Continuing with the chamber’s legislative series, Senator John R. Gordner will address the business community on Thursday, June 16th at the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Breakfast program. The breakfast program is sponsored by BB&T, and will take place at Tom’s Kitchen, 656 State Route 93, Sugarloaf.
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 breakfast program for a $20 fee for chamber members and a $25 fee for non-chamber members. Those who would like to attend should contact the chamber office at 570-455-1509 or register online at hazletonchamber.org by Monday, June 13th.
The Red Carpet programs are conducted monthly by the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce as a way of providing information to the local business community and offering new and expanded business networking opportunities.
The top academic students from four area schools were honored May 25th as the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce conducted its 42nd annual Academic Achievement Awards Dinner. The event took place at Capriotti’s, McAdoo. Lorine Angelo Ogurkis, Esq. was the keynote speaker.
Honored at the dinner were the students selected by their schools as outstanding academic students. Recognized students from Hazleton Area High School are:
Read more ...
The Downtown Hazleton Farmer's Market, soon to be kicking off its fifth year, is seeking new vendors to expand the diversity of market offerings. Previous year’s vendors have included Burger’s Farm, O’Hara’s Orchard, The Good Hive (honey and honey-made products), Paula’s Patisserie, the Butler Township Community Garden (Growing Markets program), and Atomic Hog Pit BBQ. Featured food trucks and non-profit and educational institutions, including the PSU Master Gardeners and McCann School of Business have also participated in the past, whether offering ice cream, gardening workshops, or even free chair massages.
“It would be great if we could add some additional vendors this year,” said Chamber President Mary Malone, especially jam, jellies, juices, or even food trucks. Artists and crafters are also welcome.” The Chamber of Commerce operates the market with the support of the Downtown Hazleton Alliance for Progress.
Read more ...
Web.com is sponsoring an exclusive Chamber Networking Mixer, which is being hosted by Capriotti’s Palazzo, located at One Banks Avenue in McAdoo on Wednesday, June 8th from 5 pm to 7 pm.
Chamber members, their employees, co-workers & guests are invited to a casual, after-hours event, networking with the business community of Greater Hazleton. This event is free to attend. Attendees will have the opportunity meet the Web.com team and learn about the services and products they offer which assist businesses in the Greater Hazleton area.
Capriotti's will showcase their beautiful, new outdoor patio and bar area and offer a delectable selection of hors d' oeuvres. A complimentary beer or wine will be provided, compliments of Web.com. A cash bar will then be available.
Read more ...