Business Connections
By Kim Miller
According to Kimberley Murphy, there are a thousand reasons to have a party, and she loves planning them all. Whether you're putting together a wedding, a girl's night out, a new business opening or a family reunion, Kimberley's new business, Extraordinary Events, can help with all the details. From protocol to timing, her expertise and connections make events run smoothly. "I like the variety it brings," she says of the business. Contact her at 604 414-4460 or extraordinaryevents@shaw.ca.
Janis Carter and Al Scott of Eagles Landing have opened the first room of a planned accommodations centre on the waterfront below the restaurant. The deluxe getaway room is available by the night or by the week. It's perfect for a romantic getaway for locals or visitors. For accommodations, call 604 487-0868. For the restaurant, which is celebrating its 5th Anniversary, call 604 487-1050.
Ryan Chesney's new cement company has moved to Courtenay, but Ryan and his new bride Kerry Stride and children love coming back to Powell River for work or play. Ryan cut his teeth on concrete in the crazy Calgary market, pouring concrete on more than 70 homes a year, but yearned for life back on the coast, so returned to Powell River. Liberty Concrete and Excavation does general excavation, and concrete flatwork, driveways, garages, patios, sidewalks and more in all types of finishes. Call Ryan at 604 413-2534 or 250 331-3789.
Scott and Lara Fraser operated a B&B in Roberts Creek, and another on Quadra Island, before moving to Shelter Point Road in Gillies Bay, Texada Island. The Frasers are now operating Laural Lane Cottage, a two-bedroom, self-contained, fully equipped unit perfect for visitors to the area. Check out www.emeraldcreekbc.com for photos. For more info or call 604 486-0458
Nevaeh is the name of Lani Carmichael's new business operating at the Malaspina Massage clinic on Duncan Street. Lani, who grew up in Powell River, specializes in nail care but also offers waxing, tinting, and soft massage. Call Lani at 604 485-2224.
Sharon Frost is excited to take over Marine Cutz Barber Shop. Sharon loves cutting men's hair and is proud to offer hairstyling in a traditional, chemical free environment. After 24 years of barbering in Burnaby, she says it's good to be home. Sharon is happy to welcome men, women, seniors and children to the shop to experience an excellent haircut. Walk-ins are always welcome. Marine Cutz Barber Shop is located at 4561 Marine Avenue and shop hours are Monday to Saturday 9 am to 5 pm.
Quality Foods has partnered with the local United Way to host an event during the Marine Avenue Business Association's Blackberry Week. The Blackberry Bonne Fête: A Celebration of Local Flavours and Local Impact will be held at Dwight Hall on Wednesday August 18th. Dubbed as a classy wine tasting, silent auction, art showing, with lots of great appies, chocolate and, of course, blackberries. Tickets are $35 and available at Rona, Beacon Wealth Management and the Rodmay Heritage Liquor Store. This event will also give recognition to the "Leaders of the Way." Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event!
Did you know that Powell River and the Lower Sunshine Coast are serviced by the Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island? All other areas of Mainland BC are serviced by the Mainland BBB office in Vancouver. Complaints can be registered at www.vi.bbb.org or 1-877-826-4222. BBB representative Douglas Janczyn says they prefer complaints being registered through the website as they must be in writing to be considered valid. The Powell River Chamber of Commerce plans to host the BBB at an upcoming luncheon where we will be creating awareness about how the BBB verifies complaints and attempts to resolve disputes between parties.
Do you have any changes within your business you want Powell River to know about? New managers, new owners or are you moving locations? Starting a new business? Call the Chamber office at 604 485-4051 and I will get your info into the next issue of Powell River Living.
