Tuesday, September 6th, 2016
With Labor Day comes the end of Summer, and the beginning of a busy Fall and we want you to stay informed as we gear up for a busy season!

Here's what's going on This Week in North Baldwin:
Free Taxpayer Workshop

What: Sales Tax, Sellers Use Tax, Consumer Use Tax, Rental Tax, Video/Rental Tax and Business License Issues

When:
 Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Where: 
Central Annex Auditorium
22251 Palmer Street
Robertsdale, AL 36567



A "Taxpayer Workshop" will be held for business owners who are either starting a new business or may have an existing business. There will be a question and answer forum at the end of each presentation. Some of the items to be discussed are:

 Explain who is subject to Alabama/Baldwin County Business Licenses.

 Explain when a business license is due.

 The various tax types and how they are applied depending upon the nature of the business activity.

 Clarify who is subject to register and obtain a tax account with Baldwin County.

 Explain how Sales Tax, Sellers Use Tax, Rental Tax and other taxes collected by Baldwin County may apply to a business.

 Explain what exemptions may or may not be available on various sales transactions.

 Explain when a tax is due.

 Explain what penalties may apply to delinquent tax returns.

An open floor question and discussion session with the taxpayers will conclude the workshop.

Phone: (251) 943-5061, Ext. 2706 or
(251) 943-5061, Ext. 2705 for additional information.

North Baldwin Center for Technology helping support Glen Oaks High School in Baton Rouge, LA

Glen Oaks High School was recently damaged during the flood. The North Baldwin Center for Technology is lending them a hand by raising money for supplies lost.

The NBCT will be selling popcorn between August 30th and September 1st between classes and at break.

If you would like to make a monetary donation to Glen Oaks HS please send to NB Tec, 505 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Bay Minette, AL 36507 

or Contact the school at 
251-937-6751.

The Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

Monday, September 12th

*The Mayor's Prayer Breakfast was moved to the second Monday of September due to the Labor Day Holiday.

 
Time: 7:30 am - 8:30 am
       Light breakfast served at  8:00am
 
Where: North Baldwin Infirmary Fitness Center - north side of the hospital

 
Everyone is invited to come, pray with this dedicated group of Prayer Warriors. We pray for our City, State, elected official and all of our Emergency responders. 



The Creative Kitchen is a licensed and insured Multi-Purpose Art Center specializing in Workshops & Classes (from Pottery to Soy Candle Crafting, Painting & Crafts to Cooking, Music, Dance & Yoga) as well as a place to find one of a kind hand crafted items, art, original music, and delicious food!! 

You can find our Events listing on our FACEBOOK PAGE HERE!

We also host Artistic Evenings or Luncheons for Pa rties, Dinner Dates, Girls Night Out, you name it! These Events are customizable for your group and we are happy to talk with you about what you're interested in having!!

Subscribe to our Events ( on our facebook page) to catch them first thing when they're posted!

There is always something new coming around so keep an eye out!!!

Contact Lacey to learn more! 
(251) 753-9210


We want to see North Baldwin County through YOUR eyes!
Tell us YOUR Story!

You may submit up to 5 photo entries of the North Baldwin Area that include: landscape, people, foliage, events, places, animals, etc.

All photos must be sent electronically ONLY to
along with a 250 word or less description of the photo.

Photos become property of the North Baldwin Chamber to be used in social media, advertising, print, etc.

Contest begins August 1st and all submissions are due September 30th.
Winner will be announced the week of October 17th.

Grand Prize is a $100.00 Walmart Gift Card!


Rules: All photos must be sent electronically ONLY to Kristina@northbaldwinchamber.com and must be high resolution images with minimum 300 DPI; All emails must be sent by the photographer only and include A) Full Name 2) Contact Phone Number & Address; All photos must have location of photo noted and/or person identified for use with their permission & a description of the photo. Disclaimer: All photos become property of the NBCC and the NBCC reserves the right to use or not use in any, but not limited to, the following: adverting campaigns, print, social media and other projects deemed appropriate.
 
Art Contest for the 34th Annual Christmas Fest is now open!


We're on the hunt for the 34th Annual Christmas Fest Artwork and we want to feature your design on billboards, posters and more!!!

Art contest top finishers receive CASH PRIZES and recognition during the festival!

Deadline to submit your entry is SEPTEMBER 19th!


Don't delay, your design could win you some cold, hard cash!

 

 

***Artwork pictured are previous year winners 2013, 2014 and 2015

Have a Wonderful Week Everyone, and as always we hope to see you out and about in North Baldwin!