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Light Up Downtown is Going Virtual Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and in accordance with the guidelines mandated by Governor DeWine, this year’s Light Up Downtown, the annual holiday celebration in downtown Canton, will be broadcast virtually via Facebook Live on December 3 at 7:00 pm. This will be the 30th anniversary of the holiday kick-off event, and the virtual experience will keep the tradition alive of showcasing downtown at the holidays. Program highlights include: •
A brief welcome from Denny Saunier, president & CEO of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Mayor Bernabei, City of Canton
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A holiday message from Elec Simon, renowned musician and motivational speaker
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Highlights and memories from the 2019 Light Up Downtown stage show and celebration
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A countdown by Mayor Bernabei to the lighting of downtown Canton’s Christmas tree, as well as the beautiful festival lights throughout downtown
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A kickoff to the 12 Days of Christmas social media promotion featuring participating downtown businesses (continued on page 5)
CONTENTS
Utica Downstream | SCORE | Spread The Warmth | Education Update | Hall of Fame City Ice Rink | CEO Meet & Eat Spotlight Applications Due | Young Professional Profile | MEWA | SCSC December Webinar | Membership Renewals | New Members | BizBitz
OUR MISSION: To lead the region in business and community development through collaboration and innovation.
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