February 2019 Newsletter

Burgundy Basin Named January 2019 Business of the Month

A local third-generation business has been named the Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce's January Business of the Month. Over 80 people have jobs at Burgundy Basin, representing very loyal, long-time key staff members. Their tenure greatly benefits the quality and reliable service delivered.

Our Chamber has found the venue to be spacious for networking and flexible to accommodate overflow crowds at our events. Parking is plentiful too. Best of all, the food is always so tasty and served with top-notch customer service! The Burgundy Basin is committed to provide an affordable venue experience, with transparent pricing, within a comfortable environment, serving memorable eating experiences.

Coffee Hour at The Woodlands - Feb 20, 2019

You are invited to a coffee hour at The Woodlands. The event is hosted by Al Brumagin, the Woodlands' Executive Director. Drop in to discuss what is going on at your business... and what the Chamber can do for you! The coffee is ready! We need your input!

Wed, 02/20/2019 - 8:00am to 9:00am

The Woodlands
10 Stonebrook Dr
Fairport, NY 14450

Fairport OCED Announces New Board Member

The Fairport Office of Community + Economic Development is pleased to announce that at the November 13, 2018 meeting of the Village of Fairport Board of Trustees, Donna Stefano was unanimously appointed to the Board of Directors of the Fairport Industrial Development Agency, the Fairport Urban Renewal Agency, and the Fairport Local Development Corporation.

Ms. Stefano has over 20 years of professional experience assisting communities around the world to attract public and private sector investment to realize a vision for their community's future. A Village of Fairport resident, Ms. Stefano chose to make her home here because of the deep sense of community pride, the civic commitment to neighbors and a business culture which supports a diverse and unique range of services and products.

Ladybugs Play Hosted Grand Opening on January 19th and 20th

Newest Tenant at Whitney Town Center Celebrates Opening of First Location

Fairport, N.Y., January 15, 2019 - On Saturday, January 19th and Sunday, January 20th, LADYBUGS Play celebrated their Grand Opening Weekend in their first location at Whitney Town Center. Their location includes a custom 2,600-square-foot play center for Open Play from 9am to 1pm, with normal business hours beginning on Monday, January 21st.

Whitney Town Center Partner Jim Taylor said, "Whitney Town Center is excited to bring another unique, locally-owned business to our welcoming neighborhood." "Alicia and Jessica are two very enthusiastic and imaginative owners who addressed a need in our growing community, by creating a customized space to be welcoming and inclusive, where children feel inspired, encouraged and happy."

LADYBUGS PLAY stated, "We are excited to join the wonderful community of small business owners in the Rochester area, and offer children and families a place to explore, play and have fun." "There is a true sense of community at Whitney Town Center and we are thrilled to partner with them as we open our doors to local families."

LADYBUGS Play is a customized build-out, specifically designed for children seven years of age and younger. The play space was created with you and your child in mind; large enough for exploration and small enough to sit back and relax, while still being able to keep a watchful eye on your child. Each piece of equipment was selected to provide guests with a variety of experiences. In addition, "Lily Pad Lane" is available for the littlest guests, 18 months and younger, where they can play and explore in a safe sectioned off area.

Hours of operation for Open Play are:

Monday through Friday, 9:30am - 2:30pm

Saturday, 9:00am - 12:00pm.

Private parties are being hosted on Friday, 6:00pm - 7:30pm and Saturday, 1:00pm - 5:30pm. Admission is only $10 per child for all day Open Play and children under one year are FREE with a paid sibling.

Edge Advertising Group Coordinates Annual Alyssa's Angels Holiday Gift Project

Edge Advertising Group coordinates the annual Alyssa's Angels Holiday Gift Project every year. In this project, Alyssa's Angels partners with an area business or group to support selected charities and combine efforts to donate a total of $1000 to each one. Donation recipients included: Holy Apostles Christmas Blessing Project, St. Peter's Kitchen, Daystar, Mary's Place, and Bethany House. Co-Sponsors included: Modica Law Firm, WebTitle, Rochester Police Locust Club, and the Federation of Social Workers. Edge Advertising Group Co-Owner John Rabish is joined in the photo by the Rochester Police Locust Club.

Murder Mystery Dinner, February 15th

Join Woodcliff for an evening of fun and mystery!
"A recipe for Murder"
Friday, February 15th from 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Dinner Theater $65 pp or $120 per couple
(plus tax)

Or, make it an evening at Woodcliff and spend the night, enjoy the show and have breakfast for two: $274, plus sales & occupancy tax.

Reservations are required

Call 585-248-4800

Rhino Chiropractic to Host 1st Ever Clean Living Workshop on February 20th

Rhino is competing with other Victor companies to raise the most amount of "Pop Top Hearty Soups" for the Victor-Farmington Food Cupboard's SOUP-er Bowl!! They are also holding their 1st-ever Clean Living Workshop on Februrary 20th from 6-8:30 pm. This workshop will help guide you into making better decisions for not only your health, but for your home and environment. Lastly, RHINO IS HIRING!!!!!! Please refer job candidates who want to work in a fast paced, fun, living, changing Chiropractic office!!!

Just Solutions Announces 2019 Seminars

Just Solutions has announced all of their seminars for 2019!

Social Engineering Attacks, Common Techniques & How to Prevent an Attack

Thursday, March 28th at 7:30am
Microsoft's Fairport Office - 375 Woodcliff Dr.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly on VoIP Phones & Services
Wednesday, June 19th at 7:30am
Location TBD

Securing the Cloud: Office 365 Security Best Practices
Wednesday, October 23rd at 7:30am
Location TBD

For more information or to register, visit justinc.com/seminar-listings

Allied Financial Partners Promotes James W. Swiech, CPA to Partner

James W. Swiech, CPA has been promoted to Partner of Tette & Ingersoll, CPAs, P.C., a division of Allied Financial Partners. Swiech joins the firm's existing partners: Thomas M. Tette, CPA, Kenneth E. Ingersoll, CPA, David A. Younis, CFP®, and Jason Mayausky, CPA. As partner, Swiech will continue to manage client relations as well as direct workflows within the firm's tax department.

CPA Managing Partner Thomas M. Tette said, "We are delighted to welcome Jim as a Partner in the firm." "During his tenure with us, Jim has proven himself to be a valuable asset to our team. He has built strong, trusting relationships with his clients and continues to provide positive client experiences that we, as a firm, continuously strive to achieve."

Swiech earned his Bachelor's of Science in Accounting and Information Management from Roberts Wesleyan College and has over 10 years of professional experience in public accounting and private industry. Specializing in taxation, where he is involved in various types of engagements, including planning and compliance, Swiech services clients in several industries including healthcare, construction and real estate.

Swiech is an active member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and serves as Treasurer for The Serenity House of Victor. Swiech currently resides in Ontario, NY with his wife Donna and their two sons.

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