Save Your Reciept Day

By Krista Yurchak

Chick-fil-a Estero

21900 S Tamiami Tr

Estero

 Customers can purchase food on Saturday, May 29, receive a receipt which they bring back on June 12  and receive the exact same order free.

Only ONE receipt can be redeemed per guest. Maximum limit is $100 Per Order.No Coupons can be used during this promotion. Original receipts only. No duplicates. Receipts must be relinquished when returning on June 12th. Receipts on May 29th will be provided ONLY at the time of purchase! 21900 S. Tamiami Trail Location Only

Spicy Chicken Sandwich  

The week of May 31 – June 5 is premier week where customers can make a reservation to receive a free spicy chicken sandwich at www.getspicychicken.com. There are a limited number of reservations and a person must register, print their invitation and come into the store to receive their free sandwich before it is available to the general public (June 7).

PFLAG Interfaith Convocation - 3rd Annual!

By Nicholas Miller 

Sunday May 23, 2010

2 - 3:30 PM

Naples United Church of Christ

5200 Crayton Rd

Naples Florida

The PFLAG Interfaith Convocation is bringing unity to our community. A Committee of Clergy and lay people from Churches and Synagogues throughout Naples have created a unique service to engage our hearts, minds and spirits through music and prayer. Harmony and unity in song will be heard as a myriad of choirs will blend their voices in melodies inspired by the psalmists words, "Behold how good and how pleasant it is when brethern dwell in Unity." On May 23rd, everyone may join in celebrating this harmony along with choirs and clergy from a myriad of religious institutions. Welcoming people of all faiths to join in this extraordinary endeavor PFLAG is sponsoring the Interfaith Convocation.

PFLAG (Parents, Friends & Families of Lesbians & Gays) is a parent-based organization that was started by heterosexual parents wanting to understand and help their gay children. PFLAG's role is to serve as a support group providing a non-judgmental outlet for feelings, questions and understanding as well as making available resources and educational opportunities.

The Interfaith Convocation will be an exceptional opportunity to foster a sense of acceptance and belonging for all people of faith to pray together without discrimination, disenfranchisement, or stigma. The Convocation will be the chance for all of us, together, to share our traditions and rituals and to provide the critical elements of public acknowledgement and social sanctions that are strengthened by communal worship. The Convocation is a tangible demonstration of our community to prove how good and right our unity is not just by including, but also by celebrating the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgendered members of our families. While each of us has our own individual identity, we recognize that there is a much deeper interconnection binding us to one another. None of us are alone, and we each must rely on each other to be able to use our individual blessings and talents to make the world a better place. This communal experience will deepen our human understanding to unite us in reaching across the boundaries that separate us, and to unite us in our effort to celebrate the joy of community, the gift of diversity, and the vision of harmony.

Participating with your family and friends in this endeavor you will make a difference. Open to the public the PFLAG Interfaith Convocation is on Sunday, May 23, 2010, at 2:00 PM at the Naples United Church of Christ, 5200 Crayton Road. A reception will follow the Convocation.

The Bridge Networking Trade show

By Michele Andre

Business Trade Show

Thursday, May 27
11:00am to 1:30pm

Lunch, Networking & Business Expo

Bianca's Itailian Restaurant
16251 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Ft. Myers
(South of The Shell Factory, at the corner of Littleton)

Display Tables Available
Prepay to reserve your spot
Table, chair, clothe & lunch included
$25.00 Display Table
$20.00 Bridge Supporter

Admission $8 prepaid
Regular Admission $10 at the door
$5 Bridge Supporter

Lunch, Networking & Business Expo
Visit Local Businesses & Make New Connections

Contact Margaret@thebridgenetworking.com for more information

Overseas Packages Collection

Operation Shoebox is collecting donations for overseas solider's

You can drop off your donation:

May 15-May 31

At the

Miromar Outlet

* Mall Office - suite 199

* Eddie Bauer Outlet - suite 514

* Neiman Marcus Last Call - suite 50

*Reebok Outlet Store - suite 314

Suggested items:

Hard Candy

Writing paper,envelopes. pens

Dental Hygiene Items

Instant coffee

Powered Drink Mixes

Packaged non perishable snacks

Board and electronic games

Books, Magazines and Newspapers

Toiletries

CD's and DVD's

Batteries, Baggies, Bug spray

and more

For a detailed list of suggested items to donate go to
Miromar Outlet 

Pay Tribute to Our Troops

Presented by

Operation Shoebox and Miromar Outlets

Live Remote kick-Off on Armed Forces Day

Saturday May 15

10 AM - 12 PM

Miromar Outlets Entrance off Corkscrew Road

96.9 Wink-FM will be on hand to kick off the tribute.

Show you support to our troops serving overseas

by bringing an unwrapped donated item or

contributing words of encouragement.

Kids can make greeting cards with

provided stationary supplies or

write a letter to send to a solider.

Women's Life May Events

By Janie Ingels

What is Woman's Life?

We are a local chapter of a nationwide organization dedicated to bringing women together and give back to the community. We are a motivated group of positive women joining forces for a common purpose: to enjoy each others company, inspire each other into greatness and to make a difference in the lives of others. This group provides the perfect venue for you to meet other women that like you are interested in giving back to the community and making a positive impact in the lives of those less fortunate.   

Our main goal is to organize, promote and hold fundraising events throughout the year that will help raise money to support local non-profit organizations. All of the funds raised will be matched (subject to rules and requirements) by the Women's Life National Organization. If you have ever had the desire to pay it forward or if you feel you want to add meaning and purpose to your life - this is the perfect group for you!

Next Meeting

Monday, May 17
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
12870 Cleveland Ave., Ft. Myers 33907

11:00am to 1:00pm
We set for lunch at 11:30am

RSVP tupbigdog@embarqmail.com
or (239) 574-4501 or reply to this email.

Raffle benefits St. Jude's Hospital

$17.00 for Members
$20.00 for Guests
Cash & credit cards accepted at the door

Choice of 10 entrees, iced tea, salad, breadsticks,
tip & tax included.

NFM Chamber Events

Business After Hours
Thursday, May 13, 2010 5:30-7:30pm

Geo's Italian Restaurant

1140 Ceitus Ter. (Located at Pine Island Rd. & Skyline Blvd.)
Cape Coral, FL 33991
(239) 549-GEOS (4367)
$5.00 for Members & Non-Members/Guests
RSVP call (239) 997-9111, or email: admin@nfmchamber.org

Business Leaders Luncheon

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 11:30am-1:00pm

Excellence in Education Awards

Speaker: Lee County Florida District 4 Commissioner, Tammy Hall on Amendment 4
Herons Glen Golf & Country Club

2250 Avenida Del Vera
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
(239) 731-4573
$15.00 Members /$20.00 Non-Members & Guests
RSVP  call (239) 997-9111, or email: admin@nfmchamber.org

Earnest Giving Weekend

by Jay Lawrence Hands Up

Shoot for the Stars

Date: Friday, May 14, 2010
Time: 6:00 PM
Tickets: $10.00 (Adults), $5.00 (Students)
5 and under free!
Location: Mariner High School, Cape Coral

This event will be held at Earnest Graham's alma mater Mariner High School in Cape Coral, FL. Celebrities from around the country will be invading Mariner High for a basketball game against the Mariner Alumni and will be a very competitive and fun game you and your family won't want to miss. The pre-game festivities will begin at 6PM and tip off is at 7PM!! Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students and free for 5 and under.

Party Like A Celebrity

Date: Friday, May 14, 2010
Time: 11:00 PM
Restrictions: Must be 21 with a valid ID
Location: The Pearl Night Club, Cape Coral

1403 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33904


After the game join the players at The Pearl Night Club in Cape Coral for a fun evening of dancing and hanging with your favorite players. The party begins at 11PM. (You must be 21 with a valid ID)

Roll with Earnest

Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Time: 1:00 PM
Team Entry Fee: $250.00 (Teams of 5 for 2-games)
Spectator Tickets: $10.00 per person
Location: Pin Street Bowling Alley, Ft Myers (Get Map)
4140 Fowler Street, Ft. Myers, FL 33901


Earnest Graham's annual celebrity bowling tournament will be held at Pin Street Bowling Alley in Fort Myers at 1PM. Pro athletes and several Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be in attendance for this annual event. Teams of five are $250 for two games and include food and drinks. Raffle tickets will be sold for celebrities to pair with the winning ticket. Spectator tickets are only $10.

Powerful You - Transformation tour 2010

Transformation 2010 National Tour

Saturday, May 22nd

Gateway Golf & Country Club, Fort Myers FL

You can hear Keynote speaker Sue Urda speak on this event by going to

 http://www.blogtalkradio.com/whatsupswfl/2010/05/05/the-community-corner-transformation-2010-with-sue-urda

As a woman, you are in a constant state of Transformation.

Would you like yours to be filled with ease, clarity and vision?

This event is designed especially for you.

This Transformational Event will touch you in many areas of your life and on many levels. You will be provided with practical tools to build your business and create momentum. You will re-ignite your passion and gain clarity about your purpose. You will learn to align your actions more closely with your personal values and goals. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a conscious employee or a woman in transition, this event will touch you where you live.

§  Tune In to Your Passions.

§  Tap In to Your Strengths.

§  Turn Your Actions into Abundance.

Join Us for a full-day event filled with 4 amazing speakers, vendors, networking, lunch and door prizes.  You will meet many incredible women who can assist you in your business and personal life, and you will be fulfilled as you give yourself and your business the gift of this inspiring and information-packed day.

This event is hosted by Powerful You! Women's network as part of the Transformation 2010 National Tour.  Powerful You! provides connections and networking events for business, personal and spiritual growth across the USA.

Join Us for this Inspiring and Transformational Event.
You'll be Grateful You Did.

Speakers include:

AmondaRose Igoe, CEO of High Performance Speaking, Training and Consulting whose presentation is "Public Speaking Secrets Revealed – Seven Secrets to Sensational Presentations"

Kumari Mullin, Author, Reiki Master, Intuitive Healer and Coach on the topic of "Energy EmPowerment Techniques – Targeted Tools to Transform Stress to Success"

Elayna Fernandez, Author, Speaker and Social Media Empowerment Teacher, presenting "Branding and Marketing Your Business Through Social Media"

Sue Urda, Author, Inspirer & Co-Founder of Powerful You! who will present the topic "The Art and Truth of Transformation – How a Few Tiny Shifts Can Make Your Changing World a Great Place To Be

EVENT ADMISSION:
$39 for Members and PY! Partners

$49 for Non-Members

**  Non-Members registering with a friend save 10% ($44)

VENDOR TABLES: 
$30 Members
$50 Non-Members

EVENT SPONSORSHIPS: 
$79 Members
$99 Non-Members

SPONSORS RECEIVE:
- One admission to the event

- Logo-link on Event Page of Website
- Mention/Thank you at the event
- 90-second introduction/commercial at event
- Opportunity for giveaway in goodie bag to attendees
   (Goodie bag items must be received 1 week prior to event)

** Vendor table sold separately.

Must Register in Advance ::  Deadline: Tuesday, May 18th.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION ::  http://powerfulyou.com/transformation2010swfl.htm

Visit Powerful You! Women's Network ::  http://powerfulyou.com

Area Small Business Owners are invited to attend a Free Trade Show

On May 20, in conjunction with National Small Business Week, SW Florida Small Business Resource Network (SBRN) is sponsoring the "SBRN Small Business Week Appreciation Trade Show." This is a free event with complimentary refreshments, a cash bar, a drawing for a door prize, and other gift drawings from multiple consultants at the event. 
Area owners of small businesses are invited to this free event hosted by Florida Gulf Coast University, Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and SWFL, SBRN. SBRN members and other network agencies will be available at that time to provide business owners with information about the most prevalent topics small business owners need to discuss. Experts in accounting, business consulting, legal, insurance, and banking/lending will be on hand to offer information. Also present will be representatives from agencies including SBDC, SCORE, Workforce Development, and many others.
The tradeshow will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero 33928, just west of the I-75 interchange at Corkscrew Road. Time: 3:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.
To register, go online to www.sbdcseminars.org. Deadline for registration is Tuesday, May 18.

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Financial Forensics Workshop

by Trish Leonard

Clues to Making Your Business Profitable

Saturday, May 22, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
FGCU Student Union
Cost: $79.00 for the full day,
includes continental breakfast and lunch.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Pegnetter, Founding Dean
of Lutgert College of Business at Florida Gulf Coast University

50% discount for Fifth Third Small Business Owner
clients, SBDC Clients and FGCU Faculty & Staff
Must register by May 15th to receive discount.
Register at www.sbdcseminars.org or
call the main number at 239.745.3700
Reservations are require

Unlock the mysteries to common
small business issues

Mystery # 1 (9:00 – 10:00 AM)
Do you know what
Cash Flow really is?

 Mystery # 2 (10:00 – 11:00 AM)
What are the 5 C's of Credit?

 Mystery # 3 (11:00 – 12:00 PM)
How to Understand
& Manage your Credit?

 Mystery # 4 (1:00 – 2:00 PM)


  Where's the Money for
Small Business Loans?

 Mystery # 5 (2:00 – 3:00 PM)
 How Do I Write
My Business Plan?

Destiny Diaper Bank

By Rebecca Hines

You are invited on Tuesday, May 11th to an informational meeting about Destiny Diaper Bank and the plans that we have coming up for the summer and fall of 2010.

Please call Rebecca at (239) 910-8198 for the time and place.

We are looking for interested parties that would like to form a "family oriented" fun fun fun support group that would love to become involved with DDB as a family. 

This will be a hands on group that would like to see a change made in the lives of others that are struggling.  In some respects we all have our struggles, but coming together we can make a difference.

If you love children and want to make a real change in their lives, bring your excitement, your ideas, and your calendar.

Thank you

Stoneage Emporium Bead Shows

by Debbie Heintz

This month we have 2 bead show scheduled 1 in Cape Coral and 1 in Fort Myers.

Saturday May 8th

10 am - 4:00 pm

Dlynne Designs

Glass Art Studio

1230 Hemingway Drive

Fort Myers Fl 33912

(off of Andrea Lane)

239-689-8676

Saturday May 15

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cape Coral Arts Studio

4533 Coronado Parkway

Cape Coral Fl 33904

239-574-0808

We offer a wide variety ( over 200) of beads,gemstones and glass beads for all your jewelry making needs. We also have findings, chains, pendants,tools and much more.  If you are looking for the best beads and the best prices stop by and see us at either of these shows. Free admission. We accept visa/mastercard as well.

Powerful You Transformational Tour

Transformation 2010 National Tour

Saturday, May 22nd

Gateway Golf & Country Club, Fort Myers FL

As a woman, you are in a constant state of Transformation.

Would you like yours to be filled with ease, clarity and vision?

This event is designed especially for you.

You will be provided with practical tools to build your business and create momentum. You will re-ignite your passion and gain clarity about your purpose. You will learn to align your actions more closely with your personal values and goals. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a conscious employee or a woman in transition, this event will touch you where you live.

Join Us for a full-day event filled with 4 amazing speakers, vendors, networking, lunch and door prizes.  Speaker topics include:  Public Speaking Secrets Revealed, Energy EmPowerment Techniques for Success, Branding and Marketing through Social Media and The Art and Truth of Transformation. You will meet many incredible women who can assist you in your business and personal life, and you will be fulfilled as you give yourself and your business the gift of this inspiring and information-packed day.  This event is hosted by Powerful You! Women's network as part of the Transformation 2010 National Tour.  Powerful You! provides connections and networking events for business, personal and spiritual growth across the USA.

Join Us for this Inspiring and Transformational Event.
You'll be Grateful You Did.

PRICE:            $39 for Members and PY! Partners

                        $49 for non-members

                        **  Non-members registering with a friend save 10% ($44)

VENDOR & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.

Must Register in Advance ::  Deadline: Tuesday, May 18th.

DETAILS & REGISTRATION ::  http://powerfulyou.com/transformation2010swfl.htm

Visit Powerful You! Women's Network ::  http://powerfulyou.com

Rachel's Flight Need your HELP

“RACHEL’S FLIGHT”

FUNDRASING EVENT: THURSDAY, MAY 6, 5:00pm TO 7:00pm
Wine & Roses Italian Restaurant, 1404 Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral.
Gourmet Pizza & Salad Buffet
Silent & Chinese Auction
Admission is only $8.00

A Cape Coral little 5 yr old girl named Rachel needs the communities help.
Rachel began specialized medical care at 18 months. She has Polyarticular, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, over active immune system, Ulcerative Colitis, Proctitis, and Uveitis.

Rachel has the opportunity to be treated by specialists in PA. After sending hundreds of medical documents to the doctors and making many phone calls, the specialists will take Rachel's case. But money is an issue. The flights, meals, lodging, co pays, twenty percent out of pocket, etc. are not covered by insurance and the family simply does not have the money. But this little girls needs the specialists help.

5/3 Bank, Destiny Diaper Bank, Woman’s Life Chapter 701 and The Bridge Networking Group, Inc. are working together to help make this trip possible for little Rachel. The "Rachel's Flight" project is asking for donations to help Rachel and her Father see the specialists that may be able to help this little girl.

Donations to “Rachel’s Flight” may be made at any 5/3 Bank or you may help us raise money on May 6th.

Pay it Forward for Prosperity Event and Fundraiser

by Trish Defeo

Presented by 

Mom's Prosperity Network SWFL

Thursday May 6

6-9 PM

Nirvana

9101 College Parkway

To Benefit Act 

Door Prizes

Guest Speaker

Live Music

Free Mom-tinis (compliments of Nirvana) 

“The “Pay It Forward” event is an opportunity for us to make a meaningful, conscious decision to help others, and make a difference for such a great organization in our local community,” said Trish DeFeo, founder of the MOM’s Prosperity Network of Southwest Florida.  “We are very excited to host this event, which will raise money for the victims of domestic abuse and their children, victims of sexual assault, and the homeless people of our community. We hope to encourage moms to realize their worth and reach the potential in every aspect of their lives, and to make their and their children’s lives better.”  

DeFeo says the MOM’s Prosperity Network wanted to do something significant in honor of Mother’s Day, and that’s when her group came up with the idea for the “Pay It Forward” fundraiser.    

About MOM’s Prosperity Network of Southwest Florida
 The MOM’s Prosperity Network is a group of like-minded moms who want to have and share wealth in every aspect of their lives. It is a spiritual, holistic, and practical concept to bring moms together for a common goal: to assist, support and provide inspiration and vision for the future for themselves and others. For more information, contact Trish at 239-297-6588


About Abuse Counseling and Treatment
ACT is a non-profit agency established in 1978 to serve victims of domestic violence and their children, survivors of sexual assault and the new and temporarily homeless in Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties.  For more information, visit http://www.actabuse.com/

March for Babies

By Regina Troops

March for Babies

http://www.marchforbabies.com/

Lee County

Saturday April 24

6-10 PM

Centennial Park

Fort Myers

March for Babies is the largest fundraiser held by the March of Dimes today. Funds raised support programs of research, advocacy, community services and education to fight birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

Join us for a fabulous evening at this 3 mile walk through downtown Ft. Myers. After the walk bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live entertainment, food and fun in the park.

$25.00 Adult
$15.00 Youth under 18
Children free

Fundraise for incentives and awards

Family Teams - Corporate Teams - Individuals are all welcomed!

Charlotte County

Saturday April 24

8-11 AM

Peace River Regional Medical Center

March for Babies is the largest fundraiser held by the March of Dimes today. Funds raised support programs of research, advocacy, community services and education to fight birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

$25 for Adult
$15 for Youth (under 18)
Children Free

Collier County

Saturday May 1

6-10 PM

Camber Park

Naples

March for Babies is the largest fundraiser held by the March of Dimes today. Funds raised support programs of research, advocacy, community services and education to fight birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

$25 for Adult
$15 for Youth under 18
Children free

Stay after the walk and enjoy live entertainment, food and fun in the park.