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March 17, 2009
CHAMBER LUNCHEON
This week's luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 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 menu Wednesday will feature a garden salad, vegetable spring rolls, steamed white rice, grilled teriyaki chicken stir-fry, and grilled sweet and sour chicken stir-fry. The public is invited. The luncheon this week will be all about Colon Cancer. For more information, contact Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3.

The Dixie Business Alliance is our Luncheon Sponsor this week
The Dixie Business Alliance, is a partnership of eight organizations committed to economic development and small business success. Whether your business is seeking financing from lenders or angels, market research, training and mentoring, technology assessment, site selection, or contracts with government buyers, the DBA has on-staff professionals to provide assistance. Because the organizations are linked to statewide and nationwide networks, you can access resources to build your business whether your customers are around the corner or around the world.

CHAMBER BRIEFS
Get Information About E-Verify
The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce is making it easier for all local businesses to get information about the E-Verify program which assists the operators of businesses to make certain they are hiring persons that can legally work in the United States. A new link has been placed on the Chamber website that connects to the E-verify site ...more
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“It’s a Small World!” - Business Professional Day Luncheon
Show your appreciation for your employees by treating them to the international flavors around us at this year’s Business Professional Day Luncheon! To be held on April 22, 2009 from 12:00 noon-1:30 pm at the Dixie State College Gardner Center. Price per person is $20. RSVP required by April 17, 2009. INTERESTED IN SPONSORING??? Select Sponsorships are available, including gift prizes! All prizes must have a value of $25.00 or more. For more information, or to RSVP call Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3, or Click Here

Attend the first Chamber After Hours Event for 2009!
Join the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce as we present our first After Hours Event of 2009! Sponsored by Kelly Services, this event will be held on Tuesday, March 17 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Please note this is for CHAMBER MEMBERS ONLY. This is a FREE networking Event! Win Prizes and meet new people. Bring plenty of business cards for networking! Light refreshments will be provided. This event will be held at Kelly Services at 558 E. Riverside Dr. #204...more


Join the Chamber BUZZ!!!
The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce has a new way to inform you of what's going on! Their new texting program, Chamber BUZZ (provided by txtwire.com), will notify YOU of luncheon locations, ribbon cuttings, and other important events going on at the Chamber. Need a quick and easy way to keep up to date? The Chamber Texting Program is for you! Standard texting fees associated with your cellular service apply. For more information, or to sign-up, contact Karyn Keanaaina at 435-628-1650 ext. 4 or email her your cellular number at karyn@stgeorgechamber.com
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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 The Red Rock Center for Independence...more


Next Publish Date for the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce eNewsletter: Tuesday, March 24, 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, March 20th, 2009 by 12:00 noon. Submissions will not be published in the March 24th newsletter if received late. Please email all information to Karyn Keanaaina at karyn@stgeorgechamber.com
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Windermere Real Estate Southland Appoints New Premier Properties Director
Mike Davis, Owner/Broker of Windermere Real Estate Southland, recently appointed Wanda Kubat-Nerdin, REALTOR, as Premier Properties Director for Southern Utah. In her new role she will coordinate Premier marketing programs for listings priced $750,000 and over with Windermere offices throughout the Western United States...more


Eagles in the Sky
Queen size is hardly big enough to hold all the “Eagles in the Sky” that soar across the quilt being raffled off by the Washington County Republican Women to benefit their “Supporting Our Troops” scholarship fund. The Washington County Republican Women (WCRW) provide a scholarship each year to Dixie State College for veterans of the US military who have served in the Middle East. Dixie State College selects the recipients. This raffle is the largest of several fund-raisers which support the scholarship...more


Dixie State to Host Renowned Utah Author Donna Poulton for Special Convocation
Dixie State College of Utah’s Cultural Arts department is welcoming renowned Utah author Dr. Donna L. Poulton for a special convocation on Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m., in the Dolores Dore’ Eccles Fine Arts Center Main Stage Theater. Admission to the lecture is free and open to the public...more


Complimentary Educational Materials for your Child’s School
If you’re looking to refinance your home or buy a home because of the low interest rates, you can also get free educational materials for your child’s school or any school in Washington County. Major Mortagage USA is offering Disney and National Geographic educational videos, books, or DVDs for anyone who pre-qualifies through us. If you close your loan through Major Mortgage USA, we will donate $500 to the school of your choice in Washington County! Pre-qualify today at keepitinhouse.com or call 435-652-0450. For more information email seagan@mmusacorp.com or contact your local PTA. Click Here

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Art Around the Corner Foundation Announces Third Annual “Partner in the Arts” award
Matt Clark is the 2009 recipient of the Art Around the Corner Foundation’s Partner in the Arts award. A lifelong resident of southern Utah, Clark grew up on a ranch north of St. George. He became interested in welding and working with metal at age 15, when he purchased a welding machine and taught himself to use it...more


Leavitt Group of St. George Changes Name
Leavitt Group of St. George, a Leavitt Group affiliated insurance agency, recently changed their name to Roberts-Leavitt Insurance Services. Travis Roberts is the local managing co-owner of the local agency implementing the perpetuation plan taking over for John Roberts his father who has been running the agency since 1984. The location and phone number remain the same. “We have served this community for many years, and we are excited for the future as we continue to look for ways to provide our clients with excellent service and value,” said Travis. Roberts-Leavitt Insurance Services has been serving the southern Utah area since 1984. The agency provides all types of insurance to local residents and businesses, including personal insurance, commercial insurance, workers compensation, bonds, life and health insurance. For more information, Click Here

Attorney joins Snow Jensen & Reece
Curtis M Jensen, managing partner of the law firm of Snow Jensen & Reece is pleased to announce that Cameron M. Morby has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Cameron’s practice is focused in tax and estate planning, asset protection and business entity formation...more


Washington County Republican Women Donate Scholarship Funds
The Washington County Republican Women Organization and Dixie State College of Utah announced Thursday the continuation of a scholarship to benefit and honor veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars and the Utah National Guard’s 222nd Field Artillery Unit...more


Parade of Homes Prize Drawing
Windermere Real Estate Southland announced the Grand Prize Winner of their drawing at the Parade of Homes. Beth Holdaway of Central, Utah was the recipient of a dinner for two at Scaldoni’s Restaurant and a night at the movies. Windermere thanks everyone who stopped by their booth at The Dunes at Sand Hollow Resort and registered for the drawing. They are always ready to assist anyone with their current real estate needs

What are Homes Worth in Today's Market?
Neil Walter, Managing Director of NAI Utah South and Thayne Houston, Principal Broker of ERA Brokers Consolidated, presented "What are Homes Worth in Today's Market" to the St. George Chamber of Commerce las week, March 11th, 2009 . They discussed the appreciation and subsequent depreciation in home values over the past five years and how we will know when we have reached the "bottom"...more


Ah, the power of youth!
As Town and Country Bank celebrate its first birthday, they’re showing some muscle: Bad loans: Zero Loan delinquencies: Zero Deposits: Attracted more in 2008 than all locally-based banks combined Capital and Liquidity ratios: High. Your Town & Country deposits are safe and sound. Come see them at 1464 South 1490 East Circle, next to Summit Athletic Club, call them at 435-673-1150 or to visit them online, Click Here

Celebrate the Seasons in St. George!
Aloha! The Makahiki in St. George would like to invite you to participate in their First Annual Event! The Hawaiian word makahiki literally means "seasonal celebration," and with this in mind, they are pairing up with the Southern Utah Polynesian Association to present this twofold event: The Makahiki in St. George Ho'olaule'a and the Paradise Under the Stars Luau. The first half of this event is the "Paradise Under the Stars" Luau. The luau will be held on Friday, May 1, 2009 at Desert Hills High School. Featuring Award Winning Hawaiian band, Kaukahi, this luau is sure to be a hit! Sponsorships are now available. If you are interested in sponsorships or buying tickets to this event, call Karyn at 435-229-6890. The second part of this event, the ho'olaule'a, or "festival" will be held in the Vernon Worthen Park May 1-2, 2009. This part of the Makahiki is a great way for you to feature your business and sell your products! Booth spaces are only $150.00, so call today! Share your culture or products through your booth space! For more information, call 435-229-6890 or email makahiki.sg@gmail.com. For more information about these events, Click Here

Maintain Your Tax-Exempt Status
Non-profits in Utah should be aware of important new tax reporting requirements for tax-exempt organizations. The Pension Protection Act of 2006 now requires almost all tax-exempt organizations to file an annual form with the IRS. Depending on the size of your organization, you may have to file an annual notice for the first time or you may be filing a different form than in the past...more


Southern Utah’s First Law/Community Blog
The attorneys at Jones Waldo invite you to visit Southern Utah’s first law/community blog, “The Lawyers of St. George: Life and Law in Southern Utah” at www.sglawblog.com. The blog features a “Law” category with posts relevant to its clients and other business owners, and a “Life” category where items of local interest are shared. Comments are encouraged, as are readers’ suggestions for topics they would like to see. For more information, Click Here

Local Realtor Achieves National Association of Realtors® "Green" Designation
James O. (Jim) Coleman with ERA Brokers Consolidated and Real Estate Specialists has been awarded the National Association of Realtors® (NAR’s) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR. Jim achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically for Realtors. The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country; ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of green homes and buildings and issues of sustainability in relation to real estate...more


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Do you want to be free from glasses and contacts?
Clear View Eye Care is promoting Corneal Molding, an alternative to LASIK. During the promotional period they are offering corneal molding for $500 to those who qualify. That is 80% less than the cost of LASIK! This procedure is a great way to be eliminate the need for correction through the day. It is non-surgical and can be done on kids and teens too! For more information and to schedule an appointment call 435-674-3502...more


Why Pay Retail Prices for Appliances? Sales Open to the Public!
Appliance Wholesalers Plus (AWP) WELCOMES YOU for your entire major appliance needs of every style. AWP’s beautiful showroom is located at 147 East 2580 South Circle--in the area behind the new LaQuinta Inn off of Exit 4/Brigham Road. The Staff at AWP is completely qualified to work with you to make the right selection for your needs and your pocketbook. The perfect appliance is waiting for you along with a complete line of water treatment products, softeners, and reverse-osmosis whole-home systems. The Showroom is open from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday and Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Appliance Wholesalers Plus (AWP) is still the best deal in town and has a great service and delivery staff! If you have any questions or concerns about new appliances for your home or office building, call 435-673-1599 and ask for Shane, Ron, Jesse or Clint! They will put together an entire package or work with you on single appliance needs to fit your space. Call Today!

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Advertising That Gets Results
A lot of small business owners truly believe that advertising doesn't work. They claim it is expensive and that they get absolutely no results from it. So, what do most of them do? Stop advertising completely. This is a BIG mistake; especially in a down economy! Need an affordable, innovative marketing training for YOUR business? Check out New Marketing EXCELerator Program! For more marketing help, contact Troy Braithwaite at 435-635-7775 ext. 6 or troy@ab4you.com, or to check out the EXCELerator Program, Click Here

University of Phoenix St. George Learning Center Facility Rentals
In addition to providing working adults with a quality, convenient education, University of Phoenix also offers its state-of-the-art classrooms to local businesses through a facility rental program. Now, exclusively for Chamber Members, The University of Phoenix is offering a 20% discount on all room rentals. University classrooms come fully equipped with audio visual equipment included in the daily room use rate. Classrooms provide a professional setting for any seminar, training or meeting. For more information, Click Here

Save More with Kelly Services!
Kelly Services is offering a 10% discount (or beat competitor pricing) to all Chamber Members that place an order for temporary help, temporary to hire placement or direct placement. Kelly is deeply committed to helping companies reach their goals and objectives by delivering a flexible, qualified workforce well-suited to your company and to the jobs at hand. Contact the local Kelly office at 435-628-5213 to place your order today and mention the Chamber Member discount.

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. They look forward to meeting you! For more information, Click Here

FREE Beginner's Tennis Lessons
Every Saturday, The Vic Braden Tennis College is offering free beginner tennis lessons from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Lessons are for Adults and Juniors in their WARM indoor courts. The first lesson is free and then free everytime 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. For more information call Dave at 435-986-5092.

SPECIAL EVENTS
“Replay…”
Utah Public Radio and KRCL are partnering for an exciting project; “Replay…”. “Replay…” is a campaign to collect useable used musical instruments for Utah Public school children throughout the State. Utah Public Radio is a service of the College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (HASS) at Utah State University, broadcasting a mix of information, public affairs, and fine arts programming 24 hours a day throughout most of Utah and into southern Idaho through a network of 31 translators...more
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Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show Heads Into Final Week
The 22nd 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, enters its final week of public viewing this upcoming week at the Dolores Dore’ Eccles Fine Arts Center on the campus of Dixie State College of Utah...more


SunRiver Community Center March Events
The Class Act Senior Theater Company is presenting KCAX Old Time Radio Classice including: "Fibber McGee & Molly" on March 23; "Easy Aces" on March 24; "Blondie" on March 25; "Our Miss Brooks" on March 26; and "Boston Blackie & Ellory Queen" on March 27. All showing will be held at 6:00 pm, with a special showing of "Blondie" at 1:00 pm on March 25th. All performances are FREE and have open seating. For more information, call 435-773-4100.

Sterling Court- An Active Adult Community
The community of Southern Utah is cordially invited to attend a Health Fair hosted by Sterling Court on Thursday, March 26, 2009 from, 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Activities, health care services and medical equipment providers will be throughout the building for your information, education, testing, and consultation interests. The Key Note Speaker: Dr. Carl Hallenborg, M.D. Pulmonologist, Sleep Physician, from Snow Canyon Clinic, Ivins, Utah, will be featured in their state of the art theater. Dr. Hallenborg will be addressing the topic of "Restorative Sleep." For more information, call Pam Parker at 435-628-1400.

Art Around the Corner Brings World Renowned Sculpture to St. George
Art Around the Corner announces the opening of its 2009 outdoor sculpture exhibit in the heart of historic downtown St. George. Now in its fifth year, Art Around the Corner is a not-for-profit outdoor arts project featuring sculptures by nationally renowned artists from around the intermountain west and beyond. The sculptures span the range from representational wildlife to historic to abstract...more


SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS
Author Dr. Glen Leonard to Discuss “Massacre at Mountain Meadows” at the 26th-Annual Juanita Brooks Lecture
Dr. Glen M. Leonard, Utah historian and former director of the LDS Museum of Church History and Art, will present his findings as co-author of the long-awaited book “Massacre at Mountain Meadows,” as part of the 26th-Annual Juanita Brooks Lecture Series on Wednesday, March 18, at 7 p.m., in the historic St. George Tabernacle. The lecture is free and open to the public...more


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 Utah Health Care Association will be hosting Business Continuity Planning Class on April 20-21, 2009 in St. George.To RSVP, email Deb at deb@uthca.org, or for more information call Jesse Valenzuela at 801-538-3296 or Click Here

Could you be the next Fountain of Health Millionaire?
Join the Health and Wellness Industry! Gain Better health and get paid for it. Are you open to additional income and minimum tine investment? The Fountain of Health has created over 30 Millionaires in the health industry! Attend a FREE seminar to learn how you can become a Millionaire too! This seminar will be held March 19th, 2009 at 6:00 pm at the Ramada Inn (next to the Outlets at Zion). For more information, contact Greg or Carol Aldred at 435-632-4029. Click Here

Sharpen Your Parenting Skills
Learn of new challenges facing children with the "Parent’s Toolbox" Seminar Series. Held every Tuesday in April, this seminar series will teach you how to better help your children grow. The classes are FREE and will be held from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Classes held at Washington County Children’s Justice Center, located at 463 East 500 South. For more information call 435-634-1134. Call the Family Support Center, 674-5133 to prearrange child care services for this hour. For more information, Click Here

Want to learn Sign Language???
The Southern Utah Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs is offering American Sign Language ASL) Classes every Wednesday, starting March 25, 2009 and ending May 13, 2009. This class is for all levels! Brush up on your skills or start at the beginning, if you want to expand you knowledge of ASL, now is your chance! To register for classes, call 435-673-8974 or email kbutler@utah.gov BEFORE March 20, 2009. For more information, Click Here

Aura’s and Chakra’s – So What?
Lifeworkswest Hypnosis Group is offering a free seminar! This seminar is entitled "Aura’s and Chakra’s – So What?”, and will be hosted by John Page BCH CI. It will be held at 6:00 pm on Friday, March 20, 2009 at the Book Cellar, located at 37 East St George Blvd. This seminar is FREE and open to the public! Learn more about your aura and chakra and how it is affected by daily stresses and life! For more information, call John Page BCH CI at 435-256-0315.

Red Hills Wellness Center Calendar of Community Events
Learn two different types of yoga, How to Create your own Vision Board, about Bio-Identical Hormone Balance & Your Health, How to use Essential Oils, about the Connection between Emotional and Physical Health, CPR and much more at the Red Hills Wellness Center. This calendar is good for the month of March...more


Kelly Services offers FREE Computer Training!
Kelly Services is offering free training to displaced workers! Kelly Services understands how hard it can be to find a job in this uncertain economy. Many displaced workers’ jobs have literately disappeared and they have no surplus skills to fall back on. They would like to help those people develop marketable skills! Kelly Services will be offering free software training on Internet Explorer, Windows XP, Office XP, Lotus Notes, and much more! Advanced courses will also be available. Come and get advice on how to put together an eye catching resume and handing out interview tips. The free software training is being offered on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month starting on February 26th, 2009. Training is free, but you MUST RSVP. Contact Kelly Services today at 435-628-5213 to schedule your free training! For more information, Click Here

“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

Can't hear the Presenter or Speaker?
Are you experiencing Hearing Loss and need to know what the 'next step' is? The Southern Utah Hard of Hearing and Deaf Programs is offering mini workshops to help you adjust to hearing loss! These mini workshops will be held every Wednesday at 11:00 am at the St. George Senior Citizens Center, located at 245 N 200 W. Learn how to cope with your hearing loss. Call today! For more information, call 435-673-8974 or Click Here

WHATS HAPPENING
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. Landscaping and finish work continues on the interchange. Business accesses on main street will undergo renovation to prepare for new asphalt. Expect traffic restrictions at night as construction crews install pipe across Bluff Street. Entrances to Main Street businesses near the intersection with Bluff Street will be modified this week. At the Atkinville Interchange (I-15 Milepost 2) workers will continue landscaping and construction activity continues as workers use the adjacent rest area for a staging area and concrete wall construction. The east side accessing the Southern Parkway remains closed. No major traffic impacts are expected. On I-15; South of Bluff Street to Washington (Mileposts 6 - 10) Crews continue to install advanced traffic management systems including fiber optic cable. No traffic impacts this week. For more information, call the Utah Department Of Transportation at 435-893-4702 or Click Here

Dixie Regional Medical Center's Annual Jubilee Cup
The Foundation of Dixie Regional Medical Center will hold the 12th Annual Jubilee Cup Charity Golf Tournament this year on June 4th at Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club and on June 5th at The Ledges Golf Club. Proceeds benefit bringing Life Flight helicopter services to southern Utah. If you would like to participate in the 2009 Jubilee Cup please contact Kent Ririe at 435-251-2484 email him at kent.ririe@imail.org, or Click Here

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES
Grand Opening and Customer Appreciation Day!
Paradise Canyon Eye Care proudly announces our Grand Opening on Thursday, April 2nd from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. The grand opening celebration will include a ribbon cutting with the mayor at 10:30 am followed by a live broadcast with KONY Country and The Planet. Free food and giveaways will last all day. Register to win your choice of free designer frames from CK, Coach, Fendi or Nike along with Visa Gift Cards and other giveaways! Paradise Canyon Eye Care is located at 1400 West, Snow Canyon Parkway in the new Park at Paradise Canyon. Come in and SEE the difference!

Open House and 10th Anniversary Celebration for Barney McKenna & Olmstead
The law firm of Barney McKenna & Olmstead, P.C. is hosting an open house and 10th Anniversary celebration on Thursday, May 14th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in their new building, located at 43 S 100 E. For more information, contact the Barney McKenna & Olmstead offices at 435-628-1711.

Planet Beach is having a Ribbon Cutting!
Planet Beach Contempo Spa is having their ribbon cutting ceremony on March 26th at 2:00 pm. Afterwards is their Membership Appreciation Party from 4-8 pm. There will be prizes, food, giveaways, and most of all, fun! The Planet Beach Contempo Spa concept was originated by CEO Steven Smith in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is a new age idea, not your typical day spa. It is a day spa where at the touch of a button, members can enjoy a day spa experience at a fraction of the cost of a regular day spa and in half the time! Some of their unique services include, the very popular Hydration Station, the Lumiere facial light, and the Hydro Massage bed with a custom computer touch screen. Planet Beach also offers its own personalized product holistic skin care line. Trained, professional spa consultants are there to enhance member's overall spa experience and results to Relax, Rejuvenate, and Renew! For more information, call 435-627-2444.

CALL TO ACTION
Best of State Announces 2009 Call for Entries
Best of State, Utah’s most popular and recognized awards forum for achievement in business, the arts, education, and community service, announces its annual call for entries. This is the seventh consecutive year for the prestigious event. The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2009. Best of State was founded in 2003 by Dana Layton, who saw a need to create a universal platform for recognition of achievement in Utah...more
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Vendors and Sponsors Needed for The First Annual Red Rock Rotary Music Festival
The Red Rock Rotary Club is creating the "Red Rock Music Festival". This will be an annual event on Mother's 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 (erogers@dixie.edu) for more information. Don't miss out. This is a Red Rock Rotary club along with 95.9, The Hawk fund raiser 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.

Calling All Bowlers!
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah in Southern Utah for a day of fun, food and prizes while helping us raise much needed funding for our local program. They urgently need community support for their annual fundraiser on March 28th. It’s simple and easy to be involved -get a team of 4-5 people together, register at www.bbbsu.org and begin collecting $100 per person. Then come enjoy two games of bowling as a thank you for your hard work. Corporate sponsorships are also available and a great way to show your community outreach. Please contact Teri Iverson at 435-986-9776 for more information.

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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St George Area Chamber of Commerce
97 E St George Blvd, St George, UT 84770
Phone: 435-628-1658