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Attn: Do you have any friends or family who make handmade items? Space is available for artisan/crafters for:

SPRINGFEST!  
May 29-30, 10:00-5:00 PM


UPCOMING EVENTS

Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
Tidewater at Salisbury
Friday, May 6
11:00 AM
Details

Business Education Seminar
How to Build an Effective Content Marketing Strategy
Thursday, May 19
7:30 - 9:00 AM
Details

Eye Opener
Bassler Veterinary Hospital
Friday, May 20
8:00 - 9:30 AM
Details

Member Mixer
Arc of Greater
Haverhill-Newburyport
Wednesday, May 25
7:30 - 9:30 PM
Details
 
SpringFest
Sunday & Monday
May 29 & 30
Downtown Newburyport
Details

50th Annual Meeting & Awards
Wednesday, June 1
Blue Ocean Event Center
Details

Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 13
Renaissance Country Club
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Photo Credits:
Peter Zoltai: Header, View From Inn Street
Carol Bent: State Street
 
May 2, 2016 
Nominations Now Being Accepted for the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce's 50th Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner!  

BUSINESS AWARDS: 
Nominations are now being accepted for several different business awards. Click here to complete the nomination form for the businesses you think are most deserving in each category. Businesses may not self-nominate. Nominees will be announc ed prior to the Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner. Winners will be announced at the event on June 1st.

ANCHOR AWARDS:
The Chamber will be honoring those companies in our membership that have achieved more than 25 years in business! We want to recognize those who have been here for decades and are "anchored in the community."

We'll be presenting an Anchor Award to all member businesses that have reached a milestone this year. If your company has reached 25, 50, 75 or 100+ years, please click here to fill out a short form in order to be included in the awards.

Stay In Touch While You're on the Go!

We are excited to announce that we've partnered with Figsburry Creative Group and you can now keep in touch with Newburyport happenings via text!  Text NBPT to 71441 and you'll learn about impromptu events, specials and much more!  Register now and you'll be entered to win a $50 Newburyport Gift Card!  Don't worry, we won't spam you or sell your cell phone number and, you'll only receive 4 text messages a month!  Message and data rates may apply.
Member News & Events

What Makes OrthoWell Better? OrthoWell Physical Therapy is focused on quality patient outcomes. Each patient fills out a survey on day 1 and compares to the results on the day of discharge...Read More
 
Meet Carla Beaudoin, the new Executive Director of the NEF!
Carla joined the Newburyport Education Foundation as its first ever executive director in April.  After working in the nonprofit and public sectors for over 10 years, Carla brings extensive experience in strategic leadership, fundraising, and community engagement to the NEF...Read More

Windrush Farm Trot Trot Trail Race - 
Windrush Farm in North Andover is hosting its 1st annual 5K trail race on June 16. Runners will not only get to experience the beauty of the conservation lands surrounding the farm, but their race entry also includes a free food truck dinner, open beer and wine bar and live music...Read More  
 
1st Lt. Derek Hines Flag Day 5K - On June 11 at Cashman Park, the 5th annual 5K walk, run, or jog will wind its way through Newburyport, followed by a post race celebration including food, drinks, and live entertainment....Read More
 
Northern Essex to Host Second Annual Networking Night - On May 19th, this networking night will help students become more comfortable in networking environments and build their professional communication skills. Employers are encouraged to use the opportunity to hire students for internships and part-time jobs at their companies....Read More

Newburyport Police Implement Sergeant Liaison Program for Residents - The Newburyport Police Department is beginning a Sergeant Liaison Program to assist the community with their needs, concerns or questions. The initiative is designed to give residents a personal contact within the department...Read More

Win Dinner for Two Anywhere in the World - The First Religious Society Unitarian Universalist of Newburyport is holding a raffle with a grand prize of "Dinner for Two Anywhere in the World." The winner of this raffle - drawn the night of May 14 - wins dinner at the restaurant of their choice anywhere (yes, anywhere!) in the world...Read More

Second Place Winners in the Northeast Region of the Alliance for Community Media - Tom and Fran Gradzewicz of Methuen, were recently recognized for their artistic efforts when they won second place in the Northeast Region of the Alliance for Community Media, category Historical Documentary, Nonprofessional, for their documentary: "The Abolitionist Poet: John Greenleaf Whittier." Read More

Maudslay Arts Center Summer Concert Series - The popular Amanda Carr Group will open the Maudslay Arts Center Summer Concert Series on Saturday, July 9, ushering in a new season with something for every musical taste from classical to jazz, from opera to bluegrass, from country to the Great American Songbook...Read More 
Here's a list of what is happening this week.  Be sure to click the 'More Member Events' button below to see a full list of events.

Monday, May 2
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$5 Burger Night at Michael's Harborside

Tuesday, May 3
* 8 Week Meditation Series at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Trivia Night at Michael's Harborside

Wednesday, May 4
Thursday, May 5

Submit a news release or event  for free!  Email Anne Wilt.
Meet the Member

Blue Lamb Furnishings
Phil + Lauren Santaro
82 Water Street, Newburyport
781-799-3148 | Website

Blue Lamb Furnishings is a small, family-owned business that redesigns, refinishes, and resells vintage furniture.

Blue Lamb excels in product selection, tasteful redesign, and achieving flawless finishes. Their furnishings are simple and sophisticated. 

Selling mostly mid-century modern furniture, original paintings on canvas, and a combination of modern and vintage home accessories,  they also do commissioned work and custom projects for clients. 

Blue Lamb Furnishing's work is on display in The Barn at Todd Farm at 275 Main St., Rowley.  This multi-dealer showroom is open five days a week, year round.  The majority of their furnishings is listed  on their blog, BostonModernVintageFurniture.com.

If you would like to be featured in our "Meet the Member" section, please email Anne Wilt.   FREE... but must be scheduled in advance.
Welcome to our New Members!  

HOT DEALS! Would your business like to offer a special discount or deal on the Chamber website?
 
You can easily create a "HOT DEAL" and do just that! It's easy... simply log in to our website and under the "Shortcuts" header to the left, click "Hot Deals." Click the "Add Hot Deal" box on the right to fill in all your details. Don't forget to hit Submit for Approval at the bottom of the page, and we will take it from there!
 
Be creative! Store discounts, coupons, Groupons, menu specials,  two-for-ones, limited time offers, or special discounts for upcoming holidays like Mothers' Day, Fathers Day, graduations, or 4th of July!
Member2Member Email Communications
The Chamber can send a Member2Member email on your behalf to get your message out to over 1,500 recipients. Click here for more info.

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Regional News


Whittier Bridge/I-95 Improvement Project - Stay up-to-date on the progress & traffic alerts. View updates here.

Free Business Counseling - SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) offers FREE counseling to individuals who would like help starting a new business, or who own a small business and need assistance with any of their business issues. Appointments available on Tuesdays at the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce. Schedule your appointment by calling 978-462-6680. Click here for info.

MassDOT Newsletter - Weekly updates to stay informed about on-going accomplishments and successes on the road to reform and shed light onto the many challenges transportation agencies are working through each day to better serve the public. View the latest newsletter here. 
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