CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES
CappuGino's Coffee & Shakes has been Named the
Regional Chamber Business of the Week
Let's give a round of applause to CappuGino's Coffee & Shakes,
our featured business of the week!
CappuGino's Coffee & Shakes has become a beloved part of the Milford community with two convenient locations off exits 39A and 37 on I-95. Grown from a dream and a love for good coffee and shakes, CappuGino's is more than just a cafe. It's a testament to the Small City with a Big Heart, and a dedication to making a difference in the community.
Let's support local businesses that bring joy and flavor to our lives and be sure to follow them o
20 Commerce Park, Milford, CT (Inside Milford Vascular Institute) ☎️ (203) 626-2662
470 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT (Inside Colonial Toyota of Milford) ☎️ (203) 283-0132
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CHAMBER EVENTS
Tomorrow!
May Business After Hours at Dave & Buster's
Join us for an evening of fun and networking at our May Business After Hours event at Dave & Buster's
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to network, unwind, and have a blast with fellow Chamber members and guests.
Wednesday, May 15th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
1201 Boston Post Road, Milford

Tickets are $20 for members and $30 for non-members.
ticket includes food and 2 drink tickets. But that's not all!
Purchase your ticket before May 15th at Noon to receive a free special entry in our Early Bird Raffle for professional headshots by member photographer, Greg Geiger of Studio 95 Photographix, located right here in Milford.
11:00 - Panel discussion with Q&A
12:00 - Lunch is served
12:45 - Educational workshop to hone in on ways you can keep your business in compliance and keep your intellectual property as your own.
Lunch will be provided by the Plate
Tickets $15 Chamber Members Only
Lunch 'N Learn - It's the Law
Thursday, May 16

How does the law affect your business? 
What you don't know CAN hurt you

Our panel will be:
Joseph Tramuta - Minella & Tramuta - Contract Law
Alan Harrison - Sandollar Law - Intellectual Property 
Allie Levene - Levene Law - Employment Law
Sponsored by:

Bistro Mediterranean & Tapas Bar Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

Wednesday, May 22nd, 4:00 PM
1015 Bridgeport Ave. Milford, CT


Bistro Mediterranean is bringing a unique dining experience that blends the lively atmosphere of a tapas bar with the rich tastes of Mediterranean cuisine.
Fun Box Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, May 23rd
 Time: 6:00 PM
 Back Parking Lot, Connecticut Post Mall, 1201 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT

Bring the whole family and celebrate with us as we officially open this fantastic Fun Box event! It's not just a ribbon-cutting—it's a high-energy, smile-inducing, jump-tastic good time for all ages!

2024 Summer Health & Wellness Fair
Sponsored by Hartford Healthcare-GoHealth Urgent Care
We're seeking vendors interested in participating in the 2024 Summer Health & Wellness Fair at Old Grove Park in West Haven
Due to space limitations, there will be a cap on the number of vendors in each field, so submit your application early!
Applications must be received by
Monday, May 20th.
Each vendor will be provided with a 10 x 10 space.

RAFFLE!
We will be collecting donations of non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products.
These items will Benefit W.H.E.A.T. and Traveler on a Mission
Your donation will get a free entry for a special raffle prize!

Contact Phyllis Mullins for more information
203-415-6885
Fridays After Five are back!
This year's concerts are sponsored by Joe Tramuta, Minnella & Tramuta LLC, Attorney at Law, with support from On the Mark, Weichert Realtors.

Music Starts at 6PM
May 24th - Kathy Thompson Band
May 31st - Shakedown
June 7th - Remember September
June 14th - Steppin Danger
June 20th (Thursday) - Silver Steel band
June 28th - Rumrunners
CHAMBER UPDATES

We celebrated the Ribbon Cutting for Ethan Allen last week . The construction is done and they are ready to show their beautifully redesigned store at 1620 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT

Watch our YouTube Channel for an interview with Ethan Allen coming soon!


Best of the Milford Region Contest is coming soon!

Were you a winner last year?
Congratulations! Now you have to keep your title! Your advertisement will help people notice your business while voting!
Not a winner last year?
This is your year year to win! It's a perfect time to advertise and help gain votes!
More information
203-878-0681
email Simon
We are proud to spotlight Arnold Peck's Property World USA, Inc., a dedicated member of the Chamber since 1972.
From his early days renovating an old house in Milford to specializing in the rehabilitation of beach cottages along the Milford shoreline, Arnold Peck has not only shaped our real estate landscape but also played a pivotal role in the revitalization of the tri-beach area.
Property World has been a cornerstone in Connecticut’s residential and commercial real estate market, known for its integrity and commitment to community development.
Let's celebrate over four decades of excellence and dedication with Arnold Peck's Property World USA, Inc. Thank you for being a part of our community and for your longstanding commitment to enhancing our city's beauty and vibrancy.
Updated Maps are Coming Soon!
Our new maps will be a map of the Region including Milford and West Haven.
This accurate user-friendly map will be the perfect resource for the thousands of visitors to the region. Get your business noticed by tourists and residents alike.
Click below for more details. 
203-878-0681
email Simon
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS
2024 Summer Youth Employment Program

West Haven businesses, you can help young people learn to work. The West Haven Summer Youth Employment Program is now accepting applications for businesses to hire young workers at little to no cost for the business. These young people are highly motivated and capable let them make your business better while you give them the experience they need to get ahead in life. 
Vendor applications now being accepted!
50th Annual Milford Oyster Festival/Main Street USA
Downtown Milford
August 17, 2024

  It’s a great way for professional businesses to attract customers as thousands go by on the Milford Green!
 
Sign up now before spaces sell out! 
Please contact the Annual Milford Oyster Festival Committee 203-305-7813.
 

A COMPLICATED WOMAN
MAY 10 - JUNE 2, 2024
THE TERRIS THEATRE
33 North Main Street, Chester, CT
John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Join us for the intriguing story of a theatre legend who had to navigate the joy, pain and pitfalls of leading a double life.

Book by Ianne Fields Stewart
Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Brielle
Additional Lyrics by Sam Salmond
Music Direction by Debra Barsha
Directed & Choreographed by Jeff Calhoun
Free Lung cancer sceening information session
Opportunity to have a speaker at your organization or business at no cost to you to give an informative presentation on lung cancer prevention. Lung cancer screening is a 10min test that saves lives. The CT Cancer Partnership, a division of the CT Department of Health is offering speakers to give this life saving presentation and to answer questions from your audience. Reserve a speaker today

Juneteenth Fundraiser
Please help defray the costs associated with the Juneteenth Celebration on June 15, 2024 10am-3pm on the historic Milford Green. 

May 16th 5:30-8:30

Prom Reboot
A night To Remember

Two for one tickets while supplies last! 

Prom Reboot: Adults Only
Bridges Healthcare's Rock the Dock for Mental Health
Thursday, May 30, 2024
5:30-8:00pm
Lisman Landing
37 Helwig Street
Milford, CT
Support Bridges Healthcare mental health services and its most anticipated fundraising event and concert by becoming a sponsor!
Tickets- $50 per person which includes a complimentary drink ticket, light fare, and an exclusive performance by The Alpaca Gnomes.

Sponsorships
Support Bridges’ mental health services and its most anticipated fundraising event and concert by becoming a sponsor! 
Find out more contact Allison Csonka at 203-301-2307.
The Pirates Are Coming to Milford! Join us on Sunday, June 2, 2024, for the 22nd Annual Pirate's Day in Downtown Milford!
For 22 years, the DMBA has hosted this wildly popular family-friendly day of adventure, treasure, and, of course, pirates! Start the day with Pancakes with the Pirates, (tickets for 3 seatings on sale soon) then stay for the arrival of Captain Kidd and his crew arriving into the harbor on The Elixir around 12:30. Then head to the Milford green for music, food, shopping, kids activities and lots of family fun! Two highlights include Mystic Seaport's Free Men of the Sea at The Milford Historical Society, and, of course, a Treasure Hunt through participating DMBA member businesses.
Hope to see you there!


Announcing In-Home Angels Adult Day LLC!!!!
They have an amazing non medical home health agency and we are now opening our own adult day!!!
Please come out and join the celebration!!!! They are raffling off amazing giveaways with the purchase of a raffle ticket!
All Proceeds go to In-Home Angels Foundation INC. a non profit that helps us donate our time to people that may not be able to afford in home care services.
Enjoy a great night with wonderful food, great music, fun activities for the kids and get to know your community and other businesses!