September 21, 2023 | Issue 37

Welcome Back Small Business Administration!

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) helps Americans start, grow, and build resilient businesses.

SBA was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns; preserve free competitive enterprise; and maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. SBA reviews Congressional legislation and testifies on behalf of small businesses. It assesses the impact of regulatory burden on small businesses.

SBA's programs now include help with management, as well as financial and federal contract procurement. SBA provides specialized outreach to women, minorities, and armed forces veterans. SBA loans are available to victims of natural disasters. The agency also offers specialized advice and support in international trade.

The Maine District Office services the entire state of Maine, with offices in Augusta, Bangor and Portland.

Call (207) 622-8551 or visit sba.gov/district/maine

Recent New Members:

A Morning in Maine Sailing Tours | Buggin' ME Boat Tours | Fidium Fiber

Human Development Coaching | Ardiah Managed Services | Power Plus Electrical & Data Services

Submit Your Nominations for the Annual Chamber Awards

The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for our 2023 Annual Chamber Awards! The Awards Gala will be held November 3, 2023 at 5:00pm at the United Farmers Market of Maine.

You may nominate different businesses, organizations, or individuals, in their respective categories. Eligible businesses and organizations must be Chamber members in good standing. Citizen of the Year nominations must be a Waldo County resident.

Deadline for Nominations: OCTOBER 1ST

*** Click Here for the 2023 Nomination Form ***

2024 Advertising Kit - Belfast: The Bay And Beyond

Thinking about 2024 already? So are we! Planning for our 2024

'Belfast: The Bay and Beyond' regional guide is already 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? Plan ahead and get those prime spaces while they're available! 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

September 14th Newsletter



1) Chamber Job Search

2) A Morning in Maine Sailing Tours

3) Common Ground Country Fair

4) The Oystermen Live @ The Club Marina & Bar

5) Grump & Sunshine Bookshop

Maine Foliage Report

Plan your trip or where to visit for the best colors and sights this fall!

Fall in Love with Maine ~ MaineFoliage.com

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Belfast Boathouse, Sept 28, 11am-4pm

Belfast Rotary Club Declares Harbor Fest a Success, Plans Donation to School Clothes Closets

Belfast Senior College Offers Sept & Oct Classes

Left Bank Books Hosts Naturalist Sy Montgomery Sept. 28

Muzzy Ridge Concerts Celebrates Successful Third Chamber Music Season in Searsmont

New Ownership Announced at

RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Waldo County General Hospital Care Team Members Honored

With Awards in 2023 (Pen Bay Pilot)

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