Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2017 Winter Concert On Dec. 3rd, at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat this Sunday, December 3rd. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music... 11/29/2017

  The 2017 Portland Fair In Connecticut October 6-8, is this weekend, and is the last local Fair for the year. The Portland Fair, in Portland Connecticut has a little bit of something for every member of the family. There will be: Exhibits: Farm Animals Farm Equipment Crafts Baking Vegetables & Fruits Spinning Exhibition Entertainment: Performers such as:  Old School Review Musical Cavaliers What Trivia 8 To The Bar Tony Rome Great Hill Mountain Band Mixed Signals Antique Tractor Pulls Animal Pulls Animal Acts Street Legal Truck Pull Halloween Costume Contest For Pooches Dirty Ditch Mud Runs Bwana Jim's Wildlife Show Carnival Rides Carnival Games And of course my favorite, FOOD So if you have not had the opportunity to go to the first two local Fairs the Durham Fair, or the Berlin Fair... 10/04/2017

 The local free out door concert will be starting up soon, but in the meantime Portland, CT is holding a special out door concert at a very affordable price when the Portland, CT hosts their 2017 Portland Riverfront Park Music and Arts Festival On June 10th.  The Portland Riverfront Park has a beautiful view of the CT River, and plenty of room for people to gather and listen to outstanding music.At the 2017 Portland Riverfront Park Music and Arts Festival On June 10th those in attendance will be treated to the music of five excellent groups.The Mighty Soul DriversDeep EllumSeat of our PantsWe Got RhythmPlywood Cowboy So make you attend the  2017 Portland Riverfront Park Music and Arts Festival tomorrow Saturday, June 10th, you will be happy that you did.  *******************************... 06/09/2017

  Spring is here and that means it is time for the Middlesex Chamber  2017 Golf Tournament Friday, June 2nd.  This year the golf tournament will be held again at the Portland Golf Club in Portland CT. The Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce Golf Tournament is a very popular event and is sold out again this year.  But the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Committee is still looking for additional sponsors, so there is still time to advertise your company for this very popular event.  The Golf Committee is also looking for gift donations as well to be raffled off at the tournament. All those who are interested in being a sponsor, or donating a gift should call Johanna Bond at (860) 347-6924 or e-mail her at johanna@middlesexchamber.com   Middlesex Chamber of Commerce 2017 Golf Tour... 05/31/2017

 Don't miss the 2017 Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Spring Concert On May 6th at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on Saturday, May 6th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by a... 05/04/2017

  Spring is here and that means it is time for the Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce 2017 Golf Tournament.  This year the golf tournament will be held again at the Portland Golf Club on Friday, May 5th. The Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce Golf Tournament is a very popular event and has already been sold out.  However, Golfers do drop out due to unforeseen circumstances, so those who are not registered and would like to play need to get their name on the waiting list quickly. The Middlesex Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Committee is looking for additional sponsors, so this is an excellent opportunity to advertise your company at this very popular event.  The Golf Committee is also looking for gift donations to be raffled off at the tournament. All those who are interested in playing, bei... 03/05/2017

Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2016 Winter Concert On Dec. 4th, at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat tomorrow Sunday, December 6th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and M... 12/02/2016

 The 2016 Portland Fair In Connecticut, is this coming weekend, and is the last local Fair for the year. The Portland Fair, in Portland Connecticut has a little bit of something for every member of the family. There will be: Exhibits: Farm Animals Farm Equipment Crafts Baking Vegetables & Fruits Entertainment: Performers such as:  Five In The Chamber 81 South The Bus Truck Stop Troubadours Avenue Groove Jeff Pitchell Texas Flood, The Jeffettes Tractor Pulls Animal Pulls Animal Acts Hog herding Demo Rosie's Racing Pigs Dirty Ditch Mud Runs Carnival Rides Carnival Games And of course my favorite, FOOD So if you have not had the opportunity to go to the first two local Fairs the Durham Fair, or the Berlin Fair then, take a ride to The 2016 Portland Fair In Connecticut this weekend and enj... 10/05/2016

Registration is going on right now for the Portland, CT Boys & Girls Travel Basketball Teams.  Also if your child is not a basketball player, but is a Cheerleader, you can also register her/him at this time as well.Both boys and girls travel teams are for boys and girls grades 4 - 8. Teams play in the Shoreline Youth Basketball League, and are part of the CIAC Shoreline Conference.  These teams are an excellent opportunity for boys and girls who want to play basketball in a competitive environment, and qualify by ability and age.For more information, on the Portland, CT Boys & Girls Travel Basketball Teams, and on how to register go to www.portlandcttravelbasketball.com   ******************************************************************************  Info about the author: George Souto ... 09/28/2016

Portland, CT is having a birthday.  Portland, CT Is Celebrating It's 175th Birthday With A Parade On Sept 10th.  I can't think of a better way to celebrate a birthday than with a parade!"The Parade will start at the monument on the corner of Main St. and Bartlett St. at 9:00 a.m. and proceed down Main Street toward the bridge, ending at our town green behind 265 Main St, which is the Main St. location of the Police Department, Youth Services and Park & Recreation offices. The length of the parade will be approximately 2 miles."For more information call 860-342-6715Click, and click on this link for a Schedule of Events for the  Portland, CT Is Celebrating It's 175th Birthday With A Parade On Sept 10th.   ******************************************************************************  Info... 09/08/2016

  Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2016 Spring Concert at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on Saturday, April 30th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attendin... 04/26/2016

Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2015 Winter Concert On Dec. 6th, at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat tomorrow Sunday, December 6th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and M... 12/05/2015

  The Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council is always looking for ways to create opportunities for members to network and socialize with one another.  Since one of the favorite event activities for Realtors and Agents is to eat and drink, the Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council "Fabulous Friday Wine Tasting" should be very well attend. The Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council "Fabulous Friday Wine Tasting" at the Arrigoni Winery in Portland, CT on Friday, October 16, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. is a great event to taste some excellent local wine, and enjoy the beautiful Fall foliage. Members and none members are welcome, so come and enjoy some plain old fun, and good company, as well as a great opportunity to network.  So mark your calendar for the Middlesex Chamber Real Estate... 10/14/2015

 The 2015 Portland Fair In Connecticut, is this coming weekend, and is the last local Fair for the year. The Portland Fair, in Portland Connecticut has a little bit of something for every member of the family. There will be: Exhibits: Farm Animals Farm Equipment Crafts Vegetables & Fruits Entertainment: Performers such as:  Michael Cleary Band Truck Stop Troubadours Avenue Groove Jeff Pitchell Texas Flood, The Jeffettes Tractor Pulls Animal Pulls Animal Acts Hog herding Demo Rosie's Racing Pigs Dirty Ditch Mud Runs Carnival Rides Carnival Games And of course my favorite, FOOD So if you have not had the opportunity to go to the first two local Fairs the Durham Fair, or the Berlin Fair then, take a ride to The 2015 Portland Fair In Connecticut this weekend and enjoy one of the best littl... 10/06/2015

  Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2015 Spring Concert at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on Saturday, May 16th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attending ... 05/12/2015

  Spring is here and that means it is time for the Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce 2015 Golf Tournament.  This year the golf tournament will be held at the Portland Golf Club on May 1st. The Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce Golf Tournament is a very popular event and has already been sold out.  However, Golfers do drop out due to unforeseen circumstances, so those who are not registered and would like to play need to get their name on the waiting list quickly. The Middlesex Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Committee is looking for additional sponsors, so this is an excellent opportunity to advertise you company at this very popular event.  The Golf Committee is also looking gift donations to be raffled off at the tournament. All those who are interested in playing, being a sponsor, or do... 04/28/2015

  St. Clement's Castle In Portland, CT Is Going Irish For St. Patrick's Day on March 14th form 6-10 p.m.  If you have not selected a place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, then you may want to make reservations at one of the elite banquet facilities in Connecticut. There will be live Irish music right from Ireland with the Mclean Avenue Band, and the Emerald Fire Dancers.  If you like Irish food, then just checkout the spread in the menu below.     My wife and I have not decided yet where to go to celebrate St. Paddy's Day, but now that we know St. Clement's Castle In Portland, CT Is Going Irish For St. Patrick's Day on March 14th form 6-10 p.m. it will rank pretty high on our list!     *****************************************************************************************************... 03/04/2015

Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Winter Concert 2014 at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat Sunday, December 14th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attending th... 12/10/2014

  Portland, CT Youth Football & Cheerleading 2014.  Registration for the 2014 Season has already began so there is no time to waste. If you live in Portland, Connecticut, and have a child between the ages of 6 - 13, you can start signing them up for Football and Cheerleading. This is an opportunity to get your son or daughter involved in a community sports program, and make some new friends.  And who knows may be it is your son that wants to Cheer, and your daughter who wants to play Football.  You can register you child for the Portland, CT Youth Football & Cheerleading 2014 by going on their website at www.PanthersYouthFootballCT.com right now.  But like I said above has already began and teams have already started practicing, so there is no time to waste if you want to have an oppor... 08/25/2014

  2014 Summer Fun At YMCA Camp Ingersoll.  Summer Camps are very popular for kids in Middletown, CT and the YMCA Camp Ingersoll is one of the most popular Day Camps.  My oldest son Matthew who is on my team at McCue Mortgage, worked at Camp Ingersoll every Summer he was in College, so I am very familiar with the camp.  The YMCA Camp Ingersoll provides a number of activities for kids from 1st Grade through High School.  Activities are structured to be age appropriate, and children are placed in small groups, so they are very well supervised.  Campers not only make new friends, they also learn about nature, and acquire skills that will serve them for a life time. YMCA Camp Ingersoll is located on Jobs Pond in Portland, CT on 77 acres, so there is a lot of room to accommodate large number ... 06/30/2014