Events for August 2014

The 2014 KIX103 Wildcat Scramble is a golf tournament sponsored by KIX103 for the El Dorado Wildcat football team. It is a four-man scramble with prizes paid to 1st-, 2nd- and 3rd-place teams. This tournament is a fun way to help raise money for the Wildcats. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., and tee time is at 1:00 p.m. Every player will receive a tee gift. The cost of a team is $500. The tournament is limited to 20 teams. Sponsorship's are available. For more information contact KIX103 at (870) -863-6126 or email Jay Helm at jay_helm@noalmark.com.

The second annual Back 2 School Bash is an effort by United Way of Union County, the Boys & Girls Club, South Arkansas Regional Health Center and the Back 2 School Blast Committee. Free backpacks will be handed out at the event, which will also include a resource fair, games and food.

This project seeks to raise student's, parent's, and educator's awareness of manufacturing-related careers for their knowledge and skill requirements, workplaces, and possible educational and career pathways.  Also, increase student's interest in manufacturing-related careers, improve student's confidence in their ability to succeed in manufacturing-careers, and help to develop and utilize student's acquisition skills.

A special lecture by Dr. Bill Robison, professor of history and department chair at southeastern Louisiana University, will mark 100 years since the start of the Great War. An expert on British History, Dr. Robison is the author of Tudors on Film & Television. He is also the editor of Historical Dictionary of Stuart England (1995), and Historical Dictionary of Late Medieval England,1272-1485 (1998).

There will be over 30 venders giving out information and performing health screenings for early detection of many different health issues. The fair will take place on August 7th from 9am to 1pm at Champagnolle Landing and is free to the public for ages 50 and over.

Content Presented by Freda Lassiter ?How Money Works? Sponsored by Office Equipment of South Arkansas

This seminar prepares participants for the intensive business planning process, identifies major steps crucial to starting a business, discusses key issues that affect your business success, start-up requirements and common pitfalls you will face as an entrepreneur. (Veterans & AARP Members attend FREE!)

The Loaned Executive Program is a collaborative effort between United Way and local businesses or organizations. The sponsoring firms select an individual who demonstrates leadership qualities to work in various divisions during the fund raising campaign. Loaned Executives participate in a training program to develop a better understanding of community needs and the United Way of Union County.
 
During the campaign, the Loaned Executive’s time is spent in the community calling on area businesses, planning and implementing workplace campaigns in response to our donor’s requirements and interpreting the United Way program.
 
If you have questions about the Loaned Executive Program, please contact Alexis Alexander at (870) 862-4903 or alexis@uwucar.org.
 

Join Petsense in celebrating the grand opening of their new business at 2600 North West Avenue on Saturday, August 16. The event will kick off at 8:30 a.m. with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the El  Dorado Chamber of Commerce. There will also sales during the day from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The hours of operation are Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and
Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to  6:00 p.m.
 

 

Business After Hours in August will be hosted by South Arkansas Center on Aging, 106 W. Main, Ste. 310 on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Catered by fayrays, door prizes and a virtual dementia experience.

This is an opportunity to network with other area professionals learn more about a Chamber member.
RSVPs are not required.

Business After Hours is held every month on the third Tuesday of the month.

LifeShare Blood Centers and El Dorado Chemical will host MASH BASH 2014 at Medical Center of South Arkansas. Each person giving the gift of life we receive a limited-edition "Get in the Game" t-shirt and be registered to win a $100 VISA gift card.

Nobody knows how costly fighting cancer can be until you have experienced it. It's not the medical bills that are so hard to pay, but being off work, travel to hospitals and doctors, lodging and meals. The goal of the Swinging for Dub Golf Tournament is to provide a fun filled golf event while raising money for Deputy Dub Ingram and his family. Proceeds will be given to Dub Ingram to offset his rising medical bills and expenses Swinging for Dub Golf Tournament August 23rd 2014 8:30 & 2:00 shotgun 2 Person Scramble Limited to first 80 teams

The American Business Association named Main Street El Dorado's Showdown at Sunset one of the Top-100 Events in North America. The last Saturday night in June, July and August, local actors re-enact the historic 1902 gunfight between Marshal Guy Tucker and the Parnell Brothers.

Characters include: City Marshal Guy Tucker, grandfather to former Arkansas Governor Jim Guy Tucker; store owner Tom Parnell; brother Matt Parnell; photographer Bob Mullens; Sheriff Norris and others."This historic portrayal of life in El Dorado in the early 1900s includes live music prior to the re-enactment."

Show dates are Saturday June 28th, July 26th, and August 23rd. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with the re-enactment starting at 6:30 pm.

Showdown at Sunset is open to the public and there is no admission fee.Group seating is also available.

For more information, contact: Mark Givens, Executive Director of Main Street El Dorado at 870-862-4747 or mainstreeteldorado@suddenlinkmail.com.

The August South Arkansas Networking Luncheon  sponsored by Capstone Pioneer Settlement Services is on Tuesday, August 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the El Dorado Golf & Country Club.

This is an opportunity to meet other area professionals. Each attendee has the opportunity to introduce themselves to others as well as tell a little about what they do and who they work for in a fun, friendly environment.

Reservations required by Monday, August 25, by 5:00 p.m. to chamber@goeldorado.com or (870) 863-6113.

19th Annual SIGHT Celebrity Bowl-a-thon Fundraiser Annual event to raise monies to fund projects. Our main goal is to assist local visually impaired individuals with aids to assist in their daily lives, qualifying SAU students to obtain eyeglasses, scholarships for Union County students, Regional Special Olympics, Salvation Army, CASA, Hope Landing and other deserving recipients. Funds are raised by donations from businesses,corporations, City/County government and individuals.

No matter how large or small, all businesses must have a business plan! A business plan will help you define your concept, evaluate your competition, determine risks, and estimate your costs. This seminar will explain and illustrate the business plan format.

Join Clutter by Design in celebrating the grand opening of their business at 203 East Main on Thursday, August 28 beginning at 10:00 a.m.  with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Register to win a $50 gift certificate. Refreshments will be serve.

 

Join Medical Center of South Arkansas in celebration of the newly renovated  Emergency Department at  700 West Grove, First Floor  Conference Room #3 on Thursday, August 28, at 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a ribbon cutting, reception and virtual tour. Opening remarks at 1:15 p.m.  Healthy hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. 


 

Come Play Bunko and help fundraise with SAAP. Whether your a Newbe or an old Pro!! Food, Fun, and Cash Prizes!

Over 50,000 gently used and upscale children and teen items (newborn through teen sizes), plus baby equipment gear, furniture and more. One week only!

Mr. Mike Productions presents the Southern Soul Showdown. Musical guests include Avail Hollywood, Vick Allen, Jeff Floyd. Guest Appearances from Columbus Toy, Willie P and Nicky Parrish. Tickets available at: Mr. Mike's Music & Art, Special Touch (Camden), Magnolia Custom (Magnolia), Martha's Boutique (Ruston), JB's (Crossett), Record Rack (Pine Bluff), C&F Liquor (Bearden), Golden Lady (Texarkana), S&S Photo (Monroe) and Ugly Mike's (Little Rock).