Events for July 2015
Meadville-Western Crawford County Chamber of Commerce
Jul 1    Leadership Meadville 6 Applicaiton Deadline
Looking to further your training? Then look no further.  The Meadville-Western Crawford County Chamber of Commerce is ready to host it's 6th Class for Leadership Meadville and applications are now being accepted through July 1, 2015.

The MISSION of Leadership Meadville:  To identify and develop current and future leaders through a comprehensive program designed to increase knowledge and awareness of the issues and challenges facing this community.
 
Our VISION is to be a highly valued and respected program recognized for the quality and diversity of its members, who remain committed to improving our region through ongoing education, awareness, and involvement.


Leadership is often the difference between success and failure for businesses, organizations and communities.  Leadership Meadville was created for leadership skill development and asset discovery by engaging class participants with the leaders of various business sectors in our area. 
 
As part of the application process, interviews will take place in July and August.  Class 6 of Leadership Meadville will begin with Orientation day on Thursday, August 27, 2015
 
A maximum of 18 individuals who live and/or work in Crawford County will come together on the second Friday of each month, September 2015 through May 2016, to develop their skills and learn how to apply their knowledge to the workplace and community.
 
We continue to improve the program based on participant feedback, making Leadership Meadville even more relevant and applicable. We are proud of the leadership roles taken in the region by our five classes of graduates.
 
Please consider participation in the 2015-16 class and/or share this information with your employees or colleagues who you think might be interested.
 
Thank you for your help in supporting our businesses and communities!   Please contact the Meadville-Western Crawford County Chamber of Commerce with any questions at 814-337-8030.

Click here to access the Word document application and submit directly to The Chamber of Commerce at 908 Diamond Park, Meadville, PA 16335. It can also be submitted via email to kstaudt@meadvillechamber.com.

 
Date: July 1, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Locations will vary depending on the Business industry sector for that month. However we will meet at Wesbury to start and finish the day.
Contact: Karen Staudt
EMail: kstaudt@meadvillechamber.com
Date/Time Details: Sept. to May, 2nd Friday of each month from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Chamber Members: $500.00
Non Members: $600.00
Partial scholarships may be available
Jul 9    Ambassadors Meeting
Join the Chamber Ambassadors as they help promote the Chamber of Commerce philosophy and our member businesses.

If you are a Chamber member who is looking to meet new people, make contacts and additional networking opportunities, consider joining us. 

The group meets 8:00 - 9:00 am on the second Thursday of each month, at the Chamber office.
Date: July 9, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Chamber Board Room   
Contact: Karen Staudt
EMail: kstaudt@meadvillechamber.com
Date/Time Details: second Thursday of each month
8:00 - 9:00 am
Jul 10    Business Women's Roundtable
The Business Women’s Round Table group would like to sincerely thank the sponsors, speakers,  vendors, attendees and the staff at the Riverside Golf Course & Conference Center for making the Women in Business Expo such a huge success! 120 women enjoyed a fabulous evening of networking, listening to four dynamic women business leaders in our community, sampling great food and cocktails, meeting new people, learning more about many women owned or managed companies and more… We want to hear your feedback if you attended this event by emailing comments to Christa at cbattin@meadvillechamber.com.
 
Next meeting:
Monday, November 10th at 5p.m. in the Chamber Board Room
Topic: feedback and overview of Women in Business Expo and discussing “hot topics” to be discussed in 2015.
 
December meeting: Monday, December 8th at 5p.m. in the Chamber Board Room
Topic: Recap of 2014 & Holiday Party!
 
Date: July 10, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Chamber of Commerce
908 Diamond Park
Meadville
Contact: Christa Battin, 337-8030
EMail: cbattin@meadvillechamber.com
Date/Time Details: 2nd Monday of each month
5:00 pm
Fees/Admission: Free to Chamber Members
Jul 11    RE/MAX Open House
Enjoy the cozy comfort of this move in ready split level home. Located in West Mead Township, this home has a main level open floor plan with patio doors to the spacious deck that overlooks the large back yard, Updated bath with a double vanity, thermal windows, laminate flooring, freshly painted, these are just a few of the touches that make this feel like home. The lower level boasts a spacious family room, full bath with a jetted tub and plenty of storage in the laundry area and garage. Outdoors yu have a large back yard for outside fun and a shed for all your garden items and toys.
Date: July 11, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 21736 Golden Dr. Meadville
Contact: Martha Pedersen 814-322-0129
EMail: mpedesen@remax.net
Jul 11    RE/MAX Open House
Attractive 3 bedroom/1 bath home with picturesque vews close to Saegertown schools and I 79. Many updates including windows throughout the main level and Corian counter tops. All bedrooms have hardwood floors. Large 20'x16' living room plus 27'x14' family room with gas fireplace on the lower level. Attached garage and two newer sheds. Nice lot with paved driveway including turnaround. Home sits a good distance off the road. Central air and forced air gas heat. Public sewage and well water.
Date: July 11, 2015
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 19065 State Hwy 198, Saegertown
Contact: Chandler Mason 814-573-6206
EMail: cmason@remax.net
Jul 15    Business After Hours


Luminous Water Solutions




This great monthly networking event is back for the new year.  Don't miss this opportunity to meet new business contacts and re-connect with old ones. 

50/50, door prizes and so much more!

Be sure to stop by each Business After Hours every month and other Chamber events to register for your shot at FREE DUES! A 2016 Chamber Membership will be given away later this year. The more events you attend, the more chances you get to win!

Please RSVP to the Chamber so our hosts know how many people to plan for.

 
Date: July 15, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Luminous Water Solutions
15454 Conneaut Lake Road
Meadville
Contact: Please RSVP to Mary at the Chamber
EMail: mspicer@meadvillechamber.com
Date/Time Details: July 15, 2015
5-7 pm
Fees/Admission: Free for Chamber Members
Jul 16    RE/MAX Open House
Beautiful 3 bedroom home with paved driveway close to Allegheny College. Recently installed French doors open from the dining room to back deck with freestanding plumbed gas heater. Backyard also boasts a raised bed garden, fire pit, fencing and plenty of entertaining space. Large living room features electric fireplace insert. Gorgeous kitcen renovated in 2013 including a charming nook. Hardwood floors and original woodwork. ceramic tiled second floor bath. Enclosed front porch gives additional entertainment space. Walk up attic. Rood and furnace installed within the past 10 years.
Date: July 16, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 335 Meadow St. Meadville
Contact: Chandler Mason 814-573-6206
EMail: cmason@remax.net
Jul 18    RE/MAX Open House
Easy living...Is what you will find in this 1.5 story home in West Mead. Extensive updates inside and out! Large eat in kitchen with lots of cabinetry and large eating area, nice living room and dining/office area, large master bedroom and bath on main floor. 2nd floor offers 2nd bedroom and playroom/bonus space. Sliders to rear deck, nice basement storage with walk out, gravel drive, nice yard. LOW TAXES!
Date: July 18, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 11776 Livermore Rd. Meadville
Contact: Andy Bacallao 814-795-7855
EMail: andyb01234@gamil.com
Jul 18    RE/MAX Open House
Attractive 2 story colonial in great North End location! This well built home features 4 BRs, 3 BAs, 2 wood burning fireplaces and a private, tree shaded lot. It also boasts of a spacious eat in kitchen, formal dining room with bay window, lovely living room with sood burning fireplace, cozy office/study and bath on main level. central air. Hardwood floors under carpet. FLoored attic provides lots of storage. Basement has big partially finished rec room with wood burning fireplace. Pleasant enclosed porch overlooks private backyard. 2 car attached garage with blacktop drive. Frontage on 3 brick streets.
Date: July 18, 2015
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 223 Jefferson St Meadville
Contact: Richard ''Biff'' Kress 814-724-9853
EMail: rbkress@remax.net
Jul 19    26th Annual Wesbury Chicken BBQ & Craft Fair
Each year Wesbury pulls together a festival that attracts close to 5,000 visitors. Held on campus, this free event is always the third Sunday of July from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. It includes a Family Fun Zone with games and train rides, outdoor and indoor entertainment, crafters and other vendors, and an Antique and Classic Car Cruise In. In addition, the Sunset Auxiliary holds its annual rummage, book and bake sale. Of course, there are chicken and rib dinners on sale that includes several side dishes and homemade pie or cake.
Date: July 19, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://wesbury.com/
Location: Wesbury Retirement Community 31 N Park Avenue Meadville, PA 16335
Contact: Please contact Melissa Grinnell in the Wesbury Foundation Office with any questions. 814-332-9712. Crafters are welcome!!!
EMail: mgrinnell@wesbury.com
Date/Time Details: Sunday, July 19, 2015 from 11:00 - 5:00
Fees/Admission: Free Admission and parking, Chicken & Rib ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for kids 10 & under.
Jul 25    Job Fair (Representing 200 companies)
JOB FAIR

WHO:  M-Ploy Temporaries, Inc., All Seasons Placement, Inc., & Heartfelt Home Healthcare, Inc

WHEN:  Saturday, July 25th

TIME:  9:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.

WHERE:  5681 ROUTE 6N, Edinboro, PA


Immediate interviews or acceptance of applications/resume for the following types of jobs:

Labor                                    R.N.'s
Technical                            L.P.N.'s
Professional                        C.N.A.'s
Clerical                                Home Health Care Aides
Medical                                Caregivers


For more details call Sheila @  814-838-2743

 
Date: July 25, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.m-ploytemporaries.com, www.m-ploytemporaries.com, www.heartfeltcare.com
Location: Girl Scouts Building at 5681 Route 6N, Edinboro, PA
Contact: sheilag@allseasonsplacement.com
EMail: michaelv@m-ploytemporaries.com
Date/Time Details: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free
Jul 25    RE/MAX Open House
3 BR/1.5 BA vinyl sided home with over sized, heated 2 car garage close to Allegheny College on the North End of Meadville. Woodburner in the garage along with fireplace in the living room. Large eat in kitchen fully applianced with breakfast bar. Built in bookcases and lots of storage. First floor laundry. New roof and hot water heater in 2011. Two large covered patios in north and east end of house. Nice lot just under 1/2 acre with large shed on the property.
Date: July 25, 2015
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 580 Limber Rd. Meadville
Contact: Chandler Mason 814-573-6206
EMail: cmason@remax.net
Jul 26    RE/MAX Open House
This is a beautiful 3 BR cape cod sitting on 30 acres of property. Breathtaking view from the very large deck off the living room. Pond and wild life in your backyard. Come see the inside of this home. Lovely layout great for entertaining or very comfortable living. Tastefully done/high quality. Master bedroom large bath and laundry all on main floor. Large walk in closets, 2 car garage and large pole building. Downstairs is your movie theater room, complete with large screen, comfortable seating and surroung sound you just need your popcorn!
Date: July 26, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: 17272 State Hwy 98 Meadville
Contact: Judy Duffy 814-332-8869
EMail: jamduffy@hotmail.com
Jul 31 - Aug 1    Thunder in the City Classic Car & Bike Show 2015
7th Annual Thunder in the City
Classic Car & Motorcycle Fest
  
FREE FAMILY FUN ENTERTAINMENT!
 
Come join us for the 7th Annual Thunder In The City Classic Car & Bike Show.
 
Get out your classic car, corvette or motorcycle and get ready to have some fun!

Friday night is filled with street dancing and music at the main stage from The Gray Hounds beginning at 6:00 pm.  Bring your friends, lawn chairs and dancing shoes. New this year will be 2 great movies at The Academy Theatre.  Friday night will be a showing of Wild Hogs and on Saturday morning families will want to see the animated Cars.  Attendance to both movies is free with the donation of one canned good per person.  The movies are sponsored by Armstrong Cable and Firehouse Tap & Grille.
 
Saturday you can enjoy the excitement of the Classic Cars as they line up around Diamond Park and hear the sounds of the motors as the Bikes and corvettes parade into Downtown Meadville.
 
While in the Diamond strolling around all of the Classic Cars, bring your kids to the Kidz Zone for fun on the inflatables. Food throughout the event will be provided by local restaurants and food vendors.
 
Live radio broadcasts at the Diamond, courtesy of COOL 101.7 FM and Forever Broadcasting.

The 5th Annual Rusty Hanaway Bike Ride takes off at 12:30 from Street Track 'n Trail, immediately followed by the Community Chevrolet Corvette Parade.  Hundreds of motorcycles and dozens of corvettes will make their way into downtown Meadville. Don't miss the roar of their engines during this unique parade! 

Immediately following the Parade will be Channellock Challenge.  Register your motorcycle in the competition under one of several categories.  A People's Choice winner will also be chosen.  Judging begins at 2:00 pm Saturday, with the winners announced and trophies presented at 4:00 on the band stage.
 
Stick around all day and enjoy great music on the stage downtown on Park Avenue.  This year's Saturday lineup includes:

    1:30 pm - The Square Roots
    4:00 pm - Sofa King Cool Band
    7:00 pm - Rick and the Roadhouse Rockers
 
And stroll our "Open Market" on Chestnut Street, where vendors will line the sidewalks and business will open their doors. 
DOWNLOAD VENDOR APPLICATIONS HERE

DOWNLOAD FOOD VENDOR APPLICATIONS HERE
 
More events to be added. Check back for more information to be added as details become available.
 
Event Sponsorships are available.  Call the Chamber staff at 337-8030 for details or
DOWNLOAD SPONSOR INFORMATION HERE .
 
Make it a weekend, Make It Meadville! at Thunder In The City!



 
Date: July 31, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:
Downtown Meadville
Contact: Karen Staudt, 814-337-8030
EMail: kstaudt@meadvillechamber.com
Date/Time Details:
July 31, 5:00-9:00 p.m.
August 1, 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
 
Fees/Admission:
FREE ADMISSION.
Sponsorships are available. 
"Open Market" vendor spaces available for fee.