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| Hello Megan!
The purpose of the Chamber Express is to keep members up-to-date on all events, programs and news at the Chamber office.
Please
let us know if you have any suggestions, comments or questions relating
to this issue of the Ann Arbor Area Chamber Express by emailing Lindsay McCarthy, Director of Programs and Events, or by calling 734.665.4433.
Thank you for your time,
Lindsay McCarthy
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| Chamber Golf Outing
Monday, May 19
Travis Pointe Country Club
2829 Travis Pointe Road, Ann Arbor
7:30am Morning Flight
1pm Afternoon Flight
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eagle sponsors:
join us on the green:
$185 per person 
$740 foursome
morning flight
7:30am Shotgun
1pm Shotgun
$50
6:30pm
Spring has sprung and it is time to think about green
fairways and sunshine. Mark your calendar for the Ann Arbor Area
Chamber's Annual Golf Outing, on Monday, May 19. This year's event is
presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and is promised to
quell your cabin fever for a day or two!
Space is going fast so hurry up and register today to make sure you get a chance to play.
Register for the Golf Outing today!
Questions? Contact Barbara Davenport at barbara@annarborchamber.org or by calling 734.214.0104. | |
Curb Your Car Month 2008
May 1 - May 31
Get more out of your commute!
 Want
more money? More time? More fun? Get more out of your commute during
Curb Your Car Month this May! From Thursday, May 1st - Saturday, May
31st the getDowntown Program gives you the chance to experience some of
the amazing benefits you get when you walk, bike, bus, carpool/vanpool
and telecommute to work.
Take the Commuter Challenge during Curb
Your Car Month and compete against other similar-sized organizations
for prizes and fame! Participate in one of the many Curb Your Car Month
events, including Free Transit Day, Speedpooling, Bike to Work Day, the
Walker Tracker Walking Contest and more!
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| Morning Edition
Wednesday, May 21
Weber's Inn
3050 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
7am - 8:45am
 Russ Collins, Executive Director of the Michigan Theater
Russ
hosts this dynamic program designed by the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of
Commerce. The purpose of this event is to keep members informed and
up-to-date on vital local issues and offer an opportunity to network
with fellow Chamber members.
Dave Carson, Research Scientist, ISCIENCES, LLC
This
team of environmental and remote sensing experts design data
visualization products to promote better understanding of the Earth for
the benefit of science, society and the environment.
 John Metzger, President, Metzger's German Restaurant
John
Metzger is the third generation member of his family to run the famous
Metzger's German Restaurant, located on the west side of Ann Arbor, and
now celebrating its 80th Anniversary.
 Kirsten Levinsohn, Director, Leslie Science & Nature Center
Providing
natural science and environmental programs for youth and their
families. Visitors are encouraged to stroll along the trails, be amazed
by raptors or just revel in the exploration of the natural world.
 Martin Kahn, CEO, ProQuest
This
dynamic Ann Arbor based business provides global access to one of the
largest online content repositories in the world. They are world
leaders in the collection, organization and publishing of information.
 Tom McMullen, President, McMullen Co., Inc.
McMullen
Co. has four generations of commercial and residential real estate
development experience in Ann Arbor. Tom will share his thoughts on the
state of, and future prospects for, office occupancy in Ann Arbor.
$25 Chamber members / $30 prospective members
Please preregister by noon on Tuesday, May 20th.
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| Michigan Leaders Speak
Thursday, May 22
Barton Hills Country Club
730 Country Club Road, Ann Arbor
7:30am - 9am
There will be a candid discussion with leaders from economics, politics and business about the future of Ypsilanti.
This is a pivotal year for the Ypsilanti area:
- Water Street redevelopment repackaging to draw smaller investors/projects
- Washtenaw County launching a new initiative to mobilize East County business leaders
- Visteon closing city factory
- SPARK opening a business incubator downtown
- City preparing for more budget cuts by July 1 and into 2009 that prompt cooperation with other municipalities
Cost: $25
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| Get Connected
Thursday, May 22
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron, 3rd Floor
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Are
you a new or prospective member or are you a new representative in a
Chamber member company? If so, plan to attend an informational session
called Get Connected. At this one-stop resource for your business you
will learn about member benefits, including marketing opportunities and
the many ways to maximize your membership. Attendees will also meet the
Chamber staff who are here to help.
It's free and no advance registration is necessary. Join us!
Questions? Contact Cheryl O'Brien at 734.214.0107.
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Ann Arbor Chamber
Blood Drive
Wednesday, May 28
Detroit Edison Center Community Room
425 South Main Street, Ann Arbor
9am - 3pm
Sponsor: Washtenaw Woodwrights
 The
American Red Cross needs your help in meeting the demands for blood in
southeastern Michigan. Donating blood is easy, it costs you nothing -
except a little of your time - and will give you a sense of pride and
satisfaction that is beyond words.
Washtenaw Woodwrights is the sponsor for the May 28, 2008 Chamber Blood Drive. Please go to www.givelife.org, enter sponsor code: chamber, select Ann Arbor Chamber Drive and pick your desired time, or call Mary Crawford at (734) 214-0105 or email mary@annarborchamber.org to schedule an appointment.Please help make our Blood Drive a success by planning to donate.
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| You're Invited to
The Open House
Friday, June 6th
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 W. Huron, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
12pm - 2pm - Lunch Reception with your local elected officials and candidates
*Informal discussions on the issues affecting your business.
2pm - 4pm
*Tour your new Chamber offices.
*Meet the Chamber staff and Chamber partners.
*Learn about money saving opportunities & more.
4pm - 6pm - Fine Wines and Hors d'oeuvres Reception
*Meet your Board of Directors and Volunteer Committee members.
Coffee to be provided by Bearclaw Coffee Company.
Flowers to be provided by Norton's Flowers & Gifts.
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| NetWorks!
Thursday, June 12th
The Polo Fields Golf and Country Club
5200 Polo Fields Drive
11:30am - 1:00pm
Please pre-register by noon on Wednesday, June 11th.
Sponsor: Fidelity Investments
Program: "Power NetWorks! - Making your Connections Count."
 The
next evolution of the popular "Power Mingle" is the "Power NetWorks!"
Speed Dating for your business. Come prepared to answer the following
questions during the Power Networks!: what is my core business, who is
my ideal client, and what makes me different from my competition - in
three minutes or less!
For more information, please contact Barbara Davenport at 734.214.0104.
$25 Members/$30 Prospective Members
 "Speed
Networking was an OUTSTANDING way for me to gain a much deeper
knowledge and understanding of what a smaller segment of people have to
offer. I felt more connected during the Speed Networking that I do
during the power-mingles. It was definitely a better way for me to
establish more of a rapport with the people I have come to network
with!"Peggy A. Bitondo
Catering Sales Manager
The Polo Fields Golf & Country Club
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SAVE THE DATE!
Member Reception
Thursday, June 26
Rush Street Martini Lounge
314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor
4pm - 6pm
You
won't want to miss this opportunity to meet and mingle with your fellow
Chamber members at our June Member Reception located at Rush Street.
Rush
Street Martini Lounge is that fabulous lounge on Main Street with
heavenly small plates, appetizers and terrific martinis. Known for its
comfortable and stylish decor, the longest bar in Ann Arbor and the
most extensive martini list in the metro area. Rush Street Martini
Lounge is an Ann Arbor favorite. The perfect gathering place with its
becoming VIP lounge areas and outside dining.
Chamber
members will be treated to Rush's fabulous complimentary selection of
our small plate delicacies, while enjoying "Happy Hour" prices which
will include $5.00 handcrafted martinis; a welcome to Rush Street and a
fun networking event. We at Rush are delighted to be able to sponsor a
gathering of business friends. Member
Receptions are open and free to Chamber members. No registration
required. Don't forget to bring plenty of business cards!
Questions? Contact Cheryl O'Brien, Membership Director at cheryl@annarborchamber.org or by calling 734.214.0107.
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SAVE THE DATE!
IMPACT 2008
September 10, 2008
Kensington Court Ann Arbor
610 Hilton Blvd., Ann Arbor
Registration 7:30am
Program begins at 8am
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Lindsay McCarthy, Director of Programs and Events
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
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