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Thank You To Our Chamber Weekly Sponsor
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Thank You To Our Sustaining Partners
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Upcoming! Mark Your Calendars!
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Ribbon Cutting! Help Us to Celebrate the Grand Opening of MC Clothing & Gifts! Friday, September 5 at 12 Noon. 135 Rt 101A (MC Square), Amherst.
Time Is Running Out
Booths Must Be Registered by September 19 to get Into Expo Program. The Program is distributed to over 45,000 in Cabinet, Merrimack Journal,Bedford Journal and Hollis-Brookline Journal. Don't Wait - Booths Almost Gone! The Largest Business Expo in Southern NH! Click HERE for registration form.
Save the date for the Readers Choice Award Reception on Tuesday, September 30 from 5:30-7:30 pm at LaBelle Winery.
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August Chamber Happenings
Lunch & Learn-SEO Boot Camp! Tuesday, September 9, 12-1 PM, SVCC Office.
Are you interested in learning what SEO or search engine optimization is? How can it help your business? Why do some companies charge $200 a month and why do other companies charge $1500 a month. Bring your laptops and get a hands on training. We will explain what it is and how you can do it yourself. We will talk about setting up a Google plus page, and facebook page. How does Social media play into your business strategy? Did you know your social media accounts can help your SEO? Lead by John Kutyla, Pixate Creative. Light refreshments, free to members, $10 nonmembers.
State Programs To Help Businesses Succeed, Thursday, September 25, 8:30-10 AM, SVCC Office
Guest Speaker Gary Chabot from DRED will give an overview of programs available from the State to help business. For instance - The Job Training Fund will reimburse employers to train their employees for new skills. Businesses large and small will be interested in these programs. Space limited - rsvp 673-4360 or beth.boggis@souhegan.net.
Business BEFORE Hour
s, Wednesday, October 22, 8:00-9:30 AM, SVCC Office.
Hosted by the Souhegan Speakers and Featuring NH Employment Security.
Can't make our monthly Business After Hours? Then come network in the AM with us while learning about NHES' programs to help employers - important information on changing laws whether you have 1 employee or 500.
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CHECK OUT OUR NEW LOOK!
The Chamber has redesigned our website! Besides a new look, we have added great new information on Doing Business and Visiting our region. And we are now accepting business advertising!
Get your click-thru ad seen by an average of 1600 visitors per month. Be one of the first to reserve your spot when the ads 'go live' on September 1. Call or email the Chamber for rates.
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Member Happenings
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Re-dedication Ceremony and Reception of
Milford's World War ll Memorial Park, Sunday, September 7, at 1 pm at the park. During WWII, 13 brave men from Milford lost their lives. To honor their memories, the Milford World War II Memorial Park was created and 13 trees planted. Recently, this park replanted the trees and will rededicate the park.
Managing Health Care Expenses in Retirement: What Baby Boomers Need to Know About Medicare and Long-Term Care," September 10, 6-8 PM, at the Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce office, 69 Route 101A, Amherst.
This educational workshop will cover the following:
- How Medicare enrollment periods work - and what you need to do to avoid late-enrollment penalties
- How much you can expect to pay in health care costs after going onto Medicare
- How Medicare works with private insurance to provide comprehensive coverage
- Why most people pay too much for private insurance and how you can avoid excess costs
- Why you must plan for higher health care costs in retirement - including the possibility of needing long-term care
This workshop is purely educational. No specific insurance or investment products will be discussed. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Individuals may reserve space by calling Mike Bonacorsi at 603 769-3111.
SAKS Off 5th at the Premier Outlets in Merrimack is hiring! Sales & Service Associate positions, submit resume www.careersatsaks.com.
Amherst & Milford Farmer's Markets
Amherst - Every Thursday, 3-6 pm at Bedford Fields, Route 101A.
Milford - Every Saturday, 10-1 pm at Granite Town Plaza, Milford.
Locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, milk, maple products, eggs, baked goods and much, much more! Eat healthy and local!
DHHS and the Small Business Administration are also hosting a webinar on Tuesday, September 10th from 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET for members of the business community to join and learn more about the HIPP program ( Health Insurance Premium Payment program) and ask questions of Department staff. If you would like to join, please e-mail: rriso@pcgus.com.
"Children Educating Children," Reading Program at Timber Post Bed & Breakfast, Friday's, 2PM for all ages but focused on K-3.603-557-4534,
www.timberpostbb.com
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