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County's Economic Development Strategy Discussed at November Lunch Exchange
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Sumter's County's new economic development strategy will be the topic of the Wednesday, November 9, Chamber Lunch Exchange at Wildwood Country Resort.
Administrator Bradley Arnold and Director of Planning and Development Brad Cornelius will outline the county's new approach to attracting industry.
The Lunch Exchange begins at 11:30am. Wildwood Country Resort is at 1504 Heritage Blvd. in Wildwood. Lunch will be provided by Gandolfo's New York Deli, 3509 Wedgewood Lane in the Villages. The cost to attend is $10 for members and $15 for non members
premium exposure in the Member Midway.
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Holiday Shopping Idea: Sumter Cookbook makes a great gift
Recipes and Reminiscences is the first Sumter County cookbook produced by the Sumter Chamber. The beautifully bound hardback cookbook includes recipes from local restaurants like Cotillion Southern Café, State Senator Alan Hays, longtime South Sumter High School principal C.L. Brooks and many more.
In the south you can never have a good meal without a good story, and Recipes and Reminiscences gives you both. Read rumors about what started the fire in the original county courthouse, find out about a famous Baseball Hall of Famer who called Sumter County home, and many more from the residents who lived it. Letters, photos, and infamous headlines decorate the pages of what is sure to become a favorite in your home.
The first run of Recipes and Reminiscences sold out in two months, but IT'S BACK. Contact the chamber office at 352-793-3099 to reserve your copy for only $13.00 (including sales tax) today.
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Leads Groups Grow Your Client Base
LEADS LUNCH
every Monday (except holidays) at noon
Beef O'Brady's, 2586 W. CR48, Bushnell
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LEADS SUNRISE
every Tuesday at 7:30AM
Steeplechase (new location),
12029 County Road 103, Oxford
These groups are active networking and referral groups of local business people, providing a variety of products and services. You are invited to attend a meeting. Bring business cards, brochures, etc. For details call the Chamber office at 352-793-3099.
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Sumter County Chamber E-News
Monday, October 31, 2011
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Compete for "Sumter's Best Burger" and Best Brisket at the Beef and Boogie Festival
 The amateur cooks who create Sumter's Best Burger and Best Brisket at the Beef and Boogie Festival will take home this Char-Broil Rugo Infrared 3 Burner gas grill with 680 square inches of cooking space and many more features donated by Sparr Building and Farm Supply.
Food businesses that compete will get bragging rights and a flashy award to show everyone your beef dominance. Think your burger or brisket is worthy? Enter TODAY at the link below.
The Beef and Boogie Festival begins Thursday, November 3, 6pm with the Miss Beef and Boogie Pageant. Then Friday evening and all day Saturday there will be live music, beef cookoffs, kids activities, exhibits, Cow Chip Bingo, food, craft and flea market vendors, a beer garden and more.
Read More at the Beef and Boogie Website>>
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 Nominate a Future Leader for the Leadership Sumter County Program
Leadership Sumter County strengthens the Sumter community through training its leaders for the challenges of tomorrow. The program focuses on developing informed leaders and channeling their ideas and experiences toward community resources, including issues and concerns, so that they might help direct the future of Sumter County. Read More Here>> |
 Florida wants to know: Are regulations burdensome to you? The Florida Legislature just launched "YourVoice" -- an online tool that will survey business owners and stakeholders and ask their opinon about state rules and regulations. Those interested in completing the survey can access it online here. |
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Member News
Events and information from your fellow chamber members.
The Scenic Sumter Heritage Byway Corridor Advisory Group is seeking letters of support from businesses for its application to the state for Scenic Highway designation. See a sample letter here>>
The Humane Society/SPCA of Sumter County welcomes JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show, a non-stop, action packed Las Vegas-style canine thrill show on Saturday, November 19. This dynamic event showcases amazing dogs performing to upbeat music. Read More Here>>
Lake-Sumter Community College's spring term begins January 9, 2012. That date may sound a long way off; however, open registration for new LSCC students starts November 21. Read More Here>>
Would you like to teach? Enroll in Lake-Sumter Community College's Teacher Certification Course starting January 7. Read More Here>>
Lake-Sumter Community College's Online Courses Begin November 9. Did you know that Lake-Sumter Community College's Computer Institute offers more than 300 non-credit online courses? Read More Here>>
Lake-Sumter Community College offers both 16-hour and 40-hour Security Officer Training classes staring in November on its Leesburg Campus. Read More Here>>
The Alzheimer's Family Organization will hold its 11th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, November 12, at Seven Springs Country Club, 3535 Trophy Blvd., New Port Richey. Read More Here>>
The Wildwood Women's Club is planning its 25th Christmas Tour of Homes, and is seeking historic or exceptionally decorated homes in Wildwood and Oxford willing to open for the tour. Call Rosiland at 352-457-4936 or Tangie at 748-5855
Registration is underway for Take Stock in Children's Strides for Education 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 19, at Dade Battlefield State Park. Read More Here>>
South Sumter High School is raising funds for new "Riddell 360" football helmets with concussion reduction technology. Read More Here>>
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Remember, our chamber of commerce is here to serve you and your business. If you have a suggestion for how we can help, please call us at 352-793-3099 or e-mail us at sumter-coc@sumterchamber.org.
Sincerely,
Andrew Cripps, Executive Director
Sumter County Chamber of Commerce
 
Visit our website at
www.sumterchamber.org
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