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STONE MARTIN BUILDERS PRESENTS COTSWOLDS PHASE 2

On August 20, join Stone Martin Builders for lunch at their new model home as they

celebrate the new phase of the Cotswolds neighborhood located at the end of

Richland Road. Lunch will be catered by Jim ‘N Nick’s. Cotswolds offers a variety of

new construction homes ranging from 2500-2900 square feet. Our model home is

located at 755 Cotswold Way. For more information, call Rick at (334) 744-0672 or

Cathy at (334) 728-1949.

JASON DUFNER & SAMSUNG CHOOSE “GRAND CHAMPION” HOME IN AUBURN FOR NEW TV COMMERCIAL

Recently a film crew for Samsung selected the 2014 Tour of Homes "Grand Champion" model home in East Lake Estates to

create a new commercial with 2013 PGA Champion, Jason Dufner. Even though Dufner had to withdraw from this year's

eXPRESSXPRESSXPRESSXPRESS CALENDAR of EVENTS

AUGUST 13 PPG Paints Ribbon Cutting at 11 a.m.

(3722 Pepperell Parkway)

AUGUST 14 Watsons’ Backyard Living Ribbon Cutting

at 10 a.m. (1799 Ogletree Road, Suite 300)

AUGUST 19 Leads to Business at 8:30 a.m.

AUGUST 20 Stone Martin Builders presents Cotswolds

Phase 2 Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 a.m. (755 Cotswolds, Auburn)

AUGUST 21 Marshall & Associates presents the newest

Gibson Building at 10 a.m. (670 N. College Street)

AUGUST 26 Auburn City Council Elections

AUGUST 26 Alumni Hall Ribbon Cutting at 10 a.m.

(339 South College Street)

AUGUST 27 Auburn Chamber Business Fair at

Auburn University from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

AUGUST 28 BurgerFi Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 a.m.

(339 S. College Street, Suite c)

SEPTEMBER 1 Auburn Chamber Office Closed

SEPTEMBER 4 Auburn Dental Spa Business After Hours

5-7 p.m. (1575 Professional Parkway)

For additional details, visit www.auburnchamber.com.

MEMBER HAPPENINGS

CITY COUNCIL ELECTIONS WILL BE HELD AUGUST 26.

Cast an informed vote! Candidate forums for

Wards 3, 5 and 6 will be held at the Auburn

Chamber on August 14.

WARD 3 5:30 PM

WARD 5 6:15 PM

WARD 6 7 PM

PROUD CORPORATE SPONSOR OF

THE AUBURN CHAMBER

create a new commercial with 2013 PGA Champion, Jason Dufner. Even though Dufner had to withdraw from this year's

tournament due to injuries, the audience saw plenty of him via the new commercial which can be seen here: http://

bit.ly/1nzuWPZ.

OLLI AT AUBURN BROWN BAG LUNCH AND LEARN WITH CHAD GIBBS

Writer Chad Gibbs, author of God and Football: Faith and Fanaticism in the SEC, will discuss writing at a Brown Bag Lunch and

Learn program presented by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Auburn University (OLLI at Auburn). His appearance, part

of a series of summer OLLI Brown Bag lunches, will be from 11:30 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. at the Clarion Inn & Suites located at

1577 South College Street. No registration is required and visitors are welcome. For more information about OLLI programs and

courses offered, visit www.olliatauburn.org, or contact Linda Shook at olli@auburn.edu or (334) 844-3105.

ACCOUNT DUE SERVICES OFFERING THREE NEW LEVELS OF DEBT RECOVERY FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES

Butch Brock, president of Account Due Services, LLC has announced three new levels of debt recovery services created

specifically for local businesses in Auburn and Opelika. ADS Green, ADS Yellow and ADS Red are escalating levels of revenue

cycle management for past due accounts that can save local business owners time chasing bad debt and drive revenue back to

the bottom line. More information is available at http://bit.ly/1nAtooI, or schedule a complimentary review by visiting

www.accountdue.com.

WATSONS’ BACKYARD LIVING GRAND OPENING

Watsons’ Backyard Living will hold their grand opening August 15-17. Visitors can enjoy grilling demonstrations on Friday from

10 a.m.– 3 p.m. and 10% off purchases in the store all weekend. Watsons’ Backyard Living is located at 1799 Ogletree Road,

Suite 300. Visit www.watsonsbackyardliving.com for more information and follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/

watsonsbackyardliving.

14TH ANNUAL WOOFSTOCK TO BE HELD AUGUST 23

The Lee County Humane Society will host the 14th annual Woofstock on August 23 at Kiesel Park from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. The day

will feature a blessing of the animals, tunes from Spicer’s Music garage bands and K-9 demonstrations from Lee County Sheriff’s

department, as well as the Auburn and Opelika Police Departments. Karlene’s K-9 Academy will lead an “Ask the Trainer”

session for those who have training and pet behavior questions, as well as conduct Canine Good Citizen testing. Attendees can

purchase and enjoy BBQ, flavored ice, sweet treats and more. LCHS will have dogs available for onsite adoptions. Local vendors

will be on hand selling a wide array of goods for people and pets alike. Stop by the microchip tent and invest in your pet’s safe

return if lost. Additional vendor space is still available. Vendors wishing to participate can contact Kristen Terry at

kristen@leecountyhumane.org. Admission is free.

INNER SPARK CREATIVE NOW TAKING CLIENTS

Inner Spark Creative is a marketing and advertising agency that believes a good partnership and a strategic vision can help

everyone have success in their business. They build relationships with businesses and help them build relationships with their

customers. Their strengths are their creative talent, strategic thinking and technical expertise. They offer social media

management, web design, branding, search engine optimization and traditional advertising services. Inner Spark would love to

get to know you and build on the vision you have for your business. Their work can be viewed at www.innersparkcreative.com.

For more information, please call (334) 826-7502.

FALLS CREST AT AUBURN UNIVERSITY CLUB TO FEATURE FOUR AWARD-WINNING BUILDERS

Stacy Williams Jordan, owner of Prudential Preferred Real Estate in Auburn, is pleased to announce that four award-winning

custom home builders will be featured in Falls Crest at Auburn University Club, a new neighborhood offering the few remaining

golf course lots in Auburn. The homes will feature a variety of custom floor plans. New home buyers also receive a membership

initiation waiver for the Auburn University Club. For additional information click here: http://bit.ly/1iNL0BU

TIGERTOWN SCAVENGER HUNT TO BE HELD AUGUST 16

TigerTown will host a scavenger hunt through participating TigerTown retailers for a chance to win a gift basket worth over

$500, including gift cards to restaurants and stores, amazing merchandise and a free night stay at a TigerTown hotel. Pick up

your contest map on August 16 between 10 a.m.– 2 p.m. at National Bank of Commerce and visit all participating retailers to

have your map validated by each store manager. Once completed, return your contest map to the red contest tent in the Home

Depot parking lost by 6 p.m. There will be four adult winners and one child winner. No purchase is necessary and winners do

not have to be present to win.

AUBURN BELK TO OFFER SPECIAL CHAMBER MEMBER DISCOUNTS

On August 12, Belk will offer a special day of savings for chamber members. In addition to already great storewide prices, a

special coupon allows you to take an extra 20% off regular and sale-priced items (15% off home and shoes; 10% off electronics)

with limited exclusions. For a copy of the coupon, email katie@auburnchamber.com.

NEW HOME LOTS AVAILABLE IN HERITAGE RIDGE AT ASHETON LAKES

Information is now available online from Prudential Preferred Real Estate for the newest neighborhood phase in Asheton Lakes

subdivision. Heritage Ridge at Asheton Lakes features 38 large wooded lots (some with lake access) and exceptional new home

construction from Michael Allen Homes. Lot reservations are now being accepted. More info, including a site plan, is available

at http://bit.ly/1tH73v0.

PICCOLO CELEBRATES FIFTH BIRTHDAY WITH A BASH

On August 15-16, Piccolo will celebrate its fifth year with a Big Birthday Bash. The party will begin each evening at 5 p.m. and

will include live music from a jazz quartet, featuring some of Alabama’s and Georgia’s top jazz talent such as La’Roy Bodiford,

Tim Chambliss, Sidney Simmons, Jonathan Lynn and Eric Ward, as well as delicious small bites and cocktails. The live music will

begin each evening at 8 p.m. For additional information about Piccolo and the fifth birthday celebration, please visit

www.piccoloauburn.com, the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hotelatauburn, or call (334) 844-5140.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY TO HOST BLACK OUT CANCER PARTY

The American Cancer Society is hosting its 4th annual Black Out Cancer Party on August 23 from 7-10 p.m. at the East Lake

Clubhouse. The event features complimentary beer/wine, light snacks, live music and silent auction packages. Tickets are $25 a

person or $40 per couple. For more information, please contact Sarah Herren at sarah.herren@cancer.org or call (334) 444-0894.

AUBURN BUSINESS INCUBATOR ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

The Auburn Research and Technology Foundation (ARTF), a university-affiliated, non-profit corporation, is accepting client

applications for its full-service, mixed-use business incubator located in the Auburn Research Park. The Auburn Business

Incubator (ABI) is designed to help launch, nurture and accelerate the development of entrepreneurial companies by assisting

with the expertise, networks and business services needed for them to become successful. For more information, or to apply,

visit www.auburnbusinessincubator.com or call Phil Dunlap at (334) 844-7462.

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY EVENT AT JULE COLLINS SMITH MUSEUM OF FINE ART

Campus and community are invited to experience Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art on August 21 at 5 p.m. An exciting fall

season is planned, so take time to discover Auburn’s art museum. There will be a light reception with poetry and musical

performances. Galleries remain open until 8 p.m., and admission is free courtesy of JCSM business partners. On August 25-29,

the museum will discount annual memberships 10% for new and returning members, and “WDE”/Warhol inspired t-shirts will

be distributed during the drive (while supplies last). For more information or to make reservations for August 21, visit

www.jcsm.auburn.edu.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING AT THE GOODWILL CAREER CENTER

KaizenOps is offering a free, live onsite training based on the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell. The training

will be held on August 18 from 9-11 a.m. at the Goodwill Career Center, located at 3740 Pepperell Parkway in Opelika. For

more information or to reserve your seat, email kerlandson@gwisr.org.

MUGSHOTS GRILL & BAR AUBURN NOW HIRING

Mugshots Grill & Bar-Auburn is now hiring for all positions and will be taking applications Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.

Mugshots is looking for candidates with a positive attitude, great work ethic and a smile. Drop by the new location at 1447

Opelika Road to pick up an application.

HALFTIME SPORTS GRILL NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH

Halftime Sports Grill is now open every day for lunch at 11 a.m. The lunch menu includes daily specials on burgers, wraps,

wings, tacos and much more. Halftime is located at 154 North College Street. For more information or for take out orders, call

(334) 887-7800.

PRE-FALL COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE AT ELLIE

The new pre-fall collection is now available at Ellie Boutique and Ellie Shoe Boutique. From maxi skirts to kimonos, they have

just what you want for back-to-school, special events and everything in between. Like them on Facebook for more information

or visit www.ellieclothing.com.

SIGNATURE CHEFS AUCTION TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 16

The March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction will be held on September 16 at the Auburn University Club. This culinary event

will feature distinguished chefs and fine dining establishments in the East Alabama area. Enjoy a showcase of culinary

masterpieces, a generous sampling of fine wines, fabulous entertainment and a lively auction featuring one-of-a-kind packages.

For more information, or to attend, contact Linda Gross at (334) 513-7381 or email her at lgross@marchofdimes.com.

THE EVENT CENTER DOWNTOWN UPCOMING EVENTS

THE EVENT CENTER DOWNTOWN UPCOMING EVENTS

Every Wednesday is Wine Down Wednesday from 5-8 p.m., featuring half price house wines.

August 16: Comedy Night featuring The Stuttering Comic Jody Fuller and concert performance by Dallas Dorsey & The Rails.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Reserved tables available.

The Event Center Downtown is located at 614 N. Railroad Avenue is Opelika. For more information, please contact (334) 705-5466.

GREATER PEACE BAPTIST CHURCH TO HOST COMMUNITY ROAST

Greater Peace Baptist Church will host the first Community Comedy Roast & Silent Auction on August 14 at 7 p.m. at the

Greater Peace Family Center. All proceeds from the event will go towards the church’s family, youth and children programs.

Tickets and dinner are $50 and sponsorships are $750-$1500. To purchase your tickets or to sponsor a table, please contact the

GP Family Life Center at (334) 749-9487.

EAST ALABAMA SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TO HOLD OSHA WORKSHOP

The East Alabama Society for Human Resource Management will host an OSHA workshop, “An Ounce of Prevention: Avoiding,

preparing for, and handling OSHA inspections, citations and appeals.” The workshop will be held at the EAMC Health Resource

Center on August 14. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and the program will be from 8-11 a.m. Enrollment is $25/person for

sponsor member companies and $35/person for non-sponsor member companies. Email eashrm@gmail.com with contact info

and then mail registration fees to P.O. Box 4198, Opelika, AL, 36804, or bring a check to the workshop.

ARICCIA TO REPRESENT LEE COUNTY IN THE 2014 ALABAMA RESTAURANT WEEK

For the third year in a row, Ariccia Trattoria & Bar will participate in the annual Alabama Restaurant Week from August 15-25.

This 10-day culinary event will serve to highlight the cuisine at independently owned restaurants throughout the entire state of

Alabama. Ariccia will offer a three-course dinner menu for $20, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations are recommended and

can be made by calling (334) 844-5140.

ALABAMA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER NETWORK OFFERING WORKSHOP

The Alabama Small Business Development Center Network is offering a workshop on August 19 on the 8(a) Business

Development Program and the HUBZone Program. The workshop will be from 10 a.m. – noon in Building 570 (570 Devall Drive)

of the Auburn Research Park. This workshop will cover the 8(a) Business Development Program and the HUBZone Program,

including the qualifications to participate, the application processes, and the benefits of the programs in government

contracting. Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration District Office in Birmingham will be the presenters

for this program. There is no charge for this program, but attendees must pre-register. To register, visit

http://bit.ly/GovCertAU . For more information, contact Judy Callin at jcallin@troy.edu or call (334) 674-2425.

AUBURN PARKS AND RECREATION UPCOMING EVENTS

Register Now…Fall Quarter Programs and Classes: Registration for fall quarter programs and classes is going on now. Sign up

for fall classes weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Harris Center, 425 Perry Street, from now through Friday, Aug. 29. Fall

classes include something for all ages and interests, from ceramics and theatre to fall sports and Special Olympics practices.

Pick up a copy of the fall brochure at the Auburn Public Library, Auburn City Hall, or any Parks and Recreation facility or visit

www.auburnalabama.org/parksbrochure to download a copy.

Aug. 15…Float-N-Movie Featuring “Surf’s Up”: Grab your floats and head to Samford Pool for a poolside movie featuring

“Surf’s Up” on Friday, Aug. 15, at 8:30 p.m. Admission is FREE with a 2014 Splash Pass or $2/person. Chairs are welcome on the

pool deck.

Aug. 22…End of Summer Luau: Aloha! Keep your calendars open for the End of Summer Luau on Friday, Aug. 22, from

6 - 8 p.m. at Samford Pool. This Hawaiian-themed event will help make saying “so long” to summer just a little easier. Wear

your favorite Hawaiian print shirt and don’t miss the hula contest! Admission is $2/person or FREE with a 2014 Splash Pass.

Email all news items to Jennifer Fincher at jdodson@auburnchamber.com.