Two big events coming up!
Business After Hours
Wednesday, June 8 | 5:00-7:00pm
at New Park

See what's behind the fence at New Park! Join us for Business After Hours THIS WEDNESDAY from 5-7pm. Tour the grounds, connect with your community, and enjoy refreshments from Asempe Kitchen, VanNoble Farms, Liquid State Brewing, and Bet the Farm Winery.

Annual Celebration & Award Ceremony
Thursday, June 16 | 11:00am-1:00pm
at Emerson Suites, Ithaca College

This year's Annual Celebration & Award Ceremony is a bruncheon! We will celebrate our accomplishments from the past year, recognize award winners, and begin our 125th Anniversary celebrations!

Congratulations to our award winners!

Entrepreneur of the Year
Salt Point Brewing Company
Not-for-Profit of the Year
Paleontological Research Institute (PRI)
Distinguished Business of the Year
Cayuga Health System
Noel Desch Key Person of the Year
Aly Evans
Howard Cogan Tourism Award
Finger Lakes Land Trust
Welcome, Mary Holland-Bavis!
Our New Event & Program Manager

We welcome our new Event & Program Manager, Mary Holland-Bavis! Mary has many years of event and program experience working in higher ed, most recently as a key member of the Office of Student Engagement team at Ithaca College. Mary impressed us with her enthusiasm, commitment to the community, and passion for creating unique experiences and effective programs for stakeholders. Give Mary a warm welcome when you see her at our upcoming events!
Member News, Updates & Resources
Ed Sneddon Memorial Adult/Youth Golf Event
Saturday, June 11 - 9:00am Shot Gun Start
at Newman Golf Course 

Come participate in the Friends of CCHY golf event! All teams must have one youth and one adult.

Questions? Contact Gale Smith, (607) 277-4136, m.gale.smith.930@gmail.com, or Theresa Albert, (607) 274-5310, talbert@tompkins-co.org.
Trumansburg Porchfest + 150th Celebration!
Saturday, June 11 | 12:00-6:30pm
throughout the Village of Trumansburg

Join the Trumansburg community for its annual do-it yourself music festival, featuring free shows on porches all over the neighborhood from 12-5pm. Then join in the celebration as we dance in the street for Trumansburg's 150th Anniversary! The Sim Redmond Band will play a free concert on Union Street (with the Trumansburg Conservatory as the rain location). There will also be an aerial photo of the community gathering at 6pm.
United Way Celebration 2022
Thursday, June 16 | 3:00-5:00pm
at Stewart Park's Large Pavilion

Join United Way as they Celebrate their 100th anniversary. Celebration 2022 will be a lively event featuring Cornell Dairy Ice Cream, interactive stations, and-most importantly-an opportunity to connect in person!
Camp Comstock Community Open House
Thursday, June 16 | 4:30-6:30pm

Local Girl Scout alums and members of the Ithaca community are invited to historic Camp Comstock on Cayuga Lake for an exclusive adults-only gathering and one-of-a-kind experience. RSVP by June 9. Questions? Contact Director of Development JoAnne Morak at jmorak@gsnypenn.org.
Special Olympics 2022 State Summer Games
Friday & Saturday, June 24-25
at various venues throughout Ithaca

Volunteers needed from Opening Ceremonies Friday night to thrilling competition in 8 sports Saturday, State Games–an event you won’t want to miss! Volunteer as an individual here. Groups looking to volunteer should contact Sara Massa, smassa@nyso.org.
Affordable Housing

For artists seeking affordable housing in Ithaca, the ArtHaus has a gallery and arts studio on the ground floor, both run by the Cherry Arts. There are about 5-10 apartments that will be available in the next month or two. It’s a great opportunity for artists to find affordable rent in Ithaca and to build an arts community in the building where they live. Eligibility information found here.
Job Posts
Please, share with appropriate referrals/candidates!


Hiring? Send us a link to your job posting at npotenza@tompkinschamber.org, AND tag #workinithaca when you post on social media.
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Our team is here to help.
Just call the Chamber at 607-273-7080, or email us at info@tompkinschamber.org. For specific need areas:

Sarah Barden, Member Relationship Manager
Shelby Green, Office Assistant
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Mary Holland-Bavis, Events & Programs Manager
Cloud Kelley, Business & Workforce Development Specialist
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 9am-5pm (Fri. 9am-3pm) for pick up or delivery, and our entire team is available by appointment. Please call 607-273-7080 during normal business hours.
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