Chamber News & Updates

Tropical Caribbean Authentic Latin Cuisine is fast becoming the hot spot for dining and entertainment in West Haven. With a full-service bar, amazing Dominican cocktails and original recipes, Tropical Caribbean serves its customers great drinks with a smile.

The Authentic Latin Cuisine menu is authentic and innovative. With a full menu of Dominican favorites and other delicacies from across the Caribbean, Tropical Caribbean has something for everyone’s palate.

When Juan Reyes says the food at his restaurant Tropical Caribbean is the "homestyle" food one would expect in Caribbean nations like the Dominican Republic, Cuba, or Puerto Rico, "like Mama's cooking," it's meant to evoke a vibe of traditional cuisine, faithful to its origins. At Tropical Caribbean, it's also meant to be taken literally.

New Haven Register

@MostlyHealthyFoodReviews rates Tropical Caribbean a 10 out of 10. -YouTube 

701-705 Campbell Ave.

West Haven, CT

203- 752-9579

[email protected]

www.tropicalcaribbean.net

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Chamber Events

Special Offer

Everyone who purchases a ticket for the State of the City will receive a $25 I Love Local gift card!

I Love Local is good at a variety of over 30 businesses, including Dockside Brewery!

Join us at Dockside for a delicious lunch buffet, enjoying one of the best views in the area! We are gathering to celebrate Milford and the growth we continue to enjoy.

Mayor Richard Smith will give us an economic and cultural overview of the State of Milford for 2023 and beyond.

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New Date!

Wednesday, September 20th

12-3 pm

at Dockside Brewery

Lunch will be served at Noon and the Mayor will speak at 12:30.

Epic Summer Event!

Wednesday Sept. 6th!

It’s an EPIC Summer

Welcoming current and prospective Milford Regional Chamber members.

Join Emerging Professionals, Inspiring Community (EPIC) for an evening of relationship-building and fun!

5:30 pm- Networking

6-7:30 pm – Axe Throwing

Space is limited- 20 participants maximum;

Registration Required

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Kinship Glassworks Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, September 12th at 11 AM

23 Seemans Lane

Milford, CT 06460

Wednesday, September 13th

5 - 7 PM

305 Captain Thomas Blvd

West Haven, CT 06516

Live music by Nick Sproviero!

Admission- $20 members

Prospective members- $30

Admission includes food, 2 drink tickets and unlimited networking!

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Strada Italian Gastrobar

1 year Anniversary!

Thursday, September 14th

4:00 PM

1573 Boston Post Rd.

Milford, CT

ArtsWest CT Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, September 19th

12:30 PM

377 Main St

suite 105

West Haven

Loan Depot Ribbon Cutting

Wednesday, September 20th

3:00 PM

2 Broad Street

Suites 1 & 2

2nd Floor Milford

Congratulations to Crazy Horse Axe Throwing and Lounge on your Ribbon Cutting!

975 Bridgeport Ave.

Milford, CT

203-870-1010

www.crazyhorseaxethrowing.com

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Rockin' The Beach!

Walnut Beach Summer Concerts presented The Rum Runners!

Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy a beautiful summer afternoon at the beach with us!

Also, thank you to The Rum Runners for putting on a great show!

Thank you to our series sponsor

Key Cars Auto Group

and supported by promotional partners

Hyperfit MD, Milford Bank, Walnut Beach Association, and Frontier Communications.

Sunday with the Rum Runners was the last concert of the summer!

Key Cars Auto Group presents

"Rockin' The Beach!"

Walnut Beach 2023 Summer Concert Series has come to a close.

A Special Thanks to Our Series Sponsor

Key Cars Auto Group

and promotional partners

Hyperfit MD, Milford Bank, Walnut Beach Association and Frontier Communications!

Chamber Updates

Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Call for Nominations

The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Nominating Committee is responsible for identifying and selecting candidates for our 2024 Board of Directors.

The Committee encourages members to recommend qualified individuals for nomination. The Chamber is committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and seeks individuals for nomination that represent racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds and all other underrepresented populations.

Please submit nominations by email to [email protected]

5 Common Infections

Kids Pick Up at School

Go-Health Health Tips

While many parents and schools are focused on preventing COVID-19 outbreaks, it’s important to remember that there are other infections that also pose a risk to children’s health. Here’s what parents need to know about five common infections for which their school-aged children are at risk.

Read the full article here

Member Video!

Have you seen our Youtube channel?

Check out our interview with

The Breakwall Restaurant

now open at 305 Captain Thomas Blvd, West Haven, CT

*While you are there, please like & subscribe to our channel!*

Watch the video here

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In The News

Celebrate the opening of the new Milford Bank location

and

Crack the Code

Come celebrate Milford Banks newest location at

51 Roses Mill Rd!

Crack the code and you could be a winner!

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All In for Milford September Community Gathering

This month we will learn about affordable housing options and how we can work together to help make the city we love a community where everyone has a place to live and food to eat; where everyone's voice is heard, and we all can thrive!

Thursday, September 7th

Dinner: 6:30-7 PM ·

Gathering: 7-8:30 PM

Mary Taylor Memorial United Methodist Church

168 S Broad Street, Milford, CT

So we can plan food and refreshments, please RSVP

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Where porches become stages and strangers become friends

Join us on Friday, September 8th, 2023, at 5 PM at Lisman's Landing for the electrifying Milford Porchfest Eve Kickoff Event!

Live Music Lineup:

The Rumrunners Hawkins French

Lisman's Landing

Friday, September 8th, 2023

5:00 PM

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Milford United Way 22nd Annual Golf Classic

presented by TrinityPoint Wealth

More information and registration

Did you know B's Twisted Eats Express offers catering?

35 River Street, Milford, CT

203-283-9009

[email protected]

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Downtown Milford Business Association 14th Annual Wine Trail

The Downtown Milford Business Association is hosting its 14th Annual Wine Trail, inviting attendees to say farewell to summer with a foodie-friendly stroll through downtown, all while benefiting The Milford United Way. Sponsored by Chevrolet of Milford and Stonebridge Restaurant, in conjunction with Wines and More, the Wine Trail takes place on Saturday, October 7, from 5:00pm. to 9:00pm, and is the unofficial kickoff to the fall season in downtown Milford.

Participating boutiques and businesses open their doors and serve up pours of assorted wines, accompanied by tastings from Milford restaurants and eateries.

After purchasing tickets in advance, attendees will begin the trail at the DMBA booth in front of The Milford Bank (33 Broad Street) where they will receive a wine glass and a map of Wine Trail stops. Tickets are $50 and the proceeds are a nonrefundable donation to The United Way of Milford. 

Participating Businesses include Cafe Atlantique, Whispers from Lady Olga, Sophie Claires, S.V. Decker, Makeup Makeup, Body Waxing Studio, The Lovet Shop, SunSpray Tans, Arciuolo's Shoes, Inside Living Style, Kate Burton Salon, Scratch Baking, Sunshine Ceramics & The Milford Bank.

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Design Your Dream Retirement

Discover expert strategies for maximizing social security, mastering Medicare, growing your investments, and creating a lasting legacy. Create the blueprint for the active retirement you've always dreamed of and start ticking off your bucket list today! 

Tuesday, October 3rd at 6:00 PM

Milford Library

57 New Haven Ave

Milford

For more information call 203-878-0681 or email [email protected]

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Milford Kiwanis 31st Annual Golf Tournament

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Milford Irish Festival 2023!

Network of Executive Women Membership Open House

Open House - Prospective Members Welcome!

Sept 21st!

Register today and meet women helping women!

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The Women’s Business Development Council’s Opportunity Fund is pleased to announce the opening of a new application period for the Equity Match Grant (EMG) Program.

Cash grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded to qualified women-owned small businesses in Connecticut for clearly-defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability.

The seventh round of Equity Match Grant applications will remain open through September 27.

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Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk for Mental Health

Returns on Sunday, October 1, 2023

(Milford, CT)- Bridges Healthcare’s annual cycling and walking fundraising event, Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk, is planned for Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 8:00 am to 1 pm at Fowler Field in downtown Milford. Each year for more than 30 years, hundreds of cyclists and walkers have joined together to raise funds and awareness for mental health and addiction recovery services for children, families, and adults. Participants of all ages can choose from a number of scenic CT coastline routes, including a 5K for walkers and 5, 10, 20 or 40 miles for cyclists.

Event registration fees are $50 per cyclist, $35 per walker, and $15 for kids under 18, including a free t-shirt. Children 5 and under are free. Day-of fees are $55 per cyclist and $45 per walker.

Event sponsorships are available. For more information or to register, visit https://bridgesct.org/folks-on-spokes/

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