Friday Facts for July 29, 2022

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Dear Chamber Member and Chamber Friends, here are your Friday Facts from the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce.

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Chamber President John Wright’s newspaper column from July 26.

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Member Business of the Week

Suncoast Humane Society: Helping Pets and People Live Happier, Healthier Lives Filled With Love, Together

Because pets need people and people need pets, Suncoast Humane Society provides sheltering to the most vulnerable animals, affordable prevention services to the community and ongoing support for pets and the people who love them. The impact in 2022: 501 pets saved, 3,252 patients served, 13,794 volunteer hours and 418 fostered pets.

ADDRESS: 6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood, FL 34224
PHONE: 941.474.7884
EMAIL: information@humane.org

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PG Chamber Radio Show: Exclusively For PG Chamber Members

NOW BOOKING FOR SEPTEMBER!

Our monthly radio show on Seaview 104.9FM during the Bob Alexander Radio Show is the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month. The process is simple. Bob will call you, set up a recording time and it’ll be done over the phone and inserted into the programming of this very popular show. You get the option to record two slots or record one to air twice during the show. Bob will let you know during which hour it will air. The cost is $110 (payable to the PG Chamber, not iHeart). To register for the show, email John Wright. The rest we’ll take care of for you. Only 10 businesses per month, so don’t delay. A great way to promote your business, advertise an event or simply to show your community support.

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2023 Chamber Members & Visitors Guide Advertisement Opportunities

Ad Space Deadline: Friday, October 21, 2022 | Final Ad Copy Deadline, Wednesday, November 2nd

Right of refusal for ad positions: Friday, Sept. 2

Reserve your ad space by September 2 and save 15%!

For more information,call or email: (941) 639-3720, LCraigForda@punta-gordachamber.com or TZajas@puntagorda-chamber.com 

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Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office 2nd Quarter Awards Luncheon

Save the Date – Friday, August 5th 11:30am til 1:00 pm at Visani Italian Steakhouse

Proceeds benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.

For more details or sponsorship information, email jwireman@ccsofl.net. Formal invitation to follow announcing awardees.

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Reserve Your Tickets Today!
Your Chamber’s Got Talent

Thursday, August 4, 7 PM
Gulf theater at the Military Heritage Museum
900 West Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda

Tickets are $25 (plus administration fee)

Join us for an evening of entertainment from more than 10 local acts sharing their talents with the community: singing, stand-up comedy, etc. and YOU can be part of the voting to select this year’s winner!

Tickets available on Gulf Theater’s website: gulftheater.org
For more information, call 941-639-3720

Our Talent

Gator Wilderness Camp School – Music

David Obermeier – Comedy

Salty Paws – Music

Kaitlyn Carey – FIlm

Rachel Struebing & Monica Babcock – Music

Marianne Lilly – Poetry

Zarita Mattox – Singer

Jackie Stover & Team – Dance

Deanna Peden – Singer

Jimmy & The Ghost Flames – Comedy

Benamin Strunk – Drummer

Whitney Grace – Singer

Isaac James – Piano

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Where’s John Now?

Take a Tour of a Local Business and Chamber Member with John. CLICK HERE to find out where he visited this week.

This video will be shared here in Friday Facts, on our Chamber website, and on our Chamber Social Media pages. If you would like to have a visit from John please contact Tara Zajas at tzajas@puntagorda-chamber.com or call the office (941) 639-3720 to schedule a date.

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August Networking Events

**Please remember to RSVP directly to events by emailing reception@puntagorda-chamber.com, by calling us at 941-639-3720 or by paying for lunch online. We LOVE to see you but we appreciate knowing you’re coming to provide our host with an accurate count to better accommodate us. Thank you for your assistance!

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August 10: Business Over Breakfast, 7:15-8:30 am: Join your Chamber for our Networking Breakfast at Habitat for Humanity’s ReSale Store, 1750 Manzana Ave., Punta Gorda. RSVP to reception@puntagorda-chamber.com or call 941.639.3720. 

August 16: Business After Hours, 5:30-7 pm: Join your Chamber at F.M. Don’s, 201 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda. Don’t forget to bring a gift to promote and showcase your business. Please be sure to RSVP to reception@puntagorda-chamber.com or call 941.639.3720

August 24: Networking Lunch, Noon-1:30 pm: Join your Chamber for our Networking Lunch at Nino’s Bakery & Restaurant located at 3078 Cooper St. in Punta GordaPlease RSVP to reception@puntagorda-chamber.com or call 941.639.3720. NOTE: Cancellations not accepted after 3 pm on Friday before event. Cost is $20 per person pre-paid. We take cash, check, Mastercard, Visa, Discover and AMEX. 

2022 Annual Awards Banquet Dinner

Join us on Saturday, September 17 at the Isles Yacht Club, 1780 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda at 6:30 pm to celebrate the Chamber’s year, thank our outgoing Chair Alexia Martin and welcome Cherie George and her Board to their new positions. We celebrate our Partners in Action as we always do. $80 per person – cash bar. Seating is limited, RSVP now. Call 941.639.3720 (Monday-Friday, 10 am-2 pm) or email reception@puntagorda-chamber.com

You can also purchase tickets online HERE.

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Online Reservations for Chamber Luncheons are available by clicking HERE
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2022 Annual Awards Banquet Dinner

Join us on September 17 at the Isles Yacht Club, 1780 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda at 6:30 pm to celebrate the Chamber’s year, thank our outgoing Chair Alexia Martin and welcome Cherie George and her Board to their new positions. We celebrate our Partners in Action as we always do. $80 per person – cash bar. Seating is limited, RSVP now. Call 941.639.3720 (Monday-Friday, 10 am-2 pm) or email reception@puntagorda-chamber.com

You can also purchase tickets online HERE.

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All the Following Information is for Our Community.

Please Support Our Local Businesses!

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Four Points by Sheraton (Platinum) – Please join us at T.T.’s Tiki Bar and the Four Points hotel for another fun filled weekend. We have Mixed Signal playing on Friday and Section 8 on Saturday. Both shows start at 7 pm. The following are our daily specials:

  • Join us for Happy Hour in the Dockside Grill from 4-7 pm every day of the week. We offer $3 draft beer, $4 house wine, and $5 premium cocktails
  • Join us for Happy Hour at T.T.’s Tiki Bar from open to 6 pm Monday to Friday. We offer $4 drafts, $4 well cocktails, and $5 house wines. 
  • The Dockside Grill serves all you can eat fish and chips every Friday for $12.95. 
  • The Dockside Grill serves Prime Rib every Saturday.
  • The Dockside Grill features a different nightly special.
  • The Tiki Bar is running a summer lunch special from 12-4 pm for only $9.95. You have the choice of the Cuban Press, Grouper fish and chips, Tropical Rice Bowl, Mojo Pork Tacos, Hut Salad or Cheese Pizza. 

Lastly, the Four Points by Sheraton would like to offer a “Staycation Rate.” Please book a room by saying Staycation and get a standard room and dinner for two in the Dockside Grill for only $129 per night. Take advantage of resort living in your back yard!

TIME Realty Services, Inc (Gold) The June 2022 numbers for 33950 zip code show: 76 sales down 31%, $458,470 median price up 22%, 62%cash, 33%conventional loan, 54% in contract in 0-10 days, 1.4month of inventory and 10 days on the market. Have questions about the market? Let’s Talk! Call Della Booth, 239-699-4493

Downtown Farmers Market (Gold) Punta Gorda Farmers Market open Saturdays, 8 am-Noon. (Summer hours)

CAM Realty (Silver) Virtual office available in Downtown Punta Gorda, $99/+tax per month. The plan provides your company the image of a professional office without the cost of dedicated office space. Use our company address for a business mailing address and conference room access while growing your business. Contact CAM Realty: 941.833.0083.

Creative Window Treatments (Silver)Your local Hunter Douglas Showcase Dealer. We offer all types of custom window treatments for any business or commercial setting with two locations. Call for your free in-home consultation! 941.637.0015 / 941.828.0000

lsles Yacht Club (Silver) – IYC’s annual fundraiser is in full swing until March 2023. Through a partnership with Charlotte Community Foundation, IYC fundraising proceeds will benefit St. Vincent de Paul, Backpack Kidz and New Operation Cooper Street.

The Nix Team (Silver) – Charlotte County Residential Market Weekly Update: Rate increases and what that means to real estate. Click here for details.

The Purple House Salon (Silver)July promotions: Buy any retail at full price and get the second one half off through July 31. Summer special: Get a Pure Keratin Treatment and take home shampoo and conditioner complimentary from The Purple House Salon. And, we now do eyelash extensions.

WENG Radio (Silver In Kind) We want to help Chamber members by broadcasting information about their business to the public. Click here for a special Chamber members-only rate!

Charlotte Players (Bronze) – The 10th Annual Comedy for a Cause, the annual fundraiser where community leaders come together to entertain with side-splitting improvisational antics, will be September 9. For information, call 941.255.1022.

Coastal Expressions & Wine (Bronze) – Come on into Coastal Expressions & Wine + Wine Bar and stay cool 😊 while enjoying some tasty bites and refreshing summer wines, craft beers & soft drinks with your friends. Coastal Expressions Boutique & Wine Bar is located in the ISLES at 1133 Bal Harbor Blvd in the Plaza at Suite 1135. No need to make a reservation, just come on by. Visit our website at www.coastal-expressions.com for on-line shopping or our wine or food menu. Or call us at 941.214.8599

Please join us: 

  • DAILY Breakfast Special (Tuesday – Saturday) Morning Star Flatbread (Mimosa or Coffee) $10 
  • Every day join us for Wine Flights. 4 Tastings. 2 oz. pours. Tuesdays from 10-5, Wednesday-Saturday 10-9 (Except during WINE-O Bingo on Fridays from 5-8 pm)
  • Every day come Sip & Shop while you browse our Unique Boutique for Gifts
  • Every day for Lunch and enjoy our Lunch Special (It changes Daily or Weekly) 11-4 $16.99
  • Every Friday night for WINE-O BINGO. 6-8 PM. 1 card per/person. $6 a card for three games. Win a wine bottle as your prize
  • Every Wednesday for $6 Wine Wednesday by day. Plus join us for “Happy Hour” from 4-7.
  • Every Thursday night for Trivia. Get your team together (up to 6 people). Win wine and food gift certificates as prizes. Game starts at 6:30 pm.

Gulfshore Opera (Bronze) Season 9 Fall Concerts on sale now. Get Gulfshore Opera attendees to support your business. Click here for more information. Click here for playbill advertising information. GO Socials: Taste of Opera in Season 9!

Military Heritage Museum (Bronze)Gulf Theater tickets are flying off the shelves!  If you haven’t reserved your seats for your favorite performance…Do So Today! Several shows are already sold out.

Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association (Bronze) Class instructors needed. PGICA will be adding new community classes to the education program this fall. If you have expertise in the arts, fitness, foreign language, history/culture, finance, technology or another area of expertise, this is your opportunity. Contact Jennifer deChiara at jennifer.dechiara@gmail.com if you’re interested in teaching a class. Classes open to the public. 

Animal Welfare League (Support) Until July 31, we are having a Cutest Kitten Sale and BOGO event! Kittens are just $100 each or 2 for $150. The shelter has just over 60 kittens to choose from and we’re getting more every day. Each kitten is spayed or neutered before they leave, and they are current on all age/weight appropriate vaccines. Please give us a call to set up a meet and greet appointment, we’re open 7 days a week from 10-4, 941.625.6720.

C.A.R.E. (Support) – The C.A.R.E. Auxiliary Society is hosting Bowling Night on Saturday, August 6 from 6-8 pm at Treasure Lanes in Port Charlotte to benefit C.A.R.E. Victim Services Center of Charlotte County Florida. Register in teams of a 4-6 players. Please email team name and each player’s name to careauxiliary@gmail.com Teams are encouraged to dress up! Registration is $25/person which includes shoe rental. 

Frank Desquin (Support) Click here for Frank’s latest column. Did you know that land destined to become Punta Gorda was initially platted as the town of Trabue? 

The Homeless Coalition/Fabulous Finds (Support) The Homeless Coalition and Fabulous Finds Resale Shop and Unique Boutique are seeking volunteers. Flexible schedules are available. We have kitchen, clerical, pantry help and the resale shop. If you are looking for volunteer hours for Bright Futures we have those opportunities. Contact Meghan Himelein at 941.627.4313 ext. 134

Peace River Botanical and Sculptural Gardens (Support)Save these dates:
July 31: Yoga for Beginners, 11 am
August 14: Kids Book Signing Event, 10 am
August 23: Tail Waggin’ Tuesday in honor of National Dog Day
September 17: Butterfly Day, 9 am-noon. Music, games, bounce houses, crafts and more.
October 8: Mass wedding and vow renewal ceremony.
October 28: Mums The Word?! Interactive Murder Mystery Show, 4:40-6:30 pm.

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Habitat For Humanity – Open House to honor Gabrielle Reineck, COO, Friday, July 29, 8 am – 4 pm, 1750 Manzana Ave., Punta Gorda. Celebrate Gabrielle’s last day at Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity and wish her well as she pursues her nursing degree.

Pomegranate and Fig – Your Favorite Olive Leaf is Back in Stock!! Purchase in the boutique, or shop the online boutique 24/7. Click here for more information.

Rossini Trattoria Gastronomica – Enjoy a five-course Wine Dinner on July 31 from 4-7 pm. Dinner will be paired with exquisite Italian wines in our newly renovated restaurant. Click here for the menu. The restaurant is at 18101 Murdock Circle in Port Charlotte. Space is limited. Call 941.766.6111 for reservations.

Women United – United Way of Charlotte County – Women United is hosting their 2nd Annual Clothing Drive for the Kids Thrive Circle of moms. Last year was a huge success which resulted in Fashionista Friday, a personal shopping event for the moms filled with styling tips, lunch, and playtime for the kids.

Charlotte-DeSoto Building Industry Association – The CDBIA invites you to join us in our 9th annual Bowling & Billiards Presented by Harbor Home Builders event to be held at 6 pm on Saturday, August 20 at Bowland in Port Charlotte. For more information or to register, please visit www.cdbia.com or call 941.625.0804. The Construction Cornhole Tournament presented by LTD Contracting will be on September 18 at Carmelo’s Italian Ristorante in Punta Gorda. 

Edison and Ford Winter Estates – Will honor Henry Ford on his 159th birthday on July 30. Historian-led guided tours and self-guided tours will be available throughout the day in Fort Myers. Click for information.

Punta Gorda Coffee and Tea – We are excited to introduce our Frappe of the Month, starting this Monday! Come down and try a mouth-watering HHC blended Frappe, with or without espresso, with our new House-made HHC Sauce …Caramel Apple! Come down and give this sweet and tasty sauce a try before the end of the month! 

Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine – Have you heard of the Punta Gorda Downtown Experience? This exciting night out on the town is perfect for everyone. There is wine to drink, prizes to win, wheels to spin and more at all the local PODS. Starting at 5:30 pm, we will have Steph giving a mouth-watering tour with a Wine Tasting all night! Reservations are filling up quick! Give us a call at 941.505.0479. Hope to see you there!

Senior Friendship Center – You’re invited to attend Powerful Tools, a free, six-week series of valuable tips and techniques that help caregivers navigate caring for a loved one. August 23-September 27.

Copperfish Books – Find Waldo in Punta Gorda. Grand prize drawing will be tomorrow from 4-5 pm at Copperfish Books, 212 West Virginia Ave., Punta Gorda. Call 941.205.2560 to RSVP. Visit CopperfishBooks.com.

Sea Grape Gallery Artists of Months for July-August 2022: Barbara Albin, acrylics, and Marlene Jones, horsehair and raku potter. The gallery is at 113 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda. Call 941.575.1718.

Connect Print & Promotions, LLC. – your July print marketing & branding will explode like a firecracker 🧨 when you hashtag #connect, Punta Gorda!

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ARCHway Institute – Laughter is the Best Medicine. ARCHway will host Sober Stand Up Comedy in Fort Myers on Friday, August 12. Help us save lives by sponsoring today. Click here for sponsorship and ticket information.

Valerie’s House – Come join us! Celebrating Charlotte Fundraising Event tomorrow from 1-5 pm at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. All proceeds will benefit Valerie’s House-Charlotte County. Visit valerieshouse.org/events for tickets and information.

ERTC Refund – I’m reaching out to fellow Chamber Members to let them know about the Employee Retention Tax Credit Program. If your business or non-profit operations were in any way disrupted by the Florida COVID mandates, then you probably qualify for a large cash rebate of up to $26,000 per W-2 employee.
To learn how much money you could get, go to my website: www.florida-ertc-tax-refund.com.
Got questions? Call or text me at 480.842.5070 or send me an email at: florida.ertc.tax.refund@gmail.com.
Robert Wenz, ERTC Tax Refund Expert

Fishermen’s Village – Fishermen’s Village 6th Annual TikiFest will be held Saturday, August 6, Noon-9 pm! Authentic Hawaiian music, dance, vendors will be featured throughout the day! Free admission. Free parking. www.fishermensvillage.com.
July Calendar of Events. Sunset Beach July Events.
August Calendar of Events. Sunset Beach August Events.

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Save The Date

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office will have their Second Quarter Awards Luncheon on Friday, August 5 at 11:30 am at Visani Italian Steakhouse. Sheriff Prummell would like to have more participation from the community to hear about all the good that people are doing in Charlotte County. For information contact Jennifer Wireman, 941.575.5211 or email jwireman@ccsofl.net For agenda click here.

Charlotte County Committee Vacancies 

Click here for a list of the committee vacancies: every thing from Tourism Development Council, to Beaches and Shore Advisory Committee, to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and more.

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2022 Campaign / Election

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Vote Yes 4 Success Referendum

Help keep after-school sports accessible for students who otherwise would not have the chance to experience the fun of extracurricular sports! Benefits of the referendum. The only question is: Will you vote yes? For more information check out: www.voteyes4success.org

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Looking for a new position or changing careers? Starting/finishing a degree or obtaining certifications? The 2022 Southwest Florida Regional Career Fair is for YOU, Tuesday, April 5 from 9 am-3 pm at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena at SouthWestern Florida State College in Fort Myers. In partnership with CareerSource of Southwest Florida, there will 100+ employers and educational/career specialists. Admission is free. Register at www.careersourcesouthwestflorida.com

Job Fair – Monday, April 11

The Charlotte County Human Resources Department in partnership with CareerSource Southwest Florida has scheduled a job fair from 3-7 pm, Monday, April 11 at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St. in Punta Gorda. This is a multi-agency event with employers from Charlotte County Public Works, Utilities, Building Construction Services, Recreation and Pools, Information Technology, Public Safety, Fire & EMS as well as the Tax Collector, schools and more. Potential on-site interviews and resume assistance will be available.

For information contact Charlotte County Human Resources www.charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/human-resources. For all jobs available at Charlotte County, visit www.charlottecountyfl.gov/jobs.
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ARCHway Institute – July Newsletter

Animal Welfare League –July Pawsitive Press

C.A.R.E. – July Newsletter

Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity – June Newsletter

Copperfish BooksJuly Newsletter

Florida WeeklyJuly Newsletter

Gulfshore Opera – Newsletter

Loveland Center – July Newsletter

Military Heritage Museum – July Newsletter

Meals On Wheels of Charlotte County – Summer newsletter

Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens – Gardens at a Glance News

Pedelec SQB Electric Bikes – July Newsletter

Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau – July Newsletter

Punta Gorda Mural SocietyJuly Newsletter

TIME-Realty – June Newsletter

SandStarJuly Newsletter

SCOREJuly Newsletter

Senior Friendship Center – July Newsletter

The Yoga Sanctuary – Newsletter

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New Executive Director Position

We are excited to announce our search for a new Executive Director of Punta Gorda Chamber!