The Enterprise On-Line
October 29, 2012
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The mission of the Dripping Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is to provide business leadership and advocacy for the continuous improvement of the business environment, economic development and quality of life in the community.
 

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IMPORTANT!!

NOMINATIONS FOR 2013 CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NOW BEING ACCEPTED

 

The Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations of Chamber members for the 2013 Board of Directors. We are looking for members who have a strong interest in supporting the businesses of the Dripping Springs area.

 

The Chamber is in need of business people with innovative ideas. Board members are expected to attend all monthly and special meetings of the Board and Chamber.

 

If you or someone you know is interested in being a dedicated leader in the Dripping Springs business community, please fill out this NOMINATION FORM and e-mail it to dschamber@drippingspringstx.org or mail it to P. O. Box 206, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 by Nov. 2nd.

 

Please do not hesitate to contact Sherrie or any of the current Board Members with any questions you may have.

 

Sherrie Parks, Executive Director sherrie@drippingspringstx.org

 

2012 Board of Directors

Bonnie Humphrey, Chair   bah@bitwiseconsulting.com

Dave Edwards, Vice Chair   dedwards@broadwaybank.com

Rhonda Edwards, Secretary   dantaysgifts@yahoo.com

Randy Van Camp, Treasurer   randy@hokevancampcpas.com

Chris Heinchon    chrish@txassoc.com

Sharon Herbert    sharon@corridortitleco.com

Shelley Hill   shelley.hill@gracytitle.com

John Hoag   johnhoag@salusmundi.com

           

CHAMBER OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESSES
 
 

2012-2013 OFFICIAL CHAMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Advertising Opportunity

 

Be seen in 3,000* high quality, full color Business Directory and Community Guides, highlighting our Chamber members and all the things that make our community a great place to work, live and visit!

*We printed and distributed 1,500 directories in 2011-2012

 

Contents: Directory of Chamber members (alphabetical & by category), School Calendar and information, Dripping Events, Resources, Local Flavor and Buy Local, Buy Dripping Springs emphasis

 

Center Spread (2 pgs) $425

Back Cover $325

Inside Cover $275

Inside Back Cover $275

Full Page $225

1/2 Page $125

1/4 Page $ 75

Contact Sherrie at 512-858-7000 or dschamber@drippingspringstx.org to place your ad. DEADLINE: Nov. 5th

 

Ad Specs: Ads should by CMYK and 300 dpi for best resolution. Full page - 5.5" x 8.5" (add .125 for bleeds), 1/2 page - 5.25" x 3.85", 1/4 page - 2.65" x 3.85". If you need your ad layout done, there is a minimal charge. Please contact Sherrie at 512-858-7000 for more information.

 

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Sponsor the FIRST EVER Joint Social with the Wimberley & Blanco Chambers of Commerce

 

SPONSORSHIPS ARE LIMITED! 
DEADLINE FOR SPONSORSHIPS - NOV. 16th

       Joint Chamber Mixer Dec 2012

 

Showcase your business to almost 200 Chamber members from Dripping Springs, Wimberley and Blanco!!

 

Sponsors will receive:

- Recognition in all advertisements sent to all 3 Chamber's members

- Public Recognition throughout the evening

- Presentation of a Brief, Bold and Brillant verbal advertisement about your business

 

Sponsors will provide:

- A fabulous door prize that will be given away to a Wimberley or Blanco Chamber member

OR

- $100 that will be put with other cash sponsorships to purchase a highly valued door prize.

 

CURRENT SPONSORS:

Dripping Springs Sponsors:

 

CMIT Solutions

Creekside Pavilion

Railroad BBQ

 

 

Restaurant & Catering Sponsors:

Wimberley - Kate's Place and The Leaning Pear

Dripping Springs - Gourmet Gals and Hill Country Ranch Pizzeria

 

For more information on being a Host or Sponsor, contact Sherrie at 858-7000 or dschamber@drippingspringstx.org

 

 

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CHAMBER NEWS & EVENTS 


 

New Visitors Bureau Director

The Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is pleased to welcome Pam Owens as the new Director of our Visitors Bureau.

 

Pam has owned, operated and sold 2 businesses in Dripping Springs while being a member of the Chamber and has served on the Board for 2 terms, acting as Chairperson in 2005.  Pam has lived in the Dripping Springs area for almost 30 years, is a charter member of the Dripping Springs Community Foundation, has served on several fundraising programs and events in Dripping Springs including The Gathering, Helping Hands, DS Community Library, the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, PAWS, Founder's Day and Wild West Fest.  She has had a year of "relaxing" after selling Print Plus and is ready to continue representing Dripping Springs at our Visitors Bureau.  Be sure to stop by and tell her hello!

 

 

EVENTS

 

THIS WEEK:

November 1st -
Microsoft Office Workshop*Postponed to Later Date.  More details coming soon
  
UPCOMING EVENTS:
 
November 15th - Chamber Membership Luncheon
*Notice - This is a week earlier then usual due to Thanksgiving Holidays.
11:30am - 1:00pm
Location:  Hill Country Bible Church, 100 Commons Rd., Suite 4 (behind DS Pharmacy)
Catered by:  Johnny Carino's (new chamber member)
Speaker - Maura Thomas, www.regainyourtime.com
**Lots of door prizes to be given away!  Remember, businesses are welcome to bring door prizes to give away to promote their business! 
 
Don't forget to check the Calendar of Local Community Events!  CLICK HERE
Have an event to submit?  CLICK HERE
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 MEMBER NEWS

 

FREE SKIN CARE SCREENINGS FOR CHAMBER MEMBERS

Free Skin Cancer Screenings available to All Chamber of Commerce Members, provided by Vitalogy Skincare!  This Saturday, November 3rd from 9 AM - Noon.  Appointments are necessary, please call Sonja at 512.743.9626, to schedule your appointment time.  Vitalogy Skincare, Dermatology and Skin Cancer Centers, 100 Commons Road, Suite 9

 

 

CANYON GRILL LADIES NIGHT & POOL/PING PONG INSTRUCTION

We have Ladies Night every Tuesday 4-7pm, 16oz Marguaritas on the rocks for $3.00, and free pool or ping pong coaching for customers who may be interested.  We appreciate your support and business.

 

 

EARLY VOTING CONTINUES TODAY

Early voting continues through Friday, Nov. 2nd.  Registereds voter in Hays County can vote at any polling place in the county.  In Dripping Springs, early voting will be conducted at the Hays County Precinct 4 Office, located at 195 Roger Hanks Parkway.  This week, early voting will be conducted Monday, Oct. 29th - Friday, Nov. 2nd from 7:00am - 7:00pm.  In addition, there will be a temporary early voting location at the Belterra Clubhouse, 801 Belterra Dr. on Monday, Oct. 29th and Tuesday, Oct. 30th from 10:00am - 7:00pm.

 

For additional information about early voting or to see a sample ballot, visit www.co.hays.tx.us and click on the Nov. 6th General Election button or call the Elections office at 512-393-7310.

 

 

TRICK OR TREAT SO OTHERS CAN EAT

Boy Scout Troop 101 is planning our 4th Annual Halloween Food Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 31st.  We will be concentrating our efforts in Belterra and Highpoint Communities.  All donations will benefit the Dripping Springs Helping Hands Food Pantry.  We need your help to make this Trick or Eat Drive a success!  If you would like to donate but will not be home on Halloween, please call Janell at 512-673-3723 or email jkendzora@austin.rr.com.

 

 

FOOD FUNDRAISER BENEFITS HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY

Food pantries are always in need and it seems with our current economy, the demand is even greater. The Helping Hands Food Pantry is no exception.

 

Dripping Springs residents will have the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items, school supplies and toiletries at six locations through Nov. 19th. Boxes can be found conveniently located inside each business. Local Rotarians have created the boxes and will be distributing them to the following locations:

 

Dripping Springs Pharmacy @ 100 Common Rd., #1       894-0285

Security State Bank @ 1500 W. Hwy 290                      858-2900

Broadway Bank @ 320 US 290                                      858-1039

Chase Bank @ US 290 & Hwy 12                                  858-2062

Hill Country Care @ 1505 W. Hwy 290                           858-5624

Good to Go Oil Center @ 1160 Hwy 290 East                 858-1420

 

The Rotary Club of Drippings Springs is made up of local business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Visit www.drippingspringsrotary.org for more information.

 

The Helping Hands Food Pantry is a non-profit organization created in 1986 and operates with more than 50 volunteers to provide food distribution, financial aid and special programs to the residents of Hays County who are in need. Visit www.helpinghands-drippingsprings.org for more information.

 COMMUNITY MEETINGS  

 

Photographers of Dripping Springs

Photographers of Dripping Springs meets every 3rd Thursday at DS Community Library, 501 Sportsplex Dr., in the conference room @ 6:30pm.  Visitors always welcome.  For more info, contact Mike @ 512-524-7897 or michaelpennsmith@gmail.com .
 

Toastmasters

DS Toastmasters regularly meets every Tuesday, 6:30pm, at Pioneer Bank Bldg. (Conference Rm), 100 Creek Rd at Hwy 290. Visitors always welcome. For more information, call Tom Zalewski at thomasz@austin.rr.com .  Our website: http://www.dstoastmasters.com  

 

DS Property Tour

Every Tuesday at Farm Bureau Ins. 105 Canyon Wood Drive South Suite D-2, Dripping Springs.  Breakfast meeting starts at 9:00am with tour of homes immediately following. For more information contact tour coordinator Carol Brown at dshometour@gmail.com , phone number 512-576-7711. Or Debra Williamson at dwilliamson@txfb-ins.com, phone number 512-858-7777.    

                                                              

Rotary Club

Rotary Club

Every Monday, 11:45am at Café 131, 131 E. Mercer St., Dripping Springs. To attend, please contact Bonnie Rose at (512) 894-3944 or brose@austin.rr.com

 

Charlotte's Book Club

DS Community Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 6 PM, at 501 Sportsplex Drive. Go to www.dscl.org  or call 512-858-7825 for more information.

 

Lions Club

Meets at 6:00pm the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Flores Mexican Restaurant, 2440 E. Hwy. 290, Dripping Springs.  Contact Sharon Goss at (512) 858-5159.

 

Alzheimer's Support Group

Free Alzheimer's Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Noon at Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. (Off Hwy 290, just past Nutty Brown, behind McCoy's).  Please RSVP to 512-637-5400. Also, visit our website at h ttp://www.arvedacare.com

 

Vince F. Taylor American Legion Post 290

Meets in the Vet Hall on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM.  Vet Hall is located at RR12N and Loop 64 (Mercer St.)  For Info please call 858-5637.

 

Dripping Springs VFW

Post 2933

Meets in the Vet Hall on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM.  Vet Hall is located at RR12N and Loop 64 (Mercer St.)  For Info please call: 858-5637.

 

 
ARTICLES FOR BETTER BUSINESS
 

Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau 

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

Click Here to View Contact Information of the Board

  

 

STAFF

 

Executive Director                                                  Visitors Bureau Director

Sherrie Parks                                                            Pam Owens

 

Physical Address:  509 Mercer St. (next to City Hall)
Mailing Address:  P. O. Box 206, Dripping Springs, TX  78620

Chamber of Commerce - 512.858.7000       E-Mail - dschamber@drippingspringstx.org
Visitors Bureau - 512.858.4740                   E-Mail - dsvisitorsbureau@drippingspringstx.org