Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral Events Newswire

Florida Child in Need of Extremely Rare Blood- OneBlood Leading Worldwide Search to Locate Donors 12/3/2018 8:00 AM - 12/3/2119

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:19:23 GMT

(Orlando, Florida December 3, 2018) OneBlood, the local not-for-profit blood center serving Florida and other parts of the southeast, is leading a worldwide search to find some of the rarest blood in the world. It’s needed to help save two-year-old Zainab, a South Florida girl who is battling neuroblastoma, a very aggressive form of cancer. Zainab’s blood is extremely rare because she is missing a common antigen that most people carry on their red blood cells. The antigen is called “Indian B” (Inb). For a person to be a possible match for Zainab, they must also be missing the Indian B antigen, or the little girl's body will reject the blood. Locating people who are missing the Indian B antigen comes down to genetics. • Statistically, the only people who are likely to be a match for Zainab are people of Pakistani, Indian or Iranian descent. Of these populations, less than 4% of the people are actually missing the Indian B antigen. To be a match for Zainab a donor must meet the following criteria: • Must be exclusively Pakistani, Indian or Iranian descent – meaning the donor’s birth parents are both 100% Pakistani, Indian or Iranian • Must be blood type “O” or “A” • All donations for Zainab must be coordinated with OneBlood in advance to ensure the additional compatibility testing is performed. Visit https://www.oneblood.org/zainab/ for donation information. OneBlood is working closely with other blood centers and the American Rare Donor Program (ARDP), an organization that searches the world for rare blood donors. So far, three matching donors have been located, including a donor that ARDP located in the United Kingdom, near London. It’s the first time OneBlood has ever received an international donor for a local patient. The other two matching donors are from the United States. While it’s promising the three donors have been located, additional donors are needed. Zainab will need blood transfusions for the foreseeable future. To support her long-term blood needs, the search is on to find at least seven to ten compatible donors. OneBlood is sharing Zainab’s story in the hopes more people who meet the specific donor criteria will come forward to donate for the little girl. OneBlood is conducting all compatibility testing of potential donors. So far, more than 1,000 local donations, as well as donations from other parts of the country have been tested and no additional matches have been identified. Media Tool Kit Available • To view OneBlood’s online show about the search for Zainab’s donors, and for details on how to donate and/or host a blood drive for Zainab, please visit https://www.oneblood.org/zainab/. • A media tool kit with video and interviews is available by visiting https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4yrbbtu13mdglv6/AADToakWh9ixj9e4rBKiXYjca?dl=0. ## OneBlood is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) community asset responsible for providing safe, available and affordable blood to more than 200 hospital partners and their patients throughout most of Florida, parts of Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina. Generally healthy people age 16 or older who weigh at least 110 pounds can donate blood. To learn more about OneBlood visit www.oneblood.org.

Leadership Cape Coral - Community Steward Day 9/1/2022 8:00 AM - 9/1/2022 5:00 PM

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 17:16:36 GMT

Leadership Cape Coral is a thirteen-week program which educates the participants about the components that make up Cape Coral. The various program days include team building, public safety, education, government, cultural opportunities, infrastructure, corrections, public services, healthcare, real estate and construction. Each program day is organized and chaired by graduates of the program so that they can share their knowledge of the program.

Each session will consist of forums, seminars, and field trips that have been custom designed to explore the many challenges and opportunities facing the community leaders of tomorrow.

This program day is for Leadership Cape Coral 2022 Participants ONLY! If you would like more information on the next Leadership Cape Coral Program, please contact Donna Germain at donna@capecoralchamber.com

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 9/3/2022 8:00 AM - 9/3/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:18:12 GMT

The Cape Coral Farmers Market has been a favorite Saturday morning destination for 26 years. Over the years, we have grown to over 125 vendors. We are confident that we have all the delicious foods and local crafts that you love to shop for.

Fresh, local & healthy fruits and veggies, including Certified Organic produce, are the core of the market along with homemade and handmade foods and crafts. Fresh baked breads & pastries, homemade pickles, jams & jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants & trees are just some of the fantastic products available.

Since shopping and eating seem to go so well together, the market has endless options. A food truck court and tent vendors offer BBQ, Crepes, Empanadas, Mexican food, German street food and healthy options like Kombucha, health smoothies, Acai bowls and salads.

Each season we do our best to give back to the community by offering spaces for non-profits, schools and community groups. Another way we give back is by offering the ability for our EBT/SNAP customers to shop for healthy and affordable food options. We are proud to say that 7 years ago, we were the first market in Lee County to offer ease of shopping for our neighbors.

We are also proud that we were the first market in Lee County to offer Fresh Access Bucks to our EBT/SNAP customers. This program gives $40.00 extra to purchase Florida grown fruits & veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.

The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.

We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!

For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers' Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com

Welcome Center and Chamber Offices Closed 9/5/2022

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:02:18 GMT

The Chamber Offices and Welcome Center will be closed in observation of Labor Day. The Welcome Center will reopen for business on Tuesday at 8:00am.

If you need immediate assistance, please contact us at info@capecoralchamber.com

Surfside Sunshine Market 9/6/2022 9:00 AM - 9/6/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:20:54 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 9:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

The Market is filled with friendly and knowledgeable vendors offering fresh, healthy & local produce; seafood, fresh bakery items, Micro-greens, handcrafted soaps & lotions, cheese, pickles & olive mixes, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, jams & jellies and so much more.

Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!

Emerging Inventors 9/6/2022 9:00 AM - 9/6/2022 10:00 AM

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:57:09 GMT

Edison and Ford Winter Estates Emerging Inventors programs are designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years old. These sessions include opportunities to socialize with other children, educational activities, science experiments, and exploration of the property. This program runs from September through May. Advance registration is required. Register online at edisonford.org.

Edison Ford members: $10; non-members: $15

Poppa Don's Italian Deli & Catering - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 9/6/2022 2:00 PM - 9/6/2022 2:30 PM

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:47:04 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Join us at this Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome our new members to the Chamber. This is a great opportunity to come and network, take a tour, and get more information about our local businesses. A reservation is not required and all members are welcome to attend.

Benefit from having your business exposed to the community with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Your picture will appear in The Breeze Newspaper, Chamber Trends e-Magazine and the Chamber Newsletter. A Facebook Event is created for you a Facebook LIVE is done for you and extra Photos taken for your Social Media as well!

For information about scheduling a Ribbon Cutting for your business or about this Ribbon Cutting event, please contact Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 or lisa@capecoralchamber.com.

Leadership Cape Coral - Healthcare Day 9/8/2022 8:00 AM - 9/8/2022 5:00 PM

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 17:17:15 GMT

Each session will consist of forums, seminars, and field trips that have been custom designed to explore the many challenges and opportunities facing the community leaders of tomorrow.

Homeschool Science Scholars 9/8/2022 10:00 AM - 9/8/2022 11:00 AM

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:32:27 GMT

Grades 4-6: September 8, 2022, at 10 a.m.

Homeschool Science Scholar programs are designed for children in grades 1-6 and typically held in an outdoor classroom environment (weather permitting). Our education staff, called “Wild Wizards” will challenge student’s minds and foster collaboration in this science and engineering series. In this session, student will learn about the history of 19^th and 20^th-century electric innovations. Advance registration is required. Register online at edisonford.org

Edison Ford members: $15; non-members: $25

Council For Progress Monthly Meeting 9/9/2022 7:30 AM - 9/9/2022 8:30 AM

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:34:09 GMT

The Cape Coral Council for Progress Foundation, Inc. will foster cohesive, proactive partnerships with city, community and business leaders to achieve a directed economic development climate and secure a leadership role within our region.

Council for Progress meets the second Friday of each month with the meeting start time of 7:30am.

For more information about this committee or if you are interested in joining, please contact President/CEO, Donna Germain at (239) 549-6900 x107 or by emailing donna@capecoralchamber.com

Medicare Consultants of Florida - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 9/9/2022 11:00 AM - 9/9/2022 11:30 AM

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:26:59 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 9/10/2022 8:00 AM - 9/10/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:18:23 GMT

The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.

We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!

For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers' Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com

Garden Talk – Butterfly Gardening 9/10/2022 10:00 AM - 9/10/2022 11:30 AM

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:27:22 GMT

A successful butterfly garden will include not only include eye-catching nectar plants, but also a variety of larval host plants. In this talk, visitors will learn how to design and care for butterfly gardens in a home landscape, including best locations, plant pairings and more. Common varieties of butterflies that visitors will see include the Monarch, Gulf Fritillary, Zebra Longwing, Orange-barred Sulphur, White Peacock, Black Swallowtail, and the Great Southern White. Each attendee will receive a 20% off coupon for use on plant purchases. Wear sunscreen, a hat, comfortable shoes, and bring drinking water. Advance registration is not required.

Edison Ford members: $10; non-members: $15

Mid-Cape Sunshine Market 9/13/2022 9:00 AM - 9/13/2022 1:00 PM

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:17:46 GMT

The Mercola Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm thru September and October - April from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us year round at the Mercola Sunshine Farmers Market!

General Membership Luncheon Meeting 9/14/2022 11:30 AM - 9/14/2022 1:00 PM

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 11:50:13 GMT

Join your fellow Chamber members the second Wednesday of each month from 11:30am - 1:00pm at the monthly General Membership Luncheon Meeting. Enjoy the opportunity to network with 60+ members.

Join us with guest speaker, Christopher Spiro, Horizon Council Foundation Chairman wo will discuess the Lee County Horizon Council.

Please make your reservation ahead of time by clicking on the "Register HERE" Button

*All cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the event for a refund or credit towards the next meeting.

Homeschool Science Scholars 9/14/2022 10:00 AM - 9/14/2022 11:00 AM

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:32:23 GMT

Edison Ford members: $15; non-members: $25

Leadership Cape Coral - Media Day 9/15/2022 8:00 AM - 9/15/2022 5:00 PM

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 17:17:39 GMT

Each session will consist of forums, seminars, and field trips that have been custom designed to explore the many challenges and opportunities facing the community leaders of tomorrow.

Business After Hours hosted by Achieva Credit Union 9/15/2022 5:30 PM - 9/15/2022 7:30 PM

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 20:51:49 GMT

Join your fellow Chamber members the third Thursday of each month from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at the Business After Hours Networking Event. Enjoy the opportunity to network with chamber members. We always have networking activities, great giveaways and sponsorship opportunities to expose your business.

Join us for this after work networking event and bring plenty of business cards and be ready to network!

A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED! This is a FREE networking event for Chamber Members and a $25 fee for Non Chamber Members.

If you are interested in hosting a Business After Hours at your business or have questions about this Business After Hours, contact Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 or lisa@capecoralchamber.com

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 9/17/2022 8:00 AM - 9/17/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:18:37 GMT

The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.

We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!

For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers' Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com

Mid-Cape Sunshine Market 9/20/2022 9:00 AM - 9/20/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:08:45 GMT

The Mercola Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm thru September and October - April from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us year round at the Mercola Sunshine Farmers Market!

Longhorn Steakhouse of Cape Coral - Lasso Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 9/20/2022 2:00 PM - 9/20/2022 2:30 PM

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:50:22 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Dental Care at Midpoint - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 9/21/2022 8:30 AM - 9/21/2022 9:00 AM

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:56:40 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Leadership Cape Coral - Public Safety Day 9/22/2022 8:00 AM - 9/22/2022 5:00 PM

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 17:17:58 GMT

Each session will consist of forums, seminars, and field trips that have been custom designed to explore the many challenges and opportunities facing the community leaders of tomorrow.

Home Services By Rafael - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 9/22/2022 5:30 PM - 9/22/2022 6:00 PM

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:10:15 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Cultural Park Theatre Company - 60th Season Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Cocktail Hour 9/22/2022 5:30 PM - 9/22/2022 6:00 PM

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:36:01 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

***************UNVEILING OF NEWLY RE-DESIGNED LOBBY & THEATRE!************

Networking at Noon hosted by Goodwill Industries of SWFL 9/23/2022 12:00 Noon - 9/23/2022 1:00 PM

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:07:45 GMT

Join your fellow Chamber members the 4th Friday of each month from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at the Networking at Noon Event. Enjoy the opportunity to network with 30+ members. We always have networking activities, great giveaways and sponsorship opportunities to expose your business.

Join us for this mid day networking event and bring plenty of business cards and be ready to network!

A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED! This is a FREE networking event for Chamber Members and a $25 fee for Non Chamber Members.

If you are interested in hosting a Networking at Noon at your business or have questions about this Networking at Noon event, contact Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 or lisa@capecoralchamber.com

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 9/24/2022 8:00 AM - 9/24/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:18:48 GMT

The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.

We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!

For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers' Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com

Mid-Cape Sunshine Market 9/27/2022 9:00 AM - 9/27/2022 1:00 PM

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:09:04 GMT

The Mercola Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm thru September and October - April from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us year round at the Mercola Sunshine Farmers Market!