RRCC Business Show Registration
Exhibitors Sign Up Now! RRCC Business Show 2011
Almost Sold Out!
 The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce is excited to present the RRCC Business Show 2011 sponsored by Rutland Regional Medical Center! The show will be held on March 8, 2011 – 4pm-7:30pm at the Holiday Inn. There are only 12 exhibitor spaces left, call now (802-773-2747) to guarantee your space. This is a great way to show off your products and services to 800-1,000 RRCC Members and the general public. Click here for a vendor form.
RRCC continues to keep exhibitor costs low with spaces beginning at $180.00 for the show. The show will feature a diverse group of members and non members exhibiting everything from home services and products, automobiles, health care, restaurants, retailers and much much more.
This year at the show RRCC will be raising money for the Salvation Army Food Shelf and the BROC Food Shelf through a $3 entrance fee at the door.
For more information on participating or attending the show, call the Chamber at 773-2747, click here for a vendor information form or go to www.rutlandvermont.com.
RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast Feb. 14 On New Taxes
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Governor Peter Shumlin was the featured speaker at the RRCC/REDC Legislatlive Breakfast held on January 24th sponsored by TD Bank.
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The next RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast will feature Michael Costa, Director of the Vermont Blue Ribbon Tax Structure Commission. Mr. Costa will present the findings of the Blue Ribbon Tax Structure Commission and their recommendations to the Vermont Legislature.
The breakfast will take place on February 14th, 7:30am at Franklin Conference Center. The cost is only $8 per person and includes a full breakfast buffet. The RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast Series is sponsored by TD Bank.
RRCC/REDC Legislative Bus Trip-Sign Up Now!
RRCC & REDC will also be hold their annual Legislative Bus Trip to the State House in Montpelier on February 22nd, the bus trip is sponsored by OMYA, Inc. The day will start at 7am with coffee and donuts at the RRCC Conference Room (50 Merchants Row, Downtown Rutland), the Premier Coach will depart promptly at 7:30am. The day will include an opportunity to meet with members of the Rutland County Legislative Delegation and other key members of government, attend committee meetings and lunch with officials at Capitol Plaza. The cost of the day is only $15 per person, an RSVP is required by calling RRCC at 802-773-2747 or emailing us.
For more information on these or any Legislative Events call RRCC at 802-773-2747 or go to www.rutlandvermont.com.
Take The GE/Chamber Challenge-We Need You!
GE Rutland and RRCC are teaming up to challenge local businesses and organizations to accept their challenge and organize a team to walk in the March of Dimes Annual Walk for Babies on Saturday morning, April 30th beginning at Mill River Union H.S. in North Clarendon. The new goal of the walk this year is to raise $40,000.
Dan DiBattista, Plant Leader at GE Rutland is Chairing the event for the March of Dimes for the second year. Chamber EVP, Tom Donahue suggested to Dan that the two organizations team up to challenge the businesses and the community to organize a team representing their business or organization and encourage their employees, customers etc. to participate.
All we are asking today is that you please simply click the link here to respond to take up this important challenge and we will help you with all the details for your business or organization.
Tom Donahue will be leading Team Chamber. If you are an individual and want to walk please join us on Team Chamber by clicking here.
Daffodil Days-Order Now!
 To place an order by March 1st or volunteer with the Daffodil Days program, contact Erin Martin, American Cancer Society staff partner at 802.770.4693 or email erin.martin@cancer.org.
For more than 35 years, the American Cancer Society has been sharing hope for a world free from cancer with Daffodil Days®, a beloved program to welcome spring and help raise funds and awareness to fight cancer and to create a world with more birthdays. Volunteers are needed now to assist with 2011 event planning.
The American Cancer Society is currently seeking Daffodil Days volunteers and a Rutland County coordinator to share the hope for a cancer free future. The county coordinator will be responsible for promoting the program to local businesses, schools, and organizations and overseeing orders and deliveries. Individuals interested in serving as county coordinator should have an interest in working with community leaders and the public, knowledge of their community, and good organizational skills. Volunteers are needed to assist in event planning and coordinating orders, as well as packing and delivering daffodils in March 2011.
January Chamber Mixer
 A large crowd was on hand for the January Chamber Mixer held at Cobra Gymnastics and Dance Studio. The February Chamber Mixer will be held at CSC's Spartan Arena in Rutland on Tuesday, February 8th, 5-7pm.
Workers' Comp Corner
2011 Vermont Governor’s Workplace Safety Award Nominations to be accepted:
The Governor of Vermont and the Vermont Department of Labor have annually recognized Vermont based companies that have made outstanding achievements in Workplace Safety and Health starting in 2005. The Governor’s Award on workplace safety is the highest honor given by the State of Vermont to recognize an employer’s commitment to excellence in workplace safety and health. The Governor’s award now has three categories for small, medium and large companies, as well as a special recognition category. The Governor is scheduled to announce recipients of this award during the 7th Annual Workplace Safety Award Ceremony, which will take place on Thursday, May 12, launching the Annual Vermont Workplace Safety Conference in Burlington. Information including official State press releases, nomination forms and other data will be posted on the Vermont Department of Labor’s web page.
Workers' Comp Corner is sponsored by Poulos Insurance: For more information or rates on Workers' Compensation or any other business insurance contact Chuck Rose at Poulos Insurance, 802-775-4443
Membership Directors Update - Joan Hill
 Hi Everyone,
Thank you to Cobra Gymnastics and Dance Studio for hosting the January Mixer. The food and presentation was wonderful.
Congratulations to Applewood Manor Bed & Breakfast which was recently selected as one of the top ten B&Bs in the U.S.
Thank you to TD Bank for sponsoring the RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast Series. What a great kick off with the Governor’s breakfast at South Station on January 24th.
Join a committee, offer Perk Card discounts and get involved to receive the most benefit from your Chamber. I look forward to seeing you all at the next mixer at the Spartan Arena in Rutland on Tuesday, February 8th.
Welcome New Members
Cortina Inn
Manjari Bhakta
103 US Route 4, Killington, VT 05751
Ph: 802-772-7118 Fax: 802-772-7172
Email: mbhakta@cortinainn.com
www.cortinainn.com
Resort for all seasons. Available for lodging, dining,
weddings, banquets and meetings.
Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center
William Kelley
120 Merchants Row, Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-775-8080
Email: kelleyw@pyramidvt.com
www.pyramidvt.com
The Pyramid is an integrated, holistic center offering
an array of products and services, including massage,
counseling, hypnotherapy, fitness, the Salt Cave, and
Oxygen Bar
The Entrepreneur’s Source
Dan Dukeshire
1100 Colonial Dr., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-772-7146 ~ 855-216-2841
Fax: 802-747-4471
Email: ddukeshire@esourcecoach.com
TES business coaching services are two-fold:
1) helping clients manage the challenges of growing
a business to peak performance, and; 2) purchasing
a business franchise with a unique Discovery
process that matches lifestyle and experience.
Vermont Woodchuck Guide Service
Rodrick Pingree
2-A Haywood Ave., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-773-8767
Email: caverrick@mac.com
web.me.com/caverrick/woodchuckguide
Specializing in families and individuals. Low impact
activities with an emphasis on teaching. Waterfalls,
cemeteries, cave/mine exploring or kayaking.
News From Our Members
American Cancer Society holds Survivor and Caregiver Social at Franklin Conference Ctr., Howe Center, Strongs Ave., on February 12th. A Valentine's Celebration open to all survivors and caregivers 1-3 p.m., R.S.V.P. to Daisy Chapman by Feb. 10 to 779.5977 or dchap61620@aol.com
ARC Rutland Area is providing Valentines in co sponsorship with the Elks on Sunday, February 13, 2011 from 1-4PM for people with developmental disabilities, their families and friends
Brandon’s Annual Art in the Snow Winter Weekend Celebration of the Arts will take place on February 26-27. Nearly 2 dozen artists are opening their studios with additional exhibits throughout the village and specials from merchants, restaurants and inns, Sat 11 - 4:30; Sun 11 - 2:30 p.m., for more information call (802) 247-4956 or visit www.brandon.org.
Chaffee Art Center will honor the works of younger Vermont artists with the February 18th opening of an exhibit titled Made in Vermont: The Art of VT Undergrads. For more information call 802-775-0356 or go to www.chaffeeartcenter.org
Downhill for Diabetes Charity event at Pico Mountain Resort in Killington, Vermont on February 13th. Participants will raise money to ski or snowboard, similar to a donation walk, 100% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to JDRF. You can more information on our website: http://www.donationsfordiabetes.org/
Paramount Theatre has several great performances scheduled including: Academy of St. Martin In The Fields Chamber Ensemble; FDR with Ed Asner; Peking Acrobats; Irish Comedy Tour; Capitol Steps; Jack Ingram and much more. For more a complete schedule, more information or tickets call 802-775-0903 or go to www.paramountlive.org.
Pico Mountain presents Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge on February 27th. This event is free to enter and registration will take place in the Pico Base Lodge at 8:00 a.m. The race starts at 11:00 a.m. and awards begin at 2:00 p.m. Games and activities will take place throughout the day. For more information call 866-667-PICO or go to www.picomountain.com
Red Clover Inn will host their monthly wine event on February 4th at 6pm. Featuring wine and food from a specific region of the world. Chef Dennis Vieira will create a unique menu or series of tastings based on the unique flavors of the region and the freshest local Vermont ingredients, designed to perfectly complement the featured wines. $75 per person (plus tax and gratuity), 802-775-2290.
Rutland County Humane Society will be holding a benefit Texas Hold’em tournament on February 19th at Bowlerama. Registration and $7 Satellites start at 11:30am, main $35 tournament starts at 1pm. Side games will be running before and after the tournament. For more information visit www.vtpokerlegue.com.
Rutland Recreation & Parks Department will hold the 9th Annual Winter Fest on February 5th! This event is free with activities for the whole family. Snowshoeing demonstrations, snow carving, quinzee building, obstacle course, story walk and snow maze, 11:00AM-3:00PM, Giorgetti Park, 2 Oak St Extension, (802) 773-1822.
Rutland Regional Medical Center’s Caring for the Community Campaign has surpassed its goal of $1.25 million and raised over $1.40 million in support of the purchase of a new linear accelerator for the Foley Cancer Center. The new Varian Linear Accelerator will enable the Foley Cancer Center to improve its accuracy in irradiating cancerous tumors, and thus minimizing damage to nearby healthy tissue. Linear accelerators are the newest radiation technology available today. The linear accelerator is expected to be installed in the spring of 2011. For more information call 802-747-3634
Rutland Winter Farmer's Market is held at The Old Strand Theater behind the Rutland Natural Food Market. 77 Wales St., Saturdays 10am-2pm - through April 30, 2011
Rutland Free Library presents Poetry of the Earth: Re-imagining Nature - New Hampshire Poet Laureate and Dartmouth professor Cynthia Huntington examines poetry’s changing language of nature and spirit in contemporary times on February 2nd. A Vermont Humanities Council event, Rutland Free Library, 10 Court St., 7 – 8 p.m., 773-1860.
Shear Heaven Salon and Day Spa’s February special is a Spa Package featuring Kari Softness Body Treatment, a Basic Facial, and a Shampoo/Style (package is valued at $205) for only $165 and is only valid in the month of February. For more information or to book your appointment call 802-773-8880.
Thrive Center Sponsors "A Winter Sampler: Yoga Workshops". Workshops will include experiential anatomy and a slow, flow yoga practice. Dates are: 2/13 (Hip Release), 2/27 (Neck & Shoulders), and 3/13 (Spine Mobility); from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, at the Wallingford Elementary School Gymnasium. The investment (Fee) is: $20.00 per workshop. A portion of the proceeds will directly benefit the: Wallingford Elementary School, Wallingford Volunteer Fire Department, and the Rutland County Humane Society. For further information and to register call 802-446-2499, today!
Vermont Council on Aging presents Brain Health and Fitness -Seventh annual caregiver conference: Come learn about normal brain aging, some diseases & and dementia conditions, and techniques to help prevent memory loss on February 5th at the CVPS/Leahy Community Education Center @ Rutland Regional Medical Center, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., free, All Ages. For more information call Brenda/VT Council on Aging: 786-5990.
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