Maguire's Family and Friends Ribbon Cutting with the Newnan-Coweta Chamber

Maguire’s Family & Friends, a traditional Irish pub and restaurant located at 42 Main St. in historic Downtown Senoia, recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce. Maguire's, which has been in Senoia for one year, has been a welcome addition to the community.





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Chamber Issues Position Statement Supporting Passage of Seven-Day Alcohol Sales Special Referendum

The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce issued
a position statement stating that the Chamber SUPPORTS the passage of the
seven-day alcohol sales as proposed in the November 2008 Special Referendum
election.

The statement explains that the Chamber bases its support for the seven-day
alcohol sales, on the Chamber's core mission - to promote an environment in
which Chamber members and the community can realize economic prosperity.

According to the Position Statement, "there are broad economic benefits that
come with offering by-the-drink options to local diners, as evidenced by
countless other cities around Atlanta and throughout the country. If
seven-day sales are allowed:

* Newnan will be a more attractive location for many well-known,
fine-dining restaurants. Currently, several well-known restaurants have
chosen other locations instead of Newnan based on the alcohol ban.
* More of our existing restaurants will be open on Sundays. Many
restaurants depend on moderate alcohol sales to help them ensure
profitability on a day-to-day basis. Alcohol sales also provide for more
consistent patronage on Sundays, allowing restaurant owners to better plan
for attendant expenses and revenues.
* Tourism will increase. Currently, weekend tourists who are looking
for places to visit on Sundays must choose other places in our area if they
wish to enjoy an alcoholic beverage with their meal. Alcohol sales mean that
tourists will spend more time (and money) in Newnan.
* Restaurant patrons will likely contribute more to Newnan's retail
economy. For tourists or for locals, going out for a Sunday meal often
includes visits to retailers as well. Shopping and dining go hand in hand,
and overall consumer spending increases.
* City tax revenues will increase. As sales at restaurants and
retailers increase, so do city business tax revenues. That means more City
services can be delivered without adding to the tax burden on individuals. "

The Position Statement also points out that, because the Special Referendum
does not include package sales, it is "a measured way to support the
positive economic impact of seven-day sales without encouraging negative
impacts on our community."

For more information or for a copy of the Chamber's Position Statement,
contact the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce at 770-253-2270 or email
info@newnancowetachamber.org.

About the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

With more than 700 members throughout Coweta County, the Newnan-Coweta
Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to
increasing economic prosperity for all Coweta's citizens. As the county's
largest business organization, the Chamber works to provide business
leadership to foster an economic and cultural climate favorable to all
business, in order to create a higher quality of life for all residents.

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Walk to Help Fight Alzheimer's Disease on October 4th in Peachtree City

Consider yourself blessed if you can read this article. If you were a victim of Alzheimer’s Disease, you probably couldn’t. If you were a caregiver for an Alzheimer’s patient, you probably wouldn’t have time. Nearly 200,000 Georgians suffer with this dreaded disease. And nearly 350,000 others are affected by it through their roles as family caregivers.

The purpose of the Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter, is to lighten the burden of care giving through personalized support, education and training, as well as contributions to research for the prevention, cure and treatment of the disease.

Saturday, October 4th is your opportunity to aid in fighting this disease by participating in the Southern Crescent Memory Walk in Peachtree City. Participants come from six adjacent counties: Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Henry, South Fulton and Spalding. Last year nearly $220,000 was raised to combat this disabling disease. Since the Walk’s beginnings in 2000, nearly $1,300,000 has been raised! The Co-Chairs for the Walk are Iola Snow and Fred Brown.

Registration for the 5K (3.2 miles) walk along the city’s cart paths is from 8:00 – 9:30 AM in the parking lot of the Frederick Brown, Jr. Amphitheater. Come as a member of a team, family group, neighbors, friends, or by yourself….just come and make a donation. Over 1000 people participate. Dogs are welcomed, too. A free continental breakfast is available upon your arrival. Face painting and balloons sculptures will be provided by the Clowns of New Hope Baptist Church. Music is provided by the Peachtree Jazz Edition.

A balloon release with a personalized tag attached is scheduled just before the walkers depart. But first, you must “warm up” with the assistance of World Gym trainers. Runners depart at 9:15 AM while walkers leave at 9:30 AM. Watering stations are located along the walking route. Golf carts are stationed at various locations to transport you back to the parking lot if the need arises.

Upon your return, enjoy a free hot dog or hamburger lunch courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City. Visit several of the sponsor tables to see what they have to offer. And don’t forget to stick around for some spectacular prize drawings. Make it a family function by joining in on the fun and please make a meaningful donation to help those in need.

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Barber Joins Chamber as Membership Director

Lesley Barber has joined the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce as Membership Director, a newly created position. In this role, Barber will be responsible for meeting with businesses throughout Coweta County, promoting the Chamber's services, and enrolling new Chamber
members. She will also help determine the business community's expectations of and desires for the Chamber and use that information to support ongoing updates and changes in the Chamber's programs and services to deliver maximum value for its members.

Barber was most recently a Real Estate Consultant with Parks and Mottola, Inc., in Newnan. An Illinois native, Barber moved to the Atlanta area in 1999. She has extensive experience in marketing and business development.

"We are delighted to have Lesley join our team," said Candace LaForge, Chamber president. "Her experience and her go-getter spirit will be a great addition to our committed staff, and we anticipate that she will make great strides in spreading the benefits of the Chamber to more businesses throughout Coweta County."

"This position really is a perfect fit for my skills and interests," said Barber. "I'm passionate about the role of the Chamber in our community and the instrumental role it plays in increasing economic prosperity."

In addition to her work, Barber also volunteers as a fundraiser and Host Committee chairman for the Atlanta-based Kool Kidz Foundation, which helps to create camps for special-needs children. She and her husband, Shawn, have a three-year-old son, John Austin, and live in Newnan.

To learn more go to the Chamber's website: www.newnancowetachamber.org, contact the Chamber at 770-253-2270, email at info@newnancowetachamber.org.

About the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

With more than 650 members throughout Coweta County, the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing economic prosperity for all Coweta's citizens. As the county's largest business organization, the Chamber works to provide business leadership to foster an economic and cultural climate favorable to all business, in order to create a higher quality of life for all residents.

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Chamber Offers Customer Service Workshop August 21

The Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce is hosting a morning-long workshop on improving customer service, August 21, from 8:00 am until noon at the Chamber office. The workshop will focus on customer service as a key element of consumer decision making and how
companies can use customer service as a strategy for gaining a competitive advantage. The workshop is part of the Chamber's Genius Series, which attracts nationally known speakers and offers trainings in key areas vital to the success of businesses in Coweta County.

The Customer Service Workshop features Mike McGraw, a Newnan-based entrepreneur and founder of Tneve, Inc., an international event-planning company. Mike is an award-winning consultant and author who uses his creativity to introduce and discuss four levels of customer service: simple service, practical service, professional service and exceptional service. He also will discus the benefits of providing a customer service "wow!" factor in today's competitive market.

"This customer service workshop couldn't have come at a better time," said Candace LaForge, president of the Chamber. "For the past several months, we've been conducting a series of industry roundtable discussions, and customer service has been named by every group as essential to their overall success. Mike certainly has the know-how and the experience to help anyone take service to the next level."

The fee for the Customer Service Workshop is $49 per person for Chamber members and $69 for non-members. To sign up or to learn more about the Genius Series, contact the Chamber at 770-253-2270 or email info@newnancowetachamber.org. The next Genius Series workshop is "Cash: Where Did It Go?"