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Buellton Chamber News
March 2013
  
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
 
 
 
Happy Easter!
In This Issue
Happy St. Patrick's Day & Easter
New Members
Wine and Chili Festival
Buellton State of the City Brunch
March Mixer Reminder
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Buellton Schools Jog-a-Thon
Local friend needs your help
CANstruction
Pet of the Month
Trikke releases new Trikke
Directory Art Work Due
Welcome Ascendant Spirits
Charity Golf Tournament
Meet our New Members
Buellton Bargain Day
Women's Self Defense
Wazzup Buellton?
NEW MEMBERS
We would like to welcome the following Businesses and Individuals as New Members of our Chamber of Commerce:  Please add them to your network of friends.

 

Biz Card Rack

 

Don Bratt

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - Wanda Macpherson

MarBorg Industries

Rio Vista Chevrolet - Sam Sell

Rancho Grande Motors - Mike Sell

Sunset Auto Center

Moriarty Property Company 

 

Thank you to all of our monthly advertisers listed above.  If you would like to have your link placed here, please contact the Chamber.  The monthly fee is $35.00 and is billed on a quarterly basis.  688-7829

 Mixer Schedule
 
  • March 20th
    Ascendant Spirits
  • April at
    Barrelworks, Date TBA
  • May 15th
    Buellton Senior Center & Wells Fargo at the Senior Center
  • June 19th
    Mendenhall Museum
  • July 17th
    Marriott
  • August 21st-
    Buellton Town Plaza-near Valley Pets
  • September 18th
    Restoration Oaks Ranch & Blueberry Farm
  • October 16th
    Rabobank
  • November 20th
    Classic Party Rentals
  • December
    Holiday Installation Luncheon

Community Calendar
Remember to keep the community informed of your events by posting on our Community Calendar.  You may go here to get started.
 Board of Directors
  • Ron Anderson - Ron Anderson Real Estate
  • Dan Baumann - Flying Flags RV Resort
  • Pete Robertson - Ranch & Country Real Estate
  • Rudie Henderson - Military Affairs Chairperson
  • Megan DeCicco - Chumash Casino Resort
  • Tessi Martinez - First American Title
  • Amy Lee - Blush Beauty Boutique & Spa
  • Joe Padilla - Avant Tapas & Wine
  • Matt Snyder - Valley Pets
Who's Meeting Who?  
Storm Water Tip of the Month
Provided by the City of Buellton
The best spill control is prevention.  Maintain and keep current a spill response plan and ensure that employees are trained on the elements of the plan.   For more information on the Storm Water Management Program, contact (805)697-1407 or email:  SWMP@cityofbuellton.com
Other sources for information may be found at www.greenbizsbc.org for ideas & guidebooks tailored for specific types of businesses.
Contacts N Coffee
New Meeting Day!
We are trying a new day to meet for Contacts and Coffee and hope this will accommodate your schedules better so you may attend.  Mark your calendars for every Thursday as we meet for Contacts N Coffee at Avant Tapas & Wine.  Our meetings go from 8am-9:30am and offer you a chance to network, share your business with others, and meet other business members in the community.  Great referrals come from within this group and you are welcome to join us any Thursday.  First visit is FREE.  Also, once you are in the Contacts N Coffee system, you may attend their networking gatherings at any of their locations which spans from SLO, SB, and Ventura counties and beyond.  Get dialed in and watch your business and contacts grow.  
Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director
Buellton Chamber of Commerce
 
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Greetings! 
 

It's time to Spring into action!  We're busy little bees here at the Chamber and are working hard to promote our community.  We have some great events coming up and we'll be looking for Sponsors, Volunteers, and of course Ticket buyers.  All of these events benefit the Chamber of Commerce and allow us to continue to promote our businesses.  We hope you will find time to join in on the fun and get involved.  Contact the Chamber if you would like to be included. 

Also, in the left column, I have included the line-up of Mixers for this year.  A huge thank you to all of our hosts and we want to encourage you to please patronize these businesses when given the opportunity to do so. 

Buellton Wine & Chili Festival
Sunday, March 17th
at Flying Flags RV Resort
Noon-4pm
 
This event is shaping up to be great!  We have Chili and Salsa entries that will be sure to delight.  Along with great food, we'll have over a dozen wineries to taste and we'll also be joined by Figueroa Brewing Co. and Ascendant Spirits.  This is one event you won't want to miss.  Spend your St. Patrick's Day with us and bring on the "Verde". 
We have Vendor spots available.  Chamber Members receive a discounted rate of $50.00 Non-Members is $75.00.  If you would like to put up a 10x10 booth and promote your product or business, please contact the Chamber.  All vendors must be self sufficient and provide all needed set up for your booth.
If you would like to be a volunteer, please contact the Chamber to see where we could use your help.  
Tickets are on sale now at:  www.BuelltonWineAndChiliFestival.com
   Please share this event with your friends and family and like us on facebook.
Reminder: Buellton State of the City  BRUNCH
March 7, 2013
at the Buellton Rec. Center
10am-11:30am
Wake up with Buellton!
$20.00 Please RSVP
 688-7829 or email:  info@buellton.org
March 20th Mixer
at Ascendant Spirits, Inc. Distillery
5-7pm
Join us as we welcome Stephen Gertman, owner of Ascendant Spirits, to Buellton and enjoy this one of a kind facility that is the first of its kind in the Santa Barbara County.  Distilling Vodka and Bourbon, Ascendant Spirits is located at 37 Industrial Way, Unit 102 (in between Figueroa and Avant).  Please join us for networking and visiting with friends.
As in the past, we are accepting donations for our Raffle, so if you would like to promote your business and donate an item for our raffle, please contact the Chamber of Commerce.  688-7829 
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
     
 Zaca Creek Golf Course
Saturday, March 9th at 11am
Join us as we formally welcome the new and improved Zaca Creek Golf Course.  Come see the improvements that have been made to our municipal golf course and enjoy the newly covered patio. A four person golf scramble will start at 10am and it's $20 for 18 holes with food and prizes.  (A BBQ will follow the Ribbon Cutting at the Clubhouse, please feel free to bring a passing dish)
 Vistas at Skytt Mesa
Saturday, March 23 from
11am-5pm
Come celebrate the Ground Breaking and Ribbon Cutting for the Vistas at Skytt Mesa and enjoy food and refreshments, music, raffle prizes and fun.  Get a glimpse at this newest residential development on Skytt Mesa, featuring 3-4 bedroom homes, 6 floor plans, 3 car garages, large view lots, and premium finishes.  Priced from the high $400's.
Oak Valley Elementary and Jonata Middle School are holding their annual Jog-A-Thon.  Sponsorships and donations are welcome.   
This annual fundraiser supports our schools in Buellton.  Sponsorships from $50 and prize donations are welcome. Funds generated will support arts, music, enrichment programs, field trips, and classroom technology. If you would like to participate as a sponsor or a donor for this program and get your company noticed by our local community, please contact Shannon Hazard at:  886-1955 or shannonhazard@msn.com   
Fundraiser for Local Friend
Mike Madeira
Mike had a stroke on January 12, 2013 which has left him with a blood clot on his brain and sizable hole in his heart and his speech has been affected as well.  The Maverick Saloon is holding a fundraiser on March 23 from Noon - 5pm.  Tickets are $15 which includes a BBQ lunch, silent auction, raffle, and live entertainment.  90% of the proceeds will benefit Mike's medical expenses.  If you would like to donate an auction item to this cause, please contact:  448-1202
CANstruction to take place
April 8 - April 16
at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott
  Canstruction photo
The CANstruction - BUILD will be Monday, April 8, 2013 from 3-7 pm. Cansculptures will be on display through April 16, 2013! Come and visit and see the amazing creations! We encourage visitors to bring food donations as well! A collection box is provided in the Main Lobby! Decanstruction will be Tuesday, April 16, 2013. If you are UP TO THE CHALLENGE, contact us and enter a team! Not quite ready to build? We have plenty of SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Contact Rose Hess with the City of Buellton at:  (805)331-2021 or SBCCanstruction@gmail.com
 
Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society Pet of the Month
         

Chip, Chihuahua, 5 mo, m(n)

 

If you are what you eat, then Chip is the perfect name for this Pringle loving Chihuahua. He loves the chips and he responds to his name. It is a match made in heaven. This adorable Chihuahua is a delightful family member and a joy to live with. His temporary family had nothing but praise for him. If you think all Chihuahuas are the same, come meet Chip. Prepare to be impressed.  He is 5 months old and is microchipped.

 

 Thank You,

Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society

www.syvhumane.org

(805)688-8224 

   
Trikke  
 New Razor Trikke E2 is a scene-stealer on Good Morning America's
GMA LIVE! 
Watch the Video here.
Congratulations to Trikke for the recent release of their new Trikke and the attention it received as one of the hottest new toys for 2013.  Be sure to contact Trikke to order yours today.  Trikke is located at 597 Avenue of Flags, Unit 103 (two doors down from the Chamber office)
Other Trikke news: The Santa Barbara Police Department recently purchased two electric powered Trikkes for their patrol officers, so be on the look-out when your in that area.
Directory Ad Artwork Now Due!
We want to thank all of you who purchased an ad in our upcoming Member Directory and Resource Guide.  If you haven't already submitted your artwork, then please submit it to buelltonbook@dmpublish.com  Artwork is due at this time.  Again, thank you for your participation, we are looking forward to bringing you a wonderful directory.
Welcome Ascendant Spirits Distillery
The Chamber recently welcomed our newest business, Ascendant Spirits Distillery with a ribbon cutting on March 1.  Ascendant is the first "legal" distillery in Santa Barbara County since the prohibition. They are distilling Vodka, Bourbon, and they will be adding Gin in the future. 
Please be sure to head on over for a tour and tasting and welcome Stephen Gertman to our Buellton Family.
   
  
Charity Golf Tournament sponsored by the Marriott coming in October.
This is the 1st Annual Miracles Happen Charity Golf Tournament.  This will benefit the Children's Miracle Network and People Helping People Children's Health Services.  Cash Prizes, Sponsorship opportunities, and win a New Car for a Hole In One.  Contact, 325-2020 for more information. 
Meet our New Members
RED FERN ACUPUNCTURE: 
When Cyndi Mikelson was 20, she was hit by a car while walking.  3 months in the hospital got her mobile, but after 6 years her knees were full of bone chips and arthritis.  She was in a lot of pain and her whole left side was gimpy and below her knees felt numb.  She was scheduled for a total knee replacement when a friend encouraged her to try Acupuncture.  She began to feel relief from day one and she had steady improvement over 24 treatments.  Since then she is pain-free, nerve function is restored and subsequent x-rays show remarkable recovery.  She loves this medicine!  Cyndi graduated from the Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine and has practiced in California, Colorado, and New Zealand.  She offers a guarantee of improvement.  If you are in pain, either physically or emotionally, give Cyndi a call.
The mission of the museum is to foster family and youth inspired learning by creating experiences to explore ourselves, our valley, our world, and beyond.  The museum's exhibit and program-based 'please touch' atmosphere engenders the best in self-discovery as children and adults wonder together, getting into the spirit of learning. 
STILETTO MARKETING / EVENTS :
Stiletto Marketing / Events is a full-service marketing and events consulting firm.  Owner Anna Ferguson-Sparks is here to help you promote your company while preserving affordability.  No project is too large, and no company is too small.  They work with various clients in multiple industries, covering marketing-related projects(including social media), PR / publicity / promotion, and event production and or coordination.  They are not an agency, they will work project-based or contract.  Stiletto Marketing also has web site creation and maintenance capabilities.
HORIZONTAL LIGHT PRODUCTIONS: 
Horizontal Light Productions (Bill Spencer,owner) is a website design company and a whole lot more.  They design website for companies that want something more than a stock, canned website.  Horizontal Light Productions understands that a lot of your business identity is prominently seen on the internet through your website.  We can help to insure that your website design reflects the fabric and integrity of your business.  Check out their website at www.horizontallight.com.  
STA. RITA HILLS WINE GROWERS ALLIANCE:The Sta. Rita Hills viticultural appellation is uniquely situated to receive the maritime influences that create the ideal climate for the growing of exceptional winegrapes. Inspired by the incredible potential offered within this wine region, a diverse group of talented growers and winemakers are producing some of California's most exciting Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays and other varietals. 
Buellton Bargain Day
Coming up on May 4th. 

Start doing your Spring Cleaning and get set for the annual Buellton Bargain Day Citywide Garage Sale.  These sales take place right at your own home on the first Saturday in May.  For $5 we'll list your top 5 items and address on our list of participants and advertise along the Central Coast.  Stay tuned for more information or call the Chamber for details.  Time to turn your trash into cash.

 

SY Valley Women's Self Defense
Saturday, March 9th, 1-5PM at the Buellton Medical Center.  195 W. Hwy 246, Buellton.  Presented by Teri Coffee McDuffie.  Ages 10 and up welcome.  Build your confidence and abilities to move in every environment with self defense skills and "Larger" presentation.  $50.00 (reg. $100) Reserve your space with Lucy at 245-8448.

Wazzup Buellton? 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here we offer some news provided by our members as to what is going on in their businesses. 

Please keep us posted as to what is going on in your business. 

  • Anacapa Pest Control is looking for Part Time help.  Secretarial position.  Phone and Computer experience preferred, 4 hours a day, $10/hour.  Contact Alex or Paul with Anacapa Pest Control at:  688-3400.
  • Julia Tipolt State Farm Insurance is looking for an Account Manager.  No experience required.  Salary starting at $10-$20/hour depending on experience, plus generous Bonus.  Please visit job postings to learn more about this position.
  • Mayor Judith Dale will be hosting open office hours on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10AM - Noon and 5-7PM at the Buellton City Council Chambers located behind the Post Office.  Feel free to stop by and chat with our Mayor.
  • On-Site Computer is offering a special Clean up special for $50.00.  Contact them today at 686-4411.  (some restrictions may apply)
  • RJ The Sound Guy offers a variety of services for your next event. Sound systems, music, music video DJing, up-lighting, concert sound, reinforcement, Emcee announcing and day of coordinator.  Receive a 10% Finders Fee when you refer someone to RJ and be sure to check out his new website here. 
  • Firestone Walker opens Barrelworks!!  Be sure to check out the new Barrelworks with Barrel aged "wild beers" and strong ales.  Over 18 taps with a rotating selection.  Inside the Firestone Taproom.
  • Buellton Garage is offering a special for the month of March.  Free Diagnosis, Free Brake Inspection, Free Tire Rotation, and a $37 oil change.  Buellton Garage is located behind Pattibakes in Unit C.  688-3444
  • Congratulations to Vickie Sorensen of Troop 42 for receiving the Bronze Pelican Emblem, recognizing her outstanding work for Catholic Scouting.
  • Congratulations to the Hitching Post for receiving Best Area Restaurants for Buellton in the Santa Barbara County.  Firestone Walker Brewing Co. was also a finalist.
  • Restoration Oaks Ranch Blueberry Farm is the perfect location for your wedding and reception.  Vacation Home, guest bungalow, and reception grounds.  689-9014
  • McDonald's Drive Thru is now open 24 Hours
  • Ostrichland has a beautiful new sign.  Nicely done, Trudy, Blake & crew.