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BizBoosters for the month of September is Grocery Outlet - Milwaukie
09/23 AM Business Connection with Double J Construction & Access Systems @Sabin-Schellenberg Center
09/23 BizBoosters @ Sweet Tomatoes - Lunch
09/28 Business in the County@
Abernethy Center
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09/21 Board of Directors Meeting |
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Welcome to these new members in August - show them your support!
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"Chamber has been an excellent resource for our business. We have seen tremendous value in being an active member in North Clackamas." 
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Chamber of Commerce
7740 SE Harmony Rd
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
503-654-7777
info@yourchamber.com
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Business in the County Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Reality + Recovery = Ready
What is your business doing to adapt in these economic times? Eight local businesses will be featured at the Business in the County Luncheon on September 28. Hear how these diverse companies have initiated innovation, partnerships, and new business tools to weather the challenges.
Pacific Seafood
United Street Car
Willamette View
Hands On Chiropractic
Camp Withycombe
Just Delicious
Oregon Association of Nurseries
Kaiser Permanente
Registration due by September 21, 2011.
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Leadership applications due NOW!
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Platinum Chair Circle Bronze Chair Circle
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Business After Hours Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Network with business leaders at showcase -
Willamette View, Wine & Wellness
 Learn about the health benefits of wine and what kind of chocolate is best for you. Join other businesses and leaders in the community at our Business After Hours showcase from 5:00-7:00pm at Willamette View's Wellness Center located at 12705 SE River Road, Milwaukie. Save the date - November 2, 2011.
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Chamber staff receives Key to the District
 Wilda Parks, Vice President of External Affairs for Your Chamber, was honored as recipient of the Key to the District from the North Clackamas School District. Superintendent, Dr. Tim Mills, stated that, "Wilda has been a leader for this community in many ways. And many organizations know the difference she has made. We especially admire the courage she has shown and commitment on behalf of our schools, our staff and families. There are many important community leaders who have received this award. But few are more deserving than Wilda Parks."
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Promote YOUR business - promote the community!
Here is an opportunity to market your business to out of town and local customers. Advertise by donating promotional products from your business; for example coupons, key chains, logo pens, calendars or other souvenirs.
Please provide 50 to 100 promotional items to the Chamber office by October 5th. Contact Debra Rose by telephone at 503.654.7777 or email to make delivery arrangements.
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Geocache challenge coins are almost gone!
Don't miss your opportunity for one of the best geocaching coins in the area! Click for more information or call Your Chamber at 503.654.7777. |
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North Clackamas Schools seek public input on local option possibility
As part of an exploration of several revenue-raising strategies to help schools weather the economic downturn, the North Clackamas School Board is considering whether or not to place a local option levy on the ballot in 2012. The short-term property tax could be used for school operating expenses for purposes approved by voters. The tax would last three to five years depending on voter approval. Before deciding, the School Board hopes to gather extensive input from community members through public meetings and surveys. Click on the full article for details and to view the public comment sessions schedule.
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Damascus meeting and events schedule
Click on the calendar to view the public meetings and events calendar for the City of Damascus covering the timeframe of September 18 - October 1, 2011.
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What is your role in our region's economic vitality?
The Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce will bring together the business community, civic groups, city government and community leaders for an informative, half-day presentation on economic
Development in East County at their annual Economic Summit 2011. Held on Thursday, October 6, 2011, the day will include a discussion on economic development as the engine for business growth and job creation. Click for more information. Flyer with registration
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Student shuttle provides link from MAX Green Line to Oregon City
 Clackamas Community College (CCC) will offer free shuttle service from the MAX Green Line to the Oregon City campus during the academic year. The service will begin with the start of fall term and will run six hours a day, Monday through Thursday. A copy of the schedule is below. Riders will meet the Towncenter Express (TX) bus in the parking lot under the MAX Green Line stop. At CCC, the bus will meet riders near the bus turnaround at the front of the college. The service is open to the public. For more information, contact Janet Paulson at 503.594.3162.
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In Celebration of Child Passenger Safety Week
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and injury for American children. A child's risk of injury greatly increases in a crash if they are not appropriately restrained. In an attempt to address these facts, Sandy Fire District's Car Seat Safety Technician, Nannette Wilson will be BUSY. The celebration of Car Seat Safety Week will begin with FREE car seat safety checks at Sandy Fire Main Station (17460 Bruns Ave, Sandy, OR 97055) Monday - Friday, September 19th - September 23rd from 8:30 to 4:30. No appointments are necessary!! She is also available by appointment on Saturday, September 24th from noon until 6:00 pm.
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Utility Training Alliance marks 10-year anniversary
Clackamas Community College (CCC) and its training partners in the utility industry will mark their 10-year anniversary on Thursday, October 6. It's been 10 years since the college joined Portland General Electric (PGE) and PacifiCorp to form the Utility Training Alliance (UTA), uniting the organizations in education and training initiatives at the college's Wilsonville campus. The anniversary celebration begins at 10:30 a.m. with remarks from Wilsonville Mayor Tim Knapp, PGE President Jim Piro, PacifiCorp President Pat Reiten, and CCC President Dr. Joanne Truesdell. Full article |
Chamber member receives Two-Star certification
 Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes is proud to announce that they are the largest restaurant chain in the nation to be Two-Star Certified by the Green Restaurant Association, an industry standard in restaurant sustainability. Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes locations have implemented measures to reduce restaurant waste and disposables, along with energy and water consumption. They have also successfully increased the amount of sustainable and organic food served in the restaurants and are now using more sustainable furnishings and building materials. |
Rivermark Community Credit Union opens ninth branch
On Wednesday, September 14, Rivermark Community Credit Union celebrated the opening of it's ninth branch in the new Progress Ridge TownSquare located at 14985 SW Barrows Road in Beaverton. Grand Opening festivities, including Cinetopia movie ticket giveaways, special saving and loan product bonuses and a text-to-win iPad2 giveaway, will continue through the end of October. Rivermark is also collecting new coats, sweaters, blankets and cash donations to help keep homeless students in Beaverton warm and ready for school.
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Putting your shoulder into it doesn't have to be painful
Providence Willamette Falls Foundation will be hosting a free community seminar on understanding and treating shoulder problems. David P. Huberty, M.D., Oregon Orthopedic & Sports Medicine, will discuss common shoulder ailments and how these can be treated. Your shoulders are your body's most mobile joints, but the ability to move in many directions can leave shoulders prone to injury. The seminar will take place on Wednesday, September 28 from 5 to 6pm with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and dessert at 4:45pm. It will be held at Providence Willamette Falls Community Center, 519 15th Street in Oregon City. To register call the Providence Resource Line at 503.574.6595 or click here.
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Help break the cycle of abuse
Join The Children's Center at the Abernethy Center on Thursday, September 29th, 2011 at their 8th Annual Hope & Healing Breakfast. Help in breaking the cycle of abuse for hundreds of children in Clackamas County. Featured speaker will be Fire Chief Ed Kirchhofer, Clackamas Fire District #1 with special guest Steve Dunn, KATU Channel 2 News. Flyer
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 Celebrate California Wine MonthSeptember is California Wine Month and California Pizza Kitchen invites you to celebrate with them. True to their roots, they are proud to be serving California wines, from Sonoma Coast Chardonnay to Monterey Pinot Noir.
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CCC Surplus Yard Sale is October 1
Are you looking for a good deal on a used computer? Stop by and shop at the Clackamas Community College (CCC) Surplus Yard Sale. The CCC Business Office is overseeing the sale of a variety of college surplus items and equipment during a yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at CCC. Items for sale include science lab equipment, automotive parts and equipment, welding equipment, computers, furniture and more. The yard sale is open to the public and takes place in the Rainbow Room, a storage building located off of Beavercreek Road at CCC's Oregon City Campus. Please note: only cash will be accepted as payment. For more information, please contact Yassamin Alayan in the CCC Business Office - Purchasing by email or click here. |
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