Sam Shoge, Executive Director
Greetings and happy November to our valued chamber members.
We had a flurry of activity during the past several weeks and I hope you were able to participate in one of the many activities we held. Missed any? Here is a recap:
Ribbon Cutting at American Rock Hall Service Center
We were thrilled to co-host a ribbon-cutting at American Rock Hall Service Center, a new automotive repair shop that opened recently in Rock Hall. We were joined by Kent County Economic Development and the Greater Rock Hall Business Association. Congratulations to owner Steve Leonard for opening his doors and serving the Rock Hall community.
American Rock Hall Service Center Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting at Mid-Shore Pro Bono
The very next day after cutting the ribbon at American Rock Hall Service Center, we were back at it cutting the ribbon at Mid-Shore Pro Bono’s new office in downtown Chestertown. MSPB is a nonprofit organization that connects low-income people with legal representation in need of civil legal services.
Mid-Shore Pro Bono Ribbon Cutting
2021 Kent BrewFest
The highly anticipated beer festival held in downtown Chestertown was a smashing success. More than 200 craft beer enthusiasts came out on a gorgeous Saturday to enjoy popular Delmarva breweries and live music from Bravenoise. Planning for next year’s event has already begun. Special thanks go to Eastern Shore Tents and Events
Kent BrewFest
Opportunity Zone Workshop
The Kent Chamber hosted Frank Dickson, Director of Strategic Business Initiatives at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, for a workshop on the Opportunity Zone Program. The Opportunity Zone program is a nationwide initiative administered by the U.S. Treasury created under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The program provides federal tax incentives for investment in distressed communities over the next 10 years. Areas designated as Opportunity Zones will be able to reap the benefits of new capital investment to help redevelop underserved communities. Special thanks to Cross Street Realtors for sponsoring this event.
Click here to watch the recording.
Mark your calendars for…
November 16 - Ribbon Cutting at Modern Stone Age Kitchen
December 10 - Save the Date: Kent Chamber Holiday Party | Chester River Yacht and Country Club
We hope you can join us for future events coming down the pipe. Do you have any event suggestions? We are interested in hearing them!
Sam Shoge, Executive Director
