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
Office closed Friday, Dec. 20 noon until Thursday, Jan. 2 9am
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Holiday Mixer at Merrill Gardens of Lafayette
Wednesday, December 11, 5:30pm-7:30pm, Merrill Gardens, 1010 Second Street, Lafayette
It's the Chamber's Holiday Mixer! Please join us for a festive time with a few surprises in store! It's the mixer not to be missed! We extend a special invitation to our 2019 sponsors and community partners - come meet them and say Thank You!
Please bring a minimum of 3 cans/food donation for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. Merrill Gardens is also collecting new toys for Toys for Tots and winter coats for those in need. No host bar, $5 beer and wine. Non-alcoholic options too! Desserts provided by
Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
, holiday bites by local restaurants including Batch & Brine, Diablo Foods, Hideout Kitchen and Café, Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa, Locanda Positano, Mangia, Sideboard, The Coop 32 and Uncle Yu's.
Please
register online - to make checkin quick and easy, we will have your name badge printed and ready to go when you arrive!
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Nominations are now being accepted for the 2020 Business Person of the Year
On Friday, January 31, 2020, the Lafayette Chamber will honor the Lafayette Business Person of the Year during the State of the City Address at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa. Tickets for the dinner will be made available shortly after the announcement.
(Photo of 2019 Business Person of the Year, Terry Ring)
Nominations for this prestigious award will be accepted through Friday, December 13, 2019.
Former BPOY Award Recipients include: Ed Stokes, Paul Barendregt, Dan Kelly, Barb Sorken, Dave Hill, Don Jenkins, Cynthia Murdough, Paul Bettelheim, Bob Ewen, Sereta Churchill, Ann Denny, Caesar Perales, Dennis Garrison, Scott Hampton & Wendy Tamis, Steve Cortese, Mike Heller, Mo Levich, Larry Blodgett, Tom Courtright, Larry Duson, Jay Lifson, Colleen McCormick, Brian Aiello, Leila Douglah, Andy and Wendy Scheck, Brenda Oum, Dana Green and Terry Ring.
Submit your nomination
online or
download this PDF then fax, email, mail or bring it to the Chamber office, 251 Lafayette Circle, Suite 150, Lafayette, CA 94549. Fax number is (925) 284-3109. Nomination deadline is Friday, December 13, 2019.
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Ho, ho, ho, Santa Claus came to town ...
We may have had a little delay, but Santa found his way to the Lafayette Plaza on Sunday.
The rain stopped, the sky cleared. Santa arrived on the Lafayette Express and was greeted by hundreds of excited children of all ages. Free train rides, photos with Santa and more. It was a beautiful afternoon in downtown Lafayette.
Thanks to the many community partners who participated in this event:
Boys Team Charity, BSA Scout Troops 204 and 402, City of Lafayette, Coco Cola Bottling Company, Formula 3 Fitness, Honey Bear Christmas Tree Lot, Lafayette Police Department, Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary, Lemon, National Charity League, Round Table Pizza
and
Sideboard
.
AND thank you to the volunteers who help make us look so good
: Brian Aiello, Buddy Brodwin, Ryan Donat, Joe Dougherty, Reid Edwards, TJ Kirke, Mo Levich, Travis Johnson, Kathy Merchant, Devin Regan, Riley Regan, Tim Regan, Megan and Tom Schnurr, Melissa Sovocool
and
Rena Wilson
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The plaza was full of Christmas caroling and entertainment thanks to
Lafayette Kids’ Cottage, Lafayette Nursery School, Preforming Academy, Sizzling Latin Dance Studio, MCVT Glee Club
and
Town Hall Theatre Kids
. Thanks to our visits from
City Council Member Susan Candell
and
Assembly member Rebecca Bauer-Kahn
.
Thank you for joining us ... happy holidays to all!
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Tuesday Talk: Failure to Prosperity
Tuesday, January 14, 12noon-1pm, Chamber Conference Room
Are you burning the candle at both ends and still coming up short of your goals? Many of my clients struggle with this too. Join me for this talk, from Failure to Prosperity, to discover the secrets to consistent success without burnout or overwhelm.
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December Non-Profit & Art Events
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Didn't want you to miss it! Check out our
December eblast for happening holiday events in and around Lafayette! Here are just a few of the upcoming events:
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East Bay Book of Lists Party
Thursday, December 12, 5:30pm –8:30pm, Front Lobby, Roundhouse Market & Conference Center at Bishop Ranch, 2600 Camino Ramon, San Ramon
Join the San Francisco Business Times and the top companies in the East Bay for an evening of food, drinks, and celebration! The night will honor the CEOs of the East Bay companies who made our 2019 East Bay Book of Lists at this must-attend networking event. - 10% discount for our Chamber members, promo code: EB10.
Register here >>
No-Cost Business Advising through the Contra Costa Small Business Development Center
The Contra Costa Small Business Development Center, offers a variety of classes on starting and growing a small business. They assist small business owners in Contra Costa County with:
• Government Contracting, Operations
• Financial Management
• Business Loans
• Procurement
SIP @ JFKU Fundraising Academy 2020
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2020 cohort of the Sanford Institute of Philanthropy at John F. Kennedy University’s Fundraising Academy, which kicks off in February. We hope you will join us for an upcoming open house to learn more about the Academy including information about our curriculum, trainers, and outcomes. The open house will include lunch and a presentation followed by a Q+A. You will also have the opportunity to meet and mingle with other applicants and potential future cohort members hailing from nonprofit organizations throughout the Bay Area. Now entering its third year, the Fundraising Academy is one of our most popular programs. Over the course of four two-day modules throughout the year, the Academy provides training in all major topics in fundraising including a thorough introduction to the Cause Selling methodology. Participating nonprofit leaders will sharpen their fundraising skills and learn how to help their organizations operate more effectively. Join us for an open house to learn more and decide if this is the year to take fundraising at your organization to the next level.
Donations Needed for Lafayette Historical Society Silent Auction
Please consider donating an item to be silent auctioned during the
Lafayette Historical Society’s Breakfast with Santa fundraiser. Your item will be listed in a printed booklet given to all event attendees for bid consideration. The
Lafayette Historical Society is hoping to expand its mission of igniting the imagination, stimulating thought and providing enjoyment through local Lafayette history to engage more local young families through this special holiday-themed event. Gift certificates are especially welcome. Your donation is 100% tax deductible. For your records, the Lafayette Historical Society’s is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with federal tax ID #94-6311703. If you are willing to donate, you can fill out the
online form here. Thank you for contributing. The Lafayette Historical Society greatly appreciates your support.
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Member Events & Announcements
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Come Celebrate the Season with a CBD Talk & Shop
Tuesday, December 10, 5pm-7pm, Anthony's Custom Picture Framers 1020 Brown Avenue, Suite A Lafayette
Ali Stoddard, CBD expert and Health and Wellness Coach Will share benefits of CBD, ways to prepare for flu season, and answer your wellness questions. His and hers CBD gift baskets will be available for purchase as well as other CBD products. Wine, beer and light appetizers will be served. So pop in any time between 5:00pm to 7:00pm for some holiday cheer and knock out some shopping at the same time. Please
RSVP.
Heartwarming Holiday Musical for the Whole Family
Celebrate the holiday season with The Peter Pan Foundation's original holiday show, “Twas the Opening Night before Christmas” held the weekend of December 14-15 at Diablo Valley College, 321 Golf Club Rd. Pleasant Hill. This seasons production includes a cast of more than 100 performers ages eight to adult. Its original story and music tells the heartwarming story of love, hope and holiday cheer the whole family will enjoy! Performances will be held at Diablo Valley College, 321 Golf Club Rd. Pleasant Hill on:
• Saturday, December 14th at 10:00 am, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
• Sunday, December 15th at 310 am, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Tickets are $25 for adults; $15 for youth 18 and under. Tickets are selling fast, so
purchase yours today.
Girls Crushing It Winter Pop-up Shop
Sunday, December 15, 2pm-5pm, Lafayette Community Center, 500 St. Mary's Rd.
The 2nd Annual Girls Crushing It Winter Pop-up Shop will showcase 60 local girlpreneurs proudly presenting everything from homemade bath products and pet treats to original works of art and handmade jewelry. You will find something for everyone on your gift list!
SPECIAL GUEST: Diana Kapp will be signing copies of her book, Girls Who Run the World: 31 CEOs Who Mean Business. SPONSORS: Paymun, Inc., Shutterbug94549, Mixify Beauty. REFRESHMENTS: Sip And Scoop California food truck will be on site with their delectable treats. ADMISSION: Suggested donation to Girls Crushing It - $20 per family/household. Girls Crushing It is a 501(c)(3), whose mission is to empower girls to flex their leadership muscles through entrepreneurship and increase the pipeline of future business leaders.
Learn more here.
Lafayette Car Wash Annual Holiday Gift Certificate Sale
Certificate sale on now with up to 10% discounts. Remember the car wash store has a great selection of holiday gifts and stocking stuffers. Wash and shop at the same time! Greeting cards, coffee mugs, auto accessories, kids toys and games, totes and handbags, kitchen towels, designer water bottles, reading and sun glasses, and earthquake/survival kits. The Lafayette Car Wash is located at 3319 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Roughing It Day Camp's Toys for Tots Drive
Roughing It Day Camp is partnering with Toys for Tots to give children in need a wonderful holiday. We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys until December 19th at the Roughing It Day Camp Office at 936 Dewing Ave. Suite G, Lafayette, CA. Monday- Friday 9 am- 5 pm. Please consider bringing cheer to a child in your community this holiday season with a new toy!
Roughing It Day Camp's One Warm Coat Drive
Roughing It Day Camp is holding a One Warm Coat drive and collecting clean, gently worn coats of all types and sizes. We will be accepting donations until January 1st at Roughing It Day Camp Office at 936 Dewing Ave. Suite G, Lafayette, CA. Monday-Friday 9 am- 5pm. Donated coats will be distributed in our local community!
Annual Caroling in the Park
Saturday, December 21, 7pm, Lafayette Plaza Park (in front of Sideboard)
Come join neighbors, friends, and family at the 17th (we think!) Annual Caroling in Lafayette Plaza! Hosted by long-time Lafayette resident Mike Zampa, this festive community tradition is the perfect way to kick off the holidays. Every year, Zampa and his loved ones return to the park to sing all the familiar carols, sip hot chocolate provided by Sideboard, and catch up with old friends. Musical ability not required - just be sure to bring your holiday spirit!
Hanukkah Menorah Lighting
Sunday, December 22, 4:30pm, Lafayette Plaza Park
Chabad of Lamorinda would like to bring to everyone the beauty and celebrations of Hanukkah in Lafayette Plaza Park. Join Chabad of Lamorinda, and the entire Jewish community, at the lighting of the Menorah on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 4:30pm.
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Thank you for joining us on Sunday, December 8 at It's a Wonderful Life in Lafayette Holiday Celebration.
View more photos here>>
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Happening at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
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Stress/Rest and the Intersect with Food Choices, Health, and Longevity
Tuesday, December 10, 6:30 - 7:30 PM Homework Center
In this program, Dr. Julita Baker will share a scientific approach to thinking about the body's stress response, food choice, and health. She will delve into the research and you will leave the presentation with pragmatic tips to utilizing the stress response in a way that is beneficial to your long term health. For more information and to register,
click here.
Friends of the Lafayette Library Presents: WOW – Hidden Unions: Art of the Himalayas
Wednesday, December 11, 2:00 - 3:00 PM Don Tatzin Community Hall
Illustrated by objects from the Asian Art Museum, the Hidden Unions lecture delves into the complex and fascinating spiritually inspired art from the “Land of the Snow” – the Himalayas. In this magnificent terrain, Buddhism has melded with Hinduism and the indigenous folk beliefs to create truly unique religious practices and sacred art. Tankas, mandals, and mantras are cornerstones of the practices. Dakinis, Taras, demons, and Lamas are just a few of the protective and supportive deities in this complex system.
Pamela Smilow Talk and Art Display
Thursday, December 12, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Don Tatzin Community Hall
Meet Pamela Smilow as she shares stories from her childhood growing up in the only fully realized Frank Lloyd Wright community known as Usonia Homes, in Pleasantville, New York.
Smilow's love for art extends to architecture and interior design. The art display includes work that draws from her large collection of paper, vintage books, fabric, and childhood drawings that add texture, depth and storytelling to her work. Smilow’s art will be available for purchase. For more information and to register
click here.
Contra Costa Master Gardeners: Creating a Pollinator Habitat
Thursday, December 12, 6:30 - 8:00 PM Homework Center
Master Gardeners Liz Whiteford and Kath Cook will discuss the basics of creating a pollinator habitat in your garden. We’ll take a broad look at the key elements required to attract pollinators and a “hands on” exploration of specific native bee habitats you can create to attract Mason and Leafcutter bees. For more information and to register
click here.
Friends Corner Book Shop Half Price Sale
Saturday, December 14, 9:00-5:00 PM
Berkeley OLLI: Osher Lifelong Learning Winter Session Information
Thursday, January 9, 1:30 – 3:00 PM Don Tatzin Community Hall
Learn Something New! The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC Berkeley offers innovative education for the 50+ learner, with courses at the LLLC starting January 21. Learn about the winter session programs and hear Chris Ohman, a healthcare advisor, discuss “
Essential Challenges Facing US Healthcare
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“
iPhoneography
” with Yoni Mayeri (FULL – Contact office to be added to waitlist)
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