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Events

This is our combined event calendar for the Business and Community events so you can best plan your activities in the central Connecticut community.  We want you to know what a vibrant and active community looks like!

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July 2025

HOLA Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce - TBD

Description: HOLA (The Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action) engages Hispanic businesses so that, through the Chamber, they can obtain exposure, growth, and involvement in the community.

Location Info: TBD

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

CTSBDC - Understanding the Business Loan Process

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
At Your Computer

Description: This will give you Basic knowledge to successfully apply for a loan and strengthen your business financial readiness. This webinar is designed to help small business owners navigate the loan application process with confidence. You will gain a clear understanding of what lenders look for, what documemts are required, and how to prepare your business financials to improve your chances of approval. Speaker will be Scott Arnold, CTSBDC Business Advisor.

Contact Info: Click here for more information and to register.

WBDC: Realistic Goal Setting for Business Growth

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
At Your Computer

Description: Setting the right goals and executing them can get you on track and ignite your business growth. Seems simple, but why is it so hard?In this class, you'll learn the tools and strategies you need to stop running in a million different directions and focus on the work that drives your business forward. Join WBDC Business Advisor Joy Braddock to take control of your business and make it this your most productive year yet!Learn how to:• Assess your business to discover the goals that will truly support your mission and bottom line• Create action plans that prioritize, measure and break goals down into achievable steps• Implement realistic goal tracking to keep yourself accountable• Improve focus, eliminate distractions and maintain a state of flow to complete deep work• Get more done in less time and bring balance back to your life

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee for this webinar. Click here to register.

WBDC: Financial Foundations - Let's Tune Up Your Business Finances

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM–7:00 PM
At Your Computer

Description: Do you know how well your business has been performing this year? Peek under the hood of your business with WBDC Business Advisor Tanya Kelley as she reviews strategies to help gauge the health of your business and focus on reaching your financial business goals for the new year.This class is designed for business owners operating for at least one year, that have the following financial reports: 1. 2024 Balance Sheet2. 2024 Income Statement3. 2024 Budget to Actuals Report (Optional)If you have only one of these documents, such as your Income Statement, we still encourage you to attend.If you have questions surrounding how to generate any of these financials, we encourage you to contact us to get started with a Business Advisor instead.

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee for this webinar. Click here to register.

Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: Laurel Canyon Band

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
At Meriden Green Amphitheater

Description: Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: Laurel Canyon Band at the Meriden Green Amphitheater

Location Info: 77 State Street., Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call 203-494-5575 or email meridenconcerts@gmail.com

Membership and Ambassador Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: The Membership andAmbassador Committee will be holding their monthly meeting. The group provides outreach to prospective and active members and any member of the Chamber may join the committee if they are interested in helping the Chamber grow and retain members, while promoting their business as well.

Location Info: 546 So. Broad St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: info@midstatechamber.com

Castle Craig Players- Little Women the Musical

Friday, July 25, 2025 through Sunday, August 10, 2025

Description: Seats are selling fast! Get yours today! Presented cabaret style with table seating! Patrons are inivted to BYO food and beverages!

The winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, told by Duncan Sheik and Steven Slater through what Entertainment Weekly called, "the most gorgeous Broadway score this decade," Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. The landmark musical is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock and roll that is exhilarating audiences across the nation like no other musical in years!

Location Info: 59 West Main Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Click here for ticket information.

Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: Max Creek

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
At Meriden Green Amphitheater

Description: Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: Max Creek at the Meriden Green Amphitheater

Location Info: 77 State Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call 203-494-5575 or email meridenconcerts@gmail.com

August 2025

Health & Wellness Council Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Village at Kensington Place

Description: Health and Wellness Coumcil is dedicated to identifying and promoting best practices in community and employee health and wellness through programming.

Location Info: 511 Kensington Ave., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

EmpowHER Women's Group

RSVP Now Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
At Meriden Library

Description: Join us as we continue to strengthen our new women in business group for chamber members to network, discuss leadership and industry topics, and have fun!

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Government & Business Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: This Committee monitors local, state (in coordination with CBIA) and federal (in coordination with the U.S. Chamber) legislatve issues impacting businesses and considers programs to add value for chamber members.

Location Info: Chamber Conference Room-546 S Broad Str, Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Chamber Day at Farmers Market

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
At Meriden Green

Contact Info: For Chamber events use this:RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: ERAS An unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
At Meriden Green Amphitheater

Description: Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: ERAS: An unofficial tribute to Taylor Swift's music at the Meriden Green Amphitheater

Location Info: 77 State Str., Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call 203-494-5575 or email meridenconcerts@gmail.com

HR (Human Resources) Roundtable Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
At Midstate Conference Room

Description: This group meets every other 3rd Tuesday of the month and the main focus of this group is discussions in relation to various HR issues/topics. Join us for this very insightful discussion, networking, problem-solving, and best practices.

Location Info: 546 S Broad Str., Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: RSVP to the Midstate Chamber of Commerce at 203-235-7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

HOLA Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce - TBD

Description: HOLA (The Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action) engages Hispanic businesses so that, through the Chamber, they can obtain exposure, growth, and involvement in the community.

Location Info: TBD

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Membership and Ambassador Committee Meeting

RSVP Now Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Midstate Chamber of Commerce

Description: The Membership andAmbassador Committee will be holding their monthly meeting. The group provides outreach to prospective and active members and any member of the Chamber may join the committee if they are interested in helping the Chamber grow and retain members, while promoting their business as well.

Location Info: 546 So. Broad St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: info@midstatechamber.com

Meriden Twilight Concert Series presents: The Loner Band The Music of Neil Young

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
At Meriden Green Amphitheater

Description: Meriden Twilight Concert Seriespresents: The Longer Band-The Music of Neil Young at the Meriden Green Amphitheater

Location Info: 77 State Str., Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call 203-494-5575 or email meridenconcerts@gmail.com

September 2025

Health & Wellness Council Monthly Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Midstate Chamber Conference Room

Description: Health and Wellness Coumcil is dedicated to identifying and promoting best practices in community and employee health and wellness through programming.

Location Info: 546 S. Broad St., Ste. 2C, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

Midstate Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting

RSVP Now Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
At TBD

Description: The Chamber Board of Directors is made up of business leaders from different sectors who meet monthly to provide oversight to the Chamber's program of work and set policy for the organization. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

Location Info: TBD

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.

EmpowHER Women's Group

RSVP Now Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
At Meriden Library

Description: Join us as we continue to strengthen our new women in business group for chamber members to network, discuss leadership and industry topics, and have fun!

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@midstatechamber.com.