Welcome to the Talbot Chamber Weekly Compass. This information is intended to keep you updated about Chamber events, issues affecting your business and community activities.
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BAH Mixer & Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Jean McHale LLC
204 N. Washington St.
Easton, MD 21601
410-763-8760
Mike McHale, Manager,
BAH Mixer & Ribbon Cutting
Tuesday, November 3, 2009 - 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bartlett Pear Inn
28 S. Harrison St.
Easton, MD 21601
410-770-3300
Alice Lloyd, Innkeeper
Jordan Lloyd, Executive Chef www.bartlettpearinn.com
info@bartlettpearinn.com
BAH Mixer and Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, November 4, 2009 - 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Talbot Chamber Hosts 25th Annual Awards Program
The Talbot County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 25th Annual Chamber Awards Dinner on Thursday, October 29th at Harbourtowne Golf Resort & Conference Center, St. Michaels, MD. These annual awards are designed to honor a Business Man, Business Woman, Small Business, Large Business, Not for Profit Business, and an Individual for their Community Service. Click here for the full article.
2010 Legislative Outlook Luncheon Set For November 3rd
The Talbot Chamber Government & Regulatory Committee is hosting a 2010 Legislative Outlook Luncheon on November 3, 2009 at Scossa Restaurant. Featured speakers are Senator Richard Colburn and Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio. Cost for the luncheon is $20 members, $25 guests. Seating is limited so call the Chamber office to register 410-822-4653 or info@talbotchamber.org.
MD Comptroller Franchot is November Chamber Luncheon speaker
The Talbot Chamber is pleased to announce that on Thursday, November 19, 2009 Chamber Luncheon speaker is Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot. The Peacock Restaurent at the Inn at 202 Dover is our host for this event.
Sponsor for the luncheon is Express Employment Professionals. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for guests. Contact the Talbot Chamber at 410-822-4653 or info@talbotchamber.org for reservations. Seating is limited so make your reservations today!
Microsoft Office Training now offered by the Talbot Chamber
The Talbot Chamber is working with Rita C. Hill, MBA to offer its members customized Microsoft Office training.
The Three hour classes will be limited to eight individuals and can be offered in morning and afternoon sessions. Subject to be taught are: Into to Excel, Intermediate Excel 2007, Advance Excel, Introduction to Outlook, Intermediate Outlook, basic Computer Skills and Introduction to Word, Intermediate Word, Introduction to Powerpoint, Advance Powerpoint, Introduction to Access, Intermediate Access and Learning Office 2007.
For more information about cost, timing and course content please contact Al Silverstein at the Chamber office 410-822-4653, mobile 410-253-9178 or email asilver@talbotchamber.org
Chem-Dry TDC Earns Distinction as a
Carpet and Rug Institute Seal of Approval Service Provider
Chem-Dry TDChas been recognized by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) as a Seal of Approval Service Provider. The Seal identifies cleaning companies that distinguish themselves by committing to a high standard of service and customer satisfaction. READ MORE
Water Festival News
The Waterfowl Festival takes place November 13-15 in downtown Easton, Maryland, off Route 50. Festival hours are: Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission is $10 for all three days - children under 12 free.
For additional information or tickets online, visit www.waterfowlfestival.org or call 410/822-4567
You can purchase Waterfowl tickets at the Talbot Chamber office at 101 Marlboro Ave., Easton, MD. |
Job Creation Depends on American Free Enterprise
By Tom Donahue
President & CEO U.S. Chamber of Commerce
With the economy slowly returning to form, we must now focus on a new challenge--putting America back to work. It won't be easy--unemployment is at its highest level in more than 25 years. We must create 20 million new jobs over the next decade simply to put the unemployed back to work and to keep up with a growing population. There's only one system that's proven capable of meeting this goal--American free enterprise. READ MORE
U.S. Chamber's Donohue Comments on Climate Change
Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement in response to questions regarding the U.S. Chamber's position on climate change: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce continues to support strong federal legislation and a binding international agreement to reduce carbon emissions and address climate change. READ MORE
Maryland Employers Face Hefty UI Tax Increase
Maryland employers will face significantly higher unemployment Insurance (UI) taxes beginning next year. READ MORE
National News
Record Deficit Renews Calls for Statuory PAYGO
The Administration announced Oct. 16 that the federal budget deficit reached $1.4 trillion in the fiscal year that ended in September, prompting a renewed round of finger-pointing from both political parties about who is to blame and universal agreement that deficit-reducing measures must be instituted as the economy recovers. READ MORE
FCC'S Net Neutrality Rules Could Exempt GOOGLE
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) moved ahead today toward strengthening regulations on net neutrality, voting unanimously to start the formal rule-making process. READ MORE
Talbot County Community Calendar
October 26: Advanced Origami - Ages 10+ & adults. Easton branch library, 100 W. Dover Street. 410-822-1626.
October 28: Oxford Farmer's Market - 4 - 6 PM Oxford Community Center, 200 Oxford Road (Route 333), Oxford.
October 29: Ernic Halter, Andrew Hooves and Melissa Polinar - 8 PM, Nightcat, 5 Goldsbourough Street, Easton. NightCat will be serving beer & wine. An impressive variety of beers and glasses of wine ranging from $5.00 to $10.00. Lite fare menu and table service. Admission charge $12.00. 443-786- 2750. www.nightcatmusic.com.
October 30: Barefoot in the Park - Oxford Community Center 8PM For Tickets Call: 410-226- 0061 or www.tredavonplayers.org. Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon Director: Ed Langrell, Assistant Director: Zack Schlag, Producer: Lisa Roth with Katie Cox, Bruce Grove, Rob Sanchez, Anna Kusinitz, Patrick Fee and Zack Schlag.
October 30: Chandler Travis Philharmonic - Avalon Theatre, 40 E. Dover Street, Easton. Tickets 410-822-7299.
October 30: Vinyl Shockley - 7 PM. NightCat, 5 Goldsborough Street, Easton. NightCat will be service beer & wine. An impressive variety of beers and glasses of wine ranging from $5.00 to $10.00. Lite fare menu and table service. Admission charge $10.00. 443-786-2750. www.nightcatmusic.com.
October 31: Barefoot in the Park - Oxford Community Center 8PM For Tickets Call: 410-226-0061 or www.tredavonplayers.org
Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon Director: Ed Langrell, Assistant Director: Zack Schlag, Producer: Lisa Roth with Katie Cox, Bruce Grove, Rob Sanchez, Anna Kusinitz, Patrick Fee and Zack Schlag.
October 31: Easton Farmers' Market - Quality & Variety of produce and crafts. 8AM - 1PM. Live music from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Parking lot on N. Harrison St., Easton. 410-820- 8822.
November 1: Barefoot in the Park - Oxford Community Center 2 PM. For Tickets Call: 410-226-0061 or www.tredavonplayers.org. Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon Director: Ed Langrell, Assistant Director: Zack Schlag, Producer: Lisa Roth with Katie Cox, Bruce Grove, Rob Sanchez, Anna Kusinitz, Patrick Fee and Zack Schlag.
November 3: Tommy Dorsey Orchestra - Avalon Theatre, 40 E. Dover Street, Easton, MD. Tickets 410-822-7299.
Talbot County Chamber of Commerce
101 Marlboro Ave., Suite 53
Easton, MD 21601
Phone: 410-822-4653
Fax: 410-822-7922
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