Happy Monday, Chamber Friends! | | |
🎃 There's no trick, just plenty of treats at the Chamber this week! As October wraps up, we're brewing up exciting opportunities, celebrating our Chamber connections, and getting a head start on November! With Halloween this Saturday and Daylight Saving Time ending Sunday, don't let the weekend spook you into forgetting to turn those clocks back!
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
SPOTLIGHT: Celebrating Our Diplomat of the Month!
VENDOR APPS OPEN: BBQ & Blues| GCHABF
REGISTER NOW: Magnolia Run | Golf FORE! Education
GIVE BACK: LAYP Turkey Take-Out, Donations Accepted at the Chamber
SURVEY: Take our quick 60-second survey
COMING UP: November Chamber Events & Networking Opportunities
From recognizing our dedicated volunteers to supporting local businesses, preparing for upcoming events, and giving back to our community, there's plenty happening at the Chamber! Check out the opportunities below, mark your calendars, and stay connected as we head into a busy November!
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Congratulations to our Diplomat of the Month!
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Lauren Fealy
The South Baldwin Chamber Diplomats are dedicated volunteers who strengthen partner engagement and connections within the Chamber. Their commitment is honored through awards, recognition, and growth opportunities. Thank you to the program's presenting sponsor, Rogue Pest Solutions!
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Help Shape Our Upcoming AI Training!
Whether you’re already using AI in your business or just figuring out where to start, we want to hear from you!
Take our quick 60-second survey (just 3 questions) and let us know what tools, topics, and training would be most helpful to your business. Your feedback will help shape our upcoming member programming!
| | | Vendor Applications Now Open! | | Fire up your business opportunities at the 2027 BBQ & Blues Cook Off! Vendor applications are officially open, and we invite local businesses, makers, and merchants to join us for a day of great food, live music, and community fun! | |  | Take your business to new heights at the 2027 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival! Vendor applications are now open for this three-day celebration, offering a fantastic opportunity to showcase your products and connect with thousands of festivalgoers. | | |
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Quote of the Day
"The best way to predict the future is to create it." – Peter Drucker
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FRIDAY 👻 OCT 30
8-9 AM | 3299 Loop Rd, Orange Beach
Join the Lower Alabama Young Professionals (ages 21–40) for Costumes, Coffee, and Connections at the fabulous Cavala Apartments! Put on your spookiest costume and come network with some of South Baldwin’s best!
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TUESDAY ☀️ NOV 3
8:30 AM | 9883 James Rd, Foley
Join us for our Q4 AM Connections sponsored by Local IT! Start your morning with speed networking to promote your business and connect with other professionals. Enjoy coffee and breakfast, with conversations that spark new opportunities!
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SATURDAY 👟 NOV 7
8-11 AM |14770 Oak St, Magnolia Springs
Run, walk, or bring the whole family to the Magnolia Run, presented by Baldwin County Sewer Service! Choose the 5K Run, 5K Walk, or 1-Mile Fun Run and enjoy a scenic, stroller- and dog-friendly course followed by music, food, and awards. A portion of every registration benefits Impact GulfCoast!
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FRIDAY ⛳️ NOV 12
8AM Shotgun Start | GlenLakes Golf Club
Spots are still available! Gather your four-person team for the 5th Annual Golf FORE! Education Tournament, presented by Baldwin EMC at GlenLakes Golf Club. Enjoy breakfast, on-course fun, a silent auction, lunch, and awards—all while supporting the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation
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IRS Announces Hurricane Isaias Tax Relief | The IRS has extended certain federal tax filing and payment deadlines to February 4, 2027, for eligible Alabama residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Isaias.
【❪ Read the IRS Announcement for details
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SBA Disaster Assistance Available | Eligible small businesses and private nonprofits in Baldwin and Escambia counties impacted by drought conditions beginning February 3 may qualify for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans of up to $2 million. Application deadline is April 26, 2027.
【❪ LEARN MORE / INFO FLYER / FACT SHEET
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Make Your Small Business Voice Heard | The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Small Business Credit Survey is now open, giving business owners and key financial decision-makers an opportunity to share their experiences with financing, debt, and current business conditions. Survey closes NOV 13, 2026.
【❪ Learn More About this Small Business Survey
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Free SCORE Webinars for Your Business | Build new skills and strengthen your business with SCORE’s free, expert-led webinars. Explore upcoming sessions covering marketing, finances, AI, business growth, and more—all designed to provide practical guidance you can put to work.
【❪ See the Upcoming Free Webinars
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