Express Yourself about Federal Healthcare Legislation
 You know there is legislation about your healthcare coming up for votes on the Senate Floor. We urge you to read about the choices and then, no matter which side you support, let your Senators and Representatives know where you stand on this important issue.
U. S. Senator John Cornyn
Russell Bldg., Room 179
Washington, D. C. 20510
U. S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison
703 Hart Senate Office Bldg.,
Washington, D. C. 20510
Congressman Lamar Smith
2409 Rayburn House Office Bldg.
Washington, D. C. 20510
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Young Entrepreneurs Boldly Start New Business
 We aren't aware of that many businesses that are started in a garage by four enterprising and musically talented teens and their supportive parents. But, that is exactly what happened with The Fortunate Ones aka David Cacy (Drummer/Vocals), Andrew Irwin (Lead Singer/Bass Player), Kyle Anderson (Rhythm Guitar/Vocals), and Garrett Dunlap (Lead Guitar/Vocals). These Champion High School Sophmores are learning about business from the inside. Their parents got together and funded a membership in the Chamber of Commerce for the band.
Advertising their style as "Classic ROCK with a new TWIST" these young musicians are playing out their dreams. They played their instruments alone in their garages and bedrooms for a long time before connecting with each other to form their band. "Music is in our souls," says David Cacy. "We want to see where we can take it. We have 55 to 60 songs on our playlist already. We take Creedence songs and Beatles songs, for example and add a little Green Day vibe to freshen them up."
If you want to hear their sound, they've already got some gigs lined up. They recently performed at the Salon Infusion Business After Hours Mixer on February 11. You can also stop in the Tin Roof Steakhouse where they play every other Wednesday night.
When you meet them you'll see why we're so excited that they joined the Chamber.
These guys mean business!
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AARP Tax-aid Returns to the Rainbow Center
 In these tough economic times, we're all looking for bargains. For the 21st consecutive year AARP Tax-aid will be prepring tax returns for free and E filing for free on a first come, first served basis in Boerne.
You can take advantage of these services as follows:
Rainbow Senior Center, 745 W. San Antionio Ave. started Monday, Feb 1 and continues every Monday through April 12 from 8 a.m. to noon.
Boerne Public Library, 210 N. Main Street in the Conference Room started Monday, Feb 1 and continues every Monday and Tuesday thereafter through April 13.
Please bring your 2009 tax data and your 2008 Federal Income tax return. Eight trained tax professionals will be ready to serve you, free of charge, no matter your age.
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Shop Local and Save
 We hope you've taken advantage of the many sales that are underway up and down Main Street following the holidays. Now is the time to purchase those late-winter birthday and anniversary gifts, and if your budget allows, to begin your stash of gifts for next year. Our staff shopped for some gift items the other day and found savings of up to 60% on some really fun things.
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Toyota of Boerne named "#1 Volume Tundra Dealer" in San Antonio, South Texas & Austin
 Toyota of Boerne has been awarded with the honor of "#1 Volume Tundra Dealer" in the San Antonio, South Texas and Austin areas by regional Toyota distributor Gulf States Toyota. The award is bestowed to the franchise dealership with the highest volume sales of Toyota Tundra pickups during the 2009 calendar year.
Toyota of Boerne President Vic Vaughan is especially proud of this achievement given the proximity of the Tundra manufacturing plant in San Antonio.
"We're proud to be a part of Tundra's success at the manufacturing level and here at the dealership where Texans can drive this phenomenal truck, " commented Vaughan, "All thanks go to the people and businesses in the Boerne community, as well as our incredible staff at Toyota of Boerne, for making this possible."
We know our members join the Board of Directors and the Chamber staff in congratulating Vic and his superb team at Toyota of Boerne.
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Berger Transfer, A Local Agent for Allied Van Lines Wins Big Award
 Michael Gilmore, General Manager of Berger Transfer, was recognized for achieving Customer Focus Performance Rating of Excellent for all four quarters in 2009 by Allied Van Lines. If you are looking for someone to move your cherished personal "stuff" you can contact Mike at (210) 5070in Let him know you want to contribute to his EXCELLENT ratings! You can relax and let his company carry the load.
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Denise Graves Thrives in 2009 Economy
 Denise Graves, CEO of The Graves Group was recently recognized at the Phyllis Browning Circle Awards held at The San Antonio Country Club for her accomplishments for 2009.
Denise ranked number 3 overall out of 160 agents at Phyllis Browning and she was awarded the SuperStar award for sales volume of $23+million. Denise thanked her Group for making 2009 such a solid year and she looks forward to a banner year in 2010. Denise and The Graves Group concentrates on the Texas Hill Country and the IH-10 corridor. She has been a active member of the Community since 1994.
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Do You Have the Cutest Family in the Hill Country?
Shutter Happy Photography is participating in the 2010 Charity Model Search to select America's Cutest Family and to raise funds for the non-profit organization Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep. All who want to enter their families in the contest may do so by calling Shutter-Happy Photography and will receive a FREE professional family portrait session with me, a FREE print consultation, a FREE 8x10 print, and one FREE entry into the competition.
The one favorite image from each local family will be uploaded to the contest site where finalists will be determined by online votes. Each vote is $1, and all proceeds from votes benefit Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep. Many exciting prizes will be awarded locally by Shutter-Happy. And the grand prize national winner receives a new car!!! For more information on the contest, visit www.shutter-happy.com or call the studio at 888-311-5207.
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Store House Decor Moves and Adds New Products and Services
 Store House Décor recently moved its office to 115 W. Highland #2 Boerne. New services include custom baby bedding, including bumper pads and bedskirts for cribs as well as small comforters and decorative pillows, and monogramming. In addition, if you are looking for oversized down comforters and pillows or are looking for a business that repairs and remakes draperies, you can contact Store House Décor at (830) 249-4945.
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River Rock Event Center Adds New Event and Opens with Glowing Reviews
 At the end of January the River Rock Event Center held its first quarterly Wine & Dine Night featuring an exquisite four course menu of French foods and wines. Everyone is looking forward to the second dinner on March 25 which will focus on Spanish cuisine and the perfect four Spanish wines to accompany each course. If you'd like to lavish someone special at this upcoming extraordinary dining experience, you are invited to call Janis Fair or Dixie Howell for reservations at (830) 755-8913. This event is likely to sell out early, so don't say we didn't warn you.
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Calamity Jane's Trading Company is Moving March 1  Don't fret - Calamity Jane's Trading Companyis moving one block from their current location - into the old Landmark Building at 404 S. Main Street, across from the Bear Moon Bakery. There is a moving sale underway making the luxurious furniture and home décor items even more affordable. Stop in and shop with Shawn and Jennifer and wish them well in their new location. And, the next time you are in the Chamber office, check out the gorgeous business card holder Calamity Jane donated to the Chamber. You are going to want one on your desk too.
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Boerne and Bulverde Urgent Care & Occupational Health Centers Receive Certified Urgent Care Designation from the Urgent Care Association of America
 Boerne and Bulverde Urgent Care & Occupational Health Centers, located in both Boerne and Bulverde, Texas, have received the Certified Urgent Care designation which distinguishes them as true urgent care centers. The clinics provide patients with walk-in, extended-hour medical attention with licensed providers for a large scope of medical conditions and have met all of the Urgent Care Association of America's established criteria.
Boerne and Bulverde Urgent Care & Occupational Health Centers provide convenient medical and acute trauma care for the communities of Boerne and Bulverde as well as the surrounding Hill Country areas, seven days a week. For more information, call (830) 815-1081. |
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Lillian's of Boerne is Adding Clothing to Their Already Ridiculously Affordable Merchandise
 This Spring, Tammy Otten is adding a spring fashion line that will complement the hundreds of fashion forward handbags and accessories that have made Lillian's the darling the female buying public in Boerne. Due in May, the Spring line will surely increase the demand for private Diva Parties so get on the phone today to book a party for your friends by calling (830) 446-2182.
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