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SUMMARY:City Council Candidate Q&A with the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 22 | 5:30–7:00 PMPunta Gorda Isles Civic Association2001 Shreve St\, Punta Gorda\, FL 33950 \n\n\n\nSEATS ARE LIMITED- RSVP BELOW \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest Moderator: Stacey Deffenbaugh Meyer \n\n\n\nYour city. Your businesses. Your community. Your vote. \n\n\n\nLocal elections matter. The decisions made at City Hall directly impact our businesses\, our economy\, our neighborhoods\, and the future of Punta Gorda.On Tuesday\, September 22\, the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce invites our community to join us for a City Council Candidate Q&A\, featuring the candidates running in Punta Gorda’s contested City Council races. \n\n\n\n📅 Tuesday\, September 22⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Punta Gorda Chamber is a nonpartisan organization\, and this event is not about telling anyone how to vote. It’s about giving voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates about the issues affecting our city…particularly business\, economic development\, tourism\, growth\, infrastructure\, and Punta Gorda’s future.And we want our business community involved in the conversation.❓ What do YOU want to ask the candidates?Business owners and Chamber members are encouraged to submit questions they would like to see addressed during the forum. Please email your questions to smclaughlin@puntagorda-chamber.com for consideration.The Chamber will select the questions in advance\, but candidates will not receive the specific questions beforehand. We want our community to hear authentic answers and see how each candidate thinks about the opportunities and challenges facing Punta Gorda.Political neutrality should never mean civic disengagement.Come informed. Hear the candidates. Learn where they stand.Then\, when Election Day arrives\, make your voice heard. \n\n\n\nOPEN TO THE PUBLIC • ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND  \n\n\n\nSEATS ARE LIMITED- RSVP BELOW
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/city-council-candidate-qa-with-the-punta-gorda-chamber-of-commerce/
LOCATION:Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association\, 2001 Shreve St\, Punta Gorda\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Free Community Events
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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: \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-4/
LOCATION:Florida
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T073000
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SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: Valerie's House
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 Valerie’s House. \n\n\n\n🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM📍 Location: \n\n\n\n\n\n☕ Come early\, connect\, and build meaningful relationships with fellow local professionals.Please RSVP below.
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-valeries-house-2/
LOCATION:Valerie’s House\, 233 East McKenzie St\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Neighborhood Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:THE CITY OF PUNTA GORDA & THE PUNTA GORDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCEARE PROUD TO HOST THETHIRD ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD FALL FESTIVAL \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free\, family-friendly festival kicks off the holiday season and celebrates communityconnections that make Punta Gorda special! \n\n\n\n This year will feature free food\, a costume contest\, trick or treating\, games\, arts & crafts\, a dessert walk\, live entertainment\, and threebrand-new elements: a “Bewitching Beasts” pet category added to the costume contest\, a SponsorCorner for swag giveaways and a Nonprofit Expo where attendees can explore opportunities to get more involved with local nonprofits!  \n\n\n\nLast year’s festival had over 800 attendees\, more than 25 trick-or-treat partners\, and dozens of local business sponsors.With your help\, we can make 2026 even bigger and better! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWith YOUR support\, we hope to make the 2026 festival bigger and better\,continuing the City’s commitment to celebration and community fun!As a Fall Festival sponsor\, you gain visibility in the community while aligning your brand with fun\,togetherness\, and Harborside Hometown pride.There will be plenty of opportunities for digital promotion\, in-person engagement\, andrelationship building with residents\, visitors\, and other local businesses \n\n\n\n\nBE A 2026 NEIGHBORHOOD FALL FESTIVAL SPONSOR!\n\n\n\n\nBuzzworthy Bites SponsorThe fastest way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! This sponsor helpscover the cost of the community meal provided free of charge to attendees and eventvolunteers\, and enjoys top-tier sponsorship benefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Food Sponsored By [Your Company]” event signage andsignage in the food preparation and serving areas– Option for sponsor staff to host a fall-themed interactive activity or game– Premium placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\,or discount coupons– Opportunity for sponsor staff to volunteer with food service– Top placement in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Featured mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Framed certificate of appreciation and event photo. \n\n\n\nVIP (Very Important Party) SponsorA sure way to get the party started! This sponsor covers the cost of the fun\, likemusical entertainment\, inflatables\, or a dunk tank\, and enjoys top-tier sponsorshipbenefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Entertainment Sponsored By [Your Company]” eventsignage and signage in the entertainment areas– Premium placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\,or discount coupons– Top placement in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Featured mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Option for sponsor staff to host a fall-themed interactive activity or game– Option to introduce musical entertainment (subject to entertainer approval)– Framed certificate of appreciation and event photo \n\n\n\nFright & Delight SponsorEncourage the creative vibes – from spooky to trendy and everything in between!This sponsor covers the cost of the costume contest and prizes\, and enjoyssponsorship benefits including: \n\n\n\n– Logo and branded “Costume Contest Sponsored By [Your Company]” eventsignage and signage in the costume contest areas– Dedicated placement at the Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\,giveaways\, or discount coupons– Featured inclusion in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accountsMentions in the City’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Option to participate in contest judging– Certificate of appreciation and event photo with costume contest winners \n\n\n\nPunta Gorda PowerhouseIt take a village! Make festival dreams a reality with entry-level sponsorship to coverdecorations\, promotional materials\, candy\, game supplies\, and more! Sponsorshipbenefits include: \n\n\n\n– Logo included in event signage– Inclusion in digital promotion on the City’s social media accounts– Mentions in the City’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Certificate of appreciation \n\n\n\nCustom SponsorshipSponsorships comes in all shapes and sizes! This custom sponsor could providedonations for services\, volunteers\, event promotion\, supplies or materials – thepossibilities are endless! Sponsorship benefits include: \n\n\n\n– Logo included in event signage– Placement at Sponsor Corner to provide branded swag\, giveaways\, or discountcoupons (available to sponsorships valued at $500 or more)– Inclusion in digital promotion on theCity’s social media accounts– Mentions in theCity’s Weekly Highlights Report (5K+ subscribers)– Certificate of appreciation \n\n\n\n*For Custom Sponsorship\, please contact the Chamber at reception@puntagorda-chamber.com
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/3rd-annual-neighborhood-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Laishley Park\, 100 Nesbit St\, Punta Gorda\, FL\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Free Community Events
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SUMMARY:Business After Hours: Illusion's Salon and Spa
DESCRIPTION:two cups of coffee on the table. morning breakfast at the cafe\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 Illusion’s Salon and Spa \n\n\n\n🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location: \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-illusions-salon-and-spa/
LOCATION:Illusion’s Salon and Spa\, 115 Taylor Street\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours
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SUMMARY:Networking Luncheon: Wild Orchid
DESCRIPTION:Connect\, collaborate\, and build relationships with fellow Chamber members at our Monthly Networking Luncheon! \n\n\n\nWe are proud to have the owners of Modern Era as our guest speakers for this event. \n\n\n\nTake a break in the middle of your day to enjoy great conversation\, meaningful connections\, and networking with local professionals at Wild Orchid. \n\n\n\n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: \n\n\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-wild-orchid/
LOCATION:Wild Orchid\, 124 Cross St\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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SUMMARY:Business After Hours: Centennial Bank
DESCRIPTION:Unwind 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 Centennial Bank . \n\n\n\n🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 Location: \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-centennial-bank-3/
LOCATION:Centennial Bank\, 401 Taylor Street\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business After Hours
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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-7/
LOCATION:Florida
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T073000
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CREATED:20260521T000732Z
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SUMMARY:Business Over Breakfast: Friends of the Punta Gorda Library
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 Friends of the Punta Gorda Library \n\n\n\n🕢 Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM📍 Location: \n\n\n\n\n\n☕ Come early\, connect\, and build meaningful relationships with fellow local professionals.Please RSVP below.
URL:https://puntagordachamber.com/event/business-over-breakfast-friends-of-the-punta-gorda-library/
LOCATION:Friends of the Punta Gorda Library\, 401 Shreve Street\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950
CATEGORIES:Business Over Breakfast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T120000
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SUMMARY:Combined Networking Luncheon and Holiday Party: TT's Tiki Bar
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 TT’s Tiki Bar. \n\n\n\n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: \n\n\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/combined-networking-luncheon-tts-tiki-bar/
LOCATION:TT’s Tiki Bar\, 33 Tamiami Trail\, Punta Gorda\, Florida\, 33950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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