👉Snapshot July 21, 2025

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This Week in the Harbor

July 21, 2025

Join us for a meaningful midday event supporting local students and helping empower the next generation of leaders, dreamers, and doers.

This fundraiser helps bring financial literacy programs—like the incredible JA BizTown—to PSD. If you’re not familiar, BizTown is a hands-on, simulated town where 4th–6th 6th-graders become everything from business owners to bank tellers to mayor-for-a-day. It’s an unforgettable experience that teaches financial literacy, leadership, and teamwork.

Here’s how you can help:

Purchase a table for $400 to show your support
Connect with 1,000+ Peninsula School District staff at their annual pep rally
Bring a raffle basket to showcase your business
All proceeds support PSD financial literacy programs

Let’s come together to invest in the future of our youth—and inspire success beyond the classroom.

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News & Opportunities

Thriving Together Resource Event- July 23rd

The Pierce County Community Navigator team and the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce invite you to the Thriving Together Resource Event. This event is ideal for local small business owners and entrepreneurs to network and learn about the resources available to help businesses thrive in Pierce County. Free and open to the public!

🎙️ Upcoming Public Affairs Forum Speakers – Join Us! 🎙️

The Gig Harbor Chamber’s Public Affairs Forum continues to bring timely, relevant discussions to our community. Held every Thursday from 7:30–8:30 AM at Harbor Place at Cottesmore (1016 29th St NW, Gig Harbor), these forums are free to attend and open to all.

Here’s a look at our upcoming speaker lineup:

July 24 | Port of Tacoma Commissioner - Position #4 Race Candidates

July 31 | Al Johnson, Team PSI - Private Investigator

Aug. 7 | Port of Tacoma Commissioner - Position #1 Race Candidates

Aug. 21 | Gary Parker - "The Big Beautiful Bill" Analysis

Aug. 28 | Jenny Wellman and Vine Dice - Gig Harbor Now

City staff is excited to share details about the upcoming Affordable Housing Town Hall and the coordinated effort that has gone into preparing this event to provide information and answer community questions on this important topic.

The event will take place on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. A considerable amount of staff time has been dedicated to planning and assembling subject matter experts to help address the public’s questions regarding affordable housing, local programs, and recent legislative changes.

The Association of Washington Business conducts regular surveys to find out where employers stand on major issues and to gauge the economic outlook for both Washington and the United States. Please click on the button below to take this brief survey.

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Lock It In Sales Event: Save Now, Shine Later!

The 2026 Gig Harbor Magazine is coming — and now’s your chance to lock in your ad at 2025 rates! We're launching a limited-time special for businesses ready to grow their visibility in our most widely distributed publication of the year!

July 21–August 1 ONLY

Reach new residents and customers
Be seen in both print & digital formats
Align your brand with the trusted Chamber voice
Lock in your ad before prices increase August 2!

Don’t miss out — ad space is limited!

Reserve your spot now by reaching out to Janet at jsteiner@gigharborchamber.com

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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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