News & Events from the Lafayette Chamber
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Monday, February 24, 2020
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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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Tuesday Talk: Confused about Health Care Reform?
Tuesday, February 25, 12noon-1pm, Lafayette Chamber Conference Room, 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150
Steve Snyder from HealthMarkets Insurance Agency will discuss both small group health and individual insurance. Steve can answer your questions about Covered California and help you gain a full understanding of the subject and what your options are.
This event is FREE but registration is requested due to limited seating.
Register here>>
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Walnut Creek Business Association Education Seminar on Cybersecurity
Thursday, February 27, 8am-10am, 1515 Restaurant, 1515 N Main Street, Walnut Creek
Learn how to reduce your risk of being hacked, the different types of threats, scams, best password policies, and how to protect your business and customer data. This seminar is targeted to small to medium-sized businesses. Don’t think it can’t happen to you. Last month the Contra Costa Library system was hit by a ransomware attack that impacted all 26 branches. Cybersecurity is real and its affects far reaching. Workshop by Lafayette Chamber member
Zenops. Presented by the Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association. Continental breakfast included. Free for Walnut Creek Downtown members and associate members, $20 for non-members. Free Parking at meters until 10am.
Register here >>
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Ribbon Cutting at Pillar Cowork
Thursday, February 27, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 3515 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Join the Lafayette Chamber in welcoming
Pillar Cowork to Lafayette! We will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting at their new location across from Whole Foods and next door to
Orangetheory Fitness. They will be leading an informal tour of the space accompanied by light refreshments!
RSVP here >>
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Coffee with Mayor Mike Anderson
Friday, February 28, 8am-9am, Lafayette Chamber Conference Room
This event is free but registration is requested as space is limited!
RSVP here >>
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Glisten and Glow Skincare offers advanced skincare including: luxurious treatments, specialized facials, chemical peels, LED light therapy, microdermabrasion, teeth whitening, back treatments, and other add-on services.
Mention this post to receive 20% off all treatments. Let’s get you glowing! Instagram and Facebook: glistenandglow_skincare.
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Welcome to our Newest Member!
The following business recently joined the Lafayette Chamber. Visit their website for more information!
3697 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 100, Lafayette, CA 94549
Kelsy DeSchryver, 510-903-0274
Category: Insurance Services
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Social Media Workshop Series: Business Essentials
by Coach Holly Jackson
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Build Your Brand Through Story
Wednesday, March 11, 6pm-7:30pm,
Lafayette Library & Learning Center, Homework Room, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd.
3 Business Time Savers: Cloze, Acuity, & Active Campaign
Wednesday, April 8, 6pm-7:30pm,
Lafayette Library & Learning Center, Homework Room, 3491 Mount Diablo Blvd.
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March Mixer: An Evening at Queen of Heaven Funeral Center & Cemetery
Join us for our March mixer! Prayer and welcome introduction by Joe Witherspoon. Music by Christine Cosbey. Light snacks, no host bar, raffle for Bishop’s Vineyard wine! Questions? Contact Joe Witherspoon, 925-932-0900,
jwitherspoon@cfcsoakland.org.
Meet Chamber board member greeters Travis Johnson and Fred Steingraf! Please
register so we can have your name tag ready at check-in!
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Ribbon Cutting at Chroma Realty, Co-Work Lamorinda and Move Lamorinda!
Thursday, March 5, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 935 Moraga Road, Suite 210
Lamorinda's only FREE, drop-in, community co-working space! Open 24 hours a day with free coffee, wifi, print capabilities and snacks. Rooms reservable by request for meetings, conference calls, workshops, etc..
View the beautiful space and see what
Co-Work Lamorinda
can offer you at our Ribbon Cutting on March 5!
RSVP here >>
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Ribbon Cutting at Edward Jones Financial - Fred Steingraf
Thursday, March 12, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 3685 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Ste 161
Join the Lafayette Chamber in welcoming Chamber boardmember Fred Steingraf,
Edward Jones, to Lafayette! We will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting at Fred's new office location in Desco Plaza on March 12.
RSVP here >>
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Ribbon Cutting at 9Round Lafayette
Thursday, March 19, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 3561 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
9Round Lafayette is unlike any other gym or studio. While there are no scheduled classes, your workout is still curated for you, instead of you being left to fend for yourself on the floor! Learn more and meet the owners at a Ribbon Cutting on Thursday March 19!
RSVP here >>
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Ribbon Cutting at The Beauty Boutique
Thursday, March 26, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 3534 Golden Gate Way
Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of
The Beauty Boutique! They are the premiere destination for all skincare, makeup, and hair services. To celebrate the night, we will have a few raffle prizes to give away and you won’t want to miss out on the handcrafted desserts and spirits, beautiful macrame and more from our local vendors. This will be a night you won’t want to miss!
RSVP here >>
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Lafayette’s Favorite Dinner Party – The “Taste of Lafayette” Restaurant Stroll!
Tuesday, May 19, 2020, 5:30pm-8pm, Downtown Lafayette
The “stroll” begins when ticket holders head out at their own pace to stop at any or all of the 25+ participating restaurants for sampling. Will call, bar, and appetizers will be at
JPG@TheBank, 3525 Mt. Diablo Blvd. 5:30pm-7:30pm. Dessert and coffee will be served at JPG@TheBank, 7pm-8pm. Evening includes music throughout the stroll.
Tickets are $50 (early bird price!) through April 30, $55 May 1-19 or until tickets are sold out!
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Yes on Measure L Campaign
As the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce unanimously endorsed Measure L, we encourage all Lafayette businesses to support the Yes on L campaign.
Read more in our blog post here.
There are three simple ways you can do this:
Thank you for helping to protect the outstanding quality of education that helps make Lafayette the special place that we all love.
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SCORE EAST BAY: Search Marketing: They Are Looking For You! (Oakland)
Tuesday, Feb 25, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Cal State Center, 1000 Broadway, STE-109, Oakland
This workshop will show you how to get your business found on Google and the other search engines when your ideal customers are searching for you. If your business can't be found on Google, you're missing out on a lot of business! Learn to effectively market your business on Google and other search engines so you're found when people are looking for your products and services. Fees: $40.00
You will learn and discuss:
• Advertising versus Online Marketing
• What is a search engine?
• How does Google work?
• Search engine optimization (SEO)
• Local search
• Paid search
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Salon Suites Available for Lease
Three private salon suites available for lease in an upscale brick building in Downtown Lafayette; two for hairstylists and one for an esthetician/massage therapist. Beautiful interior with new floors and essentials will be done prior to move-in. Be in charge of your career. Room sizes vary. Text or call Emily Wise at (916) 595-3660 if interested.
AAUW-OML Meeting Panel Discussion on U.S. Immigration
Tuesday, March 17, 9:30am-11:30am, Orinda Community Church, 10 Irwin Way, Orinda
AAUW-OML (American Association of University Women-Orinda Moraga Lafayette Branch) will host a panel discussion on U.S. immigration policy and issues on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (9:30-10:00 a.m. social time) at the Orinda Community Church, 10 Irwin Way, Orinda. Three experts will share information on current U.S. immigration topics such as the types of visas available, and immigrants’ destinations and effect on the U.S. economy. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, visit our website at
https://oml-CA.aauw.net.
LPIE’s Power Party "Rock the Yacht" Cruisin' For a Cause
Saturday, March 21, UC Berkeley-Pauley Ballroom
Don't miss the annual LPIE Power Party: "Rock the Yacht" Cruisin' For a Cause on Saturday, March 21 at the UC Berkeley-Pauley Ballroom. A limited number of tickets are still available.
Click here
to get your tickets. Have something to donate? Please consider donating items, special experiences, and/or gift certificates to our live and online auction. No gift or service is too small. All gifts are appreciated and will be utilized for our auction.
Click here
to make your donation.
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Member Events & Announcements
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Alzheimer's Association Volunteer Info Mixer
Wednesday, February 26, 2020 4:30pm-6pm, Roundhouse Market & Conference Center, 2600 Camino Ramon, San Ramon
Learn how you can get involved with the Alzheimer's Association in the East Bay. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. We have a lot of fun while doing rewarding work to advance the cause. We have many opportunities to suit all interests, skill sets, and schedules. For more information contact Brittany Enos-Harrit, (408) 372-9912,
benosharrit@alz.org.
Register online >>.
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Make a Difference (and Dance) with Cal Shakes at Yoshi's!
Saturday, March 7, 6pm-11:30pm, Yoshi's Jack London Square, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland
Our friends at Cal Shakes are holding their annual FUNdraising Gala on Saturday, March 7, at Yoshi's in Oakland. It will be the party of the season, with chances to win trips to Mexico, Bali, and an exclusive dinner party on stage at the Bruns! Learn more and purchase tickets at
calshakes.org/gala.
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What does fiscal responsibility mean to me?
That is the question that Mercer Partners Wealth Management would like to pose to high school seniors. Answers must be submitted in a 300-500 word essay and received by Friday, May 8th.
Two winners will be awarded a $1000 college scholarship. (One entry per high school senior.) For more information and to download an application form, visit our website at
www.mercerpartnerswealth.com.
Completed entries may be mailed, faxed or emailed to: Mercer Partners Wealth Management, 1243 Alpine Road, Suite 219, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. (925) 932-4700, or email:
Jadi.S.Christiansen@lpl.com.
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Community Events & Announcements
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Thank you for joining us at our first mixer of the decade! Many thanks for
Formula3 Fitness for hosting this great event! They currently have a special deal for chamber members, contact them to schedule a class! (925) 269-4061
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Diablo magazine’s Best of the East Bay 2020 voting is now open!
Here are a few tools to help you get ready and to promote voting for your business:
• Visit
diablomag.com/vote and click the images and links to download printable and digital graphics to pass out and share with your customers
• Voters will also be entered to win a luxury Hawaiian getaway!
Vote for your chamber members and also for the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival which has a category this year: Arts & Leisure: Festival/Community Event!
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Happening at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
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Free Tax Assistance
Tuesdays through March 24, 10am - 3:30pm; Saturdays March 28, April 4, April 11, 10am - 3:30pm
IRS-certified AARP volunteers provide free federal and state tax preparation for low-moderate income Contra Costa County residents. This service is offered to people of all ages, with special attention to those 50+. Walk-ins are accepted, but priority is given to those with an appointment. Please call the main desk at 925-385-2280 to register.
World Affairs Council East Bay: Politics, Turmoil and Travel in Latin America
Wednesday, February 26, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, Don Tatzin Community Hall
Several Latin American countries have plunged from prosperity to abject poverty and misery in the last decade. What are the drivers of this disparity, and should you worry about business or leisure travel to this fascinating region? Why are our neighbors to the South ignored rather than supported? Terry Vogt will draw on his vast experience in the region to help us decipher the dichotomies of Latin America and give us some perspective as to what may lie ahead for the region. Tickets: Members $5, Non-members $10, Students FREE.
Click HERE to register.
CCPAS Concert: Master Artists
Saturday, February 29, 2:00PM – 3:00PM, Don Tatzin Community Hall
Bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon with the Contra Costa Performing Arts Society Master Artists Group. Come and be treated to an hour of chamber music favorites. Click
HERE to register.
Investment Success Using Your Local Library Resources
Thursday, March 5, 6:30PM – 7:30PM, Homework Center
Are you interested in investing your money for a better future? Learning how to use financial resources is the first step. This program introduces some what is available through your local library, such as the Wall Street Journal, Barron's, Value Line, and Morningstar. Presented by BetterInvesting, a finance educational non-profit organization. Click
HERE to register.
Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation Presents:
Distinguished Speaker Series: Joyce Carol Oates and Laila Lalami
Tuesday, March 17, 7:00PM, Don Tatzin Community Hall
Join these two award-winning storytellers, each known for their own powerful literary voice, as they discuss their recent writings and the writer’s life with author Joseph Di Prisco, Chair of the Simpson Literary Project.
Click HERE for tickets.
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