Hassayampa Alert ~ July

Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce216 North Frontier Street Wickenburg, AZ 85390

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Official Publication of the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce July 2015

WONDERING WHAT’S GOING ON IN WICKENBURG THIS WEEKEND? CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR ON THE CHAMBER’S WEBSITE AT WWW.WICKENBURGCHAMBER.COM OR WWW.VISITWICKENBURG.COM

MISSION STATEMENT:“The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that represents the interests of the business community”.

VALUE STATEMENT:The Wickenburg Chamber operates a Visitor Center and promotes Wickenburg as a destination location with com-mitment to quality economic growth and development.

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”We don’t accomplish anything in the world alone, and whatever happens is the result of the whole tapestry of one’s life and all the weavings of individual threads from one to another that create something.” - Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

Search Local to Support Local: www.wickenburgchamber.com

The first seminar is on July 15 in the chamber boardroom from 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. Topic: THE SPENDER. THE SAVER. THE WEALTH CREATOR.Instructor, Clare Macheca is a retired financial consultant and stock broker who managed multi-millions for clients. She will present a program called “Explore Wealth” sharing characteris-tics of THE SPENDER, THE SAVER AND THE WEALTH CREATOR along with exploring techniques that the wealth creator uses to accomplish his/her goals. Please arrive by 11:50 a.m. Cost $5 Members - $20 Non-Members – Bring your own lunch or call the chamber to order lunch for an additional cost.

Our second Lunch & Learn Seminar is Free on July 28, presented by Arizona Central Credit UnionInstructor, Rene Munoz will present information about services provided through ACCU and benefits available to chamber mem-bers. To register for either seminar, please call 928.684.5479.

Lunch & Learn SeminarsJoin us for two

seminars this month

Rene Munoz Partner Alliance Officer

Arizona Central Credit Union2020 N. Central Ave., Suite 300 | Phoenix, AZ 85004office: (602)528-8265 | fax: (602)523-8268email: [email protected]

New Membership Directory

SouthComm Publishers, members of the Chamber finalized printing of our 2015-16 Membership & Relocation Guide. The colorful design highlights photographs from cham-ber members, along with graphic layout by Mary Scanlon of Ember Designs.

The directory has mem-bers listed by alpha and category, along with adver-tising and community information. Distribution of the guide will start this month, as well as available in digital format on our chamber website.

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Member News:at 928-684-7894 X102, at Fast Mart, or at Wickenburg’s July 4th celebration at Sunset Park on July 4th. Tickets are $2 each, 7 for $5 or 15 for $10. You need not be present to win. The winner will be selected on July 4th and will receive a $50 Bashas’ Gift Card, $25 in Gas from Fast Mart! In 6 months, Volunteer Drivers from Wickenburg’s Freedom Express have driven 100+ riders over 5,000 miles on 1,000+ trips. Red Hot Shipping Deals from Your Secretary. Visit between now and August 15 to receive up to 15% off UPS Shipping rates. Located at 340 W. Wickenburg Way, Suite A. www.yoursecretaryships.com or call 928.684.5466 Desert Cypress Mobile Home & RV Park will be constructing 9 new RV sites in their expanded section which opened last year. The Hancock Family continues to offer great ame-nities to the park, and proud to work with localChamber member businesses for expansion. Wickenburg Kwikprint has recently added a new digital copier to accommodate larger printing needs. Owner Janet Lemon invites you to learn more about their printing, copying and retail services. Stop in at 10 S. Kerkes Street, Suite 3 or call 928.684.7729. Johnson’s Lumber & True Value Hardware is OPEN and continues to serve the greater Wickenburg area with a variety of supplies, hardware and lumber. Owner Louella Johnson and friendly staff are happy to assist you with purchases along with special orders. Located at 188 E. Yavapai Street, 928.684.5439.

Recently owners of the Historic Vulture Mine decided to close for the summer and will re-open in October. Watch for details on www.VisitWickenburg.com Mark your calendar for the Preview & Artists Reception Friday, July 24th from 5-7pm. This is a fantas-tic opportunity to discover locally crafted artwork and learn about the range of creative opportunities offered at Wickenburg Art Club. This 4th annual WAC fundraiser July 25 to Sept 27 will be on display in the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center at Desert Caballeros Western Museum. 100% of the sales proceeds go to Wickenburg Art Club, which offers year-round opportunities for artists of all ages and experience levels to explore creative pur-suits. TRUE WEST MAGAZINE invites you to join us in advertis-ing your business in the October “History & Hidden Treasures” issue. Special ad rates for chamber members, increases your visibility by joining other businesses. Graphic design Deadline July 31. Call Greg Carroll, Regional Account Manager at 520-254-5922 or cell (480) 433-7345. Nothing Creates Independence Like Wickenburg’s Freedom Express… & Nothings Says “Happy Independence Day” Like Winning a Freedom Picnic that Supports Wickenburg’s Freedom Express! Purchase a chance to win $75 in groceries, gas and 4th of July fun! Sponsored by Bashas’ and Fast Mart, all proceeds help keep Wickenburg’s Freedom Express rolling!Tickets can be purchased from the Freedom Express office

Thomas Schumann, is our new SBDC trainer/counselor. His con-tact information is below and he is working with chamber staff to schedule “Lunch & Learn” Seminars on a variety of topics through-out the summer. Watch for details on the seminars and Free Small Business Counseling Sessions. (480)784.0579 Email: [email protected] website: www.maricopa-sbdc.com

Making a BIG Difference for Small Businesses in Arizona

A new business launch is your first opportunity to make a good impression on prospective customers and the community. Let us help you get noticed and introduce your business to your future customers by scheduling and promoting your ribbon cutting, grand opening, or anniversary ceremony. An invitation is sent out to local dignitaries as well as to our Board of Directors and Ambassadors. We promote your ribbon cutting on our Events Calendar, our Facebook page and in our Member Newsletter. A printed copy of a photo taken at the event is also sent to you to commemorate the event. To schedule a ribbon cutting, please contact Jacque Enloe at (928) 684-5479

Member Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings & Anniversary Celebrations

Shrine of St. Joseph of the MountainSeven buildings at the Shrine and Retreat were lost to the Yarnell fire. It has been a slow process, but three have been rebuilt. Maria Luisa Wasson now really needs volunteers for tile, carpet and fan installation, door hanging, painting, and weed eating for the non-profit group that oversees the Shrine . Chamber staff met with winter visitors from Oregon who were quite taken with Wickenburg and the Shrine. They have pledged to help with rebuilding and many other locals and visitors who love this local attraction. Please call Maria Luisa at 928 778-5229 if you could help in any way.

Event Planning UnderwayTwo new events have been approved by the chamber board of direc-tors for implementation in April 2016.

They include: Wickenburg Vintage, Antiques & Collectibles Marketplace, and two weeks later, a Wickenburg Wedding Expo. Both events will take place at the Wickenburg Community Center. Mark your calendar for April 16 and April 30, 2016. Vendor informa-tion and other details will be available by August 1.Other event planning underway includes: Fiesta de Septiembre, Sept. 5; High Desert Golf Classic at Wickenburg Ranch Golf Course, Sept. 26; Wickenburg Fly-In & Classic Car Show, Oct. 10; Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival, Nov. 13-15; Cowboy Christmas Poets Gathering, Dec. 4 & 5; Christmas Parade of Lights, Dec. 11; and Gold Rush Days, Feb.12-14, 2016.

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We’re looking for public events coming up in the 3rd & 4th quarter of 2015 so that we can include them on the Chamber’s Calendar of Events. The easiest way to submit information is through the Chamber website, www.wickenburgchamber.com Click on “Community Calendar” and then on “Add an Event.” All events are included on our website at no charge.

Events Needed for Quarterly Calendar of Events

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Beginning in the summer of 2015 and through the spring of 2016, advance letters for the MAG Household Travel Survey will arrive at randomly selected households asking residents to go online and answer survey questions. Respon dents will be offered a choice between different survey methods, including a specially-designed GPS device and a smart phone application. The use of a smartphone application to collect household travel information will be the first of its kind in the nation and will reduce the burden on respondents while increasing the accu-racy of the information received. “About one in 200 Valley households will be surveyed,” said MAG Transportation Policy Committee Chair Jack Sellers, Councilmember of Chandler. “Each selected household will repre sent hundreds of other households in the area, so par-ticipation, while completely voluntary, is very important for the overall success of the survey.” Residents wishing to learn more about the survey may visit the MAG website at www.azmag.gov.

MAG to Undertake Innovative Household Travel Survey

During the summer make time to enjoy the many activities, pro-grams and attractions we have in Wickenburg. You will find a good list to start your summer stayca-tion. Wickenburg Municipal Pool- Tuesdays, July 7 and 21- Time: 7pm - 9pm Ages: 7th - 12th Graders Fee: $3 per person. Wickenburg’s teen night at the Pool will have a fun atmosphere with music, activities and games until 9pm. Come hang out at the pool with your friends and the Wickenburg aquatics staff. Dive In Outdoor Movie Series – July 31, join Wickenburg Parks and Recreation to watch a movie on our 20 foot screen! Family night swim will start at 7:00 pm, and the movie will begin at 7:45 pm. The fee is normal admission to the pool. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, but feel free to bring a blanket or low back chair to enjoy the movie. BC Jeep Tours will have trips at 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. until it gets warm and then time changes will go earlier in the morning and sunset or full moon trips depending on temps. Call 928.684.7901 for res-ervations and information. Desert Caballeros Western Museum - On

Saturday, July 25, the National Day of the Cowboy, adults decked out in cowboy gear will get in free. This is one of the Museum’s quarterly Family Days so there will be activi-ties galore from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. Cool off with ice cream from The Chaparral. The Desert Caballeros Western Museum will present “Saddles that Shaped the West”, the artful, half-scale examples of the indispens-able Western saddle created by Wickenburg saddle maker, Carson Thomas. The exhibition is on dis-play in the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center and features a dozen half-scale saddles from the Museum’s collection. An adjacent display features the full-size sad-dle built by Thomas for Cowboy Artist Bill Owen and donated to the Museum by Owen’s estate. The Museum’s Bill Owen oil paint-ing, “Two Generations: Bill and Vic Howell,” is also on display with his saddle, as are Owen’s Stetson and a pair of boots built for him by Wickenburg’s Al Reynolds. For a full calendar of events view: www.facebook.com/VisitWickenburg or

www.wickenburgchamber.com

Discover Your own Back yard

The 2015 Rural Policy Forum will provide an opportunity for skill-building, networking, building relationships and educating each other about the needs and services in rural Arizona. Activities include capacity-building sessions, receptions, workshops, and keynote presentations receptions and grant maker one on ones.Registration for the 2015 Rural Policy Forum is now open. Early bird regis-tration is $99 until July 15 and includes attendance at the two-day conference in Cottonwood, four meals, and many opportunities to network with stake-holders from around Arizona. Lodging is extra. Attendees can find more information at http://azrdc.org/2015-rural-policy-forum/

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Note: Like all outstanding member organizations, the benefits of membership far outweigh the cost of member dues. The Chamber Board is interested in hearing from its members and those interested in becoming a member. The Chamber has been the voice of business since 1931.

CHAMBER ACTIVITY REPORT June YTDNew Members 1 37Mixer Attendance 48 375 Telephone Calls 521 6,326Office Visitors 645 14,509Mail Inquiries 110 2,697Chamber Website 2108 50,400 Tourism Website 3420 23,448Facebook-Chamber 9861 79,512Facebook – Tourism 9870 92,330Twitter 2 37 Instagram 15 170TOOLS FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS.COM March and April 636


Business of the Month

Danny’s JewelryClaudia Conly

164 N. Tegner Street • Wickenburg, AZ 85390(928) 684-5823 Fax: (928) 684-6392

[email protected]

TIP OF THE STETSONRoy Reyer, Lois Allen, Nadine Champlin,

Jan Nunn, Neal & Mary Judkins, Ginny Randall, Karen Johnson, Mark Hancock, Los Caballeros Golf Club, Desert Caballeros Western Museum, Jason Rovey, Bashas’ Store 55, Juan C. Jiménez,

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Wickenburg’s Choice!Complete Mobile Service

LoCaLLy owned and operatedprofessional Installation and repair

Insurance Claims welcome!

684-0994

CHOICE AUTO GLASS, INC.

“no gimmicks, no telemarketing, just honest, quality work.”

The Wickenburg Sun.

Pictured: Karin Zeller, Sara Spigner, Claudia Conly, Maria Ranus, Dianne Huth, Karen Johnson, Nash Oliver, Bette Watson, Jacque Enloe, Carol Wallacevv

Lydia's La Canasta ExpressLydia Abril

442 E. Wickenburg WayWickenburg, AZ 85390

(480) [email protected]

Pictured: Jacque Enloe, Dianne Huth, Sara Spigner, Lydia Abril, Karin Zeller, Carol Wallace, Erik Cordova, Bette Watson, Karen Johnson, Nash Oliver

Sizzling Wok621 W. Wickenburg WayWickenburg, AZ 85390

(928) 684-3977Pictured: Karen Johnson, Carol, Dianne Huth, Sara Spigner, Mae Hu, Nash Oliver, Karin Zeller, Better Watson, Andy Liang, Jacque Enloe

WICKENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

AMBASSADOR RIBBON CUTTINGS


The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors wants to “Thank” the following members for renewing their Chamber Membership this past month.

You are the Source of Chamber Strength Chamber Discoveries, Cheryl’s ABC’s, D.W. Echeverria

Construction, LLC, Desert Caballeros, Desert Sun Home Inspection LLC, Eleanore Hartz-Cook, Friends of the Wickenburg Public Library, Ginny’s Vitamin Village, Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Grantham Fence & Supply Company, Hardy’s Window & Carpet Cleaning, Ira Birdwell Locksmith, Knights of Columbus Council #9838, McRann Excavating, LLC, One Way Electric, Rainbow Ryders Inc. Hot Air Balloon Ride Company The Gun Trader, Wickenburg Custom Painting & Wall Textures, Wickenburg Paint & Supply.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS:Bill & Sharon Dirr, Dave & Tina Wuerthele, Dianne Huth,

Frank & Liz Gallagher, Jim & Dorinne Dobson, Jon & Linda Hopkins, Karen Strack, Richard & Carol Russell

Membership Reinvestments

All Chamber members are always welcome to join the Chamber staff and Ambassadors for ribbon-cuttings. Meet us at the chamber office on Thursday, July 30at 8:30 a.m. For a complete calendar of events visit: www.Visitwickenburgway.com

Ribbon-Cuttings This Month

Job PostingPost your Job Position on our website at www.wickenburgcham-

ber.com employment link. Chamber staff can assist you with the job description and placement. Call Carol Wallace at 684-0977 today. We can help you find that employee you have been looking for faster, easier and it’s Free!

Auto-Owners Insurance

Represented by Powers-Leavitt Insurance Agency Inc. has several discounts for you.

12% Commercial Insurance Package Discount 12% Commercial Auto Insurance Discount

5% Auto and Home Insurance Discount All of these savings for belonging to the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce.

Give Charlene, Jay or Gizela a call at 623.386.4452 www.powers-leavitt.com

WICKENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

AMBASSADOR RIBBON CUTTINGS

Chamber BenefitsBelonging to the Chamber of Commerce Pays!!!

Qorri’sDave Qorri

651 W. Wickenburg WayWickenburg, AZ 85390 (928) 684-2002

Pictured: Dianne Huth, Sara Spigner, Karin Zeller, Carol Wallace, Jacque Enloe, Dave Qorri, Bette Watson, Karen Johnson, Juan Ramos, Robert Espinoza, Art Thaci, Deirdre West, Nash Oliver


BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MIXER

Thursday, July 165:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Desert Caballeros Western Museum

Meat Executive Director Sandra Harris and staff, learn about upcoming programming, exhibit information, enjoy appetizers and drink, network with members and hear about local member news. Chamber Members and their accompanied guests are invited to attend. $5 per person.

Staff is now taking reservations for 2017 Mixers. Call today at 684-5479.

JULY CALENDAR1 Newsletter2 Wedding Expo Committee4 Fireworks & Fun6 Town Council – 5:30 p.m.8 Golf Committee – 12 Noon9 WLI – 12 Noon13 Board Meeting – 8:00 a.m.15 Lunch & Learn Seminar – 12 Noon16 Town Trails Committee – 8:30 a.m. Business after Hours Mixer – 5:30-7 p.m.24 West of Center Exhibition & Reception – 5-7p.m.25 National Day of the Cowboy – Free admission at DCWM27 Education Committee hosts luncheon for new WUSD Teachers – 12 noon28 Lunch & Learn Seminar – 12 Noon30 Ambassador Committee – Ribbon Cutting – 8:30 a.m.

*Visit www.wickenburgchamber.com – calendar for full listing of activities

Aug 20 Ringo’s @ WCC

Sep 17 National Bank of Arizona

Oct 15 Wickenburg Humane Society

Nov 19 Wickenburg Home Interiors

Dec 17 Meridian Bank

Bar Sponsor: BPW

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The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce appreciates the contributions by our members to keep the Chamber a growing and dynamic organization. Referrals are vital to our success! Thank You to those who referred a new member to the Chamber last month. The Chamber recognizes their thoughtfulness and dedication to advancing this organization for the better by taking small steps to make a big difference.

Members Helping Your Chamber!

***Have you “liked” the Chamber’s face book page? If not, there is no time like the present to join in the conversation - to go to the chamber Face book page from our website, see icon on top right hand side, click and then once on the page click on “like”. Shop Local Keep Wickenburg Strong by keeping your dollar here!

For more information “Like Us” on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Wicken-burgchamber


The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce “Welcomes”

Its Newest MemberPlease Welcome and Patronize the

following new members:Hospice Promise LLC, Lisa Corradine, Community Liaison: Deborah Horning, President/CEO -(623)209-700312211 W. Bell Road, Ste. 101, Surprise, AZ [email protected] Website: www.hospicepromise.com Hospice ServicesSponsor: Chamber Staff

WHS Internship ProgramRachel Willis, WHS Counselor

Wickenburg High School is excited to offer internship opportunities this year to our juniors and seniors. We can’t think of a better way for kids to explore what they might want to do after high school then by diving right in and work-ing in the field while they are in high school. Starting this fall, August 2015, any student that is a junior or senior can sign up to do an internship with a business or service organization. The internship can be paid or unpaid. We have tried to make the process as easy as possible for both the students and employers.

The requirement for students is simply that they complete at least 90 hours each semester to earn their credit. Initially, businesses or service organiza-tions can simply, talk directly to a student they are interested in having as an intern or they can e-mail me a description of the internship and I will post it on our job board. If kids are interested in any internship listed on the job board, they will contact the business directly and if a good fit is found, they will bring a one page paper to the business to have signed to confirm the placement.

Students can work an hour a day five days a week or if the business would rather they come five hours on Saturday, any variation would be fine as long as the student completes the 90 hours in a semester and the student and busi-ness are in agreement on the hours required. If you are interested in having a student intern at your business or service organization this fall, please e-mail me a brief description of the internship including the following details:

Name of the business or organization: Name of the person students should contact: Phone #: E-mail: Hours you are looking for someone: Brief description of what you would want/expect the student to do

I think this will be exciting for our kids and I can’t wait to hear about all the cool things they get to experience. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact me after July 13th, I will return calls and e-mails then.Wickenburg High School, (928) [email protected]

The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce and the Wickenburg Tourism Office are now more accessible than ever. With accounts on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter; Wickenburg is now everywhere you want to be. Find us by the following links or usernames: www.facebook.com/wickenburg-chamber www.facebook.com/wickenburgaz To follow us on Twitter, visit www.twitter.com and search for WickChamber. Click the “follow” button to get all the latest Wickenburg News.

More Chamber Connections

Activities Out Wickenburg WayQuarterly Membership

Luncheon held last month at Los Caballeros

Golf Club saw 74 people in attendance to hear Rich

Newman, Managerof m3 Companies Vertical Construction present an

update on Wickenburg Ranchdevelopment.

Chamber Members enjoying an evening of

networking at this month’s Business After Hours

Mixer at Rancho de los Caballeros Golf Club.

Want to be a featured chamber member in an upcoming Hassayampa Alert newsletter? Tell us what you are doing, and you could be in our next issue. Contact Us Today at 928-684-5479

Share your Success Stories.

2015 Chairman’s Circle Members


Obtain the Public Property Report or its equivalent required by Federal and State law and read it before signing anything.

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LUXURY RANCH VILLAS

Coming Soon!RANCH COTTAGES

Explore the fascinating world of birds from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 4 at the Hassayampa River Preserve. On this easy walk led by master birder Anne Leight you might spot a Summer tanager, Vermilion flycatcher, or one of the many other migratory and resident birds that inhabit the preserve. After the walk participants can explore additional trails on their own, stroll through the demon-stration garden, and view the nature displays in the visitor center. Reservations are required. Call 684-2772.Then head down to Wickenburg Municipal Pool and cool off! The pool will have music, games and plenty of fun. Wickenburg Municipal Pool, 1:00pm - 4:45pm – Free. Then get ready for a great evening of fun planned by the Town of Wickenburg, who will be hosting the July 4th Spectacular at Sunset Park.

Fourth of July Activities

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FUNDRAISER – August 1-2 No Bar, Too Far – Year 21!

Join our film commissions for an exciting trip to Northern Arizona by chartered bus. Our travels will take you to the fol-lowing locations: Congress, Kirkland, Chino Valley,Williams, overnight in Flagstaff at the Twin Arrows Casino Resort on the Navajo Indian Reservation, followed stops on Sunday in Cottonwood, Clarkdale and Black Canyon City. Cost remains at $200 per couple/ $110 single. After July 20th cost is $125 pp.Lodging is extra at $129. Registration includes continental breakfast, lunch, commemorative t-shirt, chartered bus, cou-pon for food and casino play, and a travel guide with historical information about the area. For more information call The Chamber at 928.684.5479 – Money raised is used to promote Wickenburg as a destination for tourism and film production.

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