AUGUST 2012









Chamber Calendar

Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening for Mrs. B's Southern Kitchen
08/01/2012
There will be a ribbon cutting with West Columbia Mayor Joe Owens at 10:30am. Restaurant will open at 11:00am with special price ($7.95)for the buffet that day

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY @ The Garden Deli
08/04/2012
Come Celebrate our Anniversary. SPECIALS: 5pm-8pm $1.50 Miller Lite, Coors Light, and PBR Pounders 5pm-10pm $15.99 All you can eat WINGS!! 10pm-2am 25% off BEER and WINE Live music by Aaron Palmer and Brian FREE ADMISSION

Training Sessions for Chamber Website
08/08/2012
We are offering a training class so members can optimize their chamber membership with the new website.

Business After Hours: Beds & Such
08/14/2012
Join us in the beautiful showroom of new Chamber Member, Beds & Such. We will be having a ribbon cutting to commemorate their expanded showroom and 1 year anniversary. Famously Frozen will be there so stop by and cool off.

Lunch & Learn: Substance Abuse in Schools/Workplace
08/15/2012
Bring your own lunch and come with questions. Speaker is Cecily Watkins is a prevention specialist with LRADAC, the Midlands' drug and alcohol treatment agency.

Ribbon Cutting / Fundraiser
08/16/2012
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Triangle City Fountain in West Columbia. Fundraiser planned for West Columbia Beautification Foundation

Board of Directors Meeting
08/21/2012
Monthly meeting of the West Metro Chamber Board of Directors

Chamber Breakfast Meeting
08/28/2012
Sponsored by DOUBLETREE BY HILTON Registration and networking will be from 7:30 to 8 AM and the program will run from 8 to 9 AM. Cost is FREE for Chamber members and $10.00 for non-members.

Member Event

Open Mic Comedy Night

08/02/2012
A hilarious evening of comedians, both professional and rookies, testing their skills. The stage is open to anyone that wants to get up there and see how funny they really are. Featuring local comedians from the Midlands. $3 Pita pizzas and $3 Pints 9pm-Until FREE ADMISSION

Brew at the Zoo
08/03/2012
Make plans now to join us for the coolest suds sippin' safari in Columbia! Brew at the Zoo provides the perfect remedy to a muggy day in the Midlands—samples of cold, frothy beer. From domestics to imports to specialty micros, guests can choose their brew and meander through the Zoo or hang out in the plaza and listen to live music. Rain or shine.

Friday Night Open Stage & Jam Session
08/03/2012
Bring your instrument and jam with your neighbors! Come listen to some good music in a family friendly atmosphere. Join us every Friday!

Soda City ROCKS!!!!!!!!
08/03/2012
ART OPENING!!!!! Art show featuring local rock photojournalist Sean Rayford. His photos have been featured in The Free Times, The State Newspaper, Columbia City Paper, and USA Today. Wine tasting and appetizers provided. 7pm-Until FREE ADMISSION

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY @ The Garden Deli
08/04/2012
Come Celebrate our Anniversary. SPECIALS: 5pm-8pm $1.50 Miller Lite, Coors Light, and PBR Pounders 5pm-10pm $15.99 All you can eat WINGS!! 10pm-2am 25% off BEER and WINE Live music by Aaron Palmer and Brian FREE ADMISSION

Free Dinner with Opthalmologist Dr. Matthew Clary
08/07/2012
Dr. Matthew Clary is an opthamologist who specializes in cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange, glaucoma, and routine eye exams. He will be providing information on cataracts and various eye diseases as well as explaining methods to avoid and also cure them.

Friday Night Open Stage & Jam Session

08/10/2012
Bring your instrument and jam with your neighbors! Come listen to some good music in a family friendly atmosphere. Join us every Friday!

South Congaree Car Show and Festival

08/18/2012
South Congaree Car Show & Festival Saturday August 18th 395 Oak Street, South Congaree SC 29172

Friday Night Open Stage & Jam Session
08/24/2012
Bring your instrument and jam with your neighbors! Come listen to some good music in a family friendly atmosphere. Join us every Friday!

Bernina Sewing Celebration
08/25/2012
Celebrate sewing as it opens up a world of creative possibilities and custom opportunities. Whether you like sewing clothes, quilts, gifts or home decor, see how the latest accessories, techniques, gizmos and gadgets will turn your sewing vision into a beautiful reality. Limited seating. Call the store for details at 803-936-1251.

Brewskis, Bourbon & Butts on Butler
08/25/2012
Brewskis, Bourbon & Butts on Butler is a beer, BBQ, and bourbon tasting festival set to be held in downtown Lexington. There will be two music stages featuring popular local and regional acts of country and rock backgrounds.

West Metro News - AUGUST 2012

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