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A Note From Executive Director Julio Concepcion It is with mixed emotions that I write to announce that Shannon Mumley will be ending her role as the Director of Small Business Development for the Hartford Chamber of Commerce on November 19, 2021. Shannon has accepted a role in economic development and will be moving to Texas.  In less than two years, Shannon has made major strides for our business community in her role working hand in hand with the City of Hartford. We’re very appreciative for all Shannon’s energy and determination to help get the Chamber reactivated—especially throughout this pandemic. She will certainly be missed. I’d personally like to thank Shannon for all her hard work and wish her all the best on her big move. In the interim, if you had any tasks or assignments with Shannon, please reach out directly to me to ensure a smooth transition.   The Chamber in conjunction with the City of Hartford, aims to fill the Director of Small Business Development position with someone who has Shannon’s drive, energy, and passion for Hartford realizing how difficult that will be! If you know of a qualified candidate, please refer them to me or Bettina Armour at barmour@rockwaterbts.com.    Best, Julio

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YJ Cleaning and Maintenance "I became a Hartford Chamber of Commerce member for the exposure and because it’s a good way to network and meet other local business," says YJ Cleaning and Maintenance LLC Founder Willie Jones.

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Dunkin' Donuts Park Available for Holiday Gatherings

The Hartford Yard Goats has space for a holiday party for your small business or group at Dunkin' Donuts Park. Your guests will enjoy a beer and wine bar, apps, a dinner buffet, dessert, and photo opportunities with mascots Chewy and Chompers. Your business' name and logo will be displayed on the video board. Host your party at the Best of Hartford Reader's Poll voted #1 for Best Event Venue!

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Mayor Bronin Lifts Mask Mandate

The City of Hartford is terminating its indoor mask mandate, effective immediately. The mandate was imposed on August 10 in response to the arrival of the Delta variant and the corresponding increase in cases and positivity rate.    “I’m probably going to keep wearing my mask in a lot of places, and I encourage others to do the same, and we strongly urge anyone who’s not yet vaccinated to get vaccinated and get your kids vaccinated as soon as possible,” said Mayor Luke Bronin.   The new announcement does not affect students and faculty at Hartford schools, who are still required to wear masks indoors.

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Winterfest Hartford Skating Rink Opens Friday, November 26th

Reviving a beloved tradition going back to Bushnell Park’s origins in the 19th century, in 2010, the iQuilt Partnership and the City of Hartford brought free ice skating back to the park to the delight of tens of thousands of new fans. Each year, Winterfest brings more than 40,000 ice skaters into the city, provides free skate rentals, and gives free skating lessons to hundreds of children and adults.

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Hartford Cultural Events November 12: New England Maker Summit November 18: Chamber Member Meeting November 21: Mandell JCC Guy Mintus Trio Performs Gershwin November 21: Wadsworth Athenum Gallery Music Petra Jenkinson

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