November 4, 2025

Good morning!

Please note that we have modified hours through this Thursday, Nov. 6, due to staff attending our state chamber association conference. Our hours are 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Also, we will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

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!

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.

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, November 6 | 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 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.' 

Coastal Protein & Energy

Glow Health & Wellness

Richard J Rogers, DMD, PA

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

• Chick-fil-A
• Coastal Accounting of NW Florida, PA
• Destin Fishing Rodeo, Inc.

• Galati Yacht Sales
• Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, Inc.
• Norton Insurance Of Florida

November 7 - Farrow Contracting, Inc.



January 5 - Destin Snowbirds

Congratulations to Southern Vacation Rentals on last week's ribbon cutting celebrating its 30th anniversary and being voted the 2025 Best Vacation Rental Company in Florida by 'The Guide to Florida.'

Tuesday, November 4

Caregiver Support Group

Alissa Steffens Vocal Studios Concert at The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Wednesday, November 5

Destin Chamber's Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

The Arc of the Emerald Coast Presents Moon Walk

Thursday, November 6

Paychecks for Patriots

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents "Connect to Capital"

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation Announces 5th Annual BBQ & Bingo Fundraiser

Silver Oak Wine Dinner at Marina Cafe

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Friday, November 7 - Saturday, November 8

Emerald Coast Rodeo

Tribute Weekend at The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Falling Into Christmas Fall Flair

Friday, November 7

The 23rd Annual Charity Golf Classic supporting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast

Westonwood Ranch Sporting Clays Tournament Presented by Specialty Roofers

Farrow Contracting Ribbon Cutting

Farrow Contracting Open House & Industry Mixer

30A BBQ Festival Presented by 360 Blue at Grand Boulevard

First Friday Concert Series at Watersound

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Saturday, November 8

Taylor Haugen Foundation Low Country Shrimp Boil Tailgate

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

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

COPS Rock at Fudpucker's

Remy Martin Louis XIII Dinner

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Sunday, November 9

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

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Flutterby Arts Festival Produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County

Sunday Supper at Hotel Effie's Ovide

Monday, November 10

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.

Hello Frances Podcast: Clarity in Creative Leadership

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Awards $12,100 to 28 Artists in the 30th Annual Festival of the Arts

Grunt Inc. is Featured on EINPresswire

Call to Artists for 2025 Holiday Arts Gallery

A Superior Mechanical’s Inaugural Niceville Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Lunch

Southern Vacation Rentals Celebrates 30-Year Anniversary & Being Voted Best Vacation Rental Company in Florida

Want to see your business news, blogs and awards listed here? Send your updates to espies@DestinChamber.com.