November - Deer Park Chamber of Commerce

November 2009
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 5
Ambassador Meeting
11:30 a.m. - Community Center
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November 12
Beautification Award Presentation
4:00 p.m. - TBA
Volume XVI1, Number 11
SALUTE TO INDUSTRY
HONORS
San Jacinto College District
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November 19
SALUTE TO INDUSTRY
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Burke Activity Center
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November 19-20
Board Retreat
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November 26-27
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Chamber Office Closed
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December 1
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
6:00 p.m. - Theater Courts Building
Thursday, November 19th
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Jimmy Burke Activity Center
Luncheon Tickets $20 in Advance
Reserved Tables for 12 -$240
Booths: Chamber Members $175
Non-Members $275
See Enclosed Registration Form
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
Tuesday, December 1st beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Theatre Courts Building
With our warm climate, some folks still think it’s far too early to think about Christmas...but count on it...the holidays will be
here before you know it. If the summer-like temperatures are stifling your holiday spirit, we have just the event to get it fired
up!
Each year the chamber partners with the City of Deer Park to kick-start the holiday season with a Christmas Tree Lighting
Ceremony. This year is no exception. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, December 1st beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Deer
Park’s Theatre Courts Building (next to the Fire Station). With some luck, the evening may be cool enough to dress in your
favorite holiday outfit and enjoy the entertainment with a cup of hot chocolate. What a great way to begin the holiday season!
We are currently seeking three (3) $300.00 major sponsorships, and fifteen (15) minor $150.00 sponsorships. To thank our
sponsors and provide well deserved name recognition, a large sign will be placed in front of the Theatre Courts Building
where the event takes place, and will remain there throughout the month of December.
Mayor Wayne Riddle will be on hand that evening to greet guests and kick-off the festivities. Deer Park High School Swing
Choir, and San Jacinto Elementary School Choir will provide entertainment. Count on them to sing your holiday favorites.
No holiday celebration would be complete without Santa, so don’t forget to bring the kiddos!
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OCTOBER 9th GOLF TOURNAMENT
A.M. Flight 1st Place Winners
Listed from left to right: Grady West, Chairman of the
Board; Jeff Dewar, Vopak Terminal Deer Park, Bill Reasoner, Vopak Terminal Deer Park; Tony Kinner, Vopak Terminal Deer Park; Gary Pearson, Vopak Terminal Deer
Park; Sharon McLean, Chamber President; Mike Mills,
Chairman Elect.
ELECTRIC COALITION
It may take less than 30 minutes of your time to save
your company, church, or organization the equivalent
of 1-2 months of electricity bills.
Find out how you can join the Deer Park Area Electric
Coalition and start saving money with NO FEES and
NO OBLIGATION to accept a contract offer. It’s an
exclusive chamber of commerce member benefit and
they’ve made it QUICK, EASY and SAFE! Call fellow
chamber member Fox, Smolen & Associates at 888322-9090, and ask for Jason O’Krent (ext. 104).
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We are indebted to the folks who supported the
Golf Tournament through tent and hole sponsorship. We were able to complete the first flight on
October 9th, but because of Mother Nature, the
second/afternoon flight has been rescheduled for
November 6th. I’d be totally remiss if I didn’t extend
a special note of thanks to those committee members and volunteers who worked so hard to ensure
the safety of our tent vendors and golfers. We will
have an even better day on November 6th.
November 19th and Salute to Industry will be here
before we know it, and that’s a good thing. Salute
to Industry is an event that gives us the opportunity
to honor our friends at San Jacinto College District,
who have contributed so much to the community,
as well as the industrial field. If you are not able to
showcase your business with a booth at Salute to
Industry, please contact the chamber to reserve
your seat for lunch.
This year’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will
take place on Tuesday, December 1st beginning at
6:00 p.m. at the Theater Courts Building. What a
pleasure it is to take part in Deer Park’s prelude to
the holiday season and share that experience with
fellow citizens. Please make plans to join us and
be sure to bring the kiddos!
There are three days the chamber will be closed
during the month of November...just thought you
may want to note them on your calendar! Closure
days are Veteran’s Day (11), and of course the
Thanksgiving holiday (26 & 27). If your plans will
take you out of town to celebrate, please have a
safe and fun-filled holiday!
Instructions to take advantage of chamber benefits
are as follows:
When your newsletter arrives, pour yourself a cup
of coffee, find a cushy chair, relax, and take a moment to review what’s being offered. The flyers to
R.S.V.P. are included for your convenience.
So...fill them out, fax them back, or visit the website
and you’re well on your way to a new learning experience or networking opportunity.
BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
Roberts Jug and Muffin
Anyone who has “cruised’ Center Street lately has noticed
the vast changes to Deer Park’s Robert’s Jug and Muffin.
Their concrete Deer is hard not to recognize and the beautiful landscaping is pleasing to the eyes! Thank you for making Deer Park beautiful!
It’s difficult to believe my year as Chairman of the
Board is drawing to an end. This month your Board
of Directors will meet for their annual retreat to plan
your programs for 2010. With such an innovative
and diverse board, watch for great things in 2010!
Onward,
Grady West
Chairman of the Board
IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU!
Spencer Animal Hospital
Hammack & Co, CPA’s
The Spencer Animal Hospital staff are a group of friendly,
thoughtful, helpful "animal lovers." They know the importance of that special family member and endeavor to gear
their overall attitude toward its well-being. Their facility offers technology needed to enhance your pet's health. Diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative medicine regimens are
enhanced by use of modern animal health technology, especially in the hands of their highly trained and motivated
staff. Their system of hard-copy records, backed up by computer files provides a necessary complete history of your
pet's care. Using this system they are able to make recommendations for the best and most complete health care for
your pet. Their mission is to provide each pet owner with
the best obtainable information on their pet's heath.
Hammack & Co, CPA’s offers accounting, bookkeeping,
part time comptrollership and tax preparation services to
individuals and small-size businesses. They provide their
clients with complete support, including bank reconciliations,
payroll tax, sales tax, and financial statements. They'll work
closely with you to manage every aspect of your accounting
needs.
They specialize in QuickBooks and Peachtree accounting
software. They also aid in setting up accounting systems,
tax, audits, corporate tax, sales and acquisition of businesses. They offer great insight into the oil and gas, construction, restaurant, manufacturing and marine industries.
Hammack & Co, CPA’s also have a trained IT staff that handles business systems implementation and maintenance.
Congressman Pete Olson
Murphy’s Retreat Salon and Spa
Coming from a military family, Pete Olson knows the meaning of service. Olson was born into the military tradition on
December 9, 1962 at the Madigan Army Medical Center in
Fort Lewis, Washington.
Pete Olson attended the University of Texas School of Law
in Austin. On the day he completed the Texas Bar Examination in July 1988, Pete took the Oath of Office for service in
the United States Navy. He was transferred to serve on the
Joint Chiefs of Staff in 1994 and a year later was assigned
to be a Naval Liaison Officer to the U.S. Senate.
Olson took the oath of office for the 111th Congress on
January 6, 2009, for his first term as Congressman for the
22nd District of Texas.
Murphy’s Retreat Salon and Spa is a personal escape from
the many stresses of today’s busy lifestyles. It is their mission to make sure that your visit is a relaxing and pleasant
experience that you won’t want to end. They offer facials for
every skin type, massages, body treatments, a full service
hair salon, and the most soothing and relaxing manicures
and pedicures available. Their trained stylist are here to
assist you in achieving a look that fits you and your lifestyle.
They use only the best products and state of the art equipment. Their attention to detail will guarantee that your stay
will be everything you hoped for and more. They are conveniently located at 5141 Center St., 281-542-5172.
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APPLAUSE...Is our way of thanking those who have donated services, prizes and/or products during the month for
their generosity and support.
BUSINESSES
Aflac Kuntz Insurance Agency
Beaute’ Control, Inc.
Blast Bag Co., Inc.
Brady’s Landing
Brooks Concrete, Inc.
Burleson Florist
Capital Bank
Casa Ole
Cavender’s Boot City
Cenikor Foundation, Inc.
Center Point Energy
Dashiell Corporation
DeJean Construction Co.
Delane’s Ad Specialties
Delta Companies Group
Dow Chemical Company
Eclipse Massage & Spa
Gabriel Trans Photography
HK Companies
Hair Palace
Hilton Galveston Island
Hilton Houston Hobby Airport
Houston Area Safety Council
Hydratight
Impressive Ideas
Infinity Group
InkSpot Printing
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JSC Federal Credit Union
LandCoast
LaQuinta Inn & Suites
Last Drop Liquor
Les Ellard Farmers Insurance
The Lubrizol Corporation
Members Financial Services
Moody Gardens
The Mundy Companies
Nolan’s Mens Wear
Oates Industries, Inc.
Oxy Chem
Patients Medical Center
Pro-Inspect
Rain for Rent
Safety RX
Shell Deer Park
Shell Federal Credit Union
South Shore Harbour
Sprint Waste
Phelps State Farm
TK Media
TorcUP of Texas, Inc.
Trademark Images
Turner Industries Group, LCC
Vopak Terminal Deer Park
Wells Fargo Reverse Mortgage
GOLDEN DIVISION
Dorothy Beall
Rex Beall
Ruth Boyd
Bob Bratcher
Mellie Bratcher and Wookie
Billie Dooly
Beverly Fadner
Leona Fredrick
Lorna Garrett
Ann Godbehere
Donna Richison
Chamber Welcomes New Members
The following businesses and individuals have realized the importance of economic growth for Deer Park and have pledged
their support to this cause by investing in their Chamber of Commerce. Please support your community by calling on these businesses when you are in need of products or services.
Bassem Tawadrous, M.D.
4600 Fairmont Parkway, Suite 200
Pasadena, TX 77505
281-487-2371
Marlo Wiedeman
Health Care
Wingstop
3709 Center Street
Deer Park, TX 77536
281-479-9464
Willie Mora
Restaurant
Herbalife International
14210 Hollypark
Houston, TX 77015
713-202-5380
Diane Peirson
Health and Nutrition
Welders Industrial Supply, LLC
8131 Red Bluff Road
Pasadena, TX 77505
281-998-9600
Janet Sadler
Industrial Welding/Supplies
RIBBON CUTTINGS
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If you have been to Minute Made Park or Reliant Stadium
and seen the advertisements projected onto the floor, than
you have seen Aaron Warren’s work. He is president and
CEO of a business he fueled from the ground up. Not to
mention he is a Deer Park Graduate.
Welders Industrial Supply, LLC
Welders Industrial Supply is a locally owned and operated
independent welding supply company. They are a service
and client oriented independent business that stands by its
customers by supplying premium welding supplies and industrial gases.
Wingstop
Calling all wing lovers!! Deer Park has a Wingstop!!! If you
want boneless or bone in they have them and in an assortment of flavors to fit your fancy. The owner, Willie Mora,
and his staff will be glad to take care of you tonight!
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Renewing Their Commitment
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These individuals, organizations and firms have renewed their financial commitment to the growth of our community through
their continued investment in the chamber:
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Senator Mike Jackson
Gulf Coast Specialties
American Title Company
Bay Area Cabinet & Door
One Stop Party Shop
Houston Area Safety Council
Pasadena Insurance Agency, Inc.
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Central Baptist Church
Cenikor Foundations, Inc.
Doug & Sue Wheeler
Chipper Holt State Farm Ins.
Texas Coastal Bank
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DIRECTIONS
A publication for members and friends
of The Deer Park Chamber of Commerce 110 Center Street, Deer Park,
Texas, 77536
Phone: (281) 479-1559
Fax:
(281) 476-4041
Grady West
Chairman of the Board
Sharon McLean
President
Website: www.deerpark.org
E-mail: [email protected]
Amber, L.P.
J.A.M. Distributing Company
Rain for Rent
RS Graphics
beAed Corporation
Charles & Peggy Flint
Second Baptist Church La Porte
Chevron Phillips Chemical Co.
Digitex Corporation
Fleming Chiropractic
Mamacitas Mexican Restaurant
National Tailors
Vesco Business Products
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Hurricane Tool & Supply, Inc.
Manly & Juanita McCain
Capital Bank
Fluor Corporation
Lawton Publications
Executive Catering
Melange Catering
Murphy’s Corporate Lodging, Inc.
Top Shelf Textbooks
Allendale Bone & Joint Clinic
Bayside Urgent Care
Deer Park Family Practice
Gibbs Car Care
The Perfect Fit
Trey-Tec, Inc.
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