Wooster Chamber has upcoming events, programs
The Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce has numerous events and programs on the schedule for the next few months.
Business After Hours
All chamber members are invited to attend a Business After Hours at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Aug. 9 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Wayne County Fair Event Center. Attendees will get a preview of the Wayne County Fair Junior Livestock and Dairy Products Auction. There will be animals on display, and 4-H and FFA young leaders will showcase the work they have invested in their projects this summer.
Dairy barn milk shakes and appetizers will be served, and there will be raffle drawings for fair tickets and more. Register to attend at www.woosterchamber.com/business-after-hours.
Wooster Area Safety Council
Every year thousands of workers report having been victims of workplace violence. No matter who initiates the confrontation, the deadliest situations involve an active shooter. Whether you are a patron or an employee, it’s important to be alert and prepared to respond to an active shooter event.
Wooster Area Safety Council will meet Wednesday, Aug. 23 to hear from Ptl. Donald Hall about Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events.
Wooster Area Safety Council meetings are held monthly from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 621 College Ave., Wooster. There is a $20 fee for Wooster Chamber members and a $25 fee for nonmembers. Register at www.woosterchamber.com/wooster-area-safety-council.
Young Professionals
Join the Wooster Young Professionals on Aug. 23 from 5-7 p.m. at Junipers and The Pines for an evening of golf. The Pines Golf Club and Junipers are located at 1319 N. Millborne Road in Orrville. Register at www.woosterchamber.com/young-professionals.
Woosterfest
Contest registrations are open for the 40th annual Woosterfest, which will be held Sept. 29-30 in downtown Wooster. For contest registration and the event schedule, visit www.woosterfest.com.
To celebrate 40 years of Woosterfest, the chamber has created a special anniversary T-shirt. Order online at www.woosterfest.com and pick up your shirt at the Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce once contacted.
Wayne Economic Forum
The 10th annual Wayne Economic Forum will be held Thursday, Oct. 26 at Greystone Event Center. This annual forum event features top executives from the regional business community who will share a variety of perspectives and ideas ranging from business growth, human behavior and economic development. Attendees will learn about recent economic trends and developments throughout the global market.
There will be five speakers at this year’s event. Attendees will be able to listen to all of these talks over lunch and drinks. To register and learn more, visit www.woosterchamber.com/wayne-economic-forum.