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Buellton Chamber News
September  2012
    
We still have paint available to businesses wanting to beautify thier properties.  Contact the Chamber.
In This Issue
Featured Article
New Members
Buellton September Mixer
Smoking Prohibited
Featured Person
Thank you Buellton Rec.
Verizon now OPEN
Costa Rica Trip
Pet of the Month
Thank You Mixer Hosts
Veterans Stand Down
Monday Night Football
"spOILed" Documentary
Wazzup Buellton?
NEW MEMBERS
We would like to welcome the following Businesses and Individuals as New Members of our Chamber of Commerce:  Please add them to your network of friends.
Biz Card Rack

 

Don Bratt

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - Wanda Macpherson

MarBorg Industries

Rio Vista Chevrolet - Sam Sell

Rancho Grande Motors - Mike Sell

Sunset Auto Center

Moriarty Property Company 

 

Thank you to all of our monthly advertisers listed above.  If you would like to have your link placed here, please contact the Chamber.  The monthly fee is $35.00 and is billed on a quarterly basis.  688-7829

Calendar of Mixers &  Events
 
September 13th: City Council Meeting @ 6pm.
September 14 & 15th:  Vintage Trailer Bash at Flying Flags RV Resort.
September 15th: Danish Days in Solvang  September 19th:  Buellton Mixer at Apple Creek Ranch
September 22nd:  Autumn begins
October 17th:  Mixer at Rabobank
November 14th:  Mixer at Classic Party Rentals
December:  Holiday Installation Luncheon, Date TBA.
 

Community Calendar
Remember to keep the community informed of your events by posting on our Community Calendar.  You may go here to get started.
 Board of Directors
Who's Meeting Who?  
Storm Water Tip of the Month
Provided by the City of Buellton
For pest control only use pesticides when absolutely necessary.  Try to use baits and less toxic chemicals when possible.  Pesticides should not be applied around floor drains, sinks or near food. For more information on the Storm Water Management Program, contact (805)688-5200
Other sources for information may be found at www.greenbizsbc.orgfor ideas & guidebooks tailored for specific types of businesses.
Contacts N Coffee
Remember to mark your calendars for every Monday as we meet for Contacts N Coffee at Avant Tapas & Wine.  Our meetings go from 8am-9:30am and offer you a chance to network, share your business with others, and meet other business members in the community.  Great referrals come from within this group and you are welcome to join us any Monday.  First visit is FREE.  Also, once you are in the Contacts N Coffee system, you may attend their networking gatherings at any of their locations which spans from SLO, SB, and Ventura counties and beyond.  Get dialed in and watch your contacts grow.  
Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director
Buellton Chamber of Commerce
 
A Buellton Business Association Publication
p: (805)688-7829
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Mixer Fun!!

Myra &Ryan 
Our Hosts
Mixer 
Networking
RJ the sound guy 
RJ The Sound Guy 
 
 
Buellton Bus
Look for it next time you visit Hearst Castle
 
Bus wrap
Buellton Bus Wrap at Hearst Castle 
Bus Wrap Unveiling at Hearst Castle 

Greetings!
 
Can somebody stop the clock? Seems as though time has gotten away from us on this issue. We haven't forgotten about you, but we've been busy little bees here at the Chamber. Please enjoy our September issue of our newsletter, as we share some great information with you. Summer is nearing an end and the first day of autumn is just around the corner. So everybody up for the kick off as we round the corner and head into fall and the holidays to come. It's not too early to think about seasonal specials and offers you may run to promote your business and make the best of the holidays. Also, keep us in mind for any news updates that we may share with our readership. We love to spread the good word. 
 September 19th Mixer 5-7pm
Apple Creek Ranch 
7250 Domingos Road
Apple Creek Ranch will be hosting our September Mixer at their magnificent location on Domingos Road.  Owners, Fran and Barry Shulman, are looking forward to welcoming you into their home that they now share with the world.  Hosting family stays, wedding parties, and other celebrations, they have transformed their home into a real destination and place of celebration.  In addition to the beautiful backdrop of Apple Creek Ranch, you will be treated to Valet Parking provided by Blue Star, local wine by Babcock Vineyard, mouth watering desserts by Decadence Fine Cakes & Confections, music by RJ the Sound Guy, along with a light supper provided by Apple Creek Ranch.  You will not want to miss this fabulous Mixer, especially at this breath taking location.  Take a look at some photos from their Facebook page and see what a treat you are in for.  Directions to the ranch are as follows:  Take Hwy 246 West out of Buellton approximately 5 miles until the four-lane highway merges into 2 lanes just past the Williams Ranch.  Almost immediately following the merge, there is a center left-turn lane. Make a left onto Domingos Road and follow to the last property on the left. Apple Creek Ranch is located at 7250 Domingos Road. 
  Our Mixers offer a great opportunity for networking and meeting fellow Chamber members and friends.  We've had many success stories of contacts being made and new business transactions taking place as a result of our Mixers.  If you would like to promote your business a bit further with a donation of a raffle prize, please contact the Chamber.  We appreciate your kind contributions and look forward to seeing you on September 19th. 
Remember to participate in our new drawings.  For $1.00 you may enter your business card into a drawing.  Following the Raffle prize give away, we will draw a business card out of the bowl.  The first card drawn will win the money that was collected for the drawing.  The next card pulled will be our Featured Business or Person in the next Chamber Newsletter.  Please see below for our Featured Person of the month. The Perpetual Drawing that we do on a monthly basis went unclaimed.  The number drawn belonged to Dr. Dennis Bales, but the winner must be present to win.  Next month's perpetual drawing will go up to $85.00.
Smoking Prohibited
Under the Buellton Municipal Code, Chapter 9.10, smoking is prohibited within 20 feet of a business.  The Chamber has stickers for your business windows if you wish to display this in your window.  Feel free to stop by our Chamber office for your free sticker.

 

Featured Person

of the Month

Hazard family   

Dr. Jim Hazard

 

Meet Dr. Jim Hazard, DC of Buellton...

First, Dr. Hazard would like to thank the Buellton Chamber of Commerce for their support and great mixers!  Dr. Hazard celebrated 20 Years in practice this past May.  His current location I is located in Solvang at 2027 Village Lane- Suite 202.  Dr. Hazard is a 3rd generation graduate of Santa Ynez High School- class of 1986!

Jim earned his chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose in 1992 and has kept current on all wellness modalities such as chiropractic for chronic pain, migraines, specific techniques for pregnancies, sports and work related injuries and much more.  He specializes in chiropractic for the whole family with a hands-on approach to wellness.  His daughters visit him each week for their adjustments as well as his triathlete wife!

Jim, and his wife Shannon, keep busy with their three daughters, Devyn age 4, Keira age 6 and Jordyn age 8 as well as a number of other volunteer activities ranging from coaching AYSO and girls softball, to fundraising for local schools and organizations, to participating in half marathons and other sporting events.  They also love to spend time waterskiing, hiking, camping, riding bikes and anything outdoors!  Occasionally you will find them in a wine tasting room as well!

Dr. Jim Hazard, who is always welcoming new patients, is located on Village Lane in Solvang and looking forward to meeting fellow Chamber members.  He can be reached at 686-2064 or [email protected].

 Thank you Buellton Rec.! 
 
The Buellton Rec. Center recently presented Ron Anderson, President of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, with a check in the amount of $1700.00 for teaming up to sell raffle tickets for a trip to Tuscany, Italy.  The trip took place earlier this year and we would like to thank Barbara Knecht for organizing this joint effort and for including us in the promotion.  Her next big trip promotion is to Costa Rica, March 15-24, 2013.  This will be a 10 day trip with a 3-night optional jungle adventure post tour extension.  Stop by the Chamber or contact Barbara for more details.  The Buellton Rec. offers a variety of classes, trips, and services for all ages.  Be sure to check out their Fall calendar and get signed up.  [email protected]
Verizon is Now OPEN in Buellton!
 

Local Verizon Wireless retailer Phone & Wireless has opened its doors in the Albertsons Shopping Center on Highway 246, in Buellton.

All products and services from Verizon Wireless are available at the new location, plus the expertise and customer service expected from a local business. 

 

The store offers an interactive shopping experience, with a diverse group of live smart phones and tablets for shoppers to try out, including iPhones, iPads and a mobile broadband laptop station featuring the Verizon Wireless 4G wireless network now available in the area.

Free community cell phone classes will be offered once monthly at the new location.  Best of all, Santa Ynez Valley residents will no longer have to drive out of town to do their Verizon Wireless business.
 

 
Members of the community are invited to a grand opening event on Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 12-2pm, with a ribbon cutting by the Buellton Chamber of Commerce. The free celebration will include music from KRAZy Country 105.9, technology demos, wireless prizes, complimentary refreshments, giveaways, a free Bluetooth headset drawing and more.  
 

 
For more information, call #805-693-3700, or visit www.phoneandwireless.com.

                      

 Costa Rica Trip
 March 15th, 2013
9 Days~10 Meals
 
 Per Person Rates: 
Double $2,735 ~ Single $3,191 ~ Triple $2,695
 
Highlights:  San Jose, Coffee Plantation, Guanacaste, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Hanging Bridges, and Arenal Volcano
Contact Barbara Knecht with the Buellton Rec. Center at 688-1086
Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society Pet of the Month
   

Brody  Shih Tzu  Brown/White  7yrs.  M(N)

Meet Brody, a most handsome and delightful fellow with a beautiful summer haircut. He is a happy dog with a carefree attitude. His previous owner worked all day and trained him to use pee pads in the bathroom. Upon her return home, he enjoyed human companionship and games. At the Humane Society, he works as a puppy socializer, a job he enjoys immensely. Shih Tzus are known for being medically high maintenance and Brody is no exception. He will need regular eye and ear care. If you are a Shih Tzu fan, or just a small dog fan, come meet Brody today. He is simply delightful.  Brody is microchipped and weighs  20lbs.

 

Thank You,

Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society

www.syvhumane.org

(805)688-8224 

3rd Annual Vintage Trailer Bash
at Flying Flags RV Resort
September 14-16th
  
Come check out the Vintage Trailers that will be making their way to  Flying Flags RV Resort on September 14-16th.  Enjoy a free open house on Saturday, September 15th from 11am-3pm.  You'll be able to stroll through the campground and peer into the trailers and meet the owners.  It's a really fun weekend for Buellton and little blast from the past.  More information.
Thank You to the Buellton Medical Center & On Site Computers for Hosting our August Mixer
We extend our sincere gratitude to Myra Howard and Ryan Toussaint and their entire staffs for a fun, fabulous Mixer.  Buellton Medical Center recently relocated to the building next door to their previous location and have turned it into a top notch medical center catering to a plethora of needs and services.  Joining their supurb staff are:  Dr. Scott Saunders (Family Practice), Cyndi Redfern Mikelson LAc. (Licensed acupuncture), and Dr. Cheryl Heintz (Clinical Psychologist).  We would also like to recognize the extensive effort that went into this mixer and its success.  Myra invited outside businesses to join in and set up informational booths to help promote other businesses.  Also, donations were accepted at the wine/beer tasting and over $100.00 was raised and donated to the Friends of the Library.  A very generous act of community support.  Thank you Myra.  We also want to thank Ryan with On Site for 1)Purchasing a new BBQ just for the Mixer and 2) for cooking up some great food for the guests to enjoy.  We are so thankful and grateful to have your businesses here in Buellton and appreciate your support for our community.  Please be sure to visit these businesses next time your in the need for body or computer repairs.  As you are aware, our chamber depends on memberships, fundraisers, and mixer raffles to support our day to day operations.  Many thanks to our members who are very generous with donations for our raffle:  First Bank~ On Site Computers~ JHJ & Associates ~ Paws Park~ Kevin's Santa Ynez Valley Computer Center ~ Buellton Kitchen & Bath ~ Santa Ynez Valley Farms ~ Santa Ines Planning ~ Your Travel Center ~ First American Title ~ Pattibakes ~ Parks Plaza Theatre ~ Chumash Casino ~ SYV Community Phone Book ~ All Sport Fitness ~ SYV Humane Society ~ Ostrichland ~ Country Garden Catering ~ Anacapa Termite & Pest Control ~ Valley Pets ~ Horizontal Light Productions ~ Santa Barbara Bank & Trust ~ Juice Plus   Our Perpetual Drawing winner was Dr. Dennis Bales, however he was not present so the drawing goes up to $85.00 at our next mixer.  Winner must be present to win. 
Veterans Stand Down 2012 
A collection box will be at Buellton City Hall accepting donations for veterans to be distributed at Veterans Stand Down 2012.  This event will be held at the Santa Maria Fairpark on Saturday, October 13, 2012, from 7am - 3pm.  Veterans will be able to get the help they need, including:  recovery, legal advice, employment, health services, showers, haircut, etc.  Items needed are:  Toiletries, undergarments, shirts, pants, sweatshirts, jackets, etc. and non-perishable food.  Anything you can do to help is greatly appreciated.  If you'd like to bring any items to our September Mixer, we'll be sure to get them to the City for donation.  Thank you!
Are You Ready for Some Football?
 
When it comes to Monday Night Football, Buellton has you covered.  Check out all the places hosting specials for Monday Night.  Tis the season! 
Avant: Monday Night Football with a weekly Football Menu and Big Screen TV's. Featuring the larges selection of craft beer in the Valley and serving 52 wines by the glass. 35 Industrial Way, Buellton.
Club House Sports Lounge: Enjoy Happy Hour (1/2 price Beer) thru Half-Time and hot dogs for purchase.  Billiards, Darts, Juke Box, pin-ball and video games also available.  Located at the Days Inn, 114 E. Hwy 246, Buellton.
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.: Check out the newly opened Beer garden at Fig and enjoy some of the best brew on Central Coast.  Made right here in Buellton.  45 Industrial Way, Buellton
Firestone Walker Taproom: Drink and appetizer specials in the Bar only from 5-7:30pm.  $6.00 appetizers(selections from a special menu) and $4.00 pints.  Located at 620 McMurray Road.
Hitching Post: Serving up Burgers in the Bar Area.
Marriott Winner's Circle:  Every Sunday, Monday, and Thursday Night, enter the football pool and win.  $2.00 Drafts on selected beers during the game, Tailgate treats, watch on Four Big Screen TV's.  555 Mc Murray Road, Buellton.
"spOILed"
Documentary scheduled to show in Buellton at Parks Plaza    
A documentary film that presents and objective look at our relationship to oil, that it is supportive of oil as a commodity because of the reality that it is the foundation of our world and that without it, or even with significantly less of it, our world would quickly fall apart. Showing in Buellton will take place on September 17th at 7:15pm @ Parks Plaza Theatre.  For more information visit:  www.spoiledthemovie.com 

Wazzup 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. 

  • Pattibakes now has a new Pina Colada Cupcake with pineapple/cream cheese and coconut frosting.  Yum! 
  • United Staffing Associates LLC recently marked their tenth anniversary.  United Staffing has branches throughout the Central Coast clear over to Las Vegas.  If you're short on staff, think of United Staffing.  269-2677.
  • Casa Cassara Winery has moved to Solvang.  See them in their new location at, 1607 Mission Drive #112.  688-8691. 
  • Country Garden Catering, operated by the Buellton Senior Center, recently launched a new website:  www.countrygardencatering.org Be sure to check it out and take a look at what they offer and the work they do for our Seniors.  Also, watch their newly released You Tube  video. 
  • Windmill Nursery invites you to their biggest sale of the year.  September 13th - 16th all merchandise and plants are discounted from 25% to 50% off.  Roses, Fruit trees, shrubs, trees, flowers, and much more.  Don't miss this big sale.  Remember, our beautification program is still going so head on over and see what you can find to beautify your property. 
  • Dr. Haws D.D.S. recently provided free mouth guards to our Pirate youth and high school football players.  Thank you Dr. Haws for your generosity and protecting our children's smiles.  Truly a great example of community support.
  • Mother Hubbard's Restaurant shows their appreciation to our local police and fire department on September 11th by buying their breakfast or lunch.  If you happen to be there and see these men and women, please extend your appreciation for the services they provide to us. 
  • SantaYnez Valley Cottage Hospital is hosting Free nutrition & Diabetes Wellness Classes.  They will be held every Wednesday from Noon -1pm at 2050 Viborg Road in Solvang.  You are welcome to bring your own lunch.  For more information and for a schedule of classes, you may call:  688-6431 or visit www.cottagehealthsystem.org
  • Congratulations to Laura Cogan with Passion Flowers for celebrating her 10th year in business.  Laura does some absolutely stunning arrangements for many occasions.  Be sure to think of Laura for your florist needs.