Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce August Newsletter

July 2018                                                                                                                                                                Vol 27, No 8
Meetings
 Monthly Business Luncheon
  

Wednesday,
August 8th
Up The Creek Raw Bar


August Business After Hours
Thursday, August 16th
Up The Stairs

Apalachicola
5:30pm-7:00pm




September Business Luncheon

Wednesday, September 5th

First United Methodist Church of Apalachicola
Noon


Visitor Statistics


June 2005 1,245
June 2006 1,791
June 2007 2,521
June 2008 2,278
June 2009 2,537
June 2010 2,082
June 2011 2,856
June 2012 2,433
June 2013 2,189
June 2014 1,060
June 2015 1,216
June 2016 1,156
June 2017 1,194
June 2018 1,428

St. George Island

June 2018  1,295


 
 
June
 Website Stats
 
Users
22,778
New Users
21,295
Sessions
27,657
Number of Sessions per User
1.21
Pageviews
68,557
Pages / Session
2.48
Avg. Session Duration
00:02:09
Bounce Rate
61.02%

New Users
81.8%
Board of Directors
 
PRESIDENT
Donna Duncan 653-8976
VICE-PRESIDENT
Bud Hayes 927-3305
TREASURER
Jerry Hall 653-9510
SECRETARY
Jean Ulrich 653-2900
Kristin Anderson 653-2249
Bonnie Fulmer 509-5009
Craig Gibson 653-8853
Ginny Griner 653-8853
Beverly Hewitt 653-9510
Mike Koun 653-2191
Michael Shuler 653-1757
Sara Ward 653-1399
Debbie Flowers 670-4000
Andrea Duval 653-2512
Executive Director
John C. Solomon
850-370-6602

Executive Assistant Apalachicola Center
Samantha Gilbert
850-653-9419

Assistant St. George Island Center
Nancy Hodgson
850-927-7744



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?  
Would like to be a volunteer with the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Ideas and volunteers are always welcome.  Feel free to call or email us with your ideas at 




Business Luncheons and Business After Hours

If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2017-18, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419 or email 
John C. Solomon at execdirector@apalachicolabay.org 


2018 - 2019 Membership Renewals
Invoices to all current Chamber Members were mailed the 17th of May. Membership dues for the 2018-2019 year were due on or by July 1st, 2018.  If you did not receive your invoice and would like us to email it to you please contact us info@apalachicolabay.org or call us at 
850-653-9419.

We are currently in production of the new visitors guide. If you have not renewed your membership  dues you will not be included in the updated guide.

 If you are not a current member and would like to join the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce email John at execdirector@apalachicolabay.org or Sam at info@apalachicolabay.org or Nancy at sginancyh@gmail.com.
 
New Members

The McIntosh Advertising & Design House, Inc. dba The MAD House

The MAD House creative mission stems from a singular goal of making sure the client's brand stands apart from the competition. We Deliver breakthrough branding, advertising and graphic design. www.the-mad-house.com

Forgotten Coast Community Church

Forgotten Coast Community Church is a come as you are casual environment with contemporary worship. Located at 207 Hwy 98 in Eastpoint.


Apalachicola Center for History Culture & Art
 
Located in the Historic Harrison-Raney Cotton Warehouse, HCA is dedicated to bringing art, culture and history to residents and visitors year-round. HCA exhibits regional and national fine art exhibits and artist workshops, hosts educational cultural events and houses historical artifacts from the surrounding area of Apalachicola. HCA is open Tuesday -Saturday12-5pm.


Fishing with Holland

Captain Junior Holland was born and raised right here in beautiful Apalachicola and has worked on the Apalachicola bay and river all his life.
Call 850-653-5030 to speak directly with Captain Junior. He'll tell you the honest truth on when the best time is to schedule your charter fishing trip. The old saying around town is, "If Jr. Holland isn't catching any fish, they went into hiding!"
Whether you're staying in Apalachicola, St. George Island, or anywhere nearby and want to go fishing, you'll be in for the thrill of the reel with Captain Junior Holland.
Specializing in catching large reds and trout as well as a variety of other fish including sheep head, white trout, triple tail, shark.... or whatever you're in the mood for. He has the knowledge and experience to help you have the trip you deserve.


Ribbon Cuttings

 
Marilyn Brogan Jewelry

 
Southern Grace
21 Ave E  
Apalachicola

 
The Chowder House

 
Smith Thompson Shawn Minacci Colon & Power PA
140 West 1st Street
St. George Islan




Member Updates

Southern Grace

Southern Grace has changed locations and can now be found at 21 Ave E. next to the Dixie Theatre Apalachicola

SpotOn

Mainstream Merchant Services is now SpotOn. A merchant services company that integrates a loyalty and review platform into credit card processing. This helps merchants stay in touch with their customers better. Also seen in real time if a customer posts a review about your business, good or bad and have the ability to respond as needed. 
SpotOn will save you money on your processing, guaranteed. If we cannot save you money, SpotOn will pay you $1,000

As a Member of the Chamber also, all other chamber members receive special Chamber pricing. Call today to see what your savings could be. We offer no contracts, no monthly minimums, no PCI fee and no statement fees. All this comes with your choice of terminal that is best suited for your business

Call or email me, Courtney Chason 850-628-6208 CChason@spoton.com


Pam Nobles Studio

Chamber News

Downtown Oyster Roast

The Apalachicola Downtown Oyster Roast tickets are now on sale. 
$60.00 per person.
Call 850-653-9419 for more information 


Business After Hours and Business Luncheons 

If you or your business is interested in hosting a Business Luncheon or a Business After Hours in 2018-19, please feel free to call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce at 850-653-9419 or email John C. Solomon at execdirector@apalachicolabay.org



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The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center is a Certified Travel Information Center
   

Sponsors
Events
Reserve Wednesday's
August 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn all about sea turtles at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve.


Charlie Sawyer - In Concert
August 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $10
Charlie Sawyer, one of the Florida Panhandle's finest singer & songwriters will appear In Concert at Cat Pointe Music on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at 7:00 pm. Don't miss this wonderful artist paying musical tribute to: Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, and others. Charlie will also be performing his much loved original songs. Don't miss this beloved troubadour of the Forgotten Coast. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online or at Cat Pointe Music.
Don't forget, BYOB!
Cat Pointe Music
29 Island Drive
Eastpoint, FL 32328




ECCC Sizzler 5K
 
August 4th
2018 St George Island Sizzler 5K Race and One Mile Fun Run is on for August 4, 2018. The Sizzler has been an annual event sponsored by a number of organizations including Apalachicola Bay Animal Clinic, Tate's Hell Track Club and The Franklin County Humane Society. This year, all proceeds benefit The Elder Care Community Council of Franklin County, Inc. (ECCC). It is our first year to organize this event and all proceeds will benefit seniors throughout all of Franklin County, Florida. We are excited to carry on the tradition of the SGI Sizzler as well as adding some new features this year:
a new USTAF certified course
more water stops
a post race party featuring Chicken Wraps, Chips and Watermelon.
awards for the oldest male and female finishers
$1.00 off all alcoholic beverages purchased at Doc Myer's
4:00 pm - On-site Registration at Doc Myer's Island Pub and Sports Bar
6:30 pm - One Mile Fun Run
7:00 pm - 5K Race
7:30 pm - Post Race Party and Awards
We will have the traditional 3 deep age group awards as well as the Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Grand Masters. We are presenting awards to celebrate our elders to the oldest male and female finishers.
This year's party and awards presentations will be held at Doc Myer's Island Pub and Sports Bar. Enjoy Chicken Wraps, Chips and Watermelon. Additionally, full bar and food menu is available for purchase at Doc Myer's and your ticket includes $1.00 off all alcoholic beverages. There will be live music from 4pm-close.


Shaken and Stirred - In Concert
August 5 @ 3:00 pm5:00 pm$10
Cat Pointe Music is thrilled to announce a return engagement of the exciting duo Shaken and Stirred. Carol Harris and Randy Mims were a great hit at their special Father's Day concert and the audience demand for their return has been overwhelming. Don't miss these talented musicians who offer up a repertoire as diverse as a rainbow. From Jazz to Folk to Rock to Bluegrass to Classical, you are in for a musical feast with Shaken and Stirred. Tickets are $10 per person. And don't forget...BYOB!


Chamber Business Luncheon
Wednesday, August 8th
Up The Creek Raw Bar 
N
 
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Apalachicola


Pam Nobles Studio
Registration - Friday, August 10th 5:30 - 7:00 pm. 86 Market St., Apalachicola 653-8078. Come join our Family.




Apalachicola Farmers Market
Saturday,  August 11th & 25th 9am-1pm
Located at the Mill Pond Pavilion at 479 Market St. in Apalachicola come out to get Local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, jewelry, art and other regional specialties offered every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9 AM until 1 PM. If you or someone you know offers home grown or hand made products, and is interested in becoming a vendor, please email apalachicolafarmersmarket@gmail.com


August 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cool off this summer and learn about the important role seagrass plays in our environment and the creatures that thrive in this dynamic habitat. We will start at the St Joseph Buffer Preserve for a quick overview, then head out to Cape San Blas. Here you can immerse yourself in the vibrant seagrass ecosystem with a guided snorkeling tour of the crystal-clear seagrass beds in St. Joseph Bay. Find out what you can do at home and on vacation to help further seagrass conservation. This adult-level class covers the basics of life in a seagrass bed, as well as the intricate ties between organisms, and important conservation and protection efforts in our area. Registration is required and is $25 per person. Register at https://anerrseagrassclass.eventbrite.com Participants are responsible for bringing their own snorkeling gear, water bottle, towel and change of clothes. For more information contact Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 or by email Anita.Grove@dep.state.fl.us.


Chamber Business After Hours
 
Hosted By Up The Stairs
 
August 16th 5:30pm-7:00pm
Apalachicola



St. George Light Full Moon Climb
August 26th
The Full Moon Climbs at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island are held every month and include light hors d'oeuvres and a sparkling cider toast to the full moon. Cost is $15.00 for the general public and $10.00 for members of the St. George Lighthouse Association.
After sunset, people are invited to climb to the top of the lighthouse for a breathtaking view of the full moon, as space and time permit. Cost is $10.00 for the general public and $5.00 for SGLA members.
The Cape St. George Light is located in St. George Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island, where Island Drive (the road off the bridge) ends at Gulf Beach Drive. Parking is available in lots at either side of the park.
Because space is limited, reservations are recommended. For reservations or more information, please contact the Lighthouse Gift Shop at 850-927-7745.





Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centers  
122 Commerce Street               2A East Gulf Beach Drive   
              Apalachicola, FL 32320             St. George Island, Fl 32328                  



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