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November 11, 2025 ~ Chamber eBlast

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

As we move through this season of gratitude, we pause to express our deepest appreciation to all veterans - those who have served and those currently serving. Your courage and commitment to protecting our freedoms are the foundation of our community and country. Thank you for your service.

Here in Smithville, there’s no shortage of things to celebrate. November is packed with events that showcase our town’s charm, creativity, and community spirit.

Adopt A Gingerbread Man is happening this weekend, November 14th & 15th a whimsical tradition that fills downtown Smithville with joy and creativity. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic!

The Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting is set for Tuesday, November 18th

Join us as we reflect on the year, celebrate milestones, and look ahead to 2026.

And mark your calendars for the Blue Santa Mixer, hosted by First National Bank, on Thursday, November 20th. It's a festive way to connect with fellow members and help bring holiday cheer to local families.

Smithville is truly a happening place - and we’re grateful to have you as part of this incredible business community.

Warm regards,

Caroline Noya Chairman of the Board

Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce

Join Us for the Blue Santa Chamber Mixer!

Come celebrate and kick off the holiday season with the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce and First National Bank of Bastrop! Our Blue Santa Mixer is a beloved Smithville tradition — and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Mix, mingle, and get ready to jingle!

Enjoy holiday cheer, great company, and community spirit as we gather to support Blue Santa and the season of giving.

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Location: 312 Main Street, Smithville, TX

Small Business Tip of the Month: Community Connection

The holiday season is the perfect time to join forces with your fellow small businesses. Teaming up for cross-promotions, shared events, or social media spotlights can help everyone reach a wider audience. Consider hosting a joint open house, creating a “shop local” passport, or featuring each other’s products in your displays. Collaboration builds visibility, strengthens community ties, and reminds customers that when they shop local, they’re supporting friends and neighbors not just businesses.

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

November

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Veterans Day - Chamber Office Closed Veterans Day 2025 - VFW Post 1309 | 11:00am

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Smithville Community Gardens Meeting | 5:30-6:30pm Bastrop Democratic Party Monthly Meeting | 6:30-9:00pm Open Mic Night | 7:00-9:00pm

Friday, November 14, 2025

Adopt A Gingerbread Man at the Gingerbread Man Farm 10:00am-4:00pm

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Trot with Tracy's for CASA | 8:00-10:00am

Adopt A Gingerbread Man at the Gingerbread Man Farm 9:00am - 2:00pm Pickin' on the Porch Revival | 12:00-2:00pm

Sunday, November 16, 2025 Bunco Game | 2:00-4:00pm

Monday, November 17, 2025

First Baptist Church Chistmas Child Collection Week (11/17-24/25)

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Smithville Garden Club Meeting | 9:30-11:00am Chamber Annual Membership Meeting | 5:00-7:00pm

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Sip & Swap Women's Clothing Swap at Mutt's | 6:00-8:00pm

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Blue Santa Chamber Mixer | 5:00-7:00pm

Smithville Community Clinic Free Community Support Group | 6:--7:30pm Open Mic Night | 7:00-9:00pm

Saturday, November 22, 2025

FBC Men's Ministry - "The Armory" / Breakfast and Work Day 8:30am-5:00pm

Monday, November 24, 2025

Bastrop County Republican Party - Monthly Informational Meeting 5:30-8:30pm

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Open Mic Night | 7:00-9:00pm

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Panama Rose One-Year Anniversary Celebration | 12:00-6:00pm Comedy Showcase at Mutt's Last Stand | 8:30-9:30PM

Every Sunday

Smithville's Farmers Market

Click HERE for a full listing of Chamber and Member Events Red indicates an event of Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce Event

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: Upcoming Chamber Events

Adopt A Gingerbread Man 2025 Friday & Saturday, November 14 - 15, 2025

Chamber Annual Membership Meeting

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

November 'Blue Santa' Chamber Mixer

Thursday, November 20, 2025

34th Annual Festival of Lights

Saturday, December 6, 2025

34th Annual Festival of Lights Lighted Parade

Saturday, December 6, 2025

December 'Holiday' Chamber Mixer

Thursday, December 18, 2025

“May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.” ~Mary Anne Radmacher

Member Events

The Federal Reserve’s 2025 Small Business Credit Survey is now open, and LISC is a partner in this effort. Owners and key financial decisionmakers of for-profit businesses, share your recent experiences about whether and how you use debt, what financial conditions you face, and more. Answers to these questions contribute to data that directly inform the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others—a public good ultimately benefiting your business and others like yours.

SURVEY

The survey is open to businesses currently in operation, those recently closed, and those about to launch. All responses are confidential. The survey closes November 14, 2025. Questions? Contact Hal Martin at hal.martin@clev.frb.org