Events for September 2016
Columbia County Chamber of Commerce
Sep 2    DACC
DACC    
Date: September 2, 2016
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Chairman's Room B
Date/Time Details: 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Sep 5    Chamber Closed - Labor Day Holiday
Date: September 5, 2016
Sep 6    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 6, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 7    Membership 101

If  you are a new Chamber member or just want a refresher course, plan to attend the Membership 101 Class. 
Date: September 7, 2016
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location:
Columbia County Chamber Office
1000 Business Blvd.
Evans
 
Contact: Becky Deardon: (706) 651-0018
EMail: becky@columbiacountychamber.com
Sep 8    Youth Leadership
Date: September 8, 2016
Sep 8    Government Affairs Meeting
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Date: September 8, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location:
Chairman's Room A & B
Contact: Tammy Shepherd (706) 651-0018
EMail: tammy@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details:
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Sep 8    Nominating Committee
Nominating committee - 3:30 
Chair Elect Shawn Vincent 
 
Date: September 8, 2016
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Sep 8    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 8, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 9    DACC Committee Meeting
DACC Committee Meeting
Date: September 9, 2016
Time: 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Chairman's Room B
Date/Time Details: 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Sep 9    CVB
CVB
Date: September 9, 2016
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Chairman's Room A
Date/Time Details: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sep 10    Roll for Damage Grand Opening
Columbia County's newest and hottest game store is throwing its doors wide open!  Come early and stay late for special opening day deals, deep discounts, and exclusive game merchandise!  No matter what you play - trading card games (like Magic: the Gathering, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh!), role-playing games (like Dungeons & Dragons or Pathfinder), miniature warfare games (such as Warhammer, Hordes, or Warhmachine), or good old fashioned board games - we've got a game for you!
Date: September 10, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.rollfordamageshop.com
Location: 110-D Harlem Grovetown Road, Grovetown, GA 30813
In the shopping plaza at the corner of Wrightsboro and Harlem Grovetown Roads, next to the AM/PM gas station
Contact: John Lente, 706-220-8369
EMail: john@rollfordamageshop.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, September 10th from 10am to 10pm
Fees/Admission: Free to all!
Sep 11    Grandparents Day Celebration
Celebrate Grandma & Grandpa with an old fashioned Sunday dinner - roasted turkey, cornbread dressing and all the fixings! Chef Richard has some great desserts he will be sharing too!  
Date: September 11, 2016
Time: 12:30 PM - 12:30 PM
Website: http://www.washingtoncommons.net
Location: Washington Commons
100 Washington Commons Drive
Evans, GA  30809
Contact: 706-550-6738
Date/Time Details: September 11, 2016
12:30 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Adults $8, 
Children 6-12 yrs $5 and 5 yrs and under free.
Sep 12    DACC
DACC
Date: September 12, 2016
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Chairman Room B
Date/Time Details: 7:30 a.m.  - 9:00 a.m.
Sep 12    Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
Date: September 12, 2016
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Sep 13    Leadership Columbia County Day
Date: September 13, 2016
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Meeting at library
Sep 13    Chamber Before Hours


Presentation by Manpower: April Mitchell, Marketing Manager, will speak on "Teachable Fit - How to close the gap between employer needs and the ability of a candidate."


 
Presenting Sponsor:


 
Breakfast Sponsor:


 
Date: September 13, 2016
Time: 7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location: Chamber of Commerce office - Chairman's Room A & B
Contact: Cassidy Harris (706) 651-0018
EMail: cassidy@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details: Breakfast & Networking:  7:45 a.m. - 8:15 
Program:  8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free for Members / $20 First Time Visitors
Sep 13    Just Serve Volunteer Seminar
Would you like to learn about volunteer possibilities in the local area? Have you wondered how you can share your talents and skills in a purposeful way? Join us as Just Serve shares volunteer opportunities and how easy it is to find them. Bring your questions and get the answers!
Please RSVP 706-860-0402 and plan to stay for lunch!
Date: September 13, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Washington Commons
100 Washington Commons Drive
Evans, GA  30809
Contact: RSVP 706-860-0402
Date/Time Details: September 13, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Sep 13    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 13, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 13    Free Estate Planning and Elder Care Planning Seminar
Burroughs Elijah Attorneys cordially invite Augusta residents to a free Estate Planning and Elder Care Planning Seminar. At this seminar we will be discussing the following topics: Wills and Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate Avoidance, Power of Attorney and Health Care Power of Attorney and Medicaid/VA Planning. This seminar will be held at our Augusta office which is located at 924 Stevens Creek Road, Suite 107, Augusta, GA 30907. Seating is limited so please RSVP to 706-364-3764. We look forward to seeing you there.
Date: September 13, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.burroughselijah.com
Location: Burroughs Elijah Law Firm 924 Stevens Creek Road, Suite 107 Augusta, GA 30907
Contact: Casey Mathis cmathis@burroughselijah.com 924 Stevens Creek Road, Suite 107 Augusta, Georgia 30907
EMail: cmathis@burroughselijah.com
Date/Time Details: 09/13/2016 at 6:00 PM
Fees/Admission: FREE
Sep 14    Ambassador Committee Meeting
Monthly Ambassador Meeting
Date: September 14, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location:

Chairman's Room A

Contact: Pam Newman (706) 651-0018
EMail: membership@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 
Sep 14    Workforce & Education Committee
Workforce & Education Committee
Date: September 14, 2016
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location: Chairman's Room A
Contact: Heath Taylor (706) 561-0018
EMail: heath@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sep 15    Board of Directors Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting
Date: September 15, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location:
Chairman's Room A & B
Date/Time Details:
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Sep 15    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 15, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 16    Ribbon Cut - Roll for Damage
~ Ribbon Cut ~
Roll for Damage
Date: September 16, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location: 110-D Harlem Grovetown Road, in Grovetown.

Located in plaza with AM/PM Gas Station
Contact: Becky Dearden (706) 651-0018
EMail: becky@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details: September 16, 2016
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: There is no fee to attend this event.
Sep 19    Alzheimer's Association Round to Remember Golf Tournament
The Alzheimer's Association will hold the inaugural Round to Remember Golf Tournament benefiting the Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter, Augusta Region. You can build your own team (foursome). The cost is $300 per team and $100 per player to be placed in foursome. All players will receive lunch and two drink tickets. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For sponsorship opportunities or to register contact: Marcus Covar at mcovar@atlasseniorliving.com 706.726.9336, or John Forde at john.forde@gentiva.com 706.373.377, or Casey Corley at ccorley@alz.org at 706.836.3461.
Date: September 19, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.alz.org/georgia/
Location: Jones Creek Golf Club 
777 Jones Landing Ct. 
Evans, GA 
Date/Time Details: Monday September 19th, 2016.
Sep 20    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 20, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 21    Diabetes Self Management
Our own Jackie Dennis will be speaking on Diabetes Self-Management to help you have success in your day to day life with the ultimate goal of living a healthy life every day! Jackie Dennis is a Fitness Professional with over 25 years’ experience in the areas of fitness and nutrition, including a background in athletic sports. Jackie also coordinates and facilitates the Silver Sneakers and Live Strong programs at the local YMCA. Jackie seeks to make an impact in the lives of people by helping them achieve their optimum potential mentally, physically, and spiritually. Jackie teaches our “Golden Fitness” class Monday/Wednesday/Fridays at 9:30am – remember you don’t have to live here to
attend any of our classes or activities!
Please RSVP 706-860-0402 and let us know you can make it to this very informative seminar on Diabetes!
Date: September 21, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Washington Commons
100 Washington Commons Drive
Evans, GA  30809
Contact: RSVP 706-860-0402
Date/Time Details: September 21, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Sep 21    CVB Meeting
CVB Meeting
Date: September 21, 2016
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Chairman's Room B
Date/Time Details: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sep 22    Goodwill Job Fair
Find your next job at the Goodwill Job Fair September 22, 2016 from 1-4pm Snelling Center, 3165 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30907 Meet with two-dozen representatives from area companies. For tips on being prepared call The Job Connection Staff at 706-447-5195.
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://www.goodwillworks.org/jobfair
Location: Snelling Center
Contact: Kristin Arrowood
EMail: karrowood@goodwillworks.org
Date/Time Details: September 22, 2016 from 1-4pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 22    Small Business Champion Announcement
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sep 22    Columbia County Cares 19th Annual Family Spaghetti Supper
Join us Thursday, September 22nd for the Columbia County Cares 19th Annual Family Spaghetti Dine-in & Carry Out!  Hosted by Columbia County Cares Volunteers.  Celebrating 20 years of service to the community.
 
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountycares.org
Location: St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church
4921 Columbia Road, in Grovetown
Contact: 706.541-2834
EMail: cccares@columbiacountyga.gov
Date/Time Details: Thursday, September 22, 2016
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $8.00 - Ticket
$25.00 for 4 Tickets
Includes salad, drink and dessert.
Sep 22    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 22    State of the Community Address
 
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location: Columbia County Exhibition Center
212 Partnership Dr, Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: Rachel Ellefson (706) 651-0018
EMail: rachel@columbiacountychamber.com
Date/Time Details: September 22, 2016
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m:
Fees/Admission:

$30 Member / $35 Non-Member
Expo Booths - $300 each 
Corporate Tables of 8 - $300

 


 

Sep 22    An Inspirational Evening with Caroline Gaynor - Ironman Triathlete
Come hear the moving and inspiring story of Caroline Gaynor, Ironman triathlete
and racing guide for visually impaired athletes. Learn how she supports individuals as they overcome obstacles to reach their goals - on and off the course.
Date: September 22, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=u9fvrbyab&oeidk=a07ecyyxubyfc2bc47f
Location: The Salvation Army Kroc Center 1833 Broad Street Augusta, GA 30904
Contact: Richard Young Associates Sarah Jane 706-739-0725
EMail: rya@ryaltd.com
Date/Time Details: September 22nd, 2016 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: 0.00
Sep 23    Govt Affairs Sub committee
Gov't Affairs Committee
Date: September 23, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Chairman A
Sep 23    Chamber Foundation Executive Meeting and Board Meeting
Chamber Foundation Executive Meeting and Board Meeting
Date: September 23, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Location: Chairman's Room A
Contact: (706) 651-0018
Date/Time Details: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sep 23    Walgreens Flu Clinic
The flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu and its complications. Though there is still a small chance you can catch the flu even if you get vaccinated, getting the flu shot will greatly reduce your risk. It is especially important that seniors, infants and others with weakened immune systems get vaccinated.

Walgreens will be at Washington Commons on Friday, September 23rd at 2pm, please RSVP to reserve your spot to get your flu shot!
Date: September 23, 2016
Time: 2:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Washington Commons
100 Washington Commons Drive
Evans, GA  30809
Contact: RSVP 706-860-0402
Date/Time Details: September 23, 2016
2:00 p.m.
Sep 24 - Sep 25    Cabela's Ladies Day Out
Cabela's encourages Ladies and their families to get outdoors with our bi-annual Ladies Day Out event at our Augusta location. Ladies Day Out will offer giveaways, discounts, guest appearances, sales on outdoor equipment in a variety of categories, educational seminars and demonstrations on a wide range of products and outdoor activities. Featured seminars and demonstrations will include focuses on Hunting, Fishing, Camping, and Shooting. All seminar and demonstration attendees receive a "VIP Badge" to present at checkout for employee pricing on in-store purchases made during the event. Each day will also feature drawings for customers to win one or two $50 Cabela's gift cards to be given away that day and other prizes. Customers can enter into the daily drawings by attending a seminar each day, or filling out and submitting an entry postcard. Some restrictions apply. You may pre-register by sending an email to Courtney.davis@cabelas.com or leaving a message at 762-444-6484. More information about the sales and activities can be found online at www.cabelas.com/augusta as it becomes available.
Date: September 24, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.cabelas.com/augusta
Location: Cabela's Outfiters of Augusta
Contact: Courtney Davis
EMail: Courtney.davis@cabelas.com
Date/Time Details: September 24th and 25th
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 24    2nd Birthday Bash
We are celebrating our 2 years in Augusta with a day long party for everyone. There will be cake, balloons, a bounce house, face painting, kids' crafts, local supplier showcase, karaoke.....and the list goes on.
Date: September 24, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/augusta
Location: Whole Foods Market
2907 Washington Rd.
Augusta,GA 30909
Contact: bambi.davis@wholefoods.com
EMail: barbie.burnette@wholefoods.com
Date/Time Details: 9/24/2014   Noon-8pm
Fees/Admission: free
Sep 24    Memory Cafe
Those with memory loss and their caregivers can gather for an hour of engaging conversation, crafts, activities, music and shared experiences in a relaxed environment. You'll meet other traveling the same journey as you and your loved one. This support group is free and open to the public.
Date: September 24, 2016
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.jeaseniorliving.com/evans.html
Location: Marshall Family YMCA (1202 Town Park Lane, Evans, GA 30809)
Contact: Kathie Crumbley 803-270-1416
EMail: kathie.crumbley@jeaseniorliving.com
Date/Time Details: 10-24-15/2pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
Sep 27    Active Aging Celebration
Who said getting older means you stop doing what you love? Not Washington Commons! Join us and hear about ways to stay active no matter how old you are, what your
mobility level is or what your resources are! Chef Richard will also be hosting a smoothie bar - yummy!

Please RSVP for this seminar and plan to stay for lunch too! 706-860-0402
Date: September 27, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Washington Commons
100 Washington Commons Drive
Evans, GA  30809
Contact: RSVP 706-860-0402
Date/Time Details: September 27, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Sep 27    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 27, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 28    DACC-Board Meeting
Date: September 28, 2016
Time: 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Chairman's Room A & B
DACC Office
Center for Trade & Tourism
1000 Business Boulevard
Evans, GA 30809
Contact: Robbie Bennet
Sep 28    Golf Committee
Golf Committee
Date: September 28, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Chairman Room A
Date/Time Details: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sep 28    CVB - BOD Meeting
CVB - BOD Meeting
Date: September 28, 2016
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Chairman Room A
Date/Time Details: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sep 29    Youth Leadership Committee
Date: September 29, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Chairman A
Sep 29    Past Chair & Chairman's Circle Appreciation Luncheon
Chairman's Circle Appreciation Luncheon  
Date: September 29, 2016
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Website: http://www.columbiacountychamber.com
Contact: Cassidy Harris (706) 651-0018
EMail: cassidy@columbiacountychamber.com
Fees/Admission:

There is no fee to attend this event.

Sep 29    Active Climbing Youth Team
Come join the youth climbing team at Active Augusta!! Ages 6-18 yr can join our coaches and kids their age as we learn about all that the world of rock climbing has to offer. Introducing your kids to climbing at an early age can lead to a lifetime of good health, adventure, and personal exploration. No experience needed.

Call (706) 922-1054 or email (augusta@activeclimbing.com) for more details.
Date: September 29, 2016
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 643 South Old Belair Road
Grovetown, GA 30813
Contact: (706) 922-1054
EMail: augusta@activeclimbing.com
Date/Time Details: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sep 30    LCC Steering Committee
Date: September 30, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Chairman A
Sep 30    SOA Presents: Opening Night Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto
Symphony Orchestra Augusta (SOA) Presents:
Opening Night!

Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto

Alexander Schimpf, piano

Beethoven Leonore Overture No. 3
Tahaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1
Dvorak Symphony No. 8


 
Date: September 30, 2016
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.soaugusta.org
Location: First Baptist of Augusta
Contact: 706.826.4705
Date/Time Details: Friday, September 30, 2016
Fees/Admission: Tickets start at $15