Hello Chamber Members!
In an effort to make our weekly event blasts shorter, we have altered the layout of our Chamber Chat. We hope the new format is quicker to read and more succinct for your viewing pleasure.
Please let us know what you think by emailing [email protected]
We are here to serve you,
Your Chamber Staff
|
To stay up to date on all upcoming events
|
Did you know?
Within their first year, new members can get $1,100 of free advertising with The Daily Union Newspaper, Eagle Radio, and Viamedia T.V?
|
|
Business After Hours: 43rd Annual YMCA Auction & Benefit Meal
Thursday, November 16th
Join the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce as we co-host Business After Hours with Smithfield Foods!
For more information please visit our website or click on the links below.
|
|
The 22nd Annual Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade: Inside Santa's Workshop
Friday, November 24th, 5:30 p.m.
Join the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce as host our 22nd Annual Christmas Parade! This years theme is "Inside Santa's Workshop". Please download the Float Registration Form, due by Monday, November 20th.
For more information please visit our website or click on the links below.
|
|
Upcoming Community Events
|
|
Dysport, Divas & Drinks: An Evening of Beauty
Thursday, November 16th, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Call Dr. Jack Peterson at 785.234.9000 to book a one on one consultation with their new Dysport expert, Dillion Hazlett, from Galderma. Appointments are limited so call and R.S.V.P TODAY!
|
|
"Snowflakes & Silver Bells Gala" presented by Fort Riley Spouses Club
Thursday, November 16th
Come enjoy, drinks and beautiful auction items to support the Fort Riley Community! Tickets are $25 each or $40 for 2. Tickets will still be available the evening of the event.
|
|
"A Few Good Men" presented by Junction City Little Theater
17, 18 & 19 November
A Few Good Men is a play by Aaron Sorkin. It was first produced on Broadway by David Brown in 1989. It tells the story of military lawyers at a court-martial who uncover a high-level conspiracy in the courts of defending their clients, two United States marines accused of murder. Sorkin later adapted his work into a screenplay in 1992 for director Rob Reiner. The movie starred Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, and Demi Moore. The film was nominated for Best Picture and Best Screenplay.
|
|
Reach Out: International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Saturday, November 18th, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
For many survivors of suicide loss, attending a Survivor Day event is the first time they have learned they are not alone. Whether your loss is recent or less so, please join us on November 18 to support one another as you share your experiences in loss and healing. Survivor Day is a chance to aid your own recovery, reclaim hope, and forge bonds that can last a lifetime.
|
|
Freddy's Fundraiser
Wednesday, November 22nd, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy good food and good company at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers all while supporting the JCHS Junior class and Prom 2018!
Click here for more information |
|
Christmas Market
Friday, November 24th, 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Ring in the holiday season with the Junction City Arts Council in Heritage Park. Hand-made gifts, food, warm drinks & music! Stay for the parade & tree lighting at 5:30 p.m.
Click here for more information
|
|
Santa Paws: Friends of Animals, Inc.
Saturday, November 25, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Have your Christmas Portrait taken with Santa Paws! Portraits of your entire family and your furry friends! $7 per photo. Make Christmas memories while bringing joy to shelter pets...All proceeds benefit homeless, neglected and abused pets.
Click here for more information |
|
34th Annual Tour of Homes
Saturday, December 2nd
Tour of Homes is a wonderful opportunity available for people in the area to tour the historic homes of Fort Riley. The homes are graciously opened by their tenants to the public for viewing while dressed in their holiday best. Tour Check-In is at the Custer House. Advanced Tickets: $10, Day of Event: $12.
|
|
St. Xavier's Day: Freezin' for a Reason
Sunday, December 3rd
Join us in a 2 mile fun run and polar plunge as we gear up for another great St. Xavier's Day celebration! This is a day full of activities for the whole community of Junction City and surrounding areas to come together and celebrate our patron saint, St. Francis Xavier.
|
|
Junction City Home Town Christmas
Friday, December 8th, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join us for Junction City Home Town Christmas! There will be Music and Carolers at the Opera House, JCAC Art Walk, free carriage rides, Santa at The Bartel, treats and more!
|
|
Christmas for Kids: Saint Francis Community Services
This Christmas, most of us will celebrate the birth of Lord with a family dinner, Christmas carols, and presents under the tree. For the children at Saint Francis Community Services, we want to make Christmas special. Help us give children a day to remember by granting their Christmas wishes.
|
The Military Affairs Division of the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce greets, on average, 100 new soldiers each week to Fort Riley. In order to educate newly relocating soldiers on the great business opportunities and services available in Junction City, the Chamber is trying to organize a list of military discounts offered by chamber member businesses for soldiers and their families. If you or your business offers a military discount, or if you know of a business who offers a military discount, please email the Chamber at [email protected]. We will follow-up with all businesses by telephone to confirm the discount before sharing the completed list with soldiers. If you have any questions, please contact the chamber at 785-762-2632 or email
[email protected]
|
|
Available Billboard Advertising
Thomas Outdoor Signs
|
If interested please contact:
Thomas Outdoor Advertising
902 Fair Lane, Manhattan, KS
Call 785.537.2010 or Email here
|
|
|
|
"Like us on Facebook and follow our Twitter!"
|
| Know someone who would benefit from AUSA Membership? |
Small Business Consulting
Available for Chamber Members |
Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development helps support the SBDC in providing assistance free of charge to new and existing businesses. Services for those starting a business include business plan review, research and marketing assistance, licensing information, advice on preparing to meet with a loan officer and bookkeeping strategies. Existing businesses can receive help with finding new marketing opportunities including social media, growth/expansion, local, state and federal tax laws and regulations, trade opportunities, human resources and succession planning. Check out ksbc.ecenterdirect.com or contact Laurie Pieper our Washburn University representative at 785-587-9917 or [email protected]
to get started today! Laurie has office hours every other Tuesday in our office.
|
| Kansas State University launches noncredit Executive Education Programs |
In an effort to create a concentrated, unique learning environment for executives that helps build high-performing and effective organizations, Kansas State University will launch a noncredit Executive Education program in fall 2017.
In a unique collaboration between Kansas State University Global Campus and privately-owned Aspen Business Group, K-State's Executive Education programs are designed for a variety of business leaders, with unique programs for high-level executives, middle managers and emerging leaders. Each of the programs consist of 12 day-long sessions that meet quarterly over a three-year period in Manhattan, Kansas.
The first program to launch, The Executive Coach, will begin on Oct. 19 and is targeting high-level executives who wish to take their organizations - and themselves - to the next level through proven and innovative leadership methods.
"This is a rare opportunity to plan for the future, determine how best to get there, and strategize about what's most pressing in each participant's business right now," said Russell Disberger, owner of Aspen Business Group and facilitator of the program. "It's a chance to gain new insights from other executives in other industries and other parts of the country. Participants will come away with prioritized, concrete action steps, new tools and capabilities and a plan for the next 90 days."
Those accepted to the The Executive Coach are hand selected by the Executive Education staff to ensure a good fit with the program and to ensure a diverse group of executives are selected from a variety of disciplines and industries.
Each workshop features a subject-matter expert from private industry or K-State faculty. The program features round-table discussions with an opportunity to network with your group, but also to work with a dedicated coach who provides one-on-one follow-up accountability sessions between workshops. This allows the skills learned to be integrated directly into the business operations of each participant.
"The program is designed to use lectures, business simulations and small-group discussions to foster collaboration with peers from various functions, industries and backgrounds," Disberger said. "As a result, participants will develop relationships that continue long after the program ends."
|
|
 |
|
