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UPCOMING EVENTS


Lunch & Learn:
Your Profile - Chamber Website
Chamber Office
Wednesday, April 13
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Member Mixer
Newburyport Olive Oil
 & Port Plums
Thursday, April 14
5:30 - 7:30 PM
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ABC's of Membership
Chamber Office
Thursday, April 21
8:00 - 9:00 AM
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Eye Opener
First Ipswich Bank
Friday, April 29
8:00 - 9:30 AM
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UPCOMING ANNUAL EVENTS

Spring Fest
Sunday & Monday
May 29 & 30
Downtown Newburyport
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50th Annual Meeting & Awards
Wednesday, June 1
Blue Ocean Event Center
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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
 
April 4, 2016 
Member News & Events

Seeking Crafters and Artists! The Byfield Music and Arts Festival is seeking crafters and artists to be a part of the third annual festival, held on June 25... Read More

April Vacation Theater Workshop!
For students age 7-12, Beth Randall and Bonnie Jean Wilbur will be leading an intense week of fun and discovery in Maudslay State Park... Read More

Bob Kramer Trio Returns!
The Cat in the Cradle Coffeehouse welcomes back the Bob Kramer Trio on April 16th. This energetic group plays a unique blend of rock, blues, and folk... Read More

Why Choose OrthoWell Physical Therapy?
OrthoWell's  vision is to be the premier physical therapy practice on the North Shore, and to be a leader in community education projects that encourages a healthy and pain-free lifestyle... Read More

You're Invited! 6th Annual Earth Day Bash - Held at Blue Ocean Event Center on April 29, this fundraising event will benefit Merrohawke's scholarship fund. Tickets now on sale! Read More

Kids Boating Initiative Task Force Formed! Various marine related businesses and individuals with an interest in boating have come together to create a task force with a focus on getting kids onto the water... Read More

Aurora Ballroom Dance Studio, LLC Begins Spring Classes -  Spruce up your spring with a little Salsa dancing! Learn one style, or sample a few different styles in their upcoming series, beginning today and running through the month of April!  Read More

Gentry's Open Again on Mondays! - Winter is over, spring is in the air, and Gentry's will once again be open on Mondays! Starting April 4th, their store hours will be Monday - Saturday from 10:30 - 5:30 PM and Saturday from 10:30 - 4:00 PM. 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, April 4
* (April 4 - 8th) Spring Renewal Cleanse with Nutrition Health Coach Christy LeMire
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$5 Burger Night at Michael's Harborside
* Seascape Creations Workshop at Seaglass

Tuesday, April 5
* Innovation Breakfast Series at Chestnut Innovation Center: Employment Practices - Are You Exposed?
* 1/2 Price Sushi at Michael's Harborside
* 8 Week Meditation Series at Roots to Wings Yoga & Healing
* Trivia Night at Michael's Harborside

Wednesday, April 6
*
Rupert Nock Middle School Presents "The Lion King" jr
*
$14.99 Lobster Night at Michael's Harborside
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Walk-in Wednesdays for CPR Training at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Paint Night at Michael's Harborside
* Local Poverty Matters Discussion at First Religious Society, Nbpt

Thursday, April 7
* Breathe & Smile Chair Yoga & Tai Chi Easy at Belleville Church
* $14.99 Prime Rib at Michael's Harborside
* Trivia Night at Capri Seaside Italian Grille
* CPR and First Aid for the Energy Healer at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Grief Support Series at Roots to Wings Yoga & Healing
 * The Weight at Blue Ocean Music Hall

Friday, April 8
* Celebrating the Red Sox at Mill River Winery
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The World Premiere of No Victors, No Vanquished at the Actors Studio in Newburyport
* Cosmic Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl

Saturday, April 9
* The Gibson Brothers, Bluegrass Band, Performs on Bellevue Stage
* Murder Mystery Dinner at Ipswich Country Club
* Celebrating the Red Sox at Mill River Winery
* Chakra Bliss Group Healing with Damla Aktekin at Roots to Wings Yoga Studio
* Books in Bloom, by Nbpt Public Library and Nbpt Horticulture Society
* Moonlight Oldies Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
* New England Music Awards at Blue Ocean Music Hall
* Music with Brenda McMorrow & John Dekadt at Roots to Wings Yoga and Healing
* The World Premiere of No Victors, No Vanquished at the Actors Studio of Newburyport

Sunday, April 10
* Oboist Peggy Pearson and the Apple Hill Quartet perform at Newburyport Unitarian Church
* Celebrating the Red Sox Season Opener at Mill River Winery
* All Level Yoga with Carol Gamble at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Earth Port Film Festival at Firehouse Center for the Arts
* Englebert Humperdinck to perform at North Shore Music Theatre
* World Premiere of No Victors, No Vanquished at the Actors Studio of Newburyport

Monday (Morning) April 11
* Rise & Shine Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* 3rd Annual Massachusetts Business Matchmaker at UMass Lowell
* All Levels Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Choke-Saving Mondays at Anastasia's Health Happenings

Submit a news release or event  for free!  Email Anne Wilt.
Meet the Member
 
5 Elements Property Maintenance, Inc.
10 Caitlin Circle, Salisbury
978-228-9416   |   Email 
 
5 Elements Property Maintenance, Inc.'s motto is "Put your landscape and property maintenance in the hands of someone who really cares!!"

We offer Mowing, Landscape Renovation, General Lawn Cleanup, Edging, Irrigation Installation, Flower Bed Installations, Fish Ponds, Brush Clearing, Shrub Trimming & Removal, Lawn Fertilization, Patio and Deck Installation, Walls, Snow Removal, and a lot more. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to help you with questions, suggestions and your own personal ideas.

If you would like to be featured in our "Meet the Member" section, please email Anne Wilt.   FREE... but must be scheduled in advance.
Chamber News
THE BIG WINNERS! 

Eighteen winners were announced last Thursday at the annual Big Win Raffle. The first place ($10,000) winner was Kerri Perry, followed by second place ($5,000) winner Authur S. Page Insurance Company.
For a full list of winners, click here!

$10,000 Winner Kerri Perri
New Members  
The Newburyport Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest members! 
Is Your Business Listing Current? 

The Chamber's website is visited by thousands daily. Make sure your business is listed correctly.

It's easy to update your information... simply login to YOUR Member Information Center.  Update your website presence, add jobs, update employees, sign up for events, pay your bills, post a press release and much more.  Questions?  Contact Anne Wilt by email or calling 978-462-6680 x13.

SAVE THE DATE: On April 13, the Chamber will be hosting a Lunch & Learn during which we will dive into your Member Information Center for your business and fill in all the missing links.  Hope to see you there!

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.

This Month's Member2Member Communications:


* Tomorrow: Baby & Kids Consignment Sale!

This Week's Blog Article:

A Diamond in the Rough, by 17 Hands LLC.
Would you buy a new house, and let complete strangers stay there for the weekend? What irreparable damage could be done? By not placing a high value on hiring the right people to run your business, you are leaving your cherished investment vulnerable.

Whether you run a Fortune 500 or a local boutique, your people are the face of your business. The actions and behaviors of your employees shape the perception of your brand, and create a public persona that will stay with you, for better or worse. Read Full Blog Article!

Interested in guest blogging? or want to offer a suggestion about a story?  Email the Marketing Department.
Advertise in our weekly newsletter, which goes out to over 1,950 local recipients. For information, click above or contact Chris Johnston.
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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