10 Sep 2026 Community Appreciation Dinner & Awards Ceremony: RSVP & Submit Nominations
The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) will host its Annual Ticonderoga Area Community Appreciation Dinner and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The complimentary dinner and awards ceremony will be held at the Knights of Columbus in Downtown Ticonderoga, located at 103 Montcalm Street.
The dinner and awards ceremony are an opportunity to recognize area businesses, organizations, committees, and volunteers, as well as the 2026 recipients of the “Business of the Year,” “Organization of the Year,” “Chamber Volunteer of the Year,” “Community Volunteer of the Year,” and several TACC Appreciation Awards.
Nominations for the 2026 Business of the Year, Organization of the Year, Chamber Volunteer of the Year, Community Volunteer of the Year, and TACC Appreciation Awards are now being accepted. Forms are available at the Chamber office at 94 Montcalm Street, Suite 1, Ticonderoga, online at www.ticonderogany.com, or can be submitted directly through the online nomination ballot, https://bit.ly/CADNominations2026. Nominations must be received by October 2nd, 2026.
“The Community Appreciation Dinner and Awards Ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and thank the businesses, organizations, committees, and individuals who give so much to our communities throughout the year. Their dedication, support, and spirit of volunteerism help make so many of our local events, initiatives, and projects possible. We are grateful to everyone who helps make this evening special, including our volunteers, the Knights of Columbus and Knights Banquet Hall & Catering for being our hosts, our generous sponsors, and our Board of Directors and Ambassadors for their continued support,” stated Erin Mullen, Member Services & Events Manager, Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce.
At the 2025 Community Appreciation Dinner and Awards Ceremony, the Business of the Year Award was presented to Geraws OK Septic Service, the Organization of the Year Award was presented to the Ticonderoga Alumni Association, the Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Kristin Frechette, and the Community Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Wendy Shaw.
TACC Appreciation Awards were presented to Bain’s Sunoco, Cindy Bodette, Lillie Valley Farm, Daniel Woods, The Alexander Family, Ticonderoga Golf Course and Seymour’s Restaurant, Starr Agnello, Nicole Teriele, Amie Vradenburg, Michelle Eicher, UVMH-ECH Ticonderoga Campus, and Hague Historical Society.
Special Recognition Awards were presented to Patrick Ida, CPA, Allison Kaupelis, Sally Rympkema, Charlie Harrington, and Mark Wright.
This event is made possible by the sponsorship of area businesses and organizations. If you are interested in being a sponsor of the 2026 Ticonderoga Area Community Appreciation Dinner & Awards Ceremony, please contact Erin Mullen at the TACC Office at 518-585-6619 or emullen@ticonderogany.com.
Guests will enjoy a complimentary buffet dinner prepared and served by the Knights Banquet Hall & Catering. A cash bar will also be available.
All Chamber Members, businesses, organizations, committees, and area volunteers are invited to attend. Space is limited for this event. RSVP is required by calling the Chamber office at 518-585-6619 or emailing emullen@ticonderogany.com. RSVP’s can also be done online via the TACC calendar of events at www.ticonderogany.com.
The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce – The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is a non-profit organization that serves, markets, and promotes the Ticonderoga area including, Ticonderoga, Crown Point, Hague, Moriah, and Putnam, NY. TACC’s vision is to be the leading advocate for business, serving as a driving force in the economic vitality of the greater Ticonderoga Area, uniting communities and maximizing resources. The mission of the TACC is to initiate and provide programs, services, and leadership which will enhance a cooperative business community and create a vibrant economy, making the Ticonderoga Area an exceptional place to live, work, and visit. The Ticonderoga Area in New York is located in the Adirondacks along Lake Champlain and Lake George. For more information on the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce or the Ticonderoga Area please visit www.ticonderogany.com, “like” the Chamber on facebook, “follow” TiconderogaADK on twitter, or TiconderogaNY on Instagram.