December 28, 2023 | Issue 51

Please Welcome Our Newest Member, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development!

The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development works with statewide and local partners, private industry and small businesses to enhance and sustain economic prosperity in Maine.

They are more than two dozen experts whose broad mission is to help communities and businesses prosper through a variety of programs providing everything from targeted tax relief to community block grants to tourism marketing. Whether your business wants to make a film here, bring a Maine-made product to market, expand an aquaculture project, or explore financing when moving a business to our state, their experienced staff can help.

DECD and its partners show companies how to benefit from millions of dollars in tax credits, reimbursements, R & D credits, capital loans, even direct investment. Every year, they help Maine communities attract jobs and grow their infrastructure with unique financing programs.

FMI: maine.gov/decd | 207-624-9800

Burton Cross Bldg, 3rd Floor, 111 Sewall St. Augusta, ME 04330

Recent New Members: Colonial Theatre | Practice Body Wisdom | Cottage Work

Eye Candy Dance & Fitness Studio | Magnolia Assisted Living | A Morning in Maine Sailing Tours

Special Thanks to our Outgoing Board President, Sue Beemer, and Secretary, Christy Lewis

On behalf of the Belfast Chamber, I want to extend our deepest gratitude and heartfelt thanks for your outstanding service as board members. We like to reflect on the immense impact you've had on our organization during your tenure.

Your six years of dedicated service have left an indelible mark on the Chamber and we are truly fortunate to have had you both as a guiding force. Your strategic vision, unwavering commitment, and passion for our mission have been instrumental in establishing our strategic plan, further developing our committees structure and updated bylaws!

Throughout your time on our board, your leadership and collaboration has been a source of inspiration to us all. Your ability to inspire us to new levels has not only shaped the direction of our organization but has also fostered a positive and collaborative atmosphere among our team.

As we bid farewell to a remarkable chapter, we want you to know that your contributions will be remembered and cherished. We are indebted to you both and for leaving an enduring legacy that will continue to benefit the Chamber for years to come.

~ Dorothy Havey, Executive Director

LAST CHANCE! 2024 Advertising Kit - Belfast: The Bay And Beyond

Deadlines are fast approaching! Planning for our 2024

'Belfast: The Bay and Beyond' regional guide is well under way. Our guides were distributed far and wide this year, faster than we've seen before!

Have you been thinking about how you would like to advertise your business or organization? Have a friend or family member that is interested in joining the Chamber and promoting through our guide? Encourage them to contact us today!

Click Here for the 2024 Advertising Kit

December 21st Newsletter



1) Chamber Job Search

2) New Year's Eve at Rio's

3) Winter Solstice with Friends of Sears Island

4) Last Night Belfast events

5) New Year's Eve Masquerade with Eye Candy Dance Studio

Chamber Job Search (HOT ITEM)

Still looking for that new job? Need to know what's available in the greater Belfast area? We have a great page full of job opportunities large and small!

CLICK HERE!

Chamber Members - you can submit your job postings by logging into your

ChamberMaster account or email [email protected]

Arts in the Park Application Window Opens January 15

Belfast Flying Shoes - First Friday Dances and Maine Community Foundation Grant Recipient

Belfast Maskers Announce Cast of 'Proof'

Grump & Sunshine Offering Photo Studio Space

SolarLogix Sponsors NYE Colonial Theatre Screening of 'When Harry Met Sally'

Waldo County TRIAD Winter Newsletter

Call Your Favorite Restaurant Today About NYE/NYD Specials and Hours!

Arts in the Park Application Window Opens January 15

Belfast Flying Shoes - First Friday Dances and Maine Community Foundation Grant Recipient

Front Street Pub & Harborwalk Reservations

Dorothy Havey, Executive Director

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Scott Smith, Operations Manager

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Board of Directors

President / Sue Beemer, Cornerspring Montessori School

Vice President / Erin Merrifield, RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Treasurer / Michelle Curtis, First National Bank

Secretary / Christy Lewis, Fellows, Kee, Tymoczko & Lewis

Megan Day, Waldo County General Hospital

Paul Dean, Counselor, City of Belfast

Dawn Gintz, Captain Nickels Inn

John McKeith, The Belfast Center

Chris Nickerson, Whale's Tooth Pub, Northport Inn & Lodge

Elaine Potoker, Interloqui

Terri Tower, Camden National Bank

Mary Tripp, Bank of America

Staff Photography by Dave Waddell, Down East Magazine