The Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a very Merry Christmas to our chamber communities and best wishes for a prosperous new year!

Please make sure to check your newspapers, print and online for last minute specials at your local businesses. Remember that the economy of our communities is dependent on you patronage.

Water's Edge at Sheepscot Harbour Village & Resort would like to show its appreciation for all the support given by its residents and chamber members by giving all special pricing and a welcome invitation to a New Year's Eve Oldies Dance Party featuring an Elvis Impersonator! The Oldies Dance Party includes a New Year’s Eve dinner, and DJ music from the '60s, '70s and '80s. Call 207-882-4200 for more information.

The third annual Wings Over Wiscasset planning committee has announced the date for the event — Aug. 15 (rain date Aug. 16) — with vintage warplane show, static displays honoring our veterans, military reenactors and much more culminating in a big swing band dance. We will be looking for sponsors, vendors and volunteers. Our next meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 6, 5:30 p.m. at the Freedom Fellowship Church. All are invited. Call the WACC at 207-882-9600 for more info.

The Wiscasset Area Chamber annual awards banquet is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Sheepscot Harbor Inn and Resort who have kindly donated their facility for this event. Invitations will be going out to members soon. Non-members are welcome.

Chewonki's commemorative centennial book is now available. "Chewonki: 100 Years of Learning Outdoors" is an inspiring portrait of the place, people and programs that are the heart of Chewonki. Including 256 pages of beautiful, full-color photographs; thoughtful reflections by alumni and past and present leaders; and lots of stories, the book brings to life the challenges and joys of campers, students and staff across 10 decades. For more information, contact Heather Lowe, Coordinator of Advancement Activities, 207-882-7323, ext. 158.

The Department of Labor is offering workplace safety classes in January.

"Making Maine more business friendly is a constant priority of this administration," said Gov. Paul R. LePage in a press release. "One of the ways we do this is through education of workplace safety hazards that help employers provide a safe place for Mainers to work and be prepared in the case of a federal OSHA audit. Investing time and energy in safety helps everyone, I encourage businesses to connect with SafetyWorks for one of these no-cost trainings or to schedule an on-site consultation."

Employers interested in registering can learn more and register at www.safetyworksmaine.com and clicking "More Classes" from the homepage. Space is limited so reservations are required.

Become a member of the Wiscasset Area Chamber: Networking, Business Education, Member to Member services, and promoting community growth: www.wiscassetchamber.com or call 207-882-9600.