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Message from the Director 1 Hero’s Helping Hero’s 2 Hero’s Helping Hero’s 3

Towson Restaurants 4

New Members 5

Member-to-Member Benefits 6 Advertising Opportunties 7

Construction in Towson 8

SECU Relief E�orts 9

Slice Pizza Kits 10

Bulle Rock Productions 11

Avalon Apartments 12

Board of Directors 13

Member Application 14

Inside this Issue

May 2020

Dear Towson Chamber Members and Friends,

Our hopes are that you and your families are doing as well as possible during these very challenging circumstances.

Your Towson Chamber has not stopped working for you and our community during the last few months and we wanted to give you an update on what we’ve been doing: • Phone Calls- Our Chamber Sta� and our Board Members have called all our member just to see how they are doing. Members were appreciative of this out-reach.• Restaurants- we are sending out weekly updates on business that are open and their hours of operation.• Streetscape Improvements- we have been working with Baltimore County on streetscape improvements for Pennsylvania and Chesapeake Avenues. • Chamber Meetings- we have installed a webinar application and will be going to virtual meeting starting Wednesday, May 20th at 8am, our normal meeting time. We are hoping to give you a construction updates around town. If you can think of any topics you would like to hear, please let me know. • Towson Chamber Executive Committee- we have been having virtual meetings to brainstorm how to best serve our members and our community. • Lunch and Learn Opportunity- we’re working on putting together webinars that would be of interest to our members. • Community Blood Drive- we are working with the Red Cross and TowsonTown Center to hold a blood drive in the near future. • Directory- we are working on the 2020- 2021 Towson Chamber Directory. Please check your company information on our website to make sure all the information is correct. •Fund Rising- �e Chamber has helped raise over $30,000 for �rst responders around Maryland and to help restaurants.• Festival and Gardens day- Both have been canceled for the year.• Feet on the Street- May concerts have been canceled. We are hoping to resume in June if the County and State allow.• Farmers Market-will be starting �ursday, June 4th . We are looking to possibly have an evening Farmers Market. We’ll keep you posted. • 4th of July Race and Parade- we have not cancelled at this time. We are working on both events and are waiting for �nal approval or denial from the County.

Please take a few minutes to go through the Newsletter. We are highlighting a lot of good things that are happening in and around Towson. Lots of our members that have been serving our Hero’s during this crisis. If we missed someone, please let us know. We will make it through, we are strong, we work together and we care about our businesses and our community. Always remember, we are #TOWSONSTRONG

Nancy

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Hero's Helping Hero'sA group of Mom's started the

#OneTeamOneGoal campaign toreceive donations to buy lunches anddinners for first hand responders. Inthe first two weeks CVP was able todeliver 2,700 meals to hospitals, lawenforcement and first responders.

Towson Hot Bagels wanted to show theirappreciation for hospital workers by

delivering more than 200 bagels to thestaff at Sinai Hospital. The bagels went to

everyone from the emergency roomdepartment, housekeeping, and command

center staff. THB is also offering a 50%discount to all first responders at their

locations.

The Towson University Police Departmentdelivered food and supplies to local hospitalson April 10. Seasons Pizza donated 20 pizzas

that were delivered by the TUPD. Theydelivered the pizzas to the emergency room

staffs at St. Joseph’s Medical Center andGreater Baltimore Medical Center.

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Hero's Helping Hero'sThe SECU MD Foundation has

announced a Non-Profit-Support Fund.SECU is offering $2,000 grants to non-

profits serving the Marylandcommunity in response to the

pandemic.

Dr. Mark Shulman DDS and othersfrom the dentist community gatheredPPE equipment from their offices and

donated it to St. Joseph's MedicalCenter.

The Baltimore County Together isa private charitable emergency

response effort. They haveorganized weekly "pop up

markets" throughout the countyto support community members

suffering with food insecurity andsafety concerns. The markets are

held on Saturday's by sign-up only.

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Seasons Pizza- (410) 821-9393 Jake's NY Deli- 7-3 pm (410) 296-1118 Slice- (410) 337- 9866 CVP- 10am-10pm (410) 821-8155 THB- (410)-337-0006 Baltimore Soup Kitchen- (443) 275-2325 Kathmandu Kitchen- (410) 847-9595 Sushi Hana- (410) 823-0372 Cafe Troia-  (410)337-0133 The Backyard Uptown- 11AM-8PM(410) 825-3980 The Point- (443) 991-4293 Cheesecake Factory- 11am-9pm (410)337-7411 Stony River- 12-7 (MON-THUR) 12-8(FRI- SAT) (410)583-5250 PF Changs- (410)372-5250

BJ's Restaurant & Brew House-(443)470-6200 Bonefish Grill- (410) 832-2519 Pho Dat Thanh- (410) 296-9118 Villagio's Cafe- (410) 372-2200 Razorback's-  (410) 821-9550 Bread & Circuses Bistro-  (410) 337-5282 Spice & Dice Thai-  (410) 494-8777 The Peppermill-  (410) 583-1107 The Crabby Greek- 11am-9pm (410)494-9144 7 West Bistro Grille- 11am-7:45pm (410) 337-9378 Nandos Peri Peri- (410)832-1380 On the Boarder- (443)519-2332 Chick Fil A- (410)296- 4950

Restaurant's Open in Towson

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NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHTWelcome to the Towson Chamber !

INTERESTED IN SERVING ON A CHAMBER COMMITTEE?

The Chamber is looking to fill the following committees:• Towsontown Spring Festival• Towson Gardens Day• Winterfest• Golf Tournament

If interested, please contact the Towson Chamber of Commerce at 410.825.1144 or email Nancy Hafford at info@towsonchamber.com

• Ambassador• 4th of July Parade• Taste of Towson• Toast of the Town

Mark Wagner-Intelli Voice404 West Pennsylvania AveTowson, Maryland 21204(443) 470-6000mwagner@intelli-voice@.com

Towson Integrative Health Dr. Paul M. Abosh, DC, CCSP, CCEP, CKTP7505 Osler Drive, Suite 309Towson, MD 21204(410) 864-8392 | Health & Wellness

Towson Tabacco MarketMohsan Khatana422 York RoadTowson, MD 21204(443) 878-8366 | Retail & Merchants

Simplify Math Engagement CenterPhyllis Hillwig828 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 11Towson, MD 21204(410) 454-8820 | simplifymathcenter@gmail.comEducation

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Member-to-Member BenefitsEnjoy these specials o�ered exclusively for members of the Towson Chamber. Businesses may reference the Chamber Directory,

or contact the Chamber o�ce to confirm eligibility.

AAA Club Alliance - Amy Lee, alee1@aaamidatlantic.comPlus Membership for the price of a Classic Membership, (savings of $48.50) for one year. To claim this discount, you must contact the Towson o�ce at 410-616-1580 ext. 4365016, and reference the code TOWSON.

Baltimore Soup Company - Je� Morris, eat@baltsoupco.com Let us cater your next meeting or customer event with $25.00 o� your first catering order and 10% o� any future catering orders. Order minimum of $135.00 for all catering orders. For more information or for a catering menu, call 443-275-2325 and ask for Je� or Scott. Catering Menu online at baltsoupco.com. We are Towson’s home for homemade soups, handcrafted sandwiches, and fresh salads!

Charles Village Pub - Melony Wagner, melony@cvptowson.com Complimentary drink for every guest for a Happy Hour party booked (Mon - Fri) (4:00-7:00) (15 guest min); 15% o� bu�et package for 25 or more guests

Fully Promoted Towson - Jessica Joyce, jessica.joyce@fullypromoted.com One free digitizing of company logo ($69.00 value) to all chamber members. Must mention member-to-member promo.

Integrated Pest Services - Sandy Jenkins, service@ipspest.com 10% o� of all pest services for Towson Chamber members

RISE Biscuits and Donuts – David Brindza, towson@risebiscuitsdonuts.comFree Sweet Treat Platter ($31.95 value) to all Catering Breakfast and Lunch orders over $100. Monday through Friday. Pickup between 7:30 am and 2 pm. Must mention the Member to Member promo. Place the order at  towson@risebiscuitsdonuts.com  or call  410-372-3171 Address: 1620 York Rd  Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

Roland Park Chiropractic – Dr. Silke Laub, DrLaub@rolandparkchiropractic.com Utilize this link for a 20% special discount on all supplements for chamber members. From Vitamin D or multivitamins, special men’s health or women’s health supplements: https://wellevate.me/silke-laub

Slice of Towson – Paul Rizas, sliceoftowson@gmail.com 20% o� any and all 20” XXL Family Sized pizzas

THB Bagels & Deli – Steve Warrick, stwarrick@thbgroup.biz Free Dessert Platter ($29.95 value) to all Catering Lunch orders over $100. Monday through Thursday. Pickup or delivery between 10 am and 2 pm. Not valid for Breakfast orders. Must mention the Member to Member promo. Place the order at www.eatTHB.com or call 443-912-2249

The Point in Towson – Erica Russo, erica@thepointrg.com 20% o� to all members for food, beverages and catering. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.

Zerodraft Maryland – Kurt Pfund, kpfund@zerodraftmd.com NO COST Quick Home Energy Check-up (LED bulbs, e�cient-water measures, pipe insulation, etc., installed by a trained energy technician), 5% Chamber discount on Commercial LED Lighting Upgrades, 5% Chamber discount on Home Performance Energy Upgrades

The 10% RuleKeep your business local and make 10% of your expenditures stay within Towson. Just think of the impact... If a company grosses $300,000.00 per year and they see an additional 10% or $30,000.00, that could mean hiring someone, expanding product lines, or making their interior and exterior look better. Keep business in

Towson and create a positive environment for our community!

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Advertising & Promotion

Opportunities

One-Page InsertAdvertise a special sale

or promotion with an 8.5x11” insert for $50 in our monthly

newsletter. Advertising for community events is free.

Email Sponsorship“Sponsor” an email that goes out to over 1500

business contacts. Includes your logo and a click-through to your

website. (Costs vary)

Towson TimesAdvertise in the Towson

Times (costs vary)

Questions?Contact: Nancy Ha�ord

nancy@towsonchamber.com

There will be a webinar board meeting on Thursday May 20

at 8:00am. Updated information will be sent out in

the first week of May.

We are sad to inform you that due to COVID-19 The TowsonTown Spring

Festival & Gardens Day has been cancelled.

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Construction is Still MovingForward in Towson

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SECU Commits $400K in COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Linthicum-based SECU, Maryland’s largest statechartered credit union, announced a commitment

of up to $200,000 in hardship grants for its membersthrough the SECU MD Foundation and $200,000 forCOVID-19 community relief efforts. Community relief

will focus on supporting key areas: health care workers,childcare and education, and nonprofit organizations.

To apply for a grant,nominate a Healthcare or Educator Hero or learn more

about SECU’s community support initiatives visite or e are  fo o e o

Facebook, Twitter,Instagram, and LinkedIn at user name ‘SECUmd’ or

contact Sarah Ryan at sarah.ryan@secumd.com.

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LIVE ELEVATED.New Apartment Homes at Towson Circle.

AVALONTOWSON.COM

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Tim Bojanowski, Zest Social Media Solutions

Emily Brophy, Towson Town Center

Kristen Cooper, Leap Day Media

Colin Exelby, Celestial Wealth Management

Tom Gronert, UM St. Joseph Medical Center

Sandy Gurchik, Cummings & Co.

Ed Hale, Hale Transport

Nancy Hofmann, LiveTowson.com

Todd Hu�, Brooks-Hu� Tire & Auto Centers

Daraius Irani, Towson University

2019-2020 TOWSON CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sarah RyanPast President

SECU

Mary Fran StromyerTreasurer

Kenneally & Co., P.A.

Mark Shulman, DDS

President

BOARD MEMBERS

OFFICERS

Brandon SimpsonVice President

Palisades of Towson

C.R. HogendorpSecretary

American National Insurance

Nancy Ha�ordExecutive Director

Towson Chamber Sta�:

Gregg Landry, BlueRock Productions

Lynne Lochte, Goucher College

Kevin Murphy, Conceirge Mortgage

Debbie Phelps, Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools

Kaitlin Radebaugh, Radebaugh Florist & Greenhouses

Paul Schwab, Azrael, Franz, Schwab, Lipowitz, Solter, LLC

Joe Shagena, Destiny Mortgage Group

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2019-2020 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONBusiness Name:

Contact Person:

Address:

Phone: Fax:

Email:

Website:

Number of Employees:

Type of Business as listed in the Yellow Pages:

How did you hear about us?

Please check the appropriate values:

1-20 employees: $300

21-30 employees: $400

31-45 employees: $450

46-75 employees: $500

76-100 employees: $525

Over 100 employees: $1,000

Plus $30 one-time application fee

= Total Investment $

Return this application with your dues investment made payable to: Towson Chamber of Commerce44 W. Chesapeake AvenueTowson, MD 21204To pay by credit card, please call the chamber o�ce: 410-825-1144

Add sponsorship opportunities for 2019-2020

Winterfest & Baltimore County Tree Lighting

Towson Beautification Program

Towson 4th of July Parade

Taste of Towson

Chamber Golf Tournament

Towsontown Spring Festival

For more information on sponsorship packages, contact the

chamber o¡ce: 410-825-1144

Please Be Advised:Internal Revenue Bureau Cumulative Bulletin, No 2, page 105 reads: Membership fees or dues by individuals to a Chamber of Commerce are deductible from gross income as a business expense provided the memberships is employeed as a means of

advancing the business interests of the individual corporation.

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Towson Chamber of Commerce44 W. Chesapeake Avenue

Towson, MD 21204

info@towsonchamber.comPhone: 410-825-1144

Fax: 410-832-5863