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Friday, November 20, 2020Signature Chamber Event

CANCELED: Community Thanksgiving Breakfast

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE PANDEMIC, THE COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING BREAKFAST HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE WILL GATHER AGAIN WHEN IT IS SAFE TO DO SO! 

 

About: We invite everyone! Politicos, non-profits, school representatives, business leaders, community leaders, Rotarians, our Chamber members, etc. to all come together to share in a breakfast and enjoy our special speaker. 

 

Event starts at 7am and ends by 8:30am.

 

Learn more about the event here: https://lafayettechamber.org/breakfast

 

Registration is required as NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

 

Please note: all or parts of this event may be videotaped/recorded. 

  

When:
Friday, November 20, 2020 7:00 AM thru 08:30 AM
Registration:
Tickets will only be available until 10am Tuesday, November 17.

Register

For More Info:
Sara Regan
(925) 284-7404
sara@lafayettechamber.org

Friday, November 20, 2020Office Closure

OFFICE CLOSED

The Lafayette Chamber Office will be closing at 1pm on Friday, November 20 and will remain closed until 9am on Monday, November 30 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

When:
from Friday, November 20, 2020 1:00 PM
thru Monday, November 30, 2020 9:00 AM
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Monday, November 23, 2020"Coffee" with ...

Coffee with Mayor Mike Anderson on New COVID Restrictions

Coffee with Mayor Mike Anderson: What New COVID-19 Restrictions Mean For Lafayette

 

Click here to join: 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87307005182?pwd=NjNmdDQxUFRhWVpCV1JsSXRjM1Q5QT09

Please join Lafayette Mayor Mike Anderson, City Manager Niroop Srivatsa, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jay Lifson, Police Chief Ben Alldritt, and Contra Costa Fire Marshal Chris Bachman in a discussion of the new Contra Costa County COVID-19 public health restrictions and how they impact Lafayette’s businesses and residents.

 

This special one-hour “Coffee with the Mayor,” takes place on Monday, November 23, at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom webinar and Facebook Live. Joining instructions are below.

 

Mayor Anderson will discuss how all of us can work together as a community to stay healthy and safe, what the new countywide restrictions are, enforcement of these restrictions, and how businesses can operate in a safe manner while following the new restrictions.

 

The Mayor and panelists will also listen to how people are dealing with the pandemic, including ways the City can assist them and measures residents and businesses recommend be taken to keep each other safe.

 

You can watch the meeting and provide written comment on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/lovelafayette/

 

If you wish to participate on Zoom, you can do so by following these joining instructions:

Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device:

Please click this URL to join: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87307005182?pwd=NjNmdDQxUFRhWVpCV1JsSXRjM1Q5QT09
Passcode: 061408

 

Or join by phone:

Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):

US: +1 669 900 9128  or +1 253 215 8782  or +1 346 248 7799  or +1 312 626 6799  or +1 646 558 8656  or +1 301 715 8592

Webinar ID: 873 0700 5182
Passcode: 061408
 


When:
Monday, November 23, 2020 9:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Online, Please click this URL to join. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87307005182?pwd=NjNmdDQxUFRhWVpCV1JsSXRjM1Q5QT09 Passcode: 061408
For More Info:
Jay Lifson
(925) 284-7404
jay@lafayettechamber.org
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Tuesday, December 01, 2020Executive Committee

Executive Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Chamber Executive Committee meets monthly typically the week before our Board Meeting.

When:
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 8:00 AM thru 09:00 AM
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Sunday, December 06, 2020Signature Chamber Event

Making the Holidays Bright

Making the Holidays Bright

Join us in solidarity as Lafayette lights the night! We encourage everyone to turn on your lights Sunday, Dec. 6, 6pm.

 

What a year it has been. We will always remember 2020. Wouldn’t you agree we all need a little holiday cheer? The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lafayette invite you to share a moment in time with us that we can do all together but separately.

 

For the past seven years the Dana Green Team and Branagh Development have sponsored the twinkle lights up and down Mt. Diablo Blvd. Their donation helps the Chamber pay for the installation and maintenance of the lights that have a heartening effect on our downtown, giving us cheer and raising our spirits during the holiday season. Due to strict shelter-in-place guidelines we will not be able to schedule the annual “It’s A Wonderful Life in Lafayette.” However, on Sunday night, December 6, we will flip the switch to turn on the tree in Plaza Park and we invite you to have your holiday decorations up and ready to turn on at 6pm. Imagine how fun that will be in each neighborhood. Back at the Plaza Park, we’ll have the Holiday Snow Globe available for your Holiday Family Photo through December 25.

 

Learn more at https://lafayettechamber.org/lights


When:
Sunday, December 6, 2020 6:00 PM
Where:
City of Lafayette & Lafayette Plaza Park
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Monday, December 07, 2020Chamber Board

Chamber Board Meeting

The Lafayette Chamber Office will be closed on Monday, December 7 from 11:30am-2pm while the staff meets with the Chamber Board for their monthly meeting.

When:
Monday, December 7, 2020 12:00 PM thru 02:00 PM
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Wednesday, December 09, 2020Mixer

Lafayette Chamber's December Networking Mixer

Lafayette Chamber's December Networking Mixer

The Chamber's holiday mixer is typically our "mixer of the year" but let's not let Covid-19 stop us.

 

Join us for our December mixer which promises to be your opportunity to welcome our new members and network with fellow members and the community!

 

Special holiday music performances by Stevie Coyle of Mighty Fine Guitars and Mark Shaw, Remax Accord Real Estate Broker. And a beautiful silver locket give away by Morrison's Jewelers. It’s been a tough year and a little music and a jewelry gift will cheer up just about anyone!

 

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtc-ipqT8uGNTfXlOeuGVyDGDBfr7wMvka

 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

  

When:
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 6:00 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:
Zoom, of course! Register using link in description.
For More Info:
Sara Regan
(925) 284-7404
sara@lafayettechamber.org
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Wednesday, December 16, 2020Young Professionals

Lafayette Young Professionals - Wine Down Wednesday

Lafayette Young Professionals - Wine Down Wednesday
Join the Lafayette Young Professionals for some Holiday Cheer and a glass of wine for a Mid-Week Holiday Inspired Cocktail Hour!


This will be our last event of 2020! We will be having a very casual virtual mixer to help support each other as we get closer to the finish line for 2020!


We will also be discussing plans for 2021 and growing Young Professionals, finding ways to increase the support we provide and would love to hear your ideas!!


Once you register, you will receive a confirmation and the Zoom link will be sent out Tuesday, December 15th for access.

When:
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 6:00 PM thru 07:30 PM
For More Info:
Holly Sonne
(925) 284-7404
holly@lafayettechamber.org
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Wednesday, December 23, 2020Office Closure

OFFICE CLOSED

The Lafayette Chamber Office will be closing at noon on Wednesday, December 23 for the holidays. We will reopen at 9am on Monday, January 4.

When:
from Wednesday, December 23, 2020 12:00 PM
thru Friday, January 1, 2021 1:00 PM
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Friday, January 22, 2021"Coffee" with ...

"Coffee" with the City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

"Coffee" with the City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

The recording of our Jan. 22 "Coffee" with Love Lafayette Mayor Candell can be found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/icwWfFJoNGP5U6Y0mZmPAbrRsuXIfOFcuEXPxo-nqZNyiYugTu0M-8MK7vdWK__D.84WHTQFhAafE3ufN

Passcode: +CH.8fdK

 

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We welcome Susan Candell as Lafayette’s new Mayor. Susan was sworn in at the December City Council Meeting. Susan grew up in Orinda and after her college years at Berkeley and MIT, she came back to Lamorinda and settled here in Lafayette over 20 years ago. She has volunteered for many non-profits including Children’s Hospital, LPIE, the Lafayette Community Foundation and, for the last three years, the Lafayette City Council. Mayor Candell's priorities for Lafayette in 2021 include the new General Plan for the City, state housing mandates and public safety. Join us for "coffee" and get a chance to meet and speak with Susan this Friday at 8am. 

Register in advance for this webinar at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x4CHoVdjRE2C8XkfXQoEug After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Send questions in advance to holly@lafayettechamber.org.

 

When:
Friday, January 22, 2021 8:00 AM thru 09:00 AM
Where:

Online, via Zoom, Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x4CHoVdjRE2C8XkfXQoEug

 

Send questions in advance to Holly at holly@lafayettechamber.org

For More Info:
Holly Sonne
(925) 284-7404
holly@lafayettechamber.org
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Wednesday, January 27, 2021Mixer

Lafayette Chamber's January Mixer

Lafayette Chamber's January Mixer

Excited for the hopefulness of 2021, join the Lafayette Chamber for our first mixer of 2021.

 

 

Hear from Board President John McCormick on the Chamber's mission for 2021. Be updated on the City's Business Assistance Program from Executive Director Jay Lifson. Meet and network with our new members and learn about important upcoming events that could help you thrive in 2021 and beyond! Networking and of course a fun surprise or two! 

 

Plus, to start your year off with rejuvenating healthy hair, skin and nails, Microhair Aesthetics will be giving away a free Fountain of Youth Collagen Powder and Cleansing Oil package!

 

Register here for Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdOqrqDguG9KyfYRuI5l8Dliw6sklssa0

There is no better time than now to meet a new friend, explore cross-promotions, create a larger network, refer your neighbors and help us join together for the betterment the Lafayette community. Whether you’ve been a Chamber Member for 65 years or just days, we all have the same goal keep - Lafayette, CA Strong.


When:
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 6:00 PM thru 07:00 PM
For More Info:
Sara Regan
(925) 284-7404
sara@lafayettechamber.org
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Tuesday, February 02, 2021Business Seminar Series

The State of Digital Marketing for Local in 2021

The State of Digital Marketing for Local in 2021

Uncertain about how to manage your digital marketing in 2021?

 

Learn the “5 Virtual Pillars” of digital marketing that will keep your business top of mind for your most valued customers in 2021 and beyond.

 

- Small business advertising solutions that don’t include Google Ads.

- Get tips on simple adjusts to your website that will improve your SEO.

- Automating social and best channels for your industry.

- Why reviews matter more than you know and how to ask for more.

- How to update and keep track of your company citations across the web.

 

Presented by Dave Coleman, The Piinch Company

Join the Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 2 at noon: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83632300119?pwd=TjNQazAzaWpwNHZRYmtOVTYzRU1Edz09


When:
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
For More Info:
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Monday, February 08, 2021Chamber Board

Lafayette Chamber Board of Directors Meeting

The Chamber Board leadership team meets monthly, currently online. To learn more about our Board of Directors, click here.

When:
Monday, February 8, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:30 PM
Where:
Online via Zoom.
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Thursday, February 11, 2021City of Lafayette

Mayor's State of the City Address

Mayor's State of the City Address

Please join the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lafayette for Mayor Susan Candell’s State of the City address on Thursday, February 11, at 6:00 p.m.

 

This hour-long virtual event will include Mayor Candell's speech, presentations by City of Lafayette Departments, a Q&A, and musical entertainment by Scott Lindorfer and Rachel Dunzweiler. 

 

The evening will include a welcome by John McCormick, Chamber Board President and owner of Lamorinda Music followed by Mayor Candell's address. Jeff Heyman, Communications Analyst for the City of Lafayette will introduce the City Departments: Niroop Srivatsa, City Manager; Tracy Robinson, Administrative Services Director; Jonathan Katayanagi, Parks, Trails and Recreation Director; Mike Moran, Engineering and Public Works Director; Greg Wolff, Planning and Building Director; and Ben Alldritt, Police Chief. 

 

The public is encouraged to ask questions during the Q&A session. Please direct questions in advance to jheyman@ci.lafayette.ca.us.

 

Don't miss this special evening. Please click this link on February 11, at 6:00 p.m., To join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83678882542?pwd=aW93SnhiVFd5aGJmbVFjanhDSmRFQT09(Passcode: 814816) or tune in to the live broadcast on the City's YouTube channel here: http://bit.ly/LoveLafayetteYouTube.

  

When:
Thursday, February 11, 2021 6:00 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:
To join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83678882542?pwd=aW93SnhiVFd5aGJmbVFjanhDSmRFQT09 (Passcode: 814816) or tune in to the live broadcast on the City's YouTube channel here: http://bit.ly/LoveLafayetteYouTube.
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Monday, February 15, 2021Office Closure

Office Closed - President's Day

The office will be closed President's Day.

When:
Monday, February 15, 2021 9:00 AM thru 04:00 PM
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Monday, February 22, 2021Young Professionals

Lafayette Young Professionals - Margarita Monday

Lafayette Young Professionals - Margarita Monday

Online Happy Hour with the members of the Lafayette, CA Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group.

 

Come join us for our first Margarita Monday on February 22nd! We will be having an evening of comradery, fun and great connections!

Please join us if you are a young career or business minded individual looking for more connections with people just like you! You will receive access to the event page and margarita recipes after you register!


When:
Monday, February 22, 2021 6:00 PM
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Tuesday, February 23, 2021Business Seminar Series

The Importance of Knowing What Your Business is Worth!

The Importance of Knowing What Your Business is Worth!
The Importance of Knowing What Your Business is Worth!

This webinar is designed to help you create your roadmap from today to when you sell your business (at the highest value possible)! Before selling your business, it's important to create a valuation road map to make the most profit from your hard work.



Without a map of where you are going, you put yourself in the passenger seat instead of driving your company growth.



Attendees will learn:

- Why business valuation is important in succession planning.

- How retirement planning coincides with your business.

- How your business value is determined.

- You want to sell your business—Now what?

When:
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:

Online via Zoom.

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtc-uvpjspGtXRmayDdhEUIGTbq_mqfVIF

 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

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Thursday, February 25, 2021City of Lafayette

General Plan Update’s Housing Element 101

General Plan Update’s Housing Element 101

Don’t Miss the General Plan Update’s Housing Element 101


Join the City of Lafayette for Housing Element 101 webinars to get informed about the General Plan update and the specific chapter on housing. Housing is relevant to you for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you are thinking about how you might age in place, maybe your family is growing and you need a larger space, and maybe you know a friend, sibling, or child that would love to live in Lafayette but cannot find a place that fits their budget. Come learn with your neighbors about what the Housing Element is and how it might affect you. To find out more information and register for a session, visit www.PlanLafayette.org

 

Also, join members of the Lafayette community on EngagementHQ to share ideas of what you want to see, things you’d like to improve, and what you love about Lafayette.

 

EngagementHQ will be updated with new activities, like mapping exercises, quizzes, surveys, and community forums. GPAC members will use feedback from this platform to inform the goals, policies, and programs for the General Plan. Register today to make your voice heard. You can also watch last week's https://youtu.be/gDEWEs830Jg on the City's YouTube channel. 

 

Housing Element 101 Meeting Information
All sessions will be held over Zoom Webinar. Visit
PlanLafayette.org to register and receive log in information. Registration is Required. Write in questions ahead of time to generalplan@lovelafayette.org.

 

Downtown - Thursday, February 25th at 6PM
Special Session for Community Organizations - Wednesday, March 3rd at 6PM
Special Session for Youth - Thursday, March 4th at 6PM
Acalanes Valley & Happy Valley - Thursday, March 11th at 6PM
Reliez Valley - Thursday, March 18th at 6PM

 

The General Plan website is regularly updated with meeting information and project updates. Visit PlanLafayette.org to find activities, information on housing, materials from past meetings, and details on future meetings. 


When:
Thursday, February 25, 2021 6:00 PM thru 07:00 PM
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Friday, February 26, 2021"Coffee" with ...

"Coffee" with the City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

"Coffee" with the City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

We welcome Susan Candell as Lafayette’s new Mayor. Susan was sworn in at the December City Council Meeting. Susan grew up in Orinda and after her college years at Berkeley and MIT, she came back to Lamorinda and settled here in Lafayette over 20 years ago. She has volunteered for many non-profits including Children’s Hospital, LPIE, the Lafayette Community Foundation and, for the last three years, the Lafayette City Council.

 

Mayor Candell's priorities for Lafayette in 2021 include the new General Plan for the City, state housing mandates and public safety. 

 

 You can watch the recording here:         https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/wO-FVpT9EIc2yCGcpjyaA0-Ts2jMqVvwrg2IXmEJPh0DG4uYiZB4SSujiZCz5_Xx.XK3Z4Ep1Yf0JfCr_  

Passcode: AV^bD!m0   


When:
Friday, February 26, 2021 8:00 AM thru 09:00 AM
Where:
For More Info:
Holly Sonne
(925) 284-7404
holly@lafayettechamber.org
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Tuesday, March 02, 2021Executive Committee

Executive Committee Meeting

The Lafayette Chamber Executive Board meets monthly typically the week before our monthly Board Meeting.

When:
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 8:00 AM
Where:
Via Zoom until it is safe to meet in person.
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“We are very impressed with your Chamber. We have been members of other Chambers over the years and it’s been nothing like the experiences we’re having right out of the gate with your organization. Thank you for your great communication, follow up, and professionalism.”
– Peter Dewey, Bayview Painting

“I couldn’t have asked for a better resource than the Chamber, as I was establishing my medical practice in Lafayette. AJ, Holly, and Sara were so responsive to my questions and gave me many ideas on networking in the community. They host several events that foster community building. I honestly cannot imagine a more robust, active, and friendly chamber as this. I’m a member for life!”
– Cheruba Prabakar, Lamorinda Gynecology & Surgery

“WE LOVE THE CHAMBER! Batch and Brine has been a member of the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce for almost six years. We value and appreciate the incredible amount of work this organization produces for our community through many events and support for each business. The networking and education of information that’s spilled out weekly for the business community is impressive. They are a helping hand in so many ways for our business community and beyond. We couldn’t be part of this community without being part of the chamber. Lafayette Chamber is one of the best organizations we’ve worked with, so don’t think twice about it, join the Chamber!” – Rolla Ghaben, Batch & Brine

“The Chamber was instrumental in helping us open 14 years ago. The staff went out of their way to help us make connections and ensure we were successful. We would not be where we are today without the Chamber!”
– John & Colleen McCormick, Lamorinda Music