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The Quiet Resorts
@TheQuietResorts
THE CHAMBER CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF CREATING COMMERCE
The year was 1976, the date was December 6th and the time was
nine o’clock in the morning. The Certificate of Incorporation for the
Bethany Beach – Fenwick Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
was signed in Wilmington. To honor this milestone, the Chamber is
taking over Bethany Blues in downtown Bethany for a special 40th
Anniversary Membership Celebration on Wednesday, October 26th.
Presented by Comcast Spotlight, the big bash will start at 7:00 p.m.
with a Blues Buffet, live music, announcement of the 2016 Membership
Awards, tribute to the legacies of the Chamber and a few surprises.
In celebration and appreciation, tickets are complimentary to
all members, however they must be reserved in advance. All in
attendance can also take a walk down memory lane and see how
the Chamber has grown through the decades.
As a thank you to key constituents in Chamber history, the Founder’s
Circle Reception will be held prior to the celebration beginning at 5:30 p.m. At this time, we will pay
tribute to those nominees, past and present, who have given their service in leading the organization.
A special Lighthouse Award Presentation and Induction of the 2016 Board of Directors will also take
place during this pre-bash event. The Founder’s Circle Reception is by invitation for past presidents,
event sponsors and special guests.
Complimentary tickets for current members and their representatives can be reserved beginning
on Tuesday, September 13th; the announcement will be made in a special invitation to all members
and the weekly edition of E-Currents. Non-member guests, including spouses, are invited to purchase
tickets for $10. Space is limited for the event, so please reserve your tickets early. Be a part of this
special 40th Membership Celebration! Thank you to Comcast Spotlight and the Founder’s Circle
Sponsors: Bethany Blues, Creative Concepts, Delmarva Power, Heather’s Home Works, Holly Kia of
Selbyville, Japanesque, Jefferson, Urian, Doane & Sterner, Law Offices of Scott & Shuman, P.A., PNC
Bank and Transformative Dynamics.
If you either have a story, picture, etc. to share for the event or would like to be a sponsor for the
Founder’s Circle Reception, please contact Kristie Maravalli at 302-539-2100 x115.
PUBLIC VOTE OPENS TODAY FOR 2016 MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
Start practicing for the big election in November, and cast your vote today for the
2016 Membership Celebration. Click here to see the nominees and do your Chamber
duty! As this is a public vote, the ballot can be found on the front page of the website.
Only one ballot per device may be cast.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2016 INDUCTEES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce four new members to
the Board of Directors: Damien Golden of iKande Advertising, George Bendler of Hammerheads
Dockside, Heather DeMarie of Heather’s Home Works and Max Hutsell of Edward Jones will be
sworn in at the Founder’s Circle Reception on Wednesday, October 26th. During the ceremony, the
Chamber will also recognize outgoing Board members and Past President, Anne Powell; Secretary,
Terry Mahoney; and Director Jeff Evans. In addition, the passing of the gavel will take place from
President Richard Mais to President Elect, Ron Derr. Thank you to all the candidates who applied. With
an unprecedented number of members interested in serving, the leadership and direction of the
Chamber certainly has a bright future.
September 2016
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ART
Bethany Beach Art House
M.E. MacDonald
Corner of Cedar Neck Rd. & RV Resort Cr.
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 539-3563
[email protected]
BethanyBeachArtHouse.com
FITNESS
Shore Barre
Julie Goldstein Wender
32892 Coastal Highway
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
(240) 507-8144
[email protected]
shorebarre.com
RENOVATIONS
Resort Renovations
Dawn Gustafson
782 Garfield Parkway
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
(302) 616-1648
[email protected]
resortrenovationsllc.com
ART GALLERY
Antique Prints, Inc.
Brandon Case
42 Central Ave
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 539-6702
[email protected]
antiqueprintsinc.com
HOME MAINTENANCE
Vinyl View Cleaning
Katie Sarafa
83 Dorothy Circle
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 236-3415
[email protected]
SALONS & DAY SPAS
Eastern Shore Makeup
Mary Beth French
34548 Atlantic Avenue
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 525-0822
[email protected]
espmakeup.com
BARS
OC 360 Eats and Drinks at the Fenwick Inn
Michael Gale
13801 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD 21842
(410) 250-1100
[email protected]
fenwickinn.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Transamerica Agency Network, Inc.
Dawn Nash
1206 Forrest Ave.
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 744-8157
[email protected]
transamericanetwork.com
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church
David Humphrey
81 Central Ave.
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 539-9510
[email protected]
marinersbethel.org
REAL ESTATE SALES
Keller Williams Realty
Brigit Taylor
32012 Coastal Highway
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
(302) 360-0300
[email protected]
kw.com
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Pin-Up Girls Salon, LLC
Angela Hutton
29 Atlantic Avenue
Ocean View, DE 19970
(302) 537-1325
[email protected]
PROUD MEMBER OF
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: POTTERY PLACE
“Funky, Fun & Fabulous” in Fenwick Island. In its forty-fourth year of business, Pottery Place in the
Sunshine Plaza on Coastal Highway is a mainstay of the landscape in Fenwick Island. Pottery Place
offers unique pottery, household items, accessories, greeting cards, and even has a coffee and juice
bar called “Perks.” Founded in 1972 in downtown Ocean City by the late Sandy Flynn, the Fenwick
Island location opened in 1976. Currently at the helm are Sandy’s daughter Kimberly Flynn and her
husband Jeff Laros. Raised working in the original store, and then in various merchandising positions
afterward, Kimberly says she was “bred for the position.” Her mother created a winning formula
that is carried on today. Open year-round, Pottery Place has a loyal customer base, including local
businesses who use its design services. Members of the Chamber since 1992, Kimberly has seen a
positive trend in the way the Chamber cultivates its
relationship with the local towns to promote business.
According to Kimberly, this has been their best season
since they have been in business. She emphasizes
that though they are open year-round, they basically
“have one hundred solid days” to make the majority
of their sales. While the bulk of their business is local,
they essentially serve the tristate area, and have
even completed decorating jobs as far away as
Palm Beach, Florida. The next time you find yourself
in Fenwick Island, stop in the Pottery Place, say “Hi” to
Kimberly and Jeff, and expect some fun, funkiness and
a fabulous shopping experience!
Renewing MEMBERS
30+ Years
Harpoon Hanna’s
25-29 Years
MyEyeDr
Sea Shell City, Inc.
10-24 Years
Bellinger’s Jewelers
Bethany Auto Parts & Marine Supplies
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum
Good Earth Market
Law Office of Susan Pittard Weidman, P.A.
Mercantile Processing Inc.
Michael McCarthy Stones
Sandcastle Realty, Inc.
South Coastal Library
Sunshine Plaza
Town of Ocean View
2-9 Years
Angler’s Fishing Center
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Gallo Realty
Cadbury Senior Lifestyles at Home
Cats Around Town Society, Inc. (CATS)
Community Lutheran Church
Delmarva Digital
Kendall Home Furnishings
Ryan, Mary - Associate Member
Samaritan Thrift Shop
ShoreEasy.com
2-9 Years Continued
Sustaining Support, LLC
The Evergreene Companies
The Penguin
Twining’s Lobster Shanty
1st Anniversary
C Breeze Shuttle & Limo Service
Delaware Department of Labor/Employment &
Training Division
Sands Motel
Shore Pride All Stars
The Original Greene Turtle
Wags To Riches Too, LLC
Thanks for the Referral!
Thank you to those members who
continue to help our Chamber grow by
referring new members.
Steve Hagan
Off the Hook
&
Lori Smyth
Tidepool Toys
Member Referred:
Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church
Susan Mutz
Coastal Point
Member Referred:
Pin-Up Girls Salon, LLC
Members named on membership applications as the referring
member will be entered into a drawing for each referral given
to win a free chamber membership for a year. Winner will be
announced at the 2016 Membership Celebration.
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AROUND THE QUIET RESORTS
#NETWORKING EVENTS RETURN IN SEPTEMBER
BUILDING A WORKFORCE FOR ALL SEASONS
With the return of networking events this month,
the Chamber is excited to host #TrendingTuesday
at Beach Pilates and Wellness Center on Tuesday,
September 13 at 5:00 p.m. Join owner, Kelly
Hughes Roberts, as she discusses the importance
of wellness in the workplace. Wether you’re a
fitness guru or looking for ways to become more
active, join us to learn and share your workplace
wellness practices and ideas. Continue the
conversation while you mix and mingle with fellow
Chamber members. Due to space limitations,
RSVP is requested.
The “Building a Workforce for All Seasons” Forum
sponsored by SCORE Delaware, M&T Bank,
and the Bethany Fenwick-Area Chamber of
Commerce, will be held on October 6th, 2016,
at The Den at Bear Trap Dunes from 8:30 to
11:00 a.m. This free public workshop features
key note speaker, Dr. Ileana Smith, the vice
president of Delaware Technical Community
College, along with a panel of highly successful
Sussex County entrepreneurs who will share their
strategies on recruiting, hiring, and retaining a
talented workforce. Attendees will also have
the opportunity to network with workforce
Get back into the swing of networking at the
development professionals to learn more about
September Business After Hours hosted by the Sea J-1 students, internship programs and much more.
Colony Recreational Association on Wednesday,
All attendees will also enjoy a complimentary
September 28 at 5:00 p.m and the newly
breakfast. The panel will include Chris Schell, Scott
renovated Freeman Fitness Center. Kick off the Fall Kammerer, Heather DeMarie and Gerald Hocker,
networking season at the Chamber’s most popular Jr. SCORE Delaware, M&T Bank and the Bethany
networking event with great food and drinks, door Fenwick-Area Chamber of Commerce have the
prizes and the ever-popular 50/50 raffle benefiting common objective of growing the economy and
Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation. Be sure creating jobs in Sussex County. The Coastal Point
to stop by this month’s spotlight table featuring
and The Den at Bear Trap are also supporting
Cocktails Curing Cancer. Don’t delay, RSVP today! sponsors of the event. Registration is required as
seating is limited.
2016 CORPORATE SPONSORS
Silver Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
NVHomes/Ryan Homes Bethany Beach Ocean Suites
Long & Foster Realtors ResortQuest Sales/Rentals
Bethany Beach
Schell Brothers
Gold Sponsors
Banks Wines & Spirits
Bronze Sponsors
Beazer Homes at
Bunting & Murray Construction
Bishops’s Landing
Comcast Spotlight
Beebe Healthcare/
Selbyville Holly Kia
Beebe Medical Foundation
The
Anne Powell Group,
Bethany Beach Books
ResortQuest
Carl M. Freeman Companies
Coastal Point
Coastal Tented Events/
Coastal Rentals & Hydraulics
Interested in learning
Coldwell Banker Residential
what it takes
Brokerage: Sales/Rentals
to become
Delaware Today
a corporate sponsor?
Delaware Wave
Contact Kristie at
Mediacom Residential
302-539-2100
ext. 115
PNC Bank
The Cottage Cafe/
Bethany Boathouse
Wilgus Associates, Inc.
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On Tuesday, August 9, 2016, Associate Sponsor,
Tidepool Toys & Games, hosted the beach
olympics during the pre-flick event at the final
Fenwick Flicks of the season. Guests enjoyed
the Toy Story 3 movie on the beach after dusk.
The 2016 Lifeguards of the Year were honored
on Thursday, August 18, 2016 at the 2016 Lifeguard Awards Celebration. Each Lifeguard of
the Year was honored by their Patrol Captain
and selected by their peers.
Thanks to the 2016 Lifguard Awards Celebration
patrol sponsors, the Chamber was able to
present a check to the patrols to ensure
continued lifeguard coverage on our beaches
in the off-season.
Guests at the 2016 Lifeguard Awards Celebration enjoyed a bonfire on the beach with s’mores as they enjoyed the music by DJ Hook during
the inaugural beachfront celebration.
Phillips Seafood House hosted a great End
of Summer Social on Wednesday, August 24,
2016. Members enjoyed great food, drinks and
networking both in the bar and on the patio.
Executive Director, Kristie Maravalli, with a
Special Olympics athlete at the End of Summer
Social. The 50/50 raffle beneficiary, Ocean View
Police Department, donated all proceeds to
the Special Olympics.
About the Chamber
Our Mission
The Chamber’s mission is to develop and implement destination events, participate in advocacy efforts, and
provide opportunities for networking, marketing and education with a goal of improving member success and
enhance the quality of life throughout the Quiet Resorts. Officers
President: Richard Mais, McCabe’s Gourmet Market
President-Elect: Ron Derr PKS & Company, P.A.
Vice-President: Sara Booth, Ryan Homes
Secretary: Terri Mahoney, 47 ABC-WMDT-TV
Treasurer: Cory Walsh, Calvin B. Taylor Bank
Past President: Anne Del Vecchio Powell, The Anne Powell Group, ResortQuest
Directors
Christophe Emmert, Tunnell & Raysor, P.A.
Jeff Evans, Carl M. Freeman Companies
Steve Hagen, Just Hooked & Hooked Up
Kirsten Northway, Atlantic General Hospital
Doug Phillips, Joshua M. Freeman Foundation
Mike Mall, Delaware Wave
Legal Counsel
Harold Dukes, Jr.,Tunnell & Raysor, P.A.
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Chamber Staff
Executive Director
Kristie Maravalli • ext. 115
[email protected]
Operations & Member Benefits Manager
Sue Nilsson • ext. 116
[email protected]
Event & Member Relations Manager
Lauren Weaver • ext. 118
[email protected]
Communications & Marketing Manager
Emilie Cook • ext. 111
[email protected]
Tourism Information Coordinators
Patti Klosek & Mary Beth Stokes • ext. 110
[email protected]