The Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce Generation Ormond (GO)
165 W. Granada Blvd
Ormond Beach, FL. 32174
Office: 386-677-3454
Fax: 386-677-4363
www.OrmondChamber.com
Tony Capozzi, Executive Director
Phone: 386-677-3454
Email: Tony@Ormondchamber.com
Generation Ormond (GO) celebrates the kick-off of the holiday season this Thursday
ORMOND BEACH, FL (Wednesday, November 30, 2011) – The GO committee has scheduled their annual Go Merry Mingle Holiday Social. “This is a great time of year for networking and for social events,” says Tony Capozzi, “the GO committee is one of the first groups to kick off the season with an event for both.”
This Thursday, December 1 join the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce and the GO Committee for their GO Merry Mingle at Ormond Lanes from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fun for the whole family can be had with free bowling from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. shoes are $3. Door prizes, drink specials and like every GO event – networking. Santa will also be making an appearance.
When: Thursday, December 1 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Ormond Lanes, 260 N. US1 in Ormond Beach
What: “GO Merry Mingle Holiday Social”
Cost: Free
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About Generation Ormond (GO)
Motivate. Educate. Network. GO Succeed!
Generation Ormond (GO) is the multi-generational division of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce. GO helps local businesses and professionals succeed in our community. GO is open to the public.
Doing Business in Ormond Beach Free Seminar
ORMOND BEACH, FL (Thursday, October 20, 2011) – The GO committee of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce is pleased to support the business needs of their members and prospects once again by offering a free seminar on Doing Business in Ormond Beach. Featuring guests speakers Joe Mannarino, Executive Development Director of the City of Ormond Beach and Maggie Sacks, Executive Director of Ormond Beach Main Street.
Topics include but are limited to securing a storefront, tapping into grant funding and tax abatement. “Part of the mission of the GO committee is to motivate, educate and network and by hosting another informative seminar in our community is a way the group is respecting their mission,” said Tony Capozzi, Executive Director of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce.
The seminar will be held on Thursday, November 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Casements. For more information please contact the chamber office at 386-677-3454 or sign up for the free email newsletter by emailing Ivey at Ivey@OrmondChamber.com.
When: Thursday, November 3 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Casements – 25 Riverside Drive in Ormond BeachWhat: Doing Business in Ormond Beach
Cost: Free
About Generation Ormond (GO) Motivate. Educate. Network. GO Succeed!Generation Ormond (GO) is the multi-generational division of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce. GO helps local businesses and professionals succeed in our community. GO is open to the public.
The seminar will be held on Thursday, November 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Casements. For more information please contact the chamber office at 386-677-3454 or sign up for the free email newsletter by emailing Ivey at Ivey@OrmondChamber.com.
When: Thursday, November 3 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Casements – 25 Riverside Drive in Ormond Beach
Where: The Casements – 25 Riverside Drive in Ormond Beach
What: Doing Business in Ormond Beach
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
About Generation Ormond (GO) Motivate. Educate. Network. GO Succeed!
Generation Ormond (GO) is the multi-generational division of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce. GO helps local businesses and professionals succeed in our community. GO is open to the public.
COMMERCIAL ARTIST JAMES RODRIGUEZ DESIGNS DOWNTOWN ARTS DISTRICT BANNER
James Rodriguez, professional commercial artists has graciously donated his design of the approved Ormond Beach Arts District logo to be used on our new street banners. Rodriguez was educated at F.I.T. and Parsons. His works are on display in shows and galleries in New York City, the Caribbean and Amsterdam. He recently held a show at the James Harper Fine Arts Gallery , 44 West Granada in downtown Ormond Beach. Visit his website here.
The first goal of Ormond MainStreet has been to brand the district. The new banners will increase public awareness and interest in our Ormond Beach Arts District..New art related businesses are already inquiring about space to lease and additional festive activities are being planned for the east and west side of Granada Blvd.
The white background emulates the sandy beaches, the blue/green lettering represents the sea and waterways; the sun combines three components: Florida as the ‘Sunshine State’, the reddish swirls constitute the hub of artistic activity and the ascent of the sun depicts the dawn of a new level of culture and activities in our downtown.
Thank you James Rodriguez for sharing your talents with Ormond Beach!
Ormond Beach to Update Strategic Economic Development Plan
The City of Ormond Beach Economic Development Department is looking for a few good Ormond Beach residents to participate in the update of the 5-year Strategic Economic Development Plan. The first ever Economic Development Plan was created in 2006 through a day long workshop that included members of various City boards, committees, community organizations, and residents of Ormond Beach.
Joe Mannarino, the City’s Economic Development Director, who facilitated the workshop with the economic development consultant Strategic Planning Group, is reaching out to encourage community participation in the update of the 2011 Strategic Economic Development plan. The workshop will allow the Economic Development Department to formulate a draft Strategic Economic Development Plan that will be presented to the City Commission for their review and approval.
The Strategic Economic Development Plan workshop will be held on Saturday, September 17, at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 2nd Floor Blue Room, 399 North US 1 from 8:30am-2pm. The itinerary includes a presentation of the Ormond Beach Economic Profile, review of the current Strategic Economic Development Plan accomplishments, and grouping participants into teams to prepare recommendations on the Plan’s goals and objectives.
Following the lunch break, participants will review and discuss their findings and recommendations that will formulate the draft Strategic Economic Development Plan that will be used to guide the City’s economic development efforts for the next three years.
To participate, you must be an Ormond Beach resident and be ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute during the workshop process. To better plan for the workshop, we request that you RSVP by September 10, 2011, to Joe Mannarino at 386-676-3266 or email mannarino@ormondbeach.org
Regulatory Fairness Forum for Small Business
Central Florida Small business owners will have an opportunity to discuss issues regarding Federal regulatory compliance and enforcement during this Forum.
Have you or a small business owner you know been unfairly fined or penalized by a Federal government agency, or is a Federal agency enforcement action imminent?
WHO: SBA National Ombudsman Esther H. Vassar will meet with members of the area small business community to hear issues and comments about federal regulatory enforcement and compliance actions. Small business owners, representatives of trade associations and community and business leaders are invited to participate, comment about compliance actions and enforcement of regulations by federal agencies and learn more about the impact of federal regulations on small businesses.
Orlando based SBA Regional Small Business Regulatory Fairness Board members Emilio Perez and William J. Patton are your local resources regarding regulatory fairness issues. Mr. Perez will have the honor of introducing the National Ombudsman at the forum.
WHAT: To create a more cooperative regulatory environment among federal agencies and small businesses, Congress has directed the SBA and the National Ombudsman to hold Regulatory Fairness forums for small businesses. The National Ombudsman will direct any specific issues addressed at this forum to the appropriate Federal agency for a higher-level review of fairness of the enforcement action.
WHERE: La Prensa Newspaper's Community Room
685 South Ronald Regan Blvd.
Longwood, Florida 32750
WHEN: Wednesday, September 7, 2011
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Members of the small business community, trade organizations and media are encouraged to attend.
RSVPs should be made to the SBA North Florida District Office at (904) 443-1933 or by email to nayana.sen@sba.gov before the forum. Small business owners or representatives unable to attend can contact the National Ombudsman for further assistance.
For additional information, visit the Office of the National Ombudsman's website at
www.sba.gov/ombudsman.
DOWNTOWN UPDATES
The inaugural Celtic Festival was embraced by the whole community and our hotel rooms and restaurants were booming. This is a festival Ormond MainStreet will definitely bring to you each and every year with authentic music, dance and food.
We are in full swing again planning for the Ormond Seafood & Blues Festival on March 14th-15th at Rockefeller Gardens. Many of your favorite local restaurants will participate; “Blues” groups will perform on two stages continuously along with a continuous Jam Tent from 10am -10pm on Saturday and 10 am-5pm on Sunday. The Children’s Corner” will return with “walk on water balls”, “rock climbing” face painting and all the favorites for your little ones. Ormond MainStreet and Ormond Beach Leisure Services will again bring you a terrific family fun filled weekend.
Maria Bonita Restaurant is being re-developed near the corner of U.S. 1 and West Granada and is slated to open in May. Billy’s Tap Room now has new owners and will soon open. Ormond MainStreet is planning a celebration to welcome back our historic “Billy’s” and “Maria Bonita”.
Downtown Ormond Beach continues to grow with new businesses, job opportunities, vitality, beauty and historic significance.
Change Your Life with Florida Hospital Challenge℠
We invite you, your spouses, friends and co-workers to sign-up for the Change Your Life with Florida Hospital Challenge℠. This FREE program is designed to improve the health, nutrition and outlook of each participant aged 35-64 through weekly activities! Join us Sunday, April 3 at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center, for a FREE cardiovascular baseline screening. Please feel free to pass this email to anyone who you think may be interested. I’ve also attached a flier that you can hang up wherever you’d like. Thank you for your continued work and partnership with Florida Hospital.
Whiskey Tasting at Lulu's Oceanside Grill - Friday, March 18th
Whiskey Tasting at Lulu's Oceanside Grill - Friday, March 18th, 2011
30 S. Atlantic Avenue Ormond Beach - Call 386 673-2641 - 5:00 - 6:30pm
Advance reservations suggested
A Whiskey Tasting featuring the finest Irish and Scotch whiskeys
Just before the Friday night concert at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center
Tickets (seating LIMITED) - $15 in advance - $20 at the door (if there's room)
For more information click here
Celtic Evening of Music at the Ormond Performing Arts Center
Kick off your Celtic Weekend of fun! “Legacy”, “Acoustic Eidolon” and High Steppin Irish Dancers will be
featured at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center Friday March 18th at 7 pm. Tickets are $17.50.
For more information click here
Reserve your tickets today by calling 386 676-3375
Business of the Month!
Downtown Ormond Beach is fortunate to have high quality and diverse shops and restaurants.
LuLu’s Oceanside Grill is one of the gems. Their food is delicious, the service is impeccable and the atmosphere is always FUN! Check out their Sunday morning breakfast served from 8 am – noon every week. You can enjoy your visit inside with high Def TVs or on their beautiful patio with the ocean breezes often with live music. 30 S. Atlantic Avenue, downtown Ormond Beach.
Come out every Tuesday for the 5K Fun Run from 6-8pm. $10 donation to benefit Ormond MainStreet and LuLu’s plans a different route each week. Grab your sneakers and bring the whole family for an evening of great fun. Free buffet, free water, two free beers or wines and live music every Tuesday night.
Upcoming special events include St. Patty’s Day on March 17th. Live music, full Irish menu and drink specials….wear your green..best costume wins $100. Enter a raffle for the Kayak give-away with the drawing during the celebration.
Friday March 18th LuLu’s will kick off the Ormond Beach Celtic Festival weekend with a “Whiskey Tasting” from 5 pm – 6:30 pm. Advance tickets are $15 and at the door $20 if there is room left. Call 673-2641 for reservations. Check them out on faceook or text “LuLus” to 90901.
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Ormond Celtic Music Festival
Ormond Beach MainStreet is producing a Premier Celtic Music Festival to be held Saturday March 19th 10 am – 10 pm and Sunday March 20th 10 am – 5 pm. Authentic Celtic Music and Dancers will perform on two stages continuously both days. A Jam Tent will also be set up for all music lovers to bring their instruments and play and music workshops will be included.
If you love the Celtic Culture, you will have the time of your life with over thirty different musical performers plus Axe Throwing Demonstrations, Highland Games, authentic Celtic Food and bakery items, Jewelry, Dry Goods and lots of Clans. The Rosy O’Grady Pipe Band will lead the parade of the Tartans. Special Children’s Activites will be provided by the Ormond Beach YMCA.
Beer and Wine Garden will feature imports and domestic. Admission is $5 and Children under 12 FREE. $2 Admission Coupons available at most downtown Ormond businesses.
For information check out www.ormondcelticmusicfest.com or call 386 451-2138
Sponsors include Ritchey Autos, Bright House Networks, Daytona Beach News-Journal and Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Oceanside, S. R. Perrott.
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Maggie Sacks
386 451-2138
maggie@ormondmainstreet.com
Ormond Beach Mainstreet Presents Celtic Music Festival
The Celtic Music Festival will kick off on March 18th with a 7 pm concert at Performing Arts Center of Ormond Beach featuring “Acoustic Eidolon” and “Legacy” and Irish Dance Troupes. Ticket information 386 676-3375
The Festival opens on Saturday March 19th from 10 am – 10 pm at Rockefeller Gardens at 25 Riverside Drive in historic downtown Ormond Beach. Sunday March 20th 10 am – 5 pm.
Twenty five Celtic performers, pipers and dancers will entertain continuously on two stages and a jam tent and work shop is open to all who wish to bring their instruments.
Dine and shop at our varied authentic Celtic food and dry goods vendors. Dining choices include fish and chips, Scones, Haggis, American Food, Thai and gourmet foods from around the world.
Beer and wine garden is sponsored by S. R. Perrott with choices of domestics and around
the world.
Don’t miss the Flying Hawkes Axe Throwing with demonstrations, instructions and contests.
Admission is $5 and children under 12 FREE. $2 Admission coupons are available at downtown businesses.
For further information check our web site www.ormondcelticmusicfestival.com or call 386 451-2138. Vendor space is available.
Bring the family and join the fun!
Sponsors include Ritchey Autos, News-Journal, Bright House Networks, Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Oceanside, the City of Ormond Beach, Volusia County and S. R. Perrott
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Maggie Sacks
Ormond MainStreet, Inc.
386 451-2138
maggie@ormondmainstreet.com
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