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UPCOMING EVENTS
 
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
Member Mixer
at The Port Tavern
Photo credits:
Peter Zoltai:  Header  
Suzanne DeGeorge:  River from Maudslay State Park; Lowell's Boat Shop 
February 22, 2016 
Member News & Events
 

McDougall + Duval Hires New Digital Marketing Director - McDougall + Duvall, an award-winning advertising, marketing, and public relations firm located in Amesbury, Mass., has hired Madeline Anderson-Balmer as Vice President, Digital Marketing Director. Anderson-Balmer will guide the digital and social media strategy for all of McDougall + Duval's clients.  Read More 

Matter Communications Expands Boston Footprint - Matter Communications, an award-winning PR and social media firm with in-house creative services and search marketing groups, today officially opened a larger office in Boston's historic North End that will enable both client and employee expansion in the region.
Read More

Local Realtor Achieves National Recognition - Corinne McKeown, Broker Associate of Keller Williams Realty, has received national designation as a Realtor� with special expertise in meeting the needs of buyers and sellers over the age of 50. Read More 
 
Winter is Fun at Essex Street Inn -
From now to March 31, Essex Street Inn invites you to experience the warmth and charm of Newburyport: cozy up by the fireplace in your room, and enjoy dinner on them at the legendary Grog Tavern & Restaurant, which has been in nearly continuous operation since just after the Civil War. Read More

Business Plan Competition - If you have a business idea, a company less than three years old, or an established business with a new strategic direction located on the North Shore, consider entering the Enterprise Center's annual competition. Entries are due no later than Wednesday, February 24th.   Read More

Jeanne Geiger 4th Annual White Ribbon Breakfast - The White Ribbon Day Initiative:  The Massachusetts White Ribbon Campaign is a part of a worldwide movement for human rights that engages men to help end violence against women, men and children.  Join us for the breakfast on Tuesday, March 22nd.  Read More

10 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Physical Therapy Clinic - OrthoWell Physical Therapy as the information you need to avoid the pitfalls that may occur when you choose the wrong physical therapy clinic for your needs.  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 22
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Seascape Creations Workshop at Seaglass

Tuesday, February 23
  *
Children's Hospital Bloodmobile at Institution for Savings State Street Branch

Wednesday, February 24

  * Warm Beginnings Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Newbury Kayak and Canoe's Movie Night and Hot Dish Competition

Thursday, February 25
  * Deep Stretch and Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Seaglass Throwback Thursday with Barry Scott & the Lost 45's

Friday, February 26
  * Friday Night Wine Down at Mill River Winery
  * Gourmet Donut & Wine Pairing at Mill River Winery
  * Seaside Ice at Blue Ocean Event Center
  * Broga Master Class with Robert Sidoti at Saltwater Yoga Studio
  * Marc Cohn at Blue Ocean Music Hall
  * Cosmic Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
  * Molly Sweeney by Brian Friel at the Actors Studio of Newburyport

Saturday, February 27

  * Slow Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Gourmet Donut & Wine Pairing at Mill River Winery
  * Souper Saturday at Emma Andrews Library
  * Seaside Ice at Blue Ocean Event Center
  * Moonlight Oldies Bowling at Leo's Super Bowl
  * 7th Annual Winter Blues Festival at Blue Ocean Music Hall
 
Sunday, February 28
  * Sweat & Sweet Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Seaside Ice at Blue Ocean Event Center
  * Gourmet Donut & Wine Pairing at Mill River Winery
  * All Levels Flow Yoga with Sarah Oleson
  * Molly Sweeney by Brian Friel at the Actors Studio of Newburyport

Submit a news release or event  for free!  Email Anne Wilt.
Meet the Member
 
Atlantic Vacation Homes
(a Division of AVH Realty, Inc.)
115 Prospect Street
Gloucester, MA 01930 
978-283-4777  |  Website 

Atlantic Vacation Homes is the premier real estate & vacation rental company on Boston's North Shore, with over 30 years of creating dream vacations for our guests.

We specialize in vacation home rentals for families and groups and our large selection of rental properties will suit every need and wallet.

If you are a homeowner on the North Shore, call us to professionally manage your vacation rental property or to take advantage of our full-service real estate brokerage, AVH Realty, Inc.

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.  Read More

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
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

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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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