Venango Area Chamber of Commerce

10/28/2026

Please join us in wishing our Be Here Program Manager, Ashley Zaccari a happy birthday! 🎂🎈

Ashley is a great source of positivity at the Chamber and an amazing advocate for the Venango Area. Whether it's her work through managing various Chamber programs or her many community efforts, Ashley truly puts her heart into everything she does and we are so grateful to have her on our team.

We hope you have the best day! 🌞🌷❤

10/26/2026

Venango Chamber Staff will be travelling to Camp Hill today for the annual PACP Conference!

Our office will will be closed from Monday the 26th through Wednesday the 28th. We will be back in the office on Thursday, October 29th.

If you need to reach us, please call or send an email, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

10/21/2026

Chamber staff spent Monday and Tuesday at The Drake Forum: Energy, Economy & Environment, connecting with leaders and professionals from across Northwest Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., and around the world!

It was two days of meaningful conversations, new perspectives, and opportunities to build relationships that extend far beyond our region. Events like this remind us of the important role Northwest Pennsylvania plays in conversations happening on a national and global scale.

A special thank you to Andrew Tabler and the entire Drake Forum team for bringing this event together and for their dedication to preserving our region's rich history while creating opportunities to shape its future.

We're grateful for the connections made and the opportunity to help ensure our region continues to have a seat at the table! 🌎

10/21/2026

There's still time to register for our Joint Mixer tomorrow! Join the Venango and Franklin Area Chambers of Commerce from 4:00-6:00 PM in downtown Franklin. 📆🍂

📧 Email [email protected] to register.

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! 🖤

Join us for a Double Chamber Mixer in Downtown Franklin! 🍂

Join the Venango Area and Franklin Area Chambers of Commerce on Thursday, October 22, from 4:00–6:00 PM for an evening of networking, local businesses, and community connections!

The Ruffing family invites you to visit All Seasons Temporaries, Inc. and get an up-close look at their recent building upgrades while enjoying drinks and light hors d’oeuvres from Bella Cucina. Then, after 5:00 PM, stroll down the block to Something Clever for something sweet and a chance to explore their thoughtfully curated collections for the whole family! 🛍️

✨ Connect with fellow community members, support local businesses, and enjoy all that downtown Franklin has to offer!

📩 Ready to join us? Email [email protected] to register!

We look forward to seeing you there! 🧡

10/16/2026

Today is a bittersweet day at the Chamber as we say goodbye to Tessa and wish her all the best in her next chapter! 💙

For the past eight years, Tessa has been an important part of our Chamber team, helping keep things running behind the scenes, supporting countless events and programs, and building relationships with our members and community. We're grateful for the time, dedication, and care she's given to the Chamber over the years.

Please join us in thanking Tessa for her service and wishing her much happiness and success in all that lies ahead!

As we navigate this transition, our team remains committed to providing the same great service and support to our members and community.

For any Chamber-related questions or correspondence previously directed to Tessa, please email [email protected] so our team can assist you.

10/15/2026

What a wonderful day with the Leadership Venango Class of 2027! 🎉

On Wednesday, we spent the day exploring Emlenton, learning about the people and organizations making a difference in our communities, and discovering all that this special town has to offer!

☀️ We kicked off the day at the Crawford Center before visiting Primary Health Network’s Emlenton location.

☕ We grabbed a drink at Emlenton Coffee Haus and heard from Deb Sobina of the Oil Region Alliance about the ORA’s projects in Emlenton and their management of the Crawford Center.

🥪 We enjoyed lunch at Little It Deli before hearing from our very own Ashley Zaccari of the Venango Area Chamber about the Be Here and FLEX programs.

🌳 We wrapped up the day with Warren Thomas at Bay Tree Farm!

A big thank you to everyone who welcomed our class, shared their knowledge, and helped make the day such a great experience. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect our leaders with the people, places, and organizations that make Venango County such a great place to live and work!

Want to learn more about Leadership Venango? Visit leadershipvenango.org to learn more about the program! And keep an eye out for the November edition of our VenangoWorks! newsletter where you’ll get to read the bios for this year’s participants! ☺️

10/14/2026

🌱 FLEX is bringing people together to talk LOCAL BUSINESS, and you're invited!

The Venango Area Chamber's young professionals group, FLEX, is hosting another Speaker Series event, bringing together local entrepreneurs, business owners, and community members to share ideas, experiences, and opportunities to support our local economy!

This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Whether you're dreaming of starting a business, already running one, or simply want to see our local business community thrive, there's something for you!

🎤 Hear real stories and practical advice from local entrepreneurs and business experts
💬 Join the conversation with a panel discussion and Q&A
🤝 Make connections during a casual mixer with refreshments
🏎️ Get a special tour of The Sim Room!

📅 TODAY! Wednesday, October 14 | 6–8 PM
📍 Wildcat Mansion Carriage House | 4849 US 322, Franklin

One of the best things about FLEX is the opportunity to bring people together, build relationships, and encourage the next generation of community and business leaders.

Come learn something new, meet some great people, and be part of the conversation about growing and supporting local businesses in Venango County. 🌱

We hope to see you there!

🌱 SPEAKER SERIES: How to Start, Grow, & Support Local Business

Join us for the next event in our Speaker Series, START LOCAL, an evening of real stories, practical advice, and local connections centered around entrepreneurship in Venango County.

We’re bringing together local business owners and small business experts to talk about what it actually takes to start and grow something here, from taking that first scary step to finding resources, building customers, overcoming challenges, and creating a business that lasts.

🎤 Meet the Panel:
• Dave Grams | Grams Gear
• Nick Hess | The Printer's Cabinet & Curiosities
• Cheyenne Latshaw | PerkUp
• Amy Keth | Small Business Development Center

Expect a relaxed panel discussion, audience Q&A, and plenty of time to connect with other young professionals, entrepreneurs, and community members. You will also be able to check out the Wildcat Manion's Carriage House along with a tour of The Sim Room owned by local young professionals, Devin Zagar and Eli Busch!

📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Wildcat Mansion | 4849 US 322, Franklin, PA

Whether you’re dreaming, starting, growing, or supporting, there’s something here for you. You don’t need a business plan, an LLC, or even a fully formed idea. Come curious. 💡

6-6:30 - Mixer/Refreshments
6:30-7:30 - Panel Conversation
7:30-8 - Tour

10/13/2026

Join us for a Double Chamber Mixer in Downtown Franklin! 🍂

Join the Venango Area and Franklin Area Chambers of Commerce on Thursday, October 22, from 4:00–6:00 PM for an evening of networking, local businesses, and community connections!

The Ruffing family invites you to visit All Seasons Temporaries, Inc. and get an up-close look at their recent building upgrades while enjoying drinks and light hors d’oeuvres from Bella Cucina. Then, after 5:00 PM, stroll down the block to Something Clever for something sweet and a chance to explore their thoughtfully curated collections for the whole family! 🛍️

✨ Connect with fellow community members, support local businesses, and enjoy all that downtown Franklin has to offer!

📩 Ready to join us? Email [email protected] to register!

We look forward to seeing you there! 🧡

10/13/2026

Last week, we celebrated the grand opening of the Oil Region Astronomical Society’s (ORAS) new outdoor classroom with a ribbon cutting! 🎉 This exciting addition was made possible through funding from the McElhattan Foundation.

ORAS is truly a gem in our region, providing opportunities for our community to explore the wonders of the night sky, learn about astronomy, and connect with the universe around us. They regularly host public nights, making it easy for anyone to stop by, look through a telescope, and experience something out of this world! ✨

ORAS was also featured on the cover of our latest VenangoWorks newsletter! Check out the story here: https://venangochamber.org/venangoworks-october-2026/

Congratulations to ORAS on this exciting new space! Be sure to follow them on Facebook or visit their website to learn more about upcoming public nights and opportunities to explore the stars.

10/12/2026

🎃🍫 Trick or Treat is getting closer! Here are some of the Venango Area's Trick or Treat times. 🕑

If we missed your town comment below. Please feel free to share and spread the word. 👻🦇

We wish everyone a happy and safe Halloween! 🧡🖤