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.

Botanical Gardens opening at Edison Ford Winter Estates! 5/29/2020 9:00 AM - 5/29/2021 5:30 PM

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:33:30 GMT

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!

Flower Fridays 3/5/2021 9:00 AM - 11/19/2021 5:30 PM

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:29:50 GMT

Flower Fridays Each Friday, the Edison and Ford Winter Estates Garden Shoppe receives a delivery of new plants. Those plants include butterfly host and nectar plants, herbs, orchids, fruit trees, exotic flowering shrubs, and some Florida natives. Stop by and see what’s new this week!

Goodwill MicroEnterprise class - virtual 3/29/2021 6:00 PM - 5/6/2021 8:15 PM

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:19:57 GMT

Goodwill's MicroEnterprise class helps individuals start or grow their business. Hear from subject mater experts and work with a business coach to develop a plan that works.

Private Guided Tours at Edison Ford 4/6/2021 9:00 AM - 12/31/2021 5:30 PM

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:42:51 GMT

Private Guided Tours Available by Reservation To accommodate families or small business groups, private guided tours are now available. These tours are for small groups of nine people or less and ensure that families will not be on a tour with other tourists. Two tour focus options are available, including the Historian-led Private Tour, or the Private Garden Tour with a Horticulturist. Masks are required on guided tours. Private tours should be reserved at least 48 hours in advance. During the private tours, visitors will see the historic winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, the caretaker’s houses, swimming pool complex, Edison’s study, the Moonlight Garden, and more than 20 acres of botanical gardens. The Garden Tour provides an in-depth exploration of the hundreds of plants and trees on the property. After the tour, visitors may take extra time to stroll the gardens, museum, botanic research laboratory at their own pace. To reserve your tour please call: 239.7419 Cost: Private Guided Tour is $345 and the Private Garden Tour is $360.

Membership Promotion with the Cade Museum 4/15/2021 9:00 AM - 5/31/2021 5:30 PM

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:42:54 GMT

The Edison and Ford Winter Estates and Cade Museum are teaming up for a unique member-only promotion! From April 15 through May 31, 2021, members of the Edison and Ford Winter Estates and the Cade Museum (located in Gainesville, Florida), can take advantage of a unique promotion. Hotels near each location are offering special discounts so that members can visit each museum for free through the reciprocal admission program. Currently, the Cade is running two exhibits of special interest to Edison Ford members: "Age of Electricity: Latimer, Edison" and "Tesla and Lewis Latimer: Lighting the Way." The mission of the Cade is to "transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries." Now is the perfect time to purchase or renew your membership! The family membership level and above qualifies for the reciprocal benefits. Members and new members can contact the membership department at 239-335-3674 for the discount code to get the hotel discount.

Call to Artists! 4/28/2021 9:00 AM - 11/7/2021

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:35:23 GMT

Call to Artists! Sustainable Conceptions Exhibit Exhibit dates: January 14 to May 29, 2022 Did you know, Henry Ford repurposed wooden crates used to transport material as floorboards for his automobiles? Or that Thomas Edison purified chemical solvents to be reused while working on his rubber project in his Fort Myers laboratory? While the Green Movement was not popular during their lifetimes; Edison and Ford both recognized the importance of recycling and reusing materials. Artists are invited to submit 2-D and 3-D works of art for this exhibit. Deadline for submission is November 7, 2021 For more information or to apply, contact Tayelor Kakes at tkakes@edisonford.org

ART in the Garden Exhibit 4/30/2021 9:00 AM - 5/30/2021 5:30 PM

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:42:40 GMT

ART in the Garden Exhibit April 30 – May 30 Students from local schools will participate in the 13th Annual Art in the Gardens! This year, each class from more than 20 schools will create art pieces using wooden fish (approximately 45”x18”). The student may pain or decorate the fish in a creative manner, using recyclable materials that can withstand the outdoors. The fish will be mounted on a fence near butterfly garden for all visitor to view. There is no charge to see this exhibit. Participating Schools: Caloosa Middle, Patriot Elementary, Hancock Creek Elementary, Veterans Park Academy Middle, River Falls Elementary, Harns Marsh Elementary, Edison Park, Veterans Park Academy for the Arts K-5, North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts, Trafalgar Middle, Tortuga Preserve Elementary, Bonita Springs High, Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Ares, Canterbury, Orangewood Elementary, Skyline Elementary, and the Lee Adolescent Mothers Program.

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/1/2021 8:00 AM - 5/1/2021 1:00 PM

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:33:03 GMT

Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020

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

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

Burrowing Owl Photo Contest 5/1/2021 7:00 PM - 5/22/2021

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:45:36 GMT

All amateur photographers are invited to take a photo of the cutest burrowing owl(s) you know and send it in! The winning photo will be featured on next year's official Burrowing Owl Festival t-shirt. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in Youth (7-17) and Adult (18+) divisions. Submissions will be accepted May 1st - May 22nd, 2021. Winners will be announced at the Burrowing Owl Census at Rotary Park Environmental Center on June 5th. Rules, prizes and entry details available at ccfriendsofwildlife.org.

Surfside Sunshine Market 5/4/2021 1:00 PM - 5/4/2021 6:00 PM

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:31:32 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; seafood, fresh bakery items, Micro-greens, handcrafted soaps & lotions, cheese, pickles & olive mixes, local honey, fresh-cut flowers, jams & jellies and so much more.

Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!

Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020

Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.
Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.
Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.
Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.
Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.
Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.
No Samples. No exceptions.
Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.
IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.

Business Card Exchange hosted by Modern Woodmen of America 5/4/2021 7:30 AM - 5/4/2021 8:30 AM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:18:54 GMT

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

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

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

TRANSPORTATION, FRUSTRATION & THE FUTURE 5/6/2021 6:00 PM - 5/6/2021 8:30 PM

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:05:42 GMT

TRANSPORTATION, FRUSTRATION & THE FUTURE

GUEST PANEL INCLUDES...
MAYOR JOHN GUNTER, CAPE CORAL
COMMISSIONER KEVIN RUANE - LEE COUNTY DISTRICT 1
RANDY CERCHIE, DIRECTOR - LEE COUNTY DOT
WILLIAM CORBETT, P.E., PTOE - CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
MODERATOR - FORMER MAYOR JOE MAZURKIEWICZ

DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 PM
TOWN HALL - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
CAPE CORAL YACHT CLUB - 5819 DRIFTWOOD PKWY
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

FUTURE PROJECTS - TRAFFIC TRENDS - AUDIENCE Q&A

Go Public Gardens Day 5/7/2021 9:00 AM - 5/16/2021 5:30 PM

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:52:48 GMT

Go Public Gardens Day May 7-16, 2021 In partnership with the American Public Gardens Association, we are celebrating Go Public Gardens Days from May 7-16, 2021. The week is an ongoing, evergreen association initiative to increase botanical garden visitation. Participating gardens are encouraged to show support with green lights, so Edison Ford will be glowing green this week! Edison and Ford Winter Estates has more than 20 acres of botanical gardens and offers a guided Garden Tour, led by horticulturists. The tour leads guests around the property and through the propagating nursery. With plants and trees from all around the world, and Florida natives too, the gardens at Edison Ford are a treat all year long because something is always blooming! Garden Tours are available by appointment. Call 239.334.7419 today to schedule a guided Garden Tour!

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/8/2021 8:00 AM - 5/8/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:53:40 GMT

Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020

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

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

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

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

Garden Talk: Growing Citrus 5/8/2021 10:00 AM - 5/8/2021 11:00 AM

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:52:45 GMT

Garden Talk: Growing Citrus May 8, 2021 10 am Many plants from all over the world have been grown at Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Citrus trees were a favorite of the Edison’s. Some of the types of citrus that Thomas and Mina grew were sweet oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes, tangerines, and satsumas. Mina regularly sent her tasty citrus marmalade, mango jam, and guava jelly to her friends and family in Glenmont, NJ. When Ford purchased the property next door to the Edison estate, it was a working citrus grove – similar to the one that exists now. This grove was re-established a few years ago. Today, there are 40 grafted orange and grapefruit trees. It has been quite a few years since the commercial citrus industry was “King” in Florida. Unfortunately, Citrus Greening has negatively affected the entire industry. The University of Florida and other research institutions are continuing the fight against this problem with some luck. During this talk, participants will learn which diseases and nutritional issues affect citrus, and what we do to keep the citrus trees at the Estates healthy. We will discuss how to grow your citrus in the home landscape and the myriad of ways to use this luscious fruit. Participants will receive a 20 % off coupon for use toward plant purchase in the Garden Shoppe. Cost: members: $10; non-members: $15 Masks are required. Advance registration not required.

Garden Talk: Growing Citrus 5/8/2021 10:00 AM - 5/8/2021 11:30 AM

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 13:38:17 GMT

For many years, Florida has been the citrus capital of the world. 300 citrus trees once stood throughout the Edison property. It is essential that citrus trees are properly cared or and the necessary steps are taken to protect them from citrus greening. Join us for this informative talk on citrus best care practices highlighting new research by the agricultural industry. For anyone who wants to grow citrus trees in their own backyard this class will provide you with the proper tips on keeping your trees healthy. All participants will receive a 20% off coupon good toward plant purchases in the Garden Shoppe. Registration is not required. Masks are required. This program is $10 for Edison Ford members and $15 for non-members.

Celebrating Women 5/8/2021 11:00 AM - 5/8/2021 1:30 PM

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:52:54 GMT

Tracy Strawberry delivers her powerful messages of how to experience lasting change, re-inventing yourself, experiencing God in the most difficult of times, overcoming your past, and becoming the very best "you" that God created you to be, and more!

Edison and Ford Winter Estates open on Mother's Day 5/9/2021 9:00 AM - 5/9/2021 5:30 PM

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:35:27 GMT

Mother's Day was established by Anna Jarvis of West Virginia in 1908. Several years later, the second Sunday in May was designated as the official Mother's Day in the United States. Edison and Ford Winter Estates will be open for regular hours from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Mother's Day and mothers visiting the site will receive a little gift (while supplies last). Sundays are always a good day for families to stroll the gardens and see what's new in the museum. Cost: Adults: $25; teen (ages 13-19): $20; Children (ages 6-12): $15; children (ages 5 and under): Free

Mother's Day at Faith Generation 5/9/2021 10:00 AM - 5/9/2021 12:00 PM

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:45:42 GMT

It’s time to update that old family portrait! On Mother’s Day Faith Generation will be having Free Professional Family portraits taken after our service! This is the perfect Sunday to invite your family to Faith Generation and make Mom feel special! So grab the whole family, dress to impress, and make sure to join us as we celebrate all you moms out there! Don’t miss it!!

Automotive Tour 5/10/2021 10:30 AM - 8/9/2021 12:00 PM

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:45:47 GMT

Join Automotive Curator James Moss, for a new perspective on the evolution of the automobile. Learn about production and how to operate a vehicle. From the Model T to the Model A, gasoline to electric, the Ford Motor Company and beyond, the Automotive Tour promises to offer a new way to connect with one of our most popular collections. Reservations are not required for this tour. Edison Ford members: $15; non-members: Adults $40, Teens (13-19) $30, Children (6-12) $16.

Automotive Tour 5/10/2021 10:30 AM - 5/10/2021 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:39:07 GMT

Surfside Sunshine Market 5/11/2021 1:00 PM - 5/11/2021 6:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:54:38 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.

Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!

Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020

Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.
Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.
Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.
Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.
Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.
Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.
No Samples. No exceptions.
Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.
IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.

Excellence in Education Awards brought to you by The Breeze Newspapers 5/11/2021 5:30 PM - 5/11/2021 8:30 PM

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 09:17:12 GMT

Digital Discussion: "The Greatest of all my Inspiring Friends: Exploring the Friendship of Henry Ford and George Washington Carver" 5/11/2021 10:30 AM - 5/11/2021 11:30 AM

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:52:51 GMT

Join Program Manager, Holly Shaffer, for a free zoom discussion about the friendship and business relationship between automobile magnate, Henry Ford and scientist and inventor, George Washington Carver. This is a free virtual lecture. Registration is required at edisonford.org.

Manatee Expert Robert Bonde Virtual Program 5/11/2021 7:00 PM - 5/11/2021 8:00 PM

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:45:54 GMT

Virtual Program: Manatee expert Robert Bonde will present a program about his research on manatees. His work focuses on the conservation of manatees through stranding investigations, population monitoring, and manatee health assessment in the U.S., South America, Africa, Belize and Cuba. Dr. Bonde retired from the U.S. Geological Survey, Sirenia (Manatee) Project, where he worked as a research biologist. He has published over 100 scientific publications and co-authored (with Dr. Roger Reep) a book titled "The Florida Manatee: Biology & Conservation," now in its second edition.

General Membership Luncheon Meeting 5/12/2021 11:30 AM - 5/12/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 10:54:17 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 month luncheon with guest speaker Noelle Branning with the Lee County Tax Collector Office.

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

Museum Musings: The Mangoes 5/12/2021 11:00 AM - 5/12/2021 11:30 AM

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 08:49:21 GMT

Museum Musings is an ongoing biweekly program that takes place on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and provides in-depth information on a specific topic pertaining to our site! Henry Ford's estate was called "The Mangoes" named after the row of mango trees that lined the pathway leading up to his home. In this talk, Curatorial Assistant Tayelor Kakes will discuss the history of mangoes in the United States and highlight the different varieties that you can find on the Edison Ford property. This program is free for Edison Ford members and included with admission for non-members.

Imprintable Memories - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! 5/13/2021 1:30 PM - 5/13/2021 2:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:25:33 GMT

Join us at this Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome and celebrate 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 Cape Coral Breeze Newspaper, Chamber Trends e-Magazine and the Chamber Newsletter. A Facebook Event is created for you, a Facebook LIVE is done for you that day and extra Photos are taken for your Social Media as well!

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

Council For Progress Monthly Meeting 5/14/2021 7:30 AM - 5/14/2021 8:30 AM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:44:50 GMT

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

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

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

The Guardian Angels for Special Populations - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY & DEDICATION! 5/14/2021 11:30 AM - 5/14/2021 12:00 Noon

Mon, 03 May 2021 11:01:27 GMT

Please RSVP to lisa@capecoralchamber.com for a headcount for the caterer please and thank you! Join us at this Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome our new members to the Chamber. This is a great opportunity to come and network, take a tour, and get more information about our local businesses. A reservation is not required and all members are welcome to attend.

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

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

Edison and Ford Winter Estates Hosts Fort Myers Film Festival 5/14/2021 7:30 PM - 5/14/2021 9:00 PM

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 08:52:42 GMT

Edison and Ford Winter Estates Hosts Fort Myers Film Festival May 14, 2021 7:30 pm Edison and Ford Winter Estates will host the Fort Myers Film Festival. Four films will be shown on the Henry Ford estate lawn, along the Caloosahatchee River where guests will watch movies under the stars. Films include an Edison silent picture, a production featuring the late Sam Galloway Jr. and two originals, “Stay Wild” and “A Greenlander”. The site is one of several locations hosting the Film Festival. The event is fitting since Thomas Edison invented the motion picture camera. His first films were without sound but nonetheless groundbreaking for the time. Guests will get to watch an original Edison silent film, while local musician and movie buff, Stephen Britain, performs the piano score. The second picture, “Preservation Forever: Sam Galloway Jr. and the Restoration of the Edison and Ford Winter Estates” was produced by Ilene Safron of Main Sail Video Productions. It’s a tribute to the success of Sam Galloway Jr. and tells the story of his long history with the Estates. “Stay Wild”, directed by Lizzy Fowler, is a 16-minute story about Melissa Wilson – a young woman who moved to St. John, one of America’s most wild places. With more than half of the island conserved as a national park, the beauty of the landscape inspired a solution for the climate change within the American west. After graduating from Harvard University in Sustainability, her thesis continues to foster hope for wild places. “A Greenlander”, directed by Nicholas Jones is a 37-minute documentary. It follows Pierre Auzias, a French painter fully integrated in Uummaanaq, a settlement 450 miles north of the Artic circle in Greenland. Pierre speaks Greenlandic, travels by dog sled and teaches art therapy to neglected children. Strayhorn & Persons Attorneys and Counsellors at Law is the event sponsor. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Only a limited number of chairs will be provided, so guests are encouraged to bring a folding chair. For everyone’s safety, masks are required. Tickets are $10 for Edison Ford members, $15 for non-members and may be purchased at edisonford.org. For more information on the 60 other films playing in the 11th Annual Fort Myers Film Festival around town May 12-16 visit www.fortmyersfilmfestival.com.

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/15/2021 8:00 AM - 5/15/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:53:52 GMT

Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020

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

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

Automotive Tour 5/17/2021 10:30 AM - 5/17/2021 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:39:10 GMT

Goodwill MicroEnterprise class 5/17/2021 6:00 PM - 6/24/2021 9:00 PM

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:18:42 GMT

Develop a plan to successfully launch or grow your business with help from subject matter experts and experienced business coaches. Pre-registration required, class size limited.

Executive Board of Directors Meeting 5/18/2021 7:30 AM - 5/18/2021 8:30 AM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:38:10 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.

HUGE GIVEAWAY - 1 YEAR LONG FREE AD ($780 VALUE) - MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! Sunshine Coffee News - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! 5/18/2021 9:00 AM - 5/18/2021 9:30 AM

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:07:34 GMT

Surfside Sunshine Market 5/18/2021 1:00 PM - 5/18/2021 6:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:54:47 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.

Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!

Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020

Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.
Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.
Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.
Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.
Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.
Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.
No Samples. No exceptions.
Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.
IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.

RoofRX - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! 5/19/2021 8:30 AM - 5/19/2021 9:00 AM

Mon, 03 May 2021 12:08:45 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 Breeze Newspaper, Chamber Trends e-Magazine and the Chamber Newsletter. A Facebook LIVE is done for you and extra Photos taken for your Social Media as well!

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

Business After Hours hosted by Alliance Financial Group 5/20/2021 5:30 PM - 5/20/2021 7:30 PM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:22:05 GMT

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

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

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

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

Alliance Financial Group - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! 5/20/2021 6:30 PM - 5/20/2021 7:00 PM

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:19:28 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, Newsletter and The Cape Coral Breeze Newspaper! Also, a Facebook Event is created for you, a Facebook LIVE is done for you that day and extra photos are taken for your social media as well!

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

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/22/2021 8:00 AM - 5/22/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:54:02 GMT

Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020

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

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

Etiquette Class at Edison Ford 5/22/2021 11:00 AM - 5/22/2021 1:00 PM

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:31:04 GMT

Etiquette Class For Children ages 6-12 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 Cottage 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 classed at Ritz-Carlton hotels throughout the nation. The following dates have space availability. Per CDC guidelines we are capping registration at 9 children. ? Saturday, May 22, 2021 ? Per CDC Guidelines, masks are required ? 11:00 am – 1:00 pm ? EFWE Members: $75 ? Non-Members $85 ? Register online at Ecommerce.EdisonFordWinterEstates.org ? For further information call 239.334.7419

Automotive Tour 5/24/2021 10:30 AM - 5/24/2021 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:39:12 GMT

Discovery Maps of Southwest Florida - RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY! $25 Amazon Gift Card GIVEAWAY! 5/25/2021 12:00 Noon - 5/25/2021 12:30 PM

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:39:27 GMT

Webinar: Analyze, Recognize and Optimize Your Business 5/25/2021 1:00 PM - 5/25/2021 2:00 PM

Thu, 13 May 2021 09:43:00 GMT

Join us for a webinar with Jake Lindmark, Director of Partnerships at Optimally

"Understanding how big data is transforming how companies are reducing operating expenses”

Optimally is bringing innovation to the forefront of how businesses are reducing operating expenses. As a big data and technology company we have amassed one of the largest data lakes housing more than $6 trillion in vendor specific invoices from more than 10 million companies. Our data science team has normalized and categorized this data into an actionable asset. Optimally leverages our data to lower your expenses.

Surfside Sunshine Market 5/25/2021 1:00 PM - 5/25/2021 6:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:54:58 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.

Join us year round at the Surfside Sunshine Farmers Market!

Covid-19 Set-Up For The Cape Coral Farmers Market -Effective May 2, 2020

Vendors spaced appropriately, at more than 6 feet distance from each other.
Vendors will handle and bag customer purchases.
Customers are required to follow social distancing guidelines.
Vendors and staff must have masks and sanitizer.
Vendors will keep customers from handling anything in their booths.
Vendors and staff will encourage proper customer spacing.
No Samples. No exceptions.
Hand wash station is available for vendor use as well as customers.
IF YOU ARE SICK, PLEASE STAY HOME. This applies to vendors and customers.

Museum Musings 5/26/2021 11:00 AM - 5/26/2021 12:00 PM

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:45:51 GMT

Museum Musings Wednesday, May 26, 2021 In remembrance of Thomas Edison displaying a scale model of his poured concrete house in 1910 at the Real Estate and Ideal Homes Exhibit at Madison Square Garden, Chief Curator, Brent Newman will discuss Edison and his work with concrete. Museum Musing are included with admission. Check in at the museum desk. Masks are required.

Networking at Noon hosted by Fastsigns Cape Coral 5/28/2021 12:00 Noon - 5/28/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:30:09 GMT

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

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

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

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

*** PPE WILL BE AVAILABLE AND PROVIDED FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS ATTENDING OUR NETWORKING EVENTS. IF YOU NEED AND/OR WOULD LIKE PPE, PLEASE SEE A STAFF MEMBER AT THE EVENT AND WE WILL GET THAT FOR YOU.

Advanced Leadership Cape Coral 2021 5/29/2021

Fri, 28 May 2021 08:31:58 GMT

Cape Coral Farmers' Market - Club Square 5/29/2021 8:00 AM - 5/29/2021 1:00 PM

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:54:13 GMT

Covid-19 set-up for the Cape Coral Farmers Market -effective May 2, 2020

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

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

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

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

Welcome Center and Chamber Offices Closed 5/31/2021

Fri, 28 May 2021 10:34:08 GMT

The Chamber Offices and Welcome Center will be closed in observation of Memorial Day. Our offices will reopen on Tuesday at 8:00am.

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

Government Affairs Committee Meeting 5/31/2021 4:00 PM - 5/31/2021 5:00 PM

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 12:04:17 GMT

The mission of the Government Affairs Committee is to influence the development of policies and regulations that aid in the creating of regional opportunities for job creation, business growth and financial success and the creation of new market links and opportunities for Chamber members.

The Government Affairs Committee is the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral’s legislative program, whose volunteer members examines, analyze and monitor relevant legislation of the governmental bodies. We monitor economic and regional issues of local and state governments that could have an impact on the business community. The committee maintains a continuing dialogue with elected and appointed government officials from the city and the county, as well as various quasi-judicial agencies. Our overall focus is on supporting legislation and activities that benefit the economic development and overall quality of life in Florida and, in particular, Cape Coral and Lee County.

The committee meets monthly to talk about issues of interest and if action is warranted, gives recommendations to the chamber’s board of directors. After the board adopts a position or policy, the Government Affairs Committee participates in disseminating the information to the membership and begins discussions with or presents positions to the appropriate officials. All chamber members are encouraged to bring their ideas or concerns about economic development in our region to any member of the committee.

For more information about the Government Affairs Committee, please contact President & CEO, Donna Germain at (239) 549-6900 x107.

Automotive Tour 5/31/2021 10:30 AM - 5/31/2021 12:00 PM

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:39:14 GMT

Shell Factory & Nature Park Family BBQ 5/31/2021 12:00 PM - 5/31/2021 4:00 PM

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:03:37 GMT

The Memorial Day Family BBQ at the Shell Factory & Nature Park is a great family-friendly event! Enjoy free admission to Nature Park for Veterans and Actiove-Duty Military Members. -Special BBQ Menu -Register Early for the Watermelon Eating Contest -Live Music 12pm - 7pm -Putting Contest -Hula Hoop Contest -Sack Races -Egg & Spoon Races -Take a Ride on the Soaring Eagle Zip Line ($10 for your first ride and $5 for your second; Veterans gets two rides for the price of one!) Call (239) 995-2142 or visit shellfactory.com for more information!