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The Res Run Countdown Continues!
Come run for a great cause supporting our local schools! In 2024, the 32nd annual Lafayette Res Run for Education allowed the Chamber to give back over $37K to our local school organizations!
Register now and help spread the word!
🏃♀️Can’t make it on race day? You can still be part of the fun!
- Run virtually from wherever you are. Every step (and every registration) still counts!
- Cheer from the sidelines and show your support in spirit.
👉 Register Now HERE— every runner makes a difference!
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Healthy Lifestyles Fair
Complimenting the run is our Healthy Lifestyles Fair Sunday, October 19 from 7:30-10:30am. Stop by for treats, games and information from our fair vendors!
All Ages Recreation Downtown, Bay Area Psychotherapy Institute (BAPTI), Beasts of the Bay Strength, Cambiati Wellness Programs, Cancer Support Community, Contra Costa Animal Services, Dajenel Medical Aesthetics and Wellness, Concord Turkey Trot (benefits Contra Costa Loaves and Fishes) Organized by Diablo Valley Credit Union, Dave and Busters, Guide Dogs for the Blind Puppy Club, In the Deets + Konstructo, Joybound People & Pets, Lamorinda Strong, Lamorinda Toothbuds - Pediatric Dentistry, Little Cloud Pediatric Dentistry, LMYA, LPIE, Mathnasium of Lafayette, Oakwood Athletic Club, Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant Hill, PFLAG Lamorinda, Renaissance Dental Group, Renewal by Andersen, SB Global Families, Scouts of America Troop #200, Soccer Stars Contra Costa, Soularium Academy, Sports Basement, Sutter Health Orinda Pediatrics, The Art of CPR, Tudorka Tots Inc., and Yoga Village.
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Lafayette Chamber Connectors
Lafayette Chamber Connectors will be meeting on Wednesday, October 15 from 8:15-9:30am at Creekside Commons at 1035 Carol Lane, Lafayette. Special thanks to our October Connectors sponsor for the breakfast treats, Craig Isaacs, BlueGoo Photography.
Registration required HERE!
No cost for Lafayette Chamber members. Guests are welcome to attend the first meeting for free and then can join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration.
Lafayette Chamber Connectors is Co-Chaired by Fred Steingraf, Edward Jones and Rebekah Dani, Rebekah Dani Coaching & Consulting.
Photo from August Connectors meeting by Craig Isaacs, BlueGoo Photography.
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Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals
Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals will be meeting on Thursday, October 16 from 5:30-7pm at Headlands Brewing, 3420 Mt Diablo Blvd, #A, Lafayette.
Registration required HERE!
No cost for Lafayette Chamber members. Guests are welcome to attend the first meeting for free and then can join the Lafayette Chamber or pay the $20 guest fee during registration. No-host bar and food.
Lafayette Chamber Connectors is co-chaired by Carolyne Charvoz, Mass Mutual of Northern California and Matt Boone, Real Estate Agent, Compass.
Photo from August Young Professionals meeting. See more photos HERE.
| | Thank You to Our Renewing Chamber Members | | |
The following members renewed their Lafayette Chamber membership 10/6-10/12:
Aegis Living of Moraga, member since 1999
Cambiati Wellness Programs, member since 2016
ConventionForce, member since 2018
Dave and Busters, member since 2024
Loard's Ice Cream and Candy, member since 2022
Pediatric Dentistry of Pleasant Hill, member since 2013
Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Funeral & Cremation Center, member since 1984
Stafford Creative and Co, member since 2024
Tires Direct, member since 2016
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Lafayette Chamber Connectors at Creekside Commons
Wednesday, October 15, 8:15-9:30am
Ribbon Cutting at CrossWaterCreek Outfitters
Wednesday, October 15, 4pm
Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals at Headlands Brewing
Thursday, October 16, 5:30-7pm
Lafayette Res Run for Education
Sunday, October 19, 7:30-10:30am
Ribbon Cutting at Big Woof Pets
Thursday, October 23, 11am
"Coffee" with City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell
Friday, October 24, 8am
Ribbon Cutting at Club Champion
Friday, October 24, 10am
Trick or Treat Street
Friday, October 24, 4-6pm
Witch Way to Mocktails
Saturday, October 25, 2025 11am-3pm
➡ Lafayette Chamber Events Calendar ⬅
Chamber Member Events Calendar
Arts Community Email blast (Last Issue - Oct/Nov 2025)
Nonprofit & Arts Community Email Blast (Last issue - September 2025)
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Trick or Treat Street
For a fun, safe Halloween event, children and their parents are invited to our Trick-or-Treat Street event on Mt. Diablo Blvd. from Plaza Way to Dewing Ave, Lafayette Circle and in La Fiesta Square from 4-6pm on Friday, October 24, 2025. This is a free event with candy and festivities provided Lafayette's local businesses. Don't forget to bring your Trick-or-Treat bag!
If you are a Chamber Member and still wish to participate, please complete the form HERE.
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White Pony Express Food Rescue
White Pony Express, whose mission is to eliminate hunger in Contra Costa County, will pick up fresh produce and prepared fresh food, 7 days a week. Call 925-322-0604 to schedule a pickup and make sure to listen to the different extension options.
You can also deliver to them at: 2470 Bates Avenue Suite D, Concord CA 94520.
www.whiteponyexpress.org
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Changing Seasons, Changing Lives: Shop & Make A Difference
Visit Youth Homes' Thrift Shop at 15b Vivian Drive, Pleasant Hill, on Thursday, October 16th from 6-8pm to:
- Browse our beautiful new fall collection
- Create unique upcycled accessories
- Learn how every visit to our shop helps under-served youth
Bring your friends to feel closer to the healing magic of Youth Homes and enjoy complimentary beverages and light bites. Click HERE to RSVP for free!
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3rd Annual Lamorinda Public Safety Day
Bring the whole family on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9-11am, to this fun event with free food and information! Participants include the Lafayette Police Department, Contra Costa Fire Prevention Department, Lamorinda CERT, Contra Costa Search and Rescue, Lamorinda Area Radio Interest Group, and more.
The Lamorinda Public Safety Day will be at St. Anselm's Episcopal Church, 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette. For more information, visit www.stanselms.us.
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City of Lafayette: The Weekly Roundup
This week’s updates from City Manager, Niroop Srivatsa highlight:
- Thank You to Contra Costa Fire
- Are you Firewise?
- Now on View: Fall Art Exhibitions
- Ballots Mailed for Upcoming Statewide Special Election
- Lafayette Reservoir Run for Education is Sunday, October 19
- Police Department Statistics for September
- City Council Meeting TUESDAY Night
- Upcoming Meetings
- Ongoing Roadwork Advisories
➡ Sign up to receive City notifications, meeting agendas, and Lafayette’s publications HERE. Also, find out how to follow the City of Lafayette on social media at https://www.lovelafayette.org/connect.
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Supervisor Candace Andersen Weekly Update
October 10, 2025, Weekly Update
Sign up for weekly updates HERE.
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Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Humanitarians of the Year: Submit nominations by October 31 for a High School Student HERE and for an Adult Nomination HERE.
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Board of Supervisors - October 7: Proclamations were issued recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Filipino American History Month, and Hunter Syndrome Awareness Day. The Board also honored the Rainbow Community Center on its 30th Anniversary and recognized Troy White for receiving the Carnegie Medal.
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Statewide Special Election - November 4: Registered voters in Contra Costa County should receive their Official Ballots by October 13. For more information, visit ContraCostaVote.gov.
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Bring the whole family to the Community Bike Festival on Saturday, October 25, from 10am-2pm at Iron Horse Middle School in San Ramon. Learn more HERE.
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Dine and Shop Local, Lafayette!
View our interactive dining and gift guide HERE!
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Highlight Your Chamber Membership!
Showcase your Lafayette Chamber membership on your website or marketing materials with the official Chamber logo! Simply email your request to info@lafayettechamber.org.
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