Events for December 2017
DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
Dec 2    Parade of Desserts [DeSoto ISD Education Foundation]


Parade of Desserts

Come out and enjoy sone delicious desserts, coffee & great Christmas Carols while supporting the DeSoto ISD Education Foundation. 

Tickets are available at the door. $10 Adults and $5 for Children 12 & under. Each admission includes dessert tasting and "Free" pictures taken with Santa. [Additional desserts will be available for purchase].

 
Date: December 2, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Hampton Road Baptist Church
400 N. Hampton Rd.,
DeSoto, TX 75115
 
Contact: Ashley Draper at 972.223.6666 ext 8277
Date/Time Details: Saturday, December 2nd 2017
11:00am to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission: $10 Adults
$5 for Children 12 & under
Dec 5    Good Morning, DeSoto! [Sponsor: The Manderley]




We have a new location that will be hosting our GMDs for this quarter: The Manderley Event Center, located at 2010 N. Hampton Rd, Suite 700.

In addition, this month's sponsor is The Manderley Event Center and they will be providing a light breakfast as well! Be sure to bring your business cards and $1 to be a part of the Raffle Drawings. You could win a special prize or CASH! This is a networker so bring a friend or business partner and meet other businesses in the DeSoto and Best Southwest Area!

Good Morning, DeSoto! is a networking event that takes place the FIRST Tuesday of each month. A Chamber Member sponsors this event, in part providing breakfast for all in attendance. Sponsors are given extra time to discuss their business and what they offer throughout the community. Locals, members, and other business owners, etc. are invited to attend. All we ask is that you bring $1.00 and business cards! If you interested in being a sponsor please contact the Chamber for more information. Prospective Members pay only $7 to attend


A little bit about our December Sponsor: 

The Manderley Event Center

Walking in through the large, elaborate wood doors into our 5,000 square foot event space transports you to a world where your imagination can easily visualize your reception, party or wedding. Our expansive bar with marble top can assist you in serving everything from stylish cocktails to brunch foods for a shower.

Our style and packages allow you or your planner the opportunity to take your event to the next level. The beautiful courtyard can serve as a location for your cocktail hour or intimate wedding ceremony.  Our venue also boast a professional caterer’s kitchen complete with commercial fridge and ice maker. We welcome parties up to 250 guests.

 

We invite you to enter a world of upscale Spanish revival style design with touches of modern Mediterranean flair which inspired the beautiful archways, wooden beams, tasteful tile mosaics, stained concrete floors and gorgeous iron lighting.​

Date: December 5, 2017
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org
Location: The Manderley Event Center
2010 N. Hampton Rd. Ste 700
DeSoto, TX 75115
 
Contact: Chamber of Commerce 972-224-3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tue, December 5, 2017
7:30 to 8:30 am
Fees/Admission: COST: Business Cards + $1
Non-Members $7 

Breakfast Provided
Dec 12    Annual 'State of the District' Luncheon


Superintendent Dr. David Harris will provide an overview of the DeSoto Independent School District. He will share information about the latest accomplishments, enrollment numbers + other stats and discuss changes on the horizon.

Agenda
11:30 - Networking / Lunch Served
Noon - Welcome / Invocation / Announcements
12:15 - Speaker Presentation
12:50 - Door Prizes / Closing Remarks

VIP Sponsor Table: $295 - Reserved VIP Table for 8; logo on Chamber event listing; listed in program; acknowledged from podium. If you're looking for an excellent way to make a meaningful connection with new Chamber members over lunch, please select this sponsor level.

Basic Reserved Table: $195 - Reserved Table for 8

Door Prize Sponsor: $75 - Picture with Winner, Door Prize Recognition on Social Media, Ticket/Meal for one Person. 

Individual tickets: $15 (pre-registered); $20 at the door 
Individual prices:
> Members (pre-registered) - $15
> Non-Member / Not pre-registered - $20

 
Date: December 12, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org
Location: The Manderley Event Center
2010 N Hampton Rd, Suite 700
DeSoto, Texas    75115
Contact: Chamber of Commerce 972-224-3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tue, Dec 12, 2017
11:30 - 1:00
Fees/Admission: VIP Sponsor Table: $295
Basic Reserved Table: $195
Door Prize Sponsor: $75 

Individual tickets: $15 (pre-registered); $20 at the door 
Individual prices:
> Members (pre-registered) - $15
> Non-Member / Not pre-registered - $20

 
Dec 12    Jingle & Mingle Holiday Party [PlainsCapital Bank]


Come celebrate the holiday season with the Chamber at our Jingle & Mingle, the last After Hours of the year! Raffles Drawings, Margaritas, Ugly Sweater Contest & More!
 
So mark your calendars!
 
Tues, Dec. 12th, 2017 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM
PlainsCapital Bank
2010 N. Hampton Rd. Suite 100
DeSoto,TX 75115
Date: December 12, 2017
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org
Location:
PlainsCapital Bank
2010 N. Hampton Rd. Suite 100
DeSoto,TX 75115
Contact: Brittani Washington, 972.224.3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tues, Dec. 12th, 2017
4:30 - 6:00 PM
Fees/Admission: FREE
Dec 14    2017 BSW Annual Meeting & Passing of Gavel



You are invited to the 2017 BSW Annual Meeting and Luncheon with entertaining celebrity Jody Dean from KLUV Radio as the guest speaker.

 
During the luncheon the 2017 BSW Chairwoman Maranda Auzenne, GM of Hillside Village in Cedar Hill will relinquish her gavel, passing it to BSW's incoming  chair Dr. Cynthia Mickens Ross, communications outreach director for Methodist Charlton Medical Center.

REGISTER: admin@desotochamber.org or call 972-224-3565

Date: December 14, 2017
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
800 N. Main Street
Duncanville, TX   75116
 
Contact: Chamber staff 972-224-3565
EMail: admin@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thu, December 14, 2017
11:30am to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission: $30 Per Person 
$300 Reserved Table of 8 
Dec 25 - Dec 26    Holiday - Chamber closed
The DeSoto Chamber of Commerce will be closed Mon, Dec 25 thru Tues, Dec 26 to celebrate Christmas.
Date: December 25, 2017
Date/Time Details: Mon, Dec 25, 2017