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


Photos from our last Member Mixer!


UPCOMING EVENTS

ABC's of Membership
Chamber Office
Thursday, April 21
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Details

Eye Opener
First Ipswich Bank
Friday, April 29
8:00 - 9:30 AM
Details

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

UPCOMING ANNUAL EVENTS

Spring Fest
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
 
April 18, 2016 
Member News & Events


Newburyport Brewing Company Announces New Beer, Das Kölsch! This beer represents the ongoing evolution of full-flavored, refreshing and drinkable craft ales with subtle hop characteristics.  At 5.0% ABV, Das Kölsch has a bright golden color and a balanced crisp, clean finish... Read More

Essex National Heritage Commission Announces 6 New Commissioners
- Essex Heritage, a non-profit that manages and provides numerous programs preserving and enhancing Essex County's historic, natural and cultural resources, elected 6  new Commissioners at the Commission's Spring Meeting on April 14 in Newburyport... Read More

Elder Law Solutions to Walk for National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
- On May 14, Elder Law Solutions will once again walk together with NAMI to raise money and awareness to improve the quality of life both for people with mental illness and their families. Walk with them or support their cause by...Read More

AAA Travel Event:
On Wednesday, May 11 you are cordially invited to an exclusive evening with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and AAA Travel... Read More

Meet the Artist!
Asia Scudder is an Amesbury, MA artist and owner of Blue Wave Fine Art Gallery, who has been bending wire for almost 25 years and transforms baling wire from merely a heavy duty material into delicate lines by which her works become otherworldly...meet her at the Sweethaven Gallery during the Newburyport Art Walk... Read More

Special Artists at Valerie's Gallery on April 23 -
Valerie's Gallery will celebrate the Newburyport ArtWalk with a special in-store appearance of two talented artists: Connie Rossetti and Anke Ueckert-LaPlante... Read More

How OrthoWell can treat Plantar Fasciitis -
Plantar fasciitis is described as an inflammatory process at the origin of the plantar fascia at the inside corner of the heel.  In the acute phase of the injury, there is tissue trauma i.e. micro tearing of the fascia and a subsequent inflammatory reaction.  Read More

Run TRI to End Alzheimer's
- Grab your bike, Start a team, and MOVE to END Alzheimer's! Choose from four route options: 100 miles, 62 miles, 30 miles, or Family Ride - all along the NH seacoast and Northeastern MA landscapes. Sponsor Smuttynose Brewing Company will be on site to celebrate your accomplishments! Read More

And the Winners Are...
The Enterprise Center at Salem State University announced the winners of their 2016 North of Boston Business Plan Competition. Congratulations to Metzy's Taqueria, LLC, of Newburyport for taking 3rd overall. Metzy's is a mobile restaurant company known for its uniquely flavorful Taqueria-style Street Food and cultural following. Read More

Cashman Park 2016 Youth Fishing Clinic
- Newburyport Harbormaster Paul Hogg and MA Division of Marine Fisheries Angler Education Program Maren Olsen will be putting on a fishing clinic for kids in May. Parent/guardian must attend and are encouraged to participate! Fish print activities, casting lessons, knot tying, and fish measuring are among the offered educational activities. 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 18
* $5 Burger Night at Michael's Harborside
* Ironic's Acoustic Showcase Returns to Hideaway Pub 

Tuesday, April 19
* Alice In Wonderland Children's Dress-up Tea at Emma Andrews Library 
* 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 20
 
* $14.99 Lobster Night at Michael's Harborside 
* Walk-in Wednesdays for CPR Training at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Beat the Heat: Weight Loss During Peri-Menopause at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Greater Newburyport VillageTalk Series, What's the Buzz? It's all about Bees at the Newburyport Five Cent Savings Bank
* Divine Immanence: An Interfaith Dialogue at Unity on the River

Thursday, April 21
* Throwback Thursday at Seaglass Restaurant & Lounge
* The Force Awaits You (Star Wars) at Emma Andrews Library
* Breathe & Smile Chair Yoga & Tai Chi Easy at Belleville Church
* $14.99 Prime Rib at Michael's Harborside
* Trivia Night at Capri
* CPR and First Aid for Couples at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Grief Support Series at Roots to Wings Yoga & Healing

Friday, April 22
* Double Gold Victory Party at Mill River Winery
* Classic Rock Tribute at Blue Ocean Music Hall
* Cosmic Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl

Saturday, April 23
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Seaglass Sunday Brunch by the Sea
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Nunan Florist and Greenhouses Spring Open House
* Meditation and Yoga Workshop with Paul Spector at Roots to Wings Yoga & Healing
* Art Walk Saturday in downtown Newburyport
* Mill River Winery: Celebrating Double Gold Victory!
* Moonlight Oldies Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
* Full Moon Story Slam at The Actors Studio of Newburyport
* The Newburyport Choral Society 2016 Spring Concert, "Beethoven's Voice" at Belleville Church


Sunday, April 24
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Nunan's Florist and Greenhouses Spring Open House
* Gentle Flow Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Mill River Winery: Celebrating Double Gold Victory!
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All Level Yoga with Carol Gamble at Roots to Wings Yoga
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Restful Refresh with Reiki at Saltwater Yoga Studio
* The Newburyport Choral Society 2016 Spring Concert, "Beethoven's Voice" at Belleville Church

Monday (Morning) April 25

* Rise & Shine Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* All Levels Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Choke-Saving Mondays at Anastasia's Health Happenings
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Meet the Member
 
Worthington Interior Design
48 woodland St
Newburyport, MA
(617) 633-3005
[email protected]

Worthington Interior Design is based in Newburyport and specializes in classic design with global influence for the discerning client.

Worthington provides comprehensive interior design and interior architecture in both residential and commercial sectors. With years of experience, our personalized and relaxed design services mesh seamlessly with whatever juncture you are with your project.
 
Southern Hospitality & Lagniappe: a little bit of something extra, is at the core of exceptional service and timeless sense of style.
Ring us at Worthington Interior Design to chat. Simplify the process, as we assist to define your style!

Worthington Interior Design serves Essex County, Boston, Portsmouth NH and Maine.

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

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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.

Member2Member Email Communications
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This Month's Member2Member Communications:


* Have you heard of BennyBuds Monthly Floral Delivery?
* Make Yourself at Home
* Celebrating New Services and Exciting News! Join us...
* Learn How Newburyport Bank Helps Local Businesses Succeed!
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Regional News

Invest in your organization by investing in your employees' health and well-being!

The goal of  Working on Wellness is to support Massachusetts employers in creating healthy workplaces that encourages and facilitates healthy behaviors.
 
By developing worksite wellness programs, your organization can promote a culture of health that allows employees to focus on wellness and reduce their risk for chronic health conditions. Your organization can also benefit from worksite wellness programs through lower insurance and workers compensation costs, increased employee productivity, and decreased employee absenteeism. 
 
Working on Wellness provides financial support to offset the cost of launching a wellness program, while also offering expert training, technical assistance and an online learning community that allows you to collaborate with similar organizations.
 
Visit the  Working on Wellness website to:
  • Get more information on the benefits of worksite wellness and what Working on Wellness offers
  • Register for an upcoming informational webinar
  • Apply to the Working on Wellness Program March 21 - May 4, 2016
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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