inside - Greater Liverpool Chamber

SEPT/OCT 2016
COVER STORY:
WINTERIZE YOUR HOME
INSIDE
Nominate a Board Member
New Members
2nd Annual Ghost Walk
Members Making Moves
CONTENTS
Some benefits of Chamber membership:
• Networking opportunities
• Point of origin verification
• Referral from the Chamber to callers
• Exposure for your business on the web and in print
•Credibility
• Use of our bulk-mail permit
• Discounts with some of our media
partners
• Discount on our half-day seminars
and other selected programs
• Member-to-member discount program
Board of Directors.................................................................................................. 3
Nominate a Board Member.................................................................................... 4
Get Prepared For Winter........................................................................................ 5
Business After Hours.............................................................................................. 6
Cover Story: Winterize Your Home From Popular Mechanics................................ 7
New Members...................................................................................................... 11
Spot the shot!........................................................................................................ 12
Celebrate National Days with Our Members!...................................................... 14
Clip and Save Calendar................................................................................... 15-16
Chamber Member Generosity.............................................................................. 17
Second Annual OHA Liverpool Ghost Walk........................................................ 18
Members Out and About..................................................................................... 19
Monthly Lunch Connection................................................................................. 23
Ask the Question by Steve Roberts....................................................................... 24
Bagelicious Celebrates One Year Under New Ownership..................................... 25
Members Making Moves...................................................................................... 27
Save the Date........................................................................................................ 29
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Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors 2016
Directors
Courtney Smith
ARC
Rina Hart
OneGroup
Executive Director
Lucretia Hudzinski
Jesse McCormick
MIC
Past President
Dr. Tom Conley
Conley Chiropractic
This is a once a month commitment
on the fourth Thursday of the month at 3:30PM in Liverpool.
All nominations must be received in writing by September 15th.
Member-to-Member
Discounts!
President
Cristina Morrissiey
AmeriCU
Credit Union
1ST Vice President
Julie Witty
CNY Payroll
Secretary
June Pardue
German American
Society
2ND Vice President Luis Gonzalez
Primerica
Administrative
Assistant
Kelly Evans
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Do you want to nominate a fellow member (or yourself!)
to become a Chamber Board Member?
We are taking nominations and want your input!
Please email Lucretia ([email protected])
with the nominee’s name, business, and a brief explanation
of their traits and qualities that would make them
an excellent board member.
Elaine Woznek
Rescue Mission
Sean Orcutt
CCPlus
Officers
Nominate a Board Member!
Treasurer
Richard Usher
Evans & Bennett
Did you know that one of the added benefits of chamber
membership is a member-to-member discount?! This information
is located on the chamber website, (liverpoolchamber.com)
under the “Member Info” tab.
In January, we’d like to launch a member-to-member discount
card, with a directory of participants and their offers. Please send
your member-to-member “discount deal’ in writing to lucretia@
liverpoolchamber.com by October 1st.
Looking for an idea? Pizza Villa, Limp Lizard, Unique Impact,
and MIC, will give members 10% off when they present their
membership card. Get creative with your offer and have fun with
it! We will publish these special member-to-member deals in our
2017 Directory, and you will also be featured in the November/
December Newsletter!
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Get Prepared for Winter!
The best way to combat potential weather-related issues is preventative treatment
and care before the snow flies. Winterize your home and car, and get your winter
necessities with these local Chamber members! More details about each of the
members can be found at www.liverpoolchamber.com.
Charles Heating,
Air Conditioning,
Plumbing and Electrical
McClurg Remodeling &
Construction Services
[email protected]
Richard Foley
P: 315-457-6911
Daucher Electric
P: 315-652-5059
[email protected]
BlueRock Energy
P: 315-701-1549
P: 315-673-4305
www.mcclurgteam.com
P: 315-416-2800
www.tilesdoneright.com
Bayberry Service Center
P: 315-652-4707
www.bluerockenergy.com
Hiram’s Tire and Service
Capital Home
Improvements
Ford & Bryant
P: 315-565-5401
www.capitalhomeimprovements.com
Hearth Cabinets
and More
P: 315-622-1818
P: 315-451-5383
Advance Auto Parts
P: 315-849-5693
“Herb” Philipson’s
Liverpool Lumber
Company
www.herbphilipsons.com
P: 315-457-2220
October 19th
4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Liverpool Chamber Office, 314 Second Street, Liverpool
RSVP to Lucretia at 457-3895
October 19th is “Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce” Day!
Stop by the Liverpool Chamber office to meet your fellow members,
and bring a “gift” to support the chamber, such as stamps, paper,
scotch tape, mailing labels, #10 envelopes (plain or window), staples,
or other related office supplies.
This fun after-hours event will also feature refreshments and vendor booths.
Vendor opportunities are still available!
($20.00 for vendor participation, please contact Lucretia
to register, space is limited to 14 vendors).
www.advanceautoparts.com
P: 315-641-1197
www.hearthcabinetsandmore.com
Support your
Local Chamber of Commerce Day!
P: 315-671-5777
Runnings
P: 315-336-1302
www.runnings.com
Other resources for parts and gear can be found at Walmart,
Henderson Wholesale Lamps, and Sam’s Club!
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—COVER STORY—
WINTERIZE YOUR HOME FROM POPULAR MECHANICS
Dodge the Drafts
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, drafts can waste 5% to 30% of your
energy use. Start simple and adopt that old Great Depression fixture -- the draft
snake, which you can easily make yourself. Just place a rolled bath towel under
a drafty door, or make a more attractive DIY draft snake with googly eyes, felt
tongues and the like. You can use any scraps of fabric -- even neckties -- and fill
with sand or kitty litter for heft.
Change Furnace Filters
Yes it’s easy to forget, but it’s important to replace
or clean furnace filters once a month during the
heating season. Dirty filters restrict airflow and
increase energy demand. Here’s a worry-saving
tip: mark a monthly check on your calendar.
Better, consider switching to a permanent
filter, which will reduce waste and hassle.
Did you know that disposable
fiberglass filters trap a measly
10 to 40% of debris?
Electrostatic filters trap
around 88%, and are much
better at controlling the
bacteria, mold, viruses and
pollen that cause illness
and irritation.
They cost $50
to $1,000
or more. Another good choice is a genuine HEPA filter, which can remove at least
99.97% of airborne particles. HEPA filters are based on Department of Energy
standards. But avoid “HEPA-like” filters, which can be vastly less effective.
Run Fans in Reverse
Most people think of fans only when they want to be cool, but many ceiling
units come with a handy switch that reverses the direction of the blades.
Counter-clockwise rotation produces cooling breezes while switching to
clockwise makes it warmer: air pooled near the ceiling is circulated back into
the living space - cutting your heating costs as much as 10%!
Winterize Your A/C and Water Lines
This one’s really easy, and it will even save you a few pennies next summer, too:
Simply drain any hoses and air conditioner pipes, and make sure you don’t have
excess water pooled in equipment. If you’re A/C has a water shutoff valve, go ahead
and turn that off. Similarly, make sure any hoses are drained and stowed away
neatly. Turn off exterior water spigots. It’s also a good idea to seal any water leaks
around the place - and don’t forget to remove any window A/C units and store
them so you don’t invite cold drafts all winter.
Turn Down Your Water Heater
While many conventional water heaters are set to 140 degrees F by installers,
most households don’t need that much steam, and end up paying for it — in
dollars and the occasional scalding burn. Lowering the temperature to 120° F
(or lower) would reduce your water heating costs by 6% to 10%.
Install Storm Doors and Windows
The simple act of installing a storm door can increase energy efficiency
by 45%, by sealing drafts and reducing air flow. Storm doors
also offer greater flexibility for letting light and ventilation
enter your home. Look for Energy Star-certified models.
Similarly, storm windows can make a hugedifference when
the cold wind starts blowing. It may be a pain, but it is
well worth it to get them out of the shed or attic and
install them for the season. (Make sure each is securely
shut - they don’t do much good if you leave them in the
up position by mistake!)
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COVER STORYcontinued from page 8
WINTERIZE YOUR HOME FROM POPULAR MECHANICS
Give Your Heating System a Tune-Up
You probably already know that cars need periodic tune-ups in order to run
their best. Well the same is true for heating equipment. Keeping your furnace
clean, lubricated and properly adjusted will reduce energy use, saving up to 5%
of heating costs. The good news is many utilities offer free annual checkups by
qualified technicians, but you often have to call early, as HVAC crews get backed
up once heating season starts. Some furnace manufacturers and dealers also offer
free or discounted inspections.
Put on a Sweater
Make like Jimmy Carter and dress warmer for winter, even inside. Gone are
the days (for most of us at least) when we can afford to lounge around in our
underwear while it’s frosty outside. Remember what we said about each degree
on the thermostat costing you money?
Roughly speaking, a light long-sleeved sweater is worth about two degrees in added
warmth, while a heavy sweater (even the
ugliest of ugly sweaters) adds about
four degrees. So cozy up and
start saving!
Boost Insulation
It may not seem sexy,
but insulation is one
of the best ways to
save energy and
money at home.
It can make a big
difference to add
more insulation
between walls, and
make sure your attic
floor and basement
ceiling are well
covered.
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Insulate Your Pipes
Pay less for hot water by insulating pipes. That can also help decrease the chance
of pipes freezing, which can be dis-astrous. Check to see if your pipes are warm
to the touch. If so, they are good candidates for insulation. (Use the same
method to determine if your hot water heater would benefit from some
insulation.) You can get pre-slit pipe foam at most hardware stores. Cut it to
size and fasten in place with duct tape. Ideally, choose the insulation with the
highest R-value practical, which is a measure of its heat-blocking power.
Pipe insulation is often R-3 or, for batt styles that you wrap around, a stronger R-7.
Seal Those Ducts
Moving even deeper into your home’s infrastructure…one encounters ductwork.
Studies show 10% to 30% of heated (or cooled) air in an average system escapes
from ducts. Therefore, it could pay to hire a professional technician to come out
and test your duct system, and fix any problems. Properly sealing ducts can save
the average home up to $140 annually, according to the American Solar Energy
Society. Plus, you’ll have better protection against mold and dust.
Many utilities offer incentive programs for duct improvement. Be wary of “duct
cleaning” services, however; absent of an air quality problem, most homes don’t
need their ducts cleaned. Additionally, low-income households can qualify for an
average of $6,500 worth of weatherization improvements to their homes through
government programs administered by each state. Find out the state’s program by
contacting local energy agencies.
Choose the Right Contractor
To choose which project to tackle first, it may help to try to perform your own
energy audit, or, if some of these improvements prove to be a little ambitious for
you, hire an expert. Just be sure to get someone who shares your values!
Get Creative and Go Alternative
Various local, state and federal incentives exist to encourage the use of alternative
energy technologies, like solar panels, geothermal heating and cooling, biomass
stoves, small wind turbines and even fuel cells - all of which require a front-end
investment that typically pays off in the end.
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JTs Creamery and Cafe
Davidson Ford of Clay
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/
JTsCreameryandCafe
514 Second Street Liverpool, NY 13088
www.davidsonfordclay.com
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/DavidsonAutoGroup
3690 State Rt. 31 Liverpool, NY 13090
John Speno
315-451-1991
We use the finest quality ice cream,
with soft and hard serve options.
We also have many options in ice
cream cones and gluten free cones!
Create your own! We have an outside
patio to enjoy your meal, or if you’re
in a hurry, we take to-go orders as well!
Rhythm N Shoes
Edward Cole
315-243-1655
Mobile315-870-7000
www.rhythmnshoes.com
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/rhythmnshoes/
CNY Area/Liverpool
We are a trio that loves to play dance
music of all styles. We perform for
community events, private parties and
social dance events.
Where is this famous
location in Liverpool?
Sara Davidson
315-870-7000
The Davidson Family has been involved
in local business and in the community
for over 50 years. Having grown to seven
franchises, a pre-owned SuperCenter,
and two state of the art BodyShops, the
Davidson family has been and will be a
member of Central and Northern New
York for years to come.
Empire Specialty Printing
Stacey Chilbert
315-415-3285
www.empirespecialtyprinting.com
[email protected]
8423 Lace Bark Lane Liverpool, NY
13090
Locally-owned and family-operated
screen-printing business. We cater to
teams, clubs, and individuals looking for
screen-printed or embroidered apparel.
Spot the shot!
Answer on page 15.
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Celebrate National Days
with our Members!
Members, let’s informally meet on these National Days in September.
Lucretia will be at these locations, and she wants to see you! Support your local
chamber members, have some fun, and maybe even get your picture taken
for the Chamber’s social media and the upcoming newsletter!
September 14 –National Cream Filled Donut Day
Stop at Regional Donut Authority (on Old Liverpool Road, behind Heid’s )
at 8 a.m. for coffee and donuts!
September 22-National Ice Cream Cone Day
Let’s meet up at Stewart’s Ice Cream (corner of Morgan and Buckley)
at 5:30 a.m. for a cone or sundae!
September 24 – National Health and Fitness Day USA
Visit one or more members on this day and enter to win a fitness package!
Check the chamber website for participating members.
September 26-National Pancake Day
Start National Pancake Day off right! Meet at Mac’s Local Yolk in Dewitt
for coffee and pancakes at 8 a.m.
September 27 –National Voter Registration Day
Pick up forms at the Liverpool Chamber or your local Town Hall.
September 29-National Coffee Day
We all love coffee! Meet at JT’s Creamery and Café
(514 Oswego Street, Liverpool) at 8 a.m. for a delicious cup.
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National Read A Book Day
Stand Up to Cancer Day
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Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
National Day of Encouragement
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Clergy Appreciation Day
Columbus Day/National Kick Butt Day - Get to Balanced Life Hypnosis!
National Sausage Pizza Day
National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day
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Liverpool Ghost Walk 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. National Family Health and Fitness Day
National Golf Day
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Liverpool Ghost Walk 6 to 8 p.m.
National Techies Day
National Stop Bullying Day
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Happy One Year Anniversary Bagelicious!
National Dictionary Day
National Mulligan Day/Boss’s Day
Monthly Lunch Connection - Uno’s DestinyUSA
Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day
Get To Know Your Customers Day
National Mammography Day
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Liverpool Ghost Walk 6 to 8 p.m.
National American Beer Day - This Bud’s for you!
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Spot the Shot answer: Liverpool First Presbyterian Church
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Chamber Member
Generosity
2nd Annual Onondaga Historical Association
Lakeside Views II: Liverpool
The holidays are just around
the corner and it’s time to
get in the spirit of giving
back to others!
Here are some great donation
ideas for your fellow agency
chamber members:
Saint Joseph the Worker
• Non-perishable food items
• Gift certificates to local grocery stores
• Toys for children, including tweens and teens
• Items that can’t be bought with food stamps, including: laundry detergent,
soap, toothpaste, dish detergent and paper goods
Rescue Mission
•Toothpaste
•Toothbrushes
• Deodorant for men and woman
• Razors for men and women
Salvation Army
• Jello (this year let’s see who
collects the most!)
•Pasta
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Humane Association
• Pedigree® dog food
• Friskies® canned cat food
• Purina® dry cat food
•Litter
• Large trash bags
•Bleach
• Laundry detergent
• Dish soap
• Baby wipes
• Heating pads
Return to the village famous for salt brine
and willow baskets to hear tales told near
the shores of Onondaga Lake. The “ghosts”
reveal their lives in 12 to 15 minute
vignettes, giving personal insight to those
who have preceded us.
• One who skimmed over
Onondaga and influenced nations
• One who’s family led and fed Liverpool
• One who attained great heights and
descended to great lows
• One who swam, fought, and danced
• One who wove his future into
that of Liverpool
• One who before reaching a higher
plane sought to enlighten Liverpudlliansl
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour.
Tours last about an hour and a half so bring your walking shoes.
September 23 @ 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: $15
September 24 @ 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
To register:
http://www.cnyhistory.org/
September 30 @ 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
calendar/liverpoolOctober 1 @ 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Tour begins at the Liverpool Public Library.
or call
315-428-1864
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Members Out & About
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A.) A snapshot of the fun had during the Mid-Lakes Navigation Cruise on July 21st. B.) Lucretia of Liverpool
Chamber and Peter Wiles of Mid-Lakes Navigation during the Chamber’s cruise. C.) Kelly, Sean, and their
daughter Myla during the Mid-Lakes cruise. D.) Steve Herwood of “The Dinsoaur” during the Mid-Lakes
cruise. E.) Darrick of Cam’s Pizzeria prepared a delicious spread for the Chamber cruise! F.) A nice view from
the cruise. G.) Dorothy Heller, Clay Historian at the Discover Clay Festival.
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H.) A concert at Johnson Park during our summer series! I.) The ribbon-cutting ceremony at Regional Donut
Authority. J.) Linda Gilmore of Balanced Life Hypnosis at the Health Fair. K.) The founder of Usherwood
Office Technology at the 40th anniversary celebration. L.) Usherwood Office Technology celebrated their 40th
anniversary this summer. M.) Tim Abel from Sports PT of CNY at their Health Fair booth. N.) Lorraine Saba of
Young Living Essential Oils at the Health Fair. P.) Florence Felt of Hearth Communities.
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A.) Nine Round 30-minute kickbox fitness at the Clay festival. B.) Grand Opening at Regional Donut Authority.
Fusion Advertising thanks Hoss and everyone at the Regional Donut Authority. “We also wanted to give a
special thanks to Dan Elliott and the Monterays and the Dinosaur for a fantastic Grand Opening.” C.) Hot dogs
on the go with Heid’s. D.) New York Life at the Discover Clay Festival on July 22nd. E.) Students of Karate John
at the festival. F.) Bascol at the Clay festival. G.) Kelly keeping everyone hydrated during the festival!
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J.) WonderWorks professor joined in on the fun at the festival. K.) Music galore at the festival!
L.) Miss Syracuse Pageant participants at the Regional Donut Authority Grand Opening. M.) Dan Elliott
and the Monterays perfoming at the grand opening.
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Monthly Lunch Connection
Ask The Question.
By Steve Roberts
As you’re reading this, you’re probably asking
yourself, “What question?” Most of us send or
receive dozens of emails communicating our
wants, needs, and opinions on business and other
topics that interest us every day.
How annoying is it when we spend time word-smithing
an email, crafting an important communication to a business person
or prospect, and then it appears to fall on deaf ears?! Radio silence; no call, no reply,
no nothing. The silence is deafening and you feel disrespected and ignored, right?
Join us for a special Monthly Lunch Connection.
We will be having a joint luncheon with
the Cicero Chamber of Commerce.
This is a great opportunity to meet and network
with new people!
September 14th at Comfort Suites
Are you willing to try something different that will change every email you send
for the rest of your life? Try this: end every email with a question. Generally, people
don’t want to leave a question hanging and will send a reply. What if you end with
a question and still do not get a response? Forward the first email with the question,
“Did you get this ok?” Still no reply? One more forward of the thread with the
question, “Are you ok?”
5875 Carmenica Drive Cicero, NY 13039
A little bit of “shame” goes a long way here…and they will reply.
Networking at 11:30 am, Lunch at Noon
Cost: $12 per person
Most of the time, people will reply and actually apologize for not getting back
to you sooner! Give this a try and let me know how it worked for you, email me
at [email protected].
Please register for the Lunch Connection here:
http://www.cicerochamber.com and then click on “Card It.”
See you there!
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I have the answer.
Are you going to try this?
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Bagelicious Celebrates One Year
under New Ownership!
Bagelicious, a specialty breakfast and lunch shop located in the Bayberry Plaza,
is celebrating their one-year anniversary under new management! Owners Jennifer
Woleslagle and Jerome Wicker purchased Bagelicious, which had been a successful
local restaurant for over 20 years, on October 15th, 2015. Since then, they have
been busy updating the new look and feel of their branding, growing the catering
facet of the business, and trying out new flavors and techniques.
Bagelicious is known for their soft, baked-fresh bagels and their huge variety of
flavors, including Very Berry, Jalapeño Cheddar, French Toast and many other
uniquely delicious kinds!
If you have any questions about Bagelicious or any of the items they offer,
please call Jennifer or Jerome at 652-6007.
Happy
First Anniversary,
Bagelicious!
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Sustainable Office Solutions
Sustainable Office Solutions has announced
that Steve Sauro has joined the team as a Sales
Representative. He will be focused on office
furniture space planning and will serve the
Auburn, Cortland, Ithaca, and Binghamton
regions. Sauro has an extensive sales background
and previously worked as a sales representative for
both Sedgwick Business Interiors and Functional
Communications/Muzak.
We’ve added this new section to help members feature their exciting news!
Here, we will highlight member organizations who have hired people,
promoted a person, or have any new business news, such as an expansion,
a move, etc. Members may submit news about their organizations to the
chamber at [email protected] on an ongoing basis, to be
placed in upcoming newsletters in this specific section.
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Zoey Advertising
Megan Derks has joined the Zoey Advertising
team as a junior account executive. Derks will
support the marketing department in its primary
and administrative duties in organizing campaigns
and developing marketing strategies. She recently
obtained a bachelor’s degree in public relations
with a minor in advertising from Flagler College.
Derks’ previous experience includes public
relations internships with Occasions Media Group
and Flagler College.
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More details on www.liverpoolchamber.com
Sept 14 Monthly Lunch Connection
Sept 23-24 &
Sept 30-Oct 1 Ghost Walk in Liverpool
Oct 18 Monthly Lunch Connection - Uno’s at Destiny
Nov 15 Monthly Lunch Connection - TBA
Nov 16 Lunch and Learn - TBA
Dec 20 Holiday Lunch Connection - Outback Steakhouse, Rt. 31
Details coming soon!
December Holiday After Hours
Details coming soon!
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