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.

Advanced Leadership Cape Coral 2023 3/17/2023 9:00 AM - 5/12/2023 12:00 Noon

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:32:12 GMT

WHAT IS ADVANCED LEADERSHIP CAPE CORAL?
In this eight part series, participants will revisit core leadership concepts and tools to help refine their leadership skills in order to maximize business results. Each module in the series will be 2.5 hours in length, held on Friday’s from 9:00 – 12:00 pm.

All sessions will be held at Keiser University in Fort Myers. A variety of instructional methods will be utilized, including mini lectures, video, simulation, case studies and facilitated discussion. Each session also includes lunch.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
March 17, 2023
Session One: What does it mean to be a leader? How leadership differs from management. How does a leader move from competitor to collaborator and from controller to facilitator. Discover the evolving theories of leadership. What does it take to be a leader? What are your leadership strengths? How do you match your leadership strengths with your leadership role?

March 24, 2023
Session Two: Leading with your head and heart while mastering emotional intelligence. Can a leader lead with love versus and fear? Explore the personal courage it takes to become a moral leader?

March 31, 2023
Session Three: In this session, we will explore the process of creating a framework that leads to change. We will learn the keys to success that help people change. Discover when change has occurred how to freeze the change to maintain it.

April 7, 2023
Session Four: One cannot be a leader without followers, learn what it means to develop the art of followership. Discover the strategies and courage required for managing up. Explore what followers seek from leaders. Discuss how to motivate followers through empowerment. Entertain new ideas for motivation.

April 21, 2023
Session Five: Learn about the contingency approach to leadership. How is situational leadership helping leaders to manage followers with diversity? How do attitudes affect leadership and leadership style?

April 28, 2023
Session Six: In this session, we will discuss negotiation and leading people who are different than you. Discuss how men and women lead differently. Learn how to develop cultural intelligence. Explore how power is different, how it can be leveraged, and how followers view the use of power.

May 5, 2023
Session Seven: Explore best practices in leadership communication and leading strategic conversations. Learn how to effectively use various communication channels, their strengths and weaknesses. Discover how to effectively lead a team to high performance and methods for dealing with team conflict.

May 12, 2023
Session Eight: This session is about creating a vision and how to strategize to successfully execute vision into reality. Discussion will occur concerning the creating of a culture of strength, responsiveness and performance. Our discussion will include ethical and value based cultures as a tool for strategic advantage.

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 4/1/2023 8:00 AM - 4/1/2023 1:00 PM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:23:02 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

Business Card Exchange hosted by Drones SWFL and Photo Booth Cape Coral 4/4/2023 7:30 AM - 4/4/2023 8:30 AM

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:40:54 GMT

For the early birds, the Business Card Exchange is designed for those who cannot get away midday or for those looking for the extra early morning networking from 7:30am - 8:30am. This is your time to meet members of the chamber or host this morning event to get prospect members through your doors. You will find members passionate about networking the first Tuesday of each month at the Business Card Exchange Networking Event.

Join us for this early morning 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 $35 fee for Non Chamber Members.

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

Mid-Cape Sunshine Market 4/4/2023 10:00 AM - 4/4/2023 3:00 PM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:25:19 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

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 Mercola Sunshine Farmers Market!

The market accepts EBT/SNAP & the Fresh Bucks programs

Boutique 510 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (10:30 - 11 am) & Grand Opening Event (11 am - 7 pm) 4/5/2023 10:30 AM - 4/5/2023 11:00 AM

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:25:15 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, The Cape Coral SUN 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.

Welcome Center and Chamber Offices Closed 4/7/2023

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:21:07 GMT

The Chamber Offices and Welcome Center will be closed in observation of Good Friday. Our offices will reopen on Monday at 8:00am.

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

Grow Fort Myers Plant Sale And Workshops 4/7/2023 12:00 Noon - 4/8/2023 4:00 PM

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:43:33 GMT

Friday (Noon–4 p.m.): Plant Sale Only

Vendors: Bello Tropicals, Florida Orchid House, Hang-a-Pot, Jim-N-I Orchids, Krull/Smith Orchids, OFE Orchid Supplies, Orchids Amore, Sierra Madre, SO Orchids, Sunland Orchids, and Tropiflora

Tickets not required for the Garden Shoppe or vendor tables.

Saturday (9 a.m.–4 p.m.): Workshops & Plant Sale (ticket Required for workshops) Attend all workshops with 1 ticket. $25 for non-members; $20 for Edison Ford members. Plus, there will be a rare orchid raffle. (Ticket does not include admission to the museum, lab or riverside of the property).

Workshops:

10-10:45 a.m. · Growing Orchids as Houseplants

11-11:45 a.m. · Potting Orchids

12-1 p.m. · Wildflower Talk & Stroll

1-1:45 p.m. · Introduction to Orchids

2-2:45 p.m. · Growing Orchids from Seedlings

3-3:45 p.m. · Benign Neglect of Orchids

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 4/8/2023 8:00 AM - 4/8/2023 1:00 PM

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:40:53 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 4/11/2023 10:00 AM - 4/11/2023 3:00 PM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:25:32 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!

The market accepts EBT/SNAP & the Fresh Bucks programs

Cape Coral Boat Rentals - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Re-Opening Event 4/11/2023 5:00 PM - 4/11/2023 5:30 PM

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:41:11 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

We will serve refreshments and have a drawing for $100 off a full day boat rental for a qualified driver. (Must have previous experience operating a powerboat and if under the age of 35 have their safe boaters certificate.)

General Membership Luncheon Meeting 4/12/2023 11:30 AM - 4/12/2023 1:00 PM

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:46:38 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 for this Chamber 101 luncheon. Learn about how to make the most out of your chamber membership from your very own chamber professionals.

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

Cost is $25 for Chamber Members and $35 for Non-Chamber Members

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

Lusk, Drasites & Tolisano - Celebrating 40 Years in Business and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 4/12/2023 5:00 PM - 4/12/2023 5:30 PM

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 13:13:59 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Please join the law firm, Lusk, Drasites & Tolisano for a ribbon cutting and celebration of their 40^th Anniversary serving our community. The firm warmly invites you to come for a toast to 40 years and many more to come.

Benefit from having your business exposed to the community with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Your picture will appear in The Breeze Newspaper, The Cape Coral SUN 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.

Annual Chamber Golf Tournament - Sponsored By Suncoast Beverage 4/14/2023 7:30 AM - 4/14/2023 1:30 PM

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 13:35:59 GMT

Join us for the Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Million Dollar Shootout

Friday, April 14th, 2023

Coral Oaks Golf Course, 1800 NW 28th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33993

7:30 AM Check-In/8:30 AM Shotgun Start

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 4/15/2023 8:00 AM - 4/15/2023 1:00 PM

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:41:15 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 4/18/2023 10:00 AM - 4/18/2023 3:00 PM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:25:44 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!

The market accepts EBT/SNAP & the Fresh Bucks programs

Black Forest Medical Group (Pro Med Instruments) - 20th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 4/18/2023 10:00 AM - 4/18/2023 10:30 AM

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:00:58 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Business After Hours hosted by Schooner Bay Realty 4/20/2023 5:30 PM - 4/20/2023 7:30 PM

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:49:12 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 $35 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 4/22/2023 8:00 AM - 4/22/2023 1:00 PM

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:41:28 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

Culture Fest 4/22/2023 12:00 Noon - 4/22/2023 5:00 PM

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:26:44 GMT

The City of Cape Coral is proud to celebrate different cultures through live music, performances, international food, and more! Connect with your community during the eventful afternoon and explore the sights, sounds, and flavors of Cape Coral with performances and activities for all ages. This is a free event!

Board of Directors Meeting 4/25/2023 7:30 AM - 4/25/2023 8:30 AM

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:36:13 GMT

The Board of Directors is made up of 24 chamber members who have been elected to serve 3-year terms and up to 15 trustees serving a 1-year term. The Board of Directors are the member representative who have the fiduciary responsibility and are the policy makers that direct the organization. Duties include making sure the organization has the financial resources to operation. They are also responsible for creation of the annual business plan to meet the current and future needs of the business community.

This committee creates the policies, positions, and direction for the organization often with advisement of other committees and task forces. Board members are encouraged to participate in one or more chamber committees so that they can report committee activities to the Board of Directors monthly. Board members are also encouraged to attend membership functions and further the communication of chamber issues. Time investment for Board of Directors is usually 4 - 5 hours monthly.

This monthly meeting is for the Board of Directors and Trustees. If you would like more information about being a part of the Board of Directors or attending a monthly meeting, please contact Donna Germain, President/CEO at (239) 549-6900 x107.

Mid-Cape Sunshine Market 4/25/2023 10:00 AM - 4/25/2023 3:00 PM

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:25:55 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!

The market accepts EBT/SNAP & the Fresh Bucks programs

Leadseen - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 4/26/2023 11:00 AM - 4/26/2023 11:30 AM

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:30:06 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Free Virtual Teacher Training 4/27/2023 4:00 PM - 4/27/2023 6:00 PM

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 19:32:14 GMT

The Southwest Florida Music Education Center (SWFLMEC) offers teacher trainings monthly in February, March and April. The sessions, led by SWFLMEC’s partner, the Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE), teach best practices for arts educators for students who learn differently.

Sessions will be held virtually from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday [GU1] Feb. 16, March 30 and April 27. The training is free, but registration is required in order to receive the meeting link.

The BIAAE training equips educators with a combination of evidence-based practices in special education and pedagogical approaches in music education. Sessions help educators meet each student where they are by employing adaptations, accommodations and modifications in their teaching approaches and classroom activities. BIAAE is an international leader in professional development and pre-service music educator training in accessible music education.

The two-hour sessions are open to local educators of children in pre-K through adult learners in instrumental and vocal music, visual art, dance, theater and musical theater and tactile art. The sessions are also designed for teachers working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, speech and language disorders, Down syndrome, students who have been affected by trauma and more.

For more information, call 239-205-8258

on three Thursdays: February 16, March 30, and April 27. [GU1] [GU1]

Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 4/28/2023 11:30 AM - 4/28/2023 12:00 Noon

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 14:15:50 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Networking at Noon hosted by Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Garden 4/28/2023 12:00 Noon - 4/28/2023 1:00 PM

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:40:09 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.

Leoma Lovegrove CARRIBEAN COLORS Exhibit is at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens until May 14th

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 $35 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 4/29/2023 8:00 AM - 4/29/2023 1:00 PM

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:41:41 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