The Ashland Business Association (ABA) will join with other area business associations for a Regional Summer BBQ & Networking event on Tuesday, August 7, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center, 45 East St., Hopkinton.
This business networking event is free to all organization members. The organizers anticipate that 200-250 people will attend the outdoor BBQ. Casual clothing is recommended. To RSVP, go online (bit.ly/2zBAnRo) or contact sumbel@metrowestymca.org, 508-435-9345 x105.
The program:
5:30 pm – Arrival & Tours
6:00 pm – Network, Drinks
& BBQ
6:20 pm – Welcome: YMCA, Association &
Chamber Presidents
6:45 pm – Continued
Networking
To join the ABA, send a check for $100 to ABA, P.O. Box 510, Ashland, MA 01721, or pay at the door. For questions or to become an event sponsor, contact ABA member, Mike Kane, 508-881-8550.
Event sponsors, to date, include the YMCA Hopkinton, the Metrowest Chamber of Commerce, the Ashland Business Association, the Holliston Business Association, the Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce, and the Sherborn Business Association, and the businesses, 126 Self Storage, Annemarie’s Dance Centre and WAITT—We’re All In This Together.
New Businesses
Economic Development Director Beth Reynolds reported on new business, Salon 44:
Salon 44 at 44 Front St. takes an intelligent, forward-thinking approach in understanding your needs. With their expert, up-to-date techniques in cutting and coloring, they deliver a look that compliments your hair’s natural texture and personalized style. www.salon44ashland.com, 508-881-6870
The Corner Spot
in August
The Corner Spot, 6 Cherry St., is a happenin’ place that features food trucks, kids’ activities and more throughout August! For up-to-date information, visit www.facebook.com/thecornerspotashland.
The Corner Spot
August Schedule
Businesses in the Shed
Nosh n’ Notes
(Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)
Jennifer’s Handmade Soaps (Aug. 3-9, 10-16)
Usborne Books (Aug. 17-23)
Zelus Beer Company
(Aug. 24-30)
Entertainment
Music: David Garden Duo (Aug. 1)
Tot Spot (Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 10-11 am)
Music: Cardinal (Aug. 8,
5:30-7:30 pm)
Open Mic: Danny Silverman (Aug. 10, 24, 5:30-7:30 pm)
At Home Fit (Aug. 12,
9:30-11 am)
Music TBD (Aug. 22,
5:30-7:30 pm)
Food Trucks
Pangea Cuisines (Aug. 1, 29)
Big T’s Jerky House & BBQ (Aug. 8, 10)
Travelin’ Bones BBQ
(Aug. 15, 24)
StrEAT Food RX (Aug. 22)