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Healdsburg Developer Gives Back to the Community
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Foss Creek Villas, LLC
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chamber ambassadors
Ambassador Corner
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strong local economy
Trade Show Re-Cap recognition
Chamber Members honored at BEA Breakfast page
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statistics
Website Traffic Report
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2010 Premier Sponsors
Healdsburg entrepreneur Michael Houlihan has brought an innovative “family first” economic stimulus program to Healdsburg that promises to generate up to $35,000 for local retailers. As Managing Member of Foss Creek Villas, LLC, he is giving new owners of
This program is novel, practical and positive, and we’re delighted to be part of it. - Rich Zahedinia these downtown luxury condos a move-in gift of $1,000 to spend with any Healdsburg merchant who are part of the “Trade Links” Merchant Referral Program. “Its simple,” says Houlihan. “Homeowners cash in at close of escrow, and can spend a $1,000 gift certificate with the Merchant partner store of their choice. Merchant partners must either prominently display our marketing brochure in their stores, or link their web sites to the Foss Creek Villas web site www.fosscreekvillas.com “This is where the ‘trading links’ designation was born,” he said. He
added that merchants seeking their share of remaining available funds should contact Deborah Longfellow at (707) 433-8500 immediately. The program launched last fall and since then, local merchants have reaped $15,000 in gift certificates, while seven homeowners have gone shopping. Merchant beneficiaries to date include Cena Luna, Costeaux French Bakery, Dry Creek Kitchen, Garrett ACE Hardware, Gift Horse, Healdsburg Furniture, Hudson Street Design, St. Dizier Home and Souverain.
“This program is novel, practical and positive, and we’re delighted to be part of it,” said Rich Zahedinia of Healdsburg Furniture. “We are benefiting financially, we’re meeting our new neighbors and we’re helping them get settled into their new home and community—it’s all good!”
Visit www.healdsburg.biz/join to find out how you can become a chamber member today!
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau Member Networking Opportunities - NEW
Brown Bag Series
On Wednesday, April 7 the Healdsburg Chamber will begin our newest series of Networking & Information Sharing opportunities. The first Brown Bag will focus on Marketing your business using Social Network web sites. The discussion will be hosted by Firefly Creative Co. and will include “how to’s” and “best practices” to insure that you’re utilizing those services to their fullest potential. The Brown Bag series are scheduled for the first Wednesday of every other month, and they will take place at Healdsburg Golf Club from 12:00 - 1 pm. This is a free event open to all Healdsburg Chamber members. You can find more information on our web site, www.healdsburg.com Ambassador Corner
Chamber Ambassador, Lisa Lemmons, of Exchange Bank, has been a resident of Healdsburg since 1979. She received her California Real Estate license in 1986 where she pursued a career in the real estate industry. In 1992 she joined her mother’s mortgage brokerage business and became a partner in 1994. Since working in the retail and wholesale Lisa Lemmons, Exchange Bank residential loan industry the past 24 years, Lisa has been the recipient of many top producer awards. She joined Exchange Bank in 2007 as a Regional Home Loan Agent, and covers a territory from Northern Santa Rosa to Cloverdale. Her home base is in the Healdsburg Branch. Lisa is married to Craig Swanton, General Contractor, and is the mother of three children; her youngest attends St. John’s School, where Lisa devotes a lot of time volunteering. “I have never felt more at home anywhere than Exchange Bank. We truly are a community bank, we offer the human touch and I am proud to say I work here.” Exchange Bank has a nice blend of Portfolio and FNMA loans. Feel free to stop by and see Lisa regarding any of your residential loan needs, she can be reached at (707) 524-3244. March / April 2010
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Trade Show 2010 is a hit! Our 23rd annual Business Trade show, was held yesterday at the Villa Chanticleer. More than 450 people came to the show between 4 and 7 p.m. to visit more than 50 local business vendors. Despite the rainy weather, four Seniors from Rio Lindo Academy; Daisy, Erin, Adrian, Geordan and their Community Services Director Steve Martin, were there to help our vendors unload their vehicles, assist with their booth setup and also help out by serving water and snacks to our vendors during the show.
View of the Trade Show from the west wing at the Villa Chanticleer. More Trade Show photos can be found at http://picasaweb.google.com/HealdsburgChamberofCommerce
After tallying the ballots for ‘Best Booth’ and ‘Best Food Booth’, we are excited to announce that Exchange Bank secured the Best Booth award and the Best Food Booth went to Big John’s Market. The winner of the Business Power Pack drawing, which includes a free one-year Chamber membership, a free 5 week ad-campaign in the Healdsburg Tribune, and 1,000 full-color business cards from Amoruso Printing goes to Lorraine Plass of Healdsburg Notary. The silent auction, with $20,000 worth of goods and services and over 40 items, raised more than $4,000! Which will go towards the Chamber’s operating budget to help support our program of work in building a strong local economy, promoting the community, providing networking opportunities for members and being the voice of business with local and regional government. Digital Grapevine
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2010 Bicycle Tour Saturday, July 17, 2010 We would like to thank all of our volunteers from last summer, for donating your time and efforts during our 2009 Annual Healdsburg Harvest Century Bicycle Tour. Our event was spectacular due to the positive volunteer support, and things went ever so smoothly. We heard from many of our 781 riders on the road that our 2009 event was one of the most beautiful rides and the most organized ride that they have ever participated in, which in large part is due to your efforts. We are once again looking for your assistance and support as we prepare for our 2010 Healdsburg Harvest Century Bicycle Tour. Please keep an eye out for further announcements and communication regarding the tour.
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Business Environmental Alliance
Chamber Members recognized with ‘Best Practices Awards’ The Business Environmental Alliance held its ninth annual Business Leaders’ Breakfast on Feb. 26, 2010. Best Practices Awards go to businesses that have bolstered their bottom lines in an environmentally friendly way. Healdsburg Chamber Members Simi Winery, Truett Hurst Winery and Vintners Inn were among those honored at the breakfast. The keynote speaker, Andy Hoffman, professor of Sustainable Enterprise at the University of Michigan, spoke about about trends for businesses based on use of petroleum. “Don’t think of climate change as an environmental issue,” Mr. Hoffman said. “Think about it as a market issue.” Discussing economical strategies on the business leader panel was Iver Skavdal, president, chief executive officer and chairman of Winzler & Kelly; Blair Kellison, CEO of Traditional Medicinals; Doug Rackerby, facilities supervisor of Exchange Bank; and David Proctor, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Friedman’s Home Improvement. Simi Winery - Sonoma County Vintners Truett Hurst Winery - Healdsburg Chamber Vintners Inn, LLC - Sonoma County Lodging Assoc. For the complete list of winners, read the article on our HealdsBLOG at www.healdsburg.com/blog
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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau The Voice of Business
New Use Tax Registration Requirements There is a newly added section 6225 to the California Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) that requires a qualified purchaser to register with the Board of Equalization (BOE) and report and pay use tax directly to the BOE by April 15th for the preceding calendar year for purchases subject to use tax. Under this section, a qualified purchaser is a person who has at least $100,000 in gross receipts per year from business operations, Use tax is not a new tax. It has is not required to hold a seller’s permit been a part of the California or a certificate of RTC since the 1930’s. Only the registration use tax, registration requirement is new does not hold a use under RTC section 6225. tax direct payment permit, or is not otherwise registered with the BOE for use tax. In September 2009 they sent the following link to their special notice with information regarding the new use tax registration requirements: www.boe.ca.gov/news/pdf/l232.pdf Under California law, if sales tax would apply when a particular item is purchased in California, use tax applies when a similar purchase is made from a retailer outside the state and no tax is charged. Use tax is not a new tax. It has been a part of the California RTC since the 1930’s. Only the registration requirement is new under RTC section 6225. As part of their registration efforts, BOE contacted approximately 180,000 identified qualified purchasers and informed them of the new program. In an effort to help ease taxpayer burden, they have registered those taxpayers through our automated registration system. In the next couple of weeks, taxpayers will receive their “welcome letter”, a copy of which is provided in the following link www.boe.ca.gov/news/pdf/qp_a.pdf The letter introduces the program and provides taxpayers with their new BOE account number and express login code. Through their automated system, taxpayers will use their account number and express login code to e-file their use tax returns for years 2007, 2008 and 2009. For more information about the BOE’s e-filing and other tax and fee programs, please visit their website at www.boe.ca.gov Information provided by CA Board of Equalization
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After Hours Mixer - Hosted by Lavish Theaters Corp
From our February 17, After Hours Mixer. Pictured left to right: Bianca DiPietro, Justin Mlekus (Technician), Ryan Lyeth (Owner), Jessica Lyeth (Accounting), Vince Dougherty (owner), Dianne Shipley, Scott Shipley (Technician) - Photo by Sonoma CONNECTION Creating A Strong Local Economy
Chamber Dollars Keep it Local The Healdsburg Chamber Dollars program is off to a great start! We’ve sold over $2,000 worth of Chamber Dollars, which means over $2,000 are going to be spent locally! It doesn’t cost anything for Member Businesses to participate, so if you have any questions about redeeming or spending them, please visit www.healdsburg.com/chamberdollars or call 433-6935.
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Chamber Member Spotlights HEALDSBURG BLUE Printing 128 North Street Healdsburg, CA 95448 Joel Newell, President Healdsburg Blue is a reprographics company offering a large array of services. Services include: highspeed large format laser printing in black or red and black, large format color printing, fast track color prints, black and white and color scanning, conversion of scans into AutoCAD drawings, electronic file archiving and updating, file conversions, transfers, photo mylar, small format black and white and color printing/copying, binding, pick up and delivery, supplies, finishing, lamination, mounting, shipping, banners, vehicle graphics, job site renderings, and one way see-through door and window signs. Open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone (707) 431-2371 hldgblue@sonic.net www.dpicopy.com D. H. GUSTAFSON FAMILY VINEYARDS Wineries & Tasting Rooms 9100 Stewarts Point-Skaggs Springs Road Geyserville, CA 95441 Dan Gustafson, Owner D.H. Gustafson Family Vineyards, owned and managed by the Gustafson family, is situated at 1800 feet above sea level– the highest elevation estate vineyard and winery in Sonoma County. Enjoy the 10 minute drive from the Lake Sonoma Dam to visit the winery, the barrel cellar and picnic area. Estate wines include: Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose of Syrah, and in 2011, Sauvignon Blanc and Dry Riesling. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the fantastic views. Open Saturdays and by appointment. Phone (707) 433-2371 info@gfvineyard.com www.gfvineyard.com
FOSS CREEK PARTNERS Commercial Developers & Builders 190 Foss Creek Circle, Suite K Healdsburg, CA 95448 Bob Fraser, Partner Kelly McManus– As a member of Foss Creek Partners, Kelly coordinates the design and construction of tenant improvements with architects, contractors and tenants. When not working on The Point at Foss Creek, Kelly is a very active professional Commercial Photographer and the owner of The Lab, a producer of high end photographic and digital services. Mark Davis– As a member of Foss Creek Partners, Mark’s responsibilities include designing signage graphics, advertising, web sites for the building. Additionally, his office handles payables, receivables and general accounting and correspondence. When not working on The Point at Foss Creek, he is the owner of Robert Mather & Gibbs Adv/Design, a Sonoma County design firm specializing in wine marketing and promotions. Bob Fraser– As a member of Foss Creek Partners, Bob is the daily, on site property manager at 190 Foss Creek Circle. He responds to tenant concerns as well as taking care of any building maintenance and improvements. When not
responding to a building issue, Bob is the owner of Redwood Moving & Storage, conveniently located in the building. Phone (707) 433-2240 Bob@190fosscreek.com www.190fosscreek.com NEW VINTAGE PRINT, INC Promotional Products P.O. Box 721 Windsor, CA 95492 Kim Derum, Partner New Vintage Print sources high quality printed and promotional products for their clients so they don’t have to. Why call ten different people for ten different things, when you can call one person for everything? Their goal is to help their clients to be successful, and will offer ideas on how to market themselves best through the use of logoed apparel, promotional products (sale or giveaway items) and their every day printed materials (use of brochures, postcards, etc.). They understand that it takes time and effort to grow great business relationships and they’ll do their best to forage long lasting ones. Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone (707) 838-4811 kim@newvintageprint.net www.newvintageprint.net
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Chamber Member Spotlights HEALDSBURG VETERINARY HOSPITAL Veterinary Hospitals 135 Healdsburg Avenue Healdsburg, CA 95448 Dr. David McCrystle & Dr. Jessica Klein, Veterinarians Healdsburg Veterinary Hospital is pleased to be able to provide advanced and routine medical and surgical care to all of our patients. Our primary goals to be a compassionate partner in your pets health care in addition to placing an emphasis on client education and communication. Healdsburg Veterinary Hospital offers complete physical examinations, vaccinations, in-house diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, radiography, ultrasonography, behavior consultations, prescription diets and medications. We are a family friendly hospital with a warm, close knit staff that are always ready to assist both our patients the owners that love them. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. And Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Phone (707) 433-5539 healdsburgvet@hotmail.com www.healdsburgvet.com ELIZABETH HOLMESVOICEOVERS & NARRATION Advertising, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations 1083 Vine Street, #508 Healdsburg, CA 95448 Elizabeth Holmes, Owner Elizabeth Homes Voiceovers & Narration provides voice talent for broadcasts, voice overs, long-form narrations, telephony, e-learning, web site audio, audio tours, audio books, etc. Please visit her web site for more information on studio specs and to hear audio samples. Hours by appointment. Phone (707) 758-9231 elizabeth@holmesvoice.com www.holmesvoice.com
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MUELLER WINERY Wineries & Tasting Rooms 6301 Starr Road Windsor, CA 95492 Lori Mueller For discriminating guests who are searching for truly distinctive wines in an unpretentious setting, come enjoy “Tasting in the Cellar” at Mueller Winery. This small family run winery was founded by Bob and Lori Mueller in 1991 and is a true “Diamond in The Rough”. Located in the beautiful, rural Russian River Appellation, visitors will find Mueller Winery peaceful and quiet, with exceptional wines. As winemaker Bob is involved in every aspect of the “grapes to glass” process. His more than 30 years of experience and attention to details is reflected in their award winning wines, which include small lots of hand-crafted Pinot Noirs, Chardonnay, Zinfandel & Syrah. Open Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 to 4:00.Weekdays by appointment. Phone (707) 837-7399 lori@muellerwine.com www.muellerwine.com ALEXANDER VALLEY GARDENS Wedding Sites Geyserville, CA 95441 Karen Neureuter, Owner Getting married at Alexander Valley Gardens is like having your wedding in your backyard, only this backyard is an explosion of flowers and herbs surrounded by thousands of acres of vineyards in the heart of the Alexander Valley wine country. The estate’s event site is simple perfection. The expansive upper lawn, adjacent to the swimming pool, is the favorite area for dining and dancing. The lower lawn, reached by descending several wide stone steps, is planted with a delicate variety of grass, making it the preferred spot for ceremonies. As guests meander to their seats through a vine-covered archway into a lovely welcoming garden, they drink in the feeling of
being truly in the country. At night, strings of decorative lights threaded through the redwood branches add a festive sparkle. The catering company that handles weddings at the estate is one of the region’s best, with years of experience. And because only one event is scheduled per weekend, you’ll have all the lawns, trees, flowers, winding pathways, ponds, and gorgeous vistas entirely to yourself. Maximum capacity is 250 people. info@alexandervalleygardens.com www.alexandervalleygardens.com SONOMA HELICOPTER SANTA ROSA INC. Tour Operators & Transportation 5970-6000 Flightline Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Barry Chambers, Owner See the wine country from a bird’s eye view! Sonoma Helicopter goes up and above to offer you a unique vista only a helicopter can achieve. Fly down the Russian River to the Pacific Coastline and return to breathtaking valleys amid the surrounding mountains. Opt for a customized tour or design your own flight to experience what others rarely get to. Use Sonoma Helicopter for all of your aerial photography needs and training aspirations as well. Their business is helicopters but their passion is excellence. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone (707) 528-4883 barry@sonomahelicopter.com www.sonomahelicopter.com
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Membership Renewals The Airport Health Club, 1994 Aladdin Cleaners, 1954 Atlanta Pacific Bank, 2008 American AgCredit, ACA, 1985 American Cancer Society, 1995 Art and All That Jazz, 1995 Asepsis BioGroup, Inc., 2007 B&G Group, Inc., 2002 Bank of the West, 1974 Becoming Independent, 2000 Bella...all things beautiful, 2004 Benovia Winery, 2006 Benovia Winery Vineyard Hideaway, 2006 Big John’s Market, 1995 Blue Heron House, 1999 Boon hotel + spa, 2008 Brandt Insurance, 1964 Brush Bernard Mitchell, CPA’s, 2000 Christie Consulting, 2007 Christopher Creek Winery, 1994 Coldwell Banker, Giovannoni & Cooper, 1955 Conley Plumbing & Backhoe, 1981 Costco, 2002 Crabtree Land Surveying, 1992 Curtis & Associates, 1964 Ann Jost DeKay, CPA, 1991 John Del Monte, DPM, 1979 Discovery Office Systems, 2006 Disrud & Associates, 1993 DLF Engineers & Constructors, Inc., 2004 Dry Creek Cottage, 2005 Dry Creek Villa, 2005 Dry Creek Vineyard, 1981 Law Office of Stephen Duggan, 2007 Durler Insurance, 1950 Dutton Appraisal & Consulting, 2006 E & M Electric, 1959 Eddinger Enterprises, Inc., 1976 Erickson Fine Art Gallery, Inc., 1999 Exchange Bank, 1987 Family Wineries of Dry Creek, 2005 March / April 2010
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery, 1995 Fidelity National Title Co., 1972 Fitch Mountain Eddie’s, 2006 Fitch Mountain Lookout, 2007 Flakey Cream Do-nuts & Coffee Shop, 2006 Fred Young Funeral Home, 1949 Friends of the Healdsburg Library, 2009 Gallo Family Vineyards, 1980 Garrett Hardware & Country Store, 1949 Garritson Tile Contractor, 2002 George Petersen Insurance Agency, 1997 Giorgio’s, 1979 Golden Gate Landscape Management Inc., 1999 George Goobanoff Associates, 1994 Kenneth Hampton, CPA, 1970 Hanna Winery Inc., 1995 Healdsburg Animal Shelter, 1983 Healdsburg Community Nursery School, 2004 Healdsburg Lumber, 1957 Healdsburg Regional Library, 1993 Healdsburg Signs Inc., 1993 Healdsburg Tours, 2008 Healdsburg Tribune, 1978 Healdsburg Vacation Homes, 2008 Honor Mansion, 1999 Hop Kiln Winery, 1976 Hope Merrill, HopeBosworth House, 1982 J. Howell Fine Art, 2004 Johnson Pools, Inc., 1994 Jordan Vineyard & Winery, 1976 Kiwanis Club of Healdsburg, 1979 Kreck Design Solutions, 2004 Lambert Bridge Winery, 1994 Laramore Communications, 2008 Reverend Michael LeBlanc, 2005 Limerick Lane Cellars, 1993 Madrona Manor, 1983 Max Machinery, Inc., 1981 Mazzocco Sonoma Winery, 1992
MONSON Communications, LLC, 2009 Musicians Kathryn & Carl Vast, 1996 North Coast Engravers, 1986 Nu Forest Products, Inc., 1983 Opperman & Son, Inc., 1962 Papitre, 1989 Pedroncelli Winery, 1964 Phone Directories, Wylie Fox Publications, 1980 Powell’s Sweet Shoppe Healdsburg, 2006 Rainsong Shoes, 1994 Raven Performing Arts Theater, 2005 Redwood Empire Disposal, 1989 Relish Culinary Adventures, 2003 Rickshaw Rudy’s Pedal Cab Service, 2009 Rodney Strong Vineyards, 2000 Rosenblum Cellars, Inc., 2002 Saggio Hills Development Co., LLC, 2006 Sake O’ Japanese Restaurant, 2004 Sausal Winery, 1977 Shelton’s Natural Foods Market, 2009 Silveira Buick-GMC Trucks, 1954 Simi Winery, 1969 Soroptimist International of Healdsburg, 1979 Spoke Folk Cyclery, 1983 The Center for Social & Environmental Stewardship, 1986 The Healdsburg School, 2007 Trentadue Winery, 1975 Upstairs Art Gallery, 2001 Virginia Carol-Sonoma Wear for Women, 2008 Williamson Wines, 2007 Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar, 2004 Wilson Winery, 2003 Wine Country Villa at Larkfield, 2006 Wine Library Associates of Sonoma County, 1989 Yasuko, 2003 Digital Grapevine
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Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau Business Calendar of Events
Chamber Mission, Values & Goals
Chamber Mission Statement
Business Calendar of Events - view this calendar online at www.healdsburg.biz/calendar
March 2010 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 4 8 a.m., City Hall
4 Downtown Business District, 9 a.m., City Hall Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 4 12:30 p.m., Barndiva 11 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center
Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Les Mars Hotel, 17 27 North Street, Healdsburg, 433-4211 Club Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Summit 23 Ambassadors State Bank, 1001 Vine Street, Healdsburg
April 2010 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 1 8 a.m., City Hall
1 Downtown Business District, 9 a.m., City Hall Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 1 12:30 p.m., Barndiva Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 8 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Limerick Lane 21 Business Winery, 1023 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg, 433-9211
2010 OFFICERS Chair Renee Mengali, Mengali Accountancy Vice Chair Bob Fraser, Redwood Moving & Storage Chair-Elect George Christie, Christie Consulting Treasurer Cindi Brown, North Coast Bank Immediate Past Chair Lucy Lewand, Camellia Inn/All Seasons
The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce works to grow the economy, enhance our community’s quality of life, serve as the voice of business and deliver value in order to ignite success for our members and the community.
Chamber Values We will act with fairness and integrity. We will represent our membership as
responsible citizens in the business communities that they serve. We will work as a team in our membershipbased association of businesses, professional leaders and individuals. We will take leadership positions to promote responsible economic growth, employment opportunity, responsible government, excellence in education and quality of life. We will hold the business needs of our membership to be our highest priority and will deliver high-quality and timely, cost effective programs, products and services that meet these needs.
Chamber Goals Create a strong local economy. Promote the community. Provide networking opportunities for our members.
Be the “voice of business” with Government.
Create a strong viable organization. If you are a Healdsburg Chamber Member and would like to receive this newsletter, please call (707) 433-6935 or email info@healdsburg.com and leave your name, business name and email address.
DIRECTORS CHAMBER STAFF Shelley Anderson, Midnight Sun Craig Schmidt, President/CEO Rollie Atkinson, Healdsburg Tribune Mary Ann Barr, Marketing & Events Director Nancy Beeken, Sonoma Living Green/Pendragon Karen Aubert-Roach, George Diebold, Healdsburg Floor Coverings Operations & Member Services Director Jan Gianni, A.V. Winegrowers Nick Young, Visitor & Information Genevieve Llerena, H.U.S.D. Services Director Dan Maraviglia; Passalacqua, Mazzoni, Anne Carter & Marsha Lynch, Gladden, Lopez & Maraviglia LLP Weekend Assistants Larry Orr, RE/MAX Full Spectrum ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Gary Plass, City of Healdsburg Herb Liberman, herb@healdsburg.com Loretta P. Strong, Edward Jones Investments Gary Sumner, Coldwell Banker
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Thunderbird Ranch SummerDay Camp
“Where the Fun Never Sets” For years, campers have returned to Thunderbird Ranch in the heart of beautiful Alexander Valley with its working General Store (open daily for snacks), Train Depot, complete with authentic railroad cars and other frontier buildings. Thunderbird Ranch features an unforgettable summer experience for a limited number of children between the ages of 5 and 14, with an abundance of fun activities that includes archery, mountain biking, western/English riding, swimming, arts & crafts, farm animal care and much more. In addition, we are known for our warm family atmosphere and highly skilled staff, who provide the care, supervision and safety concerned parents have come to rely on for over 45 years. Camp counselors are carefully screened and chosen for their specialized skills & experience. Great importance is placed on maturity, integrity, sensitivity and the rapport and communications they have with young people. Waterfront activities are popular at Thunderbird Ranch. We offer swim classes and pool games with certified lifeguards on duty at all times. We feature daily western / English riding lessons & guided trail rids on over 500 acres, with horses and instructors well suited for either the beginner, intermediate, or advanced rider. Our motto is “the outside of a horse is good for the inside of a child.”
THUNDERBIRD RANCH
Bruce & Elizabeth Johnson (owners); 9455 Highway 128, Healdsburg, CA 95448 phone: 707/433-3729, fax: 707/433-2960, email: alexvalley@aol.com website: www.campchannel.com/thunderbird
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