Events for March 2017
The Shelby County Chamber
Mar 1    Greater Shelby Chamber - Career Readiness Work Group
Greater Shelby Chamber - Career Readiness 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 Career Readiness Work Group please contact Keyla Handley, Director, Community & Investor Development at 663-4542, ext. 106.
Date: March 1, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: 8:30AM until 9:30AM
Contact: Keyla Handley, 663-4542, ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 1st Tuesday, Monthly
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 1    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: March 1, 2017
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
Mar 1    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 2017 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: March 1, 2017
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
Mar 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 Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support at 663-4542, ext. 105.
Date: March 1, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/benefits/work-groups/
Location: 4:00PM until 5:00PM
Contact: Payton Thomas, Manager, Business Development & Support 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: First Wednesday of each month.*
May change at Work Groups discretion.
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 2    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 2, 2017
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
Mar 2    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 2, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL  35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 3    Greater Shelby Chamber - Keeping It Real @ Helena High School

Seeking Volunteers for "Keeping It Real" Program at Helena High School

Helena 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 March 2nd and 3rd.

The first day students learn the difference between gross and net income and the importance of budgeting. (No volunteers needed on day one.)

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, Director of Community & Investor Development, is seeking volunteers on March 3rd. 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 Helena High School as early as 7:30AM and the program would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch is provided for all volunteers.
 
Date: March 3, 2017
Time: 7:50 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Helena High School
1310 Hillsboro Pkwy
Helena, AL 35080
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Investor Development 663-4542 ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 3, 2017
7:30AM until 3:00PM
Seeking volunteers for a few hours or all day.
Fees/Admission: No charge.
Community service/ volunteer.
Mar 4    HELENA BUSINESS EXPO
Local Helena businesses will be available to share about their business and how you can support the local economy. The event will also feature the Helena High School jazz band as well as other entertainment, and food trucks and other food vendors will be available for dining options.
Date: March 4, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.hbahelena.com/hba-news/2017/1/10/helena-business-expo
Location: Helena Sports Complex
Contact: Kristi Scozzaro 205-965-3977 Andy Healy 205-706-8168
EMail: ahealy@selectivemgmt.com
Date/Time Details: March 4, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fees/Admission: If you are interested in becoming a vendor, the cost is $75 for a 10x10 area for you to set up your flyers, items, etc., in order to allow the people of Helena to see what you have to offer. As an added bonus, the $75 also gives you a year membership to the HBA (which is a $75 value, so the area is technically free if you were going to renew your membership).
Mar 4    Oak Mountain State Park Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
Come jump in a lake for Special Olympics Alabama! There's no better way to show your support for the over 14,000 athletes of Special Olympics Alabama then to brave the icy lake of Oak Mountain after a long, hard winter. Come dressed in costume for a chance to win the coveted Best Costume plaque, prior to the plunge. Enjoy hot treats on the beach, music by iHeart Radio, a roaring bon fire, drinks from Pepsi, prizes, and lots of laughs! Register before February 24th for the cheapest ticket to freeze!
Date: March 4, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Oak-Mountain-State-Park-Polar-Plunge-for-Special-Olympics-185463968131185/
Location: Oak Mountain State Park beach behind the main office. 
Contact: Deputy Debbie Sumrall
EMail: dsumrall@shelbyso.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, March 4th at 10:00 am
Fees/Admission: $25.00 to plunge if you register before February 24th. $50.00 for day of registration. 
Mar 4    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: March 4, 2017
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
Mar 4    Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash
Help us celebrate the birthday of one of our favorite authors! Bring the whole family for snacks, hands-on science activities, cupcake decorating, and STEM learning for all ages! Come dressed to make a mess. No registration required. 
Date: March 4, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: nschildrenslibrarian@shelbycounty-al.org
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 4    Sam Fraiser and Danny Brooks: Two Legends, One Stage
The Blues are at the very core of these two legendary music makers: one from Texas and one from Alabama. An evening of soul searching, story telling music at the SCAC Black Box Theater. Doors open at 7, with an hors d'oeuvres and wine reception, and music starts at 7:30. Tickets are $20, with reserved seating available for SCAC members. Come enjoy live blues with us!
Date: March 4, 2017
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: https://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/586/Two+Legends+-+One+Stage%2C+Sam+Frazier+Jr.+and+Dann
Location: The concert will be held in the Black Box Theater of the Shelby County Arts Council, located at 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051. We're just off the Main Street traffic circle.
Contact: You can call our office at 205-669-0044 for more information, or email us at info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com. You can also visit us online at shelbycountyartscouncil.com.
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: Doors open at 7pm on March 4, 2017, for a small opening reception in the SCAC gallery. Music will start at 7:30 in the theater.
Fees/Admission: Tickets are $20, with reserved seating available for SCAC members. Use the link below to order ticket from our website!
Mar 6    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: March 6, 2017
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
Mar 7    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: March 7, 2017
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: Tuesday, January 10, 2017
1st Tuesday each month*
(*Unless otherwise noted.)
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 7    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: March 7, 2017
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
Mar 7    Greater Shelby Chamber - Go & Grow "Leadership Lessons Learned with Bill Todd"
Greater Shelby Chamber Go & Grow Workshop: “Leadership Lessons Learned with Bill Todd

On March 7, the Chamber’s Go & Grow Workshop -- presented by Business Telephones, Inc. and co-sponsored by FocalPoint Coaching -- will be an interactive program featuring Bill Todd, President & Partner of o2ideas. Bill, widely recognized as a leader in the marketing industry, will be on hand to share the business lessons he has learned in marketing and planning, branding, digital and social media, business management, and public relations, as well as the philosophy he has developed on his journey towards success. 

The series, facilitated by the Chamber’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone, will be from 11:30AM-1:00PM at the Chamber. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber investors ($20 for “Future” investors).

To ensure we have a proper headcount, please make reservations by March 3 for this workshop by contacting Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support via e-mail at payton@shelbychamber.org, by calling 663-4542, ext. 105 or register online.
Date: March 7, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://shelbychamber.org/business-support-center/workshops-seminars/
Location: Greater Shelby Chamber
1301 County Services Dr.,
Pelham, AL 35124
Contact: Payton Thomas, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 7
11:30AM until 1:00PM
Fees/Admission: $10 Greater Shelby Chamber investors.
$20 "Future" investors.
There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber investors ($20 for “Future” investors).
Mar 7    Coding Club
Come learn to code with Google CS First! Create and share your own digital stories! Registration required. Grades 3 - 6. 
 
Date: March 7, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 8    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: March 8, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 8    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: March 8, 2017
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
Mar 9    Gallery Opening for the SCAC Instructor/Student Annual Exhibit
Join us for the opening artist reception of the SCAC Annual Instructor/Student Art Exhibit! This year's exhibit honors the life of Frances Donehoo Presson. Featured works from instructors, students, and staff of the SCAC will be on display. The opening reception will feature a chance to speak to the artists, and enjoy some hors d'oeuvres in the gallery. If you can't make it to the opening, don't fret! The exhibit will be open through April 14- gallery hours are Monday-Thursday from 10 am until 5 pm. Don't miss out on this chance to enjoy the beautiful work of our artist community!
Date: March 9, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: https://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/our-gallery.php
Location: The opening artist reception will take place in the Shelby County Arts Council Gallery, located at 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051.
Contact: You can call our office at 205-669-0044 for more information on the Gallery, upcoming show in our Black Box Theater, or classes available through the SCAC. You can also email us at info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com or visit our website at shelbycountyartscouncil.com. We'd love to hear from you!
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: The opening reception starts at 6 pm on March 9, 2017, and continues until 8 pm. The exhibit will be open through April 14, with normal gallery hours being Monday-Thursday from 10 am until 5 pm. The gallery is also open during the receptions for Black Box Theater performances, which start 30 minutes prior to the show.
Fees/Admission: This is a free event, and admission to the SCAC gallery is always free!
Mar 9    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 9, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL  35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 9    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 9, 2017
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
Mar 10    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: March 10, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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
Mar 11    The Springs in concert with guest Hope Cassity
2016 CMA Emerging Artist The Springs will be live at the SCAC Black Box Theater! The versatile, multi-award winning duo delivers Country, Southern Rock, Pop, and traditional favorites, along with their guest, Hope Cassity. Doors open at 7:00pm for a reception in our gallery, with showtime at 7:30pm. SCAC Members enjoy reserved seating. All other seats are General Admission. Tickets are available through our website- follow the link below to get yours today!
Date: March 11, 2017
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: https://www.shelbycountyartscouncil.com/shop/1009/Black+Box+Theatre+-+The+Springs+with+Hope+Cassity.
Location: This evening with The Springs will take place in our Black Box Theater performance space, located at 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, AL 35051. We're just off of the Main Street traffic circle.
Contact: You can call our office at 205-669-0044 for more information on upcoming shows in our Black Box Theater, exhibits in our Gallery, or classes available through the SCAC. You can also email us at info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com or visit our website at shelbycountyartscouncil.com. We'd love to hear from you!
EMail: info@shelbycountyartscouncil.com
Date/Time Details: Doors open at the SCAC at 7 pm on March 11, 2017, and the show gets started at 7:30.
Fees/Admission: Tickets are $20 and are available through our website- link below. SCAC members enjoy reserved seating.
Mar 13    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: March 13, 2017
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
Mar 14    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: March 14, 2017
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
Mar 14    Coding Club
Come learn to code with Google CS First! Create and share your own digital stories! Registration required. Grades 3 - 6. 
 
Date: March 14, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 15    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: March 15, 2017
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
Mar 16    Greater Shelby Chamber - Keeping It Real @ Chelsea High School

Seeking Volunteers for "Keeping It Real" Program at Chelsea High School

Chelsea 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 March 15th and 16th.

The first day students learn the difference between gross and net income and the importance of budgeting. (No volunteers needed on day one.)

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, Director of Community & Investor Development, is seeking volunteers on March 16th. 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 Chelsea High School as early as 7:30AM and the program would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch is provided for all volunteers.
 
Date: March 16, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Chelsea High School
10510 Co Rd 11
Chelsea, AL 35043
Contact: Keyla Handley, Director of Community & Investor Development 663-4542 ext. 106
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: March 16, 2016
7:30AM until 3:00PM
Seeking volunteers for a few hours or all day.
Fees/Admission: No charge.
Community service/ volunteer.
Mar 16 - Aug 12    Charger Academy Enrollment (homeschool cover)
Charger Academy is a homeschool cover sponsored by Bethel Baptist Church in Columbiana. We are excited to announce enrollment is now open. Please visit us on the web (www.ChargerAcademy.com) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chargerhomeschoolacademy/) to see more information.
Date: March 16, 2017
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.ChargerAcademy.com
Location: Charger Academy, c/o Bethel Baptist Church, 55 Hwy 49, Columbiana, AL 35051
Contact: Monica Youngblood chargeracademy@cornerstonechargers.com (yields quickest reply) 205-669-7777 (you will have to leave a message with the church secretary)
EMail: chargeracademy@cornerstonechargers.com
Date/Time Details: from March 16 - August 12
Fees/Admission: Our registration fee is the only cost to join our family. $100 March 16 - April 30 $125 May 1 - June 30 $150 July 1 - August 12
Mar 16    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 16, 2017
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
Mar 16    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 16, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL  35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 17    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.


Program designed for the individual responsible for the direction of the company and with the authority to make final decisions.  Participants can gain valuable insights through monthly meetings with similar individuals from other companies. There is an application process for the two groups currently meeting and an additional annual expense which covers monthly breakfasts.

For additional information on the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable program – or an application to join Roundtable I – please contact Payton Thomas by phone at 663-4542 ext. 105 or via e-mail at payton@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: March 17, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: Contact Payton Thomas
663-4542, ext. 105
Contact: Payton Thomas, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 3rd Tuesday of each month.*
*Subject to change per group.
Mar 17    You're Invited: Ribbon Cutting Vineyard Family Services


You're Invited to the Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Vineyard Family Services!

You are invited to attend the Official Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Vineyard Family Services on Friday, March 17 at 10:00AM. The store is located at 2834 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL 35142.

Date: March 17, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Vineyard Family Services
2834 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
 
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 663-4542
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Friday, March 17
10:00AM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 17    You're Invited: Ribbon Cutting US Health Advisors Southeast


You're Invited to the Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for US Health Advisors Southeast!

You are invited to attend the Official Ribbon Cutting Celebration for US Health Advisors Southeast on Friday, March 17 at 1:00PM. The store is located at 741 Volare Drive, Pelham, AL 35142.

Date: March 17, 2017
Time: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: US Health Advisors Southeast
741 Volare Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
 
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 663-4542
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Friday, March 17
1:00PM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 20    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: March 20, 2017
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
Mar 20    Garden Gates
An hour of hands-on STEM fun with a nature focus, taught by a representative of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Get your hands dirty! Ages 5 and up. Registration required.
Date: March 20, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: nschildrenslibrarian@shelbycounty-al.org
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 21    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: March 21, 2017
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
Mar 21    Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur Roundtable 280
Greater Shelby Chamber - Entrepreneur Roundtable 280

The Entrepreneur Roundtable 280 program is designed to provide hands-on assistance for small business owners.  The Chamber’s Entrepreneur Roundtable was established with business owners -- located in and around the 280 corridor -- 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.


Program designed for the individual responsible for the direction of the company and with the authority to make final decisions.  Participants can gain valuable insights through monthly meetings with similar individuals from other companies. There is an application process for the two groups currently meeting and an additional annual expense which covers monthly breakfasts.

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: March 21, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Contact Payton Thomas
663-4542, ext. 105
Contact: Payton Thomas, 663-4542, ext. 105
EMail: payton@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: 3rd Tuesday of each month.*
*Subject to change per group.
Mar 21    Coding Club
Come learn to code with Google CS First! Create and share your own digital stories! Registration required. Grades 3 - 6. 
 
Date: March 21, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 21    ALWIB Let's Get Connected The Wine Loft
Join Alabama Women In Business for Let's Get Connected - Networking Event at The Wine Loft
Date: March 21, 2017
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.alwib.org/event/the-wine-loft-lets-get-connected-event/
Location: The Wine Loft, Birmingham
Contact: Memberservices@alwib.org
EMail: memberservices@alwib.org
Date/Time Details: March 21st, 2017
Fees/Admission: Members $20 Non-Members $25
Mar 22    Greater Shelby Chamber - CoffeeNet at Davis Drug
Join the Chamber for "CoffeeNet" at Davis Drug in Columbiana

Be sure to mark your calendar on Wednesday, March 22 and join us at Davis Drug, 111 South Main Street in Columbiana from 8:30AM until 9:30AM for CoffeeNet.  The morning meeting is designed for investors 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, March 20.

Please contact the Chamber by phone at 663-4542 or use online registration.
Date: March 22, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Davis Drug
111 South Main Street
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 669-6713
Contact: 663-4542
EMail: info@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, March 22
8:30AM until 9:30AM
Fees/Admission: No cost.
Reservations requested by Monday, March 20.
Mar 22    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: March 22, 2017
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
Mar 23    Maker Madness
Join us for an hour of STEM learning and creativity! We'll explore a new tech each month - from robotics and electronics to engineering and design, come express yourself with us! For ages 8 - 12. Registration is required.
Date: March 23, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 23    You're Invited: Ribbon Cutting Keller Williams - Alabaster


You're Invited to the Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Keller Williams!

You are invited to attend the Official Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Keller Williams on Thursday, March 23 at 4:00PM. The store is located at 224 1st Street North Suite 225, Alabaster, AL 35007.
 

Date: March 23, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Keller Williams
224 1st Street North Suite 225
Alabaster, AL 35007
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 663-4542
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, March 23
4:00PM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 23    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 23, 2017
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
Mar 23    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 23, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL  35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 24    Preschool Kitchen Science
Stop by for stories, songs, and STEAM-y (Science Technology Engineering Art and Math) science experiments for preschoolers. Supplies limited, registration required.
Date: March 24, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 27    GRAND OPENING Tiger Rock Martial Arts

Join us for our Grand Opening! Tiger Rock Martial Arts has been teaching life skills and personal development through martial arts since 1983. The first 10 new students receive a FREE Intro Course and HALF OFF Enrollment. 

Date: March 27, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://tigerrockmartialarts.com/pelham
Location: 2748 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124
In the Shelby Mart shopping center next door to Home Accents
Contact: Meredith Little - Manager 205-663-0091
EMail: pelhamtrma@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, April 8th

9:30 AM - Tiger Cubs ages 4-6
10:00 AM - Junior and Adult Beginners ages 7 and up
Fees/Admission: $38 Intro Course includes three trial lessons and a uniform. Free for the first 10 people!
Mar 28    Sensory Storytime
A snack-free storytime for children with special needs with caregiver support, featuring fun picture books and songs, along with fine and gross motor movement activities. Special supports like fidget toys are available to help children be successful. Registration required.
Date: March 28, 2017
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
Mar 28    Building a Branded Organization (and why that means more than a nice logo!)
Building a Branded Organization (And why that means more than a nice logo!) Learn how to develop a brand culture within your organization so you can deliver the desired customer experience each and every time. Whether your company has one employee or a team of 1,000, learn how your brand can become the filter through which you drive your company to success.

Discover your actual brand. (It’s probably not what you think it is.)
  • Identify and close the “gaps” in your organization’s ability to deliver on the brand promise
  • Understand how to make your brand a part of your company’s culture
  • Learn how to evolve your brand into a driver of your success
Bethany Meadows is the founder and President of Vertical Solutions Media, a full-service marketing agency located in McCalla, Ala. Bethany and her team work with companies in over a dozen industries including banking, healthcare, professional services, non-profits, retail and more. They specialize in a “team” business model which allows them to integrate into their client’s organization as part of their daily operations. While Vertical Solutions Media provides a full-range of marketing and public relations services, they especially love brand development, content marketing and creating unique marketing concepts that help organizations get noticed in a busy marketplace.

Bethany is also the host of Dancing in the Rain, a weekly Christian talk radio show that airs on WXJC. The guest-driven show shares inspirational stories of those who have walked through a storm of life so that others might find hope in their own journey.

In her spare time, she remodels and “flips” houses with her husband, enjoys CrossFit and can be found paddling a kayak around the lake in her backyard. Most of all, Bethany loves spending time her large family of 7 children (1 biological, 4 adopted and 2 step children) and 1 grandbaby (so far!).

March 28th @ 11:30-1:00PM The Club Please register by Friday, March 24th
Date: March 28, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.alwib.org/event/building-a-branded-organization-and-why-that-means-more-than-a-nice-logo/
Location: The Club
Contact: memberservices@alwib.org
EMail: memberservices@alwib.org
Date/Time Details: March 28th, 11:30 am to 1pm
Fees/Admission: Members Free Non-Members $30 until March 24th After March 24th $35
Mar 28    Coding Club
Come learn to code with Google CS First! Create and share your own digital stories! Registration required. Grades 3 - 6. 
 
Date: March 28, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL 35242
Fees/Admission: FREE
Mar 29    Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family.  All Ages. No Registration.
Date: March 29, 2017
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
Mar 29    GSCC March Community Luncheon "Guide to Becoming Green"
GSCC March Community Luncheon to feature "Guide to Becoming Green"

The GSCC March Community Luncheon will feature a panel presentation on a “Guide to Becoming Green” and potential benefits to having a "Green Business" approach. The program, hosted by our Existing Business & Industry Work Group will feature a time for Q & A from our panelists on topics such as:
  • Why a Business Would Choose to Become Green
  • Expenses Involved in Going Green
  • The Return on Investment in Becoming Green.
The panel consists of varied business professionals.

Doors open at 11:00AM for networking and the Showcase Feature which will be a variety of exiting business and industry throughout Shelby County.  Program will conclude at 1:00PM.

The luncheon will be held at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater Road, Pelham. Investment is $20 members, $30 "Future" members.  Reservations requested by noon Monday, March 27.  Register by calling the Chamber at 663-4542 or click the Register Online button above.
Date: March 29, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.shelbychamber.org/default.asp?ID=40
Location: Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena
500 Amphitheater Road
Pelham AL 35124
Contact: Greater Shelby Chamber 663-4542
EMail: info@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, March 29
11:00AM until 1:00PM
Reservations requested by noon, Monday March 27.
Fees/Admission: $20 Greater Shelby Chamber Investors
$30 "Future" Investors
Mar 29    You're Invited: Ribbon Cutting Teen Queens


You're Invited to the Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Teen Queens!

You are invited to attend the Official Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Teen Queens on Wednesday, March 29 at 5:30PM. The store is located at 4045 Helena Road, Helena, AL 35080.

Date: March 29, 2017
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Teen Queens
4045 Helena Road
Helena, AL 35080
 
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 663-4542
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, March 29
5:30PM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 30    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: March 30, 2017
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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
Mar 30    You're Invited: Ribbon Cutting Home Care Assistance


You're Invited to the Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Home Care Assistance!

You are invited to attend the Official Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Home Care Assistance on Thursday, March 30 at 9:00AM. The store is located at 5291 Valleydale Road Suite 123, Birmingham, AL 35242.

Date: March 30, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Home Care Assistance
5291 Valleydale Road, Suite 123
Birmingham, AL 35242
 
Contact: Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 663-4542
EMail: keyla@shelbychamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, March 30
9:00AM
Fees/Admission: N/A
Mar 30    PJ Stortyime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 30, 2017
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
Mar 30    PJ Storytime
Come in your PJs, have milk and cookies, and hear some wonderful bedtime tales. All Ages. No Registration Required.
Date: March 30, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.northshelbylibrary.org
Location: North Shelby Library
5521 Cahaba Valley Road
Birmingham, AL  35242
EMail: northshelbyyouth@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: FREE