﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral Events Newswire</title><link>http://www.capecoralchamber.com</link><description>News related to Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral</description><copyright>(c) 2026, Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>Florida Child in Need of Extremely Rare Blood- OneBlood Leading Worldwide Search to Locate Donors 12/3/2018 8:00 AM - 12/3/2119 </title><description>(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.

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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.
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=4384</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:19:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square OPEN 5/2/2020 8:00 AM - 5/2/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Market will offer produce, foods, soap and pet foods only at this time.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;If you are sick, please stay home. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fresh, local &amp;amp; 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 &amp;amp; pastries, homemade pickles, jams &amp;amp; jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants &amp;amp; trees are just some of the fantastic products available.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers&amp;#39; Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5151</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:22:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Code Creators: Creative Computing  5/2/2020 1:00 PM - 5/2/2020 3:00 PM</title><description>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, electronics and computer science are unified as students build a pi-bot. 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. </description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=4773</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2019 12:57:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Surfside Sunshine Market NOW OPEN 5/5/2020 1:00 PM - 5/5/2020 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

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

&lt;p&gt;Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#6600ff"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5165</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:26:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtual Business Card Exchange Hosted by Coral Ridge Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremations 5/5/2020 1:00 PM - 5/5/2020 2:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Join your fellow Chamber members from 1:00pm - 2:00pm at this&amp;nbsp;Virtual Business Card Exchange Networking Event from the comfort of your desk. Enjoy the opportunity to network with 50+ members. We will have virtual networking and the&amp;nbsp;opportunities to expose your business.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Join us for this mid day networking event and be ready to network!&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;span style="color: #0066cc;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED! This&amp;nbsp;is a FREE&amp;nbsp;networking event for Chamber Members and a $25 fee for Non Chamber Members.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you are interested in hosting a Business Card Exchange or have questions about this Virtual Business Card Exchange networking&amp;nbsp;event, contact Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 or &lt;a href="mailto:lisa@capecoralchamber.com?subject=WEBSITE%20INQUIRY%3A%20Networking%20at%20Noon"&gt;lisa@capecoralchamber.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5396</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:57:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ARworkshop Chunky Knit Blanket workshop 5/6/2020 1:00 PM - 5/6/2020 4:00 PM</title><description>It’s the perfect time to register for our Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop®! In this workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through the hand knitting process to create a super cozy, one-of-a-kind blanket. Make one for you or one as a gift! The blanket requires no needles or knitting experience! The registration fee is $85.00 and includes all materials and instruction. You will receive enough chunky chenille yarn to make an (approximately) 40" x 50" blanket. The finished size may vary depending on your individual hand-knitting process. This is an advanced project and intended for guests aged 15 and up.</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5403</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:33:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ARworkshop Ladies night! $10.00 off  5/7/2020 6:30 PM - 5/7/2020 9:30 PM</title><description>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 or Pedestal Tray!  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!</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5405</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:33:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Council For Progress Monthly Meeting 5/8/2020 7:00 AM - 5/8/2020 </title><description>&lt;p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin:0in 0in 0pt;-ms-text-autospace:ideograph-numeric;mso-layout-grid-align:auto;punctuation-wrap:hanging;mso-vertical-align-alt:auto;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;"&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;"&gt;Council for Progress meets the second&amp;nbsp;Friday of each month. Networking begins at 7:00am with the meeting start time of 7:30am.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;"&gt;For more information about this committee or if you are interested in joining, please contact Joe Mazurkiewicz at (239)&amp;nbsp;470-5778 or by emailing &lt;a href="mailto:joe@bjmconsult.com"&gt;joe@bjmconsult.com&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5207</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:25:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ARworkshop Finally FRI-DIY Wood and Wine 5/8/2020 6:30 PM - 5/8/2020 9:30 PM</title><description>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. </description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5406</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:33:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square OPEN 5/9/2020 8:00 AM - 5/9/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Market will offer produce, foods, soap and pet foods only at this time.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;If you are sick, please stay home. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fresh, local &amp;amp; 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 &amp;amp; pastries, homemade pickles, jams &amp;amp; jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants &amp;amp; trees are just some of the fantastic products available.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers&amp;#39; Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5152</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:22:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ARworkshop Super SATUR-DIY Pick any project! 5/9/2020 6:30 PM - 5/9/2020 9:30 PM</title><description>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. </description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5407</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:34:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ARworkshop SUNDAY FUNDIY! Wood and Canvas Workshop 5/10/2020 1:00 PM - 5/10/2020 4:00 PM</title><description>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. </description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5404</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 08:33:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Membership Development Committee Meeting 5/12/2020 7:45 AM - 5/12/2020 9:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;span style="font-size:10px"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:12px"&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
For more information about the Membership Development Committee, please contact our Chamber Membership Department, Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 (or) &lt;a href="mailto:lisa@capecoralchamber.com?subject=WEBSITE%20INQUIRY%3A%20Membership%20Development%20Committee"&gt;lisa@capecoralchamber.com&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5195</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2019 10:20:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Surfside Sunshine Market 5/12/2020 1:00 PM - 5/12/2020 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

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

&lt;p&gt;Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#6600ff"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5397</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:16:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/16/2020 8:00 AM - 5/16/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Cape Coral Farmers&amp;#39; Market will remain in downtown Cape Coral, SE 47th Terr. &amp;amp; SE 10th Pl.,&amp;nbsp; this summer season, and into the fall season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Market will offer produce, foods, soap and pet foods only at this time.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;If you are sick, please stay home. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fresh, local &amp;amp; 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 &amp;amp; pastries, homemade pickles, jams &amp;amp; jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants &amp;amp; trees are just some of the fantastic products available.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers&amp;#39; Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5409</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 23:07:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Executive Board of Directors Meeting 5/19/2020 7:30 AM - 5/19/2020 9:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; Financial advisors and two appointees designated by the Chairman of the Board.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5219</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:36:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Surfside Sunshine Market 5/19/2020 1:00 PM - 5/19/2020 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

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

&lt;p&gt;Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#6600ff"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5398</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:17:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>239 Real Talk - Bouncing Back: New "Normal" 5/19/2020 2:30 PM - 5/19/2020 4:00 PM</title><description>239 Real Talk about Mental Health
Sponsored by 
Cape Coral Therapists
May 19, 2020
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Via Zoom
Join the Party it's Free!

No registration required

Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81051768935

Disclosure: "This meeting is being recorded. If participating by video and wish to remain anonymous, please turn off video camera."

For more information about counseling or the therapists, check out www.capecoraltherapists.com</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5416</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 11:43:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtual Business After Hours Sponsored by Gulf Coast Village 5/21/2020 5:30 PM - 5/21/2020 7:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LINKING AND LAUGHING&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Join your fellow Chamber members&amp;nbsp;at this Virtual&amp;nbsp;Business After Hours Networking Event. Enjoy the opportunity to network with 60+ members and join us for a fun evening of linking and laughing.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Join us for this&amp;nbsp;after work virtual networking event from 5:30pm - 7:00pm and be ready to link, laugh and win some great prizes! We would like to encourage everyone to purchase a&amp;nbsp;meal and/or drinks from a local establishment to enjoy during this event.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;span style="color:#3366cc;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED! This is a FREE networking event for Chamber Members and a $25 fee for Non Chamber Members.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you are interested in hosting a&amp;nbsp;Business After Hours&amp;nbsp;or have questions about this&amp;nbsp;Business After Hours, contact&amp;nbsp;Lisa Barrella&amp;nbsp;at (239) 549-6900 x103 or lisa@capecoralchamber.com&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5091</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:22:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/23/2020 8:00 AM - 5/23/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Cape Coral Farmers Market will remain in downtown Cape Coral, SE 47th Terr. &amp;amp; SE 10th Pl.,&amp;nbsp; this summer season, and into the fall season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Market will offer produce, foods, soap and pet foods only at this time.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;If you are sick, please stay home. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fresh, local &amp;amp; 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 &amp;amp; pastries, homemade pickles, jams &amp;amp; jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants &amp;amp; trees are just some of the fantastic products available.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers&amp;#39; Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5410</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 23:08:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Memorial Day Remembrance 5/25/2020 10:00 AM - 5/25/2020 </title><description>Coral Ridge Funeral Home &amp; Cemetery, a Dignity Memorial® provider in Cape Coral, will host their 39th  Annual Memorial Day service at 10 a.m., Monday, May 25th  in the Veterans Honor Garden located at 950 Chiquita Blvd S. The event is free and open to the public.

The service will bring community leaders and veterans organizations together to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Juan Cordero, 1SG U.S. Army Ret., will serve as the Chaplain for the service.  The Honorable Joe Coviello, Mayor of Cape Coral, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and read a Proclamation from the City.  Our Special Guests will include the Gold Star Parents &amp; Families; these are individuals who have lost a child or sibling while serving. U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran Roy St. Onge will perform patriotic songs.  A “Roll Call” of deceased veterans will be read by U.S. Air Force Veteran and Program Chair Chuck Warren. Guest Speakers; House Majority Leader Rep. Dane Eagle; and 

“The annual Memorial Day observance is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to the men and women who have served and who have sacrificed,” “We hope the families who join us for the service gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of honoring our military, whether it’s those currently serving or veterans who served in the past.” said Chuck Warren.

Additional activities will include the opportunity for family members to take a rubbing of their loved ones’ names on the Honor Wall; a Memorial Wreath presentation; a ceremonial fly-over by a DC-3 from the Lee County Mosquito Control District; and a Motorcycle Ride-In by the American Legion and Patriot Guard Riders.  The Harney Point VFW 8463, American Legion Post 90 and Post 136, Vietnam Veterans of America Firebase Chapter 594, Combat Infantrymen's Association, the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Knights of Columbus Assembly 2115, Cape Coral Fire Department, Cape Coral Police Department and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office will also participate. Chuck Warren, Chairman of the Dignity Memorial Homeless Veterans Burial Program in Cape Coral, will speak on the need to honor and provide services for our homeless veterans.  “As a local business employing Veterans, and family members of Veterans, we feel a much greater responsibility to honor the True Heroes who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our amazing country, and to assist their families through difficult times. To us Every Day is Memorial Day.  Let us honor these true heroes.” said Chuck Warren.

The Dignity Memorial network of providers has several initiatives to honor and support our nation’s veterans and active military. The initiatives and programs include the Veterans Planning Guide, the Dignity Memorial Homeless Veterans Burial Program, educational veterans seminars and special pricing for members of veterans service organizations.

Coral Ridge Funeral Home &amp; Cemetery is a proud Dignity Memorial® provider in Cape Coral. The Dignity Memorial network of more than 2,000 funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers is North America’s most trusted resource for funeral and memorialization services. Dignity Memorial providers offer an unmatched combination of products and locations serving families with care, integrity, respect and service excellence to celebrate each life like no other. For more information, visit www.CoralRidgeFuneralHome.com or Call (239) 283-0540. 
– END –
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5439</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:33:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtual Board of Directors Meeting 5/26/2020 7:30 AM - 5/26/2020 9:00 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5231</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:41:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Surfside Sunshine Market 5/26/2020 1:00 PM - 5/26/2020 6:00 PM</title><description>&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

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

&lt;p&gt;Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#6600ff"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style="color:#b22222;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5399</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:17:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtual Networking at Noon Sponsored by LiteCloud 5/28/2020 12:00 Noon - 5/28/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Join your fellow Chamber members from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at this&amp;nbsp;Virtual Networking at Noon Event from the comfort of your desk. Enjoy the opportunity to network with 30+ members. We will have virtual networking and the&amp;nbsp;opportunities to expose your business.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Join us for this mid day networking event and be ready to network!&amp;nbsp;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;span style="color: #0066cc;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED! This&amp;nbsp;is a FREE&amp;nbsp;networking event for Chamber Members and a $25 fee for Non Chamber Members.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you are interested in hosting a Networking at Noon&amp;nbsp;or have questions about this Virtual Networking at Noon event, contact Lisa Barrella at (239) 549-6900 x103 or &lt;a href="mailto:lisa@capecoralchamber.com?subject=WEBSITE%20INQUIRY%3A%20Networking%20at%20Noon"&gt;lisa@capecoralchamber.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5133</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:08:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Botanical Gardens opening at Edison Ford Winter Estates!  5/29/2020 9:00 AM - 5/29/2021 5:30 PM</title><description>
Edison and Ford Winter Estates will be opening the riverside botanical gardens on Friday, May 29. Come see what’s blooming and walk through more than 20 acres of gardens in a park-like setting with large shade trees and a scenic river view. You will also be able to stroll outside under the porches of the historic homes and view into the interior lifestyle of Edison and Ford. 

The new app allows you to take the self-guided tour with narration and meander at your own pace. To ensure social distancing, guided tours are not being offered at this time. The riverside will be open Friday through Monday each week, through June. 

Discounted admission tickets are available for visitors and member’s guest:
Adults: $1
Teens (13-19): $10
Children (6-12): $5
Children 5 years old and younger will be admitted free 

The museum and laboratory will remain closed at this time. No coupons or other discount will be accepted. Members get in free. Purchase tickets in advanced online at Edisonford.org 

The outdoor Garden Shoppe and Museum Store are also open. The number of visitors entering the indoor retail areas will be monitored to ensure enough space for social distancing. Garden staff will be on site to answer gardening questions. Members receive a 10 percent discount on all garden and gift items (excludes tickets). 

Following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control, staff will be wearing protective masks, and surfaces will be cleaned and sanitized. 

We hope to see you soon! 
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5436</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:33:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/30/2020 8:00 AM - 5/30/2020 1:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Cape Coral Farmers Market will remain in downtown Cape Coral, SE 47th Terr. &amp;amp; SE 10th Pl.,&amp;nbsp; this summer season, and into the fall season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Market will offer produce, foods, soap and pet foods only at this time.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;No Samples. No exceptions.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.&lt;/li&gt;
	&lt;li&gt;If you are sick, please stay home. This applies to vendors and customers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fresh, local &amp;amp; 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 &amp;amp; pastries, homemade pickles, jams &amp;amp; jellies, Gulf fresh seafood, fresh meats, homemade pet treats, handcrafted soaps, essential oils, local honey, made-on-site guacamole, fresh, cut flowers, native plants &amp;amp; trees are just some of the fantastic products available.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;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 &amp;amp; veggies at the market. A healthy community is a great outcome.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The market can also be very entertaining with great musicians perform during the season.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We hope that you choose to make the Cape Coral Farmers Market your Saturday Morning Destination!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more information, call Claudia St Onge at (239) 549-6900 x101, cso@capecoralchamber.com (or) visit the Farmers&amp;#39; Market site at www.capecoralfarmersmarket.com&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://web.capecoralchamber.com/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5411</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 23:08:36 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>