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8A THE DAILY ASTORIAN • WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2015 Cannon Beach candy store offers ‘Schwiet’ deal on franchises By MIKE WILLIAMS EO Media Group CANNON BEACH — A longtime city sweet spot took its business model nationwide in 2014 by offering franchis- es. Schwietert’s Cones & Can- G\KDV¿YHVROLGOHDGVWRRSHQ stores, owner Jeff Schwietert said. ³,W¶V D ELJ ¿QDQFLDO FRP- mitment,” he said. “It takes people awhile to get all that in order.” Being the new franchise kid on the block can be tough, he said. There are so many companies for prospective owners to choose from. “Once we get a few fran- chises off the ground we’ll be ready to run,” he said. “Those ¿UVW IHZ ZLOO EH WKH KDUGHVW for us.” It’s basically like starting a whole new business, he said. It has to have its own legal framework. Schwietert chose to get some help with taking the business, known as The Picnic Basket for 28 years, beyond the Oregon coast. He worked with Francorp of Chicago to get the fran- chising business structured. There’s a lot to know. Jeff Schwi- etert hopes to transplant the cones and candy business model beyond the North Coast by selling fran- chises. MIKE WILLIAMS EO Media Group Schwietert’s abides by federal franchising guide- lines. Some states, includ- ing Washington, Oregon and California, require sep- arate registration and ap- proval before franchises can be sold there. It takes a lit- tle more finesse to get legal in those states, Schwietert said. They’re ready to go in all but 20 states. “Eventually we’ll be legal in all states,” he said. The company is registered in Northwest states and Cali- fornia. “In franchising, you want to focus on concentric circles of growth,” Schwietert said. “Although we’re getting lots of interest from California. We think it will do really well there.” He’s excited about going into more urban areas that are less susceptible to the season- al swings the North Coast ex- periences. Re-imagining The Picnic Basket Schwietert brought in a de- signer to give the franchises a uniform, high-end look. The interiors will have cotton can- dy clouds and gumball pillars. There will be icicles around the ice cream cases. “It will be very bright and exciting,” he said. “(It will be) a place people will want to return to. More corporate than the cur- rent store, but still our own.” The Cannon Beach store will eventually get the same make- over. The stores will be 3,000- to 5,000-square-feet. The com- pany may offer smaller stores eventually, but the size is part of the attraction, Schwietert said. Think “Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium,” except with candy. 7KHULJKW¿W The company needs the right franchisee for the business to work, he said. “You have to make sure they have the money to do it,” he said. “It’s super important to know what you’re getting into for both sides, especially with candy. You’re looking for people who are fun, family oriented but still business minded. You’ve got to love kids and family.” Franchisees will spend six to eight weeks training at Cannon Beach before opening their own stores. Quality control Once a franchise is up and running, the company will keep WUDFNRIWKHÀHGJOLQJEXVLQHVV “We live in a great age in a way,” Schwietert said. “We’ll have cameras installed in the stores that I’ll can look at.” Once a franchise is oper- ational, the business will get quarterly visit from a corporate representative, plus they sub- mit regular reports on machine maintenance and cleaning. “We’ll have a lot of ability to make sure standards are main- tained,” he said. “You want to make sure the customer gets the same experience wherever they go. We’re not going into this half-heartedly.” For franchise information: Call Trevor Weber, director of franchising, 503-436-1470. Build one violin to play ... a life’s journey follows “Good wood is a violin maker’s gold,” he said, waving about a stick of $300 Bos- nian maple. “I have used local woods, Sitka MEDFORD (AP) — John Hill discov- spruce and big leaf maple in a cello — and ered long ago there was more than one way it came out very nice for the larger instru- to make music. ments. But for the smaller instruments, most After exploring other options, Hill found makers agree European wood can’t be beat.” his calling in making violins and other Any of the 30 to 40 elements in the in- stringed instruments 17 years ago. After VWUXPHQWPDNLQJSURFHVVFDQOHQGLWVLQÀX- taking a break of sorts during 2013, he has HQFHWRWKHLQVWUXPHQW¶V¿QDOVRXQG re-emerged in a newly built studio and shop “Each violin takes the same amount of off Kings Highway in southwest Medford. time, and the more you do, the better idea A single-syllable, Hill-fashioned vio- you have of what the sound is going to be lin or viola may not evoke the romance of OLNH´VDLG+LOOZKRVHERZVOLGHVSUR¿FLHQW- Stradivarius, but his creations are drawing ly over the strings. “I really don’t know (for rave reviews. A viola he fashioned won a sure) what the sound is going to be like until tone award at an international competition in I string it up and the interplay comes togeth- 2003, attesting to his artistry. er.” There are 220 parts in every violin, 200 The critical juncture is crafting the bridge, of which Hill fashions in his shop. He starts held taut by the strings against the body. ZLWK ¿YH EORFNV RI ZRRG RIWHQ $OSLQH ³,W¶V DOO GLI¿FXOW EXW WKDW DUHD LV UHDOO\ spruce or Bosnian maple from Europe. challenging,” Hill said. “It’s the transducer. How it’s carved, shaped and the choice of wood all come into play.” Hill has produced a violin or viola about every two months during the majority of his 17 years as a violin maker. His creations average $6,500, with a high end of $10,000. A cello sold at a San Francisco shop a few months ago went for considerably more. “When I began, I had no idea how deep this well was going to be,” Hill said. “I thought if I could make a really good violin, then I’d have a really good one to play. I had no idea I was getting into a lifetime study.” Hill’s journey to his present corresponds to the circuitous route he took in his pro- fession. In his early 20s, guitars were his passion, and he sought to become a luthier. +HJRWPDUULHGKRZHYHUDQGEHFDPHD¿UH- ¿JKWHU+H¶VDOVRDELWRIDQLQYHQWRU:KHQ he found that pillow slips on gurneys rou- tinely came off, he developed a demobilizer to keep things in place. By GREG STILES Medford Mail Tribune John Hill, who started making violins and other stringed instruments 17 years ago, works on an instrument in his newly built studio and shop off Kings Highway in southwest Medford. AP Photo/The Medford Mail Tribune, Bob Pennell CL ASSIF IE D M ARK ETPL A CE P lace classified ad s o n lin e at w w w .d ailyasto rian .co m o r call 503-325-3211 CL ASSIF IE D IN DEX ANNOUNCEMENTS 055 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care Centers 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lost & Found 040 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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John (503)470-9180 If You Live In Seaside or Cannon Beach DIAL 325-3211 FOR A WE DELIVER! Please leave a light on or install motion detector lights to make your carrierʼs job easier. Thanks! THE DAILY ASTORIAN Daily Astorian Classified Ad CLATSOP COUNTY Asst. Public Works Director Pay range: $69,707-$92,942/annual + Benefits including PERS Application materials and job description located at www.co.clatsop.or.us. Email applications to sfarmer@co.clatsop.or.us or mail paper applications to Clatsop County, 800 Exchange Street, Ste 410, Astoria, OR 97103 (503)325-1000, FAX (503)325-8325 not later than 5:00 pm, Friday, May 8, 2015. Open Until Filled. AA/EOE. Garage Sale Fri. & Sat., April 17-18, 9-4 Warrenton First Baptist NE 1st & Main Large variety of items Peace Lutheran Learning Center is looking for a part-time teachers aid position. Must pass a criminal background. Please apply in person at 591 12th St. Astoria, OR. Find it, Tell it, Sell it! Classified ads! 325-3211 Seaside 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment with in-unit laundry hookups. Section 8 Vouchers accepted. $200 first month $725.00 per month after. (503)325-2880 The Daily Astorian is seeking a Customer Service Rep / Relief Driver to work in our circulation department. You will help customers in person plus answer calls and emails in order to provide outstanding service to our readers. You will need to have the ability to communicate well, coordinate projects and use a computer for detailed data entry and reports. Accuracy and can-do attitude are very important. Accounting and sales skills are helpful in this position. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have experience in or be willing to learn to drive a delivery van or box truck. CDL is not required. Driving and criminal background checks will be completed pre-hire. Hours are generally 9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), insurance and a 401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement plan. Pick up an application at 949 Exchange St., Astoria, or send resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group, PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048, by fax to (503)371-2935 or e- mail hr@eomediagroup.com. Westport Community Church 49246 Hwy 30 Westport. Rummage sale, April 16th, 17th, and 18th. Open 9am-5pm. 35 L OST & F OUND Missing: Black and white chihuahua, 9 years old. Familyʼs heart is broken, please call if found. Answers to Mr. Peewee. Last seen in the Seaside area. He is a rescue dog and very timid. (503)738-9919 40 P ERSONALS Sincere retired white male 60ʼs of good health, wishes to meet sincere retired female. For life time commitment. Age and weight unimportant, must be serious for replies Write Mike with phone number PO Box 473 Centralia WA, 98531 DEADLIN ES The deadline for classified ads is 1:00 p.m. the day before your ad is scheduled to run All classified ads require pre-payment TO PLACE YOUR AD: Call The Daily Astorian classifed department at: 503-325-3211 ext. 231 or 800-781-3211 ext. 231 Web: www.dailyastorian.com Email: classifieds@dailyastorian.com THE DAILY ASTORIAN P.O. Box 210 • 949 Exchange Street Astoria, Oregon 97103 www.dailyastorian.com 70 H ELP W ANTED 70 H ELP W ANTED Accounts Payable part-time opening at Clatsop Care Center Health District. Seeking applicants with AA in Accounting or minimum 2 years bookkeeping experience. Position will assist with payroll and HR. Professional attitude and computer skills required. EOE. Applications available on website www.clatsopcare.org or at 646 16th St. Astoria. Bookkeeper-Full-time G/L Bookkeeper for an Accounting office. Knowledge of computers useful. Tax capability a strong plus. Send resume to PO Box 54, Seaside, OR 97138. Accounts Receivable/Medical Billing opening at Clatsop Care Center Health District. Applicants must have at least three years experience, including Medicaid, Medicare and Private Insurance billing. Applications on website www.clatsopcare.org or at 646 16th St. Astoria. EOE Clatsop In - Home Care Services Openings for part-time or full-time Companions - Caregivers. Benefits offered for full-time. Need caring, flexible people. Must pass background check & have valid driverʼs license. Will train right people. Apply at: 646 16th Street, Astoria. Adult Foster Home is looking for a full time and part time Caregiver. Must pass background check, experience required. Please call (503)791-6420 EVERYTHING is coming up results when you use a Classified Ad! Single senior lady looking for friendship! Outings, lunches, ext. No drinking, drugs or smoking. Lets enjoy Astoria together! (503)338-6212 45 P UBLIC N OTICES Occasionally other companies make telemarketing calls off classified ads. These companies are not affiliated with The Daily Astorian and customers are under no obligation to participate. If you would like to contact the attorney general or be put on the do not call list, here are the links to both of them Complaint form link: http://www.doj.state.or.us/ finfraud/ Bank of the Pacific is currently looking to fill a Full- time Teller position at our Seaside Branch. Candidates will process a variety of basic customer account transactions while providing prompt, courteous, and friendly service. Candidate must demonstrate excellent customer service skills with preference for cash handling experience. To apply please visit the Bank website career section: . www.bankofthepacific.com EOE/Drug free workplace CLATSOP COUNTY Asst. Public Works Director Pay range: $69,707-$92,942/annual + Benefits including PERS Application materials and job description located at www.co.clatsop.or.us. Email applications to sfarmer@co.clatsop.or.us or mail paper applications to Clatsop County, 800 Exchange Street, Ste 410, Astoria, OR 97103 (503)325-1000, FAX (503)325-8325 not later than 5:00 pm, Friday, May 8, 2015. Open Until Filled. AA/EOE. CLASSIFIED ADS work hard for you. Try one today! Concrete Worker Needed Experience preferred, or will trian the right canidate. Valid ODL, and pre-drug screening. Call (503)861-2285 or email to rpromconcrete@aol.com CREST has a job opening for a Habitat Restoration Specialist, Project Manager. For job description and application instructions please go to www.columbiaestuary.org