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Serving Milford, West Haven, and
Surrounding Business Communities
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Welcome to your weekly Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce newsletter!
We’re excited to share the latest events, news, and resources designed to help your business thrive.
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No Weekly Round-Up this week… apparently even Michael and Simon need a week off from keeping us all in the loop.
Don’t worry — they’ll be back next week with all the latest happenings, Chamber updates, and events from around the Milford Region!
Until then, have a great week, and dont forget to support local!
| | | Sunday, September 6 is the FINAL Rockin’ the Beach Concert of 2026! 🎶 | Let’s end summer with a bang — rocking, dancing, singing along, and soaking up one last Sunday at the beach with Rum Runners! | |
Special thanks to our
Presenting Sponsor, Xfinity
and huge thanks to Supporting Sponsors: Weichert on the Mark Property Management, Walnut Beach Arts & Business Association, and Minella & Tramuta, Attorneys at Law.
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Music from 4–7 PM — Bring a chair, friends, and some snack!
But get there early if you want a good spot!
Come help us send off another great season of Rockin’ the Beach!
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Holistic Counseling Services, LLC
Ribbon Cutting
Milford Holistic Counseling is a private outpatient mental health practice providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children, teens, adults, couples, and families throughout the Greater Milford community.
Monday, September 14th at 12 pm
Holistic Counseling Services, LLC
31 Cherry St., Milford, CT
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Xfinity Presents the 2nd Annual Lobster Roll Festival
The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, alongside naming sponsor Xfinity, invites residents and visitors to Walnut Beach for the annual Milford Lobster Roll Festival, a waterfront event honoring one of the city’s most famous contributions to New England cuisine.
The festival continues to grow as a signature end-of-summer experience for the Milford region.
PRESALE TICKETS are now available! CLICK HERE. Presale ends on Friday the 11th at NOON
Modern Heating VIP TICKETS- CLICK HERE
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We are seeking volunteers for The Lobster Roll Festival!
Multiple time slots available.
More information, CLICK HERE and scroll to the bottom.
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VIP Experience
Guests looking for an elevated festival experience can purchase tickets to the Modern Heating & Air Conditioning VIP Tent, featuring:
- Comfortable covered seating
- Wait service
- Reserved VIP atmosphere
- Complimentary parking with the purchase of four or more VIP tickets
Space is limited,CLICK HERE
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Something fun for our littlest lobster lovers!
Yale New Haven Health presents: The Little Lobster Lagoon at the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Lobster Roll & Music Festival!
Bring the kids for family-friendly fun and activities from The Giggling Pig Milford Art & Party Studio—all part of a full day of lobster rolls, live music, shopping, and more at Walnut Beach!
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"What if I don't eat lobster?"
We've got you covered!! Check out all the delicious food that will be there BESIDES the lobster!
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The full 2026 Lineup!
DBB Alumni - 5PM
Rum Runners- 3PM
The Lost Marbles - 1PM
Pretty Nasty - 11AM
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Lobster Rolls to Rock & Roll!
Headlining the show:
DBB ALUMNI
Get ready to FUNK up the beach!
DBB Alumni brings together the founding members of Connecticut’s legendary Deep Banana Blackout — a band that grew from a love of classic funk, soul and R&B into a powerhouse of the East Coast jam scene.
With roots going back to 1995, their high-energy sound has taken them to Gathering of the Vibes and the Newport Jazz Festival, on tour with the Allman Brothers Band, and even onto the stage with the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown. Featuring Jennifer Lynn Durkin, Benj LeFevre, Fuzz Sangiovanni, and Eric Kalb
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Restaurant Week is coming up, starting on September 25th
Don’t miss out on all the diners looking for a great meal!
Sign your restaurant up today.
Email smcdonald@milfordct.com and be a part of this amazing week of culinary delights.
| | | | | | What a great evening at EPIC Social Hour at Riva Bar & Restaurant in West Haven! | |
A big thank you to Riva for the wonderful hospitality and to everyone who came out to mingle, connect, enjoy some delicious pizza, and take in that beautiful water view with us.
And a special thank you to Camilla Albuquerque for capturing the evening in photos!
Thanks for spending the evening with EPIC — we loved seeing everyone!
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We were proud to celebrate the West Haven Community House Early Learning Center Ribbon Cutting last week!
This beautiful new center is a wonderful addition to the West Haven community, offering a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where young children can learn, play, explore and grow.
The full-day preschool program, serving children ages 2.9 to 5.
More pictures HERE
Thanks to Robert Creigh for capturing the memories in photos!
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The full-day preschool program, serving children ages 2.9 to 5.
Now enrolling! For more information about the new Early Learning Center and enrollment: CLICK HERE
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Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting at The Bristol Bazaar – Milford!
We were excited to celebrate the ribbon cutting for The Bristol Bazaar’s second location, now open at the Connecticut Post Mall!
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More information about Bristol Bazaar
CLICK HERE
| Thank you to Robert Creigh for the photos |
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The Bristol Bazaar – Milford is a curated, boutique-style gift shop featuring small-batch, locally made goods from a rotating mix of talented makers. With new finds arriving monthly, there’s always something new to discover.
Congratulations to Eric and Carolyn Verikas and the entire Bristol Bazaar team on this exciting milestone and their continued growth!
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What a great Sunday afternoon
at Walnut Beach!
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A light breeze, great music, and a spot by the water made for the perfect afternoon to sit back, relax, and enjoy an awesome show from Dr. B & The Remedy! There was even a juggler!
Thanks to everyone who came out and spent the afternoon with us, and a big thank you to Xfinity for presenting Rockin’ the Beach!
| Thanks to everyone who came out and spent the afternoon with us, and a big thank you to Xfinity for presenting Rockin’ the Beach! | | Thank you also to Rockin' the Beach supporting sponsors, Weichert on the Mark Property Management, Walnut Beach Arts & Business Association, and Minella & Tramuta, Attorneys at Law. | Special thanks to Robert Creigh for capturing the day and sharing these great photos! 📸 | | | |
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Newsletter submissions must be received no later than 12 PM on Friday for publication on Tuesday
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Yacht Lobsters Fundraising Event for Beth-El Center
Tickets HERE!
| | | Ride or Walk in the 35th Annual Folks on Spokes & Step Forward | |
Early registration discounts are available through August 31, 2026.
From September 1st-October 1st, 2026, advanced registration fees are $50 per cyclist, $35 per walker, $15 for kids under 18. Children 6 and under are free.
Register HERE
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