|
Renewing BBG Members
Friends of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum - The first train arrived in Chesapeake Beach on June 9, 1900, filled with passengers and freight. The resort was fantastic, but after only 35 years, financial hardship spelled the end of the dream. On April 15, 1935 the last train left the station. Today, more than 100 years after that first train arrived, the past has been recaptured at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum http://cbrm.org/index.shtml
Prime Time Children's Center - Prime Time Children's Center has been providing high quality childcare to residents in Southern Maryland for 25 years. We welcome the opportunity to serve you and your family. http://www.primetimechildrenscenter.com/
State Farm: Wayne Shoemaker - Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. http://wayneshoemaker.com/
|
|
Calvert Conversations at the Calvert Library, Twin Beaches Branch - the Ice Storm of '94
An informal discussion of local history of interest to long-time Calvertonians and newbies. Complimentary coffee and tea. Come, relax in our living room, and share or learn something new! Since we didn't get to talk about the 20th anniversary of the Ice Storm of '94, due to the snow storm of 2014, that will be our topic! Bring pictures and stories!
Thurs, Mar 13 | 10am-11:00am
Calvert Library, Twin Beaches Branch
|
|
Volunteer at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum!
 New and returning Volunteer Workshop at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum: Saturday, March 8 at 10am at the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach.
Learn about our local history, share your stories, meet new friends!
Volunteer positions include docent, special events, newsletter and outreach. Hours and days are very flexible!
Photo courtesy of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
|
|
You Haven't Tried St. Patty's Day 'til you've tried it Heavenly Style!
YOU HAVENT TRIED ST PATTY'S DAY TILL YOU'VE TRIED IT HEAVENLY STYLE!
Corned Beef Cabbage and Potatoes
Fish n Chips
AND OUR FAMOUS REUBEN BALLS!!!!!
and of course GREEN BEER!
Happy Hour pricing all weekend!
Come join the festivities! Wear your kilt! March 14-17, 2014
|
|
FREE Local Lecture on SUNDAY: Steamboats & Wharves of Calvert County sponsored by BBG Members: Bayside History Museum, Calvert Library and Friends of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
|
|
IRS Small Business Tax Center Has Everything You Need
You don't need to be a tax expert to run a business, but knowing the basics about taxes can help you run it better. You'll find the basics and much more at the IRS.gov Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center.
Whether you're new to business or been at it awhile, the Tax Center IRS Video Portal has helpful videos and webinars on many topics. Find out about filing and paying business taxes or about how the IRS audit process works. Under the 'Businesses' tab, look for the 'Small Biz Workshop' and learn the basics about small business taxes. You can also apply for an Employer Identification Number get a form or learn about employment taxes The center also includes these resources:
- Online Tools and Educational Products. The list of small business products includes the Tax Calendar for Small Businesses and Self-Employed
- Install the IRS CalendarConnector tool and access important tax dates and tips right from your smart phone or computer, even when you're offline.
- Small Business Events. Find out about free IRS small business workshops and other events
Go to the Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center and use the A-Z index to find whatever you need.
|
Tri-County Job and Career Fair Employer Registration
Tri-County Job and Career Fair Employer Registration. Early Bird Registration Feb. 28, Job Fair on April 8.
College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Physical Education (PE) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La
Plata.
Early Bird registration is $265 through Feb. 28 and $325 through March 28. contact Lisa Warren at 301-934-7533 for details.
|
Does your business or organization offer activities geared towards children or families in the Twin Beaches?
|
|
Be a Sponsor for the "Run for the Bay 5K" RIGHT IN Chesapeake Beach!
 All sponsors who donate $500 will have their full logos on the back of all runners shirts. It's a great way to market your company. All sponsors that donate $250 will have their company's name on the back of the shirt. All sponsors will receive a FREE runners shirt. Please email me at Lakellner@hotmail.com and I can send you the sponsorship form. It's for a great cause. Thank you so much!
For Race Details: CLICK HERE
|
|
Keep an eye out for employee theft
Every year businesses across the country lose billions of dollars to employee theft. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to employee theft. Many dollars are saved when business owners and managers make prevention a top priority. Here are some tips for preventing employee theft:
- Screen all employees prior to hiring them. Closely check their references, particularly past employers. The golden question "is this person eligible for rehire?" An excellent resource is the Maryland Judiciary Case Search (http://casesearch.courts.state.md.us/inquiry/inquiry-index.jsp). Although not a definitive source, it does provide an insight to any criminal or civil matters involving the applicant.
- Upon hire, provide the new employee with written policies of what is and what is not allowed. It should also define procedures to prevent misdeeds in your business. The policies should be periodically reinforced with other longer term employees.
- Watch for employees who:
- Live beyond their perceived financial means
- Habitually violate company policies
- Have a suspected drug or alcohol abuse problem
- Seemingly trouble by outside issues
- Employees who feel they have been wronged by the business
- Have a robust key control system. Only issue keys to those with a need and collect keys and business identification upon employment termination.
- Make sure any key issued is a "Do Not Duplicate" key.
- Beware of contract or custodial worker thefts.
- Conduct regular unannounced audits:
- Account for all checks (issued and unissued)
- Maintain strict control over check books
- Limit employee exposure to cash and other valuable assetsAccount for all payment authorizations
- Account for all vouchers and receipts
- Account for any mechanism that authorizes or verify transactions
- Scrutinize payroll policies:
- Persons responsible for payroll should not be involved in check distribution
- Payroll should be audited for irregularities
- Audits should be conducted to examine records to uncover any signs of non-existent vendors, irregularities in receipts or payment authorizations.
POTENTIAL INDICATORS OF THOSE INVOLVED IN INTERNAL THEFTS
- A significant change in spending habitsA noticeable increase in the employee's standard of living
- An unusual devotion to a job or work function
- An employee with financial responsibilities who does not take earned vacations
- Employees who object to procedural changes that could lead to closer supervision
- An employee with financial responsibilities who refuses a promotion or transfer that would alter their current job functions
|
|
Restaurant Week is HERE!
Join Calvert County for the most delicious week of winter, Feb. 21-March 2, 2014!
Some of the most popular restaurants in the county have created special menus for this event.
Don't miss the opportunity to try new food or an old favorite!
|
|
Women of the World Luncheon
|
|
BBG Meetings - New Year, New Locations!
Save the Dates!
In 2014, the Bay Business Group will be holding meetings at North Beach Town Hall and the American Legion in Chesapeake Beach in addition to the Rod 'N' Reel, Herrington on the Bay, and Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa Hotel.
Please add these dates and times to your calendars now and watch the BBG website, Facebook page and Twitter for agendas and updates!
|
|
In August 2013, teenager Brittney Curl was in a tragic car accident on Mt. Harmony Road and suffered a traumatic brain injury, leaving her permanently disabled.
There will be a benefit to help with medical bills at the American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach on March 30, 2014 from 1-5pm including a Silent Auction, Raffle and Food. Tickets are $30 at the door.
For more information, contact Pat Shaffner 301-367-0766
|
