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Ongoing Events Are Listed At The End Of The Page

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February
 2010

Monthly Meeting Schedule - Click Here For Yearly Calendar


February 2, 2010 -  6:30 p.m.- Amesbury First Committee - Chamber Office
February 3, 2010 -  Noon - Economic Development Committee - Chamber Office
February 8, 2010 -  8:15 a.m. - Golf Task Force - Chamber Office
                               3:00 p.m. - Finance Committee - Chamber Office
February 10, 2010 - 8:00 a.m. - Membership Committee - Chamber Office
February 11, 2010 - 7:30 a.m. - Executive Committee - Provident Bank
February 15, 2010 - President's  Day - Office Closed
February 17, 2010 - Noon - Special Events Committee - Chamber Office
                                1:00 p.m. - Chamber Spotlight - Chamber Office
February 24, 2010 - 8:15 a.m. - Golf Task Force - Chamber Office
February 25, 2010 - 7:30 a.m. - Board of Directors - Provident Bank
 

 
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Tuesdays
2/2/10
through
4/27/10

What:

Senior Discount Days

The Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation, the Amesbury Council on Aging and the Amesbury Downtown Business Association invite Seniors to Fun Senior Discount Days.  Every Tuesday from February 2nd through April 27th participating local shops will be offering seniors great discounts!

Participating shops include:  Bertram & Oliver Booksellers, C. Meadows, Crafters Quarters, Davis Jack's, Ovedia Artisan Chocolates, Parke Place, Paws Pet Boutique, Real Bodies of Amesbury - Clothing from Bali, The Riverwalk Bead Shop & Gallery and Trendsetters Boutique.

For more information contact Annmary Connor at 978-388-8138.
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Now through
Valentine's Day

What:

Crafters Quarters Sweetheart Sale

Date/Time Now through Valentine's Day
Where: Crafters Quarters - 36 Main Street, Studio 203, Amesbury

Crafters Quarters invites you to shop and save on a gift for that special someone.  Now through Valentine's Day they will be taking 10% off all Pink and Red items in the studio.  For more information call 978-388-8000.

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2/8/10

What:

Help for Haiti Fundraiser

Date/Time Monday, February 8, 2010 - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Flatbread Company - 5 Market Square, Amesbury

The Employees of Flatbread will be holding a Help for Haiti Fundraiser on Monday, February 8th from 5:00 p.m. to closing.  All employees will be donating their evening wages to help those in Haiti.  A portion of the night's proceeds from sales will also be donated.

For more information call 978-834-9800.

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2/8/10

What:

State of the City Address & Open House

Date/Time Monday, February 8, 2010 - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Francis E. Lawlor Auditorium - Amesbury High School

Mayor Thatcher Kezer invites you to attend the State of the City Address and Municipal Open House on Monday, February 8, 2010 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Francis E. Lawlor Auditorium, Amesbury High School, Highland Street.

The Mayor will discuss the current economic realities impacting the city and his goals for the coming year.

Following the State of the City Address, stay for the Municipal Open House.  Meet representatives from city government and municipal departments.

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2/9/10

What:

Bartering In Business

Date/Time Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - 10:00 a.m.
Where: Chamber Office - 5 Market Square, Amesbury

Join Neal VanDam of ITEX on Tuesday, February 9th at 10:00 at the Chamber Office and learn how bartering can be a very effective tool for your business! 

Discover the power and profitability of barter-based business through the ITEX Marketplace.  Light refreshments will be served.

To register for this event please click here.

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2/9/10

What:

Atria Merrimack Place Open House

Date/Time Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Atria Merrimack Place - 85 Storey Avenue, Newburyport

Atria Merrimack Place invites you to attend their 10th Anniversary Open House on Tuesday, February 9th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.  Enjoy delicious hors d' oeuvres, wine and entertainment.  For more information call 978-462-7324.

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2/11/10

What:

Beer Club at Phat Cats

Date/Time Thursday, February 11, 2010
Where: Phat Cats Bistro - 65A Market Street, Amesbury

Phat Cats Bistro invites you to join the Beer Club on Thursday, February 11th.  Enjoy beer from Mercury Brewing.  They will be offering their ever changing $5 phat menu.  For more information call 978-388-2777.

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2/11/10
through
3/18/10

What:

Diabetes Self-Management Program

Date/Time Begins Thursday, February 11, 2010 - 9:30 to Noon
Where: Atria Merrimack Place - 85 Storey Avenue, Newburyport

Atria Merrimack Place invites you to attend join them for a six-week workshop offered to adults of any age who are living with the challenges and complications of diabetes.

Share what you know and learn from others who are experiencing the same challenges.
Learn strategies to set and meet personal goals; identify and try out simple techniques that can improve your quality of life; improve communication with your doctor; handle stress and learn to relax.  

The deadline for registration is February 4, 2010.  For more information call 978-462-7324.

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2/12/10
&
2/13/10

What:

Hearts for Haiti Open House

Date/Time Friday, February 12, 2010 - 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 13, 2010 -  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Charlotte's Glass Bead Studio - 14 Cedar Street, Amesbury

Charlotte's Bead Shop & Studio will be hosting the Hearts for Haiti Open House on Friday, February 12th and Saturday, February 13th.  Charlotte will be exhibiting and selling her beautiful handmade glass heart pendants and earrings.  20% of the proceeds from the sales will be donated to a local relief fund for Haiti.

A silent auction for a gorgeous ruby red bracelet (retail value $125) will be held with all the proceeds going to the relief fund.

For more information contact Charlotte at 978-697-5619

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2/13/10

What:

Follow Your Heart to Amesbury

Date/Time Saturday, February 13, 2010 -  10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Participating Downtown Shops

Follow Your Heart to Amesbury and get that special someone a Valentine's Day gift!  On Saturday, February 13th from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. participating downtown shops will be offering special Valentine's Day treats. 

For more information contact Deb Pagley at 978-388-9600.

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2/13/10

What:

Valentine's Day Poetry Reading

Date/Time Saturday, February 13, 2010 -  2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Bertram & Oliver Booksellers - 73 Main Street, Amesbury

Come hear local poets Alfred Nicol and Richard Wollman at Bertram & Oliver Booksellers on Saturday, February 14th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.  Light refreshments will be served.

For more information contact Deb Pagley at 978-388-2665.

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2/13/10

What:

One Heart for Haiti

Date/Time Saturday, February 13, 2010 -  7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Where: Unity on the River, 58 Macy Street, Amesbury

Join local artists for the Hope for Haiti Benefit Concert on Saturday, February 13th beginning at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $15 and all proceeds go to Oxfam.

Tickets will be available at the doors.

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2/14/10

What:

Valentine's Day at Phat Cats Bistro

Date/Time Sunday, February 14, 2010 -  4:30 p.m.
Where: Phat Cats Bistro - 65A Market Street, Amesbury

Celebrate Valentine's Day at Phat Cats Bistro!  Along with their regular menu, they will be offering delicious specials and plenty of sparkling wine!

For more information call 978-388-2777.

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2/20/10

What:

Opportunity Works Lend A Hand Auction

Date/Time Saturday, February 20, 2010 -  Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Broadcast on Public Access Cable and www.portmedia.org

Help raise funds for Opportunity Works at the 26th Annual Lend A Hand Auction being broadcast live on Public Access Cable and www.portmedia.org

The public is invited to view and pre-bid on items on Thursday, February 18th from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the R. A. Nock Middle School, 70 Low Street, Newburyport.

For more information contact Opportunity Works at 978-462-6144 or visit www.opportunityworks.net

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2/21/10

What:

Phat Cats Bistro Sunday Brunch

Date/Time Sunday, February 21, 2010 - 11:30 a.m.
Where: Phat Cats Bistro - 65A Market Street, Amesbury

Enjoy a delicious brunch at Phat Cats Bistro, 65A Market Street, Amesbury.

For more information call 978-388-2777.

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2/26/10

What:

Eastern Lumber Nashville Songwriter Series

Date/Time Friday, February 26, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Eastern Lumber Company - 65 Haverhill Road

Tony Matrumalo, Owner of Eastern Lumber, invites you to attend a free concert on Friday, February 26th beginning at 7:00 p.m. as part of the Eastern Lumber Nashville Songwriter Series.  This month's performer will be Chris Cavanaugh.

Tickets are free, but reservations are required.  To reserve your seat for this great concert click here!

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3/3/10

What:

Good News Business Salute

Date/Time Wednesday, March 3, 2010 - 7:30 a.m.
Where: Flatbread Co. - 5 Market Square

Join us in saluting the following businesses:  Amesbury Treasures, Bertram & Oliver Booksellers and Lowell's Boat Shop at the March 3rd Good News Business Salute Breakfast.

Guest Emcee will be Alice Mainville of the Amesbury Academy.  Keynote Speaker will be Suzanne Gebelin of the Great American Rain Barrel Program.

Early Bird Cost (prior to 2/24/10) Members $11 Table of 6 $61 Non-Members $21
After 2/24/10 Members $13 Table of 6 $73 Non-Members $23

RSVP to the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
 

To register for this event please click here.

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3/5/10

What:

Legislative Luncheon

Date/Time Friday, March 5, 2010 - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Ristorante Molise, One Market Square, Amesbury

Join us as we welcome U. S. Representative John Tierney, Senator Steven A. Baddour and Representative Michael Costello at the Legislative Luncheon on Friday, March 5th at Ristorante Molise.

Find out how pending legislation in Boston and Washington will affect your cost of doing business and cost of living.  Get an update on the economic development projects happening in Amesbury - including the Transportation Center, relocation of the DPW building, the Riverwalk and more!

Cost includes a plated luncheon by Ristorante Molise.  Members $20 - Table of 6 $120 - Non-Members $25.

To register for this event please click here.

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3/11/10

What:

Business After Hours Joint Mixer

Date/Time Thursday, March 11, 2010 - 5:30 p.m.
Where: Merrimack Design Associates - 14 Cedar Street Studio 324

Join your hosts Gregory Colling and Eric Inman Daum at the March 10, 2010 joint Mixer with members of the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

Merrimack Design Associates offers comprehensive professional design services for high-end residential and small institutional and commercial clients.

RSVP to the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
 

To register for this event please click here.

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Ongoing

What:

Winter Snow Tubing & Junkyard Terrain Park

Where: Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Road


 

The Amesbury Sports Park is open for the season!  Come experience the Big Hills on the Big Thrills as you slide down our snow covered slopes.  We’re proud to introduce the opening of The Junkyard Terrain Park ~ a progressive skiing / snowboarding park full of recycled things to jump and ride!  Warm up in the Corner Kick Pub and grab a hot lunch and a cold beer.  Donate a non-perishable food item to benefit Our Neighbor’s Table and receive $3 off your admission!

Thursdays and Fridays from 3:30 to 9 pm, Saturdays, school vacation weeks, and most holidays from 10 am to 9 pm, Sundays from 10 am to 7 pm.

 

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Ongoing

What:

2010 North of Boston Business Plan Competition

Date/Time: Plan Overview & Entry Form due January 28, 2010
Business Plan due February 26, 2010


 

The Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation is pleased to announce that we are once again partnering with the Enterprise Center at Salem State College for the 2010 North of Boston Business Plan Competition. 1st Prize is $5,000; 2nd Prize is $3,000 and 3rd Prize is $2,000.  Click Here for Details

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Ongoing

What:

Motown Dave & Friends

Date/Time: Thursday Evenings 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Where: Amesbury Playhouse Dinner Theater, 194 Main Street, Amesbury


 

The Amesbury Playhouse Dinner Theater kicks off its new Live Entertainment Nights with Motown Dave & Friends on Evenings from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.  Enjoy great music and dancing!  Admission is $5 per person.  Cash bar and appetizer/dessert menu available.  For more information call 978-388-9444.

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Ongoing

What:

Opportunity Works Commemorative Ornament

Opportunity Works is selling a one-of-a-kind custom-designed brass ornament celebrating it's 35th Anniversary.  Click Here for Flyer

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Ongoing

What:

Team Pub Trivia Night

Days Every Tuesday Night 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Where: The Barn Pub & Grill, 5 Ring Street

Challenge yourself at the Tuesday Night Team Pub Trivia Night every Tuesday night at the Barn Pub & Grill, 5 Ring Street.  For more information call 978-388-8700.

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Ongoing

What:

Thursday Night Open Mic Performances

Where: Plum Island Coffee Roasters, 32 Elm Street, Amesbury

Carl Cacho will be  hosting a series of acoustic singer/songwriter open mic nights at Plum Island Coffee Roasters, 32 Elm Street, Amesbury.  For more information call 978-387-3880.

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Ongoing

What:

Friday Night Music Series

Date/Time: Click Here For Schedule
Where: Mad River Tavern, 37 Main Street


Enjoy live music every Friday night at Mad River Tavern.  Remember, Tuesday is Trivia Night, Wednesday is Ladies Night 2 for 1 entrees with the purchase of an appetizer, Thursday is Karaoke, Saturday DJ Night and Sunday is Reggae!

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Ongoing

What:

Live Theater

Date/Time: Click Here For Schedule
Where: Amesbury Playhouse Dinner Theater, 194 Main Street


Enjoy dinner and a show at the Amesbury Playhouse Dinner Theater.  For more information call 978-388-9444.

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Ongoing

What:

Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center eBay Fundraiser


The Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center invites you to help support their important mission by donating items to be sold on eBay.  Donate an Item for eBay Today Change the World Tomorrow!  For more information call Laurie McCormack at 978-465-0999 X14 or email LMccormack@jeannegeigercrisiscenter.org.   Click Here for Flyer!

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Ongoing

What:

Customer Loyalty Program

Where: Eastern Lumber Company, 65 Haverhill Road


The Eastern Lumber Company and Cabinet Shoppe now offers a Customer Loyalty Program.  Stop in and Start Saving Today!  For more information call 978-388-0366.

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Ongoing

What:

Phat Cats Bistro Monthly Specials

Date/Time: See Below for Special Promotion Days
Where: Phat Cats Bistro, 65A Market Street

Join your hosts, Christina Johnson and Paul Eastman, for these "special event" days:

Beer Club - 2nd Tuesday of the Month - Features a monthly guest brewer, give aways and a special $5 menu.

Wine Tasting and Tapas - Last Thursday of the Month - Sample wines from around the world while enjoying a special $5 Tapas menu.

Now offering a lighter side and half price menu nightly.

Phat Cats Bistro dinner hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning at 4:30.

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Ongoing

What:

The Way to Balance Events/Workshops

Date/Time: Click Here for Upcoming Classes/Events
Where: The Way to Balance, 21 Water Street

The Way to Balance offers classes and seminars to help bring energy and balance to your life.  

 For more information call 978-834-0341.

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Ongoing

What:

Craft Classes at Crafters Quarters

Date/Time: Click Here for Upcoming Classes/Events
Where: Crafters Quarters, 36 Main Street Studio 203

Crafters Quarters offers a variety of classes and special events sure to unleash your creative side.  

 For more information call 978-388-8000.

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Ongoing

What:

Lyman Center Events

Date/Time: Click Here for Upcoming Classes/Events
Where: The Lyman Center, 58 Macy Street

The Lyman Center offers classes and special events to help soothe your mind & body.

For more information call 978-388-9564.

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