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Business of the Day

6/23/2016

Say "Hello" to the Greater Blairstown Business Association Featured Business of the Day: Knot Just Flies, LLC!

Fly & sport shop providing hunting an fishing supplies and equipment plus licenses, live bait and instructional classes.

Learn more about this GBBA Business of the Day at their website: http://www.kjfllc.com

Welcome New Members

6/22/2016

The Greater Blairstown Business Association is always growing. June was no exception! Welcome to our new members!

1) Damned Good Chicken on Rt. 94 in Blairstown serves damn good chicken & ice cream as well as various homemade side dishes and a full-service catering menu. Learn more at: www.damngoodchicken.com

2) AVConnexions clients are extremely successful single men and women who are serious about finding love! In this fast-paced world, there is not a lot of time for sifting through online profiles and responding to countless messages that may or may not be truthful. That’s where we come in! AVConnexions, Premier Matchmakers, can take away that burden. Our matchmakers meet and interview every candidate until they find a compatible match for you. Learn more at: www.AVConnexions.com.

3) Jacquie Jenkins is an Independent Consultant for Rodan + Fields. The company is changing skin and changing lives by partnering with independent business owners across the United States to redefine the future of aging. Learn more at: www.RFSkinSolution.com

4) The Inn at Millrace Pond is a 17 room Inn on over 20 acres of beautiful Northern NJ countryside. Bed & Breakfast services are seven days a week. Full menu available in the restaurant and pub. Learn more at: http://www.innatmillracepond.com/

5) Creative Alchemy offers creative inspiration, art and photography. Finding the magic and transforming the ordinary. Learn more at: www.facebook.com/e.riveroartandphotography/

Business of the Day

6/21/2016

Say "Hello" to the Greater Blairstown Business Association Featured Business of the Day: Dalton's Columbia Inn!

A casual, friendly atmosphere, with plenty of room for large groups. Inspired by the everyday family cooking that we grew up with, you’ll feel at home while savoring a great meal in our casual and relaxed dining room or bar area. Join us to experience our attentive service with an at-home friendly atmosphere. Reservations for large parties recommended. Everyone loves a good home-cooked meal!

Learn more about this GBBA Business of the Day at their website: www.daltonscolumbiainn.com

June Meeting

6/16/2016

Thank you to everyone who attended last night's GBBA meeting! Thank you to Linda Powers and Karin Elizabeth White and Burgdorff ERA Realtors for hosting, to The Inn at Millrace Pond for the lovely food and drink and to John Kruk of the Hope Area Chamber of Commerce and Jennifer Unick of BW NICE-Warren County Chapter NJ for sharing information about their great organizations. Looking forward to a great summer for business in Blairstown, Hope and beyond! ‪#‎shoplocal‬‪#‎shopgbba‬ ‪#‎smallbusiness‬

Business of the Day

6/14/2016

Say "Hello" to the Greater Blairstown Business Association Featured Business of the Day: Watch Over Me Pet Sitting LLC!

A boarding alternative providing customized services best suited to keep your pets happy and your mind at ease. If your pets are sick, elderly, recovering from surgery, or require medication we are more than qualified to assist you. Fully insured and bonded.

Learn more about this GBBA Business of the Day at their website: http://www.watchovermealex.com

June Meet & Greet Agenda

6/14/2016

Agenda for 6/15/16 GBBA General Meeting
Networking from 6:00 to 6:30 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 bring items for our Gift Basket Door Prizes to be awarded at the 4th of July.
Please bring items for GoLocal bags to be distributed on the 4th of July (100 items).
Please make sure you sign in. If you would like to speak during public participation, please sign up to do so.

Opening Remarks at 6:30 pm:

Thank you to Burgdorff ERA for hosting.
Self-introduction of members and guests.

Board of Director Reports:

Chairperson – Sandra Roberts at Kaleidoscope Enrichment
1st Vice President – Jeannette Iurato at Panberry Properties
2nd Vice President – Ravi Romano at RE/MAX Ridge Real Estate
Treasurer – Keith Van Derzee of YMCA Camp Mason
Secretary – Angela Heim at MakeUp Eraser
Past Chair – Ron Fischer at Redemption Processing Representatives, Inc.

Old Business:

Please see list of updated Member-to-Member Benefits.
Sign up for discounted subscription to Success Magazine
Business Book Lending Library, Book Discussion, Motivational/Educational Videos
New Members Area of GBBA website
Upcoming events, volunteers needed
- Blairstown 4th of July -- Please volunteer to man the table, donate items for GoLocal bags
- Tour de Blairstown, August 6 -- Please volunteer to vend and coordinate

New Business:

Main Street lighting petition
Jones Farm
Next meeting: Wednesday, July 20, 6 to 8 pm at Fitness Empire. Please invite others. No meeting in August.

Presentation(s) at approximately 7 pm:

John Kruk of the Hope Area Chamber of Commerce will speak about the organization and their upcoming endeavors.
Jen Unick of BW Nice will speak about the new organization.

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 7:30 – 8:00 pm:

Thank you all for attending.

Business of the Day

6/9/2016

Business of the Day: Dale's Antique Clocks.

Antique clocks & music boxes - sales & service

Learn more about this GBBA Business of the Day at their website:
http://www.dalesantiqueclocks.com

New Map View of Members

6/9/2016

Check out our new Map View of GBBA Members! It's easy to bring up their contact information, website and directions to their location via Goggle Maps. Works great on your smartphone too. Be sure to bookmark it for easy viewing! Just one more way to shop local!

Business of the Day

6/8/2016

Business of the Day: The Blairstown Enhancement Committee!

The goal of the Blairstown Enhancement Committee, a non-profit organization, is to create a thriving economy while preserving the character and charm of the area.

Learn more about this GBBA Business of the Day at their website: http://www.blairstownbec.com

GBBA Scholarships Awarded

6/7/2016

For over 30 years the GBBA has served Blairstown and the surrounding area by bringing together local businesses to support the community and one another. We are delighted to announce our 2016 GBBA Scholarship Grants, a 10 year tradition to recognize future business leaders among graduating seniors in the North Warren Regional School District.

It is our sincere hope that our two scholarship recipients find success not only in their education and chosen careers, but also as community members that will one day shape the world.

We had many great applicants this year. We are proud to recognize the following students as winners of our 2016 grants:

Doug Akerstrom, who plans to combine his love of sports with his skills in accounting and marketing to pursue Sports Management in college. Doug is also one of the first in his family to attend. We have no doubt that this young man's energy will propel him to great heights.

Gianna Lorusso, a top-notch student who plans to study Business, with her eye already on a Master's degree. Gianna's letters of recommendation and enthusiastic essay painted the picture of a dedicated, ambitious young women, ready to conquer the world.

Congratulations to you both!
(Many apologies that I couldn't find Doug in the crowd to grab a photo.)