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Calendar of Events
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FEBRUARY
February 12
Board Meeting
February 13
Champagne and Chocolate Mixer
Taste of Fair Oaks, June 7
Fiesta Days, May 4 and 5
February 21
Business Luncheon
February 26
Better Business Skills
February 25
Ambassador Meeting
February 28
Women's Round Table Forum
Host a Mixer in 2013!
There are two available dates to host a mixer. Call the Chamber Office at 916-967-2903 for more details.
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
Roselyn Barbray
Take Shape for Life
Rand Jacobs
R.K. Jacobs Insurance Services
Maria Mengotti
Safe Credit Union
Charles Miller
William Charles Salon
Dr. Betty Swan
Swan Family Vision Care
Pete Schroeder
PGS Coaching & Consulting
Diane Templeton
Jafra Cosmetics
Raffle Thanks
We appreciate the following businesses and Associate Members for donating to our events. Market your business and donate a raffle prize at the next mixer, luncheon or upcoming event.
January Business Luncheon
Fair Oaks Print Co
Ed Cook CPA
Moth Hole
Assured Health Insurance
Penny Howard, Associate
Mercey Springs Foundation
Von/Lorna Carter
Home2Roost
Swan Family Vision Care
Alleygraphics Unlimited
Fitness 19
Keller Williams - Liz Yoakum
Volunteer Opportunities
Available
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, 967-2903. Remember - ounce by ounce, every effort counts!
Luncheon Sponsorships Begin in February
Now back by popular demand! We've had requests from our members to again offer the opportunity to sponsor a Business Luncheon and promote their business at the same time.
We will begin with the Thursday, February 21 Business Luncheon and end in October. In November we have the Business Table Top Trade Fair and in December our Installation and
Awards Luncheon.
Our Chamber Treasurer, Ed Cook CPA 916-705-4958 will take the podium, prior to John McGinness speaking.
The cost is $100 and includes logo or mention in our newsletter, e-blast, one trade table where you can place your banner, one free lunch, head table seating and three minutes of microphone time.
If you're interested in sponsoring a month, call the Chamber office 916-967-2903.
20th Anniversary
Taste of Fair Oaks
It seems like only yesterday the Taste of Fair Oaks began and was held in the Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse. The very popular event soon outgrew the venue and had to move to a larger place.
The North Ridge Country Club, 7600 Madison Ave in Fair Oaks had the space, was available and offered two patios, large banquet room, space on the greens for a putting contest, ample registration area, roomy area for live entertainment and dancing, plenty of parking, golf carts to take you to and from the main entrance and more.
Now it's time to celebrate the 20th Anniversary!
The festive, fun-filled evening will be held, Friday, June 7, 6:00-9:30 p.m. at North Ridge Country Club. It is sponsored by the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce.
Pre-event Tickets: $40 and Tickets at the Door: $45. Advance tickets will soon be available on the Chamber website.
Area restaurants, regional wineries and microbreweries will be in attendance for guests to taste and sample the exhibitor's food and beverages.
In addition to the sampling of wine, beer, food and desserts, attendees will enjoy live music, a golf putting contest ($5,000 grand prize), gift raffle and silent auction.
A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit VIVA, Volunteers in Victim Assistance.
Information: Chair Roselyn Barbray, Take Shape for Life, 916-612-3352.
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Chocolate and Champagne Mixer
Join us for a festive Valentine's Mixer, co-sponsored by Chamber Directors, Dr. Betty Swan, Swan Family Vision Care and Rose Erickson, Moth Hole Consignment and Boutique. It will be held Wednesday, Feb. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Dr. Swan's business, 11733 Fair Oaks Blvd. (at Madison Ave).
This is a great opportunity to network while enjoying chocolate delights and champagne. Don't miss this one!
Please RSVP to Swan Family Vision Care, 916-966-6080 or Moth Hole Consignment and Boutique, 965-5542. Make sure you bring a raffle prize, plenty of business cards and plan on meeting your next customer or referral at this Mixer!
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Business Luncheon, February 21
John McGinness To Speak
"What's Going On?"
John McGinness, former sheriff and current host of The John McGinness Show on KFBK-Radio will be our guest speaker Thursday, February 21, Noon-1:30 p.m. at the Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse, 7997 California Avenue.
 John McGinness spent over 27 years experience with the Sheriff's Department and has served in every service area of the Department. He is a highly decorated veteran with a background in many high profile assignments.
John served for many years as a member of the elite Sheriff's Motorcycle Detail where he was a training officer and team leader. He also served as a CSI investigator, homicide detective and department spokesman. John was promoted through the ranks and ultimately commanded the Centralized Investigation Division until he was appointed Undersheriff in March of 2001, until elected Sheriff in 2006.
The meeting is open to the public and reservations are necessary. Cost is $17 for members with reservations, $20 at the door without, and guests and future members. The entree is meat and veggie lasagna. Deadline is February 12. To reserve, call the Chamber office, 967-2903, or respond to this email.
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A Change Is In The Wind
After four years, the Board of Directors has found it necessary to raise the Membership Dues. The increase is minimal and reflects the cost of doing business.
During that time, we: Lost our lease - needed to move to a new location after 30 years; Moved to a new location - more spacious with floor to ceiling windows in the lobby, with a designated conference room, ample parking in front and back of our building; Embraced social media, i.e. Facebook; We've gone Green and are now sending out a monthly e-newsletter, e-blasts; Updated our logo; Printed 700 Business Directories: 400 color copies to members and 300 black and white community editions; Started "Cash Mobs" - a new way of promoting a variety of businesses throughout the Fair Oaks area; added Better Business Skills seminars and
Fair Oaks Women's Round Table Discussions.
The rates will not be increased for Associate Members.
If you have any questions or comments, contact
Jan Bass Otto, Executive Director at 916-967-2903.
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Donate to the "Dave Cox Memorial Interchange"
We are happy to announce that a fundraising campaign for the "Senator Dave Cox Memorial Interchange" project has been launched.
 During the 2011-2012 Legislative session, Senator Ted Gaines (R-Rocklin) received unanimous, bi-partisan support for Senate Concurrent Resolution 97 honoring Senator Dave Cox and naming the Highway 50 Interchange at Hazel Avenue in Sacramento County as the "Senator Dave Cox Memorial Interchange."
The next step in the process of completing this project is to raise the appropriate funds to create and erect the signs marking this special designation. All funding will come from private donations and other non-state sources. No state monies or resources will be used.
The Chamber is honored to be playing a part in celebrating the memory of Senator Cox through these fundraising efforts. This memorial is just a small way we can recognize the legacy of good work Senator Cox conducted on behalf of the Fair Oaks community and the state of California.
Senator Cox represented the First Senate District for six years prior to his untimely death in July of 2010. Senator Cox was an instrumental member of the California State Legislature who served as Assembly Republican Leader from 2001-2004. A pillar of the Sacramento community, he also previously served on the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors and was an elected Board Member of the Sacramento Municipal Utility District.
"Beyond his achievements and contributions, Senator Dave Cox was a close friend and beloved colleague," said Senator Gaines. "Senator Cox was held in very high regard amongst those he represented and was respected as a dedicated and fair lawmaker who worked tirelessly for his constituents. It is only appropriate to honor Senator Cox by naming this portion of the First Senate District on Highway 50 in his memory. I sincerely appreciate the Fair Oaks Chamber for leading the fundraising efforts on this important project."
If you are interested in donating to the "Senator Dave Cox Memorial Interchange" signage, please contact the Chamber at (916) 967-2903 for more information. Checks can be made payable to: FOCC/Dave Cox Memorial Sign and mailed to the Fair Oaks Chamber, P.O. Box 352, Fair Oaks, CA 95628.
A dedication ceremony will be held to unveil the new signage once the appropriate funds have been raised and the signage erected.
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Better Business Skills - February 26
Create A Vision Board
Join us the fourth Tuesday of the month for Better Business Skills! This fast paced, one-hour program will benefit you greatly. This month's topic is: Create a Vision Board. Bring crayons, scissors, glue and three of four of your favorite magazines. 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/Chamber Program Director, 928-202-2007.
Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse (Lower Level)
7997 California Ave, Fair Oaks CA 95628
Tuesday, February 26
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.
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 Women's Round Table
Discussion February 28
- Are you a woman in business?
- Would you like a place to share ideas., trends and questions about your business?
- Want to form deeper business relationships with other women?
- Are you a Fair Oaks Chamber Member?
- Do you like to laugh, discuss, create and learn?
WHEN: Thursday, February 28, 2013
(last Tuesday of the month)
WHERE: 5330 Primrose #150 Fair Oaks, 95628
TIME: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Space is limited so please respond to Anne Browning at anne@annebrowning.com or 916-899-3209.
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Business Briefs
- Simpler Times,10211 Fair Oaks Blvd., 916-966-5746 has made a change to the shop's days and hours of operation during the first half of 2013. Simpler Times will be open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed Sunday and Monday. This schedule will commence January 15th and end July 29th. On July 30th Simpler Times will resume their 7-day a week schedule with regular hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays 12 noon to 4 p.m.
- Maranello Resaurant is offering a Valentine's Day Romantic Dinner for 2 on Thursday, February 14, 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm, 8928 Sunset Ave., 916-241-9365 The Cost is $65 per person. Chef Gabriel Glasier knows how to create a beautiful menu for this special day because of his previous experience at Slocum House, but also because he is a very talented and creative Chef. This 4 course meal will taste delicious and impress your special someone. Additional items can be added to the package including: preset and chilled wine or champagne bottles, chocolates, flowers and balloons.
- Eskaton FountainWood Lodge, 8773 Oak Ave Orangevale, has a meeting place available to all chamber members. They serve free coffee, water and juice and can cater for a cost if they would like.They can set up the room however is desired. For more information, contact Tammy Schwartz 916-988-2200.
- FIESTA DAYS IS COMING! The 64th Annual event will be held Saturday, May 4 and Sunday May 5 In Fair Oaks Village. It features a Parade, a popular Children's Play in the Amphitheatre, one-of-a-kind Toilet Bowl Race, Vendors, Concessions, Children's area with bounce houses and games, Sun Run, Pancake Breakfast and a huge Classic Car Show (250 cars in 2012). Free shuttle, free admission and lots of family fun! For further information: Chair Brent Samodurov, State Farm-Flascher Insurance Agency 916-967-7764. Classic Car Show Chair, Rand Jacobs (916) 966-3733.
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