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Two lucky people are going to Vegas!
Wine and Cheese was a success thanks to all of those who sponsored, volunteered and attended the event. With almost 400 people in attendance we were able to give away two trips to Las Vegas along with a trip to Mexico.
Other sponsors include: Hermiston Liquor Store, Power Pro, Melonville Comedy Festival, Columbia Orthodontics, O So Kleen, Umatilla Tourism, Home Town Mortgage and Nate Conklin - State Farm Insurance.
Thank you also to our businesses who donated prizes: Heller & Sons, Lifetime Vision Source, Ixtapa Family Mexican Restaurant, Suds Yer Duds, McLaughlin Landscaping, Kickin' It Boutique, Les Schwab, 60 minute Photo, Swain Motors, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Sears, Desert Arts Council, Festival of Trees, Cabin Fever, Sears of Hermiston, Hagerman, Inc., Wildhorse Resort & Casino, Farm City Pro Rodeo, Farmer's Kitchen, Sno Road Winery, Oxford Suites, River Lodge & Grill, Oak Tree Inn, Graybeal Distributing, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Ace Hardware, Kopacz Nursery & Florist, KRISanthemums, Tom Denchel Ford Country,
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Run Wild at the Columbia River Power Marathon
Let the race begin. Sign up today on www.active.com for the full marathon, half marathon, the 8K walk/run or relay. Sign up for the kids mile through Umatilla Chamber of Commerce,
One marathon, two states. The marathon starts at Desert River Inn and crosses the McNary Dam into Washington, circles back over the Columbia River bridge and then runs along the Lewis and Clark Trail. This course was added to the list of prestigious marathons around the world as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
BE A PART OF THE FUN - MEET PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER The race is an attraction for marathon enthusiasts from all over the United States. Showcase your business by putting your promotional material in our participant backpacks. Please provide 400 items (coupons, keychains, etc) for the Hermiston Chamber to stuff in the bags before October 18th.
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Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon
Wednesday, October 12th - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Five Senses class "exploring Smell".
$2.00 Members $3.00 Nonmembers
Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon
400 S. Main Street
Pendleton, OR
(541) 276-1066
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Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon
Thursday, October 13th - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Apple Cooking "Apple Smoothies and Smiles"
$2.00 Members $3.00 Nonmembers
Children's Museum of Eastern Oregon
400 S. Main Street
Pendleton, OR
(541) 276-1066
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Breakfast of Champions
Thursday, October 13th - 7:00am
Honoring area students for outstanding academic achievement and success. Breakfast is provided by Soroptomist. Sponsored by Washington Group, McDonalds, Lukes Photos, Desert Lanes Bowling Alley & 100.1 The Q & 1360am KOHU.
Hermiston Conference Center
415 S. Hwy 395
Hermiston, OR
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Get Your Morning Perk at Kickin' It Boutique
Friday, October 14th - 7:30am
Kickin' It Boutique, now located on Main Street is inviting you to come check out new merchandise and see what the store has to offer. Christmas is coming. Refreshments and coffee will be provided.
Kickin' It Boutique
252 E. Main St
Hermiston, OR
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Full Moon Market on Main
Friday, October 14th - 4:30pm - 9:00pm
Shop the Full Moon Market and save huge with special sales at Main Street stores. The Market will feature live music, produce and other vendors. Don't miss wine tasting & beer tasting, apple cider press and pumpkin carving.
1st and 2nd Blocks of Main Street
Hermiston, OR
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Alive After 5:00pm by Miller Realty Wednesday, October 19th, 5:30pm 102 NE 11th St. Miller Realty is hosting an Alive After 5:00pm at one of their property listings. Come tour the home and learn more about the real estate services Miller Realty provides. |
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Live Music at Sno Road Winery
Wine Tasting Hours:
Wednesdays/Thursdays 9:30am - 6pm
Fridays 9:30am- 8pm Saturdays 12:30pm - 4pm
- Anniversaries, Birthdays, Showers
- Groups of 8-25+ welcome
- Private wine tastings & dinner parties
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Business to Business Luncheon Tuesday, October 25th, 8am - Hermiston Conference Center Members $10 Non Members $13 Catered by Sharon's Sweet Treats Representative Smith will be talking about Redistricting, along with a general conversation of how the state budget works (kind of a State Budget 101) and then share current budget information. I know he would also love to answer questions also. |
Columbia River Power Marathon Saturday, October 22nd, 8am - Desert River Inn Join in on the fun by running the full marathon, half marathon, the 8K walk/run, by forming a relay team, or signing up the kids up for the kid's mile hosted by the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce. The relay opens the run up to families, groups, experienced runners or organizations and friends who want the same experience but at a shorter distance in a more team-oriented approach. Register for the races on www.active.com. Race times and prices are online at www.columbiarivermarathon.com . For more information please contact the Chamber at (541) 567-6151. |
Business to Business Luncheon Tuesday, October 25th, 8am - Hermiston Conference Center Members $10 Non Members $13 Catered by Sharon's Sweet Treats Representative Smith will be talking about Redistricting, along with a general conversation of how the state budget works (kind of a State Budget 101) and then share current budget information. I know he would also love to answer questions also. |
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A LOOK AHEAD AT WHAT'S COMING UP:
Don't forget these events in the near future. Information will come soon!
Wine 101 by Graybeal Distributing - October 27th
Desert River Inn's Dirty Freak For All - October 29th
Desert Arts Performance - October 30th
Treats On Main & Beyond - October 31st
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Hermiston Rotary Club - Ralph Brown Memorial Scholarships
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These scholarships are funded by a request from the estate of longtime Hermiston resident and Rotarian Ralph Brownson.
The scholarships are earmarked for graduates of Hermiston, Umatilla, Echo or Stanfield High Schools who are currently sophomores or juniors in college.
Applications due by October 19th - Applications are available at the Chamber, BMCC, GSMC, and requests for applications can be sent to mettes@gshealth.org
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Part time position - Mon - Fri. Approx 15 hrs a week. Applications are available at the front desk. Questions call (541) 567-5827
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Promote Your Business at the Columbia River Power Marathon
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- Provide a coupon or another promotional item to be included in the backpacks given to every participant
- Become a marathon sponsor and have your business listed as such on marketing material, mentioned on the radio and/or print ads and have your banner up at the event
- Man an aid station along the race route. You may be able to join an aid station team from last year
Remember, many of the visitors who register for the Columbia River Power Marathon return year after year. This is a great opportunity for your business to make a lasting impression as a member of the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce.
The Columbia River Power Marathon is a collaboration of the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce and the Hermiston High School Cross Country Team. For more info (541) 567-6151.
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