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Vol. #4 Winter/Spring 2012
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Chamber Honors Outstanding Community Members Banker Ponderosa; Treasurer, Judy Clemens, Theatre On the Ridge; and Kelley Conner, Immediate Past President, PostNet. Ms. Conner then reflected on the growth of the Chamber and its renaissance after the loss of Transient Occupancy Tax
By Monica Nolan Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce Membership Services Administrator
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he Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce hosted the Ridge business community at its annual Installation Dinner and Awards Presentation on January 10th at the Paradise Ridge Senior Center. The Chamber celebrated its successes of the past year with candlelight and cocktails, followed by dinner catered by Comeback Catering. New Board members installed were: Julie Cooke, 2011-2012 President, Pine Ridge Women’s Club; Kevin R. Erich, BS, MBA, FACHE, President & CEO, Feather River Hospital; Mary-Ellen Reed, Ridge Area Coalition of Senior Citizens; Kimball Shirey, Allstate Insurance, and Patricia Gobin, Oak Knoll Senior Living. Returning for another year of service were Jackie Gitman, Gitman and Associates and Paradise Homemakers; Carol Peterson, Boys & Girls Club; Larry Spencer, Titus and Associates Insurance; Donn Thomson, Donn Thomson Square Dance
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2012 Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. See page 5 for more information.
Caller; Don Vance, Rite Aid Magalia; Mike Ward, Paradise Grocery Outlet; and Donna Zeuli, Coldwell Banker Ponderosa. Chamber members sponsoring tables were Feather River Hospital, Chapelle de L’Artiste, and Mary Ellen Reed. Members of the community were recognized for achievements in business and
service. During dinner, guests were entertained by The Ridge Wrap, a slide show celebrating the Chamber’s activities of 2011. The presentation commenced with Immediate Past President Kelley Conner’s introduction of the new Chamber Executive Committee: President, Maximilian G. Barteau, The Comeback Diner; VicePresident, Cindy Haskett, Coldwell
First Ridgefest a Smashing Success! brought canned food to the event. In the small trucks category, Ace Hardware won first place, Leo Bourgeois won second place, and Canteena won third place. In the large trucks category, Second Hand Sally’s won first place, Reliance Propane won second place, and Northern Recycling won third place. Leading the parade was Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s truck. Sierra Nevada also provided food and prizes. Santa Claus made a visit to the Paradise Community Park, where the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of its Ridgefest Raffle. Thirty-three prizes were awarded, including $1000 in Chamber merchant gift certificates to be spent on the Ridge.
Vi Timmer won $250 in Chamber merchant gift certificates by depositing a Ridgefest coupon at Jaki’s Hilltop Café.
By Monica Nolan Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce Membership Services Administrator
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he Chamber’s holiday endeavors were focused on keeping the holiday spirit in the community, and encouraging community members to shop local at Christmas and all year round.
Christmas Lighted Truck Parade On Saturday, December 3, big-hearted truckers and their big lighted rigs gathered for the annual Paradise Christmas Truck Parade. Organized by Rick MacGregor of MacGregor Construction, the Town of Paradise and Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce, this event filled holiday pantries as observers
The Twelve Days of Christmas Ridgefest
visit a chance to win one of two $250 or one $500 prize in merchant gift certificates redeemable on the Ridge. In addition to the thousand-dollar Chamber merchant gift certificate give-away, some Chamber businesses offered additional prizes. Winners were announced at the Town of Paradise Christmas Tree Lighting on December 3rd at Paradise Community Park.
Holiday Merchant Decorating Contest Each year, Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce member businesses are invited to participate in a holiday merchant decorating contest. The 2011 theme was “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Prizes were awarded in the following categories: Best Overall Design, Best Outdoor Lighting, Best Theme, and Best Indoor Décor.
RIDGEFEST, continues on page 8 Fifty Chamber businesses joined together for the Twelve Days of C h r i s t m a s Ridgefest, a holiday promotion designed to drive consumers to local businesses to shop, enjoy holiday décor, and enter a $1000 Paradise Ridge Chamber of C o m m e r c e Merchant gift certificate give-away. Contestants dropped entry forms at local Chamber Ambassador President Bjorn Karlman and Membership Services Administrator Monica Nolan present the Holiday Merchant Decorating businesses, each Award for Best Windows to Cheryl, Lynn and Michael of A-1 Check Cashing.
Thomas Ace Hardware wins “Business of the Year”
Business Briefs Edward Jones Announces New Financial Advisor in Paradise Financial services firm Edward Jones welcomes Shannon Hurte as the new financial advisor for the Paradise branch office located at 5498 Skyway, Suite B. Shannon Hurte has 12 years of experience as a Financial Advisor in the financial services industry. She has been a Butte County resident for most of her life and is very excited to be back in the northstate after working in the Sacramento and Reno areas. “My Mom grew up in Paradise and I feel a strong connection to this town. I have joined the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador and am enjoying meeting all the local business owners and residents. I look forward to working in Paradise, helping my clients reach their financial goals, for many many years to come.” Every aspect of the firm’s business is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm’s financial advisors work directly with clients to understand their personal goals — from college savings to retirement — and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio and a buy-and-hold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building long-term, face-to-face relationships with clients.
Time for Tea at Jaki’s Jaki's Hilltop Café presents “Red Grandma's English Tea Time.” Enjoy an elegant lunch on the Ridge. Your table is set with linen table cloths and napkins as well as fine china and silver for a delightful experience. You will enjoy brewed tea, fresh fruit, tea sandwiches, scones with curd and
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