The Weekly Webdate
A Weekly Publication of the
Farmville Area Chamber of Commerce
Promoting Business & Community

Chamber Updates  

 
Be sure to check out the new Farmville Area Chamber Website! If you would like your Login and Password information, contact Tory.

Post Your OWN Event
The new Chamber website is now live. Posting your events is now easier than ever! Go to the Calendar page on farmvilleareachamber.org
and start now!

The Farmville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is proud to announce that the  
2010-2011 Annual Report
 is available for viewing on the Chamber website.

Please bring us your BROCHURES. Thank you to those members who have brought us brochures. They have been put to good use. 

 

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Phone: 434-392-3939

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Open House

New Life Assembly of God

invites you to an

Open House

honoring Pastor Frank Potter

for his 20+ years of service.

Saturday, June 23

4-6pm

9 Mahan Road, Farmville

 

Call 434-392-6236 for more information.

Brown Bag Lunch Series

Brown Bag Lunch Series

Every Friday, Noon-1pm

Try something new during your Friday lunch break.

 

Bring your lunch to the Moton Museum and join us for our Brown Bag Lunch Series, held every Friday from noon to 1pm. The series features guest speakers, authors, films, musical performances, incredible discussions and open dialogue around local history, current events and more. All are welcome.

 

To learn about upcoming Brown Bag Lunches, visit:

www.motonmuseum.org/brownbag 

ROCK THE BLOCK 2012
Greetings from Longwood!

I am writing from the University to extend an
invitation to your business to participate in
Rock the Block 2012!  This initiative is an
opportunity to bring Longwood faculty, staff
and students together for an evening of fun
while creating stronger relationships with
town and local businesses.  Each year since
2009 this event has been a huge success!

Rock The Block 2012 will be held on Friday,
September 14, 2012 from 5:30pm-9pm in the
Longwood Landings at MidTown Square complex.
The Town of Farmville is graciously supporting
this event as we close portions of Main and
South Streets to offer new festival style food
options, live music by Snackbar Jones and
Jesse Chong and the Chong Band, bigger and
better novelty items, prizes and much more!

In addition to these attractions, we will be
hosting a Local Business and Organization
Showcase from 5:30-8:00pm in the Landings
complex, however, you are welcome to keep
your displays open until the event ends at 9pm. 
This will be an opportunity for you to display merchandise and information, offer coupons
and discounts, and provide samples and
giveaways.  Students are constantly reporting
that they aren't sure where to shop and buy
gifts, get their car washed and serviced or take
their families out to dinner so this is your
opportunity to provide  some answers!  This
event is also open to the local community!

We are also looking for donations for raffles throughout the event!  If you are willing to
donate meals, gift certificates or merchandise,
please let us know using the link below.  These
will be a part of our MainStage announcements
so your business would receive significant
publicity!

Longwood will provide access to a loading area,
one table, two chairs and small signage
denoting your table at no charge.  If your
business or organization  is interested in
participating, please click the link below and
complete the form no later than
Friday, August 31st.
 

If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact Sarah Whitley at 434.395.2414 or
rocktheblock@longwood.edu.  Once we confirm your reservation, you will receive additional information regarding loading areas and event logistics.
We anticipate this event being even larger than last year so don't miss your opportunity to participate.  Let's Rock The Block 2012!
 
Sincerely,
Sarah E. Whitley
Longwood University
Director, First Year Experience & Family Programs
Chair, Rock The Block 2012

Special Thanks to our Rock the Block 2012 Sponsors:
Town of Farmville, Longwood University: Office of First Year Experience & Family Programs, Office of Annual
Giving, Office of Alumni Relations, Downtown Farmville, Centra Southside Community Hospital, 
Awesome Party Supplies, Caryn's Bridals, Formals & Tuxedo's, The Sleeping Bee, Fourth Street Motor Company, Taco Bell & Long John Silver's, Longwood University Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Judy Ellington Design, Walk2Campus Properties, Real Living Cornerstone, Virginia Credit Union, Sunchase Apartments, Ranson's Verizon Wireless, Soaker's Car Wash, Hertz Rental Car, Farmville Area Chamber of Commerce, Rochette's Florist and Farmville Gideons.
New Arrivals!
Beauty Mart
is pleased to announce that

New Dansko sandals have arrived, AND they are all 40% off.  

Two styles & 3 colors  

to choose from.

Calling All Princesses! 

Calling all Princesses, ages 4-6!  Five Pointes Dance Center has a few spots left in our Princess Camp for ages 4-6.  The Camp will run on June 25-28, from 4 - 5:30 pm each day.  The camp fee is $50; registration deadline is June 18th.   For more information, please call the studio aat 434-392-6754, or visit our website at www.fivepointes.net.  Bring your tiaras and princess skirts and come dance with us!
Member News 
June 21, 2012
Grand Re-Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting 

Friday, June 22

10am

Tom's Country Store
3991 West Third Street· Farmville   


Also, please join them for an Open House
continuing throughout the day with door prizes, etc. 
Upcoming Programs at Twin Lakes State Park

Join us at Twin Lakes State Park this Memorial Day Weekend for the following fun-filled programs!!


Friday June 22nd

2 pm - Creature Feature:  

Here at Twin Lakes we get to see all kinds of different wildlife, from snakes to squirrels and beavers to butterflies. Come learn about one of our park's many amazing creatures in today's Creature Feature. 

3 pm - Up, Down and All Around:  

In today's techno savvy world, most of us have a GPS in our cars or phones. But if you were lost without the two, could you find your way? Discover how it was done in the golden days. We are learning how to navigate using maps and compasses.

4 pm - Guided Beaver Hike:  

Come on out for a guided hike around one of the trails here at Twin Lakes State Park, you never know what you will see.

6 pm - Family Game Night:  

Bring the whole family for our Family Game Night.  Enjoy board games, card games, puzzles and more.

8 pm - Make New Friends Campfire:   

What's a park ranger's favorite snack?  You guessed it, S'MORES!!!!  Come make some new friends at the park, sing some songs, hear a few great stories and enjoy some yummy s'mores. Meet at the campfire circle below Shelter 1.

 

Saturday June 23rd      

11 am - Canoeing 101:  

Lets start with the basics.  Learn the in's and out's of canoeing and enjoy a splashing good time on the lake.  Whether you are a beginner or seasoned paddler, you will love this fun packed family program.  Fee for the program is $5 per person, $4 per person for groups of 4+. Meet at Goodwin Lake Boat Ramp.

2 pm - Great American Backyard Campout

In honor of this national initiative Twin Lakes is firing up the campfire for a special edition of Campfire Cooking! Join us for a yummy campfire treat! Meet at the campfire circle below Shelter 1.

4 pm - Fit to be Tied!:

Join us for a special edition of Crafty Campers for some  tie dying fun! $6 per person gets you a shiny new white t-shirt and all the colors you need. Meet at the Interpretive circle.

6 pm - Appreciation of Nature Hike:

Nature is all around us and it impacts us every day, just as we impact it. Lets cut off our phones and take a quiet hike through the forest and reflect on what the true nature of nature appreciation is. Join us.

 

All programs meet at the Nature Nook unless otherwise noted.

Schedule subject to change due to weather.

For more information contact our main office at 434-392-3435.
STEPS WineFest 2012

Tickets are available from:  

Any Farmville Jaycee member * All Benchmark Community Bank locations  

STEPS Corporate Office *  Online at www.STEPSWineFest.com 

Habitat for Humanity Summer Gas Raffle

Get Your Tickets TODAY at:

Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Benchmark Community Bank, Citizens Bank & Trust Co., Southside VA Family YMCA, East Third Street Exxon, Sheppards Store & Midtown Mailboxes

High Bridge Opening
The Virginia Dept. of Conservation & Recreation invites the public to join local, state and federal officials as we celebrate the Grand-Opening of High Bridge on Tuesday, June 26th at 10a. This magnificent and historic, nearly half-mile long, bridge is the centerpiece of the 31-mile High Bridge Trail State Park.

After a brief ceremony and ribbon cutting, plan to spend some time on the bridge and trail. Refreshments will be provided.  Learn more about the bridge and other local attractions while listening to the bluegrass sounds of local band High Bridge. The U. S. Postal Service will be on hand with a special High Bridge commemorative stamp cancellation. 

This is an outdoor activity so dress casually and wear comfortable shoes.

Guests are encouraged to use the special shuttle service at the parking area to and from the ceremony site.  Shuttle buses will begin running at 9a and the final shuttle before the ceremony will leave the parking area at 9:45a. Shuttles will resume after the ceremony at approximately 11:30a and ending at 1p.

All other access lots will be available for those walking or bicycling to the bridge. Carpooling is encouraged.
Free Social Media Consultations

Free Individualized

Social Media Consultations

June 28, 2012

 Longwood SBDC 

515 South Main Street, Farmville, VA 23909 
The Farmville office of the Longwood Small Business Development Center will host interactive appointments with the Virginia SBDC Social Media Consultant, Ray Sidney Smith. After researching your business online, Mr. Smith will provide suggestions for enhancing your web presence and social media strategy. This service is free of charge.
 
Consultations are individual by appointment and are held with Mr. Smith via Skype at the LSBDC office. Please call (434) 395-2086 to register by June 25. More information and a link to a pre-appointment survey will be provided upon registration.

(434) 395-2086 or baldwinjr2@longwood.edu

APPOINTMENTS MUST BE SCHEDULED
BY JUNE 25, 2012