The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce will host a professional conference, "Developing a Growing Industry" for those interested in growing grapes and/or making wine.   The Seminar will be held at the Adams Street Community Center, and begins at 8:30 a.m.

The conference will address agricultural questions such as, "What does it take to plant a vineyard; How much return will I have; and What are the markets for selling grapes?"  It will also cover questions that investors may have:  "How do I become a wine maker without a vineyard; What equipment do I need;  and What's the demand for Texas wine?"

Speakers include experts in viticulture (grape growing) and the Texas Wine industry.   There will also be a virtual tour of Texas vineyards and wineries.   The early bird registration fee is $25 by May 1st, and includes lunch and materials.    After May 1st and at the door, the Seminar fee is $35.    For registration, contact Emily Crawford, Director of Tourism, at 325.646.9535.   Or, email Emily at tourism@brownwoodchamber.org.

Please click Here to open our printable flyer containing more information about the Seminar Schedule and Speakers.

To open a printable copy of the registration form, click Here.

Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet Awards Announced April 12, 2007

Congratulations to the following "Feels Like Home" Good Neighbor Award Recipients:

• Eric Evans
• Jill Evans
• Dave Fair
• Fred Kelly
• Pricilla Munson
• Mary Stevenson
• Dick Williams
• Cotton Wood

Congratulations to Community Partner Award Recipient:

• Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), represented by District Engineer, Lynn Passmore and Area Engineer, Bryan Raschke.

Congratulations to following Small, Medium and Large Business Award recipients:

• Landmark Life Insurance, represented by "Putter" Jarvis - Small Business
• Diamond P Enterprises, represented by Domingo Perez - Medium Business
• DanHil Containers, represented by Jeff Daniels - Large Business

Women's Basketball

The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to be the sponsor of the American Southwest Conference Women's Basketball Championship Tournament, Feb. 23-25th at the Brownwood Coliseum. 

Prior to the tournament, Howard  Payne University, community fans and Chamber members hosted a luncheon to congratulate the HPU Lady Jackets for having the most successful season in school history.   The Chamber also provided a $200 cash giveaway at each of the three Lady Jacket basketball games, and the stands were packed for the "home" team.

The Tournament was great for Brownwood, as its economic impact was approximately $122,000.  Congratulations to the HPU Lady Jackets, 2007 ASC Champs!