Celebrating Pride
June is Pride month, and across the area and the state LGBTQ+ celebrations are planned with many in-person events to enjoy. Share your Pride events, news, initiatives for us to add to this list. Bookmark and check back for ways…
A Story of Success and Continued Perseverance in the Face of COVID
Pfizer leadership shares vaccine development and lessons they will carry forward Pfizer, who forged a partnership with BioNTech two years prior, was well positioned to be the hero of 2020. BioNTech pioneered the mRNA platform as a technology for vaccines,…
Memorial Day: A Day of Remembrance
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” — President Harry S. Truman On Memorial Day, we…
Opening the Conversation on Immigration and Discrimination
Chamber hosted a panel of local professionals who shared insights from their experiences On May 18, the Chamber hosted a timely conversation American Identity and Immigration: Developing a More Perfect Union. Preceding by two days President Biden’s signing of the…
Get Fresh at Farmers Markets
Eating fresh is easy in Eastern Connecticut thanks to our numerous farms and the plentiful markets where they come to sell just-picked fruits and veggies. Any day of the week, you can shop at one of our local farmers markets….
Staying True to Core Beliefs
Farmtrue focuses on better living through better self-care When your business philosophy is truly rooted in your philosophy of life, that passion is expressed in everything you do. Kim Welch and Lynn Goodwin met when their desire to eat, sleep,…
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation Awards Over $88,000 to 29 Local...
Grants support programs that benefit children and families in Eastern CT The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation awarded grants in excess of $88,000 in support of 29 programs that benefit children and families in the region on April…
Time with Mom, Time for Mom
Celebrating Mother’s Day this year can be extra special. After a year of being apart, it’s finally a chance for time together. Or after being together so much, maybe it’s time to give mom some “me time.” Be ready on…
How Green Can You Be?
Being Green comes with the added benefit of saving some green. Our local Chamber members in the energy sector can help you discover ways to save money on your energy costs through efficiency and advanced technology. Energy audits provided by…
Earth Day 2021: Learn, Help, Enjoy
Many of our members have special Earth Day, or Earth Week, events. Education and participation in events help us help the Earth! Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: Earth Week events run April 19-25, include hikes, Zoom animal meetups, crafts online and…