Friday Facts for June 17, 2022

Friday Facts!

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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 June 14.

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Member Business of the Week

Pool Boy, Inc.

You Can Count On Pool Boy To Get Your Pool Sparkling Again

Pool Boy is a family-owned and operated business where there are no annual contracts and all repair estimates are free, fast and without obligation. Their pool technicians drive GPS-monitored trucks, turn in route and event sheets on a daily basis and maintain an annual log for every pool’s chemical readings and treatments. They currently service more than 800 pools every week.

Whatever your pool needs: weekly maintenance, heater installation, solar heater repair, leak detection, pressure washing of the cage and deck, pool pump repair, filter replacement, renovation and green pool clean up, they can do it all.

ADDRESS: 27147 Del Prado Pkwy., Punta Gorda 33983

WEBSITE: poolboyinc.com

PHONE: 941.255.1900

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PG Chamber Radio Show:

Exclusively For PG Chamber Members

NOW BOOKING FOR JULY. Our monthly radio show on Seaview 104.9FM during the Bob Alexander Radio Show is on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month. The process is very simple – no need to visit the studio. Bob will call you, set up a recording time and it’ll be done over the phone and inserted directly into the programming of this very popular show. You get the option to record two x 2.5 minute slots or else simply record one and have it aired twice during the show. Bob will be able to let you know exactly during which hour it will air. The cost is an incredible $110 (payable to the PG Chamber, not iHeart). To register for the show, simply email John Wright. The rest we’ll take care of for you. Only 10 businesses per month, so don’t delay. Offering you a great way to promote your business, advertise an event or simply to show your community support.

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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

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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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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Tuesday, June 21: Business After Hours, 5:30-7 pm Join your Chamber at Room By Room Furnishings, 258 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.

Wednesday, June 29: Networking Luncheon, Noon-1:30 pm, Join your Chamber for our Networking Lunch at Village Brewhouse at Fishermen’s Village, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. Menu choices: Quinoa Bowl (Vegan), Sloppy Joe with Fries, Grilled Chicken Caesar, Buffalo Chicken Wrap with Fries (a little spicy) and Grilled Shrimp Skewer with Seasoned Rice. Please be sure to 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. Our guest speaker: Laura Kohn from Beyond Transformation.

Wednesday, July 13: Business Over Breakfast, 7:15-8:30 am, Join your Chamber for our Networking Breakfast at the Isles Yacht Club, 1780 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda. Taking place at this event will be a debate between the two candidates running for Charlotte Airport Authority’s District 2 seat. RSVP to reception@puntagorda-chamber.com or call 941.639.3720. 

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
(Please include your lunch choice in the comments box)

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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) – T.T’s Tiki Bar is in full summer mode! Please click to find out when all your favorite bands will be playing this month. T.T.’s Tiki Bar is offering lunch specials Monday through Friday for only $9.95 on many of the most popular menu items. Take advantage of this deal all summer long. Don’t forget, the Dockside Grill inside the hotel is still doing All you can eat fish and chips on Friday night and Prime Rib on Saturdays.   The Tiki Bar … The Place To Be!!

TIME Realty Services, Inc (Gold) – Happy Friday! We are on vacation, see you next week. 

Downtown Farmers Market (Gold) The Punta Gorda Farmers Market is open every Saturday, 8 am-Noon (Summer Hours). June Newsletter

ShorePoint Health (Gold) ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda have a broad impact in the region. Click here for the Community Benefit Report.

CAM Realty (Silver) – Virtual office available in Downtown Punta Gorda, $99/+tax per month. A virtual office 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 to find out how affordable using a Virtual Office plan can be: 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

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) – 10th Annual Comedy for a Cause is looking for cast members! The annual fundraiser where community leaders come together to entertain with side-splitting improvisational antics is taking place on September 9 and is lead by and taught by Dr. Chris Constance. Are you ready to raise money for a good cause: Community Theatre? Rehearsals start in July. For more information, call 941.255.1022 or email Steve Lineberry at lineberry.stephen@gmail.com or Jesse Cantwell-Shiner at Jessica_Shiner@LCCA.com.

Charlotte County Imagination Library, the local affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and a program of the Charlotte Players, announced the receipt of TWO grant awards. Click for details.

Coastal Expressions & Wine (Bronze) – It’s Summertime and it’s HOT. Come on into Coastal Expressions & Wine + Wine Bar and stay cool 😊 while enjoying some tasty bites and refreshing summer wines, craft beers and soft drinks with your friends. Coastal Expressions 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 online shopping or our wine or food menu. Or call us at 941.214.8599

Please join us: 

  • 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 Sip & Shop while you browse our Unique Boutique for Gifts
  • Every day for Lunch and enjoy our Lunch Special (Flatbread and Free glass of wine) from 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.
  • NEW DAILY Special – Morning Star Flatbread & Mimosa $10 
  • This Saturday, June 18 from 5:30-8:30 Live Music with Bill Fredericks. 
  • Saturday nights are Ladies Nights. Come on in with your special someone (Spouse or Gal-friend) for our Special for TWO $30
  • 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.

Military Heritage Museum (Bronze In Kind) – History Camp 2022, June 27-July 22 for students in grades 4-9. Pre-registration required.

  • Week 1: Early American Spies
  • Week 2: Proud to be an American
  • Week 3: Honoring our Veterans
  • Week 4: The U.S. in the 20th and 21st Centuries

Gulf Theater Season 4 has arrived. Click here for the 2022-2023 schedule.
Cockpit Tours of the Bell UH-1H Huey, Saturdays from 11 am to 1 pm

Animal Welfare League (Support) – AWL has a full house! All large breed adult and senior dogs are just $49.99 until the end of the month! Want to check out our pups before you arrive? Visit AWLshelter.org/adoptable-dogs to find your favorites before your appointment. Appointments can be made 7 days a week from 10 am-3 pm (Please call ahead)

C.A.R.E. (Support) – Come enjoy a delectable evening with C.A.R.E. Auxiliary as we present our annual Cooking with C.A.R.E. event on Wednesday, June 29. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cooking-with-care-tickets-356737289837

Frank Desquin (Support) Click here for Frank’s latest column. Did you know the first “named” hurricane to strike this area was Donna?  

Peace River Botanical and Sculptural Gardens (Support) New faces at the Gardens: Executive Director Tanna Horner is pleased to announce that Kelly Brigham-Steiner and Thomas Hecker have joined the leadership team to support Charlotte County’s only sanctuary of nature, art, culture and education.

  • Free Covid-19 vaccines Thursday, June 23, 11-2 at the Gardens. Receive a $50 Walmart gift card for participating. Vaccines provided by Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic.
  • Every Tuesday in June is Tail Waggin’ Tuesday from 9 am-noon.

Peace River Gardens is holding it’s First Annual Photo Contest. Accepting submissions until July 8. Click here for more information.

Enjoy the Gardens Tuesdays-Sundays from 9-2, now through September 30.

Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic (Support) – Country for a Cause featuring Champ Jaxon, Friday July 8, 6-10 pm Charlotte Harbor Event Center. Click here for ticket information. Click here for sponsorship information.

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Punta Gorda Boat Club – Sunset Social. Do you have your own boat? Interested in swapping stories with other boaters? Want to learn more about boating in Charlotte Harbor? Well then, come join us for our Sunset Social which is held every fourth Friday from 5-7 pm at our Clubhouse 802 W Retta Esplanade in Punta Gorda. We’ll be happy to tell you more about our Club as well. Bring an appetizer to share and the beverage of your choice. Call Jan at 941.743.2472 for more information, or check us out at puntagordaboatclub.org. Hope to see you there!

The Yoga Sanctuary – New pricing schedule.

Upcoming events:

Divine Feminine Dance: Celebrating the Summer Solstice, tomorrow, noon | $40 | with Jennifer Loftus
Summer Solstice Meditation, Tuesday, June 21, 11:30 am | $20 | with Melissa Goodwin

The Vaughn Realty Team – Keller Williams Realty Gold – Purse event to Stop Domestic Violence ends today. Drop off gently used purses with toothpaste, creams, toothbrushes, etc. and write a note of Hope. Drop locations are Punta Gorda Chamber, North Port Chamber and Englewood Chamber.

Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County – Presents Tacos, Tequila & Trivia, Tuesday, July 19, 6-9 pm at 24 TwentyOne Event Center, 2421 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.

Carmelo’s Italian Ristorante – Carmelo’s Ultimate Experence is back: Date Night Dinner for 2 for $80. Click for menu.

Connect Print & Promotions, LLC. – Summertime marketing blues need not apply, we’ll make your brand shine ☀️ Punta Gorda!

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Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation ServicesWINE Down Wednesday! Sip, Stroll and Savor. You will do flips over the artwork of Kelly Reark on June 22 from 5-7 pm at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services 635 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda. We will be hosting a complimentary Wine and Cheese reception to showcase Kelly’s passion for tarpon and local fisherman. For more information please visit www.kays-ponger.com or like us on Facebook. AIPP Locations are sponsored by A/H Council and coordinated by the Program Director.

Punta Gorda Coffee and Tea – Did you know that we make Fresh Fruit Smoothies! National Smoothie Day is on Tuesday, June 21 this year. We have a large variety of Smoothies including Triple Berry Banana, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Tropical Dragon Fruit, Pineapple Ginger and more! You can also add Protein Powder or Kachava to any of our smoothies. We also have our NEW Summer Shakers available. 

Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine – Father’s Day is this weekend! Have you gotten Dad a gift yet? We can make custom baskets including Beer, Chocolate, Wine, Cheese, Meats and more. We are open Friday 10 am till 6 pm and Saturday 9 am till 4 pm. Don’t forget to bring him down for our Wine and Beer Tasting tomorrow, 9:30 am till 2:30 pm. 

Sunrise Kiwanis – The Kiwanis Shoes for Kids Project begins June 19 and continues until July 24. This project provides new sneakers to any youth in the Charlotte County Public School System who may need them. The need is 4,100 pairs for all elementary, middle, high schools and centers. Sizes range from a toddler five to men’s 14 and women’s 12. Call 941.769.0864. The Punta Gorda Chamber office will be a drop-off location.

Archway Institute – Laughter is the Best Medicine. ARCHway will host the first sober recovery comedy night in Fort Myers on August 12. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information.

Loveland Center – On June 25, we invite you to groove on through the decades as we gather to celebrate 60 years of service to our community in support of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Click here to reserve your tickets.

The Grill At 1951 – Summer Two For Two has begun on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Two for $49.95. Click here for the menu.

Valerie’s House – Save the Date for our Celebrating Charlotte Fundraising Event! Join us on Saturday, July 30 (1-5 pm) at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. All proceeds will benefit Valerie’s House-Charlotte County. Contact Christine Carey for vendor and sponsorship opportunities 239.841.0382 or christine@valerieshouse.org 

Fishermen’s Village – Annual Independence Holiday Celebration July 3 and 4. Live music, specialty vendors, family-friendly activities, shopping and dining will be featured beginning at noon both days. Fireworks display on Monday, July 4 at 9 pm. www.fishermensvillage.com.
June Calendar of Events. Sunset Beach June Events.
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Peace River Shopper Latest Edition. Arcadia Community Local

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Positive Visitation KPIs

Highlights from Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau Visitor Tracking Report and how they compare to 2021:

  • 197,300 visitors: 17.8% increase
  • $342,649,600 in total economic impact: 46% increase
  • 69% lodging occupancy: 5.2% increase
  • 362,964 lodging room nights: 8.5% increase
  • $3,267,295 in TDT collections: 46.9% increase

International visitation has continued to climb, coming in at 7% for the quarter, but has not yet reached the pre-pandemic levels (11% in Q2 of FY 2021.)

SBA Approves Over $1 Million in Disaster Loans in Florida: Deadline July 1

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved 12 disaster loans in the amount of $1,034,900 for Florida businesses and residents affected by the severe storms and tornadoes on Jan. 16. 

 

31st Annual Freedom Swim: July 4

This year’s Freedom Swim will be begin at 9 am at Live Oak Park. The crossing to Harpoon Harry’s will take 40 minutes to three hours. There will be no trolley service.

Funding Approved For New Aviation Technician Facility 

The Charlotte County Airport Authority is pleased to announce that $3 million was approved in the Florida State Budget for a new combined hangar and classroom facility for Charlotte Technical College’s FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technician School.

Public Safety Appreciation Night  

This event brings together more than 600 members of our community to acknowledge and celebrate the efforts of public safety personnel in Charlotte County. This year, Public Safety Appreciation Night will be held on Saturday, June 25 at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, beginning at 6 pm.

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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.

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ARCHway Institute – Newsletter

Animal Welfare League –June Pawsitive Press

C.A.R.E. – Newsletter

Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity – June Newsletter

Copperfish BooksJune Newsletter

Florida Weekly May Newsletter

Loveland Center – Newsletter

Military Heritage Museum – June Newsletter

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

Pedelec SQB Electric Bikes – Newsletter

Punta Gorda Mural SocietyNewsletter

TIME-Realty – Newsletter

SandStarNewsletter

Senior Friendship Center – Newsletter

The Yoga Sanctuary – June 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!