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11.4.26 – Business After Hours – CT Society of Genealogists – 5 PM

11.11.26 – Open Networking – Academy Caf - Noon

11.19.26 – Business Lunch Networking – The Beamhouse - Noon

11.23.26 – Pen to Page Authors Group – Chamber Office – 5:30 pm

The CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce is continuing its partnership with Lunar Cow Publishing to produce the annual Business Directory & Community Guide. This premier promotional resource offers Chamber members an opportunity to increase their visibility and connect with customers throughout the community.


The publication includes 1,000 printed copies distributed at key locations, along with a digital GoGuide® that extends your reach to thousands of additional potential customers. Digital advertisements link directly to your website, making it easy for readers to learn more about your business.


Interested in advertising? Contact Lunar Cow Publishing at 800-594-9620, ext. 1 to explore advertising options and reserve your space in the 2027 guide.

Thanksgiving Lift 2026 has kicked off! Through November 8, Wheeler & Taylor Insurance, the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Connecticut Foodshare are coming together to help local families enjoy a brighter Thanksgiving. You can help by donating nonperishable food items at Wheeler & Taylor Insurance (2534 Main Street, Glastonbury), Monday–Friday, 9 AM–3 PM, or by making an online donation. Every contribution makes a difference!


Learn more at ThanksgivingLift.com or donate online.

What a weekend! Thank you to everyone who helped make the 51st Glastonbury Apple Harvest & Music Festival a success.


To our volunteers, sponsors, bands and performers, vendors, and everyone who came out to enjoy the weekend, we couldn't do it without you. Your time, support, and participation keep this community tradition going year after year.



Thank you for being part of 51 years of music, community, and memories. We look forward to seeing you next year!


Photos by Brian Ambrose Photography. See more photo highlights.

We’re pleased to welcome Ben Bronz Academy to the CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce!


Founded in 1985, Ben Bronz Academy is a day school serving students in grades 1–12 and young adults ages 18–22. Guided by the belief that every child deserves the chance to succeed, the academy provides individualized learning programs designed to help students with learning disabilities and other learning challenges achieve academic success, develop lifelong learning skills and build self-confidence.

For nearly four decades, Ben Bronz Academy has helped students discover their strengths and reach their potential through an approach rooted in curiosity, perseverance, patience and excellence.


Please join us in welcoming Ben Bronz Academy to the Chamber! We look forward to connecting and supporting their continued success.

Join us for our November Business After Hours, hosted by the CT Society of Genealogists



Connect with fellow Chamber members, enjoy great food, and make new business connections while learning about the organization’s work preserving Connecticut’s history and helping people explore their family roots. Register now.


Wednesday, November 4 | 5–7 PM

175 Maple Street, East Hartford

Free for Chamber members | $25 for non-members


A great day connecting with local businesses at the East Hartford Business Resource Fair! It was a wonderful opportunity to meet new faces, build relationships, and learn more about the resources available to support local business growth.

Unlock Opportunities with the Chamber Job Board – A FREE Member Benefit!


Did you know your Chamber membership comes with exclusive access to our Job Board, at no extra cost? This member-to-member platform is designed to help local businesses connect, grow, and thrive by sharing employment opportunities within our community.

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