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Monday Morning Update Sponsor for November:  Brady Street Florist - We Create What Others Have Yet to Imagine! 
We are a local florist proudly serving the area s ince 1985 with a lovely variety of fresh flowers and creative gift ideas to suit any style or budget.   Owned and operated by Jennifer Jackson, Brady Street Florist recently purchased the former post office building in downtown  DuBois and did a complete restoration, returning the building to its former glory and standing in the community.   We pride ourselves on service, value and creativity.  You may call us to place orders directly at (814) 371-0360 or 1-800-203-0360. It is our pleasure to assist you with any local, as well as worldwide deliveries and remember that corporate accounts are  always welcome. For your convenience, we offer daily floral delivery to local funeral homes and hospitals.

This Week:

Northwest Industrial Resource Center presents: Lean for the Office – Not Just for Manufacturing - Thursday November 3^rd, Community Education Council, 4 Erie Avenue, St. Marys, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  PAPERWORK!!! Bogged down by routing slips, filing, documentation and orders? Do you find yourself saying “it’ s easier just to do it myself than to explain to someone how to do it?” Lean manufacturing has inspired virtually every manufacturer around the world to reduce waste and achieve high quality and increased profits. But Lean concepts can be applied beyond manufacturing, especially within the office. It's been said that improving transactional processes can lead to a 400% improvement for an organization. This means that law firms, human service organizations, human resources directors of large employers, public agencies, and most businesses with significant amounts of client paperwork can improve customer service, improve productivity, save time, and reduce cost. Manufacturers will also benefit from this class by learning how to use lean for the Office to organize scheduling, improve lead time, document quality, safety and more.  Learn through instruction and simulation how to apply Lean concepts to an office environment to reduce cycle times, reduce was te and improve your profitability.  Instructor: Megan Burns, Managing Director - Operations Strategy Consulting. Cost: $295. Call Joann Lyons at NWIRC at 814-456-6299 to register.

2011 Central PA Regional Business & Industry Expo is scheduled at the Bryce Jordan Center, November 3, 2011, from 1:30 – 6:30 pm.  This is the premier event in Central PA for showcasing member’ products and services.  The Greater DuBois Chamber is once again partnering and participating in this important showcase of businesses. 

Haven House Shelter will benefit from the proceeds of their annual fundraiser Performing Hearts which will be held this Friday, November 4^th at the DuBois Area Middle School.

You will not only be dazzled by the local talent and performances, you will be helping an organization whose goal is helping others recover and move forward.  Tickets are available at Catherine’s Cache and Rosie’s Book Store.

The Greater DuBois Chamber NOW has tickets for the 4^th Annual Murder Mystery Dinner The ater sponsored by Clearfield-Jefferson Drug Free Communities Coalition will take place Saturday, November 5^th at the DuBois Country Club.  Dinner and show begin at 6:00 pm.  The production “Sleigh Bells Over Broadway,” dinner, dessert, and coffee (tea) is included in the ticket price of $40 per person.  Tickets available by calling 371-9002 or contacting the Greater DuBois Chamber at 371-5010 or by emailing – dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.  

On Sunday morning, November 6th, the DuBois Country Club will be hosting its 2nd Annual Turkey Golf Open.  Last year's event raised almost $1300 for a local charity and we'd like to do be tter this year.  The benefactor of this year's tournament will be the DuBois Area Food Bank.  The cost to enter is $40 of which $20 will be go directly to the Food Bank.  Your entry fee will also include 18 holes of golf with cart, prize fund, and brunch following golf.  You can sign up in foursomes or as individuals.  There are no handicap restrictions for the tournament.  The event is limited to the first 18 registered teams.  For those who cannot participate in the event, we'll be happy to accept your monetary and/or non-perishable food donations at our golf shop on the day of the event.  For more information, please visit our website www.duboiscountryclub.com, our Facebook page, or call us at 814-371-3581 to register.

Newly Added Today:             

PACKAGES and more and RN Industries is sponsoring a ‘POUND OUT HUNGER’ campaign during the month of November.  The more you donate – the less you pay!  For every pound of donated food you bring into PACKAGES and more during November, that weight will be deducted from your package (saving you $$).  For example - Bring in 5 pounds of donated foo d, we’ll take 5 pounds off your shipping weight.  All non-perishable foods will be donated to the DuBois Food Pantry!  Co-sponsors include KTH Architects and the Downtown DuBois Revitalization Group.

DCC’s Class of 2012 proudly presents PLAY ON by Rick Abbott on November 3, 4, 5 on the school’s stage.  Each night’s performance begins at 7:30 p.m.   The play is a Farcical Comedy Romp ... with lots of twists and lots of laughs!  Cost: $6.00 for adults; $5.00 for students/seniors. (Play produced by Special Arrangement with Samuel French Inc., NY)

The Enrollment Comm ittee of DuBois Central Catholic will host the school’s annual INFORMATION NIGHT on Sunday, November 6, starting at 6 p.m.  This open house is for students and their families interested in learning more about Central Catholic Middle School and High School.   Applications for the 2012-2013 school year will be accepted this evening.

Separate activities are planned for adults and visiting students.   Call 371-3060, ext. 606 for details.  This annual open house officially begins the Enrollment Campaign for next school year.   The Enrollment Committee is made up of current parents, alumni, and school personnel who coordinate this event each November.

State Repre sentative Matt Gabler is holding a “Truck Drivers' Town Hall Meeting” on Wednesday, Nov. 9^th, at 7 p.m. at DuBois Area High School Cafeteria.  Because his office has recently received many inquiries about new US Dept of Transportation regulations, Rep Gabler is inviting all truckers and trucking business owners to this event.  Participating in the presentation will be Tim Cotter, a Federal DOT expert, who will be explaining the process of applying for a DOT number and when it is necessary to apply for these DOT numbers.  We will have a representative from the Pennsylvania State Police who is involved in motor carrier enforcement.  Mike Glazer, field representative specializing in DOT issues, for Congressman “GT” Thompson will be available to assist and answer questions.

The 2nd Annual Grand Gala will be held at DuBois Central Catholic on Saturday, November 12. The event opens with Mass in the school’s auditorium at 5 p.m., followed by light hors d'oeuvres and dinner. The evening's music will be provided by Lee Alverson...A sound to remember, a voice you won't forget! Also planned is a Tech 21 Presentation, auction, and Grand Prize drawing for A Caribbean Get-Away. Cost: $30.00 per person; Grand Prize drawing ticket is $50.00 and you need not be present to win.  All proceeds will benefit the TECH 21 INITIATIVE. Call the Major Gifts Office at 372-3882 for reservation information and further details on this event. 

The North Central PA Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), Helpmates Inc., Swift Kennedy, O-I, Guardian Elder Care, Atlas Pressed Metals, the Chamber of Commerce of Clearfield and the Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce will hold a benefit buffet for the Toys for Tots program at the DuBois Country Club on Monday, November 14th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. The price of admission will be a new, unwrapped toy or a $15 donation made payable to SHRM. The gift or monetary donation will earn the donor a buffet meal at the restaurant.  Toys fo r Tots is a great opportunity to help children in our area. This event is also a great opportunity for networking with fellow employers in the area.  Please plan on attending this event which will benefit local children. Toys for Tots is sponsored by the United State Marine Corp.  For reservations, call 814-577-5035

Wine-ee Women at Penn State DuBois!  Wednesday, November 16^th from 7-9pm, the Winery at Wilcox and Penn State DuBois will host 20’s Flapper Night & Pink Penn State Ladies Night. Also included are Pat Winger with SendOutCards; Carol Jones, Miche Bags; Sharie’s Unit, Mary Kay Cosmetics; and more.  Luigi’s providing fruit & antipasta skewers, m ini meatballs and Italian stuffed dough with cupcake by Swe et Art - $5 per person.  RSVP by November 11^th to 375-6885 or news@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

The Jefferson County/DuBois Employer Consortium, along with Mr. Mark Harmon, OSHA Representative, will be hosting an OSHA seminar on November 18^th from 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. at the DEF Building, room 202, at the Penn State DuBois Campus. The seminar is free to area businesses. If interested in attending, please contact Teresa Neal from the Jefferson County CareerLink at tsteele@xxxxxxxxxxxx or Sue Galbraith from the Clearfield County CareerLink at DuB ois at sgalbraith@xxxxxxxxxxxx.

Next Week:

2011 Basket Raffle at the DuBois Public Library - The Friends of the DuBois Public Library will hold a basket raffle during the  month  of November. Gift baskets will be on display at the library beginning November 7.  Tickets will be available for $1.00 each beginning November 9, and winners will be announced at 2:00 P.M. on   Friday, Nove mber 18. Proceeds of this event will benefit the DuBois Public Library.  Anyone who would like to participate in the event is asked to create a gift basket which includes a book and various items related to the subject of the book. It is also helpful to include a list of those items. For ideas, see an example on display at the library.  Gift basket donations may be dropped off at the library on Saturday, November 5 or Monday morning, November 7.  

My Aunt Ethel Did What?!!!  Genealogical  Resources at the DuBois Public Library - The Friends of the Library will present My Aunt Ethel Did What?!!! Genealogical Resources at the DuBois Public Library on Monday,  November 7 from 10:30 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. and repeat it from 6:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. in the DPL program room.  Leah Green, former library director, will again help participants explore their families' histories using  genealogical resources available at the library.  Anyone who is interested in learning a variety of ways to begin or continue research is invited to attend. Pre-registration is requested and may be completed by contacting the library at 371-5930 by October 31.

Marcellus Shale Forum:  Opportunities and Answers for Pennsylvanians- On Tuesday, November 8^th from 7:30am-9am, the PA Chamber Educational Foundation and the Greater DuBois Chamber invite you to attend a presentation focusing on facts rega rding Marcellus Shale drilling and the industry’s impact on PA.  The panel will feature Rayola Dougher, Sr. Economic Advisor for the American Petroleum Institute; Louis D’Amico, President of the PA Independent Oil & Gas Association; and Kirk Elkin, Mineral Resources Specialist at PA DEP; Gene Barr, President PA Chamber of Business & Industry; et. al.  Although a FREE event with a complimentary continental breakfast, registration is necessary by emailing dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or by  phoning the Chamber office at 371-5010.  Please identify as the Marcellus Shale Forum for November 8^th.

Exit Planning: Five Ways to Successfully Exit Your Business (and how to do each one right!) Presented by Northwest Industrial Resource Center and Decision Associates, and Schaffer, Knight, Minnaugh.  Wednesday, November 9, Noon luncheon with seminar from 1:00 – 5:00 pm - Cost: $149: DuBois Diner, 150 West DuBois Avenue, DuBois. Decision Associates, in partnership with Schaffner, Knight, Minnaugh, will also be available for discussion after the events.  To register, contact the NWIRC at 814-456-6299 x100 or register online at www.NWIRC.org/events

The Inn at Narrows Creek announces their Christmas Open House for November 10 - 12, Thursday through Saturday, from 10am – 5pm.  Stop by and see the wonderful gift selections for your holiday pleasure.  

Nov. 12 – The Fifth Annual DuBois Area Historical Society luncheon, noon at the DuBois Diner, featuring guest speaker, John Shenkle as he presents “Sky Soldiers:  Veterans of Air Combat”.  Reservations for the luncheon are due by November 2.  The cost of the luncheon is $13.50. The hot sandwich buffet includes:  pot roast, mashed potatoes and gravy, tossed salad, beverages, and dessert.  Reservations can be made by sending a check payable to the DuBois Area Historical Society, P.O. Box 401, DuBois, Pa. 15801, telephone (814) 371-9006.

Treasure Lake Craft Show - November 12^th from 10am – 4pm. Lakeview Lodge.  Vendors wanted! Space is allocated on a first come first served basis. You may make a request and we will do the best we can to accommodate you. The doors will be open @ 9:00am for vendors to come set up displays. No refunds will be given after October 27^th.  Registration forms at TLPOA Office. For more information, please call TLPOA Administration Office at 814-371-0711 ext. 100, or the TLPOA Recreation Office at 814-371-0711 ext. 106.

Lakeview Lodge & Conference Center - Tis the Season! Christmas is right around the corner! Book your Christmas Parties with us at the Lakeview Lodge & Conference Center. Dates are filling up fast! To book your date with us, please call the Lakeview Lodge & Conference Center at 814-913-1430, or Events Coordinator Office at 814-371-0711 extension 106.

Holiday Wreath Making Class will be hosted by DRMC’s Dept. of Development on November 13 at 1:00pm – DuBois Country Club.  The ticket price of $50 includes lunch, non-alcoholic beverage, wreath and basic ornaments-if you have own decorations, please bring.  Fo r reservations and / or tickets, please call 375-1112.

Coming Soon:

 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 busine ss 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 November 19 and December 10.  To register online www.web.clarion.edu/sbdc/training or call toll free at 877-292-1843.

The DuBois Area Jaycees will be holding their annual lottery drawing on Saturday, November 19^th – tickets for this great evening of fun and friends are only $30 per person.  Contact any JC for tickets.

The DRMC Holiday Ball for 2011 will be held Saturday, November 19^th at the Lakeview Lodge, Treasure Lake.  For ticket information call the Chamber at 371-5010.

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. 

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!

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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