Chamber of Commerce Chatter
February Happenings

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! February is the month of the heart. We will be giving and receiving hearts for Valentine’s Day, but it’s also a great month to have your heart checked! We want every one of you to be at the heart of our community for many years to come! Have you thought about what you are going to get your Valentine this year? Be sure to SHOP LOCAL this Valentines Day! Our local businesses are always happy to help you find exactly what you are looking for. If you can’t find it, ASK!!! You can always do gift cards and certificates too. There are many options to choose from—jewelry, candy, flowers, food, pampering, clothes, candles and so much more. Make your dining reservations in advance to help the restaurants know how many people to expect.
Are you ready to start thinking “green”? St. Pat’s is only a few weeks away! The theme for the parade this year is “Peace, Love and Irish”. You will find a parade entry form inside. I am working on the 2025 St. Pat’s schedule so please send me your events as soon as possible. So far, we know there will be “Miles From Dublin” at the community center on Thursday night, an illusionist on Friday night at the community center, the Fun Run, Irish Dancers and the Parade on Saturday. If you have something to add to this list, please let me know. We always like to get the posters done by the middle of February! As soon as the t-shirts are selected, printed and on sale, I will let everyone know. We want those available around the first of March.
Have you sent in your nominations for the Community Service Award, Customer Service Award and the Community Ambassador Award? Please send your nomination’s name and write up to the chamber office at lauri@oneillchamber.com. We need plenty of time to get the awards ready, so please send your nomination soon!
While we are working hard on St. Pat’s, we are also working on Summerfest! We have added an event on Thursday, July 17th! Joseph Hall, an Elvis Tribute Artist will be at the community Center for a 7pm show that evening. Joseph will do a show called “Reflections of the King” that goes through all the different eras of Elvis with a number of costume changes. Joseph has made six appearances on America’s Got Talent and is also recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises out of Memphis, Tennessee as one of the top Elvis Tribute Artists in the world! And he will be right here in O’Neill, NE on July 17th! Pencil it in on your calendar now. More information on ticket prices when the time gets closer. Saturday night we have Sunset Sinners opening for Sam Barber at the community center parking lot. Tickets are on sale now at www.oneillchamber.com. Great Valentine’s Day Gift!! Tuck a couple tickets in your Valentine’s Day
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