Reading-North Reading Chamber Supports local business via Local Eats Week, March 2 - 10

Four local Chambers of Commerce, including the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce, will join together to sponsor Local Eats Week to encourage diners to visit and support restaurants and businesses in six-member communities. The event will run from Thursday, March 2nd to Sunday, March 12th. Sponsored by the Wakefield Lynnfield, Stoneham, Reading-North Reading, and Melrose Chambers of Commerce, Local Eats Week will provide an opportunity for local establishments to showcase their menus and introduce new culinary choices at prices that will attract existing and new customers who wish to explore the local dining scene. This year’s event will also encourage participation from non-food businesses through cross promotions and specials at area businesses and participating restaurants.

“Local Eats Week will highlight our many local restaurants and eateries” remarked Michael Doyon, Chamber President. “Similar to ‘Small Business Saturday’, it is designed to encourage diners and shoppers to eat and shop locally,” continued Michael Doyon. Wakefield Lynnfield Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Marianne Cohen commented, “Several businesses in the six communities of Wakefield, Lynnfield, Stoneham, Reading, North Reading and Melrose have already signed on to offer discounts and specials when a diner presents a receipt from one of our participating restaurants. It’s a win-win for local businesses.”

Participation in Local Eats Week is open to all eating establishments in the six communities. Diners are encouraged to watch for breakfast, lunch, dinner, bakery and other food-related promotions throughout the week.

The Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce has invited all Reading and North Reading restaurants to participate. Several dining establishments, including Horseshoe Grille, Biltmore & Main and Subway of Reading have already agreed to participate. Retailers such as The Hitching Post and Brissonte Gifts and Home Décor will also offer promotions during Local Eats Week. A list of participating restaurants and their promotions will be added to the Chamber website, www.readingnreadingchamber.org, as well as on the Facebook page LocalEatsWeek, as they join in the event. Diners are encouraged to check back regularly for details. Additional information will also be available on social media using the hashtag #LocalEatsWeek17.

Local businesses that wish to participate by offering discounts to diners who present their receipt should email Lisa Egan, Executive Director at legan@rnrchamber.com to include their promotion.

Diners are also reminded to mention Local Eats Week before ordering.

The Reading Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1989 and merged with the North Reading Business Association to form the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce in January 2000. The Chamber has nearly 200 members and provides them with networking, educational and promotional opportunities. The Chamber is dedicated to its members’ success and encourages participation in Chamber programs and events. For further information contact Executive Director Lisa Egan at legan@rnrchamber.com or 978-664-5060, or visit the Chamber website www.readingnreadingchamber.org.