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April Business After Hours |
Date: April 11, 2012
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location: The History Center, 401 E. State Street, Ithaca, NY
April Business After Hours will be hosted at The History Center in Tompkins County. The History Center in Tompkins County helps people use the tools of history to understand the past, gain perspective on the present, and play an informed role in shaping the future. 
The event will be sponsored by Coughlin & Gerhart, L.L.P. Coughlin & Gerhart, L.L.P. is a multi-service law firm consisting of more than 40 active lawyers and a professional support staff.
Register online now.
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April Networking at Noon |
Date: April 19, 2012
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Fee: $21 per person
Location: 112 North Aurora Street, Ithaca, NY
April's Networking at Noon will be hosted by Mahogany Grill. The luncheon will take place at Mahogany Grill, 112 North Aurora Street Ithaca, NY
Networking@Noon offers attendees a chance to meet other Chamber members in a small group setting while enjoying a great lunch. In addition to informal networking, attendees can also deliver a 30 second "pitch" to let others know about your and what your organization does.
This event is only open to current members of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce.
Registration is now open. Click here to register.
All 2012 Networking at Noon programs are generously sponsored by
The Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca.
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Small Biz, Think BigSeries
Session 3 - Technology |
Small Biz, Think Big Series
Session 3 - Technology
Sponsored by Tompkins Trust Company and TC3.biz
You have: passwords, network security codes, client credit card information. They have: hackers, viruses, cookies, trojans. How do you keep your business network and data safe?
It's the age of invisible information, swirling all around us as we move through our day. When that winged information is sensitive and critical to your business, you need to be sure you're the only one who's snatching it out of the air. Most small businesses have one or more of the following elements: wireless networks, PDA's used by owners or managers, laptops with proprietary information and servers which contain sensitive, even sacred client information. Much of this technology is emerging and evolving quickly. This seminar will give you an immediately usable kit of security tools and methods to protect your data and your business. Simple steps taken now can avoid costly, even mortal damage to your business operations.
Presenter: Alan McCarty, Assistant VP, Learning Technology
Alan joined the eCornell Management Team in 2008 as Assistant Vice President, Learning Technology. His responsibilities include the oversight of daily technology operations, application development, and overall learning technology strategy. His membership on the Management Team allows eCornell to turn ideas into reality through the use of rapid-prototyping and accelerated system design. After initially joining eCornell in 2001, Alan left to work for Sungard Availability Services, but returned in 2006 to lead eCornell's technology initiatives. Prior to joining eCornell, he held positions in system and network administration, network design and project management at various institutions of higher education.
Date: Friday, April 27, 2012
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $30 Chamber member/$50 non-member
Location: Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce Conference Room
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Tompkins Terrific Trade Show 2012 |
Tompkins Terrific Trade Show 2012: Connecting businesses with the community.
Every chance a business has to connect with the public and other businesses allows for its services and products to be experienced. This year The Shops at Ithaca Mall is our generous host for this community event.
Rates
· Non-Profit rates: before May 1st 2012 - $175; After May 1st : $200
· For-Profit rates: before May 1st 2012 - $275; After May 1st 2012: $300
Display
· Fits 6 ft. X 30 in. table*
· Tables and tablecloths provided
· Wireless internet and electricity are available on a limited basis
Donations
· Donate items for business card drawing
· Bring item(s) to event and leave item(s) at the Chamber's Booth
· Please provide a card describing the item(s) to the chamber staff If planning on using item(s) in your display
· The winner will retrieve the prize at your table at the conclusion of the drawings
*You are encouraged to visit The Shops of Ithaca Mall to look at the Booth map and area where the booths will be located, in the center promenade.
Click here for a diagram of the Booth layout.
Register online.
 
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Ribbon Cuttings/New Member Profiles! |
The Chamber Welcomes Rick's Rental World! 
Rick's Rental World was established in 1976 by Bernie and Ellie Rick, offering a wide variety of rental equipment here in Ithaca, NY. To this day, there are three generations of the Rick family running the business, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining their philosophy "Where Quality, Selection and Courtesy Are A Way of Life". Serving Contractors, Industry and Individuals, Rick's Rental World offers party and banquet supplies, contractor's equipment and tools for the home and yard.
Rick's Rental World, being locally owned and operated, takes the interaction with their customers very seriously. We are always listening for new items to offer and other ways to improve our service. We recently invested in an entirely new tent line for weddings and corporate events and the response has been excellent! This new line of tents has introduced us to a whole new clientele and we are enjoying it. In addition to this one example from our party line, we are constantly trying to update and improve the large variety of equipment that we offer for rental. It is a constant challenge, but an enjoyable one!
As with many of you, we thoroughly enjoy this area of New York and have chosen to stay here and raise our families. We work hard to fulfill our philosophy as stated above. We look forward to the opportunity to at least meet you and to possibly take care of any rental needs that you may have. Please stop in or visit our website at ricksrentalworld.com.
Rick's Rental World
800 Cascadilla St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 277-0111 | Fax: (607) 272-4302
www.ricksrentalworld.com
 Ithaca Coffee Company Tavern Holds Ribbon Cutting
Ithaca Coffee Company has opened a new Tavern at its Triphammer Marketplace location. The tavern serves 12 craft beers on tap, wine by the glass, cheese platters, popcorn, sandwiches, and snacks.
Owner Julie Crowley says, "We've had the Tavern at Gateway for a few years, and we knew there was a market for a Tavern at Triphammer - and customers are excited about the new space. They come back to our beer section, and are surprised to see the Tavern. Our Friday Happy Hour has been very popular, after the wine tasting at Triphammer Wines & Spirits. It's also a nice space to sit and enjoy your morning coffee."
The Ithaca Coffee Company stands for Big City Feel with Small Town Friendly Service and offers a great place to sit for a pint of craft beer, a glass of wine, coffee or artisan cheese with a snack. "We feel this new tavern will turn into a favorite destination for the neighborhood and Lansing. We have no doubt it will draw more people to the Triphammer Marketplace and offer a new experience to our customers," Julie added.
The Tavern offers weekly beer tastings Wednesdays at 5-7 pm and a Happy Hour on Fridays 5-8 pm, in addition to unique events and tastings. "Having a meeting place where everyone can find their favorite drink, from coffee to wine and a favorite snack is a great addition to the Marketplace and the area."
Ithaca Coffee Company
Triphammer Marketplace
2255 N. Triphammer Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 257-2669 | Fax: (607) 257-0967
www.ithacacoffee.com
INSTANT REPLAY SPORTS RELOCATES and EXPANDS!
After nearly six years in our Third Street location, Instant Replay Sports has moved to a new, bigger, expanded location in the Triphammer Marketplace! We are located on the Triphammer Rd. side of the Triphammer Marketplace next to the Ithaca Coffee Company and the Ithaca Bakery.
Our new location is about two and a half times bigger than our previous location and is allowing us to continue to carry all of the pre-owned options you have been accustomed to, and we are expanding the selection of our new options in many of the sports/activities you love, such as golf, tennis, baseball, lacrosse, and hockey. We are also adding a skate sharpener soon to allow us to provide that service directly to you. With two store locations in Ithaca, and our growing on-line sales division, we are now able to take advantage of bigger deals on closeouts and last year's products at significant savings over what you may find in the national sporting goods stores.
If you are looking for great savings on pre-owned sports equipment and clothing or great deals on new gear you will find it in our new location. You will also find the same quality customer service you have been accustomed to. We are locally owned and operated and we can react to the specific needs of our local athletes and sports enthusiasts.
Come and check us out! You will not be disappointed!
Store Hours: Monday-Friday 10-8, Saturday 9-6, Sunday 11-5
Instant Replay Sports
Triphammer Marketplace
2255 N. Triphammer Rd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone: 607-277-7366
Email: ithacainstantreplaysports@yahoo.com
Website: www.instantreplaysports.info
 The Chamber Welcomes Oldies 101.5 - A "One-of-a-Kind" Radio Station
In June 1991 WXHC-FM 101.5 in Homer/Cortland went on the air. The station was started by John and Bruce Eves who both grew up in Cortland. John had spent many years as a TV/radio sportscaster in Colorado and Syracuse after graduating from Ithaca College.
Over the 20 plus years that WXHC has been on the air the format has changed three times, first starting out as "Hometown Radio", then "MIX 101.5" and since 2002, Oldies 101.5 - "Cortland County's Radio Station".
"One of a kind" would be the best way to describe them having really no set play list, playing thousands of different songs from the 60's, 70' and 80's.Involvement in the local community is their major focus, whether it's the Dairy parade, Bluegrass on the Green, Relay for Life and numerous fundraisers. They also broadcast numerous local sporting events from High school football (Cortland, Homer, Dryden, Tully, Groton) to SUNY Cortland Football. They also have Syracuse University football and basketball and now the New York Jets. They really provide a full service in a small community.
Another major focus of the station is LOCAL NEWS. News director Eric Mulvihill has been with the station for over ten years covering literally everything. Their local lineup of area DJ's includes Bobby Comstock Jr. in the mornings, Karen Lewis afternoons, and Mike Eves "Mike at Night" John's son. The station is a family affair with John's wife of 25 years Patty, the office manager.
The station also provides specialty-programming including JukeBox Saturday Night with Bobby Comstock Jr., Meet Cortland County and The Community Bulletin Board.
Finally WXHC continues to expand their digital presence as they stream their radio signal at WXHC.com and with their smartphone app. They have also just redesigned their website adding many new features such as "On-Demand". WXHC is truly LOCAL Radio!
Oldies 101.5
12 S. Main St., #304
PO Box 386
Homer, NY 13077
(607) 749-9942
Fax: 607-749-2374
www.wxhc.com
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New Life Presbyterian Church: New Location |
The first worship service of New Life Presbyterian Church was held in 1988 in the Women's Community Building (WCB) at the corner of Cayuga and Seneca Streets in downtown Ithaca. After nearly 25 years of holding weekly services at the WCB, New Life Presbyterian Church is moving to a new location for Sunday services since the WCB will be replaced by an apartment building developed by the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services.
Beginning Sunday, April 15, 2012, New Life Presbyterian Church (NLPC) will hold worship services and educational classes every Sunday at 9:30AM at the Cinemapolis Theater, 120 E. Green Street. This central location will continue to make NLPC easy to reach for both Cornell and Ithaca College students as well as allow us to be a vibrant presence in downtown Ithaca. NLPC is grateful for the friendship that has been forged with Lynne Cohen and Rich Szanyl, founders and executive directors of Cinemapolis. "It is a win-win situation for both of us," Lynne Cohen says. "The cinema was previously empty on Sunday mornings. We are able to provide a warm and welcoming environment for New Life church and the cinema will benefit from the revenue the church provides."
Rev. Steve Froehlich, NLPC pastor since 1998, says NLPC is committed to being part of the downtown community and serving our city. The church's vision statement puts it this way: "God's grace gives us a love for our city and a longing to promote its flourishing in every way." That commitment is expressed in NLPC's long-time membership in the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce, support of the Community Faith Partners, the Ithaca Pregnancy Center, and participation in the Healing Ithaca initiative to promote racial reconciliation, among others.
Intellectual and artistic enrichment is important to the mission of NLPC as well. "Caring for the whole person and being good stewards of the world are at the core of historic biblical Christianity," says Rev. Froehlich. "Loving God in a relationship with Jesus Christ re-shapes learning and living, work and worship -- every part of who we are and how we live our lives." In 2000, NLPC helped launch the Chesterton House Center for Christian Studies at Cornell. Chesterton House helps faculty and students think critically about life, learning, and culture in light of the Christian faith; it is now one of the most significant Christian study centers in the US. Over the past dozen years, NLPC has hosted several outstanding concert and theatre events.
The office of New Life Presbyterian Church is located at 408 N. Tioga Street in Ithaca. More information can be found at www.newlifepc.net or on Facebook - New Life Presbyterian Church, Ithaca, NY. New Life Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America.
New Life church welcomes our community to join us for worship at 9:30am on Sunday mornings at Cinemapolis, beginning April 15, 2012. We plan to celebrate our new location on May 6, with a reception immediately following the worship service. |
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NEW MEMBERS |
Toshiba Business Solutions
Brian Fiorello
7037 Fly Road
East Syracuse, NY 13057
(607) 351-1543
www.copiers.toshiba.com/tbs
Business Machines - Copiers, Fax, Printers
Business Services
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HPM Tech Services
John O'Leary
414 East Upland Rd., Suite C
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 319-4776
www.hpmtechservices.com
Computer Support
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Triphammer Marketplace
Richard Thaler
269 Asbury Rd
Lansing, NY 14882
(607) 272-2314
Fax:(607) 272-8466
www.triphammermarketplace.com
Property Management
Real Estate Developers & Investors
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Energy Tec
Blair MacLeod
405 Campbell Ave.
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 330-1334
www.ithacaenergytec.com
Insulation
Energy Consultant - Efficiency and Savings
Heating & Air Conditioning Contractor
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Balance Aromatherapy
Kash Iraggi
967 Taughannock Blvd.
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 339-1575
www.balancearomatherapy.biz
Skin Care
Health and Wellness
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Healthcare Strategy and Solutions, LLC
Martin Stallone
22 Reach Run
Ithaca, NY 14850
(215) 815-3618
www.healthcare-strategy-solutions.org
Professional
Health and Wellness
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Wallin Insurance Agency
Peter Wallin
1364 College Ave
Elmira, NY 14901
(877)310-7276
Insurance
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A Wild Sign Company
Sharon Wild
3360 Day Hollow Rd
Owego, NY 13827
(607) 748-3986
Fax:(607) 748-3986
www.awildsignco.com
Signs & Displays
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Tompkins Chamber Awarded $30,000 Grant |
The Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce has been awarded a grant from the Community Service Society of New York (CSS) through its outreach program, called Community Health Advocates (CHA), to help serve the small business community through a new Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP). The Tompkins Chamber is one of thirteen organizations that will form a statewide network to provide outreach and assistance to small businesses in their communities regarding access to health care and health insurance. Community Health Advocates (CHA) operates a similar program throughout New York State that helps individual consumers find and use health coverage and care.
Jean McPheeters, president of the Tompkins Chamber, says "This grant will allow us to reach more small businesses across Tompkins County with accurate and timely information about health insurance and access to health care. It's a great honor to be a part of this system and to help form the SBAP." Several of the other awardees in the region are the Greater Syracuse Chamber Foundation, the Chautauqua Chamber Development Corporation, and the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce.
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CARS announces important training initiative |
When it comes to alcohol and other drug use we are currently at the same point we were at with cancer care in the 1960's. There are good systems and proven interventions to treat the "stage 4" drinker/substance user (estimated to be about 9% of the adult population) but that means we are often late and trying to treat a very ill person and a deeply injured family and community.
There is an intervention that can help us effectively address the "stage 1" drinker/substance user (estimated to be 21% of the adult population). There is a skill set ANYONE can learn and effectively use to find early substance abusers before things escalate and begin to destroy lives and families.
SBIRT(Screening, Brief Intervention & Referral to Treatment) is a well researched, tested, and proven model for identifying and helping "the 21%" that often remain hidden.
CARS is offering a series of FREE four hour SBIRT training programs to establish an SBIRT network in local medical practices, schools, churches, community centers etc. Most of "the 21%" NEVER need treatment in the usual sense but a brief informational intervention that stems the tide of escalating use and its inherent risks.
To supplement the four hour training ongoing coaching and consultation will be available for up to 90 days. CARS' desire is to create an SBIRT network so we invite you to join us through this FREE training program. Call CARS at 607-273-5500.
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NYSERDA New Construction Program |
The NYSERDA New Construction Program and the new online tool for better aligning State resources with regional economic development priorities.
Through capital incentives and technical assistance, the NYSERDA New Construction Program helps design teams and building owners to incorporate energy-efficiency measures into the design, construction, and operation of new and substantially renovated buildings. For additional background information, visit the NYSERDA website at http://nyserda.ny.gov/Page-Sections/Commercial-and-Industrial/Programs/New-Construction-Program.aspx.
As part of the reorganizing effort in New York State, all NYSERDA New Construction Program applications, as well as funding for a wide range of other development projects, are now routed through the New York Regional Economic Development Councils (http://nyworks.ny.gov). Check out this site, which will help you understand the state's new focus on regions for economic development.
The Chamber has more information about these programs, so just call the Chamber at 273-7080 for details and contacts.
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New Small Business Initiative Announced by Governor Cuomo |
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced a statewide initiative designed to help small business owners start and grow their businesses in the state. The team will consist of employees from at least six New York State agencies including the departments of State, Labor, Taxation and Finance as well as Empire State Development, State Liquor Authority, and the Workers Compensation Board. Meetings will be held in every region of the state to talk about the state's rules and programs intended to help small businesses.
"This program is all about creating jobs because when small businesses do well, New York does well," said Governor Cuomo. "It is so important for us to get out of the office and go into communities to see how we can help anyone who wants to start, grow or improve a business and that's what this program will do."
The meetings closest to Tompkins County are:
Syracuse-May 17 (6:30 PM)
Onondaga Community College
4585 West Seneca Turnpike
Syracuse, NY
Binghamton- May 18 (8:30 AM)
Broome County Community College
907 Upper Front Street
Binghamton, NY
Information on the workshops can be found at www.NYOpenforSmallBusiness.com . Business owners and organizations interested in learning more about or getting involved in the Small Business Outreach Initiative should contact smallbusinessinfo@exec.ny.gov.
If you're interested in attending, please call the Chamber at 273-7080. Perhaps we can arrange carpools.
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Brazil - 9 days in Rio & Sao Paulo! September 26 - October 4, 2012 |
Brazil - 9 days in Rio & Sao Paulo!
Date: September 26 - October 4, 2012
You're invited to join the Tompkins Chamber and our partner, Indus Travel, on another fabulous tour, this time to Brazil for 9 days of relaxation and excitement in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. The trip includes round trip international airfare, domestic flights and airport transfers; 4 nights in Rio de Janeiro and 3 nights Sao Paulo in luxury hotel accommodations with daily breakfast, all sightseeing in air-conditioned deluxe coach, English-speaking tour guides, entrance fees to attractions, and all applicable taxes. An optional 2-day extension to spectacular Iguassu Falls includes return flight from Sao Paulo and 1 night hotel with sightseeing. We also offer an optional shuttle bus to-and-from the airport (JFK) originating in Ithaca.
Learn more at one of our helpful public information sessions from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce:
Session I, Wednesday, April 4 - Register to attend
Session II, Monday, April 30 - Register to attend
Visit www.tompkinschamber.org for more information and to register for the trip and/or one of the Information Sessions, or call Patti Witten, 607-273-7080. |
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In Memoriam |
The Tompkins Chamber announces with regret the deaths of two past Chamber board members. Please join in mourning these men and celebrating their many contributions to the Chamber and the business community:
John Russell, Treasurer for many years in the 1980s and 1990s
Girard Oberrender, Jr., Board President, 1989.
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