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SUMMARY:One-minute networking event
DESCRIPTION:The West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will host one of its popular one-minute networking events from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday\, July 12\, in the large meeting room of the West Seneca Community Center & Library\, 1300 Union Road\, West Seneca. The event is open to both Chamber members and nonmembers\, and reservations are required. \n“We call these meetings a ‘one-minute networking event’ because all attendees have approximately one minute to introduce themselves and give a brief update on their business or organization as we go around the room\,” said Joe Kirchmyer\, executive director of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. “These events were very popular before the pandemic\, so we’re hoping to see everyone come back to the table as we begin to schedule more in-person events.” \nIn addition to having a one-minute spotlight\, attendees will also have an opportunity to network with other business and organizational leaders following the meeting. \nFor more information or to RSVP for the July 12 networking event\, please call the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900 or email director@westseneca.org. For more information on the Chamber\, please visit westseneca.org. You can also follow the organization on Facebook for frequent updates.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/one-minute-networking-event-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T120000
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Scam Tools for Sale - Awareness and Prevention to Keep from Clicking on Malicious Links

DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 30\, 2022\n12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.  \nAbout this event:  \nWhile we’re always concerned about sophisticated hackers\, low-tech scammers can buy an online toolkit – known as a phishing or phish kit – to make it easier for them to manipulate you online. Get the inside scoop on how phish kits are designed and deployed and how you can avoid clicking on links created by criminals.  \nRegister Here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1830542147807730447
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-scam-tools-for-sale-awareness-and-prevention-to-keep-from-clicking-on-malicious-links/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T110000
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SUMMARY:Free Cybersecurity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will offer a free online Zoom workshop titled Cybersecurity Alphabet Soup from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday\, June 28. Presenting will be Tanner Sanderson of West Seneca-based SynchroNet Industries. The event is open to both Chamber members and nonmembers. \nSecuring your computers and network is more complex than ever. You have the choice of AV\, EDR\, MDR\, XDR and more. How can you decide what you really need from this cybersecurity alphabet soup? In this presentation\, Sanderson will explain the security acronyms to help you break through the jargon and identify the best options for your organization. He’ll conclude with a short\, engaging video highlighting critical learning points\, as well as a Q&A session. \nPre-registration is required. To RSVP\, please call or email the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900\, ext. 1\, or director@westseneca.org.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/free-cybersecurity-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220505T170541Z
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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\, June 9\, 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-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T100000
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CREATED:20220520T131002Z
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SUMMARY:Ribbon-cutting at ConnectLife
DESCRIPTION:Ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the expansion of the ConnectLife facility in the Southgate Plaza\, 9 a.m. Friday\, June 3.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/ribbon-cutting-at-connectlife/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T140000
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CREATED:20220510T142834Z
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SUMMARY:Community Food Drive Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:In an effort to assist and help replenish our local food pantries\, the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce will host its second Community Food Drive of 2022. This one will take place throughout the month of June. \n“With inflation and skyrocketing gas prices\, it just not getting any easier on our local families and food pantries\,” said Joe Kirchmyer\, executive director of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. “Our January Community Food Drive was a great success and helped restock eight local food pantries\, but when we were done distributing all that we collected\, we were contacted by additional food pantries. The need is year-round.” \nTo encourage donations\, all donors will be entered into a random drawing for West Seneca-themed retail products\, courtesy of the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. Any other businesses or organizations that would like to donate prizes should contact the Chamber at 674-4900. \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. Pick-ups for larger donations can be arranged by contacting the Chamber of Commerce at 674-4900. Please check all expiration dates as we cannot distribute expired products! \nSecondary drop-off locations include Armstrong’s Barber Shop\, 2852 Seneca St.; GEICO Local Office West Seneca in the Southgate Plaza; M&T Bank Southgate Plaza Branch; and West Seneca Pizza\, 16 French Lea Road.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/community-food-drive-opening-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220315T171803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T165753Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Day of the 2022 West Seneca Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:Our popular West Seneca Farmers’ Market\, brought to you though a unique partnership of the Town of West Seneca and West Seneca Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Western New York Federal Credit Union\, kicks off its 16-week season on Thursday\, May 26! Located on the hill at the corner of Union Road and Main Street\, adjacent to Town Hall\, the market will run from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday evenings through Sept. 15\, weather permitting. There will be no market on June 23 due to West Seneca Community Days. Look for farmers\, food producers\, artisans\, food trucks\, yoga classes\, picnic tables\, nonprofit participation\, entertainment and more each week!
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/opening-day-of-the-2022-west-seneca-farmers-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T110000
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CREATED:20220510T133841Z
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SUMMARY:WNY Federal Credit Union Groundbreaking
DESCRIPTION:Groundbreaking event for expansion of WNY Federal Credit Union\, 1937 Union Road\, at 10 a.m. Friday\, May 13.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/wny-federal-credit-union-groundbreaking/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T133000
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CREATED:20220315T171554Z
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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\, May 12\, 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-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T170000
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SUMMARY:Tech Savvy Ribbon-cutting & Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:A ribbon-cutting and grand opening event will take place at 11 a.m. Monday\, May 9\, at the new location of Tech Savvy at 3768 Seneca St.\, West Seneca.  \nFounded in 2014\, Tech Savvy is a locally owned IT company specializing in cloud\, collaboration\, computer\, data\, email\, network\, server\, security\, video and hardware services. Light refreshments will be provided at the May 9 event. A West Seneca Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting will take place at 11 a.m. sharp. \nFor more information on Tech Savvy\, please visit their website at techwny.com\, call (716) 217-0704 or email info@techwny.com. You can also follow Tech Savvy on Facebook for frequent updates.
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/tech-savvy-ribbon-cutting-grand-opening/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T143000
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CREATED:20220427T133257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T133257Z
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SUMMARY:BBB Webinar: Social Media Basics for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday\, May 5. \nJoin BBB’s Josh Planos and Melanie McGovern as they walk through social media basics for small businesses\, including: \n\nKeeping your accounts protected\nContent ideas\nGeneral “housekeeping” to make sure customers can find you\nPromoting your BBB Accreditation and more!\n\nThey will have a short presentation\, then open it up for your questions. \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqdeqvpjsjE93hpPoRpNCMvxQw5OyRPuOj
URL:https://westseneca.org/event/bbb-webinar-social-media-basics-for-small-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220221T155512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T165621Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T120000
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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
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CREATED:20220404T132010Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220315T171505Z
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:20260429T055856
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
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220307T190406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T190406Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220307T191241Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260429T055856
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220128T145939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T150052Z
UID:19263-1646989200-1647010800@westseneca.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220128T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T145817Z
UID:19261-1646914500-1646919000@westseneca.org
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:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220208T162929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T162929Z
UID:19618-1645264800-1645268400@westseneca.org
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:20260429T055856
CREATED:20211230T171128Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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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:20260429T055856
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:20260429T055856
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
CREATED:20220111T152735Z
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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:20260429T055856
CREATED:20211230T170838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211230T170838Z
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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:20260429T055856
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T055856
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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