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River City News February 2016

February 4Dwight Johnson Seminar11:30am-1:00pm

February 9Executive Committee Meeting11:00am (Chamber)

February 10River City Leadership Discovery Day

Business Fair Committee4:00pm (Chamber)

February 11Board Meeting 7:00am (Chamber)

Facebook Techniques Seminar11:30am-1:00pm (Chamber)

February 16Connect4LunchDoors open at 11:15amRed Lion Templin’s

We Know What You Did Last Summer Seminar 1:30-3:30pm (Red Lion Templin’s)$30 per person

February 17River City Leadership Night Class4:00pm (Chamber)

February 18JACC Soiree’ 6:00pm

Tuesday, February 16, 2016Red Lion Templin’sDoors open at 11:15am$15 person, $20 at door

Please join us in welcoming Steve Puckett, Director of Corporate Human Resources for Express Employment Professionals. Steve will be giving an overview of the 10 myths of background checking, state laws and seven year rule, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, EEOC guidelines regarding disparate impact and best industry practices.

Please register online at www.postfallschamber.com or by calling 773-5016.

SeminarS thiS monthThursday, February 4Dwight Johnson’s “Talent Pipeline Development” SeminarRed Lion Templin’s $20 per person11:30am-1:00pmDwight Johnson is the administrator for the Idaho Division of Professional Technical Education out of Boise. We are pleased to bring Dwight up for an open conversation about this important topic.Register online at www.postfallschamber.com.

Thank you to our sponsor

Thursday, February 11Facebook Management Techniques Brown Bag SeminarChamber Boardroom11:30am-1:00pmFREE to membersLearn how social media will keep you in business. Learn how to successfully navigate facebook to get the results you are looking for.Learn the strategies and tactics you can apply today!Register online www.postfallschamber.com

Tuesday, February 16“We know what you did last summer” SeminarRed Lion Templin’s1:30pm-3:30pm$30 per personAfter the Connect4lunch, Steve will be conducting a more in-depth workshop on background checking for employers. If you plan on staying registration is separate from luncheon.Register online www.postfallschamber.com

201 E. Fourth Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854(208) 773-5016

Post Falls Chamber Board of Director & Officers

Tami Martinez, Mallaurcott Design & Marketing, Ryan Davis, Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County, Randy Oaks, 3 Acorn Insurance,

Brett Seright, ACE Hardware, Danny Klocko, Kootenai Health,

Jame’ Davis, Jobs Plus, Inc., Matt Gillis, Welch Comer, Jerry Keane, Post Falls School District, Jeff Kemp, Graffiti Sound Solutions, Eric Knudtsen, Knudtsen

Chevrolet, Jerry Lyon, Community 1st Bank, Tom Murn, Frontier Communications, Christina Petit,

Best Western CDA Inn, Suzanna Spencer, STCU, Graydon Stanley, NIC, Mark Woodworth, Helbling Benefits

member newS ...Welcome New Members! Thank you to our renewing

members!Pointe Pest ControlTom Bloom(509) 590-4100www.pointepest.com

Woodland Family DentalDr. David & Dr. Sunnshine Welton1100 E Polston Ave., PF(208) 777-9599www.smileatwoodland.com

Big Mountain Accounting & TaxesC.A.B. Inc.

The Bear Necessities Coffee A-1 Smoke Shop The Cigar Loft

Little Italy Wine BarCommunity Connections Inc.

General Pneumatic ToolsJoan Genter - Windermere RealtyKootenai Occupational Medicine

Kootenai Vision CenterKXLY Broadcast Group

Numerica Credit UnionPost Falls Education Foundation

Sleep Inn Hotel

At this year’s annual meeting, outgoing Board Members, Pat Clevenger, Kay Viebrock, Jessica Bauman and Ron Nilson were recognized for their long time support. Deb Wheeler received the President’s Award for her dedication and hard work at the chamber. Danny Klocko handed the gavel over to the new board chair, Tami Martinez of Mallaurcott Designs and Marketing.

Membership Awards were given to those long standing companies that have supported the chamber 20 + years. R-L: River City Physical Therapy, Coeur d’Alene Insurance, Post Falls Eye Clinic, Allegra Marketing, Rich Wallace, Attorney; Silverwood Theme Park, Post Falls Food Bank, Doughterty & Associates, CPA’s, Les Scwabb Tire Center, Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors, Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty, Schneidmiller Farms, Red Lion Templin’s, City of Post Falls, English Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Century Publishing Company, Post Falls Senior Center

Thank you to our Grand Sponsor.

Community Recognition Banquet

Celebrating our Shining Stars

Thank you to Red Lion Templin’s for providing a wonderful dinner and venue. Thank you to Design Events for the

beautiful decorations and backdrop for the stage.

Special Thanks to our Visionary, Corporate and Executive MembersVisionary Member: Kootenai Health

Corporate & Executive Members: Avista • Body by Scotty • Cabela’s • City of Post Falls • C.A.B. Inc. • Greyhound Park & Event Center • Ground Force Manufacturing • Northwest Specialty Hospital • Numerica Credit Union • Spokane International Airport • STCU • Post Falls Walmart Stores •

Sysco Spokane, Timber Gastro Pub • Woodland Family Dental

2016 Community Business Fair Presented by the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday April 27, 2016 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm at The Greyhound Park & Event Center

Exhibitors…

Will set-up from 1:00-3:30pm

Receive an approximate 8’ X 10’ both space, 6’ skirted table and one chair

Receive a Business Recognition Advertisement in the Coeur d’Alene Press newspaper on April 20. * Approximately 23,000 will be distributed.

Will benefit from the marketing and advertising plan that includes radio, newspaper, e-mail blasts and local signage. Over 1,000 guests attended in 2015.

Will provide a $25 gift card or basket to be awarded as a part of the Business Bingo game

General Exhibitor Guidelines: 1. Event staff will control all aisle space and reserves the right to make adjustments as they deem necessary to improve the safety, layout and

character of the show. 2. Exhibitor’s display, including but not limited to carpet, etc. may not extend into the aisle. At no time may an exhibitor or representative pass

out literature or promotional material from an aisle way and agrees to keep all aisle ways clear and free of any obstructions or obstacles. No exhibit space may be higher than 8 feet without the expressed written consent of the Chamber. The exhibitor shall arrange their space as to not interfere or obstruct from view adjoining displays or booth spaces. During the advertised hours of the show the exhibitor’s space must be attended.

3. Exhibitor’s signs and banners are only allowed in the exhibitors’ booth space area. Any literature or promotional material, such as signs and/

or banners is not allowed over the aisle ways or in any areas other than your exhibit space. Banners may be hung from the top rail of the exhibit back drop drape using hanging hooks, plastic zip ties, wire, string, or fishing line ONLY. No signs or banners are allowed to be pinned or taped to the provided exhibit drapes, decorating, or facility. Exhibitor will be responsible for any damage that may be caused to the back drop exhibit drapes or facility.

4. All exhibits must be set up and in place by 3:30pm, (30 minutes prior to the public opening of the show.) No display items (except literature)

will be allowed to enter the facility after 3:30pm. 5. All exhibits must remain completely set up and in place until 7pm. 6. All displays must be removed from the facility no later than 9:00pm the night of the show. Any material and/or equipment left in the facility

after 9:00pm shall be removed at the exhibitor’s expense. The exhibitor booth space must be cleaned of all debris and garbage and left in the same condition it was received.

7. Exhibitor and its owners or agents, agree to be responsible for any and all damages done to any persons or property by itself or its employees, agents, or owners, and to PROTECT, DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS, The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce and any of its owners, agents, employees, insurers, and any other person or organization associated with the FACILITY and or the EVENT from any and all claims, actions or suits, whether past, present, or future, whether known or unknown, and asserted or unasserted. Exhibitor and its owners, or agents, agree to pay all judgments or settlements resulting from any claims, actions or suits and shall pay for all costs, attorney fees and relative necessary.

POST FALLS CHAMBER COMMUNITY BUSINESS FAIR 2016 EXHIBITOR AGREEMENT

(To be returned to the Chamber)

We (I), hereby enter into this agreement with The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce for exhibition booth space in the 2016 Community Business Fair to be held April 27, 2016, at the Greyhound Park Event Center. Company: Contact Person: Mailing Address: Email: City: State: Zip: Phone: Cell: Fax: Product to be displayed: Exhibitor Booth:

8’ x 10’ Booth - $225.00 ($175 if registered by February 28) Not yet members $350.00 Premier Booth: (Only 15 available) Includes power. Exhibitor responsible for supplying their own extension cord and power strip. 8’ X 10’ Booth - $250.00 ($225 if registered by February 29) Spotlight Sponsor: (Only eight available)

Spotlight Sponsor booths include (one) “premium” location 8’ x 10’ booth with special recognition in The Press as a spotlight sponsor. (Full Page Ad)

8’ x 10’ “Spotlight Sponsor” Booth - $525.00 ($475 if registered by February 29) GRAND SPONSOR: (Only one available) The Grand Sponsor booth includes (2) “Front Entry” location 8’ x 10’ booth with “top line” recognition in all printed

and radio advertising. “Grand Sponsor” Booth - $1,500.00 Payment: A minimum deposit of $100.00 is required per booth space reserved. Final payment is due no later than April 7, 2016. Failure to make final payment by the due date will constitute cancellation and the exhibitor will forfeit all monies or deposits paid. Please find check enclosed made payable to: Post Falls Chamber, 201 E. Fourth Ave., Post Falls, ID 83854 Please bill my credit or debit card in the amount of $ Visa/MasterCard Number: Expiration Zipcode: Card Holder’s Signature: Date:

I hereby agree with the terms and conditions of this agreement. Exhibitor: Date:

Special Thanks to our Visionary, Corporate and Executive MembersVisionary Member: Kootenai Health

Corporate & Executive Members: Avista • Body by Scotty • Cabela’s • City of Post Falls • C.A.B. Inc. • Greyhound Park & Event Center • Ground Force Manufacturing • Northwest Specialty Hospital • Numerica Credit Union • Spokane International Airport • STCU • Post Falls Walmart Stores •

Sysco Spokane, Timber Gastro Pub • Woodland Family Dental

A benefit for the Post Falls Education Foundation

$45 per person

Over 85 Wineries, Microbreweries and Restaurants Wine, Microbrew, Hard Ciders, Hot and Cold Appetizers, and Desserts

Silent Auction | Live Entertainment | Wine Tree Raffle

Tickets include all food, beverages and complimentary wine glass or beer steinMust be 21 years old to attend

7-10 pm Saturday, March 5, 2016The Greyhound Park & Event Center

celebrating our 20th anniversary!

Tickets available at these Post Falls locations:Columbia Bank Mt West BankTrading Company

PF School Dist. OfficeSuper 1 FoodsEnoteca Fine Wine & Beer

Post Falls Chamber of Commerce

For more information, call Loretta Reed at 208-661-1880www.pfefwsd.org

THANK YOU TO OUR MAJOR SPONSORS

A new Lions Club will be forming in

We invite you and other community-minded individuals tojoin us for an informational meeting

If you cannot attend and would like to join or obtainadditional information please contact:

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Oak Brook Illinois

Date: April 26, 2010Time: 4PM

Location: 300 W 22nd Street, Oakbrook IL 60523

Name: Connie SchulerPhone: 630-571-5466

E-Mail: connie.schuler@lionsclubs.org

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worldwide.

Lions are everywhere. We're active men and women in more than 200 countries and

geographic areas.

Lions have a dynamic history. Founded in 1917, we are best known for fighting

blindness – it's part of our history as well as our work today. But we also volunteer for many

different kinds of community projects – including caring for the environment, feeding the

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Post Falls ( Noon Branch Club)

When: Tuesday 23rd February at NoonWhere: Post Falls Senior Center 1215 E 3rd Street Post Falls

RSVP. 208-262-6836 by February 20th

Brian Kirk: 208-262-6836email: brianalankirk@live.com