“The show doesn’t go on because we’re ready. It goes on because it’s 11:30.” ~ Lorne Michaels, creator/producer, Saturday Night Live
LOCAL
JULY RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES
The Gift of Time
Congratulations to Karen Thorpe and Lisa Searles on the grand opening of their new adult daycare facility located at 2 Pomperaug Office Park, #103, Southbury. To learn more, call 203-405-3052 or e-mail TheGiftOfTimeAdultDayCenter@gmail.com.
Connecticut Breast Imaging
A ribbon cutting was held to celebrate the grand opening of Connecticut Breast Imaging at 775 Main Street South in Southbury Green. We are excited to have their services here and wish them success in their practice. Learn more at www.ctbreastimaging.org.
Hummus & Falafel
Restauranteur, Roy Khalil, brings the Mediterranean to town with his new concept, located beside his Hudson’s Bistro & Café at 466 Heritage Road in Heritage Village.
Pickleball Courts
Southbury First Selectman Jeff Manville was joined by State Representative, Cindy Harrison; the Public Works Dept. and Director, Blake Leonard; Parks and Recreation Commission and Chairman, Charlie Rosa and Parks & Rec Director, Michael Ganem; and many citizens of Southbury, to applaud this long-anticipated project.
SOUTHBURY CHAMBER - WAKE UP YOUR BUSINESS
Southbury Chamber's new monthly networking series meets every 3rd Friday morning from 8:00am to 9:00am. Register here for August 18 at Calvary Southbury, 354 Kettletown Road.
ARTS AND CULTURE
Don’t miss Newbury Musical Theatre’s production of Fiddler on the Roof this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 28-30th, at the Pomperaug High School. Tickets and info: Fiddler.
350th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
HISTORY TALK – AUGUST 18, 2013 AT 1pm
Do you remember the Southbury Playhouse? The 350th Anniversary Steering Committee is calling on local citizens for assistance in preparation for its upcoming History Talk presentation on the Southbury Playhouse.
Do you have memories of The Southbury Playhouse? Or maybe have pictures from the shows or performances? If so, we want to hear from you – please send an email to southburyhistory@gmail.com.
Mark your calendar as well for the 350th History Talk presentation, an artifact display and interactive discussion of Southbury’s cultural center of the past, for Friday, August 18th, 1pm at Southbury Library. Register at www.southburylibrary.org/event/memories-southbury-playhouse.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. If you would like to volunteer for a 350th event, please sign-up here: www.southbury-ct.org/350-volunteer.
LEARN MORE. To learn more about all the 350th events visit: www.southbury-ct.org/350.
SUSTAINABLE SOUTHBURY + EYERECYCLE
Sunday, August 6th is the next recycling event at 800 Main Street South, 12-3pm.
2023 ENERGY FAIR & GREEN EXPO ~ BUSINESS SPONSORSHIPS
This 3rd annual event will be held on September 30th and business sponsorship opportunities are available. Info at www.sustainablesouthbury.org.
SPOTLIGHT ON AVAILABLE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN SOUTHBURY
For lease Medical/Retail: 1.692 - 48,640 SF, 100 Main St North (Southbury Plaza)
To see the available commercial properties in Southbury, or to list yours, visit www.southbury-ct.org/commercialproperties.
CALLING ALL EMPLOYERS!
Chatfield True Value is hiring a Small Engine Mechanic. Details at www.southbury-ct.org/find-a-job.
Post your openings for your business at Work in Southbury.
NOW PLAYING in SOUTHBURY
Now Playing at Riverview Cinemas located at 690 Main St South. Buy online at: Buy Tickets
STATE
WOMEN'S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL - Equity Match Grant
The WBDC is offering grants of up to $10,000 to qualified women-owned small businesses in Connecticut. Funding will be provided for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth, and profitability.
Learn more about the eligibility requirements, match requirements, application questions, and more for the next grant application that opens on August 14. Details.
FEDERAL
U.S. Small Business Administration - Equity Match Grant
SBA Discussion on the Economy: Free Webinar – August 1st at 1pm.
Whether you are a small business, a lender, or a counselor, you will want to listen in!
The global economy continues to be affected by major cross-border trends, including workforce migration, digitization, supply chain disruptions, interest rate hikes, and more.
Continuing the conversation from our 2023 economic kick-off, join the SBA as they check in mid-way through the year with a discussion on these and other factors that will impact capital markets, small business exporters, and the world economy.
Watch an enlightening conversation between Ruben Nizard, ITFA’s Americas Economic Advisor and Head of Political & Social Risk Analysis, and Claire Ehmann, SBA's Deputy Associate Administrator of International Trade.
Get your ticket now!
BUSINESS BITES
- Lessons learned on lasting success in business ~ Lorne Michaels on 50 years of SNL
- 5 Elements of a great small business newsletter
SOUTHBURY OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT