Monthly Business Luncheon
Wednesday,
September 5th
Tamaras Tapas
October Business Luncheon
Wednesday, October 3rd
St. George Island Methodist Church
Visitor Statistics
Apalachicola
July 2002 1,185
July 2003 1,196
July 2004 1,245
July 2005 1,198
July 2006 1,913
July 2007 2,814
July 2008 2,690
July 2009 2,923
July 2010 1,292
July 2011 3,055
July 2012 2,709
July 2013 2,712
July 2014 2,196
July 2015 1,368
July 2016 1,444
July 2017 1,107
July 2018 1,130
St. George Island
July 2018 934
Users
Number of Sessions per User
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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
Samantha Gilbert
850-653-9419
Assistant St. George Island Center
Nancy Hodgson
850-927-7744
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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
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Tickets are now on sale for the Downtown Oyster Roast
Friday, November 2nd.
Tickets are $60.00
Call the Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce to purchase your tickets today.
850-653-9419
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American Financial Network
Mortgage Lender Jason Davis of Apalachicola
St. George Island Business Association
A 501 C 3 organization made up of SGI businesses: a Voluntary association of individuals, firms, companies & corporations engaged in or with an interest in Economic activities on SGI. Our purpose is to create & foster an economic climate on SGI conductive to growth and development of the business community.
Peddler's Cove is owned by Scott Shiver. Located at 21 Ave C in Apalachicola.
"We take pride in our locally made and handcrafted items as well as many other unique items. You are sure not to leave the store empty handed."
Seaside Cotton
Clothing, Shoes & Accessories for men and women. Dresses for women and bathing suits and dress pants for me. We also carry unique gift items, candles, coolers, sunglasses and more.Owned by Phyllis Lewis located at 112 Franklin Blvd. Ste. 103 St. George Island
Forgotten Coast Window Tint
We offer tinting for commercial and residential windows of all shapes and sizes! Tinting your home or business's windows pays for itself in the long run w/ savings on cooling & heating. Located at Action Auto Glass 203 Hey 98 in Eastpoint
Building 29, LLC
Owned by Randal Loyd, Building 29,llc Specializes in New Construction, remodels, Decks and Concrete Counter Tops.
Associate Member
Erin Griffith
Ribbon Cuttings
Seaside Cotton
Member Updates
The Florida Seafood Festival Announces Headline Entertainment for Friday,
Nov. 2nd & Saturday, Nov. 3rd
LaRue Howard
Friday, Nov. 2nd 8:30
Maddie & Tae
Saturday, Nov. 3rd
Member News
ALL THREE CARRABELLE MUSEUMS JOIN SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE'S 14TH ANNUAL MUSEUM DAY
Free Admission on September 22, 2018
Back by popular demand all three of Carrabelle's wonderful museums will open their doors free of charge on Saturday September 22, 2018 as part of Smithsonian magazine's 14th annual Museum Day. This national celebration honors museums that follow the example of the Smithsonian with free admission. In salute to this day, Carrabelle History Museum, Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum, and Crooked River Lighthouse Museum will also have extended hours from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and special activities and exhibits including WWII military vehicles, a newly expanded Native Peoples exhibit and 103 foot tower climbs.
Museum Day represents a nationwide commitment to access, equity and inclusion. Over 250,000 people participated in last year's event, and Museum Day 2018 is expected to attract more museum goers than ever before. Smithsonian recognizes the extraordinary power of museums to provide visitors with insight and inspiration.
INFORMATION ON MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITS
Carrabelle History Museum
Ray Andersen, a local professional artist, will be at the museum from 10:00 am-12:00 pm working on a beautiful, historical mural of Carrabelle's working waterfront circa 1880-1920. This large painting in progress depicts a time when lumber, seafood, turpentine and people all met at the waterfront. Visitors will can meet and talk with Ray about the mural and watch as he brings Carrabelle's history back to life. In addition, the museum has a recently expanded exhibit showcasing local history of Native Peoples including a remarkable newly acquired Native American pottery artifact. Also in keeping with this year's Smithsonian theme of "Women Making History", the Carrabelle History Museum will be featuring some notable women of Carrabelle. The museum will be highlighting women like Tillie Miller, Laura Wiggins, Cheryl Sanders, and many more who have served Carrabelle with honor.
The Carrabelle History Museum also features artifacts and exhibits on the Steamship "Tarpon", the original "World's Smallest Police Station", Carrabelle industry and culture (seafood, logging, and gas stations), and Carrabelle families from the pioneer days to the present. The Carrabelle History Museum is located at 106 Avenue B, SE, Carrabelle, FL.
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum
A new location and a new museum facility highlight this year's Museum Day. Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is now located at Carrabelle Beach, where military troops practiced beach assaults for D-Day and other campaigns. In conjunction with Smithsonian Day, Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will also be holding a ribbon cutting and grand reopening at 10:00 am in celebration of the new museum building. The museum will also be showing an exciting short film of the actual 1943 beach assault training that has only recently been discovered. WWII military vehicles will be on display and military veterans will be on hand.
Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum honors the military men and women as well as civilian personnel who trained and worked in Carrabelle and Franklin County during 1942 through 1946. The 4,000 sq ft Camp Gordon Johnston Museum houses numerous displays of military artifacts, photos and memorabilia of many types. Camp Gordon Johnston Museum's new facility is across from Carrabelle Beach Park at 1873 Highway 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
Crooked River Lighthouse
During this special event, FREE lighthouse tower climbs will be available to all children (must be 44 inches to climb). Lighthouse tower climbs are available from 1:00-4:00 pm. Visitors can tackle all 103 feet and 138 inside steps and be rewarded by magnificent views of the St. George Sound and Tate's Hell State Forest. Kids can make their own model of the Crooked River Lighthouse with card stock. Also the brand new plans for the pirate ship playground, "Carrabella II" will be on display.
Additionally staff and volunteers will be offering a wonderful lantern-making workshop at the Keeper's House from 1:00-4:30 pm. Materials, instruction and hands-on help will be provided to make some unique, colorful lanterns for just a $5 donation. At the end, attendees will get to take their own finished lantern home with them.
The history and the science of the Crooked River Lighthouse are displayed through interesting exhibits, including a historical setting of the early 1900's, examples of beacons, the methods of constructing a skeletal tower lighthouse, plus the original Keeper's House clocks, a barometer, a glass fire grenade, and more. Also on the grounds, a nice park picnic area features picnic tables, picnic shelters and a small playground. Crooked River Lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL.
For more information about Museum Day, including a list of participating museums and cultural institutions, please visit Smithsonian.com/museumday. Funding provided in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
Chamber News
Florida Travel & Lifestyles Magazine
The Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce was proud to work with Florida Travel & Lifestyles magazine for the Sept. / Oct. Issue
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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August 31 @ 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Join us by the bay in Apalachicola for drinks, music, amazing food and a great time! We will be playing all of your favorite country songs, original material and requests! See you there!
August 31 @ 9:00 pm - September 1 @ 9:00 pm
Labor Day weekend on SGI with The Brown Goose! Music starts at 9pm both nights! The Brown Goose is a Tallahassee, FL based rock band emerging from the North Florida Panhandle and are known for having a melodic alternative rock sound mixed with a high energy live performance
Bowery Station Music Schedule
Welllllll howdy dooody live music lovers! We here at Bowery Station are returning from summer vacation, refreshed and excited about the great music we have lined up for y'all in the fall. We kick things off this coming Friday, Aug 31 with a Labor Day weekend of your favorites. So, dust off the party dress and dancing sandals and get ready to shake your groove thing!
(Note: We have added an additional Sunday eve show since our Monthly Update)
How does it all kick into gear? Lookie here....
Friday, Aug 31 - The Turkeybasters are ready to cut loose with a show from 7-10pm. This dynamic duo of Melissa Bowman and Tim Dutrow always put on an energetic show that gets the crowd movin'. Melissa's powerful guitar and vocals are joined by arguably one of the most impressive percussionists on the Gulf Coast. There is no better way to get the live music scene back into gear in Apalach than to kick it off with the TurkeyBasters!
Saturday, Sept 1 - Rolling into the long weekend, we are pleased to have Dothan's Dave Dale join us for a show from 3:30-5:30pm. Dave's a little bit country, and a little bit rock n' roll, and a master of playing any genre for any crowd. Everyone will be singing along as Dave warms you up for a hot Saturday night featuring Garnet & Soul from 6:30-9:30pm. Mary Ann leads the band on a tour from old classics, then kicks it in with some soul, funk, and groove that gets the joint jumpin'. Every time Garnet & Soul hit the BS stage they always seem to take it up a notch as the crowd sits in awe at the powerful vocals Mary Ann belts out, joined by the energetic vibe of the boys in the band. We have selected Garnet & Soul for this year's BS New Year's celebration for a reason, so come get a taste of one of the best shows in the region.
Sunday, Sept 2 - Slim Fatz is back at BS for an afternoon show from 3-5pm. Slim brings his unique style of blues, with low down growling vocals and blues riffs and the occasional slide. Slim groupies gather from near and far for afternoon shows with the man, as he appeals to everyone with a show that ranges from Louis to Muddy. Then, keeping the holiday weekend of live music rolling... Tyler James Arnold plays from 5-8pm! Tyler brings the down home Louisiana sound to life with a well chosen set list, great leads over perfect sampling, a voice that commands attention, and tunes ranging from your favorite americana, and southern rock to contemporary gulf coast legends that will have you singing along. No better way to spend a Sunday in Apalach on a great holiday weekend.
It's great to get the wheels back on the live music bandwagon, so climb on in and grab a comfortable seat and find out why Bowery Station is truly your home for fresh live music in Apalachicola. Fresh live music...fast, friendly service, great cold beer and wine, and an atmosphere that can't be beat...Now That's BS!
September 1 @ 9:00 am- 10:00 am
This class is designed to get you sweating and that heart rate PUMPING! Fitness Model & Instructor Krista Wharton takes your body on an hour-long sculpting journey, guaranteed to get you results! Join us each week on Saturday from 9 - 10 AM. Space is limited and registration is required.
September 2 @ 11:00 am- 1:00 pm
JOIN DAIL'S SEAFOOD FOR A RE-GRAND OPENING SEPTEMBER 2 @ 11 AM ENJOY SAMPLES, DISCOUNTS, CAKE, PIE, DRINK & YOUR CHANCE TO WIN GIFT CERTIFICATES & FREEBIES IF YOU'RE NOT ON SGI, NO WORRIES!! THERE WILL BE SPECIAL SOCIAL MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES SO EVERYONE CAN GET IN ON THE FESTIVITIES! LIKE & FOLLOW DAIL'S SEAFOOD FACEBOOK PAGE FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
5th annual Pork Off for the Pink Out
September 3 @ 7:00 am-3:00 pm
September 4 @ 10:00 am- 11:00 am
The University of Florida Extension Service will host a Master Gardener Class beginning Tuesday, September 4at Franklin County Public Library, Eastpoint Branch beginning at 10 am.
September 6 @ 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St James Bay Golf Club are partnering together on Thursday Nights starting this week to bring you BINGO! 1 Ticket for $1 - 6 Tickets for $5. All proceeds go to the Catholic Church. Final Round will be a 50/50 Jackpot to the winner!
September 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sometimes It's Hotter Circle of Friends Every Thursday Live Music , Complimentary Appetizers All Ages Welcome Dogs on a Leash Welcome
September 13 @ 5:30 pm- 8:00 pm
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 5:30pm on Thursday, repeating until September 13, 2018
Get your thrills at the Grill - Winners every round! Happy Hour starts at 5:00- First Round starts at 6 PM!
Franklin County Coastal Cleanup
September 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
On Saturday, September 15, The Apalachicola Riverkeeper organization, along with the Franklin County Departments of Parks & Recreation and Solid Waste & Recycling will host the 2018 Annual International Coast Cleanup in Franklin County. The cleanup, which covers the entire county from Alligator Point to west of Apalachicola is part of what is billed as the the world's largest volunteer effort to help protect our oceans, lakes and rivers. The event runs from 8:30am to 11:30am at 17 locations in Franklin County and an 18th location at Saint Vincent NWR. Event coordinators provide trash bags, T-shirts, gloves, water, snacks, and data cards. Volunteers should bring sunscreen, bug spray, protective clothing, and sturdy shoes.
In Franklin County last year, 388 volunteers, ages 5 to 75+, collected 3.5 tons of trash from the local beaches, bay, gulf, and river. Each year, volunteers not only remove trash from the environment but also record what they collect in order to develop ways to deter these trash problems in the future.
Cleanup locations are listed below.
Apalachicola: 10' Hole Battery Park - under the bridge
Apalachicola - Abercrombie Landing - 12th Street out about 4 miles
Bald Point State Park: 146 Box Cut Rd, Alligator Point
Carrabelle: City Pavilion on Marine Street
Carrabelle: Carrabelle Beach Across from RV park
Eastpoint: Downtown Pavilion Area on HWY 98
Eastpoint: Marion Millender Park - off Patton St.
Lanark Beach: Public Access Pt. - Arizona St. south of Hwy 98
St. George Island: Downtown Lighthouse Park - in front of lighthouse
St. George Island State Park: Check-in at Park Gate (appropriate for adults)
Apalachicola Farmers Market
Saturday, September 8th & 22nd 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
September 15 @ 8:00 am - September 22 @ 5:00 pm
September 15 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bingo at the Bowery Station
September 16 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
September 20 @ 8:00 am - September 21 @ 5:00 pm
Rock By The Sea present this "lite" charity music festival hosted at Harry A's on St. George Island, will feature artists including Steve Everett, Boo Radley, The Brown Goose, The Currys, Meaghan Farrell, Mentz, Tobacco Road Band and more! The Rock by the Tee Golf event will be held on September 21 at St. James Bay Golf Club in Carrabelle.
St. George Light Full Moon Climb
September 24th
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 RiverKeeper FUNraiser Concert
September 27 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for a BIG Apalachicola RiverKeeper FUNraiser
Food by Mark Grove and others
Concert by Matt Law and Mark Grove
All Donations accepted.
The Apalachicola River is one of the most ecologically diverse rivers in the northern hemisphere, and has been recognized through designations as an Aquatic Preserve, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a National Estuarine Research Reserve and an Outstanding Florida Water. The Apalachicola River also contributes 35% of the freshwater to the Gulf of Mexico which is vitally important to both the commercial and recreational fishing industries in the northeastern Gulf.
This year, October 9-13th, Anita Grove and Janine Gedman, will be kayaking the full length of the Apalachicola River with 15 other Apalachicola supporters to bring greater regional and national awareness to the challenges facing the Apalachicola River and Bay while raising funds for the Apalachicola Riverkeeper, the sole non-profit devoted protecting the health of the Apalachicola River and Bay. We will put-in near the state line in Chattahoochee then five days and 107 miles later take out in Apalachicola. Paddlers are responsible for their own expenses, so your tax deductible donation will be used to help this worthy nonprofit focus on preserving this American treasure.
National Estuaries Day
September 28 8:00 am-5:00pm
It's all about the Bay on Sept 28 as the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (The Reserve) celebrates National Estuaries Day at its Nature Center in Eastpoint. Activities will include dozens of free, fun and educational activities for kids and adults including marine animal touch tanks, and estuary-themed games. The Sea Turtles of the Forgotten Coast exhibit will demonstrate what a sea turtle nest might look like and show videos of nesting sea turtles and hatchlings! Attendees can also tour the ANERR's impressive 5,400 square foot Nature Center with its three large aquariums filled with local estuarine and marine life, an 80-foot long mural depicting the area ecosystems, and a hands-on Bay Discovery Room.
Bay-Friendly Landscaping
October 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a low-maintenance, luscious bay conscious landscape that attracts birds and wildlife. The class will also feature innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens, green roofs, and bio-swales. Participants can also, for a small fee, order their own rain barrel that they can take home. Class will be held at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, 108 Island Drive in Eastpoint. The class is free, but rain barrels are $25.00 per barrel and must be ordered one week in advance. Tickets available at https://anerrbayfriendly.eventbrite.com. For more information contact Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 or by email Anita.Grove@dep.state.fl.us.
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