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November 7, 2023

Good morning, Elizabeth!

Please note that our office will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day. To all who have served our country, thank you for your time, bravery and sacrifice.


Our Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union will take place this Thursday, Nov. 9. Please find details here.

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation

Do You Have An Award-Worthy Boss or Coworker?  

Get your nominations in now for the Ann Gibson Community Service Award Sponsored by Okaloosa Gas and the Business Person of the Year Sponsored by Trustmark! Nominations are due by Friday, Nov. 17, and the awards will be presented during the Jan. 18 Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner Presented by Trustmark.

Sinfonia Toast N Jam

Are You Considering a Future in Politics?

The Destin Chamber, in partnership with Florida Institute for Political Leadership (FIPL), an initiative by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training Nov. 14 - 15, 2023, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. ET each day.


This no-cost and nonpartisan 2-day program is open to everyone and recommended for elected officials, current or future candidates, campaign workers, and anyone interested in serving in an appointed position. As we aim to secure Florida’s Future and move Florida’s economy from 17th largest in the word to 10th largest by 2030, it is necessary to ensure candidates running for office understand the issues facing Florida and our economic future. All campaign training schools will be conducted online. Register here!

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Bourbon at the Bay Is SOLD OUT!

The 11th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Sponsored by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale is officially SOLD OUT! This Nov. 16 event held at Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club includes a bourbon, scotch and champagne tasting; silent auction; wine pull; and decadent appetizers and dessert.


If you would like to make a donation to the silent auction, please email Bryana at bryana@DestinChamber.com.


Thank you to our sponsors!

Title Sponsor - Hand Arendall Harrison Sale

VIP Room Sponsor - Beach Liquors

Silent Auction - RealJoy

Bourbon Tasting Table Sponsors - CRC Data Technologies; Dalton Wholesale Floors; Executive Air Cooling, Heating & Refrigeration; and Warren Averett

Scotch Tasting Table Sponsor - BOTE

Champagne Tasting Table Sponsor - Gibson Beach Rentals

Wine Pull Sponsor - Renovation Flooring

Food & Dessert Table Sponsor - Element Home Loans - Emerald Coast

Centerpiece Sponsor - Holloway Yacht Charters

Bar Sponsor - Aqua Vitae IV Drip & Oxygen Bar

Cocktail Napkin Sponsor - Okaloosa Gas

Parting Gift Sponsor - HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

Small Batch Sponsor - Prime IV Hydration & Wellness


Find details here.

Sinfonia Holiday Pops

Perks of Your Chamber Membership


Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees


Savings On Your Email Marketing Program


Save $ On Office Supplies

BusinessBeforeHours

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union

**Thursday, November 9 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: LuLu's Destin

Registration and payment required.


Please join us for our Nov. 9 Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union and featuring our non-profit spotlight DEFENSEWERX! Our speaker will be Colonel W. Anthony Meeks, Commander and Director for the Munitions Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory at Eglin Air Force Base. The Rocky Bayou Christian School Chamber Singers will open the event with the National Anthem.


**Please note that this breakfast will take place on Thursday instead of Friday, due to the Veterans Day Holiday.

Shop Talk Thursdays

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Every Thursday | 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.

2023 YP Friendsgiving
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Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: VISIT FLORIDA Update

Wednesday, November 15 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Beach Walk Henderson Park

Registration and payment required.

 

Our speaker will be Matt Tuchman, Regional Partnership Manager with VISIT FLORIDA.

2023 Bourbon at the Bay

**The 11th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale is SOLD OUT!

Bowling for Business Tournament & Lunch

Friday, December 1 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Hurricane Lanes

Registration and payment required.

 

We will award prizes to top male, top female, and top team, and a perfect score will win a FREE 1-year Chamber business membership!

Military Affairs Council

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, December 6 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.



Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend.

2024 Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner

Emerald Coast Physical Therapy


Jet's Pizza


Prime IV Hydration and Wellness - Destin


Quality Gates and Openers

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

November 15 - RE/MAX Coastal Properties


December 4 - Snowbirds Roost

Beachside Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting

Congratulations to Beachside Chiropractic & Wellness on last week's ribbon cutting celebration!

Community Events

Tuesday, November 7

Paychecks for Patriots

Taco & Tequila Tuesday at Mezcal Mexican Grill

Beachworx Speed Networking


Wednesday, November 8

Best Fondue Friends Forever at Melting Pot Destin


Thursday, November 9

Destin Chamber's Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursdate at Melting Pot Destin

Mattie Kelly Art Foundation's 11th Annual Wine Walkabout

City of Destin Linear Park Public Workshop Scheduled

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296


Friday, November 10 - Saturday, November 11

Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Mean Girls JR.

First Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo


Friday, November 10

Morning of Beauty- Aqua Medical Spa

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Hanson of Sonoma Launch Party for New Espresso Vodka at Marina Cafe


Saturday, November 11

Veteran's Day 50% Off Fishing

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market


Sunday, November 12

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Faith Assembly Christian Church Announces Special Veterans Day Community Service

Destin Commons Market

Half Shells on the Harbor


Monday, November 13 - Friday, November 17

TSA Pre Check Pop Up Event


Monday, November 13

CALM Open House Tour

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296


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.

Holi Announces Holiday Food Drive Benefiting Local Food Banks


Register for or Sponsor FRLA's Northwest Florida Chapter Golf Classic on December 4


Nominations Now Open for 2024 NWF FRLA's Hospitality Heroes


Double the Impact: Arby's Foundation Doubles Donations for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida's Birthday Celebration!


Christmas Craft and ''Elf'' Movie Screening


Cookies and Crafts with the Grump


Light Up The Island: A Display of Lights and Music


Beachside Chiropractic & Wellness Offers Natural Approach to Healthcare


Impact100 Northwest Florida Awards $400,000 to Local Nonprofits


Food For Thought Releases 2022-2023 Annual Report


Make Your Holiday Party Booking at Ruby Slipper Destin


Read the November 2023 VIP Destin Magazine


Hello Frances Podcast: 2023 Insights: Leadership - Do You Provide What You Expect?


2023 Young Leader Awarded to Destinee Perdue


Local Organizations Improve Teens’ Mental Health


HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital and Okaloosa County School District Partner to Rollout Thank a Teacher Program


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