Midnight Madness Comes to Town Tonight

Winchester Center shops will open for special hours from 6 to midnight tonight.

Shop Locally in Winchester on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.

Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 24 this year, two days after Thanksgiving. It is a day for everyone to support the small businesses that their community thrives on. American Express founded the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked. With retailers buzzing around the holidays, it is important to support local small businesses that rely on their neighbors in order to continue prospering and building the local economy in Winchester.  Two upcoming Winchester Chamber of Commerce events are the annual Midnight Madness where Winchester Center shops will open special hours from 6 p.m. to midnight on Nov. 26, and Winchester's Lights of Love at 7 p.m. on Dec. 6.  Last …

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Shop Local with Shop Winchester Gift Certificates

Before you head out for the holiday deals, think about supporting small businesses with local gift certificates.

Winchester Center Hosts Annual Midnight Madness

The Winchester Community Music School will be performing in several Winchester Center stores while you shop.

Winchester Center shops will open for special hours from 6 p.m. to midnight the Monday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26.  Holiday shoppers will find music groups, refreshments and special sales. Winchester Community Music School students will also perform at several shops. Each store, restaurant or service business does its own promotion, entertainment or refreshments. The Winchester Chamber of Commerce said this one day is often the single biggest shopping day of the year, and every Winchester Center shop is packed full and looks forward to welcoming hundreds of shop local supporters.  This popular event showcases Winchester shops like no other time.   Be part of the vibrant and exciting town center and shop, support and save. 

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Mahoney's Celebrates Ladies Night Out Tonight

Get started on your Christmas shopping at Mahoney’s Christmas Shoppe till 9 p.m.

Winchester Hosts Energy Efficiency, Solar Power Seminar for Small Businesses

The Power Hour will be held Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Winchester Town Hall.

The Winchester Chamber of Commerce and Winchester’s Climate Action Committee are holding a meeting for small businesses to provide information regarding energy efficiency and solar measures that save money and improve the bottom line.  A representative from NSTAR will speak about their Direct Install Program for small businesses, featuring a free energy assessment and payment of up to 70 percent of the total cost of retrofitting qualifying lighting and mechanical systems.While the business pays the remaining 30 percent, financing is available at a 0 percent interest rate. A number of Winchester businesses have been through the program and the reaction has been favorable.  In addition, a representative from Blue Selenium Solar will speak …

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Mahoney's 'Trees for Troops' Christmas Tree Campaign Begins Veterans Day

Purchase a Trees for Troops tree for $24.50 at any of the eight Mahoney's locations.

Members of the Military and their families make many sacrifices, especially during the holidays. Starting this Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, show your support and appreciation to an active member and their family, by donating a Christmas tree through the “Trees for Troops” program. Mahoney’s Garden Centers is again the host of the Trees for Troops program in Massachusetts. To participate in the program, visit any of Mahoney’s eight locations in eastern Massachusetts beginning Nov. 11, and purchase a Trees for Troops tree for $24.50. Special tree cards are available to write a note of thanks or holiday wishes to the family. Or, new this year, call the Mahoney’s Trees for Troops hotline at 781-721-4691 to purchase a tree over the phone. “We’re …

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Shop Local with Shop Winchester Gift Certificates

Support more than 60 local merchants with gift certificates this holiday season.

The Winchester Chamber of Commerce encourages residents to SHOP LOCAL this holiday season. The Shop Winchester Gift Certificates are a tool to make it easy for people to shop Winchester. Shop Winchester Gift Certificates are great gifts for the holidays and throughout the year. They are available at Century Bank, Northmark Bank, Winchester Co-operative Bank and Winchester Savings Bank. The certificates may be redeemed at over 60 local merchants. The participating businesses include: 247 Drums Mary Kay Cosmetics Absolute Precision Plumbing & Heating Mirabai Acupuncture & Wellness Alessandro Salon Monet Allen Plumbing New Look Optical An Elegant Affair Pairings Wine & Food Another Yarn Phoenix Salon & Spa Black Horse Tavern Piantedosi Bread …

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