Chamber Link
Chamber Link is a weekly publication
of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce
July 2nd, 2009

Become Visible to 10,000 People

Ad sales are wrapping up for the Guide to Georgetown/ Membership Directory. Black & white ads start at $340. Color ads start at $690. Ad prices include ad creation if needed. Premium spots still available (first text page and inside back cover)!

*10,000 copies printed
*Yellow highlighted online directory listing(s) included for free with ad purchase
*Distributed primarily via Chamber, Visitor’s Center, relocation packets, Library, and now local hotels

Additional listings, boxed listings, & logo listings also available
*Members automatically receive a free listing alphabetically and by one category.  Listings in additional categories available for $110.

Details on the ad agreement: www.georgetownchamber.org/chamberlink/Info/DirectoryAdvAgreement.pdf.

The newest luxury development in western Williamson County, Beltorre is proud to announce that Hunnicutt Custom Homes has begun construction on its first model home in the 106-acre luxury community.  
 
“I think Beltorre is one of the most attractive developments to have come along in a long time,” says Jack Hunnicutt, owner and founder of Hunnicutt Custom Homes. “From the development’s entry, setting, lot sizes and overall location, Beltorre has all the right pieces in place. I’m very careful about where we take our custom home program, but Beltorre fits all our needs and those of our customers.”

Located on FM 3405 near Ronald Reagan Blvd (between Liberty Hill and Georgetown), Beltorre offers more than 86 pristine one-acre lots surrounded by spectacular scenery, historic rock fences and abundant wildlife. To learn more, call 512-778-6656 or visit www.beltorre.com.

Chamber Night at the Dell Diamond
Thurs., July 16th at 7:05pm

Come enjoy a fun-packed night at The Dell Diamond with fellow chamber members and their families that includes ½ price beer and $1 sodas. Round Rock Express will be playing Oklahoma City Redhawks.

Ordering Deadline for Tickets: Monday, July 6th. Box Seats- $6 (normally $12),  Home Run Porch- $3.50 (normally $7), Berm Seats- $3 (normally $6).

Please mail or fax the linked ticket order form to Round Rock Express, Attn: Henry Green.

Upcoming Chamber Events

Fri., July 3rd, Chamber Closed for the July 4th Holiday

Wed., July 8th, Ribbon Cutting, 10am at Genghis Grill - the Mongolian Stir Fry in Wolf Ranch

Thurs., July 9th, Ribbon Cutting, 12:15pm at Literacy Council of Williamson County, 2411 Williams Dr, Ste 1, Georgetown 78626

Fri., July 10th, Ribbon Cutting, 12:15pm at Postal Annex, 1530 Sun City Blvd, Ste 120

Tues., July 14th, Business Network Lunch, 11-1 at Angel Springs Event Center, $10, RSVP

Wed., July 15th, Ribbon Cutting, 12:15pm at Pearl Family Practice, 950 W. University Ave, Ste 104

Thurs., July 16th, Chamber Nights at the Dell Diamond, 7:05pm. Order tickets by July 6th

**Entire Calendar of Chamber Events**

Texas A&M Health Science Center Receives Funding

Appropriated to the TAMHSC-College of Medicine is $16 million in new monies for a total of $45 million during the next biennium to sustain the college’s current level of growth until the next legislature meets to consider funding needed for continued expansion aimed at quickly and effectively addressing the state’s physician work shortage. The dollars appropriated in the current state budget will be used to further the work initiated by a $33 million infusion in 2007 that was applied toward expanding the school’s Bryan-College Station and Temple campuses into full, four-year medical education programs. A new two-year clinical campus also was established in Round Rock, with construction of that facility on track for a fall 2009 opening.

Additionally, the 81st Texas Legislature has slated $1 million to support the Biosecurity and Import Safety initiative to be operated from the TAMHSC-South Texas Center in McAllen. The initiative will address complex public health issues in a major medical and biosecurity sensitive area along the Texas-Mexico border. More...

Fill the Bus

Tax-free weekend (Aug. 21-23), 8:00 am-5:00 pm, outside the Georgetown Wal-Mart, Georgetown Area Junior Forum will be accepting school supplies and cash donations benefiting GISD students.  Needed are basic school supplies such as backpacks, crayons, paper, etc.  For info contact Christy Hall at 658-7658 or www.gajf.org.

FREE SPACE to Georgetown Non-Profits in July at Market Days

Market Days for July takes place July 11 from 9am-4pm. The Market is sponsored by the Downtown Association, a non-profit organization. This is an opportunity for you to meet with community, hand out literature, recruit volunteers, etc. Have a food pantry?... Bring donation barrels or sell T-Shirts to build up your reserves. Each space is 10x10 and you will need a pop up canopy, tables, chairs, banners, literature, etc. July's theme colors are patriotic - red, white and blue! Application.

American Red Cross Summer/ Fall Classes

The American Red Cross of Central Texas offers first aid, care giving, water safety and instructor courses to keep the whole family trained and prepared to respond in any situation. From CPR or administering emergency oxygen to basic water rescue. The latest summer and fall courses have been announced and are available for immediate registration. Also back by popular demand is the Babysitter Boot Camp.

All Red Cross courses provide the most vigorous training and certification and are designed to train individuals of all ages and skill levels. Further, anyone interested in becoming an instructor for the Red Cross can get started immediately with an array of training courses like lifeguarding, water safety and CPR and first aid. For a detailed listing of courses or to register now, go to www.centex.redcross.org/classes/index.php.

ACC Offers Online Course: "Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2009"

The course lasts six weeks, with two new lessons being released weekly (for a total of 12). The courses are entirely Web-based with comprehensive lessons, quizzes, and assignments. A dedicated professional instructor facilitates every course; pacing learners, answering questions, giving feedback, and facilitating discussions. Call Austin Community College at 512-223-7139 or visit them online at www.austincc.edu/ce/ct.

Dale's Essenhaus
Fri., July 3rd at dark

It's the 6th Annual Fireworks Display, a Gary Kovar Presentation. Music is from 8-12 by Kenny Orts. The cost is $10 for adults /$5 for kids ages 5-15. Visit www.dales-essenhaus.com for more info or call 819.9175. Located at 3900 FM 972 in Walburg.

Sertoma's 4th of July in the Park
Sat., July 4th from 11am-10pm

There will be booths all day, food vendors, a kid's area, and music. The children's parade is at 11 am. Children are welcome to decorate their wagons and bikes (no motorized vehicles or pets) in a patriotic theme to ride in the parade. The children gather at the low water crossing and ride together to the gazebo. Call Ann Corso at 630.3212 or e-mail cobro5@msn.com for more info. Fireworks begin after dark. Visit www.georgetownsertoma.org/4thofjuly.htm.

Attention Bowlers...

Please come and bowl Mel's Lone Star Lanes July 4th scratch marathon, July 5th handicap marathon. Just let them know you are coming by calling 930.2200 or e-mailing Doug Patton at doug@melslonestarlanes.com. Details at www.melslonestarlanes.com.

Postal Annex Grand Opening
Fri., July 10th

Bill and Donna Taylor, new owners of the Postal Annex at 1530 Sun City Blvd, quietly opened their new store on March 30, in part because the people of the Del Webb community kept calling to find out when they would be open for business. Now, a couple of months later, the Taylors want to invite the entire community to their Grand Opening Celebration. The event will feature specials, giveaways, and refreshments. “We also want to encourage all the local residents to enter their names in a drawing for a new Ricoh Aficio color printer," says Taylor.  Entry forms will be available in the store beginning June 29th.

Join the Chamber

For info, contact Lori at 930.3535. Or, check out "The Top 10 Reasons to Join."

Brown Santa's "Christmas in July"
Sat., July 11th from 8-11:30am

Runners will once again lace up their sneakers to benefit the Brown Santa Program in the 4th Annual Christmas in July Kids & Family Fun Run/Walk.  The event starts with the run and continues with law enforcement exhibits and fun family activities. The Kids’ K Run for children 12 & under will begin at 8am.  The Family Fun 5K Run/ Walk will begin at 8:30am. Law enforcement exhibits and fun family activities, will take place from 9-11:30am at the Williamson County Southwest Regional Park located at 3005 CR 175.

Registration for the Kids K is $10.  Registration for the chip-timed run/walk is $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 & under before July 7.  On race day, registration is $30 adults and $20 children 12 and under.  You can register on-line at www.run-far.com for a convenience fee or at the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, 508 Rock Street, Georgetown.  For more info, visit http://wilco.sharepointsite.com/PIO/Santa/default.aspx or call 512-943-1313.

The Brown Santa program is a 19-year-old community outreach program of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office that brings Christmas to children whose families are at or below the poverty level. Toy donations and sponsorships will also be accepted for the event.  Donations can be mailed to: Attn: Brown Santa, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, 508 Rock St., Georgetown, TX 78626. 

Mailing Labels

Get the contact person & info for all Chamber members on CD or mailing labels for $25. Need a shorter list to save on postage costs? We can narrow down the number of addresses by only including GT addresses, etc.

Contact Marlene at 930.3535 or info@georgetownchamber.org.