March 2013 NewsFlash

Upcoming Chamber Events

Thursday March 7th -
9:30am Events Committee

Wednesday March 13th -
9:00am Membership Committee

Thursday March 14th -
8:30am Women In Business Committee Meeting

Monday March 18th -
3:30pm Marketing Committee Meeting


Thursday March 21st -7:30a.m.
Third Thursday Breakfast Seminar on Tennessee Gas at Best Western Inn


Tuesday March 26th -
7:30am Board of Directors Meeting at Belle Reve


FRIDAY MARCH 29th
CLOSED FOR GOOD FRIDAY

NO P.O. BOX

Please update your records and remove the P.O. Box 883 from the Chamber’s address. We have not had that box for a couple of years but a lot of members have not updated their records and the Post Office has requested it to be updated and it’s causing problems with payments and mailings. The correct mailing address for all mail to the Chamber is Pike County Chamber of Commerce, 209 East Harford Street, Milford, PA 18337. Thank you for your help.
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Pike Chamber Announces Membership Sale!

In today’s business climate, business owners are looking to trim expenses wherever they can and in these challenging times; one would think dues for membership is an expense easy to cross off the list. Unfortunately, they sometimes fail to realize that a Chamber membership can add to your bottom line in the long run.
Chamber membership can be at its highest value to a business when adverse economics are present. Local Chambers are an extremely val...

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The Pike County Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed in their newest member last week; May Brother’s Landscaping.

Michael Sullivan the Chamber’s Executive Director, Office Manager Lee Ann Camarero along with Chamber President Philly Viscardo were on hand for a quick shot with Aaron and Ted in front of one of their trucks. May Brother's Landscaping is involved in all aspects of Landscaping. Their services include, Hardscaping (walls & patios), Landscape Design, commercial and residential Ground Maintenance & Snow Removal. They also offer parking lot striping for ou...

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Irish Festival

Saturday, March 9th 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ski and celebrate the Irish in all of us! The bar will be featuring Killians Red Green Beer. Live entertainment will be provided by "The Celtic Martins Irish Band". Authentic Irish food will be available for purchase in the Scramble including: Corned Beef and Cabbage, Shepherd's Pie, Guinness Beef Stew and classic kid's favorites like hamburgers, chicken tenders and more. Don't forget to wear...

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The ARTery Gallery is pleased to announce its March exhibit.

“A Fresh Perspective 2013” is the third annual juried exhibit of fine arts and crafts created by the art students of the Delaware Valley High School.
An exciting collaboration between the cooperative gallery members, the high school students and their teachers to share with the community the creations of these young and talented artists and give them the experience of showing in a gallery setting.
Nearly 50 pieces will on display, including...

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25 Years of Weddings

Celebrating 25 years in the wedding business! The Riverview Inn in Matamoras is proud to say 2013 is the 25th year for making brides and gooms happy. Almost 700 couples have tied the knot and celebrated the beginning of their marital bliss. Owner Judy Shay is celebrating by inviting those happy couples to share a reunion with her and the staff. The Riverview Inn would love to hear from these happy couples as to their whereabouts so as to present them w...

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Free Tax Preparation!

ALL APPOINTMENTS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE

The AARP Foundation in conjunction with Pike County AAA will be providing free tax preparation service to low and middle income tax payers at three Pike County locations beginning on February 12th and running through mid-April.

The tax councilors will be available each week at the Blooming Grove Senior Center, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 am to 2 pm; Matamoras Boro...

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Ask Like You Want to Know. Key Action Steps to More Meaningful Conversations

Wednesday April 10, 2013
The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, Scranton
8:00am - Registration and Light Breakfast
8:30-10:30am Seminar
$15 General Public, $10 Leadership Lackawanna Members
To Register, call Karen at 342-7711 or visit scrantonchamber.com'events

Poorly framed questions and weak listening skills lead to wrong conclusions and bad decisions, costing you time and money. In this powerful semi...

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11th Annual CAREER QUEST

IN response to a need expressed by many MOnroe County employers, the partners of PA CareerLink in coordingation with the Pocono Record, is hostingthe 11th Annual Career Quest.
Job Fairs provide employers with the best marketing tool to advertise their job openings, programs and company exposure while succesfully collecting resumes and applications from qualified job seekers who might otherwise be unaware of your job openings. Last year this event d...

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March Events – 2013 Pocono Environmental Education Center

Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC)
538 Emery Road
Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

For Further Information: 570-828-2319, www.peec.org, peec@peec.org
Pre-registration is requested until otherwise noted.

Boy Scout Badge Fest
Satur...

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WERNER AND KOPPEL JAZZ UP MILFORD

The Werner/Koppel Jazz Duo will bring their dynamic sound to the Milford Theatre on April 26th. Featuring American pianist Kenny Werner and Danish saxophone luminary Benjamin Koppel, the duo's music ranges from lush ballads to up-tempo exuberance. This concert -- the first of a series soon to be announced -- will begin at 7:30 p.m., and tickets cost $15 in advance (see below) or $20 at the box office; children under 15 are admitted free.

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Local Independent Agency Selected To Offer The Hartford’s AARP Auto Insurance Program

After meeting several social responsibility and business requirements, DINGMAN DELAWARE INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC of Dingmans Ferry, PA are now authorized to offer the popular insurance program in the tri-state area.

The Hartford announced today that it is making its award-winning AARP®-branded auto insurance program available through DINGMAN DELAWARE INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC in the tri-state area.
DINGMAN DELAWARE INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC was ...

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The 1st Annual Taking Our Shot at Inspiring Hope: Working Together to End Diabetes 5K Run/Walk

The 1st Annual Taking Our Shot at Inspiring Hope: Working Together to End Diabetes 5K Run/Walk will take place on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 9 a.m. Our 4-year-old daughter, and many other local people affected by juvenile diabetes, needs your help to find a cure. All proceeds generated from this event will go directly to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). With your support and generosity, we hope to increase awareness in the community for diabet...

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Patton Scholarships Awarded

“I will do my best to make you and your family proud,” said Sarah Tigue as she was awarded one of two nursing scholarships from Judith Gustin in honor of Gustin’s parents Dr. Howard R. and Marian C. Patton. Tigue and the other recipient, Rachel Kominiski, are both students in the Class of 2014 at the Luzerne County Community College Nursing Program at Wayne Memorial Hospital. The Patton Memorial Nursing Scholarship, established in 2010 by the late couple’...

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Are you interested in helping Gifford Pinchot Audubon?

The Gifford Pinchot chapter of the National Audubon Society, which has for more than 30 years been fostering an interest in nature and the environment in Pike (PA) and Sussex (NJ) counties, is seeking new leadership to carry its programs into the future.

The chapter provides birding field trips and educational programs, many at Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, PA, ancestral home of conservationist Gifford Pinchot, for whom the c...

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Pocono Health System Announces Medical Staff Leadership

Pocono Health System/Pocono Medical Center (PHS/PMC) is pleased to announce its 2013-2014 elected leadership positions. Beginning January 31, 2013, George A. Primiano, M.D. will once again serve as Chief of the Medical Staff.

Joining Dr. Primiano in executive officer positions are:
•Vice Chief of Staff: Brian A. Powers, M.D.
•Secretary/Treasurer: Khemraj H. Sedani, M.D.
•Medical Executive Committee At Large-...

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Pike County Bar Donates to Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program

The Pike County Bar Association officers met with members of the Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program to present a check in the amount of $5,000.00 to assist the continuation of the adult literacy program. This donation helped WPALP meet the criteria of the 2012 Villaume Foundation grant of $5,000.00 in matching funds. The vision of the Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program is to support adults in their endeavors to function as literate and contributi...

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Record-Breaking Mistletoe Ball

It was the most successful Mistletoe Ball in the history of the Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, netting $22,200 for the non-profit hospital and its services, including its maternity unit, New Beginnings.
“We cannot thank our donors and patrons enough!” gushed Shauna Ridd, chair of this year’s dinner-dance. Held January 19th at Ehrhardt’s on the Waterfront in Tafton, the 72nd annual Mistletoe Ball drew close to 200 guests.
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SAFE HAVEN TO MOVE OFFICES

This year, Safe Haven begins an exciting plan to expand the quality and scope of its services.



Since 1999, the agency has housed its direct service programs at 500 West Harford Street in Milford. Effective July 1, 2013, Safe Haven of Pike County, Inc. will move to 402 Broad Street in Milford, the present location of the law offices of Klemeyer, Farley, & Bernathy, L.L.C.; who will be moving their offices nex...

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Safe Haven of Pike County, Inc. Offers Prevention

Safe Haven of Pike County, Inc. is happy to partner with the Verizon Foundation to offer prevention education for victims and survivors of domestic violence. Safe Haven will be using a $10,000 grant from Verizon Foundation to fund its various prevention education programs specifically serving the youth of Pike County.

Safe Haven offers various methods to share its timely message of prevention/education with the community. Foremost would be ...

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Safe Haven of Pike County, Inc. Welcomes Two New Board Members

The Board of Directors for Safe Haven of Pike County is pleased to welcome new board members from the local community. Safe Haven makes it a practice to engage active and justice-minded residents of Pike County to work as part of their Board of Directors.

Safe Haven’s Board recently selected two influential women who are pivotal members of our community: Dr. Lisa Pathak, M.D. and Ms. Valerie Seitz, to join the effort against domesti...

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Upcoming Chamber Events

Thursday April 4th -
9:30am Events Committee

Wednesday April 10th -
9:00am Membership Committee

Thursday April 11th -
8:30am Women In Business Committee Meeting

Monday April 15th -
3:30pm Marketing Committee Meeting


Thursday April 18th -7:30a.m.
Third Thursday Breakfast Seminar at Best Western Inn


Tuesday April 23rd -
7:30am Board of Directors Meeting at Belle Reve