BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://puntagordachamber.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260408T015135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T133137Z UID:10000328-1778605200-1778608800@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Flip Flop Shops DESCRIPTION:Join the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the grand opening of Flip Flop Shops’ new location under new ownership! Help us welcome this exciting business to the community with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. \n\n\n\n🗓 Date: May 12⏰ Time: 5:00–6:00 PM✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 5:30 PM sharp📍 Location: 1133 Bal Harbor Blvd\, Unit 1123\, Punta Gorda \n\n\n\nEnjoy light refreshments\, meet the new owners\, and celebrate this fresh new chapter for a beloved brand. Chamber members\, local businesses\, and community members are all invited to attend and show their support. \n\n\n\n👉 Please RSVP below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating with you! URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/ribbon-cutting-flip-shop-shops/ LOCATION:Flip Flop Shops\, 1133 Bal Harbor Blvd Ste 1123\, Punta Gorda\, Florida CATEGORIES:Ribbon Cutting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Grand-Opening-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260326T171839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T030131Z UID:10000323-1778657400-1778661000@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: LeRoy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar DESCRIPTION:two cups of coffee on the table. morning breakfast at the cafe\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nConnect. Collaborate. Grow. \n\n\n\nJoin us for Business Over Breakfast\, a casual and engaging networking event where business professionals come together over breakfast to build relationships and share opportunities. Whether you’re looking to grow your client base\, make referrals\, or simply connect with the local business community\, this event is a great way to start your morning. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-leroys-southern-kitchen-bar/ LOCATION:Leroy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar\, 201 W Marion Ave\, Punta Gorda\, FL\, 33950\, United States CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-Over-Breakfast-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260416T232549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T183810Z UID:10000329-1778778000-1778781600@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Bridles & Biscuits DESCRIPTION:Ribbon Cutting Party: Bridles & Biscuits!  \n\n\n\nGrab your friends and come help us give a big Punta Gorda welcome to Bridles & Biscuits\, one of our newest local businesses! \n\n\n\nThis is a chance to support a new small business\, meet fellow members\, snap some photos\, and show once again why this community rallies behind local entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\nBring your business cards\, bring your Chamber pride\, and bring your energy\, because showing up matters\, and this is exactly the kind of business we love cheering on. \n\n\n\nThursday\, May 145:00 – 6:00 PM (Cut at 5:30 PM)  \n\n\n\nBridles & Biscuits \n\n\n\n318 Tamiami Trail\, Suite 219\, Punta Gorda \n\n\n\nCome be part of the crowd. Come support local. Come cut the ribbon with us! URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/ribbon-cutting-bridles-biscuits/ LOCATION:Bridles & Biscuits\, 318 Tamiami Trail\, Suite 219\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950 CATEGORIES:Ribbon Cutting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Grand-Opening-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260331T013252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T171535Z UID:10000325-1779210000-1779215400@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business After Hours: LMCU DESCRIPTION:glasses for wine and champagne from crystal\n\n\n\nUnwind after work and make valuable connections at our Business After Hours networking event\, hosted at Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU). Join fellow professionals for a relaxed evening of networking\, conversation\, and fun in a welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nThis month’s theme is “Wear Blue for LMCU!” Attendees who wear blue will receive raffle tickets for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Everyone wearing blue gets a ticket! \n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, May 19⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location:Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU)2120 Kings HighwayPort Charlotte\, FL 33980 \n\n\n\nEnjoy light refreshments\, grow your professional network\, and end your day on a high note. RSVP is required. Don’t forget to wear blue for your chance to win! URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-after-hours-lmcu-2/ LOCATION:LMCU\, 2120 Kings Hwy\, Port Charlotte\, Florida\, 33980 CATEGORIES:Business After Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-After-Hours-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260331T014108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T014114Z UID:10000326-1779883200-1779886800@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Networking Luncheon: Beef O' Brady's DESCRIPTION:Join us for our mid‑day networking lunch and connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed\, friendly setting. This event is a great opportunity to build relationships\, exchange ideas\, and grow your network over lunch. \n\n\n\nWe’re pleased to welcome Rob Warholic of BRJ Restoration as our guest speaker\, who will share insights and expertise relevant to today’s business community. \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, May 27Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you for a productive and engaging networking lunch! \n\n\n\nTickets must be purchased to attend. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/networking-luncheon-beef-o-bradys-2/ LOCATION:Beef O’ Brady’s – Punta Gorda\, 1105 Taylor Rd\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950\, United States CATEGORIES:Luncheons ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Networking-Lunch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T200457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T200502Z UID:10000331-1781076600-1781080200@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: JB's Corner Café DESCRIPTION:two cups of coffee on the table. morning breakfast at the cafe\n\n\n\nStart your day networking with local professionals at our Monthly Business Over Breakfast meeting!Join us for great conversations\, new connections\, and a delicious breakfast at JB’s Corner Café. \n\n\n\n🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM📍 Location:JB’s Corner Café1533 Rio De Janeiro AvePunta Gorda\, FL 33983 \n\n\n\nCome early\, connect\, and build meaningful relationships with fellow local professionals.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-jbs-corner-cafe/ LOCATION:JB’s Corner Cafe\, 1533 Rio De Janeiro Ave\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33983 CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-Over-Breakfast.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T202013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T202212Z UID:10000332-1781631000-1781634600@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business After Hours: Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services DESCRIPTION:glasses for wine and champagne from crystal\n\n\n\nUnwind and connect with fellow Chamber members at our Business After Hours networking event!Join us for a chance to build relationships with local professionals at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services. \n\n\n\n🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location:Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services \n\n\n\n635 E Marion Ave\, Punta Gorda\, FL 33950 \n\n\n\nEnjoy great company\, light refreshments\, and meaningful networking with the local business community.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-after-hours-kays-ponger-uselton-funeral-homes-and-cremation-services/ LOCATION:Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services\, 365 E Marion Ave\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950\, United States CATEGORIES:Business After Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-After-Hours-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T203115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T203120Z UID:10000333-1782302400-1782309600@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Networking Luncheon: Wyvern Hotel DESCRIPTION:Connect\, collaborate\, and build relationships with fellow Chamber members at our Monthly Networking Luncheon!Take a break in the middle of your day to enjoy great conversation\, meaningful connections\, and networking with local professionals at the Wyvern Hotel. \n\n\n\n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: Wyvern Hotel \n\n\n\n 101 E Retta Esplanade\, Punta Gorda\, FL 33950 \n\n\n\nEnjoy lunch while engaging with members of the local business community in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.Please purchase your tickets below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/networking-luncheon-wyvern-hotel/ LOCATION:Wyvern Hotel\, 101 E Retta Esplanade\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950 CATEGORIES:Luncheons ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Networking-Lunch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T203538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T203542Z UID:10000334-1783495800-1783499400@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: TBD DESCRIPTION:two cups of coffee on the table. morning breakfast at the cafe\n\n\n\nStart your day networking with local professionals at our Monthly Business Over Breakfast meeting!Join us for great conversations\, new connections\, and a delicious breakfast. \n\n\n\n🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM📍 Location: TBD \n\n\n\nCome early\, connect\, and build meaningful relationships with fellow local professionals.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-tbd-17/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-Over-Breakfast-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T204118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T204228Z UID:10000335-1784655000-1784658600@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business After Hours: Crews Bank & Trust DESCRIPTION:glasses for wine and champagne from crystal\n\n\n\nUnwind and connect with fellow Chamber members at our Business After Hours networking event!Join us for relaxed conversation\, valuable connections\, and a chance to build relationships with local professionals at Crews Bank & Trust. \n\n\n\n🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location: \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEnjoy great company\, light refreshments\, and meaningful networking with the local business community.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-after-hours-crews-bank-trust/ LOCATION:Crews Bank & Trust – Punta Gorda\, 2331 Tamiami Trail\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950 CATEGORIES:Business After Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-After-Hours-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T204741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T204744Z UID:10000336-1784721600-1784728800@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Networking Luncheon: TBD DESCRIPTION:Connect\, collaborate\, and build relationships with fellow Chamber members at our Monthly Networking Luncheon!Take a break in the middle of your day to enjoy great conversation\, meaningful connections\, and networking with local professionals. \n\n\n\n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: TBD \n\n\n\nEnjoy lunch while engaging with members of the local business community in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.Please purchase your tickets below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/networking-luncheon-tbd-2/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Luncheons ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Networking-Lunch.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T205248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T205359Z UID:10000337-1786519800-1786523400@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: Wyvern Hotel DESCRIPTION:two cups of coffee on the table. morning breakfast at the cafe\n\n\n\nStart your day networking with local professionals at our Monthly Business Over Breakfast meeting!Join us for great conversations\, new connections\, and a delicious breakfast at the Wyvern Hotel. \n\n\n\n🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM📍 Location: \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCome early\, connect\, and build meaningful relationships with fellow local professionals.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-wyvern-hotel/ LOCATION:Wyvern Hotel\, 101 E Retta Esplanade\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950 CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-Over-Breakfast-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T183000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194957 CREATED:20260503T205834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T205838Z UID:10000338-1787074200-1787077800@puntagordachamber.com SUMMARY:Business After Hours: Military Heritage Museum DESCRIPTION:glasses for wine and champagne from crystal\n\n\n\nUnwind and connect with fellow Chamber members at our Business After Hours networking event!Join us for relaxed conversation\, valuable connections\, and a chance to build relationships with local professionals at the Military Heritage Museum. \n\n\n\n🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location: \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEnjoy great company\, light refreshments\, and meaningful networking with the local business community.Please RSVP below. URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-after-hours-military-heritage-museum/ LOCATION:Military Heritage Museum\, 900 W Marion Ave\, Punta Gorda\, FL\, 33950\, United States CATEGORIES:Business After Hours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://puntagordachamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Business-After-Hours-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR