Buellton Chamber News
November 2016

'tis always the season to Shop Local

In This Issue
WELCOME
NEW MEMBERS
The Buellton Chamber welcomes new members throughout the year.  Membership for a business is $150 annually and $50 for a non-profit,  and offers a plethora of benefits.  If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, please visit our website.
 
Biz Card Rack
 

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - Jack Von Schlichting 

MarBorg Industries

 

  

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

2016 Mixer & Event Schedule
  • Nov 16th at Classic Party Rentals
  • December 7th at SYV Marriott
  • January Chamber Installation TBD
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
  • President: Ron Anderson - Ron Anderson Real Estate
  • Vice President:  Tessi Martinez - First American Title
  • Treasurer:  Mark Mendenhall - Mendenhall Construction
  • Rudie Henderson - Military Affairs Chairperson
  • Pete Robertson
  • John Wright, Standing Sun Wines
  • Sonia Jimenez, Rabobank
  • Chris Merz, SYV Marriott
Webinars & Workshops
Take advantage of these FREE Webinars and Workshops.  You may pick and choose those sessions you prefer and pertain to your business. 


Storm Water Tip
of the Month
Provided by the City of Buellton
Storm Water Tip of the Month
Place all recyclable metals such as clean aluminum foil and pie plates, metal cans of all types (aluminum, steel, tin, bi-metal and empty aerosol cans), pots and pans and other hard objects made out of metal in the designated recycling bins provided by your waste hauler.  Remember to sweep up any metal shavings from metal fabrication work areas. 
Water Conservation
Consider purchase of a Water Sense or Energy Star dishwasher or washing machine during a Holiday Sale Event.  You can not only save water and energy but you could be eligible for a rebate.  LaPointe's Appliance Center located in Buellton is a good place to start.
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.
Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director
Buellton Chamber of Commerce
 
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Tools for your business.  
Check out the new link on our Chamber site that offers you the tools you need to be successful in business.  You will find a wealth of answers, resources, and tools that are intended to help you, our member.  Please click on the image below to be directed to this new resource for your business.
Advertising Opportunity for our Members

Because we are members of 
  Visit Santa Barbara (VSB), that means that you're invited to participate in their annual Visitors Magazine.  Buellton will be sponsoring an introduction to give the lay of the land, but we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to participate and have a story written about your organization.  
 
As VSB's sole fulfillment piece, the Visitors Magazine is sent directly to 33,000 visitors and members of the trade and press  per year.  In addition, it is distributed to 27,500 out-of-market and 24,500 
in-market targeted locations delivering a combined readership of 600,000 (including digital views).  And this year, there will be over 2000 hotel rooms in Santa Barbara that will have the magazine 
in-room.
If you'd like to see the digital version of last year's publication as a reminder, please click here Visit Santa Barbara  and click THIS LINK  to view their 2017 media kit to learn more. 

Member to Member Discounts
win_win_checks.jpg If you would like to offer other members a discount to your business, please let us know so we can add you to our list of businesses offering Member to Member discounts.  It's a Win-Win since you gain a new customer and our members receive a discount.  
Call the Chamber today to participate.  688-7829 
Saturday Service
Don't forget that we now have Clean Air Express offering Saturday Service to Santa Barbara.  Take the stress out of driving and parking and hop on the bus.  The pick-up/drop-off is at Pea Soup Andersen's Restaurant on the Avenue of Flags across from the bronze children statue. The bus makes two runs throughout the day.  Whether you have family who wants to come to Buellton or if you wish to go to Santa Barbara for the day, check out the Clean Air Express.
  

Here's a fun Challenging for all of our members.  Do you offer a product or service that would make a great Stocking Stuffer this Christmas? Send us your favorite Christmas Stocking Stuffer and we'll publish all the great ideas in our December Newsletter.  Come on Valley....show us your best and keep the $$$ local.  Forget Amazon, and other online shopping. Support your communities by buying local! As we gear up for the Holidays, let's do what we can to keep people shopping local and feed our own economy.  
Happy Shopping! 
Buellton & Solvang 
Chambers of Commerce
Joint Mixer
Wednesday, November 16th
Classic Party Rentals
5-7pm
Classic Party Rentals
The Buellton and Solvang Chambers are gathering together to celebrate the November Mixer by announcing the Harvest Cup Winner from the Scarecrow Contest.  We'll also be recognizing our local law enforcement; The SB County Sheriff and the CA Hwy Patrol.  Please join us as we celebrate "Tailgate" style and wear your your favorite team jersey or ball cap.  
If you have anything Cubs (Click on Cubs to hear the song) related, this would be a good time to pull it out and represent!
You won't want to miss this one.  We all know Classic Party rentals knows how to put on a great party. 
As a reminder, our members are welcome to our mixers, free of charge.  We do charge non-members a $10 fee. 
We welcome prizes, certificates, or gifts for our raffle.  Please call the Chamber if you have any questions and 
Thank you for your continued support.  688-7829  
Buellton Winter Fest
Sunday, December 4th

Come on out and celebrate Christmas and the holidays with us as we kick off the season.
Lots of activities for the entire family including:  
Breakfast with Santa
A concert
Holiday Village
Snow!
Light Parade
Food Trucks
Beer/Wine/Spirits
Christmas Tree Lighting
Click HERE for complete details.

There's still time to join us as a vendor or with a parade entry.  We are not accepting any more food vendors, but retail vendors are welcome.  All parade entries must be lit up and no equestrian entries will be allowed.  Please click on the links below for the appropriate participation form.

If you would like to volunteer at any of the events throughout the day, please contact the Chamber.  Helping hands are always welcome for set up, clean up, overseeing craft activities, monitoring the snow tent and parade line-up.
Please call the Buellton Chamber with any questions:
688-7829

Shop Small Saturday

November 26th

Be sure to hit the town and shop local this Holiday Season.  Saturday, November 26th is recognized as a day to Shop Small and remind you to support our local businesses in our community before going online or out to the Big Box stores. 

While you're out shopping, remember to 

tag #Buellton or #VisitBuellton and 

American Express #ShopSmall on your social media 

to show others how we support our local businesses.

Have fun! Shop Small!

 

December Mixer at the 
SYV Marriott 
December 7th

Mark your calendars!  You've all been patiently waiting for the renovation of the Marriott and it's finally here!  We've had a sneak peak and it's sure to please.  Come see for yourself as we gather for the Mixer on December 7th.  You won't want to miss this one.   
 
Mixer Hosts Needed for 2017

We're putting together the mixer line up for 2017.  If your business would like to host and showcase your business, please call the Chamber to reserve the month of your choice. You may also partner with other business members if you wish. Call today! 688-7829

Trikke Skkis 

Coming in December.

 

Here's something to put under the Christmas Tree.  Just when you thought Trikkes couldn't get any better.  Now you can take to the slopes and enjoy this carving vehicle in the snow!  Find out more about this awesome product by calling Trikke in Buellton at  693-0800.

 

Veterans Stand Down

We wish to thank all of you that contributed to the success of the Veterans Stand Down.  Here's some of the ways you helped bring a smile to these brave men and women who served our country to keep us safe.
Total Veterans Served: 579
Services offered:  Showers, Haircuts, breakfast, lunch, coffee, bottled water and juice, packaged snacks and Bus Tokens issued.

Food, Clothing and Hygiene Products
Behavioral Wellness Counseling
Medical: Dental, Vision VA Medical Exams, VA Eligibility Verifications, Suicide Prevention & Awareness.
Pet Zone: Microchips, Rabies and  FVRCP
Vaccinations.

And much gratitude to the 660 volunteers that organized every detail.  A special thanks you to Buellton local, Rosemary Hrehor for her help in rallying the Buellton community.

More statistics available at www.sbcountystanddown.com. 
Santa Ynez Valley Star offers 
Chamber Members 20% Discount

The Santa Ynez Valley Star is offering Chamber Members a discount on advertising in the December Issue.  
Receive a 20% discount on 1/6 page or larger.
Deadline is November 18th and you may contact Shana for more details.  350-3148

Help Feed Families in our Community
The Foodbank ensures families in need receive healthy, well balanced and nutritious meals.  This holiday season thousands of families, seniors and children need help.  With your support, the Foodbank will provide hope and millions of meals to those in need this season.  Your gift will be matched by Wells Fargo's $15,000 pledge.

 Classes offered at Zaca Creek Golf Course in Buellton 

Learn to golf at Zaca Creek Golf Course.  The program covers all areas of the game, putting, chipping and short game.  Open to players of all skill levels.  Classes offered by PGA professional, Bob Kotowski.  Start swinging, by calling Bob at 698-6224.

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People Helping People 
Wine Sale! 
Tuesday, November 22nd

Vino de Suenos One-Day Wine Sale is coming up and you will not want to miss this chance to purchase some great wines at a discounted price. 
Just in time for the holidays too!
To reserve wine or place an order for November 22nd, 

Return your order form to Erica at erica@syvphp.org, 686-0295 x 109, or fax (686-2856). Orders will be reserved immediately but will be filled and available on November 22nd and held for pick up at the PHP offices at 545 N, Alisal in Solvang. PHP will even deliver to your location in the Santa Ynez Valley on orders of 1 case or more.
Gingerbread House Party
The Creation Station Fabric & Quilt Shop is offering some fun activities in the next couple of months.
Novermber 27th:  Will be the Annual Gingerbread House Party in partnership with the Solvang Bakery.  There will be 3 time slots and you must Pre-Register.
Thanksgiving Week Camp:  Ages 7 and up, 10am-3pm, you may register for a single day or the entire week.  Call to reserve a spot.
Wednesday After School Club:  Ages 7 and up, 2-5pm.  $20 supplies not included

Adult Happy Hour Craft Club:  6:30-8:30pm $20 + Kit Fee
  • November 18th:  Pine Cone Craft
  • December 9th:  Holiday Ornament
Prior Registration is required for all classes.  Reserve by calling:  805-693-0174 
Hitching Post II Turns 30!
Congratulations to Frank Ostini and the entire family and staff who have not only served up great food for 30 years, but have also been an integral part in putting Buellton on the map! Come in anytime between now and December 15th to enjoy special 30th Anniversary offerings.  Way to go!
Buellton is open for Business!
Vacant Commercial Spaces Available
We still have plenty of vacancies in our shopping centers. Please feel free to reach out to us if you know someone interested and we'll be sure to put them in touch with the leasing agent, owner, or realtor.  Buellton has some great opportunities for businesses looking to grow.  Being at the crossroads of Hwy 246 and Hwy 101, Buellton lends itself to a large amount of traffic and visibility.  Here is a list of some spaces available in Buellton.  We will continue to update this list as we learn of more spaces.  We also have vacant land for development and would be happy to offer you more information on those parcels if you would like to contact the Chamber. Buellton is buzzing and now is the time to make the move and be a part of our growing community.   
  • 653 Avenue of Flags Details  
  • 760 McMurray Road Details (New Listing)
  • 270 East Hwy 246 Small Office Space (New Listing)
  • 185 W. Hwy 246 (New Listing)
  • 270 E Hwy 246 Retail (New Listing)
  • 240 E Hwy 246 River Oak Plaza (New Listing)
  • McMurray Road on the Village Project Details 
  • 291 Industrial Way Details  
  • 36 Industrial Way.  Details (In Escrow)
  • 10 McMurray Road.  Details (In Escrow)
  • 20-60 E. Hwy 246 & 220 Avenue of Flags. Details
  • 290 Valley Station Drive.  See Flyer for details
  • 175 McMurray Rd, Ste G upstairs, Info
  • 225 McMurray Rd, Unit F  Info
  • 225 McMurray Rd, Unit E  Info
  • 175 Industrial Way
  • Crossroads at the Village (Corner of Hwy 246 & McMurray Rd)
  • 593 Avenue of Flags, Units 103 & 104  Info 

Buellton Parks & Rec Happenings 

 

The Buellton/Solvang Rec offers endless fun for all ages.

 

  • December 1-Descanso Gardens & Norton Simon Museum
  • December 4th- Buellton Winter Fest and Breakfast with Santa
  • December 19-21-Todd Rogers Volleyball Camp
  • Senior Lunch Buddies More information contact Buellton Senior Center 688-4571.

These are just a few to mention.  Be sure to pick up a schedule (At the Rec Center, City Hall, or the Buellton Chamber) or go online www.buelltonrec.com for a complete list of activities. 

Thank you to the rec departments for keeping our community active and healthy.

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  • Buellton City Council and Planning Commission meetings are now "live" broadcast and can also be viewed anytime by accessing the archives. Check out the link on the City of Buellton website.
  • Shop and Sip at Vintage and Vino at Helix Tasting Room November 19th from 9-3.
  • Homespun Holidays Craft Sale:  202 Dairy Lane Rd.  Friday Nov 18th 10am-6pm / Saturday Nov 19th 9am-5pm.  Local Crafters with all sorts of goodies!
  • Seems impossible but true, come Celebrate the 6th anniversary of Figueroa Mountain on Saturday November 26th from 1-9:30.  We're proud to have you in Buellton. 
  • The cover story for the November Santa Ynez Valley Star on local nonprofit We Support the Troops SYV moved Doniece Parsons and Jon McDermott, owners of Mother Hubbard's Restaurant in Buellton, and they decided to donate all their profits from their November Farm to Table Locavore dinner on November 19 to the organization.Reservations required by calling  688-3912.
  • Registration for Hancock Winter and Spring Classes begins on November 14th.
  • What are the Boy Scouts up to?  Find out at www.Troop42BSA.org.
  • Wreath Making at the SYV Botanic Garden on December 10th.