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Celebrating Our Members
November 2017
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In This Issue:
1) Member Spotlights 2)
New Members
3) Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
4) Member News & Updates 5
) Last Month's Ribbon Cutting Photos
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Thunder Sports & Fitness
Regain your fitness and vitality - Even if you think it's too late.
In September 2016, Thunder Sports & Fitness, a company specializing in fitness training for men and women over 50, opened their doors for the first time in Naugatuck.
"Many of my clients are starting an exercise program for the first time in a while - or for the first time in their lives!" said owner Brian Reynolds. "At Thunder, workouts are customized to fit each client's unique needs and individualized attention is guaranteed to make sure clients are getting the best results and avoiding injury."
Contact Brian to schedule your free consultation.
Brian Reynolds M.S., CSCS, Owner Thunder Sports & Fitness. Call
Middlebury Connections Magazine
Middlebury Connections Magazine, is a publication that celebrates the families, businesses and community leaders that make the town of Middlebury a unique and vibrant place to live and work. Owner Deb Gagne and her team passionately compile stories, news, upcoming events and helpful information from around town each month to include in the magazine. Looking to do business or advertise in or around Middlebury? Contact Deb to learn more about the opportunities to be included in the magazine! Email [email protected] or call (203) 217- 7254.
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Welcome to all of our new members* who have joined over the past month.
We encourage you to connect with them soon and see where your next partnership can be!
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Allure Salon & Spa
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Custom Print Design, LLC |
| Arbonne-Michele Federico |
G-Force Coaching |
| Ben Righter Music |
Naugatuck Adult and Continuing Education |
| Chamber Travel Associates |
Opus: Advice First - Anthony Williams |
| Charter Oak Financial-Ryan Caggiano |
Property Partners Real Estate |
| CrossPointe Interactive |
Ward Leonard CT, LLC |
*October 1 - November 3
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Join us at any of these upcoming ribbon cuttings to help celebrate your fellow members - All are welcome!
For photos of our recently passed ribbon cuttings, keep scrolling!
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Monday, November 6
12:00 Noon
Grand Opening!
350 Fairfield Avenue, Waterbury
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Seven Villages Restaurant
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Wednesday, November 15
2:00 PM
30-Year Anniversary!
30 Bank Street, Waterbury
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*To schedule an upcoming ribbon cutting for your business with the Chamber, contact Membership Services & Communications Director Julie Donato at [email protected] or at (203) 757-0701 ext. 311.
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Acts 4 Ministry Seeking Donations To Annual "Share The Warmth" Campaign
Acts 4 Ministry Inc., a non-denominational, non-profit charitable organization, is seeking donations of new or gently-used coats, hats, gloves, scarves, sweatshirts, blankets and new socks, new thermals and undergarments for children and adults during their 2017 "Share the Warmth" drive through December 31. Men's coats and new long johns are especially needed. Donations can be brought to Acts 4 Ministry at 1713 Thomaston Avenue in Waterbury, Mondays through Fridays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to receive a receipt for tax deductions, or donations can be left in Acts 4 Ministry's 24/7 white drop box located outside their facility. Photographed organizing recent donations at the Acts 4 Ministry thrift store at 1713 Thomaston Avenue were volunteers Porsha Pressey (l) and Kendria Jordan, both Waterbury residents.
View Member Profile.
Holiday Plant Sale to Benefit the Boys and Girls Club
Council Villa Maria - Chapter #149 of Catholic Financial Life is holding their Annual Holiday Wreath, Poinsettia and Cemetery Box Sale. These quality products from Lewis Farms range in price from $6 - $27 with assorted sizes, colors and decorations. Order deadline is November 19th with pick-up on December 3rd at the Shrine of St. Anne hall located at 515 South Main Street in Waterbury. For more information, contact Carol at 203.574.2887 or [email protected]. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Waterbury. View Member Profile.
Branagan Communications Consultants LLC Launches Publicity Campaigns For CoWorker Hub In Middlebury
Barbara Branagan-Mitchell, the owner of Branagan Communications Consultants LLC (BCC), a public relations, publicity placement and marketing communications agency, has launched a publicity campaign to create awareness of the new CoWorker Hub at 900 Straits Turnpike in Middlebury by Naugatuck residents David and Rachel Keyser. CoWorker Hub is the first-of-its-kind in the region to offer a low-cost alternative to long-term leases w/furnished private offices, dedicated desk space, or flex desk spaces. During 2017, Branagan-Mitchell has been celebrating 24 years of success as a solo entrepreneur helping companies and organizations build public awareness of their products and services by writing and placing publicity with news media via press releases, captioned photos and event listings. Branagan Communications Consultants services include writing and editing content for websites, newsletters, and marketing materials. For information, visit www.branagancommunications.com, call 860-210-0149, or email [email protected]. View Member Profile.
Chip Janiszewski Enterprizes Hosting Seminar at Chamber (November 14)
Tuesday, November 14 2017: 8 - 9:30 AM. Perspective & Profitability: There IS a Relationship... join Chip Janiszewski, the "Happiness and Success GPS" for a seminar on LIVING with the "4 Ps" PURPOSE, PASSION, POSITIVITY and a PLAN is the Formula for Happiness and Success... These GUIDE a "5th P" - PERSPECTIVE. Want to learn more? Contact Chip: 860-673-4006 or [email protected] with any questions. Seminar to take place at the Waterbury Regional Chamber, 83 Bank Street, Waterbury. Admission: $15 (includes coffee). REGISTER: Perspective-Event.com View Member Profile
CoWorker Hub Has Opened In Middlebury Offering Affordable Shared Office Space
Naugatuck residents David and Rachel Keyser have opened CoWorker Hub at 900 Straits Turnpike in Middlebury. CoWorker Hub is the first-of-its-kind in the region to offer a low-cost alternative to long-term leases. Furnished private offices, dedicated desk space, or a flex desk space are available with amenities that include complimentary use of conference room with a projector and screen, 55" Smart TV via WIFI or HDMI, free and secure WIFI, printing, utilities, lighting, a U.S. Mailing address, free coffee/tea bar and parking. The conference room is complimentary with a monthly membership or can be rented by non-members on an hourly basis. Rates start at $50/hour or a four-hour block for $185 or $325 for the day. For information, visit http://www.Coworkerhub.com, email [email protected], call or text 203-725-1186. View Member Profile.
Hearing, Balance & Speech Center offers Free Pie with Free Consultation
The Hearing, Balance & Speech Center encourages you to give yourself the gift of better hearing this fall! Better hearing equals a better life. Now, HBSC is offering a FREE PIE* to everyone who comes in for a free hearing assessment** and OTICON OPN consultation. (Limited space available; book your appointment by November 10 to guarantee your pie for Thanksgiving.) This fall, don't let the clock run out, use your Health Savings Account! With 6 Convenient Locations in Branford, Bristol, Hamden, Meriden, Norwalk & Waterbury, there are plenty of places to come see us. Call (203) 287-9915, email [email protected], or visit www.hearingbalance.com fore more information. View Member Profile.
Heritage Hotel Invites you 'The Office Party!'
Do you want to have a holiday celebration for employees but are tired of the same routine or limited options? Eat, drink, and be merry with other local businesses at the Heritage Hotel's Office Party on Friday, December 8th. Purchase just the seats you need and save! Treat your employees to a festive night including: Various seasonal foods displays, carving station, action station, and assorted holiday desserts featuring local bakeries; DJ with games, activities, and giveaways; cash bar featuring holiday favorites such as candy cane martinis, spiked eggnog, and gingerbread Irish coffee, along with seasonal local craft beers and wine. Book a table of 8 or more and receive a complimentary bottle of house wine. Join in the party from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Friday, December 8 for just $35 (including tax and service charge) per person. Call Ryan Griffen, Sales Manager at 203-267-2689 or
[email protected] to reserve a table for your group while seats are still available!
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JANCO Business Systems Named First & Only Xerox Platinum Partner In Connecticut
JANCO Business Systems in Wolcott has earned the top status as the first and only Platinum Document Technology Partner in Connecticut to sell, install and service Xerox equipment in State of Connecticut municipal offices and commercial businesses. Xerox Corporation, the 'world's largest' managed print service company, has placed JANCO on all their contracts that pertain to the State of Connecticut. As the only Xerox Platinum Partner in the state, JANCO will be visibly promoted on the Xerox Corporation website as the SBE (Small Business Enterprise) reseller and service provider for all Xerox products.
With this notably unprecedented and prestigious status, JANCO is the first office equipment supplier in CT to receive awards from CREC, the Capitol Region Education Council for the State of CT; PEPPM, the Pennsylvania Education Purchasing Program; and TIPS, the Interlocal Purchasing System. To learn more, visit
http://www.Janco.us
or call JANCO Business Systems Vice President Jim Jannetty at 800-874-4936 or email to
[email protected]
. View Member Profile.
JP Maguire Associates Restoring Historic Building in Downtown Bethel
JP Maguire Associates in Waterbury, Connecticut's oldest, most experienced independently-owned disaster cleaning and property reconstruction and restoration professionals, is restoring one of the most historic one-family-continuously-owned buildings in downtown Bethel. The 177-year-old commercial and residential building was heavily damaged by a 1:00 a.m. fire July 13. The company has conducted disaster cleanup and damage restoration services statewide since 1982. They offer 24/7 emergency services and respond within two hours of an emergency via personnel and equipment positioned statewide. The Better Business A+ rated company's services include restoration of commercial and municipal properties, homes, and buildings due to fire, flood, water damage and biohazards. Their certified professionals board up, tear down and reconstruct damaged buildings; clean up death, crime and trauma scenes; remove and abate mold and asbestos. For information call 877-JPMAGUIRE (877-576-2484), email
[email protected]
, or visit
http://www.jpmaguire.com View Member Profile.
Liberty Bank Foundation donates a brand new bike to Naugatuck Patrolman Baskins
Since merging with Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan, Liberty Bank has maintained a strong partnership with the Naugatuck Police Department. Recently, Patrolman Otis Baskins sent a personal note to a local Branch asking for a donation to purchase a new patrol bike. The bike he was using at the time was worn and old. Without hesitation, the Liberty Bank Foundation stepped up and pitched in for a brand new bike. On October 24, several Liberty Bank employees greeted Patrolman Baskins on his new ride in Naugatuck. On hand for the presentation are Liberty Bankers in photo (L to R): Minnie Saleh, Retail Banking Division Executive; Chandler J. Howard, President and CEO; Sonia Myers, Western Regional Market Manager; Otis Baskins, Naugatuck Patrolman; Sandra Vaz, Church Street Branch Manager; and Jim Mengacci, Liberty Bank Foundation Board Member. For more information: https://libertybankfoundation.org View Member Profile.
O&G Stands Up to Cancer
The staff of O&G Industries are pictured in the lobby of their Torrington, Connecticut headquarters wearing pink for October Cancer Awareness month. Through their participation in numerous cancer-related fundraisers, the team has raised over $6,500 this October for the American Cancer Society. View Member Profile.
Raymond's Jewelers In Watertown Names Winner of "Diamonds Are Forever Contest Giveaway"
Raymond's Jewelers in Watertown awarded a set of diamond earrings valued at $699 to Ms. Lindsey Zambiella (center) of Watertown winner of the store's "Diamonds Are Forever Contest Giveaway" held in celebration of autumn. Entrants were asked to like and share postings for the contest on the store's Facebook page,
and tag a friend who would like to win the earrings. Ray Licho, the owner of Raymond's Jewelers, announced Lindsey Zambiella as the winner and was photographed with Lindsey and her sister Brittany Zambiella who entered Lindsey into the competition. The full-service jewelry store has extended the highly-successful celebration by offering 30% off all diamond earrings through October 31st. To learn more, visit
http://www.raymondsct.com
or call Ray Licho at 860-274-4300.
View Member Profile.
Red Barn Marketing Master Class November 9
You asked for it, we created it. #RedBarnMarketingMasterclass is here! Join us at the Double Tree by Hilton in Bristol on Nov. 9th! Learn more about the event by clicking here.
Route 63 Automotive is Coming to Watertown
Route 63 Automotive is coming to 1029 Main Street in Watertown! Owner Joe Riolo and the team at Woodbury Automotive outgrew their space on Main Street North in Woodbury and are looking forward to moving into their new 9000 sq ft facility in Watertown. The building is undergoing a full demo and renovation. Once completed, the new property will allow Route 63 Automotive to continue their great tradition of complete auto repairs, service, sales, storage, and consignment all with superior customer and automotive service. They will also have 3000 sqft of commercial space available for lease. You can connect with the shop at their current phone number (203) 217-0181 and stay up-to-date on the business's transformation at https://www.facebook.com/WoodburyAutomotive/ View Member Profile
Shakesperience Seeks Board Members
Shakesperience helps students, families, and theatre professionals to raise their voices, in order to explore social constructs and foster mutual respect for all people. The board of directors seeks dynamic candidates to join and grow the organization as it creates innovative, interactive, thought-provoking live theatre programs to focus on the dynamic relationship between artists and audience. Interested in joining the Board of Direct
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The Webster Bank Arena presents Discounted Group Tickets for Cirque Musica Holiday's Believe
CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY presents BELIEVE, an all-new concert experience, is a fun-filled family holiday event featuring the cast of Cirque Musica together with all-time favorite holiday songs performed by the Greater Bridgeport Symphony. Cirque Musica is a concert and visual experience where audiences journey into a world of high-flying adventure with amazing acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks and holiday cheer, too! The show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today's greatest circus performers with the sensory majesty of the greatest holiday music of all time. CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY presents BELIEVE is the perfect opportunity for the entire family to experience great holiday music LIVE while enjoying an edge of your seat circus experience. Discounted prices for groups of 8 or more! Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 7:00 PM. To place your order for discounted group tickets, please contact John Reis at 203.345.4848 or [email protected]. Deadline to place orders is December 1.
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AKC Hair and Makeup
AKC Hair & Makeup celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 26 Church Street in Naugatuck on Wednesday, October 11th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. AKC is a full-service hair and makeup salon providing a wide range of services that recently moved from their prior location in Waterbury. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: (front) Hairdresser and Makeup Artist Maria Contreras, Lead Makeup Artist and Hairdresser Nara Campos, Owner Alexis Campos, Hairdresser Shana Butler and Lead Hairdresser and Manager Lindsay Zalewski, (back) President & CEO of the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation Ron Pugliese, Naugatuck Burgess Laurie Taf Jackson; Mayor Pete Hess; Naugatuck Chamber Director Courtney Ligi; Burgess Rocky Vitale; and Naugatuck Chamber Membership Director Christopher Conway. For information, call 203-525-3706 or visit
www.akchairmakeup.com.
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Wyndham Southbury
Wyndham Southbury celebrated a grand re-opening of the newly renovated hotel at 1284 Strongtown Road in Southbury on Wednesday, October 18th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, open house, tours and food sampling. Wyndham Southbury boasts not only guest rooms but banquet space, meeting and convention facilities, and a full-service restaurant and bar. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: First Selectman of Southbury Jeff Manville, President & CEO of the Waterbury Regional Chamber Lynn Ward, Director of Sales for Wyndham Southbury Joseph Urbano, General Manager for Wyndham Southbury Ayman Agamy, Rep. David Labriola, R-131 , and Rep. Arthur O'Neill, R-69. For more information, call 203.586.1523 or visit
www.wyndhamsouthbury.com
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Connecticut Counseling Centers
Connecticut Counseling Centers celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 50 Brookside Road in Waterbury on Thursday, November 2. Connecticut Counseling Centers, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation that provides a full range of licensed outpatient substance abuse and mental health prevention, education and treatment services to assist adults in becoming productive members of society. The new location will also house the organization's executive offices. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Robert Lambert, President of Connecticut Counseling Centers; Larry Katz, Board Member of Connecticut Counseling Centers and Co-Founder of the Courage to Speak Foundation; Mayor Neil M. O'Leary; Waterbury Regional Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward; and Waterbury Chief of Police Vernon Riddick. For information, visit
http://ctcounseling.org
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