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11/2/2022 | Annually one of our most popular luncheon programs, this event will feature local restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and other food service providers from throughout our Chamber membership! They will share gift ideas, menu offerings, catering information (if applicable), and samples of their choosing in order to help us prepare for holiday entertaining, both personal and business. With many holiday and family celebrations - no matter how small - in your future between now and the end of the year, this is the perfect time to find out what your fellow Chamber members have to offer! more info... |
11/3/2022 | The goal of our women’s only handgun courses are to give you the knowledge and skills in a non-intimidating, comfortable learning environment, to build on in our follow up courses. We want to build your foundation around the basics that most people bypass completely or were taught incorrectly. The most important thing when it comes to the handling of any firearm, is safety. By increasing your knowledge, it will increase your confidence. INCREASE KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS UNDERSTAND TERMS AND LINGO PROVIDE A FOUNDATION GAIN CONFIDENCE & EXPERIENCE INSTILL SAFETY more info... |
11/4/2022 | Firearms Fundamentals For Conceal Carry, Personal/Home Defense and Tactical Shooting WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Firearms Basics Firearms Safety Range Commands Concealment Strategies Grip Combat Stance Drawing From A Holster Ready Positions Sight picture Sight Alignment Understanding Use Of Force more info... |
11/9/2022 | The team at Strategic Tax Planning will provide crucial information regarding the ERC for businesses/employers that experienced partial shutdowns due to government orders limiting commerce, travel, group meetings, etc; or that experienced significant declines in quarterly gross receipts (compared to 2019) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The ERC is a refundable payroll tax credit that can be as high as $5,000 per employee in 2020 and as high as $21,000 per employee in 2021. You can take part in the webinar on your own or you can come to the Fenton Chamber office - we'll have coffee and light refreshments. You will learn: 1) how the ERC works, 2) who qualifies for the ERC, 3) benefits for small and large businesses, 4) application deadline, 5) qualification for those who received other funds previously, and other valuable information. more info... |
11/10/2022 | “The Science of Growth” is the topic of the 2022 Economic Outlook Breakfast, hosted by several St. Louis County area Chambers of Commerce. The keynote speaker is Stephanie Regagnon, Executive Director of Innovation Partnerships at Danforth Plant Science Center. She will be joined by Ben Johnson, Vice President of Programs, BioSTL and Angelo Kourkafas, CFA, Investment Strategist, Edward Jones to expand on how the sciences have and will continue to strengthen the economy of the St. Louis region. The panelists will offer a question and answer session. Attendees include business, civic, legislative, and municipal leaders representing critical industries and related economic sectors in the greater St. Louis area. Event Fee: $35 | Sponsorship Opportunities Available more info... |
11/10/2022 | Neighborhood: Olde Towne Fenton Let's Get Together... In Your Neighborhood! Meeting members & supporting businesses... one neighborhood at a time! The Fenton Chamber is committed to meeting members where they are. We want to make it EASIER for our members to connect with Fenton Chamber staff and fellow members, as well as meeting fellow business owners near them that they may not meet at other events. With each of these IYN events, we will target a specific "neighborhood" location by choosing a meeting place for breakfast/lunch/after hours. All are welcome to each IYN event, but we make an effort to personally invite members and non-members, within close distance of that location, to attend. No event fee; attendees pay their own way more info... |
11/14/2022 | The MO CCW - Conceal Carry course is designed for people who wish to obtain their concealed firearms permit. The course goes over basic handgun safety and range rules, proper firing techniques, Missouri laws pertaining to concealed carry and live-fire at the range. The morning session of the class will take place in the classroom. Live-fire at the range will be conducted in the afternoon. Students are required to fire 20 practice rounds and 20 qualification rounds from either a revolver or a semi-automatic. more info... |
11/15/2022 | We invite Chamber members and those in the community to join us at Divine Energy Studio for a "Connect Over Coffee" event! Enjoy coffee and light refreshments while connecting with fellow Chamber members and guests in attendance. Hear from owner Tammy Elkins as well as those who operate out of the studio; they will introduce themselves, share information about the services they offer, and provide information about their businesses. Stop by on your way into work, stay for as long as your schedule permits. FACC Members: No Charge Non-Members: $10 more info... |
11/19/2022 | The MO CCW - Conceal Carry course is designed for people who wish to obtain their concealed firearms permit. The course goes over basic handgun safety and range rules, proper firing techniques, Missouri laws pertaining to concealed carry and live-fire at the range. The morning session of the class will take place in the classroom. Live-fire at the range will be conducted in the afternoon. Students are required to fire 20 practice rounds and 20 qualification rounds from either a revolver or a semi-automatic. more info... |
11/19/2022 | Music-themed trivia benefiting Mary’s House of Hope will be held at Villa Antonio Winery, 3660 Linhorst Road, in Hillsboro. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., First question is at 6:30 p.m. $120 per table of 8, or $150 per table of 8 if you sign up after November 4. $20 per individual. Food and beverages will be available for sale. No outside beverages. There will be raffles, a 50/50 drawing, heads or tails, and more! To reserve a table, visit Comtrea.org/events or e-mail fundraising@comtrea.org. more info... |
11/20/2022 | The MO CCW - Conceal Carry course is designed for people who wish to obtain their concealed firearms permit. The course goes over basic handgun safety and range rules, proper firing techniques, Missouri laws pertaining to concealed carry and live-fire at the range. The morning session of the class will take place in the classroom. Live-fire at the range will be conducted in the afternoon. Students are required to fire 20 practice rounds and 20 qualification rounds from either a revolver or a semi-automatic. more info... |
11/20/2022 | The CCW course is designed for people who wish to obtain their concealed firearms permit or learn permitless carry safetylaws and basics. The course goes over basic handgun safety and range rules, proper firing techniques, Missouri laws pertaining to concealed carry and live-fire at the range. The morning session of the class will take place in the classroom. Live-fire will be conducted in the afternoon. 8 Hours Of State Mandated Training Certified Instruction Combination Class & Range Time Safe, Comfortable Training Environment Firearms Qualification Course Completion Certificate NO Range Fees Snacks & Beverages Provided Eye & Ear Protection Included Targets Firearm & Ammo Firearms Safety Marksmanship Fundamentals State Requirements for Purchase & Ownership Discussion of MO State Firearms LawsUse of Force Hands-On Drills more info... |
11/25/2022 -11/26/2022 | A Tree-Mendous Christmas Fest, a tree and wreath silent auction, will be held Friday, Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Festus Comtrea Building, 110 N. Mill St. Bidders may also shop online at bidpal.net/treemendouschristmasfest. Proceeds benefit A Safe Place domestic violence shelter. In-person attendees may enter our holiday giveaway. For additional information, e-mail fundraising@comtrea.org or call 636-232-2339. more info... |