Events for August 2015
The Shelby County Chamber
Aug 1    Summer Lovin' Romance Conference Author Panel Discussions
9:00am - 9:45am Morning Reception 10:00am - 11:00am - Group 1 - Becoming a Young Adult Author- Ingrid Seymour Location: Classroom - Bodice Ripping and Bra Burning: Finding Feminism in Romance Novels - Kimberly Lang Location: Conference Room - Finding Love While Dodging Bullets & Other Dangers: the Romantic Suspense novel - Dianna Love, Gayle Wilson and Carla Swafford Location: Meeting Room 11:15am - 12:15pm - Group 2 - So You Want to Be a Romance Author? - Nancee Cain, Carla Swafford and Kimberly Lang Location: Classroom - Evolution of the Romance Writer: Genre Shifting and Navigating the Changing Face of Publishing - Peggy Webb Location: Conference Room - The Appeal of the Alpha Male: Why Do Strong Intelligent Women Love Them? - Lexi George Location: Meeting Room 12:30pm - 1:15pm Lunch | Location: Meeting Room 1:30pm - 3:00pm Booksignings | Location: Meeting Room
Date: August 1, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.summer-lovin
Location: North Shelby Library
Contact: Michelyn Reid
EMail: nsref@shelbycounty-al.org
Date/Time Details: 9:00am-3:00pm
Fees/Admission: $10.00 per person.
Aug 4    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: August 4, 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
Aug 5    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: August 5, 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
Aug 5    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: August 5, 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
Aug 6    Ribbon Cutting- Farmer's Summerlin Agency
Please join us to celebrate the NEW location of the SUMMERLIN Agency in Alabaster.   
Date: August 6, 2015
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: They are located at 126 1st Avenue West, Alabaster, AL, 35007   
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 6    Intro to Business Golf for Men
Our "Introduction to Business Golf for Men - Part 1" is a 90 minute workshop just right for anyone who is beginning to learn the basic fundamentals of golf, and how it can be used to enhance business and personal relationships. This course is held within a classroom setting within the Innovation Depot's Executive Conference Room at 1500 First Avenue North, Downtown Birmingham, AL 35203. Topics covered in the Introduction to Business Golf for Men Workshop Series: Fundamentals of Golf Scoring Golf Etiquette Clubs & Club Fitting Attire Business & Networking Strategies using Golf Classes are held on Thursday evenings from 6PM until 7:30PM CST.
Date: August 6, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://sistergolf.com
Location: Innovation Depot's Executive Conference Room at 1500 First Avenue North, Downtown Birmingham, AL 35203.
Contact: 205-564-2040
EMail: support@sistergolf.com
Fees/Admission: $99
Aug 6    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 6, 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
Aug 6    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 6, 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
Aug 7    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: August 7, 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
Aug 7    Groove Daddy in Concert
Marc Phillips and Groove Daddy
High energy performance by one of Birmingham's most loved bands.  Enjoy their energetic and eclectic blend of R & B, Rock & Roll, Ballads, Blues, Funk, Motown, and Contemporary Gospel.  
Doors open at 7:00pm, show starts at 7:30pm
Tickets $20.00

 
Date: August 7, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/585/Groove+Daddy.htm
Location: Shelby County Arts Council, 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 8, 2015, 7:30pm
Fees/Admission: $20.00
Aug 8    Groove Daddy
Get ready to get up and dance along with Groove Daddy! These guys play everything from original songs to R&B, Funk, Rock and everything in between. Their energy and passion for music will have you dancing in the aisles!
Date: August 8, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council, Columbiana, AL
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 8, 2015, doors open at 7pm, show begins at 7:30pm.
Fees/Admission: Tickets $20
Aug 10    Ribbon Cutting- APH Radio
Please join us to WELCOME the ONLY Radio Station  in Shelby County to Alabaster!
We will be having a Ribbon Cutting at 10AM followed by tours and an Open house. If you can’t make the Ribbon Cutting, no problem! Stop by anytime that day to get a tour and check APH’s new home.
 
Date: August 10, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: They are located at 217 1st Street Suite C, Alabaster, AL 35007.

If you are on highway 31 heading from Pelham to Alabaster you will pass a BBQ restaurant on your Right. It is above Salon 5 on your right.
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: Aubri@shelbychamber,org
Aug 11    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: August 11, 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
Aug 11    "Eggs & Issues Breakfast" to Feature Washington Update from The Honorable Jeff Sessions
"EGGS & ISSUES BREAKFAST"
FEATURING A WASHINGTON UPDATE WITH THE
HONORABLE
JEFF SESSIONS
(U.S. Senator, Alabama)
 
Tuesday, August 11
@
Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
(500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, AL 35124)
7:15AM - 8:30AM
 
Jeff Sessions, United States Senator for Alabama, was overwhelmingly elected to a fourth term in November 2014. During the 114th Congress, Senator Sessions is serving on the following Senate committees: "Armed Services", "Budget", "Environment & Public Works" and "Judiciary".  He is also Chair of two key Senate Sub-Committees: "Strategic Forces" and "Immigration and the National Interest".
 
Senator Sessions will join us to provide a Washington update for attendees. Time permitting we will open the floor to questions from those attending.
 
This event is co-hosted by the collaborative partnership between the Calera, Greater Shelby County and Montevallo chambers of commerce.

The investment, which includes breakfast, is $15 per person for Chamber members and $25 for “Future” members.

Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce ShelbyOne investors receive one complimentary registration. Contact the Chamber.

Registration is requested by Monday, August 10 to ensure seating, so please contact the Chamber via e-mail at info@shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or use register online above.
Date: August 11, 2015
Time: 7:15 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
500 Amphitheater Drive, Pelham
EMail: info@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday August 11, 2015
7:15AM until 8:30AM
Fees/Admission: $15 Chamber members
$25 for “Future” members
Reservations requested by Monday, August 10 to ensure seating.
Aug 11    Greater Shelby Chamber - Go & Grow Workshop: "Sales Management Success"
Greater Shelby Chamber Go & Grow Workshop: “Sales Management Success”

The August Go & Grow Workshop -- sponsored by Spectrum Business and facilitated by Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone -- will provide strategies and action steps on how to manage yourself – or an entire team – to greatness.  Topics covered during this hands-on and interactive workshop include:

- Building Action Plans,
- Training Programs That Work,
- Knowing What To Track & How To Give Feedback,
- Rewarding & Recognizing To Build Results,
- And More!

The workshop will be on August 11 from 11:30AM until 2:00PM at the Chamber. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber members ($20 for “Future” members).

To ensure we have a proper headcount, please make reservations by August 10 for this workshop by contacting Brooke White, the Chamber’s Director of Business Development & Support via e-mail at brooke@shelbychamber.org or by calling 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: August 11, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/business-support-center/workshops-seminars/
Location: Greater Shelby Chamber Office
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
663-4542
Contact: Brooke White, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, August 11
11:30AM until 2:00PM
Reservations requested by August 10 as lunch will be served.
 
Fees/Admission: $10 Chamber members
$20 for “Future” members
Aug 11    Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship Program
Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship Program

The Chamber’s Entrepreneur & Small Business Mentorship program, sponsored by Spectrum Business, is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners in a variety of ways.

Typically the second Tuesday of each month from 8:00AM until 11:00AM, (although date & times may vary based on Chamber events) Michael Smith with the The Great, The Good and The Gone will be available for a one-on-one confidential meeting with any entrepreneur or small business owner to discuss opportunities, challenges or any other issue they may be facing.

Appointments are required so please call Brooke Story, the Chamber’s Director of Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105 for availability during that timeframe.  Appointments are usually 45 minutes to one hour in length.
Date: August 11, 2015
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
1301 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Brooke White, 663-4542 ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Second Tuesday - Monthly
2:00PM until 5:00PM
By appointment.
Fees/Admission: No charge.
Aug 12    Ribbon Cutting Advanced Weight Loss Pelham
Please join us as we welcome Advanced Weight Loss to Pelham!
Date: August 12, 2015
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: They are located at 2691 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, 35124. 
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: Aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 12    Ribbon Cutting Advanced Weight Loss Calera
Please join us as we celebrate the GRAND OPENING of Advanced Weight Loss in Calera.       
Date: August 12, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location:  136 MarketPlace Circle, Calera, 35040
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: Aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 12    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: August 12, 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
Aug 13    Greater Shelby Chamber - CoffeeNet at The Egg & I
Join the Chamber for "CoffeeNet" at The Egg & I

Be sure to mark your calendar for Thursday, August 13 and join us The Egg & I, 5479 Highway 280, Ste. 128, Birmingham from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet!  The morning meeting is designed for members to enjoy networking, coffee, and light refreshments -- all before heading to the office.

CoffeeNet events, sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc., 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 Wednesday, August 12 to assist in preparation.

Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or use Registration Online.
Date: August 13, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/coffeenet/
Location: The EGG & I
5479 Highway 280, Ste. 128
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 874-9607(205) 874-9607
Contact: Aubri McClendon - 663-4542
EMail: Aubri@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: August 13
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: No cost.
Reservations requested by August 12.
Aug 13    Drinks on the Links
Join SisterGolf for a Happy Hour like no other. Drinks on the Links will begin on January 8th, and continue every 2nd and 4th Thursday. This event will feature 90 minutes of hands on golf instruction with Max Doster, Golf Professional at Highland Park Golf Course. Immediately afterwards, enjoy drink specials in the clubhouse, and network with fellow Birmingham area professionals. Please feel free to bring your own clubs or we will have some available for your use. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Dress code: Golf Attire.
Date: August 13, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://sistergolf.com
Location: Highlands Park 3300 Highland Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact: 205-564-2040
EMail: support@sistergolf.com
Fees/Admission: $35-40
Aug 13    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 13, 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
Aug 13    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 13, 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
Aug 14    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: August 14, 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
Aug 14    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: August 14, 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
Aug 14    Visiting Author: Kyle Hannah

The Shelby County Arts Council Welcomes author R. Kyle Hannah for an author talk and book signing on August 14, 2015 at 6pm. Admission is free.

R. Kyle Hannah has served in the US Military for over 28 years as a Finance Officer, Logistics Officer and a host of other positions. He is slated to retire in 2015 and hopes to devote more time to writing.

His love for writing stems from a love for reading, especially sci-fi and fantasy. His favorite authors include Robert Heinlein, John Scalzi and William C Dietz.

He is the author of several short stories and three novels: ASSASSIN'S GAMBIT, TIME ASSASSINS, and TO AID AND PROTECT. He has several projects in the works, including HARVEST DAY, THE JAKE CUTTER CONSPIRACY, HYPERION, and ATLANTIS FALLING.

He is married with two children and lives in the suburbs of Birmingham, Alabama.

The event is sponsored in part by: The Alabama Humanities Foundation and the Daniel Foundation.

Date: August 14, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council, 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 14, 2015
Fees/Admission: Free
Aug 14    Visiting Writer Series-Kyle Hannah

On August 14th R. Kyle Hannah stops by with his latest novel in the Time Assassins series, Assassin's Gambit. Along with serving in the military, Hannah has penned several short stories and three novels. As an avid reader of sci-fi and fantasy, Hannah was inspired to write his own fictional stories. Assassin's Gambit weaves time travel, history, action and adventure in to one exciting novel. You will be up until the wee hours of the morning with this story!

Date: August 14, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council
Contact: 205.669.0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: 8.14.15 @ 6pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Aug 15    Beach Music with Panama Jack and the Hangouts
A great night of music that you can dance and bop to!  Panama Jack and the Hangouts play your favorite hits from "My Girl" to "Under the Boardwalk".  Bring your dancing shoes and a friend for a fun night out. 
 
Date: August 15, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 15, 2015 at 7:30pm
Fees/Admission: $20
Aug 17 - Dec 14    Beginning Bridge classes
Beginning bridge lessons; refresher skills for players that have been away from the game.
Date: August 17, 2015
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.bridgewebs.com/birmingham
Location: Birmingham Duplicate Bridge Club 144 Business Center Drive Birmingham AL 35244
Contact: Dianne Wammack, Marketing 205 560-0706
EMail: diannewammack@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Aug 17, 2015 9:30 AM
Fees/Admission: $8.00 per session
Aug 18    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: August 18, 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
Aug 18    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: August 18, 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
Aug 18    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. (Unless changed by the Work Group.)

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: August 18, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Shelby County Instructional Services Center
601 First Street South
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 682-5910(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 (unless changed by the Work Group)
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: Volunteer opportunity.
Aug 18    Beginning Bridge lessons
Beginning bridge lessons; refresher for players that have been away from the game.
Date: August 18, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.bridgewebs.com/birmingham
Location: Birmingham Duplicate Bridge Club 144 Business Center Drive Birmingham, AL 35216
Contact: Dianne Wammack, Marketing 205 560-0706
EMail: diannewammack@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: August 18, 2015 6:30PM
Fees/Admission: $8.00 per session
Aug 20 - Aug 18    Greater Shelby Chamber - Quarterly Industry Tour at Alabama Power TAC Center
Quarterly Industry Tour to be Held at Alabama Power TAC Center

The Chamber's Existing Business & Industry Work Group is holding its next Quarterly Industry Tour, sponsored by Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., from 11:00AM until 1:00PM on August 20 at Alabama Power TAC (Technical Applications Center) - General Services Complex - Bldg. 7B, 744 County Road 87N, Calera.  Alabama Power’s Technology Applications Center (TAC) helps Alabama manufacturers improve quality, productivity, efficiency, and address environmental concerns.

The TAC provides advice and demonstrations of advanced manufacturing technology. Experts are able to assist with problem solving and evaluating what technology makes the most sense for your business – both technically and economically. They have production grade equipment available so you can conduct heating, drying or curing tests using your products and materials. All this helps you take the guesswork out of planning process improvements. Best of all, their services are free for their customers.

There is no cost to attend however reservations are requested by August 18. Participants will meet on-site and tour is limited to 20 attendees.

Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis and can be made by contacting Brooke Story at 663-4542, ext. 105, email brooke@shelbychamber.org or register online.
Date: August 20, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbychamber.org/default.asp?ID=58
Location: Alabama Power TAC
744 County Road 87N
Calera, AL
 
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Brooke White, Director of Business Development & Support 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: August 20
11:00AM until 1:00PM
Guests will meet on-site.
Fees/Admission: No cost.
Reservations requested by August 18.
First-come, first-served.
Aug 20    Intro to Business Golf for Men
Our "Introduction to Business Golf for Men - Part 1" is a 90 minute workshop just right for anyone who is beginning to learn the basic fundamentals of golf, and how it can be used to enhance business and personal relationships. This course is held within a classroom setting within the Innovation Depot's Executive Conference Room at 1500 First Avenue North, Downtown Birmingham, AL 35203. Topics covered in the Introduction to Business Golf for Men Workshop Series: Fundamentals of Golf Scoring Golf Etiquette Clubs & Club Fitting Attire Business & Networking Strategies using Golf Classes are held on Thursday evenings from 6PM until 7:30PM CST.
Date: August 20, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://sistergolf.com
Location: Innovation Depot's Executive Conference Room at 1500 First Avenue North, Downtown Birmingham, AL 35203.
Contact: 205-564-2040
EMail: support@sistergolf.com
Fees/Admission: $99
Aug 20    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 20, 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
Aug 20    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 20, 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
Aug 21    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: August 21, 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
Aug 21    All About Referrals - Greystone Open House
All About Referrals - Greystone
All About Referrals - Greystone
 
Please join us on August 21st at 8am as we network and share the opportunity of the All about referral membership and how it can help your business.

Breakfast and coffee will be served!

Location - Somerby  119
200 One Nineteen Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35242
2nd floor meeting room accessed thru the main entrance.
Date: August 21, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Location - Somerby  119
200 One Nineteen Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35242
2nd floor meeting room accessed thru the main entrance.
Date/Time Details: August 21st at 8am
 
Aug 21    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: August 21, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Contact: Brooke Story
EMail: brooke@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Monthly on the 3rd Friday
8:30AM until 10:30AM
Aug 22    A Lady with all the Answers: The Ann Landers Story

Wake up and smell the coffee! Award-winning actress Dolores Hydock stars in this funny and touching one-woman play that gives a behind-the-scenes look at the life and career of the outspoken, feisty, much-loved advice columnist Ann Landers. Written by: David Rambo

Doors open at 7:00pm.  Show starts at 7:30pm.  General Admission Seating.

Click to Order tickets, $20.00 

Date: August 22, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/387/Performance%3A+The+Lady+with+all+the+Answers%2C+Dolores+Hydock.htm
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 22, 2015 , 7:30pm
Fees/Admission: $20.00
Aug 22    The Lady with All the Answers-The Ann Landers Story

Shelby County Arts Council favorite Dolores Hydock returns to regale audiences with her unique storytelling and acting skills in The Lady with All the Answers-The Ann Landers Story. This one-woman play about the famous advice columnist shows us a glimpse into the life of a woman who shared her advice every morning to millions of readers. Join us for an entertaining evening with a multitalented storyteller. It will be an evening you won't want to miss!

Date: August 22, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Shelby County Arts Council
Contact: 205.669.0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 22, 2015. 7:30pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior to show.
Fees/Admission: $20
Aug 25    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: August 25, 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
Aug 26    GSCC August "Community Luncheon" - Shelby County Healthcare Professionals of the Year

GSCC August "Community Luncheon" to Recognize Shelby County Healthcare Professionals of the Year

The Greater Shelby Chamber’s August Community Luncheon will launch the inaugural Healthcare Professional of the Year Program and will be hosted by the Health Services Work Group.  This is an opportunity for us to recognize those individuals who have made an outstanding contribution in healthcare to our communities.  Nominations were accepted for any healthcare professional employed in the Shelby County area. The August “Community Luncheon” will be held on August 26 in the banquet hall at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena. Doors will open at 11:00AM for business networking and the program will begin promptly at 11:30AM.

Organizations in the Healthcare Industry will be participating in the Showcase Feature which is held during the networking prior to the program.

The investment is $20 per person for Chamber members and $30 per person for “Future” members and includes a luncheon buffet. Reservations requested by noon on Monday, August 24. Please contact the Chamber at info@shelbychamber.org , by telephone at 663-4542 or use Online Registration.
Date: August 26, 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: August 26
11:00AM until 1:00PM
Reservations requested by August 24.
Fees/Admission: $20 members of the Greater Shelby Chamber.
$30 "Future" members.
Aug 27    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: August 27, 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
Aug 27    Ribbon Cutting- Alpha Dawg Pet Sitting
Join us for the 2 year celebration of Alpha Dawg Pet Sitting! 
Date: August 27, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: The event will be held at Mt.Laurel's Dog park at the corner of Kessler Street and Abbott Avenue.
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 27    Drinks on the Links
Join SisterGolf for a Happy Hour like no other. Drinks on the Links will begin on January 8th, and continue every 2nd and 4th Thursday. This event will feature 90 minutes of hands on golf instruction with Max Doster, Golf Professional at Highland Park Golf Course. Immediately afterwards, enjoy drink specials in the clubhouse, and network with fellow Birmingham area professionals. Please feel free to bring your own clubs or we will have some available for your use. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Dress code: Golf Attire.
Date: August 27, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://sistergolf.com
Location: Highland Park Golf Course 3300 Highland Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact: 205-564-2040
EMail: support@sistergolf.com
Fees/Admission: $35-40
Aug 27    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 27, 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
Aug 27    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: August 27, 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
Aug 28    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: August 28, 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
Aug 28    Ribbon Cutting- Party Art
Please join us as we celebrate the NEW location of Party Art.
Date: August 28, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: They are located at 811 Creekside Court, Helena 
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 28    Ribbon Cutting- HDC
Please join to celebrate the GRAND OPENING of  HDC with a Ribbon Cutting.
Date: August 28, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: 8051 US Hwy 31, Calera 35040
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 28    Ribbon Cutting- The Petal Cart
Please join us as we celebrate the GRAND OPENING of the Petal Cart
Date: August 28, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: They are located at 136 Bowling Lane, Pelham, 335124
Contact: Aubri McClendon 663-4542
EMail: aubri@shelbychamber.org
Aug 28    Damon Johnson: Solo Acoustic Concert

Legendary Rocker Damon Johnson brings his acoustic show for one night only the SCAC!  Damon Johnson's credits include: Whisky Falls, Brother Cane, Thin Lizzy, Alice Cooper and The Black Star Riders. All seats general admission. 

Doors open at 7:00pm.  Show starts at 7:30pm.  General Admission Seating.

Click to order tickets, $25.00 

Date: August 28, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Website: https://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/915/Performance%3A+Damon+Johnson%2C+Acoustic.htm
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: 205 669 0044
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: August 28, 2015 at 7:30pm. Doors open at 7:00pm
Fees/Admission: $25. 00
Aug 29 - Aug 30    Stop The Abuse Awareness Road (S.T.A.A.R.)
2015's STAAR is the inaugural ride benefiting Royal Family KIDS Camp 218, who has been awarded a State of Alabama Governor's Commendation, recognizing Royal Family KIDS Camps for their dedication in confronting child abuse and helping to change the lives of abused, neglected and abandoned kids in the State of Alabama. This is a statewide ride from Huntsville to Gulf Shores. You can start in Huntsville or join the ride at any of the 7 stops along the I-65 route, as riders from all over the state come together to bring awareness to the 5,000 children in foster care in Alabama. All money raised will go directly to the kids. Royal Family KIDS camps are completely staffed by unpaid volunteers.
Date: August 29, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Website: http://www.palmerdale.royalfamilykids.com
Location: Rocket City Harley Davidson 15100 Alabama 20 Madison, Alabama 35756 256-340-7333
Contact: Cindy Colvin 205-681-9766 ext 10
EMail: cindyc@rfk218.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, August 29, 2015 10:00 AM
Fees/Admission: $40 Registration per bike, includes 1 official STAAR patch, lunch at Heart of Dixie Harley Davidson in Pelham and concert at Lulu's in Gulf Shores. Additional Patch: $8 T-shirts: Short Sleeve $15 Long Sleeve $20 Discounted lodging is available through the Gulf Shores Sports Commission by following this link: http://www.gulfshores.com/sports/events-special-rates/details.aspx?id=21180 Visit: www.palmerdale.royalfamilykids.com for more information