Events for December 2016
The Shelby County Chamber
Dec 1    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 1, 2016
Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 1    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 1, 2016
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
Dec 3    SCAC Annual Holiday Artist Market
Join us for the Annual Holiday Artist Market at the SCAC! This is a great opportunity to check out some talented artists from around the area as well as get some of your holiday shopping done! The unique and handcrafted artwork ranges from pottery to painting, gourd art, printmaking, and much much more!
Date: December 3, 2016
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://shelbycountyartscouncil.com/calendar.php
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: Contact us at 205-669-0044 or info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com. You can also visit us online at shelbycountyartscouncil.com for more information about this and other events, and to learn more about our Arts Council!
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: Dec. 3 from 9am to 3pm.
Fees/Admission: This event has free admission, but you'll want to bring your wallet to buy the wonderful pieces for sale!
Dec 3    Lego Club
The library provides the Legos, the kids provide the imagination and creativity. Families are welcome to drop in anytime between 10:00 and 11:00 to build spectacular creations. Creations will then go on display in the Children’s Department. All Ages Welcome. No registration is required.
Date: December 3, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 5    Toddler Tales
Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required
Date: December 5, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 6    Greater Shelby Chamber - Small Business Mentorship Program

Greater Shelby Chamber - Small Business Mentorship Program

The Chamber’s Small Business Mentorship program is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners in a variety of ways.

Typically the first Tuesday of each month from 8:00AM until 11:00AM, 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 Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105 for availability during that timeframe.  Appointments are usually 30-45 minutes in length.
Date: December 6, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/business-support-center/entrepreneur-mentorship-program/
Location: Greater Shelby Chamber
1301 County Services Dr.
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support 663-4542. ext. 105
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 1st Tuesday each month*
(*Unless otherwise noted.)
Fees/Admission: N/A
Dec 6    Baby Tales
A story time designed especially for babies and their caregivers. Stories and music provide interaction for the babies and time for caregivers to talk and share with each other.  Ages: Birth to 18 monthsRegistration Required.  Registration will begin one week prior to program date.  
Date: December 6, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:40 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 7    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: December 7, 2016
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 7    Greater Shelby Chamber - Ambassador Work Group

Greater Shelby Chamber Ambassadors Work Group

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 NobleBank & Trust for sponsoring the 2016 Ambassador Work Group.

This is an Ambassadors only meeting.

If you are interested in being part of the Ambassador Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Investor Development at 663-4542, ext. 106.

*Meeting date, time and location subject to change per Work Group.
Date: December 7, 2016
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: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Investor Development at 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: First Wednesday of each month
11:30AM until 1:00PM
Fees/Admission: Annual Investment $115
Dec 7    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 Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: December 7, 2016
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: Determined by Work Group.
Date/Time Details: 4:00PM until 5:00PM
1st Wednesday, Monthly
Dec 7    Annual Holiday Open House at Inline
Inline annual Holiday Open House

Please join us for our annual Holiday Open House at the Inline Lighting showroom. We will have appetizers and desserts, and tastings and pourings from The Beer Hog! Kick off the holiday season with your friends at Inline.
Date: December 7, 2016
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.inlinelighting.com
Location:
2721 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Stacey Summerville 205-982-7511
EMail: ssummerville@inlinelighting.com
Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, December 7
5-7 PM
Dec 8    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 8, 2016
Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 8    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 8, 2016
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
Dec 9    Greater Shelby Chamber - Keeping It Real @ Montevallo High School
Seeking Volunteers for "Keeping It Real" Program at Montevallo High School.

Montevallo High School freshman will get a perspective of what it cost to live in the adult world when the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce brings its ShelbyOne Initiative program "Keeping it Real" to the school on December 8 & 9.

The first day students learn the difference between gross and net income and the importance of budgeting.

The second day students visit 12 stations with their income worksheets to pay bills that corresponded with expenses. Volunteers are needed on the second day only.

The program is co-sponsored by The UPS Store Caldwell Mill Road and Central State Bank.

Keyla Handley, Community and Investor Development Director, is seeking volunteers for 1/2 - one day on Friday, December 9. Volunteers will manage a station (Ex: housing, groceries, clothing, insurance, education, child care, etc.) to assist 9th grade students as they "pay bills" and make "life choices" based on a random-assigned life scenario.

If you are interested in being a volunteer for a few hours or the day, please register now or call 663-4542 or email Keyla.

Volunteers would arrive at Montevallo High School as early as 7:30AM and the program would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch is provided for all volunteers.
 
Date: December 9, 2016
Time: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Montevallo High School
980 Oak Street
Montevallo, Alabama  35115
Contact: Keyla Handley, Community & Workforce Development Director 663-4542 ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 7:30AM until 3:00PM
Seeking volunteers for a few hours or all day.
Fees/Admission: Community service.
Dec 9    Charger Challenge Clay Shoot
Cornerstone Christian School is hosting a Clay Shoot.
Date: December 9, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Selwood Farms 706 Selwood Rd Alpine, AL 35014
Contact: Laurie Porter lporter@cornerstonechargers.com 205-669-7777
EMail: lporter@cornerstonechargers.com
Date/Time Details: December 9 8a - 12p
Fees/Admission: $100 plus mail 10 brochures OR $200 flat fee
Dec 9    Greater Shelby Chamber - Health Services Work Group

Greater Shelby Chamber Health Services Work Group

Promote the importance of good health, wellness and education for Shelby County businesses. Coordinate the ?Health Focus of the Month? in the Chamber newsletter, seminars on health-related topics and a ?Healthy Lifestyles Expo?.

If you are interested in being part of the Ambassador Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Investor Development at 663-4542, ext. 106.
Date: December 9, 2016
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: Determined by Work Group.
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Investor Development at 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Friday, Monthly
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Dec 9    An Elvis Christmas
Local favorite Elvis impersonator Terry Padgett returns to the SCAC Black Box Theater for an evening of fun and entertainment while singing all your favorite Holiday Elvis hits!
Date: December 9, 2016
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/741/Black+Box+Theatre%3A+An+Elvis+Christmas.htm
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: You can buy tickets online at https://goo.gl/zNcRcX, or by phone at 205-669-0044. If you have any questions, feel free to call, or email us at info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com.
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: Dec. 9, with doors opening at 7 and music starting at 7:30.
Fees/Admission: Tickets are $20, with reserved seating available for SCAC members.
Dec 10    Breakfast with Santa
Join us for a great time of food, fun, and pictures with Santa. Breakfast will be from 9:00 – 9:30. Pictures with Santa and a Christmas craft will be 9:30 - 10:30. Tickets are $5.00 per person, and is due at the time of registration. Please call or visit the library for to purchase tickets. All Ages are welcome.  
Date: December 10, 2016
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 11    Three On a String in concert!
Local favorites Three on a String are back in the Black Box Theater! Join us for a toe-tapping afternoon of music and laughs. This show has something for everyone!
Date: December 11, 2016
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/674/Black+Box+Theatre%3A++Three+on+A+String.htm
Location: Shelby County Arts Council 104 Mildred Street Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: You can buy tickets online at https://goo.gl/EgaiWc, or by phone at 205-669-0044. Have questions? Feel free to call us, or email us at info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: Dec. 11, with doors opening at 1:30pm and music starting at 2.
Fees/Admission: Tickets are $25, with reserved seating available for SCAC members.
Dec 12    Toddler Tales
Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required
Date: December 12, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 13    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.

If you are interested in serving on the Education Work Group please contact Kelly Anderson, Manager, Workforce Development at 663-4542, ext. 104.
Date: December 13, 2016
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: Determined by Work Group
Contact: Kelly Anderson, Manager, Workforce Development, 663-4542, ext. 104
EMail: kelly@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Tuesday, Monthly
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Dec 13    Picture Book Club
Join us for stories, games, crafts, and snacks featuring a different favorite book character each month. All ages welcome. Registration required.
Date: December 13, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 14    Greater Shelby Chamber - Existing Business & Industry Work Group

Greater Shelby Chamber 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.

If you are interested in serving on the Existing Business & Industry Work Group contact Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: December 14, 2016
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: Determined by Work Group.
Contact: Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 2nd Wednesday, Monthly
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Dec 14    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: December 14, 2016
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 15    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 15, 2016
Time: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 15    Greater Shelby Chamber - Holiday Business After Hours at Holiday Inn Express Pelham

Holiday Inn Express Pelham Hosts Holiday
Business After Hours!
 

Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 15 & join us at Holiday Inn Express Pelham, 260 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, from 5:30PM until 7:00PM for Shelby County’s best after hours networking event!

The Chamber’s quarterly Business After Hours – presented in 2016 by Shelby County Newspapers -- are a great way to make new business contacts – & have fun while you’re doing it! The cost to attend is affordable – only $10 for Chamber members ($20 for “Future” members) – & includes hot, heavy hors d’oeuvres & two complimentary beverages (soft drinks, beer or wine) of your choice.

Advance reservations are requested by December 13. Contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542, info@shelbychamber.org or register online.

Business After Hours events are premier networking opportunities, offering investors and guests the chance to meet business professionals representing products and services in a relaxed, social setting. Investors attending have an opportunity to exchange business cards and become acquainted with other businesses throughout the community.  Bring plenty of business cards!
 
Date: December 15, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/chamber-programs/business-after-hours/
Location: Holiday Inn Express Pelham
260 Cahaba Valley Road
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 987-8888
Contact: Greater Shelby Chamber (205) 663-4542
Date/Time Details:
Thursday, December 15, 2016
5:30PM until 7:00PM
Fees/Admission: Investment: Chamber investors $10 per person, $20 “Future” investors -- includes hot, heavy hors d’oeuvres & two complimentary beverages of your choice.

Advance reservations are requested by noon on Monday, March 14.
Dec 15    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 15, 2016
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
Dec 21    Greater Shelby Chamber - Board of Directors' Meeting

Greater Shelby Chamber Board of Directors' Meeting

The GSCC Board of Director's meet the third Wednesday -- bi-monthly at various locations.
Date: December 21, 2016
Time: 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/about-us/officer-board/
Date/Time Details: 8:15AM until 9:30AM
3rd Wednesday
Dec 21    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: December 21, 2016
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 22    Greater Shelby Chamber - Governmental Work Group

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 other events.

 
Date: December 22, 2016
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: Determined by Work Group.
Contact: Kirk Mancer, President & CEO, 663-4542
EMail: kirk@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 4th Wednesday, Monthly
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Dec 22    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 22, 2016
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
Dec 28    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: December 28, 2016
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 29    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: December 29, 2016
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