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Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Inc.

This week's member spotlight shines on Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Inc., headquarterd at 455 Court Street in Binghamton.

Their mission is to advance the health and well-being of rural people and communities.

Their vision of success: is working toward optimal individual and community health and wellness, supported by:

  • Individuals and families with adequate and affordable health insurance;
  • Accessible, efficient, and collaborative health and human service delivery systems driven by best practice models; and
  • Reduction in health disparities for the most vulnerable populations.

They work to eliminate barriers between rural residents and the health care they need.

For more information contact Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Inc. at 607-692-7669 or visit them online by clicking here.
Chamber Announces New 2022-23 Directors
 
The Chamber announced the appointment of new directors, elected by its membership, at a meeting held April 21. Directors include:
 
Valerie Nichols. Nichols is the customer service manager at Delhi Telephone Company.
 
Kelsey Earl. Earl is a Business Account Representative at Margaretville Telephone Company.
 
Jacob Sackett. Jacob Sackett is the co-owner of Bovina Farm and Fermentory, a small permaculture farm and market. practices law with an emphasis on real estate, estate planning, and matrimonials.

Seth Wildenstein. Seth Wildenstein is a Certified Hospital Emergency Coordinator and is the Director of Support Services at UHS Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton.
 
Seth Blocker. Blocker operates a chiropractic office in Delhi.

The Chamber board of directors offers a heartfelt thanks to outgoing President Todd Pascarella who is leaving the board as his term has expired. Under Todd's leadership the Chamber has taken leaps forward in engaging the business community and taking a responsive and proactive role in advocacy. We send best wishes to Todd and his family in their future endeavors.

The Chamber is focused on key areas, including community and economic development, advocacy, tourism promotion, and business engagement, and partners with municipal leaders, community organizations, and local companies to present a unified voice of business for the improvement of the community.
 Wednesday, June 8
The College Golf Course at Delhi
9:00 am Scramble Start

$400 Captain and Crew
18 Holes with Cart | Breakfast and Lunch
Driving Range | Practice Green
Contests! Prizes! Awards!

To register a team or to become a sponsor click here
Join us for Breakfast
Friday, May 20, 2022
8:30 to 10:00 am
The Hamden Inn & Lounge
35769 NY-10, Hamden, NY 13782
Hamden, NY 13782
 
Cost: $20 per person. 
Start your day with a little productive and profitable networking!

Our monthly Third Friday Business & Breakfast is a terrific opportunity to network before your workday begins. Make new business connections, brush-up your existing contacts, meet new and old friends, and keep current on what's happening in our region. 

Cost is $20 per person and includes a buffet breakfast, networking with other business owners and an informational session!

We will continue our look at workforce issues with Misty Fields of SUNY Delhi Office of Professional Studies. Misty will discuss how to create training programs - both in-person and online - that will engage your staff and prepare them for the tasks needed in your business.
Business After Hours

Give your business a boost by attending our Business After Hours events and network with Chamber members and other business owners. Bring business cards and be ready to connect with new contacts and referrals.

When: May 10
Where: Roman Roaster Coffee, 5 1/2 Main Street, Delhi
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Roman Roaster Coffee owner Andrea Ghersi will be our host. Andrea roasts and blends coffee in the Italian tradition at his facility at the Business Center in Delhi. He will share with you his passion for coffee and how he creates his distinctive products. Tours and samples will be available.

When: May 17
Where: Bovina Center Montessori School, 2121 County Highway 5, Bovina Center
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Montessori School founders Sophie Wallas Rasmussen and David Madie will be our hosts. Meet faculty and staff and learn about their passion for farm-based education, tour the classrooms, and learn more about the future plans for this unique institution. The Bovina Center Montessori School enrolled its first class in September 2021 and is expanding to include a middle school for this fall. 

When: June 7
Where: Dirt Road Camp, 487 Dirt Road, Delancey
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Dirt Road Camp owners Laura LaSpaluto and Brad Lockwood will be our hosts.  Opened in 2019, Dirt Road Camp began as a vision to create a serene, private and primitive campground that offers guests a true escape into the wilderness. Brad and Laura will tell us how they transformed their passion for off-grid living to a highly popular destination. 
Tours and refreshments will be available.
Please note: A four-wheel-drive vehicle may be advisable if it rains shortly before the event date.

Click here to register for each or every event!
MEMBER EVENTS
Notary Public Class in Delhi May 10
Participants will be expertly prepared to handily pass the required, proctored state Notary Public written examination after this class which reviews necessary practices to correctly and ethically perform legal duties in a professional manner.
Class is held on May 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bluestone Banquet Room in Delhi. This workshop is hosted by SUNY Delhi’s Office of Continuing Education and Professional Studies.
Register here.
ServeSafe Certification Course in Delhi, May 16

SUNY Delhi is offering an eight-hour ServSafe certification course on May 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This eight-hour course includes instruction of ServSafe protocols and standards followed by participants testing for their certification all in one session.

The cost for this training and certification is $199 for a single participant and is for both first time and renewal certification participants.

Bluestone (Conference Room) 85 Scotch Mountain Road, Delhi.

Register here.
Kappa Sigma Epsilon Hosts Golf Tournament to Benefit T2T

Kappa Sigma Epsilon fraternity at SUNY Delhi hosts its annual golf tournament benefitting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation on June 3 at the College Golf Course at Delhi.
A special feature of this year's event is an online auction.

More information and registration here.
MEMBER NEWS
Margaretville Hospital and Mountainside Residential Care Center are vital to our community with many exciting things happening. 
We love telling everyone about your events and company news.
Send your announcements to info@delawarecounty.org.
The Delaware County Chamber is a private, non-governmental, not-for-profit membership organization. We believe that thriving communities begin with prosperous businesses. By taking action in three key areas--advocate, connect, and grow--the Chamber is a unified voice of business for the improvement of our communities.
5 1/2 Main Street
Delhi, New York 13753

Give Us A Call: 607.746.2281