8th Annual Law Enforcement Diaper Drive - The Police Departments in Branford, Clinton, East Haven, Guilford, Madison, North Madison and CSP Troop F are having a diaper drive. Donations of diapers and wipes may be dropped off at any of the police departments as well as Madison Coffee House, between February 1 and 15. Monetary donations are welcome also and can be made via our website http://www.barenecessitiesct.org or by mail to 24 W. Main Street, Suite 414, Clinton CT 06413. Want to give diapers but can't get there to drop them off, we have an Amazon Wish List and they will be delivered right to us! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1NXAPHKANGJ8R/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1
Valentine Gems features paintings by over 30 award-winning artists. This exhibition showcases many smaller works. All are exquisite gems, to start or add to your collection. Original art is the perfect thoughtful and personal gift for your Valentine! The show offers a wide variety of painting styles, sizes, and subjects at affordable prices. Landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, floral, and romantic scenes in Oil, Acrylic, and Pastel, will be on view.
Exhibiting artists include: Kathy Anderson, Carol Arnold, Del-Bourree Bach, Paul Batch, Patt Baldino, Paul Beebe, Peter Bergeron, Zufar Bikbov, Kelly Birkenruth, Grace DeVito, David Dunlop, Tina Figarelli, Vincent Giarrano, Sue Gilkey, Aleta Gudelski, Neal Hughes, Tom Hughes, Susan Jositas, Jim Laurino, Sarah Stifler Lucas, Anne McGrory, Leonard Mizerek, Michael Naples, Larry Preston, Deborah Quinn-Munson, Dennis Sheehan, Andrew Sjodin, Timothy Rees, Jeanne Rosier Smith, Robert Strickland, Kyle Stuckey, Katie Swatland, Sandra Wakeen, Laura Westlake, and Christopher Zhang.
The Valentine Gem show continues through March 2, 2024.
Savage Pianos Dueling Pianos returns, Saturday, February 3, 2024.
**Back by Popular Demand**
Join us for a fantastic evening of dueling pianos featuring the talent from Savage Pianos. This troupe joins us from New York City…they play at a variety of restaurants throughout the Northeast and we are bringing them to Madison! The audience creates the playlist and the pianists make it come alive – they’re funny, spontaneous, creative and super talented!
This event will take place in our waterfront ballroom on the second floor of the hotel.
THREE TICKETING OPTIONS
RESERVED TABLE FOR TEN: $450 per table, excluding EventBrite Fees, provides guaranteed reserved seating for 10 people.
DINNER AND A SHOW TICKETS: $190* per COUPLE, excluding EventBrite Fees, provides dinner for two in The WHARF prior to the show AND two tickets to the show. Prix Fixe Menu – View Menu Below. Restaurant Reservations available starting at 5 p.m. Our team will call you directly to confirm your desired seating time. Ticket Pricing includes gratuity and sales tax.
General Admission $45 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, includes individual admission to Dueling Pianos. No assigned seating, all seating is communal is theatre style.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Cash Bar opens at 7:30 p.m.
Dueling Pianos will start at 8 p.m. and entertain until 11 p.m.
Cash Bar | 21+ Event
Small Bites will be available to purchase at the Bar.
The American West has inspired artists for centuries with its natural beauty and majestic landscapes. In the 20th century, Georgia O’Keeffe reveals a unique vision of the Southwest in her iconic paintings of landscapes, nature and found objects. Photographer Ansel Adams sets a new standard for the art of black and white photography in his majestic landscapes. Richard Diebenkorn and Ed Ruscha will re-imagine Southern California in their modern interpretations of bold color and iconic imagery as they continue to explore the Western panorama. In a wide range of visual images, profiles of the artists, and historical context, this lecture will explore the artists, their work, and their enduring influence on the art of the West.
Art Lecturer Presenter Bob Potter is a graduate of Syracuse University's School of Visual and Performing Arts. He started his career as an art director at Scholastic Magazines and later marketing executive for Time Warner, National Geographic and later as a corporate development officer for the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. He helped create an innovative art therapy program for Save The Children, launched a professional development program for art students at the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, and is a docent at the Yale Center for British Art. He and his wife Jeanne, who is a master watercolor artist and teacher, live in Old Lyme, CT. `
Start your day off feeling inspired by learning social media best practices from Sammi of 628 Digital Design at our February Chamber Connect. This member only networking event is an ideal time to catch up with members you know while also learning about and meeting new members businesses.
Register now to join us at Harbor Chase, meet the new Executive Director and enjoy a wonderful breakfast in their dining room.
We look forward to seeing you on February 8th.
Thank you to Olando & Son Painting for sponsoring our 2024 Chamber Connect events.
Proceeds from book sales go to the Jacques Pépin Foundation
You know you need a website for your business. But how do you set it up for online success? First, you need to have a solid plan in place. This free webinar with Jessica Baldwin, Co-Founder of Cardsetter, will give you a better understanding of your website’s audience, feature and functionality needs, content planning, how to choose the right platform, and best practices for online success. After the webinar, you’ll have a comprehensive plan in place for your business’s website.Having a good car is crucial for employment, taking kids to childcare, getting groceries and, ultimately, independence.
Learn more about finding a car in good condition and how to finance it at the upcoming car buying workshop held at the Carriage House at Women & Family Life Center located at 96 Fair Street, Guilford, CT 06437.
Empower yourself by learning how to find the best deal at a fair price for your next vehicle using strategies from this workshop on February 8th at 6:00 PM.
Registration required. Please email info@womenandfamilylifecenter.org or call (203) 458-6699 to register.
The Madison Chocolate Festival & the Kindness Café
Saturday, February 10, 2024, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hear Kindness at 11am starting at Scranton Library and ending at the First Congregational Church
Touch Kindness through book marks, cards and the "Little Book of Kindness"
Smell Kindness with rose bouquets
Taste Kindness at the Chocolate Café, 11am-3pm
Enjoy complimentary botanical mocktails that celebrate passion and sensuality. Sip on fine love potions, unique tonics, and brews curated by our resident mixologist Witch, Heather.
The Madison Historical Society will present the second of its 17th Annual Frederick Lee Lectures on Sunday, February 11, in Hubley Hall at the First Congregational Church on the green. The lecture will be offered at 4 pm, both in person and online via Zoom.
The speaker will be Dr. Juliana Barrett from the UConn Connecticut Sea Grant program. Dr. Barrett will explore the impact of climate change on our coastline. Her presentation will explore the impact of flooding and coastal erosion from hurricanes and superstorms.
This year’s Lee Lectures theme is “Madison, Then and Now.” The series focuses on the ways our iconic structures, our environment, and our industries have changed with the passage of time.
Life After Loss is for anyone who has experienced loss and is still working through their grief. The support group, led by Dr. Margo Merin, DSW, will guide participants in written and shared discussions on dealing with life after loss. Individuals will learn about types of grief, coping skills, self-care and self-love suggestions. Participants will also be introduced to the concept of listening to one's "inner self," working through the many emotions of loss, what the future will look like, and much more. Dr. Merin will facilitate several exercises and conversations during the support group.
Dr. Merin said, "Participants will be talking about how they view their identity as an individual and how they incorporate who they are into a life that has meaning and purpose, despite the death of the individual - learning to appreciate their individuality while, at the same time, never having to forget or erase meaningful memories."
Restart divorce support group is designed to provide information, skills and support for those contemplating or navigating divorce. With the guidance of a Divorce Attorney/Coach, participants will learn the essential skills needed to thrive through and after divorce. Meeting weekly on Tuesdays from February 12th to April 2nd.
For more information or to register for our Restart support group, please call 203-458-6699 or email at info@womenandfamilylife.org
Collaboration for Support and Community Engagement Meeting
Please join us on February 20th for our first meeting to share information about upcoming community events and address topics of concern or areas where you seek information. This collaborative initiative aims to raise awareness about our collective efforts by opening up a communication pipeline, fostering the exchange of ideas, addressing shared challenges, and building relationships.
Don't miss out on registering for one of the biggest & best Business After Hours of the year!
Join us on February 20th for the annual Madison and Clinton Chamber of Commerce BAH, a great night of networking, meeting new people and connecting with people you haven't seen in the new year.
Enjoy a really fun night with delicious appetizers, cash bar and raffle prizes at Donahue's.
Please click here to email us if you will be bringing a raffle prize so we can give an extra marketing message shout out about your company!
We look forward to seeing you!
Who will be the next SOUPER BOWL CHAMPION?
Each year this event keeps getting better and better!
Join us on Saturday, February 24th, noon to 2:30 PM
(inclement weather date: Sunday, Feb. 25th)
CHEFS
Calling all local restaurants, organizations, businesses and cooking enthusiasts who want to bring out their
BEST chili, soup or stew to compete and be crowned the 2024 Souper Bowl Champion.
There is no fee to be a Chef for this event.
SOUPER BOWL FANS / ATTENDEES
Last year was no exception with hundreds of people coming out to taste what Madison chefs have to offer.
Enjoy downtown Madison while you walk around, talk with the chefs and enjoy tasting what each Souper Bowl Chef has to offer. At the end cast your vote for who you think this years winner should be.
Buy your tickets today and save $3.00 off each one. Use promo code Souper24 until February 19th tickets are only $12.00 to taste over a dozen chili and soups/chowders that will be prepared by our chefs (tickets price after 02/14/24 will be $15.00)
This is also a great opportunity to support local and have your name featured with this anticipated annual community event by becoming a Cup or Bowl sponsor. Click here to email us for more details!
NEW THIS FEBRUARY
Join us for funktastic dance party with The What Up Funk Band! You saw them on the Grassy Strip during our summer concert series - now warm up this winter with a Funkuary Dance Party.
This event will take place in our waterfront ballroom on the second floor of the hotel.
General Admission $30 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, includes individual admission
No assigned seating, minimal seating. Cabaret Seating.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Cash Bar opens at 7:30 p.m.
Show begins at 8 p.m.
Cash Bar | 21+ Event
The name of the game in this program is fun! We will play all sorts of theatre games and focus on theatre activities that get kids to open up and enjoy performing and on-the-spot storytelling.
The name of the game in this program is fun! We will play all sorts of theatre games and focus on theatre activities that get kids to open up and enjoy performing and on-the-spot storytelling.
Beginning on February 26th, Strategies for Managing Life Transitions is a six-week support group that guides the participant, based on their personal circumstances, towards living a more stress-free life. The group is facilitated by Dr. Margo Merin, DSW who is certified in meditation and mindfulness, as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Dr. Merin graduated from Columbia University with a Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice from the School of Social Work and went on to receive a Doctorate in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University.
If you have your own business, have turned to QuickBooks™ for help as a new user, and find you need help setting up the program, this free live webinar with Intuit ProAdvisor Elizabeth Santaus is for you. It will explain the Chart of Accounts and its critical importance in the correct use of QuickBooks. There will be time for Q&A on any QuickBooks questions you have. Sponsored by Guilford Savings Bank.In this webinar, Elizabeth Santaus discusses Intuit’s decision to discontinue their QuickBooks Desktop Pro, Premier and Mac products this spring, and what options remain. We will compare QuickBooks Online versions, Intuit’s remaining desktop software - QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions – and other possible accounting software platforms for small businesses. A detailed guide to migrating from the Mac/Pro/Premier QuickBooks versions to QuickBooks Online will be made available to participants. There will be time for Q&A. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Madison, CT..
BUTI yoga is a unique practice, known for its cardio-intensive bursts of tribal dance, primal movement, and conditioning. This format is sure to ignite and inspire your soul while giving you an awesome workout!
Come to ExZ for this RARE opportunity, as this format is not offered anywhere else in the surrounding area!