Chamber Chatter: 25th annual Casino Night a big win in Smithville
The 25th Annual Casino Night on Saturday was big success! We had amazing raffle prizes, silent auction items, a wonderfully talented live music event featuring Hailey Tuck and delicious food by John Chabot “The Caterer.” Many thanks to our title sponsor: Kragh’s Jewelers.
The chamber’s July quarterly luncheon was a big success this past week. Many thanks to First United Methodist Church for the venue and to our title sponsor: Roscoe State Bank as well as table sponsors: Colonel’s Quarters and Media Choice. We also want to thank Sheriff Maurice Cook for the informative “State of Law Enforcement in Bastrop County” presentation, a continuation of our “State of…” series brought to you by the Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee. Mark your calendars for our next quarterly luncheon on Oct. 26 where we will hear about the “State of the City” from Smithville City Manager Robert Tamble. Call 512-237-2313 for tickets or visit the event page online at: https://business.smithvilletx.org/events/details/chamber-quarterly-luncheon-october-8341
Welcome bags: The chamber is inviting businesses and organizations to help us welcome Smithville school employees back with welcome bags. Please bring 250 items by the chamber by noon Aug. 8 for the Aug. 9 event. We recommend a small gift item along with a coupon or other giveaway which will be received by every SISD employee.
Mixer: Mark your calendar for the August chamber mixer! Be sure to join us on Aug. 18, 5-7 p.m. at Prosperity Bank, 406 Main St. in Smithville.
Ribbon cutting: Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. at 306 Main St., Smithville. Join us for the ribbon cutting of ATX Infusion Therapy, specializing in IV hydration, mobile IV, heatstroke, migraine, morning sickness and dehydration.
Lunch & Learn: “Upping Your Social Media Game” with Ann Marie Nguyen. Get more social media interaction by learning how to make creative Instagram and Facebook reels. Aug. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. at the chamber of commerce office, at 106 NE First St. The course and lunch are free of charge for chamber members. Please RSVP by 4 p.m. on Aug. 9 to 512-237-2313 if you would like to have lunch. Register online: https://business.smithvilletx.org/events/details/lunch-learn-upping-your-social-media-game-with-ann-marie-nguyen-8434
The Fourth Annual Smithville Wingfest & Chili Cook-A-Roo: Mark your calendars for Wingfest! Wing and chili teams, cornhole tournament, beer booth, vendors and more at this event on Sept. 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.smithvillewingfest.com for details or call us at 512-237-2313. Sponsorships available to get your business name, banner and more in front of nearly 2,000 attendees of this fun annual tourism event in historic downtown Smithville.
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