2018 November GCWC Chamber E-Newsletter
"Taking the work out of Networking"

2018 Holiday Parade of Lights



The Greater Cayce - West Columbia Chamber of Commerce's Holiday Parade of Lights presented by CresCom Bank is one of the most anticipated holiday parades in the Midlands of South Carolina! 

Entry Fees – Businesses $25 per lineup space, Civic/Non-profit $10 per lineup space. All profits will be split by the booster clubs of the local high school bands that participate in the parade.

Space is limited, register here!

Volunteers needed, please contact Cory at cory@cwcchamber.com

TED TALK of the Month sponsored by Nephron Pharmaceuticals

                                          



TED TALKS Beneficial to Small Business.       
                                       
Click Here - November TED Talk
Sheryl Sandberg
"Why we have too few of women leaders"

2018 RHYTHM ON THE RIVER FALL SERIES

THE GCWC CHAMBER'S
2018 RHYTHM ON THE RIVER FALL SERIES
PRESENTED BY HOUSE OF RAEFORD AND 
THE CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS
 
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PRESENTING SPONSORS
Lexington Medical Center, Roper Staffing, Something Borrowed, MB Kahn, Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Genesis Studios, Dominion Energy and Brookland the new Live, Work, Dine, Shop development in the heart of West Columbia.

VIP Tent Sponsors
Our VIP Sponsors are Whetzel's Automotive, Giles Insurance, PCT Services, CQI Pharmacy, MB Kahn, Lexington Printing and Planet Fitness. 

Newsletter Sponsor

EVENT PICTURES

PICTURES AND VIDEO OF THE LATEST AND GREATEST CHAMBER EVENTS HERE!

PICTURES OF 2018 OCTOBER CHAMBER BREAKFAST.
Breakfast Sponsored by SAFE Federal Credit Union, The Congaree Riverkeeper, Bill Spangler, was our Featured Speaker.
 
PICTURES OF OCTOBER 5TH RHYTHM ON THE RIVER!
Rhythm on the River's largest crowd ever.

Drone Video of October 12th Rhythm on the River!

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South Carolina Small Business Development Center


Online Tools for Entrepreneurs
presented by USC Small Business Development Center

11/08/2018
8:30 AM to 10 AM
Greater CWC Chamber of Commerce Office
1006 12th St.
Cayce, SC 29033

This class will cover timely tools found on the internet to help business owners manage a small business. Google tools and other vendors will be discussed. The class is encouraged to bring their favorite online tools to share.

Taught by Earl Gregorich, CBA, Senior Business Counselor with South Carolina Small Business Development Center, USC.
REGISTER HERE!

Chamber Events

Please join us in our November "Before Hours" event. This member event will be held from 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM at Planet Fitness in Cayce. A Planet Fitness Trainer will coach us through a 30 minute effective, full-body workout in the circuit training room. Bagels, coffee, showers, and locker rooms will be available to you during your visit. This will be a workout event from 7:30 AM - 8 AM with breakfast and networking to follow. REGISTER
 


Fall Open House
Something Borrowed has proudly been serving rental needs in the Midlands for over 2 years and we want all of our fellow vendors, treasured clients, and community friends to help us celebrate! There will be tons of refreshments including craft brews from Craft & Draft, wine and spirits provided by Ed's Bartending, southern staples from Hudson's Classic Catering, and the always satisfying Chick-fila. Big Time Entertainment will keep the party going while the Something Borrowed staff gives you a behind the scenes look at our operation.  Join us on Thursday, November 29 from 5:30 PM to 8 PM.
 

2018 Election Day


2018 Election Day
Tuesday
November 6th

2018 Santa and Grinch Holiday Bazaar

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Saturday, November 18, 2018  
9:00 AM- 1:00 PM

Glenforest School  (1041 Harbor Drive/West Columbia)


There will be breakfast foods provided (while supplies last), shopping for your holiday gifts, photography packages, and activities for the kids!

Vendor fee is $40.00
Chamber Members are eligible for a reduced price
VENDOR REGISTRATION HERE
Photograph Packages

Did you know you can move to the FRONT OF THE LINE to have your picture made with Santa & The Grinch if you prepay for your package?
PHOTO REGISTRATION HERE

2018 November Chamber Breakfast

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2018 November Chamber Breakfast
November 27
7:30 AM Registration and Breakfast Begins
7:50 - 9 AM Chamber Program
 

 
Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church
1000 B Ave, West Columbia, SC 29169


 
FEATURED SPEAKER
CAPTAIN HAMPTON TAYLOR
LEXINGTON SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
"ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING FOR BUSINESSES" 

In the wake of the recent tragedies involving gun violence that we have all witnessed, we would like to do what we can to help. Our goal is to encourage education and training and provide people with the tools they can use to be prepared for and respond and react to active shooter situations. Lexington County Sheriff Department offers this training and service to all Lexington County businesses. Are you and your employees prepared?

Upcoming Community Events


West Columbia Beautification Foundation’s Brick Fundraising Campaign with bricks installed at West Columbia’s newest park adjacent to the West Columbia Riverwalk.
Everyone - Every Ability - A Great Place to Play Together

The newest park in West Columbia is designed for children of all abilities to share the joy in playing together. The facilities and amenities are entirely ADA accessible and designed with dignity in mind. The following ADA amenities are available: playground, water fountain, restroom facilities, an open-air pavilion, landscaping, handicap accessible parking and sidewalks for easy access throughout the park and to the Riverwalk.

Making a donation to the West Columbia Beautification Foundation Brick Fundraising Campaign is a great way to memorialize your loved one, share a special date or message, or show support for your parks. Bricks will be engraved with your custom message and mini-bricks with the same message make a great gift. 
ORDER YOUR BRICK!

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City of Cayce Holiday Events

Christmas Tree Lighting @ Cayce City Hall
Thursday, November 29 at 6 PM

Carols Along the Riverwalk @ the N Avenue entrance to the Riverwalk
Friday, November 30 at 6:00 PM

Cayce Historical Museum’s Annual Christmas Traditions celebration on Saturday, December 1st at 6:00 PM

Beginning in December and continuing through the end of the year, visitors can take a ride through the Cayce City Hall complex and enjoy the magic of the Lights of Cayce including thousands of twinkling lights and music of the season.


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Springdale Holiday Events
Join us for some holiday fun to celebrate the Christmas season. Enjoy hot chocolate and smores while we sing carols with the Springdale Elementary Chorus and make ornaments. Also, enjoy milk and cookies with Santa.
Join us Monday, December 3 from 6 PM to 8 PM.
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West Columbia Holiday Events

Christmas Tree Lighting @ West Columbia City Hall
Friday, December 7 at 6 PM

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Christmas Parade @ South Congaree Main Street
Saturday, December 8 at 10 AM

Greater CWC News - 2018 November GCWC Chamber E-Newsletter