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Calumet City Chamber of Commerce Annual Christmas Party 2009

By Diane Rice

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL 481.010183

December 17, 2009 07:03 AM

The Luther East Eagle High School Choir of Lansing, Illinois performed Holiday songs at the Annual Calumet City Chamber's Christmas Party & Installation held December 8Th.

New President of the Chamber beginning the 2010 year is Yolanda Lott, who currently holds a position as Branch Manager of Bank Financial in Calumet City, Illinois.

Ms. Lott, who graciously accepted her appointment, acknowledged out-going president, Kay Cooper Boyda, and the efforts done by Chamber Directors and membership.

Board members and Directors were sworn in to fulfil another year.

Cindi Hall, newest member - Zoom Clean Car Wash, Diane Rice, Rice Property Management & Realty, Archie Graham of Sure Facts Investigations Company, Dennis Gianopolus of the Law Offices of Dennis G. Gianopolus, Tom Cornwall, Lifetime Member, Chris Martin of State Farm Insurance, Loren Bult of L.R. Bult & Associates Ltd., Yolanda Lott of Bank Financial, and Janice Minton-Kutz of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Southeast.

Excellent food was catered, and the event was held at the American Legion Post 330 in Calumet City, IL.

Diane Rice, Broker/Owner of Rice Property Management & Realty located in South Holland, IL., is a member of the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce in Calumet City, IL.

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Jane Cross

Homes By Cross serving Charlotte NC Real Estate Needs - Charlotte, NC

Diane, Happy holidays to you! I love listening to the various performances this time of year...it brings the year end to a nice close, and brings the holidays closer to where the heart is...home.

Dec 17, 2009 10:28 AM

Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi

NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL

708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Diane:

As an ex-Chamber of Commerce President, I have to tell you ... these volunteers do not get the appreciation they deserve. How nice that you took the time to showcase their efforts and accomplishments! I'm sure they appreciated it greatly ...

Have a great Holiday!

Dec 17, 2009 11:22 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Jane: The choir was awesome! We enjoyed them greatly!

Gene: Thank you! You are right... we volunteer and assist and help.... however, the service to the community is what we must do... Thanks for the Holiday wishes! May you also have a great one! Perhaps i can get a few tips from you on Chamber life!

Dec 17, 2009 02:53 PM

Irene Tron

Valparaiso, IN

How do you keep up with all you do? You are awesome! I'm sure the evening was enjoyable. Here's to a great new year to the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce.

Dec 18, 2009 12:24 AM

Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi

NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL

708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Diane: Please feel free to call! I have three years of "Presidential" experience behind me ... so I'm a hardened veteran! Always willing to share ideas and experiences ... and assist if possible. Gene

Dec 18, 2009 04:17 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Hi Irene.... the pictures did not come out well for the lighting was not good. I wanted to post the RPM team picture.... 10 of us were there at one table. Thanks for the well wishes for the Chamber.... we can use the help!

Gene.... do not be surprised if you get a call from me... taking you up on your generous offer! Thank you!

Dec 18, 2009 05:16 AM

Laura Cerrano

Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY

Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Diane, What beautiful pictures to share and I want to wish all the members of the Chamber a wonderful holiday!

Dec 18, 2009 06:46 AM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Diane, Chambers of Commerce do a lot of good work and it is hard to find good people to lead them. I am glad to see that you found some good ones for yours.

Dec 18, 2009 08:33 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Carole, thank you! They would all appreciate your well wishes also!

George: We are a small chamber, and are blessed to have the participation of volunteers who look to make a difference. Thanks George!

Dec 18, 2009 10:59 AM

Deena Cottingham

GreenApple Staging & Images, Calgary Staging & Photography - Calgary, AB

Home Stager & Photographer

Diane, just stopping by to say Hey! Looks like a great party and a group of wonderful volunteers. Communities really benefit when people are willing to give something back and/or be a leader. Good on you!

Dec 19, 2009 05:46 AM

Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®

Lewisburg, WV

Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Diane, where would the small communities be without a Chamber of Commerce....the volunteers at our Chamber of Commerce work very hard, and do a great job. Merry Christmas to you and all the volunteers .

Dec 19, 2009 07:36 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Hi Deena! The food was excellent and so was the company!

Rebecca: Thanks for the Merry Christmas... the same to you!

Dec 19, 2009 03:15 PM

June Tassillo

Owner/Broker RE/MAX Elite Realty - Franklin, NC

Let me help you with the next phase of your life!

Diane ~ I really do appreciate all that our own Chamber of Commerce does here in our little town. Its good to see that you are helping out with your own and took the time to spotlight your friends.

Dec 20, 2009 05:34 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

June: When these posts are shown, the cities themselves get an opportunity to get spotlighted for the community. Hopefully this will breed new members! Thanks for taking the time to come in!

Dec 20, 2009 10:04 AM

Mary Yonkers

Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA

Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Diane--Great localism post featuring such dedicated volunteers. Isn't it wonderful how helping fellow AR members are, too. Kudos to Gene for his offer to assist.

The music is another great holiday treat, however we didn't have time to fit one of our favorites in our schedule.

Enjoy the holiday.

Mary

Dec 20, 2009 10:05 PM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Mary - yes - good exposure for the community! I am grateful for Gene's volunteering... It's always a blessing! Enjoy your getaway on the slopes!! See you next year!!

Dec 21, 2009 12:27 AM

Marchel Peterson

Results Realty - Spring, TX

Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro

Diane, I just came over to wish you a Merry Christmas. I always learn so much from your Chamber post. We are in our infancy.

Dec 23, 2009 02:15 PM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Hi Marchel! Thank you! Merry Christmas to you also!

Dec 24, 2009 01:12 AM

Jeff&Grace Safrin

F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate - Valparaiso, IN

SpousesSellingHousesTM

congrats on your chamber position Diane - it's a great networking opportunity - I used to belong and be active when we lived in St. John, years ago, since we moved to Valpo - I'm more involved at church.

Nice way to give recognition to those who serve your community.

Sincerely,

Grace

Jan 02, 2010 08:31 AM

Diane Rice

Rice Prprty Mgmnt & Rlty, LLC, South Holland, IL - Lansing, IL

SFR, SRES, CNC

Thank you Grace. In addition to the networking, it is a way to get involved in issues pertaining to the community, and help when possible. Last year we were able to assist a homeless family get into one of our places.

Jan 02, 2010 11:25 AM