Events

Description: Financial statements are a collection of reports about your business financial results, financial position, and cash flow. They include the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. Join WBDC Business Advisor Patricia Klapper as she explains each financial statement and describes how you can use them to gain a better understanding of your business financials.

this is a 3 part series with sessions on November 29th, December 6th, and December 13th, 2023,

Contact Info: Registration is required. Cost is $30per person. Click here for more information or to register.

Description: Medium Beth will teach you about the many ways you can communicate with your loved ones who have passed into the spirit world. There will be a talk, followed by Q&A, exercises, and a meditative journey to reconnect.

Location Info: 53 colony St., Indianna Rm., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: This is a free class. Donations to Gallery 53 would be appreciated. Attendance is limited, register to reserve your seat by clicking here.

Description: We welcome Andy, Naomi, and their team to the Chamber and central CT business community at a ribbon cutting celebration, starting at 5 pm in the Meriden Mall.

Location Info: Meriden Mall

Description: The Council is dedicated to identifying and promoting best practices in community and employee health and wellness through advocacy for health care access, literacy, policy and programs.

Location Info: 546 S Main Street, Suite 2C, Meriden

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

Description: The Midstate and Hamden Regional Chambers along with the Nutmeg State Chamber Alliance invite you to join us at our Annual Holiday Business After Hours.

Join us for candy cane networking, a visit from Santa, and a celebration of 2023.

Location Info: 195 Long Hill Rd., Wallingford

Contact Info: Cost is $40 per person. Register and pay online or contact the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901 or email info@midstatechamber.com to be billed.

Description: Join us at the Boys & Girls Club of Meriden for their Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the unveiling of their newest van. Brief ceremony followed by an open house- tours of the clubhouse to be provided. Help them FILL THE VAN by donating a holiday gift to local families iin need this holiday season!

***This van, made possible by the 2023 Bridgestone Driving Great Futures Van Grant, will enable us to provide additional afterschool transportation and arrange additional enrichment opportunities to our youth!**

Location Info: 15 Lincoln Street, Meriden

Description: Join the Midstate Chamber in welcoming back the Young Business Leaders group! This event is for networking, connecting and learning more about YBL! Must RSVP.

Location Info: 546 South Broad Street, Suite 2C, Meriden

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

Description: We will be hosting our Annual Holiday Wreath Stroll to benefit our One Company Fund! All of the beautifully decorated wreaths will be donated by our generous community partners & associates, and will be silently auctioned throughout the night. Enjoy piano music courtesy of Charlize Pelletier, a student from Maloney High School who performs throughout Connecticut.

Come take a look, place some bids, and enjoy some delicious Chef prepared beverages, desserts & snacks.

All proceeds will benefit Benchmark's One Company Fund, which gives emergency financial assistance to Benchmark associates during times of need.

Location Info: 511 Kensington Avenue, Meriden

Contact Info: RSVP by December 4 to Linda Prinzhorn at 203-235-0181.

Description: You're invited to join Turnkey on Thursday at 5:30 PM for their free, Connecticut business mixer. Enjoy free drinks and great food as you form connections with other business owners in the area. We aim to create a fun and friendly social environment where you can get to know professionals in the region.

Location Info: 546 S Broad St., STE 3E Meriden

Contact Info: Register online to attend.

Description: Whether you're starting a business or already operating one, this session will help you understand the effects of personal finances on business finances, and give you practical tips for improving your credit score. Join WBDC Business Advisor Samantha Cross as she explains personal credit scores and the steps you can take to get your financial house in order.

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee to participate in this webinar. Chick here to register.

Description: Join Ramon Peralta to learn about branding, digital marketing and social media, how and when to adopt such media and particularly what is the right mix for different type of businesses.

Contact Info: Registration is required. There is no fee to participate in this webinar. Click here for more information or to register.

Description: The Government & Business Development Committee monitors local, state (in coordination with CBIA) and federal (in coordination with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce) legislative issues impacting business and considers programs to add value for Chamber members dues investment.Open to ALL!

Location Info: 546 So. Broad St., Suite 2C, Meriden, CT.

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

Description: Gnome more regrets! Stop saying "not this time" and come sign up for some fun 'me time'. Come out for a night out with friends, for good laughs and crafts! We will be making 3 Gnome ornaments just in time for the holidays! Add these to your trees, hang them on your banister, or gift them! Suitable for all skill levels. Class facilitator is Ariana D'Avanzo

Location Info: 53 Colony St., Meriden, CT 06451

Contact Info: The cost is $35 for members or $40 for non-members. Materials are included. BYOB event. Click here for more information or to register.

Description: This event is co-sponsored by The Barnes Museum & Gallery 53. There's a chill in the air, and the holiday season will be here before you know it! Celebrate with us at "A Gilded Age Holiday Tea," our signature holiday event! Be transported back to a slower, gentler time in Gallery 53's Indianna Room, located in our historic 1894 Romanesque and Renaissance Revival Style Building! Presenter is Christina Volpe, MA, Curator of The Barnes Museum.

Sit and sip tea around beautifully decorated tables as you sample a selection of savory treats. As you enjoy the refreshments, Christina Volpe, Curator of The Barnes Museum will enlighten us on Victorian Era Holiday Tea customs and etiquette.

Our Gilded Age Holiday Tea promises to be a fun, relaxing, AND interesting event. Don't miss this respite from the hustle and bustle of the holidays

Location Info: 53 Colony St., Indianna Room, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Cost is $30 per person ages 14+. Reserve your space now by clicking here.

Description: Join Carol Murdock, award winning baker as seen on the Food Channel, to create your very own gingerbread house. Chef Murdock studied in Germany and her gingerbread houses have included those at the Wadsworth Atheneum and the State House.

Location Info: 424 W. Main St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: All materials to create your gingerbread house will be provided. The cost is $30.00. Please register and pay by November 25th by clicking here.

Description: Join us and celebrate National Polish Heritage Month! Featuring Czapiga's Polish Market of Meriden. Menu includes: Kielbasa, Pierogi, Kapusta, Golabki, salad & more.. Our Annual Awards will be presented for PNA Service & Community Friend of the PNA. We will be presenting our Annual PNA Service Award to Mr. John Zielinski and Mayor Bill Dickinson will be receiving the 2023 PNA Community Award. Food will be sold separately for this event and is $18 per plate. Please stop down the Bar/Clubroom to purchase your meal ticket in advance of the event by November 7th. Our bartenders will be ready to serve up your favorite beverage(s). For your listening & dancing pleasure, we will feature DJ John Gladysz playing your favorite polkas, moderns, Rock & roll, plus disco polo music. Remember to log onto www.pnapark.com for everything PNA in Wallingford.

Location Info: 171 N Plains Industrial Road, Wallingford

Description: 4-6pm Access to Capital Presented by TDBank

4-5 pm: English Presentation followed by5-6 pm: Spanish Presentation

Hybrid sessions available- sessions will be recorded. We will send the link out once you RSVP.

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

Description: CBNAlliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting: Join Chamber Business Network Alliance which is an OPEN LEADS Group comprised of members from the Midstate Chamber and the Hamden Chamber. All industries welcome (and multiple individuals from the same industry are welcome). Network and make new connections!

Location Info: 546 South Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

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

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.

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

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

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

Description: Grow your network! Join us to connect with fellow community members and organizations to talk about happenings here in Wallingford. This monthly gathering fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and expanding networks!

Location Info: 128 Center Street, Wallingford

Contact Info: RSVP by email!

Description: Join us as we plan our Meet the Chamber monthly events to grow our membership! All are welcome to become an ambassador! Share your Chamber experiences with prospective members as you grow your business as well.

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

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

Description: QuantumCT is building the foundation for Connecticut to become a leading hub for Quantum Technologies. This effort includes support for expanding research, engaging industry in applications of Quantum Technologies that will provide companies with a competitive edge in the marketplace, and building a robust pipeline of new talent prepared to step into the opportunities offered by a Quantum economy.

In partnership with the City of Hartford, Launc[H], UConn and Yale, the QuantumCT team is pleased to invite you to learn more about these efforts.

The program will feature remarks by Mayor Luke Bronin, UConn President Radenka Maric, and other leaders. The keynote address will be delivered by Rajeeb Hazra, the President & CEO of Quantinuum.

Following the keynote, four breakout sessions will run concurrently, featuring industry experts, innovators, UConn and Yale faculty -- all of whom are working to make quantum a reality in Connecticut.- Quantum Applications in Insurance & Financial Services- Quantum Materials & the Future of Manufacturing- Quantum Applications in Health- Skillsets Required in a Quantum Workforce

Registration begins at 8:30am followed by breakfast and networking. Opening remarks will begin by 9:30am and the program will conclude by noon.

Location Info: 100 Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT

Contact Info: Please register early as space is limited. Click here to register by Novemer 22, 2023. Parking information and a detailed event agenda will be sent to registered guests in early December.

Description: Gnome more regrets! Stop saying "not this time" and come sign up for some fun 'me time'. Come out for a night out with friends, for good laughs and crafts! We will be making 3 Gnome ornaments just in time for the holidays! Add these to your trees, hang them on your banister, or gift them! Suitable for all skill levels.

Location Info: 53 Colony St., Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Cost for members is $35 and for Non-members is $40. Click here to register.

Description: Join us to chat and gather information on how the Midstate Chamber can help YOUR BUSINESS GROW! Learn about our variety of programs as well as our phenomenal Committees. This event is FREE and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity!

This program is designed for "not-yet members" - feel free to invite other friends in business.

Location Info: 546 South Broad Street, Suite 2C, Meriden, 06450

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

Description: Our Marketing and Publicity Committee Meeting is a great place to network with fellow professionals and discuss topics that are important in the marketing, communications, and publicity fields.

Bring some of your current marketing challenges and join us for a mastermind session- let's brainstorm and problem-solve!

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

Description: Scorpion Transportation Services invites you to their 1st Yeare of Business Celebration!

Please RSVP with $20 to receive a sleeve of raffle tickets upon entry. Also, more raffle tickets can be purchased during the event. You MUST be present to win any raffled prizes. There will be a full cash bar, a delicious dinner will be served, and DJ Stevie B is on the turntables for your musical enjoyment. There are ABSOLUTELY no refunds. We hope to see you all there!

Location Info: 240 Naugatuck Ave., Milford, CT

Contact Info: No kids please. Formal attire is required. Click here to register or e-mail.

Description: CBNAlliance OPEN Networking Group Meeting: Join Chamber Business Network Alliance which is an OPEN LEADS Group comprised of members from the Midstate Chamber and the Hamden Chamber. All industries welcome (and multiple individuals from the same industry are welcome). Network and make new connections!

Location Info: 2969 Whitney Ave., Hamden

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

Description: This Committee provides school-to-career opportunities for students of all ages, educators and businesses. It promotes business education and training partnerships in the greater Meriden area. The committee meets at 8:30 a.m. on the last Tuesday of the month. Open to ALL!

Location Info: 546 So. Broad St., Suite 2C, Meriden, CT 06450

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

Description: Get the flu shot, Not the flu!

Meriden Department of Health & Human services is offering Appointment Only Flu Clinics

Child doses are FREE for kids 18 and under

Insurances accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Connecticare & Cigna

$20 for self pay ($30 for Flublok), cash or check accepted

Vaccines Available: Flumist & Fluzone for children, Fluval & Flublok for adults & High Dose Fluzone for Adults aged 65+

Location Info: 165 Miller Street, Meriden

Contact Info: To make an appointment, please call 203-630-4234

Description: Join us to welcome Mel's Pier to the business community, network, and sample some delicious food!

Location Info: 680 Old Colony Rd, Meriden, CT

Description: Saint Paul School invites you to come and learn what to expect in middle school for possible students and students in grade 5. They would love to meet your family.

Location Info: 461 Alling St., Kensington, CT 06037

Contact Info: For more information, call 860-828-4343.

Description: Join us as we start of the new year right- kicking off our NEW women in business group! We will discuss names, plan our meeting topics/speakers, and network. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to hearing what the business women of the area are looking for in a networking group!

Description: The students and parents from both Platt and Maloney High Schools are invited to attend and learn more about the local scholarships available to them.

This Scholarship Fair provides an opportunity for students and parents to become familiar with each scholarship committee's criteria and requirements.

Location Info: Gravel St, Meriden, CT

Description: The Chamber's Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action (HOLA) Committee will be meeting.

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

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

Description: Come learn how to create your very own pottery bowl! Instructor Ariana D'Avanzo will teach various hand building pottery techniques so your child can create their new favorite ice-cream bowl. From learning about the pottery process to building the bowl and glazing it, your child will be grinning ear-to-ear when they show you their masterpiece. For ages 10 to 15. Class is on Thursday, Feb. 1st, 8th, and 15th, 2024.

Location Info: 53 Colony St., Meriden, CT 06451

Contact Info: The cost is $55 for members or $60 for non-members. Materials are included. Click here for more information or to register.

Description: The Chamber's Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action (HOLA) Committee will be meeting

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

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

Description: The Chamber's Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action (HOLA) Committee will be meeting.

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

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

Description: Join us for our 128th Annual Meeting, Dinner, Awards, and Silent Auction! During this time, we will be recognizing our 2023 award winners and celebrating all that we have accomplished this past year.

Location Info: 556 Mulberry St., Plantsville

Contact Info: Call the Midstate Chamber at 203.235.7901, email info@meridenchamber.com, or register online.

Description: The Chamber's Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action (HOLA) Committee will be meeting.

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

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

Description: The Chamber's Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action (HOLA) Committee will be meeting.

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

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

Description: Save the Date!

Description: You're invited to SCOW's 12th Annual Winemakers Winetasting Fundraiser! Be sure to invite your colleagues, friends, and family to enjoy a night of networking, celebration & the discovery of your new favorite wine! This annual wine tasting event will include tastings of a variety of wines from South America, Spain, and Califormia, delicious food and dessert options, music and dance performances, raffles, and more!

Location Info: 180 Cheshire Road, Wallingford

Contact Info: Details coming as we get closer to the event.

Description: Saint Paul School invites you to an open house for preschool to grade 8 to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. They would love to meet your family.

Location Info: 461 Alling St., Kensington, CT 06037

Contact Info: For more information call 860-828-4343.