The Travelers Championship today announced that Brooks Koepka, whose eight PGA TOUR wins include four major titles, has committed to play in the 2021 tournament. Koepka, who will be making his fifth appearance at TPC River Highlands, won back-to-back U.S. Opens in 2017 and 2018, and consecutive PGA Championships in 2018 and 2019.
“Brooks has put together a remarkable list of accomplishments, with many of them coming in golf’s biggest events,” said Travelers Championship Tournament Director Nathan Grube. Company recognized nationally for leadership in delivery of energy efficiency programs
Eversource is proud to announce that it has received the 2021 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). It was recognized for its continued leadership in energy efficiency and commitment to the ENERGY STAR program in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. This is the sixth year won in Connecticut, second year
Chelsea Groton Bank has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. Earning and maintaining this 5-Star rating is proof that Chelsea Groton Bank excels in such areas as capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. This is the 108th consecutive quarter that Chelsea Groton Bank has earned this top rating, which makes it a “Best of Bauer Bank”. This distinction is reserved solely Cinco de Mayo Outsoor Fiesta
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RSVP by April 28 to 860-861-9704see the flyer Dime Bank recently hosted its 152nd Annual Meeting virtually from its corporate office at 290 Salem Turnpike in Norwich. In his annual State of the Bank presentation to Dime’s corporators, President and CEO Nick Caplanson highlighted a number of topics from the past year, including Dime’s business adaptations during the pandemic, the extension of the bank’s retail footprint into Greater Hartford and another year of strong financial performance.
“The past year was certainly unlike any other but we were Mitchell College is delighted to announce Dr. Christopher Parker, president and chief executive officer of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), as commencement speaker for its 77th Commencement exercises. He will be addressing the Class of 2021 as part of Mitchell’s virtual commencement ceremony, on Saturday, May 8, at 6 p.m. on the college website.
As a complement to the virtual ceremony, graduates have been invited to don their regalia and receive their diplomas, in person, from Sunday hours are extended to 10am to 4pm
In order to safeguard our visitors and staff who may not yet have had the opportunity to complete the process and reach maximum effectiveness from their COVID-19 vaccination, the Museum will maintain a reduced capacity.
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Our 2019 season had built momentum. Although 2020 severely hampered that momentum, the good news is that we still saw more than 4,000 water
The Stonington Community Center (COMO) is searching for this year’s rad dad! Rad dads are great role models, involved in the community, and want to be advocates for the Stonington Community Center. Do you think you have what it takes? Or do you know a rad dad who fits this bill? The COMO would like to hear your nominations! This fundraiser is open to any and all rad dads in the community.
The Rad Dad 2021 fundraiser is a fun and friendly competition, where dads partner with local business sponsors Harbor Village is pleased to announce that we have obtained in network provider status with the following UHC products:
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The Continuum of Care is what makes our community stand apart from conventional Skilled Nursing Center Programs. Partnering with our Vascular Experts, Foot & Ankle Specialist and the L&M Wound & Hyperbaric Center to provide a smooth transition through our program here at Harbor Village, to established care For the second year in a row, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by Barron’s on its list of America’s Most Sustainable Companies. Ranking as the #1 energy utility on the list and 42nd overall, the recognition from Barron’s represents Eversource’s unyielding commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship.
“At Eversource, we’re working toward a better, more sustainable future for our customers, communities, employees and the environment,” said Eversource Chairman, Join the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter in conversation with workplace leaders as we examine the unique challenges faced by working family caregivers, and how employers are responding during these difficult times.
You will have the opportunity to have an intimate and interactive discussion with other attendees on how our mission intersects with yours and how together we can engage employees and customers in a way that impacts employee wellness and improves your bottom line. Think virtual speed The pets have gone virtual, and they need your support!
Save the day with an auction donation for CHS’s Springtime Unleashed scheduled for May 13-15. Marketed to over 30,000 constituents statewide, your kind donation will raise funds for pets and the families who love them.
Springtime Unleashed is a virtual event beginning with a special program on the evening of Thursday, May 13, followed by a silent auction fundraiser May 13-15. The auction will focus on family activities, as we celebrate fresh air, A 2003 Norwich Free Academy Alumni, Lashawn is not only a proud mother of three but a community leader. She is a licensed foster parent through Waterford Country School and works at the Oak Hill Connecticut Institute for The Blind. LaShawn’s passion for community service began when she served as a youth leader at Tabernacle of Deliverance and Praise. When she was a youth leader, her dance company, Unique Praise Anointed Worship, was also birthed. Cunningham is the founder and director of Blooming into The Norwich Spa & Salon at Graduate Providence, the next chapter in Defining Health & Wellness!
For over 35 years, The Spa at Norwich Inn has built a brand known throughout the East Coast for immersive Spa experiences, expansive beauty and wellness services and innovative signature product lines. A pampering spa where treatments both stimulate and relax. We’ve added a third location to complement our Destination Spa in Norwich and our Resort Spa at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Check out our chic, new downtown We are pleased to announce that the 17th annual Open House Day will continue as planned on June 12! This year, due to the continued uncertainty of the pandemic, each property may choose to promote visits to their property virtually, in-person, or both.
About the event:
Connecticut Open House Day is designed to inspire Connecticut residents to learn about the amazing experiences in their own backyard so that they may spread the word to future visitors and guests. Art galleries, museums, theaters, historic Two Three Rivers Community College students, Jean Charles and Weili Li, were chosen to join the prestigious Phi Theta Kappa All-Connecticut Academic Team. They will be recognized at a virtual ceremony on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 3 pm.
Jean Charles, from New London, is majoring in Electrical Engineering. Weili Li, from Norwich, is majoring in Liberal Arts & Sciences. Both students plan to transfer to a four-year university upon graduation from Three Rivers, and both are members of Alpha Mu Gamma, the Three On Friday, April 16th 2021, Hygienic Art will host two opening receptions for “The Art of Susan Hurley” & “Collective Environments” “The Art of Susan Hurley”
For more information, please visit hygienic.org or call 860-443-8001.
What: Opening Receptions for “The Art of Susan Hurley” and “Collective Environments” Exhibits
Where: 79 Bank Street, New London, CT, 06320
When: Friday, April 16 2021 7-10pm
Cost: free
Ages: All ages
Governor Ned Lamont and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Commissioner Katie Dykes today announced that Connecticut’s State Parks system and boat launches are planning to return to providing full services to visitors during the 2021 season, with some state campgrounds opening to campers with reservations today.
DEEP’s operation plan for this season was developed consistent with current guidance for the prevention of SARS-CoV-2 transmission (the virus that causes COVID-19) and based
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has donated $32,000 in additional emergency food assistance to eastern Connecticut’s food pantries and food centers to increase food supplies to those in need during the continuing COVID-19 health crisis.
Since this past April, Charter Oak has donated a total of $139,000 in emergency grants for much-needed food supplies to food centers and food pantries that serve New London and Windham counties.
“The effects of COVID-19 are still impacting our region, especially for
Youth Earth Day Art Workshops on YouTube
Thursday, April 22
In honor of Earth Day, we are pleased to present this assortment of free, fun, and simple how-to videos, featuring nature-based activities with the theme “building homes in nature.” Learn how to make a bug hotel, a bird feeder, fairy houses, and more!Videos will be released on our YouTube channel on Thursday, April 22.
With special thanks to the Stonington High School and Gordon School students who created these wonderful videos.
Join us in congratulating our two new Associate Principals, Geoff Sandberg and Katherine MacDougall!
Kate, a former e2 Senior Engineer, has consistently strived to reach new levels of quality, making her a valuable asset to the team. Geoff started with e2 as an intern many years ago and has since achieved a great level of mastery and success in his career.
Both promotions are so well-deserved and we couldn't be happier for our fellow team members!
Many have spent a lot of time at home over the last year, and likely had an opportunity to go through old bank statements, bills, tax documents and other sensitive records. If you haven’t yet been able to securely shred this paperwork, Chelsea Groton Bank is providing FREE secure document shredding services this spring, to protect confidential information and avoid identity theft.
“The number of people who are victimized because sensitive data is stolen continues to rise,” said Lori Dufficy, EVP, Chief Help is here with $16.2 billion for venues, theatres, and more
The U.S. Small Business Administration will officially open the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal tomorrow, April 8, 2021 at 12 p.m. EDT for operators of live venues, live performing arts organizations, museums and movie theatres, as well as live venue promoters, theatrical producers and talent representatives to apply for critical economic relief, as those eligible entities are some of the first that had to shutter Groton Utilities believes in “Efficiency through Electrification” and wants to help electrify your life!
With that in mind, Groton Utilities is happy to announce our springtime rebate promotion – dramatically increasing our available rebates for Electric Vehicles, HVAC Mini-Splits and Hybrid Heat Pump Hot Water Heaters.
A number of electric products are much more energy efficient and climate friendly than their traditional counterparts and Groton Utilities’ goal is to help ease the financial burden of May is Mental Health Month and Reliance Health is looking to spread happiness while promoting mental health awareness. Send a picture of what makes you happy, along with a one-sentence description to nreynolds@relianchealthinc.org by April 30th to be entered to win a gift card to La Stella Pizzeria. Pictures will be posted on Reliance Health's windows at 40 Broadway in Norwich and shared on their social media and website throughout the month of May.
Hope springs eternal. Just three simple words, yet ones that Betty Smith, Always Home’s Executive Director, has reflected on a lot this past year. “We’ve all endured a long journey through this pandemic, but I’ve been buoyed by the support, optimism and courage so many of you have shared. Always Home and the families we serve are better because of you,” she remarked.
Mother’s Day is May 9th. This year Always Home is especially mindful of single mothers who suffered unprecedented hardships because of Health benefits matter more than ever to employees throughout New England. From mental health options to at-home care, Harvard Pilgrim discusses the six rising trends for 2021.Read the article to learn more. Help Make a Difference in your Community
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Thames Valley Council for Community Action is looking for senior volunteers to help meet the needs of seniors, children, and veterans in eastern CT.See the Flyer
Music Matters YouTube: Brahms 3rd Violin Sonata
featuring Yury Martynov
Saturday, April 17 at 5pm
Recorded in session at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link to the concert will be shared with ticket holders approximately 2 hours prior to the start of the event, and again 15 minutes before the start of the event. Please note, ticket sales end approximately 1/2 hour prior to air time.
Northeastern US début recital, recorded October 2018
Troisième Année de Pèlerinage
The Southeastern CT Women’s Network is sponsoring a virtual panel discussion on the topic of “Equity in Education” as part of the Unconscious Bias – Unveiling Racism” series - a free Zoom event on Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. The panel will be moderated by Elijah Manning, Activist andCEO, Inclusive Education, LLC – a company that does anti-racism/racism awareness workshops in schools.
To join the panel discussion please pre-register at the Zoom Local small business owners need your help now more than ever!
SCORE Connecticut depends on volunteers to fulfill SCORE’s mission. SCORE is looking for volunteers with backgrounds and experiences as diverse as the small business owners they serve.
Ready to expand your network, and help make others dreams come true? Get started by submitting a SCORE volunteer application. Over the past 55 years, SCORE’s Connecticut network of business experts has helped guide entrepreneurs. Every day, volunteers help CT's The Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance for employers claiming the Employee Retention Credit under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) modified by the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020 (Relief Act).
Notice 2021-23 explains the changes to the Employee Retention Credit for the first two calendar quarters of 2021, including:
the increase in the maximum credit amount,the expansion of the category of employers that may be eligible to claim Mitchell College continues its 2021 Alumni & Friends Webinar Series with A Brand Called YOU – with Leadership and Executive Coach Marisa Ciesluk, MWC Coaching, on Thursday, April 15, from 7 to 8:15 p.m. For information or to register, go to https://mitchell.edu/alumni-and-friends-webinar-series/. Limited space to the free virtual event, open to the public, is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
During the workshop, Ciesluk will share how people at all stages of life can skillfully define and ¡Atención, propietarios de pequeñas empresas! El Programa de Protección de Pago (PPP) se ha extendido hasta el 31 de mayo. Aproveche este tiempo adicional para solicitar este préstamo perdonable.
Únase a SBA el jueves 8 de abril a las 6:00 pm ET para un seminario web en español sobre los cambios recientes en Programa Proteccion de Pago.
Los oradores de la SBA describirán:¿Cómo solicitar un préstamo perdonable PPP y qué es un PPP de primer y segundo sorteo?Nuevo cálculo de préstamos para propietarios
Did you miss the national Shuttered Venue Operators Grant informational webinar on March 30 highlighting the application process for potential eligible entities? The webinar was recorded and you can view it here.
For more information about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, visit www.sba.gov/svogrant.
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has received the final report from the independent consulting group that was selected to provide his administration and the members of the Connecticut General Assembly with an extensive analysis of opportunities to improve efficiency within state government and maintain continuity of critical services in light of an anticipated wave of retirements among state employees by July 2022.
The Cliff Retirements Adding Efficiency, Accountability, and Technology to
This Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council virtual meeting takes place on Wednesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. via Zoom
Waterford, CT (April 5, 2021) – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that Eileen Hunt Botting is to speak on the politics of epidemics through the lens of literature and history at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, via Zoom. The virtual presentation is free for members; $20 for non-members. Registration is required.
Eileen Hunt Botting will The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) and the PGA TOUR today announced that they have reached an agreement to extend Travelers’ title sponsorship of the Travelers Championship through 2030. The company has been a partner of the tournament since its inception in 1952 and has served as title sponsor since 2007. This agreement will make Travelers the longest-running title sponsor in the event’s history.
As part of the sponsorship extension, Travelers will remain the Official Property Casualty Insurance Multiple Grammy Award-winner and MacArthur Fellow Chris Thile returns to perform live at Jorgensen Center in Storrs, CT – to a virtual audience - on Jorgensen Digital Stage. The livestream production will feature a post-performance Q&A moderated by Chion Wolf, host of Audacious on CT Public.
Thile is a mandolin virtuoso, composer and vocalist, as well as a founding member of both Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek. His broad outlook, which encompasses classical, rock, jazz, and bluegrass, allows him to create On behalf of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, we would like to personally invite you to participate in our 13th Annual Education Golf Tournament. . This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at our world-class Lake of Isles golf course. Registration and breakfast begin at 9:00am, followed by a shotgun start at 10:30am. For your convenience, the Lake of Isles practice range will be available at 8:00am, before the shotgun start. We are monitoring the current situation and will make Helmed by the Chicago Tribune's Chris Jones, NCI is a one-week virtual boot camp for early and mid-career arts writers to strengthen their skills. Apply by April 29. Full scholarships are available. There is no fee to apply or to attend the program. The 2021 National Critics Institute will take place online via Zoom sessions July 5-10, 2021.
One of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's oldest programs, NCI is an intensive professional workshop designed for arts writers and critics (in fields such as
5/28/21 – 5/31/21 “Make Memorial Day Memorable" Virtual Walk Fund-Raiser
On Memorial Day, take a walk to honor Mystic's Work Vessels for Vets mission to help injured veterans who need equipment to start a business after military service. Sponsor a team or walk as an individual anytime during Memorial Day Weekend. Set your own course and unite with supporters from across the country in a Virtual Walk to “Make Memorial Day Memorable.”
To register: email News@wvfv.org More info at Thursday, April 1 we "open" for the season!
Chadwick Studio is open for visitorsThe Rafal Landscape Center becomes the Admissions Area, please check in thereSunday hours are extended to 10am to 4pm
In order to continue to safeguard our visitors and staff, the Museum will maintain a reduced capacity.
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The University of Rhode Island College of Business is looking for Mock Interview Volunteers for the Week of April 12th-16th.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out a quick survey by April 5th so we can match you with a student(s). We are looking to get responses by April 5th at the latest.
Mock Interview Survey April 6 at 7pm Presented in partnership with Macmillan
Join Erin French, owner of the world-renowned restaurant The Lost Kitchen, to discuss her new memoir, Finding Freedom: A Cook’s Story; Remaking a Life from Scratch, along with Ina Garten and chef and food writer Lidey Heuck. The trio will discuss Erin's incredible story of determination and grit: how Erin battled with addiction in a toxic marriage and slowly rebuilt her personal and culinary life around the solace she found in food―as a source of The Internal Revenue Service issued Announcement 2021-7 today clarifying that the purchase of personal protective equipment, such as masks, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes, for the primary purpose of preventing the spread of coronavirus are deductible medical expenses.
The amounts paid for personal protective equipment are also eligible to be paid or reimbursed under health flexible spending arrangements (health FSAs), Archer medical savings accounts (Archer MSAs), health reimbursement arrangements Chelsea Groton Bank kicks off their 8-week “CU Grow: Online Small Business Bootcamp” on April 1, 2021. The FREE small business series, designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, is offered through the Bank’s financial education program, Chelsea University, in partnership with the Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) and the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC). Participants will walk away with a wealth of knowledge and a strong foundation for starting or growing a The Norwich Arts Center has been selected by the Norwich Public Schools to present a virtual afterschool enrichment experience as part of NPS’s Extended Learning program. LaShawn Cunningham, Founder and Director of the Norwich nonprofit Blooming into Greatness and a member of the NAC Board, will direct and teach the program: “Dancing Our Heritage.”
Dancing Our Heritage, which begins online on April 5, is open to students in grades 2-5 from all the city’s elementary schools. Interested students and
Yale New Haven Health has launched Media Briefs, an editorial webpage providing journalists with healthcare news and insights through patient stories and interviews with leading medical experts.
Media Briefs delivers expert-reviewed articles and connects members of the media with background information, data and sources in every area of medicine the health system offers.
Recent topics that tap into timely health issues include:
• COVID-19 variants
• The impact of the pandemic (and the vaccine) on Connecticut Small Business Development Center is excited to announce that we have updated our website and moved to www.ctsbdc.uconn.edu. We are excited to provide an easy-to-navigate website which features useful resources for small business owners.
In order to best serve the needs of Connecticut's small businesses, CTSBDC is committed to ensuring this new site is user-friendly and informative. We will be constantly adding new business tips, live events, and important updates to COVID-19 guidelines. Designed by Miranda Creative, the new website (www.ectsymphony.com) updates functionality to be responsive to multiple devices and incorporates the new logo also designed by Miranda Creative. ECSO’s Board has been working behind the scenes during the pandemic to update the ECSO brand.
“Our new logo with the four bar design is fully inclusive of all of our partners that make up the ECSO: The Friends of the Symphony, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus, the Youth Orchestra and String Ensemble, and of Three local residents joined the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center’s Board of Trustees on March 10.
Trad Dart, Eileen C Duggan and Stacy Eder Smith join the board, which oversees the operation of the nature center. Their collective backgrounds bring diverse career experience and valuable knowledge to our mission of connecting people nature.
Trad Dart, a lifelong resident of Mystic, has been in the food and hospitality industry for more than 40 years having graduated from the Culinary Institute of
On the 10th anniversary of its Internet Essentials program, Comcast today announced it would invest $1 billion over the next 10 years to help further close the digital divide and give even more low-income Americans the tools and resources they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world. The announcement coincides with the release of a 10-year Progress Report showing that, since 2011, the company, working in collaboration with its network of thousands of nonprofit partners, has connected a cumulative Munger Construction Honored in Varco Pruden Hall of Fame CompetitionTwo Category Awards: Building Retrofit and Warehousing
March 18, 2021 – Branford, CT; – Pat Munger Construction Company, Inchas been named to Varco Pruden’s 2021Hall of Fame for its American Polyfilm project, rated Best in the Warehousing Category, and for The Lee CompanyBuilding 2 project, rated Winner in theRetrofit Category.
The highly competitive Hall of Fame Awards are presented annually to the independent authorized VP Builders Article from Defense Visual Information Distribution Service
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Two Sailors assigned to Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) onboard Naval Submarine Base (SUBASE) New London were recognized as Service Persons of the Month (SPOM) for their contributions to both their command and the local community, March 17.
The recognition ceremony, held virtually, by members of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Right now, we all need a reason to smile.
Everyone reading this note is likely aware of the "second pandemic" — the mental health crisis that has shadowed the pandemic health crisis. While our ability to return to a life that we once knew is on the horizon, the toll of the past year is being felt in classrooms, workspaces, and kitchens. No aspect of our society is immune to the stress and anxiety of witnessing the impact of the COVID virus to change, damage, or take lives.
As one of the leading
The U.S. Small Business Administration is launching a splash page for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal today in anticipation of opening applications for the much-anticipated critical economic relief program on Thursday, April 8, 2021.
“Help is here for venue operators hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The SBA has worked diligently to build the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program from the ground up to assist and address the diverse eligibility requirements of each type of
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, until 2022.All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date of the note.All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2021, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 18-months from the Isabella Casillas Guzman has been confirmed as the 27th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. On March 16, the U.S. Senate confirmed President Joe Biden’s nominee with broad bipartisan support, 81-17 votes as Administrator of the SBA. Guzman will represent the more than 30 million U.S. small businesses and lead an agency committed to helping small business owners and entrepreneurs start, grow and be resilient.
“SBA must continue to be a lifeline for small businesses in the months ahead,
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal guidance in the coming days.
“This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax
Governor Ned Lamont, Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Chairman Rodney Butler, and Mohegan Tribe Chairman James Gessner Jr. today announced that an agreement has been reached between the Lamont administration and both tribes that will allow the State of Connecticut to modernize gaming options available to state residents, including allowing for sports wagering and online gaming.
The agreement will generate tens of millions of dollars in new revenue for the state, while keeping Connecticut competitive with gaming
B. Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, was one of six bankers across the nation to be recently elected to a three-year term on the American Bankers Association (ABA) Board of Directors. He has been appointed to the ABA’s Mutual Institutions Council Administrative Committee for a one-year term, and after serving two years on the ABA Communications Council, was named vice-chair. He also serves as Connecticut’s representative to the Community Bankers Council.
The ABA’s Board of People’s United Community Foundation has awarded $4,000 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut to assist with its portion of the Communication and Connectedness Crisis Project for People with Disabilities.
“This is an innovative statewide program seeking to prevent isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic,” explains Laurie Herring, Chief Operations Officer at The Arc Eastern Connecticut. “With the funds we receive we can give people with IDD
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation strives to support local community-based organizations tackling the state’s most significant challenges and help meet the needs our underserved populations. Grants are considered on a quarterly basis focusing on the following priority areas:EducationEconomic SecurityCapacity Building
To help organizations mitigate the impact of the COVID19 Pandemic, the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation will accept requests for direct assistance to provide support to Chelsea Groton pivoted to turn their annual Money Madness one-day seminar for hundreds of area high school students into a week-long virtual experience. Five area schools participated: Fitch High School, Griswold High School, Ledyard High School, Montville High School, and Norwich Free Academy.
For 15 years, Chelsea Groton's Community Education Office has hosted Money Madness, a day for local students to come together to hear inspiring stories from area business owners, government leaders, community “Survival Systems USA is proud to be recognized by the Department of Labor as one of eight employers here in Connecticut, for the Gold Medallion Award for our commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.”
– Maria C. Hanna
CEO, Survival Systems USA, Inc.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is the only federal-level award that recognizes employers for their efforts to recruit, employ, and retain our nation’s veterans. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American
The Westerly Hospital Auxiliary is now accepting scholarship applications from area high school students who plan to pursue a career in the field of health care.
Applications will be accepted from students who reside in Westerly, Charlestown, Hopkinton or Richmond, RI, and Stonington and North Stonington, CT through April 22, 2021, and will be awarded to candidates based on academic achievement, financial need, career goals and school and community involvement.
To download the application visit The Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship provides funding to individuals to pursue professional development opportunities in field of arts administration. Arts administration is the field that concerns the business operations of an arts organization, including but not limited to staff management, public relations, marketing, budget/fiscal management, board development, fund-raising, program development and evaluation.
The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is committed to expanding As guests are beginning to return to restaurants, we want to make sure you have the resources available to reopen safely. Check out these resources from CRA's Allied Members offering special member discounts*:
Hocon Gas: Portable gas heaters & propane cylinder deliveryA Safer Surface: Covid-19 killing air and surface disinfection servicesWingsite Displays: Plexiglass barriersDineSafe: Managing daily safety complianceHospitality Job Board: Job posting platform
*You must be a current CRA member to receive
Waterford native Emily Casey was recently named partner at the New London-based Law Firm of Tobin, Carberry, O’Malley, Riley, and Selinger.
Emily joined the firm in 2013 where she’s worked primarily in the healthcare law section of the firm. Since the implementation of the Official Connecticut Fee Schedule for Hospitals and Ambulatory Surgical Centers in 2015, Emily has represented hospital clients at numerous hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Commission relating to the issue of the correct
The Willimantic Public Library and the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut are pleased to announce the creation of the Mary Lou DeVivo Fund for Windham Literacy, a permanent endowment held at the Community Foundation.
Annual distributions from the fund will go to Willimantic Public Library’s Windham Reads initiatives aimed at getting children and their families to experience the joy and power of reading. Library Director Daniel Paquette said, “The Mary Lou DeVivo Fund for Windham Literacy will Uniting for United was established in 2015 to collect much-needed food during the summer months. Many food pantries, like the United Way, struggle to provide food to the community outside of the holiday and winter months. That’s why this food drive is so crucial to the communities we serve. The purpose of this food drive is to unite organizations in similar industries for a cause that is close to us all: ending hunger.
Last year, COVID-19 changed our world and we had to pause the competition due to the EWIB is seeking responses to a survey about Summer Interns.
Background:
Interns, aged 14-24, will work for about 5 weeks in the summer, and we pay them for Worksites. We ask Worksites to provide a job experience that is learning-rich, where youth can find the link between work and training. We're inching closer to being able to have in-person internships, and can accommodate remote opportunities. I’m also required to note that this Program is pending funding, and the number of interns available will be
UCP of Eastern CT is holding its 20th Annual Ambassador Golf Tournament at Stonington Country Club on Monday, May 3, 2021. All proceeds will support UCP programs that advance the independence and full citizenship of individuals with disabilities.
The tournament, sponsored by Sumner & Sumner Insurance, is best ball format. Golfer registration is $175, which includes greens fees, cart, lunch and dinner. An Early Bird registration discount is offered through April 1. Lunch is provided prior to the 1:00 pm The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that Binalakshmi Nepram is to speak on the peace movement by Indigenous women in India at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, via Zoom. The virtual presentation is free for members; $20 for non-members. Registration is required.
Binalakshmi Nepram will discuss the story of the forgotten, former Asiatic nation state of Manipur located on the Indo-Burma border. She will trace the struggle of the Indigenous Women of the state, now The Town of Waterford approved The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s request of $1,800 at its Board of Finance budget meeting on March 3, 2021. The annual allocation helps support the Community Life & Advocacy (CL&A) program, which offers recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, job preparedness and civic engagement programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout eastern Connecticut. It’s the only program of its kind in the region, and receives no state or federal The Gales Ferry Our Lady’s Shrine Chapter #7054 of the Knights of Columbus awarded $600—the proceeds of its 2020 Tootsie Roll Drive—to The Arc Eastern Connecticut. Thanks to the support of the Knights of Columbus, The Arc’s Community Life & Advocacy (CL&A) component has been able to continue to provide a variety of programs during the pandemic, including virtual self-advocacy groups and health and fitness activities, including Special Olympics, to over 145 people with intellectual and developmental
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is accelerating Connecticut’s age-based rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine to proceed on a quicker schedule than was originally anticipated when it was announced last month. The revised schedule, which tentatively plans for the vaccine to expand to all adults over the age of 16 by April 5, comes as the state was informed by the Biden administration that it should anticipate receiving a significant increase in supplies of all three federally authorized vaccines over
Governor Ned Lamont, members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation, and Connecticut Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno today announced the launch of UniteCT, a new state program to provide rental and utility assistance to qualified Connecticut households financially impacted by COVID-19.
As further detailed in the program guidelines, UniteCT may provide up to $10,000 in rental assistance and up to $1,500 in electric utility arrearage payments to landlords and utility companies on behalf of Over the past year, Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) members across the state have been hit hard by the health, safety, and economic effects of the Coronavirus. Many meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, attractions, and related vendors laid off employees or closed their doors temporarily or permanently, and almost all have been forced to modify the way they work.
Despite financial and health challenges, numerous Connecticut businesses and organizations have taken actions to move forward in Creative Flow Workshop with Phil Weaver Stoesz
Wednesday, March 24 at 5pm
No artistic skill required! Come as you are, bring your favorite material for making, and join the flow. This virtual workshop will be a lightly facilitated, meditative session focused on making things with other people. All art forms are welcome - visual, writing, movement, sound - anything that relaxes, motivates or centers you. Come spend an hour getting creative in a virtual group setting!
Free and open to the public. Space is 7 session on topics ranging from degree programs, transferring, and affordability
Three Rivers Community College is holding its Virtual Information Series for prospective students and parents over seven Wednesday evenings in March and April. Each session will highlight a specific area of interest about Three Rivers and its flexible, affordable college education. Topics include, affordability, degree programs, inclusion and diversity, and more. One session allows prospective students to meet with current
Reid and Riege, P.C. is pleased to announce that Thomas R. Kasper has been named its new President.
The Stockholders of Reid and Riege have selected Thomas R. Kasper to succeed Jon P. Newton, who has been the firm’s President since 2016. Tom becomes the eighth president to lead the firm since it was founded in Harford in 1950. A Hartford-based firm with 34 attorneys, Reid and Riege also has offices in New Haven and West Hartford. Reid and Riege is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed legislation enacting a law in Connecticut that expands civil rights protections by prohibiting discrimination, including in the workplace and other public accommodations, based on hairstyles that are commonly associated with people of color, such as afros, afro puffs, Bantu knots, braids, cornrows, locs, twists, headwraps, and wigs.
Known as the CROWN Act, which stands for “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair,” the law takes effect New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) will launch its spring after school programs on Monday, March 15, 2021. Designed so that students can sign up for one class or decided to take them all, each day will focus on a different subject within the main theme! The main themes include marine art, green technologies, and animal alphabet. Students can join us as we explore, investigate, and try new activities each week!
Students will learn about microscopic diatoms and arrange them in breathtaking Over the past year, Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) members across the state have been hit hard by the health, safety, and economic effects of the Coronavirus. Many meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, attractions, and related vendors laid off employees or closed their doors temporarily or permanently, and almost all have been forced to modify the way they work.
Despite financial and health challenges, numerous Connecticut businesses and organizations have taken actions to move forward in
Celebrating 60 years of serving Eastern CT and 100 years as a national brand, Overhead Door Company of Norwich, Tolland, and Windham County are proud to celebrate both milestones by announcing the addition of our fourth location, Overhead Door Of Middlesex County. The same great family reputation, prices, and services our customers have come to expect over the last 60 years. Will now be available to the shoreline and Middlesex communities.
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TO: Joint Committee on Environment
RE: S.B. 884 An Act Reducing Transportation Related Carbon Emissions
Dear Committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut regarding S.B. 884 An Act Reducing Transportation-Related Carbon Emissions. The proposed legislation provides a strong concept to reduce one of the highest sources of emissions through a regional approach with neighboring states. Reducing carbon emissions is a priority we March 5, 2021
TO: Commerce Committee
RE: SB 430 An Act Concerning Regional Tourism District Boards of Directors
Dear Committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut in support of SB 430 An Act Concerning Regional Tourism District Boards of Directors. As a former member of the Board and current administrative partner to the Eastern Regional Tourism District, I fully support this legislation that will improve representation and increase the Did you know that only 28% of the STEM+ professionals are women?
Together we can empower young women to get excited about STEM+ careers.
Are you ready to STEP into STEM+?
International Women's Day is being celebrated on March 8, 2021. This day recognizes and applauds the contributions of so many courageous women from all nations and walks of life. We celebrate the advancement of women's rights with the acknowledgement there is still much progress to be made and work to be done.
S.T.E.P.S.' 2021
The 2021 Pfizer CT Community Grant application deadline is approaching! There is still time to apply if you have not already! Please submit your application no later than March 31, 2021. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any applications after this deadline.
As a reminder – we have a NEW grant application website:
www.cybergrants.com/pfizer_usrd/communitygiving
Invitation Code: Groton2021
Pfizer Colleague Email: Benjamin.Schreiner@pfizer.com
Priority will be given to programs that bring
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that in the coming days he plans to revise some requirements that were implemented in Connecticut in the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly when it comes to those relating to capacity levels and travel restrictions.
The governor stressed that while some of these restrictions are being eased, all of the protocols that relate to face coverings, social distancing, and cleaning measures are being maintained, and people and businesses are urged to continue Join experts from all over the country as they expand our horizons about selected works from The Hartford Steam Boiler Collection. This virtual series takes advantage of the new and exciting scholarship offered in the current exhibition Expanding Horizons and features ten lectures on topics ranging from the American watercolor movement and folk art to African American studies and ecocriticism. Register for individual presentations or the series. Program begins March 17.
A Mother Daughter The demand for volunteers is growing in Eastern Connecticut with more seniors and people with disabilities socially isolated due to COVID. There is a critical need to connect people with services focusing on socialization, food insecurity, and economic uncertainty.
Thames Valley Council for Community Action’s (TVCCA) Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, or RSVP, provides meaningful volunteer opportunities for individuals age 55+. The program is funded through AmeriCorps Seniors, previously known as the
Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to introduce Chelsea|LIVE Video Banking, a new digital personal experience that gives members the flexibility to bank when, where and how it’s most convenient. There are currently two ways to connect with a Video Banker – either at one of the Bank’s walk-up or drive-up Video Banking ATMs, or via a secure video call made through an app on a member’s phone or computer.
“We are focused on providing innovative tools and services to our members, ensuring that they have Since its launch, 32 companies from around the world have completed the accelerator program, and 75% have secured pilots or agreements with a division or business unit of Comcast NBCUniversal
Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, powered by Techstars, announced today it is now accepting applications for its next program and is seeking startups from around the world that are developing innovations surrounding Connected Living, Next Gen Entertainment, Future of Work, and Personalized Experiences.
Comcast was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in Connecticut in 2021. The company’s Western New England Region, which is headquartered in Berlin, CT, was ranked tenth in the “Large Companies” category. This is the sixth straight year and thirteenth time that Comcast has been recognized by the prestigious program created by the Hartford Business Journal and Best Companies Group.
“At Comcast, we are continually investing in our products, our communities, and most importantly, our people. We Norwich Arts Center's Cooperative Gallery is pleased to announce that Juner Zhai has joined as an Elected Artist Member
Zhai Yujuan (Juner) specializes in traditional Chinese watercolor painting, as well as being adept in modern formats and calligraphy. With private and corporate experience as a designer, Juner worked as a Trademark Designer for China Packaging Import and Export Co., Ltd. and Qinghai Trademark Firm. Several of her designs and trademarks have gone onto successful products in the marketplace March 8, 2021
TO: Committee on Insurance and Real Estate
RE: HB 6447 An Act Creating the Covered Connecticut Program to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare
Dear Committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut in regard to HB 6447 An Act Creating the Covered Connecticut Program to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare. Efforts to provide access to quality and affordable healthcare are important and ultimately benefit our residents and The Farmington-based health plan received three international awards for its ConnectiCare Center services
ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently received three awards – gold, silver, and bronze – at the 15th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service.
The ConnectiCare centers took home a gold award for Innovation in Customer Service – Other Service Industries, a silver award for Best Customer Satisfaction Survey, and a bronze award for Best Customer Engagement What: A Conversation with Diane Randall of the Friends Committee on National Legislation
When: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Virtual Zoom Meeting
Contact: Pam Mola, Communications Officer | pamela@cfect.org | 860.442.3572
New London – To honor International Women’s Day, the Community Foundation’s Women & Girls Funds Task Force on Public Policy is hosting a conversation with guest speaker Diane Randall, General Secretary of Zhai Yujuan (Juner) specializes in traditional Chinese watercolor painting, as well as being adept in modern formats and calligraphy. With private and corporate experience as a designer, Juner worked as a Trademark Designer for China Packaging Import and Export Co., Ltd. and Qinghai Trademark Firm. Several of her designs and trademarks have gone onto successful products in the marketplace and her designs have also appeared as book covers and in publications.
She served as an Art Teacher with the Tampa Groton, Connecticut (March 1, 2021) – Frank Morneau, former Commander of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) has joined ThayerMahan, Inc. as Special Advisor for unexploded ordnance (UXO) and munitions and explosives of concern (MEC). Frank is a leading authority on the management of UXO and MEC and will serve as a senior advisor to ThayerMahan’s Seabed Systems Group.
For more information on ThayerMahan’s Seabed Systems: https://www.thayermahan.com/sectors/subsea-infrastructure
Frank will be Now more than ever, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telemedicine has become a vital channel within our health care system. Whether you are already utilizing telemedicine or are not that familiar with it – Harvard Pilgrim shares many of the ways you can make telemedicine work for you. From checking symptoms to seeking emotional support. Learn more.
ConnectiCare employees at the Manchester Center, located at 1487 Pleasant Valley Rd. Manchester, CTConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently received three awards – gold, silver, and bronze – at the 15th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service.
The ConnectiCare centers took home a gold award for Innovation in Customer Service – Other Service Industries, a silver award for Best Customer Satisfaction Survey, and a bronze award for Best Customer Engagement Initiative. More CT Council on Problem Gambling to Conduct Statewide Awareness and Education Events During March WETHERSFIELD, CT (March 01, 2021) – Governor Ned Lamont has issued a proclamation declaring that March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month in the State of Connecticut. Problem and Disordered Gambling is a public health issue that affects thousands of Connecticut adults and impacts the lives of their loved ones. It is estimated that approximately 70,000 Connecticut adults meet the clinical criteria for gambling TO: Committee on Public Safety and Security
RE: HB 6451 An Act Concerning Gaming Agreements with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe and the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut
Dear Committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut regarding HB 6451 An Act Concerning Gaming Agreements with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe and the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut. The state should enact online gaming legislation and do so in a way that protects the TO: Committee on Higher Education and Employment Advancement
RE: HB 6407 An Act Concerning the Occupational and Professional Licenses of Military Members’ Spouses
Dear Committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut in support of HB 6407 An Act Concerning the Occupational and Professional Licenses of Military Members’ Spouses. Connecticut. Connecticut is home to thousands of military families, and regularly welcomes new families who deserve our
Jennifer Seuferling was recently promoted to Assistant Treasurer, Cash Management Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank. As a subject matter expert for Chelsea Groton’s suite of business accounts and Cash Management services, Jen will work with new and existing members to identify ways to optimize their banking operations. This includes reviewing current account structures to improve cash flow and enhance efficiency, enabling business owners to spend more time on their business and less time on banking.
In this Best Practices for Encouraging Investment in Opportunity Zones to Advance Community Priorities.About this Event
Join us to hear innovative strategies and best practices for aligning investments with community priorities and encouraging investment in your community's Opportunity Zones.
The Opportunity Zone program provides a tremendous opportunity to help under-served communities and offers a path for taxable investors to capture tax-advantaged returns.
Our goal is to inform economic development
Building on a month of strong Paycheck Protection Program results, the Biden-Harris Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration are taking steps that will further promote equitable relief for America’s mom-and-pop businesses. These simple progressive steps by the Biden-Harris Administration further demonstrate the commitment to racial and gender equity, reaching low and moderate-income, rural, urban, and other underserved areas. The SBA has established a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan
Are you looking to determine if your business is potentially eligible for a Targeted EIDL Advance? A new mapping tool is available to help you determine if your business is in a low-income community, which is a requirement to qualify for a Targeted EIDL Advance.
Check the tool to see if your business address meets the low-income community eligibility requirement before applying. As a reminder, the SBA is reaching out to potential applicants to determine eligibility, so no action is needed on your part
Read the letter to President Biden from CEO
The Missing Link to Return to Normal
In the fight against COVID-19, masks, social distancing, and vaccines are necessary -- but not sufficient. The missing link is a unique technology that purifies the air indoors.
This technology is what America needs to get back to work, school, travel, recreation, and everyday life.
And we make it, here in America. It is used by hospitals schools, restaurants, professional sports teams, gyms, state government buildings, Since last fall, Yale New Haven Health (YNHHS) has strictly limited in-person patient visitation at its hospitals for the safety and well-being of patients, staff and communities as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
For several weeks, the state and our health system have experienced a downward trend in hospital admissions, positivity rates and asymptomatic patients. Additionally, we now have a large majority of our health care workers fully vaccinated. With the positivity rate for COVID The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is excited to announce the opening of a new exhibition on Saturday, Feb. 27 by conceptual artist, sculptor and composer Aaron Taylor Kuffner. Encountering Resonance: Aaron Taylor Kuffner’s Gamelatron will be on view through May 23.
A Gamelatron is a sound-producing kinetic sculpture presented as site-specific installations and stand-alone art works. Based on the Indonesian music tradition known as gamelan, they are made from bronze and iron instruments that are retrofitted with Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2021-2022 Military Friendly® School designation. Each year, the prestigious list of Military Friendly® Schools is provided to service members, veterans and their families, helping them select the best college to receive the education and training needed to pursue a civilian career.
To earn the Military Friendly® School designation, Three Rivers met thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment,
The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will hold virtual public meetings on March 3 and 4, respectively, via Microsoft Teams.
"Our advisory committees are dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by the military and veteran small business community, especially as businesses work to recover and rebuild in the wake of the pandemic," said Larry Stubblefield, Associate ConnectiCare has always been dedicated to the health of the communities it serves. This past year, under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic, that mission was more important than ever.
ConnectiCare is contributing to 45 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state through its participation in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program.
We continue, as we have in the past, to make donations to organizations that directly support community health in a trying time as Mystic Seaport Museum is offering free admission to health care workers, first responders, and all other essential workers Saturdays in March.
The free admission is being given as part of the Museum’s Caring for Our Community program and is intended as a way to say “thank you” to those keeping the community safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Free admission will include a ticket for the essential worker. Guests accompanying the worker will receive the Museum’s discounted group rate.
Personnel in the
Building on a month of strong results, the Biden-Harris Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration are taking steps with the Paycheck Protection Program to further promote equitable relief for America’s mom-and-pop businesses.
The latest round of Paycheck Protection Program funding opened one month ago and already the Biden Administration has succeeded in making major improvements to the program’s implementation:For businesses with fewer than ten employees, the share of funding is up On Monday, February 22, President Biden announced the following changes to SBA's coronavirus relief programs to ensure equity:
Specifically, on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 9 am ET, SBA will establish a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees. This will give lenders and community partners more time to work with the smallest businesses to submit their applications, while also ensuring that larger PPP-eligible businesses will still have Since 2010, Credit Union Has Originated Nearly $1.4 Billion in Eastern CT Mortgages
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is the Number 1 residential mortgage lender in eastern Connecticut for the 11th consecutive year, originating over 900 mortgages in New London and Windham counties combined during 2020 with a total value exceeding $138 million.
Since 2010, when Charter Oak first became the top residential lender in eastern Connecticut, the credit union has originated almost 11,000 mortgages in
In a continued effort to meet public health needs relating to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Ned Lamont, the Mohegan Tribe, and Yale New Haven Health System today announced plans to open a large-scale community vaccination site at Mohegan Sun.
The clinic will open on Friday, February 19, 2021, and will be located at Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center. It will operate on an appointment-only basis, weather permitting, and is available for Connecticut residents.
On the first day of
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration is partnering with Health Equity Solutions on an outreach program to ensure the state makes contact with as many people as possible with information about the COVID-19 vaccine, particularly among communities that have historically been disproportionately impacted in access to health care.
The nonprofit organization, which is based in Hartford, advocates and promotes policies, programs, and practices that result in equitable health care access, ConnectiCare has always been dedicated to the health of the communities it serves. This past year, under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic, that mission was more important than ever.
ConnectiCare is contributing to 45 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state through its participation in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program.
We continue, as we have in the past, to make donations to organizations that directly support community health in a trying time as
We invite you to participate in La Grua Center’s Mail Art Project with the theme of “A New World.” Create your own postcard/mail art on a standard (4x6) or oversize (5x7) postcard with paint, crayon, marker, or collage--anything goes! Then mail it to La Grua Center, P.O. Box 342, Stonington, CT 06378. OR make it a group project by beginning your own postcard art, and then sending it to a friend, colleague, or family member to add their own artwork and mail to La Grua Center.
(Be sure to secure proper Governor Directs Department of Public Health and Vaccine Providers to Prioritize High-Risk Communities
In an effort to ensure that Connecticut continues taking the most equitable and efficient approach to quickly administering the COVID-19 vaccine to as many people as possible, Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the state will continue with an age-based approach to expanding eligibility to the vaccine, explaining that other previously considered scenarios proved overly complex and confusing, would TO: Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee
RE: HB 6468 An Act Concerning Incentives for Qualified Data Centers to Locate in the State
Dear committee members:
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut in support of HB 6468 An Act Concerning Incentives for Qualified Data Centers to Locate in the State. Connecticut is well positioned to attract investment from this growing industry that seeks a highly skilled workforce and benefits from proximity to the state’s The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) received its first "Silver" sponsorship for its Online Experiential Learning programs, in memory of Mr. Steve Stillerman. Spike Lobdell, NESS President & CEO, commented “our online experiential learning programs are a very important resource to advance student engagement and learning during this pandemic. We are grateful to have this support which helps NESS support more students during this tough time.”
Steve's friends Mark Bates and Roy Flikoff made New Exhibit: Fantastic Souls, Surreal World
Opening Friday, March 5 at 5pm
Fantastic Souls, Surreal World ~from Juan Balaguer, Juan Carlos Fernandez to Guido Garaycochea- Argentina, Honduras, and Peru.
Come explore the evocative artwork from artists of the Expressiones Cultural Center in New London. Art will be on display at La Grua Center during the months of March and April. Additionally, there will be a virtual gallery for those artists who are not able to travel to the US due to COVID The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to announced The Bridge Builders Initiative. This initiative seeks to strengthen equity work within the state-wide network of Designated Regional Service Organizations (DRSO) by placing Arts Community Impact Coordinators within the organization to serve as engagement leads with a focus on cultural vibrancy and social and artistic justice.
DRSOs serve as local field offices for COA and support Connecticut's economy by providing arts and cultural
The Thames River Heritage Park Foundation will offer two new lectures in its Stories from the Park Virtual Lecture Series at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 21st and Sunday, February 28th via Zoom.
On February 21st “Eugene O’Neill’s New London” will explore the Whaling City at the turn of the 20th Century and the influence it had on the four-time Pulitzer Prize-winner and America’s only playwright to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. This presentation will also discuss how the city’s influences are depicted in
In a recent virtual meeting, the Norwich Arts Center's Board of Directors held a vote to elect a new member. They are pleased to announce that James R. Marshall III of Norwich has joined the Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 term. Jim has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and is a licensed Professional Engineer. For the major part of his career with SNET and AT&T, he was a Fleet Engineer, designing vehicles to support installing and maintaining the communications network. He also taught Auto Mechanics
The Chelsea Groton Foundation is now accepting applications for the spring grant cycle through the Foundation’s online application portal until Friday, April 16, 2021. Local and regional charitable organizations in the program areas of Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services, Housing, and Youth Activities, should visit www.chelseagroton.com/CGFoundation to access the online application portal and more details on specific requirements.
The
How to Apply for PPP: Focus on Small Employers
February 11 @ 12pm
Since released in early 2020 under the CARES Act, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has undergone several changes.
Most recently, the Economic Aid Act of December 2020, renewed PPP funding allowing for first time and second time applications.
Our advisors will walk through how PPP specifically works for you, whether this is your first time applying or you are seeking additional funds. We will also explain how the allowable
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration reached a milestone in the success of the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which has provided U.S. small businesses, non-profits, and agricultural businesses a total of $200 billion in emergency funding.
“Following the enactment of COVID-19 emergency legislation, the SBA has now provided more than 3.7 million small businesses employing more than 20 million people with $200 billion through the unprecedented COVID-19 EIDL loan program,” The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) and the Travelers Championship today announced a joint commitment to match up to $1 million in donations to The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in the wake of a significant fire on Friday night that destroyed a number of buildings on the grounds of the camp in Ashford, Connecticut.
“For more than three decades, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp has brought hope and healing to children and families struggling with serious illnesses,” said Alan Schnitzer, Chairman and Chief
Thu, March 4, 2021 at 8:00 pm EST | Tickets: $20 per device
Multi-platinum-selling pianist, composer, vocalist and music influencer, Ben Folds, will perform via livestream from Australia on Jorgensen Digital Stage on Thursday, March 4 at 8pm EST. Following the performance, there will be a live Q&A.
Over the years, Folds has created a large body of work including pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records. His last record featuring a blend of pop songs Thursday, February 18, 2021
2:00 p.m. Eastern, 1:00 p.m. Central, 12:00 p.m. Mountain, 11:00 a.m. Pacific, 9:00 a.m. Hawaii
(60 minutes)
The webinar will:
Provide tips for choosing a tax preparerExplain the types of paid preparersDescribe how to use the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return PreparersDiscuss how to avoid “ghost” tax return preparersReview how to make a complaint about a tax return preparerExplain the third-party authorization processPlus, a live Q & AClick Here to Register The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut commits to the critical mission of health effort Our Humanity, increasing access to COVID-19 education and prevention measures among communities in Eastern Connecticut through partnerships with local entities.
URU The Right to Be, Inc announces it has been awarded $138,000 from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut to support the expansion of URU’s Our Humanity initiative. Our Humanity is a risk-communication and riskreduction education and
Comcast in partnership with TV One and NBC Connecticut host a virtual screening of part one of the two-part series, Music and the Movement followed by a panel discussion.
Tuesday, February 23 at 6PM
Speakers for this engagement include:
LaTanya Butler, VP, Marketing, Partnerships & Content Distribution, TV One & CLEO TV
Dennis Mathew, SVP, Comcast Western New England Region
Diane Hannes, President and GM, NBC & Telemundo Connecticut
Leslie Mayes, Reporter, NBC Connecticut
Jason Ryan, Executive The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to launch its 2021 Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) Program and is currently accepting Intents to Apply from organizations that would like to serve as an AWI Host Organization.
AWI is a paid apprenticeship program that gives Connecticut college students, emerging creatives, formerly incarcerated individuals and military veterans an opportunity to gain high-level professional work experience with not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations throughout This webinar will provide an overview of the benefits and features of the Foreign Trade Zone program, which has recently received federal approval to include sites in all of NL County. This is geared towards businesses, municipal leaders, economic development officials, and real estate professionals.
Feb 24, 2021 10:00 AM Spring Enrollment Fair
February 22, 23, 24, 25
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Training:
All training is at no cos to participant as long as they can prove low-income status, Must be resident of New London County.
Enrolling:
Enrolling for C.N.A, Culinary Arts, Business Office, Anger Management, Project Employment (job placement for formerly incarcerated individuals.)
Plan:
Plan to attend for 2 hours and please bring proof of income, picture ID, and social security card.Learn More Inagural New London Rotary Golf Tournament
To benefit the L+M Hospital's New Emergency Room Department Expansion
Registration 10:30am — 12pm
Shotgun/Box Lunch: Noon
Post-Golf: Dinner-Awards: ~5pm Live Auction / Drawings
Make all checks payable to New London Rotary Foundation and mail with registration to: New London Rotary Foundation P.O. Box 654, New London, CT. 06320
Or email form to: nlrotarygolf@gmail.comView the flyer and sponsorship opportunities. The Three Rivers College Foundation is pleased to announce the formal endowment of the Michael B. Brown Memorial Scholarship. His brother, Dr. Si Brown, who resides in Vancouver, Canada, has chosen to honor his memory with the creation of a $15,000 endowed scholarship.
While employed at Millstone Power Station, Brown championed the nuclear program at Three Rivers Community College, formerly known as Thames Valley Technical College, that challenged students with science and math courses in preparation
In partnership with the Town of Westerly, Yale New Haven Health’s Westerly Hospital will help support a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Westerly Senior Center. The clinic will be open to Westerly residents aged 75 and older and will start administering vaccines on Monday afternoons beginning, Feb. 15. All vaccines will be given by appointment only.
To schedule an appointment please register for Code Red on the town's website (https://westerlyri.gov/) if you have any questions please call Community groups, individuals, and businesses have come together to help those facing hunger to celebrate the Valentine’s season. The group of community members organized a cross-town food drive to help restock the shelves at the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center) with nonperishables. The Food Center provides food through local programs in New London County that form an emergency food system.The drive is at a critical time when the shelves at the Food Center’s warehouse become Groton, Connecticut (February 2, 2021) – ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, completed an underwater survey using its SeaScout system to capture high-quality hydrographic imagery of Connecticut’s Thames River. The survey is being conducted under a National Institute for Undersea Vehicle Technology (NIUVT) project in conjunction with the University of Connecticut (UConn)’s Department of Marine Sciences.
For more information on ThayerMahan’s subsea capabilities: NTE Energy plans to develop more than 5 GW of clean energy projects in the next five years, the company announced today.
NTE is currently working with investment partners to advance development of a clean energy project pipeline that includes 1.2 GW of solar and 3.9 GW of battery energy storage systems (BESS), with 3,000 to 4,000 MW expected to reach commercial operation by 2026.
“Advances in clean energy technology and strong market demand for renewables are positioning 2021 to be a record year,” said The Lyman Allyn Art Museum announces the opening of Xanda McCagg Recent Work: Icon, on view Feb. 13 through Apr. 18, in the Glassenberg Gallery on the first floor as part of the Museum’s Near :: New contemporary series.
Xanda McCagg’s abstract paintings are investigations of the human condition on both a global and an intimate level. They push and pull condition on both a global and an intimate level. They push and pull experience. Using the language of line, color and mark making, McCagg’s work comments
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut’s online business portal – business.ct.gov – continues to add more features that will make it easier for entrepreneurs to find information and services that aid in the process of starting or managing their businesses in Connecticut. Using feedback gathered from entrepreneurs, the state has continued to customize this one-stop-shop experience for users.
Some of the newly added features during this most recent update include:Resource Center: SBA encourages black business owners to leverage the following tools to grow, expand, or recover.
This National Black History Month, we commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the destruction of Black Wall Street where hundreds of small business dreams were deferred in the town of Greenwood, Oklahoma. Today, Greenwood’s 1921 Commission and other small business leaders join forces to help this community rebuild and regain economic equity. SBA also celebrates the immeasurable contributions black business
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that Connecticut residents over the age of 65 will be eligible to schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments starting on Thursday, February 11, 2021, as the state rolls into the next part of phase 1b of its vaccination program. Vaccinations for individuals over the age of 75 and those within phase 1a will continue.
With approximately 350,000 individuals in Connecticut between the ages of 65 and 74, and a slightly increased but relatively small weekly supply of the 125 Appointment Specialists on Duty -10,000 Appointments per Week Available
Working in partnership with the state Department of Public Health (DPH), the United Way of Connecticut has announced plans to immediately expand availability and access to vaccine scheduling through the state’s Vaccine Appointment Assist Line.
Beginning Monday, February 8, 2021, 125 trained contact specialists will be available to take phone calls to schedule vaccine appointments from 8a.m. to 8p.m., seven days per week. Contact
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration will be delivering an additional $40 million to Connecticut’s acute care hospitals to support their ongoing work responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The funding, which comes from the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund, will be distributed to non-governmental, short-term general hospitals that meet certain requirements based on applicable costs and expenses incurred as a result of the pandemic. It supplements the over $980 million direct federal TO: Commerce CommitteeRE: HB6119 Dear Committee Members:On behalf of the Eastern Regional Tourism District, I am writing in support of An Act Concerning Arts, Culture and Tourism Funding, HB 6119. These areas and adjacent hospitality industry represent a significant sector of the eastern Connecticut economy and an essential area of economic recovery and growth following the devastating COVID downturn.Traditionally, tourism and related industries represent $14.7B in sales revenues, $1.7B in tax revenues, and TO: Commerce Committee
RE: Proposed S.B. 625 An Act Concerning a Database of State Businesses, Supply Chains and Workforce Tools
Dear Committee Members:
On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and its Board of Directors, I am writing in support of S.B. 625 An Act Concerning a Database of State Businesses, Supply Chains and Workforce Tools. In our information-driven economy, fast access to relevant data creates opportunities for growth, collaboration, and strengthening of Connecticut’s Credit Union’s Emergency Grants Strengthened Food Inventories During COVID-19 Health Crisis
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union donated more than $100,000 in emergency food assistance to eastern Connecticut’s food pantries and food centers during 2020 to help boost food supplies to those in need during the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis.
Charter Oak initially donated $75,000 in emergency grants in April for much-needed food supplies at food centers and food pantries serving New London and Windham
UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts will continue the second half of the 2020-2021 season with concerts from around the world on its virtual platform: Jorgensen Digital Stage. The concerts that make up the spring 2021 season are streaming from Australia, Germany – and even on Jorgensen’s own stage in Storrs, Connecticut.
Rodney Rock, Jorgensen Director, said he is pleased with the upcoming spring 2021 season and is eager to continue growing the Jorgensen Digital Stage platform.
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Music Matters on YouTube: Bach, Chopin & Shostakovich
with Michael Bahmann
Saturday, February 20 at 5pm
Prerecorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link to the concert will be shared with ticket holders approximately 2 hours prior to the start of the event, and again 15 minutes before the start of the event.
MICHAEL BAHMANN, 1886 Chickering concert grand
Affinity Connecting Bach, Chopin, and Shostakovich
Bach Prelude No. 1 in C, WTC I
Shostakovich Prelude No. 1 in C, Request for Proposals are available for the following services:RFP Summary New!Business Services New!Information Technology Support & Related Services New!One-Stop Operator New!WIOA Adult, Dislocated Workers, Youth, & Jobs First Employment Services New!Youth New!
The complete RFP’s are available on EWIB’s website www.ewib.org/rfp-rfq the package contains all the necessary forms & procedures for submission. United Way Virtual Reading Day is back! To celebrate Black History Month in February and Women’s History Month in March, we are asking our virtual readers to choose a book that features a protagonist of color or a female protagonist. Need some ideas? There’s a suggested list of titles attached. We are taking our reading online and asking readers to record a video of themselves reading. Please use the link here to sign up: https://form.jotform.com/210353924993158
If interested, more information about how to Stakeholder Liaison and the CT Local Taxpayer Advocate Office will be partnering again to bring you some important tax tips and information before you file your federal tax return to help you avoid delays with the IRS. Please join us for a Pre-Filing Season Awareness event on Wednesday February 10, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
See attached flyer for meeting and login information. The Super Bowl is one of the top-viewed sporting events in the world. For the U.S., it is the most gambled upon sports event of the year.
As of today, sports betting is not legal in Connecticut, but there are plenty of opportunities to place a wager. Most frequently, we see sports pools and informal bets being placed between friends, families, and co-workers. These may not always be problematic for most people who set limits however, it is important to remember that over 100,000 citizens and over Robocalls and emails among methods scammers are now using
The classic utility scam typically involves a caller threatening to disconnect a customer’s electric or gas service because of an unpaid bill and demanding immediate payment. In the case of a Plainville-based company, scammers posing as Eversource have continued to target them – threatening to shut off power unless an immediate payment was made.
“We get scam calls all the time. Last month alone we got multiple calls threatening to disconnect our
On Our Minds Series: COVID Vaccine Virtual Q&A
Wednesday, February 17 at 6pm
with Marianne O'Hare and Dr. Marwan Haddad
Join us for this hour long Q&A where Marianne O'Hare, producer of the nationally syndicated health show Conversations on Health Care and Dr. Marwan Haddad, Medical Director of the Center for Key Populations, will answer your questions about the COVID vaccine.
Registration is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Visit our website to sign up. A link for the talk will be sent
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) today launched its HOME – Home Ownership Made Easier – program that provides eligible employees with up to $10,000 in forgivable five-year loans, as well as other incentives and home buying support, when they purchase a home in the city of New London. The hospital will pay down the amount of the loan if the employee continues to work at L+M and live in the home for at least five years.
“Home ownership is the American dream. We are honored to help make this dream a The Shuttered Venue Operators (SVO) Grant program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, signed into law on December 27, 2020.
The program includes $15 billion in grants to shuttered venues, to be administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance.
Eligible entities include:
Live venue operators or promotersTheatrical producersLive performing arts organization operatorsRelevant museum operators, zoos and In 2020 we helped nearly 600 businesses secure PPP funding to retain nearly 5000 jobs in the region, more than any other financial institution in the area.
Interested in applying with Chelsea Groton Bank, a preferred SBA lender? There are two ways to access the link to Chelsea Groton Bank’s online PPP loan portal:
(1) please contact the Chelsea Groton loan officer that you worked directly with when you obtained your First Draw PPP Loan in 2020, you can find their contact information here, OR
(2) if The Women’s Business Development Council’s Opportunity Fund is pleased to offer the Equity Match Grant Program, providing much needed cash grants of up to $10,000 to women and minority entrepreneurs. Grants are awarded to small businesses in Connecticut with clearly defined projects proven to have a measurable impact. WBDC encourages applications from businesses seeking to purchase critical business assets or pivot to an online business model to help the company grow revenue and improve overall cash flow.
Series kicks off with Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter movement, in free virtual lecture Feb 4 at 6 pm
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts is launching an Arts and Activism series to create a space for artists to have a dialogue about social justice issues with Jorgensen patrons, the UConn community and the general public.
During the spring semester, Jorgensen will co-sponsor lectures via Jorgensen Digital Stage with other UConn organizations, including the African American ThayerMahan to help shape a sustainable Ocean Action Agenda
Groton, Connecticut (28 January 2021) – ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, announced today that it was selected to join the World Economic Forum’s Global Innovators Community. The Community is an invitation-only group of the world’s most promising start-ups and scale-ups that are at the forefront of technological and business model innovation.
For more information on ThayerMahan’s innovative The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition on Saturday, Feb. 6 highlighting the work of local Connecticut artist Brian Keith Stephens. Almost True Tales explores the artist’s fascination with animals as mythic symbols across time and culture. The exhibition will be on view through May 9.
Spread throughout three galleries, Almost True Tales will feature 18 large works of art. In vibrant, figurative paintings, Stephens draws on legends, fables and folk tales from Lab & Office Space in Southeastern Coastal Connecticut Available Now
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1,000 square foot space can be used for stability chambers, freezer farm or GMP storageView Our Flyer Three Rivers Community College is pleased to release the Fall 2020 Dean’s List for publication. Students earn their place on the Dean’s List by receiving a 3.4 or higher grade point average based on a minimum of 12 credit hours.
The list of names can be found here , one ordered by town and one by last name. If you would prefer, an excel sheet can also be sent. Please contact Alexa Shelton with questions if you have any difficulty with these files. Higher Edge, Inc. has announced that Theresa M. Armendarez will be resigning as executive director, effective June 25, 2021. She is relocating out-of-state where her husband has accepted a new position. To ensure a successful transition for students, partners and supporters, she will step down once her successor has been named. The board of directors will begin its search in February.
Armendarez has served as executive director since June 2018. She is credited with helping to strengthen the nonprofit’s The Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors invites you to their Affiliate Virtual Visitor event. In this real estate market, houses are "flying off the shelf." Could your business benefit from membership with ECAR?
Drop in on February 23, 2021 from 9 to 10am to learn more. Meet other affiliates and find out why now is a great time to join.
Please pre-register HERE to receive Zoom meeting information.Attendees of the event receive an exclusive 20% discount off membership fee, valid through March 31, Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of 18 employees following a Board of Trustees meeting.
“Chelsea Groton Bank has been successful for over 166 years, and during this past year in particular, because of the dedication and commitment each member of Team Chelsea has for their job and the communities we serve,” said Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. “Each of the employees earning a promotion exhibits the traits and behaviors we value – innovative, collaborative, January 15, 2021 (Gales Ferry, Conn) – United Way of Southeastern Connecticut held its Annual Meeting and approved the Officers of the Board, electing one new Director, and appointing two others.
The Officers of the Board are:Chair - William Louis, President, MDA-UAW Local 571Immediate Past Chair - Rodney Butler, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal NationChair-Elect - Marie-Clair Peakman, PfizerVice Chair - Ken Rowland, 1st Vice President, MDA-UAW Local 571Secretary - Nikki Gullickson, Community VolunteerTreasurer The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) supplements the work of local social service agencies, both nonprofit and governmental, to help people with economic emergencies (non-disaster-related). EFSP funds are used to supplement feeding, sheltering, rent/mortgage or utility assistance efforts for programs already in existence. Funding is made available by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and administered locally by United Way of Southeastern
Mitchell College recently welcomed Dr. Marilyn Sutton-Haywood as its Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs. Sutton-Haywood takes over the position from Dr. Catherine Wright, who retired in late December after a 40-year career at the college.
Sutton-Haywood will oversee several divisions of the college, including academics, student life, Living and Learning programs – including Thames at Mitchell, the Bentsen Learning Center and the Mystic Program – and the Children’s Learning Center. She most
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he plans to introduce legislation during the 2021 regular session of the Connecticut General Assembly that focuses on building a robust workforce in Connecticut by developing and investing in short-term training programs, increasing access to postsecondary education, enhancing workforce data collection efforts, and codifying a new state office focused on workforce development.
With 190,000 Connecticut residents filing for unemployment since the start of the
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed a declaration extending Connecticut’s state of emergency in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to April 20, 2021. The extension applies to both the civil preparedness emergency and the public health emergency.
The governor originally declared the emergencies on March 10, 2020, explaining that they were needed in order to enable the state to provide its residents with an adequate response to the pandemic. Initially, they were scheduled to Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, president of Mitchell College, was recently profiled in Women in Higher Education, a publication for practitioners in the field, dedicated to issues affecting women working in higher education.
In the article, Espy, who began her tenure as Mitchell’s eighth and first African-American president in July, highlights the need of a liberal arts education for preparing students to be adaptable in their futures, as well as the importance of building community partnerships and civic Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has promoted Holly DePerry to Vice President-Business Lending Manager and Evan Sywak and Matthew Voelker to Commercial Credit Analyst to meet the continuing growth in the credit union’s business lending operations.
DePerry joined Charter Oak’s Business Lending Department in 2017 and has extensive business lending experience in eastern Connecticut and southern Rhode Island. She previously served as the credit union’s Assistant Vice President of Business Lending. Both Sywak DoorDash and the Connecticut Restaurant Association (CRA) announced that DoorDash is contributing $500,000 to the CRA’s Connecticut Restaurant Relief Fund as part of a new partnership between the organizations. The contribution is part of DoorDash’s $200 million, 5-year Main Street Strong Pledge, which includes a $10 million grant program to help restaurants in select cities across the United States and Canada. The partnership between DoorDash and the CRA will enhance the lines of communication between The New London Public Safety Review Committee (appointed by Mayor Michael Passero and chaired by John McKnight, dean of Institutional Equity and Inclusion at Connecticut College) will discuss its recommendations for strengthening police accountability and police community relations in New London.
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: This event will take place virtually via Zoom and be available for live viewing on theday.com, Facebook, and YouTube
This event is FREE and
The Town of North Stonington has awarded $1,500 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut to help support the agency’s Community Life & Advocacy program. CL&A offers recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, job preparedness and civic engagement programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout eastern Connecticut. It is the only program of its kind in the region, and one of its components—a 50-member Volunteer Corps – supports over 75 fundraising and community service events throughout Live Singalong Features the Music Inspiring the #ShantyTok Trend
Mystic Seaport Museum announced it will hold its annual Chantey Blast as a virtual event, Saturday, February 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. The singalong event is a fundraiser to support the live performance of sea music at the Museum.
Sea chanteys (or shanties) are a form of singing developed to aid in the hard work of operating a sailing ship. The Museum has long been a leader in the preservation, education, and performance of the sea music The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is pleased to announce that the Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition will serve as the Designated Regional Service Organization for towns in Windham and Tolland Counties beginning this month.
COA partners with Designated Regional Service Organizations (DRSO) that serve as local field offices to constituents and citizens. It is well understood that a variety of arts and culture entities working collaboratively across communities can spur a vibrant and Kevin Merchant, president and CEO of Jewett City Savings Bank, announced recently that the Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation has awarded $5,000 in grants to three local libraries.“Libraries are instrumental in helping promote literacy and educational opportunities for all members of our communities. We’re proud to do our part to provide the funding they need to continue to enrich learning in our neighborhoods,” said Merchant. A grant of $2,000 was awarded to Slater Library of Jewett City to purchase and
As we begin the new year, we know the upcoming months will continue to look different than normal. Spring will be here before we know it, and the media is already asking about summer. Last year you inspired us with innovative experiences such as drive-through events, socially distant offerings, and unique outdoor dining. Now, tell us your plans for maple season, Easter, Mother’s Day, and the entire spring and summer season.
In our continuing effort to #SupportCTBusinesses, we want to share what you’re Virtual Chat: Writing, Reading, and Racism: Celebrating Today’s Best Mystery Authors
Tuesday, February 9 at 6pm
Walter Mosley, a great crime writer and recipient of the National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, said, “A man's bookcase will tell you everything you'll ever need to know about him.”
Come and expand your bookcase and join the La Grua Center for an exciting evening of readings and discussions around the creative life, and being an author of color in an Three Rivers Community College offers accelerated courses that are taught over a shorter period of time, 7 or 12 weeks, and begin February 16 and March 23. These classes cover the same amount of information but on a fast-tracked timeline.
Classes cover a variety of subjects and range from Elementary and Intermediate Algebra to Composition, Ethics, World Regional Geography and more. It is a fast way to squeeze in more credits to put towards a degree or certificate. The full list of classes can be found Kill A Watt meter kits available at nearly 200 libraries across the state; new heating cost calculator accessible online
With many people continuing to work and learn from home during the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, Eversource is helping customers monitor and reduce their energy usage. The energy company is making it possible for customers to monitor their energy use with the Kill A Watt electricity usage meter. The meter shows how much power is being used by most home devices by simply plugging each RE: Connecticut Port Authority
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Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106
Attn: Micheal GrywinskiDear Mr. Grzywinski,
I am writing today on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut to speak in favor of the Connecticut Port Authority’s pending permit application to conduct infrastructure improvements at the State Pier facility in New London, Connecticut. Investing in and improving the State Pier
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has been appointed co-chair of the National Governors Association’s (NGA) Pandemic and Disaster Response Task Force. It is one of three task forces that are being created by the organization to coordinate and lead bipartisan state and territorial efforts to response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and to lead economic recovery and community renewal efforts.
The task forces, which replace committees, will foster a more nimble response to the ongoing public Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) today announced the opening dates for its COVID vaccination sites across the state. All vaccinations are by appointment only and can be made now on the YNHHS website: www.ynhhs.org/covidvaccine.
More appointments are being added as vaccine is made available to ensure that there is sufficient supply for all scheduled patients.
The following Health System vaccination sites are scheduled to open on Thursday, Jan. 21:
Northeast Medical Group (NEMG), 4A Devine
Bank Square Books presents an author discussion and Q&A with bestselling author Luanne Rice in advance of the release of her newest book, The Shadow Box. Luanne will be in conversation with Rick Koster of The Day as part of the book club, Read of The Day, co-hosted by The Day and Bank Square Books. This event is free, registration is required to join the Zoom.
Copies of Luanne's books preordered through our website will be signed by the author.
About the Book
Luanne Rice delivers a haunting thriller
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced that it has approved approximately 60,000 PPP loan applications submitted by nearly 3,000 lenders, for over $5 billion, between the program’s re-opening on Monday, Jan. 11, at 9 a.m. ET through to Sunday, Jan. 17. Last week, the PPP provided dedicated access to community financial institutions that specialize in serving underserved communities, including minority- women-, and veteran-owned small businesses from Monday through Thursday, joined The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation's tax season will start on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns.The Feb. 12 start date for individual tax return filers allows the IRS time to do additional programming and testing of IRS systems following the Dec. 27 tax law changes that provided a second round of Economic Impact Payments and other benefits. This programming work is critical to ensuring IRS systems run smoothly. If filing Ascent built to assist nearly 13 million women-owned small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza, today announced the launch of Ascent, a first-of-its-kind, free digital e-learning platform geared to help women entrepreneurs grow and expand their businesses. Ascent has valuable content such as tips on preparing and recovering from disasters, strategic marketing and business financial strategy development.
Ascent is a joint initiative between the White House, the Photo caption (L-R): Patrick Green, president and CEO, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital; Sails Up 4 Cancer Director Holly Phelps Miller, volunteer Courtney Moore, L+M Director of Development Alice Soscia, Sales Up 4 Cancer Executive Secretary Karen Davis and Founder and CEO Bob Davis.Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) announced today the receipt of a $10,000 grant from Sails Up 4 Cancer to provide high quality, patient-centered care to cancer patients.
Specifically the grant will enable the hospital to assist Wednesdays, January 27 - May 12, 6:00 pm
Join us for fifteen free seminars on some of the biggest environmental issues challenging us today. Topics range from genetically engineered crops to the rise of plastics in the oceans and more and are taught by a range of experts in their fields. Seminars will be held virtually at https://tinyurl.com/EnvironmentalSeminar on Wednesdays, at 6:00 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The seminars are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive Harry Thomas, owner of Pro Digital Sounds Mobile Deejay Service, published his first book, Peace by the Sea: Inspiring Images and Quotes to Light Your Way. It features 111 personal seaside photographs paired with inspiring quotes to illustrate twelve principles for living your best life. It is now available for purchase by clicking on this link: https://www.shop.booklogix.com/Peace-by-the-Sea-23146.htm.
Energy company makes it easier and more affordable for companies to make cold storage purchases
In order to help commercial customers save money as COVID-19 vaccines continue to be distributed and stored at locations and facilities across the state, Eversource is expanding the number of cold storage units that qualify for energy efficiency incentives. The energy company is now providing incentives for all ENERGY STAR®-certified cold storage products to commercial customers that are rapidly expanding their Three Rivers Community College is offering a variety of short-term career training courses that will help individuals expand their job skill sets or change career paths. Registration is open now on the 14 courses below. Whether a person has the goal of learning new skills, reinventing their career or personal enrichment, taking a short-term training course will fit their needs. Registration deadlines are coming up quickly, like the Phlebotomy Technician Program on January 22, so register now.
ALLIED As more families seek help to keep their pets during challenging times, the Connecticut Humane Society’s community wellness clinics will continue and even expand their services this year.
Thanks to a $47,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, CHS will bring eight pop-up clinic days to Norwich over the next 18 months. The clinics will give even more pets the opportunity to keep the homes they love rather than landing in a shelter, as the cost of veterinary care—especially when untreated conditions grow
Yale New Haven Health will begin vaccinating individuals who are 75 and older – the first group in the state’s Phase 1B – beginning Wednesday, Jan. 20. Appointments will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. To make an appointment, visit www.ynhhs.org/covidvaccine.
These YNHHS public vaccination sites will begin to open next week: North Haven, New London, Old Saybrook and Trumbull. A Greenwich site will begin the week of Jan. 25.
More sites will be added as they are approved.
1.3 Million Residents Are Eligible To Receive Vaccine in Phase 1b as 46,000 First Doses Are Expected To Be Delivered Weekly From the Federal Government
Governor Lamont Accepts Advisory Group’s Recommendations To Expand Phase 1b To More Populations
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that phase 1b of Connecticut’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout will begin on Monday, January 18, 2021, and residents in the state over the age of 75 can now schedule appointments to receive the vaccine.
In addition,
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, will re-open the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal to PPP-eligible lenders with $1 billion or less in assets for First and Second Draw applications on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 9 a.m. EST. The portal will fully open on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 to all participating PPP lenders to submit First and Second Draw loan applications to SBA.
Earlier in the week, SBA granted dedicated PPP access to Community
Local non-profit organizations are invited to apply for Pfizer Connecticut’s 2021/2022 competitive grants.
Applications from organizations serving communities in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island will be considered.
Priority will be given to programs that bring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to students from elementary through high school. Additional grants will be made to programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded over $674,000 in annual $100 cash bonuses in December to its Gold Rewards members, which is the largest amount since Charter Oak created the unique member-appreciation program in 2010.
“Our Gold Rewards members are some of our most loyal members, so these annual $100 cash bonuses are our way of saying thank you and letting them know how much we appreciate them,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Each year,
As the U.S. Small Business Administration continues implementation of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act, signed into law by President Trump on Dec. 27, 2020, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza made the following statement in regards to Section 325:
“Small business is big business in America, and this Administration will continue to extend a lifeline to small business owners during this critical time. Congress charged the SBA with making debt relief payments Governor Ned Lamont today announced that COVID Alert CT, Connecticut’s COVID-19 exposure notification app, has been activated on more than one million mobile devices – reaching roughly one-third of the state’s population, which is among the highest activation rates in the country. Apple and Google have reported that public health benefits start to be realized when 15 percent of the population enables the feature.
The app, released in November, allows users to receive anonymous notification on their mobile The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, announced on January 8, that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PPP Loans on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP Loans on Wednesday, January 13. The PPP will open to all participating lenders shortly thereafter. Updated The Arc Eastern Connecticut received a $2,303 grant from Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Community Giving Program to develop an iPad Lending Library for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live alone and who during the pandemic might otherwise remain isolated.
“This lending library represents a unique opportunity to make sure that our most vulnerable citizens remain connected during what is a confusing and frightening time for everyone,” said Laurie Herring, The Arc’s Chief Three Rivers Community College, the College Foundation, and Dominion Energy Nuclear Connecticut/Millstone Power Station are again offering 16 full scholarships for the Three Rivers Community College Nuclear Engineering Technology Degree program. The only program of its kind in New England, it is considered the best in the nation. Through classroom, laboratory, and simulator instruction, this program educates students in the theories underlying the safe operation of nuclear power generating stations. For
Music Matters on YouTube: Schumann Chamber Duos
Saturday, January 23 at 5pm
Prerecorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link to the concert will be shared with ticket holders the day of the concert.
Maksim Shtrykov, 19th-century-style boxwood clarinet
Misuzu Tanaka, piano
MM 11 Recital I – Clara & Robert Schumann, on boxwood clarinet
Clara Schumann Drei Romanzen, Op. 22
Robert Schumann F-A-E Sonata 2. Intermezzo (boxwood)
Schumann Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70
Schumann Min Jung Kim joined the New Britain Museum of American Art on November 2, 2015, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the art museum field. Most recently, Kim served as Deputy Director for External Relations of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum (pronounced Brōde) of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan (Broad MSU), a new museum of contemporary art known for its building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Zaha Hadid. Kim has an M.A. in Art History from the Courtauld Virtual Opening Friday, January 15 at 5pm with a recorded walk through on our YouTube channel. In-person gallery hours start Wednesday, January 20.Please note masks and social distancing guidelines remain in effect.
January & February 2021 at La Grua Center
Artists Respond to Crisis (ARC) is a collective group of artists united in their unique mission to raise money for relevant and important charities.
By promoting their artwork for sale on arclove.us , this group hopes to support causes during this
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, Connecticut was again awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability, now for 107 consecutive quarters. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates this bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more.
The “Best of Bauer Bank” designation is reserved for banks like Chelsea Groton that have earned Bauer’s highest rating (5-Stars) The Internal Revenue Service today urged people to visit IRS.gov for the most current information on the second round of Economic Impact Payments rather than calling the agency or their financial institutions or tax software providers. IRS phone assistors do not have additional information beyond what’s available on IRS.gov.
The IRS and the Treasury Department began issuing a second round of Economic Impact Payments, often referred to as stimulus payments, last week.
The direct deposit payments
As part of its long-term partnership with UConn, Eversource has worked with the university to reduce energy use, cut operational expenses, and advance its overall sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
Most recently, several energy efficiency upgrades were completed in the Marine Sciences Building at UConn’s Avery Point campus, such as optimizing air changes in labs, installing exhaust controls on three boilers to maximize their efficiency, adjusting controls and schedules in the building management Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that Attorneys Kristi D. Kelly and Roger T. Scully, III, have been named Directors of the Firm, effective January 1, 2021.
“We congratulate our new Directors on this well-deserved professional achievement,” said Robert G. Tukey, Managing Director of Suisman Shapiro. “Hard work and dedication deserve recognition; both Kristi and Roger have demonstrated commitment and leadership within the firm and throughout the eastern Connecticut community.”
Kristi
Please join U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza on Thursday, January 7 at 1PM for a live webinar to announce the launch of Ascent. Ascent is a first-of-its-kind digital online learning platform geared to help women-owned small businesses grow and scale their existing business.
With Ascent, female entrepreneurs will be able to utilize this platform that brings a modern, e-learning experience specifically targeted for women business owners.
This virtual event will include New Capacities, a collective impact project led by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, has adapted student Career Expo’s for our new world of remote learning and social distancing. Originally intending to support career exploration fairs at the two Norwich middle schools this past Spring 2020 the project changed direction and built the Career Exploration Video Series. The series takes the exploration fair online by highlighting careers in local, in-demand industries through short 3-5 minute video While the Small Business Administration and the Treasury are preparing the guidance for the next round of PPP funding under the new $900 billion stimulus package, the CT Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) recommends that borrowers begin compiling the following documentation:
2019 Business Tax Returns complete with all schedules and 2019 Financials by quarter2020 Business Tax Returns complete with all schedules and 2020 Financials by quarter – draft /estimates may be acceptable2020 State payroll Stonington, CT — The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is pleased to announce the addition Dr. Cinda P. Scott, Ms. Caitlyn Slivinski, and Mr. Harrison “Cal” Buxton to the NESS Board of Directors.
“The addition of Dr. Cinda Scott, Caitlyn Slivinski, and Cal Buxton will add to the incredible depth of talent at the NESS Board and we are excited to welcome them aboard,” said Jane Leipold, NESS Board Chair.
Dr. Scott received her Ph.D. in Marine Biology and Fisheries with a focus in The Day Publishing Company, publisher of The Day newspaper, is launching a new weekly true crime podcast, “Looking for the Todt Family,” on Jan. 13.
Looking for the Todt Family, moderated by Taylor Hartz and Sten Spinella, both journalists at The Day, chases answers and looks beyond the national headlines to tell the Todt family’s story.
“We’ve been investigating this case for more than a year, trying to piece together how a seemingly perfect family from small-town Connecticut became the subject of a The Three Rivers College Foundation is excited to announce that it will give out an additional $250,000 in scholarships and awards for the 2021 Spring Semester to assist current Three Rivers Community College students with the many difficulties they are facing due to the Pandemic. The monies will be used to remove financial barriers such as tuition, books, fees, online learning codes, and technology needs.
Current Three Rivers students can complete a brief online application at Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Department of Labor Commissioner Kurt Westby today provided an update on the Emergency Coronavirus Recovery Act of 2020, known as the CARES Act extension. The law protects Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) programs; allocates an additional $300 per week benefit for all claimants for up to 11 weeks; extends the interest waiver for Trust Fund borrowing; and continues 100 percent federal funding for the Shared Work
Brittany Leggett, the William A. Stanley Scholarship Recipient, holds her scholarship certificate.
The Three Rivers College Foundation is pleased to announce that Three Rivers Community College pre-nursing student Brittany Leggett has been awarded the William A. Stanley Scholarship. This one-time, Spring 2021 full tuition scholarship rewards a “healthcare hero” and has been given in honor of William Stanley.
As a practicing paramedic with American Ambulance, this past year has been one of the busiest Now's the time to start your application for Connecticut's longest-running pitch competition, CTNext's Entrepreneur Innovation Awards/EIA. Details and deadlines below.
The Entrepreneur Innovation Awards event features startup and early-stage companies vying for grants of $10,000 or more! There can be one, two, three or more winners - plus the Crowd Favorite and Judges' Favorite grants of $2,000 each. It can add up to one big night for the winners!
How to Apply to Pitch: Visit our new website The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its Fiscal Year 2020 Eagle Awards recipients at its Virtual Annual Lenders Meeting today. SBA lending results in Connecticut for the federal government’s FY20, ending September 30, 2020 reported solid year-over-year trends. CT SBA lending supported over $207 million dollars in loans through its three premier loan programs: the 7a Loan Guaranty Program, the Certified Development Company/504 Loan Program and the Microloan Program.
Nationally, the SBA
Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Three Rivers Community College is holding a virtual Super Saturday to assist students with enrolling and registering for the Spring semester on Saturday, January 9 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Students can take advantage of these extended Saturday hours to speak with an advisor and register from the comfort and safety of home. At Three Rivers, students will find programs in fields that are hiring like tech, health care, manufacturing, and more, all for the If your small business is looking to sell its goods and services to the global marketplace in 2021, be sure to check out the Connecticut State Trade Expansion Program (STEP).
STEP grants are funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and help qualifying small businesses start or expand their international trade activities.
In prior years, a significant portion of STEP grants were used to attend and participate in international trade shows like Hannover Messe and the Paris Air Show. Give a gift card for a summer cruise aboard the sailing schooner Argia.
Visit www.ArgiaMystic.com to purchase a Gift Card. Available to purchase for a Holiday gift through 3pm on December 23rd. *Choose "Email" delivery option in order to receive card by Christmas.
Visit our website for more about a cruise aboard ARGIA
This year, Chelsea Groton Bank and its Foundation provided more than $1,000,000 to non-profit organizations in our communities. The Foundation recently approved $405,820 in grants to 68 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island, which put the full year’s giving total above the $1 million mark for the first time ever. Earlier this year, the Foundation swiftly responded to support emergency relief efforts as well as needs across all giving categories in the wake of the pandemic, making the The Arc Eastern Connecticut received a $10,000 grant from the Dominion Foundation this week for its Communication and Connectedness Crisis Project for People with Disabilities.
An innovative program seeking to prevent isolation of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the statewide initiative helps people with disabilities stay electronically connected to families, caregivers, medical professionals, and support staff. The Dominion Grant will Revised Order Applies to All Domestic and International Locations Outside of Connecticut, Except for the Neighboring States of New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed an executive order revising the guidelines for the travel advisory he enacted earlier this year in Connecticut amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in order to streamline its operations and align with recently modified guidance on the virus from the U.S Center for Disease Control and
Happy HolidaysWe are missing you all this Holiday Season.
Since we can't be together, we thought of a great gift!
Ken, Steve, Dave & Bill filmed a concert filled with holiday favorites.
Cheers to you and to a better and brighter New Year.
Click here to enjoy the show:
https://youtu.be/jrYYkd8gmic Mohegan Sun was recently recognized as “Industry Innovator” by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s annual awards, also known as the “ECTys,” aiming to recognize excellence in both business and the community. The “Industry Innovator” award showcases businesses of any size that have shown strong ability to adapt to the marketplace by introducing or embracing new concepts or technologies to better serve customers. This award also takes into account businesses that provide unique opportunities for We are proud to introduce a Small Business Relief Loan program for businesses based in Connecticut or Rhode Island, providing business owners a simple way to access up to $10,000 in funding while working to recover from challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. At this time, $2,500,000 in funding has been allocated for this program.
The program features an abbreviated application and minimal documentation in order to get businesses with less than $2,000,000 in annual sales and up to 20 full-time employees Energy company earns top spot for second year in a row
For the second consecutive year, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by Newsweek Magazine on its list of America’s Most Responsible Companies. Eversource ranked #1 in the Energy & Utilities category on Newsweek’s list and placed 72nd out of 2,000 large public companies that were evaluated in its review process. The list is based on an analysis of the companies’ Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, Sustainability, Corporate Citizenship Out of Concern for COVID-19, Carolers to Sing from Their Cars
The annual Community Carol Sing at Mystic Seaport Museum will be held Sunday, December 20, from 3 to 4 p.m. This will be the 73rd year the Museum has held the event.
To accommodate a safe and socially distant event due to COVID-19, the singalong will be held as a drive-in at the Museum’s south parking lot. The songs will be broadcast so carolers can tune in on their car radio and join in the singing. The music will be led by the University of Over $200,000 in grant funding has been allocated to market eastern Connecticut tourism
Waterford, Conn. (December 10, 2020) – The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the final funding recipients for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program. 9 additional programs were approved for marketing grants to promote tourism and hospitality opportunities in Eastern Connecticut. The total funding of all projects, including the initial projects announced in September totaled $202,267 in Mitchell College recently awarded four of its students the inaugural George Floyd Scholarship, recognizing their leadership ability and desire to effect social change. The students – all juniors or seniors studying in the Human Services core, with concentrations in criminal process and behavioral sciences/psychology – received $2500 each for the 2020-21 academic year. Recipients include Emil Cortorreal of New London, Conn.; Desmond Knowles of Indianapolis, Ind.; Dylan Radovich of Groton, Conn.; and COVID-19 Lending, 7(a), and 504 Loans Make FY20 Largest Loan Volume in Agency History
The U.S. Small Business Administration provided historic levels of capital to small business in the past year. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the SBA supported over $750 billion of small business financing and economic relief. Nationally, the SBA’s regular lending programs guaranteed more than $28 billion to small businesses in FY20. In addition, it’s COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury
In a recent virtual meeting, the Norwich Arts Center's Board of Directors held a vote to elect a new member. They are pleased to announce that Ron Bates of Norwich has joined the Board of Directors for the 2020-2022 term.
Ron Bates came to the Norwich Arts Center with his idea for a Blues program in 2018. He has an eclectic taste in music but is especially drawn to the Blues. He is the founder and producer of NAC’s Blues on Broadway series which, prior to COVID-19, had been a monthly event. National and Kensington's at Norwich Inn is now offering dinners to go Monday through Friday. Dinners are served with side salad and rolls for $20 per person. Place your order by noon, and between 5-7pm pick up a delicious meal prepared by Kensington's chef, for you to enjoy at home.
A special dinner is chosen each night. For example: enjoy Prime Rib au Jus, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables on Dec 18, Grilled Salmon with Apple Cider Glaze, Saffron Rice Pilaf, & Seasonal Vegetables on December 24, Harbor Village Rehabilitation and Nursing Center hosts Winter Holiday Drive for Safe Futures. Donate pajamas, body wash, lotions from December 1- December 21. Contact 860-447-1416 or Bridgette Spargo bspargo@harborvillage.care or Alyssa Robertson arobertson@harborvillage.carearobertson@harborvillage.care
Join us for a Virtual Open House that will walk you through Three River Community College’s job skill-related classes and programs in Allied Health, Manufacturing, and Professional Development. From the comfort and safety of home, staff will give an overview of available Spring Courses, ways to use SNAP benefits for course credit, the Manufacturing Pipeline as well as introduce local Community Partner Resources. The Virtual Open House will be offered on two days: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 from 9:00-10:00
Michele Scott, Executive Director of the Health Education Center in Norwich and member of the Board of Directors of The Arc Eastern Connecticut, was named a recipient of the annual “40 Under 40” Award from the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development. Nominated by their peers, the 2020 winners exemplify leadership, initiative, and, especially during COVID-19, resiliency and dedication towards their communities and businesses. Kathleen Stauffer, CEO of The Arc Eastern Connecticut, praised
In the invitation to the virtual presentation, they announced: This award is dedicated to honoring individuals and organizations who have played a vital partnership role with Cornell researchers to expand, strengthen, and speed connections between research, policy and practice in service of human development and wellbeing. It is named after John Eckenrode in recognition of John’s tireless personal and professional dedication to assuring that vulnerable youth and families benefit from high quality The following events are rescheduled as listed:
Elf on the Shelf: December 13th (formerly December 5th) - A game of hide-and-seek in downtown New London like no other, downtown businesses will display the popular Elf on the Shelf inside their businesses and in their storefronts for walkers to discover as they stroll through downtown. As a special surprise, the Elf on the Shelf will come to life at 44 Bank Street between 1:00 and 2:00 to celebrate the holiday season from the storefront window.
Hygienic Bravado Academy and Lashes by Lee have teamed up to create a Licensed Eyelash Technician program.
Students are required to complete 50 hours of training as designated by the Connecticut state law to become a licensed Eyelash Technician. Our course is a complete eyelash extension program which include both fundamentals and core techniques. Our students receive individual attention from skilled instructors in a salon setting. Theory instructions are taught under the Milady Standard Professional Cosmetology Combined Giving Benefits Over 280 Organizations; Nearly $1.6 Million Donated Since 2016
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s 2020 Matching Gifts Program donated a combined $400,000 from the credit union and its members to over 280 charitable organizations this holiday season, from local food pantries to shelters for the homeless.
Since Charter Oak created its Matching Gifts Program in 2016, the combined giving of the credit union and its generous members has totaled almost $1.6 million to Comcast announced today that it will extend its commitments to help people connect to the Internet during the COVID-19 pandemic as millions continue to stay home while many workplaces and schools operate virtually. Comcast will continue to provide free Internet service for the first 60 days for new Internet Essentials customers, and free access to more than 1.5 million public Xfinity WiFi hotspots, the largest network of its kind in the country, through June 30, 2021. Today’s announcement marks the third
New Haven and Uncasville, CT (Dec. 8, 2020) – Yale New Haven Health, the Mohegan Tribe and Mohegan Sun have announced a new community COVID-19 collection site in the Mohegan Sun Thames Garage.
The drive-through site was selected to provide more community testing in the Uncasville region, but also to allow Mohegan Sun team and Tribal members access to fast, safe COVID-19 testing. The Thames Garage location is open to the public and Mohegan team members by appointment only.
The new Yale New Haven Health Hall Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of Phil LoPiccolo to Sales Manager of our Eastern Connecticut Radio stations WCTY-FM and WICH-AM in Norwich, WNLC-FM in East Lyme, WKNL-FM New London, and WILI-AM\FM in Willimantic.
Phil is a twenty-year veteran of Hall Communications stations WNBH and WCTK in Providence. Over the years Phil has won many sales honors within Hall Communications in Providence, including the Robert Hall Award, Marketing Consultant of the Year and Richard P. Reed Groton, Connecticut (3 December 2020) - ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, completed operational testing and evaluation that demonstrated its Outpost and SeaWatch autonomous systems could identify, localize, and report illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. According to the US Coast Guard’s Strategic Outlook on IUU Fishing released earlier this year, illegal fishing has replaced piracy as the leading global maritime security threat.
Diagram of On Monday, November 30th the City of Groton and Groton Utilities, along with the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Drinking Water Section, held a virtual celebration to mark completion of a crucial phase of Groton Utilities’ water treatment plant construction project. With completion of phase three (out of five) of the plant rollout, water is now being clarified and filtered within the new water treatment plant.
The new filtration plant replaces a plant that was originally constructed in Advanced Group has been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as a winner in the Building Systems Council Jerry Rouleau Awards for Home Design. This award recognizes the 1st modular home built by Advanced Group through our new partnership with Westchester Modular Homes. This award recognizes the best structures in systems-built housing.
Advanced Group was also named Top Readers' Choice by The Day Best of Awards. Advanced Group is celebrating their inclusion as one of the top GivingTuesday, on December 1, is a day the world stops to give back to those non-profit organizations who contribute so much to their communities. GivingTuesday is also a day we thank you for your continuing and increased support of the Garde.
Just today we received word that the State of Connecticut will be giving the Garde a matching grant of $182,800 for the more than $350,000 that was raised from the community in the last six weeks! Your generosity has helped save the theater, improving and This #GivingTuesday, Mystic Aquarium is excited to announce the upcoming launch of ‘Animal Heroes,’ a one-of-a-kind monthly subscription box that will call on youth to give back to the planet. The Aquarium’s world-class educational programming and ARSOME Technology Group’s powerful immersive technology have joined forces to create a one-of-a-kind Educational Experience. This incredible educational tool offers grade-school students the chance to become heroes for our planet by discovering how they can help Join Norwich Arts Center for Small Treasures Holiday Show Saturday December 5, 12:00-4:00 pm
Original artwork and find crafts by NAC artists! Masks required.
Plus, Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT members enjoy free gift wrapping!View the flyer We had another exceptional year. Although we faced many challenges, including COVID-19, we were able to serve over 125 girls in our communities. Your generous contributions helped make all of this possible. We are thankful that you support the mission of S.T.E.P.S. and we hope that you will continue to partner with us in the coming years.View our Annual Report When it comes to the economic impact of the pandemic, small businesses have been hit harder than most. I have spoken with many of these business owners and I am continually impressed with their determination to keep their workers employed and their organizations active during this incredibly challenging time.
Small businesses are an important part of Connecticut’s economy and have always been a driving force behind the state’s innovative spirit. Right now, we need to be doing everything we can to support Youth Holiday Greens Workshop
Sunday, December 13 at 10am and 11am
Space is limited! Join us as we partner with the Stonington Garden Club to offer this virtual youth art workshop where we will create a holiday greens centerpiece. This workshop is free, but registration is required. There will be two sessions, one at 10am and the second at 12pm. Both will last approximately 30 minutes. Materials will be provided at an arranged pick-up time.
Ages 6 and up (younger children may require parental This Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council virtual meeting takes place on Wednesday, December 9 via Zoom
Waterford, CT (November 23, 2020) – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that Peter Beinart is to speak on US foreign policy under a Biden Administration at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, via Zoom. The virtual presentation is free for members; $20 for non-members. Registration is required.
Professor Beinart will outline his thoughts on key The COVID Relief Fund for the Arts, administered by the Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) within the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), was created to support arts nonprofits that
are performing arts centers, schools of the arts, or performing groups for whom grants will make a difference in terms of survival or rehiring; and have had to curtail operations for a period of time due to the COVID-19 pandemic and which have had limited ability to reopen due to pandemic restrictions Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
December 9, 2020
11am – noon
Details and registration available here
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. And as more customers shop online this holiday season, make sure your business is properly prepared. Help them find accurate and up-to-date information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a As winter approaches, we know the season will be very different this year. Inspiringly, many of you found ways to adapt and even enhance the visitor experience at your properties or events for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Now, we want to know your plans for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s and the entire winter season.
In our continuing effort to #SupportCTBusinesses, we want to share what you’re doing with residents and local visitors on CTvisit.com, social media and through public relations.
Tell The Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the grant recipients of our CultureSECT Economic Recovery Fund!CLICK HERE TO SEE GRANT RECIPIENTS
The Cultural Coalition established an economic recovery fund at the Community Foundation of Eastern CT in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The initiative supports the sustainability and recovery of arts & cultural institutions, including individual artists, and partners with the Community Foundation, a long-time trusted funder in our region. Through
The Three Rivers College Foundation was selected by a Process Development Team from Pfizer Inc. in Groton, Connecticut as the recipient of $5,000 to support Environmental Engineering Technology at the College.
Pfizer’s Process Development Team for Small Molecule Synthesis was one of the winners of the 2020 Pfizer Green Chemistry Award for their process development to commercialization. The team spans the United States, United Kingdoms, and Ireland and includes colleagues from research and development,
Generations has changed our COVID-19 testing protocol, changed some hours and added some Saturday testing hours.
Flyer with more details and information
Details:NO APPOINTMENT NEEDEDOpen to the publicWalk -up and drive through testing availableTo save time in line, a printable registration form is available on line in English and Spanish
· No cost to the patient for the test
· Testing results usually available in 3-5 days
· Testing available for all ages
· Patients can log onto the Quest
The Magic of Christmas Celebration
This year’s celebration features new twists on the traditional décor. Imagine a fictional mantel-decorating contest in the Griswold boardinghouse between the historic Lyme Art Colony artists. Inspired by their paintings, they rummage through their studios as well as old trunks in Miss Florence’s attic for festive objets d’art and holiday decorations. Miss Florence (with the help of our visitors) chooses a winner to be announced and awarded ribbon on her The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announcing their Holiday Online Art Show. The show displays the works from over 35 local artists, artisans, and vendors.
Featured in the show are not only arts, crafts, and jewelry from local artists and artisans, but six local vendors will be offering discounts on their wares when shoppers mention NESS at checkout or use an online promotional code. These vendors include Pup Stop, Lindberg Designs, Maggie Lee Designs, Yali Stonington, Two Bees Design The Antonio Auto Group has introduced the Community Strong Fund. Supporting those in need in the local community, dealerships around eastern Connecticut are making donations and inviting people to to join in the giving for local community service organizations.
Each month, Antonio Auto Group designates the local charitable groups that will be the focus for giving. Antonio Auto group will be covering any fees associated with the giving program, so 100% for all dollars donated will go directly to
Groton, Connecticut (18 November 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia recognized ThayerMahan as one of the 675 recipients of the 2020 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award during an award ceremony at the U.S. Department of Labor. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes job creators who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.
Mike Connor, ThayerMahan CEO Nation’s Largest Wireless Retail Franchise to Help
Wireless Zone - the nation’s largest wireless retail franchise offering exclusive Verizon products and services - is now collecting monetary donations and non-perishable food items for their Annual Holiday Food Drive. 100% of the money collected goes to purchasing food for those in need, and furthermore, Wireless Zone matches what they collect making the donations go even further!
Over the years, Wireless Zone has donated to the Gemma Moran United Way The Connecticut Port Authority (the Authority) has launched a new website (www.statepiernewlondon.com) to provide the public with information pertaining to the State Pier New London Infrastructure Improvements Project (the project). The website, which will be updated in real-time over the course of the project, provides access to project updates and timelines, project-specific announcements and documents and frequently asked questions and answers. The website is managed by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., Sound Community Services is thinking outside the box when it comes to Thanksgiving this year for its clients. Before COVID-19, Sound Community Services gathered 150 – 200 people together consisting of their clients, their families, and staff to Mitchell College in New London for a Thanksgiving feast. Food was catered by Mitchell College, the food was served by staff, music would play, and prizes would be handed out. It was a moment in time that staff and clients looked forward to each year and were thankful
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut has launched its official COVID-19 exposure notification app, COVID Alert CT. The app, available for Apple and Android mobile devices, informs users if they may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 – all without sharing any personal information.
Here’s how it works:First, users should visit ct.gov/covidalertct, where they can find instructions on how to download the app for their specific device.Once installed, the app uses Bluetooth Within every object, tool or device are dozens of components that work together to represent the highest levels of creativity, passion and achievement of their time. When it comes to the objects we use every day, the sum really is greater than the parts.
Things Come Apart, a traveling exhibition circulated by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), features the works of creative photographer and tinkerer Todd McLellan, who explores the evolution of the smartphone and dozens of When: Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtually! Registration required. The link to join us will be emailed with your registration confirmation. We will be using Zoom meetings.
If you are new to Zoom virtual meetings and would like to learn more about how to join us, visit zoom.us for more information. Also feel free to call us at 860-912-5718 for technical advice prior to the event. We will not be able to resolve issues during the meeting. A link to the recording will be shared via email
A Safe, Outdoor Event for the Entire Family
Mystic Seaport Museum invites the public to mark the holidays with a new event, Lantern Light Village, an outdoor, free-roaming experience designed to celebrate the best of both the contemporary and 19th-century holiday seasons.
The event replaces the Museum’s traditional Lantern Light Tours, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We are combining the most popular elements of our Lantern Light Tours – the 19th century setting, the costumed
Bill Martin, executive director or Waterford Country School, received the third Eckenrode Award for Partner in Translational Research on Tuesday, November 17.
The award is dedicated to honoring individuals and organizations who have played a vital partnership role with Cornell researchers to expand, strengthen, and speed connections between research, policy and practice in service of human development and wellbeing. It is named after John Eckenrode in recognition of John’s tireless personal and Acts of Courage, An Indie Playlist Event!Wednesday, November 19 | 7 pm ET
Independent bookstores & presses are teaming up to bring you a virtual conversation with Roxane Gay (Untamed State, Bad Feminist) and Okey Ndibe (Arrows of Rain, Foreign Gods Inc.)!
The two writers will discuss their brilliant debut novels and explore the concept of courage amid chaos.
This is an Indie Playlist event, created to support your local independent bookstore! About the Authors:
Roxane Gay's writing has appeared in Miosotys Santiago releases her memoir, God's Diamond, in a virtual event on November 18, 10am-9pm. An intimate and engaging event full of fun, Q&A, and opportunity to get to know the author as he introduces her memoir to the world. The day is filled with speakers and fun.
Books are available here. Register for the launch event here
Miosotys Santiago is the founder of Exemplify to Edify, LLC and Inspirational Speaker. Our mission statement is "Your Pain Becomes Your Purpose", and she truly believes that The High Hopes Holiday Market is going virtual. The virtual Market will open November 15th and conclude on Small Business Saturday, November 28th.
From the comfort of your couch, find that perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list! The Market’s mission is, and always has been to create a vibrant, experiential marketplace which promotes local artisans and small businesses while raising awareness and crucial funds for High Hopes’ therapeutic and equine assisted activities.
Shop artisans and local The 13th annual Subaru Share the Love® Event will help deliver nutritious meals and compassion to Eastern Connecticut’s seniors
Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) is proud to announce that it will be participating in the 2020 Subaru Share the Love Event as a member of Meals on Wheels America – one of four national Share the Love charitable partners supported through the campaign. From November 19, 2020, through January 4, 2021, Subaru of America will donate $250 for every new Subaru
The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will hold virtual public meetings on Dec. 2 and 3, respectively, via Microsoft Teams.
"These quarterly meetings serve as an important opportunity for federal agencies, veteran service organizations, and veteran-owned small businesses to address the challenges faced by the veteran small business community," said Larry Stubblefield,
Wednesday, December 2 at 6pm
Registration is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Visit our website to sign up. A link for the talk will be sent to registrants approximately two hours before the start of the event, and then again approximately 15 minutes before the start.
In conjunction with our current exhibit, Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism, La Grua Center and the Jewish Federation of Eastern CT are pleased to present the third in a three-part series of panel discussions focusing Are you interested in enjoying locally grown food this Thanksgiving? Healthy PlanEat, a new sustainable food startup, is offering a series of Thanksgiving pick up events. Order Saturday, November 14th through Thursday, November 19th at this link: https://bit.ly/hpthanksgiving2020
And pick up your order at one of the following pick up points:
East Lyme, Saturday, November 21st, 9:30 - 11 am at the East Lyme Town HallEssex, Sunday, November 22nd, 9:30 - 11 am at the Essex Town HallMiddletown, Sunday, Title IX: A Pop-Up by Bank Square Books will be opening in New London, CT for the holiday season. Title IX will be located at 345 State Street, known as The Cottage, on The Garde Arts Center property and will offer a curated selection of books ranging from bestsellers to children’s titles, with a focus on social justice themes.
Mystic’s Bank Square Books will be “popping up” in downtown New London this holiday season as part of a city wide initiative to revitalize the downtown business district. The
EB is prime contractor on design and production of new class of submarines, the nation's top strategic defense priority
General Dynamics Electric Boat announced today that the U.S. Navy has awarded it a $9.474-billion contract modification option for construction and test of the lead and second ships of the Columbia class, as well as associated design and engineering support.
Electric Boat is the prime contractor on the Columbia program, which will replace the aging Ohio class of ballistic missile Museum Appoints Christina Connett Brophy as Senior Vice President of Curatorial Affairs and Senior Director of Museum Galleries
Peter Armstrong is appointed the next president and CEO of Mystic Seaport Museum, the organization’s board of trustees announced today. An accomplished museum professional with more than 25 years of experience on two continents, Armstrong joins the Museum from the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, where he is Senior Director of Museum Operations and Education. The board also Vaccine candidate was found to be more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 in participants without evidence of prior SARS-CoV-2 infection in the first interim efficacy analysisAnalysis evaluated 94 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in trial participantsStudy enrolled 43,538 participants, with 42% having diverse backgrounds, and no serious safety concerns have been observed; Safety and additional efficacy data continue to be collectedSubmission for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to the U.S. Food and Drug
Three Rivers Community College is holding a Week-Long Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held each day from Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. It is free and open to all, and attendees can join at any time.
The Open House features speakers from a variety of The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s Emporium, a high-end thrift store in Woodstock employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, received a $2,432 grant from the Chelsea Groton Foundation to create inventory and storage space for donated items prior to their sale. “We were closed for several months due to the pandemic,” said Director of Community Enterprise Jennifer Ricci, “so the community was thrilled when we reopened in October—everyone was very supportive.” Donations once again poured in, The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Ellen Anderson of Stonington as its new Director of Development. Ellen comes to the Lyman Allyn with a wealth of experience, having spent over 30 years working in advancement, development, and fundraising. She assumed her new position with the Lyman Allyn on Oct. 20.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ellen as the new Director of Development,” said the Museum Director Sam Quigley. “We’re confident her experiences will help the Lyman Allyn grow
Mystic Seaport Museum announces Gowrie Group will sponsor a lecture series, Far Away Places – An Earlier Time, featuring the work of Carleton Mitchell. Mitchell, a yachtsman, author, and photographer, wrote extensively about the Caribbean and sailing and chronicled many significant events in yachting in the second half of the 20th century. Gowrie Group is Mystic Seaport’s long-time insurance partner.
“Mystic Seaport Museum is best known for our vessels, waterfront village, and exhibitions, yet the Museum The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the National Puppetry Conference on November 14, 2020! Join us (virtually) for any or all of the evening's events! The Pub Show will be hosted by Tyler Bunch & Jon Little, featuring Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Alice Gottschalk, Phillip Huber, Teatro Hugo & Ines, Mervyn Millar, Bernd Ogrodnik, and more! All funds raised support puppetry scholarships. Learn more and buy tickets.
Hilton Mystic is excited to offer a solution to the struggles of working from home. Book WorkSpaces by Hilton. Enjoy the privacy and complimentary Wi-Fi you need to be productive, plus a comfy chair and the peace of mind of Hilton CleanStay.
Escape the house and zoom into your next work meeting with the confidence of a quiet space. Each WorkSpace by Hilton room provides you with: Access to your Individually Climate Controlled WorkSpace from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Complimentary Premium Wi-FiKeurig Coffee and These sessions are open to all Connecticut artists!
NOVEMBER 10THSelf-Care Practice for Artists
Self-Care Practice for Artists is a workshop designed to offer a safe space and supportive environment for artists to come together and consult with a panel of coaches and healers who specialize in healing efforts for creative individuals. The workshop will address how to clear blocks, work through resistance, manage anxiety, and develop recovery routines so you can continue to create, even during Governor Lamont announced a strategic workforce development plan this week that will aid in the development of a more equitable, inclusive, and innovative workforce in Connecticut.
The modern workplace is changing faster than the education and government sectors. This plan addresses that shift and takes the appropriate actions to ensure current and future generations of workers can participate in the growth and innovation of the Connecticut economy.
The plan was developed by the Governor’s Workforce
The U.S. Small Business Administration seeks member nominations from veteran-owned small businesses and veterans service organizations to serve on the Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA).
Public Law 106-50, the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999, established the ACVBA to serve as an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the SBA Administrator, the Associate Administrator for SBA’s Office of Veterans Business Development, Congress,
Three area women joined the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center’s Board of Trustees on October 14 at the nonprofit’s annual meeting.
Rebecca M. Nolan, Jennifer Herbst and Claudia Bachmann-Bouchard join the board, which oversees the operation of the center. They will each serve a three-year term.
Nolan is a landscape architect who grew up in Mystic, and returned to the area in 2017. She lives in Pawcatuck. She is Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) where TVCCA’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is conducting its 25th Annual Winter Boot Drive to provide children in the region with a pair of warm winter boots in time for the holidays. Thanks to donors, last year, we delivered boots to 1,100 low-income children ranging from preschool through elementary school.
Requests for boots from schools, childcare centers, and town social service departments grow every year. Thanks to your support, we have been able to meet those requests and are counting on
Mystic Seaport Museum honored Hall of Fame sailor Thomas A. Whidden with the 2020 America and the Sea Award. The prestigious award recognizes those individuals and organizations whose extraordinary achievements in the world of maritime exploration, competition, scholarship, and design best exemplify the American character. The award was presented at a virtual gala fundraiser on Friday, October 23.
Whidden is the President and CEO of North Technology Groupand a 2017 inductee into the National Sailing Hall VETS ROCK 2020
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Mohegan Sun celebrates active duty military, veterans and reserves with a day of valuable programs and resources. This expo is focused on enhancing the lives of our service members by providing information on virtual job fair opportunities, veteran service organizations and other resources. Veterans, reserves and active duty members can pre-register for the free event as well as register if they are interested in being fitted for a suit through Save-A-Suit.
SCHEDULE Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is allocating $15 million from the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund, which utilizes federal CARES Act money, to fund innovative workforce programs that will provide job training to more than 1,000 displaced workers in the state and connect them to high-growth, in-demand jobs.
“This pandemic has drastically impacted the lives and livelihood of so many people in our state, and these workforce development programs are being expanded so that we can provide displaced
Local Treasures: Film Makers Christopher Kepple & Cormac O'Malley ~ A Call to ArtsWednesday, November 11 at 6pm
Join us for a virtual chat with the local film
Join us for a virtual chat with the local film maker Christopher Kepple and local historian Cormac O'Malley as they discuss their new documentary, A Call to Arts.
This film explores Helen Hooker and Ernie O’Malley’s lives and their contributions to the arts in a newly independent Ireland. The film examines the photography and sculpture of Helen The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland and Windham counties in Connecticut as a result of drought beginning on Sept. 15, 2020.
“When the Secretary of Agriculture issues a disaster declaration to help farmers recover from damages and losses LJ Shoreline Realty is sponsoring a stuff a truck event from November 21-November 24th in the parking lot of Gumdrops and Lollipops Sweet Shoppe at 334 Main Street in downtown Niantic. Stuff the LJ Shoreline Tundra with new pet supplies and food during this time. This drive will benefit the Waterford branch of the CT Humane Society.
Please come by with a donation! For info contact Laurie @ laurie@ljshoreline.com or 860-835-3804, or check out our Facebook page @ljshoreline It’s an afternoon of candy skulls, skeletons and dancing when Mexico Beyond Mariachi presents Sugar Skull! A Virtual Día de Muertos Adventure on Sunday, November 1 at 2 pm on Jorgensen Digital Stage. With a new script and pre-recorded educational content, Sugar Skull! has adapted their performance for a livestream show. The family-friendly performance tells the heartwarming story of the charismatic candy skeleton, Sugar Skull, as he follows the music to the ultimate party. During his adventure, he and the All funds raised go to End Alzheimer's
Open registration: November 1 - November 30
Entry fee: $100 to include 3 virtual classes
Photo submission deadline: Thursday, December 3
Email photos to: jtillinghast@elmbrookvillage.com
Drop-off deadline: Monday, December 7 Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has launched a newly redesigned and optimized CharterOak.org website that features new images and graphics, streamlined menus, a new financial knowledge section, and a fully responsive design that accommodates viewing from any device, from a desktop computer, to a smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
“CharterOak.org has become our convenient 24/7 virtual branch for the growing number of online visitors who apply for loans, get the latest on our products, or see what’s new with Registration opens on Monday, October 26 for the Winter Session at Three Rivers Community College. Courses fill quickly so early registration is encouraged. Winter Session classes run from Tuesday, December 29 to Tuesday, January 19, enabling students to earn 3-4 credits in just three weeks.
Most of the courses are offered completely online, enabling students to take classes from the comfort of home. Classes cover a broad variety of subjects and fulfill general education requirements. They range from U.S.
The Travelers Championship announced that the 2020 tournament generated more than $1.6 million for 115 local charities through the generosity of corporate sponsors, including Travelers.
“Despite being held as a TV-only event due to the pandemic, we’re grateful that we were able to generate a significant amount of money for local charities while keeping the players and our greater community safe,” said Travelers Championship Tournament Director Nathan Grube. “We’re fortunate to have so many wonderful
Chelsea Groton Bank’s Interns in Banking Rotational Internship Program is designed to provide consistent and valuable work experience for undergraduate students considering professional careers in the financial services industry. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.chelseagroton.com/careers by Friday, November 6, 2020.
All “Interns in Banking” begin with one full year in retail branch banking. Students will work and gain hands-on experience part-time during the school year, and
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is creating the Connecticut CARES Small Business Grant Program to assist small businesses and nonprofits that have been impacted by the economic downturn caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic. The program will provide businesses and nonprofits in Connecticut that have fewer than twenty employees or a 2019 payroll of less than $1.5 million with a one-time grant of $5,000.
To fund the program, the governor is committing $50 million from the state’s Coronavirus Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts will livestream four performances this fall on their new virtual platform, Jorgensen Digital Stage. The platform was created over the summer in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Jorgensen Digital Stage is as close as we all can get to live entertainment right now,” said Rodney Rock, Jorgensen director. “We’re dedicated to bringing back live performances when it is safe to do so – but for now, the virtual program we’ll be presenting is our effort to provide
Governor Ned Lamont announced today that the State of Connecticut will be providing up to $9 million in grants to certain nonprofit arts organizations in the state to help them recover more quickly from the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Utilizing federal CARES Act funding from the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund, the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s (DECD) Office of the Arts will administer the COVID Relief Fund for the Arts program with the goal of While our American Job Center offices in Montville, Willimantic and Danielson are currently closed, we want to help you find a job – virtually!
Since we cannot do in-person recruitments right now, the American Job Centers of Eastern CT are hosting Virtual Hiring Events to help you find employment. We are using a Zoom Platform which will let you interview one-on-one, face-to-face with an employer(s) for 15 minutes*.
Wednesday, October 21
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Participating Employers:Spherion
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. This action streamlines the PPP forgiveness process to provide financial and administrative relief to America’s smallest businesses while also ensuring sound stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
“The PPP has provided 5.2 million loans worth $525 billion to American small businesses, providing critical economic Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) today launched Comcast RISE, an initiative created to help strengthen and empower small businesses hard hit by COVID-19. The Comcast RISE program will help thousands of small businesses over the next three years. The multi-faceted program offers grants, marketing and technology upgrades, including media campaigns and connectivity, computer and voice equipment, as well as free marketing insights to all applicants.
U.S. small businesses have been particularly hard hit by Music Matters on YouTube: Classical-era Chamber Music by Haydn & Mozart
Saturday, October 24 at 5pm
[Please note the previously scheduled concert for this date and time, Schumann Chamber Duos, has been rescheduled to November 21st.]
Prerecorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link the concert will be shared with ticket holders the day of the concert.
Tickets $10 available through our website.Jesse Holstein, violinMiguel Vásquez, violoncelloMichael Bahmann, piano after Anton As communities around the world turn toward alternative energy solutions, Mystic Aquarium has unveiled a newly expanded exhibit that showcases a vast, largely untapped source of renewable energy: the ocean. From motion technology that converts the movement of waves, currents and tides into electricity, to offshore turbines that harness the power of wind and transfer that energy through underwater cables to power homes and businesses, Renewable Ocean Energy highlights the incredible potential of the ocean to Join the Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter in conversation with workplace leaders as we examine the unique challenges faced by working family caregivers, and how employers are responding during these difficult times.
Hear from experts in people operations, wellness, and research to learn how the increasing demands of working caregivers are affecting employee health, performance, and retention - and what you can do right now to make a difference.
October 21, 8:30 - 9:30 amREGISTER HERE
Chelsea Groton Bank’s Jennifer Pensa, EVP, Chief Innovation Officer, was amongst a group of 14 distinguished women named a Banking New England’s 2020 New England Women in Banking award recipient.
“Banking New England asked readers and banking professionals to nominate women deserving of the New England Women in Banking award. We set out to find the most talented, ambitious, innovative and philanthropic women who are achieving excellence and making a difference in these traditionally male-dominated
Artists Sunday™
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Let's Help Individual Artists Thrive!
Artists Sunday is an arts-focused shopping day the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, the largest shopping weekend of the year! The goal is simple: to help artists sell more of their work during the fall holiday season and to help shoppers find unique, personal and hand-made gifts for their loved ones!
Planted squarely in the midst of the largest holiday shopping weekend of the year, Artists Sunday aims to make the Sunday Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has earned the top 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial Inc. for its superior financial performance during the first half of 2020, indicating that Charter Oak is among the strongest financial institutions in the nation.
“We’re pleased to once again earn BauerFinancial’s top rating for our financial performance during the first six months of what has proved to be a very challenging year,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Despite the Otis Library’s 12th Annual O’tis a Festival is online this year! The festival of all things creative will be streaming live on Otis Library’s YouTube page on Saturday, November 21, from 10am to 3pm. Otis Library is taking this much-loved community event online for a virtual festival packed with entertainment and beautiful handmade crafts. Get all of your holiday shopping done from the comfort and safety of your own home. Enjoy the added satisfaction that you will be “shopping small” and supporting local
Join us in supporting Girls on the Run of Southeastern Connecticut and women in film at our 2020 virtual LUNAFEST! This traveling film festival, created by Luna Bar, features award-winning short films by, for, and about women. These films are thought provoking and will make you laugh, cry, and most of all, leave you inspired. The short films are not formally rated but recommended for ages 14 and up.
LUNAFEST is a national film festival that features 7 short films by, for and about women. All proceeds Fall foliage cart tour of Fox Hopyard Golf Club
Food stations, full harvest dinner in the outdoor pavilion. Firepits, S'mores, live music, cash bar
$50pp plus tax and gratuity
Oct 18, 2020 4pm
Reservations required 860-434-6644
Hartford HealthCare was ready to launch with fanfare its new Acute Spine Program at its Mystic HealthCenter in April, when the coronavirus pandemic began to surge in Connecticut.
The program still launched, but quietly. Linda Brozyna, RN, HHC spine nurse navigator, says that while the start was unexpectedly slow, once Connecticut went into its phased reopening, patients began to come through the program, referred from PCPs, ED, Urgent Care or specialists.
The program is designed to help patients with
Located within one of Connecticut’s premier waterfront communities, is The Cove at Gateway Commons in East Lyme, CT. The Cove is unparalleled among Connecticut apartment communities and has been redefined for an unmatched living experience with elements of sophistication throughout. Upon completion, there will be 120 apartment homes which include 60 Manor homes and 60 Townhomes.
We offer BRAND NEW One and Two Bedroom Manor Homes as well as Three Bedroom Town Homes – you can choose the home that best
Jack Collins has been honored by the Connecticut Law Tribune with a Lifetime Achievement Award. As Managing Partner for more than 20 years, Jack was primarily responsible for the evolution of Suisman Shapiro from a small legal practice to the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut. He has mentored many young lawyers to become leaders in their fields.
Below are some comments from his co-workers:
“When I first came to the firm in 1999, I worked directly under Jack. He’s had a major impact on my career
Seasonal Celebration features Pumpkin Carving, Jack-o-Lantern Walk, and Children’s Costume Parade
Mystic Seaport Museum celebrates fall and Halloween this year with Halloween Happenings, three family-friendly events spread over eight days, with the highlight being a Jack-o-Lantern Walk through the Museum grounds.
Beginning Monday, October 26 and running through Friday, October 30, the Museum will transform its grounds into a spooky, haunted trail lit by more than 500 jack-o-lanterns. At the end of the
Chelsea Groton Bank team members recently graduated from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC) Community Leadership (LEAD) Program, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT’s (Chamber ECT) Leadership Program, and the Connecticut Bankers Association’s (CBA) Connecticut School of Finance and Management (CSFM).
Nicole Goodrow, Customer Solutions Assistant Manager at the Waterford branch, graduated from the GNACC LEAD Program, which helps develop knowledgeable, committed, and action-oriented Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is hosting a job fair on Thursday, October 8th from 11am-7pm. Stop by Shopper Services to meet Tanger representatives and receive a list of participating stores, or to apply for a Customer Service Representative position. Hiring stores include Banana Republic, Clarks, Under Armour and more. Please be sure to bring your resume. If you are interested but unable to attend, please visit www.tangeroutlets.com/foxwoods/careers for a full list of open retail positions, or to apply for a Over the past two weeks, New London County has seen a 267% increase in the number of people testing positive with COVID-19. As of October 2, there are 154 new cases reported across the county. Because of the rising incidence in our communities, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital is restricting visitor access except under extenuating circumstances. The restrictions will become effective at 6 pm today and will apply at our inpatient and outpatient facilities.
Rare exceptions to this policy may be made at the
Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center are offering “Emotional Intelligence: Permission to Feel to Achieve Well-Being,” a Smilow Wellness Workshop webinar on Thursday, October 8 at 4 pm. The interactive online event is free via Zoom.
We have all experienced a roller coaster of emotions over the past few months. Emotions influence learning, decision-making, relationships, health and performance. However, it’s our control and ability to express emotions that empower us and give us emotional High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. is holding Raffle for a Cause. The November 29 drawing features the grand prize, a 2020 Subaru Forester 2.5i car. Second prize is a Apple iPad Mini, and third prize is an Amazon Echo Show.
Tickets for the Raffle for a Cause are available at highhopestr.org.About High Hopes
High Hopes is one of the oldest and largest therapeutic riding centers in the United States, operating since 1974 and accredited by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, Westbrook Outlets hosts a Harvest Festival October 10, 11am-4pm
Saturday, October 10th
Artisan & Farmer's Market Sidewalk SalesFamily Activities & PrizesPumpkin PatchFall Wreath Classes (Pre-Register Here)Free Hot Dog or Italian Ice for first 150 Shoppers to show a same-day Westbrook Outlets receipt (Limit 1 per family)
Featured Vendors:
Brianna’s Body ShopColorStreet Stylist (Aimee Herschberger)Duck Island DesignsEventful Design StudiosFrom the HeartGordita’s Candle CoItalian Ices of CTJewels by When: Thursday, October 15, 2020, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Virtually! Registration required. The link to join us will be emailed with your registration confirmation. We will be using Zoom meetings.
If you are new to Zoom virtual meetings and would like to learn more about how to join us, visit zoom.us for more information. Also feel free to call us at 860-912-5718 for technical advice prior to the event. We will not be able to resolve issues during the meeting. A link to the recording will be shared via email Join The Ledges Apartments HomesSaturday, October 17th
12 - 5 pm
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New London Mayor Michael Passero and other dignitaries will be recognizing the incredible efforts of Rotary Clubs across Connecticut. Connecticut’s 92 Rotary Clubs and their 4,000 members have raised and spent more than $500,000 to help our communities during the Covid-19 crisis. This massive effort to provide PPE, food, and financial support is an unprecedented effort for Rotary, and it is far from over. Rotarians will continue to work hard, in their cities and towns, to help those who need it as we battle
The 2020 High Hopes Holiday Market is going virtual – Save the Date! The virtual Market will open November 15 and conclude on Small Business Saturday, November 28.
We are currently developing, with the partnership of the talented design team at Julia Balfour, LLC, a one-of-a-kind shopping directory where we are able to connect our talented Market artisans and small businesses with a broad audience of conscientious consumers. Additionally, this platform will allow for meaningful interaction with consumers The Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund (CAEF) is now open for applications from eligible arts organizations.
Program OverviewEligibilityHow to ApplyRequired FormsProgram Timeline October 28 and 29
Now more than ever, gambling and gaming disorder are affecting Connecticut residents as we spend more time online due to the COVID-related quarantines. With the possible expansion of legal gambling options reaching new levels in scope and diversity, we invite you to our 40th Anniversary Annual Conference to learn how we can help ensure that Connecticut puts systems in place to promote responsible gambling while continuing to provide support and services for those impacted by problem Launched during the Phase 2 state reopening, the summer So Good To See You, Connecticut campaign wrapped up on Labor Day and the results are in.
While our marketing campaign aimed to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the tourism industry, we recognize that times have been very difficult for so many of our tourism partners. Please know that we remain dedicated to supporting you in whatever ways we can.
We hope you find these results encouraging — as the data does show that marketing can be effective
James E. Mitchell, PhD, was recently named chairman of the Board of Directors of L+M Healthcare and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, succeeding B. Michael Rauh. Mitchell has served on the hospital board since 2013, most recently as secretary.
“We are fortunate to have a leader like Jim Mitchell as our chairman,” said Patrick L. Green, president and CEO of L+M Healthcare. “Jim has been an integral part of our board, and has been a tremendous asset as we have transformed the organization through our A $1,572 grant to Mystic Seaport Museum awarded by Connecticut Humanities will enable the Museum to hold a free online lecture series related to its new exhibition, Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea, which brings rarely-seen hand-crafted artifacts from the Museum’s collection to light. Three different speakers – Dr. Hester Blum, Nicolas Fox, and Dr. Nicole Williams – will explore Sailor Made from different perspectives, and encourage participants to dig deeper into the stories of the objects and their We are excited to announce the date for our Fall 2020 Virtual Career & Internship Fair will be October 14. The event will run from 1 to 5 pm and you will be able to utilize your preferred video platform to connect with our students (Zoom, WebEx, TEAMS, etc.). The fee for the fair is $50.00.
In addition to the opportunity to communicate 1 v 1 with our students, you may also opt to include a group chat option. Should you choose to do both, you will want to have at least 2 representatives participate in Following a newly issued directive from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Connecticut Department of Public Health Acting Commissioner Dr. Deidre Gifford has signed an order rescinding previously issued orders limiting visitation at long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, that were issued to protect the health of nursing home residents in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Department of Public Health has issued new COVID-19 guidelines for visitation, and today’s Consider involving family and friends from across the country and around the world
The 43rd annual Jack O’Keefe Memorial Strides Road Race, sponsored by The Arc Eastern Connecticut, will kick off in modern style going virtual this year. “Virtual road races are nothing new amid the pandemic, which has forced many agencies to think outside the box,” said Kathleen Stauffer, CEO of The Arc ECT. “So many people look forward to this event, and we knew we had to find a way to keep it going.”
This year’s race
Panel Discussion & Exhibit Opening: Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism
Wednesday, October 7 at 6pmFree
Register at lagruacenter.org
For questions contact: La Grua Center at 860.535.2300
The Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism exhibition will kick off at La Grua Center with a free hour-long panel discussion featuring exhibit contributors on Wednesday, October 7 at 6pm on Zoom; ticket reservations are necessary and available free of charge at lagruacenter.org.
The exhibit highlights
Throughout its 166-year history, Chelsea Groton Bank has won countless awards for helping their customers and communities achieve their goals. Now for the fifth year in a row, employees have bestowed the Bank with the 2020 Top Workplaces honor based on a survey of Connecticut employers, sponsored by the Hartford Courant.
“We are truly grateful to accept this honor from the Hartford Courant for another consecutive year. Knowing it was earned in response to our team’s feedback about Chelsea Groton’s work ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth ConnectiCare center in Shelton. The new Shelton center is replacing its Bridgeport location and will have more space to better serve members. Additional ConnectiCare centers are located in Farmington, Manchester, Norwalk, and Waterbury.
ConnectiCare center associates help members better understand and use their health plans, and make informed decisions about doctors, coverage, and staying well. Center Mitchell College was recently awarded more than $44,000 in grants from the Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable (SNEC) Foundation. The award will fund three separate projects for Mitchell’s marine research program, including a laboratory upgrade, research on marine invasive species, and a beach restoration project. Dr. Christine Ramsay, life sciences professor, will lead the projects, which will incorporate additional science students into her lab as student research assistants this
On Sept. 23, 48 Fox Pest Control Pest Pro technicians picked up litter from Southbank Park and the Sunnyside Boat Ramp for an annual service project.
Returning to the area that they cleaned last year, the team found it more impactful this year due to the effects of COVID-19. Because of the virus, the community had not been able to maintain its scheduled trash pick up. In total, eight large trash bags were filled with litter.
“The Shelton area holds a special place in our hearts. It was great to see This week, Connecticut’s statewide meetings, conventions and sports events sales and marketing organization boosts its strategic outreach efforts with a dynamic new website that is designed to attract new and returning meetings/events to the state. The Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) officially introduced its new website, www.CTMeetings.org, at the organization’s virtual September 23rd Partner/Membership meeting.
“Our website address, CTMeetings.org, remains the same but the platform, Feed the Family 4 Free Project
October 7, 12:00-4:00 pm
OIC, 106 Truman StreetRead the Flyer here Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 rankings
Advanced Group is celebrating! Not only are we on the Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 rankings for the 7th consecutive year, we also moved up over 50 ranks to #251 on the list! Every year we compete with other remodelers from across the country for our slot on the list, and we are thrilled to be moving up the national list! Advanced Group was chosen as a 2020 Top 500 remodeler by the Qualified Remodeler editorial staff for meeting a set of criteria including installed The Emporium, an upscale thrift store on 22 RT 171 in Woodstock, will be reopening for shopping on October 5th. One of The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s micro-enterprises, The Emporium provides people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the skills they can use to secure competitive employment with area businesses. “We’re so happy to be able to finally re-open again,” said Jennifer Ricci, Director
of Community Enterprise at The Arc. “Our employees are eager to get back to work, and while we
were Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm
Writer and Journalist Connie Shultz
Media Matters Series
Join us for a virtual chat with Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and journalist Connie Schultz, in conversation with former New York Times editorial writer Maura Casey.
Connie will discuss her first novel, The Daughters of Erietown, which came out in June, as well as reflect on current events and happenings in the world today.Tickets $40 (pick up book in-store at Bank Square after event) or $45 (ticket + shipping Generations Family Health Center and Northeast District Department of Health Produce Hip-Hop Song and Music Video to Promote Mask-Wearing Among Young Adults
Fresh off the paws of creating Norm, the COVID-19 Community Watch Dog to help children pre-K through 5th grade develop and maintain healthy habits and reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19, Generations Family Health Center and the Northeast District Department of Health (NDDH) have teamed up again to produce a hip-hop song and music video to promote The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting everyone in Connecticut to join the fight to end this disease by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on three different weekends this fall.
The Connecticut Walks to End Alzheimer’s will continue, and instead of hosting large gatherings, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging people to walk as individuals or in small groups on sidewalks, tracks and trails across our state.
This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), and event organizer Neff Productions, is hosting a Kids & Family Fishing Tourney at City Pier on Saturday, September 26th from 11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. This kids’ fishing event is catch-and-release and open to participants with all levels of experience. Parents and guardians are welcome to participate; however, supplied fishing poles will be reserved for participants under age 16. Masks are mandatory, there will be a health screening, and social distancing
Governor Ned Lamont today announced details for his plans to move Connecticut into Phase 3 of the state’s reopening amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The plan, which is targeted to take effect on Thursday, October 8, 2020, will ease some of the restrictions that were put into place on businesses and gatherings, while ensuring that the state continues taking a safe approach to limit spread of the virus.
“The reason why we are able to have a discussion about even entering into Phase 3 is because of All photographers from the region are invited to submit up to three works in color or black & white for consideration in this year’s juried photography exhibition at the Hygienic Galleries.
Offered only once per year, this will be the tenth iteration of The f-Stops Here.
Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Drop off: Friday/Saturday Oct. 9-10th, 12-7pm & Sunday Oct. 11th 12-4pm, Tuesday, Oct. 13th 12-7pm*Juror: TBDSubmission fees: $15 for one piece, $25 for two, $30 for threeSubmissions The Main Street program was founded 40 years ago during a time of crisis, when our traditional downtowns were left for dead. We know how to come back!
Join CT Main Street and this ensemble of dedicated and talented downtown professionals for a conversation about what they've learned during the pandemic - and how they're helping small businesses and their communities.
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
Speakers:
Tripp Muldrow, FAICP, Partner, Arnett Muldrow &
The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce nonstop service to four new destinations from Bradley International Airport on JetBlue. These new destinations include Las Vegas (LAS), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO) and Cancún, Mexico (CUN).
“One of Connecticut’s best competitive assets is its international airport in such close proximity to so many of our communities and employers,” said Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont. “This strengthening of the partnership with JetBlue shows once While our American Job Center offices in Montville, Willimantic and Danielson are currently closed, we want to help you find a job – virtually!
Since we cannot do in-person recruitments right now, the American Job Centers of Eastern CT are hosting Virtual Hiring Events to help you find employment. We are using a Zoom Platform which will let you interview one-on-one, face-to-face with an employer(s) for 15 minutes*
Wednesday, September 30
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Participating Employers:
Project Genesis – Wednesday September 30, 6pm
via Zoom
The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that George Packer is to speak on his biography of diplomat Richard Holbrooke at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday September 30 via Zoom.
In his book “Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century”, George Packer tells the story of Richard Holbrooke, the diplomat who was the force behind the Dayton Accords that ended the Balkan War, but who failed to achieve the post of Secretary of Bank to host three free, secure, and safe shred and recycling events
Many have spent a lot of time at home over the last six months, and likely had an opportunity to go through old bank statements, bills, tax documents and other sensitive records. If you haven’t yet been able to securely shred this paperwork, Chelsea Groton Bank is providing FREE secure document shredding services this fall, to protect confidential information and avoid identity theft.
“The number of people who are victimized
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, Connecticut has once again been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. That means that, even in the current climate, Chelsea Groton Bank is able to excel in such areas as capital adequacy, profitability and asset quality. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 106 consecutive quarters, especially now, makes this accomplishment even more
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey for outstanding patient experience.
The Guardian of Excellence Award recognizes top-performing health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above for performance in Patient Experience. This is the first time the hospital has received the prestigious award.
The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award is a nationally
To help participants stay safe, the 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo is being hosted virtually. During the entire month of September, participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome to cycle, walk, or run.
Participants will have the entire month of September to complete a wide range of physical challenges and reach fundraising benchmarks to receive virtual bingo cards and earn prizes. Challenges and fundraising benchmarks include:Ride, walk, or run 10 miles.Ride, walk, or run 25 miles.Complete a We are pleased to announce our new website! Visit us to see our diverse content and read a little about the team we continue to build upon, and what services we offer. Steve DeGraff has added CExP to his list of achievements, as a Certified Exit Planner, Steve can help you with all aspects of the life cycle of your business. The Connecticut Office of the Arts is pleased to announce the recipients of the FY21 Supporting Arts grants program. We thank you for your interest in the program and send our best wishes for success! Congratulations!
The Supporting Arts grant program provides unrestricted funding to help support Connecticut's arts organizations and municipal arts departments as they pursue their mission. This type of grant is flexible rather than for specific projects or programs and gives the grantee the ability to use
In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this summer I signed a new law that gives all registered voters in Connecticut the ability to vote during the November 3, 2020 General Election using an absentee ballot. While it is important to note that polls will still be open like normal from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day and you can vote in-person if you want, all registered voters also have the option this year of voting by absentee ballot.
If you want to vote by absentee ballot in CVS is able to send a pharmacist to your business or organization to administer flu shots to your employees to keep them healthy this flu season. Please go to https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/flu/clinics for more information and to sign up for a date and time that works for your organization. These clinics are a great way to boost employee morale! Each employee's insurance card will be run separately and 95% of insurances cover flu shots in full making this free for your company!
FREE online Virtual event to benefit adults with intellectual disabilities.. There will be entertainment, inspirational stories, a DJ afterparty and of course Auction fun! The event will feature Sarah Cody of WTNH News Channel 8 as the emcee and nationally recognized Auctioneer/Comedian Justin James will bring laughter and fun to our online auction.
The link to get the app and register for FREE virtual seats/access to the auction & the livestreamed event on October 30th is:
Gallery opening in Harris Building:
Cathy Fosnot, a long-term resident of New London most known for her work in math education, is opening a new gallery in the Harris Building at 165 State St. (Atrium 102) on Friday, September 18 at 6pm. The opening exhibition will be her own works, which she created as the global pandemic forced closures. The exhibition opening will be from 6-8PM and runs through October 10th. A duo of musicians from the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra will perform in the Atrium
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center welcomes Tiffani Gavin as its next Executive Director. Gavin helms the nationally-recognized, award-winning institution and leads its professional development programs for puppetry, plays, musicals, and cabaret, as well as the flagship undergraduate program, the National Theater Institute.
Prior to joining the O’Neill, Gavin held managerial and creative development roles in both nonprofit and commercial theater, including serving as managing director at the American
Benefit-in-a-BoxOrder now through September 21 Even though we can’t gather under the tent for our 38th Annual Benefit Auction, you can still support our most important fundraiser of the year by ordering your own portable FloGris party! With our Benefit-in-a-Box idea, we’ll provide all you need – wine, glasses, chocolate, fancy napkins, the works! – to celebrate the Museum and support its mission from a safe distance. And as you toast the Museum at home or with friends, we hope you’ll post pictures with
The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the first two funding recipients for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program. ThinkMystic, a project formed in partnership between Mystic tourism entities and attractions, and Wide Open, a program organized by the Last Green Valley Heritage Corridor, each received funding to promote tourism opportunities for their respective regions. The ERTD has been allocated $180,000 for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program by the
This year’s Big E may be cancelled, but your Connecticut Building favorites are still on!
We’ve created a brand-new Connecticut Building experience so you don’t have to be on the fairgrounds to savor the Big E’s best treats.
Order maple candied bacon kits right to your door or get special deals to visit your favorites in-person — like the famous baked potatoes from Danny’s Smokehouse Grill! You can even order handmade gifts or treats for Fido, all from the comfort of your home. There’s so much to Join us virtually for the 20th Annual Monte Cristo Award. We'll be celebrating former CEO/Producer Preston Whiteway with many O'Neill friends from his 16-year tenure!
Sunday, October 4 at 8pm
Tickets start at $25.
Performers and special guests to be announced. Tickets & More here. Party Packages from Ivy's Simply Homemade & Beer'd are available for CT-based attendees. Employment Considerations for the Return of COVID-19 Shut Downs
Many business and human resources leaders were caught off guard when state governors ordered non-essential businesses to close and workers to stay at home in March 2020. With states witnessing the rise of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths, some expect state governors to once again impose severe limitations on non-essential businesses and workers.
Robinson+Cole Labor and Employment Group partner Matt Miklave will examine ways for In an effort to help small business owners reduce their energy costs and impact on the environment during this difficult time, Eversource is extending its enhanced incentives for common energy saving measures for small businesses to October 15.
Any small business in an Eversource service territory can visit the Energize Connecticut website: https://www.energizect.com/your-business/solutions-list/virtual-pre-assessment-small-business-energy-advantage or call 877-WISE-USE to learn more and request an The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), Town of Westerly, Eastern Surfing Association (ESA), and North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) announce the 9th Annual Catch-A-Curl Youth Surf Competition and Beach Cleanup. The event will be held at the Westerly Town Beach (365 Atlantic Avenue) in Rhode Island on Saturday, September 19.
Catch-A-Curl is open to beginners through advanced youth surfers. The beach cleanup will follow the competion. Kids can try surfing with The Day Publishing Company, publisher of The Day newspaper, is launching a new weekly publication on Oct. 1, 2020 to cover the news in the eight (8) communities that comprise the greater Norwich area.
The Norwich Times joins the roster of the company’s 15 other free weekly newspapers that span the Connecticut coastline from East Haven to the Rhode Island border.
With a distribution of more than 28,000, The Norwich Times will reach 100% of the households in Norwich, Bozrah, Franklin, Sprague, Scotland, Join a virtual workshop on advantages of memory care communities and important information on infection control presented by Teepa Snow on September 24, 11:45 am-1 pm.
The event is for seniors, families, caregivers, professionals and will walk through infection control amid our current COVID climate, highlighting those with memory impairment challenges.
Space is limited, registration is available at this The scourge of domestic violence in our communities is only worsened by the ongoing pandemic. Victims — adults and children alike — face not only the physical harm of living in a violent home but, should they flee, are now more likely to encounter homelessness and hunger.
Safe Futures continues to help families and individuals navigate these crises, and your support is vital to that effort. This year’s Annual 4K Safe Walk is a virtual, multi-day event that allows participants to help raise the funds needed Happy 1st Birthday to Elmbrook Village on September 16th!
We can't believe that we are approaching our one year birthday.
To help with the celebration we will be hosting a Happy Birthday Elmbrook Village PARADE. What we would like to do is have your company join us by decorating your vehicle--Let's have some fun!
Here are the details for our Birthday PARADEStep 1
RSVP to this email to sign up to participate in the ParadeStep 2
Decorate your car with Birthday Wishes (the residents will be decorating the
As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO announces small ensemble performances in various locations in the near future through the program titled “Soundscape”. This will encompass non-traditional offerings that give patrons access to our musicians and orchestral music in a safe environment. Upcoming events are listed below, and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis since capacity may be limited due to social distancing measures:
Upcoming events:
Friday, September Thursday, September 17 at 6pm
Join us via Zoom for a virtual chat with puppeteer Pam, Arciero and her special friend Leona Lioness!
Pam Arciero is the Artistic Director of the National Puppetry Conference at the O'Neill Theater Center. Pam performs for film, television and theater, notably as a puppeteer with Sesame Street (Grundgetta Grouch, Oscar's girlfriend, and assorted characters) and for the Muppets for over 30 years. She is the Secretary of the Board of Directors for the Jim Henson Foundation.
The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut awarded more than $758,000 in scholarships to 309 students from across the region this year, an increase of 26 individual scholarships and over $33,000 in total awards from 2019.
This year’s scholarship season was different from last year in other ways as well. “The pandemic changed both the financial circumstances and college plans of a number of students, resulting in many recipients deciding to attend a local public institution instead of heading to a There is still time for classes at Three Rivers Community College this fall. Three Rivers offers 18 accelerated classes that begin later in the semester and are taught over a shorter period of time, 7- or 12-weeks.
Classes cover a variety of subjects and range from Elementary and Intermediate Algebra to Composition, US History II, General Psychology and more. It is a great way to squeeze in more credits to put towards a degree or certificate, or to start your college education. The full list of classes As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO announces small ensemble performances in various locations in the near future through the program titled “Soundscape”. This will encompass non-traditional offerings that give patrons access to our musicians and orchestral music in a safe environment. Upcoming events are listed below, and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis since capacity may be limited due to social distancing measures:
Upcoming events:
Friday, September 11, 12pm
Liberty Bank is accepting nominations for its 20th annual Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award. The application deadline is Friday, September 4 and the recipient will be recognized this fall.
Since 2001, Liberty Bank’s Foundation has presented the Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award to individuals who have made outstanding and ongoing contributions to the cause of promoting and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the communities served by the Bank. It is named in honor of the Two long-standing health partners in eastern Connecticut have teamed up to create “Norm the COVID-19 Community Watch Dog” to help children pre-K through 5th grade develop and maintain healthy habits and reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19.
Generations Family Health Center, a non-profit Federally Qualified Community Health Center serving eastern Connecticut since 1984, and the Northeast District Department of Health (NDDH), one of the longest-serving public health districts in the state, wanted to There's no rest for real shoppers this Labor Day. Westbrook Outlets features sidewalk sales September 5-7 and a special Artisan Market on Saturday, September 5, 11-4pm. Enjoy sales, prizes, and more this weekend! Check out the sales and deals. Westbrook Outlets features leading designer and name brands which offer savings of up to 70 percent off regular retail prices.
Suisman Shapiro is pleased to announce that two attorneys have been included in the 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States.
“Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of recognizing extraordinary lawyers in private practice through an exhaustive peer-review process. Nearly 40 years later, we are proud to Onward Leaders of Child and Family Agency, Inc., a nonprofit organization, will be hosting a virtual art auction this fall 6:00 PM, Wednesday, September 30 to 6:00 PM, Wednesday, October 7.
The Onward Leaders Virtual Art Auction will feature over 80 submissions ranging in style and value. Selections up for bid include paintings (oils, watercolors, pastels), drawings, photographs, prints, and crafts. Many featured artists hail from Southeastern Connecticut but also include notables from New York City, Pledge to #CreateTheVoteCT so YOUR voice is amplified alongside artists, cultural organizations, and residents for the future of our industry and state. Create the Vote CT is a nonpartisan public education campaign to raise awareness and support for the arts among voters and candidates running for public office. Learn more about Create the Vote CT and take the pledge The Cultural Coalition and the Connecticut Airport Authority, manager/operator of Groton – New London Airport, are seeking exhibitors for 2021. Artists, arts or community organizations with a desire and ability to take advantage of this unique exhibit space that engages new audiences, and who voluntarily partner in this endeavor, are encouraged to apply. More information and photos of previous exhibits HERE The Lyman Allyn Art Museum announces the opening of Stains Remain: Works by Michael Harvey, on view Aug. 29 through Nov. 1, 2020.
Harvey, an artist and writer who lives in Lyme, moved to New York in 1969, drawn by the art scene and the offer of a teaching position at The School of Visual Arts. The Lyman Allyn’s exhibition showcases recent paintings that contain personal elements – from conceptual and literary interests to contemplative values and the whimsical and humorous.
“It is, after all, who I am.
Arriving Saturday, August 28 for Haul Out Sunday, August 31 Dry Dock Hull Maintenance through September 18
How do you plan for an ocean voyage on the Tall Ship of Delaware during a pandemic? This week Kalmar Nyckel is voyaging from Wilmington for the first ocean voyage of 2020, with a small but mighty crew of 16 officers and volunteers who just completed a 2-week quarantine to safely voyage to Mystic Seaport Museum. The ship is going to “dry dock” which means it will be hauled out of the water for Credit Union Highlights Significant Achievements During First-Ever Virtual Annual Meeting
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union reported strong results during 2019, including its tenth consecutive year as this region’s top residential mortgage lender, record high donations to charitable and non-profit groups, and annual bonuses to its Gold Rewards members that exceeded $618,000.
During the credit union’s first-ever Virtual Annual Meeting on August 19th, Charter Oak President and Chief Executive
Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea Dives Deep into the Museum’s Collection to Explore the Rich and Surprising Creativity of the American Seafarer
When sailors went to sea in the 19th century, they faced difficult working conditions, cramped personal space onboard ship, and voyages that at times could stretch for months or even years. Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea, a new exhibition opening September 18 in the Museum's C.D. Mallory Building, explores the art that emerged out of this working world, In true community spirit, Always Home completed a major window replacement project this week thanks to The Edward & Mary Lord Foundation and a Rotary Foundation Humanitarian District Managed Grant that matches the support of the Mystic, Groton and Stonington Rotary Clubs. Installation of the new windows will improve safety and energy efficiency at two residential properties Always Home owns in Groton, CT.
Always Home’s mission is Preventing Family Homelessness. “The high cost of our region’s rental
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that 5 lawyers have been included in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.
Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and Join Advantage Personal Training clients and friends for a Coach led OUTDOOR workout at Esker Point Beach SATURDAY August 29th at 9am.This workout will be BODY WEIGHT and does not require any experience.
Please meet in the GRASS AREA at Esker Point. You do not need equipment but we suggest you bring a mat, towel and water bottle.This event is free but we suggest a $20 donation to the United Way of SECT to support our local community COVID Relief.Please reserve you spot on MINDBODY
The Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) announced a new wage reimbursement program to support Eastern CT jobseekers and employers. Funding is available from September until December 31, 2020. Participating employer hiring jobseekers through EWIB will be eligible to receive 100% wage reimbursement, up to $9,000/person.
To see how your company can participate:
Manufacturing/Other Sectors
Amanda Nagle
naglea@ewib.org
(860) 859-4100 x112
Healthcare
Rick Flath
rcflath@uecbiz.com Mystic Aquarium recently announced its annual Run/Walk for the Penguins fundraiser would go virtual in 2020, now through October 10. Not only will the new format allow the Aquarium’s community to continue its support of penguin conservation safely but also in fun and unique new ways. From adding a 10K option for running enthusiasts to a .5k waddle for the more sedentary, the goal remains to raise funds to benefit Mystic Aquarium’s mission programs including the conservation efforts of endangered African In association with its new exhibition, A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft, Mystic Seaport Museum will host Woodcraft Weekend August 29-30. Independent craftspeople and woodworkers will be spread throughout the Museum grounds displaying their projects and products, and providing demonstrations for visitors.
Participating artisans are:
Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island – Demonstrating a range of skills from sharpening and squaring a board to relief carving and carving in the roundTom Lauria – Scratch-built The ARTE-accesible Grant Program Now Accepting Applications!
The ARTE-accesible (Ar.Teh-Ock.Seh.See.Bleh) grant program supports activities that provide greater access to the arts by all persons with or without disabilities and to all individuals regardless of language.
Grants requests may range from $500 to $3,000 and can be used to support:
Program and service offerings to improve the experience for audiences of all abilities.Staff training and internal resource support to carry out accessible At its recent Annual Meeting, held at Creaser Park in Coventry, members of The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) elected new officers and board members.
Joining Board Chairman Mike Nelson of Norwich, CT are Myra Ambrogi of Plainfield, CT as Vice Chairman; Lisa Hayden of Sturbridge, MA as Secretary, and Marty Nieski of Woodstock, CT as Treasurer of the Board of Directors.
Current board member Karyn DiBonaventura of Pomfret, CT was re-elected to a three-year term. DiBonaventura is owner of Longmeadow
Tuesday, September 1, 7pm
Live Stream featuring best selling author Jeff Benedict in conversation with NBC30 Sports Anchor Michael Holley
Streaming live from Boston MA and New London, CT – in the room at the Garde Arts Center where the book was written – watch the national kick-off of the new book The Dynasty, the definitive inside story of the New England Patriots—the greatest sports dynasty of the 21st century.
Join in the live online conversation with Connecticut’s own Jeff Benedict, the #1 New Today, the Connecticut Port Authority (CPA) approved the appointment of John Henshaw as its new executive director, effective September 8th, 2020. In his role, Henshaw will be responsible for fostering the economic development of Connecticut’s maritime economy and overseeing the development and growth of Connecticut’s small harbors and three deepwater ports. Henshaw comes to the CPA after serving as the executive director of the Maine Port Authority for over 10 years and after serving as commissioner for Please Join Us for Yoga Overlooking The Vines
Saturday, August 22nd and Saturday, September 26th
Yoga & Wine in Support of Hartford HealthCare at Home Center for Hospice Care at Preston Ridge Vineyard
To register or for more information, please go to www.prestonridgevineyard.com Norwich Community Development Corporation is seeking help from the local business community to build upon their awareness of what is happening during COVID. Findings from the April Survey were reported to various community leaders to help them understand the scope of the challenge the business community is facing.
“We are trying to check in on the pulse of what is happening in our community,” stated NCDC President Jason Vincent. He added, “If you own or operate a business, please take this quick survey.
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Bidding Monday, August 10 to Saturday, August 22 at 10amAuction website for ticket purchase and bidding via this link.FREE ONLINE AUCTION VIEWING & BIDDINGGarden party for 20 at Stone Acres, a weekend at a private Vermont home, fine dining gift cards, experiences to learn new skills, and more!
$100 OCEAN HOUSE RAFFLE, ONLY 200 E-TICKETS AVAILABLE2 nights, exclusive 2-bedroom condo at Watch Hill’s Ocean House, chance of a lifetime!
$150 MYSTERY COCKTAIL PARTIES, PRICE We are excited to announce that we are opening a Beer’d Garden in The American Velvet Mill, steps away from our Stonington taproom’s front entrance! (If you’ve been to one of our Anniversary parties, then you know the spot).
Our new Stonington hours of operation are:
Wednesday 4 - 9 pm
Thursday 4 - 9 pm
Friday 4 - 9 pm
Saturday 12 - 8 pm
Sunday 1 - 5 pm
We will continue to offer online beer sales and 4pks to go out of the taproom. For the time being, our Groton location will remain curbside pick The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is dedicated to igniting change and sparking action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, and recover.
To support the military spouse small business community, the SBA in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes, is hosting a virtual SBA Military Spouse Entrepreneur Summit on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 via the Zoom webinar platform.
Working closely with federal agencies, military and veteran service
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the State of Connecticut is making available an additional $160 million in funding for school districts to safely reopen, assist them with costs associated with responding to COVID-19, and support local operations for the 2020-21 academic year.
The Coronavirus Relief Funds announced today will complement the $15 million already committed from the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEER) and $111 million from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief
Eversource’s battalion of line and tree crews continue working non-stop to restore power and, in some cases, rebuild the electric system after the widespread, historic damage caused by Tropical Storm Isaias. While adhering to strict COVID-19 safety protocols, crews have restored power to more than 80,000 since yesterday and expect restoration to the nearly 75,000 customers still without power to be substantially complete by Tuesday at 11:59 p.m. Due to high heat expected today and over the next several Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's 15th Annual Drive fro Diabetes Golf Tournament
Monday, September 21, 2020
Lake of Isles
For online registration, payments and additional information visit https://drive4diabetes.mptn-nsn.gov/register/
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s Drive for Diabetes golf tournament. This highly anticipated event takes place on Monday, September 21, 2020 at the world class Lake of Isles golf course, located in North Stonington,
Shark Week Kicks off August 9
Discovery Channel’s Shark Week has become somewhat of a pop culture phenomenon. For Mystic Aquarium and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC), the more talk about sharks, the better. As the two New England organizations join in the excitement, they also join forces.
Mystic Aquarium and AWSC will be co-hosting a virtual Shark Trivia Challenge on Facebook Live on Tuesday, August 11 at 7pm as part of each organization’s week-long celebration of sharks. While the
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
L+M earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke
Chelsea Groton Bank team members recently earned bachelor degrees, financial diplomas and certifications in various banking specialties.
Two team members earned degrees from Southern New Hampshire University: Rebecca Dambach, Customer Solutions Specialist in Sprague, earned a Bachelor of Accounting and Marielle Winkelman, AS, Customer Solutions Manager in Waterford, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.
The Center For Financial Training (CFT), dedicated to
Gourmet Galley is open for catering. With over 20 years experience, they are ready to take care of you and your guests safely. Contact Gourmet Galley to plan the curated party you've been dreaming about for the past few months.
This week, enjoy the final week of Gourmet Galley at Home meals for pick up or delivery. Place your order by Wednesday at 4pm for Friday. The menu this week includes lobster and corn salad, coriander lime grilled shrimp, miso glazed sea bass, veal sirloin strip steak, buttermilk Thames River Innovation Places (TRIP) has released a Request for Proposals soliciting new ideas that leverage and enhance the local Blue Economy to benefit the region. Non-profits, for-profits, individuals, and municipalities are all encouraged to apply by August 21st.
TRIP defines the BlueTech space as a convergence of traditional maritime industries with the advanced technology sector, covering a broad spectrum of activities, for the mutual economic benefit of the greater Thames River region. The Energy company responding to nearly 700,000 power outages across its service territory BERLIN, Conn.
Hundreds of Eversource line, tree and service crews worked through the night after Tropical Storm Isaias and associated tornadoes tore through Connecticut causing widespread and historic damage to the company’s electric system. Operating under its COVID-19 pandemic plan and adhering to strict social distancing, hygiene and enhanced sanitation measures to safeguard the health and well-being of workers and Hard Rock Cafe at Foxwoods says thank you to our frontline healthcare workers, in a Legendary way. Visit Hard Rock Cafe for a free Legendary Burger. Sign in with your valid health or emergency service ID. Valid until August 21, 2020. Higher Edge is pleased to announce that Sara Bailey, John Bairos, and Tashawn Ward have joined its board of directors.
“Sara has had a longstanding interest in our work, John has served as a volunteer, and Tashawn is a Higher Edge alumnus,” said Theresa Armendarez, Higher Edge Executive Director. “Their professional backgrounds and commitment to improving access to higher education for low-income and first-generation college bound students will be an asset to the board,” added Kristi Kelly, President,
Food drive on August 8, 9-12. hosted by the Young Leaders United and United Way of Southeastern CT at Groton Stop & Shop on Route 12. History in the Impressionist LandscapeWednesday, August 12 from 11am to 12pm Join Curator Amy Kurtz Lansing for a highlights tour that reveals the presence of multiple histories in landscape paintings by the Lyme Impressionists. Learn about ties between Native Americans, European settlers, enslaved peoples, and the lands depicted. The lecture takes place virtually via GoTo Webinar and a link to access the event will be sent when participants register. This event is free but registration is
Three Rivers Community College is excited to announce the addition of a new certificate program, Data Analytics Certificate. Analytics is one of the most in-demand skills needed to drive strategic decision-making, and data analytic jobs are among the fastest growing and highest paid.
Students in this certificate program will learn to gather and analyze data, as well as explore tools and techniques to make better recommendations. Employers will also find this certificate program the perfect way for their The Hygienic Artists' Cooperative presents As We Know It featuring
Casey Spec
Ryan Whiston
Bess Gaby
Troy Zaushny
Joseph Rivera
Link to the Hygienic Art Upcoming Exhibitions Page
The reception will be held outside in the Art Park with the artists on Saturday, August 8th from 6:30-9:00 pm and the exhibit will be on display in the Underground Gallery.
CASH BAR and BYOF from local restaurants (menus and service provided by HOT RODS)!
Stay informed with details from our Hygienic Art Facebook Event to Feature Live Demonstrations, Workshops
Mystic Seaport Museum will hold its annual Antique Marine Engine Exposition Saturday and Sunday, August 15-16.
A collection of more than 150 antique marine engines will be on display, including inboards, outboards, gasoline, diesel, electric, and naphtha engines. The event is one of the largest gatherings of marine engines in the country.
Workshops and activities will be held throughout the event, which is set in the Museum’s Henry B. duPont Preservation Waterford, CT – The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center , National New Play Network , The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival , and Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation jointly announce the selection of four directors from a nationwide pool of applicants for the 2020 National Directors Fellowship:
Adam M. Kassim
Kholoud Sawaf
Blayze Teicher
Sharifa Yasmin
In addition to Goldberg, the selection committee included: Nan Barnett (Executive Director, National New Play Network), Estefania
With the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias expected to begin impacting New England Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning, Eversource is closely monitoring the track of the strong storm. While continuing to operate under its COVID-19 pandemic plan and adhering to its strict social distancing, hygiene and enhanced sanitation measures to safeguard the health and well-being of workers and customers, the energy company’s line and tree crews are ready to respond to any damage or outages caused by this
Citizens Bank announced today that it will award grants to minority-owned small businesses in recognition of the value that they bring as a vital part of our communities. With this program, Citizens will award 100 grants of $15,000 each ($1.5 million total) to 100 minority-owned businesses (customers and non-customers) across the Citizens 11 state footprint, extending its ongoing small business grant program.
“These grants, part of our ongoing $10 million commitment to promote social equity and Stonington, CT - The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is pleased to host a virtual art show featuring over 30 local artists - Getting to the heART of Distance Learning - to engage the public and raise funds to support future virtual learning experiences that support students across the region in this challenging time.
NESS lauched a full catalog of 15 online experiential learning courses for students from Pre-K through high school. The programs are designed to bring the NESS brand of Three Rivers Community College is holding a Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held Thursday, August 6 from 6:00–7:00 p.m. It is free and open to all; attendees simply need to register in advance at www.threerivers.edu/openhouse.
The Open House features speakers from a variety of departments. The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling invites you to submit a presentation for consideration for our upcoming 40th Anniversary Conference, which will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Glastonbury, Connecticut.
This conference will bring together a variety of mental and public health professionals as well as educators, students, people in recovery, community advocates, policymakers and industry representatives. We'll be exploring emerging trends and best practices Debuting Friday, July 24
11 Annual Stonington Artists Show Online
We are pleased to be presenting our Annual Stonington Artist show, now in its 11th summer, this year online! On Friday evening, July 24, a gallery of the images will be posted on our Facebook page, along with prices and information about the pieces. We hope you enjoy this new and temporary format, and look forward to when we can invite patrons back into our space again. On Wednesday, July 22, 2020, Attorney Kristi D. Kelly was honored by the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) as a recipient of the Honorable Anthony V. DeMayo Pro Bono Award during a virtual ceremony, “Celebrate with the Stars.” She was nominated for this prestigious recognition by the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center (CVLC), whose mission is to provide legal advocacy for veterans recovering from homelessness and mental illness to overcome barriers to housing, healthcare and income.
Adam J. Cohen, Pro Bono New program to provide matching funds to support tourism opportunities and venues in eastern ConnecticutThe Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program, a program that will provide funding to support eastern Connecticut’s tourism economy. Eastern Connecticut businesses non-profits and municipalities are encouraged to develop marketing plans, which could then be funded by the program if approved. Plans should focus on marketing eastern Stonington, CT - The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is pleased to announce the addition of Hartford HealthCare (HHC) Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, David A. Whitehead, to the NESS Board of Directors.
"Dave is a tremendous addition to our Board. His business experience and community-mindedness very much align with the NESS mission," said Jane Leipold, NESS Board Chair. "Having Dave on board further reinforces reinforces the fact that both Get Your Daily Dose of Iron!
at the
15th Annual Catholic Charities Golf Tournament
September 16, 2020
at Norwich Golf Course, Norwich, CT
Registration 11:00AM
Shotgun Start 12:30PM
Due to the pandemic and CT safety food regulations, there will be a change to consist of Catered Food Stations throughout the golf course from 11:30 am till 5:30 pm. Awards will be posted at ccfsn.org
Sponsorships still available! For information, registration, and sponsorships, contact Susan Connelly, 860-889-8346 While schools, restaurants and shops closed their doors these past few months, the Wireless Zone- Verizon Premium Wireless Retailers in Groton, New London, Glastonbury, North Windham, Killingly, Putnam and Westerly were not only fortunate enough to remain open to serve their customers as an essential business, but were able to generously give back to their community as well. With over $40,000 being donated to local nonprofit organizations and anticipating the 4th Annual Backpack Giveaway on July 26th, the A message from the State of Connecticut encouraging businesses and community organizations to spread the word about testing for COVID-19. Help everyone understand that test is important, safe, free, and confidential. Follow the links at the bottom of the message to assess printable posters and other resources.
From the State of Connecticut:
Connecticut continues to advance in its fight against COVID-19. We have taken steps to reduce the spread - by taking precautions such as staying home when possible, BERLIN, Conn. (July 16, 2020) – As part of its efforts to support customers facing financial hardship and other challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, Eversource is encouraging customers to closely manage their energy supply options so that they do not overpay an alternative supplier. According to the Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel, in April 2020, residential Eversource customers who chose suppliers paid in aggregate approximately $1.5 million more than the Standard Offer for their electric Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has awarded more than $183,000 in community giving during the first six months of 2020, including $75,000 in emergency funding to lessen food shortages across the region caused by the COVID-19 health crisis and $90,000 in scholarships to high school and college students throughout eastern Connecticut.
“The Coronavirus has impacted every agency in eastern Connecticut serving those in need, so we made sure that we increased our community giving during the first six months The Artist Fellowship program provides recognition and funding support for Connecticut Artists and Creatives to pursue new work and advance their artistic careers.
Three (3) grant designations awarded:Artistic Excellence - $5,000Artist Fellowship - $3,000Emerging Recognition - $1,000
Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Be sure to review the program guidelines to learn more about eligibility and program requirements.
Application Deadline:
11:59 PM, September 22, 2020
Contact: Contact: Anthony Cronin, AVP-Director of Marketing
860.446.3254
acronin@cofcu.com
Waterford, CT – July 15, 2020 – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has been named a “Best-In-State” credit union for the third consecutive year in the annual Forbes Media survey of the nation’s best financial institutions.
“This is an honor to be chosen for the third straight year as one of the best credit unions in Connecticut by such a respected organization as Forbes,” said Brian A. Historic square-rigger will depart Mystic Seaport Museum for two weeks of sail training and sea trials in New London before making journey to her home port
Plymouth, Massachusetts (July 15, 2020) – Plimoth Plantation, the living history museum of 17th century Massachusetts, is delighted to announce that MAYFLOWER II, its 64-year-old historic reproduction of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to the shores of historic Patuxet in 1620, will begin the voyage home to Massachusetts on July 20, 2020.
The Select Stores supporting the Community
Sunday, July 26 | 1-4pm
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While supplies last, one per child.
"COVID-19 may have shut down our schools and our businesses, but it hasn’t put an end to some old-fashioned community service. As it has done in the past, Verizon Wireless Zone stores will be handing out free backpacks to local children who come into their stores." - Kelly Hodgkins
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Norwich ̶ Three Rivers Community College is pleased to release the Spring 2020 Dean’s List for publication. Students earn their place on the Dean’s List by receiving a 3.4 or higher grade point average based on a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Full Name CityStateSamari Adan-CabanasNorwichCTJherymel M. AdilleNorwichCTMarissa R. AlfieldGales FerryCTZachary J. AmaranteMysticCTMelissa AmaroColchesterCTDakota E. AndersonMoosupCTLuis E. AndinoGales FerryCTMaria M. AndradeNorwichCTWilly AndujarNorwichCTJulia N. We’ve resumed our popular “This Weekend” page on CTvisit.com, which promotes events and drives traffic to our tourism attractions.
To let these highly motivated consumers know about your business’ happenings, please create new event listings or update your events on CTvisit.com, whether they are virtual or in-person.
If you want to create a new event listing, please start here. To create new events associated with your existing listing, please log into your account by starting here. If you have any NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a tasty new exhibition on July 18 highlighting the works of iconic sculptor and installation artist Peter Anton. The exhibition entitled Sweet Dreams: Confectionery Sculpture, which will be on view through October 18, showcases oversized sculptures of sweets using scale and intensity to lure, charm, ease, disarm and surprise viewers during a time of global distress.
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The IRS issued Notice 2020-54 to help employers properly report 2020 emergency paid sick leave and expanded family medical leave wages paid to employees under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.Learn More Here
The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation, in collaboration with the Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition, established a new Lord Foundation Special Fund for Arts & Culture and dedicated $100,000 to this Special Fund that will be used specifically for making grants to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations located in New London County that have been affected by COVID-19.
The Trustees of the Edward and Mary Lord Foundation understand the many challenges currently facing the arts and cultural sector in our July 28, 1-2 pm
Compassion Fatigue is an occupational hazard for those who are in the practice of helping others to make lifestyle transformations. This workshop will address and explore responses to trauma from the perspective of clients and helping professionals. Participants will learn techniques for working with trauma survivors and gamblers. It is also essential for healers to be resilient in order to maintain peak performance while providing services to those in need. This workshop is a training to STEPS, Inc will hold a 2020 Virtual Summer Leadership Program for girls grades 6-12, August 3-7, 5:30-7pm. Register by July 27. Contact to register or learn more Gayle Rowe 860-941-7949 or info@stepsCT.org. Advanced Group has opened a brand new woodworking workshop in New London to provide locally crafted custom cabinetry and woodworking opportunities to all of our clients and contracts. Equipped with state-of-the-art woodworking and cabinetry tools, our new woodworking workshop is equipped to bring any custom design our clients can imagine to life. Our master carpenters and woodworkers have been hard at work to create custom pieces to our clients living room walls, beautiful bathroom shower benches, stunning
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the conclusion and success of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Advance program, which provided U.S. small businesses, non-profits and agricultural businesses a total of $20 billion in emergency funding. In order to assist the greatest number of small businesses, the EIDL Advance provided $1,000 per employee up to a maximum of $10,000. Recipients did not have to be approved for a loan to receive the Advance, and the Advance provided an interim
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, CT, has again been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates Chelsea Groton Bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 105 consecutive quarters, especially in this environment, makes its accomplishment even more impressive. The “Best The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point announces its summer show: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art (July 15—September 30, 2020)
The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point is proud to announce its summer art exhibition: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art. The exhibition was developed as a response to this unusual time of limited public activity. Open Air has two components: Open Air by Day, which offers an exhibition of outdoor Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, president, Mitchell CollegeRick D’Avino, chair, Mitchell College Board of Trustees
Two changes in executive level leadership at Mitchell College took place on July 1. Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, who recently moved to New London, began her tenure as the college’s eighth president, and Rick D’Avino started his first term as the elected chair of the college’s Board of Trustees.
Espy, an accomplished college administrator, expert in human development and family therapy and the first
Saturday, July 25 at 5pm
This harpsichord concert will be pre-recorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel.
J. C. F. Fischer Harpsichord suites Euterpe & Terpsichore
G. F. Handel Harpsichord suite in g & Chaconne in g
This July, Music Matters's own Elena Zamolodchikova will record brilliant harpsichord suites of the German High Baroque in the otherwise empty La Grua Center. The great German harpsichordist-composers brought about a deeply appealing, joyous union of Italian, French, and The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC) has announced plans to reopen after closing due to COVID-19 concerns on March 13.
The natural history museum at the Nature Center will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. In order to protect staff, summer campers, and visitors, DPNC’s buildings will remain closed to the public on weekdays.
“Now and always, the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, summer campers, and guests are our top priority,” said Davnet Conway We are all going through some challenging times, and STEPS felt it important to give our students an opportunity to express their feelings and share their concerns about current events. Let Your Voice Be Heard: An Empowering Guided Discussion let by Dr. Leah Russack-Baker will be held via Zoom on July 16, 6-7 pm.
This event is specifically for high school students (female and male) and is limited to 20 participants. The Electric Boat Employees’ Community Services Association has generously awarded $1,995 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut for a “SmartBoard” white board for use at both its Norwich and Danielson locations. This interactive training tool will allow Board Members, managers and new employees to participate fully in strategic planning exercises, intensive pre-employment training, and information sharing as the agency continues to address the challenges presented by the pandemic that affect critical supports for Book Argia for Just Your Group
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This is a fantastic option for you and the folks you want to spend time with to get together safely. Outdoor recreation is one of the best ways to do this. A sail aboard ARGIA offers a welcome relief for those who want to get away from the house and enjoy the open air.
Leave your worries behind with gorgeous views, the scent of salt air, and a beautiful day on the water under sail.Special The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced the nonprofit arts organizations recommended for direct funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These 855 organizations —located in every state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico—will receive a total of $44.5 million in nonmatching funds to support staff salaries, fees for artists or contractual personnel, and facilities costs.
The nine (9) Connecticut organizations that were awarded CARES Act funding Connecticut is one of only two states in the country that continues to see declining infection rates for COVID-19. This is a direct result of residents and businesses embracing the rules and requirements to prevent the virus from spreading.
Still, the pandemic is not over and we need to remain vigilant. As we reopen, more of us will be out — increasing the risk of virus spread. Let’s continue to take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and each other.
We have developed new signage that In an ongoing U.S. Phase 1/2 placebo-controlled, observer-blinded clinical trial, nucleoside-modified messenger RNA vaccine candidate (BNT162b1) expressing the SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain (RBD) is being evaluated in 45 subjectsAt day 28 (7 days after dose 2), all subjects who received 10 or 30 µg of BNT162b1 had significantly elevated RBD-binding IgG antibodies with geometric mean concentrations (GMCs) of 4,813 and 27,872 units/ml which are 8- and 46.3-times, respectively, the GMC of 602 units/ml in
After a long and successful career in health care, Bill Stanley, vice president for government and community relations at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, will retire in mid-October, L+M Healthcare President and CEO Patrick L. Green announced today.
“Bill has devoted more than two decades to L+M in one of its most challenging areas - fundraising. Bill’s talent and skills have resulted in his having played an important role in the growth and development of this hospital. My sincerest thanks and best
Eric Galvin, President of ConnectiCare
On Tuesday, June 23, Operation Shower in collaboration with ConnectiCare and the Travelers Championship hosted a drive-through baby shower for 39 military moms-to-be. The special event, usually held at the TPC River Highlands during the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, was redesigned this year to adhere to the state and local health department safety guidelines and social distancing protocols.
The drive-through shower took place at the United States Navy
Three Rivers Community College is excited to share that PACT – Connecticut’s solution to debt-free college – has been fully funded. Eligible Connecticut residents can earn a degree or certificate from a community college without debt, but they must apply, sign up for FASFA and register full-time for classes by July 15.
PACT provides free tuition and fees for first-time, full-time college students who are residents of Connecticut and have graduated from a Connecticut high school program including GRE or NEW LONDON, Ct (June 16, 2020) The Thames River Heritage Park’s hop-on hop-off water taxi will launch its fifth season Friday, June 19, 2020, with new protocols, a new schedule, and new themed tours providing visitors and local residents a safe opportunity to enjoy fresh air, cool breezes, and summer family fun.
“Due to Covid-19 we are getting a later start to the season,” said Amy Perry, the park’s executive director. “This time has allowed us to put all our protocols in place so passengers can enjoy a Members First: Reopening to Members July 1
We appreciate your support during the last three months and are thrilled to welcome you back! July 1-5 are available exclusively to YOU! Please note, the Museum is closed Saturday, July 4. A limited number of tickets will be sold each day and 24-hour advance online reservations are required.Reserve your ticket...
Not yet a Member? What a great time to join! Join or renew now and have the first look at the exhibition Fresh Fields and your Membership is good Upcoming Exhibitions & Events Friday, July 3rd from 5:30-8:00 pm: Hygienic Art will reopen to the public for the opening reception of “And Now?” and “Into the Spheres” exhibits. The Opening Reception will be held outside, in the Hygienic Art Park, with the exhibiting artists.
BYO Dine-in with Local Restaurants in the Hygienic Art Park!
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David Madasci will have one of his eye-catching “image gatherers” installed in the Hygienic Art Park, adjacent to the Hygienic Art Galleries, Governor Lamont announced today a comprehensive plan to put more than $33 million in state and federal resources to work providing emergency assistance to renters, homeowners, and residential landlords impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Elements of this plan include:$10 million rental assistance program for Connecticut residents impacted by COVID-19, administered through the Department of Housing, which will provide payments to landlords on behalf of approved tenant applicants, with a
Mystic Seaport Museum will open a new exhibition, A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft, on July 3, 2020.The show will introduce visitors to the many ways people transform one of nature’s most malleable materials to objects of utility, art, and beauty. It will be on display in the Thompson Exhibition Building’s Collins Gallery.
At the core of the exhibition will be a boat-restoration and boat-building demonstration staffed by shipwrights from the Museum’s Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard. For this
Youth Summer Art Video on La Grua's YouTube ChannelJuly /August 2020
In place of our usual in-person summer art workshops, this year we're excited to offer weekly youth art projects via our YouTube channel, starting on July 6th. We'll debut several for the first day, to give you a sampling of the variety we have in store; subsequent videos will be released on Mondays through the end of August.
If you follow one of the tutorials and want to share, show us yours by tagging @lagruacenter or Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona today announced details of the framework to allow all students – in all school districts statewide – the opportunity to have access to in-school, full-time instruction at the beginning of the 2020-21 academic year, as long as public health data continues to support this model. While Connecticut has determined reopening schools for in-person instruction can be achieved based upon the state’s successful COVID-19 containment efforts, this model will
Governor Ned Lamont, in partnership with the Connecticut Community Nonprofit Alliance and the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, today announced the launch of ConnectiCorps, a new community service program set to launch in August that will help address the growing demand on essential services provided by Connecticut’s nonprofits in the areas of food security, housing, and antipoverty assistance.
An AmeriCorps program, it will offer an opportunity for high-impact service in response to the COVID-19 Tri-State Advisory Will Use Uniform Parameters and Messaging Across the Three StatesGovernor Ned Lamont of Connecticut, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo of New York, and Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey today announced a joint incoming travel advisory that all individuals traveling from states with significant community spread of COVID-19 self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state.
This self-quarantine – effective 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 – applies New England Arts Resilience Fund launched as part of United States Regional Arts Resilience Funds
The New England Arts Resilience Fund was created in response to the impact of COVID-19 on the nation’s arts infrastructure and will support New England nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with recovery and planning capital for a post-pandemic future. Eligible arts organizations should apply by June 30.Learn MoreThe fund is part of the nationwide United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund, an initiative
The Three Rivers College Foundation was recently awarded $5,000 from the Chelsea Groton Foundation to support tutoring. The College has migrated to an entirely online learning model due to covid-19 which has created a shift in how students are educated. This learning change has been incredibly difficult for many of our most vulnerable students who lack the necessary technology and have trouble successfully engaging in an online learning environment.
The funds Chelsea Groton has generously provided
So pleased to announce that we're launching a new campaign to help re-invigorate revenues for the state's many tourism-related businesses. Our new So Good to See You, Connecticut campaign will show how ready our tourism partners are to welcome visitors back safely — and encourage visitors to take a fresh look at all the state has to offer.
What's coming next. From our existing statewide tourism budget, we've allocated more than $1 million to a multimedia campaign that will include social media, search,
The Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS® held its first ever Virtual Awards Banquet on June 10, 2020 where REALTOR®, Young Professional, Affiliate, and Rookie of the Year were presented.Chamber member Keith Turner, of Homestead Funding Corp in New London CT has been named the 2020 Affiliate of the Year
Keith is a loan originator with Homestead Funding Corp, and also long-time activemember of ECAR. In fact, Keith was named ECAR’s 2015 Affiliate of the Year. Keith has received many different
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New Forgiveness Guidelines Are Out, Now What?
The passing of the Flexibility Act has meant changes for both new applicants and for those with existing loans seeking to understand forgiveness. The revised forgiveness application was released by the Small Business Administration (SBA) on 6/17. While forgiveness applications are not yet being accepted by lenders, join us to understand what these changes mean for your business.
We will cover:What the U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza announced the launch of a dedicated online tool for small businesses and non-profits to be matched with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), Certified Development Companies (CDCs), Farm Credit System lenders, Microlenders, as well as traditional smaller asset size lenders in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
SBA’s Lender Match is an additional resource for pandemic-affected
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020. In addition to revising the full forgiveness application, SBA also published a new EZ version of the forgiveness application that applies to borrowers that:Are self-employed and have no employees; ORDid not The Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will be featured at the national Americans for the Arts 2020 Annual Convention and Public Art & Civic Design Conference. The Coalition's Executive Director Wendy Bury and the Chamber's President and CEO Tony Sheridan will co-present at a session highlighting the agencies' collaboration as part of the three-day virtual convention from June 23-25.
The session, Partnering with Chambers of Commerce on Road to Re-Opening and
Mystic, Conn. (June 17, 2020): With health and safety as the priority, Mystic Aquarium will offer onsite summer camp adventures for children entering grades 1-6 with protocols in accordance with the State of Connecticut guidance. With weekly session beginning June 29, Mystic Aquarium’s camps offer outdoor exploration, up-close animal encounters and other fun and educational experiences.
“We are so thrilled to be able to offer our unique and memorable camp experiences for children this summer,”
First Virtual Commencement
Norwich, Conn. -- Friends and families congratulated their loved ones from the comfort and safety of home when Three Rivers Community College held their 55th annual Commencement on Saturday, June 13. 446 students earned a total of 417 associate degrees and 40 certificates. Seven students earned two degrees, four earned both a degree and certificates, and a record six students earned Medallions for Academic Excellence, which is achieved by maintaining a 4.0 grade point
For the summer months, Foxwoods has decided to host drive in movies here. There’s an opportunity to get your business/brand in front of all of the moviegoers. There’s premium ad space available under the screen and ad slots available to be shown before the movie starts. These movies will be advertised throughout the property, social media, and on our digital screens, if you have an interest to get your brand in front of this clientele please contact Roy Ingram-Colebut for more information.
Please see As the Mohegan Tribe has reopened portions of their reservation, including the Mohegan Sun entertainment destination, new safety protocols and operating procedures have been established to protect guests and employees. Working to ensure not only the physical but also the mental health of their guests, Mohegan Sun has recommitted support for the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG), continuing a decades-long partnership. This support comes in the form of annual funding and partial sponsorship of
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, issued new and revised guidance for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). This guidance implements the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA), signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020, and expands eligibility for businesses with owners who have past felony convictions.
To implement the PPPFA, SBA revised its first PPP interim final rule, which was posted on April 2, 2020. As Thursday, June 25, 6 -7 p.m.
Let's have a Converstation with Leah Russack-Baker, a local clinical therapist with expertise in resiliency and self-leadership. This event is specifically for middle school students. We Are Strong Together WebinarCOVID-19 RESOURCES FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN ENTREPRENEURS ACROSS NEW ENGLAND
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 6:00PM EDT
Join us for a groundbreaking discussion on how you can access capital and resources right now and thrive after the pandemic!
The Deadline to Apply for PPP Funding is June 30th! Get your share of the $130 BILLION still available!!
Hosted by U.S. Small Business Administration New England - featuring SBA Regional Administrators Wendell Davis, Region 1 and Ashley D. The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA) presented Kathleen Stauffer, CEO of The Arc Eastern Connecticut, with a check from the AHEPA Foundation for $1,000 at the Norwich chapter’s annual meeting on June 9th.
AHEPA President George Grossomanides praised The Arc ECT and the important work it does on behalf of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in eastern Connecticut. “The AHEPA Foundation has been a longtime supporter of The Arc ECT,” noted Ms. Enjoy the freedom of the outdoors and fresh sea breezes as you set sail with plenty of space around you. Very limited numbers of tickets are available for each sailing trip, due to COVID-19 restrictions, so BOOK NOW. Seating will be in zones to allow social distancing for you and your party.
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Buy tickets or find info about how ARGIA's crew is protecting your health and Energy company offers safe, convenient ways for customers to make energy-saving improvements at home or workBERLIN, Conn. (June 10, 2020) – In an effort to help residential customers and small business owners reduce their energy costs during this difficult time, Eversource has modified its popular Home Energy Solutions energy assessments and is now offering no-cost virtual pre-assessments. While all in-home visits are suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, customers can connect with an Eversource
Mystic, Conn. (June 9, 2020) -- Mystic Seaport Museum and Discovering Amistad announce today they are collaborating to develop new programs to combat racism and promote diversity. The schooner Amistad, docked for the summer at the museum, will be a platform for education, discussion, and outreach. The two organizations will combine staff and resources to nurture engagement and meaningful interaction on the subject.
“We are saddened and dismayed by the death of George Floyd and other recent abhorrent acts
As the novel coronavirus spread across Connecticut from west to east, myriad nonprofits were being called upon to assist residents as illness struck, job losses mounted, and safety nets were strained.
Nonprofits both large and small have seen an increase in requests for help and an uptick in users, whether it’s food pantries, homeless shelters, or nature preserves. While managing the healthcare aspects of the virus, Hartford HealthCare is witnessing the important impact of these NPOs.
“These small
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as the state prepares to enter phase 2 of its reopening efforts resulting from the global COVID-19 pandemic, he is launching a new resource – the CT Back to Work Initiative – that will provide workers and businesses in Connecticut with high-quality, user-friendly career tools to assist those who have been impacted by the economic fallout from the public health emergency. To start, the state is partnering with several private-sector employment services, including On Friday June 5, 2020 the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act was signed into law. This will allow businesses more time and flexibility to keep their employees on the payroll.
SBA, in consultation with Treasury, will promptly issue rules and guidance, a modified borrower application form, and a modified loan forgiveness application implementing these legislative amendments to the PPP. These modifications will implement the following important changes:Extend the covered period for loan forgiveness
Take a break from all-things-COVID and join us for this engaging talk about boating with author Tom Verde.
Every boat has a story to tell, says the author in his new book, In A Class of Their Own: Unique and Classic Boats of New England (Globe Pequot Press, 2020). The book features nearly forty such stories, including the fabled history of the cat boat; the first fiberglass sailing yacht; a NY ferry boat repurposed as a houseboat; the oldest working fishing boat in Stonington, CT; racing rivalries in the Our staff is ready for you The COVID-19 challenges were difficult to weather for everyone. Now that we are in Phase 2 and businesses have started to resume, we will do all we can to support your efforts to regain equilibrium. Never has there been a greater need to offer workforce development programs and workforce training to help rebuild our economy. Whether you are looking to take a course for yourself, or want to retrain employees, or offer a new course please let us know. We are eager to help.Classrooms
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is now open. Hours are currently 11 am- 7pm. Check in for updated hours and a list of the stores open. New stores reopen each week. Be sure bring your mask and be ready to meet all the protocols in place to help keep shoppers and employees safe. Visit Tanger Outlets website for more information. Looking for something fun to do?
Want to help us raise money to End Alzheimer's, we have just the thing for you! Paint Sculpting!!!
We will be doing it virtually and if the state allows, offer a small group at Elmbrook Village, as well.
Please RVSP by July 10th with Jennifer Tillinghast to reserve your spot. Following a health care career spanning more than five decades, Mary Lenzini, president of the Southeastern Connecticut VNA, will retire at the end of 2020.
Lenzini leads the VNA's home health care, school health and community services divisions, which serve thousands of eastern Connecticut residents, including new mothers, the elderly and the homeless. She oversees a staff of more than 240. The VNA, an affiliate of Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, provides more than 100,000 home care visits annually to
Golam Ahmed, who has spent more than 30 years in the financial services industry, has joined Charter Oak Retirement and Investment Services* as its newest Financial Advisor.
Ahmed has extensive experience in a broad range of banking and financial services, including branch management, mortgage and commercial lending, and financial wealth management. Charter Oak Retirement and Investment Services has experienced strong growth over the past several years and its growing staff now includes two The Region 1 Gambling Awareness Team presents Intro to Internet Gaming Disorder on Thursday, June 11 at 12 pm. To join RSVP to igillespis@communities4action.org.
Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that its 55th commencement will be held virtually online on Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 p.m. Commencement is a time when family, friends, faculty, and staff celebrate the graduates of Three Rivers, their dedication, and their successes, but Covid-19 has changed the circumstances this year. So for the Class of 2020, family and friends will celebrate graduate accomplishments together but separately via a virtual commencement with all the “pomp and
Mystic Seaport Museum is one of four museums in the country to be recognized with a 2020 Sustainability Excellence Award, presented by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).
First presented in 2014, the awards recognize sustainability efforts in facilities, programming, and exhibits in both large and small institutions. In the last five years, the award program has recognized 20 different museums for their efforts.
Mystic Seaport Museum received a Special Award of Merit for its accomplishments in
The National Virtual Small Business Expo is America’s biggest and most anticipated virtual business-to-business networking and educational event, trade show and conference for business owners, entrepreneurs, start-ups, decision-makers or anyone who works for a small business or is interested in starting a Small Business.
Normally hosted throughout Major US Cities across the country in LIVE VENUES, the Virtual Small Business Expo has all elements of our popular Live Shows available to our attendees.
The
As businesses across the country rally to remain productive, the lines between work and home continue to blur and remote workers face increasing reliability, security and connectivity challenges as their work and personal lives compete for bandwidth. To help businesses and their employees be more productive and to protect them from cybersecurity threats while working remotely, we are introducing Comcast Business At Home – a dedicated, enterprise-grade and business-paid, set of connectivity solutions for
Attorney General William Tong and the Connecticut State Police today released a Public Service Announcement encouraging residents to fact check the information they receive about the COVID-19 pandemic.
The public has questions about COVID-19, and what happens next – and they deserve accurate answers about how to stay healthy, when we’ll reopen, and more. Unfortunately, during times like this, scam artists are spreading false information, and trusted sources may even be sharing false information
More than 37,000 Connecticut residents enrolled during COVID-19 CrisisPeople who lose health insurance due to job loss, generally have 60 days before or after their coverage ends to apply for coverage through Access Health CT.Losing health insurance coverage either from a furlough or a layoff is considered a ‘Qualifying Life Event,’ triggering a Special Enrollment Period.Access Health CT recommends comparing options with COBRA coverage. Access Health CT may offer a better, less expensive choice, and is
The U.S. Small Business Administration today announced a partnership with the Veteran Entrepreneurial Training and Resource Network (VETRN) to establish a pilot training program for military veterans who are small business owners and their immediate family members.
The Veteran Owned Small Business Growth Training program will equip these entrepreneurs with the resources and networks necessary to grow their small businesses. An award of $100,000 from President Donald Trump’s salary from the second The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announced today the 2020 summer season which will be held entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout this new medium, the mission & values of the O’Neill ﹘ as the Launchpad of American Theater ﹘ remain vibrant and vital. The National Puppetry Conference, National Music Theater Conference , National Playwrights Conference , Cabaret & Performance Conference , National Critics Institute, and National Theater Institute all continue this summer, supporting over 230 Bradley was named the 5th Best Airport in the Country by CondéNast Traveler for 2019, keeping us in the top 5 for the last 3 years! Voting is currently open for 2020 and we are hoping our Chamber members can help by going online and vote for the “home team.” Voting takes only a few minutes and each vote makes a difference in ensuring that Bradley Airport remains on this prestigious list.
Voting is now open for the prestigious 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Support your home airport Charter Oak Federal Credit Union will re-open all of its branches that are open to the public on Monday, June 8, 2020 with extensive protective measures in place to ensure the safety of its members and employees.
“We’re excited to re-open our lobbies again and welcome back our members, and we’ve made sure that all of the safety measures we’ve put in place will create a safe and comfortable banking experience for everyone involved,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive
Did you lose your health insurance? You may qualify for coverage through Access Health CT at any time, if you have a Qualifying Life Event through a Special Enrollment Period (SEP). Special Enrollment Period is a time outside of the Annual Open Enrollment Period (Nov. 1 – Dec. 15) when you can sign up for health insurance coverage through Access Health CT. If you experience a Qualifying Life Event like losing coverage due to job change/loss, aging off your parents’ plan, moving to Connecticut, getting On June 4th, 12:00 to 1:00 PM, Pat Munger Construction and their solar partner, Independence Solar, will discuss how a Solar PV system can enhance the efficiency of your commercial building. We will review the current incentives available to building owners in Connecticut, our installation process, featured case studies and our consultation offerings.
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The impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has greatly impacted the U.S. economy. The Small Business Administration is working alongside sister agencies like the Department of Treasury, congress and the lending community to support our country's small business community.
The Paycheck Protection Program was brought to life with the passing of the CARES Act. This small business loan provides much needed capital to keep employees on payroll and small businesses operating. One of the most appealing Three Rivers Community College is holding a Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. While the Three Rivers campus may be closed temporarily due to Covid-19, the staff is still virtually available to provide information and answer questions. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held Tuesday, June 9from 6:00–7:00 p.m. It is free and open to As The Garde Arts Center anticipates the not too distant future, when its giant screen glows on a full house of movie lovers, they now offer the next best thing: the Movie Palace Experience, at home!
Starting May 29, the Garde Virtual Cinema will offer a specially curated selection of new independent films that you can view on several digital platforms. Tickets to these fascinating films will help sustain the Garde during this shutdown and support new and independent filmmakers.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, announced that it is setting aside $10 billion of Round 2 funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to be lent exclusively by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). CDFIs work to expand economic opportunity in low-income communities by providing access to financial products and services for local residents and businesses. These dedicated funds will further ensure that the PPP reaches all Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Community Outreach Committee has donated more than $3,100 for food assistance to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center as well as health-care workers and “meals on wheels” recipients in eastern Connecticut.
The Community Outreach Committee is an employee-led assistance program that receives its funding from Charter Oak employees who pay $3 weekly to dress down on Friday “Casual Days.” These funds are used to assist Charter Oak members in need.
“I’m very proud of our Charter
The Thames River Heritage Park and Connecticut Sea Grant are inviting people to solve a word puzzle while exploring historic sites in New London and Groton by completing one or more of the four Thames River Quests any time this summer.
Those who complete the quests can enter a prize drawing for heritage park T-shirts and water taxi tickets.
The quests have been offered as part of Connecticut Trails Day events on the first weekend in June in 2018 and 2019. This year, instead of group gatherings, Trails The IRS released the inflation adjustments for health savings accounts (HSAs) and their accompanying high deductible health plans (HDHPs) effective for calendar year 2021. Most limits increased from 2020 amounts.Annual Contribution Limits
For calendar year 2021, the limitation on deductions for an individual with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan is $3,600. For calendar year 2021, the limitation on deductions for an individual with family coverage under a high deductible health plan is
Interested in a career in the health field? Then the growing field of clinical medical assistants could be a good choice. Three Rivers staff will be holding multiple virtual information sessions for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, A.S. on and will be available to answer any questions.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants play a vital role in today’s healthcare field. They assist physicians, mid-level providers, nurses and staff in giving the best care to patients and their family. Students
As much of the country continues to self-isolate due to the coronavirus pandemic, medical centers across the United States are joining forces to start a countrywide movement of physical activity to honor and support frontline health care workers who have worked tirelessly to save lives. #FitForTheFrontLine is a national fitness challenge beginning Tuesday, May 26, and culminating on Sunday, June 14 (Flag Day). The event encourages people young and old to move, exercise, and get fit to increase awareness
The 2020 Nightingale Nurse award recipients will be honored quietly and remotely this year as Connecticut continues to practice social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Despite the lack of external fanfare, L+M Healthcare is pleased to announce the dedicated and compassionate nurses who have been selected by their peers as Nightingale Nurses for 2020.
Each of the nurses representing L+M Healthcare, a member of Yale New Haven Health which includes Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, Westerly
ConnectiCare members can continue to use telehealth for covered medical and mental health services without paying a deductible, copayment, or coinsurance through June 30, 2020.
No-cost telehealth visits apply to any illness or injury – not just coronavirus (COVID-19). Members must use in-network primary care doctors, specialists, or mental health clinicians.
Visit our webpage for more information on how ConnectiCare is helping members and the community navigate the coronavirus pandemic.
Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner David Lehman shared a letter on COVID-19 enforcement and information on phase 2 of the reopening:
Congratulations to all the businesses that reopened yesterday. We hope you enjoyed being back together with co-workers and customers, and everyone felt safe and prepared for this important step. We look forward to other segments of the economy opening up over the coming weeks.
By now, most companies planning to open during Phase 1 have read Scholarship supports National Theater Institute studentsThe Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces a $600,000 gift from John Gore to the National Theater Institute (NTI) scholarship endowment. With a singular schedule and an unmatched breadth of training, NTI’s six semester-long programs offer students a springboard to the professional world. The John Gore Scholarship supports students from underrepresented backgrounds.
This endowment gift will pay dividends for decades and Arrow Paper Party Rental offers a number of products and services local businesses can use to accommodate outdoor dining, sales, or COVID testing sites.
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Mystic Seaport Museum announces it will reopen to the public Saturday, May 23. To celebrate the occasion and to thank the community for its support of the Museum during its closure, admission will be free May 23-29.
Visitors will be welcome to explore the grounds, including the historic village and gardens, the shipyard, and the Mystic River waterfront. The indoor exhibitions, village buildings, and the historic vessels will not be open at this time. The Museum plans to expand access and programming for
To ensure the health and safety of their guests and staff alike on opening days, Mystic Aquarium is partnering with the Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut, to help manage the new temperature screening process required as part of phase one in Governor Ned Lamont’s Reopen Connecticut Plan.
From Wednesday, May 20 through Friday, May 22, a nurse from the VNA , a member of Yale New Haven Health, which also includes L+M Hospital, Westerly Hospital and other ambulatory services in the Virtual Happy Hour with Kristoff the Magician
Friday, June 12 at 5pm
Kristoff has been doing magic since he was 6 years old, working his way through college and law school performing in bars and restaurants. He is a member of the famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, where he performed late last year. This show is geared toward adults but suitable for all ages. Pour yourself a beverage and join us for a virtual table side, close up view of world-class magic!Tickets $10. Visit our website to
Working with community and business leaders from around the state, we developed a guide to help small businesses manage the reopening process while complying with the new COVID-19 safety rules.
The Small Business Reopening Resource Guide is available online and includes valuable information about the following topics:Financial Needs – Comprehensive list of state and federal financing resources and advisory partnersEmployee Training & Support – General and industry-specific guidance about who should be
Mystic Aquarium is excited to announce they will be reopening on Wednesday, May 20, in accordance with Governor Ned Lamont’s Reopen Connecticut Plan. Access to the Aquarium will be limited to outdoor spaces at 50% occupancy. New protocols will be implemented to ensure the health and safety of guests, employees and the animals.
Mystic Aquarium will reopen with two special events in recognition of the support of the local community and the efforts of health care workers, emergency responders and other Robinson+Cole and the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) will lead the Connecticut COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic as part of the nationwide program organized by Lawyers for Good Government to assist small businesses in weathering the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The mission of the clinic is to help Connecticut’s entrepreneurs and small businesses that have suffered adversely from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic by providing free, limited-scope legal advice. Qualifying small
Brooks Koepka Commits To 2021 Travelers Championship
Eversource Earns 2021 Energy Star® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank A Trusted Community Bank
Elmbrook Village hosting Cinco de Mayo Outdoor Fiesta
Dime Bank Welcomes New Corporators at 152nd Annual Meeting
Mitchell College Announces Commencement Speaker and Plans
Florence Griswold Museum Extends Sunday Hours
Thames River Heritage Park Sponsorship Opportunities for 2021
Stonington Community Center Looking for Rad Dads
Harbor Village has obtained in network provider status with two United Health Care Plans
Eversource Again Recognized by Barron’s as One of America’s “Most Sustainable Companies”
Walk to End Alzheimer's Corporate Team Kickoff
CT Humane seeking auction items for Springtime Unleashed silent auction
Norwich Arts Center is pleased to announce that LaShawn Cunningham was recently voted in as a board member
Introducing The Norwich Spa at Graduate Providence
17th annual Open House Day: June 12
Three Rivers Students Join the Phi Thea Kappa All-Connecticut Academic Team
Hygienic Art Hosts Two Openings; Reception for “The Art of Susan Hurley” & “Collective Environments”
Governor Lamont Announces Plans at Connecticut State Parks for the 2021 Outdoor Recreation Season
Charter Oak Donates Additional $32,000 to Assist Region's Food Pantries
Earth Day Youth Art Videos from La Grua Center
e2 engineers is Pleased to Announce the Addition of Two New Associate Principals
Destroy Documents and Declutter at Chelsea Groton Shred Days
SBA to Open Shuttered Venue Operators Grants for Applications on April 8 at 12 p.m. EDT
Groton Utilities Spring Rebate Promotion
Share Your Happiness!
This Mother's Day, Say You Care with an Always Home Card
6 Health Benefit Trends for 2021
TVCCA seeking senior volunteers
Music Matters YouTube ~ Liszt, The Years of Pilgrimage from La Grua Center
Southeastern CT Women’s Network sponsors “Unconscious Bias – Unveiling Racism” Equity in Education
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SCORE Connecticut seeking Volunteers
IRS provides guidance for employers claiming the Employee Retention Credit for first two quarters of 2021
Mitchell College Virtual Workshop Teaches How to Define Personal Brand
Únase a SBA el jueves 8 de abril a las 6:00 pm ET para un seminario web en español sobre los programas de alivio durante COVID-19
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant: Recorded Information Session
Governor Lamont Receives Report With Suggestions on Government Efficiency To Prepare for a Significant Increase in State Employee Retirements
Eileen Hunt Botting presents, “The Politics of Epidemics, from Thucydides to Mary Shelley to COVID-19''
Travelers Extends Title Sponsorship of PGA TOUR Event Through 2030
Mandolin Virtuoso and Singer/Songwriter Chris Thile Performs Live from UCONN's Jordensen Stage to a Virtual Audience
13th Education Golf Tournament at Lake of Isles seeking Sponsorships
Applications for the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's 2021 National Critics Institute are open
Work Vessels for Veterans presents ''Make Memorial Day Memorable'' Virtual Walk Fund-Raiser
Florence Griswold Museum officially ''Open'' as of April 1
URI College of Business seeks mock interviewers
Under the Golden Dome: What Makes the General Assembly Work and How to be a Better Advocate
Bank Square Books: VIRTUAL: Erin French (Finding Freedom) Book Launch in conversation with Ina Garten & Lidey Heuck
Face masks and other personal protective equipment to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are tax deductible
Chelsea Groton Bank Offers Free Online Business Seminars for Local Entrepreneurs
Norwich Arts Center presents ''Dancing our Heritage'' with LaShawn Cunningham in afterschool program
Yale New Haven Health launches health information webpage for journalists
CTSBDC announces the launch of new website
ECSO unveils new website and signs to roll-out updated branding
Three New Members Join Nature Center Board of Trustees
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Comcast Commits to Investing $1 Billion over Next 10 Years to Reach 50 Million Low-Income Americans with Tools and Resources to Succeed in Digital World
Pat Munger Construction Company Inc. Honored With Two Hall of Fame Awards
DVIDS: Two SPOMS, One Year Apart
UCFS Healthcare launces a Reason to Smile campaign for the month of April
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant: Accepting Applications April 8
EIDL Deferments Extended Until 2022
Isabella Casillas Guzman Confirmed as 27th SBA Administrator
Tax Day for individuals extended to May 17: Treasury, IRS extend filing and payment deadline
Governor Lamont, Mohegan Tribe, and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Reach Agreement on the Modernization of Gaming in Connecticut
Chelsea Groton CEO Michael Rauh Appointed to ABA Board of Directors, ABA Committees
People's United Foundation Grant Award The Arc ECT Internet Connectivity Grant
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation is now accepting grant applications
Chelsea Groton Bank Hosted 15th Annual Money Madness Seminar for Over 125 Local High School Students
Hire Vets Gold Medallion Awarded to Survival Systems USA
Westerly Hospital Auxiliary now accepting scholarship applications
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Elizabeth L. Mahaffey Arts Administration Fellowship Now Accepting Applications!
Safe Reopening Resources with Exclusive Member Discounts
Emily Casey Named Partner at TCORS Law Firm
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut and Willimantic Public Library Announce Creation of the Mary Lou Devivo Fund for Windham Literacy
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20th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, May 3rd Supports UCP of Eastern CT, Offers Great Start to 2021 Golf Season
Binalakshmi Nepram presents, “The Extraordinary Non-violent Peace Movement by Indigenous Women in Manipur, India''
The Town of Waterford Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut with Yearly Contribution
Knights of Columbus Gales Ferry Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Governor Lamont Announces Accelerated Schedule To Provide COVID-19 Vaccines To Connecticut Residents
Governor Lamont and Congressional Delegation Announce Launch of State Program To Provide Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Connecticut Convention and Sports Bureau's Hospitality Heroes Recognition Announces its first group of Honorees
La Grua Center presents: Creative Flow Workshop with Phil Weaver Stoesz
Three Rivers Community College Hosts Virtual Information Sessions
Reid and Riege Names New President
Governor Lamont Signs Law Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Ethnic Hairstyles
NESS Afterschool Programs Start on March 15th
Connecticut Convention and Sports Bureau's Hospitality Heroes Recognition Announces its First Group of Honorees
Overhead Door Company of Norwich Celebrates 60 Years Serving Eastern CT
SB 884: An Act Reducing Transportation Related Carbon Emissions
SB 430: An Act Concerning Regional Tourism District Boards of Directors
Stepping into STEM+
2021 Pfizer Community Grant applications close March 31
Governor Lamont Announces Plan to Ease Some COVID-19 Restrictions in Connecticut
Florence Griswold Museum: Scholar Series Expanding Perspectives on American Art
TVCCA Seeks Seniors to Serve as AmeriCorps Senior Volunteers in Local Community
Chelsea Groton Bank Introduces Local Chelsea | LIVE Video Banking Team and New Ways to Connect
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Applications Open for the Fourth Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, powered by Techstars
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Comcast Named a 2021 Top 10 Best Place to Work in Connecticut
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Norwich Arts Center's Cooperative Gallery: Juner Zhai joined as an Elected Artist Member
HB 6447 An Act Creating the Covered Connecticut Program to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare
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ConnectiCare Centers Receive International Recognition
To Honor International Women's Day, Join the Conversation for Advancing Women’s Rights and Gender Equity in Eastern CT
Norwich Arts Center's Cooperative Gallery is pleased to announce that Juner Zhai has joined as an Elected Artist Member
Former Commander of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) Joins ThayerMahan as Special Advisor for UXO and MEC
25 Ways You Can Use Telemedicine: From Checking Symptoms to Seeking Emotional Support:
ConnectiCare Centers Receive International Recognition
Governor Lamont Issues Proclamation Declaring Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Gonnecticut
HB 6451 An Act Concerning Gaming Agreements with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe and the Mohegan Tribe
HB 6407 An Act Concerning the Occupational and Professional Licenses of Military Members’ Spouses
Jennifer Seuferling is Promoted to Cash Management Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank
DECD: Encouraging Investment in Opportunity Zones
SBA: Small Businesses Special PPP Application Window Through March 9
Targeted EIDL Advance Mapping Tool
ActivePure Technology and air purification is the missing link to return to normal
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital modifies patient visitation guidelines
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Exhibits Aaron Taylor Kuffner's Gamelatron
Three Rivers Community College Named 2021-2022 Military Friendly® School
SBA Veterans Small Business Advisory Committees to Host Virtual Public Meetings March 3 and 4
Supporting community organizations around Connecticut
Mystic Seaport Museum to Offer Free Admission to Essential Workers Saturdays in March
PPP: Improvements in Program Administration Promote Equitable Relief
SBA: Biden Administration takes steps to promote equitable access to SBA relief
Charter Oak is No.1 Mortgage Lender for 11 Years in a Row
Governor Lamont, Mohegan Tribe, and Yale New Haven Health Announce Launch of Mass COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Mohegan Sun
Governor Lamont Announces Partnership With Health Equity Solutions on COVID-19 Vaccine Community Outreach
Supporting community organizations around Connecticut
La Grua Center Mail Art Project
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Will Continue Age-Based Approach To COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility: Educators and Childcare Providers to Have Dedicated Clinics in March
HB 6468 An Act Concerning Incentives for Qualified Data Centers to Locate in the State
NESS Receives $25,000 Silver-level Sponsorship For Online Experiential Learning Programs
Expressiones Culture Center to Exhibit at La Grua Center
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to announced The Bridge Builders Initiative
Thames River Heritage Park Foundation to offer Two New Virtual Lectures
Norwich Arts Center Welcomes James R. Marshall, III, to Board
The Chelsea Groton Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications Through Online Portal
Upcoming CTSBDC Webinars
SBA Reaches $200 Billion Milestone in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program to Small Businesses and Non-Profits
Travelers and the Travelers Championship to Match Up to $1 Million in Donations to The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp After Devastating Fire
The Multi-platinum selling and genre-bending Ben Folds performs live from Australia on UCONN’s Jorgensen Digital Stage
IRS Hosting: How to Choose a Paid Tax Preparer – Avoid “Ghost Preparers”
Community Foundation of Eastern CT Supports URU's ''Our Humanity''
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Comcast Presents Black History Month virtual screening of Music & the Movement with panel discussion
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) 2021 Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) Program
Introduction to Foreign Trade Zone # 208, New London, CT (Now covering all of New London County)
OIC of New London Spring Enrollment Fair
New London Rotary Golf Tournament June 7, 2021
Endowed Scholarship Established in Memory of Michael B. Brown at Three Rivers Community College
Town of Westerly and Yale New Haven Health’s Westerly Hospital to open vaccine clinic
''Share the Love” and donate food to help those facing hunger at local drives on Sunday, February 21
ThayerMahan-UConn Team Begins High-Resolution Seabed Surveys of Thames River
NTE Energy to develop 5 GW of clean energy projects; nationwide portfolio to include solar, BESS assets
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum Showcases Abstract Work by Xanda McCagg
Governor Lamont Announces New Business Tools Now Available At Business.CT.Gov
SBA Shares Resources for Black-Owned Businesses During National Black History Month
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Residents Over 65 Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments Starting Thursday, February 11
Connecticut Vaccine Appointment Assist Line Expanding to 12 Hours per Day/7 Days a Week
Governor Lamont Allocates $40 Million To Connecticut’s Hospitals To Support Ongoing COVID-19 Response Efforts
HB 6119 An Act Concerning Arts, Culture and Tourism Funding
SB 625 An Act Concerning a Database of State Businesses, Supply Chains and Workforce Tools
Charter Oak donate Over $100,000 in 2020 to Region’s Food Pantries
UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts Expands Digital Platform into Second Half of 2020-2021 Season
Music Matters on YouTube: Bach, Chopin & Shostakovich from La Grua Center
EWIB Seeking Responses to Multiple RFPs
United Way Virtual Reading Day is back! To celebrate Black History Month and Women’s History Month
Pre-Filing Season Awareness event
Problem Gambling and the Super Bowl - Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling’s Helpline is Available
Eversource Urges Customers to Remain Vigilant After Increased Reports of Scams, Provides Tips to Stay Safe
Virtual Q&A on the COVID Vaccine from La Grua Center
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital launches program to make home ownership easier for employees
Shuttered Venues Operators Grants FAQs Now Available
Chelsea Groton Bank is accepting SBA PPP loan applications
Women's Business Development Council Opportunity Fund Offers Grants
UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts creates new Arts & Activism Speaker Series
ThayerMahan Selected to Join the World Economic Forum’s Global Innovators Community
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Showcases The Vibrant Work OF Brian Keith Stephens
Private Labs and Offices Available Now
Three Rivers Community College Announces Fall 2020 Dean’s List
Higher Edge Executive Director to Resign
ECAR hosts Affiliate Virtual Visitor event
Chelsea Groton Bank Promotes 18
United Way Holds Annual Meeting, Votes in Officers
Emergency Food and Shelter Funding Announced
Mitchell College Names Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs
Governor Lamont Proposes Legislation Focused on Creating an Agile, Equitable, and High-Performing Workforce
Governor Lamont Extends Connecticut’s State of Emergency for the COVID-19 Pandemic To April 20
Mitchell College President Profiled in Women in Higher Education
Charter Oak Promotes Three to Accommodate Business Lending Growth
DoorDash Provides $500,000 Contribution to Connecticut Restaurant Association's New Restaurant Relief Fund
Continuing the Conversation on Race: Policing in the U.S. and New London
North Stonington Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut With Donation
Mystic Seaport Museum Invites Sea Music Fans to a Virtual Chantey Blast
Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition will serve as the Designated Regional Service Organization for towns in Windham and Tolland
Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation Awards $5,000 to Support Local Libraries
Tell Us about Your Spring and Summer Offerings
Virtual Chat: Crime Writers of Color from La Grua Center
Accelerated Spring Classes Starting in February and March Open for Registration at Three Rivers Community College
Eversource Helps Customers Manage Energy Costs with New Usage Monitoring Tools
Letter of Support for State Pier DEEP Application
Governor Lamont Appointed Co-Chair of National Governors Association’s Pandemic and Disaster Respons
Yale New Haven Health announces vaccination sites
Luanne Rice Joins Bank Square Books and The Day on New Book The Shadow Box on January 26
60,000 Paycheck Protection Program Loans Approved in First Week
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2021 tax filing season begins Feb. 12; IRS outlines steps to speed refunds during pandemic
SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital accepts gift from Sails Up 4 Cancer
15 Free Virtual Seminars that Address Today’s Biggest Environmental Issues Presented by Three Rivers Community College
Harry Thomas of Pro Digital Sounds Mobile Deejay Service Publishes First Book
Eversource Offers Incentives for Commercial Customers that Store and Refrigerate COVID-19 Vaccines
Short-Term Career Training Courses Starting January through April at Three Rivers Community College
CT Humane clinics expand with $47k PetSmart Charities® grant
Yale New Haven Health to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to the public
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Residents Over 75 Can Now Register for COVID-19 Vaccination
SBA Re-Opening PPP to Small Lenders on January 15 and All Lenders on January 19
Pfizer CT Announces Beginning of 2021 Community Grants Campaign *NEW* Website and Application Process
Charter Oak Awards Over $674,000 in Gold Reward Bonuses
SBA Extends Crucial Lifeline to Borrowers Impacted by COVID-19 with Debt Relief
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut’s COVID-19 Contact Tracing App Has Been Activated on More Than One Million Mobile Devices
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Policy Update
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union Awards Grant to The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Full Scholarships Available for Three Rivers Community College Nuclear Engineering Technology Program Deadline is February 15
Music Matters on YouTube: Schumann Chamber Duos from La Grua Center
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Connecticut Arts Council Welcomes New Chair and Council Member
New Exhibit: Artists Respond to Crisis (ARCLove)
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Continues to Thrive
Economic Impact Payments on their way, visit IRS.gov instead of calling
Eversource works with UConn to reduce energy use and advance overall sustainability
Kristi D. Kelly and Roger T. Scully, III, Elected Directors at Suisman Shapiro
SBA: Announcing Ascent Program for Women-owned Businesses
United Way Video Series Spotlights Local Career Paths with Sustainable Wages for Graduating High School Seniors
How to get ready for the next round of PPP funding
NESS Welcomes Dr. Cinda P. Scott, Ph.D., Caitlyn Slivinski, & Harrison “Cal” Buxton to the Board of Directors
The Day Launching New True Crime Podcast
Three Rivers College Foundation Awards Additional $250,000 in Scholarships for Spring Term to help with Pandemic difficulties
Governor Lamont: CARES Act II Will Provide Relief for Unemployed and Help Connecticut Businesses in Economic Recovery
Three Rivers College Foundation Awards Scholarship in Honor of William A. Stanley
CTNext Entrepreneur Innovation Awards (EIA) February 2021 Online Pitch Competition Call for Applications
Connecticut's Lender Awards Highlights
Three Rivers Community College Hosts Virtual Super Saturday Registration
Explore New International Trade Opportunities in 2021 with a STEP Grant
Last chance to buy e-Gift Cards for Argia summer cruises
Chelsea Groton Bank and Foundation Together Gave Record $1,000,000 this Year
Dominion Foundation Grant Allows The Arc ECT to Help People with IDD Stay Connected
Governor Lamont Implements New Guidelines for Connecticut’s COVID-19 Travel Advisory
Holiday Concert from The Side Door and Old Lyme Inn
Mohegan Sun Named “Industry Innovator” by Eastern Connecticut’s Chamber of Commerce Annual ECTy Awards
Introducing a New Small Business Relief Loan
Eversource Named #1 Energy & Utility Company in Newsweek Magazine’s List of Most Responsible Companies
Mystic Seaport Museum to Host Community Carol Sing as a Drive-In
Eastern Regional Tourism District Announces Final Awardees for 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program
Mitchell College Awards Inaugural George Floyd Scholarships
SBA Provides Historic Level of Lending to CT Small Businesses
Ron Bates joins NAC Board of Directors
Spa at Norwich Inn: Dinner to Go Makes the Week Fantastic
Harbor Village Winter Holiday Drive
Learn more about Upcoming Career Training Programs at the Non-Credit Virtual Open House at Three Rivers Community College
Michele Scott Receives “Native American 40 Under 40” Award
Bill Martin receives Eckenrode Award from Cornell University
City of New London Updates 2020 Holiday Celebration Schedule
Lashes by Lee and Bravado Academy Launch Eyelash Technician program
Charter Oak's Matching Gifts’ Donates $400,000 to Charities
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Comcast Extends COVID Support with 60 days of free internet for lo-income customers and free access to the nation's largest public wifi network through June 3, 2021
Mohegan Tribe, Mohegan Sun and Yale New Haven Health launch new testing site at the Casino
Hall Communications Announces Phil LoPiccolo as Sales Manager for Eastern CT Radio Stations
ThayerMahan Applies its Acoustic Expertise to Detecting and Reporting Offshore Illegal Fishing Activity
DPH Celebrates GU’s Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 Completion
Advanced Group recognized by NAHB
A Garde Arts Giving Tuesday
Mystic Aquarium & ARSOME Announce 'Animal Heroes' Subscription Box' in Honor of #GivingTuesday
Small Treasures Holiday Show Dec. 5
S.T.E.P.S. Annual Report
Support CT Small Businesses This Holiday Season
Free Virtual Youth Holiday Greens Workshop from La Grua Center
Peter Beinart presents, “America and the World in the Biden Era”
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154 non-profit arts organizations to receive $9 million
Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
CT Office of Tourism: Share Your Winter Offerings
CultureSECT Announces Grant Recipients
Three Rivers College Foundation receives $5,000 from Pfizer Inc. to support Environmental Engineer
Generations Offers Curbside COVID-19 Tests
Florence Griswold Museum: The Magic of Christmas Celebration & Christmas Time Teas
The NESS Online Holiday Art Show Features Works by Local Artists, Artisans, and Vendors
Antonino Auto Group Gives Back to Communities across the Region
ThayerMahan Receives 2020 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award from U.S. Department of Labor
Eastern CT and Southern Rhode Island Wireless Zone hosting Annual Holiday Food Drive
Connecticut Port Authority Launches Website for State Pier Improvement Project
Sound Community Services Takes Thanksgiving to Its Clients During A Pandemic
Governor Lamont Announces Launch of COVID Alert CT, the Exposure Notification App in Connecticut
Touring Smithsonian Exhibit Opens at the Lyman Allyn
Marissa Turnbull presents, ''Indigenous Rights in the 21st Century''
Mystic Seaport Museum to Celebrate the Holidays with a Lantern Light Village
Waterford Country School's Bill Martin receives Cornell University Eckenrode Award
Bank Square Books: Virtual Conversation with Roxane Gay and Okey Ndibe
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Author Miosotys Santiago Releases Memoir ''God's Diamond'' with Launch Event Nov 18
High Hopes Virtual Holiday Market November 15-28
TVCCA joins Meals on Wheels America and Subaru of America, Inc. in Sharing the Love this Holiday Season
SBA Veterans Small Business Advisory Committees to Host Virtual Public Meetings Dec. 2 and 3
Virtual Panel Discussion Dec 2: Race Relations & Religion: The Faith Community Responds
Healthy PlanEat Offers Thanksgiving from the Farm
Bank Square Books is “popping up” in downtown New London this holiday season!
General Dynamics Electric Boat awarded $9.5 billion by U.S. Navy for Columbia-class submarines
Mystic Seaport Museum Names Peter Armstrong President and CEO
Pfizer and BioNTech Announce Vaccine Candidate Against COVID-19 Achieved Success in First Interim Analysis from Phase 3 Study
Three Rivers Community College Hosts Week-Long Virtual Open House Monday, November 16 – Friday, November 20
Chelsea Groton Foundation Assists The Arc Emporium
Lyman Allen Art Museum Announces the Appointment of Ellen Anderson as Director of Development
Gowrie Group Sponsors Carleton Mitchell Lecture Series
Celebrating 30 years of puppetry
Work From H(otel) Options at Hilton Mystic
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Self-care practice for artists & Connecting your artistic practice with the business sector
Governor Lamont announces strategic workforce development plan
SBA Seeks Nominations for its Advisory Committee On Veterans Business Affairs
Three New Members Join Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Board of Trustees
Annual Winter Boot Drive Seeks Donations
Thomas A. Whidden Receives America and the Sea Award
Mohegan Sun Hosts Vets Rock 2020 on November 6
Governor Lamont Allocates $15 Million From Coronavirus Relief Fund Toward Innovative Workforce Programs
Virtual chat with A Call to Arts filmmakers from La Grua Center November 11
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available for Agriculture in CT
LJ Shoreline Looking to Help Our Furry Friends
Sugar Skull! A Virtual Dia De Muertos Adventure Comes To Jorgensen Digital Stage
Elmbrook Village's 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Contest
Charter Oak Unveils New Website to Meet Growing Online Use
Registration Open October 26 for 3-week Winter Courses that start December 26 at Three Rivers Community College
2020 Travelers Championship Generates more than $1.6 Million for Charity
Chelsea Groton Bank Accepting Applications for New Rotational Internship Program
Governor Lamont Creates Program to Assist Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts Goes Digital for Fall 2020
Governor Lamont Announces Grant Program To Support Connecticut’s Arts Community Amid COVID-19
American Job Center: Virtual Hiring Event October 21
SBA: Simpler PPP Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less
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Comcast Offers Thousands of Grants, Equipment, Marketing and Technology Resources to Small Businesses
Music Matters on YouTube: Classical-era Chamber Music by Haydn & Mozart October 24
Mystic Aquarium Spotlights Untapped Potentional of Renewable Ocean Energy
How Alzheimer's Impacts the Workplace: A Panel Discussion
Chelsea Groton Executive Vice President Jennifer Pensa Named New England Women in Banking Honoree
Artists, Partners, Patrons: Sign Up to Participate in Artist Sunday Promotion
Charter Oak Earns Top 5-Star Ranking for 1st Half of 2020
The 12th Annual O'tis a (Virtual) Festival
2020 LUNAFEST benefiting Girls on the Run of Southeastern Connecticut & Girl Power
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Fox Hopyard Fall Fest
New in Mystic: Quick Help for Acute Spine Patients
The Cove at Gateway Commons Offers Newly Constructed Townhomes and Manor Homes in East Lyme
Attorney John A. Collins III honored by Connecticut Law Tribune with Lifetime Achievement Award
Mystic Seaport Museum to Host Halloween Happenings Oct. 24-31
Chelsea Groton Bank Team Members Complete Leadership and Management Training Programs
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods Job Fair October 8
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital implements visitor restrictions in wake of COVID-19 community spread
Smilow Cancer Hospital Offers Workshop on Emotional Intelligence October 8
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Holds Raffle for a Cause
Westbrook Outlets: Local Artisan/Farmers Market
SECWAC: Dean Accardi presents ''India, Pakistan, and the War Over Kashmir''
The Ledges Hosts Uncle D's Blazin' BBQ October 17
CT Rotarians Million Mask Challenge Tour Comes to New London
High Hopes Virtual Holiday Market: Call for Vendors
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Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund (CAEF) - now accepting applications
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG) 40th Anniversary Conference
Summer 2020 Campaign Results Are In
L+M Healthcare and L+M Hospital appoint new Chair of the Board of Directors
Mystic Seaport Museum Awarded Grant for Digital Programming
Fall 2020 Virtual Career & Internship Fair will be October 14
Connecticut Department of Public Health announces new COVID-19 guidelines for visitation at long-term care facilities
The Arc ECT’s Annual 43rd Strides Road Race Continues the Tradition!
La Grua Center Presents Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism October 7
Chelsea Groton Bank Recognized as Top Workplace for 5th Straight Year
ConnectiCare Expands Member Support and Resources with New Shelton Center
Mitchell College Receives Grants for Science Research From Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Foundation
Pest Control Company Lends a Helping Hand in Shelton
Connecticut Convention & sports Bureau's New Website Encourages Meeting Planners & Sports Promoters to Bring Business to the State
Feed the Family 4 Free Project
Advanced Group Moves Up in Qualified Remodeler Top 500
Woodstock Emporium Scheduled to Reopen October 5
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In Conversation with Writer & Journalist Connie Shultz from La Grua Center
''Mask It Up'' Strikes a Chord
Alzheimer's Association Invites People to Join the 2020 Eastern CT Walk to End Alzheimer's This Weekend
NESS Hosts Kids & Family Fishing Tournament at New London City Pier
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Moves Toward Phase 3 Reopening on October 8
The F-Stops Here
Moving from Crisis to Recovery: CT Main Street Event Sept 30
Bradley International Airport to launch expanded service on Jet Blue with the addition of four new nonstop routes
American Job Center: Virtual Hiring Event Sept 30
SECWAC: Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century
Destroy Documents and Declutter at Chelsea Groton Shred Days
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Thriving in the Face of Adversity
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation receives 2020 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
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The 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo goes virtual
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National Financial Network launches new website
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts announced the recipients of the FY21 Supporting Arts grants program
How to vote by absentee ballot in the November 3 election
CVS Health Can Come to your Business to Offer a Free Flu Clinic to your Employees
Journey Found's Gala for Giving
ECSO Musicians to Perform at Opening of Catherine Fosnot Gallery Exhibition
Tiffani Gavin Welcomed as The O'Neill's New Executive Director
Florence Griswold: Raise a Glass to our Benefit Auction- Reimagined
Eastern Regional Tourism District Announces First Awardees for 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership
Enjoy the Big E — without the fairgrounds!
The O'Neill Hosts 20th Annual Monte Cristo Award
Robinson+Cole presents Employment Considerations for the Return of COVID-19 Shut Downs
Eversource Extends Deadline for Enhanced Small Business Energy Efficiency Offerings
Catch-a-Curl Youth Surf Classic & Beach Cleanup September 19
The Day Launching The Norwich Times October 1
Everbrook Senior Living Presents Virtual Workshop on Memory Care Communities and Infection Control
Help Erase Domestic Violence: Safe Futures’ Annual Safe Walk Let’s You Complete a 4K Your Way
Elmbrook Village at Bozrah Celebrates 1st Birthday
ECSO Launches Soundscape Program
Sesame Street Puppeteer Pam Arciero at La Grua Center
Community Foundation of Eastern CT Announces a Record $787,507 in Scholarship Awards
Fall Late-Start Classes Now Open for Registration at Three Rivers Community College
ECSO Launches Soundscape Program
Liberty Bank Accepting Nominations through September 4 for its 20th Annual Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award
Generations Family Health Center Introduces Norm the COVID-19 Community Dog Education Program
Westbrook Outlet: Labor Day Sidewalk Sales
Two Suisman Shapiro attorneys named to 2021 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Onward Leaders Virtual Art Auction
Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition: Create the Vote
Art at the Airport Program: Seeking 3-month Exhibition Proposals for 2021
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Showcases Works by Michael Harvey
Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware Voyages to Mystic Seaport Museum
Charter Oak Reports Strong Performance During 2019
Mystic Seaport Museum Exhibition to Focus on the Art of the Sailor
Always Home Completes Window Replacement Project Thanks to Two Major Gifts
Five Suisman Shapiro attorneys named to 2021 Best Lawyers® list
Outdoor Workout with Advantage Personal Training
EWIB Announces Wage Reimbursement Program
Mystic Aquarium's Annual Fun Run for Penguins goes Virtual
Mystic Seaport Museum to Host Woodcraft Weekend August 29-30
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Two Upcoming Office of the Arts Grant Deadlines!
TLGV Announces New Board Officers and Members
Garde Arts: Jeff Benedict's The Dynasty Virtual Book Launch with Michael Holley September 1
John Henshaw Named Connecticut Port Authority Executive Director
Yoga Overlooking The Vines
NCDC Issues Second COVID Business Survey
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La Grua Center presents: Support the Arts WIN WIN Online Auction
Beer'd Brewing Opens Beer'd Garden in Stonington
Military Spouse Entrepreneur Summit on August 19
Governor Lamont Announces Additional Coronavirus Relief Funding to Assist Connecticut School Districts
Thousands of Utility Crews Working Relentlessly to Restore Power to Customers Impacted by Isaias
15th Annual Drive for Diabetes Golf Tournament
Mystic Aquarium and Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Team Up in Celebration of Sharks
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital receives Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement
Chelsea Groton Bank Team Members Earn Degrees, Diplomas and Certifications
Gourmet Galley at Home Final Week, Catering Services Resume
Thames River Innovation Place Opens RFP to Stimulate Regional Innovation Ecosystem and Blue Economy
Eversource Working Around-the-Clock Restoration Effort after Devastating Tropical Storm Isaias Pounds New England
Hard Rock Cafe Offers Thank You to Frontline Healthcare Workers
Higher Edge Welcomes New Board Members
Drive Through Food Drive August 8
Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Events In August
New Data Analytics Certificate at Three Rivers Community College
As We Know It Opening Reception August 8th, 2020
Mystic Seaport Museum to Host Antique Marine Engine Exposition August 15-16
National Directors Fellowship Selections Announced
Eversource is Ready to Respond to Tropical Storm Isaias During Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
Citizens Bank Announces Grant Program for Minority-Owned Small Businesses
NESS Hosts Virtual Art Show to Support Online Learning
Three Rivers Community College Hosts Virtual Open House on Thursday, August 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling 40th Anniversary Conference
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La Grua Center's Annual Stonington Artist Show Goes Virtual
Attorney Kristi D. Kelly of Suisman Shapiro honored by Connecticut Bar Association
Eastern Regional Tourism District Launches Regional Marketing Partnership Program
Hartford Healthcare's David Whitehead Joins the NESS Board of Directors
Catholic Charities Golf Tournament announced for September 16, 2020
Wireless Zone Announces $40,000 in Grant recipients, Back Pack Give Away and More!
CT Testing for Vulnerable Communities: Appeal to Share Information
Eversource Encourages Customers to Evaluate Lowest-Cost Energy Supply Options
Charter Oak Community Giving Tops $183,000 in First Half of 2020
The Connecticut Artist Fellowship Program is accepting applications!
Charter Oak Named ‘Best In State’ Credit Union in Forbes Survey
Plimoth Plantation’s Fully Restored MAYFLOWER II to Begin Homecoming Voyage to Plymouth, Massachusetts from Mystic, Connecticut on July 20, 2020
Free Backpack Giveaway
Three Rivers Community College Announces Spring 2020 Dean’s List
''This Weekend'' Page is Back!
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Displays Oversized, Hyperrealistic Sculptures of Sweet Treats by Peter Anton
New! Track and Trampoline Private Reservations
IRS Issues FFCRA W-2 Reporting Guidance
SPECIAL GRANT OPPORTUNITY Lord Foundation Special Fund for Arts & Culture Established
Self-Compassion and Resilience for Healers Working with Trauma and Problem Gamblers
STEPS, Inc. 2020 Summer Leadership Program
Advanced Group Opens New Custom Cabinetry and Woodworking Shop
EIDL Advance Program Ends After Disbursing $20 Billion
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Doing Well While Doing Good
Outdoor Art Exhibition and Evening Film Series Opens at UConn, Avery Point
Mitchell College Welcomes New President, Elects New Chair of Board of Trustees
Music Matters on YouTube: Harpsichord Concert with Elena Zamolodchikova
Nature Center Announces Plans to Reopen Following COVID-19 Closure
S.T.E.P.S. Invites High School Students to Empowering Guided Discussion
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The Arc Eastern Connecticut Receives Donation from EB Employees’ Association
Argia MysticCruises Available for Private Group Trips
Federal CARES Act funds distributed state-wide by NEA & COA
Stop the Spread: Signage for Your Business
Pfizer and BioNTech Announce Early Positive Data from an Ongoing Phase 1/2 Study of mRNA-Base Vaccine Candidate Against SARS-CoV-2
Bill Stanley, Vice President, Government and Community Relations, Announces Retirement
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Operation Shower, ConnectiCare, Travelers Championship Host Drive-Through Baby Shower For Military Moms-to-be
Don’t Miss the July 15 Deadline for New Students to Attend Three Rivers Community College for FREE
Grab your masks and board the region’s water taxi for a fun and safe ride as the Thames River Heritage Park launches its fifth season
Florence Griswold Museum Reopens July 7 with a new exhibition!
Hygienic Art Upcoming Summer Events
Governor Lamont Announces Assistance for Renters, Homeowners, and Residential Landlords Impacted by COVID-19 Emergency
Mystic Seaport Museum Presents A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft
Brahms & Shumann Concert at La Grua Center begin July 6
Governor Lamont Announces Plans for the 2020-21 School Year Amid the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
Governor Lamont Announces ConnectiCorps Service Opportunity
Governor Lamont, Governor Cuomo, and Governor Murphy Announce Joint Incoming Travel Advisory That All Individuals Traveling From States With Significant Community Spread of COVID-19 Self-Quarantine
Arts Grants Available
Three Rivers College Foundation receives $5,000 grant from Chelsea Groton Foundation to support tutoring initiative
Announcing Our New Tourism Campaign!
DeBiasi, Turner, Wodicka, and McCloskey Receive ECAR Honors
Paycheck Protection Program Updates: Reviewing the New Guidelines
SBA Rolls Out Dedicated Tool for Small Businesses to Connect with CDFIs, Small Asset Lenders Participating in PPP
SBA and Treasury Announce New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program
Regional Collaboration Featured at National Arts Annual Convention
On-Site Summer Camps Slated: New Spin on Mystic Aquarium's Summer Classic
Degrees and Certificates Awarded at Three Rivers Community College Commencement
Drive-In Movies at Foxwoods Offer Advertising Opportunity
Mohegan Sun Supports the Physical and Mental Health of Guests as Casino & Resort Reopen for Business
SBA and Treasury Announce New and Revised Guidance Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program
S.T.E.P.S. Hosts Conversation with Dr. Leah Russack-Baker for Middle School Students
COVID-19 Resources for African-American Entrepreneurs across New England on June 16
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The Arc Eastern Connecticut Receives Donation from AHEPA
Argia's Sailing Season Starts June 26
Eversource Provides Virtual Energy Efficiency Pre-Assessments During COVID-19 Pandemic
Mystic Seaport Museum and Discovering Amistad to Partner on Anti-Racism, Diversity Programming
Hartford HealthCare Makes Mystic Donations
Governor Lamont Launches Initiative Providing Connecticut Residents With Career Resources and Workforce Upskilling Following COVID-19 Pandemic
SBA Release: Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act
Good Stories Well Told: Journalist Tom Verde at La Grua June 24
Westerly Education Center Ready to Reopen
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is Open
Elmbrook Village to Host Paint Sculpting Event to Benefit End Alzheimer's
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut President to Retire
Advisor Golam Ahmed Joins Charter Oak Retirement and Investment Services
CT Council on Problem Gambling: Intro to Internet Gaming Disorder
Three Rivers Community College to Hold Virtual Commencement on Saturday, June 13
Mystic Seaport Museum Honored with Sustainability Award
Virtual Small Business Expo June 10-11
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Comcast Business Helps Businesses of All Sizes Better Support Remote Workers with New Connectivity Solutions
AG Tong and State Police Release PSA Encouraging Residents to Fact Check COVID19 Information
Time Is Running Out – Deadlines Approaching For Residents That Lost Health Insurance Due To Job Loss
SBA Awards $100,000 for Veteran Owned Small Business Growth Pilot Training Program
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces 2020 Summer Season: Puppetry, Musicals, Plays, & Cabaret
Vote for Bradley Airport in Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards
Charter Oak to Reopen Branch Lobbies on Monday, June 8
Access Health CT: Need Coverage Now?
Pat Munger Construction Hosts Free Commercial Solar Webinar
The Paycheck Protection Program Forgiveness Application and Guidelines are now available
Three Rivers Community College Hosts Virtual Open House on Tuesday, June 9
Garde Arts Center Launches Garde Virtual Cinema
SBA and Treasury Department Announce $10 Billion for CDFIs to Participate in the Paycheck Protection
Charter Oak Community Outreach Donates Over $3,100 in Food Assistance
Thames River Quests Are Family Fun for Anytime this Summer
Morin Associates: 2021 Inflation Adjusted Amounts for HSAs
Virtual Information Sessions for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, A.S. Degree Program
Fitness challenge honors and supports health care heroes at Yale New Haven Health and Yale Medicine
L+M Healthcare Announces 2020 Nightingale Nurses
ConnectiCare extends no-cost telehealth benefits through June
DECD Shares COVID -19 Enforcement Efforts and Information on Phase 2
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Announces $600,000 Gift from John Gore
Arrow Paper Party Rental Offers Tents, Tables, Chairs and Cleaners
Mystic Seaport Museum to Reopen to the Public May 23
Mystic Aquarium to Screen Visitors on Opening Days with Assistance from VNA
Virtual Happy Hour with Kristoff the Magician at La Grua June 12
DECD Releases Small Business Reopening Resource Guide
Mystic Aquarium Set for Phased Reopening to Public on May 22 - Special Event Dates Schedule for May 20 & 21
Robinson+Cole Facilitates Launch of Statewide COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic
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