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10/1/2024
Small Business & Nonprofit ConferenceOctober 1 - 4St. Louis County Library and St. Louis Public Library are hosting a free conference for aspiring small business owners in October. Join us for three days of virtual and in-person networking and education on a variety of business-critical skills and strategies. The programs are free, but registration is required. See the full schedule and learn more. |
Information and registration: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/series?sn=Small+Business+and+Nonprofit+Conference
10/2/2024
Join Captain Means and others from the St. Louis County Affton-Southwest Precinct for casual conversation. No agenda or speehes, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to meet your police officers. 10/4/2024
Join us October 4th from 4-6pm for our Fall, Halloween family event! Activities, crafts, games, and more! Costumes are encouraged! Call 314-615-8822 for more information! Pre-registration is required by noon 10/4.Ages 2-10 $7/child, Adults are free
Online registration link https://mo-stlouiscounty.civicrec.com/MO/st-louis-county-mo/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTE4Njk3NTU=
10/5/2024
BBQ!Carry out only until 5:30 pm or until food runs out.
Pork steak, 1/3 slab ribs, 1/2 chicken, 2 bratwurst dinners available and include 2 sides (potato salad & baked beans) for only $12. Hamburgers, brats & hot dogs also available.
We hope to see you there!
CAN YOU HELP?
We need volunteer workers at the Fall BBQ! Shifts between 9:00 am-5:30 pm
This is a great way to give back, network, and have fun! Click here to volunteer.
10/6/2024
Trinity UCC Annual Outdoor Worship and Blessing of the Pets10/6/2024
We're so excited to announce that this year's Bake Sale for Backstoppers will AGAIN be held at Firehouse #1 in Affton, 9282 Gravois Road! THANK YOU to all the firefighters for accommodating us again!
Come on up to Affton Fire Station #1 for delicious baked goods! All your favorites will be there - fudge, Mom's banana bread, chocolate chip cookies, gooey butter cake, pumpkin bread, and Rice Krispy pops, to name a few! There are gluten free options available along with treats from local bakeries.
All proceeds will go directly to Backstoppers. Last year we raised just over $9,500 and this year we hope to go well over $10,000! We can't wait to see you there!
OUR STORY: For more information on how this annual event got started, please read our short story in the following Backstoppers article:
https://backstoppers.org/baking-backstoppers-one-familys-mission-make-difference/
10/8/2024
Join us for dinner and our upcoming workshop, "Three Emotional Pitfalls in Long Term Equity Investing," presented by WealthPlan Advisors Group.
In this session, we'll explore the psychological challenges that can impact long-term investment decisions and offer strategies to overcome them. Perfect for both novice and experienced investors, this workshop aims to provide you with the tools needed to navigate the emotional aspects of investing and maintain focus on your long-term financial goals. Sign up now to secure your place and take a step towards more informed and disciplined investing.
If you have previously attended and would like to join us again, please invite guests to join you. Help us to educate those you hold
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RSVP to Denise at 314-845-8222 by October 3rd.
10/10/2024
11:15 am Registration | 12:00 noon Lunch
$20 Affton-Lemay Members | $25 Non-Members
Please register by October 4
Meeting Sponsored by Affton School District
10/11/2024
FOOD! GAMES! GIVEAWAYS!
Sample great food from local restaurants, bakeries, and caterers!
Proceeds to benefit the Hancock Place School District & Affton-Lemay Chamber of Commerce.
10/12/2024
Neighborhood Watch Association led by St. Louis County Police Department will hold a meeting at Lemay Park. We are looking forward to seeing you there. Note: this is the initial meeting, please attend. 
10/15/2024
Salem will host a VACCINE CLINIC with The Affton Medicine Shoppe in our Fellowship Hall on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15th, with appointments available from 11:30am until 2:00pm. Flu shots and COVID boosters (Moderna and Pfizer) are available.Schedule your appointment now by calling the church office at 314-352-4454.
10/15/2024
The New Resident Mailing is sent quarterly to new homeowners in 63123 & 63125 welcoming them to our area.
Welcome new residents by including an advertisement flyer, coupon, or menu.
It's perfect for:
Restaurants | Churches | Financial Institutions | Service-Based Businesses
or any member trying to reach new customers!
New Resident Mailing Details
You provide 300 inserts on paper no heavier than 24 lb. May be two-sided.
$40 :: Half Page Insert
(no larger than 5.5" x 8.5")
$80 :: Full Page Insert
(no larger than 8.5" x 11", must be folded in half or tri-fold)
This advertising opportunity is for Chamber Members ONLY.
Drop off 300 inserts & payment at Affton-Lemay Chamber of Commerce office by 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 15.
Register and we'll remind you if you haven't dropped off your inserts by the deadline!
Has designing and printing an insert been the reason you haven't participated in the New Resident Mailing?
Our staff will design your insert and print it!
For an additional $15, we will use your guidance to design & print a one-sided, half-page, color insert on white paper with your logo, services, discounts, contact information, etc. A proof will be provided for your approval.
Deadline for this service is Tuesday, October 8.
10/17/2024
9:00 am Meeting Begins
No RSVP is needed, just show up!
Join with other women from Affton & Lemay for a fresh way to start your day! Along with networking, the goal for this new small group is to share, support, educate, and encourage fellow women in the Chamber.
Join the group on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/brewafftonlemay/
10/17/2024
Need ideas for upcoming marketing campaigns or events? The team at Safeguard would be thrilled to help you Build Your Brand and help you stand out above the rest! Stop by and visit with several of our vendors to get ideas that for your next event/campaign.
Register at www.safeguardservice.com
10/19/2024
Come see your favorite firefighters serve up some delicious BBQ. We will have ribs, pulled pork, chicken, burgers and more. Plenty of seating inside so this event is rain or shine! Pricing and full menu will be posted closer to the event. 10/21/2024
Nominate someone great in the Affton-Lemay area!Business Person of the Year | Citizen of the Year
Commercial New Construction | Commercial Renovation
(if you'd like to submit nominations for more than one category, you will need to submit them separately)
Deadline for nominations is October 21, 2024.
Awards will be presented at the Annual Awards & Dinner Auction Gala on January 25, 2025.
10/21/2024
Foursome Scramble benefitting Feed My People. Check back for more details.
10/29/2024
ambassador (am-bas-uh-der, -dawr)a person who acts as a representative or promoter of a specified activity
Ambassadors are official representatives of the Affton-Lemay Chamber that serve as volunteers on the “front-line” of our meetings & events. Help educate prospective members & guests, welcome new members, and facilitate networking. Committee attends Affton-Lemay Chamber events (meetings, ribbon cuttings, social hours, etc.) and facilitates Key to Chamber Success Seminar.
Mission Statement: The Affton-Lemay Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors promote member commitment through raising awareness of Chamber activities and benefits, promoting member engagement in various activities, and serving as a connection between the chamber and its members.
If you are interested in finding out more information about becoming an Ambassador, please contact Mandy Montgomery.