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ELECTIONS RESULTS
Thank you to all who exercised their rights to vote in the primary and municipal elections yesterday. The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce was proud to endorse the new library and events center referendum, which is in alignment with our mission, which is to develop, promote and sustain a vital, thriving business climate and to initiate, support and enhance the civic, educational and economic well-being of the area. When voters passed the referendum yesterday, these new, upgraded facilities became a reality which will provide expanded educational and entrepreneurial programs, collaboration and access to technology. The Chamber looks forward to future community dialogue on this important project.
Congratulations to Commissioner Carolyn Cooper on her re-election and commissioner-elect Pete Weldon. We are looking forward to working with both of you in the years ahead.
For complete elections information, including results, visit www.cityofwinterpark.org or www.ocfelections.com.
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Chamber Trustees help provide a strong foundation for the Chamber to develop, promote and sustain a thriving business climate. Click here to learn more about our Chamber Trustees and how your company can enhance its membership through this unique program.
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Upcoming Events & Programs
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Monday, April 4; 11:30 a.m.
Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, 151 W. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
In 2014, Karen retired from the financial industry after serving as Regional President of Fifth Third Bank for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Kentucky where she was responsible for $17.4 billion in assets and over 3,200 employees. Karen has always had passion for wanting to see others succeed. In 2015 she co-founded Accendo, a leadership advisory firm specifically focused on executive coaching, leadership strategy, and high performance team development. She had to make many tough decisions in her personal and professional life and will share her story and offer insights on dealing with career defining moments. Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members. RSVP required by Friday, March 25. Register here.
Wednesday, April 20; 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Winter Park Farmers' Market, 200 W. New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Winter Park's ultimate foodie festival returns with a recipe for a deliciously fun evening in downtown Winter Park. Network with 1500 of your closest friends while enjoying unlimited food and beverage samples from more than 40 of the area's top chefs, bakers, caterers and confectioners. Cost: $40 members (in advance) / $45 non-members and everyone at the door. Register here. Supported by: Aloma Bowl, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Central Florida Lifestyle, Edible Orlando, Ferrell Wealth Management, Ferrell & Kelly LLC, Full Sail University, Integrative Physical Medicine, Lundev, Massey Communications, Monark Premium Appliances, The Park Press, Valencia College, WFTV Channel 9, Winter Park Magazine, Winter Park/ Maitland Observer, Winter Park Village, WUCF 89.9 FM and WMMO 98.9 FM.
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Leadership Winter Park identifies and promotes potential leaders who desire to become involved in making a difference in Winter Park. Programs offered for youth and adults.
CAR PARKING FUNDRAISER
Are you coming to the Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival this weekend? Park in one of the Leadership Winter Park lots to help raise funds for the Leadership Winter Park Legacy Fund.
Dates: March 18 - 20, 2016
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Lot 1: Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
151 West Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Dates: March 19 - 20, 2016
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Lot 2: Florida Community Bank
369 North New York Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Lot 3: Former Cooper, Simms, Nelson & Mosley Insurance
271 West Canton Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
BIG NEWS!
If you have not heard already, Leadership Winter Park is thrilled to be hosting the 2016 Association of Leadership Programs Southeast Conference in our extraordinary city! With this privilege, over 75 executive directors, board members and program managers from community leadership programs across the nation will be traveling here April 7 - 8. Join us in welcoming the attendees and taking part in exclusive events for LWP graduates!
Welcome Reception
Thursday, April 7, 2016 - 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens & Capen-Showalter House
Be the first to welcome conference attendees to Winter Park! A complimentary reception featuring hor d'oeuvres, beverages and tours of the museum grounds and Capen House will kick-off the conference. The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour will pick-up guests from the museum boat dock for private tours of the chain of lakes. Following the reception, alumni are encouraged to join conference attendees for dinner at one of the Park Avenue area restaurants. Register here. Awards & Keynote Luncheon Friday, April 8, 2016 - 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. The Alfond Inn Hear from one of the world's top ten leadership coaches and author of Intelligent Leadership, John Mattone, during a special luncheon at The Alfond Inn. Gain key insights for unlocking and unleashing greatness in yourself and your teams so you can create a compelling, winning culture that drives operating results. This event is open to the public and tickets are $40. Register here. Volunteer Opportunities In addition to these incredible events, we also need volunteers to assist with conference set-up, serve as greeters, help with transportation and other areas. Check the online sign-up sheet for available roles and time commitments.
APPLY NOW!
Youth Leaders Class XVI
Rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors can now apply online to be part of Youth Leaders Class XVI! The application now includes leadership in action essay prompts and a resume submission. Accepted students will have an opportunity to build on their resume throughout the one-week program and on the last day will be presented with revisions, feedback and advice to use for college and job applications. Spread the word! Application deadline is May 11, 2016.
Leadership Winter Park Class XXVII
Leadership Winter Park is a program of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce that identifies and promotes potential leaders from the business community who desire to become more involved in making a difference in Winter Park. The program is a community-awareness, leadership preparation effort and offers a behind the scenes look at and study of the critical issues and challenges facing Winter Park. Class XXVII begins in September 2016. Application deadline: June 24. Apply online today!
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Park Avenue Merchants Association
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The Park Avenue Merchants Association consists of Central Business District merchants and non-retail members committed to the betterment of the Park Avenue area.
SIDEWALK SALE
March 18 - 20
Hours vary by store
PAMA AM MEETING
Friday, March 25; 8:30 a.m.
Welcome Center
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NEW MEMBERS
The Chamber continues to add new members to its roster each week. The following have joined since February March 2: Calvet Couture Bridal, Lara Duncan, Maureen H. Hall Stationery & Invitations, Morgan Divorce Law Firm, Movement Mortgage, LLC, North American Office Solutions, Sweet Tomatoes and United Arts of Central Florida. Learn more about our new members in our online membership directory.
SOLUTIONS NOON IS RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS
This Chamber-sponsored networking group meets twice each month on the second and fourth Tuesdays at The Bistro on Park to exchange leads at 11:45 a.m. Only one member per business category can participate. There is no cost to participate, except your own lunch tab. If interested, call Jay Rupert at 407-644-8281 or email jrupert@winterpark.org to learn if your category is available.
MEMBER ORIENTATION
All new Chamber members or new staff members of existing members are invited to attend our monthly Member Orientation. This is a great way to connect with fellow members and Chamber staff, learn more about the organization and identify opportunities to maximize your membership. The next orientation is Wednesday, April 20, at 8:15 a.m. at the Winter Park Welcome Center. A complimentary professional headshot is offered by Brion Price Photography and refreshments provided by AAA. RSVP to jrupert@winterpark.org.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Ribbon cutting photos are provided courtesy of Rick Zimmer from Absolute Photography, unless otherwise noted. You can view past ribbon cutting photos on our Facebook page. To schedule a ribbon cutting to celebrate your grand opening, contact Jay Rupert at jrupert@winterpark.org
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Share your news with your fellow members! Submit information about new employees, awards and recognition, new products and services, special promotions and discounts for fellow members for inclusion. Submissions for the next edition of What's Up Wednesday are due by Monday, April 4. Submit your news online here.
Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery: Introducing HydraFacial MD Happy Hours! For a limited time only, enjoy the award-winning, non-invasive, anti-aging skincare treatment that is all the rage during the month of April. Download details here.
City of Winter Park: The Urban Land Institute (ULI) recently presented its 2016 Trendsetter Award to the City of Winter Park in recognition of its design and construction of the Cady Way Cycle Track. The cycle track is a result of a public/private partnership between the City of Winter Park, its Pedestrian & Bicycle and Keep Winter Park Beautiful & Sustainable advisory boards, and the Winter Park Health Foundation. The cycle track encourages bicycling and safety by combining two bike lanes on one side of the street, separating them from traffic with a 2-foot buffer area and flexible vertical markers. First Congregational Church of Winter Park: A long-awaited cupola will be raised and installed atop the very first church established in the city, located at 225 S. Interlachen Avenue. The original church cupola, built in 1924, was removed in 2009 due to deterioration. It has been replicated and will include a digital carillon system to play chimes and hymns for the community. The installation will occur tentatively on Thursday, March 24. Full Sail University: The Princeton Review recently ranked Full Sail University as one of the top 25 graduate schools and the top 50 undergraduate schools to study game design for 2016. Iberia Bank: Scott C. Connor has joined Iberia Wealth Advisors as vice president, senior portfolio manager. A veteran of the financial services industry with nearly 20 years of experience, Connor will responsible for overseeing investment strategies and asset allocation for the company's portfolio of clients in Florida. Krispy Kreme: Spring into warmer weather with the return of your favorite festive doughnuts, including the Bunny Bum, Chocolate Ice Glazed with Sprinkles, Chick, Egg and White Iced Sprinkled Egg doughnut. Enjoy these treats now through March 27.
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Share information about your upcoming events with your fellow members! Grand openings, seminars, gallery openings, performances, charitable fundraisers and community events are welcome. Submissions for the next edition of What's Up Wednesday are due by Monday, April 4. Submit your event information online here.
North American Office Solutions Annual Open House
March 17; 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
North American Office Solutions, 6314 Kingspointe Parkway, Ste. 7, Orlando, FL 32819
North American Office Solutions is celebrating our 15th year in Central Florida and hosting our Annual Open House and Customer Appreciation Event! Join us for live demonstrations of Canon and Konica Minolta multi-function devices, Mobile Printing, Document Management Solutions, Network Management Solutions, Phone Systems and more. BBQ Lunch, Ice Cream and Massages are provided and it's FREE to attend! Please RSVP by phone 407-264-0283 or by email to nsmith@naos.us.
An Tobar St Patty's Day Bash
March 17; 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
An Tobar at Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N. Lake Destiny Drive, Maitland, FL 32751
An Tobar is hosting their annual St Patrick's Day celebration with live music, inside and out with drink specials and a hearty Irish menu. Entertainment includes the return of Cu Dubh, a NYC Celtic bagpipe and drum band, local Irishman Johnny Snaggs Norton and house band Def Leprechaun. Enter to win a grand prize giveaway of an Orlando City Soccer watch party for 30 of your friends! Admission and self-parking are free, valet is $10. For more information, call 407-551-7627.
Success is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Business
March 18; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Florida Small Business Development Center, 3201 E. Colonial Dr., Suite A-20, Orlando, FL
This seminar will look at the building blocks necessary to create a strategic plan-a financial plan, a marketing plan, and a business plan. At the end of the seminar, you will have the basis upon which to build a strategic plan that enables you to design your company's future and supports its sustainable growth and success. Cost: $20 for Orange County business, $45 for businesses outside of Orange County. Details at www.sbdcorlando.com/training.
57th Annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
March 18 -20
Central Park
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival, one of the nation's oldest, largest and most prestigious juried outdoor art festivals, debuted in March 1960 as a community project to bring local artists and art lovers together. It consistently ranks among the top fine art shows in the country.The festival is produced by an all-volunteer board and draws more than 350,000 visitors each year. Along with the 225 nationally juried fine artists, the three-day event features concerts in the park, a wide variety of quality food and beverages, and interactive art activities for the kids. This year's Friday night concert in the park will feature contemporary jazz saxophonist Steve Cole with special guest JJ Sansaverino. Details at www.wpsaf.org.
Open House
March 18 - 20 & March 25 - 27
Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art,
The Museum continues its observance of this season of rebirth and renewal by inviting the public to view the collection at no charge, walk among Tiffany leaded-glass windows ablaze with spring flowers and linger in Louis Comfort Tiffany's serenely beautiful chapel interior from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Free admission during Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival weekend and Easter weekend.
Foundation Town Hall: Navigating Long-Term Care for You & Your Loved Ones
March 19; 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Westminster Winter Park, 1111 S. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789
Westminster Winter Park and the Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine invite the public to this special town hall event. The featured speaker is Marc Middleton of Growing Bolder with a panel of long-term care experts including Rosemary Laird, MD, the Executive Medical Director of Florida Hospital for Seniors and Gary Lehman, MD, Medical Director of Westminster Winter Park. For more information and a complete list of speakers and panel experts, go to http://bit.ly/LTCTownHall or call 407-647-4083. RSVP is not required to attend.
Patio Party
March 19; 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Fannie Hillman + Associates, 205 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789
It's that time of year again for our annual "Patio Party". The organization that we're supporting and bringing awareness to this year is New Hope for Kids, an organization which helps children and families cope with the grief and loss of a loved one. They do great work and have assisted over 3,000 families in the central Florida area. Join us for a "Good Time and a Good Cause."
De-Stress Your Life!
March 24; 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando, 2100 Lee Road, Winter Park, FL 32789
Join Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando for a fun, interactive session where we explore practical holistic methods that guide your body and mind to reduce stress while supporting longevity and wellness! No prior experience required, easy for all fitness levels. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel. Cost: Free - reservations required at 407-644-7593.
City of Winter Park 62nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
March 26; 10:00 a.m.
Central Park
This fun-filled event will provide as much excitement and laughs for the adults as it will for the kids. Don't forget to bring your own Easter basket! Children with special needs are also encouraged to join in the fun. Over 10,000 stuffed eggs will be placed throughout Central Park West Meadow, and as always, children who come up empty handed will still be able to enjoy special treats at the designated area. For more information, please call 407-599-3463.
Easter Brunch & Children's Egg Hunt
March 27; 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Alfond Inn, 300 East New England Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
The Alfond Inn presents our 2nd Annual Easter Brunch. Enjoy elaborate Chef attended food stations accompanied by live music and a special appearance from the Easter Bunny. Attendees may also enjoy a welcome Mimosa or Champagne upon arrival along with complimentary valet parking. Seating times: 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Cost: $69 per adult guest / $29 per children ages 5 to 12 / Children 4 and under free of charge. Click here for reservations.
Twin Lakes Camp Information Session
April 2; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Trinity Preparatory School, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park, FL 32792
Summer. This one simple word unlocks a whole new world to a child. At Twin Lakes Camp, we believe summer can be a time of enrichment, discovery, and play! Parents are invited to join us for an open house to learn what Twin Lakes Camp has to offer for your rising first through sixth grader! Additional information at http://trinityprep.org/summer/twin-lakes-camp.
Back-to-School Blast!
April 2; 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
Join A Gift For Teaching for Central Florida's BEST party as we take a trip down memory lane and remember what it's like to be a kid again in our one-of-a-kind playroom. Enjoy delectable food, a fabulous auction and drawing of chance, our signature wine and martini bar, live music from SWITCH, plenty of entertainment and celebrity sightings, including celebrity host, Chris Kirkpatrick from 'N Sync and special guests! All proceeds from this event will help 190,000 kids in need. For more information visit: www.back2schoolblast.com.
Adam Braun: Ordinary Person, Extraordinary Change - How to Affect the Masses
April 5; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Bush Auditorium, Rollins College, 1000 Holt Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
Life-changing circumstances caused Adam Braun to shift dramatically his Wall Street trajectory toward a humanitarian 'profit for purpose' approach. Braun will share the story leading to his creation of Pencils of Promise whose mission is educating underprivileged children throughout the world. Cost: Free. Details at http://rollins.edu/rollins-winter-park-institute/index.html.
40 Years of Celebrating Independence
April 14; 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Rachel D. Murrah Civic Center, 1050 W. Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, FL 32789
For 40 years, the Center for Independent Living has remained dedicated to its mission of creating opportunity for disability inclusion for youth, adults and families. Join us as we celebrate many milestones and reflect on our progress by honoring founding member, Mr. Dick Batchelor, with a special tribute to the late Mrs. Beverly Chapman. This evening will empower you to continue the progressive work of making Central Florida the most inclusive community in the country. Together, we will celebrate 40 years of success and look forward to 40 more years of strengthening Central Florida for all. Cost: $125 for individual / $200 for a pair. Order tickets here.
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