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reetings, Chamber Members. As we now find ourselves in the Spring months of the years, I find the Chamber is growing and blossoming. Our April breakfast events, at The Grand Dutchess and our second joint breakfast, with The Rhinebeck Chamber of Com- merce held at Northern Dutchess Hospital were well- attended. In my conversations with our members at these events, it is clear that Red Hook area businesses are enthusiastic and their participation, attendance, donations and sponsorships is greatly appreciated. It is only through a mutually benefi- cial relationship, that we can thrive and help each other grow our businesses by communicating, networking and teaching each other the value and benefits of reaching out to each other, on a local level. We are excited about our First Annual Golf Tournament in May, where a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Big Read Program, for The Friends of The Red Hook Li- brary. June is packed full of fun, beginning with our Monthly Mixer at Bard College and, later in the month, The Sip And Sail, another joint event with The Rhinebeck Chamber of Commerce. June also kicks off our first con- cert, in a series of three, for Red Hot Summer Nights. Red Hook and the surrounding area has an enormously talented arts community and we would like to recognize the artists and musicians in the area, through The Red Hook Chamber of Commerce. A Cultural Development Commit- tee is in the works and being formed so that we may high- light and present art and music to the community. Our partnership with Bard College is continuing to take shape and form into an organization to bridge the commu- nity and business with Bard College. If you own a business in the Red Hook area and you are not a member, I would like to personally invite you to one of our events and join the Red Hook Chamber of Com- merce. If you are a member, I thank you and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events. Best Regards, Ed Pruitt President, Red Hook Area Chamber of Commerce May/ June 2010 RED HOOK AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WHAT’S INSIDE President’s Message Carolyn’s Corner Welcome Our New Members Event Calendar Chamber 1st Annual Golf Tournament Many informative articles to help your business grow! Thank you Rhinebeck Savings Bank for their continued support of the chamber and providing office space at no charge. The Official Publication of the Good For Business. Good For The Red Hook Area. Hardscrabble Hardscrabble Hardscrabble NEWS Proudly serving the Northern Dutchess Region for 50 years Upcoming May Event Message from the Chamber President
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reetings, Chamber Members. As we now find ourselves in the Spring months of the years, I find the
Chamber is growing and blossoming.
Our April breakfast events, at The Grand Dutchess and our second joint breakfast, with The Rhinebeck Chamber of Com-merce held at Northern Dutchess Hospital were well-attended. In my conversations with our members at these events, it is clear that Red Hook area businesses are enthusiastic and their participation, attendance, donations and sponsorships is greatly appreciated. It is only through a mutually benefi-cial relationship, that we can thrive and help each other grow our businesses by communicating, networking and teaching each other the value and benefits of reaching out to each other, on a local level. We are excited about our First Annual Golf Tournament in May, where a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Big Read Program, for The Friends of The Red Hook Li-brary. June is packed full of fun, beginning with our Monthly Mixer at Bard College and, later in the month, The Sip And Sail, another joint event with The Rhinebeck Chamber of Commerce. June also kicks off our first con-cert, in a series of three, for Red Hot Summer Nights. Red Hook and the surrounding area has an enormously talented arts community and we would like to recognize the artists and musicians in the area, through The Red Hook Chamber of Commerce. A Cultural Development Commit-tee is in the works and being formed so that we may high-light and present art and music to the community. Our partnership with Bard College is continuing to take shape and form into an organization to bridge the commu-nity and business with Bard College. If you own a business in the Red Hook area and you are not a member, I would like to personally invite you to one of our events and join the Red Hook Chamber of Com-merce. If you are a member, I thank you and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Best Regards, Ed Pruitt President, Red Hook Area Chamber of Commerce
May/ June 2010
R E D H O O K A R E A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
WHAT’S
INSIDE
President’s Message
Carolyn’s Corner
Welcome Our New Members
Event Calendar
Chamber 1st Annual Golf Tournament
Many informative articles to help your
business grow!
Thank you
Rhinebeck Savings Bank for their
continued support of the chamber and providing office
space at no charge.
The Official Publication of the
Good For Business. Good For The Red Hook Area.
Message from the
Chamber President
HardscrabbleHardscrabbleHardscrabble NEWS Proudly serving the Northern Dutchess Region for 50 years
Upcoming May Event
Message from the Chamber President
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May 19, 2010– First Annual Red Hook Area Chamber of Commerce Golf
Tournament. Join us for a day of fun, food, prizes and great golf for only $95 per
person or $360 for a foursome.
June 6, 2010– June Wine and Cheese mixer at Bard College. 6pm-8pm. Per-
forming Arts Center.
June 17, 2010– Sip & Sail. 6pm-9pm. Joint event with Rhinebeck Area Chamber of
Commerce. Leaves from Rhinecliff.
June 25, 2010– Red Hot Summer Nights is back! Come join the fun and music from
7-9pm. Local businesses open late, music stage at the Village Parking Lot.
Chamber Events Calendar
NEWS
Officers Edward Pruitt
President Rhinebeck Savings Bank
Luigi Coppola Coppola’s Italian American Bistro
1st Vice President
Michelle Martin 2nd Vice President
Smith Barney
Kevin Zulch Treasurer
Kevin Zulch Accounting
Pastor Tom Theilmann Recording Secretary
United Methodist Church
Directors Tania Amrod
Director of Marketing, Communications & Publicity
Cramden Coach
Chris Clark
Director of Bus. Develop. Sprague and Killeen
Vivian Mandala Director of Events
Garden Gate Landscaping
All About Travel
Astor Services for
Children & Fami-
lies
Conway’s Lawn & Power Equipment
Co., Inc.
D’Achille & Associ-
ates
Friends of Elmen-
dorf
Historic Village
Diner
Sirius Play Dog
Training
USANA Health Services
York Coins, Inc.
Welcome To Our New
Members!
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May/June 2010
THE RED HOOK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
PRESENTS
RED HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
JUNE 25, 2010 WILLY AMROD
JULY 30, 2010
MR. ROPER WITH SPECIAL GUEST D.J. RICK FROM WKZE
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Hardscrabble NEWS
Membership
Dues
We value your
membership!
Please remember
that membership
dues for May/June
renewals are due.
You can expect a
notice being sent to
you in the mail. If
you have not yet
paid your dues, or
have any questions
about your mem-
bership, please call
the Chamber at
758-0824.
The Red Hook
Area Chamber of
Commerce is striv-
ing to bring our
members more
value for their
membership.
Exciting events and
benefits are on the
way and we don’t
want you to miss
out!
Renew Today!
Cheers to Michelle at
F&M Printing for all
she does for the Red
Hook Chamber of
Commerce.
Thanks Michelle!!!
TIME, TIME, TIME…to exercise?
By: Jane Hamann, ACE-certified personal trainer
After talking with numerous people, it is clear that the number one reason people do not exercise is time. Most people just don’t have it. With today’s busy schedules, how does one find the time to exercise?
What I tell people is, you do not need to devote hours upon hours to exercise. You can get a great workout in 20-30 minutes, and you don’t even need to go to the gym. With a mat and some dumb bells, you can workout quickly and easily anywhere. Actually, you don’t even need that much equip-ment. You have the best equipment at your fingertips, literally, your own body. You would be amazed at the workout you can get just using your body weight.
Next time you have 20 minutes, and don’t tell me you can’t find 20 minutes, whether you are at home or in the office, try the following workout. Do it a couple times a week. Complete each section twice before mov-ing on to the next. Your pace should be steady and controlled. If you are new to exercise, take your time and go slowly.
Two minutes of jogging
15 Push Ups – regular or modified (If floor push ups are too difficult, try doing the push ups against the wall and work your way to the floor).
15 Tricep Dips from a sturdy chair or bench
30 seconds of jumping jacks
15 lunges on each leg
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Advertising
Deadline
Advertising in the
Hardscrabble News is
available to members
of the
Red Hook Area
Chamber of
Commerce.
For more information
please contact us at
845-758-0824 or
email Luigi Coppola @
Ad deadline for next
issue is
June5th.
Hardscrabble News is published to provide
news and information to the members of the
Red Hook Area Chamber of Commerce.
Hardscrabble News strives to publish a full
range of articles on Chamber events,
member news, profiles of area business and informative practical
information on running a business. We
welcome articles from members on general business topics using
their areas of expertise.
The opinions and points of view expressed in this publication are
those of the individual writers, who are
identified by name unless otherwise
indicated.
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The time and energy spent negotiating the purchase of a business is significant. Early on in the process, you should seek advice from a circle of professionals, including an accountant, lawyer, banker and/or financial con-sultant. With so many things to consider when buying a business the knowledge of your team will help keep you focused on those elements that are most important.
Here are just some of those important issues:
The What:
What is the purchase price?
What are you getting for the price?
How was the purchase price determined?
How was the value determined of the assets being purchased?
What portion of the purchase price is being allocated for goodwill? The Why:
Why is the business being sold?
How long has the company been in business? The How:
How diversified is the customer base?
How is the cash flow of the business?
Have you been able to obtain the last three year’s tax returns/financial statements for the business that you are looking to purchase?
Has the company’s financial information been reviewed by your accountant?
How are the existing credit relationships with vendors?
Who are the key employees and are they willing to stay on with you?
So, remember to get these questions answered and always surround yourself with the right team, so you can start your business journey off on the right track!
Carolyn’s Corner
Buying A Business
Carolyn Bernitt, Vice President and Commer-
cial Lender with Rhinebeck Savings Bank
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The old adage—the best defense is a good offense—also applies to crisis planning. As a small business owner, you have to ask yourself some difficult ques-tions about potential disasters: What if the “worst” did happen? How would it affect my business, my family, and my employees? Would we survive if the business were shut down for weeks, months, or perhaps the entire revenue season? The possibilities may not be pleasant to think about. But a proactive approach to managing potential disasters may help mitigate the effects on your business, and lessen the time and resources necessary to resume normal operations. Here are some tips for developing a crisis management strategy for your business: Begin by identifying potential hazards. Every part of the country is susceptible to some kind of natural disaster hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and ice storms, to name but a few. Likewise, man-made disasters such as oil or chemical spills, fires, and civil unrest can occur almost everywhere. The fact that your area has not experienced such events is no guarantee that they cannot or will not happen eventually, and with little or no warning.
Develop contingency plans to continue operations if your office, plant, or store is unusable. Assess the feasibility of operating out of your home or a nearby storefront, and what may be necessary to quickly transport critical items such as computers, inventory, and equipment. It may also be helpful to maintain a secure off-site inventory of any hard-to-replace parts or supplies.
Take steps to ensure the safety of employees and customers. Every business should have an evacuation plan, even if you lease the space. Make sure that telephone numbers for an emergency are clearly posted, and that you have updated emergency contacts and essential medical information for all employees. Training staff members in CPR and first aid is also a worthwhile investment for any business.
Perform a safety inventory of your business location. Ordinary items could cause problems, especially anything that can move, fall, break, or cause a fire. Make sure shelves are securely fastened, and that large, heavy objects are placed near the floor. Store important documents, back-up copies of computer records and software, and other vital information in a safe, fireproof container. Clean and test smoke detectors regularly, and change the batteries at least once a year.
Have proper emergency equipment ready and accessible. You should have well-stocked first-aid kits, fire extinguishers, and fully charged batteries for things like portable telephones. If you have portable generators for emergency power, make sure that the fuel is fresh and safely stored to prevent possi-ble fires. For locations that are vulnerable to recurring events such as hurricanes, maintaining a supply of appropriate materials such as plywood to protect large windows will free you from scrambling for these hard-to-find items at the last minute.
Review your business insurance coverage and make updates where necessary. At a minimum, your coverage should be enough to get your business back
in operation, and cover the replacement cost of vital facilities. Also know what your insurance does not cover. For example, most general casualty policies do not cover flood damage, and they may require riders for windstorms, sewer backups, or earth movement. Business interruption insurance will assist with ongoing expenses during a forced shutdown, and help you meet payrolls, pay vendors, and purchase inventory until you return to full operation.
Crisis Planning: You Can’t Do Too Much of It
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etsy Jacaruso grew up in Rhine-beck. She received her BFA with honors at The Pratt Institute of Art and Design, NYC. In 2005 Betsy
was awarded the Individual Artist “Executives Arts Award” from the
Dutchess County Council for the Arts. Although she is best known for large water-color botanicals Betsy also has a passion for painting landscapes and still life. Her method of applying color washes, combined with strong skills in composition and draftsmanship, gives her work a unique and personal style. Extensive travels through-out the Hudson Valley, the Southwest, Burgundy and Tuscany have broadened her world, allowing her to draw visual inspiration from some of the most beautiful settings in the world while clarifying her own technical expertise in her chosen medium.
Betsy has a studio and gallery in Red Hook, NY. Her students find her mastery invaluable in the process of learning the complexities of painting watercolor. Her work has been featured in both regional and interna-tional exhibitions and is represented in private collections throughout the U.S. and Europe.
From a review by Dakota Lane in the Woodstock Times-“Betsy’s paintings of Rhinebeck farms and river views are idyllic without being sentimental, depicting simple rhythms of growth and a peaceful interconnectedness between the manmade and the organic.”
The Chocolate Factory • 54 Elizabeth St.• Red Hook • 845-758-9244• www.betsyjacarusostudio.com
Some of the events you should look for in 2010
are: Red Hot Summer Nights -- we will continue evening entertainment in the village starting in June 2010. Business Seminars -- (spring & fall) Educational semi-nars by exciting speakers and great opportunities for networking. Mixers and Meet-ings -- there will be no charge for mix-ers in 2010 if you are a member. We have many new ideas that will make your experiences fun and help your businesses grow
Business Spotlight
Make A Difference In The Life of a Cancer Patient. Make A Difference In Your Community.
The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Program provides transportation to and from treat-ment for those who need transportation. Volunteer drivers donate their time and the use of their cars so that patients can receive the life-saving treatment that they need. Right now, there is a severe shortage of volunteer drivers in our area. Volunteering is easy; all that is required is a valid driver’s license, and a safe and reliable vehicle. Volunteers must be in good health and possess a good driving history. To learn more about this important program and how you can make a cancer patient’s treatment experience just a little easier, please call 1-800-227-2345. Thank you.
Road to Recovery Volunteer Driver Program
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Join involved with the Big Read this
summer!
The Big Read is an initiative of the NEA in partnership with the Institute of Mu-seum and Library Ser-vices designed to revi-talize the role of litera-ture in American cul-ture and bring the transformative power of literature into the lives of its citizens.
The Big Read is bringing the world of the 1920s and “The Great Gatsby” to Red Hook.
May 11—Mixed Media Collage, Events of the 1920s (on display Red Hook Town Hall)
May 20—Open book discussion. Tivoli Library. 7pm (again 5/22 at 4pm)
June 10—Movie Screening, The Great Gatsby. Tivoli Village Hall.
For more info:
http://redhook.lib.ny.us/friends/big_read.htm
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20 squats (squat as if you are sitting down in a chair)
30 seconds of stepping (step as if you were in a marching unit)
20 Crunches or sit ups
3 Planks holding each for 15 seconds
To make things more interesting, try working out with a friend or family member. Put on some music, laugh and have fun. Part of staying involved with any exercise program is to enjoy it. Good Luck!
Here’s to your Health!
Jane Hamann
3B Fitness
845-242-1251
www.3befit.com
TIME, TIME, TIME…to exercise? ..... Continued from page 4
By: Jane Hamann, ACE-certified personal trainer
Upcoming Community Events
May 15 — A Musical Celebration of the 1920s! 7pm. Sosnoff Theatre, Bard College. Freedom & Imagination in the
Jazz Age. Call Fischer Center Box Office for tickets. Tickets for $10 (students and seniors, $5).
May 21— Art Show and Songs—The Jazz Age. Opening Reception for latest art exhibit at the Ulster Savings
Bank, Red Hook branch (7296 S. Broadway). Exhibit available for viewing May 10th through June 30th.
7pm.
May 22 — 2nd Annual Pet Palooza. Dutchess Country Fairgrounds. 11am—5pm. Admission: $8, Children
12 and under are free.
June 6 — 1st Annual Stroll for Epilepsy. Walkway Over the Hudson.
11am check-in, stroll begins at noon. $25/person, Children 12 and
under are free. Contact Lauren Nazarian, 845-883-6320.
June 17 — Sip-n-Sail. Outing co-sponsored by the Red Hook and
Rhinebeck Area Chambers of Commerce. 6pm-9pm. Leaves from
Rhinecliff.
Every Wednesday — Senior Walk Program. 10am Red Hook Rec Park.
Senior Citizens and their guests are invited for a 1 hour walk around
the Rec Park. Meet at pavilion at north end of Rec Park. Contact
John Kuhn 845-758-4625 or Irene Rock 845-758-6240 for more infor-
mation.
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The Red Hook Chamber of Commerce, in an effort to increase visibility and networking opportunities, will be hosting it’s 1st Annual Golf Tournament. Come and enjoy a day of food, fun, and networking.
P.O. Box 254 Red Hook, NY 12571
Phone:845-758-0824 Fax: 845-758-0824 E-mail: [email protected]
R E D H O O K A R E A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
www.redhookchamber.org
The Red Hook Area Chamber of Commerce was established in 1960. It is operated by elected volunteer business members.
The Chamber was organized for the pur-pose of advancing the trade, commercial, industrial and civic interests of the Red Hook area.
Good For Business. Good For The Red Hook Area.
