Welcome to the Talbot Chamber Weekly Compass. This information is intended to keep you updated about Chamber events, issues affecting your business and community activities.
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Managing Self, Leading Others
Rescheduled Date: February 17, 2010
Time: 8:30 -10:30 AM
Location: Talbot County, Chamber of Commerce
101 Marlboro Avenue, Suite 53
Easton, MD 21601
Intermediate Excel
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Cost: $99 per person (check or credit card)
Location: Talbot Chamber Conference Room
101 Marlboro Avenue, Suite 53
(Class enrollment is limited to 8 individuals)
Introduction to Excel
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Cost: $99.00 per person (check or credit card)
Location: Talbot Chamber Conference Room
101 Marlboro Avenue, Suite 53
(Class enrollment is limited to 8 individuals)
Register until Friday, February 19th by calling 410-822-4653 or e-mail info@talbotchamber.org
How to Get "Earned Media"
Date: Wednesday, February 24th
Time: 8:30 am to 9:30 am
Cost: Free
Location: Talbot Chamber Conference Room
Steve Bailey, a former editor at top newspapers who now works in Talbot County as a communications consultant, will speak on what public relations can do, what it can't do, and how to earn media attention for an organization or business.
The seminar will focus on how public relations can benefit non-profit organizations as well as businesses. Bailey, who also teaches journalism and public relations at Salisbury University, advises non-profits and small businesses on the Mid-Shore on how to reach various segments of the public.
"Good public relations - whether it's press releases, brochures or advice during a crisis - can give a business an edge," Bailey said, "and for non-profits, public relations can be the difference between thriving and closing down."
Space is limited. To reserve a seat, call the Chamber at 410-822-4653 or email info@talbotchamber.org.
Protecting Personal Information,
A Guide for Business
Presented by: East Coast Shredding, LLC
Date: March 10th
Time: 12:00 p.m (Lunch and Learn)
Cost: Free; Bring your lunch
Location: Talbot Chamber Conference Room
This seminar will cover how Identity Theft can affect your business or organization and the 5 key principles of a sound data security plan.
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Mike Menzies Featured Speaker For Feb. 18th Chamber Member Luncheon
The Talbot County Chamber is please to announce that on Thursday, February, 18, 2010 at noon the Member Luncheon, sponsored by Mr. Go-Glass, will be held at the Waterview Grill located at the Easton Club.
Our featured speaker is R. Michaels S. Menzies, President and CEO of Easton Bank & Trust Company and the Chairman of the ICBA. More
Cost of the luncheon is $20 members, $25 non-members. Please make your reservation by contacting the Chamber office at 410-822-4653 or email info@talbotchamber.org.
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Business After Hours Mixer
Tuesday, February 16th, 5 to 7 p.m.
The Dixon House - Independent & Assisted Living,
108 N. Higgins St., Easton
Lynn Ewing, Administrator Phone: 410-822-6661
This year, 2010, The Dixon House Independent and Assisted Living celebrates 100 years of being "just like home" for seniors who need a little assistance with their day. Nestled in a quiet section of downtown Easton, The Dixon House is a beautiful Victorian house offering care and comfort to elderly men and women, allowing family to enjoy peace of mind knowing the health and happiness of Mom or Dad are in excellent hands.
To make reservations for any or all of these events please call the Chamber office at 410-822-4653 or e-mail info@talbotchamber.org
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 Senator Colburn Reports from Annapolis
ANNAPOLIS - Senator Richard F. Colburn (R. Eastern Shore) reported on events that took place this week. Senator Colburn stated, "The Senate deadline for submitting bills was Wednesday, February 10 at 5:00 p.m. After that date, bills will be sent to the Senate Rules Committee before being referred to a standing committee for consideration. Over 750 Senate Bills and over 900 House Bills have been introduced thus far for the Session. The 2010 General Assembly Session is one-third over and most of the bills have been introduced. More
 Delegate Haddaway Reports From Annapolis
Snow Days
The snow made for an interesting session this week in the Maryland General Assembly. Bill hearings were cancelled so that witnesses would not have to travel to Annapolis to testify on proposed legislation however session was held Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio took this picture outside of the House Office Building on Wednesday after leaving the State House. More
 Delegate Eckardt Reports From Annapolis
Tax Credit Initiatives
The Administration's Job Creation and Recovery Tax Credit legislation (SB 106/HB 92) creates a State income tax credit for employers who hire qualified individuals during the 2010 calendar year. A qualified employee is defined as an individual who at the time of hiring is a State resident receiving unemployment insurance benefits or has exhausted unemployment insurance benefits within the past 12 months; and is not employed full time. More |
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RMC Releases RuralStat!
The Rural Maryland Council (RMC) is pleased to release RuralStat, an interactive web tool that allows visitors to view the general progress of individual rural counties and regions in Maryland, based on selected indicators.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
February 16 - Mental Health First Aid Training February 16th & 17th at the Quaker Meeting House on Washington Street in Easton from 9 am to 4 pm. Cost for the 12 horu training is $40 a person, which includes the comprehensive manual. CEU's are available in certain categories. Topics covered include substance use, eating disorders, anxiety, depression and much more.
Please join CASA volunteers and other members of the community on the 16th & 17th and learn the symptoms of a mental illness and how best to respond. The class is limited to 25, so please respond soon if you have an interest. Write ssherman@mhamdes.org. or call 410-822-0444.
February 19 - The Reminders NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Friday, February 19
7:30pm. $12
February 19 - Apollo Run NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Friday, February 19
9:30pm. $12
February 19 - Dave Alvin & A Couple of Guilty Women 8pm. Avalon Theatre, Tickets $25
February 20 - Rocknoceros NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Saturday, February 20
10am. $10
February 20 - Julian Velard with Adam Day NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Saturday, February 20
8pm. $15
February 20 - Sons of Bill NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Saturday, February 20
10pm. $10 Advance / $12 Day of Show
February 20 - American Legion Talbot Post #70 Karaoke with Allen Cheezum 8 to 12 Midnight. Menu items available. 29511 Canvasback Dr., Easton, MD 21601 410-822-9138.
February 20 - JD Souther Avalon Theatre. 8 p.m.
February 21 - Breakfast All You Can Eat Come and enjoy a breakfast that you do not have to cook and enjoy friendship with old friends. All you can eat breakfast, which includes beverage, juice and dessert. American Legion Talbot Post #70, 29511 Canvasback Dr., Easton, MD 21601 410 822 9138
February 21 - Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra 3 p.m. at The Avalon Theatre. Founded in 1925, with roughly 30 members, the BMO is an ensemble of mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, mandobasses, and classical guitars. They play a mix of classical music, show tunes, marches, rags, and a variety of other light classical and popular tunes. Orchestra music is a must see at the Avalon Theatre. $20/$15 Student/Senior
February 21 - Empty Bowls Fundraiser Sunday, February 21 from 5 to 7pm at the Immanual Lutheran Church in Easton, $20. For online reservations go to www.mscf.org or mail a check made payable to Mid-Shore/Empty Bowls to: Mid-Shore Community Foundation, 102 E. Dover St, Easton, MD 21601.
The second annual Empty Bowls Community Meal will raise money for the local food pantries to help feed people throughout our community. In exchange for a $20 donation, you will receive a meal of home-cooked soup and the handmade bowl, created by a local artist, in which it is served.
February 22 - Cory Chisel & the Wandering Sons NightCat | 5 Goldsborough St | Easton, Md
presented by Mangold Entertainment
Monday, February 22
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Community Highlights
Frederick Douglas Honor Society Information
The Frederick Douglass Society's next meeting will be on Monday, February 15, 2010 at 6:00pm at the Easton Welcome and Resource Center on Harrison Street. Members and community are invited to attend and learn about the major fund raisers that are planned: March 20, "Evening with Douglass" at the Avalon Theatre and May 1, The Frederick Douglass Honor Society/YMCA 10- Miler race. Both events promise great excitement for the community and the region as well as the opportunity to earn funds toward the memorial to Frederick Douglass. Discussion will also focus on the FDHS and Town of Easton's efforts to complete the contract with the memorial sculptor Jay Hall Carpenter as well as steps needed to secure the Talbot County Council's approval for the memorial design. The public is encouraged to join the Frederick Douglass Honor Society's vision of a true community-wide effort to realize the dream to Honor Frederick Douglass! Click here to make a donation. |
The United Fund Campaign Needs Your Help
The 2009-10 United Fund campaign needs your help! Now, more than ever, United Fund agencies are financially challenged to help an ever-increasing number of Talbot County residents in need. More |
Tri Gas & Oil employees donate truck to Talbot YMCA
The employees of local energy solutions provider Tri Gas & Oil have recently donated a GMC Sierra truck to the YMCA of Talbot County. The truck is primarily being used to help the YMCA transport equipment and supplies between its Easton and St. Michaels locations. More |
Steve Moody's Entertainment Connection Receives Award
Wedding Wire, the nation's leading wedding technology company, just announced that Talbot County Chamber member Steve Moody's Entertainment Connection has been selected to receive the 2010 Bride's Choice Awards for wedding disc jockeys! More |
Memorial Hospital Lab receives CAP Accreditation
The laboratory at The Memorial Hospital at Easton has been awarded accreditation by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), based on the results of a recent onsite inspection. More |
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Republican Council Energy Forum
Keeping Eastern Shore Lights On, Our Next Challenge - Join Talbot County residents at a free public forum to be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday February 18, 2010 at the Easton Fire House at 315 Aurora Park Drive to hear a panel of experts discuss the Eastern Shore's needs, transmission issues, fuel sources and cost to the consumer.
Dr. Dan M. Ervin, Director of Salisbury University's ShoreENERGY Program, will key-note the meeting. Expert panelists are scheduled to include an energy educator, a consumer advocate, an industry representative and a regulatory authority.
Dr. Ervin will summarize the Shore's current energy situation and what needs to be done to satisfy the region's future energy needs. |
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Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council Kick Off Cookie Season with Door-to-Door Orders
The Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay are gearing up for yet another successful Cookie Program, starting January 9, 2010!
Girls begin taking cookie orders door to door on Saturday, January 9, 2010. Girls will also be taking donations of Girl Scout cookies for Operation Taste of Home and local community groups. The Operation Taste of Home cookies will be donated to the USO for our Armed Forces stationed overseas. Cookie booth sales will begin Friday, February 12, 2010. Cookies are $3.50 per box. Individuals interested in purchasing cookies or donating to Operation Taste of Home can call the Cookie Hotline at 1-800-YUM-YUM2.
A leading advocate for and expert on girls, the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council builds girls of courage, confidence and character by providing personal leadership development and programs that teach skills for the real world. The Council serves approximately 18,500 girls in grades K-12 across the Delmarva Peninsula. Approximately 6,000 adult volunteers support the Council in various mentoring and leadership positions. To learn more about Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, visit www.GSCB.org or call 1-800-374-9811 or 410-742-5107. |
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Buyer Beware!
The Talbot Chamber has been getting calls from members about telephone solicitors.
One solicitation is from a company selling a map and saying they are representing the Talbot Chamber. The Talbot Chamber has not authorized anyone to sell a map on our behalf.
Another recent solicitation is from someone trying to get you to switch your telephone service. Before you make any commitment make sure you know what your it will cost you in fees to cancel your current service provider. |
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Talbot County Chamber of Commerce
101 Marlboro Ave, Suite 53
Easton, Maryland 21601
Phone: 410-822-4653
Fax: 410-822-7922
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Chamber Calendar
SCORE Counseling
410-822-4653 ext 310
Leads Group 1
Every Thursday - 8:30 a.m. Chamber office
Leads Group 2
Tuesday - twice a month - 8:30 a.m.
Chamber Office
Chamber Luncheon
Thursday, February
18th 12:00 Noon
Water View Grill, at The Easton Club
Board of Directors
Thursday, February 18th, 4:30 p.m.
Chamber Office
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