We're excited to welcome 2017 and already there is a lot abuzz in and around Melrose! Read on for highlights and updates in the 02176, as well as a line up of great events to start off the New Year.
January membership renewals were mailed out this week. It's your investment that allows the Chamber to advocate for local businesses and our members throughout the year. Thank you to our 30 new members who joined the chamber in 2016 and we look forward to working with all of our members in 2017!
Chronicle Showcases Melrose
Downtown Melrose as featured on Chronicle
Channel 5 TV Show Featured Melrose as a Super Town

If you missed the recent episode of  Chronicle on Channel 5, highlighting our wonderful community you can view it via the links below. 

Thank you to Mayor Dolan for your continued leadership and kudos to some chamber members who were spotlighted including:  Joy Yoga/Joy Healthy LifeTurner's Seafood,  Whittemore Hardware,  Giacomo'sLinda O'Koniewski of R E/MAX LEADING EDGE and  Windsor at Oak Grove.

Plans Unveiled for New Building in Moynihan Plaza Space
Read a post from Mayor Dolan's blog about the space where Spice restaurant used to operate

As you saw  on Chronicle,  things are booming in Melrose!  The latest news is the release of the new plans for the former Breads and Bits of Ireland building, located at 530 Main St. 

As you can see from the photo, the new building will have a brick, glass, and metal facade, and there will be space for a business on the ground floor and apartments above. The rear of the building will be four stories but it will be set back in front, so the front facade will appear as two stories from Main Street.

Upcoming Chamber Events - Register Now!
Multichamber Women in Business Event: From PROcrastination to PROductivity
When: Wednesday, January 25, 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Where: Great American Tavern, 303 Main Street, North Reading
Info: J oin members of the Melrose, Reading-North Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield-Lynnfield and Wilmington-Tewksbury chambers for another fabulous networking event with a special guest speaker! Includes c omplimentary appetizers and a cash bar. This series is always a sell out so register today!

Chamber Business After Hours Hosted by Bobby C's
When: Tuesday, January 31, 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Where: Bobby C's, 20 Main Street, Melrose
Info: Enjoy delicious, complimentary appetizers and a cash bar while networking and kicking off the new year with fellow chamber members. This is always a popular event so register early here.

Employment Law Presentation with the Melrose and Stoneham Chambers 
When: Thursday, February 2, 7:30AM - 9:30AM
Where: StonehamBank, 80 Montvale Avenue, Stoneham
Info:  Join members of the Melrose and Stoneham Chambers for a breakfast presentation about employment law. Hosted by dual chamber member, StonehamBank, hear from two l ocal attorneys who will present an overview of harassment and discrimination law in the workplace with an emphasis on workplace education as a preventative measure and responding to specific claims. Get more info on the specific topics and register here.

The Chamber's Annual Meeting and Breakfast with Mayor Dolan
When: Tuesday, February 28, 7:30AM - 9:00AM
Where: Windsor at Oak Grove, 12 Island Hill Avenue, Melrose
Info: Meet longtime and new Cha mber members while enjoying a light breakfast. Hear the Mayor's plans for Melrose in 2017 and cast your vote for the Chamber board of directors. This annual event is always packed so be sure to get all the details and register here.
About the Melrose Chamber of Commerce:
The Melrose Chamber of Commerce has nearly 300 members and helps businesses in and around the City of Melrose grow and succeed through networking, advocacy, communications, events and more. The Chamber is the largest organization in the City of Melrose dedicated to increasing economic activity through a dedicated and involved membership representing a variety of industries and business sectors.
Melrose Chamber of Commerce
781-665-3033
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http://www.melrosechamber.org