Social Media Workshop tomorrow, 11/14.
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Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Jay Lifson, Executive Director 
251 Lafayette Circle, Ste 150, Lafayette, CA
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm, Friday 9am-1pm

(925) 284-7404 | lafayettechamber.org
Social Media Workshop Series: How to Create Engaging Visuals for Social Media Using Free Tools
Wednesday, November 14, 6pm-7:30pm, Library Homework Center

Step by step! Free tools and tips for creating engaging visuals to share on social media, in emails and on your website/blog. Speaker: Robin S Fox, Digital Strategist. This event is free but registration is requested.
Thanksgiving Community Breakfast
40th Annual Community Thanksgiving Breakfast
Friday, November 16, 7am-8:30am, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Lafayette

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 speaker, Donna Wright Sommerville, co-founder of Grateful Gatherings.

Grateful Gatherings began in 2013 when Donna and her family saw a 10-year-old named Ayisha on the local news talking about being homeless during the holidays. Donna connected with the family and delivered Christmas dinner and presents. A few months later, Ayisha’s family was placed in a new apartment but had nothing to furnish their new home… nothing! Donna emailed 20 friends; within four days, Ayisha’s family had enough furniture and household items to set up their new home and new life.

We only have a few tickets left. Register here.

Donna, our keynote speaker will present "Furnishing Homes with Hope". Event starts at 7am and ends by 8:30am. Pastor Dan Senter from Our Savior’s Lutheran Church will provide the Invocation and Rev. Robin Wells from the Lafayette United Methodist Church will do the Benediction at the end of the breakfast.
Lafayette Chamber Office
Welcome to Our Newest Chamber Members

The following businesses have recently joined the Lafayette Chamber. We encourage you to visit their website for more information.

Center for Sports Medicine - Non-Profit Organizations & Clubs, Sports Medicine

Luck - Clothing & Accessories

Solano Jewelers - Jewelers / Jewelry
Lafayette Holiday Stroll & Shop
Help us Spread the Word about Lafayette Stroll and Shop!
Friday, December 7, 6:00pm-8:00pm, Downtown Lafayette

Lafayette Stroll and Shop is rapidly approaching on December 7th. We have been marketing this event and Diablo Magazine is as well. We would like to encourage you to email your clients and partners about your promotions/special pricing and put the flyer in your window or your counter. You can view the flyer here but a full color copy will be included in the printed newsletter you should receive in the next day or two - if you haven't already! If you need more information about the event, feel free to call the Chamber at (925) 284-7404. More information about the event here.

If you are a local business or restaurant and would like to participate in this event, please contact the Chamber and we will put you on the list that will be distributed at the “It’s a Wonderful Life” Holiday event as well as being listed on our website. Sign up early for the most promotion!
Public Parking Lot Update

The project manager for EBMUD has informed Matt Luttropp, Engineering Manager for the City of Lafayette, that the contractor paved the parking lot last Friday. This week he plans to install landscaping, parking meters and stripe the lot. The goal is to have the lot open to the public after the Thanksgiving holiday. For more information contact mluttropp@ci.lafayette.ca.us.
Save the Date for these Upcoming Chamber Events

Lamorinda Small Business Forum
Tuesday, November 27, 5:30pm-7pm, Hacienda de las Flores, 1200 Donald Drive
What the heck is an E-Wallet or Digital Wallet? Ever heard of PayPal, Apple Pay or Android Pay? Of course you have. But as a business, are you accepting these forms of payment? Are you personally using these apps and services. Learn why the U.S. is far behind China, India and Europe. You may find you are missing out on sales by not offering these options. This workshop will be hosted by the Moraga Chamber at Hacienda de las Flores from 5:30 – 7:00pm. RSVP to kathe@moragachamber.org.

Mixer at Lafayette Physical Therapy
Join us for our November Mixer at Lafayette Physical Therapy, 3468 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Suite B110, Lafayette on Wednesday, November 28 from 5:30pm-7:00pm. Bring your business cards! Learn more here.

“It’s a Wonderful Life in Lafayette” Holiday Celebration
Join us for this free, fun, family-friendly celebration – tree lighting, live music, community sing-a-long, kid's crafts, photo ops and more! Friday, December 7, 4pm-6:30pm. Santa parades along Golden Gate Way arriving at Lafayette Plaza Park at 4:30 p.m. Presented by the Lafayette Chamber. Sponsored by The Dana Green Team and Branagh Development. www.LafayetteChamber.org/Holiday

Ribbon Cutting/Open House at sewnow! fashion studio
sewnow! is excited to announce they have re-located to a fabulous new light filled studio at 3455 Golden Gate Way just a block and a half from our former space. Come see their new set-up and all of the creativity that is brewing here. Please join us on December 6th from 5:30 - 7:30 to celebrate our new location and their 12th anniversary in business in Lafayette. Learn more here.

Holiday Mixer at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Join us for our December Mixer at Lafayette Library and Learning Center, 3491 Mt. Diablo Boulevard, on Wednesday, December 12 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Bring a canned food donation of three cans and admission is free! Chamber members, $10, non chamber members $20. Cash only at the door please. Bring your business cards! Learn more here.

Easy Steps to Claim & Optimize Your Google Local Business Profile
Wednesday, January 9, 6pm-7:30pm, Lafayette Library and Learning Center, Homework Center
Start your business off on the right foot for 2019 success with this step by step workshop! We'll show you how to claim and keep your Google Local Business Profile optimized! A must for any local business with a brick and mortar location and/or a defined local service area. Speaker: Robin S Fox, Digital Strategist & Online Community Manager. Register here.
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Massage Therapist Space Available

Build your own massage therapy practice in the highly sought-after market of Lafayette and surrounding areas of Walnut Creek, Moraga, and Orinda. Brand new, remodeled chiropractic clinic with shared treatment space available. Currently occupied by two chiropractors looking to build an in-house referral network to offer complimentary care & services to our patients. Open to all healing / bodywork / therapy practitioners. Please call 925-385-8353 for more information.
Member News, Events & Announcements
Need A Turkey? Early Diagnosis Foundation is providing Free Turkeys to those in need.
The Early Diagnosis Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Lafayette is hosting a "Turkey Donation Day" on November 20th from 3-7 pm at 1010 Oak Hill Road in Lafayette. If you need a Thanksgiving turkey or know someone who does to enjoy the holiday, please reserve your turkey before we run out! Contact Ariana at arianafort@gmail.com or call 925.330.6865. Pick up your turkey or we can arrange to deliver it to you. Event sponsors include the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, Woehrle Development, Whole Foods, Diablo Foods, Safeway and private donors. If you'd like to be a sponsor or make a donation to purchase turkeys for our local communities, contact Ariana.

Spread The Word And Help A Homeless Veteran
As we honor our veterans, please bear in mind those among them that are without stable housing. They may be “couch surfing”, living out of their car, or staying in an RV or garage. They may even be on the streets or in encampments. SHELTER, Inc. is here to help connect veterans with housing through SSVF (Supportive Services to Veteran Families) and to employment through HVRP (Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program). We will also assist with referrals to additional resources. Please help us reach veterans in need by sharing this flyer https://shelterinc.org/programs/hvrp.html at your local bulletin board, house of worship, or anywhere you may volunteer this holiday season, so they can be connected to these additional resources. We are able to assist veterans in Contra Costa, Alameda and Solano Counties.

Mt. Diablo Business Women Monthly Meeting “7 Steps to Wealth”
Wednesday, November 14, 11:30am-1pm, Massimo’s Ristorante - 1604 Locust Street, Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek city parking lot located immediately across the street.
Keynote Presentation: “7 Steps to Wealth” by Hilary Hendershott, owner of Hendershott Wealth Management and nationally-known personal finance expert. MDBW members $29, visitors/guests $35. Participants must register in advance at www.mtdiablobusinesswomen.org. Optional $1 raffle tickets (onsite, cash only) benefit the Bay Area Crisis Nursery.

The Food Business~Devising, Developing, and Delivering
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 6:30pm-8:30pm, Orinda Country Club
Lamorinda Entrepreneurs’ next Panel will feature a fascinating discussion on starting, growing and running various food businesses in a variety of formats. The panel will include local food entrepreneurs: Kendall Glynn, COO, Square Baby; Linda Hofmeister Co-Owner Hofssi Chocolates; “Chef Charlie” Charles Vollmar Owner, Epicurean Exchange. Our Moderator will be: Lauren Herpich, Owner, Local Food Adventures. No matter what your business is, you’ll find valuable takeaways as you learn about the challenges, opportunities, and strategies in the food space. $10 Tickets available here. No host bar. Please note Orinda Country Club dress code: collared shirts for men and no denims. Learn more about Lamorinda Entrepreneurs here.

3rd Annual Small Things Exhibition at the Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery
Find a unique treasure from a local artist, all art priced under $500!
November 15 - December 22, Opening reception Nov. 15, 6:00-9:00pm
Holiday Stroll, Dec 7, gallery will be open until 8:00pm
The Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery presents the 3rd Annual Small Things Exhibit. Over 35 artists have been chosen to display 3D and 2D artworks in a variety of media and styles, all priced under $500. Find the perfect gift or start your art collection with affordable works from local artists. Discerning shoppers will find an array of unique handcrafted items. Gallery hours are Wed - Saturday, Noon to 6:00pm or by appointment. Check the website for additional holiday hours and events. www.jenniferperlmuttergallery.com

Pre-Holiday Beauty Event at Sanctuaire Spa
Friday, November 16, 2-6pm, 3589 Mt Diablo Blvd.
Bring a friend, includes wine & cheese! Express Hydrafacials - $50 to RSVP. Your $50 fee can be applied towards your purchase when you book a series at the event. Microblading - Book at event & receive $150 off. Lash Extensions - Book at event & receive $100 off.
Body Exfoliation & Spray Tanning - Book at event & receive 20% off. Botox, Fillers & Microneedling - Free consultations (value $50). Free Make up Application - Going out Friday night and need a gorgeous smokey eye look? Enjoy holiday shopping, group events too! Call to RSVP (925) 299-8877. https://www.sanctuairespa.com

Hofssi Chocolates is your local Lamorinda Chocolatier for your Holiday Gifting and Holiday Parties! 
Our Holiday Store will be open November 26 through December 23 in Lafayette inside Alicia Klein Showroom at 3541 Wilkinson Lane, behind Papillon Cafe. We offer gifts and gift baskets in every price range--Mouthwatering Caramels, Toffee, Bars, Mint Meltaways, Peanut Butter Cups and more! All include as many Organic Ingredients and Sustainable Packaging as practicable! Holiday is a great time to show your clients and referral sources your appreciation for a great year! See HOFSSI.COM!

Honoring Our Local Officials
Tuesday, November 27, 5:30pm-8pm, Lafayette Veterans Memorial Center 3780 Mount Diablo Boulevard
Join us in honoring the local officials who have served our community for many years. Steven Falk, Teresa Gerringer, David Gerson, Don Tatzin, Richard Whitmore and Rachel Zinn. Light hors d'oeuvres and no-host bar. Please no gifts, however donations can be made to LPIE and the Gift of Green (MCE). RSVP here.

November Lamorinda Republican Women Federation Meeting
Thursday, November 29, 11:30am, Orinda Country Club
Please join us to hear Allison Johnson discussing water conservation and the importance of Central Valley Farmers. Ms. Johnson is the Co-President of the Saint Mary’s College Republican Club. Luncheon & Speaker $36.00, Speaker Only $15.00, Speaker Only Student Discount price $5.00, RESERVATIONS NEEDED: Please contact Elsie Euing at ejeuing@comcast.net or 925-254-8614. For more information visit Facebook
or http://www.lamorindarepublicanwomen.org.

Landlords & Cannabis Workshop - Leasing to a Cannabis Tenant
Thursday, November 29, 6pm-8:30pm, 1850 Gateway Boulevard, Suite 130, Concord
Kennedy Wilson is pleased to host a workshop for landlords interested in leasing to the cannabis industry. Please join us on November 29th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as we review the topics critical for successful leasing in this market segment. You will hear representatives from Wendel, Rosen, Black & Dean, Commercial Coverage, Grow Builders, Inc., Stewart Tittle, & the City of Antioch discuss the latest market trends for this emerging market.

Topics include:
•   Legal - What terms do I need to modify or add to my lease form?
•   Insurance - How do I insure my building with this use?
•   Title/Escrow - Can I buy a building to lease to a cannabis tenant?
•   Tenant Improvements - What type of TI work is required?
•   Government - What is the process with the City for approvals?

RSVP is requiredto Eric Rehn, CCIM, Vice President, Kennedy Wilson Brokerage Group, (925) 784-3449, erehn@kennedywilson.com.

Hospice East Bay Tree of Lights - Lafayette Tree Lighting
Thursday, November 29, 4:30 pm, 21 Lafayette Circle. By dedicating a memorial light for a minimum of $30 or becoming a tree donor, you can memorialize a loved one who has passed or honor someone who is living while directly supporting Hospice East Bay. To ensure that more of your gift goes toward our patients and programs, we will not be mailing acknowledgments via the post office. The notification you receive as an email will serve as your receipt and acknowledgement. Memorial Light Sponsors who support Hospice East Bay by dedicating up to three memorial lights for $100 will have their names listed in their chosen event program as a Memorial Light. Lights dedicated by gifts of at least $30 will provide the option to memorialize/honor loved ones in the book of names and have their name(s) read at the tree lighting ceremony of choice. Please purchase your Memorial Light at least 7 days in advance of the event you wish to attend to ensure your loved one's name is read. Learn more here.

Annual Toy Drive
Dr. Samadian DDS office in Orinda is hosting a drop off location for toys that will be donated to East Bay Agency for Children. Donors who stop by with an unwrapped toy at Dr. Samadian’s office will receive a $100 new patient gift card to use toward major dental services. Drop off before December 12. For more information call (925) 254-2360. www.samadiandds.com

San Francisco Business Times’ East Bay Book of List Party
Thursday, December 13, 5:30pm–8:30pm, Front Lobby, Roundhouse Market & Conference Center, 2600 Camino Ramon, San Ramon
Lafayette Chamber of Commerce is proud to support the San Francisco Business Times’ East Bay Book of List Party. The Party – a celebration of East Bay excellence will be on December 13, 2018 at the Roundhouse Conference Center in San Ramon. Use promo code: lafayette for 10% off your ticket! For information or to register, click here.
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Friends of the Lafayette Library Presents: WOW: Graphicos-Contemporary Latino Prints from the Serie Project
Wednesday, November 14, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Community Hall
Founded in 1993 by Sam Coronado, the Serie Project envisioned a workshop where underrepresented artists could benefit from collaboration and learn the serigraphy technique, a print technique also known as screen-printing or silkscreen. In the last two decades the organization has fostered over 250 artists from different professional levels and ethnic backgrounds, who together have produced a rare and special collection of serigraphs. For more information and to register for this free event click here.

Friends of the Lafayette Library Presents: Sweet Thursday: Victoria Sweet
Thursday, November 15, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Hall
Good medicine takes more than amazing technology; it takes time — time to respond to bodies as well as data, time to arrive at the right treatment. Join us for a stimulating discussion with physician Victoria Sweet about her book, Slow Medicine. For more information and to register for this event click here.

Xtreme Science Magic!
Monday, November 19, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Community Hall
Science and magic? It doesn’t get better than Xtreme Science Magic! This lively and interactive show is jam-packed with experiments, demonstrations, and loads of audience participation. Geared for ages 5 and up. For more information and to register for this free event click here.

Snapology: Attackbots with LEGO WeDo 2.0 Ages 9-12
Monday, November 19, 2018 & Tuesday, November 20, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Homework Center
This two day class (Monday and Tuesday) will feature robotics, engineering & programming concepts to students using iPads and programmable LEGO bricks.
Registration is required. Limited Spaces available. Learn more here.

Javascript Programming with Sound / Music
Monday, November 19 - Wednesday, November 21, 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM Technology Lab
Join us for a 3 Day JavaScript Sound, Music & Speech Programming workshop in the Technology Lab. Attendance to all 3 days is highly recommended. Space is limited. For more information and to register for this event click here.
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