Events for January 2015

Ozark Chamber of Commerce
Jan 1 Working Ozark Women
    Calling all Women Business Owners, Professionals, Community Leaders,  Retired Local Ladies, & Domestic Engineers!  Join us for lunch and meet some great people who can help you network and grow your business!  
  Want to know the pulse of Ozark? Find out about all the great community events and opportunities for both businesses and local residents with your front row seat to what's happening in Ozark each month! Our monthly "Working Ozark Women" luncheon & presentation is open to guests and the public and of course our women Chamber Members.
  • Date:
    January 1, 2015
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    The Ozark Community Center*
    1530 W. Jackson St 
    Ozark MO 65721 
     *Field trips and entertainment venues are often substituted and will be noted on each months' specifics 
     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Normally the 1st Thursday of the Month
    except Holidays and our Combined Chamber events in February and July
  • Fees/Admission:
    The fee is $10.00 if registered 24 hours in advance, here's how!
    1-Register online under events at www.OzarkChamber.com
    2-Email us at  info@OzarkChamber.com
    3-Call us at 417 581 6139
    Please note, you will be charged the $10 fee for no-show unless you cancel your reservation 48 hours in advance of event.
Jan 1 Christmas Light of Ozark at Finley River Park
The Christmas Lights of Ozark will begin November 15th at 6:00pm and continue through the holiday season until the 5th of January 2015.  Families and Friends can drive through a beautiful and fun moving light display! Be sure to tune in to the Ozark Station on the radio to hear Christmas Music and find out all about the City of Ozark and the many holiday activities available for visitors and residents to enjoy. 
         
Jan 2 First Friday Coffee!
First Friday Coffee! 
    Join us each First Friday in 2015 for our monthly morning meeting!  This is a come and go event so feel free to drop in and say 'Hi' or stay for the hour. 
  • Date:
    January 2, 2015
  • Time:
    7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Location Varies each month
     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    Info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:

    7:00 am to 8:00 am
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    There is no registration or RSVP required! Open to Ozark Chamber members, Ozark residents, and All Ozark Businesses
Jan 2 Christmas Light of Ozark at Finley River Park
The Christmas Lights of Ozark will begin November 15th at 6:00pm and continue through the holiday season until the 5th of January 2015.  Families and Friends can drive through a beautiful and fun moving light display! Be sure to tune in to the Ozark Station on the radio to hear Christmas Music and find out all about the City of Ozark and the many holiday activities available for visitors and residents to enjoy. 
         
Jan 3 All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast @ VFW Post 7628
VFW Post 7628 All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast

First Saturday of each Month.

Adults: $3
Children 6-12: $2
Children under 6: free
 
  • Date:
    January 3, 2015
  • Time:
    7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location:
    VFW Post 7628
    104 South 1st Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US
  • Contact:
    Location Contact: VFW Post 7628 Location Phone: 417-581-5553
Jan 3 Christmas Light of Ozark at Finley River Park
The Christmas Lights of Ozark will begin November 15th at 6:00pm and continue through the holiday season until the 5th of January 2015.  Families and Friends can drive through a beautiful and fun moving light display! Be sure to tune in to the Ozark Station on the radio to hear Christmas Music and find out all about the City of Ozark and the many holiday activities available for visitors and residents to enjoy. 
         
Jan 4 Christmas Light of Ozark at Finley River Park
The Christmas Lights of Ozark will begin November 15th at 6:00pm and continue through the holiday season until the 5th of January 2015.  Families and Friends can drive through a beautiful and fun moving light display! Be sure to tune in to the Ozark Station on the radio to hear Christmas Music and find out all about the City of Ozark and the many holiday activities available for visitors and residents to enjoy. 
         
Jan 5 Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting
Legislative Committee meets the first Monday of each month from 4:00 to 5:00 pm at the Chamber office.
  • Date:
    January 5, 2015
  • Time:
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce & Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center
    in the South Pointe Center
    1471 W. South Street
    Ozark, MO 65721
  • Contact:
    417-581-6139
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    4:00-5:00pm
    1st Monday of each month
Jan 5 Christmas Light of Ozark at Finley River Park
The Christmas Lights of Ozark will begin November 15th at 6:00pm and continue through the holiday season until the 5th of January 2015.  Families and Friends can drive through a beautiful and fun moving light display! Be sure to tune in to the Ozark Station on the radio to hear Christmas Music and find out all about the City of Ozark and the many holiday activities available for visitors and residents to enjoy. 
         
Jan 5 Ozark City Council Meeting
Ozark Board of Aldermen meets at 7:00p the first and third Monday in City Hall Council Chambers.

 
  • Date:
    January 5, 2015
  • Time:
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location:
    City Hall
    206 North 1st Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US
  • Contact:
    Contact: City Hall Phone: 417-581-2407
Jan 6 RIbbon Cutting for Mango Melon Boutique (On the Square) is Tuesday Jan 6th!
    Join us in welcoming Ozark's newest retail clothing outlet, Mango Melon!  This store features the latest trends and fashion choices for women, teens, and girls.  Mango Melon Boutique has a great selection of casual apparel, jewelry, and shoes.   
    After the Ribbon Cutting you can enjoy some refreshments and retail therapy with your fellow Chamber members and find out the latest happenings in Ozark.  Bring your business card for a special prize drawing.  This is your first chance in 2015 to show your support for new business in Ozark and promote the vitality of  our Historic Downtown!  

 
  • Date:
    January 6, 2015
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    101 E. Church St
    Ozark MO 65721
    417 485 3411
     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    Sabrina@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE
    Ribbon Cutting is now on Tuesday January 6th 12-1pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Ribbon Cuttings are a great way to meet new people and get involved with your community!  There is no fee and Ozark Chamber members, residents, and local business professionals are welcome to attend.
Jan 6 Christian County Elks Lodge Meeting
Christian County Elks Lodge meets at 7:30p the first and third Tuesday of each month.
  • Date:
    January 6, 2015
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location:
    Christian County Elks Lodge
    2400 N 18th Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US

     
  • Contact:
    Christian County Elks Lodge 417-581-4190
Jan 7 One On One Business Consulting

One-on-One Business Consulting

Individual Appointments with Chrystal Irons, Business Development Specialist
MU Extension Service and Small Business Administration

NOTE:
One on one Business Consulting held first and third
            Wednesday every month 
    ​ 

Appointments may be made by calling Emily
417-581-6139 or email at info@ozarkchamber.com

Consulting will be at the Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center Conference Room​

  • Date:
    January 7, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.ozarkchamber.com
  • Location:

    Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce
    1471 W South Street
    Ozark, MO  65721
    471-581-1267 or www.ozarkchamber.com
  • Contact:
    Call Emily Carpenter 417-581-6139 or email info@ozarkchamber.com
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    By Appointment Only
  • Fees/Admission:
    A service provided to our members free of charge
Jan 8 Working Ozark Women - January 8th 2015
                               Happy New Year ! 
      Join us for our first 2015 monthly "Working Ozark Women"  networking event and lunch on Thursday, January 8th, 2015!
Start the new year with the expert insight of our own Human Capital Resource & Maintenance Manager,  Highpoint People Company's Kari Stewart! 

“Leading Your Way in 2015”

We are all leaders and we play different roles as leaders in our community, home and workplace. What are you going to do to make a difference this year? We’ll discuss how to take charge of 2015 and make a difference in the Chamber, the Community, work and home.
 

     Sponsored by "Show Me Systems", one of our our local CGHEC Tenants, featuring an entire product and service line of home security, elder care monitoring systems, surveillance, and protection.
  • Date:
    January 8, 2015
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
      The Ozark Community Center
      1530 W. Jackson 
      Ozark MO 65721
     Call  us 581-6139 for directions!
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
      Thursday January 8th from 11:30 to 1:00 pm
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    $10.00 if registered 24 hrs ahead
    $15.00 within 24 hrs or as walk-in
    Register one of three ways:
    1- Call Us at 581 6139 to RSVP before next Wednesday at 11:30am
    2- Online at www.OzarkChamber.com - events
    3- Email info@OzarkChamber.com
Jan 8 Ribbon Cutting for KPM (New Offices!)
Join us for a special afternoon Joint Chamber Ribbon Cutting with Springfield Chamber for KPM CPA & Advisors and Technology!  Come share in their growth and celebrate their new location on Republic Road. (One Step Closer to Ozark!)    Ribbon Cutting will be at 4:00 pm followed by an Open House until 6:00 pm.    
    
Jan 9 First Friday Coffee! January's event is 2nd Friday due to the Holidays!
First Friday Coffee! 
    Join us each First Friday in 2015 for our monthly morning meeting!  This is a come and go event so feel free to drop in and say 'Hi' or stay for the hour. Starting off the New Year for us on the 2nd Friday due to the Holidays, on Jan 9th,  our host will be Walmart in Ozark!
 They will have lots of warm coffee for the cold day and some breakfast treats waiting for you in their personnel offices.
    Find out about the many grants and scholarship endeavors they have for local businesses and causes, and share in some fun Ozark Chamber camaraderie!  Bring your business card to share with the new people you will meet, invite a friend, and find out the happenings in Ozark!
First Friday in January Hosted by:  
  • Date:
    January 9, 2015
  • Time:
    7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Location Varies each month
    January 9th Event for 2015 will be hosted by Walmart of Ozark
    @ Hwy 65 and South St (F Highway)
     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    Info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    2nd Friday of January on the 9th  (Holiday)
    7:00 am to 8:00 am
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    There is no registration or RSVP required! Open to Ozark Chamber members, Ozark residents, and All Ozark Businesses
Jan 9 National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.)
If you are a law enforcement officer come out this Friday for some of our Signature Route 66 Blend Coffee by Rebel Roaster and homemade COPcakes by Brittani for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.). We appreciate you!
  • Date:
    January 9, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location:
    4941 N Towne Centre Drive in Ozark (SW corner of Hwy 65 and CC)
  • Contact:
    For more information call 417-891-9998
  • EMail:
    nwoodsome@cruisin66cycles.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    9am to 5pm
Jan 9 Have Dinner & Help the Homeless: Hot Soup Cold Nights
  This fundraiser event is being sponsored in part by the Christian County Emergency Management team, with assistance from the Christian County Homeless Alliance. The funds that are raised will be used to provide families and teens who have lost their homes, a night or two out of the cold and into a motel room. These couple of nights are crucial for a parent or teen to take time and focus on the next steps they need to take to provide for their families or themselves. Dinner is FREE Donations Welcome.
  • Date:
    January 9, 2015
  • Time:
    5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Union Hill Church of Christ. 865 N. Nicholas Rd. Nixa MO
     
  • Contact:
    Christian County Emergency Management 417 581-2126
  • EMail:
    lindabarger@christiancountymo.gov
  • Date/Time Details:
    January 9th 5:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m.
  • Fees/Admission:
    Dinner Free Donations Welcome
Jan 16 2015 Showcase Ozark Expo Committee Meeting
  2015 "Showcase Ozark" Business & Community Expo Committee meeting next week!  Come join the team and help us plan the details for our 2015 Expo! Attracting more vendors, obtaining entertainment, kids' activities, event sponsorships, and food booth coordination are just a few details we need our valuable chamber volunteers to assist us with.
  Only 36 days until Open Registration Date! 
 
    
 
  
  • Date:
    January 16, 2015
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 
    1471 W. South St 
    Ozark MO 65721 
    417 581 6139 
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce
  • EMail:
    Sabrina@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Friday January 16th @ 8:30 am 
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    No fee 
Jan 16 Ribbon Cutting for the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 7628 !
  Please help us welcome our wonderful Ladies Auxiliary of the Sam Appleby Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7628 to the Ozark Chamber of Commerce!  The Ribbon Cutting will be at 5:00 and guests will be invited to purchase tickets for the 'All You Can to Eat" chili dinner for January.
  • Date:
    January 16, 2015
  • Time:
    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    VFW Post 7628
    104 South 1st Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US

     
  • Contact:
    Call the Ozark Chamber of Commerce at 581-6139
  • EMail:
    Info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Friday January 16th from 5:00 to 6:00 / to coincide with their monthly membership dinner.
  • Fees/Admission:
    The Ribbon Cutting is no charge; guests are invited to stay and purchase dinner tickets from the Post which will benefit Veterans in our area via the Ladies Auxiliary.
Jan 19 Ozark City Council Meeting
Ozark Board of Aldermen meets at 7:00p the first and third Monday in City Hall Council Chambers.
  • Date:
    January 19, 2015
  • Time:
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location:
    City Hall
    206 North 1st Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US
  • Contact:
    Location Contact: City Hall Location Phone: 417-581-2407
Jan 20 Christian County Elks Lodge Meeting
Christian County Elks Lodge meets at 7:30p the first and third Tuesday of each month.
  • Date:
    January 20, 2015
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location:
    Christian County Elks Lodge
    2400 N 18th Street
    Ozark MO 65721 US
  • Contact:
    Christian County Elks Lodge 417-581-4190
Jan 21 One On One Business Consulting

One-on-One Business Consulting

Individual Appointments with Chrystal Irons, Business Development Specialist
MU Extension Service and Small Business Administration

NOTE:
One on one Business Consulting held first and third
            Wednesday every month 
    ​ 

Appointments may be made by calling Emily
417-581-6139 or email at info@ozarkchamber.com

Consulting will be at the Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center Conference Room​

  • Date:
    January 21, 2015
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.ozarkchamber.com
  • Location:

    Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce
    1471 W South Street
    Ozark, MO  65721
    471-581-6139 or www.ozarkchamber.com
  • Contact:
    Call Emily Carpenter 417-581-6139 or email info@ozarkchamber.com
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Only a few appointments left for this Wednesday, January 21st! Contact me today!
  • Fees/Admission:
    A service provided to our members free of charge
Jan 22 "Good Afternoon Ozark" Monthly Membership Luncheon

       
"Good Afternoon Ozark" is held every 4th Thursday at The OC from 11:30 to 1:00. 


 
·  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!


 

 

  • Date:
    January 22, 2015
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Ozark Community Center
    1530 West Jackson
    Ozark MO 65721

     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce (417) 581-6139
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:

    "GAO's" are held every 4th Thursday with exceptions for holidays in November -December.

  • Fees/Admission:
    Cost is $12 if register at least 24 hours in advance
    Cost is $17 if register less than 24 hours in advance

    Reservations not canceled 48 hours in advance will be billed to the person or business making the reservation.  
     
Jan 27 Ribbon Cutting for Liberty Mutual Insurance Tomorrow @ Chamber Office
Join us in welcoming Liberty Mutual Insurance - agents Chad Johnson and Natalie Francis- as new members to the Ozark Chamber of Commerce!  Be part of the official ribbon cutting ceremony and share in some great Chamber camaraderie.  They will be serving up hot coffee and cool refreshments. 

     Bring a business card to enter a prize drawing for a dinner at Big Whiskey's!   Find out what they can do for you today to help you with all of your business, personal, property, and other insurance needs.
  • Date:
    January 27, 2015
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    @ The Chamber Office
    1471 W. South St
    Ozark MO 65721

     
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce
  • EMail:
    info@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Tuesday January 27th at Noon
    onboard The Ozark Chamber of Commerce 

     
  • Fees/Admission:
    There is no fee to attend this fun free networking event.
Jan 27 NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION/REFRESHER TRAINING FOR YOUR CHAMBER WEBSITE
    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. 
  
  • Date:
    January 27, 2015
  • Time:
    3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce
    Carl G. Hefner Enterprise Center Large Conference Room
    1471 W. South St
    Ozark MO 65721

    (We are located .5 miles from Hwy 65 at the Walmart Exit /South St on your left)
  • Contact:
    Ozark Chamber of Commerce 417 581 6139
  • EMail:
    Sabrina@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    This training will be offered monthly
    on the 4th Tuesday of the Month from 3:00 to 4:30 pm
     
  • Fees/Admission:
    All members of the Chamber are encouraged to take advantage of this free training on how to link up and use your chamber website with your private, FB, and Linked In sites!  
Jan 29 Lunch & Learn
  "Rays the Bar" and Find out how you can save with Solar for your business and home!  This week's Lunch & Learn will be an overview on 
Clean and Renewable Energy for your Business. 

  Join us for a comprehensive discussion of your options to increase the efficiency of your business workplace and home through natural energy.    Find out about the grant program for our area and how you can help make a difference for the future while saving money! 
    

Sponsored by Missouri Sun Solar 
 
  • Date:
    January 29, 2015
  • Time:
    11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.OzarkChamber.com
  • Location:
    Ozark Community Center (The OC)
    1530 W. Jackson, Ozark MO 65721
  • Contact:
    417.581.6139
  • EMail:
    info.@OzarkChamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, January 29, 2015    
    11:45 am- 1:00 pm

     
  • Fees/Admission:
    $10.00 for lunch 

    Reservations not canceled 24 hours in advance will be billed to the person or business making the reservation.