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SAVE THE DATE
Multi-Chamber Networking and Business Expo
Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Ave. Ext, Albany
Wednesday, September 16, 5:30-7pm
The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, along with the Colonie, Guilderland, Southern Saratoga County Chambers, Capital Region Rotary Club, and CAYP (Capital Alliance of Young Professionals), is hosting a multi-chamber networking event at the Polish Community Center in Albany. Featuring members of six business organizations, this event offers a huge opportunity for new business contacts and more!
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BUSINESS EXPO SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
For a fee of only $200, members will receive: 4 tickets to the event, An 8-ft event table to display company information, A direct link to your website via your company name displayed on all emails pertaining to the event, A direct link to your website via your logo displayed on our website.
For Sponsorship Inquiries, contact the Chamber at 439-0512
Space is going fast!
   
 
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30th ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
Normanside Country Club, Salisbury Rd, Delmar
Monday, September 21
12 Lunch, 1pm Shotgun Start, 5:30pm Dinner and Raffle
$140 Individual/$540 Foursome
Join us for an afternoon of golf and an evening of networking. The day includes lunch in the banquet room, 18 holes of golf, cart, use of practice facilities and locker rooms, bag drop service and dinner. Fun contests and a raffle to benefit two local non-profit organizations ~ School's Out, Inc. and Bethlehem Soccer Club
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All are welcome-Members and non-members, register with a friend, relative, or co-worker
Soft spikes & Appropriate Attire Required
SPONSOR
Promote your business to the community
DONATE
Contribute a gift certificate/product to the raffle, which supports local charities
School's Out, Inc and Bethlehem Soccer Club
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SPONSORSHIP To promote your business and be visible at this event, see details on the
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VISIT US AT THE MARKETS!
Next date September 26, 9am-1pm - Delmar Farmer's Market - at the Bethlehem Middle School, 332 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar
Next date September 29, 2:30-6pm - Tuesday Farmers Market - Delmar First United Methodist Church, 428 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar
As part of the Chamber's Buy Bethlehem Buy Local Initiative, we will be representing our Member businesses at two Farmer's Markets and assembling Welcome Packets for distribution to new residents and new employers.
If you are interested in having your business or organization's promotional materials included in these outreach efforts, please drop materials to the Chamber office.
Interested in joining us to represent your business or organization at one of the Markets, contact the Chamber to schedule a date and time. If you have questions, please contact Danielle at 439-0512 or by email.
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MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS
Angela's Pizza and Pasta is featuring a a Spicy Buffalo Chicken sandwich for September, served on our homemade Focaccia Bread! Get it this month only for $7.95! Another example of how we're more than just pizza!
Columbia Greene Media is offering Chamber members a 10% discount on advertising placement in its Sept. 11 issue of Hudson Valley Mercantile. The September issue is devoted to the fall harvest, with a particular focus on local farm stands and scenic drives through the countryside. As always, we're celebrating the unique confluence of people, businesses, and events within our communities that makes the Hudson Valley so special. For more information see flyer.. The Cheese Traveler will feature special guest chef Josh Coletto, chef of the popular Rock 'N Roll Brunch series, for our Friday night cook out September 4, 2015. Chef Josh's menu will feature his signature farm-to-table fare with his global influences. He will use the locally sourced meats and specialty pantry items featured at The Cheese Traveler to create signature dishes for the popular cookout series. Craft beer, cider, wine, and specialty sodas are available to enjoy with meal. Appetizers include monger's choice cheese plate and/or charcuterie plate, buffalo mozzarella caprese salad with 6-year aged basalmic and house-grown heirloom tomatoes and basil. Seating both outdoor and indoor is from 5-8 pm. Outdoor seating in the garden is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Take out is available, and please allow 20 minutes before arrival. Please check our website for Chef Josh Coletto's menu online or sign up in store for our weekly email newsletter. Call 518.443.0440 for take out.
Our Towne Bethlehem will once again be hosting the Annual Turkey Trot in Bethlehem on Thanksgiving Day. They are currently looking for Sponsors for this event. If you are interested in being a sponsor download the sponsorship form here. Sponsor deadline is 10/16/2015. All runners can register here. Kenwood Manor is offering a special "Pay a week, stay a week." The offer is a chance for your loved one to try Adult home living without the commitment. Pay for one week and get the second week free. No deposits, contracts or pressure. For more information on what's included, see the flyer. WWA ARC 5K Walk/Run and Vendor Fair will be held on Sunday, September 13th at the Glens Falls YMCA and Cole's Woods. There will be local vendors, refreshments and music. Also a 1-mile Kids walk or run. To register or for more information click here. Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy will present "Mushrooms of the Northeast"a two-part course about the mushrooms of the Capital Region. Learn from a classroom presentation about mushrooms and apply your knowledge during a field session while enjoying a sneak preview of the Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy's new Bozen Kill Preserve, opening to the public later this fall. Dave Muska of Ondatra Adventures will be the instructor. Join us on Thursday, September 24 from 6-8 pm. Classroom presentation at MHLC office, 425 Kenwood Ave. Delmar and Saturday, September 26 from 9 am-1 pm for Field session at MHLC's Bozen Kill Preserve in Knox, NY. The cost is $10 per person. In this course, we will learn the fascinating ecological roles of our local fungi, as well as key characteristics used in the identification of mushrooms. Topics covered will include identification techniques, taxonomy, morphology, edibility & toxicity, and medicinal fungi, as well as 'best' harvesting practices. Learn more and register here.
Pine Hollow Arboretum is looking for photographs for its upcoming exhibition "Images of Nature" coming to the Arboretum on October 3rd. Curators for the Exhibit are Alan Casline, John Berninger, Kay Abbuhl, and Mark W. O'Brien. E-mail up to three images to Alan Casline. If selected you must be able to deliver framed photographs to the Pine Hollow Arboretum Visitors Center on the weekend of September 26-27 or by special arrangement with one of the Curators. More details will be shared once your photograph is selected. The theme for the show is meant to encompass all nature oriented subjects and is not limited to just photos taken at the arboretum. Framed photos cannot have larger than 11" X 17" image size.
School's Out Inc., a nonprofit before and after school program is now hiring Activity Leaders for 2015-2016 School Year! If interested, call 439-9300 or download an application from their website. Register today for Foundry Fitness Delmar's Fall FHITness Challenge
A 12-week team fitness challenge designed to help you to Lose weight, strengthen, tone, and condition your entire body; Develop balanced, healthy lifestyle habits;Set challenging, yet attainable individual and team goals; Work as a team to challenge and support each other and Work closely with our coaching professionals for mentoring, motivation, nutritional guidance, and health and workout tips. Compete against other teams for glory and awesome prizes! Challenge Information: Compete as teams of five people (form you own team or register individually and let us create you team for you) Take advantage of unlimited FHIT Classes. Each team will be assigned their own Foundry Fitness Coach. *Teams may attend regular classes with any coach* For additional information and fees please check out the website.
The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine will host The Paleo Project Cooking Class. Join Chef and local Restauranteur, LJ Goldstock, Dr. Stram and Stram Center's nurse practitioner, Jenn Mager for a cooking demo and tasting to learn how the Paleo diet can be your vehicle to meeting your health goals and changing your life. LJ will cook up some amazing food for his audience to taste that will surely demonstrate not only the enjoyment of the paleo diet but how easy it can be to prepare. Cooking tips to effect a successful meal plan together with Jenn's easy to understand medical guidance will surely open the door to a new life style that will add health and vitality to anyone ready to enter! Plus, we will enjoy organic wine and hear what Bonterra has to say about the value of choosing organic! Monday, Sept 14, 6pm will feature Paleo Pizza - enjoy guiltfree and delicious pizza! Fee: $35; $50 per couple; $75 per family up to two children
To register call 518 689-2244.
La Empanada Llama has changed their menu! Our empanadas are staying the same, but their dinners will vary and they will also add Ceviche Fridays!
Blue Sky Music Studios has announced registration is now open for the fall session of Romper Rhythms! Romper Rhythms is open for children age 5 months to 4 years. Classes begin September 30th for the Wednesday sessions and October 5th for the Monday sessions. For more information visit the website.
Summer is drawing to a close..if you haven't left town take a relaxing break with Breathe Massage Therapy! 75 minute massage for only $75 until Sept 6th! Also, Spiced Cider Facials are coming back for the fall! Now booking appointments! 518.621.7979
The Dance Experience of Delmar has announced their 2015-16 schedule is now available on the website! Please review options and e-mail or call with questions. TDE will be holding three Open House this year - Thursday, September 3, 5-7pm. Come check us out, ask questions, register for classes, and purchase dance wear/shoes. View the 2015-16 schedule here.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine will hold its monthly Lyme Support Group on Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 6 -8pm. Come share your stories, frustrations, achievements and find support and guidance for Lyme Disease. Family and friends are welcome!
12th Annual Albany Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk will be held on Sun., Sept. 13th, at the Elm Avenue Town Park, Large Pavilion, Delmar, NY 12054. Registration begins at 8:00 and the walk starts at 10:15 a.m. There will be refreshments, a pick-a-prize auction, Code Blue band, individual/team photos, and entertainment for the entire family. Lunch could also be purchased afterwards from the Four Corners Luncheonette truck.
Join us as we increase funding for research and raise awareness for pancreatic cancer, the 4th leading cause of cancer death in this country.All proceeds will benefit The Lustgarten Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, dedicated solely to pancreatic cancer research. Cablevision NY covers all Lustgarten corporate expenses, so 100% of all funds raised go directly to research. To register, donate, volunteer, or obtain additional information contact info@albanypcrwalk.org or 518-475-1200.
On Thursdays between 10 AM and 2 PM, the Town of Bethlehem will be accepting donations for Habitat ReStore in the Capital District of slightly used furnishings, working appliances, cabinets, and other building materials at the Town of Bethlehem Transfer Station, 136 Rupert Rd, Selkirk, NY. See the Flyer for details.
The Delmar Farmers Market is open Saturdays, 9am-1pm for the season. Visit over 50 vendors for farm fresh produce, crafts and food stands. At the Bethlehem Middle School, 332 Kenwood Avenue every Saturday through December.
Tuesday Delmar Farmers' Market,
428 Kenwood Avenue - First United Methodist Church Parking lot, begins May 5th and runs through November 24th, 2:30PM - 6:00PM. Enjoy some great local products like fruits and vegetables, fresh artisan breads, gourmet cheese spreads, local honey, homemade desserts, fresh flowers and plants and more. Also enjoy a relaxing chair massage and get some great take out food for dinner. For more information, contact - Frank Stanton, President 518-756-8228.
16 Handles Stage 16 Concert Series - Join us for live music every Friday from 7:00-9:00 pm as we feature local talent in our Stage 16 concert series! Follow us on Instagram @16handlesglenmont for announcements and line-ups.
Add an event to our Community Calender here and click Submit an Event, it's free!
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NEW MEMBERS
Craig Lawson Interior Residential Painting
Craig Lawson
787A Route 9W
Glenmont, NY 12077
(518) 300-7802
Columbia-Greene Media
P.O. Box 178
Ravena, NY 12143
(518) 756-2030
Marianne Tumminello Distributor/
Sisel International
Marianne Tumminello
37 County Route 412
Westerlo, NY 12193
(518) 424-6057
hEARt Ear Boutique
398 Feura Bush Road
Glenmont, NY 12077
(518) 435-1250
Delmar Health Hut, Inc.
Denise Maskell-Lemieux
278 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 439-7775
Micky's Embroidery & Team Wear
Denise Maskell-Lemieux
278 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 475-0076
Bethlehem Town Family Dental
Henry Huang, DDS
241 Route 9W
Glenmont, NY 12077
(518) 776-4939
Belvedere Home Care
Bruce McShane
1 Van Tromp St
Albany NY 12207
(518) 694-9400 x 138
Delmar Bistro, Inc.
Cindy Leffler
180 Delaware Ave, Delaware Plaza
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 439-1000
Sky Beauty Bar
Kelly Brunina/Maegan Ublacker
339 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 463-7593
Upstate Geeks, LLC
Ermal Shkullaku
700 Kenwood Ave
Slingerlands, NY 12159
(518) 554-0001
Foundry Fitness, LLC
Charlee Pollinger
243 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 650-8111
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AROUND THE REGION...
USS SLATER will be open to the public for guided tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day this Labor Day Weekend, including Monday, September 7. Typically, the ship is closed on Monday and Tuesday for continuing restoration, but exceptions are made for significant holidays. We encourage everyone to take this opportunity to visit the only Destroyer Escort afloat in America and experience first-hand how the "Greatest Generation" fought, lived, and worked. USS SLATER is located on the Hudson River in Downtown Albany at the intersection of Broadway and Quay Street. Admission is $8 for adults and $6 for children. Call 518-431-1943 for more information or visit the website.
 Thursday, September 17th, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, The University Club of Albany, 141 Washington Ave. In celebration of our 30th Anniversary, the Community Loan Fund is hosting a luncheon with Dr. Rik Scarce, Sociology Professor at Skidmore College and author of "Creating Sustainable Communities: Lessons from the Hudson River Region." Please join us for an inspiring discussion of sustainable community development best practices. To register, click here. Food for Thought: Sustaining This Place,Thursday, September 17th, 7:00 pm,The Linda, WAMC's Performing Arts Studio
339 Central Ave. The Community Loan Fund, The Linda, and the Honest Weight Food Co-op present Dr. Rik Scarce's 50-minute film, Sustaining This Place, followed by a panel discussion. Based on his book (see luncheon notice above), this film highlights the stories of creative, courageous people and their accomplishments--stories that inform and inspire. For more information and to register, click here. Beginning Saturday, September 19th at The College of Saint Rose Learn what you need to know to start and run a successful small business with this intensive eight session training course offered by the Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region in partnership with the Huether School of Business of The College of Saint Rose. Class Topics include: developing a business plan, strategic planning, marketing, sales forecasting, financial management and analysis, legal, insurance and tax issues. The course provides fundamental planning concepts and tools to help existing and potential business owners. For more information or to sign up, please contact Paul Stewart at (518) 436-8586 x805. |
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