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

Lunch & Learn
Legal Issues During the Lifecycle of Your Business
Wednesday, May 18
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Eye Opener
Bassler Veterinary Hospital
Friday, May 20
8:00 - 9:30 AM
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Ribbon Cutting 
Hair We Go Studio
Wednesday, May 25
4:00 - 5:00 PM
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Member Mixer
Arc of Greater
Haverhill-Newburyport
Wednesday, May 25
5:30 - 7:30 PM
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SpringFest
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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Member Mixer
The DECK at Bridge Marina
Wednesday, June 8
5:30 - 7:30 PM
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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
 
May 16, 2016 
The Nominees are in!

We are excited to announce those area companies who have been nominated for the 2016 Business Awards. Categories include: Small Business of the Year, Business of the Year, Non-profit of the Year, New Business of the Year, and Young Professional of the Year.

Winners in each category will be announced at the Annual Meeting and Award Dinner on June 1st. Click here to view the list of this year's nominees!
Member News & Events


13th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour is just around the corner!
On May 21, come take a wonderful walking tour throughout downtown Newburyport and stop in at 30+ stores and cafes to sample tasty chocolate treats! Read More

Patellar Tendonitis - the "Jumpers Knee"
OrthoWell Physical Therapy has just released an article explaining this condition and what can be done to mend it...Read More

New Works Festival 2017 - Submissions of short plays, one act plays, and full-length plays are currently being accepted from New England playwrights for New Works Festival 2017 - now through June 19, 2016. Read More

Multi-Agency Services & Grants presentation - Join ValleyWorks Career Center in Lawrence, Wednesday, May 25th from 7:30 - 9:30 am. These presentations will cover a range of services and grants available to Massachusetts businesses including:  Workforce Training Fund Program, Department of Industrial Accidents Safety Grant, Department of Unemployment Assistance WorkShare Program, Mass Office of Business Development tax incentives and Career Center Services...Read More

Contracts & Employees - What You Need to Know! Maureen L. Pomeroy, a business and employment attorney will be conducting a free seminar at the Enterprise Center at Salem State on June 9th Read More

Set Sail to See Jason Novak's Clinker-Built Arts - Carry Out Cafe & Catering in Newburyport will host  an exhibition entitled "Clinker-Built Arts" by Jason Novak - Boats and other Journeys on its gallery walls during May and June... Read More

Whittier Home Opens for the 2016 Season -
The Whittier Home & Museum in Amesbury has opened its doors to the public. Whittier House, which is on the register of National Historic Places, is where John Greenleaf Whittier -- beloved Quaker poet, abolitionist and crusader for social justice -- lived and wrote during his adult life. Read More

Riverwalk Brewing Announces New Cans & New Look - Riverwalk Brewing has unveiled a new, updated logo and look along with plans to can most of their core offerings. Just in time for summer, 12 oz. cans of Riverwalk IPA and Screen Door will begin rolling off the line on May 25! Read More

Essex Coastal Scenic Byway Sign Installation Commences - The Essex National Heritage Commission  is pleased to announce the installation of directional signage along the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway, a state-designated route linking 14 coastal communities from Lynn to Salisbury. Read More

Two Updates From Essex Heritage Education - The Essex Heritage and the National Park Service invite you to celebrate the place-based service learning projects developed by Essex County students, teachers, and community partners. Also, footage and photos from the the Slavery Symposium held at Salem State University are now available for viewing. Read More

Plum Island Kayak (PIK) 2016 Season Opening - PIK is excited to kick off their 14th season! With a new fleet of kayaks and SUPs, they are looking forward to their best year yet, including fun and exciting trips like seals paddles, Tall Ships, horseshoe crab paddles, Women on the Water SUP tours, kids summer programs, group instruction at Lake Gardner, Isles of Shoals mothership kayaking, and more! 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.  

Tuesday, May 17
* 8 Week Meditation Series at Roots to Wings Yoga and Healing
* Evening Scene Study Class with Charles Van Eman

Wednesday, May 18
* Walk-in Wednesdays for CPR Training at Anastasia's Health Happenings
* Lunch & Learn - Legal Issues During the Lifecycle of your Business - at the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce 
* Greater Newburyport Village - Village Talk Series - Let the Colors Begin: Getting Your Lawn and Gardens Ready for the Spring - at Newburyport Public Library
* Gary Lewis + The Playboys at Blue Ocean Music Hall

Thursday, May 19
* Throwback Thursday at Seaglass Restaurant & Lounge
* North of Boston's Celebrate Tourism Day at the State House
* Business Education Seminar - How to Build an Effective Content Marketing Strategy - at Mass Audobon
* Networking Night for Students at Northern Essex Community College
* Breathe & Smile Chair Yoga & Tai Chi Easy at Belleville Church
* Trivia Night at Capri Seaside Italian Grill
* Grief Support Series at Roots to Wings Yoga & Healing
* Spirit Medium Lauren Rainbow at Blue Ocean Music Hall

Friday, May 20
* BRINE Commences 2016 Culinary Opus Dinner
* Tales and Ales at Swett-IIsley House
* NBPT Youth Services Plum Island Drive-In Movie at Plum Island Point
* Cosmic Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
* SurfSide Deck Opens

Saturday, May 21
*
Just Dogs Newburyport Adoption Day with Last Hope K9
* Cashman Park 2016 Youth Fishing Clinic
* Fairy Gnome Discovery Walk at Pettengill Farm
* Grand Opening at the Crossbar Pub
* A Celebration of 252 Years of Newburyport, MA and 3 Years of NBPT Brewing Company
* 13th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour
* Symphony by the Sea: All Beethoven Program at Firehouse Center for the Arts
* Moonlight Oldies Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
 
Sunday, May 22
* Brunch at Michael's Harborside
* North Shore Tour de Cure 2016
* 21st Annual Strut for Strays at the Upper Green, Newbury
* Gentle Flow Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Newburyport Farmers' Market at the Tannery
* Brunch by the Sea at Seaglass Restaurant & Lounge
* All Levels Yoga with Carol Gamble at Roots to Wings Yoga
* The Lonely Heartstring Band at Firehouse Center for the Arts
* Scott Stapp - The Voice of Creed at Blue Ocean Music Hall

Monday (Morning) May 23
* Rise & Shine Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* All Levels Yoga at Roots to Wings Yoga
* Choke Savings Mondays at Anastasia's Health Happenings
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Meet the Member



Purpose Built Software, Inc
Scott Yewell
8 Fair St, Newburyport MA
877-669-8989 | Website 

Most companies run on a combination of spreadsheets, email, and a hodgepodge of 3rd party applications, all duct taped together to "make things work". As business owners, we imagine and integrate the tools we need to succeed in delighting our customers. And then 10 years go by, and we look at the Frankenstein system we've created, and while beautiful to us, we know it is fraught with inefficiency and risk. Purpose Built Software helps established companies retool their internal processes with secure, stable, and efficient purpose-built web applications to reduce costs, reduce risk, and increase revenue and net profit.

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

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!
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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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