✨🍽️ What a Night! 🍽️✨

This year's dinner was an incredible success, and we are so grateful to everyone who joined us for such a special evening. From the conversations and shared celebration to sharing a delicious meal with everyone who love this city as much as we do, it was truly a night to remember.

A heartfelt thank-you to all of our guests for showing up, supporting one another, and helping create such an inviting and celebratory atmosphere. Your presence is what made the evening so meaningful.

We’d also like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who helped bring the event to life, from the dedicated team at the Peabody Essex Museum and Gourmet Caterers and board members to our generous sponsors and partners. Your time, effort, and support do not go unnoticed.

Congratulations to all of our award winners! It was an honor to celebrate your achievements and the impact you’ve made in our community.

• ​2025 Excellence in Retail Award - Winer Bros. Paint and Hardware
• 2025 Community Service Award - Salem Cat Aid
• 2025 Best New Business Award - Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe
• 2025 Long-Term Achievement Award - Cinema Salem 
• 2025 Excellence in Hospitality - Laura Potter, Flying Saucer Pizza Company 
• 2025 Businessperson of the Year Award (Large) - Dakota Russell, The House of the Seven Gables
• 2025 Businessperson of the Year Award (Small) - Kieran O'Neill, Olde Main Street Pub
   

Events like this are a reminder of how strong and connected our community truly is. Thank you again to everyone who attended and contributed to such a successful and memorable night.

We'll see you next year on Wednesday, April 28, 2027!