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• StartUp Shenandoah Valley

  • Start
    12 Jul 2021
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  • End
    30 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    Virtual - 8 weeks

  

  The next round of applications for Startup Shenandoah Valley is open!

  Has your business plateaued or is it in need of a new direction? Startup is looking for businesses that are ready to grow in the Valley!

  This program is free. Fill out their short interest form to get started!

  stauntonfund.org/s2v

  
  

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• LinkedIn Learning

  • Start
    12 Jul 2021
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  • End
    30 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    Virtual

  

  LinkedIn Learning is now available at NO COST to Shenandoah Valley jobseekers:  The Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board received 500 LinkedIn Learning licenses from Governor Northam’s office to provide training at no cost to unemployed job seekers. 

  The LinkedIn Learning license offers job seekers access to more than 10,000 education and training programs to help them build skills and credentials needed for employment.

  The licenses are good through March 31, 2022 and offer unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses.  The licenses are being offered to unemployed job seekers on a first come first serve basis. 
  

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• Return to Earn Grant Program

  • Start
    12 Jul 2021
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  • End
    30 Sep 2021
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  • Location
    Various

  

  Shenandoah Valley Return to Earn Grant:  Through funding from the office of Governor Northam, the Shenandoah Valley Return to Earn Grant Program matches payments up to $500 made by eligible Shenandoah Valley small businesses to provide new hires with up to $1,000 to support their transition back into the workforce.

  The Return to Earn Grant Program is available to Shenandoah Valley businesses with less than 100 employees statewide to match employer paid hiring bonuses up to $500 per hire paid directly to new employees hired between June 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021.

  This grant program is being offered and administered by the Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board
  

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• Voices of the Shenandoah

  • Start
    15 Jul 2021
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  • End
    17 Sep 2021
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  • Location
    Various

  
  

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• VECCA August & Sept Happenings

  • Start
    19 Jul 2021
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  • End
    30 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    123 S Main St, Woodstock

  
  

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• Shenandoah County 2045 Survey

  • Start
    19 Jul 2021
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  • End
    30 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    Online

  

  Shenandoah County 2045: A Future Together

  ATTENTION! Take the Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together Survey Here!  Help shape a better tomorrow together!

  The Citizen’s Advisory Committee and Shenandoah County have launched Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together, a community built plan for our County and all those who have a connection to it.

  The planning process will unfold over the next four years with majority of the community collaboration occurring from 2020-2022, with input in 2023-2024. As the next Comprehensive Plan is developed, we invite everyone to let us and the community know what you think about the future of Shenandoah County.

  
  

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• SWaM Certification and Other Business Trainings

  • Start
    21 Jul 2021
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  • End
    29 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    Online

  

  SWaM Certification

  July 23 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM EST

  Are you a small, women-owned, or minority-owned business who wants to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia? Small business owners who are looking to participate in Virginia’s specialized procurement and contracting opportunities are encouraged to become SWaM certified. In this webinar learn the process to become SWaM certified in Virginia. 

  REGISTER HERE

  
  

  Other Trainings

  Cyber Awareness Training For Your Businesses

  July 21 | Noon EST | Register

  Supporting Small Businesses & Promoting Job Creation with SBA 504 Loans

  July 21 | Noon EST | Register

  Success through e-Commerce

  July 22 | Noon EST | Register

  Grow Your Business with Digital Marketing

  July 29 | Noon EST | Register

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• Big Brothers Big Sisters Shen County Program

  • Start
    21 Jul 2021
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    (EDT)
  • End
    30 Jul 2021
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  • Location
    Shenandoah County

  
  

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• Shenandoah Valley Music Festival

  • Start
    23 Jul 2021
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  • End
    5 Sep 2021
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  • Location
    Orkney Springs, VA

  

  BUY TICKETS HERE

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• Cab Franc Journey at Muse Vineyards

  • When
    25 Jul 2021
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    11:00 AM (EDT)
  • Location
    Muse Vineyards, Woodstock

  
  

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• Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Meeting Tour

  • When
    28 Jul 2021
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online

  
  

  Region 8

  July 28  *  12 - 1PM

  REGISTER HERE 

  
  

  The Virginia Chamber Foundation is pleased to formally release the dates and open registration for the Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour.   Those who register will be invited to participate in the Blueprint Virginia 2030 Regional Tour survey. As part of the Blueprint Virginia 2030 development process, the Virginia Chamber Foundation has announced it will host a series of virtual meetings throughout Virginia, in partnership with its network of local, regional, and other chambers of commerce; and GO Virginia. These meetings will serve to foster greater regional collaboration by bringing together leaders in business, economic development, workforce, education, housing, and other community representatives from across the Commonwealth to provide input for Virginia’s next statewide strategic plan.   Participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from Barry DuVal and our partners from GO Virginia for an exclusive economic update presentation from both the statewide and regional perspectives. The initial results for the Regional Tour survey will be reviewed during each meeting. Most importantly, participants will have the opportunity to participate in an open dialogue to discuss policy recommendations for the final plan.

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• Freedom Adoption

  • When
    31 Jul 2021
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    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Shenandoah County Fairgrounds

  

  Saturday, July 31

  9am - 3pm

  Shenandoah County Fairgrounds

  Come and shop local vendors and crafters, enjoy foods from local businesses, and adopt your new furry family member all at one event!
  

  Vendor/Crafter spaces available $25 for 1 space and $40 for 2 spaces. All spaces are outdoor and 10'x10'. Tables are NOT provided. Reservation fee NON REFUNDABLE unless event is canceled by Furry Friends Rescue.

  Rescues are invited to bring adoptable animals. There is no charge for rescues to reserve spaces.

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• Lead Generation and Development 'How-To' Workshop Series

  • Start
    4 Aug 2021
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    4:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    1 Sep 2021
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    6:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online

  

  
  

  Lead Generation and Development 'How-To' Workshop Series July 7, August 4, and September 1 | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM EST Using Your Website for Lead Generation (July 7 - Hussain Shah) Learn what to change on your website to attract potential customers and then educate – inform – engage and then convert them into buyers. Topics Covered: Using SEO to improve organic SERP Promoting your digital presence with search engine based marketing Primacy of pursuit marketing to drive lead list development and email for lead maturation Using Channel Management for Lead Generation (August 4 - Subodh Nayar) Learn how to improve the effectiveness of your “cold calling” using LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Topics Covered: Search engine marketing using LinkedIn (B2B and B2G), Facebook and Instagram (B2C) How to use content to attract prospects How to use LinkedIn to improve the effectiveness of “cold calling” Writing a persuasive email Asking for the order Creating Content for Lead Generation (September 1 - Elis Devlin) Learn how to use educational, informative content to get noticed in social media and what to do with your email lists to lower the cost of paid marketing. Topics Covered: How to determine where to go to find your clients and those that look like them Creating and using a message map Effective content communication on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram Primacy of email marketing and the value of your email address list for lowering the cost of paid marketing Content Strategy

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• Nonprofit Council Meeting

  • When
    12 Aug 2021
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Chamber office, Woodstock

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  Nonprofit Council Meeting

  Thursday, Aug 12

  12pm - 1pm

  Chamber Office

  
  

  Look forward to seeing you in person.

  We will have a roundtable discussion on how your nonprofit is doing, needs of your nonprofit, and plans for your future growth

  (You're welcome to bring your lunch, we'll supply drinks & dessert)

  
  

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• Business After Hours at Cave Ridge Vineyard

  • When
    17 Aug 2021
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    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    1476 Conicville Road, Mt. Jackson

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  You're invited to join us in person

  for the August Business After Hours

  Tuesday, August 17

  5:30 - 7:00 PM

  Host: Cave Ridge Vineyard

  1476 Conicville Road, Mt. Jackson

  Co Host: Baker's Farm Fresh Pork

  
  

  In 2019 the Farm-to-Table Experience from our hosts  Cave Ridge Vineyard and Winery and Baker's Farm Fresh Pork was a big hit and this year's gathering promises the same.

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

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• Strasburg Business Alliance meeting

  • When
    19 Aug 2021
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    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Box Office Brewery, Strasburg

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  Thursday, August 19

   6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

  Location: Box Office Brewery Conference Room

  
  

   Agenda

  Welcome and Introduction of Members and Guests

  Topics of Discussion

  ·         Chamber 101 presentation

  ·         Vintage in the Valley Update, Aug 28

  ·         Strasburg Mayfest Wrap Up & 2022 plans (May 20-21,2022)

  ·         Christmas Parade discussion

  Town Update (Website Business Directory)

  Business Issues

  Member News

  Next Meeting: Sept 16, 6pm

  Upcoming Events:

  July 28: Blueprint Virginia 2030 Region 8 Mtg, 12 -1pm, Register Here

  Aug 17: Business After Hours, 5:30pm -7pm, Register Soon

  
  

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• North Mountain Vineyards August Events

  • When
    21 Aug 2021
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    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    North Mountain Vineyards, 4374 Swartz Rd, Maurertown

  

  
  

  Enjoy the beautiful Summer sights and sounds of North Mountain Vineyards – Tranquility, award-winning Wine, and great company!

  Saturday, August 21^st   2 – 5 pm  -   fine Music by Bill Foster and Don Crigler

   

  Reminder to homebrewers:  August is Hop Picking time! Make your appointment for a Hop Picking Picnic with your friends.

  
  

  Looking forward to seeing you !

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• Vintage in the Valley

  • Start
    27 Aug 2021
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    7:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    28 Aug 2021
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    4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Town of Strasburg

  
  

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• RevUp ShenCo

  • Start
    1 Sep 2021
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    6:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    27 Oct 2021
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    8:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Shenandoah County

  

  

  
  

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• Mercy Me at the Fair

  • When
    4 Sep 2021
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    (EDT)
  • Location
    Shenandoah County Fair

  
  

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• Pitch Night 2021

  • When
    10 Sep 2021
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    4:30 PM - 8:30 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Winchester

  
  

  September 10, 2021 | 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

  InnoVault, Winchester

  Reserve your seat as an audience participant by getting one of the Attend tickets or apply to pitch by getting one of the Apply to Pitch Tickets.

  If you would like to pitch your business idea please continue to read!

  Do you have a business idea but you’re just not sure how or where to begin? Do you know there’s an opportunity to scale your current business but just need some expert advice or funding to get you there? Do you have questions about patents, intellectual property, manufacturing, distribution, marketing, getting investors? This is Your Opportunity to pitch your idea for a new Product, Service, Business OR your idea to scale your current business to a panel of business experts and investors!

  Crystel Lynn Smith, Virginia's Most Sought Ager High-Performance Coach and Founder of Crystel Clear Business Strategies, and Innovault, Winchester's Idea LaunchPad, are once again launching Pitch Night 2021!

  3 Selected entrepreneurs (and or people with cool or crazy ideas) will be provided with

  • Live training, (via Zoom) with Alex Skinner, economic anthropologist, CFO of startup IP Haus, and Founder of InnoVault Coworking, through his proven Pitch Masterclass
  • Alex’s step by step template to creating and perfecting your pitch
  • Opportunity to Pitch to Investors, Entrepreneurs, Financial Gurus and other Business Experts
  • Feedback from the experts
  • Exposure on any of the following media platforms utilized for Pitch Night 2021
  • Social Media
  • Television
  • Radio
  • Newspaper

  
  

  The winner of Pitch Night 2021 will receive:

  • One-Month of business coaching with High-Performance Business Coach and Best-Selling Author, Crystel Lynn Smith ($1,200.00 value)
  • One -Year Flex-Time Membership at Winchester’s sought after Innovault ($2,388 value)
  • AND $1,000!

  More information and reservation details for September Pitch Night 2021

  
  

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• 2021 Relay For Life

  • When
    10 Sep 2021
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    6:00 PM - 11:30 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Shenandoah County Park, Maurertown

  
  

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• United Way Day of Caring 2021

  • When
    15 Sep 2021
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    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Countywide

  
  

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• SVMF Golf Tournament at Bryce Resort

  • When
    8 Oct 2021
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    11:30 AM (EDT)
  • Location
    Bryce Resort

  
  

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• Nonprofit Council meeting

  • When
    14 Oct 2021
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Chamber office, 103 S Main St, Woodstock

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  Nonprofit Council Meeting

  Thursday, Oct. 14th

  Chamber Office

  12 - 1pm

  Presenter: Crystel Smith

  

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• Halloween on Court Square

  • When
    30 Oct 2021
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    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Court Square, Woodstock

  

  Saturday, October 30, 2021

  11:00 am - 2:00 pm

  Court Square

  Admission is free. You may have to sign-up your family/ group for a one hour time period via a future posted link.

  Activities

  • Magic Shows, 11:20 am, 12:20 pm, 1:20 pm
  • Craft making
  • Monster mural coloring activity
  • Petting Zoo
  • Pumpkin painting
  • Trick-or-treating at participating businesses

  This will be the only opportunity for children 5-12 years old to register to win the honor of lighting the town Christmas tree with the mayor at this year's Light Up Woodstock Celebration, December 3, 2021.

  In the event of rain, outdoor activities will be canceled.

  Business participation application (PDF) coming closer to the event

  What about those pumpkin people? Find out more as we move closer to the event

  2021 Trick-or-Treating locations

  Lists available at the Halloween on Court Square info table

  
  

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