Carrabelle Chamber--March 4th news

E-News for March 4^th

Welcome new members:

Carrabelle River Marina and Fish Camp Restaurant on Timber Island (formerly The Tiki Hut) and The Naumann Group Real Estate, Inc. 

Congratulations to Tamara Allen on a Successful

Trade Show Highlighting Carrabelle!

The Economic Development and the Historical Team of the Carrabelle Waterfronts Partnership worked with the Chamber of Commerce to participate in the recent North Florida Travel Expo at the Civic Center in Tallahassee .  They promoted Carrabelle as a “staycation” site for Tallahassee .  Although the display focused on “Visit Historic Carrabelle” they had information about places to stay and things to do here.  The television media coverage was great.  Two local channels, 6 and 27 had a shot of the Carrabelle display in their news story and website.

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Share a Little Sunshine Rally & Tour Help launch the Governor's Tour
and show your support for Florida Tourism

Governor Scott , Florida 's "First Citizen," is becoming Share a Little Sunshine's first Chief Ambassador. On March 1, Governor Scott and a team of Florida ambassadors head north to take our winter-weary friends a little bit of sunshine - and invitations to visit our sunny state. With the Governor leading the charge, the team flies from Orlando to Washington , D.C. , Philadelphia , New York and Chicago , speaking to potential visitors and awarding great Florida vacation prizes along the way. When the two-day, four-city whirlwind tour ends in the Windy City , 120 lucky winners will board a chartered flight on Southwest Airline's Florida One plane and return with the Governor to Florida !

Help us launch the tour and show your support. Join Governor Scott, VISIT FLORIDA, Visit Orlando, the Partnership for  Florida 's Tourism, the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management and others at this fun event.

What you can do:
     - Join the rally
     - Send an invitation
     - Join us on Facebook

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Franklin County Humane Society:

Franklin County Humane Society is raising funds to begin a much needed spay/neuter voucher program.  This service will be available  to citizens of Franklin County who want and need their pet altered but can't afford to do so.  Applications will be available at the Humane Society, Animal Control and Apalachicola Bay Animal Clinic in April.  There will be a monthly drawing and those whose names have been drawn will be notified and arrangements made.

More information will be available during the month of March but in the meantime, please help us launch this program by contributing to the donation jar campaign, buying raffle tickets or sending a donation earmarked "voucher program" to FCHS, P.O.Box 417 , Eastpoint, Fl 32328.

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Gulf Coast Workforce Board—Free Computer Classes:

We have free computer courses available through June of this year.  The courses are free and participant receives a bonus of $100.00 when they complete the course.  Course available in Carrabelle, Eastpoint, and Apalachicola .  Please call Cathy at 323-0312 for more info. 

Cathy Rutherford
Franklin County Case Manager
Gulf Coast Workforce Board
850-323-0312 ~ crutherford@gcwb.org

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The Grill Restaurant—Job Openings:

Grill Restaurant in Apalachicola has openings for Wait Staff, Cooks, and Retail Sales.  Please apply in person at the Grill Restaurant, 100 Market Street , Apalachicola , FL.   See Beverly or Jerry for an application. 

Cathy Rutherford
Franklin County Case Manager
Gulf Coast Workforce Board
850-323-0312 ~ crutherford@gcwb.org

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Resort Vacation Properties Specials:

When you book by Saturday, March 12th, you can take 30% off a 7-night stay during the weeks of March 25 - April 10, and there are some great homes available. Visit our website to learn which homes are participating. This offer applies to new reservations only, it cannot be combined with any other offer and is subject to a select number of homes participating in this special.

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Sunset Isles RV--Special:

Sunset isle is springing in on beautiful weather with a 10% off your rate when you book in the month of march  for a week reservation we honor all clubs and this will be on top of all club rates!!

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Old Carrabelle Hotel re-carpets after 10 years!

Just a little more than 10 years after the original remodeling, Skip and Kathy have had most of the Hotel floor recovered. The new “tweed” selection was chosen for its good looks and wearability.

David Butler has been notified that red wine must be consumed in sippy cups.

If you see a vehicle there, come knock on the back door for a tour!

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CAMP GORDON JOHNSTON DAYS 2011 REUNION :
A celebration for America 's veterans

Attendees will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with tours of WWII Army vehicles that have seen combat. Audiences will also get the privilege of touring the “ New Orleans ” Landing Craft ( LCU 2034) and the United States Coast Guard Cutter, “Seahawk” if these vessels are in port. Tours of each craft will be conducted by vessel crew members. The Camp Gordon johnston Association, The Camp Gordon johnston WWII Museum and the citizens of Franklin County, Florida are proud to show our gratitude and support for the service and sacrifice of all veterans. It is in our unity as Americans that we can stand strong now and forever. Thank you in advance for your consideration and we hope to see you at the Camp Gordon Johnston Days Reunion in Carrabelle March 10-12, 2011.

MARCH 10-12, 2011
Schedule of Events

The Camp Gordon Johnston Association (CGJA), cordially invites you and your organization to participate in the 16th annual Camp Gordon Johnston Association Reunion and Parade in Carrabelle , Florida from March 10-12, 2011.

Thursday, March 10:
3rd annual John Stallman and Anthony Falotico Memorial Golf Tournament at St. James Bay Golf Club
This event features the pristine St. James Bay Audubon Certified Golf Course. There will be prizes, dinner and a silent auction to benefit the CGJA Building Fund. Click here for accomodation and registration information.

Friday, March 11:
Complimentary boat tours to Dog Island which you can sign up for at registration.
Register by visiting the CGJ Museum . We will have a free "canteen" set up at the Museum for your refreshment.

Dockside tours of the 824th Heavy Boat and the Coast Guard Cutter Seahawk.

Kick off the evening, and show your support for our active-duty service men and women, with a social hour hosted by the Camp Gordon Johnston American Legion Post 82. Enjoy some of the best seafood the Gulf has to offer with a free buffet and live music, beginning at 6 P.M. All WWII veterans drink for free.

Saturday, March 12
C- Quarters fishing tournament in Carrabelle.
For more information visit www.c-quartersmarina.com.

Breakfast hosted by Carrabelle Masonic Lodge
$6.00 per person. Active-duty service personnel eat free. Tickets may be purchased at the door or when you register.

The Annual CGJA Reunion Parade
Begins at 10:45 on Highway 98 in Carrabelle.
Register here if you or your group are interested in participating in the parade.

Dance the night away and enjoy a catered meal at the Carrabelle City Complex cafeteria/auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the CGJA Museum .

Explore Carabelle. Experience the historical lighthouses, or relax on the soft, white sand of some of the Gulf's most beautiful beaches. For a full list of activites; including nature tours and unique shops visit The Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce at chamber@nettally.com.

Remember: Registration forms for mailing are also available online. Please remember to include applicable payments in advance. Registration closes on March 5, 2011.

You and Your organization will be an asset to our reunion.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy good food, fun and to honor all our veterans.

All veterans/friends and interested persons are welcome to attend the festivities.
For Further Information Please call (850) 697-8575 The Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will be open the following hours:

The Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will be open the following hours:
1-4 on Thursday, March 10, 2011
9 am- 4 pm on Friday, March 11, 2011
9 am- 3 pm on Saturday, March 12, 2011

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