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Sales Tax Holiday
A one-time sales tax holiday to occur in 2015. The holiday starts on Friday, August 7, 2015 at 12:01 a.m. and ends on Sunday, August 9, 2015 at 11:59 p.m.
During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:
An item of clothing priced at $75.00 or less;
An item of school supplies priced at $20.00 or less; and
An item of school instructional material priced at $20.00 or less.
Items used in a trade or business are not exempt under the sales tax holiday. If you have any questions regarding this information, please call 1-800-304-3211.
Chamber Energy Solutions Continues To Help Members Reduce Energy Costs
Energy Consultant
Anthony Wayne Regional
Chamber of Commerce
Office: 419-491-1017
Whitehouse Summer Rec Program!
The Village of Whitehouse has partnered with the YMCA to provide a Summer Rec Program for children between the ages of 6-12 years during the month of July. Registration and Health History Forms are available at Village Hall, Whitehouse and Waterville Libraries, General’s Ice Cream, Cherry Tree Bakery and www.whitehouseoh.gov (Online Forms).
The weekly schedules and activities have been changed to incorporate programs and information about local history including the Nona France Quarry. Field trips will be taken to Whitehouse businesses, a historical walking tour, and nature walks around the quarry. Children will learn about the blue bird monitoring program, Village employees will display and demonstrate trucks and equipment used, Maumee Valley Boat Club will demonstrate radio controlled boats and cars, and more!
Children must be registered in advance – cost is $15 per week for residents and $30 per week for nonresidents. The Summer Recreation Program will be held in July, Monday-Friday, from 1-4 pm at Whitehouse Village Park.
Local Performers Needed for the 2nd Annual Buskerfest!
- Musicians
- Magicians
- Dancers
- Mimes
- Face painters
- Sketch artists
- Puppeteers
- Balloon artists
- Jugglers
- Etc....
If you or someone you know is intersted in joining in the fun, please call Village Hall at 419-877-5383 or email bknisely@whitehouseoh.gov.
Bittersweet Creative Arts Exhibit Now on Display at the Chamber Office & Whitehouse Village Hall!
Do you Like To Golf? Join in the Fun for the 25th Annual Holland-Springfield Golf Outing!
The 25th Annual Golf Outing Presented By:
A special thanks to Honey Baked Foods for being the $2,000 presenting sponsor this year, along with the following sponsors:
- Hole-In-One Sponsor: Dave Conklin with Cleaner & Dryer Restoration
- $550.00 ACE Sponsors:
- Dennis Linn with DLA Financial
- Tod Philips with HMS
- Brent Williamson with Fifth Third Bank
- Lee Ann DuBois with Clark Schaefer Hackett
- Mike Langenderfer with The Countertop Shop
- $250.00 Eagle Sponsor:
- Stacey Heckel with Air Force One, Inc.
- $100.00 Prize/Hole Sponsor:
- Amy Hoffman with Palmer Energy
- Brenda Whetro with Body Wise Message Therapies
Deadline for sponsorships is July 31, 2015.
The Chamber Partnership Offers Monthly Luncheon July 30th
Please join us as we go behind the scenes at the Copper Moon Studio! As a change in pace, we will be going on location to the Copper Moon Studio to not only have lunch, but to also take a tour and see a demo at their facility. In addition, all of those who attend this luncheon will be allowed to make and take home a complimentary sun catcher. This is a truly unique and wonderful opportunity for chamber members to get an exclusive behind the scenes look at Copper Moon Studio and we hope to see everyone there!
Since space is limited, this Lunch and Learn event will require an RSVP by members. Last Day to register for this event will be Tuesday, July 28th! We will have space for only 40 people, so do not delay and sign-up today! Feel free to click the link below to register or call Abbey Hall at the Chamber Office to reserve your spot at 419-865-2110 or 419-877-2747.
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Copper Moon Studio,
$12 per person
REGISTER NOW
Vendors Wanted for The 2015 Monclova Flea Market/Craft Show!
The 3rd annual Monclova Flea Market/Craft Show is going to be on Friday, July 24th.This event will be open from 10 AM to 6 PM, and we are looking for local vendors to come sell their flea market and/or craft items.
VENDORS - We are still taking VENDORS for this year's Flea Market!! Only a few spots left! :)
DONATIONS - Do you have any gently used items to donate for our Flea Market? All proceed go towards the Center. You can drop off donations to the Monclova Community Center (M-F 9:00am - 4:00pm). Donations being accepted until July 17th...NO large furniture or overly heavy items please.
VOLUNTEERS - We are looking for volunteers to help sort & price items on Wednesday, July 22nd & Thursday, July 23rd. If you are interested, please email us back and we will send you further information.
For More Information please call: 419-861-1336
The Chamber Partnership Business After Hours!
The Anthony Wayne Regional Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking businesses interested in sponsoring our upcoming Business After Hours Events. With many of our members taking an interest in the events with the Holland-Springfield Chamber, we are bringing this event a little closer to home by hosting a Business After Hours in the Anthony Wayne Area every other month! Business After Hours is the premiere networking event for business professionals. This event will be held once a month from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This hour and a half time frame gives people the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources.
If you choose to sponsor a Business After Hours, your name will be included in our newsletter and broadcasts that are sent to all members, as well as an opportunity to promote and share information about your business at the event. Being a sponsor entails a business to select a restaurant of their choice to host the event at, as well as, a $150 to $175 investment in appetizers for all of those that attend the event. These are the current dates that we are seeking sponsors for: Tuesday, November 17th, and Tuesday, December 15th.
If you are interested in sponsoring a Business After Hours or would like additional information, please contact Abbey Hall at 419-877-2747 or via email at abbey@awchamber.com.
Join in the Fun at the Fairy Garden Party in Downtown Waterville!
Fairy Garden Party in Downtown Waterville!
Yes, it’s true- the "suburban" fairies are coming to Waterville on Saturday, July 18th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the downtown area. We would like the Downtown Waterville businesses to participate by allowing April Cook from Clayful Arts to put a small fairy door outside their business for the event. These adorable fairy doors were hand painted by the Waterville Girl Scout Troop.
Visitors to Downtown Waterville will be invited to join in the hunt to find all of the fairy doors placed around the town in order to enter a drawing to win gift baskets. This will allow customers to visit all of the businesses while on their search.
If you are interested in becoming more involved in the event, here are some ideas:
-Have a free treat or discount available for visitors that day
-Feature fairy garden products you might carry
-Contribute items for the gift basket drawings
So can we put a fairy door in front of your business? Call The Silver Lining Gallery for more information or to get involved at 419-441-0025
Chamber iTV: A Great Way to Promote You Business!
CHAMBER MEMBER EXCLUSIVE!
Chamber iTV, in conjunction with BizTV Shows®, will produce, film, and edit promotional videos for Chamber members for $150.00. The Chamber will feature the promotional video on the Chamber’s iTV Channel page at www.awchamber.com as well as link the video with the member’s listing with our online directory. Members keep a copy of the professionally produced video to use to promote via your website, social media outlets, as well as within their establishment.
---- Increase your visibility so you aren’t the best kept secret in town!
--- Professionally done video content to share with your prospects/clients!
---A way to be seen as the go to expert and stand out from your competition!
To watch our episodes, sign up or learn more about Chamber iTV and how you can showcase your business, visit our website.
Digital Sign Brings Exposure to your business!
Make A BIG Impression With
Our Outdoor Digital Billboard Program!
It goes without saying that the current economic climate poses significant challenges for many businesses. With many advertisement choices, organizations must use their marketing budget wisely. Between the Internet, newspaper, media, and the rapidly emerging world of social media, all add up to many advertising choices. A well planned digital signage advertising package keeps your customers up to date about your business. Our digital signage allows you a much more cost-effective way to broadcast your message to the community than traditional methods. Digital advertising allows you to reach the greatest number of consumers in a timely, effective manner. The content on your ad can be changed easily and frequently, so you can feature the most up to date messages possible. Target your audience with direct messages and build a connection with consumers on an everyday basis.
Some of the Key Benefits Include:
• Build brand awareness
• Captivate audience
• Promote specials
• Custom built ads in still or animation
• New product launches
• Achieve message consistency
• Target new customers
• Promote community events
• Lower cost of production of marketing materials
For more information: download our brochure or contact the Chamber today at 419-877-2747.