Weekly Wave

February 7, 2023

Good morning, Elizabeth!

Our Young Professionals will host a Sunset Social with the United Way Emerging Leaders and sponsor Lone Wolf Pizza this Wednesday. Register now!

On Friday, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is sponsoring our Business Before Hours at LuLu's. Our speakers will be Destin Elementary School Principal Amy Meyer, Destin Middle School Principal Belinda Small, and Destin High School Principal Christine Cruickshank, as we learn more about educational opportunities in Destin and the way the business community can positively impact our students. Also, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Eric Sandwith will share tips for heart health. Register now!

City of Destin Council to Host Visioning Session February 16

The City of Destin will host a visioning session on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Destin City Hall Annex, located at 4100 Indian Bayou Trail. Council, staff and members of the public will spend the day reviewing accomplishments, current projects, potential initiatives and refining a vision for Destin’s future.

The meeting is open to the public. Video of the meeting will be uploaded and available for the public to view at the following link: www.youtube.com/CityofDestin.

Destin Chamber Member Appreciation Day Set for February 16

To thank all of our members for their support of this Chamber and the Destin area, the Destin Chamber will celebrate Member Appreciation Day on Thursday, Feb. 16. We will visit every member business in the Destin area with a 2023 Chamber member decal and other membership information. If you would like to help us make deliveries, please email espies@DestinChamber.com.

FPL Northwest Florida Economic Symposium Set for Feb. 28 - March 1

The FPL Northwest Florida Economic Symposium brings leaders together from across the Panhandle to hear challenging, thought-provoking speakers who spark great conversation, innovation and action, so together, we can continue to move Northwest Florida forward. Register now for the 25th annual event, which will take place on Feb. 28 - March 1, 2023, at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

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Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

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Business Before Hours Sponsored by HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

Friday, February 10 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: LuLu's Destin

Registration and payment are required.

Our speakers will be Destin Elementary School Principal Amy Meyer, Destin Middle School Principal Belinda Small, and Destin High School Principal Christine Cruickshank, as we learn more about educational opportunities in Destin and the way the business community can positively impact our students. Also, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon Dr. Eric Sandwith will share tips for heart health.

Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Lori Kelley, Warren Averett

Wednesday, February 15 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Registration required.

In 2023, Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. Our February Powerhouse Women is Lori Kelley with Warren Averett.

Member Appreciation Day

Thursday, February 16 | All Day

Location: Throughout the Destin Area

Volunteers are needed!

To thank all of our members for their support of this Chamber and the Destin area, the Destin Chamber will celebrate Member Appreciation Day. We will visit every member business in the Destin area to deliver 2023 membership decals and express our appreciation. Want to help? Email espies@DestinChamber.com.

Business After Hours Sponsored by The Edge Seafood Restaurant and SkyBar

Thursday, February 23 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: 302 Harbor Blvd., Destin

Registration and payment are required.

Join us for networking, cocktails, appetizers and door prizes!

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, March 1 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend.

Blue Mahoe

Dippin’ Dots Okaloosa

Kilwins

StretchLab Destin

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

February 7 - Elevated Laundry

February 16 - LiveOak Fiber

February 28 - Klean Wash

March 2 - Destin Pointe Realty, LLC

Congratulations to Ruby Slipper Baytowne Wharf on last week's ribbon cutting celebration!

Congratulations to Blue Mahoe on last week's ribbon cutting celebration!

Congratulations to Soleil on last week's ribbon cutting celebration!

Tuesday, February 7 - Wednesday, February 8

2023 Air Force Contracting Summit at Hilton Sandestin

Tuesday, February 7

Taco & Tequila Tuesday at Mezcal Mexican Grill

Elevated Laundry Ribbon Cutting

Emerald Coast Storytellers to Launch First Ever Story-Pairing Dinner Series

Music Bingo at Fatboys

Wednesday, February 8

Young Professionals of Destin & United Way Emerald Coast Emerging Leaders Sunset Social Sponsored by Lone Wolf Pizza

Thursday, February 9

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Presents Blue Dog Bijoux

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” – Gulf Breeze

Wine & Design Event 2023

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Ladies Night at McGuire's Destin

Friday, February 10

Destin Chamber's Business Before Hours Sponsored by HCA Florida Fort Walton - Destin Hospital

ColorMix Forecast Event To Kick Off Valentines Tour of Homes

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Last Five Years

Saturday, February 11

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

CAA presents Valentine's Tour of Homes

Tropical Reunion Wedding Vow Renewal at LuLu’s

Brunchfest

Boys and Girls Club presents Chili & Cars

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Last Five Years

Saturday, February 11 - Tuesday, February 14

Valentines Dinner for Two

Sunday, February 12

CAA presents Valentine's Tour of Homes

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Melodies & Mimosas

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Last Five Years

Monday, February 13

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Last Five Years

If you would like your event listed here, please submit it to the Events Calendar at DestinChamber.com. Be sure to include your company name, as we only publish events of Destin Chamber members.