The first meeting of the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce’s 100th year, on Tuesday, Jan. 14, invites businesses to “share in announcements that will shape the new year and the new normal” for the region.

“There is plenty of good news to share, people to meet and dates for 2014 to be marked,” said Lori Pepenella, destination marketing and communications director for the SOC Chamber. The meeting begins with networking at 11:30 a.m.