| Apr 1 DeSoto Living! Festival |
WOW - 110 Vendors in 125 Booth Spaces!!
Our new SIGNATURE EVENT of the year - presented by Methodist Charlton Medical Center. The festival will feature fun activity ZONES:
KIDZONE - Presented by DeSoto ISD
> 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament - Sponsored by DeSoto Rotary Club
> Monster Car Bounce House - Sponsored by Williamsburg Village
> Video Game Truck - Sponsored by DeSoto Parks & Recreation
> Face Painting - Sponsored by DeSoto Parks & Recreation
> Live Performances - all day
WELLNESS ZONE - Presented by Methodist Charlton Medical Center
> Chef Demonstration - Sponsored by Methodist Charlton Medical Center
> Obstacle Course - Sponsored by Tucker Chiropractic
> Children's Vision Screening - Sponsored by DeSoto Lions Club
> HIV / Aids Testing - Sponsored by Chris Howell Foundation
> Carter BloodCare - Sponsored by Crescent Medical Center
> Fit Zone Dance - Sponsored by Methodist Charlton Medical Center
PETZONE - Presented by Access Self-Storage
> Pet Parade - Sponsored by VCA Animal Hospital
> Petting Zoo - Sponsored by Freedom Heating & Air
> Pet Adoption - Sponsored by Tri-City Animal Shelter
> Other Pet-related activities and vendors
DESOTO LIVE! Presented by Bank of DeSoto
> Youth Performances - Sponsored by Faith & Works Inc.
> Live Musical Performances - Sponsored by E. Calloway Mgmt
> Special Appearances - Sponsored by LifeChat Radio
MARKETPLACE - Presented by DeSoto Economic Development Corporation
> Cupcake Wars (featuring Cake Daddy - Judge) - Sponsored by Seva Hospitality
SAFEZONE - Presented by ReunionCapitalOfTexas.com
> DeSoto Police MRAP -Sponsored by Inwood National Bank
> SWAT Robotics Demonstration - Sponsored by Inwood National Bank
> DeSoto Fire Department Fire Truck - Crescent Medical Center (Lancaster)
> Tug-O-War (Police -v- Fire) - Sponsored by Linebarger & Associates
DESOTO DRIVES! Presented by Atkinson Toyota
> BMX Demonstration - Sponsored by DeSoto BMX
> Polaris Slingshot Display - Sponsored by Texas Power Sports & Outdoors
> Corvette Car Show - AVAILABLE
DESOTO GOES GREEN - Presented by Oncor Electric Delivery
> Energy Conservation Display - Sponsored by Oncor
> Recycling Exhibit - Sponsored by Republic Services
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| Date: |
April 1, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://desotochamber.chambermaster.com/Events/details/desoto-living-festival-5902 |
| Location: |
DeSoto East Middle School
601 E Belt Line Rd
DeSoto, TX 75115 |
| Contact: |
Brittani Washington 972.224.3565 |
| EMail: |
marketing@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sat, April 1, 2017
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
"Rain or Shine" |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free Admission
Note: Some activities may require participation fees
All 125 booth spaces were SOLD OUT |
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| Apr 4 Good Morning, DeSoto! Plus 2 Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies |
Popular Networking Breakfast followed by TWO ribbon-cutting ceremonies!
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 and business cards! If you interested in being a sponsor please contact the Chamber for more information.
Breakfast Sponsor: Friends Place Adult Day Services
Location: Holiday Inn Express DeSoto (1310 E Wintergreen)
Ribbon-cutting ceremonies for Growing N2U and Decorating Den Interior to take place after this event! |
| Date: |
April 4, 2017 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.desotochamber.org/good-morning--desoto--1.html |
| Location: |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - DeSoto
1310 E. Wintergreen Road
DeSoto, TX 75115 |
| Contact: |
Chamber of Commerce
972-224-3565 |
| EMail: |
marketing@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
First Tuesday of Every Month
7:30 to 8:30 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
COST: Business Cards + $1 |
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| Apr 4 Ribbon Cutting: Growing N2U |
This Ribbon Cutting will take place right after the Good Morning, DeSoto! Networking that occurs from 7:30 to 8:30 am every month on the first Tuesday.
Join other Chamber Members and guests in welcome our newest member to the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce! |
| Date: |
April 4, 2017 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.desotochamber.org |
| Location: |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
1310 Wintergreen Rd.
DeSoto, TX |
| Contact: |
972.224.3565 |
| EMail: |
marketing@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, April 4th 2017
8:30 to 8:45 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Apr 4 Ribbon Cutting: Decorating Den Interiors |
This Ribbon Cutting will take place right after the Good Morning, DeSoto! Networking that occurs from 7:30 to 8:30 am every month on the first Tuesday.
Join other Chamber Members and guests in welcome our newest member to the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce! |
| Date: |
April 4, 2017 |
| Time: |
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.desotochamber.org |
| Location: |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
1310 Wintergreen Rd.
DeSoto, TX |
| Contact: |
972.224.3565 |
| EMail: |
marketing@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tuesday, April 4th
8:30 to 8:45 am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Apr 7 VIP Meet & Greet: Daphne Valerius (Invitation Only) |
VIP Meet & Greet with the Producer of "Souls of Black Girls", Daphne Valerius.
Filmmaker & Award winning documentary the "Souls of Black Girls" explores how media images of beauty undercut the self-esteem of African American women.
Cocktails, Hors D'oeuvres & CD Signing
Chamber members: Consider THIS your Invitation
General Public: Invitation Only |
| Date: |
April 7, 2017 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.facebook.com/MyChoiceSpa/ |
| Location: |
MyChoice Spa & Wellness Lounge
1110 E Pleasant Run Rd
DeSoto, Texas 75115 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Friday, April 7th 2017
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
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| Apr 11 Chamber-Hosted Candidates Forum |
The DeSoto Chamber of Commerce will host a forum featuring candidates vying for DeSoto ISD School Board Trustee positions are invited to attend. Kenzie Moore will act as Moderator and the candidates will be asked to answer a series of questions.
Refreshments (lemonade and cookies) will be provided. Valley of Faith Christian Center will host. |
| Date: |
April 11, 2017 |
| Time: |
5:45 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Valley of Faith Christian Center
2100 N. Hampton Rd
DeSoto, TX 75115 |
| Contact: |
Laura Terhune
- 972-224-3565 |
| EMail: |
president@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tue, Apr 11, 2017
5:45 - Meet & Greet
6 to 8 - Forum |
| Fees/Admission: |
No charge |
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| Apr 13 DeSoto Economic Development Luncheon - Projects and Projections |
Do you want to be in-the-know on "what's happening in DeSoto?" Meet the new CEO of the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation and hear the latest on new businesses in DeSoto as well as an update on pending projects.
Catered by Outback Steakhouse. Note that these are smaller banquet tables that can comfortably accommodate six guests. |
| Date: |
April 13, 2017 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.desotochamber.org/desoto-edc-update-luncheon.html |
| Location: |
Bluebonnet Rooms
DeSoto Civic Center
211 E. Pleasant Run
DeSoto, TX 75115 |
| Contact: |
Chamber of Commerce
- 972-224-3565 |
| EMail: |
admin@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thu, Apr 13, 2017
11:30 - Networking / Lunch
Noon - Program begins
1:00 - Conclusion |
| Fees/Admission: |
$20 per person (pre-registered)
$195 - Basic Table for 6
$295 - VIP Reserved Table for 6 |
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| Apr 16 Resurrection Sunday Service: Valley of Faith Christian Center |
Be sure to come celebrate with the Valley of Faith Christian Center this Sunday!
They are inviting you and your family to be their special guest for their Resurrection Sunday Service. They look forward to you joining them as we praise and worship our King, Jesus Christ.
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| Date: |
April 16, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.facebook.com/valleyoffaithcc/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE |
| Location: |
Valley of Faith Christian Center |
| EMail: |
Kimbre |
| Date/Time Details: |
Sunday, April 16th 2017
Starting at 10:00am |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Apr 19 DeSoto Works! Job Fair |
Attention: Business Owners / Managers / HR Dept
 |
| Date: |
April 19, 2017 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://desotoworksemployer.eventbrite.com |
| Location: |
DC3 (Disciple Central Community Church)
901 S. Polk St.
DeSoto, TX 75115 |
| Contact: |
Register to Ronald Yun
(Workforce Solutions) |
| EMail: |
ronaldyun@rescare.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
Wed, Apr 19, 2017
10 am to 1 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Participating Businesses
MUST REGISTER
No charge, includes
Table + 2 Chairs
Space is Limited |
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| Apr 20 Executive Committee |
| The Executive Committee of the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce will be meeting to review the financial reports and discuss matters in preparation for the full Board Meeting. |
| Date: |
April 20, 2017 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Location: |
Law Offices of John Polewski |
| EMail: |
president@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
4:30 to 5:30 pm |
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| Apr 25 Chamber Board of Directors |
***This Monthly Board of Directors Meeting has been relocated to Atkinson Toyota of South Dallas located at 39660 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Dallas, TX 75237.
Chamber members are always welcome!
Agenda varies but includes approval of Minutes, review of Financial Reports, discussion of recent and upcoming activities as well as Staff Reports |
| Date: |
April 25, 2017 |
| Time: |
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM |
| Location: |
LOCATION HAS BEEN CHANGED TO:
Atkinson Toyota of South Dallas
39660 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy,
Dallas, TX 75237 |
| Contact: |
Chamber Staff:
972-224-3565 |
| EMail: |
president@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Tues, Jan 31, 2017
7:30 to 8:30 am |
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| Apr 27 Happy Hour Networker: Phat Tuesday Daiquiri Shoppe |
 Join other Chamber Members and guests in a relaxed networking event. The sponsor of the evening will serve refreshments. Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission state law prohibits the business from giving away drinks but Drink Specials will be available.
Bring plenty of business cards to take full advantage of this great networking opportunity. |
| Date: |
April 27, 2017 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://desotochamber.org |
| Location: |
Phat Tuesday Daiquiri Shoppe
247 N Hampton Rd
DeSoto, Texas 75115
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| Contact: |
Belyne Bland-Xochihua -
Membership Coordinator
972-224-3565 |
| EMail: |
coordinator@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thu, Apr 27, 2017
4:30 to 6 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
No charge - but
bring business cards! |
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| Apr 27 Ribbon Cutting: Lukes Soul Food Cafe |
Please join us in welcoming our newest member to the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce; Lukes Soul Food Cafe.
This Ribbon Cutting will take place during the Quarterly After Hours located at Phat Tuesday Daiquiri Shoppe at 247 N. Hampton Rd in DeSoto.
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| Date: |
April 27, 2017 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Location: |
Phat Tuesday Daiquiri Shoppe
247 N. Hampton Rd., DeSoto, TX |
| Contact: |
For More Details Call 972.224.3565 |
| EMail: |
marketing@desotochamber.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
Thursday, 27th April 2017
AH - 4:30 to 6:00
RC - 5:30 to 6:00 |
| Fees/Admission: |
FREE |
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