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February 9, 2010
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E-Update
Souderton Telford Main Streets
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Dear Reader,
Doesn't Mother Nature know that they need all this snow at the Winter Olympics? They can have it!
In spite of all the dreadful snow we have been getting, this is still a very busy time of the year. The stockpile of news to share is very high.
I posted 7 new articles to the front page of our website last week. Keep the news coming and we will share it.
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Roundtable Cancelled
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The Week will be Too Busy!
 We are cancelling the Business Roundtable at the Apple Orchard Cafe for February. With all the snow this week, we all need to maximize on being productive at our businesses.
We will reschedule our visit to the Apple Orchard Cafe for Tuesday, March 9 at 12:30 pm.
Please RSVP to Erika.
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MCEDC Has Plenty to Share
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A Valued Partner
 MCEDC is busy coming up with programs and resources for our business community in Montgomery County. They send out a bi-weekly email that is full of good information.
We highlight workshops on our website and in this email. If you like what you see, please contact them to be included on their email list. Better yet, checkout the benefits of membership in the Montco EDC.
Of course, if you are located in the Bucks County portion of Telford, you would contact the Bucks County EDC.
We are fortunate to have access to both of these resources in Souderton and Telford. Check out the programs below that they are sharing with us.
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Articles You Don't Want to Miss
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We have been busy posting some good material to our website. The Indian Valley Arts Foundation is hosting a design contest for the cover of the Sundae Concerts Program.
Tax time is less frightening thanks to the North Penn United Way and AARP. They have a program at the Indian Valley Public Library to help with tax preparation.
Making Buck$ in Bucks County program is being offered for anyone interested doing business with Bucks County or internationally. You do not have to be located in Bucks County to take the class.
Creative Financing in a Tough Economy is a program offered by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corp. The title says it all!
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Accounting for Retailers
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Back by Popular Demand
 The Enterprise Center is offering an Accounting Class for retailers that explores how using accounting software, such as Quickbooks, enables business owners to be more efficient, productive and accurate!
For $20, retailers will be able to increase their effectiveness and profitability.
The class is held at the Enterprise Center, Magic Johnson/HP Computer Lab at 4548 Market Street in Philadelphia. The date and time is Thursday, February 25 from 6-8 pm.
Please pass this information to anyone you know who is thinking about becoming a retailer or come yourself. Contact the Enterprise Center for more details.
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February's Show at the Montgomery Theater
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Legislative Interaction
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Harrisburg Access
 The Legislative Affairs Committee is sponsoring a "Legislative Forum Series" that will feature our State Representatives, Friday, February 19, and our State Senators, Friday, March 19.
The Breakfast Meetings will be held at Franconia Heritage Banquet & Conference Center, 508 Harleysville Pike, Franconia, PA., 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
The Legislators will be bringing us up to date on what is happening in their committees, as well as bring information on issues of timely importance to business. This is also an opportunity to meet our legislators.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19
invited Representatives Robert Godshall, Paul Clymer, Katharine Watson, and Matthew Bradford
FRIDAY, MARCH 19
invited Senators Robert Mensch, Stewart Greenleaf and Charles McIllhinney
The cost is $18 for Chamber members per meeting, $25 for non-members per meeting. Breakfast is included.
Reservations may be made online, calling or FAXing the Chamber office. Phone: (215) 723-9472, FAX: (215) 723-2490 or e-mail address. Please note: Cancellation notice must be given 24 hours prior to the meeting for refunds or credits.
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Prepare for Legislative Breakfast
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Do Your Homework
 Just so you have an idea of the challenges that will be facing our legislators in Harrisburg this Spring, do a little homework. Governor Rendell will be presenting his proposed budget for the 2010/2011 fiscal year at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. That is this morning!
You can either watch coverage on the Pennsylvania Cable Network online or broadcast or online at the Governor's site. The state budget will affect so much in our daily lives that it is important that we stay aware of the process this year. |
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Snow Day Insurance
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Be Prepared
 If you find yourself climbing the walls on Wednesday with another 12 inches of snow, buy a little insurance for the next storm.
Stop by the Indian Valley Public Library's Book Sale on Thursday and stock up. The sale runs from 9 am to 9 pm.
Escape to someplace warm in a good book. Check out all the other amazing programs they have at the Library.
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Hat's Off!
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Local Winners Abound
 We are surrounded by Winners!
Lacher and Associates were voted in the Top 15 Best Small and Medium Sized Businesses to Work in Pennsylvania. Read an article in the Reporter about it.
Univest was included at the number 7 spot on that list for Large Businesses.
Greg McGovern keeps sending us press releases with the lists that Edward Jones tops. It is such a steady stream that I am
embarrassed
to say I can't keep up.
They seem to be racked at the top of any list you name. Edward Jones is highly respected by their professional peers, by their employees and, best of all, by their clients.
We work with Greg McGovern on many levels. It is easy to understand the hoopla!
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Hope for Haiti
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Helping Haiti is Easy with These Opportunities
 In Souderton, Telford and the Indian Valley, helping others is as natural as breathing.
Local businesses have stepped up with creative as well as generous efforts to help those devastated by the earthquakes in Haiti. Check out the articles on our website.
Ruth and Company have a colleague with personal ties to Haiti that are very deep. Ruth and her staff have put together a special promotion on Friday with the proceeds benefiting an orphanage in Haiti. Stop by for a beautiful opportunity to help others.
Lacher and Associates have create an opportunities for friends, family, clients, colleagues and fellow business people to help the American Red Cross International Response Fund Haiti Relief with a campaign. Check out the details to see how you can help.
Draeger Medical in Telford donated equipment to the hospitals in Haiti.
Add in all that the local churches and schools have done or are doing to the mix and the Indian Valley once again proves how caring and generous they can be.
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Vote for Souderton & Telford
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Vote Local
 Vote for your favorite local businesses in the Montgomery News Readers' Choice Poll.
Show your local pride and vote for your favorites in a wide variety of categories.
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Vote for Chestnut Hill
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National Trust for Historic Preservation
 Congratulations! Pennsylvania's own Chestnut Hill has been named one of the 2010 America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Chestnut Hill offers a unique combination of colonial and modern history, with historic homes ranging from Federal to Modernist, as well as a boutique shopping district, and recreational opportunities at nearby Wissahickon Valley Park.
Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania joins 11 other great destinations on the NTHP 2010 list. And for the first time, the public will determine which of the 12 destinations will be the 2010 Fan Favorite. You can vote for your favorite city or town on this year's list. And when you vote, you can enter to win a complimentary two-night stay at any Historic Hotel of America (no purchase necessary).
Pam Learned, our former Main Streets Manager, was instrumental in getting this listing for Chestnut Hill. She lives in Chestnut Hill and has moved her office there. Check out their website for Hill on the Avenue. Congratulations to Chestnut Hill!
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Facebook
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Souderton Telford Main Streets is now on Facebook. Watch for daily posts about a variety of local interest news. Post your comments or photos.
Check out the pages we have found on Facebook for Souderton and Telford Businesses! Let us know of any we have missed on Facebook.
Find us by searching for Souderton Telford Main Streets! |
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