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Groton Parks & Rec to Host Entertainm...
Monday, July 19, 2021
Groton Parks & Rec to Host Entertainment Showcase

Preview talent and network with peers at the Groton Parks and Recreation Entertainment Showcase, August 6, 9am-3pm.  Find entertainment for fairs, festivals, special events, holiday parties and community entertainment. $35 includes breakfast and lunch.See the flyer to learn more.Download the registration flyer.

Town of Groton
DPH Celebrates GU’s Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 Completion
Thursday, December 03, 2020
DPH Celebrates GU’s Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 Completion

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

Groton Utilities
2020 Census: Groton Complete Count Committee AnswersFAQs
Monday, April 27, 2020
2020 Census: Groton Complete Count Committee AnswersFAQs

It’s ESSENTIAL that you fill out the CENSUS for your household!!It’s EASY:  You can do it by mail, you can do it online, or you can do it by telephone!It’s FAST:  Takes less than 10 minutes!It’s IMPORTANT:  A complete count determines the amount of federal money we get back from paying our taxes in the form of services, support, programs, and business development. A complete count also determines our level of political representation and the size and shape of our legislative districts.It’s SECURE:  Your

Town of Groton
New TVCCA Veterans' Coffeehouse to Open in Montville
Thursday, March 05, 2020
New TVCCA Veterans' Coffeehouse to Open in Montville

TVCCA’s RSVP Veterans’ Coffeehouse is partnering with the Montville Senior Center to add a new gathering place for local veterans.  The first meeting will be held Wednesday, March 11 from 9am to 11am. The Coffeehouse is scheduled to meet on the second Wednesday of each month. The Veterans’ Coffeehouse is a comfortable location for ALL veterans and their spouses to socialize and receive information regarding veterans’ benefits and services.   WHO:          The Coffeehouse welcomes all veterans and their

Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc. (TVCCA)
Special CT Maritime Festival Water Taxi Schedule and New Thames River Heritage Park Boat Tour
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Special CT Maritime Festival Water Taxi Schedule and New Thames River Heritage Park Boat Tour

The Thames River Heritage Park will offer a special schedule for the hop-on hop-off water taxi service on Saturday, September 14  and Sunday, September 15, during the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival being held at Fort Trumbull and City Pier in New London. The Water Taxi will operate continuous express water taxi service between Fort Trumbull and City Pier in New London and between Fort Trumbull and Thames River Landing in Groton from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Water Taxi will operate on a regular

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Pfizer Awards Community Grants in Connecticut and Rhode Island
Friday, June 07, 2019
Pfizer Awards Community Grants in Connecticut and Rhode Island

Pfizer’s Groton Laboratories and the Clinical Research Unit, New Haven will support more than 60 programs in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island through its 2019 competitive grants program. Priority was given to programs that bring science and math to students from elementary through high school. Additional awards were made for programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic and cultural institutions. Groups receiving support in 2019

Pfizer Global Research and Development
Thames River Heritage Park Awarded 'B...
Monday, August 27, 2018
Thames River Heritage Park Awarded 'Best Historical Attraction' by CT Magazine

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park has been awarded “Best Historical Attraction” in the state by CT Magazine.   The Park is a collection of national and historic sites along two shores of the Thames River linked by a water taxi that tell the stories that shaped our nation and our region during the past 400 years.   “We are thrilled that such a well-respected and well-read publication has chosen the Park for this award out of all the historical attractions in the state. It is quite an honor

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi...
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi Offering $5 Rides Aug 19 After 6pm

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi is offering another evening of $5 round trip rides this Sunday, August 19th, from 6 pm until the last boat leaves City Pier to Thames River Landing in Groton at 8:40 pm.   “The Five After Six promotion to encourage more riders to use the water taxi to enjoy dinner and evening activities in downtown New London was an overwhelming success when we launched it on August 5th, so it made sense to bring it back,” says Thames River Heritage Park Executive

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi...
Wednesday, August 01, 2018
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi Offering $5 Round Trip Rides on Aug 5

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi is offering $5 round trip rides this Sunday only, August 5th, from 6 pm until the last boat leaves City Pier to Thames River Landing in Groton at 9:20 pm.   This Five After Six promotion is to encourage more riders to use the water taxi to enjoy dinner and evening activities in downtown New London. “Although our ridership is up significantly as compared to last year, Sunday evenings are not as busy as we’d like to see,” says Thames River Heritage

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Clicks and Bricks: Social Media for S...
Monday, June 11, 2018
Clicks and Bricks: Social Media for Small Businesses Seminar Set for June 19

Groton, CT – Ignite, a program of Thames River Innovation Place, and the Town of Groton’s Economic Development office will co-host Clicks & Bricks: Social Media for Small Businesses and Startups on Tuesday, June 19th. The special small business education seminar will feature Maria Miranda from Miranda Creative and John Michael Coronado from Incredible Weight Loss Center. The event will be held from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at The Innovation Commons located at 93 Shennecossett Road in Groton, CT. For more information

Thames River Innovation Place
Innovation Commons to Host BioCT's 3r...
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Innovation Commons to Host BioCT's 3rd Annual Summer Kick-Off

BioCT will host its 3rd Annual Summer Kick-Off on Tuesday, June 12th at the Innovation Commons. The outdoor event is an opportunity for those in science and technology as well as local innovators and community members to network while enjoying food, drink and live music. The event will begin with the opening of the STE[A]M art exhibit indoors at The Innovation Commons from 4:00-5:00 pm, and then move outdoors from 5:00-7:00 pm. The Innovation Commons is located at 93 Shennecossett Road in Groton, CT.

BioCT Innovation Commons
Pfizer Announces Community Grants for 2018
Friday, May 18, 2018
Pfizer Announces Community Grants for 2018

Pfizer’s Groton Laboratories and the Clinical Research Unit, New Haven will support more than 60 programs in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island through its 2018 competitive grants program. Priority was given to programs that bring science and math to students from elementary through high school. Additional awards were made for programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic and cultural institutions. Groups receiving support in 2018

Pfizer Global Research and Development
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi...
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi Launches with New Later Hours

New London, CT – Launching for the season on Friday, May 25, 2018, the Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi will be extending its operating hours on Friday and Saturday nights to accommodate riders crossing the river for dinner and evening events. The new hours are Friday noon to 10 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 10 PM. and Sunday and holidays 10 .AM. to 9 PM through September 16, 2018.   In addition, service to Fort Trumbull will stop at 7 p.m. and will run between City Pier and Thames River Landing every twenty

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Take a Hike This June to Learn About ...
Wednesday, May 09, 2018
Take a Hike This June to Learn About Thames River History, Ecology

Registration is now open for the Thames River Quest, a free, three-part, treasure hunt-style educational hike for all ages created by Connecticut Sea Grant and the Thames River Heritage Park as a new, unique offering for Connecticut Trails Day on June 2. “This Quest is a shining example of our local communities and organizations working together and taking advantage of the creative talent and resources we have right here to provide a memorable and inclusive park experience,” said Amy Perry, executive

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Town of Groton Launches Business Assi...
Tuesday, December 05, 2017
Town of Groton Launches Business Assistance Website to Attract Investors, Businesses, and Residents

Groton, CT – The newly-created Groton economic development website offers a full suite of business assistance resources and comprehensive business information. Investors, businesses and new residents can visit ExploreMoreGroton.com to access the available assets. Groton economic developers want to attract new businesses, entrepreneurs and residents to participate in the success of Groton. Known as the “Submarine Capitol of the World” and for perfecting penicillin and vitamin C, Groton’s success has been

Town of Groton Economic Development
Business Express: David McBride Named...
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Business Express: David McBride Named Executive Director of Thames River Innovation Partners

On October 4, 2017, the Thames River Innovation Partners (TRIP) announced David McBride as its new Executive Director. TRIP was founded as an unprecedented alliance between the public sector, private enterprise, and nonprofits to build prosperity throughout the Thames River region. Its partners include the City of New London, City of Groton, Town of Groton, CURE Innovation Commons, Spark Makerspace, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, and the University of Connecticut.   “It’s an honor to take

Meet David McBride, Executive Directo...
Wednesday, October 04, 2017
Meet David McBride, Executive Director of the Thames River Innovation Partners

New London, CT – Today, the Thames River Innovation Partners (TRIP) announced David McBride as its new Executive Director. TRIP was founded as an unprecedented alliance between the public sector, private enterprise, and nonprofits to build prosperity throughout the Thames River region. Its partners include the City of New London, City of Groton, Town of Groton, CURE Innovation Commons, Spark Makerspace, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, and the University of Connecticut.   “It’s an honor to

Amy Perry Named Executive Director of...
Friday, September 22, 2017
Amy Perry Named Executive Director of Thames River Heritage Park

New London, CT –The Thames River Heritage Park has named Amy Perry as Executive Director. Perry had previously been the Park’s Interim Executive Director and now assumes the position in a permanent capacity.  The Thames River Heritage Park is a collection of national and historic sites along both shores of the Thames River that tell the stories that shaped our nation. It is the only Heritage Park in Connecticut.   “Southeastern CT is rich with history and the Thames River Heritage Park will play a

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Chelsea Groton Bank to Match Heritage...
Friday, May 19, 2017
Chelsea Groton Bank to Match Heritage Park Season Pass Sales

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park water taxi season passes are now available for purchase at ThamesRiveHeritagePark.org. For a limited time Chelsea Groton Bank will donate $20 to the Park for every season pass sold up to $1,000.  The season pass is an extraordinary deal. For $50, a season pass holder gets unlimited rides on the water taxi ‑ all days, all season   Now in its second season the water taxis will begin operation Friday, May 26, 2017.  The service connects Fort Trumbull in New

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Volunteer Ambassadors Needed for Tham...
Friday, May 19, 2017
Volunteer Ambassadors Needed for Thames River Heritage Park

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park is looking for volunteers who want to create positive and memorable experiences for visitors and residences who ride the Water Taxi and who visit the local heritage sites within the Park. Volunteers are needed Friday – Sunday beginning Memorial Day weekend through mid-September in 2- and 4-hour shifts between 10 a.m. and  6 p.m. Volunteers will be Park Ambassadors who will be stationed at the three Water Taxi landing sites in New London and Groton to provide

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Water Taxi Service on the Thames Rive...
Thursday, May 04, 2017
Water Taxi Service on the Thames River Begins May 26

New London, CT – The Thames River Heritage Park water taxi service on the Thames River will begin its second season of operation Friday, May 26, 2017.  The service connects Fort Trumbull in New London to the downtown New London Historic Waterfront District and Fort Griswold in Groton, and runs Friday through Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM. until September 17, 2017 . The water taxis are authentic Navy launches formerly used to transport servicemen and women from larger ships to shore. They are the central

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation
Attorney Eileen C. Duggan Elected Shareholder of the Largest Law Firm in Eastern Connecticut
Tuesday, November 01, 2016
Attorney Eileen C. Duggan Elected Shareholder of the Largest Law Firm in Eastern Connecticut

New London, CT – Firm shareholders Matthew E. Auger, James P. Berryman, Michael A. Blanchard, John A. Collins, III, and Jeffrey W. Hill recently elected Eileen C. Duggan as a Shareholder of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law.  She is the first woman to serve in this senior leadership role for the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut.   Eileen heads the firm’s Labor, Employment and Municipal Law Department.  She has served as the Town Attorney for the Town of Groton for 10 years, and recently became a

Suisman Shapiro Attorneys at Law
Tuesday, July 5th: ''Human Submarine'...
Monday, July 04, 2016
Tuesday, July 5th: ''Human Submarine'' Flash Mob vs Subase New London

At 5pm on July 5th at Groton's Fitch High School, All Navy sailors, civilians, families and community members are encouraged to participate in a free, family fun event. Before the softball fame, the community will create the largest "Human Submarine" made by a flash mob. While our Submarines may be made of steel, it is the people of the Southeast Connecticut who truly make up our Submarine culture and pride in our community. To honor those who design, build, and operate the world's most advanced Navy

Road Map to Entrepreneurship: Build, ...
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Road Map to Entrepreneurship: Build, Buy, or Franchise

A practical guide to evaluating business concepts from an owner’s perspective.  Date: Thursday, June 23, 2016 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Groton Public Library, Meeting Room 1, 52 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340 Free; there is no charge to attend. To register, e-mail Lauren at lpost@groton-ct.gov Join us as we discuss trending business strategies and hot concepts in today's marketplace and evaluate the three primary strategies behind business start-ups. Highlights include: Identifying trending

Town of Groton Economic Development
CT Submarine Century Lecture: ''Survi...
Friday, April 29, 2016
CT Submarine Century Lecture: ''Surviving BRAC'' May 4 in Groton

The libraries of eastern Connecticut present “Surviving BRAC” on May 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Academic Building on the campus of the University of Connecticut, Avery Point. BRAC, Base Realignment and Closure, is the congressionally authorized process the Department of Defense has used to reorganize its base structure to more efficiently and effectively support our forces, increase operational readiness and facilitate new ways of doing business.  Our panelists will take a look back to 2005 when Naval Submarine

Mystic Irish Parade Announces Award W...
Thursday, March 24, 2016
Mystic Irish Parade Announces Award Winners and Raffle Drawing

In celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day and the Mystic Irish Parade in year thirteen, thank you for joining us this parade day, with Irish spirit and tons of green!   The Mystic Irish Parade Foundation extends their sincerest thanks to the Southeastern Connecticut community for joining us in celebration of this Celtic Holiday. The parade would not be as grand as it is today without continued commitment from local business sponsorships and astounding community support.   A special appreciation for all of

Advanced Improvements Recognized as O...
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Advanced Improvements Recognized as One of Top 500 Remodelers in the Country

Mystic, CT – Each year Qualified Remodeler Magazine reviews thousands of applications for their Top 500 Remodeler Award.  The magazine has specific criteria and documentation that must be reviewed and approved by a Certified Public Accountant before the companies may be considered for the award.  For the third consecutive year, Advanced Improvements has been named one of the Top 500 Remodelers in the country and, more specifically, #3 in Connecticut.   Advanced Improvements is a Full Service General

The Advanced Group
March Marks Mystic Irish Parade Month
Friday, March 06, 2015
March Marks Mystic Irish Parade Month

March is Mystic Irish Parade Month! 2015 Parade features 12 pipe bands, 8 fife and drum bands, the Super Bowl Championship New England Patriot Mascot and Cheerleaders, 35 non-profit groups, fire and police persons from all over the state, media groups, and the usual marchers! As we gear up for our 12th Annual Parade, we would like to invite you to the following events that we have set up keep the celebration going all month long.   Mystic Irish Parade Dinner • March 7, 2015, 6pm Mystic Arts Center.

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