May’s Fun at Five Networking
Wednesday, May 1
5:00 – 7:00 pm

Old Sturbridge Village
Ox & Yoke Mercantile
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge MA 01566

Located in the Oliver Wight Building just outside the main Visitor Center the Ox & Yoke Mercantile is a great place to meet for coffee or tea, Village-made pastries, soups, salads, and desserts. Looking for a gift? Find a wide variety of Village-made crafts and designs, plus New England made food items, gardening supplies, children’s books, toys, and so much more.

Join us for Networking at OSV’s Ox & Yoke Mercantile and Café!
Come see the newly renovated Ox & Yoke Mercantile and Café at Old Sturbridge Village. Enjoy delicious sweet and savory offerings including the Village’s famous signature cookies.

Get a peek behind the scenes at OSV and learn about what the Village has planned for the year ahead including special Christmas by Candlelight offerings and new membership perks. In addition, there will be games, raffles, prizes, and networking.

THANK YOU TO OUR FUN AT FIVE SPONSOR!
DEXTER-RUSSELL

A handle. A Blade. And 200 years of experience. Dexter-Russell is a leading manufacturer of high-quality professional cutlery, with a history dating back to 1818. The company was founded in Southbridge, Massachusetts and began crafting knives and tools for local farmers and tradespeople. Today, Dexter-Russell is recognized as a top choice among chefs and foodservice professionals worldwide, offering durable, reliable, and expertly crafted knives that are designed to meet the needs of the modern kitchen.

Visit the Dexter Factory Outlet Store for great deals on quality products like kitchen cutlery, kitchen tools, industrial cutlery, tactical knives, and more! We have first quality as well as factory seconds at discounted prices.

OUTLET STORE HOURS: Thursdays 3:30pm – 6:30pm, Saturdays 8am – 12pm. Please call 1-800-343-6042 to confirm hours.

Dexter-Russell, 44 River St, Southbridge, MA, 508-765-0201, https://dexter1818.com/

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House: REGUS
Date: Friday May 3rd
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: 198 Charlton Rd. Suite 8, Sturbridge, MA 01566

Regus and the Chamber of Central Mass South cordially invite you for an afternoon with snacks and refreshments to celebrate the opening of the new Regus location in Sturbridge.

Guided tours are organized so that you can view the workplaces throughout the center.

The Chamber will cut the official red ribbon at 1:00 p.m.

ABOUT REGUS
For more than 30 years, Regus has helped businesses find and create the perfect workspace for their people.

Their extensive network of locations enables companies of all sizes to work wherever and however they need.

VISIT ONLINE FOR MORE. https://www.regus.com/

Let us know you are coming
RSVP BY EMAIL: sturbridge.charltonrd@regus.com

Enjoy a day listening to local musicians, hosted by Cinch I.T., while supporting the mission of CASA Project Worcester County! Purchase your ticket to this fundraiser event to join us on Saturday, May 4 from 12-6pm at the School Yahd (West Boylston) for music, raffles, lawn games, food trucks, and more.

Showdown ‘24 ! is Worcester County’s longest running and largest annual Food Truck Festival and Craft Fair. Celebrity judges and event attendees cast votes for their favorite food truck to be honored with the prestigious “Best of Worcester County Food Trucks” and “People’s Choice” awards. Along with great food from over 30 food trucks, customers may browse among the over 50 artisanal craft vendors, enjoy carnival style games, listen to music, experience the personalities of live Professional Wrestling or participate in an array of yard games such as corn hole, giant blocks, ladder toss and other activities just for the kids. Enjoy craft beer and wines at this year’s event from “The Stein & Vine”, Central Massachusetts’ favorite mobile bar service. It’s a fantastic way to spend a Spring afternoon with family and friends in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Celebration of pets -- dogs, cats, and others. FREE microchipping for first 50 pets; Leash exchange (trade in retractable for 6 foot nylon leash), crafts for kids, dog promenade for nicely behaved dogs on nylon leashes

The 27th annual Best Ball Charity Golf Tournament will take place on May 8th, 2024 at Cyprian Keyes golf Club, in Boylston, MA.

The annual 18-hole golf classic includes a continental breakfast starting at 8:00 am with a 9:00 am shotgun start. Golfer registration consisted of giveaways, green fees, golf cart, and a steak dinner.

It’s support like yours that allows us to continue providing care to thousands of Veterans and their families every year.

Register today! birdease.com/VeteransInc

For more information and sponsorship opportunities please contact Golf@veteransinc.org

Few things have been hyped as much as Artificial Intelligence. However, behind all that hype, many business owners are left wondering if, when and how AI is going to impact their business. In this highly interactive presentation we’ll take a moment to align on where AI is today, why everyone is talking about it, and where it is going in the near future. After establishing some context, we’ll explore how AI is being used today and more importantly, how you can start using it in your own business. Finally, we’ll leave lots of time for your questions.

Enjoy hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar in Craft's Hall while we learn about Artificial Intelligence from an expert in the field.

HORS D'OEUVRES
Classic Beef Tartar on Potato Crisps
Roasted Beef, Basil & Goat Cheese Tartlets
Artichoke Beignets, Beef Bourguignon Puffs
Mac & Cheese Croquettes, Miniature Chicken Pot Pies

SPACE IS LIMITED. Please RSVP!

About the Presenter: Delcie Bean, CEO of Paragus I.T.

Since founding the company at the age of thirteen, Delcie Bean has transformed Paragus I.T. into one of the most successful, fastest-growing IT firms in the region. The company’s unique corporate culture and strategic approach to providing outsourced I.T. services to small-to-medium sized businesses have earned many accolades, including Inc. Magazine’s list of 5,000 fastest-growing businesses and Forbes Magazine’s 25 Small Giants.

As the company has grown, so has Delcie’s commitment to equity and inclusion. In 2014, he created Tech Foundry, an educational nonprofit designed to address the need for a skilled I.T. workforce by providing in-depth training for promising individuals from marginalized or underrepresented communities. In 2016, Delcie began the process of transitioning Paragus to a 100% employee-owned company.

Today, Delcie is on a mission to grow Paragus into a $250 million firm with offices all throughout the country. In doing so, Delcie aims to create more than 100 employee-owner millionaires. Most recently, Paragus expanded into Central Massachusetts by acquiring Comportz Technologies and opening an office in downtown Worcester.

When he isn’t at the helm of Paragus, Delcie is living the quiet life with his wife of 15 years and their three boys in southern NH, serving as a trustee of Bay Path University, and fulfilling his commitment to lifelong learning through his service to YPO.

The Auburn Chamber Community Expo is a great opportunity to meet customers, prospects, and other Chamber members in a fun and casual environment. The Showcase is free and open to the public to encourage maximum community participation.

Meet key contacts in the Worcester Public Career
Vocational Technical Education Programs, gain detailed insight
into the programs each school offers, and learn how to access
emerging graduating students for your business.

Breakfast to Support Girls Voice Programming & Honor Our Community Leaders

Back by popular demand! The program will include an award presentation, information on the Club’s girls-only programming, networking and more! Past award recipients include retired Colonel of MA State Police, Marian McGovern; first woman board president of the Boys & Girls Club, Mary DiBara and Business leader and philanthropist, Colleen Herlihy.

Come meet Worldwide television superstar, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino of Jersey Shore and Jersey Shore Family Vacation fame. He will be meeting fans and signing copies of his bestselling book, Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison.



For more information on this event please visit: https://a-great-notion.square.site/



About Reality Check:

No punches are pulled in this unfiltered tale relaying Mike's darkest thoughts after trying heroin, going to prison, and grieving his wife’s tragic miscarriages.



As in all true redemption stories, Mike never gave up, and readers are sure to be inspired by his determination to get clean and sober and become the family man he is today.



Reality Check unveils the untold stories behind the scenes of Jersey Shore and showbiz, pulling back the curtain at the making of a cultural phenomenon. Sorrentino’s genuine voice and raw honesty resonate from page to page, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives and find inspiration in his journey.

We are excited to announce the Tri-State SHRM Conference, the largest HR conference in New England, which will take place at Mohegan Sun (Uncasville, CT) from May 13 - 15, 2024.
Our conference aims to unmask the changing face of HR by providing HR leaders with the necessary tools to stay ahead of the curve. The multi-day event will feature keynote speakers, educational breakout sessions, (SHRM and HRCI Recertification Credits) interactive games, multiple business networking opportunities, and an expo showcasing the latest HR technology and trends.

It’s time to fire up the BBQ!!

The Chamber of Central Mass South
MEAT RAFFLE
Charlton Beagle Club
103 Bond Rd., Charlton
Sunday, May 19, 3-6 PM

Six Rounds with Six Meats at Each Round
Each Round Features a Meat Smoked by BT’s Smokehouse

Meat Raffle Ticket Pricing:
1 ticket for $1
6 tickets for $5
12 tickets for $10
25 tickets for $20

Meats include, but are not limited to:
Steaks, Roasts, Ribs, Smoked Ham, Brisket,
Chicken, Hamburger, Hot Dogs and more!

Also, a 50-50 Raffle, Door Prize Raffle, and Gift Basket Raffle
Food and beverage provided by the Beagle Club

Affordable Women's Conference, speakers and panelists all local, inspiring women!
Join hundreds of local women for our 3rd annual conference highlighting local experts as we share insights and strategies that ensure we know we are not alone!
Always affordable tickets $52 include breakfast, lunch, complementary wine and hors d'oeuvres, and swag bag.
Comedy Show Tickets the Wednesday evening before the conference: $35.
More information and tickets on sale MARCH 1: https://sheslocal.org/central-mass-conference-for-women/

We are pleased to be hosting our 26th annual event and we hope you can join us at on of the best charity golf tournaments of the year! Proceeds from the day will support people with developmental disabilities in our community and our new program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)