Nov
2016
Luncheon photo gallery
Messages from the Chamber
President and the Executive
Director
Our Newest Members
November Luncheon: C-Tran “Keeping Clark County Moving”
Chris Selk from C-Tran will
be presenting
“Keeping
Clark County Moving: A CTran Update” It’s an exciting time for C-Tran
and its riders. The Vine
BRT system opens in
January,
electronic
fares are coming in
November 17th
July with the Hop
Fastpass;
updates
are being made to
the 2030 Plan that
could affect public
transportation in
both Camas and
Washougal.
Since 1981, C‑TRAN has provided
the citizens of Clark County with
safe, reliable and convenient
public transportation throughout
the Clark County service area.
Today we also provide Express
commuter service to downtown
Portland, Lloyd District, and
Marquam Hill; Limited bus service
with connections to the nearest
light rail station; and three
Connector service areas within
the city limits of Camas, La
Center, and Ridgefield.
Luncheon sponsored by C-Tran
This luncheon is sponsored by
Doors open at Camas Meadows @ 11:30AM for networking,
with the program beginning at noon. The cost is $20 for
members, or first time guests, and $25 for non-members.
Please RSVP by email: adminassistant@ cwchamber.com or
call the chamber office: (360) 834-2472
October Luncheon: Veronika Noise
Sponsored By:
New Members:
Tracey Judah of Dove Property Mgmt
& Brent Erickson
Sean Michaels & Brent Erickson
Tuite: Presidents Letter—November 2016
November is all about giving
thanks. We are thankful that
the stores no longer have
Halloween candy for us to
buy ‘for the kids!’ We are especially grateful when we get
to see the sunshine!! ThanksPamela Tuite giving is my most favorite
Chamber President holiday of the year. The focus is on good friends and
family; sharing a lovely meal and spending time together without any other expectations.
This year I am especially grateful for my
community. I have rounded out my sixth
year as a financial advisor here in Washougal. I am thankful for all the support I
have received and mostly for all the community connections that I have been able
to build over the last six years. I am delighted that I am a resource for so many
families and businesses right here in
town!
Another tradition that often kicks in in
November is the tradition of giving. There
are many wonderful organizations that
support families, right here in Camas and
Washougal, who may need some assistance. If you would like to learn more
about some of these local charities and
how to get involved, please reach out to
me.
I’m looking forward to seeing you all at
the luncheon on November 17th at Camas
Meadows!
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Erickson: 2016 Holiday Gift Basket Luncheon
One of the Chamber's
most fun-filled events,
the Holiday Luncheon, is
coming up quickly! Bypass footing the bill on a
holiday party at the ofBrent Erickson
fice and bring your staff
Executive Director
to the Chamber's Holiday
Luncheon event. This special luncheon
does not feature a speaker, but rather
focuses solely on a huge array of donated baskets by chamber members. All
the baskets follow fun themes like: martini, Italian, wine, chocolate, coffee,
fishing, tea, family game night, beauty,
relaxation and so many more. The doors
open at 11:30 and the event goes until
1:30 pm. Buy raffle tickets for $1 each
and put them in the box that corresponds for each basket - so you only win
what baskets you want! This event is
made possible by the sponsorship of
Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt Law Offices.
Basket donors enjoy publicity in our chamber's newsletter for the December and
January editions, as well as publicity on
our website and at the event in the programs. Baskets need to be a minimum
retail value of $100 each. If you would
like to donate a basket to the event
contact the chamber office and let us
know your theme so there are no duplications. Sign up now to attend.
This is a sell-out event!
Holiday event generously
sponsored by:
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During the holiday frenzy, we have
designed a relaxing and fun filled luncheon We can also help you think of a fun theme that
event at Camas Meadows Golf Club! There will be will get your basket lots of attention!
150+ businessmen and women at this event. The
This event provides a great way market
entire two hour luncheon is dedicated to yourself and your company, at a small cost.
showcasing wonderful baskets donated by CW
Chamber Members - all of which will be raffled
off! These gift baskets generally follow a theme
and all participants are given great name
recognition and exposure for their donation.
Donors will be highlighted at the luncheon, as well
as in the monthly newsletter, and the web page.
Contact the Chamber at (360) 834-2472,
or [email protected] to donate a
basket.
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CW Chamber Gift Basket Luncheon!!!
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All donations must be received in the
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($100 min value)
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Check all boxes that apply for every opportunity to advertise
your business!
Make Checks Payable to : CW Chamber
News, Events & Announcements
Support Local Businesses and Organization with these events:
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Friday, November 4 , 2016
First Friday: Thankful for Pie!
Would you agree that one of the hardest parts of the holidays is trying to decide what kind of pie to
have? What if your favorite pie is one you haven’t even tried yet? FEAR NOT! This 1st Friday
you’ll be able to stop in to participating business for a pie tasting, then vote for your favorite. The
Pie Walk kicks off at Journey Church at 7PM. More info can be found on the DCA page here.
Camas Gallery: Beth Norwood
Camas Gallery’s featured artist Beth Norwood, a
landscape and portrait artist, is originally from upstate New York, and came to the NW in 1988. The
beauty and grandeur of the region was such a spiritual high it became her journey to learn to how of
painting. Visit their reception during 1st Friday!
2nd Story Gallery: Mitchel Wyninger
“In The Shadows” by Mitchel Wyninger Second Story Gallery’s exhibit for the
month of November
Wednesday, November 11th
Columbia Ridge: Veteran’s Breakfast 7:30am-9:30am Columbia
Ridge Senior Living will be hosting a Veteran’s Breakfast. A breakfast buffet will
be served. Please RSVP by November 5th as space is limited. Complimentary for
all veterans and current residents. $5 for all non-veterans. RSVP at 360-335-1238.
Fri & Sat, November 18th & 19th, 2016
Washougal fire station: Annual Firefighters Turkey Carnival
Fun and games for the entire family! Starting Friday, try your hand at a variety of
games, from bingo, dice, and spinning a wheel, to win yourself a turkey. Entry is
free. Snacks / food will be available.
Thursday—Friday , November 24th & 25th, 2016
Thanksgiving!
The Chamber office will be closed Thursday November 24th and Friday November 25th for Thanksgiving. Enjoy your day of thanks!
Saturday December 3rd, 2016
2017 Camas Seniors Grad Night Team: Holly Days Bazaar
Support the 2017’s drug and alcohol free Grad Night Party on Saturday Dec 3rd
from 9-3 at Liberty Middle School. Breakfast and pics with Santa from 9-11. Face
painting workshop from 9:30-12:30.
Thursday December 15th, 2016
CW Chamber: Gift Basket Luncheon
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! This coveted annual event will be here before you
know it! On Thursday December 15th, the Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce is hosting the biggest holiday party in East Clark County: The 2016 Holiday
Gift Basket Luncheon! It's always a special time, with great food with a break
from our typical format.
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Camas-Washougal
Community Chest
fundraising drive
The Camas-Washougal
Community Chest launched
its annual fundraising drive
October 1st, with the goal of
raising $75,000 for the 2017
campaign. The money raised
is used to fund grants to local
non-profit organizations
which serve local residents in
need, runaway youth
programs, and address natural
resource conservation
education. Since 1946 the
Community Chest has been
all about local people helping
local people.
Members of the Chamber
have been very generous to
the Community Chest in the
past. Members know the
Community Chest ensures
donations stay in the
community and have a huge
impact.
The Community Chest is an
all volunteer organization
where last year, over 97% of
donated funds went directly
back to the community,
supporting 19 agencies,
providing 15,000 individual
services for the people of
Camas and Washougal!
New Chamber Members
Aptum Inc
Matt Deml, P.E., S.E.
411 NE 6th St.
Suite D
Camas, WA 98607
Ph: (360) 713-9400
Email: [email protected]
Website: aptuminc.com
Home Instead
Beth Anderson
9120 NE Vancouver Mall Loop
Vancouver, WA 98668
Ph: (360) 253-6028
Email: [email protected]
Website: homeinstead.com
Sean Michaels
1866 N 14th St
Washougal, WA 98671
Ph: (360) 901-8787
Executive Officers:
President—Pamela Tuite
Edward Jones
First Vice President– Jennifer Senescu
Camas Gallery
Second Vice President—Courtney Wilkinson
Country Financial
Treasurer—Carma Zarosinski
Carma For Design
Immediate Past President—Sharon Freiwald
Freiwald Business Services
Board of Directors
Dawn White– IQ Credit Union
Luke Shanahan—Farmers Insurance
Steve McCarthy—Washougal Sport & Spine
Laura Forsyth—Allied Fire & Security
Dale King—Columbia Ridge
Ben Samms—UL LLC
Don Dire—Brown & Brown NW
Staff
Brent Erickson—Executive Director
Brian J. Rohan—Administrative Assistant