Member Events
Waterway Warrior Clean-Up Day: Dec 14, 10 AM at Don Pedro Island State Park (8450 Placida Rd, Placida, FL). Free paddling gear provided! Partners: Keep Charlotte Beautiful & Florida State Parks. Paddlers needed to bring debris to boats provided by local businesses (SUP Englewood, Freedom Boat Club, Gaspar’s Dive N Board, Abe’s Boat Rentals, Captain Kayla - Gasparilla Boat Tours). RSVP at supenglewood.com under "Book Now" > "Waterway Warrior Clean-Up Days".
Charlotte County, Charlotte County Schools and Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida event JA Inspire on January 21, 2025 at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center from 10a.m. to 1p.m. is a unique career exploration experience in the classroom, on-line and in-person. For information on participating, contact Catherine Zarate czarate@jaswfl.org 239-225-2590. Deadline to Register: January 7, 2025.
Ugly Sweater Reception & Hurricane Benefit Sale at the Visual Arts Center 12/12/2024 | 5:00 – 7:00 Everyone Invited! Put on your best Ugly Sweater, have fun & compete for prizes. Light refreshments will be served. There will also be paintings on display from the Hurricane Recovery Art Class. This is a benefit sale with all proceeds going back to the artists. Give the Gift of Art! Over 40 artists are on display with cards, ornaments, & gifts, as well as art under $200. Something for everyone! On sale until 12/28/2024. www.visualartcenter.org
Charlotte Players-December 31st New Year's Eve - USO Show. Come ring in the New Year with some of Charlotte County's talented singers as they present a 90-minute celebration show. Led by Director, Debbie Brandal, this event is guaranteed to be a fun-filled night, complete with champagne (or sparkling juice) at intermission for you to toast the New Year with your friends. Two different show times are available for this event, but no matter which one you choose, you are guaranteed to be home before the ball drops at midnight! For tickets go to www.charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022.
Come cruise with Santa and the Gasparilla Boat Tours team on Saturday, December 14th at 10:30a.. or at 12:00pm. $30per person, $15kids 10 and under. Visit gasparillaboattours.com for details and tickets. The cruises are 60 minutes.
Come in and experience our 12 Deals of Christmas at Port Charlotte Florist. 12/5 50% off Holiday Silks. 12/6 50% off Talavera Pottery. 12/7 50% off Holiday Gifts (excluded holiday Decor). 12/8 50% off Garlands. 12/9 50% off Holiday Trees. 12/10 50% off Wreaths & Swags . 12/11 50% off Talavera Pottery . 12/12 50% off Oversized Plush & Fairies . 12/13 50% off Holiday Silks . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR IN STORE ONLY. Don't forget to reach out to us and request our Business Gift Giving Guide! Phone: 941.627.2236 Email: theportcharlotteflorist@hotmail.com
We will be back in the gallery soon, but until then, stop by on December 6 from 3:00 to 7:00 for our HOLIDAY SIDEWALK SALE. Shop for a few original and unique gifts and then enjoy the Punta Gorda Tree Lighting festivities. Sea Grape Gallery, 113 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
Murdock Stones Etc. is running a "Small Business Saturday" sale for the first time. However, it will last through Christmas Eve. All statues, lawn ornaments and bird baths will be 20% OFF for chamber members. 590 Prineville St. in Port Charlotte (across from Storage Sense). 7621 Sawyer Circle (off Gasparilla Rd. …look for the World’s Largest Mailbox). www.murdockstonesetc.com. 941-629-6651.
The elves are having a hard time figuring out what to make for Christmas this year. Digital Transformations Consultants is partnering with Santa to make sure the elves get it right. DTC will be handing out flyers during the Christmas Parade on December 14th with a QR code that will lead to Santa's website where children can write a letter. Then Santa will reply to the child and send the parents a copy of the letter. No personal information will be collected. All information will be deleted after the event. Digital Transformation Consultants LLC. Caneel Johnson caneel@dtcllc.xyz Cell: 509-690-2144 Website: https://dtcllc.xyz/
Annual Mistletoe Ball benefiting the Charlotte CARE Center (formerly the Homeless Coalition) will be held at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center on December 14, 2024. Themed “White Christmas,” this year’s gala will raise funds toward our mission to end hunger and homelessness in Charlotte County. Please consider donating an item, gift certificate or unique experience for the silent auction to further our cause. For Tickets and questions contact Amberly Leverich 727-248-1533 amberly@charlotte.care Donations items may be delivered to Charlotte CARE Center, 1476 Kenesaw St., Port Charlotte, FL 33948.
On Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, the longest night of the year, please join us for a Memorial Vigil Remembering the Homeless on Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 6pm-8pm Co-hosted by Jesus Loves You Ministry and the Charlotte CARE Center. Join us in the Jesus Loves You Ministry (parking lot) at 1734 Cedarwood St., Port Charlotte, FL 33948 For information contact 941-740-1205 (JLYM) or 941-627-34133 (CCC).
Crews Bank & Trust branches in Charlotte, DeSoto and Sarasota Counties are once again serving as collection sites for Christmas gifts for children in need. The donated gifts will be distributed through Toys for Tots, the Salvation Army and the Florida Guardian ad Litem 20th Circuit Foundation. The Cape Haze, Gulf Cove & Arcadia East branches are collecting unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. Salvation Army wish lists are at the Peachland, Venice, Sarasota & Punta Gorda branches. Guardian ad Litem wish lists are at the Murdock, North Port and Parkside branches.
Give the gift of joy and safety this holiday season by supporting C.A.R.E. in Punta Gorda. Every donation brings hope to local children and families who need it most. From new toys and games to warm clothing and everyday essentials, your contributions can help brighten a child’s Christmas morning. C.A.R.E. relies on community support to sustain vital shelter and outreach programs that assist those affected by abuse. You can drop off new, unwrapped gifts at C.A.R.E. or make a financial contribution online. Call 941-639-5499 for more information, and be a part of bringing joy to families this holiday season.
Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, and Kerry Hunter, Wealth Strategist, have scheduled free estate-planning seminars in December. Registration is open to the public at any Crews Bank & Trust branch office, online at www.crews.bank, via email at trust@crews.bank or by calling Trust Operations Associate Linda Ferrara at 941-624-1943. Topics include Basic Estate Planning, Building a Better Estate Plan and Florida Residency and Will & Trust Settlement.
Christmas at the Club - Boys & Girls Club of Charlotte County Toy Drive. Your generous donations will directly impact the lives of families with The Boys & Girls Club of Charlotte County. DROP OFF LOCATION: Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, 2702 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte. Please drop off a new toy for the toy drive, we are accepting donations through December 6, 2024. If you prefer, use the gift registry on amazon and ship your toy directly to the Chamber office - https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/23IM2XXQISTXV
Community Champions Breakfast - An inspiring celebration of those who are transforming lives in Charlotte County. Hosted by the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce and the Gulf Coast Partnership, in collaboration with Charlotte County Human Services, this event will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda. This year, we honor the exceptional community champions who are driving change and creating opportunities for our most vulnerable neighbors—including Veterans, homeless and formerly homeless youth, and extremely low-income individuals and families. These champions are consistently expanding access to workforce development and education, equipping individuals with the tools and resources needed to reach their goals and build lasting, sustainable futures. Join us as we recognize their extraordinary efforts and commitment to ensuring that every resident has the chance to thrive. This is more than an event; it’s a movement to uplift and strengthen our community for generations to come. Links to: Nominate a Champion or become a sponsor or purchase tickets.
The Peace River Woodturners hosts the annual SWFL Wood Art Exposition and Competition swflwoodartexpo.org. This annual event is held at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center and showcases the works of woodturners, carvers, and furniture makers. We are currently looking for anyone that may be interested in sponsoring our Presidents Award. We also encourage anyone interested in being a vendor or showcasing their wood art to purchase a table for the event on January 10th & 11th. If interested, please contact Lou Currier at lcurrier@swflwoodartexpo.org.
Community Flea Markets December 14, Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association (PGICA), 2001 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda. Open to vendors, businesses, nonprofits, and households. Two parking spaces ... one for a vehicle, one for sale items ... $35. Must bring own tables, chairs, tent, umbrella shade, and/or other needed supplies. Limited tables available to borrow on first come, first served basis. Non-refundable; 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Rain or Shine; December 14, January 11, February 8, March 8. Registration- PGICA.ORG or 941-637-1655. (The PGICA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit community organization.)