Kennebec Valley Chamber

06/10/2026

Join the Kennebec Valley Chamber and Mr. Dog Training for a Ribbon Cutting on Monday, June 15th at 10:00 AM! 🥳✂

Located at 6 Terri Lane in West Gardiner, Mr. Dog Training provides fun, kind, and brainy dog training. They help dogs and their humans build trust, confidence, and connection by supporting their mental and emotional wellbeing, developing communication, rockstar skills, and a bombproof relationship.

Please note that this is a human only event, so please leave your dogs at home. Learn more on their website! https://www.mrdogtraining.com/ 🐕

Thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsor, Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc. and Skowhegan Savings Bank!

06/09/2026

Today is Election Day in Maine's Primary Election! 👏

Polls are open until 8:00 PM. If you haven't voted yet, there's still time to make your voice heard. 🇺🇸

Find voter information and locate your polling place here: https://www.maine.vote/primary

06/09/2026

Join the Kennebec Valley Chamber and Decal Gymnastics- Augusta for a Ribbon Cutting on Friday, June 12th at 3:00 PM! ✂🥳

Located at 994 Riverside Drive in Augusta, Decal Gymnastics provides high-quality gymnastics classes and instruction for ages 2 and older. Decal has been in business for over 35 years in various locations and has recently expanded their Augusta home base location! 🤸‍♀️

For more information regarding gymnastics registration or to set up a FREE Trial Class please visit their website! https://www.decalgymnastics.com/

Thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsors, Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc. and Skowhegan Savings Bank.

06/09/2026

Ribbon Cutting Celebration! ✂️🎉

Yesterday, we were excited to celebrate Austin-Hendsbee & Sons inc., with an official Ribbon Cutting in Hallowell!

Located at 132 Water Street, Austin-Hendsbee & Sons is a general contracting company providing roofing, siding, windows, decking, excavation, building, and restoration services. Their team is committed to delivering quality craftsmanship and dependable service for residential and commercial projects throughout the region. 🏠🔨

Learn more at https://austin-hendsbeesons.com/

Thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsors, Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc. and Skowhegan Savings Bank!

06/08/2026

Join the Kennebec Valley Chamber and First Amendment Museum for a Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, June 11th at 4:00 PM! ✂🥳

Located at 184 State Street in Augusta, The First Amendment Museum is a non-partisan, non-profit institution dedicated to educating the public on the five freedoms of the First Amendment: speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. 🇺🇸

Their mission is to inspire Americans to understand, value, and actively exercise their First Amendment rights to strengthen democracy. Learn more on their website! https://firstamendmentmuseum.org/

Thank you to our Ribbon Cutting Sponsor, Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc. and Skowhegan Savings Bank!

06/08/2026

Join us in welcoming Central Maine NEMBA to the KV Chamber! 🚵‍♀️🙌

The Central Maine chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association (CeMeNEMBA) is a nonprofit making a difference for locals and folks from away who enjoy mountain biking on the growing network of trails in Central Maine. Their mission is to “build it, bike it” for trail lovers!

Learn more on their website! https://cemenemba.org/

Thank you to our new member sponsors Augusta Civic Center and Central Maine Power!

06/07/2026

Join us in welcoming The Hobby Hollow to the KV Chamber! 🥳

Located at 241 Water Street in Hallowell, The Hobby Hollow is a trading card and hobby shoppe, born on the beautiful banks of the Kennebec. Their rustic roots extend deep into the hillside of their lovely little hollow, just a stone's throw away from local downtown Hallowell delights! 🃏

Learn more on their website! https://www.thehobbyhollow.com/

Thank you to our new member sponsors Augusta Civic Center and Central Maine Power!

06/06/2026

Join us in welcoming Mrs J.B.'s Laundromat to the KV Chamber! 🥳🫧

Located at 35 Bridge Street in Gardiner, they offer self-serve cleaning with fast and modern washer and dryers. Mrs. J.B.’s is also going to offers wash, dry, and fold services so families can drop off their laundry and have it done for them!

Thank you to our new member sponsors Augusta Civic Center and Central Maine Power!

06/05/2026

Join us next Wednesday, June 10th from 11:30-1PM, for our Women's Network Luncheon featuring Karen Shorey, President of Impact Leadership Group!

Karen's presentation, Adaptive Leadership: Strategies to Thrive Through Change, will explore practical ways to navigate change, build resilience, and lead with confidence through uncertainty. It's a great opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and walk away with valuable insights you can put into practice right away.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/junewomensluncheon

06/05/2026

We encourage all Augusta business owners to apply for fantastic opportunity through the City of Augusta! 🙌 Applications close June 16th!

The City of Augusta is partnering with the Roux Institute at Northeastern University to launch Venture Forward Augusta, an eight-week program designed to help local entrepreneurs and small business owners grow their businesses.

Cohort members will take part in weekly workshops, receive mentorship, and gain access to hands-on support in areas such as marketing, business strategy, and technology. The program runs from July 14th through September 1st, and concludes with a community showcase.

Applications are open through June 16th and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at roux.northeastern.edu/entrepreneurship/venture-forward/.