Guest Blog: Wild Birds Unlimited If you enjoy feeding and watching your backyard birds, then you probably want to do as much as you can to practice your hobby safely and ensure the birds’ overall health and well-being. While the…
Agricultural fairs are a highlight of summer and the cattle, sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens are back in the barns. Exhibition halls showcase the best of local crafters, bakers, and artisans. Rides on the midway, fair food, contests, live music,…
Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare Your eyes are an important, but often overlooked, part of your overall health. Learn what you can do to help protect your vision. Eye care experts recommend a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending…
The ECTys recognize businesses, nonprofits, innovators, and individuals Each year, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT recognizes businesses and organizations for their excellence, innovation, and contributions with the Regional Chamber Awards, the ECTys. On July 22, the Chamber will…
Fun returns this summer as downtowns and venues around the region again host monthly and annual festivals. Art shows, food festivals, and special town celebrations continue into September. Explore a new town and enjoy food, music, games and fun! Eat…
This summer the sky will light up again with fireworks shows in the region. That’s not all that’s lighting up summer. Enjoy summer fun with special events and performances around the region! Fireworks! Moved to Friday, July 9, Killingly hosts…
Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare Considering yoga? Here are just a few of its health benefits. Yoga is a leading health-and-wellness practice, with about one in seven American adults claiming to practice yoga in a 2017 survey. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shuttered yoga…
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation granted scholarships to six graduating high school seniors in the region, totaling $7,500 in awards. Students who have demonstrated dedication to their education and to their community were recognized for their accomplishments….
The Chamber welcomed U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney for a virtual Business Breakfast on June 9. Congressman Courtney provided important updates on relief efforts related to the pandemic and a look to the future, outlining the opportunities for eastern Connecticut in…
Juneteeth marks the day, June 19, 1865, when 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas, and announced that enslaved people were free under the Emancipation Proclamation. Though Lincoln had signed the proclamation on January 1, 1863, it was not…