We're Not Just a Chamber of Commerce;
We're a Chamber of Connections
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December 13, 2022
CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES
We Cut the Ribbon to Welcome New Member
Goldfish Swim School
Last week, we facilitated a ribbon cutting welcoming new member Goldfish Swim School, a state-of-the-art facility at 1360 South Washington Street, North Attleboro.

The owner and staff at Goldfish Swim School understand the importance of learning life skills and boosting cognitive development at an early age. That is why their swim school has created the Golden Experience where your child can learn in a fun, safe, play-based environment.

The Golden Experience sets Goldfish Swim School apart from other swim schools. You feel it the moment you walk in. Vibrant colors have been chosen to inspire kids. Their curriculum is crafted to not only teach kids to swim, but also to build their characters through guided play. Their shiver-free pool is heated to 90 degrees.

Thank you to Senator Paul Feeney, North Attleboro Town Manager Mike Borg, and delegates from State Representative Adam Scanlon's office for attending the ribbon cutting. 

For more information about North Attleboro’s Goldfish Swim School, visit www.goldfishswimschool.com/north-attleboro or call 508-206-9700.
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Thank You for Renewing

We're so glad that you continue to support the chamber. We wouldn't be here if you weren't here. Bristol Community College, member since 1982, wins the longevity award.

Bristol Community College, member since 1982
Enclave of Franklin, member since 2017
Foster - Miller, Inc., member since 2018
Medfield Children's Center, member since 1989
RB Concrete Forms, Inc., member since 1988
Reinbold Insurance Agency, member since 1988
Rockland Trust, member since 1987
School of Rock, Attleboro, member since 2015
Seekonk Speedway, member since 2002
Village Green Apartments, member since 2014
Double ACS
Jack Lank Interviewed Mim Fawcett on Double ACS

Last week, Jack Lank interviewed Mim Fawcett, executive director and chief curator of the Attleboro Arts Museum. They talked about the museum's member show and their classes as well as the art at Cuddy Court and the wrapped electrical boxes that can be seen in downtown Attleboro. And Mim reminded us about the museum's gift shop where you'll find unique gifts -- which is oh so important during the holiday season.

URCC Extreme Networking Group at the Proctor Mansion Inn

Next Meeting Tomorrow, December 14

Wednesday, December 14
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Proctor Mansion Inn
36 Common Street
Wrentham, MA

Join us the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at the Proctor Mansion Inn in Wrentham. This networking group is facilitated by URCC Board Member Charlie Miller, owner of the Business Solutions Advisory Group.

Job Fair
Check Out Our Job Board

Our Job Board, an exclusive benefit for our member companies, is a valuable tool for hiring managers looking to attract and find new talent.

Send your job postings to us and we'll add the information to our Job Board.

And for the past couple of months, we have been offering a new service. Each week, we'll post new job listings on our Facebook page.

Your posting will be seen by many potential job candidates.

Send your job postings to [email protected].

We're looking forward to helping you fill your open positions.
MEMBER NEWS AND UPDATES
Foxborough, Plainville, and Wrentham Team Up to Promote Joint Destination to Visitors

Foxborough, Plainville, and Wrentham are working collectively to promote the region to visitors from both near and far. They have launched a new destination brand and website to assist travelers planning trips to the area. Grants provided by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism have made this venture possible. In addition to the major destinations located within each Town - Plainridge Park Casino in Plainville, Wrentham Village Premium Outlet Mall in Wrentham, and Patriot Place/Gillette Stadium in Foxboro; travelers to the region also find an abundance of outdoor activities, great dining, unique shops, and small town charms in each destination. With so much more than meets the eye, this new marketing campaign will showcase all that this area has to offer including the well-known and hidden gems in each community.

“We’re excited to share our brand with visitors, businesses and the communities,” said Chris Yarworth, Director of Planning and Development, Town of Plainville. The Tagline; “Stay a little longer, play a little more!” encompasses the key goals.
A Message from
URCC Member CTS Services'
Michelle Carlow


Michelle reminds us:

It's that busy time of year when businesses need to start thinking about their remaining IT budget for the year. It's probably something on your agenda in the coming weeks.
 
CTS Services, Inc. is a technology solutions provider that can help you choose the best technology for your needs - from office and specialty printers, to workstations, desktops and notebooks, and network appliances. We can help you invest your remaining IT budget wisely.
 
We offer competitive quotes and our team of experts is available to assist you in making the best decision for your business. We are happy to provide quotes for hardware and software, as well as services such as repairs and installations. We also offer a wide range of products - from office and specialty printers, to workstations, desktops, notebooks, and network appliances - all of which are available for purchase or lease.
 
Before you turn to the Internet for a low-price purchase, don't you owe it to yourself to check our pricing? It's quick and easy to get a price quote from us and we can advise you on your purchase as well. The product you buy in a big box store or on line may not be a business-grade solution!
 
We can help you invest your remaining IT budget wisely.
 
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need assistance in making decisions about your final 2022 purchases. We'd be happy to provide you with a quote for our services or discuss any other needs you may have.
 
We can save you money and eliminate the headaches of deploying new technology. We can help you get a great start to the new year with your wise IT investments now - in this tax year!
 
Call Michelle at 508-528-7720 to get the ball rolling or email her directly at [email protected]

So Much to Do at URCC Chairman's Circle Member Plainridge Park Casino



The Patio, the Loft, the Revolution Lounge, Entertainment, Cornhole, and, of Course, Slots and Table Games. Wow!

Check out the December Promotions



301 Washington Street
Plainville, MA

Open 24 hours a day

If you're looking for excitement and winning at a New England casino, Plainridge Park Casino, the hometown casino is for you. You can play at over 1,200 slots or electronic table games, enjoy live local entertainment, choose from seven outstanding dining outlets, or hold your meeting or reception at one of their event venues. And they simulcast horse races around the country. You'll find an exciting experience and hometown hospitality every time you visit.

Plainridge Park Casino is proud of its myheroes program and excited to keep growing. To celebrate hitting 100,000 members, they recently donated $100,000 to local veterans and first responder organizations across the country. Thank you to the veterans and families for your service to our country!

Slack's Oyster House and Grill and the Food Court are open.
You can make reservations on the Plainridge Park Casino home page.

Your weekend STARTS ON THE PATIO and at the Home Stretch Food Truck.

The patio is open Thursday 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., Friday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday 1 p.m. -
9 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

The Loft features a wide variety of entertainment from stand-up comedians and comic hypnotists to live swing bands and musicians. Looking for an intimate night out? Come to The Loft and see what everyone is talking about. Friday and Saturday from 8:00 p.m. to midnight, the Revolution Lounge features the area's best live bands and DJs. Whether you want to dance the night away or relax and hang out with friends, the Revolution Lounge is a great place to unwind after a long week. Best of all, all shows at the Revolution Lounge are completely FREE with no cover charge. No ticket or reservation required!

Here's the schedule for the rest of the year:
December 16, The Nightlys
December 17, Lovesexy
December 23, Swipe Right
December 31, New Year's Eve, World Premier Band
URCC Chairman's Circle Member Zahara Cannabis
A Different Kind of Dispensary

Zahara Cannabis
70 Frank Mossberg Dr.
Attleboro, MA

Hours
Seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hours may vary during holidays

The folks at Zahara Cannibis invite you to their tranquil, inspired, diverse space where everyone — newbies and seasoned pros — will feel welcome and cared for. They believe cannabis is nature’s most exquisite flower and they are passionate about elevating its positive effects and healing powers.

Explore all of their fine cannabis offerings — flower, edibles, concentrates, vapes, topicals, and tinctures.

Zahara's budtenders can’t wait to guide you on your unique cannabis journey.

One of their signature store experiences is their Cannabar, where you’ll find a choice collection of premium strains they hand-select based on bud structure, terpene profile, trimming, and bag appeal. They also offer a pre-rolling service — you select the flower and cone and one of their budtenders will custom roll it for you.




URCC Corporate Partner 



Check out their calendar page for December events.

Here's their holiday gift guide for the readers in your circle.


An Unlikely Story
111 South Street
Plainville
(508) 699-0244


Sign up for their weekly enewsletter on their home page.

Peruse their Staff Picks section and take advantage of the expertise of their amazing booksellers.

Be sure to visit the Unlikely Café for a hot chocolate or delicious hot soup!

Café: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily
Kitchen: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily 
MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES


MassDevelopment Hours Announced for 2023



Jay Pateakos, vice president of Business Development for the South Region of MassDevelopment, continues to hold office hours at the United Regional Chamber office at 310 South Street in Plainville.

Jay is available to provide information and answer questions about how MassDevelopment can help businesses, financial institutions, and municipalities in southeastern Massachusetts.

He has announced his office hours for the remainder of 2022 and 2023. All office hours are from 10:00 a.m. - noon.
December 14, 2022

And in 2023
January 11, February 8, March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, October 11, November 8, and December 13.

  
For more information, email Jay or call 508-678-0533, ext. 1201.

Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Meetings Conducted via Phone and Conference Call



Nancy Lowd, Senior Business Advisor at the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC), will be conducting meetings by phone and conference call for the foreseeable future.

Call 508-673-9783 for a virtual appointment
The MSBDC is committed to helping your business succeed in Massachusetts. They provide free, confidential, one-to-one business assistance, and free or low-cost educational training programs to prospective and existing small businesses throughout the Commonwealth. The MSBDC fosters the start, growth, and sustainability of small business by providing high-quality, in-depth advising, training, and capital access.
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URCC MONTHLY MEETINGS

Our networking group meets on the first and third Wednesday of every month at 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., either at member Proctor Mansion Inn, 36 Common Street, in Wrentham or on Zoom (your choice). Only one person from each profession is invited to join this exclusive group that focuses on providing referrals.

Executive Express-O is meeting both in our office and remotely on the first Friday of every month.

MassDevelopment Jay Pateakos, vice president of Business Development for the South Region, is holding office hours every month.

Small Business Advising with the Small Business Administration is available remotely.

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