Archive for April, 2011

“Selling to the Government workshop” on April 28, 2011 form 9 am – 12pm at the Oak Harbor Chamber office.  Come discover how to sell to the Navy and General Services Administration (GSA) at this 3 hour FREE! workshop. This workshop is targeted towards the business that wants to, but never has, contracted or sold ... Full story

Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce and Jeffery Pleet, Edward Jones is hosting a "Shred Fest" for the community on Friday, April 29th from 9:00 am to Noon. Please stop by with any old documents you would like to securely discard. This event is a fundraiser for two local charities: the Island Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Boys and Girls Club of Oak Harbor. Donations ... Full story

Mark your calendars for the May Chamber Luncheon on Thursday, May 19 @ Whidbey Golf and Country Club featuring the "State of the Schools."  This is your chance to hear from Superintendent Dr. Rick Schulte on the changes facing public education, the latest success stories of our OH-Mazing Oak Harbor students, and ask questions about anything Oak Harbor Education related. This is an imporatant luncheon ... Full story

Join us for a Businss After Hours favorite....The Oak Harbor Yacht Club!  Thursday, May 19 from 5:30 - 6:30 featuing Vel's amazing catering, beverages, door prizes and of course an hour of fun and fellowship!  Full story

Join us for the Grand Re-Opening Celebration of the Acorn Motor Inn @ 4:30 on Friday May 6.  Owner Gary Wang has worked hard to bring the Motel back to life and is proud to show off all his improvements. Please support this long-standing Chamber Memember by attending this re-opening celebration. Full story

No we're just kidding...WAKE UP!  It's time for an exciting evening featuring comedic hypnotist Kevin Collins.  Saturday, May 21, 2011 at the Best Western. VIP Hour begins at 6:00 pm....show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets are just $15 and sponsorship opportunities are availible. Sign up now to be a part of this great evening of fun. Contact Erika at erika@oakharborchamber.com or call 360.675.3755. Full story

Come out and meet & mingle with your local elected officials.  This is your chance to talk one-on-one with your local leaderships.  Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 5:30 - 7:30 at Whidbey Coffee.  Tickets are $20 per person.  This even is sponsored by Puget Sound Energy. This is a great chance for our leaders to ... Full story

The Chamber is hosting a volunteer appreciation luncheon on Friday, May 13, 2011. If you would like to donate an item to be included in the volunteer gift bags, please drop off 25 items at the Chamber by Wednesday May 12.  This is a great way to get your business name in front our our ... Full story

Yes, it's happening.  We will be celebrating our Dutch Heritage along the streets of Pioneer Way.  And this year we are featuring dirt streets. Come celebrate a historic Holland Happening and experience what our community foundersexperienced in the early days of Pioneer Way.  (Bet you're glad you have those Wooden Shoes now!)  April 29- May!  Plus, you will want to check out the Entertainment Stage...we have the BEST ... Full story

Klompen are on sale NOW at the Oak Harbor Chamber.  Klompen are $7.00 each or 2 $12.00 and each one includes a free guest pass to the Klompen Canal Sponsor: Deception Pass Tours ($25.00 value).  So come by and get the littleKlompen and decorate it up for the Klompen Canal Race!  Lots of FUN! Call us if you have questions or for more ... Full story