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Dr. Frank A. Torrelli is incorporating a successful weight loss program into his chiropractic office. He challenges you to get FAT – Fit and Trim. Dr. Torrelli is holding workshops that introduce this unique and informative program. Call 937-9474 now for more information. Don’t miss out on the opportunity of achieving a healthier and fit lifestyle.

Congratulations to the Alden Advertiser for receiving a first place excellence award in the New York Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest with its November 10, 2011 center spread congratulating the Alden Bulldogs Football Team’s Section VI Championship.

Networking Mixer with Lancaster Area Chamber a Fun Event

Interior of Lancaster Country Club

The first Joint Networking Mixer of the Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce and Alden Chamber of Commerce and was held on the evening of March 8, 2012 at the Lancaster Country Club. Over 150 people attended and it was a great success. The Club provided a wide variety of beverages and appetizers for all in a relaxed and attractive setting to mingle and exchange business cards.

Lancaster Chamber Executive Director Megan Burns-Moran and Alden Chamber President Christopher Gust each welcomed the attendees and spoke about member benefits and activities of their respective chambers. Club General Manager Mark Maier also spoke and described the club’s grounds and facilities and membership opportunities.

Guests, Alden Chamber Directors, and President Gust enjoying the Mixer

Thanks go out to Lancaster Country Club for hosting and to sponsors Payroll Processing LLC and Alden State Bank.

Tim Hortons Celebrates Grand Opening

Alden Chamber of Commerce President Christopher Gust participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony as the new Alden Tim Hortons location celebrated its Grand Opening on January 20.

Also participating were Village of Alden Deputy Mayor and Trustee Mike Manicki, Alden Economic Development Committee Director Fred Heinle, store owner Bob Bavisotto, store manager Andrea Kopinski, as well as Tim Hortons corporate officials and radio station WYRK.

Tim Hortons, featuring a new store design unique to WNY that includes a fireplace, flat panel television and free WI-FI access, is located on Broadway next to Alden Pools & Play and will be open 24 hours daily.

2011 Chamber Ornaments Now Available

The seventh in a series of beautiful commemorative ornaments of an Alden landmark is now available. This year’s ornament commemorates the Erie County Home. The ornament is etched into a lovely beveled piece of glass.

Brought to you by the Alden Chamber of Commerce, this ornament, designed by Bill Dabb of Laser Ace Engraving, is part of a limited edition series. Introduced in 2005 with the gazebo at Fireman’s Park, the ornaments have been very popular and sell out quickly. The series continued with the Ewell Free Library in 2006, the Alden Advertiser building in 2007, the Alden Historical Society building in 2008, the Whistle Stop Inn in 2009 and St Aidan’s Episcopal Church, the original Black Water Bath House in 2010.

Ornaments cost just $5.00 and are available at the Chamber office, 13500 Broadway; Alden Advertiser, 13200 Broadway; Alden Pharmacy, 13203 Broadway, and Henry’s Candy & Gifts, 13237 Broadway during their regular business hours.

Past ornaments are available at the Alden Chamber of Commerce office, 13500 Broadway, for $7.00 bought individually or $6 each when bought in a complete set (2005 - 2011 $42.00).

Wine and Food Tasting 2011 Well Attended

Welcome Table Beautifully set wine and food tables

90 guests of the Alden Chamber of Commerce enjoyed an evening of great wines, food and conversation at the Chamber's first Wine & Food Tasting, held on November 19 at Darrow's Restaurant. Thanks to Pete & Cathy Darrow and their staff for hosting. The Chamber donated $200 of the proceeds to the Alden/Marilla Food Pantry.