This week's luncheon will be held at the Best Western Abbey Inn
The luncheon will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 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 menu Wednesday will include: Italian sausage lasagna, Italian garlic bread, broccoli, garden salad, and New York cheesecake. The public is invited. Our luncheon speakers this week will be from the Dixie State College Center for Media Innovation. For more information, contact Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3.
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This week's luncheon sponsor is hair. A Paul Mitchell Partner School
For over 20 years, the staffs at Paul Mitchell Schools have built strong relationships with salons around the world. The Paul Mitchell network in North America is over 70,000 salons strong, and we're in 44 countries worldwide. Paul Mitchell trained hair designers work in virtually every corner of the world, and every professional hairdresser knows the Paul Mitchell name. Every Paul Mitchell School is designed to teach the skills you'll need, inpsire you to explore your passion and creativity, and help you learn the business that will make your career in the beauty industry fun and rewarding. Say Yes to your future! Click Here
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CHAMBER BRIEFS
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Milestone Member
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 week, at the Chamber luncheon, we are recognizing Bracken House Photography...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, February 17, 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, February 13th, 2009 by 12:00 noon. Submissions will not be published in the February 17th 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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Western Pest Technician Certified
Trevor Gorton, one of Western Pest Controls clean-cut technicians, is now certified by the State of Utah as a Termite Technician. For the last year, Trevor has been servicing homes and business in St. George for roaches, ants, spiders and other general pest control problems. He joins Wade Beatty and Michael Richey as the third termite technician at Western Pest Control. Congratulations Trevor. Click Here
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The Economy Has Changed, But People Haven't!
People still get married in trying economic times, throw parties, and have business events, despite the fact that we're experiencing difficult times. Maybe even more parties are needed in these hard economic times! That's why Superior Party Rentals has LOWERED all their prices for 2009, effective immediately! They are also offering a 10% discount to all Chamber of Commerce members for THE ENTIRE YEAR! You may not be able to take that Hawaiian vacation this year, but you can throw a Luau in your backyard for your friends and family to enjoy! Your children can still have the wedding they've dreamed of, because Superior party Rentals has made it ALL more affordable for you! Stop by and check out Southern Utah's largest stock of rental items including: tents, tables, chairs, linens and much, much, more. They also now offer Wildflower Linens, as seen in Grace Ormonde Magazine, a beautiful new style of linen for your special events. Come by, Monday through Friday, 9-5 and let Superior Party Rentals help you plan your next event. Superior Party Rentals- From the BIG TOP to Tabletops...They have you covered! For more information, call 435-673-6425.
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Zion’s Way Home Health and Hospice is expanding!
Zion’s Way Hospice is happy to announce their recent move to a new and more suitable location in the Tonaquint area of town. Zion’s Way Hospice has served Southwestern Utah for nearly four years and, with the addition of Home Health in the last several months, they have needed a larger facility to enable continued provision of the best in home health and hospice services to the residents of St. George and the surrounding areas. Their new office is located at 912 W. 1600 S., Suite C-102 in St. George. Zion’s Way welcomes visitors to their office and would be more than happy to show you around their new facility. Information about hospice and home health care will also be available. Zion’s Way Hospice hope to see you soon and look forward to serving you in years to come!
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Snow, Christensen & Martineau Honored
Snow, Christensen & Martineau proudly congratulates their partner, Scott Awerkamp, named to the 2009 Utah Legal Elite™. Mr. Awerkamp’s practice focuses on estate planning, business and real estate. Twenty-seven attorneys from Snow, Christensen & Martineau were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in Utah Business Magazine's 2009 Utah Legal Elite™. The list of SCM attorneys can be viewed on their website. Snow, Christensen & Martineau is a leading Utah-based law firm, offering a unique legacy of client advocacy. With more than 50 attorneys, the firm focuses on serving clients in corporate and business entities, local government, real estate, insurance, health care and technology industries. For more information, Click Here
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Get Anyone to Cooperate with you: Charisma
For some, charisma is a mysterious attribute. It's challenging to describe someone who exudes charisma because there's really no way to quantify the effect this kind of person seems to have on others. It seems that you either have charisma or you don't. Charisma is not leadership, assertiveness, or enthusiasm and it's not exactly personality either. It's its own unique characteristic. Charisma empowers others to like you, even if they don't know much about you and even when there hasn't been enough time to develop trust in you...more
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St. George Chamber of Commerce Elects Jones Waldo Attorney
Jones Waldo Holbrook & McDonough PC, one of Utah’s largest and oldest law firms, congratulates attorney Marianne Sorensen for being elected to the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce’s elected board of directors determines policies and plans of action aimed at maintaining and developing the community in which businesses and families live. The Chamber looks for board members who have professional experience, knowledge, and exceptional qualifications...more
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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 January 2009. 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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University of Phoenix adds Corporate Education Liaison
Jonathon Noel, MBA, Enrollment Manager for the University of Phoenix, St. George Leaning Center announced today the addition of Brendan Dalley as a Corporate Education Liaison. Dalley is a graduate of Dixie State College (Magna Cum Laude) with an Associates of Arts degree. He continued his education at Southern Utah University in the field of Education and graduated in 2000 (Cum Laude) with his bachelors of science in Education. He has dual majors in Special Education and Physical Education...more
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Small Business Owner? Big Benefits!
Paradise Canyon Eye Care is excited to be able to offer their Vision Benefits Program to small businesses in the St. George area. No business is too small! "Our Vision Benefits program is an in-house Vision and Eye health savings plan we offer to local employers to help them in attracting and keeping quality employees,"says Dr. Joseph Fife, O.D., owner of Paradise Canyon Eye Care. When your company participates in Paradise Canyon Eye Care's Vision Benefits Program, your employees and their dependents receive a 20% savings on their professional eye health exams and 20 % savings on all frames and lenses. Best of all, there is no cost to you or your employees. It's that simple! Paradise Eye Care invites all Chamber members to come in for a tour of their beautiful new, state of the art facility. Come in and SEE the difference! Call Melissa, Vision Benefits Coordinator, at 435-656-2003 today for more information.
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Bloomington Executive Suites has a new Tennant!
Equity Real Estate at Bloomington Executive Suites will be opening on February 17th, 2009. Stop by for your chance to win 2 tickets to the Eagles concert and one night hotel stay in the Salt Lake area. See why Equity Real Estate, one of the largest real estate firms in Utah, chose Bloomington Executive Suites as their Southern Utah Headquarters! Bloomington Executive Suites is located at 169 West 2710 South Circle, Ste. 201 (immediately south of the Bloomington Wal-Mart). Call Jim for leasing information at 435-256-0555 or Click Here
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Do you need a health care provider?
Southwest Utah Community Health Center (Centro de Salud Comunitario) at 168 North 100 East, Suite 101 is available to families and individuals for medical, behavioral health and dental care. The Southwest Utah Community Health Center is a private non-profit corporation with one full time physician, three full time physician assistants, a counselor available 30 hours a week and a dentist available two days a week. No insurance? They have a sliding fee scale based on your family size and income. On Medicaid or Medicare? SWCHC is still accepting patients! Private insurance? They can take that too! Southwest Utah Community Health Center provides everything from prenatal care and delivery, to well child and sick child care, to women’s and men’s routine health care, to chronic disease treatment and management . In addition, their patients qualify for discounted medications. Their staff are all licensed professionals, with years of experience. Southwest Utah Community Health Center is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm and Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Please call them at 435-986-2565 to make an appointment (usually available today or tomorrow). They look forward to meeting you! For more information, Click Here
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New Entrees for February!
Enjoy new selections on Signature Suppers' February menu! New this month are: Chicken Tortilla Pizza, Aloha Pork Roast, Strawberry Stuffed French Toast and ..just in time for Valentine's Day.. Chocolate Purses! They also have plenty of old favorites including Chicken Piccata, Honey Marinated Flank Steak, and Cilantro Shrimp Scampi to name a few. Reserve your meals today. Pick up days are now Tuesday, Thursday and Friday or feel free to assemble your own meals with them on Saturday, February 21st. At Signature Suppers they're helping you get a delicious, wholesome meal on the table. You get delicious meals for as little as $2.90 per serving. The time saving is priceless! See how Signature Suppers can work for you! For more information, Click Here
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Dixie Weight Loss Challenge!
Personal Wellness Coaches Debi and Michael Katz want to thank all of Dixie for the commitment and support for the Dixie Weight Loss Challenges! The response has been incredible with 5 different challenges and over 100 people losing weight right now! Their mission is to impact the lives of Southern Utah, and their goal is to impact 1% of Dixie or 1,600 people reversing the obesity trends!! The classes are designed to be fun and educational and support each participant in reaching his/her own goals!! They cannot wait to see you in the next challenge! The next challenges will begin in early March and interest lists are being formed NOW! To pre-register or for more information call 800-585-9412 or Click Here
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Dr. Wayne Christian Is Offering a 50% Discount on orthodontic treatment!
Get your name in the drawing for 1/2 off of Orthodontic treatment for yourself or a family member at the office of Dr. Wayne Christian. Come to this Wednesday's luncheon and enter at the drop box on the back table before leaving! For more information, call 435-628-4422.
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Fly St. George First! Salt Lake City Fares Starting at $99*
SkyWest Airlines, operating as Delta Connection, is excited to offer “Fly St. George First” fares to Salt Lake City starting as low as $99* one way. These fares are available for purchase at delta.com or call Delta reservations at 1-800-221-1212.*...more
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Should I Invest In The Current Market?
With stock market performance plummeting, it can be easy to get discouraged about investing. There are, however, a few thoughts to the declining stock market that should be considered. Learning how to make the stock market work for you is one of the keys to future wealth. If you have further questions, or would like to discuss rollover and other retirement options, please feel free to contact the HintonBurdick CPA’s & Advisors office at 435-628-3663...more
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Red Hills Wellness Center Calendar of Community Events
Learn three different types of yoga, How to deal with the stress of life, How to Meditate, How to use Essential Oils, Puzzle out your emotions, CPR and much more at the Red Hills Wellness Center. This calendar is good for the month of February...more
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Private banking for everyone?
Yes! That is the unparalleled experience you get at Town and Country Bank. No tellers! When you come in to transact business, you can sit down with one of their “concierge bankers” in a setting of comfort. They’ll efficiently help you open an account, cash a check, deposit or withdraw, or handle just about any banking need. So, never stand in a teller line again. And don’t forget to ask about their discount Town Card. Visit Town and Country Bank online at www.tcbankutah.com, come see them at 1464 South 1490 East Circle, St. George, next to Summit Athletic Club or call them at 435-673-1150. 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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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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SPECIAL EVENTS
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Washington County Repiblican Party President's Day Breakfast
The Washington County Republican Party will be hosting a President's Day Breakfast on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at the Dixie State College Gardner Center Ballroom. The breakfast will start promptly at 8:00 am, and the program will start at 8:30 am. Invited dignitaries include Senator Orrin Hatch, Senator Robert Foster Bennett, Lieutenant Governor Gary R. Herbert, and Attorney General Mark Shurtleff. The key note speaker will be Speaker David Clark. Tickets are $20.00. For more information, call 435-628-7235.
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Don’t Miss the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm through April!
The City of St. George presents the Opera House Concert Series! First to perform are Ron and Mariana Taylor, who will entertain with Romantic Tunes from Yesteryear. During the early days of the Opera House patrons often paid admission in kind: molasses, vegetables, fruit, flour and other commodities. This City would like to continue with this early tradition! Admission is free, but donations of cash or canned goods are welcome! Donations will be given to Dixie Care and Share. For More Information call 435-627-4525 or e-mail commarts@sgcity.org. This event is presented by the Community Arts Division a division of Leisure Services City of St. George.
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Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show Returns for 22nd Year in St. George in February
The annual Robert N. and Peggy Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale, recognized as one of the biggest art events in the state of Utah, kicks off its 22nd year beginning Friday, February 13, at the Dolores Dore´ Eccles Fine Arts Center on the campus of Dixie State College. The Sears Dixie Invitational, which has been a mainstay at Dixie State College, will feature nearly 240 works from 130 renowned artists from Utah and the United States, making this year’s show the largest in the event’s history...more
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The 31st Annual Presidents Day Fly-In
Remote Possibilities RC Club of St. George, UT is having their 31st Annual Presidents Day Fly-In on February 20-22, 2009. This Annual Event is dedicated to remote controlled model aircrafts. The aircrafts featured at this event vary in size from 35 inch to 120 inch wingspans and their flight characteristics are to be witnessed to be believed. Last year over 80 pilot's attended this event. Have fun, share ideas and knowledge, and help improve the recreational and economic aspects of the
St. George area communities! For more information, call Walt Fletcher at 435-313-1886, call 435-628-9350, or Click Here
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Sweetheart Swing
The St. George Arts Commission presents the Sweetheart Swing at the Community Arts Center located at 86 South Main Street, St. George on Saturday, February 14th from 7-11 pm. Swing to live music with the Mick Jones Big Band. Tickets are $10 per person which includes refreshments, and they are available in advance or at the door. Period dress is a plus but certainly not required. For additional information contact Angie Mason at 435-627-4510 ext. 112.
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Free Guided Imagery Session
Zion’s Way Home Health and Hospice will be providing a free, Guided Imagery session at the St. George Senior Citizen Center on Friday, February 13th at 10:30 am. The St. George Senior Citizen Center is located at 245 North 200 West in St. George. If you have any questions, call 435-688-0648. See you there!
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Lincoln’s Ghost
The City of St. George presents - Lincoln’s Ghost by Jay Beacham. Don’t miss Thursday, February 12th at the Opera House located at 200 North Main Street, St. George for Jay Beacham’s portrayal of Abraham Lincoln on this 200th birthday anniversary. Admission is $10 Adults, $5 students, and Children under 12 are free. This event will start at 7:30 pm.
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SunRiver’s Class Act Theater Company Presents: My Fair Lady
A Cockney flower girl will take speech lessons so that she can pass as a lady when SunRiver’s Class Act theater company presents My Fair Lady: Readers Theater. Show times are 6:00 pm February 16 through 20, with a 1:00 pm, matinee performance on Wednesday, February 18. Admission is free. Seating is first-come, first-serve. My Fair Lady is based upon George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play Pygmalion. Pygmalion, a sculptor from Greek mythology, is denied romantic involvement, yet he falls in love with the statue he creates. The musical version—book and lyrics, was created by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe. For more information, call Linda Katona at 435-673-2158.
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Be Healthy Dixie- Walk with Mayor McArthur
How are your New Year resolutions going? The St. George Recreation Division, along with Mayor McArthur, is encouraging folks to exercise and be healthy! On Wednesday, February 18, Mayor McArthur will be continuing his 2009 Be Healthy Dixie walks at SunRiver-St George at 8:00 am. Walkers are to meet in front of the SunRiver Community Center located at 4275 S. Country Club Drive. Walkers are encouraged to wear sturdy walking shoes. Take advantage of the opportunity to chat with the Mayor. For more information on this walk or other future walks, either call the St. George Recreation Center, 435-627-4560, or visit www.sgcityrec.org and click on Adult programs healthy lifestyles bar to download the upcoming walk locations. Together we can become a healthier Dixie! Click Here
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Something new for St. George!
The Red Rock Rotary Club is creating the "Red Rock Music Festival". This will be an annual event on the Mothers Day Weekend. This year it will be on May 9, 2009. This will be a free concert in the park with Southern Utah Songwriters Association. Ten bands will perform. If any Chamber Members want to get involved, contact Ed Rogers for more information. This is a Red Rock Rotary club along with 95.9, The Hawk fundraiser for children in need. Red Rock Rotary meets each Wednesday 7:30 am at the Fairway Grill on St. George Blvd. All are welcome. For more information call John Page at 435-256-0315.
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The 19th Annual Parade of Homes
The Southern Utah Home Builders Association (SUHBA) and Zion’s Bank present the 19th annual St. George Area Parade of Homes February 13th through 22nd, giving attendees ten days to explore every one of the amazing 26 homes designed by today’s most creative builders, designers and craftsmen. “This year’s Parade is more important to our community than ever due to the economic struggles we are facing. The Parade of Homes provides a sense of togetherness and unity here in Southern Utah...more
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Highlights of 30 Years of Art Festival Acquisitions & Selections from A Century of Sanctuary: "The Art of Zion National Park"
On view from February 14 through May 30, 2009 On April 10th and 11th, the St. George Art Festival will open for the 30th year in the beautifully designed town square on Main Street in St. George, Utah. The mild, sunny climate of St. George is particularly suited for this outdoor event. Artwork is displayed in booths designed individually by each artist. The many categories of art accepted include watercolor, oils, pottery, sculpture, photography, woodwork, and other creations. The show offers cash awards for Best of Show, Best 2D and 3D and ribbons for all categories...more
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Dixie State Cultural Arts Presents World-Renowned Pianist Marvin Goldstein for Special Valentine's Day Concert Feb. 14
As part of the 22nd-Annual Robert N. and Peggy Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale opening weekend, Dixie State College of Utah will be presenting a special Valentine's Day concert, featuring world-renowned pianist Marvin Goldstein, on Saturday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the Eccles Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. Tickets are now on sale for $20 and may be purchased by visiting the DSC Avenna Center ticket office or by calling 435-652-7800. Only 300 tickets are available for this special engagement...more
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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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HOLIDAY OFFERS
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Take a Valentines Day Retreat at East Zion Development!
In a tough economy, we get down to the basics, we spend less, and look for something of higher value. This year, for Valentine's Day, give the gift that will live on forever, the gift of love. Come to Zion and spend a weekend with the one you care about most, and strengthen your relationship. This two night retreat includes a day with Matt Townsend, owner of Townsend Relationship Center. The Matt Townsend Show broadcasts on KSL every Saturday at 11:00 am. Matt is often featured on Studio 5 weekdays at 11:00 am. Two nights accommodations (make it more fun and meaningful, invite friends and stay together in a large luxury mountain home!) Call today to reserve your space, they're filling fast! For more information call Pamela Clark at 1-888-792-1242. Call now, and recieve a 10% discount! Just print attached coupon to redeem! Click Here
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Happy Valentine's Day from the Massage Therapy Academy!
Treat your sweetheart to a relaxing massage at the Massage Therapy Academy. Student massages are just $35 for a full hour massage, and for a real romantic way to relax, try a couple's massage! Pick up an easy-to-give Gift Certificate today at the Massage Therapy Academy, open Tuesday through Saturday, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, at 368 East St. George Blvd. Call for more information at 435-673-4101 or Click Here
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Valentine’s Sweetheart Giveaway
Enter to Win A FREE Valentine’s Gift Package! You could win: Dinner for 2 at Scaldoni’s Restaurant & Lounge; Diamond Earrings from Adams & Collard Jewelers; a Chocolate Gift Basket from Rocky Mtn. Chocolates; a Flower Bouquet from Bloomers Flowers; and a Week Spa Package from Planet Beach Contempo Spa. Gift Package Value - $900! Stop by any of the above businesses to enter. Please just one entry per business. The winner will be announced at Adams & Collard on February 13th.
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Laugh n' Smile Is There For All Your Valentine's Day Needs!
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so don't miss out on getting a great gift for that special someone. Laugh n' Smile has a perfect Valentine's Day ballon bouquet for your sweet heart. They offer a variety that everyone will enjoy, such as P.S. I Love You, Just Because, Big Hugs, Be Mine and more. Call them today to reserve your Valentine's Day delivery, 435-703-0696.
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KCSG Gives Away a Basket of Romance
KCSG is giving away a basket full of sparkling romance! Log on to www.kcsg.com for all the details on the Valentine Sparkle Giveaway. The basket includes salon services, flowers, candy, jewelry, overnight stays, teeth whitening and even a hot air balloon ride. With a value of more than $1,500 this is sure to be a Valentines gift to remember. Watch KCSG and enter to win at www.kcsg.com. Happy Valentines Day from KCSG TV! Click Here
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Massage Envy always celebrates Valentines Day in a big way!
Each year approximately 50 couples come to Massage Envy for a couple's massage the week of Valentines Day, and this year with the added location at Pineview Plaza they expect to double that. As a result, Massage Envy is staying open until 10:00 pm on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at both locations in order to meet the demand. Women receive a long stemmed rose and all receive chocolate. Get a massage! It makes Valentine's Day (and week) very romantic. Contact Massage Envy at 435-628-9049 for the Sunset Corner location and 435-627-6960 for the Pineview Plaza location. Don't forget gift cards for your loved ones!
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Valentines Special at About Face Salon & Day Spa!
About Face Salon & Day Spa is offering $30 off The Spa Retreat Package, or $10 off Facials, Massages or Pedicures! Offer is valid through Feburary 14, 2009. At About Face Salon & Day Spa, they strive to provide the very best services and treatments available. They have created an atmosphere in which you can relax, meditate, and be pampered. Come in and escape the world for for an hour or even a day! For more information, call 435-628-5419, visit them at 671 South 1000 East in St. George, or Click Here
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SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS
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Financial Literacy Workshop Scheduled for February 26th
Understanding your finances and applying the important principles of money mastery to your life can bring you peace of mind and help you achieve your most important life goals. SouthWest Federal Credit Union is offering a Financial Literacy workshop on Thursday, February 26, 2009 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the training room of their administration building at 162 North 400 East...more
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Ready Your Business!!!
Are you prepared for what may come? Fire - Flood-Severe Storm– Earthquake- Human Error
Data Loss - Chemical Releases - Domestic Terrorism - Power/Gas Outage - Pandemic Influenza–Road Closure, all of these and more can affect YOUR business! Be Prepared! The 12 Point Business Continuity Development series is designed to create a business plan that includes mitigation and recover from any type of disaster threatening your business success. The Workshops are "No Cost". The State Bank of Southern Utah will be hosting Business Continuity Planning Classed February 17-18, 2009 in Cedar City.To RSVP, email relsmore@sbsu.com, or for more information call Jesse Valenzuela at 801-538-3296 or Click Here
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University of Phoenix offers Scholarship Workshops
The Corporate Education Liaison Team of the St. George Campus of the University of Phoenix is hosting Scholarship Workshops designed to help students, potential students and interested community members learn more about finding and applying for scholarships and grants, receiving tips on writing scholarship essays, discussing with representatives regarding transcript and transfer evaluations...more
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Meditation and Stress Busters for Cancer Survivors
Dixie Regional Medical Center is offering a class on Stress Relief for Cancer Survivors. Cancer survivors are invited to come learn how meditation can help them manage stress. The class will be held at the Cancer Center Conference Room at Dixie Regional Medical Center 400 East Campus – Enter through Cancer Center entrance on 400 East. It will take place every Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This is a Free Class. The presenter is Deb Christensen, Cancer Care Coordinator, RN, certified fitness and yoga instructor. For more information call 435-688-4165.
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The 7 Habits for Small Business Managers
The Dixie Business Alliance is presenting Business Training, based on the best-selling book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®, by Stephen R. Covey. Learning and using these habits will help you manage yourself, lead others and unleash potential you never knew existed in your business! Register today to attend this exciting two day workshop, 7 Habits for Small Business Managers, and you’ll come away with life-changing knowledge, skills and the tools to help you apply them. This workshop will be held on March 6-7, 2009 at the Udvar-Hazy Business Building, Room 203. It will be held from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and taught by Alan Christensen and Len Erickson. The cost of this workshop is #395.00. For more information please contact Kelly or Len at 435-652-7741 or Click Here
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Find And Obtain A Scholarship During A Queasy Economy - A Free, On-demand Webinar (V Cast)
Looking for ways to fund a degree and shore-up your job security? Utah Pulse (Utahpulse.com) is offering a free on-demand Webinar to help you do it. In this 20-minute V Cast (online video) you will learn: How to search and find scholarships online; How to sign up and receive new scholarship information by email; How to set up a notification service and receive email alerts when scholarship deadlines are about to expire; and How to write the intimidating 50-200 word essay to help secure the scholarships you apply for...more
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How to Survive in Tough Times
A free seminar presented by the law firm of Snow, Christensen & Martineau. This seminar is designed to educate business owners and CEOs on legal and financial issues. Presentation topics include: Surviving Your Customers’ Hard Times, Choice of Entity, Layoffs and Terminations, Diversity Training, and Attorney/Client Interaction. The seminar will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at the Hilton Garden Inn St. George, 1731 Convention Center Drive, St. George, Utah from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm with a reception from 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Admission is Free. Register Early, Seating is Limited! For more information, r to reserve your seat, contact Madsen at 1-800-748-4313.
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Take Professional Education Courses
The University of Utah Graduate Center at St. George to Offer Professional Education Courses! Professional Education just got a lot more accessible to you and your employees. The University of Utah will be offering the following courses: Grant Writing (Tuesday, February 17), Collaborative Leadership (Wednesday, February 18), and Accounting (Thursday, March 12). For more information or to register call 801-585-1780 or visit proed.utah.edu and click on “ProEd Distance Classes. Click Here
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Chrisco Consulting Can Help!
Are you tired of unexpected repairs, down time, slow systems and unpredictable Information Technology Expenses? Ever wonder if there is a better way to incorporate Technology into your business without it draining your wallet? Chrisco Consulting can help by showing you how technology can become a precision tool that will maximize your earning potential; instead of a necessary expense. They will also show you a better way to approach your Technology in a proactive, cost effective manner that allows you to precisely budget and plan! Come to their FREE educational seminar and let Chrisco Consultants share some of their extensive knowledge with you! Thsi seminar will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm or Wednesday, February 18, 2009 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The class will be located at the Department of Workforce Services, 162 N 400 E For more information, call 435-674-5627. Now is the time to spend your IT dollars wisely. Light Refreshments will be served.
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QuickBooks Made Easy Seminar
STOP making critical errors in QuickBooks that are costing you MONEY! Come join Brooke Braithwaite & Max Barker at one of their QuickBooks Made Seminars this February! For ONLY $97, you can attend a half-day (4 hour) class that will teach you: How to avoid errors that hurt cash flow in your office; Reports that will stop wasted expenses and overhead; Critical errors in setting up your chart of accounts; plus much, much more! Must register as seats are limited to 6 per class. Call 435-635-7775 to check availability TODAY! Classes in February will be held on Thursdays the 19th and 26th. For more information, Click Here
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Blue Raven Studio Art Classes
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 you can all develop your own personal style of art and not just copy the teacher! Through the use of experimental techniques, working on location, in the studio, with photos, by using abstraction, naturalism, and a variety of other approaches. Spend this year working to develop your own unique ways of creating art...more
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“Voice Lessons” FREE One-Hour Voice Lesson through March 2009
Teenagers, adults and casual singers gain self-confidence while singing in a group or solo, gain vocal control, improve pitch, learn proper breathing and singing technique, extend vocal range, and be able explore the many ways in which songs can be expressed. As an Aspiring Artist, you will find your own style through vocal expression and interpretation and Artist Development. Through March, 2009, receive a one-hour complimentary Voice Lesson with Gayle Louise. For more information call 888-500-3559 or 435-275-4258, or Click Here
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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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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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Risk Free Investment Seminar
RSVP for a risk free investment seminar! Hotspot Investments 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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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. Miscellaneous jobs are taking place this week. Painting, landscaping, fencing etc. The week of February 16th, rotomilling is expected to get underway. No major traffic impacts are forecasted this week. At the Atkinville Interchange (I-15 Milepost 2) workers will be staining the structure and landscaping. There will be no major traffic impacts. 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. Signs will be installed over the next three weeks. No traffic impacts this week. For more information, call the Utah Department Of Transportation at 435-893-4702 or Click Here
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RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES
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The month of February is Career & Technical Education month in the State of Utah
The Dixie Applied Technology College is having a Ribbon Cutting for their University Plaza Training Center located at 1071 E. 100 S. on Friday, February 13, 2009 at 10:30 am. Please come and join them, and check out their new facility! For more information, contact Ed Rogers at 435-652-7729.
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CALL TO ACTION
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The 5th Annual Zion Country Century
This year the Zion Country Century is celebrating its fifth year and is expecting to have a record turn out of cyclists coming to St. George to enjoy the fantastic riding weather. This year the course will incorporate a large portion of the St George trail system, allowing the riders to ride along the Virgin river and only ride 1 mile on the streets of St George before reaching Washington City and proceeding to the gates of Zion National Park. The ride will benefit the Spina Bifida Association of Utah and has evolved into the associations major fund raiser. Bike2Bike the producer of the event, and a fellow chamber member, is once again offering chamber members the opportunity to put material in our goody bags for only $25, half the normal price! They will be preparing 850 bags this year and need the material by February 17th. There are also opportunities for businesses to sponsor rest stops this year. This can be done by making a financial contribution or by manning the rest stop. Please contact Bike2Bike director Bob Kinney at either 801-677-0134 or email him at Bob@Bike2Bike.org for more information.
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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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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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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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"Promises are like crying babies in a theater, they should be carried out at once."
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Available to Chamber Members ONLY. For more information, call 801-310-3077.
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Sublime Tint Offers $75 Off Any Job Over 100 sq ft!!!
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For more information contact John Page BCH CI 435-256-0315.
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John Page BCH CI
Great Idea for you next Staff Meeting
“If you think you can or if you think you can’t you are right”
Free 30 minute workshop for your staff
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Restaurant Hours: 5:00pm-10:00pm | Lounge Hours: 5:00pm-12:00am
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Buy one Dinner at Scaldoni’s Restaurant and get the second at ˝ price!
Bring your own wine to have with the Dinner – $2 corkage fee. Offer is valid Sunday through Wednesday
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Milestone Member
BEKINS/DIXIE MOVING & STORAGE
Ralph Bingham
1351 Red Ledge Road
Washington, Utah 84780
435-628-2281
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DEMAIO/JOERS REALTY GROUP
Richard DeMaio, Suzanne DeMaio, Theresa Joers & Steven Joers
335 E. St. George Blvd., Suite 203
St. George, Utah 84770
435-986-9200
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MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT
Mark Parrish
798 E. St. George Blvd.
St. George, Utah 84770
435-340-1900
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RED CLIFFS INN
Tim Rommes
912 Red Cliffs Drive
Washington, Utah 84780
800-733-8338
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RED ROCK BICYCLE CO.
Ryan Gurr
446 W. 100 S.
St. George, Utah 84770
435-674-3185
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SHIFT4 CORPORATION
Susan Cooper
1453 South Dixie Drive, Suite 250
St. George, Utah 84770
435-652-0446
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