See & Be Seen

The Chamber provides a number of opportunities for members to network, socialize and learn. Look for the Chamber Calendar of Events section each month in Connections for dates and locations or check the online Calendar of Events.

ANNUAL BANQUET
The Chamber's new year begins in January with the gala Annual Banquet. Retiring officers are honored, new leaders introduced and food and fun is enjoyed by all. $40 per person, includes dinner, cash bar.

LUNCH & LEARN SEMINAR
These box lunch seminars, held the second Tuesday of the month, focus on personal and professional development for members of the business community. $10, includes lunch

PUBLIC AFFAIRS COFFEE
Hosted by the Government Relations Committee, Public Affairs Coffees feature issues, questions, and responses involving social, economic, governmental, legislative and corporate activities that are of concern to members. Held the third Friday of January, April, June, and September. $5, continental breakfast

MEMBER RECEPTION
Meet and greet Chamber members, staff and the Board of Directors at receptions held twice a year at the Chamber offices. Sample "Chamber Tastes" provided by member restaurants, caterers and beverage distributors. Free, includes appetizers and beverages.

CHAIRMAN’S BREAKFAST
General membership breakfasts are held in the Spring and Fall to update members and showcase recognized speakers. $20, breakfast buffet.

BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY TRADESHOW
The Business & Technology trade show is a business-to-business tradeshow providing businesses the opportunity to show and sell to key buyers and executives.

TASTE OF ST. JOSEPH
The Chamber partners with local restaurants, caterers and food & beverage providers as they showcase their products during this exciting and very tasteful event! Enjoy delicious food & drink samples in a fun and festive atmosphere. Held in conjunction with the Business & Technology Tradeshow. $5, ten "Taste" tickets, cash bar.

PARTIES ON THE PARKWAY
Parties on the Parkway are a series of after-work community events featuring live music, food, drinks, and prizes. They are held the second Thursday of the month, 5-8 p.m., beginning in May and running through September, at various locations along St. Joseph’s one-of-a-kind Parkway System. Free admission.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Business After Hours mixers are held the third Tuesday of the month from 5-7 p.m. at a member business. Admission is free and includes appetizers and drinks.

THE CHAMBER CLASSIC
The hottest golf outing around is annually sponsored by the Chamber on the third Wednesday of June. Members and their guests enjoy a day of fun and camaraderie at Fairview Golf Course. $80 per player, includes lunch.

NEW EXECUTIVES LUNCHEON
Good things begin in St. Joseph each September when the Chamber welcomes and introduces new business leaders to the community. $20, includes lunch.