BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Texas Midwest Community Network - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Texas Midwest Community Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tmcn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Texas Midwest Community Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041158 CREATED:20240103T202655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T202840Z UID:10000068-1706700600-1706711400@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - Jan 31\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:IT’S THE FIRST MEMBERSHIP MEETING OF THE YEAR! \nCome find out how the 88th Legislative Session ended\, and what bills and laws will now affect our rural communities. TMCN board member and Vice Chancellor of TSTC\, Gail Lawrence\, will give us an update that will be sure to enlighten. \nWe will also be hearing a little more about ChatGPT and how to use it in your daily work\, grants\, etc. \nAnd as always\, there will be the inspiring networking with your peers time. \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY JANUARY 31\, 2024 \nWHERE: Hendrick Service Center\, Volunteer Hall  4310 Buffalo Gap Rd.  Abilene\, TX 79606 \nNOTE: This is the old Sears store\, Mall of Abilene. Guests will park and enter at the East entrance (North of Best Buy and El Chico) \nTIME: 11:30am until 2:30pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n\n \n \n Quarterly Membership Meeting\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Names of Attendees (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-jan-31-2024/ LOCATION:Hendrick Health Volunteers Hall\, 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd\, Abilene\, TX\, 79606\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tmcn.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Texas-State-Capitol.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240124T223143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T145510Z UID:10000072-1709724600-1709731800@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Quadrant Meeting - Hamilton - Code Enforcement DESCRIPTION:What is Code Enforcement? Well simplified\, Code Enforcement is the act of a city enforcing and ensuring compliance with previously adopted city ordinances. Code Enforcement can be defined as: collaboration between the city\, property owner\, and surrounding property owners to maintain\, improve\, or remove nuisances that impact the community property values\, and quality of life in a positive manner. \nSounds simple enough…but we all know it can be more complex than ‘removing nuisances’. Come learn from speaker Danny Barrett about best practices for Code Enforcement. And we will learn how the community of Seymour streamlined it to a ‘one-page wonder’ form that works for them. \nWHEN: March 6\, 2024 \nWHERE: Wenzel’s Lonestar Meat  209 N. Bell St. Hamilton 76531 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 1:30PM \nCOST: $20 \n\n \n \n Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Tickets Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n \n Credit CardCard Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-hamilton-code-enforcement/ LOCATION:TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240122T020520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T162815Z UID:10000071-1710925200-1710946800@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Grant Writing Workshop 2024 DESCRIPTION:TMCN GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP is just around the corner! \nBecause of the facility where it’s being hosted\, there are a limited number of seats. \nSecure a spot before the hot seats are gone! \nThis year\, we’re bringing you an amazing lineup to help you succeed in going after grants and as well as sharing additional funding sources. \nThis is your chance to learn straight from grantors and other professionals who can help your community achieve success in obtaining outside funding. \nTopics include: healthy organizations\, grant writing/storytelling\, and marketing. We will also have representatives of state and US agencies that will speak about their funding sources. \nSo save your spot today!\nWHEN: Wednesday March 20\, 2024 \nWHERE: Abilene TSTC 650 E. HWY 80  Abilene\, TX 79601 \nTIME: 9am – 3pm \nCOST: $40 \n\n \n \n Grant Writing Workshop\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Job Title and CommunityTickets Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $40.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n \n Credit CardCard Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/grant-writing-workshop-2024/ LOCATION:TSTC West campus\, 650 E. Hwy 80\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240104T004246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T004246Z UID:10000069-1713958200-1713969000@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - April 2024 DESCRIPTION:STRUGGLING WITH …TIME MANAGEMENT??                       \nIn school\, work\, and daily life\, we may encounter people who seem to have it all together. They are productive\, stress-free\, high achievers. But chances are\, they were not born that way. Managing\, organizing\, and distributing time are skills that we can learn. Doing so can help you control your time and promote overall satisfaction. \nFor our April membership meeting\, come\, listen and take away key tips on Time Management.  Our guest speaker will be Shannon Health’s Director of Regional Outreach Nolan Sosa.  \nWHEN: April 24\, 2024 \nWHERE: 317 Pecan St. Abilene TX 79601 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:30PM \nCOST: $15 \n\n \n \n Quarterly Membership Meeting\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Names of Attendees (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-april-2024/ LOCATION:Taylor Co. Historical Commission office\, 317 Pecan\, Abilene\, TX\, 79601\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240124T225504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T232116Z UID:10000073-1715167800-1715173200@tmcn.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Quadrant Meeting - Hamlin DESCRIPTION:2023 brought something to light that many of us hadn’t put much thought or interest into – the phenomenon of ChatGPT!! \nJohn DiMauro/Top Level Training will be giving a LIVE demonstration utilizing ChatGPT\, helping implement this “crazy” new tool into our everyday lives! We will see how it can work directly in a grant application process\, and MORE! We will have Q & A after the demonstrations\, so bring your thoughts and your questions to be put to the test! \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY MAY 8\, 2024 \nWHERE: HAMLIN – Location TBD \nTIME: 11:30am to 1:00pm \n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-hamlin-using-ai-chatgpt/ LOCATION:TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240409T194137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T202651Z UID:10000075-1715772600-1715779800@tmcn.org SUMMARY:QUADRANT MEETING - GRAHAM - COMMUNITY COLLABORATION DESCRIPTION:One Common Vision – One Common Goal\nCynthia Northrop\, the current City Manager of Breckenridge\, Texas is set to be the guest speaker at the Graham Quadrant luncheon. During her talk\, she will emphasize the significance and benefits of community collaboration. This luncheon provides an excellent opportunity to invite various community leaders\, including the Mayor\, City Manager\, EDC Director\, Chamber Director\, School Administrators\, and Civic leaders. The overarching goal is to empower all member cities within the TMCN (Texas Midwest Community Network) to achieve their best potential\, with collaboration being the essential factor. 🌟🗣️ \nWHEN: WEDNESDAY MAY 15\, 2024 \nWHERE: North Central Texas College – Graham Campus    Student Activity Center      928 Cherry St.   Graham\, TX \nTIME: 11:30AM – 1:30PM \nCOST: $20 \n\n \n \n Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Tickets Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n \n Credit CardCard Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/quadrant-meeting-graham-community-collaboration/ LOCATION:NOrth TExas Central College Graham Campus\, 928 Cherry St\, Graham\, TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20230426T184043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T222948Z UID:10000063-1718179200-1718211600@tmcn.org SUMMARY:ELECTED OFFICIALS WORKSHOP JUNE 12\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION CLOSED  – SEE YOU WEDNESDAY! \nIn partnership with West Central Texas Council of Governments\, TMCN will be hosting the annual Newly Elected Officials Workshop. This seminar is intended for newly-elected City Council/Commission members as well as any city official wanting a refresher on the best practices of public service. \n \nThe Elected Officials seminar will be facilitated by Cisco City Manager Darwin Archer and include the following topics: \n\nParliamentary Procedure/Open Meetings Act\nMaking Dollars Count in Your Budget\nMaximizing Your Economic Development Power\nEthics and Conflicts of Interest\nEffective Working Relationships\nDeveloping Viable Communities Using Grants\nProper Handling of First Amendment Audits\n\nWHEN: June 12\, 2024 \nWHERE: TSTC facility 2082 Quantum Loop in Abilene \nTIME: 8:00am until 5:00pm \nCOST: $40 per person \n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/elected-officials-workshop-june-12-2024/ LOCATION:TSTC Quantum Loop\, 2082 Quantum Loop\, Abilene\, TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240104T010556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T030654Z UID:10000070-1721820600-1721829600@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Membership Meeting - July 24\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:July’s Membership Meeting brings a tough topic – Code Enforcement \nWhat exactly is Code Enforcement? \nCode enforcement is the act of enforcing a set of rules\, principles\, or laws that apply to land and property in a community. Code enforcement officers inspect properties for possible violations and take actions to correct them. Some examples of code violations are: excessive noise\, illegal dumping\, graffiti\, fire hazards\, animal control\, etc. Code enforcement aims to protect and improve the health\, safety\, and quality of life of residents\, businesses\, and visitors1 \nOur guest speaker will be Jeremy Essary. Jeremy is the former Code Enforcement officer for the city of Early. He will be discussing the best practices of Code Enforcement. There will be time for Q & A\, so bring your questions. \nThis meeting will also be Texas Music Friendly Community program\, membership renewal kickoff and updates on Lawmakers Luncheon and our 30th Anniversary Annual Conference! You don’t want to miss this meeting! \nWHEN: July 24\, 2024 \nWHERE: Hendrick Medical Center South   Women’s Center Conference Room   6250 US Hwy 83      Abilene \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:00pm \nCOST: $15 \n\n \n \n Quarterly Membership Meeting\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Names of Attendees (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-july-24-2024/ LOCATION:Hendrick Medical Center South – Women’s Center\, 6250 US - 83\, Abilene\, TX\, 79606\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20220606T192912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T215542Z UID:10000054-1726140600-1726155000@tmcn.org SUMMARY:9th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon DESCRIPTION:TMCN’s 9th Biennial Lawmakers Luncheon is here and we look forward to you join us for this unique and informative event! \nThe day offers a great format to network with your peers from across the region and visit with your own elected officials. We will also offer you an opportunity to submit questions to the legislative panel. Come hear about their top take-aways from the 88th Session\, what are their thoughts for the 89th Session and an opportunity for you to lend your voice to the discussion. Currently\, those who have committed are: Senator Perry and Senator Birdwell\, Representative Frank\, Rep. Lambert\, Rep. Rogers and Rep. Spiller. Rep. Darby’s district director will also be on hand. \nThere is a limited number of seats in this venue\, we encourage early registration. \nCISCO DEVELOPMENT CORP.  – GOLD SPONSOR \nTHANK YOU\n  \nDATE: Sept 12\, 2024 \nLOCATION: Myrtle Wilks Community Center Cisco \nTIME: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nCOST: $45 Person URL:https://tmcn.org/event/9th-biennial-lawmakers-luncheon/ LOCATION:Myrtle Wilks Community Center\, 1498 W. Interstate 20\, Cisco\, TX\, 76437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20230627T192426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T185329Z UID:10000065-1727263800-1727274600@tmcn.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED Membership Meeting Sept 25 DESCRIPTION:It’s time for our September Membership Meeting! And we have topic that has never been discussed before at a TMCN membership meeting! MOBILE RURAL HEALTH CARE! \nStarting the meeting off we will hear from our President Diana Lopez re-capping the Lawmakers Luncheon held earlier this month. \nThen we will hear from Kyle Kanei with the My ER 24/7 about a new program they are supporting. It’s called Mobile Health Care. Think Bookmobile or even farther back horse and buggy and a doctor house call. \nWe will finish up Membership Renewals for 2024-25 and the value of your TMCN membership! \nAnd as always\, we will have the networking opportunities that everyone appreciates! \nWHEN: September \, 2024 \nWHERE: Community Foundation of Abilene   850 N. 1st St. Abilene\, TX  79601 \nTIME: 11:30AM – 2:30PM \nCOST: $15 \n\n \n \n Quarterly Membership Meeting\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Names of Attendees (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/membership-meeting-sept-25/ LOCATION:Community Foundation of Abilene\, 850 N. 1st\, Abilene\, TX\, 79604\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20240816T000737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T152656Z UID:10000078-1731486600-1731511800@tmcn.org SUMMARY:30th Anniversary TMCN Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:  \nTMCN Celebrates 30 Years of Service to the Texas Midwest Region\nWe are delighted to invite you to a nostalgic reunion and a day of celebration as we commemorate 30 years of advancing economic and community development through the Texas Midwest Community Network (TMCN). \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights: \n\nBreakout Sessions: Join us for insightful breakout sessions in the morning and afternoon.\n\nCybersecurity and Physical Security– Enhancing Security in County and City Government Buildings\, A Modern Approach to Public Safety. Protecting public servants\, residents\, and visitors within government buildings has become more critical than ever. This session will highlight the latest security technologies and strategies that safeguard our government buildings\, hospitals and public schools. Presented by Mary Leggett\, Rose Technologies Group and Eric Bueller\, Security Expert from PHYSAAS. CITY EDC\nSocial Media Disciplines – How to Slay on Social…Even If It’s Slaying You…Successfully managing social media feels like an impossible task for groups and organizations with minimal staff available to tame the beast — but don’t let that scare you away! Learn key do’s and don’ts that even departments-of-one (or multiple halves) can implement. Presented by Mari Cockrell and Blaine Beyer\, City of Abilene CHAMBER EDC CITY\nTexas Treasures Program – Presented by the Texas Historical Commission\, come learn how you can help recognize these treasured businesses in your community and be part of a legacy that strengthens the Texas Midwest region. Presented by Tammie Virden\, Executive Director Texas Forts Trail and Julie Smith\, TFT Board Member CHAMBER EDC\nHotel Occupancy Tax –The Inns and Outs of HOT\, this popular session returns after 4 years to help those of us new to the position and even those experienced to have a refresher on the topic. Learn the who\, what and how of Hotel Occupancy Tax. Presented by Erin Corbell\, City Manager -Brady      CHAMBER CITY\nTexas Tourism Friendly Program – Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Texas Music Friendly\, Texas Film Friendly or Texas Tourism Friendly Community? This curated panel will go over the application process as well as what they have gained and learned from being listed with the Texas Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism program. Panel includes Karen Hunt\, Executive Director Sweetwater Chamber\, Amanda Dulaney\, Tourism Director Graham CVB\, and Robert Lopez\, Vice President Abilene CVB. CHAMBER EDC\nADA Website Mandates – Navigating Web Accessibility: Legislation\, Deadlines and Compliance. In April the Dept of Justice published a final rule requiring state and local governments to ensure their websites and mobile apps meet certain accessibility requirements under the ADA … or face DOJ enforcement actions. In this low-tech session we’ll review deadlines from the legislation\, discuss effective methods to evaluate compliance and share practical strategies for ensuring your websites are ADA-friendly. Presented by Matthew Lowe\, Dome Software Solutions CITY\nSTUDENT SESSIONS: LEADERSHIP TMCN – Do you have high school students that want to learn more about our Leadership TMCN program? Bring them!! The Dynamic Duo of Tutt & Daggs will be here to work with our students and give them a taste of the fun and value of the Leadership TMCN program. Students will have the opportunity to build their personal skillset and be equipped with the leadership skills needed for tomorrow\, and given an inside look as to how much of a difference one can make within a community. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM HERE: TMCN Brochure\nSTUDENT SESSION: How to Build Confidence and Community When Starting Your Career…and Life   Starting your career and transitioning into adult life can be both exciting and overwhelming. This presentation will guide you through practical strategies to boost your confidence and build a community as you embark on this journey.  Presented by Kasey Nixon\, University Recruiter\, First Financial Bank\nPLEASE NOTE: STUDENT SESSIONS ARE FOR STUDENTS AND MENTORS\n\n\nRecognition Ceremony: Celebrate the achievements of TMCN’s most influential leaders.\nLunch: Enjoy a delicious meal while we honor the recipients of the Leadership TMCN awards\, marking the 10th anniversary of our premier Youth Leadership program.\nKeynote Speaker: Hear from Texas Workforce Commission Chairman Bryan Daniel\, who will provide valuable insights\, updates\, and encouragement regarding our Rural Workforce Task Force.\nSilent Auction: Participate in our silent auction\, with all proceeds benefiting the Leadership TMCN program.\nRural Partner: Show your support for rural Texas by sponsoring the event. Sponsorship details here.\nBecome an Exhibitor: Are you a business or organization looking to reach or do business with rural educational institutions\, hospital districts\, counties\, or cities? Your audience is at this event! Join us as an exhibitor to network and spread awareness of the importance of rural Texas. Details here.\n\nOne final note: If you and anyone from your community plan to attend the evening soiree (Grace Museum\, Tuesday Nov 12)\, please be sure to RSVP to Lori at tmcn@tmcn.org. There is NO TICKET required\, but we do need to know you’re coming please.  If you haven’t received an invitation in the mail or online\, please be sure to contact Lori and she can send you all the information for the event! \nWHEN: Wednesday\, Nov. 13\, 2024 \nTIME: 8:30AM until 3:30PM \nWHERE: Doubletree Hotel and Convention – Downtown Abilene | Room rate is $149 – Click Here for Booking \nCOST: $70 PERSON     $25 STUDENT       $350 EXHIBITOR        $500 RURAL FRIEND \n \n\n \n \n Annual Conference 2025\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Title and CommunityTicketsPlease enter how many tickets you needStudent Attendee Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $25.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Rural Ally Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $500.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Conference Exhibitor Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $350.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Adult Attendee Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $70.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n \n Credit Card(Required)Card Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/30th-anniversary-tmcn-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Doubletree Hotel Abilene ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20241226T182808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T191311Z UID:10000079-1737545400-1737556200@tmcn.org SUMMARY:January 2025 Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Important Information for the 89th Texas Legislative Session\nWe are excited to announce our first Membership Meeting of 2025. Our distinguished guest speaker\, TSTC Vice Chancellor Gail Lawrence\, will share invaluable insights and impactful topics for the upcoming legislative year. \nThis is a pivotal moment for us\, as January marks the beginning of the 89th Legislative Session. It is essential for rural Texans to unite and ensure our priorities are heard loud and clear by our lawmakers. \nYour presence is important. Join us in shaping the future of our communities and region by attending this important meeting and making your voice heard. Together\, we can make a significant impact. \nAnd as always\, we will have time to network with your peers! \n  \nWHEN: Wednesday January 22\, 2025 \nWHERE: Hendrick Hospice Care 1651 Pine St. Abilene (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DIFFERENT LOCATION than the past few times we have been hosted by Hendrick Health. This is across from the main hospital on North Pine.) \nTIME: 11:30am – 2:30pm \nCOST: $20 \n\n \n \n Quarterly Membership Meeting\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Names of Attendees (click + to add more)Community Name*Number of Registrations Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n  URL:https://tmcn.org/event/january-2025-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T041159 CREATED:20250114T001230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T192654Z UID:10000080-1741174200-1741179600@tmcn.org SUMMARY:Quadrant Mtg - MARCH 5 BRECKENRIDGE - Strong Community Collaborations DESCRIPTION:Interagency Partnerships and Collaborations\nis the topic for our first Quadrant meeting of 2025!\n  \nHow Entities/Agencies in Breckenridge Partner Together and Collaborate \nCommunity Collaboration is one of the most valuable assets your community can possess. Join us in a panel discussion about positive and professional communication\, respect\, sharing the workload\, and much more. \nPanel participants: \n\nJudge Michael Roach\, Stephens County Judge\nCynthia Northrup\, City Administrator\, City of Breckenridge\nPrairie Freeman\, Breckenridge ISD Superintendent \nYuri Huntington\, Executive Director Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce\nDavid Miller\, Executive Director\, Breckenridge Economic Development Corporation\n\nCitizens gain more understanding when they see how we work together: including the mobilization of resources\, knowledge sharing\, and the leveraging of collective strengths. \nIt amplifies impact\, drives innovation\, and promotes sustainable solutions to complex challenges. Come participate in the open Q&A as representatives from the City of Breckenridge\, Breckenridge ISD\, Shackleford County\, Hospital\, Chamber of Commerce and Breckenridge EDC discuss their roles in the county and city successful partnerships. \nWHEN: Wednesday March 5\, 2025 \nWHERE: TSTC Breckenridge Campus  415 N. Breckenridge St.  Breckenridge\, TX 76424 \nTIME: 11:30am – 1:30pm \nCOST: $20 \n\n \n \n Quadrant Luncheon Registration\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Tickets Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $20.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n If registering more than one person\, please list all attendeesPhone *(Required)Email*(Required)\n \n Credit CardCard Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tmcn.org/event/2025-quadrant-mtg-march-5-breckenridge/ LOCATION:TX ORGANIZER;CN="Texas Midwest Community Network":MAILTO:tmcn@tmcn.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR