About the Author
Stuart "Stu" Harrison writes a weekly column about business news (published on KawarthaNow.com on Fridays and in the Peterborough Examiner on Mondays) and hosts a business segment every Monday evening on CHEX-TV's Newswatch.
Stu has extensive marketing and advertising experience and was owner of Harrison Advertising for many years prior to joining the Chamber of Commerce in 2003. He is currently the General Manager of the Greater Peterborough Area Chamber of Commerce.
KawarthaNow is pleased to include Stu as a contributing columnist, and we appreciate his extensive knowledge of the local business community.
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The Business Beat
by Stuart Harrison
Welcome to The Business Beat.
New location for Bowes and Cocks Limited Brokerage
Bowes and Cocks Limited Brokerage in Bridgenorth has moved from 858 Ward Street to 2520 Chemong Road, beside Whelan's Carpet. Realtors Brad Sinclair, Peggy Leake, Keith Sinclair and Vince Gallant invite all to drop by to see the new office, which gives them room to expand. Don't forget to see the posted listings in the front window! For more information call (705) 292-0777 www.bowesandcocks.com
Grand Re-Opening Celebration
After 5 long months of renovation and improvements the Village Food and Beverage in Millbrook is celebrating their Grand Re-Opening. Owner Melanie, says the quaint eatery is a well know stop for celebrities, and was the central location in the recent Academy Award nominated film A History Of Violence with Viggo Mortensen. The full menu, including their new charbroiled steaks and burgers, is online at www.villagefoodandbeverage.com There's lots of local product on the menu. The Village Food and Beverage is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Call (705) 932-2997 for more information.
Libra Bookkeeping & Office Services
Libra Bookkeeping & Office Services is now open at 424 Parkhill Rd. E, near Television Road. Owner Darlene Graham has over 20 years of bookkeeping, tax preparation, and administrative experience, so she can also offer office overload as well. Call now 761-0158 for further information or to set up an appointment.
Yoga classes and Reiki treatments available
Tiffany Stone, is the owner of The Healing Stone Wellness Studio located in Ennismore, is a Yoga Instructor and Reiki Practitioner. She trained in both Toronto and Malaysia. Tiffany is accepting bookings for Yoga classes and Reiki treatments at 705-931-5689 or online at www.healingstonestudio.com
Energy Conservation Fair for Business
Don't miss the Energy Conservation Fair for Business this Thursday (March 20) at The Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Road in Peterborough. Presented by the Fostering Sustainable Business Practices Program from Peterborough Green-Up, there are lots of displays, guest speakers and information about energy conservation for business. For more information visit www.greenup.on.ca or call Charles Levkoe at 705-536-9943.
Bridges To Better Business
Over in Lindsay, the Kawartha Lakes Small Business Enterprise Centre is presenting Bridges To Better Business, this Wednesday (March 19) at the Lindsay Golf and Country Club. They have a full day with terrific workshops, particularly for retailers. There is more information online at www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca or by calling Diane Steven at 705-324-9411 ext. 283
Business Workshop Series Continues
The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre continues its workshop series this month. Topics include; Payroll Information (March 19), Understanding Your Financial Statements (March 25), Professional Cold Calling (March 27). For more information go to www.gpaedc.on.ca or call Ruth at 705-743-0777 ext 2123
The Political Power Hour
The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce presents The Political Power Hour on March 25. Guest speakers for the Chambers AGM include MPP Jeff Leal, City Mayor Paul Ayotte, County Warden Ron Gerow, and a representative from Dean Del Mastro's office. There is more information on the Chamber website www.peterboroughchamber.ca or call 705-748-9771 ext 0
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