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I’ve been thinking a lot lately (marveling, really) about how certain activities and community events just have that “homey” feeling. Like, being there and doing that thing just makes you feel like you’re right where you need to be, doing what you need to be doing, right in that exact moment. Like, there’s just no better place in the world than that moment. I’ve probably been thinking a lot...

Last week’s Loop News​ was an exploration into why the average person should care about their local chamber of commerce.* This week, now that you know the “why,” we’re all about the “how”! As in, “How can I support my local chamber in its efforts to support both local businesses and the community?” Well, my friends, that might just be easier than you think. The first thing you should know is...

Recently, I had a very pleasant and interesting conversation about chambers of commerce and what they do (yes, there are, in fact, very interesting conversations on that topic!). Through the course of the conversation, the question was posed as to why the average person in the average community should care about their local chamber of commerce. Now, I can’t speak to the average, but I can...

When people ask me what I enjoy most about my job, I always tell them that it’s the people. The people and their stories. And not just the people who live next door, but the people who open your favorite shop down the road, fix the thing you’ve been putting off, make your morning coffee, help your business grow, volunteer their time, support local in all the many ways, and just generally make a...

We knew it was coming. It happens every year, in fact. One minute, summer begins. And then you blink, and BOOM! It’s August. Practically mid-August, even! Seriously, how does that happen? Those long days of summer are getting shorter all the time, and the first day of school is right around the corner. I’ve even started seeing signs of stores getting ready for Halloween. So, hey, let’s hang on...

The tents are all down and the signs packed away. The tables are long gone in their trailers. You'd never know that just a few days ago, the park was filled with music and laughter. Friends and neighbors catching up while kids bounced and climbed and ran, egging each other on to enter the hula hoop contest. Community events arrive after months of planning, fill a weekend with memories, and then...

Heritage Days Weekend is just days away! So, The Loop is here with a few insider tips to help you make the most of the weekend. Register for the things. Planning to enter this year's Bake Off? Don’t forget to tell the organizers! Register now so they can be ready for you, then give yourself plenty of masterpiece-baking time. And if you’re already searching for the perfect white shirt to wear for...

Heritage Days is less than two weeks away! Whether you're planning to enjoy it for a few hours or the entire weekend, there's definitely something for everyone. And the Loop is here with a quick guide to help you find the right “something” for you! Friday | Let the Fun Begin Kick off Heritage Days with Game Night at Brighten Brewing Company on Friday evening. They’ve shaken it up this year with...

You may not know this, but every July there’s a small group of people who are in a scramble to tie up loose ends, sign contracts, buy prizes, pack supplies, confirm details… because for months, that small-but-dedicated group of volunteers has been working behind the scenes to bring ​Copley Heritage Days​ to life. And this last month is a doozy! But the heart of Heritage Days isn’t just in the...

Some years, selecting the recipient of the Paul Janos Community Impact Award is straightforward. This was definitely not one of those years! The Copley Chamber received three outstanding nominations this year — each embodying the spirit of this award in a unique and meaningful way. With such an incredible group of nominees, we knew the choice wouldn't be easy, so we called in a little help!...