Celebrating Our Members
September 2019
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In This Issue:
1) New Members 2) Member Spotlight 3) Ribbon Cuttings
4) Upcoming Events 5) Member News and Updates
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A warm welcome to our newest members!* We encourage you to connect with them soon and see where your next partnership can be!
AARP Connecticut
Covering My Sisters
Infinite Heroes - Comics, Cards and Collectibles
Jim Treanor Sr., Real Estate Agent
Naugatuck Exchange Club
Pelletier Mechanical Services
Sign Pro
Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations, Inc.
The Ivy at Watertown
*Joined 8/1/19 - 9/9/19
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Meet New Member A&A Office Systems!
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Your one-stop-shop for print technology. featuring the Ricoh/Savin portfolio; Interactive Whiteboards/projectors, state of the art multi-function print devices and custom software solutions. HP Premier Partner, first in class MPS programs to fit your needs. Modern digital imaging facility, to digitize your past while gaining compliance towards the future.
https://www.aaofficeonline.com/
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Meet New Member Advanced Dermatology
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Advanced Dermatology Center Is comprised of Dr. Ronald Jurzyk MD, FAAD Board Certified Dermatologist and his dedicated team who cares for your Dermatology and skincare needs. Carol Jurzyk is the Aesthetician with 30 years experience in the health and beauty industry. Recently the HydraFacial was added to the menu of services, which also include facials, waxing, bare Minerals products, laser hair removal, injectables and fillers. Gain a healthier insight to your skin. 203-879-6171
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The Chamber looks forward to celebrating our member businesses! Interested in a celebration for a milestone at your business, such as a grand opening, expansion, new location, major renovation or rebranding?
Click here to learn more!
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50th Anniversary San Marino Restaurant
111-23 Thomaston Avenue
Monday, September 30th, 4:00 PM
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Events From Your Fellow Members
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Foxwoods Restaurant Week (September 9-15)
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Treat yourself to fine dining and select menus at A Taste of Foxwoods. Savor every bite! Enjoy delicious fixed-price menus at Foxwoods' finest restaurants. Reserve a table today. Click here for more info:
https://www.foxwoods.com/restaurant-week/
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Pig Roast to Benefit Meals on Wheels (September 15)
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Meals on Wheels will benefit from UNICO's Annual Pig Roast on Sunday, Septembe 15th. The pig roast will take place from noon-5 PM at the Prospect VFW, 218 Cheshire Road in Prospect. Tickets are $25/adult and $10/child under 12 and include roasted pig, hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, assorted salads, soda, water and beer. For tickets, contact Lou Ruby at (203) 528-8423 or waterburyUNICO@yahoo.com
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Foster Care Open House - Wheeler’s Foster Care Programs (September 16)
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You can make a difference in the life of a child. Did You Know? On any given day, there are over 4,000 children in foster care in Connecticut. Learn more at the Foster Care Open House on September 16
th from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Wheeler’s Foster Care Programs, 88 East Street, Plainville. Contact a Foster Care Recruiter for more information. 860.793.7277 or
fostercareprograms@wheelerclinic.org.
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Entrepreneurship: The Past, The Present and Creative Survival into the Future (September 18)
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Head to CoWorker Hub and hear guest speaker Carolyn Finch speak about how entrepreneurs built this country, the new solopreneur and small businesses and what lies ahead. Most businesses fail not because of money but because of a lack of courage and lack of creativity. Come hear Carolyn Finch, Entrepreneur since age 12 who will help you understand the 5 stages of the business Lifecycle and where your business is at this time. You will also learn, how you have to think like a prospector so your business will not be one of the 8 of 10 which will go out of business next year. This is a time to understand where businesses have been, where businesses are today and where they will be tomorrow.
Our speaker, Carolyn Finch, combines her expertise from her knowledge and experience in business, education and the medical world, and helps organizations be aware of collaboration, and to understand the great need we have today for helping each other, working together for success and business longevity.
Click here to RSVP.
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Southmayd Home 121st Anniversary Open House (September 21)
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Time for Cake - Help Southmayd Home celebrate their 121st Year! Get in on the fun: Meet the residents, have some cake, take a tour, and learn about the Medicare process!
250 Columbia Boulevard, Waterbury, CT 06710
In the Heart of the Historic Overlook Neighborhood
For more information call Outreach Coordinator Laura Marsala at (203) 754-0360, ext. 211
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Ogham Art to Showcase at CT Festivals in September
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Celtic and Irish gift company Ogham Art will be featured at multiple Irish festivals during September. On September 13 & 14
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, Ogham Art will be at the Milford Irish Festival at Fowler Field in Milford. Visit www.milfordirish.org for details. Ogham Art also will be featured in the Irish Village at the Danbury Irish Festival on September 20, 21 & 22. This festival will take place at the Portuguese Cultural Center in Danbury. For more information, visit
www.danburyirishfestival.org
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Hidden in Plain Sight/All-American Addict (September 25)
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On Wednesday September 25th from 6:00-9:00pm at the Congregational Church of Naugatuck, Naugatuck Youth Services will have a 'Hidden in Plain Sight' workshop and substance use prevention speaker. During Hidden in Plain Sight, participants (adults only, please) will be able to explore a mock teenage bedroom and discover potential substance use paraphernalia or other signs of use. Speaker Stephen Hill will share his struggles with substance use and how he was able to overcome them and begin his recovery. This is a FREE event that is open to the community!
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Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care- Open House (October 1)
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Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care is having an Open House on October 1st! They offer positive end of life care for all patients. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome, please RSVP with Susan Daigle.
Please RSVP by September 21st. Contact Susan at 203-490-1000.
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Power, Presence and Impact for Women - 8-Week Program Begins October 1
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Power, Presence and Impact for Women is an 8-week leadership development program that offers techniques, strategies and action steps that will inspire mid-level professional women to develop the grit to lead, the influence to impact change, and the confidence to pursue her goals without hesitation. The best-fit candidate wants to: avoid a mid-career slump, overcome feeling marginalized and under compensated, build the confidence to pursue roles and functions with a direct path to senior leadership, develop a customized strategy to accelerate her career growth, and access a network of peers and seasoned men and women in finance who will support her and help her navigate hidden challenges in the industry. Fall Program starts October 1, 2019; Spring Program starts April 7, 2020.
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Public Narcan Training (October 1)
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On Tuesday October 1st from 6:00-8:00pm at the Congregational Church of Naugatuck, there will be a Narcan training. This training covers the history of the opioid epidemic, warning signs of an overdose, and how to administer the opioid overdose reversal medication 'Narcan' or 'Naloxone'. This is a FREE training that is open to the public and will provide attendees with lifesaving skills. This is especially important for business owners and managers who don't always know their customers or clients. If you're planning to attend, remember to bring your insurance card so you can leave with Narcan from the mobile pharmacy!
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Retail in the Age of Disruption (October 2 & 3)
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From surviving to thriving: Learn how Main Street businesses are winning against online competitors. Join in for an inspiring day featuring Networking Breakfast & Lunch, Keynote Speakers Robert Gibbs (Gibbs Planning Group) and Larisa Ortiz (Streetsense), and a panel of industry experts. Hear about the latest tools and resources to help downtown businesses create unforgettable experiences for today's demanding shoppers. Choose which date works for you as we discuss what communities can do to activate first-floor commercial space in light of competition from online sales. October 2 at The Lyceum, Hartford or October 3 at Ferguson Library, Stamford. Register today - visit at www.ctmainstreet.org
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Frank Pepe's Fundraiser to Benefit Waterbury Youth Services (October 3)
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The Original Frank Pepe Pizza Napoletana will donate 25% of your check to benefit: Waterbury Youth Services, Inc. on October 3rd, 2019! From 11AM-10PM, Eat in or Take Out. This offer is valid only at: Frank Pepe’s at 130 Reidville Drive, Waterbury. Please present this certificate at the time of payment to have 25% of your check’s value, excluding tax and tip, donated to Waterbury Youth Services, Inc. Valid only on October 3, 2019.
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Quilts That Care 7th Annual Fundraiser (October 10)
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Support non-profit organization Quilts That Care with their 7th Annual Fundraiser on October 10th. Enjoy food, beer/wine, music, chance drawings and FUN while you support a good cause! Tickets are $45 and the event will take place at The Village at East Farms, 180 Scott Road in Waterbury. Quilts that Care's mission is wrapping cancer patients and their families in comfrot and hope, one quilt at a time. Visit www.quiltsthatcare.org to learn more. For tickets, call Deb at (860) 782-1043 or email deborah@quiltsthatcare.org
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Are You Dense? ‘For the Girls’ 6th Annual Brunch & Auction (October 27)
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‘For the Girls’ 6th Annual Brunch and Auction with Guest Auctioneer to benefit Are You Dense?. Sunday October 27, 2019, 12-4 PM at Grand Oak Villa. Executive Brunch w/Endless Bellinis & Mimosas, Live ‘Secret’ Auction, Raffle, Dessert Auction, Live Music by Twist of Lime! Tickets are $45.00, Sponsorship Opportunities are available. For more information contact Donna Johnson Djohnson@draxray.com or
Info@areyoudense.org.
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Eversource Offers No-Cost Energy Efficiency Evaluation
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Did you know the average commercial building wastes 30 percent of the energy it consumes? An Eversource-authorized contractor will conduct a no-cost, no-obligation energy usage evaluation of the business, inside and out. You'll then receive a customized proposal with costs, incentives, financing and details on how the energy savings will translate to dollar savings. Connecticut businesses interested in getting started and learning more about the Business Energy Advantage can call Randy Vagnini at 860-665-4753 to schedule a visit and evaluation.
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Salvation Army's Annual Kettle Kick Off
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Please Save the Date for The Salvation Army's Annual Kettle Kick off Dinner, October 29th, 2019. Funds raised at this event will continue to assist The Salvation Army in providing basic needs of food, shelter and clothing to the community. Please call Sofia Swaby for more details or visit
https://ctri.salvationarmy.org/SNE/Waterbury
to purchase tickets and find sponsorship information.
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Pure Shaka- 20% Promotion
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Pure Shaka Premium CBD Products is having a promotion discount for ANYTHING on their website. Until the end of the year, you can get 20% off your order. Just use code “PURE” at checkout, it’s as simple as that! Visit their website to claim your code.
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Connecticut Ranked 5th Best State to Buy Solar System
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Connecticut is ranked #1 most expensive state for energy, it does not charge sales tax for a solar system, does not increase property tax when a solar system is added, it enjoys one of the best rebates whereas many states have none, its home buyers rank “energy efficiency” as #2 most important, electricity prices are expected to continue to rise about 4% a year and Connecticut homes with solar included, sell faster and for more.
Remember, all chamber members can use the Sun Nerds $300 coupon on the chamber web site. With the state rebate expiring soon and the Federal Investment-tax-credit of 30% reducing in January, it makes sense to get a free solar proposal now.
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Mazzo Beans Good for Child Development
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Children love to watch videos over and over again on YouTube, and parents want to ensure their kids are viewing safe, appropriate content. For parents who want to make their child’s viewing experience safe, fun and educational there’s a new children’s YouTube channel, Mazzo Beans.
Mazzo Beans is brought to you my MazzMedia, a Connecticut-based, video production studio that specializes in educational video content for children. As multi-time winners of the prestigious Parents’ G
old Choice Award, and Oppenheimer Best Video Award, parents can be assured their children are watching quality educational programs.
The programming on Mazzo Beans promotes curiosity and school readiness, teaches self-help and self-discipline and supports independence and responsibility. English and Spanish language programming is available.
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Holiday Celebrations with the Grand Oak Villa
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The Grand Oak Villa invites you to celebrate with them this holiday season! They are accepting booking dates for holiday celebrations. Not planning on booking a date? There are events for the holiday season you might find appealing.
Holiday Gala - Saturday, December 14, 2019
Jingle and Mingle - Thursday, December 19, 2019
Christmas Party - Friday, December 20, 2019
For more information, please call 860-945-0548 or visit their website.
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Michaels Jewelers: Closing Sale in Torrington
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The new owners of Michaels Jewelers, 7C Diamonds, Inc. of Springfield, Mass., announced a closing sale for their Torrington store inventory after 93 years in Torrington. The sale will run for a few short weeks and all warranty concerns, repair services, merchandise pickups, and any other customer needs will be fulfilled at the Michaels Jewelers’ Avon location. Originally opened on Water Street in 1926, the store was moved to 80 Main Street to coincide with the 1931 opening of the Warner Theater as part of the Warner Bros. movie theater chain.
All nine remaining Michaels Jewelers will continue as Connecticut’s leading retailer of engagement rings, fine jewelry, repair services, and appraisals in Avon, Bristol, Danbury, and Orange, plus several well-known malls including Westfarms, Manchester’s Buckland Hills, Westfield Trumbull, Westfield Meriden and Waterbury’s Brass Mill Center. For more information on all the Michaels Jewelers, visit
https://www.michaelsjewelers.com
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Refresh Wellness Spa’s newest member, Nancy A. Roy
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Nancy A. Roy, a highly talented and seasoned Aethietician, has joined the team as Aesthetician at Refresh Beauty and Wellness Spa in Watertown, CT. Nancy began her career in the beauty industry in 1995. In 2003, Nancy became a certified Aesthetician and has since trained and worked at Elizabeth Grady Face First Spa prior to becoming a team member of Refresh Beauty and Wellness Spa. Nancy continues to attend advanced skincare courses and receives aesthetics educational training in the science of skin. She believes the aesthetics industry offers an ongoing learning experience and keeping current knowledge is key to being the best aesthetician possible. Refresh Beauty and Wellness Spa offers customized organic skincare treatments in a safe and sanitary environment. Providing 25 years of experience, Nancy is excited to implement the beauty and wellness mission at Refresh with an artistic eye and aesthetic background to provide the best innovative care. Nancy takes pride in holistic and healthy approaches to skincare, specializing in various services such as Pro-Image Skin Analysis, Customized Organic Facial Treatments, Microcurrent Facial Toning, Organic Facial Peels, Dermaplaning, Stem Cell Facial Treatments, Eyebrow Tinting, and quality Waxing services.
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Branagan Communications Consultants LLC Publicized Purchase Of Michaels Jewelers By 7C Diamonds, Inc.
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Barbara Branagan-Mitchell, owner of Branagan Communications Consultants LLC (BCC) in New Milford, announced that her public relations, publicity placement, and marketing communications services were secured by Camile Hannoush, president of 7C Diamonds, Inc. in Springfield, Mass. to publicize the purchase of the five-generation family-owned Michaels Jewelers and the company’s ten stores across Connecticut. In addition to obtaining publicity with national jewelry trade media and newspaper business sections in Connecticut, Branagan-Mitchell publicized the closing, and future relocation, of the Torrington store’s inventory and staff, and closing sale.
Throughout 2019, Branagan-Mitchell is celebrating 26 years of sole proprietorship success. Branagan Communications Consultants also offers writing and editing of content for websites, newsletters, branding and sales materials, brochures, and presentations. For more information, visit
http://www.branagancommunications.com
, email to
barbara@branagancommunications.com
or call Barbara Branagan-Mitchell directly at 860-210-0149.
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CT Airport Authority - Frontier Airlines Introduces New Flights at Bradley!
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The Connecticut Airport Authority welcomed Frontier Airlines to Bradley International Airport in March.
Since then, three new, nonstop flights were debuted by the airline to the following destinations:
Denver | Nonstop flights began operating on March 28 and operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays year-round.
Raleigh-Durham | Nonstop flights began operating on May 1 and will continue to operate seasonally on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Orlando | Nonstop flights began operating on May 1 and will continue to operate seasonally on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
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Nardelli's Family Featured in Middlebury Magazine
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The Nardelli Family was featured on the cover of Middlebury Neighbors Magazine this year in March, with a three-page spread on the history of the family and the company. Interested in learning more about the history of the Nardelli's Family? Click here:
https://nardellis.com/our-history/
Chamber Member Affinity Discount
Naugatuck Chamber members and Waterbury Regional Chamber members receive FREE DELIVERY for any order of $100 or more! Not valid for online orders, must call directly to the 540 Plank Road, Waterbury location at (203) 754-5600 or the 87 Maple Street, Naugatuck location at (203) 729-9470.
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Annie C. Courtney Foundation's Star of the Month: Directline Media's Dave Chimelewski
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Star of the Month is awarded to someone making an outstanding difference in the lives of children in foster care on behalf of Annie C. Courtney Foundation's community collaborative. The collaborative for foster care is called Foster, Adoptive Kinship Coalition Team. It is comprised of over 24 agencies, both for profit and non-profit. When Annie C Courtney Foundation had the idea to make a foster care music video to bring in more foster families the original idea was simple: find a song, make a parody, and record the video. Dave Chmielewski of Directline Media gladly took on the challenge. Knowing that the budget was quite limited, Dave put out the word to his colleagues about the need for volunteers. He gathered a dedicated group of talented men to direct, run camera, decorate the set and perform the thousand and one tasks necessary for a production of this kind. Matt Terribile gathered a group of talented teens from the Wallingford area to record the song. He located a talented lead singer, Johnny Silvestri, who agreed to record the vocals and starred in the video production. Working with Dave and Matt has been one of the best experiences as a collaborative. We are incredibly grateful to Dave and Matt for their hard work, patience, and dedication. We could not have had a better duo to work with. They are our heroes and Stars of the Month!
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Tidal Wave to Roll into Quassy for 2020 Season
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Quassy Amusement & Waterpark’s ship is about to come in! The lakeside property will introduce Tidal Wave, a thrilling family ride that incorporates a huge clipper-like themed vessel suspended on a swinging pendulum that soars more than 30 feet into the air. “We’re certainly excited about bringing this new attraction in for next season,” said Quassy President Eric Anderson. “It will replace the Pirate ship, which has been at the park since our centennial in 2008.” Currently being built by SBF/Visa Group in Italy, Tidal Wave will have a capacity of 32 persons with eight rows of bench seats to accommodate up to four guests each. As the ship swings back-and-forth, it gains momentum and height, creating the sensation of weightlessness at its highest point. The colorful attraction will also feature a state-of-the-art LED (light emitting diode) lighting system that will illuminate the ride towers and pendulum as well as the entrance area. “Our other new rides installed in recent years all have LEDs and we’ve added the computerized lights to a number of other existing rides and attractions in the park,” Anderson said of the energy-savingfixtures. Quassy Amusement Park & Waterpark is in its 111th year and features more than two dozen rides and attractions. Season passes are on sale now at the park office and through the Quassy website at www.quassy.com. Company picnics, school fieldtrips and other catered events are also being scheduled through the park office at (203) 758-2913.
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New KETO Shake Product Available from CTFO
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Whether you want to lose weight, meal replace, or just grab something healthy on the go, this is a great tasting and convenient solution! Extreme Shake™ is a creamy and delicious, natural flavored, advanced low-carb, keto-friendly, probiotic protein shake with the added benefits of patented SENSORIL® Ashwagandha. Each shake contains 15 grams of protein with only 3 net grams of carbs. Sensoril® is a patented Ashwagandha supported by 11 clinical studies designed to enhance adaptogenic health benefits and is eight times the strength of standard Ashwagandha. This special extract is derived from specially-grown Ashwagandha leaves and roots through a patented, water-based process to arrive at the perfect compound. Feelings of reduced stress, more restful sleep along with energy and mental acuity are common. Make Extreme Shake™ your go-to healthy weight management routine when you absolutely have to be the best version of yourself. ORDER YOUR CTFO's KETO-FRIENDLY EXTREME SHAKE. Available in ALL 22 Counties including Canada.
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Palace Theater Affinity Program
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Did you know that as a Chamber member you get special discounts to select shows at the Palace Theater? As an affinity member, you receive a minimum 10% discount off most Palace events with the opportunity to receive even larger discounts on certain performances. When you purchase tickets by phone at 203-346-2000, or in person at the Palace Theater Box Office, mention to your sales and service representative before the point of purchase that you are a Waterbury Regional Chamber Member and would like to take advantage of the Affinity Discount. If you are purchasing tickets online, at www.palacetheaterct.org, use the Promotional Code: WRC. Please keep in mind that some restrictions may apply and discounts may only pertain to certain seating sections based on performance restrictions. For more information on show specific discounts, please contact the Palace Theater Box Office at 203-346-2000.
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Text "chamber" to (203) 496-4462 to receive a few updates or reminders from the Chamber. You can respond to any text and we will receive your response!
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