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Weekly Update Newsletter
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April 2, 2014
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Greetings!,
Pinellas County is event packed almost every day and night of the year. One struggles with what to do and how to spend your free time with all the abundant events that we have around us. This weekend was no different and I chose to catch Jay Leno at the Capitol Theatre and a VIP invite to the Firestone Grand Prix races in St. Pete. Jay was so funny and I laughed so hard, I can't wait for an opportunity to see him again. His show opened with Henry Gross a founding member of the Rock & Roll revival band Sha Na Na and he performed at Woodstock, too. This guy was fabulous and was a delightful surprise to the opening of Jay's comedy show. It was off to the races on Sunday and what a grand time it was. Visit St. Pete-Clearwater was there in front of the gate greeting arrivals and promoting our county to all the race fans. I was so impressed with the attendance and the enthusiasm of the people who come for this race. People from all over the world were here and saw it televised...what a gorgeous day to have our area showcased to the world. One of our Chamber members invited me to join their Race Party right on the front line. Being on the track for the race spoils one for any other way to watch the action.
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Rhonda Sanborn,
Director of Hospitality
Visit St. Pete/Clearwater
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Rhonda Sanborn and Darlene Kole perched above the race with a breathtaking view
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I thank all those who make events in our area possible. I know how hard we work to produce the events that we do here at our Chamber so I am most respectful of others who do the same. It is so much fun to attend an event that I got to go and just enjoy, which I did very much. Thank you! Darlene Kole |
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April 4th:
Guppy's Gulfside Gallop 5k Sunset Run and 1k Fun Mile Walk
April 4-13th:
Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival
April 18th:
Egg Hunt on Clearwater Beach
April 24th:
Shephard's Mingle
May 9th:
Clearwater Beach Taste Fest
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April
4th: The Little Mermaid
5th: Fast and Furious
6th: Dolphin Tale
7th: Jurassic Park
8th: Harry Potter and
The Deathly Hallows
9th: E.T.
10th: The Clone Wars
11th: Finding Nemo
12th: Back To The Future
13th: Jaws
18th: Hop
19th: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
25th: Tad the Lost Explorer
26th: Saving Mr.Banks
*(Dusk)
weather permitting*
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Contest Time!
2 Free Tickets to the Renaissance Festival! If you can riddle me this...
It's the last weekend to go to the Renaissance Festival! The Chamber has 2 tickets to get in for free! The first person to answer the riddle correctly will win the tickets!
Q: What do you call a Mosquito in a tin suit?E-mail your answer to:
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New Member
3 Rooker Charters Jon Weaver 1444 Jasmine Way Clearwater, FL 33756 727-259-3653 E-mailWebsite  Grimaldi's Pizzeria Brittany Maroney 27001 U.S. Highway 19 N. Ste 1140 Clearwater, FL 33761 727-725-1200 E-mailWebsite |
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Beach Safety Video
The Clearwater Police Department has been working diligently on this wonderful video about beach safety!
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Frenchy's is pleased to announce that they have been chosen to be featured on the Travel Channel's show "Food Paradise". This show features "must-see food spots across the country that offer unique dining experiences. Serving up hefty plates of the country's tastiest, most mouth-watering and decadent meals." It is no surprise that their famous grouper sandwich will be the main event. Filming will be on Thursday, April 3, 2014 and all are welcome to come and see the Travel Channel film crew in action. And, who knows, you may end up in the episode itself!
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It's Baseball Season!  Opening night is this Friday April 4, 2014 The gates open at 5:00 p.m & the game starts at 6:30 p.m.
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Member Spotlight
 Dannette Lynch
P.O. Box 554
727-642-3404
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What's On The
President's Plate?
 Grouper Salad at SHOR American Seafood Grill in the Hyatt Clearwater Beach
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Visit St. Pete/Clearwater continues to promote its "I Need Sun" campaign this winter in our key feeder markets. Along with 800 snow stamps implemented in Chicago this winter, March 4th - 12th, 8 snow sculptures depicting the sun, palm trees, and dolphins were created . Approximately 1.5 tons of snow was used to create the large snow sculptures in popular locations throughout Chicago, such as Grant Park, Water Tower and the Adler Planetarium.
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It's A Great Week To:
Fill The Fridge!
 Publix Super Market
200 Island Way
Clearwater, FL 33767
727-441-2439
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The Rotary Club Of
Clearwater Beach
April 3, 2014
Program:
Colonel Walter Bawell presents: My Secretary, Romeo Agent's SPY, a real life espionage account regarding Spies from USSR obtaining info from the US
12:15pm - 1:15 pm
Meeting Location:
Carlouel Yacht Club
1091 Eldorado Ave
Clearwater, FL
To Learn More
Click Here
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The Beach Chamber is
proud to have formed an Elite Partnership with:
Clearwater Gas System.
They sponsor ALL of our events.Thank you Clearwater
Gas System!
for details on
environmentally-friendly
natural gas energy
for appliances,
water heating, cooking
and pool/spa heating.
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Greenlight Pinellas is a community conversation about transportation
in Pinellas County.
Get Involved
For more information please
visit their website  |
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Tourism Video
Beach Chamber Staff:
Darlene Kole
President/CEO
Liz LaJoy
Office Manager
Ann Locke
Special Events
Jessica Howe
Administrative Assistant
Office Volunteers: John Cagle
Maria
Beach Chamber Mascot
Eric Waltz
Chairman of the Board
Louie Stavropoulos
Vice Chairman
Carol Mears
Secretary
Jason Gibertoni
Treasurer
Darlene Kole
President/CEO Surf Style Visitor Center  Donna Dennis Manager Kathy Murray Concierge Donna also does "House Calls"
to businesses that have groups of people wanting to learn more about our beautiful piece of paradise.
She puts together welcome bags filled with all kinds of useful information for our visitors. Visitor Center Volunteers: Nancy Gardinier Ed Patch Christie Hanna
Tell Your Guests Our Visitor Center's Sell tickets for:
 The Beach Chamber sells discounted Busch Gardens half day tickets too!
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We have a commercial!
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Click the picture to watch our Clearwater Beach Taste Fest and Restaurant
Week Commercial!
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Sunsets At Pier 60 Mingle!
 Was wonderful! Even though we did not have our normal beautiful beach weather we made the best of it. The ice cream from Pier 60 Concessions was so delicious! Thank you Lisa Chandler from Pier 60 concessions and Jean Hagan from Sunsets At Pier 60 for a great time!
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A Trade Fair for Family Vacations
and Summer Camps
An opportunity you don't want to miss!
April 6,2014
10am - 4pm
The Straz Center in Tampa
Where's All The FUN
This Summer??
Let US Tell Them All About YOUR
Summer Fun Opportunities!
Tampa Bay Parenting Magazines Summer Trade Fair is a one-stop shopping opportunity for families planning their summer activities. The Clearwater Beach Chamber will attend this trade fair representing your business, as well as Clearwater Beach, and all that we have to offer! 
We will promote your business to several thousand families, handing out your marketing materials and sharing information on your family-friendly opportunities!
We do all of the work for you...
For ONLY $50!
For more information and to sign up
Contact Ann Locke
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One Lucky Pup
The Chamber got a special visit last Friday from a very cute, very furry friend! Emma! You may  have read our article that we shared a few weeks back about her very sad beginning with a happy ending. Juli Norberg, Pier House 60 Marina Hotel, and her husband Rick Norberg, Jimmy's Fish House in the Holiday Inn and Suites, adopted little Emma a few months ago after deciding to take her in as a foster pet. Recently, Emma got sick but was healed thanks to a very dedicated veterinarian, Dr. Carlos Pola, at Enterprise Road Animal Hospital. "He is so amazing!", exclaimed Juli, as she shared with the Chamber about Dr. Pola's idea to bring Emma back to health. Dr. Pola, when discovering how sick Emma was told Juli he would like to give her around the clock care. He took Emma for two weeks and fed her, bathed her, woke up in the middle of the night to feed and help her. It is so wonderful to know that there are people who truly care in the veterinarian field and would bend over backward to help a small animal in need of a little TLC.
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Call us and we'll be glad to pick up your items!
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PIER 60 SUGAR SAND FESTIVAL
April 4-13, 2014
This year's theme,
"Iconic Hollywood Movies"
featuring iconic movie characters & scenes
The Clearwater Beach Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring last year's winning sand sculptor this year! Please go out and show your support for Patrick Harsch! 
A little about Patrick:
Patrick started sculpting sand 17 & � years ago on an event with Team Sandtastic for Disney creating a "Sandta Throne" scene as a photo op for guests.
Since then professional sand sculpture has been his primary occupation [save for a stint in Orlando crafting sets and props for the entertainment industry]. Professional sand sculpting has taking him to many Caribbean Islands, Mexico, the Mideast, Asia and all throughout the US creating projects that cause extensive media coverage & foot traffic.
Many Clearwater locals will know his work as the sand sculptor at the Florida State Fair for past years. He's a Clearwater resident and Clearwater Beach is his hometown beach.
Admission
$8 Adults
$4 Students
$5 Seniors (55+)
$5 Military, Police and Firefighters
Children 5 & under are FREE when accompanied by a paying adult
visit the Facebook Page and on Twitter
Festival Information: (727) 449-1036
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7 Chamber Mega Mixer
 Florida Auto Exchange Stadium 373 Douglas Avenue Tuesday, April 15th 5:30 - 6:30pm networking 6:30pm the Game Dunedin Jays vs. Daytona Cubs It's a night you won't want to miss! Cash bar Door Prizes Hors d'oeuvres provided by Clear Sky Draught Haus & Clear Sky Beachside Caf� 20% off merchandise that evening in the Dunedin Blue Jays shop Special networking area and reserved seating just for our group. $5.00 for Chamber Members $10.00 Cash or Check at the door for members $10.00 for non-members $15.00 Cash or Check at the door for non-members (Your registration includes a game ticket) RSVP for the event www.register.dunedinfl.com
301 Main Street, Dunedin FL 34698 Questions or for non-member registration - Call 727-733-3197 |
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From Donna's Corner of The Beach...
Ode to the Beach
Tanning, reddening, shining bodies--no two bathing suits alike.
Lying on pure white sugar sand--backdrop for vacationers.
Scents of sunscreen wafting through warm, moist atmosphere.
Frisbees, footballs flying past heads of sandy, scarfed or hatted hair.
Sounds of steel drums, rock, rap, country----and squeals of children dashing into briny surf.
Conversations in English, Spanish, Dutch, German, Chinese, Farsi, and tongues undecipherable.
Laughter abounds. This is our beach. Join me here...
With sand between my toes,
donna
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Get Ready For...
May 12-18, 2014
Check the website frequently to see which restaurants have signed up to participate
Clearwater Beach Taste Fest
May 9th from 5:30-8:30pm
Presenting Sponsor:
  
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333 S. Gulfview Blvd
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727.447.7600
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