4th Annual Bradford Brewfest - Bradford PA Chamber of Commerce

JANUARY
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2016
Ca$h Mob
Bradford
Ca$h Mob Bradford returns
Saturday, January 16th at
10am. Bring $20 to spend
and meet us at the Chamber
office (121 Main Street)
where we’ll announce this
month’s target. Bring your
friends, co-workers, family...
the bigger the mob, the better!
Business
After Hours
Bradford Gift Certificates
Bradford Gift Certificates are available year-round for:
• gift giving
• employee recognition
• customer appreciation/contest prizes
• and however else you choose to use them!
Available in increments of $5, $10, $25, and $50.
Call ahead to 814-368-7115 to place your order,
or stop in to the Chamber office at 121 Main Street.
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121 Main Street, Bradford PA 16701
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Start the new year off right
with our first Business After
Hours of 2016 at Bradford
Travel, located at 50 Davis
Street in the Union Square
Plaza, on Thursday, January
21st from 5-7pm. A 56
passenger deluxe Covered
Wagon Motorcoach will be
available to tour, meet the
staff, tour directors, and enjoy
complimentary snacks and
beverages. Make connections,
learn more about what our
host and Chamber have to
offer, and share any
announcements/updates from
your business or organization.
We hope to see you there!
Reminder
Invoices
Many thanks to our members
who have paid their dues for
2016. We will send reminder
invoices soon for those whose
dues we have not received
yet. If you are interested in a
payment plan, or need your
dues recalculated based on
changes in employee count,
contact Tricia 814-368-7115.
We also accept credit card
payments via telephone for
your convenience. Thank you
for your continued support
as a Chamber member!
CHAMBERNEWS
4th Annual
Bradford
Brewfest
We have a new date for this year’s event:
Saturday, March 12th from 6-9pm
at St. Bernard School, 450 West Washington Street.
Advance tickets: $20 At the door: $25
Designated driver tickets: $10
All attendees must be 21 years of age or older and show valid ID at the door.
No admittance without ID.
Brought to you by BACC and Glenwood Beer Distributors.
See inserts for more information!
At right:
Our windows full of
snowmen are some of
the only snow we’ve
seen so far this winter.
We know many aren’t
complaining about the
lack of snow, but it did
make it a challenge to
get in the holiday spirit!
At left:
On the other hand,
Samuel Adams didn’t
seem to have any
trouble - he donned his
Christmas sweater and
joined us in December.
Look for him and other
fun Brewfest items in
the Chamber windows
coming soon. Cheers!
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Your chamber is growing. . .p2
Member News . .. .. .. .. .. p3-4
Kara’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . .p3
Let’s Talk About. . . . . . . . . . . p 5
Calendar. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. p6-8
What’s Happening . . . . . . . . .p9
Photo Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . p10
News You Can Use . . . . . . . p11
BACC Board of Directors
Officers
President, Susan Oliphant
American Refining Group, Inc.
1st VP, Guy Signor
Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems
2nd VP, Ryan Race
Northwest Savings Bank
Secretary, Jill Ballard
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Treasurer, Anita Dolan
OECD - City of Bradford
Past President, Tim Asinger
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Board of Directors
BACC Who’s Who
Your chamber is growing...
Parisella
Environmental
Enterprises
Contact: Jay Parisella
Address: 410 Langmaid Lane
Phone: 814-598-6535
Email: jayparisella@yahoo.com
About: Petroleum field consulting,
excavation and site work, and small
business development.
Vickie Baker
CNB Bank
Brett Booth
Zippo Manufacturing Company
Gretchen Brahaney
KOA Speer Electronics
Nancy Graham
Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Anne Holliday
WESB/WBRR
Mark Welch
Contact: Mark Welch
Address: 35 Elm Street
Phone: 814-225-3233
Email: popcornb@penn.com
About: Radiologist
Stephanie Huber
Bradford Hospital Foundation
Susan Hughes
Tower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)
Devon Kloss
American Refining Group, Inc.
Sam Johnson Bradford Area School District
Colette Roessler
Individual Member/Community Volunteer
Dan Williams
Williams Insurance Agency
Sharon Yost
Walmart
BACC Staff
Kara Kennedy
Executive Director
Tricia Wilt
Membership Coordinator
To Be Announced
Event Coordinator
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Custom Rug Creations
Contact: David Tomey
Address: 8 Chestnut Street
Phone: 814-596-6674
Email: rugmaster2014@gmail.com
About: Makes beautiful area rugs in
different shapes, sizes, and colors to
match buyers’ ideas.
Moose Watch
Contact: Jim Andrews
Address: PO Box 1033
Phone: 814-558-7755
Email: jim@moosewatch.com
About: Real estate
2016 Executive Committee:
BACC’s Board of Directors has approved
the following individuals to serve on the
2016 Executive Board. Congratulations to
these Board members as they take on
leadership roles in 2016. We appreciate
their service to the Chamber and community!
President:
Susan Oliphant,
American Refining Group
First Vice President:
Guy Signor,
Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems
Second Vice President:
Ryan Race,
Northwest Savings Bank
Secretary:
Jill Ballard,
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Treasurer:
Anita Dolan,
OECD - City of Bradford
Past President:
Tim Asinger,
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Who do you know?
Who do you know that hasn’t joined the
Chamber...yet? Please help us spread the
word about what the Chamber is and does!
If you know of a new business, an existing
business not currently on our membership list, or
an individual who you think may be interested,
please share their contact information with us
and Tricia will follow up with them!
Award Winners Since 1986
As our members consider who they would like to nominate to be
recognized at our Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation in
April, we are sometimes asked, “Has so-and-so ever won?” Listed
below are our award recipients for the past 30 years - quite an
honor roll of businesses and individuals! In recent years, BACC
has given three awards: Exemplary Business Award, Community
& Spirit Award, and, when the Board has chosen, a special honor
called the Directors’ Award. Award winners are as follows:
2015 Exemplary Business Award - Shults Toyota/Edmond Chevrolet
Community & Spirit Award - Beacon Light
Directors’ Award - Christine Minich
2014 Exemplary Business Award - Moments to Remember
Community & Spirit Award - CARE for Children
Directors’ Award - Jeannine T. Schoenecker
2013 Exemplary Business Award - Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes
Community & Spirit Award - George B. Duke, Harriet B. Wick, Sarah B. Dorn, Howard L. Fesenmyer
Director’s Award - Shane E. Oschman
2012 Exemplary Business Award - Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Community & Spirit Award - Steven V. Cavallaro
Directors’ Award - Madeline Miles
2011 Exemplary Business Award - Bradford Save-A-Lot
Community & Spirit Award - Ralph A. Rose
Directors’ Award - Leadership McKean
2010 Exemplary Business Award - The Option House
Community & Spirit Award - Tuna Valley Trail Association
From 1996 to 2010, the awards were Small Business of the Year,
Large Business of the Year, and Businessperson of the Year. Prior to
1996, Business of the Year was not divided into small and large.
2009 Roseart Company, Inc.
Crosby’s
Harvey L. Golubock
2008 The Grocery Stretcher
American Refining Group
Julie Marasco
2007 Byllye Lanes
Dallas-Morris Drilling, Inc.
Richard T. Esch
2006 City Beers
Bradford Regional Airport/BRA Authority/
US Airway Express/Colgan Air, Inc.
Martin “Mike” Glesk
2005 Orris Jewelers
Northwest Savings Bank
G. W. “Greg” Booth
2004 Glendorn
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Ron Orris
2003 John Williams European Pastry
Tops Market Inc. Store #610
Robert C. Esch
2002 BCPAC
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Dr. Richard McDowell
2001 Bradford Family YMCA
Quaker Boy, Inc.
Howard Nickel
2000 Beefeaters
Minard Run Oil Company
Mimi Cahill
1999 Country Fair
Graham Packaging
Harry Halloran
1998 Zippo/Case Visitors Center
American Refining Group
Paula Johnson
1997 Parkview Super Market
W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co.
Raymond McMahon
1996 The Glass Shop
KOA Speer Electronic, Inc.
Kathleen G. Jones
1995 Bisett Building Center
Richard Kessel
1994 McCourt Label Company
Charles Brooks
1993 Dresser Manufacturing
Maria Mongillo
1992 Bradford Hospital
Sarah B. Dorn and Harriett B. Wick
1991 FCI McKean
Thomas R. Bromeley
1990 Bradford Forest Products, Inc.
Michael Schuler
1989 Brad Pac
Jim Guelfi
1988 Zippo Manufacturing Co.
Lawrence Shields
1987 University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
James McGill
1986 Futures Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
Christopher Hauser, Esq.
Don’t forget to make your nominations for this year’s awards
using the enclosed insert. The committee values your input!
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Greetings!
BACC photo gallery
Member News
As we start a new year, there
are many changes happening
at the Chamber. As you all
know by now, Ron has moved on
to a new role with the Blaisdell
Foundation and we wish him all
the best in his new endeavors.
CASA of McKean County will begin
training for their Spring 2016 class on
March 10th. Applications are being
accepted on an on-going basis and are
available on their website, located at
www.mckeancountypa.org/casa.aspx,
along with more information.
Since the announcement in
late November, I’ve had many
people ask me about my
transition into the Executive
Director position. “Are you
excited?” “Are you looking
forward to it?” “Are you
nervous?” The answer to all
of those questions, without a
doubt, is “Yes!”
The Good News Department
Ryan Race has been named
manager of the Northwest
Savings Bank office located
on West Washington Street.
As manager, Race will be
responsible for customer
service, administration,
lending and business
development. He will work
with the commercial lending, business
services, investment management, and
insurance areas of the bank to provide
customers a full range of financial services.
Thanks to our
wonderful volunteers!
We couldn’t do this without you:
Top and middle rows: Congratulations to the winners of the 2015 Downtown Bradford window decorating contest, sponsored by the Downtown Bradford
Revitalization Corporation! Left to right: Timeless Treasures, owned by Sheryl Silvis, came in 3rd place; Graham’s Florist, owned by Candy Tingley, received
2nd place; and Moments to Remember, owned by Laurie Lindstrom, was the 1st prize winner. Downtown looks wonderful this holiday season thanks to all
who have decorated their businesses! Bottom row: While the weather didn’t quite fit the theme, Old-Fashioned Christmas was once again a success, with
woodcarving demonstrations (and Santa!), live music by some Wright’s Music Shed’s students, and horse-drawn wagon rides sponsored by Team VP ERA
Real Estate among the many activities offered. There was fun to be had for all ages, and shoppers enjoyed visiting the downtown retailers and restaurants.
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Theresa Bond,
June Brown,
Maxine Eschrich,
Ellie Thumpston,
and
Chris Yeager
American Red Cross brings home fire
campaign to Bradford: Every day, fire
departments respond to over 1,000 home
fires and those fires result in 39 injuries and
7 deaths on average. In an effort to reduce
home fire injuries and fatalities, the
American Red Cross has initiated a Home
Fire Campaign, where their volunteers and
community partners install free smoke
alarms and offer free fire safety education
to the residents. They are bringing this
valuable lifesaving campaign to the
Bradford area on Monday, January 18th.
In order to make the program successful, the
American Red Cross is looking for additional
help on that day. Whether you are a single
individual looking to give back to the
community or a large company, the Red
Cross can use your assistance. For additional
information on how to get involved, contact
Geoffrey Domowicz (geoffrey.domowicz@
redcross.org) at 814-240-7598.
Lisa’s Hairport has
welcomed Trevor Quick
to their staff. Trevor is a
lifelong resident of
Bradford who attended
Continental School of
Beauty in Olean to earn
his License in Cosmetology.
His specialties include:
texture cuts, razor cuts, clipper cuts, fades,
mustache and beard shaping, hot towel
neck shaves, creative color, corrective color,
waxing, and spa services. He is accepting
new clients. Trevor’s overall goal is to build
a relationship of trust and commitment with
his clients that will last for many years.
I am excited to continue working
with all of our members in this
new role. I’m looking forward
to continuing to build upon the
success our Chamber team has
created in recent years. And I
am, admittedly, a bit nervous,
but not in the way that some
people seem to expect.
Ron and I have worked closely
together for more than five
years. We’ve seen incredible
growth in the Chamber’s
membership numbers, an almost
complete revamping of most of
our events, and huge changes
in how the business community
connects through social media
and other avenues.
During that time, I have learned
so much from Ron’s leadership
and guidance, and I have come
to consider him a good friend.
While I know his are big shoes
to fill, I am honored that he...
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Member News
...continued...
At an Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Association of
Broadcasters on December 4th, Jeff Andrulonis of
Colonial Media + Entertainment was elected to a
second term as Joint Board Chairman. The association
represents the more than 450 radio and 45 television
over-the-air broadcast stations in the commonwealth.
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has received an
honorable mention for its freshman orientation handbook
from the Council for the Advancement and Support of
Education in its District II Accolades Awards Program. PittBradford received the award in the Student Handbooks
category for its Beginnings Orientation handbook, which is
distributed to incoming students during orientation in July.
A Whole Latte Love Cafe is on the move - watch for them
to re-open soon at their new location, 16 Congress Street.
Youth group members from the First Presbyterian Church
recently used their prize money from the Cruisin’ Into
Christmas Parade to purchase gifts for children who are
currently living at the YWCA Bradford’s homeless shelter.
Kudos to these youngsters and their leaders at the church!
Congratulations to Steve Cavallaro for organizing this
year’s new, successful Community Christmas Caroling
event. We hope to see it repeated in future years!
Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc.
announces the retirement of longtime employee, Linda Ingram.
Linda started at Hannum Memorial
Rest Home in 1982 as a certified
nursing assistant. In 1989, when
Bradford Ecumenical Home was
built, Linda transitioned to the
business office. She worked at
Bradford Ecumenical Home until
1996 when Chapel Ridge Personal Care Home opened
and transferred to Administrative Assistant in 1996 where
she has been ever since. Linda says the best part of her
job is, “talking to the residents about their life, past and
present, and just making their days pleasant. I like to
help make Chapel Ridge feel more like home.” Nancy
Renninger, Director of Nursing, worked with Linda during
her tenure at Hannum Home. Nancy shared, “Linda was
one of four full time day shift nurse’s aides when I started
there in 1987. Linda was a compassionate and caring
aide. Her laugh was and continues to be contagious! When
we opened Chapel Ridge she applied for the receptionist
position. I know they affectionately refer to her as the
“glue” that holds everything together.” Linda’s dedication
and loyalty to Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. is to be
commended. Her thirty three years of service is greatly
appreciated. Congratulations on your retirement, Linda!
Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors
for their support of BACC’s annual events:
What’s happening
at the Chamber
Kara’s message...continued from page 3
...trusts me to be able to pick up where he
has left off and continue the good work
that the Chamber has been doing
throughout our time together here. I am
also thankful that our Board of Directors
has demonstrated their confidence in me
by offering me this exciting opportunity.
Throughout my time at the Chamber, we
have been blessed with active leadership
and supportive input from our talented
Executive Board and Board of Directors,
and I expect that to continue into the future.
I look forward to working with this year’s
Executive Board members as we carefully
evaluate our services and events, and
continue to make positive changes for the
increased benefit of our members.
All that we have accomplished at the
Chamber has been through a team effort,
and we plan for that to continue into the
new year and beyond. While our entire
staff (even the Executive Director) is parttime, we all work to make the most of that
time to serve you, our members.
Tricia Wilt, our Membership Coordinator, is
available Tuesday through Friday to assist
all of our members and the public with their
needs. We will be welcoming a new Event
Coordinator on board in the near future
to continue to add new ideas and a fresh
perspective to our event planning and our
overall services. And I will be in the office
Monday through Thursday most weeks,
where I welcome you to visit us and share
your ideas, suggestions, and, yes, even your
complaints, so that we can all work together
to find successful solutions!
May 2016 be a Happy New Year for you
and yours!
Kara
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Who’s ready to shop? Ca$h Mob Bradford returns on Saturday, January 16th at 10am.
Bring your friends and family, your neighbors and co-workers, and make sure they each
know to bring their $20 cash to spend. We’ll meet at the Chamber office, 121 Main
Street, and announce our January target. If we have 25 or more mobsters participate
that day, we’ll give away a $25 Bradford Gift Certificate to one lucky shopper.
Interested in being a future Ca$h Mob target? Fill out the enclosed insert or email us!
It’s time to network in the new year with Business After Hours on Thursday, January
21st. Our host will be Bradford Travel, located at 50 Davis Street. Join us from 5-7pm
for relaxed networking: a 56 passenger deluxe Covered Wagon Motorcoach will be
available to tour, you can meet the staff and tour directors, and enjoy complimentary
snacks and beverages. Don’t forget your business card for the business card drawing!
We have a new date for the 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest - it will now be held on
Saturday, March 12th! See the enclosed inserts for ticket orders and sponsorship
opportunities - there are many different ways you can help us make this year’s event
even better than before. Advance tickets are on sale now at the Chamber office for
$20 ($25 at the door), and designated driver tickets are $10. Brought to you by BACC
and Glenwood Beer Distributors, Bradford Brewfest is an event you won’t want to miss!
Our BACC Annual Meeting and Awards in April will be here before we know it and
we need your help! Please use the enclosed nomination form to give us your input about
those businesses, organizations, or individuals you feel should be considered for this
year’s exemplary business and community and spirit awards. Not sure if those you’re
thinking of have already been recognized? A listing of all of our previous award
winners from the past thirty years is on page 11 for reference.
If you wish to use the BACC logo in marketing materials, please seek approval through
our office and be sure not to alter or crop it. Our brand integrity is as important to us
as yours is to you! Also, if you’re not sure if we have your current logo on file, please
send an update to kara.kennedy@bradfordchamber.com. Thank you!
Sharing your message...
Monthly: Remember, each new business member is eligible for one free Chamber
News insert or ad during the first year of membership. If you have not used your free
insert or ad yet, call 814-368-7115 to reserve a spot for an upcoming month.
Weekly: Do you have news, events, or announcements you would like us to include
in an upcoming e-blast? Email kara.kennedy@bradfordchamber.com with your info!
Any time: Whenever you have exciting news, specials, or events on your Facebook
page that you’d like us to share, be sure to let a member of our staff know. Our page
reaches more than 5,000 fans, and we’re happy to promote our members to them!
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Let’s talk about...
Getting Involved
The positive and negative aspects of our local
communities are frequent topics of conversation when
colleagues and friends get together. While there are no
easy answers to eliminating the negative forces that do
exist in every community, we all can do our part to get
involved and make an effort toward positive change.
Whether you choose to volunteer with an existing
organization, or introduce a new effort to fill a need
that you see, each positive step you make does make
a difference and helps to turn the tide in the right
direction.
Service Clubs – Weekly Meeting Schedule
Bradford Rotary Club
Mondays, Noon, Beefeaters Exchange Club
Bradford Township Lions
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7pm, Lions Club Zonta
Kiwanis Club of Bradford
Tuesdays, Noon, Beefeaters
2nd Monday, 6:30pm, Beefeaters
2nd Wednesday Noon, Togi’s Blue Room
4th Tuesday 6pm, Togi’s Blue Room
Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors
for their support of BACC’s annual events:
Need ideas for where or how to get involved?
• Visit our website at www.bradfordchamber.com, click
on the square at the top right labeled “BACC Directory”
and you can see a wonderful variety of organizations,
agencies, and churches within the “Family, Community,
& Non-Profit” listings.
• Follow the Volunteer McKean Facebook page, where
we post volunteer opportunities that are shared with us.
• Or give us a call - we can always use volunteers for
our events, mailings, and more!
Leading the Way
Here at the Chamber, we are fortunate to have a very
active and involved Board of Directors who are always
available to discuss ideas, lend a hand at Chamber (and
other) events, and show their support for our community.
As the new year begins, we would like to express our sincere
appreciation to these departing Board members who have
completed their terms of service. They will be missed!
Dr. Steve Hardin, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Jill Henry, The Bradford Era
Kelly Martin, Kelly’s Restaurant
Ann Robinson, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
We would also like to welcome our new, incoming Board
members who will be joining us in 2016. We look forward
to working together with them as we continue to make the
Chamber stronger each year. Fresh perspectives and input
from a variety of viewpoints is always welcome and helps us
strive to meet our members’ needs in new and exciting ways!
Brett Booth, Zippo Manufacturing Company
Nancy Graham, Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Anne Holliday, WESB/WBRR
Susan Hughes, Tower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)
Chamber News Insert Printing
Black/White
(1-sided) $40 (2-sided) $60
Colored Paper $13 additional
Color
(1-sided) $100 (2-sided) $175
Printing charges are in addition to
insert fee of $50/1 or $100/3.
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JANUARY
2016 Chamber Calendar of Events
JAN 9 • Little Fabric Garden: Bargello Flag Wall Hanging Class
9am-2pm Little Fabric Garden, 25 Main Street, Bradford, PA
Cost: $22 plus materials. This wall hanging is sure to bring many compliments your way. It can be used as patriotic décor, both inside (wall
hanging) or outside (door). For more information, contact Little Fabric Garden at 814-362-6070 or littlefabricgarden@hotmail.com.
• American Red Cross Blood Drive 9am-2pm National Guard, 212 Airport Drive, Lewis Run
The Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood regularly, beginning in January. Donors with all blood types are needed, especially
those with types AB, O, B negative and A negative. To make an appointment to donate blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor
App, visit redcrossblood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
JAN 12
Pitt-Bradford Continuing Education and Regional Development: How to Start a Bed and Breakfast 6:30-8:30pm Room 200, Seneca
Building, 2 Main Street, Bradford, PA
Bed and breakfast businesses are a great way to generate extra income for people who enjoy entertaining and cooking. But is it right for
you? You will learn how to select a location and building structure, legal requirements, start-up costs, liability insurance, B&B traveler
expectations, rooms, food, hospitality, marketing and promotion, and much more. Cost is $49. Call 814-362-5078 or email contined@pitt.
edu to register.
JAN 14
Clarion University SBDC: QuickBooks 2015 Level I 8:30am-4:30pm Clarion University SBDC (Barnes Center), 330 North Point Drive Suite
100, Clarion., PA
Learn to create, use and maintain your books with ease. Keep track of your payables and receivables. Course approved 8 CPE credits. Cost:
$199 or save $38 and register for both Quickbooks Level I and II for $360. Register online or call the SBDC at (814)393-2060 or toll free
at 1(877)292-1843 or email: sbdc@clarion.edu
JAN 15-29
“Exploration” KOA Art Gallery, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA
Photographs by faculty, staff and students of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford plus area residents. Opening reception, noon, Jan 15.
JAN 15
Bradford Area School District: End of Marking Period - Early Dismissal.
JAN 16
• BACC: Ca$h Mob Bradford 10am Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce, 121 Main Street, Bradford, PA
Bring $20 to spend and join the mob - shopping locally together! Meet at the Chamber office and we’ll announce this month’s target. If more
than 25 mobsters participate, one will be drawn as the lucky winner of a $25 Bradford Gift Certificate. For more information, contact the
Chamber at 814-368-7115.
• Tri-Parish Chili Contest 5:30-8:00pm (chili to be dropped off 4-5pm for judging) G. Carlton Richie Hall, St Francis Drive. Bradford, PA
Attention all chili cooks and connoisseurs! The Catholic churches in the Bradford area (St. Bernard, St. Francis and OMPH) are sponsoring a
Tri-Parish Chili Contest. 3 categories: traditional, non-traditional, or hot and spicy. Prizes will be awarded to the winning chili maker in each
category. Cost: Adults $8; Children 6-12yrs:$5; Children under 5: free. Max family cost: $25. Includes chili dinner (your choice of several
chilis), tossed salad, bread, dessert, coffee, tea.
JAN 18
Bradford Area School District: Martin Luther King Day – No School
JAN 18-MAR 13
Bradford YMCA: Winter Whiteout Bradford Family YMCA, Boylston Street, Bradford, PA
8 week wellness and weight loss challenge. Orientations are January 18-23 and last chance orientation is January 25.
Contact the Bradford Family YMCA at 814-368-6101 for more information.
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JAN 20
Baily’s Beads Celebration 7:30pm Mukaiyama University Room, Frame Westerberg Commons, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300
Campus Drive, Bradford, PA
Free event. Unveiling of 2016 issue of Baily’s Beads student literary magazine.
JAN 21
• Clarion University SBDC: QuickBooks 2015 Level II 8:30am-4:30pm Clarion University SBDC (Barnes Center), 330 North Point Drive Suite
100, Clarion, PA
Learn how to run professional looking reports, personalize your forms, send letters through Microsoft Word, export to Excel and more.
Course approved 8 CPE credits. Cost: $199 or save $38 and register for both Quickbooks Level I and II for $360. Register online or call the
SBDC at (814)393-2060 or toll free at 1(877)292-1843 or email: sbdc@clarion.edu
• BACC Business After Hours: Bradford Travel 5-7pm Bradford Travel, 50 Davis Street, Bradford, PA
Join BACC and our host Bradford Travel for relaxed networking, complimentary refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres, and a business card
drawing. Tour a 56-passenger deluxe Covered Wagon Motorcoach, meet the staff and tour directors, and more. Free and open to the
business and professional community. For more information, contact Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce at 814-368-7115.
• Bradford Area High School Boys’ Basketball Boosters: Presents Harlem Wizards 7pm Gymnasium, Bradford Area High School, Interstate
Parkway, Bradford, PA
Advance tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults, available at Northwest Savings Bank branches or Santo Vida Wellness Center at 86
Main St, Bradford. Prices at door are $10 student and $12 adult.
JAN 23
American Cancer Society: 37th Annual Tony Dolan Memorial Ski for Cancer 9am-4pm The Westline Inn, Westline, PA
Come ski or hike the beautiful Kinzua Valley Trail. Live music by the No Name Trio, raffles, bonfire at the trail head, pig roast at noon and
prizes. For more information, to volunteer, or for registration, trail sign, or sponsor forms, visit http://community.acsevents.org/TonyDolanSkiForCancerPA, stop in to Ott and McHenry Pharmacy and ask for Betsy, or contact Anna-Marie Labowski at 814-866-5174 or via email at
anna-marie.labowski.cancer.org.
JAN 23&30
Little Fabric Garden: Snow Day Table Runner Class 10am-2pm Little Fabric Garden, 25 Main Street, Bradford, PA
Cost: $22 plus materials. If you have a love for snowmen, then this is for you. This table runner will warm your heart up on many cold winter
days. The class will meet two times to complete. For more information, contact Little Fabric Garden at 814-362-6070 or littlefabricgarden@
hotmail.com.
JAN 24
Bradford Family YMCA: 26th Annual Polar Bear Series of Runs and Walks – 5K Run/Walk at University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, 300
Campus Drive, Bradford PA
Four events from January 1st through March 13th. Join more than 200 runners and walkers to complete one or all events in the series.
Pre–registration for this run/walk closes on January 21, 2016. Contact the Bradford Family YMCA at 814-368-6101 for more information
or to register.
JAN 26
Bradford Area School District: Report Cards Distributed
JAN 26&FEB 2
JAN 30
Pitt-Bradford Division of Continuing Education and Regional Development: ServSafe Certification Course 5-9pm
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture regulations state that food service establishments need to employ at least one certified
supervisory employee who has completed and passed an approved certification course. This ServSafe course meets that regulation. This
course is for both new certifications and re-certifications. If your certification has expired you will need to take the full course and exam.
Registration deadline: Jan 18th. Cost: $199 per participant. Call 814-362-5078 or email contined@pitt.edu to register.
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• BCPAC Season Event: John Ford Coley and Terry Sylvester 7:30pm Bromeley Family Theater, Blaisdell Hall, University of Pittsburgh at
Bradford, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA
Grammy nominated John Ford Coley (formerly of England Dan and John Ford Coley) and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Terry
Sylvester (formerly of The Hollies) will be taking the stage together for a unique acoustic concert experience. The classic rock legends will be
playing many of the songs that made them famous years ago with their previous bands. All seats: $35. For tickets, contact Bradford Creative
and Performing Arts Center at 814-362-2522, visit their office at 10 Marilyn Horne Way, or order online at www.bcpac.com.
• Bradford Area High School Boys’ Basketball Boosters: Bradford Owls Basketball Bowling Tournament 6pm Byllye Lanes, Seaward Avenue,
Bradford, PA
$20 per person. No-tap doubles. No averages. Cash payouts. To sign up in advance, contact Barry Bacha at (814)366-7740.
Let’s talk about...
Getting Involved
The positive and negative aspects of our local
communities are frequent topics of conversation when
colleagues and friends get together. While there are no
easy answers to eliminating the negative forces that do
exist in every community, we all can do our part to get
involved and make an effort toward positive change.
Whether you choose to volunteer with an existing
organization, or introduce a new effort to fill a need
that you see, each positive step you make does make
a difference and helps to turn the tide in the right
direction.
Service Clubs – Weekly Meeting Schedule
Bradford Rotary Club
Mondays, Noon, Beefeaters Exchange Club
Bradford Township Lions
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7pm, Lions Club Zonta
Kiwanis Club of Bradford
Tuesdays, Noon, Beefeaters
2nd Monday, 6:30pm, Beefeaters
2nd Wednesday Noon, Togi’s Blue Room
4th Tuesday 6pm, Togi’s Blue Room
Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors
for their support of BACC’s annual events:
Need ideas for where or how to get involved?
• Visit our website at www.bradfordchamber.com, click
on the square at the top right labeled “BACC Directory”
and you can see a wonderful variety of organizations,
agencies, and churches within the “Family, Community,
& Non-Profit” listings.
• Follow the Volunteer McKean Facebook page, where
we post volunteer opportunities that are shared with us.
• Or give us a call - we can always use volunteers for
our events, mailings, and more!
Leading the Way
Here at the Chamber, we are fortunate to have a very
active and involved Board of Directors who are always
available to discuss ideas, lend a hand at Chamber (and
other) events, and show their support for our community.
As the new year begins, we would like to express our sincere
appreciation to these departing Board members who have
completed their terms of service. They will be missed!
Dr. Steve Hardin, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Jill Henry, The Bradford Era
Kelly Martin, Kelly’s Restaurant
Ann Robinson, University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
We would also like to welcome our new, incoming Board
members who will be joining us in 2016. We look forward
to working together with them as we continue to make the
Chamber stronger each year. Fresh perspectives and input
from a variety of viewpoints is always welcome and helps us
strive to meet our members’ needs in new and exciting ways!
Brett Booth, Zippo Manufacturing Company
Nancy Graham, Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Anne Holliday, WESB/WBRR
Susan Hughes, Tower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)
Chamber News Insert Printing
Black/White
(1-sided) $40 (2-sided) $60
Colored Paper $13 additional
Color
(1-sided) $100 (2-sided) $175
Printing charges are in addition to
insert fee of $50/1 or $100/3.
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Member News
...continued...
At an Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Association of
Broadcasters on December 4th, Jeff Andrulonis of
Colonial Media + Entertainment was elected to a
second term as Joint Board Chairman. The association
represents the more than 450 radio and 45 television
over-the-air broadcast stations in the commonwealth.
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has received an
honorable mention for its freshman orientation handbook
from the Council for the Advancement and Support of
Education in its District II Accolades Awards Program. PittBradford received the award in the Student Handbooks
category for its Beginnings Orientation handbook, which is
distributed to incoming students during orientation in July.
A Whole Latte Love Cafe is on the move - watch for them
to re-open soon at their new location, 16 Congress Street.
Youth group members from the First Presbyterian Church
recently used their prize money from the Cruisin’ Into
Christmas Parade to purchase gifts for children who are
currently living at the YWCA Bradford’s homeless shelter.
Kudos to these youngsters and their leaders at the church!
Congratulations to Steve Cavallaro for organizing this
year’s new, successful Community Christmas Caroling
event. We hope to see it repeated in future years!
Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc.
announces the retirement of longtime employee, Linda Ingram.
Linda started at Hannum Memorial
Rest Home in 1982 as a certified
nursing assistant. In 1989, when
Bradford Ecumenical Home was
built, Linda transitioned to the
business office. She worked at
Bradford Ecumenical Home until
1996 when Chapel Ridge Personal Care Home opened
and transferred to Administrative Assistant in 1996 where
she has been ever since. Linda says the best part of her
job is, “talking to the residents about their life, past and
present, and just making their days pleasant. I like to
help make Chapel Ridge feel more like home.” Nancy
Renninger, Director of Nursing, worked with Linda during
her tenure at Hannum Home. Nancy shared, “Linda was
one of four full time day shift nurse’s aides when I started
there in 1987. Linda was a compassionate and caring
aide. Her laugh was and continues to be contagious! When
we opened Chapel Ridge she applied for the receptionist
position. I know they affectionately refer to her as the
“glue” that holds everything together.” Linda’s dedication
and loyalty to Bradford Ecumenical Home, Inc. is to be
commended. Her thirty three years of service is greatly
appreciated. Congratulations on your retirement, Linda!
Our continued thanks to our Signature Sponsors
for their support of BACC’s annual events:
What’s happening
at the Chamber
Kara’s message...continued from page 3
...trusts me to be able to pick up where he
has left off and continue the good work
that the Chamber has been doing
throughout our time together here. I am
also thankful that our Board of Directors
has demonstrated their confidence in me
by offering me this exciting opportunity.
Throughout my time at the Chamber, we
have been blessed with active leadership
and supportive input from our talented
Executive Board and Board of Directors,
and I expect that to continue into the future.
I look forward to working with this year’s
Executive Board members as we carefully
evaluate our services and events, and
continue to make positive changes for the
increased benefit of our members.
All that we have accomplished at the
Chamber has been through a team effort,
and we plan for that to continue into the
new year and beyond. While our entire
staff (even the Executive Director) is parttime, we all work to make the most of that
time to serve you, our members.
Tricia Wilt, our Membership Coordinator, is
available Tuesday through Friday to assist
all of our members and the public with their
needs. We will be welcoming a new Event
Coordinator on board in the near future
to continue to add new ideas and a fresh
perspective to our event planning and our
overall services. And I will be in the office
Monday through Thursday most weeks,
where I welcome you to visit us and share
your ideas, suggestions, and, yes, even your
complaints, so that we can all work together
to find successful solutions!
May 2016 be a Happy New Year for you
and yours!
Kara
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Who’s ready to shop? Ca$h Mob Bradford returns on Saturday, January 16th at 10am.
Bring your friends and family, your neighbors and co-workers, and make sure they each
know to bring their $20 cash to spend. We’ll meet at the Chamber office, 121 Main
Street, and announce our January target. If we have 25 or more mobsters participate
that day, we’ll give away a $25 Bradford Gift Certificate to one lucky shopper.
Interested in being a future Ca$h Mob target? Fill out the enclosed insert or email us!
It’s time to network in the new year with Business After Hours on Thursday, January
21st. Our host will be Bradford Travel, located at 50 Davis Street. Join us from 5-7pm
for relaxed networking: a 56 passenger deluxe Covered Wagon Motorcoach will be
available to tour, you can meet the staff and tour directors, and enjoy complimentary
snacks and beverages. Don’t forget your business card for the business card drawing!
We have a new date for the 4th Annual Bradford Brewfest - it will now be held on
Saturday, March 12th! See the enclosed inserts for ticket orders and sponsorship
opportunities - there are many different ways you can help us make this year’s event
even better than before. Advance tickets are on sale now at the Chamber office for
$20 ($25 at the door), and designated driver tickets are $10. Brought to you by BACC
and Glenwood Beer Distributors, Bradford Brewfest is an event you won’t want to miss!
Our BACC Annual Meeting and Awards in April will be here before we know it and
we need your help! Please use the enclosed nomination form to give us your input about
those businesses, organizations, or individuals you feel should be considered for this
year’s exemplary business and community and spirit awards. Not sure if those you’re
thinking of have already been recognized? A listing of all of our previous award
winners from the past thirty years is on page 11 for reference.
If you wish to use the BACC logo in marketing materials, please seek approval through
our office and be sure not to alter or crop it. Our brand integrity is as important to us
as yours is to you! Also, if you’re not sure if we have your current logo on file, please
send an update to kara.kennedy@bradfordchamber.com. Thank you!
Sharing your message...
Monthly: Remember, each new business member is eligible for one free Chamber
News insert or ad during the first year of membership. If you have not used your free
insert or ad yet, call 814-368-7115 to reserve a spot for an upcoming month.
Weekly: Do you have news, events, or announcements you would like us to include
in an upcoming e-blast? Email kara.kennedy@bradfordchamber.com with your info!
Any time: Whenever you have exciting news, specials, or events on your Facebook
page that you’d like us to share, be sure to let a member of our staff know. Our page
reaches more than 5,000 fans, and we’re happy to promote our members to them!
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Greetings!
BACC photo gallery
Member News
As we start a new year, there
are many changes happening
at the Chamber. As you all
know by now, Ron has moved on
to a new role with the Blaisdell
Foundation and we wish him all
the best in his new endeavors.
CASA of McKean County will begin
training for their Spring 2016 class on
March 10th. Applications are being
accepted on an on-going basis and are
available on their website, located at
www.mckeancountypa.org/casa.aspx,
along with more information.
Since the announcement in
late November, I’ve had many
people ask me about my
transition into the Executive
Director position. “Are you
excited?” “Are you looking
forward to it?” “Are you
nervous?” The answer to all
of those questions, without a
doubt, is “Yes!”
The Good News Department
Ryan Race has been named
manager of the Northwest
Savings Bank office located
on West Washington Street.
As manager, Race will be
responsible for customer
service, administration,
lending and business
development. He will work
with the commercial lending, business
services, investment management, and
insurance areas of the bank to provide
customers a full range of financial services.
Thanks to our
wonderful volunteers!
We couldn’t do this without you:
Top and middle rows: Congratulations to the winners of the 2015 Downtown Bradford window decorating contest, sponsored by the Downtown Bradford
Revitalization Corporation! Left to right: Timeless Treasures, owned by Sheryl Silvis, came in 3rd place; Graham’s Florist, owned by Candy Tingley, received
2nd place; and Moments to Remember, owned by Laurie Lindstrom, was the 1st prize winner. Downtown looks wonderful this holiday season thanks to all
who have decorated their businesses! Bottom row: While the weather didn’t quite fit the theme, Old-Fashioned Christmas was once again a success, with
woodcarving demonstrations (and Santa!), live music by some Wright’s Music Shed’s students, and horse-drawn wagon rides sponsored by Team VP ERA
Real Estate among the many activities offered. There was fun to be had for all ages, and shoppers enjoyed visiting the downtown retailers and restaurants.
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Theresa Bond,
June Brown,
Maxine Eschrich,
Ellie Thumpston,
and
Chris Yeager
American Red Cross brings home fire
campaign to Bradford: Every day, fire
departments respond to over 1,000 home
fires and those fires result in 39 injuries and
7 deaths on average. In an effort to reduce
home fire injuries and fatalities, the
American Red Cross has initiated a Home
Fire Campaign, where their volunteers and
community partners install free smoke
alarms and offer free fire safety education
to the residents. They are bringing this
valuable lifesaving campaign to the
Bradford area on Monday, January 18th.
In order to make the program successful, the
American Red Cross is looking for additional
help on that day. Whether you are a single
individual looking to give back to the
community or a large company, the Red
Cross can use your assistance. For additional
information on how to get involved, contact
Geoffrey Domowicz (geoffrey.domowicz@
redcross.org) at 814-240-7598.
Lisa’s Hairport has
welcomed Trevor Quick
to their staff. Trevor is a
lifelong resident of
Bradford who attended
Continental School of
Beauty in Olean to earn
his License in Cosmetology.
His specialties include:
texture cuts, razor cuts, clipper cuts, fades,
mustache and beard shaping, hot towel
neck shaves, creative color, corrective color,
waxing, and spa services. He is accepting
new clients. Trevor’s overall goal is to build
a relationship of trust and commitment with
his clients that will last for many years.
I am excited to continue working
with all of our members in this
new role. I’m looking forward
to continuing to build upon the
success our Chamber team has
created in recent years. And I
am, admittedly, a bit nervous,
but not in the way that some
people seem to expect.
Ron and I have worked closely
together for more than five
years. We’ve seen incredible
growth in the Chamber’s
membership numbers, an almost
complete revamping of most of
our events, and huge changes
in how the business community
connects through social media
and other avenues.
During that time, I have learned
so much from Ron’s leadership
and guidance, and I have come
to consider him a good friend.
While I know his are big shoes
to fill, I am honored that he...
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Your chamber is growing. . .p2
Member News . .. .. .. .. .. p3-4
Kara’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . .p3
Let’s Talk About. . . . . . . . . . . p 5
Calendar. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. p6-8
What’s Happening . . . . . . . . .p9
Photo Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . p10
News You Can Use . . . . . . . p11
BACC Board of Directors
Officers
President, Susan Oliphant
American Refining Group, Inc.
1st VP, Guy Signor
Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems
2nd VP, Ryan Race
Northwest Savings Bank
Secretary, Jill Ballard
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Treasurer, Anita Dolan
OECD - City of Bradford
Past President, Tim Asinger
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Board of Directors
BACC Who’s Who
Your chamber is growing...
Parisella
Environmental
Enterprises
Contact: Jay Parisella
Address: 410 Langmaid Lane
Phone: 814-598-6535
Email: jayparisella@yahoo.com
About: Petroleum field consulting,
excavation and site work, and small
business development.
Vickie Baker
CNB Bank
Brett Booth
Zippo Manufacturing Company
Gretchen Brahaney
KOA Speer Electronics
Nancy Graham
Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Anne Holliday
WESB/WBRR
Mark Welch
Contact: Mark Welch
Address: 35 Elm Street
Phone: 814-225-3233
Email: popcornb@penn.com
About: Radiologist
Stephanie Huber
Bradford Hospital Foundation
Susan Hughes
Tower FUMC (First United Methodist Church)
Devon Kloss
American Refining Group, Inc.
Sam Johnson Bradford Area School District
Colette Roessler
Individual Member/Community Volunteer
Dan Williams
Williams Insurance Agency
Sharon Yost
Walmart
BACC Staff
Kara Kennedy
Executive Director
Tricia Wilt
Membership Coordinator
To Be Announced
Event Coordinator
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Custom Rug Creations
Contact: David Tomey
Address: 8 Chestnut Street
Phone: 814-596-6674
Email: rugmaster2014@gmail.com
About: Makes beautiful area rugs in
different shapes, sizes, and colors to
match buyers’ ideas.
Moose Watch
Contact: Jim Andrews
Address: PO Box 1033
Phone: 814-558-7755
Email: jim@moosewatch.com
About: Real estate
2016 Executive Committee:
BACC’s Board of Directors has approved
the following individuals to serve on the
2016 Executive Board. Congratulations to
these Board members as they take on
leadership roles in 2016. We appreciate
their service to the Chamber and community!
President:
Susan Oliphant,
American Refining Group
First Vice President:
Guy Signor,
Beacon Light Behavioral Health Systems
Second Vice President:
Ryan Race,
Northwest Savings Bank
Secretary:
Jill Ballard,
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Treasurer:
Anita Dolan,
OECD - City of Bradford
Past President:
Tim Asinger,
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Who do you know?
Who do you know that hasn’t joined the
Chamber...yet? Please help us spread the
word about what the Chamber is and does!
If you know of a new business, an existing
business not currently on our membership list, or
an individual who you think may be interested,
please share their contact information with us
and Tricia will follow up with them!
Award Winners Since 1986
As our members consider who they would like to nominate to be
recognized at our Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation in
April, we are sometimes asked, “Has so-and-so ever won?” Listed
below are our award recipients for the past 30 years - quite an
honor roll of businesses and individuals! In recent years, BACC
has given three awards: Exemplary Business Award, Community
& Spirit Award, and, when the Board has chosen, a special honor
called the Directors’ Award. Award winners are as follows:
2015 Exemplary Business Award - Shults Toyota/Edmond Chevrolet
Community & Spirit Award - Beacon Light
Directors’ Award - Christine Minich
2014 Exemplary Business Award - Moments to Remember
Community & Spirit Award - CARE for Children
Directors’ Award - Jeannine T. Schoenecker
2013 Exemplary Business Award - Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes
Community & Spirit Award - George B. Duke, Harriet B. Wick, Sarah B. Dorn, Howard L. Fesenmyer
Director’s Award - Shane E. Oschman
2012 Exemplary Business Award - Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe
Community & Spirit Award - Steven V. Cavallaro
Directors’ Award - Madeline Miles
2011 Exemplary Business Award - Bradford Save-A-Lot
Community & Spirit Award - Ralph A. Rose
Directors’ Award - Leadership McKean
2010 Exemplary Business Award - The Option House
Community & Spirit Award - Tuna Valley Trail Association
From 1996 to 2010, the awards were Small Business of the Year,
Large Business of the Year, and Businessperson of the Year. Prior to
1996, Business of the Year was not divided into small and large.
2009 Roseart Company, Inc.
Crosby’s
Harvey L. Golubock
2008 The Grocery Stretcher
American Refining Group
Julie Marasco
2007 Byllye Lanes
Dallas-Morris Drilling, Inc.
Richard T. Esch
2006 City Beers
Bradford Regional Airport/BRA Authority/
US Airway Express/Colgan Air, Inc.
Martin “Mike” Glesk
2005 Orris Jewelers
Northwest Savings Bank
G. W. “Greg” Booth
2004 Glendorn
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
Ron Orris
2003 John Williams European Pastry
Tops Market Inc. Store #610
Robert C. Esch
2002 BCPAC
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Dr. Richard McDowell
2001 Bradford Family YMCA
Quaker Boy, Inc.
Howard Nickel
2000 Beefeaters
Minard Run Oil Company
Mimi Cahill
1999 Country Fair
Graham Packaging
Harry Halloran
1998 Zippo/Case Visitors Center
American Refining Group
Paula Johnson
1997 Parkview Super Market
W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co.
Raymond McMahon
1996 The Glass Shop
KOA Speer Electronic, Inc.
Kathleen G. Jones
1995 Bisett Building Center
Richard Kessel
1994 McCourt Label Company
Charles Brooks
1993 Dresser Manufacturing
Maria Mongillo
1992 Bradford Hospital
Sarah B. Dorn and Harriett B. Wick
1991 FCI McKean
Thomas R. Bromeley
1990 Bradford Forest Products, Inc.
Michael Schuler
1989 Brad Pac
Jim Guelfi
1988 Zippo Manufacturing Co.
Lawrence Shields
1987 University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
James McGill
1986 Futures Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
Christopher Hauser, Esq.
Don’t forget to make your nominations for this year’s awards
using the enclosed insert. The committee values your input!
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JANUARY
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2016
Ca$h Mob
Bradford
Ca$h Mob Bradford returns
Saturday, January 16th at
10am. Bring $20 to spend
and meet us at the Chamber
office (121 Main Street)
where we’ll announce this
month’s target. Bring your
friends, co-workers, family...
the bigger the mob, the better!
Business
After Hours
Bradford Gift Certificates
Bradford Gift Certificates are available year-round for:
• gift giving
• employee recognition
• customer appreciation/contest prizes
• and however else you choose to use them!
Available in increments of $5, $10, $25, and $50.
Call ahead to 814-368-7115 to place your order,
or stop in to the Chamber office at 121 Main Street.
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Start the new year off right
with our first Business After
Hours of 2016 at Bradford
Travel, located at 50 Davis
Street in the Union Square
Plaza, on Thursday, January
21st from 5-7pm. A 56
passenger deluxe Covered
Wagon Motorcoach will be
available to tour, meet the
staff, tour directors, and enjoy
complimentary snacks and
beverages. Make connections,
learn more about what our
host and Chamber have to
offer, and share any
announcements/updates from
your business or organization.
We hope to see you there!
Reminder
Invoices
Many thanks to our members
who have paid their dues for
2016. We will send reminder
invoices soon for those whose
dues we have not received
yet. If you are interested in a
payment plan, or need your
dues recalculated based on
changes in employee count,
contact Tricia 814-368-7115.
We also accept credit card
payments via telephone for
your convenience. Thank you
for your continued support
as a Chamber member!
CHAMBERNEWS
4th Annual
Bradford
Brewfest
We have a new date for this year’s event:
Saturday, March 12th from 6-9pm
at St. Bernard School, 450 West Washington Street.
Advance tickets: $20 At the door: $25
Designated driver tickets: $10
All attendees must be 21 years of age or older and show valid ID at the door.
No admittance without ID.
Brought to you by BACC and Glenwood Beer Distributors.
See inserts for more information!
At right:
Our windows full of
snowmen are some of
the only snow we’ve
seen so far this winter.
We know many aren’t
complaining about the
lack of snow, but it did
make it a challenge to
get in the holiday spirit!
At left:
On the other hand,
Samuel Adams didn’t
seem to have any
trouble - he donned his
Christmas sweater and
joined us in December.
Look for him and other
fun Brewfest items in
the Chamber windows
coming soon. Cheers!
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