The Circuit - The Holiday Issue 2020

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

features

From Tiffiney Carter

20 Holiday Dining Guide 28 Local Holiday Gift Guide 34 Spirit & Feast

message from the chairman

10 From Matt Griffitts

Ask the Doctor

46 Up In Smoke

message from the PRESIDENT/CEO

10 From Kristopher McLane

see & be seen

50 11th Annual Golf Classic 54 PCB Chamber Bowling Tournament

air & sea

12 News from Tyndall Air Force Base & Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division

business spotlights

16 The Latest Updates from Businesses in Bay County 6

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committees

58 IdeaCamp 59 Ambassadors

around town

60 City of Panama City Beach, Mayor Mark Sheldon 60 Bay County Board of County

Commissioners, Griff Griffitts 61 Gulf Coast State College, Dr. John Holdnak 61 FSU Panama City, Mary Beth Lovingood 62 CareerSource Gulf Coast, Kim Bodine 62 Bay District Schools, Bill Husfelt 63 Bay EDA, Becca Hardin 63 Visit Panama City Beach, Dan Rowe

membership

66 Grand Openings & Ribbon Cuttings 68 Letter from Your Chamber Rep 69 New + Renewing Members

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2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Board KAREN SMITH

Chairman | Sugar Sands Insurance, Griffitts Construction Past Chairwoman | Beachy Beach Real Estate

JEFF DIBENEDICTIS

Incoming Chairman | BancorpSouth

CATHERINE COLLINS

Secretary | Resort Collection

PAUL SCHREINER

Treasurer | Texas Roadhouse

MATT GRIFFITTS

Board of Directors JACK BISHOP

Capt. Jacks

JEAN CAPPS

Individual/WaterColor Inn & Resort

SHAY CATRETT

BAYSOLUTIONS

MARVIN COLLEY

Beach TV

TRAVIS CRISP

Counts Oakes Resort Properties/LSI

BRAD GRIFFIN

Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center

SAKE IRFAN

Gulf Power

RICK KOEHNEMANN

Koehnemann Construction

WILL LARK

Shipwreck Island Waterpark

LEE ANN LEONARD

Pink Narcissus

JAKE MANN

Community Bank

JORDAN ROSENAU

The St. Joe Company

JOE SORCI

Florida Architects

JIMY THORPE

A Superior Air Conditioning

Honorary Board RAMON DUVALL

Beachside Fellowship

DR. RANDY HANNA

Florida State University Panama City

BECCA HARDIN

Bay Economic Development Alliance

DR. JOHN HOLDNAK

Gulf Coast State College

PARKER MCCLELLAN

NWFL Beaches International Airport

DAN ROWE

Visit Panama City Beach

JOHN SKAGGS

Naval Support Activity Panama City

MAYOR MARK SHELDON City of Panama City Beach

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Well, here we are! 2020 is almost over. It is astonishing to me how fast this year has flown by. It seems like it was only yesterday when people were quarantined to their homes and hoarding toilet paper, and already, we are approaching the holiday season. This has always been my favorite time of the year; I get to enjoy bonfires, jackets and cozy sweaters, football, delicious food, family gatherings, seasonal decorating, and last but not least, the joy that the holidays bring to my children's faces.

I know some of you are reading this right now feeling those notorious "bah humbug" vibes. To some, 2020 may seem like a "wasted year" thanks to the pandemic, but as we head into the holiday season and are reflective of this past year, we must keep pushing forward. We should remind ourselves to embrace each and every moment we have. Despite the difficulties some of us have faced, it is these challenges that only make us stronger. Why shake off the year 2020 when you could instead capture and mold it into new strengths or strategies for a phenomenal 2021?

This holiday season, we should all focus on everything that we are grateful for. Be grateful that you are still in business or have excellent health. Be grateful for your family, friends, and those that stood by your side as the sky was falling.

This holiday season, we should show more love and compassion for those around us. Be nice to that rude person in the grocery store; you don't know what their current situation may be. Donate to a local charity or family in need.

Giving is a universal language of the heart. When we help others, we also help ourselves become more human.

Let's all make the best out of what we have.

I wish you all great happiness and health this holiday season

CHAMBER STAFF KRISTOPHER MCLANE

President/CEO

JENA LILES

Chief Financial Officer

SHANNON RICHMOND

Vice President, Director of Membership

LYNSIE SISK

Director of Marketing & Events

TIFFINEY CARTER

Director of Communications & Design

MISSY HOLMES

Business Support Director

and much luck as we flip our pages into the next chapter.

Tiffiney Carter Tiffiney Carter, Director of Communications & Design Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN It is hard to believe that this is the final edition of The Circuit magazine for 2020. I know everyone is looking forward to new beginnings in 2021! Although this year was not at all what anyone was expecting, and we were faced with many new challenges, it was my honor to serve as the 2020 Chairman of the Board.

At the beginning of 2020, we had high expectations for the year. We had to alter those expectations accordingly with each month that passed. Numerous events were cancelled, and budgets had to be modified, but the Chamber staff promptly made adjustments as needed. We are blessed with some of the most talented and enthu-

siastic staff around. They love our community, and it shows daily in their work ethic.

If you know anything about my family, you know that we share a love for Panama City Beach. It has been my honor to follow after my mother, father, and brother in serving Panama City Beach and specifically the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce. I pray that 2021 brings each and every one of you a year full of hopefulness, happiness, and health.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Matt Griffitts, 2020 Chairman of the Board Sugar Sands Insurance / Griffitts Construction

M E S S A G E F R O M T H E P R E S I D E N T/C E O The holiday season is officially upon us and the year 2020 is coming to an end. We can all agree that 2020 was unpredictable and full of challenges for businesses and their employees, communities, hospitals, schools, and sadly those families that lost loved ones. This is a year that most are ready to forget and move on from. However, I think it’s still important to remember that 2020 did have some positives. For me personally, my wife and I welcomed our beautiful baby boy to our family this March. For our organization, we found out how resilient our team can be during a pandemic.

With the pandemic upon us, our Chamber had to think quickly and be innovative with approaches that allowed our members to connect with other businesses virtually or in small groups due to restrictions.

Our large events like the Women’s Work-Life Symposium, Panama City Beach Marathon, Friday at the Beach, and some Business After Hours, unfortunately, had to be postponed or cancelled. We created virtual Ideacamps with community speakers and members to share updates and ideas with other members on Facebook live. Our team created a Restaurant Guide for our membership that listed who was still open or offering carryout/delivery options. Our Chamber answered hundreds of calls/emails a week with concerned visitors and businesses. The need was so great that we designed a COVID-19 information resource page on PCBeach.org that has received almost 750,000 pageviews. We even created a new event once our state moved into Phase 3 with our PCB Chamber Bowling Tournament.

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Anything we could do to support our members, help our community, and still assist visitors, we were committed to helping.

I am very proud and lucky to have my talented team and supportive Board of Directors, led by Chairman Matt Griffitts, who guided our organization through 2020. The PCB Chamber still accomplished two of our goals: 1.) Growing our Membership to nearly 1,300 members and 2.) Giving back to the community with donations: $3,750 to Haney Technical, $1,000 to the Human Society, $1,000 to Covenant Care, and $200 to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Florida. Plus, our December Business After Hours/Christmas Party is a huge toy drive for the Panama City Beach Police Department and Bay County Sheriff’s Office.

I want to conclude by saying thank you to all of our hard-working front-line healthcare workers, police, firefighters, EMS, and of course, our military who protect us every day. I also want to thank our proud members and community leaders who support us every year and allow us to continue our mission. We truly appreciate each and every one of you. This holiday season, let’s just reflect on the positives from the year and remember all those that protect our communities and country every day.

Wishing everyone a relaxing and joyful Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Happy New Year.

Kristopher McLane, President/CEO Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce

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A I R & S E A | tyndall air force base

TURNING POINT: TYNDALL BREAKS GROUND ON ABM SIMULATOR FACILITY B Y 2 N D LT . K A Y L A F I T Z G E R A L D | 3 2 5 T H F I G H T E R W I N G P U B L I C A F FA I R S

The 325th Fighter Wing, Tyndall Program

marked two years since the area experi-

years as we continue to innovate to create

Management Office, and mission partners

enced the strongest sustained wind-speed

a smart, resilient, sustainable 21st-century

held a groundbreaking ceremony for the

hurricane to hit the continental United

installation, ready to meet the needs of

new Air Battle Manager Simulator Facility

States in 25 years.”

the Air Force and our nation.”

The groundbreaking served as a visual re-

The construction of the simulator facility is

at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 13, 2020.

minder of how far the base has come since

also a major step forward for the 337th Air

This event was a milestone for the base

the storm and as a turning point for Team

Control Squadron. Tyndall is the sole train-

as it marked the first groundbreaking of

Tyndall to shift focus to the future.

ing location for the Air Force’s air battle

a new construction project on the instal-

managers, and the new facility will help

lation since Hurricane Michael devastated

“Today, as we begin building a new, per-

Tyndall and Bay County two years ago.

manent replacement facility here at Tyn-

sustain student output rates.

dall, we look forward and begin to build “The significance of the past weekend for

the base that we need,” said Moseley.

“It provides secure and safe access to ad-

Team Tyndall and the surrounding com-

“This groundbreaking is the first of 44

vanced facilities to continue training and

munity is not lost on me,” said Col. Greg

planned construction projects resulting

posture for the future of combat opera-

Moseley, 325th FW commander. “Saturday

in 120 new facilities over the next several

tions,” said Lt. Col. Donald VanSlyke, 337th

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ACS commander. “The facility will contain sophisticated simulators

said Melançon. “We’re going to be executing more than 40 in less

that provide high-fidelity training to ABMs to ensure they have the

than seven years. While the PMO is leading the rebuild on behalf of

necessary tactical skills prior to moving on to Combat Air Force

the 325th Fighter Wing and the Air Force, there are many other part-

units.”

nerships and key points of collaboration that are critical to meeting the strategic vision for the installation of the future.”

The facility is expected to be completed by spring 2022, and construction on many more projects will begin in the near future with

These partnerships and the rebuild ensure Team Tyndall can contin-

plans to break ground on a new Child Development Center in spring

ue its mission of developing resourceful and resilient Airmen trained

2021.

to project unrivaled combat air power for years to come.

“The architecture (of the CDC) will be both attractive and built to

“Team Tyndall is a critical asset to the nation’s defense and its strat-

last,” said Brig. Gen. Patrice Melançon, Tyndall PMO executive direc-

egy,” said Moseley. “I am proud of the work we have accomplished

tor. “Just like all critical infrastructure here at Tyndall, both buildings

to date and look forward to molding Tyndall into the base of the

are designed to withstand sustained hurricane-force winds of up to

future.”

165 mph and a storm surge of 19 feet.”

An endeavor as large as the rebuild of Tyndall requires the collaboration of many different organizations. “On average, an installation receives one military construction project every couple of years,” CAPTION (Left): From left to right, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrice Melancon, Tyndall Program Management Office executive director, Theodore Brown with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Air Force Col. Greg Moseley, 325th Fighter Wing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Gregory Beaulieu, 325th Mission Support Group commander, Brian Stahl, 325th Civil Engineer Squadron deputy commander, and Lynn Carter, a representative from a construction company, pose for a photo at a groundbreaking ceremony on Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 13, 2020. Two years after Hurricane Michael, the Construction of the new Air Battle Manager Simulator building is a major step in rebuilding Tyndall Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tiffany Price)

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A I R & S E A | naval surface warfare center panama city division

NSWC PANAMA CITY STRENGTHENS CYBER CAPABILITIES THROUGH COLLABORATIVE UNMANNED VEHICLE EXERCISES B Y K AT H E R I N E M A P P | N S W C P C D P U B L I C A F FA I R S

Scientists and engineers at the Naval Sur-

unmanned systems capabilities to the test.

CyberLab while providing information to

face Warfare Center Panama City Division

Dr. Matthew Bays, Cyber Defense of Un-

improve the cyber hardening technolo-

(NSWC PCD) are conducting cybersecurity

manned Systems project lead at NSWC

gies that were developed under the Cyber

exercises in an effort to strengthen naval

PCD, said the goal of the cybersecurity ex-

Defense Project,” said Bays.

capabilities.

ercise was to analyze any vulnerabilities in unmanned systems.

NSWC PCD’s Cyber Defense of Unmanned

According to Bays, the exercise was a scenario where an adversary captured an

Systems and the NSWC PCD CyberLab

“The experiment provided a practical, re-

unmanned system and attempted to ex-

project teams collaborated to put their

al-world exercise for the engineers in the

tract information from it. The team used

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State License: CAC1816167

commercial-off-the-shelf systems coupled with locally developed

“Cross-departmental and cross-mission area collaborations are a

software to conduct the tests.

good thing for the command and the Navy because they allow scientists and engineers in multiple mission areas to gain knowl-

Joshua Davis, NSWC PCD cybersecurity engineer, serving in sup-

edge, experience, and understanding,” said Maglio.

port of both projects, said conducting these type of exercises are

Both teams agreed that these types of exercises are win-wins for

essential to further the development and strengthening of cyber

the Navy.

networks.

“The CyberLab team provided a real-world cybersecurity task, and “Events such as this are significant because it provides an oppor-

the Cyber Defense team received valuable information on how

tunity for both teams to gain experience and information of value

to make the cybersecurity technologies they developed for un-

to the Navy in the domain of cybersecurity,” said Davis.

manned systems better,” said Bays.

Kate Maglio, NSWC PCD CyberLab project lead, said the collabo-

The teams gained valuable knowledge and understanding in the

ration across the technical departments operating as one team

areas of cybersecurity and unmanned systems, as well as insight

has proved to be a benefit in mission successes.

into how to improve the cybersecurity of unmanned systems.

CAPTION (Left): Adam Coffman, NSWC PCD computer engineer, left, and Jason Bennett, computer scientist, right, attempts to gain access to the unmanned system’s internal software. (Photo by Anthony Powers)

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TR U STM A R K

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Nomad Food Truck.

families, businesses, and communities in 190+ locations through-

Gather Family, which began with Hunt & Gather Catering and The

Hunt and Gather was created by Chef Derek Langford from his passion

for quality cuisine and exceptional experiences. He and his wife Tiffany started the catering company to help provide clients and their guests

respected financial institutions, with over 2,800 professionals serving out the Southeast. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and business banking services through eight convenient Bay County lo-

cations in Lynn Haven, Panama City, Panama City Beach, and Parker.

with five-star quality restaurant food and service for their events.

As a community-focused, values-guided organization, we know

Having their mobile kitchen, “The Nomad,” they realized the need

live, work and play, we are also supporting our future and en-

for a food truck that had familiar food but with a twist. Keep-

ing the Hunt & Gather theme and having knowledge of wild game cuisine, Chef Derek started testing recipes with Elk and Geor-

gia Quail, creating the Famous Elk Burger and Quail Quesadilla.

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per bar, wine shelving made of black pipes, and handmade shelves. The food was definitely not an afterthought either.

“I strive to ensure our guests have an experience with unique dishes,

that by supporting the organizations and people where we hancing the lives of our customers, associates, and neighbors.

We are also committed to enhancing our customers’ banking experi-

ence by offering technology and services that promote convenience and simplify banking. Our new interactive teller machine, myTeller®,

will be installed soon at our Panama City Drive-Thru location and will

provide customers with two-way audio/video banking with a Trustmark associate. myTeller® offers many of the same services performed by

traditional tellers, plus the added benefit of extended banking hours: Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., with Saturday hours available in the near future. myTeller® also functions as a traditional ATM 24/7.

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We are delighted to continue to serve the vi-

C O A STA L W I L D L I F E R E M O VA L

TOYS 4 KIDS Our founder, Chris Moates, had a vision over 23 years ago to bring together the best in our community to care for the most valuable asset we have, the kids. No child should be left out of the spirit of Christmas

or the exchange that comes from gifting and getting gifts. Toys fuel the imagination of our youth and allow them to build intelligence and creativity. Toys for Kids Foundation loves helping kids succeed, and that

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Alice's On Bayview

Barracuda Beach

Angry Tuna Seafood Company

Beau's

Back Beach Barbecue

Beef 'O' Brady's

701 Pier Park Drive, Suite 155 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-4632

19714 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-0822

Bar 72 - Sheraton Bay Point 4701 Bay Point Road Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-6978

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FOOD SPECIAL

NE W YEAR'S DAY

NE W YEAR'S EVE

1000 Bayview Avenue Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 640-4516

CHRISTMAS DAY

CHRISTMAS EVE

6628 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 249-3343

2304 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 775-1828

11226 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 739-4647

Billy's Oyster Bar & Crab House 3000 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-2349

Buffalo Wild Wings

701 Pier Park Drive Bldg. C, Suite 100 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 236-0325

Cahall 's

416 W. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 769-7739

Bella Roma Tuscan Grill

11535 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-1340

Carrabba's Italian Grill

13820 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 ( 850) 230-4522

F E A T U R E | holiday dining guide Chick-fil-A - Panama City Beach

11428 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-9540

Dirty Dick's Crabhouse

9800 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-3425

Domino's Pizza/DeBest Pizza, Inc.

493 Richard Jackson Blvd. #523 Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-4400

272 S. Highway 79 West PCB Store Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-3030

Culver's of Panama City Beach

Domino's Pizza/DeBest Pizza, Inc.

Dick's Last Resort

Firefly

Dickey's Barbecue Pit

Flip Flops Restaurant - Sheraton Bay Point

CiCi's

11501 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-0709

16210 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 588-0631

100 S. Pier Park Drive Suite 125 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-2458

9528 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32408-5237 (850) 234-3030

535 N. Richard Jackson Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-3359

4114 Jan Cooley Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 236-6000

Guadalajara Mexican Grill

8730 Thomas Drive, Suite 1108 Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-3300

Gulf Coast Burger Co.

10031 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 775-1312

Hang Five

15005 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 502-5555

Hook'd Pier Bar & Grill, LLC 16201C Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 233-8232

Hooter's

12709 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-9464

House of Henry Diego's Burrito Factory and Margarita Bar 15514 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-7373

Golden Corral

105 E. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 872-9090

461 Harrison Avenue Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 481-1602

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F E A T U R E | holiday dining guide Hunt & Gather Raw Bar & Pub

La Cocina Mexican Grill & Bar/Grits & Grind

J. Michael 's Restaurant

Longboards

Jersey Mike's Subs

Lorrie Morgan's Spicy Hot Chicken Coop

7942 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 708-1147

3210 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 233-2055

15750 Panama City Beach Parkway, Unit 240 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 588-5309

10343 E. County Highway 30A Seacrest, FL 32461 (850) 231-4021

8746 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 500-7873

9902 S. Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 586-1991

Mike's Cafe & Oyster Bar 17554 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 234-1942

Mission BBQ

508 E. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 304-2140

Montego Bay

437 Richard Jackson Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 233-6033

New York Pizza & Grill Jimmy John's

100 S. Pier Park Drive, Suite 105 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 230-6301

Margaritaville

16230 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-7870

600 Pier Park Drive, Suite 105 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 708-3355

Bethlehem Christmas Village Dec. 9 thru 12

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Runaway Island Beach Bar & Grill 14521 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 634-4884

Saltwater Grill

11040 Hutchinson Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-2739

Salty Goat Saloon

13006 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-6010

Sandbar Seafood and BBQ Joint 275 S. Highway 79 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 249-7200

Outback Steakhouse - Panama City 861 W. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 784-9649

Panera Bread

101 Bluefish Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-6325

Papa John's

11160 Panama City Beach Parkway, Suite 406 Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 235-6161

Paparazzi Gourmet Deli, LLC 2810 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 588-8244

Patches Pub & Grill

4723 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 233-8879

Pelican's Restaurant - Sheraton Bay Point

4114 Jan Cooley Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 236-6000

Schooners

5121 Gulf Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-3555

Shades Bar & Grill

10952 E. County Highway 30A, Suite 1 Inlet Beach, FL 32461 (850) 231-9410

Shane's Rib Shack

10100 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 249-8111

Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant Pescado, LLC

74 Town Hall Road, 4B Rosemary Beach, FL 32461 (850) 213-4600

15201 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-3882

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Shrimp Boat Restaurant 1201 Beck Avenue Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 785-8706

Shuckum's Oyster Pub & Grill

15614 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 235-3214

Triple J Steaks & Seafood 2218 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 233-9514

Taziki's

15463 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 257-5695

Texas Roadhouse

15660 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 236-7448

Slim Chickens

300 W. 23rd Street Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 640-1586

Sonny's BBQ

The Grand Marlin - Panama City Beach

Sunrise Cafe & Bakery

The Pancakery of PCB

2240 Highway 77 Lynn Haven, FL 32444 (850) 763-5114

5323 N. Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 249-1500

10616 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 588-6795

Tides Restaurant - Sheraton Bay Point

4114 Jan Cooley Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 236-6000

Whataburger

11749 Panama City Beach Parkway Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 230-2508

Zaxby's

9960 Hutchison Blvd.

Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 233-6000

Zoe's Kitchen

15620 Panama City Beach Parkway, Suite 2 Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 233-1993

13800 Panama City Beach Parkway, Suite 110 Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 588-5077

Hours of operation are subject to change. Please contact the restaurant for more information.

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HOLIDAY Gift Guide It's that time of the year again to purchase gifts for your

friends, family, and loved ones for the holidays, and where else better to shop than through some of our local Beach Chamber members? Help support one of our local businesses and try out one of these gift ideas for exchange this holiday season.

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CARBON COOL LT PILLOW Give the gift of total comfort from your friends at The Sleep Center. This quality bed pillow will enhance your loved one’s bedtime and power their sweet dreams. The Carbon Cool LT Pillow is the most advanced pillow-cooling technology available, utilizing OmniphaseŽ phase change material that provides continual temperature regulation with ventilation for superior airflow.

Purchase with PCB Chamber member, The Sleep Center, 1830 W. 23rd Street, Panama City, FL 32405. (850) 785-0910

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HEARTS ON FIRE DIAMONDS Hearts On Fire Diamonds are The World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamonds! The Fulfillment Pendant, as featured, is one of our alltime favorites. This simplistic and timeless pendant comes in all sizes from ¼ ct all the way 2 ct. With a starting price of $1,490, it is sure to represent your love for her on Christmas morning!

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THIS YEAR, WE DECIDED TO BRING BACK OUR SPIRIT & FEAST HOLIDAY RECIPE FEATURE AND COLLECTED A HANDFUL OF UNIQUE AND TRADITIONAL CELEBRATION-WORTHY RECIPES FOR YOU TO ENJOY. YOU WILL DEFINITELY WANT TO ADD SOME OF THESE TO YOUR HOLIDAY RECIPE REPERTOIRE.

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caramel apple cider mimosa

chocolate covered cherry peppermint martini

white christmas mojito

pear and ginger sparkler WWW.PCBEACH.ORG 35

F E A T U R E | spirit & feast

Chocolate Covered Cherry Peppermint Martini

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS • • •

1.5 oz Grenadine 1.25 oz Creme De Cacao 1.25 oz Smirnoff Peppermint Twist Vodka

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

2.

Caramel Apple Cider Mimosa

Add ice to a cocktail shaker. Add the grenadine, shake vigorously, then strain into a martini glass. Repeat with the creme de cacao and vodka, using a fresh shaker and ice each time. Strain each layer slowly into the glass, letting the liquor slide down the side of the glass to create each layer.

The bottom layer is grenadine. You can swap for a cherry liqueur should it so suit, or even Creme De Cassis, though its flavor is more berry than cherry. It still works. The next layer is clear Creme De Cacao, otherwise known as chocolate! Yum. And then the top layer is some green-tinted, limited edition Smirnoff Peppermint Twist Vodka!

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1.5 oz caramel vodka 1.5 oz apple cider sparkling wine to top off glass Rim and Garnish 3 tbsp caramel topping 3 tbsp cinnamon sugar 1 tsp fresh ground nutmeg or from spice jar 1 apple slice

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

2.

3.

Rim: Pour caramel into a small dish. Pour cinnamon sugar and nutmeg mixture into another small dish. Dip champagne flute into caramel to rim glass. Next, dip into spice mixture until coated.

Mimosa: Pour apple cider and caramel vodka into each flute and top with your favorite bubbly.

Garnish with apple slice.

Recipe from www.moms-mimosa.com

>> MAKE-AHEAD TIP

The trick to layering is to pour SLOWLY. Get the first layer down to the bottom, and then slowly pour the next layer on top by letting the liquor slide down the side of the glass. If you pour too fast, it will plunge into the layer beneath and mix. Which, I mean, is OK in the end, because you need to stir it to drink it, but it won’t be as pretty.

Recipe from www.asimplepantry.com

Pear and Ginger Sparklers Yield: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS Pear & Ginger Cocktail Shrub:

Pear & Ginger Cocktail:

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3 ripe pears chopped 1 cup water ½ cup honey 2 tablespoons grated ginger ½ cup unfiltered apple cider vinegar 3 thyme sprigs optional

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INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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2 ounces pear ginger shrub 2 ounce of vodka Juice of half of a lemon Splash of honey 2 inch piece of ginger skin removed and cut into chunks bottle of prosecco or champagne Pear slices for garnish

Shrub: In a medium sauce pan, combine pears, honey, and water. Bring to a soft boil. Lower to medium-low heat and allow to simmer for 25 minutes. The pears will release their juices and soften. Remove from heat.

Add in grated ginger. Cover pan and allow to sit for another 10-15 minutes so flavors can continue to meld together.

Strain mixture with a sieve to discard pair pieces (pressing pairs into the sieve to extract their remaining juices).

Add mixture back to pan along with apple cider vinegar and bring to low boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Pour mixture into air tight container and store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Cocktail: In a shaker, combine all of the ingredient, except champagne.

Muddle the ginger for about a minute so it releases its flavor. Add ice and shake vigorously.

Divide the mixture between 2 glasses. Top with champagne until glass is 3/4s of the way full. Garnish with pair slice.

Recipe from www.daniliciousdishes.com

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juice of 1 lime 8 leaves mint 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons white rum 1 tablespoon coconut rum 1/4 cup canned coconut milk sparkling water for topping pomegranate arils for serving

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

2.

In a glass, muddle the lime juice, sugar and mint leaves until the leaves have broken down. Fill the glass halfway with ice.

In a blender, combine the white rum, coconut rum, and coconut milk and pulse until smooth. Pour over the ice and stir to combine. Top with sparkling water, mint and pomegranate. Drink up!

Recipe from www.halfbakedharvest.com

cranberry sauce with apples, orange, and cinnamon

smokey chipotle pumpkin hummus

white chocolate chip cranberry macadamia nut cookies

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Smoky Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus

Cranberry Sauce with Apples, Orange, and Cinnamon

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

Yield: 10 servings | Total time: 15 minutes

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2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup tahini 3 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more, to top 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, plus adobo sauce, to taste 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more to top Roasted, salted pumpkin seeds, to top

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes

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INSTRUCTIONS 1.

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

2.

Pulse the lemon juice, tahini, garlic, and salt together in a food processor or blender until it forms a paste. Add in the chickpeas, olive oil, and chipotle chiles and pulse until smooth. Add in the pumpkin puree, cumin, and smoked paprika and pulse until well-combined.

Transfer the hummus to a bowl and swirl the top using the back of the spoon. Drizzle over a little additional olive oil. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and top with roasted pumpkin seeds. Serve or refrigerate until ready to serve.

12 oz cranberries fresh or frozen 1/2 cup orange juice zest of 1 orange 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 large apple peeled and diced to bite-sized pieces 1 cinnamon stick 1/2 cup water

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In a large saucepan over medium heat, add cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, maple syrup, apples, cinnamon stick, and water.

Bring sauce to a boil and allow to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes. Sauce has finished cooking when cranberries have burst, giving the sauce its trademark thick texture. Before removing from heat, taste test the sauce; if sauce is too tart, add 1 tablespoon of syrup or brown sugar until desired sweetness is reached.

Remove sauce from heat and allow to cool slightly. Serve immediately.

Recipe from www.homemadehooplah.com

Recipe from www.hostthetoast.com

Cranberry Pomegranate Ambrosia Salad

Yield: 10-14 servings | Prep time: 10 minutes | Passive time: 4 hours

White Chocolate Chip Cranberry Macadamia Nut Cookies Yield: 36 cookies | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 10 hours

INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • • •

1 12 oz. bag fresh or frozen (thawed) whole cranberries 1 20 oz. can crushed pineapple, drained 3/4cup sugar 2 cups miniature marshmallows 1 15 oz. can mandarin oranges, drained ¾ cup heavy whipping cream 1/3 cup Powdered sugar ½ cup Greek vanilla yogurt 1 cup pomegranate arils/seeds

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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Finely chop cranberries in a food processor. Add to a fine mesh sieve and push out any excess moisture (over the sink). Add drained pineapple and push down with a spatula to remove any excess moisture.

Stir in sugar until well combined. Place sieve over a bowl, cover and place in the refrigerator. Let chill 2 hours up to overnight.

Add cranberry mixture to a serving bowl. Stir in the marshmallows, followed by Mandarin oranges. Set aside.

Beat heavy cream in a large mixing bowl for 1 minute then beat in powdered sugar. Continue to beat until soft peaks form. Fold vanilla yogurt into whipped cream.

Fold the whipped cream mixture into the cranberry mixture. Right before serving, garnish with the pomegranate.

Recipe from www.carlsbadcravings.com

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2 cups unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 3 eggs 1 egg yolk 3 tablespoons hot water 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 cups old-fashioned oats 1 11.5-ounce package white chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups chopped macadamia nuts 1 1/2 cups cranberry-raisins

Melt the butter and allow to cool slightly. Cream the butter and sugars in the bowl of a stand mixer set to medium-high until creamy, light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.

2. Add the eggs and egg yolk one at a time, mixing well in between additions.

3. In a ramekin or small bowl dissolve the baking soda in the hot water and add to the creamed mix with the vanilla.

4. Sift the flour and salt together. Add half of the flour mix to the batter and mix then add the other half and mix.

5. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the oats, white chocolate chips, macadamia nuts and cranberries and mix until just combined. For chunkier textured cookies, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 3 days.

6. Preheat the oven to 375°F if using unrefrigerated dough and 350°F if using refrigerated.

7. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and use a cookie scoop to form balls and gently roll in the palms of your hand then place onto the cookie sheet about 2 inches apart from each other.

8. Bake one sheet of cookies at a time for 10 minutes or until just golden.

Remove from oven and let cool on the cookie sheet for 3-4 minutes then move to a wire cooling rack until completely cooled.

Recipe from www.foodiecrush.com

world's best thanksgiving stuffing

maple glazed ham

sweet potato bake with apples and cranberries

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Sweet Potato Bake with Apples & Cranberries

Yield: 8 servings | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 1 hours, 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • • •

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4" half moons 3 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced 1/4" thick 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/8 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tsp maple extract 1 ounce corn starch 1 pound fresh cranberries

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel sweet potatoes and cut into half-moons. ¼ inch thick. Core and slice apples ¼ inch thick.

Mix dry ingredients together and, in a large bowl, toss potatoes and apples with the dry ingredients. Add cranberries as well.

Spray a 9x13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Pour potatoes and apples into pan, cover with tin foil. Bake at 350 for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Remove tin foil and serve.

Recipe from www.ijustmakesandwiches.com

Cherry-Almond Slaw

Yield: 8 servings | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes

World's Best Thanksgiving Stuffing Yield: 10-14 servings

INGREDIENTS • • • • • •

1 16-ounce package of pork breakfast sausage • 1 32-ounce carton of chicken 2 cups of diced celery or turkey broth 2 cups of diced onion • 1 cup of milk 2 cups of diced mushrooms • 2 eggs 2 sticks of butter poultry seasoning, garlic 2 boxes of bread dumplings, thawed • powder, salt and pepper and cubed small

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

In a large skillet crumble your pork sausage and brown it. Halfway through cooking, add one stick of butter, celery, mushrooms, and onions.

2. Sauté until cooked well but the veggies still have some bite.

3. If you see liquid in the pan you need to cook the veggies longer, so the liquid evaporates and the stuffing doesn’t wind up soggy.

4. Season the sausage and veggies with your salt, pepper, garlic powder and poultry seasoning. Season this to your preference. We use about 2 tablespoons of poultry seasoning, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder and a couple of teaspoons of salt and pepper.

5. Add cubed bread dumplings to a casserole dish. There is no need to dry out or toast the dumplings; they are perfect just thawed and cubed.

6. Add meat and veggie mixture to the cubed dumplings and toss to combine well.

7. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture. (It will look quite soggy.) Stir to combine well.

8. Whisk eggs and milk and add to mixture. Melt last stick of butter and pour over top of stuffing.

9. Add a sprinkle of poultry seasoning, garlic powder and salt and pepper to the top before baking.

10. Bake at 375°F for about 45 minutes. You will know when it’s done when the center is firm, and the top is browned. If the top is getting too brown and the center is not set, loosely cover with foil.

Recipe from www.thetipsyhousewife.org

Maple Glazed Ham Yield: 12 servings | Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 2 hours, 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • • •

1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 3/4 bunch) 10 ounces cruciferous slaw mix, such as a blend of kale, Brussels sprouts or broccoli, and radicchio (about 10 packed cups) 1 cup smoked almonds, coarsely chopped 1 cup sweet or sour dried cherries, coarsely chopped

INGREDIENTS • • • • • • •

3/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves 1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 (8 lb) bone-in, fully cooked, spiral-cut ham, at room temperature

INSTRUCTIONS

Place the vinegar, oil, honey, mustard, and salt together in a large bowl. Add the scallions and stir to combine. Let sit at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld. Add the slaw mix, almonds, and cherries, and toss to combine.

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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RECIPE NOTES Make ahead: This slaw can sit out at room temperature for up to 2 hours without wilting, making it a great make-ahead or buffet dish.

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Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with foil and lightly oil or coat with nonstick spray.

In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, Dijon, orange zest, rosemary and pepper.

Place ham, cut side down, in the prepared baking dish. Brush evenly with 1/4 cup maple syrup mixture.

Place into oven, brushing with remaining maple syrup mixture every 30 minutes, until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 140°F, about 2 hours 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes.

Serve immediately.

Storage: Leftover slaw can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

5.

Recipe from www.thekitchn.com

Recipe from www.damndelicious.net

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roasted carrots with candied pecans and goat cheese

brussels sprouts with cranberry mostardo

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Brussels Sprouts with Cranberry Roasted Carrots with Candied Mostardo Pecans & Goat Cheese Yield: 8-10 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 1 hour

INGREDIENTS • • • • • •

1 lemon 1 cup sugar 16 oz. fresh (or frozen, thawed) cranberries 1 cup pitted prunes, coarsely chopped 1 Tbsp. brandy or Armagnac ¾ tsp. kosher salt, plus more

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3 Tbsp. mustard powder 2 Tbsp. mustard seeds 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp. plus ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving 3 lb. brussels sprouts Freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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Using a vegetable peeler, remove zest from lemon in 3"-long strips.

Shave off any white pith and set zest aside. Cut any remaining white pith from lemon, then cut along sides of membranes to release segments onto a cutting board; remove seeds. Coarsely chop segments and place in a medium bowl. Pulse reserved lemon zest and sugar in a food processor until lemon zest is finely chopped, about 1 minute. Mix into lemon segments.

Place cranberries and prunes in food processor (no need to wash out) and pulse until coarsely chopped; add to lemon mixture. Mix in brandy and ¾ tsp. salt. Transfer cranberry mixture to an airtight container, cover, and let sit at room temperature 12 hours. Mix mustard powder, mustard seeds, vinegar, and 1 Tbsp. oil into cranberry mixture.

Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat oven to 450°F. Toss brussels sprouts and ½ cup oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 25–30 minutes.

Add 1 cup mostarda to brussels sprouts and toss to combine. Transfer to a platter or large bowl; drizzle with oil.

INGREDIENTS • • • • • • • •

Candied Pecans:

• 2 pounds carrots - peeled • 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter - cut • • into pats 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 4 ounces goat cheese - crumbled 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves to garnish

2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cup roughly chopped pecan halves 1/4 teaspoon flaked sea salt

INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Then line a baking sheet with foil. Place the carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with the brown sugar and evenly distribute the pats of butter. Also, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and cinnamon.

Place in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until the carrots are just fork tender. During baking, turn the carrots 3 or 4 times.

While the carrots are roasting, prepare the candied pecans by melting the butter in a small pan on low heat. Once the butter is melted, add the maple syrup, brown sugar, and pecans. Stir about 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Remove the candied pecans from the heat and stir in the flaked sea salt.

Set aside.

Once the carrots are cooked, put them in a serving dish. Sprinkle them evenly with the candied pecans and goat cheese. Finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves.

Recipe from www.bonappetit.com

Recipe from www.inspiredbycharm.com

Cheesy Gruyere Sweet Potato Stacks

Christmas Wreath Antipasto Skewers

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

Yield: 8 servings | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 45 minutes

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7.

Heat the oven to 400°F. Spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, add the butter and sliced sweet potatoes. Toss well to coat, pulling apart potatoes as they stick together so that everything is well coated in butter.

In a bowl or plastic bag, add the cheeses, salt, garlic and thyme.

Place 2 slices of sweet potato in each muffin cup. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of cheeses and repeat layers until you reach just above each muffin cup, ending with cheese.

Carefully place the pan in the oven and tent with a piece of foil, being sure that it does not touch the top of the potatoes or the cheese will stick. Bake for 15 minutes, remove the foil and bake an additional 30 minutes or until cheese is starting to turn golden.

Remove from pan and serve hot!

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2 large sweet potatoes peeled and • mandoline slicer sliced 1/8" thick 6 tablespoons butter, melted 1 cup gruyere cheese finely shredded 1/2 cup Parmesan, finely shredded 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons thyme leaves, removed or 1 teaspoon, dried thyme 3 cloves garlic, minced

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30 wood skewers (3-4″ long skewers) 30 baby mozzarella balls 30 basil leaves 10–15 cherry tomatoes 30 slices peppered salami (or regular salami) 10 whole artichoke hearts, halved 20 large green olives, pitted (you can use flavored if you’d like) 30 large black olive or large kalamata olives 10 cherry peppers, halved fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Line up all your ingredients, so you’re ready to assemble antipasto skewers.

2. To each skewer, add mozzarella ball, basil leaf, and salami. From there, mixed and matched the rest of the ingredients. (Have fun with this! You can make each skewer different.)

3. Get a round serving platter and place assembled skewers in the shape of a wreath. Depending on the size of your platter, you may need to do a double layer of skewers. Then, stick pieces of fresh rosemary in random places underneath the skewers to make it look like a Christmas wreath.

4. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. (Can be made one day ahead of time.)

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ardiovascular disease remains the num-

Smoking cigarettes is the easiest preventable risk factor

USA alone, there are over 610,000 deaths

tor.

ber one cause of death in the world. In the

annually from this scourge. Not everyone, however, is at risk for coronary artery disease (the disease that results

in heart attacks). It turns out that CAD is attributable to uncontrolled risk factors: High blood pressure, high cho-

lesterol, diabetes, family history of premature CAD, and smoking. This essay focuses on the last of those. Cigarette smoking is an easily preventable risk factor for CAD

for CAD; in that, if you quit, it disappears as a risk facConsider those words for a moment.

Stopping a

certain behavior will drastically decrease your risk of having a major cause of death and sickness. What if I justi-

fied that you could prevent all traffic accidents by never chewing gum. You would very seriously consider never

chewing gum again. This is the equivalent both in scope and behavior of what we in healthcare highly recommend.

and is the main cause of premature death in the USA.

In many cases, however, smoking cessation is easier said

First off, if you do not smoke, that’s great! Don’t start! This

from a Cardiologist’s perspective. Cardiologists see a lot

is aimed at those who find it difficult or have never tried quitting.

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than done. Try, instead, viewing the problem of smoking

of smokers (ponder that fact for a moment). In fact, to elucidate this further, in my most recent month of invasive

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cardiac catheterizations (procedures to unblock clogged arteries), more than 95% of the patients were smokers!

Therefore, it is crystal clear to Cardiologists who have devoted their lives to the study and treatment of heart disease that smoking is universally terrible for your health.

Tobacco smoking certainly increases one’s risk of CAD, heart attack and death anecdotally, but further analysis of

the statistics bear this out as well. According to the Cleveland Clinic, smokers suffer from a two to four-fold increase

in CAD as well as a 70% increase in death from CAD com-

pared to the general population. Thus, smoking is already taking a natural human killer with CAD and throwing gasoline on that fire.

All of this is why I implore all my patients to quit smoking. Unfortunately, cutting back is not a good strategy. In

fact, according to a recent study, half of all the major dis-

ease processes (cancer, heart disease, COPD) occurs with

just one cigarette a day. Furthermore, another recent study suggested that simply smoking 40 cigarettes in the course

“

Many smokers decide to quit once they have a major health event such as a heart attack, stroke, or a newly diagnosed cancer.

”

of 6 months connotes a 40% increased risk of morbidity

your life and your health back. Smoke up until that point,

off doesn’t lead to long-standing cessation. If you smoke,

turkey may seem daunting and incredibly difficult, it is by

to the most recent scientific literature, the best way to stop

your long-term health.

date such as a birthday, holiday, or anniversary, but in truth,

Certainly, it is part of the human condition to rationalize our

and mortality (sickness and death). Unfortunately, weaning

and then put them down forever. Though quitting cold

quitting is the best way to optimize your health. According

far the best way to attain lasting cessation and to improve

is to pick a quit date. I usually recommend some special

it only matters that it is a date when you will decide to take

bad habits. Smoking is no exception. Most commonly, I hear that smoking helps relieve stress, and indeed, we have had

our fair share of that in the panhandle. More often, though, cigarettes invert that relationship subtly to where you have

stress if you don’t smoke. Plus, smoking is just a bandaid for the underlying cause of your stress in the first place. I often give the following analogy to my patients: imagine if

I told you I go to my front yard every day 10 times and hit my knee with a hammer as hard as I can. You, rightfully, ask

why I would do that. I explain that it really relieves stress.

Also, I used to do it 20 times a day, and now I only do it 10.

Further, I only do it outside. Plus, I grew up in a household

that did it, so I learned it from them. It sounds absurd, right? Smoking sounds no different to us. There is no

amount of stress relief that could be worth the irreparable damage done to your body.

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Many smokers decide to quit once they have a major

Many patients often inquire about medications to help

diagnosed cancer. Imagine yourself in that situation and

shown some success, they will absolutely not help unless

health event such as a heart attack, a stroke, or newly how terrifying that must be. Now consider that it can be entirely prevented in most cases. Please do not wait until

you are paralyzed on half of your body and rendered dependent on someone to take care of you every day to de-

cide that enough is enough. Stop now. There are many resources you can utilize to help you quit, but the best

source is any of your doctors. There is also the tobaccofreeflorida.com website with their associated hotline: 1 877 U CAN NOW.

with smoking cessation. Though there are a few that have you have convinced yourself you need to quit. As best

we can determine from current scientific understanding, we only have a limited time in life. You can choose to maximize that time with loved ones while living life to the fullest. Smoking drastically shortens that time. So, now is

the opportunity. Pick that quit date. Feeling stronger, breathing better, and living longer is totally worth it. I

would much rather meet you outside the hospital than on the Cath lab table.

ABOUT THE DOCTOR Don Davis, M.D. is a board-certified Cardiologist.

He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University and completed residency training at University of Florida. He is fellowship trained at Ochsner Clinic Foundation for Cardiology. He has a specialized interest in diagnostic imaging in a variety of modalities including echocardiography, nuclear stress testing, PET scans, cardiac CTA and diagnostic angiography.

Dr. Davis can be reached at Gulf Coast Cardiology 850-872-3939, 229 Southwood Drive, Panama City, FL 32405.

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f you keep doing what you’re doing, you will keep get-

ting what you got. The best way to grow or change is to

rely on the strength of others. 2020 has stretched all of us, yet our Chamber continues to redefine IdeaCamp to bold-

ly go where no one has gone before. It has been a year of virtual growth; if you’re like me, you are excited to see

one another, shake hands, hug, laugh, and grow together.

IdeaCamp meets once a month (usually the last Wednesday) in various locations throughout Bay County. The pur-

pose of these events are twofold: first, to get us thinking

about subjects from a different point of view, and second, to bring some “challenges” you may be facing to a group

of peers that may have solutions you’ve not yet thought

of. We often start the evening with a set topic – maybe

that’s dealing with different generations in the workplace,

or how technology has impacted our operations, and that is designed to get us thinking. Subjects often wander off-

topic, but that is by design. There is no standard topic or format, but there are always some great takeaways.

2021 will soon be here (remember that is the year Mad

Max was set – don’t fact check that), and we will be faced with a new set of challenges. Don’t go at it alone; reach

out to your peers, your colleges, or your Beach Chamber.

A wise man once said, “A rut is just a grave with the ends

kicked out.” If you are in a rut or want to get out of a funk, let IdeaCamp be the place to get a new perspective and laugh a bit.

W H AT I S I D E AC A M P ?

IdeaCamp is a forum to inspire, energize, and ignite the community through sharing, connecting, and cultivating of open-minded discussions supporting the free flow of ideas. IdeaCamp creates an experience to learn, engage, and expand your life and your business.

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C O M M I T T E E UCP OD M A TMEI ST T |E E ambassadors UPDATES

AMBASSADORS FA B U L O U S FA L L W I T H O U R A M A Z I N G A M B A S S A D O R S

BY JAMES CLEMENS

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anama City Beach is once again rolling up on a fabulous fall

Commerce are really super heroes cloaked as locals-at-work. They

er and our community begins to transform for the holiday splendor that will consume us for the next eight weeks or so. It’s a great time

teachers, designers, students, financiers, entrepreneurs, help desk assistants, event specialists, artists, pharmacists, and retirees with

season. Summer is fading, giving way to a hint of cooler weath-

to be here and together we will make it oh-so-wonderful!

The change of season also means that your Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce is busy working to make amazingly great

things happen for our Bay County business community. They are

having a fun time organizing activities to empower and knit together almost 1300 members. It is the stuff that makes dreams come true and they are doing their best to offer it here for you.

The holiday season would not be the same without helpers, and the Chamber has a special group of helpers, called Ambassadors, who support and assist all year long. These dedicated professionals per-

form a variety of actions that greatly enhance the membership of the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce. Our Ambassadors meet

frequently to learn about area businesses and community events so that they can recommend them and connect them with other busi-

ness people in meaningful ways. They attend grand openings and

ribbon cuttings and serve at events that need a helping hand with a smile. The Ambassadors for the Panama City Beach Chamber of

are community professionals from all walks of life; bankers, chefs,

decades of experience. They are the people you see in the stores by

day and eating at restaurants by night. They’re always enthusiastic to provide a suggestion on where to shop, eat, or play in Bay County.

They have a sense of community and they happily work to care and support it. They like to be involved.

If you are a member of the Panama City Beach Chamber of Com-

merce, and have the community-first attitude of an Ambassador, please join with us and help connect our ever-changing, alwaysvibrant business community with the lovely people who live here.

W H AT I S T H E A M B A S S A D O R G R O U P ?

The Ambassador group meets new people every week, those new to our community and those who are pillars of our community. Come join our group and help support the well-being of our community and the individuals who belong to it. For more information, visit the Chamber website at pcbeach.org/ambassadors-committee or call (850) 235-1159.

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MARK SHELDON M AY O R

Every year, people ask the question: “Are you ready for the holidays?”

This year, many of us might not exactly feel the holiday spirit. We might have to work to put on a festive face and to feel the joy that normally comes this time of year. It is tempting to look not toward but past the holidays when we can (hopefully) put 2020 and the Covid-19 pandemic behind us. I know that my family is ready to put this year behind us, as I am sure many of you are as well.

But we cannot and should not. 2020 has been hard for all of us. No matter what you do, where you work, where you go to school, where you go to church, and so on. Everything in our lives has been impacted one way or another this year. Parents became teachers, people lost jobs, and sadly some of us lost family and friends to COVID, and we have worried about the health of our seniors and our more vulnerable population.

Even our holiday celebrations were cancelled for public health and safety concerns. There is no Beach Home for the Holidays; the lighting of the Christmas tree and the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop will both be virtual this year.

But just as the residents of Bay County demonstrated after Hurricane Michael, we know we are a community who perseveres.

Our residents do not quit, and we would never not have Christ-

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Hurricane Sally.

We’re just past the two-year anniversary of Hurricane Michael, and during that time, Bay County has continued to work diligently toward recovery while also facing significant new challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and

Despite these additional hurdles, I’m proud that the Bay County Board of County Commissioners was able to keep Bay County taxpayers’ millage rates among the lowest in the state at 4.44 mills. This was no easy feat.

This summer, we were initially presented with a budget that called for an almost 22.5-percent increase in the property tax rate. But, thanks to the hard work of our staff, we managed to cut almost $6 million from that proposed budget. We have been asking our citizens to do more with less over the last couple of years, and it is important that we do the same thing when it comes to county government.

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mas in our hearts. This year it may look different, and it may feel different, but we can still celebrate by coming together as family, friends, and neighbors, even if some of those gatherings are virtual.

Now, more than ever, a little additional kindness is called for. I encourage everyone who can, adopt a family or a child in need this Christmas, participate in your church’s outreach program, or pay it forward by picking up the check for that guy behind you in the fastfood drive-thru. Let’s have less horn-honking and more smiles and waves.

Small actions can bring huge benefits – both to the giver and the receiver. We know happiness and joy are contagious, and if we are in tune to them, they are as evident as the wag of a dog’s tail, the laughter of a child, and in the proud eyes of a father.

Studies show that putting up your Christmas decorations brings joy to each person. Maybe this year we break tradition and turn those lights on a little earlier than we have in the past. Maybe we put the tree up sooner. Let’s add joy to our lives again, and do it now!

As our family gathers and celebrates the holidays this year, we shall acknowledge our many blessings and realize that we have made it through an unprecedented year. And we shall feel grateful.

From my family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

PHILIP "GRIFF" GRIFFITTS CHAIRMAN, DISTRICT 5 Among the cuts, we made to the Fiscal Year 2021 budget: Some $1.1 million in equipment and another $1 million in operating expenses. We also deferred more than $1.6 million in non-critical facility maintenance and de-funded another 27 unfilled positions while denying staff requests for another 15 new positions.

We appreciate the sacrifices everyone in our community has made over the last couple of years to get through these difficult times, and we will continue to strive to ensure that the county remains customer-service focused while also being good stewards of taxpayer dollars.

To learn more about the 2021 budget, please download our annual Budget Summary document at www.baycountyfl.gov.

We also wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season.

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DR. JOHN HOLDNAK PRESIDENT

The holidays often provide an opportunity for much reflection over the last year – the chance to take another look at those things that have had a major impact upon what we care about the most. This past year has definitely been one for the history books, in so many ways, and there are a few areas that warrant a bit of extra attention.

For many around our community and even the world, 2020 was “the” year of health challenges and concerns! Not only have we dealt with the usual challenges that seem to come more often as we grow older, but we layered on top of that a global pandemic. It has been a tough year for us all, with difficult diagnoses and treatments for colleagues, friends, and loved ones, and the loss of a few to disease or circumstance often hard to understand and even comprehend. I will miss those that are gone now, but I will forever remember their special spark, sense of humor, quick wit, or sage advice that helped provide focus and sometimes real perspective on those things that matter most in life.

While still recovering from a major hurricane, our community and those around us have had to endure additional natural and man-made calamities that have vexed us or challenged our spirit

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– all while wearing a mask and practicing safe social distancing.

However, we are a resilient lot – those at this college, in this community, and in this country – and we continue to rise above these circumstances by coming together to support each other physically, financially, politically, emotionally, and even spiritually.

We have seen, over and over again – and 2020 is resplendent with examples both great and small – that the human spirit cannot be overcome, and that by sheer force of will, we can overcome any adversity thrown at us by mother nature or created by each other.

As we close out this tumultuous year and look forward to the new opportunities and experiences that hang just over the horizon, I can pledge that Gulf Coast State College will remain this community’s college in every way. From exploring and discussing difficult topics in an honest and genuine way, to leading by example as community leaders; from developing new educational programs and career opportunities, to substantially enhancing the very way we coach, advise, and support the educational journeys of our students; from being more thankful for what we have, more caring about each other, and more deliberative and inclusive in the actions we take and decisions we make, we pledge our very best. We are Gulf Coast!

M A RY B E T H LOV I N G O O D D I R EC TO R O F D E V E LO P M E N T

In my nearly 10 years as Director of Development at FSU Panama City, I’ve not been able to precisely summarize that “feeling” that alumni express about their experience at FSU PC. Most I talk to were non-traditional students, working and raising a family, and sometimes it took them more than four years to complete their degree. Many come from very humble backgrounds and are the first to graduate, not only college but also high school. Some participated in Student Government Council, others in clubs, and others did work-study with various departments on campus. That said, some came to class after work, did assignments after the kids went to bed, and got up early to study for an exam before rushing to the office.

During my conversations with alumni, I feel a sense of quiet reverence and sincere appreciation. My colleagues and I find ourselves constantly brainstorming how to keep FSU PC alumni engaged and connected, and after meeting with one of our alumni recently, it became very clear what that connection is.

This alumna, who was that working parent pursuing a degree, said it best—what I’ve been trying to put my finger on for nearly a decade—“…for me, it’s about endearment versus enthusiasm.”

I found myself with a huge smile on my face and exclaiming excitedly, “That’s it!” She went on to share that she wasn’t a “rah-rah” football fan and didn’t go around yelling, “Go ‘Noles!” For her, it was about the connections and relationships she built with her classmates and with her professors. She felt “lucky” to have been able to get a degree at Florida State “right here” in Panama City.

It’s a story I’ve heard many times, but this alumna summed it up perfectly in one powerful statement—it’s about endearment. Endearment is what you feel for your family, close friends, your beloved pet, or your hometown. Endearment is the foundation of philanthropic passion. Passion drives giving, and giving to FSU Panama City provides the resources to take care of our students so that they, too, experience that same feeling of endearment.

With the construction of our first residence hall, new degree and scholarship programs on the horizon, and our commitment as a campus to make good on what we refer to as the PC Promise, I hope you are proud of what we have and will continue to accomplish. We certainly can’t do it without your ongoing support, and for that, I thank you.

For more information about the FSU PC Promise and how to help, please visit pc.fsu.edu/promise.

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KIM BODINE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The unemployment rate for Bay County continues to steadily decline each month from the escalated rates we saw in March, indicative of a recovering economy and workforce. This is a positive sign for our region and the many businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. This is also representative of the numerous employment opportunities available for individuals in our area as many employers are looking to hire. In fact, data from August to September reports a 2.7 percent increase in job advertisements posted within our region.

Some individuals have had the opportunity to return to their original places of work as businesses move into Phase III at full capacity. Others are faced with different options, including transitioning into a different career field with similar skillset requirements or gain training for something completely new.

If you are interested in exploring your options, I encourage you to utilize Employ Florida, a valuable online job search tool that is free to use. Employ Florida is a comprehensive state-sponsored job board with many tools for finding, not only a career, but training opportu-

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While school focuses on academics and extra-curricular activities, we cannot discount the value and importance of familial connections for our students. I remember a lot about my school days and the teachers and coaches who had an immense impact on me, but I also remember school holidays, time spent with family, and some of the simpler things in life like cooking a family-favorite recipe, watching football, or playing a board game with relatives.

In our hustle and bustle and determination to “get everything done” and to make it all Pinterest worthy, I think we sometimes forget that our children just want our time and attention. They don’t care if the

tablescape is perfect or even if all of the casseroles are Instagram fodder; they just care that we’re available, interested in them, and ready to drop what we’re doing for a spontaneous game of tag.

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Finally, let me say that the pandemic has caused anxiety about safety for both employees and business owners. It should be safe to return to work as long as CDC guidelines are being followed. If you are concerned about safety when returning to work, be sure to ask your prospective employer if they have safety protocols in place and if they are following CDC guidelines. If you are uncomfortable with the answers to these questions, factor that information into your selection process. Remember, a job interview is a two-way street where you and the employer are making an important decision. Returning to work during the pandemic can be challenging, but as long as we are all taking the necessary steps to protect ourselves and others, it should be a safe one.

B I L L H U S F E LT SUPERINTENDENT

The holidays are just around the corner and they are a much-needed time for all of us to rest, relax and reconnect with family members.

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nities, labor market information, and yes, connections to thousands and thousands of jobs. While it may take some time to set up your Employ Florida profile, the world of resources it unlocks are wellworth the investment. CareerSource Gulf Coast can assist you with the Employ Florida registration process and also has knowledgeable staff available to assist you on your job search journey. From helping update your resume and providing job leads to providing important information about different industries in our area, we are here to help.

member both the little things and the little people in our holiday craze to get everything done.

While I can’t profess I’ve done all of these, I really like some of the activities listed here and am determined to make some of these memories with my grandchildren this holiday season: https://www. tonyrobbins.com/wealth-lifestyle/25-free-family-holiday-activities/.

I also hope you’ll take time during the holidays to send a quick note of appreciation to the educators who are so devoted to your child(ren). Christmas is a time to be grateful for the presence of others in our lives and there’s NOTHING more heartwarming for a teacher, principal, or support employee than a heartfelt thank you note written by a student or parent. Again, it’s the gift of your time and thoughtfulness that’s most meaningful.

I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and I know, like me, you’re all excited to close the doors on 2020 and to welcome in 2021!

bay economic development alliance In competitiveness studies for economic development projects, a strong workforce is always one of the leading factors to win projects. A talented workforce is also necessary when a company is evaluating expansion opportunities. Most importantly, it is essential to ensure ongoing operations remain stable and successful. Throughout Bay County and all of Florida, there are strong workforce development partners who train individuals for different career paths. From skilled technical training schools to top tier universities, our institutions are training the needed workforce for companies. Specifically in Bay County, we have strong workforce partners from Florida State University-Panama City, Gulf Coast State College, Haney Technical Center, and several others.

Through the collective efforts of multiple community partners, including Trane Technologies, Gulf Coast State College, Bay EDA, CareerSource Gulf Coast, among others, the Bay County Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Chapter has been established. The Bay County FAME Chapter strives to ensure that our local industry can continue to recruit the talent needed to support their operations.

Starting in 2008, the first FAME Chapter was established by Toyota in Kentucky to support their manufacturing operations. From there, chapters have grown to over thirty locations throughout the U.S. The FAME program is a collaboration with the existing industry in a community and the workforce partners within that community. The program recruits students that are in a transition period of their life and pairs them with a sponsoring company to com-

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plete a two-year apprenticeship program. During the program, students will receive formal classroom training two days per week and work onsite at their sponsoring company three days per week.

Students in the FAME program can be recent high school graduates, transitioning military members, or individuals looking to move into a new career path. The FAME program is designed to give students hands-on experience while also providing formal educational credentials. While FAME is designed to train individuals for the manufacturing sector, the program also has a formal component where students learn professional presence skills, overall manufacturing acumen, as well as formal technical capabilities. In addition to the technical capabilities, the program also teaches the necessary soft skills, which are vital to success in a career. The starting cohort of students will be recruited throughout Spring 2021 and will begin the FAME program in Fall 2021.

The FAME program is a grassroots effort that is guided by the local industry of a community. For the Bay County FAME Chapter, founding companies include Trane, Berg Pipe, Merrick Industries, Eastern Shipbuilding, as well as several others. Over time, this program is designed to create a pipeline of broadly trained individuals who can transition to full-time employment upon graduation.

The initial classes of students will be focused on training to become advanced maintenance technicians within these operations.

Additional information about the Bay County FAME Chapter will be coming out soon. If you know of an individual who would be interested in learning more about the program, please contact the Bay EDA at Garrett@BayEDA.com.

DAN ROWE PRESIDENT & CEO

There is much to be thankful for in Panama City Beach during the holidays, and even in the high and low tides of each season, our community comes together to support one other. We are blessed that our area is made of both residents and year-round visitors, creating jobs and opportunities for our beach town. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, but as we embrace the holiday season, we hope to continue to bring joy to the Real. Fun. Beach. For many years, we have welcomed families from across the globe to participate in our holiday traditions.

Our community holds these traditions dear to our hearts, celebrating year after year and passing them down to the generations to come.

To help keep our traditions alive, Visit Panama City Beach will host a virtual Beach Home for the Holidays this year! Families can watch the annual Christmas tree lighting from the comfort of their own homes on November 27. The 30-foot brightly lit tree will be on display in Aaron Bessant Park, creating a picture-perfect backdrop for those traveling to Panama City Beach this holiday season.

As we near the end of 2020, we can reflect on our past experiences and prepare for a fresh, new year. However, the most important gift we have been given is quality time with loved ones. Visit Panama City Beach has much to be thankful for this holiday season and we look forward to new horizons in the upcoming year!

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1. Ribbon Cutting for Dementia Family Pathways 2. Groundbreaking for MidSouth Bank 3. Ribbon Cutting for Cummings Woodworks

4. Groundbreaking for Destination Panama City Visitors' Center 5. Grand Opening for Burn Boot Camp 6. Grand Opening for Humane Society of Bay County Thrift & Gift 7. Ribbon Cutting for Gulf Coast Laundry Services 8. Grand Opening for Curaleaf

The Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Ambassador Committee welcomes the newest members of the Beach Chamber. If you haven't scheduled your business' Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting, or Ground Breaking, contact our Director of Membership, Shannon Richmond, at (850) 235-1159.

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Thank volunteers. If you’re unable to make a volunteer commitment this season or if you have volunteers helping with your cause, make sure to thank those members who are volunteering their time.

Mind your manners. When you’re out and about this holiday season, say thank you, let someone go in front of you in the crowded line, or just simply smile at someone.

Pay it forward: 1. Buy coffee for the person behind you in line.

2. Compliment the first three people you talk to today.

3. Send a positive text message to five different people right now.

4. Post inspirational sticky notes around your neighborhood, office, school, etc.

5. Surprise a neighbor with freshly baked cookies or treats!

Be a friend. The holidays may not be full of joy for everyone. They can be a lonely time for some that don’t have nearby friends and family. If you know someone who finds the holidays tough, make sure to include them. Invite them to your gatherings, or just spend some extra time with them.

Foster a pet. Make a new friend this season by fostering a cat or dog. Animal shelters can get chilly in winter weather, which is a great reason to take a pet back to your warm home.

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NEW MEMBERS All Sorts of Sports - Custom Uniforms, Equipment, & Spiritwear

Pathfinder Digital Marketing, LLC

AmeriClean, LLC

Roof Maxx of Panama City Beach

Angel's Dog Spa & Grooming Barefoot On The Bay Bar & Grill Bay RV Repair & Detailing, LLC Boar's Head Broadway On The Beach Burn Boot Camp Panama City Beach Busy Bee Carreama & Ledgister Cleaning, LLC Cummings Woodworks Curaleaf Distillery 98 Fit Culture

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Galaxy Sanitizing Solutions, Inc. Golden Corral Golden Touch Massage Golf+ Griffitts Construction of Bay County Gulf Coast Laundry Services Holiday Terrace By The Sea Resorts House of Bourbon Idyll Hounds Brewery, LLC Keller Williams Success Realty - Jay A. Haines Latitude Margaritaville Watersound Lavished Ministries Longboards Los Rancheros - Panama City Melissa Raelynn Photography - Headshots NHC HomeCare Panama City Panama City Golf Carts, LLC Panhandle Productions

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R E N E WA L S 1 YEAR Brock Lawn and Pest Control Carter Pecan Cell Fix

Centennial Bank - Panama City Continental Condominiums by Resort Collection

Emerald Beach Resort by Resort Collection

Shores of Panama by Resort Collection

Summit Beach Resort by Resort Collection Sunbird Beach Resort by Resort Collection

Top of the Gulf by Resort Collection UF/IFAS Extension Bay County

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Flooring Depot of Panama City

Calypso Tower III, LLC

En Soleil by Resort Collection

Cafe Thirty-A, Inc.

Grandview East Resort by Resort Collection

Elles Photography Studios, LLC

Hip Square Fence Construction, LLC

Fuel Outdoor Media

Gallagher's Gymnastics

Horsley Construction Group

Lorrie Morgan's Spicy Hot Chicken Coop

Jani-King

Southern Hooker Fishing Charters

Janet Burns Holliday & Associates

South Oak Title 30A, LLC

Keith Kirkland - Voice Actor, LLC

TPR Construction & Design, LLC

Laketown Wharf Resort by Resort Collection

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Kona Ice of Panama Paradise

Lay's Insurance Agency, Inc. Lighthouse CPAs PA

Long Beach Resort by Resort Collection

Majestic Beach Resort by Resort Collection Martelle Homes

New York Life Insurance Company

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Overwatch Risk Solutions, LLC New York Pizza & Grill

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Rotolo Consultants, Inc. Royal Exteriors

Sand Dusters Cleaning Service

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Triple H Dustless Blasting TripShock

Zoe's Kitchen

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Brown Insurance Agency, LLC Allstate First Federal Bank

Panhandle Getaways

Southern Earth Sciences, Inc. Workout Anytime

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Beach Boys Shuttle, Taxi & Limo, LLC Beach Liquors & Wine Merchants Capt. Jack's Front Beach Road Florida Architects, Inc.

Travel Lodge

Phillips Energy, Inc. Pink Narcissus

Chautauqua Vineyards/Emerald Coast Winery

Vacasa

Emerald Coast Orthopedics

Gulf Highlands by Resort Collection

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8 YEARS 4 YEARS Ameriprise Financial - Wendy B. Meyer, CFP, CRPC, CDFA BayTown Insurance Solutions Beach Dental Studio Jimmy John's Tropic PC

Bay Health Foundation

Bowers Construction Services, Inc. Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach

9 YEARS Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co. MarineMax

10 YEARS FL Neuro Pain & Spine Center Girls Inc.

Harbourage Yacht Club

Hook'd Pier Bar & Grill, LLC Target Marketing

11 YEARS Mills Heating & Air

Panama City Rescue Mission

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Grace Episcopal Church

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham

14 YEARS Women's Civic Club of Panama City Beach

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Beachside Fellowship

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iHeartMedia, Inc.

Padgett Business Service

Parkway Dental Associates PCB Map Company

Sunnyside Beach & Tennis Resort

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20 YEARS Bay Arts Alliance

Tillie's Properties

30 YEARS Commodore Condominiums Goodwill Industries

22 YEARS Beach TV

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Beachcomber By The Sea Resorts

Sugar Sands by the Sea Resorts

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33 YEARS

Beach Tower By The Sea Resorts

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