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TOMORROW, Friday, 6/27 - Los Gatos/Monte Sereno Blood Drive
Thursday, 7/3 - GOLD Thursday
Wednesday, 7/9 - Women's Networking Group Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, 7/23 - Women's Networking Group Monthly Mixer
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National: ICE Resumes Enforcement in Key Sectors
Immigration and Customs Enforcement recently ended a brief pause on enforcement in key labor sectors—including farms, restaurants, hotels, and meatpacking. The change has prompted concern among agricultural and food industry leaders about potential labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and rising food costs.
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National: U.S. Economy Contracts in Q1, Signaling Caution for Local Businesses
The U.S. economy shrank by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2025, a revision from an earlier 0.2% figure, according to the Commerce Department. The decline was driven by weaker consumer spending and a spike in imports ahead of anticipated tariffs. A slowing economy may signal reduced discretionary spending, impacting retail, dining, and service sectors. Business owners should monitor consumer trends and prepare for potential softening in demand heading into the second half of the year.
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Calling Los Gatos Restaurants, Wineries, and Downtown Merchants!
Be part of Los Gatos’ signature street festival as we transform N. Santa Cruz Avenue into a pedestrian paradise for 3,500+ food and drink lovers. Last year’s event sold out - and this year promises even more with wine tastings, live music, and culinary buzz.
Why participate?
• Attract new customers
• Be featured in our summer ad campaign
• Boost Los Gatos as a top food & drink destination
| | 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. | | |
Come down July 3 for complimentary Bliss Pops popsicles at First Born Restaurant's Parklet!
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Calling ALL Los Gatos Restaurants & Merchants!
What will your business offer for GOLD Thursday? Ideas include: a special discount, bonus item, live music, sweet treats, extended hours, 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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Los Gatos/Monte Sereno Blood Drive
June 27, 10 - 3 PM
LG Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
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July 9
Los Gatos Women's Business Networking Group
Monthly Meeting
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July 23
Los Gatos Women's Business Networking Group
Monthly Mixer hosted by Tasting House
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Thank you for helping us shift into celebration mode!
We’re grateful to everyone who joined us at the ribbon cutting for Porsche Los Gatos. Your presence made this high-performance moment even more memorable.
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The Sounds of Summer Guide, a collaboration between Los Gatos Music & Arts and the Chamber of Commerce, is your go-to resource for a vibrant season of music, community, and celebration—featuring Jazz on the Plazz, Music in the Park, GOLD Thursdays, the July 4th Symphony in the Park, Taste of Los Gatos, and more.
Stop by 10 Station Way to pick up your copy!
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Promote Your Business Year-Round to Thousands
Prime Ad spaces are available in the 2026 Destination Guide & Chamber Business Directory! With 6,000 print copies and over 96,616 digital views last year, this is a top way to boost your business visibility.
Chamber members receive preferred ad rates.
Interested in an Ad? Contact:
408-890-5780 | marketing@tspubs.com
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Member 101 Sessions – July Edition
When: Wednesday, July 16 @ 12 PM
Where: Chamber Office, 10 Station Way
New to the Chamber or need a refresher? Join us for this quick, informative session to learn how to make the most of your membership.
What we’ll cover:
- How to navigate ChamberMaster (our online member portal) and update your business directory listing
- Promoting your events, news, and job openings
- Leveraging marketing tools available to members
- Getting involved in Chamber events and networking opportunities
Can’t make it? A recording of our May session is available to watch in the meantime, or if you’re unable to attend the next one.
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New Ambassador Class Kicks Off Soon!
This is a powerful leadership and networking opportunity. As an Ambassador you'll help mentor new members, build connections and advance the Chamber’s mission!
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Mastering Images for Marketing - Optimizing & Enhancing Images
This workshop series is ideal for small business owners, marketers, and anyone looking to improve the quality and effectiveness of their visuals. By the end, you’ll have practical skills to confidently manage your marketing images, elevate your brand, and connect more effectively with your audience—online and off.
Perfect for anyone who wants to:
- Boost visual branding without hiring a designer
- Create better content with minimal tools and budget
- Improve website and social media engagement
Date & Time: July 1, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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Providing Small Businesses with Tools to Make Strategic Financial Decisions
Is your business ready to explore credit? During this session we will cover when and how to seek financing, financing options available and how to leverage credit to grow your business. We will discuss cash management tools available to help your business run efficiently.
Key Topics:
- Bank credit evaluation
- Is financing the answer
- Financing options
- Cash management
- Business Ecosystem
Date & Time: July 1, 10:00 - 11:30 PM
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Title Nine and Tico Coffee Roasters
June 26
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Beyond Text Bookstore
June 28
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Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is co-hosting the 7th Annual Certify & Amplify webinar with MCE on Friday, July 18th at 10:30 am PST. This is a free, virtual event that aims to help businesses across California learn how to get certified in the state’s contracting clearinghouses. Businesses that are women-owned, minority-owned, person with a disability-owned, or LGBTQ-owned can certify in the CPUC’s Supplier Diversity database, while small business can certify with the Department of General Services to be included on the state’s contracting Cal eProcure.
Representatives from the CPUC, Department of General Services, and one of MCE’s certified vendors will all be sharing tips and benefits on certification.
Participants do not need to be a customer of MCE or SVCE to attend so please share this event with your networks and encourage businesses to register to learn more. Even if registrants can’t make the event live, we encourage folks to register to receive the recording and materials.
Please reach out to Emily Muniz (emily.muniz@svcleanenergy.org) with any questions.
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NUMU - Sponsorship Opportunity
NUMU, New Museum Los Gatos is celebrating its 60th Anniversary! We are looking for sponsors for our Peace, Love + Art Benefit & Bash.
Interested in Sponsorship? Contact Dani or Randi at benefit@losgatosnumu.org
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The Butter Paddle
July 10
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West Valley Community Services
August 2
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Jazz on the Plazz
June 25 thru August 20
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Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation
Summer Camps
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Free Financial Workshops
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Pain and Rehabilitative Consultants Medical Group, leaders in both Acute (short term) and Chronic Pain Management, have been serving Northern California for more than 20 years. The doctors at PRCMG have dedicated their professional careers to providing cost effective medical care of the highest quality, with a commitment to exceptional service. Our professional team includes board certified providers in the fields of Pain Management, Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Medical Acupuncture, Behavioral Medicine and Psychology, Physical Therapy and more.
Location:
1335 Stanford Ave
Emeryville, CA 94608
Contact Info:
prmg.org
(510)-647-5101
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The Cats Los Gatos allows you to celebrate in style whether you’re hosting at home, dining in with friends, or planning a private event at our historic venue. The Cats delivers an unforgettable experience. From our classic Texas BBQ and Filipino fusion to handcrafted cocktails and live music entertainment, we make every occasion deliciously simple. Your next celebration starts here.
Location:
17533 Santa Cruz Hwy,
Los Gatos, CA 95033
Contact Info:
thecatslosgatos.com
thecats@chefcentury.com
(408)-354-3060
Instagram: @thecatslosgatos
Facebook: The Cats Restaurant Los Gatos
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