Weekly Snapshot                             November 26, 2013
In This Issue
Spotlight: Harbor Place at Cottesmore
A Message From The President
Public Affairs Forum
Annual Awards Dinner
JBLM Santa's Castle
On The Blog
On The Blog
Member Events & Announcements
Contact Us
Quick Links 
Welcome New Members



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Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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253-851-6865
SPOTLIGHT:  
   

For the past 8 years, the staff and families of The INN at Gig Harbor have gathered on the Sunday before Thanksgiving to decorate the prebuilt houses provided by the INN.  The creativity knows no bounds!  

 

We have a competition for prizes among ourselves, 

then we proudly display the houses in our lobby for 6 days where they are available for our community silent auction.  

 

One hundred percent of the proceeds go to the Children's Home Society- Key Peninsula to provide for basic living needs of our neighbors. 

 

You are invited to come by, (we are open 24/7 ) and bid on your favorite house while you enjoy our cozy fireplace. We are hoping to provide our largest donation yet.  Thank you for participating. 

 

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
 
After you've finished the big meal please remember to check out our local businesses as you shop this weekend and for the remainder of the year. Local businesses are the foundation that supports the economy for Gig Harbor. "Shopping Local" is good for our businesses and good for the community.    
 
 
 
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
 

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NOTICE:  The public is invited to say farewell to Mayor Chuck Hunter for his eight years of service to the Gig Harbor community.  Monday, December 9th from 3:30-5pm at the Gig Harbor Civic Center - 3510 Grandview St.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS FORUM 
 
When: Thursdays @ 7:30 a.m.

 

Location:  Cottesmore of Life Care
                  2909 14th Avenue NW
                  Gig Harbor, WA 98335
 
November 28th: No Meeting - Happy Thanksgiving!
A Masquerade Evening 
 
  
  Don't worry about planning a lavish holiday party for your employees.  The Chamber is doing that for you at our Annual Holiday Awards Dinner!  
 
The night will be filled with great music, wine from Maryhill Winery, amazing hors' d oeuvres, and dinner.  We will also be recognizing business and individuals in the community that have done something extraordinary. 
 
When: 
Saturday, December 7th
 
Time: 
6:00 -10:00 p.m. at Canterwood.  
  
Tickets are $65  
(limited seating available) 
  
**Don't forget to bring a toy for** 
JBLM's Santa's Castle!
  
Don't forget to bring cash or plastic for the always competitive dessert dash and the chance to win a Sommelier during dinner courtesy of Maryhill Winery.
  
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The Chamber staff has been keeping an eye out for masks and here are some places you can pick up a mask at along with examples of what they have. 
 
 
   
                 
 
 
 
      
       H&M @ Tacoma Mall
 
 
 
 
 
   Fuego @ Tacoma Mall
 
 
 
 
 
Amazon has a great selection as well. 
JBLM SANTA'S CASTLE
  
The Chamber is collecting toys for JBLM Santa's Castle! YOU CAN HELP! One way is buy attending the (above) Masquerade evening and bringing a toy with you.  The other way is buy dropping off a toy at one of six drop-off locations listed below. 

 

 
The number of children JBLM will be serving this year has more than DOUBLED since 2012.  3,700 Children have been accepted into the program this year.  

 

They are in need of toys in these categories:

 

Infants
Toddlers 12-36 months
Boys & Girls 10-13 years old
Board Games 6 years and up

 

Help us make a military child's holiday a reality! 
 
Drop-off Locations:
 

Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce

3125 Judson St. - Gig Harbor

 

Subway                                                                 

11430 51st Avenue - Gig Harbor                

4804 Pt. Fosdick Rd. - Gig Harbor

6820 Kimball Dr. St. A-4 - Gig Harbor

9023 KPHN Unit 4 - Lakebay

 

Tickled Pink

3026 Harborview - Gig Harbor 

ON THE BLOG  


Village Concepts, a third generation family-owned business that owns and operates Sound Vista Village Retirement and Assisted Living Community in Gig Harbor, and communities throughout Washington state, is recognized as a "Silver Winner" in the 2013 Seattle Business magazine Family Business Awards.
 

 

Free CPR Classes in Gig Harbor

 

For Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) would you know what to do if someone suddenly collapsed in

front of you SCA strikes about 360,000 people every year. Fast response to cardiac event can be the difference in increasing the victims chances of survival. 

 

Read rest of article here >>

 

 

Columbia Bank to grant $20K to charities

 

Columbia Bank has announced the launch of a campaign commemorating its 20-year anniversary and legacy of community support in the Pacific Northwest.

As part of the celebration, Tacoma-based Columbia will grant a total of $20,000 to three charities throughout its footprint in Washington and Oregon.

 

 

 

 Candlelight Christmas in the Harbor

 

November 20, 2013 - Shop Gig Harbor's downtown waterfront and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and tastes of an old fashioned, friendly, small-town Christmas! The holiday fun begins on Sunday, December 8 at 5:30pm at Skansie Brothers Park with Hark the Harbor!  Join in community caroling at 5:30pm with Sharon Stearnes while awaiting the exciting arrival of the Argosy Christmas Ship at 6:20 and a holiday performance by the Jet Cities Chorus.

 



KPBJ 2013 - 40 Under Forty Winners 

 

The Gig Harbor Chamber would like to recognize members who won Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal's 2013 - 40 Under Forty!   Erin Abrigo, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, David Reed, Branch Manager at First Citizens, and Matt Smith, President at The Rush Companies

VIDEO TESTIMONIAL CONTEST

 CONGRATULATIONS to Harbor WildWatch for winning the Video Testimonial Contest with over 142 "likes" on Facebook!  
 
Watch the winning video below!
 
 

 

MEMBER EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Gig Harbor Peninsula Fish

Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH will be holding the usual Christmas basket and Toy program this year.Collection of nonperishable food & gifts/toys for children is going on throughout the Gig Harbor area. Families who are experiencing financial emergencies can apply for these programs from noon to closing at the food bank (4425 Burnham Drive( beginning Monday, December 2nd and running through Friday, December 13th. Those needing assistance should bring with them picture ID, a current bill mailed to their home and proof of income in order to apply for either program.

The food bank is open Monday and Fridays from 8:30-3:30 and Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 6 PM.  Questions?  253-858-6179. Collection sites for food and toys are: GHPFISH food bank-4415 Burnham drive (Eagles building) Gig Harbor City Hall - 3510 Grandview Street - Fire Station #5 Headquarters - 10222 Bujacich Drive, NW - Fire Station #51 - 6711 Kimball Drive - Fire Station #59 - 3828 62nd Avenue CT NW

 

Altrusa

Get Inspired for the Holidays! The 18th annual Gig Harbor Holiday Tour of Homes & Gift Bazaar takes you inside some of the most beautiful, beautifully decorated and interesting homes in this iconic community. December 14, 10am to 5PM. The Tour starts at the Boys' & Girls Club with a chance to shop for last-minute gifts from 40 creative local crafts people.  Then pick up your map and program, and you are off! Altrusa of Gig Harbor presents the event to benefit the children of the local area. TICKET OUTLETS:
Kitsap Credit Union  - Gig Harbor North & Uptown
Bella Kitchen & Home  - Uptown Gig Harbor
The Garden Room - Uptown Gig Harbor
Heidi's Sweet Shop - Downtown Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor Chamber Of Commerce - Downtown Gig Harbor
Boys & Girls Club - Gig Harbor
Ace Hardware  - Pt Fosdick Square & Downtown

Online -  http://www.gigharborholidaytour.org.

 

Alliance of Women Owned Businesses

 Announcing the Crystal Star Awards - Honoring Enterprising Women.  We are now expecting nominations and we need you!  To learn more about the awards and how to nominate someone please click here. 

  

Soroptimist International Gig Harbor

Women's Opportunity Award, Soroptimist International of Gig Harbor. Are you a woman in the Gig Harbor area and currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or vocational/skills training program?  Are you the head person responsible for financially supporting your family, and in financial need? 

Are you motivated to achieve your educational and career goals?  Please apply for our award.  Deadline is December 15, 2013. www.soroptimist.org/awards/apply.html Mail applications to: soroptimist International of Gig Harbor (SIGH)

P.O. Box 2761; Gig Harbor WA 98335 - Questions:  Please contact Kristen Sutich at ksutich@comcast.net

  

GGHF Curious By Nature Schools 

Now offering Friday Kindergarten!!  Located within minutes of downtown Gig  Harbor and adjacent to the Adam Nature Preserve.  Children go outside to explore everyday rain or shine!  For more information on our toddler, preschool, pre-k, and Friday kindergarten programs visit us at www.gigharborfoundation.org/gghf-curious-by-nature-school 

CONTACT US:
  
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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