The Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau serves our business members,

promotes our local assets and shapes the future of our community.

GOOD MORNING BUFFALO

TOMORROW April 18th 8:00 a.m.

Commercial Realty Solutions

3 Hwy 55 W

Come meet and greet fellow Buffalo business leaders and check out the newly remodeled CRS office space. Enjoy some treats and coffee and share what's happening in your business!

GOOD AFTERNOON BUFFALO

TOMORROW April 18th 4:30 p.m.

904 Commercial Drive

Why not say good morning AND good afternoon on the same day! Join other Chamber members for a little casual networking while enjoying a refreshing beverage of choice. Maybe, if we're lucky, it will be nice enough to sit outside!

ONLY 2 MORE FOURSOMES LEFT TO FILL!

CHECK OUT OUR DIAMOND LEVEL SPONSORS:

American Family/Chris Chapman

Bolton & Menk

Coborn's

DoJo Karate

Edward Jones (all offices)

Huikko's Entertainment Center

MidCountry Bank/Insurance

Morrie's Buffalo Ford

Next Level Seamless Gutters/Exteriors

North Star Pro Realty

Old National Bank

Optimal Function Physical Therapy & Wellness

SERPRO of Wright County

Shelter Construction

State Farm Insurance/Troy Crank

The Clinic for Medical Aesthetics

Whirltronics, Inc.

If you want to golf, we literally are down to having room for just 2 more foursomes so holler now!

We are also looking for raffle prizes - just small items under $20. Gift cards, golf balls....really anything is welcome!

IT TAKES A COMMUNITY TO MAKE THIS COMMUNITY EVENT HAPPEN!

We all enjoy some or all parts of our Buffalo Days celebration! Did you know it costs $9000 just to have the fireworks...that we PAY to have the quality marching bands in our parade...that porta pots and garbage alone add up to $5000? Yes - it's no small feat and we couldn't do it without you!

This week we thank our Gold and Silver Sponsors!

Thank you to our Gold Sponsors:

Bolton& Menk

Culver's

DoJo Karate

Edward Jones (all offices)

MidCountry Bank/Insurance

Next Level Seamless Gutters & Exteriors

Gold Sponsor • $1,000 or More

• ·  Parade Unit
• ·  Parade position choice after #15
• ·  Business listed in advertising
• ·  Signage in prominent downtown location
• ·  Business listing in parade program-Chamber members highlighted
• ·  Chamber social media

Thank you to our Silver Sponsors:

Big Bore BBQ

E&M Outdoor Services

Huikko's Entertainment Center

Kay Nails & Spa

Morrie's Buffalo Ford

Natural Roots Salon

American Family/Chris Chapman

Silver Sponsor • $500 - $999

• ·  Parade Unit
• ·  Business listed in advertising
• ·  Signage in prominent downtown location
• ·  Business listing in parade program-Chamber members highlighted

Bronze Sponsor • $250 - $499

• ·  Business listing in parade program-Chamber members highlighted

Honorary Sponsor • $50 - $249

• ·  Business listing in parade program-Chamber members highlighted

Parade Unit Only • $300

• ·  Parade Unit
• - Business listing in parade program-Chamber members 

Button Board Sponsor • $30

• ·  Pay $30 for board of 10 buttons
• ·  Sell all buttons – no cost to you
• ·  Free delivery and pick-up of board

AMBASSADORS ON THE MOVE

KJELLBERG'S CARPET ONE

1102 12th St NE

763-68-2423

www.KjellbergCarpet1.com

This second-generation family-owned business has been in Buffalo since 1967 and has another location in Elk River. The floor covering industry has changed over the years, and so has their locations and interior. They recently just did another remodel of their show floor, and it sure looks brights and clean designed by color.

Stop in and see one of their knowledgeable sales reps who will show you carpet, pad, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, ceramic, window treatments and more! They have a beautiful guarantee - where if 60 days after installation of your floor covering, you find it wasn't what you expected you can get one redo. They even help move some furniture and offer to do the installation in stages so you can still live functionally in your home space.

Did you know there are several kinds of carpet fabrics? Polyester - the softer feel with a shimmer, nylon - the king of carpet fibers for wearability and Triexa - the most stain resistant. There is also wool.

Kjellberg's will provide their service anywhere. They do a lot of work in the metro. They have 12 staff and about 12 subcontractors they use for installation that have worked for them for a long time. They do free estimates - measure and give a quote - no obligation to buy. They can also price match if true apples to apples.

I've had a long-time relationship with the store and family and they have always done well by me! In fact, the installer was just out to my home this week to answer a question I had. Great customer service!

One tip that they shared with the Ambassador group, is that for best results when cleaning your carpet, have a truck mounted steam cleaning service do it.

Below see Aaron Stonecipher, Ambassadors Tyler/ServPro, Jackie/Farmers, April/FCC, Andrew/Insurance Center of Buffalo, Kara (Kjellberg) Stonecipher, me and Tina/Anchor Realty. Front row is Josie, Ambassador Cheree/CRS, Theresa, and Ambassador Jen/American Family. Not pictured is Bret Kjellberg.

As you are out and about do you make a purpose to do business with only other Chamber members? Do you recognize and thank the businesses that are fellow members? When you walk in the door of a business- take note - do they have a Chamber member window cling?

Have been visiting the Buffalo Companion Animal Clinic with my dog Tilly who is having knee issues. They always take great care of the animals that come in and take the time to be sure pet owners have an understanding of their pet's needs.

You now get there by the service road, since the construction of the Starbuck's /Chipotle there.

SUE SAYS

KEEP BRINGING US PLASTIC!

We got our bench (thank you to Whirltronics for assembling it for us and creating the placard) and have it sitting outside the Chamber door. We are continuing to collect plastic for Wise Penny now as they would like a bench outside their store. You have to be a non-profit to be part of the program and collect 1000 pounds of plastic within in a year to be eligible for the free bench.

Our bench took just under 6 months to collect the 1000 pounds. It's heavy duty and maintenance free! The Chamber will continue to collect plastic and have benches made as long as Whirltronics will help us do the full collection process. Let me know if you are interested in learning more and keep bringing us your plastic shopping bags, bread bags, water softener salt bags, bubble wrap - why not enjoy the view from all over our community!

CULVER'S DOING A MAJOR RENOVATION!

Did you know our Culver's was the first one in Minnesota- built in 1995? Though it's had a redo a time or two before, they will be closed for a few weeks as they give their business a whole new look! Excited to see it transform!

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL DAY - WEDNESDAY APRIL 24th

Buffalo Floral wants to make sure you show your appreciation in some special way! They will create a fun colorful plant or beautiful floral arrangement for you. Just give them a call: 763-682-2010

LOTS GOING ON AT ZION CHURCH!

BCO SHARES A STORY...

As part of the concert, the orchestra will perform "Ellis Island: The Dream of America" by Peter Boyer. In this unique work, stories of 7 Ellis Island immigrants are interspersed throughout the orchestration, using the exact words of those who experienced them. These immigrants, all from different countries, traveled to the US from 1910-1940. During the narration and performance, historic images of Ellis Island and the immigrants will be projected onto a screen behind the orchestra. Go to www.bcomn.org for more information and tickets.

LAST CALL TO GET TICKETS!