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Monday, November 18, 2024Legacy Theatre Announces 2025 Mainstage Season, Featuring Sondheim’s SWEENEY TODD and Hilarious Farce NOISES OFF
Branford’s Legacy Theatre is thrilled to pull back the curtain on the 2025 Mainstage season lineup for the historic theatre’s 5th anniversary season. Featuring musicals and straight plays, drama and comedy, classics and premieres, there truly is something for everyone! Subscriptions for the 2025 Mainstage Series will go on sale Monday, November 18 at 10:00 AM and can be purchased through the Box Office (203.315.1901) or Legacy’s website, LegacyTheatreCT.org. Single tickets will be available for purchase
Wednesday, November 13, 2024Branford Community Foundation (BCF) Announces New Online Volunteer Platform, BranfordVolunteers.org
BRANFORD, CT November 6, 2024 – There are dozens of nonprofits and charitable organizations doing great work in and around Branford, and thousands of residents with the skills and desire to help. But until now, there hasn't been an easy way to connect the two. The new BranfordVolunteers.org makes that connection. Supported by the Branford Community Foundation (BCF), BranfordVolunteers.org helps local nonprofits publicize their volunteer opportunities, and gives members of the community a single
Friday, November 08, 2024Greenwich Director of Human Resources, Mary Pepe, Joins Legacy Theatre Board
Legacy Theatre is thrilled to announce that Mary Pepe joined the Board of Trustees as of October 28, 2024. Pepe is presently the Director of Human Resources for the Town of Greenwich, CT. She is the former Vice President of Operations at the Regional Water Authority in New Haven where she also served as Director of Human Resources. Previously, Pepe held that role at Valley Cable Vision/Tele-Media Company of Western Connecticut. Mary began her career as a teacher of English and also served in the
Wednesday, November 06, 2024Pat Munger Construction Company, Inc. Delivers Landmark Expansion for Extra Space Storage in Shelton, CT
Pat Munger Construction Company, Inc. is proud to announce the completion of a significant expansion project at Extra Space Storage, located at 917 Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT. This state-of-the-art, 100,000-square-foot storage facility meets the growing demand for secure, climate-controlled storage in the region.The newly completed facility spans four stories, each measuring 25,000 square feet. The project involved complex demolition work, including the removal of an existing 20,000-square-foot interior
Friday, November 01, 2024News Release: 11/1/2024
Solstice Senior Living at Guilford is proud to partner with S.H.O.R.E. in a Give Back to Veterans day-long fundraising event at The Guilford Mooring, 505 Whitfield St. Guilford on Tuesday, November 12th from noon-8 p.m. Senior Housing Relief for Elders (SHORE) is a 501(c)(3) organization that helps seniors and veterans transition into senior living communities. Their programs aim to make these transitions more affordable and accessible by addressing the financial and emotional challenges that come with
Wednesday, October 30, 2024Branford Community Foundation (BCF) Announces New Fund in Partnership with Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter
The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the creation of a new fund: The Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter Medical and Wellness Endowment Fund. In partnership with Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, the designated fund aims to help provide necessary veterinary care for abandoned and stray animals who come through the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter for years to come. Twenty-one years ago, local volunteers joined together to create the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter. At the time, it was a unique idea
Monday, October 28, 2024V.F. McNeil Insurance Exceeds Fundraising Goal in Fitness Challenge for Make-A-Wish® Connecticut
The team at V.F. McNeil Insurance is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of its latest fitness fundraiser benefiting Make-A-Wish® Connecticut, which wrapped up on October 21. Thanks to the generous support of friends, family, clients, and colleagues, the team proudly raised a total of $13,407 to help grant wishes to children facing critical illnesses. With an initial goal of $10,000, V.F. McNeil surpassed expectations as donations poured in from not only Connecticut, but across the country,
Friday, October 25, 2024How You Can Empower Your Remote Teams for Exceptional Productivity
In today’s fast-paced world of remote work, maintaining focus amid endless digital distractions can be both difficult and rewarding. As virtual collaboration becomes standard, finding ways to boost productivity is essential. Clear communication methods reduce confusion, while well-integrated tools enhance team efficiency. Virtual meetings can foster the same level of engagement as in-person interactions when the right systems are in place. With the proper strategies, remote teams can exceed expectations
Thursday, October 24, 2024News Release: 10/24/2024
Friends of the Blackstone Library will be ringing in the holidays with our annual Holiday Gift Basket Sale Thursday, December 12th - Sunday, December 15th. We are asking for your generous support with the following: Completed gift basketsNew or nearly new items to include in gift baskets (our volunteers will build and decorate them)Gift cardsMonetary contributions Looking for ideas? Consider items for everyone on your shopping list such as Car Care, Sports, Children, Teens, Pets, Cooking and Baking,
Monday, October 21, 2024Holiday Tradition ''A Christmas Carol'' Returns to Legacy Theatre December 4-15!
The fan-favorite holiday tradition returns, this time with a new leading man! The Legacy Theatre team is pleased to announce that Rod Brogan will join the company of A Christmas Carol as Ebenezer Scrooge. Legacy audiences may recognize Brogan from his performance earlier this season as Adam in Mark Twain’s The Diaries of Adam and Eve. Brogan also boasts an impressive resume, with credits such as Mauritius on Broadway, the National Tour of Doubt, series' regular Chip Russell in the first season of the CBS
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Thursday, October 17, 2024Comcast Opens Xfinity Store in Branford
Representatives from Comcast, along with Branford First Selectman John Cosgrove and Shoreline Chamber President Dee Jacob, announced the opening of a new Xfinity Store in Branford. The updated 3,750-square-foot storefront features an interactive design and provides a destination for visitors to experience the complete line of Xfinity products and services, access the NOW product portfolio of low-cost, prepaid Internet, Mobile and TV. “The town of Branford is pleased to welcome a new, full-service Xfinity
Wednesday, October 16, 2024Business Acrobatics: Adobe Tools Help Women Entrepreneurs Nail the Landing
As we celebrate Women's Small Business Month this October, it's important to recognize the innovative tools that empower women entrepreneurs to streamline their operations and drive growth. Adobe Acrobat offers a suite of features designed to enhance productivity, making it easier to manage documents, collaborate with teams, and handle essential business tasks efficiently. For women business owners looking to save time and focus on scaling their ventures, these solutions can be a game-changer in
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Monday, September 23, 2024TGF Youth Advisory Group Awards $29,000 to Community Local Nonprofits and GHS Programs
The Youth Advisory Group (YAG), a youth-run grantmaking body of The Guilford Foundation, distributed $29,000 to 11 community-serving nonprofits at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Through the Guilford Interact Student Advisory Fund, $14,000 in grants were awarded to area organizations providing critical services that impact Guilford's youth. The six grant recipients include: ALEX, Inc.: Queer Prom 2024Community Dining Room: 2024 Pride RallyCommunity Nursery School: Summer Session Tuition
Thursday, September 12, 2024The Guilford Foundation Welcomes New Board Members and Announces Officers
The Guilford Foundation added Wesley Cain and Nathan Scoggin to the board of directors, who bring tremendous business and philanthropic experience. The slate of officers was also announced and includes Chair Alex Sulpasso, Vice Chair John Hyman, Treasurer Kristin Vander Wiede, and Secretary Ashley Fernandez."The Guilford Foundation's board is the driving force behind our grantmaking, strategic direction, governance, and community leadership," said Liza Janssen Petra, Executive Director of The Guilford
Tuesday, July 09, 2024Video Testimonial for UNAPEN IT & CyberSecurity Services for Non-Profits – Maryann Ott, Executive Director of NewAlliance Foundation in New Haven, CT Gives UNAPEN ITComplete 5 Stars!
UNAPEN'S AFFORDABLE IT & CYBERSECURITY SUITE OF SERVICES FOR NON-PROFITS AND SMALL/MEDIUM SIZE BUSINESSESNewAlliance Foundation is a charitable foundation that makes grants to the non-profit community in the Greater New Haven area and in other parts of Connecticut. They separated from their parent corporate entity in 2011, and needed to hire an IT firm to handle all of their IT needs, and they chose UNAPEN.See Maryann's video testimonial here:“UNAPEN, Inc. Review: UNAPEN Is a Great Partner”After using
Tuesday, June 25, 2024News Release: UNAPEN offers vCISO Cyber Assessment Services for Connecticut Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
CYBERSECURITY RISK ABATEMENT & PROTECTIONHow do you convince your Executive Management and Board Members that:your IT infrastructure is secure,your IT provider is actually doing their job well,and that your clients' confidential information is protected?Engaging an experienced vCISO(Virtual Chief Information Security Officer) offers critical protection for your business/organization and clients' data by designing and implementing a robust cybersecurity strategy tailored to your specific needs and
Friday, March 15, 2024News Release: UNAPEN has been recognized as the 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for 2023, marking our second consecutive year of receiving this honor.
UNAPEN has been recognized as the 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for 2023, marking our second consecutive year of receiving this honor. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our clients for contributing to another successful year. A special round of applause goes to the UNAPEN IT team for their dedication to delivering a caliber of client service that has garnered us the title of 'Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut' for both 2022 and 2023, as awarded by UpCity MarketPlace. We
Thursday, September 07, 2023UNAPEN Offering a FREE Consultation on Hybrid Work Solutions to Boost Employee Productivity and Job Satisfaction!
The hybrid work model is now the norm across almost every industry—and UNAPEN can help position your business with work-from-anywhere trends, best practices, challenges and strategies.Let us help you optimize your hybrid work model.Schedule a free consultation with our experts to learn how you can mitigate hybrid work challenges and boost the productivity and job satisfaction of your employees.Click here to View: UNAPEN offering a free consultation on hybrid work solutions to boost employee productivity and
Monday, August 21, 2023How to Identify Operational Inefficiencies in Your Business
As a business owner, it's crucial to recognize and address any financial and operational weaknesses in your company. These weaknesses can manifest themselves in various forms, including inefficient operations, subpar sales, ineffective marketing, poor internal communication, and customer service. In this article, we explore how business owners can identify and remedy these issues to improve their company's overall health and profitability.Intelligent Automation Intelligent automation combines the power
Tuesday, August 01, 2023UNAPEN Newsletter - Artificial Intelligence Webinar by UNAPEN, eBook - 6 Reasons Why It’s Time to Move Your Office Apps to the Cloud, Disaster Recovery vs Business Continuity, MS Dynamics CRM for Small/Medium Size Businesses
Curious about the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence? Check out the on-demand webinar presented by UNAPEN, perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about this cutting-edge technology!Also check out the Cloud Migration, CRM, and Disaster Recovery articles, every business will be affected by one of these topics in the coming year!Plus, a Bonus Report - Wealth Advisors are Proving Invaluable in Volatile Times.
Friday, June 02, 2023UNAPEN Newsletter – FBI Cyber Warning on Juice Jacking, Non-Profit News, NextGen AI from Microsoft CoPilot, 2 Solutions to Grow Your Business
UNAPEN Newsletter – FBI Cyber Warning on Juice Jacking, Non-Profit News, NextGen AI from Microsoft CoPilot, 2 Solutions to Grow Your Business Find out how Connecticut businesses and non-profit organizations are becoming more efficient, spending more effectively, and applying automation and integration to make their operations more scalable!
Friday, June 02, 2023UNAPEN Awarded as ''Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022''
PRESS RELEASE: UNAPEN Awarded as ''Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022''Thanks to all our clients for a great year and special congratulations to the UNAPEN IT team for their efforts to provide a level of client service that’s earned us “Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022” by UpCity MarketPlace.Check out the link to see all the reviews and details https://upcity.com/profiles/unapenEvery year, UpCity’s Best of Awards honor B2B service providers’ tremendous work within rotating focus
Thursday, May 11, 2023Move Up the Career Ladder with a Professional Development Plan
Having a plan for your career trajectory is essential if you want to reach the top. A professional development plan can help boost your career by providing you with the guidance, resources, and tools to help you reach your goals. The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce understands the challenges that professionals face today, which is why we've put together a list of steps you can take to make the process easier. Here are some tips on how to create a professional development plan that will help you move up the
Tuesday, March 21, 2023Use Your Website To Strengthen Business During A Recession
A recession can be a trying time for businesses of all sizes. While there is no foolproof way to guarantee success during this period, making website updates and changes can help you protect your business and customers. The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce knows the challenges that small business owners face, which is why we have compiled a list of steps that will help make this transition easier.Improve Navigation One of the most important things you can do to improve your website is to update the
Friday, March 10, 2023News Release: 3/10/2023 UNAPEN Participates in Computer Science Career Panel for 8th grade and High School students
UNAPEN Participates in Computer Science Career Panel for 8th grade and High School StudentsUNAPEN is dedicated and committed to providing authentic career exploration activities for students. Recently, we offered the opportunity for students to hear an in-person panel discussion from professionals in the Computer Science/IT Services field. It was a great success according to exit surveys. As part of this experience, we are participating in an ongoing Computer Science Career Panel that helps to encourage
Tuesday, December 27, 2022News Release: UNAPEN Awarded as ''Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022''
Thanks to all our clients for a great year and special congratulations to the UNAPEN IT team for their efforts to provide a level of client service that’s earned us “Best IT Services Provider in Connecticut 2022” by UpCity MarketPlace. Check out the link to see all the reviews and details. Every year, UpCity’s Best of Awards honor B2B service providers’ tremendous work within rotating focus areas. Winners are selected using a variety of online credibility ranking factors which remain consistent
