Events for September 2015
Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
Sep 2    ChamberConnect
ChamberConnect allows members to meet and establish valuable business connections in a time-efficient manner. The dynamic format includes company overviews, a chance to "power-mingle" with one-on-one introductions and the opportunity to exchange critical business information. Members are asked to bring business cards and will receive a list of all attendees and their contact information.
 
Want to host an upcoming ChamberConnect to help market your business? Contact Michelle Tokan for details.
Date: September 2, 2015
Time: 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://howell.org
Location: Williams & Knack, P.C.
10299 Grand River Ave., Ste. I
Brighton
Contact: Michelle Tokan
phone:517.546.3920
fax:517.546.4115
EMail: mtokan@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, September 2
3:45 - 5 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Members: $10.00
Non-member/Guests: $25.00 
Sep 6    Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market

The 2015 season of the Howell Sunday Farmers’ Market gets under way Sunday, May 3, and runs every Sunday through Oct. 25, featuring locally grown produce, handmade goodies from 50 vendors and live entertainment.

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is celebrating its 21st year.

Visitors and residents enjoy the finest in locally grown produce, bedding plants, flowers, homemade goods and crafts, all set against the backdrop of the Livingston County Courthouse and historic downtown Howell. Weekly entertainment and the energetic downtown ambience have helped create a “mini-festival” atmosphere at the market.
 
Featuring:

    Fresh produce
    Garlic/herbs
    Honey and maple syrup
    Perennials and annuals
    Potted trees and shrubs
    Farm fresh eggs
    Fresh, pasture-raised poultry
    Heirloom plants
    USDA organic grass-fed beef & pork
    Certified organic raw cheese
    Fresh baked breads

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is hosted by the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Howell and the Howell Main Street and Downtown Development Authority. Its major sponsor is First National Bank and the media sponsor is the Livingston County Daily Press & Argus.

 
Date: September 6, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Located on State Street and Clinton Street, adjacent to the historic Livingston County Courthouse in the heart of downtown Howell.
Contact: Steve Wilczewski
EMail: farmersmarket@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday beginning May 3 through Oct. 25
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sep 9    Referral Group 1
Howell Chamber members work together to help each other grow in business by meeting regularly, sharing best business practices and bringing each other referrals for warm business leads.

Sandy Rachwal, Beauchamp Water Treatment & Supply – Facilitator
Sue Hansen, Howell Carnegie District Library – Co-Facilitator
Date: September 9, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://howell.org
Location: Cleary University
Chrysler Hall Room 205
3750 Cleary Dr., Howell, MI  48843
Contact: Kim Esper
EMail: kesper@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 8:30 am - 10:00 am.
Sep 9    LEG UP!
How to Test Your Brilliant Business Idea

Marlo Rencher
Executive Director, Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Cleary University



There will be a cash bar and light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you September 9!

This meeting will have plenty of meaningful content, and everyone in attendance always benefits from the networking and business relationships that generate from the Leg Up! sessions.

Leg Up! is open to the public and there is plenty of free parking available on our campus.
 
Date: September 9, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: The Johnson Center at Cleary University
3750 Cleary Dr.
Howell
Contact: Pat Convery
EMail: pconvery@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, September 9
5:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: No Charge
Light Refreshments
Cash Bar
Sep 13    Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market

The 2015 season of the Howell Sunday Farmers’ Market gets under way Sunday, May 3, and runs every Sunday through Oct. 25, featuring locally grown produce, handmade goodies from 50 vendors and live entertainment.

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is celebrating its 21st year.

Visitors and residents enjoy the finest in locally grown produce, bedding plants, flowers, homemade goods and crafts, all set against the backdrop of the Livingston County Courthouse and historic downtown Howell. Weekly entertainment and the energetic downtown ambience have helped create a “mini-festival” atmosphere at the market.
 
Featuring:

    Fresh produce
    Garlic/herbs
    Honey and maple syrup
    Perennials and annuals
    Potted trees and shrubs
    Farm fresh eggs
    Fresh, pasture-raised poultry
    Heirloom plants
    USDA organic grass-fed beef & pork
    Certified organic raw cheese
    Fresh baked breads

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is hosted by the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Howell and the Howell Main Street and Downtown Development Authority. Its major sponsor is First National Bank and the media sponsor is the Livingston County Daily Press & Argus.

 
Date: September 13, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Located on State Street and Clinton Street, adjacent to the historic Livingston County Courthouse in the heart of downtown Howell.
Contact: Steve Wilczewski
EMail: farmersmarket@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday beginning May 3 through Oct. 25
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sep 15    Good Morning Livingston


“What’s New in Livingston County”

Speakers include:
Ron Long, First National Bank
Jeanne Clum, City of Howell DDA and Main Street
Ken Hinton, Livingston County Administrator
Phil Santor, Ann Arbor SPARK



Chamber Members: Save time at registration when you purchase an annual subscription to Good Morning Livingston, and receive a program coupon to share. Subscriptions are transferable. Your $160 subscription gets you all eight GML programs in the series.  Past subscribers must re-submit a new form each year.
Date: September 15, 2015
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Crystal Gardens - Livingston
5768 E. Grand River Ave.
Howell
Contact: Janie Willsmore
EMail: jwillsmore@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, September 15
7:30 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Members, pre-registered: $20
Members, at the door: $25
Non-Members/Guests: $30
Please note, reservations are binding

Subscriptions must be submitted each year
Sep 16    September Stroll
Participating Restaurants:
2 Fog’s Pub, 118A W. Grand River Ave.
The Candy Bar, 102 S. Michigan Ave.
Bob Evans, 3880 E. Grand River Ave.
Qdoba, 3883 E. Grand River Ave.
Block Brewing Co., 1140 S.  Michigan Ave.
The Heart of Michigan, 203 W. Main St.
Howell’s MainStreet Winery, 201 W. Grand River Ave.
Eternity Brewing Company, 4060 E. Grand River Ave.
Uptown Coffeehouse, 102 E. Grand River Ave.
Brunner’s Restaurant & Catering, serving at the Rose Cottage Florist and Chapel at 120 S. Walnut St.
Thai Café, 215 E. Grand River Ave.
Aubree’s Pizzeria & Grill, 4433 E. Grand River Ave.
Cleary’s Pub, 117 E. Grand River Ave.
Moe’s BarBar Shop, 106 E. Grand River Ave.
Diamond’s Steak & Seafood, 209 E. Grand River Ave.
 
Date: September 16, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Downtown Howell and surrounding Howell area restaurants
Contact: Kim Esper
EMail: kesper@howell.org
Date/Time Details:

Wednesday, September 16
5 - 9 p.m.
Fees/Admission:

Tickets, which go on sale Aug. 25, include offerings at all participating restaurants.

Through Sept. 10, tickets are two for $30 or $18 each; and between Sept. 11-16, tickets are two for $35 or $20 each.

Advance sale tickets are available at the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce, 123 E. Washington St. in downtown Howell; and the two LOC Federal Credit Union locations in Livingston County: 3020 E. Grand River Ave, just west of Victory Drive in Howell, and 10002 Highland Road in Hartland.

On the day of the event – Sept. 16 – tickets are two for $35 or $20 each, and available at all participating restaurants.
Sep 17    MIOSHA - When MIOSHA Enforcement Visits
When MIOSHA Enforcement Visits
 
Date: September 17, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Bldg.
123 E. Washington St.
Howell, MI 48843
Contact: Janie Willsmore
EMail: jwillsmore@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 17
8:30 am registration
9:00 am to 12:00 pm program
Fees/Admission: $90.00 per person
Includes course materials.
Sep 20    Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market

The 2015 season of the Howell Sunday Farmers’ Market gets under way Sunday, May 3, and runs every Sunday through Oct. 25, featuring locally grown produce, handmade goodies from 50 vendors and live entertainment.

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is celebrating its 21st year.

Visitors and residents enjoy the finest in locally grown produce, bedding plants, flowers, homemade goods and crafts, all set against the backdrop of the Livingston County Courthouse and historic downtown Howell. Weekly entertainment and the energetic downtown ambience have helped create a “mini-festival” atmosphere at the market.
 
Featuring:

    Fresh produce
    Garlic/herbs
    Honey and maple syrup
    Perennials and annuals
    Potted trees and shrubs
    Farm fresh eggs
    Fresh, pasture-raised poultry
    Heirloom plants
    USDA organic grass-fed beef & pork
    Certified organic raw cheese
    Fresh baked breads

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is hosted by the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Howell and the Howell Main Street and Downtown Development Authority. Its major sponsor is First National Bank and the media sponsor is the Livingston County Daily Press & Argus.

 
Date: September 20, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Located on State Street and Clinton Street, adjacent to the historic Livingston County Courthouse in the heart of downtown Howell.
Contact: Steve Wilczewski
EMail: farmersmarket@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday beginning May 3 through Oct. 25
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sep 22    Referral Group Informational Meeting
Join us for a brief, informational meeting to learn more about joining a Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Referral Group.  Referral Groups are chamber members that meet twice a month to build business relationships, bring each other referrals to grow your business and share marketing tips and information.

Compare Howell Chamber Referral Groups to other area groups and you'll first notice the savings.  Add that to the other chamber benefits members receive, and you'll know it's a win-win for everyone.

Join us September 22 at 2:45 p.m. to learn more about our popular Referral Groups and then stay to learn more about other chamber opportunities and meet members, network, and enjoy refreshments, if your schedule permits.
Date: September 22, 2015
Time: 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Location: Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Building
123 E. Washington St.
Howell, MI  48843
EMail: kesper@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, September 22
2:45-3:15 p.m.
Referral Group meeting immediately followed by New Member Welcome - you may stay for both if you'd like.
Fees/Admission: There is no charge for this meeting - a great opportunity to learn more about growing your business in an environment where everyone wants to help each other.  RSVP to chamber@howell.org or call 517.546.3920
Sep 22    New Member Welcome
New Member Welcome is an opportunity for you to acquaint yourself with beneficial chamber services that can help you get the most out of your membership investment and begin building valuable relationships. network with other members over light refreshments, meet chamber staff, receive an overview of chamber programs and events, and share information about your business with the group.  Bring your business cards and current event information to share.

We’re pleased to welcome Consumers Mutual Insurance as the sponsor for this season’s New Member Welcomes, and David Eich, Consumers’ marketing and service officer, will be on hand for the September event.
Date: September 22, 2015
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
123 E. Washington St.
Howell
Contact: Kim Esper
EMail: kesper@howell.org
Date/Time Details:

Tuesday, Septemper 22, 2015
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: No charge, please RSVP at howell.org
Sep 23    Referral Group 1
Howell Chamber members work together to help each other grow in business by meeting regularly, sharing best business practices and bringing each other referrals for warm business leads.

Sandy Rachwal, Beauchamp Water Treatment & Supply – Facilitator
Sue Hansen, Howell Carnegie District Library – Co-Facilitator
Date: September 23, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://howell.org
Location: Cleary University
Chrysler Hall Room 205
3750 Cleary Dr., Howell, MI  48843
Contact: Kim Esper
EMail: kesper@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 8:30 am - 10:00 am.
Sep 23    2015 MIOSHA Continuous Safety and Health Improvement
Continuous Safety & Health Improvement
Date: September 23, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Building
123 E. Washington Street
Howell, MI 48843
p: 517.546.3920
Contact: Janie Willsmore
phone:5175463920
fax:5175464115
EMail: jwillsmore@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Check-In: 8:30 am
Starts: 9:00 am
Ends: 4:00 pm
Fees/Admission: $120 per person
Includes lunch and course materials
Sep 24    Constant Contact Seminar
"Social Media Timesavers" 
Presented by: Candy Jones-Guerin, authorized local expert and owner of WebWorld Advantage

"Build Your Marketing Toolkit" 
Presented by: Erin Beamis, Constant Contact regional development director


http://howell.org/constant-contact-visiting-howell-with-two-seminars/
Date: September 24, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
123 E. Washington
Howell, MI 48843
Contact: For more information, contact Candy Jones-Guerin of WebWorld Advantage by calling 517.294.8149, or by email.
EMail: candy@webworldadvantage.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 24, 2015
9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Sep 27    Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market

The 2015 season of the Howell Sunday Farmers’ Market gets under way Sunday, May 3, and runs every Sunday through Oct. 25, featuring locally grown produce, handmade goodies from 50 vendors and live entertainment.

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is celebrating its 21st year.

Visitors and residents enjoy the finest in locally grown produce, bedding plants, flowers, homemade goods and crafts, all set against the backdrop of the Livingston County Courthouse and historic downtown Howell. Weekly entertainment and the energetic downtown ambience have helped create a “mini-festival” atmosphere at the market.
 
Featuring:

    Fresh produce
    Garlic/herbs
    Honey and maple syrup
    Perennials and annuals
    Potted trees and shrubs
    Farm fresh eggs
    Fresh, pasture-raised poultry
    Heirloom plants
    USDA organic grass-fed beef & pork
    Certified organic raw cheese
    Fresh baked breads

Howell's Sunday Farmers' Market is hosted by the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Howell and the Howell Main Street and Downtown Development Authority. Its major sponsor is First National Bank and the media sponsor is the Livingston County Daily Press & Argus.

 
Date: September 27, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.howell.org
Location: Located on State Street and Clinton Street, adjacent to the historic Livingston County Courthouse in the heart of downtown Howell.
Contact: Steve Wilczewski
EMail: farmersmarket@howell.org
Date/Time Details: Every Sunday beginning May 3 through Oct. 25
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.