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Chamber Networking Mixer Set for Thursday, September 5th

Chamber members, their employees, co-workers and guests are invited to attend an exclusive Networking Mixer co-hosted by the United Way of Greater Hazleton and Catholic Social Services. Attend this after-hours event with the business community which is taking place on Thursday, September 5^th from 5 pm to 7 pm at Catholic Social Services Family Service Center located at 106 S. Church Street in Downtown Hazleton.

United Way of Greater Hazleton will celebrate the kickoff to their Annual Campaign. There will be lots to celebrate because in addition to kicking off the campaign its International Day of Charity AND National Pizza Day. Enjoy pizza including a taste of a variety of Hazleton's best along with a little bit of competition to see if you can guess where the pizza samples are from. And of course some refreshing beverages to wash it down with.

In addition the winner of the 3 minute shopping spree and $300 gift card courtesy of Boyer's Food Market of Hazleton will be announced. The raffle benefited the United Way of Greater Hazleton.

Catholic Social Services will discuss programs they have available for the community and United Way will highlight all their agencies.

No fee is required to attend the event, but reservations are required. You may register on online, or contact the Chamber office at 570.455.1509 or email .

Pictured in the photo are Danielle Matarella, Executive Director of Catholic Social Services and Gary Perna, President of the United Way of Greater Hazleton.

Penn Dot District IV Executive Director to Speak at August 20 Red Carpet Breakfast

The Greater Hazleton Chamber is pleased to present the August Red Carpet Breakfast on Tuesday, August 20. The breakfast program will take place at The Pines Eatery at 8 West Broad Street, Hazleton. Mr. Rich Roman, the Executive Director of Penn DOT District IV, will give an update on happenings in the Greater Hazleton area and the district as a whole. Attendees will also have the opportunity for a question and answer session at the end of his presentation.

The program will begin at 7:45 a.m. and conclude at 9:00 a.m. A full breakfast will be served at the upcoming program for a $25 fee for chamber members and a $35 fee for non-chamber members. Chamber members and guests who would like to attend should contact the chamber office at 570-455-1509, ext. 101 or register online no later than Thursday, August 16.

“ The growth of our area and the current and future projects of Penn DOT are key to the continued progress and success of our area. The opportunity for direct dialogue with the Executive Director is very important,” noted Mary Malone, President of the Greater Hazleton Chamber.

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce conducts the Red Carpet programs monthly as a way of providing information to the local business community as well as offering new and expanded business networking opportunities. Those in attendance will also be introduced to the work of and an update from Lackawanna College Hazleton Center, who is sponsoring the event. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the business card drop for a chance to win a free breakfast.

Carmen’s Country Inn & Gardens to Showcase the new Gardens and Outdoor Event Area at Chamber Mixer

Chamber members, their employees, co-workers and guests are invited to attend an outdoor summer Chamber Networking Mixer. Attend this after-hours event with the business community. Carmen’s Country Inn & Gardens is hosting the event which will take place on Tuesday, August 6th from 5 pm to 7 pm. They will be showcasing their gorgeous new gardens area and outdoor event space. They are located at 364 Freedom Road in Drums.

Attendees will enjoy an array of delicious homemade hors d' oeuvres while enjoying a glass of beer or wine. Entertainment will be provided Just the Two of Us.

No fee is required to attend the event, but reservations are required. You may register on online, or contact the Chamber office at 570.455.1509 or email .

Pictured in the photo beside a magnolia tree planted in honor of the founder of Carmen’s Country Inn Gardens, Carmen DeLese, is his daughter and owner Cathy Kutchi and Leann Fallabel, Vice President of Marketing for the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber Woman’s Networking Program Open to All Women in Greater Hazleton

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Committee is holding their fourth woman’s networking luncheon program for 2024 Tuesday, July 30^th from 12 noon to 1 pm at Best Cigar Pub in Drums. The event is being sponsored by Janney-Butera Jordan Hendricks Group and the event is open for any woman to attend.

The program will begin promptly at 12 noon and will include a buffet lunch. The guest speaker is Trooper Anthony Petroski III, Community Services Officer/Public Information Officer for the Pennsylvania State Police Troop N – Hazleton and he will be presenting on Personal Safety.

Dooprize drawings including, a free lunch for the next program and the opportunity to give an introduction of your business at the event will be drawn. Women are encouraged to bring along promotional items, such as business cards, brochures, giveaways, etc. to display on our business resource table.