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April 2011
The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
Volume 12, Issue 4
The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement
The mission of the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy of Bastrop and thereby,
the quality of life for all its citizens through economic, community, and leadership development.
Entrepreneur Workshop
Do you want to help your community become
entrepreneur ready? What does that mean in
today's economy, and what does it mean to a community like Bastrop?
These questions and more will be answered at
this "Kickoff" workshop on Wednesday, April 1
from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. We want your involvement and input. This session provides guidelines
and criteria to develop local systems that support
entrepreneurs as a means of invigorating the local
economy. If you are an entrepreneur and you want
to mentor other businesses to help Bastrop grow
and prosper, then you need to attend this FREE
workshop!
n Topics to be covered in the session include:
n The Power of Entrepreneurs
n Supporting Entrepreneur Venture
Development
n The Community Certification Process
n A Community Assessment Matrix
n Creating a Strong Entrepreneur Support System
n Youth Entrepreneurship Programs and Resources
n Action Plans for Success and Sustainability
Expect this to be an action-packed day full of sharing, discussion, experiential learning and practical
applications. At the end of the day you will leave
with plans and tools to rally people in this community around critical issues, with specific strategies
for program implementation, and with information
on where to access resources. Come prepared to get
fully involved in this "high energy" workshop as a
significant amount of material will be reviewed in a
relatively short period of time. The agenda allows for
Q&A, for discussion, and for drafting action plans to
get things "kick started" - even before you leave for
home. We've made it easy to register so do it now...
Call 512-332-0068. The workshop will be held in the
Heritage Hall, at 1020 Main Street in Bastrop.
We're hoping you join us for this interesting, informative and thought-provoking workshop. Bring your
ideas and be ready to share them!
Thanks for all you do for this community and we
look forward to seeing you at the workshop.
Sincerely,
Nancy Wood
Bastrop Main Street Program
[email protected]
512-332-0068
China Trip Available with B.E.S.T. Chambers of Commerce
ner, Asia Get Aways, will assist you in getting your
Visa and properly preparing all paperwork for your
trip. The tour leaves from Los Angeles on October
12, 2011, so you will also need to make accommodations for a round-trip to Los Angeles. This is an
excellent value that we would not be able to provide
ourselves. It will also offer great networking opportunities with other chambers who will be on tour at
the same time, as well as meetings with local business and community leaders!
Pack your bags honey, we’re going on the
trip of a lifetime! Thanks to a chamber of commerce travel program, outstanding opportunities are now available in Bastrop. “Chamber
Explorations” partners only with Chambers of
Commerce to offer diverse travel opportunities
to chamber members and the community. They
provide local support in the trip-planning stage
as well as superb customer service from their
customer support team in China. They create a
turnkey partnership to help maximize your travel
time. Chamber Explorations does it all – Service,
Service, Service!
The ten-day excursion is only $2,149 per person (double occupancy), and it includes:
n Round trip airfare from Los Angeles
n Deluxe accommodations - Renaissance, Sofitel
or similar
n 19 meals featuring authentic Chinese cuisine
n Award winning English-speaking tour guides
n Entrance fee for all attractions
n Deluxe coach transfers
n All applicable taxes
n Business briefing
There is a “single supplement” charge of $550 for
those without double occupancy per room. Other
charges are approximately $195 for a visa to enter
China; and the current cost of a passport, if yours is
not up-to-date. Chamber Explorations and their part-
Deluxe accommodations in Beijing, Hangzhou
and Shanghai will add to the memories made on
this trip. Some points of interest along the way are
the Temple of Heaven, the Olympics Bird’s Nest
and Water Bubbles buildings, Tiananmen Square,
the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Great
Wall, Lingyin Temple, and many more. You will
also experience guided tours through Beijing and
Shanghai, and take a cruise. We have color brochures with the trip itinerary and application paperwork that tells you the timelines for deposits and
final payments. Please call the chamber at 512-3030558 if you would like more information about this
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
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Bastrop Area Community Calendar
All events are subject to change of date or
location to accommodate holidays & meeting
facility requirements. Some organizations do
not meet each month due to seasonal concerns.
Please call the contact number to confirm
before attending any meeting.
All phone numbers are Area Code 512
unless otherwise noted.
The Healing River Alliance meets every
Monday at noon, at 1202 Pecan St. (corner of
Farm) in Bastrop. For more info, Cy Labat at
970-3705 or http://health.groups.yahoo.com/
group/healingriveralliance/.
Free Cancer Prevention Education
the 1st Monday of the month provided by
Dr. Gupta, 12:30-1 pm at the main office of
First National Bank, 489 Hwy 71 W. on the
2nd floor. bastropcma.com or 321-9091 with
questions or more info.
Bastrop Public Library Board Meeting.
1st Monday of each month, 6 – 7 PM. The
public is invited - come and get involved with
your Public Library! 1100 Church Street,
Bastrop, TX 78602. For more info, Mickey
Duvall, [email protected], 512321-5441.
The Bastrop Touchdown Club meets
the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 PM at BHS
athletic dome classroom. Everyone invited.
For more info contact Hershel Becker 5171959 or Dianna Kana 581-2665.
The Bastrop High School Baseball
Booster Club meets the 3rd Monday of
the month at 6:30 pm at BHS athletic dome
classroom. Everyone invited. For more info
contact Dee Underwood at 512-848-5691.
Mina Masonic Lodge meets the 4th
Monday of the month at 7:30 PM. Visiting
Masonic members are welcome. 601 Main
St in Bastrop, call 303-0191.
The Bastrop County Republican Party
meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7 PM.
Locations vary so call Albert Ellison at 7964560.
The American Legion Post No. 533 has
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker every Monday evening. 3003 loop 150 E, Bastrop, 321-5555.
The American Legion Post No. 533 has
Pool Tables Open 11 AM-7:45 PM, @ 8 PM
Pool Tournament. every Monday evening.
3003 Loop 150 E, Bastrop, 321-5555.
Bastrop Networking Group meets
every Tuesday at 7:30 AM at the Texas Grill,
101 Hwy 71 W. For more info, Mark Nix at
923-4760.
Yarnorama! Morning Fiber Group
meets Tuesday mornings from 9 AM – noonish. Bring a knitting or crochet project and
spend the morning with friends. This group
often works on Knit-Alongs (KAL's) where
everyone in the group who wishes to participate works on the same project to learn new
techniques. 130 Gonzales St, Paige, 512253-0100. Please see their website at www.
yarnorama.com for a comprehensive listing
of classes, rental equipment (looms, spinning
wheels, etc.), events, community projects &
Susan’s blog!
Meet ‘n’ Greet Bastrop (formerly
Bastrop County Referral Network – BCRN)
meets every Tuesday morning, 7:45-8:45 AM
at Maxine’s on Main, 905 Main St, call 7724236 or 303-5762.
The American Legion Post No. 533
On Tuesday evenings they have an Open Mic
from 7 – 10 PM. Featured Artist 10 – 11 PM.
Jam Session 11 – 12 PM. 3003 Loop 150 E,
Bastrop, 321-5555 or Joe at 629-9105.
The Rotary Club of Bastrop County
meets for lunch every Tuesday at noon at
Cedar’s Mediterranean Grill, 904 College.
No reservation required, call 332-2159.
The Bastrop Fine Arts Guild meets the
1st Tuesday of every month except December
at 7 PM at the Aqua Water Building, 415
Old Austin Hwy, call Jeanette Condray 5761100.
The Downtown Business Alliance
meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month
at 6:15 PM at the Chamber of Commerce, 927
Main St. For more information call Drusilla
Rogers at the Sugar Shack 321-3777.
The Lost Pines Garden Club meets
the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM at
the Bastrop Public Library, 1100 Church St.
Light refreshments, open to the public. No
meeting in June, July or August. For more
info, Norman Jones at 985-5741 or www.
lostpinesgardenclub.org
Diabetes Support Group meets the
2nd Tuesday of every month, 5 PM at the
Fellowship Hall next door to the Bastrop
First United Methodist Church, 1201 Main
Street. For additional information, please call
Wesley Nurse Charlotte Johnson at 332-2752
or Cyndi Watson, RN, at 360-2002.
Bastrop Public Library, Adult
Specialized Computer Class for Beginners.
The 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10:30 –
11:30 AM, join Sheilah Kosco for a free hour
long class geared to get you up to speed on
computer basics. Registration is required.
Call 512-321-5441 to register. 1100 Church
Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. For more info,
Sheilah Kosco, [email protected].
Texas Outdoors Woman Network
Bastrop Chapter meets every 3rd Tues,
6:30pm at the Bastrop Library, 1100 Church
St. We are women who hike, bike, camp,
swim, fish, kayak, bird-watch and all things
outdoors, at all levels. We always welcome
new members, especially beginners. Dues
are $20 a year. For more info, send us an
email at [email protected] or call
Paulette at 512-589-3438.
Bastrop Citizens Police Academy
Alumni Association meets the 3rd Tuesday
at 6:30 PM, open to all graduates of the
Citizens Police Academy. Warren Petersen
303-0689.
The Bastrop AARP Chapter meets
every 3rd Tuesday at 9:30 AM at the Bastrop
Senior Center, 1008 Water St. Social begins
at 9:30 & the general meeting starts at 10. For
more info Stella 303-4136.
Bastrop County Audubon Society
meets every 3rd Tuesday (Sept - June) at
7:30 PM in the community room of the First
National Bank, 489 Hwy 71 W. Go to www.
bastropaudubon.org or call 281-2762.
The Lost Pines Artisans Alliance
meets every 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 PM in the
Mary Nichols Art Gallery, 301 Burleson in
Smithville. Call 360-4347.
The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce
monthly luncheon is the 1st Wednesday
of each month, except July & December, at
11:45 AM with networking available at 11:15.
RSVP required, $12 for reservations before
noon on Monday of luncheon week, $15
for late reservations. Locations vary, check
bastropchamber.com website Events Calendar
for details.
The Edward Jones Coffee Club meets
at Charles Mazac’s office the 1st Wednesday
of each month, 8 – 9 AM, 3851 Hwy 71 E
(near Lakeside Hospital) in Bastrop. RSVP to
Stephanie at 321-5525, drop-ins welcome.
Bastrop Public Library, Preschool Story
Time. Every Wednesday & Friday, 10:30
– 11:00 AM. Short program for preschool
children including stories, songs, rhymes and
finger plays. Come and join us! 1100 Church
St, Bastrop, TX 78602. For more info,
Bonnie Ueckert, [email protected],
512-321-5441.
The Friends of the Bastrop County
Animal Shelter Meeting is held the 2nd
Wednesday of each month at The First
National Bank, Main Branch, 2nd floor at
6:30 PM. Call 321-1450.
The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce
Board Meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of
each month, except November & December,
at 8 AM. Meetings are in the Chamber Board
Room at 927 Main St, call 303-0558.
The Bastrop Philosophical Society
meets the last Wednesday of each month at
7 PM at the UMAC, 1800 Linda St. Free
refreshments, call 303-1531.
The American Legion Post No. 533 has
Karaoke every Wed. evening. 3003 Loop 150
E, Bastrop, 321-5555.
Thursday evenings from 5 – 8 PM at
Yarnorama! Help form a new evening knitting and crochet group for those who work
during the day. These groups are a fun way
to wind down after a tough day and get into
the unstress zone with others who share your
passion for fiber and yarn. 130 Gonzales St,
Paige, 512-253-0100. Please see their website
at www.yarnorama.com for a comprehensive
listing of classes, rental equipment (looms,
spinning wheels, etc.), events, community
projects & Susan’s blog !
Bastrop Area Cruisers Car Club meets
the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 PM at the
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort, buffet dinner served at 6 PM for $10/person, meeting
open to members or any car enthusiasts, call
321-4151.
City of Bastrop Parks Board meets the
1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in the
City Council Chamber, 904 Main St. The
public is welcome, call 321-0329.
Bastrop Public Library, Home School
Class. First Thursday of the month, 2 – 3:30
PM. A monthly class for 7-12 yr olds using a
variety of topics to improve students' knowledge of the library and how it works. Come
and join us! 1100 Church St, Bastrop, TX
78602. For more info, Bonnie Ueckert, [email protected], 512-321-5441.
The Cedar Creek Rotary Club meets
each Thursday at noon at the Hyatt Regency
Lost Pines Resort & Spa. Call Steve Dewire
at 308-1234.
Lost Pines High Tech Consortium
meets every 2nd Thursday of the month, 7PM
at the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce, 927
Main St to network and discuss building High
Tech in Bastrop. Those who work in the High
Tech sector are encouraged to attend. Then
move next door to Cindy’s for Happy Hour
specials, free chips & salsa. More info call
321-1171.
The Bastrop County Board of Realtors
meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at
Cedar’s Mediterranean Grill, networking at
11:30 AM. No reservations required. Call
Stephanie Daniel at 303-9910 or Gwendolyn
Watkins at 678-1131.
The Bastrop County Democratic Party
meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 PM
in the Aqua Water Bldg., 415 Old Austin Hwy.
Call Democrat Headquarters at 985-6591.
Bastrop
Public
Library
BASIC
Computer Class for Beginners. The 2nd
Thursday of each Month, 10:20-11:30 AM.
Join Bonnie Ueckert for a free hour long
class geared to get you up to speed on computer basics, this class is for adults wanting to
learn how to use a computer. Registration is
required. Call 512-321-5441 to register. 1100
Church St, Bastrop, TX 78602 . For more
info, contact Bonnie Ueckert.
The American Cancer Society conducts
a “Look Good…Feel Better” program the 3rd
Thursday of the month that provides information & complimentary make-up to women
undergoing cancer treatment to help them
look and feel more comfortable with changes
in their appearance. Licensed cosmetologists,
11 AM – 1 PM at the Bastrop Chamber of
Commerce, 927 Main St, RSVP required at
1-877-227-1618.
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The Bastrop County Republican
Women meet the 3rd Thursday of March,
May, July & October at 7 PM, call for
locations, Marilyn Etzel at 772-1975.
Bastrop Ministerial Alliance meets
the 3rd Thursday of every month in the
First National Bank Conference room (2nd
floor) at noon. Contact Pastor Bernie
Jackson, President, at 332-1467.
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks
meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7
PM, except Nov. & Dec. Meetings vary
between the Bastrop State Park Refectory
and Buescher State Park in Smithville.
Call 321-3740 or visit www.friendsoflostpines.org
Videonet Production Group has
merged with Arc Alive! Meeting times
are being established, currently the 2nd
Sunday of each month at 3 PM. Please
see
http://forms.basconet.com/index.
aspx?site=74488&tide=7498495 to verify
the date & time. At the UPSTART Media
Building, 1800 Linda St. in Bastrop. Have
you dreamed of making a movie, short
clip, or want to learn more about lighting,
editing, acting, videotaping, and more?
For info call Debbie Lundrigan 512-2298100 or go to www.basconet.com
Parkinson’s Movement Disorders
Outreach group meets at 2 PM the
4th Thursday of the month at the Argent
Court Assisted Living facility, 508 Old
Austin Hwy in Bastrop. Will meet the 3rd
Thursday in Nov & Dec due to the holidays. Call Shasta Martini at 321-9500 or
Jenny Bankston at 512-252-1512.
The Bastrop Business Women meet
the 4th Thursday of the month at noon in
the Bastrop Public Library meeting room,
1100 Church St. Informative speakers &
networking, Lunch is $10 & requires a reservation to Dolores Hestdalen, 303-6347
or [email protected]
Bastrop Public Library, Brown Bag
Movie. 4th Thursday of each month,
6:30 – 9:00 PM. Bring your brown bag
meal and enjoy a free feature film appropriate for the whole family.1100 Church
St, Bastrop, TX 78602. For more info,
Bonnie Ueckert, bonniej@bastroplibrary.
org, 512-321-5441.
Lumberyard Music Hall, live music
every Friday (and some Saturdays), 1109
Main St, Bastrop, TX 78602. Check their
website at www.musicinbastrop.com for
details, 512-321-7529
First Friday Art Reception, 6 – 8
PM, See the artwork and meet the featured
artists at the Main Street galleries, www.
bastropfineartsguild.com, www.jocastilloart.com
Camp Wilderness Ridge needs volunteers to serve with us for weekend
campouts & retreats, email [email protected] or call 512-237-4442.
River Valley Farmers Market is
open the following times/locations until
sold out: Bastrop - Tuesdays, 2 – 6 PM;
also RELOCATING to the parking lot of
the Bastrop Producers Market at 977 Hwy
71 W (between Hwys 20 & 21.)
Elgin - Saturdays, 10 am - 2 pm and
relocating to Veterans Park (109 Depot
Street) in downtown Elgin
Smithville - Thursday at 1 PM @ Main
& 1st Street Gazebo.
WIC approved, www.rivervalleyfarmersmarket.com or call 817-929-2789.
Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market is
open every Friday 2:30 – 6. Saturday
from June 19 to September 1 hours will
be 9 AM – 1 PM, then back to regular 10
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AM – 2 PM. 1302 Chestnut St, loaded
with everything from produce to jewelry.
Seasonal cooking classes & lectures on
Saturdays, live music on the 2nd Saturday
of each month. www.bastrop1832farmersmarket.org or call 512-360-4799.
McJam Musicians Networking
Group meets the 2nd Friday of each
month at the BCAT/UPSTART building
1800 Linda St, in Bastrop from 7 PM – 10
PM. This is where musicians and vocalists
share songs, tips and techniques so please
bring 10 copies each of 5 songs to sharewe sit in a circle and take turns being lead
with the group playing along. Acoustic or
small amp, this is an adult non-smoking
gig. This is a free event-please bring your
own beverage. For more info go to McJam
at http://www.basconet.com or call Debbie
Lundrigan at 512-229-8100.
The American Legion Post No. 533
has live music every Friday & Saturday
nights at 7:30 PM. 3003 Loop 150 E,
Bastrop, 512-321-5555.
Bastrop Gardens has 9 AM Yoga with
India Rassner-Donovan every Saturday
at the garden center. 316 Old 71. The
Kundalini Yoga class includes meditation
and body work for self-knowledge, healing and clarity. Beginners to advanced
students will benefit from her 12 years
teaching experience and formal education
in the Yogi Bhajan tradition. For information or directions, call Bastrop Gardens
at 512-303-5672 or see www.bastropgardens.com
First Saturday Art Festival in
Smithville, 1st & Main Sts at the Train
Park, 10AM – 5 PM. Locally made arts
& crafts, music, free kids' craft booth,
& demonstrations. Call the Lost Pines
Artisans Alliance at 360-4347.
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Pine St Market Days, on Pine St
between Main & Water Streets, is the
2nd Saturday of each month in Bastrop,
from April - December & on Yesterfest
Saturday in April. Vendors sell arts &
crafts, handmade items, jewelry, etc. Call
Pearl 303-6233. Applications available at
www.bastropbusinesswomen.com
Second Saturday Salebration in
Bastrop, 900 block of Main St, 9 AM - 5
PM. YesterFest (April 30, 2011), Veterans
Day Celebration and Car Show (Nov 12,
2011) & the Christmas Holiday Event
(Dec 10, 2011). Vendors, arts & crafts,
demonstrations, food. Call 321-6600.
Manna Ministries Food Program
at First Baptist Church in Bastrop, distributed the last Saturday of each month
at 915 Hwy 71 W. Order deadline varies,
call the church at 303-3221 or visit the
Manna Website for a menu, www.cornerstoneamarillo.net/index files/page455.htm
Lost Pines Artisans Alliance Mary
Nichols Art Center Gallery is open
every Saturday from 11 - 4. 301 Burleson
at Loop 230, in Smithville. For information contact Karen Darr at 360-5080.
Sunday Afternoons from 1 – 4 at
Yarnorama! join the Paige Purls and
spend the afternoon knitting or crocheting
with friends or make new ones. Just bring
a project to work on and plan on socializing with others who share your passion.
130 Gonzales St, Paige, 512-253-0100.
Please see their website at www.yarnorama.com for a comprehensive listing of
classes, rental equipment (looms, spinning
wheels, etc.), events, community projects
& Susan’s blog !
The American Legion Post No. 533
has a Dart Tournament every Sunday. 3003
Loop 150 E, Bastrop, 321-5555.
Welcome New Members…
The Board of Directors approved the following new members at its monthly meeting. We appreciate the investment
these new members have made in the chamber and we ask that you give them your support.
The Board of Directors
approved the following new
members at its monthly meeting.
We appreciate the investment
these new members have made
in the chamber and we ask that
you give them your support.
Michael Oldham and his wife
Pam purchased Barnard Tire
and Wheel in November 2010.
Mike and Pam moved to this area
from Shamrock, Texas where he
farmed and ranched for the past
35 years and Pam is an RN
working in the ER at Smithville
Hospital, when she’s not in the
Tire store. They have a long
history of community support
in Shamrock and plan to continue that here in Bastrop, looking forward to growing with the
Bastrop area.
Offering a wide variety of services, a full line of name brand
tires including commercial and
farm, they also have a shop that
can handle every aspect of car
repair except engine overhaul.
Michael and Pam kept the same
great employees – Scott Neal
heading up the repair shop is
headed by Scott Neal, a lifelong resident of the area with
10 years experience and the latest in technology to do the job
right; in the tire department are
Russell Johnson as head tire
tech, his son Brian Johnson,
Eddie Parker, Michael Chavez
and Eric Barnard. Along with the
employees, you can count on the
Oldhams to keep the same traditions of good fast service, excellent customer service and low
prices. The only things they’re
changing are some recent painting and some new equipment.
So next time you need tire,
wheel or engine service or repair
work, give Barnard Tire and
Wheel a call at 512- 321-4506
or stop by to see them at 1501
Chestnut St.
Genesis Consulting is a
business consulting firm owned
by Eli D. Mercer and located in
Bastrop, TX. Eli works with clients large and small to help grow
their businesses from start-up
through expansion, by helping
them seize opportunities through
new products, services, territories
and trading partners. Eli estab-
lished the company while serving as founding General Manager
and Global Enterprise Scholar at
the Walker Center for Global
Entrepreneurship at Thunderbird
School of Global Management
in Glendale, Arizona. During
his tenure there, he was consistently approached by business
owners and entrepreneurs with
start-up and expansion ideas, but
they lacked the time, expertise or
resources to properly vet, plan
and execute their on their ideas.
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Since then, Eli has worked with
clients in the US, Europe, Latin
America and Asia; small and
large, new and established, forprofit and not-for-profit, universities and educational institutions, as well as civic organizations and government agencies to
formulate strategy, analyze new
opportunities, make informed
investments, develop plans and
execute. He has extensive experience working with start-up
companies in a broad range of
industries and lines of business
including community organizations, large-scale events, advertising and multi-media, websites
and on-line tools, telecommunications, professional services,
technology, IS + IT, software,
import/export, education and
consumer products. He can help
write business plans, analyze
new business opportunities, raise
capital, recruit and train talent, as
well as launch.
Are you seeking grant money,
public funding or private investment? Genesis Consulting can
help develop strategies for
growth through public and private funding, develop proposals,
financials, ROI, and a compelling story to raise capital and
garner resources to support your
initiative.
Are you thinking of introducing new products and services to
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expand your business? Genesis
Consulting has a global network
to help source new products and
components from foreign suppliers or expand sales territory into
new states or countries. From
relationships to infrastructure,
to import/export, he provides
expertise, tools and people to
facilitate expansion.
Whatever your dreams or
aspirations, Genesis can provide the expertise, experience
and talent you need to help you
grow and prosper without the
time and expense of having to
hire full-time professionals or
commit to long-term overhead.
Eli offers flexibility to meet client needs and has a number of
easy payment arrangements to fit
every stage and type of business.
Call 512-985-5025 today for
a free Consultation and Needs
Assessment.
The Pentecostals of Bastrop
are a diverse group who love
people. They’d be delighted to
have you come and join them for
one of their exuberant worship
services or insightful Sunday
School discussions. They have
an exciting KidzChurch for the
little ones and a Youth group
with lots of activities for the
teens. Located at 261 FM 20 in
Bastrop, for more information
you can visit their website at
www.thepentecostalsofbastrop.
com or give them a call at 512303-2660.
Majestic Septics & Shelters
is proud to offer services to
Bastrop County and surrounding
areas. If you are shopping for a
metal building, portable building,
shed, storage, barn, carport, RV/
equipment cover, garage, work
shop, or animal/livestock shelter,
then look no further. From a
custom lean-to or barn for your
horses to a simple carport or storage building, your building and
overall satisfaction is important.
Other available services include:
new septic installation, dirt/gravel/loam hauling and spreading,
road work, custom gate installation and much more. Their office
is open and attended Mon – Fri,
1 – 6 pm and on Saturday and
Sunday by appointment. They
know your time is valuable to
you, so you can call 512-2934818, Mon - Fri 8 AM - 6 PM
and anytime by email at [email protected]. Serving
many repeat customers, their
customers know to expect great
quality and incredible service
from Majestic; they get the job
done right and appreciate your
business!
The Bastrop Chamber of
Commerce is proud to welcome new member, The Brent
Thurman Foundation. For the
last three years, the foundation
has hosted the Brent Thurman
Memorial PBR Bullriding at the
Bastrop Homecoming Arena.
This coming fourth year prom-
ises to be better than ever.
The Brent Thurman Memorial
Bullriding (BTMB) event was
started thirteen years ago in
memory of a unique young man
who tragically lost his life at
the National Finals Rodeo in
Las Vegas, Nevada, in December
of 1994. Out of this loss has
grown a foundation that carries
on “Brent’s Dream” of reaching
out to those who are physically
and mentally challenged. The
Jr. Bullriding Competition will
be held on the evening of Friday,
June 10th. The Exceptional
Rodeo will be at 6:00 p.m. on
Saturday, June 11th, followed
by the PBR Event at 7:30 p.m.
All proceeds go to support Texas
Special Olympics and Marbridge
Ranch, organizations that Brent
loved and supported during his
lifetime. For more information
see www.brentthurman.com or
call 512- 891-9991.
The Hibachi Buffet is now
open at 201 Childers, in the new
shopping strip to the east of WalMart. Hibachi Buffet is owned
by local resident Kevin Zhu,
also owner of China Buffet in
Hunter’s Crossing.
Hibachi Buffet features a
Sushi Bar filled with California,
Crab Stick and Salmon roll sushi
(among others), plus a Hibachi
Grill where you can select your
own favorite items such as thinly sliced chicken or beef, snow
peas, broccoli, squash, onions
and so much more. Watch the
chef prepare your meal right in
front of you. There is also a huge
selection of buffet items, too or
order from the menu; dine in or
take out. They are open 7 days a
week Sunday – Thursday, 11 – 9
and Friday and Saturday 11 – 10.
For more info you can call 512321-7888.
Rose Marie Eash and Joe
Newman joined as individual
members.
To advertise in the
Bastrop Chamber of
Commerce Newsletter
Call The Bastrop Advertiser at
(512) 321-2557!
Renewing Members
Thanks to the following renewing members for continuing your investment in the Chamber.
We appreciate your confidence in our ability to promote Bastrop and your business.
A-Rainbow Ridge
Adjust
Aqua Beverage Co., Inc.
Bastrop Area Cruisers
Bastrop Medical Clinic
Bastrop Providence Funeral Home
Big-Tex Fireworks, Ltd.
Camp Wilderness Ridge
Children's Advocacy Center of Bastrop
Covert Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiac-GMC
Curly Pines Ranch
Days Inn
The Dentists
Chris Duggan
Federal Correctional Institution
First United Methodist Church
Go Figure!
Healing River Alliance
Jackpot Portable Toilets & Septic Tank Cleaning
Dr. Sammy Lerma III, M.D.
Lil' Bit of Country
Lock Drug
Conor McAnally
Congressman Michael McCaul
Janis Penick, RE/MAX Bastrop Area
Quality Inn
Frank Rainosek, RE/MAX Bastrop Area
Riverbend Medical Group
Riverwood Retreat
Sherry Schena , George Reinemund Real Estate
Gilbert Solis
Stanberry & Associates Realtors
The Sugar Shack
Super 8 Motel
Suzanne Thomas, Keller Williams Realty
Tex Propane Company
Wells Fargo Bank
Keller Williams Realty, Kevin White
ZinTek Properties, Ltd.
To advertise in the
Bastrop Chamber of
Commerce Newsletter
Call The Bastrop Advertiser at
(512) 321-2557!
April 2011
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“All Event listings are taken from the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce website’s “Events” calendar.
Please visit www.bastropchamber.com for the most up-to-date information.”
Sat, Mar 26, 9 AM - 3 PM
Rediscover God in America Webcast, First Assembly
of God Church, 609 Pecan St.
Admission Details: Free
Sat, Mar 26, 9:30 AM - 12 PM
Bike Through the Pines, Bastrop State Park, 3005
Hwy 21 E
Take a guided mountain biking tour in an area of
Bastrop State Park that is normally closed to the
public. On this five-mile ride, see a historic town site
and learn about the history of the park. Bring your
own mountain bike or rent one from local outfitter
Rising Phoenix. Helmets and some experience with
off-road biking required. Bring water and snacks
for this moderate ride. Reservations required - call
Park Interpreter Katie Raney at 512-718-0211.
Meet at the parking lot by the swimming pool and
be prepared to drive to the trailhead. Admission
Details: $4 per adult
Sat, Mar 26 - 27, 10 AM - 7 PM
Renaissance Festival at Sherwood Forest Faire,
Sherwood Forest Faire, 1883 Old Hwy 20
Second Annual Season of Sherwood Forest Faire,
open Saturday and Sundays from Feb. 19, 2011 to
April 3, 2011, and also on "Spring Break Friday",
March 18. There are several new buildings for this
season, more entertainment and food, wine tasting
(reservation required), crafts, and a day full of fun
in store for your entire family! Go to the website for
more information, http://sherwoodforestfaire.com/
Sun, Mar 27, 2 - 4 PM
Tween's Journal Making Party, First United
Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1201 Main St.
The Tween Youth Group from First United Methodist
Church Bastrop would like to invite the entire
Bastrop community to help them make journals
for the Children's Advocacy Center! Journals and
decorations will be provided. Admission Details:
FREE
Mon, Mar 28, 6:30 PM
"Once Upon a Countryside" Wine Pairing, Stories
Fine Dining Establishment at Hyatt Regency Lost
Pines Resort and Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd
Join us for our March wine pairing event entitled
"Once Upon A Countryside." Sample sumptuous
wine paired with decadent, chef-inspired dishes.
Four course meal includes Frisee and Endive Salad
paired with Iron Horse "Wedding Cuvee," Seared
Scallops accompanied by Louis Latour Chardonnay,
Seared Muscovy Duck Breast complemented by
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Rombauer Merlot and a delicious dessert of Creme
Carmel with King Estate Pinot Gris.
Admission Details: "Once Upon a Countryside" is
$65 per person. To make a reservation, call 512308-4882.
Tue, Mar 29, 12 - 6 PM
Blood Drive, Mina Masonic Lodge, 601 Main St.
Quarterly Bastrop blood drive at Mina Masonic
Lodge. Must be at least 18 years old and have a
photo ID, and eat a full meal before donating. You
can sign-up online at www.inyourhands.org and
use the sponsor code: bastrop
Wed, Mar 30 – Apr 3
Smithville Jamboree, Historic Downtown Smithville
Mark your calendars and get ready for the 54th
Annual Smithville Jamboree, March 30 to April 3,
2011. Carnival rides and games; live music and
dances; a stock show and tournaments of skill and
cunning! The big Smithville Jamboree Parade will
be on Saturday, For more information, go to www.
jamboreesmithville.com .
Wed, Mar 30, 6 PM
Heart Healthy Workshop, Bastrop Opera House, 722
Spring St.
Heart Healthy Workshop presented by the Heart
Hospital of Austin to show everyone how to stay
healthy and to identify heart attack symptoms to
watch out for - (you may be surprised!)
Admission Details: FREE, but PLEASE register
so we know about how much HEART HEALTHY
refreshments to have on hand. You can also email
us, it's quicker & requires less typing.
Sponsors: Workforce Solutions, Bastrop Advertiser,
YMCA, Bastrop Chamber of Commerce, Heart
Hospital of Austin
Thu, Mar 31, 10 AM - 2 PM
Health Fair, Silver Pines Nursing Center, 188 Old
Austin Hwy (Behind HEB)
Free blood pressure screening, accuchecks and
meeting with local health care vendors; food/
refreshments available. Admission Details: Free
Thu, Mar 31, 5 PM
Chamber Mixer at Chamber office, Bastrop Chamber
of Commerce, 927 Main St
Please join us for a mixer at the Bastrop Chamber
of Commerce. Come see & admire our newly remodeled office.
Sponsored by: Cripple Creek & Co, Bastrop Chamber
of Commerce
Fri, Apr 01, 8 PM
Academy Jazz Players-Swing Dance, Lumberyard Music
Hall, 1109 Main
Bastrop''s finest Swing, Jazz and Blues Band. Swing
dancin'' and Hot Jazz licks from this 6-piece ensemble.
Admission Details: $7 Cover. BYOB. Snacks and drinks
avail. for sale.
Sat, Apr 02, 8 AM - 12 PM
Shred Event at FNB - Bastrop, First National Bank, 489
Hwy 71 West
The Shred Guy of Central Texas is having a customer
appreciation shred day for First National Bank. We will be
set up in the parking lot in front of Starbucks in Bastrop.
The First National website has a coupon you can print
www.fnbbastrop.com. The First 50lbs. is FREE, and
any additional @ .25 per pound. No Cardboard please.
Any proceeds collected will be donated to the American
Cancer Society Relay for Life Team of First National
Bank.
Sat, Apr 02, 10 AM - 2 PM
Health Fair at Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehab.,
Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehab, 430 Old Austin
Hwy
There will be a large number of health professionals
from Bastrop and Austin providing information as well
as health services. There will be a live band and food
available. Other entertainment for children and adults
will be available. If you are a vendor and would like to
participate please contact Tina Holter at 512-3213527. Admission Details: free to the community, no fee
for the vendors, table and 2 chairs provided. Vendor is
responsible for the table set up.
Sat, Apr 02 - 3, 10 AM - 7 PM
Renaissance Festival at Sherwood Forest Faire, Sherwood
Forest Faire, 1883 Old Hwy 20
Second Annual Season of Sherwood Forest Faire, open
Saturday and Sundays from Feb. 19, 2011 to April 3,
2011, and also on "Spring Break Friday", March 18.
There are several new buildings for this season, more
entertainment and food, wine tasting (reservation
required), crafts, and a day full of fun in store for your
entire family! Go to the website for more information,
http://sherwoodforestfaire.com/
Sat, Apr 02, 11 AM - 5 PM
Rotary Road Rally, Central TX Museum of Automotive
History, 2502 Hwy 304
A friendly competition for great causes - car judging,
road rally competition for cash prizes, roll the dice for
a 2011 Dodge Ram Crew Cab 1500 SLT, Luxury Royal
Caribbean Cruise for two, or a John Deere gator. Great
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Document Shredding to benefit the new Smithville Boys
and Girls Club, Brookshire Brothers,
Shred event hosted by the SMITHVILLE LIONS CLUB.
Bring any documents, bank statements, etc. for a secure
disposal with The Shred Guy. Shredding anything but
cardboard, and only 25 cents lb. All proceeds will be
donated by the Smithville Lions Club to the new Smithville
Boys and Girls club fund.
Mon, Apr 04, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
We Sing For The Children, Bastrop County Courthouse
Lawn, Pine and Pecan Streets
April is Child abuse Prevention Month. Please join us for
the kick-off ceremony at the Bastrop County Courthouse
lawn. Music and entertainment to be provided by
individuals and groups in honor of this special month.
Let the blue ribbon serve as a constant reminder to
fight for the protection for our children. We must protect
our most precious gift, our children. Please wear a blue
ribbon, display on trees, doors.....Tell everyone what it
means.. You may save a child's life. For the history of the
Blue Ribbon Campaign, you may call Julie Elliot at the
Children's Advocacy Center in Bastrop. 512-321-6161
[email protected] childrensadvocacycenter.
org Admission Details: Free
Wed, Apr 06, 11:15 AM - 1 PM
Monthly Chamber Luncheon, Bastrop Opera House, 711
Spring St
Sponsor: Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center
Program: Kathy Danielson and the new Bastrop
Convention & Exhibit Center. Introduction of BISD School
Board Candidates
Catered by: Deli Depot
Menu: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread,
choc cake
RSVP REQUIRED: $12 if RSVP by noon Monday before
the luncheon, $15 for late or no RSVP. Email your RSVP
to [email protected],call 303-0558 or
register and pay on-line (click the "Register Now" button,
above).
Please note that any RSVP's or standing reservations not
cancelled 24 hours prior to the luncheon will be billed as
a no-show.
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food, fun entertainment. Start at the Central TX Museum
of Automotive History, 2502 Hwy 304, Smithville, and end
at the fair grounds in Bastrop. Admission Details: $70
for the first two occupants, $30 for just the Finish Line
Celebration.
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Mon. - Fri. 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sat. 8 am - 4:30 pm
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Thu, Apr 07, 5 PM
Chamber Mixer at Munday Ford, Munday Ford-Mercury,
1115 Hwy 71 W
FREE Food, Fun & Drinks, Door Prizes !! Come out and
meet all the new people & cars at Munday Ford.
Fri, Apr 08, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Free Lunch N' Learn on Behaviors & Communication,
Texas Grill, 101 Highway 71 W
In an effort to improve their care, educate the
community at large, and support those affected by the
disease, the Alzheimer’s Association – Capital of Texas
Chapter will host an educational Lunch N’ Learn in
Bastrop, TX in April. Topics covered in the hour and a
half presentation at Texas Grill includes: • Quick review:
What is Alzheimer’s? • Communication issue in people
with dementia • How to communicate effectively •
Understanding various behaviors that can occur with
Alzheimer’s • Finding behavior triggers and ways to
manage behaviors • Medication for behaviors
More info: 512-241-0420 x14
Admission Details: Free of charge. Lunch included.
Sat, Apr 09, 9 AM
Pine Street Market Days, Pine Street Market Days, Pine
Street
Second Saturday From April through December, on Pine
Street between Main & Water Streets in Bastrop, Texas
Antiques - Handcraft - Pottery - Woodcraft - Plants Food
Carnival & Depression Glass -- Tupperware - Jewelry
- And More
More information & the application are available at http://
www.bastropbusinesswomen.com/marketdaysa.htm
Sat, Apr 09, 10 AM - 7 PM
Jousting Tournament at Sherwood Forest Faire,
Sherwood Forest Faire, 1883 Old Hwy 20
You'll be amazed at our Jousting Tournament, the likes
of which you’ve never seen! Come bear witness as
brave knights from all over compete in games of skill
and engage in full-contact jousting for a chance at the
$20,000 purse! Although the Jousting Tournament
does not take place on a faire day, many merchants
may have their shoppes open, and ample food and
beverage will be available to attendees as well. Be
prepared for lively music and a fun-filled day! Tickets
may be purchased at the gate, or online. For more
info, go to http://sherwoodforestfaire.com/joustingtournament/ .
Sat, Apr 09, 5 PM
Cowboys and Caviar, Bastrop Convention Center,
The seventh anniversary of Cowboys and Caviar, one of
the area's most popular fundraising events, benefiting
the Children's Advocacy Center serving Bastrop, Lee
and Fayette counties.
This year's event will be held at the New Bastrop
Convention Center, Bastrop, Texas. The evening
April 2011
consists of a gourmet dinner, complimentary wine and
beer, live music and dancing, silent and live auctions,
and a raffle. Individual tickets $75 and sponsorships
from $250 to $5,000. Please contact CAC for details,
512-321-6161.
Our 6th Annual Cedar Creek Family Festival held at
Cedar Creek Park hosts many activities for the whole
family: Music, Raffle, Face Painting,Vendors, Food,
Sports Clinics, Reptiles, Live & Silent Auctions. FREE
Admission and a full day of Family Fun!
reservation for your family and have Easter Brunch at
beautifully scenic Hyatt Lost Pines.
Admission Details: $49 Adults $24 Ages 4-12
Complimentary for children 3 and under. Last seating is
at 2:30 Call 512-308-4860 to make a reservation.
Sun, Apr 10, 1 - 5 PM
Sat, Apr 16, 3 PM
Mon, Apr 25, 6:30 PM
Bastrop Garden Tour, Five Gardens in Bastrop's Historic
District,
Stroll down the garden path…through five wonderful
residential gardens in Bastrop’s historic district. From
1 to 5 p.m.; weather permitting. Hosted by the Calvary
Episcopal Church. Tickets are $10 per person, children
under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult.
Tickets available “at the gate”—at each garden site,
and at the Church Parish Hall, 1028 Main. For further
information, visit www.BastropGardenTour.com or
contact the Church at (512) 303-7515. Admission
Details: $10 for adults; children under 12 admitted at
no charge when accompanied by an adult.
Fri, Apr 15, 7 - 9 PM
Book Talk - Silent Night, Deadly Night, Bastrop Public
Library, 1100 Church St.
Book Talk - "Silent Night, Deadly Night" by Lisa Lack.
The true story of the events in McDade, TX that led up to
the 1883 Christmas Day shootout that became the trial
of the century in Bastrop. Come and join us! Admission
Details: Free
Sat, Apr 16, 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
ZOOMA Austin Half Marathon and 5K, Hyatt Lost Pines
Resort & Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road
ZOOMA is back! Run or walk the ZOOMA Austin 5K with
3 friends and compete in the 5K Team Race. Or if you
want a bigger challenge try the half marathon.Afterward,
join us in The ZOOMA After-Party Expo (participants and
their families and friends are welcome). Live music,
light breakfast, wine from Barefoot Wine & Bubbly,
post-race massage, demos and shopping will pamper
runners after the race.
Admission Details: To register for race visit: http://
www.zoomarun.com/austin/ - For room reservations:
(512)308-4757
Shredding at the Clean Sweep Recycle Day in Tahitian
Village, Bastrop Co. WCID #2, 106 Conference Dr.
The Shred Guy of Central Texas will be partnering with
The Tahitian Village POA for the quarterly Clean Sweep
Recycle Day from 8 am to 2 pm. We will have our truck
set up at the Water District Building, 106 Conference
Dr. Bastrop, 78602 to shred for Tahitian Village. We will
waive the normal minimum charge and price shredding
at the commercial rate of .15 cents per pound. A typical
filebox, filled, weighs about 30 lbs. No cardboard
please.
Sat, Apr 16, 9 AM - 4 PM
Cedar Creek Family Festival, Cedar Creek Park, 5540
FM 535
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Sun, Apr 17, 12 PM
MS 150 Bike Ride
The MS 150 Bike Ride will lunch & pass through
Bastrop.
Sun, Apr 17, 3 - 6 PM
"Artful Afternoon" Gala Garden Party and Auction
Tickets are $35 per person. Watch the Bastrop
Advertiser or follow "Bastrop Fine Arts Guild" on
Facebook for more information.
Thu, Apr 21, 2 PM
Ribbon Cutting for Professional Choice Massage,
Professional Choice Massage, 889 Union Chapel Rd
Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Ribbon
Cutting for Professional Choice Massage, located in the
Cedar Creek Office Park, just west of Cedar Creek High
School on Union Chapel Rd.
Fri, Apr 22, 8 PM
Sean Orr Celtic Quartet, The Lumberyard Music Hall
Sean Orr Celtic trio plus cello. World class musicianship!
Beautiful and engaging music! Classis Celtic and Texas
fiddlin' tunes with orchestral power to Admission Details
$7 Cover. BYOB. Snacks and drinks avail for sale.
Sun, Apr 24, 11 AM
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Histotical Plaque & Dedication for John D. Nash at the
Ferry Crossing, Nash's Ferry Crossing, 1124 FM 969
Come out to 1124 FM 969 for the dedication of a plaque
for John D. Nash at Nash's Ferry Crossing. History by
Ken Kesselus and Nash's great, great, grandson, Bill
Herndon. Buy a Sayersville Times and meet the folks
that are keeping this history bullentin alive. Support
Bastrop County History. Look for the flag pole flying
the Texas flag. Bring your own lawn chair for the
ceremony.
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Easter Brunch, Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and
Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road
Enjoy Easter Brunch with the family in addition to taking
in the wildflowers and beautiful Lost Pines scenery,
you''ll enjoy delicious dishes from our elaborate buffet.
Culinary delights include traditional breakfast breads
and patries, an omelette station with your choice of
fillings, a waffle station with flavorful toppings, hearty
seafood displays (including Atlantic Smoked Salmon,
House Smoked Scallops, Gulf Shrimp, Oysters on the
Half-shell, Seared Ahi Tuna and Sushi Rolls), a carving
station (with Smoked Prime Rib, Dr. Pepper Glazed Ham
and Roasted Lamb) a childrens'' buffet and a decadent
dessert extravaganza (cupcakes, pies, cobblers and
a chocolate fountain). Call 512-308-4860 to make a
"Cheers to Spring" Wine Pairing, Stories Fine Dining
Establishment at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and
Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd
Celebrate with us as we toast "Cheers to Spring" at our
April wine pairing event. Four course dinner includes
Fluke Ceviche paired with Bernier Chardonnay, Braised
Pork Belly with King Estate Pinot Noir, Seasalt Crusted
Beef Tenderloin accompanied with Mourvedre Ancient
Vines, and decadent Brioche Bread Pudding with
Cremant De Bourgogne Rose.
Admission Details: Cheers to Spring is $65 per person.
To make a reservation call 512-308-4882.
Thu, Apr 28, 7 PM
Bastrop County Historical Society Spring Quarterly
Meeting, Kerr Community Center, 1308 Walnut St
The Spring Quarterly Meeting of the Bastrop County
Historical Society will be held Thursday evening, April
28 at 7 p.m. The speakers will be historian, Martha
Doty and archeologist, Ann Scott who will share the
history and archeology of the area north of town being
developed as the XS Ranch.
Admission Details: The meeting is open to the public.
Fri, Apr 29, 8 PM
Hill Country Rain w/ John Beland, Lumberyard Music
Hall, 1109 Main
Hill Country Rain joined by one of the original "Flying
Burrito Brothers", John Beland, formerly of Bastrop.
Great old-time standards and originals!
Admission Details: $7 Cover. BYOB. Snacks and drinks
avail. for sale.
Fri, Apr 29, 6 PM
Yesterfest Friday night Music Festival on Main St,
Downtown Bastrop, Main St - between Chestnut &
Spring
New this year will be a Friday night Music Festival on
Main Street. Several Bands will be performing and
refreshments available. We will be closing off the street
so bring your chair or your dancing shoes and join us
for this fun event on Main Street between Chestnut and
Spring!
NOT YET SURE OF THE TIME, CHECK BACK FOR
UPDATES
Sat, Apr 30, 9 AM - 5:00:00 PM
Annual YesterFest Celebration, Historic Downtown
Bastrop, Main Street
Meet us on Main Street for the YesterFest Celebration.
Live music, vendors, entertainment and lots of
excitement for the whole family. More information is
available at www.bastropdba.org.
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April 2011
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Celebrations and Events
The Bastrop Chamber of Commerce hosted ribbon cuttings and celebrations for new chamber members and current members who moved to new locations.
Red Ridge
Grinders Fair Trade Coffee!
You can get Round Rock Donuts at Grinders Fair Trade Coffee! Of course they
have coffee, too, and other pastry treats and a great lunch menu – and even healthy
choices like oatmeal with fresh berries. They’re located at 1412 Hwy 71 West, in
the perfect location for a “cup of Joe” to make your Austin commute a little easier.
Call owners Wes Conroy and Chris Brown at 308-6935, visit their website, www.
grindersftc.com, or just stop by for a snack or a meal.
Red Ridge is now open at 306 KLBJ Road, between Bastrop and
Smithville. This “Texas Venue with Old World Charm” will capture your heart and help make any occasion more special. Perched
on a hill with beautiful views, this lovely facility will offer an ideal
indoor and outdoor setting for a wedding or any special occasion.
Call 512-237-3589 or visit www.redridgereceptions.com.
Sherwood Forest Faire
River Valley Farmers Market Association
River Valley Farmers Market Association held a ribbon cutting at their new
location, 977 Hwy 71 W, in front of the Bastrop Producers Market. They will be
open every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00 to 6:00 pm, and their members will have
fresh vegetables, meat and eggs, and home baked meals, fresh canned goods, and
even handmade furniture. Call 817-929-2789.
Chamber member Sherwood Forest Faire is open for their second
season, and they have added many new buildings and expanded the
parking lot, they’ve added more musical entertainment, amusement
rides and games, and lots more food. Robin Hood and his band of
merry men, at the urging of sweet little Maid Marian, have even
added modern plumbing in Sherwood Forest. Lots of Lords and
Ladies will delight the entire family with their antics, and they have
plays and shows on stages throughout the faire grounds. They’re
really easy to find - located in McDade, right off Hwy 290 - with
lots of way-finding signs. Go to www.sherwoodforestfaire.com for
information.
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Your Chamber Board of Directors for 2011
Drusilla Rogers, Chairman ......................................................... Sugar Shack
Debbie Denny, Chair Elect ............................................... Bastrop Advertiser
Larry Lynn, Past Chair ............................................... Centex Image Designs
Jim Attra ......................................................................... B & B Auto Supply
Amy Bruder ........................................................................... The Roadhouse
Dr. Jeffrey Chen ...................................... Lost Pines Center for Cancer Care
Tommy Frizell ................................................................. Individual Member
Mark Garrison ............................................................. TrustTexas Bank, SSP
Mark Gray ..................................................................... Goin’ Postal Bastrop
Jana Hellbusch ................................................................. Individual Member
Greg Johnson ................................................................ Agilent Technologies
Matthew Mix ........................................................................................ Adjust
Joe Newman .................................................................... Individual Member
William “Willie” Piña .............................. Bastrop Co. Commissioner, Pct. 1
Tom Scott ........................................................................ Individual Member
Reid Sharp ...................................................................... First National Bank
Steven Sonday ................................................................................. Best Buy
Mike Talbot ............................................................................ City of Bastrop
Donald Williams .................................. Bastrop Independent School District
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce
927 Main St.
Bastrop, TX 78602 (512) 303-0558
E-mail: [email protected]
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Membership Application
Name of Business
Billing Address
Physical Address
Billing Contact
Customer Contact
Phone
Bastrop Chamber Official Activity Report
February 2011
Inquiries
Walk-in
Map Requests
Relocation Info
Visitor Guides
Business Referrals
Totals
Website Visits:
Phone
Mail/Fax/Email
Number of Employees
Annual Dues Structure:
One time Administration Fee……$20
Professional...$200
Manufacturers…$300
Charitable/Civic Organizations…$75
Small Businesses: 1-5 employees……$150
6-10 employees……$200
over 10 employees……$300
Individuals…………$50
Senior Citizens…….$35
Monthly Luncheon
Please see the Chamber website events
calendar for updates and to register.
Bastrop Opera House
April 6, 2011
Date:
Program: Kathy Danielson and the new Bastrop Convention &
Sponsor:
Menu:
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E-mail
Type of Business
Staff
Susan Weems Wendel, IOM ................................................... President/CEO
Troyanne Bush, IOM ............................................................ Office Manager
Vickie Vincent ......................................................... Administrative Assistant
Website
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Exhibit Center. Introduction of BISD School Board Candidates. Chamber networking from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.
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FIRST NATIONAL BANK
Bastrop County’s Bank…Since 1889
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Voted Best Tire Dealer
in Bastrop County
7 Years Running
We now have Road Service for tire troubles!
1501 Chestnut
Open: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
321-4506
512-321-2561 or 512-303-1003