Mission Statement:
The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the prosperity and general welfare of its business members and the community they serve.
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~ 97th Year Serving Charlotte County ~
Punta Gorda ~ Port Charlotte ~ Englewood ~ Charlotte Harbor ~ Murdock
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BUSINESS ONLINE
~ Monday, February 28, 2022 ~
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2021-2022 Sustaining Partners
Sustaining Partner businesses provide additional financial support annually to the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce which, in turn, provides them with additional valuable membership benefits. These contributions to the chamber allow for the continued increase of promotion, advocacy, involvement, and leadership at the local, state and federal levels. This is done to always be proactive in support of our businesses and the community we serve.
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~ Chamber Events and Updates ~ |
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Business Card Exchange, Thurs., March 24 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Dunkins Diamonds, 1441 Tamiami Trail Unit #575C (Port Charlotte Town Center Mall), Port Charlotte, FL 33948. If you like, bring a small gift/door prize to promote your business. Kindly register for this event in the MIC(Member Portal).
The next issue of the FIR$T THUR$DAY ADVERTI$ER will be sent out on March 3. (Digital flyers are due by March 1.) Members interested in taking advantage of this new digital monthly format will save the cost of printing a flier. ($100 for-profit and $50 non-profit each issue) . Email your ad to advertiser@charlottecountychamber.org and include the web address we should link it to, or call us 941-627-2222 for more information.
Members, the Charlotte County Chamber Newsletter Business Perspective is going DIGITAL Quarterly beginning in 2022 and publishing January/April/July/October. Members who want to include a Digital page to ride with the newsletter should complete and return the agreement and provide their digital page by the 20th of the month before publication. *Cost $100 for-profit and $50 non-profit each issue *Sustaining Partners receive free digital flyers depending on their partnership level. Send your digital flyer to Newsletter@charlottecountychamber.org or call 941-627-2222 for information.
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The 12th Annual Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Business Expo date is February 2, 2023! Remember to save the date and set aside a little of your marketing budget ($395 for a booth space) for the Hottest Business Day in Paradise, Expo2023!
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Print Sponsor: Buffalo Graffix
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Motto Mortgage/1st Rate Loans
18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 101
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Khari Nixon
(317) 503-5350
http://www.mottomortgage1strate.com
Gaither Dynamic
2411 Montpelier Rd.
Punta Gorda, FL 33983
Gaither Stephens
(231) 282-9453
http://www.GaitherDyn.com
loanDepot
18501 Murdock Cir., Unit 204
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Kelly Stinefast
(941) 916-8001
http://www.loandepot.com/kstinefast
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Know of a business who would also benefit from being a Chamber member?
Businesses may join online now on our website or please recommend a business to
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~ Join us for a Ribbon Cutting ~ |
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WhitCo Insurance Alexia Martin Agency
Ribbon Cutting on Thurs., Mar. 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Celebrating their 10 year Anniversary and new location at
6210 Scott Street, Unit 216, Punta Gorda
Essences Nail Spa
Ribbon Cutting on Wed., March 23 at 10:00 a.m.
19451 Cochran Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Celebrating their Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting.
* 20% off March 23 Any Service – Next Visit 10% off any service
* No Appointments on March 23rd – Walk Ins Only
* One Free adult beverage or Soft Drinks March 23rd
* March 24 – 31 10% off any service
* #EssenceNailsandSpaHALLC
Osceola Puppies Grand Opening
Ribbon Cutting, Thurs., March 31 at 5:30 p.m.
2686 Tamiami Trail, Unit 3A
Port Charlotte
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Everyone is invited to attend Chamber ribbon cutting events. Come out and support your fellow members. |
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Send YOUR Member News/Events to BOL@charlottecountychamber.org and we'll share it each week. Email submissions of 90 words or fewer, in paragraph form, by noon on Friday for inclusion the following Monday. This is a free members-only benefit! (We do reserve the right to publish and edit any submissions.)
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#OurFutureisNow!
#OneCommunity
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Mulch Sale!!! Murdock Stones Etc. is selling its Bagged Red Mulch for just $2.50 per bag (normally $3.00) to all Chamber members and their employees through the month of February. "While Supplies Last". Delivery is available at an extra charge. 590 Prineville St. in Port Charlotte (by the Sun Flea Market). 7621 Sawyer Circle (off Gasparilla Rd. …look for the World’s Largest Mailbox). www.murdockstonesetc.com. 941-629-6651.
Charlotte Players-February 4-29. Gillian Holroyd is one of the few modern people who can actually cast spells and perform feats of supernaturalism. She casts a spell over an unattached publisher, Shepherd Henderson, partly to keep him away from a rival and partly because she is attracted to him. For tickets go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022. Tickets are $22.
Charlotte Players- John Denver Tribute Band February 28, 2022. With the uncanny resemblance and sound of the late John Denver, Ted Vigil performs many of Denver’s hits, including “Rocky Mountain High,” “Annie’s Song,” “Sunshine on My Shoulder,” and “Thank God I’m a Country Boy.” Preferred and Regular seating is available. Showtime is 7:30p. For more information go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022.
Admire the artwork of Karen Bell, March 2nd from 5pm-7pm at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 635 E Marion Ave Punta Gorda. Enjoy a complimentary Wine and Cheese reception to showcase Karen. As a child she had a LOVE for paper, scissors & music. As Karen's career brought her to teaching music she reconnected her LOVE of paper with an Art teacher at the school. For years she has been enjoying many cultures in which Scherenschnite is a tradition. For information www.kays-ponger.com or like us on Facebook.
Charlotte County grant funding opportunity-United Way of Charlotte County (UWCC) announces the opening of its 2022-2024 grant cycle, which includes funds provided by UWCC and funding administered on behalf of the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Punta Gorda. UWCC partners with nonprofit agencies that address needs in the community in the areas of Educational Success, Financial Stability, Health and Well-being, and Basic Needs. To be eligible to apply for funding, attendance at the All-Agency Grant Workshop on March 9 is mandatory. (Click here for full media release.)
Charlotte Players- Curtain Up! March 11-27, 2022. Curtain Up is the hilarious story of five women who inherit equal shares in a dilapidated theatre and plan to bring it back to life again. A fast paced and very funny comedy with five great roles for women. Located at The Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle in Port Charlotte. For more information go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022.
The Southwest Florida Parade of Homes™ is a showcase of new homes produced by the National Association of Home Builders local, and the Charlotte DeSoto Building Industry Association. This annual event is open to all builders in the community to showcase model homes they offer the most innovative styles and designs. The Parade of Homes will be held March 5-13, 2022. For a list of homes, please visit www.swflparadeofhomes.com Homes will be open from 10-5 daily, Monday through Saturday, and 12-5 Sundays. Free of charge, chance to win a prize too.
The 14th annual Taste of Punta Gorda. Sunday, March 6th – 11 to 5 at Laishley Park, Punta Gorda. Tastes of delicious food from Charlotte County’s best restaurants all in one place! Beer & Wine, Arts, Crafts, a Kid’s Zone, and music with the BoogieMen. Tickets $5 – VIP $30 – kids 12 and under free. All proceeds support the Punta Gorda Rotary Club Foundation. Our Presenting IRON CHEF sponsor is Publix Super Markets. Other major sponsors are Ingman Marine, Suncoast Credit Union, Bankers Life, and Amerilife. Link to purchase tickets ahead is at Taste of Punta Gorda.org.
Water Quality Summit Set for March 7: Charlotte County has scheduled the 2022 Water Quality Summit from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Monday, March 7 at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Panelists will provide information on the following topics: Identifying water quality drivers in Charlotte Harbor, Advances in harmful algal bloom detection, prediction and communication, County activities and partnerships to monitor, improve, and protect water quality and natural habitats and Opportunities for citizen education and action. https://www.charlottecountyfl.gov/news/water-quality-summit-set-for-march-7.stml
Looking to have some fun while giving back to your favorite local charity? Join us on Sunday March 13th as C.A.R.E. Auxiliary hosts their annual Dart Tournament at the Ice House Pub. Located at 408 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda. Registration is $25.00 per player, tournament begins at 4:00pm. Sign-ups can be made by emailing careauxiliary@gmail.com or in person day of event. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams. All proceeds benefit the Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies. Eat, Sleep, and play darts with C.A.R.E. Auxiliary!
Fishermen’s Village invites everyone to their annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! Thursday, March 17th, beginning at 12 noon, enjoy authentic Irish music and dance, bag pipers, shopping, dining and a gorgeous sunset! Full details at www.fishermensvillage.com.
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Classic Coins is celebrating 19 years as a Charlotte County Chamber Member. We are actively buying gold and silver coins, foreign coins & currency, and all types of sterling silver. If we can help, call Andy at 941-629-1508. We would like to thank the Chamber for helping us thrive all these years. We are open 9am-1pm Monday to Friday at 2301Tamiami Trail, Unit D, Port Charlotte (across from the Mid-County Library).
Charlotte Harbor Water Shuttle cruises to the Riviera Bar & Grill twice a day 11:30 a.m. for lunch and 4:00 p.m. for dinner. Why wait in line for a table? Call Captain Phil (941) 219-9217 to book your reservations on the Water Shuttle and ask him to book your reservation for sitting at the restaurant. He'll call ahead to let them know how many he will be bringing so just let him know how many will be in your party and he’ll take care of the rest. Or visit http://charlotteharborwatershuttle.com
Do you have a few hours a week to spare? Do you need some lighthearted fun? Then perhaps you might want to consider volunteering for the Parrot Outreach Society. As you may or may not know, parrots are very smart creatures. Some of them have the intelligence of a 5-year old child. They also have many talents including singing, dancing and talking. If you are interested, please stop by the Parrot Outreach Society, 1205 Elizabeth Street, Suite I in Punta Gorda or you can obtain a volunteer form on our website: www. parrotoutreachsociety.org/forms. Hope to see you there.
Thanks to everyone who came out to Complete Auto Repair’s 12th annual Customer Appreciation Party on Saturday. If you’re the one who tried to get the pulled pork BBQ recipe, give Ron Morgan a call and he will connect you with the pit master. As usual, the Peace River Car Club and Tailgators of Central Florida for bringing their amazing cars. We appreciate our community. See you next year for Number 13!
Moves are usually planned months in advance. Unfortunately, our team runs into situations all too often when moving must be immediate for the sake of someone's safety. Gardiner & Sons Moving & Storage takes these moves very seriously and understands that getting someone safe with their essentials is the priority. If you come across a moving situation for a friend or loved one that can't wait, whether it's the weather, health, or threats of physical harm, call Gardiner & Sons Moving & Storage at 941-423-5311.
Do you want happier and healthier employees? Learn how Gulfcoast South AHEC can offer FREE tobacco cessation counseling and FREE Nicotine Replacement in the form of patches, gum and/or lozenges at no cost for qualifying participants. As part of Tobacco Free Florida’s in-person/virtual Group Quit sessions, we are here to help. Call 866-534-7909 or visit gsahec.org to register today.
Home Buying couldn’t be easier. With new programs available, Toby Lynn can find the right fit for a friend or co-worker. Conventional, FHA/VA, Primary Residences, Secondary Homes, Investment Properties, or Construction Loans, Toby can help. Pre-Qualify at no cost, zero, FREE! Specializing in Happy, Smooth, and On-Time Closings! CALL TODAY! Toby Lynn, Branch Manager, The Mortgage Firm, 941-356-6579 –www.ThePerfectMortgageSolution.com
Businesses owe it to themselves and everyone their employees come in contact with to know everything they can about their workers. Thorough background checks accomplish this. However, some businesses rationalize not checking because of cost. But the cost of a background check is a tiny fraction of the cost of terminating an employee and re-recruiting, re-hiring, and re-training a replacement ... and/or defending a lawsuit brought by a victim of a dishonest or violent employee. For economical and FCRA-compliant background screening, contact Doris Hebert-Ferrigno at NRG Background Checks. 941-488-8500; 800-531-6522; nrginfo@atlantic.net
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“The more honest and unique a person is, the more that person attracts people. It’s the same for businesses”. - Maxime Lagacé |
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We encourage members to shop with other members to keep our community and local economy strong. If you do business with one or more of our renewing members please congratulate them for their Chamber Anniversary. These are members who renewed between January 16, 2022 and February 15, 2022... Take a look! |
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F45 Training is a boutique fitness center franchise that is growing internationally. With a grand opening soon we need energetic, certified and friendly people to join our team in Port Charlotte. Hiring in 2022: Studio Manager (CPT, AED, CPR); Membership Manager (CPT, AED, CPR); Certified head Trainer (CPT, AED, CPR); Certified Trainers (CPT, AED, CPR); Administration & Front Desk. To learn about these great opportunities contact Michael Bluemling Jr. 516-788-5260 PortCharlotteWest@F45Training.com our website https://f45training.com/portcharlottwest - We will be at the Job Fair at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, Tuesday, February 1, 2022 from 3:00 to 5:00pm. |
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Showcase your business through sponsorship! |
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Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your business? A great opportunity would be sponsoring one of our Third Wednesday Coffees. Sponsors receive recognition in Business Online, on Facebook and in the Chamber calendar. Sponsors may place marketing materials on the tables at the event and will have 4-5 minutes to introduce yourself/staff/business. Available slots are limited. Please contact Janet Caffee jcaffee@charlottecountychamber.org or call 941-627-2222 for details. Cost to sponsor is $300.
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LOCAL-
Please call 2-1-1 for any resource needs.
STATE AND FEDERAL-
Florida Chamber of Commerce- www.floridachamber.com/coronavirus
Small Business Administration- www.sba.gov/disaster
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association- https://frla.org/covid-19/
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Billy: I think we’ve over-trained our dog! Look at him—he’s a nervous wreck.
Wanda: Why not take him to a pet psychiatrist?
Billy: Oh, we can’t do that... one of the things we’ve trained him not to do is go on the couch!
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Send YOUR Member News/Events to BOL@charlottecountychamber.org and we'll share it each week. Email submissions of 90 words or fewer, in paragraph form, by noon on Friday for inclusion the following Monday. This is a free members-only benefit! (We do reserve the right to publish and edit any submissions.)
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Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
2702 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
941-627-2222
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