Member Announcements
Chamber Member Announcements – June
Ribbon Cutting - Hemmer Professional Building
You are cordially invited to attend the Grand Opening and Open House Ceremony for the Hemmer Professional Building from 12 noon to 5 pm. Ribbon Cutting: 2 pm.
Located at the Corner of Hemmer Road and Palmer-Wasilla Hwy. For questions call: Ann Riggs at Peak Fitness 746-3305 Door prizes provided!
Matanuska Music
Rock the Park –Every Thursday from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. (Next to Wonderland Park in Wasilla) No cover charge! For more information: Contact 376-4006.
The Mat-Su SBDC Workshops
Jul 24 Writing an Effective Business Plan
This workshop will cover the basics of writing a business plan and how it can help you focus your business, obtain financing, and keeping your business on track. It is relevant for everybody in business, from the person just planning to start to the seasoned entrepreneur. Preregistration and prepayment required.
Time: 9am – 1pm Cost: $25
Jul 29 Beginning QuickBooks (computers provided)
This hands-on (computers provided) workshop will provide information on using QuickBooks software for the beginner users the program for his/her business bookkeeping. Those wanting to register for this workshop should already have basic bookkeeping knowledge. Time: 9am – 4pm Cost: $100.
Pre -registration is required for all workshops. Registration can be completed online http://aksbdc.ecenterdirect.com/ or by calling the SBDC at 373-7232.
MSCVB
Click on the link below to access the second installment of the 2008 summer Mat-Su Compass and check out all the fun things to see and do in the Mat-Su. For more info Contact the Mat-Su CVB Team at 907-746-5000.
The Foraker Group
Schedule for 2008 certificate program - All classes will be held in Anchorage, Alaska.
Deadline June 27, 2008
The Foraker Group is accepting applications for the next round of classes for the Certificate in Nonprofit Management program. This innovative program is offered by The Foraker Group in partnership with and the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The program is designed for Alaska nonprofit professionals in leadership positions who want to enhance their management skills and explore a full range of issues and best practices to use in their organizations.
For questions please call Laurie Wolf (lwolf@forakergroup.org ), Vice President of The Foraker Group, at 907-723-1206.
Diamond Airport Parking
Is your organization, club, school or non-profit holding a fund-raiser? Diamond Airport Parking would love to help. Please contact us to receive donations of 7-Day Free Parking Certificates and 1-Day Free Parking Coupons to be put into "grab bags"! To request donations, or for additional information please contact Ina Mueller, Director of Marketing, 230-0935; or e-mail your request to ina.mueller@diamondparking.com.
Senator Lyda Green
Senator Green wants to know what you think! The legislature is in special session right now working on two very important issues that will impact all Alaskans, the natural gas pipeline project and energy cost relief. Please take a few moments to complete a survey by following this website link: http://green.aksenate.org/ Senator Green values your opinion! If you would like to share your ideas or comments email: Senator_Lyda_Green@legis.state.ak.us
Senator Charles Huggins
Mat-Su Community Hearing - Palmer Train Depot
June 24
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - TransCanada/Administration/LBA
6 p.m. to 8 p.m - PUBLIC TESTIMONY
For a schedule of statewide hearings email: Senator_Charlie_Huggins@legis.state.ak.us
Mat-Su Borough Announcement
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Assembly allocated bed tax money to complete a Tourism Infrastructure Needs Study. The study has been completed by the McDowell Group and an electronic copy of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Tourism Infrastructure Needs Study is available. To receive a copy, email Dave Hansen, Economic Development Director, at Dave.Hanson@matsugov.us.
The study addresses six areas: a base-case description of the tourism infrastructure in the Borough; a description of Mat-Su visitor markets; an assessment of Borough tourism value; a discussion, including recommendations, for needed tourism infrastructure improvements; responses to specific Borough Assembly questions; and tourism partnering opportunities.
The study represents the first time this type of tourism related information and analysis has been brought together in one place. The study provides a starting point for further action to improve tourism infrastructure and increase the tourism related economy.
2008 Economic Development Conference
Mat-Su RC&D and The Alaska Small Business Center, in conjunction with The Greater Palmer and Wasilla Chamber of Commerce, cordially invite you to attend the 10th Annual Economic Development Conference
“Opportunity is Knocking”-Thursday, June 26, 2008
Time: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
$25 per person advanced reservation
$30 per person at door (Lunch included)
Evangelo’s Restaurant
Special guest speakers: Neal Fried – Labor Economist, State of Alaska
“Economic Development S.W.O.T. of the Valley”& Denali Gas Line
Discussion topics include:
“Large retailers – Allies not enemies”
How small business can work together with larger entities to strengthen their market position.
“Opportunity is knocking – just open the door”
Current programs available to small business to sustain, growth, and profitability
“Tourism – not a FOUR letter word”
Partner marketing for the tourism dollars
“Winter tourism opportunities – Are we missing the boat?”
Marketing strategies to capture local winter dollars
“Workforce development – Taking advantage of our opportunities”
Developing workforce people and processes for now and the future
RSVP to: contact@wasillachamber.org or 376-1299
Please make checks payable to: Mat-SU RC&D
Valley Performing Arts Announcement
REGISTRATION is now open for CAMP VPA 2008!
Do you have a young child between the ages of 6 and 17 interested in theatre? Here's your chance to get them started!
Valley Performing Arts summer arts program focuses on the three areas of musical theatre: dancing, singing, and acting. At the end of the activity-filled, two week program, students will perform on stage for their friends and family! The cost is $150.00 per student. Choose your own session!
SESSION TWO: June 16-27
Directed by Lori Zulliger
Season Ticket forms are available online at www.valleyperformingarts.org or can be purchased over the phone at (907) 373-0195 or in our box office between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday at 251 West Swanson Avenue in Wasilla
Season ticket prices are:
ADULTS: $108.00 (a $120.00 value!)
YOUTH: $95.00 (a $106.00 value!)
SENIORS: $95.00 (a $106.00 value!)
Chamber Member Announcements - July
Mat-Su Governor’s Picnic
Theme: “Nifty Fifty` Let’s Party!”
Friday, July 18th
4:30-7:30 p.m.
Iditapark & Honor Garden, Wasilla
Join Governor Sarah Palin & her staff for a special Military Appreciation Ceremony @ 6:00 p.m. Free BBQ, live bands, hula hoops, children’s games & more! Dress for a 1950’s theme to celebrate our 50th year of statehood!
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