Arts United in partnership with the Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 2009 Artie Awards in celebration of outstanding people and organizations making exceptional contributions to the arts and cultural community in northeast Indiana. These awards will be presented at the exclusive Bravo Breakfast on Friday, April 24 at 7:30am at the Chamber's Anthony Wayne Room.
The award categories will include Outstanding Arts Educator (Margaret Ann Keegan Award), Outstanding Artist of the Year, Outstanding Arts Volunteer of the Year, Outstanding Arts Corporate Supporter, Outstanding Arts Partner, Outstanding Arts Advocate, and Lifetime Achievement.
Awards may be nominated by any arts and cultural organization receiving support from Arts United in the last year, any current member of the Arts United Community Arts Council or Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce. Arts United does not guarantee that a recipient will be selected in each award category.
For more information as well as a nomination form, please visit http://www.artsunited.org/. All nomination forms must be received on or before noon on Friday, March 20.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Next Third House Forum Moved to March 7
The next Third House Forum has been moved from February 28 to March 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the Chamber.
Be aware and understand issues and policy that affect Northeast Indiana by attending the Chamber's Third House Forums. These forums will provide you with an update on both the legislative climate in the Statehouse, and how the Chamber's business issues are faring in the process. Legislators of the Northeast Indiana Delegation are available to take questions and respond to your concerns.
RSVPs are not necessary. For more information please contact Keith Knepp at (260) 424-1435, ext. 259 or knepp@fwchamber.org.
Hope to see you there!
Be aware and understand issues and policy that affect Northeast Indiana by attending the Chamber's Third House Forums. These forums will provide you with an update on both the legislative climate in the Statehouse, and how the Chamber's business issues are faring in the process. Legislators of the Northeast Indiana Delegation are available to take questions and respond to your concerns.
RSVPs are not necessary. For more information please contact Keith Knepp at (260) 424-1435, ext. 259 or knepp@fwchamber.org.
Hope to see you there!
Heart Healthy Grocery Shopping with Kris Foate
A big part of being heart healthy starts in the grocery store by buying the right kinds of foods."There are so many products in a grocery store so it is a little overwhelming, but once you clue into what you are looking for, it becomes easier. You learn what product your family likes and you can stick with that," Lutheran Hospital Outpatient Dietitian Beverly Moellering said.
To learn what to clue in on, NewsChannel 15 went shopping with Moellering and Kris Foate, President/CEO of the Chamber. Moellering evaluated Foate's choices and recommended some better options.
Click here to watch the video
In This Issue...
In today's issue of the Chamber's Emphasis magazine (center section of the Fort Wayne Business Weekly)...February 12 is the Mayor's State of the City address. RSVP to be there...
Northrop Grumman gives out 12 full ride scholarships each year to IPFW. Find out how to apply...
What did you miss at Cc: me? Where is the next one?...
Who are this year's ATHENA nominees...
And much more! For questions about Emphasis please contact the editor, Nicole Wilkins at nwilkins@fwchamber.org.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
RSVP for State of the City
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Mayor Tom Henry's State of the City Address will take place Thursday, February 12 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Public Safety Academy.
This event is co-sponsored by the Chamber and the Alliance. There is no charge to attend but RSVPs are required!
The schedule is as follows:
Safety Academy Tours 11:30
State of the City Speech Noon
Light Lunch 12:30
The event is open to the public, but once again, RSVPs are required. Please RSVP to Keith Knepp at (260) 424-1435, ext. 228 or kknepp@fwchamber.org.
What is THE Place to Connect with the FW Business Community...Cc: me
Find out what 150 professionals discovered last month - that Cc: me is THE place to connect with the Fort Wayne business community!
Join the Chamber and other Fort Wayne professionals to enjoy an evening of art, chocolate, and wine in a beautiful downtown setting as Cc: me takes place at Art Off Main.
Cc: me is a new after-work event designed to create opportunities for you to build lasting relationships with other Fort Wayne professionals and find out the latest business buzz without being bombarded with sales pitches. Not sure what true networking is or how to do it? Chamber "Connectors" will be present to help connect you to those you should meet and know.
When: February 12, 2009 5 - 7 p.m.
When: February 12, 2009 5 - 7 p.m.
Where: The Masonic Temple (216 E. Washington Blvd.)
How much: $5 Members ~ $10 Non-Members
Down the Line 3, Legends from Locals
The Embassy Theatre announces Down the Line 3. Legends From Locals, presented by Hoosier Park Racing & Casino. Down the Line is a one-night music tribute to six legends of rock-n-roll to benefit the Embassy Theatre, on Saturday, February 7 at 7 p.m.
Down the Line 3 will feature six local bands paying respect to those that inspired them by bringing their music to life:
The Band by Lee Miles & The Illegitimate Sons
Led Zeppelin by Left Lane Cruiser
Marvin Gaye & Smokey Robinson by Ty Causey & Band
Aretha Franklin by Fatima Washington
Jimi Hendrix by Brian Lemert & Friends
Bob Marley by Unlikely Alibi
Tickets for this all-ages show are $10 and $12 day of show and are available at the Embassy Theatre box office, all other Ticketmaster locations and Ticketmaster.com.
Down the Line 3 will feature six local bands paying respect to those that inspired them by bringing their music to life:
The Band by Lee Miles & The Illegitimate Sons
Led Zeppelin by Left Lane Cruiser
Marvin Gaye & Smokey Robinson by Ty Causey & Band
Aretha Franklin by Fatima Washington
Jimi Hendrix by Brian Lemert & Friends
Bob Marley by Unlikely Alibi
Tickets for this all-ages show are $10 and $12 day of show and are available at the Embassy Theatre box office, all other Ticketmaster locations and Ticketmaster.com.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
February is American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month. The Chamber is proud to support Lutheran Hospital's campaign to keep our hearts beating strong.
Tune into WANE Ch 15 news on Thursday night to see Chamber president Kristine Foate and learn more about heart health. Make a pledge to be heart healthy: eat well and exercise often. (click on image for larger view)
Tune into WANE Ch 15 news on Thursday night to see Chamber president Kristine Foate and learn more about heart health. Make a pledge to be heart healthy: eat well and exercise often. (click on image for larger view)
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Youth Summit to Highlight Servant Leaders
What can a young person in Allen County do to make a difference in their community? They can start by attending the third Allen County United Youth Summit to be held from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., Saturday, February 21, at the IPFW Walb Student Union. The Summit will encourage discussion and a call for action on some of the most important concerns of young people.
Students have become more involved in helping with community service projects through school and youth groups, and as individuals. The Summit will allow them to take their actions to a new level by meeting with community leaders and other students interested in similar causes. Collectively, they can begin to see that by working on similar needs, they can create more synergy and create lasting change for their community.
The 2009 workshops students identified include addressing the issues of drugs and gangs, welcoming new immigrants, assisting animal shelters, homelessness, living with disabilities, and safe driving habits. Students will select two of the sessions to attend and generate new ways that they can make a difference in these areas. Those who wish to seek additional funding to assist with their project may do so through a Youth As Resources grant application.
The Summit is geared for all Allen County students in grades seven through twelve. February 14 is the deadline for registration for the Summit, which is required. More information can be found by contacting the Purdue Extension Service, (260) 481-6826, or visiting the web site: http://www.acuys.org/.
Students have become more involved in helping with community service projects through school and youth groups, and as individuals. The Summit will allow them to take their actions to a new level by meeting with community leaders and other students interested in similar causes. Collectively, they can begin to see that by working on similar needs, they can create more synergy and create lasting change for their community.
The 2009 workshops students identified include addressing the issues of drugs and gangs, welcoming new immigrants, assisting animal shelters, homelessness, living with disabilities, and safe driving habits. Students will select two of the sessions to attend and generate new ways that they can make a difference in these areas. Those who wish to seek additional funding to assist with their project may do so through a Youth As Resources grant application.
The Summit is geared for all Allen County students in grades seven through twelve. February 14 is the deadline for registration for the Summit, which is required. More information can be found by contacting the Purdue Extension Service, (260) 481-6826, or visiting the web site: http://www.acuys.org/.
Mayor Henry Joins Hoosier Mayors for Trip to D.C.
Mayor Tom Henry and the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) announced that they are traveling to Washington, D.C. this week to convince members of Congress to approve an economic stimulus package that quickly addresses valuable infrastructure needs and puts Hoosiers to work.
“Headlines across the country are focusing on President Obama’s stimulus package. I want Fort Wayne residents to know that I’m working with Indiana senators and congressmen to make sure they know the value of these plans for putting Fort Wayne residents to work now and for years to come,” Mayor Henry said. “By giving the money directly to cities and towns, we will be able to get it into the community quickly with our projects that are ready to go.”
Mayor Henry and IACT will be joined by a bi-partisan group of seven mayors from around the state to support a stimulus package that allocates significant federal funding for local infrastructure. The group will meet with several members of the Indiana congressional delegation on Wednesday during a day of meetings on Capitol Hill Wednesday.
“Headlines across the country are focusing on President Obama’s stimulus package. I want Fort Wayne residents to know that I’m working with Indiana senators and congressmen to make sure they know the value of these plans for putting Fort Wayne residents to work now and for years to come,” Mayor Henry said. “By giving the money directly to cities and towns, we will be able to get it into the community quickly with our projects that are ready to go.”
Mayor Henry and IACT will be joined by a bi-partisan group of seven mayors from around the state to support a stimulus package that allocates significant federal funding for local infrastructure. The group will meet with several members of the Indiana congressional delegation on Wednesday during a day of meetings on Capitol Hill Wednesday.
Monday, February 2, 2009
From the Statehouse...
By Joni HowellGovernment & Community Affairs Manager
At the Statehouse Last Week...
The Chamber has been supportive of local government reform initiatives and the debate of the Kernan-Shepard recommendations. Two of these reform bills were heard in committee last week.
SB452: Kernan-Shepard Election Provisions
Position: Support
Status: Held for vote Senate Elections Committee
Moves elections of municipal officers to even numbered years. Provides that employees of a political subdivisions cannot serve as elected members of the subdivision's legislative body. Establishes use of vote centers as an option for all counties. Moves school board elections to the fall. Currently only 1 of Allen County's 4 school districts holds their school board election in the fall, the others are held during the primary.
SB348: Library Services Planning
Position: Support
Status: Passed Senate Local Government Committee (7-1)
While Allen County's library system is already consolidated, the Chamber stands in support of this planning system to enhance access to libraries and save taxpayer dollars.
Business Start-Up Forum February 19 in Fort Wayne
A business start-up forum, "Key Steps in Starting a Business in Fort Wayne," will be presented on Thursday, February 19, in downtown Fort Wayne. The forum, which is free of charge, will meet from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Omni Room on the second floor of the City-County Building, located at One Main Street in Fort Wayne.
Topics to be discussed, in addition to Starting a Business in Fort Wayne, will include Legal Structure, Cash Flow, and Financial Statements. Registration is preferred, but not required. To register, or to obtain more information contact the Fort Wayne Mayor's Office at (260) 427-1111.
This forum is being offered by the Chamber, Northeast Indiana SBDC in partnership with Women's Enterprise, SCORE, the City of Fort Wayne and the Small Business Administration. Forums will be held on a monthly basis to address a variety of business-related topics.
Topics to be discussed, in addition to Starting a Business in Fort Wayne, will include Legal Structure, Cash Flow, and Financial Statements. Registration is preferred, but not required. To register, or to obtain more information contact the Fort Wayne Mayor's Office at (260) 427-1111.
This forum is being offered by the Chamber, Northeast Indiana SBDC in partnership with Women's Enterprise, SCORE, the City of Fort Wayne and the Small Business Administration. Forums will be held on a monthly basis to address a variety of business-related topics.
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