Bay County Chamber of Commerce

Hurricane Milton Relief Supplies Drive!
2024-10-17 06:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Florida
LYNN HAVEN WALMART

Sunset Social
2024-10-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Residences at SweetBay, 3100 SweetBay Ave., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Join us for the exclusive Sunset Social at the stunning Residences at SweetBay! We are excited to gather in this beautiful setting for an evening of connection and celebration. A special thanks to our incredible sponsors, FrameShaping LLC and the Clemons Company, for making this event possible. Their support helps us create unforgettable moments in the heart of our community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network and relax as the sun sets over SweetBay!

Holiday Jingle & Mingle
2024-10-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Hyatt Place PCB, 15727 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
It is a great opportunity to network with local businesses and view the meeting and event spaces available to book. Whether you’re in need of a venue to host your company’s holiday party or need a space for training and meetings, our gulf-front event venue is the ideal backdrop for any occasion. We’ll feature holiday-themed light bites and cocktails throughout the hotel for you to enjoy. ????

We will have three designated timeslots for the expo, though you are not constricted to your selected time. The following timeslots are available:

4:00 PM-5:00 PM

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

6:00 PM-7:00 PM

RSVPs are preferred but not required. Please RSVP with your preferred timeslot to katie.griffitts@hyatt.com by Monday, September 23 at 5:00 PM.

Bay Chamber Connect Group 3 Lunch Meeting
2024-10-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Gary’s Oyster Shack, 1320 N. Tyndall Pkwy., Panama City, Florida, 32404, United States
Bay Chamber Connect Groups offer a unique opportunity for Chamber members to build relationships, share referrals, and grow their businesses together.

Ready to expand your network? Click here to learn more!

Panama City Symphony Presents: Nightmare on the Bay: Mischief at the Masquerade Ball
2024-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Barbara W. Nelson Fine Arts Center, 1200 Harrison Ave., Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
It’s a lavish masquerade ball, and a full orchestra is set to perform – but the MAESTRO IS MISSING! Join us for a fantastic evening of mischief, deception, and music. Experience unexpected twists and turns and a daring escape for a stunning conclusion you won’t want to miss.

https://panamacitysymphony.org/product/mischief-at-the-masquerade-ball

Suicide Awareness Summit
2024-10-11 08:30 - 13:30 | FSU PC, 4750 Collegiate Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Join us for our annual Suicide Awareness Summit at FSU Panama City in the St. Joe Lecture Hall inside the Holley Academic Building. This is a free event open to the community that will discuss issues and solutions surrounding mental health and suicide.

This year’s summit theme is “Hope in Suicide Prevention: Where Do We Find It?” The keynote speaker is Dr. Scott Poland, Director of the Suicide and Violence Prevention Office, Nova Southeastern University.

Evidence-based training will be provided to participants. This is an in-person event. Two Continuing Education (CE) credits are available at no charge for licensed mental health professionals who attend the full event in person, thanks to the generous contributions of the sponsors of this year’s annual Suicide Awareness Summit. 2.0 CEUs provided through GCSC, an approved provider (50-833) of contact hours (2) for LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, CMSW, RN, APRN, LPN.

The event will be livestreamed on YouTube on the Florida State University Panama City channel, accessible here: 2024 FSU Suicide Summit – YouTube. CEs are not available for anyone watching the event on livestream during or after the summit.

Sporting Clay Tournament
2024-10-11 08:00 | Bay County Shooting Range, 10900 Steel Field Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413, United States
Challenge your colleagues in a friendly, competitive sporting clay tournament. This event is a great opportunity to step out of the office and into the great outdoors on a challenging sporting clay course. Pre-registration is required. For more information contact Patrick Chapin at Patrick@baychamberfl.com

FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory Lecture Series
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:00 | FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory, 3618 Coastal Highway 98, St. Teresa, Florida, 32358, United States

Pirates of the High Seas Kick-Off Party
2024-10-10 18:00 - 21:30 | KODY Event Center, 7550 Holley Wood Rd., Panama City, Florida, 32408, United States
Come and join the Krewe of Dominique Youx at our Pirates of the High Seas Festival Kick-off and Deck Dedication Party.

This will be an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, great food, OPEN BAR and a great time with friends. Plenty of parking available and free shuttle service will be provided.

Menu includes: Prime Rib Sliders, Friend Jumbo Shrimp and Whitefish, Bacon Wrapped Scallops, Fried Chicken Fingers, Tossed Garden Salad, Dips, Fruit Trays and much more!!

When: October 10th, from 6:00 – 9:30 pm.

Cost – $129 per person

Proceeds to benefit:

Anchorage Children’s Home, Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center, and Toys For Kids

When Banks Say "No"
2024-10-09 14:00 - 15:15 | Online
It’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact, 75-80% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides an overview of alternative funding options for small business owners who need money to start, support, or grow their businesses.

Takeaways you’ll receive from this webinar:

1. Hope! A “no” from the bank is not the end of the road. There are many options available for nearly any business situation.

2. Understanding! We’ll explain many funding options that banks just don’t offer. One might be just what you need.

3. Direction! When you identify one or two loan options that work for you, you can take the steps towards acquiring that money to start, support, or grow your business.

Bay Chamber Connect Group 1 Lunch Meeting
2024-10-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Sonny’s BBQ, 2240 S. Hwy. 77, Lynn Haven, FL, 32444, United States

GCSC's Faculty & Friends Recital
2024-10-06 14:30 - 16:30 | GCSC Amelia Center Theatre, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Mark your calendars for an evening filled with music and laughter as Gulf Coast State College’s Visual & Performing Arts Division proudly presents GCSC Faculty & Friends Music Recital.

The event brings together the talents of GCSC’s own faculty, staff, and friends to create a musical journey that covers a variety of music with a few surprises you don’t want to miss.

The event is free and open to the community. Donations will be accepted for the VPA scholarship fund.

Event details:

Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024

Time: 2:30 p.m. CST

Location: Amelia Tapper Center on the GCSC Panama City Campus

For additional information, please contact Visual & Performing Arts at (850) 872-3886 or visit www.gulfcoast.edu/arts.

Krewe of St. Andrews Halloween Party
2024-10-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Krewe of St. Andrews, 1561 Chandlee Avenue, Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States

Musically Up Close
2024-10-04 14:30 - 15:30 | City Hall Downtown Panama City, 501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Musically Up Close presented by Parks, Culture and Recreation and the Panama City Symphony. A captivating blend of classical and contemporary compositions performed by the talented musicians of the Panama City Symphony and special guests.

Sponsored by Parks, Culture and Recreation.

All concerts held at the City Hall Rotunda, 501 Harrison Ave., Panama City, FL 32401

First Friday
2024-10-04 07:30 - 09:00 | FSU PC, 4750 Collegiate Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Come to the Chamber’s most popular event and experience networking, refreshments, and learn how our partners are Building a Better Bay!

Program: Infrastructure Surtax

Commercial Real Estate: Essential Strategies for Small Business Success
2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Unlock the potential of commercial real estate to elevate your small business! This comprehensive workshop is designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to navigate the complexities of the commercial real estate market with confidence.

Join us for an engaging session where we’ll cover:

Understanding Commercial Real Estate vs. Residential: Discover the fundamental differences and why they matter for your business.
Defining Your Needs: Learn how to assess and articulate your unique business requirements to find the perfect commercial space.
Navigating the Transaction Process: Gain insights into the essential steps for buying, leasing, and investing in commercial properties, including best practices and common pitfalls to avoid.
Financing Fundamentals: Prepare yourself with the knowledge needed for successful commercial real estate financing, from understanding loan options to preparing necessary documentation.
Whether you’re looking to lease your first office space or expand your existing footprint, this event will provide you with actionable strategies and valuable resources to make informed decisions and achieve your business goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with an industry expert and fellow entrepreneurs.

Join us and take the next step towards your small business success in the world of commercial real estate.

2nd Annual Health & Lifestyle Fair
2024-10-02 11:00 - 18:00 | FSU PC, 4750 Collegiate Dr., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
Free Coffee, prizes & giveaways, food trucks, and over 80 vendors!

2024 Central Panhandle Fair In Bay County
2024-10-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Bay County Fairgrounds, 2230 15th St., Panama City, Florida, 32405, United States
https://baycountyfair.org/event/2024-bay-county-fair

FAFSA Guidance
2024-09-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Get Support Creating your FSA ID on September 30.

Individuals planning to complete the FAFSA for tuition assistance can get help creating their FSA ID, required to complete the FAFSA. The FSA ID event will be held on both the GCSC Panama City Campus (Student Union West, first floor) and Gulf Franklin Campus (Building B), Monday, September 30, 2024, from 4-6 pm CST/4-6 pm EST. The events are free to attend and open to the public.

Toast on the Coast
2024-09-28 15:00 - 19:00 | Henderson Beach Resort, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, 32541
The Junior League of the Emerald Coast invites you to join us at the Henderson Beach Resort for our second annual Toast on the Coast charity event. Toast on the Coast is an elevated food and beverage style festival benefitting the Junior League of the Emerald Coast enabling us to continue funding our charity the Child Clothing Project.

VIP Hour: 3-4pm
General Admission 4-7pm

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toast-on-the-coast-2024-tickets-917364019477?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cocktails for a Cause Drawdown Party
2024-09-27 18:00 - 22:00 | The Sapp House, 224 E 3rd Ct, Panama City, 32401
A lively and fun cocktail party featuring butler passed champagne and appetizers, Sommelier-curated pairings of Fine Wines & Chef Philippe’s culinary creations, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, and all the drawdown excitement to the $10,000 GRAND PRIZE WINNER.
The drawdown ticket puts you in the reverse raffle for the $10,000 grand prize AND gives 1 entry into the Cocktail Party! The draw down to the winning ticket will happen at the Cocktails for a Cause Drawdown Party which will be held Friday, Sept 27th at The Sapp House.

Tickets are available with an insurance option for $25 (limit 3 / ticket). Insurance puts your ticket back in play – as the object is to be the last ticket drawn. All proceeds from the event benefit Girls Inc of Bay County.

Limit 500 tickets; Must be at least 21 years of age to participate in drawing or event; Official rules can be found at Club360bay.org.

Toast on the Coast Celebration Dinner
2024-09-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Henderson Beach Resort, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, 32541
The Junior League of the Emerald Coast invites you to join us at the Henderson Beach Resort for an intimate dinner celebrating our second annual Toast on the Coast charity event. Chef Tyler Simmons has curated a five-course dinner with wine pairings hand-selected by The Henderson Beach Resort sommelier, Christopher Matthew.

Toast on the Coast is an elevated food and beverage style festival benefitting the Junior League of the Emerald Coast enabling us to continue funding our charity the Child Clothing Project.

Humble House Presents: Swing 2 Save Golf Tournament
2024-09-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Legacy Golf Club, 100 Fairway Blvd., Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, United States

FSU Coastal & Marine Lab Lecture Series
2024-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 | FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory, 3618 Coastal Highway 98, St. Teresa, Florida, 32358, United States

Starting a Business
2024-09-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Lynn Haven Garden Club, 307 Ohio Ave, Lynn Haven, 32444
So you’ve got that business idea. You may not know the first steps, or you may want some guidance on if you’re taking the right steps. Let’s work with the ideas that have been forming in your head and see if we can make them into a tangible, feasible small business. In this three-hour workshop, we’ll take a deep dive into the following aspects of setting up a successful business:

Is there a need for your product or service?
Can you make money at it?
Are you the right person to bring this to market?
Is this business compatible with your personal goals?
What rules, laws, and licensing apply to your business?
What are funding options for your business?
What about marketing strategies, legal structures, and taxation?
What are your available resources?
Also, after attending this workshop you’ll have access to a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to assist you at no cost as you create your business plan and move toward your goals!

Looking to replace the Start a Business that is currently on your community events with this one instead since there has been a change on the speaker as well as the graphic. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Tech Talk Tuesday: What to Do When Disaster Strikes
2024-09-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Florida
Prepare for the unexpected with our workshop, ‘What to Do When Disaster Strikes.’ Geared towards business owners, managers, and individuals alike, this session provides invaluable insights and actionable strategies for effectively navigating and recovering from unforeseen disasters. Whether facing natural disasters, cyber incidents, or other emergencies, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of emergency response planning, risk mitigation, and business continuity. Learn how to develop and implement effective contingency plans, ensuring your organization can not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Join us for a proactive and informative workshop that equips you with the skills needed to confidently tackle challenges when disaster strikes.

The Civil War on St. Andrews Bay
2024-09-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Bay County Public Library, 898 W 11th St., Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Saltmaking, the 1863 skirmish, and the subsequent bombardment of Old Town along with a short video will be presented.

National Diaper Awareness Week
2024-09-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Florida
Diaper need affects countless families across our community, making it difficult for parents to provideessential hygiene products for their children. By joining forces, we can make a significant impact and helpalleviate this critical issue.Event Details:What: Diaper Awareness Week CampaignWhen: September 23 – September 27, 2024Where: 5028 Tennessee Capital Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32303Donations Accepted: Now through September 29th

How You Can Help: Get Involved: Organizations and businesses are encouraged to join our campaign. Partner with us to serveas collection sites or host your own diaper drives.Recognition for Donors:All donors will be recognized during the Diaper Awareness Week events for their generous contributions. We believe in honoring those who support our mission, and every donation, no matter the size, makes adifference. Join Us in Making a Difference!Let’s come together as a community to support families in need during National Diaper Need AwarenessWeek. Together, we can ensure that every child has access to the essential items they need to thrive.For more information or to partner with us, please contact Dria M at 850-270-3679 orinfo@weecarediaperbank.org.Together, we can make a change!

Donate Diapers: We are accepting new, unopened packages of diapers of all sizes. Your contributions willbe distributed to families in need during National Diaper Awareness Week.

Spread the Word: Share this initiative within your networks. Help us raise awareness about diaper need and the importance of access to diapers for all families.

Banned Books Week
2024-09-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Gulf Coast State College, 5230 W. Hwy. 98, Panama City, Florida, 32401, United States
Celebrate Banned Books Week September 22-28.

Banned Books Week is September 22-28, 2024. This year’s theme is “Freed Between the LInes”, and GCSC will be hosting events throughout the week to celebrate the freedom to read.

Panama City Symphony Presents: A Grand Bohemian Celebration
2024-09-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Barbara W. Nelson Fine Arts Center, 1200 Harrison Ave., Panama City, FL, 32401, United States
Grand castles and beautiful landscapes set the scene for the Symphony’s 29th season opener. From Dvorak’s Slavonic Dances to Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, the Symphony traverses a musical landscape steeped in tradition and rich history and celebrates the contributions of renowned Czech composer Bedřich Smetana on the 200th anniversary of his birth. The romantic melodies from Don Quixote and familiar rhythms of the Beer Barrel Polka create lasting memories of opening night.

https://panamacitysymphony.org/product/a-grand-bohemian-celebration
