Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Scholarship, Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year Forms

Okay, we heard you, you want the Scholarship, Business and Citizen of the Year forms available here!  So here they are through the Hueytown Chamber website - Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce's:

 $ 500 Scholarship

Business of the Year - 2011

Citizen of the Year - 2011


See the article below for details or call Rebecca at the Chamber with questions:   205 491 8039

"Its Ladies Night, Oh what a night"...

Even if you don't remember the song - remember this:  Ladies Night Out Extravaganza, Tuesday evening, April 19th,  from 6p - 9p  at the Brooklane Community Center. 

What is the Ladies Night Extravaganza? First it is something you should not miss. Second, it is an evening full of shopping, fun and the ability to obtain much needed information in a relaxed atmosphere.

You will need to be 21 y/o to attend.   For an advance ticket of $ 10 you will receive a great meal, be registered for door prizes and the first 100 Advance ticket holders will receive a FREE gift bag filled with goodies.  Tickets at the door will be available for $ 15.

How many times have you thought that you would love to ask a doctor some questions but ran out of time, or didn't want to make another appointment?  Here is your chance!  In addition to the shopping and vendors there will be an excellent OB/GYN, Dr. Martha McLaughlin from Princeton Baptist Medical Center discussing "Wellness for Each Phase of a Woman's Life" and conducting an 'Ask the Doctor' segment.

Shelly Robinson, Stylist from Studio 21, will conduct Hair Extension Demonstrations and help you to look ahead to the new summer styles and colors.

Advance Tickets $10;  after 4/3/11 and at the door:  $15. There is a limited number of tickets available.

For ticket purchases and info call Jonne:  205-337-9433

This weekend, Saturday, April 2nd: the GopherHole MarketPlace

Looking for inexpensive, fun things to do this weekend?  Then come to the GopherHole MarketPlace on Saturday, April 2nd.  Admission is FREE!  There will be plenty of Arts, Crafts, & Gifts along with food concessions.  Over 40 vendors will be at the show selling items such as dolls, antiques, candles, Easter items, photography items and crafts, costume jewelry, purses and more.

Location:  Brooklane Community Center
                2501 Brooklane Drive
                Hueytown, Al.  35244

Time:   9 am - 3 pm

Call Jonne for more Info:   205- 337-9433

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Congratulations to Taylor Bug's Consignment!

Time certainly flies!  Taylor Bug's Boutique & Consignment has been in business in Hueytown for a year.  Terrific service and wonderful merchandise are their specialties.

In addition to their  boutique area, they carry all items children can use along with maternity items (clothing, books and accessories). Kid's sizes are from newborn to size 14. Taylor Bug's welcomes consignors to bring baby items such as: strollers, diaper bags, accessories, high chairs, exersaucers, toys, etc.

Congratulations are in order for Gopher Baseball and Softball !

Excellence in Hueytown doesn't take a break!   While many were on the beach during spring break, our Gophers were busy at out of town tournaments bringing home wins.  

Our Baseball team toppled Brookwood to clinch the Nike Gulf Coast Classic in Gulf Shores, Al.   And our Softball team didn't leave empty handed either!  They placed 3rd in the 2011 Gulf Coast Classic I Softball Tournament held in Orange Beach, Al.  They competed against a field of 60 teams from Alabama/Tennessee/Mississippi to place in the 2011 Gulf Coast Classic Softball Tournament. 

The baseball win was the second time in a week that our Gophers won a tournament with a no hitter.  Senior left-hander Jason Carrell pitched a no-hitter to lead Hueytown to the Nike Gulf Coast Classic title.   And on March 12 Alex Scott and Brent Reeves combined their pitching skills to beat Mortimer Jordan 8-0 in the championship game of the Jefferson County Tournament.  For more Hueytown Baseball news click here and video here

GO GOPHERS!

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

RBC Bank's 'Tribute to Teachers'

RBC Bank® is a fantastic example of the quality of the members in the Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce and our community.  RBC Bank®  has a long history of investing in excellence in education through corporate giving, in-kind donations and individual volunteerism. It’s because of this history – along with a core belief that excellence in education can’t really exist without the priceless contribution of our most dedicated teachers – that they’ve created an investment of their own. It’s called Tribute to Teachers - a regional awards program that recognizes the work and ‘never quit’ attitude of our communities’ best educators.

Since the program’s inception in 2004, Tribute to Teachers has awarded more than $160,000 in cash and prizes to hundreds of educators across the Southeast, allowing them to add invaluable learning tools and resources to their classrooms.

How Tribute To Teachers Works

Scholarship Time!

High School graduation will be here in a few weeks and our Seniors will be on their way.  Each year the Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce awards a $500 scholarship to a Hueytown area graduating senior who exemplifies dedication to both academics and service to their community.   The scholarship will be presented at our annual Chamber banquet on Thursday evening, April 21st.  Applications can be obtained by calling Rebecca at 205 491 8039.

Applicant must:

Business and Citizen of the Year Applications

Do you wonder what takes place at the annual Hueytown Area Chamber Banquet?  In addition to enjoying a fantastic speaker and a great meal, we also recognize those throughout the community that have made a significant impact over the past year.

Two of the awards are for the Business and the Citizen of the Year.  The winners of each category are presented at the annual Chamber banquet. This year's banquet will be held on Thursday, April 21st. 

The awards are based  on recognition from others, activities to support the community

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Chamber Annual Banquet - Coach Mal Moore: Thursday, April 21st

The annual Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at the North Highlands Baptist Church.  Be sure to mark this date and purchase your banquet tickets early.  The tickets will be selling quickly.  We have obtained another great speaker for our annual Banquet:    Coach Mal Moore, Athletic Director, University of Alabama.

Banquet Date:   Thursday, April 21
Location:   North Highlands Baptist Church
                 15th Street Road
                 Hueytown, Al.
Time:   Reception - 6 pm CT
           Banquet - 7 pm CT

For tickets and additional information, please contact Rebecca at the Chamber: 205 491 8039.          

HHS Alumni Breakfast: Saturday, March 26th

To all you Gopher Grads (and anyone that may have gone to another school and want to see friends), the Alumni Association is holding an Alumni Breakfast on Saturday, March 26. 

The opening day for the new school is fast approaching so be sure to come to the breakfast to see the current school and hear about our new school.   The breakfast is for all graduating classes. Be sure to bring your photos, yearbooks, and cameras!

Date: Saturday, March 26, 2011
Time:  9 am CT
Location:   current Hueytown High School Cafeteria

Questions or need more information:  Call Rebecca at the Chamber - 205 491 8039

Chamber's Monthly Meeting: March 24, 2011

The Monthly Chamber  luncheon will be held on Thursday, March 24th in order to allow attendees to enjoy Spring Break.

Our meetings are open to all in and out of Hueytown.  You do not have to be a Chamber member to attend.  Reservations are appreciated for meal count but not required.

Location:    Brooklane Community Center
Time:   12 noon

Questions?  Please call Rebecca at the Chamber: 205 491 8039

Friday, March 11, 2011

Blood Drive - March 13

COMMUNITY WIDE BLOOD DRIVE

Sunday, March 13, 2011 2 – 7 p.m.

Location:  N. Highlands Baptist Church

Heart Health in Hueytown

The Baptist Health System is pleased to partner with HealthFair for a series of inexpensive cardiovascular screenings at four Birmingham-area locations during the month of March.  One of the sites will be in Hueytown on Monday, March 14th.  Your results will be read by a board certified physician and the ultrasounds can be placed on a cd for discussion with your physician.

Tests to be provided: 
  • Echocardiogram Ultrasound Test
  • Electrocardiogram
  • Hardening of the Arteries (ASI) test
  • Stroke/Carotid Artery
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) test
  • Adominal Aortic Aneurysm Unltrasound
  • 5year Risk & Lipid Panel

March 14:   Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
                     1343 Hueytown Road
                     Hueytown, Al 35023

Appointments are necessary.  Insurance not required.  For costs and more information please visit the site:  http://www.baptisthealthfair.com/   or call:  877-599-3247

 

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Daylight Savings Time Change - 03/13/11 @ 2 am CT

Daylight Savings Time change!  In 2011 and 2012, you need to set your clocks forward one hour at 2:00 AM on the second Sunday in March.  So for Spring 2011 that will be this weekend:    March 13, 2011.

Hueytown Quarterback Club event: March 12th

Looking for a good time?  Here's something for you - the H.H.S. Quarterback Club Annual Cash Party – Saturday, March 12 6:00 p.m. at the Bessemer Civic Center.

Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy a meal with friends and family and maybe even collect $10,000! A $100 ticket entitles you to dinner for 2 as well as an opportunity to take home the grand prize. Additional drawings and door prizes will be given throughout the evening. All proceeds sponsor Hueytown Football programs. Tickets are in limited supply so you need to move quickly.

For tickets and details, please contact 205-492-7357 or 205-296-3499

Or Rebecca at the Chamber office, 205-491-8039

2010 Spring Break - Jefferson County Schools

If you have kids in school you probably already know - but just as a reminder:   Spring Break for Jefferson County Schools is March 14 – 18th

2010-2011 JefCoed Calendar

And for next year:  2011-2012 JefCoed Calendar

Congratulations! Miss Hueytown 2011 - Taylor Nicole Trawick

Congratulations go out to Taylor Nicole Trawick who was recently crowned Miss Hueytown 2011!   Trawick, 20, is a 2008 graduate of Hueytown High School and graduated from the Hueytown Beauty School in December.  She works at Iron Works Fit­ness in Hueytown and plans one day to open her own salon.

Alternates:
  1st: Makenzie Faith Burgett of Jasper
  2nd: Jonna Martin of Birming­ham
  3rd:  Amber Phillips of Hueytown

Miss Hueytown, ages 13-16:
Queen: Morgan Lafoy
Alternates:  1st: Dora D'Ac­cardi,  2nd: Amy Lee,  3rd: Sarah Eady, all of Hueytown.

Miss Hueytown, ages 10-12:
Queen: Taylor Snider
Alternates:  1st: Brelan Thomas, 2nd:  Kara Holt,  3rd: Kaitlyn Page Breedlove, all of Hueytown.

Miss Hueytown, ages 7-9:
Queen: Kelsey Madison Riley of Hueytown
Alternates:   1st: Chylyn Hope Bar­nhill of Bessemer,  2nd: Anissa Player of Pleasant Grove, 3rd:  Elizabeth Nicole Kuy­kendall of McCalla.

Miss Hueytown, ages 5-6:
Queen: Jolynn Christine Wilkinson of Hueytown
Alternates:  1st: Maci Claire Hicks of Hueytown,   2nd: Chailyn Layne Ri­ley of Pleasant Grove,  3rd: Caitlyn Kelley of Pleasant Grove