Imperial Chamber of Commerce
E-News From the Imperial Chamber
October 10, 2012


297 South Imperial Avenue
Imperial, CA 92251
Phone: (760) 355-1609
Fax: (760) 355-3920
www.imperialchamber.org

We Are Here To Serve You!

Sharon Ryan
Chief Executive Officer
ceo@imperialchamber.org

Alexis Brown
Assistant Coordinator of Marketing & Special Evens
alexis@imperialchamber.org
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2012-2013
Imperial Market Days



Upcoming Dates:
October 20- 4PM to 8PM
November 20-  4PM to 8PM
December 8-  4PM to 8PM
January 12-  4PM to 8PM
February 23- 11AM to 3PM
March 16-  4PM to 8PM

To download a vendor application, please  CLICK HERE. 

*Imperial Chamber* *Pumpkin Patch*

The Imperial Chamber of Commerce will have a Pumpkin Patch during the upcoming Farmer's Market on October 20, 2012.  Along with our Pumpkin Patch, the Imperial Chamber will be selling Julian Pie Co. Cider Donuts.
Stop by and enjoy what the Fall season has to offer at the Imperial Chamber Booth!
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Tiger
Imperial Tigers
Varsity Football

HOME GAME
Friday, October 12, 2012
Imperial Tigers vs. Brawley Wildcats
@ 7PM
 
Imperial High School
 Football Field
517 West Barioni Blvd.
Imperial, CA 92251
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Imperial County Film Commission


The Imperial County Film Commission will be hosting a Premier Party for the Twilight Saga- Breaking Dawn Part II on November 15, 2012.  This event will be located at the Cinemark Theaters at the Imperial Valley Mall in El Centro, CA.
Tickets are available at the Imperial Chamber of Commerce for $20.
 Ticket Price Includes: Movie Ticket, Event Goody Bag, 1 Free Prize Drawing Ticket and Appetizers.
Party On the Lawn @ 5PM
Special Event @ 7PM
Tickets must be purchased by November 7, 2012.  Seating is limited!
Twilight Fans 13 & Up are welcome to attend.  Twilight Fans under 13 must be accompanied by an Adult.
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Desert Cruisers Car Club
Cruzzin Under the Sea Level III
October 12 & 13, 2012
Airporter Inn
Imperial, CA
Registration: $35 per entry
After October 1, 2012: $40
2nd Entry: $15
Open to all Cars, Types and Years & All Bikes/ First 100 Pre-Registered park on Grass.  Proceeds of this event will benefit the American Cancer Society El Centro Relay for Life 2012 and other Charities.
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Greetings!  

The Imperial Chamber of Commerce would like to keep you up to date on what is happening with our members and in your community.  Please review the articles below to see our renewing members and upcoming Chamber and community events!
Thank You To Our Renewing Members

Airporter Inn:  The Airporter Inn is a full service hotel offering a range of amenities and comforts.  The Airporter Inn is conveniently located next door to the Imperial County Airport.  For those who need to catch an early flight or are doing business in the Imperial Valley, make the Airporter Inn your first choice!  To make your reservation today, please call 760-355-4500.  For more information on the services you can expect at the Airporter Inn, please visit their website at www.airporterinn.com. 

Burk Dog Training:
  Your Pets Are Important! So when it comes to training or caring for them look to an expert who has the knowledge, skill, ability, experience, education, and reputation to make it a success for both you and your dog!  Mike Burk is a Professional Dog Trainer in the Imperial Valley and has over 30 years of success in training happy dogs of all shapes and sizes. This success is evident in the number of repeat clients returning time after time with new dogs to be trained and the countless number of client referrals from both previous clients and local veterinarians.  For more information about Burk Dog Training, please contact Michael Burk at 760-353-4391 or visit his website at www.burkdogtraining.com. 

Community Pharmacy: Community Pharmacy is located at 117 North Imperial Ave. in Imperial, CA.  For all your drug store and prescription needs stop by and get the personalized service you deserve.  For more information about the services Community Pharmacy provides, please contact them at 760-355-2863. 

Derma's Floor Covering:  Derma's Floor Covering are here to help with all your flooring needs.  Are you ready for a new look around the house?  Derma's Floor Covering offers a range of services from your basic Carpet and Laminate to Hardwood Floors and Tiling & Stone work.  Derma's Floor Covering in conveniently located at 220 North 'J' Street in Imperial, CA.  To make and appointment for your consultation today, please contact Ray Derma at 760-355-2483.  For more information on the services this member provides, please visit their website at www.dermasfloorcovering.com. 

Estrada Systems Group, Inc.: At ESG we identify, adapt and develop the best suiting technology for your project. We use proven methodologies and a flexible approach to define and implement the overall strategy.
We use technology to keep technology useful for you and your organization and we are available to you before, during, and after project roll out. We always follow up on all projects to ensure complete customer satisfaction.  For more information about ESG, please contact Alex Estrada at 760-481-7672 or visit their website at www.esgol.net. 

Heart and Hand In Home Care:
  Heart and Hand Assisted Living is a family-owned and operated business located in El Centro, California. Patty McGrew and her daughter, Jennifer Thomason, are actively involved in all areas of the business. Licensed in March 2006, the quality of service and the degree of professionalism of all of the employees has earned Heart and Hand the reputation of being "The place to live".

We employ CNAs as well as home caregivers. Although we are a non-medical facility, every caregiver is well-trained, as well as screened. Each is bonded and insured, and is required to have a Federal and State background check, as well as drug screening, as a condition of employment. In our home we have both Private and Companion rooms available. Situated on 1 acre, the house and gardens are a welcome respite for our Residents. The covered patios offer them the opportunity to dine outside or just relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

For more information about this member and their services, please contact them at 760-353-1387 or visit their website at www.heartandhandiv.com.   

   

Original Sid Blackman Plumbing:  Original Sid Blackman Plumbing Inc.'s management and employees are dedicated to delivering quality and value through the pursuance of excellence in the work that we do.

We are committed to being recognized as the Imperial Valley's finest plumbing company. We will provide a safe workplace where our employees are treated with respect and dignity while taking pride in the company and the workmanship we provide. Our actions will be one of continuous improvement while instilling a sense of perserverence and resolve to accomplish our goals and objectives.

We will support our community and each other while making Original Sid Blackman Plumbing, Inc. a preferred place to work and and a place to work and a valuable asset to our customers.   

For more information regarding the services Original Sid Blackman Plumbing provides, please contact them at 760-352-3632 or visit their website at www.blackmanplumbing.net.   

  

Pacific West Development:  Pacific West Development was founded in 2008 and is managed and owned by the well-respected industry professionals Daniel R. Dobron and Andrew J. Dixon. Daniel has over ten years of contractor experience and was formerly the Vice President of Operations of Innovative Communities, Inc., a privately held development and home-building company headquartered in Southern California. He is a licensed general contractor and sales broker in the State of California.
Pacific West Development started their housing construction in the Imperial Valley in 2009. The company spent a considerable amount of time buying foreclosed homes, remodeled them and then brought them to the market for sale. Pacific West Development was very successful in its endeavors to capitalize on the opportunities in the foreclosure market throughout 2009 and definitely will continue to buy these distressed assets and rehabilitate them so that it cleans up neighborhoods and makes them safer.  For more information about this member, please contact (951) 240-5230 or visit their website at www.pwdevelopment.com. 

Pollakov Financial Group:  The Pollakov Financial Group is one of the premier financial services organizations in the California. We are one of only a handful of comprehensive financial services firms in the country having 16 different divisions. We offer our clients access to a wide variety of products and services to serve their unique financial needs. 
The Pollakov Financial Group is conveniently located at 115 North Imperial Avenue, Suite D in Imperial, CA.  For more information on the services this member provides, or to speak to an agent, please call 760-355-7720 or visit their website at www.pollakovfinancialgroup.com.  

Vantage Oncology:  Vantage owns and operates 45 radiation oncology centers in 12 states. Our network of affiliated and partnered medical groups provide critical oncology services to over 1,000 patients per day.
We treat cancer by creating an environment of wellness surrounding the patient with exceptional medical professionals, vast clinical expertise and technical resources. We become part of every community we serve and work with other organizations to bring awareness and education
to those affected by cancer.
Vantage Oncology serves as the only radiation treatment center in the Imperial County and we are initiating public awareness campaign that would serve as a starting point for persons who have questions about or surrounding Cancer.  Questions may be about diagnosis, detection, prevention, management or survivor-ship.  The project allows for interested persons to call a local number to have these questions answered.  The reason this project is being developed is out of necessity and a move to improve the continuum of healthcare for persons in this medically under served area. 
For more information regarding this member, or their campaign, please call 760-339-5620 or visit their website at www.vantageoncology.com.


THANK YOU TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS! WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT.

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Upcoming Imperial Chamber Events

Join Us Tomorrow Night!
Save the Date!
November 8, 2012
Imperial Chamber Monthly Mixer
Hosted By: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriot & Johnny Carino's
503 East Danenburg Drive
El Centro, CA 92243
Time: 5:30PM to 7:30PM
*To advertise your business at this Chamber event, donate a raffle prize! To find out how, please contact the Imperial Chamber at 760-355-1609 or email alexis@imperialchamber.org. 


2012 Parade of Lights & Christmas In A Small Town
Applications are now available for the 2012 Parade of Lights & Christmas In A Small Town!  Click on the links below to download your parade entry form or vendor application, or visit our website EVENT PAGE.   
SAVE THE DATES! 
2012 Parade of Lights- December 14, 2012 @ 6PM
Parade Entry Form
Vendor Application
2012 Christmas In A Small Town- December 15, 2012 @ 9AM-3PM 
Vendor Application

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Support this great Imperial Tradition by becoming a sponsor.  Spots are limited.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity!