Events for May 2018
DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
May 1    Good Morning, DeSoto! [Southwest NOW Magazine]


GOOD MORNING, DESOTO!
 
We have a new location that will be hosting our GMDs for this quarter; special thanks to Friend's Place Adult Day Services for allowing us to use their venue for the next 3 months. We will be located at 1232 W. Belt Line Rd. in DeSoto.
 
May's breakfast sponsor is Southwest NOW Magazine. Be sure to RSVP for this upcoming Morning Networker happening Tuesday, May 1st starting at 8am! We will also be taking a tour of the new incubator facilities before and after this event.
 
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! (Non-Chamber Members are only $7.00 to attend!) If you are interested in being a sponsor or hosting us at your business, please contact the Chamber for more information.
Date: May 1, 2018
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/good-morning-desoto-monthly-small-business-networker-tickets-45518758833
Location: Friends Place Adult Day Center
1232 W. Belt Line Rd.

 
Contact: Brittani Washington, 972.224.3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
8am to 9am
Fees/Admission: Members [Free]
Non-Members [$7.00]
May 4    Ribbon Cutting: Big Al's Cellular Repair


Please join us in welcoming this new Chamber Member!
Date: May 4, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: 208 S Hampton, Ste 102
DeSoto, Texas   75115
 
Contact: Big Al's: 972-223-2615 Chamber: 972-224-3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Fri, May 4, 2018
Noon to 12:30 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 5    Cedar Valley College 40th Anniversary Gala


Hello community partners. On behalf of Dr. Joe Seabrooks, I am so excited to announce, that this year Cedar Valley College (CVC) is celebrating its 40th year of service to our community.  CVC has been educating students, providing contract training for employers, continuing education for adults and life-long learners, as well as, hosting a number of community organizations that provide information and awareness around opportunities to strengthen our community.
 
Because you are so important to us, we wanted you to be one of the first to receive the Save-the-Date for our celebration gala happening, Saturday, May 5, 2018. 
 
I know you are wondering why we are sending this notice so early.  We know you are busy people and we want you to place this date on your calendar and plan to join us in the spring of 2018 for this grand celebration.
Date: May 5, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Contact: Toni Scott (972) 860-7892
EMail: tscott@dcccd.edu
Date/Time Details: Sat, May 5, 2018 
Fees/Admission: TBA
May 5    Anniversary Concert [Hillside Village - Cedar Hill]
Join us for a concert event at the Village Green to kick-start our 10th-anniversary celebrations. The Inspiration Band! will excite, engage and entertain you with Top 40 variety – all genres – all decades PLUS a laser light show finale!
Date: May 5, 2018
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1991355554457603/
Location: 305 W FM 1382, Ste 590
Cedar Hill, Texas 75104
Date/Time Details:
 
Saturday, May 5 at 
7 PM - 9 PM
Fees/Admission: Free
May 6    Celebration of Mothers
We are so excited to have our very first Celebration of Mothers event!

Grab your pearls and denim and join us as we eat, fellowship and celebrate with one another. We will have a silent auction...so continue to check on our Facebook page for some of the great items we will be auctioning.

We can't wait to see you there!!

If you are interested in donating to our silent auction or becoming a sponsor, please contact us at info@heartcourage.org.

Our Current Sponsors and Silent Auction Donors Oriental Trading Southwest Airlines Guy Harvey Total Wine Tangerine Salon Dallas Cowboys Chamberlain Steak House Stampin Up Adventure Landing The Art of Wine Susie Cakes Alley Cats Studio Movie Grill Lug Life Omni Dallas Texas Rangers Iron Cactus Bank of Desoto MARCUS (Denim & Soul) Barnes & Noble (Cedar Hill) Cutco Kitchen Manager - Plano Moxie Rose Photography Times Ten Cellar Popcorn Junction Dallas Zoo
Date: May 6, 2018
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebration-of-mothers-tickets-42150363873
Location: Bluebonnet Room
DeSoto Civic Center
221 E. Pleasant Run Rd
DeSoto, TX    75115
 
Contact: Dania Carter; 972-920-6510
EMail: info@heartcourage.org
Date/Time Details: May 6, 2018
2:00 - 5:00pm
Fees/Admission: $25
May 12    Mom 2 Mom Spa Soiree [MyChoice Spa & Wellness Lounge]



Join us at MyChoice Spa & Wellness in DeSoto for our Mother's Day Event: Mom2Mom Spa Soiree on Saturday, May 12th from 1pm to 6pm. Our Mother's Day Special is $69 for your choice of 1/2 Hour Massage or Facial, access to our whirlpool and sauna. Your spa purchase will also include a free robe with proceeds sponsoring a spa day for a domestic abuse survivor.

We will also have beauty, clothing & accessory vendors available. Door Prizes & Raffle Drawings throughout the afternoon as well. So stop by and bring your mom for this special occasion.

This event is free to attend, please RSVP on Eventbrite.

Date: May 12, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mom-2-mom-spa-soiree-mothers-day-event-tickets-45246157475
Location:

My Choice Spa & Wellness Lounge

1110 East Pleasant Run Road

DeSoto, TX 75115

Contact: MyChoice Spa & Wellness Lounge
Date/Time Details:

Sat, May 12, 2018

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Fees/Admission: Free.

This event is free to attend, please RSVP on Eventbrite.
May 12    Prophetic Conference - Don't let your "Pride Contaminate Your Spirit."
Hello, all of God sons and daughters - we are back again!

Divine Purpose & Connection will be having a Prophetic service. This Mother's Day event will be Powerful, awesome and anointed Prophet accurate and on time with God and thus said the Lord Apostle/Prophet Jerry Edwards.

Come hear the Prophet from the Lord. Divine Healing, Salvation; Overflow increase.

May 12,2018 in the Pecan Room inside DeSoto Civic Center, located at 211 Pleasant Run Rd. in DeSoto TX 75115. Start time 6:00 PM.

All creed are "Welcome! All creed has a need from the Lord. This is a great late evening Mother's Day gift EVENT!!!
Date: May 12, 2018
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://divinepurposeandconnection.org
Location: Pecan Room
DeSoto Civic Center
211 Pleasant Run Rd.
DeSoto Tx 75115
 
Contact: Ada Mckinsey 469-520-2484
EMail: adamckinseynatchez@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: May 12, 2018
6:00 - 9:00pm
Fees/Admission: FREE Admission
May 17    China Trip Q&A - No commitment, just learn about it

Remember, the cost is only $2,199 per person for this all-inclusive Trip of a Lifetime for Chamber Members. Non-members pay only $2,399 per person - still a bargain for all that is included.

If you missed the first Q&A with the Tour Guide, don't worry! He's returning again on May 17 to discuss the Chamber's upcoming trip to China. He will cover: passport, visa, hotel info, communication, currency, tipping and any other questions you might have.
Date: May 17, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org/china-trip---oct-2018.html
Location: DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room
304 N Hampton Rd
DeSoto, Texas    75115
 
Contact: Laura Terhune, CEO 972-224-3565
EMail: president@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Thu, May 17, 2018
5:30 to 7 pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 18    DeSoto Chamber Scholarship Deadline


We are proud to announce that the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce has recently established a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. The student applicant must work for a Chamber member business – OR -- his/her parent/guardian must work for a Chamber member business.

To verify the membership status, check our member database online: http://desotochamber.chambermaster.com/list
 
The mission of the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce is “…to expand, nurture and promote the business community by providing quality service, educational opportunities, establishing partnerships and advocating for businesses to build a stronger community.” We feel that a scholarship helps us to achieve two (or more!) of those goals – PLUS we welcome the opportunity to support the students and parents who work for our member businesses.

We realize that we’ve had this idea at the “last minute” so we’ve set a quick deadline of May 18. Next year, we will have an online form, but this year, all applicants need to complete the attached paper application . Once completed, it can be mailed, emailed or faxed to the Chamber.

Phone: 972-224-3565
Fax: 972-532-1022
Email: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date: May 18, 2018
Website: http://www.desotochamber.org/dcc-scholarship-program.html
Location: Return Application to:
DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
304 N. Hampton Rd
DeSoto, TX    75115
Contact: Brittani Washington, 972.224.3565
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Application Deadline:
May 18, 2018
Fees/Admission: Open to Chamber Members only
May 19    Sizzling Summer of Soul [DeSoto Parks & Rec]
Date: May 19, 2018
Time: 8:00 PM - 11:55 PM
Website: https://www.ci.desoto.tx.us/1843/Sizzling-Summer-of-Soul-Prelude-Party
Location: Home2 Suites
1300 E. Centre Park Blvd
DeSoto, Texas    75115
 
EMail: marketing@desotochamber.org
Date/Time Details: Sat, May 19, 2018
8 pm to Midnight
 
Fees/Admission: $35 per person
(Reserved seats are SOLD OUT - but we have a limited number of 'party passes' available)
May 24    Best Southwest Partnership Education Luncheon
The Best Southwest Partnership Presents... The 2018 Education Luncheon
Keynote speaker: Honorable Michael Williams, Former Texas Education Commissioner

The Best Southwest Partnership is offering twelve (12) $1,000 College Scholarships to qualifying high school seniors residing in the BSWP Region. One student that resides in each of our partner cities; Balch Springs, Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Ferris, Glenn Heights, Hutchins, Midlothian, Ovilla, Red Oak and Wilmer will be honored at this event.

May 18 until Sold Out: * Individual Ticket - $50
Date: May 24, 2018
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://bestsouthwest.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=217
Location: Hilton Garden Inn
800 N. Main St.
Duncanville, TX   75116

 
Contact: Best Southwest Partnership | Amanda Skinner | 972-754-8124
EMail: admin@bestsouthwest.org
Date/Time Details: Thu, May 24, 2018
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Register HERE
Fees/Admission: See Event Description regarding prices for individual tickets, sponsorship opportunities or reserved tables


 
May 29    Chamber Board of Directors
Monthly Board of Directors Meeting

Agenda varies but includes approval of Minutes, review of Financial Reports, discussion of recent and upcoming activities as well as Staff Reports
Date: May 29, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: ZOOM
Contact: Chamber Staff: (972) 224-3565
EMail: admin@desotochamber.org
May 30    Leadership Southwest Exec Board
Executive Board Meeting

Agenda:
Minutes
Financial Reports
Discuss matters to be on the Board agenda
Discuss personnel matters, as needed
Date: May 30, 2018
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.leadershipsw.com/
Location: Locations vary each month
EMail: admin@leadershipsw.com
Date/Time Details: Last Wed each month (except Dec)
3:30 to 4:30 pm