Upcoming
2013Chamber Events
OCTOBER Aurora Candidate's Night Tuesday, October 8 5:30 pm to 8 pm Sun Valley Party Center10000 Edwards Lane Auburn Township REGISTER ONLINE 3Chamber Networking Luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013
11:30 am to 1 pm Signature of Solon Speaker: Marcus Glover, General Manager of Horseshoe Casino Cleveland Sponsor:
NOVEMBER
Aurora's Favorite Things Luncheon
Wed., Nov. 20, 2013
11:30 am to 1 pm
Aurora Community Theatre & Library Gallery
Sponsor: DECEMBER
Chamber Holiday & Awards Party Wed., Dec. 11th, 2013 ThornCreek Winery & Gardens 5:30pm - 8pm Sponsor:
The Atrium
at Anna Maria
2014JANUARY 3Chamber Women's Expo Thurs., Jan. 30, 2014
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2013 BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
BRAD DUGUAY
President
Custom
Pultrusions, Inc.
LISA KUSNER
Vice-President
Aurora Farms
Premium Outlets
DOUGLAS WIEDER
Treasurer
Mill Distributors
KAREN BOSLEY
Secretary
Cortland Banks
LORI DAVIS
WildWater Kingdom
DOTTIE DUPUY
Howard Hanna
MICHELLE HARMAN
Harman Home Designs
CHARISSE LOUIS
Charene Creative
JIM MAULIS
Graphics by Design
HOLLY NOVOTNY
Past President
Harry & David
LAURA RADCLIFF
Edwards Jones
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RUSS BENNETT
Liaison
Aurora City Schools
JOHN KUDLEY
Liaison
Aurora City Council
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LAURA HOLMAN
Executive Director
PLATINUM
CHAMBER
SPONSORS
Atrium at
Anna Maria
Aurora Farms
Premium Outlets
Aurora Manor
Skilled Nursing
& Rehabilitation
Howard Hanna
Aurora
Robinson Health
Center at Aurora
GOLD CHAMBER
SPONSORS
Cortland Banks
Fifth Third Bank
Grande Village
Harman Home
Designs
Record Publishing
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2013 Community & Events Guides
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2013 Aurora Community & Events Guides are here!
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Integrity
If you have integrity, nothing else matters.
If you don't, nothing else matters.
-Alan K. Simpson
The mission of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce is to facilitate the growth of Aurora area businesses, promote tourism, and invest in programs that enhance and enrich the community.
Dear members and friends,
Welcome, Fall! I hope this finds you well. Here at the Chamber, we are busily providing the best opportunities in 2013 while also planning for the coming year. As always, please contact us with ideas for effective ways to support your business.
We appreciate you: businesses, organizations, and individuals who lead their personal and professional lives with integrity. Thank you for 'getting it' and knowing that how you do what you do matters. Every day.
OK, so let's talk about what's happening: Here we go!
THANK YOU to all who attended our September Networking Luncheon at Aurora Events Center. I received many positive comments about the presentation by JB Silvers of Case Weatherhead School of Management. We are grateful to our luncheon sponsors, Robinson Memorial Hospital/Robinson Health Center at Aurora and Allstate Insurance-Bethany Snyder Agency, for supporting this opportunity. Check out this video to discover more information about Allstate's related benefits:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMPMn8K9WVU&feature=youtu.be
You have asked if the Chamber can provide a resource to guide you through the upcoming changes in healthcare. Stay tuned: I'm looking into it for you!
Last month, I promised (warned??) that your inboxes would be busy! True to my word, we have sent information about many opportunities and happenings. Please forward this information to anyone interested in learning more about the Chamber. If someone else in your business/ organization should be on our distribution list, contact us!
More of what's happening:
--The deadline to be included in Ohio magazine's coop advertising page in the AURORA Best Hometown ISSUE in November is fast approaching! Contact Betsy Brock @ (330)620-5450 or bbrock@ohiomagazine.com to reserve your space today. A mock-up of the ad can be found here: Sample of OH Magazine ad---Business and Person of the Year nomination forms are due Tuesday, October 8: Please see below to download Nomination Forms. The Board of Directors will select award recipients from YOUR submissions, so consider this TODAY!
-- Candidate's Night will this Tuesday, October 8, 5:30pm-8pm at Sun Valley Party Center. Register now at www.allaboutaurora.com and join us to meet and hear from Mayoral and Council candidates. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE OF CHARGE: PASS IT ON! --Registration is open for our Tuesday, October 15 3Chamber Luncheon, hosted by Solon Chamber of Commerce. The speaker will be Marcus Glover, GM of Horseshow Casino Cleveland.
--An exciting Business After Hours will be hosted by Platinum Chamber Sponsor The Atrium at Anna Maria. Celebrate Reflections, the new assisted living memory care lifestyle center, from4-7 pm Thursday, October 17. See below to register and for more information.
--It's almost time for Aurora's Favorite Things! Download your form now to let us know your business/organization will be included in this perennial favorite. Need more info? Check out www.allaboutaurora.com or ask me! Business commitments are needed immediately; deadline to be included is October 30, 2013. Online luncheon registration will open after our October 3Chamber Luncheon. --It's invoicing time! We are so grateful for your investment in your Chamber of Commerce. Invoices and sponsorship opportunity information for 2014 are being prepared now. Please contact us if you have questions about your membership, or suggestions as to how we can maximize member benefits!
--NEW in 2014: a 3Chamber Women's Expo will be held at Cleveland Clinic's beautiful Twinsburg facility Thursday, January 30, 2014. This exciting collaborative event will offer ideas for a "New Year, New You!". Interested? See the linked form and let me know!
Wait, there's more....
WOW: lots more. Get your calendars ready and check out the rest of this newsletter! Great things are happening with our members. Got news to share? Send it our way and we'll get it out there.
One last thing...
I opened this newsletter referencing integrity, and will close it the same way. Executive Assistant Lisa Dreimiller is leaving her position with the Chamber effective Friday, October 11. Lisa has served the Chamber with an abundance of skill and integrity for 3 1/2 years. I am thankful for all she has contributed to the Chamber's success.
Lisa will be in the office 9am-2pm M-F next week, so please feel free to email (assistant@allaboutaurora.com), call, or stop by to wish her the very best.
Now let's get busy......there is much to do!
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2013 Person & Business of the Year Nominations . . .
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When you think of all the best things about our community, is there someone whose name jumps out as their embodiment? Is there someone generous and helpful, who is always giving of their time and talent? If someone comes to mind, take a minute NOW and nominate them as Person of the Year. This award is given to recognize the contribution of a person who exemplifies civic awareness, demonstrates leadership and works for the betterment of the Aurora community.
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Print Nomination Form
Does your place of employment, or that of a customer, or vendor, embody the best of the best in business? Nominate them TODAY for Business of the Year. This award is given to recognize the contribution of a local business, organization, or agency who has made a positive contribution to fostering and promoting business vitality in Aurora, making Aurora a better place to work, live and raise our families.
Nominations due by Tuesday, October 8, 2013
2012 Person of the Year:
Lynn McGill
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2012 Business of the Year:
The UPS Store
Chris & Trudy Capel
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FREE to the Public - Registration Requested
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October 3Chamber Networking Luncheon
Aurora-Solon-Twinsburg Chambers of Commerce
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Signature of Solon
Topic: HORSESHOE Cleveland
Hear About the Economic Impact of the
Casino on Cleveland and Northeast Ohio
Marcus Glover is Senior Vice President & General Manager of Horseshoe Cleveland, the $350 million casino development in downtown Cleveland's Historic Higbee Building which opened in May 2012.
Luncheon Sponsor:
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Anna Maria of Aurora
is proud to invite the Business Community to a "Business After Hours" at The Atrium at Anna Maria Reflections
Thursday, October 17, 2013
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm The Atrium at Anna Maria 889 N. Aurora Road Aurora, OH 44202 www.AtriumLiving.com
Experience the Assisted Living Memory Care, Reflections lifestyle. Learn all that the Reflections Program has to offer, enjoy delicious appetizers, lavish wines, and delicious desserts. Tours will be available. REGISTER ONLINE
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AURORA'S FAVORITE THINGS LUNCHEON
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
11:30 am to 1:15 pm
Aurora Library Gallery Aurora Community Theatre SIGN UP SOON to participate as one of Aurora's Favorite Things! REGISTRATION FORM
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1st Annual 3Chamber Women's Expo!
FREE Admission to the Public
Thursday, January 30, 2014
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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T'Cakes and Pumpkin Seed Bakery
FALL OPEN HOUSE Cake Tasting Event
Saturday, October 5, 2013
11:00 am to 3:00 pm 238 E. Garfield Rd. Aurora, OH 44202 44.382.2309 www.twcakes.com
Fall Confections and Cake Samples!Cake samples will be served in their lovely event room.
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Portage Animal Protective League
A New "Leash" on Life - Always Bet on Black
Portage APL wants to find loving homes for as many dogs and cats as possible. So, for the entire month of October, they will run two adoption promotions. Dog adoptions are $150 and come with a free, brand new leash, collar and toy! And all black cats are only $25.
For more information, please call the Portage Animal Protective League at 330.296.4022 or follow them on facebook to see daily news and stories. Portage Animal Protective League8122 Infirmary Road Ravenna, OH 44266 330.296.4022
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Antiques Appraisal Fair
Consignment Shop and Cafe
Sponsored by The Atrium at Anna Maria of Aurora
Saturday, October 12, 2013
10:00 am to 3:00 pm Aurora Memorial Library 115 East Pioneer Trail Aurora, OH 44202
$5.00 Admission includes One Appraisal* or $10.00 Admission includes Three Appraisals* *Uncertified Appraisals. Tickets available at the door or by calling: 330.995.3336
Consignment Shop Information: 330.562.6496 More information: www.AuroraHistorical.org_____________________________________________
All About the Foxy Fox
Saturday, October 12, 2013
3:00 pm Moebius Nature Center 929 E. Mennonite Rd., Aurora, OH 44202
(E. Mennonite Rd., up the hill from Sunny Lake Park on your left)
The beautiful fox is a common sight this fall and what better way to celebrate this wonderful mammal than to host a Foxy Fox craft and story time. We'll learn all about the fox and get a chance to experience their keen sense of smell. Next we'll create fox masks, full decorated and the perfect accessory for a short walk to look for a fox habitat. Then we'll wrap-up our fox time together with a special story.
Register today at www.mymnc.org before the event or join us on site.
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Charm Salon & Boutique
is partnering with Stepping Stones Pathway to collect
2013 new or used blankets!
Charm is looking for 20 organizations or individuals to help collect 100 blankets each for the City Mission, Laura's Home and Haven of Rest.
Donations are due by Friday, October 18, 2013
Contact Jackie Lowry: 330.562.0144
14 New Hudson Road, Suite D, Aurora, OH 44202
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Join Home Instead as they celebrate the opening of their
CAREGIVER TRAINING & COMMUNITY
RESOURCE CENTER
Thursday, October 17, 2013
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Open House 6:00 pm: Family Education Workshop 705 Oakwood Street, Suite 107 Ravenna, OH 44266, Aurora, OH 44202
Meet their Staff and enjoy light refreshments.
6:00 pm: Family Education Workshop Alzheimer's Disease or Other Dementias - If you are caring for an aging parent or relative with Alzheimer's disease this workshop is for you. This workshop will cover how to: manage behaviors, encourage engagement, care for yourself while caring for a loved one.
For more information contact: Home Instead Senior Care Ravenna/Kent: 330.297.1700 Aurora: 330.995.1522 www.HomeInstead.com
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HALLOWEEN CABARET NIGHT
at
PETALS AND PEARLS
BOUTIQUE
Please join us for HALLOWEEN CABARET night featuring the talented students of the Aurora School of Music on Thursday, October 31st. Stop by for a SWEET TREAT and wonderful performances between 7:00 pm-9:00 pm.
Petals and Pearls Boutique 170 S.Chillicothe Rd (corner of W.Pioneer), Aurora, OH 44202 (330) 954-1815
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