2015 Christmas in July Mixer

President Calvin Coolidge said it: “Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.”

Christmas is definitely a state a mind, and a feeling deep in your heart!

Summer is a great time to celebrate the season and cool off with thoughts of snowy white winter days. So, dig through the closet for your best Hawaiian outfit – shirts, skirt and flips flops -  and join the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corps., chamber members and business leaders for the inaugural Christmas in July Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. New Member Orientation & CCEDC Web Site Member Information Center Seminar from 4-5 p.m. (Learn how to use the MIC and how it can help promote your business. Attendees of web portion receive special discount coupon for an upgraded Member Profile.) So, JOIN US on Thursday, July 30, at the Carbon Chamber office at 137 South Street in Lehighton.

Networking will be at its best for this Hawaiian themed holiday party. Join us and enjoy appetizers, cookies, beverages, Christmas lights, a tree and more. Don’t miss the coolest mixer of the summer. A special guest may drop by!

While you’re in downtown Lehighton, it’s never too early to do a little holiday shopping. Find everything on your list, from jewelry, clothes, art, antiques, furniture and tools, to salon and restaurant gift certificates. Now is the time beat the rush and book your holiday parties or catering with the local restaurants and caterers too.

Bring a non-perishable food donation for distribution at our local food pantries - Shepherd House Pantries are located in Beaver Meadows, Tresckow, Weatherly, Nesquehoning, Lansford, Summit Hill, Lehighton, Palmerton and Jim Thorpe. For other information  call (610) 377-6048 or mail to Shepherd House Inc., 1067 Main Road, Lehighton, Pa. 18235. Nonperishable foods, soaps (laundry, bath, dish and shampoo), paper products and of course money are always accepted and welcomed.