Southington Chamber of Commerce

10/16/2026

OCTOBER 2026 ISSUE CHAMBER NEWSPAPER DROPS TODAY!

~Renowned Breast Surgeon Featured at Chamber Luncheon for Breast Care Awareness Month.
~Shaping our Schools: Southington BOE to present information on $86M Referendum at October Chamber in the Morning
~ IMPORTANT OSHA Compliance Deadline for Connecticut Employers - Effective November 2026
~ 20th Annual ! Get your tickets NOW before they are SOLD OUT!
~ New Business Openings.
~ NETWORKING PROS and Community Events

and so much more!

Read the full issue here: https://www.southingtonchamber.com/chamber-news/

Support Local Businesses that Support Our Community: CHAMBER NEWS Sponsors:

Chick-fil-A Southington (CT), Class Act Auto Wash Featuring Premier Pet Wash,Crunch Fitness Southington, Crystal Restoration Services of New England, Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington, EURO Homecare LLC, Honest Air LLC, Johnny Junk It, Maryann Stanley, Century 21 AllPoints Realty, The Mountain Room at Mount Southington, and Total Pest Control, LLC.

Interested in having your business featured in an upcoming issue? Contact the Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce at 860.628.8036, [email protected], or visit www.SouthingtonChamber.com.

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10/15/2026

Join us at Saybrook Home for an exciting, professionally curated NETWORKING PROS Business After Hours Reception!

Gather your leadership team and seize this premier opportunity to accelerate your business growth and forge high-impact connections at this specially curated networking reception.

NETWORKING PROS RECEPTION
Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Saybrook Home, 1973 Highland Avenue, Cheshire
This premier event is completely complimentary for Chamber Members and their employees.

Secure your team's registration now at:
https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/networking-pros-business-after-hours-networking-reception-saybrook-home/

Chamber membership delivers distinct, competitive advantages. If you are not yet a member, we invite you to join our network today by completing a membership application and payment on the Chamber website prior to the event.

For further details, connect with a Chamber team member at 860.628.8036 or [email protected].

10/13/2026

SOUTHINGTON TV BRINGS YOU TONIGHT'S CANDIDATE FORUM VIA LIVE STREAM. Watch from the comfort of your home at
https://admin.satellitetvfeed.net/southington-tv/Stream

MEET THE CANDIDATES FORUM 2026 ~ STATE SENATE AND STATE REPRESENTATATIVE SEATS SERVING SOUTHINGTON, CT ~

Submit a question and/or Register for the Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Candidate Forum hosted by the Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce from 5:30-7:30 PM in the community room at the Southington Public Library. This is a public event. Registration is requested due to limited seating.

This is an opportunity for voters to learn where candidates stand on the most pressing issues affecting the State of Connecticut, the Southington community, and your families.

Candidate participation is voluntary.

To register for the event and/or submit a question visit: https://www.southingtonchamber.com/event/meet-the-candidates-forum-2026/ Names of individuals submitting questions will be kept anonymous.

For more information visit SouthingtonChamber.com or contact the office at 860.628.8036.

Incumbents are listed first in the graphic below. Blue represents Democrat candidates and red represents Republican candidates.

10/13/2026

MADE FROM SCRATCH. READY TO THROW DOWN!
Craft Kitchen joins the 20th Annual Wing Fest showdown!

THE 20TH ANNUAL WING FEST COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE HOTTER THAN EVER! ~ WE ARE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS of serving up the absolute Best Wings In Town and Connecticut!

Help celebrity judges, the WingAddicts, choose the winners in a variety of categories!

The Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce is bringing this legendary battle back to Cadillac Ranch Restaurant on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM!

The overall winner will take home a $1,000 cash prize, the Golden Chicken Trophy, a TV appearance, and bragging rights!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Purchase tickets through the link in the comments or visit SouthingtonChamber.com!

A sampling of wings from every single competitor!

Mouthwatering Chick-fil-A mac & cheese + dinner rolls!

A vote to crown the Fan Favorite champion!

Music and a cash bar!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Blazing Hot Sponsor: Honest Air LLC
Fan Favorite Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Southington

Personalized Souvenir Sweet Sponsor Signs are available on the ticket page! Showcase your company at the event, then take your sign home.

The famous WingAddicts have tasted well over a thousand wings! Check the ticket page for the lineup of competing restaurants and sponsors.

SouthingtonChamber.com | 860.628.8036 | info@southingtonchamber.

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

THE FIESTA IS BACK & WE’RE EYEING THE CROWN!

Señor Pancho’s is officially entering the ring for the 20th Annual Southington Chamber Wing Fest Competition!

THE 20TH ANNUAL WING FEST COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE HOTTER THAN EVER! ~ WE ARE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS of serving up the absolute Best Wings In Town and Connecticut!

Help celebrity judges, the WingAddicts, choose the winners in a variety of categories!

The Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce is bringing this legendary battle back to Cadillac Ranch Restaurant on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM!

The overall winner will take home a $1,000 cash prize, the Golden Chicken Trophy, a TV appearance, and bragging rights!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Purchase tickets through the link in the comments or visit SouthingtonChamber.com!

A sampling of wings from every single competitor!

Mouthwatering Chick-fil-A mac & cheese + dinner rolls!

A vote to crown the Fan Favorite champion!

Music and a cash bar!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Blazing Hot Sponsor: Honest Air LLC
Fan Favorite Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Southington

Personalized Souvenir Sweet Sponsor Signs are available on the ticket page! Showcase your company at the event, then take your sign home.

The famous WingAddicts have tasted well over a thousand wings! Check the ticket page for the lineup of competing restaurants and sponsors.

SouthingtonChamber.com | 860.628.8036 | [email protected]

10/11/2026

SPELUNKERS IS READY TO DIG INTO THE WING SHOWDOWN! (Can they unearth a Wing Fest victory in 2026?)

THE 20TH ANNUAL WING FEST COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE HOTTER THAN EVER! ~ WE ARE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS of serving up the absolute Best Wings In Town and Connecticut!

The burning question on everyone’s lips: Can Spelunkers claim the crown, or will another challenger steal the glory? Spelunkers is ready to battle it out for the ultimate title of Lord of the Wings!

The Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce is bringing this legendary battle back to Cadillac Ranch Restaurant on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM!

With a massive $1,000 cash prize on the line, the Golden Chicken Trophy, TV appearance, and Bragging Rights for the overall winner, the competition is fierce!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES: (link to purchase in comments or visit SouthingtonChamber.com | 860.628.8036 | [email protected])

A sampling of wings from every single competitor!

Mouthwatering Chick-fil-A mac & cheese + dinner rolls!

A vote to crown the Fan Favorite champion!

Music and Cash Bar

A massive shoutout to our incredible sponsors making this night happen:

Blazing Hot Sponsor: Honest Air LLC

Fan Favorite Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Southington

Want to see your name or business in the spotlight? You can purchase personalized Souvenir Sweet Sponsor Signs right on the ticket page! Feature your company live at the event and then take the sign home with you.

Our celebrity judges for the night are none other than the famous WingAddicts—legends who have tasted well over a thousand wings! (Check out the ticket page for the full lineup of competing restaurants and sponsors!)

10/10/2026

TAKING OUR MISSION UNDER OUR WING! (Bread for Life is ready to compete for the trophy!)

THE 20TH ANNUAL WING FEST COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE HOTTER THAN EVER! ~ WE ARE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS of serving up the absolute Best Wings In Town and Connecticut!

The burning question on everyone’s lips: Can Bread for Life claim the crown, or will another challenger steal the glory? Bread for Life is ready to battle it out for the ultimate title of Lord of the Wings!

The Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce is bringing this legendary battle back to Cadillac Ranch Restaurant on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM!

With a massive $1,000 cash prize on the line, the Golden Chicken Trophy, TV appearance, and Bragging Rights for the overall winner, the competition is fierce!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES: (link to purchase in comments or visit SouthingtonChamber.com | 860.628.8036 | [email protected])

A sampling of wings from every single competitor!

Mouthwatering Chick-fil-A mac & cheese + dinner rolls!

A vote to crown the Fan Favorite champion!

Music and Cash Bar

A massive shoutout to our incredible sponsors making this night happen:

Blazing Hot Sponsor: Honest Air LLC

Fan Favorite Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Southington

Want to see your name or business in the spotlight? You can purchase personalized Souvenir Sweet Sponsor Signs right on the ticket page! Feature your company live at the event and then take the sign home with you.

Our celebrity judges for the night are none other than the famous WingAddicts—legends who have tasted well over a thousand wings! (Check out the ticket page for the full lineup of competing restaurants and sponsors!)

10/09/2026

CADILLAC RANCH TWO-STEPS INTO THE WING SHOWDOWN! (The Official Home of Wing Fest is ready to compete for the trophy!)

THE 20TH ANNUAL WING FEST COMPETITION IS GOING TO BE HOTTER THAN EVER! ~ WE ARE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS of serving up the absolute Best Wings In Town and Connecticut!

The burning question on everyone’s lips: Can Cadillac Ranch claim the crown, or will another challenger steal the glory? As a longtime competitor, Cadillac Ranch is back to battle it out for the ultimate title of Lord of the Wings!

The Southington Regional Chamber of Commerce is bringing this legendary battle back to Cadillac Ranch Restaurant on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM!

Here is what Cadillac Ranch is serving up to capture your vote:

🍗 The Hot – Bringing the pure heat that will make you sweat!

🍗 The Sweet – Sticky, savory perfection.

🍗 The Creative – A special, delicious tribute to America 250!

With a massive $1,000 cash prize on the line, the Golden Chicken Trophy, TV appearance, and Bragging Rights for the overall winner, the competition is fierce!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES: (link to purchase in comments or visit SouthingtonChamber.com | 860.628.8036 | [email protected])

A sampling of wings from every single competitor!

Mouthwatering Chick-fil-A mac & cheese + dinner rolls!

A vote to crown the Fan Favorite champion!

Music and Cash Bar

A massive shoutout to our incredible sponsors making this night happen:

Blazing Hot Sponsor: Honest Air LLC
Fan Favorite Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Southington

Want to see your name or business in the spotlight? You can purchase personalized Souvenir Sweet Sponsor Signs right on the ticket page! Feature your company live at the event and then take the sign home with you.

Our celebrity judges for the night are none other than the famous WingAddicts—legends who have tasted well over a thousand wings! (Check out the ticket page for the full lineup of competing restaurants and sponsors!)