On October ^17h and 18^th , Celebration Town Center transforms before your very eyes as the falling leaves of the season drop on Market Street in the Fall Festival known as Oktoberfest. Listen for the rustling of leaves, relax by the lakeside and rock your troubles away, and enjoy the live music with family and friends in this one-of-a-kind themed extravaganza.

On Friday October ^17th Oktoberfest will be celebrated in the old-world German tradition featuring the sounds of Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten. Come join in on the interactive live show featuring everything from yodeling to crowd sing-a-long fun.

Then, come back on October 18^th as Celebration Town Center welcomes Central Florida’s finest- The Jonnie Morgan Band and Jason Domulot.

Hop on a hayride, dance to terrific live music, paint a pumpkin, or just stroll and enjoy the crisp fall air and enjoy the great savings at the lakeside promenade.

Leaves fall daily at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 PM.

Parking and Admission are FREE!!!

There is something for everyone at this one of a kind Fall Festival presented by Lexin and sponsored in part by Melia Suite Hotel, Axis Magazine, The Celebration Town Tavern, and the Experience Kissimmee

Come early, Stay Late, and have fun at Celebration’s ^7th Annual Oktoberfest!!!!

Here is the schedule of events:

October 17
5:30 PM DJ Tami Begins/Pumpkin Painting Begins

6:10-7:00 PM Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten

7:00 PM Leaves Fall

7:15-8:00 PM Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten

8:00 PM Leaves Fall

8:15-9:00 PM Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten

9:00 PM Leaves Fall

9:15-10:00 PM Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten

10:00 PM Event Ends

October 18
5:00 PM DJ Tami Begins/Pumpkin Painting Begins

5:45-7:00 PM Jason Domulot

7:00 PM Leaves Fall

7:15-8:00 PM The Jonnie Morgan Band

8:00 PM Leaves Fall

8:15-9:00 PM The Jonnie Morgan Band

9:00 PM Leaves Fall

9:15-10:00 PM The Jonnie Morgan Band

10:30 PM Event Ends

October 11 is another installment of Art and Wine Stroll. Join us downtown Celebration as we appreciate local art and wines as we stroll down the main street. Celebration’s downtown is a traditional retail and business district modeled after those found in small American towns. Retail shops, restaurants, a town hall, post office, and offices  are among the downtown businesses. Many of these buildings are situated along a wide promenade circling a lake.

Join the Celebration Chamber of Commerce on May 6 for another networking opportunity through Lunch, Munch and Learn. This month’s focus is on Educating the Business Community on CareerSource  Central Florida.

Guest speaker is Jose Calvo a Business Account Representative  for CaeerSource Central Florida.

Come to the Bohemian Hotel at 11:30am-1pm. This event is $15 per person.

This is a reminder of the December 18th CAC Board meeting. We will meet at Stetson University at 8:30am.

Guest speaker Tom Griffin will give a great presentation, do not miss out!

For more information contact,  ebaggett@kissimmeechamber.com

Join us on November 19th at Imperium Food and Wine for an informative session with Chris Hosko on retirement planning.

If you are close to the retirement age then you will benefit from his presentation on cash flow and liability, protection strategies, tax strategies, investment planning and estate planning.

You can network with other business professionals and can increase your influence by networking with area industry leaders. Come and take full advantage of you chamber membership.

Registration required. RSVP by November15, 2013.
EBaggett@KissimmeeChamber.com

$16 Members
$20 Non-Members

Tuesday, August 13,  at 11:30am-1pm

This is a Chamber of Commerce event featuring Tracy Ward. Come and explore the opportunities of a Chamber membership and how to make it work for you and your business. Network with other business leaders in your area. Enjoy good food and ideas shared at this month’s Lunch, Munch ‘N’ Learn.

RSVP by August 9, 2013

$15 Memebers

$20 Non-Members

Photo by

David Castillo

The Celebration Area Council in conjunction with Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce will be holding a job fair featuring local businesses from Osceola and surrounding counties.

The event will take place on Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 9AM to 12:30PM at Stetson University Celebration Center

Employment opportunities are expected to range from entry level to management and executive levels. There are still openings for Employers to participate and to obtain more information please contact Dianne James at 321-939-7612 or email djames@stetson.edu.

Classes will also be available starting at 9:30AM. Course titles are “How to Nail the Interview”, “Resume Building” and Sandy Geroux, Motivational Speaker, will also be conducting a class. Each session will be 30 minutes.

EVENT DETAILS
Osceola County Career Fair
Stetson University, 800 Celebration Avenue, FL 34747
March 7, 2013 – 9AM to 12:30PM

EMPLOYERS:
If you would like to participate or more information contact Dianne James at 321-939-7612 or email djames@stetson.edu.

ATTENDEES:
Professional dress and ample resumes suggested.

MEDIA:
For further updates contact Elaine Baggett at 407-847-4339.

Join us to our groundbreaking ceremony for our newest facility.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012
8 am to 9 am in the Front Parking Lot

www.celebrationwomen.com
Celebration Health, 400 Celebration Place, Celebration, FL 34747

We would love for you to join us next week for the groundbreaking of our new women’s medical office building! There will be some light refreshments served.  Click here to RSVP.

Celebration Town Hall on Thursday October 18

The Celebration Area Council and Florida Hospital Celebration are collaborating this year for their signature ‘Health and Lifestyle’ event. It will take place on Thursday October 18 at Celebration Town Hall from 5 PM – 8 PM. Booths are available starting at $125 for non-members. Please contact ebaggett@kissimmeechamber.com for further exhibitor and sponsorship information.

The Celebration Area Council is a division of the Kissimmee/Osceola Chamber of Commerce. The Celebration Council’s mission is to provide a common voice in promoting the economic well being of business and to advance the civic, industrial, commercial, professional and education of business in Celebration and neighboring areas of Osceola County.

Join us Tuesday, September 18, 2012 — 11:30 AM to 1PM (Food and Presentation begin at noon) for our Lunch, Munch ‘n’ Learn featuring Patrick Faulk from Florida Hospital. Event takes place at the Celebration Town Tavern, 721 Front Street, Celebration, Florida.

Come and Network with other Celebration Business persons, learn how to take advantage of your chamber membership, win the opportunity to spotlight your business, and network. Together we do make a difference.

All Members present will have the opportunity to have their business featured on the Area Council’s website, and article submitted on their behalf to the Celebration News. (Drawing at Lunch from those present) Non-Members Welcome!

RSVP by Friday, September 14 to ElaineBaggett@KissimmeeChamber.com
$15 Members, $20 Non-Members

September’s Featured Speaker is Patrick Faulk, BS, CPT

On Mind, Body and Spirit Health

Patrick Faulk holds a Bachelors degree in Applied Physiology & Kinesiology from the University of Florida and is a Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. Mr. Faulk currently works for Florida Hospital’s Healthy 100 Institute in Celebration overseeing the development of new wellness programs along with their corporate wellness services. Patrick has addressed a variety of audiences including Disney Marathon Runners, High School & College Athletes, Corporate Partners and many others on a wide range of topics pertaining to fitness and wellness. Patrick has spoken to groups about stress management, injury prevention, beginning an exercise routine, and body composition, among other topics. He is committed to educating as many as possible on the benefits of living a Healthy 100 lifestyle. Patrick believes that everyone is capable of attaining their goals; everyone can reach a Healthy 100, as long as they believe in themselves.