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Chamber e-Journal October 2008
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Increase Energy-Efficiency and Beautify Your Home or Office with AJ's Window Treatments 

Energy-efficient window treatments translate into year-round savings on heating and cooling costs. The more heat loss and heat gain our products prevent, the more money you will save in keeping rooms warm in winter and cool in summer. Improve the look and feel of your home or office with our industry-leading line of www.HunterDouglas.com window coverings. Contact Michael Johnson today for a free estimate at (352) 258-2809 or majcorp@gmail.com.  Ask about our rebates and discounts offered exclusively to Chamber members.

Gainesville Area Women's Network (GAWN) to Meet October 15, 2008

Gainesville Area Women's Network (GAWN) is all about networking, so our October meeting will be proof positive of our serious intent to broaden our business horizons. During lunch we'll talk with our table mates. After lunch, we'll stand up, move around the room, and enjoy the possibilities of many new professional contacts.

GAWN next meeting is on Wednesday October 15 from 11:30am - 1pm at the Sweetwater Branch Inn, 625 University Ave. Visit www.gawn.org or call 352-215-1621 for more information and to register for the event.

Fairfield Inn Announces Plans to Renovate and Upgrade Hotel

The Fairfield Inn announced plans today to renovate and upgrade the hotel, located off Tower Road at 6901 NW 4th Boulevard. Fairfield Inn is Marriott's award winning lodging chain featuring clean, convenient accommodations - all for a great value. The newly renovated Fairfield Inn will feature upgraded guest rooms using "Green Tea," Marriott's latest designer brand package. The hotel's interior and exterior will be painted and brightened. 

Additionally, eco-friendly materials and energy saving appliances will be heavily utilized during the property improvement. Recently enrolled in Florida's Green Lodging Program the Fairfield Inn promptly implemented a re-use and recycle program.

The hotel will remain open during the improvements and guests will still experience the service and hospitality they have come to expect from Fairfield Inn by Marriott. The renovations are expected to be completed by November 2008. For information or to make reservations, call the Fairfield Inn at 352-332-8292 or visit www.marriott.com/gnvfi

Taste of Tioga, October 18, 2008

You are invited to “A Taste of Tioga,” presented by Tioga Town Center, Dionysus Wine Bar and Hector Framing & Gallery. Join us for an evening to enjoy an excellent selection of wine, delicious food to enhance your tasting, live music and an exhibit of some of Gainesville’s finest art. Saturday, October 18th, 2008, from 7pm to 11pm. The cost is $30.00 per person or $50.00 per couple. Please call 352-331-4000 for more information. Tickets are also available at Dionysus Wine Bar, the offices of Tioga Town Center, Cucina Mia, Sims Music and Hector Framing & Gallery.

Promises of Paradise: Staging Mid-Century Miami to open at Harn Museum of Art on Oct. 11

Known for its brightly colored buildings and art deco architecture, Miami has been a leader in the international design community for decades. The Harn Museum of Art will celebrate Miami’s contributions to American modernism with the opening of this groundbreaking exhibition devoted to the architects, designers and urban planners of mid-20th-century Miami. Be the first to see the exhibition at our Members pARTy on Oct. 10 from 6 - 9 p.m. Those who attend the member pARTy will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wine and music. Join at the door the night of the event or contact Tracy Pfaff at 352.392.9826 x154 to become a member. 
 

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