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Thursday, 9/4 - GOLD Thursday
Saturday, 9/6 - Taste of Los Gatos Street Festival
Wednesday, 9/10 - Women's Networking Group Meeting
Thursday, 9/25 - Women's Networking Group Mixer
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Dear Friends and Members of the Chamber,
This Saturday, September 6, North Santa Cruz Avenue will come alive for Taste of Los Gatos, our town’s only street festival and the Chamber’s largest signature event of the year. With no Fall Wine Walk this season, this is the event of the fall. The day will showcase the best of our town’s culinary talent, with live music, track-ready Porsches on display, a craft-beer tap truck, and a Family Fun Zone. At the heart of it all is the Tasting Wristband—your pass to enjoy gourmet bites and exceptional wines. Wristbands are expected to sell out early, so please secure yours in advance at the presale price.
Signature events such as Taste of Los Gatos strengthen our local business ecosystem by inviting people to discover the charm and hospitality of Los Gatos. When visitors experience what makes our town unique, they often return again and again. To sustain this momentum year-round, the Chamber champions anchor projects that draw regional visitors and create lasting opportunities for small businesses. With the anticipated opening of the RH Gallery & Restaurant, Los Gatos is positioned to elevate its retail and dining profile even further. This project represents a clear vote of confidence in our future—broadening the customer base for local businesses, generating enduring economic vitality, and reinforcing Los Gatos’ reputation as both timeless and forward-looking.
At the end of this month, the Chamber will complete updates for our 2026 edition of the Los Gatos Destination Guide. Chamber members should review their membership profile and contact information to ensure accurate listings in the Business Directory section of the Guide.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to celebrating with you at Taste of Los Gatos!
Warmly,
Jennifer Lin
Chief Executive Officer
Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce
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Town: Shaping the Future of Los Gatos Development
Los Gatos is updating its Objective Design Standards for multi-family and mixed-use development. The Town will refine rules on height, scale, materials, and architectural style to ensure new projects fit community priorities. Businesses and residents can provide input by joining one-hour virtual focus groups on Sept. 9–11. Contact Sean Mullin, Town Planning Manager, at Smullin@losgatosca.gov.
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Regional: Court Clears County Sales Tax for November Ballot
A judge has allowed Santa Clara County’s Measure A, a 0.625% sales tax hike, to appear on the November 4, 2025 ballot. Expected to raise $330 million annually for five years to offset federal healthcare funding cuts, the measure survived legal challenges over bias and ballot timing, with the court upholding the county’s fiscal emergency declaration. It requires only a simple majority to pass. Click here for more information.
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National: Tariff Ruling Could Open Door to Billions in Business Refunds
A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump overstepped his authority by using emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs on goods from nearly every country. The decision, now on hold pending appeal to the Supreme Court, could lead to billions in refunds to businesses if upheld, setting up a major test of executive power versus congressional oversight. Click here for more information.
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ONLY 2 MORE DAYS TO EVENT
With no Fall Wine Walk this year - Taste of Los Gatos is THE event of the season! Come sip wine, savor gourmet bites, & celebrate at our downtown street festival. Don’t wait—tickets will sell out!
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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 breakdown, wayfinding, and beer booth.
As a thank you, volunteers receive access to a highly discounted wristband.
| | From 6–8 PM, swing by the Bliss Pops cart at First Born Restaurant’s parklet for a refreshing, all-natural popsicle (compliments of the Chamber, one per person). Afterward, head to Old Town for an Astronaut Balloon Artist and live music by Aiko Vapor. End the evening at Grays Lane, where you can enjoy more live music! | | |
Calling ALL Los Gatos Restaurants & Merchants!
What will your business offer for the October 2 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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Women's Networking Group Monthly Meeting
September 10
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Women's Networking Group Monthly Mixer
September 25
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AD SPOTS CLOSING IN THREE WEEKS - Chamber Members Check Your Profile for the Directory
Promote Your Business Year-Round to thousands by advertising in the guide. 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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Get Featured in Chamber Digital Passes & Campaigns!
Next month, 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. | | |
AI Lunchbreak: Get Optimal AI Results with Better Prompting
In this workshop, you will learn how to use AI to:
- Learn how to give AI specific instructions and examples
- Discover ways to match tone, style, and audience in AI outputs
- See how to iterate and improve results step by step
- Leave with practical templates and ideas you can use right away
This session is perfect for small business owners looking for an easy entry point into AI. Whether you’re skeptical or excited about this new technology, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how AI can support your business goals.
Date & Time: September 10, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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Legal Issues for the Small Business Startup
You will learn and discuss:
- Choosing the best business structure for you - whether to operate as a Sole Proprietor, General Partnership, Limited Liability Company (LLC) or Corporation.
- How to obtain permits and satisfy applicable city, state and U.S. government requirements.
- The free Government websites available to help guide you through this process..
- The importance of business insurance and the types of liability, product and casualty insurance you might need.
Date & Time: September 11, 9:00 - 12:00 PM
| | Our Chamber has put together this resource page to help public facing LG businesses avoid financially devastating ADA lawsuits. | | Community & Member News/Events | | |
Schooley Mitchell
Schooley Mitchell helps small and medium businesses cut costs without cutting corners. We are running a special promotion for Chamber members during the entire month of September. We are offering a FREE cost consultation analysis to help businesses save money.
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Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation
September 6
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Telefèric Barcelona
September 6
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New Museum Los Gatos
September 7 and September 19
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Art Docents of Los Gatos
September 9 and September 11
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Friends of Los Gatos Library
September 13
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Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church
September 19
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Los Gatos Birdwatcher
September 20
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Loma Prieta Museum
September 20
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Ayurvedamrut Wellness Center
September 27 & September 28
Shubhangi Kapatkar, Ayurvedamrut Founder and President is giving talk on Gut mind health and Emotional Detox through Ayurveda, in Global international Ayurveda conference happening in September 27th and 28th, in Milpitas CA. Please join us in person or over zoom.
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Location:
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10 Station Way, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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