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| The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter | November 16, 2010 | |
DISCLAIMER:
The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce has provided this electronic newsletter ("e-newsletter") free of charge. The items contained herein are published as submitted and are provided for general information purposes only. Readers should not rely solely on this information, but should make their own inquiries before making any decisions.
We work to maintain up-to-date information, however, no responsibility is accepted for any errors or omission or results of any actions based upon this information. If you have any questions regarding any of these items, contact the organizational representative of that source/information.
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Dear Member,
The holiday season is upon us. Let's make the best of it in 2010.
Check out the What's Happening section for upcoming 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 & Communications Coordinator
The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce - 404 W. 2nd St., The Dalles, OR 97058 - 541.296.2231 - www.thedalleschamber.com
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Plan to Attend PubTalk
Tuesday, Nov. 16, 5:30-7:30PM
@ the Solstice Wood Fire Cafe
415 West Steuben, Bingen, WA
PubTalk is an informal event that provides a great opportunity to learn about local entrepreneurs, network and make connections.
Come join PubTalk on Tuesday, November 16, at the Solstice Wood Fire Cafe in Bingen, WA.
Keynote Presentation:
"Columbia Gorge Airport Expansion Update
Potential Vendor & Entrepreneurial Opportunities"
by: Chuck Covert, Airport Manager &
Mike Canon, Klickitat Co. Economic
Development Director
To RSVP, contact Marsha Holiston at:
info@mtadamschamber.com or 509.493.3630
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The Dalles City Council Meeting
Monday, November 22nd @ 5:30PM
City Hall Council Chamber - 313 Court St.
CONSENT ACTIONS
Items of a routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the Consent Agenda to allow the City Council to spend its time and energy on the important items and issues. Any Councilor may request an item be "pulled" from the Consent Agenda and be considered separately.
Items pulled from the Consent Agenda will be placed on the Agenda at the end of the "Action items" section.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Public Hearing to Receive Testimony Regarding Lone Pine Village Re-Zone of Six Lots from Recreational Commercial (CR) to General Commercial (CG).
[Agenda Staff Report #10-093]
ACTION ITEMS
A. Public Input Regarding proposed Rate Increase for The Dalles Disposal Service.
[Agenda Staff Report #10-094]
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Review Report and Financial Analysis Regarding Delayed Annexations.
[Agenda Staff Report #10-089]
B. Discussion Regarding Request by Northwest Music to Extend the Downtown Parking District on the East Side of Laughlin Street Between First and Second Streets.
[Agenda Staff Report #10-095]
*Complete list, click: City Council Agenda
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Holiday Specials:
November - December
Hazel Phillips Travel
"A Christmas Story"Gerding Theatre - Portland, OR
Two Matinee Performances
Sat., Nov. 27 - 2PM
Sat., Dec. 04 - 2PM
(Adults - $30, Students - $20) -------------------------------------- "The Nutcracker Ballet"Keller Auditorium - Portland, OR
Two Matinee Performances
Sat., Dec. 11 - 2PM
Sat., Dec. 18 - 2PM
(All Tickets - $28)
Limited Seating Available
Ask About Special Hotel Rates
for either of these packages.
--------------------------------------"Rockettes" LIVE! Rose Garden - Portland, OR
Sunday, December 26
(8 Tickets Available - $50 per person)--------------------------------------
For more information, contact
Hazel Phillips Travel: 541.296.6105
www.hazelphillipstravel.com
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Have you heard?...
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 27, Nationwide
First there was Black Friday, then Cyber Monday. This year, November 27th is the first ever Small Business Saturday, a day to support the local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country.
Small Business Saturday is a national movement to drive shopper to local merchants across the U.S.
More than a dozen advocacy, public and private organizations have already joined American Express OPEN, the company's small business unit, in declaring the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday.
For more information, visit: www.smallbusinesssaturday.com
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Native American Heritage Art Market:
Experience Authenticity
Museum at Warm Springs
2189 US Hwy. 26
Museum at Warm Springs presents:
"Native American Heritage Art Market"
Sat., November 27 - 9AM-4PM
Sun., November 28 - 10AM-3PM
"Entry: 1 Canned or Dried Food Item"
Authentic Native American Arts & Crafts
made by local Native Americans
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Stop on by and do your holiday shopping with us!
We welcome everyone to enjoy our annual event
For more information contact: 541.553.3331 x407
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Calling All YoPros!
Join the Young Professionals Network
Looking to become a Young Professional in the Columbia Gorge but aren't sure how?
Introducing the Young Professionals (YoPros) Network in The Dalles - a growing group of professionals, age 21-40, who want to positively impact the community, network, advance their careers, and have fun while in the process.
Join the YoPros to be inspired and empower other local young professionals to advance their career and networking with business leaders in our community, while being socially responsible.
For more information contact TDACC at: marketing@thedalleschamber.com
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What's Happening?
Your Guide to Local Happenings:
Events for 11/16 - 11/23
16 Personal Property Tax Workshop
9AM-NOON @ CGCC Boardroom
FREE; Pre-register @ 541.506.6011
16 Lecture Series @ 11AM
@ Mid-Columbia Senior Center;
Medical Options, with Jeff Eagan
16 The Dalles Lions Club Meeting
Noon @ Spooky's
16 Cherry Park Group (Music)
@ Mid-Columbia Senior Center
7PM-9PM; FREE or donation
16 PUB-Talk @ Solstice Café
415 W. Steuben, Bingen, WA
5:30PM-7:30PM
17 The Dalles Rotary Club Meeting
Noon @ the Civic Auditorium
17 Querencia @ The Dalles/Wasco
County Library; 7PM - 8PM;
led by Lyn Craig
Info: 541.296.2815
17 "Brain Health Roundtable"
@ Mid-Columbia Senior Center
9:30AM-11PM; Roger Anunsen, speaker
17 "Jump Start Aging Brains"
@ Hawks Ridge Retirement Community,
HR; 1:30PM-3PM; Roger Anunsen, speaker
17 Providence Hood River Memorial
Hospital Harvest & Gift Sale
8AM - 2PM @ PHRMH Edu. Center;
Hand-crafted items & baked goods
Info: 541.387.6474
18 The Dalles Kiwanis Meeting
Noon @ Spooky's
Bob & Bonnie Earls on a visit to
Washington D.C.
18 Toastmasters Meeting
Noon @ CGCC Board Room
Info: Patti Blagg, 541.298.4352
18 Business After Hours
"Shoppes of Court Street"
Chamber Members & Guests
Info: TDACC, 541.296.2231
19 Hazardous Waste Collection
For Household & Business;
9AM - 2PM @ The Dalles Disposal
Info: Cindy Brown, 541.506.2636
19 Author David Ash: Haiku series signing
1PM - 3PM @ Klindt's Booksellers
Located at 315 E. 2nd Street
19 November Comedy:
Rylee Newton & Dwight Slade
presented by The Portage Grill;
8PM; 21 & Over event; $10
Info: Portage Grill, 541.298.3287
19 Annual VIP Event
"Evening in the Caribbean"
@ Discovery Center; Tickets $15
Info: 541.298.4352 x245 or email
cpurcell@gorgediscovery.org
20 St. Peter's Bazaar
@ St. Mary's Academy; 9AM - 4PM
Info: Georgia, 541.296.2941
20 Rainwater Catchment Workshop
@ Underwood Community Center,
951 Schoolhouse Rd., Underwood, WA
8:30AM - 12:30PM; Pre-register @
509.493.1936, $5 @ the door
20 Community Thanksgiving Dinner
@ Moro Community Presbyterian Church,
204 4th Street, Moro, Oregon
5PM; Everyone is welcome!
20 Brodie & Mateo: Live Music!
@ Imperial River Company,
Maupin, OR; 7:30PM; FREE
All Ages Are Welcome To Join
Info: 800.395.3903
20 Christian Kane @ Kah-Nee-Ta
21 & over event, doors open @ 7PM
Info: 800.544.4786
www.kahneeta.com
20 Hood River Saturday Market
Holiday Market, 9AM-7PM
@ West Side Elementary School,
3686 Belmont Dr., Hood River, OR
Info: 541.387.8349
20-21 Drawing & Painting the Figure
@ The Dalles Art Center
Info: 541.296.4759
21 "Songs of Oregon" Concert
@ Discovery Center; 1PM
singer/songwriter Christian Duane
Info: 541.296.8600
22 Community Thanksgiving Celebration
@ Canyon Rim Manor, Maupin; 12PM
Donations are welcome
23 Lecture Series @ Mid-Columbia
Senior Center; with Dr. Maria Thomas,
Geriatrician; MCMC; 11AM
23 The Dalles Lions Club Meeting
Noon @ Spooky's
23 Kiwanians meet with Lions
Noon @ Spooky's
(no meeting Nov. 26)
23 GTA Meeting @ Rivertap Pub
703 E. 2nd St., The Dalles; 7PM
FREE for GTA Members, $5 for non
Info: 541.296.2266
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Tis' the Season at Grinders Coffee
Two major events are occurring:
Valid from now until Christmas
Grinders Coffee, located in Downtown The Dalles, has two major events that are occurring during this holiday season. Check them out:
Coffee for KidsBring in any new, unwrapped TOY
and received a FREE
16oz drink of your choice!
(Toy will be place with a local child
in need of a Merry Christmas!) -------------------------------------- Coffee Cash/FREE Drink!Purchase $25 Coffee Cash...
Receive...a FREE 16oz drink!
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For more information,
contact Grinders Coffee:
541.296.3553
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November GTA Meeting Invitation
Tuesday, November 23 @ 6:30PM
Rivertap Pub, 703 E. 2nd St., The Dalles
Join the Gorge Tech Alliance (GTA) to learn about important FREE and low-cost resources for tech-based businesses offered by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL).
The Economic Development Office at PNNL works to help you start, grow, or revitalize your business. They help you tap into technology experts, facilities and other resources available at the Laboratory...some at no cost to you.
"Valuable Tech Business Resources from
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory"
topic presented by: Dr. Gary Spanner
Manager, Economic Development Office
Cost: FREE for GTA Members,
$5 for non-GTA Members
Snacks provided & No-Host Bar
Full menu available. All are welcome!
For more information, contact Jessica Metta at:
jessica@crgta.org or 541.296.2266
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"Songs of Oregon" Concert
Sunday, November 21st @ 1PM
Discovery Center & Museum
Singer and songwriter Christina Duane will be performing a live concert at the Discovery Center on Sunday, November 21st.
Her new CD, "Oh Oregon; Songs of Oregon" honors the history and natural beauty of the state in a textured, blend of folk, classical, rock, jazz and Celtic melodies.
FREE performance to members and included with paid admission.
For more information, please contact the Discovery Center at: 541.296.8600 or visit: www.gorgediscovery.org
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Sister City: Visiting, with numbers
December 14 - 19, 2010
Need Help with Hosting
We are about to have the largest group to ever visit The Dalles coming from Japan!
They arrive December 14 and depart December 19. Arrival time will be mid-day. Transportation from and to the airport has been arranged.
There are a number of home stay opportunities for anyone interested. They involve the following:
21 - Junior High School Students
2 - High School Students
5 - Adults
Some activities have been planned: An assembly or time in class at the middle school and dress rehearsal for the Christmas Concert of the Gorge Winds Band. Other activities to be considered include a day at the mountain.
For more information or if interested in being a host, please contact Bob McFadden at: 541.340.1900 or email: bob@thegoldenkey.com.
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Musical Blast At The Sunshine Mill
Upcoming Events: Nov. 17 - Nov. 28
Wednesday, November 17: 7PM - 10PM
Open MIC Night: with Les Vaughn
FREE for performers and fans!
Wine, Beer & Food available!
NO COVER!
Thanksgiving Weekend: Nov. 26-28
LIVE Music: with Tracy Klas & Nate Stranz
Wine Discounts all weekend!
New Vintage Releases
Noon-10PM (Friday & Saturday)
Noon-6PM (Sunday)
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"Photos with Santa" in November
Starting Friday, November 26th
Additional Dates in December
Wonderworks Children's Museum of the Gorge continues it's over 25-year old tradition of offering photos with Santa!
The first date is after the Starlight Parade on Friday, November 26th, 2010 in downtown The Dalles. Additional times will be from 1-4PM on Saturdays before Christmas (Dec. 4th - 18th).
All pictures will take place at the Transportation Center located at 201 E. Federal Street and are instantly ready to take home with you. There is a suggested donation of $5 per picture with all picture proceeds to benefit Wonderworks.
There will be sleigh rides with Santa, sponsored by the Downtown Business Association.
For more information about Wonderworks, please call: 541.980.5922 or visit: www.wonderworkschildrensmuseum.org
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Reality Hits Home: A Powerful Parent & Child Prevention Experience
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 6PM - 7:30PM
The Dalles City Hall, 313 Court St.
Reality Tour, a YouthThink event, is an innovative drug prevention & awareness program that takes you into the life of a teen involved with alcohol, marijuana and prescription drugs.
The experience is appropriate for ages 10 and up when accompanied by a parent.
Dramatic portrayal of a teen on drugs - from Arrest & Detention to Overdose & Death - is what too many families have experience in real life.
The cost to attend is just $5 per family. Due to facility limitations, the program is open to the first 40 registered participants.
For more information and/or registration, please call YouthThink at: 541.506.2673
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FREE Training for Oregon Businesses
1-hour training course on the new Oregon
Domestic Violence Victims Leave Law
Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) and John Hopkins University are offering Oregon business supervisors a FREE and confidential,
1-hour training on the new Oregon Domestic Violence Victims Leave Law.
The impact of domestic violence on workplace safety and productivity will also be discussed.
Training will include information on policy, Oregon employment laws, response tools and resources for domestic violence victims.
Training performed at your business, at a time convenient to you. Participants will be entered into a lottery for a chance to win a $25, $50 or $100 gift card.
For more information or to schedule your training session, please contact Kendra Evans at: 503.329.8216 or toll free at: 866.979.1166.
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Round-Up Fans Create
Their Own Photo Album
Submission Deadline: Dec. 15, 2010
Location: Tamástslikt Cultural Institute
Attendees, participants, and fans, who celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the Pendleton Round-Up, are invited to submit their photos in order to create a community-based multimedia exposition.
A multimedia show produced in the form of an electronic slide show, complete with a locally produced soundtrack, will be shown in the Tamástslikt theater on January 13, 2011 with the accepted images.
Everyone is invited to send up to three (3) digital photos that capture this year's anniversary excitement. The photos should be personal in showing family and friends celebrating the culture of the famous Round-Up and the tribal component that makes it unique.
Photos must be sent electronically to: Randall.Melton@tamastslikt.org. They should be of high quality. The deadline is December 15, 2010.
For more information, contact Tamástslikt Cultural Institute at: 541.966.9748 or visit: www.tamastslikt.org.
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Holiday Celebration Season:
Casa El Mirador Style
Enjoy the Banquet Room
Gift Certificates Available
Celebrate holidays...Casa El Mirador Style:
Make it a FiestaBring in all your family and friends
in our very own banquet room
Have your own buffet
(for up to 50 people)
-------------------------------------- Gift Certificates!(Buy them from now until December)
Receive a FREE LUNCH CARD
for every $30 you spend!
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Local Promotions
Cascade Acupuncture Center's
Annual Product Sale
All products are 15% OFF! For details,
call: 541.298.2378 or 541.387.4325
www.cascadeacupuncture.org
Holiday Parties! With Balch Hotel
Book by Nov. 24 and receive complimentary
items for your pre-dinner party gathering!
Call: 541.467.2277 and visit Balch Hotel today!
SUBWAY's Commit to Fit Sweepstakes:
Win up to $26,200 in cash and more!
Check it out today at your local Subway
Columbia Laser Skin Center:
Plenty of November Specials
See Columbia Laser Skin Center Specials today
"Fall Bliss Packages" available @ Celilo Inn
See web site for details: www.celiloinn.com
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DID YOU
KNOW?
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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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