December 2010
SOUTH SHELBY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
KALEIDOSCOPE
Columbiana • Chelsea • Harpersville • Westover • Wilsonville • Vincent
Upcoming Events
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4 Columbiana Tour of Homes 11 Columbiana Children’s Shopping Day 11 Westover Christmas Parade 11 Lay Lake Christmas Parade 18 Christmas Shopping Day 18 Chelsea Christmas Parade
Luncheon Reflections
Dear Chamber Member:
Stacy Walkup Executive Director
It’s your choice….Choose Shelby County. When it gets right down to it, we can make a difference in our local economy when we choose to shop local this Holiday Season. What can we do and why does it matter? Here are some tips that might help answer these questions. Money spent local stays local. By shopping locally, you simultaneously create jobs, fund more city and county services through sales tax, invest in neighborhood improvement and promote community development. Local businesses contribute to the community. Studies show that Ninety-one percent of local business owners contribute to their community, including schools, nonprofits and community groups, by volunteering and making donations. Receive Extra attention, quality service and unique buying choices. Research shows that small business owners compete by focusing on customer service and quality goods. Local business employees take the time to get to know their customers. Local shops create distinctive shopping experiences and respond more quickly to the need of local customers. They offer unique sales and hosts open houses providing refreshments, and good cheer. Bring in your list and your local retailer will gladly assist you in meeting your needs. Supporting Local business supports your neighbors. Local businesses are generally owned by people who live locally and are part of our community. Shopping local saves you money and it is part of Going Green. Choosing to shop locally first saves you gas and travel time which equates to money saved. Entrepreneurship. Local entrepreneurship fosters economic innovation and prosperity. The success of locally owned, independent businesses provided real-life inspiration to our young people, providing that they can stay in Shelby County and prosper on their own terms. Shop Local…. It Matters! In an increasingly standardized world, it is important to support what is unique and special about our communities. We feel strongly that the support, retention and expansion of our local businesses will only enhance our overall economic future of our communities. Visit our website for a complete listing of our chamber directory online at www.southshelbychamber.com. Visit our Retail, Specialty Shops, & Gifts category online! Wishing you and your family a safe and Happy Holiday Season!
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neW chAMBeR MeMBeRs *New Members
*Ruby Slippers In-Home Care, Inc. Christal Hill-Owner/Director 39321 Hwy 25, Suite 700 Harpersville, Alabama 35078 205-642-9155 Ruby-Slippers.info In Home Care Christal Hill, Owner/Director offers the following services: Housekeepers, bath aides, meal prep, transportation, medication assistance, sitters & companions. *Creative Ads Don & Rita Siks/ Johnny Molina 808 Shady Oak Lane Alabaster, Alabama 35007 205-678-9996 reta@teachingtape.com Creative Ads offers graphic
design services and they specialize in advertising layouts for menus, magazines, and businesses. *Birmingham Bail Bondsman Levert Jackson 113 C West College Street Columbiana, Alabama 35051 205-669-9511 205-531-1043 24 Hour Service 205-669-9521 fax www.birminghambailbonds.net Located in Columbiana Alabama Levert Jackson, 32 years experience he is the only National Certified Bail Agent in our Area. In Addition he offers Virtual Offices for Small Businesses with Fax Service, Copies, Coffee Cubical Rentals and Conference Room Access
BOARD MEMBERS
President Tim Prince Shelby County Newspapers, Inc.
and Free Wi-Fi. *Sew Close to Home Sue Garrett 39747 Hwy 25 Harpersville, Alabama 35078 205-672-9374 Located in Harpersville, Sew Close to Home specializes in Children’s Fabric, monogramming and appliquéing, children’s patterns, heirloom sewing supplies and sewing classes. Check them out on their Face Book page Sew Close to Home. *Yogurt Your Way Miranda Carter, Owner 10569 Old Highway 280 Chelsea, Alabama 35043 205-678-8484 Miranda Carter and her brother Jeremy Carter own and run
2ndVice President Brenda Frias Alabama Power
3rd Vice President Donna Smelcer Shelby Baptist Medical Center
Johnny Rays in Chelsea together and they recently expanded the space to include self serve yogurt. Look for current frozen yogurt flavors on their Face Book page on Yogurt Your Way. *Family of Hair Kristi Lael 16054 Hwy 280 Ste 1400 Chelsea, Alabama 35043 205-678-5957 Located in Chelsea, Alabama, Family of Hair offers services for the entire family. Color, cut, waxing, ear piercing. Walk ins are welcome. Packages available. *Bob Sauers, Individual Member Columbiana, Alabama
Secretary Faye McGuire Frontier Bank
Treasurer Andrew Brown Brown Lumber & Building Supply
Richard Cook Busy Hands Framing and Gifts
City Government
Board Advisors
Evan Major Shelby County Schools (Ret.)
Mayor Earl Niven, Becky Landers Chelsea
Susan Stivers
Linda Wren AT&T Dr. Ben Smith Smith Chiropractic Billy Ray Jones Bryant Bank Robert Jackson Bridges Historic Shelby Association John Browning Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC Jon Lauderdale Alagasco Edwin Brasher First United Security Bank Kevin Morris M&F Bank
Mayor Allan Lowe Gina Antonlini Columbiana Mayor Theoangelo Perkins Jackie Ingram Harpersville Della Pender MT Laurel Mayor Ray McCallister Joy Marler Vincent Mayor Rosemary Liveoak Kay Ray Wilsonville Mayor Mark McLaughlin Wayne Jones Westover
Penny Kovakas Kovakas Realty Gerie Kelley
Executive Director Stacy Walkup
4 Luncheon RefLections November Luncheon Reflection Thanksgiving was celebrated among chamber members at the monthly membership meeting on November 4, 2010. President Tim Prince welcomed everyone and Lori Carden, Interim Pastor of CUMC gave the invocation for the wonderful meal catered by Bernie’s on Main and sponsored by Regions Bank. Chamber recognized Helen Dean, Ellen Brechin/RSVP Volunteer and Ben Corbitt as the chambers office team. Congressman Spencer Bachus was our guest speaker and Victor Brown, Director of Workforce Development for the Birmingham Business Alliance Region IV Initiative gave a brief overview of the upcoming program of work. Businesses at the EXPO were: Alabama Power Company, American Cancer Society, American Tree Maintenance, Chelsea Orthodontics, Family of Hair, Magnolia Meadows Golf Course, Regions Bank, Ruby Slippers in Home Care, Snap Fitness, Sullivan Communications, and the University of Montevallo. Chamber Volunteers and Ambassadors are always the helpers that assist by volunteering their time and talents at the luncheons. Tables were beautifully decorated by Peggy Wood, Novella Club of Columbiana & a Master Gardener of Shelby County.
AN ADDED MEMBER BENEFIT
5 chAMBeR MeMBeRshiP Free Advertising, Promotion, and Referral Services: The Chamber refers potential customers to member businesses only. The Business Directory Serves double duty as a Tourism Guide, designed to showcase businesses in the South Shelby County Area. Business Directory: The Directory is a quick and easy reference guide that encourages local residents and newcomers to do business with Chamber members. Each member receives two listings: alphabetical and service oriented. Sponsorship Opportunities: The Chamber is pleased to offer a variety of cost-effective opportunities for you to promote your business; The Coffee with the Mayors Breakfasts, The Chamber Luncheons, Community Events, Creative Arts Antiques and Business Show, Golf Tournament and Silent Auction and Gala, and Annual Diamond Awards Ceremony. Tourism: The Chamber OfďŹ ce will offer information about tourist attractions, dining establishments, shops, and overnight accommodations. This will also be communicated in our annual comprehensive guide and directory. Education: Supporting Local Education. The Chamber sponsors a Student Scholarship Program. Networking Opportunities: Socializing with Chamber Members directly beneďŹ ts any business or profession in terms of good will and networking. *The Monthly Luncheons and the *Quarterly Coffee with the Mayors are offered throughout the year. Business Advocacy & Promotion: The Chamber promotes the area at the local, state, and national levels. Our Chamber works with our Local and State Legislative Leaders in communicating and advocating the interest of business for our areas. Promoting members and offering discounts on advertising with the Shelby County Reporter in the Chamber Newsletter and for Chamber Members on the Shop South Shelby Website. Chamber Newsletter Subscription: Your membership includes a complimentary subscription to The Kaleidoscope, which is in the Shelby County Reporter Newspaper. Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Openings: The Chamber assists members with grand openings, ground breaking ceremonies, ribbon cuttings and open houses. Calendar of Events: Monthly & Yearly calendar listings via the Web Site for community events and business openings. 2011 will include Scheduled Workshops & Educational Seminars for Chamber members. Internet Exposure: Your business information will be available 24/7, 365 days a year worldwide via our Web site and a link to your Web site. In as of December 2009-13,268 and 11,425 thru October 2010 unique visits (which is individual computers) the Chamber Web Site received more than hits.
hAPPeninGs & eVents
Dec. 4 Columbiana Tour of Homes & Christmas Parade 11 am-2 pm Parade starts @ 1pm
Dec. 11 Children’s Shopping Day Shelby Count y Arts Council 11 am -3 pm
shelbycountytourism.org shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Dec. 18 South Shelby County Christmas Shopping Day
Dec. 11 Westover Christmas Parade 10 am
checK out MoRe eVents:
Lay Lake Parade Beeswax 5:15 Paradise Point 5:50 Cedar Creek 6:30 Okomo Marina 7 Bozo’s Marina 7:30
as 8 Dec. 1 a Christm e Chels e Parad 10am
hAPPeninGs & eVents Chelsea Kiwanis Club & Frontier Bank team up with Winn Dixie
Shelby Counties, Shelby Volunteers in Service enjoy annual party and awards ceremony. Directed by Marvin Copes and held in Calera over 350 participants
Ribbon cutting at Ruby Slippers InHome Care is Now Open in Harpersville
Ribbon cutting Family of Hair Now Open in Chelsea
Ribbon cutting at Sew Close Home Now Open in Harpersville.
SSCC & SCH Society’s Veterans Day Program!
South Shelby County Mayors Association
88 uPcoMinG chAMBeR Luncheon
December 2, 2010 Location: Columbiana United Methodist Church 200 North Main Street, Columbiana Keynote Speaker: Diamond Awards Luncheon Sponsor: * Shelby County Reporter *Alabama Power Company *AT&T *Bryant Bank *Dixie Printing *M&F Bank *Shelby County Extension Price: $10.00 *Networking begins at 11:30am
Shop Local...It Matters New Resident Welcome Basket for the Communities of Columbiana, Chelsea, Harpersville, Vincent, Westover and Wilsonville. Call the Chamber office at 205-669-9075 for your FREE welcome basket.
South Shelby Chamber of Commerce’s 5th Annual Diamond Awards Ceremony At this elegant affair- Dec 2 at the Columbiana United Methodist Church (program begins at 11:30am) - more than 100 guests will welcome the incoming executive committee of the Chamber, honor and recognize outstanding chamber members with the “Diamond Awards” of excellence to the Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year and the Ambassador of the Year. The South Shelby Chamber of Commerce’s Diamond Awards Ceremony is a celebration of the year’s achievements and a look at what’s on the horizon for the South Shelby Chamber of Commerce. These awards are sponsored by Alabama Power Company, AT&T, Bryant Bank, M&F Bank, Shelby County Reporter, Dixie Printing, and Shelby County Extension. RSVP to 205-669-9075, or visit www. southshelbychamber.com