To advertise your business or organization in the November member marketplace and get premier placement for your company, contact David Huck at dhuck@waterburychamber.com or call 203-757-0701. Space is limited! $100 per ad (600 pixels wide by 200 pixels high.) | |
- Thursday, October 17 at 3 p.m. - Kanoon Restaurant - 91 Scott Road - Waterbury
- Friday, October 18 at 11 a.m. - Zen Leaf - 237 E. Aurora Street - Waterbury
Come out and help your fellow Chamber members come celebrate their special occasion!
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October 5: 28th Anniversary Celebration & Open House at Paparazzi Boutique in Watertown
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Paparazzi Boutique will celebrate its 28th anniversary with a day of festivities on Saturday, October 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. View their upcoming clothing collections and enjoy complimentary champagne and lite bites! | |
October 10: BMW 2025 X3 Showcase at BMW of Waterbury
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Enjoy this exclusive unveiling where you can be among the first to experience the ultimate compact premium SUV. | |
Upcoming Art Therapy Events at Artlighten in Watertown | |
October 11: Literacy Volunteers of Greater Waterbury Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser at Hawk Ridge Winery | |
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Are you concerned about providing health insurance for your employees? If you’re struggling to make sense of rising healthcare costs, we want to hear from you.
The Connecticut Office of Health Strategy, in partnership with the Department of Economic and Community Development, other state leadership and Chambers of Commerce, are asking for your input on a survey.
This survey will help us plan a November forum on how healthcare affordability impacts your company and employees.
We want to the know what healthcare issues matter most to you -- so we can include content that is of most interest at the November forum. (We will share aggregate results at the event and with others in state government.)
Please take a few minutes to complete it now. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and we hope you will join us in November! (Details to follow)
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November 6: "I Wrote That!" Author Series: Maria Sanchez | |
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Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 7:00 pm Maria Bruscino Sanchez will share her sweetest baking secrets at the Palace Theater. Sanchez is the owner of Sweet Maria’s, an award-winning cake and cookie shop in Waterbury. She describes herself as a bakery owner, sometime food writer, and an all-the-time food enthusiast. Since opening Sweet Maria’s in 1990, she has provided the area with delicious homestyle sweets and baking classes. The bakery has consistently won accolades from the Connecticut press, and beyond. She is the author of six cookbooks, all published by St. Martin’s Press. This event is made possible through the support of Timothy W. & Mary Ellen Rourke.
Tickets are $20 and are offered on a first come, first served basis as seating is limited. Tickets and more information are available at palacetheaterct.org or 203-346-2000.
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October 10: Waterbury Neighborhood Council Annual Awards Dinner; Honorees include Chamber CEO & President Lynn Ward | |
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The WNC 24th Annual Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at La Bella Vista, 380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury, CT, with cocktail hour (cash bar) 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by dinner and the awards 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A silent auction and raffles will take place during the evening. We expect over 300 people to attend, including many of our community, business, and municipal leaders and dignitaries.
Our success would be impossible without the participation of donors like you. Please take this opportunity to support the Waterbury Neighborhood Council Awards Dinner.
A donated item from your business for the Silent Auction and/or Raffle will help make this event a great success. We will be recognizing all donors the day of the event.
If you would like to place an advertisement in our book, please see attached pricing, specifications, and submission deadline information.
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Recipients of the 2024 Waterbury Neighborhood Council City Service Awards are:
Bouley Manor Neighborhood Association
Malta House of Care - Waterbury
Francine Nido
Police Pipes and Drums of Waterbury, CT
Fireman William Unwin
Lynn Ward
Recipient of the 2024 Waterbury Neighborhood Council Youth Achievement Award is:
Waterbury Youth Services, Inc.
Good Neighbor Awards will also be shared on behalf of our Waterbury neighborhoods
LaBellaVista
380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury
Cocktail Hour: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (cash bar)
Dinner and Awards Ceremony 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. -- Michael O’Connor, Master of Ceremonies
5-Course Dinner with wine at the table Silent Auction and Raffles Tickets - $50.00 per person
For Tickets: Contact Your Neighborhood Association
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Email or Call: Deborah Cronin at deborah.cronin@raveis.com or 203-597-7502
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October 17: CT District Exchange Clubs "Salute to CT Bravest" Annual Dinner Ceremony | |
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The CT District Exchange Clubs sponsor an annual ceremony called the “Salute to CT Bravest” recognizing outstanding Fire Fighters from numerous CT communities in which local Exchange Clubs are active. The event Is part of a program of service focusing on Fire Prevention. Fire Fighters are selected who represent high ideals and accomplishments in Fire Prevention. It is hoped that the recognition bestowed on these Fire Fighters will serve as an inspiration to those in the field to strive to similar ideals and thereby make a positive contribution to fire prevention activity to their communities.
On Thursday, October 17, the Exchange Club of Waterbury will be honoring Fire Driver Bret A. Reis at the annual dinner at the Aqua Turf Conference Center in Plantsville, CT. Bret was born in Waterbury, Ct. graduated from Walsh Elementary School and John F. Kennedy High School Class Of 1977. He was hired by the Waterbury Fire Department on July 7, 1987.
As his career moved forward, Fire Driver Reis is a now a 37-year veteran of the Waterbury Fire Department and is currently assigned with Engine Co. 11, where he continues to serve as one of Waterbury’s bravest.
Bret currently serves as the President of the Waterbury Firemen’s Aid Association. A firefighter benevolent group dedicated to helping one another. Bret also volunteers his time as a Director for the 100 Club of Connecticut. The 100 Club is an extraordinary organization that steps-up to help the family of firefighters, police officers and correction officers that have lost their lives in the line of duty. Bret is also extremely involved in other organizations within the Waterbury community.
For more information on attending the dinner, please contact Kathy Craig @ (203) 558-1467 or kcraig055@gmail.com. Dinner begins at 6:00 PM cocktail hour, dinner to follow. Cost of tickets are $50 per person.
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October 26: Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness | |
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month | |
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According to Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report, the median cost of a ransomware attack is $26,000. For a small business, this can be devastating.
Small businesses also face the hurdle of finding protection they can afford. On that front, the Global Cyber Alliance has a toolbox full of free and affordable tools you can put to good use. You can find the toolkit here https://gcatoolkit.org/smallbusiness/
In Bsquared Intel news, depending when this newsletter is published, I have a research project that’s out, or will be soon. It’s about a hidden network discovered on social media. You’ll get an inside look as to what Bsquared Intel does. If you like shows about digital forensics, have an interest in Information Security, or are interested in research, you can check it out by either signing up for the newsletter https://bsquaredintel.com/newsletter-signup/ or following us on Facebook and LinkedIn (@bsquaredintel on both platforms). You can also email me for a copy at bill@bsquaredintel.com
Bill Becker
President Bsquared Intel
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American Red Cross: Volunteers Urgently Needed for Disaster Response | |
October 19: St. Vincent DePaul Mission Annual Walk/Race | |
Join us on Saturday Morning, October 19th for the Walk in their footsteps -- Race for awareness, the annual event presented by St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury. Choose the 2.5-mile WALK or 5K RACE. The WALK route passes through the Thrift Store, Soup Kitchen/Food Pantry, and Shelter offering a first-hand look at the programs operated by the Mission of Waterbury in response to the reality of poverty experienced by many people in our community.
The event will be held at the Piazza in front of City Hall, 235 Grand Street in Waterbury.
The WALK is free for youth under 18 years of age and $10/adult. Race entry is $25. Walk Start Time is 10:00 a.m. and the Race Start Time is 11:00 a.m. The Awards Ceremony and Post Event Celebration is at Noon with complimentary hot dogs, ice cream & drinks for participants. For information and registration, visit www.svdpmission.org or contact Francine at fnido@SVDPmission.org.
About St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury, Inc.: For over 45 Years, SVDP, a 501(c)3 organization, has been providing programs and services to address the challenges faced by those experiencing poverty, homelessness, hunger and mental health issues in the 18 surrounding communities. The Mission offer services from facilities based in Waterbury including a Homeless Shelter, Thrift Store, Soup Kitchen/Food Pantry, Culinary Jobs Training Program, Group Home, Supervised Apartments and Supportive Housing.
Learn more at www.SVDPmission.org
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Winter Coat Drive: Acts 4 Ministry Share the Warmth Campaign | |
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The nights are getting colder. Which means it is time to kick off our Share the Warmth Campaign, and we need your help! After reviewing our inventory, we've identified a pressing need for winter coats of all sizes. We’re collecting donations of winter coats to ensure that our clients and their families stay warm this winter season.
Please drop off your donation Monday, Tuesday or Friday, 9:00AM -2:00PM @ 1713 Thomaston Ave. Waterbury. Or contact us at 203-574-2287 or info@acts4.org to arrange a time.
We value your support. Your generosity can make a real difference—please consider donating today!
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Quilts that Care, Inc. Upcoming Meetings & Fundraiser Oct. 17 | |
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Quilts that Care, Inc. will hold its annual fundraiser from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Village at East Farms, 180 Scott Road, Waterbury.
The event will feature emcee Chris Fortier – Morning Host, General Manager of WATR Radio, awards, a quilt raffle and a basket raffle. It will include hors d’oeuvres, desserts, wine, beer and soft drinks.
Tickets are $50. For tickets, call 860-782-1043
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Quilts that Care will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 3 and 17; from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26 and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at Quilts that Care headquarters, 130 Scott Road, Waterbury.
The group will also meet from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the Litchfield Community Center, Route 202. Litchfield
Quilts that Care, Inc., a nonprofit organization, makes and donates quilts to cancer patients at 16 Connecticut facilities. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. Non-sewers are welcome. Volunteers to assist with fundraising, grant writing and corporate sponsorships are also welcome. Fabric, sewing notion and monetary donations are also welcome.
The facilities are The Cancer Care Center at Griffin Hospital, Derby; The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, and Saint Mary’s VITAS in Waterbury; Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Torrington; and St Francis Hospital in Hartford. Also, Norwalk Hospital; The Yale/Smilow Cancer Center in New Haven; Bristol Hospital; The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain; Hartford HealthCare at Home, Watertown and Southington; Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County, Winsted; AccentCare, Middlebury; Midstate Medical Center, Meriden; University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington and Veteran’s Hospital, Newington.
The Quilts that Care mission is to “wrap cancer patients and their families in comfort and hope, one quilt at a time.”
For information, call Deb at 860-782-1043.
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October is National Cybersecurity Month | |
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The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency a division of the Department of Homeland Security has been celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness month since 2004.
Their website URL is www.cisa.gov. This organization is for encouraging the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness of about the importance of cybersecurity.
The theme is Secure Our World.
They recommend four simple ways to stay safe online. Turn on Multi Factor Authentication (MFA). Use strong passwords or passphrases. Recognize and report phishing attempts. Update software when prompted.
Golden Technology Services Inc. offers Cyber Awareness training and testing. Will assist you in reducing your risk while online.
Contact: Justin Golden justin.golden@gtscloud.com
Website: https://gtscloud.com/
Contact: Justin Golden justin.golden@gtscloud.com 1(972)679-738 (m)
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October 16: Watertown Foundation 99th Annual Meeting Dinner; Historic Watertown Family Philanthropy Continues |  | |
Marian Woodward Ottley 1884-1974
Mrs. Ottley was born in the family home on DeForest Street in Watertown, only daughter of
David and Helen Woodward. Married to John King Ottley and residing in Georgia throughout their lifetime, they continued the family tradition of summering in Watertown.
Known as a “Philanthropist” throughout her lifetime, Mrs. Ottley enjoyed donating her wealth for the benefit of others, inheriting this role from both her mother and father. Her father, David Woodward a successful businessman in the Atlanta area, amassed a substantial fortune, sharing it generously during his lifetime in both the Atlanta and Watertown communities. In Watertown we are fortunate to be the recipients and good stewards of the Watertown Foundation, started by David Woodward in 1925.
It is a fitting tribute to her parents, that upon her death in 1974, Marian Woodward Ottley, in accordance with her will, established the David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund in loving memory of her parents, and in her words, “In order to carry out their wishes and mine in attempting to make this a better world for those who come after us”. The Woodward Fund continues to support non-profit organizations in both Atlanta and Watertown.
Marian Ottley is buried in the Woodward Chapel at Evergreen Cemetery next to her mother and father.
About the Watertown Foundation
Founded in 1925, the Watertown Foundation will soon be celebrating 100 years of community service. This legacy of giving continues today through the support of programs and initiatives that touch the lives of thousands of people in the Watertown and Oakville community. To learn more—and to join—please visit www.watertownfoundation.com.
99th Annual Dinner Meeting of the Watertown Foundation
The October 16th meeting will commence with a 5:30 p.m. business meeting for Watertown Foundation members, followed by a cocktail reception and dinner program for all attendees at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $60 each with a cash bar. Online registration is available at watertownfoundation.com. Email wtnfoundationct@gmail.com for more information or to receive an invitation.
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Upcoming Events at the Mattatuck Museum | |
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Van Trip: Halloween Along the Hudson
Thursday, October 3 | 12-9 PM
Enjoy a day along the Hudson River getting into the spooky spirit! Start with a historic tour of Sleepy Hollow, followed by dinner (included). Finish the evening at The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze to see thousands of carved pumpkins in elaborate displays.
$100 Adult/Child, $90 Member Adult/Child, $90 Meet Up, $85 Member Meet Up
History, Hops & Honey!
Saturday, October 5 | 1 PM-3:30 PM
This program will be joy for your senses as we see, smell, and taste a selection of locally made honey and beer! Hear from Cathy Wolko of Humble Bee Honey Co. on how her honeys pair with selections of brews from Brass Works Brewing Company and learn about what makes a perfect pair!
$25 Adult | $20 Member
Salsa Night
Saturday, October 5 | 5:30- 9 PM
Spend an evening on the only rooftop terrace in downtown Waterbury that overlooks the green for a night full of dance, music, and culinary delights. There will be dancing, food, and fun on the rooftop of the Mattatuck Museum. Dance instructor, Edward Truehart, with over a decade of experience in salsa, bachata, mambo, kizomba, and more will start the night off with a lesson, so beginner and salsa aficionados can dance the rest of the night away with a variety of styles and techniques. In case of bad weather, the event will be moved indoors.
$15 Cover Fee
Walking Tour: The Women of Riverside Cemetery
Thursday, October 10 | 11 AM -12:30 PM
Meet at Riverside Cemetery for a walking tour learning about the women buried in Riverside Cemetery, led by local historian and Riverside expert, Martin Begnal.
$15 Adult | $10 Member
Author Talk and Book Signing: Around Every Corner of Connecticut
Thursday, October 10 | 6 PM-7:30 PM.
Join Sarah Cody, local travel reporter with WTNH, as she discusses her new book, Around Every Corner of Connecticut: 100 Towns to Explore Every Season. Copies will be available for purchase and signing.
$10 Adult | $5 Member
Concert: Fabiola Méndez: Flora Campesina
Saturday, October 13 | 7-9 PM
Fabiola Méndez is a Puerto Rican cuatro player, singer, Emmy-nominated composer, and educator. Her artistic vision and original music focus on exploring her culture, ancestry, and identities. The primary instrumentation, vocals, Puerto Rican cuatro, bass, and percussion, will take listeners on a musical journey that connects iconic folk styles and melodies with various Afro-Caribbean rhythms and jazz influences.
$20 General Admission
Opening Exhibition: Mad Gepetto’s Spooky Dioramas
Saturday, October 20 | 11-4 PM
Discover the dioramas created by Mad Geppetto, Scott Bryant Whipple, located throughout the Museum this Spooky Season. Whipple is a multi-award-winning Connecticut-based artist with ties to Waterbury, who specializes in scratch-build, found-object dioramas inspired by the classic horror genre.
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