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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Trick or Treat Street was another big success! We believe we had the best turnout yet.
Thank you to the
Lafayette Police and
Lamorinda CERT for helping with traffic control and pedestrian crossings. Thanks to our
Chamber Ambassadors: Anne Birdsong, Robin Brumell and Reid Edwards who distributed balloons generously donated by
Safeway. Thank you to all
70 Participating Merchants for handing out candy and making the afternoon so special for our trick or treaters!
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Show us YOUR Halloween Spirit!
You've decorated, now let us promote you! Send a photo to
Holly or post directly to the Chamber's
Facebook page!
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Tuesday Talk: Six Key Ways to Help Your Group Thrive!
Tuesday, November 6, 12-1:00, Lafayette Chamber Office
Want to know how to manage common problems in groups or learn the best tips for encouraging members to increase their work-related or emotional ROI? No matter what kind of group you are leading, from quitting smoking to getting over divorce or from workplace teams to book clubs, people who support each other are often more effective at problem solving and mutual aid than individuals working in isolation. You will learn techniques for strengthening the group you work with as well as different types of groups, leadership styles, roles and group agreements. Our guest speaker is
Ann Steiner, Ph.D., MFT, Certified Group Psychotherapist, Fellow, American Group Psychotherapy Association, FAGPA, Psychotherapist/ Consultant / Professional Speaker - Author: Just released Help
Your Group Thrive: A Workbook and Planning Guide, Routledge Books. Free but registration is requested, due to limited space.
Register here.
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Mixer at Lafayette Police Station
Wednesday, November 7, 5:30pm-7:00pm, 3471 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Join us for a Special Mixer at the
Lafayette Police Station, 3471 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette on Wednesday, November 7 from 5:30pm-7:00pm. If you missed the Open House earlier this year, now is your chance to take a tour!
Learn more here.
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Social Media Workshop Series: How to Create Engaging Visuals for Social Media Using Free Tools
Wednesday, November 14, 6pm-7:30pm, Library Homework Center
Step by step! Free tools and tips for creating engaging visuals to share on social media, in emails and on your website/blog. Speaker: Robin S Fox, Digital Strategist. This event is free but
registration is requested.
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40th Annual Community Thanksgiving Breakfast
Friday, November 16, 7am-8:30am, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Lafayette
We invite everyone - politicos, non-profits, school representatives, business leaders, community leaders, Rotarians, our Chamber members, etc. to all come together to share in a breakfast and enjoy our speaker, Donna Wright Sommerville, co-founder of
Grateful Gatherings.
Grateful Gatherings began in 2013 when Donna and her family saw a 10-year-old named Ayisha on the local news talking about being homeless during the holidays. Donna connected with the family and delivered Christmas dinner and presents. A few months later, Ayisha’s family was placed in a new apartment but had nothing to furnish their new home… nothing! Donna emailed 20 friends; within four days, Ayisha’s family had enough furniture and household items to set up their new home and new life.
Donna, our keynote speaker will present "Furnishing Homes with Hope". Event starts at 7am and ends by 8:30am. Pastor Dan Senter from Our Savior’s Lutheran Church will provide the Invocation and Rev. Robin Wells from the Lafayette United Methodist Church will do the Benediction at the end of the breakfast.
Register here.
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Holiday Stroll and Shop
Friday, December 7, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Downtown Lafayette
We are excited to announce that we have extended our annual “It’s a Wonderful Life” Holiday event on Friday, December 7 by including a stroll down Mt. Diablo Blvd. from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Start your Holiday shopping by visiting our local businesses and take advantage of their special pricing.
If you are a local business or restaurant and would like to participate in this event, please contact Barbara Gilmore at
barbara@lafayettechamber.org and we will put you on the map that will be distributed at the “It’s a Wonderful Life” Holiday event as well as being listed on our website.
Sign up early for the most promotion!
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Save the Date for these Upcoming Chamber Events
Mixer at Lafayette Physical Therapy
“It’s a Wonderful Life in Lafayette” Holiday Celebration
Join us for this free, fun, family-friendly celebration – tree lighting, live music, community sing-a-long, kid's crafts, photo ops and more! Friday, December 7, 4pm-6:30pm. Santa parades along Golden Gate Way arriving at Lafayette Plaza Park at 4:30 p.m. Presented by the Lafayette Chamber. Sponsored by The Dana Green Team and Branagh Development.
www.LafayetteChamber.org/Holiday
Ribbon Cutting/Open House at sewnow! fashion studio
sewnow! is excited to announce they have re-located to a fabulous new light filled studio at 3455 Golden Gate Way just a block and a half from our former space. Come see their new set-up and all of the creativity that is brewing here. Please join us on December 6th from 5:30 - 7:30 to celebrate our new location and their 12th anniversary in business in Lafayette.
Learn more here.
Holiday Mixer at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Join us for our December Mixer at
Lafayette Library and Learning Center, 3491 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, on Wednesday, December 12 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Bring a canned food donation of three cans and admission is free! Chamber members, $10, non chamber members $20. Cash only at the door please. Bring your business cards!
Learn more here.
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Office/Studio for Rent 3455 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette
Approximately 800 Square feet, available immediately, move-in ready. Perfect for: co-working office business, yoga studio, start up biz, local services/insurance/tutoring, etc. More Info/viewing appointments call: 925-285-9533 or email:
susan@sewnow.com.
View flyer.
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Massage Therapist Space Available
Build your own massage therapy practice in the highly sought-after market of Lafayette and surrounding areas of Walnut Creek, Moraga, and Orinda. Brand new, remodeled chiropractic clinic with shared treatment space available. Currently occupied by two chiropractors looking to build an in-house referral network to offer complimentary care & services to our patients. Open to all healing / bodywork / therapy practitioners. Please call 925-385-8353 for more information.
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Member News, Events & Announcements
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LLLCF Board of Trustees Opportunities
The Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation is once again looking for applicants to fill openings on its Board of Trustees for two year terms. Applications are available at
http://www.lllcf.org/volunteer-opportunities. Please visit the
website for information on the duties and responsibilities of a board of trustee member. Applications are being accepted now through October 2018. Interviews will occur thereafter. Please return the application to: LLLCF 3491 Mt. Diablo, Suite 214, Lafayette, 94549. For additional information call (925) 283-6513, ext 104.
Spooky Halloween Deals from Round Table Pizza!
We're providing a few specials to our local businesses for your Halloween catering needs. Don't forget that we also provide hot, fresh delivery right to your door! Order online at
www.RoundTablePizza.com or call the store directly.
Lafayette Professionals Group
Monday, November 5, 5:30pm, one hour presentation beginning at 6pm, Mechanics Bank, 3640 Mt. Diablo Blvd
Are you concerned about the national and local economy and the changes that may be happening soon? If so, please join the Lafayette Professionals Group for a valuable presentation: National & Local Economic Changes. We will have two speakers speaking on the national economic changes and local Lafayette news and economic changes.
- David Wissinger, SVP, Senior Investment Manager at Mechanics Bank, will discuss national economic changes.
- Jay Lifson, Executive Director at Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, will talk about local economic changes.
There will be light refreshments, riveting presentations, and an opportunity for networking. Due to Bank hours, please do not arrive before 5:30 PM. RSVP:
nturtle@ramseylawgroup.com
Diablo Ballet Special Ticket Offer for Forma Gym Members
Swing into the holidays with Diablo Ballet and this special ticket offer for their hit holiday show A Swingin' Holiday & More, November 9 - 11 at Del Valle Theatre. Adult tickets are $35 each for Forma Gym members! To purchase tickets, call Diablo Ballet at (925) 943-1775 ext. 2 and give code "FORMA". This offer is not available online or for in-person purchases. Offer valid until these special tickets sell out. For performance info,
click here.
Veteran Entrepreneurs - Small Business Boot Camp
Saturday, November 10, 2018, 10am-2pm; Lunch included, Diablo Valley College Pleasant Hill campus, 321 Golf Club Rd. Diablo Room
Whether you have already launched your own business or if you have an idea for a business but aren’t sure what to do next, the Small Business Boot Camp will give you the tools and know-how you need to jump-start and grow your venture. If you are a veteran starting a new business or interested in growing your existing business, you'll want to attend this dynamic event hosted by Diablo Valley College and the Sentinels of Freedom. This free event is specifically for veteran entrepreneurs, but spouses and/or business partners are welcome to attend as well. Register today to save your spot. Registering in advance also helps align our speakers to your desired business area.
Learn more here.
Mt Diablo Business Women Monthly Meeting “7 Steps to Wealth”
Wednesday, November 14, 11:30am-1pm, Massimo’s Ristorante - 1604 Locust Street, Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek city parking lot located immediately across the street.
Keynote Presentation: “7 Steps to Wealth” by Hilary Hendershott, owner of Hendershott Wealth Management and nationally-known personal finance expert. MDBW members $29, visitors/guests $35. Participants must register in advance at
www.mtdiablobusinesswomen.org. Optional $1 raffle tickets (onsite, cash only) benefit the Bay Area Crisis Nursery.
The Food Business~Devising, Developing, and Delivering
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Orinda Country Club
Lamorinda Entrepreneurs’ next Panel will feature a fascinating discussion on starting, growing and running various food businesses in a variety of formats. The panel will include local food entrepreneurs: Kendall Glynn, COO, Square Baby; Linda Hofmeister Co-Owner Hofssi Chocolates; “Chef Charlie” Charles Vollmar Owner, Epicurean Exchange. Our Moderator will be: Lauren Herpich, Owner, Local Food Adventures. No matter what your business is, you’ll find valuable takeaways as you learn about the challenges, opportunities, and strategies in the food space. $10 Tickets
available here. No host bar. Please note Orinda Country Club dress code: collared shirts for men and no denims. Learn more about Lamorinda Entrepreneurs
here.
2018-19 Golden State Warriors Yearbook Opportunity
2018-19 Golden State Warriors Yearbook is the official souvenir publication that will be available at the Oracle Arena for Warriors home games. Since the team is coming off winning the NBA Championship, the 2018-19 Yearbook will be a huge collector's item and in high demand. Click
this link to review the 2017-18 Golden State Warriors Yearbook.
The Warriors Yearbook is an extremely cost-effective way to align your business with the team and reach hundred of thousands of affluent fans, families and potential customers. As an added value, we're including lower-level tickets with placement of an ad. For more information, contact
npatino@pspsports.com.
Slam Dunk Discount for our Community
Saint Mary's Men's and Women's basketball returns to McKeon Pavilion in a few weeks! With the 2018-19 season upon us, we want to begin the season with a slam dunk discount for our community. Please share the attached offer with members for $5 off General Admission tickets to the November 11th game against Utah Valley at 5pm.
Lamorinda Night will celebrate the communities of Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda. If members plan to attend, have them reach out to us so we can welcome them on our brand new video board during the game!
The Gaels are predicted to finish 2nd in the conference this year. Let's help the Gaels get off to a great start during non-conference games. Use promo code LAMO18 to unlock your discount for Sunday November 11th or grab a WCC or Weekend Mini Plan to guarantee your spot in McKeon Pavilion for this year's big games!
View flyer.
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Happening at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Day of the Dead Exhibit - Dia De Los Muertos Altar
Dia de Muertos is a Mexican holiday to honor the deceased celebrated throughout Mexico and other parts of Latin America, and the United States. Exhibit - Come visit this cultural exhibit at the Lafayette Library to learn more or participate by making an "ofrenda" honoring the deceased in your lives. Exhibit open until November 2, 2018. Special Event - Join us for a special viewing of Coco on November 1st at 3:30 PM on the Kids Deck!
Click here to register.
CCPAS Concert: Jazz Piano
Friday, November 2, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Hall
Join us for a musical evening of jazz piano with the Contra Costa Performing Arts Society. A variety of performers will play standards and new favorites for your musical pleasure.
Click here for more information and to register for this free event.
Friends Book Sale!
Saturday, November 3, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friends Corner Book Shop
All the books you could imagine -- on sale... Take advantage of some great deals on some great finds! Find us at the corner of First St and Golden Gate Way in Lafayette.
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