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The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that The New London Big Band will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets range from $38-$49 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/nlbb-2023/.The New London Big Band performs recently discovered, unrecorded music of Harry James and his Orchestra, written for him by Thad Jones For this special performance, The New London Big Band will be joined by Wayne Bergeron and John
TOOL returns to the road this fall, expanding on their recently announced festival appearances (Power Trip, Aftershock and Louder Than Life) with a six-week, North American tour that includes a Friday, November 10th performance at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are $199.50, $149.50 and $99.50 and go on sale Friday, June 9th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Ticketswill also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, June 10th, subject to availability. Since the 2019 release of the TOOL’s United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is teaming up with the Connecticut Sun to host a United Way Night on Thursday, June 8 at Mohegan Sun Arena. The Sun will take on the Las Vegas Aces, the reigning WNBA champions. United Way will receive $5 for every ticket sold to benefit the organization’s vital network of health and human service programs and initiatives.
The June 8 game is A Night of Distinction when excellence in sports will be celebrated with special appearances from Olympic Medalists and New Governor Ned Lamont is reminding Connecticut residents that the state’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $14.00 per hour to $15.00 per hour beginning Thursday, June 1, 2023.
The change is the result of legislation he signed into law four years ago that schedules several gradual increases in the minimum wage to occur over a five-year period.
“No one should work a full-time job and live in poverty,” Governor Lamont said. “For too long, while the nation’s economy grew, the income of the U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced legislation in the U.S, Senate, first introduced and led by U.S. Representatives Joe Courtney (D-CT) and Trent Kelly (R-MS) in the House, to extend crucial health benefits to surviving families of National Guard members and Reservists.
Sergeant First Class Michael Clark, of Bolton, Connecticut, died during a training exercises in Georgia last year. Under current law, The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut announced recent grant awards of $2.2 million to advance greater equities in its six focus areas: early childhood care and education; youth development and empowerment; access to affordable, safe, and inclusive housing; access to high quality and affordable health care; women’s and girls’ empowerment; and environmental resilience.
The Foundation continues to see an increase in demand for programs that address housing and food insecurity this year. A core
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Brian Regan will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.. Tickets range from $38-$65 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/brian-regan/.Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling Brian, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly calling him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” (List of graduates and their towns included at end of release)
On Tuesday, May 23, Three Rivers Community College held its sixty-first Nursing Pinning Ceremony. Hundreds of friends and family gathered to watch their loved ones take the final step in becoming nurses, a select few in the same room and others in nearby classrooms where the ceremony was broadcast live. During the ceremony, 45 nursing students of the Class of Spring 2023 received their nursing pin, marking the completion of their nursing The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that voting is now open for Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards and Bradley International Airport is once again in the running for the “Best Airport” honor.
In 2022, Bradley International Airport was voted the “2nd Best Airport in the U.S.” in the survey, a notable recognition that has continued to spotlight the airport nationally. This year’s nomination comes on the heels of the ongoing improvements the airport has undertaken
[Stonington, CT] - Jill Corr, Board Chair of The Stonington COMO, has announced that Dr. Matthew Haugen will commence as Executive Director on May 25, 2023, replacing Beth Stewart, who retired on March 28, following a ten-year career with the organization.
Dr. Haugen, an alumnus of Kenyon College with a bachelor’s degree in political science, holds a PhD from The University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he was a Fulbright Scholar in Kinesiology, Cultural, Interpretive and Science Studies. He also
About the Cultural Coalition: The Cultural Coalition, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, with the mission to improve the economy, vitality and quality of life in eastern Connecticut by supporting the arts, cultural and creative community. P.O. Box 95, New London, CT 06320 | (860) 448-5135 | info@CultureSECT.org | www.CultureSECT.org “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” aptly describes the newest public art coming to downtown Norwich this month. Entitled “Breakthrough” by muralist and internationally trained art educator, Faith Satterfield, the large and colorful work reflects the journey from the darkness of domestic violence and a worldwide pandemic to the hope and light of recovery, healing, and the joy of life. The last piece in the “White Light” series, “Breakthrough” takes the viewer from the darkness and
Hope in Focus, a nonprofit dedicated to finding treatments and cures for blindness caused by rare inherited retinal diseases, will host a fundraising event called A Rare Opportunity on June 4, 2023, at United Theatre in Westerly. Included will be a viewing of the award-winning film A Shot in the Dark, followed by talkback and questions with blind athlete Anthony Ferraro.
“A Rare Opportunity is an event we conceived in 2019. We wanted to create an event that allowed us to not only raise critically
Neil Rubler-founded Company Adds 30 Attainably Priced, Sustainable New Homes to Market
Vessel Technologies, Inc., a mission-driven housing product company and franchisor that provides communities, institutions, and developers with high-quality, sustainable, and attainably priced homes, is putting the finishing touches on its five-story building at 174 Bank Street. The company and the city celebrated their partnership, which brings 30 much-needed, new homes to the city’s resurgent downtown, with a brief Gemma E. Moran, the founder of the United Way/Labor Food Center, has passed away at the age of 99. Moran was pivotal in establishing a way to help food insecure individuals in New London County during a time of economic distress in Southeastern Connecticut. Her words ring true today that “no child should be hungry.”
Since 1988, the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center has played a key role in providing one of the building blocks to a good quality of life by feeding families and individuals facing
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Ben Folds will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the What Matters Most tour. Tickets range from $55-$85 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/ben-folds/. Folds’ masterful new collection, What Matters Most, isn’t so much a statement as it is an offering, an open hand reaching out to all those wounded and bewildered by a world that seems to make less and less sense every Attention High School Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen:
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For More Information:www.delauro.house.govwww.himes.house.govwww.hayes.house.govwww.blumenthal.senate.govwww.murphy.senate.govwww.larson.house.govwww.courtney.house.gov Mohegan Sun is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with a fun-filled weekend of Pride. Festivities start Saturday, June 24th with an all-ages event, Pride on the Sun Patio. Then, Cocktails & Queens delivers the ultimate drag show in The Cabaret Theatre. Guests can keep the party going on Saturday with Avalon Nightclub’s PRIDE @ Night. Pride Weekend wraps up on Sunday, June 25th with the You Better Work: Diva Brunch at novelle, a special E.R. Fightmaster meet & greet, and a Pride-themed Connecticut Sun Also Introducing One-Stop BreezeThru Flights to Los AngelesAs Breeze Airways approaches its second anniversary at Bradley International Airport, the Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that the low-fare airline is launching four new destinations from the airport, including nonstop service to Fort Myers, FL, New Orleans, LA, and Tampa, FL, with fares starting from $79*. Breeze is also adding one-stop/no plane change ‘BreezeThru’ flights to Los Angeles, CA.
The inaugural routes are Bored Teachers Comedy TourThe Bored Teachers Comedy Tour is the Self-Care Teachers Need in Their Lives Right Now!New London (May 15, 2023) – The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Bored Teachers will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. as part of their 2022 tour. Tickets range from $33-$48 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/bored-teachers/.
More than ever, teachers need an outlet to find kick back and laugh at the
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 4, 2023) – Summertime at Mohegan Sun is in full effect on the Sun Patio. The former Summer Entrance has been transformed into a 2,100 square-foot outdoor event space that is perfect for sunny days and warm summer nights. The star of the show is the elevated, 50 square-foot Sun Patio Bar, complete with six hi-definition screens (including two menu boards) and a full bar including six bartender stations. Regular hours for the Sun Patio Bar are Fridays from 5:00pm – 11:00pm, Saturdays The Arc Eastern Connecticut is hosting the 35th annual Gardner Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 21st at Connecticut National Golf Club in Putnam. Individuals and foursomes are welcome. Scramble format. 8AM check-in; 9AM tee time. Great food, raffle, and prizes for top finishers. All proceeds support programs and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in eastern CT. This year’s theme (for best-dressed contest): “Welcome, Summer!” For more information and to Make Music Day Southeastern CT - Information and Registration
For musicians, bands, music instructors and venues to find information to participate in the 6th annual Make Music Southeastern CT on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Register Now!
Music-makers who would like to share their music with the local community should register to find a place to perform or be added to the performance schedule.
Locations interested in hosting free, live performances and musical activities that day should register with The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to present a special exhibition that explores the work of one of New London’s best-known artists, Barkley L. Hendricks (1945—2017). The exhibition, Barkley L. Henricks in New London, opens Friday, May 26 and presents the work of the internationally celebrated Hendricks, who is best known for his expressive, large-scale portraits, many from the 1970s, which present a powerful vision of modern Black identity. Inspired by Old Master portraits and the desire for racial The Arc Eastern Connecticut received $250 from the Putnam Lions Club Foundation as part of their annual Night of Giving event. The ceremony was held April 14 at the CT Audubon Society at their Pomfret center. “The Lions have been a great partner and advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, particularly in northeastern Connecticut,” said The Arc’s Chief Executive Officer Kathleen Stauffer. “It’s an honor to be recognized by the Foundation each year; their generosity helps us The 37th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut will take place across the state on Wednesday, May 31st, Thursday, June 1st and Friday, June 2nd. During the Torch Run, law enforcement officers will run through their towns and cities carrying the Special Olympics Torch, with its “Flame of Hope”, and pass it along to neighboring officers at each town line. The Torch Run aims to promote awareness and understanding of Special Olympics, raise funds to support its athletes of all
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that The Magic School Bus will be performed at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. as part of the Dominion Energy SchoolTime Performance Series, sponsored by Dominion Energy. Tickets range from $10-$12 and are available by calling the box office at 860-444-7373 x1.When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip!
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is pleased to announce its 2023 summer season, which is made up of more than 30 public events. Public performances will include work by artists selected for the National Puppetry Conference, the National Playwrights Conference, the National Music Theater Conference, and the Cabaret & Performance Conference.
The season will begin with the National Puppetry Conference, which will welcome puppeteers from around the world. Patrons are invited to learn more about puppetry Bank to host two free, secure, and safe shred and recycling events this Spring
GROTON, Conn. –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 Experience & Engagement Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank. “Although criminals are increasingly using cyber-attacks to gain access to personal
The Connecticut Port Authority and State of Connecticut, together with the offshore wind development joint venture of Ørsted and Eversource, are investing $255.5 million to redevelop the Authority’s State Pier Terminal in the Port of New London. Ørsted and Eversource have contributed $77.5 million to the project.
The terminal upgrades will be substantially completed by spring 2023, at which point terminal operator Gateway will resume port operations and begin receiving offshore wind component The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that LeAnn Rimes will perform with opener Braiden Sunshine at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. as part of the story…so far tour. Tickets range from $39-$85 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/leann-rimes/.
LeAnn Rimes is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter. She has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2 Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 2, 2023) – Today, the Jonas Brothers announce their most ambitious outing yet, a massive 35-date stadium and arena run – THE TOUR – where the band will perform five albums every night. The momentum comes off the incredible response and fan demand from their highly successful sold-out Broadway engagement and their two-date Yankee Stadium sell-out, kicking off the tour in August. THE TOUR stops at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, August 17th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $169.50, $149.50, seCTerRise offers business guidance, grant funding, and more to new and existing businesses
Entrepreneurs and existing business owners now have access to free advising services paired with growth funding up to $20,000 from seCTer, the Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region, through its seCTerRise business retention and expansion program launched today.
seCTer, the federally designated economic development agency for the southeastern Connecticut, is overseeing the use of $4.5 million over the next
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital and Westerly Hospital affiliated physicians have been named among the “Top Docs” in Connecticut and RI Monthly magazines’ annual survey reported in the May 2023 issues. Oliver Mayorga, MD, chief medical officer, said the annual roster of the top physicians is always a chance to acknowledge the fine work of the hospital medical staff.
“Each year, it’s a source of pride to see so many of our doctors represented on the list,” he said. “We commend this year’s honorees. These
Join us May 2 – May 3, 2023, for the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE.
Attend this free, virtual summit to learn new business strategies, meet other business owners and chat with industry experts! This 2-day, action-packed event will include educational sessions, online business resources, and expert speakers.
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The National Small Business Week 2-day virtual summit is happening Tuesday, May 2 – Wednesday, May 3, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is seeking proposals for new member agencies to the organization’s Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center). The goal is to increase food access to underrepresented populations with high food insecurity rates.
The USDA defines food insecurity as a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household in order to live an active, healthy life. New London County experiences food insecurity at a rate of 12.2%; the second highest rate of Kimberly Cardinal Piscatelli, Owner and Dealer Manager of Cardinal Honda, was recently elected to Chelsea Groton Bank’s Board of Trustees. She became a Corporator of the Bank in 2020.“We are excited to welcome Kim to our Board of Trustees,” said Anthony Joyce, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. “Kim is a lifelong resident of southeastern Connecticut, and a respected leader in her industry and the region. She, like Chelsea Groton Bank, knows how important customer service is, both in person and Since 1985, Three Rivers Community College and Dominion Energy, then Millstone PowerStation, have been partnering to power the future of Connecticut. Through a strategic partnership that includes over $218,000 in student scholarship support, we have trained a generation of nuclear technicians together.
This year is no exception as we congratulate Joseph James Cirrito IV on winning the American Technical Education Association 2023 Outstanding Technical Student Award. This is a prestigious, national award
Community Foundation President and CEO Maryam Elahi was honored to receive the Transformative Leadership Award from Connecticut Voices for Children (CT Voices) at their First for Kids event, held on April 13th at the Pond House Café, West Hartford.
First for Kids is an annual event hosted by CT Voices to celebrate honorees across the state doing important work on behalf of children and families in Connecticut.
CT Voices Board Member Shenae Draughn presented the award to Maryam and noted, "As the Embark on a Day-Sail or Sunset Cruise on the last commercial sailing ship left in Mystic.
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It’s officially time to dust off the golf clubs and lace up the spikes as the Mohegan Sun Golf Club (MSGC), located at 7 Dows Ln in Baltic, CT, is open for the 2023 season to all resort and public play! In addition to enjoying one of the top golf destinations New England has to offer, golfers can dine at the Pautipaug Pub & Grille where a variety of delicious food options are offered, including Southwest Quesadillas, the Cajun The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce the launch of CLEAR and its identity verification technology at Bradley International Airport (BDL).
“At Bradley International Airport, we are always looking for innovative approaches to the traveler journey,” said Kevin A. Dillon, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Connecticut Airport Authority. “With our focus on modernizing the whole travel experience, while maintaining the integrity of safety and security protocols, we are thrilled to introduce The mutual bank continues to find success and earn accolades by keeping customers and community top-of-mind
(GROTON, Conn.) – Chelsea Groton Bank reported impressive financial, educational, technical, and community-based accomplishments at its 168th Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 13, 2023. President and CEO Anthony A. Joyce, III presented the Bank’s 2022 results to Bank officers, Board members and Corporators.
“Our mission as a mutual, community bank has always been, and will continue to be,
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and Mohegan Sun will be putting on a brunch like no other. Also, popular restaurants like BALLO Italian Restaurant, SolToro, Michael Jordan’s Steak House and more are inviting guests to gather around the table for a special meal. Mother’s Day Brunch and all dining specials are offered on Sunday, May 14th unless otherwise specified.Mohegan Sun’s Mother Day Brunch will be offering two types of brunch options to celebrate Mom this year.
The first option is The Be sure to join the SECT Women’s Network Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 at 11:30 am for our Monthly Luncheon at Filomena's, $20 for members, $20 for non-members, includes gratuity and tax. Register online or pay at the door.
In this session, Karen Etchells will provide pointers for achieving greater levels of engagement with followers on social media platforms and how to measure, expand upon, and follow up on that momentum.
Topics to be covered are:
• How to tweak your social media profiles to Family Day Celebration
Join us on April 15th, from 10 - 2 at the Submarine Force Museum.
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Meet our friends at the CT Audubon Society, Fleet and Family, Niantic Children's Museum, the Avery House, and more!
1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton CT 1-800-343-0079 In Honoring of the Month of the Military Child Open to the Public Mitchell College marks its 79th Commencement Exercises on Sat., May 13, with Attorney General William Tong delivering the keynote address to the Class of 2023. The ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on the Mitchell College Green.
William Tong is the 25th attorney general to serve Connecticut, taking office in 2019, and now serving his second term. He was the first Asian American elected to statewide office in Connecticut, and the first Chinese American to be elected Attorney General nationwide. He served FreshConnections, a Groton based women's networking group, is pleased to announce the 2023 Women in Business Forum: Exploring Your Path to Success, May 3, 2023 at the Mystic Hilton, 6 Coogan Blvd, Mystic CT 06355 from 8:30 am to 4 pm.
Featuring a full day of education, how-to's, tips, tricks, and techniques, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy breakfast while they listen to Keynote speaker, Millie Devine's, Reaching Your Personal Business Goals: Unlocking the Keys to Empowerment & Unmasking the The Auxillary of L + M Hospital Fundraising Luncheon 'Celebrating Nurses'
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The Spa at Norwich Inn, 607 West Main St, Norwich
Chief Lynn Malerba, Mohegan Tribe, United States Treasurer
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Our April Fundraising Luncheon is now open for registrationClick here to register. Pre-registration is required. Tickets are limited!
Foxwoods Resort Casino is proud to announce its partnership with Cassandra Cole, a trailblazing women's race car driver, in celebration of Women's History Month. Foxwoods will be the primary sponsor of Cole's upcoming race on April 2 at Thompson Motor Speedway located in Thompson, Connecticut, and throughout the season at Stafford Motor Speedway located in Stafford Springs, Connecticut. At both race tracks, Cassandra will be racing in a Spafco house car prepared by Ken Barry located out of Preston, The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut will host the 12th Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast at Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa on May 5, 2023. The breakfast serves over 130 active-duty military servicepeople between branches of the Navy, Coast Guard, and National Guard, through the support of the program’s Presenting Sponsor General Dynamics Electric Boat and additional business supporters.
In addition to honoring the local military community, awards are presented to local businesses that Always Home’s HEART TO HEART Gala, honoring long-time supporters Betty and Bill Smith, is Friday, April 21, 2023 at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa. The Gala is the nonprofit social service agency’s primary fundraiser for the year and benefits Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness. This year the organization is proud to commemorate 25 years of community service.
“Since our founding in 1998, Always Home has grown from a small grassroots effort to an agency serving upwards of 300 families a Child and Family Agency of Southeastern CT, Golf Tournament, June 5, 2023, 11:00AM-8:00PM, Fox Hopyard Golf Course. Support CFA by playing a round of 18 holes at this private golf course. Includes lunch and dinner. To register go to www.childandfamilyagency.org/events.
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, has once again awarded Chelsea Groton Bank, based in New London County, Connecticut, a 5-Star rating. Chelsea Groton has earned Bauer’s top rating continuously since September 1994 (116 consecutive quarters). Financial institutions that have earned this top rating for 100 or more consecutive quarters have the added distinction of being named a “Best of Bauer Bank”.
Bauer reviews every federally-insured U.S. chartered bank with the same strict Join SBA POWERLUNCH with Comptroller ScanlonTuesday, April 18th 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMMyCTSavings is a new retirement savings program, overseen by the Connecticut Office of the State Comptroller. A way to help Connecticut employees save and plan for the future. More than 600,000 private-sector employees in Connecticut have no access to an employer-sponsored retirement savings plan.MyCTSavings was created by law to meet this urgent need. With MyCTSavings, employers can now offer their employees an easy way to
New London’s “The Great Sperm Whales” mural is one of 100 in the world and the only one in Connecticut
Thirty years after painting a mural at the corner of Eugene O’Neill Drive and State Street, marine life artist and conservationist Wyland will return to New London to restore it. Wyland, called a "Marine Michelangelo" by USA Today, will be here Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2 to repaint the 175-foot-long by 35-foot-high mural. The mural, which depicts sperm whales and dolphins, has deteriorated
Chambers of Commerce partner to present Groton-Stonington updateThe Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce to jointly host “State of Groton & Stonington” on April 28STONINGTON, Conn., March 28, 2023 – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce will partner to host the “State of Groton & Stonington” presentation and forum on Friday, April 28 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Hilton Mystic, 20 Coogan Boulevard.
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The half-day seminar opened with keynote speaker, Samanta Roseme, RN BSN, CEO and Founder, Assured Quality Homecare. She shared her journey of becoming a The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Aer Lingus has resumed its popular nonstop service from Bradley International Airport to Dublin, Ireland. The first flight departed Bradley International Airport today, March 26, 2023, at 6:00 pm EST.
The resumed service operates daily through the end of October via Aer Lingus’ Airbus A321neo LR aircraft and offers connectivity to 28 key UK and European airports, including London, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Vienna, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome and 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 Easter is right around the corner, and popular Mohegan Sun restaurants like BALLO Italian Restaurant, SolToro, Michael Jordan’s Steak House and more are inviting guests to gather around the table for a festive meal. The Shops at Mohegan Sun are also celebrating with a variety of exciting retail deals. All dining and retail specials are valid on Sunday, April 9th unless otherwise specified.Dinner at BALLO Italian Restaurant starts with the choice of pan-seared branzino, lemon burro bianco and charred Answering a need to prepare students to pursue in-demand jobs—and to provide the economy with workplace-ready employees—Mitchell College is unveiling several new academic options starting the Fall 2023 semester. The new majors include two new bachelor’s degrees and two new associate degrees:
Business Management (B.S.)Public Health (B.A.)Computer and Data Information Systems (A.S.)General Studies, with a focus on Workplace Readiness (A.A.)
Vice President for Academic Affairs Elizabeth A. Beaulieu, Ph.D., The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and there are summer bargains galore! Dive into summer 2023 and celebrate new beginnings, new opportunities, and new looks at the Summer Splash After Hours Shopping Event during special evening hours at the COMO Thrift Shop on Monday, April 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Discover the treasures inside COMO Thrift Shop — perfect to refresh your wardrobe! Enjoy lemonade and fruity delights while dipping into the eclectic selection of summer essentials including dresses, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut celebrated the conclusion of its first-ever Student United Way (SUW) cohort. Out of 42 applicants, who are all High School Juniors and Seniors, twenty were invited to join the program’s inaugural session. They represented nine area schools. It is the only Student United Way in New England.
“We’re excited to see this young group get so engaged in philanthropy through Student United Way,” said Dina Sears-Graves, President and CEO of United Way of Southeastern Membership Includes:
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Contact Casey Wegrzyn at cwegrzyn@connecticutsun.com The reigning Country Music Award’s “Female Vocalist of the Year” and “New Artist of The Year” and ACM’s “New Female Artist of the Year” Lainey Wilson has earned the enthusiasm of the industry and will make her Mohegan Sun Arena headlining debut this summer.
Wilson last performed at Mohegan Sun Arena as an opener for Luke Combs in late 2022. Lainey Wilson headlines Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:30pm on Friday, July 28th.
Tickets are $79.50, $59.50, $49.50, and $39.50, and go on sale Friday, March 24th at 10:00am In the air, water, and even under foot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem on earth. By using cutting-edge technology and custom methods, artist Bob Sober created Small Wonders: Insects in Focus, an exhibition of breathtaking beauty that allows viewers to see this hidden world like they’ve never seen it before. Small Wonders aims to inspire, in an artistic way, our natural curiosity to understand the form, function, and Saturday, May 6, 2023 8:00-11:00AM, Wadawanuck Square, Stonington Borough, our first Mental Health Awareness Run/Walk. Support Child and Family Agency as an individual or by forming a team to participate in this event. Check-in begins at 8:00 and the run/walk starts at 9:00. This will be a timed event. There will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in three categories, female, male and under 18. Following the run/walk we will move over to Breakwater Restaurant to enjoy food/drink on their deck overlooking the Three Rivers Community College newest gallery, the Diversity 365 Gallery, will host Exhibition #3 now through April 17, 2023. The show features two-dimensional work from five Connecticut artists. All work explores themes of diversity, equity and inclusion. This show is the third in the series of Diversity 365 exhibitions and is the result of an invitation to all artists who either live or work in Connecticut. The Diversity 365 exhibitions have provided the Donald E. Welter Library at Three Rivers with a
Waterford credit union assures customers Silicon Valley Bank failure will never happen here.
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, a local credit union with headquarters located in Waterford, CT, assures members and potential members that their money is “safe, sound, secure, and protected.”
With the recent headlines in the news regarding Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, customers at banks and credit unions may have questions and concerns regarding the safety of their deposits.
Brian A. Orenstein, The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations that April 17 is the filing deadline for federal working capital loans in parts of Rhode Island and adjacent states for drought that began Aug. 9, 2022.
Low-interest disaster loans are available in the counties of Bristol, Kent, Newport, Providence and Washington in Rhode Island; New London and Windham in Connecticut;
AMA Dance Theatre (ADT) announces their professional company's inaugural production of Marius Petipa’s classical ballet adaptation of "Sleeping Beauty" on stage at the Garde Arts Center Friday, March 31, and Saturday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $30-$90 and are on sale to the public at https://gardearts.org/events/sleeping-beauty/.
Just as in the fairy tale, in the classical ballet adaptation, audiences will experience a timeless tale of enchantment and love, only now it is expressed Launched in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic, Program Keeps Students Engaged in Learning During Summer Months
Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker today announced that the Connecticut State Department of Education is releasing $11.5 million from its share of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to continue its highly successful Summer Enrichment Program in summer 2023 and summer 2024.
The governor proposed the creation of the program in 2021 in an effort to connect
Chelsea Groton Bank, named a Top Workplace in CT since 2016, is hosting a career fair for candidates interested in pursuing a career in banking on Thursday, April 6th from 4 – 6 PM at the Bank’s New London Branch, One Montauk Avenue, New London, CT.
Candidates are encouraged to bring a resume and to dress professionally. Bank team members will meet with candidates and hold interviews on the spot for entry-level through management branch positions, sales positions, internships, and more. Full-time, Tue, Mar 14, 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM EDTOnline eventLet's talk about leading diverse teams of talent! Join host Terrika Foster-Brasby, Sun President Jen Rizzotti, Anthem BCBS of CT President Lou Gianquinto, and Assistant GM Morgan Tuck as they discuss topics that should be part of every organization's strategic plan: • The Sun DE&I Gameplan – Providing Access • Team-building / Conflict Resolution • Equity in Professional Sports & Corporate Board rooms • Career Advice for Young Talent4 SpeakersJennifer Rizzotti,
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking vocalists for its 2023 Cabaret Fellows program. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.
The Cabaret Fellows program is a part of the annual Cabaret & Performance Conference, which brings some of the biggest names in cabaret theater to perform on the O’Neill’s seaside campus. The Fellows program offers performers an opportunity to refine their skills and stage presence through classes and coachings that cover song
The COMO is now accepting applications for 2023 scholarships
Stonington residents enrolled in college and high school seniors pursuing higher education are encouraged to apply to the six scholarship awards administered by the Stonington Community Center (COMO). The scholarship application period is open now! Scholarships available include the Josh Piver Memorial Fund, the Francis Drake Endowment Fund, the Robert and Doris Ramsbotham Scholarship Endowment Fund, the Frank Turek Scholarship Endowment Fund, The Stonington Community Center, Inc (COMO) announces the retirement of Executive Director, Beth-Ann Stewart, who has led the nonprofit organization for the past 10 years.
“Most rewarding for me during these past 10 years as the COMO’s Executive Director has been the people I’ve met along the way. It has been my absolute pleasure to work with so many talented board members, volunteers and staff, both past and present, who worked selflessly on behalf of the COMO’s success and growth. I am so very
The Riverfront Children’s Center, a non-profit childcare and early learning center on Thames Street received a score of 97.5 out of a possible 100 in the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation process. NAEYC is the world’s largest organization of early childhood professionals and awards one of the most recognized accreditations for childcare centers.
The months-long assessment process concentrates on ten standards of excellence: Relationships; Curriculum; Teaching; On Monday, Senator Richard Blumenthal announced that Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) will receive $1.6 million to support two critical projects as part of the Fiscal Year 2023 federal budget signed into law in December.
Before a group of NPU employees, Senator Blumenthal announced that $800,000 will be provided through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Poquetanuck Cove Crossing Water Interconnection; $800,000 will also be provided to support NPU’s work of re-lining sewer mains in the Does your business have 50 or more employees? Is any employee the spouse, son, daughter, or parent of a covered servicemember either called for foreign deployment or experiencing a serious injury or illness?
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage & Hour Division, for this information-packed webinar focusing on the federal Family and Medical Leave Act’s (FMLA) Military Family Leave provisions – specifically, the “qualifying exigency leave” and “military caregiver
Blumenthal joined U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Boozman (R-AR) in introducing the Military Spouse Hiring Act, legislation to amend the tax code to incentivize businesses to hire military spouses. According to a survey by Blue Star Families, military spouse employment is the top issue impacting active-duty families, and the top contributor to financial stress among military families. Military spouses consistently experience unemployment rates substantially higher (opens in a new window) than the
Last Thursday, we celebrated 64 carpenters, metal workers, and other shipbuilders who successfully completed Electric Boat’s 2-year apprenticeship program. These sorts of careers are in high demand right now, and these men and women worked hard and gained the skills necessary to go after them. The jobs they’re taking on are critical to the U.S. Navy, and they also provide a great way of life for workers and their families. Between the increasing demand signal for submarines and the steady shipbuilding and TVCCA is participating in the March 8th Event – A Morning without Childcare. This event is happening throughout Connecticut. A Morning without Childcare is designed to raise awareness of the crisis in childcare in Connecticut and to highlight that every family needs and should have access to high-quality, affordable childcare. Another goal of this event is to ensure child care providers have livable incomes, not only for themselves but also so that we have experienced, qualified professionals educating The CT Port Authority announced that the Northeast Bulkhead (also known as the “delivery berth”) has been completed. As a result, the Port of New London is on track for the assembly and delivery of offshore wind turbines for the Ørsted and Eversource joint venture’s South Fork Wind project this spring. The delivery berth is a heavy-lift platform capable of handling loads of 5,000 pounds per square foot.
When fully completed later this year, the 40-acre New London State Pier Terminal will feature two Grant money given to 15 businesses, non-profits, and municipalities
The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) has granted 15 organizations a combined total of $70,000 for various initiatives this spring and summer. Called the Regional Marketing Partnership Grant Program, it’s a one-to-one match for deserving organizations that have satisfied all grant requirements, including the ability to match their grant funding request.
The net result is a total marketing investment of $140k into eastern
NBCUniversal and the Women’s Business Development Council will host a Supplier Diversity Business Connections webinar on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 2:00-3:00 PM EST. Connecticut businesses interested in learning how to become a certified diverse-owned business and work with NBCUniversal are invited to join the information session by registering here.
Businesses will hear from leaders at Comcast NBCUniversal and the Greater New England Minority Supplier Development Council on the importance of Good afternoon. My name is Rachel Lenda, and I am employed by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut as the Administrative Partnerships Manager.
I spend the majority of my time providing the daily operations and business management for the Eastern Regional Tourism District. Additionally, I write grants for the Chamber, too. On top of my daily work schedule, I’m also a musician and a leader in Connecticut’s live music culture.
My testimony today is in reference to Raised Bill number 6692, An Act
Medicare Part D CMS Notification ReminderEmployers sponsoring a group health plan must report information on the creditable (or non-creditable) status of the plan’s prescription drug coverage to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services using its online reporting system.Click below to learn more:Medicare Part D CMS Notification Reminder
The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, in partnership with the Connecticut Lottery Corporation, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mohegan Sun, Sportech, and Wondr Nation is pleased to announce that March has been officially recognized by Governor Lamont as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).
“PGAM is a great opportunity to talk about the necessity of having a robust problem gambling safety net that stretches across the state for our citizens” said Diana Goode, Executive Director, CCPG. “From
You are invited to attend the 2023 Connecticut Offshore Wind: Meet the Buyer Forum
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Student vocalists ages 15 to 18 now have more time to apply for the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 2023 Cabaret Junior Fellows cohort. The application window previously set to close this week has been extended to Monday, February 27, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.
The Junior Fellows program is a part of the O’Neill’s annual Cabaret & Performance Conference, which brings leading Cabaret artists to perform at the organization’s seaside campus in Waterford, CT and provides development opportunities for A Lenard Chamber Music Event
Thu, Mar 2, 7:30 pm
One of Germany’s preeminent chamber ensembles, The Phaeton Piano Trio, will perform a program of selected trios for piano, cello and violin by composers Haydn, Schumann, and Beethoven on Thursday evening, March 2nd, at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts. The Trio unites violinist Friedemann Eichhorn, cellist Peter Hörr, and pianist Florian Uhlig – three German artists (and friends) who, as soloists, have individually toured the most
Governor Ned Lamont today held a news conference in New Britain to announced that he has submitted multi-pronged legislative proposals to the General Assembly that focus on reducing health care costs for Connecticut residents, with a particular emphasis on enhancing competition, eliminating unnecessary charges, reducing rising prices, and increasing affordability for residents and employers.
The legislation is House Bill 6669, An Act Protecting Patients and Prohibiting Unnecessary Health Care Costs, Please note, in person attendance is currently SOLD OUT. Please click link below to attend virtually with Zoom webinar registration. Join us for an invigorating moderated roundtable discussion. This interdisciplinary conversation will highlight Black Excellence at sea and will include historical and contemporary Black maritime narratives. Through thevoices of contemporary scholars and community members, the conversation will present a broad narrative of Black maritime experiences and perspectives and will The Lyme Art Association is proud to announce its new Weekend Matinee Series, a lineup of art-focused events that offer opportunities for members of the community to engage with artists and learn about the creative process.
On Saturday, March 11 from 2 - 4 PM. figurative painter Mike Laiuppa will give a demonstration on painting ballet slippers. With expressive strokes and a keen attention to detail, Laiuppa's work showcases the power of painting to tell a story. Next, on March 25 from 2 - 4 PM, Diane The World Wildlife Fund featured local business Healthy PlanEat in their list of Conservation Highlights of 2022. Healthy PlanEat is based in East Lyme, Connecticut, and is an online marketplace where farmers committed to sustainable growing practices and food artisans can sell food directly to local customers.
SCORE Eastern CT to Host Free Webinar On "The ABCs of a Business Plan and Understanding a SWOT Analysis” Sponsored by: CorePlus Federal Credit Union
DATE: Thursday, March 9, 2023
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation with information on how to join the webinar. SCORE Eastern CT (https://www.score.org/easternct), Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a free Small Business NESS in the NEWS: US Sailing Names One Design, Adaptive, Training and Community Sailing AwardeesKasey CommanderFebruary 9th, 2023NESS receives 2023 Captain Joe Prosser Award for Excellence in Sailing Instruction by US Sailing!
The Captain Joe Prosser Award was created to recognize the life achievement of the Merchant Marine Academy’s first sailing master, Captain C.A. “Joe” Prosser, USMS. Nominees for the award should be organizational members of US Sailing, and may be professionals in the field of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut has revealed a new website designed to highlight the impact the organization makes and engage residents in its work. The web address remains the same at www.uwsect.org.
“It was time for us to reimagine United Way’s digital presence and infuse new energy,” said Dina Sears-Graves, President and CEO of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. “It was important to ensure that our brand, values, and impact continue to reflect that energy and all of the ways we deploy
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January 25, 2023
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New ECSO Executive Coordinator Announced
The ECSO is pleased to announce the appointment of Gregory Duke to the full-time position of Executive Coordinator. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is a crucial part of the ECSO team through patron relations, marketing and design, office management, and event Be sure to join the SECT Women’s Network Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 11:30 am for our Monthly Luncheon at Filomena's, $20 for members, $20 for non-members, includes gratuity and tax. Register online or pay at the door.
People want to stay in their homes as they age, and need ways to do it safely, comfortably, and affordably. Denise Nott, of Nutmeg Building and Remodeling will share her expertise as an aging in place construction specialist. Her knowledge will help our members, and those of us Through beautiful and thought-provoking photographs, the Lyman Allyn Art Museum’s newest exhibition, Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison, documents the lives of children and their sleeping spaces all around the world. The show opens Saturday, Feb. 11 and is on view through Apr. 30, 2023.
Mollison’s studio-style portraits of children are accompanied by detailed studies of their “bedrooms,” ranging from large, decorated rooms to the barest spaces set aside for sleep. The photographs and
Connecticut Innovations, the state’s quasi-public venture capital arm, has launched a $50-million fund to support diverse companies with growth potential.
The Future Fund is “committed to investing in early-stage companies, with an emphasis on underrepresented founders,” Connecticut Innovations said in an announcement Thursday.
The Future Fund will provide investments ranging from $250,000 to $1.5 million and will introduce early-stage companies to a network of investors.
The fund will give priority to As part of a continuing effort to improve service this tax season, the Internal Revenue Service today announced special Saturday hours for the next four months at Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) across the country.
The special Saturday availability across the nation will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Feb. 11, March 11, April 8 and May 13. Offices in dozens of states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will be open during this special four-month event, with no appointments required. More A Sailor from Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) was recently recognized as January’s Service Person of the Month (SPOM) by the Niantic Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut (Chamber).
Sonar Technician Submarines First Class Dakota L. Spahr, from Punta Gorda, Florida, who currently resides in New London, Connecticut, received the award during a dinner meeting of the Niantic Lions Club, February 1, at Flanders’s Fish Market restaurant.
The award is sponsored by the Chamber and
Great White, Stryper, and Steven Adler of Guns ‘N Roses come together for a night of Hard Rock at Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on Saturday, March 25th. Tickets are $79.50, $29.50, and $19.50, and go on sale Friday, February 10th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, February 11th, subject to availability.
Steven Adler, best known as the founding drummer of Guns N’ Roses, one of the most influential groundbreaking Hard Rock bands Chelsea Groton Bank team members graduated from the Center for Financial Training (CFT), the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT’s (Chamber ECT) Leadership Program, the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC) LEAD Program, and the Connecticut Bankers Association’s (CBA) Connecticut School of Finance and Management (CSFM). Team members also completed additional schooling and earned professional certifications in various concentrations.
Through the Center for Financial Training (CFT), Dee Houde, CHESLA's Employer Student Loan Repayment program can be an additional tool for employers seeking to recruit and retain employees. The Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority (CHESLA) is currently offering an Employer Student Loan Repayment Program to work with employers to offer this benefit of student loan repayment to their employees.
Connecticut’s average student loan debt is approximately $36,000 - one of the highest in the U.S. With the cost of higher education doubling over the Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of CONNEX™ Connecticut, a free online platform that provides one-stop access for manufacturers in the state to connect with each other, find local suppliers, discover new business opportunities, and manage their supply chains.
“Connecticut boasts some of the most sophisticated manufacturing in the world, and this new portal helps support these companies by enabling other businesses to easily find and connect with the local manufacturers that are making the
The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways, the Seriously Nice™ low-fare airline founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, is launching new nonstop service from Bradley International Airport to Vero Beach, FL, Phoenix, AZ, and Raleigh-Durham, NC within the next two weeks.
The inaugural service to Vero Beach departed today, with flights to Phoenix launching on February 9 and service to Raleigh-Durham starting on February 16. All three routes will operate on The wildly popular ‘Ice in the Village’ event will be taking place once again at Olde Mistick Village from Friday, February 10th through Sunday, February 12th. The village will transform into a winter wonderland with ice sculptures on display throughout, starting at 5 p.m. on Friday and will also be extending its hours on Friday and Saturday until 8:00 p.m.
This year has special meaning as it marks Olde Mistick Village’s 50th anniversary!
“Families are looking for opportunities to get out and enjoy
Groton, Connecticut (February 2, 2023) – Connecticut-based ThayerMahan, Inc, a world leader in autonomous maritime solutions, demonstrated that its SeaScout system can detect damage to export and transmission cables that carry power from offshore wind turbines to the onshore power making it possible to identify cable damage prior to failure.
ThayerMahan's President and CEO Michael Connor said,
“We apply cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art AI to gain new insights into critical seabed areas. 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. The application deadline for Phase 40 funding is Friday, February 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
Funding is made available by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency My Dearest Darling: Letters Of Love In Wartime By Lisa Franco
Author Talk and Book Signing at the Submarine Force Museum
Saturday, February 11, 2023, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
1 Crystal Lake Road
Groton, CT
My Dearest Darling: Letters Of Love In Wartime By Lisa Franco
U.S. naval officer and submariner Donald Storey was not just fighting for
his country in World War II—he was fighting to come home to his love,
Margery.
When journalist Lisa Franco stumbled upon the couple's lost love letters
in a Cape The Lyman Allyn Art Museum has added a number of artworks to its permanent exhibition, Louis Comfort Tiffany in New London, which has been attracting enthusiastic visitors since October 2018. The new objects include a large Laburnum Library Lamp by Tiffany, circa 1905, a Tiffany & Co. Egyptian Revival Scarab bib necklace and earring set, and a massive Tiffany-designed carved walnut and leather armchair.
Museum staff periodically refresh the popular exhibition gallery, which is dedicated to the life and Anthony A. Joyce, III, has been promoted to President & Chief Executive Officer for Chelsea Groton Bank, and an additional 25 employees also received promotions following a Board of Trustees meeting.
A lifelong resident of Southeastern Connecticut, Joyce has 40 years of banking experience. Prior to joining Chelsea Groton, he worked for many years at Norwich Savings Society and People’s United Bank. He joined Chelsea Groton Bank in 2013 as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Manager, and was
After nearly 40 years performing, The Australian Pink Floyd Show will shine on again as they return with a new tour for 2023. The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on Saturday, September 23rd. Tickets are $59.50, $39.50, and $29.50 and go on sale Friday, February 3rd at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, February 4th, subject to availability.
The Dark Side of the Moon Tour will celebrate the RSVP here
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Don't miss a special screening of TV One's newest dating series, "Asking for a Friend".
The Amistad Center for Art & Culture at the Wadsworth Atheneum 600 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103
Join us for TV One's celebration of "The Power of Love" during Black History Month.
In partnership with Comcast, NBC CT and The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, we bring you a special screening of TV One's new dating series "Asking For A Friend" .
Enjoy food and drink, raffle prizes and the fellowship
Graniteville Dental Solutions Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Graniteville Dental Solutions officially opened its doors to the public on January 17, 2023, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local leaders and members of the community. The ceremony was kicked off by the President of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, Tony Sheridan.
State Representative Kathleen McCarty presented an Official State Citation honoring Graniteville Dental Solutions on the opening of their new practice. Rob Paid Leave Authority Pays Out $249M in Benefits
Penalties for unpaid contributions coming May 1
March 30 Deadline for State-Run Retirement Plan
Legislature considering noncompliance penalties
FTC Proposes Noncompete Ban
Business groups call proposal “blatantly unlawful”
What Counts as Wilful Misconduct Under Connecticut Law?
Directly impacts unemployment compensation costs
HR Hotline Live: Managing Absenteeism
Best practices for handling absences—approved and New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) will open registration for its 2023 summer programs on Wednesday, February 1, 2023.
NESS, a New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC) accredited school partner program and award-winning ocean adventure STEM education nonprofit, provides students of all ages with programming that offers a unique combination of on-the-water and in-the-classroom lessons intended to spark curiosity, enhance learning, and encourage students to step out of their
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking 15- to 18-year-old vocalists for its 2023 Cabaret Junior Fellows cohort. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.
The Junior Fellows program is a part of the O’Neill’s annual Cabaret & Performance Conference, which brings leading Cabaret artists to perform at the organization’s seaside campus in Waterford, CT and provides development opportunities for up-and-coming artists. Led by program director Brad Simmons, Special Olympics Connecticut is pleased to announce dates for its upcoming Penguin Plunge events and invites all to register for the Shoreline Penguin Plunge at www.soct.org/plunge. Participants in the Plunge will jump into the chilly waters of a lake or Long Island Sound to support the organization's year-round sports, health and fitness programs for athletes around the state and help create communities that accept and include people of all abilities. To find out more, visit soct.org, email Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Fairview's Art of Chocolate!
Fairview's Art of Chocolate is back for it's 9th year! What better way to get into the Valentine's Day spirit than with a box of delicious chocolate creations from local vendors?
Featuring the Culinary Talents of:
Black Dahlia Baking Company • Brickview Restaurant at NFA • Carlo's Bakery • Fairview Filomena's • Gourmet Galley Catering • Grille 92 • Hauser Chocolatier
Mystic Sweet Shoppe • Nana's Byrek • The Arc Eastern Connecticut • Thyme for Concert scheduled near one-year anniversary of the war on Ukraine
Under the baton of Maestro Theodore Kuchar, the esteemed Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine will perform at Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on the UConn Storrs campus on Monday evening, February 13th. The concert will be held just shy of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
When the war in Ukraine began in February 2022, Jorgensen Director Rodney Rock heard stories about artists who were impacted by 1.23.2023 CBIA HR& Employee Resources
The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) has announced a Regional Marketing Partnership Program to provide grant funding for marketing initiatives in support of 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 Connecticut’s tourism economy and encourage the safe enjoyment of Connecticut’s tourism opportunities UConn Avery Point celebrated the opening of its Husky Harvest food pantry on Wednesday,January 18th, one of four pantries to go online at each of UConn’s regional campuses.
“I’m excited and I can’t wait to see it get off the ground and in motion,” Avery Point Director of Campus Operations Janene Vandi says. “We’ve been in the planning stages for a while now, and I’m ready to take the next step. I really want to get the word out that this resource is here."
The effort is part of a University-wide MyCTSavings is a retirement savings program offered from the Comptroller’s office that provides small businesses with an opportunity to offer a retirement savings plan for their employees.
Employers with more than five employees and that do not currently offer a qualified retirement savings option are required to sign up for this program by March 30. For employers, participation is free and easily implemented through payroll software. When an employer signs up for MyCTSavings, their employees will be able
Mystic Aquarium today announced it is receiving $650,000 in federal funding, secured by U.S. Senators Chris Murphy and Richard Blumenthal with support from U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro and Joe Courtney in the Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus appropriations agreement, to establish the Blue Economy Workforce Development Initiative: Creating a Pathway for Underserved Youth. The initiative recognizes the region’s growing blue economy sector, the commitment to the responsible development of offshore wind to Experience “The Big Game” with a delicious buffet including hoagies, sliders, assorted wings, a 140-foot video wall, and more!
“The Big Game” viewing party at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook gets started on Sunday, February 12th while kickoff for the game is slated for 6:30pm. Football fans can catch all the action on the 140-foot wide video wall at the premier Sportsbook in the Northeast, while also enjoying a Big Game Buffet, a fantastic drink menu and various betting options for both pre-game and live The Secretary of Health and Human Services has again renewed the COVID-19 pandemic Public Health Emergency. This will extend the Public Health Emergency Period for an additional 90 days and as a result, numerous temporary benefit plan changes will remain in effect.Click below to learn more:HHS Extends Public Health Emergency until April 11
Pfizer Connecticut Opens Call for 2023 Community Grants
Community engagement and support is a priority for Pfizer Connecticut. For the past 64 years, Pfizer has maintained a strong relationship with the community through grants, mentoring, and diverse volunteering opportunities. One of the most visible components of that support is the annual Community Grants program.
Local Non-Profit organizations are now invited to apply for Pfizer Connecticut Laboratories 2023/2024 competitive grants.
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now accepting applications for the 2023 Young Playwrights Festival scheduled for May 12–14 at its seaside campus in Waterford, CT. Submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.
The Young Playwrights Festival offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn about dramatic form and structure as they experience the signature O’Neill play development process firsthand. Five featured playwrights will be selected to work with a dedicated
The Defense Department launched a 12-week paid fellowship program to expand employment opportunities for eligible military spouses.
The Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot program provides spouses of currently serving members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Space Force, to include active, reserve and National Guard components, with paid fellowships at civilian employers across various industries and locations.
This program directly addresses DOD's Taking Care of Our People
The Internal Revenue Service today announced Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, as the beginning of the nation's 2023 tax season when the agency will begin accepting and processing 2022 tax year returns.
More than 168 million individual tax returns are expected to be filed, with the vast majority of those coming before the April 18 tax deadline. People have three extra days to file this year due to the calendar.
With the three previous tax seasons dramatically impacted by the pandemic, the IRS has taken additional HR & Employee Updates, courtesy of CBIA
The Equity Match Grant Program is designed to help women-owned businesses grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
The grant funds cannot be used towards operating expenses (e.g. inventory, on-going marketing expenses, salaries), real estate improvements (e.g. construction costs), reimbursement for past purchases or debt repayment.
Applicants are required to provide a minimum 25% Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded over $815,000 in annual $100 cash bonuses in December to its Gold Rewards members, which is the largest annual amount since Charter Oak created the unique member-appreciation program in 2010.
“This is our 13th year of recognizing our Gold Rewards members for their support and loyalty to Charter Oak. It is 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 Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2023, Attorney Kyle J. Zrenda has been named a Director of the Firm.
“Kyle Zrenda is an exceptional lawyer, and his election as a director recognizes his excellent work and significant contributions to the firm and our clients. We look forward to his continued leadership and great success in the years to come,” said Eric W. Callahan, Managing Director of Suisman Shapiro.
Kyle J. Zrenda handles personal injury cases, Praised as “technically brilliant” by The Boston Globe and ranked “among America’s best” by The New York Times, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company, BalletX will take the main stage at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday evening, February 2 to perform highlights from the company’s innovative, critically acclaimed repertory.
BalletX commissions choreographers from around the world to create dance that is “fresh, inclusive, and connects to what people want” Governor Ned Lamont today announced a comprehensive statewide strategy funded by federal and state dollars to provide energy assistance to Connecticut residents in the short-term and improve affordability and reliability in the long-term.Short-TermLate last month, Governor Lamont announced the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) will allow all participating households that heat with deliverable fuels, such as home heating oil, to receive an additional crisis assistance benefit worth $430 this Inspired by the convenience of putting a great family meal on the table with very little effort, Mystic Market makes it possible for their customers to enjoy a gourmet experience in the comfort of their own home without the anxiety and pressure of cooking it all. The market is founded on offering high quality restaurant foods prepared by highly trained culinary professionals. Made from scratch, fresh meals are crafted with bright seasonal flavors in addition to offering a twist on everyone’s favorite Purchase your tickets HERE.
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2023 National Puppetry Conference. Submissions will be accepted until Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.
Each year, the National Puppetry Conference welcomes puppeteers to the O’Neill’s seaside campus to study with renowned puppet artists, directors, writers, musicians, and more, during its two offerings: the four-day-long Pre Conference and the 10-day-long Main Conference. The 2023 Pre Conference will CorePlus Federal Credit Union has named a new official to its’ Governing Body. Kyle Dykes of Ledyard, CT has been named as a Director, effective January 2023. Mr. Dykes was appointed to fill the unexpired term of former Director James Marks.
Kyle Dykes has over 12 years of public accounting experience with EY in Atlanta, GA, and Providence, RI in their financial statement audit practice. Kyle primarily worked with publicly traded software, healthcare, and financial service institutions evaluating Having trouble paying your energy bill? We want to help. Please join us for one of our free customer monthly webinars Programs to Help on available financial assistance, flexible payment plans and energy efficiency programs to help manage your energy bills.
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✓ Dane Cook, a prolific stand-up comedian and versatile actor, returns to Mohegan Sun Arena for one night at 8:00pm on Saturday, April 29th. Tickets are $79.50, $49.50, and $39.50 and go on sale Friday, January 13th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com.
Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, January 14th, subject to availability. Dane Cook has been featured in numerous Comedy Central and HBO specials and created successful comedy albums including Harmful if Swallowed; NAMI SECT , The National Alliance for Mental Illness Southeast CT, has volunteer positions available. As the local affiiate of NAMI CT, we provide grass-roots support, education and advocacy for people and families dealing with mental illness in our region. Please visit our website, www.namisect.org, to learn what we do for our community and how you can join us. Fri, Jan 6: Waterford Town Hall, 12:30-6
Thur, Jan 12: Utopia Plaza, Waterford, 11-4
Fri, Jan 13: Lawrence and Memorial Hospital, 12-5
Fri, Jan 13: Mystic Hilton, 11-4
Wed, Jan 18, Groton Municipal Building, 12-5
Thur, Jan 19, Smilow Cancer Center Waterford, 8:30-1:30
Tue, Jan 24, Hugo A. Simonelli VFW Mystic, 9-6
Wed, Jan 25, Christ Lutheran Church Niantic, 12:45-6
Fri, Jan 27, Utopia Plaza, Waterford, 11-4
Fri, Feb 7, Mohegan Sun Casino Uncas Ballroom, 11:30-4:30
Fri, Feb 10, Waterford TVCCA is proud to receive one of 32 grants from the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt announces that the Connecticut Department of Agriculture has awarded 32 grants from the Connecticut Grown for Connecticut Kids Grant (CTG4CTK Grant), totaling $452,268 to develop and enhance farm-to-school programs. Established under P.A. 21-0002, S. 364, these awards will increase the availability of local foods in child nutrition programs, allow educators to use hands-on
Key notes:Updates on credits and deductions under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022: The Inflation Reduction Act changed a wide range of tax laws and provided funds to improve our services and technology to make tax filing easier for you. The latest updates include new guidance and frequently asked questions on:
New, Previously Owned, and Commercial Clean Vehicle CreditsHome Improvements and Residential Energy CreditsUpdate on Form 1099-K: On December 23, 2022, the IRS announced that calendar On December 5th, from 3-9:30, Buon Appetito Ristorante & Pizzeria donated 100% of their proceeds from guests' purchases to the families of the fallen officers from the Bristol Police Department. Because of the generous support of the community, they raised $10,260, which will go directly to the families. Executive Promotion:
I am very pleased to announce that Ashley Farnham has been promoted to the position of Executive Director of Community Vocational Services, Inc. a nonprofit member organization offering services and supports on behalf of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Ashley has been employed at CVS, Inc for over 12 years, is an active member of the Chamber and is dedicated to the belief that all can achieve if given the opportunity.
The Trustees of the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Connecticut have announced that Joshua Campbell Torrance of Wethersfield will take the reins of the 75-year-old cultural institution beginning February 6, 2023. After former Director Rebekah Beaulieu left the Museum in August to become the President and CEO of the Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati, Ohio, a nationwide search was launched by the recruitment firm Museum Search & Reference. The perfect candidate was found in our own state. Torrance brings Click Here for CBIA HR and Employee Updates Homes by Grace is accepting nominations for new board members for 2023. Our board members serve 1-year terms, with the opportunity to extend the term if agreed upon. If you or someone you know aligns with our mission and is interested in serving on a nonprofit board, please contact us. We are looking for people with experience in local government, fundraising, grant applications, and nonprofit operations. You can reach us through our website: https://www.homesbygrace.org/.
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SCORE Eastern CT (https://easternct.score.org/), Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a new free webinar, “Leverage LinkedIn to Grow Your Mitchell College has spent 2022 preparing to meet the new needs of students and the community as it builds forward to ensure student success. With its newly launched five-year strategic plan, “Illuminating Mitchell College’s Future: A Bold Plan for a Kaleidoscope of Learners,” Mitchell College is poised to welcome 2023 with an exciting slate of new programs and initiatives, expanding opportunities for its kaleidoscope of learners while providing holistic supports to help each individual student reach their Experiential Environmental Education training and lesson plans for educators from New England Science & Sailing Foundation and NOAA.
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announces the launch of the NESS B-WET Tacklebox. The Tacklebox includes training, resources, and lesson plans that are free to educators who seek to implement experiential environmental learning with students in school classrooms. These materials are made possible by grant funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric On Friday, December 16, Three Rivers Community College held its sixtieth Nursing Pinning Ceremony. Hundreds of friends and family gathered to watch their loved ones take the final step in becoming nurses, a select few in the same room and others in nearby classrooms where the ceremony was broadcast live. During the ceremony, 45 nursing students of the Class of Fall 2022 received their nursing pin, marking the completion of their nursing degree and serving as a symbol of their readiness to be compassionate In the true spirit of the holiday season, Groton Wireless Zone owners Neil Ryan and Scott Gladstone are giving back to the community. Biannually, the business partners nominate nonprofit organizations in Eastern Connecticut and Southern Rhode Island to receive grants from The Wireless Zone Foundation for Giving® Inc. Established in 2003, the foundation is a collaborative giving program that enhances each individual stores’ capacity to help the communities they serve. “This giving cycle, we’re thrilled to
Whether they plan to stay up to greet the new year or go to bed early, taxpayers can get ready for 2023 by reviewing these common end-of-year tasks. People can always visit IRS’ Get Ready webpage for info on filing their tax return. Here are a few things they should keep on their radar.
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The IRS issues ITINs to people who are required to have a U.S. taxpayer identification number but who don’t have, and are not eligible to obtain, a Social Security number. The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that Spirit Airlines has launched new, nonstop service to Montego Bay, Jamaica today. The inaugural flight from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) departed this morning.
“We are proud to have finally launched nonstop service to Montego Bay,” said Kevin A. Dillon, A.A.E., Executive Director of the CAA. “In addition to connecting our passengers to an exciting travel destination, we are proud to offer The annual Restaurant Week at Mohegan Sun is back in early 2023 for another incredible five-day event beginning Sunday, January 22nd and lasting through Thursday, January 26th! Foodies can expect delicious and exclusive dining offerings across an array of fine fine-dining restaurants, lounges, and casual hotspots at Mohegan Sun! Highlights will include a hearty Beef Cheek Pappardelle at Michael Jordan’s Steak House, succulent Birria Tacos at SolToro, and Shrimp Fra Diavolo at Todd English’s Tuscany. The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut announces nearly $300,000 in 2022 grant awards from its four Women & Girls Funds. The goal of the grants is to invest in women and girls across the 42-town region by supporting programs that focus on economic security, education and workforce development, health and wellbeing, leadership and advocacy.
Northeast Area Women & Girls Fund awarded $22,000 to nine nonprofitsNorwich Area Women & Girls Fund awarded $23,000 to three nonprofitsSoutheast Area Women & The leading members of the board of directors for Safe Futures will swap titles, putting attorney Gregory Massad in the president’s seat.
Massad, a partner with Messier, Massad & Burdick, LLC, replaces former board president Laura Mooney, Ph.D. Massad most recently served as vice president during Mooney’s tenure. Mooney, meanwhile, will continue to serve the organization as she assumes Massad’s former role as vice president of the board.
Safe Futures is a nonprofit based in New London that serves victims
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Daum will be officially appointed at the start of Lamont’s second term, early next year. She is the current deputy commissioner and chief investment officer of the DECD and has held this position since March of 2020. Beginning next year, Daum will replace David Lehman as commissioner.
“She is very focused on community investment and the vibrancy The 14th annual Subaru Share the Love® Event will help deliver nutritious meals and compassion to Eastern Connecticut’s seniors
Bozrah, Conn. (November 29, 2022) – Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) is proud to announce that it will be participating in the 2021 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 17, 2022, through January 3, 2023, Subaru of America will ALICE Saves, a program of Connecticut United Ways, helps working families kick start their savings and get on a path to financial security. It combines two award-winning programs, SaverLife and TrustPlus.
ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. In New London County, 23% of households are ALICE, meaning they are working but still cannot make ends meet. Another 10% of households are living below the poverty line.
ALICE Saves provides savings rewards and financial coaching to help The community is invited to “Exhibition 2,” a selection of works by artists from Connecticut’s community colleges exploring themes of diversity, equity and inclusion in Three Rivers Community College’s new Diversity 365 Gallery through Dec. 12. A closing reception will be held Dec. 13 from 6-8 p.m. to meet the artists. The exhibition features two-dimensional works in a variety of media by staff and a student from Gateway, Housatonic, Manchester, Naugatuck Valley, Three Rivers and Tunxis Community CBIA HR & Employee Updates from most recent newsletter
Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region (SeCTer) in partnership with Revolution Wind, DECD, and AdvanceCT are excited to announce Connecticut's first-ever Foundation 2 Blade offshore wind industry training. Foundation 2 Blade - OSW Training (offshorewindus.org) is an educational workshop designed for businesses to understand market opportunities, wind industry ecosystem, and potential business alignment. The workshop is offered by Business Network for Offshore Wind and is a comprehensive training that The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra is seeking a creative and energetic professional to serve as Executive Coordinator. This is a wonderful opportunity to support one of Connecticut’s premier professional symphony orchestras in its next phase of growth. Under the leadership of Executive Director, Caleb Bailey, an imaginative and dynamic maestro – Toshiyuki Shimada, and the Board of Directors, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra’s mission is to “inspire, educate, and connect our communities This December, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra musicians are venturing out beyond the Garde Arts Center main stage.First off, in honor of the ongoing “Sargent, Whistler, and Venetian Glass” exhibit, the ECSO string trio will be performing at the Mystic Seaport Museum Meeting House on December 8th. Bask in the warm glow of luminary lanterns while enjoying a concert of Italian-inspired music. Tickets include access to the Sargent, Whistler, and Venetian Glass exhibit until 5:00 pm. The hour-long Below are our December blood drives.
Dec 1-Dec 15 donors will receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card through email.Dec 16-Jan 2 donors will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross t-shirt.
December Blood Drives:
Friday December 2, 2022Waterford Town HallWaterford, CT12:30-6
Wednesday, Dec 7Mystic, CtMystic Hilton1-6
Thursday, 12/15First Congregational ChurchOld Lyme, Ct1-6
Friday, 12/16Utopia PlazaWaterford, CT11-4
Tuesday 12/20Niantic Community ChurchNiantic, CT12:45-6
Wednesday, 12/21Groton Municipal The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation is thrilled to present the 37th annual Holiday Gala in-person celebration on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 5:30 - 9 pm. The event, presented in partnership with the Mohegan Tribe, will take place in the festively decorated Uncas Ballroom, and will raise funds for the Foundation’s grant and scholarship programs.
After a two-year hiatus from the live event, guests will be treated to a champagne reception as they mingle in the festive atmosphere and bid As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at two of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional information, referrals, and resources.
You do not have to be in need of food in order to speak with the healthcare agencies. Please note that due to the holidays, some of the regularly scheduled deployment dates have changed:
STONINGTON
Wednesday, December 7 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Stonington High School • 176 South Broad CBIA Resources for HR News and Employee Updates When Kenny Chesney wrapped his 2022 Here and Now Tour – playing to more than 1.3 million people and breaking personal records in many of the 21 NFL stadiums he played – the East Tennessee songwriter/superstar knew he wanted to create a touring experience to make 2023 every bit as special. Chesney returns to the cities that were a major part of establishing what has become the soundtrack of coming of age in the 21st century with his I Go Back Tour. Chesney returns to Mohegan Sun Arena with special guest The Cultural Coalition hosts its third biennial arts and cultural conference, THRIVE! 2022, at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 8:30am to 3:30pm. More than 20 guest speakers & panelists will be featured. Tickets to THRIVE! 2022 are available now and a new “Pay What You Can Afford” option is available for single tickets and for organizations/businesses that would like to send more than one representative. (Ticket sales close November 29.)
The Mashantucket Rock'N Around the Christmas Tree!
Celebrate with us as we get ready for the holidays with our first ever Tree Lighting Ceremony!
DECEMBER 7, 2022 6-8PM Tree goes bright at 8pm
Ledyard High School Carolers celebrate their 50th season! Fitch High drama students will be our elves on duty!
Kids eat free with adult entree, Door prizes, craft for the littles and what would a holiday kickoff be with out Santa!!
He will be taking photos with the kiddos provided by E2K Photography and he's even accepting early On November 17, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut will host its 13th Annual Social Services Recognition Breakfast at the Holiday Inn in Norwich. Business and community leaders join staff and volunteers from social service organizations from across eastern Connecticut to show appreciation for the work done in this important field. Social service organizations' efforts have a significant positive impact on people's lives, strengthening their wellness, access to education, and economic
Say goodbye to 2022 with four action packed days of exclusive nightlife, live entertainment, and more beginning Wednesday, December 28th
Take your New Year 2023 celebration to the next level during Mohegan Sun’s exciting Endless Midnight celebration where four-days of action-packed parties, giveaways, and entertainment take center-stage. Mohegan Sun Arena brings three nights of Cirque Dreams Celebration, The Wolf Den plays host to can’t miss tribute bands, nightlife hotspots like novelle and Avalon Registration for the 2022 Tommy Toy Fund distribution is open to families wishing to sign up.
The Tommy Toy Fund, in partnership with United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, serves families in need in Eastern Connecticut. The program helps children in the New London and Windham County areas who would otherwise receive few or no holiday gifts without this assistance.
?There are two distribution locations where families can pick up toys can in New London and Norwich. Families must pre-register through Served, Sacrificed, Yet Struggling: new ALICE report details financial struggles of military Veterans
In 2019, there were 146,634 military veterans in Connecticut. Overall, a majority of them have fared better economically than nonveterans, in line with a belief that our nation must meet veterans’ basic needs given their service and sacrifice.
Yet in 2019, a substantial 33,472 of those who served our country struggled to make ends meet in Connecticut. According to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), 5% of
Under the baton of conductor Keith Lockhart, The Boston Pops on Tour will once again take the stage at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday evening, December 3rd, for their annual Holiday Pops concert, a joyous night of holiday music guaranteed to delight concertgoers of all ages. Unwrap the magic of the holiday season with “America’s orchestra,” the most recorded and arguably the most beloved orchestra in the country. Perfect for music lovers of all ages, treat yourself to this Congratulations to Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Member Jean Swift on her appointment to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee (TTAC)! Ms. Swift was appointed by the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard E. Neal.
“I’m pleased to announce the appointment of Jean Swift to the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee,” says U.S. Treasurer and Mohegan Chief Lynn Malerba. “Jean brings a wealth of experience and knowledge with tribal finance and economic Soroptimist CT Shoreline and Theodora Africa bring you a free online presentation titled “From Sex Worker to Empowered Entrepreneur”. Join us Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at 6:00 pm and meet Mary, a resident of Ghana and a former sex worker. Mary will tell us about her journey into sex work and how Theodora Africa has forever changed her life and the lives of other young women. The Theodora Project is a system linking outsourced business opportunities in developed countries with the recruitment, training, Looking for a new career? Training from Three Rivers Community College will have you in a new career in months, not years! The following non-credit programs start in January and conclude in April.
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Introduction to Medical Help us restore the vibrant ecosystem of Alewife Cove by joining us for our Alewife Cove Conservancy's Annual Benefit Bash on November 12th
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For On Tuesday, October 18, 2022, Amy Stockburger, a Marine Science Educator at Project Oceanology in Groton, CT visited the non-profit senior living community, Fairview, also located in Groton, CT. Amy led Independent Living residents through a program about living organisms from Long Island Sound. Residents got up close and personal with a variety of organisms such as crabs and lobsters. They made predictions and observations about how the animals move, eat, and survive in our local waters. Amy presented on The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center) will host five free, drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of November.
As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at two of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional health-related information, referrals, and resources.
You do not have to be in need of food in order to speak with the healthcare agencies. Please note that due to the holidays, some of Throw your Holiday Party in our Axe Lounge at Supercharged this Season
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Chelsea Groton Bank held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its reinvented Niantic branch at 21 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic. The ceremony included remarks from Holly Cheeseman, Connecticut State Representative and Executive Director of Niantic Children’s Museum, and Tony Sheridan from the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT. Chelsea Groton’s President and CEO Michael Rauh and Chief Operating Officer Tony Joyce spoke about the Bank’s history, community The SBA Connecticut District Office along with an extensive partner network will celebrate the strength and resilience of our Veteran Business community with a Veteran Business Expo on Wednesday, November 2nd. Hosted at the Eastern CT Veterans Community Center, Willimantic, CT veterans will have access to small business resources and in-person workshops throughout the event – 9am-1:30pm.
Workshops will be facilitated by subject matter experts covering Franchising, How to Get Veteran Certified, Business
Better Together CT Inc. Farm & Sanctuary is pleased to announce that we will begin hosting our “Stone Soup” Farm to Table Dinners next month.
These dinners will be held in November, April & July each year.
The story of Stone Soup originated in Europe and there have been many versions that have evolved over the years.
Basically the stone and water were used as the base. The people that gathered together around the kettle each contributed something to the soup while it was simmering… a little spice, a Always Home is excited to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors: Joshua Carter, Lauren Cipriani-Espineira and Robert Sampson, who will also serve as Board Treasurer. Elected at the October Annual Board meeting, each new volunteer member brings experience, knowledge and compassion for Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness.
Joshua Carter, Executive Director, Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Carter is a Wakefield, RI resident, proud of his The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announces the organization’s Annual Benefit to be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 5-7 PM, at the Hilton Mystic in Mystic, CT. This year’s Benefit theme is “through students’ eyes” and will be filled with NESS student stories and the impact donors have on their lives. Funds raised at the Benefit are used to provide scholarships to keep NESS inclusive and accessible.
NESS, a nationally recognized, accredited nonprofit education organization, The Garde Arts Center, together with Bank Square Books of Mystic and Title IX: A Bookstore of New London, are pleased to announce an author talk with Timothy Bella about his new book, Barkley: A Biography. The event will feature Timothy in conversation with Garde resident author Jeff Benedict on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. in the Garde’s Oasis Room, at 325 State Street, New London. The event is free and open to the public (limited seats available). Free tickets are available at The Garde Arts Center announced today that the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. as part of the Trouble Is… 25th Anniversary Tour. Tickets range from $45-$99 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/kenny-wayne-shepherd-band/
Twenty-five years into his recording career, Kenny Wayne Shepherd continues to create genre-defining blues-infused rock n’ roll. Shepherd has built an enviable resume as an Music Matters: Brahms & Dvořák for Two
Saturday, November 12 at 5pm
Julia Bady & Andrew King
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1886 Chickering concert grand
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Brahms & Dvořák for Two
Johannes Brahms Liebesliederwalzer, Op. 52 (two pianos)
Antonín Dvořák Legends, Op. 59 (piano four-hands)
Brahms Var. on Haydn's St. Anthony Chorale, Op. 56b
The great Romantic composers published reams of scores for piano duo and piano duet. 19th-century pianists rushed to the music Praised as “unfailingly original” by The New York Times, Tony Award-winning choreographer Garth Fagan (The Lion King) will bring his internationally acclaimed dance troupe Garth Fagan Dance onto the main stage at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday evening, November 12, for a night of vibrant, masterfully choreographed American contemporary dance with a delightful blend of classic and new pieces.
Now celebrating its 52nd season, Fagan’s renowned high-energy ensemble continues Patrick L. Green, FACHE, president and CEO of L+M Healthcare, has received the Senior Health Services Executive of the Year award from the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE).
The award, presented at the NAHSE Annual Educational conference in New Orleans recently, recognizes and celebrates the major contributions and efforts of seasoned African American healthcare professionals to the field of healthcare and NAHSE. Green has been president and CEO of Lawrence + Memorial and https://ctmirror.org/2022/10/16/ct-electric-boat-submarine-groton-military-industrial-base-manufacturing/
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The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways, the Seriously Nice™ low-fare airline founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, is launching four new destinations from Bradley International Airport, including nonstop service to Vero Beach, FL, and Phoenix, AZ, starting from $79* and $99* one way, respectively, and one-stop/no plane change ‘BreezeThru’
Firm’s original co-founder, Dave Gellar, returns 20 years later
Quinn & Hary, a marketing and communications firm based in New London, has made two new hires that will grow the firm exponentially. The new additions are Dave Gellar, Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Graphic Designer Troy Hall.
The hiring of Gellar brings his career full circle, as he was one of the founding members of the firm when it began as Quinn & Gellar 20 years ago this month.
“We are thrilled with the addition of Dave Problem gambling prevention organization teams up with online gaming entertainment company to support responsible gaming
The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG), today is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with WONDR NATION, the new online gaming entertainment company and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s newest venture. Joining the organization as an official sponsor and Platinum Level partner, WONDR NATION aims to create new and immersive experiences for players by using Come with an appetite for apples, apple pie, apple kombucha, candy apples, apple cider, donuts, and more!
The first Annual Apple Fest will be held this weekend at Olde Mistick Village, featuring apples in all their glory, as the region ushers in fall.
“Fall is a magical time, it's the evening out of our warm summer days into the frosty grip of winter. That transition has a feel to it that reminds us of the ever-present change of life and slows us down as we slip into winter,” said Eric Meyer, the Two of Connecticut’s major non-profit arts organizations, the Garde Arts Center and Goodspeed Musicals, are collaborating to present a free regional event based on the Warner Bros. movie Christmas in Connecticut on Wednesday, November 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Garde Arts Center in downtown New London. This one-night-only event includes a screening of the popular holiday film and a lively presentation by Goodspeed’s team which is launching a new musical based on the film.
The classic movie will be shown on Chelsea Groton Bank has once again earned a top (5-Star) rating from BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. Bauer rates every federally-insured U.S. bank with the same strict standards. Chelsea Groton Bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, loan quality and more, and has earned Bauer’s top rating continuously since September 1994 (114 consecutive quarters). Financial institutions that have earned this top rating for 100 or more consecutive quarters have the added Tickets to the four-day event, headlined by the Grand Tasting, are on-sale now through Ticketmaster and Mohegan Sun’s Box Office
Mark your calendars for Sun Wine & Food Fest 2023 at Mohegan Sun! Fans of fine wine and food can indulge their appetites for both during the 19th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest (SWFF) beginning Thursday, January 26th and lasting through Sunday, January 29th. Sun Wine & Food Fest is one of the largest and most popular wine festivals in the Northeast, treating guests to a vast Fairview celebrated its brand-new Outpatient Rehabilitation Gym with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. The ceremony was led by the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, and the Ocean Community Chamber. Fairview Board of Directors, residents, staff, members of the IOOF Stonington Lodge #26, members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows CT Grand Lodge, community members, a representative of Senator Heather Somers, and a representative Reignite your passion for teaching alternative students in a 3-hour virtual workshop on Oct. 22 with New England Science & Sailing Foundation and NOAA!
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is hosting a free, virtual Experiential Learning in Alternative Education Workshop on Saturday, October 22, from 9AM-12PM. This virtual workshop and access to the NESS B-WET Tacklebox, is free to educational professionals, thanks to grant funding provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
NEW LONDON, CT: James P. Berryman, Eric W. Callahan, John A. Collins, III and Theodore W. Heiser of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law have been named to the Connecticut Super Lawyers list as top attorneys for 2022. Each year, no more than five percent of attorneys in Connecticut are selected by Super Lawyers. In addition, Laura A. Raymond and Kyle J. Zrenda have been named to the Rising Stars list; each year, no more than 2.5 percent of lawyers in the state under the age of 40 or in practice ten years Dinner in the Dark is Back!
Hope in Focus culinary adventure funds research to support the diagnosis and treatments of rare inherited retinal disease
Dinner in the Dark is the major annual fundraiser for Hope in Focus, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Ledyard-based organization dedicated to providing information and support to individuals and families affected by Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a rare inherited retinal disease that causes blindness. Our organization also raises funds to provide free access to Healthy PlanEat is featured in The Hartford Courant
https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-news-healthy-planeat-farms-east-lyme-sustainable-agriculture-20221010-6rujfzyn2rav7gzdcahidofadu-story.html The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the Art At The Airport program's fall exhibit, “A Day At The Airport: A Photography Exhibition by students of The Williams School.” The exhibit is free and on view from October 1st to December 31st at the Groton - New London Airport in the airport’s main terminal located at 155 Tower Avenue in Groton. Cultural Coalition Executive Director, Wendy Bury notes, "We are thrilled to continue bringing exhibits to the airport and the region that represent and lift up Do you wish you knew more about Reels (the fastest-growing social media trend)?
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In celebration of the centennial of downtown Mystic’s iconic bridge, the exhibition 100 Years of the Mystic River and the Bascule Bridge focuses on the historic importance of these
Mohegan Sun and the community will come together on Friday, November 11th for a day that both honors and provides invaluable resources to veterans and active-duty military members.Vets Rock at Mohegan Sun will host a job fair, veteran service organizations and other resources. Veterans and active-duty military members can pre-register for this year’s event through the website. Pre-registration for Save-A-Suit is also available for veterans and active-duty military.
Save-A-Suit has been a partner of Vets Last winter, there were 1,461 calls to United Way 2-1-1 from New London County for home heating assistance. United Way's Project Warm-up is a last resort for local families struggling to make ends meet who do not qualify for other assistance programs. It is intended to meet one-time, emergency situations.
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut works with town social service agencies, and they determine if their clients experiencing a short-term crisis are candidates to receive Project Warm-up assistance. The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the Art At The Airport program's fall exhibit, “A Day At The Airport: A Photography Exhibition by students of The Williams School.” The exhibit is free and on view from October 1st to December 31st at the Groton - New London Airport in the airport’s main terminal located at 155 Tower Avenue in Groton. Cultural Coalition Executive Director, Wendy Bury notes, "We are thrilled to continue bringing exhibits to the airport and the region that represent and lift up Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) will implement new eligibility benefit levels in the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beginning October 1, 2022, that will result in an estimated 44,000 additional Connecticut residents in 17,600 households becoming eligible for the food assistance program.
Additionally, current enrollees will receive more than a 12% increase in their monthly benefits from the program’s annual cost-of-living
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2023 National Music Theater Conference. Submissions will be accepted until Monday, October 17, 2022, at 11:59pm PST.
The National Music Theater Conference supports all styles and genres of music theater, including song-cycles, operas, theater for young audiences, and experimental work. The O’Neill remains committed to an open application process for this Conference, meaning anyone can apply regardless of The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center) will host five free, drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of October.
As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at two of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional information, referrals, and resources.
You do not have to be in need of food in order to speak with the other agencies:
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For more than 100 years Groton has been the Submarine Capital of the World. Here on the banks of the Thames River, hundreds of submarines have been built by the men and women of Electric Boat, the nation’s first submarine base was established, and hundreds of thousands of submariners have been trained at Sub School. Yet no lasting monument exists to Sun, Oct 16, 2022 at 3:00 pm | Lenard Chamber Music Event
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STORRS, CT - Lauded as one of the most dynamic, charismatic, and creative ensembles on today’s international music scene, “the young and extremely talented Polish Apollon Musagète Quartet” (Bachtrack.com) will take the stage at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday afternoon, October 16 for a recital of selected Now through Sunday, October 9th, Guests Placing a $50 parlay bet at Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook can enter into a Skills Showdown; Special Guest at the Combine will be former NFL Wide Receiver Danny Amendola!
Mohegan Sun and FanDuel will soon host an exciting one-day combine event through a Sportsbook promotion that celebrates the return of football season. Guests who place any $50 parlay bet inside the massive Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook now through Sunday, October 9th, can enter into to the FanDuel Chelsea Groton Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2022 honor by Hartford Courant Top Workplaces, marking seven consecutive years of receiving this honor.
“Being recognized with this honor year after year, tells me that our team members, who are vital to our company’s success, feel valued and proud of the work they do each day. Whether working directly with customers, or behind the scenes, the mission of the Bank is to take on the goals of customers as if they were our own. I’m incredibly proud of the
WHAT: SBA’s Elevating Small Business Series Webinar: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host a live webinar panel discussion with Gabriel Esparza, Associate Administrator, SBA’s Office of International Trade; and small business owners Eduardo Ortiz of Coforma, LLC, in Washington, D.C. and Alejandro Ramirez of Universal Spartan, LLC, in Vine Grove, Kentucky.
The discussion will focus on ARTREACH'S MUSIC HEALS COFFEEHOUSERETURNS WITH AN ALL-BEATLES PROGRAM ON SEPTEMBER 30th AND OCTOBER 1st
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(Norwich, CT - September 13, 2022). Artreach, Inc. will return to live performance with its popular Music Heals Coffeehouse on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 7:30 pm. The performance, along with the "Here Comes the Sun" art show and sale, will take place at Chestnut Street Playhouse located at 24 Chestnut Street, Norwich, CT. Higher Edge is holding its annual golf tournament on Monday, October 17 at Great Neck Country Club.Player cost is $125, which includes golf cart; dinner and gifts.Raffle prizes will also be available.Of course; there is the opportunity to sponsor the event or donate a raffle item. If interested in either; please contact Katie Hallisey, Executive Director, at katie@higheredge.orgAll proceeds raised will directly impact student programming. 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 because sensitive data is stolen continues to rise,” said Lori Dufficy, EVP, Chief Experience & Engagement Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank. “Although criminals are increasingly using cyber-attacks to gain access to personal information online, we encourage everyone to properly dispose of hard copy documents that can 2022 Spirit of Pink Charity Mixer
October 13th, 5:30 P.M. – 8:30 P.M.Great Neck Country Clubhttps://www.easternctrealtors.com/members-area/member-resources/2022-spirit-of-pink/ The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut awarded $1,036,680 in scholarships to 323 students from across the region this year. Recipients come from 36 of the 42 towns in the Foundation’s service area.
Scholarships are a critical element of the Foundation’s commitment to supporting and empowering youth in Eastern Connecticut. “We are honored to carry out the wishes of our scholarship donors in making financial awards to help students attend and successfully complete higher education. Many of the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is announcing a new program as part of its Thriving Children impact area called Student United Way. It is open to high school juniors and seniors from area schools. Applications, available online, are due by Friday, September 30, 2022, and the size is limited to fifteen participants.
“Student United Way is a great way to engage youth from area schools to learn about philanthropy and the needs here in New London County. This program will be engaging, interactive, and On-Site Job Fair
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The annual Jack O’Keefe Memorial Strides Road Race, sponsored by the Arc Eastern Connecticut, celebrates its 45th anniversary this year. Held on Sunday October 2 at Camp Harkness in Waterford, the race offers prizes to top finishers as well as a family fun run/walk/roll. All proceeds benefit programs that serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in eastern Connecticut. A virtual option is also available this year for those who can’t make it the day of the race.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration in conjunction with Ion Bank, Latin Financial, and SCORE Greater Hartford is hosting a virtual information session on resources available to Hispanic entrepreneurs in Connecticut.
Hispanic-owned businesses play an important role in the U.S. Economy as they are the fastest growing segment of the U.S. small business ecosystem. United Way of Southeastern Connecticut hosted its Community Celebration event to recognize local businesses, organizations, and volunteers for their outstanding engagement efforts that positively impact Southeastern Connecticut. Four nonprofit agencies, all of which are United Way partner programs, also shared with the audience their client success stories that United Way donations help make possible.
The Celebration was held at and sponsored by Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation/Foxwoods Resort Casino so Choose Lights Instead of Frights:
A Celebration of Halloween with Dinosaurs & Mythical Creatures
The Dinosaur Place to Host 4th Annual Pumpkin Passage on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays from September 30 - October 29 beginning at 5 PM
MONTVILLE, CT — The Dinosaur Place in Montville, CT, once again opens their gates for all things magical & mystical — get ready for the annual Halloween event named the Pumpkin Passage!
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New London Attorney Bruce Chamberlain will have achieved a longtime dream with the grand opening of Whale Tail Driftwood furniture shop in Niantic on Saturday September 24, 2022. Over the course of his life as a recreational boater and Connecticut shoreline resident, Bruce has collected hundreds of aesthetically shaped pieces of driftwood that caught his eye. Although most recreational boaters would consider driftwood to be a hazard to navigation Bruce has come to admire the water and sun weathered wood
Sound Community Services, Inc. will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting event on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at 21 Montauk Ave., New London for its newest young adult residential program, Jason Hyatt Center. The ribbon cutting will be from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm with a light lunch served from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm.
Sound Community Services has a rich history of providing Southeastern Connecticut with outstanding mental health and substance abuse supports through their outpatient clinic, Starting in the 2023-2024 academic year, Mitchell College will be a core member – one of 16 schools – of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The move comes after Mitchell’s current conference, the New England Collegiate Conference, will cease to be an NCAA Division III Athletic Conference, as of Fall 2023.
The larger conference provides Mitchell’s 12 varsity sports – baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s golf, men’s and women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s The Mitchell College Board of Trustees is proud to announce six new members who have been welcomed over the last year. New trustees include Andrew Koha, assistant vice president of government relations at Principle LTC; Cornell Yarbrough, DJ, founder of Whutever it takes DJ Academy and Mitchell College alumnus; Kerin Da Cruz, senior vice president and chief nursing officer for L+M Healthcare/Yale New Haven Health; Norman Solomon, J.D., entrepreneur; Jason Guyot, president and CEO of Foxwoods Resort Casino Submarine Force Library and Museum Association
presents the 2nd Annual
DEEP DIVE Golf Tournament
Lake of Isles, FOXWOODS, North Stonington
Thursday, October 13, 2022
(9:30 Shotgun Start)
Registration Deadline: October 1, 2022
$175 per player E7 and above (active duty, retired & civilian)
$150 per player E6 & below active duty
Player registration includes:
Green Fee, Cart, Range Balls, Prizes, Continental Breakfast, Grilled Lunch Buffet, Raffle, drink tickets & Award Ceremony
Register SCORE to Host Free Webinar on “How to Start & Run a Successful Non-Profit Organization”
DATE: Tuesday, October 11, 2022
TIME: 2:00 to 3:30 PM ET
LOCATION: Online Webinar (Zoom)
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: REGISTER HERE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation with information on how to join the webinar.
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, mentors to America’s Small Businesses, offers a free webinar on “How to Start & Run a Successful Non-Profit Organization.”
If you
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now accepting applications for the 2023 National Playwrights Conference. The submission window will remain open through Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 11:59pm PST.
The O’Neill will once again employ an open script submission process for its founding program and invites all playwrights, regardless of location or agent representation, to share their work. Scripts are reviewed blind, without writer names or contact information, and are accompanied by a character The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that credit rating agency S & P Global Ratings has raised Bradley International Airport’s rating on its general airport revenue bonds (GARBs).
S & P Global Ratings assigns a credit rating for the airport’s public debt obligations. The rating has been raised from “A” to “A+”, with a stable outlook, on the airport’s approximately $78.7 million outstanding series 2011A and 2011B airport revenue bonds.
“The S & P Global Rating underscores Please join Safe Futures CEO, Katherine Verano and 2022 Safe Walk Honorary Chair Mike Buscetto at Filomena's restaurant in Waterford to help bring awareness to the life saving programs offered by Safe Futures. Hosted by the Crescent Beach BNI group.
Join us for an evening of entertainment and raffles as we get ready for our Annual Safe Walk. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-futures-fundraising-event-hosted-by-crescent-beach-bni-tickets-383588161517Safe Sound Community Services, Inc. will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting event on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at 21 Montauk Ave., New London for its newest young adult residential program, Jason Hyatt Center. The ribbon cutting will be from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm with a light lunch served from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm.
Sound Community Services has a rich history of providing Southeastern Connecticut with outstanding mental health and substance abuse supports through their outpatient clinic, The Cultural Coalition will present a "Grantmakers & Funders Forum: Arts & Culture Insights & Information" on Tuesday, September 27 from 10:00am to 11:30am online via Zoom.
Attendees will receive updates from foundations and grantmakers about the current funding environment, grant programs, and insights about funding for arts and culture in eastern Connecticut. Q & A to follow the panel discussion. Free for eastern CT with advance registration required at CultureSECT.org.
Panelists include:
Community Lids Opens Two Locations at Mohegan Sun
With a location in The Shops at Mohegan Sun and across from the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook, Lids at Mohegan Sun will offer sports fans the latest headwear, apparel & sports memorabilia
Lids, the leader and largest licensed sports retailer in North America, is proud to announce its debut of two locations at Mohegan Sun. Guests can grab the latest jersey or hat for their favorite teams in The Shops at Mohegan Sun or conveniently across from the 11,000 B. Michael Rauh Jr., President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, has announced his plans for retirement after 12 years of leading the financial institution through tremendous growth. Anthony A. Joyce III, EVP, Chief Operating Officer at Chelsea Groton, has been named by the Board of Trustees as the Bank’s next President and CEO, effective January 1, 2023.
Under Rauh’s leadership, Chelsea Groton Bank almost doubled in size, surpassing $1.5 billion in assets, expanded its lending footprint, and underwent a United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is hosting its second annual Cornhole Tournament to benefit its network of health and human service Partner Programs.
The family-friendly tournament takes place on Saturday, September 17 at United Way at 283 Stoddards Wharf Road in Gales Ferry from Noon – 4 p.m. Both competitive and casual players and teams are welcome. Numerous trophies and awards are presented, and food and beverage trucks will be on-site.
“We are looking for folks to come out and support our Art Supply Expo at Lyme Art Association
Oct 8th, 2022 from 10 am – 3 pm
Discover new products, learn new techniques, enjoy special deals,
free samples, and discounts at the Annual Art Supply Expo!
Old Lyme, September 6, 2022: You are invited to the Art Supply Expo, a free event on October 8, 2022 from 10 – 3 at the Lyme Art Association! Discover new art products and learn new techniques. Find special deals, free samples, and discounts. Experience art demos by artists, Roy Kinzer and Scott New Nonstop Service to Las Vegas Takes Off at Bradley International Airport Now Available from just $69 one way with Breeze Airways
The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways has launched new, nonstop service to Las Vegas, Nevada today. The inaugural flight from Bradley International Airport to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) departed this morning. To commemorate the new flight, Breeze is offering a special sale fare to Las Vegas, from just $69* one way from Garde Arts Center Presents HBO’s ‘I Know This Much is True’ Series in New London
Wally Lamb, Mark Ruffalo, and Derek Cianfrance to host over 3 nights
New London (Sept. 7, 2022) – The Garde Arts Center is pleased to announce that Connecticut-based novelist Wally Lamb will host screenings of the entire six-episode HBO series, I Know This Much Is True, over three nights from September 21 to 23, 2022 at 7 p.m. on the Garde’s giant movie screen. On Thursday and Friday nights, Director Derek UCFS Healthcare invites you to a Job & Career Fair
Discover your dream job and build a career.
Tuesday, September 13
9 - 11 am and 3 - 6 pm
UCFS General Administration Building, 34 East Town Street, Norwich
(In the event of rain, the fair will be held at the Edward & Mary Lord Family Health Center, 47 Town Street, Norwich)
Positions available:CliniciansCustomer Service RepresentativesDentistMedical AssistantsRegistered NursesFacilities WorkerAccounting AssistantResident and Kitchen AttendantsCase SCORE Southeastern CT to Host Free Webinar On "The ABCs of a Business Plan and Understanding a SWOT Analysis”
Sponsored by Essex Savings Bank
DATE: Tuesday, October 4, 2022
TIME: 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET
LOCATION: Online webinar (Zoom)
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: REGISTER NOW
After registering, you will receive a confirmation with information on how to join the webinar.
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a free Small Business Workshop on "The Music Matters: New England Folk Quartet
TRACING TRADITIONS ~ Old Tunes & Ballads from Ireland & North America
Friday, September 30 at 7pm
Music Matters brings together good friends and long-time colleagues Shannon Heaton, Becky Tracy, Matt Heaton, and Keith Murphy for a deeply appealing Stonington evening. Each of these two couples has performed on our stage before, and the Heatons appeared in a touching La Grua video at the start of the pandemic. Their fabulous musicianship has moved critics and writers
The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center), a program of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, will host five free, drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of September.
As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at two of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional information, referrals, and resources. You do not have to be in need of food in order to speak with the other agencies and vice Fairview Honors C. Wallace Andrias, MD & Chelsea Groton Bank at Inspired Lives Gala on October 7, 2022
GROTON, September 2, 2022 – Fairview, a non-profit Life Plan community is hosting their Inspired Lives Gala on Friday, October 7, 2022, at the Mystic Marriott from 6 pm to 10 pm. They will be presenting their cardiologist, C. Wallace Andrias, MD with the Fairview Medal for his dedication and leadership of their Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. His service and care were instrumental throughout the
The Connecticut SBA District Office is proud to announce the opening of nominations for the 2023 the National and Connecticut Small Business Week awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year Award.
The SBA Awards are given in celebration of National Small Business Week and include several categories. Connecticut winners for Small Business Person of the Year and Small Business Exporter of the year are eligible to compete for the National Awards.
National nomination forms and guidelines Fairview Is Grateful To Chelsea Groton Foundation For $5,000 Grant
Fairview will use the $5,000 grant to purchase new main entrance doors for the Health Center.
GROTON, September 2, 2022 – Fairview, a non-profit Life Plan community is grateful to Chelsea Groton Foundation for awarding the community a $5,000 grant. This grant will go towards purchasing new main entrance doors for Fairview’s Health Center.
Executive Director, Billy Nelson shares, “Our main entrance into the health center is of vital Governor Ned Lamont today joined officials from the Connecticut Airport Authority and Spirit Airlines to announce that the airline will be adding new, nonstop service from Bradley International Airport to Montego Bay, Jamaica. The announcement caps an effort from state officials and advocates to establish nonstop service to Jamaica from Connecticut’s largest airport. The service is scheduled to launch on December 15, 2022, and will operate year-round, four times weekly. This is the first time that a nonstop The Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival returns again to celebrate the sea in New London from September 9 through 11
This year’s gathering of vessels of all types, including U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy vessels and the historic Top Sail Schooner Amistad, is made possible with the steadfast support of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Office of Tourism and the generous sponsorship of Dime Bank.
“Everyone at Dime Bank is proud to play a significant role in bringing Join us for a two-part series covering the basics of QuickBooks, setting up your QuickBooks company, and choosing the right QuickBooks.
This series is led by Intuit ProAdvisor Elizabeth Santaus. Attend one or both sessions. Pre-registration is required (see below to register). Part 1: "Managing Your Business Finances with QuickBooks" will explain the Chart of Accounts and its critical importance in the correct use of QuickBooks. A perfect webinar for new users. Tuesday, September 27, 10:00-11:30 Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that Isabel V. Del Vecchio and
Rochelle C. Duyan have recently joined the firm.
“We are proud to announce the additions of Isabel and Rochelle to our experienced team of
attorneys,” said Eric W. Callahan, Managing Director of Suisman Shapiro. “These appointments further strengthen our capacity to provide professional services in the personal injury and estate planning & probate areas, and enhance our commitment to helping clients achieve their Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has received notification from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. Vilsack that New London and Windham counties have been designed by the federal agency as primary natural disaster areas due to the recent drought. Additionally, Hartford, Middlesex, and Tolland counties have been designated as contiguous counties under the declaration. The designation makes farm operators in primary counties and those counties contiguous to such primary counties eligible to be Equinor announced today members of the company’s newly formed Equinor Renewables US Public Affairs Team. The team is responsible for strategic communications and stakeholder, community, and government relations for Equinor’s growing portfolio of offshore wind projects in the U.S. Together, these projects, known as Empire Wind 1, Empire Wind 2 and Beacon Wind 1, will produce enough electricity to power approximately two million homes in New York State and will help generate more than $1 billion in economic The Overdose Action Team/NLC CARES Team will join people around the world in observing International Overdose Awareness Day on Wednesday, August 31. This year, the NLC CARES Team will travel throughout the region to hold a series of ‘pop-up’ events designed to raise awareness of the overdose epidemic and to encourage everyone in the community to be part of the effort to save lives. Community members are welcome to come to one or more of the events to learn about overdose and receive a free
Following its virtual development as a part of the 2020 Summer Season, the new musical Azul will receive an in-person developmental process on the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center campus this September.
Azul has a book by Melis Asker and Tatiana Pandiani, music by Jacinta Clusellas, and lyrics by Jacinta Clusellas, Melis Aker, and Tatiana Pandiani. The writers will spend nearly two weeks at the O’Neill with a professional cast and creative team to further explore the piece. While on campus, they will have Connecticut Regulators gave permission to Eversource to shut off electricity and gas to customers with financial or medical hardships. The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) will allow shut-offs beginning May 2, 2023. Customers participating in a payment plan program may be protected from service disconnections.
TVCCA has funding to assist customers with past due utility payments and can work with community members to establish a payment plan or qualify for the New Start Program with MADD About LOCASH Benefit Concert Hits Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den on October 1st
Country music duo LOCASH will take the Wolf Den stage for a Saturday night concert to benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving
WHAT: MADD About LOCASH – A Mothers Against Drunk Driving 14th Annual Benefit returns to Mohegan Sun in October. Sponsors for this highly anticipated evening include local country radio station WCTY-FM, The New London Day, Fundación Mapfre, Outfront Media, Walmart, Buckley Wynne & Parese, CMRK, Inc., Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) is pleased to present An Evening with Abigail Rockwell on August 30th at 5:30 p.m., as part of its record-breaking special exhibition Norman Rockwell’s Saturday Evening Post Coverts: Tell Me a Story, on display through September 18. Organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA, the exhibition presents all 323 of the covers that Rockwell created for the most popular publication in America of its time.
More than 4,000 visitors from all over the world have already Is anyone scanning my QR code? What’s this Google Analytics 4 thing and why should I care? Do these Facebook boosts even work? How do I track this? What is a conversion, anyway?
With so many marketing options and technologies in the marketplace today, how can you tell if they are working to drive more business through your doors?
If any of those questions are familiar to you, join Greg Boyd, Director of Digital Marketing at Miranda Creative, as he shares real-world insights and tips for tracking On Wednesday, August 24th Thames River Heritage Park Foundation’s board of directors announced a public campaign to raise funds to refurbish and launch the Nautilus, the Park’s third water taxi.
With addition of the 3rd boat, the Park will create a new route from the new Nautilus dock at SUBASE New London to City Pier connecting both the cities of New London and Groton with the Submarine Force Library and Museum, the historic ship Nautilus, and their 200,000 annual visitors.
Individual donations will be
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that 7 lawyers have been included in the 2023 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch in America®. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.
“Best Lawyers was founded more than 40 years ago to recognize the exceptional accomplishments of top legal professionals,” says Best Lawyers CEO Phil Greer. “We are proud to continue to present the most Chelsea Groton Bank is hosting a career fair for candidates interested in pursuing a career in banking on Thursday, September 8 from 4 – 6 PM at the Bank’s Westside Branch, 444 West Main Street, Norwich.
Candidates are encouraged to bring a resume and to dress professionally. Bank team members will meet with candidates and hold interviews on the spot for In-Branch and Digital Customer Service positions, management positions, and internships. Full-time, part-time and parent hours are available.
“We Singer/ Songwriter Alexus Lee was born in Providence, Rhode Island to a musical family and expressed early aspirations for a career in music.
Her journey began with piano, violin, and voice, the latter of which quickly became her primary love. Alexus’s 4 octave range, skillful ability for storytelling, and commanding stage presence, have carried her to countless cities, states, and countries around the world.
She’s been blessed to share stages with world class talents such as Mac Ayres, and has also been “These are songs that have gone into our hearts way back in time, but got lost in the twists and curves of the passing years,” says Robert Plant. “You hear them and you go ‘Man, listen to that song, we got to sing that song!’ It’s a vacation, really—the perfect place to go that you least expected to find.” In 2007, Plant and Alison Krauss released Raising Sand, one of the most acclaimed albums of the 21st Century. It was an unlikely, mesmerizing pairing of one of rock’s greatest front men with one of
Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut’s Congressional delegation today announced that Connecticut has been awarded two grants totaling more than $85.2 million from the Federal Railroad Administration for major infrastructure improvement projects on the Northeast Corridor.The funds will be used for two significant capital projects that improve safety and reliability along the Connecticut-owned New Haven Line and the Amtrak-owned Shore Line East, ensuring no disruptions occur along the Northeast Corridor. Small Business ResourcesGrowing & Supporting Black Business in ConnecticutVirtual Information Session
Black Business Month is a time to celebrate Black-owned businesses and honor the rich heritage of Black entrepreneurship. It’s a call to continue to empower Black business owners in our Connecticut communities and advocate for economic inclusivity for all.
Tuesday, August 30th
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Beginning this September, the Lyme Academy will offer a Young Masters Afterschool Art Program for students ages 12 and up. Students will be fully immersed in a professional studio environment, working directly with the instructor as they learn the skills necessary to achieve excellence in the fine arts, and their individual artistic goals.
Classes focus on observational drawing, painting, and sculpture, building on a progression of increasingly complex assignments first initiated in the art Academies of Governor Ned Lamont today announced the commencement of 19 job training programs funded by CareerConneCT, a $70 million program designed to support getting individuals in Connecticut whose employment has been impacted by COVID-19 back to work. These statewide and regional programs will provide short-term job training through industry-recognized credentials that create pathways to employment in high-quality, in-demand careers.The governor made the announcement in Groton, where he was joined by U.S. Labor Free Yoga at the Museum at Florence Griswold Museum Sundays, through August 28 from 11am to 12:30pm
Certified Yoga Instructor Laurie Pasteryak leads this month-long outdoor summer series designed for all levels of yoga and focuses on celebrating and exploring art and beauty of mind-body connection.
Please bring mat, towel, water and any yoga equipment you use (block, blanket, strap). Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut will hold Sales Tax-Free Week from Sunday, August 21, 2022, to Saturday, August 27, 2022.During this one-week sales tax holiday, retail purchases of most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 are exempt from the Connecticut sales and use tax. The exemption during Sales Tax-Free Week applies to each eligible item costing under $100, regardless of how many of those items are sold to a customer on the same invoice.This is the first time
Join us from 12pm-5pm Saturday, August 20, 2022 for the 2nd Anniversary of Curaleaf's Groton location. The event features food trucks, local vendors, swag, and a sweepstakes!
2nd Anniversary Member Deals Saturday and Sunday 8/20 and 8/21: 25% off Curaleaf Products, 20% off everything else. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on the UConn Storrs Campus is celebrating the best of music, dance and entertainment during their upcoming fall 2022 season. From the final tour of the legendary Emerson String Quartet to the one-of-a-kind Swiss theatre troupe Mummenschanz’s 50th anniversary, Jorgensen continues to present the world’s most celebrated artists to UConn and the greater Storrs community.
In homage to the UConn Women’s Center’s 50th anniversary, Jorgensen Center will be hosting
The Garde is hosting a clothing swap and is in need of volunteers. All ages, sizes, and genders welcomed! Excess items will be donated to LOCAL Southeastern CT Charities Can’t make the swap but want to donate? We will be accepting gently used, quality items:
We will need help setting up event (arriving at 12pm est), during event assistance (welcoming guests, organizing incoming items), cleaning up after the event, organizing excess for different donation centers, and dropping off excess to donation Mitchell College and New London Public Schools (NLPS) are partnering to provide dual enrollment to New London High School (NLHS) students, giving them an opportunity to take courses at Mitchell College. Mitchell College President Tracy Y. Espy and NLPS Superintendent Cynthia Ritchie signed a dual-enrollment partnership agreement at a recent orientation and ice cream social for the dual-enrolled NLHS students at Mitchell College.
President Espy said, “We are thrilled to welcome students from New London High The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury guidance to clarify protections for contraceptive coverage under the Affordable Care Act. In January 2022, the Departments had issued guidance on the ACA Preventive Care Mandate, including contraception.
Click below to learn more:Further Guidance Issued on Contraceptive Coverage
Chelsea Groton Bank has named Carolyn Welch, Senior Vice President, the Director of Commercial Business Growth and Development, and Rich Balestracci has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Department Manager.
“Throughout the pandemic, Chelsea Groton Bank was the leading PPP lender in the region. We helped hundreds of our own customers to obtain financial support, and we were able to step in and assist many other businesses who weren’t receiving timely support from their financial Enjoy a nature-centered evening of mingling with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and camaraderie at our annual Green-Tie Celebration, this year on Friday, September 23.
Join us as we celebrate our wildlife rescue, animal ambassadors and education programs at this tented affair, hosted at Deans Mill Farm in Stonington, CT in support of our friends of the forest. We'll have live music, seasonal craft cocktails and delicious hors d’oeuvres by our friends at Gourmet Galley, along with an art show by resident DPNC This program is designed as three six-week courses for ages 14-18 years old. All taking place on Thursdays, September 29th to November 3rd, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Students have three courses to choose from:Draw, Design, Screenprint, LED Light Up Your Clothes or, The Art of Stained Glass
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Homeschooling - Draw, Design, & Screenprint
For Homeschoolers 14 to 18 years old, learn drawing and design techniques for screen printing to print on paper and a T-shirt. This 6-week course, Thursdays, The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation today announced the 2022 recipients of the Robert O. Pare College Scholarship.Sofia DaSilva of East Providence, RI, and Aimee Girard of Waterford, CT, each will receive $5,000 towards their college education from the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation.
Over the course of 55 years, Robert O. Pare served Centreville Bank in a variety of roles, including president, trustee and corporator. Centreville Bank’s board of directors established the scholarship in 2018 The Town of Waterford is launching a small business grant assistance program to effectively serve Waterford’s small businesses seeking pandemic relief. Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, the program is created by the Planning and Development department alongside Connecticut-based strategic communications and marketing agency, Brianna Régine Visionary Consulting. Applications will be accepted at the end of August. Awards will be announced and distributed by November 2022.
Small businesses and nonprofit Al Foreman, managing partner and chief investment officer at Tuatara Capital, will be the keynote speaker at the 2022 CT Cannabis Conference & Expo: The Business Of Cannabis presented by Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz.
This inaugural conference and expo will be held on Wednesday, September 14th from 8:00AM to 5:00PM at Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mullberry Street, Plantsville, CT 06479. The event is open to those in the business community, cannabis community, entrepreneurs, municipal officials and Join us for exceptional networking, education, and business development opportunities among the region’s leading cannabis industry business leaders, influencers and service providers! Our inaugural cannabis conference and expo features a great roster of panelists and exhibitors representing many sectors in and connected to the cannabis industry. Don’t delay getting your tickets to this can’t miss event for the region’s cannabis industry participants and those exploring new opportunities for their business When: August 18, 2022
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PHONE # COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) deferment periods are approaching an end. As such, business owners must start preparing to make payments. The following are key points and resources for all COVID EIDL borrowers.COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loans are not forgivableSBA has begun to remind borrowers through email and callsSBA will not mail paper notices (Form 1201) but may send payment reminders via emailDeferment on payments is from the date on the original noteInterest began accruing at the Lauren Vincent has recently been promoted to Assistant Secretary, Small Business Loan Officerat Chelsea Groton Bank. In this role, Lauren will work to develop small business loan relationships across the Banks’ market areas.
Most recently, Lauren was a Commercial Portfolio Administrator at Chelsea Groton Bank. Prior to that, she was a Commercial Credit Manager at Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
“Lauren excels in evaluating the details of her clients’ operations and guiding them through any obstacles "Cheers to 40 Years” Dinner & Fundraiser to benefit Martin House Featuring The Tim Fioravanti Jazz Orchestra and Silent Auction Sponsorship Levels Gold $1,000 and up – 8 tickets, reserved seating Silver $500 – 4 tickets, reserved seating Bronze $250 – 2 tickets All sponsors will be featured at the event and on social media. 40th Anniversary Toast Generously Provided By: Friday, September 16, 2022 6:00PM The Spa at Norwich Inn 607 West Thames Street, Norwich Tickets: $100 Because of you, Martin House has On July 26, 2022, The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation granted a $2,000 scholarship to a high school graduate in the region. The scholarship program focuses on students who plan to continue to contribute to Eastern CT through their future work.
Sawyer Hakkinen-Hendrick is the 2022 scholarship recipient. He graduated from Ledyard High School in June, and will attend Clark University in Worcester, Ma this Fall. His interests include science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. His
The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center will host five drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of August.
As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at all of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional information, referrals, and resources. You do not have to be in need of food in order to speak with the other agencies and vice versa:
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Wednesday, August 3, 5-6 p.m.
Stonington High School, 176 Individual and Small Group Members Now Have Teladoc Primary360 at No Additional Charge
ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, launched the Teladoc Primary360 program designed to expand access to primary care and key specialty services to all individual and fully insured small group members on July 1, 2022, at no additional premium charge. Members now have access to primary care providers, dermatologists, and mental health professionals via phone, video, or messaging through a mobile Mohegan Sun’s 9th annual Sun BrewFest returns for a can’t-miss festival inside the massive Earth Expo & Convention Center. Guests can enjoy more than 100 beers, including craft brews, microbrews, imports, domestics, and ciders while enjoying live entertainment, cornhole and delicious signature food from local restaurants. Sun BrewFest kicks off in the afternoon of Saturday, October 8th!
Tickets to this beer lover’s paradise are available now for $40 during a special pre-sale (Monday, July 25th - Sunday, Today, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice for America’s 33 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, announced that the Biden-Harris Administration exceeded its small business federal contracting goal, awarding 27.2 percent or $154.2 billion in federal contract dollars to small businesses, an $8 billion increase from the previous fiscal year.
The share of contracts going to small businesses equates to 27.2 percent of Join us for the 10th Annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway.
Sunday, July 31 from 1pm-4pm in the New London Mall near Marshalls.
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of the Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund, a public-private partnership that provides low-interest loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Connecticut. Applications are now being accepted for loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000.
The program is aimed at helping small businesses and nonprofits, particularly those in low-income and historically underserved communities, with access to flexible working capital. The loans have a fixed, 4.5% interest rate Our annual summer fundraiser, Beech Party, is just a few weeks away, and we are thrilled to announce the incredible performers joining us for the event! It's not too late to be a part of this special night!PURCHASE YOUR TABLE OR TICKETS
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Alexander Gemignani is the Artistic Director of the O'Neill's National Music Theater Conference. He has appeared on Broadway in popular shows such as My Fair Lady, Violet, Chicago, Les Miserables, Sunday in the Park with George, and Assassins and The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommendations have been updated and most plans will be required to cover new preventive items and services beginning later this year or in 2023 (depending on the plan year). These new items/services include ones related to condoms, double-electric breast pumps, suicide risk screening for adolescents, and diabetes screenings for certain populations.Click below to learn more:New Mandatory Preventive Items and Services 2022 Updates The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the Art At The Airport program's summer exhibit, 'Coming Out for Art' presented by OutCT. The exhibit is free and on view from July 11th to September 1st at the Groton - New London Airport in the airport’s main terminal located at 155 Tower Avenue in Groton.
Cultural Coalition Executive Director, Wendy Bury notes, "We are thrilled to continue bringing exhibits to the airport and the region that represent and lift up our artists, residents, and voices, Chelsea Groton Bank, along with contractor, Carlin Construction Company, and architect, Bisbano + Associates, officially broke ground at the Bank’s headquarters on Poquonnock Road in Groton.
The bank’s new headquarters will feature a complete, inside-and-out rethinking of the workplace, as well as a reinvented branch designed around delivering an extraordinary customer experience in an environment conducive to learning and collaboration.
Chelsea Groton’s branch, located on the ground floor of the On Saturday August 6, 2022, Better Together CT Inc Farm & Sanctuary will be hosting the Annual Hempstock Music Festival in North Stonington, CT celebrating sustainability, regenerative farming and the importance of working with the whole hemp plant. Meet experts in the field and other hemp related industry experts from UCONN, URI and others while enjoying fantastic music at a beautiful organic country farm.
Join us at our family friendly musical event full of education and great eats created by the Better For over 30 years, Mudhead sailors have raised funds and awareness for worthy charities. On Saturday, July 16, 2022, the annual Mudhead Benefit Cup Regatta & MegaParty raised over $14,000 for Always Home. Tricia Cunningham, Executive Director of the Mystic-based nonprofit, said, “We are honored to be this year’s beneficiary and grateful for the amazing support and opportunity to share with new friends Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness.”
Mudhead Race Committee Chairman, Greg Gilmartin
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is pleased to welcome 16 talented arts and culture writers and critics from across the country to campus for the annual National Critics Institute.
The 2022 class of fellows includes the following writers: Tre'vell Anderson, Nancy Coleman, Alexi Chacon, Serena Daniels, Jay Gabler, Devika Girish, Angela Harmon, Cecilia Johnson, Brittani Julious , Pam Kragen, Jasmine Liu, Kaitlin McCarthy, Gloria Oladipo, Hanna Raskin, Frances Kai-Hwa Wang, and John Wenzel.
From July 12 At its July meeting, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut's Board of Directors voted to elect Ornet Hines, Assistance Vice President, Branch Manager at Liberty Bank, to the Board.
Hines has more than sixteen years of experience in the banking industry. In her role, she provides customized coaching as needed to develop the skills of the employees. She works collaboratively with her partners in Mortgages, Small Businesses, and Investments, as well as providing oversight of the day-to-day operations at
The League of Historic American Theatres (LHAT), the nation’s leading historic theatre advocate, recognized outstanding achievement within the industry when it announced New London, Connecticut’s Garde Arts Center is the 2022 Outstanding Historic Theatre in America at its 41st Annual National Conference in Cleveland, Ohio.
The LHAT National Conference, presented in different cities each year, is the largest gathering of historic theatre professionals nationwide. The conference took place in Cleveland’s Wednesday, July 20,2022
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Area health and human service agencies will be on site and are looking for talented people to become part of their team. Organizations will display open positions, have job applications and provide screening interviews.
Examples of positions available: Child care workers, medical assistants, customer service representatives, therapists, nurses, physicians and more.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 4 - 6 pm United Way of Ledge Light Health District Director of Health Stephen Mansfield has announced plans to retire in July of 2023, after 25 years of distinguished service with the organization. Deputy Director Jennifer Muggeo, who has been with the health district since 2005, was appointed on Thursday by the District Board of Directors to step into the Director of Health role when Mansfield retires.
LLHD Board of Directors Chairperson Danielle Steward-Gelinas said, "It has been an honor and privilege to watch Steve
For the fifth consecutive year, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has been named a “Best-In-State” credit union in the annual Forbes survey of the nation’s best financial institutions.
“We are honored to once again be named one of the very best in our industry,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “To be chosen by Forbes as a best-in-state winner for five straight years is a real testament to the hard work of our employees to provide the best service and best The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation has awarded $198,850 in funding to 21 organizations throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut, today announced Harold M. Horvat, bank President, CEO and Chairman.
“As a community bank, we are very fortunate to be able to give back to the people of Rhode Island and Connecticut, said Horvat. “These organizations receiving grants are making a positive impact in terms of health and well-being, education, affordable housing, and food insecurity ─ particularly in Today, the Connecticut Airport Authority opened its new ground transportation center at Bradley International Airport to the traveling public.
The newly opened, $210 million facility offers easier access to rental cars and more public parking – and in the future it will also provide improved access to public transit.
“With the introduction of the ground transportation center, we have created a more efficient and overall better and more welcoming passenger experience,” said Kevin A. Dillon, A.A.E.,
Chelsea Groton is one of 12 lenders in Connecticut participating in the CT Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) “Time To Own” forgivable down payment assistance program.
The “Time to Own” program is being administered by CHFA on behalf of the Connecticut Department of Housing. The program offers down payment and closing cost assistance to low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers who apply to CHFA’s First-Time Homebuyer program. Eligibility is contingent on being approved for and receiving a CHFA New England Science & Sailing Foundation, Inc (NESS) is pleased to announce the election of two new members to its Board of Directors: S. Carter Gowrie and Dr. Steven Adamowski. NESS Board Chair Jane Leipold stated: “We are very excited to have Carter and Steven join the NESS Board. Each will bring unique experience and perspective to NESS as we continue to expand our reach and deliver our accredited educational model focused on advancing K-12 academic outcomes through experiential learning.”
Carter The National Music Theater Conference is about to begin! The conference kicks off Friday, July 15th with the annual Incubator Concert, which features selections from three new musicals, including Fountain by Chris Anselmo and Jared Corak, Iron John by Rebecca Hart and Jacinth Greywoode, and TL;DR by EllaRose Chary and Brandon James Gwinn.
Then over the course of the next month, three innovative and exciting musicals will come through the O'Neill's campus to undergo our signature development process. You
The Annual Stonington Village Fair, a regional time-honored tradition presented by the Stonington Community Center (COMO), is in its 70th year and showcases the BEST of what the Stonington community has to offer. Each summer, generations of families and friends, residents and tourists alike, come together to create cherished memories at the quintessential New England festival. The fair takes place at the Stonington Borough Green on Saturday, Aug. 6 from 11am - 4pm and features a fun-filled day of CorePlus Federal Credit Union has named a new official to its’ Governing Body. Jesse Luis of Belle Mead, NJ has been named as a Director, effective June 2022. Mr. Luis was appointed to fill the unexpired term of former Director Elizabeth Mrouse.
Board of Directors Chair Jean Swift said, “It is a pleasure to welcome Jesse to the Board. His varied experiences within the community will certainly be an asset to CorePlus going forward.”
Jesse Luis, Vice President of Development for Foxwoods Resort Casino, has CorePlus Federal Credit Union appointed Barbara Richardson Crouch of Baltic, CT to its Supervisory Committee effective June 2022.
Barbara has combined her skills in the public and private sector to focus on economic justice and elimination of poverty. She currently serves as the Senior Director of Marketing and Development for Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Southeastern Connecticut’s poverty fighting agency.
Barbara has a BA in Political Science/English and an MBA from the University of Special Olympics Connecticut invites thrill-seeking individuals and teams to participate in its annual Over the Edge event at Mohegan Sun on Friday, September 2nd. During Over the Edge, participants will rappel more than 30 floors down Mohegan Sun's Sky Tower to support Special Olympics' year-round sports, health and fitness programs for athletes of all abilities across the state. Mohegan Sun is located at 1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard in Uncasville. To find out more, register for the event or donate, This announcement marks the first Native American chosen to serve as U.S. Treasurer.
In addition to making history as the first woman to serve as Chief in Mohegan Tribe's modern history, Chief Lynn Malerba has now been appointed as Treasurer of the United States as well as head of the newly created Office of Tribal and Native Affairs. As tribal leader, Lynn embodies our guiding philosophy of the Spirit of Aquai which is the Mohegan Tribe's centuries old North Star of how we treat our guests, partners Championed by the Chamber of Commerce – Eastern CT, in 15 minutes or less, CEOs will gain insight on best practices in HR and assess their current and potential organizational HR value through a state of the art, gratis research survey [“Organizational Priorities: Assessing HR Causal Link”] developed by The Human Resource Consortium (Mystic) and administered by GreatBlue Research (Glastonbury).
Recent global studies prove HR’s ability to quadruple organizational performance through integrated systems For over 30 years, Leadership Eastern CT has prepared future community leaders to assume positions of responsibility and take on challenges in the region. Class of 2022 demonstrated a keen sense of adaptability, determination, and reslliance as the program was led in a hybrid format.
The class celebrated graduation on June 22nd at The Spa at Norwich Inn, featuring keynote speaker Marguerite Driscoll, Director of Safety Council Operations at Pfizer. In her remarks, Driscoll led the class through her The Energy Efficiency team at Eversource will be offering a webinar on incentives available for EV charging stations for public charging. The presentation will cover EV and EV charging basics, the rebates available through the program, and how to participate. The presentation will be followed by a Question and Answer session.
Link to register for the webinar: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5521100204510215183 ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently received silver and bronze awards as part of the 16th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service.
The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world’s top honors for customer service, contact center, business development and sales professionals. The Stevie Awards organizes eight of the world’s leading business awards programs, also including the prestigious American Business Awards® and International Business On June 30th, the Connecticut Airport Authority celebrated the anticipated opening of its Ground Transportation Center at Bradley International Airport with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
After five years of planning and construction, which took place at the height of the COVID-19
pandemic, the new $210 million state-of-the-art facility is on track to open to the public in mid July.
When it opens, it will provide an elevated passenger experience, with improved access to rental
cars, more parking, and future
The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) was recently awarded a grant in the amount of $15,000 from Connecticut Humanities to support our participation in the CT Summer at the Museum initiative.
The program invites Connecticut children ages 18 and under plus one accompanying Connecticut resident adult to visit participating museums free of charge from July 1 through September 5, 2022. Funding for the initiative is provided by the CT General Assembly, with the support of Connecticut Humanities and the Department
Chelsea Groton Bank has been ranked the #1 bank in Connecticut on the Forbes list of Best-In-State Banks 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list can currently be viewed on the Forbes website.
Forbes and Statista identified Best-In-State Banks 2022 based on an independent survey of approximately 26,000 US consumers who were asked to rate banks at which they have or previously have had United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s Board of Directors has approved funding in the amount of $1,791,654 for the fiscal year 2022-23. This funding supports 40 health and human service programs at 23 local nonprofit agencies in New London County that work together to provide a vital safety net of services to help those in need.
The Board affirmed its commitment to the community by approving funding United Way’s four key areas of impact that improve people’s lives: Basic Needs; Community Wellness; The centerpiece of the campaign is a 30-second commercial now airing; will engage guests through billboards, social media, radio, digital advertising, on-site at Mohegan Sun and via future activations throughout the region
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 28, 2022) – Mohegan Sun, the premier entertainment and gaming destination on the East Coast, has launched a new advertising brand campaign titled, “All in for Mohegan.” The campaign’s signature commercial, viewable HERE, takes viewers through the world at play that Mitchell College recently named Keith Padin as business operations manager for its auxiliary services. In his role, Padin will oversee the college’s dining services, rentals and event engagement, including operations of Michael’s Dairy and The Red Barn.
Padin most recently served as communications, sales and operations manager for A Thyme to Cook catering in North Stonington, where he led marketing initiatives, guided clients on event planning and contributed to the creation of company policies and Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), unveiled its annual 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders list. The award recognizes the nation’s up-and-coming community bank innovators and influencers who represent the future of the industry. Alexis Kahn, VP, Cash Management Sales Manager at Chelsea Groton Bank was named to this year’s list.
“ICBA congratulates Alexis Kahn on this well-deserved recognition,” ICBA Michael Hawes recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as Assistant Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer. Michael will work to develop commercial loan and commercial mortgage relationships with centers of influence across the Bank’s market areas.
“With over two decades of business relationship management, 12 years of which were dedicated in banking, Michael excels at simplifying his clients’ day to day operations to achieve their business goals,” said Rich Balestracci, Senior Vice President, Commercial New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announced this year’s winning artists for the statewide calendar drawing contest entitled “Long Island Sound and Its Watershed: What It Means to Me.” The annual drawing contest is open to all Connecticut students currently in Grades K-6. Ryan Johnson, a 3rd Grader from Cromwell was named the overall winner. The student’s artwork will be featured on the cover of the 2023 calendar. “We are so pleased and so proud with the quality of submissions that come in
AmeriCorps Seniors programs tap the skills and kindness of people ages 55+ to meet a wide range of community challenges. Volunteer to help a senior, veteran or disabled individual to remain living independently through visiting, friendly medical rides, phone reassurance, or grocery shopping. Just one hour a week creates big change in someone’s life.
Benefits of Volunteering with AmeriCorps Seniors!
· Flexibility: around your schedule
· Supplemental accident insurance provided free to every volunteer
· Mitchell College recently welcomed Catherine “Cathy” Hurd as the interim vice president of enrollment. In her role, she will oversee the offices of admissions and financial aid and will also work directly with President Tracy Y. Espy as the assistant to the president, special projects.
Hurd most recently served as the vice president of student enrollment management and student experience at Bennett College, where she was instrumental in providing strategic leadership and direction in admissions, Chelsea Groton Bank has earned its 113th consecutive 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. Banks who earn this top rating must excel under a rigorous, independent analysis of financial condition, including a review of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Chelsea Groton Bank also earned the distinction of “Best of Bauer Bank”, a designation reserved solely for those banks that have earned this top rating for 100 (or more) consecutive On Saturday, July 9, Three Rivers Community College will hold Enroll in a Day, a unique registration event to assist students with enrolling and registering for the Fall semester. Included in the day is a special Preview Session from 11:00 am to noon for those who want to learn more about the College. At Three Rivers, students will find programs in fields that are hiring like tech, health care, manufacturing, and more, all for the lowest tuition in Connecticut.
On Saturday, students can stop by the The Three Rivers College Foundation honored Christopher Jewell at the annual Golf Classic held on Monday, May 23, 2022, at the Great Neck Country Club in Waterford, Conn.
Jewell is the Chief Financial Officer/Principal at Collins & Jewell Company, Inc. and is retiring from the Three Rivers College Foundation Board of Directors after 10 years of service. His leadership brought many important opportunities to the Board and the College, particularly in the field of manufacturing. He is a key stakeholder in The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the schedule of music-making events for the fifth annual Make Music Day Southeastern CT, part of a global music celebration that takes place on the summer solstice each year. The 2022 listings are available on www.MakeMusicDay.org/southeasternCT. With more than 75 live, free performances in the region, music lovers can see the schedule by town, musician, location, genre, and more! Most performances are planned for outdoors, with rain options included on the
This spring, the Chelsea Groton Foundation provided $289,000 to 63 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island. Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $5.3 million in total grants to the community since 1998.
Approximately half of the funds were distributed to Health & Human Services organizations, including our local hospitals: Backus Hospital ($8,000), Lawrence & Memorial Hospital ($7,500) and Westerly Hospital ($7,500). The largest grant, $25,000, was awarded to
Funded in part by the Thames River Innovation Places (TRIP) and CTNext the Grant Provides Admission for up to 10 Candidates to the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Entrepreneur Academy.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will launch an 8-week Entrepreneur Academy for applicants who are exploring launching a business.
The Academy will feature a 90-minute course one evening a week beginning July 14th and ending with a final demo day event on Friday, September 9th where participants can share
The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut announced grant awards of $205,640 in its inaugural grant cycle for the Fund for Racial Justice. This fund was created in June of 2021 with the purpose of advancing racial equity, supporting organizing and advocacy, and allocating flexible resources to organizations and movements in Eastern Connecticut, especially those led by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).
The Fund for Racial Justice grant cycle was open to grassroots organizations, existing The Connecticut Sun will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Title IX during its game against the New York Liberty on Wednesday, June 22 at 7:00 P.M. EST at Mohegan Sun Arena, in partnership with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Events will be happening all night long to commemorate the special occasion. Representatives from the Basketball Hall of Fame will be in attendance, along with a slew of Hall of Famers to celebrate, including: Jody Conradt, Sylvia Hatchell, Cheryl Miller, Pearl Moore, The meeting will focus on the Beacon Wind 1 project, which is projected to provide reliable, renewable power to more than a million New York homes by delivering power from an offshore wind farm from waters east of Long Island to New York City.
This workshop will provide an overview of this important project to help New York meet its decarbonization and clean energy goals. The event will be an opportunity to learn about project details, development timeline, and the permitting process, meet the project
As the country continues to transition from a historic economic recovery to stable, steady growth that works for families and small businesses, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, the voice for America’s 32.5 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, highlighted the impact of the SBA’s COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). Through the life of the program, the SBA disbursed approximately $390 billion to nearly four million small businesses and nonprofits.
Taken together with the The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is kicking off the summer season with their annual NESS Fest on Saturday, June 18 from 11AM - 3PM at their Stonington location at 72 Water Street.
This free event will feature fun activities including sailing, harbor tours, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding. This event is open to the public. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
NESS Fest participants are welcome to enjoy ocean adventure activities, tour In celebration of Pride, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host a live webinar panel with Larry Webb, District Director, SBA’s Washington Metropolitan Area District Office; Justin Nelson, Co-founder and President, National LGBT Chamber of Commerce; and small business owner Rachel Kalenberg of Pizza Carrello in Gillette, Wyoming.
The discussion will focus on financial wellness and the importance of equity and opportunity to help uplift and support LGBTQI+-owned small businesses across Students from Lyman Memorial High School, Norwich Free Academy, and Wheeler High School convened in the Crozier Williams Student Center at Connecticut College on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 for the 16th Annual Money Madness seminar presented by Chelsea Groton Bank.
The half-day seminar opened with keynote speaker, Andrew Gernhard, a graduate of Norwich Free Academy, who discussed his path to becoming a movie producer with his own Connecticut-based production company. Gernhard discussed the need for workers The Stonington Community Center (COMO) awards college scholarships annually to Stonington youth pursuing a higher education. This year a total of $62,950 was distributed to 39 youth from the six college scholarship funds the COMO manages without fee. Scholarships are awarded to students who display a commitment to community, service, leadership and academic achievement.
This year’s scholarship awards were presented to the following students:
Hendricks Whitman Award and Scholarship: Nikhil Desai. Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded $94,000 in scholarships this spring to 47 high school and college students in New London and Windham counties who exceled academically and who take an active role in supporting their local communities. For the seventh year in a row, the credit union committed to awarding one $2,000 college scholarship to one college-bound senior at each high school within New London and Windham counties with an attendance of at least 100 students. Students who are members of Charter Building on its COVID-19 recovery strategy, the Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to kick off this year’s summer travel at Bradley International Airport with the announcement of a new nonstop flight, offering travelers an expanded route network to choose from.
Starting this August, Frontier Airlines will be launching new nonstop service to Las Vegas. The new service will operate daily and complements Frontier Airlines’ existing menu of nonstops from Bradley International Airport.
“While a Free yoga classes, including five bilingual sessions per week, offered now through October 9
Yoga In Our City, presented by ConnectiCare, recently announced the launch of its 10th season in parks across Connecticut. The popular summertime program allows Connecticut residents to boost their mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing with free yoga classes in Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven, New London, Waterbury, and Willimantic.
“With increased burnout, financial burdens due to inflation, and ongoing
Tickets are now on sale for the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 2022 summer season, which features the return of some beloved in-person public events put on pause during the virtual and hybrid seasons of 2020 and 2021.
Patrons can purchase tickets by visiting https://theoneill.secure.force.com/ticket/#/ or by contacting the box office at 860-443-5378 x 244 or boxoffice@theoneill.org.
The O’Neill’s national programs have a history of supporting and empowering a wide variety of work and the talented
The Three Rivers College Foundation was the recipient of two grants, totaling $28,000, from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut. The first grant of $18,000 will provide support for nursing education at the College. The second grant of $10,000 will go towards Environmental Research, Fieldwork, and Hands-on Learning Internship Opportunities for students in Three Rivers STEM disciplines.
Three Rivers Community College is the only higher education institution in Southeastern Connecticut that
Coinciding with its one-year anniversary at Bradley International Airport, Breeze Airways is launching seven new flights at the airport – six over the course of three days, starting today, with the seventh starting after Labor Day.
The new flights will be taking off this week to Nashville, TN; Akron/Canton, OH; Savannah, GA; Richmond, VA; Jacksonville, FL; and Sarasota/Bradenton, FL, and, finally in September, to Las Vegas, NV.
“Over the last twelve months, Breeze has been a tremendous partner at The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce that the fifth annual Make Music Day Southeastern CT, part of a global music celebration that takes place on the summer solstice each year, is on track to have more than 60 live, free music performances across the region.
www.MakeMusicDay.org/southeasternCT is where to find details and register as a musician interested in performing or for locations interested in hosting one or more performances. Many performances will be held outdoors, but can be inside - due
Chelsea Groton Bank is hosting a career fair for candidates interested in pursuing a career in banking on Wednesday, June 15 from 4 – 6 PM at the Bank’s Westside Branch, 444 West Main Street, Norwich.
Candidates are encouraged to bring a resume and to dress professionally. Bank team members will meet with candidates and hold interviews on the spot for In-Branch and Digital Customer Service positions, Loan Servicing positions, and the Bank’s Rotational Internship Program. Full-time, part-time and parent The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center) will host five drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of June. The Food Center is a program operated by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut.
As part of the Eastern CT Health Collaborative’s new Mobile Health Hub, other social service agencies will be on-site at all of the following Mobile Pantry deployments to provide additional information, support, and resources. You do not have to be in need of food in order to visit the other agencies Friends and families packed the campus green to cheer on the Three Rivers Community College graduates at the 57th annual Commencement on Wednesday, May 25. It was the first in-person and on-campus Commencement since 2019. 462 students earned a total of 422 associate degrees and 51 certificates. Eleven students earned two degrees, seven earned both a degree and certificate, and five students earned a Medallion for Academic Excellence, which is achieved by maintaining a 4.0 grade point average.
Holly The Arc Eastern Connecticut will host the 34th annual Gardner Johnson Memorial Golf Tournament on June 17th at Connecticut National Golf Club in Putnam. Individuals and foursomes are welcome. Scramble format. All proceeds support programs and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in eastern CT. More information and to register: 860.889.4435 ext. 116, or https://www.thearcect.org/golf. The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, is pleased to announce that it has received grants from DraftKings, FanDuel, and PlaySugarHouse to help fund its responsible gambling programs.“Responsible gambling initiatives are vital to helping protect people who choose to play. We appreciate the support of DraftKings, FanDuel, and PlaySugarHouse in funding these important programs” – Diana Goode, Executive Director, CCPG.
Gambling responsibly means taking steps to reduce risks or harms to yourself that can Chelsea Groton Bank launched a new peak time career program to support individuals looking to start or remain in a professional career while balancing the demands of one’s personal life.
“For many people, working in a professional environment less than full or part time is more desirable to not working at all – whether it’s individuals looking at semi-retirement vs full retirement, students looking to begin their professional career while furthering their education, or stay at home caregivers looking to Harold M. Horvat, President, CEO and Chairman of the Board, Centreville Bank, has been reelected to the 20-member Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Bankers Association (MBA) at its Annual Meeting in April. Founded in 1905, the MBA is the only Association representing FDIC-insured community, regional and nationwide banks serving consumer and business clients across the Commonwealth.
Horvat was reelected to a three-year term after having filled a vacancy on the Board in 2021.
“As a dynamic Joint venture partners Ørsted and Eversource joined U.S. Representative Joe Courtney in welcoming U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm last week to tour the construction progress at State Pier in New London. Ørsted and Eversource are working with the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Port Authority, and Gateway Terminal to transform State Pier into a world-class, state-of-the-art, heavy-lift marine terminal and future offshore wind hub.
The tour also included Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, U.S. The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut invites all to attend an Open House and Ribbon Cutting at the new South East CT Community Center of the Blind, 75R Granite Street in New London, from 4 to 6 PM on Wednesday, June 1. Local dignitaries will be on hand and light refreshments will be available, so come and discover how the Center of the Blind is building a better future for those with vision impairment. On street parking is recommended. Disabled parking is located off Channing Street.
“Our new
On May 23, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and voice for America’s 32.5 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, will visit Las Vegas. Administrator Guzman will participate in roundtable discussions with Rep. Horsford, Rep. Titus, local leaders, and local business owners to discuss increasing equity and access to opportunities to help uplift and support underserved and disadvantaged small businesses.
In recognition of Asian Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) announced that the task force will hold its next set of virtual public meetings on June 1 and June 2, respectively, via Microsoft Teams.
“The quarterly IATF and ACVBA committee meetings are vital for SBA to gain a greater understanding of the current state of veteran-owned small businesses and how best to serve them,” said Larry In coordination with Mental Health Awareness Month in May and in an effort to support business leaders and organizations in their goals to make mental wellness a priority, WellSpark has announced a partnership with Mental Health Connecticut to bring Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) to WellSpark customers across the country.
MHFA is an evidence-based training administered through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Originally created in Australia in 2001, MHFA is a non-medical, prevention and
Artists include: Andrew Kim, Tom Lee, South Miller, Jacob Brindamour, Kate Douglas, Brittany Fisher, Neena Beber, Mallory Jane Weiss, Deepak Kumar, Max Yu, Erlina Ortiz, Robi Hager, Jay Adana, Gavin Creel, Brad Simmons, Marilyn Maye, Matthew Scott, Natalie Douglas, Jenn Colella, Ken Page, and more!
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is excited to announce its 2022 summer season, which features the return of some beloved in-person public events put on pause during the virtual and hybrid seasons of 2020 and Prepare to dance the night away celebrating UConn’s Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center 50th anniversary with Orlando Ortiz & Karibe Mambo Orchestra on Saturday, June 11. As part of the long-awaited return of Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts’ cabarets, Latin food, desserts and drinks will be available when doors open at 7:00 pm. DJ Nervioso will be mixing live from the moment the doors open until Orlando Ortiz & Karibe Mambo Orchestra takes the stage at 8 pm.
Orlando Ortiz & Karibe Mambo
In celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host a virtual armchair discussion with Jennifer Kim, Associate Administrator, Office of Field Operations; Michael Fong, Regional Administrator for SBA Region X; Chiling Tong, President and CEO, National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship; and Dr. Guofang Wang, Co-Owner of Everest Medical Group in Upper Darby, PA.
The discussion will focus on the importance of financial wellness, A part of the Groton community since 1854, Chelsea Groton Bank is
preparing to embark on a complete renovation of its Groton headquarters and bank
branch on Poquonnock Road, with construction set to begin this spring.
The bank’s new headquarters will feature a complete, inside-and-out rethinking of the
workplace, as well as a reinvented branch designed around delivering an extraordinary
customer experience in an environment conducive to learning and collaboration.
Chelsea Groton strives to be
The Equity Match Grant Program is designed to help women-owned businesses grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.
The grant funds cannot be used towards operating expenses (e.g. inventory, on-going marketing expenses, salaries), real estate improvements (e.g. construction costs), reimbursement for past purchases or debt repayment.
Applicants are required to provide a minimum 25% Wireless Zone endlessly supports their communities by giving back to local charities and by hosting fundraising campaigns.
We are currently accepting monetary donations for our 10th Annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway which is taking place on Sunday, July 31st at all WZ locations!
If you're interested in making a donation to this wonderful event, please email sam.stamatiou@wireless-zone.com In the true spirit of Memorial Day, Ace Hardware is again collaborating with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Consumers who visit Ace Hardware Waterford on May 28 will receive a free 8” x 12” American flag* while a second flag will be donated to thee Waterford VFW to be used for marking and honoring veteran graves this Memorial Day.
“Ace Hardware Waterford salutes the many brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our The Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association and the GHADA Foundation awarded a $1,000 grant to The Arc Eastern Connecticut to offset the cost of a walk-in refrigerator at the agency’s new bakery micro-enterprise on Route 171 in Woodstock. The bakery will be the permanent location of The Arc’s successful cookie production facility, which provides people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the skills to prepare for competitive jobs with area employers. Scheduled to open in June, it will be The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA) presented The Arc Eastern Connecticut with a $1,000 donation at The Arc’s main offices in Norwich. Funds will be used to support the agency’s Community Life & Advocacy (CL&A) program, which provides community engagement opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities that include selfadvocacy, health/fitness/Special Olympics, and volunteer activities, among others.
“We love supporting The Arc,” said AHEPA Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that its 57th commencement will be held on Wednesday, May 25 at 5:00 p.m. After two years of virtual commencements, the Three Rivers Community is excited to hold Commencement in person and on campus this year. Approximately 473 students will be awarded degrees and certificates.
Five graduates will receive the Medallion for Academic Excellence for graduating with a 4.0 grade point average. Student Speaker Amber Spring De Souza will share her experience The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut announced grant awards of $2,084,418 to advance greater equities in its four focus areas: youth empowerment, basic needs and rights, the environment and animal welfare. Grant review committees are composed of community members and trustees with a deep commitment towards advancing human rights and community resilience in Eastern Connecticut. The Foundation has been advocating for systemic changes that will address inequities in early childhood education and The New England Science & Sailing Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce two very important leadership changes effective June 1, 2022. Spike Lobdell, NESS’s founder and current CEO, will retire from the day-to-day leadership of the organization and assume the role of Chair-elect. Concurrently, Eric Isselhardt, PhD, NESS’s President, will become the organization’s second CEO since its founding in 2002. “These changes reflect planned succession of leadership ensuring the continued success of Ledge Light Health District has scheduled the following COVID-19 vaccine clinics:
Friday, May 13th, 12:00-2:00pm, New London Senior Center, Corner of Brainard & Mercer Streets, New LondonMonday, May 23rd, 2:00-4:00pm, East Lyme Senior Center, 37 Society Road, NianticTuesday, June 7th, 1:00-3:00pm, Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, GrotonOnly the Moderna vaccine will be available at these clinics, for individuals 18 years or older who need a 1st or 2nd dose (primary series) or are eligible for a 1st Comcast today announced the expansion of its smart, fast and reliable fiber-rich network to Jewett City, delivering its full suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services to nearly 2,500 residents and businesses, including Internet speeds of up to 3 gigabits per second (Gbps) for residences and up to 100 Gbps for businesses. The process to extend Comcast’s fiber-rich network throughout Jewett City is underway and will continue through the summer. “The Eastern Connecticut Chamber is thrilled to welcome The Cultural Coalition has partnered with the City of Norwich, City of New London, and the Town of Stonington to manage and administer municipal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated for arts & culture through grant programs and special projects.
The programs are funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). These funds are intended to support investments that help our local economy continue to address Covid-19 impact and recovery.
IMPORTANT: Norwich, Stonington and New London have separate Organizational Priorities: The HR Causal LinkAccelerate your organizational growth and HR value. The Human Resource Consortium, LLC launches its leading edge research study’s beta test in Eastern CT on June 1, 2022. The Chamber of Commerce Eastern CT is championing the survey’s beta test. The 15-minute, online survey will be conducted with CEOs of mid-sized (25 – 3,000 employees) organizations across industry sectors during the month of June to:Familiarize non-HR executives on current HR best Kawel LauBach is an exceptionally accomplished Human Resources and Organization Development executive with an extensive, proven track record of building high performance organizations. His 30 years of experience in Operations, HR, and leadership roles within aviation, biotechnology, healthcare, hospitality, and logistics have included Fortune 500 companies of Caesars, United Parcel Service, and most notably, Southwest Airlines. His strength as a strategic and market-differentiating executive emerged from Mohegan Sun’s luxury lounge, novelle, is excited to announce an all-new set of events coming to the venue this summer! Escape from the ordinary and make your way to novelle to experience two new events: Battle of the Ballads, which features incredible singers going head-to-head in a musical competition and Toast with the Host: a behind the bar series, where you can sip on specialty cocktails mixed by celebrities like Tyler Cameron from The Bachelorette! The popular Bubbles, Brunch & Beats will also be At the Annual Meeting of the Connecticut Probate Judges Assembly, Attorney Nicholas Kepple of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law was recognized for his ten years of service as Judge for the Southeastern Region consisting of Groton, North Stonington, Stonington and Ledyard. The meeting was held at the Connecticut Supreme Court with opening remarks from Chief Justice Richard Robinson.
Attorney Kepple said, “My time as regional probate judge was a wonderful opportunity to help so many people through the The Cultural Coalition is pleased to announce the Art At The Airport program's spring exhibit You Are Everything! - Artwork from incarcerated & formerly incarcerated women. Organized by the Community Partners in Action (CPA) Prison Arts Program, this exhibition features a selection of new and old artwork from women whose artistic careers began at York Correctional Institution (CI) in Niantic, Connecticut.
The exhibit is free and open to the public to view from April 6 to June 30 at the Groton - New March 9, 2022
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Waterford, CONN. – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut is pleased to announce the recipients of the Annual Military Community Support Award as Dime Bank and UCFS Healthcare.
On March 25, 2022, both Dime Bank and UCFS Healthcare will be recognized at the 11th Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa for their dedicated support of eastern Connecticut's men and women in uniform. This important breakfast gives the business March 7, 2022
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Waterford, CONN. – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut is pleased to announce the 71st Citizen of the Year as John Burkhardt, former Senior Vice President, Head of Global Drug Safety Research and Development (DSRD), Head of Comparative Medicine and Groton Site Head for Pfizer Laboratories.
The Citizen of the Year Award is presented annually to a special individual who has gone above and beyond in making outstanding contributions to the region’s civic and Two local Businessmen Donate Storefront to Safe Futures
Victor Ebersole. Jr. and Brendan Quinn hand over keys to Sumner & Sumner headquarters on Main Street in Willimantic.
NEW LONDON — The owners of a commercial storefront in downtown Willimantic are donating the property to Safe Futures, a nonprofit that serves victims of domestic violence, in a bid to help the organization develop The Center for Safe Futures. The brick building at 757 Main Street in Willimantic has long served as the office of Sumner Giving Garden Sets Ambitious 2022 Growing Goal Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center’s Farm Benefits the Gemma Moran Food Pantry Mystic, CT (February 24, 2022) — In its eighth year, the Giving Garden at Coogan Farm has set its most ambitious goal yet - to grow 20,022 pounds of fresh and nutritious produce to benefit the food insecure across New London County. In connection with this goal, the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, which owns Coogan Farm, has launched a three-pronged challenge to its MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the largest premiere resort casino in the Northeast –Foxwoods Resort Casino – kicks off their 30th anniversary with an impressive line-up of announcements including a new partnership, property expansion plans, and many exciting initiatives happening on property for guests.
Whether joining Foxwoods for a night out with friends, a family get-away, or a romantic weekend, today's 30th anniversary announcements will give guests even more reasons to MYSTIC, CONN., FEB. 10, 2022 - The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) has chosen six recipients to receive grants to market initiatives in support of eastern Connecticut’s tourism economy.Those selected are: Mystic River Heritage Foundation; The Last Green Valley; the City of New London; Thames River Heritage Foundation; Putnam Business Association and Think Mystic partnership. Mystic River Heritage Foundation will receive $10,000 and the rest will receive $8,000 each. A total of $50,000 has been Norwich, CT – Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) is pleased to announce the opening of the application window for the Norwich Revitalization Program on February 14, 2022.
Kevin Brown, President of NCDC issued the following statement: “We are thankful that the Norwich City council passed a resolution on September 20, 2021, to utilize American Rescue Plan funds to revitalize Norwich. Businesses both large and small and the city at large will benefit from this creative development program. We Groton, Conn. – Connecticut Humanities, the statewide, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), has awarded the Bill Memorial Library in Groton a CT Cultural Fund Operating Support Grant (CTCFOSG).
These funds will be used to catalog and preserve the library’s genealogical and museum collection, upgrade and expand its digital infrastructure, and help to purchase additional equipment for the library’s virtual programming. With the pandemic, much of the library’s programming Norwich, CT – Nancy A. Thomas of Oakdale was recently elected to join the Norwich Arts Center’s Board of Directors for a 2-year term during a recent meeting.
Nancy works as an MIS/Finance Director for Atlantic Broadband, formerly Thames Valley Communications. She has worked in financial operations for over 35 years. Nancy previously taught Accounting at Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Connecticut State University and an MBA from NEW LONDON, CT -- Thames River Heritage Park announced the creation of a new program to support the heritage sites along the Thames. Modeled after the successful Portland (Maine) History Docent (PHD) training program, the inaugural Thames River Heritage Park Docent Academy – a 10-week training program for current and prospective volunteer guides – will begin on Thursday, March 10, 2022 and meeting every Thursday morning from 9 AM – 12 PM.
A collaborative effort by Thames River Heritage Park Foundation and The Donald R. Welter Library at Three Rivers Community College is proud to present “Exhibition #1” in the new Diversity 365 Gallery. “Exhibition 1” features two-dimensional work from twelve faculty members representing eight colleges in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system. All work explores the themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This first Diversity 365 exhibition will run through April 12, 2022 and can be viewed in person in the Library, Monday - Thursdays, 8:30 am – 8:00 Join the IRS for this free 'get ready for filing season' presentation. Learn about:
What tax records to retain to make filing your tax return easyThe Child Tax Credit, particularly for families who don't normally file tax returns.The Recovery Rebate Credit, particularly for those individuals who don't normally file a tax return and/or didn't receive the 3rd Economic Impact (stimulus) Payment.The Importance of filing electronically and direct depositing of refunds when possibleFree tax preparation services Mystic, Conn., Jan. 28, 2022 – Whether you’re looking to tie the knot, or just spend a night out with your beloved, Olde Mistick Village is the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
“Getting married at the Olde Mistick Village is just wonderful because it’s quaint, it’s beautiful, and it’s romantic walking around,” said Wedding Officiant Marie Tyler Wiley.
Tyler Wiley, who is also a non-denominational minister, will once again perform free wedding ceremonies for couples on Valentine’s Day, Monday,
Waterford, CT - The recipient of two Tony Awards and National Medal of Arts, the O’Neill is a world-renowned developer of new work and new artists for the American theater. Employing the signature "O'Neill process," the festival provides local middle and high school students professional-level support to develop their original one-act plays.
Young Playwrights will spend a weekend at the O'Neill with a dedicated creative team - director, dramaturg, and actors - comprised of National Theater Liberty Bank is seeking applications for the 2022 Donald B. Wilbur Scholarship. The scholarship will be presented to a graduating high school senior who is enrolling in an accredited college, university, or other institution of higher education (two-year or more) with the goal of majoring in engineering or a technology-related field.
The scholarship recipient will be selected by Wilbur, past chairman of the board of directors of Liberty Bank, and will be given a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must be GROTON, Conn. – Patrick L. Green, FACHE, President and CEO of L&M Healthcare and Executive Vice President of Yale New Haven Health, was recently elected to Chelsea Groton Bank’s Board of Trustees. Green became a Corporator of the Bank in 2020.
Green is filling the remaining term of retiring Lead Trustee Dennis Cambria, DDS, who served as a Bank Corporator since 1992 and was named a trustee of the Board of Directors in 1994.
Cambria was named Lead Trustee of the Board in 2008, and held that position until New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) will open registration for its 2022 summer camp programs on Tuesday, February 1, 2022.
NESS, a New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC) accredited school partner program and award-winning ocean adventure STEM education nonprofit, provides students of all ages with programming that offer a unique combination of on-the-water and in-the-classroom lessons intended to spark curiosity, enhance learning, and encourage students to step out of their Local non-profit organizations are invited to apply for Pfizer Connecticut Laboratories 2022/2023 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, SBA will Award $3M in Grants to Help States, Entrepreneurs Combat Rise in Cyber Attacks and Threats
WASHINGTON – Today, Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), announced $3 million in new funding for state governments to help emerging small businesses across America develop their cybersecurity infrastructure – a priority of the Biden-Harris Administration, outlined in the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). As part of the Cybersecurity for The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) today [Jan. 13] announced the postponement of “Symphonic Fantasy,” the evening performance originally scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at New London’s Garde Arts Center, due to the current high rate of COVID-19 transmission. A new date has not been determined.
“In the midst of the Omicron surge, we were not comfortable putting our audience, orchestra, and staff members at risk of infection,” said ECSO Executive Director Caleb Bailey. “It seemed Three Grants will support Museum Operations and Diversity Initiatives
Mystic, Conn. (January 13, 2022) – Connecticut Humanities, the statewide, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), has awarded Mystic Seaport Museum $519,999 in three separate grants.
The first is an award of $500,000 for a CT Cultural Fund Operating Support Grant. Administered in partnership with the Connecticut State Department of Economic Development/Connecticut Office of the Arts, with funds from Waterford, Nancy D. Butler, CFP®, CDFA®, CLTC®, has been presented the 2021 Woman of The Year award by The Southeastern Connecticut Women’s Network.
The Woman of the Year must be active in her community and within professional organizations. She also must express an interest in helping other women and men achieve professional status and public exposure through networking in the community.
Nancy has been a member of SECT Women’s Network for over twenty-five years, giving her time well under the radar Military Matters SeriesCasualty of War: Robert Howard, Jr. Wednesday, January 19 at 6pmRobert Howard Jr. was only 4 years old when his father, Robert Senior, was killed during a rescue operation in A Shau Valley in Vietnam. In this talk, Robert reflects on his father's service in Vietnam, and the legacy his death left on a young son. Robert will talk about his struggle to make his father proud in death, his struggle with addiction, and how he turned his losses into wins. Suggested donation $5. (WEST WARWICK, R.I.) December 29, 2021-Centreville Bank President, CEO and Chairman of the Board Harold M. Horvat today announced that Brandy Hapgood has been promoted to district executive and Junio “Junior” Ortega has joined the bank as a district executive.
“Brandy and Junior have amassed a wealth of knowledge from their respective experiences in the banking industry,” said Horvat. “We rely on them to provide strategic and tactical management oversight to Centreville Bank’s branch networks in A study of the opportunities and challenges presented by the Offshore Wind Industry for the state finds that many of the assets the industry requires are already in place but that other elements should be added quickly.
The report, “Embracing the Potential of Offshore Wind in Connecticut – A Study of Opportunities and Challenges,” was commissioned by the Joint Venture created by Ørsted and Eversource to build the state’s first offshore wind farm and was overseen by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern For Immediate ReleaseDecember 16, 2021Contact: Anne Driscoll, anne.driscoll@scorevolunteer.org SCORE of Southeastern Connecticut Presents a 3-Part Webinar Series on Small Business Selling
Join us for one, two, or all three webinars in this FREE series covering Selling for Small Business Owners. DATES: Tuesday, January 11, 2022; Wednesday, January 12, 2022; Thursday, January 13, 2022TIME: 12:00 to 1:30 PM EDTLOCATION: Live on ZoomSee below for workshop details and FOR RELEASE ON:
12/8/2021The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation announces the Cancelation of their Annual Holiday GalaLaunches ’12 Days of Bidding’ virtual auction beginning December 10
Waterford, CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut Foundation announces with great disappointment the cancelation of the 37th Annual Holiday Gala on Friday, December 10.
“The decision by the Foundation’s Board of Directors to once again skip this beloved year-end tradition was incredibly
Waterford, CT – November 29, 2021 – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s 2021 Matching Gifts Program has donated a combined $400,000 from the credit union and its members to more than 270 charitable organizations this holiday season, from local food pantries and food centers to programs providing housing and educational assistance.
Since Charter Oak created its innovative Matching Gifts Program in 2016, the combined giving of the credit union and its generous members has totaled nearly $2 Event:The Niantic Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk to Benefit the Brian Dagle FoundationDate: Saturday, December 11, 2021 (rain or shine)Time: 10:00 amLocation: McCook’s Park lower level parking area, Niantic, CTRoute: Flat course along the Niantic ShorelineAttire: Traditional athletic attire OR Holiday costume
The Niantic Jingle Bell 5K run/walk is now in its 7th year! Throughout the years, close to 800 runners and walkers of all fitness levels have joined us for this festive community event which is rated one
MYSTIC, CONNECTICUT- (November 15, 2021)- Beginning January 17, 2022, Lancer Hospitality will be the primary food and beverage operator of the Mystic Seaport Museum grounds, a 19-acre destination which is comprised of multiple on-site eateries and food outlets, as well as a robust offering of private dining and event spaces. Founded in 1929, Mystic Seaport Museum is the nation’s leading maritime museum, which was created to gather and preserve the rapidly disappearing artifacts of America’s seafaring NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a major new exhibition on Saturday, Oct. 30, which presents the story and art of May Way (1769–1833) and Elizabeth (Way) Champlain (1771–1825), two sisters and artists from New London, Connecticut. The sisters were among the earliest professional women artists working in the United States. The Way Sisters: Miniaturists of the Early Republic will be on view through Jan. 23, 2022.
“This is the first museum exhibition to focus on
Dayne Rugh has been named the new director of Slater Memorial Museum on the campus of Norwich Free Academy.
Rugh has held the title of interim director since March.
“Dayne is the right person to lead Slater Memorial Museum,” said NFA Head of School Dr. Brian M. Kelly. “During this time of transition, Dayne has shown great leadership and a cooperative spirit. He has a vision for what this museum is – and can be, and I am excited for him to take the helm.”
“I am grateful for this opportunity,” said
Sofia Sees Hope Rebrands with New Name, Same Mission
Hope in Focus Reflects NPO’s Global Impact
Ledyard, CT (October 19, 2021) — Sofia Sees Hope, a nonprofit that has been raising research funding and awareness around Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA) and other rare inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) since 2014, today unveiled a new name and logo. The rebrand is designed to reflect the organization’s growing global impact.
The mission remains the same and stronger than ever: to generate Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT member, DoorDash, has been partnering with organizations and restaurants across Connecticut to provide support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only has DoorDash been a vital resource for restaurants during these uncertain times, but the company also worked with merchants to build long-term growth opportunities through help with marketing, access to delivery, and other resources. DoorDash partnered with the Connecticut Restaurant Association in January, providing$500,000 TO: Connecticut State Legislators
RE: SB127: An Act Concerning the Sale of Electric Vehicles in the State
I am writing you today to ask you to oppose SB 127: An Act Concerning the Sale of Electric Vehicles in the State, more commonly known as the Tesla Loophole Bill. This is the seventh year in a row that this bill has come before the legislature. This legislation hurts consumers and jeopardizes local jobs.
The proposed bill will allow out-of-state electric vehicle manufacturers to sell to March 4, 2021
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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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
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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
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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,
New London Big Band The Lost Music of Harry James, featuring Wayne Bergeron
TOOL Announce North American Tour; Announce November 10th Show At Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale Friday, June 9th
United Way Night at the Connecticut Sun June 8
Governor Lamont Reminds Residents That Connecticut’s Minimum Wage Is Scheduled To Increase on June 1
Blumenthal & Warren Announce Legislation to Extend Crucial Health Benefits for Surviving Families of National Guard and Resevists
Community Foundation Continues to Address Inequities through Grantmaking
Brian Regan returns to The Garde.
Three Rivers Community College 61st Pinning Ceremony Celebrates 40 Nursing Student Graduates
Bradley International Airport Invites Passengers to Vote in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards
The Stonington Community Center (COMO) Welcomes Dr. Matthew Haugen as Executive Director
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Southeastern CT Getting Ready for Annual Make Music Day on June 21
“Breakthrough” – A Journey of Hope: A multi-day experience starts on May 21, 2023
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Hope in Focus to Host Screening of A Shot in the Dark and Talkback with Blind Athlete Anthony Ferraro
Vessel Ready for Boarding at 174 Bank Street in New London
Food pioneer Gemma E. Moran passes away at 99, legacy will live on
Ben Folds: What Matters Most Tour featuring: Tall Heights at The Garde
The Connecticut Congressional Delegation Announces The 2023 Military Service Academy Night
Pride Weekend Returns To Mohegan Sun June 24th & June 25th
Breeze Airways Grows at Bradley International Airport with the Launch of New Nonstops to Tampa, Fort Myers and New Orleans
'Bored Teachers Comedy Tour' will perform at the Garde Theater on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
Mohegan Sun Jumpstarts Summer Season At The Sun Patio
The Arc ECT’s Fundraising Golf Tournament to be Held June 21
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Make Music Day Southeastern CT - Information and Registration Open Now
Lyman Allyn Exhibition Celebrates the Life and Work of Barkley L. Hendricks
Putnam Lions Club Foundation Recognized The Arc ECT at Annual Night of Giving
Officers, Athletes to Participate in Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, May 31st and June 1st - 2nd
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Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic.
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces full 59th Summer Season including the selections for its renowned national programs
Destroy Documents and Declutter at Chelsea Groton Community Shred Days
State Pier Infastructure Impovements Project
Join us to celebrate the past 25 years of LeAnn's career with all the hits, from her first release, ''Blue'', to her brand new album, ''god's work''.
Jonas Brothers Announce “THE TOUR” Band set to perform five albums every night, with a stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, August 17th
seCTerRise offers business guidance, grant funding, and more to new and existing businesses
Lawrence Memorial Hospital and Westerly Hospital Physicians Named Top Docs
T-Mobile in Waterford celebrates Small Business Week with an event on May 5th and 6th
The National Small Business Week 2-day virtual summit is happening Tuesday, May 2 – Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
United Way seeks new member agencies for Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center
Kimberly Cardinal Piscatelli Elected to Chelsea Groton Board of Trustees
Three Rivers Student Wins Outstanding Technical Student Award
Maryam Elahi receives Transformative Leadership Award from Connecticut Voices for Children
The Argia Schooner will begin it's first sail of the season on May 5th. Get your tickets today!
Mohegan Sun Golf Club is Now Open for the Season
CLEAR Now Available at Bradley International Airport
Chelsea Groton Advances Branch Environments, Technology, and Community Connections in 2022
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Mohegan Sun on Sunday, May 14th
Increase Your Social Media & Digital Marketing Skills-Hosted by The SECT Women's Network
Submarine Force Library Museum will host Family Day Celebration on April 15th from 10am-2pm
Attorney General William Tong Names Mitchell College Class of 2023 Commencement Speaker
Women in Business Forum
The Auxiliary of L + M Hospital Fundraising Luncheon 'Celebrating Nurses'
Foxwoods Resort Casino Celebrates Women's History Month by Sponsoring Renowned Women's Car Driver Cassandra Cole
12th Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast and Announcement of Community Support Award Recipients
Always Home's HEART TO HEART Gala to Honor Betty and Bill Smith
Child and Family Agency of Southeastern CT hosts Golf Tournament, June 5, 2023, 11:00AM-8:00PM, Fox Hopyard Golf Course.
Chelsea Groton Bank Again Earns BauerFinancial 5-Star Rating
Join SBA POWERLUNCH with Comptroller Scanlon Tuesday, April 18th 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Artist Returns 30 Years Later to Restore New London's Whaling Wall
Chambers of Commerce partner to present Groton-Stonington Update April 28
CBIA Employee Updates as of 3.28.2023
Norwich Inn and Spa Seeking Vendors for Upcoming Bridal Show on April 30, 2023
Chelsea Groton Bank Hosted 17th Annual Money Madness Seminar
Aer Lingus Resumes Nonstop Service from Bradley International Airport to Dublin, Ireland Convenient and easy access to Ireland, UK and Europe is restored
United Way announces Emergency Food and Shelter Funding to local programs
Celebrate Easter With Mohegan Sun Holiday dining and retail specials are available on Sunday, April 9th
Mitchell College Adds New Academic Programs for In-demand Careers
Summer Splash After Hours at COMO Thrift Shop
Inaugural Student United Way cohort celebrates conclusion of program, the first of its kind in New England
2023 Connecticut Sun Play Big, Shop Small Program: A Free Promotional Program for Small Businesses
Lainey Wilson to Headline Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale Friday, March 24th
New Lyman Allen Exhibition Invites Viewers into the Hidden World of Insects
Child and Family Agency of SE CT is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Run/Walk on May 6th. Register Now!
Three Rivers Community College Diversity 365 Gallery hosts Exhibition #3 Now through April 17, 2023
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union Deposits are Safe, Sound, and Protected
SBA Deadline Approaching for Working Capital Disaster Loans in Rhode Island for Secretary of Agriculture Declaration for 2022 Drought
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AMA Dance Theatre Presents Sleeping Beauty at the Garde Arts Center AMA Dance Theater of Mystic will bring Marius Petipa’s ballet adaptation to the Garde Stage on March 31 and April 1 New London
Governor Lamont Announces $11.5 Million To Continue Connecticut’s Popular Summer Enrichment Program in 2023 and 2024
Chelsea Groton Bank to Host Career Fair at New London Branch
Connecticut Sun - Leadership Chalk Talk March 14th
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for 2023 Cabaret Fellows
2023 Scholarship Application Period Open
The Stonington Community Center, Inc (COMO) Announces the Retirement of Executive Director, Beth-Ann Stewart
Riverfront Children's Center Exceeds Expectations
Senator Blumenthal Announces $1.6 Million in Federal Funding for Two NPU Projects
The FLMA's Military Leave Provisions: Caregiver Leave for Non-Servicemember Employees
Boosting the Hiring of Military Spouses
Celebrating a New Class of Shipbuilders, and Continued Investment in Our Growing Workforce
A Morning Without Childcare: What Would You Do?
State Pier project reaches milestone – ‘Delivery Berth’ completed.
Eastern Regional Tourism District Announces Recipients of $70,000
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NBCUniversal and Women’s Business Development Council to Host Supplier Diversity Webinar for Diverse-Owned Businesses in Connecticut
6692: An Act Authorizing Certain Arts, Culture, and Tourism Grants.
Morin Associates share Medicare Part D CMS Notification Reminder
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Connecticut Offshore Wind Meet the Buyer Forum 2023
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center extends application period for 2023 Cabaret Junior Fellows
Phaeton Piano Trio to Perform Works by Haydn, Schumann, & Beethoven at Jorgensen on Mar 2nd at 7:30 pm
Governor Lamont Proposes Legislation To Reduce Health Care Costs
Black Maritime Excellence: Reclaiming Afro-Atlantic Dialogues, Saturday, February 25, 1:30-4:30pm Mystic Seaport Museum
New This Winter: Weekend Matinee Series at Lyme Art Association
Healthy PlanEat Highlighted in the World Wildlife Fund's Conservation Highlights of 2022
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SCORE Webinar: ''The ABCs of a Business Plan and Understanding a SWOT Analysis'' 3/9/23
NESS in the NEWS: US Sailing Names One Design, Adaptive, Training and Community Sailing Awardees
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut reveals new website
Press Release – New ECSO Executive Coordinator Announced
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Join the SECT Women's Network for ''Aging In Place'' Discussion with Denise Nott
New Lyman Allyn Photography Exhibition Explores How Children Live Around the World
CT Innovations launches $50M fund to invest in diverse companies
IRS announces special Saturday hours for face-to-face help; dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers open across the nation
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SUBASE Sailor recognized as January’s Service Person of the Month
Great White, Stryper, and Steven Adler of Guns ‘N Roses to Perform at Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale February 10th
Chelsea Groton Team Members Complete Leadership Programs and Earn Degrees, Diplomas and Certifications
CT's Employer Student Loan Repayment Program
Governor Lamont Announces Launch of New Online Platform Connecting All Connecticut Manufacturers and Suppliers in a Single Searchable Solution
Breeze Airways Kicks Off 2023 at Bradley International Airport with Three New Nonstops to Florida, Arizona and North Carolina
Hearts on Fire! Ice in the Village Makes its Return to Olde Mistick Village this February Enjoy live ice sculpture carving, 26 beautiful ice sculptures on display, as well as photo contests for all
ThayerMahan Protects Subsea Cables
United Way accepting applications for Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funding
My Dearest Darling: Letters of Love in Wartime by Lisa Franco Author Talk and Book Signing at the Submarine Force Museum
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Adds New Items to Tiffany Exhibition New London
Anthony A. Joyce, III, Named President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank; Additional 25 Employees Promoted
The Australian Pink Floyd Show to Shine at Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale Friday, February 3rd
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Celebrating Black History Month through the Power of Love By Comcast, TV One and NBC CT, Feb 16th
Graniteville Dental Solutions Now Accepting New Patients
HR and Employee Updates Courtesy as of 1.26.2023
NESS Summer Program Registration Opens on February 1
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for 2023 Cabaret Junior Fellows
Special Olympics Announces Penguin Plunge Events Happening Around the State Including Shoreline/Groton, March 5th
Fairview's Art of Chocolate Tasting Boxes on Sale Now
LVIV National Philanthropic Orchestra of Ukraine Visits UCONN Storrs for Feaured Performance at Jorgensen Center
HR & Employee Updates Courtesy of the CBIA Updated as of 1.23.2023
Eastern Regional Tourism District Accepting Marketing Grant Applications
UConn Avery Point celebrated the opening of its Husky Harvest food pantry on Wednesday,January 18th, one of four pantries to go online at each of UConn’s regional campuses.
MyCTSavings is a retirement savings program offered from the Comptroller’s office that provides small businesses with an opportunity to offer a retirement savings plan for their employees
Mystic Aquarium Celebrates Federal Funding for Blue Economy Workforce Development Initiative
Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook to Host Ultimate Football Viewing Party on Sunday, February 12th
Morin Associates shares HHS Extends Public Health Emergency until April 11
Pfizer Connecticut Opens Calls for 2023 Community Grants
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for the 2023 Young Playwrights Festival
DOD Now Accepting Applications for New Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot
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IRS sets Jan. 23 as official start to 2023 tax filing season; more help available for taxpayers this year
CBIA HR & Employee Updates as of January 18, 2023
The Women’s Business Development Council is offering grants of up to $10,000 to qualified women-owned small businesses in Connecticut
Charter Oak Awards Over $815,000 to Members in Annual Bonuses Total Gold Rewards Payout to Members Is Over $6.5 Million Since Unique Program Began in 2010
Kyle J. Zrenda Elected Director of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law
BalletX brings explosive, breathtaking choreography to Jorgensen dance stage February 2nd
Governor Lamont Introduces Energy Action Plan Highlighting Help With Energy Affordability
Mystic Market Kitchen & Eatery kicks off their 30 year anniversary celebration with honoring it’s loyal customers by offering fun new prizes and discounts all year long.
BEER'D Brewing Co & Kind Folk Records Presents Snow Moon Festival Featuring Will Evans on February 18th at the Velvet Mill
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for the 2023 National Puppetry Conference
CorePlus Announces New Chair
Having trouble paying your energy bill? Eversource provides free Webinars in English and Spanish Jan 12 & 26
Dane Cook Returns to Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale Friday, January 13th
NAMI SECT, The National Alliance for Mental Illness Southeast CT, has volunteer positions available
American Red Cross Announces Upcoming Blood Drives in Eastern Connecticut
Connecticut Department of Agriculture Announces CT Grown 4 Kids Grant Recipients
IRS Updates and Frequently Asked Questions for 2023 Tax Season
Buon Appetito Ristorante & Pizzeria Raises $10,260 for fallen police officers from the Bristol Police Department
Ashley Farnham has been promoted to the position of Executive Director of Community Vocational Services, Inc.
Florence Griswold Museum Announces Executive Director Joshua Campbell Torrance
CBIA: HR & Employee Updates
Become a board member of Homes by Grace
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SCORE of Eastern CT Presents a New Free Webinar: Leverage LinkedIn to Grow Your Business
Mitchell College Strives to be a Movement
NESS & NOAA Launch B-Wet Tacklebox: Free Resources for Education Professionals
Three Rivers Community College 60th Pinning Ceremony Celebrates 45 Nursing Student Graduates
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Wireless Zone of Groton Presents $10,000 Check to Always Home
Before toasting the new year, taxpayers should review this to-do list
New Nonstop Service to Jamaica Takes Off from Bradley International Airport Spirit Airlines Inaugurates Flight to Montego Bay
Restaurant Week at Mohegan Sun Returns January 22nd – 26th Mohegan Sun’s most popular restaurants are ready to dish up mouthwatering dining specials all week long!
Women & Girls Funds Award Nearly $300,000 In 2022 Grants
Safe Futures Announces New Leadership on Board of Directors Attorney Gregory Massad named president, Laura Mooney, vice president
Boats for Vets Free Training Program Hosted by Electric Boat
New Havener Alexandra Daum Selected as Commissioner of Connecticut’s Department of Economic and Community Development
TVCCA joins Meals on Wheels America and Subaru of America, Inc. in Sharing the Love this Holiday Season
United Way offering free matched savings program
CT Community College Artists Explore Diversity in Three Rivers “Exhibition 2”
HR & Employee Updates, Courtesy of CBIA
Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region (SeCTer) in partnership with Revolution Wind, DECD, and AdvanceCT are excited to announce Connecticut's first-ever Foundation 2 Blade offshore wind industry
?ECSO Seeks Full -Time Executive Coordinator
This December, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra musicians are venturing out beyond the Garde Arts Center main stage.
Local Red Cross Blood Drive Locations for month of December
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Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation hosts in person 37th Holiday Gala with Live and Silent Auction on Friday, December 16, 2022 after being virtual for 2 years
The Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center will host five free, drive-thru Mobile Pantries in the month of December.
Human Resources News and Employee Updates Courtesy of CBIA
Kenny Chesney Returns to Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets on sale Friday, December 2nd
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Cultural Coalition Hosts THRIVE! Conference on December 6 for Eastern CT's Arts & Cultural Community
Hard Rock Cafe celebrates the holidays with their first ever tree lighting ceremony on December 7, 6pm-8pm
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Announces Social Service Award Winners
Ring In 2023 With an Endless Midnight at Mohegan Sun
Registration and volunteer shifts now open for 2022 Tommy Toy Fund
New United for ALICE report focuses on Veterans
The Boston Pops on Tour, Led by Conductor Keith Lockhart, Bring a Broad Spectrum of Seasonal Music to the 2022 ''Holiday Pops'' Concert at Uconn's Jorgensen Center
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Member Jean Swift has been appointed to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee (TTAC)
Soroptimist CT Shoreline and Theodora Africa bring you a free online presentation titled “From Sex Worker to Empowered Entrepreneur”.
Workforce Development and Community Education Open House Set for November 10th
Join us for our Alewife Cove Conservancy's Annual Benefit Bash on November 12th at Ocean Beach Park
CT State Small Business Seminars Free seminars for small business owners to help you build your business! Virtual or In-person Seminars run from October through December
Project Oceanology leads program for Fairview residents through generous grant from the Rotary Club of Groton
United Way offering five free mobile food pantries in November
Throw your Holiday Party in our Axe Lounge at Supercharged this Season
Chelsea Groton Bank Unveils Reinvented Niantic Branch with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
SBA Connecticut Announces Veteran Business Expo November 2nd
Stone Soup ~ Farm to Table Dinner ~ Saturday, November 5th @ Country-Wellness Event Space
Always Home Welcomes New Board Members
NESS to Host Annual Benefit on November 5th
Garde Arts Center, Bank Square Books, and Title IX: A Bookstore present Barkley: A Biography Author Talk A free event with author Timothy Bella in conversation with Jeff Benedict at the Garde Arts Cen
The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band’s Trouble Is… 25th Anniversary Tour comes to New London The accomplished blues-infused rock n’ roll guitarist is to perform at the Garde Arts Center March 26, 2023
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Music Matters: Brahms & Dvorák for Two Saturday, November 12 at 5pm
Celebrating its 52nd Season, Internationally Renowned Garth Fagan Dance Comes to UConn’s Jorgensen Center Sat, Nov 12, 2022, 8 pm
L+M Healthcare President and CEO receives national award
In eastern CT, Electric Boat military contracts launch economic boom
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Comcast Increasing Internet Speeds and Launches New 2 Gig Speed Tier Across the Northeast
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SCORE Presents: UPCOMING LIVE WEBINAR! Website Planning 101: Take Your First Step to Website Success! Thursday, November 17 / 2:00-3:30 pm EST
Breeze Airways to Expand at Bradley International Airport in 2023
Quinn & Hary Marketing Growing with Two New Additions
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Announces Partnership with WONDR NATION
First-Ever Apple Fest at Olde Mistick Village Oct. 22nd & 23
Garde Arts Center and Goodspeed Musicals Celebrate Christmas in Connecticut
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Shows Strength in Numbers
19th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest at Mohegan Sun Returns on January 26th
Fairview Opens New Outpatient Rehabilitation Gym
NESS Hosts Free, Virtual Experiential Learning Workshop for Educational Professionals
6 Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Named to 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars List
Hope in Focus is excited to bring back Dinner in the Dark on Saturday, October 22, at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa in Groton.
Healthy PlanEat Featured In The Hartford Courant
Groton-New London Airport's fall exhibit 'A Day At The Airport: A Photography Exhibition by students of The Williams School' on view now
Reels 101 A Night to Learn and Create
Mystic Museum of Arts (MMoA) Presents 100 Years of the Mystic River and the Bascule Bridge October 7-December 18
8th Annual Benefit for Veterans and Active-Duty Military Returns to the Uncas Ballroom on November 11th; Opening Ceremony to include Special Appearance by Robert Irvine
Help your neighbors in need stay warm this winter
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Groton-New London Airport's fall exhibit 'A Day At The Airport: A Photography Exhibition by students of The Williams School' on view now
Governor Lamont Announces Increase in Food Assistance for Connecticut Residents Beginning October 1
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for the 2023 National Music Theater Conference
United Way hosting five free Mobile Food Pantry stops in October
Help Us Build A Monument: USS GROTON Sail Foundation
Appalon Musagete Quartet Joined by Pianist Garrick Ohlsson for Afternoon of Schubert & Shostakovich at Jorgensen Center
Compete in a Quarterback Challenge at the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook Combine
Chelsea Groton Bank Named Top Workplace for 7th Straight Year
Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month: SBA Hosts Armchair Discussion on Increasing Opportunities for Hispanic-Owned Small Businesses
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Artreach's Music Heals Coffeehouse Returns with All-Beatles Program on September 30th & October 1st
Higher Edge Holding Annual Golf Tournament
Destroy Documents and Declutter at Chelsea Groton Community Shred Days Bank to host four free, secure, and safe shred and recycling events this Fall
2022 Spirit of Pink Charity Mixer October 13 at Great Neck Country Club
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Announces Record Scholarship Awards
Student United Way accepting applications
Davis-Standard Hosts On-Site Job Fair on Pawcatuck, Ct on Saturday, September 24, 2022 9am-12pm
Registration Open for the 45th Annual Jack O’Keefe Memorial Strides Road Race
SBA Presents Access to Capital, Counseling & Credit Webinar - Wednesday, September 21 6-7pm
Dime Bank receives United Way's highest honor at Celebration event
Choose Lights Instead of Frights: A Celebration of Halloween with Dinosaurs & Mythical Creatures
Equinor Beacon Wind 1- CT Informational Event Mon, Oct 3, 2022 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Whale Tail Driftwood Grand Opening September 24 in Niantic
Sound Community Services Opens New Young Adult Residential Program With a Ribbon Cutting on September 28
Mitchell College Joins Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Mitchell College Welcomes New Trustees
Submarine Force Library and Museum Association Presents 2nd Annual Golf Tournament on October 13
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SCORE to Host Free Webinar on “How to Start & Run a Successful Non-Profit Organization” October 11
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center now accepting applications for the 2023 National Playwrights Conference
S&P Global Ratings Upgrades Bradley International Airport’s Revenue Bond Rating to “A+”
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Safe Futures Hosts Private Dining Experience at Filomena's on September 15 from 5pm-9pm
Sound Community Services Opens New Young Adult Residential Program
Grantmakers to discuss Arts & Culture funding at online forum hosted by the Cultural Coalition September 27th
Lids Opens Two Locations at Mohegan Sun
Chelsea Groton Bank CEO B. Michael Rauh Jr. Set to Retire End of Year; Anthony A. Joyce III, Current EVP, Chief Operating Officer to Take Helm
United Way Holding Second Annual Benefit Cornhole Tournament
Art Supply Expo at Lyme Art Association October 8th, 2022 from 10 am – 3 pm
New Nonstop Service to Las Vegas Takes Off at Bradley International Airport Now Available from just $69 one way with Breeze Airways
Garde Arts Center Presents HBO’s ‘I Know This Much is True’ Series in New London Wally Lamb, Mark Ruffalo, and Derek Cianfrance to host over 3 nights
UCFS Invites You To A Job & Career Fair Tuesday September 13th
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SCORE Southeastern CT to Host Free Webinar On ''The ABCs of a Business Plan and Understanding a SWOT Analysis” Sponsored by Essex Savings Bank
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Music Matters: New England Folk Quartet 'Tracing Traditions' ~ Old Tunes & Ballads from Ireland & North America Friday, September 30 at 7pm
United Way Hosting Five Mobile Food Pantries in September
Fairview Honors C. Wallace Andrias, MD & Chelsea Groton Bank at Inspired Lives Gala on October 7, 2022
SBA Connecticut District Office Seeks Nominations for National Small Business Week 2023
News Release: Fairview Is Grateful To Chelsea Groton Foundation For $5,000 Grant
Governor Lamont and Spirit Airlines Announce New Nonstop Service to Jamaica From Bradley International Airport
Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival Returns Again to New London
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SCORE Presents Free 2-Webinar Series on QuickBooks Tuesday, Sept. 27 & Thursday, September 29, 2022 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that Isabel V. Del Vecchio and Rochelle C. Duyan have recently joined the firm.
Governor Lamont Announces U.S. Department of Agriculture Designates New London and Windham Counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas Due to Drought Posted on August 26, 2022
Equinor Announces Public Affairs Team for US Offshore Wind Projects. Team of government relations, communications, and community outreach professionals will lead on-the-ground stakeholder engagement
The Overdose Action Team/NLC CARES Team Will Observe International Overdose Awareness Day on Wednesday, August 31. This yea
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center welcomes new musical Azul to campus for development
TVCCA Can Assist With Overdue Energy Bills
MADD About LOCASH Benefit Concert Hits Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den on October 1st
Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) Ends Blockbuster Summer with An Evening with Abigail Rockwell
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SCORE: Free Webinar: Digital Impact - Online & Offline Tactics for Measuring Your Investment in Digital Advertising Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Thames River Heritage: Help Launch the 3rd Water Taxi
7 Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Named to 2023 Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch® Lists
Chelsea Groton Bank to Host Career Fair at Westside Branch
Jazz & Cocktails at the Knick Sponsored by Grey Sail Brewing (Women owned & Women run) Music with Alexus Lee No Cover! Thursday, August 25 6-8p | Free
Foxwoods Presents Robert Plant & Alison Krauss With Special Guest JD Mcpherson on September 10, 2022 at 8pm
Governor Lamont, Congressional Delegation Announce Connecticut Receives $85.2 Million in Federal Grants for Rail Improvements on the Northeast Corridor
Small Business Resources Growing & Supporting Black Business in Connecticut Virtual Information Session
New Youth Programs, Classes, and Workshops Offered at the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts
Governor Lamont Announces Commencement of CareerConneCT, a Holistic Approach To Help Workers Impacted by COVID-19 Through Job Training Programs
Free Yoga at the Museum at Florence Griswold Museum Sundays, through August 28 from 11am to 12:30pm
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut’s Second Sales Tax-Free Week of the Year Starts August 21
Curaleaf Hosts 2nd Anniversary Event with Food Trucks and Local Vendors, Saturday, August 20, 2022 12pm-5pm
UCONN's Jorgensen Center For the Performing Arts Announces Fall 2022 Season Featuring Multiple Celebrations
South Eastern Connecticut Clothing Swap August 21st from 2 pm- 5pm at the Garde
Mitchell College and New London Public Schools Sign Dual-Enrollment Partnership Agreement
Morin Associates LLC Shared Further Guidance Issued on Contraceptive Coverage
Carolyn Welch and Rich Balestracci to Assume New Commercial Lending Leadership Roles at Chelsea Groton Bank
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Nature Center Hosts Green-Tie Celebration to Support Wildlife Rehab Program
Homeschooling at Spark Makerspace
Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Awards Robert Pare Scholarship to Two Local Students
Waterford Announces Small Business Grant Program
Al Foreman, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Tuatara Capital to address the inaugural CT Cannabis Conference & Expo: The Business Of Cannabis
The Business of Cannabis CT Cannabis Conference & Expo: Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | The Aqua Turf, Plantsville, CT
Car Show for a Cause: Hosted by Groton Regency Complete Care
U.S. Small Business Administration: COVID EIDL Key Points for Borrowers
Lauren Vincent Promoted to Assistant Secretary, Small Business Loan Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank
“Cheers to 40 Years” Dinner & Fundraiser to benefit Martin House Friday ,September 16, 2022 6:00PM The Spa at Norwich Inn
Chamber Foundation Awards Scholarship to Local Recipient
United Way offering free mobile food pantry stops in August
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ConnectiCare Brings New Virtual Primary Care Program to Members
Mohegan Sun’s Annual BrewFest Returns Saturday, October 8th inside Earth Expo & Convention Center
Biden-Harris Administration Awards Record-Breaking $154.2 Billion in Contracting to Small Businesses Highlights: One Million Small Business Jobs Created, Small Disadvantaged Business Goal Achieved
Wireless Zone Hosts 10th Annual Backpack Giveaway On July 31
Governor Lamont Announces New $150 Million Loan Program for Connecticut Small Businesses and Nonprofits Public-Private Partnership Will Support Organizations in Historically Underserved Communities
Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Announces 2022 Beech Party Performers: Purchase Your Ticket Today
New Mandatory Preventive Items and Services 2022 Updates
Art At The Airport's summer exhibit 'Coming Out for Art' on view now at Groton-New London Airport
Chelsea Groton Bank Breaks Ground at Groton Headquarters
Better Together CT Inc Farm & Sanctuary Will Host Annual Hempstock Music Festival in North Stonington, CT on August 6, 2022
Mudheads Partner with Always Home to Prevent Family Homelessness
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Welcomes Arts Writers for Annual National Critics Institute
United Way elects Ornet Hines of Liberty Bank to Board of Directors
New London's Garde Arts Center Honored At League Of Historic American Theatres 2022 National Conference; Community Award-Sharing Ceremony To Be Held August 25
Internal Revenue Service and Federal Trade Commission presents: Scams, Tax Related Identity Theft and Identity Protection PIN
Join us at the Fighting The Great Resignation: Community Organization Job Fair
LLHD Director of Health Announces Retirement Plans
Charter Oak Names 'Best-In-State' Credit Union In Forbes Survey
Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $198,850 to 21 Organizations Throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut
New Ground Transportation Center Opens at Bradley International Airport
Chelsea Groton Bank To Participate in CHFA “Time To Own” Program
NESS Names New Board of Directors Members
National Music Theater Conference Begins Next Week
70 Years of Celebrating Community | COMO’s Annual Village Fair Offers Summer Fun for the Whole Family
CorePlus Names New Director
CorePlus Credit Union Appoints New Supervisory Committee Member
Go Over the Edge at Mohegan Sun for Special Olympics, September 2nd
Congratulations Chief Malerba, Recently Appointed As Treasurer of the United States of America
Elevate Organizational Value Across Eastern CT CEOs encouraged to participate in this gratis, online research survey beta test before July 31, 2022
Leadership Eastern CT Celebrates Graduation with Award Reception
CT Webinar on EV Charging for Municipal & Public Locations in CT on Tuesday, Jul 12, 2022 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
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ConnectiCare Centers Recognized with International Customer Service Awards: Connecticut health plan wins two Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service
Bradley International Airport Cuts the Ribbon on New Ground Transportation Center Facility to Open to the Public in July
Children Visit Mystic Museum of Art for Free this Summer Funding Provided by a Grant from CT Humanities
Chelsea Groton Bank Awarded on the Forbes Best-In-State Banks 2022 List
United Way Announces Funding to Local Nonprofits
Mohegan Sun Launches new Campaign “All in for Mohegan”
Mitchell College Names Business Operations Manager
Alexis Kahn Named to ICBA Independent Banker’s 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders List
Michael Hawes Joins Chelsea Groton Bank As AVP, Commercial Loan Officer
NESS Recognizes Young Artists From Across CT
TVCCA Seeking 30 Volunteers by August 1st in Partnership With Americorps
Mitchell College Welcomes Interim Vice President of Enrollment
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Building Trust Since 1854
Three Rivers Community College Holds Enroll in a Day with a Preview Session July 9, 2022, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Three Rivers College Foundation Honors Board Member Christopher Jewell
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Make Music Day Southeastern CT Announces Schedule of Free, Live Performances on June 21
The Chelsea Groton Foundation Awards $289K in Grants to Area Non-Profits
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Launches 8 Week Entrepreneur Academy Starting July 14th
Community Foundation Announces Over $200,00 In Inaugural Grants From The Fund For Racial Justice
Connecticut Sun Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Title IX Uncasville, CT
Join Us for Our Upcoming North Shore Community Meeting, to be held virtually on Zoom on Wednesday, June 22nd, from 6 – 8PM.
Four Million Hard-Hit Businesses Approved for Nearly $390 Billion in COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loans
NESS Kicks Off Summer With Free Community Event
Celebrating Pride Month: SBA Hosts Live Webinar Panel on Increasing Opportunities for LGBTQI+ Small Business Owners
Chelsea Groton Bank Hosted 16th Annual Money Madness Seminar
Stonington COMO Awards $62,950 in 2022 College Scholarships
Charter Oak Awards $94,000 In Scholarships
Bradley International Airport Kicks Off Summer Travel with New Nonstop and Travel Tips
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Yoga In Our City Launches 10th Season in Parks Across Connecticut
Tickets on sale for Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s 58th Summer Season
Three Rivers College Foundation Receives $28,000 in Grants from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Breeze Airways Marks First Anniversary, Launches 7 New Routes at Bradley International Airport
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Southeastern CT's fifth Make Music Day has 60+ music performances in the works for June 21
Chelsea Groton Bank to Host Career Fair at Westside Branch
United Way Offers Five Mobile Food Pantries in June
Degrees and Certificates Awarded at Three Rivers Community College Commencement
The Arc ECT’s Fundraising Golf Tournament to be Held June 17
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Receives Responsible Gambling Grants
Chelsea Groton Bank Announces New Peak Time Career Opportunities
Centreville Bank’s Harold Horvat Reelected to Massachusetts Bankers Association Board of Directors
U.S. Energy Secretary Granholm Praises Progress on State Pier as Future Offshore Wind Turbine Staging and Assembly Facility
South East CT Community Center of the Blind Hosts Ribbon Cutting and Open House Wednesday, June 1, from 4 PM to 6 PM 75R Granit Street New London, CT 06320
SBA Administrator Guzman to Visit Las Vegas to meet with Local Leaders and Small Businesses
SBA Veterans Small Business Advisory Committees Set to Host Virtual Public Meetings June 1-2 New Chairperson selected to lead the Advisory Committee, focused on outlining progress made in support of
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WellSpark Teams Up With Mental Health Connecticut to Bring Mental Health First Aid to WellSpark Customers
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces full 58th Summer Season
UCONN’S JORGENSEN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS SPECIAL LATIN DANCE CABARET CELEBRATING 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF PUERTO RICAN/LATIN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER
SBA’s Elevating Small Business Series Webinar: Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month
Chelsea Groton Bank to Kickoff Construction of Updated Headquarters-Company Hopes to be at the Forefront of a New, Revitalized Groton Town Center
The Women’s Business Development Council is offering grants of up to $10,000 to qualified women-owned small businesses in Connecticut
Wireless Zone Gives-10th Annual Backpack Giveaway
ACE HARDWARE WATERFORD IS CELEBRATING IT’S 1 YEAR ANNIVERSAY FREE GRILL GIVEAWAY, EXCLUSIVE SALES, & OTHER PRIZES FREE FOOD SAMPLES 5/28 11-2 ACE HARDWARE HONORS FALLEN HEROES WITH 1 MILLION AMERICAN
GHADA Foundation Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s Micro-Enterprise
The Arc Eastern Connecticut Receives Donation from AHEPA
Three Rivers Community College to Hold Commencement on Wednesday, May 25
Community Foundation committed to Addressing Inequities through Grantmaking
New England Science & Sailing Foundation Announces Leadership Changes
Ledge Light Health District Offers COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics at Senior Centers
Comcast Expands Network to Jewett City, CT
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ARPA Grant for Arts & Culture application is now open for Norwich, New London, Stonington
Is HR Optimizing or Restraining Your Organization? The Human Resource Consortium’s Innovative Research Study
Kawel B. LauBach joins The Human Resource Consortium, LLC as an HR & Organization Development Practice Leader and Executive Coach
New Series of Events Coming to novelle at Mohegan Sun
Kepple Recognized for Distinguished Service as Regional Probate Judge
Art At The Airport's spring exhibit ''You Are Everything!'' begins April 6 at Groton-New London Airport
Dime Bank and UCFS Healthcare to receive ‘Military Community Support’ Award
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut Announces its 71st Annual Citizen of the Year
Two local Businessmen Donate Storefront to Safe Futures
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center’s Farm Benefits the Gemma Moran Food Pantry
Foxwoods Resort Casino celebrates its 30th Anniversary
Eastern Regional Tourism District selects six recipients for marketing grant
Norwich Community Development Corporation Open Application for Norwich Revitalization Program
Bill Memorial Library Receives CT Cultural Fund Operating Support Grant from CT Humanities
Nancy A. Thomas of Oakdale recently elected to the Norwich Arts Center’s Board of Directors
Thames River Heritage Park to sponsor inaugural Docent Academy
Three Rivers Community College presents Diversity 365 Gallery “Exhibition #1 running through April
IRS: Get Ready for Filing Season!
Free Valentine's Day Wedding Ceremonies at Olde Mistick Village
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center now accepting scripts for 17th annual Young Playwrights Festival
Liberty Bank Accepting Applications For Donald B. Wilbur Scholarship
Patrick L. Green, FACHE, Elected to Chelsea Groton Board of Trustees
NESS Summer Camp Registration Opens on Feb. 1
Pfizer Connecticut Labs Opens Call for 2022 Community Grants
SBA will Award $3M in Grants to Help States, Entrepreneurs Combat Rise in Cyber Attacks and Threats
ECSO Postpones Jan. 22 Symphony Concert
Mystic Seaport Museum Receives $519,999 in Grant Awards from Connecticut Humanities
Nancy D. Butler presented the 2021 'Woman of The Year' by The Southeastern Connecticut Women’s Network
Robert Howard Jr., discusses the legacy of his father's death in Vietnam
Centreville Bank Announces Addition of Two District Executives For Rhode Island and Connecticut
Report Highlights Business Opportunities Presented by Offshore Wind
SCORE of Southeastern Connecticut Presents a 3-Part Webinar Series on Small Business Selling
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation announces the Cancelation of their Holiday Gala
CHARTER OAK’S ‘MATCHING GIFTS’ DONATES $400,000 TO CHARITIES
Niantic Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk to Benefit the Brian Dagle Foundation
Lancer Hospitality to Become Primary Food & Beverage Operator for Mystic Seaport Museum
Major Exhibition Explores the Lives and Art of Pioneering Sisters from New London at Lyman Allyn Art
Dayne Rugh named new director of Slater Memorial Museum
Sofia Sees Hope Rebrands with New Name, Same Mission: Hope in Focus Reflects NPO’s Global Impact
DoorDash Connecticut Overview and Services
SB127: An Act Concerning the Sale of Electric Vehicles in the State
SB 884: An Act Reducing Transportation Related Carbon Emissions
SB 430: An Act Concerning Regional Tourism District Boards of Directors
HB 6447 An Act Creating the Covered Connecticut Program to Expand Access to Affordable Healthcare
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
HB 6468 An Act Concerning Incentives for Qualified Data Centers to Locate in the State
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
Letter of Support for State Pier DEEP Application
Eversource Offers Incentives for Commercial Customers that Store and Refrigerate COVID-19 Vaccines
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
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