April 4 Noon Legislative Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom April 5 8:00 am Membership Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom 9:00 am Golf Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom April 10 Noon Outstanding Business Student Awards Cumberland Country Club April 11 Noon Legislative Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom April 12 7:30 am Education Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom 8:30 am Leadership Allegany! Rising Steering Committee Meeting Chamber BoardroomApril 16 8:00 am Leadership Allegany! Alumni Committee Meeting Chamber BoardroomApril 17 8:00 am Leadership Allegany! Steering Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom April 18 8:00 am Economic Devlop. Com. Mtg. Chamber Boardroom Noon Legislative Committee Meeting Chamber Boardroom 5:30 – 7:30 pm “Chamber After Hours” Allegany Radio CorporationApril 20 7:30 am Legislative Wrap Up Breakfast Cumberland Country Club April 26 Noon Board of Directors Meeting Chamber BoardroomApril 27 9:00 am Second Annual Golf Outing Cumberland Country Club

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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson MandelaEducation. Education is defined in a number of ways including the act or process of imparting knowledge, an instructive or enlightening experience, and the theory of teaching and learning, among others. Whose responsibility is it to educate? Teachers and schools are obvious answers but is the responsibility solely theirs? While it may be a teacher’s “job” to educate, learning is constant and happens everyday, everywhere. Each of us has the opportunity to educate our youth and all learners. Workforce development, especially the growth and maturation of our youth into productive and engaged citizens, is critical to a community’s success. To that end, the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce and its Education Committee create and participate in oppor-tunities contributing to the advancement of our youth and workforce throughout the year. On March 14th the Allegany County Chamber graduated its first class of Leader-ship Allegany! Rising students. Modeled after the successful Leadership Allegany! program, Leadership Allegany! Rising provides the opportunity for high school juniors to gain the knowledge and motiva-tion to effect positive change within the region. The Chamber also participates in Achievement Counts, Focus on the Future, the Allegany County Student Salute Pro-gram, the Drug Prevention Club Commit-tee, Mock Interviews, A.C.E.S., Allegany County Library’s Guys Read, the Local Advisory Committee for Career and Tech-nical Education, the Workforce Develop-ment Board, the Western Maryland IT Center of Excellence and P-Tech. The

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Chamber also recognizes area students with Outstanding Business Student Awards and is honored to recognize the Allegany County Teacher of the Year. So how can you help? Connecting students with the business community can take many forms. You simply need to give the Chamber a call and we can work together to determine

the best fit for you. Sharing a few hours of your time and expertise will have a tremen-dous impact on someone’s future. It takes a village and you can make a difference. All you have to do is call 301-722-2820.Thank you to the Cumberland Cultural Foundation – Gilchrist Gallery for hosting the March “Chamber After Hours”. The over 100 in attendance were treated to a great evening. The April “After Hours” is hosted by Allegany Radio Corporation on Wednesday, April 18th.While it may not quite feel like it, spring is officially here and time to dust off those golf clubs. Get your early season swing on by participating in the Second Annual Chamber Golf Outing on April 27th at the Cumberland Country Club. Details are included in this newsletter.The 90th day of the Maryland General Assembly 2018 Session and the Adjournment “Sine Die” date is April 9th. The Chamber’s Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast is scheduled for 7:30am April 20th at the Cumberland Country Club. This is an excellent opportu-nity to review and discuss the session with your Western Maryland Delegation.Planning has started on another great net-working and marketing opportunity, the Chamber’s Annual Expo, to be held at the Allegany College of Maryland Gymnasium on October 11th. The theme this year is Chamber’s “Shake, Rattle and Roll” Expo 2018 and should prove to be another excel-lent way to showcase your business or organization. Not to mention a heck of a lot of fun. Stay tuned for additional details coming soon. Stu Czapski Executive Director

Volume XXXVI No. 4 Bell Tower Building • Cumberland, MD 21502 April 2018

Special ThanksTo Our Sponsors:

Ali Ghan Shrine Club Bella, LLCKristi Otto

Allstate InsuranceMaddCatt Vapors, Inc.

Member Profile: The Allegany County Historical Society 218 Washington Street Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-8678 – Gordon Roberts House 2017 marked 80 years since the creation of the Allegany County Historical Society. Since 1937 they have worked to preserve and promote local history through a variety of avenues... Today this 501 c 3 non-profit organization is driven to collect stories, give back to the community and share Western Maryland’s rich history through three museums, their special collections, educational series in schools and local museums, discovery, and partnerships. Each museum site, event and project the Allegany County Historical Society undertakes is fueled by incredible volunteers and staff. They look forward to being a part of your story, as they grow and reboot their story.

The Gordon-Roberts House Experience an historic house museum that was once home to a congressman and C & O Canal president, a musician and his family, farmers, servants, friends of Generals and more. This three story red-brick home was built shortly after the end of the American Civil War and has stories to share with you. The space is utilized for living history experiences, weddings and private events.

The house that was once known as History House has become just that – the house where history lives. This museum is open Wednesday through Saturday 10-4 with volunteer work days each Tuesday. www.gordon-robertshouse.com Facebook/Gordon-Roberts House

F. Brooke Whiting House & CollectionConstructed in 1911, the bungalow located at 632 Washington Street houses rare books, period furnishings and original artworks from the world over. Amassed throughout multiple generations of the White and Whiting families and lovingly curated, the collection acts as a prompt to its commu-nity, visitors and caretakers: an enduring reminder of family legacy. This museum is open for exploration year-round by appointment. www.thewhitinghouse.org Facebook/F. Brooke Whiting House

Union Grove One Room SchoolhouseIn 1901, the Union Grove One Room School was built to replace the Wilson Academy. A focal point of the surrounding commu-nity, the Union Grove schoolhouse served children in the Mason and Smouses Mill

road territory, acted as a meeting house and festival grounds. In 2007 the local 4 H club donated Union Grove schoolhouse to the Historical Society and since that time, it has been completely restored. Today the schoolhouse is the last un-altered schoolhouse in Allegany County and is open May – October for immersive student field trips, a day long Family Day each summer and is available for family open houses and special events. Union Grove One Room SchoolhouseConnect with the Allegany County Histori-cal Soceity for upcoming events, education series and history fun!

Follow them on Facebook/The Allegany County Historical Society info@gordon-robertshouse.comachs218@gmail.com301-777-8678

Save the DateThursday, October 11, 2018

Allegany College of Maryland – Gymnasium10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Returning for 2018: Extraordinary Sponsorship Opportunities

with benefits that extend into 2019

Chance To Be Creative – decorate your booth in the 50’s theme and win great

prizes (attendees will vote)

“Sample” the best Allegany County food vendors have to offer.

The Chamber’s Second Annual Golf Outing will be held on Friday, April 27th at the Cumberland Country Club with a shotgun start at 9:00 am.This event is a fun opportunity to enjoy a day on the links kicking off the golf season while networking and connecting with business friends and colleagues. The outing features a traditional scramble format with contests throughout the day including a putting contest, corn hole, power balls, 50/50 raffles and a hole in one contest. A four-person team is $400.00; a single player is $125.00. Sponsorship opportunities are also available and include:

Gold Sponsor - $1,000 • Team of (4) four players • (2) Tee Signs • (2) Fliers in the Chamber E-newsletter or (2) months advertising in the weekly E-news. • Business member mailing list on CD • Opportunity to distribute info at registration table • Logo on advertising material • Verbal recognition at event • Logo on all carts

Silver Sponsor - $500.00 • Tee Sign • (1) Flier in the Chamber E-newsletter or (1) month advertising in the weekly E-news • Chamber membership on CD • Name on advertising material • Verbal recognition at event

Bronze Sponsor - $250.00 • Tee Sign • Flier in Chamber newsletter • Verbal recognition at event

Tent Sponsor - $250.00 • Opportunity to display on the course to showcase a product or service to all players; sponsor is responsible for providing tent.

Tee Sponsor - $100.00

Whether playing as a foursome or as a single golfer this will be a fun and exciting day. There are many ways to get involved. To guarantee a slot for your team please respond as soon as possible; for tee sign sponsorships please respond by Thursday, April 12th. For more information on this event please contact the Chamber office at 301-722-2820.

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April 27, 2018Patrice & AssociatesP. O. Box 186McHenry, MD 21541301-798-7350 www.patricejobs.com/jshoberContact: John Shober, Franchise Owner Email: jshober@particeandassociates.com Category: Employment Services Description: Hospitality Recruiting

Pivot Physical Therapy14302 Barton BlvdSuite 201Cumberland, Maryland 21502240-362-7442Fax: 1-240-362-7448 www.pivotphysicaltherapycom Contact: Jessie Cannon, Front Office Coordinator E-mail: Cumberland@pivotphysicaltherapy.com Category: Physical Therapy Health - Rehabilitation Description: Physical therapy, post-operative rehabilitation, acute or chronic pain, athletic injury rehab and work-related injury recovery. Personalized care with exceptional outcomes.

Shooters Neighborhood Bar & Grill13408 McMullen Highway Cumberland, Maryland 21502301-729-1637Fax: 240-362-7014 www.shootersmd.comContact: Laura Yost, Operations Manager E-mail: yostl79@gmail.comCategory: Restaurant, Pub/BarDescription: Offering family friendly atmosphere with great food and drinks

Somerset Trust Company3245 Chestnut Ridge RoadGrantsville, Maryland 21536814-443-9347 www.somersettrust.comContact: Chad Grimes, Marketing Coordinator E-mail: cgrimes@somersettrust.com Category: Banks and Banking AssociationsDescription: Independent community bank serving residents, businesses and communities in Somerset, Cambria and parts of Fayette, Westmoreland and Bedford Counties as well as Garrett County, MD

New Members(patronize these members and welcome them to the Chamber)

“Chamber After Hours”Wednesday, April 18, 2018

5:30 to 7:30 pmHosted by:

Allegany Radio Corporation

Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast

Friday, April 20, 20187:30 am

Cumberland Country Club

Outstanding BusinessStudent AwardsTuesday, April 10, 2018

NoonCumberland Country Club

Second AnnualGolf Outing

Friday, April 27, 20189:00 am Shotgun Start

Cumberland Country Club

ChambertheStuart C. Czapski, Executive Director

Allegany County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Officers Chair: Charles L. Croft, Jr. First Vice Chair: Scott C. PfeifferSecond Vice Chair: Nicole R. D’AtriImmediate Past Chair: Jeremy G. Irons

Bell Tower Building 24 Frederick Street, Cumberland, Maryland 21502 301-722-2820 • 301-722-5995 Fax e-mail: info@alleganycountychamber.comwww.alleganycountychamber.com

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The Allegany County Chamber of Commerce will present a Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast on Friday, April 20, 2018 at the Cumberland Country Club, Cumberland, Maryland beginning at 7:30 am. The Western Maryland Delegation will provide a recap of business legislation and the issues of the 2018 Legislative Session in Annapolis. The session review will consist of comments by Senator George Edwards, Delegate Wendell Beitzel, Delegate Jason Buckel, and Delegate Michael McKay, followed by a question and answer period. The cost to attend (which includes a buffet breakfast) is $20.00 for Chamber members and $30.00 for non-members. To make reservations, contact the Chamber at 301-722-2820 or email: memry@alleganycountychamber.com.

Chamber Legislative Wrap-Up Breakfast

Membership Category – Startup Allegany! If you are a new start up business looking to get the word out about your business the Chamber has a program for you. Recognizing the unique challenges start up businesses face the Chamber created a new membership category specifically designed for small startups businesses with under 50 employees who have been in business less than two years. Parameters include: ❖ A true new start up business ❖ Been in existence for under two years ❖ Employ under 50 employeesPrice: ❖ Flat Fee – $195.00 (pro-rated based on when join) for the first year. ❖ $195.00 flat fee for second year ❖ Do not qualify for quarterly paymentsBenefits: ❖ Four (4) flyers in the Chamber monthly newsletter per year ❖ Featured in the “Start Up Spotlight” in a monthly newsletter (one time) ❖ $100.00 certificate good towards one ad – any size – in the next printed version of the Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory. If you know of a start up business that would like to take advantage of this great opportunity please have them contact the Chamber office at 301-722-2820 for more details.