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| October 29, 2010 | E-Update
Souderton Telford Main Streets
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Dear Reader,
The fund-raising campaign is going well.
Each check we receive is a vote of confidence that the residents and business owners in the boroughs like the changes that are happening in the downtowns. If you have not put your check in the mail, you also have the option of paying online with Paypal or a credit card. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to write a check to invest in the revitalization of our communities. Many are new subscribers to this email. Erika Pipe, our (former) office manager, has found new employment at a local business. Our loss is their gain. We will miss her calm efficiency and good natured competence.Since we will not be replacing her in the near future, you will only be receiving one of these newsletters a month for a while. What took two people one day to produce now takes one person two days. Please subscribe to the RSS feed on our website to stay up-to-date on all the community events and business resources that I will continue to post there throughout the month. We will also post on the Souderton Telford Main Streets Facebook regularly. Many local businesses also post there. This issue of the update looks like a kick-off for our holiday plans.
Thank you for subscribing to this newsletter. Please share it with your colleagues, friends and family.
Sincerely,
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 | Another Award for Partnerships |
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Souderton Sculpture Park
 Souderton Borough, Indian Valley Arts Foundation and Souderton Telford Main Streets were recognized by the Montgomery County Lands Trust for the new Souderton Sculpture Park in downtown.
Jump to the STMS website to download the flyer that MCLT created to explain why this project was worth recognizing with an award.
Our friends at Souderton Independent did an article that lists all the winners that evening. |
| Wine, Art and Main Streets |
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Country Creek Winery's Art Show
 As a show of support for Souderton Telford Main Streets, they have made STMS the beneficiary of an Art Show scheduled for Nov. 5, 6 and 7 at the Winery.
The three local artists who are participating have agreed to donate 20% of the sale of the artwork that weekend to benefit STMS. If you want to learn more or to RSVP to the Opening Reception, check outthe article on our website.
Beautify your home and your community with one investment!
Country Creek Winery is a regular vendor at the Indian Valley Farmers' Market.
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| Main Street Minute |
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Share With Anyone Who may Need This
 John Ralston has taken our Main Street mantra of "We don't need to run everything; but we do need to promote everything" to heart.
He now has a radio show on Monday mornings at WNPV that features everything that is going on with community groups in the Indian Valley region.
Yes, he has a weekly spot for Main Streets. I enjoy going to the station every Monday morning to interact with his other guests. I learn something new every week. You will, too.
Listen to past shows at the online archives and track upcoming guests at the show's website.
47 people clicked through in the last email blast to listen to the interview with the principles of the Broad Theater talk about their plans!
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| Melodia Grill Is Shining! |
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Two exciting events coming up in the next two weeks
 This weekend, they will be participating in the 2010 Philadelphia Food and Wine Festival at the Valley Forge Convention Center. They will be one of the more than 200 stations featuring foods, wine, ales, liquors, and more from world renowned restaurants and purveyors. Check out the show guide at the website. Their second event is on Nov. 10 when they pair up with Sand Castle Winery for a gourmet paring of wine and food. We have a copy of the mouth-watering menu for the evening at Main Street office. The chef at Melodia Grill is presenting an inspired selection of food to be paired with wines from Sand Castle. You will learn how food and wine enhance the flavors in one another as you work your way through seven courses. See their website for more details or call the restaurant for tickets at 215-721-4000. |
| Classic Towns, Classic Christmas
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Look for the Collectible Postcard
Keep an eye out for the 2010 Souderton Holiday Parade postcard.
They will be mailed to past participants, Indian Valley Chamber Members and distributed through out the community.
This year, the card is based on a photo submitted by Gwen Cukierski.
It captures this year's theme of "Classic Towns, Classic Christmas" with a shot of a young girl watching the Big Red Band marching past Main Street Java's windows.
The graphic design of the postcards was donated by Josh Zeigler of JCZ Design.
He is a new member of the Promotions Committee and he fits in well with all the other hard-working, fun-loving volunteers.
Special thanks to our 2010 Parade and Holiday Fun Sponsors, Almac and QNB.
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| Brick Oven Benefit for Keystone Opportunity Center |
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Wednesday, December 1, 2010
 A benefit is being held on Wednesday December 1st at Caruso Brick Oven. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Keystone Opportunity Center.
The event is hosted by Diana Bernecker, Marketing Coordinator for Moyer Indoor Outdoor.
Tickets are available for $35 by contacting Keystone Opportunity Center at 215-723-5430.
Two seating times are available:
5:30 Seating features:
4:30-5:30 - Networking and appetizer buffet along with a glass of wine, silent auction to benefit Keystone Opportunity Center
5:30 - Dinner and Desert served.
7:30 Seating features:
6:30-7:30 - Networking and appetizer buffet along with a glass of wine, silent auction to benefit Keystone Opportunity Center
7:30 - Dinner and Desert served.
Dinner options:Chicken Marsala or Lobster Ravioli or Vegan option available upon request.
Desert options: Tiramisu or Cannoli
Souderton Telford Main Streets will be doing a similar event there on January 26, 2011. |
| Alice in Souderton |
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Alice In Wonderland
 This is the last weekend to catch Alice In Wonderland as adapted and directed by Tom Quinn. The actors in the play include 15 students from the local schools who wanted a professional acting experience at the Montgomery Theater. These kids received a real life experience of rehearsals and learning from professional actors, directors, lighting designers, and stage crew. Read the full article about their experiences in the Montgomery News article. Then take a moment from your Halloween celebrations and enjoy a wildly inventive world at the Montgomery Theater. |
| No Half Measures |
| | Take Your Spouse
 The Montgomery Theater is premiering Half and Half in the Philadelphia market on November 13.
This poignant comedy about marriage and how gender roles have changed over 35 years is by Chicago playwright, James Sherman.
With Tom Quinn directing, you know this comedy will be worth seeing. Make sure you order your tickets now. |
| 2010 Annual Holiday Bazaar |
| | The Holidays are Looming
 When you have something as special as the Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Souderton Mennonite Home, it is worthwhile to mark your calendars.
Friday, Nov. 12 from 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9 am to 3 pm., you will find crafters and baked goods inside the main entrance.
You can also shop at the Corner Store where they have so many thoughtful gifts.
The Apple Orchard Café will be serving their famous Oyster Stew. Isn't that enough to get you looking forward to the holidays?
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| More Holiday Gift Opportunities |
| | First Sign of the Holidays in Telford
 The Victorian Boutique will open from Oct. 30 through Nov. 28 with their Craft and Home Décor Show.
Located at 53 N. Main Street in Telford, Jackie and John have been opening their home to this unique shopping experience for the past 24 years.
Join your friends and neighbors in making this part of your family's holiday traditions.
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| A Souper Dinner |
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Keystone Opportunity Center
 We like working with Keystone Opportunity Center and supporting all the great things that they do. Here is an event that you do not want to miss.
The community is invited to attend Soup Night on Thursday, November 18 from 5:30-7:30p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Perkasie.
This event is part of Keystone's recognition of national "Hunger and Homelessness Week."
More details at our website or on their website.
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| Rally in the Valley
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Don't Miss this Opportunity
 The goal of a road rally is for a driver and navigator team to compete on an unknown course using written instructions.
If you never have run a rally, you are missing a memorable afternoon of competition.
The Indian Valley and North Penn Valley Boys and Girls Clubs are holding one on Saturday, November 6. Call Cathy Shipp at 215.855.7791 for more information.
Participate in an exciting, interactive adult scavenger hunt and you will never worry about getting lost again!
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| An Annual Sleep Out
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 Keystone Opportunity Center has a fund-raiser coming up in November that does a wonderful job of reminding us why their mission to help homeless families is so important.
On November 13, they will hold their annual Rally and Sleep Out. They will Rally at the intersection of Main and Broad Streets in Souderton to raise awareness of the passing public.
During the Sleep Out later that evening, ffamilies and small groups will create their own cardboard shelters, something many homeless city dwellers use each night to protect themselves from the elements.
While this tactic is not something common in the upper Bucks and Montgomery area, the presence of homeless in the local communities is becoming more prevalent. See how you can participate or help at their website. |
| Sharpening the Business Edge
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| | Expert Assistance for FREE
 The Enterprise Center in Philadelphia has a couple of classes to sharpen your business edge that you should consider.
The first is aVisual Merchandising Class. Learn simple, cost-effective ways to make the most profitable use of every square foot in your store.
The second is aLegal Boot Camp for Small Business. This session is about the different types of legal entities you can incorporate under.
Read the articles on our website.
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| Is Your Business on Facebook? |
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More Marketing Opportunities
 So far, we have found 51 businesses, community groups and revitalization partners on Facebook and added them to our favorite pages.
Take moment the next time you visit the Souderton Telford Main Streets Facebook page to see if we listed your business or group.
You want to make sure your business can be easily found by the 550 people who like our page!
If you business is located within the Souderton or Telford borough limits, you are invited to post a business listing on the Souderton Telford Main Streets website. This is an easy way to drive people to your business's website or to provide simple information such as hours or directions. |
| Increase Profitability by Reducing Energy Costs and Pollution
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Worth leaving In for a Second Email
 The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the availability of Small Business Advantage Grants for small-business owners in Pennsylvania seeking to improve energy efficiency to save money and prevent pollution.
Small businesses can apply for 50-percent matching grants of up to $7,500 to adopt or acquire energy efficient or pollution-prevention equipment or processes.
More details at our website. |
| Frugal Lining Workshop |
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Tips Everyone Can Use
 Bev Gwozdz ( yes, I can pronounce that unique name) from An Extra hand Organizing is giving a workshop on Frugal Living in cooperation with the Indian Valley Public Library and Care & Share Thrift Shoppes.
Bev is a professional organizer who is chock full of wonderful tips that save time, money and the environment.
Wednesday, November 3, from 7-8 pm, the Indian Valley Public Library will be offering this free work shop called "Towards a More Frugal Life." See they are already saving you money and time!
Call the Indian Valley Public Library at 215.723.9109 for more details.
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| Supporting the Library with Good Taste
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3rd Annual Wine Tasting
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Facebook
| Souderton Telford Main Streets is now on Facebook. Watch for daily posts about a variety of local interest news. Post your comments or photos.
We now have a page for the Indian Valley Farmers' Market.
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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