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Old Fashioned Day at the Beach July 25

     The 12th annual Winthrop Chamber of Commerce "Old Fashioned Family Day at the Beach" promises fun in the sun for everyone.  Beautiful Yirrell Beach on Point Shirley will be the place to be Saturday, July 25 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.  The rain date is Sunday, July 26.

     There will be lots to do for both kids and adults, with with many wonderful contests. Kids will enjoy jumping around on the moon-bounce and splashing around on the wave-runner and water-slide. Rick Buss from Belle Isle Kayak Adventures will be doing free kayak rides for children.  Spinning the tunes throughout the day will be DJ Jeff Lyons with some awesome beach music. Radio stations Mix 98.5 will have free ice cream at 2:30 and WROR will do giveaways. There will also be temporary tattoos, games, raffles, a barbecue and much more.  Using bus transportation, carpooling, and taxi service is encouraged.  Special thanks to the Winthrop MarketPlace for their support!
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
11:00 – Scavenger Hunt
11:30 – Simon Says
12:00 – Balloon Toss
12:30 – Look Alike Contest
12:45 – Animal Imitation Contest
1:00 – Adult Spelling Bee
1:30 – Winthrop’s Got Talent Competition
2:00 – Hat Contest
2:30 – Dance Contest
2:45 – Conga Line on the Beach
3:00 – Hula Hoop Contest
HAT CONTEST CATEGORIES
Most Creative, Most Patriotic, Most Original, Funniest, Prettiest
 

Old Fashioned Seaside Splash July 25

     The Point Shirley Athletic Club is having their annual "Seaside Splash" ocean swim as part of the Old Fashioned Family Day at the Beach on Saturday July 25 at 1:30 pm.  

     For more information and a schedule of activities, visit PSAC.

 

Legislative Luncheon July 27

     Speaker of the House Bob DeLeo and Senator Anthony Petruccelli will be the guests at a special luncheon on Monday, July 27.  Come for a Statehouse update and chat with our legislators.  Tickets are $20 - RSVP by July 23: call 617-846-9898.  The Legislative Luncheon will be held at the Winthrop Lodge of Elks, 191 Washington Ave., at 12:00 pm.  All are welcome.

 

CPR Class August 5

     The Winthrop Chamber of Commerce is offering a special 3-hour CPR w/AED class on Wednesday, August 5 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm with Roseann Trionfi-Mazzuchelli, an American Heart Association Instructor.  Cost is $35 -- register by calling 617-846-9898.  Save a life: learn CPR.

 

Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise August 14

     Don't miss the boat!  Come onboard the Chamber's Sunset Cruise for a fun and relaxing night out on the water.  Tickets are $30 and includes food plus live entertainment by John & Lori Wadkins band "FineLine".

     Boarding is at the Town Pier, 651 Shirley Street, at 6:30 pm and returns at 9:30 pm.  Tickets are on sale now: call 617-846-9898.  Visa and MasterCard accepted.  All are welcome.

 

FOX 25 "Zip Trip" to Winthrop

     The FOX25 Morning News crew VB, Doug, Kim, Gene, and Cindy came to Winthrop May 15 for a 02152 "Zip Trip".  Check it out: pics & clips.
    

Thank You Silent Auction Donors

     Thank you to all the generous businesses who donated a prize for the 2009 Winthrop Chamber of Commerce Silent Auction.  The fundraiser helps support the high school scholarship fund and many community projects. 

     Your support is greatly appreciated!

Swett’s Liquors
DJ Jeff Lyons

Winthrop Book Depot

Buy the Hour

Salon Luxo
Famolare’s Caterers
Dr. Nunberg “The Foot Doctor”
Mrs. Marley’s Nursery School
Terry Vazquez, Public Insurance Adjuster
Andiamo's
Tutti Frutti
Crusty Crumpet Bakery
Boncore Law Office
Woodside Ace Hardware
Suffolk Downs
Richard Honan Sign Co.
Governor’s Garden Florist
Luna Boutique
Mass. Bay Lines
Boyd Insurance
East Boston Savings Bank
Beacon Marketing
The Shattuck Golf Club
Nu-Tread Tire & Auto Service
F1 Boston
MGH Revere
Tides Restaurant
Kelley Greens Golf Course
Christopher’s Flowers
Jillian’s Boston
Yankee Fleet
The Medieval Manor
Winthrop Sun-Transcript
Mary Kay Diana Aliberti
Gary's Restaurant
Winthrop Parks & Recreation
Winthrop Arms Hotel
The Inn at Longwood
Balloon City of Boston
Tony’s Cleaners
Essex River Cruises
Reilly's Seashore Charters
Simply Fun - Judie VanKooiman
Boston Duck Tours
Beacon Photography
The Eye Center of Winthrop
Five Petals Flower Shop
Six Flags

Boston Red Sox
Funtown
Water Wizz Water Park
Hy-Line Cruises
Captain Bill’s, Gloucester
Hawthorne Hotel
House of the Seven Gables
Lyric Stage Co. of Boston
Stoneham Theatre
Seacoast Rep
Winthrop Playmakers
Jeveli’s Restaurant
Kelly’s Roast Beef
Moonstruck Gourmet & Café
Anthony's Pier 4
Brass Sisters
Improv Asylum
Peabody Essex Museum
Tomb/5 Wits
Trattoria Sablone
Winthrop Marketplace
 

2009 Taste of Winthrop Sept. 30

     The 2009 "Taste of Winthrop" is set for Wednesday, September 30 at the Winthrop Yacht Club from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.  Over 30 of the area's finest eating establishments will have delicious samples of everything from soups and appetizers to entrees and desserts.  Tickets are $30 each and are on sale at the Chamber office, 207 Hagman Road in Winthrop Center.  To order online: Taste of Winthrop Tickets.

 

Winthrop Gift Certificate: The Perfect Gift!

     Modeled after the popular mall gift certificates, the "Winthrop Gift Certificate" is good at over 50 local businesses.  It's the perfect gift for any occasion.  For a list of participating establishments and to purchase online click here: Gift Certificates.

 

Winthrop Chamber in "Top 25"

     The 2008 Boston Business Journal list of top Chambers of Commerce once again included the Winthrop Chamber - ranked in the Top 25!  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.

   

Harbor Area - North of Boston Guide

     Click here for an online guide to the Harbor Area, North of Boston.  Learn more about the communities of Winthrop, Revere, Chelsea, Saugus, Everett, and East Boston.

     Sections include lodging, dining, attractions, shopping, history, map, recreation, and a comprehensive business directory.  For more information on the area, visit www.BostonNorth.org

 

Winthrop Phone Book Opt-In Program

  -Do you use a cell phone as your primary phone?

  -Do you use an internet based phone service, i.e Vonage, VOIP or Voice Over IP?

  -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 handy form online. 

 

Looking for Something to Do?

     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.

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7/25/2009
 Old Fashioned Family Day at the Beach
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