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Chamber Forum Luncheon CHAMBER FORUM LUNCHEON
June 18, 2009
Noon to 1:00 pm


Guest speaker will be Frolic Queen Sarah Dowless.

Make early reservations for the luncheon (on or before May19) by calling Mona at 929-2454, or emailing director@philomathchamber.org .

New Location: College United Methodist Church





Philomath Classic Car Show Philomath Classic Car Show
July 4, 2009


The Philomath City Park will be the venue for the July 4, 2009 Philomath Classic car show. It is an event for vintage car lovers from all over the Northwest who enjoy the "Show 'n Shine" competition. Great food, rock 'n roll music, and 50/50 drawings will be available. For the young car buffs, our Kids' Choice program gets young people, 12 and under, involved. Competition is open to cars and trucks dating from 1900 to 1975. For information about registration and vehicle categories, please visit:



Once again the Philomath Classic is being held in the Philomath City Park at 23rd and Applegate. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and Spectators are welcomed free at 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Philomath Community Services.

Philomath Class Car Show web site





Philomath Frolic and Rodeo 2006 cowboys Philomath Frolic and Rodeo
     July 9, 20, 11, 12 - 2009

The Philomath Frolic & Rodeo is held during the second weekend of July with three Northwest Professional Rodeo Association sanctioned rodeos, (NPRA), Lions Club breakfasts, Mary's Peak Search & Rescue Beef & Chicken Barbecues, The Kids and Main Street Parades, Crafts booths, Food booths, Silver Lite Rodeo, Friday & Saturday Dance, Carnival Rides, Old Fashion Fiddle Jam, Musical Christian Cowboy Church Service, Patton's Mini Bull Buckers, Bingo, Kids Korner, Novice Barrel Racing, and much more to make a fun-filled weekend.

The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Parade, is held Saturday morning along Main Street, it is a huge crowd pleaser.

541-929-2611   &   541-929-3656

The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo
Ken Stueve, President

www.philomathrodeo.org





Philomath Community Services logo with Mom and Baby PHILOMATH COMMUNITY SERVICES
Asks for Support this Holiday Season


This week, the Philomath Food Bank seemed filled with food, but “in a month these shelves will be pretty empty,” said Dot Richardson, the organization’s manager.

Jeff Lamb, president of Philomath Community Services, said the nonprofit is helping more people. “We’re here every week, doing what we can,” he said.


During this holiday season the Philomath Community Services is again helping many of our neighbors who lack the basics here in Philomath. The need for supplemental food and clothing has more than doubled in just the last two years while prices have gone up and USDA has cut their support.

Please join us in making this holiday season special and enjoyable for all of our neighbors. Here is how you can help.

Philomath Community Services fund raising letter

Thank you.




Mary's Peak - Shriners Trek

Mary's Peak Shiners' Trek & Peewee Rodeo
August 16-17, 2008


The Northwest Youth Rodeo Association was founded in 1974 to keep the western heritage alive in America, to help build self-confidence and leadership skills in our youth. Also to give children, ages two through high school, the opportunity to experience the challenge and excitement of junior rodeo competition. The NYRA is made up of four age divisions at which the kids compete in the traditional rodeo events: from barrel racing to bull riding.

Our season wraps up with our Finals Rodeos being held in Philomath the 3rd weekend in August. For more information please visit our web site.

www.philomathrodeo.org/events/shinertrek.php





Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire

Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire

September 19-20, 2009

Come be thee blythe and merry at the Faire! Just 15 miles and 500 years away from downtown Corvallis & the second weekend in September. Here enchantment awaits young and old alike as jousting knights and noble steeds clash on the tourney fyld while minstrels, troubadours, jongleurs, dancers and bards fill the lanes with delight.

The only Faire of its kind in Oregon, this exciting event offers an educational interactive adventure in history, welcoming families and children. Modeled on the merriest of elements from the times of Shakespeare and Elizabeth I, and set in the historic renaissance of 1558 to 1603, here all the Faire is a stage, and everyone a player!

Elizabethan Revels & Marketplace
Kings Valley - Oregon


www.shrewfaire.com




New Lighted Philomath Christmas Tree
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTS UP PHILOMATH
December, 2008


The new Philomath Christmas tree now adorns the front lawn of the Benton County Museum. It was officially lit on December 2nd to great fan-fare in front of 100's of Philomath area citizens. The lighting, preceeded by a joint Christmas choir of members of Philomath churches, highlights the almost 2 year long effort spearheaded by the Philomath Chamber, to replace majestic Sequoia tree removed for the couplet.

Now, everyone in Philomath and those passing through the city can enjoy the fruits of the commnunity wide project as they view this live, lighted tree that will grace the front of the museum property for generations to come.

A special "thank you" to Christmas Tree Project chairman Jeff Lamb (click for picture) for his conception and coordination of bringing a new annual tradition to Philomath.

25 foot Sequoia tree
Click to Enlarge
Debbie Thorpe, President
Chris Shonnard, Arborist
PHILOMATH CHRISTMAS TREE CHALLENGE
October, 2008


The Philomath Chamber is sponsoring a business challenge to raise the remaining funds to replace the Philomath Christmas tree due to be planted in November, 2008. We are coordinating the effort of Chamber members (and other interested citizens) to match funding in the Buy a Bulb campaign. Shonnards is starting the challenge by matching customer donations toward the tree up to $500. We are encouraging Chamber member businesses to follow our lead. Regardless of the size of your business, matching funds from customer donations will show your commitment toward this important community goal.

Shonnard's Nursery Florist and Landscape started a business challenge to help replace the historic Philomath Christmas Tree, which had to be removed to complete the new couplet.

Contact either person listed below for more info and so your business can be listed on the Chamber Challenge page (coming soon).


Contact the Mona at the Chamber at 929-2454
     or
Christmas Tree Project chairman Jeff Lamb at 453-4041

Buy a Bulb campaign

2008 Christmas Tree budget

Corvallis Gazette-Times features new Christmas tree




Kevin Boss and Debbie Thorpe Chamber Awards Kevin Boss
March 2, 2008


The Philomath Chamber Honors Kevin Boss

In a fully packed gymnasium at the Philomath High School, on behalf of the Philomath community, the Chamber of Commerce was proud to present to Kevin Boss, #89 from the New York Giants, an award for all that he has done for the Philomath area.

I know I speak for everyone in this room when I say "Kevin, we love your confidence and you are our hero."
       Debbie Thorpe, Philomath Chamber President

The plaque read:
The Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Acknowledges Kevin Boss for his outstanding leadership, support and inspiration for the community of Philomath, Oregon. March 2, 2008








Chamber upholds volunteer tradition CORVALLIS GAZETTE-TIMES
OPINION

April 30, 2007


Philomath's Chamber of Commerce continues to work very hard for the community after nearly 35 years of proven service. The Chamber's main purpose is to support the business owners that in turn support Philomath. The businesses do that by employing our citizens, paying taxes, and supporting our schools along with the many volunteer service clubs and organizations that make Philomath such a great community to live in.

Read the rest of the article here.






Links and Resources:
Information About The Philomath Area:

Benton County Historical Society
Director
www.bentoncountymuseum.org

Philomath Community Foundation
Karla Robbins, President
www.philomathfoundation.org

Philomath Community Services
www.philomathcommunityservices.org

Philomath Rotary
www.philomathrotary.org

Philomath Bulletin
www.philomathbulletin.com

Corvallis/Benton County Library-Philomath Extension
Maggie Wetmore, Librarian
www.ci.corvallis.or.us\libraryextension\philomath.html

Philomath School District
Pete Tuana, Superintendent
www.philomath.k12.or.us

Philomath Youth Activities Club
www.pyac.org

Philomath Downtown Association
Jeff Light, President
www.myphilomath.org

Philomath Police
Ken Elwer, Chief of Police
www.ci.philomath.or.us/

City of Philomath
Randy Kugler, City Manager
www.ci.philomath.or.us/

Information About The Surrounding Area:

Corvallis daVinci Days
www.davinci-days.org

Corvallis Fall Festival
www.corvallisfallfestival.com

Benton County Fairgrounds
Scott Stoller
766-6090
www.bentoncountyfair.com

Corvallis-Benton County Economic Development Partnership
Mysty Rusk
www.corvallisedp.com

Corvallis Gazette Times
www.gazettetimes.com

Corvallis Area Chamber of Commerce

www.corvallischamber.com

Corvallis Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.visitcorvallis.com

Oregon State Fair
www.oregonstatefair.org

Oregon State University
osu.orst.edu




Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 606
Philomath OR 97370
Phone: 541.929.2454

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