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Sept 8 @ 5-6pm
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Sept 15 @ 12-1pm

Sept. 17 @ 3-4:30pm

Sept. 22 @ 9-10:30am
Join the Tompkins Chamber
& CVB Board of Directors!

The Tompkins Chamber & CVB are searching for a few new board members to support the organization’s staff in serving our members and tourism partners, realizing our vision and mission, and increasing our economic impact in the community. We seek board members who share our commitments to fostering sustainable economic growth, improving quality of life, and to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and community. If you’re interested in Board service with the Chamber & CVB, please read more at the link below! 
Recap of Last Week's Events
We celebrated the new location of Tioga State Bank lending offices with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday!
We also had a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the new and larger space for Hair Color Art in Press Bay Court.
We had a great turn out for Networking at Noon event on Thursday at La Tourelle, focusing on the Real Estate and Housing industry.
Don't miss the next Business After Hours on October 13
hosted by South Hill Cider
FREE Movie at Cinemapolis
The Karate Kid
Friday, August 27 at 7:30pm

We will end our annual summer movie series, with a special screening hosted at Cinemapolis. Movies are always free and family-friendly, thanks to our presenting sponsor, Chemung Canal Trust Company, along with support from CSP Management! Cinemapolis' concessions will be open and offering refreshments for sale.
Member Updates, News & Events
Hangar Outdoors: An Odyssey
August 26 - September 4
A community-created theatrical spectacular! Co-production with The Cherry Arts & Hangar Theatre by Samuel Buggeln. Starring Cynthia Henderson and 18 community members! Pay What You Will tickets are now available for every performance.
Silent Movie Under the Stars
Saturday, August 28 at 8-10pm
A recently-restored SHERLOCK HOLMES (1916) is featured with a recorded original soundtrack by the Neil Brand Ensemble. Bring a picnic, lawn chair, and blanket and enjoy the views of Cayuga Lake. The event is FREE and for all ages.
American Red Cross
We find ourselves in continued EMERGENCY APPEAL for all blood types, especially O type donors. Donors can help ensure blood is on hospital shelves at a moment’s notice by making an appointment to give now. Visit www.redcrossblood.org for upcoming blood drives and available appointment slots in the Ithaca area.
Have news to share? Email npotenza@tompkinschamber.org to have it included in the Chambergram!
Business Resources & Important Reminders
Reminder: Deadline Approaching for Hero Act Employee Notification
As we have previously shared, the HERO Act requires employers to adopt and maintain an airborne infectious disease prevention plan to be implemented when an airborne infectious disease is designated by the New York State Commissioner of Health as a “highly contagious communicable disease that presents a serious risk of harm to the public health.” The deadline for communicating the existence of your plan to your employees is Saturday, September 4, 2021.
Reminder: Get Your PPP Loan Forgiven
Under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) created by the CARES Act, loans may be forgiven if borrowers use the proceeds to maintain their payrolls and pay other specified expenses.
 
Those businesses that borrowed $150,000 or less must apply for loan forgiveness with the lender that processed the loan or use the Small Business Administration's online direct forgiveness portal. Businesses that borrowed more than $150,000 must apply directly with the lender that processed the loan.
 
The US Chamber has put together a step-by-step guide to PPP Loan Forgiveness, which can be seen here.
The On-the-Job Training Grant Program funding is intended to support people in recovery receiving educational and training supports, new or expanded job opportunities, and maintaining a recovery friendly employer base in Tompkins County. The Chamber and program partners still have over $75,000 in funding available.
Member Job Postings
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.
View COVID-19 Business Resources
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
Carly Hansen, Director of Operations & HR
Diane Hemly, Office Manager & Bookkeeper
Nana Potenza, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer Tavares, CEcD, President & CEO
David Walton, Event & Program Manager

Note: Our East Shore Dr. office is staffed most weekdays from 10-4pm 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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