The Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber invites you to nominate your favorite Chamber member business/area attraction/location in each category to be “the best” of the Kennebunks! Voting takes place until Aug. 16. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s Drive to be the Best event to be held Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre in Arundel.
First- and second-place in these 33 categories will be awarded by popular vote. In addition, the Chamber will award its traditional top seven annual awards decided by committee in the following categories: Business of the Year Award, Volunteer of the Year Award, NonProfit Business Award, President’s Award, Municipal Award, Outstanding Achievement Award, and the Joel Stevens Community Spirit Award.
The new 33 categories are Best nightlife, Best breakfast spot, Best outdoor dining spot, Best cocktails, Best beer list, Best spa/hair salon, Best art gallery, Best cup of coffee, Best ice cream, Best lobster roll, Best bakery/baked goods, Best shop/gift shop, Best garage/auto services, Best bank, Best fitness club/yoga spot, Best landscaping service, Best real estate company, Best trails/walks, Best chowder, Best wedding venue, Best golf course, Best local publication, Best happy hour, Best place to watch a game, Best family activity, Best place to watch the Dock Square tree lighting, Best kids’ birthday spot, Best place to go for a first date, Best spot for a romantic getaway, Best spot for a family stay, Best local band/musician, Best place to watch the fireworks, and Best customer service.
One vote per person, per category. For a link to online voting, visit gokennebunks.com and click on the “DRIVE” icon.
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