GREATER CHAPIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS
……March 23, 2010
(To place your news in this newsletter, please send 1 or 2 paragraphs to newsletter@chapinchamber.com by 5 pm on Mondays. No attachments, please.)
MEMBERS AFTER HOURS – THIS THURSDAY
March 25, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
……March 23, 2010
(To place your news in this newsletter, please send 1 or 2 paragraphs to newsletter@chapinchamber.com by 5 pm on Mondays. No attachments, please.)
MEMBERS AFTER HOURS – THIS THURSDAY
March 25, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Lakeport Model Home, 801 Boatswain Loop, Chapin
Sponsored by The Mungo Companies
IT’S NOT TOO LATE…..to sign up as a volunteer for this Saturday’s Community Service Day! Call Laura at 345-1100.
IN THIS NEWSLETTER….
* 21 Strategies to Protect Yourself
* Lake Murray Assoc. Public Meeting
* Message from SC Rep. Chip Huggins
* Lake Murray Floor Covering Offers
* Lighthouse Marina Welcomes Jason Lusk
* Chapin Chamber Thanks Oyster Roast Sponsors
Sponsored by The Mungo Companies
IT’S NOT TOO LATE…..to sign up as a volunteer for this Saturday’s Community Service Day! Call Laura at 345-1100.
IN THIS NEWSLETTER….
* 21 Strategies to Protect Yourself
* Lake Murray Assoc. Public Meeting
* Message from SC Rep. Chip Huggins
* Lake Murray Floor Covering Offers
* Lighthouse Marina Welcomes Jason Lusk
* Chapin Chamber Thanks Oyster Roast Sponsors
21 STRATEGIES YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND AVOID THE 9 BIGGEST MISTAKES homeowners make when hiring home improvement providers.
This event will immediately follow Chapin Community Service Day this Saturday. All of our experts are Chamber members. THIS IS A FREE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP. No sales pitches!!!!
Spring is near and this is the time when many will be planning their home improvement projects. Over the course of your lifetime you will undoubtedly deal with 100’s of trades people, service providers and contractors. Some of your experiences may be good but unfortunately some will not. Join us for a 1-hour educational workshop on March 27th at 1:15pm.
Learn ‘best practices’ to protecting yourself by following simple guidelines for hiring the best professionals for every job every time. These strategies can potentially save you thousands over the course of your life and prevent unnecessary hurt and frustration caused by unscrupulous or unskilled tradesman.
Hear from a panel of experts from varied industries who are supporting their community and neighbors by volunteering their time to share useful and valuable advice that will help you protect yourself and avoid the most common mistakes nearly every homeowner makes. Quickly learn to identify unethical practices, scam artists or trades people who may not have your best interest at heart. This is a workshop you need to attend. Date: Saturday, March 27th at 1:15pm at the Timberlake Country Club. Refreshments will door prizes be available. RSVP to Joanne 803-345-1566 or atajusj@gmail.com.
LAKE MURRAY ASSOCIATION PUBLIC MEETING
The Lake Murray Association will hold its quarterly meeting Tuesday, April 20. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Lexington High School.
The agenda includes representatives from the sheriffs’ departments in the four counties surrounding the lake. They will discuss free property checks from the water.
Also, SCE&G representatives will be on hand. And, lake property owners will learn how to help prevent run-offs into the lake.
MESSAGE FROM SC REP. CHIP HUGGINS
I am happy to address questions or concerns of the constituents of House District 85 and encourage constituents to send all emails with the subject line “CONSTITUENT” (and include your address in the email) so that I can make your request a priority. I regularly receive a large volume of U.S. mail and email which makes it difficult for me to respond as quickly as I would like; please feel free to contact me on my cell (803) 331-8468.
Sharing your ideas and suggestions enables me to do a better job for our community and state. Again, many thanks for taking part in the process and contacting me.
Chip Huggins, SC House of Representatives, District 85 - Lexington County
308 Wayworth Ct, Columbia, SC 29212, (803)331-8468(Cell)
ChipHuggins@schouse.gov
www.scstatehouse.gov
LAKE MURRAY FLOOR COVERING OFFERS
Lake Murray Floor Covering is excited to bring you the Luck of the Irish during the month of March. With the purchase of any “green-environmentally friendly” Anso Nylon Carpet, you will receive a lucky 7% off of your entire purchase.
Come celebrate the luck of the Irish with us and get that new carpet you have been wanting that is both environmentally friendly and stashes some cash in your pocket. Also, from now until March 31st, you will receive a free rug pad with the purchase of any in stock area rug. Lake Murray Floor Covering has a wide selection to choose from. No matter what color or size, we are sure to have something in stock to meet your needs. We also carry indoor/outdoor rugs…great for patios or porches!! Special financing of 12 months, no interest with payments available to qualified buyers.
Located at 10076 Broad River Road in Irmo, and on the web at www.lakemfc.com or at 781-1707. Open until 6:00pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday and open late until 8:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
“Come Home to Lake Murray Floor Covering and Let Your Feet Feel the Difference!”
LIGHTHOUSE MARINA WELCOMES JASON LUSK
The Lighthouse Marina welcomes Jason Lusk, the new manager of Lighthouse Marina. He replaces Stan Jones, who has accepted a position as manager of Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriot’s Pointe.
Lusk has 10 years’ experience in marina management and boat sales. He worked at Lighthouse Marina from 1999 to 2005, when he left to pursue boat sales. Lusk was the manager preceding Jones.
He is a 2002 University of South Carolina graduate. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Ballentine and are expecting their first child in June.
“I love working here; it feels good,” Lusk said. “I feel at home.” Lusk said he welcomes everyone to come to the marina to meet him.
Lighthouse Marina is at 1925 Johnson Marina Road, Chapin. The phone number is 749-1554.
This event will immediately follow Chapin Community Service Day this Saturday. All of our experts are Chamber members. THIS IS A FREE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP. No sales pitches!!!!
Spring is near and this is the time when many will be planning their home improvement projects. Over the course of your lifetime you will undoubtedly deal with 100’s of trades people, service providers and contractors. Some of your experiences may be good but unfortunately some will not. Join us for a 1-hour educational workshop on March 27th at 1:15pm.
Learn ‘best practices’ to protecting yourself by following simple guidelines for hiring the best professionals for every job every time. These strategies can potentially save you thousands over the course of your life and prevent unnecessary hurt and frustration caused by unscrupulous or unskilled tradesman.
Hear from a panel of experts from varied industries who are supporting their community and neighbors by volunteering their time to share useful and valuable advice that will help you protect yourself and avoid the most common mistakes nearly every homeowner makes. Quickly learn to identify unethical practices, scam artists or trades people who may not have your best interest at heart. This is a workshop you need to attend. Date: Saturday, March 27th at 1:15pm at the Timberlake Country Club. Refreshments will door prizes be available. RSVP to Joanne 803-345-1566 or atajusj@gmail.com.
LAKE MURRAY ASSOCIATION PUBLIC MEETING
The Lake Murray Association will hold its quarterly meeting Tuesday, April 20. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Lexington High School.
The agenda includes representatives from the sheriffs’ departments in the four counties surrounding the lake. They will discuss free property checks from the water.
Also, SCE&G representatives will be on hand. And, lake property owners will learn how to help prevent run-offs into the lake.
MESSAGE FROM SC REP. CHIP HUGGINS
I am happy to address questions or concerns of the constituents of House District 85 and encourage constituents to send all emails with the subject line “CONSTITUENT” (and include your address in the email) so that I can make your request a priority. I regularly receive a large volume of U.S. mail and email which makes it difficult for me to respond as quickly as I would like; please feel free to contact me on my cell (803) 331-8468.
Sharing your ideas and suggestions enables me to do a better job for our community and state. Again, many thanks for taking part in the process and contacting me.
Chip Huggins, SC House of Representatives, District 85 - Lexington County
308 Wayworth Ct, Columbia, SC 29212, (803)331-8468(Cell)
ChipHuggins@schouse.gov
www.scstatehouse.gov
LAKE MURRAY FLOOR COVERING OFFERS
Lake Murray Floor Covering is excited to bring you the Luck of the Irish during the month of March. With the purchase of any “green-environmentally friendly” Anso Nylon Carpet, you will receive a lucky 7% off of your entire purchase.
Come celebrate the luck of the Irish with us and get that new carpet you have been wanting that is both environmentally friendly and stashes some cash in your pocket. Also, from now until March 31st, you will receive a free rug pad with the purchase of any in stock area rug. Lake Murray Floor Covering has a wide selection to choose from. No matter what color or size, we are sure to have something in stock to meet your needs. We also carry indoor/outdoor rugs…great for patios or porches!! Special financing of 12 months, no interest with payments available to qualified buyers.
Located at 10076 Broad River Road in Irmo, and on the web at www.lakemfc.com or at 781-1707. Open until 6:00pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday and open late until 8:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
“Come Home to Lake Murray Floor Covering and Let Your Feet Feel the Difference!”
LIGHTHOUSE MARINA WELCOMES JASON LUSK
The Lighthouse Marina welcomes Jason Lusk, the new manager of Lighthouse Marina. He replaces Stan Jones, who has accepted a position as manager of Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriot’s Pointe.
Lusk has 10 years’ experience in marina management and boat sales. He worked at Lighthouse Marina from 1999 to 2005, when he left to pursue boat sales. Lusk was the manager preceding Jones.
He is a 2002 University of South Carolina graduate. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Ballentine and are expecting their first child in June.
“I love working here; it feels good,” Lusk said. “I feel at home.” Lusk said he welcomes everyone to come to the marina to meet him.
Lighthouse Marina is at 1925 Johnson Marina Road, Chapin. The phone number is 749-1554.
THANK YOU TO THE 2010 OYSTER ROAST SPONSORS!
Aquarius Spa & Salon
Cromer Pools & Spas
Edward Jones
Eight Acres Recycling
Ellett Brothers
H & R Block
Kaabby Creative
Lake Murray Driving Academy
Lake Murray Floor Covering
Lexington Medical Center
Morgan & Associates Nationwide Insurance
Palmetto Gems
Palmetto Graphix
PM Systems
RE/MAX Real Estate Consultants
Roberts Law Group
Russell-Massey & Company
Statewide Insurance
James Owens - Stephens Inc.
Stokes-Trainor Chevrolet-Pontiac-Cadillac-Buick
Tipsy Toad Tavern
Zorba's Restaurant & Sports Bar
Aquarius Spa & Salon
Cromer Pools & Spas
Edward Jones
Eight Acres Recycling
Ellett Brothers
H & R Block
Kaabby Creative
Lake Murray Driving Academy
Lake Murray Floor Covering
Lexington Medical Center
Morgan & Associates Nationwide Insurance
Palmetto Gems
Palmetto Graphix
PM Systems
RE/MAX Real Estate Consultants
Roberts Law Group
Russell-Massey & Company
Statewide Insurance
James Owens - Stephens Inc.
Stokes-Trainor Chevrolet-Pontiac-Cadillac-Buick
Tipsy Toad Tavern
Zorba's Restaurant & Sports Bar
REMINDERS
* Chapin United Methodist Church Garage Sale March 27, 8am to 1 pm
* Lions Club selling Vidalia Onions. Call John Hossenlopp at 917-5724.
* Chapin United Methodist Church Garage Sale March 27, 8am to 1 pm
* Lions Club selling Vidalia Onions. Call John Hossenlopp at 917-5724.
* Mt. Horeb Golf Tournament, Saturday, April 17. Info: 345-2000
* Smoked Easter Hams, Order from Mt. Horeb by March 28. Call 477-6418.
* Smoked Easter Hams, Order from Mt. Horeb by March 28. Call 477-6418.
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