E-News from The Dalles Chamber of Commerce

The Dalles Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter	September 7, 2010

in this issue

:: New Business Show from Y102

:: The Dalles City Council: Agenda

:: What's Happening

:: The Wild West Way: Premieres on OPB

:: End of Summer Program: hosted by The Dalles Dam

:: Beer Fest 2010: This Friday

:: Master Recycler Course starts Sept. 11

:: Help Us Help Others: "Buy A Blanket"

:: United Way - Community Yard Sale

:: Fall Term QuickBooks classes at CGCC

:: National Preparedness Month: Local Event

Dear Member,

This week's E-Newsletter is filled with new and exciting events for September!

From upcoming Fall Term courses to a brand new radio station show...it's all happening during this month.
Make sure you check out the What's Happening section for more events.

Don't forget that the Chamber is here to help you promote your business so send us your news items and promotions.
We'll make sure that they are seen by your fellow chamber members and others in the community.

Sincerely,
Salvador Miramontes Jr., Marketing and Communications Coordinator

New Business Show from Y102
Monday, Sept. 13 @ noon

Coming soon to a radio station near you, it's Business Beat, a new local business show with Rodger Nichols, starting Monday, September 13 and every Monday during the noon hour on Gorge Country Y102.

For 19 years, Nichols covered local businesses for The Dalles Reminder & The Dalles Chronicle.

Nichols was named Small Business Journalist of the Year for Oregon 2009 by the Portland district of the Small Business Administration. Now he's putting that experience to work in a brand new medium.

Listeners will hear interviews with local businesses, updates on local business news & government actions affecting businesses, all in the breezy style that made his Word on the Street column a long-term fixture in the newspaper.

If your business has changed hands, moved, expanded, won an award or even painted the outside, Nichols wants to help you share your recent news.

Contact Rodger Nichols at 541.296.9102, ext. 312 or news@haystackbroadcasting.com. Then tune in each Monday during the noon hour on Gorge Country Y102 at 102.3FM.

The Dalles City Council Agenda
No Meetings until September 13th

City

The next City Council meeting will be September 13th.

OPB Premiere - Oregon Experience:
The Wild West Way
September 9, @ 8PM on OPB

Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) will premiere the new documentary Oregon Experience: The Wild West Way about the Pendleton Round-Up on Thursday, September 9 at 8PM.

"Pendleton Round-Up: The Wild West Way," is an action-packed hour filled with fierce community spirit, pageantry and tradition passed from generation to generation.

Go behind the scenes to explore the Round-Up's rich history, including rodeo clowns and Indian pageants, and a succession of rodeo riders - African-American, Native-American and women - who defied the prejudices of the times to become crowd favorites.

Tune in Thursday, September 9 at 8PM on OPB and watch online anytime after the broadcast at opb.org/oregonexperience

The Dalles Dam Hosts
End of Summer Program
September 11, 17, & 25

The Dalles Dam Visitor Center will host special presentations throughout September to wrap up the 2010 recreation season.

Saturday, September 11 @ 1:30PM
Retired park ranger John Carlson will give a living history presentation about the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery Expedition. Carlson will assume the costume and character of Private Hugh McNeil, sharing stories and artifacts of the time period.

Friday, September 17 @ 1PM
Historical Outreach Foundation speaker Alisha Hamel will discuss the military side of the Lewis and Clark story. Her focus will be on Army values and significant skills the group used on its journey across the United States. Hands-on activities will demonstrate the connection.

Saturday, September 25 @ 1PM
Local history enthusiast Jerry Tanquist will answer the question, "What do railroads and canals have in common?" The answer: Celilo Falls. Tanquist will present historic photos and documents to share the story of our local portage railroads and The Dalles-Celilo Canal.

The visitor center closes Sept. 30 and will reopen May 1, 2011.

For more information please contact The Dalles Lock and Dam Ranger Office at 541-506-7819 or visit www.nwp.usace.army.mil/op/d

Beer Fest 2010: This Friday
September 11 @ the Civic Auditorium

The Civic Auditorium Preservation Committee will be celebrating craft beers on September 11 at its 2010 Beer Fest.

Ten breweries, some nationally known, such as Widmer, McMenimins and Deschutes, have joined with local producers such as Full Sail and Double Mountain, providing over 18 specialty beers for the beer lovers pleasure.

This is a benefit fundraiser for the Civic and its plan to fully renovate the theatre. For $10, each guest will receive a Civic commemorative glass beer mug and 5 tokens, each good for a four ounce taste of one of these specialty beers.

It will be a first time event which the Civic plans to grow. Please get behind this exciting event and join the Civic on September 11 from 1PM - 9PM. Sponsored by Clock Tower Ales and Rivertap.

For more info, visit: www.thedallescivic.org

Become A Master Recycler: Course
Sept. 11 - Nov. 2 at Mosier Creek Terrance

For folks that are "gung-ho" about reducing waste and recycling more, here's a great way to get the formal training needed to help make a difference in your community: Become a Master Recycler through a class offered by TriCounty Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program.

Similar to the OSU Extension Service's popular Master Gardener program, participants will attend a series of mandatory classes and field trips, and be required to volunteer at least 30 "payback" hours in their communities.

The mission is to "bridge the gap between awareness and action by motivating people to reduce solid waste in homes & workplaces."

Classes are offered free of charge to residents of Wasco, Sherman & Hood River counties.

Since starting last Fall, the program has completed two rounds of course training with 22 graduates currently completing their "payback" requirements.

Their volunteer activities have included helping with waste reduction and recycling at schools, on-the-job & in child day care facilities; staffing booths at local farmers markets; marching in local parades; litter clean-ups; helping with a medical waste collection; helping at local hazardous waste collection events; and doing recycled art projects with children.

The Fall 2010 Master Recycler course will be held Tuesday evenings, September 14 - November 2 at the Mosier Creek Terrace in Mosier.

More info/application: www.tricountyrecycle.com
then click on "Master Recycler" link.

Or contact Cindy Brown at TriCounty Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program at 541.506.2636.

Help Us Help Others: "Buy A Blanket"
Every Saturday, starting September 11

Join the Oregon Red Cross educate Oregonians about the importance of preparedness and encourage their support of local disaster relief. Volunteer as a greeter for the 'Buy A Blanket' campaign and help us help others.

Help the American Red Cross rebuild lives simply by greeting customers in your local Fred Meyer store. The job is easy - spend only a few hours on a Saturday welcoming shoppers & handing them a card with a simple request to 'Buy A Blanket'. This virtual gift* then helps local families to get started with rebuilding their lives after a house fire or disaster.

From September 11 - October 2, every Saturday we'll be greeting customers in Fred Meyer stores around the state. Just sign up for a two-hour shift at the store closest to home.

For more information, visit: www.buyablanket.org

United Way - Community Yard Sale
September 25, Mid-Columbia Senior Center

Here is a great opportunity to turn those unneeded items in your closet and garage into cash, and at the same help fund deserving local charitable agencies. We invite local crafters & food vendors to join us in this worthwhile event.

Showcase your merchandise at one of the busiest corners in The Dalles; The Mid-Columbia Senior Center, located at 1112 W 9th Street. Don't forget that 100% of the booth rental fees go to local charitable agencies!

Application deadline is September 15

Please contact The Dalles Chamber at marketing@thedalleschamber.com for a digital copy of an application.

Fall Term QuickBooks Class & Small Business Management Enrollment
Beginning September 21, 2010 @ CGCC

The 2010 Fall Term class for QuickBooks Pro 2010 is scheduled to be held in The Dalles, beginning September 21. This class will meet each Tuesday from 6PM to 9PM for seven weeks.

Small Business Management I: Fall Term class is scheduled to begin on September 22. Class will meet monthly on Wednesday from 6PM to 8:30PM and will alternate between The Dalles and Hood River campuses.

If you're in need of training in QuickBooks or in need of assistance in the area of managing of your current business, we are now accepting registrations and seating is limited.

Contact Student Services at: 541.506.6011
and register today!

National Preparedness Month: Event
Sept. 11, 2010 @ Home Depot Parking Lot

The Wasco County Red Flag Task Force & Local Sponsors have planned a Preparedness Event to help you be ready.

Local Promotions

Base Graphics: New Look, Online

Our new website has launched!
Please visit www.basegraphics.com

And check out how Base Graphics
can make your business look more professional!

Peach Season Is Here!
Try the hand-dipped Peach Cobbler Milkshakes
Or bite into one of three new pies:

The bold Peach Cream Cheese Pie
Peach Cobbler Pancakes & Crepes
Or our traditional Peach Cobbler Pie

Only at your local Sharis Restaurants

Columbia Laser Skin Center: Happy Hour Event
Wednesday, Sept. 29th from 4-8PM: Come & Relax with us!
Columbia Laser Skin Center - in The Dalles

* Botox Special $10 per unit
* Calm Facial
* Hand Sugar & Scrub Massage
* Personalized Skin Evaluation
* Professional makeup application
by Claudine Ebel from Portland
* Swag bag containing skincare products, makeup
& other fabulous gifts! ($150 value)
* Martini Bar & Delicious Appetizers

Space is LIMITED, so buy your tickets now!
See all current specials at: Columbia Laser Skin Center Specials.

The heat is on with SUBWAY's Fiery FOOTLONG™subs
Try the sizzlin' NEW Turkey Jalapeño Melt-
Tender turkey, bubbly Monterey cheddar, spicy jalapeños
and a chipotle southwest sauce that'll ignite your taste buds.

Or bite into the bold Buffalo Chicken -
Loaded with grilled chicken tossed in bold buffalo sauce
and topped with creamy ranch.

Fiery FOOTLONG™ subs. Eat bold! GET FIRED UP TODAY

Rivertap Pub Summer Hours
SUN-THURS Open at 4PM, FRI & SAT Noon - Midnight
HAPPY HOUR DAILY from 4-6PM
Located next to TACO DEL MAR & THE MINT.
701 E 2nd Street, Downtown The Dalles; (541)769-0059
OPEN EVERYDAY. www.rivertappub.com Go with the flow.

Dave's Hometown Pizza Offers Milkshake Mondays
Milkshakes for $2 with pizza purchase at regular price.
Get up to 2 with medium and 4 with large.
Check us out at Dave's Hometown Pizza or Facebook.

Come to Erin Glenn on Friday Nights
Northwest grown music, food, and beverage! Enjoy our special monthly dance party opportunities, as well!
Also, follow our Twitter and Facebook pages for more details about events and to give us feedback!

We have live music every Friday night from 7-10 pm or so.
$5 cover charge (except where noted) allows you to enjoy a wide variety of live music and monthly (or MORE) dance parties!
Along with great tunes, we offer a variety of tasty foods from our menu.
For more information click here: Erin Glenn Wines at The Mint

Cousin's Restaurant & Saloon
Rock Bottom Wednesdays! A burger, beer, and bottomless fries for only $5.00!
Available in the Gandy Dancer Saloon from 4pm to 9pm!
The best deal in town! Cousins' Rock Bottom Wednesdays.

Buffet Breakfast Sundays from 9am to 2pm
Meal comes with a variety of homemade breakfast items and pastries and fresh fruits and waffle bar.
Adults are $11.99, Seniors are $9.99 and kids eat for only $4.99. Come check us out!

Cups For Pups
Good Coffee-Good Causes. Mo Joe's coffee located at 400 East Second Street, The Dalles
has banned together with Home at Last Humane Society for a good cause.

When you purchase a coffee or smoothie from Mo Joe's $2 from every cup sold goes
to help homeless and unwanted pets at Home At Last, The Dalles.

Windseeker Restaurant Specials
Enjoy Singing? Karaoke on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 9PM - 2AM at The Portside.
We have brand new state of the art Sound system.
Come to the Portside and let us make you a star.

The Windseeker Restaurant Caters on site and off site for all your special gatherings.
Let us take care of the cooking for you partys, reunions receptions, or special gatherings.
Call 541-298-7171 for more information.

Why cook on Sundays? Bring your family to the Windseeker for Sunday Brunch.
Available every Sunday from 10AM - 2PM. What a great way to spend time as a family.
Enjoy the view of the Columbia River as you share a delicious meal.

The Windseeker Restaurant - The only river side dining in town. Our deck is open and NOW SERVING.
For more information: windseekerrestaurant.com.

Golf etc logo

READY...SET....MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

It's our 3^rd ANNUAL CLEARANCE EVENT!

Everything in the store will be marked down from 10% - 50%

WHEN: Monday, Sept 13^th thru Saturday, Sept 18^th

HOURS: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

We are excited to offer you blow-out pricing on current stock while there is still plenty of golf to play. Inventory MUST be reduced to make room for the new product. Enter to win a $50 gift certificate.(Sale prices are limited to stock on-hand, no special orders, and can not be combined with any other offer. Excludes all Ping products.)

2920 West Cascade Ave., Suite 101 Hood River, OR 97031 541-386-7686 F: 541-386-7687

DID YOU KNOW?

"A dollar spent at a locally owned store is usually spent 6-15 times before it leaves the community. From $1, you create $5-$14 in value within your community."

"Spend $1 at a national chain store and 80% of it leaves town immediately."

Quotes: Tim Mitchell, first cited in 'E' Magazine - article available through the Northwest Earth Institute's 'Changes For Sustainable Living' discussion course book.

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Offer Expires: 12/31/10

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Offer Expires: 12/31/10