Good morning, Elizabeth!
Our office will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 1, for our Board planning retreat.
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Free SBDC Seminar: Amplifying Strengths for Leadership with Rocket Fuel Coach
What are your strengths? What is your "kryptonite?" By leveraging your strengths, you can increase profits and productivity without hiring additional staff! Presented by the Florida SBDC and Rocket Fuel Coach Bill Mason, this no-cost, in-depth workshop will help business owners and leaders learn how to leverage their strengths to benefit their employees and teams. The event takes place Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 9 - 11 a.m., at the Destin Chamber. Register here!
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City of Destin National Community Survey
The City of Destin, in partnership with POLCO/National Research Center, launched a community survey in September for randomly selected Destin residents. The survey included questions about quality of life, important characteristics of community, services provided by the city and priorities for the future. Today, all Destin residents living within the city limits may participate in the survey thru Oct. 28, by visiting https://polco.us/n/res/vote/destin-fl/the-city-of-destin-2022-2.
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City of Destin to Host Town Center CRA and Harbor CRA Workshop
City staff will host a combined workshop for the Harbor and Town Center CRA to introduce and discuss the scope and logistics of the City’s Utility Undergrounding Project. The workshop with take place at the City Hall Annex, located at 4100 Indian Bayou Trail, on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 5:30 p.m. For questions, please contact the Community Development Office at (850) 654-1119.
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Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Tricia Brunson
Wednesday, October 19 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Destin Chamber
Registration required
Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. On Oct. 19, Tricia Brunson, President & CEO of the Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, will present Success is a Practice in Flexibility.
Registration is required due to space constraints. You are welcome to bring your lunch!
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No Cost Business Consulting
Thursday, October 20 | 10:30 - 2 p.m.
Location: Destin Chamber
Find details here
Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Diana Jernigan will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential, no-cost, and allow you skip the traditional wait period after you request consulting from the Florida SBDC.
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Free SBDC Seminar: Amplifying Strengths for Leadership with Rocket Fuel Coach
Wednesday, October 26 | 9 - 11 a.m.
Location: Destin Chamber
Register here
What are your strengths? What is your "kryptonite"? By leveraging your strengths, you can increase profits and productivity without hiring additional staff! Presented by the Florida SBDC and Rocket Fuel Coach Bill Mason, this no-cost, in-depth workshop will help business owners and leaders learn how to leverage their strengths to benefit their employees and teams.
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Business After Hours Sponsored by Fatboys
Thursday, October 27 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: 104 Harbor Blvd., Destin
Registration and payment required
Join us for networking, cocktails, and appetizers, during our Oct. 27 Business After Hours sponsored by Fatboys. The event begins at 5 p.m., and culminates with door prizes at 6:30 p.m.
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Military Affairs Council Meeting
Wednesday, November 2 | 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Destin Chamber
Find details here.
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Young Professionals of Destin Friendsgiving
Tuesday, November 8 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Location: Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
Registration is required.
Bring a Thanksgiving-inspired appetizer to share as we celebrate and network with friends. This event is BYOB. Friendsgiving is free to attend, but registration is required.
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Business Before Hours Sponsored by Gateway Payments Gulf Coast
Thursday, November 10 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Location: Shoreline Church
Registration and payment required
Colonel W. Anthony Meeks, Commander and Director for the Munitions Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory at Eglin Air Force Base, will share the AFRL's story and mission, as well as speak to the Veterans Day holiday. The Rocky Bayou Christian School Chamber Singers will begin the event with the National Anthem.
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Ongoing through Sunday, October 30
Lawn Games in Grand Park
Ongoing through Sunday, Oct. 23
Emerald Coast Theater presents Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
Ongoing through Friday, October 21
Mattie Kelly Arts Center Galleries at Northwest Florida State College Present My Body is a Battleground: Dong Kyu Kim
Tuesday, October 18
Children's Volunteer Health Network presents the The Youth Mental Health Project
Spooky Tales Pajama Storytime at the Destin Library
Blues Traveler at Club LA
Wednesday, October 19
Wellness Wednesday at Grand Boulevard
Don't Miss it! New Agent Class | ECAR | October 19
Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Tricia Brunson
City of Destin to Host Town Center CRA and Harbor CRA Workshop
Wednesday Night Concert Series
Thursday, October 20 - Saturday, October 22
Purses with a Purpose is Back
Thursday, October 20
8th Annual Billy Bowlegs Golf Tournament
No-Cost Business Consulting with the Florida SBDC at UWF
City of Destin Open House
Neighborhood Dog Gym Celebrates Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
"Best OF" Award Celebration at Somerby Santa Rosa Beach
Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296
"Taste of the Bayou" Wine Dinner at 790
Friday, October 21 - Saturday, October 22
2022 BIA Home Show
Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike FWB
Alys Beach Crafted - benefitting Food for Thought Outreach
Friday, October 21
2022 Fore Her Golf Outing
2022 Women's Lead Summit: The Impact of our Local Judges
Destin Library presents Fall on the Lawn
Karaoke at American Legion Post 296
Emerald Coast Theatre presents Comedy at the Boulevard
Saturday, October 22
Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market
Bloody Mary Festival
Rocktober Concert Series
Sinfonia Gulf Coast presents The Bride of Frankenstein
Sunday, October 23
Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296
Sunday Brunch at 790
Monday, October 24
City of Destin Fall Festival
Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296
If you would like your event listed here, please submit it to the Events Calendar at DestinChamber.com. Be sure to include your company name, as we only publish events of Destin Chamber members.
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Congratulations to South Oak Title on last week's ribbon cutting celebrating your new Destin office!
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