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 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5-20-2011 Many thanks to all who helped make our 13th Annual BBQ Cook-Off fundraiser a success! Everyone from the owners of Lazy L&L Campgrounds (Margie & Rodney Skolaut) to all of the tireless volunteers who put in so many hours deserves the highest accolade. Our BBQ Cook-Off committee members worked many hours leading up to the day of the event and then worked diligently at the BBQ itself. There was a lot of blood, sweat and tears from this hard working committee and each and everyone deserves a HUGE pat on the back from Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce. We salute you! In addition we so appreciate our wonderful business members who sponsored this event and continue to support us throughout the year. Thanks to Canyon Lake Water Supply, First State Bank, GBRA & GVTC our Gold Sponsors; Humana MarketPointe, Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union and Security State Bank & Trust our Silver Sponsors; Canyon Bend Storage, Maricopa Riverside Lodge, Rourke Insurance and Stewart Title our Bronze Sponsors; Ace Hardware, Bunk Haus, Cooper’s BBQ, Ed & Tina Carle, Costco, CRRC, Fox’s Pizza, Fun to See T-Shirts, Rudy’s BBQ, Stone Crafters, Super S and Texas Real Pit BBQ our In-Kind Sponsors. Those businesses and individuals donating items for the Live Auction were: Alysha Sparkman: Prudential Don Johnson Realtors, Anytime Fitness, Bill & Annie Rilat, Brauntex, Bridget McDougal: Scenic River Properties, Build It Right Construction Inspections, CRRC Thrift Store, Camp Huaco Springs, Canyon Bend Storage, Canyon Lake Animal Clinic, Canyon Lake Cabins & Cottages, Canyon Lake Farmers Market, Canyon Lake Rotary, Canyon Lake Views: Sue Sweat, Carpenter Hardware, Checkered Flag Automotive, ComalTex Insurance, Carver RV Repair, Delitha Guenzel, Dianne Thomas: Prudential Don Johnson Realtors, Di’Ann Salon, Dry Comal Creek Vineyards, Eloise Lewis, EnJoy Café, Fun to See T-Shirts, GBRA, Goin’ Postal, Glenn & Marge Gonzalez, Gorge Preservation Society, Gruene Harley Davidson, Hair Affair, Hide-Out on the Horseshoe, Hill Country RV Resort & Cottages, Hill Country Chiropractor, Horseshoe Grill, John D. Welch & Assoc, Kathleen Banse: State Farm Insurance, K&S Inspections, Kight Home Inspections, Kyle Pringle: Edward Jones, Linda Williamson: Prudential Don Johnson Realtors, Marty Chrisman: Realty First Choice, Millies Cottages, Ninfa’s Taco’s, Parziale’s Pizza, Paul Swoyer Septics, Retama Park Racetrack, Rio Raft & Resort, Riverside Resort, River Sports Tube, Rockin R River tubes, Scott Mozisek: Canyon Lake Photo’s, Servpro, Slix Body Repair, Startz Café, Texas Pride Insurance, Vacuum Doctor, Wells Fargo Bank, Whitewater Amphitheater and Yogi Bear Jellystone Park. THANK YOU ONE AND ALL!
2-17-11 * The 13th Annual Canyon Lake Winter Texan Reception has just wrapped up for another year. We had a wonderful turnout with nearly 300 Snowbirds, Canyon Lake businesses showcasing their venue and restaurants serving up yummy samples from their menu! We even had Sheriff Bob Holder ready to put on an apron and serve up coffee and tea but Eleanor & Dorothy, two of our devoted annual WTR volunteers, were already pouring lots of tea for the highly energized crowd. Seventeen-plus vendors promoted their business including Ace Hardware, Canyon Lake Lodging Association, Colonial Manor Care Center, Eden Hill Community, Friends of Tye Preston Memorial Library, Hill Country RV Resort, Lake Pointe Resort, Lazy L&L Campground, Log Cabins at Jacob’s Creek, Mid-Texas Symphony, McQueeney Collision, Prudential Don Johnson/Rio Guadalupe Condos, Rio Raft & Resort, St. Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church, ‘Welcoming Neighbor’, Julie Wherry Jewelry Rep for Silpada Designs and Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park. We had a good number of restaurants/specialty food vendors including Chicken Coop, Cupcakes Divine, Granny D’s, Gristmill, Italian Garden, Lucky’s, Silver Sage Grille, The Real Pit BBQ and Windmill. All of these businesses stepped up to contribute to the success of this annual event our Winter Texans clearly love and appreciate. So many of our volunteers came together to help with everything from the set-up the night before, practicing their dance routines for weeks as part of the entertainment AND baking TONS of cookies, cakes, pies and Rice Krispie treats for our “Dessert Room”. Yes, a room FULL of desserts… not just a Table Full. Many other business members donated items for the goodie bags given out to all of the attendees and then Bridget McDougall of Scenic River Properties actually tried to get everyone’s brain working overtime with Texas Trivia. All of the questions were about the history of Texas or some little known facts about our great state. One question: Name the first two US President’s born in Texas… if you think you know the answer, you could be wrong. The answer is at the end of this update… Much thanks to all of you that spent an enormous amount of time planning, figuring out this year’s theme, shopping for decorations, stuffing bags, moving bleachers out of the CRRC Rec Center to make room for the vendor tables, and all of the hundreds of other little details it took to make this event work. Everyone that came together in one way or another to make this event such a success is the absolute best! You know who you are! Now, does anyone want to come by and grab some leftover dessert from our DESSERT ROOM? (Answer to trivia: Dwight D. Eisenhower & Lyndon B. Johnson). Someone from New York or South Dakota got the answer right; all of us Texans got it wrong! Kim Morris, President Canyon Lake Chamber
1- 31-11 Canyon Lake Gorge Enthusiasts!
The Canyon Lake Gorge recently launched a new documentary DVD and 2011 calendar. You have the opportunity to buy a 2011 calendar before they are completely sold out. There are only 5 calendars left so you need to act now! One day these will be a collector item. Call or stop by the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce today.
Right Now is a great time to book a tour for you and your family or friends. Public tours are posted on the Gorge website through the end of March! Mid-March look for the second quarter tours posted for April through June. For more information visit www.canyongorge.org. 1-22-11 The Canyon Lake Golf Club was the setting for this year’s 26th Annual Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet. The Golf Club has new owners and they did an outstanding job hosting the evening’s event. Guests first gathered in the Bar around 5:45 pm to see the 30+ Auction items donated for the event. Around 6:30 everyone was seated in the dining area and welcomed by Board Chair, Jaynellen Ladd. Music and entertainment was provided by the always amazing Brenda Varne. Dinner was served and everyone enjoyed the delicious Prime Rib and Chicken w/Brandy Cream Sauce. Between courses guests wandered back and forth to check on their bids at the silent auction tables and as dessert was served, guests were given one last chance to bid on their favorite items. Everyone was terribly diplomatic and no cat fights ensued with Sheriff Bob Holder on standby to “call” for a later live auction item or two. Prior to announcing this year’s winners in the three categories, Jaynellen talked about the importance of the Chamber in the community and the valuable contributions so many of our members bestow through their volunteerism with multiple organizations. Chamber President Kim Morris then began presenting the awards by announcing the winner for the 2010 Community Spirit Award: husband and wife Allen & Sheila Bartram are a dynamic team and volunteer at numerous organizations. The next category for Beautification Business of the Year was announced: CRRC of Canyon Lake was the winner for the great job they’ve completed with improvements both inside and out to the CRRC Recreation Center and the Thrift Store. Finally, the last award was presented for the 2010 Business of the Year. GVTC was the recipient and were applauded for all of their hard work and Community efforts throughout the year. Congratulations to all our winners and all those nominated! The evening concluded with a heated bidding encouraged by Sheriff Bob Holder as he entertained everyone with his Auctioneer expertise. The first item on the agenda was for a three month pass of unlimited golf at the Canyon Lake Golf Club for a foursome. The second item was box seats (4 people) for the 2011 live racing season of at Retama Park Racetrack along with complimentary valet parking. At one point Commissioner Gregory Parker was "texting in" his bid against the Sheriff's wife and the bidding turned into a race of its own. At the conclusion of the live auction the dance floor was once again filled with lots of happy people dancing their feet off to Brenda’s great music. Thanks to all who helped make this year’s banquet a dazzling success!
11- 24-10 The Canyon Lake Chamber Staff would like to wish everyone a Blessed Thanksgiving full of good food, family and friends! On Friday, December 3rd the Lakeside Magical Christmas at Canyon Lake opens in the three combined parks: Randolph, Ft. Sam and Jacob’s Creek Park. Within these three parks you will find over 50 Christmas scenes, lighted displays with millions of lights, Santa’s Lakeside Pavilion, Photo’s with Santa and Holiday gifts and refreshments. The cost is $20 per car at the gate. This event runs through December 19th and is open on weekends only. The schedule on Friday & Saturday is Six pm to Ten pm. On Sundays the schedule is Six pm to Eight pm. The Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce supports all of our Men and Women in Uniform. Kim Morris
11-24-10 Our November Mixer was held last evening at the Super S Grocery Store in Sattler. We had a remarkable turnout considering it was only two days before Thanksgiving. Alan Buxkempner and his two store managers Eddie Pachecho (Sattler Super S) and James Sloan (Startzville Super S) worked their usual magic and produced a delicious meal of barbecue and lots of great side dishes. We enjoyed the food and the great camaraderie between Chamber members, guests and our local dignitaries. The weather cooperated and it felt like we were having a unique & rather large tailgate party as we awaited Football games being played on Thanksgiving Day. The Mixer was made even more poignant by the presence of the recipients of the 2nd & 3rd quarter Honor Guards from Randolph Air Force Base. We presented the three winners with goody baskets that each held fabulous gifts donated by the generous people in our Canyon Lake community. The Super S gentlemen then presented each Honor Guard recipient and their commanding officers (who came out to support their Airmen) with a Texas Lotto packet. I believe fifteen of these packets were given out to these wonderful men and women defending our country; each packet contained 20 lotto tickets. The Canyon Lake Community is truly unique! Much thanks to all~ Kim Morris
10-20-10 * The Tye Preston Memorial Library will have its very Grand Opening this Sunday, October 24th at 3 pm. Everyone is invited to see and share the unique beauty of this fabulous state of the art Library. It is a remarkable addition to the Canyon Lake area. A quote taken from the home page of the new library: “Welcome to Tye Preston Memorial Library… where books are only the beginning…” Visit the library’s website at http://www.tpml.org.
10-19-10 Mike Holt of Hitman Pest Control is sending out an invitation to all the motorcycle enthusiasts in the Hitman Family of customers. Mike will be going on a IRON BUTT AWARD ride this Saturday starting at 5:00 am @ Buddys @ Northshore Crossing on F.M.306 in Spring Branch. For more information on how to qualify and all pertinent tips please click on the following link: http://www.ironbutt.com/rides/ss1000.htm & http://www.ironbutt.com/tech/aowprintout.cfm The proposed route via the link.http://www.mapquest.com/mq/5-H9c9LrP* For more info contact Mike at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
10-1-10 The weather has been incredible this past week as if we ordered it directly from Mother Nature herself. How lucky are we? I am sure hot weather will reappear before Autumn is fully underway but let’s enjoy the cool mornings and the beautiful starry nights before the climate changes once again. Our September Mixer was held this past Tuesday at the BEAUTIFUL Fire Station #1 on Scissortail just off of Loop 306. Those who attended were welcomed by Chief Shawn Wheery and his incredible staff and treated to an up close and personal look at the new Fire truck, ER on Wheels (MICU ~ Mobile Intensive Care Unit) and all the other interesting equipment needed for Rescue efforts or firefighting on land, water and anything else. Chief Wheery gave us an update on the progress of Fire Station #5 currently under construction at Village West. This new station is a duplicate of #1 but will be one-half the size. The opening date has been pushed back a bit and it looks like it might be happening sometime in late January or early February. Chief Wheery told us he’d update us when they are near completion. The staff decided on door prizes matching the theme of the venue which included first aid kits, fire extinguishers and gift certificates for CPR class(es)/certification. The Lucky Sailor brought in a couple of platters of their famous chicken wraps which complemented the appetizers prepared by the Fire Station staff. Dessert was supplied by Mrs. Bush’s (yummy) Pie Company which consisted of her chocolate brownies and two types of cookies with each cookie being almost the size of a softball! At the conclusion of the mixer all guests were invited to tour the entire facility including the kitchen and dorms. FYI: New fire stations no longer install the Fireman’s pole for the Firefighters to slide down. A few of us had SO been looking forward to seeing that! Enjoy the season and prepare for a busy October! Kim Morris
9-17-10 The next few months are busy times for the Canyon Lake Area Chamber. Many of our members host wonderful Fall themed events that kick off the season leading up to the Christmas Holidays. It is so hard to believe that it will soon be “that time of year”. How quickly time flies so we must savor each gathering and enjoy the friendship and camaraderie we share when we come together during these special times. Tomorrow night, September 18th is “Jerry Bob’s Almost World Famous Cat Fish Fry” sponsored by Canyon Lake Republican Women. The event starts at 6:00 pm at the CRRC Rec Center on S. Access Road. Tickets are $12. Wednesday evening, September 22nd , “Moonlight in the Gorge” fund raising event will start at 6:30 pm. Folks will be dining under the stars and under a Full Moon in this beautiful Nature produced venue. There are a few tickets still available for this truly one of a kind event. Please call the Gorge Preservation Society office asap at 830-964-5424. On Thursday, September 23rd the “Hill Country in Style 2010” fashion show and luncheon will be held at the Seekatz Opera House in New Braunfels. St. Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church Women sponsors the event and tickets may be purchased ($15 each) by calling 830-964-3820 or 830-964-3793. The luncheon starts promptly at 11:30am. At this point, the only thing missing is “a Blue Norther”. I think we could handle a cold wind blowing through our lake community right about now. Wouldn’t that be wonderful following on the heels of our latest rainfall? Call the Chamber office at 830-964-2223 if you are a member and have a special event open to the public. We will be happy to promote that for you.
8-20-10 Board of Directors for the Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce welcomes Kim Morris as the new Chamber President. The Executive Committee charged with finding a new president collected at least 18 resumes for the position. The group narrowed the field down to 3 and conducted a second interview with those finalists on Wednesday, August 11th. Kim was notified on Friday and began working the following Monday.Kim worked for the Chamber back in the summer of 2005 through 2006 in a part time capacity as Administrative Assistant to the President. The current Board Director Jaynellen Ladd welcomed Kim back and into her new role at the Canyon Lake Chamber.Kim and husband Aaron Morris have been residents of the lake for the past 7 years. Prior to their move to Canyon Lake they resided in San Antonio. Aaron is retired Air Force and has been the Director of Maintenance at Retama Park Racetrack since retiring in 1999. Kim has been involved in the Texas Tourism Industry for almost 20 years including seven years as the Convention & Visitors Marketing Director for Rivercenter Mall. She then moved down the San Antonio Riverwalk to Planet Hollywood where she became Director of Sales. During this same period of time she was named Chairperson for an Advisory Board with the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau. She later worked for the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce in 2006-2007.Kim is a “people person” who’s never met a stranger. She loves any type of outdoor activity including gardening, jogging and swimming. She would like to travel a bit more often, is an insatiable reader and is passionate about writing. She’s been writing a book that she hopes to publish very soon.Kim is excited about the opportunity to serve this community and has assured the Board she will work hard to promote our beautiful area and especially our vital business members. She is gearing up to visit with as many of our current members and potential members as possible. She has said “The relationship between the Chamber and our businesses is so very important. Our members need to know they are always welcome to drop in, make suggestions or just come in and chat awhile. Communication is essential to the proper growth of our community.”Anyone interested in becoming a Chamber member should call 830-964-2223.7/30/10 July 27th Businees Mixer/Serve & Protect is hugesuccess! Thanks to all of our sponsors!5.18.2010 The Canyon Lake & Guadalupe River Visitor & Relocation Guide is available in print and now available to view online! From the Chamber website select Visitor Information, then Visitor & Relocation Guide. View in full color and in full screen mode. In addition, make arrangements now to pick up your supply of the 2010 Visitor Guides for your own customers. This guide is the official Canyon Lake Visitor & Relocation Guide and a Special Edition of the Canyon Lake Views. Call ahead to 830.964.2223 to ensure your supply! Or, email to info(at)canyonlakechamber.com. bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 Canyon Lake Views provides two pages of special promotional space for the Canyon Lake Chamber, with the support of members who purchase ad space on those two pages. Supporting ad space is specially priced, for members only. Deadline is the 1st of each month for the following month's issue.Almost 9,500 issues of The Canyon Lake Views are mailed monthly, complimentary, to all addresses in the 78133 zip code plus Spring Branch routes that reach Mystic Shores, part of the Rebecca Creek area, down FM 311, and up TX 46 to US 281. The Chamber pages include Chamber News plus a Calendar of Events listing, New Members and Renewing Members.Three-month commitments are appreciated. To help the Chamber message reach the community at large, please contact Sue Sweat of the Canyon Lake Views at 512.644.2093 or by email to canyonlakeviews(at)yahoo.com. bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 Canyon City Sunrooms offers patio enclosures of different styles and with an array of options for doors, windows, walls, and roofs. Create a new home office, or a sun-filled room for relaxation. This type of room addition to your home gives you additional living space for up to 50% less than the cost of conventional construction. Also available are patio covers and lattice, with options such as insulated roof panels and shade covers. Financing available. Limited Lifetime Warranty. Contact: 830.964.6488 or email to canyoncitysunrooms(at)gvtc.com. bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 Freedom Mechanical USA is all about heating and air conditioning. Freedom Mechanical offers a five year service guarantee on repairs, with no overtime. “We proudly extend to all our customers who purchase this Ultimate Savings Agreement a full five years service guarantee on any repair we make with no overtime for the lifetime of the Ultimate Savings Agreement. 24 Hours/365 Days.” Contact: 830.935.4337 or Toll Free 877.444.4245. freedomac(at)gvtc.com bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 GLOBAL SOLUTIONSGlobal Solutions now offers Property Management for your rental property. Professional management and maintenance services can alleviate the stress of doing it yourself, and save money on maintenance services, too.Twenty years in Comal County. Call Terry Hopper, today!Office: 830.899.8566 Cell: 210.355.3567. Email to paintsolutions101(at)hotmail.com. bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 Local Thrift Stores – Don’t forget to frequent your local Thrift Stores for treasures and to donate your good, used items. Habitat for Safe Seniors and Community Resource & Recreation Center operate their own Thrift Stores. Habitat’s is in Startzville and CRRC’s is in Sattler. Check websites for more details. bh___________________________________________________5.18.2010 Community Resource & Recreation Center offers the newly renovated and air conditioned Rec Center for rent for your special event. And NOW is the perfect time to reserve your night at the North Pole Village for the annual Christmas party for your office or organization. It’s the perfect, festive atmosphere, and set-up is easy for you, with no decorating involved! Available dates: Dec. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 2010 Call Kristi today, at 830-964-3003 to reserve your date. bh___________________________________________________4.19.2010 – The week of May 16th is identified as Emergency Services Week.This one week out of the year allows us an opportunity to thank our local emergency service professionals for the great work they do in keeping us safe and helping us at our most vulnerable times.Emergency Medical Services here at Canyon Lake consist of highly trained professional Paramedics/EMT firefighters who are always here for us no matter what time of day or night.Would you be willing to help us honor our EMS personnel with a financial or in-kind donation? As it is a non-profit donation, it will be tax deductible.If you want to make a donation, or if you have any questions or suggestions how we might recognize our EMS personnel, please feel free to contact me through e-mail or phone as listed below.The Canyon Lake Fire/EMS boards appreciate your consideration of this request.Rita Shellenberger, Secretary, ESD#2 Comal CountyCanyon Lake Fire/EMS, RMcShell(at)aol.com; 830-935-2016Posted 4.19.2010bh___________________________________________________4.14.2010 Canyon Lake Republican WomenCLRW was founded in 1976, in Comal County, Texas, by 19 women who believed they could make a difference. And, they have. Today, there are over 200 members and we are growing – and learning – and helping shape our world.We invite you to consider joining us. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month, at 10:00 a.m. at the CRRC Activity Room in Sattler.Posted 4-14-2010bh___________________________________________________4.14.2010 PROSIT The New Braunfels Magazine – our 25th year!As Prosit The New Braunfels Magazine enters its 25th year as THE publication serving area visitors and newcomers, we feel confident we have earned your trust and support through our efforts to serve you.100,000 copies! Large and Diligent Distribution. At least 100,000 copies are printed and distributed annually FREE from important locations in the areas we cover! No other magazine-type publication even comes close to this number!Value – affordable for even small businessesProfessional Quality – the look of a quality magazine associated with larger citiesInternet Bonus – now online and gaining ground!Prosit is sold only once per year. This is your only opportunity to be included for the next year. Get started! 830.629.1191 – Ken or Brenda Armke, or cell phones at 210.313.6581, 210.452.0000, or 210.325.9816.Deadline for space reservation and ad copy is May 15th; however, there is no warranty that space will be available as late as May 15.Posted 4.14.2010bh___________________________________________________4.14.2010 MARK WOOLSEY GARBAGE SERVICEBeginning April 9, 2010 Mark Woolsey Garbage Service began accepting garbage bags at their office on specific days:First and Third Friday and Saturday each monthFriday 8am – 4pmSaturday 8am – 12 NoonEach bag costs $2.00 per 39 gallon bag and smaller. $5.00 for anything bigger than the 39 gallon bags. Open to everyone!1024 Island View (between Sattler & Startzville)830.935.4446 bh___________________________________________________4.12.2010 – BLESS THIS MESS is an all-personal-service company ready to suit your needs! From providing a trip to the airport to organizing your closet to grocery shopping, the friendly folks at Bless This Mess are available to help you. Cleaning services are their specialty. Bonded and Insured. Posted 4.12.2010bh___________________________________________________4.12.2010 - Helen's Variety is back in downtown Sattler!Remember Helen’s Variety for gifts and unique items. Helen’s Variety recently relocated back to her previous location in downtown Sattler, near Wells Fargo Bank.Now located at 1175 F. M. 2673 #10.Hours:Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sunday ClosedPhone 830-964-4203; Helen Patterson, Owner Map/DirectionsPosted 4.12.2010bh___________________________________________________4.12.2010 – “No Greater Sacrifice: A Son’s Model to Success” by Armando L. GarciaMy name is Armando L. Garcia, owner of A. G. Hill Country-Lake Properties. I want to share with you my excitement about the March 26, 2010, publication date of my book, No Greater Sacrifice:A Son's Model to Success, a tribute to my beloved mother, Dolores L. Garcia, for the sacrifices she made in her life and the impact she made in my life.I want to invite you to visit the website, www.nogreatersacrifice.com so you can view the high points of the book. Also, if you decide to get a copy, you will get the best pricing available by ordering directly from this website.I hope you enjoy the book!Armando Garcia, Owner/Realtor, A G Hill Country-Lake Properties830-964-2811 Canyon Lake Office 830-214-4427 CellPosted 4-14-2010bh___________________________________________________4.12.2010 Want to know if Retiring in Mexico is for you?Glazer Financial Network presents…Living in Mexico International Lifestyle Planning SeminarApril 22nd – 24th, and May 27th – 29thin La Cruz Nayarit just North of Puerto VallartaHosted by Remax and Puerto Bahia Villas & Spa. Just pay for your airfare and they cover the room and your meals. Come down for a relaxing informative weekend that will amaze and excite you with the many possibilities of owning your own ocean view condo, or buy a lot today, and build later. Call now for more information, and to RSVP. Call Rafael or Michael at 888-553-7059 or e-mail Rafael at rmontalvo(at)glazerfinancial.com.Sincerely,Morey and Rafael1161 Colleen Dr., Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
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