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Home My WebLink About110122 FW_ Please join us Wednesday for WSDOT! Bring your questions and concerns_ ________________________________ From: director@forkswa.com Sent: Tuesday, November 1, 2022 11:39:25 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Please join us Wednesday for WSDOT! Bring your questions and concerns. ________________________________ ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. ________________________________ Dear Kate Dean , We hope you join us tomorrow, November 2nd for our monthly business meeting followed by a presentation from Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) by MaryLou Shannon and Brian Whitehouse. The list of topics will include the Elwha Bridge Project, the Hood Canal Bridge closure scheduled for May 2023, and other projects around the west end and Olympic Peninsula. Please bring your questions! The lunch special is BBG’s Signature Chicken Burger with fries or chips, or you can order off the menu. Our meetings take place at Blakeslee's Bar & Grill, 1222 S. Forks Avenue, 11:30 am – 1 pm and are open to the public. All are welcome to attend. We will not have a Zoom or call-in option due to limited internet at the venue. Just a reminder – October through May we only meet the first and third Wednesdays from 11:30 am – 1 pm! UPCOMING PROGRAMS November 2 – Business meeting and MaryLou Shannon, P.E., Assistant Region Administrator for Construction, WSDOT Olympic Region and Project Engineer Brian Whitehouse November 16 – Clallam County Prosecutor Mark Nichols December 7 – Business meeting and WA Department of Natural Resources December 21 – North Olympic Library System - Forks Branch 2023 Programs are tentative January 4 – Business Meeting and program TBA January 18 – Brian King, Clallam County Sheriff Dept discusses OPNET, state of the sheriff’s office, legislation and police reform February 1 – Business Meeting and State of the City February 15 – “Best of” Awards March 1 – State of the Chamber March 15 – QVSA / FTF Equinox FROM UNITED WAY <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZRgeU4S0Px6i_sMUJvgl4JRxte0E6y-GMAYXpHyN_cE4zeHDIjIZB134CYajFTZ9sMAIRKaOWJh0B1CTbuzKPP1MtTEy-x6BdnBg1AkhUPSkSnsQy WTmeFE=&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> JOIN US FOR OUR NOVEMBER EVENT! "REKINDLING JOY FOR THE HOLIDAYS" THURSDAY NOV 10TH 6-8PM (DOORS OPEN AT 5:45) $35 PER PERSON TO ATTEND OLYMPIC THEATRE ARTS CENTER IN SEQUIM Get Tickets! <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZRgeU4S0Px6i_sMUJvgl4JRxte0E6y-GMAYXpHyN_cE4zeHDIjIZB134CYajFTZ9sMAIRKaOWJh0B1CTbuzKPP1MtTEy-x6BdnBg1 AkhUPSkSnsQyWTmeFE=&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> United Way of Clallam County and our partners at the Clallam County Chambers of Commerce are hosting our second Women United networking event 6-8pm on Thursday Nov 10th at The Olympic Theatre Arts Center in Sequim. The holidays can be overwhelming and stressful at times, but this event is going to be all about rekindling the joy, gratefulness and honoring what we love about them! We will open the doors at 5:45 to begin an hour of networking, appetizers and beverages. At 7pm our group will move into the theatre for a presentation featuring some of our favorite women-owned businesses who will be sharing tips, tricks and ideas on how to stay organized, be intentional, and get creative over the holidays. You will not want to miss this unique opportunity! * Owner of Modern Refresh <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZZjbHdD9qfZ5zGsXx80m1kVgG9OzsHI4HDUi-q374x9uiVtvVjMRCA2AKpvVhJMJS9s48Vg4xai8ZSyislJQVoyQ 161P1LNCyQ==&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> , Kristin DeCou will walk us through some easy steps we can take to help us stay organized, manage our time better and stay in the moment and be joyful in your surroundings throughout the holidays! * Co-owners of Kindred Collective <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZfyHkdkgl-bA6-okU5S4i-YQiD8FwP4j4nCQLNsTBZC1EUpTxjDuAejsBahFHuyXUzxFHNm8ora2B376 oj1FI6oIgSv1vSusCw==&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> and besties, Stevie Borggard and Becky McFarland will share strategies and ideas on how to be the most intentional about your gift giving this year! They will share information on sourcing locally, creating a beautifully presentation of your gift and choosing only items that truly bring joy. * PNW native and owner of Bar Ventures & Co <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZZjbHdD9qfZ5cdcOoEq69eaZV7_LlRkHSViBLPgkQXyin1aurD3e2kg62GBGJRT-oS7las NW-p-AIn8Fmh34wHqnwpZx9k91hTVk77Udtg9J&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> , Kyla Martin, will show us how to impress our guests with a few specialty cocktails and mocktails. Whether you'll be toasting or hosting this year, Kyla will share tips, tricks and a few amazing holiday inspired recipes sure to rekindle allll the joy! Catering by Adagio Bean & Leaf, delicious cookies by Cookie Daughters and wine by Olympic Cellars Winery! There will be a place for marketing materials if you want to bring them! Thank you to our fantastic cohosts: Port Angeles Regional Chamber Of Commerce, Sequim Chamber of Commerce, Forks Chamber of Commerce! <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZZjbHdD9qfZ5zGsXx80m1kVgG9OzsHI4HDUi-q374x9uiVtvVjMRCA2AKpvVhJMJS9s48Vg4xai8ZSyislJQVoyQ161P1LNCyQ==&c=MDuR5wKVHT idRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZfyHkdkgl-bA6-okU5S4i-YQiD8FwP4j4nCQLNsTBZC1EUpTxjDuAejsBahFHuyXUzxFHNm8ora2B376oj1FI6oIgSv1vSusCw==&c=MDuR5wKVHT idRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZZjbHdD9qfZ584gTd8FoNCPcnZQbAdrA1O3pt9H-4J0-HBpIzOZCs8P0G0RMU5FQWt4h5p7XYi2k68ikgDn-O6glZ9CfLIbPdxOuTCp6cgZcl_Ehd 8l3qwU=&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW Click Here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011M1qakxWmfyMofR91qZX5IR1LURiYrabm3bKvyKDPOi6Tvx5zPbhZRgeU4S0Px6i_sMUJvgl4JRxte0E6y-GMAYXpHyN_cE4zeHDIjIZB134CYajFTZ9sMAIRKaOWJh0B1CTbuzKPP1MtTEy-x6BdnBg1Ak hUPSkSnsQyWTmeFE=&c=MDuR5wKVHTidRcSLGyx0E6CgOLqWf2afcuWGgwWUZityUYBgYVc3bQ==&ch=l3zJgk-l9-k5whJ81V6ArVIhiX8AZDX_oPY9kowsYeOdF9AB0KwhwA==> FORKS CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATIONS If you or someone you know would you like to serve on the 2023 Chamber Board of Directors, please submit your nomination to Sharon Millett through director@forkswa.com <mailto:director@forkswa.com> . Nominees must be members in good standing. UPCOMING IN-PERSON EVENTS (please check our website for more information) <https://forkswa.com/events/> RECURRING * Tuesdays – Bingo Night @ Forks Elks Lodge * Every third Tuesday – West End Historical Society @ Forks Congregational Church * Wednesdays – Quileute Drum Group @ Quileute Akalat Center FALL/WINTER EVENTS * November Events * Nov 11 Fee Free Day at Olympic National Park * Nov 12 American Legion Breakfast @ American Legion Hall * Nov 12 Makers Market sponsored by Rainforest Council for the Arts @ Rainforest Arts Center * Nov 12 Live Music by Therapy Session sponsored by Rainforest Council for the Arts @ Rainforest Arts Center * Nov 13 Family Free Art & Cedar Basket Weaving sponsored by Rainforest Council for the Arts @ Rainforest Arts Center * Nov 18 – 19 2-Day Painting Class sponsored by Rainforest Council for the Arts @ Rainforest Arts Center * Nov 19 Forks Emblem Club #488 Christmas Bazaar @ Forks Elks Lodge * December West End Wonderland Festivities * Dec 3 – 4 Festival of Trees @ Rainforest Arts Center * Dec 3 Twinkle Light Parade @ Downtown Forks * Dec 10 Breakfast with Santa @ Forks Congregational Church * Dec 10 Polar Express Movie Event @ Forks Congregational Church * Dec 10 Cherish Our Children @ Akalat * Dec 10 Spaghetti Feed & Shotgun Raffle @ American Legion Hall For more events, please visit our website <https://forkswa.com/events/> . If you don’t see it on the Events page, it will be added soon. If you would like to submit an event for our events page, send the information to Events@ForksWA.com <mailto:Events@ForksWA.com> and include your contact details and a photo or flyer. WEST END BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION (WEBPA) WEBPA meetings take place at the Congregational Church, 7:30am. Dues are only $10 for an individual, and $25 for a business. WEBPA is a wonderful non-profit organization that provides business networking, and through fundraising, keep our lovely town decorated for Christmas! For more information, please contact Christi Baron 360-374-3311 or cbaron@forksforum.com <mailto:cbaron@forksforum.com> Chamber Stuff… WE WANT TO DO YOUR RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY Would you like to celebrate your new business, grand opening, re-opening, addition, or a special unveiling with a ribbon cutting ceremony? We would love to provide that service to you! Simply contact me and we will put it on the calendar. Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies make great acknowledgements for business milestones! FOREVER TWILIGHT IN FORKS COLLECTION|FESTIVAL|EQUINOX Forever Twilight in Forks Collection is operating our Winter Hours schedule of Friday and Saturday Noon – 4 pm. You must be in line by 3:30 pm to be guaranteed entry. Please see link <https://forkswa.com/ftfcollection/> for more details. Are you ready to travel to the cold, wet town of Forks, Washington? To gather with your friends who share your love of Twilight? We are so excited to host an intimate, low-key weekend that we think fans will enjoy – FTF Equinox! In a collaboration with Miller Tree Inn aka The Cullen House, the “Dreaming in Twilight” cast will be here to bring the books to life. Save the date for FTF Equinox March 17-19, 2023 and see the story unfold in this immersive experience. Watch for the initial schedule to be released Friday, November 4th, and for tickets to go on sale November 17th. All tickets will be sold individually in our online store <https://forkswa.com/online-store-2/> . Tickets to Forever Twilight in Forks Festival go on sale January 1st at 10am in our online store <https://forkswa.com/online-store-2/> . Please mark your calendar for next year’s event – September 14 - 17, 2023! Chamber Staff… Lissy Andros, executive director Reach director@forkswa.com <mailto:director@forkswa.com> Kari Larson, assistant to the E.D., Kari handles all of our visitor correspondence and administrative duties for the Chamber, and the online store. She is also in charge of ordering our merchandise and sending out visitor packets. Reach Kari at chamber@forkswa.com <mailto:chamber@forkswa.com> info@forkswa.com <mailto:info@forkswa.com> and events@forkswa.com <mailto:events@for kswa.com> Gay Bunnell, Forever Twilight in Forks Collection and VIC staff member. 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