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5/1/2008
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5/5/2008
Partners in Education Reception
Location:West Forsyth High School, 4155 Drew Rd. Cumming
Start:6:00 PM
End:8:00 PM

Join the Chamber and Forsyth County Schools in a celebration of excellence as we recognize school-level Teachers of the Year and Partners in Education along with a special announcement of the 2008 Forsyth County Teacher of the Year. No registration necessary.

Seating is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.

Title sponsor Northside Hospital-Forsyth. Presenting sponsor Publix. Signature sponsors Gainesville State College, Hardee’s, Honda Mall of Georgia and Wal-Mart.

5/6/2008
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5/7/2008
10 Ways to Improve Your Cash Flow- an SBSC seminar
Location:Chamber's events facility, 513 W. Maple St. Cumming
Start:11:45 AM
End:1:00 PM

Failing to balance the money your company pays out against the income you bring in can hamper your ability to grow, and can even put your company at risk. This seminar provides 10 valuable tactics to help you avoid cash crunches, including:

Facing your fears of financial reports
Developing systems to collect the cash you are owed
Putting your money to work
Keeping your costs in check
Pricing your products properly
Fine-tuning your inventory

Presented by: SunTrust Bank, Nora McCaw, Commercial Relationship Manager and Diane Hull, Branch Manager

Brown Bag lunch (bring your own). Drinks will be provided. No online registration, register by contacting Cara Billings at cfccoc@cummingforsythchamber.org or 770-887-6461. Please park in the events facility lot, located off W. Maple St.

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5/8/2008
Ribbon Cutting - The Chocolaterie
Location:410 Peachtree Pkwy, Ste 4126, Cumming, 30041
Start:1:00 AM
End:1:30 PM

To register for this event, it is not necessary to log in. When prompted to specify if you are a member, please select NO.

Education and Workforce Development Committee
Location:Chamber Board Room
Start:2:00 PM
End:3:00 PM

Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce. Join this committee as they work on initiatives, events and activities all with goal of strengthening the partnership between business and education. Open to the entire membership. Chamber’s Board Room.

Exclusive Chairman's Cabinet Reception
Location:Cinco Mexican Cantina, 5755 Vickery Circle North, Cumming
Start:5:30 PM
End:7:30 PM

You should have already received your invitation to our first Exclusive Chairman’s Cabinet event of the year. It’s an opportunity for you to mingle with other Chairman’s Cabinet members in a relaxed setting and to discuss issues that are important to your business. We will also be enjoying a special beer tasting and educational program courtesy of Leon Farmer and Company, an Anheuser-Busch distributor. No online registrations.

Please RSVP to the Chamber at ariberdy@cummingforsythchamber.org or 770.887.6461.

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5/9/2008
Atlanta Gas Light Legislative Session Recap
Location:Chamber's events facility, 513 W. Maple St. Cumming
Start:7:45 AM
End:9:30 AM

What did your elected representatives accomplish during the 2007-2008 session? Were your (pro-business) interests kept in mind as votes were cast? Join us at this annual wrap-up of the goings on under the gold dome. No registration online.

Register by contacting the Chamber at cfccoc@cummingforsythchamber.org or 770.887.6461.

Atlanta Gas Light is the sponsor for this event.

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5/12/2008
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5/13/2008
Business After Hours
Location:Bank of North Georgia, 960 Buford Highway, Cumming
Start:5:00 PM
End:7:00 PM

Network! Network! Network! Successful business people know it is all about relationships. Join your fellow members for a relaxed evening of networking and lead sharing. Someone you meet at a Chamber Business After Hours may be the contact for your next big sale! No reservation required. Please pay at the door.

5/14/2008
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5/15/2008
Small Business Services Committee - open to all members
Location:Chamber Board Room
Start:4:00 PM
End:5:00 PM

Be a part of the committee that helps to determine the classes and other resources the Chamber offers. No registration necessary.

5/16/2008
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5/17/2008
Boot Camp for the Divorcing Woman
Location:513 West Maple St, Cumming, 30040
Start:8:45 AM
End:2:15 PM

Sponsored by the Garden of Empowerment. The fee is $25.00, includes Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Door Prizes. Must pre-register by May 12 to attend. For more information or to register, please call Sue @ 770-815-2628.

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5/19/2008
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5/20/2008
Board of Directors
Location:Chamber's events facility, 513 W. Maple St.
Start:11:30 AM
End:1:30 PM

Johnston & Associates is our sponsor for this month's Board meeting.

Ribbon Cutting - Peaceful Essense Salon & Spa
Location:408 Pirkle Ferry Rd, Cumming, 30040
Start:1:00 PM
End:1:30 PM

To register for this event, it is not necessary to log in. When prompted to specify if you are a member, please select NO.

5/21/2008
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5/22/2008
Ribbon Cutting - A La Carte Travel
Location:101 Meadow Drive, Cumming, 30040
Start:10:00 AM
End:10:30 AM

To register for this event, it is not necessary to log in. When prompted to specify if you are a member, please select NO.

State of the Community Address
Location:Polo Golf & Country Club, 6300 Polo Club Dr.
Start:12:00 PM
End:2:00 PM

Forsyth County is No. 2 on Forbes' Best Places to Get Ahead List! Presentations from Forsyth County Government, the City of Cumming and the Forsyth County School System will outline all the efforts that led to this prestigious honor this past year. Attendees will also hear how our elected officials plan to work toward keeping that designation in the future. No registration online.

Register by contacting the Chamber at cfccoc@cummingforsythchamber.org or 770.887.6461.

This event is hosted by the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and the Council for Quality Growth.

Title Sponsor: Northside Hospital-Forsyth

Signature Sponsors: Hayes, James & Associates, Wal-Mart, Honda Mall of Georgia, First Citizens Bank of Georgia and Tyson Foods Inc.

5/23/2008
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5/27/2008
Lunch N Learn
Location:Chamber's events facility, 513 W. Maple St. Cumming
Start:11:45 AM
End:1:00 PM

Have you been to Lunch N Learn lately? It’s still a comprehensive overview of products and services offered through the Chamber (Been a member awhile? There’s probably something new you don’t know about) Every month we also include a chance to Network! Network! Network! You will receive a list of attendees’ contact information. You must preregister to be included in the distribution list. No online registrations.

Please register by May 23 by calling 770-887-6461 or send an e-mail to cfccoc@cummingforsythchamber.org.

Lunch is included and provided by Domino’s Pizza. First visit is free for members, $5 each time after that, $10 for non-members. Please park in the events facility lot, located off W. Maple.

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5/28/2008
InForum Monthly Membership Meeting
Location:Chamber's events facility, 513 W. Maple St., Cumming
Start:7:45 AM
End:9:00 AM

State of the Arts update. Monthly membership meeting to learn about what is going on at the Chamber and network. A light breakfast will be served, followed by Chamber announcements and an opportunity to sign up to volunteer for upcoming events. No registration necessary. Please pay at the door

Please park in the events facility lot, located off W. Maple St. Our May event is sponsored by Barbara A. Woods Gallery and Frames.

InForum Steering Committee
Location:Chamber Board Room
Start:9:00 AM
End:9:30 AM

Open to the general membership. Help choose upcoming InForum topics and speakers. Committee meets immediately after the monthly InForum meeting.

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5/29/2008
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Abba House
Location:6800 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming
Start:11:00 AM
End:12:00 PM

To register for this event, please contact Mary Ann Weary with Abba House at 678-208-2000. Lunch will be provided.

5/30/2008
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