| Apr 17 - May 1 Oklahoma City Community Foundation Seeks Great Ideas |
As its 50th anniversary approaches, the Oklahoma City Community Foundation is launching a campaign to spark innovative, new ideas to further improve quality of life as it looks ahead to the next half-century.
The Great Idea Challenge is encouraging nonprofits, community organizations and even individuals collaborating with nonprofits to propose programs that will connect resources, plant seeds, leverage assets or launch ventures that are new to Oklahoma City and central Oklahoma. Applicants with the most viable and impactful ideas will receive grants ranging from $150,000 to $200,000.
Grants will be awarded in, but not limited to areas such as the arts, culture, health, wellness, education and social services. In addition, proposed projects should demonstrate collaboration among organizations of varying capacities.
To Apply for The Great Idea Challenge
Step 1: Request an invitation to submit letter of inquiry by May 1, 2018. Email greatidea@occf.org with the following information: 1) brief description of your project, 2) list of partner organizations and 3) target population.
Step 2: Complete the online letter of inquiry by June 8, 2018. After completing step one, you will receive a link and access code to complete the online letter of inquiry. The online form will ask for a project outline, capacity of the partner organizations, details about the target population and project budget.
Step 3: Invited applicants must complete full grant application by Sept. 21, 2018. The most promising applicants and viable projects will be invited to submit a full grant application.
Grants will be awarded for one- and two-year projects and they will be implemented at the beginning of 2019. Review guidelines and eligibility at www.occf.org/greatidea. |
| Date: |
April 17, 2018 |
| Website: |
http://www.occf.org/greatidea |
| EMail: |
greatidea@occf.org |
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| May 1 - May 16 Cleveland County Sheriff's Office Community Advisory Board Applications Available |
Applications are now available for the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office Community Advisory Board (CAB).
The mission of the CAB is to develop and maintain a partnership between the community and the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. The CAB aims to reduce crime and to enhance the quality of life for all citizens through positive and open communication. The CAB was created to facilitate interactions between the Sheriff's Office and a committee of diverse citizens, derived from a cross section of citizens within Cleveland County to address issues and concerns within the Cleveland County Detention Center. The CAB will assist the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office in establishing the highest standards for accountability, with the goal of increasing the public's trust.
Membership is open to all residents in Cleveland County, Oklahoma, pursuant to the following:
* No members of the CAB may currently be a party to, nor be a legal representative in litigation, against the county.
* Each member must attend all training sessions and invest the required time and energy necessary to serve as a volunteer members of the CAB.
* Interested residents are encouraged to be active participants in citizen-based initiatives sponsored by the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. Board members' interaction and input relative to organizational goals, strategies, and resource allocation are considered vital to the participative model embraced by the Sheriff's Office.
* An application process will be used to solicit interested residents to serve as members.
* The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office will have applications available for interested citizens. |
| Date: |
May 1, 2018 |
| Location: |
Applications are available for pickup at the South OKC Chamber's visitors center, open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139 |
| Contact: |
Patty Cox, (405) 701-8840 |
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Applications will be taken through May 16, 2018.
The first meeting will be held on Thursday, May 31, 2018. |
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| May 1 Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Harmony Women's Healthcare |
Let's celebrate a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Harmony Women's Healthcare. Stop by and let's welcome them to the neighborhood!
Ribbon Cutting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Energy FC |
| Date: |
May 1, 2018 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Harmony Women's Healthcare
10400 South Western Avenue, Suite 7, 73139
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| Contact: |
Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436 |
| EMail: |
jamiecrowe@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 1, 2018
8 a.m.
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| May 1 Ambassador Committee Meeting |
Mark your calendar for the Ambassador Committee Meeting.
An Ambassador plays a very important role in the operation of the Chamber. As an Ambassador you are a goodwill representative of the organization that works for business and community interests in South Oklahoma City. An Ambassador attends various Chamber events and serves as the Welcome Wagon for new members.
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| Date: |
May 1, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
On the Border Mexican Grill
544 I-240 Service Road, 73139 |
| Contact: |
Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436 |
| EMail: |
jamiecrowe@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 1, 2018
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
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Benefits of being an Ambassador
Exposure at Chamber events for you and your business
- Ability to meet more people while serving at various Chamber events
- Exclusive invitations to pre-opening parties throughout the year
- Ambassador photo and business announcement featured on the Monday Morning Memo
- Eligibility for Ambassador of the Month and Ambassador of the Year
- Ambassador of the Month is an award given each month to the Ambassador that obtains the most points .
- Ambassador of the Year is a prestigious reward given at the Annual Banquet each year and determined by a group vote.
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| May 1 - May 19 Western Heights Job Fair |
Western Heights Public Schools is a small independent school district located on the southwest side of Oklahoma City and they are hosting two job fairs in May. They will be hiring both Support Positions and Certified Positions.
If you have questions, please call (405) 350 - 3410 or visit their website at www.westernheights.k12.ok.us. |
| Date: |
May 1, 2018 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Location: |
May 1, 2018 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
John Glenn Elementary School
6501 South Land, 73159
May 19 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
9th Grade Center
8201 Southwest 44 Street, 73179 |
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| May 2 INTEGRIS Men's Health Invites You to Men's Health Community Dialogue |
The health and well-being of men requires attention because of recorded differences in life expectancy, health outcomes, and other factors impacting how men grow, live, work, and age.
The Office of Minority Health (OMH) at the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched Men's Health Listening Sessions across the country. The purpose of these discussions is to learn thoughts and perceptions around factors that impact your overall health. These events allow men an opportunity to provide feedback on key areas including: Health & Prevention, Substance Abuse/Mental Health, and Fitness & Nutrition.
This initiative advances the HHS OMH mission and its National Partnership for Action to End Health Disparities (NPA) key priority by:
1. Understanding the story behind the data
2. Learning about community thoughts/perceptions, resources, and desires
3. Building public trust
4. Identifying specific goals and actions for future policy and program development
INVITED PARTICIPANTS:
• Local/regional subject matter experts in the topic areas
• Men’s health advocacy groups
• Community members
• Special guests |
| Date: |
May 2, 2018 |
| Time: |
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.cvent.com/d/lgqnv8 |
| Location: |
INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center Auditorium
3300 Northwest Expressway, 73112 |
| Contact: |
Felix Lorenzo PhD, MPH, CPH, Felix.Lorenzo@hhs.gov, (240) 453-6193
Mary C. Wright, mwright@explorepsa.com, (443) 322-6032 |
| Fees/Admission: |
Register At: http://www.cvent.com/d/lgqnv8
***on-site registration available |
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| May 2 Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting - Orthodontics Exclusively South OKC |
It's time to celebrate with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting. Join us for networking, snacks, cupcakes, and refreshments! Plan to stop by, check out their services, and welcome them to the community.
Ribbon Cutting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Energy FC
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| Date: |
May 2, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM |
| Location: |
Orthodontics Exclusively South OKC
1516 Southwest 119 Street, 73170
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| Contact: |
Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436 |
| EMail: |
jamiecrowe@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 2, 2018
11:45 a.m. |
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| May 3 City Connection with Councilman Todd Stone and Oklahoma City Utilities Director Chris Browning |
Join us for a new and revised coffee and conversation with Ward 4 Councilman Todd Stone and Oklahoma City Utilities Director Chris Browning. This year, in addition to hearing from our council members, we will also be hearing from city officials about different areas of interest. Hope you can join us!
Presenting Sponsor: OG&E Electric Services
Gold Sponsor: Tyler Media
Silver Sponsors: Oklahoma Municipal Contractors Association; Wheeler District; and Williams, Box, Forshee & Bullard, p.c.
Bronze Sponsors: Advantage Bank; OKC Firefighters Local 157; Resthaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens; and Voorhees Voorhees & Byers, Attorneys at Law
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| Date: |
May 3, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Location: |
Host Sponsor:
Frontier State Bank
5100 South I-35, 73129
4th Floor of Loan Center |
| Contact: |
(405) 634-1436 or lizcromwell@southokc.com |
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| May 4 The Mayor and City Council of the City of Oklahoma City Invite You to the Ribbon Cutting for MAPS 3's Pete White Health and Wellness Center |
| Join us for a ribbon cutting for MAPS 3's Pete White Health and Wellness Centers. Building tours will take place between 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. |
| Date: |
May 4, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.okc.gov/government/maps-3/maps-3-health-and-wellness-center-ribbon-cutting |
| Location: |
4021 South Walker Avenue, 73109 |
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| May 4 Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting - Tide Dry Cleaners |
Join us for a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Tide Dry Cleaners. Stop by and welcome them to South Oklahoma City.
Ribbon Cutting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Energy FC
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| Date: |
May 4, 2018 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://TideDryCleaners.com |
| Location: |
Tide Dry Cleaners
2209 Southwest 104 Street, 73159
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| Contact: |
Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436 |
| EMail: |
jamiecrowe@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 4, 2018
1:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Refreshments will be served.
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| May 7 South OKC Chamber Golf Tournament 2018 |
The South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce invites you to play in our annual Golf Tournament on May 7, 2018. Now is the time to sign up your team! The entry fee is $800 and your team receives a tee box sign, mulligans, a special player gift, and a chance to win door prizes. There will also be dinner and presentation of awards following the Tournament. This event is open to members and non-members.
Presenting Sponsor: Walmart I-240 & Santa Fe
Awards Reception Sponsor: Hudiburg Nissan Subaru
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| Date: |
May 7, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.southokc.com |
| Location: |
Hidden Trails Country Club
6501 South Country Club Drive, 73159
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| Contact: |
For more information, please call: 634-1436
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| EMail: |
angelafusselman@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Registration: 10:30 a.m.
Lunch: 11:00 a.m.
Shotgun Start: Noon
Dinner & Awards Reception Following the Tournament |
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| May 9 "Managing Your Time to Reduce Stress" Business Briefing Lunch |
Does it seem like there’s not enough time in the day to get everything done? And is the stress at maximum levels? Attend this fun session and learn some quick and effective methods for managing your time at work and at home. More time makes for a lot less stress!
Presenting Sponsor: Moore Norman Technology Center
Silver Sponsor: First United Bank & Trust |
| Date: |
May 9, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
South OKC Chamber
OG&E Reception Room
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139 |
| Contact: |
(405) 634-1436 or LizCromwell@southokc.com |
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| Fees/Admission: |
Cost: $10 members ($20 non-members)
RSVP required by noon, May 7. Since lunch is provided, a reservation is mandatory to attend. You will be charged the fee if you do not attend or do not cancel your reservation by noon, May 7. |
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| May 10 South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee Invites You to Meet and Greet |
Join us for this come-and-go event to meet and greet with political candidates and network with other members of the community.
The following candidates are planning to attend:
* Kendra Horn, candidate for 5th Congressional District
* Al McAffrey, candidate for Oklahoma County Commissioner - District 1
* Randy McDaniel, District 83 representative & candidate for State Treasurer |
| Date: |
May 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
OG&E Electric Services Reception Hall
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139 |
| EMail: |
mv@lawofficeokc.com |
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| May 14 - May 31 Oklahoma City-County Health Department Asking for Help Naming Mascot |
We have a new mosquito mascot, and we need your help to name it! The competition is open until May 31, and the winner will receive a $100 gift card from Oklahoma's Credit Union.
The announcement will be made Saturday, June 2, during our Northeast Family Wellness Festival. Submit your name for the mascot at the link below. |
| Date: |
May 14, 2018 |
| Website: |
https://www.occhd.org/pressroom/name-our-mascot |
| Contact: |
https://www.occhd.org/pressroom/name-our-mascot |
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| May 14 House of Representative Sine Die Reception |
Join us to hear from the Oklahoma City area Representatives for a come and go recap of this legislative session. There will be time for questions from those that represent us at the Capitol.
Confirmed to attend:
- Majority Floor Leader Jon Echols
- Representative Mickey Dollens
- Representative Chris Kannady
- Representative Leslie Osborn
- Representative Shane Stone
- Representative Kevin West
Presenting Sponsor: AT&T
Silver Sponsor: Variety Care |
| Date: |
May 14, 2018 |
| Time: |
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Location: |
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
OG&E Electric Services Reception Room
701 Southeast 74 Street, 73139 |
| Contact: |
Liz Cromwell at 634-1436 or LizCromwell@southokc.com |
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Come and go from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. with remarks at 4:30 p.m. |
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| May 15 Instant Connections at Earlywine Park YMCA |
This one-hour networking event will allow attendees to share information about their respective businesses. Attendees are allowed 90 seconds at each table to share information and then move to a new audience and repeat the process. Session is free; but a $10 no-show fee applies to any cancelations after May 11, 2018. Instant Connections is limited to the first 36 responders and is a members-only event.
Presenting Sponsor: Christian Brothers Automotive
Host Sponsor: Earlywine Park YMCA |
| Date: |
May 15, 2018 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Location: |
Earlywine Park YMCA
11801 South May Avenue, 73170 |
| Contact: |
(405) 634-1436 or lizcromwell@southokc.com |
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| May 17 Business After Hours at First United Bank & Trust |
It's 5 o'clock at First United Bank & Trust and we're cookin' out and coolin' off with cold beverages. Join us May 17, 5 - 7 p.m., for some summer fun, some incredible giveaways, and be prepared for some Back Yard fun and games!
Presenting Sponsor: Eskridge Honda
Gold Sponsors: The Fox Graphics and Resthaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens
Host Sponsor: First United Bank & Trust |
| Date: |
May 17, 2018 |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
First United Bank & Trust
10731 South Western, 73170 |
| Contact: |
634-1436 or info@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 17, 2018
5 - 7 p.m. |
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| May 22 - Jun 6 We Need Your Swag for our Southern Thunder Car Show |
We need your best company swag! The first 25 registrants for our Southern Thunder Car Show get an awesome swag bag, and your company can be part of this great opportunity!
Grab 25 of your best company items and drop them by our office! |
| Date: |
May 22, 2018 |
| Location: |
Bring your swag by the Chamber office at:
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139
Chamber Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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| Contact: |
(405) 634-1436 |
| EMail: |
angelafusselman@southokc.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Please have your swag turned in to the Chamber office by noon, June 6. |
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| May 23 Hispanic Business Seminar - Management of Human Resources |
Management of Human Resources/Manejo de los Recursos Humanos:
Incentive a sus empleados. Cree metas y delegacion de responsabilidades que puedo preguntar en una entrevista.
Gold Sponsors: Metro Technology Centers and Tyler Media
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| Date: |
May 23, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Services Reception Hall
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139
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| Contact: |
Register - Elena Troya (405) 595-2243 or elena.troya@metrotech.edu |
| EMail: |
elena.troya@metrotech.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
May 23, 2018
6 - 8 p.m. |
| Fees/Admission: |
$10 per person
Class offered in Spanish only |
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| May 24 Membership Luncheon with Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt |
Come join us for the South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Membership Luncheon as we welcome Mayor David Holt to his new position. We will gather to hear his plans for Oklahoma City and how we can support him. Come prepare to be inspired.
Presenting Sponsor: OKC Police Athletic League
Gold Sponsors: INTEGRIS Health, Lynn Institute of Health Research, OKC Firefighters Local 157; and Resthaven Funeral Home & Memory Gardens |
| Date: |
May 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Hidden Trails Country Club
6501 South Country Club Drive, 73159 |
| Contact: |
LizCromwell@southokc.com or 634-1436 |
| Fees/Admission: |
$25 for Pre-Registered Members
$30 for Non-Members or Members at the Door
RSVP required by noon, May 22. Since lunch is provided, all registrants who do not show will be charged $25. |
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| May 24 The City of Oklahoma City Invites You to Groundbreaking for Fire Station 29 |
| The mayor and city council of the City of Oklahoma City invite you to the groundbreaking for Fire Station 29. |
| Date: |
May 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: |
8400 Southeast 164 Street
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| May 28 South OKC Chamber Closed for Memorial Day |
| The South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. |
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| May 30 Celebrate New Athletic Fields at Southeast High School |
| You're invited to attend the opening of the new athletic complex at Southeast High School. There will be fun and games as well as food trucks and field activities. |
| Date: |
May 30, 2018 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: |
Southeast High School
5401 South Shields Boulevard, 73129 |
| EMail: |
mjhall@okcps.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wednesday, May 30 from 2 - 4 p.m. |
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| May 31 South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee Invites You to Meet and Greet |
Join us for this come-and-go event to meet and greet with political candidates and network with other members of the community.
The following candidates are planning to attend:
* Carrie Blumert, Candidate for Oklahoma County Commissioner District 1
* Cathy Costello, Candidate for Labor Commissioner
* David Prater, Oklahoma County District Attorney & Candidate
* Kevin Stitt, Candidate for Governor |
| Date: |
May 31, 2018 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
OG&E Electric Services Reception Hall
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139 |
| EMail: |
mv@lawofficeokc.com |
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