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"I do not choose to be a common man. It is my right to be uncommon, if I can I want to take the calculated risk, to dream, and to build, to fail and to succeed." |
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the month we start seeing pink. Show your support, remember a loved one or help someone who is fighting to save their life.
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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.
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Biz Card Rack
Don Bratt
Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - Wanda Macpherson
MarBorg Industries
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
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Rabobank -
November 20th
Classic Party Rentals -
December
Holiday 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. |
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Board of Directors
- Ron Anderson - Ron Anderson Real Estate
- Dan Baumann - Flying Flags RV Resort
- Pete Robertson
- Rudie Henderson - Military Affairs Chairperson
- Megan DeCicco - Chumash Casino Resort
- Tessi Martinez - First American Title
- Amy Lee - Blush Beauty at Heather Rae
- Joe Padilla - Avant Tapas & Wine
- Matt Snyder - Valley Pets
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Storm Water Tip of the Month
Provided by the City of Buellton
Keep your recyclables in separate containers. It is easier to recycle them if they are separated based on their material. 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. |
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Every Thursday
at 8-9:30 am
at Avant Tapas & Wine
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Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director
Buellton Chamber of Commerce
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A Buellton Business Association Publication
p: (805)688-7829
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Each month at our mixers we place a donation box next to the bar area. All the proceeds from that evening's donations go towards a non-profit here in Buellton. Feel free to chip in.
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Restoration Oaks Ranch & Blueberry Farm
Mixer Fun!
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Vintage Trailer Bash at Flying Flags RV Resort
    
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Greetings!
1st and 10 do it again! If you're a football fan, you must be loving this season. But, there are many reasons to love this season besides football. You have some great opportunities in the next few months to capture your share of the market and move those chains, (that's football language for making progress and moving the ball down the field).
With the holidays just around the corner, you should be studying your playbook and coming up with ways to tackle your customer base and move your business forward.
As the Chamber, we're here to support you, cheer you on, and do what we can do to help you succeed.
All the best to you as you make your way to a Touchdown!!
Go Team! Buellton Rocks!
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October 16th Mixer
at Rabobank - Buellton Branch
61 W. Hwy 246
5-7pm
You're invited to join us for our upcoming Mixer at Rabobank. Sonia Jimenez, Branch Manager, and her staff will be hosting our October Mixer. Come mix and mingle, while enjoying food, beverages, and live music. This is always a great mixer, so we'll see you there. We greatly appreciate the continued support of our members and can't thank you enough for your gracious donations. If you would like to promote your business and donate an item for our raffle, please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 688-7829 and we'll gladly add you to our list.
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The Scarecrows are coming to Buellton and the entire Valley!!
We are so proud of our local business community for coming out and supporting this event. We have just over 40 entries for the Scarecrow Fest and hopefully one of these will bring home the Harvest Cup! We're working on a ballot and map for you to take around and vote for your favorite. Scarecrows will be up from October 11- Nov 11 and all ballots are due by October 25th. We will have ballots at all participating business locations and ballots may be turned in to designated locations. The Buellton winner will be announced on Halloween and from there will compete for the Harvest Cup (the best of the Valley). So get out and support our businesses and enjoy all the time and effort that went into building these scarecrows. Have Fun and happy voting!!
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Rent a Christmas Tree for Your Business from My Living Christmas Tree Co.
 As we've seen in surrounding communities, the towns come alive during the holidays and this year, we're inviting you to help create that spirit in Buellton as well. My Living Christmas Tree Co. offers our local businesses the opportunity to rent a tree for the Holidays. The cost is $100 to rent a tree and that includes: Delivery / Maintaining & Watering / Pick-up. All you have to do is decorate and display the tree for all to enjoy. The trees will be delivered around Thanksgiving and picked-up after the New Year. If you would like to take advantage of this great opportunity, feel free to give them a call & order your tree. 805-452-0091. What better way to spruce up your business during the holidays than with a live tree? |
Turn your Christmas Tree into Mulch. January 5th at River View Park
For the first time, residents may bring their Christmas trees (other trees will be accepted as well) to be chipped and take home the mulch for their yards. For all the details, check out the attached flyer. MarBorg will still offer the curbside tree pick-up service, but for those who would like to turn their tree into mulch, this is another great option. |
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Featured Business of the Month
Santa Ynez Web Designs
Mike Petersen with wife, Carol Lesher-Petersen
I retired from the United States Air Force in 1988 and from Lockheed Martin in 2009. Carol volunteered me to create a website for PAWS Parks and soon after that, the Vikings of Solvang asked me to become their webmaster.
During my working years I learned database analysis, system administration, networking and software programming. It wasn't long before I was comfortable with the tools necessary to create websites and a new career was launched. Santa Ynez Web Design is here to help you or your business with web design needs.
I'd love to hear from you and if you are interested in having a website built for your personal, business or professional use, you've come to the right place.
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Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society Pet of the Month
Dingo Queensland Heeler Blue Merle 1 ½ yrs. M(N)
There are many cattle dogs, but few are as spectacular as Dingo. He has a stunning blue merle coat, a bright smile and a mild temperament. Dingo comes from a family home with acreage. He enjoyed playing with the children, socializing with the horses, and chasing the squirrels. It was a dog's life. Unfortunately, he enjoyed chasing the cows as well, which was frowned upon by the ranch owner, not to mention the cows! Dingo is very obedient, unless cows are involved, and would make a great family companion. Come meet him today. Dingo is microchipped and weighs 45lbs.
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Thank you to our local Boy Scouts!
 We sincerely thank our local Boy Scouts & parents for their help in distributing our new Member Directories. They walked all of our neighborhoods delivering the directories to our residents. This is a huge job and we couldn't be more thankful for their time and service to our community. Thank You!!
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Send us your Specials and Offers so we can Tweet
 If you have a special discount or offer you would like us to Tweet about on Twitter, please send it over and we'll get the word out. Email your offer to info@buellton.org |
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Flu Shots & Free Advertising
It's Flu season and the Buellton Medical Center is offering to come to your business and provide flu shots to your staff. Also, the Medical Center is accepting coupons or information regarding your business to be included with their customer receipts when they come in for a flu shot. If you would like to promote a special or offer you have running with your business, this is a great FREE way to do so. Thank you Myra and the Buellton Medical Center for thinking of fellow business members in our community this way. You may take at least 300 of what it is you wish to include, to 195 W. Hwy 246 in Buellton.
Lastly, Dr. Joann Ng, Psychiatrist, has joined the Buellton Medical Center and is offering a discount off your first visit. Normally $360. will be $125 your first visit. Call 686-8555 to set up an appointment.
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Golf Tournament Fund Raiser for the Buellton and Solvang Friends of the Library -
Sun. Nov. 3rd
Sponsors are needed to help support this benefit for our local libraries. "Birdies, Barbecue, and Books" will be a best ball scramble at Zaca Creek Golf Course on Sunday, Nov. 3rd. Tee times will be at 11am, 1, & 3pm. Tickets are $50 per golfer, and $20 for children under 15 with an adult entry. If you're not a golfer and just want to come support and witness the fun, a $20 fee will apply.  How you can help: Sponsorships are available at $100 and $200 levels. For $100 you may be a Hole sponsor with recognition at the hole. For $200 you will be a Team sponsor with recognition during the event. Donation of prizes are welcomed too. Contact Carolyn Lawrence at 688-1469 or email syvfriends@gmail.com for more information. Proceeds help benefit both libraries with enrichment programs, technology uprades and other library materials.
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Platinum Performance
5K Run - Saturday, October 19
 Los Olivos Day in the Country is hosting a 5K Run sponsored by Platinum Performance. Registration is $20, kids $1. 6:30am on-site registration, 7:30 5K walk begins, 8:00am Run begins. Register at Active.com or on race day. Contact Jessie at 688-1731.
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Foodbank needs you! Volunteers needed to teach kids nutritious recipes!
The Kid's Farmers Market Program is an opportunity for the Foodbank to combat the prevalence of obesity and diabetes in the low-income population through nutritious foods and nutrition education. The nutrition education curriculum details how fruits and vegetables are grown, how they are cooked and used, nutrition value and importance; and include learning activities and recipes that promote fresh produce as an alternative to processed food. As part of the curriculum, the Nutrition Educators and children prepare and eat a nutritious recipe during each Kid's Farmers Market. The children are encouraged to participate in the food preparation activities, taste the seasonal produce and recipes, ask questions and take home educational materials to share with their families. At the conclusion of the nutrition education curriculum, the children gather the produce they have selected at the start of the Kid's Farmers Market and the education materials to take home.
KFM Educators engage children in making healthy recipes once a month. One-hour training is required. Educators are needed at Oak Valley Elementary School in Buellton, the 2nd Wednesday of each month, October - May, 3pm-4pm. Please contact Darlene Chavez, 937-3422, ext. 109 or |
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Thank you to Restoration Oaks Ranch & Blueberry Farm
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the entire Rolland Jacks family for their warm hospitality. They have a beautiful farm and Retreat/Vacation home which they shared with us in September. Our business members had the chance to tour the home and property and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The home sleeps up to 18-21 people and all you'll need is your suitcase. Complete with all the amenities of home plus a game room, bocce ball court, outdoor dining and fire pit, this is the perfect location for reunions, retreats, or weddings. The Blueberry farm will be open on Saturdays from 10-2, on announced weekends, for various items through the harvest season. At this time, you may be able to pick some raspberries or grab a pumpkin from the patch. Please think of Restoration Oaks Ranch for your next gathering.
Remember, these mixers are meant to network, and meet other business persons who you may wish to do business with. We encourage you to bring your business cards, shake some hands, and make your way through the crowd. We've heard some great success stories come out of our Mixers where individuals were able to sign some pretty impressive deals. The Mixers also offer a way for our hosts to invite you into their place of business and showcase what they have to offer and meet their staff. Remember to thank them for their hospitality when you have the opportunity to do so. As you can see, a great deal of planning and preparation goes into hosting a mixer.
Our sincere thanks goes out to the following businesses who were so kind to donate an item for our raffle:
Rudie & Carol Henderson ~ Jan, Lamont Kelly Chase ~ RedFern Acupuncture ~ Zaca Creek Golf Course ~ South Coast Karate ~ All Sport Fitness ~ SYV Humane Society ~ Neary Chiropractic ~ Figueroa Mountain Brewing ~ Postal Annex ~ PCPA Theaterfest ~ Zodo's Bowling ~ SB County Vintners Association ~ Pea Soup Andersen's Restaurant ~ Your Travel Center ~ Buellton Senior Center ~ Restoration Oaks Ranch ~ First Bank ~ Buellton Garage ~ Buellton Medical Center ~ First American Title
Our Perpetual Drawing winner was Chapman's Hand Car Wash and Detail,unfortunately they were not present so the pot goes to $45.00 at the next mixer.
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Meet our New Members
The Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) is an intermediate agency between the California Department of Education and the 20 independent school districts and two community colleges in our county. Its mission is to provide service and leadership in the areas of students, teachers, and finance.
More than 87 percent of SBCEO's budget provides classroom instruction and support to special populations of students. The office also provides staff development and other support for teachers countywide. For the county's school districts, SBCEO provides information-technology and business services, including the processing of payroll and commercial warrants as well as the monitoring of district budgets.
"I believe strongly in the value of private-public partnerships and networks that strengthen both schools and communities," said Bill Cirone, Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools. "Working with business partners and supporting a healthy economic climate translates into strong schools. We see these partnerships with the business community as a win-win." For more information, go to www.sbceo.org
or call 964-4711, ext. 5282.
GEM Mortgage
If you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, we have a full line of real estate loan programs to meet your needs. GEM Mortgage is a California based direct lender (established in 1987). We succeed by eliminating the "middle man" and giving you the advantage of lower interest rates and lower closing costs.
Our team of trusted loan professional fund over $2 billion a year in home loans and they are ready to put their knowledge of the mortgage industry to work for you.
Antonio's Pizza
Serving Buellton and the Santa Ynez Valley since 1986, Antonio's Pizza is located in Buellton and serves pizza, fine pasta dishes, fresh salads, and sandwiches. Their dining rooms offer a fun and comfortable dining experience suitable for the whole family.
Spectrum Painting
SPECTRUM Painting is a professional painting company that performs residential and commercial re-paints and custom residential new construction painting. Offering free color consulting, ;they specialize in designer interiors and custom cabinet refinishing. The estimates are detailed, the painters are professional and must pass a background check and of course, SPECTRUM Painting is fully insured.
Innovative Learning
Innovative Learning produces solutions to the human services sector developed to improve outcomes for the provider, purchasers, families and consumers of behavioral healthcare services. The objective is to provide online technology that is designed to be user friendly and accessible for even the most inexperienced of users. Via our college, the College of Applied Human services (CoAHS) and Project Optimal for California Teacher preparation programs, all courses are competency tested and offer a range of support options to assist learners through the process. Our accredited education programs, married with industry leading data collection and practice management tools for the provider and practitioner, solutions are developed to maximize all stakeholders "Full Potential".
Central Coast Print
Central Coast Print is your source for printing and more on the Central Coast of California. Since 1990 we have worked hard to make sure that no job leaves our shop unless our customers are satisfied. At Central Coast Print, you will find a well-trained team ready to serve you. We work hard every day to meet and exceed our customers expectations. We are located in the heart of Buellton CA, where we operate and ship all our orders both nationally and worldwide. We offer competitive prices, and have the latest technology and equipment to make your print look the best it possibly can. We offer CMYK color options and can even help you with your design needs, if necessary. Give us a call today for a consultation on how we can help you take your project from design to reality. Phone: 805-686-4248.
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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.
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Pea Soup Andersen's Restaurant is more than Pea Soup. They welcome you to come try their New Early Bird Breakfast Special: 2 eggs, toast, potatoes & bacon for $4.95, Mon-Fri. 7am-9am. Excludes all coupons & specials.
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Get your Flu Shot! Buellton Medical Center is offering Flu Shots for $30. No appointment necessary. Hours are: M-Th 8-7, Fri 8-4:30, Sat 9-2. 686-8555. Stay healthy this winter.
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Volunteers Needed!! The Buellton Senior Thrift Store and Man Cave are always looking for volunteers to assist with thrift shop operations. If you have some spare time on your hands and want to work in a fun environment with great people, stop by the Thrift Store or Man Cave and get involved.
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Our thoughts and prayers go to Mother Hubbard's Family as Jon's mom, Bernice, passed away recently. Some of you may remember Bernice at our January Mixers at Mother Hubbard's. She lived on the East coast, but would come out during the winter to spend time with Jon and Doniece. Also at Mother Hubbard's this month; Pumpking carving contest Oct 16-30, bring in your best pumpkin and enter to win. Attend the last Farm to Table Lococentric Dinner for the year at the end of the month. Contact Mother Hubbards to RSVP.
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Discount for Senior Citizens! Chapman's Hand Car Wash will be offering a discount of $20 for the month of October. Chapman's is located on the corner of Second St. and Avenue of Flags.
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House of Treasures Thrift store needs volunteers 4 hours a week, mornings or afternoons.
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Halloween Street Faire to return to Santa Ynez. Thursday, October 31 from 5-8:30pm. Enjoy food booths, games, costume contest, and much more. Be sure to visit Scarecrow Village at the SY Historical Museum from Oct 22-Oct 31. 688-4235 for more infomation.
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Allan Hancock College is offering a class to become a CA Notary Public. There is a growing need and on Sat. Oct. 19th from 8-5:25 there will be a class. $100 fee and includes the Notary Public Study Guide and workbook.922-6966 ext. 3764.
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Congratulations to Toby and Raiza Giorgi for their recent article in the LA Times for their ATV for Agriculture business. Please check out the article and if you haven't had the chance to take one of their ATV Tours, get on out there and do it. It is an amazing ride and experience.
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