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Business of the Month
The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Elisa Williams owner of Perfect Arrangement Interiors is the February "Business of the Month" Elisa has resided in Friendswood since the early 80's and begin her business in 1990. She has been a Chamber member since 1995. Elise wear's may hats in the community such as serving on many Chamber Gala Committees, Board of Directors, Garden Club and Keep Friendswood Beautiful - the list goes on and on. For more information give Elisa a call at 281-996-7476 for all your Interiors designs.
Also celebrating this special day with Elisa are Ambassador Team Member Robert Rinehart, American National Insurance, Joshua Ryding, AMOCO Federal Credit Union, Ambassador Team Member Fay Picard, Dr. Bonnen State Representative, Ambassador Team Member Buzz Crainer, Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Frank Harper, FJH Custodial Services, Membership Coordinator, President Carol Marcantel and Vice-President Lucy Woltz, Friendswood Chamber of Commerce, Ambassador Team Member Linda Richard, CLTC, Health Insurance Pro Service, Lori Spradlin, Silver Linings Home Care and Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Craig Hall, VARC Solutions.
02/01/17
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Ribbon Cutting
The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce welcomes Tianyu "Mike" and Cynthia Han owners of China Han located at 307 W. Parkwood, FM 528, Friendswood, Texas 77546 (behind the HEB carwash). Give them a call at 281-992-5588 and visit their web site at
www.chinahan.net. The owners
pick ingredients carefully and use only the freshest and natural ones to prepare every dish, and have been trying to cook them in a healthier way to provide the most nutritious food. Much attention has been attached to ensure you a cozy and inviting ambiance where you could enjoy not only the great meal but also the authentic atmosphere. The owner and all staff in China Han will greet you with the warmest welcome, whether you are a habitual patron or come for the first time. They have made painstaking efforts to create the tidiest and cleanest dining place, and guarantee you with friendly and timely service. All of your demands and feelings will be cared in their restaurant. Everyone enjoyed sampling great food and networking during this wonderful event.
Also enjoying this special day with Mike and Cynthia are their supportive family, friends, customers and staff members along with Ambassador Team Member Robert Rinehart, American National Insurance, Past Chairman Cary Haskell, Amsoil, Ambassador Team Member Robin Bresler, BEMER Distributor, Ambassador Team Member Vivian Franco, M.S., Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Gary Green, Ken Clark, Galveston County Commissioner, Kat Kiel, Community Impact Newspaper, Membership Coordinator Diane Hass, President Carol Marcantel and Vice-President Lucy Woltz, Beatriz Ramos and
Marina Sandoval.
Moody National Bank of Friendswood, Chairman Dwight Potter, Potter's Liquor Store, Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Craig Hall, VARC Solutions.
01/26/17
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Ribbon Cutting
The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce welcomes Stacy White, Store Manager for Total Wine & More located at 18740 Gulf Freeway, Friendswood, Texas 77546 in Baybrook Mall. Give Stacy and her staff a call at 281-218-6011 or visit their web site at
www.totalwine&more.com
Enjoying this special day along with Stacy are her supportive store employees and company owners along with Frank Urbanic, AFMC Press, Ambassador Team Member Robert Rinehart, American National Insurance, Past Chairman Cary Haskell, Amsoil, Ambassador Team Member Robin Bresler, BEMER Distributor, Ambassador Team Member Vivian Franco, M.S. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate-Gary Greene, Ambassador Team Member Fay Picard, Dr. Greg Bonnen, State Representative, Ken Clark, Galveston County Commissioner, Membership Coordinator Diane Hass, President Carol Marcantel and Vice-President Lucy Woltz, Friendswood Chamber of Commerce, Mike Marcantel, Marcantel Insurance & Financial Services and Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Craig Hall,VARC Solutions
01/25/17
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Ribbon Cutting
The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce welcomes KD Modi, RPH, M.B.A, Ami P. Modi, RPH, CCGP, Edgewood Pharmacy located at 120 S. Friendswood Drive, FM 518, Friendswood, Texas 77546. Give them a call at 281-993-4779 for all your Pharmacy needs.
Also celebrating this special day with KD and Ami are their supportive family members Pratik and Dipali Shah along with Ambassador Team Member Robert Rinehart, American National Insurance, Ambassador Team Member Sarah Ferguson, Banner Day Designs, Ambassador Team Member Robin Bresler, BEMER Distributor, Ambassador Team Member Karen Capps, City of Friendswood, Kat Kiel, Community Impact Newspaper, Membership Coordinator Diane Hass, President Carol Marcantel and Vice-President Lucy Woltz, Friendswood Chamber of Commerce, Mona Palmer, Friendswood Senior Center, Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Nelson Negron, Morgan Stanley and Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Craig Hall, VARC Solutions.
01/17/17
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Ribbon Cutting
The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce welcomes Henry Han, Kid City Friendswood located at 1601 W. Parkwood Ave., FM 528, Friendswood, Texas 77546. Give Henry and his staff a call at 832-569-4674 for all your child care needs.
www.kidcityfriendswood.com
Enjoying this special day with Henry are his day care workers and students along with Kat Kiel, Community Impact Newspaper, Membership Coordinator, President Carol Marcantel and Vice-President Lucy Woltz, Friendswood Chamber of Commerce, Ambassador Team Member Robert Smithhart, Minuteman Press and Board Member and Ambassador Team Member Craig Hall, VARC Solutions.
01/18/17
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Welcome New Members!
Joined Dates 01/05 - 02/06/17
Texas Best Plumbing
Chris Miller 713-429-5454
1251 Butler A1, League City, TX, 77573
Plumbing
Date Joined: 01/09/2017
Griggs Video Production
Troy Griggs, 713-609-9919
3513 Arezzo Cir., Friendswood, TX, 77546
www.griggsvideo.com
Date Joined: 01/11/2017
Video Production
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
John McClure, 281-886-7040
210 E. Parkwood Ave., Ste. F, Friendswood, Tx, 77546
Restaurants/Food Establishments
Date Joined: 01/17/2017
Houston Community Management
Alan M. Batista, 832-864-1278
17049El Camino Real, Ste, 100, Houston, TX, 77058
Community Management
Date Joined: 01/20/2017
Dave Barron
610 Royal Oaks Dr., Friendswood, Tx, 77546
Associate Members
Date Joined: 01/26/2017
Garage Ultimate of Friendswood
Nick Deutsch, 713-409-6053
4650 FM 2351, Friendswood, TX, 77546
Storage - Climate Controlled
Date Joined: 01/26/2017
World Fitness Private
Jerome Karam, 281-482-7233
133 W. Parkwood Ave., Friendswood, TX, 77546
281-482-7233
Fitness
Date Joined: 01/30/2017
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Thank you for your continued investment!
Renewal Dates 01/05 - 02/06/17
1969 "Truman Taylor Insurance, Inc.
1980 "Friendswood Independent School District"
1980 "Hill Sand Company, Inc."
1980 "Lee's Landscaping Co. LLC"
1980 "Perry & Sons Market & Grille"
1980 "State Farm Insurance-Dick Daugird"
1980 "TNMP"
1990 "Altered Images Color Salon & Day Spa"
1990 "First Baptist Church"
1990 "Mustang Auto Repair, Inc."
1990 "Village on the Park"
1992 "Mac Haik Toyota"
1995 "College of the Mainland"
1996 "Atrium Hospitality LP/John Q. Hammons Hotels"
1996 "Rotary Club of Friendswood"
1996 "United Way Galveston County Mainland"
1997 "Life$tyle Financial Advisors, Inc."
1998 "San Jacinto College South"
2000 "Council of Business Women"
2001 "Advantage BMW - Clear Lake"
2001 "The Reserve at Autumn Creek
2002 "Third Coast Graphics, Inc.
2003 "Cornerstone Maintenance and Landscaping"
2005 "Friendswood Community Prayer Breakfast"
2006 "Christian Brothers Automotive"
2007 "AMOCO Federal Credit Union"
2008 "Anson Jones Masonic Lodge #1416"
2008 "Chili's Webster"
2009 "Floyd's Cajun Seafood and Texas Steakhouse"
2011 "Friendswood Youth Baseball"
2011 "HomeTown Bank of Friendswood"
2012 "Southeast Hypnosis"
2013 "Allstate Agency, Judy Wiggins"
2013 "Jerry Ericsson"
2015 "Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - Gary Greene"
2016 "The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston"
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Monday, February 13, 2017
4:00pm Classic Car & Bike Show Meeting
Held at the Chamber office.
This is a great committee to get involved with and meet new contacts. Event date is Saturday, April 22nd.
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Tuesday, February 14, 2017
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Thursday, February 16, 2017
Woodforest National Bank
150 W. El Dorado (Inside the Walmart at El Dorado and I-45) - Come to the Ribbon Cutting and meet Justin Fuselier.
Discover all of your banking needs they offer. For directions or more information call Woodforest National Bank at 281-648-0548
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Thursday, February 16, 2017
11:5am-1:00pm
Chamber Office, 1100A South Friendswood Dr. - Guest Speaker: Amber Reitz and Vince Shrum, "How to go from an ordinary business to and extraordinary business online."- Bring your business cards and your lunch for a great networking opportunity. No RSVP required. We look forward to seeing you!
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Monday, February 20, 2017
Chamber Closed
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Wednesday, February 22, 2017
5:00pm-7:00pm Open House
5:30 Ribbon Cutting
World Gym Private, 133 West Parkwood, Friendswood - Come by and visit with owner Jerome Karam and see the many amenities provided by this world class gym. For directions or more information call 281-482-7233.
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Thursday, February 23, 2017
7:30am-9:00am
Chamber Office, 1100A S. Friendswood Dr. - Sponsorship Still Available
Breakfast is prepared by Joe's Barbecue Company. This is a great networking opportunity for business men and women. Bring plenty of business cards and a guest. RSVP by Tuesday February 21st at
www.friendswoodchamber.com
or call the Chamber office at 281-482-3329. The cost is $7.00. *Walk-ins and non-cancellations will be charged $10.00.
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Thursday, February 23, 2017
Open House
- Center for Pregnancy, 347-B East Parkwood - Join the Center for Pregnancy at their Annual Open House. Enjoy light refreshments and take a tour of the center. Meet the staff and volunteers as you learn more about how they are impacting the community. For more information or directions call the center at 281-482-5683 or
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Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Galveston County Day at the Capitol
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Thursday, March 2, 2017
9:30am - Ribbon Cutting
RW Holistic Health,
4815 FM 2351, Ste. 104 (in the two story building next to Clear Brook High School tennis courts) - Come by for the Ribbon Cutting and meet owner Ross Weaver. Please arrive 15 minutes early to assure your participation in the group photo. For directions or more information on RW Holistic Health call 832-569-5123.
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Saturday, March 4, 2017
2:00 - 9:00pm
2nd Annual "Texas Music Fest"
(Captains Corner Shopping Center)
Click here for more information
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Saturday, March 4, 2017
2:00pm-8:00pm - Open House
RW Holistic Health,
4815 FM 2351, Ste. 104 (in the two story building next to Clear Brook tennis courts) - If you were unable to make the Thursday Ribbon Cutting, come by today and see the facility and visit with the owner, Ross Weaver. It will be and awesome day of food, fun, games, prizes and more. For directions or more information call 832-569-5123.
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Thursday, March 9, 2017
11:00am-1:00pm (early start time)
Guest Speaker
Mayor Kevin Holland
The cost for lunch is $25.00. *Non RSVP and non-cancellations will be invoiced $30.00. Bring a guest and plenty of business cards. Spotlight tables are available at $50.00 to showcase your business. Please
at 281-482-3329 or register on the website at
www.friendswoodchamber.com.
Held at the Green Event Center
2000 W.Parkwood, FM 528 77546
Sponsors to date
Altered Images Color Salon & Day Spa
AMOCO Federal Credit Union
C.L. Contracting & Design, Inc.
HomeTown Bank of Friendswood
MD Anderson Cancer Center Bay Area
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
TNMP
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Friday, March 10, 2017
12:00 Noon - Scholarship Applications Due
Clear Brook and Friendswood High Schools only.
Your application can be submitted through your high school counselors, mailed or dropped off at the Friendswood Chamber of Commerce office.
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