Biddeford Hall of Fame Nomination, Hot Deals, New Members, Member Spotlight & More
April 2019
Innovation Insights From Local Leaders at our recent Business Expo
If you didn't get a chance to attend our recent B.I.G. Event at the City Theater in Biddeford, there were insightful presentations shared by five local innovators that you might find of interest.
To read a summary of the information shared, please CLICK HERE
Biddeford Hall of Fame - 2019 Nominations
Every year, the Biddeford Cultural Heritage Center inducts individuals from the community who have achieved success through their talents and accomplishments to make Biddeford and beyond a better place to live and work. Individuals can be chosen from any time period, from early inhabitants to those making a difference today.
To access the 2019 Award Nomination Form, please CLICK HERE
New Chamber Member Update
* Dizzy Birds Rotisserie - You've got to check out this new restaurant on Main St. in Biddeford, if you haven't already ... they feature incredibly tasty and diverse rotisserie-fired menu offerings in a fun and welcoming setting
La Kermesse - This local Franco-American group organizes the La Kermesse Festival, an annual event that is a highlight on the region's summer calendar - this year's event takes place from June 20th to June 23rd in Biddeford
* Broad Reach Sailing - This company offers sailing excursions on the Saco River and into Saco Bay on their 42-foot sailboat, a great activity for a company offsite, a family get-together, a vacation excursion, or for any celebration ... it's a great way to enjoy our local river, from on it!
Member Spotlight: Biddeford Family Dentistry
Each month, we like to share an overview of a specific Chamber member to create more awareness over time for all the businesses and organizations that combine to make our region and Chamber so dynamic. To read this month's feature on Biddeford Family Dentistry, CLICK HERE
HOT Deals on the Chamber Website
Did you know that as a member you can post HOT DEALS to our Chamber website for other members, or you can take advantage of other Members HOT DEALS yourself? For example, check out Alouette Beach Resort's Mothers Day Special (it's coming up, don't forget!).
CLICK HERE for the latest HOT Deals on the Chamber Website!
Thornton Academy Senior Night
Thornton Academy volunteers are planning for the annual Senior Night celebration on June 6th and they invite local businesses to contribute to this special event leading up to graduation. Donations to the event support a safe and fun celebration for students. Local business participation with a donated item or cash gift is critical to the success of the raffle that is a highlight of Senior Night. For more information regarding donations, please contact lead parent Melissa Paradis at melissa_paradis75@yahoo.com or Chamber member and Thornton Academy parent Kevin Roche at kroche@bbkinvestments.com
Create a Social Media Video for your Business
Chamber member Your Real Estate Team @ Keller-Williams is continuing to produce free videos promoting your business to post on social media. The videos are easy to do and are a few minutes long. We've been getting great feedback. If you're interested, please contact them at: info@yourrealestateco.com
2019 Area Guidebooks Available
Our annual Biddeford & Saco Chamber of Commerce Area Guidebook is updated for 2019. It includes a complete member listing along with a helpful calendar of major events in the region. If you would like some copies, please stop by the Welcome Center or let us know and we can drop some off! Also, thank you to the Chamber sponsors and members who advertised in this year's edition.
