Captain Richard Phillips To Be Keynote Speaker at RRCC 112th Annual Meeting

Look for your invitation in the mail to the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce 112th Annual Meeting. This year’s annual meeting sponsored by General Electric will take place at noon on Monday, November 1, 2010 at the Holiday Inn,Rutland. 

The Keynote Speaker will be Captain Richard Phillips.  Richard Phillips was the Captain of the U.S. flagged ship Maersk Alabama hijacked in the Indian Ocean.  Captain Phillips was held hostage by Somali pirates until the daring rescue by U. S. Navy Seals.  President Obama said Phillips had courage "that was a model for all Americans."

Other highlights of the meeting will include a presentation of the Chamber’s accomplishments over the past year and the much anticipated “Business Person of the Year Award”. 

We are currently soliciting nominations for Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year 2010.  If you would like to nominate a local business man, woman or couple you feel is deserving of this recognition; please click here to respond.

The cost of the annual meeting will be $32.50, a RSVP will be required by October 25th.  Watch the mail for your invitation, but mark your calendar now.  For more information call 773-2747.

RRCC/REDC Public Policy Committee Gearing Up

The RRCC/REDC Public Policy Committee has begun meeting on at the RRCC Conference at our new location 50 Merchants Row in Rutland.  The committee will be working on several items over the next few months including the RRCC/REDC 2011 Public Policy Statement, planning for the Legislative Breakfast Series and Legislative Bus Trip to the State House.  We need your input to help us advocate for business in the State House.  Simply click here to be added to the committee list or call 802-773-2747.

September Chamber Mixer

A large crowd was on hand and enjoyed great food, wagon rides and tours at the September Chamber Mixer held at Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze.

 Motorcycle Events A Success!

Motorcycles line Merchants Row as part of the Killington Classic Motorcycle Touring Rally/DRP Block Party

Killington EDT and RRCC worked together to bring hundreds of motorcyclists to the Rutland Region the weekend after labor day namely the Killington Classic and RETREADS New England Rally.  Thanks to these events many hotels were busy and other area businesses had an influx of customers at a normally quiet time of the year. 

The RETREAD's Motorcycle Group held a banquet at South Station Restaurant with 180 people during the New England Rally held in Rutland.

Workers' Comp Corner

Prompt Reporting

An employer must report a work injury within 72 hours of notice or knowledge of an injury. The value of prompt reporting cannot be overstated. A large number of disputes arise over late-reported injuries. Sometimes when an employer doubts the validity of a claim they do not report it. However, if an employee reports an injury to an employer, the employer should report it. Statistics show that there is a correlation between the cost of a claim in relation to the timeless of reporting.

Membership Directors Report - Joan Hill

Hi Everyone,

Thank you to Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze for hosting the September mixer. The food was delicious and the wagon rides were a real treat.  

MARK your calendars for the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce 112th Annual Meeting sponsored by General Electric to be held on November 1st, 12 noon at the Holiday Inn in Rutland.

The 2011 Area Profie & Membership Directory is in the process of being completed. If you would like to advertise in the directory, please let me know by October 4th. 

Kudos to Best Western Inn & Suites in Rutland for receiving the Director’s Award for outstanding quality standards.

New Perk Card Addition: Sundaze Tanning Salon/Robyn’s Nest is offering $10.00 off any tanning package/product including UV teeth whitening.

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 next mixer at Allen Pools & Spas on October 12th .

Welcome New Members

Central Vermont Motorcycles
Jay Eugair
360 West St., Rutland, VT  05701
Ph: 802-773-4533 ~ 800-639-1664
Fax: 802-773-4638
Email: info@centralvermontmotorcycles.com
www.centralvermontmotorcycles.com
Parts, sales and service for Kawasaki,
Suzuki, Honda, Arctic Cat, Bombardier,
Triton Trailers and Honda Power Equipment.

J & R Sprinkler Co.
Roy MCcullough
56 Howe St., Rutland, VT  05701
Ph: 802-775-1510 Fax: 802-775-1510
Email: pipesmylife@comcast.net
Residential and commercial fine sprinklers
and protection

Sundaze Tanning Salon/Robyn’s Nest
Tammy Errington/Robyn Bierwirth 1
35 North Main Street, Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-773-9541
Rutland area’s newest tanning salon,
high quality tanning unites and customer
service.  Come in, feel good about tanning..
leave, feeling good about yourself.

USAF Liberty Big Band

Those exciting sounds from the "Big Band" era ring loud and clear from the Castleton State College  Glenbrook Gymnasium on Sunday, November 7th at 2pm.  Join the United States Air Force Liberty Big Band in an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment for the whole family.  The concert, sponsored by Castleton State College and Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce, is free and open to the public.  Tickets are available at CSC, Spartan Arena and Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce.

News From Our Members

American Legion Post 31 will host a lecture by Bob Manning focusing on the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Guaguin on October 5th at 1pm.  Free.  For more information call 802-773-6949.

Annie’s Book Group will hold an author’s discussion and book signing for Vermont author Archer Mayor in celebration of his new book Red Herring on October 15th at 7pm.  For more information call 802-775-6993.

Boys & Girls Club will hold an Enhanced Open House “Celebrating our Community” on October 5th, 4:30-7:00pm.   For more information call 802-747-4944.

Chaffee Art Center presents the 49th Annual Art in the Park Fall Festival on October 9th & 10th in Main St. Park.  There will be exhibitors of fine art, crafts, specialty foods, musical entertainment, children’s activities and much more.  For more information call 802-775-8836

College of St. Joseph has received a grant from the Hilda & Preston Davis Foundation for it’s pioneer STEPS (Students Taking an Effective Path to Success) Program.  The foundation has donated $10,000 to further CSJ’s work in the STEPS program.  For more information call 802-776-5290.

Downtown Rutland Partnership will hold Harvestfest in Downtown Rutland on October 9th, 10am-3pm.  There will be various activities for all ages.  For more information call 802-773-9380.

Okemo Mountain Resort celebrates the changing of the season on October 9th with its 4th Annual Parrothead Party featuring the band Changes in Latitudes at Okemo’s Jackson Gore Inn.  The party will begin at noon.  For more information call 802-228-1600.

Rutland Area Physical Activity Coalition will present the Great Rutland Race on October 9th with a pre race meeting at 8am at the Jeffords Train Station in downtown Rutland.  This is Rutland’s version of the Amazing Race with teams of two visiting 15 locations within 5 miles of downtown Rutland.  All profits will go to the Pink Ribbon Diva Foundation (supports local breast cancer patients and survivors) and the Rutland Recreation Scholarship Fund.  The cost is $60 if you pre-register or $80 on race day if space is available.  For more information call 802-353-0037 or go to www.greatrutlandrace.com

Rutland County Humane Society will hold a Blessing of the Animals on October 3rd, 2pm at the RCHS Shelter on Stevens Rd. in Pittsford. Bring your pet or a picture of your pet for a special blessing by Reverend Crawford of Trinity Episcopal Church.  The ceremony will be held outside and all are welcome!  After the ceremony the shelter will be open until 5 pm to visit with the adoptable animals.  If you have any questions please contact RCHS at 483.9171.

Rutland Free Library will hold a lecture on one of the twentieth century’s preeminent journalists Alistair Cooke on October 6th at 7pm.  For more information call 802-773-1860.

Rutland Free Library will hold a Peoples Forum on Healthcare and the Economy with Rutland County candidates for the state legislature on October 13th, 5:30-8:30pm.  For more information call 802-773-1860.

Rutland Jewish Center presents its Centennial Kickoff on October 10th with a festive brunch and Keynote Speaker Governor Jim Douglas.  Dr. Steve Zeitlin will entertainment with “I’m Right, You’re Right, He’s Right Too: A Look at Jewish Humor”.  Free and open to the public.  For more information call 802-773-3455.

Rutland Recreation and Parks Department will hold their 51st Annual Halloween Parade on October 30th at 6:30pm.  For more information go to www.rutlandhalloween.com or call 802-773-1822

Rutland United Methodist Church presents the 1st Annual Chocolate Fest & Silent Auction on October 15th at 6pm at the Holiday Inn in Rutland.  There will be 275 plus items to bid on ranging from $10 gift certificates to a $2,000 dream vacation.  For more information call 802-773-2460.

Shear Heaven Salon and Day Spa invites you to join them for a wonderful night showcasing their new products on October 16th, 5-8pm at their salon located at 168 North Main St., Rutland.  The new make up collection GloMinerals has been created by skin care line GloTheraputics. Yes, A make up collection created by a skin care line.  Make up that is actually great for your skin.  You will be able to purchase all skin care and make up products that night for 15% off its original price.  Complimentary refreshments will be served.  Please RSVP to info@shearheavenvt.com by October 9th and feel free to bring a friend!!

Town of West Rutland hold the 15th Annual “What’s Cooking in West Rutland” Tasting Supper on October 17th to benefit the Friends of the Town Hall Restoration Fund.  The supper will be held the West Rutland School Cafeteria at 5:00pm.  Sample delicacies featured in the Town’s cook book.  Some favorites to be featured are pierogi, gumpki, spanakopita, lasagna, pazki and more.  Admission is $10 for adults ($9 in advance) and $5 for children under 12.  For more information call 802-438-2204.

OMYA will hold their Marble quarry Open House 2010 on October 16th.  This is your opportunity to explore the marble quarry through guided bus tours, examine large trucks, loaders and other equipment, learn about rocks and minerals, add your artwork to a 24 ft mural and more.  There will also be complimentary refreshments.  The open house will take place 10:00am-4:00pm at OMYA;s Middlebury Quarry.  For more information call 802-770-7267.

United Way of Rutland County will present the 15th Annual Really Big Show, sponsored by People’s United Bank at the Paramount Theatre on November 6th at 7pm.  Tickets go on sale October 1st at the Paramount Box Office.  Call 802-775-0903 for ticket information.

Wilson Castle will hold Haunted Castle Tours on October 23rd & 24th, 7pm-10pm rain or shine.  They will also hold fright Night on October 30th with the castle transformed into a terrifying trip through a medieval nightmare, the Haunted Castle Tour hours are 7pm-11pm.  Fore more information call 802-773-3284.