News & Events from the Lafayette Chamber
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Jay Lifson, Executive Director
251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150, Lafayette, CA
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, Friday 9am-1pm
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Join us for the Citizen of the Year Dinner in Honor of Don Tatzin, Lafayette's 2019 Citizen of the Year!
Friday, March 22, 6pm-9pm, Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa
Congratulations to Don Tatzin, the 2019 Citizen of the Year! A dinner is his honor will be held on March 22. Non-host bar will be available 6pm-7pm, dinner will start promptly at 7pm.
Purchase your tickets today!
About Don: Change is inevitable! But this is the song that remained the same for over 30 years. Don Tatzin, the MIT Graduate, CEO and consultant dipped his toes in serving his community. Starting with the Lafayette Parks and Recreation Commissions, onto the Planning Commission and then the City Council. Our 7 time Mayor has often been the “voice of reason” working through some difficult situations for Lafayette.
More importantly, he listened to everyone with an open mind and respect. There is a list a mile long that makes Don the perfect candidate for Citizen of the Year. He oversaw so many improvements to Lafayette including the Lafayette Library and Learning Center. Don can be proud of the city’s fiscal responsibility along with the knowledge that the people that are lucky enough to live in Lafayette, Love Lafayette. And what’s not to love.
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Google My Business Workshop - WAITLIST ONLY
Wednesday, March 13, 6pm-7:30pm, Lafayette Library and Learning Center, Homework Center
We are currently accepting registrations for our waitlist. To be placed on the waitlist or be informed of future workshops,
register here.
About the workshop: Prepare for 2019 business success with this step by step workshop about Google's most powerful local business tool! This workshop walks through how to claim and keep your free Google My Business listing optimized. You'll also learn easy steps for leveraging newer Google My Business features like Google My Business Posts and Q&A!
Your Google My Business listing is how you get on the Google Map, and the quickest way to improve your ranking on local Google searches. And... it's free!If your local business has a brick and mortar location and/or a defined local service area, don't miss this free Chamber workshop!
Our next Social Media Workshop is Instagram for Business on Wednesday, April 10.
Register here.
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2nd City Meeting focused on Supporting Local Businesses Set for Tuesday, March 19
Last Tuesday members of our City Council and City Staff met with about 20 members of our business community to discuss and develop a strategy to expand City support of local businesses and commerce and to increase the vibrancy of our downtown. The first objective was to identify the stakeholders and prioritize some of the “wants” and “needs” of our business owners, property managers and developers. The next meeting will focus on these three groups.
Council’s willingness to meet with the business community to better understand how to give assistance and support for economic success, while keeping our downtown relative to the changes taking place in the market.
Topics to tackle include:
• Parking
• Employee hiring and retention
• Pedestrian oriented downtown with art and music as part of its charm
• Solutions for the growing number of empty store fronts
• Zoning changes for a changing mix of businesses
Future meetings will speak to the other stakeholders including residents, schools & transportation to name a few. Meeting begins at 7:00pm and will be held in room 240 at the city offices at 3675 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
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Welcome to Our Newest Chamber Member!
We welcome the following new member to the Lafayette Chamber. We encourage you to visit their websites for more information.
2440 Camino Ramon, Suite 340, San Ramon, 800-769-7857
All Business Class is a luxury travel agency specializing in discounted business and first class international travel.
Category: Travel
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Ribbon Cutting at Baby Boot Camp Lamorinda
Friday, March 22, 10am, Lafayette Reservoir Visitor Center
Bring your kiddos and join us for a grand opening ribbon cutting, raffle and mommy-and-me fitness class! The first 20 attendees will receive swag bags with goodies from our local partners. Baby bumps encouraged to attend as well.
Register here.
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Tuesday Tech Talk: Employees Or Contractors- How to be in Compliance
Tuesday, March 26, 12noon-1pm, Lafayette Chamber Conference Room
Without much fanfare, California passed a new Independent Contractor designation in May of 2018. For most businesses who use independent Contractors, this means change. But understanding what seems to be scary new rules makes implementing the change much easier. Join fitness studio owner and business consultant Katie Santos to learn the process she uses to help clients make the change in their businesses.
Katie Santos is an avid and energetic multitasker, a serial entrepreneur who coaches business owners as an Evernote and Mindbody Certified Consultant. As an owner of
Absolute Center for 17 years and a former Chamber Vice President, she has seen lots of changes in the business world. Her zone of genius is listening to business owners and really digging down to the soul of what drives them. She loves sharing knowledge and expertise while playing an important role in driving business success.
Register here.
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Join the Lafayette Young Professionals at Wine Thieves!
Tuesday, March 26, 5:30pm-7pm, 3401 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Join the LYP for wine, appetizers, great company and the opportunity to socialize and network with fellow young professionals.
Wine Thieves has been serving the Bay Area with unique, high quality wines since 1999. $15 includes one glass of wine and appetizers.
Register here.
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March Mixer - Radiance Family Wellness
Wednesday, March 27, 5:30pm-7:00pm, 914 Dewing Avenue
About our host:
Radiance Family Wellness was founded by two woman that recognized the need to improve the current medical model. Our mission at RFW is to empower individuals and families to experience true wellness. We offer a traditional medical perspective complimented by a menu of the very best traditions and practitioners who work together to collaborate on your wellness needs.
Bring your business cards!
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Coffee with the Mayor
Friday, March 29, 8am-9am, Lafayette Chamber Conference Room
Join us for Coffee with the Mayor! Bring your discussion points for Mayor Cam Burks. Yes, coffee is served! We will meet at the Lafayette Chamber office, 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150. This event is free but
registration is requested.
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Chamber Weekly Email Blast Advertising Opportunities
The Chamber offers its members the opportunity to sponsor/advertise in the Chamber's weekly email blast. An Email Blast Sponsorship ad is your ad placed in the top quarter of the weekly email blast which is sent to over 1200 subscribers typically mid-day on a Monday with the exception of Monday holidays. Your ad must be submitted as a .jpg in horizontal layout or you can submit text and a graphic that will fit in the area designated for the sponsor ad. Submit your ad in .jpg OR the advertising text by the 20th of the month prior to the month you want to be the Email Blast Sponsor. We will link the ad to your website or any other designated URL. The cost is $100 per month and we provide at least 4 email blasts with your ad. April advertising is now available. Contact Holly Sonne at
holly@lafayettechamber.org or (925) 284-7404 with questions or to reserve!
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2019 Art and Wine Sponsorship Opportunities
Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22
Over 80,000 people stroll the downtown street festival throughout the weekend visiting our local retail business and award winning restaurants as well as 450+ booths of art, handmade crafts, food samplings, wine, beer, commercial vendors, non-profits … pausing to enjoy continuous live music and entertainment from our four stages.
The following businesses have signed on to be a part of our 2019 Lafayette Art and Wine Festival in the past week!
Welcome to the Festival Family … we appreciate your commitment.
We have participation levels for every size business. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the excitement!
See the opportunities here.
Contact
Sara Regan, Event Director for specifics and to secure your spot.
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Business Resources
Lamorinda Entrepreneurs Social Mixer at Casa Orinda
Wednesday, March 13, 6:30pm-8:30pm, Casa Orinda, 20 Bryant Way, Orinda
Lamorinda Entrepreneurs continues its 2019 programming with an opportunity to mix & mingle with local small business owners and entrepreneurs at charming and historic Casa Orinda. $10 admission includes appetizers prepared by Casa Orinda. No host bar.
Lamorinda Democratic Club Monthly Meeting - Coming Up For Air
Thursday, March 14, 7pm-9pm, Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Join Assembly Member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, James Leach of Sustainable Lafayette and a representative from the Bay Area Air Quality Control District for a panel discussion around our fight for clean air. In addition to the program, COMING UP FOR AIR, you will also hear from our own CA Assembly member, Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, as she updates us on what’s happening in Sacramento, and reports on her legislative agenda and progress.
https://ldclub.org
Seize the Morning! Rise and Lead with Sunrise Toastmasters!
Want to start your day by gaining valuable speaking and leadership skills? Toastmasters International is a worldwide organization offering a proven, low-cost way to improve your leadership and communication skills. By participating in our professional and supportive club, you'll become a better leader and communicator. You will gain confidence to lead and succeed through our educational programs. We provide a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are provided opportunities and empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth. All are Welcome and Guests are Free! Membership is less than $10 per month. Join us Thursday mornings from 7- 8:00 a.m. We are graciously hosted by the Atria Park Residences, 1545 Pleasant Hill Rd., Lafayette, CA 94549 in the 3rd Floor Meeting Room – Conveniently located at the intersection of Lafayette, Walnut Creek, and Pleasant Hill.
https://362.toastmastersclubs.org
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"Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests and the Future"
Tuesday, March 12, 7:30pm, Town Hall Theatre, School Street, Lafayette
"Wilder than Wild: Fire, Forests and the Future" is a one-hour documentary that reveals how fuel build-up and climate change have exposed Western wildlands to large, high intensity wildfires, while greenhouse gases released from these fires contribute to global warming. This vicious cycle jeopardizes our forests and affects us all with extreme weather and more wildfires, some of which are now entering highly populated wildland-urban areas. More info on this film.
Our film night will include a panel discussion featuring a representative from the Contra Costa Fire Protection District (Deputy Fire Chief Lewis Broschard), officials from the City of Lafayette (Mayor Cam Burks and Chamber of Commerce executive director Jay Lifson), and our Board Member James Leach, who will moderate and discuss air pollution impacts from wildfires.
Adults $10, Students/Seniors $7. To buy tickets, click here or call (925) 283-1557. Free refreshments!
Purchase tickets here.
Spring Fashion Show @ Luck
Sunday, March 17, 1pm-3pm, Locanda Positano Patio, 1005 Brown Ave
Please join us for this fun, free, and festive gathering & LUCK's Spring Preview Fashion Show at Locanda Positano this Sunday! Friends, family, ladies, gentlemen, children are all invited. Featuring local mother/daughter duos. Family and friends welcome. Light bits & champagne will be served. Please be sure to RSVP so we have an accurate number of guests.
www.bit.ly/luckspringfashionshow
Orinda Trivia Bee
Friday, March 22, doors open at 5pm, dinner at 6pm, The Bee starts at 7pm, Masonic Lodge in Orinda
Want to join in this year at the 2019 Orinda Trivia Bee?! We are so looking forward to it - you will have a blast! This event is brought to you by the Orinda Rotary Satellite Club and will benefit the Orinda Teacher of the Year event in a couple of months. Many teams will decorate their tables and/or dress up with a theme. Each team can have up to 6 players. The Lamorinda Wine Growers Association will present a cash wine bar. The Orinda Rotary Club will have a cash bar too. There will be a few cash raffles. If your team wins, you will get $500 for your designated non-profit.
Learn more here.
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Job Posting: Service Desk Associate, Formula3 Fitness
If you have a passion for customer service and are looking for an opportunity to learn about operations while working with top talent in the fitness industry, read on!
Formula3 is launching our flagship studio in Lafayette March 2019. We're looking for a team of excited service oriented individuals to ignite the growth of this brand. Contact Katie Mayers, Studio Manager, 925-961-5174,
katie@formula3fit.com.
Roughing It Day Camp is now hiring for Summer!
College age and older program or group counselors who want to help children ages 4-16 learn to thrive in outdoors all day all summer at Lafayette Reservoir.
Learn more and apply here. Open House for Roughing It Day Camp: Saturday, March 23, 10:00am – 1:00pm. Whole family is invited!
RSVP here.
Is money the measure of success?
That is the question that Mercer Putney Financial Advisors would like to pose to college-bound high school seniors. Answers must be submitted in a 300-500 word essay and received by Friday, May 10th, 2019. Two winners will be awarded a $1,000 college scholarship. (One entry per high school senior.) For more information and to download an application form, visit our website at www.mercerputney.net. Completed entries may be mailed, faxed or emailed to: Mercer Putney Financial Advisors, 1243 Alpine Road, Suite 219, Walnut Creek. Questions? Call (925) 932-4700 or email
Karla.McQuain@lpl.com.
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Happening at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Night at the Library - Saturday, June 1
Tickets on sale now - while they last! Purchase tickets or make your donation
here.
Master Gardeners: Container Gardening & Gardening in Small Spaces
Tuesday, March 12, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Arts & Science Discovery Center
This talk will inspire you to grow your own fruits and vegetables even with limited space! Learn how to build and prepare raised beds, conventional to unique containers for container gardening and espalier fruit trees. Space is limited,
register here.
Gold Coast Chamber Players present: W.A.M.! Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Saturday, March 16, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Don Tatzin Community Hall
The award-winning Gold Coast Chamber Players, fresh from another sold out concert, present WAM! (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart). These internationally renowned musicians have a lively concert format, fun for the novice and experienced listener alike. Come hear some of Mozart’s final masterpieces, including his clarinet quintet.
Empower Women: Tell Your Story
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 · 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM, Located at the Homework Center
Aspiring memoirists, novelists, and scribblers take note! Writing coach and author B. Lynn Goodwin leads this interactive talk on how to share your unique story with the world. Celebrate Women’s History Month by taking your place in the rich heritage of women writers. For more information and
to register click here.
2019 is the 10th Anniversary year for the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Sign up for the weekly enewsletter
AdLib to learn about upcoming programs and events at the Library. Recognized as a model for 21st Century libraries, the Lafayette Library is the heart and central gathering place for the community offering a rich menu of 1,000 programs a year for the lifelong learner in all of us.
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Ribbon Cutting at
St. Perpetua's new Social Center on Thursday, March 7!
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