Brought to you by the Members of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce Thursday, April 4, 2024 |
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Flower Basket Donation Drive Happening Now! |
It's that time of year when we collect donations for the flower basket project. Click the link below for more information and donation and sponsorship forms. |
Looking for a quick and easy way to donate without leaving the comfort of your home or office? Scan the QR Code below and use your debit or credit card!
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| Thanks to all our renewing Chamber Members! |
Many, many thanks to all of our Chamber Members who renewed their memberships in March:
American Valley Hardware Cindy Leland Mountain Mattress Plumas Club Plumas Unified School District
Quintopia Troop 151 and Pack 151, Scouts BSA |
Welcome to our newest Chamber member, incoming District 4 Supervisor Mimi Hall! |
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Congratulations to the March Winners! |
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Congratulations to the March winners of Quintopia's kids’ activities! Laureii age 11.5, for her wonderful story. And Everly, age 7, for her creative drawing. They’ve each won a $10 gift card for a treat at Quintopia. We will be in touch with their parents. Quintopia has a new story and drawing theme for April! |
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Bargain Boutique has their monthly half-off sale, happening now through Saturday! |
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Sushi menu below...This is Pangaea's last day for raw sushi so come out & get it while you can! Starts at 4:00 pm Last day of cafe Friday April 12th! Open Wednesday - Friday 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm 530-616-5864 Cash or Check Only! Nigiri (2 pieces) & Sides Seared Red AHI* $8/ King Salmon* $9/ Hawaiian Escolar* $8/ Seaweed Salad $8/ Long Rolls (ala carte) Spicy Salmon or Tofu Roll $14 (Cooked Spicy Salmon or Tofu, Carrots & Avocado.) The Dirty Callahan* $17/ (Cream cheese, carrots, avocado, green onion & jalapeños topped with Seared Red AHI, King Salmon, Hawaiian Escolar Spicy Mayo & Sriracha.) Tempura Supa Philly* $16/ (King Salmon & Cream Cheese Topped with Jalapeños Seaweed Salad, Tsumi Sauce & Spicy Mayo.) Nor Cal* $17/ (Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber & Cream Cheese topped w/ Spicy Tuna, Spicy Mayo & Tsumi Sauce.) Shogun Roll* $17/
(King Salmon, Tempura Shishito Pepper & Avocado topped with Red Crab, Fried Wont Tons & Tsumi Sauce.) Tropical $16/ (Citrus Marinated Hawaiian Escolar, Cucumber & Avocado topped with Mango, Macadamia Nuts & Tsumi Sauce) Have a great day! Please Be Aware Of The Risks Of Consuming Raw or Under Cooked Fish* Items Contain Raw Fish. |
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Grant Opportunities for Small Businesses |
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| T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined revolutionizes the rich history of executive-level training for small businesses. Sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), this research-based, executive-level program combines business fundamentals with the innovative tools and competitive strategies needed to deliver immediate results.
This intensive program gives ambitious small business owners a challenging opportunity to accelerate their growth through training led by business experts, strategize with professional coaches, and develop connections with like-minded peers.
Learn more here. |
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In partnership with American Express, the Backing Small Businesses grant program supports economically vulnerable and under-resourced small businesses with community reach and/or cultural significance.
This year, eligible small business owners can apply for $10,000 grants for projects that grow or improve their businesses by building community, supporting their economic viability, or bolstering meaningful change.
Learn more here. |
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Friday Night Means Art and Music! |
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Plumas Arts is pleased to announce a gallery opening reception Friday April 5th
from 5pm to 7pm at 525 Main Street in Quincy.
For the month of April the Plumas Arts Gallery is featuring the work of
Liz Swindell
An East Coast transplant living in Quincy, CA, Liz is an artist, educator, curator, and community builder. She is passionate about the arts and believes they are an important tool for celebrating our unique realities, creating connections, and building a more joyous and understanding world. Her artworks are colorful reflections of her travels and experiences, often many layers thick, embedded with hidden ideas, messages, meditations, and memories.
To see some more of Liz's work visit: wildpinesshop.com/pages/art-by-liz-swindell
Come by the Plumas Arts Gallery during regular hours to view the artwork. The gallery is open Wednesday through Friday 11am-5pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. |
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Deadline Extended to Sunday |
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Just a reminder that the 2024 WP Convention pre-registration has been EXTENDED to Sunday, April 7. The pre-registration fares will end at midnight, April 7. ALSO, if you just want to attend one day, the Friday or Saturday, we are offering DAY PASSES to enter the vendor room and check out the presentations that day. Day Passes are $20 each and will be sold at the door. To register for the convention, please go online at https://westernpacificstore.mybigcommerce.com/2024WPConve...
and select your convention options. If you are attending the convention, you can also join or renew your FRRS membership for half price, and buy the special convention car!
You can also visit the convention webpage for info and to download a mail-in registration form: https://www.wplives.org/.../2024_Western_Pacific... NOTE: please send no mail in registrations after April 4. There will be layout tours and a tour of the Oroville Dam and Oro Dam Railroad ROW. (Sign ups for Oro Dam tour will open shortly)
And modelers, please bring your WP family models (including SN, TS, CCT, ABL, OT and connections like the Quincy, Clover Valley, etc.) We would like to share and exhibit everyone's great model work, even if you don't want to enter the contest. We are also looking for folks to bring WP family photos to put on display as well!
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| With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City.
Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Join Magic Beanstalk Players at the West End Theatre as we tell the tale of everyone’s favorite little redhead! Opening night is April 11th. |
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What are the most Important Employable Skills and Educational Training? |
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| Building Futures: Shaping the Path to Economic Prosperity A Survey of Industry and Business Needs
The Jerry & Yvonne Kehr Educational Fund’s mission is to support educational, artistic, and vocational initiatives in Plumas County and provide resources that enhance learning opportunities for students of all ages. The fund aims to foster educational opportunities and excellence, promote innovation, and ensure equal access to education for all.
The purpose of the survey is to gather the opinions of local businesses regarding the most important employable skills and educational training for youth and young adults in our area. The insights collected will help us develop programs and projects that will contribute to the economic development and prosperity of our local communities. The data collected from the survey will be used to inform the strategic direction of the Education Fund's initiatives. Additionally, it will be used in funding applications to secure financial support from relevant agencies.
Completing the survey is expected to take approximately 7 minutes of your time. Rest assured that all individual respondent data will be treated with strict confidentiality.
TAKE THE BUILDING FUTURES SURVEY HERE Thank you for participating. If you have any questions or would like to follow up with us, please contact Susan Bryner, SBryner@AlmanorFoundation.org. The Members of the Jerry & Yvonne Kehr Education Fund, Tim O’Brien, Coldwell Banker Kehr/O’Brien Real Estate Susan Bryner, The Almanor Foundation Rita Bunzel, Sierra Pacific Industries
Trina Cunningham, Representative Maidu Culture Lauren McIntyre, Plumas Charter, Indian Valley Chelsea Harrison, PUSD School Board Member Anne Kassebaum, Retired East Bay Parks & Recreation , Lake Almanor Area Chamber
Betty Bishop, Retired Collins Pine Co. and retired School Board Member The Jerry & Yvonne Kehr Education Fund is a fund of The Almanor Foundation 278 Main Street • PO Box 949, Chester, CA 96020 530.268.5422 • EIN# 86-2462099 almanorfoundation.org/our-funds |
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What is a SmartHub Account For? |
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Calling All Artists, Makers and Creators! |
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Vendor applications being accepted now for the 53rd Annual Almanor Art Show in Chester, CA on June 22nd & 23rd! Visit the Plumas Arts website to submit an application.
Questions? Contact us at 530-283-3402 or by emailing Courtney@plumasarts.org. |
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Want to know about upcoming events in our area?
Simply click on the image below and you'll be taken to our Community Calendar! |
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Chamber Member Job Listings |
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Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship is hiring a seasonal shuttle driver and a bike tech. Find full job descriptions and instructions to apply here. |
| | Leon & Roy's is hiring a Server and a Pizza Maker. Apply in person at 231 Main Street in Quincy. |
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