CHAMBER CHATTERS

February 24, 2017

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Chamber News

WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS

DAWN'S VINYL DESIGNS - 128 E BROAD ST, TAMAQUA, 570.401.9091

LAMAR CHRIST FUNERAL HOME - 31 MAHANOY AVE, HOMETOWN, 570.668.1580

PETAL PUSHERS - 200 CLAREMONT AVE, STE 3, HOMETOWN, 570.668.1500

CHAMBER NIGHT OUT

You are invited to join us in supporting the 5th Anniversary of the Tamaqua Community Arts Center at their celebration on February 25 from 5:00-8:30pm.

Enjoy art, music, entertainment, food, and a celebration!

5:00pm - 6:30pm Silent Auction, Tours, Pottery Wheel
6:30pm - 8:00pm Live Music in concert hall
8:00pm - 8:30pm Auction

On April 26, 2017, the Tamaqua Area Chamber of will hold our 65th Annual Community Dinner, during which the 2017 Community Progress Report will be presented. This progress report contains information, pictures, and updates on the projects that have taken place within the entire Tamaqua Area throughout the previous year. Click on the image above to view the 2016 Community Progress Report.

This progress report is used as a marketing piece throughout the year to promote the Tamaqua area to potential investors, consumers, developers, businesses, and residents. The report is distributed to area real estate agencies, organizations, as well as the chamber’s web site.

As a vital member of our community, we are asking that you support our continuing efforts by placing an advertisement in the report. Over 200 printed copies of the report were distributed last year. The online accessibility increases the value of the report for the community and our supporters. Copies of the report are also provided to each advertiser.

The dinner also features the presentation of the annual Citizenship Award as well as Business Person of the Year. Keynote speaker to be announced.

Fill out the AD FORM ON OUR WEB SITE and return it to the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce before April 3, 2017, so that we can include your business in this valuable marketing piece.

Thank you for your continued support of these efforts to improve our community!

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Joseph M. Plasko Citizen of the Year and 2017 Business Person of the Year. Awards will be presented at the chamber's annual dinner in April. Nominations are due by March 3 at noon.

Stop in at the chamber office during business hours for a form or follow the link below for the forms on our web site:

http://www.tamaqua.net/newsandevents/citizenandbusinesspersonnominationforms.html

Banner forms and payment are due by Friday, March 3.

HOMETOWN HERO BANNER PROGRAM 2017
Following the popularity of the 2013 banner program, The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a new banner program for 2017. The new Hometown Heroes program is intended to honor any local hometown hero who has provided beneficial service to the Tamaqua area. These heroes may include first responders, organization volunteers, civic leaders, active military, veterans, and may be living or deceased.

There was a waiting list from the 2013 banner program, and those people are being contacted first. The remaining banners will be sold on a first come, first served basis.

Anyone who currently has a banner on display, please contact the chamber to let us know if you'd like to keep the banner when it is taken down. We are also looking into the possibility of displaying those banners in local buildings for anyone who does not wish to keep their banner.

Please see the chamber's web site for more information:
http://tamaqua.net/newsandevents/bannerprogram.html

JOIN THE CHAMBER!

Memberships are open to individuals and businesses. Individual membership is $50, business memberships start at $75. For a list of benefits and more information, follow this link to our web site: Membership Information.

You can find an application at this link as well: 2017 Membership Application or contact us at chamber@tamaqua.net for a new membership packet.

Renew or join the chamber before April 1 to be included in the membership directory.

Join the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce at the 65th Annual Community Dinner for the presentation of the 2017 Joseph M. Plasko Citizenship Award and 2017 Business Person of the Year Award. Wednesday, April 26 at 5:30 at Mountain Valley Golf Course in Barnesville. Keynote speaker to be announced. Pricing and more details to be announced.

CHAMBER MEMBER NEWS

LEIBY'S FARM MARKET

1026 Catawissa Rd
Tamaqua, PA 18252

(570) 668-4435

Did you know that we do a CSA? If you have interest there is info on our web site.
If you have any questions feel free to ask!
See the following link for a list of the vegetables and fruit we plan on growing this season, and for the form to sign up for half or full shares of this year's CSA:

http://www.leibysfarm.com/Pages/EBLeibyFarmCSA.aspx

MOMMA C'S BAKERY

2083 WEST PENN PIKE, STE 5

Get your orders in for Fat Tuesday 2/28 AKA Donut Day by this Saturday 2/25 we will have the "traditional" donut rings available in plain, glazed, cinnamon sugar or powder sugar ... we will also be making our regular menu of delicious donuts if you prefer ..... 570-386-2005

Employment Opportunity: Mayor of Tamaqua

Deadline is approaching. See below from the Times News:

If you’re registered with one of the major political parties, the first step would be to obtain a nomination petition packet from the county election bureau. The first day the packets will be available for the 2018 primary election is Feb. 14.

Potential candidates will need to gather signatures from 10 voters registered with their same party affiliation. The signature forms must then be notarized and returned to the election bureau by March 7.

The first day to circulate and file nominating papers for minor party and independent candidates is March 8.

The primary election is on May 16.

http://www.tnonline.com/2017/jan/25/tamaqua-mayor-says-he-will-step-down-2018

Tamaqua Has Heart t-shirts for sale at the Tamaqua Arts Center, 125 Pine St.
Youth sm-md-lg $10/ea.
Adult sm-lg $15/ea.
Adult xl-2xlg $18/ea.

In black or sport grey.
Call 570-668-1192 or email: marketing@tamaquaarts.org

During the month of February-enter to WIN a $50 gift certificate every time
you dine! Winners are drawn weekly! Remember to call in advance for
reservations for prompt seating! 570-668-3800

The "Art of Love", a special exhibit now through the end of February at the Tamaqua Area Historical Museum, 118 W Broad St, featuring original valentines by late Tamaqua artist J. G. Scott in one case and a variety of other vintage valentines from the past 100 years displayed in a second case. Visit the museum during regular museum hours.

Winter hours now in effect, Thursday and Fridays from 5 to 8 pm, Sundays from 12 to 3.
Call 610-597-6722 for more information.

MERMON MOTORS has been in business since 1987, offering quality pre-owned cars & trucks for sale. We handle both commercial & non-commercial vehicles.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR INVENTORY.

LUCY M. MURPHY CPA
231 WEST BROAD ST
TAMAQUA PA 18252
570.668.4455
LMURPHY@PTD.NET

M & S Hardware
10 West Broad Street
Tamaqua PA 18252
570-668-3838 Phone 570-668-3839 Fax
Store Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30-5:30 Sat 8:00-3:00 Sunday-Closed

WASHERY SYSTEM CAR WASH
200 CEDAR ST, TAMAQUA

High school seniors can now apply for a Pennsylvania House of Representatives Scholarship to help cover the costs of higher education. Each year, two students preparing for post-secondary education are awarded four-year scholarships through the program. It is open to graduating high school seniors who are Pennsylvania residents with plans to attend a Pennsylvania college, university or career school as a full-time student.

Students must have attained a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average in high school in order to be eligible for the scholarship. A student’s commitment to community, leadership qualities, extracurricular activities and financial need are also taken into consideration.

To apply, interested students should visit www.RepKnowles.com and click on House Scholarship Information. The application deadline is March 1, 2017. The program is privately funded by individual and corporate donors. No tax money or other public funds are used.

Shafer's Pharmacy
11 Center St.
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570)668-0290
Fax: (570)668-2454

FREE DELIVERY IN TAMAQUA!

Check out out monthly specials: http://www.shaferpharm.com/Specials.html

Pharmacy Hours:
Monday: 9AM - 7PM
Tuesday: 9AM - 7PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 6PM
Thursday: 9AM - 7PM
Friday: 9AM- 6PM
Saturday: 9AM - 2PM
Sunday: Closed

February is Dental Health Awareness month for both pets and people. As in past years we will be providing dental cleanings with a 10% discount. All our home care dental products will also be 10% off. If you are interested in scheduling your pet please call early so we can accommodate you.