News & Events from the Lafayette Chamber |
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Jay Lifson, Executive Director
251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150, Lafayette, CA
Virtual Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, Friday 9am-1pm
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Earth Day is Thursday, April 22!
➡ "Earth To Contra Costa!" Earth Day 2021 Guide
➡ Save Money and Earn Prizes with the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge
➡ Seven Eco-Conscious Tips For Your Laundry Room
➡ Free Virtual Home Composting Workshop
➡ Wildfire and You: Protecting Your Home From Wildfire
Yelp will host exciting promotions and an event series this week called Plant Week that features Lafayette Chamber member Fringe + Fern! Yelp is doing a Yelp check-in offer with them and also will feature them in our plant guide blog post. Yelp Check-in Offer: 20% off a plant of the customer’s choice and 10% off all planters. Click here to view the plant guide.
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Lafayette’s Favorite Dinner Party – The “Taste of Lafayette” Restaurant Stroll!
Tuesday, June 22, 5pm-8pm, Downtown Lafayette
Yes, you saw that correctly! The Lafayette Chamber is preparing for our first community event of the year, the Taste of Lafayette! Tickets are now on sale, $50 early bird through May 31, 2021, $55 thereafter.
The “stroll” begins when ticket holders head out at their own pace to stop at any or all of the participating restaurants for sampling. Open-air shuttle bus will be provided. Will call and bar will be at Lafayette Plaza Park 5pm-8pm. Evening includes music throughout the stroll.
Tickets are limited and the event will account for any state/county health and safety guidelines. Please note you may be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result within 72 hours of the event. High risk or those not feeling well should not attend. Face coverings will be required unless immediately eating or drinking.
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Welcome New Members!
The following business joined the Lafayette Chamber last week! We encourage you to visit their website and social media to learn more.
1555 Botelho Dr., #129, Walnut Creek
Solomon de los Reyes, 916-670-9970
We help businesses use their data to deliver impact. We have a multiple disciplines including restaurant analytics.
Categories: Tech Consulting, Restaurant Services / Cleaning
Thank You Renewing Members!
The following members renewed their membership April 12-18, 2021.
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Member Shout-Out: In the News
This week's Member Shout-Out goes to those Chamber Members that we have seen featured in the news!
San Francisco Business Times
Mercury News
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Classifieds
Now Hiring!
Are you looking for a job? See also our Instagram Highlight for Lafayette Chamber businesses that are hiring! |
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Room for Rent at Lafayette Beauty
Lafayette Beauty in downtown Lafayette has an available room for rent. It would make a great space for an esthetician or someone who wants to do micro blading, lash extensions or other personal services. The rent is $750 including utilities. Contact Fereshta Popal at (510) 825-1398 for more information.
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Sub-lease available at 3355 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette
The Peter Pan Foundation would like to find a tenant that would allow them to share the space for occasional use. So if the tenant used it primarily during business hours, PPF could have use of that room evenings and weekends, potentially.
It's one large room, about 300 sq. feet. Access to a private bathroom.
There is a door that separates that room from the PPF side of the building.
One parking space would be available in the back.
Rent would be $900 a month plus $50 for utilities that would include, PG&E, water, garbage and internet. The space is available 4/1 but can be moved into anytime during the month of April, with pro-rated rents. Looking for someone to sign a 6 month lease with month-to-month after that and a 60 day notice to vacate. For more info, call Gina Campo, 925-822-2561
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Supervisor Candace Andersen's Weekly Update
➡ Contra Costa County Remains in the Orange Tier: Contra Costa County must remain in the Orange Tier for at least three weeks before moving into the next, less restrictive yellow tier. It is important to still remain careful. Many communities are seeing a slight rise in cases with both the California and UK Variant. We’re hoping that our vaccinations will outpace these new cases.
➡ 60.1% of Contra Costa Residents are Vaccinated
➡ You Can Now Directly Schedule Vaccine Appointments Online with Contra Costa Health
➡ Elevator at Lafayette BART Station Out of Service
➡ Clipper Card Can Now be Transferred to Your Apple iPhone or Apple Watch
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General Plan Update: Housing Element Workshops
The General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) is winding down its informational phase of the Housing Element update and is moving into the public input period. The GPAC is hosting four community workshops to gather input on how our community should plan for housing. Each session will be a deep dive into different aspects of what goes into the Housing Element and the workshops will be an opportunity to connect with other community members on the topic of housing.
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Relief Funding for Small Businesses
The City of Lafayette is proud to offer the Small Business Assistance Program to all small businesses within our community. Small business assistance webinars are held every Thursday afternoon at 4pm to discuss the Paycheck Protection Program and other tips to obtain funding. There is also a Q&A panel where you can get answers to your questions live. Feel free to register for the Webinar by clicking HERE and select the date and time that works best for you. Get verified for this free service HERE.
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Chamber Connectors Networking Group
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 4:30pm, Online
The Lafayette Chamber is hosting a networking/referral group called Chamber Connectors for current Lafayette Chamber members. We meet twice a month (first and third Wednesday of the month at 4:30pm) online for now!
If you're interested in joining this free networking group, please contact Fred Steingraf at fred.steingraf@edwardjones.com. Or simply use this link to join us on Zoom Wednesday, April 21, 4:30pm.
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National Tell a Story Day - A Year of Zoom
Celebrate National Tell a Story Day, Tuesday April 27, 5-6pm, Zoom
Making connections and building relationships starts with a story. It has been a year since White Rabbit Business Solutions began conducting Zoom events to bring small business owners together to share a little about themself and their business. Networking is a crucial part of promoting any business and in these times, it's even more important!
I think it's safe to say we all have many stories about this past year of COVID! For all of you who have attended one of our events over this past year and for those of you intending to, register today and let's celebrate your story! Yes, that's right, it's National Tell a Story Day April 27, 2021 and we're going to celebrate your story!!! Register for this FREE EVENT HERE today!
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Ribbon Cutting at Diablo Auto Works!
Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 8:30am at Diablo Auto Works … 3364 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. (Pending County health and safety guidelines at that time!)
It's our first in-person event of the year!
Diablo Auto Works is an automotive customization shop. Services include Test Only Smog, Window Tinting Services, Tires, Wheels, and NEW! DMV registration services! Check out their Instagram page or website to learn more! Come meet owner, Luis Velez, Jr. and say hi to fellow members (from 6ft away!)
Coffee and a breakfast treat generously provided by Lafayette Chamber member Associated Services!
Registration is requested. Limited attendees due to current restrictions. High risk individuals or those not feeling well should not attend. Face coverings will be required unless immediately eating or drinking.
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Join the CHAMBER TEAM in the Hope Walk!
Please help us support the Cancer Support Community by making a contribution to our team. Walk, hike, swim, or ride from your favorite spot and send picture. Together, we can make a difference! Thanks to Ali Stoddard ( Green Alley) for being a Community Partner and Molly Northrup ( Northrup Consulting) for being our team leader.
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Member & Community Announcements |
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Want to improve your public speaking skills?
Come find out what all the talk is about! Toastmasters is great organization to improve your communication and leadership skills.
You'll learn and practice public speaking in a friendly, comfortable environment. Our members are there for the same reason you are — to become better communicators. We have members of all levels, from beginners to experienced speakers.
Please contact Marilyn for the Zoom meeting details or more information at
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Housing is Key
If you're a landlord or income eligible renter in California, have been financially impacted by COVID-19, and need help paying rent or utilities, the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program may be able to help.
To check eligibility and apply, or to find an organization in your community to help, visit HousingIsKey.com or call 833-430-2122. View flyer.
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DIALOGUE TO ACTION - Discussion on Racism & Prejudice
Tuesday, April 27th - 7:00PM, Zoom
The Mt. Diablo Peace & Justice Center invites you to join us for the first event in our new bi-monthly series of community discussion forums, Dialogue to Action.
The goal of our Dialogue to Action series is to identify critical issues impacting our community and work with one another to share experiences and develop strategies for effective action.
We will focus our conversation on racism, prejudice, and the experiences of people of color living in Contra Costa County.
This event is open and FREE to the public.
As intergenerational perspectives are KEY to healthy community building, we highly welcome participation from community members of all ages, backgrounds, and depth of activism experience!
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Diablo Magazine: A call for entries, tell us about an Agent of Change
Diablo magazine is looking for the next generation of changemakers, and they want to hear about how you're making your mark on the East Bay. Submit your own story, or tell us about someone you know who is a trailblazer in our community. Learn more and submit here. Entries due by May 31. |
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Medicare Seminars
If you or someone you know has questions about Medicare, our free, virtual, and educational seminars are perfect for you. We have licensed Medicare agents teaching you all the basics. Join us to get your questions answered. No cost, no obligation. No Sales. Under 1 hour. For times and dates and to REGISTER go to canopy.vanbergins.com OR call (877) 833-4253 TTY 711. |
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From the Lafayette Library and Learning Center |
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Thank you! National Library Week was a success, thanks to everyone who donated. With your generous support we exceeded the matching challenge goal of $10,000!
Thank you to the Friends of the Lafayette Library and our generous community for celebrating and supporting the Lafayette Library and Learning Center - the cultural and educational heart of our community.
Because of YOU the Lafayette Library continues to thrive!
Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation Distinguished Speaker Series Presents Alia Volz: Home Baked My Mom, Marijuana, and the Stoning of San Francisco
In conversation with Beth Lisick.
Home Baked is a funny, heartfelt memoir and a compelling portrait of San Francisco in the tumultuous late 1970’s. Author Alia Volz discusses her unconventional childhood and her family's illicit "home baked" business - Sticky Fingers Brownies - run by her larger than life mother.
Beth Lisick is a Bay Area writer, actor and storytelling producer. She has published six books including her NY Times best-selling comic memoir Everybody Into the Pool.
Reopening Monday, April 26
Beginning Monday, April 26, Lafayette Library will reopen to the public for Grab & Go service. For details, visit ccclib.org.
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Please note: to signup via text you will be asked for your birthdate. This information is not stored, it is only used for verify you are over 21 years of age.
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Show Your Membership!
Would you like to include a Lafayette Chamber membership emblem on your website or other marketing materials?
The Lafayette Chamber would be happy to provide you with the appropriate logos. Simply email your request to holly@lafayettechamber.org. |
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