Rain did not deter huge turnout at networking event

The scenic views at the Aug. 8 Business Scene made up for less than favorable weather – rain. Despite early showers and then heavy rain, more than 100 business professionals attended August’s informal business networking event held at the wedding and special events venue, Candlelight Farms, in New Milford. Festivities were held in the farm’s Lower Barn, one of multiple locations on the 600-plus acre property where special events take place. Guests filled the spacious building, and also flowed out onto the Lower Barn’s wrap-around veranda that overlooks sprawling fields, woodland, and nearby mountains. This month’s event was sponsored by All American Waste. The venue, food and beverages were donated by Candlelight Farms, Rich’s Wings & Things, and Housatonic River Brewing, respectively. In addition to networking, attendees had an opportunity to win door prizes and a 50/50 raffle.

 

 
Deborah Rose/All American Waste sponsored the August Business Scene.
Deborah Rose/Chamber board member and Housatonic River Brewing co-owner Dianne Littlefield greets attendees with a smile.
Deborah Rose/Musician Dean Snellback and Friends provided entertainment for the evening.
Deborah Rose/Guests chat amongst themselves during the two-hour event.
Deborah Rose/Connections were made among the guests.
Deborah Rose/Numerous new business connections were made among attendees.
Deborah Rose/Patti Oberg, a Chamber board member, thanks attendees for coming out for an evening of networking. Oberg works for All American Waste, sponsor of the August event.
Deborah Rose/Chamber Executive Director Bob Reiling, left, talks business with Town Councilman Paul Murphy.
Deborah Rose/It may have been rainy, but the view was beautiful.
Deborah Rose/Guests enjoyed the veranda that overlooks the sprawling fields.
Deborah Rose/An assortment of food – sliders, chicken wraps, a nacho bar, chicken tenders, caprese skewers, and more – were served by Rich’s Wings & Things.
Deborah Rose/The nacho bar was a popular destination at the event.

Trio of companies team up for networking event

The April Business Scene was co-sponsored by Planet Photo, CRIANA and New Milford Printing.

A great showing of members of the business community attended the event at The Bleacher, where both Planet Photo and CRIANA have offices.

Each business provided an assortment of food and beverages, and showcased the offerings and services they provide.

Garry Boros of New Milford Printing, Janet Taub of Planet Photo and Diana LeRoi-Schmidt of CRIANA each addressed the crowd.

Door prizes were awarded and the winner of the 50/50 raffle was announced.

The next Business Scene is May 11.

Photography by Deborah Rose

 

Kimberly Cross of KTC Marketing, and her husband, center, chat with fellow guests.
A smorgasbord of appetizers were served at Planet Photo
A mix of business professionals made new connections at the monthly event.

 

A portion of the crowd of attendees gather to hear Chamber President announce the winner of the 50/50.
Members of the business community mingle during the informal networking event.