SALEM AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING: 3/20/25 9:00-10:00 AM PLACE: On A Limb Bakery
PRESENT: Susi Thomas, Laura Dunham, Dawn Adams-Rea, Rosemarie Smith, Charlie Duveen, Vivian Ciolli, Klara Varosy, Rulyn Graves, Evelyn Costello
Volunteer Opportunities: Dawn shared the SoSalem group, is looking for additional board members. SoSalem’s mission is to assist individuals, couples or families who are part of the Salem School District, who need support when they are faced with unexpected circumstances that create a life change. Please visit SoSalem on Facebook.com and send a private message if you are interested in helping.
Cub Scout Pack 61 is looking for additional leaders. Interested women and men should contact Charlie Duveen at cjduveen@gmail.com
Advertising: The Chamber will be placing an ad in the 2025 Batten Hudson Living Magazine created by the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce; Laura will create a draft and follow up.
We encourage all members to follow/like the Chamber FB page. This engages visitors outside of our general area and encourages more visits to Salem, which can help boost all businesses.
Mixers: Mark, your calendar for these dates!
Spring Mixer will be June 12th at the Central House in Salem 6-7:30 Pass-A-Dish with Chamber provided Cold Drinks, Wine etc. –maybe even a surprise performance – watch for more information!
Fall Mixer to be held at The Georgi Museum & Park/Community Room September 18th 6-7:30. Agreement was reached to spend up to $300 on each event. Dawn will pick up and store bulk napkins, plates, cutlery etc.
Workman’s Comp Discussion: Anita Domanica with NYS Worker’s Comp Board has offered a presentation to the Chamber. Dawn graciously offered to host the presentation at Arrow Bank. Laura will follow up with scheduling – keep an eye out for your invitation!
All were delighted to have Greenwich Chamber co-chairs Rulyn & Evelyn visit with us to share their ideas for collaboration with other Chambers, managing memberships etc. They are looking forward to moving Greenwich Chamber to Main Street, Greenwich-offering on-site contact for visitors and shared office space for members. Discussion was held on joint Halloween event and the upcoming Greenwich Mix May 5th, open to all.
Respectfully submitted,
Laura Dunham