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Wednesday, September 10, 2014Workshops

Workforce Training Fund Program Info Session

Employers: Do you need money for staff training? Don’t miss this important event!

The Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund is a program that provides matching dollars to eligible employers who are investing in their staff through training and/or retraining. There are a number of programs available to help cover costs associated with training, and match amount from the Fund can be up to $250,000! Please join us for an information session that will cover the various programs, applications, timelines, eligibility, grant requirements and next steps.

When:

Wednesday, September 10, 2014 9:00 AM thru 11:00 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
This session is free to attend but registation is required.
This seminar is offered by Massasoit Community College

Registration:

The seminar is free to attend, but registration is required.

For more information:

Steve Litcoff
508-588-9100 x1322

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Thursday, September 11, 2014Workshops

Back To Business: 60 Ways to Grow Your Contact List

Let's get Back to Business! (School is back in session and we are all returning from our vacations!) It's time to grow your contact list!

Join us for "60 Ways to Grow Your List" workshop - you'll leave with ideas and strategies to capture new contacts, grow your list and take action to help move your business forward.
Having an interested and qualified list of contacts, that you can stay top of mind with, is vital to every business. Continuing to grow that list is just as important. In this workshop we will show you 60 easy ways to grow your contact list today!

When:

Thursday, September 11, 2014 9:00 AM thru 10:30 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
Workshop is free to attend, but registration is required.

Presented by: Adrienne Baumann, 508 Marketing
Authorized Local Expert Constant Contact

Registration:

Please contact Amy Naples at amyc@plymouthchamber.com to register for this workshop.

For More Info:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620
amyc@plymouthchamber.com

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Thursday, September 11, 2014Women Mean Business Lunch

Women Mean Business Luncheon- Henri-Marie

Situated on the Village Square in the award-winning community of The Pinehills in Plymouth, MA, Mirbeau Inn & Spa at The Pinehills.

Please join us for a delightful afternoon of networking and great conversation at the Henri-Marie inspired by the classic comforts of the Belle-Epoche period, Henri-Marie offers an elegant, relaxing dining experience for Mirbeau guests and a wonderful destination restaurant for the greater Plymouth/Boston area.

Menu:

Salmon, Arugula Salad, Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Port Glazed Figs and Manchengo Cheese

Seasonal Selection of Petit Fours

Served with Popovers, Coffee, Tea and Decaf

Vegetarian option available upon request

When:

Thursday, September 11, 2014 12:00 PM thru 01:30 PM

Where:

Henri-Marie
Mirbeau Inn & Spa
35 Landmark Dr
Plymouth MA 02360
508-591-4920

Registration:

Members and Non Members are Welcome to Attend!

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620

Friday, September 12, 2014Legislative Breakfast

2014 Legislative Breakfast

Our legislative delegation will be given the opportunity to speak on a topic of their choice followed by a brief audience Question & Answer period.

$35/Plymouth Chamber Members $45/Guest
$225/Table of 8 (Plymouth Chamber Members Only)

We kindly request R.S.V.P. by August 30, 2014. Please contact
Bob Nolet at the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at bob@plymouthchamber.com or at 508.830.1620.

When:

Friday, September 12, 2014 7:30 AM thru 10:00 AM

Where:

Indian Pond Country Club
60 Country Club Way
Kingston, MA 023

For More Info:

Bob Nolet
508-830-1620
bob@plymouthchamber.com

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Monday, September 15, 2014Ribbon Cuttings

Ribbon Cutting- Toll Brothers at the Pinehillls

Toll Brothers Cordially invites you to the Ribbon Cutting of our Newest Neighborhood at Toll Brothers at the Pinehills at Skipping Stone

Join us for the unveiling of the New Professionaly Decorated Bayhill Savannah Model Home.

Cocktails and light fare to follow the Ribbon Cutting

Please register or RSVP by September 10 to Heidi and Andrea 508-209-2500 or tollbrothersatthepinehills@tollbrothersinc.com

When:

Monday, September 15, 2014 4:00 PM thru 06:00 PM

Where:

Toll Brothers at The Pinehills
24 Skipping Stone
Plymouth MA 02360

Registration:

Event is open to both Members and Non- Members!

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620

Tuesday, September 16, 2014Workshops

Improving your Sales Conversion Rate

Improving your Sales Conversion Rate by Understanding Personality Profiles
Do you know your own Personality Profile? How about the Personality Profile of your Business Prospect? In this highly competitive business world, if you had a competitive advantage, would you take advantage of it? Knowing who is sitting in front of you and how you communicate to them can make all the difference in starting a business relationship or blowing it!

Learn:
? How to determine your personality profile
? Figure out how to communicate effectively to your prospect
? How to deal with the prospect that won’t make up their mind
? The Importance of communicating effectively to increase your conversion rate from Prospect to Customer!

When:

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 8:30 AM thru 10:00 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
Presented by Lighthouse Strategic Partners, Leadership Training & Business Coach Firm

Registration:

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend. This seminar is free to attend, but registration is required.

For More Information:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620
amyc@plymouthchamber.com

Thursday, September 18, 2014Workshops

Customer Service for Municipalities

This 4-session seminar will focus on topics to help personnel involved in public interactions to deal professionally, such as: creating a positive atmosphere, minimizing unnecessary frustration, the value of responding to requests in a timely manner, and dealing with difficult situations. Learn the techniques involved in how to build a climate of trust and cohesion. The following topics will be covered: Communication Skills in the Public Sector, Customer Service Excellence in the Public Sector, Dealing with Angry Citizens and Difficult People, and Team Work to Best Serve Citizens.

When:

from Thursday, September 18, 2014 9:00 AM
thru Thursday, October 9, 2014 12:00 PM

Where:

Dates: Thursday, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9 (4 part seminar series)
Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
Price: $199.00
Customer Service Series for Municipalities will be offered by Massasoit Community College

To REGISTER FOR THIS SEMINAR SERIES contact Steve Litcoff, 508-588-9100 x1322

Registration:

Contact Massasoit Community College, Steve Litcoff at 508-588-9100 x 1322

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Thursday, September 18, 2014Business After Hours

Business After Hours-AutoFair Honda

Business After Hours is the premiere networking event for business professionals in the Plymouth County area.

This two hour time frame gives you the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources.

Stay for 20 minutes or enjoy the full two hours. Get out there! Give people the chance to get to know you so they will want to do business with you!
Food and Open Bar will be provided

When:

Thursday, September 18, 2014 5:30 PM thru 07:30 PM

Where:

AutoFair Honda
9 Long Pond Road
Plymouth, MA 02360-2603
508-503-1053

Registration:

Event is open to both Members and Non-Members!

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620

Friday, September 19, 2014Workshops

MAXIMIZE LINKEDIN WORKSHOP

MAXIMIZE LINKEDIN, How to Use LinkedIn to Get Appointments with Your Best Prospects

We will cover how to use LinkedIn as an active part of the selling and prospecting process. How to use it as a PROACTIVE (NOT PASSIVE) prospecting tool, to actually set appointments with target prospects.

This session is valuable if you and your team are:
· Lacking a system to go to existing LinkedIn network connections to target prospects and get an introduction or appointment.
· Challenged in cold calling for new business
· Struggling to use LinkedIn to generate more referrals.

When:

Friday, September 19, 2014 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
Presented by: Praxis Growth Advisors, Inc. / Sandler Training

Registration:

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend. The cost is $10 per person and registation is required.

For More Information:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620
amyc@plymouthchamber.com

Wednesday, September 24, 2014Morning Mixer

Morning Mixer- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital

If you're a "morning person" who enjoys small group networking, this is the event for you!

Get a jump start on your day at a program where you are the program. Share information about your products and services and make the connections to take your business to the next level.

A full breakfast buffet and coffee will be provided.

When:

Wednesday, September 24, 2014 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM

Where:

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
Funkhouser Conference Room
275 Sandwich Street
Plymouth MA 02360
(508) 746-2000
http://www.bidplymouth.org/

Registration:

Event is FREE and open to Members and Non-Members!

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620

Thursday, September 25, 2014Workshops

10 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON HEALTH INSURANCE..NOW!

Come meet Plymouth’s experts in
Health Insurance and hear how you and your company can save money in a post healthcare reform world!

When:

Thursday, September 25, 2014 8:30 AM thru 10:30 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
This session is free to attend but registation is required.
This seminar is presented by BRABO Benefits, Scott Hokanson, Sr.

Registration:

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend. This event si free of charge, but registration is required.

For More Information:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620
amyc@plymouthchamber.com

Thursday, September 25, 2014Ribbon Cuttings

The Preserve at the Bay Club Ribbon Cutting

Please join us for tours of the Sycamore and Hawthorn model homes followed by an Open house and refreshments

Unable to attend? Contact Sharon Viens for a private tour 774-582-8005

When:

Thursday, September 25, 2014 9:00 AM thru 11:00 AM

Where:

The Bay Club
63 County Rd
Mattapoisett MA 02739
774-582-8005

Registration:

Event is open to Members and Non-Members

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620
meg@plymouthchamber.com

Sunday, September 28, 2014Ribbon Cuttings

Bit of Riding Ribbon Cutting

Join us for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at A Bit of Riding at Riesling Stables, a fun place to learn everything Equine!

Ribbon Cutting will be followed by a family fun day filled with lots of food, games and pony rides!

Please join us for a day of laughs, fun and learning in a comfortable setting. Everyone is welcome, this is definitely an event where the more, the merrier!

When:

Sunday, September 28, 2014 10:00 AM thru 02:00 PM

Where:

A Bit of Riding at Riesling Stables
9 Riesling Rd
Plymouth MA 02360
617-875-0356
www.abitofriding.com

Registration:

Event is free and open to Members and Non Members

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620

Saturday, October 04, 2014Barktoberfest

BarktoberFest

Plymouth BarktoberFest is tailored to dog lovers of all ages, and of course dog owners and their furry companions. This one-day canine festival will feature games and prizes, contests, food for dogs and owners, demonstrations, live entertainment, as well as, local vendors featuring dog related items, crafts and services. New This Year to BarktoberFest is Glamfur Shots-Dog/Owner Photo Booth. Come on down and have your photo taken with your fury friend in funny and silly costumes!!

Some featured events will include Blessing of the Animals, Costume Contest, K9 Demonstrations, Adoption Parade with The Friends of the Plymouth Pound, Fastest Tail Wag, Loudest Bark Contest and much more!

Below is a schedule of events.

11:00a - 4:00p
Rabies Clinic-$10 per animal
Live Entertainment
Dog/Owner Photo Booth
Vendors & Crafters

12:00p - 3:00p
Owner/Dog Look-A-Like Contest
Cutest Pooch Contest
Loudest Bark Competition
Fastest Tail-Wag Face-Off
Plymouth Police K9
Blessing of the Animals
Adoption Parade with Friends of the Plymouth Pound

3:30p
Costume Contest

For the safety of animals and owners, this is an on-leash event. All dogs must be on a leash at all times. Admission is free for Plymouth BarktoberFest and additional information may be found at www.plymouthbarktoberfest.com http://www.plymouthbarktoberfest.com/

When:

Saturday, October 4, 2014 11:00 AM thru 04:00 PM

Where:

Nelson Park, Plymouth, MA
http://www.plymouthbarktoberfest.com

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Thursday, October 09, 2014Women Mean Business Lunch

Women Mean Business Luncheon- Alden Park

Please join us for a delightful afternoon of Networking at Alden Park. Nestled into the village portion (smaller shops to the right of the center) of Colony Place Shopping Mall, we are an independently owned modern American restaurant that focuses on our customers, quality of service, quality of food, exquisite atmosphere, and proud to be distinct and different in what we offer.

Menu:

Appetizer:
Simple Salad or park salad

Entree:
Portabella "Burger"

Chicken Salad Wrap

Vegetable Stir Fry

non- alcoholic beverages included

When:

Thursday, October 9, 2014 12:00 PM thru 01:30 PM

Where:

Alden Park Bar & Grill
160 Colony Place
Plymouth MA 02360
(508) 830-6777

Registration:

Event is open to Members and Non Members

For More Info:

Meg Doherty
508-830-1620
meg@plymouthchamber.com

Wednesday, October 15, 2014Workshops

You Know Your IQ, But What is You EQ?

We are all familiar with IQ, but a more important factor in your business success is your EQ or emotional intelligence. We’re not talking about kumbaya here, we are talking about how you are with people which is a key to building good relationships and necessary to build a business. Come and learn your EQ.

When:

Wednesday, October 15, 2014 9:00 AM thru 12:00 PM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
This workshop is FREE to attend, but registration is REQUIRED.
Presented by: Nancy O'Keefe, Simple Small Business Solutions

Registration:

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend. Seminar is free to attend but registartion is required.

For more information:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620
amyc@plymouthchamber.com

Thursday, October 16, 2014Workshops

Big Presentations for Small Businesses

If you run a small business, you already know that every presentation you deliver is a big deal. The stakes are always high-whether you’re pitching a single client or a room full of prospects. How do you make a memorable first impression when there is no second chance? Especially when you don’t have a creative team to lean on? In this information packed session, you’ll learn surprisingly easy ways to plan, develop, and deliver on-point presentations that spotlight your business’s unique value and help turn prospects into customers.

When:

Thursday, October 16, 2014 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM

Where:

Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street
Plymouth MA 02360
Cost is $15 to attend.
Presented by Matt Gambino, Presentations That Win Business

Registration:

Members & Non-Members are welcome to attend. Cost is $15 per person.

For More Information:

Amy Naples
508-830-1620

Friday, October 17, 2014Morning Mixer

Morning Mixer- Pilgrim Hall Museum

If you're a "morning person" who enjoys small group networking, this is the event for you!

Get a jump start on your day at a program where you are the program. Share information about your products and services and make the connections to take your business to the next level.
Event is FREE to attend, please register below!

What better way to network than in the oldest continuously operating public museum in the country and America’s museum of Pilgrim possessions!

When:

Friday, October 17, 2014 8:30 AM thru 10:30 AM

Where:

Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street
Plymouth MA 02360
http://www.pilgrimhallmuseum.org/
508-746-1620

Registration:

Members and Non Members are welcome to attend!

For More Info:

Meaghan Doherty
508-830-1620

Thursday, October 23, 2014Business After Hours

Business After Hours- Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston

This two hour time frame gives you the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources.

Stay for 20 minutes or enjoy the full two hours. Get out there! Give people the chance to get to know you so they will want to do business with you!
Food and Open Bar will be provided

Directions:
Going Route 3 South

Follow Route 3 South to Exit 7 – 44 West Taunton/Providence RI. Take the first exit on your right toward RT-80 Cherry St/N. Plymouth. Keep right at the fork and merge onto Commerce Way. Proceed to the 3rd traffic light. Take a left onto Industrial Park Road and take first right into 146 Industrial Park Road.

Going Route 3 North

Follow Route 3 North to Exit 7 - 44 West Taunton/Providence RI. Take the first exit on your right toward RT-80 Cherry St/N. Plymouth. Keep right at the fork and merge onto Commerce Way. Proceed to the 3rd traffic light. Take a left onto Industrial Park Road and take first right into 146 Industrial Park Road.

When:

Thursday, October 23, 2014 5:30 PM

Where:

OCB Plymouth
146 Industrial Park Road
Plymouth, MA 02360
Phone : 508-833-6000
https://www.eyeboston.com/Pages/Locations/Plymouth.aspx

Registration:

Members and Non- Members are welcome to attend!

For More Info:

Meaghan Doherty
508-830-1620
meg@plymouthchamber.com

Friday, October 24, 2014Workshops

Grant Writing for Non-Profits

Grant Writing for Non-Profits
This 4 session seminar will focus on topics to help personnel involved in grant writing from outlining your object, organizing an effective proposal narrative, preparing a realistic budget, writing a budget justification including the right personnel, finalizing and sending the proposal, and organizing effective teams.

When:

from Friday, October 24, 2014 9:00 AM
thru Friday, November 14, 2014 12:00 PM

Where:

Dates: Fridays, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 (4 part seminar series)
Location: Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
134 Court Street, Plymouth MA
Price: $199.00
Grant Writing for Non-Profits will be offered by Massasoit Community College

To REGISTER FOR THIS SEMINAR SERIES contact Steve Litcoff, 508-588-9100 x1322

Price: $199.00
Schedule: Fridays, 10/24 to 11/14 from 9 to 12 PM

Registration:

Contact Massasoit Community College, Steve Litcoff at 508-588-9100 x 1322

For More Information:

Steve Litcoff
508-588-9100 x1322
SLitcoff@massasoit.mass.edu

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