The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, June 24, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, at the Delaware County Bar Association, 335 W. Front St. in Media.

Find and showcase volunteer opportunities in Delaware County.

Are you looking to get involved in your community? Join in and meet local nonprofits on how you can get involved as a volunteer, board member, or committee member.

Find the local nonprofit that speaks to your passion at this nonprofit fair. Volunteering is also a great way to expand your professional network.

All are welcome to meet and greet with area nonprofits. Learn one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities for individuals and organizations to participate in.

Register here.

Nonprofit members are invited to showcase their mission at this tabletop event.

Each nonprofit that registers will be given a display table and be included in the info packet.

Restaurant Roundtable

Connect with fellow restaurant owners on Wednesday, June 25, from 10 to 11 AM at Santinos Tap and Table, 701 W. Macdade Blvd. Milmont Park.

This free event, sponsored by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, will include candid conversations about the everyday challenges of running a food service business.

From staffing shortages and rising food costs to managing slow seasons, this is a chance to exchange insights and practical strategies.

Whether you’ve found a reliable supplier, streamlined your hiring process, or implemented a cost-saving measure, your experience could support others—and theirs could support you.

Cost of this event is $40.

Register here.

All About Propane & Energy Reliability

Hear the future of energy from industry leaders, labor representatives, and policy influencers on Thursday, June 26, 8:30 to 11 AM, at I.B.E.W., 3729 Chichester Ave., Boothwyn.

Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30. The program starts at 9 AM.

There will be special topics on propane, butane, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the East Coast, and we will explore how these resources relate to infrastructure and economic development in the Delaware County region.

Enjoy breakfast and network with key people in corresponding industries and businesses.

Speakers and key topics include:

Energy:

Tucker Perkins, President & CEO, Propane Education & Research Council

Discussion on propane’s role in the clean energy transition, education initiatives, and the importance of propane exports to both domestic resilience and global energy markets.

Luke Bernstein, President, Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce

Joe McGinn, Vice President of Public Affairs, Energy Transfer

Presentation on propane infrastructure and current exporting capabilities.

Bill desRosiers, Manager of External Affairs, Coterra Energy Inc

Focus on LNG export operations from Cove Point, MD. Discussion will center around logistics, terminal capacity, and market growth potential.

Labor:

Bill Adams, President & Asst. Business Manager, IBEW Local 654

Insight on labor opportunities tied to energy export expansion.

Jim Snell, Business Manager, Steamfitters Local 420

Overview of workforce readiness and pipeline infrastructure needs.

Jim Welty, President, Marcellus Shale Coalition

Exploration of East Coast energy export growth, leveraging regional natural gas resources.

Trish McFarland, President, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce

Closing remarks on what these developments mean for the local economy and regional competitiveness.

Regional Implications

• Economic Development: Expansion in propane, butane, and LNG domestically, and LNG exports position Delaware County and the surrounding region as a pivotal energy hub, potentially attracting new employers and spurring business growth.
• Job Creation: Significant opportunities for union labor, particularly electricians, steamfitters, and other skilled trades tied to the construction and maintenance of energy infrastructure.
• Energy Logistics: Increased export capacity can enhance the East Coast’s role in global energy markets, particularly through existing assets such as Marcus Hook and Cove Point.
• Environmental Considerations: Potential for increased regulatory scrutiny and community engagement on environmental impacts of expanded fossil fuel exports.
• Policy & Strategy: The event aligns with national objectives around energy independence and export growth, reinforcing the strategic role of Pennsylvania’s energy resources.

2025 Kickball Tournament

All are welcome to attend the young professional’s kickball tournament on Thursday, June 26, from 4 to 7 PM, at Folsom Athletic Field, 600 Deddron Ave. on Rt. 420  in Folsom.

Register here.

Don’t forget your sneakers so you can participate in this fun evening to go for the trophy.

Enjoy food, drink, the tournament, and other tailgate games while networking. Each team will play a minimum of 2 games.

Team sign-ups and individuals are welcome! Sign up for a team of 10 as a solo player (we’ll assign you to a team) or just as a networker.

The cost is $10 for an individual kickball player, $75 for a kickball team of 10 players, and free to spectators/networkers.

Kickball sponsorships are available for $300 for  up to 10 players and includes:

• Logo on Chamber event webpages with links to the sponsor site
• Logo on event-focused blasts
• Logo on print materials
• Opportunity to address the crowd
• Photo and Social Media Post

Ribbon Cuttings

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce celebrates the grand opening of Wren Kitchens’s new location in Springfield on Friday, June 27, from 8:30 to 9:30 AM, at 149 Baltimore Pike.

The Ribbon Cutting Celebration will take place at 8:30 AM.

Register here.

Wren Kitchen is a family-owned Made in the USA company. The Springfield showroom will have 60 kitchens on display.

The company features state-of-the-art technology, including Virtual Reality, that transports you visually into your space, allowing you to watch it come to life right before your eyes.

The Springfield showroom is the 17th showroom in just five years, not including its growing studios inside Home Depot, which feature Home Depot’s top appliances.  

Find out more about Wren Kitchen.

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the grand opening of Amerikick Martial Arts Saturday, June 28, 9 to 10 AM, at 1254 West Chester Pike, Suite 102, in Havertown. 

The Ribbon Cutting Celebration will take place at 9:00 AM.

Register here.

Martial Arts Academy Amerikick is an organization that continues to have a profound impact on the lives of students, families, and parents.

Established in 1967 by Dennis Tosten, Amerikick is nationally recognized for its distinct ability to combine great martial arts and great teachers.

Its dedicated team has been able to create a lasting impact on the fitness industry. Whether you want to build your child’s physical skill set, confidence, focus, and discipline, or if you are interested in the most intense fitness programs on the market, Amerikick can help.