Community News


Stay in Gold Beach and Win $10,000!
Beginning September 1, 2009 the "Stay in Gold Beach and Win $10,000" in gold sweepstakes begins. Visit www.goldbeach.org for complete details.

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"Year 2010 Special" offered by Driftwood at the Beach Vacation Rental
Rent the house for 1 full week (7nights) and be charged for 6 nights; the 7th night is FREE! Rental fees are based on the weekly rates published on www.driftwoodvacationrental.com. Note: The cleaning, pet and lost key fees still apply; these are separate from the rental fee. Please contact Greg if you have any questions: 541-247-2869.

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Chamber’s newest members
Your Gold Beach Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome our two newest chamber members – Mo Joe Espresso & More, LLC & The Bluebird House. Mo Joe Espresso & More is a brand new drink and food kiosk at the Woof’s Dog Bakery and Picture This Photography parking lot. Mo Joe owners, Christy & Thomas Coleman, and their daughter would like to welcome everyone to try their many tasty espresso drink combinations, teas, hot dogs, nachos, biscuits and gravy, pastries and so much more. Mo Joe Espresso & More are open every day, including weekends, from 5:30am-6pm. The Bluebird House is owned and operated by Cynthia Griffith, a certified elder care provider. Cynthia’s business is located 3 miles south of Gold Beach on Highway 101. The Bluebird House, “A nesting place for the elderly” is a wonderfully cozy and clean home within a warm farm style setting with a beautiful ocean view. Cynthia offers daycare, respite care, elder hostel services, 24hour care and indoor and outdoor activities. Please help us in welcoming these two fantastic new chamber members to our business community.
Grant
Commercial Resources and Grant Development Consultants, Inc. has just been informed of new grant monies available now for businesses. Dr. Sharon Collar, director, offers free consultations. Call 541-247-7160 for more information and to see if you qualify.
5 bear, eagles, turtle & more
Check out Jerry’s Rogue Jets Face book page. Read June 16th entry from Cindy Critchfield and read what the Rogue River Jet Boats trips are all about. The passengers saw 5 bear, eagles, turtles and more.
Curry County Reporter supporting the community
Thanks to our Reporter for printing everything 4th of July- press releases, advertisements, photos, community calendar reminder and more. The 4th of July Party at the Port Committee would like to thank you for bringing our community events to light and encouraging and enticing us folks to join in on the festivities.
International Conservation Photography Awards winner
This year’s ICP Landscape winner goes to our Trixi Huish of Green Water Films. The ICP Awards honors the best in conservation photography worldwide and brings awareness to our environment through art. The first juried contest was organized by Seattle-based nature photographer Art Wolfe in 1997; the ICP Awards has since become a biennial international event. Visit Green Water Films website to give your eyes a treat on the beauty they capture both in still photography and video, www.greenwaterfilms.com . Congratulations Trixi, your winning piece Forces of Nature of the Death Valley National Park was gorgeous!

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New Chamber Member
Help us in welcoming our newest chamber member, Laurie Flynn, Realtor of United Country Rogue Coast Realty. Laurie, not new to real estate but in fact a well experienced realtor in our quaint Curry County, is excited to be joining the 250+ member strong chamber. Laurie welcomes both buyers and sellers with her keen ability to listen and seek exactly what the person wants. Laurie is also a property manager for UC Rogue Coast Realty and a Notary. Be sure to visit Laurie here in www.goldbeachchamber.com 'Our Businesses' for more information on Laurie Flynn – Realtor. Welcome Laurie!
Bridge Lighting heroes
Thank these 4 gentleman the next time you see them, because of them we have our coveted Patterson Bridge Lighting back up and running; Jim Baldwin of Reese Electric, David Hoenie, new Gold Beach Chamber of Commerce Vice President, Dr. Bob Manners of Gold Beach Chiropractic and Brandon McGuiness of Modern Electric. You guys are awesome!
4th of July thank you from Green Water Films
Bret & Trixi Huish produced a wonderful little video thanking Gold Beach for the 4th of July Party at the Port Fireworks Spectacular. Bret & Trixi are new to Gold Beach and are so warmed by the hospitality, beauty and togetherness Gold Beach has to offer them that they wish to return the kindness by giving the community a thank you in return, Green Water Films style. Take a look at their video by clicking on the link below.

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New Chamber members!
We are pleased to announce three new chamber business members this week – Angel’s Carpet Cleaning Service, Gold Beach Dream Homes, LLC and Nascargo.com. Angel Bacon, owner of Angel’s Carpet Cleaning Service says, "You'll be amazed by the newest technology for an eco-friendly steam cleaning of carpets, area rugs, upholstery, mattresses, tile & grout, flood/water extraction by the patented Rotovac 360i. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Commercial/Residential. Call today or find us on the web for a free quote!" Pamela Dickson of Gold Beach Dream Homes, Realtor for United Country Rogue Coast Realty has a wonderful passion for finding the right property for the person. “I love helping people find their dream home. I consider it a privilege to be involved in this important decision”. Nascargo.com ‘s director, Philip Dickson exclaims, “Nascargo.com is the best company in the whole world!” Nascargo.com is a federally licensed and bonded cargo brokerage. “Our mission is plain and simple: Keep our customers happy and their property moving. Find them trucks to pick up and deliver their goods when they need them all over America, Canada, and Mexico.” Your Gold Beach Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to have these wonderful businesses join an ever growing and stronger membership. Please welcome Angel’s Carpet Cleaning Service, Gold Beach Dream Homes, LLC and Nascargo.com with us and visit them here by selecting 'Our Businesses' for more information on their business and services.
Looking for Discounted Home & Auto Insurance?
Abel Insurance offers discounted home and auto rates to all chamber members. Stop by or give us a call at 541-247-2415 (ask for Amy or Sarah) and see how much we can save you.
Bike the Rogue River
Gold Beach, Oregon September 11, 2010 22 - 44 - 62 Mile Routes $35 per cyclist Bicycle the scenic and wild Rogue River on the Oregon Coast on September 11, 2010, then finish off your day and the Gold Beach Brew and Art Fest. Cycle routes begin at Curry County Fairgrounds Hwy 101, Gold Beach, Oregon. The route then follows Jerry’s Flat Road along the south bank with check points at Lobster Creek, 11 miles beyond Lobster Creek, and at Agness. Route retraces itself back to the Curry County Fairgrounds. Start Time Between 8 a.m. to 9 AM. Must complete course by 5 PM. To enter the bike ride visit the link below to download the application and waiver forms, fill out and send in.

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3rd Annual Brew & Art Fest
Come visit us at Gold Beach, Oregon, for a sun soaked September weekend, with the best weather of the year, and the ocean roaring in the background. Is that the ocean, or the crowd grooving to the music, with two stages running simultaneously? In addition to the fine fresh NW craft brews, we have outstanding eats including fresh smoked BBQ, just asking to be washed down with another microbrew. 2010 plans to be bigger and better than ever, with more microbrew beer on tap than ever before! It is THE place to sample micro brews of every color and flavor, eat a variety of great grub, listen to musicians playing indoors and out or dance to a band playing at 7:00 pm, view classic cars that are new to this years’ event, check out new art and artisan wares that will catch your eye and fit your pocketbook. Tickets are $10 per person and will be available at the door. Advance tickets are available at Dan’s Ace Hardware and Interiors, both located in Gold Beach. Admission includes a complimentary festival beer glass and two tickets to test your craft beer selection. Saturday, September 11th 12-10pm at the Event Center on the Beach, $10 per person. For more information please visit their website link below

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Rogue Ramblers Classic Car Show
The Rogue Ramblers proudly present their classic car show at the Curry County Event Center, in Gold Beach, Oregon, on September 11, 2010. Come and see these amazing classic cars on display while attending the Gold Beach Brewfest, held the same day at the Event Center. The Rogue Ramblers Classic Car Show starts at noon and continues until 4 PM. Awards will be presented at 3 PM. How to Enter Your Classic Car For those wishing to enter your classic car into the Classic Car Show, download the entry form, fill it out and mail it to: Rogue Ramblers PO Box 473 Gold Beach, Oregon 97444 Registration fee is $10 and all proceeds go to the Curry County Hospice. Set up time is 11 AM. There are no classifications. Awards will be presented by the local sponsors including: Gold Beach Fire Department, Gold Beach City Police Department, Curry County Police Department, Veterans Department City of Gold Beach. Contact information: Steve Zentz 541-247-0243 Jim Baldwin 541-425-0013 jbaldwin64@yahoo.com Visit the link below for more information and to download your entry form

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Esther Stutzman - Native American Storyteller
Saturday, August 7th at 11am at the Curry Public Library come listen to Esther Stutzman, a Native American storyteller, a role that was passed through the generations of her family. She learned stories from her grandmother who was over 100 when she died. Her family was very traditional, and kept the knowledge of the old ways. Esther's heritage is Yoncalla/Kalapuya and Coos and she is an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz. She lives in Yoncalla and has worked in schools for over 30 years doing programs in storytelling, music and dance.
Cedar Bend Golf Course
The Ladies Chapman is today, July 28th and the Stampede is this weekend, Saturday, July 31st and Sunday, August 1st. The Stampede is of 5 person team scramble with 36 holes of golf. Steak dinner and horse race follows Saturday play and hamburgers, prizes, and awards follow Sunday play. For more information please call 541-247-6911.
Three New Chamber Members
This week we would like to welcome three new members to your Gold Beach Chamber of Commerce; Amy Timeus –Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, Sheriff John’s Classic Car Sales & Happy Days Malt Shop and South Coast Counseling. Amy Timeus began her business as a Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant a few months ago and she couldn’t be happier bringing skin care needs for both women and men. The Mary Kay product line tests their product line tirelessly to ensure that Mary Kay® products meet the highest standards of quality, safety and performance. Mary Kay is committed to the elimination of animal testing and is a strong advocate of utilizing alternative methods to substantiate the safety of our ingredients and products. Contact Amy for a consultation, 541-698-7957. John Gillespie of Sheriff John’s Classic Cars has returned to us and with a great addition, Bob Minshew’s Happy Days Malt Shop. Located in the Port of Gold Beach, Sheriff John’s Classic Cars and Happy Days Malt Shop is a great place to enjoy classic cars while enjoying tasty ice cream treats. Enjoy the ambiance of years gone by while you seat yourself in front of the authentic soda fountain bar overlooking a collection of classic cars – available for viewing or for sale. Lunch available Tuesday – Sunday and dinners Friday & Saturday with dances each Friday and live entertainment on Saturdays; Come down and visit, 541-247-0402. Anne Tlacker, MA brings us South Coast Counseling. South Coast Counseling provides advent and family therapy for people experiencing emotional problems but lack health insurance coverage. Anne has 30 years of experience in the field and hopes to provide quality and affordable relief from depression, anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. Anne has an office here in Gold Beach at 29756 Hillcrest and an office in Brookings at 624 Fleet Street, for your convenience. You may reach Anne at 541-373-1630 for more information. What a wonderful and diverse group of new members joining your Gold Beach Chamber of Commerce. Please visit www.goldbeachchamber.com for more information on our new and current chamber members. Welcome Amy, John, Bob and Anne, wonderful to have you.
National Night Out
This Tuesday, August 3rd, be sure to come out to Moore and Colvin Streets from 6-8pm and join your Gold Beach neighbors and law enforcement for food, refreshments, police car show and most importantly, information about crime and drug prevention. Meet your local law enforcement officers and learn how to build a neighborhood block watch. National Night Out is celebrating its 27th year this Tuesday on crime & drug prevention, ‘Last year's National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. In all, over 36 million people participated in National Night Out 2009’. Gold Beach is joining this fantastic event this year. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Citizens of Gold Beach, come out Tuesday, August 3rd and educate ourselves, joining forces with one another and together with law enforcement we send the message to criminals that we WILL have a safe city.