The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce and Network of Executive Women, Milford, invite you to the

5th Annual Women's Leadership Summit Luncheon 2026

Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future

Friday, March 27th, 2026

12 PM – 2 PM

Bin 100 Restaurant

100 Lansdale Ave., Milford, CT

Behind every title is a story of leadership, resilience, and impact.

Get to know them — you’ll arrive inspired.

Dont miss this amazing event!



This Friday, March 27th, 2026

12 PM – 2 PM

*All tickets must be purchased in advance no tickets will be sold at the event*

TICKETS HERE

Join us for an inspiring luncheon featuring an incredible lineup of leaders and changemakers:

• Stephanie Thomas, 75th Secretary of State of Connecticut;
• Kara Kraus, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Lead Organizer with Milford Pride the LGBTQ community;
• Reverend Sara Smith, President and CEO of Nourish Bridgeport, attorney, and Senior Minister of United Congregational Church of Bridgeport;
• Tracy Nixon Moore, Principal at Moore Potential;
• The conversation will be moderated by Melissa Sheketoff, host of Melissa in the Morning on WICC 600 AM and 95.9 FM.

This is a powerful opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of a meaningful dialogue with women shaping our communities.

We encourage you to take a moment to read the bios of our incredible panelists below.

Topics include protecting your business from fraud, understanding new liabilities related to human trafficking within vendor and supplier relationships, and how to effectively engage with elected officials as the 2026 legislative session begins.



Free for Chamber members | $10 for non-members | Lunch is provided by Kaos

Registration is required.

Presentation begins at 11 a.m..

Lunch is included and is served at noon.

Q&A follows at 12:15 p.m.

Sponsored by Southern Connecticut State University.

Join us for the March Lunch & Learn with Connecticut Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas to discuss key business practices impacting our local business community.

Tuesday, March 31st, 2026

Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Conference Room

Connecticut Post Mall

1201 Boston Post Rd, Suite 1100,

Milford, CT

Join us for a Ribbon Cutting & Open House celebrating

Rumble Creative Studios

Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 | 11 AM

575 New Haven Ave, Milford

The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome this family-owned, sibling-founded creative space to our local business community alongside local officials and supporters.

Following a brief ceremony, guests are invited to enjoy a casual open house to tour the studio, explore its customizable sets and professional setup, and connect with fellow creatives, business owners, and community members. Designed to be a flexible, inspiring environment, Rumble Creative Studios supports photographers, content creators, and small businesses in bringing their ideas to life.

We hope you’ll join in celebrating and supporting this growing creative hub right here in Milford. .

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of Most Wanted Barber Studio LLC with a ribbon-cutting!

Most Wanted Barber Studio offers a full range of professional grooming services, including modern and classic haircuts, beard trims, and personalized styling. Known for clean, precise work and a welcoming atmosphere, the shop proudly serves both walk-ins and appointments.

Most Wanted Barber Studio offers discounted haircuts for Milford students, with High Honor students receiving free haircuts.

Tuesday, April 14th at 2:30 PM

225 Bridgeport Ave, Milford, CT

Thursday, April 16th,2026| 4:00 PM

West River Hall

37 Orlando Street

West Haven CT

Ticket's are just $15

Learn about business topics such as:

• How to form an LLC or corporation

• How to obtain necessary city permits

• Insuring your business and property

• Securing business financing

• Marketing and promoting your brand

• Hiring and managing employees

• And so much more!

Join us for the StartSmart Entrepreneurial Workshop and

Business Expo, where you’ll meet the region’s top experts ready to help turn your ideas into reality.

Are you thinking about starting

your own business, or are curious about what it really takes to become a successful business owner?

Join us for the StartSmart Entrepreneurial Workshop and

Business Expo, where you’ll meet the region’s top experts ready to help turn your ideas into reality!

Whether you're in the planning stage or ready to launch, this event can guide you through every step of building a strong, successful business in the West Haven and Milford Region.

Get your tickets now!

Join the Milford Regional Chamber in celebrating the official Ribbon Cutting for

R & M Cutlet Company

R & M Cutlet Company is a gourmet Italian deli known for blending classic Italian traditions with modern flavor combinations, offering signature cutlets, imported Italian meats, and house-made specialties crafted with fresh, simple ingredients.

Stop by to meet the team, explore their offerings, and enjoy a great local spot with strong community roots. 

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 | 11 AM

575 New Haven Ave, Milford CT

This event is free to attend

Saturday, April 25, 2026

11 AM thru 4 PM

Connecticut Post Mall

Center Court

1201 Boston Post Road, Milford, CT

Vendor Information

Vendor spots are available to Chamber Members and non-members.

For more information, fill out the form at the link below, or email Simon with other questions!

The West Haven & Milford Regional Home Show is back for another year!

This year's Home Show is presented by Total Realty, with supporting sponsor Mauro Motors and Comcast Business

Springtime is the perfect time to start planning your home improvement projects.

Meet the region’s best contractors, plumbers, electricians, landscape architects, and more — all in one convenient location.

The West Haven and Milford Regional Home Show will feature the newest ideas and trends in interior design, gardening, remodeling, home improvement, and décor.

Explore a wide range of exhibits, find fresh inspiration, and connect with industry professionals offering products and services to enhance every area of the home.

The event will also include educational seminars designed to inform and inspire homeowners. These sessions will share practical tips and expert insights on improving a home’s look, functionality, and overall market value, making the Home Show a valuable resource for anyone looking to invest in their living space.

Time to Tee Up for a Great Cause.

Colonial Toyota Milford Chamber Trust Golf Classic is back!

Enjoy a great day on the course while helping the Milford Chamber Trust provide scholarships that open doors for students in our community.

Monday, July 27th, 2026

5% Off for Foursomes registered by

March 31st, 2026

Use Code "EB5" at Checkout

Hole 2: Let’s Get This Round Rolling at Race Brook Country Club

8:30 am Registration

10:30 am Shotgun Start

Breakfast, snacks, happy hour, early dinner

Win A New Car for a

Hole-In-One! (2 Prizes!) 

*Great Gifts and *Raffle Items

*50/50 Cash Raffle

Why liking, commenting, and sharing on social media matters!

Engagement (likes, comments, shares) can increase a post’s organic reach significantly, sometimes by over 50% compared to low-engagement posts!

You’ve probably seen businesses ask for likes, comments, and shares— here’s why it matters!

Following a local business keeps you connected and helps boost its credibility and visibility, making it more likely that new customers will discover them.

Liking the post signals to social media algorithms that the content is valuable, increasing the chances it will be shown to more people.

Commenting creates stronger engagement, helping posts reach a wider audience while also building relationships between the business and its community.

Sharing is one of the most powerful actions—it puts the business in front of your own network and acts as a personal recommendation, which people are far more likely to trust.

Word-of-mouth—especially through digital sharing—has a major influence on purchasing decisions.

People are far more likely to trust a recommendation from someone they know than from a business itself.

Introducing StartSmart - A program for new and aspiring business owners

StartSmart will assist you in overcoming the roadblocks with real guidance and support.

StartSmart connects aspiring business owners with successful and accomplished business mentors who will walk you through your challenges one step at a time.

Whether you are struggling with developing a marketing strategy, acquiring funding, or even just getting a business plan on paper, StartSmart is the place for you. 

Your experiences matter — and they help others in our community discover what the Chamber can do!

If you’ve benefited from membership, networking, attended an event, or connected with us in any way, we’d truly appreciate your sharing your story in a Google review.



Your feedback helps others find us, strengthens our visibility, and supports the work we’re doing right here in Milford and beyond. It only takes a moment, but it goes a long way.

Thank you for being part of our community and helping us grow!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Evan Roeser

Franchise Communications Specialist

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc.

225 Littleton Rd., Morris Plains, NJ 07950

Office: 973-401-5578

ERoeser@weichertrealtors.net

Milford, CT (Grassroots Newswire)

March 19, 2026 – Weichert, Realtors^® - On The Mark is proud to announce that local agents were honored by the national franchise organization, Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., for outstanding real estate performance in 2025.

“We are incredibly proud of our affiliates and their agents for their remarkable achievements over the past year,” said Bill Scavone, president of Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. “Their dedication, expertise, and commitment to providing outstanding service truly set them apart. They persevered and found success during what was widely considered one of the most challenging years in real estate.”

The following agents earned recognition for reaching specified levels of real estate production in gross commission income or units closed in 2025.

Dena Liberman - Executive Club

Gregorio Santiago - Executive Club

Weichert, Realtors^® - On The Mark is an independently owned and operated Weichert^® affiliate.

For more information about Weichert, Realtors^® - On The Mark, please contact Mark Liberman at (203) 283 - 1422 or mark@onthemarkmgmt.com.

Local Agents from Weichert, Realtors^® - On The Mark Honored by Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc.

for Exceptional Real Estate Performance

About Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc.: Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. is a top real estate franchisor established in 2001 by Jim Weichert, president, chairman and CEO of Weichert Companies, which has been in operation since 1969. The company provides a clearly defined business model for operating, managing, and marketing a real estate brokerage, along with industry-leading technology, marketing tools, and support. Its first affiliate opened in 2002, and the franchise network has since grown to over 320 offices, serving markets in 40 states. The company has appeared on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list as a top residential real estate franchise and been identified by Franchise Business Review as a top franchise in owner satisfaction 11 years in a row. For more information about Weichert, visit Weichert.com. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit WeichertFranchise.com.

Each Weichert^® franchised office is independently owned and operated.

Purple Pantry 6th Birthday Celebration and food drive!

Vireo HR Advisory and Coaching is raffling a pair of Yankees tickets

to the opening weekend at the Birthday Party!

All proceeds will benefit the amazing non-profit Purple Pantry Boxes support in Milford, CT, and celebrates 6 years of supporting the food insecurity crisis in New Haven County.

Game tickets are for an April 4 game.

Raffle tickets are only available at the 6th Birthday event this weekend!

Saturday March 28th

 New England Brewing Co

The M Factor 2: Before The Pause (Perimenopause) + Expert Q&A

By: The M Factor Film

The M Factor 2 is a powerful new film continuing the vital conversation about women’s hormones, health, and the changes that shape this stage of life. Blending expert insights with women’s real experiences, the film looks at how perimenopause affects your heart, bone, brain, and sexual health, and the solutions helping women thrive through it.

Savin Rock Fireworks Committee raises funds to ensure a spectacular 250 Years Celebration!

We are so grateful for the ongoing support to help make this event possible year after year!

We appreciate the ongoing support from our community!

Check out all the ways you can help!

There are some ways you can help:

1. Attend one of our fundraisers or simply share our events to help spread the word!

2. Buy a fireworks t-shirt or tote for a $20 donation (available at Randall’s).

3. Create a fundraiser.

4. Join our committee!

5. Donate a raffle prize.

6. Send a donation through mail or Venmo at

Join the Walnut Beach Association Beach Market & Car Show

Presented by: Comcast and Modern Heating & Air Conditioning

This first-ever event brings together local vendors, classic and modern cars, food trucks, and a live DJ for a full, vibrant day by the beach!

The WBA is now accepting registration for cars in the show, along with vendor spots for the Beach Market.

Click below for more information.

All proceeds benefit the WBA, and the WBA Joe Garbus Scholarship Fund for Jonathan Law High School students.

More ways to connect local businesses!

The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a deal for all Members of the Chamber.

Barter Network has been in Milford for decades and has been a great way for smaller businesses to grow with limited risk. Try BNI for a year with the annual fee waived.

Join the conversation with Milford Arts Council, in partnership with Mermaid Books, on April 1st at 6:00pm.

Join “Organizing to Win” author Jimmy Tickey and Milford City Clerk Peter Smith for a conversation as a part of our America’s 250 Series: America’s Citizen Government

Jimmy Tickey’s new nonpartisan book is timely, practical, and empowering for anyone who wants to make a difference in their community. In an era of growing cynicism and deepening inequality, this book reminds us that democracy thrives when citizens engage.

The Milford Arts Council is located at 40 Railroad Ave. Milford, CT. 

Please register for your free space today.  

First Congregational Church of West Haven is hosting a Diaper Drive to help provide essential supplies for local families.

Drive Dates: March 15 – April 12

Donations of diapers (all sizes), pull-ups, and baby wipes can be dropped off at:

First Congregational Church of West Haven

1 Church Street - West Haven a/k/a

464 Campbell Ave.

"Thank you for helping us share care and compassion with families who need it most."

Please contact Stacy Riccio regarding donations.

Director of Outreach Coordination

sriccio@fccwesthaven.org

MOAR (Milford Orange Animal Rescue) is proud to host our Night at the Races!

This is a fun and meaningful way to support

the animals at Milford Animal Control.

Every dollar raised helps provide food, medical care, enrichment, and comfort to animals while they wait for their forever homes—and that helps move them into adoption faster.

As a volunteer-run organization, they work closely with the City of Milford and Animal Control to fund needs that go beyond the city budget, from daily care and training to improving facilities and overall quality of life for both dogs and cats.

Join us for a great night out while making a real impact for local animals. Your support truly makes a difference.

2026 Military Academy Service Night

Hosted by the Connecticut Congressional Delegation. 

This is an information session to provide students interested in attending a Military Academy.



Please share with your members, family and employees.