Toys For Tots Winter 2010
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BLOOMSBURG – The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during November and December each year and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community toys were dropped off to the showroom and the donated toys were picked as scheduled and have been distributed to area children in time for Christmas. |
Bloomsburg Lions Club wind parade of lights
Patrick Hill and John Weyrauch are active members in the Bloomsburg Lions Club. The first ever Bloomsburg “WHLM Parade of Lights” brought Christmas to Downtown Bloomsburg on Black Friday. A couple dozen businesses and community organizations entered their floats and lit up Town Park, Market, 5th, East, and Main Streets while ushering Santa Claus to his cottage in Downtown Bloomsburg for the season.
The Grand Prize winner of the parade contest was the Bloomsburg Area Lions Club who featured a float of lights and live Christmas music with the local rock band "Mystery Fyre." In the photograph notice the large stage lit up with thousands of lights. For their efforts, the Lions Club of Bloomsburg earned a $1,000 prize, in which 100% will be used to help support and sponsor various youth programs as well as sight, environmental, and health initiatives in and around our community. The Lions are making a difference everyday, everywhere. We are proud to be active in their ongoing efforts.
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Our local Red Cross Chapter works hard to provide their services to our community, as well as the Armed Forces Program.
Chevy and The Boy Scouts of America are now 100-years-old!
As you know, scouting builds more than just campfires. Scouting builds character, values, community, & families. Did you realize that in a recent study, 83% of men who were Scouts agreed that the values they learned in Scouting continue to be very important to them still today?
Thank you for participating in our “Test Drive to Win Promotion” that was part of our weekend Pre-owned Vehicle Pre-auction Short-Sale.
Guests come together for drawing | Bryan helps youngster pick winning ticket | Eleanor and Ray celebrate her big win
2010 Muscular Dystrophy Association LOCK-UP
As one of Columbia and Montour Counties “Most Wanted” business and community service advocates, Patrick Hill (Leader of Business Development) participated with over 50 volunteers that were “Locked Up” to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Luckily, they were all let out for “good behavior!”
The dealership was awarded with a “Thank You For Your Support” framed piece of artwork, created 100% by a child who was sent to camp last year through our collective efforts. It now hangs proudly in our guest lounge. We are proud to make a difference for Jerry’s Kids.
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Thank you for participating in our first annual STATE POLICE INFANT & CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSPECTION STATION. |
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Notes from our friends of the National Highway Safety Team:
Approximately 40 percent of children under the age of eight injured in crashes are completely unbelted. It is estimated that about 80% of car seats are misused, either because a child is in the wrong seat, the seat is installed wrong, orthe child is not placed in the seat correctly.
Are you using your car seat correctly? |
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The Northeastern Pennsylvania American Red Cross and Independence Chevrolet-Cadillac worked together to collectively help replenish our community blood supply by hosting a special blood drive in September. Enough blood was collected to save approximately 30 people's lives. Employees, customers and other community members participated. In 2011, the dealership will sponsor two events and we are looking forward to even more success in the future. We would like to thank the area Red Cross volunteers as well as participants who made a donation
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Pictured are as follows: Jeanie, Katrina, Adam, Bernie, Mindi (volunteers), and Patricia (participant)
| Chevrolet has expanded the support of youth sports through a grassroots, community outreach program called Chevy Youth Soccer. The program brings together America's favorite brand, with the fastest growing sport. Independence Chevrolet-Cadillac here in Bloomsburg is thrilled be the first dealership in our area to kick off the program, Chevy Youth Soccer. Chevrolet is most notably recognized on the national level as the "Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball." Chevrolet has expanded the support of Major League Baseball down to youth baseball players through the wildly successful Chevy Youth Baseball Program. |  |
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On Saturday, the Bloomsburg area AYSO received 20 brand new soccer balls for their players, ranging in age from five-year-olds to teen-agers. A monetary donation of $500 was given to the AYSO Board Members to help their league with operating costs. And, they are in the process of pre-planning a potential fundraiser, as an opportunity for the league to raise additional funds for their use in field maintenance, etc. Bloomsburg AYSO is eligible to receive 2,000 fundraiser entry tickets to distribute, and the league keeps 100% of proceeds raised. At the end of the fundraiser, a Grand Prize winner among the various leagues in the Northeastern region will be able to select a Brand New Chevrolet! We are looking forward to a great season with Bloomsburg AYSO that will be filled with exciting games and an enhanced experience for teams through the equipment and cash donations,” Patrick Hill, Leader of Business Development said. “Chevrolet Youth Soccer is just one example of how committed our dealership is to supporting the youth and families in our community. We are truly humbled by the customers that place their trust in us every day. We are committed to be deserving of that trust by never forgetting that we are only here because of you. |
Patrick Hill, Independence Chevrolet-Cadillac Leader of Business Development; Tammy Dangelo, AYSO Coach/Registrar; Nicole Flaugh AYSO Regional Commissioner; Heather Garman, AYSO Uniform Manager; and, players from Bloomsburg Region 504
On Friday, July 16 and Saturday July 17 Independence Chevrolet-Cadillac held its 4th Annual CRUISE-IN and CAR SHOW. There was food, fun, and a lot of sun, and many people registered their vehicles to show off their rides. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies in multiple classes were presented to the participants, including Muscle Cars, Classics, & Imports. Looking forward to the 5th Annual event in 2011 already!
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Since the beginning of the year Operating Partner John Weyrauch and Manager of Business Development Patrick Hill have been supporters and members of the Bloomsburg Lions Club. A formal induction ceremony for the year's newest members was held recently (see newspaper photo below). 100% of the money raised by Lions Club members is used for community educational and wellness programs for children and adults alike. Lions fundraiser events assist organizations and individuals with financial assistance in Bloomsburg and surrounding communities. A core belief is shared between all members-- community is what we make it.
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Independence Chevrolet/Cadillac was proud to be a part of the Bloomsburg Little League Baseball and Softball Opening Day Ceremonies. In the spirit of community collaboration and teamwork taught through youth sports, Independence Chevrolet/Cadillac here in Bloomsburg is supporting Bloomsburg Little League through the Chevy Youth Baseball program. The various photos included below are from that day, in which hundreds of children and their families celebrated the beginning of another season."
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| Independence Chevrolet/Cadillac thanks the area parents and guardians for your active participation in the Bloomsburg Little League. In the spirit of community collaboration and teamwork taught through youth sports, Independence Chevrolet/Cadillac here in Bloomsburg is supporting Bloomsburg Little League through the Chevy Youth Baseball program. This sponsorship has included both monetary and/or equipment donations in seasons past. Now in its fourth year, Chevy Youth Baseball is a grassroots initiative that establishes a positive relationship between our Chevrolet/Cadillac dealership and our community. In 2010, the dealership is hosting a fund-raising raffle FOR A 2010 EQUINOX, and has donated Equipment bags, Catcher’s Gear, Batting Helmets, Score-books, and, First Aid Kits. This is just one more example of how committed we are to supporting the youth and families in the community. |
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Independence Chevrolet Manager of Business Development, Patrick Hill, was a guest at the Bloomsburg Middle School, to participate in Career Day for grades four through six. The event was exceptionally coordinated by Anne Poler with Learning For Life. Learning For Life offers educational programs designed to meet the needs of youth and schools. They help youth meet the challenge of growing up by teaching character and good decision-making skills, and then linking those skills to the real world. Patrick held an interactive discussion with students about how communications plays a vital role in any field they choose. He also described how communications can take a person through several different career paths, and how it has led him to his position at the dealership. The students participated in a game show at the end to review understanding of the presentation. Students were encouraged to write a short summary of what they learned and how they can apply the information to their studies and considerations for potential career choices. The winning student essay submitted wins a pizza party for his/her class.
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Independence Chevrolet has been bringing in guests for an exciting and entertaining Cruise Night and Car Show for the past three years and it gets bigger every year! It's where great vehicles, people, food (vendors) and live music come together here in Bloomsburg at 420 Central Ave. Car show judging and a full awards ceremony takes place in three classes: Muscle Cars, Classics, and Imports. Stay tuned for more information on our 2010 event!
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