Events for February 2017
Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce
Feb 5    Eventfully Yours Presents BIG GAME BALLOUT

Eventfully Yours Special Event Venue presents "BIG GAME BALLOUT Watch Party" featuring the FALCONS vs. PATRIOTS. Come out for some real fun as you cheer on your favorite team. Reserved Seat, Games, Food, Door Prizes included in ticket price. THIS IS GOING TO BE SO MUCH FUN. DON'T HEAR ABOUT IT, BE ABOUT IT!

EARLY BIRD PRICE IS $15.00! Reguar Price - $25.00

ATTIRE: Favorite Team's Attire

THIS IS A B.Y.O.B. EVENT. Set-ups will be available for a minimal donation.

Date: February 5, 2017
Time: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eventfully-yours-presents-big-game-ballout-atlanta-falcons-vs-new-england-patriots-watch-party-tickets-31420045201?aff=erelexpmlt
Location:

Eventfully Yours Special Event Venue

7640 NE Loop 820

Suite 110

North Richland HIlls, TX 76180

Date/Time Details:

Sun, February 5, 2017

3:00 PM – 11:00 PM CST

Fees/Admission: EARLY BIRD PRICE IS $15.00! Reguar Price - $25.00
Feb 6    Innocent Project of Texas
Date: February 6, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Kelly Center - Cox B and C
Date/Time Details: Feb. 6, 2017
6 - 8 p.m.
Feb 9    Senior Health Awareness Day with State Rep. Nicole Collier
Join us for an important forum to understand how to be a steward of good health. Get informed on programs and additional offerings about the Texas Health - Senior Health and Wellness Center. Be under care that is specialized just for you. 


Date: February 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Texas Health
Senior Wellness Center
1275 West Terrell, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Date/Time Details: Thursday, February 9, 2017
9:00AM- 12:00PM
Feb 10    Impact - Power through Transformation

Date: February 10, 2017
Location: TCC South Campus Student Center
Date/Time Details: Feb 10, 2017
8 am - 2pm
Feb 10    City of Arlington & AISD Monthly Supplier Meeting
Purchasing staff from both agencies will be available to meet with new vendors, hand out registration instructions, and provide current contract lists. If not currently registered as a supplier or vendor, stop by during one of the events during this year.
Date: February 10, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Parks & Recreation Admin. Building, Parks Board Room, 717 W. Main St., Arlington Tx
EMail: purch@arlingtontx.gov
Date/Time Details: Second Friday of each month
Fees/Admission: FREE
Feb 10    Speed Networking w/ the Fort Worth Arts Community
The Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce (FWMBCC) has teamed up with the Art Galleries at TCU for a fast-paced speed networking event to introduce members and non-members to local artists and arts organizations in Fort Worth. Come learn more about these organizations, artists, and how you can get involved in the arts community. Music, cocktails and lighter fare will be provided along with a tour of the MA Art History students exhibition with selections from TCU's permanent Art Collection. 

 
Date: February 10, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Moudy Gallery at TCU 
Moudy North Building
2805 S. University Drive 
Fort Worth, TX 76109
Contact: Jeremiah Anderson - 773.680.4424
EMail: janderson@fwmbcc.org
Date/Time Details: Friday February 10th, 2017
6.30pm - 8.30pm 
Fees/Admission: Admission is free to registrants
Feb 15    Chamber Day at MLCC


The FWMBCC Day at the Minority Leaders and Citizens Council this month will feature four people close to the Chamber who will focus on the economic development vision for our community while celebrating a longtime business that continues to give back.
 
Speakers at the noon event February 15 at Community Christian Church will be Sultan Cole, a minister, businessman and new chairman of the FWMBCC board of directors; Michael McClinton, director of the Business Assistance Center, Robert Sturns, economic development director for the City of Fort Worth; and Hiawatha Williams of the Williams Chicken franchise.
 
Williams, who’s celebrating his 30th anniversary as a franchisee, will speak to the economic development opportunities as a franchisee with Williams Chicken. The other three panelists will talk about economic development and any updates in their particular silo, with Cole giving his economic development vision for the Black Chamber.
Date: February 15, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Community Christian Church
Date/Time Details: Feb. 15, 2017 at Noon
Feb 16    BLUE ZONES PROJECT - Employer Information Breakfast
Blue Zones Project is an important partner in helping Fort Worth create a healthier community and we are excited to play a leadership role in this initiative. The well-being of our employees is a top priority, and we hope we can set a good example for our clients and other area businesses.

— Rusty Reid, President and CEO, Higginbotham Insurance & Financial Services


Click this link to register: employerbreakfast1.eventbrite.com

For questions, call 817-312-3451

Date: February 16, 2017
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://employerbreakfast1.eventbrite.com
Location: Trinity Habitat for Humanity - The Great Room

9333 N. Normandale St. • Fort Worth, 76116
Date/Time Details: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017

8 - 8:30 am Networking & Breakfast
8:30 – 10 am Informational Session

 
Feb 21     Women's Business Division Kickoff

Come spend the evening with the FW Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Division as we share our 2017 vision, connect with other business owners, and explore the ultimate question that business owners must be able to answer. 

530 Check-In
600 Intentional Networking

Appetizers and beverages will be served.

 



Date: February 21, 2017
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location:
 
Baker Building at 3021 E. Rosedale St. Fort Worth, TX 76105
Date/Time Details:
Feb. 21, 2017
5:30 PM
 - 8 PM
 
Feb 23    FWMBCC Open House Speaker Series
This month’s FWMBCC Open House reception will feature Texas State Sen. Konni Burton who wants to meet Chamber members and discuss her priorities for the 2017 Legislative Session.
 
Burton, who was a top organizer for Ted Cruz’s 2012 U. S. Senate campaign, was elected to the Texas Senate from District 10 in 2014.
 
The Open House, which is free, will be from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 23, at the Business Assistance Center, Pharma Fab Conference Room, 1150 South Freeway, Fort Worth Texas.
 
Come by and have a conversation with one of your top representatives in Austin.
 
For more information, contact Jeremiah Anderson at janderson@fwmbcc.org.
Date: February 23, 2017
Time: 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Business Assistance Center, Pharma Fab Conference Room, 1150 South Freeway, Fort Worth Texas.
Date/Time Details: Thursday, February 23, 2017

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 
Feb 25    FWMBCC 25th Film Institute
The 25th ANNUAL FILM & MOVIE INSTITUTE
 
 
   
Forest Hill Civic & Convention Center
6901 Wichita Street, Forest Hill, Texas 76140
 
A full day of learning from those who work in and know “the business”.
Only $75 per person, luncheon included. (Deadline to register is February 18, 2017)
 
Participate in sessions consisting of:

  • HANDS ON-ACTING  
  • ENSEMBLE ACTING TEAM COMPETITION   
  • FASHION SHOW   
  • PRODUCTION
  • FILM PRODUCTION   
  • PRODUCING DIRECTING    
  • CAMERA OPERATION   
  • STAGING    
  • LIGHTING
 
Open to Kids (6 and up), Teens, Young Adults and Seniors looking to learn about the world of film making and beyond. If your dream is to have a career “in-front of” or behind the camera, this is a great place to start! 

Click Here for Film Institute Application
 
Date: February 25, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1262/File/FilmInstituteFlyerfeb17.pdf
Location: Forest Hill Civic & Convention Center
6901 Wichita Street, Forest Hill, Texas 76140
Date/Time Details: Feb. 25th
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Only $75 per person (deadline to register February 18, 2017)
Feb 28    Last Night in Black History
The entertainment event, emceed by Michael D' Andre Childs from Artist Unplugged, will feature a unique reception preceding a theatrical geological timeline showcasing live fashion designs from students at The Art Institute of Dallas, tribal dance and music numbers, pre- history storytelling, poetry speaks and honoring influential black leaders in history. Please consider joining us at this educational play.
Date: February 28, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/last-night-in-black-history-tickets-30099990883
Location: J Erik Jonsson Central Library
1515 Young Street 
Dallas, TX 75201
Date/Time Details: Start Time: 6.30 PM
End Time: 9 PM
Fees/Admission: See Link Below for pricing details: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/last-night-in-black-history-tickets-30099990883

Discounted pricing for Chamber members.