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Important Update Regarding Chili Fest 2026
NEW DATE DECIDED!
After evaluating our options following the postponement of Chili Fest due to unfortunate weather conditions, we have landed on a new date to bring the heat!
The 29th Annual Chili Fest will now take place on Saturday, March 21st - be sure to mark your calendars!
Networking Event
First Thursday Business Connections
- Thursday, March 5th
- 8:00-9:00 am
- Vicky G. Duffy Pavilion
This networking event provides members the opportunity to introduce themselves and their business/organization. One member commented, "this meeting was the equivalent of knocking on 40 doors in one hour." Meetings are moderated as attendees briefly explain their business. By reservation, 3 members may have a 3-minute spotlight to share their business.
Please call the office 860-388-3266 if you'd like to reserve a 3-minute presentation spot.
Refreshment Sponsorships available, please call the office for details.
Non-Members by invitation
Free to attend. Coffee provided.
Info Session
2026 Portugal Information Session
- Thursday, March 12th
- 5:30-6:30 pm
- The Estuary, 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook
Interested in traveling to Portugal Oct 2026?
Join us and CI Destinations for this in-person information session and get ALL your questions answered!
Registration required!
Luncheon
Women in Business Luncheon | Gail Petrwosky
- Friday, March 13, 2026
- 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
- Saybrook Point Resort & Marina
at the beautiful Saybrook Point Resort.
Presented by Gail Petrowsky - Author, Life Coach, Retreat Leader, Master in NLP