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 Class of 2024 Registration 4/16/2024 8:15 AM - 8/9/2024 5:00 PM

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:08:50 GMT

REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 1, 2024 TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!!!

PROGRAM STARTS AUGUST 9TH AT THE PINK SHELL

Leadership Cape Coral is a proactive 13 week program designed to help you learn about the infrastructure that drives our city, rub elbows with local dignitaries, tour facilities not open to the general public, learn how to support our community, become part of the elite core of chamber members and establish a bond and form a network with your classmates.

Under the direction of the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral, Leadership Cape Coral has been formed to develop year after year a pool of leaders that share a common knowledge and vision for the city.

This intensive hands-on program begins with a kick-off retreat in August on a Friday and requires an overnight stay until Saturday. Each day will runs each Thursday following, completing with a Graduation gala in November. The program is held at various locations throughout the city and county.

Below is a look at the 2024 Leadership Cape Coral Days. Scholarships are available, please contact donna@capecoralchamber.com for more information.
Chamber Member Tuition - $1300
Non Chamber Member Tuition - $1700 (ask us about membership!!!)

2024 Leadership Cape Coral Days

Session One, Kick Off – Friday-Saturday
Session Two – Made in Cape Coral Day
Session Three – Real Estate and Construction Day
Session Four – Community Steward Day
Session Five – Healthcare Day
Session Six – Media Day
Session Seven – Government Day
Session Eight – Public Safety Day
Session Nine – Infrastructure Day
Session Ten – Sheriff’s Day Mosquito Control Day
Session Eleven – Education Day
Session Twelve – Industry Appreciation Day
Session Thirteen – Arts & Entertainment Day
Graduation

If you would like to speak with someone about Leadership Cape Coral, please contact President & CEO, Donna Germain at (239) 549-6900 x107.

For more information about the 2024 Leadership Cape Coral program or to complete the application, click on the link below.

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/1/2024 8:00 AM - 6/1/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:45:14 GMT

The Cape Coral Farmers Market has been a favorite Saturday morning destination for 27 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 RAM Restoration 6/4/2024 7:30 AM - 6/4/2024 8:30 AM

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:42:20 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.

Is Your Legacy Protected? A Seminar On Will Awareness. 6/5/2024 2:00 PM - 6/5/2024 3:00 PM

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:10:40 GMT

Is your legacy protected? Join us for will awareness seminar! Discover how achieving peace of mind with your estate plan is simpler than you think. Learn about:

* Advantages of wills and trusts
* Difference between a retirement plan and an estate plan
* How IRA's and other retirement accounts factor into your estate plan
* How probate work and why you may want to avoid it
* Protecting your kids' inheritance from lawsuits, divorce and spendthrifts
* Why putting bank accounts or your home in your children's names may be a mistake
* How you and your heirs are impacted by tax consequences in your estate plan
* Advanced medical directives and medical powers of attorney
* The importance of financial powers of attorney
* Long-term care/Medicaid planning to protect your estate
* Protect your home from being lost to a long-tern care facility

Don't miss out on tailored advice for retirees to help you avoid costly mistakes. Reserve your spot now!

https://events.afceducators.org/campaigns/will-awareness-265

#EstatePlanning #Retirement #PeaceOfMind

Is Your Legacy Protected? A Seminar On Will Awareness. 6/5/2024 4:00 PM - 6/5/2024 5:00 PM

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:10:36 GMT

Is Your Legacy Protected? A Seminar On Will Awareness. 6/6/2024 4:00 PM - 6/6/2024 5:00 PM

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:10:30 GMT

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/8/2024 8:00 AM - 6/8/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:45:25 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

Is Your Legacy Protected? A Seminar On Will Awareness. 6/9/2024 6:30 PM - 6/9/2024 7:30 PM

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:10:25 GMT

Membership Development Committee Meeting 6/11/2024 7:45 AM - 6/11/2024 8:45 AM

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:10:42 GMT

The Membership Development Committee has the opportunity to be the first to know about new members with the chamber. Ambassadors attend Ribbon Cuttings and also take part in being a mentor to new members. This is a great way to meet new prospects and welcome them to the chamber.

Every month the Ambassadors should attend one of the many Chamber events. They network with new members and expose their own business during the process. There is an average of ten ribbon cuttings per month. We encourage all Ambassadors to attend as many ribbon cuttings as their time allows. The time investment for this committee can be as high as 10 hours per month depending on your level of involvement.

For more information about the Membership Development Committee, please contact Lisa Barrella, Membership Sales Director at (239) 549-6900 x103 or lisa@capecoralchamber.com

General Membership Luncheon Meeting 6/12/2024 11:30 AM - 6/12/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:20:20 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 and meet the Jr Leadership Class of 2024 and join in for a quiz show challenge with the Leadership Cape Coral Alumni.

Sponsor a Jr Leadership student at the General Membership Luncheon and your generous support of $125 will include:

Lunch for you and your student
Your name and logo featured in the event slide show at the lunch as well the Chamber’s luncheon program
Recognition as a sponsor at the event, recognition in all email blasts to the membership
The opportunity to be seated for lunch with your sponsored student

Jr Leadership Class of 2024

Carina Ballard - Ida S Baker High School
Sponsored by: Horizon Foundation

Lia Gongora - Ida S Baker High School
Sponsored by: IncredibleBank

Nayla Yero Satorre - Ida S Baker High School

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/15/2024 8:00 AM - 6/15/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:45:33 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

Business After Hours hosted by Ultra Energy & Wellness Center 6/20/2024 5:30 PM - 6/20/2024 7:30 PM

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:18:48 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

MY Self Wellness to Host a Breathwork and Sound Healing Class with The Sound of Breath on June 22 6/22/2024 12:00 Noon - 6/22/2024 2:00 PM

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:47:08 GMT

In an effort to support the community it serves, MY Self Wellness, a cutting-edge ketamine clinic and pioneer in the psychedelic space, based in Bonita Springs, will host a breathwork and sound healing class with The Sound of Breathon Saturday, June 22 at 12 p.m.

Founder of The Sound of Breath Talbot Steel will guide participants through a transformative experience combining the power of breathwork and sound healing to relax, rejuvenate and restore their mind, body and spirit. Multiple breathing techniques will be combined to provide 90 minutes of transformative breath work that will bring participants amazing benefits to relieve anxiety, inspire creativity, heal trauma, boost immunity, gain mental clarity, improve digestion, strengthen intuition, achieve mental relaxation and massage inner organs.

MY Self Wellness exists to assist and empower individuals on their health and wellness journey by combining the healing benefits of ketamine with new lifestyle practices for a full mental reset. The center offers an array of services, including ketamine therapy, IV vitamin infusions, NAD+ therapy, medical cannabis recommendations, integrative nutrition services and counseling. MY Self Wellness has experience helping its clients get off pharmaceuticals and move past the symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, chronic pain and more. To date, it employs a team of 17 professionals who have helped over 1,500 individuals find healing through over 10,000 treatments.

The clinic encompasses a multidisciplinary group of psychiatrists, registered nurses, infusion specialists, and integration specialists. Ketamine is administered in a number of ways, including intravenous infusion (IV), intramuscular injection (IM), intranasally, orally and sublingually (as a dissolving troche or lozenge).

MY Self Wellness has partnered with Enthea to expand access to ketamine therapy through employee benefit packages. Enthea is a third-party administrator (TPA) of health insurance plans and the only one offering psychedelic healthcare as a workplace benefit. MY Self Wellness is the first ketamine clinic in Florida to accept Enthea.

Knowing the strong transformations their clients have experienced as a result of psychedelic ketamine therapy, President and Co-Founder Christina Thomas and Chief Brand Ambassador and Co-Founder Charles Patti of MY Self Wellness founded the nonprofit Warriors of Consciousness in 2022, with the mission to help those who cannot afford psychedelic ketamine therapy treatments. Thomas and Patti understand the importance of experiencing these transformations without financial restrictions. To date, Warriors of Consciousness has donated treatments to more than 90 individuals.

For more information or to donate to Warriors of Consciousness, please visit https://wocfund.org/.

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/22/2024 8:00 AM - 6/22/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:45:43 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

MY Self Wellness to Host a Breathwork and Sound Healing Class with The Sound of Breath on June 22 6/22/2024 12:00 Noon - 6/22/2024 2:00 PM

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:47:14 GMT

For more information or to donate to Warriors of Consciousness, please visit https://wocfund.org/.

Board of Directors Meeting 6/25/2024 7:30 AM - 6/25/2024 8:30 AM

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:57:56 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.

Re-Chic Boutique - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 6/26/2024 4:00 PM - 6/26/2024 4:30 PM

Thu, 02 May 2024 10:14:49 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 and a Facebook LIVE (a never deleted, shareable video on our Facebook page) is done for you 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.

MM Brands - New Location Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 6/27/2024 4:30 PM - 6/27/2024 5:00 PM

Tue, 07 May 2024 14:22:44 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Networking at Noon hosted by The Gallery at Cape Coral 6/28/2024 12:00 Noon - 6/28/2024 1:00 PM

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:50:36 GMT

Join your fellow Chamber members on 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 $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

Jeter Chiropractic Health Centers - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (4 pm) & Patient Appreciation Day (2 - 5 pm) 6/28/2024 4:00 PM - 6/28/2024 4:30 PM

Mon, 06 May 2024 15:24:26 GMT

"Champion For Business & Advocate For Community"

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/29/2024 8:00 AM - 6/29/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 28 May 2024 21:45:55 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

Chamber Business Expo at the Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 6/29/2024 8:00 AM - 6/29/2024 1:00 PM

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:03:36 GMT

Showcase your business at the Cape Coral Farmers' Market!

We have added a special business expo to the market on the last Saturday of each month. Space is limited, so contact us ASAP to reserve your spot.
Chamber Member Price - $100
Non Chamber Member Price - $150

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.

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