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Chamber Women’s Networking Committee Announces Applications Are Available for Women’s Empowerment Grant

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking committee is currently seeking applications for the tenth annual Women’s Empowerment Grant. This grant was established to encourage women to pursue training or education that will help them start or advance a career. The target of the grant is women who are: currently working and want to advance in their career through education or training; returning to the workforce; and/or seeking to change their current career path and pursue something more in line with their
interests or passions. The grant is also intended to be available to those who would not necessarily have access to scholarships or grants. For this reason, graduating high school students will not be eligible to apply for the grant.

Candidates must reside within the service area of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, which includes anyone who resides within the Hazleton Area School District. Applications and cover letters are due no later than July 27th with an anticipated August 31st notification. All applications will be scored on the following areas: Academic Information, Employment Information, Civic Involvement, Essay and Financial Need.

2018 Season of the Downtown Hazleton Farmer’s Market & Health Fair Will Open Friday, July 13

farmers market 2018 The Downtown Hazleton Farmer's Market will kick off its seventh year on Friday, July 13th and continue every Friday through September 7th. This year’s sponsors include the Geisinger Foundation, the Hershey Foundation, the AllOne Foundation, and the Luzerne County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau.

The market hours are 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. This year’s vendors will include Burger’s Farm, which will be selling fresh produce; Sugar & Loaf Bakery, which will be offering breads and other baked goods, Keiner’s Nursery & Apiary, which will be selling plants, locally produced honey, and honey made products; Carvanjo Farm, which will be selling handcrafted goat milk soap, and the Butler Township Community Garden (“Growing Markets” program), which offers all organic produce. Several special events are also planned, including weekly nutrition education and free cooking demonstrations featuring local seasonal produce (hosted by the Commission on Economic Opportunity-CEO).

Chamber Women’s Summer Mixer to Take Place at Top of the 80’s Restaurant

womens summer promo pic resized The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Women’s Networking Committee invites all women from throughout Greater Hazleton to a “Summer Networking Mixer” on Wednesday, July 18th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Top of the 80’s Restaurant, located at 3 Top of the 80’s Road in Hazleton. Women’s events provide an excellent opportunity to share your business and services with other businesswomen from throughout the area, meet new contacts and re-connect with old ones, in a casual atmosphere.

Women will gather for a relaxing evening on the outdoor patio overlooking the beautiful Conyngham/Drums valley. An array of complimentary hors d’ oeuvres will be provided and drink specials will be available. A doorprize drawing and a 50/50 raffle will take place to benefit our Women's Empowerment Grant. Everyone is also encouraged to bring your business cards, brochures, coupons or giveaways to share on our "Business Resource Table"

Hazleton Eye Specialists to Host Chamber Mixer

Hazleton Eye Specialists is hosting an exclusive Networking Mixer for members of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce for the month of July on Thursday, July 12th from 5 pm to 7 pm. Hazleton Eye Specialists is located at 281 Airport Road in Hazle Township. Chamber members, their employees, co-workers and guests are invited to this free, casual, after-hours event, which provides a networking opportunity for the business community.