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Women Helping Women Event another Huge Success
thanks to the efforts of Kim Miles and Dot Butler!!!!!!! Over 600 were in attendance on April 5th at the Burlington Marriott. Eight amazing designers created dresses based on today's headlines. The winning dress, (pictured above) casino-inspired and made out of playing cards, was designed by Mary Grassi and modelled by Kathy Fallon. Dresses are now showcased in many of the shops downtown - the event was beyond description and plans are already in motion for April 2013!!!!!!!We encourage anyone interested in purchasing photos from WHW Project Runway event to visit click on "Event Ordering" Password: chamber
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Chamber Executive Director Cathy Alexander with Project Runway organizers Kim Miles (l) and Dot Butler (r) at the gala event at The Marriott
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Chamber Office hours
Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm
781.729.8870
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Display your business cards and brochures in the Chamber Office
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Deadline for
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Chamber members can list their events on the Chamber Website Bulletin Board for free. Send info to Bulletin Board
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Add your company's name to our growing gift certificate page on the web - it's free
gift certificates
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Sandwich Board Signs
The issue of regulating the use of SANDWICH BOARD SIGNS on the sidewalks in the downtown area has been debated by the Town. The Chamber has been deeply involved in the process and here is the final result of everyone's efforts
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President's Message
Spring has sprung and this is the perfect time to take a close look at your business. I don't mean the financial statement (I'm sure you did that preparing taxes) but HOW YOU & YOUR WORKPLACE LOOK! With all the trees and flowers bursting into color it's time to spruce up your daily appearance at work as well as your workplace environment. The age old motto, "dress for success", means you and your business surroundings ought to be fresh, updated, and pleasing to your customers. Otherwise, they may interpret that your business is not thriving and may lose confidence in your ability to serve their needs! So wash those windows, touch up the paint, get a new doormat, add some flowers or artwork, and if that carpet is too expensive to replace you might buy a colorful area rug to perk it up. Most of all get rid of any clutter. Use a filing cabinet or boxes to store old records out of sight. Listen to your voice mail message and update if needed. Finally, go shopping (preferable locally) and pick up a couple of new shirts, pants, scarves, shoes, jewelry, etc. to freshen up your wardrobe. We have a number of retailers, personal shoppers , organizers, and interior decorators in the Chamber who can help you with these tasks - just call the Chamber office for referrals or go on our website to search for local businesses. A small investment will invigorate you, your staff, and your customers!
Judy Manzo - President
Winchester Chamber Board of Directors
Jmanzo@bookendswinchester.com or cell 617 633-5421
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Helen Babcock has been selected as the 33rd Citizen of the year for her many years of service to the community of Winchester.
She is currently serving as chairperson of the Council on Aging,
is a member of the Multicultural Network and a Griffin Foundation trustee. Everyone is invited to celebrate at the gala event on
May 22nd to be held at the Burlington Marriott 6:30 PM
Congratulations Helen
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seats are $60 per person checks payable to The Winchester Chamber of Commerce send or drop check at The Chamber Office
25 Waterfield Road Wincehester MA 01890
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Executive Director's message
Let's talk about the Farmer's Market, Friday May 4th at 8:15 am at the Chamber office. Fred Yen will be here to listen to your comments and how we can partner with the market to make it a win-win for everyone.
Thanks to Richard Howard for taking the time to address the annual meeting for the Winchester Chamber. It is most encouraging to listen to the town manager who is very in tune with the business community and who is there to offer his services whenever possible. He has made an incredible effort to attend many of the meetings, functions and events here in Winchester so that he now understands the difference between Enka and Winton and is more than a figure head sitting in Town Hall. We are most fortunate to have such a bright, caring person as our new manager who will be there as a person who has a real understanding of what the business community needs and how to help improve business for all.
Cathy Alexander
Executive Director, Winchester Chamber of Commerce
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May is here which means it's time for the beautiful flowering baskets to be hung downtown. It is the continuing generosity of our citizens and organizations that makes this happen. If you have supported this project in the past, we thank you. If you haven't participated before, please consider making a contribution this year. Your support of any amount will be greatly appreciated.
Please send donations to
The Winchester Chamber of Commerce
25 Waterfield Road Winchester MA 01890
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Thank you for your help beautifying Winchester!Winchester Chamber of Commerce
The Winchester Garden Club
The Winchester Home & Garden Club
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WINCAM ON DEMAND
Starting on April 27th, WinCAM viewers will be able to watch local programming on-demand, 24 hours a day on wincam.org If you missed the most recent Winchester Board of Selectmen Meeting or that WHS lacrosse game - now you can tune in anywhere, anytime. The easy-to navigate on-demand player is embedded right in the home page. You can even watch on your tablet or smart phone! Simply log on to wincam.org and select the file you want to view. Also built into the player is a scrolling banner space which will allow local establishments to promote their business while supporting WinCAM's efforts. Through a small, monetary or in-kind donation to WinCAM, local businesses will be acknowledged in a dedicated space within the player - but never over the video. This is a great way to promote your business to potential local customers. WinCAM is proud to offer this exciting new service. It's just another reason why WinCAM is Winchester's source for local, member-based media. And don't forget: a lot of what you'll see on WinCAM channels is produced by volunteer, resident producers - and you can do it too.
For more information on membership opportunities, underwriting opportunities or other WinCAM programs or services, call at 781-721-2050 or stop at 80 Skillings Road, in the back of Winchester High School
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 CHAMBER AFTER HOURS
Before our summer break, take some time to socialize with your fellow Chamber members.Enjoy some delicious food at our final Chamber After Hours on Thursday, June 14th! This event will feature food catered by Pairings Wine and Food, and will be hosted at Bonnell Ford on Cambridge Street.
Time: 5 - 7PM - make a point to stop by after work!
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With Winchester's 31st Annual Town Day rapidly approaching on June 2nd, don't let your business or organization be left out! There is a late fee for entries received after May 18th and the event has sold out of exhibitor space for the last several years. If you want to promote a Town Day special, program ads must be purchased and submitted also by May 18th. Copy for your ads should be sent to Application forms and information is available at Remember that current Chamber members get a See you on June 2nd!
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Calendar of Events 2012
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May 2 Chamber Board Meeting 7:45 - 9:00 AM
All members welcome to attend
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May 22 Citizen of the Year Gala Event
to honor Helen Babcock Burlington Marriott 6:30pm _________________________________________ June 1 & 2 Town Day Friday Night and All Day Saturday _________________________________________ June 6 Chamber Board Meeting 7:45 - 9:00 AM
All members welcome to attend ___________________________________________ June 14 Bonnell Motors Business After Hours 5:00 - 7:00pm
All members welcome to attend _________________________________________
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