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New Business & Relocation Guide will provide a comprehensive tool for businesses and residents
The Chamber has been working with City of Solvang staff to find ways to bring information to the business community.
Our City Connection brown bag lunch series has been covering topics such as storm water
management, new changes in the sign ordinance and change of use and occupancy regulations. These topics may not be the most exciting lunch time subjects but the participants have been engaged in lively discussions. They have also come away with a wealth of information and solutions to issues that effect their businesses.
Next up? On July 22, the Solvang City Council approved $15,000 for a new business and relocation guide. This new project will be a joint effort by Chamber and City Staff to create a guide that provides resources for individuals and businesses relocating to Solvang. It will also be a comprehensive guide for existing businesses and residents. All businesses in Solvang will be included and the invitation is extended to businesses throughout the Santa Ynez Valley. Upon completion we plan to have a digital version available on our new website. We welcome your input and will be sending information about the advertising opportunities available soon.
If you would like more information please contact Sue at the Chamber office.
805-688-0701
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The Solvang Chamber of Commerce welcomes Lynda Kelley to our staff
Lynda will be working in the office part time, taking your calls, answering questions and letting you know more about ways the Chamber can help your business grow.
Lynda is also working on Solvang Third Wednesday events so don't forget to
keep her up to date with your S3W offers.
You will get a chance to meet Lynda and say hello at the Member Appreciation BBQ August 15th at 5pm!
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SAVE THE DATE for the
Member Appreciation BBQ
August 15, 2013, 5pm
Every August we invite our members to an old fashioned BBQ to have some fun and say  "Thank You"
for all of your support.
This year we will be heading out to Hans Christian Andersen Park for the festivities which will include all of your
BBQ favorites including:
-- Pulled Pork and Tri-Tip
-- Tasty Side Dishes
-- Local Wines, Beer and
Soft Drinks for the whole family
-- Yummy Desserts
Test your skill with games for kids
of all ages and win fabulous prizes!
This event is FREE to all Chamber members, their families and employees so bring the kids and enjoy a relaxed evening in the park.
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 Solvang 3rd Wednesday
August 21
Shop Solvang! Save Money! Have Fun!
Solvang's annual 
End of Summer
Sidewalk Sale
Merchants have the opportunity to
display merchandise for sale outside
of their store on August 21st.
No cost to Solvang 3rd Wednesday
participants, $25 fee for others. Don't miss out!
This is one of only two days during the year sidewalk sales are allowed in Solvang.
If you'd like to participate contact Lynda Kelley at solvang3w@gmail.com for details.
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Spun Honey -
Country Americana Rock Band
Make sure to come to the last concert
in Solvang Park in the
2013 Solvang 3rd Wednesday summer series.
Formed out of friendship born from the love of great music and great wine, Spun Honey has quickly become the most sought after band in the Central Coast. Enjoy their unique range of stylized cover songs (from Hank Williams to No Doubt) and the ever expanding number of originals. Inspired by legends Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and The Band, along with contemporaries Avett Brothers, Miranda Lambert and The Zac Brown Band their music has a broad appeal.
Bring your chairs, a picnic and your favorite beverage. Concert is from 5-8 pm.
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 PCPA Production of Cyrano de Bergerac
at the Solvang Festival Theatre
Mention "Solvang 3rd Wednesday" at the box office, or when ordering by phone and get 50% off 2 Adult tickets for the
August 21st performance.
Limited seating.
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And of course, there are discounts at over 60 stores and restaurants and the Wine & Beer walk too!
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For Fabulous Music & Summer Fun
Check out Concerts in the Park in Solvang!
Saturday, August 10
T-Bone Ramblers
6-8pm
Wednesday, August 21
Spun Honey
5-8pm
Solvang Park
Bring blankets/chairs, picnic dinner and favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed)
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Solvang Chamber launches the
NEW program, Chamber for Good
Many of you have been hearing the buzz around a  new program designed to bring the needs of non-profits and the community together.
is called
Chamber for Good.
The idea behind the program is simple. Non-profit charities list items, volunteer opportunities and monetary needs on the new Chamber for Good website as well as fundraising events. Every Monday an email is sent with a list of needs to everyone who signs up for the email list on the Chamber for Good site. There is no requirement to respond but it provides an invaluable opportunity to spread the word about the needs in our community.
If you would like to sign up for the Monday email just click on the Chamber for Good logo on the home page of the Chamber's website. You can then sign up at the bottom of the page or you can click on the link below.
Help us spread the word!
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Wheels n Windmills
Opportunities for Merchants 
Wheels N Windmills will be returning
to Solvang August 24th.
The members of the Wheels 'N' Windmills car show committee want to give the local merchants every opportunity to entice the 10,000 + car show patrons into their stores and turn them into customers!
As in past years, each of the car show entrants (300 total) receive a "goodie bag" containing various sponsor-supplied items. They would like to give merchants in Solvang the chance to add your own promotional items as well.
For instance;
- Buy this, get that
- Discount coupons
- Event day specials
- Your own special idea...
They look forward to working with you to make this event beneficial to everyone. The deadline to submit your item(s) is Friday August 16th to be included in a special merchant's packet that will be provided in goodie bags.
Another possible opportunity is to donate a raffle prize. All donating merchants are announced during the car show and the merchants' business card is attached to the raffle prize.
Please call Dan at (805) 452-1194 to pick up
your items for goodie bags, your raffle donation,
or with any other questions you may have.
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Advertising Opportunities!
Did you know that you can enhance your exposure on the NEW Solvang Chamber of Commerce website for just $50./month? Call and ask us how?
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SOLVANG CHAMBER OFFICE HOURS
The Solvang Chamber
of Commerce regular
office hours are:
Mon., Wed. & Thursday
11 am - 2 pm.
Other hours by
appointment.
Contact Sue Moualim,
Executive Director at:
or 805-688-0701
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We want to thank
Union Bank for hosting a relaxing tropical themed mixer!
Thanks also goes out to: ~ El Rancho Marketplace for the fabulous food
~ Kita Wines
for the wonderful wine tastings
~ Crystal Rocha of FAB Designs for her incredible face painting talents
Thank you to the following businesses for donating
raffle prizes:
~ Apple Lane Farm
~ Casa Cassara
~ Coquelicot Wines
~ Courtney & Doherty LLP
~ First Bank
~ Larner Winery & Vineyard
~ Los Olivos General Store
~ Parts Unknown
~ Rideau Vineyard
~ Z Folio
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Upcoming Community
Events Calendar
Every Wednesday
Solvang Farmer's Market
August 5, 2013
Planning Commission
Council Chambers - 7:00pm
August 8, 2013
Board of Architectural Review
Council Chambers - 6:30pm
August 12, 2013
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers - 7pm
August 15, 2013
Chamber Member
Appreciation BBQ
HCA Park - 5:00pm
August 20, 2013
SCC Board of Directors Meeting
Chamber Office - 12pm
August 21, 2013
Solvang Third Wednesday
August 26, 2013
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers - 7pm
August 29, 2013
Solvang Conference
& Visitors Bureau
Council Chambers - 8:30am
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ADVERTISERS
SCC Member Inserts, Ads and Promo Specials
~ Rabobank
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SOLVANG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2013 Board of Directors
President
Wandering Dog Wine Bar
Heather Bedford
Vice-President
Graphic Systems Solvang
Kathelene Williams-Turk
Secretary
Kathelene Williams-Turk DDS - Comprehensive Dentistry
Daniel A. Johnson
Treasurer
Johnson & Johnson CPAs
Claudia Delgado
Santa Ynez Valley News
Tenley Fohl
Tenley Fohl Photography
Dan Greenwald
Paula's Pancake House
Brigitte Guehr
Mirabelle Inn
& Restaurant
Michael Larner
Larner Winery & Vineyard
Margee Lennard
Jockey Person to Person
Harlan Munneke
Mole Hole of Solvang
Chamber Economist
Dr. Kenneth Harwood
Executive Director
Sue Moualim
Administrative Assistant
Lynda Kelley
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Got Scarecrow?
October 11- November 11
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MEMBER NEWS
The 6th Annual CASA at the Vineyard Fundraiser
Sunday, August 18 from 1pm - 5pm
 Casa invites everyone to this year's event which will feature wine tasting from local wineries, Spanish cuisine by Testa Catering paired with Foley Family wines, silent wine auction, raffle and live auction.
The event will be held at the Crossroads Estate in Los Olivos
5017 Zaca Station Road. Tickets are $125 per person
Allan Hancock College welcomes
a new Superintendent/ President
The Board of Trustees of the Allan Hancock Joint Community College District is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D as Superintendent/President. The appointment was effective as of July 8, 2013.
For more information: 805-922-6966 or email kevin.walthers@hancockcollege.edu
Wildling Museum Open House Celebration
 Come celebrate the Grand Opening, Saturday August 24th, of the museum's new location at 1511-B Mission Drive in Solvang. There will be free admission all day with special activities between 11am and 3pm. Join them for free family craft activities, storytelling, music and more! Explore all of the galleries and five exhibitions celebrating natures beauty.
Author Karen Palmer book signing at the Book Loft
Karen will be signing her new book, "The Secret to Puppy Love", at the Book Loft in Solvang on August 3rd from 12pm - 2pm.
Karen just released this 2nd book called, "The Secret to Puppy Love" which is a new  innovative and interactive book that will help you have a more spiritual connection with your pet. A ground-breaking guide to dog training and life. A toolkit using law of attraction, mindfulness, and energy healing in dog training......and in life. This book will literally transform and improve all your relationships. A simple step by step system helping you discover the divine in your canine and in YOU! Filled with law of attraction experts, mindfulness, and several exercises. Karen sets you up for success. 42% of all dog owners admit their dog has behavior issues; this book is for you. See results after the first lesson. Karen has teamed up with several animal rescue organizations and will be donating proceeds from her book sales to help create a No-Kill Nation for shelter animals. Karen is affectionately known as "Solvang's Dog Whisperer". Her first book, "Dogs are Gifts from God" has been called an inspirational book that people can't put down.
For more information
visit www.positivelypetsandkids.com and contact Karen at karensyv@yahoo.com
Summer Computer Class at Solvang Library  Friday, August 23 join Eric Delgado for Tablets II - iCloud and How to Track your Lost Device. Eric is the voluntary computer instructor at Solvang Library. "Are you overwhelmed by all your modern technology devices?" Eric's goal is to teach you how to take advantage of your devices. This FREE 50 minute class will help you to understand what iCloud is for Apple devices and its equivalent for Android. Plus, learn how to backup your contacts and track/find your tablet or smart device when it is lost!
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NEW MEMBERS
Social Buzz SYV
 Marisa Yott of Social Buzz SYV can help your company understand how to implement social media into their PR and marketing communications mix. Marisa's expertise includes all forms of social media marketing tools including Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and Pinterest. Social Buzz SYV provides a wide range of services for your business whether you need market research, help with building a strategy for your business or are trying to build a new business. For branding and identity contact the Santa Ynez Valley's social media maven who specializes in putting a smile on your customer's face!
GEM Mortgage
 Through working with GEM Mortgage/Rene Martinez you will experience the benefits of having a direct lender work for you. The benefits of working with Rene as a direct lender are that you eliminate the "middle man" giving you the advantage of lower interest rates and lower closing costs. GEM Mortgage funds over 1 billion a year in home loans and Rene is ready to put his trusted experience and proven track record to work for you. GEM Mortgage enjoys full approval as a FHA direct endorsement lender, a VA automatic lender, a Freddie Mac seller and servicer and Fannie Mae approved lender.
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 Leading Industries in Which We Work From the desk of:
Kenneth Harwood
Economist
Solvang Chamber of Commerce
We who lived in the Santa Ynez Valley in 2011 worked for six leading industries. Here are the six, and the number of residents in each industry.
 Government included federal, state, and local governments. Most employees of government worked in public education, including school districts and University of California, Santa Barbara.
Accommodation and food services included lodging places, and eating and drinking places. Tourism was a leading industry in our industrial base.
Retail trade served both local residents and visitors. Most retail establishments depended for customers upon the combination of locals and visitors, and not one or the other.
Farms and ranches employed residents who cared for crops such as wine grapes, and for animals such as cattle and horses.
Private health care and social assistance establishments served people of all ages. Santa Ynez Valley residents on average were older than residents of California as a whole.
Non-durable manufacturing included goods having up to three years of service life. Wine making was a part of this industry, for example. Among important smaller industries for our employment were professional, scientific, and technical establishments; construction; finance, insurance, and real estate; durable manufacturing; wholesale trade, and information services. Please see University of California, Santa Barbara, Economic Forecast Project, North Santa Barbara County Economic Summit (May, 2013), page 43, for details from California Employment Development Department. Call 805.893.5148 to buy a copy of the report.
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Advertise With Your Business Cards Here
Place your business card here.
For more information call the
Chamber Office: 688-0701
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For more Information:
If you would like more information on these events or have news to
share, please contact Sue Moualim:
Solvang Chamber of Commerce
455 Alisal Road, Ste. 245
Solvang, California 93464
805-688-0701
solvangchamber@solvangcc.com
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