eNewsletter - October 2012

BUSINESSCONNECTION

a publication ofthe O’FallonChamber of Commerce

OCTOBER 2012

he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will host its 3rd Annual Trivia Night on Friday, November 2, 2012 in the O’Fallon City Hall gymnasium located at 100 North Main

Street in O’Fallon, Missouri. Doors open at 6:00 pm and Trivia starts at 7:00 pm.

Join us for Trivia Night of the Living Dead as the event promises to be an evening full of brain power and brain eating questions! The Trivia committee has been hard at work to make sure this is the best Trivia Night fundraiser yet. Selecting a zombie theme has allowed the committee and staff to get creative with the questions

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ith nearly 2,500 volunteers donating a total of 20,000 hours to assist the City over the past year, O’Fallon showed appreciation for its volunteers at the

16th Annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet.

In recognition of service on the City of O’Fallon’s boards and commissions, O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy named Stan Patton, current chairman of the City’s Board of Adjustment, O’Fallon’s “Volunteer of the Year.” For service benefi ting the community and beyond, the

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Stay for 5 minutes or 2 hours, whichever fi ts into your schedule best. Our monthly Business After Hours are a great way to build relationships with many of your fellow Chamber Members. Average attendance at these free events is around 60 Chamber Members!

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Don’t miss the O’Fallon Chamber’s

General Membership LUNCHEON Tuesday, October 23, 201211:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.@ the Elk’s Lodge1163 Tom Ginnever in O’Fallon, MO

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1299 Bryan Rd, O’Fallon, MO 63366Phone: 636-240-1818Email: info@ www.OFallonChamber.org

Mission Statement:The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

Vision Statement:The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be the catalyst for the prosperity of our community as a valued resource for businesses, organizations, and residents.

Offi cers:Cindy Elking, Chairman of the BoardAdam Hopper, 1st Vice ChairmanJeff Arneson, 2nd Vice ChairmanRuss Craven, TreasurerStacee Gilmore, SecretaryJulie Feast, Past-Chairman

Directors:Mark Crank, DirectorHeather Deatz, DirectorTim DeGhelder, DirectorRon Epps, DirectorMichael Favazza, DirectorJonny Kruse, Gracie BarraAlissa Moore, DirectorBrian Richardson, DirectorDavid Schmidt, Director

Staff:Erin Williams, President/CEOSara Henderson, Communications DirectorSam Byers, Membership Services Director

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rom its simple storefront on Veterans Memorial Parkway to its unassuming name, there is nothing

fl ashy about The Old Tax House. Ever since its humble beginnings 35 years ago, the business has focused less on the drama and more in the detail, a method appreciated by all who seek quality service tax service.

“Tax preparation is a partnership, I think that’s one of the key factors [of our success],” said Lisa Parres, general manager. “We do our very best to meet the client where they are, and meet their needs as they see fi t.”

Though it is a fact that the majority share of the tax preparation market in most towns is held by chain stores, that is not the case in O’Fallon. “We are the largest prep service in O’Fallon, and have been for many many years,” Parres said of The Old Tax House, which also specializes in small business accounting. “I think we’ve been very fortunate; our customers really are key as far as that’s concerned. The majority of our clients are repeat clients, and we have a tremendous amount of referrals.”

The role that the community has played in keeping The Old Tax House at the top of the market has not been lost on them, and they work to maintain their presence in the daily lives of O’Fallon residents.

“We’ve been a part of the O’Fallon community and been kind of ‘keeping it in the O’ long before that was a phrase. We’ve always supported local organizations, schools, different community organizations, we’ve always been a participant… and I think our community has in turn thanked us by continuing to support us.”

The Old Tax House has called O’Fallon home since 1977, and has seen a lot of changes in both the town and the people it serves.

“People want things faster, and convenience matters. We give our clients options.” Clients of the Old Tax House can choose to sit down with their preparer or they can drop their tax return information off at the offi ce and pick it up when it is prepared. With an increase in popularity of online tax preparation software, the Old Tax House created a detailed online survey to allow people to provide necessary information to an Old Tax House preparer from the comfort of their own home.

The average, convenience-craving consumer does not have time in the day to keep up with current tax code, which is why it is a full time job at Old Tax House.

“Tax law changes every year…There are changes, additions, and sometimes just entirely new legislations that have passed. We spend a lot of time and a lot of effort making sure that we stay up to date on tax law changes, and understand that training for our employees is key,” said Parres. “When you come in and sit down with us, we are doing everything that we can to get you every legitimate deduction. Getting you the larger refund or the lowest tax liability is our goal.”

Though the preparers at The Old Tax House pride themselves on their education, they see the importance of education their clients as well.“At the end of the tax prep process, we are doing our very best to make sure that we are explaining the differences and the process so that the client understands what their tax liability is and how they got to it,” said Parres. “We really do go out of our way to provide personal service and do our best for each and every client. I think that is diffi cult in some respects when you’re dealing with large volume, but we have continued

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Thursday, October 18th7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

St. Charles County Art Council

Rise & Shine...to join us for the O’Fallon Chamber’s Morning Schmooze, a FREE bi-monthly, networking event open to Chamber members. You just never know who you will meet at a Schmooze so arrive ready to network with a pocket full of business cards and a 1 minute infomercial.




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and decorations and they are excited to see how this year’s participants will embrace their inner zombies.

The evening will consist of fun questions from a variety of categories, not just zombie trivia.

Tables are still available but will sell out very soon. Only $160 for a table of eight people includes 10 rounds of trivia, door prizes, a mulligan, beer and soda. You may also bring in your favorite snacks and drinks. The evening will be packed with

cash prizes, 50/50, special games & drawings, a prize for the best decorated table and best costume plus a silent auction will all be part of the fun. This event will sell out, get your tickets today!

The 3rd Annual O’Fallon Chamber Trivia Night is proudly sponsored by: City of O’Fallon, Ameren Missouri, Delmar Gardens, Wholesale Batteries, and SSM St. Joseph Health Center.

For more information or to register

your table visit www.ofallonchamber.org/trivia or call 636-240-1818 to reserve your spot.

Trivia proceeds benefi t the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education, and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

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Welcome to the last quarter of 2012, I can’t believe that the Holiday Shopping season is only a month away (for those of us who don’t wait until December 15th anyway). This is continuing to be a phenomenal year for our O’Fallon Chamber. Hopefully by the time

I write to you next month the Chamber will be conducting business in our new offi ce and prepping for our ribbon cutting on November 9th.

Speaking of phenomenal, the Chamber welcomed 26 new members to our organization in September! While looking at the numbers is great, what does that really mean for you and the Chamber? Well, for you, it means that our organization is crawling with new businesses to network. New people to learn about and new people to listen to what you’re all about so that we can all be on the lookout for referrals. It means that we have new like-minded people to exchange ideas with, to be a source of information, and a colleague to bounce ideas off.

New memberships also mean that our organization is fulfi lling its mission. When we grow the number of businesses that we work for, we are also helping to strengthen the economic vitality of our community; remember a rising tide raises all boats.

So now I’d like to ask a question of our 26 new members and our 510 current members are you getting the most out of your membership? There are so many ways to get involved in the Chamber and reap the benefi ts of membership.

• ATTEND! The O’Fallon Chamber has at least 2 networking events each month, and 3 every other month. Our Morning Schmooze, Membership Meetings, and After Hours are scheduled at different times to accommodate everyone’s calendar.

• SHARE LEADS! The Chamber has 3 active Leads Groups which meet two times a month to build their relationships so that referrals can be passed. We often say that joining a leads group is like expanding your sales force by 15 for free.

• COMMITTEES! Currently we have committees meeting to plan the 3rd Annual Trivia Night and Inaugural Casino Night. Are events not your thing? How about joining us monthly for the Legislative Lunches to learn about hot topics in our area, or becoming an Ambassador to welcome new businesses to our area and serve as a goodwill host at our luncheons.

• BECOME A BOARD MEMBER! All members who have been active for 1 year are invited to apply to be a Board member. We are always looking for new people with new ideas and a different prospective to keep our organization thriving.

Our Chamber has a great website fi lled with information on all of these topics and a great staff who are happy to get our membership plugged in. Visit the site, ofallonchamber.org or give the offi ce a call, 636-240-1818 to fi nd out how to get the greatest return from your Chamber investment.

Until next month, Keep the Shot Outs Coming!

Cindy ElkingChairman of the Board

GET READY FOR CHAMBER’S GOT TALENT IN NOVEMBER

re you the next O’Fallon Chamber’s Got Talent Star? Show us your stuff at the November 27th general membership meeting! Sing a jingle, perform a skit, or leave us amazed with your other talents

while promoting your business. Only 10 spots are available and each participant will receive up to 2 minutes to perform their “commercial”. Our special guest judges will score each participant and award the top 3 performances. Reserve your spot today- no auditions required! Call the Chamber Offi ce at 636-240-1818 or email [email protected].

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BOARD POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE

our O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is now accepting applications from members who are interested in serving a 3-year term on the Board of Directors. All members who

have been an active member in good standing for at least one year are eligible for Board positions. New terms will run from January 2013- December 2015.

The Board of Directors are responsible for advancing the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, monitoring and enhancing programs and services, offering fi nancial oversight, and ensuring effective organizational planning.

If you would like to be considered for one of the open Board of Director positions, please email Erin, at [email protected] for an application.

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The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon are excited to welcome these new businesses to the community and to help them celebrate with a with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony.

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIESWELCOME TO O’FALLON!WELCOME TO O’FALLON!

LOOK! Shops991 Waterbury Falls, O’Fallon, MO 63368

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings:October 2nd @ 3:30 p.m.Powers Family Pharmacy

October 15th @ 11:30 a.m.CVS Pharmacy

October 17th @ 11:30 a.m.Jiffy Lube in Walmart

October 22nd @ 11:30 a.m.Cabinets, Flooring & More

Mary’s Morsels Bakery & Cafe107 O’Fallon Pl, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Hubler Auto Plaza1400 E Terra Ln, O’Fallon, MO 63366

to make that a priority. And when you make something a priority consistently, I think that it shows, and I think that that’s really been a great benefi t for us.”

To appeal to new clients to The Old Tax House, Parres believes the facts speak for themselves.

“I think that anyone new to the community, when they take a look at our website or take a look at any of the advertising that we may do, any place who’s survived as a small business for 35 years: I think that really does speak volumes,” said Parres. “To stay in business for 35 years and to be the largest service

in O’Fallon and certainly one of the larger ones in St. Charles County as a whole, I think that has to say something to potential clients.”

The Old Tax House is located at 8810 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. Call 636-240-7706 or visit www.OldTaxHouse.com for more information.

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Mayor selected O’Fallon’s Chamber of Commerce as the City’s “Ambassadors of the Year.”

Additional awards were presented by Kathy Halstead, Manager of the City’s Volunteer Services Department, and Volunteer Services Coordinator Alexis Jaegers, in recognition of volunteer efforts, hours, and other contributions in helping with City events, recreational programs, special projects and assisting City staff.

• The IMPACT Award was presented to Operation Homefront Missouri• The Family of the Year Award was given to the Ted and Beverly Richardson family• The 2012 Motivated Volunteer Professional (MVP) Award was presented to Ella Groene• The Team Excellence Award was presented to City Staff at the Renaud Spirit Center• Presidential Volunteer Service Awards were presented

to individuals and groups based on service hours:Gold (1,000+ hours): Alex Amend, Rebekah Davis, Carol Fears, Ella Groene and O’Fallon Police Explorers Post 2943Silver (500-999 hours): Bill Gardner, Wendell Jackson, Ava Skyers and Team O’FallonBronze (200-499 hours): Jim David, Andrew Davis, Bob Leifeld, Don McCabe, Ed Murat, Nicolas Nunn-Faron, Mark Perkins, Karen Roberts, Lois Roberts, the Brian and Beth Davis family and their children (Rebekah, Andrew, Jonah, and Caleb), the O’Fallon Veterans Commission, and the Heritage & Freedom Fest Parade Committee.

“It is people like you who help make our City so successful,” Halstead told the volunteers. “You have literally put your heart, soul, and yes, some sweat into making sure that O’Fallon remains the great City that we have become.”

For more information about the awards, contact Volunteer Services Manager Kathy Halstead at 636-379-5507 or [email protected].

Sign Code RevisionThe O’Fallon City Council recently approved changes to the City’s sign code, as summarized below.

For a complete understanding of these changes and how they may impact your business, please refer to the full text of the Ordinance, along with the staff briefi ng, included on the City’s website www.ofallon.mo.us as part of the August 23, 2012, City Council Meeting Agenda Packet. It is Bill No. 6199, which is Item #2 under Old Business. In brief, the new sign code:

• Allows for additional “end-cap signage” for corner tenants when the façade can be seen from any roadway or parking lot. Previously, this type of signage was prohibited.• Permits larger directory signage for developments of more than 10 acres in

size. This type of signage may be up to 20 feet in height and 225 square feet in sign area. Before this change, directory signage as limited to 12 feet in height and 150 square feet in sign area.• Allows for “secondary identifi cation signage” related to the occupation, service, and/or product being sold at the site. This type of signage was not previously permitted.• Permits secondary directional signage within a project, site or development exceeding ten (10) acres in size. These types of signs shall be designed to accommodate the names of businesses or buildings with directional areas. These signs may be placed no closer than 50 feet to a public or private right-of-way and shall not exceed 28 square feet in area or 10 feet in height. These signs are effective in guiding vehicle and pedestrian traffi c through a large development. They were

not allowed previously.• Now allows for A-Frame or sandwich board signs to be placed on sidewalks no further than 20 feet from the storefront of a business to advertise their products and services without a permit. Signs must be placed so as not to disrupt sidewalk traffi c and may only be placed outside when the business is open.• Establishes parking regulations for Class Three and above vehicles, step vans and trailers that are used primarily for signage. These types of vehicles are prohibited from parking in the spaces located closest to the right-of-way or property line. This issue was not previously addressed in the City’s sign code.• Establishes a new interchange district along the future Highway 364/Page Avenue extension. The City’s existing interchange district regulations will now apply in this area.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chad Cornwell, Planner, at 636-379-5486 or [email protected].

O’FALLON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE:


WORKSHOPS HELP MAKE THE MOST OUT OF NETWORKING

he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will host a series of Networking Works! workshops to teach local business people not just about the importance of networking, but how to get the

most out of the networking they are already doing.

The workshops will take place once a month at Staybridge Suites in O’Fallon, MO from October through February. Pete Brown of Sandler Training will lead the workshops with a focus on becoming a more confi dent and successful networker.

“So many tend to believe that networking is really just handing out business cards over lunch. In truth, that is a good way to meet people, but maybe not as effective as having strategic goals associated with how you meet people, why you meet people and how to make networking actually work for your business,” said Erin Williams, President and CEO of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce. “These workshops will give participants not just an elevator speech, but the knowledge to build their ‘personal board of directors’ and how to build relationships that are mutually benefi cial so that there is truly a net of people working for and with one another.”

The event is open to members and non-members of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, and registration for one workshop as well as for the whole series is available, and includes a continental breakfast.

For more information and to register for the classes visit www.OFallonChamber.org/networking-works or call 636-240-1818.

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Chamber of Commerce events!You’ve always had the opportunity for

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vacation of a lifetime! The more you attend, the better your chance are of winning!

Throughout 2012 each time you attend a General Membership Meeting, Business After

Hours or Morning Schmooze, your name will be entered into a drawing. The winning

vacation recipient will be drawn at the Annual Awards luncheon held on

December 18th, 2012.

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Tuesday, October 2Networking Works!Staybridge Suites7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Ribbon CuttingPowers Family Pharmacy3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Wed-Fri, October 3 - 5Offi ce Closed

Monday, October 8O’Fallon EliteWebster University in Winghaven12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tuesday, October 9Ambassadors MeetingResidence Inn3:45 PM - 4:30 PM

Business After HoursResidence Inn4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Wednesday, October 10Masters of BusinessChristian High School - Annex12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Thursday, October 11Leads to SuccessThe Falls Golf Club8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

New Member OrientationO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Monday, October 15Ribbon CuttingCVS Pharmacy11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tuesday, October 16Board of Directors MeetingO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Wednesday, October 17Ribbon CuttingJiffy Lube11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Thursday, October 18Morning SchmoozeSt. Charles County Art Council7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

CHAMBER CALENDAR OCTOBER 2012

Tech/Comm MeetingSpencer Road Library Branch12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Friday, October 19Legislative Awareness LunchRendezvous Cafe12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Monday, October 22O’Fallon EliteWebster University in Winghaven12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Monday, October 22Ribbon CuttingCabinets, Flooring & More11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tuesday, October 23General Membership LuncheonO’Fallon Elks Lodge 258711:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Wednesday, October 24Masters of BusinessChristian High School - Annex12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Thursday, October 25Leads to SuccessThe Falls Golf Club8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Thursday, November 1New Member OrientationO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Friday, November 23rd Annual O’Fallon Chamber Trivia NightO’Fallon City Hall7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Monday, November 5Chairman’s Book ClubO’Fallon, MO 633669:00 AM - 10:00 AM


All About Blinds Etc, IncAccountants & Tax Preparation1120 Technology Dr, Ste 106 O’Fallon, MO 63368636-939-6700www.allaboutblinds.hdwfg.com

American National PaymentsCredit Card Processing3233-1 Domain S St. Charles, MO 63301314-757-6658www.americannationalpayments.com

Artown Roofi ng & ContractingContractors: Roofi ng250 Elaine DrO’Fallon, MO 63366636-614-1994www.artownroofi ng.com

Cabinets, Flooring & MoreConstruction, Repair and Home Improvement2996 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368636-980-2500www.cabinetsfl ooringandmore.com

CVS/pharmacyPharmacy3002 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368636-272-5856www.cvs.com

Dutchman Realty Inc.Realtors / Real Estate1041 Peruque Crossing CtO’Fallon, MO 63366636-949-0777www.dutchmanrealty.com

Dynamic Pathways LLCEducational Services1660 Bryan RdO’Fallon, MO 63368

636-980-1286www.dynamicpathwaysllc.com

Great Escape of O’FallonEntertainment900 Caledonia DrO’Fallon, MO 63368636-329-0050www.greatescapetheatres.com

Handy Mom LLCCleaning Services: Commercial1112 Silo Bend DrWentzville, MO 63385636-698-5243www.handymomllc.com

Harper’s Doggie DaycarePet Care1082 Bryan Rd O’Fallon, MO 63366636-272-2555www.harpersdoggiedaycare.com

Holly’s Bookkeeping & NotaryAccountants & Tax Preparation4 Worcester CtO’Fallon, MO 63366636-448-4005

IsagenixHealth/Wellness Troy, MO 63379314-568-3056

Kiwi Paint SolutionsAutomobile: Services, Body, & Repair405 East Elm St.O’Fallon, MO 63366636-439-3196

Mary Kay - Nina DeAngeloCosmeticsO’Fallon, MO 636-577-4323

Mexico Road Florist Florist350 Mid Rivers Mall DrSt. Peters, MO 63376636-278-4550www.mexicoroadfl orist.com

Nolan Plumbing Contractors, Inc.Plumbing Services/Plumbers173 Rockaway DrO’Fallon, MO 63368-8006636-329-1848

O’Fallon Crossing ChiropracticChiropractors2960 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368636-272-7473ofalloncrossingchiropractic.com

Pounds and Inches AwayHealth/Wellness2972 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368636-281-2929

Premier Dental PartnersDental Health1630 Market Ctr Blvd Suite 100O’Fallon, MO 63368636-300-4380www.premierdentalpartners.com

Print & Web PeopleWeb Site Design1008 Rock Creek Elementary School DrO’Fallon, MO 63366636-642-0681www.pwpstl.com

PrudentialFinancial Services12312 Olive Blvd, Ste 300 St. Louis, MO 63141314-548-4415

NEW MEMBERSA VERY SPECIAL WELCOME!A VERY SPECIAL WELCOME!


Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of September 2012 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for...

1 YearRE/MAX EDGE

2 YearsColdwell Banker Gundaker, Theresa JuengerCornerstone MortgageCreative Smiles Dental CareJacobson Financial Group Investments & InsuranceTrigg Banquet Center

3 YearsJerry Kelly Heating and CoolingSignature Health Services

5 YearsSouthernside Apartments

6 YearsPark Place Senior Living at WingHaven

7 YearsAngels On Duty, Inc.Gentemann Manor

9 YearsHilton Garden Inn

10 YearsWebster University - WingHaven

13 YearsCaregivers Inn

17 YearsFred Weber Inc.

MEMBER ANNIVERSARIESTHANK YOU!THANK YOU!

Psychiatric Care & Research CenterMental Health Services4132 Keaton Crossing Blvd Ste 201O’Fallon, MO 63368636-244-3589www.pcrc-stl.com

Rodan + Fields DermatologistsHealth/Wellness606 Royal Pine Ct Lake St Louis, MO 63367314-409-9343www.jlangston.biz

Thrivent Financial - Kelly Brickner, CLU, FIC Financial Services3006 WingHaven Blvd O’Fallon, MO 63368636-695-4110www.facebook.com/kelly.brickner.thrivent

USA MortgageMortgage Services210 Triad West O’Fallon, MO 63366314-307-2825www.usa-mortgage.com

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Contact Jim Susman: 314/997-3390 or [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE25th Annual Excellence in Community

Development Awards Banquet“Celebrating 25 Years of Progress”

Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 11:30 a.m.Doubletree by Hilton

16625 Swingley Ridge Rd. • Chesterfield

Masters of Ceremony:Tom Shaw, Tom Shaw Realtors

Tom Fleming, Supplies Network, Inc.

2012 Honorees St. Louis County

Maryville Centre

THF Realty

St. Louis Family Church

McBride Homes

West Newsmagazine

2012 Honorees St. Charles County

Missouri Research ParkMasterCardCitiGroup

City of WentzvilleGeneral Motors

Partners for Progress

Hwy. 141 Connector/Boone Bridge/Page Avenue Extension

Platinum - $ 2,500Recognition in all marketing

materials.Signage at banquet

Logo in the programCompany recognition at table

Table of 8

Gold - $ 1,000

Recognition and signage at banquet

Logo in the program

Company recognition at table

Table of 8

Silver - $550

Company recognition at table

Table of 8

$60 Individual tickets

Walter Knoll FloristFlorist2516 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368314-352-7575www.wkf.com


Keep up to date with news, sales, events and more from your fellow members. Contact Sara at [email protected] to submit your information for future newsletters. Check out www.ofallonchamber.org for more member news and events.

MEMBER MENTIONSNEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS

Countdown to Sunday, Oct. 7 for MO’ Cowbell Half Marathon & 5K With just days to go, the 2012 MO’ Cowbell Half Marathon & 5K promises to be MO’ exciting and MO’ fun that last year! More than 2,500 runners will be participating when things kick-off at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 in Frontier Park on the historic St. Charles riverfront. And don’t miss the post-race party and awards ceremony from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Frontier Park. Festivities will include refreshments, exhibits, photos with Chuck the race mascot and the live music of Rough Ryders. This year’s headline sponsors are Barnes-JewishSt. Peters Hospital and Progress West Healthcare Center, members of BJC HealthCare. For more info, click here or call Kerin Abbey at 636-441-6880 ext. 230.

Trunk or Treat in WingHavenChildren may go “trunk-or-treating” with WingHaven businesses from 12:30-3:30 p.m. October 20, 2012 in the Midwest Bank Centre parking lot, 2299 Technology Drive off WingHaven Boulevard in O’Fallon.There will be a costume parade, live music and activities.

Door to door Advertising OpportunitiesOffering a personal touch with your exclusive offer getting delivered door to door for the past 8 years.For as little as $25 per week you can reach out to your next potential customer. The bag is always hung on the door and no competitor ads in the same bag. For affordable and reliable service give Barb with The Bag Ladies a call today at636.734.6487 or [email protected].

Halloween Howl for the HomelessThis event begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 27th. A Children’s “Monster Mile” Fun Run will follow at 9:45 a.m. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the best costumes in numerous categories. Both events take place on the campus of the St. Charles Community College in Cottleville, MO. Registration for either event can be done at: http://is.gd/howlforthehomeless. Registration for either event is $25 (inclusive of cotton shirt) and $30 (inclusive of Tec shirt). Family entries are available at a cost of $90 and include entry for four participants and four cotton shirts. An awards ceremony will follow with awards going to the top three overall male/female winners, as well as the top 3 male/female winners in each class. All participants in the Monster Mile will receive an award. The Halloween Howl for the Homeless and Children’s Monster Mile are vital fundraisers for the Care Service and community support is essential for the ongoing mission of the Care Service.

October Jazzercise Special - $69 for the rest of 2012 Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60-minute total body workout. Every Jazzercise group fi tness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. 39 Unlimited classes each week, free childcare available 9:30am Mon thru Fri and 5:15pm Mon thru Thurs. (special only good with January EFT registration)

Give Your Trick-or-TreatingA GlowFor the third consecutive year, State Farm Insurance Co has generously provided the St. Charles County Ambulance District with one of their ‘Safe Neighbors’grants. Through these funds, the Ambulance District is able to offer its Halloween Safety program to families in the county. As in years past, they will provide free glow-in-thedark bracelets to children to wear on Halloween night while trick-or-treating — a fun way to make kids more visible to drivers as well as other pedestrians. New this year, free refl ective candy bags also will be available (while supplies last). Bracelets and bags can be obtained from select State Farm agents’ offi ces and the ambulance district’s headquarters facility throughout October. A list of participating agents can be found at www.SCCAD.com.In addition, the Ambulance District will partner with St. Charles City-County Library District to offer a series of Halloween Safety presentations for children & parents.Along with trick-or-treat safety tips, the presentations will include a tour of an ambulance and story time. Please note that advance registration is requested for the presentations. Parents may register their children at www.YOURANSWERPLACE.org.

The Great Pumpkin Festival Morning Star Church to Offer Free Fall Family Event The Great Pumpkin Festival to Feature ‘Pumpkin Chunkin’ On Sunday, Oct. 14 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. With activities such as hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a chili cook-off, pumpkin chunkin and bon fi res to roast marshmallows, the Great Pumpkin Festival will appeal to individuals and families of all ages. Free to the community. For more info visit www.mscwired.org.

New members are welcomed at the September General Membership Meeting held at Old Hickory!

CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

Mike Hurlbert congratulates the owners of Look! Shops at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

Delmar Gardens hosted a fabulous Business After Hours this month.

Erin, Mark and Cindy have fun showing off the merchadise at the Hubler Auto Plaza ribbon cutting.

Good times and networking at the September Business After Hours.

Over 130 members at the September Monthly Membership Meeting!

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