April 10, 2019
Featured Chamber Events
Grand Opening
Wed. April 17 @ 3:00pm

Please join us for the Grand Opening of Cherry Creek Mortgage on Wednesday, April 17 from 3:00 PM to 6:00PM!

Australia Preview Night
Tue. April 30 @ 5:30pm

Join the Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce and Chamber Explorations next fall as we experience the Best of Australia & New Zealand!

Membership Fast Track
Wed. May 1 @ 9:00am

Did your business recently join the Chamber? Are you a new employee who wants to know more about how to maximize your company's existing Chamber membership?

China Preview Night
Thur. May 9 @ 5:30pm

The magic and history of China is at your fingertips! Join the Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce as we return to China April 20-29, 2020.

Featured New Member
Green Valley Gardens
Green Valley Gardens is a retail plant nursery specializing in trees, shrubs & perennials. Come visit them for design advice, or to simply enjoy their beautiful park-like setting.

The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce Women in Business presents
"Second Chances & Changing Careers"
Member News Items
Providence seeking stories, photos of its history for book
Providence St. Mary Medical Center is seeking stories and photos for a book being written on its history by a local author. The hospital has contracted with author Linda Andrews to write a book on the history of the hospital, St. Vincent Academy and the legacy of the Sisters of Providence in Walla Walla. Community members who have photos or stories to share for possible publication in the book are asked to send their material to Cecilia.mckean@providence.org by May 31.
Washington Students Named 2019 Coco-Cola Scholars
Odom Corp is excited to announce that three exceptional seniors at Camas High School, Redmond High School & Columbia River High School in Washington have been recognized as one of the country’s most outstanding high school leaders by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation & have been awarded a $20,000 college scholarship.

Join the Community Council team!
Community Council is currently seeking to hire an Advocacy Coordinator. This person will facilitate the work of community volunteers as they advocate for positive change throughout our region.

Hire a Whitman College student this summer
Are you employing a Whitman student in Washington State this summer? If so, Whitman has Washington State Work Study funds that could reimburse you for up to 60% of their wages!

Stone Creek Dental Care has moved!
Stone Creek Dental Care has moved! Dr. Patty Martin has become at partner at Alder Family Dental in Walla Walla and moved to 342 Catherine Street this week. They are excited about the transition and are now able to offer even more services to their valued patients.

New & Existing Client Specials
Linda G. Horner, CPA, PLLC
Does QuickBooks have you puzzled? Let the Certified Public Accounting firm of Linda G. Horner, CPA, PLLC help you better understand your financial records so you can make more profitable financial or business decisions! Right now new clients can receive a FREE half-hour QuickBooks lesson or a new business, tax or budget consultation. And for existing clients, Linda is offering a $30 referral fee for any referral that results in a new client. Just make sure she knows who sent them!

Local Business Research Survey
Walla Walla School of Business
Walla Walla School of Business is looking to potentially offer cheap and free services to local businesses in Walla Walla and College Place. Fill out this survey so that we can understand who needs help, and what services they are looking for.

FREE Massage Upgrade
Essential Massage
Chamber Members will receive a free upgrade to a Hot Stone or Aromatherapy massage when booking their first session. Call 509-520-3402 or visit my website to book your appointment today.

"To Kill A Mockingbird"
Now Thru April 14
The Little Theatre of Walla Walla presents “To Kill a Mockingbird,” with performances April 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 14. This dramatic staging of Harper Lee’s classic story is told from the perspective of the children of Atticus Finch, the defense lawyer for a young black man accused of assaulting a white woman.

Spring Specials at Misbehaven
Now thru April 30
The Estheticians at Misbehaven are celebrating Spring with some limited time waxing specials to get you ready for Spring Break! Through the end of April you’ll save $10 off all body waxing services, and $5 off all facial waxing services with our team. Call now to get on the books! 509-526-4585.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
April 12
The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is a collection of films that illustrate not only the challenges facing our planet but the work communities are doing to protect the environment and the places we love.

Tastiest Taco
April 12-May 5
Get ready to explore the Walla Walla valley one delicious taco at a time! United Way of Walla Walla County has partnered with 20 restaurants and food trucks in Walla Walla and Columbia counties and Milton-Freewater to bring you the "Tastiest Taco" contest and fundraiser.

Annual Crab & Seafood Boil
April 13
Join us for our Annual Crab & Seafood Boil at Historic Canoe Ridge. Enjoy a delectable fare of seafood prepared by Canoe Ridge chefs with a complimentary glass of vino upon arrival.

Fort Walla Walla Open House
April 14
Enjoy a day of free admission to the museum! Our Open House is a chance for local residents to come see what’s new at the old fort.

Tax Extensions Deadline
April 15
TKCPA wants to give the residents of the Walla Walla Valley a friendly reminder that Tax Day will be here before we know it! Your 2018 taxes or extension are due Monday, April 15th. If you are looking for new tax representation for your business as we move through 2019, they would love to meet you.

Helpline's SoupPort
April 17
You are invited to Helpline's 14th annual SoupPort fundraiser luncheon and raffle. Please join us anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at St. Pat's Blanchet Hall on Wednesday, April 17.

The Derina Harvey Band
April 19
The Derina Harvey Band will perform at Gesa Power House Theatre on Friday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. Fearless front-woman Derina Harvey leads this Celtic rock group, who are recent winners of the People’s Choice Award at the 2018 Edmonton Music Awards.

Tony Orlando
April 20
Tony Orlando live in concert! Enjoy pop music including his #1 Billboard hits - Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree, Knock Three Times, and He Don't Love You (Like I Love You).

Easter Brunch
April 21
Join Eritage Resort for an Egg Hunt on the Great Lawn and a delicious way to welcome spring!

The Beaver Believers - Encore Screening
April 22
Based on the success of the recent sold-out Walla Walla premiere of the new documentary film “The Beaver Believers,” an encore screening is scheduled for Earth Day, Monday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m.

Volunteer Engagement
April 23 & 24
With volunteers helping your nonprofits execute its mission, it is important to nurture the spirit and the relationship you have with them. From point of entry to recognition, this workshop will offer solutions to keep your volunteers engaged. You'll come away with great tips for connecting people to their passions. 

Blue Mountain Baseball League Tryouts
April 23 & 29
Clinic/Tryout for Blue Mountain Baseball League(BMBL) formally known as Babe Ruth for kids ages 13-16. Event is co-hosted by Whitman College.

My View from Flyover Country: A Life in Media and Politics
April 24
Sarah Kendzior is the author of the New York Times bestseller "The View from Flyover Country: Dispatches from the Forgotten America," a collection of essays reporting on political and economic conditions prior to the 2016 election.

WWU Homecoming Weekend
April 25-28
Walla Walla University alumni are invited to participate in Homecoming Weekend 2019, April 25-28. Register today! To view the weekend schedule and to register, visit wallawalla.edu/homecoming.
Dog Jog 2019
May 5
Join us for the 6th Annual Dog Jog! The Dog Jog is an untimed 5k fun run/walk to benefit Blue Mountain Humane Society on Sunday, May 5, 2019.

Courageous Confidence Conference
May 8
Join Paul Casey and Growing Forward Services for a leadership development conference for anyone who wants to improve self-confidence to make a bigger difference.

“A Doll’s House, Part 2”
May 9
Nancy Simon will direct “A Doll’s House, Part 2” by Lucas Hnath at Gesa Power House Theatre on May 9, 11, and 12. The cast is comprised of Shauna Bogley, Kevin Loomer, Terri Trick, and Kathryn Bogley. This dramatic comedy was written as a modern response to a theater classic, however, knowledge of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” is not required.

“An Evening with George Winston”
September 20
Tickets are selling quickly for “An Evening with George Winston” on Friday, September 20 at Gesa Power House Theatre. Celebrated pianist George Winston releases his latest album Restless Wind in May.

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