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CHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES

Welcome to your weekly Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce newsletter!

We’re excited to share the latest events, news, and resources designed to help your business thrive.

The Weekly Roundup is here!




Join Michael and Simon as they catch you up on everything happening at the Chamber!

CHAMBER EVENTS

WE'RE ON THE BACK NINE!


The Golf Classic is almost here!

We're making our final push and still need:

🏌️ A Few Golfers

🤝 Sponsors

🎁 Amazing Raffle Prizes

🙋 Volunteers

Now's the time to step up, pitch in, and be part of an incredible day on the course!

Email Simon for more information SMcDonald@Milfordct.com


Monday, July 27th, 2026

8:30 AM - Registration & Breakfast

10:00 AM - Event Start Time

3:30 PM - Dinner & Raffles

TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW: CLICK HERE

Colonial Toyota presents

the 2026 Milford Chamber Trust

Golf Classic

For nearly three decades, golfers have come together to support local scholarships through the Milford Chamber Trust Golf Classic.

Golfers will have two chances to win a brand-new vehicle with a Hole-In-One, compete for a $5,000 putting prize, and enjoy raffles, giveaways, a 50/50 cash raffle, and more!


Gather your team and reserve your foursome today.

REGISTER HERE

Discover a New Way to Connect with Donors

Nonprofits and nonprofit board members are invited to join this upcoming Zoom session to learn about Shopping Anyway®, a free mobile app designed to connect people who want to help with organizations that need support.

The platform allows nonprofits to post needed items, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising events in one convenient place while providing real-time notifications, two-way communication, and easy donor tracking.

If you're looking for a simple, effective way to engage supporters and streamline your organization's needs, don't miss this virtual learning opportunity.


If you're looking for a simple, effective way to engage supporters and streamline your organization's needs, don't miss this virtual learning opportunity.



Join this Zoom link at the time of the event to participate: CLICK HERE


Thank you also to Rockin' the Beach supporting sponsors, Weichert on the Mark Property Management, Walnut Beach Arts & Business Association, and Minella & Tramuta, Attorneys at Law. 

Rockin’ the Beach, Walnut Beach Concerts are back and

brought to you by Xfinity

Join us Sundays from 4:00–7:00 PM at the Walnut Beach Pavilion for free live music, ocean breezes, and summer fun.


Pack your beach chair, bring your friends and family, and make a day of it at Walnut Beach! 


Admission is free. Just bring your beach spirit and get ready for a great summer evening by the water!  

2026 Milford State of the CIty Address

Join us for our annual State of the City luncheon featuring Mayor Richard Smith. Hear firsthand about Milford's accomplishments, current priorities, economic development, and what's ahead for our community and local businesses.

Whether you're a business owner, community leader, or resident invested in Milford's future, this is a valuable opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, network with fellow professionals, and hear directly from the city's mayor.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged with the future of Milford.

*Registration link coming soon*

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

12:00–1:30 PM

Tyde at Walnut Beach • 72 Broadway, Milford


Register today and join the conversation shaping Milford's future.

Register now- CLICK HERE


CHAMBER UPDATES

We asked you to vote for

the Best of the Milford Region,

and on Monday, July 13th, we came together to celebrate the outstanding people and businesses you chose!

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the 2026 Best of the Milford Region winners. We were thrilled to see such an incredible turnout!

A special thank you to so many people and businesses: Thank you to Riva Bar & Restaurant for the outstanding hospitality; our Presenting Sponsors, Modern Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, and Sammy Rivera-Budget Transmission Center; without our sponsors, things like this would not be possible!

Thanks to our award-winning restaurants for the delicious food samples; Brian Smith for serving as our emcee, and our local mayors, West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer and Milford Mayor Rich Smith.

for joining us in the celebration.

Most of all, congratulations to all of this year's winners—and thank you to everyone who voted and helped make this year's Best of the Milford Region Awards such a memorable evening!

Special shout-out to Camilla Albuquerque for capturing the evening so beautifully!

More pictures from the evening and some videos: CLICK HERE

From spider and varicose veins to hemorrhoidal issues, discover how their expert team is helping patients find lasting relief and better health.

This week in the Chamber Health & Wellness Corner, meet Alyna Garaffalo of The Vein Institute and learn about the comprehensive vein care they provide.

From spider and varicose veins to hemorrhoidal issues, discover how their expert team is helping patients find lasting relief and better health.

COMMUNITY EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Newsletter submissions must be received no later than 12 PM on Friday for publication on Tuesday


Join us for NOSMO KINGS at the next Saturday Sound Sessions at the

Walnut Beach Arch


Saturday July 25th | 4-6 PM

Presented by the Walnut Beach Association

More information: CLICK HERE

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 196, is excited to be hosting an Anchor’s Away-Yacht Rock fundraiser event at the American Legion Post 196 on August 1, 2026.

 Our focus is helping local Military Veterans and doing many local community service projects. Our success has been through volunteerism and donations. 

The generosity from businesses and individuals like yourselves is what we rely upon to make our events a success and enable us to assist our local Veterans and community with their many different needs.

 Also, if you prefer, we’re gathering raffle items and gift cards/certificates which will help raise additional money. 

Please contact Laura Ambrogio L.a.ambrogio@gmail.com or

203-305-6887.

Thank you in advance for your consideration and support.

 We couldn’t do it without you! Your donation is 100% tax deductible. Our EIN: 06-6084601

 

East Shore Unit 196 25 Merwin Avenue  Milford, Connecticut 06460-7902


 

August 15, 9am to 5pm

Milford Green | 84 Broad St., Milford, CT Admission: FREE


More information: CLICK HERE

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