May 2012 Public Access Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat     01 02 03 8th Annual Prayer Breakfast "America on Bended Knee" 04 Chick-fil-A Leadercast Heritage Baptist Church "Plant Sale and Bazaar" 05 Thomas and Friends "Day Out With Thomas - Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012" Heritage Baptist Church "Plant Sale and Bazaar" 06 Thomas and Friends "Day Out With Thomas - Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012" 07 08 5pm» Business After Hours 09 10 11:30am» Ribbon Cutting 11 Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening 7pm» The Baldwin County Youth Orchestra's "2012 Spring Concert" 12 1st Annual Bear Fair and 5K Fun Run Thomas and Friends "Day Out With Thomas - Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012" 13 Thomas and Friends "Day Out With Thomas - Mystery on the Rails Tour 2012" 14 15 5:30pm» Body by Vi 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge, Sample and Information Session 16 11:30am» 2nd Quarter Business Seminar - "Credit Reports: Your Financial Report Card" 17 7:30am» Third Thursday 4pm» Women's Entrepreneurial Summit 6:30pm» SCORE Workshop "Successful Marketing in Baldwin County" 18 9am» Baldwin County Society of Human Resources' Workshop 2pm» Bayou Classic 19 8am» Quest for Quindra Benefit Yard Sale 6pm» Country Gospel Singing 20 21 9am» Federal Proposal Development Workshop 22 9am» Ribbon Cutting 23 24 10am» Ribbon Cutting 25 26 27 28 29 30 10am» Ribbon Cutting 31

Description:

6:45am - Breakfast
7:00am - Program
Baldwin County Coliseum, 19477 Fairground Rd., Robertsdale
Speaker: Bobby Humphrey - Bobby grew up in the shadows of Legion Field in Birmingham. He worked concessions at the University of Alabama foot ball games at 13 and dreamed of playing football for Alabama as a running back, he was drafted be the Denver Broncos.
Bobby currently is a Sales Representative for Ready Mix USA and resides in Hoover, AL with his wife and five children. He devotes time working with charities, coaching ball teams, speaking to kids at churches, schools and community outreach programs. Bobby's life can be described as "Giving Hope That Dreams Do Come True." His advice to youth and adults is that "change is possible through a relationship with Christ."
Tickets prices - $20 per person; $150 per table of 8. RSVP to 251-947-2626 by April 26th.

Description:

7:30am - Registration
8:00am-3:30pm - Presentation
Erie Meyer Civic Center, 1930 West 2nd St., Gulf Shores
Broadcast LIVE from Atlanta direct to hundreds of locations across North America and around the world, Chick-fil-A Leadercast is a one-day leadership event featuring several renowned leaders speaking on leadership issues that you face every day.
Confirmed 2012 speakers:
-Soledad O'Brien - Anchor and Special Correspondent for CNN
-Tim Tebow - NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner and best-selling author
-Patrick Lencioni - Best-selling author and president of The Table Group
-Marcus Buckingham - Strength strategist, best-selling author and researcher
-John Maxwell - Leadership expert and best-selling author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
-Angela Ahrendts - Chief Executive Officer, Burberry
-Roland Fryer - Professor of economics at Havard University and CEO of the Education Innovation Laboratory
-Urban Meyer - Head football coach for Ohio State University
-Andy Stanley - Best-selling leadership author and communicator
-Sheena Iyengar - Author of The Art of Choosing and world-renowned expert on choice
$69 Chamber Members/CSU Students/Learning Partners/Alumni/FSCC (Lunch Included)
$79 Non-Members (Lunch Included)
For more information call Baldwin Business Support Center at 251-968-3118.

Time:

All day event

Description:

20993 Co Rd 64, Rosinton
For more information call 228-2907 or 680-3780.

Description:

First ride leaves at 9:45am and will be every 45 minutes until 4:30pm
Wales West Light Railway, 13650 Smiley St., Silverhill
All aboard for a 20 minute ride with Narrow Gauge Thomas the Tank Engine Meeting Sir Topham Hatt! Storytelling, Live Music, Mini Train Rides, Build with Mega Bloks and More! Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended. Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine. Mother's Day Special - $2 OFF each ticket ordered for May 13th.
For tickets and information, visit www.ticketweb.com/dowt or call 866-468-7630 .

Time:

All day event

Description:

20993 Co Rd 64, Rosinton
For more information call 228-2907 or 680-3780.

Description:

First ride leaves at 9:45am and will be every 45 minutes until 4:30pm
Wales West Light Railway, 13650 Smiley St., Silverhill
All aboard for a 20 minute ride with Narrow Gauge Thomas the Tank Engine Meeting Sir Topham Hatt! Storytelling, Live Music, Mini Train Rides, Build with Mega Bloks and More! Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended. Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine. Mother's Day Special - $2 OFF each ticket ordered for May 13th.
For tickets and information, visit www.ticketweb.com/dowt or call 866-468-7630 .

Time:

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Description:

Pen Air Federal Credit Union, 21511 State Hwy 59 S., Robertsdale
Join us for networking, food and door prizes including a $50.00 cash prize!
For more information contact 251-947-2626.

Time:

11:30am

Description:

Bling, 22192 Hwy 59, Robertsdale
Join us in welcoming our new Chamber member and new business.
For more information contact 251-947-2626 or email jmangion@centralbaldwin.com .

Description:

10:00am - Ribbon Cutting
All Day - Grand Opening
J.A.M.B. Just a Miracle Beginning, 22425 Hwy 59 South, Robertsdale
Join us in welcoming our new Chamber member and new business.
For more information contact 251-947-2626 or email jmangion@centralbaldwin.com .

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

First Baptist Church in Fairhope
The concert is free to the public. Concert cost, advertising and general expenses will be paid for by sponsors.
For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please call 251-979-6834, email baldwincountyyouthorchestra@gmail.com or visit the website at www.baldwincountyyouthorchestra.com .

Description:

8:00am - Fun Run
9:30am - Fair
10:00am - Awards
Robertsdale High School Campus/Track, 1 Golden Bear Dr., Robertsdale
The student Peer helpers and their mentees want to give back to the community. All proceeds will fund future Stop the Drop projects (a drop our prevention project) and Family Promise in Baldwin County.
Features: Fun Run, Talent Booth, Art Booth, Food Booth, Petting zoo and pet adoption, Bear Fun Park, Bake Sale and Sports activity area.
For more information contact Robertsdale High School at 251-947-4154.

Description:

First ride leaves at 9:45am and will be every 45 minutes until 4:30pm
Wales West Light Railway, 13650 Smiley St., Silverhill
All aboard for a 20 minute ride with Narrow Gauge Thomas the Tank Engine Meeting Sir Topham Hatt! Storytelling, Live Music, Mini Train Rides, Build with Mega Bloks and More! Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended. Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine. Mother's Day Special - $2 OFF each ticket ordered for May 13th.
For tickets and information, visit www.ticketweb.com/dowt or call 866-468-7630 .

Description:

First ride leaves at 9:45am and will be every 45 minutes until 4:30pm
Wales West Light Railway, 13650 Smiley St., Silverhill
All aboard for a 20 minute ride with Narrow Gauge Thomas the Tank Engine Meeting Sir Topham Hatt! Storytelling, Live Music, Mini Train Rides, Build with Mega Bloks and More! Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended. Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine. Mother's Day Special - $2 OFF each ticket ordered for May 13th.
For tickets and information, visit www.ticketweb.com/dowt or call 866-468-7630 .

Time:

5:30pm

Description:

Central Baldwin Chiropractic Center, 18557 Hammond St., Robertsdale
Lose weight...Win Prizes...Get paid...IT'S THAT EASY!
RSVP by noon on May 11th to 251-947-9010 or chiroinformation@gmail.com .

Time:

11:30am - 1:00pm

Description:

Central Annex, 22251 Palmer St., Robertsdale
Presented by Monica Wiggins, Women's Business Center of Southern Alabama Credit Counselor. Attend this seminar and find out why it is important to establish a solid credit history. Monica will discuss everything you've always wanted to know about credit reports and help get you on the right track.
$10 Chamber Members & $15 for Future Members includes lunch. Note: If you reserve your spot and are unable to attend without giving 24 hours advance notice, you will be billed for the lunch.
For more information please call 251-947-2626.

Time:

7:30am - 8:30am

Description:

Magnolia Blossom Cafe, 22667 Hwy 59 S., Robertsdale
Sponsored by Magnolia Blossom Cafe and Riviera Utilities. Bring a friend and join us for networking, breakfast and door prizes.
For more information call 251-947-2626.

Time:

4:00pm - 8:00pm

Description:

University of South Alabama, Mitchell College of Business, 5811 USA South Dr., Mobile AL
The program schedule includes:
-How to better manage your cash flow
-How to start an investment club
-How to do business with Mobile Area Water & Sewer System
-How to write a business plan for success
-How to identify the right loan for your business
-How to increase your assets through home ownership
-How to communicate with your markets
This summit is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
For more information and to register, go to www.southalabama.edu/sbdc or contact Brenda Brown at 251-460-6004.

Time:

6:30pm

Description:

Foley Public Library, 319 E. Laurel Ave, Foley
Marc Miller, an experienced and successful Baldwin County retailer, will lead a "down to earth" workshop dealing with such issues as: Improving sales and profits; knowing your customers and their needs; recognizing your market niche, developing and maintaining a service oriented staff, importance of location and reputation; and other revenue generating topics.
For more information contact 251-928-9664.

Time:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Description:

How to Conduct a Human Resources Legal Audit - 1.5; Employment Discrimination Despite Best Intentions - 1.0; Handling Employee Complaints & Investigations - 1.5
Daphne City Hall, 1705 Main St., Daphne
Presented by Nancy Vaughn, Legal Advantage Human Resources Solutions, LLC. 4 Hrs HRCI Credit!!! $45 Members and $60 Non-Members includes lunch.
For more information contact Linda Darnell at linda@clarkpersonnel.com .

Time:

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Description:

Campbell Hardware & Sporting Goods, 22529 Hwy 59 North, Robertsdale
Learn the latest outdoor cooking techniques from the experts. The guys from Bayou Classic will be at Campbell Hardware cooking on the Cypress Ceramic Grill. Sample Grilled Chicken, Sausage and More! Lots of yummy food, super deals on outdoor cooking products and door prizes!
For more information call 251-947-2291.

Time:

8:00am - 2:00pm

Description:

Regions Bank Parking Lot, 22070 Hwy 59, Robertsdale
For more information contact Susanna Dollarhide at 251-947-3310.

Time:

6:00pm

Description:

Heritage Baptist Church, 20993 Co Rd 64, Rosinton
Featuring: Michael Robinson and Bill Wells
For more information call 251-228-2907.

Time:

9:00am - 4:00pm

Description:

University of South Alabama, Mitchell College of Business, 5811 USA South Dr., Mobile AL
Participants will receive two hours of lecture/instruction followed by six hours of scenario-based training. The training will provide participants an opportunity to experience the various steps in developing a complete proposal. Presenter, Jerry Ellisonm is a seasoned business leader and contracting/procurement consultant with years of extensive experience in secuting and managing government contracts throughout the nation.
A $20 fee will cover the cost of coffee and a box lunch. Due to limited seating, REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED.
Register online at www.southalabama.edu/sbdc or call 251-460-6004.

Time:

9:00am

Description:

McDonald's, 18515 Media Dr., Robertsdale
Join us in welcoming McDonald's as a new member of the Chamber and a new Robertsdale business.
For more information call 251-947-2626.

Time:

10:00am

Description:

Zippy Print, 22535 State Hwy 59 N., Robertsdale (next to Campbell Hardware)
Zippy Print has moved! Join us as we celebrate the relocation with a Ribbon Cutting.
For more information call 251-947-2626.

Time:

10:00am

Description:

Loxley Super Storage, 26081 Highway 59, Loxley
Join us in welcoming our new Chamber member and business.
For more information, call 251-947-2626 or email jmangion@centralbaldwin.com .

 
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