June, 2015 - Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce

JUNE
2015
Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce
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June Business of the Month
The Arte of Framing
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
June BOM
1
GRC News
2
Member News
4
GRC Board Member, Lynn Grimes with Owner, Deborah Assad
Join Us...
Lunch & Mini Golf
Tuesday, August 25th
RSVP to:
grcoc1@comcast.net
Greater Rostraver Chamber
516 Circle Drive
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
724-929-3329
Volume 10, Issue 6
The Arte of Framing by Portraits Plus, has been owned and operated by Deborah Assad since
1998 and is located at 1743 Grand Blvd. Suite B, Park Center, Monessen.
The shop showcases over 2000 frame samples and offers all acid free materials and a variety of
glass including UV Glass and museum glass to preserve your memories. Deborah has over 30
years of knowledge in the industry and your project, no matter how large or small will benefit from
her skills and knowledge as a professional designer.
At The Arte of Framing every project is considered a work of art and great attention is paid to
every detail. Deborah appreciates that your memorabilia is very important to you and are
cherished memories. Your items will be handled with great care and all framing is done by
Deborah, on the shop premise. Recent items that have been framed include signed sports
jerseys, signed boxing shorts, Christening gowns and bridal memorabilia. Wedding season and
Graduation are the perfect times to have certificates and photos framed. Limited edition prints or
posters, even antique photos and needle work can be framed. Deborah invites you to bring in any
of your framing ideas. The Arte of Framing is also a dealer for Linda Barnicott's Ltd Edition prints
of Pittsburgh. Linda will return to The Arte of Framing for another signing event this fall.
The Arte of Framing also offers a service of creating canvas memories by using 3 or more photos
that you cherish from a special moment or of a loved one, pets included. For more information
about any of the services offered at The Arte of Framing, visit www.thearteofframing.com, call
724-684-4242 and like the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/arteofframing.
GRC News
Join us for Lunch & Mini Golf
Tuesday, August 25th - 12noon
Bill’s Golfland
Attendees will meet in the restaurant for lunch, followed by the mini golf
tournament for those who can stay for some afternoon networking and fun!
RSVP required by August 24th.
PLEASE NOTE: NO JULY MEETING - SUMMER BREAK
June Breakfast Session
We had a fantastic attendance at our first breakfast
session on Tuesday, June 23rd. After receiving quite a
few suggestions for an early monthly meeting, the GRC
decided to put two breakfast sessions on the 2015
calendar. These morning sessions will accommodate
those members who simply cannot leave their
businesses or work environments to join us for lunch.
Debra Mason, Education & Training Manager at Seton
Hill University’s E-magnify energized the morning group
with a lively presentation on improving customer service
and setting the benchmark in your industry.
Gina C. Lynn, GRC Executive Director, Debra Mason, Education & Training
Manager, Seton Hill University E-magnify, Deborah Puglia, GRC President
Whether you work with the public, have interactions with
clients, or are a consumer of any business, you come in
daily contact with customer service at some level. Good
or bad, customer service is the lifeline of any business.
It is vital to every business to have passion behind what
they do, and to have a positive attitude towards every
customer in order to improve and sustain a favorable
rapport among clientele.
We were fortunate to have Debra present to our group,
and look forward to welcoming her back for a
presentation on Management Skills at our next breakfast
session on Tuesday, Oct. 27th.
E-magnify Mission: To strengthen the economic impact of women business owners
as a collective force and to advance their growth through innovative programming
in entrepreneurship and new venture creation. E-magnify offers counseling,
training and mentoring programs to fit changing business needs.
Seton Hill E-magnify is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the
US Small Business Administration.
Summer Arrives
What changes at your place of business during the summer? Do you have a more casual, relaxed work place? Does
your volume of work increase or does it decrease? Do you offer customers summer specials or unique promotions? Do
you plan for a summer vacation or do you forego vacation because you can’t be away from the daily operations?
A true sign of summer in the Greater Rostraver area is the transformation of the Rt. 201 traffic island from weeds to
beautiful flowers. The traffic island is maintained by generous donations from GRC members and our five island sign
sponsors: Martins Flowers & Shrubs, McKnight Medical, Monongahela Valley Hospital, PNC Bank and Valley
Veterinary Service. Special thanks to Martins Flowers & Shrubs for the weeding, maintenance and planting and to Jim
Fowler, of McShane’s for the weekly mowing. The island beautification is certainly a welcoming sight for daily
computers and visitors to our area and the GRC is proud to continue this annual project.
The GRC will take a summer break from our monthly meeting schedule in July, and will resume in August with our lunch
and mini golf tournament at Bill’s Golfland on Tuesday, August 25th. Planning for our Fall Classic and Ladies Night Out
is in full force during these summer months and information about both events can be found on pages 10 and 11 in this
newsletter.
I will be away from the office during the first weeks of July and Board Member, Lynn Grimes will be keeping an eye on
things for me. She will come in frequently to pick up the mail, check phone messages and keep things running smoothly
in my absence. If you call the office, please be sure to leave a message so that she can return your call and assist you.
I will see you upon my return, GRC! Enjoy these summer days!
Sincerely,
Gina C. Lynn
Executive Director
GRC Welcomes Summer Intern
The GRC is happy to have Samantha Robbins, daughter of board
member, Judi Robbins as our summer intern. Sam is no stranger to
the GRC having volunteered for August Fun Fest, Golf Outing and
Ladies Night Out in the past. Sam has been working on a variety of
projects and has enjoys the occasional trips out of the office to visit
GRC members at their place of business.
Sam is a sophomore at Seton Hill University pursuing degrees in
Spanish and International Business.
Fun Fest Volunteers Needed
August Fun Fest will be held Sunday, August 9th, Cedar Creek Park, from 11am to dusk. Sponsored by Westmoreland
County Parks and Recreation, the GRC is a proud partner of this annual event which features a car cruise, amusement
rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts, refreshment booths, flea market, live entertainment and more!
The GRC operates three refreshment booths at August Fun Fest selling coffee and donuts in the morning and soda and
water all day. Volunteers are needed to operate the booths throughout the day. Volunteers are also needed at the
GRC promotional booth. You can promote your business, product or service, while promoting the GRC by volunteering
time in the promotional booth.
If you can lend a hand for two or more hours on Sunday, August 9th, please call the GRC Office 724-929-3329 or email
grcoc1@comcast.net.
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Off the Wall Arts & Doodle
Save the date for Wednesday, July 22nd and join us
for this premiere, exclusive event at Off the Wall Arts.
www.facebook.com/pages/Off-The-Wall-Arts.
We all love our Paint & Sips, and this event promises
to be just as fun and easy as Casey Clark, owner of
Off the Wall Arts leads us step by step.
Who loves to doodle, draw and color? Adult coloring
books are popping up all over the place these days
and experts state that doodling and coloring are great
stress relievers. We agree, and that is why Casey has
put together this great event for the GRC and our
friends. This is an open event, which means everyone
is invited. The cost is $30 per person and includes canvas, supplies, instruction and light refreshments,
BYOB.
Reserve your seat and get ready to de-stress with us!
Reservations are accepted by phone, 724-929-3329,
Sample Designs by Casey Clark - Off the Wall Arts
email grcoc1@comcast.net, mail check payment to
GRC, 516 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012, or
use the Eventbrite payment service set up at www.eventbrite.com/e/off-the-wall-arts-doodle-tickets-17479871767.
July Events on Broad Avenue
Business owners are “building something special” on Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon and you are invited to join them for
some fun July events. Stop by, meet your local business owners, enjoy entertainment and refreshments, special sales,
promotions and fun!
 Thursday, July 23rd - Stroll the Avenue 4pm to 8pm. Visit local business owners as they open their doors to
meet and greet you. Refreshments, entertainment, special promotions.
 Thursday, Friday, Saturday, July 24th, 25th - St. Sebastian Church Junque Sale. Parish Hall. Visit their
facebook page for more information www.facebook.com/stsebastianchurchbv.
 Saturday, July 25th - Antiques on the Avenue - 8am to 3pm. Rain or shine, antiques, collectibles, food, fun,
neighborhood yard sales. Antique vendor setup—$25 in advance; $35 day of event. Sponsored by Broad Avenue
Antique Shops. Call the individual shops for setup information: Antiques on Broad 724-268-3199; Broad Avenue
Treasures 724-929-7467; Vintage & Vines 724-929-3536; Vintage Jules 724-929-7717.
For more information about Broad Avenue, the businesses and other upcoming events, be sure to LIKE
www.facebook.com/broadavenue15012.
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Education Never Stops at Valley Veterinary Service, Inc.
Dr. Michelle Bartus and Dr. Peter Nelson of Valley
Veterinary Service, Inc. in Belle Vernon, PA are among
a small group of veterinarians who recently completed
a rigorous diagnostic ultrasound program, Executive
Veterinary Program in Small Animal Ultrasound. EVP
in Small Animal Ultrasound is offered through
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s College of
Veterinary Medicine. It is an intensive advanced
program making specialty level training available to
veterinarians in general practice.
Drs. Bartus and Nelson attended eight interactive
learning modules at the University, resulting in 96
hours of specialty continuing education in the field of
Small Animal Ultrasonography. The modules included
lectures and practice sonogram laboratories covering
both normal and diseased processes in each organ
system. The classes were taught by multiple university
Dr. Michelle Bartus and Dr. Peter Nelson graduates from the Executive
Veterinary Radiologists, Cardiologists, and Internists.
Veterinary Program in Small Animal Ultrasound at the College of
Requirements to complete the program included
submission of many case studies highlighting the
Veterinary Medicine – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
various organs, demonstrating the ability to use
ultrasonography in diagnosing a patient’s condition. By passing both a rigorous written and practical exam, the doctors received a
Certificate in Small Animal Ultrasound, placing them among only about 35 veterinarians who have become certified since the
program’s inception in 2010.
EVP in Small Animal Ultrasound is designed for veterinarians with experience who want comprehensive, graduate-level
ultrasonography education. The program focuses on providing the highest possible level of training in diagnostic ultrasound; raising
the qualifications and abilities of practicing veterinarians to provide a higher level of service to their customers.
Mrs. Julianne Smiley of Valley Veterinary Service, Inc. in Belle Vernon, PA is among 17 veterinarians and hospital managers who
recently completed an intensive management program, the Veterinary Practice Management Program (VMPM). VPMP is offered
through Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management’s Executive Education Program and the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Julianne has attended four weekend modules covering human resources management, marketing management, accounting and
financial management, and strategic thinking. Upon completing the program, she received a certificate in veterinary practice
management in addition to 70 hours of graduate-level management education. Julie is a member of the twenty-fourth graduating
class. Over 1,460 participants have attended the program since it began in 1990.
VPMP is designed for veterinarians, practice managers, and veterinary technicians with some management experience who want
practical, graduate-level management education. The program focuses on current management needs and contemporary issues, and
prepares students for future management challenges in a highly competitive service industry.
Manager - Rostraver Branch
NMLS ID #677458
1652 Rostraver Road, P.O. Box 675 Belle Vernon,
PA 15012
T 724 929 2349 F 724 929 2677
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Please remember to support fellow chamber members.
Shop in their shops, dine in their establishments, utilize their services,
attend their events. We are all in this together!
Keep IT Local Greater Rostraver!
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Welcome New Members
Neff’s Vapor Lounge
Charles & Stacy Neff
527 McKean Avenue
Charleroi, PA 15022
Phone: 724-565-5349
www.neffsvaporlounge.com
Create with Colour
Robin Berish
540 Broad Avenue
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
Phone: 724-797-4711 or 724-243-3659
www.paintwithcolour.com
www.facebook.com/createwithcolour
IVM Services, LLC.
Ryan S. Galiotto
Charleroi, PA 15022
Phone: 412-328-7381
www.ivm-us.com
James Protin
Individual Member
New Members are welcome to join the
Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce
at any time throughout the year, from any
area.
Individuals, non-profits, small, regional
and corporate businesses welcome!
Call 724-929-3329 or email
grcoc1@comcast.net for more info.
Submit Member News and Articles to grcoc1@comcast.net for publication in Chamber Connection.
Advertising (Business Card, Full and Half Page) available for upcoming issues;
call to reserve your space today! 724-929-3329
Thank you to those who advertise in the Chamber Connection.
We appreciate your support!
Car Cruise at Bill’s Golfland
Sunday, July 5 - 3pm to 8pm
This is the second cruise of the summer.
Music, food and ice cream specials.
Dash plaques given to the first 50 entries. No judging.
Classics, Rods, Antiques & Bikes Welcome!
724-379-7399
www.billsgolfland.com
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GRC Fall Classic Golf Outing
The 2015 Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce Fall Classic Golf Outing will be held Friday, October 9th,
Cedarbrook Golf Course, Gold. The event will begin at 9am with registration and continental breakfast. A 10:00am
start, lunch at the turn, beverages on the course, buffet dinner, skill prizes, raffle and door prizes, great hole-in-one
prizes, mini massages, networking and more are included.
The proceeds from the golf outing fund the GRC Scholarship Program which benefits students in our service
area attending California University of Pennsylvania, Douglas Education Center and Westmoreland County
Community College. This year, we are proud to announce the addition of the Andrew Solan Memorial
Scholarship which will be awarded to a Belle Vernon Area High School student, planning to further their
education as a business major.
We are asking for your support through sponsorships, golf participants, and prizes. The following sponsorship levels
are available:
Key Sponsors - $1,000.00 - Key Sponsorship includes four golfers
Premium Sponsors - $500.00
Refreshment Sponsor - $300.00
Standard Sponsors (2 levels): $200.00 and $100.00
In addition to sponsors and golfers, we are seeking donations of raffle prizes (value $50+), door prizes (value $20+),
and new golf balls to be used as giveaways at the event. Sponsorships and donations will be recognized before, during
and after the event in all GRC publications. Sponsorship and golf registration forms were mailed to all current GRC
members. Forms can also be downloaded at http://greaterrostraverchamber.org/golf-outing.htm or email or email
grcoc1@comcast.net.
Event volunteers are also needed. If you can help out for the entire day or part of the day, let us know!
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