Chamber News 1-18-08
- Membership Survey
- The following survey, produced by the Chamber’s Membership Committee, is an effort to assess the programs you would like to see the chamber develop, modify or host to benefit YOUR business.
FILL OUT THIS SURVEY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO BE USED AT OVER 100 BUSINESSES IN THE MYSTIC AREA.
We appreciate your input.
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- Update your listing on www.mysticchamber.org today!
- Post your news, events and business information.
- Attention members of the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce, would you like to post your events and news online and have them included in the eblast?
Please follow these directions:
Go to www.MysticChamber.org
go to "Members Only" (Located along the top of the website.)
Type in your User Name and your Password. If you do not know these, contact the Chamber (860-572-9578) and we will supply you with the info needed.From here you can add your business description, post all your events and news articles. if you want your news or your events included on the eblast, you must check the
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- Marketing for the Entrepreneur
- Wednesday January 23 2008
- A discussion of what the marketing process really is and how to design a marketing plan for your business. How to develop unique selling points to deliver compelling offers to target market, provide outstanding customer service and outrun the competition.
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- Ribbon Cutting and Open House - Edward Jones
- Thursday January 24 2008
- Join the Chamber in welcoming Bob Henderson and his staff to their new location at 34 Water St., Suite #4 (1st floor) in Historic Downtown Mystic.
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- Starting a Business in Connecticut
- Thursday February 07 2008
- The essential facts for anyone considering starting a business. Topics include traits, skills and resources necessary to be an entrepreneur, legal forms of business, taxes and regulations, accounting, insurance, how to obtain financing, and how to buy a business or franchise.
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- City Cabaret 2008 - High Society Concert
- Thursday January 10 2008
- Come hear the music play! City Cabaret 2008. High Society, playing Dixieland jazz, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 20, in the auditorium at the City of Groton Municipal Building. Tunes by the greats of the early jazz period. Sponsored by Groton Utilities and the City of Groton Parks and Recreation Department. Free admission. No alcohol. Come hear the music play!
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- The Sun WineFest '08
- Saturday January 19 2008
- Don't miss this culinary extravaganza -- meet some of this country's greatest chefs, winemakers, spirit producers and the creators of world wide craft beers, trappist ales and organic beer. The Grand Tasting showcases the finest wines, an extensive variety of boutique spirits and ales in addition to wine related accessories. Regional, national, and international suppliers pour over 600 varieties and producers offer personal commentary, answer questions, and provide information on their wines, vineyard tours and pricing. Distinctive New England restaurateurs will be on hand to offer signature-tasting portions for a minimal charge.
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- New Year, New You event
- Tuesday January 29 2008
- Receive a:
25min Express Massage or a 25min Express Facial,
Warm Cream Manicure
&
Make-up Refresher - Get the details »
- Fianancial Management and Cash Flow
- Wednesday February 13 2008
- Cash is King! A business must end every day with enough cash to open the next day. This workshop will help a business owner understand cash management and budgeting. It will also include some simple ways to use data from the accounting system to make decisions that lead to profit and liquidity.
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- SAVE THE DATE!
- The Real McCoy
- WORLD PREMIERE of The Real McCoy
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- Groton Business Association - Chelsea Groton Bank
- Thursday February 21 2008
- Monthly Meeting, Business Updates and Breakfast
Location: Chelsea Groton Bank
Address: 904 Poquonnock Road
Groton, CT 06340 - Get the details »
- Investment Workshops
- Tuesday February 26 2008
- INVESTMENT EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
Are you unsure about your financial future? Does your retirement picture have you confused? Does the current stock market and economy keep you awake at night?
If you have any of these questions, or would like more financial education about investments, retirement planning, and other financial topics, one of these sessions may be for you. There are currently 3 courses offered at Stonington High School, through the Continuing Education Department:1. Understanding the Basics of Investing
2. Moving Towards Your Financial Goals
3. Arriving at RetirementThese courses are being taught by Bob Henderson,
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- Small Business Accounting
- Wednesday February 27 2008
- A demonstration of basic accounting and how QuickBooks handles common business transactions. So much more than bookkeeping, QuickBooks can help manage customers, vendors, assets, and most important, help develop strategy. QuickBooks Accounting will save more time than it takes.
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- Riverfront Needs Your Old Blinds!
- Are you updating? redecorating?
- The Riverfront Children’s Center of Groton is seeking Venetian style blinds or mini blinds for the windows in our storage rooms.
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- Every Monday is “Employer Day” at CTWorks
- The CT Works Job Centers host businesses on Mondays for employee recruiting.
The Centers have been used successfully in the past year assisting many local companies.
This service is available in our four offices: Danielson, New London, Norwich and Willimantic.
Contact names and phone numbers are located at the end of this announcement.
Hundreds of positions have been filled in distribution, manufacturing, production, retail and other industries.
This service is “FREE” for both profit and nonprofit employers.
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- Transcription Club
- Do you have a box of old family letters or recipes that you have difficulty reading and need help deciphering? A newly formed Transcription Club, created jointly by the Mystic River Historical Society, the Denison Homestead and the Avery-Copp House, will meet on Monday, January 7, 2008 at the Denison Homestead in Mystic, CT at 12:30 p.m. Attendees may bring their own projects, or help others with their difficult documents. Current members are staff from local history organizations as well as individuals working on their own family papers.
The Club meets on the first Monday of
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- Message from Economic Census, U.S. Bureau of the Census
- From: Economic Census, U.S. Bureau of the Census
The time is upon us! Next week, starting December 17, more than 4 million American businesses, including 3,900 businesses in New London County, received 2007 Economic Census forms. Businesses that do not receive a form (typically very small) are not required to do anything, but those businesses that receive a form are required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code) to complete and return it. The due date is February 12, 2008.
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- Swearing-In Ceremony of J. Darren Stewart
- Swearing-In Ceremony of J. Darren Stewart as Chief of Police
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- Northeast Utilities Supports seCTer Program with Major Gift
- At the January 17 meeting of the Southeastern CT Enterprise Region’s (seCTer) Board of Directors, Douglas Fisher, Manager of Economic Development and Community Relations for Northeast Utilities Systems, presented the organization with a check for $10,000 to support its planned 2008 Site Consultants’ Tour. The Tour, planned by seCTer’s Business Development Committee, which is chaired by board member Tricia Cunningham, will be held later this year. This type of event was offered to developers, corporate real estate executives and site consultants several times in the past. Its purpose is to introduce potential new businesses and relocating
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- Member Discount for Mohegan Sun
- Hello All,
Mohegan Sun would like to extend a discount to ALL Chamber members for the following
Toby Keith
Anne Murray
Bowzer's Doo Wop Party: Vol. VII - Get the full story »
- "Sweet Interlude" Couples Valentines Day Package
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