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The Grants Pass and Josephine County Chamber of Commerce is excited to host our annual “Concerts in the Park” series! Join us Tuesday evenings beginning June 13th through July 18th, 6:30pm-8:30pm for 5 weeks of FREE Community Concerts. *No concert July 4th. This year, our final concert will be Back to the 50’s.

This family friendly event features local food trucks, sweet treats from Soroptimist, kid activities, vendor booths as well as Wild River Brewing’s Tap Trailer. Make a night of it, bring the family for great music, delicious food, dancing and fun for all ages.

“TOB” - That Other Band is a Funk, R&B, and Soul band that came together in 2004. From different parts of the country and backgrounds, members came together with a deep appreciation and mutual respect for each other, the music they play and their audiences. Based

Tuesdays

June 13th, 20th, 27th

July 11th, 18th out of Roseburg, TOB has played events along Oregon’s I-5 corridor for many years. They have proven to be one of the Umpqua Valley’s most followed bands, playing larger community events, wine and brew festivals where they are known for bringing an entertaining experience, laughter, dance groves and musicianship!

Hailing from the misty mountains of southern Oregon, Living Loving Led is an “irresistible energy- a literally transformative fire!” Weaving Zeppelin’s live versions into the recorded renditions, all songs are performed in the original keys, complete with vocal harmonies, keyboards and acoustics… “A rock n roll show guaranteed to put you directly on the stairway to heaven!” “Seeing Living Loving Led is like taking an aesthetic multivita- min, the show and the members are always gorgeous!”

Ben Rice’s music is deeply rooted in traditional blues, yet at the same time fiercely original. His guitar playing earns labels like “fearless,” “inventive” and “powerful,” and he routinely brings audiences to their feet with his stunning and emotionally honest vocal delivery. The Hustle is an expansion of the trio that Rice has been playing with for the last decade. Adding instruments and singers offers up an expansion of the sonic palette Rice works with.

Gretchen’s authentic, country voice navigates its way into the hearts of listeners. Growing up on a farm in the Pacific Northwest,

All Concerts @ Midway Park at Josephine County Fairgrounds ~ 1451 Fairgrounds Road, Grants Pass

We will be resuming Concerts at Josephine County Fairgrounds for the 2023 season. The Midway Park is a grassy open area with plenty of space and shade trees. This location offers an abundance of parking, easy access facilities and optimal vendor space. We are so thankful for this partnership!

she surely has her own unique country style, with a bold clarity and warmth in her velvety voice. With Gretchen’s bright personality and a sparkle in her eye, she is sure to captivate the crowd.

Roger Anderson as Elvis.

As a child Roger was completely mesmerized by Elvis Presley. You might even say he learned how to sing by singing along with Elvis recordings.

After studying the moves and the voice, Roger performed in dozens of Casino’s and Elvis Contests. Roger came in second place in one of the biggest Elvis contests in the World in Penticton, Canada. His moves and vocals are right up there with some of the top Elvis Tribute Artist’s in the world today. A must see for any true Elvis Fan! Joined by one of the world’s closest Frank Sinatra sound-alikes, Jamie Goetz is sure to have you “start spreading the news”!

The Chamber is honored to continue to offer this FREE gift to the Community. Concerts would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors and community partners. Thank you all!

Congratulations to the 2023 Chamber Ambasssador SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!

Grants Pass High School

HANNAH MILLER

Illinois Valley High School

REBEKAH MERRILL

North Valley High School

JOLA COZZI

Ribbon Cuttings

Our Chamber Ambassadors organize Ribbon Cutting Celebrations for a variety of events for Chamber Members! • New Businesses

Grand Openings

Remodels/ New Construction

New Ownership

•Business Anniversaries

Contact Brittni to schedule your celebration! bbiller@grantspasschamber.org

$14.20 per hour

Standard

Benton, Clatsop, Columbia, Deschutes, Hood River, Jackson, Josephine, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk, Tillamook, Wasco, Yamhill, parts of

* Clackamas, Multnomah, & Washington

$15.45 per hour

Portland Metro Area

* Clackamas, Multnomah, & Washington

$13.20 per hour

Nonurban Counties

Baker, Coos, Crook, Curry, Douglas, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, Wheeler

* The minimum wage you should get depends on your employer’s exact address. If you work INSIDE the urban growth boundary, you should make at least $15.45 If you work OUTSIDE the urban growth boundary, you should make at least $14.20. Look up your work address here: bit.ly/metroboundary

▶ Every worker must be paid at least minimum wage. There are exceptions but they are uncommon.

▶ The minimum wage goes up every year. These rates are in effect from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The next minimum wage increase is on July 1, 2024.

▶ Tip credits are illegal in Oregon.

▶ Deductions are allowed if legally required or if you agree in writing and the deduction is for your benefit. Your paycheck must show this information.

▶ If you make close to minimum wage, you may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit. Visit eitcoutreach.org

Contact Us

If your employer isn’t following the law or something feels wrong, give us a call. The Bureau of Labor and Industries is here to enforce these laws and protect you.

Call: 971-245-3844

Email: BOLI_help@boli.oregon.gov

Web: oregon.gov/boli

Se habla español.

Western Mortgage Brokers, Inc

Western Mortgage Brokers, Inc

Grants Pass, OR 97526

(307) 797-0786

Valerie Powell

Email: Valeriep@wmbrokers.com

Website: http://wmbrokers.com

Category: Mortgage Advisor

Description:

We are a local mortgage broker that has been helping Oregon families with their home buying needs for over 20 years. We serve all of Oregon, Washington and Idaho. Whether you are buying a home or refinancing we can help. We are experts at mortgage financing. We make the mortgage process for home buying or refinancing simple.

Grants Pass Pressure Washing & More LLC

Grants Pass Pressure Washing &

More LLC

Grants Pass, OR 97527

(541) 301-4271

Nathan Beairsto

Email: nathan@grantspasspressurewashing.com

Website: www.grantspasspressurewashing.com/

Category: Home & Garden

Description:

GRANTS PASS PRES-

SURE WASHING & MORE, your friendly, locally owned, veteran owned pressure washing service. We are now offering soft washing, concrete sealing, window washing and wood restoration.

Catalyst Pizza Co.

Catalyst Pizza Co.

314 SE H Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526

(541) 761-1089

Primary: Anna Thomas

Email: a.irish90@gmail.com

Website: http://www.toasttab.com/catalyst314

Category: Restaurant

Description:

Zack & Anna Thomas established Catalyst Pizza Co. In Grants Pass in June of 2019. We’ve grown from multiple food trucks to having a brick-and-mortar restaurant in just 4 years. We offer NY-style hand-tossed Pizza as well as the only Detroit-style Pizza in all of Southern Oregon.

Along with our pizzas, we offer a wide variety of other delicious food like sandwiches, wings, and more! Check out our new restaurant at 314 SE H St. Opening June 1st, 2023! Open Tues - Sun from 11-8pm

The Young Professionals Network is for young professionals in the target age range of 18-45 who are looking for networking opportunities with other young professionals, connections to the community and business leaders, community engagement, and professional development. The network holds monthly luncheons, quarterly socials, and community service projects.

Asante, Banner Bank, NiceBadge

First Interstate Bank, Logan Design, Midland Empire Ins., Weekend Beer Co., People’s Bank of Commerce, Jim Sigel Automotive, Hampton Inn & Suites, and RE/MAX Integrity-Bifano Home Team

For the month of May, our Young Professionals ventured out in the community. We recently registered with the City of Grants Pass for their Adopt-A-Street program. Our group committed to quarterly clean-ups on Washington Boulevard from Morgan to Midland. Big thanks to our fantastic community supporters: Farmers Building Supply for the handy buckets, Republic Services for donating safety vests and Asante for the trash grabbers.

Later in the month for Professional Development, we toured the Josephine Community Library District, Grants Pass Branch. We learned about the countless programs available for all ages and all abilities. We also heard about new resources that will soon become available such as a virtual meeting pod. It was very exciting to hear the plans for the new Library and the impact it will have in our community.

Visit our Community Calendar at www.grantspasschamber.org for more information.

To learn more about the Young Professionals Network, please email Christie Swafford at cswafford@grantspasschamber.org Follow us on social media or sign up for text alerts by texting GPYPN to 38316

Chamber of Commerce Text Messaging Program

General Messages - Text GPJC to 38316

To join the YPN group - Text GPYPN to 38316

To join the Greeters groupText GREETERS to 38316

To join the Merchant groupText MERCHANT to 38316

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Why Join?

Your also maintains effective relationships with elected representatives and staff at the local, and federal levels, ensuring that the interest of business are represesented. Your investment alllows us to operate and represent our community and businesses!

Active Club, Grants Pass

Applegate Valley - Oregon Vintners Assoc.

Cartwright’s Valley Meat Co.

Davis, Freudenberg, Day & Driver, Fournier

ER Electric Service, Inc.

Ferguson Fabrication, LLC

First Interstate Bank - North Branch

Friends of Josephine County Fairgrounds

Fusion Performing Arts Alliance

Grants Pass Golf Club

Grants Pass Rotary Club

Hunter Communications, Inc.

Ideal Brokers Real Estate

Indoor Airman

Lippert’s Carpet One

Mountain Blossom Bees

Nectar Markets, LLC

Our Foster Kids

Parkway Christian Center

Redwood Terrace Assisted Living

Rogue Solutions Accounting

Seven Feathers Casino Resort

Sherri Scott Real Estate

Southern Oregon Guild of Artists

St. Anne Catholic School

Valley Animal Hospital

Val’s Ice Cream LLC

Venuti_Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s Intl

Wicks Emmett LLP

MONTHLY

Upcoming Chamber Events

Greeters- “Business for Breakfast”

Every Wednesday - 8:00 am

Connect w/Enews & Calendar for Locations

Government Affairs Committee

1st Monday - 9:00 am

Young Professionals Network Committee (YPN)

2nd Monday - 12:00 noon

Business Retention & Expansion Committee 2nd Tuesday - 8:00 am

Chamber Board Meeting 2nd Thursday - 8:00 am

Ambassador Committe Meeting

1st Wednesday - 7:00 am