Events for July 2015
The Shelby County Chamber
Jul 1    Greater Shelby Chamber - Ambassadors Meeting
Greater Shelby Chamber Ambassadors Meeting

The Ambassadors meet the first Wednesday of each month at the Chamber office in an effort to stay up to date on Chamber programs and happenings to assist fellow Chamber members.  Thank you to the YMCA Alabaster for sponsoring the 2015 Ambassador Program.

This is an Ambassadors only meeting.

If you are interested in being part of the Ambassador Program please contact Aubri McClendon at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: July 1, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/chamber-programs/ambassador-program/
Location: Greater Shelby Chamber Office
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
663-4542
Contact: Aubri McClendon, Director Membership & Marketing
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: First Wednesday of each month
11:30AM until 1:00PM
Fees/Admission: $115 Annual Investment
Jul 1    Greater Shelby Chamber - Small Business Work Group
Greater Shelby Chamber Small Business Work Group

Promote the economic success of small businesses through a variety of events, seminars and workshops.  Organize annual “Small Business Celebration” activities.  If you are interested in serving on the Small Business Work Group contact Brooke Story, Director, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: July 1, 2015
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Greater Shelby Shelby Office
1301 County Services Dr.
Pelham, AL 35124
663-4542
Contact: Brooke Story, Director, Business Development & Support, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 1st Wednesday of each month
4:00PM until 5:00PM
Fees/Admission: Volunteer
Jul 2    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 2, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 2    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 2, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 4    Morgan Creek Winery Presents Music and Fireworks in the Vineyard
Join us in the vineyard this July 4th for a dynamic concert event. Enjoy wine tastings, winery tours, BBQ and spectacular fireworks! Music starts at 6:00 p.m. and fireworks will wow at 9:30 p.m. Bring a blanket and chairs for the perfect spot in the vineyard. $10 per person at the gate and ages 12 & under free. VIP tables are available $30 per table and seat up to eight people.
Date: July 4, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.facebook.com/Morgan Creek Winery
Location: Morgan Creek Vineyards 181 Morgan Creek Lane Harpersville, AL 35078
Contact: 205.672.2053 to reserve VIP tables instagram @morgancreekvineyards 205.672.2053 winery telephone
EMail: info@morgancreekwinery.com
Date/Time Details: July 4th, 2015 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $10 per person at the gate and ages 12 & under free. VIP tables are available $30 per table and seat up to eight people.
Jul 6    Iron Tribe Fitness 280 - Try the Tribe Class
Interested in trying Iron Tribe Fitness? Come to our Try the Tribe Class for a workout that will give you a fantastic taste of our group fitness program!

IRONTRIBE Fitness
Date: July 6, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: https://www.facebook.com/IronTribeHwy280?fref=ts
Location: 5029 Highway 280, Suite 102
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 873-2135
Contact: whitney@irontribefitness.com 205.873.2135
EMail: whitney@irontribefitness.com
Fees/Admission: 1st Class is FREE
Jul 8    Greater Shelby Chamber - Existing Business & Industry Work Group
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Existing Business & Industry Work Group

Recognize and support local industries through tours, legislative actions, seminars and other appropriate means. Organize the annual Industry Appreciation Event held in February. Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 8:30AM @ Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc. unless the Work Group decides otherwise.

If you are interested in serving on the Existing Business & Industry Work Group, contact Brooke Story, Director of Business Support and Development 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: July 8, 2015
Time: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc.
3535 Grandview Parkway, Suite 500
Birmingham, AL 35243
Contact: Brooke Story, Director, Business Development & Support 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Wednesday each month.
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Jul 9    Greater Shelby Chamber - July Business After Hours @ Jake's Southern & Caribbean Cafe

July Business After Hours Features Networking, Caribbean & Soul at Jake's Southern & Caribbean Cafe

Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 9 and join us at Jake's Southern & Caribbean Cafe, 3569 Pelham Parkway, Pelham from 5:30PM until 7:00PM for Shelby County’s best business networking event! Jake's takes Caribbean & Soul dishes to a whole new level. The atmosphere is so conducive for fun networking, nibbling on delectable dishes & enjoying cool refreshing beverages.

The Chamber’s quarterly Business After Hours -- sponsored by Shelby County Newspapers -- are a great way to make new business contacts – and have a little fun while you’re doing it!  The cost to attend is affordable – only $10 for Chamber members ($20 for “Future” members) – and that includes hot, heavy hors d’oeuvres and two complimentary beverages of your choice.

Advance reservations are requested by July 7, so please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542, via e-mail at info@shelbychamber.org or use online registration.

Business After Hours events are premier networking opportunities, offering members and guests the chance to meet business professionals representing products and services in a relaxed, social setting. Members attending have an opportunity to exchange business cards and become acquainted with other businesses throughout the community.  Bring plenty of business cards!
Date: July 9, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbychamber.org/default.asp?ID=109
Location: Jake's Southern & Caribbean Cafe Restaurant
3569 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 624-3315
Contact: Greater Shelby Chamber (205) 663-4542
Date/Time Details:
Thursday, July 9, 2015
5:30PM until 7:00PM
Fees/Admission: Investment: Chamber members $10 per person and $20 for “Future” members.  Advance reservations are requested by July 7.
Jul 9    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 9, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 9    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 9, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 10    Greater Shelby Chamber - Health Services Work Group
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Health Services Work Group

Promote the importance of good health, wellness and education for Shelby County businesses. Meets 2nd Friday of each month @ 8:30AM @ the Chamber office. If you are interested in serving on the Health Services Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Community and Workforce Development Manager, 663-4542, ext. 106.
Date: July 10, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Workforce Development Director 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Friday of each month.
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Jul 14    Greater Shelby Chamber - Education Work Group
Greater Shelby Chamber Education Work Group

Promote importance of career development and the promotion of a qualified workforce.  Organize “Keeping It Real” program, “Career Awareness Fair” and “Student & Teacher of the Year Awards” recognition.

Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 8:30AM @ Shelby County Instructional Services Center.

If you are interested in serving on the Education Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Director, Workforce & Community Development at 663-4542, ext. 106.
 
Date: July 14, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Shelby County Instructional Services Center
601 First Street South
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 682-5910
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Workforce Development 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Tuesday of each month
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: Volunteer opportunity.
Jul 14    Greater Shelby Chamber - CoffeeNet at Favorite Laundry
Join the Chamber for "CoffeeNet" at Favorite Laundry in Mt. Laurel

Be sure to mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 14 and join us at Favorite Laundry, 100 Croft Street, Mt. Laurel from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet.  The morning meeting, sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc.,  is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee and light refreshments -- all before heading to the office.

CoffeeNet events are a great way to make new business contacts so bring plenty of business cards.  There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by Monday, July 13 to assist in preparation.

Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or use online registration.
Date: July 14, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Favorite Laundry Retail | Consignment
100 Croft Street
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 533-7861(205) 533-7861
Contact: Aubri McClendon - 663-4542
EMail: Aubri@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: July 14
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: No cost.
RSVP requested by July 13.
Jul 16    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 16, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 16    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 16, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 21    Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur Roundtable I
Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur Roundtable I

The Entrepreneur Roundtable program is designed to provide hands-on assistance for small business owners.  The Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable I was established with business owners who meet each month.*

The Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable program is part problem-solving, part information-gathering and contacts building. Participating business owners from non-competing companies meet for a confidential, peer-to-peer forum each month to gain valuable insights into others' successes and achievements, and learn how to avoid the pitfalls of their mistakes. The Roundtable program is exclusive for the single individual responsible for the direction of the company and with the authority to make final decisions.

For additional information on the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable program – or an application to join Roundtable I – please contact Brooke Story by phone at 663-4542 ext. 105 or via e-mail at brooke@shelbychamber.org.  Click here to open a PDF of the Roundtable Charter.

*Time and location of meeting may change per the consensus of the group.
Date: July 21, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Contact Brooke Story for information.
663-4542, ext. 105
Contact: Brooke Story, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 3rd Tuesday of each month
Jul 22    Ribbon Cutting- Living Nurtured
Please join us to celebrate the GRAND Opening of Living Nurtured!    
Date: July 22, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: They are located at 21019 Highway 25 Columbiana, AL 35051   
Contact: Aubri McClendon 542-2665
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Jul 23    Greater Shelby Chamber - Governmental Affairs Work Group
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Work Group

Serve as the liaison between our elected officials at the local, state and federal levels and our membership, regarding business/commerce specific issues. Coordinate development of the Chamber’s annual Public Policy Agenda as well as Montgomery Drive-In and Washington Fly-In. Meets 4th Thursday of each month @ 8:30AM @ Sain Associates.

If you are interested in serving on the Chamber's Governmental Affairs Work Group contact Kirk Mancer, Chamber President & CEO at 663-4542.
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Sain Associates, Inc.
Two Perimeter Park South, Suite 500 East
Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 940-6420
Contact: Kirk Mancer, President & CEO 663-4542
EMail: kirk@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 4th Thursday of each month.
8:30AM until 9:00AM
Jul 23    McAlister's Deli of Pelham hosts 7th Annual Free Tea Day
McAlister's Deli Pelham FREE TEA DAY 2015
 


McAlister's Deli of Pelham will host their
7th Annual Free Tea Day on

Thursday, July, 23, 2015.

Stop in for a delicious FREE 32 oz. glass of McAlister's Famous Iced Tea.

McAlister's will be open from
10:30 am to 10:00pm.
Free Tea is an ALL DAY event.

Visit www.mcalistersdeli.com or follow us on
Facebook/McAlister's Deli - Pelham, AL.

 
office 205-985-9797
email pelham@mcalistersdeli.com
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.mcalistersdeli.com/
Location: McAlister's Deli
152 Bowling Lane
Pelham, AL 35244
Contact: 205-985-9797
EMail: pelham@mcalistersdeli.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July, 23, 2015
10:30am to 10:00pm
Fees/Admission: N/A
Jul 23    Greater Shelby Chamber - Membership Reception

Make Sure Your Organization Is Getting the Most Out of Its Chamber Membership

Learn how to maximize your membership investment in just one hour by joining us for our next Quarterly Membership Reception on Thursday, July 23 at the Chamber.

Whether you are a new member -- or a long-time Chamber member with some new employees -- we encourage you to make plans to join us so you can be sure you’re taking full advantage of your membership investment.

Sponsored by Rx Catering a complimentary luncheon and beverages will be provided. Reservations are requested, so please contact the Chamber via e-mail, phone at 663-4542 or use the Register Online button above.
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/chamber-programs/membership-receptions/
Location:
Greater Shelby Chamber
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Greater Shelby Chamber (205) 663-4542 or the RSVP line (205) 663-8923
EMail: info@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 23
11:30AM until 1:00PM
Reservations requested by July 21 as lunch will be served.
Fees/Admission:
No cost.
Reservations requested by July 21 as lunch will be served.
Jul 23    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 23    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 29    GSCC July "Community Luncheon" - State of Shelby County Schools

GSCC July "Community Luncheon" Features “State of Shelby County Schools”

The Chamber’s July Community Luncheon, sponsored by 280 Living, will feature a panel discussion featuring Dr. Wayne Vickers, Alabaster City Schools Superintendent, Dr. Scott Coefield, Pelham City Schools Superintendent and Mr. Randy Fuller Shelby County Schools Superintendent on the “State of the Schools Throughout Shelby County”and will be hosted by the Education Work Group. The Community Luncheon will be held on July 29 in the banquet hall at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena and is being catered by The Happy Catering Company. Doors will open at 11:00AM for business networking and the program will begin promptly at 11:30AM.

Organizations engaged in educational programs and activities are invited to participate in the Showcase Feature. Contact Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Workforce Development, with questions or for more details on availability for a Showcase Table at 663-4542. Ext. 106 or keyla@shelbychamber.org.

The investment is $20 per person for Greater Shelby Chamber members and $30 per person for “Future” members and includes a luncheon buffet. Reservations requested by Monday, July 27. Please contact the Chamber at info@shelbychamber.org, by telephone at 663-4542 use Online Registration.
Date: July 29, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/chamber-programs/membership-luncheons/
Location: Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
500 Amphitheater Drive, Pelham
Contact: (205) 663-4542
EMail: info@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: July 29
11:00AM until 1:00PM
RSVP requested by Monday, July 27
Fees/Admission: $20 members of the Greater Shelby Chamber.
$30 "Future" members.
Jul 30    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 30, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 30    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: July 30, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library 5521 Cahaba Valley Rd. Birmingham, AL 35242
Contact: Cecelia 205-439-5504
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Jul 31    SCAC Pottery Collective Opening Reception and Gallery Exhibit
Join the Shelby County Arts Council in welcoming back our artists for the 2nd Annual SCAC Pottery Collective Gallery Exhibit. The opening reception is August 7,  2015, from 6-8pm.
The SCAC Pottery collective is a group of potter?s whose roots begin with the Shelby County Arts Council.  The group?s purpose is two-fold. 
  • Support the Art of Pottery by offering continuing education classes
  • Support for individual artists in marketing their art by teaming together at gallery exhibits, art-shows and festivals.
Exhibiting in this year's show is:  Amy Pickens, Aprille Hayes, Candye Lundy, Karen Ingram, Peggy Wood, Sandra Annonio, Stephanie Dikis and Vickie Carter.
 We  hope you will join us at the opening, and bring your checkbook, all the artist?s pottery in the exhibit is for sale!  An added bonus?some artists are offering   ?Opening Night Specials?. 
 
Date: July 31, 2015
Time: 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council, 104 MIldred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: Sandra or Bruce, 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 7 - Opening Reception, 6-8pm Exhibit: August 7 to September 3, 2015. Gallery Hours 10am - 5pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Jul 31    Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur Roundtable II
Greater Shelby Chamber Entrepreneur Roundtable II

Building on the success of an exciting new program started in 2014, the Chamber is pleased to announce a second Entrepreneur Roundtable was established.

The Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable program, sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc. is part problem-solving, part information-gathering and contacts building. Participating business owners from non-competing companies meet for a confidential, peer-to-peer session each month to gain valuable insights into others' successes and achievements, and learn how to avoid the pitfalls of their mistakes. The Roundtable program is exclusive for the single individual responsible for the direction of the company and with the authority to make final decisions.

For additional information on the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable program – or for an application to join either Roundtable I or Roundtable II – please contact Brooke Story at 663-4542 ext 105.
Date: July 31, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Contact: Brooke Story
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Monthly typically the 3rd Friday - participants may change date and/ or location
8:30AM until 10:30AM
Jul 31    Summer Lovin' Romance Conference Dinner & Book Signing
Dianna Love, New York Times best selling author, will be the keynote speaker at this romance reader and writers' dinner on Friday, July 31st, 2015 at the North Shelby Library. Romance readers will get the chance to have dinner and chat with romance authors and other readers. Readers will also have an opportunity to win door prizes! Book signings will be after the dinner. Authors in attendance will be Dianna Love, Nancee Cain, Carla Swafford, Gayle Wilson, Lexi George, Ingrid Seymour, Kimberly Lang, Peggy Webb, Larynn Ford and more to be announced.
Date: July 31, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.summer-lovin
Location: North Shelby Library
Contact: Michelyn Reid
EMail: nsref@shelbycounty-al.org
Date/Time Details: Friday, July 31st/6:30pm
Fees/Admission: $10.00 per person