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Want to be more involved
with the Chamber?
Board of Directors Seeks
Candidates for Open Positions
The Solvang Chamber of Commerce is seeking a diverse group of Chamber members who would like to be on the Board of Directors. This is a great way for members to become actively involved not only in the Chamber, but in the community. Interested parties should be a current Chamber member and have time to devote to Board responsibilities and Chamber activities.
Solvang Chamber Board Members
must be able to:
- Serve a minimum of 1 two year term on the Board, starting January 1, 2013
- Attend Board meetings and important related meetings on a regular basis. The full Board of Directors meets once a month. Meetings last 1 - 1-1/2 hours.
- Make a serious commitment to participate actively in Chamber committee work.
- Attend monthly mixers on a regular basis. Mixers are held the second Thursday of the month from 5 - 7 pm.
- Participate in the Board of Directors annual strategic meeting, held in December
Interested? Complete the following questions and return them with a cover letter to the Nomination Committee Chairman no later than September 10, 2013.
- Why would you like to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Solvang Chamber of Commerce?
- If selected, how do you feel you could contribute to the success of the Chamber?
- What do you believe are the most significant issues or problems facing the Solvang/Santa Ynez Valley area?
Please send all questionnaires and information to Chamber President Susan Williams, susan@wanderingdogwinebar.com or send to Solvang Chamber of Commerce, Attn: Susan Williams, PO Box 465, Solvang, CA 93464.
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The Solvang Chamber of Commerce is seeking proposals for the new Business and Relocation Guide
The City of Solvang Economic Development Department and the Solvang Chamber of Commerce are working together to create a comprehensive resource for new businesses coming to Solvang, existing businesses seeking information, individuals considering relocating to Solvang as well as the community as a whole.
The following areas are open for proposals. Graphic Design and Photography proposals are being taken now through October 15th, 2013. Proposals for printing will be solicited at a later date.
Proposals will be accepted from all interested businesses with special consideration given for Solvang based businesses and Chamber members. For specifics of the project or more information please contact Sue Moualim at the Chamber of Commerce.
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Chamber Members Are Packing Blue Suede Shoes and Getting Ready To Explore Bavarian Castles In 2014!
In 2014 the Solvang Chamber is sponsoring two unique trips to satisfy your wanderlust.
 In May, Rock out in America's Music Cities! This tour is for 8 days from May 18 to May 26, 2014. Visit New Orleans, "Jazz Capitol of the World", don your blue suede shoes in Memphis and round out the trip in Nashville the "Music Capitol of the World".
SAVE $100 on early bookings for this trip.
In September, join us for a 10 day trip to discover  Switzerland, Austria and Bavaria. This tour is from September 3 -September 12, 2014. Space is limited and filling up fast.
SAVE $250 on early bookings!
For more information on these trips and how to book your grand adventure visit our website, go to the Solvang tab and scroll down to find Travel Destinations:
www.solvangcc.com or
call Linda Johansen 805-686-1644
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Courtney & Glover Capital Management Will Be Taking the September Mixer
To New Heights! 
Join us September 12 from 5-7pm
at the office and roof top patio of
Courtney & Glover Capital Management.
Kick back and enjoy the incredible views of our quaint little village. The Succulent Café will be providing a sampling of fabulous food from their menu. Excellent local wines will be poured by Casa Cassara.
Make sure to mark your calendars for this event. Relax and meet new and existing members in a fun and festive atmosphere. There are always lots of great raffle prizes too!
1607 Mission Drive, Suite 307
For more information: (805) 688-4943
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 Solvang 3rd Wednesday
September 18
Shop Solvang! Save Money! Have Fun!
Deals, Discounts, Dollars,
Sips and Socializing -
Solvang's Monthly "Third Wednesday"  Brings Back the "Cash Mob"
The September installment of Solvang's monthly "Third Wednesday" activities, to be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2013, aims to give both locals and visitors more proverbial "bang for their buck", as the town brings back its popular "Cash Mob" Third Wednesday activity.
Make time after you browse the Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market to check out the fabulous Third Wednesday deals at local restaurants & gourmet food purveyors, the popular Wine & Beer Walk and discounts from local merchants and hotels.
As a bonus
, September's Third Wednesday beckons guests to meet at the Gazebo in Solvang Park (Mission Drive and First Street) at 5:20 PM for the "Cash Mob"!
Bring $10.00 to spend as the "Cash Mob" will travel together to September's "mystery" shopping location - one of the local merchants - who will offer an exclusive Third Wednesday discount on their wares, allowing "Mobbers" to put their $10.00 to good use.
As a reward, to the "Mob" for showing their support of the "mystery" local business,
all "Cash Mobbers" are invited to Lucas & Lewellen's Tasting Room to socialize, post shopping, where all "Mob" guests will receive free wine tastings with the purchase of a bottle of wine.
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Celebrate the 77th Annual Danish Days, September 20 - 22, 2013
Dress in your most Danish costume, eat  Aebleskivers in the middle of Copenhagen, Drive that is, take part in a parade, watch artisans and craftsmen being creative, head out to the beer garden, listen to live music and definitely take this opportunity to visit the merchants, restaurants, tasting rooms and museums in Solvang.
Danish Days is a wonderful family event that kicks off the fall and holiday seasons and so much is new this year that you won't want to miss it.
If you are a merchant in town and would like information on how to give your business more exposure during the Danish Days event, please contact Sue Moualim at the Chamber office:
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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
everyone who came out to the Member Appreciation BBQ!
A special Thanks goes out to: ~Dan Greenwald for his BBQ skills
~ The Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Cheer Squad for donating their time. You did a wonderful job with parking, set up, games, serving, clean up and much more. You help make this event possible!
Figueroa Mtn. Brewing Co. for providing the fabulous beer!
AND to everyone who helped by donating time, games, food or prizes! We had a great time and hope you did too!
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Upcoming Community
Events Calendar
Every Wednesday
Solvang Farmer's Market
September 3, 2013
Planning Commission
Council Chambers - 7:00pm
Marriott in Buellton - 9:00am
September 9, 2013
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers - 7pm
September 12, 2013
Chamber Mixer at
Courtney & Glover - 7:00pm
September 12, 2013
BAR Meeting
Council Chambers - 6:30pm
September 13, 2013
Chamber Office - 8:30am
September 17, 2013
SCC Board of Directors Meeting
Chamber Office - 12pm
September 18, 2013
Solvang Third Wednesday
September 20, 21 & 22, 2013
Danish Days
September 23, 2013
City Council Meeting
Council Chambers - 7pm
September 26, 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
~ Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau
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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
Ellen Hall
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Got Scarecrow?SIGN UP NOW!!Follow this link for the
October 11- November 11
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MEMBER NEWS
The Wildling Museum brings art that celebrates
the beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley to Solvang!
Solvang Mayor Jim Richardson, Solvang City Council members, the Solvang Chamber of Commerce, Lois Capps' office, Wildling Museum Board of Directors, staff and members gathered on Friday, August 23, 2013 to mark the opening of the new museum facility in Solvang with a ribbon cutting and reception.
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The Wildling Museum, where art and nature meet, offers visitors a unique perspective on the importance of preserving our natural heritage. Through the eyes of artists, education and field experiences, guests can renew their relationship with the wilderness and understand its fragile nature - hopefully leaving more committed toward ensuring those spaces remain for future generations.
Exhibitions currently on view include:
Wilderness in Art: A Retrospective On view will be a stunning sampling of wilderness in art. Looking back at the Wildling's exhibition history and the beautiful works of art that have graced the museum's walls: Ray Strong, Dick Smith, Clyde Butcher, James Swinnerton, Conrad Buff, Marion Wachtel, Carl Oscar Borg, and museum founder Patti Jacquemain.
On view August 24 through September 29, 2013
The Nature of Water
An exhibit of the winners of the Wildling Museum's annual nature photography competition.
On view August 24-September 29, 2013.
Patrick O'Hara's Art of California Natives: Selections from the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
On view August 24-October 14
Sculptures by Bud Bottoms
On view August 24-November 30
Starstruck: Visions of the Night Sky by Third Grade Students in the Santa Ynez Valley
For more information, to volunteer and/or join as a member to support this important local arts and nature institution please visit www.wildlingmuseum.org, call 805-688-1082, or email info@wildlingmuseum.org. The Museum is located at 1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang, California. Free museum admission for the community on the third Wednesday of the month.
Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery Opens New Audubon and Gould Exhibit
"Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery has a new exhibit featuring works of John James Audubon and John Gould as well as a 1589 map of the Pacific by the father of cartography, Abraham Ortelius," said Judith Hale, of Solvang Antiques.
 "With plans to further expand importance and recognition of our art gallery, we are very excited to welcome these new pieces to Solvang Antiques," said Hale. The new exhibit features pieces from various renowned artists of the mid-to-late 1800's, such as Audubon, Gould and Karl Bodmer. Included are original prints from Audubon's Octavo Edition, Gould's hand-colored lithograph, "Family of Hummingbirds," and Karl Bodmer's hand-colored aquatint, "Fort MacKenzie" from "Travels in the Interior of North America."
The new exhibit is currently available for viewing and purchasing at Solvang Antiques, in Solvang, Calif. They are also available online at www.SolvangAntiques.com.
Solvang Antiques is located at 1693 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang, CA 93463, and is open seven days a week from 10:00A.M until 6:00P.M. For more information contact Judith Hale at (805) 686-2322 or visit www.SolvangAntiques.com
Find the Hero in YOU! The Viking's Blood Drive will be held Wednesday, September 11th, 2013 3 P.M.-7P.M. at the Solvang School Gym (lower campus). Donors will receive a $25 dinner voucher to one of many participating restaurants. Must be used by September 12th, 2013. Donors earn points toward great rewards with each donation including; movies, ice cream, DVD's games and more! Make an appointment online and earn an extra 100 points! Please bring a photo ID and donor card. Free cholesterol testing with each donation.
Faeries And Wine
An evening of Magic, Music and Mischief! 
Join us September 6th from 7pm- 10pm for a FUN-draiser supporting Solvang Faeriefest, a multi-cultural arts event!
Entertainment will include Krischana Bellydance, True Thomas the Storyteller and Tribal Gallop Drum and Dance. There will also be live music, fairy dancers, a silent auction, body art, costume prizes and photography.
The event is hosted by Sevtap Winery Tasting Room at 1576 Copenhagen Drive #1 in Solvang. Suggested donation: $15.00
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NEW MEMBERS
Thomas Kinkade
 The Thomas Kinkade Places in the Heart Gallery moved after 13 years to Copenhagen Drive. Places in the Heart exclusively represent the artwork of Thomas Kinkade, the Painter of Light. The gallery offers limited-edition canvas lithographs and a large selection of gifts and collectible items emblazoned with the artwork of Thomas Kinkade.
Thomas Kinkade was a painter-communicator whose tranquil, light-infused paintings
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bring hope and joy to millions each year. A devoted husband and father of four daughters, Kinkade grew up in the small town of Placerville, CA where his traditional values were instilled. His devotion to spreading joy and peace through his artwork was Kinkade's life goal.
Nanette Kinkade has been looking through the vast array of paintings Thom completed but had not released to the public; we are getting a few new paintings from The Thomas Kinkade Vault and from Thomas Kinkade Studios, a small collective of artists who apprenticed under Thom over the years.
"Thom has such a special gift, whether the painting is a mountain landscape, city scene or a tranquil bridge, each image possesses that special Kinkade Glow" Lynne, the gallery director stated. "It's so fun to see the collector's faces as I dim the lights on the canvases".
Fine Art Photography by Christopher Brown
 Christopher L. T. Brown is a Nature and Landscape Photographer living in Solvang, California with his wife Bobbie and French Bulldog Annie. Throughout Christopher's life he has had a keen interest in photography, experimenting with film photography in the 1970's and 1990's, digital astrophotography and the collection of star spectra in the 2000's. In 2010 Christopher returned with full focus to the creative world of photography after lengthy military and technology careers. He has since received acclaim for much of his work, and most recently for his photographic series on Oak Trees of Santa Ynez Valley California.
All of Christopher's work is hand printed on the highest quality fine art paper in limited editions of no more than 10. Each limited edition archival print is signed, titled and editioned on verso in pencil.
Key influencers of Christopher's work include, twentieth century pop art and surrealist as well as photographers such as George Brassaï, Henri Cartier Bresson, Man Ray, Jay Maisel and Frederick H. Evans among others.
Christopher's goal in his work as a photographer is to capture and express the sometimes-surreal nature of objects found in everyday life. His work ranges from the pure, to a digital blending of nature, which can be helpful in expressing his specific vision.
Limited Edition Prints, Fine Art Note Cards, and his book "Oak Trees of Santa Ynez Valley California" can be purchased directly from his web site at http://www.TychoBrown.com
Recent Recognition of Christopher's Work Includes:
- Selected Works from "Oak Trees of Santa Ynez Valley California" Exhibited in See Exhibition Space New York. July 2013
- Photo "Mossy Old Oak Laying Back" won second place in Rangefinder magazine's Take Your Best Shot contest and is published in Rangefinder's December 2012 issue.
- Photo "Looking for Redemption" was published in the book "One Life - Stories Told through Photography" containing selected works from the Best of the One Life 2012 International Photo Contest.
- Photo "Field of Crows" was published in the book "Exposure 2012" containing selected works from the Best of the Exposure 2012 International Photo Contest.
- Photo "Alien Roots" was exhibited in 2011 Art of Photography Show's international exhibition in San Diego August - October 2011. "Alien Roots" was one of only 109 pieces selected by Anne Lyden (Associate Curator of Photography at the J. Paul Getty Museum) from among 15,444 entries submitted by artists around the world.
- Photo "Cat in the Fog" was published in the book "One Life - Stories Told through Photography" containing selected works from the Best of the One Life 2011 International Photo Contest.
For more information: 805-694-8626
SBF Payroll - Solvang Branch
 Santa Ynez Valley native and President of SBF Payroll, Anton Riley, and his team of local payroll specialists are excited to open the Solvang branch for SBF Payroll. SBF Payroll was founded in Santa Barbara, in 1998 and is currently serving several hundred clients in the restaurant, vineyard, and thriving tourist industries among others.
"It's always an open door policy with SBF, each account is someone's family business, we do our part to ensure their business is successful with accurate payroll and tax filings. The Valley has such a unique, diverse culture of businesses, there's no place like it in the world and we are honored to be a part of it. We love payroll, it's what we do. Give us a call, we'll go out to lunch and just talk about where you see your business going. " -Anton
SBF offers free quarterly and year end filings, customized payroll reports, free processing of new hires, employee changes and terminations.
The Actor's Corner Center
 The Actor's Corner Center is located at 443 Second Street. Grace and Santo Lebecua are working to create a very special place in Solvang. Plans include a wonderful new restaurant that will offer a taste of Europe in the wonderful, private enclosed courtyard.
The Center is located just across the street from the beautiful park like setting of the Solvang Festival Theater with its majestic oak trees.
Also planned for the Center is a specialty shop filled with art and fine chocolate.
Watch for the grand opening celebration!
Succulent Café Wine Charcuterie
 Our vision is intelligent, tasteful cuisine that incorporates well-sourced, seasonal ingredients, utilizes successful recipes and pairs well with quality wine. Using the bounty of produce, seafood and game available in Santa Barbara County, menus are grounded in the standards of fine dining, focusing on flavor, elegance, simplicity and balance.
A distinct American spirit is applied to all of our dishes, and we continuously surprise guests with both preparation and presentation. With a special devotion to local ingredients, our menu boasts both the
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heart of comfort food and the delicate balance of culinary complexity. We believe in ample portions, hearty flavors and lively table conversation while advocating attentive service, with the spark and ease of jazz. We believe in community, farmer's markets, regulars and eating off of one another's plates - think of us as an elegantly heightened gourmet experience...dressed for casual day.
Open for Breakfast and Lunch Wednesday through Monday. Dinner Wednesday through Sunday.
Charcuterie Bar is open 7 days. Catering is also available.
For more information contact: 805-691-9444 or for catering: 805-691-9548
In 1936, the first Solvang Danish Days festival emerged in honor of the village's 25th anniversary. Ever since, Danish Days celebrates Solvang's heritage with authentic food, music, dancing, parades, live entertainment and family activities. In 1946, a reporter from the Saturday Evening Post (an influential magazine of the day) visited during Danish Days and the article that appeared in January 1947 put Solvang on the national map. It stated, in part, "Solvang . . . a spotless Danish village that blooms like a rose in California's charming Santa Ynez Valley. Old country charm and customs have been successfully fused with the American way of life.
Nowadays . . . the quaint village is busy living up to its affectionate name, 'Little Denmark'."
In the ensuing years, Solvang Danish Days continued to grow and became a signature community event. In early 1995, the Solvang City Council approached people from long-established local Danish families and other interested groups and recommended setting up a non-profit foundation to formally plan and organized the increasingly popular annual festivities. The original board members of the Solvang Danish Days Foundation were Ken Andersen, Brenda Anderson, Hans Birkholm, Max Hanberg, Howard Petersen, David Rasmussen and Henry Skytt. The Foundation members meet throughout the year to plan and organize the celebration. Donations and volunteers are always welcome.
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 Tourism Recovers From the desk of:
Kenneth Harwood
Economist
Solvang Chamber of Commerce
Tourism is a leading industry in the economic base of Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley. Visitors buy four main groups of commodities: (1) transportation; (2) recreation, entertainment, and shopping; (3) traveler accommodations; and (4) food and beverage services.
Visitors spent differently after the great recession than before. The recession began in December, 2007, and it ended in June, 2009. Here are changes in national spending, in inflation-constant dollars of 2005.  Visitors' total spending in 2012 was 5% smaller in constant dollars than it was in 2007, after cancelling the value of inflation. All four main commodities were included. The first and largest of the four economic pillars of tourism accrued in main to the visitor's point of origin--the home area of the visitor. A visitor typically bought transportation tickets before a trip. Spending on transportation in 2012 recovered all but 3% of its earlier value. The other three main sets of purchases tended to be concentrated at the visitor's destination. Recreation, entertainment, and shopping was the largest of these. Visitors scrimped the most on this. The category was 18% below its earlier value. Shopping meant nondurable personal consumption expenditures on commodities other than gasoline. Nondurables have a life of less than three years. Transportation expenditures included gasoline. Shopping in 2007 was 16% of total expenditures, and 13% in 2012. Traveler accommodations gained the most. Visitors in 2012 on average paid 13% more for lodging than in 2007, inflation aside. Part of the gain might be attributed to capital investment in existing hotel properties while the cost of borrowing was historically low. Another part could have come from little building of additional rooms in a time of rising population. Food and beverage services were another main category in which typical visitors spent less than they did earlier. The remaining gap to full recovery was 9% in 2012. Please see online U. S. Department of Commerce, Survey of Current Business, June, 2013, page 36, for detailed real output by tourism commodity in 2007-2012. Total dollars vary from detailed dollars because of rounding.
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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
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