CHAMBER LUNCHEON

This week's luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 The luncheon will be held at the The Courtyard by Marriott from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. Lunch is served promptly at 11:45. Please arrive early to be seated by 12:00 noon. The luncheon cost is $13.00 per plate. The public is invited. The luncheon speaker this week is V. Lowry Snow of Snow Jensen & Reece and Chairman of the Washington County Economic Development Council. For more information, contact Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3.

The Luncheon Sponsor this week is Host Business Services Time is a precious commodity. Everyone wants and needs more of it. HOST Business Services provides its clients with exactly more time time to focus on what you do best! HOST was founded and designed with the purpose of supporting small businesses. To provide owners and operators with more time to focus on growing their businesses and less time dealing with the non-revenue generating tasks. Automation, technology, and on-demand staff have been combined in such a way that HOST can provide efficiencies in your business that no one else can provide in one location or from a single source. You are in business for yourself, but now there is no reason to be in business by yourself. HOST Business Services can give you the leverage you need in today economy to survive and grow. There is a better way to run your business Let HOST Business Services show you how.

CHAMBER BRIEFS

Get Member to Member Discounts with the Chamber Buzz!!! Looking for a way to save? The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce is now offering a new Chamber Buzz Texting Program that will SAVE you $$$! Get special rates and specials only available through the Chamber Buzz Program!!! For more information, or to register, email Karyn Keanaaina, Publication Coordinator, at karyn@stgeorgechamber.com or call 435-628-1560 ext. 4.

The 16th Annual Business Expo is Right Around the Corner! Call NOW to be a part of the 16th Annual St. George Area Chamber of Commerce Business Expo! This year's Expo focuses on putting 'Dixie First' by highlighting local businesses and their products! If timing is everything, then the 2009 Business Expo has never been more perfectly timed to assist you in taking advantage of an economic trend. This Expo will be held on June 10th and 11th, and will be attended by 3,000 to 5,000 consumers. Expect the same high quality business-to-business attendees, plus an increased number of general public retail customers! Timing is Everything! Invest in the 2009 Business Expo and register TODAY! Call Susi at 435-628-1650 ext. 3 for more information, or to register,...more Click Here

Next Publish Date for the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce eNewsletter: Tuesday, May 26th, 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, May 15th, 2009 by 12:00 noon. Submissions will not be published in the May 19th newsletter if received late. All submissions will be printed as is. Submissions should be written from a 'third person' point of view. Please email all information to Karyn Keanaaina at karyn@stgeorgechamber.com.-

BUSINESS BRIEFS

WIN the 'Grand Prize' from PC Innovation Computers at This Year's Business Expo! PC Innovation Computers, Southern Utah Largest and most trusted sales and services provider, is giving away a FREE Deluxe Computer System at the 2009 "Dixie First" St George Business Expo Grand Prize Giveaway. This computer will be given away FREE at the 2009 "Dixie First" St George Business Expo. Stop by PC Innovation Computers today to see this amazing giveaway at 809 South Bluff Street. For more information on how you can WIN, call PC Innovation at 435-656-1975 or...more

Windermere Real Estate Southland Releases April Market Analysis The May '09 edition of the Windermere Report is now available. This report is a monthly publication of the Southern Utah offices of Windermere Real Estate containing news and analysis of the greater St. George housing market. Learn more about Consequences of foreclosure, The Utah $6,000 Home Buyer Grant, Market Trends in April, and much more! To view the full report, Click Here

ilan woman Receives the 2009 Utah Best of State Award for Arts & Entertainment: Publication This award honors ilan's publication intertwined with their events, humanitarian awareness, social media efforts, sponsorships, and connection with their advertisers that solidified ilan woman as the winner of this award. They would like to thank all of their supporters who have made their publication a success. For more information about ilan woman magazine...more Click Here

TOTALLY Transform Your Body What if You Could Totally Transform Your Body and Get Results Like The People You See on NBC's Biggest Loser? For the first time, YOU can become super fit & lose fat faster than ever! Learn the secrets to get super lean and look great with a friend. UFIT '12 Week Summer Sizzle' starts June 1, 2009 and NOW for a limited time, is available at a 2 for 1 price! This is the first time and the LAST time UFIT will offer such a crazy deal. Cost is $25 per session-- That only $12.50 each! SAVE $300! Expect firmer arms, legs, thighs, and buns, increased strength, energy, and stamina, faster metabolism to burn more fat at rest, and much more in 30 Days! For more information, call UFIT at 435-688-9123 or Click Here

Congratulations to NAI Utah. Ranked #1! The Enterprise, Utah business journal just published their March, 2009, Focus section. Among Utah Brokerages, NAI Utah ranked #1 in transaction volume (in large brokerages), #1 in transaction volume per broker, and the highest transaction value per deal in 2008. NAI Utah also ranked #1 as the largest third-party property manager, in the state for 2008. Congratulations to everyone for their hard work. For more information, Click Here

Mattress Gallery & More Relocates to Festival Plaza Mattress Gallery & More relocated to a new 2,450 SF location at Festival Plaza Building B, 969 N 3050 E Suite B5, in St. George, Utah. Mattress Gallery & More provides quality products and the best prices around. Mattress Gallery & More relocated to expand their showroom floor and better position themselves in the market. Wes Davis of NAI Utah Southern Region helped facilitate the transaction. For more information, Click Here

Congratulations to Matthew W. Starley on Passing the 2009 Utah State Bar Snow, Christensen & Martineau congratulates Matthew W. Starley on passing the 2009 Utah State Bar. Mr. Starley joined Snow, Christensen & Martineau in 2008 after practicing for nearly four years in Nevada. His practice areas include appeals, business litigation, construction, insurance (direct representation) and technology and intellectual property...more

Jones Waldo Law Firm Holds Election for Board of Directors, Adds Three Shareholders to the Firm Jones Waldo Holbrook & McDonough PC, one of Utah largest and oldest law firms, announces that three attorneys have been elected shareholder: Troy J. Aramburu, Brett Ekins and Jacob Redd. The firm is also pleased to announce the election of Lori Nelson to the firm board of directors. Jones Waldo is one of Utah oldest and largest law firms and was founded by Utah U.S. Senator Joseph L. Rawlins. Jones Waldo has a proud heritage of serving the business community and has extensive experience in many areas of law...more

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin Completes Customer Service Referral-Building Course Wanda Kubat-Nerdin, Real Estate Agent for Windermere Real Estate Southland has just returned from Ogden, UT where she completed a highly specialized course in customer service referral-based business conducted by the Council of Residential Specialists of the National Association of Realtors....more

GOLF... A SIMPLE PLEASURE at Town & County Bank At Town & Country Bank, wee interested in improving your golf swing. Here how we want to help. Simply drive to Town & Country Bank and open a Senior Checking Account. This will qualify for the 2009 Simple Please Golf Package drawing. The winner will receive a golf value of over $500.00 including: Pro golf instruction, a free round at SunRiver, a custom Town & Country Tour hat and a sleeve of golf balls. Open your Senior Checking Account and register to win Today! *No Purchase necessary to register. Drawing July 6, 2009. Visit the Town & Country Bank at 1464 S 1490 E, next to Summit Athletic Club, call 435-673-1150, or ...more Click Here

Windows XP is alive and well at PC Innovation Computers Windows XP is alive and well at PC Innovation Computers. Microsoft has released announcement that support for Windows XP will be available until 2014. Stop by today and get your new computer installed with Windows Vista or Windows XP. PC Innovation Computers is Southern Utah #1 choice for all your business and home computing needs. For more information, Click Here

Stephen Wade Automotive Group Car Appraisals Are you wondering what your vehicle is worth, now with the market going up and down? Or maybe you want to know the history of your car? Stephen Wade Automotive Group has an offer for you! Bring in your vehicle to the Stephen Wade Automotive Group. Theyl give you a free appraisal, run a complete vehicle history report through auto check by Experian, a $20 value, and if you want, theyl buy your car from you. This is a free service to you with no pressure and no obligation. Come to the Stephen Wade Automotive Group. Stephen wade Chevy/Cadillac, Stephen Wade Toyota, Stephen Wade Honda/Mazda and Stephen Wade Nissan in St. George. Click Here

Choose Zion's Way Home Health and Hospice for all Your Hospice Needs! Zion Way Home Health and Hospice coordinates a team of friendly, experienced professionals to provide you with individualized and customized care for your physical, emotional and spiritual needs. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, call 435- 688-0648 or 1-888-688-0648...more

SPECIAL EVENTS

Tuacahn New Outdoor Saturday Market Tuacahn Center for the Arts is already well known as a place for live music and professional theatre, and now the venue will host a weekly outdoor market featuring local artwork, crafts, food, entertainment, giveaways and more. The marketplace will open each Saturday May through November from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. :00 p.m. during the summer, June 13-Sept. 5). Admission and entertainment is free. Patrons will be able to stroll along the tree lined walkways near the water feature and browse the displays by local painters, artists, and crafters...more Click Here

St.George's Downtown Farmers Market Open Local farmers and artisans are now selling their wares every Saturday morning throughout the summer at Ancestor Square. The season will run from May 9th to October 31st. Located at Main St. and St.George Blvd., this quaint park is the ideal place for a relaxing shopping and socializing experience. Each Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon you can enjoy warm bakery goods and coffee while you shop for seasonal vegetables and fruits. Along with the produce, there are: homemade cheeses, breads, pies and herbs available. If you're looking for an unique gift for any special occasion, check out all the homemade crafts. This is a great place to bring your out of town guests to experience a bit of St.George. There is plenty of parking surrounding the square. So, stop on by, enjoy the park and support our local farmers and artists! Click Here

Red Mountain Spa Hosts Event to Support Animal Shelter in Ivins Red Mountain Spa announces their "Pound Puppy Gala" to be held on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 6:00 pm. Come and support them as they raise awareness of the Friends of Ivins Animal Shelter. This shelter supports the No Kill philosophy and strives to place all adoptable pets. Their shelter is the only No Kill municipal shelter in Southern Utah. Come to the Gala and enjoy entertainment provided by local artists, a barbeque-- complete with traditional and vegetarian fare, and a Live & Silent Auction. Tickets are $65.00 per person. For more information, call 435-673-1718 or Click Here

SEMINARS, EDUCATION, & WORKSHOPS

Realtors' Rockin' Retreat for Education The Washington Board of Realtors' Education Committee invites all realtors to the upcoming 2009 'Red Rock Retreat' to be held at the Dixie Convention Center on June 4th and 5th. This two-day event provides realtors an opportunity to meet all of the "CORE" course requirements of the Utah Division of Real Estate covering a two-year cycle...more

Goldenwest Credit Union Reverse Mortgage Seminar Goldenwest Credit Union is offering a FREE seminar THIS Wednesday, May 20, 2009. The seminar runs from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and is all about what you need to know about Reverse Mortgages. Goldenwest Credit Union is located at 1805 W Sunset Blvd. For more information, contact Chris at 435-656-7201 or Click Here

FREE New Media Informational Seminars Yellowbook is offering a FREE informational seminar that will provide an overview of smart local internet marketing strategies in times of recession. The seminar will be held on two different dates so you have the flexibility to attend the event that best fits your schedule. Bethanne Cass, Yellowbook New Media Regional Sales Manager, will be leading the discussion. Topics will include: Internet Marketing, Web Presence, Internet Yellow Pages, and much more! The first seminar will be held Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 from 8:30 am 10:30 am. A continental breakfast will be served between 8:30 and 9:00. The second seminar will be held on Thursday, June 18th, 2009 from 12:00 noon 2:00 pm, with lunch served between 12:00 noon and 12:30 pm. Both seminars will be held at the Stephen & Marcia Wade Alumni House, located at 684 E. 500 S. in St. George (Across from Hansen Stadium). RSVP Required. Respond by Monday, June 1st, 2009 to Brandon Bluhm via email at Brandon.Bluhm@Yel! lowbook.com or call him at 435-862-1573. For more information, Click Here

"QuickBooks Made Easy" Seminar Is Your Office Making Critical Mistakes in QuickBooks? Come join Affordable Business Solutions at their half-day QuickBooks Made Easy classes being held in May. It will be held next Friday, May 22nd from 9-1pm in Downtown St. George. Cost is $97 which includes all materials and refreshments. Must register as class size is limited. For more information, or to register, Click Here

FREE Safety Training! The Utah Safety Council has teamed up with the National Safety Council to provide this FREE course on July 8, 2009. Funding for Safety Management Systems for Small Business has been provided by a Susan B. Harwood grant. Enrollment is limited to organizations with less than 250 employees. Free registration is available to one individual per organization. Pre-registration is required. Register online at www.utahsafetycouncil.org, or by calling the Utah Safety Council offices at 801-478-7878, ext. 304 or toll free at 800-933-5943, ext. 304. For more information, Click Here

Register for DSC's 2009 Summer Semester Registration is currently underway for Dixie State College of Utah 2009 Summer Semester. The semester schedule consists of two five-week blocks, which begin May 18 and June 22 respectively, and an eight-week block that runs from June 1 through July 23. To register for summer courses, call 435-652-7701 or to log-on, Click Here

Managing Your Business In Turbulent Times Wells Fargo is excited to sponsor the BBI Financial Seminar "Managing Your Business In Turbulent Times" this June 11th and 12th. This seminar enables Wells Fargo to bring a nationally recognized expert on the subject of financial management and generational transitions for businesses to Southern Utah. The seminar will go beyond the current economic situation and delve into how to manage through these troubling times, gain a better understanding on why companies fail, while sourcing hidden cash with effective use of financial statements and financing your business during troubled economic times. Those that attend are eligible for 16 hours of CPA Continuing Education Credits and will have tangible tools that they can put to use immediately into their own business. The fee is tax deductible along with travel and other related expenses. Seats are limited to 40 which allows for individual participation and discussion of the subject matter. Breakfast will be provided and lun! ch will be fully catered. For questions contact Aaron at 435-674-8156, email him at aaron.ernest@wellsfargo.com or Click Here

Red Hills Wellness Center Calendar of Community Events for May 2009 Learn the basics of meditation, all about Insulin Resistance, Helping and Healing Fibromyalgia, How to Lose Weight with the HCG Diet, Live Blood Analysis & Bio-Nutritional Testing, CPR and much more at the Red Hills Wellness Center. This calendar is good for the month of May...more

Grant Writing Workshop in Hurricane June 25 & 26, 2009 Washington County Sheriff's Office and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Hurricane, June 25-26, 2009. Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies as well as nonprofits, K-12, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend...more Click Here

Voice Lessons FREE One-Hour Voice Lesson through May, 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 May 2009, receive a one-hour complimentary Voice Lesson with Gayle Louise. For more information, call 435-275-4258 or toll free at 888-500-3559 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. Crews will be paving Bluff Street Monday May 11th. Alternate local routes are advised. Crews will also be working in the Bluff Street area on a separate project to upgrade traffic signal functions. Single lane closures and additional congestion should be expected through May 22, 2009. At the Atkinville Interchange (I-15 Milepost 2) workers will continue landscaping. The adjacent rest area is being used for retaining wall construction. The east side of the interchange accessing the Southern Parkway remains closed to the public. On I-15; Washington To Cottonwood Creek, Milepost 10 to 19, paving will continue north of the Hurricane turn-off. Heavy machinery continues clearing ground for an auxiliary truck lane. This excavation may continue around the clock. Trench work for fiber optic cable continues east and parallel to the interstate. Smal! l crushing activity and material moving is ongoing. No delays expected during the daytime. Intermittent lane closures during the evening. For more information, call the Utah Department of Transportation at 435-893-4702 or Click Here

The Freedom Cup Charity Golf Tournament The First Annual Freedom Cup Charity Golf Tournament will be held at the Sand Hollow Resort on July 2, 2009. The inaugural event promises to be a special one indeed. The Core VIP is pleased to be part of such a wonderful event that will benefit the lives of our service men and women. There will be a myriad of prizes awarded in a raffle and there will also be prizes for a Closest to the Hole, Beat the Pro, and Longest Drive contests. The entry fee is $500 per four man team. Register early to be part of this wonderful event. There are select sponsorships available! All proceeds will go to returning veterans! Sand Hollow Resort is sponsoring this tournament. For more information, Click Here

Dixie Regional Medical Center's Annual Jubilee Cup The Foundation of Dixie Regional Medical Center and Jacobsen Construction 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

SWING for SUHBA Scholarships! Come join the excitement at the 7th Annual SUHBA Scholarship Golf Tournament on Friday, June 19th, at the Coral Canyon Golf Course. This is a fun event and a great way to network with other businesses. All the proceeds from the tournament go to the SUHBA scholarship fund, which helps students here in Washington County so youe playing for a very good cause! SUHBA will be giving away $20,000 in scholarships this year. They will also have a $10,000 Hole-In-One prize with other prizes including a Richard Petty Driving Experience, $500 Golf Pac Travel Gift Card, and a $500 Visa Gift Card. Call the SUHBA office for more information at 435-674-1400, or to download a registration form, Click Here

RIBBON CUTTINGS AND OPEN HOUSES

Veteran Benefits Workshop & Dedication Ceremony TONIGHT! Tonight, May 19th at 6:00 pm, the Southern Utah Chapter #961 of the Vietnam Veterans of America will be performing a ceremony to officially dedicate the new 50 foot flagpole at the BeeHive Cottages Community located at 2041 S. Mesa Palms Drive (off Tonaquint Dr.). The ceremony will also include the talented Rocky Mountain Revival Show quartet singing our national anthem. All Veterans, surviving spouses of veterans & seniors are invited to attend...more

Mountainlands Area Plan Room Invites You to their Ribbon Cutting and Open House The Mountainlands Area Plan Room plans to celebrate it's 6th Office 'Builders Exchange' in Utah on Thursday May 21, 2009 at their new Dixie office at 915 South Main St. George. The event will 'kick-off' with a Ribbon Cutting at 11:00 am followed by an Open House until 2:00 pm. Contact the plan room for details 435-688-2608 or visit their 'Press Release section at the website, ...more Click Here

Grease Monkey Ribbon Cutting Celebration! Grease Monkey invites all Chamber and Community Members to attend their Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 3:00 pm. Grease Monkey is now located at 763 North 3050 East in St. George (Costco Shopping Center). Mention the Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, May 26th, and receive discounted rates on services! To see these specials, or for more information, Click Here

CALL TO ACTION

Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are the heart of Zion Way Hospice. Hospice volunteers provide friendship, companionship and support to hospice patients and their families. Volunteers, after the appropriate certification and training, can also help the staff in the art of their complementary services such as music therapy, art therapy, massage therapy, pet therapy, aroma therapy and therapeutic touch. Volunteer opportunities are also available for non-patient related areas such as office work filing, computer input, assembling information packets, telephone support and reception work. If you are interested in becoming a Zion Way Hospice volunteer, contact Jim Dowd at 435-688-0648 or toll free 888-688-0648.