Gulf County Chamber of Commerce

GREATNESS INSIDE YOUTH EVENT - Sunday, March 14th - 2 services - 11:00pm and 7:00pm at New Life Christian Center in Port St Joe.  On March 15th - 17th the kids will be out in the community helping and doing services such as cleaning yards, etc. for people.  Wednesday - the 17th there will be a day in the park at Peter's Park after school with BBQ for the students.  Wednesday Night there will a Greatness Inside Youth Service at the Washington Gym.  Please call Troy White at 850-242-9274 for more info.

Blues in the Lot comes to the DIXIE stage.  Come hear some of the finest Blues musicians around and Jerry just might be sittin’ in on blues harp. The band features guitar, harp, organ/keys, bass and drums - no frills, just fine soulful ensemble blues playing.

Please join the Chamber for our Networking At Noon monthly business luncheon!  This month our speaker will be Tim Kerigan, the new TDC Director.  We will meet at Sunset Coastal Grill, Wednesday, March 24th, at Noon.  Cost is $10.00 and includes lunch, drink and tip.  Please RSVP to Cathy at 227-1223, or info@gulfchamber.org.  HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

St. Joseph’s Bay Country Club
Dinner March 26th & 27th • 6:00 p.m. EST
Brunch March 28th • 12:30 p.m. EST

Original Butler’s Cuisine
Ronnie Ribeye – 12 oz. Marinated Ribeye Steak
Surf & Turf – 8 oz. Ronnie Ribeye & 6 Sauted Shrimp
Stuffed Grouper – Baked Crab Stuffed Grouper

Each meal includes Butler’s wild rice or baked potato,
whole green beans, garden salad, yeast rolls, iced tea,
coffee and apple pie or hot brownie ala mode.

Cash bar includes appropriate wine choices for your meal.

Dinner Theater Tickets Only $35
Performance Only (non-dining) Tickets $15

RESERVE NOW!
Seating is Limited & on a First Come/First Serve Basis

You'll be hard pressed to see such a unique line up of instrumentation on one stage. But that is exactly what sets this group apart. Led by the strong vocals of Bo Spring, in any one show you'll hear a jumble of influences; classic rock, classic country, oldies, classic soul, bluegrass, big band, jazz, blues, beach, 80's pop, and more.

Have Artifacts identified, learn more about archaeology in your area, pick up information, and find about upcoming events.  Event is free to the public.  Call 850-229-8029 for more Information.  Park is located at 200 Allen Memorial Way, Off Hwy 98,  in Port St Joe.  Visit www.flpublicarchaeology.org.

Exceptional vocals and strong, smart lyrics make this gem of a band as solid and tight as they come…using a joyous blend of blues, rock, jazz and soul to deliver a sound that’s both Americana and Alternative.

Players will participate in learning the technical aspects of the game needed to succeed in today's game, as well as training in age appropriate tactical activities and small sided games.  Goal Keeper and Field Play Instruction.   Ages 5 - 17.

Beginning April 1st - all photos must be taken in Mexico Beach, and submitted by the deadline of August 1st, to the Mexico Beach Community Development Council.  For more info call 850-648-8196.

The SaltAir Farmer's Market is open the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from April through November.  A great way to spend a Saturday Morning, and visit the Historic Downtown area of Port St Joe.  Enjoy fresh seasonal produce, locally caught seafood, fresh baked goods, and local arts and crafts.  The Market is open from 9:00am to 12:00pm.

The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement will be having their annual folk Life Days April 8th, 9th, and 10th.  Please come out and join all the demonstrations:  Biscuit making, soap making, quilting, knitting, crocheting, and washing clothes.

Other features relating to life on the farm includes:  Bee Keeping, blacksmithing, wood carving, making crackling, churning butter, and using a saw mill.  There will be hayrides and music throughout the day.  All cabins will be opened and manned by volunteers.  Admission $3.00 - Call 850-674-2777 or visit www.ppmuseum.org

Calling all past, present, and new Relay for Life teams!  Be a part of the American Cancer Society's  Relay for Life in Port St Joe on April 10th - 11th, at Shark Field.

For more info visit www.relayforlife.org/psjfl

Shotgun start at 1:00pm EST - $50.00 per player entry fee - 4 person team.  Hole sponsor - $75.00, Patron $150.00 - (Includes hole sponsor and 1 entry fee).  First Prize - $300.00, Second Prize - $200.00, First Prize - $100.00.

Entry Fee includes cart, cookout for player and spouse/guest following golf tournament.  There will be hole and door prizes.  ALL PROCEEDS FUND KIWANIS COMMUNITY PROJECTS!

Registration forms can be picked up at St. Joseph Bay Country Club, or from Johanna White at Vision Bank, or John Hanlon at 381-9874

Old Friends get together at Howard Creek for the "Spring Bluegrass Pickin"!!  All pickers welcome at Fisherman's Landing & R V Park, 7681 Doc Whitfield Road, Howard Creek, Fl.  Call Helen Muncher at 850-827-2255 for more info. 

The Beach Blast consists of 4 races - you pick your passion and distance.  Athletes from all over will participate in this event.  Local athletes benefit from a local discount in the registration price.  Please visit www.beachblasttriathlon.com for rules and registration details, or call 850-522-6666.

20th Annual Carrabelle Riverfront Festival Art, seafood, maritime exhibits, kids' zone, sand sculptor, live music and so much more! Featuring regional and award winning artists with original works and prints, custom-designed pottery, stained glass, sculpture, unique metal art, wood carvings, yard art and more. The festival is located downtown on scenic Marine Street along Carrabelle's beautiful Riverwalk.

9th Annual Quilt Show - Show off your quilts.  We love to display all quilts - old, new, large, hand or machine made.  Quilts will be accepted in the Frink Gym, on the Pioneer Settlement, on Friday, April 30th, between 1:00pm and 4:00pm CST.  Quilts may be picked up after the show on Saturday at 4:00pm CST.  There is a $3.00 admission fee.  Please contact 850-274-2777, or visit www.ppmuseum.org for more information.  

See www.pleinairfl.com for more detail

Contestants Needed for the Cookoff.  The Settlement will provide the Boston Butts.  First Prize is $100.00, Second Prize - $50.00 and 3rd is $25.00.  Admission is free.  Chicken Pelau, drinks and dessert will be served for a donation of $6.00.  Please contact Cindy Reese at 674-2777, or email us at info@ppmuseum.org., and visit www.ppmuseum.org.

Kids ages 3 to 16, from all around the area come to Port St Joe for a day of fishing and fun.  Bring your catch in to the Port St Joe Marina to be weighed in from anywhere around the area.  Prizes awarded for several catagories.  Visit www.kidswinfishing.com for more details.

Don't miss the Annual Tupelo Honey Festival, in Wewahitchka!  There will be live music, arts and crafts, food, kid's activities, and plenty of honey to sample and to purchase to take home!   Call Gwen at 850-639-2605 for more details.

Join us for a Wine Tasting Fund Raiser "Sharks & Chablis" - May 23rd, at the Gulf Speciman Marine Lab in Panacea, Fl.  Cost is $35.00 and includes a seafood dinner, guided tour, beverages (3 per ticket), and a live band.  Call 850-984-5297 or visit www.gulfspeciman.org for more information.  

You don't want to miss the 2nd Annual Yellow Fever Music Fest, May 29th, Memorial Day Weekend!  The event will be held at Marina Cove in beautiful Port St Joe.  Please visit www.yellowfevermusicfest.com for more information.   

This exciting fishing tournament provides fun for the whole family!   The Charity this year is the "Warrior Beach Retreat" and the "Forgotten Coast Warrior Weekend" - the Charities will directly benefit our Veterans returning with traumatic injuries.

The Tournament will begin with a Captain's Meeting Friday Evening at 6:00, with live music, grilled sausage, cold beer, and fish stories, and will conclude with a review of rules, questions and great prizes.  Fishing can begin at the conclusion of the meeting, with weigh in from 2:30pm to 6:30pm on Saturday.

Tournament species are King Mackeral, Spanish Mackeral, Red Snapper, and Grouper.  Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places for each species.  Call Bluewater Outriggers at 850-229-1100, for more details, and visit www.bluewatercharityclassic.com

Don't miss the beautiful Firework display over St Joseph's Bay at dark, to celebrate our nation's Independence Day!

Fireworks display, kid's fishing tournament, 5k walk/run and much more!!  Call the Mexico Beach Community Development Council - 888-723-2546 or 850-648-8196, for more information.

A two day offshore fishing tournament - please contact Marquardt's Marina at 850-648-8900, for more information, or visit www.marquardtsmarina.com

A weekend of Music, Food & Fun hosted by the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce presented the first Saturday in August. Featuring: Cooked and Frozen Scallops, Arts/Crafts Booths, Kid's Zone, Live Entertainment, Food Court, Educational Activities and Displays, & much more!

The Beach Blast consists of 4 races - you pick your passion and distance.  Athletes from all over will participate in this event.  Local athletes benefit from a local discount in the registration price.  Please visit www.beachblasttriathlon.com for rules and registration details, or call 850-522-6666.

Plans are already underway to make the 2nd Annual Blast on the Bay bigger and better!  This Songwriter's Festival brings Nashville big hit Singers, Songwriters, and Musicians to our area for a weekend of workshops and live performances at local hotspots.  For more information visit www.blastonthebay.com.

Join us for the Celebration of Christmas with a Tree Lighting Ceremony and Lighted Christmas Parade in Downtown Port St Joe.