The latest Chamber News and Information

July 15, 2023

To support, strengthen and enrich our community with a business culture that provides for a strong economy.

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do." - Colin Powell

Legislative & Government Affairs Presents

Free for members; $20 Non-members

RSVP to: office@altadenachamber.org

SAVE THE DATE!!

100 YEARS!!!

MEMBER'S EVENTS

Come celebrate the 20th Anniversary and listen to Jazz by Michael Haggins.

BUSINESSES OF THE MONTH

ALTADENA NEIGHBORHOOD

FARMERS MARKET

JULY 28, 2023

Raw Inspiration’s mission is to educate children and adults on the importance of a healthy diet, especially on the importance of eating fresh fruits and vegetables daily. To accompany that mission, we have set up a program where growers can distribute their produce at neighborhood farmers markets. In and around Los Angeles it is estimated that nearly 2,000,000 visitors enjoy our farmer’s markets every year, and that number continues to increase with every new market opening.

3081 Lincoln Ave, Altadena, CA 91001

Need Plants?

PLANT MATERIAL offer plants that are either native, edible or regionally appropriate. Layered on top of that is also our own personal aesthetic point of view, because even within these native and regionally appropriate parameters there is bountiful beauty and diversity to be discovered. It’s time that as individuals, families and communities, we begin to garden with a new ethos.”

Hoopla! is Altadena's lifestyle boutique. We offer merchandise that is produced locally or regionally, or is certified fair trade. You'll find gourmet food, gifts, greeting cards, art, accessories, jewelry, home decor items, candles, books, and so much more. We also offer private mailboxes, faxing, and gift wrapping, and UPS shipping/receiving.

Get hip to Hoopla!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

PASADENA VILLAGE

Katie Brandon

Service Club for Seniors

236 W Mountain St., #104

Pasadena, CA 91103

Website: www.pasadenavillage.org

Office Phone: 626-765-6037

RAW INSPIRATION

Melissa Farwell

Altadena’s Farmer’s Market

Loma Alta Park on Friday's

Website: https://rawinspiration.org/

Business Phone Number: 818-591-8161

Cell Phone Number: 626-223-7383

2311 BAR

Silver Lake Wine - coming soon!!

Randy Clement

Email: randy@silverlakewine.com

2311 Lincoln Ave.

Altadena, CA 91001

Business: 323-286 8578

Web page: pending

PRECIOUS TIME TRAVEL

Owner: Patricia Wesley

Email: wesleypat58@gmail.com

Website: Precioustimetravel.com

614 E Poppyfields Dr.

Altadena, CA 91001

Business: 818-802-5243

Website: pat@precioustimetravel.com

THE URBAN FORAGER CO.

Owner: Elisa Callow

Email: elisacallow@gmail.com

Website: theurbanforager.com

1200 E. Woodbury Rd.

Pasadena, CA 91104

Business: 626-390-6521

Anti-Racism, Diversity, & Inclusion

Visit the ARDI Racial Equity Strategic Plan Click here to learn more

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Incorporated in 1924, The Altadena Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association was formed to promote the commercial, industrial, civic and general interests of the Altadena community and its trade area.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization and relies upon membership dues and volunteer labor to staff an office and provide services to the community.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity organization which strives to reflect the positive and extensive diversity of the community.

Membership is open to any person, assoc., corp., partnership, estate or other business entity sharing the goals and objectives of the Chamber for the betterment of the entire community of Altadena.

The Altadena Chamber of Commerce produces special events, hosts periodic mixers, maintains a web site and provides information about Altadena to visitors, residents and businesses.

Altadena. Chamber of Commerce meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 9 am

Meetings are virtual until further notice

Please check website for details

To join the meeting virtually click here:

Please email us at:

office@altadenachamber.org

If you would like to be added to the agenda.

The next meeting:

August 1, 2023

PROMOTE YOUR EVENT

Do you have any events, promotions or sales coming up? Let the Chamber of Commerce know! We'd be happy to include it in the monthly Newsletter or send out a special announcement to the 600+ members we have on our mailing list.

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Office email address:

office@altadenachamber.org

The Altadena Town Council meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. The next meeting is Tuesday, July 18, 2023 for details and find out what's going on in the community:

altadenatowncouncil.org

"A satisfied customer is the best business strategy of all."

Altadena Chamber of Commerce

730 E. Altadena Dr.

Office email:

office@altaenachamber.org

626-794-3988

Support our Altadena Businesses - Shop local

Supporting small and local businesses is more important than ever.

Shopping locally is investing in our community.

For more information:

https://www.altadenalibrary.org/shoplocal/

Great reasons to join your local Chamber of Commerce:

Make business contacts.

Receive chamber newsletters.

Bring credibility to your business.

Increase your visibility in the community.

Networking opportunities with other business owners

Meet your community host a "Mixer" or "Meet and Greet".

Learn about new government programs for businesses.

Free business highlighting in newsletter.

Opportunities to promote your business in Chamber monthly newsletter and the e-mail blasts.

The best web presence for a minimal investment. The Chamber's web-site offers new opportunities for business.

Chamber after hours social and mixer provides members the opportunity to mix, mingle and network in a fun, casual environment. The best social events and opportunities to get together casually for fun and networking.

Informational presentations and seminars for members. The best educational opportunities for members.

The opportunity to exhibit your business at the annual "Sip and Shop" in December.

Connect to the Small Business Development Center at Pasadena City College, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and more.

Low yearly dues.

Looking for capital for your small business? The SBA Microloan Program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand. The average microloan is about $13,000.

Learn more

GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Small businesses, micro businesses, and non-profits in LA county may qualify for financial relief through our Economic Opportunity Grants (EOG) program offers $54+ million in grant awards, technical assistance, and other County services to help businesses recover, stabilize, and grow!

LA County Department of Economic Opportunity

For additional business services, visit here to connect with the LA County Office of Small Business – a one-stop shop that helps prospective business owners and entrepreneurs kick-start a small business, expand access to critical resources that promote small business growth, and help get businesses certified.

LA County is committed to helping communities, and small businesses build back better. Learn about other American Rescue Plan contracting, certification assistance, and other grant opportunities here.

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CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2023 OFFICERS

President – Judy Matthews

Vice President –Jocelyn Ferguson

Treasurer – Craig Sloane

Secretary - Wendy Silva

Immediate Past President

Dr. Sandra Thomas

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Alan Benavente

Larry Hammond

Billy Malone

Diane Marcussen

Ed Myers

Lisa Odigie

Rebecca Rasmussen

Barbara Richard-King

Ashley Watts