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 This Week:

 

Congratulations to the Greater DuBois Area for another successful Make-A-Wish campaign!  It’s wonderful to see people of all age helping others.

 

PACKAGES and more & RN Industries would like to thank everyone who contributed to November's POUND OUT HUNGER Campaign!  More than 150 lbs. of non-perishable food was collected and delivered to DuBois Ministerial Food Pantry!  This campaign was a HUGE success and will be an annual event to help the hungry in our community.

 

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!

 

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.  Call for details, 371-5010.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Two different calendars are available for purchase at the Chamber office: 

DuBois Area Historical Society has a unique calendar of area folks representing the year of 2012.  All were born or raised in the DuBois area and went on to success statewide, nationally or internationally.  You can’t beat this for only $5!

Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging has their photo-rich calendar available for $25, giving you the opportunity to win by matching the day’s lottery number.

 

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, Farmers National Bank. Helpmates, Inc., Linda Weis State Farm Insurance, Sunny 106/WCED Newstalk Radio 1420, Timberland Federal Credit Union, 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:             

 

Your business can be the Featured Member of the Month during 2012.  An article you present will be the lead article in the Chamber Chatter and on our website.  Along with your logo, you are highlighted throughout the month and also on our digital revolving window sign in the Visitor Center – this is 24/7 recognition.  All of this for only $175 – please call soon to hold your month!  Perhaps you’ll be celebrating an anniversary, renovating, having a grand re-opening, etc.  We’d like to help promote your ‘special month!’  email us at dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx to guarantee YOUR month.

NOW AVAILABLE:  Lumber Heritage Region, in partnership with DCNR and the Pennsylvania Wilds Planning Team, has funding available to support projects totaling $30,000 with a maximum award of $5,000 per application. The grant amount must be matched 100% with funds from other sources.  Funds must be expended by December 31, 2012.

This is an opportunity for non-profit organizations to apply for funding to preserve the heritage of our communities through partnerships that conserve resources, tell the stories and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.  Information packets and applications are available on their website at www.lumberheritage.org

“This project is financed in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnership Program, Environmental Stewardship Fund, under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.”

 

The Chamber wishes to remind investors that the invoicing for 2012 has been sent.  We shall continue to respond to the needs of our member businesses with your support and confidence in us.  We are always available to hear comments and/or concerns our members may have.  We are here to assist you in Success!

 

Do you ever have a need to have a small meeting room or private office to meet with clients?  The Greater DuBois Chamber has such a place for your use.  Contact us and we’ll hold the time- whether an hour, half day or all day - for your use.

 

Update Sponsor of the Month – we only have a few months left in 2012!   For only $50, your business will be the focal point of a month of Monday Morning Updates – call with questions to 371-5010, or email dacc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

        

 Next Week:

 

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.

 

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