Are you ready to wrap up Q1 of 2024 with more connections under your belt? Check out these events that are happening throughout the state, broken down by region of the state and week. Jump to the section you’re looking for below:
Start your morning off right with Cape Cod Chamber’s March Good Morning Networking at CapeSpace on Friday, March 1st at 8 am. Discover all CapeSpace has to offer, reconnect with friends and colleagues, and meet someone new. Breakfast treats provided by Bagels & Beyond.
Join the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Nantucket Historical Association, and sponsored by Cape Cod 5, Friday, March 8th, 8:30 am – 10:30 am, 13 Broad Street, for our International Women’s Day Breakfast & Panel! Enjoy an informational and impactful morning of networking and discussions around Nantucket women in business.
This year’s theme is, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.” According to the United Nations, “…Achieving gender equality and women’s well-being in all aspects of life is more crucial than ever if we want to create prosperous economics and a healthy planet. However, we are facing a key challenge: the alarming $360 billion annual deficit in gender-equality measures by 2030.” (UN.org)
We’ll also explore the impact of investment inequality and highlight the importance of protecting women and other marginalized groups.
Doors open at 8:30 am and our impressive panel of women will begin at 9:00 am. We hope you arrive hungry, delicious bites will be provided! Panelist and Moderator will be announced soon!
Now more than ever, small businesses are finding it challenging to hire talented workers. One source of talent employers should consider is people with disabilities. At this breakfast discussion on Tuesday, March 12th at 7:30 am, you will learn why recruiting, hiring, and retaining people with disabilities is great for small businesses. Mary Vilbon, President & CEO of the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce will moderate the discussion panel. Learn how hiring people with disabilities can help your business.
The Eastham Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the Tuesday, March 12th Business After Hours hosted by Remo’s Good Eats Pizzeria at 5:30 pm.
What better way to create business and customer loyalty than to join your business friends and neighbors at a Members’ Networking and Social.
Come and meet the new owner, Remo, and the staff. Catch up with some friends, find out what is happening in Eastham, taste some incredible appetizers, drink some wine, and possibly win some awesome door prizes.
Come stop by and celebrate 65 years with the Harwich Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 13th.
It’s time for one of our favorite annual events!
Join us on Wednesday, March 13th at 5:30 pm and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce at The Emerald Resort: Irish Village in Hyannis.
Enjoy Irish inspired dishes, live music and cash bar. Don’t forget to wear your GREEN! We hope to see you there!
Join the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce and our host, The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod, for a business before hours networking event on Thursday, March 14, from 8:00 – 9:00AM.
Attending a networking event before the workday begins allows you to expand your professional network and discover potential new business opportunities in a relaxed, casual setting. You can have meaningful conversations, exchange business cards and contact information, and grow your connections.
Refreshments provided.
No charge for members or non members.
Join the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce for their Business Connections at Cape Cod 5 on Thursday, March 14th.
Attend the 2024 Watchlist at Pelham House Resort on Wednesday, March 20th at 5 pm.
Join CCYP for our March Coffee Connect on Thursday, March 21st from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. at Lower Cape TV! Start your work day with networking, coffee & tea, breakfast treats, learning about Lower Cape TV, and community connections!
This event is a great way to reconnect and meet new people from all across the Cape! Thank you to our generous host and community partner, Lower Cape TV!
Join us at our Business After Hours networking event hosted by Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Cape Cod & The Islands and sponsored by The Brotherhood, Thursday, March 21st, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, 23 Broad Street.
Mix and mingle with Nantucket’s business community and learn all about Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Cape Cod & The Island’s relaunch at The Brotherhood’s classically sleek restaurant. It will be a networking night to remember with scrumptious hors d’oeuvres and a 50/50 raffle benefiting BBBS’s mission, and one lucky winner!
Chill with the Orleans Chamber of Commerce during our Business After Hours at the Charles Moore Arena on Thursday, March 21st at 5:30 pm. Start practicing those axles because free skate will be available. Bring your own helmet (if desired).
Register now for the Entrepreneur & Small Business Expo on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at the Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank headquarters at 1500 Iyannough Road in Hyannis!
The Expo, to be held from 8 am to 1:30 pm, provides skills and resources to participating entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Join the Mashpee Chamber for the 2024 Annual Meeting at The Club at New Seabury! The 2024 Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at The Club at New Seabury. During this event, we will honor local residents by awarding the 2024 Citizen of the Year and Mashpee Unsung Heroes Awards.
Meet and greet your Dennis Chamber friends and guests at our networking evening on Thursday, March 28th at 5:30 pm. Thank you Franzago Financial for hosting this popular event. Free to members and guests, sign up soon! Drinks and refreshments provided, plus door prizes and more!
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”central”>Central Massachusetts
Join us this month for Networking AM at Workbar Burlington on Tuesday, March 5th at 8:30 am!
Networking AM is held on the 1st Tuesday of every month at a BACC Member location. This is a casual networking event designed to build working relationships among members while highlighting a BACC Member’s business. Join us for coffee and a breakfast snack and be sure to bring plenty of business cards.
Join us for our first annual Malden-Melrose Chamber Business Lunch on Wednesday, March 6th at 11:30 am featuring guest speakers: Mayor Gary Christenson & Mayor Jennifer Grigoraitis. Hosted by Bobby C’s Ristorante. It will be an informative lunch with great networking.
Attend their nighttime networking event on Wednesday, March 6th at 5:30 pm.
Join the Waltham Chamber of Commerce at our Annual Business Meeting on Thursday, March 7th at 12 pm. We’d like to invite our members to come together as we begin our 107th year.
We are also excited to announce our Keynote speaker: Secretary of Transportation for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Monica G. Tibbits-Nutt.
Attend the Wachusett Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Monday, March 11th at 5:30 pm.
Brew up some new connections at the hottest new venue in Westborough on Tuesday, March 12th at 5 pm! The Chamber’s BREW and BUSINESS Networking event is being held at Cold Harbor Brewing/Restaurant and is the perfect opportunity for business professionals to enjoy a beer or other great spirits, and learn more about each other’s business. Don’t miss this chance to raise a glass with like-minded individuals in a relaxed and festive atmosphere and exchange business cards with potential new business connections.
Join the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce for a delicious lunch and the opportunity to network with other professionals at The Arbors at Dracut, a premier assisted living and memory care facility. It will be held on Wednesday, March 13th at 12 pm.
A gathering of like-minded MRCC Members and Guests who want to connect & experience growth together. It will be held on Wednesday, March 13th at 12 pm.
Join the Woburn Chamber for our 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament on March 13th at 5:30 pm at the Crowne Plaza Woburn!
Round Robin Format. Run by Wicked Cornhole Events. This is going to be a wicked fun event. Gift Certificate prizes for 1st and 2nd place. Raffles, Cash Bar, Apps, and lots of networking.
Players and non-players (networking only) are welcome. Come for the Fun, Come for the Competition, Come to grow your business. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Woburn Youth Hockey.
Shenanigans and fun is on the menu at our St. Paddy’s Day Business After Hours event on Thursday, March 14th at 5 pm! We’re teaming up once again with our friends and favorite radio station Myfm 101.3 for a night of networking, great craic, fabulous food, and a ton of giveaways!
The 2024 Butch Moore “You Touched Upon My Life” award will be presented to our very own Chamber President Laura O’Callaghan. Make sure to register and join in on the festivities to congratulate Laura!
Slainte!
Save the date! March 14th 5:30-7pm at the Umbrella Art Center.
Chamber Business After Hours Networking event.
Grab a business neighbor, come have fun, mingle, network, and develop in-person relationships with your fellow Concord Business Owners… Looking forward to seeing you there!
Join the Lexington Chamber of Commerce for our monthly networking event on Tuesday, March 19th at 5:30 pm. Grow your network and grow your business. Mix and mingle with other professionals at an event you won’t want to miss!
Our hosts are Lexington Self Defense Partners; Allan Azoff and Clev Coats.
The entrance to the studio is found at the back of the large brick building at 177 Bedford Street and there is ample parking. We look forward to seeing you there.
Free for Chamber Members $25 for nonmembers.
Drinks and appetizers will be provided.
The Sudbury Chamber of Commerce is hosting an IMPORTANT OPPORTUNITY FOR SUDBURY BUSINESS VOICES TO BE HEARD ON SUDBURY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING- MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW AND PLAN TO ATTEND.
Wednesday, March 20, meeting 11:30 – 1:00 pm at the Sudbury Point Grill, 120 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury.
The Sudbury Chamber of Commerce is underwriting this meeting because we believe it sets the stage for our community – and our businesses – into the future.
A new Economic Development Plan for Sudbury is on the horizon. Guest speakers will be Adam Burney, newly appointed Director of Planning and Development, Town Manager Andy Sheehan, and Select Board Member Jennifer Roberts. The Sudbury Select Board established Economic Development as a goal for 2024. To aid in this effort, the Board committed $35,000 of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds to hire an economic development consultant. Before engaging a consultant, officials want to better understand the challenges facing the business community and how the Town may partner with the business community.
This is our opportunity to have a concrete impact on the future of our business community.
With the importance of this meeting, non-members may join this meeting at NO CHARGE. Registration is required. Sign up to follow.
It is critical that we show up.
Join us this month for Networking PM at Redstone American Grill on Thursday, March 21st.
Networking PM Thursday is held the 3rd Thursday of every month at a BACC member restaurant from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. This is a casual networking event, designed to build working relationships and expand our members’ networks.
Light appetizers will be served and a cash bar is available.
Plan to meet us at Northwoods Builders and Kitchens on March 26th at 5:30 pm. Build your business while you nosh and network in the beautiful new showroom on Great Road in Acton. Rub elbows with the Northwoods crew and learn how Northwoods is building its own brand in Acton (along with plenty of houses, additions and cabinets). Mingle with our members and friends and share your own plans and projects.
Northwoods Builders and Kitchens is a full-service construction and renovations company that specializes in new construction, additions, kitchen renovations and design of built-ins, cabinetry and closets. They offer kitchen design services at their showroom in Acton and pride themselves on their quality, exemplary workmanship and integrity for residential customers throughout our area.
Attend the Walpole Business Forum on Thursday, March 28th at 7 am.
Join Meagan Jackson, Owner of M. Jackson Accounting & Bookkeeping, for light refreshments and networking at Cabinet Gallery in Hopkinton on Thursday, March 28th at 5 pm. Meagan will also give a short presentation on Bookkeeping Basics. Whether you are a business owner, manager, or employee, having an understanding of your company’s numbers is essential! If you’re not the accountant or bookkeeper, what should you know? Meagan will talk about what you should look out for, common problems, and why understanding your numbers is the key to driving strategic business decisions.
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”greater”>Greater Boston
Join The Revere Chamber of Commerce for the Women’s History Month Luncheon on Friday, March 8th at 12 pm. Keynote Speakers: Senator Lydia Edwards, Representative Jessica Giannino & First Lady of Revere Jennifer Keefe. Buffet style lunch, catered by Bono Appetit Meal Prep Co. Desserts made by Jennifer Keefe.
The Quincy Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting is an opportunity for Chamber businesses to showcase themselves to hundreds of attendees. Take the opportunity to socialize and learn about the new, the established and the up-and-coming companies our dynamic city has to offer at beautiful Granite Links!
Join us on March 26th at 4:30 pm as we honor one of our founding members by announcing the 6th Annual Bruce Wood Grant recipient and 2nd Annual Phyllis Godwin Women in Business Award. We will also be announcing the 7th Annual Business Hall of Fame recipient during the awards ceremony! Reserve now to showcase your business or to become a sponsor. Don’t miss out!
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”north”>North Shore
Join us for a high-vibe morning on Friday, March 8th filled with inspiration that will leave you feeling ready to take on the world! Our annual International Women’s Day Luncheon will feature female entrepreneurs speaking about “how she built it”. Learn from their challenges and high points to fuel success in your own business. Network with like-minded women, listen to inspirational stories and enjoy lunch at the Blue Ocean Event Center.
Women’s Business League is a community of businesswomen who lean into each other to learn and grow. We believe in sharing the journey and lifting others up. This International Women’s Day, let’s all fully #InspireInclusion. The theme this year and beyond is to collectively forge a more inclusive world for women.
Please join us for a Women in Business Luncheon on Wednesday, March 13th at 12 pm.
Join the Salem Chamber at Olde Main Street Pub on Thursday, March 14th at 5 pm for an evening of conversations and connections! Enjoy meeting your fellow Chamber members, lite hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments from the cash bar. Restaurateur Kieran O’Neill serves the dishes, beers, and spirits of Ireland and the United Kingdom with familiarity, flair, and outstanding hospitality. Olde Main Street Pub invites all to enjoy their St. Patricks Day festivities planned for the weekend following this event. Salem Chamber networking events are free for Salem Chamber members and first-time attendees, $20 for non-members.
Head to Gametime Lanes & Entertainment on Thursday, March 14th at 5:30 pm for the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce March Mixer.
Join us for Chamber Night at The Landing Restaurant on Tuesday, March 19th at 5 pm.
Join us and fellow chamber members at The Open Door for our March Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 20th at 5 pm. Network over light refreshments and enter a raffle for The Open Door Swag, and more!
Join this networking event on Tuesday, March 26th at 5 pm.
Learn how to play Pickleball with the experts, followed by a Pickleball tournament on Wednesday, March 27th at 4:30 pm! After the fun, stick around to network at the Cedardale bar!
Attend the Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards on Thursday, March 28th at 5 pm.
We invite you to join us for a fun THRIVE After Hours on Thursday, March 28th at 5 pm spent networking at Sea Level Oyster Bar. Bring your colleagues and make new connections!
Join us at Opportunity Works on Thursday, March 28th at 5:30 pm for a mixer featuring light refreshments, networking opportunities, and a great time!
Celebrate Chamber members at this event on Thursday, March 28th at 6 pm.
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”sc”>South Coast
Join the Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday,March 5th, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. for a Business After Hours at KatieJodly, 44 Weir Street in Taunton. Stop by for networking and check out their beautiful boutique!
Business After Hours is an evening of fun, food, and fellowship among Chamber members and their guests, with a chance to network, make new friends, and meet potential customers.
Join us for breakfast and networking to learn about the Assisted Living and Memory Care Community at The Cottages in Dartmouth Village on Tuesday, March 12th at 8:30 am.
This event provides our members, guests, and friends an early-morning opportunity to increase your access to leads, build your book of business, and to encourage meaningful professional relationships.
Please bring plenty of business cards as this event is sure to be the most popular morning networking breakfast mixer throughout the entire SouthCoast.
Enjoy a delicious lunch and network on Wednesday, March 13th at 12 pm.
Attend this networking event on Thursday, March 21st at 5 pm.
Celebrate the achievements of the Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce throughout the past year at their Annual Meeting on Tuesday, March 26th at 5 pm.
Join the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce for our March Business After Hours sponsored by Santoro Financial Planning Group on Wednesday, March 27th at 5:30 pm. Come for an informal social where businesspeople get together, exchange ideas and develop new relationships. There will be food and drink and plenty of relationship building.
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”ss”>South Shore
Head to the Tinker’s Son on Tuesday, March 6th at 12 pm.
Free for members!! It’s time to connect in person!
Please join the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce for our Member Network Series – After Hours event at the Green Harbor Golf Club on Wednesday, March 6th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be a selection of hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Thanks to our member, the Green Harbor Golf Club for hosting us! Our Member Network Series is a great way to get out and socialize, connect with other business leaders in the community, and hear about all of the great work the Chamber is doing in town. Bring a friend….or two!
Looking forward to seeing you all in person!
Come join SSYP for our March Afterhours at Winslow’s – Green Harbor Golf Club on Thursday, March 7th at 5 pm.
Come and throw for your chamber, meet and reconnect with area chamber members at this event hosted by the Hanover Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, March 12th at 5:30 pm.
Join the South Shore Women’s Business Network as we relax and connect over a morning beverage and bagels and pastries on Wednesday, March 20th at 9 am.
Getting connected over Coffee at Fuel 53 Hanover (located at Starland) will be held at this location Bi-monthly.
A relaxed gathering to connect with fellow member, welcome new members, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
A great opportunity to socialize and network after hours with the South Shore Chamber on Thursday, March 21st at 4 pm!
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”western”>Western Massachusetts
Join the GNCC and Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School for our March ARRIVE@5 on Wednesday, March 6th at 5 pm! Come reconnect with old friends and make new connections in the local business community! This alcohol-free event will feature a selection of mocktails and foods from the school’s popular culinary arts program, a top producer for back-of-the-house talent for leading area restaurants and other food establishments. We’ll also feature a Quiet Room for guests looking to make connections in a softer setting. Our thanks to our exclusive sponsor, Keiter!
The Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Second Annual Women in Leadership Celebration will be happening on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at Crissey Farm in Great Barrington.
Join us to celebrate 2024’s Award Winners and get a chance to network. Plus, Lunch & Learn with our Power Panel, who will answer your business and mentoring questions.
Join us as we celebrate our successes, what we have learned and where we are headed on Tuesday, March 12th at 12 pm. And most importantly we celebrate you, our members. If you have reached a business milestone in 2023, be sure to join us as we want to share that with the membership and give you the recognition you deserve!
Join the West of The River Chamber of Commerce for a fun night of networking with our friends at the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, March 12th at 5 pm!
Woman in Business Inc. invites you to our dynamic March Networking Event on Wednesday, March 13th at 5:30 pm. Join 35-45 accomplished ladies for an evening of connections, collaborations, and community. Elevate your network with us! Secure your spot now and be part of this empowering gathering.
Join us at O’Connell’s Irish Pub & Grill on Wednesday, March 13th at 5 pm for an evening of networking as lead up to big holiday weekend when everyone is Irish for just a little while!
Head to PINZ in Hadley on Wednesday, March 13th at 5 pm.
Network with the South Hadley & Granby Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 13th at 5 pm.
Join us for an Open House/Business After Hours with Quabbin Realty, LLC on Thursday, March 14th at 5 pm.
During the Business After Hours you will have the opportunity to meet business owner, Carl Lindley, tour the available space, network and enjoy light refreshments. Two drink tickets included with admission.
Business After Hours is an opportunity for you to network with other Worcester Regional Chamber members and guests. Meet new contacts, develop new leads, and exchange ideas. Join us and dozens of area professionals for a fun, informal networking event on Thursday, March 21st at 5 pm.
As one of the largest youth development agencies in Central Massachusetts, Boys & Girls Club of Worcester provides mentoring, programs, and services that help youth reach their full potential.
Join the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce for the Inaugural Entrepreneur Awards Reception and Resource Showcase as we celebrate the power of entrepreneurs and small businesses as job creators and innovators helping to advance our economy.
It will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Register for the event here.
<h2id=”state”>Statewide
Discover your parenting strengths and replace the daily burn out with confidence. In this workshop — held by MomUp on Tuesday, March 5th at 12 pm — learn to move past frustration and increase the joy of motherhood to experience greater levels of happiness and connection with your family.
Participants will get a brief introduction to parent strengths and learn the basic framework that makes up the positive strength based parenting foundation. Leaders will learn how to bring the content back to their communities to build strong confident Moms that live their strengths daily.
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