Business Networking Group The Tartan Room 2652 N Tustin St. Orange, CA 92865  April 6th @ 11:45 AM Click here to register! April 20th @ 11:45 AM Click here to register! Eggs and Issues with Cynthia Quimby April 26th @ 8:00 AM Eggs & Issues is an event series that covers a wide variety of interesting topics concerning the City of Orange and connects Chamber members with influential public figures and industry leaders. April's Special Guest is Cynthia Quimby, Government Relations Manager for Southern California Edison. Click here to register! OCTA Public Committee Recruitment  OCTA is currently recruiting people to join their Citizens Advisory Committee and Taxpayer Oversight Committee. The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) actively participates in helping examine traffic solutions, providing input to OCTA’s transportation studies and communicating with their constituencies. CAC applications are available here and are due on May 2. The Taxpayer Oversight Committee (TOC) is an independent 11-member committee that monitors OCTA’s use of revenue collected through OC GO (also known as Measure M), the county’s half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements. TOC applications are available here and are due May 2. TCA Adopts Strategic Plan to Serve Community, Region The Transportation Corridor Agencies’ (TCA) two Boards of Directors approved a seven-year Strategic Plan that highlights the Agencies’ mission, values, goals, objectives and activities. This is the first time in TCA’s 35-year history that a long-term Strategic Plan has been developed and adopted. To read the press release, click here! CISA Shields Up Advisory The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), has issued a “Shields Up” Advisory. CISA recommends all organizations – regardless of size – adopt a heightened posture when it comes to cybersecurity and protecting their most critical assets. Click here for a catalog of free services from government partners, and industry to assist.  Congressman Correa's 2022 Women of the Year Awards In celebration of Women's History Month, Representative Lou Correa is hosting his fourth annual "Women of the Year" Award Ceremony on Saturday, April 23, to honor exceptional women in the 46th Congressional District.   Please nominate women who you think should be honored. Self-nominations are welcome. Nominees must live, work, or meaningfully impacted the 46th Congressional District. To nominate someone, click here! Nominations will close Friday, March 25, 2022.

Introducing Chamber Business to Business Forms!   As Chamber members, we support each other’s businesses by giving them OUR business. We haven’t had a way to digitally track how much we do...until today! Fill out the form here! We encourage you to utilize this simple tool. It's quick and effective. Let’s show our support with cold hard facts! If you have any questions or comments email info@orangechamber.com. Here are the quick and easy steps:   1.    Go on the Chamber website at www.orangechamber.com 2.    Go to the “Members” tab to view the pull-down menu 3.    Click on the “Chamber Business to Business Form” option 4.    Input where, when, and how much money you spent at another member’s business. If you aren’t sure if a business is a member, type the name into the directory to check. 5.    Click Submit. The Orange May Parade: New Sponsor benefits for all levels! It's time to start making plans for the 2022 Orange May Parade! We have added some benefits to all our levels for 2022.  More exposure time: Social media: Facebook, Instagram, Parade & Orange Chamber website During parade: announcement of entry, verbiage in parade script as entry marches past announcers, name in the program After the parade: video footage shown on channel 3 and Facebook for months Memorabilia package: Mug with the images from the parade poster (left) T-shirt Pin Post cards   We sincerely appreciate any support you may choose to give us. The parade is entirely funded through donations. Learn more about the Orange May Parade here! For questions, email  Elizabeth@OrangeChamber.com  or call (714) 269-4589. City Council Appreciation Breakfast March 23rd @ 7:45 am Individual Tickets (Members): $45 Individual Tickets (Non-Members): $50 VIP Seating with Council Member: $100 THE SPONSORED TABLES OPTION HAS SOLD OUT. To register for this event, click here! If you have any questions, please reach out to  Elizabeth@OrangeChamber.com.

Be a Guest Writer on The Weekly Harvest! Would you like to be a guest writer for The Weekly Harvest? We would like to give our members an opportunity to reach other members through the newsletter. The topic is up to you! For example, you may write about your business, your love of Orange, a nonprofit that you volunteer for, a hobby that you enjoy- anything as long as it is family friendly, non-political and has meaning to the Chamber members. Send us an email at info@orangechamber.com with your story!

Hire a Federal Work Study Student! Hundreds of hardworking students at Chapman University are currently looking for part-time employment and ways to contribute to their community. You will not spend a dime, by getting free work from motivated and talented young adults. Take advantage of this mutually beneficial program and build your relationship with the Chapman community! This program is only available for community non-profit organizations. For more info, contact  communityservice@chapman.edu Science on Tap 2022 Season SCIENCE ON TAP is a series of casual moderated discussions featuring experts who explore the intersection of science and culture. All events are free to attend and held at Chapman Crafted Beer on 123 N. Cypress Street. "Passing the COVID Test" with Dean Anderson, Beckman Coulter March 28th @ 6:00 pm For more info, click here! “Sustainability at the Happiest Place on Earth” with Lotus Thai '17 April 25th @ 6:00 pm For more info, click here! The Red Cross Needs Your Help! The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis. Blood and platelet donations are critically needed to help prevent further delays in vital medical treatments, and donors of all blood types – especially type O − are urged to make an appointment here or call or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).  Female Pit Bull in need of a Furever Home! A lovely family rescued a beautiful grey female pit bull named Lady from a bad situation and from going to the pound. However, this family already houses several pups, they are unable to accommodate her. She is chipped, spayed, and has had her shots! The family is willing to supply food and help out if needed. If you are interested in being that forever home for Lady, please contact (714) 944-6891 or email thecoffeecorners@gmail.com!

Santiago Canyon College Annual Golf Tournament March 18th @ 10:30 am

Our annual golf tournament is back on March 18. Thank you to all who have registered as a player and/or sponsor. There are still some spots left and, if you’re not a golfer, you can join us at the dinner reception! Reconnect with your colleagues and the SCC community. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit our students, programs and services. Register now.  CLICK HERE.

TLC Gala March 18th @ 6:00 pm

Please come and celebrate with us to Share the Love with our Orange community. We are a public Charter School who is proud to serve the students and families looking a unique inclusive option. We would love you to come join us for a night out at the Womens Club of Orange to enjoy a Taste of Orange, featuring fare from local restaurants along with Live Music and a silent Auction. We hope to see you there! The Women's Club in Orange is located on  121 S Center St, Orange, CA 92866

Embrace Orange Gala April 3rd

Celebrate with Special Guest Al Ricci on April 3 …and Party Like It’s 2019! Assistance League of Orange will honor Al Ricci with the Community Circle Award at its Embrace Orange gala. Join the fun on Sunday evening, April 3 at the Balboa Bay Resort. Tickets are $130. Enjoy a cocktail reception and dinner, live entertainment, and bidding on amazing auction items!

26th Annual Orange Plaza Car Show April 10th @ 8:00 am

Orange Plaza Rotary is the proud host of the Annual Orange Plaza Car Show. Money raised will help fund community outreach programs, youth education, and literacy programs. Nearly 400 pre-1976 Street Rods, Custom and Classic vehicles will be on display. This event will run from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm in Old Towne Orange. To register your vehicle, click here!

Dale Carnegie Presents: Diversity and Inclusion Wednesdays @ 2:00 pm

Diversity in the workplace is increasingly a topic of discussion. Dale Carnegie of Orange County is presenting a webinar on April 14th, 2022 from 9am-11am at South Coast College. What You'll Learn: Understand our conscious and unconscious bias Identify a process to make the most of diversity and inclusion Commit to using proven tools to bridge differences Register for this event here!

Legal Networking Forum 2022 Wednesdays @ 2:00 pm

South Coast College hosts the Legal Networking Forum 2022 virtual networking events with speakers who are experts in their fields. To join these virtual events, email Networking@southcoastcollege.edu.

Tabu Shabu 111 S Glassell St. Orange, CA 92866 https://tabushabu.com/ Traditional Japanese hot pot with savory flavors, premium thin meats, homemade sauces, and a modern vibe. Quốc Việt Foods® 1967 N. Glassell St. Orange, CA 92865 (714) 283-3663 https://www.quocviet.com/ Quốc Việt Foods® provides quality, service, and competitively priced products.

Welcome New Members! The Tucker Group Santiago Canyon College Foundation Coronavax LLC Aura Apartments                    Modern Wealth Design Berwood Management, Inc. Finney's Orange LP Skinsations Spa Thank You Renewing Members! Black Market Prep HashTagPinpoint Blue Ribbon Trophy Ronald McDonald House Farmers Insurance Zito’s Pizza Imperial Stations, Inc. Presentation Folder, Inc. Signature Flooring, Inc. The Home Depot

Thank you to all our members for being a part of the Orange Chamber of Commerce!

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Executive Board Al Ricci Chairman of the Board Ricci Realty Pat Buttress Secretary Office of Supervisor Donald P. Wagner Berkenda Cantlo Vice Chair of Events Event Creator & Planner Wil Dee Vice Chair of Finance Chapman Crafted Beer, Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar, Provisions Deli & Bottle Shop Alisa Driscoll Vice Chair  Chapman University Chris Horton Vice Chair of Operations Payrunner Payroll Rick Martinez Vice Chair Brick Curriculum Design & Consulting Board of Directors Angie Catale - Ricci Realty Matt Greville - Farmers & Merchant Bank Todd Klug - Reyes Coca Cola Bottling Kim Le - Pacific Conservatory Dara Maleki - The Pizza Press Christine Mantyla - South Coast College Constance Martin - Providence St. Joseph Hospital Cynthia Quimby - Southern California Edison Brian Rauso - Green Cheek Beer Company Gary Remland - Remland Insurance Services Rachel Rolnicki - Children’s Hospital Orange County Gina Scott - HomeAid Orange County Cathy Seelig - Friendly Center Mike Yablonka - Wheel Warehouse Staff Elizabeth Holloman - Executive Director Connie Chan - Operations Manager Joey Lin - Media and Marketing Coordinator

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