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Members & Community Events
Wireless Authority Needs Members
Pulaski County is seeking persons interested in helping to maintain and expand wireless Internet service in the County by serving on the Pulaski County Wireless Network Authority. The Wireless Authority is in need of members to represent the Massie and Robinson Districts, according to County Administrator Peter Huber. Anyone interested in being considered for service on the Authority should contact the County at 540.980.7705.
Retail Customer Service Workshop
On Monday, Dec. 5, from 2-4pm at New River Community College's New Rivery Valley Mall site in Christiansburg, there will be a workshop entitled "Improve Your Customer Service Skills." Participants will learn how to make a positive impact on customers, develop a problem-solving attitude and cope with difficult customers. Instructor will be Laurel Schirr, corporate trainer for NRCC. The fee for this workshop will be $18. However, thanks to special funding obtained by the college for this purpose, fees will be waived for the first 10 businesses to enroll employees (up to 4 employees per business). To register call 540.674.3617.
Free Family Christmas Pictures
David Gravely, photographer, will be set up on Sun., Dec. 11 to take family or individual photos at the Dublin Church of God. There is NO CHARGE for these photos. He will have a white backdrop set up with a Christmas tree and other Christmas decorations. He will start taking pictures immediately after church and will continue until everyone has been photographed. He will then load the photos to the church's website, from which you will be able to download the full-sized digital image. From there, you can take the file adn print it at any regular photo printing location to use for Christmas cards, photo gifts, etc.
You do not have to attend Dublin Church of God or any other church to take advantage of this free offer. For directions, go to www.dublinchurchofgod.net..
Virginia Enterprise Zone Workshops
The Virginia Dept of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) will hold 3 in-depth workshops on "how to qualify" for VA Enterpise Zone (VEZ) grant incentives. These workshops will provide detailed instructions on qualifyingfor the VEZ Real Property Investment Grant (RPIG) and the Job Creation Grant (JCG). Attendance is open to the public and free of charge.
-Wed. Dec. 7, 1:30-4pm, SWVA Higher Ed Center, One Partnership Circle, Abingdon
-Thur. Dec 8, 2-4:30pm, Henry Co Administrative Offices, 3300 Kings Mountain Rd, Martinsville
-Fri. Dec. 9, 10am-12:30pm, DHCD Offices, 600 East Main St, 12th Floor, Richmond
Exclusive Offer for Pulaski Co Chamber Members from Member One
Member One wishes to join the Pulaski Co Chamber of Commerce to thank all our members who help us carry on our work in Pulaski Co. You are invited to call or visit Member One's branch near Wal-mart in Fairlawn to apply to transfer any existing auto or personal loans to Member One at the great money-saving rate of 3.99%. Call 540.639.0511 or visit today to take advantage of this great thank-you rate before it expires on Dec. 17.
Attention Companies, Non-Profits, and Budding Entreprenuers
Could you use a student team to study and provide suggestions to improve your organization in one or more areas or help you with a business plan to start a new business? If so, Reed Kennedy of the Pamplin College of Business at VA Tech is looking for projects for student teams for next semester. For more info and/or if you are interested, contact Peggy White at the Chamber office at 540.674.1991.
Pulaski Polar Express
On Thursday, Dec. 15, at 5:30 and 6:30pm, the Town of Pulaski is hosting Holiday Lights Trolley Tours ($2/person, children under 8 free). Let's be jolly, come ride the trolley. Sing along to your favorite holiday songs as the trolley takes a scenic ride to view the charming holiday displays in and around Historic Downtown Pulaski. Tours will depart from Maple Shade Parking lot. Register for the tour by calling 994.8696, ext. 0.
Need Extra Holiday Income?
FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery will need 20,000 Holiday workers (including many right here in the Dublin area) throughout the US and VOLT Workforce Solutions is supplying the delivery drivers. If you meet the requirements for this assignment, you will be provided all the tools and equipment needed to succeed.
Large Format Printer Now at Library
The Pulaski Co. Library has acquired a large format printer and is now making these services available to patrons. Posters or banners can be created in various sizes, including 36" x 48" posters in color or B&W for $5/ea.
Pulaski Library Hosting Gingerbread Village Contest
Open to all ages, the library invites everyone to enter this contest by maknig your best gingerbread structure, whether it be a house, train, or something else one would find in a village. Entries can be submitted by individuals, ages 10 & up, or as a group or family. The only restriction is that all visible elements of the entry must be edible. Entries may be completely original or kits may be used. Deadline for submitting entries is Fri., Dec. 9 at 5pm. The public is invited to stop by the library Dec. 10-17 to see the entries and vote on the best entry. Winners, selected by a People's Choice vote,
An Old Fashioned Christmas Homecoming at The Southwest Times
The Southwest Times is sponsoring a first annual Old Fashioned Christmas Homecoming. They are launching this annual vent to give their readers and the community an opportunity to stop by and get to know the people who bring you the local news in Pulaski Co.
Hunters for the Hungry Need Contributions of Venison
If you or someone you know are a deer-hunter and do not plan to use all the venison, please consider donating it to Hunters for the Hungry. The charity organization that has operated for the past 20 years has seen a 40% drop in recent deer meat donations. The program has only received 111,000 lbs. for distribution this year, as compared to 185,000 lbs. at this time last year. So many community feeding programs are experiencing increased needs during these economically challenging times that any and all contributions are needed. The program accepts entire deer donations and will pay processing fees. For more info, call Ruritan National at 540.674.5431.
Seminars/Workshops for Non-Profit Organizations
Watch for more info on these upcoming seminars to be offered through New River Community College:
- Customer Service for Non-Profits: Feb 10
- Successful Grant Writing: March 6
- Social Media Marketnig for Non-Profits: March 30
NRCC Announces World Languages Institute
In keeping with the increased need for multi-lingual skills, NRCC will offer three options for studying a variety of languages that will appeal to hose enrolling as NRCC students, those seeking non-credit lanugage study and those seeking customized language traingin in business, industry and non-profit organizations.
Judges Needed for District DECA Competition
The District Competition for DECA, high school co-curricular marketing organization, will be held on Fri., Jan. 6, at New River Community College. Students are given "real-world" role plays with problems in various fields and are asked to present their solutions to judges. The time requirement could vary, but judges are usually needed from 1-5pm. Please contact Kim Radford at 540.951.5706 if interested.
The Opening Series - Live at the Merc! ~ Sat., Dec. 10: A Celtic Christmas with Viny Ringrose & Fire in the Kitchen; Doors open at 7pm, Premium seating is $15, general seating is $10. Call early - seating is limited! 540.980.3048 or 800.916.9346.
Ongoing Events at The Merc:
~ Friday Pie Day: Every Friday fresh baked pies available by the slice or whole.
~ Yoga Class: Every Monday, 6-7pm.
~ Beginner's Yoga (free): Every Wednesday & Friday, 8-8:45am
Visit our website drapermerc.com. for hours, contact info, directions, and more.
LEWISGALE HOSPITAL: PULASKI
Diabetic Support Group
Tues., Dec. 6, 6:30pm in the L. Brinkley Eure Education Building.
Topic: Food Samples/Healthy Cooking with Diabetes
Speaker: Chef Ken Waldenvile, Twin Co. Hospital
Support group for people with diabetes, their family members and friends. For more info, contact the Education Dept. at 540.994.8525.
Special Holiday Support Group
Thur., Dec. 8, 5-6:30pm in the L. Brinkley Eure Education Building
Topic: Holiday Message
Speaker: Dr. Dan Lawson, Senior Pastor for Grace Ministries
The Holiday Support Group is open for all cancer survivors, family, friends and caregivers or anyone whose life has been touched by cancer. They will have Dr. Lawson as their gues speaker with special entertainment and refreshments. Please join them for a time of sharing and support during this holiday season.
Hip & Knee Replacement Group
Thur., Dec. 15, 2-4pm in the L Brinkley Eure Education Building
This class is for people scheduled for surgery or thinking about having surgery. You will be taught by Physical Therepists and Registered Nurses. Content includes hospital info and procedures, exercises prior to and after surgery, treatment to get you back on your feet. Discussion about insurance and planning for your care after discharge. Please call 540.994.8451 with any questions. Deadline for sigh up is Dec. 12. RSVP to: Consult a Nurse at 1-877-242-2362.
Community CPR
Sat., Dec. 17, 8am-3pm in L. Brinkley Eure Education Building
Fees: $100 for new students, $50 for re-certification (if certification is still current)
This class focuses on preparing participants how to recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest & foreign body airway obstructions. It also provides hands-on skills needed to respond to these emergencies. Students will receive certification from the American Heart Association good for 2 years. For more info contact Darlene Edwards at 540.994.8549.
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Warner on Your Corner
Representatives from Senator Mark Warner's office will be traveling around the Commonwealth to meet with individual Virginians who have specific issues dealing with federal agencies. They will be at Pulaski County Library on the third Thurs. of each month (Dec. 15) from 10 am-12 noon.
NRCC Fiddle, Banjo & Dance Club 2011/2012 Schedule
 ~ Dec. 10, 2011: Bent Hickory, White Top Mountain ~ Jan. 14, 2012: Upland Express, Buck Mountain Band
~ Feb. 11, 2012: Olen & Frances Gardner, The Slate Mountain Ramblers
~ Mar. 20, 2012: The Blueridge Travelers, The Friday Night Dance Band
~ Apr. 14, 2012: The Adam Larkey Band, White Top Mountain
~ Apr. 28, 2012: Dailey & Vincent, 7:30pm, Admission TBA Free admission unless otherwise noted; donations accepted to help pay band expenses. Doors open at 5pm; live music 6-9pm. Edwards Hall at New River Community College. www.nr.edu/fiddle, 540.674.3600 x4307. |
