A Belated
Saint Patrick's Day Celebration!
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Live Music by Irish Rock Band
Full Kilt
(5-8pm)
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Byrne and Kelly's
Music Documentary Film
Echoes: The Story
(8:15pm)
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16th at the Bedford County Fairgrounds |
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Join us at the Silver Lining Drive-In for a night of great Irish Music and More!
(This is likely the closest thing we'll get to a Business After Hours this year....)
Admission: $10 per person
(includes drive-in concert and music documentary!)
Delicious Food Vendors: Maddie Lou's BBQ, Meadows Kettle Corn & Lemonade
and spirits from Olde Bedford Brewing Company
Socially-Distant Fun (Please wear your mask for concessions, restroom visits)
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Join Us Wednesdays, Noon-1pm for
Women in Business POWER HOURS
Featuring speakers, panel discussions, open forums,
networking and more...
This week's program: Wed. Oct. 14th, 2020
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Coping with (fill in the blank)
Dr. Sherry Cain, Ph.D.
One thing we all share and can start with is Worldwide Pandemic, which is pretty challenging.
Then we can all fill in the blank with our personal life challenges, which could include daily life stressors as well as big trauma events including death, divorce, illness etc. The fact is this life is tough.
But guess what, you are tougher. You were built tough, some of us never learned this and some of us have forgotten. Come to this webinar and be reminded of the strongest asset you have to thrive in challenging times!
We will focus on learning what we can control and how to let go of what we can’t.
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FUTURE POWER HOUR PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
October 21 - Information coming soon!
Oct. 28 - Jennifer Christman, Three Wire Systems/MyAdvisor
Understanding Your Business & How to Grow it
Nov. 4 - Sherri Dunlevy - How to Design a Life you LOVE
Nov. 11 - Karen L Weiss - Why Ask Why?
Motivation and Goal Setting
Nov. 18 - Beverly Green & Carmen Bilek
Break Room to Boardroom:
Survive and Thrive in a Male-Dominated Workplace
MORE TO COME...
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Thank you to our Women in Business series sponsors, recognized below.
Additional sponsorships and speaking opportunities are available.
Call Kellie or Sarah for details: 914-623-2233.
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NFIB Webinar
Automatic Forgiveness Update
And Ask the CPA -
Covid-19 Small Biz Tax Tips: PPP & Beyond
Presented by: Martin Abo, CPA/ABV/CVA/CFF, Managing Member of Abo and Company, LLC – Certified Public Accountants, Holly Wade, Executive Director, NFIB Research Center, Elizabeth Milito, Senior Executive Counsel, Legal Foundation, NFIB
Join special guest CPA and Tax Expert Martin Abo, CPA/ABV/CVA/CFF, as he answers the most urgent tax questions from small businesses:
- PPP and taxes: file for forgiveness now or wait? Is PPP taxable income? Will Congress allow a 2nd PPP?
- Payroll tax deferral – what is it?
- Covid 19 federal tax relief – am I missing any credits?
- Any year-end tax planning tips to cut my 2020 tax bill?
We will also go over the SBA's new PPP automatic forgiveness application (Form 3508S) for loans of $50k or less and save plenty of time for live Q&A including all your top PPP and EID questions.
Can't make this Webinar? Don't worry! Register Now and NFIB will email you an
on-demand version!
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR OUTLINES FALL EVENTS & MUCH MORE....
The Chamber is pleased to share our Community Calendar with you! Contact us with events to add. PLEASE NOTE: lots of activities are planned for October weekends in spite of Fall Foliage being cancelled for 2020.
BEDFORD COUNTY IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
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What are your #bedfordcountyoutdoors plans? |
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FREE GOOGLE Online Trainings |
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The Bedford County Chamber is proud to be a |
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Presenting a series of seminars to help you
GROW YOUR BUSINESS:
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Using Data to Drive Growth - Introducing Google Analytics
Nov. 10th: 10:30am - 11:30am
Description: Learn best practices, Google Analytics and analyze trends about how customers are interacting with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.
In this session we’ll introduce talk about:
Identifying business goals and how you plan to use your online presence to achieve them
Incorporating data into your marketing plan
Selecting tools to help you find the answers you need
Intro to Google Analytics and how to use this tool to make better business decisions
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Chamber Plans Signature Events
Amidst Challenges of Coronavirus Pandemic
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The Chamber looks forward to honoring some of the outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals this fall!
In spite of this year's challenges, there is much to celebrate! If the state's Covid mitigation requirements/restrictions prohibit an indoor event, the awards dinner and program will take place at the Silver Lining Drive-In at the Bedford County Fairgrounds. Sponsorships now available.
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Socially Distant - Family Friendly
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
NEW Sponsorships Available
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Planning Underway for the 2nd Annual |
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A new holiday tradition! Launched in 2019, the Holiday Nights of Lights will be BIGGER & BETTER in 2020 with expected participation by more than 100 businesses, organizations and other community groups. |
Thank you to our sponsors to date: |
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Music & Movie Night Just $10 Per Person
Vendors include: Maddie Lou's BBQ, Olde Bedford Brewing Co., Meadows Kettle Corn, etc.0
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Movies: $5 per person for ages 10 and up; 9 and under free.
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Tickets Available through the Bedford County Pink Ribbon Fund Board of Directors or at the Gate |
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Drive-In Movie Season Finale on Halloween: |
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Special thanks to these amazing partners
who made the building project possible!
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Drive-In Movie Series Sponsorships Still Available
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Thank you to our sponsors to date:
Bedford Grange Mutual
Insurance Company
Knisley & Sons
Everett Cash Mutual
Bedford Fall Foliage Festival
Bedford/Hyndman Family Health Centers
UPMC Health Plan
Somerset Trust Company
Coldwell Banker SKS Realty
Larry Gilman Direct
Omni Bedford Springs Resort
Bedford Elks Lodge
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co. Inc.
PA National Guard
Movie Night Sponsors:
ACM Bedford County Campus
Allstate Burchfield Agency
ALSM Children's Services
Bedford County Players
Bedford Moose Lodge 480
Bedford Sunrise Rotary
Bucher-Wallace Insurance
Bullington Financial Services
CFA/Bedford County Endowments
Clearidge Event Center
Edward Jones (Leigh Shank & Brian Jeffries)
First Choice in Home Care
First Peoples Community FCU
Fisher's Pharmacy
Hometown Bank
Homewood at Spring House
Chana Shaffer - Howard Hanna Bardell Realty
Vickie Lemley - Howard Hanna Bardell Realty
Interstate Emergency Services
Juniata Realty
M&T Bank
Michael Meehan State Farm
RWR Insurance
Personal Solutions, Inc.
Shetter Insurance
Thomas Subaru
Trendz Design & Print Studio
United Way of Bedford County
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Thank you to our drive-in
construction & design partners:
Bedford County Fair
Bedford County Speedway
Ace Builders
Bedford REC
Clark Contractors & Construction Group
Coughenour Engineering
Creative Pultrusions
Fastenal
Golden Rule Hardware
Guy's Hardware
Henderson Painting & Line Striping
Sherwin Williams
SKE Designs & Signs
Neff Associates Engineering
Scott Electric
Soaring Eagle Productions
Steltek Graphics
Trendz Design & Print Studio
True Value - Bedford
YBC Bedford/Everett
Music/Movie Night Sponsors:
Lynn Ashe
Pennwood Ophthlamic Associates
Timber Ridge Chiropractic
Additional Contributions from:
Harry A. Snyder Insurance
Morningstar Trucking
Adelphoi
Women of the Moose
United Way Bedford County
Additional sponsors, materials and support will be needed. If you would like to be involved in this unique community project, call Kellie: (814) 623-2233
or cell: (814) 937-8049.
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COVID-19 RESOURCE HUB
FOR BUSINESSES
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Pennsylvanians helping Pennsylvanians:
The COVID-19 crisis has put millions of small business jobs at risk impacting millions of families across our Commonwealth.
The nonprofit Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund was launched by Jeff Bartos, Richard Phillips and Roger Braunfeld. Working with other business leaders throughout the Commonwealth, the Fund’s goal is to help save as many Pennsylvania jobs as possible while small businesses await recently approved federal funding.
This is a GRANT opportunity for for--profit businesses with 3-30 employees in business for more than 1 year.
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- Easy Application
- Quick Turn-Around
- No Repayment Required.
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PPP PROGRAM CURRENTLY CLOSED PENDING NEW LEGISLATION
SBA Still Accepting New EIDL Applications
for Ag & All Small Businesses
The Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is accepting new applications from small businesses, including agriculture entities. To inquire regarding previously-submitted applications:
CONTACT INFO - SBA Regional Offices
Harrisburg Office: (717) 782-3840
Pittsburgh Office: (412) 395-6560
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PPP Forgiveness Application Now Available
The application for loan forgiveness for those who have received Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) assistance is now available. To apply for forgiveness, you must complete this application and submit it to your lender (the lender who serviced your loan. You may also complete the application electronically through your lender. The form also outlines the documents you are required to retain.
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Helping PA businesses come back stronger than ever
Here to help. Here to listen. Leading the charge to bring PA businesses back
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PA Chamber Supports Businesses with Mask-Wearing Campaign |
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#WhyIWearIt is a social media-based campaign aimed at promoting the concept that mask wearing is not a political issue.
Regardless of personal feelings on the state-issued mandate, mask wearing has proven necessary in ensuring that businesses remain open through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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US CHAMBER RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES |
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The U.S. Chamber offers ongoing trainings and programs to support the business community, including WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS, Technology Programs, NATIONAL TOWN HALLS, and more.
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Business Resources from the U.S. Chamber
Check out the latest guides and resources from the U.S. Chamber, including the new
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SMALL BUSINESS Covid-19 QUICK LINKS |
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Click the SBA logo above for information to help your business deal with some of the financial challenges of the COVID-19 Crisis.
Information includes:
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Resources are available from Small Business Development Centers across the state to assist businesses through the COVID-19 crisis. CLICK HERE for Info
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The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies has established an emergency fund for non-profits impacted by COVID-19.
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Update on legislative support for agriculture from the PA Farm Bureau. LEARN MORE
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Important Links to Information
Regarding the Coronavirus:
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DCED provides significant resources for businesses relative to the COVID-19 Pandemic, including:
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Link for Traditional Unemployment Benefits
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CHAMBER SERVICES AVAILABLE for MEMBERS |
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BULK MAIL ASSISTANCE
The Chamber offers the use of our bulk mail stamp and account to our members!
Contact Delrae Hagstrom to review the bulk mail process and to schedule your mailing.
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CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN
The Chamber is the only organization in Bedford County authorized to provide certificate of origin documentation.
Contact Kellie Goodman Shaffer to arrange for processing.
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The Chamber Advantage program promotes buy-local spending habits while serving our membership in multiple ways:
(1) provide an offer to your fellow members and drive business through your door
AND/OR (2) give this valuable card with dozens of offers to your employees (FREE)
AND/OR (3) use the card for special discounts/offers from local businesses, saving you money while benefiting our local economy.
Call Delrae for more info on how to use this FREE MEMBER BENEFIT
NEW IN 2020: Sponsorship Opportunity (your logo on thousands of new Chamber Advantage Cards! (Call Kellie for details: 623-2233.)
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More For Your Calendar:
Chamber & Chamber Foundation Save the Dates - 2020
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October 16 - Belated Saint Patrick's Day: Drive-In Irish Music Night
October 23 - GIYB Congressman Joyce Luncheon
November 19 - Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration (format pending Covid restrictions)
Opening Friday, November 27 - Opening Night of Holiday Nights of Lights
(Drive-Through Lights Open Select Dates thru Dec. 27)
November 28 - Shop Small Saturday
Byrne and Kelly Concert at Woodhaven (Foundation) - New Date Friday July 2, 2021
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Down River Golf Club
NEW Fairways Virtual Golf
"Play" courses around the world!
In the former banquet room:
Leagues
Hourly rentals
Parties
And much more!
Soccer skills, carnival games, etc.
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You can now register and pay for Chamber events online.
Make sure you have created your ChamberMaster login so you can enjoy the convenience of online registration.
Here's how:
1) Visit the event calendar on our website and click on the event of interest.
2) Click the green "Register Now" button to take you to the member registration page.
3) If you don't have a password or don't remember it, simply click "Forgot your password?" and follow the instructions to re-set your password. Then complete your registration as a member. (You can also use your email address if you are a registered contact for your company.)
Members receive special discounts and access at many of our events, so registering as a member rather than checking out as a guest is better.
If you have any questions about how to register for an event or create your password, feel free to call 814-623-2233 for assistance.
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Chamber Member & Community News |
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Learn more about Victoria House: the area's premier offerings in Personal Care Living: Inclusive pricing, caring staff, beautiful, comfortable rooms that
feel like home.
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Bedford County
Chamber of Commerce
203 South Juliana Street
Bedford, PA 15522 - USA
Phone: 814.623.2233
Fax: 814.623.6089
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