The next meeting of the Northport Advisory Council will be a candidate forum for State Senate District 21 with Sen Phil Poole and Rep Gerald Allen. Event will take place on Aug 9 at Wintzell's Restaurant from 6-7:30pm and will include a great dinner and networking time. Potential questions for candidates to be presented at forum may be directed to donny@tuscaloosachamber.com. Cost is $18 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members. Registration is required. Call 758.7588 or email tracy@tuscaloosachamber.com by Aug 5.
Tax Free Weekend is Aug 6-8
Fri Aug 6 thru Sun Aug 8, Alabama will hold its sales tax holiday again this year. Shoppers may purchase specified school supplies, school clothing, computers, computer accessories free of state and local sales tax. With all major municipalities in Tuscaloosa County participating, you can SHOP SMART & SHOP TUSCALOOSA COUNTY!
Click here for a complete list of items that meet the state’s exempt status. Click here to see the TV spot.
Tailgate with Bryant Bank
Come tailgate with Bryant Bank at the Bryant Museum at our next Chamber Connects mixer on Aug 10 from 5-7pm. This event has become a tradition that we look forward to. Features Robertson’s BBQ and Crimson Tide spirit! We’ll network while gearing up for football season. Plan now to come and bring a friend. All employees of Chamber member businesses are welcome as well as prospective members.
2010 Washington Fly In Set for September
The Chamber’s annual Washington Fly In has been set for Sept 29 & 30. The Fly In, known for its effectiveness and impact, is open to any Chamber member. Once again, the Chamber delegation will be headquartered at the Hotel George, only two blocks from Capitol Hill. Arrangements are currently underway for visits with all members and professional staff of the Alabama Congressional delegation as well as the annual Congressional dinner. Watch for details and reservation info coming soon. Space is limited! Email johnnie@tuscaloosachamber.com to reserve your spot.