Chamber Member News & Updates
13th Annual Chili Cookoff Competition
13th Annual Chili Cookoff Competition Get your taste buds ready for the “chilliest” event of the year – happening Wednesday, November 5th. The highly anticipated 13th Annual Chili Cookoff Competition, Benefitting the “Shop with Cops Program” for Nassau County Sheriff & Fernandina Beach Police. Chili lovers everywhere are eagerly counting down the days and 100%…
Read MoreReminder: Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event
Reminder: Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event This is a friendly reminder that the bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event has been scheduled for Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 8am-noon (or until trucks reach capacity- whichever comes first). Hosted by Keep Nassau Beautiful and Nassau County’s Solid Waste Division, this event allows Nassau County residents to…
Read MoreNassau County 4-H & Nassau Animal Services Adoption Day Contest
Nassau County 4-H & Nassau Animal Services Adoption Day Contest In July 2024, the Nassau County Extension 4-H Program partnered with Nassau County Animal Services (NCAS) to offer “The Dog Program”, an 11-week course designed to educate teens ages 15-18 on the importance of responsible dog care, basic training, veterinary science, recordkeeping, and public speaking,…
Read MoreCity of Fernandina Beach Awarded $50,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant for Waterfront Playground Project
City of Fernandina Beach Awarded $50,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant for Waterfront Playground Project The City of Fernandina Beach is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of a $50,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant to help fund the construction of a new children’s play structure at the City’s soon-to-be-completed waterfront park in Historic…
Read MoreSecond Annual Vets, Pets & Music Fest Set for November 9th in Fernandina Beach
Second Annual Vets, Pets & Music Fest Set for November 9th in Fernandina Beach October 7, 2025 (Fernandina Beach, Fla.) – The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care is proud to announce the much-anticipated Second Annual Vets, Pets & Music Fest, scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the…
Read MoreRotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise: 6th Annual Lobster Fest-To-Go
Rotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise: 6th Annual Lobster Fest-To-Go The Rotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise is bringing a lobster feast to Fernandina Beach! For the 6th year, we’re flying in fresh New England lobsters to benefit ARC Nassau, FERST Readers of Nassau County, and the Fernandina Beach Babe Ruth League. Pre-order by October 20 — it’s…
Read MoreNassau Legislative Delegation Holds Meeting
Nassau Legislative Delegation Holds Meeting On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the Nassau County Legislative Delegation held a meeting to select the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Legislative Delegation, and to receive input ahead of the upcoming Legislative Session in Tallahassee. Senator Clay Yarborough and State Representative Dean Black listened as representatives from the County, City…
Read MoreNational 4-H Week Proclamation
National 4-H Week Proclamation At the Monday, September 22, 2025 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners approved a Proclamation declaring October 5 – October 11, 2025, as National 4-H Week in Nassau County, Florida. This annual, week-long celebration showcases the accomplishments of 4-H members and promotes the organization by recruiting new youth and volunteers. This…
Read MoreUF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Peanut Butter Challenge
UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Peanut Butter Challenge Peanut butter is a powerful tool in the fight against hunger, due to its high content of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. These work together to help you feel full longer. Help Nassau County fight hunger by joining the UF/IFAS Nassau County Extension Office in their annual peanut…
Read MoreTickets for Barnabas Center’s 12th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraising Luncheon on Sale this Month
Tickets for Barnabas Center’s 12th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraising Luncheon on Sale this Month Fernandina Beach, FL — Tickets go on sale on October 1 for the 12th annual Barnabas Center Empty Bowls Luncheon that will take place on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. This heartfelt…
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