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Dear , Wednesday, April 20, 2010
What are you doing for lunch tomorrow? We hope you'll take the time to learn more about the proposed income tax levy at a Lunch and Learn at the Worthington Recreation Center, a Chamber-sponsored event to help businesses explore issues that affect them. The session includes one-on-one discussion with City Manager Matt Greeson, networking with a small group of fellow Chamber members, and a box lunch. Act quickly to reserve your place. Call us at 888-3040.
Plan now to attend the Health & Wellness Fair on April 27 and to bring co-workers and friends. The event is conducted by Young Professionals of Worthington.
Details of other events and business-building opportunities are below ...
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Discuss the income tax levy at a Lunch and Learn
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On May 4, 2010, Worthington
voters will decide whether to approve an income tax increase from 2.0 percent to 2.5 percent
in the City of Worthington. The Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce has invited City of Worthington officials to a special Lunch and Learn to provide you with the
facts surrounding the issue and help you understand how this proposed rate
increase may affect you.
The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 22 at the Worthington Community Center. Worthington City Manager Matt Greeson will join us to
share information about the City's financial condition and the upcoming income
tax issue.
Cost: $15/Chamber member;
$20/non-member (includes lunch). Please indicate special dietary needs with
registration.
Please reserve your place by calling the
Chamber office at 888-3040.
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Click to learn about these timely promotions from Chamber-member businesses:
Where's YOUR E-sert? Contact the Chamber at 888-3040 to schedule the "E-sertion" of your promotional flier in PDF format.
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Plan to attend YPoW's Health & Wellness Fair April 27
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The public is invited to a free Health & Wellness Fair on Tuesday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at YMCA North, 1640 Sandalwood Place, Columbus 43229. The event is organized by Young Professionals of Worthington (YPoW), a program of the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce.  "The fair will include exhibits from nearly 40 health and fitness companies, free health screenings, and demonstrations of health and fitness activities, as well as sales of healthy luncheon foods," said Ann Baldwin, a Chamber board member who serves on the steering committee for Young Professionals of Worthington. "We hope every will also realize that it is a great business networking opportunity." In addition to business members of the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce, members of the Clintonville Chamber of Commerce and the Northland Business Association also are participating. Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield is the presenting event sponsor. The Laurels of Norworth and Worthington are corporate sponsors. The fair showcases the products or services of Chamber-member businesses in the health and fitness industries and is focused on educating the community about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Reservations are not necessary to attend the Health & Wellness Fair. For more information, call the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce at (614) 888-3040.
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Reds, Whites & Desserts will sparkle plenty on May 22
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 Make your reservations now for for the Chamber's 13th annual Reds, Whites & Desserts fundraising
event at Catering by Design, 6465 Busch Blvd. The event is planned for Saturday, May 22, from 7 to 10 p.m.
Reds, Whites & Desserts, typically attended by approximately 350, offers wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, desserts for sampling and auction, a coffee bar, and dozens of silent auction packages featuring travel, food, wine, fashion, sports, family fun and other themes.
In addition to the host and presenting sponsor, Catering by Design, major sponsors include B&C Blacktop, Mount Carmel St. Ann'sand Worthington Jewelers.
Enjoy the evening to the fullest and top it off with a restful stay at the nearby Crowne Plaza Columbus North. The hotel is offering a special overnight package for RWD guests: $89 for a room with double occupancy and breakfast -- and shuttle transportation from the hotel to and from Catering by Design until 10 p.m.
Individual tickets for the event are $50 per person, available by
clicking REGISTER NOW above, by phone, e-mail or Web site registration
in the CHAMBER CALENDAR section.
Opportunities to promote your business while attending the event include Wine Station Sponsorships ($650 for a reserved table of six and advertising opportunities); Patron Sponsorships ($350 for four tickets and a business card-size program ad); Friend Sponsorships ($225 for four tickets and a listing in the program); and, for those who contribute prizes for the silent auction packages, promotion in auction displays and event publicity. Only a few Wine Station Sponsorships are left available, so act quickly to take advantage of this elite opportunity.
Member businesses interested in auction prize donations should contact the Chamber at 888-3040. Sponsorship and ticket inquiries, as well as offers to provide wine or desserts, should be made at the Chamber at 888-3040, or by e-mailing Kathryn@worthingtonchamber.org.
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Register now for the 2010 Business Expo!
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 Don't miss the 2010 Combined Chambers Business Expo ...
The Combined Chambers' Business Expo is the annual business development and networking event presented by the Worthington, Dublin, Westerville and Powell chambers of commerce. The show will have approximately 100 vendors, and 400 to 500 attendees are expected. Admission is free for chamber members and other area businesspeople. There will be free appetizers, a cash bar and lots of prizes.
Returning corporate sponsors are Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Bridgewater Banquet & Conference Center, Accent Exhibits, Inc. and ThisWeek Community Media.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your space early. Click on "REGISTER NOW" to access the event sign-up page on the Chamber's Web site, where you can view the available spaces and rates. Questions: Call the Chamber Office at 888-3040 or e-mail theresa@worthingtonchamber.org
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Need more information about these or other Chamber activities or benefits? We're open for business 24/7 on our Web site, www.worthingtonchamber.org, to view or sign up for events. Call 888-3040 or click here to e-mail us for help in using our Web site, making payment arrangements, or learning more about Chamber membership benefits. Copyright 2010 - Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce , 25 W. New England Ave., Suite 100, Worthington, OH 43085. Phone: 614-888-3040. Fax: 614-841-4842. |
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