Onondaga East Chamber

09/10/2026

The doors are open at our newest Canandaigua National Bank location - https://mailchi.mp/222b321aa6da/the-mid-month-update-5815644

09/09/2026

A celebration of Italian Culture and Wine with A.W. Wander

SYR: A CELEBRATION OF ITALIAN CULTURE AND WINE at A. W. Wander on Sun, Sep 20 2026, 1:00pm EDT: Join us on Sunday, September 20th from 1 to 3pm for an...

09/09/2026

Join McClurg Remodeling's Community Brainstorm on September 23rd from 6pm-8pm

We would love to see as many multi-chamber members there as possible. Let's all get together and brainstorm!

09/08/2026

Join us TOMORROW for Java Talk at Solvay Bank - https://mailchi.mp/45378494b8ab/the-mid-month-update-5815624

09/08/2026

Welcome new member True Perspective Mental Health Counseling PLLC

"We provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health support that empowers individuals, couples, and families to overcome challenges, foster emotional healing, and build fulfilling, resilient lives.Through personalized therapy and collaborative care, we aim to help clients develop self-awareness, healthy coping skills, and meaningful connections that promote lasting well-being and personal growth."

09/07/2026

09/03/2026

🥕Supporting Our Local Roots: Why the Weekly Farmers Market Matters (Fayetteville Farmers Market CNY and Minoa Farmers Market)🥕

Over the past few weeks, I made a personal commitment that has completely transformed my family’s dinner table—I started stepping out from behind my desk every week to attend our local farmers market as a regular shopper.

While I always knew our market was a staple of community life, experiencing it firsthand as a neighbor and consumer was an eye-opener. During one of my first walks through the stalls, I struck up a conversation with one of our local livestock farmers from Hillside Farms. What started as buying a dozen pasture-raised, farm-fresh eggs turned into learning about their direct-to-consumer farm programs. I discovered that beyond weekly produce, I could order bulk pasture-raised chicken to stock up for the winter, as well as purchase a quarter, half, or whole cow directly from the farm. My family was so excited about the quality and savings that we all chipped in together to split a quarter cow!

🥩Beyond the butcher stalls, I filled my bags with crisp, safely and thoughtfully grown fruits and vegetables, artisanal warm breads, honey, and hand-crafted goods (Stone Brothers, Mountain Grown Farm, etc). And for anyone who thinks farmers markets are cash-only relics: virtually every single vendor made checking out seamless by accepting credit cards, Venmo, or mobile payments right at their booths.

Buying local is far more than a weekend leisure activity—it is a vital economic driver for our entire region.

🥕Direct Support for Farm Families: When you buy directly from a farmer, nearly 100% of your dollar goes straight to the person who grew or raised your food, bypassing middleman markups and corporate distribution chains.
🥕Economic Multiplier Effect: Dollars spent with local growers stay right here in our town. Farmers reinvest their earnings into local supply stores, equipment repairs, feed mills, and municipal services, keeping our local tax base strong.
🥕Community Resilience & Food Security: Strong local farms shorten our supply chain, ensuring that our community has access to fresh, nutrient-dense food regardless of national distribution disruptions.

Our farmers work tirelessly through every season to feed our families and sustain our open spaces. By showing up each week, choosing locally grown products, and spreading the word, we ensure that these vital small businesses continue to thrive.

I urge everyone to make the weekly market a routine habit. Say hello to the people who grow your food, try something new, and invest right back into the heart of our community!

(photo credit to Fayetteville Farmers Market, Hillside Farms, and Mountain Grown Farms)

09/03/2026

Join Meals on Wheels of Eastern Onondaga County, Inc. in their Pasta Dinner Fundraiser

09/02/2026

Which local business or organization has gone above and beyond for our community this year? 🌟

We want the community to help nominate our November Business of the Month!

We want to highlight a directory member who continuously gives back, supports local initiatives, and makes Eastern Onondaga County a better place to live and work.

Requirements for nomination:

* Must be an active member listed in our Member Directory (https://www.onondagaeast.com/member-directory)
* Has not already been honored as Business of the Month earlier this year
* Demonstrates exceptional commitment to supporting our local community

Drop your nomination in the comments below or send us a message! Tell us who you are nominating and why they deserve to be recognized (Nominations due September 20th).

Let's lift up the local businesses that do so much for all of us! 👇

09/01/2026

Pre-orders must be in by September 25th!

Miles & Macros is built on a simple belief: we are only as strong as the community around us. We are big on local, big on community, and absolutely BIG on making a change.

Now, we’re taking things to the next level—and we want YOU to run with us! 👟🔥

📢 Introducing Our Community Pre-Orders!

We aren't just putting our sponsors on our race team gear anymore. We want our entire community to be a walking, running billboard for the amazing local small businesses that make our neighborhood great.
For the first time ever, we are opening up PRE-ORDERS FOR YOU!* 🛍️🎉

🙌 How You Can Get Involved:

Represent Your Roots: Secure your official Miles & Macros gear during our pre-order window and proudly show off your local pride.

https://www.milesandmacros.net/merchandise

Shout-out to our 2026 sponsors
Salt City Holistic Health Syracuse Podiatry Sugar Blossom Cake Shop SkyTop Coffee Company Just Breathe Syracuse LynnMonster Beauty Goldfinch Tattoo Company Garage Gym Oneida