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Business View Weekly – December 10, 2020 | Chamber News, Business Headlines & Member Events
Chamber News
Sign up free for the Mobile Area Chamber’s annual State of the Economy. The event takes place virtually Wednesday, Dec. 16. The program begins at 8 a.m. with results of the Chamber’s business survey, followed by industry updates: Healthcare by Owen Bailey, USA Health; Shipbuilding, Craig Perciavalle, Austal USA; Small Business, Beth Morrissette, M2 Solutions; and Technology, Abe Harper, Harper Technologies.
The keynote begins at 9:30 by Dr. Jerry Parrish, chief economist and director of research for the Florida Chamber Foundation.
During the program, the Mobile Area Chamber will honor AM/NS Calvert as Manufacturer of the Year; and Airbus as Innovator of the Year. Sign up here.
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Sign up today for the first in a series of updated Google webinars. Reach Customers Online With Google During and After COVID-19, is set for Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Not sure you can make it? Register for this free event and we send you the recording.
You’ll learn how to:
- Create an effective profile and engage with customers
- Improve your website’s visibility in organic search results
- Design content, social media and email marketing
- Advertise on Google through Smart Campaigns
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The Mobile Area Chamber is helping The University of Alabama with getting input to its latest Alabama Business Confidence Index survey. The survey is open until Tuesday, Dec. 15, and will help forecast first quarter 2021 business activity. Find more information and the survey link here.
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Business Headlines
This week, Gov. Kay Ivey announced she was extending the Safer at Home and mandatory mask orders until Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, at 5 p.m. All orders in place remain the same.
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The Mobile County Health Department will again offer COVID-19 testing leading up to Christmas. The next “Know B4U Go” event is intended to protect travelers and their families during the holiday season. Scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., tests will be offered at the Keeler Memorial Building (251 N. Bayou St. in Mobile), Eight Mile Health Center (4009 St. Stephens Rd. in Prichard) and Semmes Health Center (3810 Wulff Rd. E.). No appointment necessary.
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Calagaz Printing, the Mobile Area Chamber’s Small Business of the Year, was recognized last week by the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama and the Business Council of Alabama. As one of 12 small business finalists statewide, Calagaz earned the Gold Award in the category of 11-50 employees.
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The Better Business Bureau released this holiday graphic to highlight the most common scams this time of year and help consumers avoid falling prey. Find the BBB Scam Tracker or report a scam here.
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Chamber Member Events
Friday, December 11
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
12/11/2020
10 a.m. to Noon
$12 cash
Mobile County Animal Shelter, 7665 Howell’s Ferry Rd.
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Christmas in Lights
Ongoing through 01/03/2021
5 to 9 p.m.
$16 adults / $8 for children 5 and up
12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd., Theodore
251.973.2217
It’s the 25th anniversary season of Magic Christmas in Lights. Call 800-247-8420, ext. 986, for discounted rates for groups of 20 or more.
Mobile Sports & Entertainment Group
Christmas Nights of Lights of Mobile
Through 01/01/2021
5:30 to 10 p.m. Nightly
$8 per person / $6 for seniors & military / free for children 4 and under
Hank Aaron Stadium, 755 Bolling Brothers Blvd.
251.572.2327
Drive-through light show where millions of Christmas lights dance to music played through your car radio.
OWA
Stoked Comedy Hypnosis Show
12/11/2020
7 to 8 p.m.
$24
Brandon Styles Live Theater, 101H S. OWA Blvd., Foley
251.237.3330
BrandonStyles.com
Join hypnotist Terry Stokes for 60 minutes of hilarious antics and unbelievable hypnotism at the Stoked Comedy Hypnosis Show. The audience is the “stars” of the show!
Saturday, December 12
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
12/12/2020
10 a.m. to Noon
$12 cash
Pet Supplies Plus, 803 Hillcrest Rd.
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Exploreum Science Center
Christmas at the Exploreum
12/12/2020
10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$5-$10 general admission
65 Government St.
251.208.6893
View exciting experiments and experience our STEM Wonderland exhibit.
Exploreum Science Center
Holiday Movie: Elf
12/12/2020
2 p.m.
$3 (plus exhibit cost if applicable)
65 Government St.
251.208.6893
A movie full of Yuletide cheer, Elf is a spirited, good-natured family comedy, and it benefits greatly from Will Ferrell’s funny and charming performance as one of Santa’s biggest helpers.
Mobile Symphony
A Bountiful Holiday
12/12/2020
6 and 8:30 p.m.
$15-$82
Saenger Theatre, 6 Joachim St.
251.432.2010
https://mobilesymphony.org/events
Don’t miss this musical treat for the whole family. Scott Speck will unpack a bounty of musical gifts on our stage this year, as we celebrate the holidays with an old-fashioned variety show featuring various orchestral sections.
OWA
Island Movie Night – Star Wars: A New Hope
12/12/2020
6 p.m.
Free – no admission required
100 N. OWA Blvd., Foley
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/starwarsanewhope/
Grab some cocoa, your fluffiest blanket and your favorite people, for a free screening of Star Wars: A New Hope at the OWA Island Amphitheater.
Sunday, December 13
OWA
Brunch with Santa
12/13/2020
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
$10.99 (++)
1501 S. OWA Blvd.
251.923.2111
https://visitowa.com/santabrunch/
Tickets include pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, your choice of drink and time with Santa. Located at Shady Arbor inside The Park. Park admission is not required.
Mobile Symphony
A Bountiful Holiday
12/13/2020
1 and 3:30 p.m.
$15-$82
Saenger Theatre, 6 Joachim St.
251.432.2010
https://mobilesymphony.org/events
Don’t miss this musical treat for the whole family. Scott Speck will unpack a bounty of musical gifts on our stage this year, as we celebrate the holidays with an old-fashioned variety show featuring various orchestral sections.
The University of Alabama
Showcase Mobile
12/14/2020
5:45 to 7 p.m.
Free
155 S. Water St.
205.615.9123
Are you hiring or in need of interns? Meet local UA students at this free recruiting event. Space is limited. All CDC guidelines will be followed.
Tuesday, December 15
The Net Effect
An Introduction to Preparing for the CMMC
12/15/2020
10 to 11 a.m.
$119
Online course via GoToMeeting
https://www.theneteffect.com/workshops/cmmc-intro.php
This online class will introduce you to the basics of the CMMC: terminology, timeline, applicability and basic preparation steps.
Victory Health Partners
Zoom Lunch and Learn
12/15/2020
Noon
Free
3750 Professional Pkwy.
251.445.0036
Interested in joining us for a Zoom Lunch with Victory’s founder and medical director? To join and receive Zoom meeting information, contact Kim Garrett, 251.445.0036.
Wednesday, December 16
LifeSouth
Holiday Blood Drive
12/16/2020
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Government Plaza, 205 Government St.
251.706.1470 ext. 56515
We are going to have recognition items as well as raffles from local restaurants and businesses.
Anytime Storage
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
12/16/2020
11 a.m.
Free
412 S. Broad St.
251-289-0709
Event will be catered by Mama’s and we’re hosting a Toys for Tots drive. Everyone is encouraged to bring an unopened toy that attends.
Thursday, December 17
Veterans Recovery Resources
Ground Breaking Ceremony
12/17/2020
4 p.m.
Free
1156 Springhill Ave.
251.405.3677
Breaking ground on renovation of historic building. This $6.5 million project will create a Detox & Residential Treatment Facility for Veterans, First Responders and their families. Small reception follows.
Restore Mobile and Downtown Mobile Alliance
Raise a Glass Virtual Wine Tasting
12/17/2020
7:15 p.m.
$30 minimum donation
251.289.0124
https://www.facebook.com/events/399762714411068
Raise a glass to restore a historic home. Learn all about reds and help repair a home downtown that was severely damaged during recent hurricanes.
Friday, December 18
Historic Mobile Preservation Society
Christmas at Oakleigh
12/18/2020
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
$10 / free for Oakleigh members
350 Oakleigh Pl.
Celebrate the Christmas season on Dec. 18 and 19. Take a Christmas tour, eat Christmas cookies and learn about antebellum Christmas traditions during our two-night celebration.
Mobile Sports Authority
AHSAA North-South All-Star Football Game
12/18/2020
7 p.m.
$10 general admission
Hancock Whitney Stadium, 307 University Blvd.
251.725.1794
This AHSAA-sanctioned annual football game features the top 74 senior players in the state competing in a North vs. South Alabama format. This is the first time in Mobile.
Saenger Theatre
Holiday Movie Series – Elf
12/18/2020
7 p.m.
$6 for adults / $3 for children 12 & under & seniors (60+)
6 S. Joachim St.
251.208.5600
This holiday season, the Saenger Theatre will showcase classic Christmas movies on the big screen. Santa will be there and we’ll be collecting donations for the Mobile Ronald McDonald House.
Saturday, December 19
Mobile Sports Authority
Port City Volley Jolly Invitational Christmas Volleyball Tournament
12/19/2020
7 a.m.
$10 for those 12 and above / 11 and under are free
Mobile Convention Center, 1 S. Water St.
251.725.1794
This AHSAA-sanctioned annual football game features the top 74 senior players in the state competing in a North vs. South Alabama format. This is the first time in Mobile.
This two-day early-season invitational holiday tournament for Gulf Coast Region USA Volleyball will feature teams from across the Southeast U.S. Age groups range from 12-18 years of age.
Mobile County Health Department
Rabies Clinic
12/19/2020
10 a.m. to Noon
$12 cash
Glamour Paws, 10005 Dauphin Island
251.690.8823
In order to adhere to social distancing recommendations, these events will be drive-through clinics. Mobile County Health Department provides low-cost rabies shots for dogs, cats and ferrets during weekend clinics that are good for one year.
Historic Mobile Preservation Society
Christmas at Oakleigh
12/18/2020
4:30 to 8 p.m.
$10 / free for Oakleigh members
350 Oakleigh Pl.
Celebrate the Christmas season on Dec. 18 and 19. Take a Christmas tour, eat Christmas cookies and learn about antebellum Christmas traditions during our two-night celebration.
Exploreum Science Center
Date Night – Die Hard
12/19/2020
5 to 8 p.m.
$10
65 Government St.
251.208.6893
https://www.exploreum.com/event/movie-date-night-die-hard/
Join us for “Date Night” with the most action packed Christmas movie ever, Die Hard, on the biggest screen in town. Must be at least 21 to attend.
Sunday, December 20
Mobile Sports Authority
Port City Volley Jolly Invitational Christmas Volleyball Tournament
12/20/2020
7 a.m.
$10 for those 12 and above / 11 and under are free
Mobile Convention Center, 1 S. Water St.
251.725.1794
This AHSAA-sanctioned annual football game features the top 74 senior players in the state competing in a North vs. South Alabama format. This is the first time in Mobile.
This two-day early-season invitational holiday tournament for Gulf Coast Region USA Volleyball will feature teams from across the Southeast U.S. Age groups range from 12-18 years of age.
Saenger Theatre
Holiday Movie Series – White Christmas
12/20/2020
3 p.m. / 2 p.m. doors open
$6 for adults / $3 for children 12 & under & seniors (60+)
6 S. Joachim St.
251.208.5600
This holiday season, the Saenger Theatre will showcase classic Christmas movies on the big screen. Santa will be there and we’ll be collecting donations for the Mobile Ronald McDonald House.
Monday, December 21
Exploreum Science Center
Winter Camps
12/21/2020
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$40-$50
65 Government St.
251.208.6893
https://www.exploreum.com/education/camps/
The Exploreum will be offering daily camps full of fun, seasonal STEM activities for children ages 4-11 years old. Registration includes camp activities, snacks and access to exhibits each day.
Thursday, December 31
Exploreum Science Center
Happy Noon Year
12/31/2020
10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$5-$10
65 Government St.
251.208.6893
Confetti cannons and more ring in the new year with a bang. You don’t have to make it to midnight – you just have to make it to lunch.
Sign up for the Business View Weekly here. The Chamber’s weekly e-news promotes news and events hosted by our members. Submit your news and events here. The deadline is every Wednesday at noon. Events run twice the week before and the week they occur. Scroll down for what’s on the schedule for the next two weeks.