Sullivan Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Events

The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber on the Run) will be helping two new businesses open their doors to the public this week...stop by and join the fun at these official ribbon cutting ceremonies!

The Enchanted Florist Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting

When: Saturday, March 10^th, 2012 from 9am-5pm. Ribbon Cutting at Noon.

Where: The Enchanted Florist
             4889 State Route 52, Jeffersonville, NY

Join the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce & the Jeffersonville Chamber for the Grand Opening of the Enchanted Florist in Jeffersonville on March 10^th, 2012 at their location, 4889 State Route 52, Jeffersonville, NY. 

They will be offering refreshments and a free rose to all those who come to meet them from 9am-5pm.  There will also be a free drawing for an Easter Centerpiece that all attendees can enter.  The Ribbon Cutting will take place  at noon.

For more information contact: Janet - The Enchanted Florist at 845-482-4700 or e-mail thenchantedflorist@gmail.com.

Then we have:

The Client’s Advocate Grand Office Opening & Ribbon Cutting

When: Tuesday, March 13^th, 2012 from 8am-8pm.
                Ribbon Cutting at Noon

Where: The Client’s Advocate Photography & Self Promotion                10 St. John’s Street, 2^nd Floor, Monticello, NY

The Client's Advocate Photography & Self Promotion is having its grand office opening on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 8:00 A.M- 8:00 P.M. Join them for the first annual "Spread The Luck Event” at our Monticello, N.Y office located at 10 St. John St on the second floor. Anyone can come to get a professional resume custom built, free of charge! Updating your resume is a good idea to do, no matter what your situation is. If you already have a resume, feel free to bring it in for enhancement. A professional resume will help market yourself to full potential.

In addition to receiving a free resume, you will have the opportunity to book any of their photography and self-promotion packages at 50% off! Some of the packages they offer include wedding packages, website design for personal or small business use, modeling, videography packages, portfolio assembly, and more!
They will be serving free lunch and refreshments throughout the day. After you have had your resume created, have the chance to enter their prize drawing for a free mp3 player! The Client's Advocate Photography & Self Promotion will also give out gift certificates for our packages randomly during the day.

The Client's Advocate realizes people's struggle during this economic tough time, especially in the local area. Therefore, they are using this opportunity as a way to give back to the community, by hosting a food drive for our local pantries. You are welcome to bring canned goods or non-perishable food to the event to help our community.

We look forward to seeing you at their opening event. Please feel free to contact us to make your appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. For more details about their business please visit their website at www.theclientsadvocate.com, email theclientsadvocate@hotmail.com or call 845-796-3129.
 

DISCOUNTS FOR BEAUTIFICATION

Local Merchants Offer Discounts for Community Projects  

[MONTICELLO] – Local businesses can support community beautification projects throughout Sullivan County by joining the Merchant Discount Program organized by the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce and Sullivan Renaissance.

Now in its eleventh year, the program links volunteer Renaissance projects with businesses offering discounts on products and services used to clean up and beautify communities.

Sullivan Renaissance grants provide community groups with seed money for beautification and spruce up projects.  Grant amounts range from $200 to $5000 depending on the size of the project.  The discount program helps this money go farther, while encouraging local spending.

“Everyone wins with this program,” said Chamber President and CEO Terri Ward.  “Merchants get an increase in business; community groups are able to stretch their resources while keeping the dollars local; and Sullivan County looks more inviting to visitors and residents alike.”

Merchants set the savings amounts – typically 10% to 20% or more – and are given a list of participants.  Project leaders are given special cards to identify that the items they are purchasing will be used for community projects.  Stores are publicized in flyers, news releases and on the Sullivan Renaissance website [www.sullivanrenaissance.org].

To register for the program, individuals should contact the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce at 845-791-4200 or Sullivan Renaissance at 845-295-2452.  Businesses do not need to be chamber members to participate.

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS AT ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXPO

Merchants are invited to attend the Sullivan Renaissance Annual Conference and Expo on Saturday, March 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the CVI Center in Ferndale.  “Main Street Success Stories” and “Enhance Your Storefront for Under $200” are free workshops geared for business.  Keynote speaker Joe Lamp’l, host of the TV series “Growing a Greener World,” will talk about the latest trends in eco-friendly living.  For information on how to register, go to www.sullivanrenaissance.org or call 845-295-2445.

Monticello...Broadway Craft & Farm Festival August 21!

MONTICELLO FESTIVAL TO CELEBRATE BROADWAY COMPLETION

“Broadway Craft & Farm Fest” on Sunday, August 21

MONTICELLO – Building on the success of the recent “National Night Out” event that was attended by over a thousand people, the Village of Monticello is proud to announce that it will be holding a “Broadway Craft & Farm Fest” on Sunday, August 21^st from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. The festival will be held at the vacant lot on the corner of Broadway and St. John’s Street (across from the County Courthouse). A portion of Broadway (from Bank Street to Liberty Street) will also be closed off for most of the day.

The event has been organized to celebrate the completion of the reconstruction of Broadway and will include a parade at noon, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:00 p.m. The festival includes vendors, antique cars, free entertainment by local bands and dance troupes, inflatables and children’s activities, remote broadcasts by local radio stations, and more. The event will conclude at 6:00 p.m. with a special concert on the courthouse lawn sponsored by the Monticello Business Association.

“It was great seeing Broadway lined with thousands of people having a good time at National Night Out,” remarked Mayor Gordon Jenkins, “We are hoping to have an even bigger turnout for this event and we want to use this as an opportunity to celebrate Monticello’s new beginnings.”

Several local businesses in Monticello will offer specials and discounts on meals and merchandise, as well as personal services like manicures and dry cleaning. Other businesses have stepped in with support, such as Spencer Daniels Agency, which is donating all of the inflatables. Collaborating groups that have been working with village officials to organize the event include the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce, Sullivan Renaissance, and the Recovery Center.

There is still room for more vendors, and the village has waived the application fee. Anyone interested in being a vendor, marching in the parade, or participating in the car show should contact Village Manager John LiGreci at 845-794-6130 x 306.