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Lighting the Way to Alzheimer's Resources
Today, nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's and over 11 million are their unpaid caregivers — an escalating health crisis that affects many in our community. Join us for an informative discussion to learn about the impact of the disease, where to turn to for local resources and support groups, and ways you can join the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Wednesday, June 11th 10:30 - 11:30am Tidewater Lighting & Design 665 Boston Post Road, Old SaybrookLocated in the same
Fix It, Don’t Toss It! Join The Rockfall Foundation’s Repair Café on June 14, 2025
Got a stubborn zipper, a beloved sweater with a hole, or a drawer full of dull knives? Don’t throw them away—we can help! The Rockfall Foundation, in cooperation with the City of Middletown Recycling & Public Works, RiverCOG, Sustainable Essex, Reboot Eco, and Mr. Fix This! will be hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, June 14, from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, at the historic deKoven House, 27 Washington St, Middletown. At this free community event, skilled volunteers will help fix and teach you how to fix your
Duck River Garden Club Celebrates National Garden Week with a Full Week of Community Events
Duck River Garden Club Celebrates National Garden Week with a Full Week of Community EventsOld Lyme, CT – May 29, 2025 — The Duck River Garden Club invites the community to join in a weeklong celebration of National Garden Week, June 1–7, 2025. The Club has organized a series of events in the towns it serves that highlight the joy of gardening, community service, and environmental appreciation.Schedule of Events:Sunday, June 1 – 11:30 AMBirdhouse Dedication at the Old Lyme Historical Society55 Lyme Street,
ML Cattel Foundation Hosts Corn Hole Tournament
We are having a Corn Hole Tournament on June 7th, 2025, at Clark/Firemans Field on 210 Elms St, Old Saybrook, Ct. Sign in is at 11:00am, the bags will fly at 12:00noon. We are raising money to benefit two local 501(c)3 charities. The Lyle Eastman Scholarship Fund from Westbrook, Ct. and The Disabled American Veterans. It is a BYOB and we will be serving food for purchase. We are having a Teacup Raffle, Silent Auction, Lottery Tree and a ring toss for wine bottles. You can check out our online auction
Dine & Donate Event at Cuckoo's Nest
Join us at Cuckoo's Nest for great food and to make a difference! Gather with your family, friends, and co-workers for a fun-filled lunch or dinner — all in support of the Walk to End Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Association. Yes, there will be purple margaritas! PLEASE share with your inner circle — the more the merrier, and the bigger the impact! A portion of the day's proceeds will support the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Alpha Dog Events is Seeking Local Vendors and Exhibitors
Alpha Dog Events is seeking local vendors and exhibitors for our monthly Bark Markets at Clark Field the last Sunday of every month. They run 10am to 4pm. We have music, food truck, concessions, and of course our Alpha Dog Fun Run Course for Dogs. Chamber member special, if you sign up for 3, the first one is free! Standard spaces that retail for $75 are $50 for chamber members, $35 for 501c. Visit myalphadog.net for details, follow us on social media, or contact Ralph at 860.681.9639 for more
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SCORE Welcomes New Members to Eastern Connecticut Chapter
SCORE Welcomes New Members to Eastern Connecticut Chapter OLD SAYBROOK, CT -- Katherine Bazinet, Betsy Pollak, and Greg Mickelson have joined the Eastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, a national organization that provides free mentoring to start-ups and existing small businesses. "It’s exciting to have new members like Katherine, Betsy and Greg join SCORE,” noted Margo Weitekamp, Chair of the Eastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE. “They each bring a wealth of business knowledge and experience that will
