September 2011 Newsletter

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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

WHEN: Tuesday, September 20, 2011
WHERE: Bandana’s BBQ (Banquet Room) 4225 Frederick Avenue
SOCIAL: 5:30 -6:00 pm (Cash Bar)
DINNER: 6:00 pm
COST: $20 per person
MENU: Buffet with Beef, Turkey, BBQ Beans, Potato Salad, Garlic Bread, and non-alcoholic beverage
RSVP: By noon Friday, September 16
PROGRAM: PACT representative to discuss what’s new with their group “Planning a Course Together for the St. Joseph School District”

GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Midland Empire HBA Fall Golf Tournament is set for Friday, September 30, at Fairview Golf Course in St. Joseph. Cost is $65 per player entry fee which includes green fees, cart and lunch. Lunch will be served at 11:30. Shot gun start at 12:30 p.m. We need to have at least 14 teams signed up by the deadline on Friday, September 23.

WE’RE ON FACEBOOK

As some of you may have noticed, the Midland Empire HBA now has a page on Facebook! Please click the direct link to the actual PAGE for the Midland Empire Home Builders Association so that you can receive the updates pertaining to the organization.

Once you've gone to the Page: http://www.mehba.org/facebook all you need to do is click the "LIKE" button at the top of the page if you're logged in.  That's it!  You'll automatically get the newest updates on your timeline as they are posted.  Keep your eyes peeled for new photos and details from our meetings and events!

NAHB INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW

Registration is now open for the building industry’s biggest event. Make plans today to join your colleagues for four days of non-stop business and networking February 8-11, 2012 in Orlando, Florida. With more than 50,000 attendees, 1,000 suppliers and nearly 200 education sessions, you’ll get a year’s worth of value in just 96 hours. Register in September at www.buildersshow.com/register and receive the best pricing! NAHB members can register for a 4-day expo pass during September for no charge and non-members can purchase the same expo pass for only $50! And for everyone, spouse registration is free during September only.

SHOW CASE YOUR BUSINESS

In lieu of general membership meetings as we’ve done in past years, we are giving members the opportunity to showcase their business or host a meet and greet. We will be meeting in September, October and November and usually try to meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, however, we can schedule for another date if more convenient for you. If you would be willing to sponsor a meeting at your office or business location, please contact Belinda.

WEB SITE

Be sure to check out the Midland Empire HBA web site at www.mehba.org to keep up on what’s going on in our organization. Pictures from our recent events are available for viewing and our member list is updated regularly.

Belinda Kempf
Midland Empire HBA
(816) 261-9897

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