SLRCC Business Break Networking Program
It’s a Celebration! This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Business Break Program in our Region. The Business Break was founded on the philosophy of a networking/social opportunity for businesses in the region to gather and network in a strictly social atmosphere after business hours. Through the years, this event has evolved on a continuing basis with Chamber business members hosting the monthly break at their business location and showcasing the building that holds the products and services available for clients.
Each month the break moves through the communities in the region. Highlights of the event include a welcome address of the business owner and staff that are present, a 50/50 fundraising raffle that sends dollars to a local charity as a choice of the host business, a drawing of a business profile that will be placed in the next Chamber newsletter, drawings for various products and services provided by local business members, all through a drop of a business card into the raffle basket.
The Business Break Committee will be holding a special Business Break Celebration on September 8 from 6-9 p.m. on the Songo River Queen in Naples. This event will be sponsored by Gorham Savings Bank. A Hawaiian Theme will provide a special atmosphere for the evening cruise, music will be provided and refreshments will be served. Cost per person is $10 and the proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will go to the local Food Pantries in the Region. FMI and ticket purchases please contact the Chamber at 892-8265.
The September Business Break will be held at Advanced Dental Concepts, 744 Roosevelt Trail, Suite 104, Windham on September 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. If you are a business in the Region please mark your calendars and plan on joining us for these networking socials in September.
Chamber Business and Pleasure Guide
Copies of our current Business and Pleasure Guide are available through the Chamber Information Booths in Windham and Naples. This guide provides a comprehensive listing of the Chamber members including their advertising information, a listing of area events throughout the year, civic programs, town information, and Chamber programs that are available to serve the business members and residents of the Sebago Lakes Region. If you have not received your copy of this annual booklet please stop by the booths to pick one up or contact the Chamber office.
Chamber Auction
The Fall Live and Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, October 29, 6 p.m. at the Beach Club, Point Sebago Resort, South Casco. This very popular annual event is gearing up to be another fun filled evening of shopping at the auction, enjoying the food amenities from our local business members who will be presenting a buffet of delicacies for all guests to enjoy, an evening of networking with the many business members and guests who will be attending. If you would like to donate an item to the auction or purchase tickets please contact the Chamber Office, or via email at director@sebagolakeschamber.com
Chamber Business and Civic Program
The SLRCC is presenting a Business and Civic Program on Tuesday, October 4th for the Chamber communities. Anna Escobedo Cabral, Treasurer of the United States, will be the Guest Speaker for our Fall luncheon meeting to discuss the “Future of Social Security.” This event will be held at Charlie Biegg’s Restaurant in Windham from 12-1:30 PM. If you are interested in attending please RSVP to the Chamber. Cost of the event is $20.
Summer Tourism
Our Chamber continues to welcome the year round visitors to our area, and provide them with the resources and information available to accommodate their needs. Welcome to all of the Summer Visitors in the Region – we hope you are enjoying your stay in the Sebago Lakes Region, and please plan on returning at a future date. FMI please contact the SLRCC at 892-8265 or via email www.sebagolakesregion.com., or stop by to visit our two Information Booths located on Route 302 in Windham and Naples.
If you are interested in learning more about our Chamber programs please contact the Chamber office, or stop by the Chamber Business Office located at 816 Roosevelt Trail in Windham.
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