We would love for everyone to come to our Chocolate Fling Bingo/Silent Auction "Fun" Raiser on Thursday evening, February 11th at the Maumelle Country Club.  The fun begins at 6:00 PM.  The cost is $15 per person.

We have tons of great auction items, great food, good company and lots of chocolate.  And don't forget the BINGO!  We have so many wonderful prizes to bid on donated by our very generous members.  Look at some of the great items we have to place in the auction: a granite bathroom vanity counter top donated by A1 Graniteman; a custom pearl necklace donated by BlazeDiamond.com; a Garmin GPS donated by First Security Bank; 2-$100 gift cards donated by Centennial Bank; 2-overnite stay gift packages from the Capital Hotel, including dinner at Ashley's for 2; a marble pastry board from Maumelle Custom Flooring; a 1 year pest control contract from Terminix; designer sunglasses from Maumelle Eye Care; a chocolate couples massage from Quy's Salon and Spa and many, many more items.  We have gift certificates, gift baskets and gift cards galore.  It's going to be a fun evening.  So come on out  on Thursday evening, February 11th to enjoy the fun!

 Exhibitors and visitors alike enjoyed a great time at the Maumelle Chamber’s Monster Business Bash on Thursday, October 8th. Dozens of door prizes were given away by generous business members, and attendees had their choice of great food provided by area restaurants; Kierre’s Kountry Kitchen, American Pie Pizza, The Pasta House and Cheers.  Many thanks to Terry Gee Mobile Disc Jockey for manning the microphone ALL day and for doing a great job!  Thanks, too,  to the wonderful staff of the Community Center whose help was invaluable.  And a huge “thank you” to all in the community and surrounding communities who came out in droves.  The Expo would be far less fun without you. See you all in 2010!

On Thursday, August 27th, Randy Zook, President & CEO of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce, spoke to members who attended our monthly Business Brief Luncheon regarding the economic climate of doing business in Central Arkansas.  Our luncheons are held on the last Thursday of each month at the Maumelle Country Club.  Plan to attend and enjoy speakers on different business topics.

  Thank you to the great folks at Pulaski County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) who hosted a ribbon cutting for the CASA Closet.  Housed on W. Roosevelt in little Rock, these wonderful folks provide services to children who are in the foster system in Pulaski and Perry Counties - including giving these kids a chance to start school with plenty of school supplies, school uniforms and new clothing.  Boxes were placed out in the community at sponsoring business locations which became collection sites for school supplies, backpacks and snacks. Closet is just one of the many programs that encourage creation of a safe and nurturing environment for these children.  CASA is a non-profit organization that trains people from the community to be volunteer advocates for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect.  If you would like more information about these programs, please vist their website at www.pulaskicountycasa.org.

       On June 4th, we officially cut the ribbon on our new office space at 115 Audubon Drive, Ste. 14. We are conveniently and visibly located in the Towne Centre Plaza anchored by Walmart Neighborhood Market & Beef O’Bradys Restaurant. The visibility has helped tremendously in the distribution of member materials, our annual street map, business directory, & relocation packages. Stop by to see us, get updated information or to join the chamber so that we can promote your business. Thank you to all who generously donated refreshments, time and talent for this event. Pictured L-R are Maumelle Mayor, Mike Watson; Miss Maumelle, Alex Raley; President Elect, Beth Lindsey, Centennial Bank; MACC Marketing Coordinator, Louise West; MACC Executive Director. Pam Rantisi; and State Representative, Ed Garner.

ALL EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVP's are needed for most events by deadline with no exceptions. Major credit cards are accepted. Chamber sponsored events are indicated by this logo

Clubs, organizations & non-profits are welcome to list their monthly meetings on this calendar. AARP meetings are held monthly at the Maumelle Senior Wellness Center. Attendance is FREE. All over 50 welcome to attend. Contact Beverly Alberson, President, Maumelle AARP Chapter #5359. 501-851-2085

FEBRUARY

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 3, 2010 - Ambassadors' Meeting, 12:00 PM, Chamber Office, 115 Audubon Dr., Ste. 14.

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 3, 2010 - Economic Development Committee Meeting, 1:15 PM, Chamber Office.

WEDNESDAY, Feb., 10, 2010 - Board of Directors' Meeting, 12:00 PM, Chamber Office.

THURSDAY, Feb. 11, 2010 - "Chocolate Fling" Bingo/Silent Auction "Fun" Raiser, 6:00 PM, $15.00 per person, Maumelle Country Club.

FRIDAY, Feb. 19, 2010 - Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for A1 Graniteman, 12:00 - 2:00 PM, 7657 Counts Massie Rd. Please come for a great lunch of fajitas, hamburgers, hot dogs and all the fixin's.  There will also be several drawings for 2 tables, 2 vanity remnants and a grand prize drawing for 60 square feet of granite kitchen counter tops!  We hope you'll come and enjoy this great event!

 FRIDAY, Feb. 19, 2010 - Basketball Game, Maumelle Police Department vs. the Harlem Court Jesters, 7:00 PM, Maumelle Middle School, Sponsored by the Maumelle FOP.

THURSDAY, Feb 25, 2010 - Business Brief Luncheon, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Maumelle Country Club, 100 Club Manor Dr.,  $15.00

THURSDAY, Apr. 1, 2010 - Annual Banquet and Membership Meeting, 6:00 PM, Maumelle Country Club, Keynote Speaker is Fox 16 news anchor, Donna Terrell.

THURSDAY,  Apr. 29, 2010 - Golf Tournament - Maumelle Country Club