Hardesters Shopping Center's Spring Fling

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A Wonderful Spring Fling

Despite the heat and a lot of county-wide competition, the Hardesters Shopping Center's Spring Fling took place Saturday, May 16th, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. in Hidden Valley Lake. Ample parking was made available by nearby Coyote Valley Elementary School, with free shuttle service to the the shopping center provided by the Aero Shuttle.

Nevertheless, you are encouraged to read our press release on Pitchengine; listen to the Globespan TV interview; watch that amazing video and sign our Guest Book with an encouraging comment for what we accomplished.

And, what did we accomplish? We brought a community together...in a wonderful way...a cost-effective way that benefited both buyers and sellers. We used mutual collaboration and the giving of a mutual uplift to strengthen our community. Even Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger took note of what we attempted to accomplish and applauded our efforts. In fact, you are invited to download, print to photo paper and frame the wonderful PDF sent by Marty Keller, Small Business Advocate for the State of California, on behalf of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

For those of you around the world who helped this small community in Northern California in some fashion make history...via social media, I thank you.

Sincerely,
Lamar Morgan

Spring Fling in Hidden Valley Lake 

Globespan TV Interviews Linda Fergusson 

Spring Fling Captures Canadian Attention

Who would have expected a Canadian living in Toronto would be helping to spread news of a shopping center festival in Hidden Valley Lake, CA? But, that is exactly what is happening. And, he is not only doing it on Globespan TV, but transferring that enthusiasm online to Twitter, Ryze and Squidoo. He is even encouraging others to do likewise by showing them how to retweet. For those of you who know how to retweet, here is Towncrier's retweet message - "N. Ca. Bring family & join us on May 16th for Hidden Valley Spring Fling. Freebies galore. http://budurl.com/62t6."

To listen to the Globespan TV interview, click here.

Special Guest Gazebo 

Come Expecting To Learn Something Truely Beneficial To Your Life

The Special Guest Gazebo will have have special guests to educate you. Bring your laptop and you may learn some new tricks on Twitter and Squidoo. Sign up for Clusters: Small Business Group Netweaving. This is both a free Ryze network and a SIG (Special Interest Group). Clusters is designed to educate you in the ways of social media and small group collaboration. Would you like your small business to achieve its financial goals for a lower out-of-the-pocket expense? Think better together. Become a member of a cluster group. Just look for the gazebo with the colorful Join Clusters sign.

Here Is Spring Fling Poster #1 

HVL Spring Fling

Here Is Spring Fling Poster #2 

HVL Spring Fling Poster #2

Special Poster For Helping Save Lives 

Featured Attractions 

Get to know some of our featured attractions by visiting their websites BEFORE you come to the Spring Fling on Saturday, May 16th, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Aero Airport Shuttle and Charter Service, LLC
Come and spend a day with us sipping fine wines, enjoying a gourmet picnic amongst the vines, while taking in the rustic beauty of Lake County and the classic charm of Napa Valley's less traveled back roads.
Astro Events
Astro JumpĀ® and Astro EventsĀ® have been creating fun for over 20 years. We are dedicated to helping event planners and Moms and Dads turn ideas into "The Easiest Party You'll Ever Have!"
Blood Bank of the Redwoods
Blood Bank of the Redwoods is a full-service blood center that provides lifesaving blood products to hospitals in Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino counties twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.
Chic Le Chef
Chic Le Chef is a full service culinary stop. Whether you are wanting to attend culinary classes to improve your own cooking skills or in need of a customized catering event, we can help.
Crave Coffee House
We believe that if passion, hard work, and excellence go into an endeavor, the outcome will be quality, and the experience will be rewarding. That is the goal we set out with over three years ago, when Crave first opened its doors.That is how we approach each and every day. Our mission at Crave Coffee House is to provide you with an experience that makes your day better. We do that through the finest coffees, the freshest baked goods, a creative, inviting store, and the most genuine smile we can offer you!
Middletown Florist and Gifts
We are a locally-owned, full-service florist dedicated to providing the freshest and longest lasting flowers available. In addition to floral arrangements, we carry a large selection of unique gifts. Our floral stylists can offer you skilled guidance when choosing a gift, floral or otherwise, for somebody special.
My Park Lane
Founded in Chicago in 1955 by Arthur and Shirley LeVin, Jewels by Park Lane defines 'The American Dream'. As the world's leading direct sales jewelry party plan company, Park Lane proudly offers exceptional quality jewelry that is backed by an unconditional guarantee.
New York Life, Agent Linda Fergusson
My goal is to help my clients build, protect, preserve and maximize their assets. My desire is for my clients to confidently and comfortably use me as their premier financial resource. My commitment is to provide the highest quality insurance and financial products with the utmost in professional service.
Special Guest Gazebo
There may be some last-minute special guests. Possibly some Squidoo and Twitter experts with mobile devices to show you how to do things using your mobile devices regarding social media. Therefore, you are encouraged to bring your laptop or mobile device to the party to learn some new tricks. You will also learn how to "Wi-Fi Your World" with a digital photo frame and be shown some wonderful handmade custom jewelry.
St. Helena Hospital Clearlake
St. Helena Hospital Clearlake, part of the Adventist Health System, is a Critical Access Hospital serving the communities of Middletown, Hidden Valley, Cobb, Lower Lake, Kelseyville, Clearlake and Clearlake Oaks.
Ting's Thai Kitchen
Come and experience Ting's famous Wi-Fi Meal, Pa Nang Salmon. This dish features red curry with coconut milk, salmon, carrots, green beans, bell peppers, and Kafir lime leaves. The Pa Nang dish can also be prepared with chicken, duck, beef, pork, tofu and vegetables.

From Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger 

Best Wishes For The Hardesters Shopping Center Spring Fling

If you were among the folks on Twitter, Squidoo, Ryze and other social media around the world helping to spread news of this marvelous event, someone participating in the event or simply helping to make this festival possible in some other way, I want you to have a copy of this historic letter for your very own keepsake. It is available online as a PDF for easy download at Governor Schwarzenegger's Spring Fling 09 Letter. I suggest downloading it to card stock as that is more durable and still looks nice. Of course, if you want to be real fancy, download the PDF to glossy photo paper for an outstanding framing.

Canadian Broadcaster on HVL Spring Fling 

Chic Le Chef on HVL Spring Fling 

Blood Bank on HVL Spring Fling 

Why Attend This Festival? 

Tell Us What You Think

Here is your opportunity to tell us what you think. Not only can you choose to click the up and down arrows that reflect your interests, but you can add things which are not currently listed and improve the list. Plus, you can view the audience feedback. (Now, I have been informed that people who are not a member of Squidoo and want to respond to this plexo survey need to Squidoo. Please DO NOT let that stop you from responding or contributing. There is no cost involved in joining Squidoo. It's totally FREE! Plus, should you decide to a comment to the Guest Book, your picture will automatically be included. Yes, you can add both beauty and intelligence to this Squidoo lens. Go for it!

The wide variety of food

3 points

Seeing who's featured in the "special guest" gazebo

3 points

The FREE raffle prizes

2 points

The chef cooking demonstrations

2 points

Learning how to use Wi-Fi photo digital frames

2 points

The musical entertainment

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The horse rides for adults and kids

1 point

The Pet Palace activities for your pets

1 point

The martial arts demonstrations

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The Astro Jumpy House for the kids

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Are Your Ready For Some "Fun"? 

You Deserve It!

You may not expect something extraordinary to happen at a shopping center festival like the Hardesters Shopping Center's Spring Fling. But, sometimes the most extraordinary things happen where you least expect them.

It was just another business day in a train station in Europe. But then, something extraordinary happened. Watch the video.
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Help Hidden Valley Lake, CA Make History for Itself on Squidoo

The Hardesters Shopping Center in Hidden Valley Lake, CA has never had a Squidoo lens as a Top 10 Local site. But, recently that honor was achieved. Then, on May 3rd, one of our press releases made it onto Google News. Please help us achieve our goal of becoming the Number 1 Local Squidoo site in the world by May 16th, the date of our Spring Fling. We don't need to stay there. We simply need to arrive. Just sign our Guest Book with an uplifting comment and you will help make that "magic" happen.

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    Raymond Raymond Jun 4, 2009 @ 5:45 pm
    I think WiFi picture frames is a great way to get information out to the community, this is the future....Information Kios.
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    Bob Littell Bob Littell May 31, 2009 @ 2:55 pm
    As creator of the NetWeaving Concept and as Board Member and Co-Chair of the Pay It Forward Foundation, I congratulate all of you on what was a terrific event.

    The motto of "NetWeaving" is that "Good things happen to those people who MAKE things happen." and so I know you'll continue to benefit from the many good things you made happen as well as the 'ripple effects' which will continuing coming from your efforts.

    Bob Littell, Chief NetWeaver
    chiefnetweaver@gmail.com
    www.netweaver.com
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    Cheri Johnson :-) Cheri Johnson :-) May 16, 2009 @ 1:09 am
    This is a great opportunity to learn more about our local merchants, their services and more importantly a chance to meet other members of our community. Last years event was well attended and many mentioned the importance to continue this year - and it is happening. Hope to see many of you there!!!
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    Linda Fergusson Linda Fergusson May 16, 2009 @ 12:20 am
    Woo Hoo! It's gonna be a good time!
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    Marvin White Marvin White May 15, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
    Good Job! Make a difference! Small business is big business!!!
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    Dave Dave May 15, 2009 @ 4:38 pm
    Hey everyone! Have a great time!
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    Allen Markowski Allen Markowski May 15, 2009 @ 3:31 pm
    Community only comes together when we each say yes by action & that's when real magic happens. I believe it was Ghandi that said, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." It looks like your community really believes that. Wishing you a magical weekend.
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    Jason Jason May 14, 2009 @ 9:29 am
    Checking out this Squidoo tied to a pitchengine smr. Pretty cool!
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    Veronica Veronica May 13, 2009 @ 9:01 pm
    Well, if Funtopia is gonna be there, then I guess we HAVE to go! We're big fans at my house :)
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    Michael Michael May 13, 2009 @ 7:41 pm
    Who do I place my bet with for the Hamster races?
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