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Upcoming Events
September 30Ribbon Cutting - New Pathways Counseling Services, LLC October 1Ribbon Cutting - SYM Financial Advisors October 3WakeUp! Midland October 7Ribbon Cutting - Isabella Bank October 9Membership Orientation Luncheon October 14Retirement: An employee benefit and it's never too early (or late) for a personal plan October 15Chamber Connection - Chemical Bank October 16Leadership Midland 2014
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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!
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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
 For the first time we can think of, the Chamber golf outing had to be rescheduled due to rain. The great part was that it was moved to last Monday, and you couldn't have had a more picture perfect day for golfing. We would like to thank all of our sponsors, golfers and volunteers. Without you, we could not put on such a great event.
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October WakeUp! Midland
Next Friday!
 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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- Educational Seminar -
Retirement: An employee benefit
and it's never too early (or late)
for a personal plan
 Does your business offer a retirement plan for your employees? Whether you do or you don't, this seminar will give you a review of the basics and also delve into the responsibility of those plans.
Are you, as an individual, thinking about your future...life after you leave the workforce? Younger and older employees, alike, should have a plan in place to insure financial security in retirement.
Join us to hear from Valdine Erskine and Rhonda Troszak for a look at the impact that planning ahead can have on you and your business.
Valdine is an Investment Executive at Independent Bank and has been in the financial services industry for 31 years. Rhonda is a Regional Sales Manager at Securian and has been in the financial services industry for 28 years.
Thanks to our sponsor, the early bird registration is just $5.00 per person through October 7th. After October 7, the registration cost will be $10.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
8:00-11:00 a.m.
(registration will open at 7:30)
Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center
- Admiral Room
Thank You to Our Sponsor:
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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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