September 5, 2024 | Issue 36

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Ribbon Cutting for Newly Renovated Camden National Bank


Save the Date! Camden National Bank is celebrating the re-opening of their newly renovated Belfast Main Street banking center. The space was designed to better serve the community, as they continue to deepen their roots here.


Thursday, Sept. 12, 9:30am - 11:30am

156 Main St. Belfast



Refreshments and pastries will be served

RSVP by September 6 - email marketing@camdennational.bank

September Business After Hours


Every month our Chamber hosts an after hours event designed for members to casually meet and build relationships with business people from companies and organizations representing a variety of industries in our region. Our next BAH will be hosted by:


Bell the Cat

Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

18 Hatley Rd. Belfast, ME


Click Here to see our hosts for the 2024 Business After Hours

August 29th Newsletter



1) Chamber Job Search

2) Brigham Block Building / Ribbon Cutting & Open House

3) Coastal Mountains Land Trust / Arts on the Hill

4) Belfast Flying Shoes / Footbridge Community Dance

5) Belfast Maskers / Playboy of the Western World

Chamber Job Search (HOT ITEM)


Still looking for that new job? Need to know what's available in the greater Belfast area? We have a great page full of job opportunities large and small!


CLICK HERE!


Chamber Members - you can submit your job postings by logging into your

ChamberMaster account or email chamberoffice@belfastmaine.org

Upcoming Events

Announcements & News

A Morning in Maine Sailing Tours - Fundraiser Sail for Rockland Breakwater Light Sept. 15

Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition - Tree and Fern Walk Sept. 14

Belfast Parks & Recreation Department - Paws-a-pool-ooza Sept. 8

The Chocolate Drop Candy Shop Announces They Will Be Closing

Coastal Mountains Land Trust - Kites & Ice Cream on Beech Hill Sept. 7 and

Wednesday Waldo Walk at Meadow Brook Preserve in Swanville Sept. 11

Front Street Shipyard - End of Summer 2024 Video

Marsh River Cooperative Announces Owner is Gifting Building to the Co-op

The Parsonage Gallery - New Exhibitions by Ethridge and Biermann, Reception Sept. 7

Penobscot Bay Singers - A New Season Begins

United Midcoast Charities Annual Grantee Breakfast to Participate in Live, Virtual Global Conversation on Advocating for Hope and Kindness on Sept. 11

Waldo County Triad Newsletter - Fall 2024

Wood Thrush Wilderness - Farmer's Market Basket Class at Tanglewood Sept. 14

Member Promotions

Consider Becoming a Chamber Member!


Our Vision is that the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce will be recognized as a major catalyst for developing a thriving and connected business community and visitor destination choice in the region.



The Mission of the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce

is to champion a thriving business environment for its members through promotion, networking, advocacy, community partnerships and access to relevant information.


Follow the link above to find information about membership benefits and learn how we can promote you and help you achieve your goals. Your support helps us to better promote our region and businesses!



Community Links:

Belfast Free Library | City of Belfast | Harbormaster

Public Transportation | Waldo County General Hospital | YMCA

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Your Chamber Working For You!

Dorothy Havey, Executive Director

Director@belfastmaine.org

Scott Smith, Operations Manager

ChamberOffice@belfastmaine.org

Board of Directors


President / Erin Merrifield, RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Vice President / Chris Nickerson, Whale's Tooth Pub, Northport Inn & Lodge

Treasurer / Michelle Curtis, First National Bank

Secretary / Megan Day, Waldo County General Hospital

Paul Dean, Councilor, City of Belfast

John McKeith, The Belfast Center

Elaine Potoker, Interloqui

Terri Tower, Camden National Bank

Mary Tripp, Bank of America

Travis Wood, Waldo County Technical Center

Staff Photography by Dave Waddell, Down East Magazine

Our Vision

The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) will be recognized as a major catalyst for developing

a thriving and connected business community and visitor destination of choice in the region.


Our Mission

The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce promotes a dynamic economy and strong communities through economic development, promotion of our region, business advocacy, and member services for Waldo County and beyond.

BELFAST AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

33 Main St. | PO Box 58 | Belfast, ME. 04915

207-338-5900 | www.belfastmaine.org

Administrative Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm

Information Center: Daily, 9am - 5pm