Events for May 2015
Zebulon Chamber of Commerce
May 2    East Wake Middle School's Community Day
The day begins with a USATF certified 5K at 8 a.m. and a 1 mile Fun Run at 9am. AWESOME T-shirts to all participants and medals awarded for all age groups! Click here to register! If you want to register by mail I attached the form for for you as well. :)

We will also have a book fair, educational fair, international fair, inflatables, carnival games, Loteria, FOOD TRUCKS, and much more!
It’s a family affair and all ages are welcome.
Many of the activities are free, but tickets or all day wrist bands will be sold for the inflatables, carnival games, and Loteria.
If you own a business, we can use your help. We’ll have a vendor shopping fair, you can be a sponsor and earn a place on our T-shirt, or donate gift certificates and prizes. If you’re interested in these opportunities, please contact rraper@wcpss.net or kfink@wcpss.net or check out our East Wake Middle School Website.
Date: May 2, 2015
Location: Also, like our facebook page... https://www.facebook.com/EWMSwarriordash?ref=aymt_homepage_panel 
May 7    Farewell to Kim
Farewell to our Executive Director, Kim Valentine
Date: May 7, 2015
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Whitley Park Pavilion
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May7th, 11:30 am
 
May 7    Vardy HPC - BAH
Business After Hours at new location for Vardy Human Performance Center in Wendell
Date: May 7, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 2555 Wendell Blvd.
Date/Time Details: May 7, 5:30 - 7pm
May 7    Zebulon B&GC 2015 Summer Orientation
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? If you are planning for your child to participate in the Zebulon Boys & Girls Club summer program you MUST ATTEND summer orientation. First, your child must be a current member of the Boys & Girls Club. If you have not yet joined or renewed your child’s membership for 2015, please do so before or during summer orientation ($7.50). Orientation will begin at 6:30pm until 8pm. You only have to attend one of these dates below.
 
Summer Orientation Dates
Thursday, April 23rd
Thursday, April 30th
Thursday, May 7th
Thursday, May 14th
Thursday, May 21st

(Please pay with cash or check)

 
Date: May 7, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Zebulon Boys & Girls Club 1320 Shepard School Rd. Zebulon, NC
Contact: Phone: 919-404-1087
EMail: jjones@wakebgc.org
Date/Time Details: April 23, 2015 6:30pm-8pm
Fees/Admission: Membership Fee: $7.50/ Summer Fee: $5 per day or $25 per week
May 8    Zebulon Shrine Club Fish Fry
The Zebulon Shrine Club will be having a Fish Fry May 8th from 11-7.
Cost is $8.00 per plate. You have the option to eat in or take out. 
If your business would like to place an order for lunch please contact us by Wednesday May 6th so we can have an Idea of lunch time plates. .
 Contact Kyle at 919 745-9060 or by email Rescue5296@aol.com.
Date: May 8, 2015
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: Zebulon Shrine Club 1201 West Gannon Ave
Contact: Kyle Carlson
EMail: rescue5296@aol.com
Date/Time Details: May 8th 11AM-7PM
May 9    Oldham Motors Open House & Pig-pickin
Open House, Pig pickin' & Ribbon Cutting!
Date: May 9, 2015
Website: http://www.oldhammotorco.com
Location: 8062 NC HWY 39
EMail: mark@oldhammotorco.com
May 9    Zebulon Baptist Church BBQ Chicken Plate sale for Girl Scouts
Fresh grilled
BBQ Chicken
​Plates​
​ ​
​​
Saturday, May 9th
​ ​
Zebulon Baptist Church
$8
​per plate from 11am until
we run out
- unless you have a ticket​
 
This is
​our
ONLY
annual fundraising event
not mandated by Council so we get to
keep ALL the $$$$$
 
Plates include Grandma's boiled
potatoes
​ & ​
green beans
​with bread and homemade​
dessert.
 
​ ​
Get your tickets now to be sure you do NOT miss out!!!!!
​ 
 
Date: May 9, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Location:
call or text me at 919 924-4021
reply to this e-mail
message me on Facebook or Comment there
ask when you see us
 
Buy tickets and bring lunch to your mom, tell the guys at work, have family gathering with NO WORK
Dine with an elderly friend or neighbor, have your sunday school class, girl friends or neighbors over
Instant Party!
 
Checks Payable to GS Troop 3306
 
Donations welcome if you will be out of town or can't eat the food.
 
Unlike with cookies, we do NOT have to SHARE ANY of this money with district, state or national organization. It all stays right here with our troop! There are only 8 girls in our troop so we REALLY need your help. 
May 13    Board Meeting
Date: May 13, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Date/Time Details: Noon
May 13    Spring into Wellness with a Free Healthy Happy Hour
Spring into Wellness with a free Healthy Happy Hour. Enjoy some healthy snacks and refreshments and hear from our special guest speakers Dr. Jason Nardi with the Little River Clinic of Chiropractic and Glennie Ainsworth, Certified Health Coach with Take Shape for Life who will be sharing some great information on stress management and healthy habits.

If you are struggling with maintaining a healthy weight, are stressed or experiencing poor sleep, inflammation, high blood pressure, rising cholesterol or increasing sugar levels – or you are just sick and tired of being sick and tired – you won’t want miss this!

Topics Include:
• Healthy Habits
• Foundations of Health
• Weight Loss
• Healthy Eating
• Stress Management
• Hormonal Balance
Date: May 13, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Beachwood Park Townhomes Clubhouse, 1001 Beach Pointe Avenue, Raleigh NC 27604
Contact: RSVP to 919-217-7888 Seats are limited!
EMail: glennieainsworth@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, May 13 2015 from 6pm - 7pm
Fees/Admission: Free Admission
May 14    Zebulon B&GC 2015 Summer Orientation
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? If you are planning for your child to participate in the Zebulon Boys & Girls Club summer program you MUST ATTEND summer orientation. First, your child must be a current member of the Boys & Girls Club. If you have not yet joined or renewed your child’s membership for 2015, please do so before or during summer orientation ($7.50). Orientation will begin at 6:30pm until 8pm. You only have to attend one of these dates below.
 
Summer Orientation Dates
Thursday, April 23rd
Thursday, April 30th
Thursday, May 7th
Thursday, May 14th
Thursday, May 21st

(Please pay with cash or check)

 
Date: May 14, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Zebulon Boys & Girls Club 1320 Shepard School Rd. Zebulon, NC
Contact: Phone: 919-404-1087
EMail: jjones@wakebgc.org
Date/Time Details: April 23, 2015 6:30pm-8pm
Fees/Admission: Membership Fee: $7.50/ Summer Fee: $5 per day or $25 per week
May 16    Wendell Falls Barn Raising
It’s a down-home celebration
AND YOU’RE INVITED

Join us for the start of something big. An exciting new community
now pre-selling in Wake County, Wendell FallsTM brings
together acres of green open space and beautiful homes
that exude warm Southern charm.
Saturday, May 16 • Noon – 6 pm
Don’t miss a day of fun fare, live music, craft beer,
kids’ games, model home tours, and more!
WendellFalls.com/Party
Date: May 16, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Website: http://WendellFalls.com/Party
Location: Wendell Falls
Date/Time Details: Our
GRAND OPENING
• Barn Raising •
Saturday, May 16
Noon - 6 pm
May 20    Navigating Your Chamber Membership
Navigating Your Chamber is to introduce you to the advantages and benefits of being a member of the Zebulon Chamber of Commerce. During the 1 hour meeting we will discuss the following:
  • Marketing Opportunities
  • Membership Recognition
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Education
Understanding how leveraging the Chamber can increase your Sales and Profits.
Attendees MUST RSVP for these events one week prior.  Call 919-269-6320.

Mike McConchie  works with small and medium size business owners to maximize their sales and profits, and live their dreams.
 
This is done by focusing on money, time, and team.
 
Business Coaches are similar to athletic coaches and I will support, push, encourage, mentor, teach, train, and hold you accountable.
 
Coaching is not just for Sports.
 
 
Date: May 20, 2015
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Parrish Realty
Board Room
1401 N. Arendell Avenue
Date/Time Details: May 20, 4-5pm
Fees/Admission: FREE. Must register in advance.
May 21    Developing Strategic Action Plan - class cancelled
Focusing on goal setting and strategies that are linked to the business budget. Attendees learn how to develop a financial dashboard designed to monitor and track results.
Date: May 21, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=540350029
Date/Time Details: May 21
9 - 11 am
Arby's
171 Wakelon Street
 
Fees/Admission: FREE! Must register online at sbc.waketech.edu
 
May 21    Zebulon B&GC 2015 Summer Orientation
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? If you are planning for your child to participate in the Zebulon Boys & Girls Club summer program you MUST ATTEND summer orientation. First, your child must be a current member of the Boys & Girls Club. If you have not yet joined or renewed your child’s membership for 2015, please do so before or during summer orientation ($7.50). Orientation will begin at 6:30pm until 8pm. You only have to attend one of these dates below.
 
Summer Orientation Dates
Thursday, April 23rd
Thursday, April 30th
Thursday, May 7th
Thursday, May 14th
Thursday, May 21st

(Please pay with cash or check)

 
Date: May 21, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Zebulon Boys & Girls Club 1320 Shepard School Rd. Zebulon, NC
Contact: Phone: 919-404-1087
EMail: jjones@wakebgc.org
Date/Time Details: April 23, 2015 6:30pm-8pm
Fees/Admission: Membership Fee: $7.50/ Summer Fee: $5 per day or $25 per week
May 22    WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest Zebulon Chamber of Commerce Merchant Village

WRAL FREEDOM BALLOON Fest
May 2223 & 24

     A hot air balloon festival is coming to Zebulon Memorial Day Weekend - the First WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. - Gather friends & family for outdoor fun as dozens of hot air balloons fill the sky in celebration and remembrance during this free, fun, family-oriented event.

Attention Business Owners:  The Zebulon Chamber of Commerce has a few spaces left in the Merchant Village at WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. The event is expected to draw close to 40,000 visitors over three days. 

This is a tremendous marketing opportunity for small and large businesses.

 $300 for a 10'x10' and
$500 for a 10'x20'
for the entire weekend! Chamber provides tent area one table and chair per space. 


 Merchant Village hours:
Friday, May 22, 2015 from 3:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 10:00am - 9:30pm, and Sunday May 24 from 10:00am - 9:30pm.


No prepared food, snacks or drink sales. 

The Merchant Village will be centrally located in an open air tent on slightly uneven ground. Materials other than the table and chair
must be supplied by the merchant.


Electricity is not provided & generators are not allowed. Overhead lighting is provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses to get in front of a large local and regional audience. Spots are limited so click on the Merchant Village link or call 919-269-6320 today!
 
Date: May 22, 2015
Website: http://www.wralfreedomballoonfest.com/merchant-village.html
Location: Event - Bennett Bunn Plantation
Parking - Five County Stadium
1501 NC HWY 39
Zebulon NC 27597
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 22   3pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, May 23  6am - 9:30 pm
Sunday, May 24   6am - 9:30 pm
May 23    WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest

WRAL FREEDOM BALLOON Fest
May 2223 & 24

     A hot air balloon festival is coming to Zebulon Memorial Day Weekend - the First WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. - Gather friends & family for outdoor fun as dozens of hot air balloons fill the sky in celebration and remembrance during this free, fun, family-oriented event.

Attention Business Owners:  The Zebulon Chamber of Commerce has a few spaces left in the Merchant Village at WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. The event is expected to draw close to 40,000 visitors over three days. 

This is a tremendous marketing opportunity for small and large businesses.

 $300 for a 10'x10' and
$500 for a 10'x20'
for the entire weekend! Chamber provides tent area one table and chair per space. 


 Merchant Village hours:
Friday, May 22, 2015 from 3:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 10:00am - 9:30pm, and Sunday May 24 from 10:00am - 9:30pm.


No prepared food, snacks or drink sales. 

The Merchant Village will be centrally located in an open air tent on slightly uneven ground. Materials other than the table and chair
must be supplied by the merchant.


Electricity is not provided & generators are not allowed. Overhead lighting is provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses to get in front of a large local and regional audience. Spots are limited so click on the Merchant Village link or call 919-269-6320 today!
 
Date: May 23, 2015
Website: http://www.wralfreedomballoonfest.com/merchant-village.html
Location: Event - Bennett Bunn Plantation
Parking - Five County Stadium
1501 NC HWY 39
Zebulon NC 27597
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 22   3pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, May 23  6am - 9:30 pm
Sunday, May 24   6am - 9:30 pm
May 24    WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest Zebulon Chamber of Commerce Merchant Village

WRAL FREEDOM BALLOON Fest
May 2223 & 24

     A hot air balloon festival is coming to Zebulon Memorial Day Weekend - the First WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. - Gather friends & family for outdoor fun as dozens of hot air balloons fill the sky in celebration and remembrance during this free, fun, family-oriented event.

Attention Business Owners:  The Zebulon Chamber of Commerce has a few spaces left in the Merchant Village at WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest. The event is expected to draw close to 40,000 visitors over three days. 

This is a tremendous marketing opportunity for small and large businesses.

 $300 for a 10'x10' and
$500 for a 10'x20'
for the entire weekend! Chamber provides tent area one table and chair per space. 


 Merchant Village hours:
Friday, May 22, 2015 from 3:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 10:00am - 9:30pm, and Sunday May 24 from 10:00am - 9:30pm.


No prepared food, snacks or drink sales. 

The Merchant Village will be centrally located in an open air tent on slightly uneven ground. Materials other than the table and chair
must be supplied by the merchant.


Electricity is not provided & generators are not allowed. Overhead lighting is provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses to get in front of a large local and regional audience. Spots are limited so click on the Merchant Village link or call 919-269-6320 today!
 
Date: May 24, 2015
Website: http://www.wralfreedomballoonfest.com/merchant-village.html
Location: Event - Bennett Bunn Plantation
Parking - Five County Stadium
1501 NC HWY 39
Zebulon NC 27597
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 22   3pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, May 23  6am - 9:30 pm
Sunday, May 24   6am - 9:30 pm
May 28    Shepherd's Care Medical Center - BAH
Business After Hours at Shepherd's Care Medical Center in their newly expanded building
Date: May 28, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 304 Pony Rd
Date/Time Details: May 28th, 5:30 - 7pm
May 30    Free Health Fair
Knightdale United Methodist Church will be hosting a free Health Fair. This free event serves to promote health awareness in our local community by providing health education,resources and information. Free for the public, the fair will showcase numerous health services for adults & children.

 
Date: May 30, 2015
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Knightdale United Methodist Church at 7071 Forestville Road, Knightdale NC 27545
Contact: Glennie Ainsworth
EMail: glennieainsworth@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 30 2015 from 1pm to 4m
Fees/Admission: Free Admission