Erin Moore - Executive Director | [email protected]
Mariah Parriott - Customer Service Administrator | [email protected]
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Community Events
Big Red Bus @ SFWMD

Big Red Bus @ Harbor Community Bank

Adam Bryant Minimal Regatta
The Adam Bryant Minimal Regatta is a homemade boat race with a twist. You must construct your boat from only one 4'x8' sheet of 1/4" luan plywood, 24' of 2"x4"s, one 55 yard roll of duct tape, one pound of screws, and paint.  Learn More
Gathering in Grace and Prayer
Gathering in Grace & Prayer meets every Wednesday at 7:45 AM in park 4 of Flagler park in the Gazebo  Learn More
"Spirits of Okeechobee" presented by the Okeechobee Community Theatre
Okeechobee's first 100 years have included some very colorful people and some very colorful events. The Okeechobee Community Theatre proudly presents this birthday gift to the community,  the original historical production, "Spirits of Okeechobee" which pays homage to Pogy Bill,  Dr. Anna "Doc Anner" Darrow, and others who played major roles in the formation of this unique part of our state. Learn More
Cattle Country Replacement Female Sale
Selling 800+ Head of Bred Heifers  Live Bidding Onsite 
Broadcast Live on Superior Productions  Dish Network 232
www.superiorclicktobid.com
Also Broadcast on www.DVAuction.com  Learn More
A Letter From the Director 
Fall is finally here and I know we are all looking forward to cooler weather and a busy season; hopefully October will bring us both!

First off, October 22nd the chamber will hold their monthly "Business After Hours" evening networking social. We have decided to celebrate the official start of fall, so this after hours event will include a pumpkin decorating contest as well as a caramel apple bar. This month's host will be Coldwell Banker Berger Real Estate and Romano Law Group.

Also in October, the chamber's Concealed Weapons Class will continue. This month's class will be held on October 15th and 17th. This two-day class provides the community a great opportunity to obtain their concealed weapons permit. There will be many dates for the class throughout the next few months. If our October session dates don't work for you, head on over to the chamber's website and check the calendar for a date that will fit your schedule.
Here at the chamber we are also getting excited about our annual Business of the Year Awards Luncheon coming up on Wednesday, October 21. I would encourage all of you who plan on attending the luncheon to RSVP as soon as possible, being that seating for this event fills up quickly!

October is going to be a busy month as the chamber also plans on hosting two Grand Openings! These events are a great way for other chamber members to meet new members as well as show their support to these local businesses. O'Reilly Auto Parts is the first Grand Opening scheduled for October 15th at 9:00 AM. Also the Surgery Center of Okeechobee will have their Grand Opening/Open House event on October 24th at 10:00 AM.

Last but surely not least, the chamber would not be able to make any of this happen without its members. With that being said I would like to congratulate and most of all thank our newest members joining in September. Thank you to Treasure Coast Food Bank, CareerSource Research Coast, Nurse On Call and O'Reilly Auto Parts.

Erin Moore
Executive Director
Treasure Coast Food Bank "Pack the House" Event
On Friday, September 11, 2015 Chamber Director Erin Moore attended the Treasure Coast Food Bank's "Pack the House" Event for those of you who don't know Pack The House is a brand new event being hosted by the Treasure Coast Food Bank in conjunction with Hunger Action month, which brings awareness to the issue of hunger on the Treasure Coast for the entire month of September. Pack The House is a time for individual and group volunteers to come together and sort 100,000 pounds of food in a 24 hour period, creating over 83,000 meals for those in our community.

City Planning Board Meeting
City of Okeechobee Planning Board Meeting.The public is invited and encouraged to attend.  Learn More
Community Collaborative Council
The mission of the Shared Services Network of Okeechobee County is to provide comprehensive, integrated services for children and families through coordinated leadership, planning, and collaboration involving all segments of the community.  Learn More
Rotary Halloween Bash
Rotary's Adult Halloween costume party. Prizes, raffles/auctions, dunk tank, bonfire, more. Hors d'oeuvres, OPEN BAR. $40 per person. Costume required or $10 additional. Learn More
New Members
Hot Deals
Waterfront Rental Cottages 
Charming Waterfront Cottages to Rent with Direct Access to Lake Okeechobee
LADIES NIGHT AT PARROTT ISLAND!
WEDNESDAY LADIES NIGHT  PARROTT ISLAND GRILL  LADIES DRINK FREE  6 ~ 10 PM
AT BOTH BARS! Learn More...
Staycation
Pay for 5 and Stay for 7. Learn More...
Gilbert Chevrolet Educator Discount
In an effort to give back to those who give so much, teachers are eligible to receive our Educator Discount. 
Group Discounts
More People More Fun
2015 Business of the Year Awards
The Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County will hold their 2nd Annual Business of the Year Awards Luncheon on October 21, 2015 at Indian River State College Dixon Hendry Campus in the Williamson Center. The doors open at 11:30 AM and food served at 11:45 AM. Presentations will begin at 12:00 PM and conclude 1:00 PM. Public registration will begin on September 8th, please make sure you RSVP as seating will be limited.

We would like say a huge thank you to our wonderful luncheon sponsors Raulerson Hospital & Waste Management. Also, thank you to Syfrett Feed for sponsoring the winners awards!





October Business After Hours
The Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly "Business After Hours" evening networking social from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 22, 2015! 

This is an excellent opportunity to get to know your local business people and build lasting relationships in a professional environment. 

The hosts this month are Coldwell Banker Berger Real Estate and Romano Law Group.We have decided to celebrate the official start of fall, so this after hours event will include a pumpkin decorating contest as well as a caramel apple bar. 








Grand Opening of O'Reilly's  Auto Parts
The Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County will facilitate a Grand Opening on Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 9:00 AM. This event will be in celebration of the recently opened O'Reilly Auto Parts store. Please stop by and welcome this new business to the community.
Surgery Center of Okeechobee Ribbon Cutting
The Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County will facilitate a Grand Opening on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 10:00 AM. This event will be held in conjunction with the Surgery Centers Open House.
Annual Kids Halloween Coloring Contest
Okeechobee Discounts Drugs
The contest will be held September 28th-October 30th. Kids from 2-12 years old are eligible. Two winners will be chosen a receive a pound of candy from the candy shoppe located inside of the pharmacy. Entry forms/coloring sheets can be picked up at 203 SW Park Street. 
Offer Valid: September 28th - October 30th




Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County | | [email protected] | http://www.okeechobeebusiness.com
55 S Parrott Ave.
Okeechobee, FL 34974