Winter Park’s greatest Kentucky Derby Party with the theme “The Hats. The Horses. The Hoopla.” is bringing in great food and entertainment this Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 3:00 in the afternoon. The event is sponsored by Leadership Winter Park Class XXII to benefit Welbourne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten.

There is non-stop fun and classic chow and beverages at Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center. Activities such as 50/50 betting, Silent Auction, Kentucky Derby Show were prepared and everybody enjoyed tremendously. The Hat contest and the Best-Dressed Couple Contest definitely set everyone in the derby mood. Aside from the games and contests, guests are greatly entertained by “The Mikes” and “Matt Shenk” over appetizers and an open bar.

Childcare Services were available at Welbourne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten. For the event, they are charging $15 for one child and $25 for multiple children. If you want to extend time, they are available until 9:00 PM for an additional $5.

There is no shortage of amusement and food at the Kentucky Derby Party – a great evening of jockeys, big hats and juleps!

Join Winter Park Chamber of Commerce on
Saturday, October 13 & Sunday, October 14, 2012
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Central Park
Downtown Winter Park

Presented by:

Works by 150 Florida Artists
Children’s Activities by Crealde School of Art
Live Entertainment
Beer Garden
Sidewalk Sale at Park Avenue Merchants

Learn more at www.autumnartfestival.com or call (407) 644-8281

This year our city of Winter Park celebrates the 125th anniversary of its incorporation as a town (1887- 2012).

In honor of this momentous, once in a lifetime occasion, we have the exclusive opportunity to host celebrity floral artist, author, and TV personality, Jeff Leatham, brought to our city by Purple Label Events who is donating its services.

Jeff Leatham is known world-wide for his floral installations that are often compared to contemporary art.  Leatham’s floral design clientele is as impressive as his work, including Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, and His Holiness, the Dalai Lama.  Mr. Leatham would create a large scale uniquely Winter Park floral display in Central Park December 27- 28 for all to enjoy.

If you have an interest in sponsoring or being a patron of this exciting event, please contact Patrick Chapin, President/CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, at 407-644-8281 orpchapin@winterpark.org to receive more information.

125 DAYS TO CITY’S 125TH ANNIVERSARY

WINTER PARK, Fla., an internationally recognized ICMA Excellence Award winner with accredited fire, police and parks & recreation agencies (June 8, 2012) – The City of Winter Park invites the community to join in the celebration of the city’s 125th anniversary. Beginning Saturday, June 9, the 125-day countdown starts. The countdown continues to Friday, October 12, 2012 – the city’s celebration of its official incorporation as the “Town of Winter Park.” For the next 125 days, the city will be posting historical facts on Facebook ® and Twitter ® reminding the community about its rich and interesting history. Continue reading ‘THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS!’ »

Each year the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce coordinates a series of Business After Hours events to facilitate networking.  Each event is hosted by a member business or organization as an opportunity to showcase their products and services.  Members look forward to the opportunity to mingle over appetizers and beverages and learn more about their community.  At $5 for members and $15 for non-members, this event is affordable and a guaranteed good time!

Events are typically held the third Thursday of each month (with few exceptions). The next up-coming After Hours event is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the New Traditions Bank (600 Wilkinson Street, #100, Orlando, FL 32803)

Be sure to mark your calendar for future Business After Hours events, including:
June 21, 2012, July 19, 2012 – Winter Park Village, August 16, 2012, September 20, 2012, October 18, 2012 and December 13, 2012

To view more details on specific times and locations click here.

Since 2005, Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Council of Leaders, and members have dedicated countless hours to supporting the development of commuter rail in Central Florida. Today, Florida Department of Transportation Secretary, Ananth Prasad, announced that Governor Rick Scott has lent his support for SunRail.

This is a historic decision that will positively impact the Winter Park community for generations. “Winter Park was built on the railway and SunRail will further enhance the quality of our community and the success of our local economy,” explained Patrick W. Chapin, President/CEO for the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. “The residents, businesses and community leaders have long supported this initiative. I applaud their tireless support of SunRail and celebrate the success of all our efforts.”

“We’re looking forward to the first train pulling into Central Park in 2014,” added Chapin. “Winter Park truly stands to benefit from this new transit alternative.”

For additional information on SunRail, visit www.sunrail.com.

Back by popular demand, the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and Park Avenue Area Association invite you to enjoy an evening on the Avenue at the Winter Park Sip & Stroll on June 23, 2011. Your favorite restaurants and merchants will offer wine samples and appetizers in a casual atmosphere.

This exclusive event is an opportunity to discover the diverse shops and restaurants in beautiful downtown Winter Park. Sip a variety of wines and enjoy appetizer pairings at 19 locations.

Presales will be available for $25 at the Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. or by visitng www.winterpark.org. Don’t wait until the last minute to purchase your ticket – only 300 will be sold!