Front Royal/Warren County Chamber of Commerce news
2008 I DO BRIDAL SHOWCASE
If weddings are a part of your business, then your business needs to be a part of the 2008 I Do Bridal Showcase. You can spend alot of money advertising and possibly reach only a few brides. Your message and service gets lost in a sea of advertisements. At the Bridal Showcase, you will be directly in touch with many brides. Brought to you by the Front Royal-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Debbie's Ivy Garden, Bowling Green Country Club and Clear Channel Communications, the 2008 I Do Bridal Showcase is scheduled for February 9th from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Register before January 15th and receive a 10% discount. Contact Niki at 635-3185 or nfoster@frontroyalchamber.com for more information.
REALTOR /BUILDER /HR FORUM & LUNCHEON
Hear the latest news and happenings about our community, school system, planning and zoning offices,economic development office and more to help you close the deal. You are invited to the Realtor/Builder/Human Resources Forum & Luncheon on Thursday, February 21, 9:30 a.m. at Skyline High School. A special presentation, "Motivation - It's An Inside Job" will be given at 12:15 p.m. and lunch is included. The Forum is sponsored by Front Royal Federal Credit Union, Country Home Mortgage, BB&T Mortgage -Aneita Bryant, Property Solvers, and Commonwealth One Federal Credit Union. To rsvp or for more information contact Niki Foster at 635-3185 or nfoster@frontroyalchamber.com by Monday, February 18th.
NON-PROFIT COUNCIL
The Non-Profit Council will meet Thursday, January 31st, Noon at the Chamber office. The agenda will include updates and special event dates (for community calendar) given by each Non-Profit as well as a discussion on plans for a Non-Profit Showcase. For more information or to rsvp contact 635-3185 or nfoster@frontroyalchamber.com.
MEMBER NEWS
Blue Ridge Hospice upcoming events include: Pet Loss Support Group, Jan. 29 – Feb. 19, 5-6:30 p.m.; Understanding and Managing Your Anger, Feb. 12 – March 18, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Safe Passages Support Group, Feb. 13 – Apr. 2, 2-3:30 p.m.; Dominion Document Shredding, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Community Wellness Festival, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; The Moon Balloon Project, Apr. 15, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information contact Lisa Wilt 540-536-5210.
NEW! Friday Night Buffet at The Apple House from 5 - 9 pm. Reservations Recommended by calling 540-636-6329. Come enjoy some delicious food and call for a sampling of the buffet items!
Belle Grove Plantation invites you to join them for aspecial Valentine's Day Dessert Party to learn about exciting volunteeropportunities at historic Belle Grove Plantation.Sample delectablehomemade desserts in the historic 1797 Manor House, meet current Belle Grovevolunteers and hear their stories.Belle Grove is seeking tour guides,special event assistants, and front desk, office and museum shop aides for the2008 season.The Valentine's Day Dessert Party will be held at 1 p.m. on Valentine's Day, Thursday, February 14 at Belle Grove Plantation in Middletown,VA.Contact Betsy Anderson or Craig Orndorff for more information or to RSVP by phone call 869-2028 or email info@bellegrove.org.
Randolph-Macon Academy’s third annual Springfest will be Saturday, April 19, 2008, from 12 noon to 4:00pm.Last year, about 1,000 peopleattended this free community event, which features games, bounce rides, andentertainment.If your business ororganization would like to be a part of Springfest 2008, please contact Celeste Brooks at cbrooks@rma.edu for an application. Space is free to thosewho are only displaying information; organizations/businesses that wish to sellproducts must pay a nonrefundable $50 vendor fee.Springfest is an indoor/outdoor eventheld rain or shine.
Front Royal Relay for Life 2008! June7th-8th! Corporate sponsorship is an essential component of the success of our Front Royal 2008 Relay for Life event. Corporate sponsorship levels range from $250- $2,000. Your companies commitment and generosity is the key to finding the cure! We would be honored if you would take this opportunity to join in with the entire communityin the fight against cancer. If your organization is interested in joining theFront Royal 2008 Relay for Life as a sponsor, or if you have additionalquestions, please contact Jodie Knight at540.631.2595or e-mail jodie.knight@yahoo.com.
The Lord Fairfax Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education is offering the following classes: Electrical: Basic Electrical Theory, Jan 29 - Mar 6, 7 - 9 p.m., $395; Peer Today, Boss Tomorrow,Jan 31, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., $95; Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Computer Basics, Feb. 2, 9 a.m. – Noon, $195; HVAC Troubleshooting and Service Repair, Feb. 4, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., $255; Learn Spanish the Fast and Fun Way – Part I, Feb. 5, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., $245; Microsoft Word 2007 – Basic, Feb. 6 & 8, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., $145; SHRM Learning System, Feb. 7, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., $895; Facilitation and Training Techniques for Core Stability, Feb. 9, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., $199; AutoCAD 2008 – Level 1: Mastering the Fundamentals, Feb. 11, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., $355; Microsoft Word 2003 – Basic, Feb. 11 & 13, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $125; SHRM Global Learning, Feb. 12, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., $899; Employee Recruitment, Hiring and Interviewing, Feb. 14, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., $95; Customer Service for the Public Employee, Feb. 15, 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m., $95; Medical Administration Training, Feb.16, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., $125; Microsoft Excel 2003 – Basic, Feb. 18 & 20, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $125; Measuring, Eval, & Motivating Employee Performances, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., $95; Stay in Touch with MS Ooutlook 2003, Feb. 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $125; ServSafe Food Certification (Spanish), Feb. 26 & 28, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., $175. .For more informationcall540-868-7021.
TOWN OF FRONTROYAL
Monday, January 28th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
UPCOMING EVENTS
Jan. 29 Brown Bag Series, Noon at the Chamber
Jan. 30 Non-Profit Council, Noon at the Chamber
Feb. 1 Education Council, 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 6 Warren County Business Today on The River 95.3 FM
Feb. 9 “I Do” Bridal Showcase, 11 a.m. at Bowling Green Country Club
Feb. 13 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting, 4 p.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 13 Business After Hours, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Hampton Inn
Feb. 14 Adult Leadership
Feb. 18 Chamber Closed