Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

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Mon, 12 Apr 2021 16:28:57 GMT

Beth-lum go Bragh 1/29/2021 8:00 AM - 3/21/2021 6:00 PM

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 08:32:16 GMT

In partnership with Celtic Cultural Alliance we’re painting the Downtown GREEN in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! Join us for Celtic-inspired music, entertainment, food, cocktail to-go trails, Irish Elves, with a scavenger hunt to complete the lineup for this festive event! Get your green on and Get Downtown!

BETH-LUM GO BRAGH, COCKTAIL TO-GO TRAIL - 4 trails with various registration times available! Adults 21 years of age and older will pick up St. Patrick’s Day inspired cocktails from various restaurants and merchants. Passport holders will follow the trail on their passport throughout the Historic District, and collect samples for their carriers! After guests collect all their cocktails, they’ll later sample and vote for their favorite for a chance to win the Pot o' Gold!

CLEVER CLOVER SCAVENGER HUNT - Participants are invited to stroll throughout the downtown Historic District, from March 13th through March 21st, searching for various items on their Clever Clover Card. To win, participants must snap pics when they find an item from each group, and upload each item here on our webpage. Winner with the most luck and most uploads, will be rewarded! The lucky participant to upload pictures of the items found, will be in the running to win a prize fit for a leprechaun!

THE IRISH ELVES are back and they’re getting in more trouble than ever before! Read the list of limericks for clues on where to find them! Once found, participants will snap a selfie and upload to our Heart of Bethlehem Facebook or Instagram pages, using the hashtag #IrishElvesinBethlehem. One Lucky winner will be chosen to receive a $100 Downtown Bethlehem Gift Certificate!

For tickets and more information please visit our website: https://getdowntownbethlehem.com/bethlum-go-bragh/

2021 Historic Bethlehem Winter Restaurant Week 1/31/2021 8:00 AM - 2/6/2021 12:00 Midnight

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 09:47:20 GMT

The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA) presents the most delicious weeks of the year – Historic Bethlehem Winter Restaurant Week!

From January 31st to February 6th, participating Downtown Bethlehem Restaurants will offer fixed menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. New this year, some of our restaurants will be offering a CURBSIDE menu as well!

No passes, tickets or coupons are required. Instead, diners may simply visit their favorite participating restaurants throughout the week to enjoy the special priced breakfast, lunch or dinner menus. It is strongly recommended that diners make reservations in advance. Diners should contact restaurants directly to make reservations.

Taking the Next Step: Protecting our Community with the COVID-19 Vaccine (Affiliated Chambers & LVHN) 2/3/2021 11:30 AM - 2/3/2021 12:30 PM

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 14:14:46 GMT

Join the discussion as the Affiliated Chambers of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber and Lehigh Valley Health Network present "Taking the Next Step: Protecting our Community with the COVID-19 Vaccine."

Interested in being a part of today's webinar? Use the Zoom information below to view the program starting at 11:30 AM.
Webinar Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86177245099?pwd=ZFFIUWQ0UDhlcEllS1V5eG9ObWhLdz09
Webinar ID: 861 7724 5099
Passcode: 075237

We will be joined by four speakers from Lehigh Valley Health Network: Timothy Friel, MD, FIDSA (Chair, Department of Medicine, LVHN), Joseph L. Yozviak, DO, FACP, AAHIVS (Chief Medical Officer, Valley Health Partners Center), Jennifer Stephens, DO, MBA, FACP (Chief Medical Officer, Lehigh Valley Physicians Group) and Scott Appnel (Manager, Business Development, HealthWorks-Occupational Medicine) who will give an in-depth look at the current state of COVID-19 in our community, the vaccine science, clinical trial process and safety, as well as the vaccine rollout with consideration to local businesses.

Come to listen and come with questions - a Q&A portion will be designated after the presentation!

Master Your Membership - A Virtual Member Benefits Orientation! (837912) 2/4/2021 4:00 PM - 2/4/2021 5:00 PM

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 12:56:15 GMT

This membership webinar will give you an inside look on Chamber member benefits, exclusive programs, and opportunities for you and your employees!

Join us for this one hour program! Ideal for all busineses and their employees, as well as anyone considering joining The Chamber.

Come learn what we're all about!

2021 Historic Downtown Bethlehem Retail Week 2/6/2021 9:00 AM - 2/13/2021 9:00 PM

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:17:52 GMT

It's RETAIL WEEK! Join us from February 6th through February 13th for a week of retail therapy! The participating merchants listed below, will be offering exclusive discounts all week long. Those who shop during the week can enter to win some pretty amazing prizes, and one lucky shopper will win a gift certificate from every participating merchant! This is a week of shopping you won't want to miss!

Participatinng Merchants:

AM Luxe Aardvark Sports Shop

Designer Consigner

Domaci

Doneagal Square

Franklin Hill Vineyards

Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop

Seasons Olive Oil and Vinegar Taproom

The Shoppe at Hotel Bethlehem

#PostYourPurchase

Be sure to post your purchase for a chance to win a $50 Downtown Bethlehem Gift Certificate! Anytime you go shopping from February 6th through February 13th, snap a pic of your purchase and upload to social media. Don’t forget to use: #PostYourPurchase and tag where your made your purchase for a chance to win!

Grand Prize

Anytime you make a purchase throughout the week, upload your receipt using the form below. You will get one entry per receipt that you upload. Your purchase must be made from February 6th through February 13th. The more you shop – the more entries you’ll have. One winner will be chosen at random to win a gift card from ALL participating merchants!

2021 Historic Bethlehem Chocolate Trail Week 1 2/6/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/6/2021 5:00 PM

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:49:27 GMT

How sweet is this? Not just one day of sweetness but how about two?! On Saturday, February 6th AND Saturday, February 13th, visit Historic Downtown Bethlehem for a “choco”-lot of fun during our annual Chocolate Trail! For $30, your passport is your ticket to be carried away into chocolate bliss by our participating merchants.

Tickets will go on sale HERE, on Monday, January 11th. There will be two trails this year. Limited amount of tickets will be available per each registration time, to allow for proper social distancing.

Masks must be worn during our trail. All social distancing measures will be in place for this event.

Participanting Merchants & Restaurants:

Bethlehem Brew Works
Chocolate Lab
Christmas City Spirits
Clusters Handcrafted Popcorn
Corked 2.0 (Feb. 13th only)
Crave (Feb. 6th only)
Edge Restaurant
Franklin Hill Vineyards
Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop
Hand Cut Crystal/Bethlehem Christmas Shoppe
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites
Hotel Bethlehem (Feb. 13th only)
Hotel Bethlehem Ice Cream Parlor (Feb. 6th only)
McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar
Moravian Book Shop
Musselman Jewelers
Ph Secrets
Seasons Olive Oil and Vinegar Taproom
The Gem Shop
The Melting Pot Bethlehem (Feb. 6th only)
Twisted Olive

NEW DATE - Yianni's Taverna Grand Reopening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 2/9/2021 5:30 PM - 2/9/2021 7:30 PM

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 12:08:33 GMT

Join us as we welcome Yianni’s Taverna back to the community! The ribbon cutting will take place at 5:45 PM. Light refreshments will be available for guests for dine-in and takeout.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending a Chamber event or meeting, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce including partnerships; the event venue; or other parties such as caterer or production company; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

Discussion of the National Independent Venues Association and "Shuttered Venue Operators" Grant Presented By the Nonprofit and Business Partners Council 2/10/2021 11:00 AM - 2/10/2021 12:00 Noon

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 15:51:34 GMT

Moderator: Curt Mosel, COO - ArtsQuest

Speakers:

Adam Valen - Drusky Entertainment
Kerri Park - World Cafe Live
Brett Smith - SBA of the Lehigh Valley

Virtual Happy Hour with Representatives Mackenzie and Flood - Presented By the Business Council and Public Policy Committee 2/11/2021 5:30 PM - 2/11/2021 6:30 PM

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 08:25:41 GMT

New Manager Academy 2/12/2021 9:00 AM - 2/12/2021 12:00 Noon

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 09:27:26 GMT

New Manager Academy is presented by The Treer Group. This training is bi-weekly, on Friday's beginning Friday February 12, 2021. Once registered, you will receive all your course materials by mail.

"PPP & Me" Webinar Mini-Series Part 2 - "Filing Your 2020 Taxes with Consideration to PPP & Grant Programs" (Affiliated Chambers & Public Policy) 2/12/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/12/2021 1:00 PM

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 20:12:07 GMT

Join the Affiliated Chambers and Public Policy Committee of the Greater Lehigh Valley as we dive into the three-part Webinar Mini Series, "PPP & Me." Each webinar will explore different aspects of the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), featuring local banking experts, accountants and lawyers who will provide insight on a secure financial future for your business.

Part II: "Filing Your 2020 Taxes with Consideration to PPP & Grant Programs"
Featuring local accounting expert Jeff Berdahl from RLB Certified Public Accountants

2020 Taxes may look a little different to both business owners and individuals alike; with countless loan and grant programs available due to the COVID-19 crisis, learn the need-to-know information on how to prepare and file your 2020 tax return!

Zoom Information for today's event can be found below:

Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86098945903?pwd=L29QZXRIR3Z1dmpLcllpYXhZZnBJQT09
Passcode: 194752

2021 Historic Bethlehem Chocolate Trail Week 2 2/13/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/13/2021 5:00 PM

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:50:29 GMT

Masks must be worn during our trail. All social distancing measures will be in place for this event.

Participanting Merchants & Restaurants:

Managing Your Most Valuable Resource - Your Employees! Part 1 Presented by the Business Council 2/16/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/16/2021 1:00 PM

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:38:26 GMT

Critical HR concerns and legal issues companies face in dealing with employees in 2021.

Whether it is trying to stay compliant with continually changing legal requirements or trying to be consistent with your employees, this session will provide helpful input into things to be concerned about in protecting your company, while taking care of your employees.

Featured Speaker: Rebecca Warren, Norris McLaughlin

Join our webinar!

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84391373533?pwd=ZDNvaStyMkpkaG00NDFkSnFUU2crUT09

Webinar ID: 843 9137 3533
Passcode: 387525

Maple Street Woodworking Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber 2/16/2021 5:30 PM - 2/16/2021 7:00 PM

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 18:26:04 GMT

Walk-ins are welcome tonight, we hope that you can join us! If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Bertucci at LaurenB@lehighvalleychamber.org or 610-349-1532.

Learn more about Maple Street Woodworking at https://www.maplestreetwoodworking.com/,

EMSP VIRTUAL February Small Business Roundtable 2/18/2021 5:30 PM - 2/18/2021 7:00 PM

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:08:00 GMT

*Location and time are subject to change.

Each month EMSP gets together for an informal, friendly roundtable discussion with a different speaker and topic of discussion. The event is free to attend, lowkey, and open to anyone. Thank you to our sponsor Vinyl Press Signs and Graphics! Masks must be worn at the event unless you're actively eating or drinking.

Local Strategic Tax & Business Advisor Minal Babaria, CPA , CTC (Certified Tax Coach), who is passionate about helping Businesses with Tax & Financial Guidance will join us to talk about How to Financially Survive COVID 19 with Relief Fundings.

***This meeting will be virtual.

Jessica O’Donnell is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: EMSP Feb Small Business Roundtable

Time: Feb 18, 2021 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87064926911?pwd=VWt6RnlYWUI0Q1h5TllXMzdIMURYdz09

Meeting ID: 870 6492 6911

Passcode: 254387

Dial by your location

+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)

Meeting ID: 870 6492 6911

Passcode: 254387

2021 Greater Northern Lehigh Winter Restaurant Week 2/21/2021 - 2/27/2021

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 08:39:04 GMT

Save the date! The 3rd Annual Greater Northern Lehigh Restaurant Week is on the calendar.

Support our local businesses from February 21-27 throughout the Northern Lehigh Valley! With take-out and dine-in options, there's something for everyone! Enjoy delicious deals from your favorite (and "soon-to-be-favorite") restaurants!

For more information & menus, visit https://www.lehighvalleychamber.org/greaternorthernlehighrestaurantweek

Deca Salon Talk presented by the Women's Business Council 2/22/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/22/2021 1:00 PM

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:42:21 GMT

Join the WBC at our February event as we hear from two female entrepreneurs who opened the business of their dreams during the pandemic. Courtney and Annie talked about opening their own salon for 10 years and finally took the first steps towards making it happen during the fall of 2019. Little did they know that the pandemic was around the corner. Despite COVID challenges and life altering changes in their personal lives, they forged ahead and turned their dream into reality to become the co-owners of Salon Deca in Emmaus. Hear their story, get inspired, and connect with other women in business by registering for this FREE lunchtime virtual event.

*Zoom link is in your confirmation email*

Lehigh Valley Economic Outlook, A Virtual Production 2/23/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/23/2021 1:00 PM

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 10:02:55 GMT

The Chamber and Wells Fargo present The Lehigh Valley Economic Outlook & Community Development Awards, A Virtual Production on Tuesday, February 23. Join us for a one-hour, super tight, information packed show you do not want to miss! The program starts promptly at 12:00 p.m. and goes until 1:00 p.m.

The 2021 Outlook will be another super information rich experience! We are excited that this year, anyone and everyone can view the event for free thanks to our sponsors! This experience will celebrate some amazing heroes, reflect on where we are as a region, and spotlight impactful leaders!

Although we will not be together in person, this is a great opportunity to pull your team together for a properly distanced watch party at your office or other location. Take this opportunity to connect with team members and order lunch from a local caterer or restaurant!

The Program Includes:

· Wells Fargo Global Economist Dr. Jay Bryson Relevant Economic Data, Insights and Financial Outlook!
· Workforce Board Lehigh Valley Executive Director Nancy Dischinat – Jobs in 2021 and Beyond!
· Lehigh Valley Health Network President and CEO Brian Nester - Healthcare and the Economy!
· Concannon Miller Shareholder Andrew Desiderio - Tax Insights for 2021!
· The Morning Call Annual Business News Review!
· PLUS The Lehigh Valley Community Partner Award: Presented to a successful and esteemed business/individual that is well-known to operate with integrity and ls a premier supporter of the Chamber, its communities, its mission, and its goals. The Chamber’s 2021 Community Partner recognition is awarded to The Chamber 2021 COVID Relief Fund Donors: Capital Blue Cross, Dellicker Strategies, Boyle Construction Management, Embassy Bank and Fromm Electric.

Audience: More than 700 Lehigh Valley business leaders and executives.

Premier Sponsor: Wells Fargo

Presenting Sponsors: Capital BlueCross, Workforce Board Lehigh Valley, The Morning Call

Virtual Small Business & Community Roundtable: Managers' Updates presented by the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber 2/23/2021 5:30 PM - 2/23/2021 6:30 PM

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:14:29 GMT

Use the Zoom information below to tune in to tonight's event!

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86989420286?pwd=cFUvamNiQWtOK0NLcFZDSkNhZmwydz09

Meeting ID: 869 8942 0286

Passcode: Roundtable

Sip 'n Scattergories - Virtual Happy Hour & Game Night hosted by the Affiliated Chambers 2/24/2021 5:30 PM - 2/24/2021 7:00 PM

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:26:48 GMT

Join the Affiliated Chambers for a night of fun at our first Virtual Happy Hour & Game Night of 2021!

BYOB (Bring-Your-Own-Beverage) and tune in to enjoy a bit of virtual networking via Zoom, followed by games with your fellow Chamber Members from local communities!

5:30 PM Networking
6:00-7:00 PM Scattergories with the team!

Zoom information is available today for tonight's event.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81843263790?pwd=Yk56SFlhdTQwTHgrSEhPTnRjNjlKQT09

Meeting ID: 818 4326 3790

Passcode: ChamberFun

Thank you to our Scattergories Card Sponsor!

Virtual Winter Event Presented By the Nonprofit & Business Partners Council 2/24/2021 11:00 AM - 2/24/2021 12:00 Noon

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 09:49:02 GMT

Phillipsburg Chamber Virtual State of the Town 2/25/2021 12:00 Noon - 2/25/2021 1:00 PM

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:27:05 GMT

Join the Phillipsburg Chamber and The Town of Phillipsburg on Thursday, February 25th at 12:00PM for a State of the Town with Mayor Todd Tersigni! This will be a virtual event on YouTube Premiere, which will be streamed live promptly at 12:00pm. Tune in to hear updates on town, as well as a health update from Scott Wolfe from St Luke's Warren Campus!

Black Excellence: Lifting our voices in solidarity 2/25/2021 5:00 PM - 2/25/2021 6:00 PM

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 13:35:32 GMT

*ALL EVENT INFORMATION WILL BE IN YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL*

"PPP & Me" Webinar Mini-Series Part 3 - "Protecting your Financial Future" (Affiliated Chambers & Public Policy) 2/26/2021 9:00 AM - 2/26/2021 10:00 AM

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 13:01:24 GMT

Part III: "Protecting Your Financial Future"
Featuring Local Attorneys - Graham Simmons and Rebecca Warren - from Norris McLaughlin, PA
Listen and learn from some of the Lehigh Valley's top legal advisors from Norris McLaughlin on the legal impacts of PPP on your business and how to ensure you are protecting your business' financial future.

Zoom Information will be sent upon registration; questions? Reach out to Kylie Adams at kyliea@lehighvalleychamber.org.

2021 East Penn Restaurant Week 2/28/2021 - 3/7/2021

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 14:37:22 GMT

Each year the East Penn Chamber and the Emmaus Main Street Partners organize the East Penn Restaurant Week for eateries in Emmaus, Alburtis, Macungie, Lower Macungie, and Upper Milford to help them gain awareness and increase business during a traditionally slow time of year. Support our local businesses from February 28 - March 6 throughout the East Penn community! Depending on current mandates, there will be dine-in options but either way, our restaurants will have take-out options! Enjoy delicious deals from your favorite (and "soon-to-be-favorite") restaurants!

Visit THIS SITE for more information on sponsors, participating restaurants, menus, and more!

Participating restaurants include...

Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar | Don Juan Mex Grill The Shelby

-Interested in participating as restaurant? We would love to include YOU! To participate, there is a nominal fee, gift card donations are required as giveaways on the radio, your logo, and a prix fixe menu or some type of deal. Email AshleyL@LehighValleyChamber.org or call (610) 739-1273

-Interested in sponsorsing the event? Our local restaurants could use support - your sponsorship could help bring them exposure! Email AshleyL@LehighValleyChamber.org or call (610) 739-1273

Thank you to sponsors who have signed up to support restaurants this year especially during this challenging time!

Presenting Sponsor: New Tripoli Bank

Bronze Sponsor: Gross McGinley & Burkholder's HVAC

Supporting Sponsor: QNB & Chestnut Ridge at Rodale by Phoebe Ministries

Marketing Sponsor: EBC Printing & WFMZ