CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES
Orange Ale House has been named the
Regional Chamber Business of the Week!

Orange Ale House, located at 517 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT. This local establishment is a must-visit for beer lovers, with a wide selection of craft beers on tap and in bottles. Not only that, but their menu is also sure to please, with delicious pub fare and daily specials. Don't just take our word for it, check out their website at orangealehouse.com or give them a call at 203-795-0707 to learn more. Don't miss out on the chance to support this great local business and enjoy some fantastic food and drink!
CHAMBER EVENTS
March St. Patricks Day Business After Hours

Join us for a traditional St. Patrick's Day Business After Hours at Orange Ale House! This exciting event is co-hosted by the Orange Chamber of Commerce, providing you with a unique opportunity to network with local professionals while enjoying delicious corned beef and cabbage and drinks. Come dressed in your best green attire and get ready to have some fun!

Wednesday, March 13th - 5- 7PM
"Yeah, it's St. Paddy's Day. Everyone's Irish tonight."
Norman Reedus, 'The Boondock Saints'
 11:00 - Noon Panel discussion with Q&A
Noon - Lunch is served
12:45 - Educational Workshop to hone in on specific details of retirement and investment plans that will be to your benefit.
2024 Lunch 'N Learn
Workshop Series

Business Retirement Plans
What plans work for you and your business? 
Our panel includes:
Matt Gallagher - Partner and Director of Business Development
TrinityPoint Wealth Management
Jay Borelli Financial Advisor
Edward Jones Financial. 

Tickets $15 Chamber Members Only

Hilton Garden Inn Grand Re-Opening &
Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, March 19th at
4 PM
291 Old Gate Lane
Milford, CT

National Women's History Month Women in Leadership Summit 2024
"Women Who Advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion."
Join us at Bin 100 for this year's History Month Luncheon, where we will be celebrating Women Who Advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Our esteemed panelists include:
Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz
Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas
Jennifer Paradis - Executive Director of Beth-El Center
Dr. Diane M. Ariza, Southern’s Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Moderator
Wanda Carlson of Carlson State Farm Insurance

It promises to be an insightful and empowering event as we recognize and honor the contributions of these remarkable women in advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
Friday, March 22, 2024 12:00 PM
Bin 100
100 Landsdale Ave
Milford CT
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
A WARM WELCOME TO OUR 18 NEW MEMBERS WHO JOINED IN FEBRUARY!
Adonai Optimal Health and Wellness
Bernier Building and Remodeling,Inc.
Bright Brothers
Caring Transitions of Milford
Dr. Yel'Ora, Lifestyle & Obesity
Coaching Program
Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home
James Walters Grooming
LBAC Travel
Luxe Theoree by AnnMay Aesthetics
Milford CT Marketing
New York Life
Oasis Senior Advisors
Plain & Fancy Boutique
Robeks Juice
Small American Kitchen
The Building Complex, LLC
TLC Beauty
Congratulations to Stevens Ford Lincoln



The Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to congratulate Stevens Ford Lincoln on its 69 years of membership and recognition as a Legacy Member.
We look forward to working with them for many more years to come. Congratulations to Stevens Ford Lincoln on this well-deserved recognition!
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS
DMBA Small Business Seminar Series

Won't you join the Downtown Milford Business Association's "Small Business Seminar Series"? Sessions will take place Tuesdays in March at 9:00am in the Milford Public Library (57 New Haven Ave.). In collaboration with the Milford Chamber of Commerce, each morning's topic welcomes guest speakers that will offer valuable information to benefit local businesspeople.
March 5th - How can S.C.O.R.E benefit you or your business?
March 12th - Joining local organizations to foster community relationships.
March 19th- The importance of good marketing & connecting with your customers.
March 26th - Is your website doing its job?
 
Sessions are FREE to the public and we hope you will attend one or all of them! downtownmilfordct.com

A Taste of Greece!

Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church will present "A Taste of Greece" on Saturday and Sunday, Mar 9 and 10, at 480 Racebrook Rd, Orange, CT.

The menu will feature a selection of authentic Greek favorites, including gyro, souvlaki, spanakopita, pastitsio, Greek salad, pastries, and more.
Free parking, free admission. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Hours:
Saturday: 12 to 6 pm
Sunday: 12 to 5 pm 

Kinship Glassworks
Upcoming Events!

ST. PATRICK'S FRIDAY with FRIENDS
Friday March 15th, 6-9pm.
If you're interested in a unique experience paired with great food, a couple of drinks and good company...
Come feel the heat, turn the pipe and help create a lasting memory!
Join us and Bar 3 Thirty Three to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

While you're here you will enjoy light fare from our friends at Bar 3 Thirty-Three with beer and wine. (This is a 21 and over event.) During your glass-blowing session you'll pick your project and colors, design the decoration then assist our instructors step-by-step through the creation of your one of a kind keepsake.
Price is $130 per person and includes your Glass Experience, light fare and two drink tickets. (This is a 21 and over event.)
Please call 475-549-8559 to make a reservation.

OPEN HOUSE & GLASS EXPERIENCE DAY
Saturday March 16th, 9am-5pm.
Come on in, warm up and check out the studio! There is no admission to come hang out!

We'll be taking reservations for Glass Experiences, ($80 per person)!

Call the studio, 475-549-8559 for more information or to schedule a session!

While you’re here watch live glassblowing and browse the gallery for quality handblown items.
Look forward to seeing you!

The Office of Military & Veteran Affairs at the University of New Haven cordially invites you to attend our 8th Annual Salute to Service Awards Ceremony

This event is open to students, staff, faculty, and families as we celebrate the accomplishments of our student veterans and thank those who go above and beyond to support these student veterans. This year's ceremony will honor and present four deserving individuals with an award for Outstanding Dedication and Commitment to the Student Veteran and Military Community at the University of New Haven as well as celebrate the accomplishments of our student veterans. In addition to our Salute to Service Awards we will also be inducting students into the SALUTE National Honor Society and we are honored to welcome Commissioner Ronald P. Welch as our guest speaker this year.

Thursday March 28th at 5:30
The Woodwinds
29 School Ground Road Branford, CT
Milford PD vs. West Haven PD
Post Road Cup

Milford PD vs. West Haven PD Hockey Game
Come witness a thrilling showdown between the Milford Police Department and the West Haven Police Department on the ice!
Join us at the Edward L. Bennett Rink on Circle Street in West Haven, CT, USA for a night of intense competition and friendly rivalry.
Cheer on your local law enforcement teams as they face off in a battle for hockey supremacy. Don't miss out on this exciting event - mark your calendars now!

Tickets are $10. Children under 10 are free.
Buy tickets from your favorite player or at the door.
Tickets also available for purchase online with service fees.

Proceeds will go to local charities.

Edward L. Bennett Rink
1 Circle Street, West Haven, CT


Leprechaun Leap for Literacy!

Take the Leap at Walnut Beach! Join the brave, warm-hearted souls who will Leap for Literacy! Leapers from around the area are invited to run, jump or dive into the icy waters at Walnut Beach to help raise money to support Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut.

Registration Fee: $20 for adults and $10 for students, includes a T-shirt for each Leaper. Walk-ins are welcome, but we can't guarantee a T-shirt.
Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Downtown Milford Easter Eggstravaganza
Join the Downtown Milford Business Association for their annual Easter Eggstravaganza!
This fun-filled family event has a new feature this year, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, a special ticketed event. Enjoy story-time, face-painting, vendors, music, children’s activities on the green and an Easter Egg Hunt through participating downtown shops: La Unique Boutique, Milford Photo, Milford Pharmacy, Scratch Bakery, Arciuolo’s, Keller Williams Realty, Lovet Shop, Frosty Twist, Sunshine Ceramic Studio and School of Rock!
Does your little one want to have breakfast with the Easter Bunny?
Then join us for our Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! The breakfast is a ticketed event ($25 per person) and you’ll enjoy Lasse’s catered pancake breakfast with sausage & beverages in the Taylor Memorial Library AND the Easter Bunny will have a special treat for your little one at the end of the breakfast. Seating is 8:30 am, 9:30 am & 10:30 am and tickets can be purchased on our website downtownmilfordct.com under event tickets. We hope you’ll join us this year, it’s sure to be eggcellent!


32nd Auction!
Rotary Club of West Haven

The Rotary Club Foundation, Inc. 501(c)3 and The Rotary Club of West Haven are bringing back the Annual Benefit Auction which will be held on Saturday, April 27th at Cielo Ballroom. This is our Club’s major fundraiser and we count on our Rotarians, friends and members of the greater West Haven community to participate in this fun and festive event that supports programs like: Dictionaries for every third grader in West Haven, High School Students of the Month, Blind Veterans Luncheon, UN Day, Career Shadowing Day, Rotary Youth Leadership Conference, Amber Alert Project, ‘Operation Warm’ coat donations to WH grammar schools, Scholar-Athlete Awards, West Haven Adult Ed Scholarship, Rotaract (UNH) and Interact (Notre Dame & West Haven ) High School and Bailey Middle School Clubs.
Healing Through Music
A fundraiser for Epilepsy and SUDEP Awareness honoring Heather Lindsey's Memory

Event net proceeds will be divided between Heather's daughter Olivia's educational fund and the Epilepsy Foundation of CT Inc.
For questions regarding the event email:
Mark or Betsy
Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated!