CHAMBER CHATBOOK
FROM THE GOSC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ANDREW SURPRISE
Executive
Director
Greater Old Saybrook Chamber
Dear Chamber and Community Members,
The 61st Annual Arts and Crafts Festival is right around the corner, and I want to take a moment to highlight why it matters not just as a long-standing tradition, but as a core part of what makes the Chamber so community focused and effective.
This is the Chamber’s largest fundraiser of the year. The revenue from this event supports the programs, services, and outreach that benefit every one of our members—throughout the year. From small business support to networking events, professional development, and community advocacy, this festival makes it all possible.
As a former City Councilor and someone who helped launch a local arts and cultural organization, I’ve seen how these kinds of events build stronger, more connected downtowns. They bring foot traffic to local businesses, attract visitors, and give people a reason to spend time and money right here in our community. The festival isn’t just good for the Chamber. It’s good for our entire local economy.
But none of it happens without your support. Whether you participate as an attendee, sponsor, volunteer, or simply help out by spreading the word, your involvement directly strengthens the Chamber’s ability to serve our community and our members.
Thank you for being part of this work. Let’s work together to make the 61st Annual Arts and Crafts Festival another success!
Andrew Surprise, GOSC Executive Director
PRESIDENT CIRCLE OF 2025
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EVENT INFO EVENT INFO
First Thursday Business Connections
Members have an opportunity to introduce themselves and their business/organization.
By reservation, 3 members may have a 3minute spotlight to share their business!
@ Vicky G. Duffy Pavilion 155 College St, Old Saybrook
Join Debbie Harris, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Hypnotist, former lifelong dieter, and author for a powerful and inspiring luncheon.
"Dieting Sucks for Women Over 40 – 30 to Life: The Ultimate Weight Loss and Hormone Balancing Solution"
@ Saybrook Point Resort & Marina 2 Bridge St, Old Saybrook
Scarecrow Fest 2025
This annual festival, scheduled for October, is a cherished tradition that invites families, schools, businesses, and civic organizations to participate by crafting their very own unique scarecrow creations for public display.
Every year, our festival brings together art enthusiasts, families, and individuals of all ages for a memorable experience.
With over 150 talented artists and crafters showcasing their work, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
This new business connections meeting takes place in a new location each month! Members have an opportunity to introduce themselves and their business/organization.
By reservation, 3 members may have a 3minute spotlight to share their business!
@ Essex Indoor Golf 23 Saybrook Road, Essex
This Young Leadership group is open to anyone in the Chamber of the ages 21-40ish! We encourage all businesses to join, whether you attend yourself or send an employee.
Next Wave is another great way for Chamber members to network, share plans, ideas, events and create collaborations
THE PERFECT GIFT
The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber provides countless opportunities to individuals, businesses, and organizations to do just that! With meetings, events, digital and physical marketing opportunities, and more, members of our Chamber have a greater chance to thrive!
$ayBucks Community eGift Cards can be easily purchased online and given as gifts to family, friends, employees, teachers, coaches, you name it!
All your favorite local places on one digital card! The card is emailed to the recipient, who can present it to merchants on their smartphone or print it out. Easy!
Look out for GOSC Membership renewals from September! Navigate to your membership portal on our website to view details and membership status/dues.
Ribbon Cutting with Sandbar Grill
CHAMBER FLAVORS: MEMBER RECIPES!
KARA PACHNIUK
Nutritionist
Nourish + Nosh Nutrition
475 - 444 - 2140
Ingredients:
1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½ inch thick cubesv
1 large head of broccoli, chopped into chunks
3 bell peppers (2 different colors preferably), chopped
Half a pound (~9 oz) of chicken sausage, sliced into coin sized pieces
Olive oil
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp oregano
1 tbsp dried parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Parmesan cheese, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, but feel free to have fun with the seasonings.
SHEET PAN SAUSAGE + VEGETABLES SHEET PAN SAUSAGE + VEGETABLES
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Line a large sheet pan with foil or parchment paper.
3. Prep the veggies and sausage.
4. Place all the veggies and sausage on a sheet pan. Drizzle olive oil and toss with spices.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, remove from oven and flip/stir everything. Return to oven and bake for another 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and sausage is browned.
6. If desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the veggies and sausage while it’s hot.
7. Enjoy solo or over cauliflower rice or brown rice.
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