November 5th

Chamber Member News & Events: The Next Update Deadline is November 4th. Please send us your news, events, and announcements before noon that day for inclusion in the next electronic newsletter to be emailed on November 5th. The electronic newsletter is emailed twice a month, on the first & and third Tuesdays. So be sure to email all of your events to the Chamber Office before the deadline. Click to send us an email of your next event directly HERE

Chamber News

In this Edition

Chamber News

Member News

Help Wanted

Community News

Reccuring Events

Events for 2024 for your calendars


Nov. 11th -Veterans Day Observance at Mecklenburg County Veterans Memorial Monument in Clarksville– 11 Am.

Nov. 24th -Christmas Holiday Open House

Nov. 24th-Grand Illumination Tree lighting- 6 pm Downtown Clarksville

Dec. 6th-Clarksville’s Annual Christmas Parade– 6:30 PM APP HERE

Dec.12 Chamber Christmas Social

MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS:

November 5th

The House of Prayer invites everyone to a Community Meal Wednesday, November 6th.

We will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal at the church, beginning at 6pm until 8pm. Please plan to join us for food and great fellowship. Hope to see you there! 6793 Hwy 58 Buffalo Junction, VA 24529

Pick up chili from 2:00-5:00 pm. Price: $9 per quart for pre-orders or $10 per quart on the day of. November 9th at 2 pm

Veterans Day Observance at Mecklenburg County Veterans Memorial Monument in Clarksville November 11th—11 am. All 3rd-grade students in Mecklenburg Co. and the public are invited. Honoring all veterans from all wars. 434-374-2995. Bring Lawn Chairs.

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is offering FREE diabetes group classes on November 12th and November 19th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The diabetes group classes are available to help you and your loved ones learn to monitor your blood glucose levels, take medication appropriately, plan nutritious meals and snacks, make exercise an important part of your life, manage stress, set goals, understand weight management, and prevent complications related to diabetes.

Both classes are needed to complete the session. For more information or to register, call 434-517-3846.

The Corner at Two One Six


We are excited about our November Class Schedule! On November 16 we will have yoga with our beloved yoga instructors, Kelly and Catherine. Yoga begins at 10:30 am.

On Wednesday, November 20, Cutting is returning for our second ever Tai Chi class.

Tai Chi begins at 6:30 pm.

All classes are $15 and all levels of experience are welcome! Build upon your current practice or try something new!! 

Fri, Nov 8 at 6 PM

The Tobacco Road Band

Event by Buggs Island Brewing Company LLC


Fri, Nov 15 at 6 PM

Live Music with Morgan Maddox

101 East 2nd Street, Clarksville, VA 

Mark your calendars!

Occoneechee State Park Turkey Trot!

In honor of our veterans.

Come out and enjoy your park! Join us for fun, exercise, crafts, games and prizes. All ages can participate. Walk. Run. Hop, skip or crawl. Costumes and well mannered pets are welcome too.

Rain or shine.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16

Registration - 9:30 am

1 Mile Fun Run - 10 am

5K* - 11 am

Crafts & Games throughout the event!

Entry fee is $7/vehicle for park entrance fee which can be waived with a donation of 4 cans of food, preferably Thanksgiving cuisine. All donations to benefit the local Food Bank.

Pre-Registration is appreciated. To register, call the Park Office at 434/374-2210.

*Please note that this race is not officially timed or measured.

The Turkey Trot is back for 2024! Only $15 till October 6th! We are looking for sponsors for the race this year! With food prices food banks are running out of food and struggling to keep up with demand. Do you know 1 in 2 people in Halifax County qualify for food assistance?

Please think about being a sponsor, 100% of the sponsorship money goes to food insecurity. We are asking $250 to be on the shirts as a business sponsor or $100 as an individual name but any amount is appreciated.

The best way is to sign up to run or walk the race! You get a t-shirt, timing chip bib, and our Turkey Trot socks! Information below!

Donate:

https://runsignup.com/.../SouthBo.../HalifaxCountyTurkeyTrot

If doing check, see below:

Make checks payable to Mettle Events Foundation and mail to 239 Turkey Ridge Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903.

Sign-Up to Walk/Run:

https://runsignup.com/.../SouthBo.../HalifaxCountyTurkeyTrot

Matt Abbott, a Revolutionary War reenactor and Curator of the South Boston Museum, will be appearing at the Clarksville Regional Museum on Saturday November 23rd, from 1-4P.M. to portray a Soldier from the Revolutionary War. The Museum has planned this event in honor of all veterans, especially those from Mecklenburg county Everyone is invited to come and meet an historian who will bring to life one of the heroes who overcame overwhelming odds to secure the liberties we so often take for granted.

Join us for the ultimate pre-Thanksgiving party at Buggs Island Brewing! On Wednesday, November 27th, we’re celebrating the season with live music from Alex Lawhon, cold brews, and ALL the flannel vibes.

We want to see you in your best flannel gear—shirts, scarves, hats, you name it! Let's get cozy, sip on some craft beer, and kick off the holiday weekend right.

Live Music to keep the good times rolling

Cold BIB brews to keep you refreshed

Flannel fashion to keep you warm and stylish!

Come hang with us on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and enjoy a night of great music, good friends, and cozy flannel feels. It’s the perfect way to start your holiday!

Cooper's Landing Inn & Traveler's Tavern

Let us take the work out of this year’s HOLIDAY season…

Join us for a decadent Thanksgiving Feast Thurs. November 28th – We will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal with gourmet flair. We will even box the leftovers for you to take home for turkey sandwiches! Call to reserve you table… Seating will begin at 11:00am. Price per person: 4 Courses, Adult – $58.00, 2 Courses, Children Under 10 – $20.00

Plus Tax and Gratuity

SOVA RISE Collaborative


New Resource Alert! Our partner, Crater APEX Accelerator will begin offering free, 1-on-1 consulting on government contracting for businesses of all types, in the 2nd Wednesday of each month, at the SOVA Innovation Hub, starting November 13th!


Global Entrepreneurship Week - Overview of Retire Path Virginia

Join Peter Thompson as he provides an overview of the RetirePath Virginia program. Learn why this retirement initiative was created, who qualifies to participate, and how employers can facilitate or register for the program. This session is perfect for anyone interested in understanding how RetirePath can benefit businesses and employees in preparing for a secure financial future.


Date and Time

Monday Nov 18, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Monday, November 18th

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location

SOVA Innovation Hub

715 Wilborn Ave.

South Boston


Global Entrepreneurship Week - Unlocking Your Business Potential: How to Claim and Optimize Your Online Business Profile

Join Peter Raines for an engaging, hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to effectively claim your online business profile and optimize it for maximum visibility in local search results. Whether you’re a business owner or a marketer, this session will provide actionable strategies to help you stand out online, attract more customers, and grow your business.

Join Peter Raines for an e.

What You’ll Learn:

• Claiming Your Online Business Profile: A step-by-step guide to ensuring your business is accurately represented online,

including tips for navigating the video verification process.

• Optimization Strategies for Success: Learn how to enhance key features of your online business profile, from adding compelling business descriptions to using high-quality images, videos, and service menus that can set you apart from the competition.

• Maximizing the Use of online Posts: Discover how regular updates and posts on your profile can increase engagement and help you reach more potential customers.

• Leveraging Customer Reviews: Explore strategies to encourage customer reviews and simplify the review request process, allowing you to build trust and credibility effortlessly.

• Using AI for Content Creation: Find out how AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini can help you craft better, more engaging content for your business profile, making your messaging clearer and more impactful.

Why Attend?

Peter Raines is an interactive and approachable presenter who encourages questions throughout the session, ensuring that the workshop is both informative and tailored to your needs. Attendees will have the opportunity to work directly with their own business profiles, giving some a head start on optimizing their listings with real-time feedback and guidance.

Who Should Attend: This workshop is ideal for small business owners, marketers, and anyone responsible for maintaining a business’s online presence.


Date and Time

Tuesday Nov 19, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

Tuesday, November 19th

10:00AM - 12:00PM

Location

SOVA Innovation Hub

715 Wilborn Ave.

South Boston, VA 24592

Free to attend

Website

https://sovarise.com/events/

Contact Information

hello@sovainnovationhub.com

RISE PUMP - South Boston

PUMP (Pull Up Mentor Program) is a free, drop-in event designed to connect entrepreneurs with valuable resources to support your business journey. Whether you’re an existing business owner looking to grow, an aspiring entrepreneur with a new idea, or an innovator with a fresh product or service, PUMP is an opportunity to talk through your ideas with the RISE Navigator team and receive referrals to relevant resources.

 

What to Expect:

Personalized Mentoring: Meet with the RISE Navigator team to discuss your business ideas and receive tailored guidance.

Resource Connections: Learn about local, regional, and state resources available to help you start, grow, and scale your business.

Ongoing Support: Stay connected with us for continuous opportunities to access the resources you need.

 

Who Should Attend:

Business owners aiming to grow or scale

Aspiring entrepreneurs with new business ideas

Innovators bringing new products or services to market

 

PUMP is open to the public. There is NO cost. Registration is requested, but not required. Just Pull Up!

RISE PUMP - South Boston



Date and Time

Wednesday Nov 20, 2024 Wednesday Nov 27, 2024

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

8:30am - 10:30am

Location

SOVA Innovation Hub

715 Wilborn Ave.

South Boston, VA 24592

Fees/Admission

Free to attend 

Website

https://coworking.sovainnovationhub.com/events/20-nov-2024-rise-pump-south-boston

Contact Information

hello@sovarise.com


Help Wanted

Job Title: Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce

Location: Clarksville, VA

Reports To: Board of Directors

Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Job Details

COMMUNITY NEWS

Parade Entry Forms are now available at the following locations:

Chase City Chamber of Commerce Kiosk (Estes Center)

Town Office

Butler Memorial Library

Chase City Flower Shop

You can also download them online at www.chasecitychamber.com. Get your entry in and join the fun!

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT

Formerly the space Reflections. Located at 11224 Hwy 15 in Clarksville, VA.

Call Arrington's for more information at 434-374-8626!

Recurring Events

Rooted Cafe

Beginning in March we will be open 1 hour later on Mondays to host a family and friends table top game night This is a free community event and all are welcome games are available to play from our library or you can bring your own. Drip coffee will also be half off during this time

Back In January-Every Third Thursday of the Month -VFW Post 8163 monthly Fish Fry and BBQ - All you can eat fried fish and pulled pork BBQ. Includes baked beans, hush puppies, slaw, desserts, and drinks. 5 pm to 7 pm. The cost is $10.00 per person. Eat-in or carry out. 7488 Highway 15. Clarksville, VA.


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