The Dunsmuir Dogwood Daze spring celebration is shaping up nicely for May 26, 2012. The dogwood tree was designated as the official tree of Dunsmuir in 1985. The highlight of the event remains the popular Railroad Depot Society’s Pie Social at the Railroad Depot. Last year 159 pies were sold before 2pm. Other events include a Garden Club Plant Sale and Botanical Garden tour, a Doggie Parade in downtown Dunsmuir, and the Growers Market and Garden Club plant sale on Sacramento Avenue. The Chamber will sponsor a new event, a Soapbox Derby with an adult category and a children’s category. A city wide yard sale will be held and local merchants and restaurants will participate with Memorial Day week-end sales and specials.

The Dunsmuir Library will hold a story-time from 10-1pm and also offer seed planting, drawing and coloring for kids. Newly opened used bookstore, Avenue Books, will sell book bags and books as well as hold a raffle. All proceeds will go to the Dunsmuir Library.

A continuing and enlarged event will feature art by local artists in storefronts.  A project of the Dunsmuir Chamber Revitalization Committee, the goal was to highlight local art and local storefronts available for new business.

“The art is beautiful, varied and interesting, whimsical and available for purchase, “says committee member Barbara Cross. “It makes for very enjoyable strolling downtown on Dunsmuir and Sacramento Avenues, as well as Pine St,” she added. “Six storefronts have been rented that held our first artists last year. We hope some entrepreneur will notice the perfect spot for his or her new business this year also.

Local artists Fred Gordon, Belinda Hansen, Jayne Bruck Fryer and Candace Miller will have their studios open for tours. The Boxcar Gallery will host a reception featuring work of local Dunsmuir residents.  Much of the work highlights Dunsmuir scenes.

The Dunsmuir Community Resource Center will feature tri-tip sandwiches and music, with outdoor tables and game booths and prizes for children.

This event grew out of a desire by Cindy Foreman, former owner of the Brown Trout, to honor her parents and her husband’s parents. In 2009 she planted four dogwood trees in their memory on Sacramento Avenue, and the idea blossomed. More than 52 dogwood trees have been planted on Sacramento Avenue, Dunsmuir Avenue, the Children’s Park, and Hedge Creek Falls Park in memory of loved ones. Many of them should be in vivid bloom with colors ranging from white to pink to salmon to dark rose. The permanent rosters listing the trees and honored persons were installed last year. One roster is located on Sacramento Avenue and the other at Hedge Creek Falls Park. “It will be a beautiful week-end where everyone can see his or her tree and be reminded of loved ones,” said Cindy.

Popular north state musician Gerry Smida will stroll through town playing a variety of instruments including accordion and fiddle. Other local musical groups are being solicited to play. Any interested group or person should contact Patty Hill at 235-9912.

A map including events, dogwood trees, merchant offerings, art and food locations will be available at the Dunsmuir Chamber office and at event locations. Yard sales may be listed for only $10 at the Chamber office or by calling 235-2177. All events will be held Saturday, May 26, 2012. Yard sales and merchant offerings will last the entire week-end.

For information and to list your yard sale location, call Missey at the Chamber Office at 235-2177. This event is being put on by the Chamber Dogwood Daze Committee. Committee members include Linda Price, Cindy Foreman, Patty Hill, Kathy Wallace, and Barbara Cross. Dogwood Daze is sponsored by the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce.

Dogwood Daze Poster

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The Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce is promoting the annual Fish Plaque display.  This community project is fun; helps beautify and promote Dunsmuir “Trout Awareness”, and helps raise funds for future Chamber events.

Entries:  Trout plaques must be on plywood templates provided by the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce available at the Chamber office (235-2177) or by calling Mike R. (925-2374).  Blank Trout Plaques are $25 each.  Local citizens and businesses are encouraged to enter their fish.  All entrants must comply with these rules.  All submission may be vetted by a committee consisting of representatives from the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce, the City of Dunsmuir, and/or the Community.

Artwork Specifications:  Only non-toxic materials or mediums may be used; the plaque must be waterproof coated on all sides.  No words that may be considered rhetoric or word ads may be used on Trout plaques displayed on public property.

Trout Displays:  Plaques will be hung with the wires provided with the plaques in the proscribed manner. Trout plaques will be hung in the order they are received.  Trout plaques will be displayed in Dunsmuir on lamp-posts, public property and private property; all with civic or the land owner’s permission.  Schools will receive small Trout plaques to display and plaques will be displayed on the public pool fence.  The Chamber’s Trout Plaque Committee or the City will place and/or move Trout plagues as deemed necessary.  Neither the Chamber of Commerce nor, the City of Dunsmuir, is responsible for any theft or vandalism to any Trout plaque art displayed.

Deadline:  All entries are due by June 1^st, 2012.  Trout entries may be hung as soon as April 27^th, 2012.  Display locations are based on a 1^st come 1^st served basis.

Awards:  Best Trout prize winners will be announced September 22^nd, 2012 at the Dunsmuir Grower’s Market.  Prizes are based on donations.  All Trout Plaques are the property of its entrant artist/sponsor, and will be returned locally after September 22^nd.

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Dunsmuir Soapbox Derby

Saturday, May 26th

The Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce presents the first Dunsmuir Soapbox Derby in conjunction with Dogwood Daze on Memorial Day weekend, May 26, 2012 beginning at 12pm in Dunsmuir, CA.  This unique non-motorized event challenges amateur racers to design and build gravity powered soapbox cars to compete against the clock in a downhill race. 

 Rules & Regulations: Your soapbox car has to move with gravity powered force (no engines or motors), it has to have basic steering capabilities, and it has to have the ability to stop.

Categories Include:  Cash prizes for 1^st place winners in the Youth and Adult Categories, Trophies for  Creativity and Best Construction/Design for the Youth and Adult Categories.

Entry Fee:  Child (7-15 year old) $10, Adult (16 or older) $25.

For complete rules & regulations, entry form, and further information contact the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce: 5915 Dunsmuir Avenue in Dunsmuir, (530)235-2177, director@dunsmuir.com.

 Build It, Bring It, Race It!

5 Basic Requirements:

1.  Has to Move! 

• Your derby car has to be gravity powered (no engines or motors).  Other than being a safe solid structure there are no limitations on size, weight, materials or designs.  Average cars are 4ft to 6ft long and 2ft to 3ft wide and are generally made of wood.  When using wood it is suggested that you use screws rather than nails and be sure to use plenty of wood glue.

2.  Has to Turn! 

• Pivot steering is the most basic and common steering system (front axle is a solid piece that rotates about a single pivot in the center).  The system is the most simple to construct and is adequate since the course turning radius is limited.
• Four bar linkage is like a steering mechanism that you might find in an automobile, it is more complex and difficult to construct (not recommended).  The derby course will have a slight curve.  There is no need for sharp turn capability; do not design your car to turn on a dime, it is not safe and may cause your car to flip.

3.  Has to Stop!

• A basic and effective braking method is the skid pad (you set up a pad or brake shoe that rubs against the wheels to stop the car); this is the most preferred method for cars made from scratch due to effectiveness and simplicity.
• A caliper brake is like bicycle brakes (construction needs to be concise for the brakes to be effective).

4.  Use Safety!

• All riders regardless of age must wear a helmet.  Do not alter helmets in any way that may change their effectiveness.  Elbow and knee pads are strongly encouraged.
• Nothing can obstruct the riders view.

5.  Have Permission!

Your entry fee and Entry Form must be submitted to the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce by May 1st to participate.  Drivers 17 years and younger must have the Entry Form signed by their parent or legal guardian. Child Entry Fee (7-15):  $10, Adult Entry Fee (16+):  $25

Categories include: 

Cash prizes for 1st place winner for ages 7-12year olds and ages 13 and up

Trophies for overall Creativity and Best Construction/Design

Soap Box Derby Tips:

Check local recycling centers  and dismantling centers for wheels and parts.

• Inquire with a professional for ideas such as a mechanic or handyman.
• Begin building early  and worry about decorating later.
• Check your brakes and steering to ensure they are secure, safe, and working.
• Attend the Soapbox Trial Run at the practice course in early May (date and location to be determined).
• Search the internet for videos on construction and design ideas.  There are various designs to chose from.
• Contact the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce for more information or ideas.  We are here to help!

 

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