March Business Newsletter
Sturbridge Business Breakfast
Signs in Sturbridge
Last month Town hosted its third Business Class called, "Signs in Sturbridge - A Detailed Explanation of the Sign Bylaws in Town." Our speaker was our very own Town Planner Jean Bubon who provided a complete overview of the Town's Sign Bylaws, explained why we have them, and answered questions from the audience.
For those who were unable to attend, Ms. Bubon has made her presentation available for download. If you would like a copy of the presentation, please click here.
If you are preparing to submit a permit for a sign or have questions, you can contact our Planning Department at 508-347-2508, or our Building Department at 508-347-2505.
Farmers Market
The Farmers Market Planning Committee is moving quickly towards announcing the official location of the Sturbridge Farmers Market this month! At this time we can say that the event will be held on Sundays this summer running roughly from June to September (official start/end dates coming shortly). Within the next week or two we will make applications available to all vendors to participate in the event. In the interim, please take a look at our rules and guidelines for the market, now available on our website.
We thank everyone for their patience while we organize this event.
For information including policies, applications, and more, go to our website by clicking here or by going to the Visitor Tab on this website. Also please check out our amazing logo designed by one of our members at the top of this page.
Business Advocacy Group
As was noted in last month's Business Newsletter, there is a new group of local business owners who are collaborating to advocate for their fellow businesses here in Sturbridge. The group meets every month at a different business in Town to discuss local issues and to develop solutions. If this interests you and you would like more information, please click here to contact the Chair Cedric Daniels to learn more about the group.
Local Business Offerings
This month there are several classes and events being offered by local businesses for businesses. Check out their websites for more information.
- March Fun at Five at Baba Sushi | Chamber of Central MA South | March 14 at 5pm
- Complimentary Financial Planning & Investment Workshop | McCurdy Investments |212 Main Street | March 21, 6:30-7:30pm
- Harassment Training with EANE at Bay Path U | Chamber of Central MA South | 1 Picker Rd. | March 22, 8-9:30am
- Red Door Realty Ribbon Cutting | Red Door Realty | March 22, 4-6pm
- Social Media, Now What? | Chamber of Central MA South | March 27, 12-1pm
Town Meetings
| Committee | Day | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Board of Health | TBD | -- | -- | Center Office Building |
| Board of Selectmen | Monday | March 5 & 19 | 6:30pm | Town Hall |
| Community Preservation Committee | Monday | March 5 | 7:00pm | Town Hall |
| Conservation Commission | Thursday | March 1 & 15 | 6:00pm | Center Office Building |
| Design Review Committee | Monday | March 5 | 1:30pm | Center Office Building |
| Farmers Market Planning Committee | Monday | March 5 & 19 | 5:00pm | Center Office Building |
| Finance Committee | Thursday | March 1 | 6:30pm | Town Hall |
| Planning Board | Tuesday | March 13 and 27 | 6:30pm | Center Office Building |
| Sturbridge Tourist Association | Wednesday | March 14 | 5:00pm | Center Office Building |
| Zoning Board of Appeals | Wednesday | March 21 | 6:30pm | Center Office Building |
Please note these meetings may be subject to change. Please check the Town's meeting website to confirm meeting times and locations or visit the Town Clerks Office in the Town Hall.