Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce

April Chamber Mixer: Grande Aire Services
2019-04-18 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Grande Aire Services, 330 E. Railroad Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The April Chamber Mixer will be hosted by Grande Aire Services on Apr. 18th from 5:30-7:30 pm in their Boca Grande Office courtyard at 330 E. Railroad Ave. Boca Grande, FL 33291. Enjoy this opportunity to network with your fellow chamber members, drop off some updated business literature, and enjoying good refreshments with great company! Looking forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please contact the chamber office at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

The Great Seashell Hunt
2019-04-17 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
RSVP here! Bring the kids and join us on Wednesday, April 17th at 11:00 am at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse and Museum for this eggstarordinary event in partnership with FL State Parks! Kid’s love BIPS’ Annual Great Seashell Hunt because it’s not only fun but educational too! They’ll learn fascinating facts about barrier island shells and then the hunt is on to find them on the beach and turn them in for awesome prizes! The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse and Museum is located inside the Gasparilla Island State Park at the south end of the island at 880 Belcher Road, Boca Grande.

Florida Lighthouse Day!
2019-04-13 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join Barrier Island Parks Society to celebrate Florida Lighthouse Day on April 13th from 10 am to 4 pm! One day a year, to celebrate this special day, both Port Boca Grande Lighthouse and Gasparilla Island Lighthouse are open for climbs to the top for only $5 per person! Enjoy cake and lemonade, visiting local authors, Florida State Parks, Friends of Stump Pass Beach State Park and Mote Marine at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse and Museum. The gift shop will be open too! This family, community event is free, the climbs are $5 and climb space is limited so please RSVP at the links below!
Reserve space to climb Port Boca Grande Lighthouse at:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4badac28aaf58-florida2
Reserve space to climb Gasparilla Island Lighthouse at:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4badac28aaf58-2019

Mullet and Mangroves Film Documentary
2019-04-12 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium, 131 1st St. W, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join us April 12th from 1:30 to 3:30 at the Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium for the Mullet & Mangroves film, as we explore Cayo Costa Island through the eyes of early pioneer fishing families and modern day children.
Wine and hors d’oeuvres reception immediately following in the Woman’s Club Room. The Boca Grande Community Center is located at 131 1st St W, Boca Grande, FL 33921 RSVP at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090c4badac28aaf58-mullet

Building Science Seminar 2019
2019-03-28 07:30 - 17:00 UTC | Miromar Design Center, 10800 Corkscrew Rd., Estero, FL, United States
Dr. Joe Lstieburek returns as the leading expert in building science in the U.S. The Wall Street Journal has described him as “the dean of North American building science.” Dr. Lstiburek’s commitment to advancing the building industry has had a lasting impact on building codes and practices throughout the world, particularly in the areas of air barriers, vapor barriers, and vented and unvented roof assemblies.
Joining Dr. Joe is Chris VanRite who will present “The Joy of Flex”. Most of our Florida air conditioning systems are constructed using flexible duct. Properly installed, they work fine. If not, they don’t. Chris VanRite, whose company manufactures duct and fittings, will show some do’s and don’ts along with very sad photos of what happens when you don’t get it right.
If you need additional information, please contact Cheryl Harris at charris@buildingscienceseminar,com or 727-209-0890.

March Chamber Mixer: Michael Saunders & Company
2019-03-21 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Michael Saunders & Co., 420 E. Railroad Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The March Chamber Mixer will be hosted by Michael Saunders & Company on Mar. 21st from 5:30-7:30 pm at their Boca Grande Office at 420 E. Railroad Ave. Boca Grande, FL 33291. Enjoy this opportunity to network with your fellow chamber members, drop off some updated business literature, and enjoying good refreshments with great company! Looking forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please contact the chamber office at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

Spring Ballet Extravaganza
2019-03-03 14:00 - 17:00, 2019-03-02 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL, United States
The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School returns to VPAC in 2019 to present a performance that is sure to move, thrill and delight all dance lovers. Prepare to be wowed by the artistry, strength, and passion of Cuban ballet as these young dancers bring to the stage a vast repertoire of classical and contemporary dance works.
For more information visit veniceperformingartscenter.com or call 941.218.3779, Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

February Chamber Mixer: BCB Homes
2019-02-21 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Hilltide Estates, 890 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The February Chamber Mixer will be hosted by BCB Homes on Feb. 21st from 5:30-7:30 pm at Hilltide Estates: 890 Belcher Rd. Boca Grande, FL 33291. You will get a chance to get to know one of our newest Chamber Members, networking with your fellow chamber members, take in this beautiful venue, and enjoying good refreshments with great company! Looking forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please contact the chamber office at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Boca Grande Event
2019-02-01 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Gasparilla Inn Beach Club, 451 Gilchrist Ave, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Please mark your calendar and make plans to join us for the 10th Annual BTT Boca Grande Event on Friday, February 1, 2019. Anglers from around the area will gather at the Gasparilla Inn Beach Club beginning at 6:00 pm to catch up on BTT’s work, hear a brief research/conservation update, and honor Capt. Tommy Locke for his continued support of BTT’s work to enhance tarpon conservation through scientific research, habitat improvement, and clean water advocacy. Enjoy cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music, and a program on BTT’s ongoing tarpon research and its critical importance to the future of adult tarpon populations. Silent auctions and raffles for lodge trips, guide trips, fishing gear and unique experiences, and more will round out the night.

January Chamber Mixer: Barnichol Hardware
2019-01-17 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Barnichol Hardware, 380 E. Railroad Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The January Chamber Mixer will be hosted by Barnichol Hardware on Jan. 17th from 5:30-7:30 pm at their storefront at 380 E. Railroad Ave. Boca Grande, FL 33291. Kick off 2019 by networking with your fellow chamber members, dropping off new literature, and enjoying good refreshments with great company! Looking forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please contact the chamber office at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

Benefit for Captains For Clean Water
2019-01-06 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Gasparilla Inn Beach Club, 451 Gilchrist Ave, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join the non-profit group Captains For Clean Water for this friend/fundraiser to help protect our most valuable resource… Water
Heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music and silent auction.
Questions or ticket sales: 941-964-1426

December Chamber Mixer: Boca Grande Historical Society
2018-12-20 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Boca Grande Historical Society, 170 Park Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The December Chamber Mixer will be hosted by the Boca Grande Historical Society on Dec. 20th from 5:30 – 7:30 pm @ 170 Park Ave. Boca Grande, Florida 33921. You will get the chance to check out their brand new exhibit: “Boca Grande: Once a Railroad and Industrial Town” and learn more about how they preserve Boca Grande’s history while networking with your fellow Chamber Members. We look forward to seeing you all there and rounding out the 2018 year! If you have any questions or inquiries about this years event, please call or email the chamber at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

Cookies with Clara at VPAC
2018-12-09 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL, United States
Share a snack of Christmas cookies and milk with the cast of SCBS Nutcracker, take a photo with your favorite dancer, and take home a Christmas ornament souvenir.
Tickets on Sale Now! Visit veniceperformingartscenter.com or call 941.218.3779, Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Children $12, adults free.

The Nutcracker at VPAC
2018-12-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2018-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL, United States
After its 2017 sold-out performance, the Sarasota Cuban Ballet School returns to VPAC to present this holiday favorite. Join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey, by way of a magical Christmas tree, from her home into the whimsical Kingdom of Sweets.
Tickets On Sale Now! Visit veniceperformingartscenter.com or call 941.218.3779, Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Special pricing available for families

Annual Lighting of the Lighthouse
2018-12-08 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Port Boca Grande Lighthouse, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
???There is nothing like the Annual Lighting of the Lighthouse! On one special night a year the lighthouse beacon shines into the night sky, surrounded with beautiful holiday lights and merry cheer as happy voices are heard inside and out, mingled with festive live music, laughter, and the relaxing sound of surf breaking on Boca Grande Pass Beach. The gift shop in the museum will also be open from 5:30-8:00 p.m. to help you with some of your holiday shopping. We have amazing sterling silver jewelry, hand-painted lighthouse ornaments (limited supply), great selection of history and nature books for the bookworm on your list, and some beautiful artwork from local artists, to name just a few. Proceeds from sales help support our lighthouses and our four barrier island state parks.
We hope you’ll share the magic of the season with us at the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum, and make this experience a lovely addition to your holiday tradition each an every year!

The Nutcracker at Sarasota Opera House
2018-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States
The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School opens its season with a production of this holiday classic set to Tchaikovsky’s splendid score. Join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they journey, by way of a magical Christmas tree, from her home into the whimsical Kingdom of Sweets.
Tickets On Sale Now! Visit tickets.sarasotaopera.org or call 941.328.1300, Monday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

2018 BGACC Christmas Walk
2018-11-24 05:00 - 20:00 UTC | Untitled, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join us for the Annual Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Walk! The Boca Grande Village will be ringing with Christmas Cheer. Stroll down the luminary-lit town to visit with the local businesses and get a jump on your Holiday shopping. Check out our Christmas Walk Stage, located in front of Englewood Bank and Trust, to enjoy live Jazz music from Saxophone by Jay Heath and Saxy Duo featuring Jay and Denise Heath, as well as an award ceremony to honor our Top Sponsors of 2018. Santa Claus will come to town on the Boca Grande Fire Department Fire Truck to visit with all of the good boys and girls! The line to visit with Santa will be located at the Fire Station after he rides through the Boca Grande village. On the day of the walk, look out for Maps posted around town that will indicate where fun Christmas features are located throughout the event.

Decorating Competition
For our businesses decorating for the Christmas Walk, the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce will be awarding a prize for the most decorated business at the end of the event. The winner will be crowned the “Boca Grande Chamber Christmas Walk Holiday Cheermeister” and hold the first-ever perpetual trophy that will change hands yearly based on the best decorations. The winning business will also receive a $100 Gift Certificate to the Chamber that can be used as a credit for membership, sponsorship, or merchandise.

If you have any questions or inquiries about this years event, please call or email the chamber at (941) 964-0568 | info@bocagrandechamber.com

November General Membership Meeting
2018-11-15 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Crowninshield Community House, 131 1st St. W, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes its Membership to join us at our November General Membership Meeting. We will be discussing exciting plans for the upcoming year at the Crowninshield Community House on Nov. 15, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions please contact the Chamber office at (941) 964-0568 or email us at info@bocagrandechamber.com.

October Chamber Mixer
2018-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce, 471 Park Ave. Suite 3, BOCA GRANDE, FL, 33921, United States
Don’t Miss our first Chamber Mixer Co-Hosted by Mota’s Munchies Fresh Mexican Cuisine and the BGACC coming up on Thursday, Oct. 18th in the Chamber Courtyard from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Enjoy this opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow chamber members, hear about upcoming events, and learn about one of our newest members, Synergi Partners, who provide a consulting service to evaluate businesses potential for tax relief opportunities for those negatively impacted by Hurricane Irma. To learn more about Synergi’s involvement with our area, click this link. We can’t wait to kick off the Fall season and look forward to seeing both new and familiar faces this month!

2018 Scholarship Golf Scramble Tournament
2018-10-08 11:30 - 16:30 UTC | The Gasparilla Inn & Club Golf Course, 500 Palm Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Grande Aire Services presents the Scholarship Golf Scramble Tournament as a fundraiser for our Annual Educate Boca Scholarship Fund. The tournament is hosted by The Gasparilla Inn & Club Golf Course on their one-of-a-kind waterfront golf course. This scholarship program helps aid local students in their academic endeavors.
Contact the BGACC office for more information!

The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School presents its 2018 On Stage Performance
2018-07-28 19:00 UTC | Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL, United States
The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School (SCBS) will present its 2018 On Stage performance on July 28 at 7 p.m. at the Sarasota Opera House. The show will feature classical and contemporary works performed by young dancers, guest artists as well as alumni of the school who are now members of prestigious ballet companies.

Suncoast Humane Society Fundraiser "Guys as Dolls" Event
2018-07-27 20:00 - 23:00 UTC | The End Zone Sports Grille, 2440 S McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
A Drag Show Fundraiser Benefiting Suncoast Humane Society. Join us at The End Zone Sports Grille for a night of food, drinks prizes and fun! Proceeds benefit the programs and services of Suncoast Humane Society.
Featuring the Bambusa Babes and DJ Pearl White.
Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.

EBTFL Seminar How and When Power of Attorney is Used
2018-07-27 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Englewood Bank & Trust Main Office, 1111 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
Free seminar: How and When Power of Attorney is Used, 11 a.m. to noon, Englewood Bank & Trust main office, 111 S. McCall Road. Learn what activates the responsibilities of your agent in a power of attorney document. Review what he or she is responsible for and the skills they should have. Investigate the protections available for you and your assets. Speakers: Trust Business Development Officer Kerry Hunter, Portfolio Manager Jeffrey Bryen, MSA. RSVP to Kerry, 473-3629 or khunter@ebtfl.com.

EBTFL Seminar What an Executor Should Know
2018-07-20 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Englewood Bank & Trust Gulf Cove Office, 12651 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
Free seminar: What an Executor Should Know, 11 a.m. to noon, Englewood Bank & Trust Gulf Cove office, 12651 S. McCall Road. Trust officers serve in this role and can share the details of what is needed. Every estate is different but the role demands certain abilities and skills to have a smooth estate settlement. Speakers: Trust Business Development Officer Kerry Hunter, Portfolio Manager Jeffrey Bryen, MSA. RSVP to Kerry, 473-3629 or khunter@ebtfl.com.

EBTFL Seminar Portfolio Risk
2018-07-12 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Englewood Bank & Trust Main Office, 1111 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
Free seminar: Portfolio Risk, 11 a.m. to noon, Englewood Bank & Trust main office, 1111 S. McCall Road. Discover what you are really paying for your investments and if they are good investments for your particular situation. Speakers: Trust Business Development Officer Kerry Hunter and Portfolio Manager Jeffrey Bryen, MSA. RSVP to Kerry, 473-3629 or khunter@ebtfl.com.

EBTFL Seminar Protecting Your Retirement
2018-06-28 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Englewood Bank & Trust Gulf Cove Office, 12651 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
A comprehensive view of how best to structure your investments for growth to outpace inflation and income needs. Rates of returns for various asset classes will be discussed in addition to proper allocations for stocks, bonds, ETFs and cash. Successful strategies and techniques will be explored. Speakers: Trust Business Development Officer Kerry Hunter, Portfolio Manager Jeffrey Bryen, MSA. Free. RSVP Hunter, 473-3629 or khunter@ebtfl.com.

Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb!
2018-06-16 09:30 - 15:30 UTC | Gasparilla Island Lighthouse, 220 Gulf Blvd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Learn the history of the lighthouse! Walk in the very steps of light keepers from the past! Enjoy a 20-minute climb tour to the top with a view of the Gulf of Mexico, Charlotte Harbor, Boca Grande! Spaces limited RSVP at: www.barrierislandparkssociety.org. Tour prices vary and all fees support the preservation of the lighthouse! Please see fees and safety rules at sign-up.

EBTFL Seminar How and When a "Power of Attorney" is Used
2018-05-31 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Englewood Bank & Trust Gulf Cove Office, 12651 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, FL, United States
Free seminar: How and When a “Power of Attorney” is Used, 11 a.m. to noon, Englewood Bank & Trust Gulf Cove office, 12651 S. McCall Road. Learn what triggers activate the person authorized to act as power of attorney. Review what these individuals are responsible for and what skills they should have. Investigate the protections available for individuals and their assets from a trust officer’s perspective. Speakers: Trust Business Development Officer Kerry Hunter, Portfolio Manager Jeffrey Bryen, MSA. Free. RSVP Hunter, 473-3629 or khunter@ebtfl.com.
