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Good Morning Winter Park

ID-10034343Friday, October 10, 2014
7:45 a.m. – Networking
8:15 a.m. – Program

Winter Park Welcome Center / Chamber of Commerce
151 W. Lyman Avenue
Winter Park, FL 32789

Speaker:

  • David Parks I-4 Ultimate Public Information Officer

Topic: I-4 Ultimate: Transforming Central Florida

 

  • Learn more about the $2.3 billion, 21-mile I-4 Ultimate Improvement Project and how it will provide congestion relief by giving motorists more choices when they hit the road.

Autumn Art Festival

The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, presented by Florida Distributing Company and Subaru celebrates its 41st anniversary onSaturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, 2014.  At its permanent home in Central Park, located along beautiful Park Avenue, the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art show to showcase Florida artists exclusively.

“The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce continues the tradition of hosting one of Central Florida’s most cherished art festivals which inspires, entertains and educates our community,” said Winter Park Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, Patrick Chapin. “The arts have a huge impact on our quality of life and we are pleased to showcase Florida artists during this two-day celebration.”

From over 400 applications, 156 of Florida’s outstanding artists were selected to display their works in eight different categories, including ceramics, drawings and graphics, fiber, fine crafts, jewelry, painting, photography and sculpture. Prize money awarded by festival judges in 2014 will exceed $16,000.

Local artist Sally Evans created the festival poster for 2014 featuring a vibrant painting of lily pads. Posters can be purchased in advance at the Winter Park Welcome Center, located at 151 W. Lyman Avenue.  In addition, the scene will be featured on postcards, t-shirts and tote bags with all merchandise available at the festival.

New this year, patrons can enjoy seasonal craft beers in the Florida Distributing Company beer garden, located near the Central Park stage. A portion of the proceeds from the beer garden will benefit Chamber Cares, the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce’s philanthropic effort. Throughout the festival, attendees will continue to enjoy live musical entertainment on the Central Park Stage, children’s activities led by instructors from The Crealdé School of Art, food vendors and a sidewalk sale at local merchants. Plus,

visit the Disney prize wheel booth for a chance to win prizes from “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” and “Big Hero 6”. The festival is free and open to the public both days from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Park Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic during the festival from New England Avenue to Canton Avenue.  Ample parking can be found on area side streets and parking garages. A bicycle valet will also be organized by the Winter Park Pedestrian Bicycle Board in the West Meadow.

For more information on the festival, please visitwww.autumnartfestival.org or call (407) 644-8281. The festival can also be found at on Facebook and on Twitter at @WPAutumnArtFest.

Business After Hours

Thursday September 25 from 5:30-7:30pm join us at the Title Boxing CLub for another session of Business After Hours.

Each event is hosted by a different member business or organization in the community as a way to introduce members to there location, staff and products or services. Members look forward to these networking events and the chance to learn more about the community.

At $5 for members and $15 for non-members, this event is affordable and a guaranteed good time!

Breakfast Speaker Series

ceWhen & Where

Wednesday, September 24, 2014
7:30 a.m. – Registration
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. – Program

Interlachen Country Club
2245 Interlachen Court
Winter Park, FL 32792

Keynote Speaker
Lauren Rowe
Former WKMG Channel 6 anchor

As someone who is no stranger to the spotlight, Lauren had to make the very public decision to leave her career to focus on her health and family. Challenging a dilemma that is faced by many, she will share her lessons learned and advice for others struggling with finding harmony between work and life outside the desk.

Registration
$25 – Individuals
$250 – Corporate Table (8 guests); includes reserved seating, table sign and recognition in event program. A portion of each corporate table is donated to the Leadership Winter Park Scholarship Fund.
Download a registration form here.

Please note, the registration deadline is September 17.

For additional information, contact Megan Lanier at mlanier@winterpark.org or call 407-644-8281 for more information.

Small Business Education Series

ID-10034343Friday September 19 is another session of Small Business Series. Join us at 8am for a seminar series is designed with small business owners and professionals in mind and provides the necessary fundamentals of, and resources for, growing and sustaining a profitable organization in our community.

Topic: Internet Marketing
“How to Really Get Business From Google”

Presented by:
Ian Garlic, CEO
AuthenticWEB

Description: 

Ian has been the internet marketing consultant to some of the largest organizations in the world. He developed their proprietary system of online video production, website design and search engine optimization that consistently has AuthenticWEB ranked as one of the top internet marketing companies in the country. Learn from his expertise on how your business can thrive on the internet and reach new customers. His unique Google and SEO strategies will help propel your company to the next level.

How Will You Benefit:

  • Learn the keys to how Google works and how SEO works
  • Get more business without being #1 in Google
  • Discover what your ideal clients are really asking of the internet

When & Where

Friday, September 19, 2014
8:00 a.m. – Registration & Networking
8:15 – 9:00 a.m. – Program

Seminars will be held in the Winter Park Welcome Center Community Room located at 151 W. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, 32789.

The series is free for Chamber members and $10 for non-members. Download an event flyer here.

Winter Park Sip, Shop and Stroll

Winter Park Sip & StrollSeptember 18 is the next assembly of Winter Park Sip, Shop and Stroll. Spend the evening on a unique wine walk and stroll to your favorite Park Avenue area shops and restaurants.  Discover new merchants, check out the latest fashions, gift ideas and seasonal menu items and enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres along the way.

Tickets

Cost: $25 each.
Tickets are now on sale. Each reservation includes a commemorative wine glass and passport.

Download registration form here. Tickets will not be mailed. Confirmations will be emailed for registrations submitted through PayPal.

Attendees will receive their wine glass and passport at check-in, beginning at 5 p.m. on the day of the event. Check in will be held at the corner of Park Avenue and Morse Boulevard. Guests must check-in by 7:00 p.m.
Must be 21 or older to attend. Please sip responsibly. Event is rain or shine, no refunds.

When & Where
Thursday, September 18, 2014
5 – 8 p.m.

Park Avenue area in downtown Winter Park

Check-in at the corner of Morse Blvd. and Park Ave.

Sip, Shop & Stroll Locations
Be sure to check back as locations are added daily.

Alex and Ani
Barnie’s CoffeeKitchen
Bistro on Park Avenue
Charyli
Cocina 214
Cottonways
Eyes & Optics
Filthy Rich Celebrity Jewelry
Kilwins Chocolate and Ice Cream
Lilly Pulitzer
Luma on Park
M. Marie Boutique
Peterbrooke Chocolatier
See Eyewear
Simmons Jewelers
Ten Thousand Villages
The Ancient Olive featuring Orlando Food Tours
The Doggie Door
The Spice & Tea Exchange
Through the Looking Glass
Timothy’s Gallery
Unique Diamond Boutique
Writer’s Block Bookstore
You Need Art

Good Morning Winter Park

ceThe next installment of Good Morning Winter Park will take place on Friday, September 12, at 7:45am. This month’s topic is sustainability. As always, come to the Winter Park Welcome Center and network with fellow business professionals and listen to guest speakers give advice and lessons for you to use in your own business practices.

Speakers:

Kris Stenger, Associate Director of Building, Permitting and Sustainability, City of Winter Park
Abby Gulden, Sustainability and Permitting Coordinator, City of Winter Park

Topic: “City of Winter Park Sustainability Program: Creating a Healthier, More Beautiful Place to Live, Work and Play”

Receive an overview of the proposed Sustainability Action Plan and why is was created.
Discover opportunities for engagement and education in our community.
Get answers to frequently asked questions and network with city sustainability staff.

Winter Park Executive Women

ceWomen Empowering Women in Business. “Together we represent a wealth of knowledge readily available for the best business solutions and your greatest success.”

This women-only Solutions Group at the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, Winter Park Executive Women is a forum for members to network in a professional, yet informal atmosphere. Discussions include business solutions, as well as personal growth topics. The monthly meetings are held on the first Monday of every month (with few exceptions) over lunch. The cost for lunch is $20 for Chamber members or $25 for non-Chamber members. All late registrations and walk-ins will be charged $25.

Topic: An Interview with Robert Hill

Speaker: Robert Hill, Artistic Director, Orlando Ballet

Not only a renowned teacher and coach, Robert Hill has also served as principal dancer, choreographer and guest artist for ballet companies around the world. His vision and leadership have brought national acclaim to many groups he was associated with and in 2009 was named one of the Most Influential People in Florida. In an interview-style presentation, learn from Robert’s history of success and artistic vision.

Monday, September 8, 2014
11:30 a.m. – Registration & Networking
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. – Lunch & Program

The program will be held at the Winter Park Welcome Center/Chamber of Commerce at 151 W. Lyman Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789.

Download a registration form here.

COFFEETALK with Vice-Mayor Sarah Sprinkel

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release:

Media Contact:  Clarissa Howard 407-599-3428 or cell 407-948-2044

HAVE A LATTE BEANS TO GRIND OR

WANT TO ESPRESSO YOUR THOUGHTS?

COFFEETALK IS THE CUP FOR YOU!

WINTER PARK, Fla., an internationally recognized ICMA Excellence Award winner with accredited fire, police and parks & recreation agencies (June 18, 2013) – The first COFFEETALK of the 2013 season featuring Vice-Mayor Sarah Sprinkel will be held Thursday, July 11, at 8 a.m., at the Winter Park Welcome Center located at 151 W. Lyman Ave.

Initiated in 2005, COFFEETALK has become the place for citizens that have “a latte beans to grind” or who simply want to “espresso their thoughts.”  The purpose of COFFEETALK is to give citizens the opportunity to talk to their city leaders in a more casual, informal environment and avoid the stage fright that is often experienced at large meetings.

Mayor Kenneth Bradley’s COFFEETALK will be held Friday, August 9, in conjunction with the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce’s Good Morning Winter Park! at the Winter Park Welcome Center. Networking begins at 7:45 a.m. and the Mayor’s COFFEETALK will begin at 8 a.m.

Please make note of the following complete schedule for the upcoming 2013 COFFEETALK season with our city leaders:

Vice-Mayor Sarah Sprinkel Thursday, July 11
Mayor Kenneth Bradley Friday, August 9
Commissioner Steven Leary Thursday, September 12
Commissioner Carolyn Cooper Thursday, October 17
Commissioner Tom McMacken  Thursday, November 21
City Manager Randy Knight  Thursday, December 5

All COFFEETALKS are held at 8 a.m., in the Winter Park Welcome Center located at 151 W. Lyman Ave. Please mark your calendars for a cup of conversation and great coffee courtesy of Palmano’s Café, Coffee & Wine Bar. For more COFFEETALK information, please call 407-599-3428 or visit the city’s official website at cityofwinterpark.org.

Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Hosts Taste of Winter Park

Last April 17, 2013, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce hosted the Taste of Winter Park.  The event was held at Winter Park Farmers’ Market from 5:00 to 8:00 in the evening.

 

Taste of Winter Park is a gastronomic experience featuring Winter Park’s sought-after dining destinations and new restaurants that promise a whole new epicurean delight.  The evening was filled with full and happy guests as they enjoyed all-you-can-eat and drink samples with live entertainment.

 

Taste of Winter Park featured unlimited food and beverage samples from Winter Park’s 45 favorite restaurants and caterers.  Below are the winners of the contests:

Best Dessert:                     4 Rivers Smokehouse

Best Booth Display:         Barnie’s CoffeeKitchen

Best Fresh Florida Dish: Cask & Larder

Best Healthy Dish:           East End Market

Best Entrée:                       Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Best Side Dish:                  Mitchell’s Fish Market

Best Recipe Contest:      Natalia Costa

 

To download a copy of the winning recipe, click this Citrus Balsamic Arugula Salad with Parisian Lime Baguette.