Thursday, October 4, 2012

Wakulla County chamber of Commerce upcoming events and free workshop


Friends of the Wakulla County Public Library Book Sale Extravaganza

October 6, 2012 9:00 am -noon
Venue: Wakulla County Public Library
Address: 4330 Hwy 319, Crawfordville, United States
Support your local library! Book sale extravaganza! Come out and support your Library at our fundraiser. Thousands of books, audio, video, and more. Proceeds benefit children’s programs at the Library.

Tallahassee Airport Fun Fest

October 6, 2012 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Venue: Tallahassee Regional Airport  
The Tallahassee Regional Airport will proudly host Aiport Funfest 2012, October 6th, from 10a.m. – 3p.m.  The event will feature live music entertainment, local and regional food and beverage concessions, lots of kids activities, plane and helicopter rides, static plane displays, demonstrations by the U.S. Army Golden Knights, prize giveaways and more. Admission is $2 and Free to children 12 and under.  Attendees (18 years and older) will have the chance to enter a drawing for great prizes.  Tickets for the drawings will be $1.00 each. Airportfunfest

First Annual “Whatever Floats your Boat” Regatta

October 6, 2012 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Cost: $ 25
Venue: FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory
Address: 3618 Coastal Hwy, St. Teresa, FL, 32358, Select a Country:
This event is hosted by The FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory Build your self a boat out of recycled goodies & race as best as you can!
What’s the point? Crossing the finish line? Not really. Staying afloat? That’ll do!
Come on down to the coast for the day! Buy lunch from Posey’s. Live music.
Registration fee $ 25 per boat. Free for observers

Bi-Partisan Forum Schedule – Commission Seats 1, 3, and 5

October 8, 2012 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Venue: Crawfordville Community Center
Address: 318 Shadeville Hwy, Crawfordville
Crawfordville, Florida – The Wakulla Republican Executive Committee and the Wakulla Democratic Executive Committee jointly announced the schedule for the planned bi-partisan political forums.
DEC Chair Rachel Pienta said, “We’ve had a good response – all the candidates have agreed to participate.”
REC Chair Jonathan Kilpatrick, “The forums will feature all the declared candidates in each race, regardless of party affiliation or NPA designation and all the candidates’ supporters are invited to attend the forums. We’re looking forward to three evenings of invigorating but civil discourse on the issues that impact our county.”
The co-moderated forums will be held at the Wakulla County Community Center located at 318 Shadeville Hwy in Crawfordville, FL. More…bi partisan forum

Chamber to Host Political Forum

October 9, 2012 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Venue: Wakulla Senior Citizens Center
Address: 33 Michael Dr, Crawfordville, Select a Country:
Fellow Wakulla County Citizens:
On Tuesday October 9th, 2012 the Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce and The Wakulla News will host a political forum for local candidates to give the public an opportunity to meet the candidates and get answers to questions that have been submitted by the general public.​

TCC Wakulla Listening Session, Ribbon Cutting & Reception

October 10, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Venue: TCC Wakulla Center
Address: 2932 Crawfordville Hwy, Crawfordville, FL, 32327, United States
Please find included an invitation for Tallahassee Community College’s upcoming Community Conversations Sessions. As part our efforts to redesign the College’s strategic plan, we are seeking the input and engagement of residents in the Greater Tallahassee community  – this includes staff and members of your organization. Help us get the word out about these upcoming sessions and encourage participation. More… TCC Wakulla Center
Please call 850.926.1848 for reservations.
A drawing for a $500 TCC scholarship will also take place at each town hall. The events are hosted by President Jim Murdaugh and will be held in each of the three counties in TCC’s service district

2013 Wakulla Relay for Life Kick -Off Party

Start: October 22, 2012 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
On October 11th at 7pm, join us at Crawfordville United Methodist Church for the kick off of the 2013 Wakulla Relay for Life! The Kick off party is open to all survivors and caregivers in our community. More…October 2013 Relay Newsletter

Notice of Public Meeting

The Wakulla County Parks Advisory Committee is holding a Public Meeting on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 6:00p.m. at the Wakulla County Parks & Recreation Administration Office, 79 Recreation Dr., Crawfordville, FL.,(850) 926-7227.
Purpose of Meeting: To Advise and Make Recommendations to the BOCC Regarding the County’s Park Facilities and Activities Conducted within the County’s Parks.

Notice of Public Meeting

The Wakulla County Tourist Development Council will hold a Public Meeting on October 11, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. at the Wakulla Welcome Center in Panacea, 1498 Coastal Highway (850) 544-6133. The purpose of this meeting is to conduct general business of the Tourist Development Council.

Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition – Wakulla Service Delivery Plan Meeting

Start: October 11, 2012 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Venue: Wakulla County Public Library
Have Your Say at the Wakulla Service Delivery Plan Meeting
TALLAHASSEE, FL – On Thursday, October 11th Wakulla County providers, care coordinators, local professionals, and consumers are invited to join Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition (CAHSC) from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Wakulla County Public Library (4330 Crawfordville Hwy) to begin the CAHSC service delivery planning process. A completely revised Service Delivery Plan with updated data and needs assessment is due to the Florida Department of Health every five years. CAHSC’s next Service Delivery Plan is due in October 2015. This is the organizational meeting for developing the 2015-2020 plan.
The meeting will include:
- A discussion of 2011 infant mortality and other data issues
- An analysis of the findings of the Local Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) Project more….Wakulla Service Delivery Planning Process release

Wakulla Coastal Optimist Club Annual Fashion Extravaganza and Auction

Date: October 11, 2012 6:30 pm
Organizer: Coastal Optimist Club
Phone: 850.566.9293
Venue: Wildwood Country Club
Our Optimist Club is getting ready for the annual Fashion Show Extravaganza and Auction.  This is our most important activity of the year because the money earned goes to fund the scholarships we give out to Wakulla High seniors each year through the Wakulla Academic Boosters.
If you haven’t attended before, this is a really fun event.  We will be modeling clothing for men and women from Way Out West, Carroll’s Boot Country, Crum’s Mini Mall, Beall’s and Maurice’s.  Entertainer of the Year, Kevin Story, will be our guest performer.
In addition, we have a live auction with more…..OPTIMIST+2012Fashion+info+flyer tom edit
For tickets: Centennial  Bank  June Vause (926-6615), Susan Payne Turner, or Jared Richardson.  In Panacea, see Noah or Sherrie Posey Miller at Posey’s Steam Room or Dr. Quill Turk at Dentistry By The Sea or Carol Ann Williams, Chairman           850-566-9293   carolannw@coastalgems.com

Grand Opening Dickey’s Barbecue Pit # 535

Organizer: Dickey’s
Address: 8159 Woodville Hwy, Woodvile, Select a Country:
Please join us at the Grand Opening of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit # 535. Celebration begins at 11 am.
Special: $1 pork sandwiches from 11am – 1pm
3 Chances to Win Free Barbecue for a Year
WTNT Will be Broadcasting from Dickey’s

NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORKSHOP 

The Wakulla County Board of County Commissioners is holding a Public Workshop on Monday, October 15, 2012 at 3:30p.m. in the Wakulla County Commission Chambers, 29 Arran Rd., Crawfordville, FL.  The purpose of this meeting is to present and discuss the Recreational Trails Program Grant Application for Improvements to the OBBT Trailhead at Mashes Sands Park.

Brown Bag Lunch & Learn “Creating a Culture of Team of Success” Free Workshop

Reserve your seat today!

October 17, 2012 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Organizer: Wakulla Chamber of Commerce & WORKFORCEplus
Venue: Wakulla Chamber office
Phone: 850.926.1848
Address: 23 High Drive, Crawfordville, FL, 32327, Select a Country:
This workshop explores the major characteristics of creating a culture of success in teams. According to MIT information Services and Technology, Teamwork is “People working together in a committed way to achieve a common goal or mission. The work is independent and team members share responsibility and hold themselves accountable for attaining the results.”
The workshop is free of charge. Seating is limited, so make your reservations now.

Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament

Date: October 19, 2012 7:30 am
Organizer: Habitat for Humanity of Wakulla
Venue: Wildwood Golf Course
Habitat for Humanity of Wakulla is presenting their second Annual Drive for the Build Golf Tournament. This tournament will help fund the 2012 Habitat Home Build in Wakulla County. More…2012 GOLF FLYER
Brochure HabitatBrochure
To enter the tournament please contact Doris Crosby 850.545.7425
For sponsorships contact Jo Anne Strickland 850.566.1828

Wakulla County Horseman’s Association Presnts: Horse – O- Ween

Date: October 20, 2012
Venue: Wakulla County Equestrian Center
Address: Lawhon Mill Road, Sopchoppy, Select a Country:
Please join the Wakulla County Horseman’s Association  for the Annual Horse -O- Ween. Horse and rider costume class, monthly horse show, fun classes between regular show classes.
Fun games with prizes for everyone, even if you don’t have a horse. Concessions on site. More…WCHA – Horse-O-Ween
The fun starts at noon!

St. Marks Annual Stone Crab Festival

Start: October 20, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Venue: St. Marks
Please join the City of St. Marks for the Annual Stone Crab Parade; great Florida Seafood and activities for the entire family. Festivities start at 10 am, and the  St. Marks  ”Super Hero” Stone Crab Festival Parade  starts at 11:00 am.  2012 Stone Crab Festival 8 5 x 11
For more information email info@stmarksstonecrabfest.com

October Networking Luncheon

October 24, 2012 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
Our October networking luncheon will be held at TCC Wakulla Center in Crawfordville, catered by Coastal Restaurant. Menu to be announced.
RSVP to Chamber office 926-1848
Disclaimer: The Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce provides this calendar of events as a service to its members and a convenience in the community.  No endorsement of the scheduled events or organizations by the Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce is either expressed or implied. 



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