HEADLINES: AUGUST 1, 2022 |
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DON'T MISS A THING - QUICK LINKS |
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August 11
Blitzr Speed Networking
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August 24
Chamber Orientation
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Chamber President/CEO Bob Linscheid moderated the July Civic Affairs Forum where attendees heard Catharine Baker, former California State Assemblymember 16th District, and Lisa Tucker, President, Tucker Group Political Consultant, respond to questions about the June primary election and share perspectives for the general election in November. To view the recording, click here.
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GET THE CREDIT YOU DESERVE |
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Wednesday, August 17
10:30 - 11:30 am
FREE
CalCPA and CalChamber have joined together to offer a FREE Employee Retention Credit Update webinar. The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable payroll credit designed to offset some of the financial hardship businesses experienced during the pandemic. For those who qualify, it can mean a credit of up to $26,000 per employee. In this
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webinar, you will learn how business taxpayers that experienced a suspension (full or partial) of operations or a reduction in gross receipts can claim the credit. The webinar will also cover the related Paid Sick Leave Refundable Credit, and Paid Family Leave Refundable Credit.
Register Today*:
*Please note you will need to create an account with CalCPA to access the webinar. Your information will not be shared.
Registering is a two-step process.
1. You will need to create an account with CalCPA (requires only name and email address), an email is sent immediately from calcpa@calcpa.org with a subject line of “CalCPA Validation Email” where you will need to click the link.
2. Once that is completed you can click the registration link in this email again and log in and add the free event to the cart and checkout.
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CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES; COME ON! |
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Join the Chamber Ambassadors and staff as we celebrate two member milestones with ribbon-cutting ceremonies. LULUSIMON STUDIO is planning a fun party to celebrate its first anniversary, and The Kebab Shop invites us to its official grand opening celebration. There's bound to be plenty of fun, food, and friends!
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The Orchards at Walnut Creek
2359 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek
Tuesday, August 9
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Join The Kebab Shop for its official Ribbon Cutting and get in on the grand opening fun. The Kebab Shop, a modern, family-owned Mediterranean fast casual restaurant is now open and serving up its signature kebabs, salads, and fries to eager customers. The Kebab Shop is open for lunch and dinner, 10:30 am to 9pm, seven days a week.
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The hot spot with the PINK door!
1628 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek
Thursday, August 18
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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We make apparel, accessories, and home decor for the bold and witty. A 100% female-owned and operated business that offers wholesale and retail clients a way to express themselves in a unique and bold way. We believe everyone, seriously EVERYONE looks good wearing LULUSIMONSTUDIO gear. We strive to make you laugh with our sassy sayings or inspire you with some girl power.
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TOMORROW
Walnut Creek First Wednesday is BACK!
Come downtown to Cypress St (between Locust & Broadway) on August 3 from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm for an evening of entertainment, art, beer/wine, food, activities, and shopping from artisan vendors. This year's live music line-up will consist of not one, but TWO stages! Explore all of what Downtown Walnut Creek has to offer at this family-friendly street fest. This is a free public
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event and all are welcome! First Wednesday is one of the largest outdoor downtown festivals this summer and kicks off the Walnut Creek Arts Around August celebration. Buy your beverage tickets, in advance – purchase a bundle and receive a FREE WCD String Backpack.
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Congressman DeSaulnier
Hosts Fire Safety Town Hall
Wednesday, August 10 | 1:00 p.m
VIRTUAL
Special Guests
Casey De Shong
Congressional Liaison for FEMA Region 9
Brian Marshall
Cal OES Fire Chief
Lewis Broschard
Fire Chief for Con Fire
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As we see more severe fires more frequently in California, it is essential to be prepared in case of an emergency. Congressman DeSaulnier will host a Fire Safety Town Hall where experts will share tips on emergency preparedness and discuss the work that is being done on both the federal and state level to mitigate wildfires.
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PLACES TO GO AND PEOPLE TO SEE |
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Lunch Hour Power Hour - Virtual Business Speed Networking!
Thursday, August 11
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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Chamber Orientation Meeting
Wednesday, August 24 | 4 pm - 5 pm
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 August BASH; details are below.
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AUGUST BASH
Hosted by
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SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, August 25
5:30pm – 7:00pm
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An evening designed for networking and fun.
Join us to connect with Chamber staff and Ambassadors, Board members, and members of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau. We will gather at Ethan Allen in their beautiful showroom near Broadway Plaza.
Free to Chamber members.
Guests are $20 and a business card at the door. Cash or check only.
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Membership Benefit: Walnut Creek Chamber members interested in hosting a Chamber BASH may contact Director of Engagement Linda Vesneski at lvesneski@walnut-creek.com or (925) 934-2007.
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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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Shelby Short
Elizabeth Aguirre
Jeff Dudum
Brian Stranko
Greg Weitzman
Jack Bui
Wally Sadat
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SCORE SOME GREAT FREE BUSINESS ADVICE |
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Larry Tessler from our partner organization, SCORE, has been mentoring and counseling Bay Area business professionals from the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce office for many years and remotely during the pandemic. Larry reminds you that he is still available to help you and your business succeed. If you need help and direction in
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starting a small business or having some business problems you need help resolving, schedule an appointment. Larry is happy to share his expertise in person at the Chamber office, Zoom, via email, or by phone. As always, there is never a charge for a SCORE counselor's services. To learn more about Larry and how he can help you, click here.
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Become a Food Rescue Hero
We Need Volunteer Drivers!
Photo courtesy of White Pony Express
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White Pony Express (WPE) is expanding to meet the growing need for healthy food in our communities. Hunger is on the rise due to inflation and supply chain disruptions and fresh, nutritious food is out of reach for many of our neighbors. WPE needs volunteers willing to drive to help us meet this need. This can happen in a personal vehicle or one of our fleet vehicles. If you have a little time to spare and a good driving record, we would love to welcome you to our team of food rescue heroes. Together, we can end hunger in our county and beyond!
for more information.
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Think there's nothing to do? You just may be surprised what's happening. Upcoming events include:
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Buyerlink
No-H2O
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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