Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce
December Newsletter
News At A Glace
In This Issue
Calendar of Events
December Luncheon
New Member Photos
Cash Mob The Moth Hole
New Year Plan For Success
Business Briefs
Quick Links
Like us on Facebook


Calendar of Events
DECEMBER EVENTS
The Mixer & Luncheon
will be held
One week earlier
 
 
  santa
 
December 8
Christmas in the Village
Date has been moved due to stormy weather
Complete Schedule at www.fairoakschamber.com
  
     December 13
Luncheon
Awards, Installation of Officers and Directors
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Fair Oaks Community
Clubhouse

  

December 18

Better Business Skills

Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse (lower level)

Topic: "2013 - Your Plan for Success"

 

 

HOST A MIXER
IN 2013
It's a unique way to market your business. Dates are filling up! Only four spots available: January, February, March and November.
   Call (916) 967-2903 to reserve your date!
  

Congratulations!
  
  2013 Officers
President-Doug Proctor
 Proctor Engineering
Vice President-Rose Erickson, Moth Hole
Secretary-Paul Lenser,
Lenser Financial Group
Treasurer-Ed Cook, CPA
  
2013 Directors
Rose Barbray
 Take Shape for Life
Usha Datla
  Alphagraphics
Rand Jacobs
 R.K. Jacobs Insurance Services Inc.
Maria Mengotti
 Safe Credit Union
Charles Miller
William Charles Salon
Marlena Smith
AMP Marketing
Dr. Betty Swan
 Swan Family Vision Care
Pete Schroeder
PGS Coaching & Consulting
Diane Templeton
Jafra Cosmetics
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  


















Awards, Installation of Officers and Directors Luncheon, Dec. 13

Join us! The festive Holiday Luncheon will held a week earlier - Thursday, December 13, Noon-1:30 p.m. at the Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse, 7997 California Avenue. The program will include the presentation of annual awards, the installation of officers and directors, music and surprises. Entree: Hawaiian ham. Cost is $17 for members with reservations, $20 at the door without, and  guests and future members. Call the Chamber office for additional information and reservations, 967-2903, or respond to this email.
Welcome to our New Members! 
new member

Welcome to the following new business members! From left to right: Alfiya Laub, Nationwide, 747-2058; Ashwin Prasad and Charles Jones, Walmart Neighborhood Market 576-6657; and Timothy Criss,  Edward Jones
966-5217.
                                                                             
   
new membersWelcome! From left to right: Ray LaPoint, Delight Cleaning 985-9695; Alexandra Morgan, Associate; Sandra & Don Eatherton, ER Auto Repair 965-1981; and
Mary Howard, Mercey Springs Foundation 947-7219.                    
  
ribbon cutting A Ribbon Cutting was held recently at  Ameriprise Financial, 11335 Gold Express Dr, Suite 150, Gold River (916) 635-9098. Paul Wheeler and Dustin Buck are shown cutting the ribbon. Also shown: Rand Jacobs (left) and Daniel Martinez. 
"Cash Mob" - Three Days Left!
Moth HoleThe Moth Hole will be this months Holiday "Cash Mob" host. This is one of many ways to be featured in a series of fun ways for you to shop Fair Oaks Members First!  It will be held December 1-9. We're adding a Fair Oaks "twist" to it and opening it up to other chamber members in the shopping centers. Here's how it works... The Moth Hole  will offer a featured item for $10 or $5. Go in and purchase it - then, you will find out about the other offers. We'll do this monthly at different businesses. The Moth Hole is owned by Rose Erickson and located at 11787 Fair Oaks Blvd. Fair Oaks 95628. It's at Fair Oaks and Madison, in The Almond Orchard Shopping Center . Be sure to check them out online at www.mothhole.com or give them a call at (916) 965-5542. 
2013 - Your Plan for Success
Better Business Skills
  
Join us at our Monthly AM series and sharpen your skills! This fast paced, one-hour program will benefit  you greatly. This month's topic is: 2013 - Your Plan for Success. You'll leave with tips, tools & techniques you can apply immediately. Start your morning off right with coffee, tea and refreshments along with education. Hosted by Pete Schroeder, PGS Coaching and Chamber Program Director. 
   
Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse (Lower Level)
7997 California Ave, Fair  Oaks CA 95628
8:15am-9:30am
$5 per member and $10, guest
  
RSVP to the Fair Oaks Chamber Office, (916) 967-2903 
or respond to this email. 
tree
Business Briefs
  • Mindy Linford, office manager at The Recognition Group, 10016 Fair Oaks Blvd will hold her last Art Show of the season, Saturday, Dec 8, 5-9 at the Luxe Gallery, 10020 Fair Oaks Blvd. The original photography show features landscapes and macro flower photos. Both businesses are just a few doors from the Chamber office. Plenty of parking. A great opportunity to purchase quality art at great prices, perfect for that special Christmas gift. For further information: 967-0666.
  • Kim Sullivan of Consciously Living in Light with Blossoming Path, 10227 Fair Oaks Blvd is offering a Holiday Special - 1 hour Treatment for Swedish Massage, Transformative Massage, Reiki w/Crystal & Color Therapy and Acupressure for only $40, gift certificates available. It's located across the street from Village Decor (our former Chamber location). Call 792-6322  for details. 
  • The Enchanted Bridal Shoppe owned by Sandra Baker and assisted by Director of Sales Jennifer Baker, located 5321 Sunrise Blvd, (Quail Point Shopping Center) 965-5683; celebrated their 3rd Birthday on December 4th. Congratulations!
  • Maranello's , 8928 Sunset Ave would like to wish you a Happy Holidays and invite you to their New Years Eve celebration December 31. They will be having live music with "Yesterdays News Band" starting at 9:45 pm. For further information and reservations call 241-9365.   
  • Congratulations to Many Sol of Orangevale Meats, 8525 Madison Ave. #127, Fair Oaks, for helping deliver 50 meals to families in need over Thanksgiving. They are taking donations to help another 50 families in need for Christmas. For further information call 988-0540.   
  • If you want the Sherriff's Department to be aware of your concerns you can email any concerns or comments you have to Don Troutman who is on the Sheriff's Advisory Board and he will take your concerns to the meeting. Feel free to call him at 916-961-2691 or email him at soberdon@comcast.net.
  • Northridge Elementary School's  Parent Liaison, Kathleen Davis, is planning a Winter Family Craft Night on Thursday, Dec. 6th from 6:00-8:00 pm.  She needs some more folks to help man craft tables. If you would like to volunteer please give the school a call at 916-867-2066.

  • Many Chamber members are offering specials and discounts that are perfect for the holiday season. Pull out the Chamber Directory and review the various business categories - save time and shop Fair Oaks Chamber first! For further information, call the Chamber office, 967-2903.

Nominations Deadline Approaching 
It's that time of year again. Time to recognize a Business, Business Person, a Volunteer or Citizen in Fair Oaks who has promoted the Fair Oaks Community and given freely of time and effort to the community and charitable causes. Take a moment and review past recipients. Scroll down and get an idea of businesses and associate members that have been honored. Deadline is Monday, December 10, 3 p.m. Bring to the Chamber office, email o fax. For further information, call 967-2903.
  
The awards will be presented at our Holiday Luncheon, Thursday, December 13.
  
  
Volunteer Opportunities For You!
Did you know that the Fair Oaks Chamber Committees are "open?" That means you can join a committee(s) anytime, even after planning has started on an event or other needed activity. It's also a great way enlarge your net and meet other business or associate members. Take a tiny piece or more, as time permits. Our major event committees are: Fiesta Days, Taste of Fair Oaks, Golf Tournament and Christmas in the Village.  There are other opportunities as well: Ambassadors, Mixers, Sponsorships, Honorary Mayor's Race, luncheon decorations, office volunteering and more. Call Jan Bass Otto at the Chamber for additional information, 481-1002.  Remember - ounce by ounce, every effort counts!
Memorial Fund Set Up  
Clay Wosnuk, an integral team member at Fabian's Italian Bistro passed away suddenly on Thanksgiving. A memorial fund has been set up in his honor. He is survived by his fiance, Kim and nine month old daughter, Wren. Donations can be made to the "Clay Wosnuk Memorial Fund, c/o Fabian's, 11755 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks, CA 95628, (916) 536-9891.