YOUR LOGO COULD BE LISTED HERE!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAM BY CONTACTING THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 253-851-6865
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Gig Harbor's USA Canoe/Kayak Athlete Megan Blunk in Germany Wednesday was Day 1 of racing at the Paracanoe World Championships in Duisburg, Germany and a big test for US athletes hoping to move on towards the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. The first piece of good news from Germany came when Megan Blunk took to the course in her debut race at the World Championships. Megan was in the 200 meter K1 TA race. (K1 is a one person kayak and "TA" is Trunk & Arm classification.) She is a first time member of the US National Paracanoe Team who has an incredible work ethic and bright future ahead of her. Megan came out strong in her first race and when the boats crossed the finish line Megan had won the Silver Medal. The next challenge for Megan came in the form of the V-1 race. In the Paracanoe world the V-1 class is similar to an outrigger canoe with an attached outrigger float and is propelled by a single blade paddle. When the race results arrived back at the US Canoe/Kayak training center in Oklahoma City, Megan had won her second Silver, this one in the V-1 category. 
Two races at the World Championships and two Silver Medals for Megan Blunk.
Megan lives in Lakebay and trains in Gig Harbor where she is a member of the Gig Harbor Canoe/Kayak Team and coached by 2x USA Canoe/Kayak Club Coach of the Year, Alan Anderson. |
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
- Last Thursday the staff and I had the pleasure of sharing the afternoon with 700+ members of the Peninsula School District staff. What a day! The businesses that supported the event were treated to an abundance of potential customers who couldn't get around to the businesses fast enough.
This year we raised close to $6000.00 for helping offset the transportation costs for Peninsula Students to attend Junior Achievement's Biz World.
There were 700+ members of the Peninsula School District and when they were released into the commons at Gig Harbor High School it was mayhem as you can see from the picture above! The employees loved getting to know each one of the businesses that were in attendance that day. Subway handed out light samples and delicious Pineapple Passion Fruit Greek Frozen Yogurt was provided by Ben & Jerry's. . Target manager Amy Ferrero awarded cash cards to two lucky winners and Cindy (pictured below) was the lucky winner of the Kindle Fire Grand Prize!
Warren Zimmerman & Wendy Wojtanowicz President of the Peninsula School Board presenting Cindy with the Kindle Fire.
Check out photos from Partners in Learning HERE!
The Chamber is proud to host this yearly event and thank all that helped make this day a success.
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS FORUM
When: Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.
Location:
Cottesmore of Life Care
2909 14th Avenue NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
September 5th: Mitch Barker, Executive Director - Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs
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ON THE BLOG
Jersey Mike's presented Gig Harbor FISH with a check for $2,000 on Thursday, August 22, 2013. Jersey Mike's opened on July 10th of this year. Prior to their opening, Jersey Mike's joined the Gig Harbor Chamber and asked for a list of charitable members that they could team up with. Out of all of the deserving non-profit organizations, Jersey Mike's selected Gig Harbor FISH.
Uptown Gig Harbor presents the 5 th annual Fall Fashion Show on September 14,2013, at 2PM in the Uptown Courtyard.
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BECOME AN AMBASSADOR!
Are you looking for a way to become more involved with your Chamber?
Consider becoming an Ambassador! As an Ambassador you represent the Chamber, reaching out to new and longtime members alike. Not only will you get to know our 500+ members, but you can feel great about helping others to take full advantage of all that the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce has to offer.
Interested? Please contact Tim Lopez at 253-858-7200.
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UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
Date: Thursday, September 5th
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
6995 Wagner Way
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Speaker:
Business Coach
Our speaker is Alex Ross, a business coach working with the owners of small businesses in the Puget Sound region. Alex works collaboratively with each client to get the kind of results that take their business to the next level.
Topic: Identifying Your Ideal Customer
In this hands-on workshop you'll identify not only the demographics of your ideal customer, but the psychographics (the things they really care about, that motivate them to choose your business). You'll come away with valuable insights you can put to use that night to build your business.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
3026 Harborview
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
253-858-1751
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Josh Turner3226 Harborview Dr.
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(509)991-1819
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MEMBER EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Kiwanis are gearing up for their Roundup Fore Kids Golf Tournament at Horseshoe Lake Golf Course. Interested in playing? Click here for a team application. Friday, September 13, 2013. $100 per player with a delicious steak dinner following the tournament.
Gig Harbor Pierce County
Free classes at your Pierce County Library teach computer basics and Microsoft Office essentials this September and October. Get started using your iPad, downloading to your e-reader, navigating the Internet and discovering the free resources available with your Pierce County Library card. 4424 Point Fosdick Drive N.W. * 253-548-3305
- Computers for Beginners, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2 - 4 p.m.
- Drop-In Help, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2 - 3 p.m.
- iPad Basics for 50+, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2 - 4 p.m.
- Drop-In Help, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2 - 3 p.m.
- Cool Stuff With Your Card, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2 - 4 p.m.
- Drop-In Help, Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2 - 4 p.m.
- Drop-In Help, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2 - 4 p.m.
Gig Harbor Boat Shop
GET OUT AND ROW! August 29th, 30th & 31st from 2-5pm. Where: The Gig Harbor BoatShop. $35 per person & participants must be 12 and older. Contact Tim Barker for enrollment: 360-908-4241 tim@gigharborboatshop.org
Budget Blinds Gig Harbor
In need of a new Showroom receptionist/office administrator. Customer service is important. Please contact Bill Peach at 253-858-5855
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CONTACT US:
3125 Judson
P.O. Box 102
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 851-6865
Email:
Warren Zimmerman - President/CEO
Jamie Taylor - Communications Specialist
Vicki Entze - Bookkeeper
Tracy Patton - Membership Services Elinor Reiley - Membership Development
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