Events for December 2018
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Dec 3 - Dec 30    Foundation for South Oklahoma City Asking for Nominations for The Emeritus Club
The Emeritus Club, an endowment to benefit the Foundation for South Oklahoma City, is seeking nominations for its second class.

Qualifying nominees shall be anyone who has served in the capacity of a president, chair or founder of a charitable or nonprofit organization/event that serves South Oklahoma City or an elected/appointed public official who has represented at least a portion of South Oklahoma City. Significant philanthropists who have contributed to programs or projects that benefit South Oklahoma City may also be considered for membership.

The Emeritus Club. “We’re Standing on Their Shoulders.”

Each nomination requires a donation of $100.

Visit http://bit.ly/2hdZ1w5 to download a nomination form.

Contributions may be tax deductible. This endowment is entrusted to and maintained by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. The Foundation for South Oklahoma City reserves the right to refuse any nomination based on the eligibility requirements.
Date: December 3, 2018
Dec 3 - Dec 14    Longevity's Favorites Things - 10 Days of Christmas Specials
Offering 10 different treatments for 10 days at amazing prices. Come by or give us a call to schedule your appointment! Visit our website for more details: longevityok.com
Date: December 3, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://longevityok.com
Location: 3110 Southwest 89 Street, Suite 101, 73159
Contact: (405) 703-4990
EMail: mvolk@okss.com
Dec 4    Holiday Ambassador Lunch & Dirty Santa Gift Exchange
It's the Holidays! Join us for the  2018 Ambassador Lunch/Dirty Santa Gift Exchange. To play "Dirty Santa," please bring a wrapped gift to the meeting. Gift value of $25.00 or more.

Dutch lunch.
Date: December 4, 2018
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Spazio Ristorante
10600 South Pennsylvania Avenue, 73170
Contact: Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436
EMail: jamiecrowe@southokc.com
Date/Time Details: December 4, 2018
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Dutch Lunch
Gift Exchange limit $25.00
Dec 5    Double Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Romriell Investment Company, LLC. & Hurt Enterprises
You are invited to join us for a Double Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Romriell Investment Company, LLC. & Hurt Enterprises. Stop by and give them a warm welcome to the South Oklahoma City community!

Romriell Investment Company, LLC is the areas’ premier real estate solutions company, and since our inception we have been helping homeowners along with improving communities in each and every city we work in. Through our extensive knowledge of the business, network of resources, and years of expertise, we are able to assist homeowners with a wide variety of real estate problems. We pride ourselves on our reputation for working one-on-one with each customer to handle their individual situations.

Hurt Enterprises, is a professional small business accounting firm with payroll and tax services provided.  

Ribbon Cutting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Energy F.C.
 
Date: December 5, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:

Romriell Investment Company, LLC
Hurt Enterprises

1530 Southwest 89 Street, Suite A3, 73159
 

Contact: Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436
EMail: jamiecrowe@southokc.com
Date/Time Details: December 5, 2018
1 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Stop by for the networking opportunity, light freshments, and learn more about the busines services that each company provides.
Dec 5    Save the Date! Gingerbread Village Reveal at Sonesta ES Suites Oklahoma City
Come see the Gingerbread Village!
Date: December 5, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Sonesta ES Suites
4361 West Reno Avenue, 73107
Contact: Jennifer Wehling
EMail: jwehling@sonesta.com
Date/Time Details: December 5, 2018 at 4 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free for the entire family!
Dec 5    Dean's Drive-Thru Pawnshop Turns 50! It's Time to Celebrate!!
Dean's Drive-Thru Pawnshop Turns 50! It's time to celebrate!
Date: December 5, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Dean's Drive-Thru Pawnshop
2617 South Robinson, 73109
Contact: Jamie Crowe
EMail: jamiecrowe@southokc.com
Date/Time Details: December 5, 2018
Open House:  4 to 6 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting Celebration: 5 p.m. 
Dec 5    Hispanic Business Seminar - Management of Human Resources

Management of Human Resources/Manejo de los Recursos Humanos:
Incentive a sus empleados. Cree metas y delegacion de responsabilidades que puedo preguntar en una entrevista.

Gold Sponsors: Metro Technology Centers and Tyler Media

 

Date: December 5, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location:
South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Services Reception Hall
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139
Contact: Register - Elena Troya (405) 595-2243 or elena.troya@metrotech.edu
EMail: elena.troya@metrotech.edu
Date/Time Details: December 5, 2018
6 - 8 p.m.
Fees/Admission: $10 per person
Class offered in Spanish only
Dec 6    City Connection with Councilman David Greenwell and Fire Chief Richard Kelley
Come enjoy a morning of coffee and networking with Ward 5 Councilman David Greenwell and Oklahoma City Fire Chief Richard Kelley. Both of these men are sure to enlighten you to the things happening in Ward 5 as well as update our community about our Fire Service.

Presenting Sponsor: OG&E Electric Services
Gold Sponsor: Tyler Media
Silver Sponsors: OK Municipal Contractors Association; Wheeler District; and Williams, Box, Forshee & Bullard, p.c.
Bronze Sponsors: Moore Norman Technology Center; OKC Firefighters IAFF Local 157; and Voorhees Voorhees & Byers

Host Sponsor:  Frontier State Bank
 
Date: December 6, 2018
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Frontier State Bank
5100 South I-35, 73129
4th Floor of New Loan Center
Contact: Liz Cromwell at (405) 634-1436 or LizCromwell@southokc.com
Dec 6    Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting - Club Pilates Moore
It's a great day to celebrate! Join us for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Club Piltaes Moore. At Club Pilates Moore, we believe an amazing workout doesn't have to be a painful workout. That's why we're helping our community get fit one low-impact workout at a time. Because we want our classes to work for everyone, we offer seven signature formats and four unique levels. Whatever your fitness level or class of choice, you can count on Pilates to create a strong foundation of balance, strength, mobility, and flexibility. And when it comes to our studio in particular, you can count on a community of support to keep you challenged and encouraged on your fitness journey. Plan to stop by and welcome them to the community!
 
Ribbon Cutting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Energy FC
Date: December 6, 2018
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:

Club Pilates Moore
12301 South Western Avenue, Suite B-5, 73170

Contact: Jamie Crowe at (405) 634-1436
EMail: jamiecrowe@southokc.com
Date/Time Details: December 6, 2018
3 p.m.
 
Dec 11    Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas at Oklahoma City Community College
Jim Brickman's distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the best-selling solo pianist of our time.
Date: December 11, 2018
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Website: http://www.occc.edu/pas
Location: Oklahoma City Community College    
Visual and Performing Arts Center Theater
7777 South May Avenue, 73159
Contact: Linda Bosteels
EMail: lbosteels@occc.edu
Date/Time Details: December 11, 2018
7:30 p.m.
 
Fees/Admission: Adults: $45, $35, $26
Youth Under 17: $17.50
tickets.occc.edu
Box Office: (405) 682-7579
 
Dec 12    Dream Team Holiday Party at Cocina de Mino
This is our annual Holiday Party with a free-will gift donation for some of our Chamber member non-profits and token gift exchange (value $12-15) among ourselves.

There will also be our customary round of self-introductions!

As this is a special event, it is open to regular participants in both the Dream Team & Seriously Fun Group plus any other South Oklahoma City Chamber members!
Date: December 12, 2018
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: December 12, 2018

Cocina de Mino Mexican Restaurant (in their separate small meeting room)
6022 South Western Avenue, 73139
Contact: for more information: Co-Chair: Linda Richardson with HMIpromos at eMail: LRichardsonOKC@aol.com OR phone: 405-473-8008 or Co-Chair: Lisa Thomas with Beyond: Lisa.Thomas@GetBeyond.com OR phone: 405-823-8970
EMail: lrichardsonokc@aol.com
Date/Time Details: 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.:  Gathering and Informal Networking
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.:  Formal Program
Fees/Admission: There is no cost to participate in this networking session other than the food and beverages you choose to order.

Membership in the South OKC Chamber is required to be a regular participant.  Non-chamber members are welcome to attend once, prior to joining the South OKC Chamber.
Dec 12    "Joint Committee Medical Marijuana Update" Legislative Luncheon
Join us as we get 'in the weeds' with Majority Floor Leader Jon Echols and Senator Michael Brooks, both members of the Oklahoma Legislators Medical Marijuana Working Group, as they discuss the updates on the Medical Marijuana laws and what legislation will be put forward in the 2019 session. This will be an informative session and discussion on how these laws will affect our everyday lives and businesses.

Presenting Sponsor: Mercy
Host Sponsor: Moore Norman Technology Center
Gold Sponsors: Metro Technology Centers; 
T.C. Burgin, CPA, PC; and Tyler Media
Silver Sponsors: Echols & Associates; Eide Bailly; Home Creations; Norman Regional Health System; Oklahoma Municipal Contractors Association; South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee; and Tatanka Creative
Bronze Sponsor: Jones Public Relations
Date: December 12, 2018
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Moore Norman Technology Center - South Penn Campus
13301 South Pennsylvania Avenue, 73170
Contact: LIz Cromwell at LizCromwell@southokc.com or 634-1436
Fees/Admission: $25 for Pre-Registered Members
$30 for Non-Members or Members at the Door

RSVP required by noon, December 6. Since lunch is provided, all registrants who do not show will be charged $25.
Dec 12    Holiday Gathering

We would like to say "Thank You" to all of our wonderful members for supporting the South Oklahoma City Chamber and our business community this year. Stop by the Chamber and have a festive drink on us!

Date: December 12, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: South OKC Chamber of Commerce
701 Southwest 74 Street, 73139
EMail: angelafusselman@southokc.com
Dec 13    TEAM South - Community Service Session
TEAM South Class XI will be setting an example in our community by volunteering on this day.  We will work the morning shift and follow-up our hard work with a "dutch-treat" lunch to discuss our day.
***This event is for TEAM South Class XI Participants only and alumni who missed this day in the past. If you are an alumni who missed this day, please contact Liz Cromwell and save your spot***
Date: December 13, 2018
Time: 7:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: The Sharing Tree
825 Northwest 24 Street, Moore, 73160

 
Date/Time Details: First Shift:  7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch and Forum:  12:45 - 2:30 p.m.
 
Fees/Admission: Contact Liz at 634-1436 or e-mail lizcromwell@southokc.com  if you would like more information to apply for next year's TEAM South Class XII!
Dec 13    Longevity's Christmas Sparkle Party! ONE DAY ONLY!
Longevity Christmas Sparkle Party! Tis the season to Sparkle! Don't miss out on our ONE DAY Christmas sale with special pricing on services! Come by either of our locations for Christmas cookies, refreshments, giveaways, and specials! 
Date: December 13, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: 3110 Southwest 89 Street, Suite 101, 73159

13230 Pawnee Drive, Suite 201, 73114
EMail: mvolk@okss.com
Dec 14    Women of the South Holiday Benefit Concert Featuring Justin Echols
Women of the South, a South Oklahoma City nonprofit that provides scholarship opportunities, is partnering with Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Famer Justin Echols and his band, to bring you a tantalizing performance of classic Holiday tunes intermixed with the timeless soul of Jazz, Pop and Blues. Women of the South is proud to say that 100% of the proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly towards scholarship programs! Holiday attire is encouraged.
Date: December 14, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=67993e9b4e5c78fcfb570772e89df270&vqitq=b34e53b8-2426-4e17-b9d6-9ac1369ba028&vqitp=31f95729-9a9b-4f9e-8997-63916b9c3b51&vqitts=1541601250&vqitc=vendini&vqite=itl&vqitrt=Safetynet&vqith=887bb0af977f380e4bd5ca693930d61c
Location: Oklahoma City Community College 
VPAC Theater
7777 South May Avenue, 73159

 
Date/Time Details: December 14, 2018
7 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Individual tickets are $45
Dec 20    Seriously Fun Networking - No Meeting
At our planning session for 2019, it was unanimously decided, due to scheduling challenges with regular Chamber Business After Hours functions and Team South meetings plus some major holidays, that the Seriously Fun networking group would only meet once a month --- on the 1st Thursday afternoon beginning in December 2018!  Our next meeting will be January 3 at 3:15 p.m.

This is one of the Chamber's monthly networking groups!  We always mix a bit of fun in with our work!  The Seriously Fun group now meets only in the late afternoon on the first Thursday of each month!
Date: December 20, 2018
Location:




 
Contact: for more information: Co-Chair: Linda Richardson with HMIpromos at eMail: LRichardsonOKC@aol.com OR phone: 405-473-8008 or Co-Chair: Karen Proctor with The Village on the Park at eMail: kproctor@rcmseniorliving.com OR phone 405-692-8700
EMail: lrichardsonokc@aol.com
Dec 22 - Jan 1    South OKC Chamber Closed for Holidays
The South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce will be closed for the Holidays. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all of our members! We appreciate you this Holiday Season and all year long.
Date: December 22, 2018