Events for October 2014

Ozark Downtown Farmers Market features live music each week and now has over 30 Vendors featuring great food of all kinds: Seafood from the Gulf, Peruvian Food, Artisan Breads and Pastries, and much more!  Make your weekly visit to pick up local Farm Fresh Produce, see the new options available for Pet Care Products and Accessories, enjoy Specialty Arts & Crafts, or visit the various community organization booths all contributing to causes for the good of Ozark! 
 Come out and have a taste of something delectable and healthy for you in the midst of our Ozark Downtown Historic Square - visit one or all of the many fine restaurants & cafe's, dessert venues,  clothing retailers, and seven unique antique and chic emporiums- many of which will be open during market hours for you to visit.  Eat Local. Live Well.
Every Wednesday 4:30-7:30!
  Watch for Special Celebrations and Themes Each Month throughout the Year!

• Bring your business card to share with all the new people you will meet
• Bring a door prize to show off your product/service
• Be ready to have a great time and learn about upcoming community events

The Inaugural Ozark "State of the Community" Dinner
Presented by the Chamber of Commerce

The Ozark Chamber of Commerce will host the inaugural State of the Community Dinner on Thursday evening, October 2, 2014 at The OC at 6:00 pm.  The evening will consist of a dinner and presentations by community leaders,  with time allowed for questions from attendees.

The Chamber Leaders, along with the Partnership in Progress which consists of the Ozark School District Leaders, and the Ozark City Leaders, decided that it is important to take a look at our community, see where we stand, remember where we’ve been and take focus on our future. A civic meeting is the perfect setting to exchange ideas and information by brining together a cross-section of the community.

The goal of the event is to present the current state of each entity involved and talk about how we,  as a community,  can support one another. The following community organizations will be the featured presenters: City of Ozark, Ozark School District, Ozark Fire Protection District,  and Christian County.

Join our teen book club, meeting every first Friday in the Netzer Room. Vote on titles for  upcoming meetings, and find out what we’re reading this month at http://cclteens.blogspot.com. Ask library staff if you’d like help getting a copy of a book club book. No registration required.
 

  Join us for some food and fun as we say "Benvenute" to our newest dining venue in Ozark,  "Salvatore's Fresh"!  Bring your business card for a prize drawing of a dinner for two  and your tastebuds for some sampling of their menu. 
  http://salvatoresfresh.com/about-us/
 

The road to success for any business is constantly changing. There is more competition in every category; no matter if you are a plumber or plastic surgeon. To compound the situation, it is harder to reach preoccupied consumers that are distracted by thousands of messages coming at them every day.

Brandsformation Seminar Includes:

• Marketing your business- learn mistakes and success from other businesses
• Advertising investment- get a solid ROI
• Mind Share= Market Share!
• BrandsForm your business- a 4-step proven process to get results
• Tips and the future of social media
• How to form an advertising budget

* Coffee & Light Breakfast is included
* Registration Requested. Even though this is a free event, your registration is requested so that we know how many to plan on. Thank you!

The MU Extension's Small Business & Technology Development Center is offering a workshop entitled:
"Introduction to QuickBooks for your Small Business"
Taught by Chrystal Irons, Business Development Specialist
Laptop computers will be provided for use during class

This class is a hands-on workshop covering this highly popular computerized bookkeeping system, QuickBooks.

Attendees will learn how to navigate in the program and the steps to set up a new company. Irons will guide participants through setting up a chart of accounts, creating customers and vendors, track accounts payable and receivable, reconcile accounts, and create reports.  This workshop will give QuickBooks^® users an overview of several features available to help enhance their accounting processes.  Participants will use a provided laptop to practice the features using a sample company.  A workbook and sample company file will be given to attendees.

“QuickBooks^® boosts the accuracy of your small business accounting. In addition to keeping more accurate business records, the QuickBooks^® reports help owners and managers make better business decisions.

Mandy Evans Photography Open House - Specializing in Wedding Packages, Family, and Special Event photography.  
 

Ozark Downtown Farmers Market features live music each week and now has over 30 Vendors featuring great food of all kinds: Seafood from the Gulf, Peruvian Food, Artisan Breads and Pastries, and much more!  Make your weekly visit to pick up local Farm Fresh Produce, see the new options available for Pet Care Products and Accessories, enjoy Specialty Arts & Crafts, or visit the various community organization booths all contributing to causes for the good of Ozark! 
 Come out and have a taste of something delectable and healthy for you in the midst of our Ozark Downtown Historic Square - visit one or all of the many fine restaurants & cafe's, dessert venues,  clothing retailers, and seven unique antique and chic emporiums- many of which will be open during market hours for you to visit.  Eat Local. Live Well.
Every Wednesday 4:30-7:30!
  Watch for Special Celebrations and Themes Each Month throughout the Year!

  Join us on Thursday October 9th at Noon as we celebrate ARIS Engineering's relocation to the thriving and  growing Historic Downtown District of Ozark MO!  Share in the fun with a ribbon cutting and a casual 'meet and greet' type reception.   They will be having a full-on  " Cook Out"  hosted by their former neighbors the Missouri National Guard who will be serving up hotdogs, brats, and burgers for guests.  Bring your appetite and your smile to share! 
  Don' t forget to bring your business card for a prize drawing or two !

"ARIS Engineering, Inc is Southwest Missouri’s leading provider of Structural Engineering in Residential and Light Commercial construction, since 1994."
 

                                            Parking Lot Party!

There will be: 

• Food
• DJ & Dance Off
• Prizes
• Special Offers
• Cash Grab

Hosted by our Chamber Members: Peoples Bank of the Ozarks, Big Whiskeys of Ozark, Yogurtini, Mitchum Jewelers, and B & B Ozark Nixa 12 Theatre!

 

The Christian County Friends of the Library will host their fall book sale in October in the Netzer Room at the Christian County Library. Most items are priced $0.50 to $1.00. Cash and checks          accepted. Items for sale include books of all kinds, videos and DVDs, puzzles, magazines, and more. Want first pick? Friends of the Library members are invited to a preview sale on Friday, October 17th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Get an annual  membership at the door, or in the library anytime, for $5.00 per family. The public sale is open during the following times:
 
· Saturday, October 18th, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
· Monday-Thursday, October 20th-23rd, 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
· Friday, October 24,  12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. (Items Half Price)
· Saturday, October 25th, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ($2 /Plastic Grocery Bag)
 
The Clever Public Library Friends of the Library also host their sale in October. The Clever Book Sale takes place at the Clever Fire Station   Community Room, located at 406 N. Elm St. in Clever. Sale dates and times are as follows:
 
· Friday, October  10, 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
· Saturday, October 11, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
 
Every book sale purchase supports these Friends of the Library            organizations, which in turn fund important projects at the libraries.  You can also help by donating used books, movies, music and more to your library. Donations of materials for the sales are accepted anytime the  libraries are open. The Christian County Library will accept donations up to October 11th, 2014, and again after October 29th.
 

  Join us in celebrating the growth and success of a local, family owned business who has relocated within their home of Ozark- Haven Home Health & Therapy will be showcasing their new and improved office space across from Ozark Junior High!  
    Refreshments will be served.  Be sure to bring your business card for a special surprise drawing! 

Their Motto:
"Restoring strength, safety and independence far beyond the hospital." 
 

• Accredited by the Joint Commission for Home Health Care
• Haven is a proud member of Home Health Quality National Improvement Campaign
• Haven Home Health is part of the Missouri Alliance For Home Care

  Celebrate another eventful season by attending the Ozark Downtown Farmers Market Fall Final Finish on October 15th!   Starts at 4:30 and includes Live Music, Special Booths, Fun for Kids, and a Pet Costume Contest at 5:30 pm! 

Ozark Downtown Farmers Market features live music each week and now has over 30 Vendors featuring great food of all kinds: Seafood from the Gulf, Peruvian Food, Artisan Breads and Pastries, and much more!  Make your weekly visit to pick up local Farm Fresh Produce, see the new options available for Pet Care Products and Accessories, enjoy Specialty Arts & Crafts, or visit the various community organization booths all contributing to causes for the good of Ozark! 
 Come out and have a taste of something delectable and healthy for you in the midst of our Ozark Downtown Historic Square - visit one or all of the many fine restaurants & cafe's, dessert venues,  clothing retailers, and seven unique antique and chic emporiums- many of which will be open during market hours for you to visit.  Eat Local. Live Well.
Every Wednesday 4:30-7:30!
  Watch for Special Celebrations and Themes Each Month throughout the Year!

 Join us as we celebrate the start of a Grand Opening Weekend for our new Orcheln's Farm and Home Store in Ozark!  They have a tremendous variety of products for everyone - " Serving the Midwest with 150 stores for 50 years. Talking about everything from chicken feed to leather boots."

  You don't have to be a farmer to appreciate the wide amount of products and selection availability at this fine retail and service outlet! 
 They carry "Automotive Supplies, Bird & Wildlife Care, Clothing & Footwear, Equine Supplies, Farm & Ranch, Fencing, Home & Toys, Home Improvement, Hunting, Lawn & Garden, Livestock Supplies, Pet Care, Power Equipment, Tires & Batteries, Tools & Welding."

  Refreshments will be served and bring your business card for a surprise drawing.  http://www.orschelnfarmhome.com/
 

THE OZARK COMMUNITY CENTER - 
"The OC" is Hosting their 2nd ANNUAL
"FOREST FUN-TACULAR" !!!!!!
Oct. 17-18 & 24-25, 2014
Outdoor & Indoor "Family Friendly" Fall Event
4 nights only - Oct. 17-18 & 24-25
5pm - 8pm - nightly
(Last ticket for Trick-or-Treat Forest sold @ 6:30 & Forest closes @ 7pm.)
Safe Trick-or-Treating, Carnival Games,
Story Teller, Kid-Friendly Movie,
Concessions, & lots of Photo Opportunities!

Schedule:      Trick-or-Treat Forest: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
                    Story-Teller:  5:00pm -  6:30pm
                    Movie:  6:30pm - 8:00pm
                    Concessions:  5:00pm - 8:00pm
                    Carnival Games: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
 

  CALLING VOLUNTEERS IN THE OZARK COMMUNITY AND THROUGHOUT CHRISTIAN COUNTY!  

     Want to make a difference?   Here is a right now and real time volunteer opportunity to make a difference in your community!  An Emergent need has arisen for individual or group volunteers to assist in the planned rebuild of the Christian County Family Crisis Center- “Freedom’s Rest” .     
   They are looking for help all this week through Sunday October 26^th and the location is just 8 miles from Springfield/ almost on the border of Greene/Christian County.  
 
   Freedom’s Rest is the only local haven and shelter serving all of Christian County.  This site is designed for victims of domestic violence to safely flee their situations and to obtain the help they need to get on their own two feet,  while being protected against further injury or harm from their assailants.
 
  The Crisis Center has obtained much needed funding and materials and now they desperately need willing VOLUNTEERS THIS WEEK THROUGH SUNDAY OCTOBER 26^TH  to assist in hauling materials, building walls,  plumbing, electrical, cement wall patching, yard work, painting, moving, and furniture assembly.  
    
     The goal is to  be completed for a grand reopening on 29 October, next Wednesday, so they can once again support the basic needs of those seeking immediate asylum from domestic violence situations. 
 
   If you can supply willing volunteers or some trade expertise for our community to restore services to those in need of safehaven from family violence throughout Christian County,    please contact the Ozark Chamber at 417 581 6139.
 
   Or you may call the Director of the Christian County Family Crisis Center (Currently Closed for remodel) Matthew Evans at (417) 773-5417 directly.  
 
  Please email volunteer@freedomsrest.org or call our office at 417-582-0344 to find out more or to let us know you are coming! 

Individuals, groups, churches, and everyone else of all ages are welcome to help "A New Beginning" become a reality!

First, the not-so-good news: More teens die from car crashes than any other cause. And the first year of driving is the most dangerous.

The good news: There’s something we all can do about it. And it involves a celebration!

That’s what Celebrate My Drive is about – celebrating this big, new life of freedom that comes with a driver’s license. Part of that life means making smart choices behind the wheel, which is why we’re spreading the message of 2N2^® – 2 eyes on the road, 2 hands on the wheel. It’s a simple habit that can reduce distracted driving and help new drivers build confidence on the road.

This party even gives you and your high school a shot at some pretty sweet prizes - like a $100,000 or $25,000 Grant for your high school, and maybe even one of two Grand Prize concerts featuring GRAMMY^® Nominated The Band Perry.

Last year, thousands of high schools in communities all over North America joined the celebration, with more than six million safe driving commitments made. And you’re invited to this year’s party!

Proceeds benefit programs & events funded by Friends of the Library.

THE OZARK COMMUNITY CENTER - 
"The OC" is Hosting their 2nd ANNUAL
"FOREST FUN-TACULAR" !!!!!!
Oct. 17-18 & 24-25, 2014
Outdoor & Indoor "Family Friendly" Fall Event
4 nights only - Oct. 17-18 & 24-25
5pm - 8pm - nightly
(Last ticket for Trick-or-Treat Forest sold @ 6:30 & Forest closes @ 7pm.)
Safe Trick-or-Treating, Carnival Games,
Story Teller, Kid-Friendly Movie,
Concessions, & lots of Photo Opportunities!

Schedule:      Trick-or-Treat Forest: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
                    Story-Teller:  5:00pm -  6:30pm
                    Movie:  6:30pm - 8:00pm
                    Concessions:  5:00pm - 8:00pm
                    Carnival Games: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
 

Proceeds benefit programs & events funded by Friends of the Library.

Proceeds benefit programs & events funded by Friends of the Library.

Join the staff at VIP Medical Services, as they introduce you to the newest addition to the clinic - VIP Esthetics! Our Esthetics office offers everything from facials, massage, waxing, peels, and microdermabrasion, to wrinkle reduction, fillers, and more! During the open house on the 21st, we invite you to enjoy snacks and refreshments while learning about our many new product and service offerings. We will be doing service demonstrations and information sessions, as well as offering Open House ONLY special pricing on our newest products: Dysport (similar to Botox) and Restylane (filler). We will be offering exciting product and service giveaways as well, so grab a friend and reserve your spot today! 

***Open House Special*** Bring a friend, and when you buy one facial area for Dysport, you will receive a second area of equal or lessor value FREE! Just let us know the name of your friend you are bringing when you call to RSVP!

Please RSVP to either 417-485-4847 or carmen@ozarksvipmedical.com by Friday, October 17, 2014 at 4 p.m. to ensure we have enough product and food. If you have any questions about the Open House or our products and services, please give us a call at the office: (417) 485-4847.

   Topic:   "Risk Management"
Internal & External Risks • Risk Identification • Risk Evaluation • Risk Measurement
   Presented by:
 
 

Proceeds benefit programs & events funded by Friends of the Library.

Attention Voters! 
Join Us for the “Good Afternoon Ozark!” Monthly Luncheon Next Thursday October 23rd, our Legislative Committee will be hosting a candidate forum the November Election! 
               Do You Know Your Candidates?  The Issues?
Where you can vote?
     Find Out Thursday Oct 23rd  11:30am –1:00pm 
@ The OC 1530 W. Jackson St in Ozark 
                         
We will also be announcing the slate of candidates for the Board of Directors election.

November Sample Ballots are available on the Christian County Clerk website listed by your Voting Location and Party:  http://www.christiancountymo.gov/sample%20ballots.html 
(Scroll Down to find your ballot and absentee voting info)


 

Sponsored by BNI Ozark "The Buck Starts Here" 

This general membership meeting is held every 4th Thursday of the month!
Sponsor and topic vary on each future event.
·  Bring business cards to share with the new people you will meet.
·  We encourage members to bring a potential new member with them as a guest.
·  We also encourage you to share what you do and bring a door prize for an additional opportunity to promote your business!

 

 

Proceeds benefit programs & events funded by Friends of the Library.

All items sell for 1/2 original price.

THE OZARK COMMUNITY CENTER - 
"The OC" is Hosting their 2nd ANNUAL
"FOREST FUN-TACULAR" !!!!!!
Oct. 17-18 & 24-25, 2014
Outdoor & Indoor "Family Friendly" Fall Event
4 nights only - Oct. 17-18 & 24-25
5pm - 8pm - nightly
(Last ticket for Trick-or-Treat Forest sold @ 6:30 & Forest closes @ 7pm.)
Safe Trick-or-Treating, Carnival Games,
Story Teller, Kid-Friendly Movie,
Concessions, & lots of Photo Opportunities!

Schedule:      Trick-or-Treat Forest: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
                    Story-Teller:  5:00pm -  6:30pm
                    Movie:  6:30pm - 8:00pm
                    Concessions:  5:00pm - 8:00pm
                    Carnival Games: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
 

Second of 2 community work days. This week we will be putting together furniture in each room, placing soft-line items (towels, bedding, blankets, etc) in each room, finishing landscaping, stocking the kitchen and pantry, finishing touches that can be accomplished. 

Please bring some tools, shovels, elbow grease, and be ready to have some fun completing our remodel and getting everything ready for our grand re-opening on October 29. 

Please email volunteer@freedomsrest.org or call our office at 417-582-0344 to find out more or to let us know you are coming! 

Individuals, groups, churches, and everyone else of all ages are welcome to help "A New Beginning" become a reality!

Join the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, a powerful event to raise awareness and funds to end breast cancer. The dollars you raise help the Society do the most for people with breast cancer today to end the disease tomorrow.     

$2 for plastic grocery bag of items.

THE OZARK COMMUNITY CENTER - 
"The OC" is Hosting their 2nd ANNUAL
"FOREST FUN-TACULAR" !!!!!!
Oct. 17-18 & 24-25, 2014
Outdoor & Indoor "Family Friendly" Fall Event
4 nights only - Oct. 17-18 & 24-25
5pm - 8pm - nightly
(Last ticket for Trick-or-Treat Forest sold @ 6:30 & Forest closes @ 7pm.)
Safe Trick-or-Treating, Carnival Games,
Story Teller, Kid-Friendly Movie,
Concessions, & lots of Photo Opportunities!

Schedule:      Trick-or-Treat Forest: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
                    Story-Teller:  5:00pm -  6:30pm
                    Movie:  6:30pm - 8:00pm
                    Concessions:  5:00pm - 8:00pm
                    Carnival Games: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
 

Attn: Military Personnel - Active, Reserve, Retired, and Veterans
Subject: Ozarks Area Navy Ball
The 2014 Navy Ball Planning Committee Springfield, MO requests the honor of your presence at the Ozarks Area Navy Ball celebrating the WORLD'S GREATEST NAVY
When: 25 October 2014, 1800-1900 Social Hour, 1900 Dinner served
Military: Service Dress Blues
Civilian: Appropriate Civilian Attire - Business Casual
Ticket Price: $45 for Chiefs

 

    New Member Orientation / Refresher Training will be held every 4th Tuesday to help ensure our members are online with all available networking, marketing, member events submission, and advertisement opportunities.   Please review your log in and password at www.ozarkchamber.com before class.  
Will be reviewing the features to maximize visibility of your business through the chamber website and answering questions about linking to Facebook and other social media. 
  

Please join us at Freedom's Rest as we reveal all that our community has contributed to creating a new feeling to our shelter.  We will be providing tours, sharing stories, and recognizing those who have made our recent remodel a reality.
 

  Christmas Parade Committee meeting!  We will be converging at Village Inn on Jackson to coordinate all the facets of a successful Christmas Parade and our new Jingle Bell Jog event! 
    And we will go over the 2014 Plan of Action & Milestones for both - aka "What's done and what's left to do".  Our new host site will be U.S. Automotive and the opportunity for pre parade square activities have been turned over to Project Graduation.


 

• Do you have 50 or fewer employees and think that the ACA doesn't apply to you... WRONG! Find out how the ACA does effect employers with less than 50 on the payroll.
• You could qualify for Tax credits, and find out how to avoid tax penalties.
• Could you or your employees qualify for a subsidy? Find out how this can impact your bottom line.

The MU Extension's Small Business & Technology Development Center is offering this interactive workshop. The class will be led by Business Development Specialist, Chrystal Irons. 

Come learn what the Affordable Care Act means for businesses!

  Join us for a 'Themed Ribbon Cutting' in  keeping with All Hallow's Eve - we will be having a "Healthy Halloween" party to celebrate our new member NIblets of Nutrition, a Juice Plus independent home based business. Wear some haunting accessories or costume and come share some fun with your Ozark Chamber compadres and Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center Tenants! 
     Refreshments will be served and you can view a demonstration of Barb Darnell's many different natural food and hydroponic garden products to help you live longer, better, stronger, and leaner ! 

This free family event, hosted by James River Church, includes a variety of safe activities for kids of all ages including giant inflatables, carnival games, face painting, cookie decorating, plus free Kettle Corn and lots of candy. The evening also features an interactive live stage production with special effects. This 30 minute production will be a highlight of the evening as Kids in the audience soar thru space to help Commander Starburst save the galaxy. Plus four families will also walk away with an incredible family vacation package. Kids of all ages are invited to dress up in their favorite costumes for this event. Rain or shine, join us from 6pm-9pm. It's free for the entire family.

  Zombie Prom for Kids 12-18 years old!
Hosted by your Christian County Library this is a fun way to celebrate All Hallow's Eve with other kids in a fun and dynamic environment! 
 
Do you know the origins of this holiday? Do you like Pizza? 
http://www.beliefnet.com/Faiths/Catholic/2000/10/Surprise-Halloweens-Not-A-Pagan-Festivalafter-All.aspx