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PUGET SOUND CHALLENGE 2010

PUGET SOUND CHALLENGE 2010 PRESS RELEASE The Olympic Kayak Club is excited to announce that we are now accepting registrations for the 2010 Puget Sound Challenge.  The 2010 Puget Sound Challenge is an approximately 150 nautical mile paddle that will go from Port Townsend to Olympia with the final paddle going into Allyn. The Puget Sound Challenge [...]

Mason County Literacy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mason County Literacy to Hold a “Merlot & Music” Fundraising Event February 19th Shelton, WA, February 8, 2010 – Mason County Literacy is excited to announce their next wine tasting fundraiser event, “Merlot & Music!”  The event will be held Friday February 19th at the “Top of the Cork” tasting room in Allyn, WA.  [...]

Belfair Wastewater and Water Reclamation Facilities Project

Edition 4, February 8, 2010 The Belfair Wastewater and Water Reclamation Facilities Project continues construction on conveyance and at the water reclamation facility. To keep the community informed about construction activities, we are sending regular construction e-mails to let you know where and when contractors will be working and to give you updates on project progress. [...]

Join us for our next Relationship Builder Breakfast . . .

Join us for our next Relationship Builder Breakfast . . . “Hands On Marketing – High Touch or High Tech?” with Greg Oldham, Reid Real Estate Past Chairman, North Mason Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, February 9, 2010 Lennard K’s Boat House in Allyn 7:30am – 9:00am* Local Realtor Greg Oldham had a good year. Yes, 2009 was good! If [...]

The Humane Society of Mason County

“GIVE ME SHELTER” The Humane Society of Mason County is having a FUNdraising Event An evening of finger-foods, music and auction. Show your community support, while bidding on trips, adventures, sports items, home furnishings and spa packages, artwork, resort room/dinner packages, wine tasting package, and homemade desserts. Wine and beer available Where: Beautiful Cady Lake Manor in Tahuya When: [...]

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Join Us for February's Relationship Builder Breakfast

Local Realtor Greg Oldham had a good year. Yes, 2009 was good! If you would like to know why, join us for our popular marketing breakfast on February 9. Greg's philosophy is all about building long-term relationships. Everyone says that, but what exactly does it mean? We've been learning a lot about internet social networking, but meeting people face to face is equally important. Keeping in contact. Making sure your name is the first one that comes to mind when your product or service is needed. It pays, that is for sure, but Greg will be the first one to tell you that it is equally rewarding. Join us! And walk away with several simple ways you can make a lasting -- make that LONG - lasting impression.

February After Hours at Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club in Union

Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club in Union will host the Chamber's February After Hours on Thursday, February 11 from 5 to 7pm. Everyone is invited! Follow the link for driving directions or give Stephanie Horton a call at the Chamber office for more information - 360.275.6258. We look forward to seeing you!

Advertise in Our Next Chamber Connections Newsletter

We will be printing and mailing the next issue of our full color quarterly newsletter to all 430 North Mason Chamber members on March 1. Please call Stephanie Horton at 360.275.6258 if you'd like to advertise.

Kitsap Chordsmen Singing Valentines

Give your Valentine a love song this year, a Singing Valentine delivered with a single rose bouquet and a personalized card, delivered in beautiful, four-part harmony by a Kitsap Chordsmen Barbershop Quartet. Your sweetheart will love your thoughtfulness. Don't forget your wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, boss, employee, coworker, neighbor, etc - anyone who loves good music. And yes, we'll deliver your singing valentine to the men, too!

United Way Announces 2010 Grant Opportunities

United Way of Mason County invites non-profit agencies to consider applying for available funds generated through the LIVE UNITED fall campaign. United Way accepts applicants who seek funding for the provision of education, income stabilization and health. There are funds available for general operating costs, for a specific program expenses or a start-up group or organization who is not registered as a non-profit or a 501(c)3.

Faith in Action Hosts Annual St. Pat's Dinner & Auction

Faith in Action's annual St. Pat's Dinner and Auction featuring a scrumptious corned beef and cabbage dinner for only $15 is happening Saturday, March 13 at the Victor Hall on State Route 302. In addition to the wonderful food, there will be a large variety of silent and live auction items. George Kenny is our auctioneer, and we'll be treated to Jim Hunt on the bagpipes. The Kitsap Sun has generously agreed to be our media sponsor. Call Patti at FIA (275.0535) soon to secure tickets, or help with auction items or sponsorship. This event always sells out, so don't delay!

Belfair Sewers Update 2-5-10

Check this page weekly for updates and progress noted on the Belfair Sewer project.

Chamber's Gala Celebrates Community & Bestows Awards

The North Mason Chamber of Commerce held its annual Installation Gala on Saturday evening, January 23 at the Alderbrook Resort & Spa in Union. The event was a sell-out! A total of 170 people enjoyed an elegant and delicious dinner, followed by the community awards ceremony and featured speaker Sunny Kobe Cook. Congressman Norm Dicks was named 2009 Citizen of the Year, the North Mason School District was honored as 2009 Business of the Year, and the Pacific Northwest Salmon Center was the recipient of the Chairman's Award. Thanks to all who attended and made this event an evening to remember.

NM School District Honored as"Business of the Year"

On Saturday evening, the North Mason Chamber of Commerce presented the North Mason School District with the award of 2009 Business of the Year. There are 430 (or so) businesses and organizations that are members of the Chamber, all of which were eligible for selection. The Chamber selected us. It was a wonderful honor to stand with NMSD Board Members Mike Gaudio, Art Wightman, and John Campbell as last year's winner, Jerry Reid, made the formal presentation.

2010 Chamber Regional Relocation Guide Now Available

Our brand new 52-page 2010 North Mason Regional Relocation Guide, Economic Development Profile and Membership Directory is now available. This high quality, glossy guide is published by your North Mason Chamber and 100% member-supported. We are very proud of it and we're sure you'll like it too - stop by the Chamber office to pick up extra copies and share them with your customers.

Energized Chamber Aims for 500 Members in 2010

Chairman of the Board Mike Boyle and more than 50 members of the North Mason Chamber of Commerce welcomed new business "2 Margaritas" restaurant to Allyn at last night's After Hours event. "The North Mason Chamber is the place to be," said Boyle, owner of North Bay Mortgage. "We met our goal of doubling our membership to reach 420 last year, and together, with the help of our members, will reach 500 by the end of 2010. We are truly a regional organization that is working to promote the area, improve the economy, advocate for our members, and create these fun social events where the community can get to know each other."

Kenny to Speak on Social Networking

Frank Kenny, President/CEO of the North Mason Chamber of Commerce, has several speaking engagements scheduled for the immediate future.

Join the North Mason Toastmasters

We are working to start a Toastmasters Club in North Mason. We will hold a series of informational meetings on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. Meetings will be held at 6pm at the NM Chamber office. The next meeting is January 21.

Olympia Federal Donates to Harmony Hill

Olympia Federal Savings of Belfair recently completed a $30,000 pledge to Harmony Hill Retreat Center in Union with a fourth and final gift of $7,500. This generous donation will be used to keep the Harmony Hill cancer program free of charge to those who attend.

Mason County Literacy Receives Donation from Philanthropic Wine Maker

Mason County Literacy has accepted a generous donation from the local philanthropic wine makers at McGavick Winery. Starting in November, when a $200 tax deductible donation is made to Mason County Literacy, the donor will receive a case of their choice of McGavick Wine in Merlot or Cabernet and Mason County Literacy will receive 100% of the proceeds. Special wholesale pricing is available for restaurants who wish to support Mason County Literacy by adding a quality local selection to their wine list.

Mason General Hospital Announces $33 Million Expansion and Remodel

Attendees at the Fantasy Forest Gala and Auction, Mason General Hospital's annual fundraising event, got a special surprise when the hospital announced plans to construct a new surgical wing, expand and modernize its emergency department and improve patient rooms and public areas. The project, which will begin construction in late 2010 or early 2011, will cost $33 million and will be financed from operating revenues.

Nicole Cason Named Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Club

Nicole Cason, an 18-year-old senior at North Mason High School, has been selected as the 2009 Youth of the Year for the North Mason Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound, located in Belfair, WA.

Food for Kids Backpack Program

Food for Kids Backpack Program is an endeavor of the Coalition of Churches and Community, that partners with the BCBC, North Mason School District, and the Readiness to Learn Program to provide food for these children over the weekends. Here's how YOU can help!

Grad Night 2010 Fundraising Underway

A dedicated group of parents of graduating seniors is working hard to provide the 7th annual all night, drug and alcohol-free, supervised evening of celebration immediately following the North Mason High School 2010 graduation ceremony on Monday, June 14, 2010. The event has become a North Mason tradition, and you can help!

Sponsorship Program for County Parks

MASON COUNTY PARKS AND TRAILS DEPARTMENT WILL BE CONTINUING THE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM IN 2010 / 2011 TO RAISE FUNDING FOR FIELD MAINTENANCE.
 

Please reach out to your fellow members. Especially the new ones. Make them "One of Us".



Taking a leadership role in Internet social networking for Chamber of Commerce members



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Faith in Action - Patti Kleist

St. Pat's Dinner & Auction

Plans are under full steam for our Annual St. Pat's Dinner and Auction. It will be March 13 at the Victor Improvement Club. Tickets are only $15
and include a scrumptious corned beef and cabbage dinner. A fun time is
always had by all.

If you'd like to come, or could either help sponsor the event by donating cash- or... auction items - please contac

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Posted by Faith in Action - Patti Kleist on February 6, 2010 at 10:49am

Joel Myer

PUD 3 Commission Report for Feb. 2, 2010

The Mason County PUD No. 3 Commission report for the February 2 meeting has been posted on the PUD website.





The most important result of the meeting was the approval of an interlocal agreement between the City of Shelton,
Port of Shelton and Mason County PUD No. 3 for
the extension of water to the

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Posted by Joel Myer on February 5, 2010 at 5:12pm

Dogwood Construction, Inc.

QUICK TIP

Is your deck unsafe because of slippery slime? It might be time to scrub it with deck treatment to get things back to normal and keep you and your family from accidentally doing the splits.

Posted by Dogwood Construction, Inc. on February 5, 2010 at 5:45am

Judy Mastick

Health Kits for Haiti

I had a great afternoon today. We put together 22 health kits for UMCOR for Haiti, with more to come. Would you like to provide a health kit to help these unfortunate people? Drop $12 off at NM United Methodist Church and we'll make up a kit for you. Each kit includes a wash cloth, towel, toothbush, toothpaste, nail clippers, comb, bandaids and soap.

Posted by Judy Mastick on February 3, 2010 at 11:50pm

Mark Duncan

business tax forms

One of the local libraries called me today. The IRS has stopped sending out tax forms for businesses. I am hoping to find information that I can pass on about where to find these forms. The only information I have is to order them directly from the IRS, but I don't see an option that works for small businesses.

Any great pearls of wisdom would be appreciated.
:)

Posted by Mark Duncan on February 3, 2010 at 12:07pm

Carmen O. Hubbs

Recruiting a Construction Manager from North Mason Area!

Habitat for Humanity of Mason County is looking for someone to be the Construction Manager in the North part of the County. This is a nominally paid position and a real chance to help the area you live in. If you are experienced in Construction management and are ready to give back to your community through hard work and dedication, please contact me. You can message me through this medium, but may also call me direct: 360.204.4247. I can direct you from there. You will need a current resume and… Continue

Posted by Carmen O. Hubbs on February 3, 2010 at 10:57am

Faith in Action - Patti Kleist

Blue Banners coming to Belfair - a forwarded email

From: Catherine Ross
Date: 2/1/2010 11:28:05 PM

Subject: Patriotic Banners Project coming to Belfair


Folks...
As many of you know I am leaving the glorious Evergreen State for earthquake country; although as one of my last duties as the President of the Belfair American Legion Auxiliary Unit 200 I want to let you know about the Blue Star Banner Project that is coming to Belfair.

A local military mom Lynette George of Seabeck has successfully presented a proposal to the Mason Co. Commissioner… Continue

Posted by Faith in Action - Patti Kleist on February 2, 2010 at 10:22am

Dogwood Construction, Inc.

QUICK TIP

With the kind of weather we have around here, it is a good idea to have your roof checked for any potential problems such as clogged gutters or moss build-up. These conditions can cause leaks or a pest problem like termites or carpenter ants. If undetected for too long, it can lead to rot.

Posted by Dogwood Construction, Inc. on February 2, 2010 at 9:42am

Faith in Action - Patti Kleist

Kitsap Business Journal

There's a great article on Faith in Action and me in this weeks Kitsap Bs. Journal. Thanks Rodika!
http://kpbj.com/special_report/women_in_business/2010-02-01/patti_kleist_a_voice_for_seniors_and_the_disabled

Posted by Faith in Action - Patti Kleist on February 2, 2010 at 6:27am






 
 

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Upgraded My Blog

I have moved this blog to FrankKenny.net hosted on the Wordpress platform.

I will continue to focus on entrepreneurs, providing information on using modern business techniques and today's tech tools, including Internet social networking and social media.

We have doubled our Chamber's membership using these tools and I am eager to share what I have learned with business owners, other individuals and groups.

Thank you for your interest and friendship.

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Reach through social networking and social media

A volunteer trustee recently brought up at a Chamber Board of Trustees meeting that the Chamber has become a media company.

By that, she meant that with all of the Internet social networking, sponsorship and marketing opportunities available to the members, our chamber now has, as known in the marketing world, REACH.

We use that REACH to promote the community, advocate for our members, pump up our networking activities, and contribute to the local economy.

Our Chamber and the President/CEO has 2250 followers on Twitter, 1400 folks on the eBiz email blast list, hundreds of friends on Chamber’s Facebook fan page, a Youtube channel, an active blog, hundreds of members using “Myno”, and more….

We have REACH. Another way to think about it is to call it VISIBILITY in the community. By being a member, you immediately have access to this VISIBILITY from your media company.

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A Shop Local Challenge

Would you please do all of us a favor? Shop Local first. Browse through local merchants and you will find everything you need for the Holidays. The money will recycle throughout the community, supporting the jobs and services we depend upon. Plus, it builds the local economy which completes the circle. Will you committ yourself to this?

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Internet social networking for organizations


Frank Kenny, President/CEO

Taking a leadership role in championing Internet soc
ial networking for organizations.

Keynoting, teaching classes and workshops.




Frank Kenny at a presentation - fun and informative.


Our organization had a 100% increase in membership in 18 months


Why such great results?


WE INTRODUCED INTERNET SOCIAL NETWORKING
TO OUR MEMBERS


You can too! We will help.

Classes and training presented at a fun, informative, and quick pace.


Following up on my presentations to the Washington State Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE) at the technology summit in June and the annual WCCE conference in October, I have scheduled a series of training sessions for organizations that want to take the next step in Internet social networking.

The schedule is being filled. Get up to speed quickly on these important new tools. Your Board and your members will thank you.

Frank Kenny is the President/CEO of the North Mason Chamber of Commerce. His chamber is among the leaders in the nation in utilizing Internet Social Networking (ISN). He has a presence of more than a dozen social networking sites and is at the 99.5% Twitter ranking according to Twitter.Grader.com. He has taught at the WCCE technology conference and annual conference and is scheduled to teach Internet social networking at the Western Association Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) National Conference in 2010.


Workshops


Contact frank@northmasonchamber.com
or call 360-275-4267 to claim your place in the training schedule:


  • Executive Director Internet Social Networking Workshop - I will share with the exec and staff what our organization has tried that has worked and what has failed to work. I have spent many hundreds of hours testing and using various ISN sites with a focus on usability and Return on Investment for chambers of commerce and members. Learn from our success. Your board, tech committee, and members are invited to participate. - 2 hours
$750 value
only $500 (plus travel expenses if applicable)


  • Member Internet Social Networking Workshop - Two hours of hands on member training on Twitter, LinkedIn, FaceBook, and others....All focused on return on investment and business. Your organization doesn't need to be 100% up to speed for you to facilitate this training. You will be offering real value that your members are looking for! - 2 hours
$750 value
only $500 (plus travel expenses if applicable)
i.e. - 20 members at $25/each


  • Complete Internet Social Networking Workshop - Up to 2 hours with the executive and staff with the remainder of time in workshop with your members. Get you and your organization up to speed quickly and gain all the benefits of being a leading chamber. This will jump start your involvement in ISN while saving you countless hours of frustration and learning from mistakes. - 4 hours
$1000 value
only $750 (plus travel expenses if applicable)
i.e. - 30 members at $25/each


  • Regional Internet Social Networking Conference - Are you a leading organization? Are you capable of organizing a regional ISN conference that would brand you and your group as visionary and effective? Can you bring together your surrounding groups and take on the role as the lead organizer? This is your chance to lead! Conferences such as these are selling out nationwide. We will help you to organize the event including multiple professional speakers and trainers. Lead your community into the next big thing.
Fee dependent on number of attendees


  • Other - What do you have in mind. Frank is available for ISN training or speaking on various topics. Let's talk about your ideas.


Visit MyNorthMasonChamber.com for our members-only networking site
and visit Twitter/frankkenny for Frank's Twitter timeline.


"Frank Kenny is a real 21st century communication trend setter. He gave a superb seminar this afternoon at the Chamber. If you have a chance to attend one of his presentations you really must."

Professor John Angus Campbell
Member - North Mason Chamber
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Chamber of Commerce Member Marketing Packages that Include Social Media

I have been really working the social media angle for my Chamber. I have recently created a package of marketing opportunities that includes Internet social networking and geo-targeting. I can't role it out yet publicly but I think it might be a big deal for associations.

Stay tuned.

The videos I have been shooting have also been a big hit. Here is one I posted recently. That is representative Fred Finn of Washington's 35th district being interviewed.





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