Happy Retirement, Pat!
We'd like to wish our Executive Manager, Pat Cloutier, a happy retirement! Pat has been with the Chamber since its earliest days - supporting local businesses, directing visitors, connecting members and offering advice. She has been such a valuable member of our organization, and she will be greatly missed.
Thank you for everything, Pat!
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Ready for Fall?
Indigenous Peoples' Day (Columbus Day) marks the end of the 'season' for many local businesses. For others, it's an opportunity to take a breath before the holidays. We hope you had a great summer - and we look forward to having a moment to catch up with you in the next few months. We'll be getting ready for Nightmare on Federal Street, Holiday Marketfest and more.
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Wiscasset Area Chamber Business After Hours
*Tonight* October Business After Hours
at Lincoln County Dental - Thursday, October 9, 4:30-6:30pm
November Business After Hours
at Costigan Forest Antiques - Thursday, November 6, 5:30-7:30pm
*stay tuned for details*
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New Hours at WACC Office
The Chamber office on Bath Road will be staffed M & W from 8:30am-12:30pm and F 10:00am-2:00pm; the building will continue to be open for information and guidebooks from 9:00 am-4:00 pm M-F.
Brie DiPerri, currently Vice Chair of the Board, will be filling in as interim Executive Manager for now.
We can still be reached at info@wiscasssetchamber.com.
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Scarecrow Festival News
We had a great time at the Scarecrow Festival this past Saturday. Scarecrows and vendors and face painting... oh my!
Head on over to our Facebook page to view the winners in our 7th Annual Chili, Chowder and Pumpkin Dessert Contest, and many more photos of this great family event!
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Scarecrow Fest Continues!
Vote for your favorite scarecrow!
A number of businesses and organizations have placed scarecrows around town and you can vote for your favorite.
Head to our Facebook page to find out where they all are and vote for your favorite from now through October 30th! Winner will be announced at Nightmare on Federal Street.
Scarecrow Contest Voting
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Grant Opportunity
The Wiscasset Creative Alliance is excited to announce the return of its Fund for Good grant program, now in its second year. These grants are designed to support projects and initiatives that reflect the Alliance’s mission to connect and strengthen Wiscasset’s cultural, historical, and creative communities.
Applications are now open and must be submitted by October 15, 2025. Recipients will be notified by December 18, 2025, with funds distributed beginning February 15, 2026. Grants are open to organizations, community groups, and individuals. While no maximum award has been set, funding is expected to be modest and tailored to the scope of the proposed project.
To apply, visit the Fund for Good page at www.wiscassetcreativealliance.org or request an application by emailing wiscassetcreativealliance@gmail.com.
Founded in 2019, the Wiscasset Creative Alliance is a legal 501(c)3 charitable organization; gifts to the Alliance or any of its programs-Wiscasset Art Walk, Museum in the Streets, Wiscasset Marketfest, Schoonerfest, Homes on Tour, and Wormfest are tax exempt as allowed by law.
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Wiscasset Homes on Tour - Saturday, Oct. 18,11am-4pm
Historic Homes Express Early Shipping and Entrepreneurial Wealth
A collection of historic, and extravagant, homes will be open to the public during Wiscasset Homes on Tour, on Saturday, October 18, from 11am to 4pm. Located in or near Wiscasset Village, the stately homes on tour harken back to the town’s early shipping days and embody the wealth of those entrepreneurial residents.
Tickets for Wiscasset Homes on Tour are $30 each. Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance of the tour. Tickets can also be purchased on the day of the tour from 10:30am to 2:30pm, at the parking lot at 36 Water St., Wiscasset, ME, with parking and bathrooms nearby. All tickets will be picked up at this location. Cash, checks, and plastic accepted.
More tour details and ticket purchase can be found at www.wiscassetcreativealliance.org. For questions, call 214-232-3699 and please leave a message which will be answered promptly. ‘Homes on Tour’ is a fundraiser for Wiscasset Creative Alliance to support the Alliance’s community programs.
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Sign Up for the Chamber Member to Member Discount Program today!
Go HERE to find out more about the program and how to sign up. Member to Member cards will be mailed soon.
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Lincoln County Regional Planning Commission (LCRPC) and Lincoln County Emergency Management Agency (LC EMA) are requesting public comment on the draft 2026 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The public comment period is open from October 1, 2025 – October 10, 2025.
Every five (5) years municipalities and the County identify infrastructure, engineering, and education projects that will mitigate against natural disasters relevant to their jurisdiction. A detailed risk assessment is performed to inform which disasters are present in an area and assess the costs and probability of disasters.
Participation in, and adoption of, the Plan by Lincoln County and municipalities, along with formal approval by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allow additional federal funding opportunities for hazard mitigation planning and projects.
The Plan is available for review and public comment via the LC EMA and LCRPC websites, with an online comment form to submit your input on the Plan draft. You can read the plan and prove your feedback by clicking the links below!
View Draft Plan Public Comment Form
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Intro to Employee Ownership and ESOPs
October 15, 2025 • 10 am • REGISTER
A Silver Tsunami of Baby Boomer business owners threatens businesses, jobs, and growth in the coming years. Business Advisor Chris Dodge will discuss exit plans and employee ownership options, including cooperatives and employee stock ownership plans (ESOPS).
Startup Series: Business Planning Tools
October 21, 2025 • 10 am • REGISTER
In this second session of our Startup Series, Business Advisor Vien Dobui will introduce practical tools to help you turn your business idea into a working strategy. You’ll leave with tangible tools and frameworks to help clarify your direction and take the next step with confidence.
Small Business Success Stories: Hard Lessons & Big Wins Panel
October 28, 2025 • 2 pm • REGISTER
Hear from Maine SBDC clients who have weathered the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Panelists will share how they overcame unexpected challenges, what they wish they knew starting out, and the wins that made it all worth it.
Need help? Connect with a business advisor here.
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The Wiscasset Chamber Info Center is located at 297 Bath Road and is open year round.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Friday.
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Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce | www.wiscassetchamber.com
(207)882-9600
info@wiscassetchamber.com
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