http://www.hammondchamber.org Hammond Chamber of Commerce Events en-us Copyright (C) 2011 bensontechnology.com HOMEWORK HELPERS!!! 1st - 6th graders may be dropped off on Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday beginning February 1, 2012 to receive homework assistance from 4:00pm to 6:00pm The fee is $10 per child per day or $25 for all three days. Advanced registration and payment are required. To register your child for the Homework Helpe http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/02-2012/events/louisiana-childrens-discovery-center-homework-helpers-4575.html 4575 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0500 Join us  May 2, 2012 at Louisiana Children's Disconvery Center for the  May  Ham'nd Eggs Network! Network! Network! 7:30 to 9:00 am 113 N. Cypress Street See you there! http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/hamnd-eggs-hosted-by-louisiana-childrens-discovery-center-and-hampton-inn-4925.html 4925 Wed, 02 May 2012 07:30:00 -0500 Volunteers needed, Cleanup the city day Trash Bash, Saturday, May 5, 2012, 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Meet at Cate Square Park, 200 West Charles Street Volunteers needed Refreshments will be served and pick-up sticks, vests, gloves, bag ringers and trash bags will be distributed. This event is organized by the K http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/volunteers-needed-keep-hammond-beautiful-clean-up-the-city-day-4946.html 4946 Sat, 05 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 P.R.I.D.E. (Positive Role-models Involved in the Development of Excellence) presents... BUNKO for BASKETBALL A Scholarship Fundraiser for Southeastern's Lady Lions Basketball MAY 5th IS ‘BUNKO FOR BASKETBALL—DERBY DAY’! http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/bunko-for-basketball-4924.html 4924 Sat, 05 May 2012 18:00:00 -0500 *** Important note: Beginners and all skill levels are encouraged to tryout! The vast majority of people will make a team or be placed in the exhibition program. All Star cheerleading offers five skill levels and non-competitive teams. For this reason we encourage everyone to be evaluated! Provided we can match skill levels and we have enough time available for practice in the gym, we do n http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/spirit-professionals-clinic-and-team-placement-4955.html 4955 Sun, 06 May 2012 13:00:00 -0500 We Appreciate YOU!! Join us May 7th - 12th for "Nurse Appreciation Week" & Teacher Appreciation Week" Enjoy 15% OFF your total purchase at the following stores:   Ruby-111 E. Thomas Bra La Vie-221 W. Thomas Street Change Clothes-221 W. Thomas Street Imagine-100 N. C http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/teacher-and-nurse-appreciation-week-4961.html 4961 Mon, 07 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 *** Important note: Beginners and all skill levels are encouraged to tryout! The vast majority of people will make a team or be placed in the exhibition program. All Star cheerleading offers five skill levels and non-competitive teams. For this reason we encourage everyone to be evaluated! Provided we can match skill levels and we have enough time available for practice in the gym, we do n http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/spirit-professionals-clinic-and-team-placement-4956.html 4956 Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:00 -0500 Leads For Lunch Are you looking for a great opportunity to market your company and network in your community? Leads for lunch gives you the chance to get the word out. Provides members an opportunity to meet in a casual setting to profile their company and network with others. Members have lunch, make new conta http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/leads-for-lunch--4899.html 4899 Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Buy Local! All-New Farmers Market Comes to Downtown Hammond. Farmers and produce vendors from across the region will set up in downtown Hammond! Come to Hammond for the best of the best in local produce and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else. Customers can find the market at the corner of Southwest Railroad Avenue http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/hammond-farmers-market-4941.html 4941 Sat, 12 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Buy Local! All-New Farmers Market Comes to Downtown Hammond. Farmers and produce vendors from across the region will set up in downtown Hammond! Come to Hammond for the best of the best in local produce and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else. Customers can find the market at the corner of Southwest Railroad Avenue http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/hammond-art-and-craft-market-4943.html 4943 Sat, 12 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 Hammond Spring - Summer Job Fair @1501 N. Industrial Park Rd. WELCOME -Military Veterans -General Public  -Military Spouses-Disabled Persons VETERANS & SPOUSES” 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM … EVERYBODY!!! 12:00 AM to 2:00 PM ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS: Valid Military ID, or http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/louisiana-workforce-commission-springwinter-job-fair-4960.html 4960 Thu, 17 May 2012 10:00:00 -0500 3rd Annual Back to School Safety Bash May 17, 2012 4:00pm to 6:00pm Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, and the Hammond Chamber of Commerce Community Development Committee are proud to announce a joint public safety project - the 3rd Annual End of School Summer Safety Bash. The event will be held on May 17 http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/3rd-annual-end-of-school-summer-safety-bash-5003.html 5003 Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:00 -0500 After Hours hosted by Moody & Johnson Attorneys at Law on Thursday, May 17th from 5-7pm at Moody & Johnson Attorneys at Law 2150 SW Railroad Ave, Suite 130 For More Information about this After Hours contact the Hammond Chamber of Commerce at 985-345-4457 http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/after-hours-hosted-by-moody-and-johnson-attorneys-at-law-4897.html 4897 Thu, 17 May 2012 17:00:00 -0500 Auditions for Winnie-the-Pooh ages 7-17 (for younger children, please contact the director at the email below) with The Octavians May 18 5p-8pm May 19 10a-1p & 3p-7p Please email anna@theoctavians.com  to set a time for your audition. http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/the-octavians-auditions-for-winniethepooh-5155.html 5155 Fri, 18 May 2012 17:00:00 -0500 State Summer Games will take place at Southeastern Louisiana University on May 18th-20th. We encourage the community to come to the Opening Ceremonies on Friday night to cheer the athletes on. Highlights include Jed Collins from the New Orleans Saints, Big Fun Brass Band, Parade of Athletes and arrival of the Olympic Torch. For more information the website is: http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/special-olympics-2012-state-summer-games-opening-ceremonies-5153.html 5153 Fri, 18 May 2012 19:00:00 -0500 The 2012 State Summer Games will include competitions in Athletics (track and field), Bocce, Power lifting, Unified Volleyball, as well as, a Turbo Jav and Zumba demonstration. Close to 700 athletes from across Louisiana will participate. We encourage all community members, family, and media to attend and support our athletes. All events, including competitions, are free and open to the public. http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/special-olympics-2012-state-summer-games-5152.html 5152 Sat, 19 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Wireless Zone Customer Appreciation Day Saturday, May 19th   LOTS TO SEE & DO!! Food, Music, Giveaways, Blood Drive, Aminal Adoption Site, Car Wash, Spacewalk for the kids and Snow Cones For more information contact Greg Walker at 985-549-0059 or visit http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/wireless-zone-customer-appreciation-day-5149.html 5149 Sat, 19 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 Auditions for Winnie-the-Pooh ages 7-17 (for younger children, please contact the director at the email below) with The Octavians May 19 10a-1p & 3p-7p Please email anna@theoctavians.com  to set a time for your audition. http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/the-octavians-auditions-for-winniethepooh-5156.html 5156 Sat, 19 May 2012 10:00:00 -0500 New Members This is for you! Find out how the Chamber can help promote your business and meet other new members! We will have coffee, juice and breakfast snacks. Please RSVP by calling 985-345-4457 or email at members@hammondchamber.org Hope to se http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/membership-101-5142.html 5142 Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Cyber Security is Good Business Workshop 2012 Target Audience: Small Businesses/Small Organizations (This is not a technical presentation for IT/IS consultants) NO COST TO ATTEND! Click here to Register at http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/louisiana-small-business-development-center-cyber-security-event-5148.html 5148 Thu, 24 May 2012 08:30:00 -0500 Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:00am to 11:00am Free 2 Hour CEU for Social Workers Sponsored and facilitated by Generation Hospice Complementary Therapies: Something Extra for Dementia Patients For more information contact Kerri Coleman at 225-791-7775   http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/live-oaks-assisted-living-facility-host-free-2-hour-ceu-for-social-workers-5151.html 5151 Thu, 24 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 Effective Techniques for Using Facebook in Business Friday, May 25, 2012 9:00am to 10:30am Cost: Free The buzzword in marketing is social media and the 800lb gorilla in social media is without a doubt Facebook. It is commonplace today for most businesses to have a Facebook page but once you create the page, what do you do w http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/effective-techniques-for-using-facebook-in-business--5147.html 5147 Fri, 25 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 Buy Local! All-New Farmers Market Comes to Downtown Hammond. Farmers and produce vendors from across the region will set up in downtown Hammond! Come to Hammond for the best of the best in local produce and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else. Customers can find the market at the corner of Southwest Railroad Avenue http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/hammond-farmers-market-4942.html 4942 Sat, 26 May 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Buy Local! All-New Farmers Market Comes to Downtown Hammond. Farmers and produce vendors from across the region will set up in downtown Hammond! Come to Hammond for the best of the best in local produce and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else. Customers can find the market at the corner of Southwest Railroad Avenue http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/hammond-art-and-craft-market-4944.html 4944 Sat, 26 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 S.O.S Summer of Success S.O.S is a 9-week summer fitness and weight loss program designed to help you reach your personal fitness and weight loss goals through accountability, cutting-edge workouts and nutritional coaching. Let Spoga Fitness Center make your summer a success! . MAY 28&mdas http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/spoga-fitness-center-summer-training-program-4957.html 4957 Mon, 28 May 2012 18:00:00 -0600 Starting and Financing A Small Business – Hammond Wednesday, May 30, 2012 9:00am to 12:00pm Cost: Free   This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business idea, planning to start or have recently started a small business, seeking a small business loan, or wan http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/starting-and-financing-a-small-business-4900.html 4900 Wed, 30 May 2012 09:00:00 -0500 May  General Meeting Sponsored by: Holly & Smith Architects Twelve Oaks Dining Hall ~ Southeastern's Louisiana University Campus 12:00PM to 1:00PM Doors open at 11:30AM Guest Speakers: Public Education Forum Don't forget to RS http://www.hammondchamber.org/calendar/05-2012/events/may-general-meeting-sponsored-by-holly-and-smith-architects-4898.html 4898 Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 -0500