St. George Chamber Newsletter

CHAMBER LUNCHEON

Due to the holidays, there will be no Wednesday luncheons on December 23, 30, or January 6. Our next luncheon will be held on January 20, 2009.

This week's luncheon will be held on Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

The luncheon this week will be held at the DSC Gardner Center. It will be held from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. Lunch will be served promptly at 11:45. Check-in is at the registration table, near the front entrance of each luncheon. Please arrive early to be seated before 12:00. The luncheon cost is $13.00 per plate. This week's luncheon will be presented by: Kevin Lewis, representing Ford Ironman St. George. For more information call the Chamber office at 435-628-1650

The Luncheons Sponsor this week is Southern Utah Commercial, LLC dba St. George Executive Suites

St. George Executive Suites offers the finest upscale executive offices, virtual offices and conference facilities in Southern Utah. For the executive or entrepreneur that appreciates superior office amenities or the home based business that requires a prestigious address, their office suites and virtual office programs are a perfect fit. They are the only executive suites in St. George that offer dual screen videoconferencing which has proven to save you and your clients time and money.Additional benefits include turnkey, fully serviced, furnished and unfurnished offices with the infrastructure, state of-the-art phone system, and support that professionals require. In addition we offer full time receptionist, fully handicap accessible, and dog friendly. They're located immediately off exit 4 next to the new Wingate Hotel. Please visit us at Click Here

CHAMBER BRIEFS

Wassail Walkthrough

Join the Chamber of Commerce for a "Wassail Walkthrough" Open House from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at the Chamber office. For more information, call Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3.

Visit the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Calendar!

Ever find yourself wondering "what's up" at the Chamber? Need a way to keep track of the Chamber's events? Now you can see what's going on at the Chamber with one simple click! Just go to the Chamber website, www.stgeorgechamber.com, and click on the "Calendar" link found on the left hand sidebar. Never wonder what's going on at the Chamber again. With just one simple click, you can keep informed of what's happening at the Chamber. Click Here

Next Publishing Date for the St. George Chamber of Commerce eNewsletter is: Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Chamber Members are encouraged to submit company event information, open house announcements, job offers, education opportunities, press releases, etc. For inclusion in the next St. George Area Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter, please submit all information by Friday, December 18, 2009 by 12:00 noon.

BUSINESS BRIEFS

Get Your Dixie Direct Savings Guide!

The Dixie Direct Savings Guide's is in its 13th year of operations and the fund-raising efforts in the Washington County schools and organizations are in full swing. Last year, Dixie Direct helped local schools and organizations raise over $140,000! ...more Click Here

Power Persuasion Writing: Embedded Commands

A lot of people these days are really into NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming). For those of you that haven't heard of this, here's the one sentence definition: the words we say are planted into the prospects (or our own) subconscious mind and ultimately influence what we do....more Click Here

It is the time of year when the Red Rock Rotary Foundation considers grant applications from non-profit organizations in Washington County with a primary focus on children and youth.

We will once again be awarding grants totaling $6,000. The deadline for applications to be received is Thursday, December 31, 2009. Those receiving grants will be advised in February 2010.The purpose of the Red Rock Rotary Foundation is to apply funds raised through service projects carried out by the Red Rock Rotary Club. The Foundation provides grants to worthwhile charitable organizations in Southern Utah whose focus is helping children. We are a registered 501(c)3 foundation.

Washington City HoneyBaked Ham Co. Takes the Hassle Out of the Holidays with Dinners To Go

Knock-knock: that's the holidays rapping on your door ? again. The frenzy of the Thanksgiving holiday has passed, but now it's time for the next round of celebrations in December....more

The BIG man in red will be at Boulevard Home Furnishings on December 12th and 19th

He will be arriving by helicopter at noon each weekend. Come on down and get your FREE photo taken with Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas! While you are here, treat yourself with free cookies and punch....more Click Here

Cracker Barrel Can Help You Develop a Gift for Giving Holiday shopping offers great gifts, value, and convenience

Today's economy has shifted the focus from extravagant spending to choices that offer more value. And finding unique gifts at great prices can actually be fun!...more

KCSG-TV NOW FIBER OPTIC ON DIRECTV AND DISH NETWORK TV

The fiber optic delivery of the KCSG Television signal to DirecTV channel 44, Dish Network TV channel 37 was completed with the final connection made to the satellite providers. The announcement by Don Shelline, General Manager of KCSG Television, said the upgrade to fiber optic delivery of the station's signal provides higher quality and more stability....more

Real Estate Asset Strategies is pleased to announce the addition of Scott and Jon Amour as commercial real estate specialists in the Southern Utah market.
Jeff Reber, Managing Partner of Real Estate Asset Strategies, is excited for the addition of Jon and Scott and the expertise they bring to the local market in investment advisory services, acquisitions and dispositions, as well as property management. ?Scott and Jon will definitely increase the level of commercial real estate services in Southern Utah.? Please call 435-656-8238 if you are looking for a commercial real estate specialist that can provide you with an in-depth and very ?hands on? level of service.

Get 'Office' Benefits at the St. George Executive Suites!

St. George Executive Suites provides turnkey, fully serviced, furnished and unfurnished offices with the infrastructure, technology, and support that professionals require. Are you looking for a presence in St. George with your "own" receptionist and mailbox, but only periodically need the use of an upscale conference room, or office suite? Try their Virtual Offices! Spend a day flying; save time and money by utilizing The St. George Executive Suites' dual screen video conferencing. You are invited to visit their offices, at 169 West 2710 South Circle, Ste. 202 or call 435-628-3338 to learn more about their end of the year specials. Click Here

Call for Entries - The 31st Annual St. George Art Festival Applications Available

Applications are now available online at or by calling the Festival office at 435-627-4500....more Click Here

Snow Canyon Dental Holiday Specials

Make sure your smile is picture perfect for the holidays! Susan Baker, DDS has over 23 years experience in Cosmetic and General Dentistry. She was voted one of Washington, DC's Top Dentists (top 3%) by Washington Checkbook Magazine before moving to St. George three years ago. Gift Certificates are now available for: Half-price Lumineers, Half-price Tooth Bleaching, deep discounts on Crowns and New Patient Cleaning Packages. Hurry! Specials end January 30, 2010 and will be honored for one full year. For Lumineers Specials, Click Here To view Newsletter, Click Here. Call Snow Canyon Dental at 435-656-2800 or visit SnowCanyonDental.com Click Here

Indoor Tennis Program for Children

The Vic Braden Junior Tennis Academy has four indoor courts, allowing Juniors to practice indoors this winter. All Chamber of Commerce members may refer any child for a 20% discount in the Vic Braden Academy while space is available. Call to enroll your children now at 435-986-5092 Click Here

SPECIAL EVENTS

Get your Holiday Pet Pic!

Always wanted to have Fido?s photo taken with Santa? On Monday, 12/21 from 6:00-9:00 pm at Red Cliffs Mall, your holiday wish will come true. Best Friends is sponsoring the St. Nick?s Pet Pics program which is taking place in 150 malls across 44 states. Cat and dogs will be lining up to share their wish lists with Santa. These will pics will make a great gift or stocking stuffer. For more information and to print your Santa photo coupon, click here. Happy Holidays from the animals at Best Friends! Click Here

The Sears Museum Gallery at DSC?s Eccles Fine Arts Center is preparing for ?Neon Odyssey? a one-man show that will feature the works of artist Jeff Ham.

Also on display will be ceramics by ?The Firm,? four friends who have been showing as a group for several years. The show opens December 4 with a reception at 7 p.m. and will run until January 22. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Gallery is closed during school holidays. Admission is free.

Join the Red Rock Center for Independence's First Annual "Sparkling Winter Gala!"

The Red Rock Center for Independence will be hosting it's first annual "Sparkling Winter Gala" on Friday, December 11, 2009 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This event will be one of a kind, and will bring back beautiful Christmas memories. The program for the Gala includes musical performances by local choirs, bands and orchestras, and feature a group from the Southwest Symphony Orchestra. The Gala will also include refreshments, a special visit from Santa Claus, and a formal winter dance! This will be one classy event, that you won't want to miss. They are looking for corporate sponsors! For more information about the event and how you can help, call 435-673-7501 or Click Here

SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS

Give yourself the gift of education this holiday season by registering for classes at Dixie State College of Utah.

Class registration for the 2010 spring semester at DSC is currently underway, with the semester slated to being January 11, 2010. Registration for classes without instructor permit will continue through Jan. 13, 2010, while last day to add a class for spring semester is Jan. 29, 2010....more Click Here

Do you want to learn to draw and paint?

Do you want to learn to draw, and then create loose, bold paintings? Do you admire the way artists seemingly and effortlessly draw and paint on the paper with free style images, striking impressions, and unique line? You say that you want to do it too? If so, Russell Black can help you to become an artist. Russell Black offers drawing and painting classes in the St. George Area. For more information about the classes available, please visit his website. New! - Instructional art videos are now available. It will take practice, and a bit of your time for you to learn the methods, but soon you will be able to draw and paint like a professional. For more information on how you can learn to draw, paint, and channel your creativity. Click Here

Reserve your Spot at the 4th annual session of the Citizen?s Academy!

The St. George Police Department is hosting the 14th annual session of the Citizen?s Academy. If you?ve ever wanted to know if the things that they do on CSI are really possible, this is the chance to find out. If you ever wanted to know why the police do what they do, why they do it and how, this is your chance....more

Dixie State College Communication Department Announces New Cohort for Fast-Track Bachelor?s Degree Program

Dixie State College of Utah's Communication Department announced the creation of a new class for its Organization and Leadership adult baccalaureate degree completion program designed for working professionals and other non-traditional students who need evening instruction. The 18-month bachelor's degree program begins this March.......more

John, Rob, & Jason Lefkow to speak at the St. George Art Museum on December 17th, 2009 at 7pm, in the 3rd Thursday Art Conversations series.

John, Rob, & Jason each have a piece of art in the exhibit, Visions of Zion. Don?t miss your opportunity to hear from this fascinating family of artists....more

COMMUNITY/POLITICAL

Utah GOP Vice-Chair Speaking on "Liberty and Activism"

St. George--Former state representative Morgan Philpot, will be speaking on "Liberty and Political Activism" at the Washington County Commission Chambers on Thursday, Dec. 17th, at 7 pm....more

Legislative Preview "Issues Over Eggs"

The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes YOU to listen to our legislators as they give a preview of the 2010 Legislative Session. Click Here

Washington County Economic Summit 2010

Registration has opened. Plan now to attend the 13th Annual Washington County Economic Summit, Wednesday, JANUARY 13, 2010 at the Dixie Convention Center in St. George!...more Click Here

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

Join Towne Storage in their grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting
The ribbon cutting is on Friday, December 18 at noon. Visit their website for more information on unit prices and to receive a discounted coupon! Click Here

Southern Utah Title Christmas Open House

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CALL TO ACTION

Coral Desert Orthopaedic will host a 1K / 5K Fun Run Saturday at 9am to raise money for Ethan Mendenhall's cancer treatment.

5-year-old Ethan Mendenhall was recently diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma which has metastasized to his bones. He is fighting to beat this and needs our help. You can read Ethan's story at ...more Click Here

Dixie Care and Share is looking for help with their Dec. 23rd Christmas Dinner.
If you can cook a turkey, or help in another way please contact James English ASAP at the Spectrum Phone: (435) 674-6246.

The Utah Foster Care Foundation believes every child deserves a permanent connection to a caring adult?..especially during this season of giving.

Won?t you give a child the greatest gift ? a family? To find out more, call 656-8065 or Click Here

The Forgotten Gifts to Benefit Dixie Care and Share

University of Phoenix St. George Campus is holding a ?Forgotten Gift? drive for the holiday season which will benefit Dixie Care and Share. The Forgotten Gifts University of Phoenix Holiday Giving Project was inspired by this year's Homecoming Speaker, Community Advocate, Pamela Atkinson, who told of many children and adults who go without the basics like underwear, socks, and hygiene items....more Click Here

The Perfect Volunteer Experience: Ford Ironman St. George, May 1, 2010

THE EVENT As we launch into a new year, we blast into a new era for St. George: The Ironman Era. In just five short months, on May 1, 2010, Washington County will host the Ford Ironman St. George triathlon....more Click Here

COMMUNITY INTEREST

Newsletter Habitat for Humanity
Enjoy reading about all the exciting things that are going on! Click Here