Steve Van Dorn
President/CEO
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Protect our children, protect ourselves and help our businesses thrive |
Please Get Vaccinated. As you know, we are now experiencing an uptick in COVID-19 cases, primarily driven by individuals who have yet to be vaccinated. To keep Pleasanton open for business, it is imperative that everyone who is medically able to do so, gets vaccinated.
I call on all our member organizations to urge their employees to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Ensuring that everyone who is not yet vaccinated does so quickly is critical to saving lives, restoring our local economy, keeping businesses open at full capacity and getting workers back on the job.
Please consider communicating to your employees the following messaging:
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Every dose counts. Get vaccinated today so small businesses, like ours, can remain open for business.
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Do your part. Vaccines save lives and save jobs. Please get vaccinated today. Keep Pleasanton open for business.
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We’re counting on you. Get vaccinated today and keep Pleasanton’s small businesses like ours open for business.
Working together to increase our vaccination rates will not only save lives but will help our businesses survive!
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The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2021 and will be commemorating the occasion with a variety of captivating stories, news articles, and reflections from community leaders.
"One of our favorite memories was the mixers we hosted with fellow members. It was a great opportunity for a small business like ours to host one of the more popular networking events the chamber puts on. It was great for us and our co-hosts to showcase our businesses while sharing in the expenses. I think the exposure to the Pleasanton Community and fellow members was significant for us. As a sign company, people remember more about your business and what you do when they can see your shop and all the types of signs we fabricate."
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Todd Moberg
2017 Board Chair
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Hi Five Sports Club Tri-Valley Recipient of 214 Gift |
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A generous donor has partnered with the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce to provide a monthly contribution to a small business. The anonymous donation has been named The 214 Gift, and each month, a different Chamber member will be presented with a check.
Owners Roger and Lineah Younan began operating in the Tri-Valley in December of 2019, right before the COVID-19 shelter-in-place. They managed to stay in business while offering virtual movement classes for free as they saw the increased need for activity and fitness among school-aged children.
As regulations began to ease, they felt it was safe to operate in-person and began their first in-person camps. Starting with only a couple of kids registered in their multi-sport class, they have now grown to sold out summer camps and are offering a variety of classes from cricket to basketball and even yoga.
As parents of two young children themselves, Lineah and Roger understand the key elements in growing a love for sports and fitness at a young age are patience, variety of sport, and most importantly, fun!
Their goal is to get kids outside again, playing, learning, and interacting in a safe and non-competitive environment. The next step for Hi-Five Tri-Valley is their upcoming after school club offered through the City of Pleasanton and the City of Dublin. Learn more about Hi Five Sports Club Tri-Valley here. |
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Welcome to the Chamber's New Members |
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Studies show consumers prefer to do business with Chamber members by a margin of 2-to-1 over non-members. We recommend that you look to Chamber members for your business and consumer needs. You can access our online member directory here. Congratulations to the following new members that have recently joined the Chamber.
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All Star Sports New Location and Soccer Special |
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All Star Sports, a family and veteran-owned sporting goods store is happy to announce that they have opened up their new location on the corner of Hopyard and West Las Positas. The new address is 6051 West Las Positas in Pleasanton, in the Lucky's shopping center. They can’t wait to give you the same great service you have come to know. Stop by today to see the progress on this new location and ask about the Youth Soccer Pack, available for a limited time. |
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Reusable Foodware Is Safe, Allowed and Encouraged |
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As food businesses in Alameda County are reopening and rebuilding their operations, they no longer need to rely on disposable cups, plates, utensils and other food service items to keep customers and staff safe. Consistent with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, local health authorities are explicitly allowing reusable foodware when properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. In addition to reducing costs, reusable foodware also cuts waste, prevents litter, and improves diner experience. For detailed guidance on reusable foodware, as well as related resources including funding assistance and technical support, download StopWaste’s Reusable Foodware Guide developed in consultation with the Alameda County Department of Environmental Health. |
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Support Under-Served Breast Cancer Patients |
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Being planned as a hybrid event this year, the fundraiser kick-off takes place on September 25 in Pleasanton. Registered walkers and runners may complete their participation any time between September 25 and October 2. Those who choose the gentle all-levels yoga session may join in on September 25. Whether you join in person or virtually, your support will give under-served patients access to products and services that help them heal physically and emotionally. Learn more here.
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Today: Enjoy Yafa Hummus to benefit Spectrum's Meals on Wheels |
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Join Spectrum at Yafa Hummus' Dublin or Livermore locations on Tuesday, August 3rd from 4-9 PM to help raise funds for our Meals on Wheels Program. Yafa Hummus is donating 20% of all sales between 4-9PM to Spectrum Community Services, your Tri-Valley Meals on Wheels Provider. No flyer required, but please feel free to let the staff know you're supporting Spectrum.
Yafa Hummus 7012 Amador Plaza Road, Dublin or 2050 Portola Avenue, Livermore
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Stanford Blood Center Launches "New Normal" Campaign |
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This August, as our community begins to open up and our daily lives begin to change once again, Stanford Blood Center wants to provide a reminder that the need for blood remains constant. To encourage our community to continue to prioritize blood donation, we are launching our “New Normal” campaign, and asking current and potential donors to “make blood donation part of your New Normal.”
As a thank-you to those who donate August 1-31 at any center or mobile blood drive, they will automatically be entered to win one of eight Apple Watches. Plus, anyone who presents to donate in August and then goes the extra step to book their next appointment beyond August will be entered to win a Peloton Bike! Learn more and check out our video at stanfordbloodcenter.org/new-normal.
Stanford Blood Center also has a community mobile drive coming up at Bernal Park in Pleasanton on August 13. Learn more about this local community blood drive here. |
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Awesome Pizza, Great Fried Chicken, Craft Beer, Cocktails, Patio, TVs |
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Porky's Pizza Palace is a family-owned, neighborhood pizza parlor established in 1963. Specializing in great authentic hand tossed pizza with an amazing amount of fresh toppings. Also serving fresh, plump, juicy fried chicken and pasta with mom's homemade meat sauce. Served in a family friendly atmosphere with patio dining. Local craft beers, wine and cocktails, full bar.
Porky's and the Valenziano family hosted the Chamber's first in-person networking mixer in more than a year as they opened their patio to all Chamber members for the July mixer. Hear from Nick Valenziano of Porky's Pizza Palace as he spoke to attendees at the mixer here.
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Porky's Party Packages
Available for any size group - Pick-up - Delivery - Pizza - Pasta - Chicken
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Porky's Lunch Specials
Hot meals fast - Monday-Friday - 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Be a Gift Pleasanton Merchant - Keep Spending Local |
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Gift Pleasanton keeps spending local and benefits businesses in Pleasanton. Accepted at participating businesses citywide, customers can show the eGift card on a mobile device, making it easy to shop, dine, and support Pleasanton businesses.
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THE CHAMBER IS COMMUNITY
We are devoted to making our community a great place to live, work and raise families. Everything we are and everything we do is in the service of a stronger community. Unite for the greater good at www.pleasanton.org.
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce
Catalyst • Convener • Champion
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