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SMALL BUSINESS THINK TANK TO BE HELD AT
WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
When:Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Time: 5:30PM-7:30PM
Where: Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce
The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce has
rescheduled its February Small Business Think Tank, which
was originally scheduled February 2nd but canceled due to
inclement weather. The meeting will take place Tuesday,
February 24th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Watkins Glen
Area Chamber of Commerce. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
A nominal fee of $5 per person and a quick phone call to
reserve your spot is all that is required to attend. Dinner
includes chili and salad. Please contact Membership Services
Manager Meredith Williams at 607-535-4300 or
Meredith@watkinsglenchamber.com to RSVP.
CHAMBER BUSINESS ACADEMY FEBRUARY SESSION
ACCOUNTING: FINANCIAL BUSINESS PLAN
The Chamber Business Academy is the latest addition to the
Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce's slate of
educational offerings. The academy is led by Jennifer Romeo
of Premier Partner NY. Romeo has been an entrepreneur
since 2002. Jennifer is nationally recognized as a business
instructor, speaker, and trainer. She has over 10 years of
experience in accounting, marketing, advertising, and
human resource management. The academy meets monthly
and focuses on a different educational topic during each
two-hour session. The February topic is Financial Business
Plan and this session is a must attend for every small
business.
When: Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Time: Registration at 2:30pm, Academy in session 3pm to
5pm
brief tutorial, 607
535-4300.
STAY CONNECTED
Where: Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce
(214 Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY)
Payment and advance reservations are required to
participate. Call Katie at the Chamber (607-535-4300) or
stop by to book your spot today! Please CLICK HERE to view
the registration form...
FORWARD TO A
FRIEND
OPPORTUNITY FOR PROFESSIONAL HEAD SHOT
OFFERED BY WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Do you need a professional headshot for business purposes? The Watkins Glen Area
Chamber of Commerce will provide this exclusive opportunity to members at the end of this
month.
When: Friday, February 27, 2015 Time: 9 AM - 2 PM (time slots will be every 10 minutes)
Where: Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce (214 Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY)
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
We are providing everything you need to put your best image forward! Payment and
advance reservations are required to participate. Call Cassie at the Chamber (607-5354300) or stop by to book your spot today!
WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
LAUNCHES BLOG
We would like to announce the newsiest addition to our marketing efforts The Watkins Glen
Area Chamber of Commerce Blog. Our blog will have information, stories, insider tips, and
more with those who know and love Watkins Glen and Schuyler County - and those who
want to get to know it better! Right now the plan is to post once or twice a month - we
don't want to inundate you or overdo it. But of course, as things start to move along, we
may share more often. Chamber President & CEO Rebekah LaMoreaux may also post on
occasion, so be on the lookout for her here as well. Do you have an idea for a post?
Questions about something we share? I'm only an email or phone call away and I
encourage you to reach out! My email is brittany@watkinsglenchamber.com and my
telephone number is 607-535-4300. Please CLICK HERE to view the Watkins Glen Area
Chamber of Commerce Blog...
FLXOPOLY GAMES ARE HERE!
FLXOPOLY games are now available! They can be
purchased for $26.00 plus tax, if reselling a ST-120 form
is needed. We ask that you do not sell them for greater
than $35.00 each. This could be a great little money
maker for your business! The games are available
anytime the Chamber is open.
CLICK HERE to get yours today!
In our latest edition of The Portal, we
miscaptioned a photo. We'd like to
issue a correction and a sincere
apology! The photo was taken at the
ribbon cutting for Odessa Wines &
Spirits and included Ken Wilson,
Chamber President & CEO Rebekah
LaMoreaux, Odessa Mayor Keith Pierce,
Alyssa & Bob Wixson (and their son
Andre), and Dave Sidle. Our sincerest
apologies to Mayor Pierce.
Ken Wilson, Rebekah LaMoreaux, Odessa Mayor
Keith Pierce, Alyssa Wixson, Bob Wixson, and
Dave Sidle at the Ribbon Cutting for Odessa Wines
& Spirits on January 9th
MEMBER NEWS
ANTIQUE REVIVAL
ANNUAL CHARITY APPRAISAl EVENT LOCAL "ANTIQUES ROADSHOW" TO BENEFIT
THE FOOD BANK OF THE SOUTHERN TIER
Antique Revival invites the public to our annual "Antiques Roadshow"-themed Charity
Appraisal event on March 8, 2015 at Antique Revival, 26 Palmer Road N Big Flats NY 14814
from 1-4pm. We ask for a suggested donation of $5 per item and there is a limit of 2 items
per person. All donations go directly to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. Please CLICK
HERE to read more...
ART OF LIKABILITY
3 WAYS TO BECOME MORE LIKABLE (THAT YOUR COMPETITORS DON'T KNOW
ABOUT)
Let's assume you have a great product or service. Let's assume you have a price that fits
your market. Let's assume you solve a major problem for people. Sounds like a great group
of ingredients for a successful business, right? Not necessarily. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF SCHUYLER COUNTY
SEEKS CARING ADVOCATES FOR NURSING HOME RESIDENTS
Catholic Charities of Schuyler County is seeking committed, caring volunteers for the New
York State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program currently serving Chemung, Schuyler and
Tioga Counties. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SCHUYLER COUNTY
4-H FLL AND FTC ROBOTICS OPEN HOUSE
Recruiting for 4-H First Lego League (ages8-14) and First Tech Challenge9ages 14-19)
teams Date Thursday February 26th 6-8 PM Snow Date March 4th 6-8PM Meeting room 120
of the Human Services Complex, 323 Montour Falls NY 14865 Come see robotics
demonstrations, 3-D printer in action and register for the teams. Please CLICK HERE to
read more...
CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF STEUBEN AND SCHUYLER COUNTIES
FINGER LAKES HOPS GROWERS DISCUSSION GROUP
The craft brewing industry is growing daily and the NYS Farm Brewery law is bolstering a
fledging hops growers. To support the new hops farmers in the Finger Lakes area, Cornell
Cooperative Extension of Steuben and Schuyler Counties is coordinating the formation of a
hops grower's discussion group. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF STEUBEN AND SCHUYLER COUNTIES
UPCOMING EVENTS IN AGRICULTURE, NATURAL RESOURCE AND HORTICULTURE
Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SPECIALISTS OFFER HELP COMPLETING FINANCIAL AID FORMS
Specialists from Corning Community College's Office of Financial Aid will be available to
help families understand the financial aid process on February 28, 2015, from 9:00am to
1:00pm, in the Commons (1 Academic Dr, Corning, NY). Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
REALIZES CAMPAIGN GOAL
Thanks to the generosity of donors and the leadership of Corning Incorporated Foundation,
the Campaign for Corning Community College reached its milestone $3 million goal. A
ribbon-cutting celebration (1 Academic Dr., Corning, N.Y.) will be held February 26, 2015,
from 3:00-5:00, and is open to the public. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LOST BOY TO SPEAK AT CCC
"The Power of Hope": Lost Boy of Sudan, Gabriel Bol Deng will offer two presentations at
Corning Community College on February 25, 2015, as part of Year of the Water. Speaking
at 10:45 am and then again at 11:45 am, Deng will share his story, including his efforts to
rebuild Sudan through education and sustainability. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HUNGER LUNCH BENEFITING THE FOOD BANK OF THE SOUTHERN TIER
To raise awareness of hunger issues locally and nationally, Corning Community College
(CCC) is sponsoring a simple lunch of beans and rice for members of the College and the
community on March 4, 2015, from 11am to 1pm, in the Commons (1 Academic Dr.,
Corning, N.Y.). Tickets for the Hunger Lunch may be purchased ahead of time for $3.00 by
calling 607.962.9375. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SOCIETY OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS CREATES SCHOLARSHIP
Rodney Grover believes that the next Henry Ford, Steve Jobs, or Thomas Edison is sitting in
an American high school right now. He also believes that to make a difference one needs
three things: proper knowledge, skills, and passion. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA COLLEGE
PROFESSOR OF THEATRE JOHN KELLY TO PRESENT 10 MINUTES TO FAME
10 Minutes to Fame, a series of original 10-Minute Plays, will be performed March 1 and 2
as a fundraiser for local charities. Performances are scheduled at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 1 at the Arnot Mall, Horseheads, and at 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 2 in
Elmira College's Gibson Theatre. Admission to each performance is free, though a collection
to support local charities will be taken following the production. All proceeds benefit local
charities directly. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA COLLEGE
ANNOUNCES ARTS ALIVE 2015!
Arts Alive at Elmira College is a month-long community celebration of the arts held in
March that features performances, exhibitions, and lectures presented by faculty, students,
and special guests. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA COLLEGE
OFFERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES
The Office of Continuing Education and Graduate Studies at Elmira College
is offering several non-credit professional certificate programs beginning in March designed
to assist working professionals in strengthening job skills and meeting continuing education
requirements. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS
SANDLER TRAINING PRESENTS JACKALS GIVE BACK WEEKEND
The Elmira Jackals, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and the AHL's
Rochester Americans, are hosting a Jackals Give Back Weekend presented by Sandler
Training located in Elmira Heights. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS
TUZZOLINO RETURNS FROM BINGHAMTON
The Elmira Jackals, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and the AHL's
Rochester Americans, announced today that veteran defenseman Nick Tuzzolino has been
returned to the club from loan to the Binghamton Senators of the American Hockey League.
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS
FUEL FACE-OFF FOR FIRST EVER MEETING AT FIRST ARENA
The Elmira Jackals, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and AHL's Rochester
Americans, host the Indy Fuel for the first ever meeting at First Arena. The Jackals and Fuel
met in the inaugural matchup on January 31st in Indianapolis, Indiana. Please CLICK HERE
to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS
NAILERS GAME RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 3RD
The Elmira Jackals, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and the AHL's
Rochester Americans, announced the details for their makeup game against the Wheeling
Nailers. The game will be played on Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:05 p.m. at WesBanco Arena in
Wheeling, West Virginia. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FIBERARTS IN THE GLEN
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING WITH LAURA NELKIN
Can you knit and purl? Handle a decrease or two? Well then you're ready! Don't let the
beauty of Laura Nelkin's work intimidate you. Her Laden cowl is the perfect project to learn
a couple new skills on, and she is the perfect teacher to get your confidence up to do it!
Join us Thursday, February 26th at 6 pm for a fun class led by Laura. Please CLICK HERE to
read more...
FINGER LAKES CHEESE TRAIL
FIRST OF THREE INTIMATE WINE & CHEESE PAIRING EVENTS ON FEBRUARY 28
The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail has partnered with the Seneca Lake Wine Trail for a third
year to host a series of intimate wine and cheese pairing events this winter. Please CLICK
HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKE DISTILLING, LLC
WINTER SEMINAR SERIES
Building on the success of our Whiskey and Gin 101 Classes held earlier this year, FLD is
putting together an exciting seminar series for 2015. Classes will be held on the last
Thursday of each month from January through May. The seminars cost $35 per person and
include a light dinner, printed class materials, and, of course, some sampling along the
way. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
REDEC/RRC
8 WEEK SMALL BUSINESS CLASS
REDEC/RRC will be conducting an 8 week Small Business Course. James Grillo, SUNY
Distinguished Teaching Professor with Alfred State College will be the instructor for the
course. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
SCHUYLER COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING
SAVE THE DATE, FAMILY FUN BLOCK PARTY
We hope you will be able to join us for the day on August 20th. This is for seniors and their
family members. If you are a facility, we look forward to having you bring your residents
and if an agency, we are hoping for a number of vendors to table and share their
information, provide printed materials and/or give-aways, etc. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL
BIGGEST LOSER CHALLENGE
If you'd like to start a Biggest Loser at your workplace or organization, contact Mea for
more information. (607) 535-8639 ext. 2404 or ochabm@schuylerhospital.org. Also, please
note that we'll be announcing the start date for Schuyler Steps Out 2015 soon!!
Please CLICK HERE to view the flyer.
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL
AUXILIARY SPAGHETTI DINNER IS MARCH 9TH
The Schuyler Hospital Auxiliary has scheduled their annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser for
Monday, March 9, 2015, 4:30-7:00 p.m. at the Montour Falls Moose Lodge on State Route
14 in Montour Falls. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
SENECA LAKE WINERY ASSOCIATION
FEBRUARY PREFERRED PAIRINGS
This is the Seneca Lake Wine Trail's newest series of more intimate, smaller wine and food
pairing events. Partnering with the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail, Preferred Pairings are a
series of three, one day events in the first half of 2015. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
WATKINS GLEN FARMERS MARKET
FALL AND WINTER HOURS
Watkins Glen Fall and Winter Farmers Market will be held at the St. James Episcopal Parish
Hall located at 112 6th Street Watkins Glen NY, 14891. The market will be held from 3:006:00pm on the following dates: Feb 27. Look for updates on Facebook @ Watkins Glen
Farmers Market. Participating farms include: Muddy Fingers, Shannon Brook, Oxbow and
One Plow. For additional sources of locally-grown farm products, please visit the regional
"Buy Local" farm guide: http://ccetompkins.org/agriculture/buy-local
WATKINS GLEN HIGH SCHOOL
CALL FOR BUSINESSES AT 1ST ANNUAL WGHS JOB FAIR
Are you looking to get a jump start on securing your seasonal employees?
Attend the First Annual Watkins Glen High School Job Fair on Wednesday, April 29, 2015,
from 9 am to noon to recruit students for summer jobs. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
WATKINS GLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
LOCAL AUTHOR ELAINE MANSFIELD TO SPEAK
Local author, blogger and bereavement facilitator Elaine Mansfield will read from her
poignant memoir "Leaning into Love: A Spiritual Journey through Grief" on Saturday,
February 28th at 11:00 a.m. at the Watkins Glen Public Library, 610 S. Decatur Street.
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please CLICK the calendar above to view upcoming events. If you don't
see your event on the calendar please contact the Chamber for your
ChamberMaster log in and password.
WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chairman:
Carolyn Guyer, General Manager
Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel
First Vice Chair:
Andrew Manzer, President/CEO
Schuyler Hospital
Second Vice Chair:
Stephanie Specchio, Owner
Treasurer:
Jeffrey Dill, President
The Gorgeous View Motel
JR Dill Winery
Secretary:
Peter Honsberger, Owner
Great Escape & Everything Ice Cream Inc.
Immediate Past Chairman:
Dawn Burlew, Manager of Business
Development
Corning Enterprises
Director:
Justin Boyette, Co-Owner/Wine Maker
The Hector Wine Company
Director:
Carl Blowers, CEO
Hawk's View Consulting
Director:
Ronald Roney, Director
Watkins Glen State Park
Director:
Father Michael Hartney
Episcopal Churches of Schuyler County
Director:
Matthew (Matt) Hughson
Matthew Hughson, Attorney at Law
Director:
Christopher Karam, VP of Business
Development
Fagan Engineers
Director:
Anne Welliver-Hartsing, Director
Welliver
Director:
Michael Printup, President
Watkins Glen International
Director:
Lindsay Wickham, Area Field Supervisor
New York Farm Bureau
Director:
Paul Thomas. Executive Director
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Ex-Officio:
Dennis Fagan, Chairman
Schuyler County Legislature
Ex-Officio:
Judy McKinney Cherry, Executive Director
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Watkins Glen, NY 14891