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Festival in the Park Cancelled for 2009 The annual August Festival in the Park event has been cancelled for 2009. After experiencing financial loss and difficulty finding volunteers, the Chamber took the decision to the membership. It was voted to discontinue the Festival for 2009, however the Chamber will revisit this decision before the year is out.
The Orting Chamber of Commerce inherited the coordination of the festival from the Orting Business and Civic Association. The community event has its roots in the history of another local organization, according to River's Edge Assembly of God Church. "Members of the Church organized the “Jesus Fair” during these years. It became a huge summer draw. This was the forerunner to the “Festival in the Park” held each August." Taken from an excerpt at http://jumpin.org/welcome/our-history/
Chamber Scholarship Awarded to OHS Graduate Spirits were high as the OHS Class of 2009 graduating seniors embarked on the journey to make their big cap and gown walk to receive their diplomas at the Puyallup Fair Events Center June 11th.
127 students graduated with 124 participating in the ceremonies. 36 students received scholarships valued at $68,850.
The recipient of the Chamber of Commerce scholarship was Sharena Akers who received other recognitions as well including:
I.M.O. Viola (Knaack) Carr $500
Orting Chamber of Commerce $500
Orting Eagles Auxiliary #3480 $500
Public School Employees $500
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Community July 4th Celebration Fun With Eagles
Come and join the fun! The Orting 4th of July Community Committee has created a wonderful event for the whole family. Held at the Lions Park on Orville Road, the event opens to the public at 1:00 pm. This year the kids can look forward to: Pony Rides, Putt Putt Golf, Inflatable toys, a Kids Carnival with games and prizes, and a REAL Nascar with a simulator inside! For the adults we have a Beer and Wine garden with wine tasting from a premiere Eastern Washington Vineyard. There will be Live Music and an all day Bar B Que hosted by the Lions and Eagles. Some of the vendors you can visit are: Wild Boar Knives and Sharpening Service, Mary Kay, So So Pretty, Cookie Lee, Scentsy Candles, Avon, Schwans, Ups and Downs Henna Tattoo artist and Hot Off the Press Tees. Cap off the day with our professional fireworks display set for dusk. We are still accepting vendors. Volunteers are always welcome as well. Call 253-255-2829 or 253-255-6991 for more info.
Country Music Jam Sessions are back on Thursdays and Sundays, 4:30 pm pending other scheduled events. No cover charge.
8 Ball Pool Tourney every Monday, 7:30 pm.
All You Can Eat Taco Tuesdays $6, 5-7 pm.
The public is welcome to visit Eagles and participate in events. For hall rental and other information call 360-893-3480 Big O Motorcycles Coming To Town The Big O Poker Run is coming back to Orting with a bevy of big, beautiful motorcycles of all shapes, sizes and species, on July 18th for their 2nd annual event hosted by Orting Eagles. According to event coordinator Dick Ford, last year's event had 122 participants, sold 130 entry tickets and generated a$1040 donation to local Communities In Schools. Eagles staffs the checkpoints, serves breakfast at the start of the ride and barbeque burgers after the ride. Local businesses support the event with door prize donations. For more details call 360-893-2770 or go to the website http://thebigoride.com/about.phpJOHN L. SCOTT ORTING HAS NEW OWNERS After being in the mortgage business for over 25 years, Dan and Dawn Heilbrun recently purchased John L. Scott Real Estate, Orting from previous owner John Lynch.
The Heilbruns started their own mortgage company, Mountain Valley Mortgage Corporation in January, 2008. Dawn started on the ground floor of the mortgage industry back in 1981 as a mortgage underwriter. After 7 years of underwriting, she worked in a variety of operational roles and mortgage management. Dan and Dawn became a mortgage origination team and have between them over 35 years of mortgage experience. Since making the decision to originate loans and work directly with the consumer, they have been top producers. This is mainly attributed to the high percentage of business that comes from referrals of satisfied, loyal customers, family and friends who had no idea that getting a home loan could be so easy and stress free.
Real Estate Agents who have had the pleasure of working with them are amazed at the consistent updates, platinum service, and the contentment of knowing that their loan will close on time. These agents know that they can refer Dan and Dawn Heilbrun with confidence and know that their clients will receive world class service.continue to deliver the highest quality of service.
Dawn says "John L. Scott stands for integrity and we are here to serve the real estate and mortgage needs of our community. We are 100% committed to you and your referrals! Your satisfaction and referrals are the foundation of our business. Without 'You' there would be no 'Us' and we recognize that on a daily basis. It is our goal to turn every customer into a raveing fan for life and continue giving our customers the service that they deserve. Our office number is 360-893-3380. We always have a Real Estate Agent on duty or cyou can reach our broker directly at 206-914-3027."
Dawn also serves on the board of the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and John L Scott Orting is a member of the Orting Chamber of Commerce. John L. Scott is located in the Safeway Plaza.
For mortgage needs you can reach Dan at 253-307-6320 Orting Library Happenings Corner of Washington and Train St. 360-893-2661 June 23, 3:30 p.m. Puppets in the Round July 7, 3:30 p.m. The Magic Suitcase Storytelling July 16, 2 p.m. Rhyme and Read with Mother Goose July 23, 2:30 p.m. The Puppet Theatre Presents "Rumplestiltskin" and "Too Much Noise" Aug. 13 Creative Creatures, Creative Homes storytelling Nov. 21st, 2 p.m. Clay Martin puppet show Orting Valley Senior Center Happenings Seniors may sign up for Farmers Market vouchers between 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, June 24 at the Orting Valley Senior Center. Seniors may sign up for Farmers Market vouchers between 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, June 24 at the Orting Valley Senior Center. Vouchers are valued at $40 and may be used anytime in 2009. However, they may only be used at authorized farmers markets and roadside stands. The list of authorized places will be available at the June 24 signing. To receive vouchers, you must be 60 years and older (55+ if you are Native American or Alaska Native), have an income no greater than $1,669 a month ($2,246 for two people), and you must attend the signing-up session June 24 to receive them. Don't forget your picture ID; you will be required to show it at the signing. The vouchers are part of a county-wide program begun three years ago, spearheaded by District 1 representative Shawn Bunney, who represents Orting on the Pierce County Council. The Orting Valley Senior Center is located at 120 Washington Ave. N., in the Orting School District Administration Building. A food bank operates at the Senior Center five days a week and is open to the public. Hot meals exceeding USDA nutritional guidelines are served five days a week and also are open to the public (seniors receive a discount on meal prices). For more information about the Farmers Market voucher program, other nutritional services for seniors or any issue related to seniors and their families, please contact Senior Center Director Barbara Hansen at 360-893-5827, e-mail to
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, or mail to P.O. Box 104, Orting, WA 98360. Thanks Daffodil Volunteers! Once again, the community pulled together to make a great Daffodil Day in Orting with over 10,000 folks in attendance.Float Coordinator Krista Butler had assistance from: Tom & Marci Bannon, Mallory Beckingham, Jim Dowd, Melissa Eastman, Pam & Larry Giles, Paul with Honeybucket, Danny & Jo Jones, John Kelly, Debbie Knowles Valley Sign, Mike Kress, Glen Mason, Murrays Disposal, Matt Post, Jennifer Pucket, Rainbow Connection Preschool, Dave from Russell Construction, and Taleen Vanesky. The star of the float was Jacqueline McMahon, former Miss. Washington and Orting attorney. Financial donors included: The City of Orting, Dick Ford & Barbara Hansen, Frontier Bank, Metlife Home Loans Krista Butler, Judy Moritz, Orting Lions Club, Orting Lions Park, Orting Kiwanis, Orting Chiropractic. Those helping in the OCOC food booth included: James Anton, Don Barenz & Patti DeLaney, Marlene & Perry Bartram, Dan Bunker, Jen Donahue, Stan Feebus, Tom Felkins, Dick Ford, Larry & Pam Giles, Sandra Hamilton, Jim Madison & Rhonda Madison, Pat Pedersen, Terri Pippen, Melissa and Chuck Rose, Tony Schneider, Deffia Schoos, Betty Skodenski, Marlene & Terry Wade.
TASTE OF ORTING COMING IN AUGUST
I wanted to make sure to extend an invitation to the businesses to have an informational booth at the Taste of Orting which will be on August 29th from noon - 4 PM. We are hoping a business might be able to provide water or another beverage (since we didn't have any beverages at the last one and people were really thirsty!) We are hoping the Lions, the senior center and the Kiwanis will be there as well to provide yummy, snacky kid-type food to the little ones who come - so the chamber having the water or juice would be ideal! (Maybe even one of those inexpensive McDonalds orange soda/juice containers?)
You can hand out literature while you are there and set up a business display board! I think we will have a large turnout so it will be great opportunity for advertisement for ALL businesses in town!)
It is going to be a great event and wonderful, fun fundraiser for CISO! We are not doing our fund raising auctions anymore, so we are looking forward to raising funds in this great way! We are going to have a dunk tank (some school principals offered to be dunked! That will be fun!) and some kind of entertainment! We are also handing out our back to school supplies at the event as well. Our committee is hard at work to make this a great event!
Let me know if you would like to have a booth slot asap! Kim Farnes, Communities in Schools (360)893-3156, Ext.1 I'm proud to tell you that I'm being locked up on June 25th...that's right, I'm going behind bars to help Jerry's Kids© and MDA. I will only get bread and water while in jail and in order to be released on good behavior I have to raise bail and I need your help! I know many of you would prefer to see me stay in the "jail" but my goal is to raise enough funds for one child to get a wheelchair so that they can sense a little bit of the freedom we all take for granted! So, I need your help to do that! Once I raise those funds, I will be released! I have a parole officer who checks in on my progress and makes sure I am behaving myself! (Poor, poor parole officer! He has no idea what kind of inmate he has gotten responsibility for! Haha!) All you have to do is click here to make a secure, online donation before 06/25/09. Your donation will help families living in our community and help guarantee me an early release. I can't wait to add you to my list of contributors. Thanks in advance for your help. Don't hesitate to call or email me with any questions. Together we'll make a difference, Kim If the link above does not work, please cut and paste the address below into the address bar of your Internet browser. https://www.joinmda.org/seattle2009spaceneedle/kimfarnes/ General Meeting Minutes June 10, 2009, 7:30-9 AM, Orting Eagle’s Hall The Networking Breakfast was generously provided by Clementina Perez, owner of Los Pinos. Coffee and facility were provided by the Orting Eagles, Dick Barnes. President Steve Rodrigues opened the meeting by thanking Clementina for the lovely and delicious freshly prepared breakfast. Steve thanked Dick Barnes of Orting Eagles for the generous use of the facilities and providing coffee and thanked Mike and Kari Otis of the Orting Floral and Greenhouse for providing the floral centerpieces.
Meeting Minutes: A motion was made and seconded to approve the General Meeting minutes from May 2009. Minutes were accepted with no corrections.
Treasurer’s Report:
A motion was made and seconded to approve Treasurer’s report. The report included the 2009 Profit & Loss by Class Expenses through May 11, 2009. The report was accepted with no corrections. Final numbers from the Culpepper Merriweather Circus held on May 30th should be available for membership review at the July general meeting.
Member and Guest Introductions: Superintendent Davis introduced Michelle Curry the incoming Orting School District Superintendent. Michelle discussed her plans for the first year as Superintendent (effective July 1, 2009). Questions including the WASL, higher functioning special education students take WA or WAS with teachers providing portfolios. Tests will be streamlined and computerized for more efficient feedback to teachers and parents. The Chamber has so enjoyed working with Jeff and wishes him success in his new position.
Keynote Speakers: Audrey Cunningham, Life Coach and Motivational Speaker, discussed why Personal Development is important for your business. Audrey has been employed by Key Bank for the past 11 years. Michelle discussed her positive reaction when she found out that she and her team’s jobs were being eliminated this year. During a recent Key Bank Leadership Team development, the recommended reading was “The Dream Manager” by Matthew Kelley. The focus of this book is to practice thinking ‘outside the box’ to assist individual employees to improve themselves, thereby improving the company. Michelle brought the skills she learned to Key Bank’s Customer Service team, asking each team member what their dreams are. “When you are fulfilled you can make every day a good day”. Audrey stressed the importance of spending 30 minutes a day for yourself, making a deposit in your own “bank” rather than continual withdrawals draining your resources. Today, for those who are already taking “30” for themselves, Audrey challenged the group to write down 5 personal dreams. For those who are not, she challenged to take those 30 minutes each day. Remember that if you do not take care of yourself, no one else will. Taking time for yourself and fulfilling a dream will contribute to your overall sense of accomplishment. The sense of accomplishment will spill over into your business, improving all aspects of your business. Update on Executive Director Search: Steve received 50 applications in one week of advertising on Craig’s list. 45 had acceptable experience, 5 of the applicants are from Orting and the surrounding area. Steve opened the floor to the members asking input as to what skills are important to them in an Executive Director. Website, newsletter, focus on activities that will bring business into Orting were mentioned. Pam challenged the local business to tell the Chamber what are their specific needs. Kim F. responded that she would like the Chamber to market to outside and local populations. Marlene W. asked the businesses how can have effective marketing with shoestring budget. John R. from the Wild Rose Quilt shop, uses email blasts, reminding readers to spend time checking out Orting. Ask organizations using Orting (like the Kingsmen) to ask their members to support the town that supports them. Wine /chocolate walks were discussed. Give referrals to each other’s business. Be a good business buddy and give honest feedback to your fellow Orting business owner on how they might improve customer service. The OCOC office needs to be open at the time posted. The Board will be conducting interviews with the top five applicants in the next two weeks. OCOC Scholarship winner: OHS Senior Sharena Akers was this year’s recipient. The scholarship will be presented at graduation Thursday, June 11, 2009, at the Puyallup Fairgrounds.
Government updates: Joe Pestinger reminded everyone of the City of Orting Council meeting tonight at 7 pm at the Multipurpose building. Tonight’s meeting will be televised. There is only one applicant for each council position. For Mayor, incumbent Cheryl Temple and restaurant owner and CISO director Kim Farnes have their hats in the ring. Clementina Perez, owner of Los Pinos is running for Orting School Board. OCOC Members Update: Los Pinos will be undergoing substantial remodeling with business conducted “picnic style” until completion. CISO is sponsoring the annual Back to School supply drive starting early. More need is expected this year. CISO is sponsoring the second annual Taste of Orting on Sat Aug 29th noon to 4 pm. The event will be held outside this year with fun events like ‘pie in the face’ and dunk tanks (volunteers needed) bands (see flyer). The Wild Rose is hosting the Quilt Hop June 24th -28th. John encourages all to bring your store coupons for distributions. 4th of July committees is looking for local vendors. Contact Susan Wrigley or Dave Harmon.
The OCOC annually sponsored Home for the Holidays meeting starts in July 29th noon at Los Pinos. All are welcome. Other Member Group Input: John R. from the Wild Rose called for audit of the books. Susan Wrigley stated that she has a committee of 3 including a nonmember (Sam Colorossi), and member Pat Pedersen, professional book keeper will be reviewing books in the coming weeks.
Misc. 50/50 Raffle: A total of $15 was donated. Winner was Mike and Kari Otis of Orting Floral and Greenhouse. $11.00 of “Coffee” donations was collected for the Eagles. 14 beautiful begonia plants were sold for a net profit of $35 to the OCOC General Fund. Respectfully Submitted, Marlene Bartram, Secretary OCOC |
