Save the dates for these upcoming Chamber events. Whether you are looking to open doors to new connections with networking, gain visibility through sponsorship opportunities, or to entertain and do teambuilding with your staff, the Chamber offers plenty of options this Summer and Fall.

Chamber Picnic
-Friday, June 3 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
-Ward Nail Park | 801 McClure Ave., Lowell

All Chamber members, volunteers, committee members, board members and special friends are invited to the Chamber Picnic on Friday, June 3 at Ward Nail Park in Lowell.

Each year, Chamber members provide hours of community service, give discounts on goods needed for Chamber programs and donate everything from snacks to door prizes for Chamber events. 

The Chamber staff would like to show its gratitude for all of these little things (and big things, too) and express appreciation to the Chamber’s friends and family. Come enjoy some delicious food and have some fun with your Chamber staff! 

Thank-A-Teacher Celebration Presented by Sam's Furniture
-August 9, 2022 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
-Rogers High School | 2300 S. Dixieland Road

This annual event celebrates local teachers who are making a big difference in the world.

Teachers give our children so much and use their classrooms as the first steps in educating the next generation of workforce that will keep our businesses and our community thriving well into the future. Though we can never thank them enough, this event is an opportunity to let them know how much we appreciate all that they do.

You can participate in three ways!

• Donate a $50 prize

• Purchase an Exhibit Booth for the Fair

• Sponsor the Celebration and Participate in the Program

WELCOME BACK ADDRESS AND PRIZE EXTRAVAGANZA
Here is your chance to give back to the community and say thank you by rewarding our teachers with valuable door prizes. About 1,200 teachers are expected to attend the celebratory event. Your Chamber staff will announce winners one-by-one, thanking the donor, and waiting for the winning teachers' schools to erupt in cheers! After all 100+ prizes have been given out, Sam's Furniture and other sponsors will announce large prizes being donated to deserving teachers. 

THANK-A-TEACHER CELEBRATION FAIR PRESENTED BY FAIR SPONSOR: HIGHT JACKSON ASSOCIATES, P.A.
The Fair opens at 9:15 a.m. when over a thousand teachers exit the prize giveaway in the auditorium. 

The fair and complimentary breakfast is a fun, bustling opportunity to engage with the district's educators. The Chamber organizes this portion of the day's celebration, sponsored by the Fair Sponsor, Hight-Jackson Associates, P.A. This is a great opportunity to present your products and services to more than 1,200 faculty and staff of the public schools, charter schools, private schools, and the community college.

Booth space is very affordable, starting at $100 for non-profits, $125 for members, and $350 for non-members. Sponsor booths are also available with added benefits by contacting Member Services at [email protected].

Chamber Golf Tournament
-Friday, September 16 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
-The Creeks Golf & RV Resort | 1499 S. Main St. - Cave Springs

Join us Thursday, September 16, for the 2022 Chamber Golf Tournament. This is a four-person scramble with shotgun start times of 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at The Creeks Golf & RV Resort. The tournament is a fun day for Chamber members to come together, compete for prizes and network with other players. It's a great way to treat yourself, reward company employees and say thank you to special clients on the golf course.

A Fun Day | Contests & Prizes, Snacks, Beverages & Delicious Food
Players can test their skills in the hole-in-one, longest drive, closest-to-the-pin and putting contests. Prizes will be awarded for top finishing team and individual contest winners. Each golfer will receive complimentary beverages and snacks. Breakfast will be served for the morning golfers. Lunch will be served to every golfer.

Sponsorships Available Now
Not a golfer? Sponsoring the 2022 Chamber Golfer Tournament is an effective, low-cost way to promote your company and raise your company's profile in the community. Sponsorship packages include the opportunity to reach all golf participants and be recognized by the Chamber. Contact the Chamber's Member Services Team at (479) 636-1240 or email [email protected] for sponsorship details.

RLACC Sporting Clays Classic
-Friday, October 14 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
-Gunsmoke Sporting Clays | 17243 Wendell Jones Road - Garfield

This popular event offers members a unique and fun opportunity to network with other business professionals and conduct business on the range at Gunsmoke Sporting Clays in Garfield. Sponsors may invite special customers/clients to join them as a gesture of thanks or reward employees with a day of team building.

Sponsorships include the opportunity to interact with participants and market your business. Shooters receive lunch, snacks and beverages.

Experienced and novice shooters alike are encouraged to attend. Bring your colleagues, clients, family and friends out for a fun day of shooting.

Taste of Rogers
-Thursday, October 27 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
-Founders Plaza Terrace | 5001 S. Founders Way - Rogers

Taste of Rogers will feature small bites, desserts and beverages prepared by local chefs. Local musicians will be featured at the event. Sponsor this event to reach an eclectic audience of young professionals, Chamber businesses, visitors and food enthusiasts from across NWA.

Northwest Arkansas Young Professional (YP) Summit
-November | Date TBA

The NWA YP Summit is led by a volunteer-based group of engaged young leaders who want to aid in the attraction, retention, and development of young talent to sustain the overall health of the region. The first event was held in August of 2016 at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers with more than 280 young professionals from across the region in attendance.

Each year, organizers work to bring together a diverse group of participants and remarkable presenters through innovative breakout sessions with topics that focus on personal, professional and philanthropic growth. This mission will be achieved by helping young professionals find their voice, follow their passions, stay abreast of the latest professional development topics, get involved, and get connected to resources and tools to ensure success.

Stay tuned for the latest information about the 2022 NWA YP Summit at www.nwaypsummit.com.