Weekly Wave

December 19, 2023

Good morning, Elizabeth!

The Chamber office will be closed Dec. 23, 2023 – Jan. 1, 2024. We hope you have a happy, safe and joyful holiday season with family and friends!

As you are finishing the last of your holiday shopping, remember to SHOP LOCAL first and often.

FPL NWF Economic Symposium Early Bird Registration Ends December 31

This year’s theme is BEYOND, as FPL wants to challenge attendees to think beyond boundaries, beyond the probable, to learn what is now achievable to drive our businesses, our communities, and our region forward. New York Times bestselling author Andy Andrews will be a speaker, and attendees are invited to enjoy a pre-event golf outing on March 4, at the Raven Golf Club at Sandestin, organized by and benefitting First Tee Gulf Coast.

Visit fplsymposium.com for the agenda and registration information.

Register and prepay for our 2024 breakfasts and lunches, and save $40! In 2024, we will have 10 breakfasts and two lunches. If you attend all of them, the total cost is $290. Prepay for the events by Jan. 31, and your total cost will be $250, saving you a total of $40. To register, please call (850) 837-6241 or email mail@DestinChamber.com.

Mark your calendars! In 2024, breakfast dates are Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, Oct. 11, and Nov. 8. In lieu of breakfast, we will hold our Great American Cookout on July 9, and our Bowling for Business Tournament & Lunch on Dec. 6.

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

Save up to 25% with Constant Contact

Save $ On Office Supplies

Save on office supplies with ODP Business Solutions

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, January 3 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Our speaker is Van Fuller, Executive Director of the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority. Any Chamber member with an interest in the military is welcome to attend.

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, January 4 | 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 & Annual Membership Meeting Sponsored by AGM Secure Money

Friday, January 12 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: The Resorts of Pelican Beach

Registration and payment required.

Join us as the gavel is passed to our 2024 Chairman of the Board Christian Carlee of Trustmark, and our 2024 Board of Directors is inducted.

Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: Okaloosa County Sports Marketing

Wednesday, January 24 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin - Fort Walton Beach Convention Center

Registration and payment required.

Our speaker will be Ron Shumard, Sports Marketing Coordinator with Destin - Fort Walton Beach Tourist Development Department.

Business After Hours Sponsored by Melting Pot

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

Location: Melting Pot, Miramar Beach

Registration and payment required.

Join us for networking, cocktails, and appetizers! The event begins at 5 p.m., and culminates with door prizes at 6:30 p.m.

96th Force Support Squadron

Aesthetic Artistry Med Spa

Empress Cleaning of Destin LLC

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

Ongoing through Monday, December 25

Festival of Trees Benefiting 12 Local Charities

Ongoing through Friday, December 22

Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents A Christmas Carol and a Jingle Jangle Christmas

Tuesday, December 19

Taco & Tequila Tuesday at Mezcal Mexican Grill

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Wednesday, December 20

Best Fondue Friends Forever at Melting Pot Destin

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Movie Night at LuLu's : The Polar Express

Visits with Santa at The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Thursday, December 21

Thursdate at Melting Pot Destin

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Friday, December 22

City Food Hall Presents "An Evening with Santa" and Holiday Market

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, December 23

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Sunday, December 24

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Christmas Eve Dinner at Soleil

Monday, December 25

Christmas Brunch at Primrose

Christmas Buffet at Sandcastles

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Tuesday, December 26

Taco & Tequila Tuesday at Mezcal Mexican Grill

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Wednesday, December 27

Best Fondue Friends Forever at Melting Pot Destin

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Thursday, December 28

Thursdate at Melting Pot Destin

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Friday, December 29 - Tuesday, January 2

Poppin' New Year's Eve All Inclusive at Hotel Effie Sandestin

Friday, December 29

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, December 30

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

CALM Furniture Resale Store Open 9am -1pm

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Sunday, December 31

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

LuLu's 8th Annual Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Destin Commons Market

New Year's Eve Dinner at Soleil

Poppin' New Year's Eve Dinner at Ovide

Nights of Lights at Baytowne Wharf

Sunday, December 31 - Monday, January 1

Baytowne Countdown | NYE Celebration

Poppin' New Year's Eve at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop

New Year's Eve Celebration at HarborWalk Village

New Year's Eve Party at The Venue at Beach Weekend

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.

Okaloosa County Receives A-rating from the Florida Department of Education

First ''Thank a Teacher'' Recipient in Partnership with Okaloosa County School District

Nathanael and Anna Fisher of Emerald Coast Theatre Company Win The Florida Theatre Conference 2023 Distinguished Career Award

Become a Department of Defense Family Childcare Provider

Okaloosa County 2024 School District Parent Climate Survey Available Online

Okaloosa Arts Alliance Receives Generous $1,000 Donation from the German Club & Golden Age Club to Support Arts Grants

Pelican Adventures Offers Free Loyalty Cards

NWFSC Welcomes Dr. Henry Mack as Vice President for Academic Affairs

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