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June 26
Made in
the Shade
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June 29
Chamber Orientation
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July 14
Blitzr Speed Networking
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The Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau is proud to stand with African Americans across our region and the country in recognition of Juneteenth, the anniversary of the emancipation of the last enslaved people in the United States. Chamber President/ CEO Bob Linscheid is pleased to announce the inclusion of this historic date as a recognized observance in the organization's policy manual.
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How did Juneteenth begin?
On June 19, 1865, about two months after the Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered at Appomattox, Va., Gordon Granger, a Union general, arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform enslaved African Americans of their freedom and that the Civil War had ended. General Granger’s announcement put into effect the Emancipation Proclamation, which had been issued more than two and a half years earlier, on Jan. 1, 1863, by President Abraham Lincoln. The holiday is also called “Juneteenth Independence Day,” “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day.”
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SWEETGREEN GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
Left to right: Chamber Ambassador Marcia Gerg, sweetgreen COO Chris Carr, sweetgreen Assistant Manager Sean Silva, sweetgreen Manager Patrick Murphy, Santina Moncibais, and Walnut Creek Councilmembers Cindy Silva, Cindy Darling, Kevin Wilk, Loella Haskew, and Chamber Ambassador Dawn Lopshire
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FIRST REPUBLIC BANK GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
Left to right: Chamber Ambassador Ron Hermanson with First Republic Bank's District Manager
Rich Butts, Preferred Banker Jancy Wong, Preferred Banker Charmaine Matel, Assistant Manager Brittany Griffin, Preferred Banking Manager Tracy Tran and Chamber President/CEO Bob Linscheid, Councilmembers Cindy Darling and Loella Haskew, and Chamber Ambassador Chair Gary LaMusga
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With great excitement, Chamber Ambassadors conducted ribbon cuttings to add to the grand opening festivities of sweetgreen, the latest new downtown restaurant, and First Republic Bank's newest branch last week. Sweetgreen opened its doors at 1556 Mount Diablo Boulevard on Tuesday to the delight of the community and with Chamber staff and City Council members joining in the fun. At Friday's grand opening, hosts at First Republic Bank's new location at 1656 N California Blvd. welcomed guests with after-hour treats and a tour of their new building. Chamber President and CEO Bob Linscheid and Director of Engagement Linda Vesneski presented both Chamber member locations with membership plaques while everyone toasted to their success.
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Made in the Shade
Summer Festival
Comes to Walnut Creek, June 26
Shadelands Business & Lifestyle Center to Host Community-wide Festival and Salute to Public Service
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The Shadelands business and lifestyle center in Walnut Creek is hosting a community-wide summer festival, Made in the Shade, on Sunday, June 26, 11am to 3pm, at the Shadelands SportsMall, 2640 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek. Free and family-friendly, Made in the Shade will feature live music, food trucks, craft beer, vendor booths, sports activities, demonstrations, and giveaways. I n addition to summer festival fun, Made in the Shade will honor the role public service plays in the health and well-being of our communities with a special Salute to Public Service presentation. Shadelands businesses and nonprofits are encouraged to showcase their organizations with a table at the community-wide Made in the Shade Festival. For more information and to register, click here.
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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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A WEEK OF FOOD & DRINK
Walnut Creek Restaurant Week is in full swing! Delight your palate at this downtown epicurean event. Eat your way across the city June 19-26 when local restaurants offer special prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus, decadent desserts, and happy hour deals.
Sponsored by
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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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MEDICARE 101
Education Session
Wednesday, June 29
11:30am – 12:15pm
This webinar will be presented by a Medicare Certified Agent, bilingual in Spanish. This session will be helpful to individuals that are: Turning 65 in the next 6-12 months, 65 years old and still enrolled in their employer sponsored group plan, 65 years old and retiring, any age and interested in learning about Medicare (for themselves or for a loved one) Register here. You will receive an email confirmation with webinar details after registration. This webinar will be recorded.
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The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development has awarded funding to the Chabot - Las Positas Community College District for the Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program to provide grants to microbusinesses in the counties of Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, and El Dorado. The deadline to apply is August 12, 2022. Program eligibility, FAQ and application can be found here.
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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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Nick Caputo
Jeff Dudum
Jeff Dudum
Jeff Dudum
John Canlas
Rachel Moniz
Galip (Steve) Adatepe
Andrew Turnbull
Antoinette Gonzales Norris
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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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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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