JUNE 2014

Dickson County Spotlight
The people and places that make Dickson County uniquely wonderful.
Don't forget dad! Father's Day is Sunday, June 15th. Check out these Chamber members for great gift ideas!
Dickson Farmer's Co-op

Dickson Farmers Co-op has that unique gift for the Father in your family! We offer a wide variety of products from grills to wallets. Please come by and shop local at your Co-op! Our hours are Monday-Friday 7 am to 5:30 pm and Saturdays 7 am to 1 pm.

 

  • Orca Coolers- MADE IN THE USA! These coolers are built to keep ice up to 10 days, perfect for those long hunting trips or those long    days on the farm.
  • Grills- We have in stock portable camping/tailgating grills, and also the Tucker Cooker for those more dedicated grilling men!
  • Under Armor clothing and shoes
  • Irish Setter Boots made by Red Wing
  • Horse tack and a variety of saddles to choose from!
  • Belts, knives, wallets, and hats
  • Small engines: chainsaws, pole saws, weed eaters, and leaf blowers
  • Truck tires and accessories  
Dickson Sportsman Store

Dad will be sure to love a gift from Dickson Sportsman Store. We strive to provide legendary customer service. We offer high quality firearms, gun safes, archery tackle, cleaning supplies, holsters, tactical gear, and much more. Brands we carry include Kimber, Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Ruger, Savage, Browning, Thompson Center, Rock River, Winchester, Beretta, Sig-Sauer, Mathews, Bowtech, and PSE.
Come by our location at 586 Highway 46 South in Dickson or call (615) 446-5505.   

 

   


Frank G. Clement Golf Course
Located inside Montgomery Bell State Park, this course features an 18-hole course, par 71. Play amongst deer  and wildlife. The course was built in 1973 and then redesigned by designer Gary Roger Baird in 1988. In previous years, Golf Digest has recognized Montgomery Bell as one of the "Top 100 Public Course to Play". Hole #2, a 446 yards long par 5 is the Signature hole. This beautiful hole has fairways lined with hardwood trees and the green protected by four bunkers. The course can stretch from 4961 yards to 6146 yards. The entire course is heavily wooded and features an abundance of wildlife such as deer, geese and wild turkey. Call (615) 797-2578 today to reserve Dad's tee time.  
GreyStone Golf Club

Designed by PGA Tour pro Mark McCumber, GreyStone Golf Club offers a challenging yet fun round of golf to competitors of all skill levels. Located in historic Dickson, the golf course is a short drive from Nashville and is easily accessible from throughout Middle Tennessee. We know for a fact, the dad in your life will enjoy our golf course. Make a plan to come on out and play. To book a tee time or information on membership, visit our website or call (615) 446-0044.  

   


Pine Hills Golf Club

 

Established in 1927, this nine hole golf course was revamped in April 2003 to become the tranquil 18 hole course it is today. The course offers bent grass greens, Bermuda fairways and roughs, ratings from 69.2 to 72.1, slopes starting at 125, and boasts serene Dickson County views. This tough, yet handicap friendly course has helped make some of Dickson County's finest golfers, some of whom have gone on to play at the college level. Golf is a family sport, teaching life-enhancing values and Pine Hills Golf Club makes it their goal to be "Dickson's best family value". The course is open every day from daylight to dusk. To reserve your tee time call (615) 375-1749.  
 

 
Help Us Welcome Our Newest Members!

Larry Hillis 
228 Old Columbia Rd.
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-1619

The Vapor Shop
Johnnie Godwin
1828B Highway 46 S.
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 375-1938

Victory Nissan
Jason Seiber
2219 Highway 46 S.
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7070

Wayne White
P.O. Box 77
Slayden, TN 37165
(615) 654-7857

Wolfe Industrial, Inc.
Buster Wolfe, Jr.
1512 J.P. Hennessy Dr.
LaVergne, TN 37086
(615) 641-6964

Zinc Oxide
Jimmy Kight
600 Printwood Dr.
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-8791
Renewed Members
  
 All Aboard 
Allegra Print 
Armstrong Hardwood Flooring  
Bank of Dickson 
Bankers Title & Escrow Dickson 
Catfish Kitchen 
Charlotte Hometown Pharmacy 
Community Foundation for D.C. 
D.E.M. 
David Martin Creative Services 
D.C. Right to Life 
Discovery Place 
First Farmer's & Merchants 
GNAR 
Hilltop Structures 
Home Instead Senior Care 
HomeCare Solutions 
Jackson Hewitt 
Jim Durham CPA 
Journal Communications 
Kroger 
Misfits Electronics 
Olive Branch 
Onsite Partners, Inc.  
Pendergrass & Son 
Ponderosa 
Radio Shack 
State Farm - Jimmy Drake 
Stuffy's Frosty Jug 
T & D Tool Services 
Tennessee Tool 
Terry Bone Real Estate 
Drs. Tidwell & Faulks  
Urgent Medical Care 
Vulcan Material 
XMC  
  
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The Dickson County Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization that works to promote the welfare of our community through all aspects, including the economic well-being of Dickson County. We are governed by a board of directors. The Chamber was established in 1921 and for nearly a century have continued to coordinate the talents and energies of business, industry and individuals to make our county a better place to live, work and visit.  
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 Board Of Directors
July 1, 2013 - June 30, 2014
 
Ted Williams, Chair
TriStar Bank
 
Steve Scherer, Chair-Elect
Office Depot
 
Michael Adams
Water Authority of Dickson County
 
Lisa Akins
Allegra Print & Imaging
 
Richard Bibb
Dickson County Industrial Board
 
Mark Burns
A-1 Signs
 
Jeff Corlew
C&I Design
 
Belinda Daniel
The Roxy
 
Gary Davis
TriStar Bank
 
Al Frazier
Banker's Title & Escrow Dickson, LLC
 
Mike Henry
Farm Bureau Insurance
 
Laura Hill
Reading Rock Books
 
David Martin
David Martin Creative Services
 
Steve Schafer
Three Creeks Farm
 
Jamie Snyder
Bank of Dickson
 
Jerry Tidwell
Tidwell & Faulks
Chamber Staff
 
 Rhonda 
Rhonda Adams
Director of Tourism
  
Aspen Anderson
Director of Membership Services
  
  
Jennie Wagner
Office Manager
  
  
Dana Ramsey
Education Edge
  
CHAMBER NEWS & EVENTS
Chamber Luncheon
There will be no Chamber Luncheon in June. We hope to see you at the Annual Banquet on June 12th.
Small Business Counseling

Small Business Association FREE Counseling will be Thursday, June 26 at the Collier House in Charlotte from 9a.m. to Noon. Please call (615) 446-2349 to set an appointment time.  

Dickson Young Professionals

DYP is meeting on Thursday, June 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Center. Guest speaker Meagan Frazier Grosvenor. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with young professionals in Dickson!
Industry Appreciation Golf Tournament

golf-club.jpg The Industry Appreciation Golf Tournament has been rescheduled for Friday, June 27 at GreyStone Golf Club. Breakfast begins at 7 a.m. and morning tee time is 8 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. and afternoon tee time is Noon. Reception will follow.  

Morning tee times are still available, to reserve your spot contact Jennie at (615) 446-2349. Afternoon tee times are waiting list only.  

$55 per member, $75 per non member.  
CHAMBER ANNUAL BANQUET
The Chamber Annual Banquet will be Thursday, June 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Center. $25 per member, RSVP to Jennie at (615)446-2349.

The guest speaker for this year's Annual Banquet is Senator Mark Green.  Click here to read Senator Green's biography.  
Table Decorating Contest - Don't Miss Your Chance!

The Dickson County Chamber of Commerce is introducing a table decorating contest as exciting entertainment at this year's annual banquet.

All members are welcome and encouraged to attend the Annual Banquet and decorating a table is completely voluntary. Thank you for considering decorating a table for the Annual Banquet on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at the Renaissance Center.

For more information and contest rules, click here. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to showcase your business! If you have any questions or special requests, contact Aspen Anderson at aspen@dicksoncountychamber.comor (615) 446-2349.

 

 
RIBBON CUTTING

Little Lambs Christian Learning Center located at 3523 Highway 70 West in Dickson, TN has open enrollment for children 30 months to five years of age. We are a Christ Centered Bible based child development center that prepares your children for life and beginning school. We believe that children are a gift from God and deserve to be treated with love, respect and dignity while providing a safe, healthy, protected learning environment. All classrooms and play areas are covered with closed circuit cameras for security and safety. Little Lambs Christian Learning Center will be using the Abeka curriculum for children 3-5. A deposit of $25.00 per child is required to hold your child's place on enrollment while application is being made.

 

Center hours are Monday through Friday 6:30 AM until 5:30 PM. Lunch and two snacks per day will be served meeting the standards of the Department of Children's Services. Make an appointment today to tour our facility and meet the director, Rosemary Wallace.

 

If you want your child to be loved, cared for, protected and taught life skills as well as the Word of God, Little Lambs is the place for your child. Stop by today or call (615) 326-8154 or (931) 622-3885 and speak to director Rosemary Wallace.

 
LEADERSHIP DICKSON COUNTY GRADUATION
Congratulations to the Leadership Dickson County Class of 2014. Leadership graduation was held at GreyStone Golf Club on Tuesday, May 20 and featured guest speaker Ralph Brewer.

Back row: Leonard Belmares, The Baker Law Group; Julia Holt, City of Dickson Fire Department; Brooke Orgain, Pro Temp Prosecutor Assistant District Attorney for TN; Aspen Anderson, Dickson County Chamber of Commerce; Cherie Wilson, City of Dickson Parks and Recreation; Jordan Osborn, Ramsey, Thornton & Barrett, PLC; Josh Lewis, Greater Dickson Gas Authority; TJ Pass, Health Insurance Specialist; Joe Purvine, Traditions First Bank.
Front row: Angela Monsue, Drs. Tidwell & Faulks; Gigi Dawson, TriStar Bank; Nicole Holland, TN Democratic Party; Tricia Compton, Jacobs, Cohen & Associates, PLLC; Andrea Logan, First Federal Bank; Beverly Wolfe, David Wolfe, Attorney; Andrea Everett, Habitat for Humanity; Kay Welton, Retired Educator; Karen Crouch, The Dickson Herald, Nicole Winstead, Farm Credit Mid-America.
Not pictured: Todd Vermilyea, First Baptist Church.

If you would like to apply for the Leadership Class of 2014-2015, check the Chamber website for a copy of the application soon. Hard copies will also be available. The deadline to submit your application will be July 31.
OSLO the Chamber Mascot
Follow Oslo's adventures in Dickson County! For information about Oslo visiting your business, email Aspen Anderson or call (615) 446-2349. And remember, if you aren't a Chamber member, you otter be! 

Oslo stopped by the Dickson County Soil and Water Conservation Office and USDA Service Center to learn about preserving our natural resources in Dickson County!


Oslo at the TriStar Horizon Medical Center's Stroke Luncheon where he learned about stroke risk. Click here to take your stroke assessment!
COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS
Stuffy's Frosty Jug Cruise In
Stuffy's Frosty Jug is kicking off summer by starting up Cruise-Ins on the first Saturday of the Month. Come by at 5:00 p.m. for classic diner food and a great time.
Drug Free Dickson Coalition Meetings
Drug Free Dickson Coalition meets weekly on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. at the Dickson County Help Center Conference Room. Monthly meetings are on the third Thursday at 6:00 p.m.  For more information, contact the Anita O'Dell at (615) 686-3128.
Dickson County Farm Tour
Come along on the Dickson Farm Tour for a day of fun at some of the farms in Dickson County on Wednesday, July 9. $5 per person, lunch included. The tour will be in Northeast Dickson County this year and there are some great stops lined up. To reserve your spot contact Amy at the Dickson County Soil and Water Conservation Office. (615) 446-2449, ext. 3.
Logan's Roadhouse Raise the Steaks Fundraiser Night
Join Logan's Roadhouse on the fourth Tuesday of every month for supper and support Feed America First. With this coupon, 20% of the cost of your meal goes directly to Feed America First, a non-profit hunger relief agency operating in Middle Tennessee.
Dickson County Craig Morgan Foundation 8th Annual Charity Ride & Concert

The Dickson County Craig Morgan Foundation's 8th Annual Charity Ride & Concert will kick-off at 8a.m. on Sunday, July 20. The morning will start with an autograph session with celebrity riders, followed by a trail riding exhibition from top motocross competitors, a group trail ride and lunch. That evening, Craig and country music friends will be on stage at the War Memorial Building for an outdoor concert. A live and silent auction will also take place at the concert. All proceeds from the events will benefit the Dickson County Craig Morgan Foundation.

 

Celebrity Off-Road Trail Ride
Date: July 20, 2014
Location: Paul Allen Farm 1286 Bell Hollow Rd Vanleer, TN
Registration Opens: 8:00 AM
Autograph Session: 9:00 AM
Trials Show: 9:30 AM
Ride Start Time: 10:00 AM

 

Celebrity Concert and Silent Auction
Date: July 20, 2014
Location: Dickson War Memorial Lawn 200 Center Ave. Dickson, TN 37055
Silent Auction Opens: 5:00 PM
Gates Open: 6:00 PM
Concert Start Time: 7:00 PM
DESTINATIONS
RELAY FOR LIFE

 

The Annual Dickson County Relay for Life event will be held at DCHS stadium starting 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 6 through 5:00 a.m. June 7.  For more information, please call Kelly Jo Stephens at 615-519-6188.   

 

At Relay For Life events, communities across the globe come together to honor cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that has already taken too much. The funds you raise truly make a difference in the fight against cancer - just ask one of the nearly 14 million cancer survivors who will celebrate another birthday this year! Because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times. For more information about the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life, visit their website.  

 


2014 Schedule of Events

 

4:30 p.m.Team Registration  

 

6:00 p.m. Survivors gather at the Survivor Tent

6:45 p.m. Survivor and Caregiver Lap

7:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies with guest speaker Kristi Greer

8:00 p.m. Performance by Emily & Spencer

9:00 p.m. Luminary Ceremony

10:00 p.m. Announcement of: Best Team Campsite, Best Team Shirt, Best Tasting Food

10:00 p.m. Silent Auction Ends

10:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Relay Winners announced

10:20 p.m. Hawaiian Shirt Lap, bring your best Hawaiian shirt

10:45 p.m. Red White & Blue Lap, show your USA pride

11:00 p.m. Minute to Win It Games

11:30 p.m. Neck Tie Lap, bring a crazy tie!

12:00 a.m. Midnight Zumba with Chara Gentile

1:00 a.m. Kazoo Lap (kazoos will be provided)

1:15 a.m. Line Dance Lap

1:00 a.m. Karaoke

2:00 a.m. Minute to Win It Games

2:45 a.m. Turn in "Passports"

4:00 a.m. Closing Ceremony

 

Dickson County Chamber of Commerce
119 Highway 70
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2349
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