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For the Week of February 11, 2008 |
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Greetings!
Valentine's Day is this week! Don't forget!
If this email is addressed incorrectly, please take a few minutes to email us back with the correct information.
Thank you for your investment in the Weatherford Area Chamber of Commerce! It is because of support of individuals like you that make Weatherford the successful community it is today. |
| Contact Us |
P O Box 857
Weatherford, Oklahoma 73096
580-772-7744
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| What's Happening! |
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Monday
February 11, 2008
Executive Committee Meeting -12:00 p.m. - Chamber Office
Tuesday
February 12, 2008
Weatherford Public Library Kid's Crafts - 10:00 a.m. - Weatherford Public Library
Kiwanis Club - 12:00 p.m. - The Mark Restaurant
Wednesday
February 13, 2008
Weatherford Rotary Club Meeting - 12:00 p.m. - Mark Restaurant
Thursday
February 14, 2008
Community Coffee @Great Plains Family YMCA - 9:30 a.m. - YMCA
Board of Directors Meeting - 4:00 p.m. - Chamber Office
SWOSU Panorama Event - Peking Acrobats - 7:30 p.m. - SWOSU Fine Arts Center
Friday
February 15, 2008
"Let Me Call You Sweetheart - Again" Banquet, Fundraiser - 6:30 p.m. - SWOSU Ballroom
Saturday
February 16, 2008
SWOSU Theatre Comedy Production - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
February 17, 2008
SWOSU Theatre Comedy Production - 7:30 p.m.
**Membership Investment
Chamber members recently received their 2008 membership investment invoices. Thank you to all those who supported the Chamber in 2007 and we ask for your support again in 2008. Your statement offered you the opportunity to increase your investment in the Chamber. Please take the opportunity to review your invoice and consider increasing your investment. |
| Jam Meeting |
| Mark your calendar for February 19, 8:00 a.m. at the Chamber office for the Retail Trades Committee's Jam Meeting. The meeting is open to any interested Chamber member. Chief topic of discussion will be plans for the 2008 retail community. The only requirement to attend is an interest in Weatherford retail.
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| Livestock Show Update |
 Great weather greeted the approximately 150 exhibitors, their families and supports who participated or attended the Weatherford Area Livestock Show, February 9, is the first in a series of Chamber sponsored agriculture events. The show benefits the 4-H and FFA livestock exhibitors in the Weatherford area. The Chamber's Agri-Business committee contacted area businesses for support and raised approximately $21,000.
Businesses who supported this show, will also be supporters of Weatherford 4-H and FFA exhibitors at the Custer County Premium Show and the April Weatherford Horse Show. Thank you to all the businesses and individuals who support this effort. A special thank you goes to Tim Lowry, Radonna Sawatzky, and Andy McPherson who serve as chairmen for the Chamber's Agri-Business committee.
Next event up is the Custer County Premium Show at Clinton's Custer County Fairgrounds - February 24, 25, & 26. |
| Events Needed |
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In the next week or two the Chamber will receive a request from the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department advising us of the advertising and submission deadlines for  the 2009 Oklahoma Travel Guide and Calendar of Events. This is the State of Oklahoma's premier promotion piece, showcasing hundreds of Oklahoma communities and events. So take a few minutes now and start putting your information together so your event and Weatherford will be well represented in the guide.
Also, don't forget the Chamber's Tourism Committee is making plans for 2008 and a critical need is an annual Calendar of Events, highlighting those activities which would be of interest to the traveling public. If you are part of an organization which has an event or activity meeting this criteria please 1) email the Chamber with the following information, name of event, date, time, location, ticket price, contact person with contact information, and a brief description and 2) go the Chamber's Web site calendar at www.weatherfordchamber.com and add the event to the calendar.
The Calendar of Events will be distributed at the Chamber office, locations in and around Weatherford, and at various travel shows and events, Weatherford will be attending. |
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As you make plans to visit other areas of the State of Oklahoma, stop by the Chamber office to pick up a copy of the 2008 Oklahoma Travel Guide and the 2008 Calendar of Events. The guide provides great information about tourism attractions and events around the state.
Your Chamber also has telephone directories available. Stop by and pick up an extra copy for the home or office. |
| Febuary's Community Coffee |
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See you Thursday at
 Great Plains Family
YMCA
1400 North Airport Road, Weatherford Oklahoma 73096
580-772-0202 -fax 1-580-772-0433
Email info@gpfymca.com |
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Committee Participation |
Watch the mail for your Chamber membership door decal and placard. Included with the mailing is a "Committee Prefence Sheet." This is your opportunity to become involve in building a better Weatherford. Please make copies of the sheet and share it with others.
Listed are the 2008 Chamber Committees. Participation in any committee is open to any representative of a Chamber member. To become a part of one of the committees, simply contact a committee chairman, return the Committee Preference Sheet or call the Chamber of Commerce @ 772-7744. Noted are the 2008 Committee Chairmen and the meeting times. All committees meet at the Chamber unless otherwise noted.
Agri-Business - Tim Lowry, Radonna Sawatzky, & Andy McPherson - 1st Thursday-7:00 pm
Ambassadors - Nancy Kimble & Barbara Jones - 4th Wednesday-4:00 pm
Education - Bruce Belanger - TBD
Health Education - Lucas Grounds & Dawn Hollander - TBD
Heartland Cruise - Joanne Chain - 3rd Tuesday-7:00 pm
Leadership Weatherford - Linda Hays - 3rd Wednesday-8:00 am
Membership - Harold Wright - TBD
Public Affairs - Jeff Berrong - TBD
Retail Trades - Linda Bartel & Colleen Schmitz - 1st Tuesday-8:00 am
Tourism - Jim Lovell - 3rd Thursday-2:30 pm-Stafford Museum
Weatherford Design Alliance - Rick Dahlgren & Mark Yearwood - 3rd Wednesday-9:00 am-The Cup |
| 2008 Community Coffees |
| Only three (3) open dates remain for the 2008 Community Coffees. Hosting a "Community Coffee" is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization to the Weatherford business community. There is no fee to host the event, your only expenses are refreshments and any mailings you may do to your mailing list inviting them to the event. The Chamber of Commerce will advertise your Community Coffee in our "Weekly Agenda" email, monthly newsletter, and will even do a special email reminding the membership of the event. To sign up, contact the Chamber of Commerce office at 772-7744. Noted below are the 2008 dates.
2nd Thursday of the Month - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
January 10 - Weatherford Public Library
February 14 - YMCA
March 13 - Western Oklahoma Christian School
April 10 - BancFirst
May 8 - AVAILABLE
June 12 - Weatherford Regional Hospital
July 10 - SWOSU
August 14 - Southwest National Bank
September 11 - AVAILABLE
October 9 - Weatherford 4-H (held @ Bank of Western Oklahoma)
November 13 - AVAILABLE
December 11 - First National Bank |
| Tourism and Travel Update |
Weatherford will be a part of the Great Plains Travel Show set for March 1 & 2 at Clinton's Frisco Center. Working with the Heartland of America Museum and the Stafford Air and Space Museum, the Chamber will have a booth showcasing all of the exciting and unique travel opportunities available in Weatherford. Participation in the Chamber's booth is open to any interested Chamber tourism partner! To be a part of the booth, call the Chamber at 772-7744.
Weatherford continues to attract motorcoach tours. The first one of the new year will be Timelines on February 12. Booking now for four tours in September is Tinker Federal Credit Union. |
| Over and Above |
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The Chamber wishes to recognize the businesses and individuals listed in the areas below. These members have agreed to increase their financial support to their Chamber this year. Take a few minutes now to review the list and make it a point to say "thanks" the next time you see one of these members. Every effort is being made to make sure this list is complete. If you have increased your membership to a level to be included in one of the areas listed and do not see your name, please contact the office. We'll make the change and get your recognized in the next "Weekly Agenda."
Minimum investments for each are
Platinum - $1,000
Gold - $750
Silver - $500
Bronze $350
Thanks and appreciation goes out to all members who have renewed their membership for the 2008 year! |
| Platinum Investors |
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Advanced Home Care Services, Inc.
AEP/Public Service Company of Oklahoma
BancFirst
Bank of Western Oklahoma
City of Weatherford
Economy Storage
Ed Berrong Real Estate & Insurance Agency
First National Bank & Trust Company of Weatherford
FPL Energy Cowboy Wind, LLC
Huser, John M. Jr, MD
MidFirst Bank
Rick Koch Oil Company
Southwest National Bank
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Stafford Air & Space Museum
Tautfest, Inc.
United Supermarkets
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. #392
Weatherford Daily News
Wright Wradio |
| Silver Investors |
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AT& T
Britton, Kuykendall, & Miller, CPA's
Diesel Works Plus Inc.
Doc's Longhorn Trading Post
Edward Jones, Horsburg, Jim
IBC Bank
Imation Enterprises
Johns, Joe E. & Glenna
Kelley Jewelers
Lockstone Funeral Home, Inc.
Magill Insurance & Real Estate Agency, Inc.
Mario's Grill
Oklahoma West Physicians Group
Ratcliffe's, Inc.
State Farm Insurance - Shepherd, Debbie
Weatherford Regional Hospital |
| Bronze Investors |
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Albert's Truck Service
Alfredo's Mexican Café
C.J.'s Southwest Tire & Accessory, Inc.
Caulkins Conoco
Cells U More
CenterPoint Energy
Dr Pepper Bottling Company
Eagle Supply & Rental, Inc
Eastman Kodak Company
Farmers Cooperative Exchange
Hankins, Dr. Marvin & Connie
Hartsell Real Estate
Legacy Bank
Lowry Farms
More Than Medicine
Nabors Shoe Center
PDC (Phone Directories Company)
Premier Chevrolet-Cadillac, Inc.
Sides Screen Printing
Sudden Link Communications
Weatherwood Assisted Living
Western Equipment, LLC | |
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Sincerely,
Marie Hanza
Weatherford Area Chamber of Commerce |
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