June 4, 2019 Chamber Newsletter
THANK YOU RED CANOE!
We thank Red Canoe Credit Union - They recognize the amazing talents we have in our local Kent School District. Red Canoe has selected to partner with the Covington Chamber of Commerce to sponsor appreciation gifts that go out to our local education & administrative professionals! Thank you Red Canoe for partnering with us to best serve our Covington Community.
JOIN US 6/19 FOR...
A presentation by Kerstin O'Shields , the Nation's Leading Body Language Strategist!
"Best of..."2019 awards presented by the Reporter & speed networking fun!

LUNCHEON RSVP & PREPAY REQUIRED by 6/12 -This is a well attended event with limited seats. If you are interested in joining either chamber we will be offering a special chamber membership price for this one day only! To learn more about this offer email: [email protected]
Facebook event info HERE.
Link to more detailed event info HERE.

Please note that a failure to cancel within 48 hours, or a no show, will result in an invoice of $25. Please review the luncheon policy via the button below. Thank you for understanding.
Are you attending June's Joint Chamber Luncheon?
LOCATION
Lake Wilderness Lodge, MV

DATE AND TIME
06/19/19 11:30am - 06/19/19 1:00pm

11:30am-1pm @Lake Wilderness Lodge $22 member/$27non. RSVP & PREPAY REQUIRED by 6/12/19
I'll be there! $22 meal (member)
I'll be there! $27 meal (nonmember)
I can't make it this time.
Join us on Thursday, 6/20/19, for a casual networking and happy hour opportunity at The Rock. We meet between 4:30-6:30pm (ish) drop in style. JOIN THE FUN & DON'T MISS OUT!
This is open to members and potential members! Bring a relative, friend, neighbor, loved one, business acquaintance, associate...We look forward to meeting you and yours! (21+ please)
If you do plan to attend please RSVP: [email protected]
ANNUAL CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD
Nominations are now being accepted for Covington's Citizen of the Year and Honorary Citizen of the Year! Citizen of the Year nominees must reside within Covington city limits. Honorary Citizen of the Year nominees should live outside of Covington, but have made an impact on the City in some way. Award winners will be celebrated at the July 10 regular City Council Meeting. Winners will also be asked to participate in the Covington Days Festival Parade in July and at the Annual Tree Lighting in December.
Nominations can be made by completing this online form or a nomination letter can also be dropped off or mailed to City Hall by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
Keep An Eye Out For "Pop Up Promo Parties" We are putting something unique together to celebrate local businesses. Questions? [email protected]
2ND ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL
Free Community Event
9.21.19 from 11am-2pm
Turn Screens Off so you can Turn Life On! Promote healthy youth activities at your business!
SIGN UP FOR HEADSHOTS! 9/12/19 event
Thursday, September 12th 2019 we will offer headshots again! $30 gets you your sitting fee and 1 digital image of your choice.

This is done directly before and after the luncheon. You do NOT need to attend the luncheon to register for your headshot.

Preregister Please - we need 20 individuals signed up by 8/30 in order to continue with the event.
Cathy Wahlin - Windermere
Broker, ABR, ASR, CRS, CSP, Realtor ®
Windermere real estate/psk, Inc

When Cathy helps you buy or sell a home you can expect personal service customized to your real estate goals. Cathy gets to know you on a personal level and treats all her customers equally and as friends! She is easy going, honest, approachable, compassionate and knowledgeable. Contact Cathy to move to a smaller or larger home, investing or selling a rental or multi-family property. Cathy offers key insights from her experience to help you buy and sell with confidence! Cathy's office is in Kent Station and she welcomes sitting down to discuss your goals! To contact her, call 253-315-1758 or [email protected].
CALL TO ACTION!
Have you ever thought about joining our Chamber Board of Directors? Now is the time! We make a positive impact in the Covington Community and ensure the Chamber members have the best time ever! Don't wait - Apply today! Visit our landing page: HERE
JOIN OUR ENTRY IN THE PARADE!
7.20.19 in COVINGTON!
JOIN OUR CHAMBER PARADE ENTRY!
July 20th we will meet in the morning to walk in the parade for all of Covington to see us while we show our support for our City! We wear/represent our individual businesses while walking TOGETHER in the Chamber's entry. Last year we had 65 participants in our entry alone and we won the "Spirit of Covington" award 2018! Don't miss out - walk with us today! Email us to let us know you plan to participate: [email protected]
UPCOMING CHAMBER & COMMUNITY EVENTS
SAVE THE DATES!

6/7 Neighbors Helping Neighbors Charity Golf Tournament Information HERE.
6/8 Black Diamond Adventure Camps Diamond Dash Race 5K! 9am-12pm For event details contact them HERE.
6/15 Maple Valley Farmers' Market Opening Day! 9am-2pm
6/19/19 JOINT chamber luncheon Covington - Maple Valley - Black Diamond! This will be a speed networking opportunity, "Best of..." 2019 award recognition by the Reporter and a presentation by the Nation's Leading Body Language Strategist, Kerstin O'Shields. Info: HERE Facebook Event: HERE
6/20/19 Third Thursday After Hours at The Rock 4:30-6:30pm "ish"
6/25/19 11am-2pm CRBS Blood Drive at City Hall, Covington
6/29/19 12pm-3pm CRBS Blood Drive at 26285 238th Lane SE, MV
7/18 SAVE THE DATE! Ribbon Cutting & After Hours starting 4:30pm at Valley Automotive & Electric. (This replaces our Third Thursday event)
7/20 Covington Days Parade! Join the Chamber entry - email us: [email protected]
8/15 SAVE THE DATE! After Hours at Ristrettos Maple Valley 4:30pm (Replaces our Third Thursday)
9/21 FALL FESTIVAL 11am-2pm! GET YOUR $50 BOOTH TODAY! (Nonprofit chamber members $25)
10/25 Annual Chamber auction fundraiser "Monster Bash 2019" 6-9pm at The Weatherly Inn - Lake Meridian. Details to follow!



 

For additional info on the above events, view our Community Calendar  

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