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Thursday, 9/4 - GOLD Thursday
Saturday, 9/6 - Taste of Los Gatos Street Festival
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Local/State: Chamber Backs SB 84 to Curb Predatory ADA Lawsuits
Predatory ADA lawsuits continue to burden small businesses, forcing some to close or pay steep legal fees over technical, easily correctable violations. SB 84 (Niello)—which passed the California Senate with strong bipartisan support—would give businesses 120 days to fix accessibility issues before lawsuits for damages can proceed.
Our Chamber supports SB 84 and is urging Assemblymember Ash Kalra, Chair of the Judiciary Committee, to let the bill move forward. He has expressed reservations—and time is short. SB 84 must pass the Assembly by August 31 to remain active this session. Let’s protect accessibility—and protect our small businesses.
We Need You To Take Action:
📧 assemblymember.kalra@assembly.ca.gov
📞 Capitol Office: (916) 319-2025 | San Jose Office: (408) 286-2535
We’ve also published an ADA Compliance Guide for Los Gatos businesses and are working with our Silicon Valley Chamber partners to advocate for meaningful reform.
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State: CalChamber Opposes AB 566 for Harming Small Business Advertising
AB 566 would mandate a global opt-out setting for internet users, blocking third-party data sharing across websites. A new report finds it could cost California $3.6B in ad revenue and 73,000 jobs, hitting small businesses hardest by limiting access to affordable digital marketing tools. Click here for more information.
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National: Jobless Claims Rise
Initial unemployment claims rose to 235,000 last week—up 11,000—with the 4-week average also climbing. Insured unemployment hit 1.97 million, the highest since 2021. California saw one of the largest increases in new claims (+741), with an insured unemployment rate of 2.1%, above the national average. This slight but steady uptick may signal early softening in the labor market—important context for hiring, retention, and wage planning. Click here for more information.
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Los Gatos' Signature Street Festival
Free Admission | Tasting Wristbands On Sale Now
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Volunteers - We Need You!
Volunteer for the Taste of Los Gatos on Saturday, September 6. We need help with set-up, breakdown, registration and carnival games.
As a thank you, volunteers receive access to a highly discounted wristband.
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Our town’s vibrant First Thursday of the Month series from May through October - showcases lively Los Gatos as the go-to destination from day to evening for live music, entertainment, dining, shopping, and exclusive one-day-only promotions.
Swing by the Breaking Dawn/First Born parklet for delicious organic popsicles from Bliss Pops - compliments of the chamber! More activations to be announced!
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Calling ALL Los Gatos Restaurants & Merchants!
What will your business offer for the September 4 GOLD Thursday? Ideas include: a special discount, bonus item, live music, sweet treats, or a fun pop-up!
You do not have to be a downtown business to participate and your promo can be day or evening. Let’s make Los Gatos shine!
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Get Featured in Chamber Digital Passes & Campaigns!
The Chamber is launching Bandwango, a mobile promotions platform that spotlights local businesses and drives foot traffic. It delivers offers directly to consumers, tracks redemptions in real time, and needs no app.
Businesses, add your profile (photo, description, contact info, map pin) to be featured in the first Los Gatos Perks Pass (targeted launch in September!) and future campaigns like GOLD Thursdays and seasonal strolls.
| Bandwango reps will be contacting Chamber businesses to assist with set up. Chamber members participate free (non-members: $350). Click the sign-up link below for more info. | | |
Member 101 Sessions
Keep an eye out for details on our next Member 101 Session!
In the meantime, you can catch up by watching a previously recorded session - click here to view.
| | Grow faster with free advising and workshops in strategy, capital, and workforce from our trusted partners. Learn more here and see workshop highlights below. | | Access valuable information at no cost. | | |
From One to Many - How to Repurpose Content with AI and Save Hours
Turn your next big idea into reality — faster and smarter. In this practical webinar, you’ll see how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, research your market, write simple business plans, and test new products or services without the guesswork. Whether you’re starting fresh or leveling up, you’ll leave with clear steps to put AI to work in your business today. ls like ChatGPT and Canva — no tech background required!
Date & Time: August 27, 11:00 - 12:00 PM
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How to Drive Online Marketing Results with Constant Contact for Nonprofits
Managing your online marketing efforts and raising funds online can feel cumbersome if you have to jump between multiple tools and channels. But what if you could simplify the process and get real results for your nonprofit organization? Join me to see how Constant Contact makes it easy to inform and engage community members, grow, and drive fundraising efforts - with all the marketing tools you need in one place. From email to automation, websites, social, integrations with other tools you’re using, and more. Get an overview of the tools that Constant Contact offers and see how you can drive results with online marketing.
Date & Time: August 25, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
| | Our Chamber has put together this resource page to help public facing LG businesses avoid financially devastating ADA lawsuits. | | Community & Member News/Events | | |
U-Pick Flowers at Artist’s Garden Oasis
Gather your own gorgeous, sustainable, chemical-free dahlias and other seasonal blooms at Artist’s Garden Oasis in South Bay. You’ll receive a jar and fill it for just $25—or join as a volunteer and pick for free.
U-Pick hours are weekdays Tuesdays 10 AM–12 PM and Thursdays 5:30–7:30 PM.
Located at 10095 Monterey Rd, Gilroy. Come enjoy the beauty, the fresh air, and a bouquet you gathered yourself. Perfect for a date night, a girls night, or a treat yourself day.
Click here for more details.
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Los Gatos Morning Rotary Club
August 22
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The Squeeze Concert
August 23
| All proceeds raised will benefit Rebekah's Children's Services. | | |
Music in the Park
August 24
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Chamber Cup Golf Competition
August 27
| Form a foursome and tee up victory for the Los Gatos Chamber! | | |
The Butter Paddle
August 28
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Rotary Club of Los Gatos
August 30
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Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation
September 6
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New Museum Los Gatos
September 7
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Art Docents of Los Gatos
September 9 and September 11
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Riveting Trips is a luxury travel advisory based in Los Gatos, led by founder Jeanie Colclough—an experienced Virtuoso-affiliated travel planner passionate about immersive, high-touch journeys. Whether planning multi-generational family vacations, romantic honeymoons, or incentive group travel, they leverage exclusive partnerships with premier hotel brands (like Four Seasons and Belmond) and Virtuoso properties to deliver VIP amenities and tailored itineraries. Clients benefit from Jeanie’s decades-long travel expertise, deep supplier relationships, and thoughtful service before, during, and after the trip.
Contact Info:
rivetingtrips.com
hello@rivetingtrips.com
(408) 647-7141
Instagram: @rivetingtrips
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Silicon Valley Maternal-Fetal Medicine is the first independent maternal-fetal medicine practice to serve the South Bay in more than 20 years. Founded by Dr. Santosh Pandipati—board-certified in maternal-fetal medicine with nearly two decades of experience—SVMFM specializes in caring for high-risk pregnancies with both expertise and compassion. The practice offers advanced diagnostic services including genetic counseling, fetal echocardiography, detailed anatomy scans, and Doppler imaging. As part of UCSF’s Clinically Integrated Network, they combine the resources of an academic center with the comfort of a boutique private practice, ensuring patients and their families receive individualized, collaborative, and supportive care throughout pregnancy.
Location:
14880 Los Gatos Blvd, 2nd Floor
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Contact Info:
svmfm.health
hello@svmfm.health
(408) 458-7723
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Ziggy Trenkler Dezign is a San Jose–based interior design studio known for crafting spaces that blend contemporary sensibility with European style and sophistication. Owner and lead designer Ziggy Trenkler brings a personalized, creative approach, guiding each project from visionary concept to refined execution. Whether it's a full-scale renovation or an inspired refresh, Ziggy’s attention to detail—from materials and color palettes to custom furnishings—ensures every space reflects both elegance and individuality.
Location:
105 E. Campbell Ave #102
Campbell, CA 95008
Contact Info:
ziggytrenklerdezign.com
ziggy@ziggytrenkler.com
(408) 502-8301
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