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Kick off the holiday season by networking and giving back to local families. Our favorite year-end networking event, presented by the Charles River Regional Chamber’s Young Professionals Group (and open to all), is back with a new morning twist: this year it’s a Coffee Connect hosted by Chapelbridge Park.

Join us from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. to catch up with old friends and make new connections at our last big networking event of 2026. We’ll enjoy a festive atmosphere with fresh coffee and light bites, courtesy of our hosts. And don’t forget to add some holiday fun by wearing your favorite quirky or themed holiday sweater!

In the spirit of the season, we’re asking all attendees to bring an unwrapped gift for children ages newborn to 10 or make a $20 donation, which will be used to purchase gifts at local shops including Henry Bear’s Park. All proceeds benefit Newton’s Holiday Gift Drive, a partnership between the City and The Village Bank that provides gifts for Newton families.

Can’t make it but still want to help? Make a donation or find a drop-off box here. No amount is too big or too small to support local families while shopping locally.