O'Fallon Chamber eNewsletter - Dec 2012

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HELP SUPPORT TOY TOWN THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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his holiday season the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Salvation Army of O’Fallon to help promote and collect donations for the 2012 Toy Town held at O’Fallon City Hall.

Toy Town will help many families in St. Charles County who are struggling to provide Christmas toys for their children. Each year Toy Town collects toys, clothes and other necessities from local drives, in order to provide gifts for children and seniors in the western St. Charles County area. Families who qualify within a certain income bracket register in November, and are allowed to come shop for gifts for Continued on pg 6 their children at no cost. Each

2ND ANNUAL AWARDS & HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

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ominations are in and our selection committee is discussing who will be the O’Fallon Chamber Award winners for 2012. Curious who it will be? Well, you’ll have to join us at this month’s General Membership Meeting and Awards Luncheon on December 18th at the Trigg Banquet Center to find out, and to help recognize the Small Business of the Year, Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year, the Sue Proost Person of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Community Servant of the Year.

Oh yeah, we’ll also be giving away an all-inclusive trip for two to Cancun Mexico sponsored by Jan’s Travel & Cruise/Travel Leaders. You don’t want to miss this festive and exciting meeting!

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Don’t miss the O’Fallon Chamber’s

General Membership LUNCHEON Tuesday, December 18, 2012 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. @ Trigg Banquet Center 300 O’Fallon Plaza, O’Fallon, MO 63366 It has been another exciting and successful year for the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce. Join us at the Annual Holiday & Awards Luncheon to celebrate the successes of 2012 and look forward to the opportunities that 2013 will bring! We will also draw our Escape with Jan’s Travel & Cruise Giveaway!

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to join us for the O’Fallon Chamber’s Morning Schmooze, a FREE bi-monthly, networking event open to Chamber members. You just never know who you will meet at a Schmooze so arrive ready to network with a pocket full of business cards and a 1 minute infomercial.

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Thursday, December 6th 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

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Mission Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

Vision Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be the catalyst for the prosperity of our community as a valued resource for businesses, organizations, and residents.

Officers: Cindy Elking, Chairman of the Board Adam Hopper, 1st Vice Chairman Jeff Arneson, 2nd Vice Chairman Russ Craven, Treasurer Stacee Gilmore, Secretary Julie Feast, Past-Chairman Directors: Harold Bliggenstorfer, Director Mark Crank, Director Nina DeAngelo, Director Heather Deatz, Director Tim DeGhelder, Director Ron Epps, Director Michael Favazza, Director Jonny Kruse, Director Kim Michaels, Director Brian Richardson, Director

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Toy Town ..........................................Cover Awards Luncheon .............................Cover Chamber Survey Study .................. p 4 & 8 Ribbon Cuttings .................................... p 5 Celebration of Lights ............................ p 6 Canidate Filing ...................................... p 6 News from the Chairman ...................... p 7 Chamber Office Tour ............................ p 9 Calendar of Events ............................. p 13 Member Mentions ............................... p 12 New Members ............................ p 10 & 11 Member Spotlight ................................p 11 Member Anniversaries ........................ p 13 Chamber Activities............................. p 14

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national survey of 2,000 adults reveals that being active in a local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy because two-thirds of consumers believe that such companies use good business practices, are reputable, care about their customers, and are involved in the community.

The study, conducted by The Schapiro Group, an Atlanta-based strategic consulting firm, found consumer perceptions of chamber members to be positive in many ways: • When consumers know that a small business is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 49% more likely to think favorably of it and 80% more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

• If a company shows that it is highly involved in its local chamber (e.g., is a chamber board member), consumers are 10% more likely to think that its products stack up better against its competition.

• When consumers know that a national restaurant franchise is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 68% more likely to eat at the franchise in the next few months.

• When consumers know that an insurance company is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 36% more likely to think favorably of the company.

Major Impact on Small Businesses

SURVEY: CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP IS EFFECTIVE BUSINESS STRATEGY Small businesses represent the largest segment of most local chamber membership rolls, and the study indicates that chamber membership has consistent and powerful benefits for small business members—if consumers are aware that the small business is involved with its local chamber.

For example, if respondents know that a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 49% increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 73% increase in consumer awareness, a 68% increase in its local reputation, and an 80% increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future.

company’s reputation).”

Accordingly, when consumers know that a large business is a member of the chamber, they are likely to patronize the company more often, to express favorable opinions about the company, to know more about the company, and to buy the company’s products. The strength and nature of these effects differ by industry:

Most people know fairly well what their local chambers do; the study assessed the effect of this knowledge on perceptions of chamber members.

The researchers said ”any belief about the chamber of commerce—whether that belief was true or not—could have a significant positive impact on how someone views a member… he or she is more likely to think that the [member] company’s products stack up well and have a favorable opinion toward the company.”

Large Restaurant Chains When consumers know that a restaurant franchise is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 15% more likely to report knowing a lot about the franchise, 58% more likely to eat at the franchise more often, 68% more likely to eat at the franchise in the next few months, and 37% more likely to think favorably of the franchise. Among consumers who do not eat at the franchise so often, those who are aware that the franchise is a member of the chamber are 33% more likely to hold favorable opinions of the franchise. Among consumers who hold less favorable opinions of the franchise, those who are aware that the franchise is a member of the chamber are 65% more likely to eat there in the coming months.

The key factor in developing and maintaining positive consumer perception of chamber members, the Schapiro Group said, was that “positive outcomes only occur when consumers know that a business is a chamber member (i.e., being involved in the chamber is a known facet of the

Insurance Companies When consumers know that an insurance company is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 29% more likely to report knowing a lot about the company, 36% more likely to think favorably of the company, and 36% more Continued on pg 9

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RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES WELCOME TO O’FALLON!

The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon are excited to welcome these new businesses to the community and to help them celebrate with a with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony.

Psychiatric Care & Research Center 4132 Keaton Crossing Blvd, Ste 201 | O’Fallon, MO 63368

O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Main Street Marketplace 220 S Main St | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Summit Community Church 927 E Terra Ln | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings: December 5th @ 11:30 a.m.

Walter Knoll Florist December 10th @ 11:30 a.m.

Mercy WingHaven December 20th @ 3:30 p.m.

Callahan’s Sports Bar & Grill

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CANDIDATE FILING OPEN FOR CITY OF O’FALLON MUNICIPAL ELECTION

CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS

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elebration of Lights is a drive-through holiday light display held at Fort Zumwalt Park.

Each scene is designed and funded by local organizations, churches and businesses.

Started in 1991, the event attracts more than 8,000 vehicles each year and more than 5,000 individuals on Walk-Through Night.

November 23 - December 30 (Closed December 25) Drive-through, no reservations needed: • Sunday, Tuesday through Thursday (except Tuesday, December 11), 6 – 9 p.m.

• Friday and Saturday, 6 – 10 p.m.

Admission $9 for cars, $15 for commercial vans, $1 per person on tour buses ($25 minimum).

• Tuesday Night Special - $7 for all non-commercial vehicles •Wednesday – Sunday, bring a food pantry donation of canned or boxed goods and get a $1 discount per vehicle.

Walk-through night at Celebration of Lights Tuesday, December 11, 6 - 9 p.m.

• Admission: $2 per person; Ages 2 and under are free •Parking: First Baptist Church of O’Fallon, 8750 Veterans Memorial Parkway; O’Fallon Christian Church, 9380 Veterans Memorial Parkway • Sorry, no pets allowed at this event.

• Carriage rides will not be available this night.

• The event is held rain or shine!

Visitors may walk along the illuminated route and enjoy holiday music, visit with Santa, fireworks and booths filled with holiday crafts, gifts and festival food.

Fireworks at 7:25 p.m.

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he first day of filing Declarations of Candidacy for the City of O’Fallon’s April 2, 2013 election will open on Tuesday, December 11 at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), 100 North Main Street, O’Fallon, Missouri 63366.

Declarations of Candidacy will be accepted at the West City Hall entrance on the first day of filing, only, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. After that date, filing will be held in the City Clerk’s office on the third floor of City Hall.

The April 2, 2013 election will be held to elect a Mayor to serve a four-year term, and to elect one City Council member from each of O’Fallon’s five wards to serve three year terms. Each candidate must file in person, and a $25 fee must accompany each Declaration of Candidacy filed with the City Clerk. Declarations of Candidacy will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2013.

Candidates will appear on the April 2, 2013 ballot in the order in which they filed.

For more information regarding the Declaration of Candidacy, contact O’Fallon’s City Clerk, Pam Clement, at 636-379-5555 or pclement@ofallon.mo.us.

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O’Fallon Chamber members and their families will volunteer on December 10th through the 13th, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. to wrap presents, help set up, assist clients with shopping, and take down the Annual Christmas Toy Town.

New toys of $20 or more can be dropped off at the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce located at 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Drive in O’Fallon, or the O’Fallon Salvation Army located at 1 William Booth Drive in O’Fallon anytime between now and December 8, 2012.

Volunteers and donations are appreciated. Please contact Sam at 636-240-1818 or sam@ofallonchamber.org for more information or visit www.ofallonchamber.org/toytown.

Whew… that was quick! It’s that time of the year when we all start scratching our heads, wondering how the calendar has turned to December already. For me, I’m wondering how my year as Chairman of the Board of our great Chamber is over already. Three years ago I was asked to serve on the Executive Board as the 2nd Vice Chair, at that time my year as the Chair seemed light years away, and now, I’m not sure where it went. It’s really no wonder, this year started out with a bang, and it feels like we’ve kept the 90 mile an hour pace up for all 12 months of 2012.

The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce has had an amazing year full of accomplishments. So far in 2012, we’ve, • Welcomed 145 new members to our organization.

• Welcomed 34 businesses with ribbon cuttings.

• Were named by the City of O’Fallon as Ambassador of the Year!

• Increased our participation rate across all of our networking events by 30%. (Thank you to Jan’s Travel for the Escape Give-a-Way!) • Hosted more than 210 events for our members to network and grow their businesses.

• Began a very successful Morning Schmooze bimonthly breakfast.

• Began meeting with government officials and discussing legislation effecting businesses at the Legislative Awareness lunches.

• Began hosting Book Clubs to exchange ideas among our fellow business leaders.

• Had phenomenal fundraisers; including over 1,200 participants at the 28th Annual Firecracker Run! • Oh, and by the way, we bought a building, finished the construction, moved in, and had a wonderful ribbon cutting!

I’d like to especially thank the Chamber Staff, Erin, Sara and Sam who work tirelessly to make our chamber great, the entire board and each of you for making this organization so strong. The accomplishments we had in 2012 are a reflection of the members that believe in our mission to improve the economic vitality of our community. As we look ahead to the future of our Chamber, I hope that you see yourself in that picture. I encourage you to become active, join a committee, become an Ambassador, or serve the organization as a member of the Board of Directors.

I look forward to an exciting 2013 for the O’Fallon Chamber and would like to wish our incoming Chairman, Adam Hopper with PNC Bank, the best of luck; time flies when you’re having fun!

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2013, Cindy Elking 2012 Chairman of the Board

Save the Date!

MARCH 2, 2013 7:00 - 11:00 P.M. O’FALLON ELK’S LODGE 1163 Tom Ginnever O’Fallon, MO 63366 $40 per person includes: Cocktails, Tastings from O’Fallon Finest Restaurants, Live Entertainment, Gaming Tables and Prizes

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CONTINUED FROM PG 4 likely to consider buying insurance from it. Among consumers who hold less favorable opinions of the insurance company, those who are aware that the company is a member of the chamber are 25% more likely to consider purchasing insurance from it.

Among those who have not considered purchasing insurance there in the past, chamber membership increases that likelihood by 37%.

Automobile Manufacturers When consumers know that an auto manufacturer is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 21% more likely to have a favorable opinion of that company and 31% more likely to consider purchasing their next car from that company. Among those who have

ever considered buying a car from a particular auto manufacturer, chamber membership leads to a 44% increase in consumers’ likelihood of purchasing a car there in the future.

The study, commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), in cooperation with the Western Association of Chamber Executives, was sponsored by Insperity, a Houston-based company that provides human resources and other business services to more than 100,000 businesses nationwide. J. Mac Holladay, founder and CEO of Market Street Services, an economic development firm in Atlanta, was a key contributor of concepts used to develop the study.

The new study tracks similar data reported by The Schapiro Group in 2007. “Despite changes in markets and demographics, a nagging recession and

the growing influence of the internet, the chamber brand today is stronger and more dynamic than ever,” said ACCE President Mick Fleming. “We’re proud that the numbers prove, once again, that engagement in a chamber means a positive perception of the business in the eyes of the buying public.”

About ACCE Established in 1914, ACCE is the only national association serving the professional development needs of executives and managers of chambers of commerce throughout the U.S. and Canada. Representing more than 7,300 chamber employees, ACCE enhances the knowledge, leadership skills, and management effectiveness of chamber professionals and their staffs through its education, research, publications, certification, trends analysis, benchmarking, and promotion of best practices.

Did you know...

when you shop and dine within the City of O’Fallon, you not only help our local businesses, you support the great City parks, the O’Fallon Police Department and the many services that help keep this City such a great place to live?

So, keep your community great for years to come. Support your local businesses and

“Keep it in the O!” by shopping in O’Fallon this Holiday Season!

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WELCOME TO THE NEW O’FALLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OFFICE f you haven’t heard by now, the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce has a home in O’Fallon!

Growth had inspired the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors to search for a permanent location for the Chamber to expand into and accommodate the needs of their 500+ members. The new location was built out by local general contractor and longtime O’Fallon Chamber member, Schneider Construction Services.

The new building is now handicapped accessible and provides ample parking for all types of groups. There are also two meeting spaces, one that will fit up to 20 people and the other 8 people. Both rooms are available for members to use for client meetings, workshops or other things that may require a professional space to meet. Just contact Sara for more information or to reserve a room.

O’Fallon Chamber members and residents are welcome to stop by the new home of the O’Fallon Chamber to tour the office, or to pick up a Community Profile and map of O’Fallon.

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NEW MEMBERS

A VERY SPECIAL WELCOME! Aflac Insurance Services 892 Hardcastle Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-978-5693 www.aflac.com Aggie’s Closet & Tea Room + Wine & Beer Garden Restaurants 9036 Veterans Memorial Pkwy O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-379-6878 www.aggiestearoom.com Calcuvee Consulting Business Services 1930 Williamstown Dr St. Peters, MO 63376 443-996-5462 www.calcuvee.com Carpet Creations Flooring 305 S Main St O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-272-5400 www.carpetcreationsstl.com Charles Schwab & Co Financial Services 4579 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-248-3926 www.schwab.com Colonial Life Insurance Services 15 Patriots Ln OFallon, MO 63368 314-323-4429 www.coloniallife.com Daddy Ray Burgers Restaurants 8814 Veterans Memorial Pkwy O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-294-4885 www.DaddyRayBurgers.com

Dames Bark Pet Care 460 Hwy P O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-281-9663 Elite Framing and Digital Arts Custom Framing 9963 Winghaven Blvd O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-625-0999 www.eliteframearts.com Find Your Piece Consignment Shop Consignment 58 Crossroads Plz O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-281-1351 Jehling Hardware Home Improvement 1133 N Main St O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-294-7802 www.jehlinghardware.com Jimmy’s Automotive Automobile: Services, Body, & Repair 519 North Main O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-272-6500 Johnson Insurance Agency Farmers Insurance Insurance Services 1153 Bryan Rd O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-294-3500 farmersagent.com/djohnson4 Kumon Math & Reading of O’Fallon Educational Services 2717 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-272-0440

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Mass Financial Group - Ethan Eitel Financial Services 16690 Swingley Ridge Rd, Ste 240 Chesterfield, MO 63017 636-728-2481 Schneider Real Estate, Rick Champ Realtors: Residential One West Point Blvd St. Charles, MO 63301 314-322-4212 www.rickchamp.com Seacret - Minerals from the Dead Sea Health/Wellness 314-884-8647 www.seacretdirect.com/dsw Spectrum Glass, Inc. Glass & Window Repair 955 West Terra Ln O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-294-1800 www.spectrumglassonline.com The Holt Team - Keller Williams Realty West Realtors: Residential 5377 Hwy N St. Charles, MO 63304 314-277-5881 holtteamsells.com The Law Office of David E. Woods Legal Services 427 West Terra Ln, Ste A O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-448-1748 UMB Bank - Monticello Banks 3824 Monticello Plz St. Charles, MO 63304 636-300-2900 www.umb.com

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

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t Firestone Complete Auto Care we’re more than just experts in tires; we’re also the right spot before and after things go wrong with your ride, giving you expert maintenance and repairs for whatever ails your car, truck or SUV. Tune-up, oil change, brakes, alignment, car battery — you name it — Firestone Complete Auto Care is nearby to keep you rolling.

Our “Promise to Care” is something that Nikki Ostermeyer, Store Manager at our 504 South Main location and Tim Graves, Store Manager at our Hwy K location take very seriously and it shows. Every

FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE customer is treated with respect and given expert advice from our educated staff. Our experts are also very involved with the community in which they do business.

Firestone Complete Auto Care, with 34 St. Louis District locations is proud to be a member of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce.

As a chamber member, we offer you special discounts -so please mention to our staff that you belong to this wonderful chamber.

schedule an appointment. Or just empower yourself with knowledge about auto care.

Firestone Complete Auto Care 504 South Main Nikki Ostermeyer Store Manager 636-272-6980 Firestone Complete Auto Care 3089 Hwy K (at K&N) Tim Graves Store Manager 636-978-5886

So look around. See your recommended maintenance schedule, give us a call and

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UMB Bank - WingHaven Banks 9957 WingHaven Blvd O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-561-5750 www.umb.com

Vaz Massage Massage Therapy 6698 Keaton Corp Pkwy, Ste 102 O’Fallon, MO 63368 314-819-3711 www.vazmassage.com

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MEMBER MENTIONS NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS

Keep up to date with news, sales, events and more from your fellow members. Contact Sara at sara@ofallonchamber.org to submit your information for future newsletters. Check out www.ofallonchamber.org for more member news and events.

Season Ending….

See you in March!

The Bag Ladies 2012 season has ended, due to Missouri unstable weather; we will be taking the next few months off from walking.

Look for the 2013 calendar with added changes, expanding into Wentzville and looking for dependable walkers. Check it all out my website with the chamber or email: doordelivery@centurytel.net.

Contact me soon to reserve your spot for March 2013, no competitors in the same bag.

I would like to thank everyone for allowing me to help grow your business one door at a time and wish your business continue success.

Barb Koch, The Bag Ladies 636.734.6487

Instant Imprints Has Moved!

We truly appreciate your business and want to inform everyone that we are moving our location effective December1, 2012. Our new address will be: 3086 WingHaven Blvd., O’Fallon MO 63368. In the Lakeside Shops Center, at the intersection of Hwy. 40 and WingHaven Blvd.

Thanks again, to you, our valued clients and vendors.

Bill Allen / Owner Instant Imprints 9955 Winghaven Blvd.

O’Fallon, MO 63368 ofallonimprints@aol.com www.instantimprintsstl.com (636) 561-9210

White Christmas Program

Toys for Tots Days

On Tuesday December 11, 2012, Steve and Valerie White, along with their employees, will host the 13th annual White Christmas Program. This is a program where the Whites present two refurbished vehicles to deserving individuals in the community. The primary objective of the White Christmas Program is to give someone a hand up, not a handout. Past recipients of the “new” cars have made tremendous efforts to improve their lives and financial standing. Having reliable transportation provides more opportunities to be successful.

Spread Health and Happiness at Toys for Tots Days! Healthy Lige Chiropractic and Wellness invites you to the office for 3 FREE visits! You’ll receive a complimentary chiropractic check up, X-rays (if needed) and a 30 minute massge, November 28th thru December 17th in exchange for a new unwrapped children’s toy (suggested toy value $20).

All procedes benefit the 60th annual U.S. Marine Corp. Reserve Toys for Tots. All donations are welcome whether you wish to receive chiropractic services or not.

Individuals for the White Christmas Program are selected based on need.

They must submit an application and explain how receiving an automobile will assist them in becoming self-sufficient.

Candidates must also be insurable.

Vehicles chosen for the White Christmas Program are deemed a total loss by either the owner or their insurance company. Oftentimes these cars are older and need minor to moderate mechanical and/or collision repairs to get them road ready and safe to drive.

Employees of White Auto Body donate their time and talents by performing all needed repairs. They, along with several vendors, will fill both cars with Christmas presents for each family. In addition to the “new” car, White Auto Body pays for the inspections, six months of liability insurance, and all taxes and titling fees.

When this year’s recipients receive their cars, they will have no initial out-ofpocket expenses.

2012 is the 13th year that the Steve and Valerie White have given cars to families in the community.This year’s White Christmas Program will bring the total number of donated vehicles to 29!

Car presentations will take place at 10 o’clock in O’Fallon and 2 pm in Florissant.

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Healthy Life Chiropractic is located at 1601 Bryan Road, O’Fallon, MO, 636474-2273.

Holiday Open House The Crown Jewels ETC and Mary Kay would like to invite you to enjoy some fun “last minute” holiday shopping at our Holiday Oepn house on December 13, 2013 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The Crown Jewels is offering 25% off your holiday purchase and Mary Kay will display some great holiday gift ideas and the new product line. Refreshments will be served. Come on out and support local business owners in your community.

Bring friends to make the experience twice as fun. We’ll see you there and Happy Holidays!

The Crown Jewels Etc, is located at 234 Fort Zumwalt Square in O’Fallon, MO 63366.

CHAMBER CALENDAR DECEMBER 2012 Wednesday, December 5 Ribbon Cutting Walter Knoll Florist 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday, December 6 Morning Schmooze Alliance Credit Union 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM New Member Briefing O’Fallon Chamber Office 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Happy Hour with the O’Fallon Jaycees The Brass Rail 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Monday, December 10 O’Fallon Elite 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Ground Breaking Mercy Clinic 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Wednesday, December 12 Masters of Business O’Fallon Chamber Office 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Thursday, December 13 Casino Night Committee O’Fallon Chamber Office 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES THANK YOU!

Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of November 2012 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for...

1 Year OASIS SAK Construction TSYS Merchant Solutions

T.C. Herring & Associates

2 Years Big River Running Company Cindy’s Photo Impressions Garden Villas of O’Fallon McGurks Public House

4 Years Denny and Associates Inc

3 Years Socket Telecom

5 Years Blome International Instant Imprints

Tuesday, December 18 General Membership & Awards Luncheon Trigg Banquet Center 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM O’Fallon Jaycees Meeting Rizzo’s 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday, December 20 Tech/Comm Meeting Spencer Road Library Branch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

SunRise United Methodist Church 6 Years JLJ Technology

Monday, December 24 Christmas Eve Office Closed 1/2 Day Tuesday, December 25 Christmas Office Closed Saturday, December 29 Celebration of Lights Gate Night Fort Zumwalt Park 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Center 12 Years Gary Elmestad & Associates Susie G’s Specialty Cakes

7 Years BMO Harris Bank - Hwy K & Laura Hill

14 Years O’Fallon Community News

8 Years Ryder Vehicle Sales Timber Creek Grill

15 Years Culligan Water Conditioning Company

9 Years Lindell Bank Logan Chiropractic Health

16 Years Salvation Army

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CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

New members are welcomed at the November General Membership Meeting held at Whitmoor Country Club!

Friendly faces at the O’Fallon Chamber’s Ribbon Cutting. If you didn’t make the celebration be sure to stop by for your own personal tour of the new office.

Our judges (local Chamber Executives) looking the part Good times and networking at the November for our first “Chamber’s Got Talent” meeting.

Business After Hours hosted by Crown Vision.

Good times and networking at the November Business After Hours hosted by Crown Vision.

Thank you to all of our volunteers who came out on a beautiful fall day to help set up the Chamber’s display for Celebration of Lights!

Interested in Advertising in the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce

BUSINESS CONNECTION? Call Brian @ 636-219-9653 or email brian@kfav.com