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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

What's New With the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce?

The Tri Town Chamber of Commerce gives an update on their latest news and happenings

From the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce Today the stock market hit 14,000 again. But that was only the second most exciting economy-related event recently. That's because at lunchtime, the Tri-Town Chamber introduced our very talented 2013 leadership team. I am looking forward to my third term as president of the board, particularly when supported by such a strong group and at a time at which member businesses are starting to be positively impacted by the recovery. Executive Director Kara Griffin did a terrific job today summing up Chamber's achievements for 2012 and providing an overview of our plans for the upcoming year. Thanks to Invensys for sponsoring the event once again; as always, John Eva represented his company's commitment to the…

Friday, December 14, 2012

Tri Town Chamber Raises Over $30K for Area Food Pantries, Mansfield

After about four years, the chamber's event has raised over $30,000 for area food pantries, including the Our Daily Bread Pantry in Mansfield.

The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce annual Oktoberfest to benefit the areas food pantries was a huge success again this year. The chamber is reporting that to date the Tri-Town Chamber has donated roughly $30,000 over the past 5 years to the three food pantries. The Chamber would like to thanks this year’s partners Mansfield Crossing and Covidien for helping to make this happen. This year's Ocktoberfest raised over $4,905 for area food pantries.

Friday, November 2, 2012

Tri Town Business Expo Moved to Nov. 14

From the Tri Town Chamber of Commerce.

Mega Business EXPO at Gillette is on for Nov. 14. This free event is open to the public. If you’re interested in buying local to support the community, this is a great place to meet your local business owners in person. Learn what’s new and get your questions answered by experts in your neighborhood. There will also be prizes, food and lots of fun. A great place to network with nearly 130 different exhibiting businesses, as well as, over 1000 other attendees! In addition Joe Andruzzi will be on hand from 5:00-7:00pm!   The Mega Business Expohours are 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a Business during Hours from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Why attend the EXPO? The 2012 Mega Business Expo is produced in partnership with the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce, Neponset …

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Viewfinder: Tri Town Oktoberfest 2012

Tri Town Oktoberfest returns for 2012!

On Tuesday, Oct. 2, area restaurants gathered at Mansfield Crossing to participate in the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest. The following is from the Tri Town Chamber of Commerce. “To date, this event has raised over $24,000 for the food pantries,” explains Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kara Griffin. “We are excited to be able to offer this program again this year with support from our generous sponsors, Covidien and Mansfield Crossing. Oktoberfest provides a great way to mingle with friends and friends while enjoying delicious food tastings and assisting local families in need. We hope everyone will come out to support this important community event.  Restaurants that have committed for 2012 so far; 2012 …

Amy

1:53 pm on Wednesday, October 3, 2012

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Mansfield High School Band Playing Tri Town Oktoberfest

Mansfield's Consider It Done to play the Tri-Town Oktoberfest celebration.

Consider it Done is a group of Mansfield High School boys that is passionate about music. They play a variety of music including original songs and cover songs, and they will be playing the Tri Town Chamber of Commerce's Oktoberfest celebration. Their style includes alternative rock and adult alternative music with a bit of jangle pop and folk. This eclectic group has performed for the local circuit at places such as Casey O'Connor's, the Elks, the VFW and Mansfield High School. They combine their passion for music with their passion for helping others. Consider It Done performs for many local charities, helping to raise funds for causes they feel strongly about. Looking for musical entertainment? Consider It Done. Musicians: Matt Garvin, …

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Two Mansfield Youths Finalists in Chamber Contest

Jack Moussette and Kara Hart of Mansfield write their favorite summer memories for Back to School contest for Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce.

Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce has announced that two Mansfield youths have been named finalists in the Back to School Buy Local Favorite Summer Memory Contest. They are Jack Moussette and Kara Hart. Other finalists are Victoria Vaphiades, Lily Grace Holloway and Daniel Clapp of Norton  and Paulina Baczkowski of Foxborough. “We want to congratulate all of the kids entered the contest,” said Kara Griffin, executive director of the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce.  “They made our decision very difficult because they were all so good!” The winner will be determined by the general public. Finalist entries are located on the Tri-Town Chamber Blog. Once you have read all the entries, select your favorite writer's name from the left hand column and …

Monday, August 6, 2012

Tri-Town Chamber Announces Back to School Buy Local Favorite Summer Memory Contest

Enter Tri-Town Chamber's contest and win back to school prizes!

The back to school ads have already started and we’re at the beginning of August so how can summer memories make back to school sweeter? The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce has the answer, the First Annual Back to School Buy Local Contest. Between July 25 and Aug. 15, children between the ages of 8-15 are encouraged to submit a 100-200 word essay on their Favorite Summer Memory along with photo or drawing. Three finalists will be chosen to have their entry posted on the Tri-Town Chamber Blog where friends and family can vote for their favorite. The winner will be announced on Aug. 27 and awarded a Back to School Grand Prize totalling over $300 including a shopping spree at Mansfield Crossing. They will be invited with their parents to an …

Kara Griffin

2:54 pm on Monday, August 6, 2012

We have received some cute stories but can't wait to hear more, we have amazing prizes to give away so enter today - get those kids writing and drawing!   more ›

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Tri-Town Chamber Announces Back to School Buy Local Favorite Summer Memory Contest

The back to school ads have already started and we’re only at the end of July so how can summer memories make back to school sweeter?

The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce has the answer, the First Annual Back to School Buy Local Contest. Between July 25 and Aug. 15, children between the ages of 8-15 are encouraged to submit a 100-200 word essay on their Favorite Summer Memory along with photo or drawing. Three finalists will be chosen to have their entry posted on the Tri-Town Chamber Blog where friends and family can vote for their favorite. The winner will be announced on Aug. 27 and awarded a Back to School Grand Prize totalling over $300 including a shopping spree at Mansfield Crossing. They will be invited with their parents to an awards ceremony breakfast on Aug. 29 at the Deutsche Bank Championship at 8:30am. “Summer is such a great time for kids and families,” said …

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Patch Academy Next Week in Mansfield

We'll show you how to make the most of the site at a July 11 event.

Patch wants to help readers use the site more effectively, to learn about what is happening around the area and to share information. On July 11, the editors of Mansfield Patch and nearby towns will hold a Patch Academy, at the Tri Town Chamber from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. on July 11. We want to show you, our readers, how to: upload photos and videos to our Patch sites; use Places, our business directory; and introduce you to Local Voices, a section where members of the community have space for their own blogs to write about what they find interesting or amusing. We also want to show you how we use social media like Facebook and Twitter to share our stories, let you know what's coming up, and interact with readers. Patch Academy is free and …

Monday, July 2, 2012

Buy Local Hits the Streets in Mansfield

Did you get a surprise when you were shopping or banking last Saturday in Mansfield?

The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce was out surprising and delighting customers and business owners early last Saturday afternoon with individually wrapped carnations from Judy’s Flowers in Foxboro.  At TDBank in Mansfield Crossing, manager Rich Schank and Tri-Town Chamber social media specialist, Jen Vondenbrink handed out carnations to patrons waiting in line.  One gentleman said, “My wife’s in the car.  She’ll love the flower.  What a surprise!”  Other businesses such as Glee Gifts, Hefez & Sons Jewelers, Advantage Appliance in Mansfield, Bridget’s An Irish Tradition in Norton and Your Curtain Store in Foxboro were equally surprised. If you want to keep up with the events of the summer, check out the Tri-Town Chamber Facebook page where in…

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