Community Events

Free Lecture by Guy Benoit

The Acalanes Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Lafayette Historical Society invite you to a lecture honoring the life and legacy of the Marquis de Lafayette, the "Hero of Two Worlds." Lafayette's 1824 Farewell Tour saw the last surviving major general of the American Revolution return triumphantly to the country he helped secure its independence, reigniting patriotic fervor as America approached its 50th anniversary. Delve into Lafayette’s remarkable contributions to the American Revolution, his friendship with George Washington, and his celebrated return in 1824. The evening concludes with a presentation by Mary McCosker, President of the Lafayette Historical Society, on the naming of the city of Lafayette.

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Join a moving tribute featuring a fife-and-drum procession, a city proclamation, and a wreath-laying ceremony at Lafayette’s statue to commemorate the 200th anniversary of his historic journey. (Rain location: Don Tatzin Community Hall, Lafayette Library).

The Young American Patriots Fife and Drum Corp  will begin playing at 11:15 am at the Lafayette Library Amphitheater Plaza, First St & Golden Gateway and lead a procession at 11:30 am to the statue of Lafayette at the Plaza for a tribute, proclamation and wreath-laying.

 RSVP: http://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/gc7chn4

It’s an unforgettable, can’t-miss party for Bay Area culture-lovers, philanthropists, and movers and shakers, with proceeds benefiting the musicians of the California Symphony and music programs that champion social justice and uplift and inspire our community.

This free Midday Music concert is brought to you by Front Porch Music with support from the Community Foundation of Lafayette. The one-hour show will feature two local acoustic bands playing a lively mix of vocal and guitar music with harmonies, mandolin, dobro, and fiddle. So bring your lunch and enjoy some delicious tunes suitable for any age.

This is a free event, and no ticket is required. 

SCORE has the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE can be a valuable resource.

The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce has been partnering with SCORE for over 15 years. We welcome our chamber members and community members to schedule a complimentary meeting with a SCORE representative on Tuesdays between the hours of 1:30pm-4:00pm in our Chamber office at 251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150. 

Mike Harris is our in-house SCORE counselor. Mike earned a BS with an emphasis on electronics from Stevens Institute of Technology and an MBA from Santa Clara University. After a few years in engineering, Mike spent most of his career in high tech marketing and operations management. While continuing to work in electronics he helped manage his family retail business. After retiring from his career in electronics, Mike began working with small businesses helping them obtain working capital loans. Besides mentoring, Mike helps present SCORE business plans and financial planning workshops.

To schedule your appointment, please call the Lafayette Chamber at (925) 284-7404 or book your appointment online by registering below. Enter your desired time frame. In person meetings at the Lafayette Chamber office are by appointment only and are scheduled every 30 minutes. Each Tuesday appointment must be scheduled by Thursday of the previous week to give Chamber staff and Mike Harris sufficient notice.

SCORE also offers free and low cost workshops. VIEW WORKSHOP SCHEDULE HERE

Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation and the City of Lafayette Public Art Committee present - Artists in Conversation.

Join us for a rare opportunity to engage with three acclaimed local artists - Brian Goggin, Kana Tanaka and Joyce Hsu - as they share inspirations, challenges and stories behind their work. They will be in conversation with Janice Peacock, author, artist and incoming Chair of the Lafayette Public Art Committee.

Meet artist Joyce Hsu whose playful piece has delighted children in the reading corner for 15 years and Brian Goggin whose work Speechless welcomes visitors as they walk through the Reading Court and up the patio stairs to the Library entrance. Kana Tanaka will share insight into her work and how her piece Optical Streams Part 1 & 2 has transformed over the years.

Registration required.

The Lafayette Library and Learning Center is home to an art collection of unique pieces curated by the Oakland Museum before the Library opened its doors in 2009.  This program is part of the 15th Anniversary celebration year of events hosted by the Library Foundation and in collaboration with the City of Lafayette Public Art Committee. 

Lafayette Business Women will be meet on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 8:45am-10:00am at Holistika.

Registration required! No cost for Lafayette Chamber members.  Guests welcome to attend the first meeting for free, then we encourage guests to join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration. Chamber members should sign in with their representative account to confirm membership.

Lafayette Business Women is Co-Chaired by Carine Camara, CARRINNA and Katie Santos, Consulting-Fitness HR.

Special thanks to Holistika for hosting and to Christina Alba, Rivulet Chiropractic for sponsoring!  

Photo from the Lafayette Business Women meeting at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center on January 8, 2025. 

Questions? Email us using the link below!      

The 2025 Lafayette Citizen of the Year is ... Ann Appert!

A dinner will be held in her honor on Thursday, April 10, 6pm-9pm at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa. 

Registration required using Purchase Tickets button below. Tickets are $105 per person. Menu is as follows:

Salad - Sonoma Greens: Green Beans, Toasted Almonds, Marinated Feta Cheese, Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Choose one Entree:  

Salmon Entree: Pistachio Crusted Salmon & Red Thai Curry Sauce

Chicken Entree: Florentine Chicken Roulade & Whole Grain Muster Sauce

Vegetarian Entree: Eggplant and Ratatouille Lattice Tart  (vegetarian option)

Dessert - Chocolate Decadence Cake: Devil’s Food Cake, Chocolate Mousse, Topped with Decadent Chocolate Ganache     

To learn more about Citizen of the Year, visit https://lafayettechamber.org/coy.

Photograph above of Ann Appert and her husband by Craig Isaacs, BlueGoo Photography.  

Outdoor CPR Training & Teambuilding is ideal for corporate teambuilding and company retreats. It includes online hybrid training and in-person events. 

Contact us for more information and registration. 

Are you looking for another networking opportunity? Do you want to meet people who might be able to help you grow your business through referrals? Join Chamber Connectors! Connectors will meet every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 8:15am. For April we will meet at Creekside Commons.

Register below for the April 16, 8:15am event at Creekside Commons. 

Special thanks to Gratitude Coffee Bar and Lounge for the morning coffee!  Lafayette Chamber Connectors is Co-Chaired by Fred Steingraf, Edward Jones and Rebekah Dani, Rebekah Dani Coaching & Consulting.  

Chamber Connectors will provide Lafayette Chamber members an opportunity to showcase their business and meet other professionals that may be able to refer you to new customers. Each meeting will last an hour and will consist of an opportunity to introduce yourself and your business and then have an open networking session with all attendees.

No cost for Lafayette Chamber members.  Guests welcome to attend their first Lafayette Chamber event/meeting for free, then we encourage guests to join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration. 

Sponsorship opportunities are available for drinks and snacks! Please contact Fred Steingraf at fred.steingraf@edwardjones.com for sponsorship information.

Photo from the 2025 Connectors kick-off at Creekside Commons on January 15, 2025.  

You're invited to another fantastic mixer with Greet Lafayette and Premier Kitchens! Join us on Wednesday, April 16, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Premier Kitchens Showroom on Mt. Diablo Blvd.

Come mix and mingle with fellow community members and local business leaders in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy complimentary drinks and appetizers, courtesy of Premier Kitchens, while making meaningful connections.

RSVP at www.greetlafayette.com/events to secure your spot—we can't wait to raise a glass with you on April 16 at Premier Kitchens Showroom!

Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals will meet on Thursday, April 17, 2025, 5:30pm-7pm at Sonder Beauty Studio.

Registration required!    

No cost for Lafayette Chamber members.  Guests welcome to attend the first meeting for free, then we encourage guests to join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration.

Chamber members should sign in with their representative account to confirm membership.

Photo from January at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa.  

Questions? Email us using the link below!