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Chairman’s message Chamber board and staff Annual Business Breakfast on Dec. 7 Forty-two travel to Ireland Project management and teams LFC Youth “Model the Way” Local teachers awarded grants Support small businesses on Nov. 25 More than 500 enjoy Oktoberfest The Foundry celebrates two years First Responders Appreciation Day Networking, development events in Nov. What are your business needs? Holiday Mixer on Dec. 14 Around town with the Chamber Member spotlights Welcome new members Local holiday gift ideas Milestone anniversaries Members in the news PA Chamber update November calendar of events

SAVE THE DATE

DECEMBER 12

HOLIDAY MIXER 5-7 p.m. at Wilson College Join 200+ members from all of the Franklin County chambers of commerce for networking, refreshments, door prizes and more.

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SIP & SAVOR 5:30 p.m. at The Orchards Join the Chamber for an elegant and fun evening with a four-course food and wine pairing, entertainment and more. Details coming soon. Visit www.chambersburg.org/events for details about these events and more. November events are listed on the back of the newsletter.

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Find local talent on Franklin County Works

Frankiln County Works is a local job board managed by a local organization with the intent to help local employers find local talent. It’s - you guessed it - all about the local workforce! Unlike job sites such as CareerBuilder and Indeed, the Franklin County Works job board makes it easy for employers to find workers and examine resumes focused solely on candidates wanting to work in Franklin County. If you’re hiring, post jobs on Franklin County Works to find quality candidates with a desire to work in south central Pennsylvania. Employers may post jobs either on a case-by-case basis or with an annual contract. Members of any chamber of commerce in Franklin County receive discounted rates, including free postings for businesses with 25 or fewer employees. Explore the website at www.FranklinCountyWorks.com. For more information about posting jobs, contact Robin Harmon at [email protected] or 717-264-7101 ext. 205. Advertising opportunities are also available. Thanks to Franklin County Works sponsors: Borough of Chambersburg, HCR ManorCare, Kelly Services, Menno Haven, Summit Health and VerStandig Broadcasting.

Shop Small Sweepstakes: Win up to $500! Check items off your holiday list, support local businesses and enter to win great prizes with the Shop Small Sweepstakes from November 3 to December 15. Shoppers have the chance to win up to $500 simply by supporting our community’s small businesses. Use your Shop Small Sweepstakes card and mark off experiences at a local small business. Once you have completed at least five experiences, submit your card to the Chamber with receipts and you will be entered in the drawing. Prizes include $500 cash, $250 in Chamber Dollars, $100 in Chamber Dollars, $50 in Chamber Dollars and a gift card gift basket. Shop Small Sweepstakes kicks-off during the Holiday Open House from 5 to 8 p.m. in downtown Chambersburg. Cards are available at the Chambersburg Heritage Center & Gift Shop, 100 Lincoln Way E. Completed cards are due at the Heritage Center by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 15. Winners will be drawn the following Monday and announced on the Chamber Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cburgchamber. Don’t forget to use your Chamber Card, sponsored by Penn National Insurance, at participating businesses to get great deals: www.chambersburg.org/ChamberCard.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Troy Garman, RE/MAX Realty Agency Chair Eric Foreman, Patriot Federal Credit Union Immediate Past Chair, CADC Vice President Kim Crider, Take Shape for Life - Chair-elect Jim Zimmerman, New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. - Treasurer Sherri H. Stahl, Summit Health - Secretary Michael Doncheski, Penn State Mont Alto Foundation President Blake Truman, VerStandig Broadcasting Brian Speer, Wilson College Rod Hocker, Johnnie’s Restaurant & Hotel Service Carlos Perez, CPA Wireless Boost Mobile Melanie Furlong, SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice Alice Hawbaker, LCSi Lehman Construction Services, Inc. Luke Martin, Smith Elliott Kearns & Co., LLC Mark Story, Franklin County Library System Chris Patterson Jeff Truhan, The Shook Home Mark Durniak, Fuddruckers Brad Evans, Bartlett Tree Expert Company Angela Lynch, Chambersburg Area School District Foundation Michael J. Connor, Walker, Connor & Spang, LLC

CHAMBER STAFF David G. Sciamanna - Vice President & Executive Director of CADC [email protected] Amy Weibley - Communications & Strategic Initiatives Director [email protected] Maryliz Toohig - Financial Director [email protected] Robin Harmon - Executive Director of the Chamber Foundation [email protected] Scott Fish - Interim Director of Downtown Chambersburg Inc. [email protected] Angie Schaeffer - Exec. Assistant/Office Manager [email protected] Lark Plessinger - Marketing Manager [email protected] Stacy Guyer - Accounting Assistant, [email protected] Sue Black - Customer Service Specialist [email protected] Laiton Suders - Administrative Assistant/ Customer Service Representative [email protected]

CHAIR’S MESSAGE

Pause and give thanks In just a few weeks we will observe the Thanksgiving holiday. According to Wikipedia, Thanksgiving has been celebrated nationally on and off since 1789, after Congress requested a proclamation by George Washington. It has been celebrated as a federal holiday every year since 1864 when, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of “Thanksgiving and praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the heavens,” to be celebrated on the last Thursday in November. Over the years, Thanksgiving has evolved into many traditions… huge dinners with turkey, pumpkin pie and all the trimmings; the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade; spending hours in traffic traveling to family gatherings; getting an early jump on the Christmas shopping season; and, of course, my favorite…football. (This year there will be three NFL games and one NCAA game aired on Thanksgiving Day, woohoo!) But, more than these traditions, it is important to take time to pause and give thanks. First and foremost, I’m thankful for my wife of nearly twenty years. Without her I wouldn’t be able to do what I do, and it sure wouldn’t be any fun. I’m certainly thankful for my children who drive me to be a better father and leader. And I’m thankful for all the blessings my family has been fortunate enough to receive. I’m also thankful for where I live and work. With all the daily turmoil that seems to be pumped into us on TV and social media, I am very thankful to have been born into a community of good, hardworking people. Chambersburg has seen great prosperity over the years. Prosperity that can be attributed to our residents who not only contribute economically but also give of their time by volunteering and serving as leaders of this community to allow for even greater opportunity. Organizations like the Chamber of Commerce, Chambersburg Area Development Corp., Downtown Chambersburg Inc. and Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation are vital to the continued success of Chambersburg, and I’m thankful they exist to enhance our quality of life. (Hey, isn’t that kind of our mission statement?) So, this Thanksgiving be sure to enjoy all the traditions that you have grown to love on this holiday. But also take a moment to reflect on all the blessings we have received and give thanks. Troy Garman Realtor, RE/MAX Realty Agency Board Chair, Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce

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Annual Business Breakfast Dec. 7 Please join the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce for the Annual Business Breakfast - a celebration of 2017 and the future that lies ahead. The event will be held on Thursday, December 7 from 7 to 9 a.m. at Wilson College’s Laird Hall. The breakfast features highlights of the Chamber’s past year, a keynote presentation and the awarding of the 2017 Business Person of the Year.

CHAMBER TRAVEL CLUB

Forty-two travel to Ireland Forty-two travelers ventured to Southern Ireland for the inaugural Chamber Travel Club trip coordinated by Dream Vacations and guided by CIE Tours International. The group, comprised of local residents from Franklin County, explored the wonders of Ireland including Dublin and the Guinness Storehouse, Blarney Castle, Killarney, the Dingle Peninsula (don’t forget Fungie the Dolphin!), a medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher and discovered more castles than they could count!

Tickets are $20 for members or $25 for non-members. The event often sells out, so breakfast guests are advised to register early. Register at www.chambersburg.org/events or call 717-264-7101. Sponsorships are also available for $300 (table sponsor) and $75 (patron sponsor). Sponsors receive recognition before and during the event, as well as preferred seating. For more information or to secure your sponsorship, contact Amy Weibley at 717-264-7101 ext. 204 or [email protected]. The Chamber is accepting nominations for the 2017 Business Person of the Year through November 6. The recipient will be named at the Annual Business Breakfast. If you know someone who has proven professional leadership, displays excellence in the field, has driven business growth and is active in the community, consider nominating them for the 2017 Business Person of the Year. For a list of the award criteria or to receive a nomination form, please contact Amy Weibely at [email protected] or 717-2647101 ext. 204. Nominations must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, November 6.

Business Person of the Year Since 1987, the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce has named a Business Person of the Year. Past recipients include: 2002 William “Bill” Snell 1987 John L. Grove 2003 L. Michael Ross 1988 Robert G. Zullinger 2004 J. Christian Snavely 1989 Will G. Pananes 2005 Pat O’Donnell 1990 Charles M. Sioberg 2006 Peggy Bosma 1991 John L. Mills 2007 Michael “Mic” Starr 1992 E. Lewis Leaman 2008 Dennis E. Black 1993 Paul E. Lehman 2009 Michael G. Hull 1994 Charles Q. Smith 1995 Allan E. “Skip” Jennings Jr. 2010 Lynn Rotz 2011 Edwin D. Martin 1996 John D. Helman 2012 Ann Wagner 1997 Norman B. Epstein 2013 Joanne Cochran 1998 Michael L. Hurt 2014 Jacob Kaufman 1999 Sam Small 2015 Tom Beddard 2000 Harold L. Brake 2016 Tanya Nitterhouse 2001 John Massimilla To nominate someone for 2017, contact Amy Weibley at [email protected] or 717-264-7101 ext. 204.

The Chamber works with its member travel agents to coordinate trips that provide you with no hassle and quality, local customer service. Current trip destinations scheduled include: • Bermuda Cruise, June 30-July 5, 2018: Picture yourself relaxing and soaking up the sun’s rays on Royal Caribbean’s Grandeur of the Seas® on its journey to Bermuda. Starting at $948 per person. For more details or to book, contact Cruise Planners at 717-477-0111. Book by January 5, 2018. • Pacific Wine Country Cruise, September 12-19, 2018: Hug the scenic shores of the sun-kissed California coast, where inviting beaches, fascinating cities and exciting attractions await. Starting at $1,101 per person. For trip information or to book, contact Dream Vacations at 717-267-2180. Book by January 15, 2018. • Reflections of Italy, November 6-15, 2018: Live la dolce vita on this Italian cultural adventure exploring Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Venice and more. Cost is $3,999 per person. For more information or to book your trip, contact Kay’s World Class Travel at 717-360-1593. Book by April 30, 2018. • Natural Wonders of Costa Rica, February 16-24, 2019: Witness bountiful wildlife in their natural habitat, enjoy relaxing dips in ecothermal hot springs, and learn about the Costa Rican culture on this thrilling adventure. Land fee is $2,108 per person. For more details or to book, contact UniQuest Chambersburg Travel at 717-263-5330. All trip rates are based on double occupancy. Other inclusions apply based on destination. Spaces are limited. The Chamber Travel Club is an opportunity for local residents to enjoy unique group travel experiences with their neighbors to magnificent destinations while benefiting area businesses through the Chamber, a nonprofit organization. To learn more, contact Lark Plessinger at [email protected] or 717-264-7101 ext. 206 and visit the website at www.Chambersburg.org/TravelClub.

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42 local residents traveled to Ireland in October 2017 with the Chamber Travel Club

Enjoy exciting adventures with the Chamber Travel Club Join your neighbors to explore magnificent destinations, both domestic and international. The Chamber Travel Club is a great way to travel hassle-free while supporting area businesses through the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, a nonprofit organization.

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Project management and teams Community service projects were the subject of the morning session of Leadership Franklin County (LFC) Community in October. Diane Chambers of Penn State Mont Alto led a discussion on project management and guided the teams through steps to set up a solid foundation for their projects. The teams learned what the definition of a project is and heard a brief history of project management. They began to develop a scope statement with SMART objectives, a project charter and define project constraints, risks and mitigations. Chambers also provided tips for breaking down the steps of the project and managing time. During lunch the teams had time to continue to work on their projects. During the afternoon session, Helen McGarry of Penn State Mont Alto worked with the class on team dynamics. Each class participant completed the DiSC assessment prior to the session. McGarry defined each of the different styles, how they interact with other personality types and how each participant as a leader can react to each style. The teams discussed how they can use the DiSC to improve the functionality of their teams. LFC Community is sponsored by CenturyLink Business.

LFC Youth “Model the Way” Leadership Franklin County (LFC) Youth explored the leadership principle of “Model the Way” in October. Hosted by the Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce, the students Denise Esser speaks with students about began by discussing what values are and their Waynesboro Community and Human Services. impact on us and our decisions. Led by Amy Seiders of F&M Trust, they each completed an exercise to help define and rank their own personal values. In addition to exploring their own values the students researched the mission statements of their home schools. The students discussed how they did or did not see these mission statements in action, and how they as leaders could influence others in their schools to help drive others toward achieving the mission statement. After the curriculum part of the day, the class had the opportunity to put values into action. Denise Esser from Waynesboro Community and Human Services spoke to the class about the mission of the organization and the work they do. The students broke into groups and helped stuff envelopes, sort clothing and pack food and diapers for clients. After the experience, students were able to discuss the work they did and reflect on the values they saw displayed. LFC Youth students are able to participate in the program for free thanks to the generous sponsorship of Wilson College.

Local teachers awarded $11,000 in technology grants The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation awarded grants totaling nearly $11,000 to teachers in Franklin County (L-R) Melissa Van Arsdale, Mary Finucane, Tara Cloper and Susan Berrier for using technology in an innovative way in their classrooms. Teachers received the grants at the Foundation’s annual luncheon in September. Tara Clopper from Greencastle-Antrim High School received a grant for $5,000 for iBuild: Computer Science meets Makerspace. This project-based learning opportunity will allow students in the Occupations in Technology course to research, plan, budget, order, build, image and deploy desktop computers to the school’s media center and/or technology classroom. Susan Berrier from Andrew Buchanan Elementary School and Lurgan Elementary School in Chambersburg Area School District was awarded a grant of $960 for Dash and Dots Robots Bring Coding to Life. Students who are trained in coding with Code Studio and have completed at least ten levels will be able to create code to control the Dash and Dot Robots. The Dash and Dot robots give the students the opportunity to see actual objects respond to their coding. Jennifer Jarusewski, Mary Finucane and Melissa VanArsdale from the Chambersburg Area Senior High School received a grant totaling $5,000 for The One Million Pillowcase Challenge. Approximately 600 students will research a specific type of cancer in small groups by finding current online articles on their topic. Afterwards they will present their research to the class, and then create pillowcases to donate to the Pediatric Unit. “These grants are essential to our communities because it enables us to enhance the learning experiences of our youth through innovative technology in the classroom. We would not be able to provide these grants if it weren’t for our generous business partners and the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program,” said Robin Harmon, executive director of the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation. The Chamber Foundation has awarded more than $404,000 in Innovative Technology Grants to local teachers since 1999. The Foundation was able to award $10,960 this year thanks to contributions to the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program from M&T Bank, Orrstown Bank and Waste Management. If your business is interested in learning more about the benefits of participating in the EITC program, contact Harmon at 717-264-7101 ext. 205 or [email protected]. For more information about the Chamber Foundation, visit www. chambersburg.org/ChamberFoundation.

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DOWNTOWN HAPPENINGS

Support small businesses and enjoy giveaways on Nov. 25 Small Business Saturday is November 25, the day after Black Friday (the traditional kick-off to the holiday shopping season). This time of year can make or break a small business, particularly retailers and restaurants. This is especially true for independent, mom and pop shops, i.e. your neighbors. Many downtown Chambersburg merchants have said that Small Business Saturday is as important to them as IceFest with regard to sales. Small Business Saturday is a great way to support your favorite independent business and to discover new ones. It is a boon to the local economy. Downtown Chambersburg Inc. (DCI) will again coordinate Small Business Saturday promotions this year with support from American Express’s nationwide Small Business Saturday marketing program. DCI plans to give away over $2,000 in Downtown Dollars to shoppers who present a receipt for $25 or more dated November 25, 2017, from a downtown Chambersburg business. Present your receipt from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Courthouse Plaza to receive your giveaway (while supplies last). The best way we can improve downtown and the community at large is to support small businesses. So plan to #ShopSmall with us on November 25! Visit www.DowntownCburg.com for complete rules and restrictions of the Small Business Saturday Giveaway. Special thanks to our sponsor, Downtown Business Council, as well as advertising sponsors, Kegerreis Outdoor Advertising, VerStandig Broadcasting and Alpha Media.

More than 500 enjoy Oktoberfest The weather was hot and sunny for Downtown Chambersburg Inc.’s (DCI) 4th Annual Oktoberfest. Hundreds of people attended to celebrate the festivities with delicious food, seasonal beers, live music and Oktoberfest games as well as the 2017 Duck Derby and John H. Harmon Memorial 5K. Volunteers poured drinks for guests from a variety of options, including craft beers from Roy-Pitz Brewing Co. and GearHouse Brewing Co., seasonal beers and Jack’s hard cider. CM Pig Out served up brats, saurkraut, hot dogs and pork sandwiches, and The Cottage served kielbasa, fried cheesecake desserts and more. During the Duck Derby, 3,000 rubber ducks traveled down Falling Springs Creek through Chambers Fort Park. The owners of the first four ducks to cross the finish line won cash prizes, as well as the very last duck to finish the race. The event was coordinated by DCI and the Rotary Club of Chambersburg. Oktoberfest and Duck Derby proceeds will be used for downtown revitalization efforts through DCI. Thank you to everyone who sponsored, volunteered and attended the event to help make it a great success!

The Foundry celebrates two years Local artist cooperative, The Foundry, celebrated its two-year anniversary in October with an Artist Challenge. Local artists created artwork for two hours on Main Street during Applefest, turning in their finished work to be voted on that same day. After an hour of voting, the winner was announced and all the artwork was auctioned off to raise money for The Foundry. The artist cooperative has contributed to downtown revitalization efforts in a relatively short time by bringing more art into our downtown and attracting local artists to locate in the central core. To learn more about The Foundry including events, art classes, their gallery and retail space, visit www.FoundryArtsCoop.com or drop by their store at 100 S. Main St. in Chambersburg.

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First Responders Appreciation Day

What are your business needs?

On Friday, December 8, the 11/30 Network will give back to perhaps the most deserving citizens in the county - first responders. Volunteers will deliver care packages to the county’s fire, police and EMS departments to thank them for their service during the 3rd Annual Franklin County First Responders Appreciation Day.

We at the Chamber promise to be your champion in the community, serving your needs to always be part of the solution. With this service vision in mind, we want to help you leverage your exclusive benefits as a member of the Chambersburg Chamber. After all, our mission is to help your business prosper!

The Network is currently seeking donations for first responders. If you or your business, organization or community group is interested in donating food platters (i.e. donuts, bagels, cookies, subs, etc.), gift cards or monetary funds to purchase care package items, please contact Amy Weibley at 717-264-7101 ext. 204 or aweibley@ chambersburg.org.

Oh yeah, and all of these benefits are completely FREE!

Volunteers are also needed to help collect donations prior to the event as well as deliver care packages on the day of. To volunteer, contact Sara Ziegler at [email protected].

Networking, development events in November Join us for the November Chamber Mixer hosted by Orrstown Bank at The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., on Thursday, November 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. The mixer will provide opportunities to make new connections while enjoying refreshments, food provided by EJ’s Grill, door prizes and tours of the theatre. Two free Lunch & Learns this month will offer unique, free professional development sessions for members. The first will be presented by TJ Roccograndi of Charles Schwab on Thursday, November 9. He will discuss financial planning for retirement. The second Lunch & Learn titled “Natural Antidote for Stress” will be hosted by Gaia Kosha Yogic Spa. On Thursday, November 16, Mike Hayduk, certified 500 hour RYT and meditation instructor from Gaia Kosha, will present an informative and interactive meditative workshop to help you optimize performance under stress.

There are a variety of ways to get the “biggest bang” for your membership, so we’ve compiled this comprehensive checklist to help you identify the benefits to best serve your business needs.

□ Display the membership plaque at your business □ Attend Lunch & Learns □ Contribute an article for the Chamber Blog □ Network at monthly Chamber Mixers □ Subscribe to the Chamber’s weekly e-newsletter and monthly print newsletter □ Join a Chamber committee □ Distribute free Chamber Cards to your employees □ Participate in the Chamber Dollars buy local program □ Submit a Member Spotlight for the newsletter □ Post events to the Chamber’s online calendar □ Submit press releases for “Members in the News” □ Add the Chamber member logo to your website, in your email signature, on ads, etc. □ Join the conversation on social media; follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest □ Businesses with 25 or less employees may add job postings to FranklinCountyWorks.com for free □ Display featured promotions at the Chamber office □ Add coupons to the Chamber’s Hot Deals □ Be a guest on the Chamber Chat radio show □ Post a classified in the Chamber’s MarketSpace Other benefits available to members include low-cost advertising, service programs such as energy savings, the Chamber Card buy local program and more. To discuss details about your member benefits and find out how to best utilize these to grow your business, contact Angela Schaeffer at 717-264-7101 ext. 208 or [email protected].

Annual Holiday Mixer on Dec. 12 Members of all five chambers of commerce in Franklin County are invited to a joint holiday mixer on Tuesday, December 12. The mixer will be from 5 to 7 p.m. in Laird Hall at Wilson College, 1015 Philadelphia Avenue.

Lunch & Learns are held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chamber office, 100 Lincoln Way E. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Fuddruckers. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Any no-shows or cancellations made within 48 hours will be billed $10.

The joint mixer has been a rousing success since it began nine years ago. To register for this free mixer, call the Chamber at 717-264-7101 or register online at www.chambersburg.org/events.

To register for these events and more, call the Chamber at 717-2647101 or visit www.chambersburg.org/events.

Members may reserve a display table at the mixer for $100. To secure your table, contact Denise McDowell of Wilson College at 717-2622010 ext. 3181 or [email protected].

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Mixer at the Old Jail The Franklin County Historical Society and Chick-fil-A co-hosted the September Chamber Mixer held at the Old Jail. Nearly 100 people came to tour the Old Jail, enjoyed delicious Chick-fil-A cuisine and had a chance to win door prizes.

The ribbon is cut at the Shook Home’s new Rehabilitation and Wellness Center

Rehabilitation center opens Congrats to The Shook Home for the grand opening of their new Rehabilitation and Wellness Center! They celebrated in September with many community leaders and Shook Home residents at a ribbon cutting ceremony. Guests got to tour the new facility while enjoying delicious food from Main Street Deli and Catering.

Members network at the Old Jail during the mixer

Foundation honors volunteers The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation’s luncheon in September honored Dr. Michael Doncheski of Penn State Mont Alto and Angela Austin of Summit Health as its 2017 Volunteers of the Year for their role as co-chairs of the Community Education Coalition’s employability taskforce. Doncheski also serves as the Foundation’s board president, and Austin has been active with the Foundation for many years as a board member and assisting with a variety of programs that address employability. The luncheon also recognized board members whose terms are ending: Leslie Baker of JLG Industries, Inc., Derrick Donnell of PA CareerLink and Georgina Cranston of the Greencastle Chamber of Commerce.

Community leaders join Atlas Copco executives for the ribbon cutting

Atlas Copco ribbon cutting More than 100 people attended the ribbon cutting and open house at Atlas Copco Secoroc in Fort Loudon in September. The 66,000 square foot facility produces cutting tools for mining operations and employs 165 local residents. The expansion started as an efficiency project but the market has changed to become a growth project -- since January 2016 they have more than doubled their local employment base.

(L-R) Robin Harmon, Michael Doncheski and Angela Austin

Ribbon cutting for DICE Office Equipment’s new location in Greencastle

DICE opens new location Congratulations! DICE Office Equipment celebrated the opening of their new location at 20 Commerce Ave. in Greencastle with family, friends, staff and community business leaders. DICE aims to make finding, repairing and operating office equipment as easy as it should be with quality products at fair prices. Stop in and learn more.

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Franklin County Library System 101 Ragged Edge Road S., Chambersburg, PA 17201 │ 717-709-0282 www.fclspa.org │ [email protected]

The mission of the Franklin County Library System (FCLS) is to, “create learning opportunities that lead to personal discovery, growth and enjoyment.” There are eight library locations in Franklin County that make up the library system. This includes the Book Mobile and Book Buggy, which roam the county on a daily basis. FCLS has 250,000 books available to borrow. Additionally, there are 500 different programs offered at the library. Technology with access to the internet along with printing options is also available. The Coyle Free Library in downtown Chambersburg is reopening in November 2017 after a 17 month renovation and expansion. This modern library boasts a rooftop garden, business center, genealogical services and a café-style micromarket with food provided by The Butcher Shoppe. All FCLS library locations provide equal access to knowledge and services.

Pediatric Therapy Specialists of South Central PA 25 Penncraft Ave. Suite D Chambersburg, PA 17201 │ 717-660-2730 www.ptsscpa.com │ [email protected]

Pediatric Therapy Specialists of South Central PA was founded in 2011 by Krista Miracle, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience. Having a passion for children with special needs and harvesting innovative therapeutic strategies to enhance the welfare of children has been my driving force. The Post Traumatic Stress Early Intervention program was established in 2014 to service infants and toddlers throughout Franklin/Fulton County through speech/language, occupational, educational and physical therapy services. We have expanded to 28 therapists and four office personnel, now servicing Franklin, Fulton, Cumberland, Perry, York and Adams counties. Our therapists specialize in assisting children born with developmental disabilities or needs and aim to meet their highest level of potential through such specialties in autism, language development, behavior, swallow/oral feeding, gross/fine motor, sensory regulation and music. Each child receives therapy services in their home or within their “natural environment” without any cost to the family. Our care is family centered, with emphasis on coaching the parent to utilize therapeutic strategies taught during session as a way for the child to have “therapy everyday.” We appreciate diversity and team collaboration and strive to provide the most comprehensive, competent child-friendly care.

JEB Enterprises, Inc./Subway 100 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257 717-530-5151 │ [email protected]

JEB Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1999. The company is locally owned and operates six Subway restaurants in Cumberland and Franklin counties; they employ about 50 full and part-time employees. The company has two restaurants in Shippensburg and one location in Mercersburg. They also operate the Norland and Wayne Ave. Subways in Chambersburg, in addition to the Subway restaurant inside the WalMart. JEB Enterprises, Inc. has no affiliation with the Subway on Lincoln Way East (behind MedExpress Urgent Care). Subway’s menu consists of six-inch and footlong subs, flatbreads, salads, soups (seasonal), assorted chip flavors, freshly-baked cookies, kids’ meals, breakfast sandwiches and a variety of bottled sodas, juices, teas and flavored waters. Just recently, Subway introduced an updated logo, cleaner product labels, new employee uniforms and the Subway app. Future plans include an “everyday” Value Menu, more limited time offerings, an electronic customer loyalty card, the updated “Fresh Forward” store décor, panini sandwiches and selfordering kiosks (just to name a few). JEB Enterprises, Inc. offers corporate discounts for individual employees and for large group/catering orders. Our catering products include giant subs, sandwich trays, boxed lunches and cookie platters. Delivery is available (advanced notice required). Subway gift cards, either individually or in bulk, are great for personal gifts or employee incentives.

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30 Years Kegerreis Outdoor Advertising LLC

If you want to give unique gifts that are made locally and represent our community for the holiday season, look no further than the Chambersburg Heritage Center & Gift Shop. The gift shop features locally-made candle and bath products. You can gift beautiful soap bars, luxurious sugar scrubs, soft lotion bars, fizzy bath bombs and more. Pair your bath products with 100 percent hand-poured soy candles with scents unique to Chambersburg, including Chambers Woods, Rose Rent, Chambersburg Peach and others. Speaking of peaches, the gift shop is the exclusive retailer of Chambersburg Peach souvenirs which make unique gifts for outof-town family and friends. The gift shop also sells 11/30 T-shirts, hats, hoodies, car magnets and stickers featuring designs special to Chambersburg. Another unique gift idea are the pictures as letters. Purchase letters that were taken throughout downtown Chambersburg to spell out a word or name. They make the perfect gift for weddings, holidays and more. Visit the Heritage Center & Gift Shop at 100 Lincoln Way E. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with special hours for downtown weekend events.

180 Me, LLC

Rochelle Plummer 947 Wayne Avenue, #320 Chambersburg, PA 17201 (717) 504-3345 180me.consulting [email protected] Real Estate Development

McKissick Properties LLC

Vern McKissick AIA LEED AP 317 North Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 238-6810 www.mckissickproperties.com [email protected] Employment Services

PeopleReady

Cathy McClure 18 North Second Street Chambersburg, PA 17201 (717) 264-1134 www.peopleready.com [email protected] Contractors

Ty Construction Company, Inc. Ethan Yaukey 40 Kriner Road Chambersburg, PA 17202 (717) 263-3885 www.tycorporate.com [email protected]

Know a business interested in becoming a member? Make a referral! Contact the Chamber staff to share the business’s information: 717-264-7101.

25 Years Suburban Propane 20 Years Chambersburg Waste Paper Company Letterkenny Industrial Development Authority 15 Years Target Distribution Center 10 Years Ganoe Paving, Inc. Quincy Village/Presbyterian Senior Living Results Therapy and Fitness Sollenberger Silos, LLC Southgate Shopping Center Synergy Ag Service 5 Years American Legion Post 46 Antrim Way Honda Brandale LLC Brim Builders Chambersburg Area School District Foundation Chambersburg Church of the Brethren Coldwell Banker - Rose Ann Yohn Collision Connection Del Martin Screen Printing & Embroidery Exit Realty Preferred - Eric Gossard First United Methodist Church Flamingo Family Restaurant Franklin County Bar Association Goodwill Keystone Area Green Grove Gardens Kyner’s Auto Sales Laser Pros International Longhorn Steak House Michael Finucane Law Office Miller Family Dentistry, LLC N.E. Diffenderfer, Inc. R. Thomas Murphy & Associates SD Designs Shanks Refrigeration & HVAC Service, Inc. State Farm Insurance/Abel Castro Sunrise Computers Tardosky Agency 1 Year Charles Schwab & Co. Keller Williams Keystone Realty - Miranda Bender Mt. Pleasant Church Vetter Forks, Inc.

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THE OUTLOOK NEWSLETTER

MEMBERS IN THE NEWS The Franklin County Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the 11/30 Center coming to downtown Chambersburg in 2018. The center will provide the necessary space to house volunteers but provides a visual and interactive platform for docents to launch tours and enthuse visitors into planning itineraries one-on-one. The center will host a wide range of tours on a weekly and monthly basis, using interactive exhibits, library and mobile promotional materials. In addition, the second level offers space to be used for other special events to complement special events, presentations, book signings and more. Learn more at www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or by contacting 866-646-8060. Totem Pole Playhouse has returned to financial stability thanks to improved box office revenue, successful fundraising events, grants and improved fiscal management after teetering on the verge of bankruptcy several years ago. Totem Pole has seen a substantial increase in box office revenues with this past season’s production of “Million Dollar Quartet” bringing in $332,650.25 and setting a new box office sales record. In addition, the final production of the season, “Love Letters,” starring Meredith Baxter and Michael Gross from the classic TV series, “Family Ties,” sold out all eight of its performances. The drug epidemic is still a growing concern in our community, and it is crucial to understand many drug users are employed, working individuals. Drug Free Workplace PA through Summit Health provides resources and education to your workplace on how to reduce or manage drug abuse in or outside of your workplace. Their next Employer Wellness Roundtable is Wednesday, November 8 at Norlo Park Community Center from 8 to 10 a.m. and is free to attend. In this session, participants will learn about: Who is Drug Free Workplace PA, the cost of substance abuse to society, the cost of substance abuse to employers, benefits of a drug free workplace, the five components of a drug free workplace and the DFWPA online policy builder. Registration is required by noon on November 6. More details at www.summithealth.org/corporate-wellness/employerroundtable. SpiriTrust Lutheran LIFE participant and Chambersburg resident Nellie Jacobs turned 100 last month and celebrated with a birthday party at the LIFE Center in Chambersburg. Guests included Nellie’s daughter, Violet Kling, of Chambersburg, as well as SpiriTrust Lutheran LIFE staff and fellow participants. A participant in the SpiriTrust Lutheran LIFE program since 2013, Nellie is a great success story of our program – helping older folks remain independent in their homes and the community. SpiriTrust Lutheran LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly) is a creative program that serves seniors with chronic care needs, providing access to the full continuum of preventative, primary, acute and long-term care services. LIFE includes many elements of the traditional health care system, coordinated by an interdisciplinary team, provided in the LIFE Center, at 840 Fifth Avenue, Chambersburg, and supplemented through referral services according to participants’ needs. For more information please call 717-264-5433

The recent groundbreaking of the Menno Haven Rehabilitation Center kicked-off Project GENESIS, Menno Haven’s five-year strategic plan that will include the investment of over $100M in their communities in Chambersburg. The Rehabilitation Center, unlike any in the region, will allow Menno Haven to aid in the recovery of individuals that experience illness after surgery or trauma. The Rehabilitation Center will cost $15.1 million. Menno Haven has partnered with local banks, F&M Trust and Fulton Bank, to finance the project that is set to open at the end of 2018. Project GENESIS will include the Rehabilitation Center, replacing the original 1964 nursing home, the addition of a 35,000 square ft. Resident Life Center, the addition of Memory Care Houses, and new independent living cottages. Menno Haven expects to break ground on the balance of these projects in 2018 and 2019. For more information, visit www.mennohaven.org. Wilson College’s enrollment has been growing steadily over the past five years and in fall 2016, the college had the largest enrollment in its then 147-year history, with a total of 1,098 students enrolled in all programs. This year, total enrollment increased by nearly 11 percent to 1,216 students. The largest gain was in the traditional undergraduate college, with a nearly 21 percent increase from 458 students last fall to 554 this year. Graduate programs grew by more than 11 percent, to 390 students enrolled in nine programs compared to 350 students in fall 2016. Visit www.wilson.edu for more information. F&M Trust recently announced two new hires. Danielle Ritter is a community office manager with over 20 years of management experience and was most recently employed in a similar role at the First Community Bank of Mercersburg. At F&M Trust, she will be responsible for the development of consumer and business customer relationships and engaging in community activities. Adam Smith has over seven years of financial industry experience and was most recently employed as a branch manager for Member’s 1st Federal Credit Union. In his role as a community office manager, he is responsible for the development of consumer and business deposit relationships, consumer lending, customer service and retention, and fostering community relationships. F&M Trust is an independent community bank headquartered in Chambersburg. Totem Pole Playhouse is currently conducting a capital campaign to raise $400,000.00 to repurpose the old rehearsal hall into a new permanent office space and the old scenic shop into a full-size rehearsal hall, souvenir shop, and new women’s bathroom facilities. Chambersburg architectural firm, Noelker & Hull Associates is the architect for the renovations, which will be conducted in several stages beginning as early as this spring and continue through the summer of 2019, as the funds are raised.

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The Franklin County Historical Society is hosting “Escape the Old Jail” November 3, 4, 10 and 11. The escape room adventure will consist of players solving a series of puzzles using clues and hints to escape the cell block within an hour. For more information on this event and others, visit www.franklinhistorical.org or call 717-2641667. The Capitol Theatre will feature the CSN Songs, a Crosby, Stills & Nash tribute, on Friday, November 3 at 7 p.m. This group of seven musicians will perform all of CSN&Y’s favorite hits. On Saturday, November 12, the performance of “Letters Home” will hit the Capitol Theatre stage. “Letters Home” puts the Afghanistan and Iraq wars front and center by bringing to life actual letters written by soldiers serving there. On Saturday, November 18, enjoy a Houdini Dinner Theatre & Buffet at the Capitol Theatre Wood Center featuring Broadway and film actor Duffy Hudson in this one-man show. Purchase tickets to these shows and more by calling the box office at 717-263-0202 or visit www. thecapitoltheatre.org. The Franklin County Visitors Bureau has joined the Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) Program and hired Doug Harmon as the CTA director. The CTA program empowers communities, residents, organizations and businesses to better serve visitors with consistent, quality information. The CTA Program is a nationwide certification, customized to each destination. In Franklin County, the CTA curriculum will highlight the county’s natural, historic and cultural assets. Franklin County Visitors Bureau now joins over 17,000 workers and volunteers in the network of CTA programs. Totem Pole Playhouse will feature, from December 8 to 17, “A Christmas Carol” at Gettysburg’s Majestic Theatre. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.totempoleplayhouse.org or call the box office at 888-805-7056. The H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University will feature Brit Floyd’s “Immersion World Tour 2017,” “Cheap Trick,” “Chicago” and Shippensburg University’s Fall Orchestra Concert this month. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting or calling the Luhrs Center box office at 717-477-7469 or online at www.luhrscenter.com. In March 2018, Totem Pole Playhouse will begin presenting an annual production of Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” in association with Chambersburg Community Theatre at The Capitol Theater in downtown Chambersburg. Do something good? Have news to share? Submit an item for Giving Back and Members in the News! Email your press release or a one paragraph write-up to Lark Plessinger at [email protected].

PA CHAMBER UPDATE

Economic survey shows employer optimism on the rebound As the nation’s economy steadily improves, employers are increasingly optimistic about the state of business in the Commonwealth, as well as projections for future growth in sales and hiring. However, their ability to offer health care to their workforce due to persistent uncertainty and rising costs in the market continue to be a chief concern. These indicators are among the responses from the PA Chamber’s 27th Annual Economic Survey, which was conducted in August 2017 by Susquehanna Polling and Research. According to the survey, the rising costs of health care rank among employers’ top concerns; with 65 percent of respondents saying that “controlling the costs of health care” should be the Pennsylvania Chamber’s top policy priority in its dealings with lawmakers. In fact, while 61 percent of the survey participants said that they provide health coverage for their employees – a slight increase over last year but still far less than the 74 percent who offered health care in 2013 – a vast majority of them (73 percent) reported that premiums have increased. Also listed as problematic was the lack of clarity that exists within the state’s unemployment compensation system, as 64 percent said they’ve encountered situations whereby employees fired for good cause were awarded benefits; as well as workers’ compensation premiums that have increased for more than a third of respondents in recent years. Other leading barriers to growth that were noted in the survey included: over taxation; mandates and regulations; and workforce development. The good news is that of the 654 employers surveyed statewide, a strong majority – 76 percent – believe that the state’s economy is “better” or “the same” as it was one year ago. Also, the percentage of employers who say the economy is the “most important issue” affecting their businesses is down to 10 percent – the lowest figure in nearly 10 years since before the Great Recession took hold in 200809. Additionally, 42 percent say they expect sales growth to increase in coming months; 22 percent expect to hire more workers; and 27 percent noted that they made “major” investments in machinery or technology over the last year, with 15 percent more pledging to make those investments in the coming months. To review the 27th Annual Economic Survey, visit the PA Chamber’s website at www.pachamber.org. This article was written by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce for Business & Industry. For more, visit www.pachamber.org.

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First Friday: Holiday Open House, kick-off to the Shop Small Sweeptakes (details pg. 1) 5-8 p.m., Chambersburg Heritage Center & Gift Shop, 100 Lincoln Way E.

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11/30 Network: Speed Networking, www.1130network.com 6-8 p.m., Main Street Deli, 33 N. Main St., free for 11/30 members, $10 non-members

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Lunch & Learn: Financial Planning for Retirement, presented by Charles Schwab

Did you know the Chamber is active on social media? Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Pinterest to stay upto-date on Chamber news, view photos from events, local businesses and more!

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Chamber Travel Club: Pacific Wine Country Cruise Info Session

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Chamber of Commerce, 100 Lincoln Way E., lunch provided by Fuddruckers 5:30-6:30 p.m., Chamber of Commerce, 100 Lincoln Way E., presented by Dream Vacations

16 Lunch & Learn, presented by Gaia Kosha Yogic Spa 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Chamber of Commerce, 100 Lincoln Way E., lunch provided by Fuddruckers

16 November Chamber Mixer 5-7 p.m., The Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., hosted by Orrstown Bank

16 11/30 Network: 3rd Thursday Happy Hour 5-7 p.m., location TBA

Interested in traveling? Join the Chamber Travel Club Facebook Group for destinations, photos, group trips and more: Facebook.com/groups/ChamberTravelClub

19 11/30 Network: Fall Hike, Flat Rock Trail at Colonel Denning State Park 9:30 a.m., meet at The Doh-Nuh-T Co. for carpooling, 108 Lincoln Way W.

25 Small Business Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., giveaways for shopping downtown in the Courthouse Plaza To register for these events and more, visit www.chambersburg.org/events.

The Outlook is the monthly publication of the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce. Ideas, opinions and statements expressed in articles by contributors are not necessarily those of the Chamber. Neither the publisher nor any individual associated with any branch of production, nor the advertisers, will be held liable for typographical misprints contained herein. The Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce is a 5-star accredited chamber, rated among the top chambers in the U.S., and is a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the PA Chamber Business & Industry.