March 2016 Newsletter - Benson Area Chamber of Commerce
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March 2016 Newsletter - Benson Area Chamber of Commerce
MARCH 2016 JUNE 2015 BUSINESS OF THE MONTH March 3 TLC WORKS, INC./ MULE CITY AUTO & CONVENIENCE STORE Calendar of Events Citizen of the Year Breakfast March 15 607 E. MAIN STREET Chamber Board BENSON, NC 27504 March 17 & 18 919-207-2144 Flame for Learning Interviews OWNER: CHRISTOPHER BARFOOT March 18-20 BFA’s Production Gypsy March 22 Johnston County Legislative Luncheon Mule Days Committee Meeting March 25 Good Friday Front: D.J. Stancil, manager, Mule City Auto, Christal Barefoot, manager, TLC Works, Tony Mamdarochio, Tony Dudley and Jorge Hernandez, employees. Back: John Wood, Chamber Board Chairman, Tracey Norris, Dianne McLamb and Tomi Thompson, Chamber Ambassadors. Chamber Closed VISUAL IMPROVEMENT AWARD BENTON CARD COMPANY 105 S. WALL STREET BENSON, NC 27504 919-894-5656 Front: Ronnie Johnson, Deborah Davis, employees, Steve and Suzanne Cook, owners, Ben Cook, and Pablo Avila, employees. Back: Evelyn Aranda, Chamber executive assistant, John Wood, Chamber Board Chairman, Dianne McLamb, Tracey Norris, , and Tomi Thompson, Ambassadors. Business Spotlight Ladies, you don’t have to leave Downtown Benson to go shopping! Just take a stroll down Benson’s Main Street and you will be greeted by Libby Johnson who owns Edmond’s/Libby’s, a business established in 1985, located at 115 E. Main Street. Edmonds first opened as a clothing store 60 years ago by Libby’s father, Edmond Massad. Today, Libby Johnson carries on her father’s tradition of providing quality merchandise brands at Simply Southern T-shirts, Charles River raincoats and Rainbow sandals. Her most popular collectible items include Baldwin brass ornaments and Christmas carolers. Right across the street you will find Royal Boutique & Co., owned and operated by Lindsay Tart Royal. Her business has grown so much in just six months, she has moved into a new location at 120 E. Main Street. Need something unique for yourself or a special friend? Stop by and check out her boutique selection of stylish apparel and accessories. Monogramming is available to personalize your items. Tre Faye, owned and operated by Lisa Sullivan, has also made tremendous strides as a successful business. Tre Faye moved to 112 W. Main Street and reopened in December 2015 with lovely items for ladies’ shopping pleasures. Congratulations to Lisa as she becomes the proud owner of her building marking a truly great accomplishment! Dixie Diva’s Boutique & Western Wear and Benson Boots & Camo, located at 201A & B East Main Street, is owned and operated by Pat Isom. Her friendly staff welcomes you to drop by and browse her collection of boutique items and accessories. Pat’s slogan, “A Touch of Country, A Touch of Class” is evident throughout her boutique. In her adjoining location you see why “It’s All About the Boots!” Finding quality western wear is a Main Street Benson tradition! Pat carries on that tradition. Shopping Downtown Benson is such a delightful experience these days. Why drive long distances and wait in busy check out lines when everything you need might be right here in Downtown Benson? Before leaving downtown, don’t forget to stop by Jenny’s Sweet Creations! A little sweet treat always completes a successful day of pleasurable shopping! You really will be glad you did! You see, Downtown Benson is growing and has a lot to offer. Remember how important it is to our local economy to Shop Small Businesses and Shop Local! Shop Local…It Matters! Don’t Forget! Beat the Winter Blues Was a Huge Success! After much planning and preparation, our first winter event proved to be a tremendous success. The Band of Oz was our featured entertainment during the first Chamber sponsored Reverse Raffle and Dinner in five years. All tickets for the raffle were sold in advance and 325 attendees enjoyed a fabulous buffet spread by Meadow Village Restaurant. Listening and dancing to the music provided just the right atmosphere for the evening. The excitement of the reverse drawing was fun for everyone, but especially for our winners. Danny Mack Holland was the 5th place winner with $500 while Susan Crook won $1000 in the 4th place finish. The final three ticket holders agreed to split the remaining cash. These were Libby Barefoot and Debbie Lee shared a ticket with their earnings of $2250 each for 3rd place, and Jeremy Norris and Beverly Godwin winning $4,500 each for 2nd and 1st places. It was a terrific event! Third Thursday Breakfast! March 17 2016 Chamber Executive Committee CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD John Wood VICE - CHAIRMAN Paul Boucher TREASURER Ann Wood PAST CHAIRMAN William Neighbors EX– OFFICIO Matt Zapp, Town Manager PRESIDENT Loretta Byrd EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Evelyn Aranda Board Members Term Expires 2016 Melanie Epperson Julia Whittington Ann Wood Keith Neighbors Term Expires 2017 Brian Honeycutt Natalie Morgan Ken Tart John Wood Support our Chamber Members because they support us! Term Expires 2018 Paul Boucher Ben Cook Jaymes Elliott Jerry Medlin 8:00 A.M. in Chamber Office… Bring your business cards to share! CHAMBER BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS The Chamber award winners included: (Front) Board of Directors Award, American Legion Banner Post 109 represented by Post Commander Charles Ryals, Large Business of the Year, Carlie C’s IGA represented by Joyce McLamb with son, Mack McLamb, Small Business Persons of the Year, Ann Lee Wood and Vance Wood, Citizen of the Year, Janet Matthews, Business Family of the Year, the Julia Raynor Family. Back: Ambassador of the Year, Jaymes Elliott, and Board of Directors Award, Matt Smith. Congratulations to our Award Winners! Front: Volunteer of the Year, Cyndy Langdon, Public Service Employees of the Year, Glenn Core and Kimberly Pickett, Humanitarian Award, Hampton Johnson, and Outstanding Woman, Marilyn Brickmeier. Back: Arts Award, D.H. Johnson, Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, Sgt. Randy Lucas, Firefighter of the Year, Ryan Sloan, Outstanding Senior Citizen, the Rev. Glenn Mc Cullen and Educator of the Year, Greg Tart. Thank You Banquet Sponsors! Gold Sponsors American Legion Banner Post 109 Drs. Adams, Johnson & Johnson John Wood, Incoming 2016 Chamber Board Chairman, presents 2015 Chamber Board Chairman, William Neighbors a plaque for outstanding service. William gave a reflection of the Chamber’s 2015 success in spite of the rain at Mule Days. In closing the event, John Wood stated, “ I encourage everyone to support Benson this year— if you are my age I want you to pay it forward, if you’re William’s age I want you to buy in— because this is your chamber and your future.” Save the Dates… April 8 & 9, Silver Sponsor Ken Tart Photography Bronze Sponsors Honeycutt & Grady, CPAs The County Press Social Hour Sponsor WhittCo Properties – Julia Whittington TRE FAYE BOUTIQUE celebrated a grand “re-opening” in its new location at 112 W. Main Street, Benson! 7th Annual 2016 Classic Antique Power Farm Heritage Days Friday & Saturday April 8 & 9 8:00 A.M.– 5:00 P.M. Benson Chamber Park Entertainment All Day Saturday! $5.00 Admission Per Day Children Under 12 Free Jaymes Elliott, Ambassador, Ann Wood and Dianne McLamb, Chamber Board Members, shoppers, and Rhonda Sullivan, owner, Diane Godwin, Ambassador, Deborah Davis, and Natalie Morgan, Board Members, and Loretta Byrd, Chamber President. GYPSY...a musical fable PRESENTED BY ... BENSON FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS & BENSON LITTLE THEATER March 18 & 19, 2016 at 7:30 P.M. See Benson Like You’ve Never Seen It Before! March 20, 2016 at 3:00 P.M. In a helicopter at the Classic W.J. BAREFOOT AUDITORIUM Antique Power Farm Heritage Days! Welcome New Member! Jimmy Wilkins 5850 Benson Hardee Road Benson, NC 27504 919-669-0299 [email protected] Rides will be available Friday afternoon and all day Saturday. Thanks to the following companies who have renewed their 2016 chamber dues. (as of February 26) A. L. Wood Accounting Adams, Drucilla Drs. Adams, Johnson & Johnson Alicia's School of Performing Arts American Legion Banner Post #109 American Legion Banner Post #109 Auxilary Amped Electric LLC Amy Huff Fann-Remax Signature Realty AVINTIV Danny Mack Holland DeWayne's Inc. Double LL Tack & Feed, Inc. Dr. Christopher Vo, DDS,PC Dr. James T. Parker, DDS Dr. Larry Williams Duke Energy Dunn Area Tourism Authority Dunn-Benson Ford, Inc. Dunn's Garden Center B & B Produce, Inc. Edmond's/Libby's B & S Air Conditioning Co., Inc. Edward Jones Investments Bariatric Specialists of NC El Charro Mexican Restaurant, Inc. Barnes Lube Express ElectriCities of NC, Inc. Barnes, Maynard Eloise Moore & Associates, Inc. BB&T First Citizens Bank Beasley's Heating & Air First Federal Bank Benson Animal Hospital Food Lion Store Benson Area Medical Center Four Oaks Bank Benson Area Women's Organization Four Oaks Benson News in Review Copiers Plus, Inc. Johnston County Education Foundation Kennedy's Paradise Pawn Ken Tart Photography Korner Flea Market Lambert Surveying Landis Hall Lee Technologies, Inc. Lee's Furniture Outlet Legal Shield Levinson Law Firm Liberty Commons Lois B. Hood MAC Studio Martin Marietta Aggregates Mary C. Neighbors Massengill Associates, PA Max O Johnson McCall's Bar-B-Que & Seafood McDonald's of Benson McGees Crossroads Middle School McLamb's LP Gas & Supply Meadow Restaurant Meadow School MedFast P.C. Medicap Pharmacy Four Seasons Florist Medlin & Dorman, Inc. Benson Auto Supply, Inc. Galot Motor Sports Michael's Amusements Benson Baptist Church Mule City Specialty Feeds, Inc. Glam-O-Rama Cleaners Benson Book and Stationary, Inc. Narron, O'Hale & Whittington, P.A. Glenda's Sweet Shoppe and Grill Benson Chiropractic Center Neighbors & Associates Gloria Johnson/HomeTowne Realty Benson Elementary School Neurology & Pain Management Center Gregory Vineyards & Winery/Lane's Seafood Neuse Charter School Benson Flower Shop & Steak House Noela Woodall Benson Foundation for Arts GreK Computer Sales & Service North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission Benson Housing Authority Hamlin Sheet Metal Company, Inc. Office Value, Inc. Benson Kiwanis Club Pam Holland Hampton Inn - Dunn Parker General Contractors, LLC Benson Lions Club Hannah Creek Veterinary Hospital, PA Portable Toilets of Fayetteville Harbor, Inc. Benson Middle School R&R Welding Harris Rebar North Carolina Benson United Methodist Raynor, Max Harris, Oscar Betsy Stevens ReMax Southland Realty II Heart of Carolinas Cowboys for Christ Riccobene & Associates Betsy Whittington Ricky Barnes Auto Mart Helen Smith Bleecker AutoPark Robco Residential, Inc. Honeycutt & Grady CPAs Campbell University Rose & Graham Funeral Home Jackson Auto Glass Royal Boutique Cape Fear Christian Academy Jenny's Sweet Creations Senior Helpers Capital Area Workforce Development Board Seven Sisters Thrift Shop Carolina Packers, Inc. Jernigan's Nursery and Trading Post LLC Sheryl's Catering Char Grill Benson, LLC Jerry Medlin Short Stop Food Marts Clifton Overhead Door Co. Jo Co Partnership for Children Sign & Awning Sys., Inc. Cobb Sales & Service Johnston Community College Sisters Cake n Cream CommWell Health Johnston County Economic Development Criag Olive, Register of Deeds Creative Caps Crestfield/Ridgecrest/Parkview Apts. Crossroads Church Johnston County Farm Bureau, Inc. Johnston County Schools Johnston Memorial Hospital Junior Woman's Club of Benson More renewals listed on the back. 2016 Dues Renewals Congratulations to the Continued Christmas Sleep Inn Garner Small World Travel Snipes Insurance Service, Inc. South Johnston High School South Johnston Optimist Club Stainless Steel Specialties Window Decorating Contest Winners! Best Overall—Tre Faye Best JoCo Theme—Dixie Divas Best Non JoCo Theme—Jenny’s Sweet Creations State Employees Credit Union State Farm Insurance Most Elegant—Four Seasons Florist Stephenson Properties Most Creative Use of Merchandise—Benton Steps On Stage Dance Steve Hardy's Original Beach Party Steven Stanley Plumbing Card Company Best Christmas Tree—Exotic Image Hair Super 8 Dunn Sylvia Herring Taylor Made Cases, Inc. Salon Most Festive—Wood Realty The Community & Senior Serv of Jo. Co The Daily Record The Meadow Lights The Smithfield Herald Golf Cart Decoration Winners First Place—Geanne Pope The Vine and Branch Florist Town of Benson Transitions Life Care Trey Faye Boutique Jo Co Board of Education Trophy Case Candidate Forum Turnage Interstate Service Warren Drug Company The Smithfield-Selma Warren Industrial & Agri Supply Company West & Dunn Funeral Home, Inc. Chamber Education Committee is hosting a West Johnston High forum for candidates to the Johnston County Whittco Properties School Board of Education on Thursday, March Williams Rentals, Inc. Wood Pharmacy 3, 2016 from 6:30 PM—8:00 PM at the Johns- Wood Realty Group, Inc. ton Medical Mall Auditorium in Smithfield. WCKB Radio WPYB Radio All Benson Chamber members are invited to at- WTSB Radio tend to learn more about the candidates. Keith Young's Auto Center Dimsdale, owner of Chick-fil-A in Smithfield will Young's Motor Company facilitate the forum. Thank you 2016 Chamber Champions! BB&T Benson Lions Club Jimmy Wilkins Barn 7 PM Benson Middle School 11:30 AM Benson Self Storage 29 Benson Lions Club 28 Noon 5:30 PM Benson Flower Shop JoCo Legislative Luncheon 22 Chamber Board BFA Benson Area Women’s Organization 15 Downtown Committee Noon Town Board Meeting 7 PM Banner Management & Consulting 8 27 7 PM 7 PM Benson Flea Market Mall BAWO Museum Board 21 7 PM Wed ~ March 2016 ~ Benson Auto Supply, Inc. Bariatric Specialists of Benson United Methodist Church 30 Benson Foundation for the Arts 23 16 NC 9 Alicia's School of Perform- 2 American Legion Banner ing Arts Post #109 1 Tue Mule Days Committee 5:30 PM 3 PM Benson Family Dental American Legion Aux. Benson Animal Hospital Benson Area Medical Center 7 Mon GYPSY Barefoot Auditorium Care 20 13 B & S Air Conditioning Co.,Inc. 6 Sun AVINTIV Barnes Lube Express 11 Barnes, Maynard 10 AM 31 B & B Produce, Inc. Benton Card Company 7 PM Benson Kiwanis Club 26 Benson Laundry Center 7:30 PM Easter Eggtravaganza 2 PM Singing Grove Benson Elementary School 19 Spring Fling Benson United Methodist Church Inc. 12 Beasley Heating & Air, Town of Benson’s 129th Birthday Visual Improvement Award: Benton Card Company Business of the Month: TLC Works, Inc./ Mule City Auto & Convenience Center Good Friday Town Hall & Chamber offices Closed 25 ► SJHS Athletic Boosters Reverse Raffle 5 PM 5 Sat 6:30 PM American Legion Meeting 7 PM 7 PM GYPSY 7:30 PM GYPSY Barefoot Auditorium Barefoot Auditorium Benson Housing AuthorTown Board Meeting ity 24 Kiwanis Club SJ Optimist Club Benson Baptist Church 18 Benson Book & StationThird Thursday Breakfast 8 AM ary Chamber Office Flame 4 Learning Interviews Flame 4 Learning Interviews 17 10 4 Fri Museum Coffee Hour 8 AM Miss SJ Pageant 6:30 PM 7 PM Amped Electric LLC Citizen of the Year Breakfast Kiwanis Club SJ Optimist Club 3 Thu Chamber Members! There will not be a Business Expo this Year. We are combining the Expo with the Farm Heritage Festival. (If you can only attend one day, we recommend Saturday) This event will help you reach a bigger and a more diverse audience to help you market your products. CLASSIC ANTIQUE POWER Farm Heritage Festival Benson Chamber Park 355 J. Lee Road Benson, North Carolina 27504 2016 VENDOR APPLICATION April 8-9, 2016 Name of Business: ___________________________ Contact Name: ______________________ Address:____________________________City_________________State _______Zip Telephone Number: _____________________________ Email: Size of booth is 10 x 10. You must provide your own tables, chairs, and tent. No charge for the booth. Each vendor must pay the $5.00 admission fee per person per day. (If you request electricity, you will be required to have a Electricity Needed Yes fire inspection. Booths larger than 200 square feet are required to have a fire inspection. Fire inspections will begin Friday April 8 at 8:00 AM (if your booth is larger than 10x10.) Please fill out this section with a description of goods you will be selling/showing at the festival. ___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ List of items will be subject to approval and/or limitation by the Classic Antique Power & Tractor Show Committee. No items other than those approved by the Classic Antique Power & Tractor Show Committee will be sold at the festival. If you are selling items, please furnish us with your Sales Tax or Social Security number. Remember, it is your responsibility to file Sales Tax to the State of NC. Vendors (if they meet the attached requirements) will have fire inspections beginning Friday April 10 at 8:00 AM. Please complete and return no later than April 1, 2016. Benson Area Chamber of Commerce P. O. Box 246 Benson, NC 27504 By signing this form, I verify that I have read, understand and agree to abide by all festival rules. _________________________________ ____________________________ Signature Date Benson's 2016 Sundown in Downtown Concerts All Concerts are held at the Benson Singing Grove located at 406 E. Main Street. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the American Legion Building located at 605 North Wall Street. 5:30 PM Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, (Mule Day April 14 May 12 June 9 August 11 Sept. 22 Concert) The Band of Oz The Embers Featuring Craig Woolard The Attractions Jim Quick and the Coastline Band Justin West Band (6:00 - 7:30) Jonathan Parker Band (7:45 – 9:15) Steve Hardy's Original Beach Party will be at each concert. Sponsors are still needed. Over for more details. How about sponsoring one of the most loved events in Benson? Benson’s Sundown in Downtown Concert Series Platinum – $2000.00 - up Sponsorship of All Five Concerts Name on Banner and Flyers for all Concerts Reserved Seating at all Concerts (Bring your own Chair) Recognition on WPYB Radio Recognition in April - October Chamber Newsletters Recognition in Chamber News and Review Weekly Column Recognition by Chamber Staff on Chamber Chat Four Backstage passes for each concert Dinner for four provided by the Chamber for each concert Four Sundown in Downtown Sponsor Shirts Gold - $1000.00 – 1999.00 Sponsorship of All Five Concerts Name on Banner and Flyers for all Concerts Reserved Seating at all Concerts (Bring your own Chair) Recognition on WPYB Radio Recognition April - October Chamber Newsletters Recognition in Chamber News and Review Weekly Column Recognition by Chamber Staff on Chamber Chat Three Backstage passes for each concert Dinner for three provided by the Chamber for each concert Three Sundown in Downtown Sponsor Shirts Silver - $999 – 500.00 Sponsorship of All Five Concerts Name on Banner and Flyers for all Concerts Reserved Seating at all Concerts (Bring your own Chair) Recognition in April - October Chamber Newsletters Recognition in Chamber News and Review Weekly Column Recognition by Chamber Staff on Chamber Chat Dinner for two provided by the Chamber for each concert Two Sundown in Downtown Sponsor Shirts Bronze – $499.00 and under Sponsorship of All Five Concerts Name on Banner and Flyers for all Concerts Reserved Seating at all Concerts (Bring your own Chair) Recognition in April - October Chamber Newsletters One Sundown in Downtown Sponsor Shirt Please complete and return to: BACC, PO Box 246, Benson, NC 27504 Fax – 919-894-1052 Deadline is March 15. Name Company Address City State Zip Phone Fax Amount Pledged Bill me (You can pay monthly) Check Enclosed Mastercard/Visa Payment Name on Card Expiration Date Code Card Number Number & Size of T-shirts
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