August 26, 2025 ~ Chamber eBlast
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As we kick off a new school year, the energy around town is full of promise and excitement. We want to extend our best wishes to all the students, teachers, and staff of Smithville ISD.
Here’s to a successful and inspiring year ahead!
As families return to their school routines, we kindly remind everyone to stay alert on the roads, especially during before and after school hours. Please watch for school buses, increased traffic, and youngsters walking or biking to and from school.
We also hope you'll join us for our Quarterly Luncheon this Wednesday, August 27th, featuring Dr. Molley Perry, Superintendent of Smithville ISD. It's a great opportunity to hear insights from district leadership and connect with fellow community members.
Thank you to Frost Bank for generously hosting the August Chamber Mixer and to everyone who joined us for a great evening of networking and community connection. We appreciate your continued support and engagement!
Don’t forget to check the Chamber’s Event Calendar to stay in the loop on all things happening around Smithville. Be sure to register for the 7th Annual Smithville Wingfest coming up this fall. We’d love to see you there!
Thank you for supporting your Chamber and your community!
Warm regards,
Caroline Noya Chairman of the Board
Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
Join us for the third installment of our 2025 Quarterly Chamber Luncheon Series! These luncheons focus on education, advocacy, and governmental affairs, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for business and community leaders.
Doors open at 11:15 AM for networking before lunch is served at 12:00 PM
Our program will feature Dr. Molley Perry, Smithville ISD Superintendent and will conclude promptly at 1:00 PM.
Day-of registrations are $30 and cannot be guaranteed.
Date: Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Time: Doors open at 11:15 AM | Buffet at 12:00 PM | Event ends at 1:00 PM
Location: Dr. George M. Jones VFW Post #1309, Smithville
Guest Speaker: Molley Perry, Smithville ISD Superintendent
Tickets: Early Registration is over $30 for day-of registration (subject to availability)
WingFest 2025 - Are You Ready to Rule the Roost?
Smithville’s favorite fall tradition is back WingFest 2025!
Join us for a day of delicious fun, friendly competition, and community spirit. Think you have the winning wing recipe?
Enter your cooking team and compete for the coveted People’s Choice Award!
Activities include:
• ���� Chicken Bingo ? a local favorite!
• ���� Poultry Pageant ? show off your feathered friend. Do you have the hottest chick in town?
Cooking Team Registration:
• $50 per team (includes 1 complimentary WingFest t-shirt)
• Additional shirts: $22 each
• Registration form required (even if registering and paying online)
Tasting wristbands will be available closer to the event - watch for updates!
Gather your team, bring your best flavors, and get ready for some finger-lickin’ fun!
More information & registration: Click Here
Sponsorship Opportunity for the SACOC Wingfest
We are excited to be hosting Wingfest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Railroad Park located at 106 NE 1st St. This event aims to support community initiatives and educational programs. Each year the festival continues to grow, and this year we anticipate up to 500 visitors for this fun family event that includes a Chicken Wing Cookoff, Chicken Bingo, Chicken Pageant, and more!
We are seeking cooking teams along with generous sponsors like you to help us with entertainment, prizes, and more. Your support will be recognized on the day of the event, and as a sponsor, your company will receive recognition on social media and the Chamber website, name recognition on signage or banners, and acknowledgement during the event.
For more information on participating as a Cooking Team, or for Sponsorship opportunities, please visit the Chamber website, or contact Cathy Meek, Wingfest Chair, at 512420-6755.
Thanks in advance for your support and hope to see you at the ultimate Wingfest Poultry Party!!!!
Small Business Tip of the Month: Don’t just work in your business, work on your business.
Set aside regular time to evaluate your long-term goals, identify new revenue opportunities, and streamline operations. Whether it’s expanding your services, building strategic partnerships, or investing in customer retention, intentional planning is key to sustainable growth.
The Chamber is excited to help promote our business members events! To have your events, sales, specials, and more included in our monthly Chamber Newsletter, simply email us
at info@smithvilletx.org. Our newsletter is sent to all members and non-members, and the details may also be shared across our social media platforms.
Let's get the word out and support each other!
Also, be sure to add your events to the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce event calendar on our website. If you need assistance, contact us at 512-237-2313 or chamber@smithvilletx.org.
Upcoming Events
August 2025
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Summer 2025 Quarterly Chamber Luncheon | 11:15am - 1:00pm
Tuesday, September, 2, 2025
Diabetes Class - Smithville Community Clinic | 2:00pm-3:00pm
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Open House - Smithville Heritage House & Museum 10:00am-12:00pm
Monday, September 8, 2025
Smithville Stitchers Quilt Guild | 10:00am-11:00am
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Smithville Community Gardens Meeting | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Fayette Memorial Funeral Home 20th Anniversary & Open House 11:00am-1:00pm
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Free Rainwater Harvesting 101 Session | 10:am-12:pm 8th Annual Boots and Barbecue Fundraiser | 5:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Bunco Game | 2:00pm-4:00pm
Monday, September 22, 2025
Bastrop County Republican Party - Monthly Informational Meeting 5:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Smithville Garden Club Meeting | 9:30am-11:00am
Every Sunday
Smithville's Farmers Market | 10:00am-1:00pm
Click HERE for a full listing of Chamber and Member Events
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Be sure to add your events to the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce website and we will add them here in our bi-monthly eBlasts and monthly Newsletters.
Save the Dates
Community-Wide Garage Sale
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Keep Smithville Beautiful's Sustainable Home & Garden Show
Saturday, October 4, 2025
7th Annual Smithville Wingfest
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Reel Film Expo
Friday & Saturday, November 15-16, 2025
Festival of Lights
Saturday, December 6, 2025
"Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally, it comes from what you do consistently."
- Marie Forleo
From the Desk of Robert Tamble, City Manager
Comprehensive Plan Community Engagement Portal Launched
The City of Smithville, Texas invites all residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to review and provide feedback on the DRAFT Resilient Comprehensive Plan, now available through the city’s On-Line Community Engagement Portal. The comprehensive plan initiative is being funded through a $300,000 grant from the Texas General Land Office (with no cost to the city) and will help guide Smithville’s growth and development over the next 10 to 20 years. It focuses on strategies that promote sustainability, equity, and resilience, while addressing key issues such as land use, housing, infrastructure, economic development, parks and trails, downtown revitalization, stormwater management, and historical preservation. The final version of the Comprehensive Plan is expected to be adopted in December 2025. This effort is led by the City of Smithville, in partnership with Langford Community Management Services, Inc. Ongoing community input is essential to creating a plan that reflects shared values and goals. Please review the DRAFT plan, share your thoughts, and help us shape Smithville’s future as we manage growth.
Access the DRAFT Resilient Comprehensive Plan, now available through the city’s On-Line Community Engagement Portal at this link: https://langfordplanning.com/smithville-rcp
