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Upcoming Events
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Welcome New Members
Check this space every week to discover the new members who have joined the Chamber network and be sure to introduce yourself to them and their business!
- Midland Optimist Club
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Midland Area Farmers Market
Open Every Wednesday
and Saturday
 The Farmers Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. until 12 p.m.; some vendors may stay until 1 p.m. The Market is located at the end of Ashman Street in Downtown Midland.
While not all vendors attend every market, you'll now find beans, pumpkins, cauliflower, broccoli, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, peaches, watermelon, honeyrocks, garlic, sweet corn, peppers, beets, carrots, honey, maple syrup, hand-pressed oils, pasta, baked goods, fresh Michigan fish, local meat, eggs, cut flowers, plants, mums and more!
New this year, we even have a food court area where you can enjoy hot food. Some of those vendors may stay until 1 p.m. To keep up on Market updates, please follow the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/midlandfarmersmarket
Visit the Wolverine Bank booth to use your credit, debit or EBT card to shop at the Market.
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From the President's CameraBy Bob Stafford
 Diane Middleton reviews the multitude of options that are available for travel programs. Yes, this is the insane volume of mail she receives since attending a travel conference in March. Most of these programs are specifically designed for Chambers. Last year, we went to China. Tomorrow, we have 113 excited travelers ready to take off for an Italian trip that includes stops in Rome, Florence and Venice. Felice viaggi to our group and please stay tuned for next fall's sensational travel offering. Just a hint...you may want to brush up on your Irish brogue.
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Join Us Tonight!
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October WakeUp! Midland
Just Two Weeks Away
 You never know what's in store at WakeUp! Midland. You're sure to walk out with information or a new lead that you didn't have when you walked in. Our Talk Show guests are from the League of Women Voters. They'll give you the non-partisan "skinny" for the November election.
Join us for an informative and fun morning. It's a great place to make business contacts, have breakfast, register for door prizes and get networking! Don't forget to bring your business cards.
Friday, October 3, 2014
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center
Advance registration $7
(after October 1, it's $15 at the door)
Facebook Sponsor:
Midland Area Community Foundation - Like their Facebook page so you can see their contest
during WakeUp! Midland.
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New Member Orientation Lunch
 You took the first step by investing in your business by joining the Midland Area Chamber. Now it's time to learn how to take advantage of your membership benefits. Seating is limited, register early. Registration is limited to two individuals per organization.
Why should I attend?
-This event is only held quarterly.
-In only 1 1/2 hours you get a complete overview of the benefits of Chamber Membership and get your questions answered.
-It's FREE to attend and we provide lunch!
Who should attend?
-The newest members to the Chamber.
-Current members who know they are not taking advantage of their membership benefits.
-New employees of a Chamber member business who want to learn more.
-Future members who want to check out the benefits of Chamber membership.
Thursday, October 9, 2014
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Chamber Office - 300 Rodd St. Midland
For more information, contact Erika Wehrwein at ewehrwein@macc.org
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Reality Store Volunteers Needed
 Would you like to volunteer with local schools, but don't know how? We can help get you connected!
We're bringing the Reality Store program to local schools and this is a short-term, EASY way for you or your employees to get involved. The Reality Store gives students a pretend salary, checkbook and opportunity to live like an adult. They make all the same purchases that we do as adults, from health insurance to car payments. All directions and materials are provided for you; this is truly a turn-key volunteer opportunity!
Contact Diane Middleton at dmiddleton@macc.org or 839-9522 x 204 to volunteer. Morning shifts are generally from 7:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., and afternoon shifts are generally 12:30-2:45 p.m.
Here is the schedule of upcoming Reality Stores:
Mon., November 24 - Northeast Middle School
Wed., December 17 - Meridian Junior High & High School
Fri., January 16, 2015 - Bullock Creek Middle School
Wed., April 22, 2015 - Jefferson Middle School
Wed., April 29, 2015 - Bullock Creek High School
Wed., May 20, 2015 - Coleman Junior & Senior High School
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Chamber Job Bank
As a service to our members, we offer a free job bank for you to post any and all job openings for your business. Job seekers can browse listings or follow links to other job listings.
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Applications Being Accepted
from 6-12th Grade Students for YEA!
 This after school program teaches middle and high school students how to start and run their own real business with an experiential approach. Throughout the program, students brainstorm business ideas, write a business plan, interact with business professionals, pitch their business to investors and learn all the other important steps in starting up a REAL business. No previous business experience or even a business idea is required to apply!
If you know of a student who would be interested in this opportunity, it's not too late to apply! Please send them this link: www.macc.org/yea
Applications are available on the website and scholarships are available. For further information, please contact Tina Lynch at tlynch@macc.org. |
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Get One Before They're Gone!
WakeUp! Midland Sponsorships Available
As the end of the 2014 WakeUp! Midland season approaches, we have just a handful of sponsorships still available for the balance of the year. Don't miss your opportunity to deliver your message to an audience of 300 attendees.
Still Available
- October: Business Spotlight (2), Audience Prompter, Folder Insert (1)
- November: Ambassador of the Month Sponsor, Audience Prompter, Folder Insert (2)
- December: Business Spotlight (1), Ambassador of the Month Sponsor, Audience Prompter
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