Events for February 2016
Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce
Feb 2
Ambassador Committee
The Ambassadors promote goodwill to Chamber members, provide a direct personal contact for Chamber members by mentoring new members, and support Chamber member retention efforts. Ambassadors are “the friendly front-line face of the Chamber” and as such are asked to support and participate in various Chamber activities. Areas of primary responsibility include: ribbon cutting ceremonies, luncheons, routine member visits and phone calls, and hosting at other Chamber events.
Feb 3
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee will work to ensure the Chamber meets it stated annual Member Recruitment and Retention goals through active recruitment of new members and active contact with current members.
Feb 3
Membership Meet & Greet - 02-03-2016 Northgate Country Club
Membership Meet & Greets are held every first Wednesday of the month from 5-7 p.m. Join us to meet Chamber members, shake some hands, talk about your business and learn how the Chamber might support your business from those in the community who know first-hand about the benefits - other Chamber members.
Everyone is invited to this no-program event held each month at different locations across our Chamber membership. This is no charge to attend - we are at the courtesy of our host each month.
Feb 4
Small Business Expo - Houston
Come visit us at Small Business Expo!
We invite you to visit our booth at the upcoming Small Business Expo!
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO
FEBRUARY 4TH | GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER
FREE TO ATTEND - RSVP NOW:
http://bit.ly/1OLuhdp
Small Business Expo has a wide range of amazing resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs, including:
• Exhibitor Hall w/ products & services to help your business
• Free access to 20+ business-critical workshops
• Thousands of business owners & entrepreneurs to meet
• Speed Networking sessions with other professionals
• Business Card Showcase & exchange
• Get Dotted – a new way to network
• eLounge
• Business Development Center
• Inspiration2020 Showcase Theater Presentations
• Ask An Expert
Feb 5
Network Texas - Willowbrook
A weekly networking opportunity. The first two visits are free and everyone is welcome! Please visit https://www.networktexas.biz/willowbrook/ for more information on Network Texas.
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Date:
February 5, 2016
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Time:
7:15 AM - 8:30 AM
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Website:
http://networktexas.biz
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Contact:
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EMail:
eric.dunlap@thejoint.com
Feb 5
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 6
Community: Northwest Flyers Youth Track Club Registration Breakfast
The Northwest Flyers Youth Track Club will celebrate its 29th Anniversary Season by hosting its annual free Registration/Orientation breakfast on Saturday, February 6th, 2016, for boys and girls ages 6 ? 18. The breakfast starts promptly at 8:30 AM at the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center Forum located at 6823 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX, 77379. The event will be highlighted by a special presentation from a member of the USA Track &Field Olympic organization (USATF). All athletes and parents who wish to join the Northwest Flyers must attend the orientation. The club is sanctioned by USA Track & Field (USATF) and provides a full range of ?track? events such as sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance and relays, and ?field? events such as long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus and javelin. For additional information visit the team website at http://www.northwestflyers.org; email linette.roach@sbcglobal.net; or ?Like? the club on Facebook.
Feb 6
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 7
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 9
Education Committee Meeting
Education Committee Meeting
Feb 9
Community: Open House
Northland Christian School Preschool & Elementary Campus Open House
Feb 9
Golf Tournament Committee Meeting
Feb 9
Community: Candidate Forum Featuring Local House Districts 126, 130 & 150
The Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a candidate forum, and the event will feature both republican and democratic candidates from Texas House Districts 126, 130 and 150.
Feb 11
Chamber Monthly Luncheon
Member Luncheons are are held each month of the year except for July. Luncheons are intended to connect local businesses and Members to each other and to the community. Each luncheon has a different speaker and topic. This is a great sponsorship opportunity. We encourage all of our members to attend these luncheons to network and surround yourself and your business with other businesses just like yours. Early registration is suggested and appreciated.
This month's luncheon will be a Candidate Forum featuring candidates for House Districts 126 and 150. Please join us for this important event!
Feb 11
Community: Through Your Eyes
This special celebration recognizes the 2015-16 Touch the Future honorees and the winners of the Klein Education Foundation student multimedia contest. Klein Collins alumni, Sanah Jivani, founder of the Love Your Natural Self Foundation, concludes the evening as the keynote speaker. In seventh grade, she was diagnosed with Alopecia which caused her hair to fall out. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Jivani as she shares messages of hope, courage commitmentand love that touch and transform audiences of all ages.
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Date:
February 11, 2016
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Time:
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Website:
http://www.kleinisd.net
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Location:
Klein Multipurpose Center, 7500 FM 2920, Klein, Texas 77379
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Contact:
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EMail:
jrimato@kleinisd.net
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Feb 12
Network Texas - Willowbrook
A weekly networking opportunity. The first two visits are free and everyone is welcome! Please visit https://www.networktexas.biz/willowbrook/ for more information on Network Texas.
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Date:
February 12, 2016
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Time:
7:15 AM - 8:30 AM
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Website:
http://networktexas.biz
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Contact:
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EMail:
eric.dunlap@thejoint.com
Feb 12
Safety & Security Task Force
Task force charged by the Board to consider implementation strategies for the Grow Northwest safety and security projects.
Feb 12
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 13
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 14
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 16
New Member Breakfast
Please join us at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 for the New Member Appreciation Breakfast hosted by D. Bradley McWilliams YMCA. This is an opportunity for you to meet with your Chamber President, Barbara Thomason, and learn how to jump-start your membership. Membership benefits are discussed over breakfast.
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Date:
February 16, 2016
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Time:
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Location:
D. Bradley McWilliams YMCA
19915 SH 249
Houston, TX 77070
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Feb 16
Ribbon Cutting: Assurance Tax Advisors
Ribbon Cutting for Assurance Tax Advisors
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Date:
February 16, 2016
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Time:
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Location:
6601 Cypresswood Dr., Suite 220
Spring TX 77379
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Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Feb 17
Ribbon Cutting: Walmart
A new Walmart Neighborhood Market is moving in and we’re excited to meet our new neighbors! We hope you can join us for a grand opening celebration of the Spring Walmart Neighborhood Market to check out your newest Walmart store – please see the full invite below. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you!
Grand Opening
WHERE: 24809 Aldine Westfield Rd. Spring, TX 77373
WHEN: Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at 7:30 am
WHO: The grand opening is a public event and anyone from the community may attend.
WHAT: A celebration for your new Walmart Neighborhood Market! It is a quick (30 minutes or so) ceremony after which the store will officially be open for business. Walmart Neighborhood Markets offer fresh produce, pantry staples, and other groceries from leading brands in a smaller format store. Customers can save money and enjoy the convenience of shopping in a neighborhood store.
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Date:
February 17, 2016
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Time:
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
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Location:
24809 Aldine Westfield Rd. Spring, TX 77373
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Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at 7:30 am
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Feb 17
Ribbon Cutting: McAlister's Deli
Ribbon Cutting for McAlister's Deli
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Date:
February 17, 2016
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Time:
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Location:
19380 I-45
Spring, TX 77373
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Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Feb 17
Economic Outlook Forum Planning Committee
Committee to plan the April 1, 2016 event.
Feb 17
Government Affairs-Transportation forum
Open to all. Meets third Wednesday of the month at 8:30am
Feb 18
Public Safety Forum
TONYA WARD of Pct 4 Constables office will update us on Human Trafficking in our community.
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Date:
February 18, 2016
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Time:
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Location:
Champions Emergency Services District
12730 Champion Forest Dr.
Houston, TX 77066
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Contact:
Larry Lipton, Chair, 281-580-2510
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EMail:
Larry@LiptonAgency.com
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Date/Time Details:
Thursday, February 18, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
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Feb 18
2016 Diamonds and Ice Gala Committee Meeting
Diamonds and Ice Gala Planning Committee
Feb 18
Meet our New Members
Mix and Mingle as we spotlight our newest chamber members.
Feb 18
Community: ALZ 101: Everything You Need to Know About the Alzheimer's Association
Our vision for a world without Alzheimer's starts with you! If you're looking to get connected with the Houston and Southeast Texas Chapter, join us for ALZ 101. This quick, one-hour introduction covers the programs and services we offer right here in Northwest Houston. We'll also share how you can join us in the fight against Alzheimer's as a volunteer, donor and supporter. For more information, please contact Rachell Baldwin at rbaldwin@alz.org.
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Date:
February 18, 2016
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Time:
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Location:
Barbara Bush Branch Library
6817 Cypresswood Dr.
Spring, TX 77379
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Contact:
Rachell Baldwin
rbaldwin@alz.org
713-314-1335
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Feb 19
Network Texas - Willowbrook
A weekly networking opportunity. The first two visits are free and everyone is welcome! Please visit https://www.networktexas.biz/willowbrook/ for more information on Network Texas.
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Date:
February 19, 2016
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Time:
7:15 AM - 8:30 AM
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Website:
http://networktexas.biz
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Contact:
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EMail:
eric.dunlap@thejoint.com
Feb 19
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 20
Community: Human Trafficking Prevention Workshop
Find out what you can do to help the vulnerable and those you love stay safe and avoid becoming a victim of this crime. Become a Community Educator and share what you learn with others.
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Date:
February 20, 2016
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Time:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Website:
http://www.silcc.org
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Location:
St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church 7810 Cypresswood Drive McGivney Hall
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Contact:
Jerry Kastner
281-793-7778
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EMail:
kjkastner@comcast.net
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Date/Time Details:
February 20, 2016 9 am - 4 pm
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Fees/Admission:
Lunch Provided - must RSVP to attend this FREE presentation
Feb 20
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 21
Community: Houston Family Arts Center Presents "Forever Plaid"
When four young singers are killed in a car crash, they posthumously take the stage for one final gig in this goofy 1950's nostalgia trip. Forever Plaid is one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously fun revue is chock-full of classic barbershop quartet harmonies and pitch-perfect melodies!
Feb 23
Community: Whataburger Restaurant Career Fair
TEAM MEMBER Job Description The Team Member is a business partner responsible for fulfilling the purpose of Whataburger by promptly ensuring each customer's experience meets or exceeds expectations. The Team Member fulfills these expectations by guaranteeing each customer a hot, freshly-prepared product, of the highest quality ingredients; made to order and promptly served in a comfortable, clean, friendly restaurant. Duties ? Provide Whataburger quality service to all customers. ? Demonstrate the ability to accurately explain the ?Whataburger Difference? to customers. ? Effectively communicate with management in a timely manner regarding scheduling issues. ? Recognize and communicate customer service problems to management. ? Follow all safety procedures and guidelines including personal safety, equipment use, and food handling and storage. ? Notify management of any equipment malfunctions. ? Ensure all products are prepared according to Whataburger quality standards. ? Properly stock inventory using First-In/First-Out (FIFO).
Feb 23
Golf Tournament Committee Meeting
Feb 23
Ribbon Cutting/Ground Breaking: Stuebner Airline Pet Resort & Spa
Ribbon Cutting and Ground Breaking for Stuebner Airline Pet Resort and Spa
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Date:
February 23, 2016
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Time:
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Location:
16116 Stuebner Airline Rd
Spring, TX 77379
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Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, Febraury 23, 2016
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Feb 23
Networking Breakfast - 02-23-2016 - Hosted By Best Western Ashton Premium Suites
Join us for our monthly Networking Breakfast. This is a great way to start your morning - our members and guests always bring a lot of positive energy to this event.
Feb 26
Community: Texas Master Chorale 30th Anniversary Pearls and Memories Gala
Texas Master Chorale presents our 30th Anniversary Pearls and Memories Gala In Honor of Anna Ruth Klein, and in Memory of Robert Klein * * * * * * * Enjoy Dinner, Music, Dancing, Raffles, Wine Pull, and Silent Auction. Donations are being accepted for the auction. Black Tie Optional
Feb 27
Community: UHCL Open House
This event is for Transfer and Graduate Students only. Students can take a campus tour, library tour, and meet with faculty and academic advisors from each program. Students will learn about admissions, financial aid, campus life and student services through workshops and browsing areas. The event will offer food and fun with a photo booth, face painting and cotton candy.
Feb 29
Chamber Board Meeting
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Date:
February 29, 2016
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Time:
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Contact:
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Date/Time Details:
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 12 noon until 1:30 pm.
This meeting is at Methodist Willowbrook Hospital