This week's luncheon will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at the Best Western Abbey Inn
The luncheon will be held from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. Lunch is served promptly at 11:45. Please arrive early to be seated by 12:00 noon. The luncheon cost is $13.00 per plate. The public is invited. Our luncheon speaker this week is Southwest Utah Public Health Department. For more information, contact Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3. ...more
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This week's luncheon sponsor is The Spectrum Newspaper
The Spectrum is the area’s number one source for news and information. Our Information Center provides coverage of local news and events through the daily newspaper, St. George Magazine and a variety of weekly publications. We also provide 24/7 coverage, video stories and extensive photo galleries via our Web site – www.thespectrum.com – which has 2 million page views every month. Because of our large audience in Southern Utah, we’re also the primary source for residents seeking information about area businesses. Our goal in advertising is to bring customers and companies together through our publications. Independent research shows 89 percent of Southern Utah residents use our products every month. Click Here
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CHAMBER BRIEFS
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The Annual Awards and Installation Banquet is Here! Only 3 Days Left to Register!
Join the St. George Chamber of Commerce as we are "Building a Better Dixie." The 2009 Annual Awards and Installation Banquet is coming up on January 31, 2009 at the Dixie State College Gardner Center Ballroom. This reservation only event was a big hit last year and is guaranteed to sell out! Reservations are being taken NOW! Tickets are $35 per peson and formal/semi-formal attire is required. The guest speaker this year is Arthur C. "Chris" Nelson, a Presidential Professor at the University of Utah. Nelson has pioneered research on the melding of metropolitan areas into "megapolitan" regions, including the greater Salt Lake Area. Come enjoy a night of good food, good company, and good entertainment! For reservations, call Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3 or Click Here
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Milestone Members Recognized
This year, the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce is reinstating a tradition - The Milestone Member Recognition Award. This award goes to those outstanding Chamber members that have been a 'member in good standing' for 10 or more years. This year's first award will go Wendy Adams of Adams & Collard Jewelers, established May 4th, 1996. Adams will be recognized at the 2009 Annual Awards and Installation Banquet, held on Saturday, January 31st, 2009...more
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Dixie Direct Books for $35.00 at the Chamber!
Looking for great discounts and deals from businesses all around the St. George Area? Now is the time to SAVE with the 2009 Dixie Direct Book! Come to the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, and purchase yours today! The Chamber is located at 97 East St. George Blvd. For more information, call 435-628-1650.
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Next Publish Date for the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce eNewsletter: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Chamber Members are encouraged to submit company event announcements, open house announcements, job announcements, education announcements, press releases, etc. For inclusion in the next St. George Area Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter, please submit all information by Friday, January 23rd, 2009 by 12:00 noon. Submissions will not be published in the January 27th newsletter if received late. Please email all information to Karyn Keanaaina at karyn@stgeorgechamber.com.
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
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ERA Brokers Recognizes Top Producers
Leading local realtors from ERA Brokers Consolidated have been recognized for their outstanding sales performance during Dec. 2008. With ever changing market conditions, these Agents have proven that the combination of putting the needs of the client foremost in the transaction and being knowledgeable about the market, are the keys to creating a positive Real Estate experience...more
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NAI Utah Southern Region sponsors the first Southern Utah Exchange Marketing Forum
This forum will take place Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at 11am. It will be moderated by Mark Walter CCIM who has completed millions of dollars in exchanges and John Griffith CIPS, CCIM and ACC. Please contact NAI Utah Southern Region at 435-628-1609 or aengland@naiutahsouth.com for your registration packet...more
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Don’t have time to run to the Bank?
Let Town and Country Bank do the work for you! With your business account at Town and Country Bank, their Courier Service will come pick up your non cash deposits and make the deposit for you! Stop by their location next to Summit Athletic Club or call them today at 435-673-1150 for more information....more
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Pam Shelline, owner of the Massage Therapy Academy, has been named as the Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year here in St. George!
As excited as she is to get this recognition, she states, "I know that the success of the Massage Therapy Academy is due largely to you, our wonderful clients and students. Thank you so much for your patronage of our business." To show her gratitude, the Massage Therapy Academy would like to offer you $10 off their always low $35 price on any student service during the month of January. Just call 435-673-4101 to let them know when you'd like to schedule your massage.
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Join Cherry Creek Radio for the 8th Annual Spring Home and Garden Show
The show will be held at the Dixie Center March 20th and 21st. This expo provides a unique opportunity for businesses to generate leads, gain awareness, name recognition and demonstrate your service or product to the community. This is one of the largest HOME Shows in the area with over 15,000 visitors last year. Businesses have sold thousands of dollars at the show. Don't miss this unique opportunity that only comes around once a year...more
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Living Fit Radio
Patti Goewey of UFIT Presonal Training presents "Living Fit Radio" on it's new Home, FOX NEWS AM 1450. Tune in every Thursday afternoon from 4:30-5:00pm to hear how YOU and your FAMILY can get in the BEST SHAPE EVER. For more information, contact The Canyon Media Group at 435-628-3643.
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Dixie State College Employment Fair
The annual Dixie State College Employment Fair is scheduled for Thursday, February 26. It will be held in the Gardner Center Ballroom from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Registration is open and spaces are limited. Registration is $25, which includes parking, lunch, morning beverages and afternoon snack, a skirted table and two chairs. To register call 652-7737 or email careercenter@dixie.edu.
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American Association of University Women Outreach Program
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) outreach program will be held at the Dixie State College Gardner Center on February 2nd at 11:30 am. Their speaker, Dr. Sharon Richens, will share her expertise at this event. Dr. Richens is a board-certified physician and surgeon specializing in the full spectrum of eye diseases and conditions. She is licensed to practice medicine in five states and has been awarded hospital privileges in three southern Utah medical facilities as well as in Idaho and Washington State. She has lectured extensively on eye care techniques and diseases. A short business meeting will be held at the conclusion of the presentation by Dr. Richens. Call Chris Wheeler at 435-674-9887 for reservations by Tuesday, January 27th. The luncheon costs $17.00. Guests are welcome to make reservations. For information about membership, contact Bobbie Sylvester at 435-656-0414.
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Don’t Stand on the Sidelines!
Hot Spot Investments.com is not in this business without you, and there is nobody else that can provide you seller financing investment opportunities and affordable prices like they can, so get on board before new development pricing increase. Un-inflated land inflates, dollars deflate. Stock values can disappear. Remember $1 in 1913 is worth 5 cents today. Standing on the sidelines is not the answer, as a bonus, Hot Spot can show you how to pay off your home loan in 12 years. Call 435-656-7020 and discover investment opportunities.
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Zion's Way Home Health and Hospice is there for YOU!
Zion’s Way Home Health and Hospice coordinates a team of friendly, experienced professionals to provide you with individualized and customized care for your physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Zion’s Way Home Health is committed to assisting you on your journey to wellness in the comfort of your home and under the direction of your physician. Their caring, competent staff is trained in all aspects of your home health care needs and they provide the best in state of the art services...more
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Free Beginner Tennis Lessons!
Every Saturday, Vic Braden Tennis College is offering free beginner tennis lessons at 3:30-4:30, in their WARM indoor courts, for adults and juniors. First time is free, then free every time for you and a guest you bring that has not attended. Join Vic Braden Tennis College's ongoing junior and adult tennis programs and receive a free 30 minute private lesson. Get 40% OFF Sale in their Pro Shop for apparel and shoes OR 25% OFF all tennis rackets in stock, includes free stringing with Super Spin 16g. Play all winter indoors with a membership that includes unlimited court use, plus swimming and fitness. Single memberships start a $150 for 3 months. For more information contact Dave at 435-986-5092.
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Personal Wellness Coaches Debi and Michael Katz are gearing up for the New Year!
Are you committed to losing weight in 2009 or just being healthier? We are hosting new Weight Loss Challenges and Free Nutrition Classes -- The classes are for those in the community who are interested in improving their health and having fun in the process. The goal of the program is to provide education and offer support in a group setting. Each participant receives one-on-one coaching each week. The winners of the last challenge walked away with over $1200 and the group lost a total of 505lbs! There are currently over 80 people in challenges through the holiday season!! New classes are being added; space is limited! Classes will be held at Plant World, 1335 S. Dixie Drive in St. George. To pre-register or for more information call 800-585-9412 or Click Here
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St. George Winter Bird Festival
The 6th Annual St. George Winter Bird Festival is here! It will be held on January 29, 2009 through February 1, 2009 at the Tonaquint Nature Center and Park, 1851 S. Dixie Drive. Presentations, Childrens Workshops, Exhibits, Sales, Field Trips, Guest Speakers and an evening Banquet. The festival is designed for beginning and experienced birders. Admission is free, banquet a fee event. For more information, call 435-673-0996 or Click Here
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Exhibition Spaces for the 2009 Parade of Homes are now on sale!
Exhibition Spaces for the 2009 Parade of Homes are on sale! The 2009 Parade of Homes is scheduled for February 13-22, 2009. These spaces are reserved on a first come basis and they have already had a lot of interest in this year’s exhibition spaces. If you have a service, product, or you just want to get out in front of about 35,000 people, let Southern Utah Home Builders help you. For further information about the Exhibition Spaces please contact Shawna at the SUHBA office at 435-674-1400 or Click Here
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Tom Smith Leisure Travel Consultant Can Meet or Beat any Travel Price Quote from any site on the Internet!
Become a preferred travel customer and get even better prices. To become a preferred travel customer, visit welove.Rovia.com and click on accounts. Check out Tom's prices and SAVE! There is no reason to book travel on any site other than welove.Rovia.com! For more information, contact Tom at 435-652-4027, email him at tom@k7ahd.com, or Click Here
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Get a FREE Analysis and Quote from Majestic!
Majestic Payroll Services provides timely, accurate and accountable payroll services, giving professionals the ability to focus on running their business. Put your payroll related worries to rest. Call Majestic Payroll Services today for a free, no obligation, analysis and quote. No company is too small or too large. Call 877-773-0202 to make an appointment today! For more information, Click Here
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Get the Most out of Your Landscape!!!
“Since setting the clocks back an hour most home owners quickly realize that by the time they get home from work it is too dark to enjoy the serenity of their landscape” says Brent Miller owner of Mountain Point Landscapes, “but what most people are unaware of is that with proper outdoor lighting they can enjoy their landscapes well into the night.” Mountain Point Landscapes currently offers a FREE demonstration that allows you to see the difference outdoor lighting can make on your landscape. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Todd at 435-817-0641.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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New Mascot for Dixie Revealed
Dixie State College and DSC Athletics will be unveiling the institution’s new nickname and mascot during halftime of the Dixie men’s basketball game vs. Notre Dame de Namur on Monday, January 26, in the Burns Arena. The announcement is part of a twinbill of DSC basketball action as the DSC women begin the festivities as they square off against NDN at 5:30. Then at 7:30, the DSC men take to the court to face NDN, with the exciting announcement presentation to come at intermission. Tickets are on sale now at the DSC Avenna Center ticket office or by calling 435-652-7800.
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The Museum Connects With the Community
The once in a lifetime exhibit of Zion National Park art will be on view only until January 31, 2009. You should not miss seeing this fabulous assemblage of art, which is the most comprehensive exhibit of the art of Zion ever mounted. While the economic situation remains gloomy, fill your heart and life with art. Visit this amazing exhibit...more
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Robert N. and Peggy Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show
As part of the Robert N. and Peggy Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale opening weekend, DSC will be presenting world-renowned pianist Marvin Goldstein for a special Valentine’s Day concert on Saturday, February 14, at 7:30 pm, in the Eccles Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. Only 300 tickets are available for purchase and are on sale now by visiting the DSC Avenna Center ticket office or by calling 435-652-7800.
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30th Annual St. George Art Festival
The St. George Art Festival is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year and is looking for Vendors and Performing Artists for Easter Weekend, Friday the 10th and Saturday the 11th, 2009. This is an incredible opportunity to bring your culinary and professional talents to thousands of visitors during the biggest weekend of the year in St George
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St. George Winter Bird Festival
Bird Southwest Utah at the 6th Annual St. George Winter Bird Festival from January 29 – February 1, 2009. This Community Outreach Program of the Red Cliffs Audubon Society will be an “Educational Experience” for all levels of birders. It is a wonderful opportunity for all ages to attend and learn from the numerous presenters and leaders that volunteer their time. All activities are free, except for the Banquet...more
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SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS
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SouthWest Federal Credit Union Hosting IRA and Retirement Planning Workshop
To help clear the clutter of retirement planning, SouthWest Federal Credit Union is hosting a free IRA workshop January 28 at 6:30 pm with a light dinner. Planning for retirement can be a cumbersome task. Between stocks, bonds, mutual funds, 401(k) and IRAs, there are lots of choices to make. Where each one has its own advantages, a deposit or certificate IRA is perhaps your safest bet among the volatile turbulence seen recently is the financial world...more
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You Don't Have to be Old Because You're a Senior!
UFIT’s Get Real Training has now gone "Senior Style" with the optimal Senior’s Personal Training Program! UFIT’s 8 week program was created by their sought after Post-Rehab. Senior Specialists. All for only $20 per session! They emphasize functional fitness training to improve daily living tasks. Expert strength training for this group along with balance and flexibility training is the key to aging well. ACT NOW and Call UFIT Personal Training to be one of the lucky ones at 435-688-9123. Enroll today! Click Here
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“Tax Benefits for Those Who Have Losses” Seminar
There is help for business owners! The Southern Utah Home Builders Association is offering a Tax Benefits Seminar. This class will show how contractors and other taxpayers can take your current year losses, and use these losses as "carry backs" to provide you with potential refunds from prior years. Also, learn how to: How to accelerate your expenses to obtain more eligible tax deductions; Why it is important to track your current year costs; How the 2007 Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act will affect you; What you must do to qualify to avoid taxation on debt relief and more! This seminar is approved for 2 Professional Continuing Education Credits for Contractors. This seminar will be held Tuesday, January 27, 2009 from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Dixie State College, Taylor Health Science Building, 1526 Medical Center Drive (Behind new hospital) St. George. There is a fee for this class: To recieve Continuing Education Credit: SUHBA Members - $40; All others - $65. No Continuing Education Credit: SUHBA Members - $15, All others - $25. For more information, contact Kathy Tolleson at 435-674-1400 ext. 103. Click Here
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"Helping You Help Yourself" Free Health Education Seminar Series - "Latest Advancements in the Treatment of Balance & Dizziness Disorders"
The Balance Center will be hosting a free Educational Seminar on: “The Latest Advancements in the Treatment of Balance & Dizziness Disorders.” This free seminar will be at two convenient times; Tuesday, February 6th at 9:00 AM and will include breakfast, or lunch Wednesday, February 7th at 2:00 PM in the Applegate Training Education Center, 1490 E. Foremaster Drive, Suite 340. Call 435-688-7600 Today to Reserve Your Seat!
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Windermere Real Estate Southland - WHEN to sell – HOW to buy!
Windermere Real Estate Southland held a seminar on home foreclosures Tuesday, January 13 at the St. George library. Those who attended learned a lot about the current real estate market and how they can use this knowledge in their personal lives. Real estate agents Phil Sargent and Mike Wiest of e-core group shared their expertise and knowledge. Their web site www.e-coregroup.com has extensive information free to the public. Two more seminars open to the public are scheduled for January 22nd on Short Sales and January 29th on Mortgage Helps at 6:30 p.m. at the Public Library, laceted at 88 West 100 South.
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Tips & Tricks to De-stress Your Life!
Red Hills Wellness Center is having a FREE Heath Education Conference Saturday January 31st from 10:00 am to Noon in their new location 200 E. 301 N. #2C located just above the St. George Police Department. Three of St. George's leading health professionals will answer the questions everyone is asking such as: How to Live Stress FREE in a Stress Full World; The Effects of Stress on Your Physical Health; Tips & Tricks to Control Your Stress; and much more. Come to all or part of this amazing health education conference. Conference attendees will receive FREE Consultations with licensed Physical Therapists, reduced rates on massages from Licensed Massage Therapists, as well as a FREE Gift/Tool for de-stressing and improving mental health. Seating is limited so don't hesitate to call and reserve your seat to this major event. Refreshments will be served so reservations are required. Call 435-674-1700 to reserve you seat today, seats will fill up quickly so call now.
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MBA Essentials: Mini MBA Certificate Program
The University of Utah is pleased to announce a new educational partnership with Dixie State College. The University of Utah David Eccles School of Business is offering the MBA Essentials: Mini MBA Certificate Program starting April 10, 2009. This program is designed to allow participants immediate implementation of cutting-edge business principles, theories and practices. The program is designed to meet the education needs of professionals in fields such as business, education, health care and more...more
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Helping You Help Yourself!
Join Advanced Physical Therapy for another Helping You Help Yourself - Free Health Education Seminar Thursday, January 29th, 2009 at 3:00 pm in the Coral Desert Health Center. Free Dizziness & Fall Prevention Seminar boasts free testing to all seminar attendees. The testing will be done using state of the art equimpent which was designed with funding from NASA. NeuroCom developed the concept of Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP), the EquiTest, with NASA and NIH Support. What began as a study in the effects of zero gravity and its impact on astronauts has grown into an exciting advancement in healthcare that challenged traditional evaluation and brought forward new dynamic approaches in the assessment, treatment planning and monitoring of balance disorders. NeuroCom Balance Manager(R) clinical systems are now in use around the globe including in Advanced Physical Therapy and The Balance Center! Admission is free but seating is limited so call 435-652-4455 to reserve your seat now!
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Is Your Office Making Critical Mistakes in QuickBooks?
Come join Affordable Business Solutions at one of their half-day QuickBooks Made Easy classes being held in January. The first one will be held next Thursday, January 15th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Buffalo's Southwest Cafe in Washington. There will also be a class the following Thursday, January 22nd at the same place and time. Cost is $97 which includes all materials and lunch. Must register as class size is limited. For more info, or to register, Click Here
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RSVP for a risk free investment seminar!
Hotspot Investmenst wants to help you Invest SMART! Grow your money tax free. Don't let the economy affect you, choose our stable investments vs. unstable investments. All budgets welcome. Not an MLM, Job offer or get rich quick scheme. Call Sue at 435-656-7023 for more information.
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Group Classes Offered at Pilates on Main
Want to learn Pilates OR need a place to do Pilates? How about Pliates on Main! Located at 180 S. Main St., Pilates on Main is convenient and easy to access! Their group classes are offered as follows: Monday at 9:00 am, 12:30 pm, and 5:20 pm; Tuesday at 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 2:30 pm, and 5:20 pm; Wednesday at 9:30 am and 5:20 pm; Thursday at 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 2:30 pm, and 5:20 pm; and Friday at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Please call Sue at 435-680-7163 for more information, or just stop by and visit Pilates on Main today! Click Here
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Let Blue Raven Studio Ignite Your Passion
The theme for all classes in 2009 is- "Developing Your Own Personal Style." Each class (sketching, watercolor, acrylics, oil), will explore (from month to month), the ways in which we can all develop our own personal style of art and not just copy the teacher...more
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WHATS HAPPENING
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UDOT Region 4 Weekly Construction Report
The Utah Department of Transportation has selected to reconstruct the Bluff Street Interchange (Exit 6) at I-15 in St. George, Utah. Workers continue deck widening work. Paint crews will work under the structure
this week. One lane of traffic will be closed under the interchange as workers paint girders. On I-15; South of Bluff Street to Washington (Mileposts 6 - 10) Crews continue to install advanced traffic management systems including fiber optic conduit and cable. No impact on traffic is forseen this week. For more information, call the Utah Department Of Transportation at 435-893-4702 or Click Here
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Panel to Host Citizen Rights Movie
The Citizens Review Panel is showing the movie, "Busted: The Citizen's Guide to Surviving Police Encounters," on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, at 5:00 pm at the St. George Library. The showing is free and open to the public. The Citizens Review Panel is a private association that reviews complaints and commendations involving the St. George and Hurricane Police Departments. For more information, contact Chairman Dave Doddridge at 435-688-2256.
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CALL TO ACTION
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SUN is Looking for Members!
Southern Utah Oldest Leads Group is looking for additional members. Come be a part of the SUN Group. The Southern Utah Networkers have been meeting for over 8 years. We are an industry exclusive networking group that meets every Friday morning at 7:20am at the Courtyard by Marriott near Iggy’s. In our weekly meeting we share leads, promote each others businesses, share testimonials, and give spotlight presentations. If you are looking to grow your business than come be a part of SUN this Friday. For further details, call Ryan Bolton at 435-627-0494.
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Volunteers are the heart of Zion’s Way Hospice
Hospice volunteers provide friendship, companionship and support to Hospice patients and their families. Volunteers with the appropriate certification and training, help their trained and certified staff in the art of complementary services such as music therapy, art therapy, massage therapy, pet therapy, aroma therapy and therapeutic touch. Volunteer opportunities are also available for non-patient related areas such as office work filing, computer input, assembling information packets, telephone support and reception work. If you are interested in becoming a Zion’s Way Hospice volunteer, contact Jim Dowd at 435-688-0648 or toll free 888-688-0648.
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American Flag Retirement
Have a old and frazzled flag that's laying around and don't know what to do with it? Send it to the Kitchen Table Gang Trust! The Trust will properly dispose of it according to federal laws. The Kitchen Table Gang Trust will retire your tattered, worn out and frayed American flags with full honors! Just send your flags to the not-for-profit Kitchen Table Gang Trust, 42922 Avenue 12, Madera, CA 93638-8866 and they'll dispose of your flags in a proper and dignified manner with full honors and dignity pursuant to the United States Flag Code Section 8K (PL93-344). When you send a flag, please enclose a donation for this service which allows the Kitchen Table Gang Trust to continue and expand their many patriotic programs. For more information about the Kitchen Table Gang Trust, Click Here
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Please submit your business news, special events, employee news, etc. to share with the business community. E-mail your information to
hotspot@stgeorgechamber.com
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The School of Life Foundation presents the 'Tip of the Week'-
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"Get organized and control your life instead of allowing life to control you."
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Call 435-688-7368 or email at info@forevermoreevents.com.
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Ultimate Wedding Showcase 2009-
Bridal Show Special Offer
Forevermore Events Wedding and Party Rentals is offering a 20% Discount off all Rentals and Services through January 31!
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Contact John Page BCH CI 435-256-0315.
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Great Idea for you next Staff Meeting
“If you think you can or if you think you can’t, you're right”
Free 30 minute workshop for your staff!
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Simply text ‘eyecare’ to 83403 and you are automatically entered to win an eye exam, contact lens consultation, a free pair of contacts, a case and solution. Contest ends January 31st.
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Clear View Eye Care is pleased to announce a new contest!
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Print attached coupon to redeem.
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The Orange Peel Bubble Tea & Smoothies- Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off!!!
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Just mention the chamber when you call 435-673-8300 or print a chamber coupon off their website.
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Western Pest Control is offering all Chamber Members $25 off their first pest control service
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Contact Joanie Ayers at 669-2345.
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Save 50% on your first 2 hour interior design consultation with ARRANGE!
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