Welcome to December's Crossroads Events!
This is the penultimate issue of CROSSROADS in 2021! We kick off the New Year with a Ribbon Cutting at our newest Members, Premier Design and Exteriors, in Sturbridge on the 5th. Everyone is welcome to stop by and say hello! Last night, we celebrated with our Members and friends at the Holiday Fun at Five at The Publick House. What was the surprise theme of the evening? It was too late to make this issue but check out our Facebook page for some shots we captured at the event. You will find info on the last evenings of OSV’s Christmas by Candlelight, extravagant holiday feasts, even a New Year’s Day Antique Show in this issue, plus the latest news items from our Members. Thank you for keeping it LOCAL and shopping small this season! We wish you warm, healthy, magical holidays and look forward to working with you in 2022!
CROSSROADS is our Members' platform to share their latest news with over 1,000 fellow Chamber Members and subscribers in our community. Thank you for entering your upcoming offerings on our Events calendar and emailing us your press releases, links and photos for inclusion in CROSSROADS.
NEXT ISSUE: DECEMBER 31, 2021.
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CHAMBER OFFICE INFO
OPEN Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
No appointment is necessary. Give us a ring at 508-247-2761 to be sure we are here.
To keep everyone safe, we ask that you kindly wear a mask when visiting. Thank you!
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NETWORKING UPDATE
In light of increasing cases of the Covid-19 Omicron variant, we will not hold any networking events in January 2022.
We expect the number of cases to go down by mid-January and we will be back in February with two events:
The CMS Chamber Annual Meeting and Fun at Five. Thank you for understanding and stay tuned for details!
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Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening: Premier Exteriors and Design
Wednesday, January 5, Noon to 1:30pm
The Chamber of Central Mass South cordially invites you to attend a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening at Premier Exteriors and Design on Wednesday, January 5th from noon to 1:30pm. Located at 500 Main Street, Sturbridge (Fiskdale), the former Bank of America branch location, Premier Exteriors and Design offers services including metal & asphalt roofing, vinyl siding, energy efficient windows and doors, gutters and gutter protection, custom decks, fences and hardscaping options. Premier Exteriors and Design opened for business at their Sturbridge location in September of 2021.
The Grand Opening event will feature a Ribbon Cutting ceremony presented by the Chamber of Central Mass South, presentations by local dignitaries, and opportunities for guests to meet the staff and tour the showroom. There will be light refreshments, coffee and soft drinks, and guests who place an order for services on this day will receive a 5% discount. All are welcome to attend. There is no cost and no need to RSVP. Just swing by and join in as the Chamber and our guests provide a warm Sturbridge welcome and best wishes to this new business.
“We are excited to become members of such a great community,” said Rob Germain, Event Marketing Manager at Premier Exteriors & Design. “We would love to learn who you are and show you how we can help you save money today and live better tomorrow.”
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Welcome, New Board Members! |
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PHOTOS: (l-r) Tom Henry, Cynthia Saucier, Rita Schiano and Amy Shaar-Wildman
We are very pleased to introduce four new members of the Chamber's Board of Directors.
Tom Henry (North Brookfield Savings Bank)
Cynthia Saucier (Country Bank)
Rita Schiano (Live a Flourishing Life)
Amy Shaar-Wildman (Green Meadows)
We are excited to have their experience and expertise, grateful for their commitment, and we look forward to working with our new Board Members in the years to come. If you are interested in serving on the Chamber's Board Directors, there are currently two openings. See the article below for more details.
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Would you be interested in serving on our Board of Directors?
We are currently accepting letters of interest from Members in good standing who would be interested in serving on the Chamber's Board of Directors.
Service on the Board is typically a 3-year term. We currently have two vacancies. These openings are renewable in future terms. This is an excellent opportunity for Members to build leadership skills in their employees.
The Chamber's Board of Directors is responsible for the Chamber's governance, ensuring its financial stability, setting policies, and assisting the Chamber in carrying out its mission and objectives.
Board members must regularly attend and actively participate in scheduled Board meetings, hold a seat on at least one Chamber committee, demonstrate public support for the Chamber, volunteer and assist in recruiting new Members, act as ambassadors and advocates, and lend their expertise in support of the Chamber's mission and objectives.
If you would like to serve, please send a letter of interest to Alix.
Mailing Address:
Alexandra McNitt
Chamber of Central Mass South
46 Hall Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
Feel free to call if you have further questions. 508-347-2761.
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Get Great Exposure for Your Business!
Sponsor an upcoming Chamber event
Our Promotions Committee is hard at work planning the schedule of Chamber happenings including FUN at FIVE networking events and the Chamber's Annual Meeting. We are actively seeking businesses that would be interested in sponsoring these events.
Our FUN at FIVE sponsors are given positive exposure and an enthusiastic crowd that is eager to share the good word about your business with their friends, neighbors and business contacts! The Annual Meeting is expected to draw around 100 Chamber Members and the public and features a keynote speaker of local interest and a sit-down breakfast or lunch.
If your company would be interested in being a sponsor for these upcoming events, or would like more information about sponsorship, please contact Alix at 508-347-2761 or email [email protected]. |
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We Welcome Interesting Goodies for our Welcome Baskets!
The Chamber has teamed up with the Center of Hope to create gift baskets to welcome new members to the Chamber of Central Mass South. The Chamber presents our new members with gift baskets that will not only have a monetary value but also to give the recipient an opportunity to learn more about other Chamber members and their services. These baskets make a terrific first impression and are a great way to introduce your business to new prospects. Can you help us fill these baskets with interesting goodies?
We are always seeking interesting, practical items to include in our welcome baskets. We welcome your contributions of items like modest gift certificates, discount coupons, items with your company's logo like piggy banks, thumb drives and coffee mugs, free trial items, small items your company manufactures or whatever else might promote your company and be a value to our new members.
We are looking to assemble about a dozen baskets at a time so that time sensitive material will not be out of date when received. If you would like to donate items for this program, please drop them off at the Chamber office or give us a call to arrange pick up your donated items. Contact Alix at 508-347-2761 or e-mail [email protected] if you have any questions or to arrange a pickup. Thank you for your contributions!
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Annual Toy Drive Returns to North Brookfield Savings Bank |
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North Brookfield Savings Bank proudly partners with toy collection programs in North Brookfield, East Brookfield, West Brookfield, Ware, Belchertown, Three Rivers and Palmer to collect toys for local children. Customer Experience Specialist Cindy Merrill (left) and North Brookfield Savings Bank AVP/ Customer Experience Manager/Assistant Consumer Loan Manager Warren Izyk (right),
with some of the toys donated in 2019.
North Brookfield, MA – For North Brookfield Savings Bank the holiday season is a special time of year. It is when people and communities come together, and what better way to do so than by helping make sure that all children in our communities experience a wonderful, joy-filled, holiday season.
Starting November 29th and running through December 20th North Brookfield Savings Bank’s Annual Toy Drive aims to ensure holiday wishes comes true for our younger community members. Monetary donations and new toys will be collected at all Bank branch locations. To further brighten the holidays, North Brookfield Savings Bank will also make a $1,750 donation to local toy drive programs for the purchase of additional toys.
During the Toy Drive, community members are welcome to visit any branch location to make their donations of new unwrapped toys for children. All toys collected will be donated to local toy programs in each community, to ensure that local children in need will receive holiday presents. This year, the Bank’s Ware branch location will be primarily accepting monetary donations to help their local toy program partner the Ware Police Department, who has reformatted their program to be more tailored to each family in need.
In addition to toys, NBSB will accept financial contributions in each branch location to purchase additional gifts for the toy drive. The Bank will match every dollar donated, as well as contribute $1 for every toy collected, up to $250 per branch location.
“As a local Bank that places a high importance on embracing and committing to the values of kindness and community support, North Brookfield Savings Bank is proud to continue the tradition of hosting our Annual Toy Drive at our locations,” said Marco Bernasconi, President of North Brookfield Savings Bank. “We want to ensure that every child has the opportunity to have a wonderful holiday season, this year and every year. We know this goal is possible with the continued support and kindness of our local community. We invite all of you to visit us, as you have so generously done in the past, to make your contribution.”
Donations are being accepted at these North Brookfield Savings Bank branches:
- North Brookfield Branch, 9 Gilbert Street – partnering with the North Brookfield Police Association’s Toys for Joys Program
- East Brookfield Branch, 100 West Main Street, Route 9 – partnering with the East Brookfield Toys for Joy Program
- West Brookfield Branch, 128 West Main Street, Route 9 – partnering with the West Brookfield Police Association Holiday Toy Program
- Ware Branch, 40 Main Street, Route 9 – partnering with the Ware Police Department Holiday Toy Program
- Belchertown Branch, 4 Daniel Shays Highway, Routes 9 and 202 – partnering with the Belchertown Firefighters Association Adopt-a-Family Program
- Palmer Branch, 1051 Thorndike Street – partnering with the Palmer Lions Club Holiday Toy Program
- Three Rivers Branch, 2060 Main Street – partnering with the Palmer Lions Club Holiday Toy Program
Bernasconi continued, “The holiday season is about caring for those around us and being generous. It is heartwarming every year to witness how our community members support each other. By partnering with the local toy drive organizations and our giving residents we are able to bring a child holiday cheer and truly embody the spirit of the holiday season. Thank you to everyone who plans to give this year and has supported this effort in the past.”
To learn more about North Brookfield Savings Bank’s community giving efforts and all the convenient banking products and services offered, visit www.NorthBrookfieldSavingsBank.com.
ABOUT NORTH BROOKFIELD SAVINGS BANK
North Brookfield Savings Bank is a mutual savings bank with full-service branches in North Brookfield, East Brookfield, West Brookfield, Ware, Belchertown, Palmer, and Three Rivers Village of Palmer. NBSB offers a wide variety of deposit and loan products for individuals and businesses throughout Central and Western Massachusetts and has been a steadfast supporter of the communities in which it serves since 1854. North Brookfield Savings Bank recently received the award for the “Best Bank” in Central Massachusetts 2021. The Choice Awards contest from the Telegram and Gazette included several rounds of voting from the late summer months through the fall season, choosing their winner on November 10, 2021. Thank you for voting us the “Best Bank” in Central MA! For additional information, please call 1-866-711-6272 or visit us online at www.NorthBrookfieldSavingsBank.com. All deposits are insured by the FDIC and the Depositors Insurance Fund |
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An Extraordinary Year of Lifesaving for Second Chance
Nonprofit Expanding Capacity in 2022 to Help All Pets in Need
EAST BROOKFIELD, MA (December 13, 2021) – From large-scale rescues to emergency surgeries, 2021 has been an extraordinary year of saving lives for Second Chance Animal Services. The nonprofit has responded to more emergency cases this year than ever before, saving pets with nowhere else to turn.
CEO Sheryl Blancato says, “By year’s end Second Chance will have helped over 40,000 pets. The total is very similar to 2019 and 2020, but this year so many of the pets we helped were in crisis.”
“Day after day, our hospitals are squeezing in another surgery to save a dog suffering from a life-threatening uterine infection or a cat who has eaten something he shouldn’t have,” relates Blancato who makes a point to visit each hospital throughout the week. “They arrive in a critical state. We have adjusted our schedules to accommodate as many emergency surgeries as possible because we may be their last chance. “
Blancato notes that some may be diagnosed by an emergency facility that isn’t able to perform surgery in time to save the pet due to the ongoing emergency veterinary care crisis. “Others are referred to us when emergency surgical costs are out of reach for those with limited budgets. Second Chance is one of the only hospitals in Massachusetts that offers subsidized rates for emergency care.”
Second Chance’s Almost Home transport facility has also been busier than ever, welcoming rescues from southern shelters that are near capacity. They also took in 73 cats from a local large-scale rescue this fall that included six pregnant moms. A total of 15 kittens were born, bringing the total to 88 for that one case alone.
Each pet that comes through Almost Home has all their medical needs met including a full veterinary exam and tests, vaccines, and spay or neuter surgery if necessary before they can go to the Adoption Center in East Brookfield to begin their search for a new home. The Adoption Center also takes in local surrenders and ensures their veterinary needs are met as well.
The incredible demand for help has put a strain, not only on the Second Chance staff, but on a limited budget as well. Supply costs continue to increase, and the tight labor market continues to drive labor cost upward. Blancato says that despite the rising costs, Second Chance is committed to expanding capacity in 2022. “We know there are many more pets who need help and we’ve set a goal to help 45,000 pets in the new year. We can’t let these pets down, but we can’t do it alone.”
Second Chance opened their long-awaited fourth Community Veterinary Hospital in Southbridge this fall. The facility is currently open three days a week and plans to accommodate a full schedule and add a weekly vaccine clinic in the new year as hiring and funding allow.
Those wishing to help can donate at secondchanceanimals.org/donate/ or checks can be mailed to Second Chance Animal Services, PO Box 136, East Brookfield, MA 01515.
PHOTO (l): A seven-year-old dog who recently underwent emergency surgery at Second Chance after developing a life-threatening uterine infection.
PHOTO (r): One of the kittens born to a pregnant mom from a local large-scale rescue gets their first check-up from Second Chance Shelter Veterinarian Dr. Jackie Celmer.
About Second Chance Animal Services:
Second Chance is a nonprofit 501c3 tax exempt organization that began in 1999 in East Brookfield and relies solely on donations from grants to operate. The organization operates an adoption center in East Brookfield and Community Veterinary Hospitals in North Brookfield, Southbridge, Springfield, and Worcester. Second Chance helps over 40,000 pets a year through adoption, spay/neuter, veterinary care, community outreach, educational outreach programs, training, and a pet food pantry. For more information, visit Second Chance’s website at www.secondchanceanimals.org.
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Fitzgerald Dance & Fitness
Proudly Presents
Alice The Musical
Fitzgerald Dance & Fitness is proud to present our first children’s musical directed by Kathleen Lamprey. Children ages 7-12 will be given instruction on how to act, sing & dance. At the end of this 10-week program they will put on the musical for friends and family at The Hitchcock Academy in Brimfield, MA. This is a great introduction to the world of musical theatre!
Rehearsals will be held every Saturday starting January 22nd
(excluding February 26th) from 10-12pm
Show date will be Saturday April 9th
Cost for the full program and performance is $340.
Please contact us for more details or to sign up online!
Fitzgerald Dance & Fitness
71 Main St
Sturbridge, MA 01566
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Cornerstone Bank makes donation to Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester
Donation of $2,500 will go towards providing adults English language skills
WORCESTER, Mass. – Cornerstone Bank, a community bank with 12 locations throughout Central Massachusetts, has donated $2,500 to Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester to support their mission to provide adults with the English language skills they need to thrive. For 48 years, Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester has been providing one-to-one and small group English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) tutoring as well as literacy tutoring, and in recent years, adding online tutoring and independent learning.
“In the greater Worcester area, 34% of households speak a language other than English at home,” said Cornerstone Bank CEO Todd Tallman. “Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester are doing amazing things by providing free ESOL education to adults within our community. The leadership, vision, and dedication of the Board of Directors is key to the organization’s success in serving constituents in the Worcester area. We are proud that members of our team volunteer their time for this organization and we support their goals any way we can.”
In just the past year, more than 100 volunteers and 12 part-time specialized ESOL teachers dedicated their time to help 382 literacy students and more than 100 tutoring students learn to read, write, and speak the English language. These students are immigrants and refugees representing 52 different countries and speaking 38 different languages.
“The free, flexible, and individualized support students get leads them in the right direction to achieve goals beyond English language proficiency including citizenship, employment, and further education,” continued Tallman. “We look forward to seeing Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester continue to create opportunities for people looking to succeed on our community.”
To learn more about Cornerstone Bank and their charitable work, please visit cornerstonebank.com.
PHOTO: Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester Executive Director, Jill Lagana, Cornerstone Bank AVP, Senior Market Manager and Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester Board Member, Laila Mhirig, and Cornerstone Bank CEO, Todd Tallman.
About Cornerstone Bank
Cornerstone Bank was formed in 2017, born of a long history of supporting the community, and providing a strong foundation to help people and businesses thrive. Serving Worcester County, Massachusetts, Cornerstone Bank’s local presence and community based banking model enables a unique ability to deliver outstanding service, with a personal touch. Cornerstone provides the highest level of service and expertise for individuals, businesses, and community organizations with branch locations throughout Central Massachusetts. Cornerstone works to connect customers with opportunities, through a broad range of deposit and loan products, and services. Built on Trust is not just a tagline, but also one of our guiding corporate values. Whether a business or personal partnership, Cornerstone stands on the foundation that relationships are built on trust. To learn about Cornerstone Bank’s personal and business banking offerings, please visit cornerstonebank.com or call 800-939-9103.
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Explore The Last Green Valley – Photo Contest Winners Announced
The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) announces the 13 winning photos gracing its 2022 calendar. TLGV’s “Explore the Last Green Valley” calendar for 2022 features magnificent photos of The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor.
The coveted cover shot was taken by Sandee Harraden of Woodstock, CT and is called “Ruby-throated Hummingbird.” The photo is a beautiful image of a hummingbird drinking nectar as it twists its body to get the perfect angle for the nectar.
This is the second TLGV calendar cover Harraden has won since 2015.
“I’ve always been interested in birds,” Harraden said. “But I also enjoy watching the bird behavior. Learning photography, I can stop the moment and get all the details to understand what I am seeing.”
Harraden fell in love with photography 11 years ago. She is always trying to learn more about photography while hoping to inspire others to love nature through photography. In addition to the cover photo, Harraden’s “Northern Cardinal with His Fledgling” is the April photo. Harraden’s images are the results of hours of watching the birds with her camera at the ready and positioning herself as the light moves.
“I think The Last Green Valley is a wonderful organization and it also inspires people to enjoy the outdoors and brings awareness and helps people to connect to nature. I think that’s really important for people to have that inspiration.”
The other winning photos are: “A Sparkling Day,” by Ulla Britt Roemer of Pomfret, CT; “Ponemah,” by Nick Velles of Franklin, CT; “Chasing Waterfalls,” “Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut…” and “Let it Go,” by Sarah L. Hamby of Danielson, CT; “Calves on a Sunny Day,” by Joseph Orefice of Union, CT; “European Praying Mantis at Lavender Farm,” and “Monarch with Sunflowers,” by Heather Brunelle of Lebanon, CT; “Sunset at Blue Slope,” by Susan Trapp of North Stonington, CT; “Fall from Above,” by Ryan Heilemann of Brooklyn, CT; and “Ready to go Kayaking at Hopeville Pond” by Gail Miller of North Franklin, CT.
The more than 65 entries went through a blind review of the photos by a committee which chose the winners. Additional smaller photos are used throughout the calendar. The 2022 calendar is also filled with interesting tidbits about the natural and cultural history of the National Heritage Corridor.
“This year the entries were very high quality,” said Lois Bruinooge, executive director of TLGV. “It was difficult to choose only 13. We’re excited by the stunning photos in the 2022 calendar.”
The calendar is on sale for $15. You can order one in the gift shop at TheLastGreenValley.org or call the TLGV Office at 860-774-3300 to order a copy. All proceeds support The Last Green Valley’s programs to protect our natural and historic resources. TLGV is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor is the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, D.C. The Last Green Valley, Inc. works for you in the National Heritage Corridor. Together we can care for it, enjoy it and pass it on!
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Rise to the 25-25 Challenge from Opacum Directors!
Together, we are protecting land, water, and wildlife for current and future generations.
Opacum Board of Directors have stepped forward and pledged to match $25,000 of donations made to Opacum in the "25-25 Challenge!"
Learn more about why our Directors care about land protection and conservation.
Each story is unique and resonates with why many of us care about conserving land in our local region.
The Opacum Directors cannot do this work alone, and we invite you to rise to this challenge for 2021.
With your help, we can raise $50,000 to scale up our land conservation work where you live.
If you have already contributed - Thank you!
You are part of conserving land in our local area for water, wildlife, and future generations.
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Literacy Volunteers of South Central Massachusetts
Seeking Board Members
Literacy Volunteers of South Central Massachusetts (LVSCM) is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote adult literacy. LVSCM furthers its mission by providing free, confidential, and individualized tutoring to adults and out-of-school youths over age 16 in basic literacy and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) through the use of professionally trained and supported volunteer tutors.
LVSCM is accepting letters of interest from members of the public who would be interested in serving on the Board of Directors. The LVSCM Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring its financial stability, setting policies, and assisting the Executive Director in carrying out its mission and objectives. We are particularly in search of a candidate with a background in bookkeeping and/or accounting, as well as candidates with any other type of professional expertise.
Please direct letters of interest to our Board President, Yolanda Alvarado, at [email protected].
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Comfort Inn & Suites
83 Hall Road, Sturbridge, MA
Looking to grow our team…
Front Office Manager - Looking for a dedicated energetic individual who has attention to detail and hospitality experience. Must have customer service experience. Previous hotel experience preferred. Must be able to manage a team and be a leader. Weekends required. Looking for team-players. Please come in and fill out an application.
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Hitchcock Free Academy
Seeking a Treasurer
2 Brookfield Road, Brimfield, MA 01010
Under the direction of the President of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer is an Officer of the Board and works with the Executive Director, Assistant Directors and Tax Accountant to maintain an accurate system of financial accounts and reporting for Hitchcock Free Academy. Part-time. $20 an hour. Apply today! See the full job description here on Indeed.com |
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Nueva edición!
Reach the Hispanic Market directly with the #1 Statewide Hispanic Newspaper in Massachusetts. Email [email protected] to get started.
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Learning & Networking Opportunities
You'll also find webinars, online workshops and courses from Worcester Chamber, SCORE and MSBDC. Most are FREE! Got something going on? Please add your happenings, online or in-person, indoors or out, to our calendar or email Jack the pertinent info and we will share in the next CROSSROADS!
WORCESTER REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Business After Hours at Greater Good Brewery, 55 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA
Thursday Dec 16, 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Business After Hours is an opportunity for you to network with other Chamber members and guests. Meet new contacts, develop new leads, and exchange ideas. Join us and hundreds of area professionals for a fun, informal networking event!
FREE ONLINE BUSINESS WORKSHOPS OFFERED BY SCORE
SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals. Since 1964, SCORE has provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs.
Google My Business for Home-Based Business Owners - Get Found Without Using Your Home Address
Dec 16, 2021 1:00 PM EST (Live Webinar)
This session is specifically tailored to the unique needs of entrepreneurs who do not have a storefront or brick and mortar but want to capitalize on the benefits of Google search to bring more awareness to your brand and get more sales. REGISTER
Critical Questions & Information Needed to Do Proper Business Planning
December 28, 2021, 1:00pm EST (Live Webinar)
You have decided to start a business and fulfill your entrepreneurial spirit and dream of working for yourself. Starting a business is a tough decision and needs proper planning. REGISTER
2022's Hottest Businesses, Markets & Trends
January 6, 2022, 1:00pm EST (Live Webinar)
Will 2022 be a year of recovery or discovery? Or perhaps a bit of both? The start of a new year is the perfect time for small business owners and startups to learn the newest business trends and startup ideas. REGISTER
View Previously Recorded SCORE Webinars Here.
BUSINESS WORKSHOPS OFFERED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER NETWORK
Statewide Training & Event Calendar
Dec 15 Federal Marketing & Outreach
Dec 16 Commonwealth of Massachusetts (State) Government Contracting
Dec 16 Affordable, Flexible Health Coverage for Small Businesses
Visit the online calendar for more info and to register for these sessions and more.
COGGNO is the Chamber's 24/7 Training platform. Low cost and even free online courses are available for CMS Chamber Members.
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Christmas by Candlelight 2021 at OSV
Dates: December 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 23, and 27-30
Times: The Village is open 3:00 - 8:00 pm on December 3, 5, 10, 12, 27-30; The Village is open 1:00 - 8:00 pm on December 4, 11, 17-19, 23
Step into the past and celebrate Christmas traditions you’ve always loved or make new ones you’ll always remember! Tickets are now available for Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village. Enjoy the sights of Christmas throughout the Village as you explore our 200-acre campus decorated for the season. Some time slots have already sold out! Purchase your tickets here.
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Feast of The Seven Fishes • Avellino
Thursday, December 16, 2021 • 6:30pm
The “Feast of the Seven Fishes” popularity in America can be traced back to when Italian-American families rekindled the Old Country's Christmas Eve tradition by preparing a seven-course seafood meal that both made them feel close to their homes, while celebrating the sea, a major connection in Italy. Today, it's considered one of the oldest Italian holiday traditions. Chef Rico will be preparing many of the dishes that make this special dinner a perennial favorite but will also be adding a few new twists to keep it interesting and fresh. Our traditional December “Feast of the Seven Fishes” banquet will be held on just one night this year: Thursday, December 16.
This popular event is always a sell-out so call 508-347-2321 today to make your reservation. The cost per person on this extravagant feast is $69 not including tax or gratuity.
Now through the end of the year,
ENJOY A $10 BONUS CARD
FOR EVERY $50 PURCHASED
Save time and score a bonus card for yourself!
Make your online purchase and your bonus card can be sent to you or to the individual you are sending the gift. Gift cards are available as a physical gift card (mailed to you) or in electronic form as an e-mail or mobile card. Get yours today and Happy Holidays from Table 3.
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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
December 24, 2021 from 7pm to 8pm
Elm Street Congregational Church
61 Elm Street, Southbridge
Please join us for our annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.
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The Publick House Christmas Dinner Buffet
Saturday, December 25, 2021
Seatings from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Adults $49.00 Children $24.50 (3-12) (plus tax & gratuity)
Maximum seating time allotted per each reservation
Reservations Required, Credit Card Required to Hold
72 Hour Cancellation Policy. For Reservations please call 774-304-1524
The Menu
PUBLICK HOUSE BREADS
SALADS
ENTREES
Roasted Cod with corn chowder sauce
Roasted Turkey with pan gravy, whole cranberries
Pasta with arugula, red peppers, pine nuts and Parmesan-pesto sauce
Seared Chicken with lemon-herb velouté
CARVING STATION
Roast Prime Rib of Beef
au jus and horseradish sauce
Christmas-Spiced Ham
cranberry chutney
SEAFOOD & CHARCUTERIE DISPLAY
ACCOMPANIMENTS
CHILDREN’S STATION
DELECTABLE DESSERT STATION
*Menu subject to change.
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The Antique and Collectibles New Year's Day Show
The Antique & Collectibles Show on New Year's Day at The Host Hotel in Sturbridge is back! Over 50 local and regional dealers of authentic antique collectibles will be bringing art, books, textiles, vinyl, glassware, dolls, small furnishings, decorative items, primitives, vanity table items, and so much more! Something for everyone who enjoys a good walk down Memory Lane. Hosted by Journal of Antiques & Collectibles. 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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Salem Cross Inn is OPEN Thursday through Sunday! |
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FIREPLACE FEASTS ARE SELLING OUT!
A few spots remain for the December 17 feast!
Main Dining Room Hours:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday 4 – 8pm
Sunday Noon – 5pm
We are currently looking to fill Server, Bartender, Bussers & Dishwasher positions. Click here to apply.
508-867-2345
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Comfort Inn & Suites Sturbridge
Looking for a cost efficient, private space for your company/group holiday party?
Look no further and rent out our cozy lounge, with a capacity of 55 people,
for a private party.
• Bar Packages • Bring in your Own Food • Room Discounts
Email our Sales Director for more information and
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Looking for more local events? Check out our Facebook Events page for even more from our neighbors and friends! Click here to visit!
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Executive Committee
Erika Travinski, Chair
The Center of Hope
Cynthia Saucier, 1st Vice Chair
Country Bank
Bruce Watkins, Treasurer
Karl Storz Endovision, Inc.
Board of Directors
Brad Arcoite
Table 3 Restaurant Group
Michael Checkosky
Cornerstone Bank
Nicole Courtemanche
Connectivity Point
Alycia Dzik
Webster First Federal Credit Union
Rich Eichacker
Vibrance Technology Corp
Michelle Fanion
ERA Key Realty
Steve Gardiner
Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center
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Christina Hadis-Blackwell
Tri-Community YMCA
Tom Henry
North Brookfield Savings Bank
Kelly Hibbard
Harrington Hospital
Anthony Marini
BankHometown
Trevor Nielsen
Edward Jones
Rita Schiano
Live a Flourishing Life
Amy Shaar-Wildman
Green Meadows
Rich Suitum
Exsel Advertising Group
Michael Wales
Michael L. Wales Painting Company
James Donahue
Old Sturbridge Village
Honorary Board Member
Counsel
Padgett Berthiaume
Berthiaume & Berthiaume
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46 Hall Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
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Alexandra McNitt
Executive Director
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Jack Starkey
Communications & Media
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