Rosie Van Thomme – Independent Consultant with the Pampered Chef

The Pampered Chef is dedicated to enhancing the quality of family life by providing quality kitchen products, supported by services and information for our customers.

Why not get your family and friends together for a fun night out? Learn how to make quick and easy meals for approximately $2 a serving. With the need to eat out less often, but still short on time, what could be better? You get the people there, I’ll do the rest!  This will be your easiest party ever.

Pampered Chef also has great fundraising opportunities, bridal showers, and wedding registries.

Need extra income? Explore the possibility of owning your own business for as little as $155.  I guarantee that you will earn your investment back when you hold and submit 4 shows within your first 30 days… What do you have to lose?

Contact me today for more information.
Rosie Van Thomme
507-210-6718

Faribault Chamber Business Directory Listing

Fit for Life Fitness Center at the Faribault Area Business Expo

Sheila Rolling of Fit for Life Fitness Center has an impromptu discussion about motivation and staying fit at the Faribault Area Business Expo with Amy Morgan from Amy’s Massage Therapy. Amy took Sheila up on her offer of a free trial membership at her club.

Whose Business is it anyway?

Where did you get that?

Whose business is it anyway?   It’s everyone’s business where you shop because supporting our local businesses is essential to a prosperous community.   When we buy locally, the dollars spent “roll over” a number of times in the community.  According to experts, retail dollars roll over approximately 3 ½ to 4 times in a community.  Retail profit margins are often very small, depending on the type of products sold.  Longer hours are often a challenge for retailers, with labor costs being significant.  The lure of on-line shopping is strong too, but except for local businesses that make on-line shopping an option; internet shopping contributes nothing to our local economy through salaries, taxes and local support. Today’s economic news provides another reason to shop at home. While the 24 hour news stations are telling everyone how tough times are, let’s do what we can to support the businesses in our own hometown. 

The spring and summer seasons are very important for the success of our retail community. We enjoy a robust and diverse economy in the Faribault area.  Whether your personal preference for a shopping experience is one of the quaint historic downtown shops, “big box” stores, a unique shop tucked away within our community or the mall and strip malls around town, Faribault is fortunate to have such amazing choices.  Each experience has its own special charm, and there truly is something for everyone here. 

Before you pick up the phone to place a catalog order or go on-line to make your next purchase or jump in your car to shop in another town…Ask yourself these questions.

Do the stores I patronize:

• Contribute to worthy local causes?
• Pay taxes to help fight crime and make improvements in my community?
• Let my club or organization put posters in their windows?
• Contribute to local youth groups for camp or sports or music programs? 
• Buy and ad in the high school yearbook?
• Greet me if I passed them on the street?
• Support the United Way or Local Food Shelf?
• Stand behind the products and services they sell?

The people who own and operate small businesses take a risk every day.  They open their doors, sweep off the welcome mat and prepare to greet their customers.   They shoulder a significant tax burden for the benefit of all of us. They employ people who then in turn engage in the commerce of the community too.  They offer benefits when they can and become a home away from home for employees every day. They build windows, produce cable, and process beans and turkeys. They provide our businesses with technology and staffing. They insure our homes and possessions and help us stay warm and safe.  They build buildings and make signs and sell TV’s, cars, and jewelry.  They take care of our health and our kids.  They keep us looking good and having fun.  They keep us fed and provide entertainment, along with places to meet and connect.  They build the community and make our quality of life very special.  The products and services they offer enrich and sustain our lives. 

Faribault businesses are poised and ready for your business.    In a special way I would like to thank the members of the Chamber of Commerce. These businesses contribute financially and with volunteer hours, to help make our community a great place to live and work.  

We must all support local businesses, shop Faribault first, and encourage family friends and co-workers to do the same.   Doing so increases the likelihood of financial success and longevity for our local businesses. That success benefits the whole community.

Faribo Insurance – First Class Service

You’ll be given first class service with the professionals at Faribo Insurance, where their full team of 14 agents will assist in planning for your specific insurance needs. Their beautifully remodeled office building is conveniently located on the corner of 7th St & Hwy 21 with ample ease of parking.

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Glam Central Salon

In this soothing and up-scale salon, you’ll be glamorized from head to beautiful toes! Give Sue, Melissa, Kathryn or Dede a call at Glam Central in downtown Faribault for tanning, manicures, pedicures, and a complete offering of hair services.

Humfeld Chiropractic – “Hip N’ Hop Day”

Morgan K followed the bunny trail  to Humfeld Chiropractic during Faribault’s Hip N’ Hop Day. Dr. Lisa is assisting the Easter bunny in passing out treats.

Easter Egg Hunt and Activities Around Town

Saturday April 11 is  filled  with Easter Fun!

• Shattuck-St. Mary’s School community Easter Egg Hunt begins at 10:30. After the hunt, guests are invited to the Shattuck gym where music groups will perform.
• Easter Egg Hunt at Central Park, sponsored by Nelson’s Market Place begins at 11 am. Hip N’ Hop maps for the downtown promotion will be available.
• Downtown merchants are holding “Hip N’ Hop Day” from Noon to 2 pm.   The Easter Bunny will be hopping around Central Avenue passing out treats and you are encouraged to complete your map by visiting participating shops. A one-pound chocolate bunny will go to one lucky participant.
• Faribo West Mall hosts the Easter Bunny from 11 to 1 pm with treats and registration for one lucky boy and girl to win a giant Easter basket.

The weather is going to be fantastic,  get out and hop along the Easter trails.   Shop Faribault, Support Local Business!

That Scrapbooking Place

These ladies GET IT! at That Scrapbooking Place – Amy Gedike, Liz Johnston, and Terry Miller working on their projects at a  “Clean & Simple Scrapbooking”  event.

Neirby Hardscaping and Lawn Irrigation

Neirby Hardscaping and Lawn Irrigation offers a wide range of services including:

• Hillcrest retaining walls
• Interlock paving stone patios, paths and sidewalks, window wells
• Grading and water management
• Hunter Lawn Irrigation Systems

We  service all types of residential and commercial underground irrigation systems

507-332-2274

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The Sweet Spot

Marie serves-up a made-fresh dairy delight to Maria at The Sweet Spot. Of course, the homemade fudge is the second course!

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