Network At Noon - RSVP TODAY!

Mark your calendars for all upcoming Network At Noon events. 

The next luncheon will be April 25th at Sacred Heart Hospital in Conf Room A/B.

Dr. Klin will present  “The Six Questions that Could Save Your Life”.  

We ask that you RSVP to the Chamber at 227.1223 or info@gulfchamber.org

Thank you.

16th Annual Scallop and Music Festival

Mark you calendars for August 3rd and 4th!

If you would like to be a sponsor or a vendor visit scallopfest.com for information.

SaltAir Farmers Market

 The Port St. Joe SaltAir Farmers Market brings fresh seasonal produce from local small farmers and much more to Florida's Forgotten Coast.  Throughout the growing season, regionally grown vegetables and fruit, locally harvested Gulf seafood, carefully crafted artisan goods, and educational opportunities highlight the market's.  Located in downtown Port St. Joe, in the City Commons Park,  the SaltAir Farmers Market serves as a community gathering place and cultural center where attendees can enjoy arts, workshops, live music, and exhibitions while shopping the market and Reid Avenue's retail district.  There is no better place to be on a Saturday Morning.  The market takes place on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month.

Visit saltairmarket.com for details. 

Fridays at Five

First Fridays at Five

Shop * Dine * Unwind

VOTE TODAY!

Help make Gulf County win the title  World Fishing Network’s Ultimate Fishing Town – please nominate Port St. Joe, Wewahitchka, Indian Pass, Cape San Blas or St. Joe Beach in this contest…..

Click below to enter- a chance for our town to receive a $25,000 community donation and television feature produced on WFN as the Ultimate Fishing Town.

http://www.worldfishingnetwork.com/uft/town/

High School High Tech Career Day

High School High Tech Career Shadowing Day-April 23, 2012

The High School High Tech Program at Port St Joe High School sponsored by Dyslexia Research Institute and partially funded through the ABLE Trust and Vocational Rehabilitation is having a Career Shadowing Day on April 23 from 8:30 to noon.  We have 19 High School High Tech students who want to find out more about career opportunities that they have an interest in.  These students have been in the program all year learning about job opportunities, how to be a good employee, etc. and need some of our businesses and professionals in Port St Joe to allow them to follow them for a morning to find out what these jobs actually require.  We would appreciate Chamber Members and business leaders in our community taking a morning to spend some time with these young people.  If you would like to become involved, please contact the Program Director, Juanice Griffin at jgriffin957@gmail.com or 850-229-6140

These students accumulate points for been involved in community service, participation, citizenship, to earn refurbished laptop computers and eight have already qualified.  This accumulation of points also allows them an opportunity for a paid summer internship this summer.  We are anticipating needing 15-18 internship locations at this time. For many it will be the first time they have had a chance to be employed and learn how to become a productive citizen in our County.  High School High Tech also needs businesses to consider becoming involved in the internship program this summer.  Juanice Griffin would be monitoring the students weekly and working with the employers to insure a positive work experience for the young people.  Fairpoint Communications, the Bridges, Humane Society of Gulf County, North Florida Child Development, Gulf County, CVS Pharmacy, and many other businesses have been involved in providing the learning experience over the last few summers.   

Please consider becoming involved with these young people—they are our future.

The Artery

The studio of ceramic artist Leslie Wentzell, the Artery offers ceramic and painting workshops. The relaxed social atmosphere allows you to explore your creativity, discover your style and learn new skills.

 
850-229-9277
214 Williams Avenue, Port St. Joe

 www.lesliewentzell.com

St Joseph Bay Clean-up and Kayak Festival

Saturday, May 12th

9 am est

Please see the attached flyer for details and how you can help keep our Bay beautiful.

Kids Win Fishing Tournament

May 11th & 12th

Port St Joe Marina

For more details visit www.kidswinfishing.com

Registration Form - click for details.

Welcome New Members

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Waterfront Auto Sales - 1932 W Hwy 98 Port St Joe

Bay Wash - 768 Hwy 98 Port St Joe

Troy University

Washington Improvement Group

Friends of St Joseph Peninsula State Park

Living Water Church at the Beach - Mexico Beach

Shop Local Loyalty Program

Each of you should have received information on the Shop Local Loyalty Program in your renewal packet this past week.  We hope that each of you will take advantage of this new program and have offers available to other members.  Attached you will find the information explaining the program and also the application that you will need to fill out in order to particpate.

Y.E.S. Program

This aim of Y.E.S is to support the young entrepreneurs in Gulf County and provide them essential business information and opportunities for professional interactions with peers.

The organization seeks to enhance the leadership skills of its members, the future leaders of Gulf County, through mentoring relationships, education, and networking opportunities.  Y.E.S. will serve as a vital resource to individuals to expand their presence in the local business community.

Gulf County Chamber of Commerce Meeting

The next Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting will be held on April 26th at 9 am at 406 Marina Drive.