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Representatives from H&R Block gather to cut the ribbon on their new office in Delaware Plaza, Delmar. Donna Chow, District Manager and Denise Ward, Manager are joined by Debbie Battaglia, Delaware Plaza, Jennifer Kilcoyne, Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and H&R Block staff and clients.
Representatives from Hunt Real Estate - ERA gather to cut the ribbon on their newest location in Slingerlands. L to R, Jennifer Kilcoyne, Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, John Clarkson, Town Supervisor, Senator Neil Breslin, and from Hunt Real Estate: Sandy Evans, Peter Hunt, Dave Evans, Jaime Evans and Debra Britt.
 State of the Town RSVP online
Supervisor John Clarkson will deliver the State of the Town Address to the business community and public, outlining the challenges Bethlehem faces and his priorities for the coming year. Continental breakfast will be provided.
Business For Breakfast
Small Business Taxes in Light of Recent Congressional Actions in Washington
presented by Tom Donovan, Kevin O'Leary and Frank Venezia
Marvin and Company, CPAs, P.C.
Wednesday, January 30, 8 AM
Bethlehem Public Library
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Our leaders in Washington have acted and now it's time to take action. 2013 is looking somewhat better for many small business owners, now that Congress has agreed on many tax provisions that are supportive of small business. The accelerated depreciation opportunities that many Chamber members have benefited from have been extended. Several income tax credits are still available. Tax rates are going up for some of you, but not for as many as we had expected. Many expected the estate tax exemption to be lowered and it was not.
Come and hear updates and perspectives from representatives Tom Donovan, Kevin O'Leary and Frank Venezia, from Marvin and Company, CPAs and Consultants.
Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
Wednesday, January 30, 11 AM Berkshire Bank, Vista Technology Campus, Slingerlands Celebrate the opening of Berkshire Bank's new Slingerlands office at 11 Vista Blvd. They will also be hosting a Family Fun Day on Saturday, February 2nd from 9 am to 12pm. SAVE THE DATE  February Mixer
Wednesday, February 6, 5 PM
The Rustic Gourmet, Delmar
$5 members/$10 non-members
Join us in the Café at The Rustic Gourmet and make valuable connections. Newly added wine and beer selections will be available and the event will feature cafe favorites along with special items from their February Colonial era menu. Tri-Chamber Networking Breakfast Friday, February 22, 7:45 AM Crossgates Mall Food Court $5 members/$10 non-members RSVPMix and mingle with members from Bethlehem, Colonie and Guilderland chambers. Bring a door prize (minimum $10 value) and you will have the opportunity to give a 30 second commercial to promote your business.
View the online version of the Bethlehem Business map here.For additional details on all of our upcoming events,
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NOMINATE A BUSINESS PERSON OR CITIZEN
If you know of a business person or a community volunteer who stands out for their involvement and commitment to our community, please let us know! We are now accepting nominations for Business Person of the Year and Citizen of the Year to be presented at our 28th Annual Chamber Dinner on Friday, April 19th. Please return the completed nomination form by February 15th.
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MEMBER NEWS and
EVENTS
The Bethlehem Area Christian Churches (www.bethlehemareachurches.webs.com) will be gathering for a service of Prayer and Praise in observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. All are welcome to join us at 7:00pm, Thursday, January 24th at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 16 Elsmere Avenue, Delmar. Come hear the combined choirs and stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service. The offering will be given to the Bethlehem Food Pantry. For more information please call 518-439-3265.
Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited is pleased to invite your organization to participate in the first annual Bethlehem Community Spelling Bee, through sponsoring a team. This February 8, teams of 3-5 adults will compete for the title of Best Spellers in Bethlehem on the BCMS stage in front of a live audience. Prizes will be awarded. The team entry fee of $100 will benefit the BOU programs outlined in the enclosed brochure. For more information or to sponsor a team please click here.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
Community Town Hall Meeting
Selkirk, South Bethlehem, Cedar Hill
Tuesday, January 29 at 7pm
Selkirk Fire Department Station #1
126 Maple Avenue
This is the first in a series of community meetings providing an opportunity for citizens to speak directly with town-wide officials and discuss town issues and specific community concerns.
Come to share your views with Supervisor Clarkson, Town Board members, and other town officials.
Some of the community concerns to be discussed include: CSX and idling trains Sidewalks in your area Selkirk Bypass (Thruway Interchange)
The Albany Tulip Festival is looking for nominees for the 65th Albany Tulip Festival to be held in May. Do you know a young woman who is Resident of Albany County, aged 18-23, never married, has leadership skills and possesses Community Outreach goals? If so nominate her today by completing an application and submitting a letter detailing the nominee's qualifications. The deadline for nominations is April 1, 2013.
For all member and community events visit our Events Calendar.
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OFFICE SPACE
Looking for work space? Visit our Marketspace page frequently to see available office space. HELP WANTED Looking for work? Visit our Job Postings page frequently to see current openings. |
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NEW MEMBERS
Cornea Consultants of Albany
Kimberly Franjieh
9 Vista Blvd, Suite 100
Slingerlands, NY 12159
(518) 475-1515
Hunt Real Estate - ERA
Dave Evans
1365 New Scotland Road, Suite 1B
Slingerlands, NY 12159
(518) 414-4830
Burst Marketing
David Vener
122 Industrial Park Road
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 465-0659
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AROUND THE REGION...
 The Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region will offer an 8-week Business Planning Course
Saturday Mornings beginning January 26th
9:00 am to Noon
at The College of Saint Rose
Learn what you need to know to start and run a successful organization or small business with this intensive eight-session training course offered in partnership with the Huether School of Business of The College of Saint Rose. Topics include: developing a business plan, strategic planning, marketing, sales forecasting, financial management and analysis, and legal, insurance and tax issues. Click here for more information or call Paul at 427-7804.
The 27th annual Business Climate Survey conducted by Marvin and Company, the local chambers and the University at Albany School of Business has been mailed to approximately 13,000 businesses representing 10 Chambers. Please take the time to complete and return the survey, attached here, on or before January 25th.
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CHAMBER NEWS SPONSOR
Thanks to of Farm Family, Glenmont
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Save $$
Visit our Member to Member Deals and Hot Deals
to save on valuable services from local Chamber members.
Businesses interested in offering Hot Deals to the Community, contact us for more information.
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If you are looking for capital to grow your business, the New York State Job Development Authority (JDA), Empire State Development, has a program which works in conjunction with your bank to assist with financing. For details about the program, eligible projects and requirements see 
The Capital Region Sustainability Plan is part of 