General Chamber Meetings are held the 3rd Monday, monthly, at 5:30 pm and alternate between Quilcene and Brinnon. This month’s meeting is on November 16 at the Brinnon Community Center, 306144 US Highway 101, Brinnon.
Local, State, Tribal, and Federal Meetings
You can track all official local government meetings through the Jefferson County calendar here.
The Jefferson County Planning Commission has regularly scheduled meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday (~~Nov. 11 ~~due to Veteran’s Day, there is no meeting on Nov. 11 and a special meeting on Nov. 18, Nov. 25) of each month beginning at 5:30 PM. The meetings are currently held at the Jefferson County Transit Center at 63 Four Corners Road, Port Townsend, WA 98368.
The **Tourism Coordinating Council Meeting **is scheduled for the First Tuesday (Nov. 3) of the Month at 2:00 PM. Agenda and access information can be found here.
Anne St. George, South County’s dedicated Economic Development Council Representative, is offering support to start or grow your business!
Anne will be open for appointments at the Brinnon Community Center from 1 - 4 pm on Monday, Nov. 2 & Thursday, Nov. 19.
NEW** Virtual appointments are also available: 11 AM - 5 PM on Tuesday, Nov. 10.**
For more information or to make an appointment, email Anne at: anne@edcteamjefferson.org.
October Recap
Thank you to the community for showing up in numbers last night for the **Community Social **hosted by the South County Task Force and thank you to all the candidates for participating in the Chamber's Forum. A very BIG THANK YOU to all the local eateries and chefs for providing an outstanding buffet for everyone that showed up. Hama Hama Oysters, Black Shield Oysters, Pleasant Harbor Dock & Dine, Geoduck Restaurant & Lounge, Halfway House Restaurant, Gear Head Deli & Quilbilly’s Restaurant and Taproom & Ajax Cafe, We counted 75+ in the room and we are pretty sure no one left hungry!
Trunk or Treat at Worthington Park was a hit! NHCCC joined several organizations in handing out candy to South County Trunk-or-treaters.
**Sparkle Project 2.0: **
Let’s light up the Emerald Towns of Brinnon and Quilcene for the holidays!
We’re bringing our communities together to spread holiday cheer, brighten our towns, and make this season extra special!
Community Decorating Days — We Need YOU!
📍 Quilcene Community Center: December 4
📍 Brinnon Community Center: December 6
Come out, roll up your sleeves, and help us decorate our community centers for the holidays! We need volunteers to make the Sparkle Project 2.0 happen, and every helping hand makes a difference. Stay tuned for event times and more details.
Calling all local businesses! If you have a storefront in Brinnon or Quilcene, join the sparkle! Decorate your business for the holidays, or contact Emerald Towns Alliance to provide you with a projector to light up your storefront and help brighten our towns.
Let’s come together, celebrate our communities, and create a little holiday magic for residents and visitors alike.
Board Member Spotlight: Dan Ventura, NHCCC’s Board President
I’m Dan Ventura, president of the North Hood Canal Chamber of Commerce, a Brinnon resident, and a business owner. My business, Hawk Equipment Services, provides fixed gas detection services nationwide, while our family’s Cove RV Park & Country Store is rooted right here in Brinnon. Those businesses give me a perspective on both the challenges of growing a company and the importance of the small businesses that serve our rural communities every day.
Beyond the Chamber, I serve as a fire commissioner for Jefferson County Fire District 4 and participate on the Public Infrastructure Fund Board and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Across those roles, my focus is helping our communities thrive while preserving the rural character that makes this area special.
What I value most about the Chamber is its ability to bring people together and give local businesses a stronger voice. Brinnon, Quilcene, and Coyle each have their own identity and needs, and I want to help ensure those communities are represented in conversations about economic development, infrastructure, and our region’s future.
As Chamber president, I’m interested in practical ways we can support existing businesses, create opportunities for people to earn a living locally, and strengthen connections between business owners, residents, and local government. I want the Chamber to be a place where people can bring ideas and concerns, find support, and work together on things that make a real difference in South Jefferson County.
**New Board Member Update **
**Tonya GarskeHollenbeck **has joined our Board! Thank you to all members who voted.
Get to know Tonya: I am a proud Brinnon resident and small business owner. I would very much appreciate the opportunity to serve on the NHCCC Board and contribute to the continued success of our local business community.
I am passionate about supporting our chamber members through effective promotion, marketing, and supportive services, while also helping advance tourism and economic development throughout our local area. I believe a strong chamber benefits not only our businesses, but our entire community.
Port Townsend Glassworks
Located within the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, in the New Commercial Building, Port Townsend Glassworks produces high-quality, hand-blown glass art and functional items for daily use. From vases and bowls, to drinking cups, and seasonal items like pumpkins, ornaments, and garden art.
There is something for everyone, a great place to find a local hand-made gift for a loved one or treat yourself.
We also offer specialty services such as glass blowing experiences and classes that are fun for the whole family, no experience necessary. Coming to watch us work is always free, and a great time to learn about the art and craft of glassblowing. Collaborating with Ivy Glass, we have created a space right near North Beach and Fort Warden where people can come to learn about glass. Classes and glass experiences by appointment. Reach out today at ptglassworks.com.
**Welcome our new student interns! **
NHCCC is excited to welcome two new Student Board Member Representatives for the 2026–2027 school year! To support these students in their leadership journey, NHCCC, with the generous support of Emerald Towns Alliance and private donors, has secured scholarship funding for the successful completion of their internships.
To help grow the NHCCC Youth Scholarship Fund and expand opportunities for future student leaders, we are seeking additional donations from local businesses, organizations, agencies, and community members. Every contribution helps invest in our local youth, support their professional development, and empower the next generation of leaders in our community.
If you would like to donate $25 to the scholarship, click here**. **
If you would like to contribute more, please e-mail us (admin@nhccc.com) or you can send a check to:
**NHCCC **
Scholarship Fund
PO BOX 774
Quilcene, WA 98376