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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: AUBURN RAYS TANNING SALON, ASHTON PARK AT NORTH LAKES, ELEGANT BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
AMERICA’S MATTRESS FLOOR MODEL SALE America’s Mattress is having a floor model sale while supplies last. The sale includes discounts on icomfort and iseries sets. New models are arriving soon. Great prices and free local delivery make for a great time to purchase a new mattress set. America's Mattress is located at 2408 East University Dr. For more information, please call (334) 209-2650.
OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Two buildings on Opelika Road near the Auburn Post Office are for sale or lease and are available now. Building one is approx. 2500 square feet with offices, reception area, kitchen area and three bathrooms. Building two is approx. 1500 square feet with offices/exam rooms, waiting room and bathroom. Both buildings feature rear parking. Contact Jennings Construction at (334) 821-0921, or e-mail [email protected] for information.
OLLI AT AUBURN GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Auburn University (OLLI at Auburn) will host its spring term 2014 general membership meeting on Monday, March 24, at 10 a.m. at the Clarion Inn & Suites. Keynote presenters will feature students and faculty of the Auburn University Department of Theatre and include a special performance. The information fair is from 8:45-9:45 a.m. and includes refreshments. Participants will have a chance to meet partners from the campus and community. For more information, contact Linda Shook at (334) 844-3105.
BAY LIMOUSINE SERVICE EXPANDING TO AUBURN-OPELIKA AREA Bay Limousine Service is proud to announce the addition of their newest location in the Auburn-Opelika area. Bay Limousine provides clients with professional, reliable and prestigious ground transportation, as well as well-groomed, experienced and knowledgeable chauffeurs ready to assist in meeting clients’ transportation needs. For more information, call (334) 792-8100.
LEE COUNTY AUTISM RESOURCE & ADVOCACY TO HOST A-DAY AUTISM 5K Lee County Autism Resource & Advocacy will host the A-Day Autism 5K on Saturday, April 19, at Town Creek Park on South Gay Street. The 5K is $25 for pre-registration and $30 for the day of the event. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk in the Park is $15 for pre-registration and $20 the day of the event. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. with the Fun Run/Walk immediately following the 5K finish. For more information, or to pre-register, visit https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=7751152.
MARCH MADNESS EXTRAVAGANZA AT HALFTIME Halftime will host a March Madness Extravaganza during the month of March. Along with the 16 TVs featuring all of the college basketball action, they will have a special menu including drink specials. Customers who come to every game at Halftime will receive a $10 gift card at the end of the last game. A basketball hoop contest will be held on April 5 in honor of the final four games. The winner of the basketball hoop contest will receive a $50 Halftime gift card. Brackets will be available to fill out, and the bracket closest to perfect will win a $25 gift card and a special edition Halftime March Madness t-shirt. Be sure to check their Facebook page daily for updates and special contests. For information, call (334) 887-7800.
GRAND OPENING OF OAK GROVE AT HIGHLANDS This Saturday, March 22, from 2-5 p.m., enjoy food, giveaways and family-friendly fun to celebrate the grand opening of Oak Grove at Highlands, an exciting new-home community in Auburn. The beautifully-decorated model home and four other homes currently under construction will be available to tour. Kids are invited to enjoy a bouncy-house, courtesy of Prewett Insurance Group. Meet all the businesses needed to begin the home-building or home-buying process.
The homes in Oak Grove at Highlands feature open-concept, functional floor plans with master bedroom suites on the main level, exciting new exterior designs with timeless features, and incredible designer finishes carefully chosen for each home. No detail is overlooked! The peaceful community offers walking trails, ponds and landscaping included in HOA, and all of the lots back up to open space for privacy. For more information contact Britni Ingram at (334) 559-4005 or [email protected].
MAESTRO 2300 WELCOMES CHEF NOOR THREET Maestro 2300 is pleased to introduce Chef Noor Threet as the new executive chef. Chef Noor’s love of food started while traveling throughout Europe and the Middle East, living in Dubai and India and immersing herself in international cuisine. She went on to take many management positions specializing in many types of food from French cuisine to pastries to farm-to-table. The new seasonal menu will be released March 20. Call 334-821-4448 for reservations.
SORRELLI JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW AT WRAPSODY A spring and prom Sorrelli jewelry trunk show will be held at Wrapsody on Thursday, March 20, from 11-6 p.m. It’s the perfect time to add sparkle to your spring look, Easter or prom. Enjoy 20% off all Sorrelli jewelry and enter to win a Sorrelli cuff bracelet. Call Wrapsody at (334) 887-7447 for more information or visit www.wrapsodyonline.com.
MELLOW DOG 5K TO BE HELD APRIL 5 The Mellow Dog 5K, hosted by Big Dog Running Company and Mellow Mushroom, will be held Saturday, April 5, at 5 p.m. The race will start at Cater Lawn at Auburn University and will finish with refreshments, drinks and free pizza provided by Mellow Mushroom. Registration is $25 prior to race and $30 on race day. To be guaranteed a shirt, you must be registered by March 24. Awards will be given in various categories in all age groups, as well as overall winners. To register or for more information, visit http://www.bigdogrunning.com/eventdetail/racesevents_racesevents/2014mellowdog.aspx.
FIMIANI DEVOLOPMENT CORPORATION HIRING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Fimiani Development Corporation is looking for an administrative assistant for a shopping center located in Opelika. The center is located approximately three miles from Auburn University. Duties include tenant assistance, property management, supervision of maintenance and vendors and marketing. Basic computer skills are required. Assistants will have their own office space to fulfill duties onsite. The position is Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and pays $12 an hour. For more information or to email your resume, contact [email protected] or fax to (561) 395-8886.
ACT SPRING BREAK INSTITUTE ACT Spring Break Institute (March 24 – 27, 2014) is an intensive test prep program that provides students with the tools they need to prepare for and excel on the ACT test. The condensed four-day format is a convenient way for students to develop essential test taking tools. Students are provided with an in-depth review of the exam materials, insight into strategies for succeeding on standardized tests, and a comprehensive study plan. For more information and to register online visit: https://mell-base.uce.auburn.edu/CourseStatus.awp?&course=14S2D016. Use code: TP50 for a $50 discount!
FAMILY AND FRIENDS EVENT AT SEARS HOMETOWN STORE Sears Hometown Store will host a Family and Friends savings event on March 23-24. Get an extra 15% off home appliances and 10% off almost everything else. The special savings are on top of already marked down appliances. Indoor and outdoor items will be on sale throughout the event. For more information, call (334) 364-0174 or visit them at 3724 Pepperell Parkway.
KAIZENOPS TO HOST LEADERCAST KaizenOps will host the Be a Leader Worth Following Leadercast 2014 Simulcast on Friday, May 9, at The Hotel at Auburn University, located at 241 S. College Street. Chamber members will receive 5% off with promo code: CHAMBER. Purchase tickets at www.leadercast.com/location.kaizenops or for email: [email protected] or call (334) 332-3526 for more information.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY AT ARICCIA TRATTORIA & BAR On Monday, March 17, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Irish way at Ariccia Trattoria & Bar. From 5-8 p.m. enjoy live music and Irish sliders on the patio. For additional information about the celebration, please visit www.facebook.com/hotelatauburn.
FORESITE GROUP SEEKING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Foresite Group has an opportunity for a self-starting, personal, and energetic administrative assistant to join their growing team in Auburn. This position will be full-time (40 hours) and will report to the division director. Requirements include: administrative experience, proficiency in Microsoft office, excellent communication skills, organization and time management skills and a positive, professional attitude. Responsibilities will include general office management, event planning and coordination, travel coordination and other duties as assigned. Please submit a resume to [email protected].
“DUNK ONE FOR DESSERT” AT CHICK-FIL-A FOR MARCH MADNESS Stop by Chick-fil-A TigerTown for a chance to “Dunk One for Dessert” every day in March from 2-5 p.m. (except Sundays). Shoot one basketball into the goal to win a FREE Chocolate Chunk Cookie, or make two baskets and win a Chick-fil-A basketball.
UNCLE MADDIO’S PIZZA JOINT NOW HIRING Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint-Auburn is looking for shift leaders and crew members. Uncle Maddio’s is a next generation pizza joint where traditional pizza-making philosophy meets a modern pizza-making kitchen, and will soon be opening in Auburn on South College Street. Applicants must be available to work a minimum of three days per week, have a valid government issued photo ID and social security card, and have reliable transportation to and from work. Employment applications and application essays can be emailed to [email protected], or dropped off at the restaurant (339 South College Street) Monday through Friday from 1-4 p.m.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB COMMUNITY SURVEY Auburn University students are conducting a survey on behalf of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County. The anonymous survey will provide feedback on the community's perception and awareness of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County and help improve programs, facilities and community interaction. Find the survey here: https://auburn.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8CiqP8IRI8h5sP3.
AUBURN CIVITAN CLUB MEMBERSHIP MEETING The Auburn Civitan Club is looking for civic minded people who like to give back to the community. They provide fellowship, education and community service, with an emphasis on helping people with developmental disabilities. The group also participates in other community activities and fundraisers. The next Civitan membership meeting is on March 21, from 12-1 p.m., at the AU Club on Yarbrough Farms Blvd. Lunch will be provided as well as information about the organization. Contact Dodie Gross at (334) 887-8924, or Lynn Sylvester at (334) 707-3775 for more information.
MERRILL LYNCH TO HOST MARCH MADNESS EVENT Anderson, Brooks, & Associates, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management will host the 2nd annual March Madness After Hours at the Auburn University Club on Thursday, March 20, starting at 4:30 p.m. The Auburn University Club will be having live music beginning at 6:30 p.m. and drinks and appetizers will be provided. To RSVP, contact David Brooks at [email protected] or Matt Anderson at [email protected].
Email all news items to Jennifer Fincher at [email protected].
CALENDAR of EVENTS
MARCH 18 Tuesday Talk at 8 a.m.
MARCH 19 Forest Ecology Preserve Fire Pit Ribbon Cutting at 3 p.m.
MARCH 21 Three Sixty presents Oak Grove at Highlands Ribbon Cutting at 10 a.m. (2312 North Donahue Drive)
APRIL 1 Auburn Chamber Board Meeting at noon
APRIL 3 Elegant Bridal Boutique Ribbon Cutting at 4 p.m.
APRIL 8 Tuesday Talk at 8 a.m.
APRIL 8 TherapySouth Ribbon Cutting at 1 p.m.
APRIL 15 Leads to Business at 8:30 a.m.
MEMBER HAPPENINGS