September 2012 Newsletter
The racing begins at Talladega Superspeedway October 5th with the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series as they practice and qualify. On Saturday, the 6th get ready for the NASCAR Camping World Series and the Foodland/Food Giant NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Qualifying...all this before the Big Day-the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Get tickets: 1-877-Go2DEGA. Or if you're lucky, maybe you'll win the grand race package from Palmer Place's fundraiser (detailed below).
Call 256-315-2662 to purchase your raffle ticket for the Race package for Saturday, October 6th NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and Sunday, October 7th NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.
Winner receives:
- Two (2) Suite Passes for Saturday and Sunday
- Two (2) Garage Passes for Saturday and Sunday
- Two (2) Passes to attend Driver Meetings for Saturday and Sunday
- Two (2) Passes behind stage access for Driver Introductions for Saturday and Sunday
- Two (2) Talladega Superspeedway Official Pace Car Hot Lap prior to Sunday's race
- Two (2) Passes to Victory Lane for Saturday and Sunday
Talladega Superspeedway Personal Guide to make this the most incredible Talladega Experience
$10.00 per ticket. Date of drawing Wednesday, September 26th. All proceeds support the Talladega County Child Advocacy Center - Palmer Place.
Friday, October 5th will be Talladega's 1st Annual Block Party and Induction Ceremony at the Davy Allison Walk of Fame Park. The fun begins at 3:30 p.m. with a variety of activities, all located from the Chamber to the Walk of Fame: three stages with live music and entertainment, a Kids' Zone, arts/crafts and food booths, the Induction Ceremony, and of course, fireworks. Interested vendors should contact the Chamber for applications. The deadline for vendor registration is October 1st or when the spaces have been filled.
Two upcoming coffees we hope you will be able to make:
On Thursday, September 6th the Gardens of Talladega Assisted Living and Memory Care will host the Chamber coffee beginning at 8:30. National Assisted Living Week is the following week, September 9th-16th so it's a great time to come learn more about Talladega's facility.
The Talladega County Board of Education will host our October Coffee on Wednesday, the 17th at Munford High School/Munford Middle School Media Center beginning at 9:00 a.m. We hope you will be able to join us.
Talladega Superspeedway's 7th Annual Blood Drive is scheduled for September 11th at the International Motorsports Hall of Fame from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The drive features 5 "pit stops" at the IMHOF and Superspeedway, goody bags, door prizes and more. To register online, go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code TALLADEGA. All preregistered donors will receive a Talladega Superspeedway hat.
Come run or walk the 4th Annual Talladega 21000 Half Marathon and 5K Lap Around the Track on September 16th at the Talladega Superspeedway. The Half Marathon (13.1 miles) begins at 7:30 a.m. and the 5K at 7:45 a.m. This event benefits prostate cancer awareness and screenings. To learn more about the run, to volunteer or to register as a participant, visit www.talladegahalf.com. (You must register online-no paper registration forms this year.)
WHAT? "The Spirit of Talladega" Tablescapes Fundraiser
WHEN? September 15th from 11:30-1:00.
WHERE? Wright S. Gilchrist Room.
WHO? Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD) Varsity Cheerleaders in partnership with the Talladega Optimist Club.
There will be speakers on Bullying/Cyber bullying. Spirit tables will be decorated by local cheer squads in their school colors, highlighting their purpose, featuring their mascot, etc. and judged for prizes. The Optimist Club will invite businesses/clubs to decorate tables of 8 at $20 per ticket.
The goal is to have one or two adults at a table and find sponsors for teenagers in the other 6 seats. Let's put 100-150 young people in the audience so they can learn more about bullying and cyber bullying! Lots of great door prizes are planned. A $20 tickets buys a great lunch and a drawing for door prizes. Funds raised will go to the Alabama School for the Deaf Cheerleader fund and the Optimist Club's Childhood Cancer Campaign. Please sponsor a young person for this event!
Lincoln Parks and Recreation will sponsor an Indoor Yard Sale/Trade Day at the Lincoln City Center (old high school gym) on Saturday, September 29th from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Spaces are $10 and include (2) 2'x6' tables and 2 chairs. This event is free to the public. For more info, call the City Center at 205-763-3013 or the Park Office at 205-763-1006.
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Tornado Alley Gymnasium on campus. The featured speaker will be Lamman Rucker-television, movie, and Broadway actor and star in many Tyler Perry productions. The convocation is free and open to the public.
- For those in the Lincoln area, GED classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday in the portable building across from the Police Department. Morning classes are from 9:00 - 12:00 noon and evening classes are from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. There is no charge for these classes. For more information, call Audrey Stanley, 205-763-0085.
- Alabama Master Gardener Program will kick off in January at the Talladega County Extension Office, 132 North Court Street in Talladega. Call now for more info and to register, 256-362-6187.
- The Let's Shoot Fundraiser for Lakeside Hospice is Wednesday, September 5th at Selwood Farm. Several sponsorships are available: Expert, Sharpshooter, Marksman or The Shooter/Individual. Call Teresa at Lakeside Hospice, 205-884-1111, for more info.
- Country music and dance at the Lincoln City Center the 1st Saturday of each month. 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Admission charged.
- The Talladega Business Associates meets the first Wednesday of each month at noon for the opportunity to fellowship and network. The Dutch treat lunch meeting is currently at Citizens BMC in Talladega. There are no dues or RSVP's-just come and enjoy.
- The Lincoln Business Associates meets the last Wednesday of each month for a Dutch treat lunch at Crossroads Grille (corner of Highway 77/78). You are invited to come and enjoy the fellowship and speakers-no reservations needed. Call Tina Seals for more info, 205-763-0950.
- Lincoln City Center offers Archery classes, Arthritis Exercise, and Fit-2-Dance Classes. Call Sue Jones, 205-369-3238, for information.
- Talladega's 1st Saturday Market on the Square is operating through October.
- Through October, Plank Road Station in Winterboro will have a market day every 4th Saturday.
- Every Friday and Saturday, the New Life Farmer's Market is open from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon at 34950 AL Highway 21, North in Talladega. This is hosted by the New Life Church at that location. Call 256-362-2347 for more info.
- From April - September the Classic Car Club will have a Cruise-In with music and a 50/50 pot each 4th Saturday on Talladega's historic square from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Follow the Classic Cars' Facebook page for updates.
Chamber Membership Renewals for
July and August
The United Way of North Talladega County
M2 Connections
Sarrell Dental Center
Jim Preuitt Ford
Historic Lincoln Preservation Foundation
Superior Machine and Pattern
Coosa River Baptist Association
Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama
The Donoho School
Granny's House
Keith Cleaning Service
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Onin Staffing
Waites Construction and Waites Concrete Companies
Dove Ridge Campground
Talladega City School System
Roy Roberts
Housing Authority of the City of Talladega
Camp and Associates
Lakewood property Owners association
Community Farm Fresh Markets
Lakeside Hospice
Federal Correctional Institution
Taylor Rental
Lakeside Hospice
Talladega Career Tech
Dirtworks, LLC
R.K. Allen Oil Company
Rana's Mexican Restaurant in Lincoln is located at 75301 Alabama Highway 77. The phone number is 205-763-2266, and the restaurant is open Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner.
Upscale Elegance is a new gift shop open for business in Talladega at 105 Court Square. Go by and see owner Rosaline White and her unique shop. The phone number is 256-268-7121.
Ms. Julie Moon, Family Vision Center, has moved back to Talladega, and while she no longer operates the Vision Center, she will be teaching dog obedience classes in the area. Contact the Chamber if you are interested.
M. Zachary Dollar, DMD has opened his dental practice at 6 Medical Park in Talladega. Contact Dr. Dollar's office at 256-362-3456 and visit his website, www.zackdollarmd.com.
Thank you, members, for your support, and please let us know how we can help you. We encourage all members to contact us with information you want publicized. If we are not publicizing events that are important to you, please let us know. Also, let us know if any of your pertinent business information has changed or if you are not receiving information from us on a regular basis. Dues can be paid by credit card now, if you prefer.
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