Weekly Wave

October 28, 2025

Good morning!

On Thursday, Oct. 30, our office hours will be 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., due to our Board Planning Retreat. We will also have the same modified hours Monday, Nov. 3 - Thursday, Nov. 6, due to staff attending our state chamber association conference.

Do You Have a Boss or Coworker Who Goes Above and Beyond?

Celebrate their impact by submitting a nomination for the Ann Gibson Community Service Award Sponsored by Okaloosa Gas or the Business Person of the Year Sponsored by Trustmark! Nominations close Friday, Dec. 5, and the winners will be recognized at the Jan. 22 Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner presented by Trustmark.

Bourbon at the Bay Sponsorships & Tickets Now Available!

Mark your calendars for Nov. 20, and kick off the holiday season in style at the 13th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale! Enjoy tastings of bourbon, tequila, and champagne; browse an incredible silent auction filled with gifts, getaways, and more; and try your luck in the always-popular wine pull.

Purchase your tickets now and help make this year’s event the best yet! We’re also accepting silent auction donations, which are a great way to showcase your business while supporting this community favorite. Email espies@DestinChamber.com for details.

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

ACA-Compliant Health Insurance Plan

Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

Save up to 25% with Constant Contact

Save $ On Office Supplies

You now have access to savings on everything your business relies on with ODP Business Solutions (Office Depot® OfficeMax®). Register today for your no-cost business account with ODP Business Solutions or use this card to save in-store.

Enjoy Credit Union Membership

Members of the Destin Chamber are eligible for membership with Eglin Federal Credit Union!

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, October 30 | 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.

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, November 5 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Our speaker will be Steve Loken, P.E., F. SAME, Lt Col (USAF ret), Deputy Base Civil Engineer in the 1st Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron (1 SOCES) at Hurlburt Field. Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union

Friday, November 14 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer

Registration and payment required.

Please join us for a delicious breakfast overlooking the Destin Harbor with sponsor Eglin Federal Credit Union and non-profit spotlight DEFENSEWERX.

Tourism & Hospitality Lunch Sponsored by Warren Averett: Exceptional Hospitality in the Service Industry

Wednesday, November 19 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Registration and payment required.

Local author Bruce Craul will lead a conversation on 'Exceptional Hospitality in the Service Industry.'

Monkee's of 30A

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

October 28 - Southern Vacation Rentals

January 5 - Destin Snowbirds

Congratulations to Century 21 AllPoints Realty on last week's ribbon cutting celebrating the new Destin office!

Wednesday, October 1 - Friday, October 31

Destin Fishing Rodeo

Thursday, October 23 - Sunday, November 2

Tennessee Williams’ Enduring Drama The Glass Menagerie Takes The Stage At Emerald Coast Theatre Company

Tuesday, October 28

Southern Vacation Rentals Ribbon Cutting

Wednesday, October 29

The Village of Baytowne Wharf's Wednesday Night Concert Series

Thursday, October 30

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents "Google AI University"

Barktoberfest at Grand Boulevard

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Friday, October 31

Grand Boulevard's Halloween on the Boolevard

Movies on The Lawn : Fall Edition

Escape to Wonderland: A Twisted Tea Party at Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Trick or Treat Street at The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Saturday, November 1

Destin's 27th Annual Pinfish Classic

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Pirate Brew Fest

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Sunday, November 2

Bubbles & Brunch

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Supper at Hotel Effie's Ovide

Monday, November 3

Whiskey and Cigar Nights

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.