Calendar: Chamber Events

September 2010

Business Development Committee Meeting

Thursday, September 09, 2010 At 8:00 AM Until 9:00 AM
Held in the Chamber Conference Room, 409 Gulf Breeze Parkway. [ RSVP ]

Pet Fest Committee Meeting

Friday, September 10, 2010 At 12:00 PM
Meeting will be held in Chamber Conference Room. Feel free to bring lunch. [ RSVP ]

Chamber Connection Celebration & Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 At 3:00 PM Until 4:30 PM
In Chamber Conference Room. This is an opportunity for new members and veteran chamber members to meet as well as learn about the many benefits of chamber membership. The benefits discussion is followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony for each new member. [ RSVP ]

Chamber Seminar: Social Media 201 - The Next Level

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 At 11:30 AM Until 1:00 PM
Presented by Christopher Davis, Clever Ogre Branding Associates; Kara Szostek, Lava Mouse and David Beckham, AT & T.

Go to the next level in utilizing the many social media applications available to businesses today. The presenters will review the basics of social media and expand on its many uses to market your business.

Location: Chamber Conference Room, 409 Gulf Breeze Parkway.

Fee: $10.00 for members, $15.00 for non-members. [ RSVP ]

Good Morning, Gulf Breeze! Chamber Breakfast

Thursday, September 16, 2010 At 7:00 AM Until 8:30 AM
ANNUAL BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS

Sponsor: Gulf Breeze High School Quarterback Club

Guest Speaker: To be announced

Football season is back! Celebrate with us by wearing your favorite teams colors - pros, college, high school or recreation center. Decorate a table in their honor!

Held in the first floor conference room of the Andrews Performance and Research Pavilion at the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze.

$10.00 for members with a reservation. $15.00 for members without a reservation and non-members. [ RSVP ]

Gulf Breeze Area Chamber Member Appreciation Day

Sunday, September 19, 2010 At 10:00 AM Until 10:00 PM
To assist the Chamber in findraising efforts, Portofino Island is opening its doors to all members to allow you to indulge in their world class amenities and southern hospitality. Come spend the day with your family on 28 beautiful acres on Pensacola Beach between the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the gentle shores of Santa Rosa Sound, adjacent to the pristine Gulf Islands National Seashore. Portofino’s supreme location makes it nature’s last unspoiled playground and Pensacola’s premier resort destination.

This event is a fundraiser for the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber. To participate, a minimum donation of $10.00 per person is requested. For a donation of $25.00 (per person) or higher, Portofino will give attendee a complimentary 5 days trial membership to Club Portofino to be used between September 2010 and March 2011. Please contact the Chamber at (850) 932-7888 to make your reservations by Tuesday, September 14th. If you reserve by clicking below, please include a phone number so we can call you for billing information. Thank you.

Complimentary access to: Gulf-front beach chairs and umbrellas, Lifestyle Center infinity pools, Soundside Beach and the Fitness Center.

Additional amenities available (at preferred pricing): bars and restaurants, water park, kayaks/paddle boards, wave runners, Spa Portofino (call ahead at 916-3455 for an appointment), bike the National Seashore, Scooter rentals (rent 2 for the price of 1), tennis facility. (All items subject to tax. Portofino is a cash free resort, you can pay by credit or debit card.)

Consider making a weekend of it at Portofino. 2 night/2 BDR unit - $500.00 plus tax and fees. To make your weekend reservation, please call Carrie Boughnou at (850) 916-3445.

Private Sunset Cruise: 6 - 8:00 PM. $25.00 per person or $45.00 per couple for Gulf Breeze Area Chamber members. $35.00 per person or $55.00 per couple for non-members. Beverages will be available for purchase. Reservations are required for the cruise. Minimum of 20 people for cruise to take place. [ RSVP ]