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Friday, July 06, 2012Category: Special Event - Public
DCRCOC Balloon Festival
Sponsored by: M&T Bank; Health Quest; TEG Federal Credit Union; HV Marketplace; Quality Environmental Solutions &Technology, Inc.; Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel & Conference Center; All Sport Health and Fitness;  Quattro's Farm Market;  AT&T ; Poughkeepsie Galleria ;  Migliorelli Farms ; Best Western Plus The Inn & Suites at the Falls ; Michael's & Associates, Inc. ; DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota; Wineracks.com ; Re/Max; Daily Planet

When:  
from  Friday, July 06, 2012 06:00 PM
thru  Sunday, July 08, 2012 06:00 AM
 
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Saturday, July 07, 2012Category: Special Event - Public
Think Local First Consumer Expo - Ribbon Cutting
The Think Local First Consumer Expo will exhibit products from local business.


Sponsored by: MetLife Financial Solutions

When:  
from  Saturday, July 07, 2012 12:00 PM
thru  12:30 PM
 
Where:  Poughkeepsie Galleria
First Floor
2001 South Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
 
Registration:  Sign up to attend:
 
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Tuesday, July 10, 2012Category: Special Event - Public
OFFICE CLOSED - STAFF RETREAT
When:  
from  Tuesday, July 10, 2012 08:30 AM
thru  04:30 PM
 
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012Category: New Member Luncheon
New Member Luncheon
Meet the chamber staff along with other new members of the chamber while enjoying lunch

Only 1 rep per company to attend. If there is available space we'd be happy to put you on a waiting list, just call Whitney at 454-1700 x1000 or email whitney@dcrcoc.org

Lunch catered by Cosimo's Trattoria & Bar

Sponsored by: New York Life/Offices of Ronnie Rosenberg & Maureen Strong; The Villa Borghese ; QB Collision and Fox Oldies 98.9 FM (WGNY-FM)

When:  
from  Wednesday, July 11, 2012 11:30 AM
thru  01:00 PM
 
Where:  Chamber Conference Room
1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
 
Registration:  Members Only - Complimentary
Register Here
 
For more info, call:  Whitney Haddard
845-454-1700 x1000
E-mail: whitney@dcrcoc.org
 
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Thursday, July 12, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Leaf A Legacy Project
The Chamber is thrilled to be hosting a ribbon cutting for our "Leaf" as part of the Abilities First "Leaf A Legacy Project." Abilities First is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with disabilities.

When:  
from  Thursday, July 12, 2012 12:30 PM
thru  01:00 PM
 
Where:  One Civic Center Plaza
Corner of Main & Market Streets
Poughkeepsie
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Thursday, July 12, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC
Join the Chamber as we celebrate with Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC the Grand Re-Opening of their newly-designed showroom!

When:  
from  Thursday, July 12, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  05:00 PM
 
Where:  Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC
2023 South Road
Poughkeepsie
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Thursday, July 12, 2012Category: HVYP Committee
HVYP Education Series: Team Building/Management Skills
Sponsored by: Hudson Valley Renegades  ;  WRRV 92.7/96.9

When:  
from  Thursday, July 12, 2012 05:00 PM
thru  08:00 PM
 
Where:  Wallace Centre (Room B)
at FDR Hopme and Museum
4079 Albany Post Road
Hyde Park, NY 12538
 
Registration:  Register Here
 
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Monday, July 16, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Ridley-Lowell Beauty School
Please join Ridley-Lowell as they host a ribbon cutting to introduce their new campus for the Cosmetology Program!

When:  
from  Monday, July 16, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  05:00 PM
 
Where:  Ridley-Lowell Business & Technical Institute
289 Main Streeet
Poughkeepsie
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Wednesday, July 18, 2012Category: Contact Breakfast
Contact Breakfast
Monthly contact breakfast featuring guest speaker Richard R. Shapiro, Author of "The Welcome Edge: Unlocking the Secrets to Repeat Business."  Books will be available for sale.  
Sponsored by: Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union  


Non-profit tables : Abilities First (Leaf A Legacy), Transart and Cultural Services, Inc. and FLIP - Friends of Little Italy

When:  
from  Wednesday, July 18, 2012 07:30 AM
thru  09:00 AM
 
Where:  Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Conference Center
40 Civic Center Plaza
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
 
Registration:  $20 per person for members with Advance Reservations ($5 charge if not paid in advance or at the door)
$25 per person for members without advance reservations
$30 per person for Non-Members and guests
All guests are automatically entered to win Think Local First Economic Stimulus Cash Drawing
Pre-Payment PREFERRED (Cash,check or credit card)
Payment at Door Please (will no longer be invoicing): CASH, CHECK, CREDIT AND DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED.

No-shows will be charged $25 for members and $30 for non-members to offset catering charges.
Advance Reservation
 
Contact:  Whitney Bowers
845-454-1700 ext 1000
E-mail: whitney@dcrcoc.org
 
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Wednesday, July 18, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Sole's With Soul
Join the Chamber as we cut the ribbon for the Grand Opening of Soles With Soul! The proud owner is Nicole Darden. Please come by to offer her your best wishes for her business. Refreshments will be served.

When:  
from  Wednesday, July 18, 2012 12:00 PM
thru  01:00 PM
 
Where:  Soles With Soul
6 Catharine Street
Poughkeepsie, NY
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Thursday, July 19, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Hampton Inn, Fishkill
Join the Chamber as we celebrate with Hampton Inn in Fishkill the extensive renovations they have made to their hotel!

When:  
from  Thursday, July 19, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  05:00 PM
 
Where:  544 Route 9 (behind Ramada Inn)
Fishkill, NY
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Monday, July 23, 2012Category: Chamber Connections
Chamber Connections
Phone or email registration only

This is a timed event and begins at 4 p.m. Please be at the location earlier if you would like to network with other participants. Complimentary hors d'ouevers will be served and there will be a cash bar.

OVERVIEW: 40 business representatives from non-competing categories will be at tables of 4.

Closed categories:
Banking
Pest Control
Finacial Services
Life Insurance
Accountants
Business Coaching
Payroll Services
Alternative Utility Power
Natural Gas

Each will have 2 minutes to describe their business to the others at the table. After the 2 minutes are up, participants will move to other tables. By the end of the event all attendees will have met and shared information about their business. Please bring 40 business cards and a small pad for notes. Laptops for demonstration purposes are acceptable.

For more information or questions please call Desi at 845-454-1700 ext 1009. To register call Whitney at 845-454-1700 ext 1000 or email  Whitney@dcrcoc.org.

Sponsored by: TEG Federal Credit Union  and  Corporate Media Partner, Fox Oldies 98.9 FM (WGNY-FM)

When:  
from  Monday, July 23, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  06:00 PM
 
Where:  River Station
One Water Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
 
Make a Reservation!:  Christine Desmomi
845-454-1700 X1009
E-mail: christine@dcrcoc.org
 
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012Category: Foundation Public
Chamber Foundation Twisted Gala
The Twisted Gala is the signature fundraiser of The Chamber Foundation. This three hour event includes generous hors d'oeurves, top shelf open bar and entertaintment by Muscially Yours, Inc.  A reverse drawing is the featured event and provides a chance to win a Harley Davidson Motorcycle from Woodstock Harley-Davidson

Gala tickets only are available, but only a limited amount of reverse drawing tickets will be sold.  Each ticket drawn is guaranteed to win a prize!
Proceeds will benefit The Chamber Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Fund and programs.

Reception Sponsor: Waste Management

Bike Sponsors: Vanacore, DeBenedictus,DiGovanni & Weddell N&S Supply, COBESO, Inc., Adams Fairacre Farms, Vergilis, Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond, Meyer Contracting, Harmon & Castella Printing, Covanta Energy, Shero Designs, D'Arcangelo & Co, LLP, Rose & Kiernan Insurance, Timothy P. Doyle Funeral Home, Cosimo's Trattoria & Bar and S&O Construction

When:  
from  Wednesday, July 25, 2012 05:30 PM
thru  08:30 PM
 
Where:  The Tent at the Grandview
Poughkeepsie
 
Registration:  Twisted Gala Reception $100
Includes open bar, hors d'oeuvres and dessert
If you are interested in purchasing a raffle ticket to win the Harley, contact Karolyn at 845.454.1700 ext. 1026
 
For more info:  Karolyn Osborne
845.454.1700 ext. 1026
E-mail: karolyn@chamberfdn.org
 
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Wednesday, August 01, 2012Category: Special Event - Members
Breakfast Southern Style with Abilities First
Speaker:  Scott Mehlberg, Associate Executive Director of Abilities First

Topic:  Services that are available to people with developmental, intellectual, and acquired disabilities with a particular emphasis on a variety of employment services and support that may be available to them, as well as to employers.

Members $20.00
Non Members $30.00


Sponsored by: M&T Bank;Iseman, Cunningham, Riester & Hyde, LLP; ServiceMaster Clean and ECHO - Elder Cottage Housing Opportunities

When:  
from  Wednesday, August 01, 2012 07:30 AM
thru  09:00 AM
 
Where:  Hyatt House
100 Westage Business Center Drive
Fishkill, NY 12524
 
Registration:  Register Here
 
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Wednesday, August 01, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - DC SPCA Thrift Shoppe
Are you a bargain hound? The DC SPCA's new Thrift Shoppe has everything from clothing and household items to jewelry, collectibles and more. Purchases will help to support the work of the DC SPCA. Come celebrate the Shoppe's Grand Opening and get some shopping done too!

When:  
from  Wednesday, August 01, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  05:00 PM
 
Where:  600 Violet Avenue
Hyde Park, NY
 
Registration:  Register here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Thursday, August 02, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting-Neave Pools,A Div. of Neave Outdoor Solutions
Need some relief from the hot weather? Join Neave Outdoor Solutions as they host a Grand Opening for their newest location, Neave Pools, in Cold Spring! Be sure to arrive by 4 so you don't miss a chance to win one of the gift certificates being given away at the Ribbon Cutting. Deliciously catered by Parties By Tomas.

When:  
from  Thursday, August 02, 2012 04:00 PM
thru  06:00 PM
 
Where:  3622 Route 9, Cold Spring
 
Registration:  Click Here
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Saturday, August 04, 2012Category: Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cutting - Poughkeepsie Galleria 25th Anniversary
Please join the Poughkeepsie Galleria as it celebrates its 25th Anniversary! A DCRCOC ribbon cutting will begin the festivities at 2 pm. The Galleria has lots of fun and entertainment planned for the whole family!

When:  
from  Saturday, August 04, 2012 02:00 PM
thru  03:00 PM
 
Where:  Center Court at the Poughkeepsie Galleria
Route 9
Poughkeepsie
 
Registration:  Click Here:
 
For more info:  Nancy Amy, Director of Member Services
845-454-1700 x1004
E-mail: nancy@dcrcoc.org
 
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Wednesday, August 08, 2012Category: Special Event - Public
Press Announcement - Special Event
A special announcement to discuss details about an upcoming event in Dutchess County. For details, email Chamber Director of Communications and Marketing Rich Kleban at richk@dcrcoc.org or call 845-454-1700 ext. 1023

When:  
from  Wednesday, August 08, 2012 04:30 PM
thru  05:00 PM
 
Where:  Dutchess Stadium
1500 Route 9D
Wappingers Fall, NY 12590
 
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Wednesday, August 08, 2012Category: Business After Hours
Joint Business After Hours with Orange County Chamber
Hudson Valley Renegades game immediately following complimentary to the Chamber's guests.
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.

Sponsored by: Orange County Trust Company ;  Verizon Fios  ; Rhinebeck Bank ;  United Way of Dutchess-Orange Region  

Media Sponsor:  Fox Oldies 98.9 FM (WGNY-FM)

When:  
from  Wednesday, August 08, 2012 05:00 PM
thru  07:00 PM
 
Where:  Dutchess Stadium
1500 Route 9D
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
 
Registration:  Complimentary to members, non-members and guests to attend.

For more information or for help registering online, call:
    Whitney Haddard
    845-454-1700 ext. 1000
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Wednesday, August 15, 2012Category: Contact Breakfast
Contact Breakfast
Monthly contact breakfast featuring guest speaker Joseph Lhota, MTA Chairman and CEO.
Sponsored by: TD Bank  
Committee: Business Education Committee
Non-profit Tables: Trinity Players, Inc.,  Spectrum Services Foundation, and Premier Cares Foundation

When:  
from  Wednesday, August 15, 2012 07:30 AM
thru  09:00 AM
 
Where:  Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Conference Center
40 Civic Center Plaza
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
 
Registration:  $20 per person for members with Advance Reservations ($5 charge if not paid in advance or at the door)
$25 per person for members without advance reservations
$30 per person for Non-Members and guests
All guests are automatically entered to win Think Local First Economic Stimulus Cash Drawing
Pre-Payment PREFERRED (Cash,check or credit card)
Payment at Door Please (will no longer be invoicing): CASH, CHECK, CREDIT AND DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED.

No-shows will be charged $25 for members and $30 for non-members to offset catering charges.
Advance Reservation
 
Contact:  Whitney Bowers
845-454-1700 ext 1000
E-mail: whitney@dcrcoc.org
 
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