North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce

06/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to SILAS K. of SUFFIELD HIGH SCHOOL who was recently awarded the North Central Act of Kindness Award! THANK YOU to ALL of our NCAOK sponsors, including Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

✅ The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will be making a donation to this student’s selected charity; Windsor Fife & Drum Corps. Please join us by adding to this donation here: https://www.windsorfifeanddrumcorps.com

🙌 Here’s a little bit about why this student was nominated; “Silas was not only an amazing performer in our school musical, but he showed a level of compassion and understanding for his peers that was truly inspirational. He was inclusive and compassionate of others and took on a mentorship role with students.”

Thank you, Suffield Public Schools

06/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to CAMDEN M. of AVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL (SOMERS, CT) who was recently awarded the North Central Act of Kindness Award! THANK YOU to ALL of our NCAOK sponsors, including Minuteman Press - New England

✅ The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will be making a donation to this student’s selected charity; Somers Recreation and Leisure Services Department - 'Send a Kid to Camp.' Please join us by adding to this donation!

🙌 Here’s a little bit about why this student was nominated; “Camden is an active participant in all school wide events. He is a part of the morning announcements through our WMBA program. He volunteered to help the PE teacher with events, score boards and cleaning up from the spring pep rally. In class Camden participates, has a positive attitude, helps his peers and is always polite to everyone. He consistently has strong school spirit by participating in spirit days, fundraisers and holiday cheer.”

06/17/2026

🎉 Congratulations to DILLION W. of EAST WINDSOR HIGH SCHOOL who was recently awarded the North Central Act of Kindness Award! THANK YOU to ALL of our NCAOK sponsors, including Jo Ann Walk - State Farm Agent

✅ The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will be making a donation to this student’s selected charity; Feeding America. Please join us by adding to their donation here: https://give.feedingamerica.org/kClEq1YKN0u_3wlSC5gTZw2?r=n&ms=26-T2A

🙌 Here’s a little bit about why this student was nominated; “A few days ago, athletes from neighboring Windsor Locks were practicing pole vault at our track. As practice wound down and everyone had gone home, the WL athlete was struggling alone to secure the weather cover for the pole vault mats. Dillion was waiting for his ride, so he walked over and helped her to secure the cover. His act of kindness for another team's athlete makes me proud as his coach.”

Thank you, East Windsor Public Schools

06/15/2026

🎉 Congratulations to MAZZLYN S. of ENFIELD’S JFK MIDDLE SCHOOL who was recently awarded the North Central Act of Kindness Award! THANK YOU to ALL of our NCAOK sponsors, including Enfield Fencing Club

✅ The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will make a donation to this student’s selected charity; CARE. Please join us by adding to their donation here: https://my.care.org/site/Donation2

🙌 Here’s a little bit about why this student was nominated; “Mazzlyn consistently goes out of her way to help new students adjust to classroom routines and expectations. She makes them feel welcome by initiating conversations, offering peer support, and sitting near them so they never feel alone. Her empathy and inclusive nature make a meaningful difference in our classroom community.”

Thank you, Enfield Public Schools

06/12/2026

🎉 Congratulations to ARIANNA H. of EAST WINDSOR MIDDLE SCHOOL who was recently awarded the North Central Act of Kindness Award! THANK YOU to ALL of our NCAOK sponsors, including Amplify, Inc.

✅ The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will be making a donation to this student’s selected charity; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Please join us by adding to their donation here: https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html

🙌 Here’s a little bit about why this student was nominated; “Arianna demonstrates what kindness, compassion, and a strong sense of community truly mean. Arianna is always willing to help others. She can often be seen helping her classmates with their work and working collaboratively in groups. She participates in class discussions and can be heard offering kind words to others around her. Arianna’s positive demeanor helps make East Windsor Middle School a better community, and we are glad she is part of our school.”

Thank you, East Windsor Public Schools

06/11/2026

Thank you Enfield Fire District 1!

We are looking forward to celebrating with you all in September!

Join us as we celebrate 130 Years of Service with the Enfield Fire Department! For 130 years, the men and women of the Enfield Fire Department have proudly served our community with courage, dedica…

06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

New Business in Somers, CT!

Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as we officially welcome Somers’ newest coffee destination, Roasted Beanery, to our community:

📅 Thursday, June 11th
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 95 South Road, Unit #7, Somers, CT

Owners Andrew, Tyler, Torrie and Melisa, along with the Roasted Beanery team, have created a truly special space where people can gather, connect, and enjoy expertly crafted, high-quality coffee. It’s more than just a coffee shop—it’s a place to build community, both in person and online.

Comment and let us know if you can make it! Let's support our neighbors and wish them well!