The Hicksville Chamber of Commerce will soon be hosting an event to promote the business community in Hicksville and the surrounding areas. The First Annual "Happy Hours," Classic Networking Event will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at the Imperial Manor in Hicksville. Appetizers and cocktails will be served from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The event is free; all you need to bring is some conversation and your business cards. The first 100 businesses that wish to promote their business need only provide a door prize. The door prize enables you to bring information, brochures and promotional giveaways to the event.

The objective of this event is to create an opportunity to meet the community's local business people, promote "business to business" transactions in the community and to increase the chamber membership. This event supports the local business community by making them aware of the services and support the Hicksville Chamber has to offer.

"The Hicksville Board of Directors and the newly formed New Member Development Committee of the Chamber encourage your full support by attending the First Annual "Happy Hour." The chamber, its members, and the local business community need your support during this time of healing. Your contribution to the success of this event can only be measured by your commitment to Hicksville and its neighbors. We look forward to seeing you there," noted a chamber representative.

The representative added, "We are looking for event sponsors. Sponsorship gives you recognition of your commitment to improve the quality and strength of the business community. We welcome your support and contribution to make this event a success." Event sponsors will have a banner displayed at the event and additional free advertisement. Sponsors can contact Fausta Phelan at 1-(631) 501-6645 or leave a message at 769-0756.