The Holiday Open House comes back to the chamber.

In The Know

The Weekly Newsletter of The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce

November 10, 2017

Honoring & Remembering Our Veterans

The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce salutes all veterans and thanks them for the sacrifices made to protect our country, its citizens and the freedoms that each of us enjoys.

"The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war."

General Douglas MacArthur

Today's Featured Video

20 Tips for Better Time Management

It'll Only Take 2 Minutes of Your Day to Watch This

Most of us struggle to master our schedule. In trying to accomplish so much, we end up falling behind, frustrating and discouraging even our most valiant efforts at success. In this week's video, Entrepreneur presents 20 tips for better time management. And the best part is, you'll only need a minute or two to watch this.

Eat, Drink & Be Local This

Holiday Season

A big thank-you to Hauser's Furniture, a proud sponsor of the 2017 "Shift Your Shopping" campaign to encourage local spending this holiday season. Check out the complete list of buy local programs and events by clicking here . Interested in becoming involved? There are still sponsorship and volunteer opportunities available for you and your employees. Contact the chamber for details.

The Annual Holiday Open House Comes Home!

The Chamber is pleased to announce its 2017 Holiday Open House, which will be held on Thursday, December 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its offices at 630 Market Street in downtown Steubenville.

The Holiday Open House is a tradition that dates back to the 1980's. The Jefferson County Historical Museum served as the location for many years and then other local businesses generously hosted including the IBEW Local #246 and Create-A-Room, now Ferguson's House of Furniture, in Wintersville who partnered with Riesbeck's to host this popular holiday event.

This year, the Holiday Open House comes back home to the Chamber. If you've never visited the Chamber offices before, this is your chance to find out where we are and what all we have to offer. It's also a chance to show off our facilities and boardroom, which have undergone some major improvements over the past few years.

There is no set program so stop by any time for a snack, lunch, a hot or cold beverage or just to say hello. And don't forget the annual "Ugly Get-Up" contest with the winner taking home a $50 gift card and the traveling trophy. There's no charge, but we do ask that you RSVP so we plan for food and drink accordingly. Please RSVP by clicking here .

This Month at Safety Council: WTOV's Jeff Oechslein!

This Wednesday at the Chamber's monthly Safety Council Luncheon, Meteorologist Jeff Oechslein from WTOV9 will be the featured speaker, giving an interesting and fun presentation on Weather Safety. Jeff will focus on severe weather and winter weather, including what constitutes a severe thunderstorm, winter weather advisories, winter storm watches and warnings, and wind chill advisories. Jeff will also discuss how he expects this winter to play out as far as snow and temperatures go.

Mama G's Catering will be providing a Thanksgiving feast with all the fixins. Registration begins at 12 p.m. and the presentation will start at 12:30. For more information or to RSVP, please see the "Mark Your Calendar" section below.

Member Morsels

Remember to visit individual member websites by clicking on the business name or logo.

Sienna Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation will be holding a Chili Cook-Off and Vendor/Craft Show on Saturday, November 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 250 Cadiz Rd. in Wintersville. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Michelle Bowman at 740-264-5245 or by email here .

On Saturday, November 11, The Center of Music and Art at 246 Main Street in Wintersville will present a Drum Circle Jam from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. hosted by drummer and percussionist Bill Cashdollar. Bring your Djembe, Cajon, Conga, Bongo, or any other hand drum, and experience the magic of the drum circle. Led by CMA percussion instructor Bill Cashdollar, this drum circle will play unison and split rhythms, as well as call-and-response and traded solos. No experience necessary, just bring your drum and be ready to play!

On Thursday, November 16, The Inn at Franciscan Square at 200 Franciscan Square in Steubenville will be holding its 1st Anniversary Celebration from 4 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Tours will be given, refreshments will be served, and there will be prizes awarded. For more information, please contact Nicole Adamski at 740-792-8050 or by email here .

The Ohio Valley Cloak & Dagger Company , in partnership with Striplight Theatre , will present a Thanksgiving-themed "Cloak & Dagger On the Air" on Saturday, November 18, at 8 p.m. at The Ashley Marie Theatre, located at 3383 Main Street in Weirton. Featuring the debut of an original radio play, "Welcome to the Family" by Pete Fernbaugh, and live commercial skits for sponsors Saxon Jewelers and Iconic , with special guest star Cathie Caranda of Graphics in Print , tickets are $7 for general admission and $5 for seniors and students and can be purchased at the door, picked up at the Business Development Corporation , or reserved by calling (724) 255-5911.

On Saturday, November 18, Valley Wine Cellar , located at 193 Main Street in Wintersville, will be hosting a Holiday Open House from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy free wine and beer and get a taste of the Season while you shop. Start on your gift list, create a personalized gift basket, or get a gift card that is sure to please. There will be a free gift with each purchase. For more information, please call 740-264-5100.

Mama G's Catering will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21, to celebrate its grand opening in Toronto. Located at 206 North 4th Street, Mama G's Catering is a full-line caterer that will cater at your home or your business or on-site at Hellenic Hall (in Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church) in downtown Steubenville. All of Mama G's food is homemade, just like Mama used to make. Tours will be offered following the ribbon-cutting. For more information on the event, please contact Matt Parise at 740-632-0323 or by email here .

Steubenville Lights Up the Night! on Tuesday, November 21, with the Grand Opening of the 2017 Steubenville Nutcracker Village and Advent Market from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at S. 3rd and Market Streets. There will be live music and entertainment as Mayor Mucci and the leaders of the Nutcracker Village gather to welcome visitors and jointly light Steubenville's 35-foot-tall Christmas Tree in the fountain plaza of Fort Steuben Park. Free treats for the kids will be handed out in the green space by the city building at 5 p.m., and Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at 5:35 with a Christmas Program at 5:45. The lighting of the Christmas Tree will take place at 6:30. The full Nutcracker Village schedule may be viewed here or print and share the complete schedule by clicking here .

Don't miss a favorite fall event as the Steubenville Lions Club hosts its 23rd Annual Ohio State vs. Michigan Tailgate Party on Saturday, November 25, at Froehlich's Classic Corner in downtown Steubenville. Things get started 30 minutes before kickoff and last until the end of the game. Just $60 includes an all-you-can-eat buffet, drinks for two, and the chance to win cash in the reverse raffle. Come out for this great event that supports the programs of the Steubenville Lions Club . For tickets, contact Rikki Kamarados at Downtown Bakery at 740-632-4311 or Domenick Mucci at 740-381-7928.

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Monthly Luncheon

Hellenic Hall at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

12 p.m. Registration

12:30 p.m. Presentation

300 South 4th Street, Steubenville

$15 per person - all welcome. You need not be a Safety Council member.

Full Thanksgiving Dinner provided by Mama G's Catering

Please register in advance by calling 740-282-6226

Featured Speaker: Meteorologist Jeff Oechslein, WTOV9

Small Business Start Up Classes

Jefferson County Chamber Offices

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

630 Market Street, Steubenville

Please use the rear entrance.

$30 Chamber members

$40 Non-Chamber members

Please register in advance by calling 740-282-6226. Led by Joe Belinsky, Business Advisor, Small Business Development Centers of Ohio (SBDC)

Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 25th, 2017

Help us kick off a season of buying locally as we host "Shift Your Shopping" stations throughout the county.

Fresh coffee, doughnuts, shopping bags, coupons and more will be handed out by volunteers to encourage local buying. Watch your mail and the weekly, "In The Know" for details. Volunteers needed and welcomed.

Click here for the complete 2017 list of "Shift Your Shopping" programs and events.

To RSVP or get more information on any Chamber event, please visit the Chamber website and click on the event you wish to view on the scrolling event calendar. Or print a hard copy by clicking the button below.

November 2017 Chamber Calendar

Around the State. Around the Country.

Up-to-Date Information from the Ohio and United States Chamber of Commerce

Final Thoughts on 2017 Election

Here are some final thoughts on what was learned from the 2017 election.

By now, you’ve seen Tuesday night’s election results. The votes on the two ballot issues were among the most lopsided ever.

Today’s Cleveland Plain Dealer offers some insight on why Issue 2 failed, a key component being widespread voter skepticism regarding the proposal. If you missed it, here’s our Ohio Chamber 2017 Election Night Blog

Nationally, the Columbus Dispatch talked about what the Democrat gains in Virginia could mean for 2018 contests in Ohio. An easy victory in the gubernatorial race and a historic shift to a near 50-50 split in the House of Delegates will give pundits and strategists a lot to discuss in the lead up to 2018. Mirroring Ohio, the VA House GOP held a 66-seat majority (out of 100) heading In to Tuesday. They’re now looking at a 50-50 tie. My question is, who came up with an even number for the House of Delegates?…. looking at you, Founding Fathers!

Read the article in its entirety by clicking here .

Reform the Tax Code and

Investment Will Be Unleashed

Reform the tax code, and investments will follow. That’s what AT&T said when it said it would invest an additional $1 billion in the U.S. economy – if Congress and the Trump administration deliver on their tax reform promise. AT&T’s commitment shows that if Congress follows through on its promises, businesses will invest more.

Congress hasn’t overhauled the tax code in 31 years, a reality businesses are painfully aware of. Today’s uncompetitive corporate system actually discourages investment in U.S. workers and communities. But the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will reform the tax code and end the era of sky-high corporate tax rates by lowering rates for businesses from 35% to 20%. Along with other key changes, this will free U.S. businesses to invest more in creating jobs and growing paychecks for their workers. As AT&T Chairman and CEO Randall Stephenson said in his announcement:

By immediately lowering the corporate tax rate to 20%, this bill will stimulate investment, job creation and economic growth in the United States.

Read the article in its entirety by clicking here .

The Library Link

Great Books About Business With Just A Click

Your link to success begins at the library. Each week in "In The Know,"

The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will directly connect

you to a business book or magazine that will inspire, teach, inform, or elevate you, professionally and personally. This week's book is:

Social Media Marketing All-in-One for Dummies

by Jan Zimmerman

Marketing your business through social media isn't an option these days—it's absolutely imperative. In this new edition of the bestselling Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies , you'll get comprehensive, expert guidance on how to use the latest social media platforms to promote your business, reach customers, and thrive in the global marketplace.

View or download the book by clicking here .

Today in History

- November 10, 1954 -

The United States Marine Corps War Memorial was dedicated in Arlington County, Virginia, by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on the 179th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps. Inspired by the ionic flag-raising photo on Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima, as captured by photographer Joe Rosenthal of the Associated Press (see the Veterans Day dedication in this newsletter), and sculpted by Felix W. de Weldon, the Memorial is 78 feet tall and cost $850,000, all of which "was donated by the U.S. Marines, friends of the Marine Corps, and members of the Naval Service," according to the National Park Service . For more information on the Memorial, check out this article from the day of the dedication.