of August 9.  All work is weather dependent.

·         Traffic will be restricted to one lane on South Main Street between Grove Avenue and Hospital Avenue for the installation of storm drainage, waterline and temporary widening. Flaggers will be in place to direct traffic. Drivers will experience delays.

·         Grove Avenue will continue to be closed between South Main Street and Prospect Street. All motorists are to follow the signed detour route. This closure will remain in effect until further notice.

·         Prospect Street will continue to be closed between Hospital Avenue and Grove Avenue. All motorists are to follow the signed detour route. This closure will remain in effect until further notice. 

·         Prospect Street between Hospital Avenue and Mundorf Avenue will continue to be closed. Miller Avenue between South Main Street and Prospect Street will also continue to be closed. All motorists are to follow the signed detour route. These closures will remain in effect until further notice. 

                Motorists are advised to watch for slow moving and stopped vehicles through the entire work zone. 

 

"Scenic View Recreation Center is having a flea and craft market on Saturday, August 14th & Sunday, August 15th from 9am - 4pm. New vendors and garage salers welcome. High-traffic location on Rt 322 across from the Thunderbird Restaurant. For more info: call 771-0079 or 771-6465."

 

"Also, a fundraiser is being held the same days for St. Michael's Church in DuBois. Golf & Batting Cage games/contests for all ages. Food and drinks available. Come join in the fun!"

 

Please join the DuBois Continuum of Care Community in celebration of a Groundbreaking Ceremony at DuBois Village on Monday, August 16th at 2pm.  DuBois Village will be starting phase one of a construction project planned for new personal care apartments and secured assisted living apartments.  A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 2pm with light refreshments to follow.

 

THE FIRST WINE-EE WOMEN PICNIC, August 28^TH, 2010 from 12:00 – 5:00; cost is $20.00 which includes MUSIC, FOOD, WINE GLASS, WINE TASTING, TOUR THE WINERY WITH THE WINE MAKER, GAMES, DOOR PRIZES.  BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIR, KICK BACK AND ENJOY THIS PICNIC WITH NO WORK!  We will release the winner of the new label for the Designer Bottle.  RSVP TO ANY WINERY LOCATION OR E-MAIL BY AUGUST 21^ST, 2010; news@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 929-5598, 375-6885 or 237-8500

 

Jeff Tech Evening School Courses in September - The Jeff Tech Evening School will offer a number of Microsoft Seminars in September. Courses include Word, Microsoft Word 2007: Level One, Word 2, Excel and Excel 2. For more information about these and other courses and to get an application, visit the website at www.jefftech.us, under the Adult Education tab – Computer classes.

 

REGISTER NOW FOR The North Central Gas Expo is being held on Thursday, October 14th at Clarion River Holdings Building in Ridgway, PA. Wednesday evening a networking dinner will be held for exhibitors and their guests. You can register for the event, get information and explore sponsorship,  exhibitor, and advertising opportunities on the expo's website at NorthCentralGasExpo.com .  The event will bring together the natural gas industry and local business entrepreneurs to explore the opportunities that are emerging out of the Marcellus natural gas play. The industry is raving about the quality and quantity of natural gas in Pennsylvania. Industry leaders are taking note and putting major resources into this region. Taking the opportunity to be part of expo in Ridgway, Pennsylvania is a must if you and your business is interested in becoming part of this emerging industry.  Registration is open! Sign-up today to reserve the best Expo Spots and mark your calendars now and join us for the North Central Gas Expo in Ridgway, Pennsylvania!

 

The 2010 Central PA Regional Business & Industry Expo will again take place this year at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College.  The scheduled date is Thursday, November 4 from 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm.  This is a wonderful networking and marketing opportunity for ALL businesses – ALL sizes.  We had about a dozen from this Chamber area participate last year and are looking for more for this year.  We’d be happy to provide the registration form if you call 371=5010 or email us at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

 

 Next Week:

 

The United Way Kick-Off luncheon will take place on Tuesday, August 17^th at the DuBois Country Club.

 

Touch A Truck Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 2^nd  in the parking lot of the DuBois Mall nearest the Hampton Inn.  Glenn O. Hawbaker and the Greater DuBois Chamber with support from DuBois Kiwanis Club offer children from the surrounding area the opportunity to see, hear, pretend to drive, etc. all types of vehicles from all businesses of our region.  Various businesses donate their time and vehicles to allow children to learn about vehicle and personal safety during this few hours of entertainment.  This is a FREE event – we simply ask if the kids can bring a can of food to share with others, it would be appreciated.  If your business would like to participate, dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

The Annual Summer Festival to benefit Caring and Sharing for Kids will take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday – August 20, 21,22 in the DuBois City Park.  Entertainment each day on the amphitheatre stage, food and games for the children and Chinese auction and raffles.

 

The Treasure Lake Ski Lodge will host the 2^nd Annual Treasure Lake Unity Day with a FREE Concert on Saturday, August 21^st with music beginning at 2 pm.  Music with The Rum Dums, The Ride, WEB SILDER from Nashville and Frostburg Lounge Lizards.  For further details, call 375-1806 or go online to www.treasurelakeskilodge.net.

 

First Step: Starting a Small Business – Workshop each month through December 2010 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.  All sessions will be held on Saturday mornings at the DuBois Hampton Inn from 8:30 – noon.  The dates of the workshops is: August 21 and the cost is $20 per person.  To register online:  www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call the SBDC toll free at 877-292-1843.

 

Have you checked out B.I.G.* yet?  B.I.G.* (Business Ideas Gone wild) is looking for the next great idea that could become the newest business success!  Visit www.thebigcompetition.ncentral.com for the complete rules and an application to be eligible for over $20,000 in prizes.  The B.I.G.* (*Business Ideas Gone wild) Competition is open to teams, businesses, or individuals, aged 18 and over, who reside in Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, or Potter county. 

 

 

Coming Soon:

 

Second Annual Penn State DuBois Athletics Golf Outing is Slated for August 28^th- The DuBois Athletic Fundraising committee is pleased to announce that the second annual golf scramble to benefit athletic programs will be held on Saturday, August 28^th at the DuBois Country Club.  This event is sponsored by the DuBois Educational Foundation with all proceeds directed to the seven varsity athletic teams at Penn State DuBois.  The event will be a four-person scramble with an 8:30am shotgun start.  Team entries are $240, with individual registration set at $60.  Your fee includes: green fee, cart, brown bag breakfast, lunch, on-course beverages, skill prizes, team awards.  We are seeking sponsors for this event – more information and a registration form can be attained by contacting Ken Nellis, Athletic Coordinator at 375-4857 or kcn3@xxxxxxx

 

Sunset at The Winery—Enjoy sights and sounds of summer in the picnic pavilion.  Ten dollars gets you a logo wine glass, wine discounts, and loads of fun.  Food is available while listening to live music.  We have increased the number of events to satisfy demand.  Mark your calendar for the following 2010 dates: Saturday, August 28^th – 7pm - Music by “Bad Hair Day”; Saturday, Sept. 4^th – 7pm - Music by “Gary Bickerstaff”; Saturday, Sept. 11^th – 7pm - Music by “The 2 of Us”.  For more information contact Laurel Mountain Winery.

 

We’re taking teams now for the Birdies to Bogies Ladies Golf Tournament to be held at Beechwoods Golf Course on Friday, September 10^th.  This is a great day of food, fun and friends – great prizes too!  The Signature Sponsor of the day is Helpmates, Inc. and the Event Sponsor is Farmers National Bank.

 

First Step: Starting a Small Business – Workshop each month through December 2010 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.  All sessions will be held on Saturday mornings at the DuBois Hampton Inn from 8:30 – noon.  The dates of the workshops are: September 18; October 16; November 13; and December 11, 2010.  The cost is $20 per person.  To register online:  www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call the SBDC toll free at 877-292-1843.

The North Central Gas Expo is being held on Thursday, October 14th at Clarion River Holdings Building in Ridgway, PA. Wednesday evening a networking dinner will be held for exhibitors and their guests. You can register for the event, get information and explore sponsorship,  exhibitor, and advertising opportunities on the expo's website at NorthCentralGasExpo.com .  The event will bring together the natural gas industry and local business entrepreneurs to explore the opportunities that are emerging out of the Marcellus natural gas play. The industry is raving about the quality and quantity of natural gas in Pennsylvania. Industry leaders are taking note and putting major resources into this region. Taking the opportunity to be part of expo in Ridgway, Pennsylvania is a must if you and your business is interested in becoming part of this emerging industry.  Registration is open! Sign-up today to reserve the best Expo Spots and mark your calendars now and join us for the North Central Gas Expo in Ridgway, Pennsylvania!

If you know of someone who would like to receive the Monday Morning Update, please have them email the Chamber at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

 

Have a Great Week!

Nancy Micks

 

 

Greater DuBois Chamber "Business Helping Business" Nancy J. Micks President/CEO Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development 3 S. Brady St., Suite 205 DuBois, PA 15801 dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.duboispachamber.com tel: fax: mobile: 814-371-5010 814-371-5005 814-541-7553

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