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Friday, 5/23 - Ribbon Cutting @ Petals Creamery
Wednesday, 5/28 - Women's Networking Group Monthly Mixer
Friday, 5/30 - Ribbon Cutting @ InHands Postoperative Therapy & Recovery
Wednesday, 6/11 - Women's Networking Group Monthly Meeting
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Regional: Waymo Gets Approval to Expand Robotaxi Service in Bay Area
Alphabet’s Waymo secured California authorization to expand its Waymo One robotaxi service into more of the Peninsula and into San José. This could further accelerate autonomous mobility and impact local retail and transportation ecosystems. Click here for more information.
State: Los Gatos Chamber Backs Broadband Modernization Bill (AB 470)
Our Chamber’s Board of Directors voted to officially support AB 470, which phases out outdated copper landline requirements to enable greater broadband investment. The bill ensures access to essential voice services while modernizing telecom infrastructure - critical for business competitiveness and digital equity. Click here for more information.
National: Fed Officials Warn of Tariff-Driven Consumer Price Increases
Federal Reserve leaders cautioned that recent U.S. import tariffs could both raise prices and dampen economic sentiment. Businesses have largely exhausted pre‑tariff stockpiles, and retailers like Walmart expect rising costs. The Fed is adopting a “wait-and-see” posture on rates, closely watching tariff impacts. Click here for more information.
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Calling Los Gatos Restaurants, Wineries & Breweries!
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 and beer 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
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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.
Catch Summertime Santa in beachwear on June 5 at Old Town Los Gatos—he’s spreading high fives and good vibes on his way to a surf break! Grab mini Icing on the Cake cookies at First Born’s parklet (one bag per family), then enjoy live music at Gray’s Lane to cap off the evening.
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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 Women's Business Networking Group
Monthly Mixer
Wednesday, May 28 @ 6 PM
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Los Gatos Women's Business Networking Group
Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, June 11 @ 8 AM
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Petals Creamery
Date & Time:
Friday, May 23
Ribbon Cutting with Mayor Hudes @ 4PM
Location:
5 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95032
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InHands Postoperative Care
Date & Time:
Friday, May 30
Ribbon Cutting with Mayor Hudes @ 5PM
Location:
100 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road,
Suite A
Los Gatos, CA 95032
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Looking for a Powerful Leadership and Networking Opportunity?
Sign up to be an Ambassador for the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce! Ambassadors are enthusiastic individuals who help mentor new members, build connections and advance the Chamber’s mission!
View the full Handbook
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Electronic Certificates of Origin
The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a streamlined process for issuing certificates of origin and other key trade documents.
Through Chamber Certification, documents can be submitted, stamped, and issued all
electronically saving your business time and money. This allows processing for
certificates of origin, certificates of free sale, invoices, and other key export documents.
Click here to read more.
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SBA-backed Line of Credit Program for Small Businesses
Working Capital loans, also called Revolving Lines of Credit (RLOC), are used to fund the growth in short-term assets (Accounts Receivable, Inventory and new contract expenses) has been, and is, a funding problem common to all small businesses.
This SBA’s Working Capital Loan program has been developed specifically to assist in closing the working capital gap and providing the funding necessary for growth.
Date & Time: May 29, 10:30 - 12:00 PM
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Follow Up Strategies That Will Get More Clients and Close More Sales
Follow-up is a critical part of the sales process and is an area of struggle for most. Follow-up should not be a hard heavy "to do" and is not something that should be pushed aside. There are a variety of reasons why so many struggle getting their follow up work done consistently. In this presentation, Wanda will get to the heart of the matter and show your audience how to overcome their follow-up challenges so they can get more clients and close more sales.
Date & Time: May 23, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
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Campbell Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn
May 30
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Our friends at the Campbell Chamber of Commerce invite members of the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce to attend this Lunch & Learn.
Katie Rose, South Bay Community Director for Yelp, will be talking about the newest features that help you communicate with your customers on Yelp. The Yelp platform helps businesses establish an online presence, manage their reputation, and get new customers so they can grow their business.
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Free Career Technical Education: Summer Exploration Program for High School Students
June 9 to July 3
Monday through Thursday
8:30 - 11:30 AM
Explore and learn about career technical education opportunities this Summer! High school students will participate in "learning by doing" and hands-on interactive STEAM activities, taught by industry experts.
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Tico Coffee Roasters
We are deeply honored and proud to announce that Tico Coffee Roasters has received the prestigious 2025 Latino Business Leadership Award from the Silicon Valley Business Journal.
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West Valley College Tour de Saratoga
Sponsorship Opportunity
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New Museum Los Gatos
June 1
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Los Gatos Thrives Foundation
June 2
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Star One
Free Financial Workshops
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Pure Barre is the largest, most established barre franchise with more than 600 studios across North America. With a dedicated following of 550,000+ clients, Pure Barre focuses on low-impact, small movements that target strength, cardio, and flexibility for people of all levels, providing clients with self-focused time to transform the body and mind. Clients can also get their Pure Barre fix anywhere, anytime with Xponential+ class streaming.
Location:
50 University Ave, Suite B-101
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Contact Info:
www.purebarre.com
losgatos@purebarre.com
(408)-458-6811
Instagram: @purebarrelosgatos
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Get transported to the city of New Orleans. Founded by Andrew Burnham and David Kinch, chef of the three-Michelin star Manresa Restaurant, The Bywater celebrates the city where Kinch first learned how to cook. The menu features classic dishes and cocktails using quality, local California ingredients. From po’boys to BBQ, sazeracs and hurricanes, take a trip to the Big Easy without the flight.
Location:
532 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Contact Info:
www.thebywaterca.com
info@thebywaterca.com
(408)-560-9639
Instagram: @thebywaterca
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Founded by Katie Hingle, Lavish is inspired by the joy of orchestrated surprises and creating lasting memories. We blend local treasures like spa treatments, boutique shopping, fine dining, and luxury stays, carefully tailoring every detail to the recipient’s desires. With a commitment to supporting local businesses, we partner with boutiques, spas, restaurants, and hotels, creating exceptional experiences while uplifting our community.
Contact Info:
lavishexperienceco.com
katiehingle@lavishexperienceco.com
(408)-357-4563
Instagram: @lavishexperienceco
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