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REJUVENATE AND RELAX AT SUNSET YOGA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
UPCOMING EVENTS
M2M DISCOUNT
PROGRAM
FEATURED M2M
DISCOUNT
Sunset View
Creamery
10% discount
(607) 594-2095
FEATURED
CURRENT MEMBER
Magnolia Place Bed
& Breakfast
CLICK HERE
to learn more.
MEMBERSHIP
BENEFIT
OF THE MONTH
Our 400th member
Vasco Brands, Inc.
is offering chamber
members 40% off of
retail listing! Please
We have partnered with Sue Silhan of Selah Yoga to offer
sunset yoga classes at Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Winery...
contact Eileen Peet
for pricing. Vasco
includes include
janitorial supplies
including floor
cleaners, waxes,
seals, finishes and
paper products, in
addition to the soap
products.
Phone Number:
(607) 733-5566
FLXOPOLY GAMES
ARE HERE!
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CHAMBER BUSINESS ACADEMY
BUSINESS 2 BUSINESS &
BUSINESS 2 CONSUMER MARKETING
WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
The Chamber Business Academy sessions are led by
Jennifer Romeo of Premier Partner NY. Registration begins
at 2:30pm and the class takes place from 3:00pm to
5:00pm in the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room. Advance registration is required. Please
contact Katie Strawser at (607) 535-4300 or email
katie@watkinsglenchamber.com. Please CLICK HERE
for the printable registration form.
A MESSAGE FROM THE TOURISM & MARKETING
MANAGER BRITTANY GIBBS
Sometimes you'll receive emails from me, many of which
may contain what seem like random questions. I always
include a deadline for response and sometimes that
deadline is very short. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
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WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ANNOUNCES
WATKINS GLEN NIGHTS - DINE, SIP, SHOP, ENJOY
With the help of local business owners Butch Monroe
(Finger Lakes Frozen Yogurt) and Peter Honsberger (Great
Escape and Everything Ice Cream), the Watkins Glen Area
Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch a supportive
promotion to draw and drive traffic into downtown Watkins
Glen in the evening hours. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
NEW!!! EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ADVERTISING RATES
WITH COMMUNITY BROADCASTERS
FORWARD TO A
FRIEND
Exclusive Member Advertising Rates with Community
Broadcasters Members of the Watkins Glen Area Chamber
of Commerce will receive a dollar for dollar match on any
advertising scheduled to run from now through December
31, 2015. Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
WATKINS GLEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES COVER PHOTO
CONTEST FOR
2016 TRAVEL GUIDE
Are you a photography enthusiast? Do you love taking pictures in beautiful Schuyler
County? Here's your chance at fame! The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce wants
to feature YOUR photo on the cover of the 2016 Travel Guide! Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
15TH ANNUAL DONALD BRUBAKER MEMORIAL
GOLF TOURNAMENT
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2015
Save the date, gather your team, or consider becoming a sponsor.
This tournament historically has a waiting list for teams, so get in
early! Please CLICK HERE to view the registration form and
sponsorship opportunities... For more information call the Chamber
at 607-535-4300 or email Katie@watkinsglenchamber.com.
AGRI-TOURISM IN SCHUYLER COUNTY
As we all know, agri-tourism is alive and well in Schuyler County, but now it's time for us
to spread the word to our visitors! To do this, we've organized tours of five destination
farms and have compiled this information on a page on our website. Please CLICK
HERE to view the website...
MEMBER NEWS
ANDREW TAYLOR CONSULTING - FREE WORKSHOP ON TIME (AND LIFE)
MANAGEMENT
What does "Eating Frogs" and "Italian Pea Pods" have to do with incredible breakthroughs
in time management? Can a 12 minute exercise really save you two hours a day? Come to
this free workshop and find out! Please CLICK HERE to read more... CLICK HERE to
register...
THE ARC OF SCHUYLER - SHREDDING DAY
Open to the general public (There is a charge for businesses. Please call ahead for pricing
607-535-6934. Free, quick, confidential destruction of your documents while you wait.
When: 3rd Monday of Every Month 9:30AM-11:30AM Where: The Arc of Schuyler 203 12th
Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ARNOT HEALTH SERVICES - TO PROVIDE FREE FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SCREENS
AT ARNOT MALL
The Arnot Health Physical Therapy Staff will offer FREE Functional Movement Screens from
3 to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 7 in Center Court at the Arnot Mall. Please CLICK HERE to
read more...
ATWATER VINEYARDS - 15TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Atwater Estate Vineyards is raising a glass and a tent to celebrate 15 years! Join us to
soak in the sun setting over Seneca Lake as you wine down with our fifteenth vintage to
the tunes of The Wiyos, whose original music is inspired by swing jazz, rural folk, and the
blues. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CONGRESSMAN REED'S GRAND OPPORTUNITIES UPDATE
Here are the upcoming federal grant opportunities that may be of interest to your city,
town, village or organization. Please let us know if you have any questions about any of
these grants. Our office is always happy to assist in contacting an agency or providing
letters of support. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE - WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY
EDUCATION
Accounting for Non-Financial Managers - New Supervisor 101 - Notary Preparation QuickBooks Premier Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE - NEW ONLINE COURSES AVAILABLE
Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE - MATH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
More than 50 elementary school teachers, from the Elmira, Horseheads, and CorningPainted Post school districts, will spend five days in August learning how to speak math at
a workshop hosted on Corning Community College's campus and sponsored by Corning
Enterprises. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA COLLEGE CONTINUING EDUCATION - STUDENT SUMMER OPEN HOUSE
The Office of Continuing Education and Graduate Studies at Elmira College is hosting an
Adult Student Open House on Thursday, August 6th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. on campus in
Stephans Lounge, Meier Hall. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS - TAYLOR STEFISHEN RETURNS TO ELMIRA
The Elmira Jackals, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and the AHL's Rochester
Americans, announced today that the team has re-signed forward Taylor Stefishen to a
Standard Player Contract for the 2015-16 season. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA JACKALS - INK WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY CAPTAIN WILL KESSEL
The Elmira Jackals, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres and the AHL's Rochester
Americans, announced today that the team has signed forward Will Kessel to a Standard
Player Contract for the 2015-16 season. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
ELMIRA SAVINGS BANK CUSTOMER APPRECIATION WEEK
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
EPISCOPAL PARISHES OF SCHUYLER COUNTY - SCHUYLER COUNTY SERIES
CONCERT ON FRIDAY JULY 24TH
The Schuyler County Concert Series, sponsored by the Episcopal Parishes of Schuyler
County, will host the third concert of the 2015 series on Friday, July 24th, at 7.30 pm. The
concert will be at Saint James' Episcopal Church, Sixth and Decatur Streets, in Watkins
Glen.
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
EPISCOPAL PARISHES OF SCHUYLER COUNTY SCHUYLER COUNTY SERIES PRESENTS A SPECIAL CONCERT JULY 25TH
The Schuyler County Concert Series, sponsored by the Episcopal Parishes of Schuyler
County, will host a special concert of the 2015 series on Saturday July 25th, at 7.30 pm.
The concert will be at Saint James' Episcopal Church, Sixth and Decatur Streets, in Watkins
Glen. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FIDELIS CARE - QUESTIONS ABOUT HEALTH INSURANCE?
A Fidelis Care representative will be at the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, 214
N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY office every Tuesday from 2:30PM-4:30PM. Please
CLICK HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKES CHEESE FESTIVAL - FOURTH ANNUAL TO BE HELD ON JULY 25 AT
SUNSET VIEW CREAMERY IN ODESSA
The fourth annual Finger Lakes Cheese Festival is slated for Saturday July 25 from
10:00am-5:00pm at Sunset View Creamery in Odessa, NY, which is about five miles
outside of Watkins Glen. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKES CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS - RED CROSS URGES BLOOD
DONATIONS TO MAINTAIN SUMMER BLOOD SUPPLY
The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood in the weeks surrounding
Independence Day to help ensure a sufficient blood supply now and throughout the
summer.
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FRINGER LAKES CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS DISTRIBUTE FLOOD CLEAN UP KITS FRIDAY IN WESTFIELD, SWAIN
The American Red Cross continues to help those affected by Tuesday's severe weather and
flooding. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKES CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS RED CROSS SHELTER AT SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL CLOSED
The American Red Cross was able to close the flooding shelter a Silver Creek Central
School overnight. The Red Cross remains in contact with emergency personnel from across
the Western and Central New York Region and has shelters on standby should they
become necessary as the response to yesterday's severe weather continues. Please CLICK
HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKES TOURISM ALLIANCE PARTNER NEWS
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FINGER LAKES CHAPTER AMERICAN RED CROSS TO HOST DISASTER SERVCES
TRAINING CAMP - IN FAYETTE JULY 24-26
The American Red Cross is hosting a "Disaster Services Training Camp" in Seneca County
July 24-26. The three days of classes at the Fayette Fire Hall, 4200 State Route 414 in
Fayette, will prepare prospective volunteers to become members of the Disaster Action
Team (DAT). Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FRANKLIN STREET GALLERY - CELEBRATES RACING HISTORY IN THE GLEN AT
ARTIST RECEPTION
Franklin Street Gallery will host an open reception for its "Racing History in The Glen"
exhibit on Friday, July 24 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at 209 N. Franklin Street in Watkins Glen.
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
FRANKLIN STREET GALLERY SUMMER CLASSES
Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
HOLIDAY INN ELMIRA-RIVERVIEW - CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Please CLICK HERE to read more...
INTERNATIONAL MOTOR RACING RESEARCH CENTER - RICHARD PETTY TO BE
HONORED BY IMRRC
Richard Petty, the most decorated driver in the history of NASCAR, will start the August
race weekend in Watkins Glen by receiving the Cameron R. Argetsinger... Please CLICK
HERE to read more...
SCHUYLER COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - DOUG'S FISH FRY TO GO
Thursday, August 6th - 11AM-6PM at Harley Davidson, Rte 13 & 224, Alpine Junction
Please CLICK HERE to view flyer...
SCHUYLER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - ANNUAL FUNDRAISER YARD SALE
At the Brick Tavern Museum located at 108 N. Catharine Street in Montour Fallson Friday
7/31 & Saturday 8/1 from 9-3. Accepting donated items from 7/15 through 7/29,
exceptions are books, clothing, electronics and toys.
SCHUYLER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - PRESENTATION AND BOOK SIGNING
On Saturday 7/25 at 1pm at the Brick Tavern Museum located at 108 N. Catharine Street,
Montour Falls. Author and Researcher, Sheryl Robinson of Horseheads, NY, will present an
historical reflection of the Barkhamstead Lightouse in Connecticut, depicting some colorful
characters of that place who later became residents of Millport, NY in the early 19th
century. Copies of her book FROM MASPETH TO SUGAR CREET will be available, with a
signing following the presentation. $5 donation to the museum requested. Call 607-5359741 to reserve a seat.
SCHUYLER COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING - FAMILY FUN BLOCK PARTY
Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 10AM-3PM - Montour Falls Firemen's Carnvial Fairgrounds
Please CLICK HERE to read more... Please CLICK HERE for the vendor application...
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL LAB REACCREDITED BY JOINT COMMISSION
Schuyler Hospital announced that it has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of
Approval® for Laboratory Services Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance
with its performance standards. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL SCHUYLER STEPS OUT NAMES MOST IMPROVED, MVP
After wrapping up the ninth annual Schuyler Steps Out community walking challenge with
a new winner - the Rainbow Chasers Club - last month, Schuyler Hospital is now awarding
Most Improved and Most Valuable Walkers. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL - JULY IS UV SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
July is UV Safety Awareness Month. Schuyler Hospital wants you to know that about 95
percent of skin cancer cases are caused by exposure to ultraviolet light, nearly all of which
comes from sunlight, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Protect your skin and
your eyes from damage. Wear sunscreen, protective clothing, wide-brimmed hats, and
sunglasses when outdoors.
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL AND SENECA VIEW
- OFFERING MASSAGE THERAPY
Schuyler Hospital offers massage therapy both in their outpatient rehabilitation clinic and
to residents of Seneca View. Please CLICK HERE to read more...
SCHUYLER HOSPITAL AUXILIARY AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS
The Schuyler Hospital Auxiliary has awarded $1000 scholarships to three high school
graduates who are planning to enter the healthcare field. Please CLICK HERE to read
more...
SELAH YOGA AND MUSIC - SUMMER SPECIAL
Begin something new this summer with Music Lessons! New adult and youth students are
offered eight 30 minute lessons in the instrument of their choosing for the discounted price
of $120.00. Times are flexible to fit your busy summer schedule. Classes begin July 6th
and run until the end of August. Call Joe at Selah Yoga and Music to register.
Please CLICK HERE to learn more...
WATINS GLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY - VARIETY OF SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR
CHILDREN AND TEENS DURING THE MONTH OF JULY
Summer Reading Theme: "Every Hero has a Story".
All of these programs begin at 10:00 am.
For kids entering grades K-5, or at parents' discretion. 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
The Gorgeous View Motel
Treasurer:
Jeffrey Dill, President
JR Dill Winery
Secretary:
Peter Honsberger, Owner
Immediate Past Chairman:
Dawn Burlew, Manager of Business
Great Escape & Everything Ice Cream Inc.
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:
Christopher Karam, VP of Business
Development
Fagan Engineers
Director:
Anne Welliver-Hartsing, Director
Welliver
Director:
Michael Printup, President
Watkins Glen International
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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214 N. Franklin Street
Watkins Glen, NY 14891