CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES
Ye Old Spirits is a family-owned shop that offers a wide range of wine, liquor, and beer selections. Their priority is to provide excellent customer service to all our clients. They take pride in the special order services and are always available to make recommendations. The shop is conveniently located at 174 Main Street West Haven, CT, and you can reach them on 203-390-5913.
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Are you ready to embark on a journey of local flavor, craftsmanship, and community spirit? Look no further than "I Love Local" gift cards—a passport to discovering the heart and soul of your community.

Why Choose "I Love Local" Gift Cards?

  • Support Local Businesses: Your purchase directly supports the vibrant tapestry of local entrepreneurs, artisans, restaurants, and shops that make your community unique.
  • Endless Options: With "I Love Local" gift cards, you have access to a diverse array of options. From cozy coffee shops to gourmet restaurants, handcrafted treasures to wellness experiences, the choices are boundless.
  • Perfect for Every Occasion: Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, thank you, or just because, "I Love Local" gift cards are the ideal gift for anyone who appreciates local culture and the joy of discovery
  • Feel-Good Gifting: Share the love with friends and family while strengthening the bonds within your community. Every purchase radiates positivity and goodwill.

I Love Local Cards are available online and at the Chamber offices
Milford Regional Chamber Announces New Non-Partisan Policy

The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a significant step forward in our commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative business community. Effective immediately, we are implementing a new Non-Partisan Policy that underscores our dedication to serving the interests of our diverse membership without bias towards any political party or ideology.

The Milford Regional Chamber has always been committed to representing the collective interests of our members, regardless of their political affiliations. With the introduction of this Non-Partisan Policy, we seek to reinforce our pledge to remain impartial and provide a fair platform for businesses and individuals to engage in our dynamic local economy.

"We are committed to serving as a bridge that brings businesses and community stakeholders together," said Chamber President Michael Moses. "Our Non-Partisan Policy will help ensure that the Chamber remains a welcoming and unbiased space for collaboration and growth."
CHAMBER EVENTS
Devine Beauty Salon and Spa
100 Lansdale Ave #100-K
Milford, CT

TONIGHT!
EPIC Halloween Event
(Emerging Professionals in the Community)

Tuesday, October 24th
6 PM
Makeup lessons for Halloween costumes and learn how to make spooky beverages!

Registration is required please
Bubba's Brunch Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening!

Saturday, October 28
12:00 PM
at
Tribus Beer Co.
100 Raton Dr Milford CT
Selling Yourself in the First Five Minutes
A shout out to Doug Rawady for presenting the Sandler Training PEAK Sales Performance seminar, "Selling Yourself in the First Five Minutes". The seminar was a great success and we received excellent feedback from all the attendees. Doug's insights on how to make a great first impression and establish trust in the first five minutes of a sales pitch were invaluable.
Special thanks to Tropical Smoothie Cafe for providing refreshments for the evening!
October BAH (Business After Hours)
Comcast Business and Xfinity recently sponsored our October Business After Hours, a wonderful evening of networking at Milford's newest banquet hall, The Reign. The event was a huge success, with attendees enjoying the music of Elana Zabari, delicious food, and great company. The event provided a fantastic opportunity for professionals to network and connect with others in the community.
CHAMBER UPDATES
Feel Good Vibes to Help Your Mental Health!

If you find yourself turning to music to boost your mood, or if solving a jigsaw puzzle, painting, or singing is one of your favorite ways to unwind, we have some good news for you. A recent poll conducted by the American Psychiatric Association confirms that those feel-good vibes are important for your mental health — while other sources suggest there may be some benefits to your physical health as well.
AUTHOR Julia Diddy
IN THE NEWS
Fall Festival Benefit Concert and Auction

Please join us this Saturday, October 28th at 7:00 PM for the Cornerstone Project's seventh annual Fall Festival. This year’s event features a Benefit Concert starring award winning singer-songwriter and recording artist, Bobby Jo Valentine and is hosted by the First United Church of Christ, 34 West Main Street, Milford CT.
 
Cornerstone Project's Fall Festival is an Annual Fundraiser for the Nambale Magnet School, supporting the education, nurturing and empowerment of orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) and their communities in Western Kenya.
WAIT 'TIL YOU SEE WHAT'S NEXT
A FUSE Theatre of CT Anniversary Cabaret + Dinner Fundraiser
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 • 7 – 10 p.m.
MUSIC BACK THEN THEATER
221 Bull Hill Lane, West Haven, CT
FUSE Theatre of CT began at RVP Studios on Bull Hill Lane rehearsing Disney’s Lion King Jr. in November 2019. Four years and six productions later, FUSE returns to the same space – recreated as Music Back Then – for an evening of dinner and songs that celebrates FUSE’s past and future!

Ways To Help!
·    Buy a ticket for the cabaret ($75 per person) 
– 8 people per table 
   Become a sponsor of this event ($250) 
    Become a regular monthly donor to FUSE Theatre of CT 
    Learn about our mission 
    Consider joining our Board of Directors
for a 2-year term
New Haven Bank is growing and will soon open its new branch on Campbell Ave in West Haven. New Haven Bank is and will remain a locally owned, managed, and governed bank dedicated to serving businesses, institutions and individuals in New Haven and nearby communities located in New Haven County.
New Haven Bank will deliver competitive products and relationship-based services with a focus on face-to-face service quality and execution with excellence.
New Haven Bank will maintain its promise to our community to be supportive of the neighborhoods and community organizations that work for the benefit of our populations at risk.
OCTOBER 27th - 29th
We Open at 9AM ON FRIDAY & SATURDAY. 
DOOR BUSTER FROM 9AM-11AM
30% off all purchases made by 11:00 a.m.
 25% off storewide for the rest of the day
 
All Purchases of $1 - $100 During The Weekend Will Be Entered To Win a $100 Gift card
All Purchases Of $100 or more Will Be Entered To Win a $500 Gift Card
WOW!!! 
The Winner Will Be Announced On November 1st! WHAT A WAY TO KICK OFF HOLIDAY SHOPPING!

HILARIOUS NEW MUSICAL
Pantochino opens its 14th Season with
“PANTO OF THE OPERA”
Live On Stage at the MAC
Cabaret Seating!

Only 4 Performances Left!
OCT 27 730pm
OCT 28 2 and 530pm
OCT 29 2pm


Join the Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) for the annual Hall-O-Weekend celebration. Make memories and enjoy some not-so-scary fun in charming downtown Milford the last weekend of October in Downtown Milford!  On Friday evening, October 27th at 6:30pm, is our Outdoor Halloween Family Movie Night at the Gazebo on the Milford Green! We will be featuring Hocus Pocus, so bring your chairs, blankets and snacks! Scratch Baking will also have a special Halloween themed snack box available for purchase ahead of time.  
Saturday, October 28th is The Milford Trick or Trot 5K to support the Beth-El Center's shelter and food programs. For details visit  http://www.milfordtrickortrot.com.
Finally, on Sunday, October 29th we have a day full of Halloween fun on the Milford Green from 10am-3pm including storytime, children's yoga, face painting, arts & crafts, costume parade vendors and trick or treating (11-2). Exact times and details can be found at downtownmilfordct.com, on Facebook/DowntownMilfordBusinessAssociation and Instagram/DowntownMilfordConnecticut.
Milford Trick or Trot

Race to end homelessness and hunger in our community! The Milford Trick or Trot 5K on 10/28 supports Beth-El Center's shelter and food programs.
Please bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Beth-El Center’s Soup Kitchen

Participants must register by October 14th to be guaranteed a race t-shirt before the event. T-shirts will be provided to those registering after October 14th while supplies last.



Total Mortgage Holiday Hustle 5K on November 4th

Run, trot, walk, skip, or jump in on the fun! 
Total Mortgage is getting the community together to kick off the holiday season in support of a great cause!
Join them in support of our local families in need this holiday season.
Proceeds are benefitting Connecticut Foodshare, which is kicking off their Thanksgiving season (their goal is to provide 50,000 meals to CT families this holiday season)!





Free Business Building Workshop
Calling all veterans for a FREE building Business Workshop.
All day seminar for Veteran entrepreneurs on the basics of forming and building a successful business.
COME LEARN, NETWORK WITH OTHER VETERANS BUSINESS OWNERS AND ENJOY LUNCH & DINNER.