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UPCOMING EVENTS
    

Downtown Business Mtg. 
Tuesday, February 16
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Details 

A Coffee Break 
Restaurant Guidelines 2016 
Wednesday, February 24 
2:00 - 3:00 PM 
The ABC's of Membership
Thursday, February 25  
8:00 - 9:00 AM 
Details

Eye Opener
Saltwater Yoga Studio 
Friday, February 26  
8:00 - 9:30 AM 

The Big Day  
Wedding Showcase
Ipswich Country Club
Sunday, March 6
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Breakfast & Business
Congressman Seth Moulton
Tuesday, March 8
7:30 - 9:00 AM
UPCOMING
ANNUAL EVENTS
 
The Big Win
Thursday, March 31
Newburyport Elk's Lodge
Health & Wellness Fair
Saturday, April 9
Community Senior  Center
Spring Fest
Sunday & Monday
May 29 & 30
Downtown Newburyport
Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 13
Renaissance Country Club
Get your lucky ticket today for a chance to win up to $10,000 CASH in our Big Win drawing!
Calling all Wedding Professionals
 Sign up for a Booth at The Big Day  Wedding Showcase!
Photo Albums
"State of the City Address" Breakfast
 Sponsored by:
National Grid
Photo credits:
Peter Zoltai:  Header  
Eva Timothy:  Lampposts
Suzanne DeGeorge:  River from Maudslay State Park 
February 15, 2016 
Member News & Events

Celebrate Brine's Three Year Anniversay - One Week, Nine Chefs, Copius Local Oysters & Caviar - Join Proprietor Nancy Batista-Caswell and Chef Justin Shoults in Newburyport as they welcome some of New England's most talented chefs starting Tuesday, February 16.  Read More

The O'Connor Ives Update
- Featuring news on major legislation passed this fall, such as a number of veterans bills and a comprehensive substance abuse prevention bill, as well as progress reports on legislation Ives filed this session.  Read More

How To Determine Whether An Employee Is Exempt From Overtime Pay - Properly determining whether employees are exempt from overtime pay is critical to any business. To assist businesses with their compliance efforts, Law Office of Todd A. Newman P.C. has put this article together explaining how to determine whether an employee may be designated as exempt from overtime pay.  Read More

Our comprehensive and holistic approach to physical therapy gets you better faster!  OrthoWell Physical Therapy is a full service orthopedic and sports physical therapy clinic with locations in Newburyport as well as Beverly. In our clinic, you will experience a holistic and comprehensive approach to physical therapy that gets our patients better...faster!  Read More

Classical and Jazz Performance - Pianist Frederick Moyer will perform on Sunday, March 13, at 4pm at the Unitarian Church, 26 Pleasant St., Newburyport, the third of four concerts in the 2016 Jean C. Wilson Music Series.  Read More
  
NEF Texas Hold 'Em Fundraiser -
6th Annual Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament fundraiser on Friday, March 4th at 6 pm at Newburyport City Hall to benefit the Newburyport Public Schools.   This event is open to the public, and spectator friendly, however ticket purchases required to play (and win!) in the tournament. Grand Prize of $1,000 to the top finisher.  Read More

Merrohawke Nature School Summer Signups - Programs are filling fast; sign up today.  Read More

Here's a list of what is happening this week.  Be sure to click the More Member Events button below to see a full list of events.

Monday, February 15
  * 
Vacation Week at Seaside Ice Through 2/18

Tuesday, February 16
  * 
Downtown Business Member Meeting with Mayor Holaday
  *
Energy Flow with Sarah Oleson Yoga
  *
Hot Power Yoga with Sarah Oleson

Wednesday, February 17

  * Warm Beginnings Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Long Term Care Seminar at Newburyport Senior Community Ctr.
  * Chippendales 2016 Break the Rules Tour at Blue Ocean Music Hall

Thursday, February 18
  * Deep Stretch and Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Book Club at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Ctr.
  * Seaglass Throwback Thursday with Boston Psychic

Friday, February 19
  * Friday Night Wine Down at Mill River Winery
  * Seaside Ice at Blue Ocean Event Center
  * Voyage: The Ultimate Journey Tribute at Blue Ocean Music Hall
  * Cosmic Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
  * The Actors Studio of Newburyport Presents COLLABORATION TOO

Saturday, February 20

  * Slow Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Blue Ocean Event Center Bridal Open House
  * Book Club at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Ctr
  * Seaside Ice at Blue Ocean Event Center
  * Moonlight Oldies Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
  * The Actors Studio of Newburyport Presents COLLABORATION TOO
 
Sunday, February 21
  * Conservation Cinema "Free Willy" at PRNWR Visitor Center
  * All Levels Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * The Actors Studio of Newburyport Presents COLLABORATION TOO

Submit a news release or event  for free!  Email Anne Wilt.
Meet the Member
 
Port City Sandwich Company
40R Merrimac Street, Newburyport
978-358-8628  |  Website 

Newburyport has long enjoyed a tradition of great family owned businesses, and Port City Sandwich Company, located next door to the Chamber's offices, has significantly upped that ante since it opened in early 2012. 

Co-owned and managed by former Capital Grille Manager Tyke Karopoulos and Tyke's mother Susan Barnard, along with Tyke's wife Jamie and brother Scott,  Port City Sandwich Company's winning combination of homemade breakfast foods, creative and fresh sandwiches, mouth-watering soups, award winning chili and Sue's signature dessert bars has made it one of the most popular eateries in greater Newburyport. 

In addition to a brisk breakfast and lunch business, Port City also does a significant amount of catering for many local businesses and organizations, priding itself on fresh food, reasonable prices, and free delivery and set-up.  Each April it undertakes its largest catering job when it prepares 1,200 fresh boxed lunches for the Institution for Savings' annual Credit for Life Fair for area high school juniors. 

In addition to being a three-time winner of North Shore Magazine's BONS Award, Port City also is a great community partner. It donates its services and gift cards to many local non-profit organizations and events and hosts an early-morning complimentary pre-Thanksgiving Day breakfast for the entire Newburyport High School football - no small task or expense if one knows football players! 

Want to see for yourself?  Stop by today for a delicious Captain Bob Breakfast sandwich (named for well-known boat captain Bob Yeomans) or the signature West Newbury sandwich, followed by a sweet and chewy blonde brownie.  Get there early though because they don't last long!  Port City Sandwich Co. is open seven days a week from 8am to 3pm.

If you would like to be featured in our "Meet the Member" section, please email Anne Wilt.   FREE... but must be scheduled in advance.
Chamber News
How are you planning to market your business in 2016?  Let us show you how our marketing program can help you reach a wider audience. As a Chamber member, you have the option of participating in the complete Comprehensive Marketing Package or just choosing the options that interest you. The full package consists of an Ad in the Newburyport Guidebook, accepting the Newburyport Gift Card at your location, participating in the Communications Package as well as helping beautify Newburyport throughout the year.  Read More

Calling all Aspiring models - Our annual Big Day Wedding Event is coming up on Sunday, March 6th and we are looking for models to "strut their stuff" during the Fashion Show. Interested?  Contact the Chamber by email.

Ever thought about sponsoring a Chamber event?  There are so many options out there which are budget friendly for any business!  We are looking for a company to sponsor our March breakfast with Congressman Seth Moulton and also sponsors for our Wedding Event "The Big Day" Wedding Showcase!  Call 978-462-6680 or email Ann Ormond.

Bored, out of work, enjoy public contact?  Check out this great opportunity to get involved in your community:
 Part-time Volunteer Receptionist for the Chamber; front office reception, answering the phone, interfacing with visitors and staff, selling the Newburyport Gift Card, keeping brochure racks updated, and various support tasks as needed. This is a part-time Volunteer position for 4 hours every week. If you have basic office experience, enjoy working with the general public, and are familiar with the goings on in the Newburyport area, please call or email Anne Wilt; 978-462-6680.
Member2Member Email Communications
The Chamber can send a Member2Member email on your behalf to get your message out to over 1,500 recipients. Click here for more info.

This Month's Member2Member Communications:
* Suffering from knee & hip pain? See if Mako is right for you!
* Help Benefit Children and Families - Pettengill House, Inc.
* The Party! A Silver Soiree - The Firehouse Center for the Arts
* Alcohol at Your Door Within 1 Hour - FREE DELIVERY!
* Make a Difference - Be a Mentor!

Read What's New on Our Blog! 

Perspective of a New Resident in Newburyport -  A few weeks ago, we hosted local historian, Ghlee Woodworth, and her presentation on the Urban Renewal in Newburyport during the 1970's.  

As a six year resident of Newburyport, it was eye opening to see the rollercoaster of history that this town has endured.  Read More

Interested in guest blogging? or want to offer a suggestion about a story?  Email the Marketing Department.
Advertise in our weekly newsletter, which goes out to over 1,950 local recipients. For information, click above or contact Chris Johnston.
Regional News
 
Snow Emergency Parking Bans - Mayor Donna D. Holaday reminds residents, business owners, employees and visitors about the ways in which the city notifies the public when a parking ban / snow emergency has been declared.  Read More

MassDOT Newsletter
- Weekly updates to stay informed about on-going accomplishments and successes on the road to reform and shed light onto the many challenges transportation agencies are working through each day to better serve the public. View the latest newsletter here

Whittier Bridge/I-95 Improvement Project - Stay up-to-date on the progress & traffic alerts. View updates here.

Free Business Counseling - SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) offers FREE counseling to individuals who would like help starting a new business, or who own a small business and need assistance with any of their business issues. Appointments available on Tuesdays at the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce. Schedule your appointment by calling 978-462-6680. Click here for info.

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