HAMPTON -- Everyone looks forward to the start of the summer season. And it wouldn't be off to a proper start without the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours event in May at the Sea Ketch restaurant on Hampton Beach.

Owner Vince Raciti and Bob Jones of The Provident Bank recently showed off the extensive renovations at the popular seaside restaurant. A new deck has been added at the top, creating a fourth level of seating with the most spectacular unobstructed view imaginable.

The deck on the third level, which has long been "the place to be" for visitors and locals alike, now has an expanded canopy and will sport a new sea-themed mobile over the large bar. The second level has an outdoor deck off of the dining room, and both the third and fourth levels will offer seating in the sun for those who wish, with the added comfort and protection of the familiar glass windscreen walls for an unimpeded view of the beach.

The Provident Bank is proud to partner with the Sea Ketch in both the renovations and the Business After Hours event.