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Dine & Donate Event at Cuckoo's Nest
Join us at Cuckoo's Nest for great food and to make a difference! Gather with your family, friends, and co-workers for a fun-filled lunch or dinner — all in support of the Walk to End Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Association. Yes, there will be purple margaritas! PLEASE share with your inner circle — the more the merrier, and the bigger the impact! A portion of the day's proceeds will support the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Alpha Dog Events is Seeking Local Vendors and Exhibitors
Alpha Dog Events is seeking local vendors and exhibitors for our monthly Bark Markets at Clark Field the last Sunday of every month. They run 10am to 4pm. We have music, food truck, concessions, and of course our Alpha Dog Fun Run Course for Dogs. Chamber member special, if you sign up for 3, the first one is free! Standard spaces that retail for $75 are $50 for chamber members, $35 for 501c. Visit myalphadog.net for details, follow us on social media, or contact Ralph at 860.681.9639 for more
SCORE To Host Free Webinar: “Win Customers with Your Website”
SCORE To Host Free Webinar: “Win Customers with Your Website” DATE: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 TIME: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM EDT LOCATION: Online webinar (Zoom) PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: REGISTER NOW After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the webinar. Attendees will receive a link to the on-demand recording and the presentation PDF after the webinar. SCORE Eastern CT (https://www.score.org/easternct), Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a free
Cottage Flair Celebrates 5 Years on Main Street
Join Cottage Flair as they celebrate 5 years on Main Street. Thursday, May 22nd from 4-8pm. 20% off shopwide. Free gift with purchase of $25 or moreRaffle to win a Cottage Flair gift cardSpecialty Sips & snacks! Thank you for an amazing 5 years!!!
Essex Savings Bank Announces Updated Name as It Nears 175 Years of Service
Essex Savings Bank Announces Updated Name as It Nears 175 Years of ServiceName Driven by Customer Input and Expanding Solutions ESSEX, CT (May 6, 2025) - In response to customers' voices throughout the community, Essex Savings Bank is proud to announce a new chapter in its legacy. Effective October 1, 2025, the institution will be known as Essex Bank – a shortening of the name that better reflects its expanding services and forward-looking approach. “As we prepare to celebrate our 175th anniversary, we
SCORE Welcomes New Members to Eastern Connecticut Chapter
SCORE Welcomes New Members to Eastern Connecticut Chapter OLD SAYBROOK, CT -- Katherine Bazinet, Betsy Pollak, and Greg Mickelson have joined the Eastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, a national organization that provides free mentoring to start-ups and existing small businesses. "It’s exciting to have new members like Katherine, Betsy and Greg join SCORE,” noted Margo Weitekamp, Chair of the Eastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE. “They each bring a wealth of business knowledge and experience that will
Sip Saybrook Wine Bar Welcomes Renowned Spiritual Psychic Brenda Edwards
Sip Saybrook Wine Bar Welcomes Renowned Spiritual Psychic Brenda Edwards Sip Wine Bar, which was named Best Wine Bar in CT by CT Magazine in 2024, will be hosting private sessions and a group talk with renowned New England Intuitive Medium Brenda Edwards OLD SAYBROOK,CT – May 5, 2025 – Derrik Kennedy, Owner of Sip Wine Bar in Old Saybrook, CT, enthusiastically announces that renowned spiritual psychic Brenda Edwards will be visiting Sip on Wednesday, May 14 and Thursday, May 15. At 5:30 on Wednesday,
Oliver Asset Advisors is proud to host “Crucial Conversations-Putting Pullbacks in Perspective”.
Oliver Asset Advisors is proud to host “Crucial Conversations-Putting Pullbacks in Perspective”.Presented by Guggenheim Investments. Our guest speaker, Stephen Buckley, from Guggenheim Investments will be joined by Managing Partner, Jamie Oliver, of Oliver Asset Advisors. This will be a light conversation on the topic of pullbacks, recessions, and the anticipated times it would take to recover. Attendees will get appetizer, choice of dinner, and dessert. There is limited space so please RSVP as soon as
Helping Protect Your Assets Identity Theft Presentation
Oliver Asset Advisors is sponsoring a free Identity Theft/Asset Protection Seminar. Location: The Estuary 220 Main Street Old Saybrook, CT The seminar starts at 1:00 pm and should last about and hour. Please call 860-388-1611 ext. 202 to register for the seminar. The event is free, but you must sign up beforehand.
OS Rotary Club EPIC Day of Service Project: FOOD DRIVE
OS Rotary Club EPIC Day of Service Project: FOOD DRIVE On Saturday, May 17th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Rotarians will gather and collect non-perishable food items, toiletries, and other paper products at 4 different locations across our 3 towns: Stop and Shop in Old Saybrook, BIG Y in Old Saybrook, Westbrook Town Hall Green, and the Fire House in Old Lyme. All items collected will be delivered to the towns’ food pantries for distribution. The most needed food items include canned beans, canned/dry fruit,
Style Awaits at Spectrum’s Summer Fashion Camps
It’s still early Spring, but the fashion world is heating up with the launch of Spectrum Gallery’s Summer Fashion Camps this July! Join us for an unforgettable journey and dive into the world of fashion with two dynamic sessions tailored for young enthusiasts. Fashion I, from July 14 to 18, welcomes ages 10–12, while Fashion II, from July 21 to 25, is perfect for ages 13–15. Both camps take place at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, CT, and run 9am to 5:30pm.Begin your mornings mastering the art of fashion