The Greater Blairstown Business Association is excited to celebrate National Small Business Week!

Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.

As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness.

Doing good in the community. That's the way to do business! Great work Burgdorff ERA Realtors.

From the office:
"With great appreciation to the volunteer agents from our office, Karin White, Sondra Romano and Linda Powers, as well as a few agents from Re/Max and volunteer vendors from Warren County, NJ, including David Goldenberg of Residential Home Funding, Precision Tree and Landscape, Advanced Tree Care and Farmers Insurance for their time, skill, and dedication to making Realtors Care Day a success in Warren County,NJ. And of course, Jeannie Luongo of the Warren County Board of Realtors!

Thank you,everyone!"

Agenda for 4/19/17 GBBA General Meeting
 
Mission: The purpose of this organization shall be to encourage and support retail, professional and non-profit businesses in the Northwest New Jersey Skylands Region area by promoting activities and events that build a strong local economy, showcase our hometown values and historical traditions, and encourage community members to shop locally.
 
Networking from 6:30 to 6:45 pm:

• Please bring your business cards, brochures, flyers and samples to share! A special members-only table will be available to promote your business.
• Please make sure you sign in. If you would like to speak during public participation, please sign up to do so.

 
Opening Remarks at 6:45 pm:

• Thank you to The Breathing Room for hosting our meeting.
• Thank you to Cheryl Paulson of The Breathing Room for speaking tonight.
• Self-introduction of members and guests.

 
Board of Director Reports:

• Chairperson (Publicity, Scholarship) – Sandra Roberts of Kaleidoscope Enrichment
• 1​st​ Vice President (Membership) – Jeannette Iurato of The Carriage House and The  Blairstown Musseum
• 2​nd​ Vice President (Board Development) – Ravi Romano of RE/MAX Ridge Real Estate
• Treasurer – Keith Van Derzee of YMCA Camp Mason
• Secretary – Angela Heim of MakeUp Eraser
• Member at Large (Events Chair) -- Danielle Miller of Feather Artistry Photography
• Past Chair – Ron Fischer of Redemption Processing Representatives, Inc.

 
Formal Business (some may be covered in board reports)

• Please send in membership renewals and dues

• We can now accept credit cards.
• New GBBA flyers being made for upcoming events.
• New stickers and magnets being ordered for members.

• GBBA Bucks Program Update
• ​Upcoming Events
  • Sip & Shop, April 23
  • Blairstown Fourth, July 4
• Upcoming Meetings
  
  • Wednesday, May 17 at the Foodshed Alliance
    
  • Wednesday, June 21 at AMC Camp Mohican
    
  • Wednesday, July 10 at Brown Financials
    
  • Wednesday, September 20 at YMCA Camp Mason
• New business as needed

 
Speaker: Cheryl Paulson of The Breathing Room at approximately 7:15 pm

• Ways to use meditation and yoga to reduce stress and bring energy and inspiration into your life.

 
Public Participation at approximately 7:30 pm

• Please sign up to present your activities, news, events, etc. Please, no direct solicitation. Everyone will be given 3 to ­5 minutes to share.

 
Closing Remarks and Networking from approximately 7:45 – 8:00 pm:

• Thank you all for attending.

 
 

Local businesses the highlight of fun spring event

Blairstown, NJ April 23, 2017:  The Greater Blairstown Business Association (GBBA) is proud to announce its second Sip & Shop to take place on Sunday, April 23 from 1 to 4 pm at Brook Hollow Winery (594 Route 94, Columbia, NJ 07832). Featuring wine tasting, live music and over a dozen great local vendors, Sip & Shop is the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing day in the sunshine.

Vendors for the day will include local businesses Young Living Oils, LuLaRoe, Jamberry, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, Wildtree, Roden + Fields, Touchstone Crystal, Makeup Eraser, TLC Wrap Boutique, Paulinskill Photography, Kaleidoscope Enrichment. All will have cash and carry items ready for purchase. The GBBA will also have a table with information about its members and door prizes!

Brook Hollow Winery is a family farm nestled in the heart of the scenic Delaware Water Gap area of New Jersey. Each hand-crafted wine is fermented, aged, and bottled by the family. They pride themselves in delivering complex varietals that can be enjoyed alone or easily paired with your favorite meal. In addition to tastings all day, the winery will be hosting a Winery Cook Off, with local home cooks creating dishes inspired by Brook Hollow wines.

Live acoustic music at Sip & Shop will be provided by the talented Kyle Baker.

For  over 30 years, the Greater Blairstown Business Association has worked to encourage and support retail, professional and non-profit businesses in the Northern Warren County, New Jersey area by promoting activities and events that build a strong local economy, showcase our hometown values and historical traditions, and encourage community members to shop locally. As part of that effort, the GBBA hosts monthly networking and business education opportunities for its members and their guests.

To learn more about the GBBA, or to become a member, please email info@shopGBBA.org or visit http://www.shopGBBA.org. 

​Need a little Health & Wellness tune up for Spring? Greater Blairstown Business Association member businesses are here to help get you fit and fabulous! So welcome the start of Spring today by checking out these amazing local businesses!

Want to learn more about the GBBA? Join us for a monthly Meet & Greet to network for free. Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8 pm. Or visit http://www.shopGBBA.org for more information!

Breathing Room Center
Contact: Cheryl Paulson
Website: http://www.breathingroomcenter.com
Email: cheryl@breathingroomcenter.com
Phone: (908) 896-0030
21 Main Street
PO Box 550
Blairstown NJ 07825
Member Since 2015
Breathing Room Center, LLC came to life in 2009 through the vision of founder Cheryl Paulson, Certified & Registered Yoga Instructor. As an active member of the community, Cheryl saw the need for a space where people of all levels of ability could come to move, heal and feel peaceful and supported. Having taught at many yoga “studios” in the past, Cheryl wanted to create a space that was less glossy and more community-oriented. It’s not about designer outfits and expensive yoga gear. It’s about kicking off your muck boots and coming as you are…exactly as you are. Coming home to yourSELF and in the community of others. Whether you’re a skilled athlete, or haven’t tried to touch your toes in quite some time, you will find what you need — and who you need here. More than Yoga ~ Over the years, Breathing Room has been home to many diverse kinds of practices and arts, including hooping, drumming, meditative movement, Pilates, hands-on-healing, and much more! We offer informative workshops and training/certification programs, all at the most reasonable prices and all under one roof. It’s not one kind of a place, but a one-of a kind place where you can Inhale Peace, Exhale Tension!
Category: Wellness

Fitness Empire
Contact: Christian Fiume
Website: http://www.fitnessempiregym.com
Email: fiumec@att.net
Phone: (908) 362-8190
143 State Route 94
Blairstown NJ 07825
Member Since 2011
A full-service upscale fitness center, owned and operated by a fitness industry professional. Certified personal trainers available. Childcare and massage therapy by appointment.
Category: Wellness

Hands of Light by Rosemary LLC
Contact: Rosemary DeTrolio
Website: http://www.rosemaryd.com
Email: rodetrolio@gmail.com
Phone: (908) 798-3427
125 North Locust Lake Road
Blairstown NJ 07825
Member Since 2016
Join me for life enriching classes. I am a Reiki Master Teacher, and angel communicator located in Hope, NJ. I've been in business since 2000. Try out a class, energy work, or angel reading with me.
Category: Wellness

NJ Fit Mom Training and Wellness Coaching
Contact: Jessica Sampieri Griffin
Website: http://www.njfittraining.com
Email: njfitmom@gmail.com
Phone: (973) 229-5788
97 Heller Hill Road
Blairstown NJ 07825
Member Since 2016
NJ Fit is a local family owned business committed to developing character, confidence and community through fitness. We offer the best local training for your time and money. Our challenging workouts will get you the results you want in an encouraging and safe atmosphere. Our trainers are certified with years of professional and personal fitness experience. All of our programs are suited for any level from beginner to marathon runner.
Category: Wellness

Pins and Kneadles Massage
Contact: Donna Konkus
Website: http://pinsandkneadlesmassage.amtamembers.com
Email: pinsandkneadlesmassage@gmail.com
Phone: (201) 396-3796
201 Shiloh Road
Hope NJ 07825
Member Since 2017
As a graduate of the Institute of Therapeutic Massage, I offer Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, and Chair Massage.
Category: Wellness

Tree of Life: Natural Childbirth & Beyond
Contact: Cindy Calvano
Website: http://www.treeoflifenj.com
Email: cindy@treeoflifenj.com
Phone: (908) 509-1279
Budd Lake NJ 07828
Member Since 2016
Offering holistic, non-judgmental, evidence-based childbirth education with The Bradley Method®, birth, sibling, and postpartum doula services, Sacred Postpartum Mother Roaster services, and breastfeeding support.
Category: Wellness

A pathway to wellness- Alex Drazin Young Living distributor...
Contact: Alex Lally
Website: http://www.facebook.com/Apathwaytowellness1
Email: Apathwaytowellness@gmail.com
Phone: (970) 309-4881
Columbia NJ 07832
Member Since 2016
Learn how to help ourselves spiritually, physically, and emotionally through essential oils. Young Living Distributor #1822570
Category: Wellness

Hello GBBA Members,

From Richard Branson's The Virgin Way: Everything I Know About Leadership, "I believe that 'luck' is one of the most misunderstood and underappreciated factors in life. Those people and businesses that are generally considered fortunate or luckier than others are usually also the ones that are prepared to take the greatest risks and, by association, are also prepared to fall flat on their faces every so often."

What do you think? Are you ready to be lucky?

Join us at the March Meet & Greet takes on Wednesday, March 22 from 6:30 to 8 pm at The White Raven at 17 Main Street, Blairstown, NJ.
 
Our special speaker for the evening is Danielle Miller of Feather Artistry Photography. She will speak to us about rebranding our business and the importance of a professional public image.

Please also save the date for our upcoming meetings:
Wednesday, April 19 at The Breathing Room
Wednesday, May 17 at the Foodshed Alliance
Wednesday, June 21 at AMC Camp Mohican
Wednesday, July 10 at Brown Financials
Wednesday, September 20 at YMCA Camp Mason​

And don't forget to save the date for our 2nd Annual Sip & Shop at Brook Hollow Winery on Sunday, April 23 from 12 to 4 pm. 

Please take a moment to RSVP on our March GBBA Meet & Greet event on Facebook so we can get an idea of how many members will be joining us. 

All local businesses owners in Blairstown, Hope, Knowlton, Columbia and Hardwick are welcome to attend to learn more about joining the GBBA.  Members are encouraged to bring a few items to promote their business: brochures, flyers, business cards, etc. to display for the other attendees.

We hope to see you there!

In success,
The GBBA Board