Chamber Updates  

Wanda Update

8/22 - Day 4

(From David on Facebook) 

Words cannot express our appreciation for the outpouring of love, prayers, concern and support. Thank you, but please keep praying. Today the vent came out which was a huge source of agitation for Wanda. She had no trouble breathing on her own, just a little sluggish. We made progress on several fronts but we also had some set backs. The doctors tell us this is the normal course in neuro. They say each patient is different and no real road map. Many people have been there for us but I must mention Wanda's niece, Mandy Turner Fuqua. If you were around Wanda very long, you heard about Mandy and her boys. Mandy is Wanda's only niece and her eyeballs. She is a PA (physicians assistant) and she has been there from the onset helping direct Aunt Wanda's care. She has stood toe-toe with the best doctors there and she has done a tremendous job. I might also say she has Wanda's personality (take charge, make a plan and make it happen). You make Aunt Wanda very proud not to mention me. Keep praying, Keep praying... 

 

We're Moving!! 

The Chamber Board is happy to announce that the Chamber office is finally moving back up to Main Street! The New Office at 118A N. Main Street will open on September 4.
We look forward to seeing you there!

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!

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

 

Webdate Deadline
Deadline - Wednesday at 3 pm
Broadcast - Thursday morning 

Weekly Webdate Sponsorships  $45/month (or $500 per year - a savings of $45) to reach over 200 potential customers each week.    

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Chamber Contact Information:

Phone: 434-392-3939

Fax: 434-392-3818

 

tory@farmvilleareachamber.org 

 

  

www.farmvilleareachamber.org

 

       

The next meeting will feature:

Barry Richmond, Employment Specialist

Goodwill Industries of South Central Virginia, Inc.

RSVP to Penny Brogan at 434-392-8189, Ext. 6 or by e-mail.  

Uniting the surrounding counties of Prince Edward, Buckingham, Charlotte, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Amelia for the purpose of strengthening community, developing a vision, andempowering the workforce of Southside Virginia. Our goal is to bring together, agencies, organizations, and employers to share insight into the needs of our local business community.

Building the Foundation for Your New Business    

Entrepreneurship is the American Dream.  Unfortunately, of the 1 million businesses started each year, most of them eventually fail.  The one common theme may be lack of planning.  If you are considering the possibility of starting a business, this free seminar will provide information that may help your business be among the 20 percent that survive and thrive.  Prepare to start a successful business by evaluation your entrepreneurial abilities, marketing strategies, financial resources, legal form of organization and receive tips to prepare your business plan. 

September 5, 2012

8:30AM-10:00AM  

REGISTER HERE NOW 

Basic Payroll 

for Small Businesses 

This seminar will cover managing a payroll starting with the initial setup, calculating employee and employer deductions, determining net pay and reporting and record-keeping requirements to prepare paychecks.     

September 13, 2012

8:30AM-11:00AM

Cost $10.00

(see payment information below)

REGISTER HERE NOW

Longwood SBDC 

515 South Main Street,  Farmville, VA 23909 

Payment Information

Workshops with fees are required to be PRE-PAID! 

Please make your check payable to:
Longwood SBDC

515 South Main Street
Farmville, VA 23909 

(Refunds for non-attendance WILL NOT be issued unless the class is cancelled by the Longwood SBDC)

Brown Bag Lunch Series

Every Friday, Noon-1pm

Bring your lunch to the Moton Museum and join us for our Brown Bag Lunch Series this Friday, August 24th from noon-1pm.  
 
Leading this Friday's lunchtime program will be newly retired University of Virginia dean and nationally-recognized school reformer Dr. Nancy Iverson.  Don't miss this candid conversation on how to improve our schools.

Friday, August 24th

4 pm - Geocaching 101:  

Using multi-billion dollar satellites to find Tupperware in the woods.  This new way to treasure hunt will be loads of fun for the whole family.  Come learn how it's done.  $3 per person, $8 per family.

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.

Saturday, August 25th

11 am - Guided 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.

2 pm - Crafty Campers:

Get crafty at the Nature Nook where we'll learn a few great facts about nature and make a neat, featured craft you can take home. What will it be today? Bird Feeders? Your very own compass? How about some sunshine magic? Stop in and find out. We've got the glitter and the glue, all we're missing is YOU!! Fee: $2 per person; $6 per family.

3 pm - Over Your Head:  

When out in the wild, survival skills are a must.  One skill, is putting a roof over your head. Learn how to make a lean-to out of simple materials found in the woods. 

7pm - Campfire Cooking:  

Try your hand at making some simple and delicious campfire cooking recipes.

Sunday, August 26th

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+.

1 pm - Gone to the Dogs:  

Twin Lakes is letting the dogs out. Bring the pups out for a fun and educational hike around the lake. Dogs must be on leashes and PLEASE only pups who play well with other pups."Mut Mits" and doggy treats will be provided.

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 - Plant ID Hike:  

Lets pull on the hiking boots, break out the hiking stick, and take a hike around Dogwood Hollow Trail to discover some of the park's diverse plant life.

Also, Mark your calenders for these upcoming special events!

September 11th, 2012 - National Day of Service:  

This year in honor of 9/11 and The National Day of Service, Twin Lakes will be collecting canned goods to donate to local food-banks and homeless shelters. To learn how YOU and your group can help with this day of giving back, call our main office.

September 22nd, 2012 - Junior Ranger Day:  

This all day kids program teaches life lessons and outdoors skills while immersing kids in the great outdoors. Ages 5-12 $10 per child. Spaces limited, call the main office to register.

For information on these or any other programs at Twin Lakes State Park, contact our Main Office at 434-392-3435.

U.S. Cellular will host a back-to-school ice cream social Thurs., Aug. 30, from 12 noon to 8 p.m. at the Farmville retail store located at 227 Sunchase Blvd., Farmville, Va. 23901. This event is free and open to the public.

At the event, U.S. Cellular will host an ice cream sundae party for children, parents, and everyone else that enjoys sweets. The store will set up an ice cream bar with a variety of candy and toppings. This will be a great way to beat the heat and celebrate the first days of school. Grownups and those young at heart are also invited to take a break from work or come for happy hour to eat ice cream and visit with friends, neighbors and other businesses.

"U.S. Cellular is pleased to host this ice cream social, which is just one of the ways we provide the best customer experience," said Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. "From offering the only points-based reward program in the industry to new devices faster without re-signing contracts, we treat every customer like a neighbor, not a number."

U.S. Cellular will offer free goodies, giveaways and in-store promotions for both new and current customers at the event. For more information, please contact the store at 434-315-8722.