eNewsletter - October 2012 by O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce

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MORE THAN JUST ZOMBIES AT TRIVIA NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD

he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will host its 3rd Annual Trivia Night on Friday, November 2, 2012 in the O’Fallon City Hall gymnasium located at 100 North Main Street in O’Fallon, Missouri. Doors open at 6:00 pm and Trivia starts at 7:00 pm. Join us for Trivia Night of the Living Dead as the event promises to be an evening full of brain power and brain eating questions! The Trivia committee has been hard at work to make sure this is the best Trivia Night fundraiser yet. Selecting a zombie theme has allowed the committee and staff to get creative with the questions Continued on pg 5

O’FALLON CHAMBER HONORED AT CITY OF O’FALLON’S VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION BANQUET

ith nearly 2,500 volunteers donating a total of 20,000 hours to assist the City over the past year, O’Fallon showed appreciation for its volunteers at the 16th Annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet. In recognition of service on the City of O’Fallon’s boards and commissions, O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy named Stan Patton, current chairman of the City’s Board of Adjustment, O’Fallon’s “Volunteer of the Year.” For service benefiting the community and beyond, the Continued on pg 8

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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: Mark Crank, Director Heather Deatz, Director Tim DeGhelder, Director Ron Epps, Director Michael Favazza, Director Jonny Kruse, Gracie Barra Alissa Moore, Director Brian Richardson, Director David Schmidt, Director

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1299 Bryan Rd, O’Fallon, MO 63366 Phone: 636-240-1818 Email: info@ www.OFallonChamber.org

Trivia Night .............................Cover & p 5 Chamber Honored ...................Cover & p 8 The Old Tax House ............................... p 4 News from the Chairman ...................... p 6 Chamber’s Got Talent ........................... p 6 Board Openings .................................... p 6 Ribbon Cuttings .................................... p 7 Networking Works! ............................... p 9 Economic Development Update ........... p 8 Member Spotlight ............................... p 10 Calendar of Events .............................. p 11 New Members ............................ p 12 & 13 Member Anniversaries ........................ p 13 Member Mentions ............................... p 14 Chamber Activities............................. p 15

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35 YEARS NOT TAXING FOR THE OLD TAX HOUSE by Abby Llorico Communications Intern

rom its simple storefront on Veterans Memorial Parkway to its unassuming name, there is nothing flashy about The Old Tax House. Ever since its humble beginnings 35 years ago, the business has focused less on the drama and more in the detail, a method appreciated by all who seek quality service tax service. “Tax preparation is a partnership, I think that’s one of the key factors [of our success],” said Lisa Parres, general manager. “We do our very best to meet the client where they are, and meet their needs as they see fit.” Though it is a fact that the majority share of the tax preparation market in most towns is held by chain stores, that is not the case in O’Fallon. “We are the largest prep service in O’Fallon, and have been for many many years,” Parres said of The Old Tax House, which also specializes in small business accounting. “I think we’ve been very fortunate; our customers really are key as far as that’s concerned. The majority of our clients are repeat clients, and we have a tremendous amount of referrals.”

The role that the community has played in keeping The Old Tax House at the top of the market has not been lost on them, and they work to maintain their presence in the daily lives of O’Fallon residents. “We’ve been a part of the O’Fallon community and been kind of ‘keeping it in the O’ long before that was a phrase. We’ve always supported local organizations, schools, different community organizations, we’ve always been a participant… and I think our community has in turn thanked us by continuing to support us.” The Old Tax House has called O’Fallon home since 1977, and has seen a lot of changes in both the town and the people it serves. “People want things faster, and convenience matters. We give our clients options.” Clients of the Old Tax House can choose to sit down with their preparer or they can drop their tax return information off at the office and pick it up when it is prepared. With an increase in popularity of online tax preparation software, the Old Tax House created a detailed online survey to allow people to provide necessary information to an Old Tax House preparer from the comfort of their own home.

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The average, convenience-craving consumer does not have time in the day to keep up with current tax code, which is why it is a full time job at Old Tax House. “Tax law changes every year… There are changes, additions, and sometimes just entirely new legislations that have passed. We spend a lot of time and a lot of effort making sure that we stay up to date on tax law changes, and understand that training for our employees is key,” said Parres. “When you come in and sit down with us, we are doing everything that we can to get you every legitimate deduction. Getting you the larger refund or the lowest tax liability is our goal.” Though the preparers at The Old Tax House pride themselves on their education, they see the importance of education their clients as well. “At the end of the tax prep process, we are doing our very best to make sure that we are explaining the differences and the process so that the client understands what their tax liability is and how they got to it,” said Parres. “We really do go out of our way to provide personal service and do our best for each and every client. I think that is difficult in some respects when you’re dealing with large volume, but we have continued

TRIVIA NIGHT

CONTINUED FROM COVER PAGE and decorations and they are excited to see how this year’s participants will embrace their inner zombies. The evening will consist of fun questions from a variety of categories, not just zombie trivia. Tables are still available but will sell out very soon. Only $160 for a table of eight people includes 10 rounds of trivia, door prizes, a mulligan, beer and soda. You may also bring in your favorite snacks and drinks. The evening will be packed with

cash prizes, 50/50, special games & drawings, a prize for the best decorated table and best costume plus a silent auction will all be part of the fun. This event will sell out, get your tickets today! The 3rd Annual O’Fallon Chamber Trivia Night is proudly sponsored by: City of O’Fallon, Ameren Missouri, Delmar Gardens, Wholesale Batteries, and SSM St. Joseph Health Center.

your table visit www.ofallonchamber. org/trivia or call 636-240-1818 to reserve your spot. Trivia proceeds benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce: 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.

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Welcome to the last quarter of 2012, I can’t believe that the Holiday Shopping season is only a month away (for those of us who don’t wait until December 15th anyway). This is continuing to be a phenomenal year for our O’Fallon Chamber. Hopefully by the time I write to you next month the Chamber will be conducting business in our new office and prepping for our ribbon cutting on November 9th. Speaking of phenomenal, the Chamber welcomed 26 new members to our organization in September! While looking at the numbers is great, what does that really mean for you and the Chamber? Well, for you, it means that our organization is crawling with new businesses to network. New people to learn about and new people to listen to what you’re all about so that we can all be on the lookout for referrals. It means that we have new like-minded people to exchange ideas with, to be a source of information, and a colleague to bounce ideas off. New memberships also mean that our organization is fulfilling its mission. When we grow the number of businesses that we work for, we are also helping to strengthen the economic vitality of our community; remember a rising tide raises all boats. So now I’d like to ask a question of our 26 new members and our 510 current members are you getting the most out of your membership? There are so many ways to get involved in the Chamber and reap the benefits of membership. • ATTEND! The O’Fallon Chamber has at least 2 networking events each month, and 3 every other month. Our Morning Schmooze, Membership Meetings, and After Hours are scheduled at different times to accommodate everyone’s calendar. • SHARE LEADS! The Chamber has 3 active Leads Groups which meet two times a month to build their relationships so that referrals can be passed. We often say that joining a leads group is like expanding your sales force by 15 for free. • COMMITTEES! Currently we have committees meeting to plan the 3rd Annual Trivia Night and Inaugural Casino Night. Are events not your thing? How about joining us monthly for the Legislative Lunches to learn about hot topics in our area, or becoming an Ambassador to welcome new businesses to our area and serve as a goodwill host at our luncheons. • BECOME A BOARD MEMBER! All members who have been active for 1 year are invited to apply to be a Board member. We are always looking for new people with new ideas and a different prospective to keep our organization thriving. Our Chamber has a great website filled with information on all of these topics and a great staff who are happy to get our membership plugged in. Visit the site, ofallonchamber.org or give the office a call, 636-240-1818 to find out how to get the greatest return from your Chamber investment. Until next month, Keep the Shot Outs Coming! Cindy Elking Chairman of the Board

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GET READY FOR CHAMBER’S GOT TALENT IN NOVEMBER

re you the next O’Fallon Chamber’s Got Talent Star? Show us your stuff at the November 27th general membership meeting! Sing a jingle, perform a skit, or leave us amazed with your other talents while promoting your business. Only 10 spots are available and each participant will receive up to 2 minutes to perform their “commercial”. Our special guest judges will score each participant and award the top 3 performances. Reserve your spot todayno auditions required! Call the Chamber Office at 636-240-1818 or email Erin@OFallonChamber.org.

BOARD POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE

our O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is now accepting applications from members who are interested in serving a 3-year term on the Board of Directors. All members who have been an active member in good standing for at least one year are eligible for Board positions. New terms will run from January 2013- December 2015. The Board of Directors are responsible for advancing the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, monitoring and enhancing programs and services, offering financial oversight, and ensuring effective organizational planning. If you would like to be considered for one of the open Board of Director positions, please email Erin, at erin@OFallonChamber.org for an application.

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.

LOOK! Shops 991 Waterbury Falls, O’Fallon, MO 63368

Mary’s Morsels Bakery & Cafe 107 O’Fallon Pl, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings: October 2nd @ 3:30 p.m. Powers Family Pharmacy October 15th @ 11:30 a.m. CVS Pharmacy October 17th @ 11:30 a.m. Jiffy Lube in Walmart Hubler Auto Plaza 1400 E Terra Ln, O’Fallon, MO 63366

October 22nd @ 11:30 a.m. Cabinets, Flooring & More

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to make that a priority. And when you make something a priority consistently, I think that it shows, and I think that that’s really been a great benefit for us.” To appeal to new clients to The Old Tax House, Parres believes the facts speak for themselves.

“I think that anyone new to the community, when they take a look at our website or take a look at any of the advertising that we may do, any place who’s survived as a small business for 35 years: I think that really does speak volumes,” said Parres. “To stay in business for 35 years and to be the largest service

in O’Fallon and certainly one of the larger ones in St. Charles County as a whole, I think that has to say something to potential clients.” The Old Tax House is located at 8810 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. Call 636-240-7706 or visit www.OldTaxHouse.com for more information.

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AWARD

CONTINUED FROM COVER PAGE Mayor selected O’Fallon’s Chamber of Commerce as the City’s “Ambassadors of the Year.” Additional awards were presented by Kathy Halstead, Manager of the City’s Volunteer Services Department, and Volunteer Services Coordinator Alexis Jaegers, in recognition of volunteer efforts, hours, and other contributions in helping with City events, recreational programs, special projects and assisting City staff. • The IMPACT Award was presented to Operation Homefront Missouri • The Family of the Year Award was given to the Ted and Beverly Richardson family • The 2012 Motivated Volunteer Professional (MVP) Award was presented to Ella Groene • The Team Excellence Award was presented to City Staff at the Renaud Spirit Center • Presidential Volunteer Service Awards were presented

O’FALLON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE:

to individuals and groups based on service hours: Gold (1,000+ hours): Alex Amend, Rebekah Davis, Carol Fears, Ella Groene and O’Fallon Police Explorers Post 2943 Silver (500-999 hours): Bill Gardner, Wendell Jackson, Ava Skyers and Team O’Fallon Bronze (200-499 hours): Jim David, Andrew Davis, Bob Leifeld, Don McCabe, Ed Murat, Nicolas Nunn-Faron, Mark Perkins, Karen Roberts, Lois Roberts, the Brian and Beth Davis family and their children (Rebekah, Andrew, Jonah, and Caleb), the O’Fallon Veterans Commission, and the Heritage & Freedom Fest Parade Committee. “It is people like you who help make our City so successful,” Halstead told the volunteers. “You have literally put your heart, soul, and yes, some sweat into making sure that O’Fallon remains the great City that we have become.” For more information about the awards, contact Volunteer Services Manager Kathy Halstead at 636-3795507 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.

not allowed previously. • Now allows for A-Frame or sandwich board signs to be placed on sidewalks no further than 20 feet from the storefront of size. This type of signage may be up to 20 a business to advertise their products and Sign Code Revision feet in height and 225 square feet in sign The O’Fallon City Council recently services without a permit. Signs must be approved changes to the City’s sign code, area. Before this change, directory signage placed so as not to disrupt sidewalk traffic as summarized below. as limited to 12 feet in height and 150 and may only be placed outside when the square feet in sign area. business is open. For a complete understanding of these • Allows for “secondary identification • Establishes parking regulations for Class changes and how they may impact your signage” related to the occupation, service, Three and above vehicles, step vans and business, please refer to the full text of the and/or product being sold at the site. trailers that are used primarily for signage. Ordinance, along with the staff briefing, This type of signage was not previously These types of vehicles are prohibited included on the City’s website www.ofallon. permitted. from parking in the spaces located closest • Permits secondary directional signage mo.us as part of the August 23, 2012, to the right-of-way or property line. This within a project, site or development City Council Meeting Agenda Packet. It is issue was not previously addressed in the exceeding ten (10) acres in size. These Bill No. 6199, which is Item #2 under Old City’s sign code. types of signs shall be designed to Business. In brief, the new sign code: • Establishes a new interchange district accommodate the names of businesses along the future Highway 364/Page or buildings with directional areas. These • Allows for additional “end-cap signage” Avenue extension. The City’s existing signs may be placed no closer than 50 feet interchange district regulations will now for corner tenants when the façade can to a public or private right-of-way and shall apply in this area. be seen from any roadway or parking not exceed 28 square feet in area or 10 lot. Previously, this type of signage was feet in height. These signs are effective prohibited. If you have any questions or concerns, in guiding vehicle and pedestrian traffic • Permits larger directory signage for please contact Chad Cornwell, Planner, at developments of more than 10 acres in through a large development. They were 636-379-5486 or ccornwell@ofallon.mo.us. 8 | BUSINESS CONNECTION | OCTOBER 2012

WORKSHOPS HELP MAKE THE MOST OUT OF NETWORKING

he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will host a series of Networking Works! workshops to teach local business people not just about the importance of networking, but how to get the most out of the networking they are already doing. The workshops will take place once a month at Staybridge Suites in O’Fallon, MO from October through February. Pete Brown of Sandler Training will lead the workshops with a focus on becoming a more confident and successful networker. “So many tend to believe that networking is really just handing out business cards over lunch. In truth, that is a good way to meet people, but maybe not as effective as having strategic goals associated with how you meet people, why you meet people and how to make networking actually work for your business,” said Erin Williams, President and CEO of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce. “These workshops will give participants not just an elevator speech, but the knowledge to build their ‘personal board of directors’ and how to build relationships that are mutually beneficial so that there is truly a net of people working for and with one another.” The event is open to members and non-members of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, and registration for one workshop as well as for the whole series is available, and includes a continental breakfast. For more information and to register for the classes visit www.OFallonChamber.org/networking-works or call 636240-1818.

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CHAMBER CALENDAR OCTOBER 2012 Tuesday, October 2 Networking Works! Staybridge Suites 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Thursday, October 11 Leads to Success The Falls Golf Club 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Tech/Comm Meeting Spencer Road Library Branch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Ribbon Cutting Powers Family Pharmacy 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

New Member Orientation O’Fallon Chamber Office 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Wed-Fri, October 3 - 5 Office Closed

Monday, October 15 Ribbon Cutting CVS Pharmacy 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Friday, October 19 Legislative Awareness Lunch Rendezvous Cafe 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Monday, October 8 O’Fallon Elite Webster University in Winghaven 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Tuesday, October 9 Ambassadors Meeting Residence Inn 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM Business After Hours Residence Inn 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Wednesday, October 10 Masters of Business Christian High School Annex 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tuesday, October 16 Board of Directors Meeting O’Fallon Chamber Office 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Wednesday, October 17 Ribbon Cutting Jiffy Lube 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday, October 18 Morning Schmooze St. Charles County Art Council 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Monday, October 22 O’Fallon Elite Webster University in Winghaven 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Monday, October 22 Ribbon Cutting Cabinets, Flooring & More 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Tuesday, October 23 General Membership Luncheon O’Fallon Elks Lodge 2587 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Wednesday, October 24 Masters of Business Christian High School Annex 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Thursday, October 25 Leads to Success The Falls Golf Club 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Thursday, November 1 New Member Orientation O’Fallon Chamber Office 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Friday, November 2 3rd Annual O’Fallon Chamber Trivia Night O’Fallon City Hall 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Monday, November 5 Chairman’s Book Club O’Fallon, MO 63366 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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NEW MEMBERS

A VERY SPECIAL WELCOME! All About Blinds Etc, Inc Accountants & Tax Preparation 1120 Technology Dr, Ste 106 O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-939-6700 www.allaboutblinds.hdwfg.com American National Payments Credit Card Processing 3233-1 Domain S St. Charles, MO 63301 314-757-6658 www.americannationalpayments.com Artown Roofing & Contracting Contractors: Roofing 250 Elaine Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-614-1994 www.artownroofing.com Cabinets, Flooring & More Construction, Repair and Home Improvement 2996 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-980-2500 www.cabinetsflooringandmore.com CVS/pharmacy Pharmacy 3002 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-272-5856 www.cvs.com Dutchman Realty Inc. Realtors / Real Estate 1041 Peruque Crossing Ct O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-949-0777 www.dutchmanrealty.com Dynamic Pathways LLC Educational Services 1660 Bryan Rd O’Fallon, MO 63368

636-980-1286 www.dynamicpathwaysllc.com Great Escape of O’Fallon Entertainment 900 Caledonia Dr O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-329-0050 www.greatescapetheatres.com Handy Mom LLC Cleaning Services: Commercial 1112 Silo Bend Dr Wentzville, MO 63385 636-698-5243 www.handymomllc.com Harper’s Doggie Daycare Pet Care 1082 Bryan Rd O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-272-2555 www.harpersdoggiedaycare.com Holly’s Bookkeeping & Notary Accountants & Tax Preparation 4 Worcester Ct O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-448-4005 Isagenix Health/Wellness Troy, MO 63379 314-568-3056 Kiwi Paint Solutions Automobile: Services, Body, & Repair 405 East Elm St. O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-439-3196 Mary Kay - Nina DeAngelo Cosmetics O’Fallon, MO 636-577-4323

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Mexico Road Florist Florist 350 Mid Rivers Mall Dr St. Peters, MO 63376 636-278-4550 www.mexicoroadflorist.com Nolan Plumbing Contractors, Inc. Plumbing Services/Plumbers 173 Rockaway Dr O’Fallon, MO 63368-8006 636-329-1848 O’Fallon Crossing Chiropractic Chiropractors 2960 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-272-7473 ofalloncrossingchiropractic.com Pounds and Inches Away Health/Wellness 2972 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-281-2929 Premier Dental Partners Dental Health 1630 Market Ctr Blvd Suite 100 O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-300-4380 www.premierdentalpartners.com Print & Web People Web Site Design 1008 Rock Creek Elementary School Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-642-0681 www.pwpstl.com Prudential Financial Services 12312 Olive Blvd, Ste 300 St. Louis, MO 63141 314-548-4415

Psychiatric Care & Research Center Mental Health Services 4132 Keaton Crossing Blvd Ste 201 O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-244-3589 www.pcrc-stl.com Rodan + Fields Dermatologists Health/Wellness 606 Royal Pine Ct Lake St Louis, MO 63367 314-409-9343 www.jlangston.biz

Thrivent Financial - Kelly Brickner, CLU, FIC Financial Services 3006 WingHaven Blvd O’Fallon, MO 63368 636-695-4110 www.facebook.com/kelly.brickner. thrivent

Walter Knoll Florist Florist 2516 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 314-352-7575 www.wkf.com

USA Mortgage Mortgage Services 210 Triad West O’Fallon, MO 63366 314-307-2825 www.usa-mortgage.com

MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES THANK YOU!

Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of September 2012 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for... 1 Year RE/MAX EDGE

6 Years Park Place Senior Living at WingHaven

2 Years Coldwell Banker Gundaker, Theresa Juenger

7 Years Angels On Duty, Inc.

Cornerstone Mortgage

Gentemann Manor

Creative Smiles Dental Care Jacobson Financial Group Investments & Insurance Trigg Banquet Center 3 Years Jerry Kelly Heating and Cooling Signature Health Services 5 Years Southernside Apartments

9 Years Hilton Garden Inn

SAVE THE DATE

25 Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards Banquet th

“Celebrating 25 Years of Progress” Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. Doubletree by Hilton 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd. • Chesterfield

Masters of Ceremony: Tom Shaw, Tom Shaw Realtors Tom Fleming, Supplies Network, Inc.

2012 Honorees St. Louis County

2012 Honorees St. Charles County

Maryville Centre

Missouri Research Park MasterCard CitiGroup City of Wentzville General Motors Partners for Progress

THF Realty St. Louis Family Church

10 Years Webster University WingHaven 13 Years Caregivers Inn 17 Years Fred Weber Inc.

McBride Homes West Newsmagazine

Hwy. 141 Connector/Boone Bridge/Page Avenue Extension

Sponsorship Opportunities Available Platinum - $ 2,500 Recognition in all marketing materials. Signage at banquet Logo in the program Company recognition at table Table of 8

Gold - $ 1,000

Silver - $550

Recognition and signage at banquet

Company recognition at table Table of 8

Logo in the program Company recognition at table Table of 8

$60 Individual tickets

Contact Jim Susman: 314/997-3390 or susgroup@gmail.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.

Countdown to Sunday, Oct. 7 for MO’ Cowbell Half Marathon & 5K With just days to go, the 2012 MO’ Cowbell Half Marathon & 5K promises to be MO’ exciting and MO’ fun that last year! More than 2,500 runners will be participating when things kick-off at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 in Frontier Park on the historic St. Charles riverfront. And don’t miss the post-race party and awards ceremony from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Frontier Park. Festivities will include refreshments, exhibits, photos with Chuck the race mascot and the live music of Rough Ryders. This year’s headline sponsors are Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Healthcare Center, members of BJC HealthCare. For more info, click here or call Kerin Abbey at 636-441-6880 ext. 230.

Door to door Advertising Opportunities Offering a personal touch with your exclusive offer getting delivered door to door for the past 8 years. For as little as $25 per week you can reach out to your next potential customer. The bag is always hung on the door and no competitor ads in the same bag. For affordable and reliable service give Barb with The Bag Ladies a call today at 636.734.6487 or doordelivery@ centurytel.net.

Trunk or Treat in WingHaven Children may go “trunk-or-treating” with WingHaven businesses from 12:30-3:30 p.m. October 20, 2012 in the Midwest Bank Centre parking lot, 2299 Technology Drive off WingHaven Boulevard in O’Fallon. There will be a costume parade, live music and activities.

October Jazzercise Special $69 for the rest of 2012

Give Your Trick-or-Treating A Glow

Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60-minute total body workout. Every Jazzercise group fitness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. 39 Unlimited classes each week, free childcare available 9:30am Mon thru Fri and 5:15pm Mon thru Thurs. (special only good with January EFT registration)

For the third consecutive year, State Farm Insurance Co has generously provided the St. Charles County Ambulance District with one of their ‘Safe Neighbors’grants. Through these funds, the Ambulance District is able to offer its Halloween Safety program to families in the county. As in years past, they will provide free glow-inthedark bracelets to children to wear on Halloween night while trick-or-treating — a fun way to make kids more visible to drivers as well as other pedestrians. New this year, free reflective candy bags also will be available (while supplies last). Bracelets and bags can be obtained from select State Farm agents’ offices and the ambulance district’s headquarters facility throughout October. A list of participating agents can be found at www.SCCAD.com. In addition, the Ambulance District will partner with St. Charles City-County Library District to offer a series of Halloween Safety presentations for children & parents. Along with trick-or-treat safety tips, the presentations will include a tour of an ambulance and story time. Please note that advance registration is requested for the presentations. Parents may register their children at www. YOURANSWERPLACE.org.

Halloween Howl for the Homeless This event begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 27th. A Children’s “Monster Mile” Fun Run will follow at 9:45 a.m. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the best costumes in numerous categories. Both events take place on the campus of the St. Charles Community College in Cottleville, MO. Registration for either event can be done at: http:// is.gd/howlforthehomeless. Registration for either event is $25 (inclusive of cotton shirt) and $30 (inclusive of Tec shirt). Family entries are available at a cost of $90 and include entry for four participants and four cotton shirts. An awards ceremony will follow with awards going to the top three overall male/female winners, as well as the top 3 male/female winners in each class. All participants in the Monster Mile will receive an award. The Halloween Howl for the Homeless and Children’s Monster Mile are vital fundraisers for the Care Service and community support is essential for the ongoing mission of the Care Service.

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The Great Pumpkin Festival Morning Star Church to Offer Free Fall Family Event The Great Pumpkin Festival to Feature ‘Pumpkin Chunkin’ On Sunday, Oct. 14 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. With activities such as hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a chili cook-off, pumpkin chunkin and bon fires to roast marshmallows, the Great Pumpkin Festival will appeal to individuals and families of all ages. Free to the community. For more info visit www. mscwired.org.

CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

New members are welcomed at the September General Membership Meeting held at Old Hickory!

Good times and networking at the September Business After Hours.

Erin, Mark and Cindy have fun showing off the merchadise at the Hubler Auto Plaza ribbon cutting.

Delmar Gardens hosted a fabulous Business After Hours this month.

Mike Hurlbert congratulates the owners of Look! Shops at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Over 130 members at the September Monthly Membership Meeting!

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