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PO Box 250 l 255 B South Main l Driggs, ID 83422
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Weekly eNews
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April 30-May 6, 2012 |
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Member Announcements
The 2012 Teton Valley Balloon Rally will take place July 2-4. For more information, to become a sponsor, or to volunteer, contact Virginia Symons at (307) 413-0174.
The Teton Valley News has recently received 7 awards from the Idaho Press Club. Read the entire story here.
Corner Drug is now selling Trail Stickers for motorcycles and four-wheelers. The cost is $12. You will need to bring documentation with you to prove ownership, such as your title, a signed bill of sale with the VIN, or your renewal form from Parks & Recreation.
Kisa Koenig Photography will be offering beginning photography lessons, starting June 4. Learn more here.
Local Yocals Art Emporium is hosting the 2nd Annual Random All Star Comedy Club, starting June 11. Kids will be broken into groups based on interest, and will produce a play in three weeks! Cost is $265 for kids age 6-16, with supplies, instruction, lunch and snacks included. For more details, contact Teri Mclaren (208) 270-0833 or localyocalsart@yahoo.com.
Be sure to stop by the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Vase Sale on Saturday, May 12 from 10:00am-4:00pm on the sidewalk in front of the Driggs Community Center. Hosted by Teton Arts Council.
Got some bright ideas for Driggs? Join the Mayor’s discussion on his wordpress blog! mayordanpowers.wordpress.com
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Hot Deals from Members!
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The Byron Nelson designed Headwaters Golf Club is NOW OPEN and offering a special $50 per person rate to Teton Valley Chamber members through May 11th (includes cart & use of practice facility). Tee times limited so call (208) 787-3636 for available tee times.
Grand Targhee Property Management has 3-bedroom Buffalo Valley condominiums available for long-term rental at $600/month unfurnished or
$650/furnished. Contact Heidi at (208) 354-2440 for more information.
RAD Recycling is offering two months of free service for existing customers who refer a friend – ask someone to sign up today!
Teton Springs Lodge & Spa and the newly renovated Headwaters Grille are offering a Lodge & Complimentary Dinner Package – for $75/person, based on double occupancy, you will receive one night in a deluxe lodge room and dinner for two at the Headwaters Grille. This package valid through May 31, with some restrictions, based on availability. Call (208) 787-7888 to make your reservation.
Take advantage of Laser Ink‘s anniversary special – a case of paper for $9.99 with the purchase of a compatible toner cartridge.
Matt Berry of the Teton Valley Lodge is offering simple web setup for $250 to TVCC members – (800) 455-1182 or flyfish@tetonvalleylodge.com for more information. |
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email your Hot Deals! to virginia@tetonvalleychamber.com |
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Did you know?
the following information is brought to you by the Better Business Bureau:
What saving for retirement can save you at tax time
Contributing to a retirement plan can be a wise strategy for business owners who are looking to save on their tax bills, Gail MarksJarvis writes. “[B]ecause retirement
savings plans give you a tax break upfront when you contribute money to them, you can often stretch your money further simply by using one of these plans.” Chicago Tribune/Your Money blog
7 risks your business should be prepared to face
A number of different types of risk could hurt your small business, Carol Tice writes. Among the potential problems are natural disasters and key-man risk — the idea one
person is critically important to your business. “Now’s the time to start planning for the next curveball life will throw at your business,” she writes. Entrepreneur online/The Daily Dose blog
What the FTC’s new privacy report means for small businesses
A recent Federal Trade Commission report on consumer privacy doesn’t create new rules for company conduct, but it does provide recommendations for future privacy laws, Kevin Casey writes. Small businesses that don’t collect sensitive data might be
exempt from the FTC’s recommendations, and other companies might be able to rely on common sense. Tell customers about what information you are gathering, and let them know before changing your privacy policies, Casey writes. Intuit Small Business Blog
What to do when you suspect an employee of stealing
If you think that you’ve caught an employee stealing, it’s important to handle the situation carefully to avoid landing in legal trouble, writes lawyer Stephanie Rabiner. “If
you accuse an employee of stealing and without adequate proof, you may end up with a wrongful termination suit on your hands. Make sure you have a solid case.” Get the police involved, and be careful about what you choose to tell other employees about the situation, she advises. FindLaw/Free Enterprise blog
11 things you should look for in a laptop
When looking for a laptop, it’s important to decide what kind you are looking for, Whitson Gordon writes. Laptops range from the ultraportable to the ultrapowerful and
everything in between. As you shop, you should read user reviews and test the models you are interested in. Lifehacker
Why you need to put your company policies inwriting
It’s important to create a written record of your business’ policies, writes Jennifer K. Halford. Doing so lets employees know what is expected of them and can help to maintain employee morale, she writes. Having written policies can also protect your
company in the event of a lawsuit. FindLaw/Free Enterprise blog
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Weekly Calendar
Wednesday, May 2
Free Music Wednesday, 7:00-9:00pm, Alpine Wines Bistro, 15 South Main, Driggs, ID – Featuring Hally Loe, the world’s only Pop-Country music flutist. Hally is world renowned for her unique musical styling. In her high energy, motivational concerts, her dramatic music and message her inspiring story.
Thursday, May 3
Dig Driggs, 5:00-7:00pm, Lions Park, 2nd St. at Fremont Ave., Driggs, ID – Kids are welcome for this event. Driggs Community Garden will be discussing their project, its objectives and goals, as well as listening to guest speakers informing us on the techniques involved with high altitude gardening and conquering the hardships of gardening and landscaping in Teton Valley. Hosted by Alpine Wines Bistro.
Teton Valley Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting, 5:00-7:00pm, Chamber Office, 255B South Main, Driggs, ID – regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the TVCC Board of Directors
Dancer’s Workshop Western Swing Lessons, 7:00-8:30pm, Warbirds Cafe, 253 Warbird Ln., Driggs, ID – $10/person. For more information contact Rachel Tiede at (208) 354-3100 or rtiede@tetonaviation.com
Friday, May 4
Sake Tasting, 5:00-7:00pm, Alpine Wines Bistro, 15 South Main, Driggs, ID – Tasting Fee – $8 plus 10% off any tasting bottle and 15% of any case. Come explore the world of Sake. Sake is an alcoholic beverage of Japanese origin that is made from fermented rice. It is sometimes spelled saki or saké. In the Japanese language it is called nihonshu. Sake is often referred to in English-speaking countries as rice wine; however, this term is a misnomer. Unlike wine, in which alcohol is produced by fermenting sugar that is naturally present in grapes, sake is produced by means of a brewing process more like that of beer. Thus, sake is rice beer rather than rice wine.
First Friday Art Walk, 5:00-8:00pm, Downtown Driggs, ID – The Driggs Art Walk is a free program that invites local residents and visitors of all ages to explore Teton Valley in a whole new way. The Art Walk brings the incredible talent and creativity of regional artists into some of Teton Valley’s fantastic local businesses. Participants are invited to complete a walking route between featured businesses to experience a rich variety of art, from visual, to musical, to physical. Each business will keep its doors open late for the event and offer tasty refreshments and libations. For more information, contact by email at info@tetonvalleyfoundation.org, call organizer Teri McLaren (208-270-0833), or stop in Local Yocals Art Emporium, 99 South Main Street, Driggs.
Casual Observer Ribbon Cutting, 5:30pm, Casual Observer, 25 Wallace Ave., Driggs, ID – Refreshments will be provided and anyone who stops by will receive a non-expiring coupon for 15% off.
Saturday, May 5
Annual Spring Festival, 9:00am-4:00pm, MD Nursery & Landscaping, 2389 South Hwy. 33, Driggs, ID – Gardening fun in the MD greenhouse includes one day only deals, product demos, gardening tips, hands on children’s gardening arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and a chance to win prizes with your purchase. This is a free family event. Call (208) 354-8816 or visit www.mdlandscapinginc.com for more information.
Cinco de Mayo Cooking Class, 3:00-6:00pm, Aspen’s Market, 4015 Lake Creek Dr. N, Wilson, WY – Slow Food in the Tetons‘ 2012 Cooking Class Series continues on May 5th with a fun afternoon learning the techniques of sausage making and how to make handmade tortillas! A perfect way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Cost: $32 a person, includes food and recipes. RSVP: (307) 200-6141 by May 1. Partial proceeds benefit Slow Food in the Tetons programming.
Save the Date
Wednesday, May 8
2012 Idaho Conference on Recreation & Tourism, May 8-10, Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. 2nd St., Coeur d’Alene, ID – Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Idaho Conference on Recreation and Tourism! The annual conference is designed for Idaho lodging property owners and managers, outfitters and guides, campground owners, other tourism industry professionals as well as recreation providers throughout the state. ICORT 2012 will be held in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho – May 8-10, 2012.
Check out the agenda and register today – www.icort.wordpress.com. Call (208) 334-2470 to request registration materials by mail.
| The Teton Valley Chamber of Commerce puts out this newsletter weekly, listing upcoming Chamber Member events. If you have event or activities for the week of May 7-13, please email us before 3:00pm on Friday, May 4. |
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