Weekly Birch Bay Buzz
June 9, 2021 | Week 23
Upcoming Events:
Chamber Chat - Monthly Networking
June 17, 2021, at 2 pm
We will be joined by special guest Jason Van der Veen, Fire Chief for Northwest Fire & Rescue Service.

"Dive-in" Movies at the Waterslides
June 18, 2021 Movie Gates open 8:00 pm

Kites for Kids Day
June 19, 2021, from 11 am - 4 pm

Berm Community Conversation #1
June 24th, 2021 @ 1 pm
Join the Berm Task Force to talk about our new pathway.
Welcome to our newest Member!
We are thrilled to welcome Borderview Lawn Care to the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce!
Birch Bay BUZZPOD
The first episode of the Birch Bay Buzz Pod launched on Tuesday, June 1st!

If you love our weekly update from the Birch Bay Buzz, the Buzz Pod is for you!
The Buzz Pod is available wherever you get your podcasts and on our website!

If you are a member and are interested in being featured in an upcoming episode reach out to Sacha for more information.
Member Information:
MEMBER OF THE MONTH - JUNE

Pacific Building Center is an essential business and remained open throughout the pandemic. This locally owned and operated business is centrally located between Birch Bay & Blaine. We are thankful for the support they provide the Chamber and our community throughout the year!
Summer Farm Market
This Saturday At Home Farm
Saturday, June 12th | 10 AM - 4 PM

Walk the farm, visit the farm stand and shop with over 20 of Home Farms' favorite local artisans and food vendors!

FREE ADMISSION
FREE FRESH AIR
FREE FARM FUN!
Birch Bay Waterslides Announces June 30th Opening!
Single Day General Admission are still discounted to $17 until June 15th, 2021.
Live music at THE BEACH all weekend long!
Reservations are recommended!
CALL (360) 392-8403
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Friday: Chris Eger - 6 PM - 9 PM
Saturday: NorthstaR - 3 PM - 6 PM
Sunday: Sunday Funday with Jimmy Wright - 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
As always, cornhole tournament on Wednesday & Trivia on Thursday!
Our Members are Hiring!
1 full-time farm hand position available. Home Farm will consider applicants as young as 16 but is looking for someone who can start ASAP and continue to work through the end of October.

Email: hello@homefarm.farm for more information.
Part-time trailer manager/chef ($20+/hour)
Looking for someone who can move the trailer, set up & at times cook.

Full-time Poutine Chef
($15-$17.5/hour DOE) + tips

Part-time Server
($14+/hour +tips)

Email pete@petespoutine.com to apply
Experience a plus, positive attitude a must! Willing to train the right person!
Servers
(wine, beer & craft cocktails knowledge a plus!)
Line Cooks
Dishwashers

Hourly wages DOE plus tip pool

Email resume to joni@thevaultwine.com
Phillips 66 - Ferndale Refinery has several positions available.
Click HERE for more information and to submit your application.
Banner Bank in Blaine is looking to hire for two open positions:
  • Full-time Client Service Manager
  • Full-time Teller
Umpqua Bank in Blaine is looking for a part-time (20 hours/week) Customer Solutions Associate
Lifeguard/Slide Attendant
Requirements: CPR/First aid certification required. Lifeguard certification required, but attainable through employment

Concessions Crew
Requirements: Valid food handlers permit

Grounds Crew
Requirements: Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the position.

Email to apply:
The Beach Bar - Worlds Only 5 Star Dive Bar is hiring a part-time experienced line cook.

Email your resume to makeawoof@gmail.com
Are you a member? Are you hiring? This is part of your Birch Bay Chamber membership benefits.
Please let us know how we can help you fill your open positions!
Important Information:
Business Resources for COVID-19 Recovery
Provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID 19.
Continues to accept new applications for low-interest loans through 12/31/21.
New Funding Program!
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open.

For questions about any of these programs reach out to the folks at the SBDC by clicking the link below.
Tax Credit for Businesses for COVID-19 Vaccine
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) allows eligible employers, to claim refundable tax credits that reimburse them for the cost of providing paid sick and family leave to their employees due to COVID-19, including leave taken by employees to receive or recover from COVID-19 vaccinations. The ARP tax credits are available to eligible employers that pay sick and family leave for leave from April 1, 2021, through September 30, 2021.
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Available
FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Community Information:
Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce | birchbaychamber.com