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42300 Hwy 49
Ahwahnee, CA 93601
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| New Members |
| Thank You To The Following Members For Joining The Chamber |
Gold Country Bottled Water
Oakhurst Board & Care for the Elderly
Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary
Sugar Pine Take & Bake Pizza |
| Ribbon Cutting
Parrot AT&T |
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40208 Hwy 41
Oakhurst, CA 93644 Phone: 559-642-4321 |
| Ribbon Cutting
Sugar Pine Take & Bake Pizza |
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Robby & Cinnamon Fleener
40359 Hwy 41
Oakhurst, CA 93644 559-642-4642 |
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Thank You To The Following Businesses For Renewing Your Membership
Above The Fog Marketing
Directory Publishing Solutions
DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc.
Mariposa Portable Sanitation
Miller's Mountain Sports & Apparel
Oakhurst Computers
Oakhurst
Sierra Lions Club
San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation
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Chamber Statistics
April 2009 |
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Website |
Total Page Views- 113,463
Total Hits - 349,440
Average Daily Hits - 11,648
Average Page Views per Visit - 5.95
Average Hits per Visit - 18.31
Office
Telephone Calls - 797
Office Visitors - 345
E-Mails - 630
Mail - 723 |
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Please tell your customers how much you appreciate them for their business.
To all of our members, thank you for your continued support. We are your business partner and we are here to serve you. |
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Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce |
| The Chamber Sign Has a New Facelift! |
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Thanks to Mike Muscato from Art Signs. Mike saw the faded shape our sign was in and donated his time and energy to giving the Chamber sign a new look. Thank you, Mike, we appreciate you. Mike can be found at:
49319 Golden Oak Loop #3
Oakhurst, CA 9364 Phone: 559-641-6766
msigns@sti.net
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Support the earth, go green, save money, save gas, support each other...
SHOP LOCALLY
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Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce Partners with Constant Contact® to Help You Grow Your Business with Email Marketing |
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Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Constant Contact®.
Because you are a member of Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce, you qualify for a special discount. If you prepay for six months, you receive a 20% discount. Prepay for a year and save 25%! There's no better time to try email marketing.
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I just have to comment on how great our event looks on your website - the Bass Lake Spring Clean. I'm sure you'll be contributing to new people discovering the good duty of cleaning the environment and the fun of doing it in a group. Thanks again! Linda Sadler California Land Management
Note: Do not forget to check our calendar for Roadside Litter Clean Up on May 30th.
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| Madera County Projects Begin In Oakhurst |
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Madera County begins several projects in our area. There are more projects scheduled. |
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TOWN HALL MEETING e-Marketing |
 You do not have to be a Chamber member to take advantage of this fun, easy, free, and cool way to learn more about the Internet.
Our next Town Hall meeting takes place on Tuesday, May 26th from 6-8 PM at the Oakhurst Community Center with guest speakers Kevin and Garrett from www.kevinandgarrett.com.
About Kevin and Garrett -
"During our local classes and workshops, Kevin and Garrett teach the what, when, where, why, and how of Internet Marketing. Whether you own a local business, an online business, or have not even taken your first step in business at all, our classes can help give you direction, and the know-how to take your online presence to the next level."
The evening will start with networking: 5:45 - 6:15
Special announcements: 6:15 - 6:20
Public comment: 6:20 - 7:00
Kevin and Garrett from 7:00 - 8:00
For more on our local computer gurus, visit: KevinandGarrett.com |
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It is Still Not Too Late to Save $100 on a Life Time Trip to Greece |
Book Your Trip by May 30th and Save $100 per person .
This Life Time Trip to Greece is brought to you by: Chamber Discoveries on Behalf of the Oakhurst Area Chamber. Chamber Discoveries specializes in full service, exiting yet safe excursions for Chambers of Commerce.
10 Day Trip to Greece Includes Four Day Cruise of Greek Isles
October 29 - November 7, 2009
Athens, Delphi, Mycenae, Mykonos, Patmos, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Rhoades, Crete, and Santorini it's all in there!!!
This Once in a Life Time Trip to Greece is brought to you by: Chamber Discoveries on Behalf of the Oakhurst Area Chamber. Chamber Discoveries specializes in full service, exciting excursions for Chambers of Commerce.
CLICK HERE FOR PRICING AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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Volunteers Needed for Coarsegold Peddler's Fair Beer Garden |
The Coarsegold Peddlers Fair is this coming weekend (May 22 -  May 25) and we will be handling the Beer Garden for Diane. We need volunteers from 11 - 6 each day so we have broken the shifts down into 3.5 hours each.
Promote your business, your favorite charity, or just come have a fun time, by volunteering for one of the following shifts:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday either from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Only two people needed per shift, if you want to bring a friend, family member, or co-worker, that will fill a shift for us and make it more fun for you! You must be 18 or older.
Contact our office as soon as possible at 559-683-7766. |
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Women In Business-Space Still Available |
El Cid Mexican Cuisine, 41939 Hwy 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Meal includes one item combo, rice, beans, non alcoholic beverage, tax & tip $12 members - $15 non members To RSVP |
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MIXER Cancelled |
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Due to unforeseen circumstances by Forget-Me-Not Friends, the upcoming Mixer originally scheduled for May 28th has been cancelled.
Please do not wait for the mixer to be rescheduled to stop by and visit Forget-Me-Not Friends shops located at 40571 Hwy 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644; phone: 559-642-2002. There is much to see and buy. |
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Knowing Your Resources Yields High Rewards |
 In 2008, our 4 County Metro area (Fresno, Madera, Tulare, and Kings) lost over 8,000 businesses and another 12,000 are projected to go under in 2009. Dim predictions for local business owners who are struggling to keep their doors open, as consumers are scaling back on their spending. Now more than ever, business owners need to have the necessary tool set to succeed in this competitive market. SCORE "Consultants to America's Small Business" offers confidential and no-cost advice to help business owners through these difficult economic times. More>>> |
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SBA & Caltrans Promote Greater Access For Local Businesses |
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Small Business Administration and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Office of Civil Rights, have signed an agreement aimed at increasing contracting opportunities for small businesses in California through SBA's Surety Bond Guarantee program.  Under a Joint Bonding Assistance Initiative, SBA and Caltrans will work together to help ensure qualified small businesses can obtain the necessary bonding required on Caltrans construction contracts and subcontracts. More>>> |
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Does Your Business Comply with ADA Regulations? |
 Some businesspeople find out about their responsibilities under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) when they are served a notice of a lawsuit filed against them for non-compliance. The ADA gives federal civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications. More>>> |
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Not Hearing the Sound of Your Cash Registers? |
 Join S.C.O.R.E. and other businesses for the first in a series of free interactive workshops that will help you beat this recession.
June 15 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Sierra Vista Mall
For further information contact William Hori at (559) 487-5791 or at william.hori@sba.gov. When emailing, please include your telephone number so William can contact you. |
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Member Benefit of the Month |
 Another Free Advertising Opportunity
New Member Promotions - Welcome Basket
New Members receive a Welcome to the Chamber basket when they become a new member. Chamber members can put business promotional items in our welcome baskets at no additional cost. If you have items you would like to be included, please drop them by our office any time Monday - Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. |
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Costume Pageant & Silent Auction |
 Please Join Us for an evening of friendship and laughter on Friday June 19, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. for a SILENT AUCTION & COSTUME PARADE. DINNER CATERED BY SWEETWATER STEAKHOUSE. Tickets $25 each or Sponsor a Table of 8 for $180 and receive advertising benefits.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT LIZ FOR MAYOR
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF OAKHURST
Pageant Participants include:
District 5 Supervisor Tom Wheeler
Madera County Supervisor Ronn Dominici
Sherriff John Anderson
Please make checks or other gifts payable to: Liz for Mayor - Boys & Girls Club of Oakhurst - Post Office Box 2757 - Oakhurst, CA 93644 OR Donate Online at www.SupportBGClub.com |
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Wine Cellar Grand Opening - Fundraiser for Honorary Mayor Liz Wares |
For further information contact Marilyn Rigg at 559-683-3467 |
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FREE Paper Shredding in June |
PROTECT YOUR DOCUMENTS - SHRED THEM!
 FREE Paper Shredding Service at Central Valley Community Bank, 40266 Junction Drive, Oakhurst, CA 93644, June 16th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Shred your old documents and confidential files safely and securely. Unwanted papers will be shredded on-site, FREE of charge*, courtesy of Central Valley Community Bank. Shredding services are provided by Shred-It and are limited to 6 banker boxes per person/business up to truck capacity. Visit our mobile shredding event. *Additional boxes beyond the 6 banker box limit per person/business may be shredded at a charge of $3 per box, paid directly to Shred-It. Shredding is based upon a first come first serve basis and limited to Shred-It truck capacity. |
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Study Shows Many Not Prepared For Likely Need of Long Term Care |
By Mariyln Rigg - State Farm® agent
 A 48-year-old father of two is left with permanent injuries after an auto accident. A 66-year-old recent retiree suffers a serious stroke. An otherwise healthy 75-year-old grandfather falls and breaks his hip. These people have one thing in common. Quite unexpectedly they're each likely to need some form of long-term care, through nursing care at home, in a nursing home or at an assisted living facility. More>>> |
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Veterans Memorial Day Breakfast |
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Saturday, May 23rd at 10:00 a.m.
'Ol Kettle Restaurant, 40650 Hwy 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
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2009 Antique & Collectible Show in Downtown Coarsegold |
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Friday, May 22nd through Monday, May 25th - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Coarsegold Village, turn in at the teepee.
Free admission. Crafts, collectibles, art, food and fun for the entire family. Seven acres of free on-site parking.
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