[vip_committees] Fwd: Monday Morning Update

Krentzman and Son is the Update Sponsor for April – Joe Krentzman & Son is a full s ervice scrap company. We provide container service and scrap solutions to industry and the general public and process scrap in our three central-Pennsylvania locations. We also sell various grades of new and secondary steel structural, tubular and plate / sheet products. We will at all times be known for our professionalism and for the quality and care with which we deliver our service.  Joe Krentzman & Son is located at 655 DuBois Street
in DuBois, PA 15801- “Formerly H. Shakespeare & Sons”

This Week:

ALL THE WORLD IS A SALAD BAR - The Friends of the Library are presenting their annual spring gardening program, “All the World is a Salad Bar” on April 5 beginning at 6:30 P.M. in the program room of the DuBois Public Library. From 6:30 until 7:15 Carey Huber, Environmental Education Specialist at Parker Dam, will identify and discuss edible plants common to our area. Then, from 7:30 to 8:00, John Bojalad, DuBois Area Middle School Special Education teacher, will talk about  setting up a greenhouse.  Several gardening books will be awarded as door prizes.

An Energy Exhibit with information on all forms of energy will make a stop at Penn State DuBois on Wednesday, April 6^th from 5-8pm.  This exhibit will help educate students and residents about Marcellus Shale and other energy interests of the area.  For more information, contact Jeannine Hanes at 375-4836.

DuBois Community Meeting to discuss – WPSU presenting OUR TOWN DUBOIS.  On Wednesday, April 6^th at 7:00pm at the DuBois Business College the “Our Town” process will be explained.  They will be looking for film segments, still photos and videos along with story ideas about what is unique in our 15801 area.  Be thinking about some of the ‘specials’ that makes our area so great.  For further information go online to http://wpsu.org/ourtown or contact the Chamber at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabiliation Center will hold their Spring Senior Expo on Friday April 8th form 10a to 3pm at Lock Haven Clearfield to provide information on insurance, community programs, support groups, and so much more.  The theme of the day is helping people "Fit the Pieces Together In Their Community".  Lunch is provided and there is no cost for this educational day.  Please call 765-7545 for additional information.

The Autism Awareness Fair will be held at the DuBois Mall on Saturday, April 9^th from 11-3pm.

MURRAYS FORD-HONDA-FREIGHTLINER presents the CUB SCOUTS REGIONAL PINEWOOD DERBY COMPETITION FINAL EVENT  Saturday, April 9^th at the DuBois Mall (Sear’s entrance).  Up to 400 cub scouts from the surrounding four county areas will compete for trophies and prizes.  As the Event Sponsor, MURRAYS will provide: special certificate of participation to all entrants; all families of entries will receive a $100 vehicle purchase voucher, with the final 15 semi-finalist  families receiving a $400 MURRAYS PURCHASE VOUCHER GOOD TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF ANY PRE-OWNED VEHICLE AT MURRAYS; MURRAYS will provide staff event shirts for all troop leaders attending; and the following special awards: All scouts that have “MURRAYS” written somewhere on their cars will be entered into a special dr awing at the end of the competition (DuBois Chamber of Commerce gift certificates – 1^st place $100; 2^nd place $75; 3^rd place $50)

THE FINAL THREE WINNERS WILL EACH RECEIVE A $100 CHAMBER GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM MURRAYS FORD-HONDA-FREIGHTLINER!

Newly Added Today:

April 1st is when the Wine-ee Women Membership cards will be available, for right now just at the Winery at Wilcox DuBois Mall location. They are $10 and good for 1 year and you will receive 20% off when you show your card at any location.  Wine-Tini at the DuBois Mall location is April 5th from 6-7:30pm. $5 for a specialty wine drink, logo glass and door prizes!  The next Wine-ee Women will be April 27^th from 7-9 pm at DuBois Harley-Davidson, with Pirates as the theme.  Reserve at news@winery@wilcox.net

The DuBois Area Historical Society will resume its regular summer hours of operation beginning Tuesday, A pril 5. The Society’s regular summer hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April through November.  Visitors can make appointments for genealogical research and/or group tours at other times by calling (814) 371-9006 during the open hours to arrange a time.

First United Presbyterian Church of DuBois is hosting a Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, April 9, from 9 am – 3 pm at the church.  Knitted and sewn items, ceramic pottery, wreaths, candles, birdhouses, baked goods, and more will be for sale.  The fair is sponsored by the church’s Board of Deacons and all p roceeds will be placed in their mission fund to support local non-profits and provide assistance to families in need.  Check out beautiful spring décor and enjoy some yummy home-baked items, too!  For more information, contact the church office, at 814-371-9580.

Wednesday, April 13th at 7pm - Celebrate National Poetry Month at Stew’s Brew Coffeehouse! Expand your literary horizons. Novice and experienced poets share the space. Feel free to bring works to share, your own or from another author! Sponsored by the DuBois Area Council on the Arts, with Jack Day hosting.  Stew's Brew also hosts an Open Mike N ight every Friday from 7 - 9pm.  New talent is always welcome and encouraged!  503-8433 or coffee@xxxxxxxxxxxxx.  Check us out on facebook too.

Taxpayers United for Representation Now announces the Jefferson County Commissioners Candidates Forum on Tuesday, May 3, 6:30 PM .  All Commissioner Candidates are invited to participate. There are several co-sponsors for the event which will be held in the Main Courtroom, Brookville. www.turnpa.com

The DuBois Area Historical Society will host the May 19^th  – Third Annual Spring Walk, during which Anne Young and students of DuBois Area High School’s Pupil Enrichment Program will unveiling their downtown DuBois walking tour; leaving from E. D. Reitz Museum, 11 a.m.  This is rescheduled from April 23.

The 6^th Annual First Bash of Summer Carnival sponsored by the American Red Cross, DuBois chapter, will be in the DuBois City Memorial Park J une 1-June 4. The Carnival is open Wednesday through Friday 6 pm to 10 pm and Sat 3 pm.

Next Week:

The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) will host their next meeting on Tuesday, April 12^th at the DuBois Diner.  After breakfast at 8 am, guest speaker for the morning will be a representative from Senator Joe Scarnati’s office – Mr. Larry Persing.  For reservations, contact Mike Knobloch at mjknobloch@xxxxxxxxxxx

LA Nails, the Chamber’s newest member, had a ribbon cutting and grand opening this past week.  They want all to be aware of their opening special - 20% off until April 16^th.  They are located at 22 Hoover Avenue, next to Martins.

Coming Soon:

Joint Education Program- Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabiliation Center will hold a joint education program free of charge the 1st Thursday of every month at 2pm for the general public. Individuals cons idering joint replacement, those who may be scheduled for surgery or family members who are caring for someone in need of joint replacement, are all welcome to attend.  For additional information, please call Kelly at 765-7545

Alzheimer’s Support Group- Mountain Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Clearfield, In conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association, will hold a monthly support group at their facility the 2nd Thurs. of every month at 2pm.  the program is open to the public and there is no fee.  For additional information, please call Gloria or Kelly at 765-7545.

First Step: Starting a Small Busine ss – Workshop each month January 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 Hampton Inn from 8:30–noon.  The dates of the workshops are April 23, May 21, June 25..  The cost is $20 per person.  To register online www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call toll free at 877-292-1843.

Programs at Cook Forest State Park - Saturday, April 23 at 930am - ‘Brew and Birding: Birding Cook Forest’ - Please bring your binoculars and coffee mugs to the Park Office to start the day off with a morning interpretive hike listening for warblers, thrushes, and goshawks in one of the Northeastern United States most magnificent old growth forests.  We’ll then car-pool to birding hotspots along the Clarion River.  This is an excellent opportunity to learn how to  identify forest birds by ear.  Bald eagles and osprey have been known to make an appearance. 

GRAND OPENING: SPECIAL MIXER AND RIBBON CUTTING for Brady Street Florist on Friday, April 29^th from 4:00 0- 8:00 PM.  Celebrate their new location – across the street – at 44 North Brady Street.  Email your intended attendance to dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

Spring Clean-Up for the entire DuBois area will take place on Saturday, April 30^th.  Get your group together and join in this community event.  For further information, contact Karen at Downtown DuBois Revitalization office, 371-3064 – FREE LUNCH to all who pre-register!

DuBois Area Council of the Arts in collaboration with the Downtown DuBois Revitalization Group announces the first Downtown DuBois Art-Walk 2011 scheduled from April 30^th to May 6^th, 2011. Art walk is designed to showcase and celebrate the work of local artists and craftsmen as well as to bring the community in the downtown area.  Art work will be hosted by the businesses in downtown area.  Community members will take the Art Walk walking into businesses and shops located along the Brady Street and West Long Avenue corridors visiting the host businesses and their guest artists. Art Walk opens with an invitation to Meet the Artists on Saturday, April 30 from 1-4pm.  Here the visitors can visit the merchants and also meet and greet the artists showing their work.  Art Walk will be open to visitors throughout the week during normal business hours and will end on May 6^th 2 011.  All art work will be for sale if you choose to take a piece home.  Full Art-Walk map and event details to follow.  Details will also be available at  http://www.dacota.us/ 

So save the date!  Plan to bring the family and enjoy the local flavor through art, artists, and shopping!

PASSAGES, Inc 'Funny Fundraiser' - Headliner David Kaye has appeared on ABC and Comedy Central. He and his fellow comedians will provide an evening of fun and laughter.

Date: May 14, 2011 at the Travelodge in Brookville, PA.  Doors Open - 6:30pm, with the show time - 8:00pm.  Ticket price: $20 ea or 2/$35; Silent auction and 50/50 raffle.  Ticket price includes snacks and light refreshments - * Alcoholic drinks may be purchased at the lounge and brought to the fundraiser if desired. NO outside alcoholic beverages permitted to be brought into fundraiser per Travelodge rules.  Overnight packages available at discounted prices. Limited availability, early reservations encouraged.  Tickets may be purchased at: Bob's Army & Navy Store - Downtown Clearfield - 765-4652; Sage Meadows - Downtown Clarion - 226-5203; DuBois Harley Davidson - DuBois - 371-5750; Dougherty Real Estate - Downtown New Bethlehem - 275-2750; King's Korral - Rt. 28, Mayport - 365-5548; Caterina's - Downtown Punxsutawney - 938-8781; Travelodge and Means-Lauf Super Drug - Downtown Brookville - 849-7504; PASSAGES offices, Clarion, Brookville, DuBois 226-7273

The North Central Communities Conference will continue its overwhelming success from last year’s event by meeting at Penn State DuBois on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 from 9am to 3:30pm.  The day-long workshops will run in four separate tracks, such as Improving Communities; Developing Workforce; Municipal Training; and GIS/Computer Training.  Register online at www.ncentral.com before no later than May 6^th – registration fee is $5.00 per person

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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