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Buellton Chamber News
February 2012
Happy Valentine's Day
In This Issue
New Members
Buellton State of the City
Green Business Luncheon
Firestone Criterium Bike Race
Buellton Brew Fest
Relay For Life
Branding Buellton
Italy Raffle Tickets
Thank you Mother Hubbards
Canstruction
Durango Songwriters Concert
Whassup Buellton?
NEW MEMBERS
We would like to welcome the following Businesses as New Members of our Chamber of Commerce:  Please add them to your network of friends.

 

Biz Card Rack

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - Wanda Macpherson

MarBorg Industries

Edward Jones - Chris Nielsen
Rio Vista Chevrolet - Sam Sell

Rancho Grande Motors - Mike Sell

Sunset Auto Center

Moriarty Property Company 

Calendar of Events
 Board of Directors
Who's Meeting Who?  
Storm Water Tip of the Month
Only allow rain down the storm drain!  Storm drains lead to creeks, rivers and eventually to the ocean without receiving any treatment.
Fore more information on the Storm Water Management Program, contact (805)688-5200
 
City of Buellton Residents Winter Bulky Waste
Clean-Up Day
Saturday, February 4th
Have materials out at the curb by 6am.
Hazardous Waste Collection is from 9am-1pm at the Buellton Wastewater Treatment Plant at 79 Industrial Way.  More Info

Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director
Buellton Chamber of Commerce
 
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Greetings!  

2012 brings us a special bonus.  That bonus being February 29th.  We only see February 29th every 4 years so  think of this day as a bonus day.  One extra day to do something productive for your business.  Start thinking now what you can do to make the 29th a profitable day for your business.  
I know here at the Chamber we are energized and excited for the year ahead.  Stay tuned and continue to check out our website for upcoming events.
  Buellton
State of the City 
 February 29th 11:45am
at the Marriott 
Join us as we Celebrate Buellton's 20th Birthday and hear from our City Manager, John Kunkel, the State of our City and what lies ahead for our future.
This will include a fun celebration for our City and a fabulous lunch prepared by Chef Ofelio of the Marriott.
Tickets are $25.00 and include the following: A delicious California Mixed Green Salad with rolls and butter, Chicken Florentine, Basmati Rice, Green Beans, Special Birthday dessert along with assorted Beverages. A Vegetarian option is:  Portabello stuffed with Spinach Souffle.  Please call the Chamber to RSVP for this luncheon.  688-7829 or you may pay with Credit Card by using Pay Pal. RSVP by February 23rd.
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Green Business Luncheon February 15th, 11:30 - 1:30 at the Marriott
Join the Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County to honor those that have achieved certification as a green business since last year's luncheon.  Rick Crandall, Director of Environmental Stewardship for Albertsons, Southern California will be the Keynote Speaker.  Tickets are $25.00 if payment is received by February 8th, or $30.00 at the door.  Deadline to RSVP is February 8th. Luncheon Details.
Firestone Walker Brewing Company Avenue of Flags Criterium Bike Race!
March 31st 
What is a Criterium bicycle race?  A Criterium bicycle race takes place on a circuit course which is entirely closed to traffic.  The Avenue of Flags has been chosen by the Santa Ynez Valley Cycling Club to host this exciting race, which will attract professional cyclists for a first class A or Cat B USA Cycling sanctioned event.  Please mark your calendars and help spread the word about this great event.  Also, a reminder that most of the Avenue of Flags, along with portions of First, Second, & Central will be closed for a majority of the day on March 31st.  Sponsorships are available by contacting SG Productions at (805)896-0973.  
Buellton Brew Fest!  May 12th
Noon-4pm at River View Park
Mark your calendars for Buellton's First Annual Brew Fest.  We are in the planning stages for this event, but anticipate Beer from around the area and nearby counties, along with food, music, and lots of fun.  If you would like to be involved in the planning for this event, please contact the Chamber.  688-7829  Stay tuned for more information and remember to put it on your calendar today!
Relay for Life Kick Off Party
Sunday, February 12th at Avant Tapas and Wine.  11:30-1:00  Come learn how to get involved in Relay For Life here in the Valley.  Get involved with this great event and make a difference in the fight against Cancer. Contact Taylor Thompson at (805)350-4278 or Mary Garcia at (786)299-7387.  Relay For Life
 
Buellton works on a Brand
The Buellton Chamber recently hosted a luncheon featuring Simon Andrews with Graphic Solutions, who discussed the importance of a Brand and how a brand needs to be implemented and carried out in all that a City does.  Over 50 people attended and enjoyed a lunch served at Avant Tapas & Wine.  Branding was a hot topic discussed during the Visioning Process for Buellton and continues to peak interests in the community.  The final draft of the Visioning Plan will be presented to the City Council on February 23rd for final approval.  Thank you all for attending and showing your interest in our community.
Last Call for Raffle Tickets to Italy
Raffle tickets are still on sale for the trip to Italy.  A winner will be drawn on February 15th.  If you would like a chance to win a trip to Tuscany and surrounding cities, all you need is $10.00 and you could be on your way to Italy.  The trip leaves April 26th and returns May 5th. This fabulous trip, centered around food, wine, culture, and history, includes 10 days, 13 meals, and door to door service.  Stop by the Chamber or Buellton Rec. Center to purchase your ticket today.
Thank You Mother Hubbards Restaurant 
We would like to thank Jon & Doniece, owners of Mother Hubbards, along with their entire family for another successful Potluck/Re-gifting mixer.  They show their warm hospitality each year to our Chamber Members and welcome us with open arms.  Jon cooked up a mean pulled pork sandwich and our members participated by bringing some of their favorite side dishes to share.  The gift exchange was more than humorous as items were opened, stolen, laughed at, and who knows... maybe we'll even see some gifts return next year.  A BIG Thank You to all of you who attended, participated, and brought something to share.  A BIG, BIG Thank You to Mother Hubbards for always helping us welcome in the New Year in such a fun way and for closing their restaurant for this special occasion. 
 Canstruction photoCanstruction
The Santa Barbara County's Canstruction will take place at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott in Buellton. The Build will be Wednesday, February 8th from 2-6pm and the Cansculptures will be on display through February 16th. Come see the amazing creations. You are also encouraged to bring food donations as well. A collection box will be provided in the main lobby. All donations received will benefit the SB County Foodbank. Decanstruction will take place February 16th. 
Durango Songwriters Concert
This Songwriter's Concert, much like that of Nashville Nights, but with all genres, will take place on March 3rd at the Marriott.  Tickets are $25.00 and there will be a cash bar.  Come and hear the work of Shawn Mullins(self-produced records, two number one charting songs, grammy nomination and thousands of live performances), Big Al Anderson ("The Cowboy In Me", "Trip Around The Sun", Unbelievable", and many more), Chuck Cannon(numerous #1 hits including Toby Keith's smash hit, "How Do You Like Me Now"), Danny Myrick (produced huge hits for Craig Morgan including, "International Harvester" and Jason Aldean's "She's Country", Bridgette Tatum (co-wrote Jason Alean's "She's Country", Tim Fagan (Grammy winning songwriter for Jason Marz & Colbie Caillat's duet, "Lucky". and more!  This event only happens once a year, so be sure to get your ticket soon.  Tickets will be available at the Chamber of Commerce, please stay tuned as to when they will go on sale.  For more information about the Songwriters Expo go to Durango Songwriters Expo. 

Whassup Buellton? 

Here we offer some news provided by our members as to what is going on in their businesses. Please keep us posted as to what is going on in your business. 

  • Sherry Thore, CPA has changed the name of her business to:  Buellton Accountancy Corporation.  Sherry is located at 47 Industrial Way, Suite B.  (805)688-5527
  • Pete Robertson, Realtor has moved to a new company.  Pete is now with Ranch & Country Real Estate Services at 3681 Sagunto, #102.  (805)456-5131
  • Dawn & Patrick Farrier with The Creation Station Fabric & Quilt Shop were recently featured in American Quilt Retailer magazine with a 6 page spread.  The article focused on the shop's unique displays and repurposed items used for the displays.  Dawn was also hired to be a feature writer for the magazine and her first column will appear in the March/April edition. 
  • Mother Hubbard's Restaurant hosts another sell-out Locavore Dinner.  Way to go! 
  • Happy 25th Birthday Hitching Post II.  In honor of their Birthday, they are offering a $25.00 three-course menu that runs through February 12th, so hurry in and enjoy!