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Quality, Reliability & Excellence
May 2014
A warm welcome to our newest members
The Fiber Arts Guild of Socorro County provides a forum to encourage, teach, and share various fiber arts
for guild members and the community at large. Members enjoy fellowship and exchange ideas and techniques at
meetings on the 2nd Saturday of each month, Epiphany Episcopal Church, 908 Leroy Place. A social gathering begins at 9:30 a.m. and the actual meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. For additional information about the Fiber Arts
Guild, please contact President Norma Lorang by phone at 575-838-0058 or 505-220-0114 or via email at [email protected]. Follow the guild and see some of their creations on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
SocorroFiberArtsGuild.
C Bar D Trailer Sales and Service offers “old fashioned service and fair prices” and is owned and operated
by Chet and Debbie Moss. Located at 209 South California Street, they offer auto and truck accessories, quick
lubes, auto detailing, AND will wash your vehicle by hand! To make an appointment for your vehicle, call 575835-WASH (9274). Drop-ins welcomed. C Bar D’s grand opening will be Friday and Saturday, May 2-3. Discounts on accessories and services will be offered on Friday and Saturday and from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on
Saturday, there will be live music, free hot dogs, drawings, and giveaways. There will be a ribbon cutting by the
Chamber of Commerce at noon.
Would you like us to help you advertise?
Socorro’s Relay for Life seeks volunteers and business sponsors
1) To include a flyer in our June newsletter, please have it to us no later than May 22. Please send digital copies to Susann
Mikkelson at [email protected] or drop a black and white paper copy off at the Chamber office. If inserting
a color flyer, members must provide us with 350 copies. Each member is welcome to include a flyer in the newsletter
once per year.
The Socorro Relay for Life this year will be on Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. If you're
interested in being a committee member, contact Cindy Lam at 575-835-8250. Many sponsorship opportunities
are also available for local businesses. See the Announcements page on our website for sponsorship application
forms: www.socorro-nm.com.
2) In order to have your sales, events, etc. advertised in our mid-month Member E-News you
must specifically request it and have the information to Jennifer Polle at [email protected] by no later than May 12.
3) Items for the Chamber’s Facebook page or website announcements page can be emailed to
Jennifer at any time.
Changes in bulk mailing rules—please read!
If you are a member who takes advantage of our bulk mail permit, or if you are interested in taking advantage of this member benefit, please contact Susann Mikkelson at the Chamber office. There have been some changes to the bulk mailing
rules and you may encounter issues the next time you attempt to process a bulk mailing. Please call Susann at 575-8350424 or email [email protected].
Volunteer opportunities at Chamber office
The Socorro County Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to assist in the office and with special projects. Office
work might include greeting visitors, answering phones, filing, and general office work. Special projects might include anything from helping prepare the newsletter for mailing to assisting with special events and other related activities, to distributing literature around the city and county. Interested? Call Deb or Susann at 575-835-0424.
Webb Photography’s work highlighted on Chamber’s Gallery Wall
Our May Artists of the Month are Derry and Tisha Webb of Webb Photography. Specializing in portraiture, the
Webbs have been offering both studio and natural light photography here in Socorro for the past 5 years. Working in a wide variety of settings, from photographing high school seniors, families, and children to weddings and
special events, they enjoy working together.
“I love working with people, especially kids, and helping them to feel comfortable,” Tisha
Webb explained, “and Derry is more on the technical end of the photography process.
We’re a good team!”
When not behind their cameras, Tisha works as a nursery school teacher and Derry works
at IRIS PASSCAL, on Tech campus.
Stop by the Chamber office throughout the month of May to view a sampling of the Webb’s
work. For more information on their services, they can be reached at 575-835-0161 or
Tisha and Derry Webb
[email protected]. Learn more about Webb Photography at www.derrywebb.com.
Your Chamber of Commerce Newsletter is produced with the assistance of the
City of Socorro Tourism Department’s Heritage and Visitor Center.
Officers
President
Edie Steinhoff
President-Elect
Lauren Finley
Past President
Kathy Spring
Treasurer
Kathy Spring
Board Members
Bo Beames
Deborah Dean
Lauren Finley
Theresa Kappel
Cindy Lam
Victoria Pino
Barbara Romero
Peter Romero
Dan Walsh
Staff
Executive Director
Deb Caldwell
Associate Director
Susann Mikkelson
Communications
Director
Jennifer Polle
Webmaster
Susan Wisdom
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Opportunity for businesses to learn about EMRTC
Socorro welcomes influx of guests for State AAU Basketball Tournament
The Socorro County Chamber of Commerce is planning an EMRTC Tour for May 21.
We are especially seeking community business owners and managers whose organizations
are impacted by EMRTC and for whom it would be beneficial to have a better understanding of what happens at the site.
We have a special reminder for our hospitality industry members: The City of Socorro Recreation Department
is hosting the State AAU Basketball Tournament in Socorro, May 16-18, played at various venues throughout
town. Members, please be prepared for extra visitors to our area during that time. You may want to think of
creative ways to make them feel welcome, such as specials, discounts, and more.
Space is limited to 20 participants, so please call Susann at the Chamber office to reserve
your space now: 575-835-0424.
Are you a basketball fan? The City of Socorro needs volunteer help at the State AAU Basketball Tournament, as
well. With long tournament hours (Fri. 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Sat. 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Sun. 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.)
and 5 different venues, MANY volunteers are needed to work 3 to 4 hour shifts at games, mostly working the
admissions desk. All volunteers will receive free admission to the tournament on the day they volunteer. If interested, please call the Chamber office at 575-835-0424.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Socorro’s Sedillo Park!
Bring your family down to Sedillo Park on
Saturday, May 3, from 12:00 p.m.. to 9:00
p.m. There will be a grass volleyball tournament, various food vendors, live music by
Suavecito, Remedy, and Toby Jaramillo,
children's activities, lots of friendly faces,
and more.
We hope to see you there! Socorro’s Cinco de Mayo festivities are sponsored by the
City of Socorro.
Free Websites for Business workshop in Socorro
Without a website, it’s almost as if your company doesn’t exist in today's technological
world. Learn the basics of designing a website using WordPress, which has evolved into a
full content management system and has been embraced by developers and designers all
over the world. Building your website on WordPress can be simple and quick, or it can
push the limits of your creativity through thousands of plugins, themes, and widgets available for use with the system.
On May 16, Kelly Fajardo will present a NM Small Business Development workshop on
Websites for Business. Kelly Fajardo, owner of KKF Media, has been building websites for
nearly 20 years. She now specializes in designing websites with content management systems for small businesses and individuals. Due to her knowledge of website development,
internet marketing, and search engine optimization, Kelly is frequently asked to speak to
small business and community groups.
Seating is limited for this free workshop. Please register soon by calling 575-835-0424 or by visiting the
NM SBDC at www.nmsbdc.org/loslunas/
showevent.html. The class will be held at the Alice
Ericksen Kase Meeting Room at Socorro Public Library.
Upcoming classes: Quickbooks Pro, July 30-31, 9:00
a.m.-4:00 p.m. both days (class is free but materials
will be $220), Social Media for Business (free), Sept.
19, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Small Business Ownership/
Taxes, date TBD. Seating is limited for all of these, so
sign up soon!
Wild Bunch Reunion Association Rodeo moves to Socorro
The Wild Bunch Reunion Association (WBRA) 3rd annual Rodeo will be held at the Socorro County Fairgrounds on May 10-11, 2014. Association President Martin Wellito, along with the WBRA board, decided to
move the event from Magdalena to Socorro this year in order to have more hotel rooms available and also to
draw participants and attendees from a broader area.
Make your way to the Socorro County Fairgrounds for a weekend of good food, excitement, and family fun! See
your favorite rodeo events as well as some fun ones that are new this year: duck cutting for children 7 years old
and under or the Saturday evening dance contest! Rodeo admission is $5, with kids 7 and under admitted for
free. Admission to the dance is also $5, with kids 7 and under entering for free. Since it will be Mother’s Day
weekend, the WBRA staff will have a surprise for all mothers who attend on Sunday. Please see the insert in this
newsletter for additional information on events.
The WBRA began in Magdalena when three former high school friends wanted a way to give back to their community and to Socorro County. They are a non-profit association dedicated to youth, the promotion of rodeo,
and the betterment of education. The WBRA provides scholarships to New Mexico students involved in Future
Farmers of America (FFA), rodeo, ranching, and agriculture. They accept fiscal donations as well as donations of
personal time and experience. WBRA has awarded $1500.00 in scholarships so far and is hoping to increase the
amount of funds it raises this year. To get involved, please email [email protected] or [email protected].
Membership renewal coming up soon
In 2 short months, it will be membership renewal time at the Socorro County Chamber of Commerce. Please
watch for your invoice, which will be arriving by July 1.
We are currently proud to support and promote hundreds of local businesses, artists, entrepreneurs, and individuals, with more members joining our team each month. We hope you will continue your membership with
the Chamber of Commerce and we welcome any suggestions as to how we might better serve you. If you have
any questions or would like more information, please call the Chamber office at 575-835-0424.
Free rabies vaccination clinic for pets
Sponsored by the City of Socorro, APAS, and the Ark of Socorro, the clinic will be May 10, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00
p.m. at the Plaza. There is a maximum of 3 pets per household and all pets MUST be on a leash or in a carrier no exceptions! While the rabies vaccinations will be free, The Ark of Socorro veterinarians will also be offering
other vaccines that day, for a fee.
Member Spotlight
Ember's Herb Shoppe, located at 705 C North California Street, is owned and operated by Ember Budd,
who has lived in Socorro since 1994. After learning about herbs, supplements, and natural products while working at The Herb Store in Albuquerque, as well as at an independent health food store, she attended the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine in 2003. Wanting to make a wider range of supplements and natural products
available to the residents of Socorro County, Budd opened Ember’s Herb Shoppe in August 2012. Services also
offered include consultations and support for personal health goals, massage, Reiki, Bio Mat Therapy, hypnotherapy, and Jin Shin Jyutsu. For additional information, please contact Ember by phone at 575-838-2720 or 575-4181272 or via email at [email protected].
Socorro Physical Therapy is located at 911 North California Street and provides physical therapy services
for various orthopedic, neurological, or musculoskeletal problems. Other services offered include athletic training, back schools, functional capacity evaluations, industrial therapy, job analysis, occupational therapy, orthopedic therapy, post-surgical rehabilitation, and work conditioning. Socorro Physical Therapy also offers a 24-hour
fitness center with a therapy pool. For additional information, please call 575-838-1000 or email [email protected].
Misty’s Helping Hands Massage is owned by Misty Romero and located at 705 C North California Street in
El Camino Square. Misty offers therapeutic massage therapy, Swedish massage, Trigger Point, Remedial Hot
Stones, Deep Tissue, Reiki, Bio Mat Therapy, Russian Cupping, Ace Cupping, and pregnancy massage. According
to Misty, “Massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.” Massage can, without a doubt,
help manage stress, and is useful for many other conditions, as well. For more information or to make an appointment with Misty, please call 575-418-8111.
Jennifer Polle Hypnosis CDs and MP3s is an online business owned by Clinical Hypnotherapist Jennifer
Polle, offering unique and effective hypnosis and meditation recordings. Addressing issues ranging from anxiety,
confidence, overeating, and past trauma to surgery and chemotherapy support, her recordings can be purchased
both on her website and on Amazon. Until May 15, Socorro County residents and their friends may take 30% off
of their entire order at www.jenniferpolle.com by using the coupon code ILOVESOCORRO at checkout. Follow
Jennifer Polle on Facebook for tips on stress reduction and self-acceptance, as well as information on giveaways,
sales, and more: www.facebook.com/jenniferpollehypnosis. Questions? Email [email protected].
Business Counseling for Military Veteran Entrepreneurs
Free lunch and business counseling will be offered for military veteran entrepreneurs and those who support
them, Thursday, May 15 at K-Bob’s Steakhouse, 1223 Frontage Road NW, Socorro. The lunch and program will
be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by individual counseling. Bonus: a veterans’ benefits counselor will also
be available to answer questions.
Please call the Chamber office to register for this event: 575-835-0424. Walk-ins will also be welcomed.
New Registered Businesses—April 2014
Aquatic Pool, Inc.
Yearout Mechanical, Inc.
DKD Electric
Southwest Glass & Glazing
Berkel & Company
Advanced Painting, LLC
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Rodriguez Plaster
Enriquez Family Shop
Post Tensioning Reinforcing Service
Christina Tenorio, LMT
AVA Kettle Corn
Accustripe, Inc.
All May
Socorro Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays & Saturdays, Historic Plaza
May 1, 8 & 15
Parenting Class
5:30-7 pm, Socorro Mental Health, Kathryn Fleming, (575) 835-2444
May 1 & 5
American Cancer Society Relay for Life meeting
5:30 pm, Aerojet Building, 604 Spring Street, Lorraine Archuleta (575)835-5460 or (575) 835-2637
May 2
Santa Fe Opera Apprentices on Tour
7:30 pm, Macey Center, NM Tech Performing Arts Series, (575) 835-5688
May 3
Karaoke with DJ Universal/Cinco de Mayo Dance
7-11 pm, DAV 200 N Fifth St. (575) 835-0843
May 4
Casino Night to Benefit Girls and Boys Scouts
5 pm-Midnight, DAV 200 N fifth St. (575) 835-0843
May 4
Cinco de Mayo Community Yard Sale
8 am-12 noon, Historic Plaza, Socorro Heritage & Visitors Center, (575) 835-8927
May 4
Cinco de Mayo Celebration, featuring
4-8 pm, Historic Plaza, Socorro Heritage & Visitors Center, (575) 835-8927
May 4
Hammel Museum OPEN to the Public
9 am-12 noon, 500 6th St. N., (575) 835-3183
May 4
Childbirth Education Class
8:30 am-5:00 pm, Socorro General Hospital Cafeteria, (575) 838-2268
**$10 due at the time of class. Please Call for reservations.
May 4
Recycle NEWSPAPERS & ALUMINUM Cans
8:30-11:30 am, Empty Lot South of Ace Hardware, (575) 835-8927
May 4
Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array Guided Tours
11 am, 1 pm, & 3pm, 50 Miles West on Hwy. 60 (575) 835-7243
**No Reservations Required
May 4
Guided Night Sky Stargazing
1hour after dusk, NM Tech Etscorn Observatory
** No reservations required
May 11
Socorro Fiber Arts Guild Monthly Meeting
10 am, Epiphany Episcopal Church, Sue, (575) 838-2983
May 11
New Mexico Tech Commencement
9-10:30 am, on the quad between Brown Hall and the Skeen Library (575) 835-5434
May 11-12
Wild Bunch Reunion Association Rodeo
10 am Saturday, 9 am Sunday Call in entries to (281) 635-1812 or (505) 385-7594
May 17
Socorro High School Graduation
7-8:30 pm, Socorro High School (575) 835-0700
May 18
Recycle MIXED PAPER & CARDBOARD
8:30-11:30 am, Socorro Plaza,
May 18
Free Arts Workshop Beginning Drawing 1
1-3 pm, Alamo Gallery 1008 N California (575) 835-2787
May 20
New Mexico Seniors Golf Tournament
New Mexico Tech Golf Course, (575) 835-5335
May 25
Hummingbird Photography with Jerry Goffe
8 am, Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center, (575) 835-1828
May 31
Registration deadline for the Socorro Open Golf Tournament
June 3-8, New Mexico Tech Golf Course, (575) 835-5335, www.socorroopen.com
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