04.20.2017
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HIRING BLITZ

JOB SEEKERS:
OVER 40 EMPLOYERS ON SITE!
FREE EVENT & OPEN TO PUBLIC
Bring your resume and prepare to explore the employment opportunities available.  Dress for success.. you may get an on-site interview!

Branch County Hiring Blitz
05/09/2017
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM E
Kellogg Community College, Grahl Center
125 Seeley St
Coldwater, MI 49036

COMMUNITY LEADERS

 


POST/FIND RENTALS

Looking for a rental?  Have an available rental?  Post on the Chamber's Facebook page "Coldwater for Rent"

 

CRAFT & FOOD VENDORS WANTED


The Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking vendors for the following upcoming events:

FARMERS MARKET
Saturdays, June 17 - Sep 9
9-1pm
$10 per wk
$100 for 12-wk season

STRAWBERRYFEST & CRAFT SHOW
June 17, 2017
9-4pm
$50 - crafters
$35 - non-profits
*Contact us for sponsorship opportunities

SWAP MEET CAR SHOW
May 13-14, 2017
$25 - crafters

APPLEFEST & CRAFT SHOW
September 16, 2017
9-4pm
$50 - crafters
$35 - non-profits
*Contact us for sponsorship opportunities

COFFEE HOUR AT THE CHAMBER


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POST YOUR EVENT

PNC OFFERS FREE LIVE BUSINESS WEBCAST

LULAROE SHOPPING EVENT


Lularoe Extravaganza

04/29/2017
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM 
Masonic Temple
45 E Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

STARTING A BUSINESS WORKSHOP

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LINCOLN DAY DINNER

Reserve your tickets for Lincoln Day (click image below)

FIND OUT MORE

COLDWATER RECREATION GUIDE

TRINE UNIVERSITY

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Cultural Competency: Yemeni Americans in Coldwater
04/21/2017
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM E
Tibbits Opera House
14 S Hanchett St
Coldwater, MI 49036

We are Coldwater: A Celebration of Cultures
04/21/2017
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM E
Tibbits Opera House
14 S Hanchett St
Coldwater, MI 49036

Creative Kiddos: A Celebration of Culture
04/22/2017
11:00 AM - 02:00 PM E
Tibbits Opera House
14 S Hanchett St
Coldwater, MI 49036

Stress Away - Yoga Day
04/22/2017
09:00 AM - 05:30 PM E
Creative Health Institue
112 Union City Rd
Union City , MI 49094

Storm Preparation for Kids
04/22/2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM E
Coldwater Branch District Library

Relay for Life Captains' Meeting
04/24/2017
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM E
Coldwater Community Conference Center
370 E. Chicago St. (old KMart bldg)
Coldwater, MI 49036

Coffee Hour at the Chamber
04/25/2017
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM E
Coldwater Chamber of Commerce
20 Division Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

Small Business Fraud Prevention Seminar
04/25/2017
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM E
CHC Confrence Center
274 E Chicago St.
Coldwater, MI 49036

Fundraiser For BCCADV
04/26/2017
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM E
Culver's
436 E Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

Ed Asner in..."A Man and His Prostate"
04/28/2017
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM E
Tibbits Opera House
14 S Hanchett St
Coldwater, MI 49036

Chocolate Fest
04/28/2017
05:00 PM - 09:00 PM E
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
27 E. Chicago St.
Coldwater, MI 49036

Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
04/29/2017
07:30 AM - 02:00 PM E
Coach Eby Youth and Family Center
89 West Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

Running Against Domestic Violence
04/29/2017
07:30 AM - 10:30 AM E
Coach Eby Youth and Family Center
89 West Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

The 2017 Branch Area Qu4d
04/29/2017- 07/15/2017 E
Various Locations
89 West Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

Lularoe Extravaganza
04/29/2017
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM E
Masonic Temple
45 E Chicago Street
Coldwater, MI 49036

SPONGE live at Chicago St Pub
04/29/2017
07:00 PM - 11:30 PM E
Chicago St Pub
137 W Chicago Rd
Coldwater, MI 49036

Be Money Smart for Kids
04/29/2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM E
Coldwater Branch District Library

CORNER FARMERS MARKET

ANCESTRAL ACRES LODGE AFTER HOURS

Over 75 guests visited the renovated, historic Ancestral Acres Lodge during the co-hosted after business hours with the Coldwater and Sturgis Area Chambers.  The event showcased catering services by Paula Tucker Catering, Pumpkinvine Cafe and Tasteful Kreations.

To find out more about this new venue, visit their website here.


 

More photos from event

ELZINGA & VOLKERS CONSTRUCTION... WELCOME!!

The Chamber welcomes Elzinga & Volkers Construction to the community and the chamber network!  The renovations to their new location at 285 Division Street are state of the art with a professional and welcoming staff.  Stop by and welcome Elzinga & Volkers to our community!

Find our more about Elzinga & Volkers here!

More photos from event

MIS AFTER BUSINESS HOURS

EDUCATOR APPRECIATION NIGHT

SAVE THE DATE
Educator Appreciation Night
After Business Hours 
May 05, 2017
4-7pm
North Woods Coffee Co
*
MARGARITAS * TACOS * GIVEAWAYS 

 

CHAMBER ANNUAL REPORT

Proud to share the Chamber's Annual Report!   Click here or image below to view.

CAR CRUISE BLOCK PARTY

FEATURING THE MOON HOWLERS

Bring your lawn chair for a free live concert during the cruise thru downtown

Beer tent  * Food  *  More

STRAWBERRYFEST

SOUTHERN ROOTS ANNIVERSARY

Stop by Southern Roots Salon & Spa for their one-year anniversary celebration on Sunday, April 23, 2017!

Southern Roots Salon & Spa
70 W Chicago St
Coldwater, MI  49036
(517) 227-5447


 

FRAUD PREVENTION SEMINAR

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS


 
Facebook and Twitter for Your Small Business 
Thursday, April 27, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

With all of the options available to promote and showcase your business, you may be overwhelmed. This webinar is intended for individuals who have a basic knowledge of Facebook and Twitter but would like to learn more about user demographics and tips for using each platform.

Register Here >>
Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Workshops

EOS is a complete system of simple tools to help you run your business better. It will drive three things we call Vision, Traction and Healthy. These various workshops will help you become the best leader possible!

Register Here >>
Google Workshops 

Grow Your Business Online
Wednesday, April 19th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Get Found on Google Search and Maps
Wednesday, April 26th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register Here >>

CHOCOLATE FEST


Chocolate Fest
04/28/2017
05:00 PM - 09:00 PM 
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
27 E. Chicago St.
Coldwater, MI 49036
 

LIVE CONCERT CHICAGO STREET PUB

SPONGE live at Chicago St Pub
04/29/2017
07:00 PM - 11:30 PM E
Chicago St Pub
137 W Chicago Rd
Coldwater, MI 49036

Platinum selling rockers, SPONGE stop by the Pub for an unforgetable night of live music. Most known for their hits "Plowed" and "Molly (16 Candles)" this band has toured the world and been on every notable late night show as featured performers.

Joining them on stage are regionally known rock bands Darling Down (Battle Creek), The Amber Tide (Jackson), and Handsome Pete (Lansing, runner up for the Q106 Homegrown Throwdown).

PURE ENVEE GRAND OPENING


Pure Envee celebrates their grand opening in Downtown Coldwater!  Please join them for tours, to meet the staff and enjoy the relaxing environment of Pure Envee Day Spa!

They will have giveaways, product samples, drawings and refreshments. They will also be introducing Lisa, their medi-spa nurse practitioner and they are now booking Medi-spa appointments with her from 10am-7pm the day of our Grand Opening.

SEE YOU THERE!

PURE ENVEE DAY SPA
53 W CHICAGO ST, COLDWATER
THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2017
3:30 - 7:00 PM
 

SUPPORT THE HUMAINE SOCIETY

Support the Humane Society this Saturday!
Bring a donation for the Humane Society to Dutch Uncle Donuts this Saturday at 9am and Modern Woodmen will treat you to a cup of coffee and a donut.   

Items needed:
Old towels, blankets and sheets.
Laundry Soap
Bleach
Pet Food and Treats
Other pet items as you choose

Chamber E-News - 04.20.2017