March 2006 - Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce

Canyon Lake
Chamber of Commerce
Newsletter
March 2006
www.canyonlakechamber.com
Our Business is Making Your Business Better
2006
EXECUTIVE BOARD
PRESIDENT
Dwain Blaschke
Attorney-at-Law
1st VICE
PRESIDENT
Jeanne Slupik
Jeanne’s Dressing Room
BOARD
President’s
Message
I have known for a while that excitement comes in at least two
categories. There is the first little league home run, drivers license and
date. Then there is your stalled car on the railroad tracks with a train
coming. The latter maybe exciting, but it is an experience we would
rather forego.
2nd VICE
When Jaynellen, our Executive Director, first told me she had
PRESIDENT
an
opportunity,
which she felt she had to consider, I assured her she
Pete Proctor
should
do
what
was
best for her. I felt, that although I didn’t need the
Anchor’s Landing Family
Restaurant
distraction of choosing another Executive Director, it had all happened
to me before and I had survived. After all, as the head of my section at
3rd VICE
two different law firms, I had seen lawyers come and go and with
PRESIDENT
some extra effort, everything was fine.
Lou Eilers
This developed in a way I had not anticipated. First, there was
Associate Member
the
not
unexpected
call from The Times Guardian. I graciously broke
Mr. BBQ
my vow to never co-operate with seeing my name in the paper. I
should explain that the press has always been very kind to me personSECRETARY
ally, but I do recall what was written about the other side of several
Kay McDonald
cases. Ah, but for the grace of God... Then came the inevitable e-mails.
Ameripoint Title
For reasons I do not know this was a surprise. Directors had questions.
ASST SECRETARY
I owed an explanation, so I gave, via e-mail my responses. These were
Robert Maxwell Case
as vague as a Washington D.C. politician’s explanation of the new
Entertainer
Medicare rules. I rationally thought everyone could wait until the next
meeting in two and a half weeks for any details that might enlighten
TREASURER
them. And, there wasn’t really much to tell. But, the directors were
Lynn Tiller
Certified Public Accountant anxious for details, as anxious as a pre-teen waiting on the next Harry
Potter installment.
I could handle this. Then, one of Jaynellen’s biggest fans called. He
ASST TREASURER
Jim Steadman
was concerned about her leaving. His friends had concerns about her
Jet Tax Service
leaving. Unfortunately, this caller spoke for the office volunteers. This
was now going down hill fast. The directors are very important to the
PAST PRESIDENT
organization, but the volunteers keep the office open, the day-to-day
Laurie Whitmire
operations humming and represented probably the most capable LakFirst State Bank
ers. They were all retirees. Worse, they knew things. Lots of things.
Things vital to the business of promoting Canyon Lake. Other stuff
too.
Continued page 2
OF DIRECTORS
Eileen Campbell
Lodge at Turkey Cove
Kim Morris
Associate
Kristi Drugg
CRRC Recreation
Program
Director
John Guenzel
Rio Raft & Resort
Linda Epley
Canyon Bend
Self Storage
Dianne Thomas
Prudential Classic Realty
BJ Thomas
Mickey Ferrell Realtors
Pam Welch
John D. Welch & Assoc
Tameria Scott
Associate
Valerie Schroller
Alternative Pest
Control
STAFF
Jaynellen Ladd
Executive Director
Bonnie Hopper
Assistant
Administrator
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
I now was on the cusp of a potential crisis. Some one needed to bring order out of what seemed to be, at this
point, mild chaos. Except to me. I thought I heard the train. I could see myself in my car on the tracks. Where were all
the leaders when you needed one? Jan Kennedy would know what to do. So would Danny Scheel or Bob Holder.
I decided to invite the retiree and volunteer coordinator, Bill Rilat, for a visit. Stumbling in the dark, I had
grabbed hold of a smart idea. We had a wonderful visit in spite of Bill’s Aggie hood. He said that the volunteers really
liked Jaynellen and were sad to see her go. So sad, that one or more might go too. Unlike the lawyer from Austin, I had
never been shot. But, I knew it must feel bad, like I did.
Life goes on and I drove my wife to the New Braunfels Art League where she had to do something. By the way,
beware, because from her description of these ladies, they are as capable as our retirees and therefore just as potentially
dangerous. Of course, they are almost all retirees too. Sitting in my car, waiting on my wife, I had a brilliant idea. We
would have a meeting and vote not to accept Jaynellen’s resignation. Then she would have to stay.
This is how I saved the chamber. Actually, the point is that The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce has over
450 members, twenty directors, and many volunteers, but a core of ten that do much of the day-to-day business. The job
of Executive Director is not easy. The Executive Director must interact on an ongoing basis with at least thirty directors
and volunteers, with County, WORD and other governmental groups, other Chambers, the press and more and more.
But you get the picture. This is not a small organization. It takes a lot of work to accomplish what we do each day,
month and year.
If the Chamber is to improve and be of better service to its members, more hours are needed from the members.
And it is the business of the members to make sure that we are moving forward. Please join us for our annual Bar-B-Que
cook-off at April 29, 2006. Volunteers are needed. Call 964-2223 and we will be happy to find just the right job for you.
This past month has renewed my belief that I live in the best place with the best and most talented people. You
truly care about the businesses of our area and this wonderful community. I thank all of you and will see you at the
cook-off.
Dwain W. Blaschke, President
IMPORTANT—LAKE LEVEL
In regards to the issue of the Lake Levels: Our concern is giving correct information on the lake level. If the level is misstated
especially by a number of feet, this will have a major effect on businesses! If word gets out the lake is down a significant number of
feet, people will start to go elsewhere and not come to Canyon Lake. We need to make sure the information being given out is
the accurate lake level. Please go to canyonlakechamber.com and click on Canyon Lake Level & Guadalupe River Flow Link on
home page. This link is directly linked to W.O.R.D which is then directly linked to U.S. Corp. of Engineers website.
FIREWORKS ARE COMING, FIREWORKS ARE COMING,
FIREWORKS ARE COMING TO CANYON LAKE
Randolph AFB Recreation Center here at Canyon Lake will again host
“Fireworks Over Canyon Lake”
on Saturday, July 1, 2006 at 10:00 p.m.
Over 3,000 of us have enjoyed the display in the past as we can stay here instead of going to New Braunfels.
The chamber would like to encourage all of Canyon Lake businesses and families to participate in this fabulous event by donating monies to help defray the cost that Randolph must pay for this expensive show
(approximately $20,000). In the past they have gotten approximately $2000 from the community and the
community goal this year is $5,000. The chamber feels the community can do much better to ‘pull its fair
share’ to keep this event continuing for years to come. Won’t you please donate to this event. You can come
by the Chamber and drop off your donation. At the mixers we’ll have a ‘donation jar’ identified for this
worthwhile event for you to drop in your contribution.
Any help the community can do to help will be greatly appreciated.
The Canyon Lake
Chamber of Commerce
MARCH 26, 2006
NOON - 5PM
Hill Country
Business Expo
CRRC
Located below
Canyon Dam on the South
Access Road at Mabel
Jones Drive.
For more info call
830-964-2223
Ya’ll come on out and see what Hill Country businesses
have to offer!
Presented with the “Canyon Lake Friendly” style that
residents and visitors have come to expect is the 2006
Hill Country Business Expo Trade Show. Bring the family and spend a Sunday afternoon visiting with vendors
representing Comal County and surrounding area
FREE
EXPO HIGHLIGHTS
Lunch Available
Door Prizes
Entertainment
Vendor Booths
BUSINESS NAME
3934 FM 2673
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
“Our business is
Phone: 830-964-2223
[email protected]
Phone: 555-555-5555
Fax: 555-555-5555
E-mail: [email protected]
making your business better!”
Canyon Lake has just what the Winter Texans want
~ Sunny and Warm ~
Both in the Weather and in their Hearts.
Almost 200 people attended the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce Winter Texan Reception on
Thursday Feb. 9,2006. Canyon Lake businesses are more than happy to see Winter Texans come to
our area each year. This is a slow time of year for some area businesses and the influx of visitors
is a boost to the local economy. The Winter Texan Reception is our way of thanking our Winter
friends for staying at Canyon Lake and becoming a part of our community. Winter Visitors from as
far away as Alaska, Canada, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming
were in attendance. Many have been coming to Canyon Lake for over five years, and each year we
meet a few new folks who are spending their first Winter in our area. Everyone enjoyed delicious
foods provided by our local area restaurants, caterers, businesses ,and individuals of the community. Jaynellen Ladd handed out many door prizes donated by area businesses to the lucky ticket
holders. This year's event was held at CRRC. This location provided the space needed to accommodate all our visitors and gave them a chance to learn about programs offered at the center. Members of the Silver Sneakers II class performed some of their exercises for us with instructor
Kristi Drugg, who makes exercising lots of fun . Live entertainment was provided by Jazz and Diamonds. Canyon Lake's own Gayle Hill and his lovely wife Kathy entertained us with their music
and vocals. We are looking forward to seeing all our Winter Texan friends again next year.
I would like to say a special thank you to Linda Epley for all the work she did to make this event
happen. Also many thanks to Ola Armstrong for the time and energy she put into decorating the
hall, and to Betty Howie and her husband Lou for helping set up and staying to clean up,
along with Terry Cappetta.
Sincerely, Eileen Campbell (WTR Chairwomen)
Thank You
To these fine businesses and volunteers for helping make the
2006 WINTER TEXAN RECEPTION
COMMITTEE
Eileen Campbell, Linda Epley, Ola Armstrong (GVTC) & Jaynellen Ladd &
Lodging Association for the entertainment.
VOLUNTEERS, DONATIONS, FOOD & DOOR PRIZES
Dwain Blaschke, Eileen Campbell, John Guenzel, Val Schroller, Lou Eilers, Pete Proctor, Jim Steadman, Dianne Thomas,
Laurie Whitmire, Kay McDonald, Kristi Drugg, Pam Welch, Kim Morris, Papa Docks, Garden Gate Café, Italian Garden Café,
McDonalds, Dave’s Catering, Skull Creek BBQ, Big Country Pizza, Anchor’s Landing Family Restaurant, Gristmill, Roy’s Seafood
& Steak, Royal Cheesecake of Texas, Ed’s Old Windmill, Sweeties, Encore Catering, Biscuit Hill B&B, Canyon Lake Cabins & Cottages, Canyon Bend Self Storage, VJ’s Fitness, Rio Raft, Helen’s Variety, Rockin M & J Ranch, Texas Master Naturalist, Lakeside
Realty, Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country, Betty & Lou Howie, Betty Story, John Biggs, Bill Rilat, Roy Danford,
Gloria Wildberger, Dorothy Hyde, Elouise Lewis, Dorothy Satcher and Terry Cappetta.
Canyon Lake has just what the Winter Texans want
~ Sunny and Warm ~
Both in the Weather and in their Hearts.
TEAM RANDOLPH QUARTERLY AWARDS PROGRAM WINNERS
SPONSORED BY CANYON LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Honor Guard NCO of the Quarter Biography
Staff Sergeant Christopher B. Hill
Name/Organization: Staff Sergeant Christopher B. Hill/ Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service – Information Systems Division
Duty Title: Communications Computer Systems Programmer
Honor Guard Flight: A
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Assignment Background: Sergeant Hill entered the Air Force May
18, 2000 as a Computer Programmer. He was assigned to Keesler Air
Force Base, Mississippi from July 2000 to September 2000 for technical training. Sergeant Hill was then stationed at Scott AFB, Illinois
where he was assigned to the Air Mobility Command Communications Group as a Web Developer/Database Administrator for the AMC
Inspector General. The sergeant was later reassigned to the Systems
Development Branch at the Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service at Randolph AFB where he’s been since November 2004.
Honor Guard Duties/Responsibilities: Sergeant Hill performs
Color Guard duties and Military Funeral Honors across a large portion of Southeast Texas to include coverage from San Antonio north to
Bryan College Station and south to Houston/Galveston. He performs
color guards for Change of Command ceremonies, POW/MIA ceremonies, cordons, and lonely eagle ceremonies and flag presentations to
Air Force retirees. The sergeant also trains new Guardsmen on all
drill and ceremonies.
Honor Guard Junior Enlisted Member of the Quarter Biography
Airman 1st Class Donald Smith
Name/Organization: Airman 1st Class Donald M. Smith/ AETC CSS/
SCNT
Duty Title: Internet Services Technician
Honor Guard Flight: C
Hometown: Gallatin, Tennessee
Marital Status: Married to Lori Ann Hill on May 17, 2003. Their Assignment Background: Airman Smith entered the Air Force Oct.
first child, Christopher Roscoe Hill, was born August 26, 2005.
1, 2003 as a Computer Systems Control Apprentice. He was stationed
at Keesler Air Force Base, Texas from November 2003 to March 2004
Education: He has attained an Associate degree in Computer Sci- where he completed technical training. He was then assigned to
ence.
Randolph Air Force Base, Texas in April 2004. He is assigned to the Air
Education and Training Command Computer Systems Squadron and is
On/Off Base Involvement: Member of the Air Force Recruiting an internet services technician.
Service flag football team. Cooked and served food to the volunteers
of the 2005 Randolph AFB Air Show. He has worked with the Elf Honor Guard Duties/Responsibilities: Airman Smith Performs
Louis program for the last two years. Sergeant Hill is a regular blood Color Guard duties and Military Funeral Honors across a large portion
donor at the Southwest blood and tissue research center. He works of Southeast Texas to include coverage from San Antonio north to Bryan
with both State and Regional Civil Air Patrol Units on multiple occa- College Station and south to Houston/Galveston TX. He performs color
sions as a trainer and a competition judge.
guards for Change of Command ceremonies, POW/MIA ceremonies and
Flag presentations to Air Force retirees.
Awards/Significant Achievements:
Marital Status: Single
Air Force Good Conduct Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal for tour at Scott AFB
Education: Recently completed Career Development Course, and is
Honor Guard NCO of the Quarter for Quarter 2, 2004
actively pursuing Cisco certification for career development.
Hobbies: Working on his house, watching movies, spending time On/Off Base Involvement: Volunteers for various activities and funcwith family, and various sports.
tions in and around Randolph AFB.
(first award)
Hobbies: Watching movies, skating (or getting banged up) at on-base
skate-park, playing and listening to music, occasional camping and traveling, video games.
“Heartfelt thanks" to the 3rd quarter donators for our Honor Guard Winners:
Maricopa Ranch Resort, Italian Garden, Papa Docks, Heritage Museum
Serenity Day Spa & Salon, Canyon Lake Boat Club, Anchor’s Landing Family Restaurant,
UNI Specialties, Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union and Canyon Bend Self Storage
A VERY SPECIAL “THANKS” TO TAMERIA SCOTT, TEAM RANDOLPH LIASON.
CANYON LAKE GOLF CLUB HOST
“AFTER HOURS BUSINESS MIXER”
FEBRUARY 28TH, 2006
Welcome our new members by
Shopping Canyon Lake First!
Give a Canyon Lake Friendly welcome to
New Business & Associate Members!
Left to right-Associate -Tameria Scott
CLCC President-Dwain Blaschke
Mane Attractions - Joan McBride
Burns Gun Repair & Refinishing-Tipton Burns
Camp Coyote Flats– Candace Carr
Associate– Geary Wallace
Mountain Springs Ranch– Barry Denton
Onward Thru The Fog– Chris Nybro
CLCC Exec. Director– Jaynellen Ladd
TEAM RANDOLPH WINNERS
Honor Guard NCO of the Quarter Biography
Staff Sergeant Christopher B. Hill
Honor Guard Junior Enlisted Member of the Quarter Biography
Airman 1st Class Donald Smith
The UTSA Small Business Development Center offers integrated, low-cost training and
free counseling services to meet the needs of small business owners in San Antonio and
surrounding counties. The following training opportunities are being offered in March:
March 1 - "Small Business Real Estate Café" Deciding Factors to consider when purchasing real estate to further your business. Do I use a realtor?
What is involved in the planning process? Things to consider when choosing a contractor. Title insurance, is it really needed? These questions and
more are answered in this three hour session. 9:00 - 12:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $30.00
March 2 - "QuickBooks Pro Advanced" This unique course provides advanced concepts and offers an introduction to customizing QuickBooks Pro
for your business. Topics include: analyzing financial data, doing payroll with QuickBooks, estimating and progress invoicing, tracking time, and customizing forms /writing letters. 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 1.402 Fee: $ 90.00 (Includes the Intuit Student Manual)
March 3 - "Business Start-Up Essentials" This session will introduce the requirements for starting and operating a small business, including: choosing a name and legal structure, (sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation) the importance of a business plan, and resources available to you. 11:00 1:00 p.m. Small Business Resource Center, 1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 109 Fee: $20.00
March 6 - "SAMA Lean Manufacturing Certification Workshop Series" The last session in the SAMA series, this course summarizes all topics
included in earlier sessions. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown Campus, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $1,200 series/ SAMA members/$1,100 for 3 or more
March 7 - "How to Get Financial Backing" Learn about the options on Contract Financing from a Banker, CPA, and Surety representative's perspective. See how you can increase your company's financial capacity for successful and On-time contract completion. All businesses can take advantage of this seminar provided by a panel of experts on these issues. Lines Of Credit, Bonding are also discussed. 2:00p.m. – 5:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown Campus, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $15.00
March 7 - "Business Plan Basics" Designed for those planning to start a new business and for business owners who have never written a business
plan. The major components of a business plan will be discussed in detail and a case study will be used as an example. Learn why the business plan
is an important tool in determining market feasibility, projecting costs, developing strategies, and planning for contingencies, for long-range planning,
and when submitting a financial proposal. 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $30.00
March 8 - "Basic IRS Requirements" Whether you are a sole proprietor or a large corporation, being able to get accurate information on tax regulations and how they affect your business can save you headaches, and perhaps lots of money. This workshop will give you a basic overview of your tax
requirements as a small business owner. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $20.00
March 8 - "Club ED: Starting a Small Business/Introduction to the Business Plan" This program is designed to help the entrepreneur look at the
feasibility and basics of starting a business. What you need to get started with your business plan is also discussed. 9:30 – 1:00 p.m. 1121 Second
Street Kerrville, TX 78028 Fee: $20.00
March 9 - "IRS Employment Tax & Recordkeeping" This workshop is for small business owners who have employees or plan to hire new employees. Topics include recordkeeping, types of employees, independent contractors, employer-identification numbers, employment tax forms and the
Electronic Federal Tax Payment Systems (EFTPS). The session provides a model for good recordkeeping. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown,
501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $30.00
March 10 - "Marketing Your Small Business for Success" This workshop will assist small business owners in the marketing process. From planning and executing the concept, to pricing, promotion, distribution of ideas, goods, and services to meeting customers’ needs, this session has it all.
Topics include promotional tactics, the purpose and element of advertising, budget, and where you should focus your marketing efforts. 9:00 - 12:00
p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $50.00 (includes textbook)
March 14 - "Women Business Owners’ Roundtable" This is a unique networking experience for women business owners. The roundtable will
connect you with other resource partners, professionals and entrepreneurs. Join us for lunch and a great presentation.11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Offices of SBA, North Park Office Park, 17319 San Pedro, Bldg 2, Suite 200 FREE, Please pre-register and bring you brown-bag lunch!
March 14 - "Employment Law, Workers Compensation, OSHA" This seminar will provide information on laws and rules of the Workers Compensation Act; rights and responsibilities; medical, income and death benefit eligibility requirements; the claims process; return to work; the dispute resolution
process; and health, safety and prevention programs for current and potential employees. 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango,
Room 2.316 Fee: 15.00
March 17 - "Basics of International Trade" A first step for companies interested in importing and exporting. This basic workshop provides an overview of the essential elements necessary to enter international markets. Topics include why you would want to become a part of International Trade,
assessing your company’s capabilities, identifying global opportunities, market entry strategies, etc. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W.
Durango, Room 3.326 FREE (Please pre-register)
March 21 - "Business Start-Up Essentials" This session will introduce the requirements for starting and operating a small business, including choosing a name and legal structure, (sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation) the importance of a business plan, and resources that are available to
you. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. UTSA – Downtown Campus, 501 West Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $20.00
March 22 - "Business Plan Basics" Designed for those planning to start a new business and for business owners who have never written a business
plan. The major components of a business plan will be discussed in detail and a case study will be used as an example. Learn why the business plan
is an important tool in determining market feasibility, projecting costs, developing strategies, and planning for contingencies, for long-range planning,
and when submitting a financial proposal. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $30.00
March 23 - "Business Plan Financials" Provides further detail on market research and the financial portion of the business plan. This session covers
researching and analyzing the target market, developing financial projections and the loan process. 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 1.402 Fee: $30.00
March 24 - "Keeping the Books" This session focuses on bookkeeping basics and financial statements. Basic recordkeeping and tax reporting are
the final segments in this session. This session is essential for home-based and start-up businesses. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
UTSA Downtown, 501 W. Durango, Room 2.316 Fee: $50 (Includes text)
For information or to register for these classes please contact the UTSA SBDC at (210) 458-2460 or visit our website at www.iedtexas.org/sasbdc.
The UTSA Small Business Development Center is partially funded by the U. S. Small Business Administration. The SBDC is a part of the
UTSA Institute for Economic Development. All SBDC Programs are nondiscriminatory and open to the public.
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
FEBRUARY NEW MEMBERS & RENEWALS
BUSINESSES
HITES CHIROPRACTIC
BRANDON GRIMM, D.C.
1742 FM 2673, Suite 2
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
830-907-3811
Fax:830-907-3812
BRITE RITE CARPET
CLEANING & RESTORATION
FRANK SCOTTINO
P.O. Box 2314
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
830-899-5593
Fax: 830-899-5595
www.briteritecarpetcleaningcom
JUAN HENRY’S RESTAURANT AND CLUB
DAVID LEWIS
500 River Road
Wimberley,TX 78676
512-847-1320
[email protected]
www.juanhenrys.com
CAMP COYOTE FLATS
CANDACE CARR
201 Oak Street
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
830-660-5359
[email protected]
RENEWALS
New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
Blue Star Air Conditioning
Dr. Fred Wilson
American Allied Nuclear, Inc.
DISCOVERY MAP/TEXAS
TOURIST GUIDES, INC.
MICHELLE DEERE
117 North Winecup Trail
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Michelle.deere@discoverymap.
com
www.discoverymap.com
HILL COUNTRY
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN
SANDI ROOT
30510 Beck Road
Bulverde, Texas 78163
830-980-7776
[email protected]
Prudential Classic Realty/Dianne
Thomas
Super S Foods
Brooke Insurance & Financial Services
Canyon Lake Cottages
Neumeyer Furniture Restoration
Murphy’s Mobile Concrete
Canyon Bend Self Storage
Roy’s Seafood & Steak
Canyon Land Company
Canyon Lake Art Guild
McGinnis & Berger, LLP
Dick’s Decks/Construction
New Braunfels Title Company
Valmark Chevrolet
Rancho del Lago
Belinda Frisk
Debra Crow
Bill & Joyleen Dodson
Carlton & Tootie McComb
Bob & Mary Fortenbach
Mal & Carolyn Hierholzer
Albert C. Herbrich
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
“Business After Hours”
Membership Mixers
Let’s meet, make new contacts
and exchange ideas with other
members of our
business community!
January 21
February 28
March 28
April 25
May 23
June 27
July 25
August 22
September 26
October 24
November 28
2006 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MIXER HOSTS
4th Tuesday of the Month
6:00-8:00 pm
Schedule of 2006
No Mixer, Annual Awards Banquet, Outback Hall
Canyon Lake Golf Club
Canyon Lake Marina/ Papa Docks Restaurant
China King/VJ’s Fitness/Allstate/Piano Bayou
RAFB Recreation Area
Hideout on the Horseshoe
Mystic Shores at Canyon Lake
Guadalupe Valley Telecommunications Cooperative—GVTC
Ace Hardware
Canyon Lake Airport/Enclave
Super S Stores
The Chamber plans to have the Serve & Protect this year and will have the date soon.
The Canyon Lake Chamber After Hours Monthly Mixer is a great place for networking!
On an average, about 100 people attend with new faces each month. This event is open to the public
and we encourage members to attend and get involved in your Chamber of Commerce.
We are now offering the “New Member Highlight Display”,
the “50/50 Drawing” and a
“Free 90 Banner Ad” on the chamber website.
Member Highlight Display
Interested in promoting your business:
The “Member Highlight Display” table can be rented for
$10 to promote your business even more.
Call now and get on the list!
Another way your chamber is working for you!
Business Drawing Revisited
If you haven’t been to a mixer lately, you might want to
consider joining us.
Bring a business card to put in the Business Drawing.
“You must be present to win!”
The Winner gets a 90 Day Banner Ad
on the Chamber Website!
Fishing Information/Rules & Regulations
Stocking the River
Texas Parks & Wildlife
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/
Guadalupe River Chapter of Trout Unlimited
http://www.grtu.org/
Fishing Report for Canyon Lake
www.canyonlakefishing.com
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
“THANK YOU”
for your
continuing
support!
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Tutoring, Websites, Virus, Spyware removal,
Networking
Wired/Wireless
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www.garyposs.com
830-708-9866
The Pharmacist
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Custom built PC’s
Virus, Spyware removal,
Hardware & Software
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830-964-3181
SERVING CANYON LAKE AREA
And Surrounding Counties ~ At your Home or
Office
Hitching Post Enterprises
2673 at River Road
Sattler, Texas
Harbans Soni
Exclusive Agent
Softener Salt • Deer corn • Bird Seed
Lawn & Garden • Feed • Pet Supplies
Chain Sharpening • Small Engine Repair
964-3010
964-3146 Eve.
Phone 830.964.5004
Phone 830.964.5024
Fax
830.964.5042
Ernest & Sunday
Pavlock
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
New Member Chamber Bag, formerly the Blue Canvas Bag…..we printed a
few to present to our New Members at last night’s mixer. They look marvelous! The good news is we have plans to print 470 more! This gives you all
(up to 25) yet another creative way to advertise your business. For $50 you
can be a sponsor, and have your business ad placed on the back of the bag
along with 24 other lucky businesses (first come, first serve!). We have 13
spots left! We will continue, for the rest of the year, to present these bags to
New Members. We need your help to stuff them with goodies, like coupons,
free stuff, information, gift certificates, etc. from our area businesses. We
would like to have a year's supply on hand - about 100 of each item - as we
are averaging ten new members per month! Contact us for details!
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email [email protected] or call 830-964-2223
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
Open 7 days a week
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Is your information correct?
All you can eat catfish on
Friday & Saturday Nights
Great steaks, hamburgers
Do you have a new website or a address
change?
North side of Canyon Lake
Check for accuracy on the chamber website
to make sure all your information is correct. If
you have a change of information please go
to:
www.edsoldwindmill.com
http://www.canyonlakechamber.com/About%20Us/up
date_directory_listing.htm
& custom catering
150 Regal Drive
830-935-2980
Live Homework Help at the Library. Now students can connect with a live tutor on the internet in real time
to get expert help with homework. This free service is made available by Tye Preston Memorial Library and it
can be accessed any day of the week from the library or at home from 4 - 11 p.m. Students log on by selecting the link on the Library website (www.tyeprestonlib.org) enter their grade and the subject desired and they
are connected to a tutor. For more information contact Roxanna Deane at (830)964-3744.
The theme for the "Lunch and Learn" series for March is "Local Fun and Recreation". Each program
will be in the library meeting room Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. Coffee and tea are provided.
Bring your lunch and munch while you learn.
• Wednesday, March 8: Steve Magnelia, a fisheries biologist with the Texas Parks and Wildlife, will discuss
fishing the local lakes and rivers. The discussion will include data regarding fishing tactics, types of fish, licenses required, and fishing regulations.
• Wednesday, March 22: Robin Kunkel, manager of the New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Department
will discuss recreational parks and activities available in our area.
• Wednesday, March 29: Brad New man, kayak enthusiast and dealer, will provide information about types
of kayaks and the basics for their safe use.
"I Heard It @ the Library" evening workshops for March will feature "Good Health". This is part of our
new evening programming in the library meeting room from 6-7 p.m. Coffee and Tea will be provided.
• Tuesday, March 14: Linda Oliver, Wellness Coordinator, will discuss good health and wellness.
• Tuesday, March 28: Villa Jean "VJ" Tiller, owner of VJ's Fitness Express, will discuss the connection between diet and fitness and will dispel some myths about exercise.
[email protected]
www.tyeprestonlib.org
“E.D.’s (Jaynellen Ladd’s) Business Adventure”
will feature a few businesses each month as we strive to achieve
“Our Business Is Making Your Business Better.”
Owners:
Mark & Jennifer Robinson with son Brandon.
“Canyon Lake’s Most Established
Waterfront Lodge”
537 Skyline Drive
RESERVATIONS
830-9643693
[email protected]
www.holidaylodgetexas.com
If river rafting or tubing is preferred to lake activity,
the Lodge is just minutes from the Guadalupe River.
Families & groups welcome.
Ample parking for both vehicle & boat.
Each room is equipped with AC, cable television,
bath/shower, a kitchenette complete with sink,
coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave
and/ or stove top.
Rates available for single night, week or month.
All holiday weekends require a
three (3) night minimum reservation.
“E.D.’s (Jaynellen Ladd’s) Business Adventure”
will feature a few businesses each month as we strive to achieve
“Our Business Is Making Your Business Better.”
Canyon Bend Self Storage
188 Canyon Bend
Startzville at Canyon Lake
Owners: Clint & Linda Epley
830-964-2461
[email protected]
The storage area is fenced and has a locked front gate.
Access to the area is by combination and is available 24
hours a day.
The units are unclimatized have roll up doors
and concrete floors.
There are dusk to dawn lights on the buildings and at
the gate.
The facility is not manned but an office is available
at unit 30 for payment drop-off.
RV & Mini Storage
5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 11x20, 11x25 and
11x30. Prices range from $20-$90 per
month. 6 Months paid in advance will
receive 7th month free.
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
A special “Thanks” to those of you that
support your Chamber of Commerce!
PERDENALES ELECTRIC COOP.
$500 DONATION
OLA ARMSTRONG (GVTC)
Winter Texan Reception Decorations and
Donation of Silk Plants for the Chamber of Commerce.
Roy Danford for helping
decorate the chamber for
Christmas.
Betty Howie for cleaning
the chamber silk plants.
Chamber office volunteers!
Thanks to the many volunteers that help answer phones, help tourists find
their way around Canyon Lake & Guadalupe River,
data entry on the Chamber website and much more!
Bill Rilat, Jim Feibelman, Roy Danford,
Lou Eilers, Elouise Lewis, Betty Howie,
John Biggs, Conne Zidek, Linda Epley,
Beverly Stroman, Henry Steinhagen, FeFe Emory,
Terri Cappetta and Debbie Crow!
Newsletter Crew
Neva & Mud Bosco, Mike & Syliva Burns,
Gloria & Fritz Wildberger
Times Guardian Chamber Chat Monthly Column
Kim Morris
MEMORIAL
Farrel Beck (Associate Member)
Past away on Saturday, February 25th
Our sympathy goes out to Barbara, his wife.
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
Canyon Lake Monthly Meeting Schedule
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
FIRST
SECOND
FOURTH
Pilot Club
Cancer Support Group
Association of Retired
TPML Meeting Room
Teachers & School
10:30am
TPML, 899-7311
3-4 pm, 899-2201
Personnel
Democratic Women
12 Noon
Rio Raft Meeting Room
Luncheon Group Meet
9:30 a.m.
Call 830-980-7776 for details & activity info.
Donna Holmes 899-7225
TUESDAY
EVERY
FIRST
THIRD
Shuffle Board
Chapter 1103
Chamber of Commerce
6pm
Order of the
Eastern Star
Board Meeting
TPML
5:30 p.m.
Covered Dish
Info: 964-2223
6:30 p.m.
Precinct 4 Meeting
Meeting 7:30 pm,
w/Jan Kennady
899-2079
TPML
Masonic Lodge #1425
6:30pm
THURSDAY
THIRD
EVERY
Republican Women
Rotary Club
Anchor’s Landing Family
Restaurant
12:00 noon, 964-3336
10:00 a.m.
Canyon Lake Animal
Shelter Society
2170 Old Sattler Rd.
Startzville
6:30 p.m.
Information 905-PETS
LAST
W.O.R.D.
CRRC Activity Center
6:45 pm, 907-2300
VFW 8800
Canyon Lake/Bulverde
899-7774
Fertile Material
Writing Circle
10:30am-12:30pm
Chicki’s Coffee Shop
Milli 830-832-1355
SECOND
Canyon Lake Art Guild
GVTC Auditorium
WEDNESDAY
CRRC Activity Center
EVERY
THURSDAY
Lunch & Social-12:00 noon
Bus. Meet & Demo
1 p.m.
FIRST & THIRD
Info: 830-885-7476
Noon Lions Club
Canyon Lake Golf Club
12:00 p.m.
FIRST
Canyon Lake Masons
Masonic Lodge #1425
187 Madrone, Startzville
Info: 935-3054
Canyon Lake Lodging Association
6:00pm, 964-3693
Except May-Sep
Hill Country Heritage
THIRD
Museum Assoc.
Friends of the Library
TPML 10am
TPML Meeting Room
2:00 pm, 899-7785
FOURTH
Xena 899-4972
PLACE YOUR
ORGANIZATION
MEETING HERE!
CALL
964-2223
OUR BUSINESS IS MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER
March
2006
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
1
5
6
7
8
Canyon Lake Art
Guild
Monthly Mtg.
GVTC Auditorium
12 Noon
“Anybody Can Be
an Artist Painting
Ceramics”
Open to the public
12
9-4pm
MARKET AT THE
LAKE
Hancock
10:30-12:00
GOSPEL
BRUNCH
Gruene Hall
13
14
15
Thu
2
3
Radio Show
“Looking at
the Lake”
KGNB
1420 AM
1pm
9:30, 11am & 7pm
20
21
10-5pm
OLD GRUENE
MARKET DAYS
Community News
due for the April
Chamber of Commerce Newsletter!
5:30
TPML
Chamber Board
Mtg.
Radio Show
“Looking at
the Lake”
KGNB
1420 AM
1pm
26
27
28
29
BUSINESS AFTER
HOURS CHAMBER
MIXER
Canyon Lake Marina & Papa Docks
Restaurant
(upstairs)
6-8pm
30
12-5pm
HILL COUNTRY
EXPO & TRADE
SHOW
CRRC Rec. Ctr
Below Canyon
Dam
22
23
19
Radio Show
“Looking at
the Lake”
KGNB
1420 AM
1pm
4
FISH FRY
STARTZ VFW 8800
Rob Becker’s
“DEFENDING THE
CAVEMAN”
Canyon Lake Rotary
Club
5:30pm
10
11
9am
HUNGER C.R.O.P.
WALK
Canyon Dam
Radio Show
“Looking at
the Lake”
KGNB
1420 AM
1pm
16
Sat
MISSOULA
CHILDREN’S
THEATRE
The Brauntex
Theatre
9
Radio Show
“Looking at
the Lake”
KGNB
1420 AM
1pm
Canyon Lake Art
Guild
Paint Day Monday
Garden Gate
Restaurant
11am-3pm
964-4052
Fri
9-5pm
MARKET AT THE
LAKE
Hancock
Happy St. Patrick’s
Day
March 18th
7pm
St. Patty’s
Dance
Startz VFW
8800
24
31
18
10-5pm
OLD GRUENE
MARKET DAYS
7:30pm
VANAVER
CARAVAN’S
PASTURES OF
PLENTY
The Brauntex
25
APRIL 1ST
1ST ANNUAL
RIO GUADALUPE MUSIC
FEST
1-9PM
MARCH 2006
3934 FM 2673
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
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U.S. POSTAGE
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Rentals of
Portable Billboards
452 Members of the Chamber
VISITOR CENTER STATS
DEC & JAN 2006
VISITOR CENTER STATS/FEB 06
437 Phone Calls/636 Brochures/531 Visitors
Visitors were from:
Texas, Puerto Rico, California, Missouri, Florida,
Iowa, Massachusetts, Colorado,
Georgia, Wisconsin, Washington, Illinois,
Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, South Dakota,
Oklahoma, New Mexico, Maryland,
Michigan, Nevada, Tennessee, Arizona,
Ohio, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Canada,
Germany, Hawaii & New York.
Total Internet Visitors:
February, 06 - 952 Hits per Day
Big Black Signs
with Large Bright Letters
Sensational Sign Co.
James & Carmen Whetstone
830-606-3857 Office
210-573-0951 Fax