Come join GSW Consulting Group and The Greater Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce as we explore the different components of using Social Media in Business.

January 6, 2010 at 8:30 am  ”The Business of Social Media”

An overview of what, where, and how social media is working for businesses today

January 12, 2010 at 8:30 am “Business Blogging and Article Writing”

This work shop will cover how blogging and article writing can increase your SEO, supplement and    improve current marketing efforts.  Beginner to Intermediate class w/ Manual.

January 14, 2010 at 8:30 am “Building Your Business on Facebook”

This workshop will take a step by step approach on how to establish your business presence on facebook. Beginner to intermediate class w/ Manual

January 19, 2010 8:30 am “Link Up on Linkedin and beyond”

In this workshop we will show you how to build on established business connections and create new business building relationships by sharing your expertise on more the 30 business networks. Beginner to intermediate w/ Manual

January 21, 2010 8:30 am ‘Twitter Your Way to More Business”

In this workshop we will instruct you in the art of doing business in 140 characters or less. Information is the currency of Today’s business world. Beginner to intermediate w/ Manual

January 26, 2010 at 8:30 “The Video Revolution”

In this class we discuss the way that short, simple, and well targeted video can increase your business bottom line. Beginner to intermediate w/ Manual

January 28, 2010 at 8:30 am “Making it All Work For Your Business”

You have learned the basics. Now it is time to put together your plan for using Social Media to market your business. This wrap up workshop will help you “Bring it all Together”  to ensure that your presence in the online community is efficient and effective.

All the classes are held at Diamond Head Beach Resort located at 2000 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach.  Classes cost $30.00 per member or $40.00 per non-member. One class is free if you sign up for all the classes.

Contact  The Great Fort Myers Beach Chamber at 239-454-7500 for more information or to make your reservation today!

Each Wednesday and Thursday this summer from 9-1 the gallery is open for painting and viewing the continuous summer art show hanging on the walls. In cool comfort, the local artists pursue their painting, honing their skills and preparing for the upcoming season of art shows planned. Guests are welcome to stop and visit with the artists and enjoy the artworks which are always for sale. The bins are also stocked with unframed art of local subjects.

The art association is currently registering students for the upcoming Famous Artist workshops that will be held in the fall and winter season. Carrie Burns Brown, NWS, will be at the gallery from November 30 to December 4 to teach her collage techniques using watermedia. Her work is nature based, rich in texture and displays luscious color harmonies. She brings the collage to the level of fine art. Class is limited to 18 students. For more information call Karen Borden at (239)463-0343 or email bordenkelly@comcast.net. John Salminen, NWS,AWS,TWSA,WW and Karlyn Holman, will be teaching in January and March respectively. Watch also for information about our own FMBAA artists, Danica Walker, Neal Walling, Bea Pappas, Patty Kane, Fred Dingler, MaryAnn Devos and Michele Buelow who will be teaching classes in workshops their various art mediums. For more information see the website at www.fortmyersbeachart.com.

The Fort Myers Beach Art Association gallery is located on Donora, at the blinking light off Estero Blvd. For more information call 239-463-3909 or see the website above

Photo captured during the 21st Annual Sandsculpting Festival in 2007 on Fort Myers Beach

The 22nd Sandsculpting Festival will be held on Fort Myers Beach again this year, and as always, it is a wonderful few days out for the all the family. It runs from November 5th – 9th 2008. Did not make it to the Festival last year? Have a look at some of the photos from the event in 2007.

For more information on this event, check out the Official Sandsculpting Website

On August 30th-31st, 2008 the Summerset Sailboat Regatta is set to be held once again at Fort Myers Beach Pier, Fort Myers Beach. This is always a couple of fun filled days out on the beach and we hope to see you there!

For more information or if you have any questions please call 239-936-0857