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.

Lessons in Manners for the Generations Etiquette Class 1/18/2020 11:00 AM - 4/4/2020 1:00 PM

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:43:51 GMT

Mina Edison was a gracious hostess and concerned with the well being of children and the community. Following in her tradition, this two-hour etiquette class will teach etiquette and social skills. Students will gather at the Edison Caretaker's House for a lesson in good manners. This class teaches proper introduction, handshakes and dining etiquette during a three-course meal. Each student will receive a workbook and certificate of completion. Classes are taught by Suzanne Willis who teaches etiquette classes at Ritz-Carlton hotels throughout the nation. This program is $75 for Edison Ford members and $85 for non-members.

FGCU's Cannabis Professional Certificate Program 2/29/2020 9:00 AM - 3/4/2020 6:00 PM

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 17:34:39 GMT

Cannabis is approved for medical use in Florida and much of the U.S., and an increasing number of states also are legalizing its recreational use. The Cannabis Professional Certificate Program is an intensive, multidisciplinary, 5-day workshop designed to meet the needs of those who want to increase their understanding of cannabis and its effects. The workshop will educate participants about the history of cannabis; cannabis laws and policies; the characteristics of the plant; cultivation and extraction techniques; cannabis as a business; and the physiology, pharmacology, and medicinal uses of cannabis. Learn more at www.fgcu.edu/cannabiscertificate Register: https://registerce.asapconnected.com/?#EventID=1565633

RIBBON CUTTING - Faith Generation Church! 3/1/2020 11:00 AM - 3/1/2020 11:30 AM

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:01:53 GMT

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 Chamber Trends Magazine, The Breeze Newspaper and The Fort Myers News-Press.

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.

Car Cruise-In 3/1/2020 11:00 AM - 3/1/2020 2:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:02:56 GMT

See your favorite makes and models of classic, exotic and custom cars.

Art In Bloom Art Show 3/1/2020 1:00 PM - 3/1/2020 4:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:02:43 GMT

Floral designers from the Fort Myers-Lee County Garden Council will create floral designs based in their interpretation of artwork that will be paired with each designer. The works of art and floral designs will be on display in the Edison Caretaker's House as part of the Ford's Factory exhibit. Visitors can vote for their favorite floral and art pairing and the winners will be announced at 4 p.m. Entrance for the Art in Bloom Show will be at the Caretakers House Gate. This event is free for Edison Ford members and $5 for non-members. Does not include admission to the remainder of the site.

Business Card Exchange Hosted by Gulf Coast Village Retirement Community 3/3/2020 7:30 AM - 3/3/2020 8:30 AM

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:57:08 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 $25 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

RIBBON CUTTING - Barnhill Seafood Market & More! 3/3/2020 9:00 AM - 3/3/2020 9:30 AM

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 15:36:27 GMT

Emerging Inventors: Bugs and Butterflies 3/3/2020 10:00 AM - 3/3/2020 11:00 AM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:25:38 GMT

Children and parents will learn, play, and gain valuable social skills while exploring the homes, gardens and museum. The theme is Bugs and Butterflies. Learn about the different types of butterflies and bugs that are abundant throughout Southwest Florida and the different plants that attract them. Advance registration is required through our website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/emerging-inventors/ or call 239-334-7419. This session is $10 for Edison Ford members and $15 for non-members. $5 for each additional child.

Surfside Sunshine Market 3/3/2020 1:00 PM - 3/3/2020 6:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:23:40 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 8:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

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

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Museum Musings: Mina Edison, the "Home Executive" 3/4/2020 11:30 AM - 3/4/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:08 GMT

Join Volunteer, Jan Magical as she portrays Mrs. Mina Edison in sharing stories about her life and family in Fort Myers and more. This program is free for Edison Ford members and included with admission for non-members.

RIBBON CUTTING - Dante's Coal Fired Pizza - now 3/4/20 at 4:30 pm! Come on out and enjoy some great food, wine, beer and a Giveaway at this Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! 3/4/2020 4:30 PM - 3/4/2020 5:00 PM

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 11:10:19 GMT

Art Conservation Talk with Jeremy Fogg 3/4/2020 6:30 PM - 3/4/2020 8:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:02:48 GMT

Jeremy Fogg is a fine art conservator, auctioneer, private researcher and consultant based in Southern Maine. He will be discussing and laying out potential plans for the conservation of select works from within the Edison and Ford Winter Estates art collection. These works are not yet on public view. This is a rare opportunity to look deep within the collection and learn about the systematic approach to the world of fine art conservation. He will also share the process of conserving the oil painting, "The Phonograph" by Pompeo Massani. This is a free event, however donations are encouraged. Please register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-conservation-talk-with-jeremy-fogg-tickets-90515338815

UNWIND WEDNESDAY! WOOD AND CANVAS WORKSHOP 3/4/2020 6:30 PM - 3/4/2020

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:39:21 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make anything from our project offerings below. In the workshop, you will customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic) stain colors! Feel free to BYO food and beverages to enjoy during your workshop. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

1st ANNIVERSARY RIBBON CUTTING - Your CBD Store! 3/5/2020 4:30 PM - 3/5/2020 5:00 PM

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 19:30:56 GMT

THURSDAY FUNDIY! MAKE ANY WOOD PROJECT 3/5/2020 6:30 PM - 3/5/2020

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:39:32 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make one of our many Wood Projects, featuring our Framed Signs! Choose from a Framed Sign, Plank Sign, Plank or Framed Clock, Centerpiece Box, Bottle Opener Box, Lazy Susan, Wood Photo Frame, Pedestal Tray and more! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. BYO wine or beer to sip and enjoy during the workshop. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

FINALLY FRI-DIY! WOOD AND COMPLIMENTARY WINE 3/6/2020 6:30 PM - 3/6/2020

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:39:34 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make one of our many Wood Projects, featuring our Framed Signs! Choose from a Framed Sign, Plank Sign, Plank or Framed Clock, Centerpiece Box, Bottle Opener Box, Lazy Susan, Wood Photo Frame, Pedestal Tray and more! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. Enjoy complimentary wine or BYO wine or beer to sip and enjoy during the workshop. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

Women's Self-Defense Workshop 3/6/2020 6:30 PM - 3/6/2020 8:00 PM

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:11:03 GMT

Free Women's Self Defense Workshop Ages 13+

Friday Night Concert Series 3/6/2020 6:00 PM - 3/6/2020 9:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:04:09 GMT

Rockin Horse - featuring classic rock, party, and variety favorites

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 3/7/2020 8:00 AM - 3/7/2020 1:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:16:37 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

Mustang Car Show 3/7/2020 10:00 AM - 3/7/2020 2:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:26:50 GMT

Edison Ford hosts several car shows throughout the year as a fitting tribute to the legacy of Henry Ford, the pioneer of the automobile industry. Car owners and enthusiasts are invited to come out and spend the day, talk to some exhibitors, and see some unique cars. Owners of Ford Mustangs will be exhibiting their cars on Henry Ford's lawn, along the Caloosahatchee River. The Mustang has been popular ever since it debuted in 1964; in two years, more than one million mustangs were sold. The deadline to register is February 29. The registration is $15 for one car and $5 for each additional car. This includes admission to Edison Ford for the registered participant and one passenger. This show is free for Edison Ford members and $25 for non-members. Includes admission to the site. Visit us online at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/ford-mustang-show/to register your car and for more information. Please contact Leeanne Criswell at 239-334-7419 with any questions.

Rhythm on the River: Neil Zirconia, The Ultimate Faux Diamond ( A Neil Diamond Tribute) 3/7/2020 6:00 PM - 3/7/2020 8:00 PM

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 15:43:22 GMT

Join us for Rhythm on the River with Neil Zirconia, The Ultimate Faux Diamond! If you love Neil Diamond, you won't want to miss this show! Zirconia has a huge following and is dubbed the ultimate "Faux Diamond." With his stage presence, charisma and unique baritone voice, guests feel like they are attending a Neil Diamond concert. Spend the evening along the river, while enjoying great music, a fantastic river view and refreshing beverages! Bring your favorite lawn chair and a sweater if the weather is chilly. There will be a cash bar and refreshments available for purchase. No coolers are permitted. Tickets will be available online. The cost for Edison Ford members is $20 and $25 for non-members. The at the door price is $30.

COUPLES NIGHT! WOOD WORKSHOP 3/7/2020 6:30 PM - 3/7/2020

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:39:29 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make an Oversized Framed Sign, Porch Sign, Framed Clock, Blanket Ladders, or our popular Pet Beds! Come with a date or just a friend! In the workshop, you will customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic) stain colors! *2 guests can work on 1 of these Oversized projects together;) Please feel free to BYO food and wine to enjoy during the workshop.

The Charlie Daniels Band with Special Guests The Outlaws 3/7/2020 8:00 PM - 3/7/2020 9:30 PM

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 10:13:58 GMT

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents The Charlie Daniels Band and special guests The Outlaws live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Saturday, March 7 at 8 p.m., with gates opening at 6 p.m. Advance tickets for this outdoor performance are on sale now with prices starting at $40 and are available at the casino, on moreinparadise.com or by calling 800-514-ETIX. No coolers or pets will be permitted. This is a rain or shine event. From his Dove Award-winning gospel albums to his genre-defining Southern rock anthems and his CMA Award-winning country hits, few artists have left a more indelible mark on America’s musical landscape than Charlie Daniels. An outspoken patriot, beloved mentor to young artists and still a road warrior at age 82, Daniels has parlayed his passion for music into a multi-platinum career and a platform to support the military, underprivileged children and others in need. The Charlie Daniels Band has populated radio with such memorable and timeless hits as “Long Haired Country Boy,” “The South’s Gonna Do It Again,” “In America,” “The Legend of Wooley Swamp” and of course, his signature song, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia,” which won a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group in 1979 as well as single of the year at the Country Music Association Awards. Over the course of his career, Daniels has received numerous accolades, including his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame (2016), the Musicians Hall of Fame and becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry. He was presented the Pioneer Award by the Academy of Country Music and was honored as a BMI Icon in recognition of his songwriting. He also received a star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Formed in Tampa in 1972, The Outlaws – known for their triple-guitar rock attack and three-part country harmonies – became one of the first acts signed by Clive Davis (at the urging of Ronnie Van Zant) to his then-fledgling Arista Records. The band’s first three albums “The Outlaws,” “Lady In Waiting” and “Hurry Sundown,” feature such rock radio favorites as “There Goes Another Love Song,” “Green Grass & High Tides,” “Knoxville Girl” and “Freeborn Man.” The albums would become worldwide gold and platinum landmarks of the Southern Rock era. Other hits for The Outlaws include “Riders In The Sky,” “Song For You,” and “Hurry Sundown.” Known as “The Florida Guitar Army” by their fans, The Outlaws earned a formidable reputation as an incendiary live act touring with friends The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Marshall Tucker Band and The Charlie Daniels Band as well as The Doobie Brothers, The Who, Eagles and The Rolling Stones. Now The Outlaws return with new music, new focus and an uncompromising new mission: It’s about a band of brothers bound together by history, harmony and the road. It’s about a group that respects its own legacy while refusing to be defined by its past. “It’s About Pride” is the new album from The Outlaws, a record four years in the making and perhaps 20 or more in the waiting.

FAMILY FUN-DIY! KIDS WELCOME 3/8/2020 1:00 PM - 3/8/2020 4:00 PM

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:11:06 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make anything from our project offerings below. In the workshop, you will customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic) stain colors! Feel free to BYO food and beverages to your workshop. Kids age 7 and older are welcome to make their own project. Please note each family member must be registered to make a project. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

SWFL Big Band 3/8/2020 3:00 PM - 3/8/2020 5:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:02:37 GMT

Enjoy listening to music from the Big Band era performed by Southwest Florida Big Band.

Membership Development Committee Meeting 3/10/2020 7:45 AM - 3/10/2020 9:00 AM

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 10:19:31 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 have reserved seating at the General Membership meeting/luncheon. 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 our Chamber Membership Department, Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 (or) lisa@capecoralchamber.com

Surfside Sunshine Market 3/10/2020 1:00 PM - 3/10/2020 6:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:23:55 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 8:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

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RIBBON CUTTING - Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church! 3/10/2020 3:30 PM - 3/10/2020 4:00 PM

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 10:19:55 GMT

General Membership Luncheon Meeting 3/11/2020 11:30 AM - 3/11/2020 1:00 PM

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:09:48 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 50+ members.

Join us for our monthly luncheon as we welcome the Junior Leadership Cape Coral Class of 2020.

Ida Baker
Karli Jack
Lilliam Viera
Marleigh Christopher

Adrian Suarez
Abigail Vaughn

Mariner High School:
Kara Perchall
Aisha Smaller

North Fort Myers High School
Tate Williams
Devon Cranford
Payten Tutterrow
Jadah Farris
Lolina-Sophia Bruggeman-Munuz
Asher Lowe
Kayleigh Parish

Oasis Charter High School
Dakotah Ramos
Shelby Rookey

Cape Coral High School
Natalie Cherwaty
Dezaray Gartin

Island Coast
Danyas German
Melanie Alvarez
Kayla Steckelberg
Alyssa Swift
Megan Tsavolakis

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

RIBBON CUTTING - DKR Travel - Travel Basket Giveaway INCLUDES Sanitizing Wipes 3/11/2020 3:30 PM - 3/11/2020 4:00 PM

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 21:43:20 GMT

Homeschool Science Scholars: Field Research Grades 7-8 3/11/2020 10:00 AM - 3/11/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:25:35 GMT

Challenge your mind and foster collaboration with our popular ongoing homeschool series! The focus of this session is chemistry, biology, and ecology. Learn all about how Edison utilized the plants on his site in his research in Fort Myers. Advance registration is required through our website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/homeschool-science-scholars-2019-2020/ or by calling 239-334-7419. This session is $15 for Edison Ford members and $25 for non-members.

Museum Musings: Clara Ford, the Matron of Dearborn 3/11/2020 11:30 AM - 3/11/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:01 GMT

Join Alexandria Edwards, Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator, as she explores the life and times of the woman they called the "Believer" This program is free for Edison Ford members and included with admission for non-members.

ARworkshop - Unwind Wednesday Wood and Canvas Workshop 3/11/2020 6:30 PM - 3/11/2020 9:30 AM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:31 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make anything from our project offerings. In the workshop, you will customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic) stain colors! Feel free to BYO food and beverages to enjoy during your workshop. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

Homeschool Science Scholars: Field Research Grades 1-3 3/12/2020 9:30 AM - 3/12/2020 11:30 AM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:25:24 GMT

Homeschool Science Scholars: Field Research Grades 4-6 3/12/2020 1:00 PM - 3/12/2020 3:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:25:32 GMT

RIBBON CUTTING - Lusk, Drasites & Tolisano P.A.! 3/12/2020 4:00 PM - 3/12/2020 4:30 PM

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:58:13 GMT

ARworkshop - Thursday FundDIY Wood Workshop 3/12/2020 6:30 PM - 3/12/2020 9:30 AM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:34 GMT

Council For Progress Monthly Meeting 3/13/2020 7:00 AM - 3/13/2020

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:24:46 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. Networking begins at 7:00am with the meeting start time of 7:30am.

For more information about this committee or if you are interested in joining, please contact Joe Mazurkiewicz at (239) 470-5778 or by emailing joe@bjmconsult.com

School Break Camp: Designed by Girls 3/13/2020 9:00 AM - 3/13/2020 4:00 PM

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 12:57:51 GMT

When school is out, the "Wild Wizard" is in! Explore the Edison and Ford Winter Estates and topics in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), history, and the natural world. In this session, explore engineering in this exciting day camp for girls only! This session is $45 for Edison Ford members and $50 for non-members. Advanced registration is required. Register online on our website or contact Leeanne Criswell at 239-334-7419.

ARworkshop - FINALLY FRIDAY Wood and complimentary wine Workshop 3/13/2020 6:30 PM - 3/13/2020 9:30 AM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:47 GMT

Join us at AR Workshop Cape Coral for a DIY class to make one of our many Wood Projects, featuring our Framed Signs! Choose from a Framed Sign, Plank Sign, Plank or Framed Clock, Centerpiece Box, Bottle Opener Box, Lazy Susan, Wood Photo Frame, Pedestal Tray and more! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. Enjoy complimentary wine or BYO wine or beer to sip and enjoy during the workshop. Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

Friday Night Concert Series 3/13/2020 6:00 PM - 3/13/2020 9:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:03:39 GMT

The Girls of Motown – This tribute group will have you celebrating the golden age and the legendary artists of Motown

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 3/14/2020 8:00 AM - 3/14/2020 1:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:16:54 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

March in the Park - A Juried Plant Sale presented by Garden Club of Cape Coral 3/14/2020 9:00 AM - 3/14/2020 3:00 PM

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 15:32:57 GMT

Shamrock River Festival 3/14/2020 10:00 AM - 3/14/2020 7:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:26:45 GMT

Come celebrate this fun filled weekend, in March! Partake in tasting a variety of foods from food vendors & food trucks, many selling treats with an Irish theme. Call Now : 813-451-7936 Festivals strive to give back to your friends & neighbors by supporting their local business as vendors with handmade one-of-a-kind items, Collectables, Irish finds, Local art, bo-ho clothing, unique jewelry, plants, home decor & more. Besides, it give everyone a reason to wear GREEN! March 14 (ShamrockRiverFest) Festivals run from 10:00 AM until 7:00 PM at Waterworks Park in downtown Tampa on the Riverwalk Call Now : 813-451-7936

Garden Talk: Why Native Plants are Great! 3/14/2020 10:00 AM - 3/14/2020 11:30 AM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:23 GMT

This Garden Talk will focus on Florida Natives and include a walk through of the Edison Ford gardens to see natives growing. We will also discuss the care of each plant and where it would work in a home landscape. Native plants will be available for sale in the Garden Shoppe and participants will receive a discount coupon toward purchases. If you would like to see birds, butterflies, bees, and other wildlife in your landscape, planting natives will bring you great joy! Participants should wear comfortable shoes for walking, sunscreen, a hat, and bring drinking water. This session is $10 for Edison Ford members and $15 for non-members.

Yomassage Class 3/14/2020 11:00 AM - 3/14/2020 12:30 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:16 GMT

Yomassage is a fusion of relaxing and supported restorative yoga positions with hands on massage therapy. Students hold each position for around 8-10 minutes while a massage therapist performs manual massage techniques. The classes are limited to 5 participants per class and last for approximately 90 minutes. Classes are led by Dolores J. Gozzi, a Licensed Massage/Alternative Therapist (MA37360). Class will take place in the South Florida Water Management Lecture Hall. Tickets are $45 for Edison Ford members and $55 for non-members. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/yomassage-2/ or by calling 239-334-7419. Advanced reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Admission to the site is not included.

Immokalee Bluegrass Festival 3/14/2020 11:00 AM - 3/14/2020 11:55 PM

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:48:13 GMT

Gator Country 101.9 FM presents the first annual Immokalee Bluegrass Festival at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Saturday, March 14 starting at 11 a.m. The free festival will feature six outdoor concerts with two concerts in the Zig Zag Lounge after the festival concludes, as well as a large vendor section and a variety of arts and food trucks. Admission is free, and attendees should bring their own chairs for concert viewing. For more information, visit www.Immokaleebluegrass.com. The lineup for the Immokalee Bluegrass Festival includes: • Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: With a refreshed lineup and newfound energy, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band remains one of the most accomplished bands in American roots music. The band played their first gig in 1966 in Southern California and by 1969 had become a cornerstone of the burgeoning country-rock community. Their career breakthrough came with the 1970 release of the record “Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy” and the single “Mr. Bojangles,” a folksy Top 10 pop hit that remains a staple of their live show. The three-disc album “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” brought Nitty Gritty Dirt Band together with a number of country, folk, and bluegrass legends. Heroes like Roy Acuff, Mother Maybelle Carter, Jimmy Martin, Merle Travis, and Doc Watson joined the scruffy, young band to record country music standards such as “I Saw the Light” and “Keep on the Sunnyside.” The acclaimed project is considered a landmark recording in American music. The band’s hits also include “An American Dream,” “Long Hard Road (The Sharecropper’s Dream),” “Modern Day Romance,” and “Fishin’ in the Dark.” • Yonder Mountain String Band: Yonder Mountain String Band's first new album in two years, “Love. Ain’t Love” is undeniably the Colorado-based progressive bluegrass outfit's most surprising, creative, and energetic studio excursion to date. Songs like "Chasing My Tail" and "Alison" are rooted in tradition but are current and animated by electrifying performance, vivid production, and the modernist power that has made Yonder one of the most popular live bands of their generation. Melding sophisticated song craft, irrepressible spirit, and remarkable instrumental ability, “Love. Ain’t Love” is a testament to the band's organic, dynamic, and intensely personal brand of contemporary bluegrass-fueled Americana. • Del McCoury and David Grisman: Del + Dawg: Del McCoury and David Grisman met at the first show Del ever played (on banjo) with Bill Monroe in the spring of 1963 at New York University in Greenwich Village. Through the years they have shared the stage at venues and festivals across the country and in 2012 released “Hardcore Bluegrass,” a unique collection of bluegrass classics, made at two Dawg studio jam sessions in the 1990. Del + Dawg celebrates the nearly 50-year bluegrass friendship that these two legendary musicians have shared. • Balsam Range: The 2018 International Bluegrass Music Association’s Entertainer of the Year, Balsam Range has become one of the genre’s most award-winning acts. The group has garnered 13 IBMA awards on the heels of eight critically-acclaimed albums. Balsam Range has headlined major festivals and sold out venues across the nation and made multiple appearances at the Grand Ole Opry. The band collaborated with the Atlanta Pops Orchestra Ensemble to record 2 albums; “Mountain Overture,” debuted on the Billboar” Mountain Voodoo,” debuted at #4 on the Billboard Bluegrass Albums Chart and remained on that chart for 45 weeks. Three singles from that album reached #1 on the Bluegrass Today Chart, including “Blue Collar Dreams.” The band most recently claimed the #1 radio chart spot with the single “The Girl Who Invented The Wheel.” • The Barefoot Movement: Heralded by CMT Edge as "one of the most promising bands on the bluegrass scene," the music of the Nashville based group The Barefoot Movement is as down to earth as their intention for members of their audience: sit back, relax, take your shoes off, and stay a while. With two full-length albums, an EP of traditional music, several cross-country tours, and appearances at some of the top bluegrass festivals in the United States, the group received a Momentum Award in 2014, naming them “Band of the Year” by the International Bluegrass Music Association. They have been selected as showcase artists at both the International Bluegrass Music Association and the Americana Festival conferences and were first runners up at the 2013 Telluride Bluegrass Festival’s New Band Competition. • The South Carolina Broadcasters: David and Ivy Sheppard and Sarah Osborne come by the name The South Carolina Broadcasters honestly. David and Ivy, both North Carolina natives, were living in Charleston when they started the project about five years ago. They met Osborne, who grew up between Saxapahaw and Graham, at a show in Kernersville in 2012, and she quickly joined. Soon after, the Sheppards decided to move back to their home state and bought a house in Mount Airy. The group alternates between mountain gospel barnstormers and tradition-tinged ballads of their own construction.

Full Moon Meditation Class 3/14/2020 1:30 PM - 3/14/2020 2:30 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:34 GMT

Relax, breathe, release, and enjoy this personal journey through sound vibration with singing bowls and drums. Modern medicine can now measure and confirm the practice of sound as a means to promote healing, reduce stress and help people experience a deep sense of peace. The class is taught by Dolores J. Gozzi, a Licensed Massage/Alternative Therapist (MA37360). Bring something to lie on like a yoga mat or towel, water and a small pillow. Class will take place in the South Florida Water Management Lecture Hall. Tickets can be purchased on our website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/alchemy-of-the-senses-a-self-guided-sensory-meditation/ or the ticket counter. Admission to the site is not included. The cost of this class session is $20 for Edison Ford members and $25 for non-members.

ARworkshop - ST. PATTY'S POT OF GOLD WORKSHOP. WIN $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE 3/14/2020 6:30 PM - 3/14/2020 9:30 AM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:52 GMT

Join us tonight and receive a gold coin! The coin enters you into tonight's registration to win a $50 ARworkshop Gift Certificate. Drawing will be held at the end of the class. In this DIY class, make one of our many Wood Projects, featuring our Framed Signs! Choose from a Framed Sign, Plank Sign, Plank or Framed Clock, Centerpiece Box, Bottle Opener Box, Lazy Susan, Wood Photo Frame, Pedestal Tray and more! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. Enjoy Complimentary wine during the workshop! Get rewarded with our DIY RewARds program! Register for five workshops, then cash in your DIY RewARds towards a future workshop!

Science Saturday 3/14/2020 11:00 AM - 3/14/2020 1:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:02:45 GMT

From making slime to constructing the solar system, kids learn about science and engineering.

Baby Leprechaun Races 3/15/2020 11:00 AM - 3/15/2020

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:03:46 GMT

With skill, technique and a little Irish luck, cheer on your baby as they crawl across the finish line and compete for awesome prizes.

Spring Break Martial Arts & Fitness Camp 3/16/2020 8:00 AM - 3/20/2020 1:00 PM

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:11:09 GMT

Spring Break Martial Arts Camp Includes 5 (8am-1pm) half days of martial arts, fitness, fun games and more! Ages 5-15

School Break Camp: Code Camp 3/16/2020 9:00 AM - 3/20/2020 4:00 PM

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 12:57:58 GMT

When school is out, the "Wild Wizard" is in! Explore the Edison and Ford Winter Estates and topics in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), history, and the natural world. In this session, learn new platforms and skills each day while learning essential 21st century skills. This session is $220 for Edison Ford members and $250 for non-members. Advanced registration is required. Register online on our website or contact Leeanne Criswell at 239-334-7419.

Emerging Inventors: Water Wizardry 3/17/2020 10:00 AM - 3/17/2020 11:00 AM

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:11:00 GMT

Children and parents will learn, play, and gain valuable social skills while exploring the homes, gardens, and museum. The theme for this session is Water Wizardry. Learn about all the amazing qualities of water and its important uses. Advance registration is required through our website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/emerging-inventors/ or by calling 239-334-7419. The cost of this program is $10 for Edison Ford members and $15 for non-members. The price includes 1 adult and 1 child, each additional child is $5.

ARWORKSHOP MOMMY & ME - 15% off all projects! 3/17/2020 1:00 PM - 3/17/2020 4:00 PM

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:51:56 GMT

SEATING LIMITED TO 10 GUESTS Bring the family and join us at AR Workshop for a Family-Friendly DIY class to make a Plank Wood Sign, Round Lazy Susan, Plank Trophy Shelf, Youth Wood Sign, 12x16 Game Board, Pedestal Tray, Wood Photo Frame AND MORE! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors.

Surfside Sunshine Market 3/17/2020 1:00 PM - 3/17/2020 6:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:24:26 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 8:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

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Moms Appreciation Day 3/18/2020 10:00 AM - 3/18/2020 12:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:02:34 GMT

Enjoy a little Mom time courtesy of le macaron french pastries while your children attend Kids Crafts.

Museum Musings: Recognizing Madeleine Edison 3/18/2020 11:30 AM - 3/18/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:27:28 GMT

Site Program Manager, Holly Shaffer, will highlight the life of the Edison daughter they called "Toots." This program is free for Edison Ford members and included with admission for non-members.

Gardening Class: Fun with Container Gardening 3/18/2020 1:30 PM - 3/18/2020 3:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:26:54 GMT

From terrariums to terracotta, container gardening brings the joy of live plants to otherwise limited places. The container can also be a highlight in an existing garden. We will recommend plants for a miniature container, show how to create unusual plantings and help our gardeners understand compatible plant pairings and create a terrarium. Participants may bring an unusual container for discussion. Participants will receive a 20% off discount coupon toward plant purchases. Advance registration is required. Classes are held in a climate-controlled, accessible classroom setting. Register online at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/garden-class-fun-with-container-gardening-decorating-and-designing-with-plants-and-containers/. This session is $35 for Edison Ford and $50 for non-members.

POSTPONED RIBBON CUTTING - The Joint Chiropractic 3/19/2020 10:00 AM - 3/19/2020 10:30 AM

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 19:58:21 GMT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE!

POSTPONED Business After Hours Hosted by Gator Mike's Family Fun Park 3/19/2020 5:30 PM - 3/19/2020 7:30 PM

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 17:53:40 GMT

THE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS THIS MONTH HAS BEEN POSTPONED. WE WILL SCHEDULE FOR A LATER DATE!

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 60+ 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

plant Genomics 2020 3/19/2020 9:00 AM - 3/20/2020 6:00 PM

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 10:41:17 GMT

We cordially invite all the participants interested in sharing their knowledge and research work to attend the upcoming Global Summit on Plant Genomics & Plant Biotechnology (PGPB) 2020 held during March 19-20, 2020 in London, Uk. • Plant Breeding • Plant Physiology • Plant Pathology • Plant Tissue Culture • Molecular Farming • Crop Improvement • Plant Genomics • Plant Biotechnology • Transgenic Breeding • Plant Health and Nutrition • Plant Entomology • Phytopathology and Plant Protection • Bioinformatics • Integrated Pest Management • Plant development • plant Recombinant DNA • Genetically modified plants • Plant Transcriptome • Plant Clinical Genomics • plant phenotyping & Molecular Plant Sciences

plant Genomics 2020 3/19/2020 9:00 AM - 3/20/2020 6:00 PM

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 10:41:34 GMT

ARWORKSHOP MOMMY & ME - 15% off all projects! 3/19/2020 11:00 AM - 3/19/2020 2:00 PM

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:52:05 GMT

The Orchestra, Starring Former Members of Electric Light Orchestra 3/19/2020 8:00 PM - 3/19/2020 9:30 PM

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 10:14:21 GMT

Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment presents an evening with The Orchestra, starring former members of Electric Light Orchestra, live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Thursday, March 19 at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Advance tickets for this performance are on sale now with prices at $89 and are available at the casino, on moreinparadise.com or by calling 800-514-ETIX. You must be 21 years of age and older to attend. The Orchestra has a pedigree that stretches back over many years, with roots reaching to the 1970s and 1980s with Electric Light Orchestra, the 1990s with ELO Part II and from 2001 to the present as The Orchestra, heralding a continuing era of unparalleled symphonic rock Following Bev Bevan's retirement at the end of 1999 and their triumphant sell-out concerts at London's Royal Albert Hall and Manchester's Bridgewater Hall, Mik Kaminski, Louis Clark, Kelly Groucutt, Eric Troyer, Parthenon Huxley and Gordon Townsend regrouped as The Orchestra. The new name acknowledged each member's illustrious former membership of the Electric Light Orchestra and/or ELO Part II but also forges ahead a future utilizing the spectacular symphonic rock sound for which they are unequalled. The Orchestra’s current lineup includes Kaminski, Clark, Troyer, Huxley, and Townsend, as well as Glen Burtnik. ELO hits from yesteryear are the cornerstone of The Orchestra’s repertoire, including “Strange Magic,” “Do Ya,” “Don’t Bring Me Down,” “Evil Woman,” “Livin’ Thing,” “Turn to Stone,” “Sweet Talkin’ Woman,” “Telephone Line,” “Ma-Ma-Ma Belle,” “Mr. Blue Sky” and “Roll Over Beethoven.”

POSTPONED RIBBON CUTTING - Sutherlin Nissan of Cape Coral 3/20/2020 2:00 PM - 3/20/2020 2:30 PM

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 20:23:38 GMT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE

Benefit from having your business exposed to the community with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Your picture will appear in the Chamber Trends Magazine, The Breeze Newspaper and The Fort Myers News-Press.

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.

Baseball Presentation: Fort Myers All Stars 3/20/2020 12:30 PM - 3/20/2020 1:00 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:28 GMT

Join Program Manager, Holly Shaffer, for a special baseball presentation on the Fort Myers All Stars. learn about the baseball legends that played in Fort Myers during Spring Training. This program is included with the $25 self-guided admission.

Friday Night Concert Series 3/20/2020 6:00 PM - 3/20/2020 9:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:03:36 GMT

The Bill Colletti Band - the best of jazz, Latin, pop, disco, funk and Motown

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 3/21/2020 8:00 AM - 3/21/2020 1:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:17:38 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

Antique Car Show 3/21/2020 10:00 AM - 3/21/2020 2:00 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:56 GMT

The largest of all Edison Ford car shows, this one will feature more than 100 antique cars from local car clubs and classic car owners. The cars will exhibit on Henry Ford's lawn, along the Caloosahatchee River. This family-friendly event offers something for everyone. Car owners will be on hand to answer questions about their cars, a DJ will provide entertainment and food will be available for purchase. The deadline for car owners to register is March 13. The fee is $20 for one car and $10 for each additional car. This includes admission into Edison Ford for the registered participant and one passenger. Cars must be a 1980 Ford model or older. This show is free for Edison Ford members and $25 for non-members. Please register your car online at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/annual-antique-car-show/. For any questions, please email Leeanne Criswell at lcriswell@edisonford.org.

Women's History Year: Hindsight is 2020, a Lecture by Ellie Carlson of Ellie Presents 3/21/2020 11:00 AM - 3/21/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:26:37 GMT

Women's History Month is a month-long celebration of women's contributions to society and history observed during the month of March. This year-long series of portrayals, programs and events focuses on the past 100 years of Women's influence. Join Ellie and her colleagues as we celebrate and reflect on the path to women's suffrage and the road that lies ahead. This talk by Ellie will focus on the influence of trade and teachers' unions, women in higher education, fundraising through cookbooks and bazaars, marches, songs, letter writing campaigns and how women's influence over the voting men in their lives brought about the reform. This talk is included with the $25 self guided admission to the site.

Para La Cultura Festival 3/21/2020 12:00 PM - 3/31/2020 11:55 PM

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:48:23 GMT

WTLQ 97.7 Latino FM presents the first annual Para La Cultura festival at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Saturday, March 21 starting at noon. Para La Cultura will feature seven full concerts, including headline performer Olga Tañón. The festival will also include a large variety of food trucks and vendors. Festival information will continue to be posted at www.culturamusicfest.com. General admission tickets are available for $39 at www.conciertogrande.com or at Seminole Casino Hotel. VIP tickets are available from $89 and include preferred seating and a bar serving free wine and beer (must be 21 years of age for VIP entry). A limited number of VIP tables are available for booking in front of the stage, and include six tickets, with free wine and beer bar service, and rum bottle setup. The lineup for Para La Cultura includes: • Olga Tañón: A best-selling, award-winning Puerto Rican tropical and Latin pop singer, songwriter, and set designer, Tañón has, since 1992, sold millions of recordings across the globe. Throughout her career, "La Mujer de Fuego" (the woman of fire) has been awarded seven gold and five platinum albums. She was the first female Puerto Rican artist to be certified gold in the United States, selling more than 500,000 units of the 1996 album “Nuevos Senderos.” She is the winner of numerous Grammy and Latin Grammy awards, and has placed nearly 40 singles on the Hot Latin Songs chart. She is the artist with the highest number of Premio Lo Nuestro awards (more than 30). She has been honored by the Salon of the Fame of the Latin Songwriters with the "La Voz de La Musa" Award and the prestigious Hispanic Award for the Arts. Tañón has also used her voice and music for social justice: she is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, has promoted immigration reform, and has been influential through her participation in the Concert of Peace Without Borders in Cuba in 2009 with an attendance of 1.6 million people – the third concert with the largest audience in the world. She returned in 2015 to give two historic concerts – Promesa Fulfilled – with over a million attendees. • Luis Enrique: Luis Enrique has won three Latin Grammys, one Grammy, three “Lo Nuestro” awards, four Latin Billboards, two Ronda awards, as well as the recognition of the Huaco awards, TVyNovelas, Aplausos, ACE y ASCAP. After becoming the most revolutionary figure in the salsa scene in the 1980s, LUIS ENRIQUE went through a period of nine years without recording, although he never left the stage. The theme “Yo no se mañana” captained the musical project that returned Enrique to a place of notoriety among the public, colleagues and industry in general and resulted in a masterpiece that consists of 11 themes and new sounds interspersed with classical salsa. In 2013, the singer was invited to be part of the Broadway play “Forever Tango” in New York City where he performed alongside 16 world-class tango dancers and the 11-piece orchestra of “Forever Tango.” His most recent production, “Jukebox – First Edition,” brought an innovative concept in his career in which for the first time he interpreted musical successes as pure salsa. • Rey Ruiz: Born in Havana, Cuba, Rey Ruiz has been a prominent figure in the romantic salsa scene since the early 1990s, earning the title of "El Elvis de la Salsa" for some and "El Bombón de la Salsa" for others. His record career began with an album that bore his nickname “Rey Ruiz” in 1992, in the 1950s mambo style and went platinum. He also won the Billboard and "Lo Nuestro" awards with several successful songs. He then participated in the “Los Soneros de Hoy” project, which was in honor of the salsa pioneers of the 1960s and 1970s. The project album included Ruiz singing “Compone un Son.” Ruiz's second album, “Mi Media Mitad” reached the Billboard Latin List, and one of his songs, "If You Are Asked," went to the top of the list of the Dial Chain in Europe and went platinum in Puerto Rico and the United States and gold in Colombia. His third album, “En Body and Soul,” included the popular songs "We Are Alone" and “Come Back with Me.” His album “Destino” marked his debut as a songwriter. His hit songs through the years include "My Angel," "You Don't Know," “I loved her and loved her,” the duet with Brazilian singer José Augusto “Siempre Mía,” "Move It," "Friends of Truth," and "Since You Are Not." • Melina León: Melina León began her professional career as a teenager in musical groups such as Las Cherís and Rubí, Las Chicas de Puerto Rico, Merengue Orchestra and Paparazzi. In 1997 she became a soloist with her first production "Mujeres Liberadas," which represented the beginning of an ascending and successful artistic career. In 1998, she released her second album, "Con los pies sobre la tierra," which won numerous awards. In 2010 she recorded her third production "No Seas Cobarde" and was nominated and won “Premios Lo Nuestro” as tropical artist of the year. Melina’s most recent single "Dicen que yo soy mala" is the sequel to her iconic theme "Mujeres Liberadas." • Charlie Cruz: With only his second album as a soloist, “Imaginate,” Charlie Cruz hit the international scene. With the WEA Latina label, the production was helped by Sergio George who directed and arranged. In that album, Cruz was co- songwriter of “Y gritaré,” together with Guadalupe García and Sergio George. His latest release is “Asi Soy” featured the song “Hoy es el Dia.” His other notable hits include “Bombon de Azucar," "Amarte es un problema," and "Dejala que Baile.” • Oscarcito: Oscar Hernández, better known as Oscarcito, is considered one of the soloists of the new generation, after a solid career in the A.5 group and with the successful duo Franco and Oscarcito. The Caracas, Venezuela native has release singles that have achieved international fame, such a “Tumbaye,” “Tu Eres Perfecta” and “No Te Tengo A Ti” while also collaborating to produce songs for artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Will Smith and Marc Anthony, Victor Manuelle and Thalia. • Manu Manzo: In 2015, Manu Manzo produced her first EP, “Como Soy,” which effortlessly defined her unique style for combining meaningful lyrics with multiple genres including Latin, Jazz, Funk, Blues and Neo-Soul. Manzo would collaborate with fellow artists including Latin Grammy nominee Alex Ubago and Latin Grammy and Grammy award winners Tommy Torres and Luis Enrique. The EPlbum produced stand-out tracks "El sueño más urgente", "Como soy" and "XXX novio" and would earn her first Latin Grammy nomination for "Best New Artist." She followed up with the highly anticipated release “Intermedio” which included the Hip-Hop infused track “Vicio y adiccion“ and “Sienteme,” a neo-soul track produced by James Poysner of the hip hop band The Roots and DJ Jazzy Jeff. In November 2018, Manzo released the single and video for “Caminando,” a fresh new cut that combines urban and Latin sounds with a smooth flow of lyrics influenced by a modern Latin urban style. In 2019, Manzo released her next single "Sucia Boca." Lawn chairs can be brought into the General Admission Section of the concert only; chairs are not allowed in the VIP Section as seating is provided. No outside food or drinks can be brought in but will be available for purchase. No pets or animals are allowed. Patrons must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID to enter the VIP or Table Section. All other seating areas are open to all ages. Tickets are non-refundable and the show is rain or shine.

The Distaff Side of Vintage Base Ball: Then and Now 3/21/2020 2:00 PM - 3/21/2020 3:00 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:26:03 GMT

This presentation will offer stories and information that will help you understand a vintage base ball match. Ellie has been the manager, "Boss Lady," of The Chicago Salmon since 1996. In all those years, she has baked thousands of pretzels, grilled tons of chicken, sewn hundreds of uniforms and costumes for umpires and followers, and mended more than several pairs of trousers ( sometimes with the player still in them). Boss Lady has also organized festivals, helped form new teams, and kicked at least one player off the team for having a bad attitude. Join us for colorful stories, information, and answers to how vintage base ball was played. This program is included with admission.

Family Yoga with Kathryn 3/21/2020 10:00 AM - 3/21/2020 10:45 AM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:02:31 GMT

BYOM (bring your own mat) to this FREE 45-minute beginners’ yoga class for families

Vintage Base Ball Game at Terry Park 3/22/2020 9:30 AM - 3/22/2020 2:00 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:25:24 GMT

Edison Ford presents a living history exhibition of Vintage Base Ball in a small tournament format with four teams playing four consecutive games by 1860s rules. Players will wear vintage uniforms, no gloves, and use wood bats and lemon peel baseballs. Games will be played at historic Terry Park in Fort Myers- a site with more than 100 years of baseball history. Spectators can complete their Spring Training journey by experiencing the origins of an American pastime, featuring the Fort Myers Vagabonds, the Central Florida Awkwards, Akron Black Sox, and the Chicago Salmon with commentary from the Boss Lady. Purchase tickets online at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/vintage-base-ball-at-terry-park-hosted-by-edison-ford-2/ or the ticket counter. The cost is $5 for adults, and free for children 18 years and under. FGCU students with ID get in free.

SWFL Big Band 3/22/2020 3:00 PM - 3/22/2020 5:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:02:40 GMT

Enjoy listening to music from the Big Band era performed by Southwest Florida Big Band.

POSTPONED RIBBON CUTTING - AR Workshop Cape Coral 3/24/2020 4:30 PM - 3/24/2020 5:00 PM

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 13:05:37 GMT

THIS RIBBON CUTTING HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE

Executive Board of Directors Meeting 3/24/2020 7:30 AM - 3/24/2020 9:00 AM

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:35:57 GMT

The Executive Board of Directors acts for and on behalf of the Board of Directors on non-policy decisions and emergency matters when the Board is not in session. However, it is accountable to the Board of Directors for it actions. Members include the Chairman of the Board, Chairman-Elect, Treasurer, Past Chairman, Legal & Financial advisors and two appointees designated by the Chairman of the Board.

This monthly meeting is for the Executive Board of Directors ONLY . If you would like more information, please contact Donna Germain, President/CEO at (239) 549-6900 x107.

Algae Bloom & HAB Remediation Workshop 3/24/2020 8:00 AM - 3/25/2020 5:00 PM

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 11:25:44 GMT

Algae Bloom & HAB Remediation Workshop Series March 24-25, 2020 Attendance fee $250 (includes breakfast and lunch both days)

Surfside Sunshine Market 3/24/2020 1:00 PM - 3/24/2020 6:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:24:40 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 8:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

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Museum Musings: Mina's Moonlight Garden 3/25/2020 11:30 AM - 3/25/2020 12:00 PM

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:26:58 GMT

Horticulture Director, Debbie Hughes will take guests on a tour of the magnificent Moonlight Garden, designed by America's first female landscape architect, Ellen Biddle Shipman.This program is free for Edison Ford members and included with admission for non-members.

Education Committee Meeting: CANCELLED 3/26/2020 8:30 AM - 3/26/2020

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:38:44 GMT

The goal of the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral Education Committee is to assist our local students, teachers and schools as they prepare for the future. This is done in a number of ways that include but are not limited to; raising funds, providing needed supplies, recognizing achievements and connecting local businesses with local schools. The goal is to help provide a well-rounded, prepared work force for our local businesses in the near future.

For more information about the Education Committee, please contact our staff liaison, Michelle Russ at (239) 549-6900 x111 (or) michelle@capecoralchamber.com

POSTPONED RIBBON CUTTING - The Vine Cape Coral 3/26/2020 5:30 PM - 3/26/2020 6:00 PM

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:51:28 GMT

THIS RIBBON CUTTING HAS BEEN POSTPONED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE

Parents Night Out 3/27/2020 6:00 PM - 3/27/2020 10:00 PM

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:52:08 GMT

Take the well deserved night out you've been waiting for knowing your kids are having fun in a safe, secure and friendly environment. Cost: $25 per child, $40 for 2 family members, $50 for 3 or more family members. Schedule: 6:00- 10:00 pm (includes Pizza Dinner, Snacks & Drinks, Martial Arts & Fitness Games, Movie & Popcorn Advance registration is required, please contact me (Joe) at capecoralaikido@gmail.com or 239-677-4331 to reserve your child's space. We're limiting this event to 20 participants.

Friday Night Concert Series 3/27/2020 6:00 PM - 3/27/2020 9:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:03:41 GMT

Thunder Beach Band – Classic rock and timeless tunes

Crystal Gayle 3/27/2020 8:00 PM - 3/27/2020 9:30 PM

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 10:13:55 GMT

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents Crystal Gayle live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Friday, March 27 at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are on sale now for $89 and are available at the casino, on moreinparadise.com or by calling 800-514-ETIX. Attendees must be 21 years of age. Of Crystal Gayle’s 35 top-10 country hits to date, 13 have become sizable pop and/or adult-contemporary hits as well, so while she is one of the 10 biggest hit-making country female artists of all time, she is also familiar to millions of non-country listeners. “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue,” “Ready For the Times to Get Better,” “Half the Way,” her Eddie Rabbitt duet “You and I” and the rest of her hit repertoire have brought Gayle a trophy case full of honors. They include a Grammy, two CMA awards, four American Music Awards and five ACM accolades. For her first album in 15 years, “You Don’t Know Me,” Gayle has created an entire collection of classic country sounds. The new album includes such iconic songs as “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “You Win Again,” “Please Help Me I’m Falling,” “Crying Time” and “That’s the Way Love Goes.” Gayle shines a new spotlight on the compositions of Willie Nelson, Cindy Walker, Gordon Lightfoot, Harlan Howard, Dallas Frazier and their peers. “You Don’t Know Me” also contains the first recorded trio vocal performance by Gayle with her singing sisters Loretta Lynn and Peggy Sue on their version of Dolly Parton’s “Put It Off Until Tomorrow.”

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 3/28/2020 8:00 AM - 3/28/2020 1:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:17:59 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 and Car Museum VIP Tour 3/28/2020 8:30 AM - 3/28/2020 5:30 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 14:26:32 GMT

While the mornings are still a bit cooler, we will start the day at Naples Botanical Garden. The President and CEO will greet us and say a few words, then we will have a special docent-led tour designed just for our group. Lunch will be provided at Naples Botanical Garden. Our next location will be a treat for Naples history and car enthusiasts. Revs presents the Miles Collier Collection and has some of the rarest and most important automobiles on display anywhere. Our group will have a two hour private docent-led tour through the entire gallery. You will visit the four galleries: Automobility, Vitesse, Porsche and Revs. Cancellations must be made more than 14 days before the tour date to recieve a refund, unless your vacancy can be filled. For questions or to make reservations for this or any tour, please contact Sherri Muske at 239-335-3677 or smuske@edisonford.org. This tour is $140 for Edison Ford members and $155 for non-members.

Silk Scarf Painting with Marie Dyer 3/28/2020 9:30 AM - 3/28/2020 2:30 PM

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:51:43 GMT

In this session, a variety of techniques will be taught to inspire painters of all levels to create their own one-of-a-kind scarf. The scarves can be worn or displayed as art! All skill levels are welcome. Tickets can be purchased online on our website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/silk-scarf-painting-with-marie-dyer/ or by calling 239-334-7419. Advanced reservations are encouraged as class size is limited. The cost of this program is $95 per class for Edison Ford members and $105 for non-members. Class will take place in the Edison Ford River Pavilion. Does not include admission to the site.

Kids Day 3/28/2020 10:00 AM - 3/28/2020 12:00 PM

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:03:44 GMT

Toddlers to 12-year-olds participate in fun activities and receive free pizza, ice cream and face painting.

Code Creators: Hello World 3/28/2020 1:00 PM - 3/28/2020 3:00 PM

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 12:57:17 GMT

In this brand new six-part Saturday afternoon series, students are introduced to the Raspberry Pi, a tiny but powerful computer that will fuel their creative DIY projects spanning electronics, computer science, robotics, and coding with Python, HTML, and JavaScript. In this session, students will explore the hardware and software of the small computer and electronics. This session is $15 for Edison Ford members and $25 for non-members. Advanced registration is required. Register online on our website or contact Leeanne Criswell at 239-334-7419.

Samaritan Health & Wellness Center First Annual Fundraiser 3/28/2020 6:30 PM - 3/28/2020 9:00 PM

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:49:40 GMT

Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com keyword: Samaritan Health & Wellness Individual Tickets are $75 For more information regarding partnership levels, underwriting or in-kind donations, please visit our Facebook page or email for questions. This event will showcase the mission of Samaritan and all that God is doing for the bodies, minds and spirits of the working uninsured and under insured patients who call this their medical home.

Board of Directors Meeting 3/31/2020 7:30 AM - 3/31/2020 9:00 AM

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:41:20 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 on a monthly basis. 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.

Surfside Sunshine Market 3/31/2020 1:00 PM - 3/31/2020 6:00 PM

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:24:54 GMT

The Surfside Sunset Market offers a Year-Round shopping experience to Cape Coral from 1:00pm-6:00pm from October - May and 8:00am-1:00pm from June - September.

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The Guess Who 3/31/2020 8:00 PM - 3/31/2020 9:30 PM

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 10:14:14 GMT

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents The Guess Who live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Tuesday, March 31 at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are on sale now for $79 and are available at the casino, on moreinparadise.com or by calling 800-514-ETIX. Attendees must be 21 years of age. With 14 Top 40 hit singles, two of which went to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and a long running record of proven successful live shows, The Guess Who are Canada's first international rock superstars. The band’s string of hits began with the recording of the album “Wheatfield Soul” and the release of the single “These Eyes,” which reached number 1 in Canada and number 7 in the United States in the spring of 1969. That year, the group’s second album, “Canned Wheat Packed By The Guess Who,” also charted, as did “Laughing,” the B-side of “These Eyes,” itself a Top 10 hit, and “Undun,” which reached number 22 in the United States. The group’s busy year was wrapped up with a number 5 single, “No Time.”. In March 1970, the hard rocking “American Woman” became The Guess Who’s U.S. number 1. The B-side “No Sugar Tonight” also received considerable radio airplay. “American Woman” became the group’s Top 10 album in the United States during this time. Another U.S. Top 10 single, “Share The Land,” finished up 1970 for the group. They continued to release charting singles and albums in the early 1970s, including “Albert Flasher” and “Rain Dance” in 1971, and their Greatest Hits reached number 12 in 1972.