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Oct. 2014
The monthly newsletter of Northwest Connecticut’s Chamber of Commerce
Featuring
The Debut of the
2014 Survey
of NW CT Businesses
Sponsored by
A grant from
Thursday, October 30, 2014
8:00 a.m.
At Fairview Farm Golf Course & Banquet Facility
300 Hill Road, Harwinton
Breakfast will be served.
$30 p.p. Members / $50 p.p. Non-Members
RSVP to the Chamber at 860-482-6586.
Northwest Regional Workforce
Investment Board
Brooks, Todd & McNeil Insurance
UCONN Torrington
Dymax Corporation
Northwest Community Bank
Webster Bank
9 Days Best of Japan
TOKYO * KYOTO * OSAKA
Train Auction
November 1st - 4pm
KidsPlay Annex, 69 Main Street, Torrington
This is your chance to purchase one of the
beautiful artistic creations.
March 22-30, 2015
Celebrate the tradition of Japan! Begin your journey in
Tokyo, the heart of Japan, ride the world’s first bullet
train to the historic city, Kyoto, enjoy a Sake Tasting and
explore the culture of Japan. Your memorable 9-day
journey concludes in one of Japan’s largest cities,
Osaka. If you’re lucky, you may even see the cherry
blossoms.
Tickets $50
PREVIEW PARTY
OCTOBER 30TH - 5-7 PM
KidsPlay Annex, 69 Main Street, Torrington
Tickets $5
FULL DETAILS ON PAGE 11
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MEMBER NEWS
MINIATURE ART AUCTION TO BENEFIT PRIME TIME HOUSE
The number of artists in Litchfield County has grown and galleries are popping
up everywhere. Recently ‘TOHO’ (Torrington Heart of the Arts) has been used
to describe the city, particularly its flourishing art district. Consider then that
Prime Time House was at the forefront of this movement over a decade ago in
holding several successful miniature art auctions which recognized and paid
tribute to this creative community. Once again we are holding a similar event
on October 11th, at the end of national Mental Illness Awareness week, at the
Warner Theater Atrium. Over 35 artists have donated a newly commissioned
small work of art for display and purchase at the silent or live auction. Artwork
is limited to 6” by 4” or 24 square inches for dimensional art. Tickets are $30 in
advance and $35 at the door which includes wine, beer and light refreshments.
For more information contact Kathi at (860)618-2479 ext. 103 or
kweinstein@primetimehouse.org.
NEW CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES AT NORTHWESTERN
Mental Health First Aid: This course reviews mental health, mental illness,
mental disorders and their prevalence in the community. Financial Security –
The Basics: It’s never too late to put sound financial practices into
place. Develop your action plan today! For full course descriptions go to
www.nwcc.edu and click on the Catalog link for the Fall 2014 schedule of
courses or call 860-738-6444 for more information.
LITCHFIELD SALTWATER GRILLE INVITES YOU TO STOP BY
Litchfield Saltwater Grille offers live music every Friday night starting at
8:30pm. Also, new for football fans…3 large flat screen TVs, food and beer
specials every Monday, Thursday & Sunday! Stop on by, they would love to
see you. Visit www.litchfieldsaltwatergrille.org for more information.
SOUTH FARMS IN MORRIS OPENS CORN MAZE
The South Farms Corn Maze opened Saturday, September 13th at 21 Higbie
Road, Morris, CT. Starting on September 19th, the AmandaBakes Airstream
food trailer will be onsite weekly with offerings of hot cider, coffee, and cocoa
in addition to Warm Apple Crisp with homemade whipped cream and made
from scratch seasonal cookies. Regularly on Sundays, in addition to the
AmandaBakes Airstream, corn maze guests can stop at The Morris
Marketplace for a bite to eat at the Marketplace Grill and pick-up the freshest
selection of foods at the areas farmers’ market on a real working
farm. Regularly scheduled hours are Saturday 10am to 5pm, and Sunday
11am to 4pm. Special hours and private events can be arranged for larger
groups during off-hours, by emailing info@southfarms.org. The entrance fee
for guests 4-years and older is $6, children 3-years and younger are
free. Parking and ticketing for the maze is located at the South Farms “White
Barn” parking lot. Closings and maze conditions will be posted on the South
Farms Facebook page.
COLLETTE HURST QUINTET TO PERFORM
The Collette Hurst Quintet will perform jazz standards, classic pop songs, and
original music at the Litchfield Hills Wine Market Benefit Wine Tasting for the
Friendly Hands Food Bank on October 4, from 2 to 4:30 pm. Friendly Hands is
a non-profit charity organization that has been working to meet the needs of
low-income families and individuals in the greater Torrington area for over
twenty-three years. Supported by local residents and businesses, it strives to
provide meals to well over 500 families serving 2,500 people each year. The
event will feature wine, food, and music. www.collettehurstquintet.com
PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER
A pasta dinner to benefit Friendly Hands Food Bank will be held Friday,
October 10 from 5:00 to 7:30 PM at St. Peter/St. Francis School Cafeteria, 360
Prospect Street, Torrington. Tickets are $10, children under 6 are free. Food
will be prepared by Scarpelli’s. Tickets available at Friendly Hands, (50 King
Street, Torrington) Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets will also
be available at the door.
TORRINGTON CIVITAN CLUB TO HOST AUTUMN TAG SALE &
FLEA MARKET
Torrington Civitan Club will hold their Autumn Tag Sale & Flea Market on
October 4th from 9 am - 3 pm, rain or shine at RJB contracting parking lot, 588
Winsted Rd. Torrington. The event will feature a gift basket raffle, mum flower
sale, Civitan tag sale table, and a variety of vendors. Vendor space is 10’ x 10’
and costs $30 if received by Sept. 27th, thereafter cost is $40 cash or money
order only. Cost is non-refundable. Spaces assigned first-come basis day of
event. Vendor set up begins 7 am and breakdown begins 3 pm. On-site parking
and sanitary facilities. For info call: Kathy at 860-482-3851 or Stephanie at
jwpeltier@yahoo.com.
JACI CARROLL’S KATHIE HANRATTY TO BE HONORED
Kathie Hanratty, president of Jaci Carroll Staffing Services, will be inducted into
the American Staffing Association’s Leadership Hall of Fame Oct. 13 during the
opening general session of Staffing World® 2014 in metro Washington, DC.
The award was created in 1985 to recognize outstanding individual
contributions made through dedicated service to ASA and the staffing industry.
Hanratty is a second-generation staffing professional, having followed in the
footsteps of her mother Jaci Carroll, who was inducted into the ASA Leadership
Hall of Fame in 1997. This marks the first time a mother and daughter have
been named to the ASA Leadership Hall of Fame.
The American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing recruiting
and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its chapters advance the interests
of staffing firms of all sizes across the sectors through legal and legislative
advocacy, public relations, education and the promotion of high standards of
legal, ethical and professional practices. Hanratty has served in many
leadership positions within the industry and in her community including ASA
chairman in 1999 and serving on the ASA board of directors for more than a
decade. Locally she has served on a variety of boards of directors for area
organizations.
SCOVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY TO HOST “BUILD YOUR
MARKETING TOOLKIT” WORKSHOPS
Scoville Memorial Library, in collaboration with Northwest Connecticut’s
Chamber, will offer a two-part workshop series. Matt Service of Service
Internet Solutions will present Build Your Marketing Toolkit: A framework for
small businesses and organizations.
On October 30th session will teach attendees: what marketing really is (and
isn’t); how marketing has changed in ways that benefit small businesses; the
importance of setting goals and objectives for their marketing efforts; the 4
pillars of marketing success - a framework that shows how different marketing
activities all fit together; and, will help small businesses reflect on their own
marketing program. It’s okay to start small, to start where you already are.
The November 6th session, “Campaigns that Drive Action: Newsletters &
Announcements Featuring Email and Social Engagement” will teach attendees:
the different types of newsletters; what to write about in your newsletter or
announcement and how to consider using images; subject line best practices;
when to send your newsletter; the importance of understanding how connected
email and social media are…they have to be done together; and, what types of
additional tools might be useful. To register, visit the following websites:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?
llr=o8yj8vn6&oeidk=a07e9s311upa5acc93c and
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?
llr=o8yj8vn6&oeidk=a07e9s33sija0369b8d.
Northwest Connecticut’s Chamber of Commerce
333 Kennedy Drive, P.O. Box 59, Torrington ~ 860-482-6586 ~ Fax 860-489-8851 ~ nwctchamberofcommerce.org
JoAnn M. Ryan, President & CEO - joann@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
Anita Rosa, Vice President Finance & Operations ~ anita@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
Sherri Dadomo, Director of Events ~ sherri@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
Lauren Smith, Director of Programs ~ lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
Nancy DePecol, Director of Sales ~ nancy@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
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From The Desk of JoAnn M. Ryan
Chamber President & CEO
There’s nothing creepy,
So don’t be weepy,
It’s only the Chamber’s Halloween.
There’s a huge full moon,
You’ll continue to hear about us soon,
While we focus on increasing the awareness of NW CT.
You’re not a bore,
Why not come to meet SCORE,
Any challenge you face will be addressed.
Have some candy corn,
Our programs won’t make you mourn,
There’s plenty to fill your bag with knowledge
and suggestions.
No goblins or ghosts while drawing up your plan,
To our Leadership programs everyone ran,
It’s time to receive the benefit of education to carve
your success.
I hear you’re dressed up as a witch,
But remember the Manufacturers’ Coalition you can’t
ditch,
It’s one way to strengthen many strong employers with
jobs waiting for you.
It’s our ghoulish wish,
Take time to help FISH,
No pantry should be empty especially at this time of year.
Don’t be slimy,
Please be timely,
There are only a few days remaining to help the
United Way.
Please come to the All Aboard Auction for a train,
This will bring you much fame,
And you’ll be helping KidsPlay and the
Chamber Foundation.
Please don’t boo,
At anything we do,
You’re always in our thoughts with the resources
we provide.
The Chamber is not even haunted,
Nothing can leave us daunted,
Our volunteers are with us every step of the way.
There are no ghosts,
Of that we can boast,
We’re surrounded by people who really do care.
No pumpkins, cats or vampires hanging around our
tombstone,
Although it sometimes feels like we work to the bone,
To increase the awareness of economic, cultural and
civic opportunities.
You might think we’re spooky,
Maybe even a bit kooky,
Laugh often we say and enjoy each day.
Trick or treat,
Not just any old feat,
We’re promoting economic growth while enhancing
the quality of life in NW CT.
Happy Halloween!
NEW MEMBERS
The Edison Grill, LLC
Interview Skill Coaching Academy
860-485-1401 - www.edisongrill.com
Jeremiah & Michelle Czyz
178 Birge Park Road, Harwinton
Type of Business: Restaurants
978-604-0943 - www.iscacademy.org
Mark Efinger
12 Hurlburt Road, Great Barrington
Type of Business: Consultants
Goshen Farmers Market
Resources Management Corp.
860-307-5426 - www.goshenfarmersmarket.com
Tina A. Torizzo
P.O. Box 45, Goshen
Type of Business: Non-Profit Organizations
860-868-1830 - www.resourcesmanagementcorp.com
Diane Johnstone
9 Bryan Plaza, P.O. Box 348, Washington Depot
Type of Business: Investment Advisor
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Real Estate
600+ Acres in Highland Lake
neighborhood with 500' frontage on
Rt. 800 and near Route 8 of Exit 46.
Lender owned and must sell.
(we have others, too!)
Tom Hill III,
CCIM/SIOR
Tom Hill Realty
& Investment, LLC
203-206-8631
Advisory Services / Fee work
Listing Presentations
Strategic Planning
How can I help you?
Many more commercial
opportunities on:
www.tomhill.com
Northwest Connecticut’s
Chamber of Commerce welcomes our
newest Corporate Sponsors:
Thank you for your
commitment and support.
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Meet Our First Segment Instructor!
Cindy Donaldson
Returning for her second year as our 1st segment instructor is Cindy Donaldson!
Cindy is a marketing and sales strategist with over 25 years in the industry. Considered an innovator and thought leader on personal and company branding, Cindy’s strength is creating “buzz” and
excitement for industries that traditionally didn’t have to do outbound marketing & sales such as
Insurance, Health Care, and Municipalities.
Cindy was a top award winning salesperson for the Sir Speedy Printing franchise; beginning her
career in North Carolina and then transferring to Connecticut. She later moved on to start Brookhollow Marketing, working with small to mid-sized companies. In 2008, one of her clients, Founders Insurance Group, asked Cindy to become their in-house Director of Marketing & Sales, she
held that position until 2013. During her tenure, she gained national recognition for Founders’
social media marketing, branding & sales efforts. Cindy quickly became a go-to in the insurance
industry for marketing and sales strategy and was asked to sit on several Carrier marketing think
tanks and is a member of the Agents Council for Technology. She holds her CT & NY Property and
Casualty Insurance Producers License.
In 2013, the Entrepreneurial bug bit once again and Cindy launched Red Barn Consulting – a Marketing & Sales Strategy firm and in January of 2014 launched Agency University, LLC a training
company for independent insurance agencies nationwide.
LOOKING FOR MENTORS, GRAPHIC DESIGNERS AND
WEB DEVELOPERS TO GET INVOLVED!
YEA! Business Mentors commit to seven classroom visits, taking place from December 10- February 11 and continued out-of-class
support through email and phone. You’ll have the opportunity to assist your student group in the process of developing and writing
a business plan and creating an investor presentation used to request funding. We also encourage you to share your business experiences with the group over the course of your meetings. Previous students have indicated that hearing first-hand accounts from
members of the business community make a significant impact on what they are learning.
YEA! Graphic Designers commit to one classroom visit; the remainder of the work is done via email or phone. Graphic Designers
act as volunteers, however, if a student group is appropriately funded at the Investor Panel Event, designers will be compensated
$75 per group. Graphic Designers create the following for each of their business groups: brochure, business cards, web template,
logo, letterhead.
YEA! Web Developers consult with the student groups and ultimately create a website for one or two student groups. These web
sites will have a significant impact on the students’ ability to launch and run their own REAL, albeit modest, business or non-profit
organizations. Web Developers act as volunteers, however, if a student group is appropriately funded at the Investor Panel Event,
Developers will be compensated $75 per group. Developers create a simple website for the students. Students needing more
elaborate web sites may negotiate pricing with the web developers, for work to be completed after funding is obtained.
To become involved, contact Lauren at 860-482-6586 or email YEA@nwctchamberofcommerce.org.
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9 Days Best of Japan –
TOKYO * KYOTO * OSAKA
March 22-30, 2015
$3,288 per person based on
double occupancy
(Single Supplement: $770 p/p)
Roundtrip
International Airfare
in Economy Class
(Newark/Tokyo Osaka/ Newark)
4-5 star
hotel accommodations
4 nights in Tokyo &
3 nights in Kyoto
Daily
International
buffet breakfast,
3 dinners
JR Bullet Train
Pass, coach
transfers
English
speaking guides &
escorts
Celebrate the tradition of Japan! Begin your journey in Tokyo, the
heart of Japan, ride the world’s first bullet train to the historic city,
Kyoto, enjoy a Sake Tasting and explore the culture of Japan. Your
memorable 9-day journey concludes in one of Japan’s largest cities,
Osaka. If you’re lucky, you may even see the cherry blossoms.
Call the Chamber at
860.482.6586 for more
information today!
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Thank You
so much!
The 10th annual WOW! Forum took
place on September 26th at the Neag Performing
Arts Center in Torrington with over 250 women taking
part in this spectacular conference. The Chamber would like
to take this opportunity to thank everyone who
contributed to making this day a success!
Event
Sponsors
Advisory
Committee
Premier Sponsor
Chair
Monica Diulio, Northwest Community Bank
Barron Financial Group, LLC
Speaker Sponsors
Dr. Deb
Hemlock Directional Boring
Litchfield Magazine
The Warner Theatre
Members
Luncheon Sponsors
Alcoa Howmet
Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield
BD
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
HealthyCT
Northwest Community Bank
TD Bank
Reception Sponsors
BerkshireStyle
Conquest Consulting
Elevator Service Company, Inc.
Litchfield Bancorp
Litchfield Woods Health Care
Thomaston Savings Bank
Vice-Chairs
Zavatkay, Northwestern CT Community College
Donna Marconi, The Warner Theatre
Beth Aleksinas, Bramasole Wellness & Fitness
Diane Carroll, The Washington Agency
Vinni Carey, Town of Thomaston
Darlene Clouther, The Clouther Agency
Sherri Dadomo, NW CT Chamber
Dana Forchette, University of Connecticut Torrington
Dawn Gutowski, J&B Industries
Tia Haberern, Torrington Savings Bank
Kristin Lamanna, Bowen Agency, LLC
Gina Lestage, Alcoa Howmet
Melissa Root, Litchfield Bancorp
Cathy Roscello, Torrington Water Company
JoAnn Ryan, NW CT Chamber
Heather Santoro
Gina Scherbner, Union Savings Bank
Susan Smith, Mary Kay Independent Sales Director
Sandra Thibault, Barron Financial Group
Toni Tucker, BerkshireStyle
Sandra Wainman, Alcoa Howmet
Special Appreciation to
Hatfield & Co. Jewelers, Lily & Vine and Write Way Signs
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Northwest Ambassador October Report
Goshen Ambassador – Charlene Dutka, Ciesco Catering
Miranda Vineyard, October 5th is their Annual Harvest Festival, 12:00-7:00 and free admission with a non-perishable food item.
The band, The Grove will be performing...plus more events.
Sunset Meadow Vineyard, October 17th, 5:30-7:30, Wine Tasting to Benefit Litchfield Land Trust. October 23rd - 6:00 p.m. Paint,
Sip and Create...plus more events.
October is a beautiful time to take a drive through Goshen. Action Wild Life is always a great place to have lunch, stop at Nodine's
Smokehouse and pick up a sandwich and then pick up chocolates from Milk House Chocolates.
Colebrook Ambassador – Wendy Healey, Torrington Savings Bank
High in the Andes -- Colebrook Historical Society Friday Night Gathering on October 10th
On Friday evening, October 10th, at 7:00 p.m., the Colebrook Historical Society will host a social reception, followed by a
presentation, "High in the Andes" by Julie & Ken Andresen, Cheryl Heller & Gary Sheft. Buckle your seats for a trip with our
presenters for an evening filled with Machu Picchu, pisco sours, a tapir with her own Facebook page, and wild life in the
Amazon. No bug spray required! The gathering will be held at the Colebrook Historical Society, corner of Routes 183 and 182A in
the center of Colebrook. All are welcome.
Cornwall Ambassador-Dianne Heiny
Cornwall Days: Saturday October 10th through Monday October 13th.
Visit Cornwall Bridge and West Cornwall for sales, steals, & deals; the Farm Market, Cornwall Bridge Pottery, Housatonic Fishing
Shop, Northwest Hardware, Housatonic Rug shop, Cornwall Bridge Package Store, The Wish House, Ian Ingersol Cabinet Maker,
The Souterrain Art Gallery, and the Hunt Library and Cornwall Library's book sales.
Kent Ambassador – Kathy Kane, Joey’s Fashions
Kent Memorial Library Book Sale & Car Raffle October Hours
Saturday: 10:00 – 5:00, Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00, (weather permitting)
Car Raffle - 2000 Corvette Convertible for $10.00 Drawing Sunday, October 26, 2014 at the Annual Kent Pumpkin Run
Kent Pumpkin Run, Kent Town Hall,October 26th, Kids Fun Run @ 11:15 AM followed by the 5 mile run / walk @ noon. Music,
Refreshments, Face Painting, Halloween fun and much more. Post Race party for all
Congregational Church Harvest Fair, October 25th, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Quilt Making, Shopping, Music, Games, Food, Children Activities
Litchfield Ambassador – Edgar Auchincloss, People’s United Bank
With the summer coming to a close, students are back to school in Litchfield. Declining enrollment trends in recent years find
members of the Board of Selectmen pursuing merger discussions with neighboring communities. Several new business ventures
have chosen to locate in Litchfield, among them a new distillery, an expanded art gallery and a wine shop. There is a good deal of
anticipation about the redevelopment of the old jail facility. Residents are excited about the construction of a new Stop & Shop and
love Candidate Mark Greenberg’s “Barking Dogs” ad on TV.
Torrington Ambassador – Lynn Gelormino, Warner Theatre
Torrington will be receiving $1 million from the State Department of Economic & Community Development to continue brownfield
cleanup of 100 Franklin St.
Torrington Library’s Annual Book and Bake Sale Saturday, Oct 11th from 10:00-3:00
Torrington’s Trunk or Treat will be held October 25th from 4:00-6:00pm on Main Street with rain date of October 26th
Torrington High School and Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education have developed an extended day program specializing in
the performing arts for THS students
Coffee-n-Chat
Whine & Unwind
Tuesday, October 28th
8:00 a.m.
Monday, October 6th
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by
Hosted by
Prime Time House, Inc.
Falls Village Inn
836 Main Street, Torrington
33 Railroad Street, Falls Village
Start your day off with some networking.
Cash Bar
Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
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RENEWING MEMBERS
A to Z Computer Services
Golden Insurance Group, LLC
Sharon Health Care Center
AFLAC
Steven Caruso
Guaranteed Rate, Heath Ladona
State Farm Insurance
& Financial Services
HealthyCT
Benefit & Compensation
Consultants
K-Tech International, Inc.
Bowen Agency, LLC
L.G. Landscaping Services, Inc.
Brandywine Senior Living
at Litchfield
Lightstat, Inc.
Camp Jewell YMCA
Chatterley’s Restaurant
Community Systems, Inc.
Dimples and Stripes
Entertainment
Foothills Visiting Nurse
& Home Care, Inc.
Livingston Ripley
Waterfowl Conservancy
Torrington Beauty Academy
Town of Harwinton
Valerie Manor
Wellmore Behavorial Health
Wittmann Battenfeld, Inc.
Northwest Connecticut Human
Resource Association
Operation Fuel
Lori Riiska, CPA, LLC
William P. Ryan, DMD, LLC
Santoro’s Cleaners, Inc.
Renewals as of September 22, 2014
YPO is generously
sponsored by
Fall Networking Event & Corn Maze
October 16th (Rain Date– Oct. 21st)
Corn Maze Admission4 & up $6, 3 and under free
5:00-7:00 PM
Hot Cider, Coffee, Apple Crisp,
and more available for purchase
The White Barn at South Farms, 21 Higbie Road, Morris CT
RSVP– Lauren@nwctchamberofcommerce.org
*We consider a “Young Professional” a person 21-39 years old who lives or works in the Northwest Corner of CT.
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CHAMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thank You To Our
Corporate Sponsors
Alcoa Howmet
AT&T
Bank of America
BD
Borghesi Building
& Engineering Co.
Brooks, Todd & McNeil
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
Commercial Real Estate
Group, Vance A. Taylor
Connecticut Light
& Power Company
Conquest Consulting, LLC
Cook Funeral Home
Founders Insurance
Group, Inc.
Fuel Cell Energy
Litchfield Bancorp
Litchfield Woods Health Care
Center & Valerie Manor
Northwest Community Bank
O&G Industries, Inc.
P.Sam’s Bar & Grille &
Chatterley’s Restaurant
People’s United Bank
The Register Citizen
Republican-American
Sterling Engineering
Corporation
TD Bank
Thomaston Savings Bank
Torrington Savings Bank
Turri-Masterson, Inc.
Union Savings Bank
Valley Energy Co., Inc.
Webster Bank
All events listed below will be held at the Chamber offices at 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington unless otherwise noted.
OCTOBER
2nd 3rd 6th -
7th 8th 9th 13th 15th 16th 22nd 23rd 27th 28th 30th -
Membership Services Committee Meeting - 8 AM
Manufacturing Expo - 9 AM - Noon at Torrington Middle School
Whine & Unwind at Falls Village Inn, 33 Railroad Street, Falls Village - 5:30 PM
Junior Leadership Northwest sponsored by Torrington Savings Bank - 5 PM
State House of Representatives Candidate Forum at Northwestern Connecticut
Community College, Founders Hall, Park Place East, Winsted - 7:30 AM
School-to-Career Pathways Meeting - 7:30 AM
WOW! Forum Advisory Committee Meeting - 12 Noon
Business After Hours hosted by Northwest Community Bank and Red Thread, 416
Winsted Road, Torrington - 5-7 PM
Government Relations Committee Meeting - 8 AM
Leadership Northwest Orientation Dinner sponsored by Founder’s Insurance Group at
Fairview Farm Golf Course & Banquet Facility, 300 Hill Road, Harwinton - 5:30 PM
Columbus Day - Chamber offices closed.
Insurance Committee Meeting - 8 AM
Leadership Northwest sponsored by Founder’s Insurance Group
Business After Hours hosted by Geer Village, 77 South Canaan Road, Canaan - 5-7 PM
Young Professionals Organization Fall Networking Event at South Farms, 21 Higbie
Road, Morris (rain date October 21st) - 5-7 PM
Retail Therapy hosted by Morsel Munk, 70 South Main Street, Winsted - 5-7 PM
Board of Directors Meeting - 8 AM
NW CT Chamber Education Foundation Board Meeting - 9 AM
Junior Leadership Northwest sponsored by Torrington Savings Bank
Coffee-n-Chat hosted by Prime Time House, 836 Main Street, Torrington - 8 AM
Economic Summit at Fairview Farm Golf Course & Banquet Facility, 300 Hill Road,
Harwinton - 8 AM
All Aboard Litchfield County Preview Party at KidsPlay Annex, 69 Main Street,
Torrington - 5-7 PM
NOVEMBER
1st -
All Aboard Litchfield County Art Auction at KidsPlay Annex, 69 Main Street,
Torrington - 4 PM
3rd Whine & Unwind at Litchfield Saltwater Grille, 26 Commons Drive, Litchfield 5:30-6:30 PM
6th Membership Services Committee Meeting - 8 AM
7th Manufacturers’ Coalition Meeting - 8 AM
11th Veterans’ Day - Chamber offices closed.
13th Government Relations Committee Meeting - 8 AM
19th Insurance Committee Meeting - 8 AM
Leadership Northwest sponsored by Founder’s Insurance Group
Business After Hours Bazaar & Boutique sponsored by TD Bank at Whiting Mills, 210
Holabird Avenue, Winsted - 5-7 PM
20th Retail Therapy hosted by Litchfield Hills Nursery, 393 Torrington Rd., Litchfield - 5-7 PM
Young Professionals Organization Workshop at P.Sam’s Bar & Grille, 1301 Torringford
West Street, Torrington - 5-7 PM
24th Junior Leadership Northwest sponsored by Torrington Savings Bank
25th Coffee-n-Chat hosted by The Roberts Tax Group, 79 Main Street, Torrington - 8 AM
27th & 28th - Thanksgiving Holiday - Chamber offices closed.