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SUMMARY:2026 Tabletop Vendors Show
DESCRIPTION:2026 Tabletop Vendors Show & Trivia Game Night Sponsored by\n\nOn March 24th join us for the NESMA Tabletop Tradeshow & Trivia Game Night @Clocktown Brewing Co. in Thomaston\, CT\nNESMA invites you to an evening of networking\, fun\, and friendly competition at the NESMA Tabletop Tradeshow & Trivia Game Night at Clocktown Brewing Co. in Thomaston\, CT! \nStart by connecting with industry peers at our tabletop tradeshow\, reserve a vendor table to showcase your company\, or become an event sponsor and help support NESMA scholarship funds. It’s a great way to gain visibility while giving back. \nAfter the tradeshow\, stick around for a high-energy Trivia Game Night where you can test your knowledge\, compete with friends\, and enjoy a relaxed\, social atmosphere. \nWhile you’re there\, treat yourself to delicious wood-fired pizza\, along with exceptional craft beer and drinks brewed on site. \nWhether you’re exhibiting\, sponsoring\, or just coming to attend and have a great time\, this is an event you won’t want to miss! \nRESERVE VENDOR TABLE\n\nBUY ATTENDEE TICKETS\n\nAvailable sponsors:\nPizza Sponsor: Your company logo displayed on all attendees tables – $500\nRaffle Sponsor: Your company logo displayed on the raffle table and announcement during raffle ceremony – $350 \nBECOME A SPONSOR
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/2026-tabletop-vendors-show/
LOCATION:Clock Town Brewing Company\, 135 S Main St # 3\, Thomaston\, CT\, 06787
CATEGORIES:NESMA EVENTS
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SUMMARY:5th CT Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Connecticut Manufacturing & Technology Career Fair—Connecticut’s premier manufacturing and technology career event\, connecting students\, jobseekers\, and employers from across the state. \n‍Who Should Attend\nEmployers\nMeet motivated\, well-prepared candidates for full-time\, internship\, and apprenticeship roles. Strengthen your talent pipeline and help keep Connecticut’s skilled workforce in-state. \nCollege Students & Recent Graduates\nConnect with leading Connecticut manufacturing and technology employers. Last year\, more than 70 companies participated\, including Legrand\, ebm-papst\, The Lee Company\, Triumph\, TRUMPF\, Pursuit Aerospace\, and General Dynamics Electric Boat. \nTransportation provided: Buses will run to and from many college campuses statewide. \nHigh School Students & Families\nExplore high-paying\, in-demand careers in manufacturing\, engineering\, and technology. No registration required. \nJob Seekers\nMeet multiple employers in one place and grow your professional network. \n‍Event Details\nLocation: Quinnipiac University\, M&T Bank Arena\n305 Sherman Ave\, Hamden\, CT \nCost: Free for all employers and attendees. \nSponsored by: Connecticut’s Manufacturing Internship Program\, powered by CCAT\, with funding from the Department of Economic and Community Development. \nQuestions? Email CTMETFair@quinnipiac.edu \n‍Register\nEmployers: Register here\nCollege Students: Register here
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/5th-ct-manufacturing-engineering-technology-career-fair/
LOCATION:Quinnipiac University M&T Bank Arena\, 305 Sherman Avenue\, Hamden\, CT\, 06518
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T080000
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SUMMARY:Manufacturer Connection Fair @CT State Capitol Lobby
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturer Connection Fair and Collega Career/Internship Fair @Connecticut State Capitol Lobby on April 23.\nCLICK HERE to register.
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/manufacturer-connection-fair/
LOCATION:CT Sate Capitol Building\, 210 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T123000
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SUMMARY:Quinnipiac 10th Anniversary of the School of Computing & Engineering
DESCRIPTION:We hope you’ll join us for our annual Projects Day where we celebrate the hard work of our graduating seniors and their capstone projects & papers. \nThe Projects Day poster presentations will take place from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday\, May 6 in the CCE Building on the QU Mount Carmel Campus; it is a drop-in event where you can attend at your own pace within that timeframe. \nPlease join the Opening Reception with friends and project sponsors for light refreshments and brief remarks starting at 12:30 PM. \nRSVP to merisa.suljic@quinnipiac.edu or by clicking the button below\, and be sure to let us know if you plan on attending the opening reception at 12:30 PM\, or if you plan to simply visit Projects Day at some point between 1:00-3:00 PM. Want to preview the projects? Visit qu.edu/projectsday
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/quinnipiac-10th-anniversary-of-the-school-of-computing-engineering/
LOCATION:Quinnipiac – School of Computing & Engineering\, 275 Mt Carmel Avenue\, Hamden\, CT
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:6th Yard Goats Game Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 6th Annual Yard Goats Game Night Out!\nThe 6th Yard Goats Game Night Out is back on May 12 at Dunkin’ Park—and we can’t wait to see you there!\nGet ready for an exciting evening filled with baseball\, great conversations\, and a strong sense of community. It’s the perfect mix of fun and connection in the heart of Hartford!\nWe’ll all gather on the reserved Yuengling Party Deck\, where food and drinks will be served and best of all\, they’re included with your ticket!\nAnd here’s the highlight…everyone who joins gets the unforgettable opportunity to step onto the field and help hold the giant American flag during the national anthem!\nWe truly hope you’ll join us for this special night at the ballpark! \nTickets are just $35 per person\, grab yours and be part of the excitement!\nPlease consider becoming a sponsor and support NESMA’s scholarship program!\nGET TICKETS!\n\nThank you to all the sponsors for your continuing support!\n \nAvailable Sponsorships:\nGolden Glove Sponsor ($1\,500)\nIncludes: \n\n4 tickets to the ball game\nThrowing of the first pitch of the game\nVideo interview to be posted on NESMA social media and website gallery\nCompany logo recognition on Party Deck tables\nCompany logo displayed on the NESMA homepage and newsletter\nPossibility to display promotional items and materials on communal table\n\nSilver Slugger Sponsor ($1\,000)\nIncludes: \n\n2 tickets to the ball game\nCompany logo recognition on Party Deck tables\nCompany logo displayed on the NESMA homepage and newsletter\nPossibility to display promotional items and materials on communal table\n\nBronze Bat Sponsor ($750)\nIncludes: \n\n1 ticket to the ball game\nCompany logo recognition on Party Deck tables\nCompany logo displayed on the NESMA homepage and newsletter\nPossibility to display promotional items and materials on communal table\n\nCurveball Sponsor ($250)\nIncludes: \n\nSponsor recognition on Party Deck\nCompany logo displayed on the event page of the NESMA website\n\n 
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/6th-yard-goats-game-night-out/
LOCATION:Dunkin’ Park\, 1214 Main St\, Hartford\, CT 06103
CATEGORIES:NESMA EVENTS
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SUMMARY:HK Metalcraft Plant Tour and 100th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:PMA Mid-Atlantic invites you to attend a plant tour and 100-year anniversary celebration at HK Metalcraft on May 19. Join us as we celebrate 100 years of business with a prominent local family-owned manufacturer! \nLOCATION\nHK Metalcraft\, 35 Industrial Road – Lodi\, New Jersey 07644 \nAGENDA\n10:00 a.m. – Registration\nPlant Tour\nLunch & Presentation\n1:30 p.m. – Adjourn \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nPMA Member: $55\nNonmember: $85 \nPlease contact Cori Schubert at cschubert@eaglemetals.com if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/hk-metalcraft-plant-tour-and-100th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:HK Metalcraft\, 35 Industrial Road\, Lodi\, New Jersey\, 07644
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:OSHA for Mechanical Presses - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:The OSHA for Mechanical Power Presses webinar series will address the history of OSHA’s development\, what is needed to meet or exceed your obligation to safeguard your machines\, and how to add value without compromising worker safety. \nThis webinar will illustrate various compliance methods. We’ll review different styles of machines and their specific regulatory and standards requirements related to control reliability and safety devices\, as well as explain the range of control systems and safeguarding options available. \nWhat are you doing in your shop? Are you complying with OSHA and ANSI? \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS HERE \nTopics Covered \n\nMeeting your safety-compliance obligations without cutting into your bottom line\nCompliance methods relative to initial cost\, effects on productivity and safety (plus and minus)\nOSHA compliance and how best practices can increase press-system productivity\nExamples with accompanying documents and illustrations\nPress Types\n\nGap\, straightside\nPart-revolution\, full-revolution\nDrive types\n\n\nControl Reliability\, Controls and Safety\n\nLight curtains\nGates\nGuards\n\n\nMaintenance\n\nCounterbalance\nLOTO\nClutch and brake
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/osha-for-mechanical-presses-part-1/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T080000
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SUMMARY:OSHA for Mechanical Presses – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:The OSHA for Mechanical Power Presses webinar series will address the history of OSHA’s development\, what is needed to meet or exceed your obligation to safeguard your machines\, and how to add value without compromising worker safety. \nThis webinar will illustrate various compliance methods. We’ll review different styles of machines and their specific regulatory and standards requirements related to control reliability and safety devices\, as well as explain the range of control systems and safeguarding options available. \nWhat are you doing in your shop? Are you complying with OSHA and ANSI? \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS HERE \nTopics Covered \n\nMeeting your safety-compliance obligations without cutting into your bottom line\nCompliance methods relative to initial cost\, effects on productivity and safety (plus and minus)\nOSHA compliance and how best practices can increase press-system productivity\nExamples with accompanying documents and illustrations\nPress Types\n\nGap\, straightside\nPart-revolution\, full-revolution\nDrive types\n\n\nControl Reliability\, Controls and Safety\n\nLight curtains\nGates\nGuards\n\n\nMaintenance\n\nCounterbalance\nLOTO\nClutch and brake
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/osha-for-mechanical-presses-part-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T160000
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SUMMARY:The Hartford Job Fair at MarkerspaceCT
DESCRIPTION:ARE YOU READY FOR A CAREER?\nManufacturers are looking for bright\, curious\, creative people that want to dive into specialized work that requires unique skill sets. \nThe event is free to all job seekers – those who are unemployed\, underemployed\, or seeking new career opportunities. \nStudents\, recent graduates\, early career professionals and adults looking for a career change. \nJUST A FEW OF THE JOBS THAT ARE OUT THERE: \n\nComputer Aided Design\n3D printing operations\nPrint Reading\nMetrology for machining\nShop safety & operations\nMaterial handling\nMachine operators\nEnvironmental planning\nSurface finishing and preparation\nElectro-plating & surface coating\nWoodworking / Metalworking\nElectrical repair & experience\nAir & Compressor assembly\nWarehouse operations\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/the-hartford-job-fair-at-markerspacect/
LOCATION:MakerspaceCT\, 36 Talcott Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T090000
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SUMMARY:2026 NESMA Annual Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US FOR THE NESMA ANNUAL GOLF OUTING!\nAugust 31st @Farmington Country Club\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\nRegistrations are now open for the highly anticipated 2026 NESMA Annual Golf Outing on August 31st at the beautiful Farmington Country Club. \nJoin fellow industry professionals for one of the premier networking events in the spring and metalstamping industry\, featuring a full day on the course\, great food\, business connections\, and camaraderie. Take advantage of the “Early Birds” registration fee and the sponsorship opportunities available. \nAVAILABLE SPONSORSHIPS:\n\nGrand Sponsor: $3\,000 (1 available) – 1 Foursome\, tee sign\, golf flag\, banner at registration & ability to speak at dinner\, newsletter mention\, signage at 18th\nGold Sponsor: $2\,500 – 1 Foursome\, golf flag & tee sign\nSilver Sponsor: $1\,500 – 2 players in tournament\, golf flag & tee sign\nGift Sponsor: $1\,500 – Recognition on signage and your logo on golfers gifts\nOn Course Drink Sponsor – $900 : Signage on beverage cart and two additional drink locations on the course\nDinner Sponsor – $750: Signage on podium and special recognition at dinner\nGolf Ball Launcher Sponsor – $700 – Signage at the ball launcher hold\, recognition at time of prize award\nPutting Contest Sponsor: $500: Signage at putting contest location and announcement at time of prize award\nLunch Sponsor: $500 – Signage at lunch locations on the course\nRaffle Sponsor: $400 – Signage on raffle prizes and recognition at dinner time\nSnacks/H2O Sponsor: $350 – Signage at on course coolers locations
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/2026-nesma-annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Farmington Country Club\, 806 Farmington Ave\, Farmington\, CT\, 06032
CATEGORIES:NESMA EVENTS
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SUMMARY:2026 Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join Connecticut manufacturers and educators at the 2026 Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Forum. Explore cutting-edge technologies\, workforce solutions\, and strategies shaping the future of manufacturing. Walk away with practical insights you can apply immediately. \nPresented by the Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Fund (MIF)\, with programming curated by the 2026 planning committee: Connecticut Office of Manufacturing\, American Manufacturing Hall of Fame\, Connecticut Center for Advanced technology\, CONNSTEP\, ReadyCT and U.S. Small Business Administration. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.nesma-usa.com/event/2026-connecticut-manufacturing-innovation-forum/
LOCATION:Connecticut Convention Center\, 100 Columbus Boulevard\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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