Newsletter – November 7, 2024

In This Issue: Annual Chamber Awards Gala, Final Weekend of ‘The Father’ with Everyman Repertory Theatre, The Oystermen in Concert at Searsport First Congregational Church, Business Coffee Downtown with Our Town Belfast, Free Tour of GO Logic with Belfast Senior College, Happy Wanderers and Wednesday Waldo Walk with Coastal Mountains Land Trust, National Homeless Youth Awareness Month Benefits with But Still I Am One, Sugar & Spice Drive with First National Bank, Rabies Clinic at Waldo County Pet Food Pantry, The Dilemma of Diabetes presentation at Penobscot Shores Retirement Community, Fall Cooking Classes at Bay View Point Event Center with Crave ME., Trust Your Gut Retreat with The Healing Garden Maine, Live Shows at Hey Sailor, and so much more!

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Newsletter – October 31, 2024

In This Issue: Get Your Tickets for the Annual Chamber Awards Gala, Halloween Witches Row with DoryWoman Rowing, Trunk or Treat at Rip Tide Smoke Shop, Trunk or Treat at Veracity Chapel, Opening Weekend for ‘The Father’ with Everyman Repertory Theatre, Sip & Splurge with Our Town Belfast, Coin & Currency Auction with DownEast Auctions, First Friday with Belfast Flying Shoes, Fall & Christmas Fair at Searsport First Congregational Church, Tigh na Coille Irish Music in Searsport, Blueberry Pancake Breakfast with Belfast Maine Rotary Club, Belfast Farmers’ Market Moves Indoors for the Season at new Location, and so much more!

Have a safe and Happy Halloween! This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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Newsletter – October 24, 2024

In This Issue: Annual Chamber Awards Winners Announced, Broadway Musical Revue at Penobscot Shores Retirement Community, Artists After Hours and Potluck at Waterfall Arts, Dine-to-Donate at Bowen’s Pizzeria and Deli, Fourth Friday Art Walk ~ Belfast, Maine, Belfast Lions Club – Belfast, ME Ghostly Gallop 5k, Cirque de Screams Haunted House at the Belfast Maskers, Night at the Museum with Owls Head Transportation Museum, Monster Mash Halloween Party at Stone Tree Farm & Cidery, Halloween Party at The Front Street Pub & Harborwalk Restaurant, Open House at The Healing Garden Maine‘s New Location, Belfast Community Radio Presents Del Rey and Local Stars, and so much more!

This photo comes to you from our Information Center window, and some wonderful items from Keyes Pottery & Left Bank Books. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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Annual Chamber Awards Winners Announced

The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to present this year’s Chamber Awards winners, voted in by our members and the community! Their dedication and contributions to our local business community have not gone unnoticed, and this recognition reflects the impact they have made. In keeping with tradition, the Chamber Partnership Award winner and the Citizen of the Year Award winner will be announced live at the gala.

The Annual Chamber Awards Gala will be held on Friday, November 8th, in the Bay View Room at the United Farmers Market. Special thanks to our Gala Celebration Sponsor, SolarLogix. We will celebrate success with an evening of elegant eats and delectable desserts provided by Delvino’s. There will also be live music, a photo booth, a wine pull and a cash bar. Purchase your tickets online here (with a processing fee) or you can pay via phone, check, or in person at the Chamber office at 33 Main Street. Join us and celebrate these amazing achievements!

Business Growth Award – Sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank

BELL THE CAT (Belfast)

Rising Star Award – Sponsored by Stanley Chevrolet

PORTABLE PIE PLACE (Searsport)

Hometown Heritage Award – Sponsored by Camden National Bank

BELFAST CURLING CLUB

Waldo County Business Award – Sponsored by First National Bank

HEY SAILOR (Searsport)

Health Care Partner Award – Sponsored by Waldo County General Hospital/MaineHealth

WALDO COUNTY BOUNTY

Resiliency Award (NEW) – Sponsored by Central Maine Power

NAUTILUS (Belfast)

Chamber Partnership & Community Building Award – Sponsored by Front Street Shipyard

LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE GALA

Citizen of the Year Award – Sponsored by Mathews Brother Company

LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE GALA

Newsletter – October 17, 2024

In This Issue: Last Chance to Vote for the Annual Chamber Awards Nominees, The Belfast Poetry Festival Weekend, Live Music at Hey Sailor, The Year to Save the Earth Music Program at Unitarian Universalist Church of Belfast, Maine, Fundraising Dinner for Friends of Sears Island at Anglers Restaurant, No Shelf Control Authors at Grump & Sunshine Bookshop, Rocktoberfest at Belfast Curling Club, Lindy Hop Class and Dance Night at Belfast, ME American Legion Post #43, ‘I’ve Been Wrong Before’ Opening Reception at Waterfall Arts, Halloween at the Waldo County YMCA, MidCoast Maine Community Square Dance Party with Belfast Flying Shoes, ‘No One Told Me’ Documentary at Belfast Free Library, Seasonal Dinner Series at Bell The Cat, Inc., Toddy Pond Farm Fall/Winter Season, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from the amazing Northern Lights display over Belfast Harbor, captured by DoryWoman Rowing. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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Newsletter – October 10, 2024

In This Issue: Annual Chamber Awards Nominees Announced, Fling into Fall in Searsport, Opening Weekend for ‘Months on End’ with the Belfast Maskers, Community Doggie Cookout at Delvino’s Grill & Pasta House, Maine Friends of Music Concert at Searsport First Congregational Church, Conservation Landscaping Program with Belfast Garden Club, Jonesville Live and Season Closing Weekend for The Club Marina and Bar, Author Events at Left Bank Books, Midcoast Public Transportation Conversation with Waldo Community Action Partners, Closing Weekend at Whale’s Tooth Pub, Business After Hours at the Waldo County YMCA, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo reminds you to save the date for our Annual Chamber Awards Gala on Friday, November 8th! Vote for the award nominees now through October 18th and get your tickets reserved for the gala soon! This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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Annual Chamber Awards Nominees Announced

We are honored to present this year’s Chamber Awards nominees! You can find full descriptions for these nominees on the ballot. Please vote for a single nominee from each award category. Awards voting ends on October 18th at 5:00pm EST. Winners will be called and then officially announced October 22nd via membership email, at BelfastMaine.org, and on our social media.

In keeping with tradition, the Chamber Partnership Award winner and the Citizen of the Year Award winner will be announced live at the Awards Gala on November 8th.

Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees! Please share with your family, friends, and clients!

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2024 Chamber Awards Nominees:

Business Growth Award

Belfast Community Co-op

Bell the Cat

GO Logic

Seaport Community Health Center/PCHC

SolarLogix

Rising Star Award

Dos Gatos Gastropub

Grump & Sunshine Bookshop

The Healing Garden

The Homeport Inn & Tavern

Keep It Clean Heat Pumps

Portable Pie Place

Hometown Heritage Award

Allen Insurance & Financial

Belfast Curling Club

Camden National Bank

Home Supply Center

Macleod’s Furniture

Mathews Brothers Company

Northport Golf Club

Waldo County Business Award

Aster & Rose Restaurant

Hey Sailor & Starboard Lounge

Maine Alpaca Experience

Wild Grace Farm

Health Care Partner Award

Belfast Rotary Club

Waldo County Bounty

Waldo County Triad

Resiliency Award (NEW)

Front Street Shipyard

Marshall Wharf Brewing Co.

Nautilus

Young’s Lobster Pound

Town of Searsport (including all businesses affected by construction/storms)

Chamber Partnership & Community Building Award

(Selected by the Chamber/Board of Directors)

Come Boating

Our Town Belfast

Senior College at Belfast

Waterfall Arts

WBFY Belfast Community Radio

Waldo County YMCA

Citizen of the Year Award

Kim Fleming, Waterfall Arts

Kathy Given, Belfast Harbormaster

Mary Mortier, Belfast City Council

Megan Pinette, Belfast Historical Society & Museum

Bob Richards, City of Belfast

J.B. Turner, Front Street Shipyard

Newsletter – October 3, 2024

In This Issue: Waldo County Pet Food Pantry Hosts Rabies Clinic, Belfast’s Got Talent at the Colonial Theatre – Belfast, Chantelle Fit Event at City Drawers, DownEast Auctions Weekend, Maine Crafts Association Weekend (including Waterfall Arts, Mainely Gallery and Studio, Fiddlehead Artisan Supply, Keyes Pottery, and more), Belfast Bay Beer Bash at Three Tides & Marshall Wharf Brewing Company, Nature Outing with Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition, Grove Cemetery Walking Tour with Belfast Historical Society and Museum, A Child Shall Lead Color Run at Waldo County YMCA, Shred-It Day at Maine State Credit Union, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from our own Belfast Harbor sunset. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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Annual Chamber Awards Gala – Tickets & Sponsorships

CELEBRATING SUCCESS WITH AN EVENING OF ELEGANT EATS & DELECTABLE DESSERTS

Including Award presentations, Live Music, Catering by Delvino’s, and a Cash Bar

Thank You to Our Gala Celebration Sponsor:

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The Annual Chamber Awards Gala will be held Friday, November 8, 2024 from 5:30pm – 8:00pm in the Bay View Room at the United Farmers Market of Maine. Get your tickets now!

CLICK HERE to purchase tickets online (with a processing fee) or Chamber members can request to be billed and pay via phone, check, or in person at the Chamber office.

Sponsoring our annual business gala presents a unique opportunity for your brand to shine! By aligning your company with this prestigious event, you’ll gain unparalleled visibility, showcasing your commitment to community engagement and business excellence. The gala attracts the broad local community, allowing you to make connections and elevate your brand’s reputation. Additionally, your sponsorship will highlight your support for local initiatives. Join us in making this event a memorable evening while positioning your business as a key player in the community.

CLICK HERE for Awards Gala Sponsorships

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STAY TUNED FOR THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THIS YEAR’S AWARDS NOMINEES AND HOW YOU CAN VOTE!

This year’s awards include:

Business Growth Award
This award recognizes a business that has demonstrated outstanding growth and success within the community, contributing to economic vitality and local development.

Rising Star Award
This award recognizes a new business that has been around for three years or less and holds the promise of being here for many years to come. The new business may be creative, innovative, unique and/or fills a need in the community.

Waldo County Business Award
This award recognizes a business located outside Belfast that have made contributions to the economic growth, community development, and cultural richness of the surrounding areas.

Health Care Partner Award
This award recognizes an individual or organization outside of the health care profession who through their actions demonstrates a commitment to our shared vision of making our community the healthiest in America.

Hometown Heritage Award
This award recognizes a business or organization that has been integral to the community for many years, honoring their role in preserving local culture, history, and traditions through their growth and sustainability over time.

Chamber Partnership & Community Building Award
(Selected by Chamber/Board of Directors)
This award recognizes a member who demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering collaboration and engagement with the Chamber for the benefit of the community. This includes actively supporting local initiatives, creating meaningful partnerships with other organizations, and contributing to the overall well-being and development of the community. We seek businesses or individuals that not only excel in their industry but also prioritize social responsibility, inclusivity, and sustainable practices, showcasing a genuine investment in the community’s growth and prosperity as a Chamber partner.

Citizen of the Year
This award recognizes a person who has made an outstanding positive impact in Waldo County, either through a single event or on a continuous basis. Nominees can be from any occupation, including business, education, services, medical, government, a charitable organization or they can be a resident.

(NEW) Resiliency Award
This award recognizes a business that has demonstrated exceptional strength and adaptability in overcoming challenges, such as storm damage or the long-term impacts of highway improvements. Nominees must showcase innovative strategies for recovery and growth, highlighting their ability to not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. We seek businesses that have engaged with the community during these difficult times, contributed to local recovery efforts, and implemented sustainable practices that promote long-term resilience. This award honors those who embody the spirit of perseverance and community support.

Newsletter – September 26, 2024

In This Issue: Head of the Tide Conversation with Coastal Mountains Land Trust, International Maritime Film Festival in Bucksport, Fourth Friday Art Walk ~ Belfast, Maine, Audition for Belfast’s Got Talent at the Colonial Theatre – Belfast, Chalk Walk with Waterfall Arts, Art Works for Humanity Reception and Auction with Habitat for Humanity of Waldo County, Belfast Soup Kitchen Fundraiser with Anni & the Rainmakers, Reading of ‘Volpone’ by Everyman Repertory Theatre, MidCoast Maine Community Square Dance Party, City of Belfast, ME Council Candidates Forum, Business Coffee Time with Our Town Belfast, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from our recent Business After Hours and ribbon cutting event with Bell The Cat, Inc. in Belfast. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

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