Solvang Chamber of Commerce - August 2013

August 2014
Montecito Bank and Trust
Solvang Chamber Mixer 
August 21st from 5pm - 7pm 

This months Mixer will be held at
Montecito Bank & Trust - Solvang Branch

There will be fabulous food catered by
Polka Dot Catering & 
Local Wines will be poured

$1 Tickets for Raffle Prizes

Come and visit with fellow Chamber Members
and hear about the exciting B2B seminar
the bank has planned for September!



B2B Workshop - The Leadership Challenge
September 18, 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Rd in Solvang

Facilitators:
~ Daren Blonski, Sonoma Leadership Consultant
~ Judy Guillermo-Newton, SVP/Director of Organizational Development, Montecito Bank and Trust.

Topics:
1. How to apply the Five Practices of Exemplary leadership to real-life organizational challenges.
2. Evaluate your own leadership behaviors by taking The Leadership Inventory (LPI) assessment.
3. Gain insight and tools to foster a more committed and engaged workforce.

Who should Attend:
Management teams from businesses of all sizes.

Fee:
$79 if paid before the August 31 (after that is $159 pp) Register at montecito.com/events.
After Aug. 31, MBT customers receive 20% off registration fees.

Workshops:
4 hour interactive, small group session with more face time and individual attention with the facilitators, and plenty of time to network.

Promote your business:
Take advantage of the B2B Swag Bags when you register. All registered guests may include one promotional item in the B2B Swag Bags (size restrictions apply). They will be distributed to all guests at the events that you are registered.
For more information:
(805) 963-7511

Mysteries of India

Explore
the Sights, Sound and Color that ARE India!

This tour spans 15 days and 26 meals on an exciting adventure to discover the old world culture and natural beauty of India. Beginning in Delhi, India's capital, your journey will take you through palaces and temples, rickshaw and elephant rides, a national park and more!

To learn more about this incredible journey,
we invite you to join us for a
special travel presentation 
Tuesday, August 5th at 6:30pm.

Please RSVP if you are interested in attending
(805) 686-1644
The presentation will be held at
Bethania Lutheran Church
in the Parish Hall
603 Atterdag Road in Solvang.
Chamber Member Making News!

  

Heather Bedford,  owner of Graphic Systems Printers,  was presented with the "Volunteer of the Year" award at The Lompoc Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau Annual Dinner on Wednesday, July 23. She received an engraved plaque from the Lompoc Chamber, a certificate of recognition from California State Senator, Hannah-Beth Jackson, and another from the office of Khatchik Achadjian, California State Legislature.


 Heather was recognized for her work in Lompoc as the Chamber's Travel Coordinator.  She was also recognized for her work with "Shop Lompoc Shop Small",  a shop local movement started by American Express as well as "Sip Lompoc" which spotlights the wine industry of Lompoc.

 

Heather is a past member of The Solvang Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as well as The Solvang Friendship House Board of Directors. She was the co-creator of "Solvang Third Wednesday", the Solvang shop local program.


 In 2008, the Lompoc Graphic Systems Printers store won the Small Business Excellence Award. The Solvang location of Graphic Systems Printers will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary this month.


 
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hotel Corque in Solvang

EconAlliance and United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County, with partners Allan Hancock College, Santa Barbara County Workforce Investment Board (WIB), Lompoc Unified School District (LUSD), Santa Maria High School (SMHS), Center for Employment Training (CET), Central Coast Literacy Council (CCLC), the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) and others will host a community conversation 
introducing WALI - the Workforce Development and Literacy Initiative a collective impact effort to address the challenges of literacy in Santa Barbara County through the five collaborative 2020 goals below.
Goal #1: Double the number of associate and bachelor degrees awarded from institutions in the area

Goal #2: Provide at least 1000 adults annually with basic literacy skills (for WALI this means reading with comprehension at 8th grade level)

Goal #3: Double the number of career technical education (vocational/industrial) certificates awarded

Goal #4: Reduce by 50% the percentage of students unable to read at grade level (grades 3-11)

Goal #5: Double the number of children participating in at least one early childhood reading or reading readiness program in the region

Keynote:
Niki Sandoval, PhD, Education Director, Santa Ynez Band of Chumash and 2013 Governor Brown appointee to the California State Board of Education.

Facilitator:
Giovanni Rodriguez, CEO, SocialxDesign, Silicon Valley and Washington DC (Clients: Gates Foundation, AARP, U.S. Department of Education, the White House)


For questions and general inquiries:
Contact Victoria Conner at initiatives@econalliance.org or (805) 345-0688.

or register by phone at 805-922-0329

It's Flu Shot Time at the Buellton Medical Center! That means it's time to provide the staff with flyers to advertise your business to the over 500 people who come to get flu shots each year.

Just drop off flyers with your advertising for a special discount for locals or a FREE service and the staff at Buellton Medical Center will distribute them for FREE to the patients after they get their shots.

We want to Thank Buellton Medical Center for offering this wonderful service to our members.

Flyers must be received before September 1st to be included.

Buellton Medical Center is located at
195 W. Hwy 246 in Buellton.
For more information: 805-686-8555
Green Business 2013
Going Green

SCEEP Finds Santa Barbara Businesses
Save Thousands of Dollars By Going Green
By Kelly Kapaun for SCEEP
Published on 07.15.2014 5:44 p.m.

A new study from the South County Energy Efficiency Partnership (SCEEP) finds that 76 businesses in Santa Barbara County have collectively saved an estimated
1.15 mWh - or $154,153 in annual electricity expenses - by participating in a free, voluntary countywide Green Business Program.

The Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County offers incentives and assistance to encourage businesses to implement voluntary actions to protect, preserve, and improve the environment, and helps create an energy action plan toward energy sustainability. The program certifies businesses and showcases them so consumers can make informed decisions about what businesses to support.

Businesses such as lynda.com, MedBridge, and Dining Services at the University of California, Santa Barbara have completed measures beyond what current laws require in areas of energy conservation, water conservation, waste reduction and recycling, pollution prevention, and environmentally preferable purchasing.

For example, lynda.com estimates savings of $35,000 a year from energy efficiency upgrades identified during their certification process, including updating its outdoor water irrigation system, starting a commuting solutions program to help employees find carpool partners, and monitoring energy consumption through adjusting settings on computers, printers, thermostats and water heaters. The company also installed weather sensors that turn off sprinklers during rainfall, which decreased water use by 30 percent.

"At each step, we've received free guidance from experts in water and energy conservation, which was extremely helpful," said Dana Jennings, facilities supervisor at lynda.com. "Participating in the program established the beginning of our sustainability plan, and we'll continue growing and building on our success."

"Our goal is to make the program a really positive experience for businesses by offering assistance so they can make the connection between doing what's right for our local environment and what's best for their business," said Frances Gilliland, program director of the Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County. "The program includes unique businesses of all different sizes that are already making improvements in sustainability, so we provide the framework to take it to the next level."

The Green Business Program is supported in part by SCEEP - a partnership of Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, the cities of Carpinteria, Goleta and Santa Barbara, and the County of Santa Barbara. The SCEEP collaborative identifies opportunities for homeowners and businesses to take advantage of rebates, energy efficiency incentives, and other utility programs to save energy and money.

For more information on SCEEP, visit www.SCEEP.org.
For more information on the Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County, visit www.greenbizsbc.org.

Kelly Kapaun is a publicist representing SCEEP
moneybag_graphic.jpg
Need a Product or Service but need to SAVE a little CASH?

Check out the Member to Member Discounts on the Chamber website!
                                      
In This Issue
Solvang Chamber Mixer August 21 - Montecito Bank & Trust
Mysteries of India Tour
Chamber Member Making News
WALI 2020 Compact Informational Meeting August 6
Flu Shot Time at Buellton Medical Center
Going Green
Economic Development Tip
Keep Storm Water Clean
What a Solvang Chamber of Commerce membership entitles you to!
Welcome New Members
Solvang Third Wednesday
The Scarecrows Are Coming!
Healthy Lifestyles
Supporting Your Community
Entertainment & Night Life
Other Chamber Articles: 
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
Upcoming Community
Events Calendar 

Every Wednesday 
Solvang Farmer's Market
 
August 4
Planning Commission Meeting
6pm - Council Chambers

August 7
Visit the SYV/ SYVHA Meeting
9am - Marriott Hotel in Buellton

August 11
Executive Committee Meeting 
12pm - Chamber Office

August 11
City Council Meeting 
6:30pm - Council Chambers
 
August 13
Board of Directors Meeting 
12pm - Chamber Office

August 14 
BAR Meeting
6pm - Council Chambers
 
August 20 
Solvang Third Wednesday
 
August 21
Chamber Mixer 5pm-7pm
Montecito Bank & Trust 
 
August 25
City Council Meeting 
6:30pm - Council Chambers

August 28 
Solvang Conference
& Visitors Bureau
8:30am - Council Chambers 
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ADVERTISERS
  
 SCC Member Inserts, Ads and Promo Specials


SOLVANG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2014 Board of Directors

 

Debbie Jones
President
HJ Investments

Harlan Munneke
Vice-President
The Mole Hole

Margee Lennard
Secretary
Jockey Person to Person
 
Daniel A. Johnson
Treasurer 
Johnson & Johnson CPAs

Tenley Fohl
Tenley Fohl Photography

 

Dan Greenwald
Paula's Pancake House 

 

Brigitte Guehr
Meadowlark Inn

Fleet Hamilton
Carivintas Winery
& Tasting Room

Stacey Otte
Wildling Museum

 

Susan Williams
Wandering Dog Wine Bar

Kathelene Williams-Turk
Kathelene Williams-Turk DDS

Shane Willcox
Hadsten House Inn & Restaurant

Marissa Yott 
Social Buzz SYV

Chamber Economist
Dr. Kenneth Harwood
 
Executive Director
Sue Moualim

Administrative Assistant
Ellen Hall
Thank You to all
of our Members!
It was very nice seeing everyone at the Member Appreciation BBQ. 
We hope you had as fun as we did.
 
We would like to Thank
----------
Sponsors:
El Rancho Marketplace
for all the wonderful food!
Waste Management for the Grill and receptacles.

-----------
Wineries:
~ Carivintas Winery
& 
Tasting Room
~ Coquilicot Wines
~ Lucas & Lewellen Winery
& Tasting Room
~ 
Larner Winery & Vineyard
----------
Blues Bob and the Kabuki Band
for the fabulous music!
----------
Santa Ynez Valley High School Cheer Squad for volunteering their services and enthusiasm.
----------
The Mole Hole
for lending tables and chairs.
----------
The City of Solvang
for lending chairs.
----------
Everyone who donated the fun prizes!
Economic Development 
Tip of the Month!

Solvang City
From the desk of: 
Economic Development Director Arleen Pelster
 
Several businesses were burglarized in Solvang over the 4th of July weekend. The Sheriff's Office offers the following tips to help reduce your risk of burglary.

 

  As simple as it sounds, be sure all doors and windows are locked up when you close for the day. Burglaries are often not the result of a forced entry. In a recent case, burglars easily gained entry via an open second floor window. Develop a lock-up procedure or checklist. This is especially important for new employees and seasonal help.  If you have a security system, check it regularly to assure it is in good working order.
  Consider upgrading your locks to key-only deadbolts.  Walk the exterior of your business looking for concealed areas, burned out lights, and overgrown shrubs.  Consider implementing some of the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) recommendations.  CPTED is a multi-disciplinary approach to crime prevention; you can review the  CPTED principles at: 
cptedsecurity.com/cpted_design_guidelines
 The Sheriff's Office will send a representative to your business to review your security measures with you at your request.  Please contact the Sheriff's Office at 686-5000 for more information.
 
Keep Storm Water Clean
TIP OF THE
MONTH
Never drain pools,spas or fountains to the street. Discharge to lawn areas or your sanitary sewer whenever possible.

teardrop_icon.gif

Water Conservation Tip

EVERY DROP COUNTS

Living in sunny California means learning to deal with periods of unusually warm temperatures and extended dry periods.  Here is a tip to help you maintain your quality lifestyle and landscapes and be water wise:  
Dispose of pool water properly.  Don't put swimming pool backwash into the street or alley. Apply as much water as possible to adjacent lawn areas. 

For More Information Contact:

City of Solvang Public Works Department  
(805) 688.5575 

www.cityofsolvang.com 
DID YOU KNOW?
  Your membership entitles your Business to spread the word about Events, Milestones, Changes and Accomplishments in the Chamber Newsletter each month. If you have a new location, a new VIP at your company, you are launching a brand new product line or service or are hosting an educational seminar or series that you feel would benefit your fellow Chamber Members, Let us know!

  Postings are part of your membership benefits and are FREE!

If you would like to post a flyer in the newsletter there is a nominal fee of $50. per insertion.

For more information on this important benefit contact the Chamber office - 688-0701
Like us on Facebook
Join Our Mailing List

NEW MEMBERS



Lucky Dogg Winery

Owner/Winemaker Brent Melville and Co-Owner Mead Whippo's new Solvang wine tasting room has officially opened to the public, serving up their new "Lucky Dogg Winery" (www.luckydoggwinery.com) estate vineyard wines. As of June 28, 2014, the Lucky Dogg Winery tasting room, located in the heart of Solvang, has been welcoming guests with their first five wines in bottle - the Lucky Dogg 2013 Viognier, 2013 Rosé of Pinot Noir, 2013 Pinot Noir, 2013 Syrah and 2013 Reserve Syrah - all derived from grapes grownat Cat Canyon's "Verna's Vineyard", in California's Santa Barbara Wine Country. 
The tasting room is family oriented and open to all, kids and dogs included, and hours are Sun-Thur 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12- 7:30pm. (805) 691-9774


ON-SITE
COMPUTER 
We are your IT department. We're a team of friendly engineers based in central California, and we love technology. We realize you might not, and that's why we're here to help. On-Site Computer can help your business achieve its IT, Web and Software related goals. We guarantee that your firm will prosper from using our services and we will do everything we can to assist you in being successful.

On-site Computer provides exceptional IT Support Services, Managed IT Services, Cloud Computing Solutions and Phone Systems to businesses nationwide. Our Worry Free IT Services are designed to Manage and Protect your IT systems so you can focus on your business.
For more information visit: www.onsitecomputer.com or call (805) 686-4411



Solvang Third Wed_blue

SHOP * EAT * PLAY
Sidewalk Sale - Free Concert
Theaterfest - Wine Walk & More!

End of Summer Sidewalk Sale
                  City Sidewalks! Busy Sidewalks!

Check out all of the fabulous items from merchants throughout Solvang during this last Sidewalk Sale of the year.  Find last minute back to school items or start your
Holiday shopping!
 
Merchants who would like to participate in the  
Solvang Third Wednesday End of Summer Sidewalk Sale
should contact Ellen Hall at solvang3W@gmail.com 
or call 688-0701 for more information and to sign up.

Participation is FREE for Solvang Third Wednesday participants  
$25 for non-participants.

This is one of the few times you are allowed to display merchandise
for sale outside of your business.

FREE Concert in Solvang Park  
"Low Down Dudes"
from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Bring a Blanket, Grab your Chair & Don your Dancin' shoes. You can bring your own Picnic Fixins' or get a Cecco Ristorante pizza or a gourmet hot dog from "Good to Go" Wine Country Food Cart.   
Then relax  with friends and family
and enjoy the show!
________________________________________________________________
 
Head to the plains of Oklahoma from a comfy seat at the
Solvang Festival Theater to enjoy
PCPA's performance of "Oklahoma" 

Tickets for the Solvang Third Wednesday show are
50% OFF of Adult Ticket prices
No ticket purchase limit. Mention "Solvang Third Wednesday"
when purchasing at Theater box office only - no on-line discounts)

_______________________________________________________

wine.jpg
Wine & Beer Walk ($20.00 per person)
runs from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and features
wine or beer tastings at five(5) participating venues 
of participants' choice, and a logo glass. 

Tickets for the Wine & Beer Walk may be purchased at:
Wandering Dog Wine Bar (1539-C Mission Dr.) 
                             The Olive House (1661 Mission Dr.) and 
                                     Sort This Out Cellars (1636 Copenhagen Dr.).
  
 For more information on August's events, the Wine & Beer Walk,
fabulous discounts and more: visit www.solvangthirdwednesday.com 

canyon-jogger2.jpg
Healthy Lifestyles

Summer is in full swing and the summer evenings are a great time to get outdoors, get fit and find ways to incorporate healthy lifestyle choices into busy workdays.  Each month we will be giving you a different tip on how to stay true to your health and fitness goals that will help lower stress at work.  Be more creative, productive and happy!

Tip 3- 
Take a walk at lunch.  With so many great places to for lunch in Solvang it is tempting to go "next door" and pick up a quick lunch.  Try picking a place on the other end of town so you can burn some calories getting there and coming back.  OR pack a lunch and head to the park.  The fresh air will clear your mind and kick off the rest of your day!

Exercise and Accessorize  
Your FACE! 
Friday August 8th 4:30pm - 6:30pm 
 
Valley Alternative Healing and Dettamoda Personal Styling invite you to enhance your beauty by leaning and practicing exercises to lift your face and neck. AND. Discover which accessories are most flattering for your unique face, frame and coloring.  Please RSVP for this fun and entertaining afternoon which will include a wine and appetizer social and of course, leaning and laughter.


$20 at the Door
For more information or to RSVP contact: 
or Call: 805- 350-0810
Supporting our Community


Starry Night

August 11, 2014 - 8pm
Solvang Festival Theater
A fundraiser benefitting PCPA

A remarkable evening of performances from alumni.
Starry Night will surely be a most memorable highlight to the weekends' activities!

Appearances by: Brad Carroll, Jeffrey Combs, Troy Evans, Harry Groener, Brad Hall, Mark Harelik, Gregory Itzin, Deborah May, Belita Moreno, Randal Myler, Jim Poulos, Robynn Rodriguez,
Kurtwood Smith, Michael Winters & Mark Herrier, Director.
 
Starry Night Premium Ticket - $150*
with pre-show champagne reception at 6:30pm
also includes meet 'n greet with performers, intermission hospitality
*includes a tax deductible donation of $110

Starry Night - $75.00*
Gates Open at 7pm -- 
8pm Showtime  
*includes a tax deductible donation of $55

For More Information Contact PCPA;  (805) 928-7731
Wheels and Windmills
________________________________________________
 
10th Annual Wheels 'N Windmills Car Show

Come join us for an extra special show with added attractions. In the past years the streets of Solvang have been flooded with 10,000 to 15000 car enthusiasts from all over California and 300 plus car show participants to enjoy a weeded of camaraderie and charitable activities supporting our local community. Again the Saturday main event will be held on Copenhagen Drive from 10am to 4pm. A mix of classic cars, hot rods and special interest vehicles along with vender booths, music and give a ways.
We have added a new "gasser" class form some extra excitement and 3 motorcycle classes!

 

All proceeds from this year's show will again benefit our local charities which include:
The Solvang Friendship House, Central Coast Type 1 (a diabetes support organization) and the Progeria Foundation (a national charity). Additionally, a raffle will be held for a BM Performance ZZ383 V8 Crate Engine P/N19301295 and a custom 700R4-4 speed Automatic Transmission. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit: The Santa Ynez Valley High School, Lompoc Union High School and Santa Maria High School Auto Programs. Over the past 9 years our car show has raised over $150,000 in support of our local charities. Thank you for your support.

___________________________________________________________________
 

Birdies Barbecue and Books

A Benefit for the Buellton and Solvang Libraries

Sponsored by Buellton Medical Center

 Sunday, September 28, 2014

Zaca Creek Golf Course, Buellton

 

Tee off Times: 9 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m.
Individual Team:$50

Barbecue Lunch included in Entry Fee
 

Business team entry: $250, includes entry for 4 players and team name listed in the program

Tee sponsor: $100, The name of tee sponsor will be placed on at each tee
   

Proceeds of the event will be shared by both organizations. They will help fund the many enrichment programs these libraries provide Valley residents including additional staffing for children and family programs, technology upgrades and other library materials.

Entertainment & Night Life
 
Randy's Taproom
 Live Music & Comedy
 Friday's & Saturday's in August!  8pm - 11pm
 
Friday, August 1 - Stand up comedians & Roy Johnson
Saturday, August 2 - Pacific Blues Band
Friday, August 8 - Joe Wilson Blues Band
Saturday, August 9 - Off the Grid Gang
Friday, August 16 - T-Bone Ramblers
Friday, August 22 - The New Vibe
Saturday, August 23 - Belly Dancing!
Friday, August 29 - Theresa Russell
Saturday, August 30 - Joe Kidd 

  

For more information click here. 
1525 Mission Drive, Solvang
_______________________________________________________________

Wandering Dog Cheese, Wine and Beer

Wandering Dog Wine Bar    

Friday Night Wine Class
 

August 1 - 6pm - 7:30pm
 


 

The class is "All about the Santa Maria Valley Appellation" held right before the Central coast wine harvest season kicks into high gear. Winemaker, Clarissa Nagy, will be on-hand to explain the unique terroir of the Santa Maria Valley while "students" sip a variety of wines from the vitcultural area. The class is limited to 20 participants and the tickets are $30.00 per person. Please contact Wandering Dog Wine Bar (805-686-9126) for space reservations.

Blind Tasting Thursdays, offered every week. 
Come by anytime between 4-7pm!
Challenge your palate and learn about wine at the same time!  The challenge is to see how well your palate remembers and learn what these wines taste like at the same time. Cost is $15, members receive 25% off flights, no reservations required.

Visit our Website! 

      1539-C Mission Drive (next to Paula's Pancake House), Solvang, CA, 93463

_______________________________________________________________
Family Fun in Solvang Park 
Join Solvang Parks & Recreation for the last two Movies, Popcorn and Fun in Solvang Park.   

  • August 8 - Frozen

  • August 22 - Star Trek
Pre-Show begins at 7:30pm and Show begins
when 
darkness allows.
For more information: (805) 688-PLAY
_______________________________________________________________

The Good Life

The Good 
Life - Live Music  
Join the Good Life for Live Music Saturday Nights in the Month of August!

  

 


August 2 - Blues Bob and the Loopy Blues Band

August 9 - Matt Clark - Rock/Pop

August 16 - The Spindlers - Folk/Country

August 17 - "Wine 101" Monthly wine series taught by the renown "Goddess of Wine" Denise Lowe. Denise is a certified wine educator through the Wine Academy of Spain and is a professional member of the Society of Wine Educators. Her blog "Goddess of Wine" details her adventures in the wine world, accompanied by her husband John. Our classes are entertaining, educational and above all FUN! Visit our website www.thegoodlifecellar.com for full class details and to purchase tickets. $40/person
August 30 - Brad "Cash" Cooper - Country/Rock 
August 31 - Natalay Lola

                                               Music starts at 7:30pm                                               

For more information visit our website
Join us every Tuesday night from 5pm - 9pm for SYV Local's Night Out. We offer special prices on select beer and wine, discounts on merchandise. Come out, bring your friends and meet your neighbors. Enjoy a few laughs! The Good Life is a craft beer and wine cellar specializing in local, boutique wines of the Central Coast, California Craft Beer and small bites such as California Cheese, cured meats, nuts, olives and tempting sweets!
_______________________________________________________________

 
Solvang Festival Theater Presents:
Jazz in the Garden "Under the Oaks" August 10
...with Teka and NewBossa

We invite you to relax in the Patrons Garden and enjoy listening to Teka and NewBossa. An artist with roots firmly planted in the traditions of Brazilian music...the samba, bossa nova and choro. Today, her music has become a fusion of the sensual rhythms and harmonies of Brazil with the sophistication and improvisation of Jazz, which she calls New Bossa. Beer, wine and other refreshments will be available for purchase. Ticket sales are limited to 100 seats so buy now to guarantee a seat.

3pm - 5pm  Gates open at 2:30pm
Tickets are $30.
420 Second Street, Solvang
 
For more information or to purchase tickets
go to www.solvangfestivaltheater.org 
or call (805) 686-1789
_______________________________________________________________

Lucas & Lewellen's
Dirty Boots Vineyard Tour

Saturday, August 9 at 1 PM


Join us for our 10thannual Wine Club Tour of the expansive Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards. Guests meet at L & L for light hor d'oeuvres and wine tasting before shuttling through the Valley View, Goodchild and Los Alamos Vineyards while informative hots, Louis Lucas and Andrew Moore, entertain, educate, and pour wines from each featured vineyard. Stop for a tour of our Buellton winery and complete your day with a standing lasagna dinner at the Tasting Room. Only 40 seats available.

Wine Club Members $55/person
Non-Members $80/Person
 RSVP (805) 686-9336 or email anjie@llwine.com
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Wine & Cheese Pairing

Friday August 29th at 6PM
Visit the Lucas & Lewellen Tasting Room in Solvang for wine tasting, live music
and artisan cheese pairings. No RSVP required.
1645 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang
_______________________________________________________________

RELEASE PARTIES
 

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Can Release Party "101"

August 16th - 12pm until closing
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. celebrates the release of FMB "101" in cans. We're bringing the beach to the taproom! Limited edition t-shirts and gear will be available. "101" cans will be available for purchase in all FMB taprooms as well as select retailers throughout California.
For more information contact Kady: (805) 694-2252
45 Industrial Way, Buellton
___________________________________________________

Lions Peak Vineyard's New Release Party

August 16th & 17th - 11am - 7pm

LP will celebrate a special day with a release party. We shall be sharing with you our latest five Bordeaux and Phone Reds which are a continuance of the family's dedication to producing award winning boutique wines. Complimentary appetizers and select chocolate pairings will be served. Wine tasting and wines by the glass....featuring live music for our release party and open house monthly event.

For more information: (805) 693-5466

1659 Copenhagen Dr., Suite A, Solvang
elnasDress Advertise With Your Business Cards Here sccAdvertisement
SCC Advertisement Opportunities
montecitoBT Advertise With Your Business Cards Here scvb
  Montecito Bank and Trust Brenda Ball, SCVB
Ken Harwood
KenHarwood 
Where The Jobs Are
    
From the desk of:
Kenneth Harwood
Economist
Solvang Chamber of Commerce

  Solvang created the largest cluster of jobs in the Santa Ynez Valley during 2012. Payroll employees in five places numbered 9,023, of which 3,191, or 35 percent, were in Solvang. Here are the five communities by ZIP Code.
  Solvang, Santa Ynez, and Buellton differed from Los Olivos and Los Alamos in number of payroll employees. Los Olivos and Los Alamos together had less than half the number in Buellton alone.

  Chumash Casino Resort had about 1,600 payroll employees in the ZIP code of Santa Ynez, or approximately 63 percent of 2,536 payroll employees in Santa Ynez.

   Solvang led in total yearly payroll of about $108 million, representing 33 percent of the total payroll of more than $322 million in the five ZIP codes.

  Santa Ynez reported the highest yearly payroll per employee, and Los Alamos the lowest, while Buellton had the median of $36,115.

  Leisure and hospitality industries were prominent in these communities. Leisure industries included performing arts, sports, museums, historical places, amusement, gambling, and recreation. Hospitality industries included accommodations, food services, and drinking places. Retail establishments also were prominent.
  Please go online to U. S. Census Bureau, 2012 ZIP Code Patterns (NAICS), to see source data. See online Bureau of Labor Statistics, Industries at a Glance, for descriptions of industries.

 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