NORTHBRIDGE - The Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce (BVCC) is back with their annual Home & Community EXPO on March 12, at Northbridge High School Fieldhouse from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event boasts dozens of local businesses, available to an2swer questions about their services and industries. Discover what the Blackstone Valley has to offer at this amazing community event. Collect free goodies, participate in activities and enjoy the entertainment.

The BVCC is proud to host the Chowder Festival, generously sponsored by Milford Federal Credit Union. Restaurants from around the Valley will compete for the coveted “People’s Choice” and “Best Judged” titles. Be sure to cast your vote and stick around for the awarding.

There will be an expanded children’s activity area featuring Bobo the Clown and his amazing balloon sculptures, games and more. Food will also be available for purchase through the NHS DECA concession stand. 

  Thank you to presenting sponsor, UniBank, Chowder Festival sponsor, Milford Federal Credit Union, entertainment sponsors, Gaudette Insurance, Savers Bank and Millbury Federal Credit Union, business sponsor, Package Steel, and welcome sponsor, Lampin Corporation.  

Entrance is free with a downloadable ticket or the donation of a non-perishable food item or $3 to benefit Peace of Bread Food Pantry. Access a sheet of free tickets through this link: https://blackstonevalley.org/images/pdf/DigitalTickets_2022.pdf. 

  Convenient parking at Northbridge High School, Northbridge Middle School, Pleasant Street Church or Whitinsville Christian School. Shuttles will be available throughout the day to pick up and drop off visitors at each parking lot.  

The Mission of the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce is to preserve and enhance the economic vitality of the Blackstone Valley by addressing her needs and concerns of businesses and providing leadership, support and resources in connection with issues which impact commerce and the quality of life in the Valley.