May 23, 2023

Good afternoon, Elizabeth!

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day, as we take time to remember those who sacrificed everything for the freedom we all enjoy.

We hope you have a safe and relaxing holiday weekend with family and friends.

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• ACA-Compliant Group Health Benefits Solution
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Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Every Thursday | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Kevin Oster will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential and at no cost to you. No appointment is required; however, you are welcome to email KOster@uwf.edu if you would like to schedule one.

Business After Hours Sponsored by 790

Thursday, May 25 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: 14073 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin

Registration and payment are required.



Join us for networking, cocktails, and appetizers! Door prizes are welcome.

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, June 7 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.



Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend. Jamie Auger, Chief, Commander's Action Group (CAG), Eglin Air Force Base, will present a National Security Intel briefing.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Holloway Yacht Charters

Friday, June 9 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village

Registration and payment required.

Please join us for our June 9 Business Before Hours Sponsored by Holloway Yacht Charters LLC and featuring non-profit spotlight United Way Emerald Coast! 

Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Okaloosa County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel

Wednesday, June 21 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Registration required.

In 2023, Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. Our June Powerhouse Women is Okaloosa County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel. She took office in November 2014 as our only female County Commissioner and has been a resident of Okaloosa County for more than 35 years.

The Charles

• Blue Chip Digital Marketing LLC
• Boogies Watersports & Glass Bottom Boat
• Cavinder Elevator Company
• Diamond Draft Services
• Five Star Beach Properties

• FloridaRentals.com
• Lowe's #3166
• Monograms By Me And Mom, Inc.
• Old 98 Destin
• South Oak Title

May 30 - IV Sea Hydration LLC

June 5 - Emerald Coast Theatre Company

June 13 - Aqua Vitae IV Drip & Oxygen Bar

June 27 - First National Bank

June 29 - The Taylor Haugen Foundation

July 13 - Barnett Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, PA

Tuesday, May 23

Taco & Tequila Tuesday at Mezcal Mexican Grill

Music Bingo at Fatboys

Wednesday, May 24

Commercial Real Estate for Small Business Owners

Wednesday Night Concert Series

Silent Disco Party

Music Bingo at Harry T's Lighthouse

Thursday, May 25

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Destin Chamber's Business After Hours Sponsored by 790

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

MKAF Concerts in the Village - Sinfonia Gulf Coast feat. Morgan James and Symphonic Soul

Broadway on the Boulevard: Get on Your Feet: Brings Musical Pizzaz to Grand Park This Summer

Ladies Night at McGuire's Destin

Friday, May 26

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Karaoke at Harry T's Lighthouse

Saturday, May 27

GATE TO GATE Memorial Run/Walk

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

CALM Furniture Resale Store Open 9am -1pm

Memorial Day Weekend Celebration

Sunday, May 28

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Destin Commons Market

Memorial Day Weekend Celebration

Monday, May 29

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296

Memorial Day Weekend Celebration

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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Okaloosa County School District Highlights Efforts in Support of Mental Health

Northwest Florida State College Publishes Proposed Course Fees for 2023-2024 Academic Year

Okaloosa County School District to Offer Education Summer Camps for Rising 5th Graders

Okaloosa County Junior ROTC Cadets Receive Monetary Scholarships from the Eglin Air and Space Force Association

Join Our Team at Boys & Girls Clubs of The Emerald Coast

Read the May 2023 Issue of Destin Life

Hello Frances Podcast: Celebrating Year 1 with Jacie Chandler

Destin-Fort Walton Beach sets new records at World’s Largest Lionfish Tournament

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