Weekly Chamber News - August 1, 2008

Gig Harbor Peninsula Area Chamber of Commerce
3311 Harborview Drive, Suite 101, P.O. Box 102, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Phone: 253-851-6865 or Toll Free: 800-359-8804 - Fax: 253-851-6881

In This Issue:

• August 7: Superintendent of Public Instruction Teresa Bergeson and John Blair
• August 14: WASL Math Test Changes - WA State Reading First Administrator Lexie Domaradzki
• August 18: Primary Elections
• August 21: Pierce Co. Planning Commission Chair John Purbaugh
• August 28: Peninsula School Board/Students from China - Jill Guernsey

CHAMBER BUCKS ARE HERE! For more information, follow this link: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/ChamberBucks.pdf.

JOIN US AT THE NEXT RIBBON CUTTINGS & GRAND OPENINGS:

• August 12: 12:15 p.m. - Prima Salon - 3019 Judson Street, Suite A
• August 13: 12:15 p.m. - Maritime Chiropractic - 6659 Kimball Drive, Suite A-102
• September 4: 12:15 p.m. - Gig Harbor Yacht Club - 8209 Stinson Avenue

POWERHOUR! Did you know that we have sponsorships available for the PowerHour luncheons? For more information, follow this link: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/SponsorshipApplication.pdf.

If you haven't made it to PowerHour recently you are missing a fast, fun, fantastic way to meet other Chamber members. It only takes an hour out of your day and you get a terrific lunch too! The sponsorship for this month is still available!

Join the liveliest bunch of local professionals on August 5, 2008, from Noon to 1:00 p.m. at MultiCare located at 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW. If you have a friend who is considering joining the Chamber, bring them once as your guest. Panera Bread will be proving lunch, and the cost is only $10, payable at the door. Please RSVP by Friday, August 1, to the Gig Harbor Peninsula Chamber of Commerce at: membership@gigharborchamber.com or call Tami at 253-851-6865. Bring plenty of business cards to exchange during speed networking!

Here's the agenda in case you want to prepare: 11:45 a.m. - Grab Lunch and Visit; 12:05 p.m. - Welcome; 12:20 p.m. - Speed Networking; 12:50 p.m. - Networking Follow-Up; 1:00 p.m. - End

• September 2nd - MultiCare at 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW
• October 7th - MultiCare at 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW
• November 4th - MultiCare at 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW
• December 2nd - MultiCare at 4545 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS - August 27, 2008, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Toadilly Scrappin'. The theme is "You Make it and You Take it - Discover & Explore Your Creativity!" Items will be available for purchase from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., and a discount coupon will be provided to those in attendance. Toadilly Scrappin' is located at 6820 Kimball Drive, Suite 7. Reservations are required. Please RSVP to the Gig Harbor Peninsula Area Chamber of Commerce at: membership@gigharborchamber.com, or call: 253-851-6865. Remember to bring your business card for the drawing and networking. For your convenience, click here for an informational, printable flyer (please wait for it to load): http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/BAHFlyer08-27-08.pdf.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE UPCOMING BUSINESS AFTER HOURS:

• September 24, 2008 - TBD
• October 22, 2008 - TAPCO Credit Union - 4827 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW
• November 19, 2008 - Harbor Graphics, Inc. - 1617 Stone Drive NW, Suite B
• December - No Business After Hours - Holiday Party this month.

MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST: September 10, 2008 - Cottesmore of Life Care, located at 2909 14th Avenue NW, starting promptly at 7:30 a.m. RSVP to Tami at membership@gigharborchamber.com, and don't forget your business cards. The nominal fee for the Membership Breakfast is being increased to $15 in advance, and $20 at the door. This increase is necessary to cover the increase in our costs, as well as bring in more dynamic speakers and make the Membership Breakfast meetings more educational and beneficial to our members.

MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST MEETINGS - WE HAVE ADDED SOME DATES, SO MARK YOUR CALENDARS:

• October 15, 2008
• November 12, 2008

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IBG, INC. - 253-509-0173, John Diambri, 4423 Pt. Fosdick Drive, Suite 107, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. E-Mail: johnd@ibginc.net, Website: http://www.ibginc.net. IBG is a sales and marketing consulting firm specializing in developing a sales focus throughout an entire organization. By focusing each and every employee on sales and sales growth, tremendous increases can be achieved in total business growth and market penetration.

JBF & ASSOCIATES LLC - 253-310-4676, Jim Fernbaugh, 4309 126th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. E-Mail: jbf-associates@comcast.net, Website: http://www.jferny.com. I am a website specialist. I work with animation of site content such as text, pictures, video, etc. in association with other design specialists. I can create a total website solution. I work on a project-by-project basis. I start with a short consult and go from there.

GIG HARBOR HISTORIC WATERFRONT ASSOC. - 253-857-8643, Joyce Taylor, 5125 Olympic Drive NW, Suite 108, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. E-Mail: jtaylor@frontierbank.com. Gig Harbor Historic Waterfront Association (GHHWA) is implementing the National Main Street Center's Main Street Approach™ in Gig Harbor. GHHWA's goals are to create and promote constructive relationships between all stakeholder groups interested in the historic waterfront district. Many of Washington's communities, like thousands of communities across the country, are using the Center's Main Street Approach to effectively address the complex and changing issues facing the downtown business environment. The Main Street Approach works as a catalyst to encourage economic development within the context of historic preservation in ways appropriate to today's marketplace. The Association is a volunteer-based group relying on the support and time of its members, which include local government, businesses, residents, property owners, and non-profit organizations along with individuals and families. GHHWA is a 501(c) (3) non-profit Washington corporation.

CONVERGENT THERAPIES - 253-858-4845, Luther Chan, 5800 Soundview Drive, Suite C-101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. E-mail: luther@convergenttherapies.com, Website: http://www.convergenttherapies.com. Convergent Therapies offers superior massage techniques and skills that surpass our competition. We provide patients with the proper knowledge and education to help their healing process. Through massage, exercise and other movement, we treat patients with injuries, chronic pain, poor posture and other disorders. For information or to make appointment online, please visit our website. We bill most insurance. Chamber members receive $10 off your first visit.

WHITE PINE LODGE - 253-858-3796, Joan McCarty, 3812 60th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. E-mail: whitepinelodge8@aol.com, Website: http://www.whitepinelodge.net. White Pine Lodge is a beautiful log home situated in a 3 acre meadow, along the Wenatchee River in the peaceful Plain Valley. White Pine Lodge sleeps 10+ people with 3 bedrooms and a loft, and 2 full bathrooms. The fully equipped kitchen includes an espresso machine, coffee grinder and even a turkey roaster for your holiday dinners. There are cathedral ceilings covered in beveled pine, a gas fireplace surrounded by local river rock, a spacious covered wrap-around deck complete with a gas barbecue, and comfortable furniture for you to take in this peaceful setting. Check out our website for a virtual tour.

SEND OUT CARDS - 253-651-2089, Bob Ingram, 507 Fox Fire Road, Fox Island, WA 98333. E-mail: bobingram7@aol.com, Website: http://www.sendoutcards.com/bobingram. Send Out Cards is a customized contact management system whereby business owners can inexpensively send out greeting cards expressing appreciation and promoting their business.

PIWO NAILS & SPA - 253-858-4003, Lisa Lam, 7108 Pioneer Way, Suite D, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Full service nail salon offering all the classic manicure and pedicure options, plus exclusive spa escape packages. Open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sundays by appointment. 10% off for Chamber members.

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1-2-3 FIT - NOW OPEN at 3111 Harborview Drive, Suite 200-B. We invite you to come by and check out this new revolutionary fitness club and receive a free workout card for you and a friend. Our hours are: M-F 6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and Sat. 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Sunday CLOSED. All Gig Harbor Chamber members will receive a special discounted rate of $49.00 a month with no enrollment fee.

A GREATER PLAN WEDDINGS & EVENTS CONSULTING - 253-514-3597, Gina Marie Lillie, E-Mail: agreaterplan@hotmail.com, Website: http://www.agreaterplan.com. A Greater Plan is a professional and experienced events planning company with a variety of packages and custom tailored services. From corporate business building functions, to large and small private events. Chamber members receive $100 off services of $450 or more (expires 9-30-08).

ADAM & EVE CLOTHING CO. - 4729 Pt. Fosdick Drive, Ste 400, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Adam & Eve Clothing Company offer the latest in men's and women's fashion. We carry designer denim, tees, dresses, handbags, sunglasses, and shoes. Our staff is trained to be your personal shopper and help you to create your perfect look. Open 10-8 Monday through Saturday, and 12-6 on Sundays. For all Chamber members we offer 10% off regular priced items.

ANYTIME FITNESS - Chamber members receive 50% off our membership enrollment fee, 10% off any of our standard monthly rates (our most popular monthly rate is $39.95), one hour orientation with our personal trainers, one month of unlimited tanning FREE, free t-shirt, water bottle and work-out towel. Contact Dean at Anytime Fitness by calling: 253-509-2747, or visit 5275 Olympic Drive NW, or online at: http://www.anytimefitness.com.

ANCHOR BAY MORTGAGE - Mortgage broker fee waived on all loans closed with Tracy Dullum (lic #510-LO-29217) Anchor Bay Mortgage (510-MB-29216). You must mention this ad. I have the lowest rates and fees in Washington! Please call: 253-224-1408, or e-mail: tracy@anchorbaymtg.com.

APPLIED RIGHT FINISHES - 253-225-9831, Tim Moen, E-Mail: tim.moen@appliedright.com, Website: http://www.appliedright.com. Applied Right Finishes is a full service painting contractor with over 14 years of experience. We specialize in residential/commercial interior and exterior painting, and pressure washing services. Other services include texture and drywall repair. Licensed, bonded and insured above State requirements. Discounts offered to Chamber Members.

BAYSIDE WINDOW FASHIONS - Offers Specific Discount: 30% discount on Free In-Home Design consultation. Contact: Joni Challis at joni@baysidewindowfashions.com or call 253-857-3818.

BERRYLANE PHOTOGRAPHY - 253-861-1115, E-Mail: berrylanephotography@gmail.com, Website: http://www.berrylanephotography.com. From the more traditional head-shot for the yearbook, to the shots seniors call "the cover of my first CD." Each senior session includes a personal stylist whose whole focus is making the senior look their best. For family photography, we go with classic, black and white images only-creating timeless pieces of artwork. We work exclusively on location using all natural light. Discounts available for Chamber members.

BRA LADY - Jan Manzi, 253-851-2266, 5800 Soundview Drive, Suite 101 B, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Expert Bra Fitting Free with Purchase! 9 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong size bra. Are you one of them? Improve your posture immediately and look ten pounds thinner, and see your clothing fit better! I specialize in mastectomy, teen, maternity, nursing, and sports bras. I also have special silicone bras to increase bust size.

BRIX 25° - Jason Winniford, 253-858-6626, 7707 Pioneer Way, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Brix 25° - Flavors of the Northwest - ½ price bottled wine every Wednesday night! Full bar coming in early 2008. For a look at our menu (which changes often), please visit our website at: http://www.harborbrix.com/.

BULKHEAD SPORTSWEAR - Call us for all your embroidery needs. Custom shirts, hats, jackets, etc. We do not have a minimum order required. 10% off to all Chamber Members. Call or E-Mail Jeff Dullum for your free, no obligation quote at 253-224-0111 or jeff@bulkheadsportswear.com.

CLOSET TAILORS OF GIG HARBOR - Closet Tailors' Organization Specialists are well versed in the art of creating space, order and harmony in your home. Free in-home consultations. Special 10% discount to Chamber members on any order over $1,000. Call Bill Peach at: 253-853-1855, or E-Mail: bpeach@closettailors.com.

COMPUTER SUPPORT ON WHEELS - Professional, personalized, and caring computer service provided at your office or home. Over 20 years of extensive computer knowledge and experience. No charge for travel time. Computer Support on Wheels...a local computer support company. Chamber Members receive $25.00 off first service call. Please call Tod at 253-279-1165 or E-Mail tod@computersupportonwheels.com for an appointment.

CONVERGENT THERAPIES - 5800 Soundview Drive, Suite C-101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Convergent Therapies offers superior massage techniques and skills that surpass our competition. We provide patients with the proper knowledge and education to help their healing process. Through massage, exercise and other movement, we treat patients with injuries, chronic pain, poor posture and other disorders. We bill most insurance. Chamber members receive $10 off your first visit. Call Luther at 253-858-4845.

CROWNWATERMARK BUSINESS CONSULTANTS - Business turnaround specialist, provides small business owners with finance, management and cash flow solutions. Chamber Discount: 15% discount on consulting fees following your paid Discovery & Cash Flow Analysis. Call Stephen Tillotson at 253-279-4067, or E-Mail: stephenht73@aol.com.

CURVES - Check out the new, most advanced fitness technology in the world "Curves Smart" that gives you a customized workout based on your personal fitness level. Chamber members will receive a 50% discount on the one-time setup fee. Our most popular monthly rate is $34. Call today for an appointment: 253-853-2075 and get started toward a healthier, more fit, you. Located at 3105 Judson Street, Suite C.

CUSTOM IMPRESSIONS - 253-564-8044, E-Mail: doug@customimpressionsusa.com, Website: http://www.customimpressionsusa.com. We are a full service promotional products agency, providing imprinted items for all your marketing needs. Special Chamber offer: Free set up on your first order!

DIMOND KASE DESIGNS - 253-225-7735, Lisa Kase, By Appointment, E-Mail: dimondkasedesigns@comcast.net, Website: http://www.dimondkasedesigns.com. Dimond Kase Designs is a graphic design and visual communications company. Services include logo design, newsletters, postcards, brochures and more. 15% discount to Chamber Members.

DREAM CENTER - Meeting space holds up to 40 individuals. Price for rental includes TV/DVD/Stereo Display/Tables and Chairs. Available for hourly, daily or nightly rentals. Weekend rates also available. 10% discount available for Chamber members and long term rentals. We are currently offering $25-off your first rental fee if you stop by the Chamber office and pick up a Discount Coupon. Call: 253-278-9001.

EDGE LEARNING INSTITUTE - The Edge Learning Institute is a training and development organization that's been in business for over thirty years. Our training focuses "not on making people better employees, but on helping your associates become better people." Seminars are conducted monthly at our Tacoma training center. More information is available at: http://www.edgelearning.com or by calling Tony Michaelson at 253-851-2525. Chamber members will receive a 20% discount to all local seminars/workshops.

ENCOURAGEMENT PRESS 2ND EDITION - Offers a Chamber Member discount of 50% off the retail price of any book published by Encouragement Press 2nd Edition. Chamber members must call: (253) 303-0033, or E-Mail: chip@encouragementpress.com. Payment by credit card accepted, tax will be added, shipping & handling is free. All books are available for viewing on our website: http://www.encouragementpress.com.

EVID.US - 253-444-5000, Dorothy Brinz, By Appointment, E-Mail: dbrinz@evid.us, Website: http://www.eVid.us. If a picture is worth 1000 words, what's a video worth? Make a great first impression with video e-mail, video conferencing, and virtual video sales reps. Low monthly costs. 10% discount for Chamber Members.

FASTFRAME OF GIG HARBOR - 253-853-3726, 5500 Olympic Drive NW, Suite E-104, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. E-Mail: fastframe556@yahoo.com, Website: http://www.fastframe.com. This mother-daughter team offers you custom framing from a simple, matted picture to a more complicated shadow box. We also provide in-home design consulting, fine-art limited edition prints, and vintage art. All of our work is conservation, preservation or museum quality and is done in-house. Open weekdays 10-6:00, and Saturday 10:00-4:00. 20% discount to Chamber Members.

GENTILLY HOME SERVICES - Mike Gentile, 253-884-2491, E-Mail: mikeys.low@netzero.com. Handyman services include: carpentry - frame to finish trim, repairs to replacement, water damage, and sheetrock repairs. Plumbing and electrical services include minor repairs and fixture replacements. "Free Estimates - Doesn't Hurt to Call and Ask." Member to Member discount: 10% off labor charges for jobs over $101.00. Discount applies to amount above $101.

GENTILLY HOME SERVICES - Now offering annual property maintenance inspections. You will receive full interior and exterior property inspection, pictures of problems and areas of concern, full written report with detailed explanations, written suggestions for remedies and resolutions. 10% discount applied to four or more properties. For more information: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/GentillyHomeServices.pdf.

GIG HARBOR RENT-A-BOAT & CHARTERS - 8829 North Harborview Drive, 253-858-7341, Website: http://www.gigharborrentaboat.com. If it is zipping around the Sound or a slow cruise through the harbor, Gig Harbor Rent-A-Boat & Charters, LLC has a boat for you. A day on the water will wash away rainy day blues! Chamber Members receive a 5% discount for a single or double kayak rental.

HARBOR CARPET, UPHOLSTERY AND HOME CLEANING - Offers a 15% discount off any service (carpet and upholstery cleaning; on-going discount); home cleaning - discount on first cleaning only. Call 253-851-5533.

HARBOR MARTIAL ARTS, INC. - 253-857-4621. Harbor Martial Arts offers the most unique martial arts and fitness training available, in a fun and safe environment. It is the only school in Washington to offer HAGANAH (Israeli Self Defense), and CrossFit, a revolutionary strength and fitness program utilized by many Special Forces. HMA features a practical and modern Karate system for ages six to adult, and has a convenient schedule Monday through Friday. Chamber Members receive two weeks of free training.

HARBOR ROOF AND GUTTER CLEANING - 253-225-2852. E-Mail: brentsemail@comcast.net. We provide safe cleaning of your windows, roof, gutters, driveways, sidewalks and decks, and never leave a mess behind. Using safe chemicals to loosen dirt, moss and algae, we are able to use low pressure to remove debris without damaging surfaces. Moss control and sealers are also available. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00-5:00. 10% discount is offered to all Chamber members. We are currently offering $20-Off Gutter Cleaning.

HARBOR TAXI INC. - 253-255-5665. Providing Taxi Service from Gig Harbor to the surrounding areas and Seatac Airport! Our professional drivers are available 7 days a week for your convenience. * Airport runs 24 hours/day * Local rides 5:00am - 2:00am * Courier Service - package and parcel delivery. Chamber members receive $2.00 off per fare. Click here for coupon: http://www.harbortaxicab.com/coupon.htm.

HOLMES CHIROPRACTIC - Come in to Holmes Chiropractic for the current massage special! Buy 3 massages for $150 and get the 4th massage free! Save $70 on four massages! (Normal price for four massages is $220.) E-Mail us at holmeschiro@centurytel.net or call 253-858-5152.

HUSH BABY CHILDREN'S BOUTIQUE - 253-279-4909, 4729 Pt. Fosdick Drive, Suite 100-A, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Hush Baby is an upscale children's and maternity boutique located in Uptown Gig Harbor. We offer unique clothing for infants, toddlers 2 - 6, and moms-to-be, with an extensive collection of diaper bags, seat covers, pacifiers and shoes. Come to our weekly interactive story time for an hour and parents can receive 10% off. We also offer a professional free twenty minute photography sitting of your children inside the store studio. Learn more at http://www.hushbabygigharbor.com.

JAKE'S BREW COMPANY - 253-514-8573. E-Mail: info@jakesbrew.com, Website: http://www.jakesbrew.com. We roast our coffee to order, using the highest quality bean, so we can provide you with great taste and a simply satisfying cup of coffee. Enjoy fresh, gourmet coffee, coffee beans, and specialty chocolates from our coffee roasters in Gig Harbor. Wholesale and retail orders available. Free delivery and Chamber members receive 10% discount.

JOLENE E. HILLIS, C.P.A - A small accounting firm, we provide services to include financial statement, business consulting, business bookkeeping, state filing of taxes and reports, payroll services, computer consulting, employee training, tax planning, Federal and State Income Tax filing and other accounting services as requested. Free consultation and 10% discount on initial billing. Call: 253-973-6585.

KIM RIOX, DDS - 253-857-6778. We are a family, cosmetic and general dentistry practice. Our office is unique because we have a very comfortable, warm and friendly atmosphere. We consider our clients a part of our family. Our office offers a spa-like atmosphere. A 5% discount is available to Chamber members.

MACKERT AUTOMOTIVE - 3416-B 57th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. 3416-B 57th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Member to member discount is 5% off parts and labor, some exclusions apply. Call: 253-851-3307.

MAGICAL CUSTOM CLEANING & DESIGN - Using only top quality, environmentally friendly products, we offer a wide variety of services. Customized to your needs, you're left with no harsh or excessive odors, providing a sanitary and inviting space to enjoy. Ask about our custom design services. Chamber members receive 20% off deep-clean, and $20 off the first two regularly scheduled maintenance cleans. Call: 253-906-3120.

MEMORIES FOREVER - Chamber Member Discount - Business Portrait Package 25% off. Specializing in portrait photography, we photograph individuals, families and children. We also photograph weddings, special occasions and corporate events. We have traveled as far as Hawaii and San Francisco for on-location shoots! Phone: 253-853-1665, E-Mail: roynsueb@comcast.net, Website: http://www.memoriesforeverphotography.net.

NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS, INC. - Are you concerned about the security of your computer network? Worried that when you have a hardware/software failure who will you call to fix it? For a FREE security sweep of your network, please call Merrie Lee Fowler at: (253) 592-1250, or e-mail: merrielee@callthecomputerguy.com. Network Communications is a FULL service IT company that provides unexpected quality and excellence in the technical field. Our engineers have the knowledge and experience to answer all of your business and information requirements, including Business Applications, System Networking and Physical Security Systems.

NILSEN WOODWORKS - Magnus Nilsen, 253-858-5072, 10616 124th Avenue KPN, Gig Harbor, WA 98329. E-Mail: nilsenwoodworks@centurytel.net, Website: http://www.nilsenwoodworks.com. Nilsen Woodworks specializes in outdoor Cedar products using reclaimed lumber as much as possible. I make a variety of products from Potting Benches, Picnic Tables, Planter Boxes all sizes, and 15 and 19 inch square Patio Tables with Ceramic Tile or Granite inserts for your favorite plant, or as a side table on your patio. I design and build all my own products. I am offering all Chamber members a 15% discount.

OFFICE DEPOT - Chamber Members receive a discount of up to 75% on Office Depot's "Top 50" items, in addition to 5% off any item in the store. Businesses can also receive volume discounts on items specific to the individual businesses that are purchased frequently. This is a Member-to-Member discount. The Chamber is currently set-up on this program and has started to see the benefit. Stop by Office Depot and tell them you want to sign up - it's free!

OLYMPIC SQUARE TOWNHOMES - 253-858-2888, Brenda McDaniel, 5287 Olympic Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Olympic Square Townhomes is a mixed-use community combining residential living with retail establishments. $250.00 will be awarded to Chamber member upon occupancy of a qualified referral.

PARADISE PAINTING - Edward Sorrentino, 253-278-9001, E-Mail: dreampowerllc@yahoo.com. High-end specialty residential painter, trustworthy and dependable. Roll-on (not spray), custom work on interiors only. Single room to full interior. 10% discount to Chamber members.

PARADISE THEATRE - Offers 10% discount to Chamber members on all shows, and discounts on the 1st Saturday of every Show Run - receive a "Free Ticket" when buying three ($20 value). All seats are reserved. Wheel chair accessible. Contact: Vicki Richards at 253-851-PLAY (7529), or vrichards@paradisetheatre.org.

PRIMA SALON - 3019 Judson Street, Suite A, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. We are a full service salon offering exceptional hair cuts and color services as well as updos, makeup application and bridal services. Our salon hours are Monday through Friday 9-6:00 p.m. and Saturday 9-4:00 p.m. We will carry a full line of Paul Mitchell products and Retro Chic by Joshua. We offer a 10% discount on products to Chamber members.

PYRBLU, INC. - 253-851-0350, Wally McMullin, 4423 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW, Suite 208, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. PyrBlue, Inc. is a retirement coaching company that simplifies the process of retirement. Each client clarifies what they want their present and future to be, and PyrBlu's Balanced Living System automates their vision. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. PyrBlu, Inc. will offer a 10% discount for the Balanced Living System to Chamber members.

RANDAHL COMPANY d.b.a. THE BEST OF GIG HARBOR - Offers members $100.00 off your first insertion. Contact Rick Randahl at 253-265-3384 or e-mail him at rrandahl@comcast.net and check out www.tbopUSA.com for valuable on-line promotional offers in the Gig Harbor area and throughout the state of Washington.

RESCOM DEVELOPERS, LLC - Not only do we have great prices on quality hardwood floors, we would like to offer Member's removal and re-installation of base trim on any hardwood floor purchase and installation. This is up to a $500 value on an average size room. Our floors have a 25 year warranty, so call ResCom today for your estimate, and please mention this ad to receive your discount: 253-906-3120.

SOUND PROOF EDITING - Provides professional editing, writing, and proofreading services. Owner, Leslie Heineman, has more than 10 years of experience in newspaper, magazine, and public relations genres. Let her provide the peace of mind that comes from knowing your ad, brochure, menu, or annual report is error free before it goes to print. Call Leslie at: 253-737-7799. Chamber members receive a 10% discount.

TOP OF THE LINE STAGING - A fresh, new face on home staging to sell your home faster and for more money! Dazzle prospective buyers with great first impressions! Staging services available for both furnished and unfurnished homes. All Gig Harbor Chamber members will receive a 15% discount on your Home Staging consultation. Call for your free walk-thru: 360-265-4901.

UNIQUE TRAVEL - Escape to the sun with Unique Travel in January of 2009, on an 8-day Exotic Mexican Riviera cruise on the Carnival Spirit to Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, and Manzanillo! Receive a $100 per-person discount for an oceanview, balcony stateroom, plus a $50 shipboard credit per stateroom. Price is only $739 per-person (plus $99.24 taxes). A $100 per person deposit will hold a stateroom, which is fully refundable. Call soon - only a few are left! Contact Yolanda at Unique Travel: 253-265-2044 or email: uniqtrav2@cs.com.

WEST SOUND WORKFORCE - When you place your first job order with us, you will receive a Member-to-Member Discount of 8 free hours on a 2+ week temporary assignment, or a $150 discount on a permanent placement. Call 253-853-3633 for more information.

WHITTINGTON TILE & STONE - Offers Chamber member 10% off granite installations. Please call 253-683-0987 for more information.

WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED - Offers a 20% discount on Wrapped Gift Packages from WBU, located at 3120 ½ Harborview Drive. - 253-851-2575. Stop in for Great Gift Ideas!

WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE - Janet Lee - Just for Chamber members, we will pay for the appraisal if you are buying a home, or pay for a home warranty if you are selling a home. Call: 253-853-7000, or E-mail: janetlee@windermere.com, Website: http://www.welcome2gigharbor.com/.

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THE INN AT GIG HARBOR Offering a $25 gift certificate for use at either The INN at Gig Harbor, or its acclaimed Heritage Restaurant, in exchange for information related to what influences your selection of a lodging and dining establishment. Information will be used in the INN’s strategic planning process for 2009 and beyond. Clink on the link to complete a short survey and to print out your $25 certificate as token of our thanks for your help: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=OQ2DKcoJKsJaF2ScJF3NQg_3d_3d.

CITY OF GIG HARBOR - National Night Out Celebration - The City of Gig Harbor Police Department will celebrate National Night Out as part of the Tuesday night Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert series on August 5th. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m., with the concert starting at 6:30 p.m. and featuring Pearl Django. National Night Out (NNO) is an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program to promote community spirit and police-community partnerships, neighborhood-by-neighborhood. The benefits of organizing your own local block party will most certainly extend well beyond the one night. The Tuesday night celebration in downtown Gig Harbor will close Harborview Drive for a true "block party" in the street in front of Skansie Brothers Park.

PARADISE THEATRE - Presents Urinetown - the Musical. Don't let the title scare you!! August 8th - 24th. Join us for our Season Finale! Fri & Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 4 p.m. Tickets: $20 Adults, $17 Seniors/Military, $10 Students age 25 & Under. Group Discounts Available! Online at http://www.paradisetheatre.org or by phone at 253-851-PLAY. Located at 9911 Burnham Drive NW at Turning Pt Community. FREE TICKETS FOR PRESS - We would love to have our show reviewed. Special Press Info: New York TV Actor jumps in to play the part of McQueen! Winner of three Tony Awards, three Outer Critic's Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards, and two Obie Awards, Urinetown is an earnest tale of love, greed, and revolution.

PARADISE THEATRE - Casting Call! Paradise Theatre is holding auditions for it's 2008-2009 Season. We are currently holding auditions August 9th at 2:00 p.m. Please come prepared with 16 bars of music for singers, and actors prepare a monologue or reading. We will also read from the scripts. Immediate casting for Arsenic & Old Lace, The Producers, To Kill A Mocking Bird, Godspell, Into the Woods, The Miss Firecracker Contest, and Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Paradise Youth Theatre presents Les Miserables, the Student Edition, and Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs. For more information or if you need to set up an audition, call 253-851-PLAY, email: vrichards@paradisetheatre.org, or visit the website: http://www.paradisetheatre.org. We are located at 9911 Burnham Drive NW.

GIG HARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT - SAFE STREET - Uniting neighbors against crime. This is your chance to talk about substance abuse - August 12th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Peninsula High School. For more information: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/SafeSt.pdf.

GIG HARBOR RENT-A-BOAT & CHARTERS, L.L.C. - Have fun learning the basics you need to know to paddle a kayak safely and effectively. Gig Harbor Rent-A-Boat & Charters, LLC offers a youth introduction to kayaking program for kids ages 9-14 in July and August. Four hour sessions will run Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A minimum of 4 to a maximum of 6 students per class provides individual training and attention. Visit us at: http://www.gigharborrentaboat.com, or call: 253-858-7341.

GIG HARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT - Classes are being offered for youth in our community at the Civic Center this summer. The attachment will give you all the details. If you have any questions, concerns or want to RSVP, contact CSO Lynn Mock 253-853-2426. For more information on the schedule: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/PoliceDeptClasses.pdf.

TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT - Pierce County Coalition for Environmental Health Priorities. The Gig Harbor/Key Peninsula workgroup has selected their priorities: drinking water, Puget Sound, and food system issues. Please help develop action plans over the next 6 months to address these priorities. Next year they'll work on finding additional resources to implement action plans. For more information please go to http://www.tpchd.org/ehpriorities or contact Marianne at 253 798-3823 or mseifert@tpchd.org. Upcoming meetings:

BREMERTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - China Trade Mission and Familiarization tour: March 20, 2009 for 9 days. Base cost is $1900, Chamber members get a discount of $100, paying by cash, check or money order knocks off another $100. There's no minimum number of travelers - this trip is happening for sure! For more information, call Warren at the GHPA Chamber of Commerce at 253-851-6865.

BEST WESTERN WESLEY INN OF GIG HARBOR - Please help us by dropping off your gently used purses or shopping bags at the Inn located at 6575 Kimball Drive in Gig Harbor. We are filling the purses with a few essentials to give to the ladies released from the Washington Corrections Center for Women, and they can use the shopping bags to carry their clothes instead of the brown paper bags they are given upon release. Let's give them a new beginning! For more information, please call 253-858-9690. Our heartfelt thanks to you!

COSTCO WHOLESALE - Gig Harbor Costco welcomes all business owners to sign-up for a Business Membership. Sign-up as an Executive Member and receive a $25 CASH CARD! To sign up, call 253-853-8600 ext. 249.

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY - Matt Thomson. I have a community blog that is ranked as the #1 Gig Harbor blog by Google where I enjoy highlighting local businesses. I've featured many small businesses already, and they are now on page #1 of Google's search pages (Gig Harbor excavation, childrens' clothing, home repairs, Gig Harbor Uptown, etc). If any Chamber Members would like their business featured on GigHarborUndressed, I'd be happy to meet with them. Call 253-226-7595. http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com/.

OLALLA RECOVERY CENTERS/GIG HARBOR COUNSELING - Is a loved one affected by drugs or alcohol? Have you considered intervention? To have your questions answered, please call Gig Harbor Counseling at 253-851-2552. Gig Harbor Counseling is a branch of Olalla Recovery Centers and has been providing chemical dependency treatment to our community for over 38 years.

PRINTING SERVICES INC. - Has purchased certain art files and paper products of Harbor Printing, a long time fixture of the business community in Gig Harbor. Pre-printed items in the inventory are now controlled by Printing Services Inc., which will make every effort to return to the rightful owners any paper or art left on the premises. Brad Potter and the staff at Printing Services are currently sorting through records and are fully committed to servicing the needs of customers previously served by Harbor Printing. Information may be obtained by calling 253-858-5350.

DEMOGRAPHICS OF GROWTH - For an interesting and informative look at estimated growth in the area, click on the following link to see the Synthesis of Growth Data Regarding the Gig Harbor/Key Peninsula Areas of the Central Puget Sound Region prepared by Yonn Dierwechter, Ph.D., Urban Studies Program, University of Washington, Tacoma, and supported in part by the Port of Tacoma: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/downloads/GigHrbrSummaryReport.pdf.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS - To see events scheduled throughout the year, please click on the following link and remember to check back periodically: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/calendar.html.

INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE GIG HARBOR PENINSULA AREA - For an informative, interactive map of the area, please click on the following link: http://www.gigharborchamber.com/interactivemap/.

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