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Chamber News 12-02-09
Keep Your Lights Safe for the Holidays!
Entergy Customer Service Manager, Mary Broussard, reminds everyone to "respect the power of electricity" when decorating inside and outside.
Here are a few important tips recommended so you can keep your holiday safe and bright:
Inside lighting tips:
* If using a live tree, make sure it is fresh and green with needles that are hard to pull from the branches
* Examine all lights before putting them on the tree or using them in other home decorations
* For greater efficiency and safety, use smaller, cool-burning LED lights
* Make sure all light sockets have bulbs in them
* Keep bulbs from touching tree branches and never burn candles on or near the tree or flammable decorations
* Never use lights on a metallic tree. If the lights become faulty, the entire tree could be electrified
* Be careful not to overload extension cords, outlets or even whole circuits in your house
* Turn off decorative lighting when you leave the room or home
* Place wires where they can not trip anyone. Do Not run them under rugs
Outside lighting tips:
* Make sure the lights you put up are designated for outdoor use
* Use a nonconducting fiberglass or wooden ladder when working with strings of lights and stay clear of all overhead wires
* Do Not replace bulbs when the electricity is on
* Never let light bulbs touch flammable materials such as plastic or dry grass and leaves
* For outside use, work only with three-wire grounded extension cords
* Use rubber gaskets in light sockets or hang sockets downward to keep water out
* Keep connections and lights off the ground by hanging them over wooden stakes
* Turn outside holiday lights off when away from home or asleep
Enjoy decorating for the holidays but keep your home and family safe!
Come One-Come All to Christmas In The Country!!!
This is the weekend everyone loves. It's for all ages, young to young at heart! St. Francisville guarantees that there is something for everyone and you can finish that Christmas shopping without all the hassle!
The festivities begin this Friday, December 4th and continues through Sunday, December 6th. For the entire agenda, please visit www.stfrancisvillefestivals.com.
Bring the entire family and friends to enjoy the weekend!
Christmas Tour of Homes
The Women's Service League will sponsor this year Christmas Tour of Homes on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from noon until 5pm. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased the day of the event or ahead at the Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand St. and the Women's Service League Wreath Sale Booth on Ferdinand Street. For more information call Laurie Walsh at 225-635-3873.
Christmas Concert and Dessert Reception
The St. Francisville Symphony Association is sponsoring a Christmas Concert and Dessert Reception with the members of the brass and percussion section of the Baton Rouge Symphony at Hemstead Hall of Hemingbough on December 4, 2009 at 7pm. This is a change of location in case you may have already purchased your tickets.
This is an added attraction during "Christmas in the Country" that you will want to attend. Tickets may be purchased at Bank of St. Francisville or at the door.
What better way to get you into the "Christmas Spirit"!
"Christmas Open House" at the Museum
The Museum at Angola will be hosting at "Christmas Open House" on Friday, December 11, 2009 from 10am until 2pm. Refreshments will be served.
All T-Shirts sold in the Museum will be 'buy and get one 1/2 off'! Great Christmas gifts!
For more information, please call Marsha Lindsey at 225-655-2592.
Mark Your Calendars!
Mark your calendar for these upcoming events at the West Feliciana Parish Library! On December 8th at 7pm- Catherine Savage Brosman, a well-known Louisiana author and poet, will read from her lastest work, Breakwaters, and will have copies for sale that she will personally sign. She is an Emerita Professor of French at Tulane University, Honorary Research Professor at the University of Sheffield, England and poetry editor for Chronicles: a Magazine of American Culture.
On December 12th at 3pm- there will be a reading by Stella Nesanovich and Lewis Garvin. Ms. Nesanovich is a retired Professor of English from McNeese State University, and Mr. Garvin has taught at the University of New Orleans and the College of William and Mary. They are both published poets.
Make plans to attend these events at the Library. West Feliciana Library is bringing a wonderful culture to the parish you won't want to miss!
Send a "Touch of Home"
The holidays are a special time of year when people around the world gather with family and loved ones. But it is also a great time of year to remember the many men and women, their families and veterans who may be separated or far from home.
Until December 7th, you are invited to send holiday cards with messages of thanks and support. The Red Cross volunteers and Pitney Bowes will screen, sort and deliver your card to military bases, veteran and military hospitals across the US and around the world.
Your cards must be received at the Red Cross by December 7th in order for them to be received by a US Service Member. Visit www.redcross.org/holidaymail for details on how you can send a card.
Spread the word to your friends, family and neighbors, and let's send a bit of holiday cheer to our service men and women, veterans and their families around the world in gratitude for their service.
Sheriff's Annual Kid's Christmas
The 9th Annual Kid's Christmas has been scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2009 at the West Feliciana Middle School Gym at 10AM. Sheriff Austin Daniel makes sure every year each child attending will receive a toy and be eligible for the bicycle give away. He wants the public to know that everyone is invited!
The Kid's Christmas Toy Fund is in need of toys as well as donations. Anyone wishing to contribute can go by the Sheriff's office or call Barbara Bonaventure at 225-784-3109. Let's help make it a wonderful experience for the children!
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Chamber Reports 09/24/09
1012 Magazine Talks About Home Rule Charter
-- With all of the talk about Home Rule Charter, the August issue of 1012 Magazine has an informative article on the topic. The article spotlights on the Pros and Cons of Home Rule Charter.
-- For more information or to read the article, go to
www.1012corridor.com/news/2009/aug/01/giving-kingdom/ | St. Francisville Symphony Association
-- The St. Francisville Symphony Association has announced its 2009-2010 calendar will feature the musicians of the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra. All concerts will be held at Grace Episcopal Church on Ferdinand Street. The first concert is scheduled for Saturday, October 3 at 8pm. The Christmas Concert and Dessert Reception is set for December 4 at 7pm, and the final concert is set for Saturday, March 27, 2010, at 8pm.
-- Season tickets are $50 and $40 for seniors and individual tickets are $20 each. Special price for children for the Christmas Concert is $10. Children under 18 who are accompanied by an adult to the October and March concerts will be admitted free of charge.
-- Tickets are available locally at the Bank of St. Francisville or by calling BRSO at 225-383-0500. | | Angola Rodeo News!
-- The Angola Rodeo will be held every Sunday in October, and tickets can be purchased before the Rodeo by calling 225-655-2042 or 225-655-2041. Tickets for just the hobbycraft event are also on sale. During the Rodeo, the Prison Museum will be open from 9AM until 7PM, and there will be booths on the rodeo grounds selling t-shirts and other items from the Museum Gift Shop. | | Republic of West Florida Bicentennial
-East Baton Rouge, East and West Feliciana, St. Helena, Livingston, Tangipahoa, Washington and St. Tammany parishes were adopted by the Republic of West Florida in 1810. There will be a "Gathering of Forces" celebration at the West Feliciana Court House on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 2:00pm.
-The gathering will actually be at the south end of the courthouse grounds, at the corner of Royal Street and Prosperity Street, where the proposed Republic Park will be.
- Everyone is invited to attend and requested to fly your flag. There will be a calendar of events presented for the coming years events! | | Ribbon Cutting for Freds Travel Center
-- Everyone is invited to the Ribbon Cutting for "Freds Travel Center" formerly known as the Truckstop. The beautiful travel center is complete and wants everyone to come out for FREE food, cokes and some giveaways! The Greater St. Francisville Chamber will be there to "Cut The Ribbon" at Noon on Wednesday, September 30th. The celebration begins at 11AM until 5PM so stop by and see this newly constructed business with your support! The business is located on North Highway 61 at the Louisiana/Mississippi state line!
-- The chamber congratulates this valuable member on their success! | | Book Amnesty Month
--September is Book Amnesty Month at West Feliciana Parish Library. This means those books and DVDs you were afraid to return are fine-free. That's right- all overdue fines will be forgiven the month of September. But there is a catch---each person is invited to donate a canned good at the library for the local food bank in lieu of your "over due book fee". | | Read more... | | Save the Date for Trick or Treat!!!
-- The Town of St. Francisville will host Trick or Treat Down Main Street and in the city limits on Thursday, October 29, 2009 starting at 5:30pm!
-- The Town is making accomodations since Homecoming at WFHS is on the 30th!
WRITE IT DOWN AND SAVE THE DATE FOR ALL THE LITTLE GOBLINS!! | | Road Closure for 6 Weeks
-- La Timed Managers has reported that Delta Place Road in New Roads will be closed for approximately six weeks beginning on September 9th for Audubon Bridge Constructor, the joint venture building the John James Audubon Bridge to construct a new roadway.
-- Delta Place Road will be closed to all traffic at the intersection of LA 10 and
LA 1 in New Roads, LA. All traffic must choose an alternater route and can access Delta Place Road from LA 420. | Stay Warm This Winter & Help The Food Pantry While You Do It!
--The ladies from the "Feliciana Stitchers Quilt Guild" has made a beautiful quilt that is on display at the West Feliciana Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street, that is being raffled off. The proceeds will benefit the West Feliciana Food Pantry.
--Tickets are $1 each or 7 for $5 and can be purchased from any member of the Feliciana Stitchers, the Historical Society or at the Bank of St. Francisville. The raffle will take place on October 24, 2009 at 11:30am during the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale at the St. Francisville Town Hall.
--Please purchase your tickets and help the Food Pantry Today!!
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St. Francisville Chamber Sept. 08, 2009
'HOW TO ADDRESS EMPLOYEE ISSUES"
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce is continuing to work for the businesses. One of the important committees that works for the Chamber is the Member Services Committee.
Glenn Thomas, committee chairman, and his enthusiastic committee has found another event to "help our businesses" grow and succeed.
A Training Workshop on "How to Address Employee Issues" will be presented on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 11:45 to 1:00pm at the Bank of St. Francisville Board Room, 5700 Commerce Street in St. Francisville (across the street from the bank).
The topics will include:
* Learn a systematic approach for addressing employee performance problems
* Learn interaction techniques for addressing and improving performance
* Practice by participating in role play exercises
To reserve your place at the workshop- Please contact Suzette Daniel at 225-635-0047. Limited Seating Only!
NO ADMISSION FEE TO ATTEND AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED!
Call today and get those employee problems worked out!
Quilt Raffle for Food Pantry
The ladies from the "Feliciana Stitchers Quilt Guild" has made a beautiful quilt that is on display at the West Feliciana Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street, that is being raffled off. The proceeds will benefit the West Feliciana Food Pantry.
Tickets are $1 each or 7 for $5 and can be purchased from any member of the Feliciana Stitchers, the Historical Society or at the Bank of St. Francisville. The raffle will take place on October 24, 2009 at 11:30am during the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale at the St. Francisville Town Hall.
Please purchase your tickets and help the Food Pantry Today!!
Farmer's Market Open Thursdays
The Farmer's Market is still open on Thursdays at the Fair Barn! There is still fresh produce, delicious baked goods and beautiful fresh flowers available. The market is open on Thursdays from noon until 5pm. Go by and support our local farmers.
Book Amnesty Month
September is Book Amnesty Month at West Feliciana Parish Library. This means those books and DVDs you were afraid to return are fine-free. That's right- all overdue fines will be forgiven the month of September. But there is a catch---each person is invited to donate a canned good at the library for the local food bank in lieu of your "over due book fee".
Thursday, September 10- Come by the Library to meet Author Sara Morgan. She will read from her new book- No Limits: How I Escaped the Clutches of Corporate America to Live the Self-Employed Life of My Dreams. This fun program begins a 6pm.
Tuesday, September 15- Teen Only Open Mic. All teens are invited to this event "Only for Teens" from 7pm-8pm. Bring a poem, slam, play an instrument- it's all good! The rules are: 10 minutes and a microphone, appropriateness for a public audience, and don't be shy.
The library is open 9-7 Monday through Thursday, 9-6 on Friday and 9-1 on Saturday. Please call 225-635-3364 for more information.
DAR Observes Constitution Week
Constitution Week is September 17-23
This year celebrates the 222nd anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution.
On Thursday, September 17th at 3:00pm, the Alexander Stirling Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution asks that all individuals, churches, schools, governmental and patriotic organizations join in "Bells Across America" by ringing bells with other Americans nationwide to honor the Constitution.
Show your PRIDE!
Save the Date for Trick or Treat!!!
The Town of St. Francisville will host Trick or Treat Down Main Street and in the city limits on Thursday, October 29, 2009 starting at 5:30pm!
The Town is making accomodations since Homecoming at WFHS is on the 30th!
WRITE IT DOWN AND SAVE THE DATE FOR ALL THE LITTLE GOBLINS!!
Road Closed for 6 Weeks!
La Timed Managers has reported that Delta Place Road in New Roads will be closed for approximately six weeks beginning on September 9th for Audubon Bridge Constructor, the joint venture building the John James Audubon Bridge to construct a new roadway.
Delta Place Road will be closed to all traffic at the intersection of LA 10 and
LA 1 in New Roads, LA. All traffic must choose an alternater route and can access Delta Place Road from LA 420.
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St. Francisville Chamber 08/31/09
The Chamber News
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking an Executive Secretary. Among the many job duties are managing the day-to-day affairs of the Chamber office, communicating with chamber members on a variety of issues, supporting the Board of Directors by implementing policies and procedures, and organizing Chamber events just to name a few.
The right candidate should demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills while being self-motivated to work independently.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Office hours are from 9am to 4:30pm Mondays through Thursdays and 9am to 12noon on Fridays. Please note that some after-hours activities are required for this position.
Individuals interested in this position should send a resume with references via email to sfchamber@bellsouth.net or via regular mail to PO Box 545, St. Francisville, LA, 70775.
The deadline for receiving resumes is Friday, September 11, 2009.
Stay Warm This Winter & Help The Food Pantry While You Do It!
Quilt Raffle for Food Pantry
The ladies from the "Feliciana Stitchers Quilt Guild" has made a beautiful quilt that is on display at the West Feliciana Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street, that is being raffled off. The proceeds will benefit the West Feliciana Food Pantry.
Tickets are $1 each or 7 for $5 and can be purchased from any member of the Feliciana Stitchers, the Historical Society or at the Bank of St. Francisville. The raffle will take place on October 24, 2009 at 11:30am during the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale at the St. Francisville Town Hall.
Please purchase your tickets and help the Food Pantry Today!!
Farmer's Market Open Thursdays
The Farmer's Market is still open on Thursdays at the Fair Barn! There is still fresh produce, delicious baked goods and beautiful fresh flowers available. The market is open on Thursdays from noon until 5pm. Go by and support our local farmers.
Book Amnesty Month
September is Book Amnesty Month at West Feliciana Parish Library. This means those books and DVDs you were afraid to return are fine-free. That's right- all overdue fines will be forgiven the month of September. But there is a catch---each person is invited to donate a canned good at the library for the local food bank in lieu of your "over due book fee".
The library is open 9-7 Monday through Thursday, 9-6 on Friday and 9-1 on Saturday. Please call 225-635-3364 for more information.
Job Fair Scheduled
The Baton Rouge Career Solutions Center is having a veterans and general public "Job Fair" on Thursday, September 3, 2009. It will be held at the Baton Rouge Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn Executive Center) at 4728 Constitution Ave in Baton Rouge from 9AM until 1PM.
From 9AM until 11AM is reserved for veterans and from 11AM until 1PM for the general public. For further information, please contact Bob Hartman at 225-922-1320 or email at rhartman@lwc.la.gov
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Chamber Greetings Aug. 21, 2009
WHITE LINEN NIGHT- TOMORROW!!
Tomorrow the town of St. Francisville will be buzzing with one of the most "hometown" events ever! This will be the second year of "White Linen Night"!
From 5pm until 9pm, you can casually stroll the streets of St. Francisville and be thoroughly entertained the entire evening. There will be "special sales" at the shops with FREE delicious food to snack on, beverages, desserts, arts you will want to purchase, book signings and LIVE entertainment everywhere you go!!! You can even redeem your sales receipts for a free gift. So why no start your Christmas shopping now!
Laurie Walsh and the St. Francisville Main Street have organized with hundreds of local businesses, individuals, musicians, and talented artists just to name a few, to present the most enjoyable and relaxing evening you will not want to miss! If you thought last year was so successful, wait til you come tomorrow evening.
Load up the family and come to St. Francisville for a fun and relaxing family event that you only see on TV. This is better than Mayberry! Come feel and experience our lovely town- St. Francisville!
LA State Penitentiary Museum
The Justice Hall of Fame event was held in July, 2009 with a ribbon cutting and a reception at the Museum at LA State Penitentiary at Angola.
The Angola Museum will be set up in front of The Shanty Too on White Linen Night with samples of inmate art that is sold at the Angola Rodeo.
Tickets for the Angola Rodeo can be purchased by calling 225-655-2142. You may also schedule tours of the Prison by calling Marsha Lindsey, Director at 225-655-2592. Tours are scheduled Monday thru Friday each week for groups of 20 or more. Participants must be at least 12 years of age.
Farmer's Market Open Thursdays
The Farmer's Market is still open on Thursdays at the Fair Barn! There is still fresh produce, delicious baked goods and beautiful fresh flowers available. The market is open on Thursdays from noon until 5pm. Go by and support our local farmers.
September is Book Amnesty Month at the Library
Book Amnesty Month
September is Book Amnesty Month at West Feliciana Parish Library. This means those books and DVDs you were afraid to return are fine-free. That's right- all overdue fines will be forgiven the month of September. But there is a catch---each person is invited to donate a canned good at the library for the local food bank in lieu of your "over due book fee".
The library is open 9-7 Monday through Thursday, 9-6 on Friday and 9-1 on Saturday. Please call 225-635-3364 for more information.
Job Fair Scheduled
The Baton Rouge Career Solutions Center is having a veterans and general public "Job Fair" on Thursday, September 3, 2009. It will be held at the Baton Rouge Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn Executive Center) at 4728 Constitution Ave in Baton Rouge from 9AM until 1PM.
From 9AM until 11AM is reserved for veterans and from 11AM until 1PM for the general public. For further information, please contact Bob Hartman at 225-922-1320 or email at rhartman@lwc.la.gov
Relocation Packets Available
If you know of anyone who is moving to St. Francisville, they can call the Chamber office at 635-6717 and request a re-location packet. Information about the parish and parish facilities along with phone numbers they will need and some brochures from Chamber businesses and maps of the town and parish are enclosed in the packets.
Contact Information
SFchamber@bellsouth.net
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