Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce December Newsletter


December 2015                                                                                                                             Vol 24, No 12
Florida's Oldest Chamber of Commerce (circa 1836)
Meetings
 Monthly Business Luncheon
 
Wednesday December 2nd
Gormley's at The Gibson
51 Ave C
Apalachicola
Noon


  
Business After Hours
 
Thursday December 10th
Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Office
122 Commerce St.
 Apalachicola
 
5:30-7:00


 
January Monthly Business Luncheon
 
Wednesday January 4th
Tapa's
71 Market St.
Apalachicola
Noon
 

 
Visitor Statistics 
October
 
October 2001 1,095
October 2002 1,008
October 2003 868
October 2004 748
October 2005 712
October 2006 1,746
October 2007 2,364
October 2008 1,956
October 2009 2,389
October 2010 1,807
October 2011 1,849
October 2012 2,436
October 2013 2,369
October 2014 1,509
October 2015 1,097

 
Website stats 
October 2015

 
Sessions
14,671

Users
11,837

Pageviews
40,910

Pages / Session
2.79

Avg. Session Duration
00:02:33

Bounce Rate
54.69%

% New Sessions
73.53%

 
Board of Directors
 
PRESIDENT
Donna Duncan 653-8976
VICE-PRESIDENT
Bud Hayes 927-3305
TREASURER
Jerry Hall 653-9510
SECRETARY
Kristin Anderson 653-2249
Brenda Ash 653-8805
Bonnie Fulmer 509-5009
Craig Gibson 653-8853
Ginny Griner 653-8853
Beverly Hewitt 653-9510
Mike Koun 653-2191
Karen Rudder 927-2312
Michael Shuler 653-1757
Jean Ulrich 653-2900
Sara Ward 653-1399
Debbie Flowers 670-4000
Executive Director

John C. Solomon



Got Ideas? Suggestions? 

How can the Apalachicola Bay Chamber better serve you? 
Is there something that we can do better to help your business?  
Is there something you would like to see us add or change on the website, at the visitor's center or in the visitors' guide?  
If you would like to be a volunteer with the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Ideas are always welcome.  Feel free to call or email us with your ideas at info@apalachicolabay.org.



Business Luncheons and Business After Hours

If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2015, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419 or email
John C. Solomon atexecdirector@apalachicolabay.org
Holiday Fresh Market
Saturday, December 5th
Holiday Fresh Market
Saturday December 5th
 
An outdoor marketplace featuring handmade local products.
 
Find a special gift for that special someone. Avoid the hassle of going to the mall and big stores. Shop in the beautiful setting of Downtown Historic Apalachicola at Ave E and Market street in front of the Dixie Theater 10am-3pm.
 
If you are interested in setting up a booth for the Holiday Fresh Market contact Cindy at the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419

 Business Luncheon & Business After Hours
If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2016, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at850-653-9419 or email 

 
New Members


Fisher & Friedman, PA

Fisher & Friedman, PA is a new accounting firm formed through the merger of Laura Fisher, CPA of Fisher & Romans, and Mark Friedman, CPA of Friedman Financial Advisors. The firm provides tax, accounting, payroll, Quickbooks support, and business consulting for individuals and businesses. Their new office is in the Seller's Tile Complex in Eastpoint, along with Friedman Financial Advisors, which continues to offer investment, financial planning, and wealth management services. You can reach the firm at 670-4016 or
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 Sister Sues Antiques & Gifts by the Sea
Located at 51 Ave C in Apalachicola Sister Sues Antiques & gifts by the Sea is owned by Tanya Mclendon & Wandal Money. They sell fine antiquities and gifts. 





BJ's Pizza & Subs
 
In June of 1990 our family opened BJ's Pizza & Subs in the Pine Street Mini- Mall along with three other new businesses including the Market Place. We started with two tables and about 800 square feet. The menu was small but we were determined to provide quality foods that were impossible to find in the area at the time. Now, almost 19 years later, we have moved to a much larger building and our menu and business has grown proportionately. We are proud to be the only restaurant on the island with the original owners and to have become a place that many say they look forward to visiting as they return each year. We have always emphasized a family friendly menu, atmosphere, and environment (including a game room for all to enjoy). And our four-legged friends are always welcome on our deck! We love the St. George Island area, and, plan to be here welcoming our old and new friends for many years to come. Located at 105 West Gulf Beach Drive St. George Island. Owned and operated by the Blackburn Family





Associate Members
 

Traci Moses

Traci is a lifetime resident of Franklin County. She is currently a teacher at ABC School in Apalachicola. She is also a Candidate for Superintendent of Schools for Franklin County.
 
 
 






 
Sponsors

Events



Island Lights
Fri. Dec 4th
Santa is coming to St. George Island! The annual Island Lights festivities begin at4:00pm at the St. George Lighthouse Park. The one mile Jingle Jog starts at 4:30pm on the bike path in front of Lighthouse Park. Be sure to arrive early to get your Santa hat and jingle bells. A $5 per runner donation is suggested. Local children's choruses will be performing holiday musical selections throughout the event. Santa is expected to arrive around 5:00pm. He will arrive by fire engine and provide gifts to children age 10 and younger. Refreshments will include snacks, coffee, and hot chocolate. This event is rain or shine - in the event of inclement weather, tents will be set up. View the lighting of the Island palms at sundown. This event is hosted by the St. George Island Business Association. For more information call 850-323-1260. Ho, Ho, Ho! Hope to see you there!
 
 
Holiday Fresh Market
Sat. Dec. 5th 
Why fight the crowds and traffic at the malls? Come for the day or the weekend and find one-of-a-kind unusual presents. Shop in a relaxed, hassle free environment. Buy hand crafted Apalachicola specialties such as baked goods, artwork, wood carving, pottery, hand knitted goods. Your gift shopping has never been easier!  Located in front of the Dixie Theatre Avenue E and Market Street. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.  Call The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce (850) 653-9419 for details.
 
 
 
Eastpoint Christmas Parade & Celebration
Fri. Dec 11th
The 4th Annual Eastpoint Christmas Parade and Celebration will be held on Friday, December 11th at 4PM
Following the parade, Santa will be at the Eastpoint Pavilion. Refreshments and Gifts for children 10 and under.
 
 
 
Carrabelle Boat Parade of Lights
Sat. Dec 12th
Make plans to put your boat in the Carrabelle Boat Parade of Lights & Holiday on the Harbor Saturday, December 12, 2015 at "dark 30"
 
Join in the fun with your family and friends! All boats Welcome - Any Boat That Floats! Trophies and Prizes for each boat category!
 
**Fireworks Show Finale!**.
122 Commerce Street
Apalachicola, FL 32320



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