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Make your reservation for the Networking Lunch on Tuesday, March 10 at Bargetto Winery. Michael Arnone, landscape architect with Arnone & Associates will speak about conceptual use plans for a park adjacent to the Rispin Mansion located at Wharf Road and Clares Street.

Connect with business people and community members, hear about current issues, and enjoy a delicious lunch catered by Whole Foods Market Capitola. Bring plenty of business cards. Raffle prize donations are welcome and appreciated. Seating is limited. Reservations and advance payment are required. $20 Capitola-Soquel Chamber members; $25 nonmembers. Register online at http://www.capitolachamber.com/events/ or call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber at 831.475.6522.

Third Fridays - Capitola Mall is a free monthly indoor walking art tour. The kick-off event will be Friday, March 20 from 5:30 - 8:30pm. Each month, the stores and venues at the Capitola Mall will host local artists and their work, celebrating the creative culture that makes Santa Cruz County special. The Regional Artisans Association stewards this art walk by recruiting exhibiting artists, publishing each month’s walking map and promotional materials, and marketing the event through radio, print and social media. RAA’s non-profit art venue at the mall, Art of Santa Cruz, serves as the anchor gallery for this event. For more information visit www.regionalartisansassociation.org or call Art of Santa Cruz 831-515-7390 or Scotts Valley Artisans 831-439-9094.

NETWORKING LUNCH AT BARGETTO WINERY MARCH 10

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Founded in 1941, the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit 501c(6) membership supported organization serving the community as an information center and is often the first stop for residents, professionals, visitors and those relocating to the area to seek assistance. The Chamber provides a variety of benefits to area businesses and opens the door for community involvement. A strong Chamber of Commerce helps to build and maintain a robust business environment which in turn sustains a healthy and vibrant community.

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11:30am-1pmNetworking Lunch at Bargetto WineryReservation required. Call 831.475.6522or online www.capitolachamber.com/events

6- 9pmCapitola-Soquel Chamber Annual AwardsReservation required. Call 831.475.6522or online www.capitolachamber.com/events

5:30-8:30pmThird Fridays – Capitola Mall Walking Art Tour

5 -6:30pmMixer at It’s Wine Tyme & Beach House Rentals312 Capitola Ave, Capitola Village

11amCapitola Village Easter Egg HuntOn beach in front of Capitola Venetian Hotel

11:30am-1pmNetworking Lunch

5-6:30pmMixer hosted by Santa Cruz County Green Business Programat Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce

11:30am-1pmNetworking Lunch

6 - 9pmCapitola Art & Wine “The Grape Gatsby” Kickoff Party at Bargetto Winery. Tickets online www.capitolachamber.com/events

3/26CAPITOLA-SOQUEL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 74TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARDS CELEBRATION

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Join us in honoring our 2015 Community Award recipients on Thursday, March 19 from 6-9pm at the Seascape Golf Club in Aptos. Cost to attend is $65 per person. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Register online at www.capitolachamber.com/ or call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber at 831.475.6522 by March 13.

MIXER AT IT’S WINE TYME AND BEACH HOUSE RENTALS MARCH 26

Mix and mingle at the After-Hours Networking Mixer on Thursday, March 26 from 5:00 – 6:30pm co-hosted by It’s Wine Tyme and Beach House Rentals located at 312 Capitola Avenue in Capitola Village. Admission is $5 for Capitola-Soquel Chamber members and $10 nonmembers. Enjoy appetizers, wine, raffle prizes and networking. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get to know other professionals and community members in a friendly, social environment. People do business with people they know and trust! More info at www.capitolachamber.com/events or call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber at 831-475-6522.

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• Community Awards Celebration• Xandra Swimwear

• BFF Boutique• Best Baby Rentals• NextStage Productions• Sign Authority

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THIRD FRIDAYS - CAPITOLA MALL WALKING ART TOUR MARCH 20

CAPITOLA VILLAGE EASTER EGG HUNT APRIL 4 Hop on down to Capitola Village for the annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4 at 11AM sharp! Children 12 and under can search for candy-filled eggs hidden in the sand on the beach in front of the Capitola Venetian Hotel. Visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy healthy snacks from Whole Foods Market Capitola. Bring your camera to capture a memorable day on the beach in Capitola! The event is free and sponsored by the Capitola Village and Wharf businesses and the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce. Visit www.capitolachamber.com/events or call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber for more information 831.475.6522.

• Art & Wine Kick off Party• Community Awards Celebration

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Save the Date for the Capitola Art & Wine Festival “Grape Gatsby” Kickoff Party at Bargetto Winery on May 21 from 6 – 9pm. Enjoy appetizers catered by Barbara & Company Catering, wine tasting from Festival wineries, live and silent auction, and more. Get ready for some roaring 20’s speakeasy fun! Visit http://www.capitolachamber.com/events/ for more info or call 831-475-6522.

CAPITOLA ART & WINE KICKOFF PARTYTHE GRAPE GATSBY MAY 21

CAPITOLA-SOQUEL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 74TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARDS CELEBRATIONMARCH 19Join us in honoring our 2014 Community Award recipients on Thursday, March 19 from 6 - 9pm at the Seascape Golf Club in Aptos. Cost to attend is $65 per person. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Register online at www.capitolachamber.com/ or call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber at 831.475.6522 by March 13.

Welcome New Members

CAPITOLA SOQUEL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MARCH 2015

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Chamber Notes

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHRISTINE MCBROOMCHAIR PERSON

KATY MICHELSON CHAIR-ELECT

JILL CLINE VICE-CHAIR OF FINANCE

DENNIS NORTONSECRETARY

MICHAEL TERMINI COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIRECTOR

ANDREW ARENSONVertical Rail

MATT ARTHURCapitola Beach Co.

SONDI CARCELLOIt’s Wine Tyme

RYAN COLLIGANSafe At Home Senior Care

KIMBER DE MARTINSign Authority

NANCY FALCONBargetto Winery

MARK GONZALEZCapitola Police Department

NIKKI HOLTZINGERBay Federal Credit Union

RICK MELROSELina Floral

NANCY VINALThe Rusty Gate

Telephone/Fax:475.6522 / 475.6530Chamber Address:716-G Capitola Avenue (in the Plum Gardens Center) On the Web:capitolasoquelchamber.comE-mail:capcham@capitolachamber.com

Staff: (Left to Right) Carrie Arnone, Director of Marketing and Member ServicesToni Castro, CEO Jeanne Pifferini, Administrative Assistant

2015 Capitola-Soquel Chamber of CommerceCapitola Soquel Chamber Newsletter designed by Pacific Publishing 831.462.5700

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Sign Authority is a boutique sign shop in Soquel Village that specializes in artfully made banners and signs. Kimber De Martin, owner and sign specialist, works one-on-one with every type of local business and community organization from florists, hair salons, churches, schools, restaurants, and more. “There’s a secret behind signs that attract customers: Effective design. The type of sign, where it’s placed, font choices, colors, layout – all these elements have to work together to create the right look for your event or business. I’ll make sure you stand out to the people you want to notice you.” -Kimber De Martin

3140 Porter Street, Suite E, Soquel 831-454-8905 www.Sign-Authority.net

BEST BABY RENTALSBest Baby Rentals is a boutique baby equipment rental company serving Santa Cruz County, as far south as Monterey Dunes in Castroville and as far north as Costanoa Lodge in Pescadero. Bonded and insured, we pride ourselves in providing only the best for your little one to ensure a fun and memorable trip. Our goal is to provide your children with the comforts of home, whether it be a crib, stroller, high chair, playard, safety gate or bucket of toys.

Business owner Krista Bordner launched Best Baby Rentals in early 2014. After a warm response from visitors in Santa Cruz County, she decided to jump in full-time in February of this year. Krista’s strong background in communication, marketing and PR, blended with her experience as a mommy and certifications in Infant CPR and Child Passenger Safety (CPS) all lend to her success in running Best Baby Rentals. For more information visit bestbabyrentals.com or call 831-687-8386.

Out with the new, and in with the old! Especially if it gets you a better bang for your buck! BFF Boutique is a small, charming resale shop in Aptos Village, nestled in the parlor of the historic Bayview Hotel. Charming, classy and trendy are words customers have used in describing the boutique. Business owner Terri’s original plan was to open a cotton and fine fabric clothing resale store, however there was such a demand for designer wear that she decided to incorporate designer labels. Pay them a visit at 8041 Soquel Drive in Aptos or visit online http://www.bffboutique.net . For more information call 831-251-8356.

BFF BOUTIQUE: DESIGNER & VINTAGE RECYCLED WOMEN’S WEAR

SIGN AUTHORITY – CUSTOM BANNERS AND SIGNS IN SOQUEL VILLAGE

NextStage Productions presents “It Had To Be You”Come to the Broadway Playhouse March 6 at 7:30PM for a musical production directed by Kathryn Adkins which explores the many expressions of LOVE. Two different casts of NextStage Productions perform different interpretations of the LOVE Theme. Sixteen performers who have received training from NextStage will strut their stuff. Favorite songs include You Don’t Know Me, When I Fall in Love, Let’s Do It, Embraceable You and many others will fill the air with song. This is a show from NextStage Productions an organization for LifeLong Learners interested in theatre and performing arts. Call for tickets 831-316-4833.

Welcome New Members

XANDRA SWIMWEAR - A PREMIER BEACHWEAR SHOPLocated in the heart of Capitola Village at 116 Stockton Avenue, Xandra Swimwear offers exceptional customer service in a fun, creative, and alluring environment, featuring high quality designer swim suits for women that have been hand selected from around the world. Xandra’s was created with a mission to make women feel confident and feminine in what they are wearing. Owner Xandy Dale has 14 years of experience in the lingerie industry, and many of the swimwear brands in her shop are lingerie inspired. Xandy uses her degree in fine art to carefully choose each suit that she brings to the shop as a piece of art. Each suit is unique, with whimsical patterns and vibrant colors; many feature hand beading and other fine details. The shop also carries a variety of accessories and gift items including bags, jewelry and casual clothing. At Xandra Swimwear you will find everything to complete a unique look for a great day in the sun, sand, and water. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Friday, March 6 at 4:00pm. For more information call 831-566-5604.

John BarisoneMan of the Year

Elise LegareWoman of the Year

Devcon ConstructionBusiness of the Year

Terry & Paul Gregory

Volunteers of the Year

Charlie HowardLifetime

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NEXTSTAGE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “IT HAD TO BE YOU”

Member News

Local entrepreneurs will get answers to their start-up business questions on March 11 from 6:30-8:30pm at the Simpkins Family Swim Center 979 17th Ave., Santa Cruz. Hear from successful entrepreneurs and local business leaders sharing their experience and expertise. Attendees will learn what it means from a business and personal perspective, to be an entrepreneur in the Santa Cruz area. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested. Cost is $35. Call 831-621-3735 or visit http://santacruzcounty.score.org/localworkshops.

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