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
Closed Monday, May 27, Memorial Day
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LAST CALL FOR EARLY BIRD TICKETS
for Taste of Lafayette - Lafayette's Favorite Dinner Party!
Tuesday, May 14, 5:30pm-8:00pm, Downtown Lafayette
The Taste of Lafayette stroll begins when ticket holders head out at their own pace to stop at any or all of the participating restaurants for sampling. This year, the will-call, appetizers, bar and dessert will be located at
JPG@TheBank, 3525 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Evening includes music throughout the stroll and a raffle supporting the
Lafayette Community Foundation.
Participating Restaurants/Businesses
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*Tastes will be served in downtown Lafayette
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Tuesday Talk: What a Digital Home Record Is and Why Your Clients Need One
TOMORROW
- Tuesday, April 30, 12noon-1pm, Lafayette Chamber Office
Are you a realtor, builder, insurer, home manager or professional organizer? Wouldn't it be helpful if your client's homes had an online inventory of all home finishes, fixtures, appliances and contents? We think so! Let us show you how modern information technology can help you and your clients manage essential home ownership information with a digital home record.
Kent Godfrey, Lafayette resident and tech entrepreneur, has created a cloud-based software service and app to track the many aspects of homes and home management.
Jules, by HomeIQ, is a secure online service with a database of over 300 item types which can be stored, shared and accessed on the go. Easy to use, so come see this demo and learn more!
This event is free but registration is requested due to limited seating.
Register here.
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Webinar: Learn Networking Meeting Millionaire's Secrets
Wednesday, May 1, 12noon-1pm, Webinar
Did you join the Chamber for the benefit of networking at meetings and mixers? How would like to learn professional networking keys to success from nationally recognized Networking Meeting Millionaires?
If you want a FAST, FREE, and FUN way to grow your client base, fill your sales funnel, and expand your bank account, you'll want to be on this live event. It will be interactive with a ton of powerful information and lots of opportunities for you to ask your specific questions and get answers, LIVE from Mike Hayes.
Learn more and RSVP here.
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Ribbon Cutting at Myara
Thursday, May 2, 5:30pm, 3569-C Mt. Diablo Blvd
Join us in welcoming
Myara to downtown Lafayette! Myara is a children’s boutique, designing their own clothes. Head designer, Sunny, designed for top brands and always wanted to create a boutique where family members could come, sit, have coffee, connect, and start a fresh chapter of their child’s lives with a piece that speaks to them.
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Lafayette Social
Launch Party & Lafayette Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Sunday, May 5, 2pm-5pm, Bank of the West, 3583 Mt Diablo Blvd
Lafayette Social
launches in May and we’re celebrating!
All Lafayette residents are invited to stop by to learn more about our new community magazine and to celebrate our wonderful community. All ages are invited!
We’ll also have the honor to learn more about Step Ahead – a nonprofit that transforms the lives of children with autism and their families through running, founded by Lafayette resident, Annie Marggraff. Questions? Contact Christine Raymond at
LafayetteSocial@n2pub.com.
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Welcome to Our Newest Chamber Members!
We welcome the following new members to the Lafayette Chamber. We encourage you to visit their websites for more information.
1357 S Main St., Walnut Creek; 925-324-7716
Fun. Intentional. Fitness. Cardio/Kickboxing, Strength training, class-based 60 Minute workout with customized music! Free underground parking directly under the club! We offer unlimited monthly Memberships, no contracts/fees!!
Category: Fitness / Health Clubs
936 Dewing Ave, Suite B, Lafayette; 925-310-5317
Pelvis Wellness is a holistic center for sexual and reproductive health. Carine Camara is the founder of the Pelvis Wellness Method, an innovative system that brings the triology of acupuncture, abdominal therapy and energy healing together in transformative sessions.
Categories: Health Care / Wellness & Acupuncture / Acupressure
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Ribbon Cutting at RAEnbow Lash and Beauty
Thursday, May 9, 5:30pm, Sanctuaire Spa, 3589 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
RAEnbow Lash and Beauty specializes in eyelash extensions, spray tanning and facials. Other beauty services as well! Join us for a ribbon cutting during Sanctuaire Spa's MedSpa Launch on Thursday, May 9, 4pm-8pm.
View flyer.
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Ribbon Cutting at the New Luck Location
Thursday, May 16, 10am, 3573 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Please join
Luck's owner, Moraga native and Lafayette resident, Lorin Platto to celebrate the opening of Luck's new and larger location in the Lafayette Clocktower at 3573 Mt. Diablo Blvd. on Thursday, May 16 at 10am. Luck first opened in Lafayette in December, 2018 and is now expanding to offer even more fun and colorful womens and childrens clothing and accessories. Light bites and treats will be served and free Luck t-shirts will be given out to everyone at the ribbon cutting!
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New Member Reception
Thursday, May 16, Networking: 5:30-6pm, Program: 6-7pm, Bank of the West, 3583 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
You are cordially invited to attend the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce New Member Reception! Meet Chamber Staff, Board and Ambassadors and learn how the Chamber works for you! Hosted bar and complimentary appetizers. Please
RSVP by Friday, May 10.
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Tuesday Talk: How to Get your Business on Google's First Page in Lafayette
Tuesday, May 21, 12noon-1, Lafayette Chamber Conference Room
Tips shared by Zee Azizi, Founder of Webfume Technologies (Marketing and Web Development company) and Ace Auto Care in Lafayette
Aside from Ace Auto Care, Ace Auto Dealers, Ace Auto Details and Azeze Jewelry, Zee also established Webfume Technologies LLC, a Digital Marketing and Web Development company which has helped local businesses improve their online presence.
On this talk, you'll learn what he has done to get clients within his area by optimizing his business' online presence. The following is what you will understand:
- Understanding how Search Engine Optimization works;
- How Google crawlers work and what they look for on your website;
- The importance of keywords;
- Google Maps optimization;
- Types and importance of installing tracking cookies on your site for retargeting purposes; and more.
Zee has proven and tested these processes because he believes that these are important for a business owner to know for them to have a significant online presence to generate potential clients.
This event is free but registration is requested due to limited seating.
Register here.
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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.
Check out the full list of committed partners for this year
here.
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Lafayette Professionals Group: Changes
Wednesday, May 1, 5:30pm, Mechanics Bank, 3640 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
One thing is certain … CHANGE! Change is always happening; but now with
more velocity than ever. We invite you to learn about changes in the law,
fraud protection and the local and national economy at a presentation
hosted by Mechanics Bank and Lafayette Professionals Group. Join us at Mechanics Bank, 3640 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette for light refreshments at 5:30 PM and a one hour presentation beginning at 6:00 PM. There will be an opportunity to network before and after the presentation. Due to Bank hours, please arrive after 5:30 PM.
Reserve your company's exclusive booth at Bay Area KidFest booth
We're inviting your company to REGISTER TODAY as a vendor at the 30th annual Bay Area KidFest on the Memorial Day Weekend in Concord on May 25-27. At this exciting outdoor festival our vendors are interspersed with free art, crafts and sports activities that ensure the 20,000+ family attendees are exposed to your booth in the center of the KidFest grounds. We only allow one representative from each multi-level marketing company so don't miss out and sign up today!
Registration information.
The Art of Leadership: Creative Ways to Fuel Growth
Wed, May 22, 6:30pm-9:30pm, JPG@TheBank, 3525 Mount Diablo Boulevard
The Art of Leadership will illuminate unusual, inventive methods to foster organizational growth. This is not about best practices; it's about special practices. Tickets are $25 apiece. Seating is limited. Tickets will be sold at the door depending on availability. For tickets and more information, visit
artofleadershipnight.eventbrite.com.
Arts Affair, Lamorinda Arts Council
Wednesday, May 29, 5pm-8pm, Orinda Library Auditorium
Showcasing the programs the Lamorinda Arts Council brings to our community! This year the Arts Affair is a fundraiser to continue and enhance the incredible programs this organization produces. The Arts Affair gives local businesses an opportunity to get their name out to our community in support of all the Lamorinda Arts Council does for all of Lamorinda. We welcome the attendance and engagement in our community. We are developing a raffle, and local businesses can contribute something to the prize list.
Standard Ticket: $25, includes one entry and one raffle ticket; Patron Ticket: $100, includes one entry, two raffle tickets, and inclusion in our program (when purchased prior to May 24th); Corporate Sponsorship: $250, includes 2 entries, 2 raffle tickets, and logo placement in written materials prior to print deadlines. For more information contact Michelle Hoffmann,
mishhoffmann@gmail.com.
Purchase tickets here.
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Open House - Roughing It Day Camp
Saturday, May 4, 10:30am-1:30pm, Lafayette Reservoir
Come visit camp to learn more about our summer camp programs. Take a tour of our site at the Lafayette Reservoir. Meet our directors and staff. Kids can try some camp activities including fishing, crafts, sports, and nature games. Children and family members of all ages are welcome. Located at the Lafayette Reservoir. Visit
www.roughingit.com for more information and to RSVP.
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Community Announcements
Mercer Putney Scholarship for High School Seniors
Mercer Putney is once again offering two $1000 scholarships to college bound high school seniors in Contra Costa County. Each applicant must answer the question "Is Money the Measure of Success" in 300-500 words. Deadline is May 10, 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.
Who Will You Nominate? Sustainability Award Nominations Open!
Sustainable Contra Costa is proud to honor the leaders and activists whose good work is making Contra Costa communities healthy, beautiful, clean, and resilient. Awards are presented to individuals, nonprofits, government programs, schools, and businesses.
Learn more and submit your nomination(s) here.
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Photo from Coffee with Mayor Mike Anderson on Friday, April 26.
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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.
Craft: Planetary Mobile for Children’s Area
Tuesday, May 7, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Arts & Science Discovery Center
Participants will create a medallion with crayon and wax paper that will become part our new art installation in the Children’s Area. Patrons will enjoy your work for years to come!
ComicFest 2019
Wednesday, May 8, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon full of Comic Book / Graphic Novel fun! Take part in a scavenger hunt, Superhero themed crafts, Green Screen photo booth (come in costume), retro video games & Oculus Rift Virtual Reality station and much, much more! Featuring: Free Comic Books! What? Yes!! FREE Comics (while they last) – Maximum 4 per person.
Click here for more information and to register.
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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