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October 7, 2025 ~ Chamber eBlast

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

What a fun and busy Saturday we just had in Smithville! From the Community-Wide Garage Sale to Keep Smithville Beautiful’s Sustainable Home & Garden Show, and the always lively 4th Annual Smithville Music Festival, our town was buzzing with energy, local pride, and plenty of great finds. These events are a wonderful reminder of what makes Smithville such a special place to live, work, and visit. And there's no slowing down as our October event calendar is filling up fast with exciting activities for all ages! Be sure to check it out and mark your calendars. As we officially turn the page to October, there’s so much more to look forward to:

• Don’t miss our next Chamber Mixer hosted by Frontier Bank a great way to connect with fellow members.

• Our upcoming October Luncheon will feature Tina Butler with an update on the Line 204 Studio and Production Complex, and Adena Lewis will share valuable insights on Bastrop County’s growing film industry and its impact on economic development.

And of course, we’re gearing up for the 7th Annual Smithville Wingfest on Saturday, October 18th! There’s still time to register your wing-cooking team, become a sponsor, and purchase your tasting wristbands. This family-friendly event is always a crowd favorite...and this year, Smithville Brewing Company is adding to the excitement by sponsoring a $100 cash prize for the team that wins the People’s Choice Award. They generously offered this extra incentive simply because they love the Chamber, love the community, and love wings! Plus, they’ll be keeping the fun going with a Wingfest After Party at the brewery later that day. We can’t wait to see you there!

As always, thank you for your continued support of the Chamber and our vibrant business community. We’re proud to work alongside such dedicated and passionate members.

Warm regards,

Caroline Noya Chairman of the Board

Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce

Wing Tasting Wristbands Now Available!

Get ready to spice things up wristbands are now on sale! Wristbands give you access to sample wings from all registered cooking teams. Come hungry and taste your way through the competition!

Buy your wristbands HERE

JoinusforourOctoberChamberMixerhostedbyFrontierBank!

107 NW Loop 230, Smithville, TX 78957 Thursday, October 16th | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Make new connections, strengthen existing ones, and discover fresh opportunities to collaborate within our growing business community. Whether you’re looking to promote your brand, exchange ideas, or simply get to know fellow Chamber members in a relaxed setting, this Mixer is the perfect place to be.

Door prizes will be given out at 6 PM let us know if you’d like to donate a prize and get your business in front of attendees!

Come enjoy an evening of networking,community spirit, and support for local business at Frontier Bank.

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)

• Smithville Brewing Company is adding to the excitement with a $100 cash prize for the team that takes home the People’s Choice Award!

Gather your team, bring your best flavors, and get ready for some finger-lickin’ fun!

Contact the Chamber to register your team today at Chamber@SmithvilleTx.org.

Join us for the lastQuarterlyChamberLuncheonoftheyear!These luncheons focus on education,advocacy,andgovernmentalaffairs, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for business and community leaders.

Doors open at 11:15AM for networking before lunch is served at 12:00PM.

To assist with catering logistics, we stronglyencourageadvance registrationandpayment. Tickets are $25 in advance. Day-of registrationsare$30andcannotbeguaranteed.

Reserve your seat and be part of the conversation shapingour community!

Date: Wednesday, October 22nd, 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

GuestSpeakers: Tina Butler (Line 204 Studio and Production Complex) and Adena Lewis (Explore Bastrop County)

Tickets

$25 (includes a catered lunch)

$30 for day-of registration (subject to availability)

Small Business Tip of the Month:

Let a Little Halloween Spirit In!

This spooky season is the perfect time to add some Halloween flair to your business. From themed window displays and festive decor to costume contests, trick-or-treat giveaways, or Halloween-inspired products a touch of fun can draw in foot traffic and boost sales.

Don’t be afraid to get a little creative (or creepy)! Customers love businesses that celebrate the season and show their personality

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

October

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Smithville Community Clinic Diabetes Class | 2:00pm Dia de los Muertos Exhibit (thru 10/10/25) | 10:00am-5:00pm

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Keep Smithville Beautiful Quarterly Meeting | 4:00-5:30pm

Thursday, October 9, 2025

7th Annual Women's Leadership Luncheon | 10:45am-1:00pm Smithville Community Gardens Meeting | 5:30-6:30pm Bastrop County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting | 6:30-9:00pm Mutt's Last Stand Open Mic Night | 7:00-9:00pm

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Indigenous People's Day - Bastrop Museum | 10:30am-2:00pm

Monday, October 13, 2025

Smithville Stitchers Quilt Guild | 10:00-11:00am

Thursday, October 16, 2025

October Chamber Mixer - Frontier Bank | 5:00-7:00pm

Pints for Polio at the Smithville Brewing Company | 5:30-7:30pm

Community Support Group - Smithville Community Clinic | 6:00-7:30pm

Open Mic Night - Mutt's Last Stand | 7:00-9:00pm

Saturday October 18, 2025

Household Hazardous Waste Event | 9:00am-12:00pm 7th Annual Wingfest | 11:00am-5:00pm

Sunday, October 19, 2025

2025 Fall Festival with St. Paul Catholic Church | 11:00am-5:00pm Bunco Game | 2:00-4:00pm

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

October Quarterly Chamber Luncheon 2025 | 11:15am-1:00pm

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Quarterly Meeting Fiesta del Camino Real | 11:30am-1:00pm

Friday, October 24, 2025

Spooky Sip & Story | 6:00-9:00pm

Saturday, October 25, 2025

SISD Trunk or Treat | 5:00-7:00pm

Monday, October 27, 2025

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

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Smithville Garden Club Meeting | 9:30-11:00am

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Countywide Revival Prayer Night "Answer Me Oh God" 1 Kings 18:37 6:00-9:00pm

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Open Mic Night - Mutt's Last Stand | 7:00-9:00pm

Friday, October 31, 2025

Halloween Costume Contest - Mutt's Last Stand | 9:00-10:00pm

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: Upcoming Chamber Events

7th Annual Smithville Wingfest

Saturday, October 18, 2025

October Quarterly Chamber Luncheon

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Spooky Sip & Story

Friday, October 24, 2025

Reel Film Expo

Saturday & Sunday, 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 Member Events

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