August 8, 2012
Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce E-Bulletin

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Oroville, CA 95965
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Calendar Events

Ambassador General Meeting
08/08/2012
Oroville Hospital's Community Farmers' Market
08/08/2012
DJ Dancing at Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co.!
08/08/2012
The Book Club
08/08/2012
A book club for youth ages (8 & up), who's curriculum is based on reading books created by African American Arthurs. Teaching all our youth about there amazing historical journey's in our American History.
Oroville Chamber of Commerce MIXER
08/08/2012
8th Anniversary 8 hour Sale
08/08/2012
Crown Jewelry Co. is celebrating their 8th Anniversary with an 8 hour only 50% of all new jewelry on display sale.
Feather River Gypsies performing - Free Concert
08/09/2012
The Concerts in the Park series is a wonderful way for family and friends to gather while listening to amazing local talent.
Live Band Karaoke at Feather Falls Casino Brewery!
08/09/2012
Get on the Boat! Dinner & Cruise
08/09/2012
Gold Country Casino, Bidwell Canyon Marina and Forever Resorts present a tour of Lake Oroville aboard a 70' lake cruiser (12 couple occupancy. Includes one night hotel room, dinner for 2, prepared by our Chef and staff from the award winning Sixth Floor Steakhouse. Hors d'euvres, three course dinner of Caesar salad, Filet Mignon and Jumbo Prawn and a Steakhouse specialty dessert. Beer and wine can be purchased from Bidwell Marina prior to boarding. Early check in is offered at 1:00 pm, shuttle will depart at 3:30 pm.
Brotha' Hood: A Men's Forum
08/09/2012
Kung Fu Panda 2 - Movie in the Park
08/10/2012
Free live music - Steve Walker Band!
08/10/2012- 08/11/2012
MUMBO GUMBO at Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co!
08/10/2012
The Open Mic Showcase
08/10/2012
Community Talent Show, with live Host and DJ music, in house crowd. Starting: July 13, 2012 Every-Friday Evening: 4pm-6pm If you got the Talent, then we want to Showcase your Talents… Singing (all genres), Dancing, Rapping, Playing an Instrument, Magic Tricks, Jump Rope Skills, etc. Whatever your talent might be, bring it to the Open Mic Showcase… All Ethnicities are welcome to participate...
Better Breather's Club
08/10/2012
Feather River Senior Ctr Sat. Summer Entertainment
08/11/2012
Jimmy Buffett tribute at Feather Falls Brewing Co.
08/11/2012
14th Annual Berry Festival ~ Berry Creek
08/11/2012
BERRY FESTIVAL! Come join us for the 14th Annual Berry Creek Berry Festival, a free fun-for-all full of food, family, and festivities! Nearly 70 craft and food vendors and music all day.
Boys and Girls Club of the North Valley Fundraiser
08/11/2012
The 20 30 Club is putting on a Fundraising Event for the Boys and Girls Club of the North Valley on August 11th in the down town city plaza in Chico from 12-8 all donations will be presented to the club after the event. We are looking for vendors who want to participate please contact Sonny at 530-949-5570 looking for food and non food vendors.
Downtown Oroville Saturday Farmer's Market
08/11/2012
Board of Directors Meeting - Chamber of Commerce
08/14/2012
BNI
08/14/2012
Art Club -101
08/14/2012
AAFCC Art Club: A community class for youth 10 & up, where you learn art from a African American point of view. DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURING and other great forms of art.
New Venture Series for Start-up Businesses
08/15/2012
DJ Dancing at Feather Falls Casino Brewing Co.!
08/15/2012
Oroville Hospital's Community Farmers' Market
08/15/2012
The Book Club
08/15/2012

Progressive Mixer

Immediately following the Crown Jewelry celebration (see below), the Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a three-venue progressive Mixer:  REMAX/Altima Realty, American Best Value Inn & Suites, and the Holiday Inn & Suites.  These three distinct businesses are within walking distance of each other.  Come see what your real estate and lodging partners offer while you enjoy a nice evening stroll with hors d'oeuvres and beverages at each location.  This mixer begins at 5:30 pm at 672 Oro Dam Blvd, Suite 201 and ends by 7:00 pm.

Chamber Member Celebrates 8th Anniversary

Crown Jewelry Company is celebrating their 8th Anniversary doing business with the Oroville community.  Our "Business professionals of the year - 2011" Les and Kim Elam are celebrating with all of us on Wednesday, August 8th from 9:30am - 5:30pm, 1880 Bird Street. 50% off all new jewelry on display!!  Come visit the Elams and all of us who appreciate the contribution these two have made to our community!

Traffic Catcher Sites for YOU!

You can set it up yourself, or you can set up an appointment with the Chamber's Technical Resource Specialist, Cliff Marler.  He will assist you in settting up, refining and activating your Traffic Catcher Site.  This is a special offer to our Chamber Membership for $30. Contact Cliff at cmarler@orovillechamber.net to set up an appointment.

Bounty Booth Space FREE to Chamber Members



The Bounty of Butte County is inviting Oroville businesses to provide a sample of their "Made in Butte County" products.  Booth space for the Bounty of Butte County is free to Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce members.  Come and enjoy the Oroville Salmonfest, Friday and Saturday, September 21st and 22nd, the Bounty of Butte County, Sunday, September 23rd. If you are interested in participating as a vendor during either of these events, please link to the sites above for applications and requirements. Contact Mark Thorp at 538-2542, or mthorp@orovillechamber.net for more information.

Free Friday Movies in the Park

The Oroville Downtown Business Association presents Kung Fu Panda 2, FREE Friday Movies in the Park. Movie starts at sundown, following the pre-show activities (TBD). A smoke & alcohol free activity. Be sure to check out the YMCA Snack Shack, open before and during the show, for soft drinks, candy, and popcorn.

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Chamber Weekly E-Bulletin - August 8, 2012

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