May 2025
Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
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Happy May, Chamber Members!
Did you know that your membership includes discounted access to our suite of professional meeting rooms and cowork space? We recently expanded our community coworking space to include more offices, another meeting room, and four hot desks, perfect for bringing your laptop and collaborating on projects.
Conveniently located in Downtown Eureka, our cowork and office space is within walking distance from Old Town shops, restaurants, and the California Welcome Center, making it the perfect place for visitors and residents alike to do business. Did we mention cowork users also get access to a shared lobby, kitchenette, strong WiFi, ethernet and complementary coffee?
Why work from home when there are so many perks to coworking with us!
Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
Hourly Meeting Room Rentals
Choose from three professional meeting rooms equipped with WiFi, monitors and webcams. Great for trainings, presentations and virtual meetings. Our large conference room seats up to 25.
Dedicated Office Space
Your own private office space. Please call for pricing and availability.
Coworking Hot Desks
Collaborative workstations, perfect for bringing your laptop and working on projects. We offer daily or monthly passes based on your needs.
Want to see the space for yourself? Pay us a visit at 612 G Street, Suite 101 in Eureka and we would be glad to give you a tour. Both Members and nonmembers are welcome.
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May Business After Hours Mixer
Experience art, amicable networking, and even a little absurdity at our next Business After Hours event at the Menden-Hall of Art and Mystery!
Join us for an evening of mixing, mingling and admiring the creations of local artist Linda Wise. Don't forget to bring your business card and a gift for the raffle!
May 15
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Mendenhall Studios
215 C Street, Eureka
This is Member exclusive event.
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Conversations with Leaders: Checking in on the Economy
Our local economy is in flux due to a multitude of factors. Having reliable information is critical as we make key decisions for our businesses and organizations. Join this virtual session to learn about: The current economy, implications for our community, tariffs and how to prepare your business for what's ahead. We'll also review the results of the recent Humboldt Economic Survey, which included responses from over 200 businesses and organizations across the County.
Conversations with Leaders is a free exclusive benefit for Members of the Greater Eureka Chamber. Registration is required.
May 28
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Via Zoom
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Sponsor Summer Fun
Sponsor the 3rd Annual Summer Fun Family Mixer – Hosted by The Acres on July 17, 2025!
Summer Fun Family Mixer sponsors have the opportunity to set up an outreach booth to connect with adults and kids alike! Educate attendees about your mission, show off your swag, participate in an on-air radio spot and create cool interactive activities for local youth.
Interested in sponsorship? Email Nancy@eurekachamber.com.
Want to attend? Registration is open now at eurekachamber.com.
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Laser Tag and Mini Golf Comes to Old Town
The Chamber kicked off the month of May by sponsoring a ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Game On Laser and More. If you love laser tag, mini golf and cool alien murals, this is the place for you!
Game On is located at 411 First Street in Eureka.
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Green Rush Cannabis Co. Opens on Broadway
We also recently facilitated a ribbon cutting marking the grand opening of Green Rush Cannabis Co. on Broadway in Eureka.
Located at 2742 Broadway, Green Rush Cannabis Co. is a family-owned business that offers premium flowers, extracts and edibles.
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New Member Orientation
Did you join the Chamber within the last year? Join us for a Greater Eureka Chamber New Member Orientation session. We will introduce you to our various programs and events, highlight networking opportunities and share some of our public policy initiatives. This is also a great opportunity for you to network with other new members of the Greater Eureka Chamber! Refreshments will be provided.
June 10
10:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Greater Eureka Chamber
612 G Street Ste. 101, Eureka
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Introducing Cámara de Comercio Humboldt!
Join us for a mixer to celebrate the launch of Cámara de Comercio Humboldt, the new Latinx chamber of commerce housed with the Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation!
The mission of Cámara de Comercio Humboldt is to uplift Latinx economic prosperity by providing accessible education, resources, robust networking opportunities, strategic partnerships, innovative thinking, and advocacy for entrepreneurship and future economic growth.
Tuesday, June 24
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Aroma's Cafe
1651 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka
Interested in becoming a founding investor in Cámara de Comercio? Contact Nancy@eurekachamber.com.
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The AI Advantage: Mastering ChatGPT, Automation, and Agents for Your Operations
In this class, e-marketing expert, Emanuel Rose, will demystify artificial intelligence and demonstrate its practical applications. Together, you'll explore core principles and key concepts like LLMs, GPTs, Automation, and Agents. More importantly, you'll unpack real-world use cases relevant to Humboldt businesses.
Space is limited, so register today!
June 26
12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Greater Eureka Chamber
612 G Street Suite 101, Eureka
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Interested in More Classes or Community Programs?
If you want to stay up to date about other classes and community programs, tailored to local businesses and nonprofits, follow the Greater Eureka Chamber's affiliate organization, Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation on Facebook and Instagram!
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Learn More about the Bay to Zoo Trail
Join City staff, Councilmember Scott Bauer, and County Supervisor Natalie Arroyo for a presentation on the Bay to Zoo Trail project. Following the presentation, a panel will answer questions received prior to the event. To submit a question, email BTZtrail@eurekaca.gov by May 23.
May 28
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Zane Middle School Library
2155 S Street, Eureka
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Need Help Securing Contracts?
If your business is located in rural Northern California, you might be eligible for a federal certification that can help you win government contracts. The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) certification is for businesses located in regions that have not benefited from much federal contract spending in the past. Join us for this free webinar to explore the benefits of the HUBZone certification!
May 20
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
FREE Virtual Training (Zoom Webinar)
Registration is required.
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Pints for Nonprofits: Grab a Cold One for Coastal Conservation
Friends of the Dunes is teaming up with Redwood Curtain Brewing Company in Arcata for Pints for Nonprofits. During this event, $1 of every drink sold will go directly to Friends of the Dunes to support coastal conservation! Friends of the Dunes ambassadors will be on site from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. to answer questions, and chat about all of the amazing work happening at Friends of the Dunes. It’s a casual, community powered celebration of our rare and beautiful coastal ecosystems. Come cheers for the dunes!
May 21
11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
550 South G Street Suite 4, Arcata
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Bowling to Benefit Youth
HAR Cares for Youth committee was formed by the Humboldt Association of Realtors in 2019 to assist local youth and youth organizations. HAR Cares offers a wide range of assistance from food to shoes and clothing, bedding, school supplies and equipment, personal items and temporary emergency housing assistance.
Please join the HAR Cares for Youth committee for a fun evening of bowling or become a sponsor of the 6th Annual Bowling Tournament to help support the youth of Humboldt County.
May 22
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Harbor Lanes in Eureka
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This Month, Give BOLDLY
May 29 marks the first BOLD Day of Giving, Access Humboldt's county-wide initiative benefiting local nonprofit organizations. You can learn more about our region's participating nonprofits by watching the BOLD Day of TV running on Access Humboldt's channels during the month of May. The BOLD Day of Giving includes match-funding, donor prizes and more from Access Humboldt's partners and sponsors.
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Create the Next 'I Voted' Sticker!
The Humboldt County Office of Elections invites local artists to submit designs for new "I Voted" stickers. Winning designs will be distributed to voters during the upcoming primary and general elections. For details and submission guidelines click below. Deadline to submit is June 3.
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Redwood Coast Music Festival
Experience an unforgettable weekend of music and dance at the Redwood Coast Music Festival in Eureka. This annual tradition brings four whole days of live music to Old Town and Downtown.
Tickets are on sale now, so register today!
October 2-5
Various locations in Eureka
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Early Bird Registration Now Open for Regional Economic Development Summit
Now in its fifth year, the 5th Annual Redwood Coast Region Economic Development Summit brings together changemakers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to foster innovation, collaboration, and regional growth.
This year’s theme, Harvesting Growth: Transforming Rural Economies, will spark fresh conversations around downtown revitalization, tourism, and innovative rural development, with a special focus on agri-tourism and the blue economy.
November 6-7
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Advanced Security Welcome's Former Fire Captain to Team
Advanced Security Systems is proud to announce the newest addition to their team: AJ Armanini, former Fire Captain with the Santa Rosa Fire Department. After dedicating over a decade to public safety in Sonoma County, AJ brings his frontline expertise in fire response and emergency services to the private sector, joining Advanced Security Systems as a key team member focused exclusively on serving Sonoma County.
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Petrusha Law Gives Back to PETS
Amy Hagan, Paralegal with Petrusha Law, has nominated the PETS (Paws, Ears, Tails, and Smiles) Program to receive this month’s $1,000 donation as part of the firm’s “10 Years, $10,000 Thanks” campaign.
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Cassaros Catering Celebrates 20 Years in Business
Cassaro's Catering is celebrating a big milestone and has the following message to share:
"For 20 years you've let us be a part of some of your most important memories. We cannot thank you enough for your support. We love our community and love serving you amazing food that helps foster a sense of togetherness no matter what the occasion."
A huge congratulations to the Cassaro's team!
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Give
The Alzheimer's Association is holding a fundraiser in partnership with Habmbro Recycling centers across Humboldt. Go to various recycle locations in Eureka, Humboldt and Fortuna, turn in your bottles and cans, and donate your cash back to a good cause. The fundraiser will run through December.
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