Events for July 2016
Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce
Jun 4 - Sep 3
Community: National Park-Selected Images from Photographer Mark Burns
American photographer Mark Burns has spent the past 5 years taking photos at all 59 of America's national parks. The Pearl Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts will have a select few of those photos on display for the Summer 2016 exhibition.
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Date:
June 4, 2016
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Website:
http://www.pearlmfa.org
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Location:
6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379
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Date/Time Details:
M-W: 10a-5p Thurs:10a-8p Sat:10a-5p
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Fees/Admission:
A $5 suggested donation for adults visiting the museum
Jun 4 - Sep 3
Community: Vital by Margaret Smithers-Crump
Margaret Smithers-Crump turns Plexiglas into works of art in her show Vital, on display at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts. Smithers-Crump focuses on the power of water, it's ability to give life,take life and change lives.
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Date:
June 4, 2016
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Time:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Website:
http://www.pearlmfa.org
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Location:
6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring TX 77379
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Date/Time Details:
Mon-Wed: 10a-5p Thurs:10a-8p Fri-Sat:10a-5p
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Fees/Admission:
$5 suggested donation for all adults visiting the museum
Jun 15 - Aug 3
Community: Drop-In Art Wednesday
Join us at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts for Drop-In Art Wednesday! Enjoy free art activities from 3-4pm each Wednesday until August 3rd. Every week we'll spotlight a different U.S. National Park currently featured in our summer exhibition, The National Parks-Select Images by American Photographer Mark Burns.
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Date:
June 15, 2016
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Time:
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Website:
http://www.pearlmfa.org
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Location:
Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts 6815 Cypresswoood Drive, Spring TX 77379
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Contact:
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EMail:
kayla@pearlmfa.org
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Date/Time Details:
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 1
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:
July 1, 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
Jul 5
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.
Jul 6
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.
Jul 6
Membership Meet & Greet - 07-06-2016 Whitmeyer's Distilling Co,
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.
Jul 8
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:
July 8, 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
Jul 8
Safety & Security Task Force
Safety & Security Task Force
Jul 8
Community: Fundraising Lunch & Learn with Qtego
Are you planning a Silent Auction or Fundraising Event?
Are you ready to take donor engagement to the next level?
Come meet Qtego! America’s #1 Mobile Bidding Company.
Enjoy a complimentary Lunch & Learn on enhancing donor engagement and fundraising revenues through Qtego’s fundraising technology.
Plus, enjoy a Dessert & Discussion covering popular auction items, event themes, and an idea exchange!
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Date:
July 8, 2016
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Time:
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Website:
http://qtego.com
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Location:
Maggiano's Little Italy
2019 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
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EMail:
tovi@qtego.com
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Date/Time Details:
July 8, 2016
11:00am: Registration & Gift Card Grab
11:30am: Lunch & Learn - Integrating Qtego with your event and enhancing donor participation through technology
12:30pm: Dessert & Discussion – 2016’s Top Auction Items, Event Themes, and Idea Exchange
1:00pm: iPad Drawing & Optional Q&A
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Fees/Admission:
Free event. Please RSVP at qtego.com/lunch-and-learn or email Tovi@qtego.com.
Jul 9
Community: Start Training for a Full or Half Marathon ? Beginners Welcome!
Do you have running a marathon or half marathon on your bucket list? Do you want to get in shape or need a new fitness goal? Then join USA Fit Champions at one of our orientation events on Saturday, July 9, 16 or 23 Orientation Schedule ? 7:00 a.m. Registration ? 7:30 a.m. 1-mile Pace Run ? 8:00 a.m. Seminar If You Miss Any of Our Orientation Events? ?you can still register online at www.ChampionsFit.net through August 30 and join us for your first day of training on any Saturday between now and September 3. What to Expect at Orientation Learn more about our marathon and half marathon training program, meet your coaches and fellow members, register in person and come prepared to start your first day of training with an easy pace run to place you in your specific training group. You can also register online at www.ChampionsFit.net. Why You Should Join USA Fit Champions No matter how much you?ve run (or haven?t!), we have a training group for every skill level, so you?ll always have someone to train with. Over the course of 26 short weeks, our coaches will help you achieve your personal best in a non-intimidating, fun, and safe environment. As a member of USA Fit Champions, you?ll receive: ? Ability-based weekly group runs ? Daily training schedules to keep you progressing during the week ? Encouragement and expertise from trained coaches ? Informational seminars on running- and fitness-related topics ? Camaraderie and social events ? A USA Fit Champions technical t-shirt Our target races for the season will be the Chevron Houston Full Half Marathon and Aramco Half Marathon in January 2017 or the Memorial Hermann USA Fit Full/Half Marathon in February 2017. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usa.fit.champions Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/usafitchampions
Jul 12
Ribbon Cutting: CycleBar
Ribbon Cutting for CycleBar
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Date:
July 12, 2016
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Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Location:
118 Vintage Park Blvd., Bldg G, Suite C
Houston, TX 77070
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Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, July 12 2016
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 13
Gala Planning Committee
Gala Committee Planning, January 28, 2017
Jul 14
Community: Business and Breakfast
Come and network your business at our monthly business breakfast while you enjoy a delicious breakfast made by our executive chef!
Jul 14
Community: Igi Playground Shark Awareness Day
Come enjoy a "fishy" story time at Igi Playground and fun craft for Shark Awareness Day from 11:30am-12:30pm. For more information please call 832 299 666.
Jul 14
"Crisis Events & Active Shooter Response" Lunch & Learn
All seats for this session have been filled!
Orlando's Nightmare is Our Wake-Up Call! Learn Strategies if confronted with an active shooter or other crisis in the workplace or in public. What do you do?
Presenter is Robert Henry, recently retired from Harris County Sheriff's Office and an active shooter expert. Robert now owns Safesecure 360, LLC and specializes in security, background research, and safety-security training.
Click Here for information flyer
Jul 15
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:
July 15, 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
Jul 15
Community: Saddle River Range Couple's Date Night
Join us for Couple's Date Night this Friday after 4:00 p.m. and receive 2 for 1 range fees, gun or bow rentals, and meals at Cafe 2A! Drop the kids off at ASI Gymnastics for Open Gym night then enjoy your couple's date night at Saddle River Range! ASI Gymnastics is just 0.3 miles East of Saddle River Range and Open Gym night is every Friday from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. for kids age 3-14. Preregister online for only $10 per child or $13 at the door. Have older kids? They can have fun on the archery range or in the Ti training simulator while you're on the gun range! Call the range at (936) 271-2620 for more details. No kids? You can also take advantage of our fun 3D Archery happening every Friday night at 6:00 p.m.!
Jul 16
Community: Start Training for a Full or Half Marathon ? Beginners Welcome!
Do you have running a marathon or half marathon on your bucket list? Do you want to get in shape or need a new fitness goal? Then join USA Fit Champions at one of our orientation events on Saturday, July 9, 16 or 23 Orientation Schedule ? 7:00 a.m. Registration ? 7:30 a.m. 1-mile Pace Run ? 8:00 a.m. Seminar If You Miss Any of Our Orientation Events? ?you can still register online at www.ChampionsFit.net through August 30 and join us for your first day of training on any Saturday between now and September 3. What to Expect at Orientation Learn more about our marathon and half marathon training program, meet your coaches and fellow members, register in person and come prepared to start your first day of training with an easy pace run to place you in your specific training group. You can also register online at www.ChampionsFit.net. Why You Should Join USA Fit Champions No matter how much you?ve run (or haven?t!), we have a training group for every skill level, so you?ll always have someone to train with. Over the course of 26 short weeks, our coaches will help you achieve your personal best in a non-intimidating, fun, and safe environment. As a member of USA Fit Champions, you?ll receive: ? Ability-based weekly group runs ? Daily training schedules to keep you progressing during the week ? Encouragement and expertise from trained coaches ? Informational seminars on running- and fitness-related topics ? Camaraderie and social events ? A USA Fit Champions technical t-shirt Our target races for the season will be the Chevron Houston Full Half Marathon and Aramco Half Marathon in January 2017 or the Memorial Hermann USA Fit Full/Half Marathon in February 2017. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usa.fit.champions Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/usafitchampions
Jul 19
New Member Breakfast
Please join us at 8 a.m. for the New Member Appreciation Breakfast . 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:
July 19, 2016
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Time:
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Location:
SpringHill Suites Houston Northwest
20303 Chasewood Park Dr.
Houston, TX 77070
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Date/Time Details:
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 19
Community: Miller Lite Tap the Future - HOUSTON
Do you have a business idea? If yes, join us at the Miller Lite Tap the Future Live Pitch event on July 19th. Daymond John from ABC’s "Shark Tank" and Miller Lite are coming to Houston to hear five teams of entrepreneurs pitch their business idea for a chance to win $20,000 for their business. The event, part of the Miller Lite Tap the Future business plan competition, will take place on July 19th at The Hobby Center. The ML Tap the Future event is free, and people interested in watching the event can RSVP at MLTaptheFuture.com. In addition, three lucky audience members will be randomly selected to pitch their business on the spot. Daymond and the crew of judges will provide their expert advice and will award the best pitch $500. Don't miss out on this great event RSVP NOW: MLTaptheFuture.com ****MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND****
Jul 21
Public Safety Forum
Sgt Tracy Hicks of the Houston Police Auto Theft Department will speak not only about auto theft many other things connected with auto theft. What are JUGGERS? What are SLIDERS? Craigs List Scams? Why are 2008 and older cars even more likely to be stolen than newer cars? Financial crimes?
Then… Sgt Hicks and other officers will be there to etch your windows with your VIN numbers to make them less likely for theft. He will tell you why that is so helpful and it won’t cost you anything. Plan to stay a little while after the presentation to have your windows etched.
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Date:
July 21, 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 77069
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Contact:
Larry Lipton, (281) 580-2510
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EMail:
Larry@LiptonAgency.com
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Date/Time Details:
Thursday, July 21, 2016
8:30 a.m.
Jul 21
Ribbon Cutting: Boardroom Salon for Men
Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for Boardroom Salon for Men
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Date:
July 21, 2016
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Time:
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Location:
15556 Cutten Rd., Suite 600
Houston, TX 77070
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Date/Time Details:
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 22
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:
July 22, 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
Jul 23
Community: Start Training for a Full or Half Marathon ? Beginners Welcome!
Do you have running a marathon or half marathon on your bucket list? Do you want to get in shape or need a new fitness goal? Then join USA Fit Champions at one of our orientation events on Saturday, July 9, 16 or 23 Orientation Schedule ? 7:00 a.m. Registration ? 7:30 a.m. 1-mile Pace Run ? 8:00 a.m. Seminar If You Miss Any of Our Orientation Events? ?you can still register online at www.ChampionsFit.net through August 30 and join us for your first day of training on any Saturday between now and September 3. What to Expect at Orientation Learn more about our marathon and half marathon training program, meet your coaches and fellow members, register in person and come prepared to start your first day of training with an easy pace run to place you in your specific training group. You can also register online at www.ChampionsFit.net. Why You Should Join USA Fit Champions No matter how much you?ve run (or haven?t!), we have a training group for every skill level, so you?ll always have someone to train with. Over the course of 26 short weeks, our coaches will help you achieve your personal best in a non-intimidating, fun, and safe environment. As a member of USA Fit Champions, you?ll receive: ? Ability-based weekly group runs ? Daily training schedules to keep you progressing during the week ? Encouragement and expertise from trained coaches ? Informational seminars on running- and fitness-related topics ? Camaraderie and social events ? A USA Fit Champions technical t-shirt Our target races for the season will be the Chevron Houston Full Half Marathon and Aramco Half Marathon in January 2017 or the Memorial Hermann USA Fit Full/Half Marathon in February 2017. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usa.fit.champions Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/usafitchampions
Jul 23
Community: Free Bankruptcy Legal Clinic
We want to give back to our community by providing a free legal clinic for those in financial distress. Whether you are dealing with garnishment, repossession, foreclosure, or overwhelming debt, we want to help you get back on your feet. Come by our office anytime between 9am and 12pm to get answers to any questions you may have about bankruptcy.
Jul 25 - Aug 19
Community: Back(Pack)-to-School
Get back-to-school ready with a free backpack and school supplies. Back-to-school time can be exciting, but it can also be busy and stressful. To help your child head into the new school year healthy and happy, schedule your Well Child check-up between July 15th and August 19th and beat the back-to-school rush. The earlier you schedule, the easier it will be to book an appointment that fits your busy schedule. If you book and complete your appointment between July 25th and August 19th, Vecino will provide your child with a backpack and school supplies to start the year healthy AND prepared!* Call (713) 695-4013 today to schedule your appointment. *While supplies last
Jul 26
Networking Breakfast - 07-26-2016 - Hosted by ITZ' Family Food & Fun
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.
Jul 27
Community: Saddle River Range Gun Tasting Event
Come enjoy Saddle River Range's themed Gun Tasting Event July 27th all day! Get suave and poised for a custom James Bond Package, down and dirty while joining the Wild West or strap on some camouflage for the thrilling Call of Duty Package. For more information please call 936 271 2620.
Jul 27
Ribbon Cutting: Iluzhions
Ribbon Cutting for Iluzhions
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Date:
July 27, 2016
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Time:
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Location:
340 N. Sam Houston Pkwy. E, Suite 165B
Houston, TX 77060
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Date/Time Details:
Wednesday, July 27, 2-16
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 27
Board Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting
Jul 28
Ribbon Cutting: Riddle & Akiens
Ribbon Cutting for Riddle & Akiens, LLP
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Date:
July 28, 2016
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Time:
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Location:
8777 W. Rayford Rd.
The Woodlands, TX 77389
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Date/Time Details:
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Fees/Admission:
Jul 29
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:
July 29, 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