The September Featured Member is Penn Central Door.

 

 

This Week:

 

Many thanks to the DuBois Hampton Inn for hosting the After Hours MIXER held last Wednesday, September 8^th.  This was another great event with delicious foods catered by Luigi’s Ristorante, beverages as provided and networking opportunities galore.  Again, thanks to owner Gregg Sheehan, Manager Jim Long and Sales and Marketing person Deb Maki! 

 

Also, thank you to all who participated in the Chamber’s Birdies to Bogies Ladies Golf Tournament!  Whether a player, sponsor, prize donor or volunteer, last Friday would not have been the success it was without your help. The Signature Sponsor of the day was Helpmates, Inc. and the Event Sponsor was Farmers National Bank.

 

We’re holding your Seat!  Call today about the DuBois Chamber and DuBois Business College accepting students in the Greater DuBois Leadership Institute for the 2010-2011 session.  The students learn about local, county and state government; tourism and industry; and visit with local entrepreneurs and corporate CEOs.  One session is held each month from September through May with graduation held in June.  This program is for those who are new to the area, those being moved into a new position in your company or those seeking knowledge about the area to become one of our next leaders.  Please contact the DuBois Chamber to register:  dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

The Dale Carnegie Course will again be offered to local high school students.  Financial assistance is being requested so the students do not have to personally pay for this exciting experience.  Classes begin soon.  If you and/or your company can provide financial help for this very worthwhile endeavor, please call Nancy Micks at 371-5010 – this will remain confidential information.

 

DuBois Kiwanis Club hosts Community Days at Hoss’s on Monday, September 13^th.  Twenty percent (20%) of the proceeds benefit the Kiwanis Smoke Alarm Fund – a working smoke alarm is provided to the family of every newborn at DRMC.  Support this life-Saving Project!

 

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) asks you to join them for their September 2010 meeting!  The meeting will be on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, at  The DuBois Diner  located at W. DuBois Avenue (across the street from Harley-Davidson.  Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. followed by a delicious buffet breakfast.  Our presentation will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude before 10:00 a.m. The topic for September’s meeting will be “Health Care Reform” with the Swift Kennedy Insurance Group as presenter.

The registration fee for this event is $10 for current members of our regional Chapter and $15 for non-Chapter members.  Everyone is welcome. To make your reservation, please contact Linda Kronenwetter at (814) 371-2821 or reply back to this e-mail or fax this form to 371-5264.  Reservations are requested and appreciated by September 10, 2010.  

If you are not a member and wish to attend and/or would like additional information about SHRM, please contact Michael Knobloch 814-653-8265, Ext 121.

 

There will be an informational meeting entitled “What you need to know before entering into a Marcellus Shale Gas Lease,” on September 15^th at 6:00 pm, Clearfield Knights of Columbus Hall.

 

City Tobacco & Lottery will host a Gentlemen’s Night on Saturday, September 17^th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at their location in the DuBois Area Plaza on the Beeline Highway.

Enjoy food and beverages, football and Cigars!

 

September 17 at 7PM - Simple Gifts, a music duo that plays a variety of international folk music — from lively Irish jigs and down-home Appalachian reels to hard-driving Klezmer Freilachs, haunting Gypsy melodies, and exotic Balkan dance tunes. The Reitz Theater. Call 375-4274 for reservations.

 

The Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk is Saturday, September 18th at Memorial Park in DuBois.  Registration begins at 9:30am and the walk starts at 10:30am.  For more information or to join a team, contact robin.hecker@xxxxxxx.

 

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 September 18 and cost is $20 per person.  To register online:  www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call the SBDC toll free at 877-292-1843.

 

 

Newly Added Today:

 

Hospital Avenue Project Update for Week of Sept. 13 – The following information is an update for PennDOT’s Hospital Avenue/Dixon Avenue realignment project in DuBois for the week of Sept. 13. All work is weather dependent.

• The contractor will be forming and placing concrete pavement on South Main Street between Grove Avenue and Dixon Avenue. This work will be in the lane that is currently closed and will not affect traffic. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained on South Main Street.
• The contractor will be seeding and mulching various locations on the project.
• The contractor will be saw-cutting Dixon Avenue. Flagger will be in place to direct traffic.
• Motorists are advised to watch for slow moving and stopped vehicles through the entire work zone. 

The overall project will re-align Hospital Avenue with Dixon Avenue.  Work includes roadway widening, new traffic signals, and improved access to DRMC. The job is scheduled to run through late November of this year.

 

I-80 Clearfield County Update for Week of Sept. 13 – PennDOT issues the following update for I-80 work in Clearfield County.  Motorists can expect the following activity the week of Sept. 13. All work is weather and schedule dependent. Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. of State College is the contractor on this $53 million project.

WESTBOUND:

·         The travel (right) lane will remain closed from mile-marker 115.5 to mile-marker 112.

·         Operations performed will be daytime paving, earthwork and guide rail upgrades.

EASTBOUND:

·         Starting September 13, the travel (right) lane will be closed from mile-marker 105.5 to mile-marker 113.

·         Operations performed will be earthwork and guide rail upgrades.

 

WELCOME MISS PENNSYLVANIA, COURTNEY THOMAS!  Snappy’s presents Pennsylvania’s Old Time ‘Fiddler’s Championship to be held on Sunday, October 3^rd at 2pm at the DuBois Area Middle School.  Our own Miss Pennsylvania, Courtney Thomas, will be attending this event and is sponsored by S & T Bank.  Although a FREE Admission event, the American Red Cross will benefit by selling T-shirts and Habitat for Humanity will benefit from food sales.  This is an exciting event enjoyed by hundreds.  For further information call 541-5238.

 

 KIDS IN BUSINESS WITH SUNNY 106 SAT, OCT 9^TH 11-2PM AT THE DUBOIS MALL: IF YOU HAVE A CHILD KINDERGARTEN THRU NINTH GRADE LISTEN UP! KIDS IN BUSINESS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE GOURMET KITCHEN AND PEG ARMANINI’S HEARING HEALTHCARE IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9^TH FROM 11-2PM AT THE DUBOIS MALL. KIDS GET THE OPPORTUNITY TO COME UP WITH A BUSINESS NAME AND SELL A PRODUCT WITH THEIR OWN TABLE AT THE DUBOIS MALL WITH PRIZES AWARDED TO THE TOP THREE BOOTHS IN EACH AGE GROUP. IN THE PAST, KIDS HAVE MADE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, DESIGNED JEWELRY AND SO MUCH MORE! FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER, LOG ON TO SUNNY106DOTFM.

 

Moderator Confirmed for Candidate Forum:  AARP and the Greater DuBois Chamber announce a Candidates Forum for Saturday morning, October 23^rd from 8:30am to noon.  The location will be the meeting room of Lakeside United Methodist Church at 420 First Street, beside Tannery Dam.  Registration, coffee and donuts begins at 8:30 am with questions at 9:00am.  First on the agenda will be the candidates for US Congress:  Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson will meet his challenger Michael Pipe.    Then, State Representative, Matt Gabler and his opponent Frank Straub will speak.  Mr. Jay Philippone, owner of Priority Communications will be the moderator for the event.  Questions will be prepared in advance – none will be taken from the audience.  If you have issues you feel need to be addressed by both or all candidates, please forward to the DuBois Chamber for inclusion.  The format will provide for timed responses and/or rebuttals to all questions.  Advance registration can be made by emailing the Chamber at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or calling 371-5010.

 

There will be a Mid-Day MIXER hosted by the DuBois Business College on Tuesday, October 26^th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the college campus on Beaver Drive.  The MIXER incorporates a FREE lunch and facility tour for all who attend.  You just can’t imagine how things have changed at DBC!  Join us for this great opportunity to thank and congratulate the DuBois Business College during their 125^th Anniversary!  Let us know you’ll be attending for preparation purposes, by emailing dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or calling the Chamber office at 371-5010.

Next Week:

The Friends of  the Library will present “My Uncle Charlie Did What?!!” Genealogical Resources at the DuBois Public Library. Former library director Leah Green will introduce participants to the hobby of genealogy, suggesting ways to begin exploring family history and featuring resources available at the library. The program will be presented on Monday September 20 from 10:30 until 11:30 A.M. and repeated from 7:00 until 8:00 P.M. in the library program room.  Pre-registration is requested and may be completed by contacting the library at 371-5930 by September 14.

 

Do we have your reservation yet?  Join the DuBois Area Jaycees for an After Hours MIXER and Silent Auction for Scholarships on Wednesday, September 22^nd beginning at 5:00 pm at Luigi’s Ristorante. Incorporated into this special MIXER will be the JC’s silent auction which will include an autographed Steeler’s football, Penguin’s jersey, catered dinner for 6 by Luigi’s, Longaberger basket, Lia Sophia jewelry, custom media design campaign, and much more!  Winners will be announced at 6:00 pm, so come by 5:00 and join the fun.  Reservations a must for this great event by calling the Chamber at 371-5010 or emailing dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

There will be a Business Over Breakfast on Thursday, September 23^rd at 7:30 am at the DuBois Country Club.  The topic will be the industrial perspective on the State and National legislative regulatory climate regarding the Marcellus Shale industry.  Speakers will include Chuck Allen, Penn State Cooperative Extension, David Spigelmyer, Vice-{resident for Governmental Relations of Chesapeake Energy, an Roger Lays, District Manager for Baker-Hughes.  (Please note a change of location for this meeting due to the number of people attending.)  To make your reservation, email us at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx .

 

BonWorth in the DuBois Mall announces their Customer Appreciation Day for Saturday, September 25^th.  There will be refreshments, gift certificate drawing and 10% off regular priced merchandise!

 

E-Club Central (Entrepreneurs Club) invites everyone to their Club MIXER and next meeting on Wednesday, September 29^th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Best Western Inn in DuBois. 

Any attendee may offer a 2 minute ‘elevator pitch’ highlighting these questions: 1. What about your business keeps you awake at night? 2. What opportunities excite you about your business?  3. What topics are you interested in learning more about?  Enjoy a light ‘dinner’ catered by Luigi’s Ristorante.  Although this is a FREE event, registration is required.  Please call the Clarion SBDC toll free at 877-292-1843 or the Greater DuBois Chamber at 371-5010.

 

WINE-EE WOMEN - you’re invited to our next meeting  September 29^th from 7 – 9 p.m.at DuBois Harley Shop (upstairs).  September Theme:  “Camo /Redneck Night” with a Presentation by: By the Room Furniture. Food provided by Rita’s Catering for $10: Stuffed cabbage, scalloped potatoes, baked beans and garden salad. RSVP by September 28^th at 11am to 375-6885 or e-mail news@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

 

Coming Soon:

 

Zappia Multimedia Films Wedding and Commercial Videos and Transfers 8mm film, photos, slides, and videotape to DVD.  They now can Transfer 35mm Negatives to CD or DVD!

For More Information, Please Call (814) 371-4901.

 

All About A Party & Costumes will be holding a costume contest and will co-sponsor the Annual Red Cross Blood Drive with Sunny106.  Stay tuned for more details regarding all of the “Ghoulish” activities, other Mall Merchant’s Scare Fair events and a great day of fun at the DuBois Mall!  This event will be held on Saturday, October 2^nd in conjunction with the Annual Touch A Truck Day sponsored by Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. and The Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce.

 

Can You Bring a Vehicle to Touch A Truck Day?  This special event for children 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.

 

2010 Corn Maze from October 2^nd to October 31^st in Glen Richey, PA-six miles South of Clearfield.  Saturdays from 6pm to 11pm; Sundays from 12 noon to 4pm.  Hayrides and pony rides available on Sunday only.  For further information, contact Tracie and Bob Lytle-590-9146 orlytles_farm@xxxxxxxxx.

 

The final Downtown Block Party for the season is scheduled for Friday Oct. 8^th from 5-8pm - Fall into DuBois; Fire trucks will be on display (Firemen's Week), food of the season, bobbing for apples, Farmer's Market, Polka Band and demo, live band TBA! This Block Party is the last in the series and kicks off a whole weekend of downtown business shopping specials, sidewalk sales and other promotions.

 

The Free Medical Clinic Annual Dinner Fashion Show is Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at the Lakeview Lodge in Treasure Lake.  5:30pm-Basket raffles …  Cash bar; Dinner is at 6:30pm; and the Fashion Show is at 7:30pm.  Tickets are$30.00 each and are available at Jack’s 375-2200; Catherine’s Cache 375-2113; JoAnn Zartman 371-5295; Free Medical Clinic 372-2200.

 

Haven House Shelter will present their annual fundraiser “Performing Hearts” at the DuBois Are Middle School on Friday, October 8^th at 7pm.  This is an important event in the efforts to allow the shelter to provide help and assistance to the thousands who have used the facility.  Tickets are $12 and available at the Greater DuBois Chamber, Rosie’s Book Shoppe, or S&T Bank on the Boulevard.

 

Fugly Sports is an up and coming sports apparel company here in the DuBois area.  (www.fuglysportsgear.com) They are hosting their Second Annual Fugly Stick Golf Tournament on Saturday, October 9^th at the Hemlock View Golf Course near Punxsy.  To find out more about the event, please call 814-541-1227.

 

Plans Underway for 15^th Annual Charity Auction - The 2010 Auction Committee is collecting donations and sponsorships for the upcoming 15^th Annual Anne S. Thacik Charity Auction. This year’s auction will be held on Wednesday evening, October 13^th, at the Knights of Columbus in Clearfield, PA.  For more information on the auction or the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging, Inc, please visit www.ccaaa.net or call (814) 765-2696.  Programs and services of the Agency are funded in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging Inc, Mature Resources Foundation, and local and consumer contributions.

The North Central Gas Expo is being held on Thursday, October 14th at Clearview St. Marys, LP, located next to Tractor Supply in St. Marys. 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 St. Marys, Pennsylvania!

It’s that time again! Time to mark your calendar for the ACS Grocer’s Fight Cancer Day!  This year’s date is Friday,  October 15^th from 10am till 6pm and held at Fezell’s Shop-n-Save.

If you or someone from your business would want to volunteer an hour that day, please contact Diane Milliron by emailing diane.milliron@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx .

 

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: 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.

 

Business Workshops beginning in October:  The second Tuesday of each month, there will be a FREE workshop entitled Business Basics-this is for existing and start-up businesses.  Then October 19^th will go Beyond the Basics with a workshop entitled Writing a Better Business Plan, and November 16^th is a workshop Marketing/Advertising.  Register online by going to the Score (Counselors to America’s Small Business) website www.scorecpa.org.

 

Get your registration form now for 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.

 

PA Wilds is “Cashing-In on Geocaching”- There will be a conference for people interested in this high tech scavenger hunt that explores the connection between tourism, technology and nature.  The conference begins with registration at 9:30 am at the Emporium Country Club on Friday, November 5, 2010.  The $20 fee includes continental breakfast and lunch.  RSVP on or before October 27^th to Val Shelley at 814-486-0213 or vshelley@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

 

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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