Board of Directors Meeting Change

Due to a scheduling conflict with members who are also on the Cancer Board, our meeting for Wednesday will instead be held Tuesday October 24th at the Sundown at 5:15pm.
Hopefully all will be free for this date/time. Let me know if there are any problems with the change.

Business Fair Dec. 3rd

Couple of new developments to the business fair. Instead of the smaller auditorium we'll be using the larger new one. The smaller is just too small for those already planning to display and hopefully the new-comers. Each displayer will be responsible for any and all cleanup needed for their areas at the end of the event. Also a flat rate will be charged for all who setup displays; $25.00, additionally if any want more than one 8" by 10" display area or table for their displays an additional $20 will be the fee. The original idea of charging a lower fee for Chamber members as an encouragement to the non-members to join in my opinion isn't enough reason to do so. Personally I am sure that a discount of $5 or $10 isn't enough to be entising in the first place, moreover if the event is successful even moderately so is in itself reason to join the Chamber. The simple fact that something new is happening, and more new and exciting things are in the offing is reason to join and be a part of the Chamber. We have to find a way to pay for events such as this and I can't imagine any business being burdened by a $25 fee to enable them to exhibit their business in such a positive way.
Barb Wardenburg has offered the use of 12 free standing rack/pole assemblies that she owns in exchange for her $25 setup charge, which I think is a reasonable and fair trade. I asked her to see if she could find out if we could rent additional rack/pole setups and to find out the price if any others would like the option of using them. Sherry Witte and Barb Wardenburg will be organizing, contacting businesses and hopefully with a little help from the rest of us this will be a great success. I for one am looking forward to the event, even though I originally had doubts, I'm starting to get excited as preparations are being started.
Please post/comment if you are able to offer help of any sort or have ideas that we may use in putting this event on.
I would also like to get your opinions on spending a bit more to advertise this first time event than has been previously discussed. Hey guys, we've got cash in the bank we aren't putting to good use drawing an insignificant amount of interest, I feel as if we should really promote this and spend a little bit more to do so..???
Tell me what you think.

Help Wanted: Bloggers in training

As you'll notice, the previous posts are not finished or even edited or for that matter even correct. This is just a learning experience for me, and I could certainly use your help. Up to date information on events, especially from those involved and "in the know" would be useful. Also, if any of you are familiar with this thing called Blogging, please lend a hand.
Jessica, how bout an update post on the Welcome to Williamsburg baskets? How's it going, what's the status?
Fonda, Casino night? Any dealers (wanna-be gamblers) discovered?
Sherry Witte and Barb Wardenburg will spear-head the business fair plans scheduled for December 3rd.
Chris, we got to get together gal, I'm spending more time with your husband than I ought to, starting to get nervous about the bill. :)

October Board of Directors Meeting

Several board members have another conflicting meeting scheduled for Wednesday the 20th. Therefore we will need to re-schedule the Chamber meeting to accomodate. I am able to meet any day that week, so I understand is Fonda, Kathy Jones and Barb Hopp. Tuesday, perhaps? Let us know by posting here either as a comment or logging in with a post.
Thanks.
John Leathers

Halloween on the Square

Please let us know if you'd like to participate.This year Halloween on the Square will be on Tuesday between 3:00 and 5:00pm. Children will be collecting candy from participating Chamber members' stores.Please contact Barb Hopp or John Leathers if you need a poster to advertise the event (and let the kids know candy is waiting for them).

House Walk

Saturday December 3rd between 10:00am and 6:00pm.the following homes will be open for this annual event:
Kathy Jones' home at 333 First Street.
Someone else's home down the street.
Grouchy old lady's home further down the block.
add and edit as needed
Tickets for the House Walk will be sold at the Castle. Christmas decorations at the Castle will be open for the public at no cost.