July - Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce

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Sound Downtown
Coffee Break
See who we surprised
last month!
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Beautiful Downtown
Lewiston's Summer Concert
Series
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Miracle Golf Tournament
Golf to benefit the children
of the Miracle Network
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Chamber Luncheon
Business After Hours
Wednesday, July 10 at Thursday, July 18 at Lewiston
Roundup Grounds
Red Lion Hotel
July 2013
A FOND FAREWELL
Lee Ann leaves us in
good hands
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CHAIRMAN’S
THOUGHTS
Enhance Your Business
page 3
WHAT'S HAPPENING
See the events coming
up this month
page 4
PRESIDENT’S VIEW
Reality Check
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DOWNLOAD OUR VENDOR
INFO PACKET!
The Ambassadors Committee is pleased to announce
that the LC Valley Community Showcase and Taste of
the Valley will be held at the NEW Clearwater River
Casino & Resort Event Center on Wednesday, October
2nd from 4pm-8pm. Free hors d’oeuvres and beer
will be provided and a no-host bar will be available.
Vendor set-up will be from 8am-3pm. Set-up will be
followed by a participant meet and greet networking
hour from 4pm-5pm. At 5pm the doors will be opened
to the public as you showcase your business to the LC
Valley!
NEW THIS YEAR
Booth registration includes five “brown bag”
information sessions providing valuable marketing,
networking, and booth display tips that will provide
your business with the tools to be more successful at
the LC Valley Community Showcase!
•July 30th – BOOTH SETUP TIPS/USING
presented by Costco & FASTSIGNS
•August 13th –
VISUAL AIDS,
MARKETING THE EVENT TO YOUR
CUSTOMERS, presented by LCCU
ALIVE AFTER FIVE
Join in on the fun!
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•August 27th – THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, presented by
Clearwater River Casino & Resort
NETWORKING TIPS, AND HOW TO
FOLLOW UP AFTER AN EVENT, presented by Wendie
•September 10th –
Kause, Kause Success Management
502 BRIDGE STREET
CLARKSTON, WASHINGTON 99403
[email protected]
•September 24th –
DEMONSTRATE,
EDUCATE, MOTIVATE, STIMULATE...
presented by Jenny Scott, Northwest
Leadership Strategies
An 8’ table and two chairs will be provided for each
vendor. Your table placement in the facility will be
based on your needs (i.e. electricity). We strive very
hard not to place like businesses next to/or across
from each other. Below is a list of items necessary
to support your display at the Community Showcase
2013:
•Any decorations, flyers, visual aids or anything that
will fit on/or behind your table to promote your
goods or services.
•Your own extension cord, surge protector, etc. that
might be needed if electricity is desired
•An optional door prize. Door prize drawings will
be at 7 o’clock. You will do your own drawing and
awarding of the prize.
Registration deadline is September 15, 2013. No
cancellation refunds will be issued after this date.
The Ambassador Committee of the Lewis Clark Valley
Chamber of Commerce is proud to sponsor this event.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
the Chamber of Commerce at 509.758.7712.
509.758.7712
509.751.8767 FAX
WWW.LCVALLEYCHAMBER.ORG
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It is with a joyous but also sad heart that I write this note
to all of you. As I was preparing to move to Pocatello,
I began looking back at my 10 years of being involved
with the Lewiston Chamber, the Clarkston Chamber,
and the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce.
As an Ambassador for both Lewiston and Clarkston,
I had the joy of participating in so many incredible
events and witnessed so many powerful and uplifting
moments here in our wonderful LC Valley, my lifelong
home. As a Board Member and Second Vice Chair
for Clarkston, I was on the front line during the long
overdue and successful merger between the two
chambers. And as the Marketing and Events Manager
for the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce, I
have been privileged to even further develop my
involvement in our community by facilitating all of the
fabulous events that you, as members, have helped us
design and see to conclusion.
All of that being said, it isn't the events or the committee
meetings I am going to miss, it is all of the admirable,
awe-inspiring people that I have met and had the
opportunity to work with. I have been so blessed to
get to know so many of you, and call many of you my
friends. Each and every one of you will be missed, but
I would be remiss to not point out a few very special
folks.Thank you to Curt and Madonna Johnson, and
the rest of the crew at Quality Inn, Diana Schuit at
Timber Creek Grill Buffet, and Kristin Kemak here
at the chamber, you all have taught me so many
valuable skills and lessons. Tina Davidson and Mary
Lee Frazier, thank you for all of your countless hours
helping with every event under the sun! To the Rockin'
on the River crew - there is no other way to say it, you
guys just ROCK! Thank you to David Carringer at
First Christian Church in Clarkston, and Ray Rosch at
Interlink, I consider both of you my spiritual leaders!
To the rest of the staff here at the chamber, Jill, Mary
Ann, Kristina, and Dave - thank you for all of your
help, and for putting up with me when things got a
little chaotic! To all of the rest of you that I have come
to know, I will think of you often and look forward to
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Sincerely,
Lee Ann Hancock
JULY 2013
LEWIS CLARK VALLEY CHAMBER CONNECTION
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chairman'sthoughts
Enhance Your Business
I hope that your June turned out to be fun and prosperous! Once again, we have had great turnouts at
all chamber events, which means new contacts, fellowship, and networking with other members. Our
strength truly comes from our fellow members.
As the first half of 2013 comes to a close, I would like to ask you how things are going this year for
you? Is your business the same as last year? Is it better? Is it worse? In our membership luncheon this
past month, the staff demonstrated ways to enhance and advertise our businesses that are virtually free
(included in your membership)! Are you taking advantage of this? These are things that we as business
owners and managers have to manage. The chamber staff is always willing to assist and put the wheels
in motion, but WE have to let them know which ones we would like to use. Please talk to them, utilize the
advertising request form, use those resources that are included in your membership! I know that you WILL
see the results in the efforts that you make to advertise in the many options that are available to you to grow
and strengthen your business!
TODD BLAMIRES
Chairman, Lewis Clark
Valley Chamber
ArtBeat
Enjoy the 4th of July celebrations around the valley, and have a wonderful July!
chinatrip
China Trip in October 2013
OCTOBER 28 - NOVEMBER 6, 2013
Join us as we spend nine memorable days exploring many ancient and modern
sites! For only $2199 you will enjoy round trip airfare, four and five star hotel
accommodations, English speaking tour guides, and three meals a day! The
deadline is July 17, make sure to save your place before then.
HIGHLIGHTS
Beijing, Tian An Men Square, Palace Museum aka. the Forbidden City, Summer
Palace, Great Wall, Ming Tombs, Lama Temple and the Temple of Heaven,
Lingering Garden, Tiger Hill, Hanshan Temple, National Embroidery Institute,
Lignyin Temple, Yu Garden.
To view our complete itinerary please click here!
JULY 2013
Join the Chamber
Mobile
Alerts Group
Text LCVC to 87940 to join the
Chamber’s Mobile Alerts Group.
Through mobile alerts, you will be
notified of upcoming Chamber events
straight to your phone! Only one text
message per week max.
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what'shappening
Waiving Loan Processing Fee of $495
Mon. July 1st—Wed. July 31st
Time: All Day
Location: Summit Funding 829 6th Street,
Clarkston, WA
509.751.2222| [email protected]
www.summitfunding.net
Back to School Connection Donation Days
Mon. July 1st—Wed. July 31
Time: 9AM – 5:30PM
Location: St. Vincent De Paul Stores: 609 3rd
Street, Clarkston & 3138 5th Street, Lewiston
509.758.7061 | [email protected]
Century Club Membership Campaign
All Month
Location: St. Joseph’s Regional Medical
Center’s Foundation
www.sjrmc.org
Adcope Atheletic Club Sumer Membership Deals
Mon. July 1st—Sept. 30th
Time: All Day
Location: Adcope Athletic Club
www.adcopeathleticclub.com
Coast Guard Auxiliary
Tues. July 2
Time: 6PM – 8PM
Location: Hells Canyon Boat Club Hwy. 129 and
Post Lane, Clarkston
Camp Erin
Fri. July 5th—Sun. July 7th
Location: Camp Wooten State Park,
Pomeroy, WA
www.willow-center.org
Dancing at Moose Lodge with Mike Bryant
Fri. July 12th—Sat. July 13th
Time: 7:30PM- 11:30PM
Location: Clarkston Moose Lodge
814 6th Street, Clarkston, WA
509.339.1488
Kick the Grass Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament
Sat. July 20th
Time: 8AM Registration,
9AM Tournament Start Time
Location: Arnold Park, Maple and Burns,
Clarkston, WA
JULY 2013
Extension Youth Activity Camp
Mon. July 22nd—Fri. July 26th
Time: 1PM- 5PM
Location: Parkway Elementary School,
1103 4th Street, Clarkston, WA
www.asotin.wsu.edu
Rockin' on the River
Sat. July 27th
Time: 5PM – 10:30PM
Location: Gateway Golf Center,
725 Port Way, Clarkston
www.rockinontheriver.org
LCCU’s Miracle Golf Tournament
Sat. July 27th
Time: 1PM – 7PM
Location: Lewiston Golf and Country Club,
3985 Country Club Drive, Lewiston, ID
www.lewisclarkcu.org
Ongoing Events
WSU Asotin County Master Gardener
Information Clinics
Saturdays through September 18th
Time: 8AM - 12PM
Location: Clarkston Farmer’s Market, Twin
River National Bank Parking Lot
www.asotin.wsu.edu
Lewis Clark State College
Workforce Training Courses
Contact Info:
Dan Faller
LCSC Workforce Training
www.lcsc.edu/wft
Two Step Dancing at Moose Lodge
Tues. July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th
Time: 6PM – 10PM
Location: Clarkston Moose Lodge 814 6th
Street, Clarkston, WA
509.339.1488
Karaoke Wednesdays at Moose Lodge
Wed. July 3rd , 10th , 17th , 24th , and 31st
Time: 7:30PM – 11:30PM
509.339.1488
Queen of Hearts Game at Moose Lodge
Fri. July 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
Time: 7PM – 9PM
509.339.1488
Veterans Appreciation Day at
Happy Day Restaurants
Thurs. July 11th and the 11th of every month
Time: 11AM – 3PM
Location: All Happy Day Restaurants
Lancer Lanes & Casino Comedy Knight
Tuesdays
Time: 8 PM
Lancer Lanes & Casino Wednesday Night Live
Wednesdays
Time: 8PM
Location: Lancer Lanes & Casino,
1250 Bridge St. Clarkston
509.758.4400
[email protected]
www.lancerlanesandcasino.com
Local comedy acts will be performing on
Tuesdays and local singers and musicians will
be featured on Wednesdays.
The Christian Cowboy Balladeers Cowboy Church
First Sunday of each month: 9 AM – 10:30 AM
Third Wednesday of each month: 6 – 7 PM
Location: Guardian Angel Barn
The Christian Cowboy Balladeers invite you!
Cowboy poetry and gospel music, come
enjoy fellowship the way it used to be and
enjoy award winning performers. Everyone is
welcome!
First Christian Church FREE Community Supper
Every Thursday
Time: 5:30 – 7 PM
Location: First Christian Church, Clarkston
First Christian Church hosts a FREE Community
Supper every Thursday. It is free and open to
everyone. The supper consists of bean soup
and bread or cornbread, and whatever the
cook or helpers care to also serve. Coffee,
milk, water, and juice are also provided. We
chose Thursday to do this as the other soup
kitchens and meal sites were not serving a
meal on Thursdays. This helps close that gap.
Idaho Department of Labor: Career Building
Workshops
Thursdays
Time: 10AM – 11:30AM
Location: Idaho Department of Labor, Lewiston
1st Thursday – Writing Resumès for Results
2nd Thursday – Stress Free Interviewing
3rd Thursday – Applications to Success
4th Thursday – Exploring Career Options
208.799.5000, ext. 3522
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coffeebreak
breakfastofchampions
Coffee Break
with Bryden Family Vision
Last month Bryden Family
Vision was recognized by
the Ambassadors for their
continued investment in the
Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of
Commerce.
“With over 57 years of
experience
providing
eye
examinations to the families of
the Lewis-Clark Valley, we look
forward to caring for the vision and eye related needs of you and your family.”
PRIMARY EYE CARE includes comprehensive and competent care that provides
the patient a first contact with eye care and includes lifetime of continued care.
It includes, but is not limited to, urgent and comprehensive eye evaluations
during which we screen for and treat eye diseases and conditions that may be
asymptomatic; provide refractive services and products to promote the best visual
function and reduce eye fatigue; recognize ocular manifestations of systemic
diseases and coordinate care with primary care physicians and specialists when
appropriate; counsel patients about their eye conditions, and educate patients
about maintaining healthy vision.
THANK YOU!
Breakfast of
Champions
We'd like to thank everyone who attended our first
Breakfast of Champions on May 29th. Thank you also
to our sponsor, CenturyLink. Tom Novotney, the Director
of Field Operations
for
CenturyLink
provided
relevant
and comprehensible
information
about
“the cloud” and using
cloud based software
programs.
Mr.
Novotney explained
that businesses can
benefit from “the
simplicity,
security,
flexibility,
and
affordability of using
the cloud for e-mail
Tom Novotney
& collaboration tools,
Director of Field Operations
security & backup
for CenturyLink
tools,
along
with
website presence &
marketing tools.” Business owners can also choose from
three levels of involvement based on their knowledge
of the cloud: “Do It Yourself,” “We Guide You,” or “We
Handle It.” Keep your eyes open for information about
our next Breakfast of Champions!
Bryden Family Vision also provides Ocular Emergency Services, Frame & Lens
Services, Contact Lenses, Ocular Disease, Pediatric Vision Care, Low Vision
Services, and Vision Therapy.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Carmine Petracca, OD
Jennifer Murray, OD
Brian Petracca, OD
939 Bryden Avenue, Lewiston
208.743.1761
www.brydenfamilyvision.com
A special thanks to Albertson’s for donating the donuts and Daily’s Bakery
for donating coffee!
THANK YOU ALSO TO THOSE THAT JOINED US FOR THE COFFEE BREAK
Beverly Simpson, Syringa Bank
Libby Fender, Wells Fargo
Kelly Grimoldby, Banner Bank
Jill Charpentier, Aflac
JULY 2013
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lunchexchange
JULY’S LUNCH EXCHANGE
& BIZ BUZZ SPONSORED BY:
Chamber LunchARE YOU
Exchange
&
Biz
Buzz!
CONNECTING?
You’re invited! As a member of the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber, you have a standing
invitation to come have lunch with your fellow Chamber members.
Know someone new to the area? Guests are welcome and encouraged! Introduce new
employees, supervisors, managers or community group leaders from your business or
organization.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2013
12PM – 1PM
RED LION HOTEL
COST: $17
As though you’d need more reasons, attending the luncheon provides business advocacy,
networking opportunities and member-to-member referrals. You’ll get to hear from
informative speakers, and don’t forget, 50/50 drawings, Ray-isms, door prizes and Biz
Buzz this month!
The Chamber Lunch Exchange is generally held on the second Wednesday of each month
at noon, unless otherwise stated.
There’s always something special going on – don’t be left out!
DON’T BE LEFT STANDING, OR WORSE………..HUNGRY! PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SEAT BY CALLING
THE CHAMBER OFFICE IN ADVANCE! 509.758.7712
***As a reminder, advance RSVP is due for all luncheons, and all other chamber events that have an entrance or ticket fee. After you have
reserved your spot, we will plan on you being there. If you find that you will not be able to attend, please call our office at least 24 hours prior
to the event to avoid being charged. If you must cancel after the 24 hour period, or do not notify our office of your absence, please expect to
receive an invoice for the missed event. A one-time exception will be granted for medical emergencies for either you or a family member.***
businessafterhours
MIX BUSINESS AND PLEASURE!
Network with your current or potential business associates at Business
After Hours.
Bring plenty of business cards, enjoy refreshments and door prizes.
Join us at this free event for all chamber members and their employees!
HOSTED BY:
2100 Tammany Creek Road, Lewiston
Thurs. July 18th
5PM – 7PM
JULY 2013
Schedule
Business After Hours is held on Thursdays unless
otherwise stated.
July 18
Lewiston Roundup
Association
Aug. 15
Tri-State Memorial Hospital
Sept. 19
Potlatch #1 Federal Credit
Union
Oct. 2, WED LC Valley Community
Showcase (Business Expo)
Oct. 17
MJ Barleyhopper’s
Nov. 14
Stonebraker McQuary
Insurance
Dec. 12
Inland Cellular
Showcase your business by hosting a Business After
Hours! Contact Kristina Bickford at the chamber office
to reserve your spot today, 758.7712 or membership@
lcvalleychamber.org.
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lunchexchange
Thank You!
FOR ATTENDING THE CHAMBER LUNCH EXCHANGE!
We'd like to thank everyone who attended
the monthly Lunch Exchange on Wednesday,
June 12th.
We hope you learned some valuable information about your benefits of being
a chamber member and are putting it to good use! Remember, if you need your
member login information to access your profile on the chamber’s website, give
us a call!
Thank you also to Regence BlueShield of Idaho and St. Joseph Regional Medical
Center for presenting information about the Workplace Wellness Initiative for
the Lewis Clark Valley, along with inviting everyone to attend the Breakfast of
Champions for a more in-depth presentation of the program. If you missed
the June Breakfast of Champions, you can get access to valuable information
about starting a Workplace Wellness program in your business by visiting www.
lcvalleychamber.org/workplace-wellness.
The Inland Northwest Blood Center also provided information about the great
need for blood donations in our region. They emphasized the point that all types
of blood are needed, and that donations made here in the Lewis Clark Valley are
typically used within our region.
Lunch Exchange Schedule
Lunch Exchange will be held at the Red Lion Hotel in
Lewiston for July through December of 2013. Advanced
RSVP is required, please call the chamber office in
advance to reserve your seat.
July 10 Hells Canyon Visitors Bureau
Aug. 14 OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP!
Sept. 11 Lewiston Clarkston Partners
Habitat for Humanity
Oct. 9
State of the Valley Address
Nov. 13 OPEN FOR SPONSORSHIP!
Dec. 11 Chamber/Rotary Christmas
Luncheon
Sponsors are encouraged to bring visual aids, promotional
items and to be creative with their 20 minute presentation.
If you would like to get on the calendar to sponsor a
luncheon in 2013, contact Kristina Bickford at the Chamber
office today at 509.758.7712!
Wanda Keefer wrapped up the luncheon by encouraging everyone to participate
in the chamber’s trip to China in October. She went on a trip to China with the
Lewiston Chamber in 2008, and enjoyed it tremendously! If you would like
information about the trip, please visit www.lcvalleychamber.org/china. Signup
deadline in July 17th!
THANK YOU TO THE AMBASSADORS THAT HELPED ALSO!
Lorinda Bisso, Primerica
Kim Burner, Lewiston Tribune
Sharon Julius, Springleaf Financial Services
Mary Lee Frazier, Clarkston Heights Market
JULY 2013
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businessafterhours
Thank You, Clearwater River
Casino and Resort!
Thank you to the Clearwater River Casino and Resort for hosting the
Business After Hours on Thurs. June 20th!
CONTACT INFO:
Clearwater River Casino & Resort
17500 Nez Perce Road, Lewiston
208.746.0723
www.crcasino.com
ribboncutting
JULY 2013
Lorinda Bisso, Primerica
Barbara Craigie, Fastsigns
Beth Porter, Big Country Radio
Kim Burns, Lewiston Tribune
Jill Charpentier, Aflac
Kammy Cox, Heartland Payment Systems
June Ribbon Cuttings:
LEWISTON CITY LIBRARY GRAND OPENING
215 D Street, Lewiston
SPECIAL THANKS ALSO TO THE AMBASSADORS FOR VOLUNTEERING TO HELP!
HELLS CANYON HARLEY-DAVIDSON GRAND OPENING
306 21st Street, Lewiston
RED LOBSTER GRAND REOPENING
2115 Thain Grade, Lewiston
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chambersponsors
ELITE/VISIONARY LEADERS
DIAMOND/CORPORATE LEADERS
PLATINUM/BUSINESS LEADERS
MEDIA SPONSORS
SMALL BUSINESS/ENTREPRENEUR SPONSORS
JULY 2013
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president'sview
Reality Check
Have you ever just felt absolutely fried? Tired, anxious, frustrated – maybe a little burned out?
TAKE A VACATION!
KRISTIN KEMAK
President/CEO,
Lewis Clark Valley Chamber
My family and I just took our first full on, holy-moly, gang buster, awesome vacation. Kip and I did something
off the wall crazy, we let Keiran pick our destination. Yes, we put our first big trip in the hands of a six year
old boy. He knocked it out of the park! Our adventure was incredibly kid and family friendly, relaxing and
fun. Also, it was out of the country so one very tiny, but huge factor in vacation success was that we couldn’t
use our cell phones. We couldn’t check email, take or receive calls… nothin’. That’s right, it was all about us, we
disconnected from outside stressors and reconnected as a family.
I have a tendency, like many, to forget the stress we carry has an impact on our children and their reaction to the
environment around them. My son is a pretty chill dude but he does have those moments he cries and I think – seriously? He is
crying over that? Guess how many tears he shed on the vacation? Outside of getting stung by a jellyfish he did not cry at all. Why?
What was different? He had our undivided attention. Our focus was on each other, at one point during the trip we had the funny
realization that none of us knew what day or time it was, and we were good with that. We appreciated the uninterrupted family time.
This brings me to a reality check I guess, how much of my daily stress am I unknowingly sharing with my son? What am I going to do
differently to minimize sharing my stress? Kip and I agree we need to make sure to take this family time every year and it needs to be
a priority.
So if you are feeling fried, tired, anxious, frustrated or a little burned out – take a vacation, then, come back to reality refreshed and
ready to hit the ground running. Your family and co-workers will appreciate it.
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Lewis Clark Young
Professionals
The group is open to anyone ages 21 – 40. If you are a young
professional interested in being part of this dynamic group, contact Eric
Justis at [email protected]. The group meets on the 3rd Wednesday
of each month at varying locations. Find their page on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/pages/Lewis-Clark-Young-Professionals.
JULY 2013
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committeenews
Natural Resource Committee Meeting Minutes
MEETING MINUTES FROM JUNE 18TH, 2013
The Natural Resource Committee supports, promotes and protects
the values and treasures of the Lewis Clark Valley by providing
natural resource issue awareness and education to the business
community.
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
Mike Bowman-retired NFS, John Rusche-Idaho Legislature, Mike
Tatko-Avista, Mike Thomason-SEWEDA, Jerry Klemm-Port of
Lewiston, Tony Snodderly – Senator Crapo’s Office, Tom Eier,
Belinda Campbell-Port of Clarkston, Jake Uhlenkott-U.S. Senator
James Risch’s Office, Scott Carlton – U.S. Representative Labrador’s
Office, and Carole Asbury – Clearwater Paper/IWIT. Thanks to all
for supporting the committee and your community.
GUEST SPEAKER
Mike Tatko, Regional Business Manager, Lewis-Clark Region, Avista
Utilities
mandated by Washington voters in Initiative 937, which was passed
in November of 2006.
The initiative states utilities with more than 25,000 customers must
meet the following annual targets:
• 3% of energy used to meet customer demand by Jan. 1,
2012 – Avista is meeting that requirement with upgrades to
its hydroelectric dams and by purchasing renewable energy
credits.
• 9% by Jan. 1, 2016. Avista’s purchase of wind power from First
Wind will help it meet the 2016 requirements.
• 15% by Jan. 1, 2020. Avista is continuing to plan to meet this
requirement.
Mike provided additional information in the form of a Quick
Reference Guide to energy questions, and an 811 CALL FIRST sticker
as a reminder to call first to locate gas lines before you dig.
Thanks, Mike, for being one of our information sources for Chamber
members on natural resource issues here in the valley. We
appreciate your time and support.
COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND BUSINESS
Committee Forest Tour or Presentation – for the August 20th
Meeting
The committee appreciates that we are all concerned about
the potential for fire again this season. Therefore this subject
has received extra attention. Two possible approaches to
become more informed are:
1) a tour of forest management areas meeting with managers
of those locations to become better informed
2) a dedicated meeting addressing the current status and
response plans for forest fires.
Tom Eier, Scott Carlton and Mike Bowman (Program
Chairman) are working on meeting this member information
objective. John Rusche suggested coordinating with our
local legislative representatives which was also supported
by members.
Please respond to this survey through the L-C Valley Chamber
office for the August 20th meeting, please select A or B:
A) August tour of forest areas with presentation on site of
managed areas, fire areas, private forest or
B) Dedicated August meeting addressing management plans
and fire preparations in our local forests.
AVISTA’S ENERGY PORTFOLIO
Mike gave a report on Avista’s Energy Portfolio, focusing mainly
on the company’s involvement in the Palouse Wind project along
Highway 195 near Rosalia. The presentation included a video of
various Avista green energy sites including Noxon Rapids dam in
Montana, Kettle Falls, Washington Biomass Plant, Coyote Springs
in Boardman, Oregon, Colstrip, Montana, and Palouse Wind
near Rosalia, Washington, and slides showing various aspects
of alternative power generation and some of the challenges of
managing these new power sources.
Avista has entered into a power purchase agreement with First
Wind, the company that developed the Palouse Wind project. The
agreement helps Avista meet its renewable resource guidelines as
JULY 2013
Your quickest response will be most helpful and appreciated!!
NEXT MEETING
July 16, 2013 (3rd Tuesday) at noon, Quality Inn – Board Room
July NRC Speaker: John Cardwell, DEQ Water Quality
Mark your calendars today. See you there. Our special Thanks to
the QI for providing the meeting room.
Natural Resource Committee
Carole Asbury & Kip Kemak, Co-Chairs
Mike Bowman, Program Chairman
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ALIVE AFTER FIVE
MUSIC! SHOPPING!
DINING! SPIRITS!
IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CLARKSTON
PROVIDING A QUALITY COMMUNITY EVENT ENCOURAGING THE SPIRIT OF
FRIENDSHIP, FAMILY AND A FRESH LOOK AT A FAMILIAR PLACE
Alive After Five is July 11 (one week later due to
the July 4th holiday), August 1 from 5pm-9pm,
and September 5 from 5pm-8pm. There will be
vendor booths, musicians, food, and fantastic
local entertainment for your enjoyment along
6th Street in downtown Clarkston. Come on out
and join us for Alive After Five.
We would like to recognize Big Country Radio, Happy Day Restaurants,
Bulldog On-Site Services, and Wasem’s Drug as sponsors of the 2013
Alive After Five season. Alive After Five cannot continue without the
generous support of our community.
Vendor booths are being sold for $30 per space per month, and chamber
members receive a $5 discount. There are only 80 spots available each
month, and anyone is welcome to participate.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at all levels, and include
recognition prior to and at each of the Alive After Five events. If you are
interested in being a sponsor or a vendor, visit www.lcvalleychamber.org,
or contact the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber at events@lcvalleychamber.
org or 509.758.7712.
Click Here To Download Our Alive After
Five Vendor Application
JULY 2013
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Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce
Launches New App Store
NEW SAAS APP STORE PROVIDES BUSINESS OWNERS WITH THE CLOUD-BASED SOLUTIONS THEY NEED TO SUCCEED
Your Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of
Commerce recently announced the launch
of an innovative SaaS app store powered
by leading global app store provider SaaS
Markets. With the launch of the new app
store, business owners and entrepreneurs
in Lewiston, ID, Clarkston, WA, and the
surrounding areas will have access to prequalified software-as-a-service applications
(SaaS) designed to add value to their
businesses.
The app store, which will be accessible
through the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of
Commerce website, provides valuable webbased tools designed for chamber members to
help them run their businesses and maximize
success. SaaS Markets and the new app store
provide more than 1,300 trusted cloud-based
applications specifically designed to meet the
various business needs of local entrepreneurs.
By delivering these applications in one place,
members will save valuable time, money, and
resources.
“The chamber’s goal is to provide businesses
and entrepreneurs with the tools for success,
and we are confident that our partnership
with SaaS Markets will open many new
opportunities for our members,” said Kristin
Kemak, President/CEO of the Lewis Clark
Valley Chamber of Commerce. “The new app
store will help our members find reliable and
affordable business solutions that will help
them succeed in today’s increasingly web
and mobile-based business environment.”
By developing a business app store with
SaaS Markets, the LC Valley Chamber gives
its business members the ability to easily
find the right tool for any job and the added
benefit of “try-before-you-buy” free trials and
educational materials. The app store’s robust
business applications are all “cloud-based,”
meaning they’re scalable, customizable and
easily accessible to members in a variety of
industries. These include, but are not limited
to:
• Accounting and Finance
• Data Management
• IT
• Sales Security
• Website and Content Management
About SaaS Markets SaaS Markets, based
in San Mateo, CA designs and delivers app
stores for the software-as-a-service (SaaS)
market. Through relationships with major
financial institutions, retail brands, technology
companies, small business associations and
leading brands, SaaS Markets is bringing
software-as-a-service to millions of small and
medium-sized businesses across the globe.
SaaS Markets offers individual businesses
a user-friendly portal that makes it easy to
choose the SaaS tool that is right for their
business needs.
Navigating the store is quick, easy and
affordable for chamber members, with
most applications costing between $15 and
$20 a month. Because of the low cost and
commitment, business owners will be able
to better manage their business operations,
while eliminating the high capital expenses
of purchasing and deploying hardware
and software designed to improve their
operational efficiency.
Kristin Kemak, President/CEO
509.758.7712
[email protected]
“Business owners and entrepreneurs need
to identify the right tools and applications
to efficiently manage their businesses,” said
Ferdi Roberts, founder and CEO of SaaS
Markets. “The goal for SaaS Markets is
to provide business owners with the vital
cloud-based applications and educational
resources necessary to successfully operate
their businesses.”
The 27th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday,
December 7th at 4:30pm on 6th Street in Downtown Clarkston, and
a theme is needed! Anyone with suggestions for this year’s parade
theme is welcome to submit them to the chamber office. The winning
theme will be chosen on July 31st and the winner will receive a free
Jay Manciocchi, JD
SaaS Markets
650-521-5359
[email protected]
Learn more at: www.saasmarkets.com or call
650.458.0748.
The App Store is now live and available
to chamber members at www.lcvalley.
saasmarkets.com.
Christmas Parade Theme
Contest
JULY 2013
CONTACT INFO
newsletter insert ($175.00 value) for their business or organization in
the Monthly Connections Newsletter of their choice.
For those wishing to participate in the parade, the entry fee is $25,
and applications will be available August 1st in the chamber office,
or online at www.lcvalleychamber.org/parade. Cash prizes will be
awarded this year, for the winner in each of the following categories:
Auto, Junior Miss/Royalty, Children, True Christmas Spirit, Equestrian,
Marching Band/Drill Team, Individual, and Commercial. For questions,
contact Laurel Smith, Events and Communications Coordinator, at
509.758.7712 or [email protected].
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Life Care Center of Lewiston
DINNER SPONSOR
Mick McClure Honda
St. Joseph Regional Medical
Center
BEVERAGE CART SPONSORS
Happy Day Restaurants
Northwest Media
HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSOR
Avista Utilities
CONTEST SPONSORS
Dave's Golf Shop
Prestige Health Care & Rehab
CHAMBER MAJOR SPONSORS
Clearwater Paper Corp.
Schweitzer Engineering
Laboratories
ATK - CCI/Speer
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St. Joseph Regional Medical
Center
Avista Utilities
Inland Cellular
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Pacific Empire Radio
Big Country/KHits
KLEW - TV
Northwest Media Productions
WSU Athletics
Ida-Vend Broadcasting
Lewiston Tribune
QPins
Sattler Insurance Agency
My Architect
ArtBeat
K & G Construction
Columbia Bank
TEE/GREEN SPONSORS
Alliance Title & Escrow
Atlas Sand & Rock
Banner Bank
Clarkston Auto Sales
Clarkston Heights Market
Columbia Bank
Community Bank
PRIZE HOLE WINNERS
Men's KP
Dan Garrett
Women's KP
Helen Henry
Closest to Wavy Line
Mark Arnot
Closest to Bullseye
Darin Douglas
Team Longest Putt
Diane Turnbow
Men's Long Drive
Charlie Walker
Women's Long Drive
Michelle Witthaus
CONTEST WINNERS
Thank You!
EVENT SPONSORS
And the Winners Are...
Credit Bureau of LewistonClarkston
Eastgate Chiropractic
Elm View Chiropractic
Evergreen Estates
First American Title Company
Inland Cellular
Joyce Keefer - Century 21
Price Right
King Services
Kinzer Air
Laird & Associates
Lancer Lanes & Casino
Land Title of Nez Perce
County
LCSC Community Programs
Morgan Stanley
P1FCU
Printcraft Printing
Sportsman's Warehouse
Sterling Savings Home Loans
Stonebraker-McQuary
Insurance Agency
Thiessen Oil
Waddell and Reed, Don
Montgomery, Financial
Advisor
Pitch Over Wall
A David Witthaus, Gabe Alexander,
Darrin Malm, Dave Romesburg, Joe
Savage, Jim Kirk, Drew Reinlance,
Pete Domebo
B Chad Laird, Brett Kinzer, Keith
McIvor, Will Garcia, John Roy, Doug
Barton, Rick House
C Mike Cannon, Ted Kadau, Rolly
Phillips, Rob Dale, Jeff Reinlance
Hit The Green
Jeff Reinlance
Long Putt on Practice Green
Kevin Keenan
TEAM WINNERS
Men's
ATK Team: Dave Romesburg, Joe
Savage, Allen Hedrick, Gary Munson
Mixed
Lindsay Keller, Chad Keller, Michelle
Witthaus, David Witthaus
RAFFLE PRIZE WINNERS
Booze Basket
Kyle Williams
WSU Package
Wade Latta
QI Basket
Michelle Bly
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Member Renewals
THANK YOU!
Your membership in the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce is a symbol of confidence in the work of the Chamber and its
volunteers. We sincerely thank our members who renewed their membership for their ongoing support. Please remember these companies when
you do business! If you don't see your business listed here, please contact Kristina Bickford, Membership Services Coordinator at 509.758.7712
or [email protected].
Aiken's Floor Coverings
(509) 758-7259
CTR Clean Up & Total Restoration Martinson Insurance
(208) 798-3010
(208) 743-3503
Seubert's Quality Home Care
(208) 743-1818
Allergy & Asthma
Tri-State Clinic
(509) 751-0600
Cutting Edge Federal
Credit Union
(208) 746-5911
Means Building Co. LLC
(208) 798-8004
SignCrafters, Inc.
(208) 798-7446
Asotin County Fair
(509) 243-4101
Dentistry ''4'' Children, PLLC
(208) 743-2505
Moose Lodge
Loyal Order 751
(509) 758-6292
SteelDreams Guide Service
(509) 869-9694
Barnes, Inc.
(208) 746-0184
Deranleau's Appliance,
TV and Mattresses
(208) 743-8432
Nez Perce County
Democrats
(208) 743-1615
Design Directions
(208) 743-1010
NU Skin Enterprises
(208) 305-1195
Disability Action
Center NW
(208) 746-9033
Orbitcom., Inc.
(509) 668-8107
Best Western RiverTree Inn
(509) 758-9551
Better Business Bureau
Inland Northwest
(509) 455-4200 x 239
Bitterroot Bolt & Chain
(208) 743-2595
Bridal Fair
(208) 413-4898
Divco
(208) 215-6433
H&H Business
Systems, Inc.
Brotnov Architecture & Planning (800) 635-1503
(509) 758-2512
Hay's Produce & Garden
Burrell St. Station
Center
(208) 743-9434
(509) 758-6662
Cashtyme/ Limotyme
(509) 758-5416
Central Optical
Laboratories, Inc.
(509) 758-1791
CENTURY 21 Price Right Rolly Phillips
(208) 799-2100
Clarkston Golf & Country Club
(509) 758-2546
Clarkston Heights Market
(509) 758-5431
Clearwater Propane Company
(208) 798-5220
Costco Wholesale
(509) 758-1800
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His Story Christian
Gift Center LLC
(208) 743-7519
Idaho Foodbank
(208) 746-2288
Kings Thrones
(208) 798-8283
Laird and Associates, PLLC
(509) 758-3394
Largents, Inc.
(208) 743-8579
Lewis Clark Auto Sales
(208) 798-7878
Lewiston BPO Elks #896
(208) 743-5591
Paramount Pest Control, Inc./
Liqui Lawn
(208) 743-2152
Parkview Real Estate
(509) 758-5518
Peterson Radiator,
Muffler & Transmission
(208) 743-5887
Tara's Elegance
(469) 232-7827
Thomas E. Eier Insurance Agency
(208) 743-4946
Waddell & Reed
(208) 746-4366
Waffles N' More
(208) 743-5189
Waller, Ray - DDS
(509) 758-7150
YWCA of LewistonClarkston
(208) 743-1535
Quail Ridge Golf Course
(509) 758-8501
Richard Hitchcock/
New York Life
(208) 503-7128
Riddle Marine, Inc.
(208) 743-2660
Riverside Recovery
(208) 746-4097
Riverview Marina, Inc.
(208) 746-1412
Salmon River Experience
(800) 892-9223
Schurman's
True Value Hardware
(509) 758-6411
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Member-to-Member Specials
One of the many benefits of your chamber membership is cost savings and networking through member-to-member special offers. The program features
discounted rates on products and services from chamber members, for chamber members. When you take advantage of these valuable products and services,
you’re supporting your fellow members and your chamber.
If you are a member of the chamber and are interested in offering discounts to fellow members, please contact Kristina Bickford at the chamber office, 758.7712
or [email protected].
RENTAL SPACE
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
840 10th St, Clarkston
509.758.2943
First Christian Church in Clarkston has space available
for rent to any group. Our schedule is fairly open as of
now. The cost to chamber members will be $25/meeting
and $35/meeting if the kitchen is used. We have a fully
functioning kitchen and a nursery, no worker provided.
Also, we are available for weddings for $350 for the
building.
HOTELS/MOTELS
MOTEL 6
222 Bridge St., Clarkston
509.758.1631
Winner of Motel 6 Quality Award for the USA 2005. We
have available an indoor pool and hot tub, pool parties,
Executive Suites, and extra parking for your fishing boat.
Have company coming to visit and need an extra room.
Receive a 10% discount off our low rates. We will leave
the light on for you.
WATER - BOTTLED & BULK
NORTHWEST PURE BOTTLED WATER
509.751.9305
One-month FREE machine rental and two FREE bottles of
water, when you give us a try. (A $21 value)
MOBILE MUSIC
DJ MOBILE MUSIC
509.758.3301
[email protected]
PEST MANAGEMENT
BEAUTY/SKIN CARE
15% discount for chamber members for soil sterilization,
weed treatments and just plain ol’ insect/spider
treatments.
Create your ideal beauty experience. I offer personalized
service that fits you. Just tell me if you’d like a one-on-one
consultation, a party with friends, a virtual party, makeup
tips, or skin care advice. You can always try before you
buy. If you prefer to shop online only or order by e-mail
or phone, the choice is yours. I’d love to help you with any
or all of your beauty needs. Let’s talk! Chamber members
enjoy 20% off; if you shop online use code CHAMBER.
SUN PEST MANAGEMENT
1140 15th St., Clarkston
800.422.4803
[email protected]
EVENT HOSTING
LEWIS-CLARK STATE COLLEGE
500 8th Ave. Lewiston
208.792.2060
Lewis-Clark State College has meeting, conference, and
overnight accommodations available. We would like to
invite you to host your next event on our campus. All
chambers members will receive a 10% discount on room
rental fees and overnight accommodations. For more
information, please call or visit our website at www.lcsc.
edu/summerstays
MORTGAGE COMPANIES
SUMMIT FUNDING
829 6th Street
Clarkston, WA
Phone: (509) 751-2222
Mobile: (208) 790-2324
Fax: (509) 751-2228
E-Mail: [email protected]
SHANNON BROWN
Cruzin’ to Cadillac with 3 new car drivers!
509.552.3039
www.marykay.com/domesticdiva
VIDEO PRODUCTION
DAN WALKER PRODUCTIONS
208.791.7526
[email protected]
Video for Web Special, ONLY for Chamber Members! A
60-90 second professional produced video for only $400.
Dan walker Productions comes to your place of business,
interviews your spokesperson and gets shots of your
business in action. Then, within 5 business day, your video
is ready for review! Each video is posted on YouTube so it is
easy to embed on your website and share on social media.
The bonus is that you can add your video to your profile
on the Chamber’s online Business Directory and share the
video via their social media as well!
Summit Funding will waive the processing fee of $495 for
any loan to all chamber members and their employees in
the month of July
For chamber members, 15% off a rental sound system in
the Lewis/Clark Valley. Outside areas, please call for rates
and based on availability. Discount not to be used with
any other offer or special. Call today to reserve our rental
sound system for all your party needs!
CONSULTING/FACILITATION
NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES
509.254.3688
[email protected]
15% discount for chamber members seeking leadership
and organization development consulting and facilitation
services, including: annual Retreat Facilitation,
Communication Audits, Leadership Training and
Organization Program analysis & design.
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Welcome New Members!
Please extend a warm hand of welcome to the following companies who joined the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce. Be a good partner…remember
these companies when you do business.
HELLS CANYON HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Matt Clum, General Manager
Tessa Clum, Motorclothes Manager
306 21st Street, Lewiston
208.743.7433
www.hellscanyonh-d.com
WORKSOURCE WALLA WALLA - CLARKSTON CONNECTION
Michelle Mann, Administrator
1530 Stevens, Walla Walla
509.526.8253
www.Go2worksource.com
Harley-Davidson dealership selling new and used motorcycles,
service, parts, and accessories, and motorclothes.
ourvalley
Four Tips On Leasing Commercial Space
Decisions about location and the ins and outs of leasing
commercial space can be significant factors in determining a firm's
long-term profitability. That's because the cost of leasing space is
often one of the biggest numbers on the profit-and-loss statement.
The greater the expense, the greater the potential impact on the
bottom line. Your goal: rent space for a cost that makes sense in
light of your company's projected income. Not an easy task.
Here are four pointers to help you avoid serious pitfalls when
leasing commercial property.
START EARLY At least six months before you plan to move in,
begin the selection process. Scout out locations and narrow your
choices. Waiting until you're desperate for space may leave you
with fewer options. Leasing should not be an impulse purchase.
Starting early may also provide opportunities to observe walkby or drive-by traffic, the location's visibility, and the habits
of neighboring tenants. It may also provide more time for
tracking current spending, which will help you develop a better
understanding of the level of lease payments your business can
afford to pay.
immediately for failure to pay the current month's rent, or may
specify a grace period during which you can get caught up.
Termination options, security deposits, allowances for leasehold
improvements — all should be specified in the contract.
SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP. Especially if you're establishing a main
office in a new space, it makes sense to hire a real estate attorney
or other professional to review the lease terms before signing. An
experienced broker may also provide assistance when negotiating
lease terms. Careful evaluation and bargaining at the front end
may save dollars and avert headaches later on.
This article contributed by:
COMPARE PROPERTIES. In addition to identifying a property that's
located near your client base, comparison shopping can provide
negotiating leverage. By obtaining lease proposals from several
landlords, you may be able to play one against another and
carve out a deal that's especially advantageous to your firm.
SWEAT THE DETAILS. Read the lease; then read it again. Pay special
attention to the length (term) of the lease, renewal options, and
scheduled rent increases. You'll also want to scrutinize clauses
describing your responsibility for utilities, maintenance, and
upkeep of common areas and systems. The agreement should spell
out your options for subleasing and delineate default provisions.
For example, the lease may specify that you'll be locked out
JULY 2013
Su Brown & Associates, PLLC
77 Southway Suite B
Lewiston, ID 83501
contact: [email protected]
www.subrown.com
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- Full fitness & weight facility
- Indoor mineral pool, steam room & dry sauna
- Indoor racquetball / handball courts
- Group classes
- Personal training
- Member locker rooms with Jacuzzi’s
- Massage therapy
- Child care service available
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Summertime Slim Down Secrets
BY MAILI MORRISON
Summer days and nights are here, and that
means more time outside to enjoy what makes
this season so great in Lewiston, Idaho. For
some of us, our sun-clocks (aka bikini busters)
started ticking just after the new year, for the
rest of us the sheer happiness of knowing that
we could still hide under those warm layers
kept the gym (and the diet) at bay.
Slimming down for summer doesn’t have to
be a chore. With the right balance of diet,
exercise, and rest, a healthy body is just
weeks away. The summer is the best time to
kick-start your healthy lifestyle, combining
both indoor exercise and outdoor activities
you’ll soon gain the ability to really sculpt and
lay the foundation for a new, healthy, you.
“Summer is the best time to join a gym. The
longer days allow for more time to get a workout in, the gym is less crowded as families
go on vacation, and that creates a perfect
atmosphere for those who may be hesitant to
start working out,” says Nic Benton of Adcope
Athletic Club.
1) Eat a nutritious breakfast. After a long
night’s sleep, it is important to refuel. Some
ideas for a quick, healthy breakfast include:
peanut butter on toasted whole-grain bread,
yogurt with fruit, cheese slices on toast, or
fruit on cereals. Adcope’s personal trainers
can help you design a healthy eating plan
that matches your lifestyle and your goals.
2) Set a realistic goal, and track your progress.
Having specific goals in mind, like running
your first 5k or fitting into your favorite pants,
will give you something to motivate you every
day, and will help you stick to your routine.
Programs can be designed to help you lose
weight, add weight or muscle, tone or improve
cardio.
3) Don’t think of it as working out. Think
of exercising as doing something you
enjoy. Many of us hate the word(s) GYM or
WORKING OUT, but that’s not an excuse
not to work out. “Adcope, a club where you
belong.”
4) Aqua Exercise. This means doing something
your body hasn’t done in a while. Whether
you’re slimming down for summer, or using
aqua exercise all year long, our indoor pool
can help you achieve that toned and defined
look.
5) Get some sleep. Adults need between 7
and 8 hours of sleep per night to function well
throughout the day. Also getting too much
sleep a night (more than 8 hours) can cause
fatigue. Whether it’s just for thirty minutes or
an hour, take a cat nap during a massage at
Adcope Athletic Club.
Adcope Athletic Club is a family-owned, fullservice athletic club, and features Lewiston’s
only indoor racquet courts, indoor pool,
men’s and women’s locker rooms with private
Jacuzzi, child care, massage therapy, group
classes and more.
www.adcopeathleticclub.com.
About the Author: Maili Morrison works for
CoHo.Services, a Portland, Oregon based
hospitality Management Company. She
works directly with independent and branded
properties to help consult and lead their
marketing and PR efforts, including the Red
Lion Hotel Lewiston and Adcope Athletic Club.
There’s a NEW Steak House
in Town!
If you are wondering “where’s the beef” in the LC Valley, Meriwether’s American
Grill has it! Our New Steak/Chops menu rolled out in June with Great Success!
We now feature Filet Mignon, Tri Tip Sirloin, New York, Top Sirloin Oscar and
a Bistro Tender along with a Rib Eye, Pepper Crusted Sirloin and of course Bite
Size!! Our steaks are Hand Cut in-house, 28 day aged and are USDA Choice.
The addition of Herb Seasoned Rack of Lamb and a Double Cut Pork Chop with
Jack Daniels Apple Glaze tops off this fantastic new menu!
P.S. We also have some tempting appetizers- Ahi Tuna, Chili Lime Shrimp
Cocktail and Fried Ravioli just to name a few, plus our Caprese Salad is back for
the summer! The staff at Meriwether’s is looking forward to serving you!!
CONTACT INFO
Kris Swearingen
208.748.1151
www.redlionlewiston.com
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Concession Stand
Reopens
BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN LEWISTON'S
Sound Downtown
Concert Series Lineup
Sound Downtown, Beautiful Downtown Lewiston’s weekly summer
concert series will run on Saturdays through August 31st and will
be paired with the Lewiston Farmers Market. The market will
run from 4:30-7:30 p.m. and will overlap with Sound Downtown,
which will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
All performances will be in Brackenbury Square in downtown
Lewiston.
JULY LINEUP FOR THE 2013 SEASON OF SOUND DOWNTOWN:
JULY 6BLACKBIRD
JULY 13
SPIRAL HIGHWAY
JULY 20
FLIGHT EDITION
JULY 27
GREG HODAPP
The weekly concerts are free and open to the public. Opportunities
to tip the musicians will be provided and encouraged. Food and
beverages will be for sale by Lewiston Farmers Market vendors,
set up in Brackenbury Square and in the D Street Parking
Lot. Attendees are also encouraged to shop and eat at local
businesses when they are downtown for the concerts each week.
For additional information about Sound Downtown or the Lewiston
Farmers Market, please contact Breanne Durham, Executive
Director of Beautiful Downtown Lewiston, at 208.790.1148 or
[email protected].
A collaborative effort between the Asotin County Family Aquatic
Center and the Asotin County Community Services Employment
Department (ACCSED) has brought back to life the dormant concession
stand at the water park. The labor force provided by ACCSED will be
primarily be made up of individuals with disabilities. The concession
stand will offer a variety of items from hot dogs to Polish sausages,
hamburgers to large pretzels and nachos, Pepsi products, many ice
cream treats and an assortment of candies and chips. The stand will
operate from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday, Wednesday, Friday,
Saturday and Sunday. On Tuesday’s and Thursday’s the stand will
remain open to 7 PM. So don’t worry about packing around a cooler,
just feed that summer hunger at the concession stand!
CONTACT INFO
Nick Fiore, Employment Services Coordinator
Asotin County Community Services
549 5th Street, Suite A, Clarkston
509.758.9842
HOT AUGUST NIGHTS LEE LUTHER (STUCK $400)
Memorial Tournament
Date: Fri. Aug. 23rd —Sun. Aug. 25th
Time: 10AM – 6PM
Location: Lancer Lanes and Casino poker room at 1250 Bridge St.
Clarkston
This Texas Hold-Em tournament will have 2 flights of 50 players at
$460 per entry creating one of the largest No Limit Texas Hold-Em
Events to ever be offered to players in the LC Valley. Lancer Casino
will be putting on the 3 day event and if filled, the tournament will
have a prize pool of up to or exceeding $40,000 with $10,000 going
to the winner! The top 20 players will be paid out and compete on
Sunday the 25th at 10AM for the entire $40,000 prize pool.
The $460 per player fees include: a $400 contribution to the prize
pool, and a $60 entry fee that covers a prime rib buffet dinner,
a finalists’ Sunday brunch, half price beer and cocktail coupons,
$10 match play coupons, $10 Free Ace coupons, discounted food
coupons, 2-for-1 bowling coupons, 2-for-1 mini golf coupons, and
more.
CONTACT INFO
Cashier’s Cage at Lancer Casino
509.758.4400
[email protected]
www.lancerlanesandcasino.com
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LEWISTON ROUNDUP
Parade Applications
LCCU’s Third Annual
Miracle Golf Tournament
BENEFITING THE CREDIT UNION’S FOR KIDS DIVISION
OF THE CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK
July 27th, 2013 at Lewiston Golf & Country Club
Late Registration at 12PM
Shotgun Start 1PM
Four person scramble $85 includes 18 holes of golf, dinner, accessory bag,
and much more! Please reserve your carts with the country club if you do
not plan to provide your own. Golf Carts are not included in registration.
LCCU is proud to announce that we were accepted into the Co-op Financial
Services Miracle Match Program! Co-Op Financial will match dollar-fordollar the funds raised at the Miracle Golf Tournament!
Please contact Ashley at LCCU for registration! [email protected] or
509-780-4120
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories offers a complete range of
solutions that improve how electric power is delivered. Our mission is
simple—make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
Explore the possibilities at www.selinc.com
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The Lewiston Roundup Association and the Lewis Clark Valley
Chamber of Commerce invite those interested in participating
in the 2013 Roundup Parade to fill out a parade application. The
Lewiston Roundup Parade will be held at 1:29pm on Saturday,
September 7, 2013. Applications can be found at the chamber
office at 502 Bridge Street in Clarkston, or at the Lewiston
Roundup Association website: www.lewistonroundup.org/
parade.
This year’s theme is "Ride 'em High, Rope 'em Low and Round
'em Up!" and there are 14 categories that will be judged for 1st,
2nd, and 3rd place ribbons. Judging is based on originality,
enthusiasm, appearance, and theme. The Governor’s Cup
will be awarded to the entry that most closely represents the
parade theme, and will be announced during the Saturday
Night Rodeo Performance.
“The tradition continues as the Lewiston Roundup Parade
returns to beautiful downtown Lewiston for the 2013 edition,”
said Willie Deibel, 2013 Lewiston Roundup Association
Board of Directors President. “We’re excited as the longest
running community parade in the LC Valley moves back to the
historically traditional time of 1:29pm. The parade has always
served as a chance for friends and family to join together and
enjoy our historic downtown businesses before heading out
for the Saturday night rodeo. Participants and viewers will
see some of the most amazing pageantry around with a wide
variety of entries. Be sure to watch carefully as “She’s Wild!”
Detailed line-up information with entry numbers will be mailed
to all participants whose forms are received before August
26, 2013. All entries received after this date will need to get
their numbers at the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce
office or the registration table the day of the parade, located
at Primeland Cooperatives at 1200 Snake River Avenue.
CONTACT INFO
Jill Pakkala, Administrative Assistant
509.758.7712
[email protected]
www.lewistonroundup.org/parade
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Book Your
Jet Boat Tour or
Fishing Trips Today!
It’s that time of year again. Book your
fishing trip with one of these amazing
outfitters. Need gift ideas? Want to
thank your employees? A fishing trip
would be a great gift….
Uncover the Unknown
My husband took this picture of my Jack Russell,
Hailey while we were at the beach this spring.
Looking at it brings me back to childhood,
were I spent untold hours exploring the woods
behind my house, looking for anything that was
unusual: bugs, old bones, plants, unusual rocks,
you name it. I would bring whatever I uncovered
home and ask Mom “what is this?” I think she
bought our encyclopedia set just to keep me
quiet. (Yes folks, encyclopedias – before the
internet even existed….did I just age myself??)
Looking at this picture whisked me back in time
so fast, I actually felt shorter! Needless to say,
a print is now hanging in my dining room as a
reminder to always stay curious.
What I want you to do is sit back for just a
moment and think about the last time you felt
this curious. I am not just talking about nature,
but true curiosity about all things that surround
you. At this point in your life, work surrounds
you most of the time. Are you still curious as the
first day you started your job?
When you were a child, everything was
new. The world was a mystery. There was
something unknown around every corner. As
life goes on, we are filled with responsibilities
and knowledge. There is a tendency to forget
curiosity and just function on automatic pilot. I
don’t care if you’re 19 or 91. I for one believe
the world has so many secrets and so many
wonders that being curious never has to go
away! I must admit, that Google sure has made
it easier to find answers to most of our questions,
but sadly, I think that many of us have forgotten
to even ASK the questions in the first place.
When was the last time you really felt curious
enough to uncover the unknown about your
clients? Not about how many units they want
to purchase this month, but really ask them…
.”Why do you order X units every month?”
If you’re curious enough, you may uncover
something that may benefit both you and your
client. In this example, perhaps you’d discover
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that the only reason they order 30 widgets per
month is because, “They have always ordered
30 widgets per month.” But if you’re curious
enough and ask your client the right questions,
you may discover a way to help them be more
streamline by ordering in advance or maybe
even save them money by buying in volume….
etc. Who knows what valuable nugget you
might uncover, if only you remembered to be
curious and explore all the possibilities!
www.riverquestexcursions.com
I know the above is a seriously simplified
example, but I believe that you get the idea.
Ask! Be Curious! Discover!
This article contributed by:
Wendie Kause, Kause Success Management
Wendie Kause is the Owner and Operator
of Kause Success Management. If you would
like further information; contact Wendie at
[email protected]
www.steeldreamsfishing.com
Hells Canyon - South Entrance
1.800.422.3568
541.785.3352
Jet Boat Tours Lodging - RV/Tent
Fishing Charters
www.hellscanyonadventures.com
www.snakeriveradventures.com
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Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce Leadership and Staff Members
BOARD OF DIRECTORS - OFFICERS
Todd Blamires, Chairman
ArtBeat
Tim Lynch , 1st Vice Chair
My Architect
Scott Corbitt, 2nd Vice Chair
Clearwater Paper Corp.
Sherri Skalicky, Past Chairman
Sattler Insurance
BOARD OF DIRECTORS - DIRECTORS
Tim Barker, City of Lewiston Parks & Recreation
Darcy Weisner, Clarkston School District
Wendie Kause, Kause Success Management
Kim Casey, Avista Utilities
Eric Justis, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Bert Sahlberg
Michelle Bly, TD&H Engineering
Tammy Lewis, SEL
Gina Rinehart, Banner Bank
Deby Lutes, Columbia Bank
Tina Davidson, Pro-Property Management
Michael Gruben, Inland Cellular
CHAMBER STAFF
Kristin Kemak, President/CEO
[email protected]
Laurel Smith, Events & Communications
Coordinator
[email protected]
Mary Ann McNeely-Cooper, Business Services
Coordinator
[email protected]
Kristina Bickford, Membership Services Program
Coordinator
[email protected]
Jill Pakkala, Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Questions about marketing and sponsorship opportunities?
If you have any questions regarding marketing and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kristina Bickford
at the chamber office, 758.7712 or [email protected].
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SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
• Asotin County Commissioners,
Asotin Courthouse Annex
Building, 9AM
TUESDAY
• Asotin County Commissioner
2
• Asotin Co.
Commissioners, Asotin
Courthouse Annex
Building, 9AM
• Nez Perce County
Commissioners, Brammer
Building, 1:30PM
8
• Lewiston City Council
Meeting, LCSC
Telecommunications
Classroom, 6PM
• Clarkston City Council
Meeting, City Hall, 7PM
Building, 9AM
Building, 1:30PM
21
• Asotin Co.
Commissioners, Asotin
Courthouse Annex
Building, 9AM
Building, 1:30PM
9
• Government Affairs Committee
Meeting, China Inn, 12PM
• LC Valley Community Showcase
Committee Meeting, Lewiston
LCCU, 2:30PM
• Kendall Subaru Clearwater Snake
Steelhead Derby Committee,
Meriwether’s, 4:30PM
15
14
3
• Ambassadors Committee Meeting,
Quail Ridge Golf Course, 1PM
Building, 1:30PM
7
WEDNESDAY
22
16
• General Membership Luncheon
& Biz Buzz, Red Lion Hotel,
12PM
17
SATURDAY
5
6
11
12
13
18
19
20
26
27
4
Building, 9AM
INDEPENDENCE DAY
• Coffee Break, Great NW
Railroad, 10am
• Alive After Five, 6th Street,
Downtown Clarkston, 5PM
• Ag Committee Meeting, Daily’s
Bakery, 12PM
• Natural Resources Committee,
Quality Inn & Suites, 12PM
• Business After Hours, Lewiston
Roundup Ketch Pen, 5PM
23
24
25
• LCV Chamber Board of Directors
Meeting, Quality Inn & Suites,
12PM
29
Building, 1:30PM
FRIDAY
•A
County Commissioner
10
• Lewiston City Council
Meeting, LCSC
Telecommunications
Classroom, 6PM
• Clarkston City Council
Meeting, City Hall, 7PM
28
THURSDAY
30
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July - Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce

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