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June 29
Chamber Orientation
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July 14
Blitzr Speed Networking
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The Chamber office will be closed
Friday, July 1, and Monday, July 4
in observance of Independence Day.
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Come celebrate the
4th of July holiday weekend in Civic Park
JULY 4: Free July 4th Celebration Concert in the Park
Bring the family and a picnic and join your Walnut Creek Concert Band as we celebrate our country with patriotic music, marches, and a fun time. The free concert begins
at 6:00 p.m. and is open to all.
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CIVIC AFFAIRS FORUM
After a short, well-deserved break, the Chamber Civic Affairs Committee is finalizing details for a look at the upcoming November elections for their July forum. You won't want to miss it. Watch for details coming soon.
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To view past Civic Affairs Forums,
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Chamber staff was seen out and about last week at some fun local happenings. Director of Sales & Marketing Nicole Hankton and Marketing & Events Manager Christina Hayes welcomed Walnut Creek Downtown's Uncorked attendees with a glass of wine at their Visit Walnut Creek booth as they sipped, savored, and strolled through the downtown event. At Sunday's second annual community-wide Shadelands Made in the Shade festival, someone snapped Chamber President/CEO Bob Linscheid and Accounting/Human resources Manager Marilyn Schmidt at a ticket booth where they welcomed the crowds wanting an ice-cold beer on the hot and sunny afternoon.
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Left to right: Director of Sales & Marketing Nicole Hankton and Marketing & Events Manager Christina Hayes
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Left to right: Rotaractor volunteer with Chamber Accounting/Human resources Manager Marilyn Schmidt and President/CEO Bob Linscheid
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MADE IN THE SHADE AND THEN SOME |
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Walnut Creek Mayor Matt Francois helped SportsMall management and staff, led by COPA Managing Director Charlie Campbell, cut the ribbon, marking the official grand opening of the premier sports center at 2640 Shadelands Drive.
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A great time was had by all at the June 26 community-wide Shadelands Made in the Shade Festival. The festivities included the official grand opening of the Shadelands SportsMall with the Chamber Ambassadors conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony and congratulations from Chamber Board Chair Edward Del Beccaro and President/CEO Bob Linscheid. During a presentation led by Angela De La Housaye Ashley, representing the Shadelands Steering Committee, Charlie Campbell, representing the Shadelands SportsMall, and Walnut Creek Mayor Matt Francois, Made in the Shade brought together close to 2,500 people from around the region on a beautiful summer day in Walnut Creek. The ceremony included recognition of our public servants for the amazing and tireless work they do on behalf of others.
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In the SportsMall, visitors young and old enjoyed demonstrations and hands-on play participating in yoga, soccer, volleyball, basketball, taekwondo, gymnastics, rock climbing, and the batting cages. Live music, food trucks, vendor booths, and craft beer provided by local taprooms Calicraft and Mike Hess Brewing rounded out festival activities. And, everyone looked cool in their Made in the Shade sunglasses! Thanks to all who helped organize and participated in the second Made in the Shade festival celebrating the vitality of Shadelands business and lifestyle center. And special thanks to Republic Services for its extraordinary support by providing waste cans and receptacles for organics and recycling. To learn more about Shadelands, visit Shadelands.org, and subscribe to the monthly e-newsletter, The Shadelands Scene, here.
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The Chamber Ambassadors and staff were thrilled to bring their big scissors and conduct a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Mike (with scissors) and Renee Rowland (with plaques), Walnut Creek Chamber members since 1991. The Windermere Diablo Reality owners hosted a Grand Opening at their new location at 1301 Ygnacio Valley Road and welcomed their large group of friends and well-wishers with a fun outdoor get-together and barbeque.
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Chamber members: We would be delighted to help your business celebrate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. For more information and to request a ribbon-cutting ceremony contact Linda Vesneski here | (925) 934-2007
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PLACES TO GO AND PEOPLE TO SEE |
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Chamber Orientation Meeting
Wednesday, June 29 | 4pm - 5pm
Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce
1280 Civic Drive, Suite 100
Chamber Board Room
Join us at our orientation for new members, existing members, and prospective members. This meeting offers an overview of the Chamber, its programs and events; public policy initiatives and activities; sponsorship opportunities; networking; and ways to get involved. Plan to follow up the orientation by meeting up again with everyone at the June BASH; details below.
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JUNE BASH
2250 Contra Costa Blvd.
Pleasant Hill
Thursday, June 30
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Free to Chamber members.
Guests are $20 and a business card at the door. Cash or check only.
Proud Member of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau since 2022
Proud Member of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau since 2016
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Our Chamber BASH host, Sonesta Select Hotel, has paired up with Walnut Creek's Slice House to add some spice to the fun June gathering by feeding us well with their award-winning pizza. Please join us to network and connect with Chamber staff, Chamber Ambassadors, Board members, and members of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau.
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Lunch Hour Power Hour - Virtual Business Speed Networking!
Thursday, July 14
12:15pm – 12:45pm | Free Event
Join the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce for our monthly virtual speed networking series which is unlike Zoom.
Say hello to friends in the business community. Build new business contacts. All members & non-members are welcome at this FREE event. For complete details and to register, click here.
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Congressman Mark DeSaulnier
Upcoming Town Hall
Wednesday, June 29 | 7 p.m.
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In the wake of the shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo, Congressman Mark DeSaulnier is hosting a town hall on Wednesday, June 29 at 7 p.m. on Contra Costa County's progress in reducing crime and the work ahead to end gun violence across the country. He will be joined by special guest Magnus Lofstrom, Lead Criminal Justice Researcher at the Public Policy Institute of California, who will provide evidence-based research. To RSVP, click here.
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Walnut Creek’s First Annual Craft Brewfest is coming to Civic Park on Sunday, July 3. Breweries from all over Nor Cal and your favs from the Bay Area will be pouring from 1-4pm, plus there’ll be food trucks, live entertainment and more!
Proudly Sponsored by
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To learn more about these
Chamber Member businesses, visit their websites, or better yet, visit their location and introduce yourself.
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Wally Sadat
Panama Bay Coffee Co.
Niveditha Jain
Jennifer Hotes
Nick Caputo
Jeff Dudum
Jeff Dudum
Jeff Dudum
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Think there's nothing to do? You just may be surprised what's happening. Upcoming events include:
Benefiting Diablo View Rotary Foundation
& Cancer Support Community
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Buyerlink
Downtown Walnut Creek
HOPE Solutions
These member businesses are all looking for team members. Click here.
Chamber member benefits:
List your events, job opportunities, and press releases on the Chamber website. If you need assistance, contact Linda Vesneski at lvesneski@walnut-creek.com.
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Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
1280 Civic Drive | Suite 100 | Walnut Creek | CA | 94596
925.934.2007
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