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December 6-8, 2013
"Shop, Mingle & Jingle"
in Solvang all Weekend Long!
Enjoy Unique Gifts Galore, Deep Discounts, and Delights
Solvang, the California Central Coast's answer to "Christmas Town", is welcoming holiday shoppers multiple merchant-driven events and happenings during from both near and far, with the month of December. The town will, for the first time, host a three-  day holiday shopping extravaganza,
"Shop, Mingle & Jingle"
Friday through Sunday, December 6 through 8, 2013, in addition to the monthly Solvang Third Wednesday event on, December 18, 2013, turning Solvang into a veritable holiday shopping wonderland.
Both of the December shopping and entertainment opportunities will encompass discounts and deals at Solvang merchants of all sorts, such as art shops and galleries; book-sellers; wine tasting rooms; wine and beer bars; clothing and accessories boutiques; home furniture, décor and hardware purveyors; restaurants, bakeries and specialty food stores; and pet supply shops. During Solvang's inaugural "Shop, Mingle & Jingle",  December 6-8, 35 of the town's merchants will open their doors to celebratory shoppers, with extended hours. Most of the participating businesses will remain open until 7:00 PM all three days, with some open as late as 11:00 PM (The Good Life -Craft Beer & Wine Cellar, Friday and Saturday; Randy's Taproom, Friday and Saturday). "We've collaborated with 30-plus local businesses to ensure that both visitors and locals, see that Solvang's sidewalks do not roll up at five o'clock," says Susan Williams, who heads up the Solvang Third Wednesday efforts, the force behind "Shop, Mingle & Jingle". Most "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" participants are  offering exclusive "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" deals - like Carivintâs Winery's Tasting Room, which will award shoppers who buy a case of wine with a case of Rosé, for just $20.00 - while some are also offering free gift wrapping with purchase. (Design Alternatives, Gaveaesken - The Gift Box, Parts Unknown, Rasmussen's, Valley Hardware, Wandering Dog Wine Bar, Z Folio Gallery).
As added shopping fuel, many of the "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" participants will offer guests free goodies, like mulled wine, sweets, and even a free olive oil tasting from a selection of more than nine varietals, at the Olive House. And as always, Solvang boasts ample free parking, the perfect accompaniment to a day and night of savvy savings. In an effort to entice visitors to "Sip. Sparkle. Shop Solvang." - well into the evening - a number of "Shop, Mingle & Jingle"  participants will feature live music during the three day event. "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" music options abound, with a Spun Honey performance at Cali Love Wine; live blues/rock at Kabuki Japanese Restaurant; a Spanish guitarist at Lions Peak Vineyard's Tasting Room; Sweet Adelines singers at The Mole Hole; live harp music at ZFolio Gallery; and other live music performances spread throughout the weekend at The Good Life, Randy's Taproom, The Home Connection, and Sort This Out Cellars. The full "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" music line-up, is available at:: www.solvangthirdwednesday.com/shop-mingle-jingle. Other "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" activities include a Gingerbread House Workshop at The Solvang Bakery (Saturday, December 7, 10:30 AM-8:00 PM); a beaded earring class at Kandra's Beads (varying class times, December 6, 7 and 8); a sushi-making demo - including samples - at Kabuki (Saturday, December 7, 6:30 PM); and special "Sparkling Flight" and "Port Tasting" menus with cheese and chocolate pairings, at Wandering Dog Wine Bar, which will also offer 50% off of wine flights with a bottle purchase (open until 10:00 PM Friday and Saturday; 8:00 PM, Sunday). Wandering Dog Wine Bar will also host a "Wine Apothecary Wine Blending Seminar" on Saturday, December 7, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, where guests will be able to craft their own custom wine blend. Local Sommelier and Wine Apothecary creator, Billy Dim, will be guiding seminar participants through the blending process, while helping them to find the perfect wine for their palate. Guests' custom blends, which make spot-on holiday gifts, will be available to order as 750ml bottles in quantities of three, six or twelve. The seminar runs $25.00 per person, and will include all materials needed for blending. The Wildling Art Museum will help " Shop, Mingle & Jingle" guests to keep their creative holiday juices flowing, with a Saturday, December 7 Open House and Craft/Art Fair, featuring face painting (12:00-3:00 PM), ornament making (12:00-5:00 PM), and live music (3:00-4:00 PM). Susan Williams continues, "During the "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" weekend, there will be music emanating from open doors all over our light-filled, pedestrian-friendly village; holiday scents wafting through the air; and Solvang will be full of life - even after dark. We have great shopping. We have twinkling lights. We have fun." The following are Chamber Member Businesses who will be participating in the "Shop, Mingle & Jingle" weekend! Stop in and join the fun! Actors Corner Café Artistic Pony Studio, Ltd. Atterdag Village Serendipity Shop The Book Loft Cali Love Wine Carivintas Winery Casa Cassara Winery Design Alternatives Gaveaesken (the Gift Box) The Good Life Home Connection Kandra's Beads Lion's Peak The Mole Hole The Olive House
For a detailed rundown of businesses participating in Solvang's "Shop, Mingle & Jingle", their associated offerings or deals, and a schedule of live music and events set to occur during the December 6-8 promotion, please visit:
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 Join in the Festivities at the
Holiday Chamber Mixer!
On December 12th don your favorite Santa hat, holiday fascinator, tie or sweater - you may win a prize!
The Wildling Museum is hosting this Merry gathering from 5 - 7 pm.
There will be great food, drink and music provided by the "West End" businesses. Fabulous raffle prizes, including treasures brought back from Russia and more!
Bring a toy for the Fulfill A Wish - Toys For Tots Foundation.
This year the Foundation is Collaborating with People Helping People for the Marine Corps kids, as well as other children. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information contact the
Chamber office: 805-688-0701
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Happy Holidays
to you and your Family!
We want to Thank the Orona Family for once again hosting Chamber members on the Solvang Trolley featuring their gorgeous Belgium horses.
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Solvang 3rd Wednesday
December 18th
Shop Solvang! Save Money! Have Fun!
Solvang's Monthly "Third Wednesday"
Offers Refuge and Respite to
Holiday Shopping Stragglers.
The December edition of Solvang's monthly "Third Wednesday" will give holiday shopping procrastinators the opportunity to catch up on  last-minute holiday gift-buying with deals and discounts all over town, while also easing some of the inevitable and accompanying holiday season stress.
Solvang businesses will shape a shopper's paradise during December's Third Wednesday, with regular Third Wednesday discounts at merchants and restaurants, the weekly Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market, the popular Third Wednesday Wine & Beer Walk and deals at Solvang hotels, as well as another Third Wednesday "Cash Mob".
December's "Cash Mob" gathering is at 5:20 PM, when "Mobbers" are invited to meet at the Gazebo in  Solvang Park (Mission Drive and First Street), each bearing $10.00 to spend. The "Cash Mob" will travel together - led by Christmas carolers from the Vineyard Voices Quartet - to December's "mystery"shopping location, which features lots of eleventh-hour holiday gift solutions, and will also offer an exclusive Third Wednesday discount, 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 Root 246 post-shopping, where "Mob" guests can enjoy Root 246's "Happy Hour" until 6:30 PM, with $4.00 appetizers, cocktails, beer and wine.
December's "Cash Mob" will also feature a free raffle upon the "Mob" gathering, with two prizes being awarded: Ten "Solvang Dollars" to spend at December's "mystery" shopping location, and ten "Solvang Dollars" to spend at December's post-"Mob" drink spot.
For more information visit:
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Book Now for a Great Trip
in the Spring!
Travel to America's Music Cities
 Enjoy a finger-snapping, toe-tapping time on this tour of America's most famed musical cities from May 18 through May 25, 2014. Visit New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville as you revel in the sounds of the blues, jazz, country, and good old rock 'n' roll. Experience America's most singular city in New  Orleans, home to the French Quarter where the world's great jazz musicians reside. Spend two nights in Memphis, "birthplace of the blues," and tour Elvis Presley's Graceland.
Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee and a backstage tour. Tour historic RCA Studio B and see where country legends recorded hit songs. A visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame is sure to have you humming long after you return home.
Space is limited so CALL NOW!
For more information contact the Chamber office: 688-0701 or Linda Johansen: 805-686-1644
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This Month's Advertiser Spotlight
(This could be you - call the Chamber Office
for more information: 805-688-0701)
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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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A Big
goes out to:
Everyone at the City of Solvang Planning & Development Department! We hope you did not miss this opportunity to see the world from the other side of the counter.
A Special Thank You
goes out to:
~The Olive House for pouring such wonderful wine.
~ Homemade and home baked treats prepared by Arlene, Lisa & Diane
The following businesses provided an outstanding selection of raffle items:
~ Actors Corner Cafe
~ Ascendent Spirits
~ Eco Angel Pet Care
~ Elverhoj Museum
~ Graphic Systems
~ HJ Investments
~ My Living Christmas Tree
~ Sock Loft
~ Solvang Antiques
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Upcoming Community
Events Calendar
Every Wednesday
Solvang Farmer's Market
December 2nd
Planning Commission Meeting
7pm - Council Chambers
December 5th
SYV Hotel Association Meeting
9am - Marriott in Buellton
December 6th
Executive Committee Meeting
9am - Chamber Office
December 6,7, & 8
Shop, Mingle & Jingle
December 9th
City Council Meeting
6pm - Council Chambers
December 9th
SCC Board of Directors Meeting
4pm - Chamber Office
December 12th
BAR Meeting
6:30pm - Council Chambers
December 12th
Chamber Mixer
Wildling Museum
December 17th
Conference & Visitors Bureau
8:30am - Council Chambers
December 18th
Solvang 3rd Wednesday
December 23rd
City Council Meeting
6pm - Council Chambers
December 25th
Merry Christmas!
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ADVERTISERS
SCC Member Inserts, Ads and Promo Specials
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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
Debbie Jones
HJ Investments
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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Keep Storm
Water Clean
T I P O F T H E M O N T H
Pesticides should be used carefully and only if necessary. Never use near floor drains, sinks or food. Baits and less toxic chemicals are available alternatives.
For More Information Contact:
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Looking for
a job?
Did you know that the State of CA Employment Development Depart. can help?
Follow this LINK to search jobs in Santa Barbara County and beyond by zip code and job category. In Santa Barbara County there are 500 job openings listed.
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Economic 
Tip of the Month!
By: Economic Development Director, Arleen Pelster
Small Business
Development Center
The Santa Barbara County Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides individualized consultation and training to new and growing businesses. There is no cost for these services.
The SBDC is
part of the Ventura County Economic Development Collaborative, the Los Angeles Regional Network, and national Small Business Administration (SBA).
Their consultants can
assist with preparation
of business plans, growing your business, SBA loan and grant programs, and other forms of business assistance.
Check out the SBDC website at
to see if your business can benefit from these free services!
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MEMBER NEWS
Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care cordially invites you to
 Angels Among Us
Holiday Remembrance Service
As we approach the holidays, many of us remember loved ones who are no longer with us to celebrate the season. The hospice staff and volunteers of VNHC want to support and acknowledge your love, sadness, and appreciation for those who now live in memory.
Please join us for our memorial celebration at either of the following locations.
Santa Ynez & Lompoc Valleys
Tuesday, December 10th - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Church at the Crossroads
236 La Lata Dr., Buellton
Thursday, December 12th - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Faulkner Gallery (inside downtown Library)
40 East Anapamu Street
We invite you and your family to celebrate the company of loved ones present and remember loved ones passed. You will have the opportunity to place an Angel ornament on the tree in memory of your loved one and enjoy inspirational music, holiday desserts and beverages prepared by our Hospice volunteers.
For more information contact:
Karin at 805-690-6233
 Congratulations to these Chamber Members who were "Best of the Valley" Winners!
El Rancho Marketplace- Winner of the Best Supermaket,
Best Deli & Best BBQ
Solvang Shoe Store - Winner of the Best Shoe Store
Chomp - Winner of the Best New Restaurant
Root 246 - Winner of the Best Outdoor Dining, Best Bar Drinks,
Best Dining Out Restaurant & Best Restaurant Service
Tower Pizza - Winner of the Best Pizza
Chumash Casino Resort - Winner of the Best Buffet
Union Bank - Winner of the Best Bank
Johnson & Johnson - Winner of the Best CPA
Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate - Winner of the Best Real Estate Company
Jack L. Collison - Winner of the Best Attorney
Star Drug - Winner of the Best Pharmacy
Solvang Friendship House - Winner of the Best Senior Facility
Rita's Flowers - WInner of the Best Flower Shop
Solvang Antiques - Winner of the Best Antique Shop
Wildling Museum - Winner of the Best Art Gallery
King Frederik - Winner of the Best Hotel
St. Paul's Cleaners - Winner of the Best Dry Cleaners
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Advertise With Your Business Cards Here
 
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NEW MEMBERS
The Berry Man, Inc.
This local Santa Barbara company is owned and operated by Santa Barbara resident Guy  De Mangeon.The Berry Man started on a shoestring in 1989, when Guy began selling sweet, succulent local strawberries out of the back of his truck. Going from restaurant backdoor to restaurant backdoor, starting with a few, the number grew as Guy's reputation spread.The inventory grew along with his reputation; more and more chefs asked Guy to carry more and more items. Les Clark is Vice President of The Berry Man, Inc. and a long time resident of the Santa Ynez Valley. Les moved to Santa Ynez in 1981 where he and his wife Sylvia have raised their two sons, Anthony and Daniel, who both graduated Santa Ynez High School.
HJ Investments
HJ Investments is a full-service financial firm committed to helping people pursue their  financial goals. The firm offers a wide range of high quality independent investment companies to individuals and business owners. These companies manage billions of dollars worth of assets ranging from stocks and bonds to real estate and energy investments. As an independent investment advisor, we are beholden to you, our clients. This means our number one goal is to navigate the increasingly complex financial landscape and invest appropriately to meet our clients financial needs.
Sky's the Limit Ballooning Adventures
Our experienced crew and FAA commercial licensed pilots are ready to take you on a journey surpassing any adventure you have encountered. Our pilots have over 30 years of  flight experience combined and each pilot is one of 24 pilots that provide passenger rides for the Albuquerque International balloon festival and have an impeccable safety record. Our balloons and vehicles are regularly maintained and inspected to assure a safe and unforgettable experience. We are a family owned and operated balloon company and your experience means everything to us! James Lawson, owner of Sky's the Limit Ballooning Adventures and also the Southern California sales representative for the second largest balloon manufacturer in the world, UltraMagic Balloons, located in Spain. He was born and raised in Encinitas, California and is proud to say that his company is family owned and operated and has been in business since 1997. He is an experienced pilot that has been flying all types of aircraft since he was 16 years old. He has flown hot air balloons in Mallorca Spain, Hawaii and Albuquerque, New Mexico. He got his inspiration one night to fly hot air balloons when he noticed one fly over him in the city of Encinitas. He then got his pilot certificate and later became an instructor for student pilots that are looking to obtain their pilot's certification. In addition, he is one of 24 pilots in the nation that is allowed to fly passengers in the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. "It's not the flying I love so much, its changing the way people think for a moment while they are up in the air. I also enjoy taking the handicap and the blind up. When they sometimes feel they cannot do it, we make it happen. We all need to step out of the box once and a while of day to day life!"
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Solvang Looks at 2014
From the desk of:
Kenneth Harwood
Economist
Solvang Chamber of Commerce
Solvang's economy should continue to grow in 2014.
Rising rate of real expenditure by residents and visitors in Solvang should parallel that of the nation. Real expenditure is current or nominal expenditure less the current rate of inflation.
Here are expected changes in rates of real spending by consumers in the U. S.
The rate of gain in real spending is expected to be more than this year and slightly less than last year. Rate of change is actual for last year, and estimated for this year and next year.
Consumer spending is expected to continue to rise slowly next year, Spending by  consumers accounts for about seventy percent of national economic activity. Other spending is by business and government.
Estimates of spending are from The Conference Board as of November, 2013. The Conference Board is a nonprofit membership and economic research organization. Some 1,200 members in more than sixty countries are private corporations, public corporations, and other organizations. Often the economic forecasts by The Conference Board are nearer to actuality than forecasts by the Federal Reserve Board of the U. S. government.
Number of single-family homes resold in California is to rise 3.2 percent next year, after falling 2.2 percent this year, as forecasted by California Association of Realtors. Median price is to rise 5.3 percent, having risen an estimated 28.0 percent this year.
Visitors' direct expenditures in California are to grow 5.9 percent next year, having grown 5.7 percent this year. Direct expenditures by domestic visitors are forecasted to rise 5.3 percent next year, while expenditures by international visitors rise 8.1 percent. International visitors help to improve our international balance of trade. On average international visitors stay longer and spend more than domestic visitors.
Economic activity in the wine industry of the U. S. should continue to improve in 2014, given present trends. Offered wine industry jobs posted online were seven percent more in October, 2013, than a year earlier. Direct to consumer shipments of wine were valued eight percent higher in October, 2013, than October, 2012.
Please see The Conference Board's U. S. economic forecast on the Board's Website. See on the Website of California Association of Realtors the housing market outlook. Dean Runyan Associates and CIC Research forecasted changes in California Tourism. See page 4 of latest California Travel and Tourism Outlook on the Website of Visit California. Wine industry statistics are in Wine Industry Data Center on the Website of Wines and Vines.
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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
485 Alisal Road, Ste. 245
Solvang, California 93464
805-688-0701
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