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June 15th, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

Live After Hours Event

Think Local 12 Year Celebration
Spare Time Portland and City Sports Grille
867 Riverside Street, Portland

 

12 Year Celebration! Join us!

Join us as we gather to celebrate 12 years of connecting and helping each other succeed!  Think about what you were doing 12 years ago!  It has been a journey!  Yes, there will be cake & ice cream!
 
Think LOCAL is an organization open to all, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses grow through effective networking and relationship building while supporting local non-profit organizations.
 
Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs, and inspire and motivate.

 

RECENT MONTHLY EVENTS

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May 26th at 5:30 PM

Live After Hours Event

Unbound Potential Chiropractic
162 Blue Star Memorial Hwy,
Scarborough, ME 04074-9072

We Love to Connect You to Others!

Welcome to an evening of networking under the full moon! We will be providing wine for tasting, snacks for pairing and a space to gather with other small business owners, entrepreneurs and community members. Bring yourself, a friend and a willingness to make new connections.
 
Think LOCAL is an organization open to all, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses grow through effective networking and relationship building while supporting local non-profit organizations.
Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate.

 

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April 22nd

Live After Hours Event

207 Bar & Restaurant
337 Cumberland Avenue
Portland, ME 04101

We Love to Connect You to Others!

Always fun over at 207 in Portland! Awesome opportunity to connect and be introduced to some fantastic African food and culture.

Free African appetizer cuisine! Yes, including cow tongue. Full cash bar available.

207 Bar & Restaurant was founded by Rwanda and Burundi immigrants. They look forward to creating an atmosphere for their fellow African partners as well as being open to the general public.

Highlighted non-profit: The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center https://www.welcomeimmigrant.org

Think LOCAL is an organization open to all, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses grow through effective networking and relationship building while supporting local non-profit organizations.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate.

 

 

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February 11th

LIve After Hours Event

Cowbell Restaurant,,
185 US Route 1
Scarborough, ME

We Love to Connect You to Others!

Get connected in February!

Always fun times over at the Cowbell. Special Valentine drinks available!

More details coming… but we will have a Valentine theme… If you have one… bring your Valentine along! Of course open to all!

Think LOCAL is an organization open to all, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses grow through effective networking and relationship building while supporting local non-profit organizations. Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate.

 

 

 

Scrabble pieces spelling "Save the Date"

September 6th

LIve After Hours Event

Portland City Sports Grill
867 Riverside St.
Portland, ME

We have been here a couple times in the past… they treat us well! Mark down the evening of Sept 8th for a fun evening of connecting and fun!

There will be snacks provider and an opportunity to display your business! There will also be some FREE game cards handed out for you to enjoy this evening or at another time.

Amy Russo with March for Children’s Rights will share with us about this local movement.

Yes, this event is “Kid Friendly”.

Like to be a sponsor or display your business at this event? Send a note to JeffBall@ThinkLocalMaine.com

 

 

 

August 15th

RACE FOR THE FUTURE

Put in whatever miles you can in 24 hours virtually or
participate at @snowfieldsfarm (limited spots available).
All proceeds go to Physiology First

Snowfields Farm
450 Lawrence Rd
Pownal, ME 04069

FMI:  mstornelli@dynamicptsc.com

 

August 13th

Live breakfast social at the Porthole Restaurant and Pub

8:30 – 9:30 AM

20 Custom House Wharf
Portland, ME 04101
on the outside deck

.Email Dana Earles for more information and bring your mask!

 

August 11th

Live at the Cow Bell Restaurant

5:00 – 7:00 PM

Cowbell Restaurant
185 US-1
Scarborough, ME 04074

. . . with NEW indoor golf simulator, indoor basketball hoop, and if weather in nice… some outside cornhole competition!

Cow Bell – A fun concept featuring 25 Craft Burgers and 25 Craft Brews and Entertainment!

Don’t do Facebook? Email Jeff

 

June 18th

Live Social Event and Auction

5:00 – 7:00 PM

Falmouth Country Club
1 Congressional Drive
Falmouth, ME 04105

Yes! We are meeting in person and at a beautiful location! We will be holding a live auction with all proceeds going to the local Alzheimer’s Association. We’ll also be celebrating THINK LOCAL’S 11th Anniversary!! There is much to be thankful for.

More details coming but mark this date down!

Are you a small business looking for new clients? Do you work for a company that grows through networking and referrals? Looking for a new opportunity to network and grow your business? Think Local may be just what you are looking for!

Entering our 12th year more than 4500 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 26,000 individuals.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

Join us weekly to meet some great local professionals and business owners. Can not attend during the week? Members get on-line privileges and there are sponsorship opportunities. https://www.thinklocalusa.org/promote-your-business/ Learn how Think Local will help you grow your business to the next level.

www.thinklocalusa.org

 

February 6th

How Am I Doing? Giving and Receiving Feedback
Dr. Francis Eberly

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc.
360 U.S. 1
Scarborough, ME 04074
Conference Room – 3rd Floor

In a productive workplace and with good customers there is lots of feedback. In every discussion one person owns their intent and the other the impact. These can be very different depending on which person you are. In this session we will test out feedback approaches and their impact.  We will explore how to ask customers for feedback that you can use to improve. There will be lots of discussion and interaction.

Take-aways:

  • Being better at your intent and impact

  • Receiving effective feedback from colleagues and customers

  • Tips for providing effective feedback

These ideas can benefit you at work and home.

Our Seminar Leader: Francis Eberle, PhD

Francis Eberle, is leadership and organizational advisor, speaker and author. Francis believes that people development is business development. He helps leaders who want to grow in both public and private social enterprises, especially those who want to do something special.

 

Guests: $10

Think Local Members: FREE if you RSVP by Feb 1

 

January 15th

Rivalries, Falmouth, 2 Hat Trick Drive Falmouth Maine

5:00 – 7:00 PM

Social Event – What an awesome way to start out the new year with old & new friends!  Open to the public. Bring a friend. Get the word out to hundreds about your business – Sponsorship opportunities available starting at just $50!

FREE for Members

December 3rd

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Island Dog Brewing
125 Johns Roberts Road
South Portland, ME 04106

DETAILS:

Always a favorite complete with Santa & Mrs. Claus! Secure your table/booth now.

Our charity for the evening is: Old Dogs New Digs!

Are you a small business looking for new clients? Do you work for a company that grows through networking and referrals? Looking for a new opportunity to network and grow your business? Think Local may be just what you are looking for! Think Local meets each Tuesday morning here at Sebago Brewing Co! 8:30am Check it out!

MORE:

Entering our 11th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

  • PLEASE LIKE Think LOCAL here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA
  • Join Think LOCAL here: www.ThinkLocalUSA.org
  • Connect with Think LOCAL!: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4623953
  • Follow Think LOCAL! here: https://twitter.com/ThinkLocalUSA
  • Learn About Membership: https://www.thinklocalusa.org/membership

WHY Think Local:

  • It grows your business through referrals.
  • Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
  • Helps others expand their business.
  • Adds value through business and personal connections.
  • Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
  • Be inspired and motivated by others.
  • Develops personal and professional growth
  • Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.

A Community Networking Organization that Thinks LOCAL! Thinking about becoming a member? Less than a cup of coffee a week! Levels & Benefits listed here: https://www.thinklocalusa.org/membership

  • PLEASE LIKE Think LOCAL here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA
  • Join Think LOCAL here
  • Connect with Think LOCAL! on LinkedIn
  • Follow Think LOCAL! on Twitter
  • Learn About Membership.

Get Connected this week – You are Invited!

Powerful weekly chapters:

This is where the magic happens. Like networking & building your business? This is the place to be! Inspirational, educational, motivational, referrals, & non-exclusive. Open to visitors and the public. Come visit!

  • Tuesday

    • 8:30am Martins Point, 575 Main Street, Gorham
    • 8:30am E. Claire and Pastries, 36 Chestnut Street, Lewiston
    • 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk
    • 8:30am 20 Hat Trick Drive, Family Ice Arena, Falmouth
    • 11:45am Run of the Mill, 100 Main St, Saco
  • Wednesday

    • 8:00am Shindigs, 453 Wilson St, Brewer
    • 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 201 Southborough Dr, Scarborough
    • 9am TD Bank, 182 Main Street, Waterville
  • Thursday

    • 8:00am Kennebunk Savings Bank, 49 Sanford Road, Wells
    • 8:30am FreeportWerkes, 5 Depot Street, Freeport
    • 8:15am The Egg & I, 139 Riverside Street, Portland
  • Friday

    • 8:00am Portland Pie, 92 Maine Street, Brunswick
    • 8:15am Roots Café, 20 School St, Westbrook

 

Tuesday November 5th

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

20 Bow Street
20 Bow Street
Freeport, ME 04032

Do your civic duty and get out to vote in November then join the Think Local Happy Hour event! On Tuesday, November 5th, come mingle with other entrepreneurs and business representatives, leaving the politics behind, to make some connections and meet some great TL members and their guests.

DETAILS:

20 Bow Street in Freeport is where you’ll find Brickyard Hollow, Arabian Sisters Kitchen and Bon Bon Creme all in the same cool marketplace! It’s a great spot to meet and get all you want to drink and eat from beer to pizza, baklava to gyros, and delicious desserts. And as always, there’ll be some great prizes to win, too!

Our represented charity for the event will be Maine Boys to Men. Here’s their mission statement – simple but strong and true: Maine Boys to Men engages communities to shift attitudes and actions to end male violence against women and girls.

MORE:

Are you a small business looking for new clients? Do you work for a company that grows through networking and referrals? Looking for a new opportunity to network and grow your business? Think Local may be just what you are looking for!

Entering our 11th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals. We celebrated our 10 Year Anniversary on June 4th!

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

Join us weekly to meet some great local professionals and business owners. Can not attend during the week? Members get on-line privileges and there are sponsorship opportunities. https://www.thinklocalusa.org/promote-your-business/ Learn how Think Local will help you grow your business to the next level.

WHY Think Local:

  • It grows your business through referrals.
  • Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
  • Helps others expand their business.
  • Adds value through business and personal connections.
  • Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
  • Be inspired and motivated by others.
  • Develops personal and professional growth
  • Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.

A Community Networking Organization that Thinks LOCAL! Thinking about becoming a member? Less than a cup of coffee a week! Levels & Benefits listed here: https://www.thinklocalusa.org/membership

  • PLEASE LIKE Think LOCAL here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA
  • Join Think LOCAL here
  • Connect with Think LOCAL! on LinkedIn
  • Follow Think LOCAL! on Twitter
  • Learn About Membership.

Get Connected this week – You are Invited!

Powerful weekly chapters:

This is where the magic happens. Like networking & building your business? This is the place to be! Inspirational, educational, motivational, referrals, & non-exclusive. Open to visitors and the public. Come visit!

  • Tuesday

    • 8am Moore Community Center, 133 State St., Ellsworth
    • 8:30am Martins Point, 575 Main Street, Gorham
    • 8:30am E. Claire and Pastries, 36 Chestnut Street, Lewiston
    • 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk
    • 8:30am 20 Hat Trick Drive, Family Ice Arena, Falmouth
    • 11:45am Run of the Mill, 100 Main St, Saco
  • Wednesday

    • 8:00am Kennebunk Savings Bank, 49 Sanford Road, Wells
    • 8:00am Shindigs, 453 Wilson St, Brewer
    • 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 201 Southborough Dr, Scarborough
    • 9am TD Bank, 182 Main Street, Waterville
  • Thursday

    • 8:30am FreeportWerkes, 5 Depot Street, Freeport
    • 8:15am The Egg & I, 139 Riverside Street, Portland
  • Friday

    • 8:00am Portland Pie, 92 Maine Street, Brunswick
    • 8:15am Roots Café, 20 School St, Westbrook

 

Tuesday October 1st

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Sebego Brewing
201 Scarborough Dr.
Scarborough, ME 04074

Description

Can’t wait for this one! Cool crisp air… the leaves begin to fall. Time for a fresh new beginning this fall. Are you a small business looking for new clients? Do you work for a company that grows through networking and referrals? Looking for a new opportunity to network and grow your business? Think Local may be just what you are looking for! It is a party! Come check it out.

Author Mark Diehl will be celebrating the launch of his new book this evening! You may also check him out here: http://www.markddiehl.com

Audio Video Therapy will be on site and one of our sponsors for this evening. AND handing out some pretty cool AV prizes… don’t miss this! Connect with Scott Shaffer FMI… also listen to his podcast attached here! https://www.thinklocalusa.org/2019/08/19/35715

Table vendors & sponsorships available! 50/50 raffle benefiting Charity: Morrison Center

More on Think Local – Business to Business Connecting:

Think Local is entering our 11th year with more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine that have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

WHY Think Local:

• It grows your business through referrals.
• Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
• Helps others expand their business.
• Adds value through business and personal connections.
• Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
• Be inspired and motivated by others.
• Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.

LIKE us here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA
Become a Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4623953
Follow our Tweets: https://twitter.com/ThinkLocalUSA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinklocalusa
Watch Us on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClvJREpD3LUn8048q7x1Plw

Think Local Weekly Chapters

  • – Tuesday, 9am Martins Point, 575 Main Street, Gorham
  • – Tuesday, 8:30am E. Claire and Pastries, 36 Chestnut Street, Lewiston
  • – Tuesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk
  • – Tuesday, 11:45am Run of the Mill, 100 Main St, Saco
  • – Wednesday, 8:00am Shindigs, 453 Wilson St, Brewer
  • – Wednesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 201 Southborough Dr, Scarborough
  • – Wednesday, 9am TD Bank, 182 Main Street, Waterville
  • – Thursday, 8:00am Kennebunk Savings Bank, 49 Sanford Road, Wells
  • – Thursday, 8:30am FreeportWerkes, 5 Depot Street, Freeport

 

Thursday July 11th

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Dynamic Physical Therapy and Sports Conditioning
20 Atwood Road
Topsham, ME 04086

Description

This will be a fun one in Topsham, Maine! Stay tuned for more details but mark the date down now!

Think Local is entering our 11th year with more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine that have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

More on Think Local – Business to Business Connecting:

Entering our 11th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

WHY Think Local:

• It grows your business through referrals.
• Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
• Helps others expand their business.
• Adds value through business and personal connections.
• Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
• Be inspired and motivated by others.
• Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.LIKE us here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA

Become a Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4623953
Follow our Tweets: https://twitter.com/ThinkLocalUSA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinklocalusa
Watch Us on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClvJREpD3LUn8048q7x1Plw

Think Local Weekly Chapters

  • Monday, 9am Partners Bank (SIS), 254 Long Plains Rd, Buxton
  • Tuesday, 9am Martins Point, 575 Main Street, Gorham
  • Tuesday, 8:30am E. Claire and Pastries, 36 Chestnut Street, Lewiston
  • Tuesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk
  • Tuesday, 11:45am Run of the Mill, 100 Main St, Saco
  • Wednesday, 8:00am Shindigs, 453 Wilson St, Brewer
  • Wednesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 201 Southborough Dr, Scarborough
  • Wednesday, 9am TD Bank, 182 Main Street, Waterville
  • Thursday, 8:00am Kennebunk Savings Bank, 49 Sanford Road, Wells
  • Thursday, 8:30am FreeportWerkes, 5 Depot Street, Freeport
  • Thursday, 11:45am The Egg & I, 139 Riverside Street, Portland
  • Friday, 8:15am Roots Café, 20 School St, Westbrook
  • Friday, 8:00am Portland Pie, 92 Maine Street, Brunswick

 

Tuesday June 4th

5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)

Skillful Home Recreation
533 Forest Ave.
Portland, ME 04101

Hard to believe but true! Love for you to be a part of this celebration! We always have fun at our events…. BUT this one… we will have pool tables, ping pong tables, air hockey, and yes… hot tubs! Of course music, food, and drink! More to come but do not miss out on our biggest event of the year!

We are entering our 10th year with more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine that have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

More on Think Local – Business to Business Connecting:

Entering our 10th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

WHY Think Local:

• It grows your business through referrals.
• Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
• Helps others expand their business.
• Adds value through business and personal connections.
• Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
• Be inspired and motivated by others.
• Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.LIKE us here: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkLocalUSA

Become a Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4623953
Follow our Tweets: https://twitter.com/ThinkLocalUSA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinklocalusa
Watch Us on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClvJREpD3LUn8048q7x1Plw

Think Local Weekly Chapters – You are invited:

  • – Monday, 9am Maine Insurance Benefits, 677 Roosevelt Trail, Windham
  • – Tuesday, 9am Martins Point, 575 Main Street, Gorham
  • – Tuesday, 8:30am Your Best Skin, 250 Center St, Auburn
  • – Tuesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 65 Portland Road, Kennebunk
  • – Tuesday, 11:45am Run of the Mill, 100 Main St, Saco
  • – Wednesday, 8:00am Shindigs, 453 Wilson St, Brewer
  • – Wednesday, 8:30am Sebago Brewing Co, 201 Southborough Dr, Scarborough
  • – Wednesday, 9:00am TD Bank, 182 Main Street, Waterville
  • – Thursday, 8:00am Kennebunk Savings Bank, 49 Sanford Road, Wells
  • – Thursday, 8:30am FreeportWerkes, 5 Depot Street, Freeport
  • – Thursday, 9:00am Partners Bank (Formerly SIS Bank), 254 Long Plains Rd, Buxton
  • – Thursday, 11:45am The Egg & I, 139 Riverside Street, Portland
  • – Friday, 8:15am Roots Café, 120 School St, Westbrook
  • – Friday, 8:00am Portland Pie, 92 Maine Street, Brunswic

Tuesday April 2nd

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Norway Savings Bank
68 Portland Road
Kennebunk, ME 04043

Come connect with a group of professionals and business owners that can help grow your business.

Charity for the evening is Food For Thought Backpack Program Food For Thought Backpack Program

More on Think Local – Business to Business Connecting:

Entering our 10th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

WHY Think Local:

  • It grows your business through referrals.
  • Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
  • Helps others expand their business.
  • Adds value through business and personal connections.
  • Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
  • Be inspired and motivated by others.
  • Develops personal and professional growth
  • Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.
  • A Community Networking Organization that Thinks LOCAL!Thinking about becoming a member? Less than a cup of coffee a week! Your membership is good state wide. Levels & Benefits listed here: https://www.thinklocalusa.org/membership

Monday, Jan. 7th

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Sebago Brewing
201 Southborough Dr.
Scarborough, ME 04074

We hope you are as excited as we are about 2019! Hope it is your very best. We come together this evening for support and accountability…. and fun networking!

Open to the public. Meet 100 local professionals & business owners this night.

Throughout the year we hold large events at local business sites to increase the visibility of their business, highlight a charity, have opportunities for vendors, and create a fun & relaxing place to connect with other like minded professionals and business owners.

Vendors, door prizes, 50/50 for the American Red Cross, free chair massages, yes… goal setting!, and the very best connecting and networking!

Vendor & Sponsorships at this event start out at just $50. Interested? Send a note to: JeffBall@ThinkLocalMaine.com

More on Think Local – Business to Business Connecting:


Entering our 10th year more than 4000 individuals/businesses from Portsmouth, NH to Bangor, Maine have connected through Think Local. Taking advantage of the online community, Think Local is socially connected with over 25,000 individuals.

Think Local’s core foundation is to help others grow businesses through referrals, build authentic relationships that last a lifetime, collaborate with other entrepreneurs and inspire and motivate. We have supported over 50 local charities and non-profits throughout the years. Business people and entrepreneurs meet to develop relationships and to recognize and create opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for referrals and other ventures.

WHY Think Local:

  • It grows your business through referrals.
  • Makes a difference by supporting worthy causes in the community.
  • Helps others expand their business.
  • Adds value through business and personal connections.
  • Collaborates with other entrepreneurs.
  • Be inspired and motivated by others.
  • Develops personal and professional growth
  • Builds authentic relationships that last a lifetime.
  • A Community Networking Organization that Thinks LOCAL!

    Thinking about becoming a member? Less than a cup of coffee a week! Your membership is good state wide. Levels & Benefits listed here: https://www.thinklocalusa.org/membership

Tuesday, Dec. 4th

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

21 Taps
185 U.S. 1
Scarborough, ME 04074

Members – FREE IF you RSVP

Always a favorite! You really do not want to miss this one! Complete with Santa & the Christmas spirit!

Open to the public. Meet 100 local professionals & business owners this night.

Throughout the year we hold large events at local business sites to increase the visibility of their business, highlight a local charity, have opportunities for vendors, and create a fun & relaxing place to connect with other like minded professionals and business owners.

Vendors, Christmas music, door prizes, 50/50, free chair massages, even a gift exchange, and the very best connecting and networking!

Vendor & Sponsorships at this event start out at just $50. Interested? Send a note to: JeffBall@ThinkLocalMaine.com

Tuesday, Nov. 13th

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Husson College Westbrook Campus
340 County Road
Westbrook, ME 04092

Tuesday, Nov. 6th

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

Spare Time
867 Riverside Street
Portland, ME 04103

Members – FREE IF you RSVP

  • Networking
  • Vendors
  • Music
  • 50/50 Raffle for Big Brothers Big Sisters
  • Door prizes
  • Free chair massages
  • FREE bowling and laser tag this night
  • Coupons for future use

Tuesday, Oct. 2nd

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (EDT)

TruFit 30
333 Clarks Pond Parkway, #10
South Portland, ME 04106

Members – FREE IF you RSVP

  • Networking
  • Refreshements
  • 50/50 Raffle
  • Door prizes

We expect a big crowd….  Let us know if you would like to be a sponsor or have a vendor table!

Tuesday, September 4th

Save the Date:

Think Local USA’s next Big Event

5:00 – 7:00 PM

The Woods at Canco (updated venue)
257 Canco Rd.
Portland, ME

FREE beer & wine at this one and really the best food prepared by on site Chef!  Also you will get a meal voucher to come back for another visit in their outstanding dinning room.  An upscale independent retirement community.  Members – FREE IF you RSVP

  • Networking
  • Refreshements
  • 50/50 Raffle
  • Door prizes

We expect a big crowd….  Let us know if you would like to be a sponsor or have a vendor table!

RSVP HERE:

RSVP

Tuesday, August 14th

Knock it Out of the Park:

Bring family & friends to Hadlock Field to see the Seadogs open their Home game stretch against the Trenton Thunder!  Not a bad seat at Hadlock but

Game day tickets are $11…. Get them from Think Local for $7 (Purchase by July 31)!  Slugger Bobble Head night!

Although we are at the ballpark… this is going to be an awesome networking night.  We are also renting the Portland Room with networking opportunities & vendors! 

Just taking 5 vendors and/or sponsors so let us know ASAP if you would like to be a part of this night.

The Month of July

HELP!  We are less than 200 LIKES away on Facebook!!

 If everyone reading this would invite 1 friend to LIKE us… we would be there!    Speaking of Social Media we are also on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, You Tube channel, and of course our TL APP!  We will be utilizing our over 25,000+ connection out there to help your business.  More in next week’s e-mail/newsletter.  But between now & then… If you are helping us get LIKES – send us a short (Less than 60 seconds) video & we will get it out there for you on our network.  Let’s see who is #3,000!!   We have created an event page to keep all posted:

Thursday, July 12th.

4th Year in a row with Captain Ben!

Captain Ben will take us around the Casco Bay on the Portland Water Taxi! We did this the last few years… a real blast!

Yes… we will see the sunset. Limited to 25 so do not delay. Bring snacks & drink to share.  This will fill fast so do not delay!

Boarding 6:30pm – $15 per person RSVP is only good if you RSVP here:

March 6, 2018

Bipartisan Meet the Candidates

Express Solutions

845 Forest Ave., Portland, ME

 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

We are having fun networking with some of the local political candidates in Maine!  No formal program… focus is networking but several candidates will be on site to answer any questions you may have. Have a favorite Governor or Senator candidate… bring them along! This is one you do not want to miss!  FREE if you RSVP.

Members always Free.
Guests: Free with advanced RSVP or $5 at the door.

At this event:
  • Promote your business or service to maximize your impact.
  • Meet a wide range of other like-minded professionals.
  • Meet professionals that can help your career or business.
  • Find your next opportunity, or recruit talented professionals.
  • Generate leads and referrals as you build new relationships.
  • Give back to the community through our highlighted charity.

February 6, 2018

Casino Night

TrueLine Public Relations
482 Congress St., Ste. 101, Portland, ME

 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

You are in for a real treat. Casino Night at True Line Public Relations!  These are some of the most creative & fun people. They do PR & marketing around the US… and they are right here in Portland, Maine! And to top that off they are active Think Local members. Don’t miss this fun networking evening.

Highlighted Charity: Back in the Maine Stream

Members always Free.
Guests: Free with advanced RSVP or $5 at the door.

At this event:
  • Promote your business or service to maximize your impact.
  • Meet a wide range of other like-minded professionals.
  • Meet professionals that can help your career or business.
  • Find your next opportunity, or recruit talented professionals.
  • Generate leads and referrals as you build new relationships.
  • Give back to the community through our highlighted charity.

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Past Events


Think Local 5th Anniversary Video


Think Local at Lovesac, September 8, 2015

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