Events for March 2024
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
Mar 1    2024 Ribbon Cutting: 609 Social Market
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for 609 Social Market on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. 
Date: March 1, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: 609 Bank Street
Decatur, AL 35601
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 2    Blues, Brews & BBQ
Enjoy a night of good beer, bbq & blues. Tapping 6 different IPAs plus 2 Dry Hopped Firkin. Gholston's BBQ Food truck and Astronomical Blues Band will be joining us
Date: March 2, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: XEO
EMail: events@xeobrewing.com
Date/Time Details: March 2, 2024 5pm
Fees/Admission: $10 pre sale; $20 at the door Cover Charge
Mar 6    2024 Breakfast & Biz 1st Quarter

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At the Chamber's next Breakfast & Biz event on Wednesday, March 6, Daniel Starr, Managing Partner for Lightwire Solutions, will discuss cyber security strategies for business growth, covering topics that include: 
- Recent cyber security trends
- How businesses can protect themselves 
- How small changes can have big results
- Changing Cyber insurance requirements
The Chamber's Breakfast & Biz professional development training and networking session provides ongoing support for our local business partners. Please register by Friday, March 1.

Date: March 6, 2024
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.dcc.org
Location: The Magnolia Room
216 Moulton Street NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Denice Marco
EMail: dmarco@dcc.org
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Doors open at 7 a.m.
Fees/Admission:
$15 for Chamber members
$30 for Future members
Check to see if your company is a Chamber member by clicking here.
 
Mar 7    2024 Ribbon Cutting: Archangel Group International
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Archangel Group International on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at the Chamber. 
Date: March 7, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: 515 6th Ave NE
Decatur, AL 35601
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 7    Singo Bingo
Its Bingo but with Music! Starts at 6pm with 3 Rounds.  It's Fun & Free.  Prizes for Winners
Date: March 7, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: XEO
EMail: events@xeobrewing.com
Date/Time Details: Thursdays at 6pm
Mar 8    2024 Commodore Meeting 03/08/2024
Commodore meeting.  Chamber Commodores are a highly energized and visible group of approximately 50 community business leaders, who promote the Chamber's services, connect members to the chamber, and assist in welcoming businesses to our community.  As engaged members, the Commodores attend ribbon cuttings, networking event, and serve as volunteers for major events.  This group is formed every Spring.  For more information about joining the Commodores contact Megan@DCC.org.
Date: March 8, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Contractor Service & Fabrication boardroom at the Chamber
515 Sixth Avenue NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Megan Holloway
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: Meetings are for current Commodores.  For more information about becoming a Chamber Commodore contact Megan Holloway via email Megan@dcc.org.
Mar 14    2024 SuperStar Teacher Presentation 03/14/2024
The SuperStar Teacher program recognizes teachers in the Decatur-Morgan County area who show excellence in leadership, creativity, and imagination in and out of the classroom setting. SuperStar Teachers make learning fun, support their students and are active in their community. They will be recognized by the Chamber and sponsors in a school setting a given a $150 gift card for use in their classroom and a $50 gift card for personal use.
 
School principals will submit nominations via a form provided by the Chamber and judging will be conducted by sponsors and one member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors.
Date: March 14, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://dcc.org
Location: Location varies based on month recipient of the SuperStar Teacher Award.
Contact: Amber Fortenberry
EMail: Amber@dcc.org
Mar 14    Singo Bingo
Its Bingo but with Music! Starts at 6pm with 3 Rounds.  It's Fun & Free.  Prizes for Winners
Date: March 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: XEO
EMail: events@xeobrewing.com
Date/Time Details: Thursdays at 6pm
Mar 15    2024 Ribbon Cutting: Watchman's Health
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Watchman's Health on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. 
Date: March 15, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: 1530 Wolverine Dr SE Ste D
Decatur, AL 35601
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 18    2024 Ribbon Cutting: Leading Edge Estate Group
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Leading Edge Estate Group on Monday, March 18, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. 
Date: March 18, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: 2314 6th Ave Unit C
Decatur, AL 35601
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 19 - Mar 20    2024 Excellence in Leadership 03/19-3/20 State Government (Montgomery Trip)
March - State Government (Montgomery Trip)

Excellence in Leadership is the premier leader development program for business professionals in Decatur-Morgan County directed toward individuals in our community who demonstrate leadership potential. A class of approximately 40 participants will have the opportunity to better understand our community, the challenges it faces, and to prepare for those challenges by meeting with and learning from other leaders in our area. The program offers numerous educational opportunities to broaden perspectives and gain an increased understanding of community dynamics and public issues. This is a ten-month program culminating with a graduation ceremony held during the Chamber's Annual Small Business Awards Celebration in May.
Date: March 19, 2024
Website: https://www.dcc.org/networking/
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
515 6th Avenue NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Judy Brown
EMail: judy@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: *Monthly meetings of Excellence are not open to the public.  For more information on how to get involved, contact Judy Brown, (256) 353-55312 judy@dcc.org.
Mar 19 - Mar 20    2024 Montgomery Public Policy Trip
Please plan to join us as the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce takes our annual trip to the Alabama State Capitol on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20, 2024. This overnight trip is designed to advance the Chamber's state Public Policy Agenda. It provides an opportunity to meet with key leaders to discuss issues impacting our business community, network with other community leaders and familiarize yourself with historical Montgomery landmarks.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor NUCOR Steel Decatur and gold sponsors Contractor Service & Fabrication, Inc. and Shawn D. Garth, Realtor for helping make this trip possible. Thank you to our Public Policy Program of Work Annual Sponsor Adams Beverages as well.
Date: March 19, 2024
Website: http://www.dcc.org
Location: Montgomery, AL
EMail: judy@dcc.org
Fees/Admission:

The trip registration is $300 for Chamber members which includes bus transportation for both days and all tours. All meals will be provided with the exception of dinner on Tuesday, March 19. We will meet at BComing Church in Decatur on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. and return by 6 p.m. on Wednesday.

 

Hotel reservations are not included but the Chamber has reserved a block of rooms at the Staybridge Suites Montgomery. You may reserve your room by calling (334) 532-0700 or click here to register online. When you click the link, you will need to put in the dates of your stay, and hit book now. This will direct you to the Chamber's room block and rates that range from $179 - $199 per night.

The deadline to register for the trip and hotel room is Thursday, February 29.

Mar 19    2024 Equip 03/19/2024
Equip is a career and leadership development program designed to prepare eighth grade students for the workforce. This is a 5-month program for 2 separate groups of students, 1 group per semester (Spring & Fall).  Each semester is made up of five classes attended by approximately 30 students from Morgan County, Decatur City, and Hartselle City Schools, as well as area private, parochial school, and home-schooled students.
Date: March 19, 2024
Time: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Website: https://www.dcc.org/networking/
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
515 6th Avenue NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Amber Fortenberry
EMail: amber@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: *Monthly meetings of Equip are not open to the public.  For more information on how to get involved, contact Amber Fortenberry, (256) 353-55312 amber@dcc.org.
Mar 20    2024 Edge Student Leadership 03/20/2024 - State Government, Montgomery Trip
March - State Government, Trip to Montgomery

Edge Student Leadership is designed for high school sophomores and juniors and is comprised of approximately 36 youth from Morgan County, Decatur City, and Hartselle City Schools, as well as some private, parochial, and home school students. Edge is a development program designed to prepare high school students to become leaders in their school and community. The group meets 1 day a month for nine months, where each month focuses on a different topic: Team Building, Decatur Now & Then, Law & Order, Healthcare & Education, Poverty Simulation, Economic Development, State Government, as well as a Kick-Off and Graduation event.


*Monthly meetings of Edge Student Leadership are not open to the public.  For more information on how to get involved, contact Judy@dcc.org or call (256) 353-5312.
Date: March 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Website: https://www.dcc.org/networking/
Location: Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
515 6th Avenue NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Judy Brown
EMail: Judy@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: *Monthly meetings of Edge Student Leadership are not open to the public.  For more information on how to get involved, contact Judy@dcc.org or call (256) 353-5312.
Mar 21    Singo Bingo
Its Bingo but with Music! Starts at 6pm with 3 Rounds.  It's Fun & Free.  Prizes for Winners
Date: March 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: XEO
EMail: events@xeobrewing.com
Date/Time Details: Thursdays at 6pm
Mar 22    2024 Ribbon Cutting: Trent Standridge Insurance Agency
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Trent Standridge Insurance Agency on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. 
Date: March 22, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: 713 6th Ave SE
Decatur, AL 35603
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 23    FREE Pictures with the Easter Bunny
The Wright Bunch, in partnership with MeritHouse Realty, is excited to bring you a special event this Easter season - FREE pictures with the Easter Bunny! Join us on Saturday, March 23rd from 2-4 for a fun-filled afternoon of kids activities and the chance to capture a memorable moment with everyone's favorite Easter character.

Bring your little ones and don't forget to bring your phone to snap some pictures of the kids with the Easter Bunny. Our team will be on hand to help with any technical difficulties and ensure you get the perfect shot to cherish for years to come.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with your family this Easter. We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: March 23, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
EMail: philipwrightrealtor@gmail.com
Mar 27    2024 Annual Meeting

The Chamber's 2024 Annual Meeting - presented by Indorama Ventures - is an opportunity to celebrate the past 12 months in our community while looking ahead to anticipate what's next for Decatur-Morgan County. Outgoing Chair Jamie Reeves will pass the gavel to incoming Chair John Holley.

Also, the Chamber will present the Athelyne C. Banks Citizen of the Year Award sponsored by Redstone Federal Credit Union and the Rosie Hennessy Award sponsored by Habitat ReStore, the latter to recognize our Commodore of the Year. 

Our keynote speaker will be Alex Manse. He is the President and CEO of The Sinclair Group, a premier management consulting firm based in Houston, Texas. It is one of the most prestigious boutique firms in the country, serving clients worldwide, including Shell, Dow Chemical, Aramco, Indorama, and Chevron. Alex personally led a team of consultants on the $20 billion Sadara Chemical Company project, the world's largest petrochemical complex in Saudi Arabia. 

Prior to his time as a consultant, Alex held several positions as an executive with ExxonMobil. He was named the National Engineer of the Year by the National Society of Black Engineers and has been recognized as one of Houston?s Top 40 under 40 Executives. He is lauded for his contribution to both industry and the community, supporting various charities and industry research groups.
 
Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Alex now resides in Austin, Texas, with his wife Lori. He is a graduate of Murray State University, where he received his degree in chemical engineering. He also did his graduate work at Princeton University, and he earned his MBA at Tulane University.


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Date: March 27, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.dcc.org
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Decatur Riverfront.
1101 6th Avenue NE
Decatur, AL 35601
Contact: Denice Marco
EMail: dmarco@dcc.org
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The deadline to register is Thursday, March 15.
Fees/Admission: $35 for members, $55 for future members 

Check to see if your company is a Chamber member by clicking here. If your company is a member, then you are a member. If you are not a member of the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, please register as a nonmember on the right side of the screen.

If you have trouble registering, please give us a call at (256) 353-0763 ext. 5 or email Rachel Keith @ rachel@dcc.org.
 
 
Mar 27    2024 Board of Directors Meeting 03/27/2024
Chamber Board of Directors meet monthly.  March's meeting is the Chamber's Annual Meeting.
Date: March 27, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton
Contact: Megan Holloway
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Mar 28    2024 Ribbon Cutting: Hardy Chiropractic
The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for Hardy Chiropractic on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. 
Date: March 28, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: 1408 5th Ave SE Suite 3
Decatur, AL 35601
EMail: Megan@dcc.org
Fees/Admission: This is a free event. Anyone from the community is welcome to attend!
Mar 28    Singo Bingo
Its Bingo but with Music! Starts at 6pm with 3 Rounds.  It's Fun & Free.  Prizes for Winners
Date: March 28, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: XEO
EMail: events@xeobrewing.com
Date/Time Details: Thursdays at 6pm
Mar 29    Chamber Closed for Good Friday
Date: March 29, 2024
Mar 29    Join Us for A Free Workshop and Conquer the Drain of Workplace Drama
Scheduled for March 29, 2024, at the Priceville Event Center in Decatur, AL, the Engaged Listening Workshop by Power 2 Transform aims to revolutionize workplace communication.

Participants will learn the critical skill of engaged listening to build trust, resolve conflicts, and enhance productivity. With activities focused on real-world application, attendees will learn to navigate communication breakdowns effectively, fostering a collaborative and appreciative work environment. The workshop is limited to 36 participants to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

Use promo code, WELCOME24 at checkout and attend for FREE.
Date: March 29, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Website: https://www.power2transform.com/listening-workshop
Location: Priceville Event Center
250 Marco Dr
Decatur, AL 35603
Contact: John Bentley, 256-612-0015
EMail: john@power2transform.com
Date/Time Details: March 29th, 2024
9:00 - 11:30 AM
Fees/Admission:

Use promo code, WELCOME24 at checkout and attend for FREE.