| Feb 3 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Elks 189 Bingo |
| Date: |
February 3, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Doors open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm
Every Monday-Wednesday-Friday |
| Fees/Admission: |
You Must purchase a Buy in Pack to Play any Bingo game
Buy in $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10 |
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| Feb 4 Ribbon Cutting for Duck's Indoor Sports Mania |
Come and join us in celebrating Duck's Indoor Sports Mania at their ribbon cutting! The Chamber offers free ribbon cutting and ground breaking ceremonies for our members.
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| Date: |
February 4, 2020 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Location: |
Duck's Indoor Sports Mania
541 Davis Loop
Oxford, Alabama 36203
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| Contact: |
ashleej@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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| Fees/Admission: |
This event is free to the public. |
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| Feb 5 Ambassador Interest Meeting |
Anyone interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador in 2020, come meet the current Ambassadors and talk about the benefits of participating in this program. For more information on becoming an Ambassador, Contact the Chamber at 256-237-3536.
Ambassadors' Mission:
To promote Chamber Membership and Services while fostering member relationships with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity.
What is an Ambassador?
The Ambassador program consists of enthusiastic volunteers from the Chamber membership who donate their time to help build member commitment and raise community awareness of Chamber activities and benefits.
What are the benefits of being an Ambassador?
Ambassadors grow personally and professionally by building business relationships within the community. The Ambassador program provides opportunities for you to connect with local business leaders and build lasting relationships. A high level of prestige and credibility is extended to yourself and your business through your involvement with this well respected goodwill group. |
| Date: |
February 5, 2020 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: |
Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center
1330 Quintard Avenue
Anniston, Alabama 36201 |
| Contact: |
kimb@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Fees/Admission: |
This event is free to the public. |
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| Feb 6 Business & Biscuits |
Business & Biscuits is the Chamber's monthly morning networking event, held on the first Thursday of each month.
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| Date: |
February 6, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.legacyjacksonville.net |
| Location: |
Legacy Village
1116 James Hopkins SW
Jacksonville, AL 36265
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| Contact: |
kimb@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 6, 2020
7:30am - 8:30am |
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| Feb 6 Anniston High Career Fair |
| Exposing Local Career Opportunities to Anniston High School Students. Contact Tommy Wood for more information. |
| Date: |
February 6, 2020 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 10:45 AM |
| Location: |
Anniston High School |
| Contact: |
Tommy Wood
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| EMail: |
careercoachwood@gmail.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
None |
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| Feb 7 Senior Lunch |
| Senior Spaghetti Lunch |
| Date: |
February 7, 2020 |
| Time: |
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Lincoln Senior Building 140 Jones St Lincoln, AL 35096 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-225-4443 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 7th |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 7 Ribbon Cutting for Alexander's at Noble Shops |
Come and join us in celebrating Alexander's at Noble Shops ribbon cutting! The Chamber offers free ribbon cutting and ground breaking ceremonies for our members.
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| Date: |
February 7, 2020 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location: |
Alexander's at Noble Shops
1118 Noble Street
Anniston, Alabama 36201
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| Contact: |
kimb@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, February 7, 2020
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Fees/Admission: |
This event is free to the public. |
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| Feb 7 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Date: |
February 7, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday - Wednesday-Friday
Every Week
Doors Open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Buy In $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10
You must purchase a Buy in Pack to play any Bingo Game |
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| Feb 8 MARDI GRAS BALL |
This year's MARDI GRAS BALL is just around the corner and we hope you are making plans to join us!
This Adult-Only community event is the primary fundraiser for the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School PTO and your support is greatly appreciated!
This year's theme "Hindsight is 20/20" We hope you will come in either Formal or Themed attire (historical figure or your favorite decade). |
| Date: |
February 8, 2020 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://shcards.org/mardi-gras-ball |
| Location: |
Longleaf Botanical Gardens
920 Museum Drive
Anniston, AL 36206 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
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| Fees/Admission: |
Tickets are only $75 and include a buffet dinner, open bar and entertainment!
You can purchase your tickets today at the following locations:
*Noble Bank - Anniston Branch
*Sacred Heart School
*Sacred Heart Church (after all Masses)
*Through our website at https://shcards.org/mardi-gras-ball
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| Feb 10 Senior Bingo |
| Learn how we simplify health Care Get your questions answered face to face Find out if you're missing important health benefits. |
| Date: |
February 10, 2020 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Location: |
Weaver Senior Center 500 Anniston St Weaver, AL 369277 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-225-4443 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday, February 10th 10:00 am- 11:00 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 10 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Elks 189 Bingo |
| Date: |
February 10, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Doors open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm
Every Monday-Wednesday-Friday |
| Fees/Admission: |
You Must purchase a Buy in Pack to Play any Bingo game
Buy in $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10 |
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| Feb 11 Veterans Resource Fair |
| Veterans Resource Fair |
| Date: |
February 11, 2020 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Location: |
Oxford Public Library 110 East 6th St Oxford, AL 36203 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-225-4443 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday February 11th 10:00 am- 2:00 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 12 Ready Business Workshop Series |
This is a five part workshop series where businesses can learn preparedness and response to a multitude of emergencies, such as an active shooter, losing your entire data base, medical assistance, and natural disasters. Attendance is mandatory at all meetings to receive CEU's/contact hours.
Click Here for CEU Form (fill out bottom half only) |
| Date: |
February 12, 2020 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Location: |
Calhoun County Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
1330 Quintard Avenue
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
Angie McVeigh
(256) 237-3536 |
| EMail: |
angiem@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. each day
February 12, 2020
March 18, 2020
April 8, 2020
April 29, 2020
May 13, 2020
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| Fees/Admission: |
$50 per person, which includes a certificate of completion, continuing education unit(s) or contact hours, and printed materials. |
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| Feb 12 Lunch & Leads |
Lunch & Leads is the Chamber's monthly afternoon networking event, held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Sponsored by AVIV Wellnessceuticals at Totally Pamper Me. |
| Date: |
February 12, 2020 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.avivinternational.com |
| Location: |
Western Sizzlin Steak House
200 Hamric Drive W
Oxford, AL 36203
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| EMail: |
kimb@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wed, February 12, 2020
12:00pm-1:00pm |
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| Feb 13 4-H Livestock Judging Club |
Youth ages 9 - 18
We will be learning about various livestock information including:
Livestock Terminology
Animal Care & Welfare
Biosecurity
How to write & present oral reasons |
| Date: |
February 13, 2020 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Cane Creek Community Gardens - 4-H Sustainability Room
77 Justice Ave Anniston, AL 36205 |
| Contact: |
For more information contact Heather Mulvehill 256-530-9290 |
| Date/Time Details: |
2nd Thursday of each month @ 5 PM starting September 14, 2017 |
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| Feb 14 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Date: |
February 14, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday - Wednesday-Friday
Every Week
Doors Open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Buy In $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10
You must purchase a Buy in Pack to play any Bingo Game |
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| Feb 15 - May 15 LCC Alumni Dues |
| Each year, graduates of the Leadership Calhoun County program give back by paying dues to fund Youth Leadership Calhoun County. These dues pay for 32 students from Calhoun County to receive the same benefits, friendships, and knowledge they themselves received through the Chamber's superb leadership programming. Their dues also support future leaders by funding two $2,000 scholarships to graduates of the YLCC program who will be attending an in-state accredited college or university. |
| Date: |
February 15, 2020 |
| Contact: |
Krychelle Smith |
| EMail: |
krychelles@calhounchamber.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
$50/year |
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| Feb 17 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Elks 189 Bingo |
| Date: |
February 17, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Doors open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm
Every Monday-Wednesday-Friday |
| Fees/Admission: |
You Must purchase a Buy in Pack to Play any Bingo game
Buy in $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10 |
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| Feb 18 Senior Bingo |
| Learn how we simplify health Care Get your questions answered face to face Find out if you're missing important health benefits |
| Date: |
February 18, 2020 |
| Time: |
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Location: |
Jacksonville Senior Center 501 Alexandra Road SW Jacksonville, AL 36265 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-225-4443 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 18th 9:30 am -10:30 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 18 Business After Hours |
What is a Business After Hours?
A Business After Hours is a social/networking event which is held the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Our Business After Hours give you the chance to visit a Chamber member business and network with other business leaders. You will have the opportunity to introduce yourself to other members, exchange business cards, make new business contacts, win door prizes, and enjoy refreshments.
Do I have to stay the whole time?
No, you can come and go as you please. This open house event offers networking opportunities to everyone no matter their schedule. Come at 5:30 p.m. and plan to stay for an hour or come at 6:00 p.m. and stay just a few minutes. We understand that everyone has families and commitments to attend to, but, just a few minutes at a Business After Hours may mean a new business contact for you. |
| Date: |
February 18, 2020 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.shopabbey.com |
| Location: |
Ted's Abbey Carpet & Floor
1008 U.S. Highway 431 N
Anniston, AL 36206 |
| EMail: |
tedg@abbeycarpet.us |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020
5:30pm- 7:00pm |
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| Feb 19 Senior Bingo |
| Learn how we simplify health Care Get your questions answered face to face Find out if you're missing important health benefits |
| Date: |
February 19, 2020 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: |
Hobson City Senior Center |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 19th 9:00 am- 10:00 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 19 Leadership Calhoun County Alumni Spring Luncheon |
| Drew Ann Long is an entrepreneur, innovator, & author. She is the creator of Caroline's Carts, a shopping cart for children and adults with special needs. She has been featured on TEDx, The Today Show, Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post, and most major news outlets. |
| Date: |
February 19, 2020 |
| Time: |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.drewannlong.com |
| Location: |
Oxford Civic Center
401 McCullars Lane
Oxford, AL 36203 |
| Contact: |
Krychelle Smith |
| EMail: |
krychelles@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
12:00-1:00 p.m |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15/LCC Alumni
$20/Chamber Member
$25/General Public
Fee includes a boxed lunch. |
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| Feb 20 Senior Bingo |
| Learn how we simplify health Care Get your questions answered face to face Find out if you're missing important health benefits |
| Date: |
February 20, 2020 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Location: |
Anniston Senior & Therapeutic Center 980 Littlebrandt Dr Anniston, AL 36205 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-225-4443 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 20th 10:00 am- 11:00 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 20 2020 Census Night at JSU Basketball vs. SE Missouri State |
Please join your Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center and 2020 Census Calhoun County Complete Count Committee on Thursday, February 20th at 7:30 p.m. for Census Night at the Pete Mathews Coliseum. The Jacksonville State Gamecock men will be taking on the Southeast State Missouri Redhawks. Join us in cheering about the Census and the Gamecocks and receive a free t-shirt or giveaway!
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| Date: |
February 20, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: |
JSU Pete Mathews Coliseum
775 Park Ave NW
Jacksonville, Alabama 36265 |
| Contact: |
Angie McVeigh, Public Affairs Coordinator |
| EMail: |
angiem@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, February 20th, 2020
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Fees/Admission: |
Chamber Members who attend will be able to purchase tickets to the game for $5 via a promo code provided by the Chamber in your email. Children 18 & under are free.
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| Feb 21 18th Economic Forum |
Friday, February 21, 7:30 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.
Continental Breakfast begins 7:30 A.M.
Hosted by JSU's School of Business & Industry & the Center for Economic Development
at the CMP Anniston, 1470 Sentinel Drive, Anniston, AL 36207
Each year's presentation includes the results of a recent economic-outlook-prediction chamber membership survey, for the upcoming year.
$15 for members; $25 for non-members
Call 256-237-3536 to RSVP or click the Register Now button.
Please take a few moments to share your expectations for the coming year. The results of the survey will be presented at this year's Calhoun County Economic Forum on Friday, February 21st. Your individual responses will be completely anonymous and greatly appreciated.
Click this link to take the survey: https://jsuccba.survey.fm/calhoun-county-area-chamber-visitors-center-economic-forecast-2020
For this year's and previous years' reports, visit jsu.edu. |
| Date: |
February 21, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
CMP Anniston
1470 Sentinel Drive
Anniston, AL 36207 |
| EMail: |
lindah@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, February 21, 2020
8:00 A.M.-9:30 A.M.
Continental Breakfast
begins 7:30 A.M. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$15 for members; $25 for non-members
Click the Register Now button
or Call 256-237-3536 to RSVP. |
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| Feb 21 Ribbon Cutting for Sarrell Dental |
Come and join us in celebrating Sarrell Dental's new location at their ribbon cutting! The Chamber offers free ribbon cutting and ground breaking ceremonies for our members.
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| Date: |
February 21, 2020 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: |
Sarrell Dental & Eye Centers
702 South Quintard Avenue
Anniston, Alabama 36201
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| Contact: |
Kim Boyd |
| EMail: |
kimb@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, February 21, 2020
3 PM - 5 PM
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| Fees/Admission: |
This event is free to the public. |
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| Feb 21 - Feb 22 Impact Leadership Summit |
February 21-22, 2020
Key Note Speaker: Event Location:
Jacky Connell with JC Impact Anniston Museum of Natural History
Cost: $120 per attendee 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206
Time: Friday 5:00 pm 8:00 pm; Saturday 8:45 am 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://jcimpact.org/events/impact-leadership-summit-anniston/
Session Topics:
Integrity Mirroring Promptness Attitude Compensation Transformation
Community Leader Panel
Key Note Speaker: Event Location:
Jacky Connell with JC Impact Anniston Museum of Natural History
Cost: $120 per attendee 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206
Time: Friday 5:00 pm ? 8:00 pm; Saturday 8:45 am ? 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://jcimpact.org/events/impact-leadership-summit-anniston/
Session Topics:
Integrity ? Mirroring ? Promptness ? Attitude ? Compensation ? Transformation
Community Leader Panel February 21-22, 2020
Key Note Speaker: Event Location:
Jacky Connell with JC Impact Anniston Museum of Natural History
Cost: $120 per attendee 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206
Time: Friday 5:00 pm ? 8:00 pm; Saturday 8:45 am ? 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://jcimpact.org/events/impact-leadership-summit-anniston/
Session Topics:
Integrity Mirroring Promptness Attitude Compensation Transformation
Community Leader Panel
Community Leader Panel February 21-22, 2020
Key Note Speaker: Event Location:
Jacky Connell with JC Impact Anniston Museum of Natural History
Cost: $120 per attendee 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206
Time: Friday 5:00 pm ? 8:00 pm; Saturday 8:45 am ? 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://jcimpact.org/events/impact-leadership-summit-anniston/
Session Topics:
Integrity Mirroring Promptness Attitude Compensation Transformation
Community Leader Panel February 21-22, 2020
Key Note Speaker: Event Location:
Jacky Connell with JC Impact Anniston Museum of Natural History
Cost: $120 per attendee 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206
Time: Friday 5:00 pm ? 8:00 pm; Saturday 8:45 am ? 4:00pm
Registration Link: https://jcimpact.org/events/impact-leadership-summit-anniston/
Session Topics:
Integrity Mirroring Promptness Attitude Compensation Transformation
Community Leader Panel |
| Date: |
February 21, 2020 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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| Feb 21 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Date: |
February 21, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday - Wednesday-Friday
Every Week
Doors Open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Buy In $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10
You must purchase a Buy in Pack to play any Bingo Game |
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| Feb 24 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Elks 189 Bingo |
| Date: |
February 24, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Doors open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm
Every Monday-Wednesday-Friday |
| Fees/Admission: |
You Must purchase a Buy in Pack to Play any Bingo game
Buy in $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10 |
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| Feb 25 Carmin Industries Insight Tour |
The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center will be leading another industry insight tour on Tuesday, February 25th at 8:00 a.m. This month, CARMIN INDUSTRIES in Jacksonville has graciously agreed to allow Chamber members to visit their facility located at 1350 Francis St. West, Jacksonville, AL. Come join us and see the exciting work that woman owned business, Carmin Industries , has going on! R.S.V.P. today, space is limited.
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| Date: |
February 25, 2020 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Carmin Industries
1350 Francis St. West
Jacksonville, AL |
| Contact: |
Angie McVeigh |
| EMail: |
angiem@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, February 25th, 2020
8 AM - 9 AM |
| Fees/Admission: |
This event is free to the public, however you must RSVP by February 24th as space is limited. |
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| Feb 26 Senior Bingo |
| Learn how we simplify health Care Get your questions answered face to face Find out if you're missing important health benefits |
| Date: |
February 26, 2020 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Location: |
Ohatchee Senior Center 7805 Hwy 77 Ohatchee, AL 36271 |
| Contact: |
Maya Walker
256-239-8922 |
| EMail: |
maya@insurance4me.net |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, February 26th 10:00 am-11:00 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Feb 28 ELKS 189 BINGO |
| ELKS 189 BINGO |
| Date: |
February 28, 2020 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
1019 South Noble St.
Anniston, AL 36201 |
| Contact: |
256-236-9687 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Monday - Wednesday-Friday
Every Week
Doors Open 5pm
Warm-up games 6:30pm
Regular Program 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Buy In $20 (includes Hot Ball)
1st add-on $15
Additional add-on's $10
You must purchase a Buy in Pack to play any Bingo Game |
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| Feb 29 Leap of Kindness Day 2020 |
What is Leap Of Kindness Day?
Leap of Kindness Day was invented in 2016 by the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce. The idea has spread within the Chamber community and there are more than 50 Chambers of Commerce in 30 states that have organized their own Leap of Kindness Day events. The idea is to get as many people in our community as possible to use the extra day we all get in a Leap Year to do something kind for someone else.
When is Leap Of Kindness Day?
We all have one additional day in this #LeapYear. We believe the best way to use this one extra day is to do something kind for someone else. We call this Leap of Kindness Day. The Calhoun County Area Chamber's first #LeapOfKindnessDay, will take place on Saturday, February 29, 2020.
Who can participate in Leap Of Kindness Day?
The Calhoun County Area Chamber is often the facilitator of events, celebrations and movements that bring together leaders of our community from the private, nonprofit and public sectors. That's really what Leap Of Kindness Day is all about. Inspiring and facilitating everyone in our community to do something kind for someone else. Using the extra day we all get on February 29th during a Leap Year to help and thank others.
Leap Of Kindness Day can help build team work and workplace morale. Employers can use #LeapOfKindnessDay to build employee morale with a focus on kindness and community. EVERYONE is invited to participate. Below are a wide range of ideas and suggestions to help you get started.
What will you do with an extra day?
So what will you do with your extra day in 2020? On Saturday, February 29, 2020, the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center wants to invite you to use your extra day during Leap Year to do something kind for someone else.
You can join our #leapofkindnessday celebration simply by doing something kind for someone else and if someone else on does something kind for you then, pay it forward. You can band together with your coworkers and organize a food or clothing drive. You can champion your own community?s celebration of Leap Of Kindness Day, by sharing it on Social Media.
Here are some requests from Non-Profits in Calhoun County:
- YMCA of Calhoun County appreciates donations to their Annual Campaign because it allows them to help out local residents. 100% of your donation is used to provide financial assistance to individuals and families in Calhoun County who may otherwise not be able to afford memberships and programs at the YMCA of Calhoun County.
- During the month of February, the Jacksonville Community Center will be accepting donations for the social worker at Kitty Stone Elementary and Jacksonville High Schools. The "Give Back Box" is at the front desk of the Jacksonville Community Center. Next time you go shopping, pick up an extra personal hygiene item such as:
- Lice Kits
- Sanitary Pads
- Packs of new underwear for elementary aged children
- Deodorant
- Lotion
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- United Way of East Central Alabama ?
- There is a great need of items for the homeless which both Interfaith Ministries and The Right Place need assistance with. Items such as:
- New underwear (both men?s & women?s)
- Socks
- Individually Wrapped Snacks
- bottled water
- Laundry Pods
- Rain Ponchos
- Travel Size Deodorant
- United Way will be kicking off a mini-campaign for the month of March. If you would like to make a monetary donation, ?Give 30? is a campaign for Imagination Library. There are currently 3,200 children enrolled in Calhoun County to receive free books! While this is AMAZING, it cost United Way $30 per child per year.
- Ohatchee High School Needs:
- New baseballs
- New softballs
- Non-peanut snacks (Honey Buns, Doughnuts, etc) for students working hard on remedial courses.
- Alexandria Elementary School Needs:
- Socks
- Underwear
- Deodorant
- Storage Closet (For extra clothes)
- Randolph Park Elementary School Needs:
- Volunteers to come read books with any class after 1:00 p.m.
- Alexandria High School Needs:
- Dish detergent
- Envelopes
- Pastel colored copy paper
- Facial tissues
- Piedmont Elementary School Needs:
- Monetary sponsorships ($10/student) for Gentleman?s Class & Bulldog Belles Class
- Used ties
- Volunteers to mentor kids participating in these special programs
- Deodorant
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toothbrushes
- Toiletry bags for the hygiene products
- Volunteers to steam/iron shirts for the banquet/tea party at the end of the programs
- Volunteers to decorate and/or work the banquet/tea party at the end of the program.
- Samson's Strength Sustainable Veterans Project
- Volunteers to support Phase II of building their Veterans Village to build tiny homes for our local veterans
Share Your Plans
Please share what you are doing with us on Facebook or send us an email at info@calhounchamber.com. We will make every effort we can to thank and publicly acknowledge all of the acts of kindness taking place in the Calhoun County area.
Let us know how you plan to spread kindness by using #LeapOfKindnessDay and #LOKDCalhounCountyALChamber
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| Date: |
February 29, 2020 |
| Contact: |
Ashlee Jones |
| EMail: |
ashleej@calhounchamber.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
February 29th, 2020 |
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