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SUMMARY:Women In Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:After being cancelled in 2020 and transitioned to a Zoom event in 2021 due to the COVID pandemic\, the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce’s annual Women In Business event will return to The Columns Banquet Center on Wednesday\, May 4\, as a breakfast event! \nThe Columns Banquet Center is located at 2221 Transit Road\, Elma. Doors will open at 8 a.m. for registration\, with a breakfast buffet served at 8:30 a.m. \nWest Seneca Chamber of Commerce members who operate women-owned and women-managed businesses or organizations are invited to host informational tables during the event. Any Chamber members meeting this criteria are invited to contact the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce to reserve a vendor table. Vendor tables are limited and will be offered on a first come\, first served basis. \nAlso during the event\, the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will hold a basket auction and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets for the breakfast are priced at $25; tickets for the basket auction and raffles are extra and proceeds will benefit future West Seneca Chamber of Commerce programming. \nFor more information about the breakfast or to become an event sponsor at just $200\, please contact the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900 or stop by the Chamber office in the West Seneca Community Center & Library at 1300 Union Road. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays. \nTo order tickets for the breakfast event\, please call the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900. \nTo host a women-owned/managed business vendor table at the event\, please call 674-4900. Please note that vendor space is limited\, so act quickly! We are asking each vendor hosting an informational table to supply an item for the basket auction. \nAny business\, organization or individual wishing to donate an item for the basket auction is asked to call 674-4900 to arrange drop-off at the Chamber office or pick-up at your location. Prizes should be valued at $25 or more. \nFor more information on the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce\, a nonprofit\, independent business organization serving West Seneca\, South Buffalo and beyond\, please follow the Chamber on Facebook for frequent updates. \n(UPDATE: We would like to thank the sponsors of our 2022 Women In Business breakfast\, including Blutusk Tech\, Clarity Group of NY Inc.\, Empire One Federal Credit Union\, GEICO Local Office West Seneca\, M&T Bank Southgate Plaza Branch\, Northwest Bank and Western New York Federal Credit Union!)
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/women-in-business-breakfast/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T090000
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SUMMARY:Planting Trees: A How-to Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Buffalo Green Fund\, Re-Tree and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County are hosting a course titled Planting Trees: A How-to Workshop\, as a part of their ongoing effort to recognize Erie County’s 200th anniversary. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday\, April 23\, in the large meeting room of the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road. \nAttendees will learn how trees promote better air quality and quality of life\, how to select the right tree for the right location\, proper planting techniques and more. All attendees will also receive a free one-year membership to the University Heights Tool Library ensuring they have all the tools they need to plant trees.  \nThe course is free of charge and open to the public through the generous financial support of the Baird Foundation and Erie County. Those who wish to attend are asked to email their name\, email address and phone number to info@BuffaloGreenFund.org.  \nBeginning April 30\, event partners will begin planting 200 trees on city streets and in county parks through major plantings to commemorate Erie County’s 200th anniversary.  \nThe morning will end with a tree planting on the grounds of the West Seneca Community Center at approximately 11:30 a.m. Host of the workshop is the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. 
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/planting-trees-a-how-to-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T104500
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220404T132010Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Cybersecurity with the FBI and CISA
DESCRIPTION:Small Businesses Make Big Targets: Why Maintaining Your Company’s Cybersecurity Is So Important! \n9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday\, April 20 \nNo company is too small to be potentially hacked or targeted by a cyber-criminal. A false sense of security might make you an easier victim. \nOur nation is experiencing a heightened emphasis on cybersecurity related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict\, but what does that mean for a small business? \nIn this webinar\, gain insight and answers — in understandable terminology — from the FBI\, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)\, and Better Business Bureau. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/63595075138398222
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-cybersecurity-with-the-fbi-and-cisa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T171505Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting\, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, April 14\, in the large meeting room of the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road. Board members only\, please.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/chamber-board-of-directors-meeting-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220328T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T125343Z
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SUMMARY:Ribbon-cutting at Freewheel Bike Shop
DESCRIPTION:Please join the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting event at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, April 5\, to celebrate the grand opening of Freewheel Bike Shop\, 4184 Seneca Street (corner of Mill Road)\, Suite 103\, West Seneca. The ribbon-cutting will take place at 11 a.m. sharp\, with an open house at the new business continuing until 5 p.m. Weather permitting\, a group bike ride will leave the store at 5 p.m.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/ribbon-cutting-at-freewheel-bike-shop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T100000
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SUMMARY:Erie County Grant Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will host a seminar to help explain several grants currently being offered to Erie County businesses and nonprofit organizations. This free event\, open to Chamber members and nonmembers\, will take place from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday\, March 30\, in the large meeting room within the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road\, West Seneca. Registration will begin at 8:45 a.m. \nVicki Haas\, business assistance specialist\, Office of Economic Development\, Erie County Environment & Planning\, will offer information on Erie County’s Storefront Revitalization Program\, Micro-Enterprise Loan/Grant program\, ErieNet Broadband Initiative and the Cultural Funding Program. Informational handouts will also be available during the presentation. \nSeating is limited and RSVPs are required for this very important seminar. To RSVP\, please call the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900. Light refreshments will be served. 
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/erie-county-grant-seminar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T130000
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CREATED:20220307T191241Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Online Sports Betting - Protecting Your Employees\, Your Business and Your Identity
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 21\, 2022\n12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nNow that online sports gambling is legal in New York State\, it’s time to take steps to protect your business\, identity\, and to educate your employees. \nJoin BBB as they welcome experts from the New York Council on Problem Gambling and Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Rochester for this informative session. \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckdOmoqzgqHNW_64IiEwojYQJEmLvNHxoI?_x_zm_rtaid=YUCjEBB6TtWKacMtkayuXg.1646680332468.7f02bb034c371a79bb88c891785cf9e4&_x_zm_rhtaid=454
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-online-sports-betting-protecting-your-employees-your-business-and-your-identity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220307T190959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T190959Z
UID:20357-1647432000-1647435600@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Customer Reviews 2.0 - What You Need to Know!
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 16\, 2022\n12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nEvery year\, more importance is placed on customer reviews. And it’s not only what people are saying about your business\, it’s how you respond that matters now more than ever. \nJoin BBB’s Melanie McGovern as they go through the latest data and information on the importance of customer reviews\, and how and when to respond. \nThis session will be recorded so if you cannot attend\, please register for the link. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/876545384708034829?ei=535920&eri=93314916&dsi=1716002&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Share%3A+Upcoming+BBB+Webinars+for+March%21&utm_source=sp&sp_tag=Register+Here%21&sp_pvosi=73970
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-customer-reviews-2-0-what-you-need-to-know/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220128T145939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T150052Z
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SUMMARY:ConnectLife Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Chamber-sponsored blood drive to take place on March 11.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/connectlife-blood-drive-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220128T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T145817Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting\, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, March 10\, West Seneca Community Center & Library. Board members only\, please.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/chamber-board-of-directors-meeting-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220208T162929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T162929Z
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SUMMARY:Ribbon-cutting at Not Just Cakes
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 10 a.m. Saturday\, Feb. 19\, for a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the opening of Not Just Cakes at 381 Abbott Road\, South Buffalo.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/ribbon-cutting-at-not-just-cakes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211230T171128Z
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SUMMARY:75th Annual Community Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The West Seneca Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the organization’s 75th annual Community Awards. An awards dinner will take place on Feb. 16 at Kloc’s Grove in West Seneca. \nCitizen of the Year\, Robert Breidenstein: In addition to a career in education\, Breidenstein is active in numerous organizations\, including Wings Flights of Hope\, the West Seneca Citizens Budget Advisory Committee\, WNY Educational Service Council\, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, West Seneca Softball\, West Seneca Rotary Club and more. \nEducator of the Year\, Keith Ersing: As music teacher and choral/drama director at West Seneca West Senior High School since 2000\, Ersing is always busy working with our students as they prepare for performances\, rehearsals\, festivals\, shows and auditions\, above and beyond his work in the classroom. A lifelong resident of West Seneca\, he is a tireless advocate of promoting\, protecting\, preserving and funding the arts. \nBusiness of the Year\, Armstrong’s Barber Shop: Always striving to be a cornerstone of our town\, the team at Armstrong’s Barber Shop is heavily involved in service to our community\, offering free haircuts for veterans\, participating in the Suicide Awareness Walk\, creating awareness of breast cancer initiatives\, contributing to Toys for Tots\, supporting local fundraisers and serving as a drop-off location for the annual West Seneca Chamber of Commerce Community Food Drive. \nCommunity Service Organization of the Year\, West Seneca Historical Society: Organized in 1957\, the West Seneca Historical Society maintains and operates the West Seneca Historical Museum on Mill Road\, conducts numerous outreach programs and lectures\, designates historic sites in town with appropriate markers\, responds to frequent requests from our citizens\, and promotes and encourages historical research. \nChamber Member of the Year\, ConnectLife: As Western New York’s only organ\, eye\, tissue and community blood bank\, the mission of ConnectLife is to educate the community\, inspire donations and connect lives. ConnectLife supplies more than 75% of the blood used at regional hospitals\, with every unit of blood donated to ConnectLife staying right here in our community. They also work very closely with the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce to host several annual blood drives. \nThe 75th annual awards dinner will feature a few surprises and will also recognize last year’s award winners who could not attend the traditional dinner event due to pandemic restrictions. Winners in 2021 included the following: Citizens of the Year\, Roxann Gaghich and Thomas McDonnell; Educator of the Year\, Renee Day; Business of the Year\, Yost Neon Displays Inc.; Community Service Organization of the Year\, Firemen’s Memorial Exhibit Center of WNY; and Chamber Member of the Year\, Chakra.  \nThe West Seneca Chamber of Commerce would like to thank this year’s Community Award sponsors\, including Beyond Print Solutions; EFPR Group\, LLP\, CPAs – Raymond M. Nowicki\, CPA\, Partner; GEICO Local Office West Seneca; Law Office of Paul Notaro; Seneca Health Care Center; Spectrum Health and Human Services; and Sgroi Financial\, LLC. \nFor information on tickets for the Feb. 16 event\, event sponsorship or advertising in the event program\, please contact the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/75th-annual-community-awards-dinner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T130000
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CREATED:20220127T173757Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Setting and Attaining Goals for 2022
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday Feb 16\, 2022\n12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.\nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8255487764704849421 \nNow that we are into the new year\, how are you doing with those 2022 goals? One of the reasons we abandon our goals is that we aren’t specific enough. \nJoin Better Business Bureau as they welcome Greg Lindberg from the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Buffalo District Office\, as he discusses the most effective ways to set and achieve goals this year. \nThis program will connect the dots from setting goals to your unique selling proposition and help you thrive. There will be time for live Q&A at the end of the session and it will be recorded.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-setting-and-attaining-goals-for-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220211T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T183821Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Say Yes to Wedding Savings!
DESCRIPTION:Are you or someone you know planning a wedding? Join Better Business Bureau and Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Rochester from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday\, February 15\, 2022\, to learn more about how to look for reputable wedding vendors/venues\, what to do before signing a contract or putting down any money\, and how to save for your big day! \nThis event will also be live on BBB’s Facebook page. If you can’t make it\, a recording will be available to those who sign up. \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcufuusrD0vHd1OL3dKrhtlD_us3WViwLic
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-say-yes-to-wedding-savings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211230T170937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T170937Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting\, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, Feb. 10\, West Seneca Community Center & Library. Board members only\, please.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/chamber-board-of-directors-meeting-27/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20220111T152735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T152835Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar Series: Access to Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join Better Business Bureau’s Melanie McGovern as they welcome Matthew Kennedy from Empire State Development’s Division for Small Business and Technology Development. Matt will discuss New York State’s Small Business Loan programs and major technical assistance programs\, including:\n• NYS Contract Reporter\n• Entrepreneurial Assistance Centers\, and\n• Business Mentor NY.\nThese programs are designed to help NY businesses grow and thrive. There will be a short presentation and time for Q&A.\nDate: Wednesday\, January 19\, 2022\nTime: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkcuGtqjsjGdN7h57Mk7MaCOk7lsJr933k
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-series-access-to-capital/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211230T170838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T170838Z
UID:18365-1642419000-1642422600@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Business Tour at B Fit
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Business Tour at B Fit\, 4184 Seneca St.\, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday\, Jan. 17. Check out a local business\, network and enjoy some healthy lunchtime snacks! RSVP to the Chamber at 674-4900.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/behind-the-business-tour-at-b-fit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211230T170734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T170734Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting\, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, Jan. 13\, West Seneca Community Center & Library. Board members only\, please.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/chamber-board-of-directors-meeting-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211230T170455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T170554Z
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SUMMARY:Community Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:In an effort to assist and replenish food pantries in West Seneca and neighboring communities\, the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will host a food drive during the month of January.  \n“We held our first food drive last January and it was so successful that we helped replenish seven local food pantries\,” said Joe Kirchmyer\, executive director of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. “And to kick off our second annual food drive\, an anonymous West Seneca Chamber of Commerce member is donating $1\,000 to the West Seneca Community Food Pantry at St. David’s Episcopal Church!” \nTo encourage donations\, every donor will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win West Seneca-themed products courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce. \nNonperishable food items and personal care products can be dropped off at the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce office in the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road\, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday throughout the month of January. Pick-ups for larger donations can be arranged by contacting the Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900. Cash donations will also be accepted. Please be mindful of expiration dates on food donations as expired products will not be accepted. \nSecondary drop-off locations during January will include the following West Seneca businesses:\n• Armstrong’s Barber Shop\, 2852 Seneca St.\n• GEICO Local Office West Seneca\, 1102 Union Road\n• Rusty Nickel Brewing Company\, 4350 Seneca St.\n• WNY Federal Credit Union\, 1937 Union Road \nThe West Seneca Chamber of Commerce is an independent business organization dedicated to serving the local community. For more information\, please call 674-4900 or follow the Chamber on Facebook for frequent updates.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/community-food-drive-2/
LOCATION:West Seneca Community Center & Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T131354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T131354Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 21\, 2021\n1 to 2 p.m. \nJoin us as we discuss and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online\, then turn these insights into well-informed\, actionable decisions. We will discuss using Google Analytics to help you collect and interpret real-time information\, review some of the reports and terms used so you can learn more about your target audience and how to achieve your business goals. \nIn this session we’ll talk about:\n• Identifying business goals (and how you plan to use your online presence to achieve them).\n• Incorporating data into your plan.\n• A focus on introducing Google Analytics and how to use this tool to make better business decisions. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6609009780481858063
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-make-better-business-decisions-with-analytics-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211020T133132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T133132Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:West Seneca Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting\, 12:15 p.m. Thursday\, Dec. 9\, West Seneca Community Center & Library. Board members only\, please.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/chamber-board-of-directors-meeting-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T131138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T131138Z
UID:16976-1638885600-1638889200@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 7\, 2021\n2 to 3 p.m. \n\nWant your business to be found online? Need to figure out how to manage your business on Google Search and Maps? Hide your address?\nJoin us to learn the importance of verifying and how to use your Google Business Profile effectively. This is a free profile for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. \nIn this session\, we’ll show you how to:\n• Create or claim your Business Profile on Google.\n• Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps.\n• Tips\, tricks\, and what’s new!\n• Hands-on demo of the features discussed. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7084444107179955727
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211020T133335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T133335Z
UID:16800-1638640800-1638651600@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:Community Holiday Party: A Christmas Tree & Holiday Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, the town’s Community Holiday Party\, hosted annually by local service organizations\, turned into a spur-of-the-moment Christmas Tree Auction thanks to pandemic restrictions related to large gatherings. The auction ended up being a huge success\, with sizable donations made to both The SPCA Serving Erie County and Kids Escaping Drugs. \nThis year\, the Christmas Tree Auction returns\, and the event will be much bigger and better! \nIn addition to 10 Christmas trees that will be adopted and decorated by local businesses and organizations and auctioned off to the highest bidders in mid-December\, members of the West Seneca Art Society will donate 10 pieces of seasonal artwork that will also be auctioned off to the highest bidders. This year\, proceeds from the auctions will benefit the West Seneca Historical Society\, Firemen’s Memorial Exhibit Center of WNY and the Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service. \nA Christmas Tree & Holiday Art Experience from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 4\, will officially kick off the festivities. Held in the West Seneca Community Center & Library at 1300 Union Road\, attendees to this ticketed event will have the first opportunity to see the lighted trees and bid on both the trees and artwork. Public viewings and bidding will then open to the public beginning Dec. 5 and will continue through Dec. 15. Secret bids can be made at the Community Center & Library or by contacting the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900. \nThose attending the Dec. 4 Christmas Tree & Holiday Art Experience will also enjoy food stations\, beverage stations\, holiday music by Grace Greenan and a silent auction organized by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. Winners of the silent auction will leave the Dec. 4 event with their prizes. Highlights include a brand new electric guitar with amplifier and case\, autographed Buffalo Bills photos\, artwork\, gift baskets and more. \nOnly 100 tickets will be sold for the Dec. 4 event at a cost of $25 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased in the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce office or by calling the Chamber at 674-4900. Cash and check payments are preferred to avoid credit card fees. Those paying for tickets by check should make their check out to the West Seneca Lions Club. \nWest Seneca service organizations taking part in the event include the Art Society\, Chamber of Commerce\, Kiwanis Club\, Lions Club\, Rotary Club and Woman’s Club. \nFor updates\, please follow the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce on Facebook. Businesses or organizations that would like to sponsor the event or donate to the silent auction can also contact the Chamber for details.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/community-holiday-party-a-christmas-tree-holiday-art-experience/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T130912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T130912Z
UID:16974-1638360000-1638363600@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Sell Online with E-Commerce Tools
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 1\, 2021\n12 to 1 p.m. \nLearn how to sell your products online. We’ll walk through listing your products for free with Google My Business and Merchant Center. And\, we’ll show you one way to sell on your website\, using an E-Commerce store built with Shopify. Plus\, learn about more helpful tools to stand out online\, such as Local Opportunity Finder and Grow My Store. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll:\n• Discuss the Products tab in Google My Business.\n• Introduce Google Merchant Center and the basics of creating a free account and a product feed.\n• Show you how to set up an E-Commerce website using Shopify. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6364962179455831055
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-sell-online-with-e-commerce-tools/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T130628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T130628Z
UID:16972-1637229600-1637233200@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Make Your Website Work for You
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 18\, 2021\n10 to 11:00 a.m. \nLearn how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals. Whether you’re launching a new website or sprucing up an old one\, this workshop will help. During this webinar\, we will discuss:\n• Fundamentals of what makes a strong website.\n• Explore ideas to engage potential customers.\n• Introduce Google tools that can help you build a strong\, findable website and uncover insights about what your customers are searching for. \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8728751651890922255
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-make-your-website-work-for-you/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T130237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T130328Z
UID:16967-1637064000-1637067600@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Holiday Helper Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 16\, 2021\n12:00 to 1:00 p.m. \nDid you know that 81% of people who lost money online in 2020 didn’t check the website out with another source? More than 201 million Americans (79%) plan to purchase gifts this holiday season\, spending an estimated $167 billion. In this ever-changing landscape of electronic transactions and information sharing technology\, it’s vital to have a plan this holiday season to keep your information safe and avoid scams. Join Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York\, in partnership with Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Rochester\, as we help you navigate holiday shopping this year to make sure you get what you pay for! \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcu2upz8rGdbhFXND9e9X4AzvynumwlpF?_x_zm_rtaid=uqSG2qjEQymjr-3ErpPSng.1635430040277.81bc45aa0ca3c9c55f141bb29396fd41&_x_zm_rhtaid=786
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-holiday-helper-seminar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211007T160608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T163411Z
UID:16604-1637053200-1637056800@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:One-Minute Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:From 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 16\, the Chamber will host one of its popular “one-minute networking events\,” where those in attendance have approximately one or two minutes to give a brief update on the state of their business or organization. Following these updates\, attendees have an opportunity to network with fellow participants. This event will be held in the large meeting room of the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road. You can reserve a seat at the event by calling the Chamber at 674-4900.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/one-minute-networking-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211007T160512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T171214Z
UID:16602-1636546500-1636551000@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:Annual Chamber of Commerce Open Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At 12:15 p.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 10\, the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual open board of directors meeting in the large meeting room within the West Seneca Community Center & Library at 1300 Union Road. During this meeting\, the Chamber will announce the results of its Board of Directors election. Board meetings typically last from 60 to 75 minutes. If interested in attending and learning more about how the Chamber operates\, please RSVP by calling the Chamber office at 674-4900.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/annual-chamber-of-commerce-open-board-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T131625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T131625Z
UID:16980-1636545600-1636549200@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Torch Award for Ethics
DESCRIPTION:The BBB is hosting a webinar for businesses to learn more about BBB’s Torch Award for Ethics. The application process opens on Dec. 1\, 2021. \n\nRegister here: https://www.bbb.org/stream/page/20516/en/torch-award-for-ethics-informational-webinar/0/104?sharable=1
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-torch-award-for-ethics/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T053218
CREATED:20211029T130047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T130047Z
UID:16965-1636455600-1636459200@westseneca.org
SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Grow With Google
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Google Ads\nTuesday\, November 9\, 2021\n11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. \nIn this session we’ll talk about:\n• How to create an account and set up an ad campaign\n• How to write great ads\, refine keywords\, and include ad extensions\n• How to measure success \nRegister here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5751123529365813771
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-grow-with-google/
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