Attleboro
Massachusetts
The United Regional Chamber of Commerce News - January 16, 2024
Clubs and Organizations
January 18, 2024
From: United Regional Chamber Of CommerceCHAMBER NEWS & UPDATES
Join Us at Our Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendars
Quarterly Lunch Seminar
Here’s an opportunity to be in the room with Social Media Expert @busybsocial. She’s returning to give us in-depth knowledge that you don’t want to miss!
Wednesday, January 24, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Social Media 102
Presented by @busybsocial
Lunch Provided by JK Catering and Events
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Venmo $20 to Marcie-Rappa
https://venmo.com/u/Marcie-Rappa
to confirm your seat
Wednesday, February 14, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Alive After Five at New Member
Thursday, February 22, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Alive After Five
85 E. Main Street
Norton, MA
Wednesday, February 28, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Wednesday, March 13, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Wednesday, March 27, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Extreme Networking
Springhill Suites/TownPlace Suites
65 Ledgeview Way
Wrentham
Host an Alive After Five Networking Event in 2024
Interested in getting your name out there or making additional business connections? Consider hosting an Alive After Five with the Chamber in 2024! We'd love to help you network with local business professionals at your place of business.
Hosting an Alive After Five event gives you the opportunity to open your doors to fellow Chamber members to showcase your business and services. You supply the light refreshments, and we'll invite the guests.
Contact URCC President Jack Lank at [email protected] to schedule an event.
Chamber Update:
Bryan Murray of Murray Coaching, LLC
Talks about Workforce Training Grants
United Regional Chamber of Commerce President Jack Lank interviewed Bryan Murray of new URCC member Murray Coaching, LLC, on his show Chamber Update hosted by URCC member DoubleACS to learn about Workforce Training Grants.
MEMBER NEWS AND UPDATES
A Message from Bridgewater State University's
Senior College
Starts January 22
Are you ready?
Join us today for the opening of the Winter-Spring 2024 semester!
A new season of discovery is upon us and we can't wait to dive in with you. Take a deep dive into politics, music, literature, musical theater, and so much more.
Learn how to garden, the ancient practice of Tai Chi, a foreign language (French, Spanish, or Italian), and how to play the Ukulele.
If you are ready to explore diverse topics taught by our expert faculty and others who share your passion for learning, adventure, and deeper ways of understanding our world, then please join us!
Registration is OPEN
Download our Course Catalog and handy Quick Quick Glance Schedule Schedule
Or if you are ready to claim your spot, please click "register now" below. Some courses are filling up very quickly.
The New Sportsbook, the Loft, the Revolution Lounge, Entertainment, and, of Course, Slots and Table Games
Wow!
If you're looking for excitement and winning at a New England casino, URCC Chairman's Circle member Plainridge Park Casino, the hometown casino, is for you. You can play at over 1,200 slots or electronic table games, enjoy live local entertainment, choose from seven outstanding dining outlets, or hold your meeting or reception at one of their event venues. And they simulcast horse races around the country. You'll find an exciting experience and hometown hospitality every time you visit.
Plainridge Park Casino is proud of its PENN Heroes program and is excited to keep growing. The PENN Heroes rewards program gives our nation’s active-duty military, veterans, and first responders access to special discounts, promotions, and events. It’s PENN National's way to offer thanks for their commitment to our country and communities.
Here Are the Casino's Current Promotions
Check out all the dining options here.
You can make reservations on the Plainridge Park Casino home page.
The sportsbook you've been craving is here - and it's about to change the game day scene forever. At Plainridge Park Casino's new Sportsbook Bar and Restaurant, every play is intensified by pure adrenaline. With a massive 49-foot video wall delivering action in crystal clarity, you'll feel like you're on the field surrounded by giants. Their jumbotron is unmatched. It is the largest indoor restaurant display in all New England!
The Loft features a wide variety of entertainment from stand-up comedians and comic hypnotists to live swing bands and musicians. Looking for an intimate night out? Come to The Loft and see what everyone is talking about.
Friday and Saturday nights from 8:00 p.m. to midnight, the Revolution Lounge features the area's best live bands and DJs. Whether you want to dance the night away or relax and hang out with friends, the Revolution Lounge is a great place to unwind after a long week. Best of all, all shows at the Revolution Lounge are completely FREE with no cover charge. No ticket or reservation required!
Here's the lineup for the Revolution Lounge for January and February.
The Revolution Lounge's hours are 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 a.m. daily.
January 19 - Front & Center
January 20 - Northeast Groove
January 26 - DJ Emelita
January 27 - Hipshot
February 2 - Neon Lighthouse
February 3 - Dj Victor
February 9 - Perfect Example
February 10 - Overdrive
February 16 - Blue Light Bandits
February 17 - DJ Antonio
February 18 - Kleyla Family Band
February 23 - Brandy
February 24 - Diva & The Playboys
Smashburger, Slice, and Grab and Game are currently closed for renovations.
URCC Corporate Partner
Visit their home page for upcoming events.
Sign up for their weekly enewsletter on their home page.
Check out their Staff Picks section and take advantage of the expertise of their amazing booksellers.
Be sure to visit the Unlikely Café for a hot chocolate or delicious hot soup!
Café: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily
Kitchen: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily
MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES
Massachusetts Small Business Development Center
Meetings Conducted via Phone and Conference Call
Nancy Lowd, Senior Business Advisor at the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC), will be conducting meetings by phone and conference call for the foreseeable future.
Call 508-673-9783 for a virtual appointment
The MSBDC is committed to helping your business succeed in Massachusetts. They provide free, confidential, one-to-one business assistance, and free or low-cost educational training programs to prospective and existing small businesses throughout the Commonwealth. The MSBDC fosters the start, growth, and sustainability of small business by providing high-quality, in-depth advising, training, and capital access.
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URCC MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our Extreme Networking group, hosted by Marcie Rappa of URCC member Marcie Rappa Home and Associates, meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at member Springhill Suites/Townplace Suites in Wrentham. This exclusive group focuses on providing referrals so only one person from each profession is invited to attend.
Facilitated by URCC Board of Directors Chairman and Strategic Advisor and Business Coach Josh Vanada, our Lunch and Learn series meets monthly in member restaurants to provide a forum for business leaders to address the most pressing issues they are facing.
Small Business Advising with the Small Business Administration is available remotely.