Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce

Boca Grande Farm and Fish Market
2018-03-23 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-03-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-03-09 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-03-02 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-02-23 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Wheeler Rd. Ball Field, 305 Wheeler Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
The Boca Grande Farm & Fish Market is a seasonal open air market located in the Ball Field on Wheeler Road. The market will be offering products to Boca Grande residents and visitors such as: Produce, Seafood, Cheese, Pickles, Orchids, cut flowers, native plants, prepared foods, Soaps, candles, guacamole, smoothies, organics, meats and so much more.
We will be open every Friday, 9am – 1pm starting December 22nd through April 27th.

BIPS Wading Adventures Undercover!
2018-03-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Gasparilla Island State Park, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join BIPS for our most popular educational program Wading Adventures in partnership with Mote Marine and Florida State Parks! Learn about local habitats and environments, shells, sea grasses and marine creatures and ways you can help preserve the environment at interactive learning stations! Explore the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary with an expert Florida State Park Ranger to collect local marine life and view each through a waterproof magnifying glass! Cost is $5 for the program and $3 for each vehicle. Spaces limited RSVP at: www.barrierislandparkssociety.org or call 941-964-0060. Next adventures: March 27, 29 & April 3, 5, 6.

BIPS Wading Adventures!
2018-03-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Cayo Costa Island State Park
Join BIPS for our most popular educational program Wading Adventures in partnership with Florida State Parks! Learn about local habitats and environments, shells, sea grasses and marine creatures! Explore the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary with an expert Florida State Park Ranger to collect local marine life and view each through a waterproof magnifying glass! Cost is $5 for the program and $3 for each vehicle. Spaces limited RSVP at: www.barrierislandparkssociety.org or call 941-964-0060. Next adventures: March 20, 22, 27, 29 & April 3, 5, 6.

BIPS' 22nd Annual Green Gala Catch a Wave!
2018-03-19 17:30 - 22:00 | Boca Grande Pass Club, 898 Gulf Blvd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Save the Date! RSVP for BIPS’ 22nd Annual Green Gala on March 19th, 2018 from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm! Join us beachside on the Gulf of Mexico for an unforgettable evening of fun at the beautiful Boca Bay Pass Club at 898 Gulf Blvd. Boca Grande, FL 33921. Catch a Wave and the contagious beach spirit of the iconic 1950s and ‘60s with live music by world renowned California Surf! This legendary band has played at the White House, Madison Square Garden, Hollywood Bowl, Live Aid, and many more impressive events! Enjoy dancing, delicious cuisine, auctions and a cash bar! All proceeds preserve the historic Port Boca Grande Lighthouse & Museum and support four local Florida State Parks: Gasparilla Island, Cayo Costa, Don Pedro and Stump Pass! This event will be sold out soon! RSVP today at: Barrier Island Parks Society.org or call 941-964-0060. RSVP list will be available at the event and no physical ticket will be required.

Placida Seafood Festival
2018-03-17 10:00 - 2018-03-18 17:00 | The Fishery, 13000 Fishery Road, Placida, FL, 33946, United States
Come enjoy the Placida Seafood Festival hosted by the Placida Rotary! There will be live music by Johnny Awesome (Sat.) and Seamus McCarthy Band (Sun.) from 12-5 pm, Crab Races, Nautical Vendors, Apparel, Arts and Crafts, and a Bounce House! Parking will be $3 but admission is FREE!

Italiano Insurance March Chamber Mixer
2018-03-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Italiano Insurance, Inc., 441 Palm Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join us for our March Chamber Mixer hosted by Italiano Insurance for an evening of fun networking opportunities! There will be heavy appetizers, refreshments, and a chance to get to know your fellow members. Be sure to bring any updated literature/business cards for us to store at the BGACC! Call the Chamber office at (941) 964-0568 if you have any questions. See you there!

The JF Library Foundation's Spring Book Sale
2018-03-14 09:30 - 12:00, 2018-03-13 09:30 - 17:00, 2018-03-12 09:30 - 17:00 | Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 W 10th St., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
There will be hundreds of almost new and used hardback and trade paperback books, DVDs, CDs and rare books. Come get your supply of summer reading material.

BIPS Wading Adventures!
2018-03-13 09:30 - 23:00 | Gasparilla Island State Park, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States

RPP My Fair Lady
2018-03-11 17:00, 2018-03-07 19:00 - 2018-03-10 21:30 | Boca Grande Community Center Auditorium, 131 1st St. W, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
It’s everyone’s favorite musical starring Boca Grande’s favorite performers. Hal McCombs, Julia Pierce, Dan Headington, Kris Doubles, Alice Court and newcomers, John Thomas and Julian Keevil head our talented cast. With live music, a fabulous chorus and songs like I Could Have Danced All Night, Get Me To The Church On Time and I’ve Grown Accustomed To Her Face, you’ll be humming the music for days. Don’t dare wait to get your tickets!

BIPS Wading Adventures!
2018-03-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Don Pedro State Park, 8450 Placida Rd., Cape Haze, FL, 33946, United States
Join BIPS for our most popular educational program Wading Adventures in partnership with Florida State Parks! Learn about local habitats and environments, shells, sea grasses and marine creatures at four state parks! Explore the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary with an expert Florida State Park Ranger to collect local marine life and view each through a waterproof magnifying glass! Cost is $5 for the program and $3 for each vehicle. Spaces limited RSVP at: www.barrierislandparkssociety.org or call 941-964-0060. Next adventures: March 20, 22, 27, 29 & April 3, 5, 6.

BGLUMC 20th Annual Strawberry Festival
2018-03-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Boca Grande Community Center Grounds, 131 1st St. W, Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
One of Boca Grande’s most popular community events, the Strawberry Festival draws hundreds of bargain seekers and lovers of homemade strawberry shortcake each year. All proceeds support programs to improve the lives of women and children locally and internationally through worldwide mission programs. Call the Boca Grande united Methodist Church for more information: (941) 964-2479.

Ribbon Cutting: Gasparilla Boat Tours
2018-02-28 17:30 | Gasparilla Marina, 15001 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL, 33946, United States
Please join us at one of our newest Chamber members’ Ribbon Cutting! We will be joined by fellow local chambers including Englewood, Charlotte County, and North Port Chambers.

BIPS: Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb!
2018-02-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Gasparilla Island Lighthouse, 220 Gulf Blvd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Barrier Island Parks Society, inc. BIPS, is proud to announce the opening of the historic Gasparilla Island Lighthouse! With your generous support, BIPS, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has restored this community treasure to its 1927 splendor! Spaces are limited! RSVP today at: http://www.barrierislandparkssociety.org/ All climb proceeds ensure the maintenance and operation of the lighthouse. Together, we will continue to preserve this legacy for future generations. Climb fees vary — February 26th: $15 per person ($5 per child; ages 6-11) and is payable the day of the climb. Cash or check only. Checks made payable to: Light Keeper’s Fund.

BIPS: Calusa Cast Netting!
2018-02-24 09:30 - 11:00 | Gasparilla Island State Park, 880 Belcher Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Cast Netting is a skill and some say an inherent talent! Learn to fish as the Calusa Indians did in the very area they lived for over 1,000 years! Step back in time and learn from a Florida State Park Ranger who will teach you the history and art of cast netting. Then you’ll try it yourself at the beach on the Gulf of Mexico at Gasparilla Island State Park! Program cost is $5 per person and $3 per vehicle parking entrance fee. All fees support BIPS’ Educational Programs and Florida State Parks — Gasparilla, Cayo Costa, Don Pedro and Stump Pass.
Space is limited RSVP online today at: http://www.barrierislandparkssociety.org/

Boca Grande Farm and Fish Market
2018-02-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-02-09 09:00 - 13:00 | Wheeler Rd. Ball Field, 305 Wheeler Rd., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States

February Chamber Mixer Paradise Exclusive Real Estate + The Temptation Restaurant
2018-02-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Paradise Exclusive Real Estate, 471 Park Ave., Boca Grande, FL, 33921, United States
Join us for our February Chamber Mixer Co-Hosted by Paradise Exclusive Real Estate and The Temptation Restaurant for an evening of fun networking opportunities! There will be live music by Sam Cahill, delicious food by The Temptation, refreshments, a raffle, and a chance to get to know your fellow members. Be sure to bring any updated literature/business cards for us to store at the BGACC! Call the Chamber office at (941) 964-0568 if you have any questions. See you there!

December Chamber Mixer
2017-12-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce, 471 Park Ave. Suite 3, BOCA GRANDE, FL, 33921, United States
Jingle! Jingle! Jingle! It’s time to Chamber Mingle! Join us for our December Mixer in the Boca Grande Chamber courtyard for the chance to get to know your fellow members. There will be refreshments, music, and… an UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CONTEST!! So be sure to come dressed to unimpress in your most hideous holiday sweaters with your favorite local businesses. Please bring any updated business cards and/or literature to put in the Chamber office. See you there and Merry Christmas!
