Don't Miss the RRCC Business Show 2011!
 The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce is excited to present the RRCC Business Show 2011! The show will be held this year on March 8, 2011 – 4pm-7:30pm at the Holiday Inn and is sponsored by Rutland Regional Medical Center.
This year's show will feature over 85 area businesses representing a diverse group of members exhibiting everything from home services and products, automobiles, health care, restaurants, retailers and much much more. The will be great food, prizes and lots of fun! The event is open to the public. Admission is $3 per person (proceeds benefit RRCC and the food shelves at BROC and Salvation Army. Parking and shuttle service are free. There will also be live remotes by Catamount Radio and 101.5 The Fox.
For more information call the Chamber at 773-2747 or go to www.rutlandvermont.com.
RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast Mar. 14 On Healthcare Reform
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Michael Costa, Director of the Vermont Blue Ribbon Tax Structure Commission speaks about the Commission's findings at the RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast held on February 14th sponsored by TD Bank.
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The next RRCC/REDC Legislative Breakfast will feature a panel discussion on Healthcare Reform. The panel will include: Rep. Peg Andrews; Rep. Jim Eckhardt; Sen. Kevin Mullin; Tom Huebner, President/CEO, RRMC and Jeanne Keller of Keller & Fuller, Inc.
The breakfast will take place on March 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 A Success!
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Governor Shumlin addresses those in attendance at the luncheon during the RRCC/REDC Legislative Bus Trip to the State House in Montpelier. |
Over 40 members of the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce and Rutland Economic Development Corp descended on the State House in Montpelier on February 22nd. The group had the opportunity to be introduced in the Well of the House by Rep. Herb Font Russell and meet with Commissioner of Tourism, Megan Smith, Speaker of the House Shap Smith and Rutland County Delegation. The group enjoyed lunch at Capitol Plaza where they had the opportunity to hear remarks and ask questions of Governor Peter Shumlin and Lt. Governor Phil Scott. We would like to thank OMYA and Rutland Herald for sponsoring this important trip to the State House in Montpelier.
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.
Tourism Commissioner Meets with RRCC
 Megan Smith, Commissioner of the Vermont Dept. of Tourism & Marketing meets with the RRCC Tourism & Marketing Committee during their February Meeting.
February Chamber Mixer
 A large crowd was on hand for the February Chamber Mixer held at Castleton State College's Spartan Arena in Rutland.
The mixer was held in the mezzanine level which will feature a new fitness center beginning in April.
Workers' Comp Corner
9th Vermont Workplace Safety Conference & Governor’s Awards – May 12, 2011
9:00 am – 3:30 pm, DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Center, 1117 Williston Rd., Burlington.
An Excellent professional development opportunity for HR and Safety Staff.
Topics include: Hiring Safe Employees; Home Grown “Safety & Accountability For Everyone” (S.A.F.E) Policy & Reward Program; Workplace Risk Factors for Carpal Tunnel and other Ergonomic Injuries; Employee Empowerment in Safety Panel and the Governors’ Safety Awards. Sponsored by: the Partnership in Safety (Project WorkSAFE, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and VT Small Business Development Center), VELCO, Cabot Creamery and the Vermont Safety and Health Council.
Registration, with no cost registration for Governor’s Awards only.
$80, $70 Early registration at: www.vtsbc.org (training tab, search safety)
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 Castleton State College and Spartan Arena for hosting the February mixer. The food was wonderful and the presentation excellent. It was a great chance to see the new mezzanine which will house a fitness center at the Spartan Arena.
The Legislative Breakfast series sponsored by TD Bank have been well attended and very informative. The next breakfast will be at the Franklin Conference Center on March 14th and Healthcare Reform is the topic.
Thank you to Omya and Rutland Herald for sponsoring the RRCC/REDC Legislative Bus Trip to the State House in Montpelier on February 22nd.
New Perk Card Additions: Head Over Heels is offering $3.00 off non member price of Friday open gym (ages 6+), $10.00 off registration fee for classes and $10.00 off price of birthday party (not to be combined with any other offer). Vermont Woodchuck Guide Service is offering 20% off each person (excludes canoe and kayak rentals) go to web.me.com/caverrick/woodchuckguide for information.
The 2011 Business Show will be held at the Holiday Inn on Tuesday, March 8th from 4-7:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the Rutland Regional Medical Center. If you are not an exhibitor, please plan on attending this worthwhile event.
The Chamber will be hosting the July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza again this year but we need the support of businesses. This is a break-even proposition for the chamber. If you would like to be a sponsor, please contact me at the chamber office.
Join a committee, offer perk card discounts and get involved to receive the most benefits from your Chamber. I look forward to seeing you all at the business show at the Holiday Inn on March 8th .
Welcome New Members
G & H Masonry
Julie Goraj
PO Box 265, Mount Holly, VT 05758
Ph: 802-259-2625 ~ 802-779-3253
Email: ghmasonryvermont@yahoo.com
Specializing in residential fireplaces, patios, walkways, steps & retaining walls. Free estimates
GreenerMan, LLC
Matthew Miller
2009 Rt. 4A East, Castleton, VT 05735
Ph: 802-855-8624
Email: greenerman@comcast.net
www.getgreenerman.com
Uses infrared technology as a Certified Professional Inspecter and eco consultant to provide the most comprehensive report possible.
Head Over Heels
Candace Munson
152 N. Main St., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-773-1404 Fax: 802-772-7186
Email: candace@headoverheels.comcastbiz.net
Offers a safe, non-competitive and fun learning experience for children of all ages and abilities. Aims to build strength, coordination, and aski, as well as confidence and self-esteem in all students.
Re/Max Winning Advantage
Jeff Chabot
202 N. Main St., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-747-9966 Fax: 802-747-9767
Email: Jeff@jeffchabotrealestate.com
www.remax-winningadvantage.com
Offers you the advantage of cutting edge technology, powerful lead generation tools, brand dominance and exceptional agent career development tools.
The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom
Pamela Corsones
PO Box 511, Lake George, NY 12845
1172 State Route 9, Queensbury, NY 12804
Ph: 518-792-3500 x 3408 Fax: 518-792-0250
Email: pcorsones@sftp.com
www.sixflags.com/greatescape
New York's largest theme park. Over 135 rides, shows & attractions. Admission includes the waterpark-Splashwater Kingdom.
The Mentor Connector
Marc Miele
PO Box 1671 (77 Woodstock Ave.), Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-775-3434
Email: Marc@mentorconnector.com
www.mentorconnector.com
School & community based mentoring programs for boys and girls 8-18. See what 2 can do!
VT Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen Mongeur
Box 206, Fair Haven, VT 05743
Ph: 802-468-5141 ~ 855-263-8600
Cortina Inn & Resort is Open!
The ribbon is cut at the Grand Opening and Open House at the new Cortina Inn & Resort in Mendon.
Best Western Inn & Suites becomes Best Western Plus Inn & Suites
News From Our Members
American Legion Post 31 will hold a Breakfast Buffet to support American Legion Post 31 Baseball. The breakfast will take place on March 6th, 8:00am-10:30am at the American Legion, 33 Washington St., Rutland. The cost is $7.00 per person, children 12 and under $3.00. For more information call 802-773-9777.
American Legion Post 31 hold Saturday Night Dinners open to the Public on the 2nd and 4th Saturday’s of the month at their 33 Washington St. location. They also make their banquet facilities available for rent to the general public. For more information call 802-773-9777.
ARC Rutland Area is in need of Board Members. For information on becoming a member of the board call 802-775-1370
Best of Vermont has expanded its business to include distribution services of “the best” Vermont made products to retailers. Starting the company as a specialty gift cube business 4 years ago, Bonnie Kelsey Quinn is now delivering over 400 products from 56 Vermont producers all over Vermont and beyond. Office, showroom and distribution center at located at 20 Belden Rd.
Carving Studio and Sculpture Center holds their Annual Marble Mardi Gras at Rutland Country Club, gala features cocktails and a silent auction, as well as a sumptuous dinner, dancing and live auction on March 12th at 6 pm, tickets for the event are $65.00 per person, dinner seating is limited. Please RSVP to (802) 438-2097 or info@carvingstudio.org
Castleton State College presents “Open Roads, Open Minds”: Steve Uzzell, Former National Geographic photographer, Steve Uzzell, offers an uplifting approach to creativity and problem solving, with the aid of his photographs. March 6th, 7pm, Glenbrook Gymnasium, Ticket Required, For more information call 802-468-1119.
Killington Resort presents Burton Stash Gathering, Stash Park at Bear Mountain on March 19th. Best free riders in the East & beyond gather to ride natural elements. Prizes for best lines, tricks on rock jibs, log rides, rainbow trees, giant Shreddies, jibbable buildings. Fore more information call 800-621-MTNS.
Paramount Theatre is teaming up with The Mentor Connector and screening the Academy Award winning film “The Blind Side” on Thursday March 3, 2011 at 7pm., the public is invited to attend this special event free of charge, 30 Center St., Downtown Rutland.
Killington Resort and Spartan Arena will host Snoe.down, the all ages winter music & sports festival hosted by moe., weekend of March 24-27 at the K1 and Bear Mountain lodges at Killington Resort, for a full schedule and more information visit www.snoedown.com.
Paramount Theatre will hold several performances in the month of March including The Peking Acrobats on March 11th, The Irish Comedy Tour on March 17th, The Capitol Steps on March 18th, Boston Legends All Star Concert on March 20th and more. For more information call 802-775-0903.
Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center and Pyramid Fitness Center announces that it has opened the state's first public oxygen bar. Although quite popular in other parts of the country, most Vermonters have not experienced an oxygen bar. The Oxygen Bar is open during regular Pyramid Fitness hours: For more information, please call 802-775-8080 or visit the web: www.pyramidvt.com.
Rutland Free Clinic presents the St. Paddys/Spring Fling – Benefit dance for The Rutland Free Clinic, March 19th at 7 p.m., Palms Restaurant, DJ Brett Mhyre, silent auction, appetizers, 50/50 raffle, $25 a couple or $15 single donation, call 775-1360 for ticket information.
Rutland Free Library will hold their Cabin Fever Book Sale at Rutland Free Library, thousands of pre-owned books arranged by subject. Special deals, children's section, mystery, women's issues, nature, gardening, cooking, history, puzzles and more. Large selection of audio and video tapes on March 14th, 4 – 8 pm, 10 Court Street, 773-1860.
Rutland Free Library presents Community Garden Talk and Seed Swap - Check out some seeds from our community seed library on March 23rd, 4:30-6:30PM, 10 Court St., 802.773.1860.
Rutland High School presents Helping Hands Carnival - A Carnival complete with cotton candy, candy apples, games, contests, a children's play, storytelling, competitions and "Go Green" arts and crafts, Rutland High School, 22 Stratton Road, March 12th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Rutland High School’s Encore Theatre Presents Blessings by Mary Hall Surface. This is a story about the friendship between two very different young teenagers, one with severe learning disabilities and one an over-achieving perfectionist, Rutland High School Theatre, 22 Stratton Rd., March 11 & 12, 7-8 pm, matinee on March 13 at 2pm, $4.00. For more information call 802-770-1134.
Rutland Youth Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz (Play)- 36 local area actors will take you to the amazing Land of Oz, The Theatre (at Rutland Intermediate School), Library Avenue, Saturday, March 5, 2011, 2 – 4 p.m.; Sunday, 3/6, 2 – 4pm, $5 Children & Seniors $8 adults. For more information call 802 773-1822.
South Station Restaurant presents the "Blues Bash" with The Chris O’ Leary Band on March 11th at 7:30 pm, Tickets: $10: Fore more information call 802-775-1736.
Sustainable Rutland’s Jim Sabataso and Carol Tashi, lwill give a talk on Sustainability Initiatives in the Rutland Region at the Godnick Center,1 Deer St, at 1:30 on 3/11. They will discuss how organizational and municipal partnerships and community engagement can elevate and enhance our future sustainability efforts. For info call 446-2041. $5 fee or Osher membership.
Vermont Symphony Orchestra performs a concert at the Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., March 6th, 4 p.m., Adults $19-$29, Seniors $15-$24, Students $9. For more information call 775-0903.
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