Sasha LaShae Mitchell

The 25th Annual Azalea Festival (March 8 & 9, 2025) is now accepting vendors. Apply online at the link below:

*Food Vendors are by Invitation ONLY*

Vendors | Valdosta-Lowndes Azalea Festival The on-line vendor application is available below. If you are having issues with the on-line form or have any questions regarding the application process, please contact our Vendor Chairperson Monday-Friday (9am-5pm) at 229-269-9381 or [email protected]

There are several slots still available for the Hahira Honeybee Parade 🐝
📧 [email protected]

🌟 Do you know a deserving female who exhibits phenomenal leadership, community service, and positive influence in the community? This opportunity is for her! 🌟

Nominations are now open for our 10th Annual Bethune Leadership Recognition Banquet. 🎉 Our keynote speaker is the phenomenal Attorney and Author, Tremelle Howard. 📚✨

🗓️ Join us on Saturday, November 9th.
🍸 The welcome reception and cocktail hour begins at 5 pm.
📍 The event will be held at the Student Union at Valdosta State University.



Nominate someone today! 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/Bethune2024

HAPPY AUGUST ✨
HOORAY!!!!🥳🤩📚✏️🍎
I am pleased to announce that Room 2 Grow Learning Academy is NOW OPEN and will begin taking applications TODAY!

Room 2 Grow Learning Academy is a Quality Childcare, dedicated to providing an educational and social experience to children by motivated teachers, creating a peace of mind for parents and embodying the spirit of giving back to the local community.

We accept ages 0 to 12 years old, both full and part time available! Operating 7 days a Week from 6am-11:30pm. Feel free to give us a call or email us today to enroll your child!

Play,Learn,and Grow Together 🤩

7 Smoke Ci**rs will be hosting a CUBAN NIGHTS @ Big Nick's this Saturday!!

Stop by and enjoy good food, vibes 🎶, & flavorful cigars💨

AUGUST 3rd
1201 Baytree Rd

The Network Coffee Shop

🚨 LIMITED SUPPLY ALERT 🚨

We have a limited stock of grade school book bags and essential school supplies available at The Network Coffee Shop! Perfect for your little ones heading back to school. 🎒📚✨

🕒 Don’t wait – these are going fast!

🏃‍♂️ Visit us at The Network Coffee Shop today and pick up book bags and school supplies for your child before they’re gone!

📍 Location: 1811 Jerry Jones Drive

📣 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬! 📣

Are you looking to establish or expand your business in the City of Valdosta? Understanding local regulations and ordinances is crucial for a smooth start. That's why we've designed the First Step Meeting as your "first step" on your entrepreneurial journey! 🚀

This is a comprehensive session where you can meet with representatives from key City departments, including:

🔹 Engineering
🔹 Fire
🔹 Inspections
🔹 Landscape
🔹 Planning/Zoning
🔹 Public Works
🔹 Utilities

If you're interested in starting a restaurant or mobile food service, the Lowndes County Health Department will also be there to assist you! 🥗🚚

Bring any information to help our city staff understand your proposed business, from site plans to general business ideas. Let's make your vision a reality!

📅 Weekly sessions are scheduled in advance. Please contact Zoning Technician Margaret Torres at [email protected].

Have an amazing Friday Valdosta 🫶🏾

Let’s make sure we donate towards this worthy cause!

We have a very special request for a teen mom in foster care. 🥰

This young mom and her baby were taken in by the same foster family! 🙌🏻 She is doing such an awesome job taking care of her little one and preparing for their future. Her birthday is coming up and her foster parent would LOVE to make her feel really special. We would like to raise $150 to have her get a manicure and a new outfit.

Would you help us love on this sweet teen in our community? Give toward this special request here: https://ddock.co/13083861

Upcoming events by Southern Georgia Black Chambers that you don't want to miss!!!

Volunteers are still needed for the 2nd Annual South GA Gospel Music Festival!!

This event will be taking place on June 8th in Downtown Valdosta.

This Saturday, join The Y in Valdosta, GA for their annual Healthy Kids Day!!!

Southern Georgia Black Chambers & Bank OZK Present Money Smart

Did you know that 82% of small businesses fail due to cash flow problems? Learn how to manage your finances effectively, increase profitability, and set your business up for success! Expert bankers will guide you through essential strategies and tools to boost your bottom line.

Learn more about effectively managing your BUSINESS FINANCES? Join the SGBC for the Business Financials presentation this Thursday on April 18 at the McMullen Southside Library in Valdosta!

Don’t miss out! Secure your spot and invest in your business’s future. Register now at sgablackchambers.org/events. Take action and make this opportunity a game-changer for your business!

Our President/CEO DeWayne Johnson was honored to have represented the Southern Georgia Black Chambers at the Moody Air Force Base Boots to Business (U.S. Small Business Administration) event! 🇺🇸 It was inspiring to connect with aspiring veteran entrepreneurs and share the incredible benefits our chamber offers. Special thanks to the Veterans Business Outreach Center for the warm welcome and partnership. Together, we're committed to supporting our military community as they pursue their entrepreneurial dreams! 💼💪

We are VERY excited about our 1st annual Kentucky Derby Fashion Show at Wiregrass Southern Bistro. Tag your girlfriends! Tickets are selling fast and can only sell a limited amount! Buy yours now at https://www.wiregrassbistro.com/event/kentucky-derby-fashion-show/ (https://www.wiregrassbistro.com/event/kentucky-derby-fashion-show/). There will be exclusive new arrivals and shopping, door prizes, delicious appetizers , and fun!!
Just in time for the Derby Party! 🐎 🛍️✨

Register at www.sgablackchambers.org/events for the multiple ways to engage with the Southern Georgia Black Chambers this month.