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. |
FEBRUARY BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Join us for fun, food & the power of networking at the Hampton Inn for the Business After Hours (BAH), Wednesday, February 13th, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Don't forget your business cards!
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.
REALITY STORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Chamber’s Education Council is coordinating the “Reality Store” for all sophomores at Warren County and Skyline High Schools on February 28th. The Reality Store provides students with a look at life after high school and helps teach a valuable lesson on the importance of further education. Volunteers are needed for the event from 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Contact the Chamber at 635-3185 or info@frontroyalchamber.com to volunteer or for more information.
MEMBER NEWS
Blue Ridge Hospice upcoming events include: 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!
Randolph-Macon Academy Middle School is holding its fourth annual Scholarship Writing Contest for students currently in grades 5-7. The awards for the writing contest will be applied to the students’ R-MA tuition for the 2008-2009 school year. First place will be awarded a $2,500 one-time grant and the runner-up will receive a $500 grant. The contest is open to students who would be new students at R-MA in the next school year. Students do not need to be accepted to R-MA in order to compete in the contest, but to receive their scholarship awards, the winners must apply and be accepted to the Academy. Essays must be 400-600 words in length, and are due by February 29, 2008. The essay topic, additional information and an application packet are available by contacting the Middle School office at 540-636-5480, or visiting the web site at www.rma.edu.
The Humane Society of Warren County will hold a Rabies & Microchip Clinic on Saturday, February 23rd, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Humane Society. Ask them about their discount bundle package (vaccines, microchip and county license)! For more information contact 635-4734.
Belle Grove Plantation invites you to join them for a special Valentine's Day Dessert Party to learn about exciting volunteer opportunities at historic Belle Grove Plantation. Sample delectable homemade desserts in the historic 1797 Manor House, meet current Belle Grove volunteers and hear their stories. Belle Grove is seeking tour guides, special event assistants, and front desk, office and museum shop aides for the 2008 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 people attended this free community event, which features games, bounce rides, and entertainment.If your business or organization would like to be a part of Springfest 2008, please contact Celeste Brooks at cbrooks@rma.edu for an application. Space is free to those who are only displaying information; organizations/businesses that wish to sell products must pay a nonrefundable $50 vendor fee. Springfest is an indoor/outdoor event held 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 community in the fight against cancer. If your organization is interested in joining the Front Royal 2008 Relay for Life as a sponsor, or if you have additional questions, 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: 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 Outlook 2003, Feb. 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $125; Serve Safe Food Certification (Spanish), Feb. 26 & 28, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., $175. .For more information call 540-868-7021.
TOWN OF FRONTROYAL
Monday, February 11th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
Monday, February 25th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
COUNTY OF WARREN
Tuesday, February 5th, 9 a.m. at the Government Center
Tuesday, February 19th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
UPCOMING EVENTS
Feb. 5 Front Royal Federal Credit Union, Ribbon Cutting at Skyline High School, 8:20 a.m.
Feb. 6 Warren County Business Today on The River 95.3 FM
Feb. 7 Tourism Council, 9 a.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 9 “I Do” Bridal Showcase, 11 a.m. at Bowling Green Country Club
Feb. 12 Downtown Business Council, 9 a.m. at the Chamber
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
Feb. 19 Wine & Craft Festival, 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 19 Youth Leadership
Feb. 21 Realtor’s Forum, 9 a.m. at Skyline High School
Feb. 25 Women’s Business Council, Noon at the Apple House
Feb. 25 Small Business Council, 3 p.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 28 Reality Store
Feb. 29 Leap Downtown
Join us for fun, food & the power of networking at the Hampton Inn for the Business After Hours (BAH), Wednesday, February 13th, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Don't forget your business cards!
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.
REALITY STORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Chamber’s Education Council is coordinating the “Reality Store” for all sophomores at Warren County and Skyline High Schools on February 28th. The Reality Store provides students with a look at life after high school and helps teach a valuable lesson on the importance of further education. Volunteers are needed for the event from 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Contact the Chamber at 635-3185 or info@frontroyalchamber.com to volunteer or for more information.
MEMBER NEWS
Blue Ridge Hospice upcoming events include: 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!
Randolph-Macon Academy Middle School is holding its fourth annual Scholarship Writing Contest for students currently in grades 5-7. The awards for the writing contest will be applied to the students’ R-MA tuition for the 2008-2009 school year. First place will be awarded a $2,500 one-time grant and the runner-up will receive a $500 grant. The contest is open to students who would be new students at R-MA in the next school year. Students do not need to be accepted to R-MA in order to compete in the contest, but to receive their scholarship awards, the winners must apply and be accepted to the Academy. Essays must be 400-600 words in length, and are due by February 29, 2008. The essay topic, additional information and an application packet are available by contacting the Middle School office at 540-636-5480, or visiting the web site at www.rma.edu.
The Humane Society of Warren County will hold a Rabies & Microchip Clinic on Saturday, February 23rd, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Humane Society. Ask them about their discount bundle package (vaccines, microchip and county license)! For more information contact 635-4734.
Belle Grove Plantation invites you to join them for a special Valentine's Day Dessert Party to learn about exciting volunteer opportunities at historic Belle Grove Plantation. Sample delectable homemade desserts in the historic 1797 Manor House, meet current Belle Grove volunteers and hear their stories. Belle Grove is seeking tour guides, special event assistants, and front desk, office and museum shop aides for the 2008 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 people attended this free community event, which features games, bounce rides, and entertainment.If your business or organization would like to be a part of Springfest 2008, please contact Celeste Brooks at cbrooks@rma.edu for an application. Space is free to those who are only displaying information; organizations/businesses that wish to sell products must pay a nonrefundable $50 vendor fee. Springfest is an indoor/outdoor event held 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 community in the fight against cancer. If your organization is interested in joining the Front Royal 2008 Relay for Life as a sponsor, or if you have additional questions, 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: 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 Outlook 2003, Feb. 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $125; Serve Safe Food Certification (Spanish), Feb. 26 & 28, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., $175. .For more information call 540-868-7021.
TOWN OF FRONTROYAL
Monday, February 11th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
Monday, February 25th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
COUNTY OF WARREN
Tuesday, February 5th, 9 a.m. at the Government Center
Tuesday, February 19th, 7 p.m. at the Government Center
UPCOMING EVENTS
Feb. 5 Front Royal Federal Credit Union, Ribbon Cutting at Skyline High School, 8:20 a.m.
Feb. 6 Warren County Business Today on The River 95.3 FM
Feb. 7 Tourism Council, 9 a.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 9 “I Do” Bridal Showcase, 11 a.m. at Bowling Green Country Club
Feb. 12 Downtown Business Council, 9 a.m. at the Chamber
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
Feb. 19 Wine & Craft Festival, 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 19 Youth Leadership
Feb. 21 Realtor’s Forum, 9 a.m. at Skyline High School
Feb. 25 Women’s Business Council, Noon at the Apple House
Feb. 25 Small Business Council, 3 p.m. at the Chamber
Feb. 28 Reality Store
Feb. 29 Leap Downtown