The Voice of West Feliciana Business
Greetings!
Happy New Year!!
It has been my pleasure to serve the members and board of the Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce as your President, over the last year and a half. Our Past President, Hamilton Willis, laid the groundwork, recognized the needed direction and rapidly organized the chamber into a valuable resource for our members.
With the hard work of our board and an increased level of cooperation throughout the parish, many significant events occurred during my tenure. The Chamber hosted Political Forums, After-hour functions, and Ribbon Cuttings. We continue to enhance the newsletter and website on a regular basis. Through the Swing for Scholarship Golf Outing, we have provided scholarships to numerous students from our area. Most recently, we hosted the Discovery Trip to Madison to learn from their challenges and successes. The Comprehensive Plan has the potential to be the vehicle that will provide the necessary direction and focus for our local leaders. It is important that we continue to ensure that our leaders act on the plan and begin to implement its recommendations. I encourage our President Elect, Mike Smith, and the board to work closely with our officials towards this endeavor.
St. Francisville has remarkable natural resources, a great education system and a rich history for us to build upon. I have learned a great deal while serving our members. More than anything else, I have learned that there are numerous individuals, businesses and municipal leaders that show true care for our community, as well as, a willingness to make sacrifices and dedicate time. The recipe for success is there, and it is time to start cooking!
We have several outgoing Board Members that have played a vital role in our success over the last few years. Thanks to Amanda McKinney, Laurie Walsh, Hamilton Willis and Clay Pinson for everything they have done for the Chamber!
I'd also like to welcome our newest Board Members; Abby Temple, Bobee Leake, Amy Spillman, Brent Bradley and Greg Accardo and Mike Perito.
Mike Smith will take over as President in 2009 and I will support him as the Past President. Mike brings an astute knowledge of politics and he will be an asset in working with our local leaders. Since he has taken over as Vice President, he has already begun taking an active behind the scenes role and great things should be expected in 2009!
As an owner of three businesses that are chamber members (The Relocation Center, V Catering, and TigerBytes IT Solutions) the chamber has been a valuable resource for me and hope each of you feel the same.
Thanks for your support and I wish you a Happy New Year!
Miles Higgins
President of the Board
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Welcome New Chamber Member
New Chamber Member
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce welcomes
Daniel Clinic to the chamber. The medical clinic opened in July of 2000 and now employs 25 employees. Thank you for serving the needs of the community!
Chamber 2009 Membership Renewals
2009 Chamber Membership Renewals
Just a reminder that if you have not renewed your Chamber membership for 2009 to send in your renewal form and check. Many calls are coming in to the office and we want your business referred first! If you need a new membership invoice, please call the office and let us know at 225-635-6717.
Business Recognition Dinner
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the "Business Recognition Dinner" on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sage Hill Reception Center at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 per person.
Reservations only required. Reservations must be received by January 5, 2009.
Mr. Stephen Moret will be the guest speaker for the event.
Chamber members are reminded to call, email, or mail their nominations for awards by January 5, 2009!
6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas
The Women's Service League and Feliciana Restaurants and Caterers are preparing for the 6th Annual- Taste of the Felicianas. It is truly "A Night of Glitz and Glamour" that everyone will enjoyed.
The date for the event is Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30pm at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. For more information call 225-784-1704. Don't miss this event!!
Relocation Packets now available
Relocation Packets are now 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
Linda Osterberger; Executive Secretary
phone: 635-6717 Join our mailing list!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
SFCC - 12/17/08
Greetings!
Congratulations Conville Lemoine!
On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, the West Feliciana Parish School Board and others paid tribute to former board President Conville Lemoine. Mr. Lemoine resigned last month from the School Board due to conflicts between his association with the school board and his business interests. Mr. Lemoine served on the board for 30 years. He was first elected to the School Board in 1978 and began serving in January of 1979 at the age of 24 and became board president in January 1981.
The board adopted a resolution pointing out that Mr. Lemoine served under three superintendents, through eight elections and with more than 30 board members.
As many outstanding citizens of the parish came to commend him for his accomplishments, "he always put the children first", said current Superintendent Lloyd Lindsey.
"I have enjoyed it so much", Conville said.
The School Board earlier this month named Kelly O'Brien as an interim board member from the 6th District. A special election will be held April 4, 2009 for the remainder of Mr. Lemoine's term which ends December 31, 2010.
The Chamber of Commerce sends our warmest "congratulations" to Mr. Conville Lemoine and for all his work and dedication to the West Feliciana Parish School system.
2009 Membership Drive
The 2009 Membership Invoices have been sent out to all businesses that were members in 2008. The chamber asks that you complete the form and send the invoice with your check by December 15, 2008. If you are not a member, and would like to join the Chamber, please call the office at 225-635-6717, and we will send you a form. We remind everyone that not only businesses can join- individuals are welcome also!
Welcome New Chamber Members
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest member for 2009. The Chamber asks that you support the members as they strive to help the economic success of our community. All people and businesses that are members of the chamber work diligently to make St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish "the best place to live".
New members:
Jones Welding of St. Francisville- Reggie & Barbara Jones
St. Francisville Ferry Status
The St. Francisville/New Roads ferry is NOT running due to mechanical problems. DOTD has not indicated when it will reopen.
FEMA Deadline
The deadline for registration with FEMA for disaster relief from Hurricane Gustav is December 17, 2008 and for Hurricane Ike, December 26, 2008. If you need any assistance from FEMA, you must register. You may register on line at FEMA.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas
The Women's Service League and Feliciana Restaurants and Caterers are preparing for the 6th Annual- Taste of the Felicianas. It is truly "A Night of Glitz and Glamour" that everyone will enjoyed.
The date for the event is Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30pm at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. For more information call 225-784-1704. Don't miss this event!!
Business Recognition Dinner
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the "Business Recognition Dinner" on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sage Hill Reception Center at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and will be available soon. For more information, please call the chamber office at 225-635-6717. MARK YOUR CALENDAR TODAY- Limited seating available.
Congratulations Conville Lemoine!
On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, the West Feliciana Parish School Board and others paid tribute to former board President Conville Lemoine. Mr. Lemoine resigned last month from the School Board due to conflicts between his association with the school board and his business interests. Mr. Lemoine served on the board for 30 years. He was first elected to the School Board in 1978 and began serving in January of 1979 at the age of 24 and became board president in January 1981.
The board adopted a resolution pointing out that Mr. Lemoine served under three superintendents, through eight elections and with more than 30 board members.
As many outstanding citizens of the parish came to commend him for his accomplishments, "he always put the children first", said current Superintendent Lloyd Lindsey.
"I have enjoyed it so much", Conville said.
The School Board earlier this month named Kelly O'Brien as an interim board member from the 6th District. A special election will be held April 4, 2009 for the remainder of Mr. Lemoine's term which ends December 31, 2010.
The Chamber of Commerce sends our warmest "congratulations" to Mr. Conville Lemoine and for all his work and dedication to the West Feliciana Parish School system.
2009 Membership Drive
The 2009 Membership Invoices have been sent out to all businesses that were members in 2008. The chamber asks that you complete the form and send the invoice with your check by December 15, 2008. If you are not a member, and would like to join the Chamber, please call the office at 225-635-6717, and we will send you a form. We remind everyone that not only businesses can join- individuals are welcome also!
Welcome New Chamber Members
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest member for 2009. The Chamber asks that you support the members as they strive to help the economic success of our community. All people and businesses that are members of the chamber work diligently to make St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish "the best place to live".
New members:
Jones Welding of St. Francisville- Reggie & Barbara Jones
St. Francisville Ferry Status
The St. Francisville/New Roads ferry is NOT running due to mechanical problems. DOTD has not indicated when it will reopen.
FEMA Deadline
The deadline for registration with FEMA for disaster relief from Hurricane Gustav is December 17, 2008 and for Hurricane Ike, December 26, 2008. If you need any assistance from FEMA, you must register. You may register on line at FEMA.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas
The Women's Service League and Feliciana Restaurants and Caterers are preparing for the 6th Annual- Taste of the Felicianas. It is truly "A Night of Glitz and Glamour" that everyone will enjoyed.
The date for the event is Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30pm at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. For more information call 225-784-1704. Don't miss this event!!
Business Recognition Dinner
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the "Business Recognition Dinner" on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sage Hill Reception Center at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and will be available soon. For more information, please call the chamber office at 225-635-6717. MARK YOUR CALENDAR TODAY- Limited seating available.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
SFCC - 12/10/08
The Voice of West Feliciana Business
Greetings!
The American Red Cross and the Women's Service League are partnering together to offer "The Ultimate Babysitter's Training Course".
As parents often face the tough question of who will become the trusted family babysitter, this may help you to make that decision. The American Red Cross has a history of success with the programs it sponsors. The course will be for students aged 11-15. They will learn responsibilities and qualities of being a good babysitter with skills in first aid and basic care,along with many other areas needed to supervise children, as well as providing certification in CPR and First Aid.
Known as the most complete learning experience, the Ultimate Babysitter's Training Course has been reviewed and supported by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, Girl Scouts of the USA, Boy Scouts of America, YMCA of the USA, Boys and Girls Clubs and 4-H.
The course is being offered here in West Feliciana Parish which students must attend on the two consecutive days, Monday, December 29th and Tuesday, December 30, from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm at the St. Francisville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in St. Francisville. The $50 cost per student will pay for the certification fees for CPR and First Aid.
This event is valuable to parents and students. For more information or to sign up, call Kati Williamson with the Women's Service League of St. Francisville at 225-635-2885. Space is limited so get your student signed up today.
Chamber of Commerce 2009 Membership Drive
The 2009 Membership Invoices have been sent out to all businesses that were members in 2008. The chamber asks that you complete the form and send the invoice with your check by December 15, 2008. If you are not a member, and would like to join the Chamber, please call the office at 225-635-6717, and we will send you a form. We remind everyone that not only businesses can join- individuals are welcome also!
Welcome New Chamber Members
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest members for 2009. The Chamber asks that you support these newest businesses as they strive to help the economic success of our community. All people and businesses that are members of the chamber work diligently to make St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish "the best place to live".
Dredge Brokers, LLC- Brantz von Mayer
Feliciana Realty, LLC- Jeannie Robinson
The Upper Crust Bistro-Zachary, LA - Camille & Scott Thibodeaux
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas McVea
Business Recognition Dinner
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the "Business Recognition Dinner" on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sage Hill Reception Center at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and will be available soon. For more information, please call the chamber office at 225-635-6717. MARK YOUR CALENDAR TODAY- Limited seating available.
Registration for FEMA Deadline
The deadline for registration with FEMA for disaster relief from Hurricane Gustav is December 17, 2008 and for Hurricane Ike, December 26, 2008. If you need any assistance from FEMA, you must register. You may register on line at FEMA.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
Current Ferry Schedule
Because of low water, the St. Francisville/New Roads ferry will be running from 6 am until 5:15 pm. You can check the status at the chamber website at stfrancisvillechamber.com.
6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas
The Women's Service League and Feliciana Restaurants and Caterers are preparing for the 6th Annual- Taste of the Felicianas. It is truly "A Night of Glitz and Glamour" that everyone will enjoyed.
The date for the event is Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30pm at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. For more information call 225-784-1704. Don't miss this event!!
Relocation Packets now available
Relocation Packets are now 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. �
Greetings!
The American Red Cross and the Women's Service League are partnering together to offer "The Ultimate Babysitter's Training Course".
As parents often face the tough question of who will become the trusted family babysitter, this may help you to make that decision. The American Red Cross has a history of success with the programs it sponsors. The course will be for students aged 11-15. They will learn responsibilities and qualities of being a good babysitter with skills in first aid and basic care,along with many other areas needed to supervise children, as well as providing certification in CPR and First Aid.
Known as the most complete learning experience, the Ultimate Babysitter's Training Course has been reviewed and supported by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, Girl Scouts of the USA, Boy Scouts of America, YMCA of the USA, Boys and Girls Clubs and 4-H.
The course is being offered here in West Feliciana Parish which students must attend on the two consecutive days, Monday, December 29th and Tuesday, December 30, from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm at the St. Francisville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in St. Francisville. The $50 cost per student will pay for the certification fees for CPR and First Aid.
This event is valuable to parents and students. For more information or to sign up, call Kati Williamson with the Women's Service League of St. Francisville at 225-635-2885. Space is limited so get your student signed up today.
Chamber of Commerce 2009 Membership Drive
The 2009 Membership Invoices have been sent out to all businesses that were members in 2008. The chamber asks that you complete the form and send the invoice with your check by December 15, 2008. If you are not a member, and would like to join the Chamber, please call the office at 225-635-6717, and we will send you a form. We remind everyone that not only businesses can join- individuals are welcome also!
Welcome New Chamber Members
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest members for 2009. The Chamber asks that you support these newest businesses as they strive to help the economic success of our community. All people and businesses that are members of the chamber work diligently to make St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish "the best place to live".
Dredge Brokers, LLC- Brantz von Mayer
Feliciana Realty, LLC- Jeannie Robinson
The Upper Crust Bistro-Zachary, LA - Camille & Scott Thibodeaux
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas McVea
Business Recognition Dinner
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the "Business Recognition Dinner" on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Sage Hill Reception Center at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 per person and will be available soon. For more information, please call the chamber office at 225-635-6717. MARK YOUR CALENDAR TODAY- Limited seating available.
Registration for FEMA Deadline
The deadline for registration with FEMA for disaster relief from Hurricane Gustav is December 17, 2008 and for Hurricane Ike, December 26, 2008. If you need any assistance from FEMA, you must register. You may register on line at FEMA.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
Current Ferry Schedule
Because of low water, the St. Francisville/New Roads ferry will be running from 6 am until 5:15 pm. You can check the status at the chamber website at stfrancisvillechamber.com.
6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas
The Women's Service League and Feliciana Restaurants and Caterers are preparing for the 6th Annual- Taste of the Felicianas. It is truly "A Night of Glitz and Glamour" that everyone will enjoyed.
The date for the event is Friday, January 23, 2009 at 7:30pm at Hemingbough in St. Francisville. For more information call 225-784-1704. Don't miss this event!!
Relocation Packets now available
Relocation Packets are now 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. �
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
SFCC - 12-08-08
Greetings! 12-08-08
The lights are going up and so are the trees. The businesses and home owners are pulling out all the decorations and the town workers are working diligently for a "Spectacular Weekend" to kick off the Christmas season- Christmas In The Country is here!
For a short version of what to expect-
Friday, December 5- 5:30pm- the First Baptist Church Children's Choir will be singing on the front porch of Town Hall- at 6:00pm, Mayor Billy D'Aquilla will light the Town of St. Francisville Christmas Tree and will host a reception at Town Hall with a "special visitor". Then from 6:30pm until 9pm- White Light Night will begin. Trolleys will be rolling downtown with all the businesses staying open late for your shopping needs. More will be going on so make sure you get a schedule of the events at any business in town.
Saturday, December 6- starts off with Breakfast with St. Nick at Jackson Hall. Tickets are required. West Feliciana School choirs will be singing at the Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street during the morning with vendors and food and activities for everyone along Ferdinand and Royal Streets and bands playing in Parker Park and other locations throughout the town. The businesses will be open for you to get that "special" gift. Then at 2:00pm- THE CHRISTMAS PARADE- JUMP IN! More activities for the evening until 8pm including the Live Nativity at the First Baptist Church on Hwy 61 & 10.
Sunday, December 7-starting at noon, the Library Tour of Homes, tickets are required. Shops, restaurants, and businesses will again be open so you can complete those shopping lists.
For more information on the event, visit stfrancisvillefestivals.com or call St. Francisville Main Street at 225-635-3873.
This is a good weekend to get that shopping done without the hassle, bring the children, invite guests and family, and let St. Francisville show you how to make the holidays fun for the entire family! Start a tradition!
Latest News
| News from T. C. Boyett, Fire Chief
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| Current Ferry Schedule |
Chamber Activities
| Chamber of Commerce "Business Recognition Dinner" |
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| Chamber of Commerce 2009 Membership Drive |
Area Events
| WOW- Wellness of Women |
| Glitz & Glamour |
| 6th Annual Taste of the Felicianas |
| St. Francisville Transitory Theatre presents; |
| Annual Christmas Concert |
| Friends of WFP Library Tour Of Homes |
| Christmas in the Country "White Light Night" |
Chamber Features
| Moving to St. Francisville |
| Relocation Packets are now Available |
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