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Start the Heart Event-Saturday, Aug. 1st 9 am to 1 pm
Presented by: Springfield Township Fire Department and Springfield Schools
August 8th from 9 am to 1 pm
Springfield High School Field House
1470 S. McCord Rd.
Learn "hands only" CPR (training will be offered every 20-minutes). There is no charge to participate! Please help save lives and donate blood on-site during the SHS Jim Schall Memorial Blood Drive in the field house lobby from 9 am to 2 pm. To register, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767. Sam's Club, The Sherriff's Department, United Way, and others will be available to share important information, collect outdated medications, and more! Call 419-867-5600 with questions.
Chamber Energy Solutions Continues To Help Members Reduce Energy Costs
Emilie Snider
Energy Consultant
Anthony Wayne Regional
Chamber of Commerce
Email
Office: 419-491-1017
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.
Call the YMCA at 419-441-0013 with questions, weekly schedule of events, or for additional information.
Bittersweet Creative Arts Exhibit Now on Display at the Chamber Office & Whitehouse Village Hall!
The Anthony Wayne Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Whitehouse will be sponsoring an exhibit of the work of artists with autism, from Bittersweet Creative Arts, a program of Bittersweet Farms, Whitehouse, Ohio. The exhibit features over 20 works of art by 25 artists in the BCA program. Works include paintings, drawings, mixed media, fused glass and assemblage. The exhibit is free and open to the public, and will be on display June - September at the Anthony Wayne Regional Chamber of Commerce building, and the Whitehouse Village Hall during normal business hours.
The Silk Screen Shop Fire this morning
Do you Like To Golf? Join in the Fun for the 25th Annual Holland-Springfield Golf Outing!
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This year’s golf outing with be held on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at Heather Downs Country Club beginning at 9 a.m. It is $100.00 per golfer and it includes: golf, range balls, golf cart, goodie bag, a delicious steak dinner, and awards. To register to play, please contact Abbey Hall at 419.865.2110, or email at abbey@hschamber.com.
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
- Scott Stigall and Chris Ruby with State Farm Insurance
- $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
- Tom Friedel with Padgett Business Services and Cold Stone Creamery on Dussel
- Priscilla D'Anniballe- Paul Davis Restoration
- Michelle Donnelly with Corporate Intelligence Consultants
- Terry Taylor with The Silk Screen Shop
- Laurie Bobrick- Grande Financial Services
The Chamber Partnership Offers Monthly Luncheon August 20th
Chamber member Robert Keogh will be this month's featured speaker and will discuss, "Women, Money, Power - Taking control of your Financial Future". He will touch on the special challenges women face as "Chief Financial Officers", Caregivers, Managing the sandwich generation, Managing their own business. Looking at unveiled attitudes of today's evolving women specific to modern family.
Robert Keogh, Maumee Valley Tax Advisory Combining Tax efficiency and safety in your long range planning.
Please RSVP!
Thursday, August 20, 2015
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Monclova Community Center
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Monclova Community Center
8115 Monclova Rd.
Monclova, Ohio 43542
$12 per person
REGISTER NOW
Monclova, Ohio 43542
$12 per person
REGISTER NOW
AMERICAN PICKERS To Film In Ohio!
AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on History. This hit show follows two of the most skilled pickers in the business, Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz, as they embark on an epic road trip across the U.S. in search of America’s most valuable antiques from motorcycles, classic cars and bicycles to one-of-a-kind vintage memorabilia. Mike and Frank are on a mission to recycle America, restore forgotten relics to their former glory, and learn a thing or two about American history along the way.
AMERICAN PICKERS is looking for leads and would love to explore what you may have. They are on the hunt for interesting characters with interesting and unique items. Some of what they look for: vintage bicycles, toys, unusual radios, movie memorabilia, advertising, military items, folk art, vintage musical equipment, vintage automotive items, early firefighting equipment, vintage clothing, pre-50’s western gear.
AMERICAN PICKERS is produced by Cineflix Productions for History. New episodes air Wednesdays at 9pm ET on History.
If you have a large collection or want to refer someone to Mike and Frank, email: your name, number, address and description of the collection and photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com 855-old-rust.
Chamber 101 Session: Learn to Maximize Your Membership!
Join us for this month’s Chamber Master Mind’s session where members can explore and understand the opportunities and value that one's Chamber membership can provide to their business or organization. It also gives members from across the business community the connections and experience with their Chamber and its programs to get more involved. With a unique combination of access at the Chamber and its community resources. Chamber Master Minds provides the tools needed to kick-start your involvement in the Chamber and the business community and to most importantly, grow your business.
The next session will be held on:
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Monclova Community Center
8115 Monclova Rd. Monclova, Ohio 43542
A complimentary Breakfast will be provided!
The next session will be held on:
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Monclova Community Center
8115 Monclova Rd. Monclova, Ohio 43542
A complimentary Breakfast will be provided!
Ohio Sales Tax Holiday Information!
The date is 12:01 AM Friday August 7 through 11:59 PM Sunday August 9. It only applies to specific items; here are a few particulars to keep in mind.
An example –
A mother takes her two daughters to a store for back to school shopping –
Here is a link to FAQ as related to the Sales Tax Holiday http://www.tax.ohio.gov/sales_and_use/salestaxholiday/holidayfaq.aspx
- The event allows certain purchases of clothing, school supplies, and school instructional materials to be purchased without paying Ohio sales tax. If the items are purchased over the internet where no tax is charged those items are exempt from Ohio use tax.
- There is a $75 limit for clothing and $20 limit for school supplies and instructional materials. However, the limit is PER ITEM. That means if each item of clothing is $75 or under, the whole purchase is exempt. Any items over $75 are not exempt.
- School supplies include only certain items binders; book bags; calculators; cellophane tape; blackboard chalk; compasses; composition books; crayons; erasers; folders (expandable, pocket, plastic, and manila); glue, paste, and paste sticks; highlighters; index cards; index card boxes; legal pads; lunch boxes; markers; notebooks; paper; loose leaf ruled notebook paper, copy paper, graph paper, tracing paper, manila paper, colored paper, poster board, and construction paper; pencil boxes and other school supply boxes; pencil sharpeners; pencils; pens; protractors; rulers; scissors; and writing tablets.
- Sports uniforms qualify – but sporting equipment (gloves, balls, rackets, clubs) do not
- If the item totals $75 or under than associated shipping is also exempt
- Vendors MUST comply with the Holiday – so all retail stores should be applying the program.
An example –
A mother takes her two daughters to a store for back to school shopping –
- Daughter one picks out 3 tops for $35 each and a jacket on sale for $60. The entire $165 purchase is exempt.
- Daughter 2 picks out two $50 pairs of jeans and an $80 denim jacket. The $100 for jeans is exempt. The $80 jacket is taxed in its entirety.
- The store has the above denim jacket on sale for $69 or the mother applies rewards points to discount the purchase to $69 – the purchase of the jacket becomes exempt as discounts can be applied to reduce the price below $75.
- Daughter 1 picks out one $80 pair of jeans and gets the second pair free or for $1.99. The purchase is taxed as buy one get one free specials cannot be averaged.
- They stop on the way out at another store to pick up a softball glove and cleats – taxed in its entirety as sporting equipment does not qualify.
Here is a link to FAQ as related to the Sales Tax Holiday http://www.tax.ohio.gov/sales_and_use/salestaxholiday/holidayfaq.aspx
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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.
FREE Enrichment Classes being offered by The Village of Whitehouse!
A variety of Enrichment Classes have been scheduled for the upcoming months in the Village of Whitehouse. All classes are free and open to the public.
August 24, - 6:00 pm – “Fossils and Glacial Features”: Enjoy an evening that highlights local glacial history and fossils at the Nona France Quarry located in the Blue Creek Recreation Area. After a short discussion, a Metroparks Toledo naturalist will take us on a search for gems like brachiopods and glacial striations that are located in our backyard! Class will start at Village Hall and then take a short walk to the quarry area. Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing
September 28, - 6:00 pm – “How to Protect Yourself From Identity Theft”: Whitehouse Police personnel will provide ideas and protective measures to decrease the possibility of you becoming a victim of identity theft. The course provides the latest information of the kinds of scams happening in our world today, your rights as a consumer and victim of identity theft, and ways to protect yourself from becoming a victim. Handouts and additional information will be provided at the class.
October 19 – 6:00 pm – “Let’s Get Glassy” : Join us for a “show and tell” presentation about the glass arts. Sharon Carothers of PrismGlassWorks in Maumee will discuss the processes required for the creation of stained glass, mosaics, and fusing. Finished examples of each style will be presented, the tools used to create will be available to look at, and we will have fun cutting glass. A question and answer session will follow the discussion.
Both classes are free, but advance registration is required by calling 419-877-5383 to ensure a comfortable meeting space and adequate handouts. Classes are held at Whitehouse Village Hall, 6925 Providence Street.
Chamber iTV: A Great Way to Promote Your 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.
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.