The Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches is aiming to brighten up storefronts this holiday season in the Moriches, Center Moriches and East Moriches communities, encouraging business owners to deck their windows and facades in festive style.
According to Chamber President Jackie Osborne, the goal is two-fold: to recognize businesses that go above and beyond, and to draw attention to the “array of our shops and businesses” while giving the community something to enjoy.
Businesses, whether Chamber members or not, are invited to participate. Decorated storefronts will receive certificates of recognition, and during the second week of December a judging panel will select one standout winner to receive the prestigious William A. Savino Award, with their name added to a perpetual plaque and displayed throughout the following year. “It’s simply our way to honour those who put in extra effort,” said Osborne.
Treasurer and board member Gerri Sapanaro, who can be contacted at 631-878-0003 for questions, noted that judging criteria will include theme, originality, lighting, creativity and overall impact. “We want the holiday spirit to come alive in our business districts,” Sapanaro remarked, adding that photos of decorated businesses may be submitted to info@moricheschamber.org for use on the Chamber website and Facebook page (though judging will not be based on submitted photos).
Participating businesses should email their photos (with optional captions) by early December. “We hope to see Main Street glowing this season,” Osborne added, encouraging all to join in the festive effort.
The chamber is also gearing up for its annual Holiday Parade of Lights on December 13 starting at 6 p.m. on Main Street and its tree lighting ceremony at the King Kullen shopping center on December 12 at 7 p.m.
For more information, visit moricheschamber.org.