By Debbie Carson, Online Editor
SEBASTIAN — Businesses in Sebastian will be on full display this evening during the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Light Up Your Grill” event starting at 5:30 p.m. Twenty-four businesses, including the Chamber, are participating in the free event, handing out free food, beverages, prizes, give-aways and coupons to visitors.
“It’s a great way to get to know the businesses,” said Britney Faulk, information specialist at the Chamber. The night will run from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This is the second time the Chamber has put together this informal business expo, the first being in 2007.
“It was very well received,” Nicole Hollbrook, the Chamber’s tourism coordinator, said of the 2007 inaugural event. “We didn’t really know what to expect.”
Chamber officials expect to see at least 500 people visit the various businesses this evening, many of which the Chamber anticipates will stop by for grilled gator tail and pineapple.
“It’s all about having fun,” Faulk said.
Along with handing out free samples of refreshments, participants will also be offering free face painting, massages, and discounts on purchases.
For more information about Light Up Your Grill Night, call the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce at (772) 589-5969.
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Participating Businesses at a Glance
1. A Hidden Oasis Day Spa & Salon: 1515 US 1
2. About Kayaks: 25 West Airport Dr
3. Absolute Protection: 1400 US 1
4. Computer Health Care: 1110 US 1
5. Kayaks Etc.: 1671 US Hwy. 1
6. Kim Ellis Insurance Services: 990 US 1
7. Monett Eye Center: 14410 US 1
8. Paradise Florist & Gifts: 1116 US 1
9. Paradise Ice Cream: 661 Sebastian Blvd.
10. RE/MAX Crown Realty: 945 Sebastian Blvd.
11. RE/MAX Riverside: 1603 US 1
12. Realty Place: 1108 US 1
13. River Grille: 480 US 1
14. Sandpiper Pest Control: 1323 N. Central Ave.
15. Sebastian River Medical Center: 13695 US 1
16. Sebastian Sandwich Shack: 1671 US 1
17. Senior Resource Association: 815 Davis Street
18. Shady Grove Nursery: 1120 Roseland Rd.
19. St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church: 901 Clearmont St.
20. Talk of the Town Hair Studio: 1615 US 1
21. The Old Opera House Gallery: 125 US 1
22. The UPS Store: 9611 N. US 1
23. Vero Orthopedics: 801 Wellness Way