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This Week in the Harbor

October 14, 2024

In case you missed the city’s Gig-A-Byte newsletter on Friday, October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the importance of staying safe and secure online. This initiative, led by government and industry partners, aims to educate individuals and organizations on how to protect themselves from cyber threats such as data breaches, phishing, and malware. The theme for 2024 emphasizes proactive steps everyone can take to reduce the risk of being a victim. Here are a few simple tips to keep yourself secure online:

• Use Strong, Unique Passwords: Ensure your passwords are long, complex, and different for each account. Consider using a password manager.

• Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Whenever possible, add an extra layer of protection by requiring more than just a password to access your accounts.

• Be Cautious with Emails: Watch out for phishing scams. Don’t click on links or open attachments from unknown senders.

• Update Your Software: Regularly update your devices and applications to ensure you have the latest security patches.

• Secure Your Wi-Fi Network: Use a strong password and encryption to protect your home network from intruders.

As the City of Gig Harbor continues to make cybersecurity a priority, we encourage all residents to do the same. By staying informed and vigilant, we can work together to protect our community from cyber threats.

Welcome New Member

The Gallery is a very different cannabis experience. Thought of first as a conceptualized art gallery with cannabis retail as a secondary consideration, our primary concern is to provide our customers with an experience completely different from what they had come to expect as a marijuana retailer. Most people expect a dingy ‘greencross’ in a shady storefront. Combating the idea of old-school marijuana sales is very important to us and upon your first visit to The Gallery, you’ll understand why.

News & Opportunities

Join us for this week's Public Affairs Forum on Oct. 17!



This week we welcome Michelle Caldier and Tiffiny Mitchell, candidates for WA State Representative Pos#2, Legislative District 26. Bring your questions for the candidates leading up to the election.

Heritage Distilling Co. will provide FREE drip coffee for all participants.

Join the Young Professionals on October 16!

Looking for a way to connect with Young Professionals in the area? The next GHYP meeting will be on October 16 from 5:00 -7:00pm at The Harbor Law Group. Our speaker will be Kira Rubel, Principal and Owner of The Harbor Law Group.

Please join us for a fun evening of networking, drinks, and snacks!

Pre-registration is required!

🗓️October 16, 2024

⏰5:00pm-7:00pm

📍The Harbor Law Group, 8811 N Harborview Dr # B, Gig Harbor, WA 98332

TCC is hosting a job fair on Friday, October 18th from 10:00am to 1:00pm at TCC Gig Harbor.

Job seekers can register by scanning the QR Code in the image above.

Any businesses that would be interested in participating in this event, please contact Louis Ihrig at louis.ihrig@esd.wa.gov to register.

Join the Seattle Sounders for Chamber of Commerce Night on Saturday, October 19!

Discounted tickets are available for members of local chambers of commerce for the biggest match of the season, Decision Day vs their rivals the Portland Timbers.

Scan the QR code or click the button below to purchase discounted tickets.

The Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan is a plan for our community's future. Every ten years, the City comes together to update this important document to guide the vision and growth for Gig Harbor over the next 20 years. The 2023-2024 update cycle will also include an update to the transportation plan and a new climate action element.

Attend the final open house on the Comprehensive Plan Update on October 23 from 4:00-6:00pm at the Gig Harbor Civic Center. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our community.

For more information on the Gig Harbor Comprehensive Plan, visit the website by clicking the button below.

Chamber Calendar

Sponsorship

If you are interested in getting more info about becoming a sponsor contact Janet Steiner (408) 375-8185 or email her at jsteiner@gigharborchamber.com.

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