Events for October 2015
Corning Area Chamber of Commerce
Sep 11 - Oct 9    Main Exhibit: Recent work by Bridget Bossart van Otterloo and Brian Keeler
Recent paintings by
Bridget Bossart van Otterloo and Brian Keeler

A collection of recent paintings
September 11 - October 9, 2015

Opening Reception
Friday, September 11th 5:00 - 7:30
Music performed by Matrix Flute and Guitar Duo

All events are free and open to the public
Please join us!
Date: September 11, 2015
Website: http://westendgallery.net
Location: 12 West Market Street Corning, NY 14830
Contact: 607.936.2011
EMail: info@westendgallery.net
Date/Time Details: On Exhibit: September 11 - October 9 Opening Reception: Friday, September 11 5:00 - 7:30 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE. All events are open to the public.
Oct 8    Business After Hours - Socha Financial Group
Socha Financial Group will host our October Business After Hours, and offer networking time, along with an introduction to their staff.  Food and drinks will be provided.
Date: October 8, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Socha Financial Group
181 E Second St, Corning
Contact: Janet Morgan
EMail: jbmorgan@corningny.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, October 14
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Fees/Admission: $5 for Members
$10 for Not yet Members
Oct 16 - Nov 13    Main Exhibit: Thomas S. Buechner and David Higgins
A selection of paintings by the late,
Thomas S. Buechner
A collection of recent work by
David Higgins

October 16 - November 13, 2015

Opening Reception
Friday, October 16  5:00 - 7:30
Music performed by William Groome

All events are free and open to the public
Please join us!
Date: October 16, 2015
Website: http://westendgallery.net
Location: 12 West Market Street Corning, NY 14830
Contact: 607.936.2011
EMail: info@westendgallery.net
Date/Time Details: On Exhibit: October 16 - November 13 Opening Reception: Friday, October 16 5:00 - 7:30 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE. All events are open to the public.
Oct 22    Teambuilding Challenge
So you think you've got a great staff team?  Prove it in our new Teambuilding Challenge!

Spend an afternoon away from the office playing games!  We've created contests and activities designed to increase and improve communication and cooperation between coworkers. Because nothing brings people together like a little friendly competition!

Check out this video introduction from Journey Fitness here

Form your organization's team of 2-4 people
Organizations can enter more than one team
This event is limited to the first 25 teams

$45 per team
Register before October 1 for a discounted rate of $35
 
Date: October 22, 2015
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Journey Fitness
32 Bridge Street, Corning
Contact: Janet Morgan
EMail: jbmorgan@corningny.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, October 22
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Fees/Admission: $45 per team
Oct 27    CareFirst Hosts Nationally Acclaimed Columnist Norris Burkes
On Tuesday, October 27th, CareFirst will host nationally acclaimed Chaplain and author, Norris Burkes, for a presentation on “Resiliency”.  A Chaplain in the Air National Guard and author of No Small Miracles, Norris Burkes’ writing takes a spiritual and often comical look at everyday life.  His syndicated column “Spirituality” was named second best in America in 2009 by the National Society of Newspaper Columnists.  Read by over one million weekly readers in over fifty papers nationwide, Burkes’ column can be found every Saturday in the Star Gazette.
 
“Resiliency” gives spiritually healthy advice on coping with a major loss, a serious illness, or a heartbreaking divorce. It asks, “How do we get past just surviving?” In a thoughtful presentation designed for caregivers, nurses, and clergy, Chaplain Norris shares the tools of resilience that participants will need in helping people survive.
 
Burkes will present two sessions of “Resiliency”, at 3:30pm and 5:30pm, respectively. Both presentations are free to the public, no reservations necessary.  Light refreshments will be served. Burkes’ presentations will be held in the gymnasium at CareFirst, 3805 Meads Creek Road, Painted Post, NY 14870. These events are sponsored by ArnotHealth and CareFirst. For more information, please call 607.962.3100.
Date: October 27, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Location: CareFirst Gymnasium
3805 Meads Creek Road, Painted Post
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, October 27
Two Sessions:  3:30 pm and 5:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Free and open to the public
Oct 28    The Magic of Influence
Join us for this lunch and learn workshop, presented by Andy Taylor. 

The Magic of Influence: 
Getting Others to Trust, Engage and Act!
 
SPECIAL LUNCH AND LEARN WORKSHOP
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28th
 
“The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.”  Ken Blanchard

To learn more about the workshop directly from our presenter, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lkoyopw1CSk

What’s Influence?
  • It’s getting others to want to follow, collaborate and succeed with you.  It’s simple but not easy.
 
Why Is Influence Critical For 21st Century Leaders?
  • Results!  Influence creates trust, enhances engagement, improves motivation, increases productivity, and most importantly, gets results.
  • Talent!  Influence plays a pivotal role in attracting and retaining top notch people.
  • Buy-in!  Getting cooperation from others without formal authority is critical in today’s diverse global workplace with flatter organizational structures.
  • You’ll learn the four pillars of influence* and how to use them to attract and motivate others.
*This workshop is based on the work and leadership principles and philosophy of NYT bestselling authors Chris Widener and the late Jim Rohn.
Date: October 28, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Gaffer District Board Room
114 Pine Street, Second Floor
EMail: jbmorgan@corningny.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, October 28
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Fees/Admission: General Admission $10
No charge for Chamber Members
Oct 31    AIM Independent Living Center Allies in Disguise

AIM’s fourth annual awareness event, the Allies in Disguise 5K Run and Mile Walk, will be held at 10 a.m. Oct. 31, 2015, at Craig Park in Painted Post. Craig Park is located adjacent to the Corning-Painted Post Middle School (formerly Corning West), 35 Victory Highway.

In addition to the 5K and awareness walk, the event will feature a children’s fun run, other children’s activities, face painting, a photo booth, prizes and refreshments. Participants are encouraged to wear a costume!

The cost is $20 per person, with discounted family rates available. You can register online or print a registration form.

Allies are forged by a common goal. Together, they are a powerful force of change and influence.

AIM stands against the institutionalization of people with disabilities. People with disabilities deserve choice and independence, like all people.

Be an ally, and help us fight for what’s right.

For more information, contact John Zick at jzick@aimcil.com or 962-8225, ext. 116, or visit:
http://aimcil.com/allies-disguise-event/
 

Date: October 31, 2015
Location: Craig Park, Painted Post
Contact: John Zick
EMail: jzick@aimcil.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, October 31
10:00 am
Oct 31    Zombie Defense Training & Zombie Haunted Course
Survive the Zombie Apocalypse with our Zombie Survival Training and Zombie Haunted Survival Course.  Learn how to evade and maneuver through the Zombie Horde (nerf guns provided) Open to the public.  A $5.00 donation benefits our Student Club that helps provide safe, family oriented activities for our students. Stay and participate in our Zombie Walk through the Painted Post Village Square.
Date: October 31, 2015
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.martialartscorning.com/
Location: USA Masters Academy 140 Village Square Painted Post, NY 14870
Contact: Larry Childs
EMail: masterchilds@usamastersacademy.com
Date/Time Details: October 31, 2015 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Fees/Admission: $5.00 Donation to the Student Club
Oct 31    Gallery Talk: David Higgins
A selection of paintings by the late,
Thomas S. Buechner
A collection of recent work by
David Higgins

October 16 - November 13, 2015
Gallery Talk with David Higgins
Saturday, October 31  1-2:00 pm
All events are free and open to the public.
Please join us!
Date: October 31, 2015
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://westendgallery.net
Location: 12 West Market Street Corning, NY 14830
Contact: 607.936.2011
EMail: info@westendgallery.net
Date/Time Details: Saturday, October 31st 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE. All events are open to the public.