Winthrop Chamber of Commerce

   Every Thursday night from 4:00-8:00 pm in June, July & August, merchants will come together in Winthrop Center to sell their goods to the public. A central gathering place, the area around French Square in Winthrop Center will be turned into a social & commercial hub, with live entertainment, delicious food, café-style seating, and great shopping.
   Vendors of all types may apply for booth space at a minimal cost, limited to Winthrop businesses and artists only. Each week will feature an eclectic variety of products, such as: flowers, jewelry, books, crafts, clothing, fresh produce, and prepared foods. This event will be heavily advertised in Winthrop and the surrounding area. The French Square Market is a partnership of several agencies, including the Winthrop Art Association, Police, DPW, Parks & Rec, Town Manager, Cultural Council & Chamber of Commerce.
   Don’t miss out: you can sign up for as few as 4 dates or for all 13 dates. French Square Market will be bustling! Groove to the music of the band, grab a bite to eat at a number of dining places, enjoy an ice cream under the umbrella at a bistro table, shop for that perfectly unique gift, socialize with friends & neighbors, pick up some fresh fruit and vegetables…. all in one cool place!

Download a Vendor Application or go to frenchsquaremarket.com for more information. Call 617-846-9898 with questions.

$10,000 Raffle May 12!

Only 200 raffle tickets are sold for the grand prize of $10,000 cash! Didn't win Mega Millions? That's okay, here you've got great odds at a jackpot. Tickets are just $100 and are on sale now. The drawing and dinner will be Saturday, May 12 at the Cottage Park Yacht Club, though you need not be present to win. That night there is also a Silent Auction with many fabulous prizes. Meals are $30 per person (includes two drinks) with the reception at 6:30 and dinner at 8:00 pm. Someone has to win, it could be YOU!

For tickets, call 617-846-9898 or see any Board member: Bernice MacIntyre, Paul McGee, Ernie Hardy, Niki Vettel, Toni Ann Cherico, Joe Clark, Paul Leavy, Cindy Levins, Trudy Macero, Jim Marr, Christine Millerick, Michael Nicastro, Brian Perrin, Elizabeth Polino, Stephen Quigley, Russ Sanford, and Marc Wallerce.

Thank you to all our Silent Auction donors (more to come):

Boston Harbor Cruises

Peabody Essex Museum

Winthrop featured in AAA Horizons

The AAA of Southern New England May newsletter, Horizons, has a great story: "Winthrop, Mass. is peace and quiet so close to Boston". Check it out here: AAA Horizons.

Town-Wide Yard Sale June 9

    Winthrop’s 4th annual Town-Wide Yard Sale is scheduled for Saturday, June 9. Participants may sign up now at the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce. Download a Seller Application.
   By coordinating with fellow residents to hold yard sales at the same time, a larger event is created that will draw in more shoppers. Over 50 homes are expected to participate in this year’s Town-Wide Yard Sale which is sure to attract lots of deal-seekers from all over the region.
   Winthrop residents are encouraged to clean out the attic, basement or garage and turn their used items into dollars. The fee to participate is just $25 which includes a spot on the official map, advertising, internet listing, and balloons delivered to the home that morning. The google map will be updated regularly.
   The deadline to sign-up is June 1, with the Town-Wide Yard Sale taking place June 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rain or shine. For more information call 617-846-9898.

Winthrop One of Best Places to Live

According to Boston magazine, Winthrop is a hidden gem, a great deal for real estate, and one of the best places to live.

From the article: "What makes for a great place to live, anyway? For some, it’s a prestige ZIP code or top schools. For others, it’s a sense of community or abundant green space. Whatever you’re looking for, 'now is a good time to take a calculated risk and make a move,' says Warren Group CEO Timothy Warren Jr. Want in on the attractive mortgage rates and low prices? We consulted real estate agents, residents, and town officials to find the most interesting opportunities within the I-495 loop, logging close to 600 miles along the way. Here are 14 towns, cities, and neighborhoods — some up-and-comers, some already-theres — you’ll love to call home." Read the story here.

2012 Community Awards

Congratulations to all the honorees who were recognized at the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce 21st Annual Kick-Off Dinner & Awards Night!
Youth Leadership: Erin O'Leary & David Tracy
Visual Achievement: Elliot Whittier Insurance Agency
Town Service: MaryLou Osborne
Coach of the Year: Dave Brown, WHS Boys Basketball
Excellence in the Arts: David Limina
Chamber Member of the Year: Sheryl Queen
Patriot Award: Mike Hammerman
Lifetime Achievement: Charles & Deborah Tewksbury
Community Service: Roseann Mazzuchelli
Business of the Year: Hong Kong Dragon
Educational Excellence: Mary McGunigle
Thank you for working for the betterment of Winthrop.

Winthrop High School Ranked #17 in Mass.

The Washington Post annual High School Challenge Index places Winthrop High School #17 in the state. Congratulations to the WHS faculty on this impressive feat: Massachusetts Schools Ranking.

A Video Look at Winthrop

Please check out this wonderful video created 100% by Winthrop High School students: "Welcome to Winthrop". Be sure to share it or post to facebook!

-Do you use a cell phone as your main phone contact number?
-Do you use an internet based phone service such as Vonage?
-Is your number not listed in the Winthrop phone book?
-Do you want to make it easy for friends and acquaintances to get in touch with you?
You now have the choice to opt-in and be published in the Winthrop phone book if you have a phone number (cell phone, internet line, etc.) that is not listed!
Click here to fill out our authorization form online. There is no fee for Winthrop residents.

Modeled after the popular mall gift cards, the "Winthrop Gift Certificate" is good at a wide variety of over 50 local businesses. It's the perfect gift for anyone as well as a great way to support the small businesses that support our community. For a list of participating establishments and to purchase online click here: Gift Certificates.

Winthrop in Boston Globe

Our beautiful and quaint town was recently profiled in the Boston Globe Travel section. Check out the article which explores Winthrop.

Winthrop Watercolor by William Beyer

Winthrop By The Sea is an original watercolor by renowned artist William Beyer. This colorful artwork depicts such landmarks as the Deane Winthrop House, Town Hall, E.B. Newton School, Winthrop Playhouse, Winthrop Yacht Club, Five Sisters, French Square, Lewis Lake, Cottage Hill, Belle Isle Bridge, Doughboy statue, and more.
Limited edition prints are available exclusively through the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce for $100. Dimensions are 22"W x 16"H. Order online!

The Boston Business Journal list of top Chambers of Commerce once again included the Winthrop Chamber - ranked in the Top 20! The high level of activity, low membership dues, and excellent benefits all contribute to make the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce one of the largest in the Commonwealth.

Check out the new "What to Do" section. Click here for info on attractions and recreation in Winthrop and the area or click here for the community events calendar.