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Happenings Partner Newsletter
January 2024

This email is sent exclusively to our clients and partners to keep you in the loop!  Read on for upcoming opportunities, what's happening at Happenings, and recent client work.

The Happening List® is HERE!
Bucks Happening List Red Carpet Bash 2022

The nomination forms for the 2024 Happening List® are now open.

Key Dates to remember:
TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2024 - Nominations Open
TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2024 - Voting Opens
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2024 - Ballots Go Blind
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024 - Ballots Close @ midnight

!!! IMPORTANT PARTNER INFO: The Happening List® is the most popular people's choice "best of" contest in the region, and we work hard to protect its reputation. As a reminder, there is no preference shown to advertisers, sponsors, or partners in the Happening List®. Thank you for understanding!

If you would like to receive a complimentary marketing kit, please reach out to Amy for the link at amy@happeningsmedia.com

New Year, New Collaborations:
Bucks Happening List Red Carpet Bash 2022

We are thrilled to welcome the New Year with a spirit of collaboration and growth. In 2023, we achieved remarkable milestones together, and we are eager to build on that success in 2024! If you have any ideas or initiatives you'd like to explore, please reach out! Your input and creativity are vital to our shared success.

2024 guides!
Super Bowl Guide 2023

As a valued partner, you receive complimentary inclusion in our very popular Happening Guides. Throughout the year, we'll send you friendly reminders about upcoming guides, giving you the opportunity to be included and customize your information to fit the upcoming guide.


UP NEXT... Super Bowl Guide highlighting where to watch and where to get delicious takeout and team gear so you can host and enjoy the big game!

• Valentine's Day Guide 
• Summer Camp Guide 
• St. Patrick's Day Guide 
• Easter Guide 
• Mother's Day Guide 
• Memorial Day Guide 
• Summer Guide 
• Father's Day Guide
• 4th of July Guide 
• Back to School Guide 
• Fall Guide 
• Halloween Guide 
• Thanksgiving Guide 
• Holiday Guide 
• NYE Guide
(List is subject to minor changes and additions)

Benefits of Inclusion:

  1. Increased Visibility: Your organization will be featured prominently in our guide, gaining exposure to a wide and relevant audience within our community.

  2. Targeted Marketing: Our guides are specifically tailored and targeted, ensuring that your products/services are showcased to those who are actively seeking them.

  3. Credibility and Trust: By being part of our guide, you will align your brand with our trusted platform, enhancing your reputation and building trust with customers.

  4. Engagement Opportunities: Inclusion in our guides opens up avenues for partnerships, promotions, discounts, or exclusive offers

    To ensure your business or offerings are showcased in our guides, simply send your copy and image directly to amy@happeningsmedia.com

WEEKEND Happenings AND MORE
Weekend Happenings December 2023
Hosting a community or social event? Submit your events to our editorial team through one of our forms, as the event calendar on our sites has been discontinued. Bucks | Montco | Hunterdon | Philly
Partner Spotlight
The Faces of La Chelé
The Faces of La Chelé


Dr. Lisa Espinoza founded the medical aesthetics practice about 16 years ago in New Hope and expanded to her second location in Newtown a few years ago. With that came a challenge that most small businesses who are growing need to tackle: how do you grow your business while keeping the culture, the level of service and the personal nature intact? We sat down with each member of the medical care team at La Chele to discuss why they chose to work there and their experiences.

Full Article HERE

Partner Spotlight
NAC
Let the NAC Parties & Events Department Bring Your Dream Celebration to Life

Are you searching for the perfect place to host your next special event? Look no further than the Newtown Athletic Club's (NAC) Parties & Events Department. On the campus of the 250,000 sq. ft. Newtown Athletic Club, there are multiple event venue spaces available for both adult and youth-based events. From intimate boutique studios to a 4-acre outdoor resort and pool complex with a full-service restaurant and bar, these venues serve as the perfect location for any celebration. From kids parties to weddings, the NAC does it all!

Full Article HERE

accesspass reminders
AccessPass
Welcome to all of our new AccessPass and AccessPassVIP members! Just a friendly reminder to send any banner ads, guide info and any info you would like us to promote via social to Amy Iurato at amy@happeningsmedia.com. 

Keep an eye out for our monthly emails so that you can sign up for dates and times for content visits, when we will gather images and video for social content creation. 

And don't forget....as an AccessPass member you receive 20% off other Happenings Products. So if you are interested in a newsletter sponsorship, an editorial piece, a larger ad or additional social posts please let us know!
HAPPENINGS CREATIVE STUDIO
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Here's a roundup of recent and upcoming Creative Studio projects:

  • This year marks 35 years since the opening of Lace Silhouettes Lingerie, in Peddlers Village. Lace opened its doors in 1988. Karen Thompson, a sales rep in the garment industry in New York City, saw an opportunity to fill an unmet need: wedding undergarments and lingerie. Certainly, her chosen industry has experienced extreme evolutions over this time. What Thompson has executed with success is the ability to decipher when to change with the times, and when the tried-and-true is better. Read on...

  • As the seasons change, so does the menu at Plumsteadville Inn. From comforting classics to innovative creations, Plumsteadville Inn has released new dishes that will elevate your winter dining experience. The new lineup of seasonal menu items put a creative twist on traditional favorites. Savor the Season at The Plum

  • The Parties and Events division at Newtown Athletic Club is dedicated to transforming ordinary gatherings into extraordinary, custom experiences that will leave a lasting impression on your guests. NAC's Party and Events team goes above and beyond just providing a venue.They've committed to curating tailor-made, one-of-a-kind event experiences and lasting memories in unique and multifaceted spaces. Plan your next event with NAC

Coming Soon: A historical home renovation from Milex Residential that is a must see

About Creative Studio

What is the Happening Creative Studio? If you are a business that is looking for a full-service approach to your marketing and advertising, then the boutique services of the Happenings Creative Studio are for you. You not only gain access and exposure to the Happening megaphone, complete with millions of annual page views and tens of thousands of followers, but you receive one-on-one consulting and creative services, all completely customized to fit your needs.

Because we devote so much time and attention to our Studio clientele, space in the program is extremely limited.  To inquire or learn more about the Happenings Creative Studio, AccessPass and other ways to partner with Happenings, click here.

Navigating 2024:Small Business success

Small Business
Get ready for a year full of opportunities, challenges, and innovation as we enter 2024. Below are a few tips to help you continue to grow and succeed in this upcoming year. And remember that the team at Happenings Media is here to help along the way!


1. Continued Embrace of Technology:
2024 will see a continued emphasis on the digital revolution. To increase productivity, boost customer satisfaction, and maintain competitiveness, small businesses should continue to embrace and utilize technology: Digital marketing, cloud-based applications, and e-commerce.

2. Remote Work and Collaboration:
Regardless of a team member's geographical location, online collaboration tools, video conferencing, and cloud-based project management can promote smooth communication and teamwork.

3. Evolution of Remote Work:
Small companies may continue to adopt flexible work schedules as they see the advantages of working remotely for cost savings, employee satisfaction, and talent acquisition. It is always crucial to strike the correct balance between in-person and remote.

4. Adaptability as a Core Competency:
Adaptability and flexibility will always be essential. Businesses with the ability to swiftly adapt to shifting consumer preferences, market dynamics, and emerging trends will have a greater chance of long-term success.

5. Enhanced Interaction with Customers:
Establishing trusting relationships with clients is essential. Loyalty and trust should be fostered by small businesses through clear communication, community engagement, and personalized experiences. Social media will continue to be a vital resource for updating, connecting and interacting with target audiences.

6. Emphasis on Employee Well-being:
Prioritize the welfare of your staff. Businesses can invest in wellness programs and efforts that support the mental and physical health of their employees, in addition to offering competitive compensation, benefits, and flexible work choices.

Here's to a prosperous 2024!

MORE INFO
Want to understand more about Happenings Media works with small business?  Read about all of our partnership levels here.

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