Mt. Shasta Chamber Weblog

Chamber welcomes “New 2 You” variety store

L to R Back Row: Ned Boss, Mayor of Mt. Shasta; Dennis Patterson; Jim Howe; Pat Graham; Jackie Rendon; Sheri McCaleb;  Karen Escarcega; Maria Teresa Croy. L to R Front:  Sandi Patterson, President/Manager; Angela Auxter and Santa aka Larry Auxter.

After having rummage sales every other weekend this summer, the nonprofit New Humanity United, has raised enough money to open its Mt. Shasta variety store, “New 2 You” at 412 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd.  We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00 – 4:00 winter hours and 11:00 – 5:00 summer hour.

The funds raised by selling the donated used and new items will go to worthy local charitable nonprofits like Meal On Wheels, Hospice, and Jedi to name a few.

We sell quality items like furniture, antiques, artwork, clothing, books, china, jewelry, shoes, purses, herbal supplements, household items, electronics, small appliances, sporting goods, pet stuff, medical equipment, and much more.

We have Sales every day; Tuesday, “Books ½ off”; Wednesday, “Senior Day 55 or older 25% off”; Thursday, “25% off Electronics”, Friday, “50% off Bedding”; Saturday, “$3:00 Bag Clothing” and “Let’s Make A Deal Day”;  first Friday of the month.  Our store is like a boutique with thrift store prices, we are here to lend a helping hand to our community during these though times.

Services we will be providing include:  collecting food for the Great Northern Food Bank, donating books to local libraries, donating toys, crafts and clothes to schools whose funding has been cut, donating to domestic violence victims for necessities, providing work experience for high school students, giving residents a place to work off their community service, maintain a free box of clothes, shoes, blankets, and household items for anyone in need, and other community service opportunities.

We would like to thank our community for their generous donations and it is because of you we were able to open our store.  “New 2 You” is run sole by your donations of quality items so please keep them coming.  We accept donations on Tuesday- Saturday from 11:00- 3:00 for more information call 530-918-9570

Mountaindesignworks joins the Mt. Shasta Chamber

L to R: Jim Mullins Mt. Shasta Chamber President; Even, Amanda and Ron Cooper, Mountaindesignworks; Brett Waite & Vince Reinig, Mt. Shasta Chamber Board.

Mountaindesignworks is now a member of the Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce and brings the creative talents of graphic designer and artist Ron Cooper. Ron has worked in the local area for the past seven years. He offers personalized and accessible graphic design services creating websites, identity, branding, logos, user interfaces and print design. His work primarily focuses on design that maintains a balance between beauty and function and is heavily inspired by his lifelong career in the visual arts.

Mountaindesignworks works closely with each individual client from start to finish, offering knowledgeable, resourceful and creative design solutions. Ron draws upon his artistic talents and up-to-date technical knowledge, which enables him to meet the individual needs of each client. Services include the latest in database driven dynamic websites, development of unique, intuitive, functional and beautiful user interface experiences, complete identity packages and the appropriate tools for success both on the web and in print.

Form follows function and Mountaindesignworks aims to offer state of the art web design  with services that include, website creation, website extensions, icons, user interfaces, web typography, cms integration, coding, content strategy, e-mail and newsletter campaigns, e-commerce solutions, web hosting plans, digital photography, website redesigns, website maintenance, search engine optimizing (seo), social media and blogging platforms. Reach out to the world of mobile with responsive web design that is fluid all the way down to any number of new-fangled devices, and more.

For print services Ron draws inspiration from his love of traditional print design and typography. Print services include, logo development, identity graphics, branding, promotionals, labeling, package design, prepress setups, newsletters, rack cards, business cards, identity graphics, advertising, posters, calendars, signs, publications, digital and traditional illustration, graphic art, page layout, cd and dvd packaging, book covers, editorial spreads, magazine layouts and more.

Redesigns, overhauls and makeovers are always welcome. For more information contact: ron@mountaindesignworks.com. Visit Mountaindesignworks.com or call 530.918.9497

“Home Guard” will help whenever they can

Thursday, January 12, 2012, noon at Lalo’s restaurant, 520 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd., Mt. Shasta 96067

While soldiers in the 132nd detachment of the National Guard prepare to be shipped overseas next year, Mount Shasta’s Dan Dorsey is planning ahead. Dorsey is the man behind Home Guard, an organization formed to assist the families of deployed Siskiyou County soldiers. If you want to learn more about the organization come and listen to Mr Dorsey. The meeting is open to chamber members as well as the public. Bring a friend!

Bring your flyers, business cards or brochures to share with others as we will allow ample time for networking.

DOCS medical group opens in Mt. Shasta

L to R: Elizabeth Mitchell-Collord, Mt. Shasta Chamber Board;  Darlene Shoop, MA; Carrie Hood, MA; Janet Becks, Office Manager; Jim Mullins Mt. Shasta Chamber President; Dr. John Capos, DO; Ned Boss, Mayor of Mt. Shasta; Brett Waite, Mt. Shasta Chamber Board. Not pictured Renee Wilson, FNP

On November 22^nd, the Chamber of Commerce welcomed DOCS Medical with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Located at 408 Pine Street, DOCS took over the practice of Dr. Jill Schenk who relocated out of the state last year. Some features of the office are: fully computerized health records, in-office PT/INR testing, and same-day appointments for established patients. Most insurance are accepted and they are welcoming new patients.

In June, Renee Wilson, Family Nurse Practitioner, joined the practice. Her sunny personality and ability to put people at ease made her an immediate patients’ favorite. She comes from Fort Jones, where she has also shared a practice with her husband, Dr. David Wilson. Renee enjoys biking, gardening, running, hiking, and camping with her family.

In September, DOCS welcomed the addition of a medical director, Dr. John K. Capos, an ex-Navy Flight Surgeon who came to the area after practicing for several years in the Sacramento area. Born in Chicago, IL, Dr. Capos came to California in the mid 70′s while working as a Naval Hospital Corpsman. He attended medical school at Western University in Pomona, CA, and did student rotations both in the Mid-West and here on the West coast. He served his internship at Metropolitan Medical Center in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Capos believes in treating the underlying cause of medical problems, rather than just treating the symptom. Patients have been pleased with his thoroughness and the time he spends caring for patients. Dr. Capos enjoys living in Mount Shasta, and is looking forward to enjoying the outdoors and our beautiful natural resources.

DOCS Medical Group is looking forward to continuing to serve Mount Shasta with the dedication and caring that the staff has always shown. They are proud to be part of this wonderful community. Contact them at 530-926-3222.

Wise Mountain Botanicals is the newest chamber member

L to R: Joy Taylor, Chamber Board Member; Ned Boss, Mayor of Mt. Shasta; Amy Rachkowski, Owner; Brett Waite, Chamber Board Member; Ellen Coleman, Chamber Board Member.

Based in Mount Shasta, Wise Mountain Botanicals harvests abundant, native and locally grown medicinal plants to create hand crafted herbal remedies. The mission is to promote community health and vitality with herbal medicine. Wise Mountain Botanicals specializes in herbal extracts and herbal skin care products that are created from fresh wildcrafted or organically grown herbs. WMB is committed to producing the most energetically potent and high quality herbal remedies using fresh herbs that are abundant in the Mount Shasta bioregion.

Founder, Amy Rachkowski, is a certified herbalist who has been studying herbal medicine and botany for the past ten years. She is excited to share her knowledge and passion for herbs with the community through her line of herbal remedies.

Wise Mountain Botanicals sells a line of 25 single herb extracts, as well as compound herb formulas for specific ailments, herbal healing salves, and lip balms. Fresh tinctures of Elderberry, Yerba Santa, and Oregon Grape Root are the most popular during cold, flu and allergy season. Products can be purchased locally at Berryvale Grocery, Alpine Originals, and at www.wisemountainbotanicals.com. Products will be featured at the JEDI Holiday Party on December 8, 2011 from 3 pm- 6 pm at the JEDI office, located at 403 Berry St. in Mount Shasta.  For more information you can reach Amy at (530) 925-5003 or via email at amy@wisemountainbotanicals.com.

Northland Communications has moved

L to R: Brett Waite, VP of the Visitors Bureau; Ned Boss, Mayor, Cindy Corrales Visitors Bureau Committee; Shellee Mittan, Customer Service Representative; Vince Reinig, Regional Manager; Jim Mullins Chamber President; and Ed Valenzuela, County Supervisor.

Northland Communications celebrates the opening of its new customer service and sales office in Mount Shasta, California.  Located in the old Crispi’s Market building at 900 South Mount Shasta Boulevard, the building has been re-purposed to serve south county residents with all of their communications and technology needs.  Inside the warm and spacious new office, customers can experience the many products that Northland has to offer.

Sit in a comfortable chair and let the knowledgeable staff show you a whole new world of entertainment possibilities – powered by their Turbo Power® broadband Internet service.   New technologies such as Roku® and Tivo® DVR are available for you to test drive.  Both of these products bring a whole new dimension in entertainment, direct from the Internet in high definition on your big screen television and home theatre sound system.   Thousands of movies, sports, network shows, news programs and music are now available whenever you want them.

But that’s not all.  The New Northland Communications offers you a whole lot more.   Their Home Phone service includes unlimited local and long distance calling in the U.S. and Canada, many free calling features and will likely save you money.  Plus, you get to keep your existing phone number.

Northland continues to invest in its local facilities in order to stay at the cutting edge of technology.   Turbo Premiere internet service with up to 12Mbs downloads and 1Mbs uploads will be available in December.  Those speeds will double in 2012 – and even faster as the technology evolves.

So stop in and have some chocolate or popcorn while you check out Roku®, ESPN3 or a Digital Video Recorder.  Or just stop in and say hi – after all these are your friends and neighbors.

Northland Communications is your local broadband Internet, home phone and digital television provider. 530-926-6128.

New business opens its doors

L to R: Brett Waite, VP of the Visitors Bureau, Christi Hunt, cosmetologist, Dena and Chris Harding, owners, David  Kulick, DC, Judy Silva, staff, Cindy Stevenson, staff and Vicky Zanni chamber events coordinator.

The Wooly Butterfly, located at 308 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. is a full service salon, that offers ten dollar haircuts for men and twenty dollars cut for women.  Owner Dena Harding and Christi Hunt, who are both licensed cosmetologists accept walk in clients as well as take appointments which are available within a week.  Both stylists offer pedicures, manicures, and acrylic and gel nails, as well as haircuts, perms, and color.  All services are at prices that are conducive to our current economy.

The Wooly Butterfly features new and gently used  men and women’s  clothing, as well as handbags, shoes  , boots, and jewelry. All the clothing is ready to wear off the rack and at super reasonable prices. New inventory is displayed daily.  Consignment  items are accepted each Tuesday. Additionally the shop offers an array of wicker baskets which owner Dena will customize with your items for any special gift. For your holiday convenience gift wrapping is available which features beautiful handmade bows. You can find Bare Wallow Herbal Medicine which is organic and handmade by Cara Saunders.

The office of  David Kulick, D.C. is also located in the Wooly Butterfly.  Chiropractic and deep tissue treatments. Specializing in preoperative conditions, trauma, overuse syndromes and muscle knots that don’t go away.  Sessions are an hour with the doctor doing all the work. Appointment s can be made with the Dr. by calling 918-9466.

The Wooly Butterfly will be celebrating its grand opening on Friday, November 25th, during the downtown Christmas tree lighting activity. Holiday shoppers and browsers are invited to stop by during the festivities and enjoy refreshments.

The business is open Tuesday thru Saturday from 10am until 5:30 pm. For more information or to make a salon appointment please call 918-9277.

Friday Art Walk in downtown Mt. Shasta November 18th

Multiple art receptions will take place in downtown Mt. Shasta on Friday November 18, between 4 and 8pm. Participating galleries are: Siskiyou Arts Council (SAC) Gallery, Red Door Gallery, The Gallery In Mount Shasta (Black Bear Building), and Britton Stained Glass Studio. The receptions will feature original art and prints by a variety of local artists, and will offer light food and refreshment to visitors.

SAC Gallery‘s reception will be titled “Mountain Arts Cooperative Winter Gifts” and will take place 5-8pm. SAC Gallery is located at 418 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.

“Blue Vespa” oil painting by Aleksander

Red Door Gallery‘s reception will be titled “Studio Liink – 2011 Print Collection” and will take place 4-8pm. The show will include limited- and open-edition archival printwork by Studio Liink (the print studio component of the gallery) from paintings and photographs by Aleksander Balos, Finley Fryer, John Rickard, Cynthia Henderson and Heinz Danzberger. Red Door Gallery/Studio Liink is located at 326 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.

“Escorted By Legends” photograph by Brad Goldpaint

The Gallery in Mount Shasta (Black Bear Building) will showcase  photographer Brad Goldpaint, known for his striking photos of night skies combined with landscape images. Goldpaint will be present for the reception, which will take place 4-7pm. There will be port, chocolates and cookies as “a sweet thank you” to visitors. The Gallery in Mt. Shasta is located at 201 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd.

“Mother Teresa” stained glass art by Margaret Britton

Britton Stained Glass Studio’s reception will be titled “Glass Gifts & Ornaments” and will take place 4-7pm. The show will feature artist Margaret Britton’s large stained glass work as well as smaller pieces and ornaments made from stained or fused glass. Britton Stained Glass Studio is located at 211 E. Alma Street.

All receptions will run simultaneously on Friday, November 18. Receptions are free and open to the public.

Chamber urges representatives to re-authorize “Forest Reserve” funding

October 7, 2011

On behalf of the Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, I am writing to urge you to support the re-authorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act.

This source of funding, which is used primarily to support public education and the maintenance of the public roads here in Siskiyou County, is a vital part of the local economy.  The estimated 9 million dollars that Siskiyou County would not receive as its share of the revenues generated on the public lands within the county, would have a devastating effect on our local communities.

The importance of local public schools and local infrastructure such as roads and bridges cannot be overstated in a healthy business climate.  Increasing class sizes, loss of elective course offerings, loss of extra- curricular activities such as art, music, sports and drama all have a negative impact on the public school system, which is the lifeblood of a small rural community.   Additionally, the ability to get our goods and services to market and our employees to work is dependent upon roads being plowed and repaired when needed.

This compromise between the local residents and the federal government dates back to 1908 when President Teddy Roosevelt’s administration acknowledged that the lands that were being set aside for the public good also had value to the local residents.  As such, the local residents are entitled to a share of the revenues generated from those public lands since those same lands cannot be used in private enterprise, thereby generating tax revenue to maintain public schools and roads with.

This is not a charitable contribution by the federal government to the local community.  This is a continuation of a compromise worked out long ago – a compromise that has been working to the mutual advantage of the multitude of American citizens who travel to see and experience their lands, and the local residents of those lands who live, work and play here.

I urge you to support the re-authorization of this funding mechanism and to set it on a path for long term stability.  Short term extensions of this funding do not allow the local community to set long term goals, rather they force the community to always be preparing for the next cut in services.  The local business community depends on stability in government policies so that it can thrive.

Thank you for your time and consideration of this important issue for the residents of Siskiyou County.

Sincerely,

Vince Reinig
President of the Board, Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce
Mt. Shasta, CA

The Mount Shasta Chamber of Commerce sent this letter to senators Barbara Boxer and Diane Feinstein and Congressman Wally Herger on October 7th, 2011

Starlight Productions―A business that will make yours looks good.

L-R: Karie Ann Snure, Elizabeth Mitchell-Collord, chamber board member, Jim Mullins chamber president, Kathy Hall, owner and Vicky Zanni, events coordinator for the chamber.

Starlight Productions is owned by Kathy Hall who gets a great deal of support from her husband, Clint Jackson, of Mt. Shasta, CA.

They specialize in customizing practical items that highlight your business and fit your budget, timing and intended results. “The right promotional product is an exceptional value for your marketing dollars. It’s targeted and provides long term advertising value. The medium becomes the message. It increases and improves client and employee appreciation and loyalty.” says Kathy.

“We enjoy serving local, regional and national businesses and we love living in Siskiyou County! In our desire to promote the pristine natural beauty and pure clean water of our area, Starlight Productions has created a healthy sustainable stainless steel water bottle of the highest quality. It features the Mount Shasta Visitors Bureau’s website www.visitmtshasta.com and is adorned with a beautiful image of Mount Shasta by local photographer, Karrie Ann Snure!” says Hall.

These Mount Shasta bottles, as well as the same high quality eye-catching Peace, Love and Joy water bottles, are perfect for fundraisers or can be purchased at the following local retailers: Berryvale, Best Western Tree House, Directions, Gaia Hair Designs, Mt. Shasta Visitor’s Center, Mt. Shasta Resort, Mercy Medical Gift Shop, Sisson Museum, Shambhala, The Gallery in Mt. Shasta, Shasta Base Camp, and Yreka Mailbox and Package Service.

As they have done for the past 17 years—they invite you to call so they can help you customize the perfect promotional product that will make you, your employees and your clients happy and proud!

Contact Kathy and Clint at 530-918-9480 or visit www.StarlightPromo.com