Get revved up for the annual Gatornationals Chamber After Hours Wednesday, March 10 from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Gainesville Raceway. As always, this After Hours promises to be a fantastic evening of food, prizes and networking. Don't worry about the weather--this event will be covered.
We will also be filming testimonials to bring the Google fiber optic trial to Gainesville. Come to the raceway ready to answer the question: Why a Gig for Gainesville?
Admission is $10 for members and $20 for future members. You do not need to register for this event. Welcome racers and fans to Gatornationals at the Gainesville Raceway Wednesday, March 10!
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee sent a business-based questionnaire to those running for city election. See their responses here.
The election is March 16, but you can vote early from March 8 to March 13 at the County Administration Building at 12 SE 1st Street.
Leadership Gainesville (LG) is a year-long community leadership program designed to identify, educate and develop leadership skills. Each year, approximately 40 individuals are selected to participate following completion of a competitive application process. LG provides the opportunity to develop leadership skills by networking with individuals in the community that represent business, law, religion, civic groups, the arts, minority organizations, education, health care, government, human services and volunteer organizations. Get your application here. Read more about LG here.
Join business and community leaders from Alachua and Marion Counties March 17 and travel to Tallahassee to meet with legislators and advocate for our region. Participants will hear from our region's political leaders on issues impacting Florida and the Gainesville area, and they will have the opportunity to develop relationships with our regional delegation and staff.
The day will start with the Alachua County Delegation Breakfast and a legislative briefing from the Florida Chamber of Commerce. Appointments with elected officials will follow, and we will end the day with the Heart of Florida Days Reception. For more information, and to register, contact Kimberly Hall at 334.7100 or kimh@gainesvillechamber.com.
Google is challenging communities to “Think Big with a Gig.” If selected Gainesville will have networks that deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what most Americans have access to today. Now through March 26th, Google is challenging communities to show why they should be the new home - and leader - of this technology. We are that community! We need your help to prove it. And fast!
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Big Brother Big Sisters Presents Bowl for Kids' Sake
American Red Cross CPR-a-thon and Prepare Fair 2010
"Jazz Up Spring" Concert at Santa Fe College
Donate Blood and See Local Roller Derby for Free
Help Neutral Gator Win Grant to Weatherize Low-Income Gainesville Homes
Keep Alachua County Beautiful Recycling Program at Gatornationals
Webster University Open House
The Family Organic Farm Grand Opening
Hampton Inn Blood Drive
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