January 9, 2025 | Issue 2

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Please Welcome Our Newest Member, 1040 Tax and Accounting Services!


With over 45 years of experience as a trusted tax preparer, owner Dorothy Havey has recently moved her office to the Belfast Center at 9 Field St, making it more convenient for clients to access her expert services. Known for building strong client relationships, Dorothy is now offering evening and weekend appointments and is accepting new clients.


A dedicated professional, she serves on the board of the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), where she's been re-elected for a second three-year term. Through NATP, Dorothy contributes to educating over 23,000 tax professionals nationwide, ensuring they have access to the best resources in the industry. Please join us in celebrating 1040 Tax and Accounting Services continued success and commitment to excellence in tax preparation!



9 Field St., Ste. 312, Belfast, ME 04915 | 207-505-2321

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Chamber Member Business Directory


Recent New Chamber Members:

H & H Mercantile | Midcoast Forest Getaway

Edwards Brothers Supermarkets | Red Kettle Foods LLC

The Clifford Arts & Student Center | Coastal Bites


CLICK HERE to Search our Member Business Directory

Arts in the Park 2025 Applications


If you are a full-time or summer resident of Maine, you can apply to Arts in the Park Belfast beginning Monday, January 13th! Online and printed applications will be accepted through Monday, February 24th.


The next event will be held June 28 & 29 in Steamboat Landing Park on the Belfast waterfront.


Visit Arts in the Park on our website for details as they become available.

Every month our Chamber hosts an event designed for members to casually meet and build relationships with business people from companies and organizations representing a variety

of industries in our region.

Our next BAH will be hosted by:


Back in Motion Physical Therapy

Wednesday, Jan. 15th, 530pm - 7pm

256 Main Street, Belfast

January 2nd Newsletter



1) Midcoast Forest Getaway

2) Chamber Job Search

3) H & H Mercantile

4) Chamber Events Calendar

5) Belfast Senior College


Missed Last Week's Newsletter?

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Check the monthly calendar on our website and save the date for upcoming events in our community!


CLICK HERE!


Chamber Members - You can submit your events by logging into your

ChamberMaster account or email

chamberoffice@belfastmaine.org

Still looking for that new job? Need to know what's available in the greater Belfast area? See who's hiring!


CLICK HERE!


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

ChamberMaster account or email

chamberoffice@belfastmaine.org

Upcoming Events

Announcements & News

Belfast Adult Education - Spring 2025 Course Catalog

Belfast Garden Club Noon Program Features Soil Specialist Ron Derosiers Jan. 21

BlueJacket Shipcrafters - January ShipShape News

Camden National Bank Celebrates 150th Anniversary

The Clifford Arts & Student Center - January Events

Kids Unplugged - Winter Classes Now Open for Registration

Leafsong Family Farm - January Sale 15% Off

Maine Department of Labor - Free Trainings in January

MaineHealth - January Community Health Classes and Events

North Star Adventures - SOLO Wilderness First Aid Training in February

Our Town Belfast - Belfast Ice Festival 2025 Seeks Ice Carvers, Sponsors (PBP)

Penobscot Marine Museum - 'Working the Sea' Photo Exhibit at Belfast Free Library (PBP)

Waldo County Triad - Winter 2025 Newsletter

Member Promotions

Consider Becoming a Chamber Member!


Our Vision is that the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce will be recognized as a major catalyst for developing a thriving and connected business community and visitor destination choice in the region.



The Mission of the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce

is to champion a thriving business environment for its members through promotion, networking, advocacy, community partnerships and access to relevant information.


Follow the link above to find information about membership benefits and learn how we can promote you and help you achieve your goals. Your support helps us to better promote our region and businesses!



Community Links:

Belfast Free Library | City of Belfast | Harbormaster

Public Transportation | Waldo County General Hospital | YMCA

*** Weekly Deadline for Newsletter Submissions is Tuesday by 4pm ***

Your Chamber Working For You

Dorothy Havey, Executive Director

Director@belfastmaine.org

Scott Smith, Operations Manager

ChamberOffice@belfastmaine.org

Board of Directors


President / Erin Merrifield, RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Vice President / Chris Nickerson, The Northport Inn & Lodge

Treasurer / Michelle Curtis, First National Bank

Secretary / Megan Day, MaineHealth Waldo Hospital

Paul Dean, Councilor, City of Belfast

Ryan Harnden, Mathews Brothers

Arnaud Lessard, The Homeport Inn & Tavern

John McKeith, The Belfast Center

Elaine Potoker, Interloqui

Terri Tower, Camden National Bank

Mary Tripp, Bank of America

Staff Photography by Dave Waddell, Down East Magazine

BELFAST AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

33 Main St. | PO Box 58 | Belfast, ME. 04915

207-338-5900 | www.belfastmaine.org

Administrative Office & Information Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm