June 2024
Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
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The Summer Fun Family Mixer is one of my favorite Chamber member benefits – this free event is exclusively for members of the Greater Eureka Chamber, your employees and their immediate families (spouses/significant others and kids). It is a fantastic opportunity for your team to connect outside the workplace with other Chamber families for some good old-fashioned fun.
Entrance is FREE and includes activities such as live music with Blue Rhythm Revue, interactive games, a petting zoo, axe throwing, face painting, prize drawings – and race car rides! There will also be opportunities for kids to get up close with first responder vehicles and big trucks.
Attendees can purchase food from a number of Chamber member food trucks. For a donation, you can get hot dogs, beverages and access to the beer garden, all provided by Friends of the Fair.
Wristbands are required for entry for all attendees. Download this registration form to collect your staff reservations. Email your completed registration form to Susan@eurekachamber.com or drop the form by the Chamber office no later than Friday, July 1.
Businesses will receive their wristbands for entry all at once. They will be available for pickup at the Chamber starting Monday, July 8.
Thanks to our sponsors whose generosity is helping make this event come to life: RWE, Coast Central Credit Union, Nordic Aquafarms, Premier Financial Group and Redwood Capital Bank.
High-visibility sponsorship opportunities are still available for this event. Click here for more information.
And BIG THANKS to our Summer Fun Family Mixer host, The Acres. They have gone above and beyond to bring this experience to our Chamber community.
See you on July 18!
Nancy
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Rotary Club of Eureka, Bicoastal Media and Westside Community Improvement Association have teamed up to host our June mixer at the Jefferson Community Center, a multipurpose facility in the heart of Eureka offering classes, events, community resources, a neighborhood coffee shop, and more.
There will be refreshments prepared by Jefferson Community Center's chef, Chelsea Sterling.
Entertainment will be provided by DJ L Boogie.
June 20
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Jefferson Community Center
1000 B Street, Eureka
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Introducing Our New Team Member, Dillon Harp!
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Lean more about our new Workforce Partnerships Manager Dillon who joined our team this month:
My name is Dillon Avery Harp, I am the Workforce Partnerships Manager at the Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation and the Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce. I will be leading the Redwood Coast Chamber Foundation’s participation in Blue Lake Rancheria's Modern Youth Internship Academies, a program that strives to recruit and train local businesses, nonprofits, institutions, and organizations to expand work-based learning opportunities, such as internships and job shadowing, for North Coast high school students. As a passionate community organizer, I'm honored to have the opportunity to create meaningful experiences for our youth here on the North Coast.
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Members of the Greater Eureka Chamber journeyed through the mist and redwoods to the expansive grounds at Ridgefield Weddings and Events on Fickle Hill on May 16 for an evening of networking, great food, drinks, and amazing prizes donated by chamber businesses. The monthly mixer was co-hosted by Paloma Celebrations, which provided delicious libations for attendees. |
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Next Level Class: Financial Confidence |
In this Next Level class, certified financial coach Jim Ritter, and Coast Central Credit Union representatives Kay Serotta, Stephanie Poletski and Jera Newland, will outline the basic principles of personal finance. Included are tips about budgeting, managing credit and debt, saving, investing and insurance.
Sign up and secure your spot because Jim Ritter is offering FREE one-on-one financial coaching appointments exclusively to attendees of this class.
June 13
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Greater Eureka Chamber
612 G Street Ste. 101
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Next Level Class: The Future of Work |
Covid-19 prompted consumer and business behavior shifts, many of which will persist in the long run. Baby Boomers are retiring, highlighting the need for succession planning. But with an uptick in robotic automation and the use of AI across all industries and sectors, available jobs will shift dramatically in the coming years. How will these factors affect our work life?
Join Allie Jones, owner of Illuminated Marketing, to explore current trends and identify ways to embrace an uncertain future.
June 20
1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Greater Eureka Chamber
612 G Street Ste. 101
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Apply to Host A Chamber Mixer |
Do you want to host a Chamber mixer in 2025?
Starting now and through November, the Greater Eureka Chamber will be accepting applications from members. Hosting a mixer is a great opportunity for your business or organization to spread the word about your work and increase your presence in the community. Download the application below to apply and email it to susan@eurekachamber.com.
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Eureka’s Summer Concert Series Returns! |
Get ready to groove at the Eureka waterfront with ten weeks of sensational, free live music! Join your fellow music lovers at the Madaket Plaza for an unforgettable summer of music and community spirit. Please note, there will be no concert on
July 4.
Thursday evenings
June 13-August 22
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Madaket Plaza, Eureka
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Through the City of Eureka's Talk Eureka site, community members can participate directly in city planning.
Want to keep up with council meetings, help pick a name for your neighborhood or take part in participatory budgeting?
Help define what makes Eureka great by creating an account and diving into projects that interest you.
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Collecting Data to Help Parents Stay Employed |
The Arcata Economic Development Corporation is working with the California Center for Rural Policy to gather data that can help support our local workforce, employers, and the child care industry.
If you are an employer, please complete this three-minute survey and feel free to share the above Child Care Needs Assessment with your employees.
If you have any questions about the project or would like paper copies of the survey, please contact Jade Hoff at jade@aedc1.org.
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A New Multimedia Play about Cultural Fire |
The Wiyot Tribe and North Coast Repertory Theatre present a stage reading of Wusatoumuduk: We Make it Burn, a new multi-media play about cultural fire.
There will be two separate, free stage readings of this performance with opportunities for audience members to give feedback.
June 15, 7:00 p.m.
June 16, 2:00 p.m.
300 5th Street, Eureka
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Enjoy Concerts at the Garden |
Humboldt Botanical Garden is hosting a summer concert series every first and third Sunday of the month through October. The first show of the season will feature salsa music performed by The Latin Peppers. Come enjoy the sweet sounds and botanical sights.
June 16 - October 20
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
7707 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka
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Take the 2024 Eureka Home and Garden Tour |
The Eureka Heritage Society is hosting a Home and Garden Tour beginning at the Annie B. Ryan House and Gardens. Following the tour, there will be an after party with artists, live music, and a silent auction to benefit the Eureka Heritage Society.
Click below for more details.
June 23
12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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Carole's Critters Pet Adoption Event |
Lost Coast Communications, in partnership with Blue Lake Casino, is hosting the first annual Carole's Critters pet adoption and fundraising event to support local animal shelters and rescues. Bring $10 cash or pet food in exchange for an entry ticket.
June 29
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Near Sapphire Palace at Blue Lake Casino Hotel
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Putt for a Good Cause with Bear River |
Bear River's Annual Charity Golf Tournament is around the corner and you are invited to play in the tournament, be a sponsor or donate a prize!
This year Bear River Casino and Resort will be raising funds to benefit charitable organizations within Humboldt County and the surrounding communities.
July 26
Eureka Golf Course
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Friends of the Dunes 'Dune Detective' Summer Camp |
Friends of the Dunes is offering summer camps for children ages 5 to 8 at the Humboldt Coastal Nature Center. Campers will visit beaches, dunes, wetlands, and coastal forests while learning about nature through exploration, observation, games, songs, and other hands-on activities.
Friends of the Dunes is also offering related job and internship opportunities. Visit their website for more information.
Various Dates in July
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Tri Counties Independent Living Expo |
Join TCIL to discover resources for independent living and assistive technology for people with disabilities. Admission is free and there will be games and prizes.
For more information contact Anisa Escobedo at anisa@tilinet.org or call 707-445-8404 Ext 708.
August 9
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Sequoia Conference Center
901 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka
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Coldwell Banker Cutten Realty Under New Ownership |
After 50 years of dedicated service, Coldwell Banker Cutten Realty’s broker, Mock Wahlund, is pleased to announce the transfer of ownership to long-time agents Jill Macdonald and Joe Matteoli. |
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Interested in Electric Vehicles? |
RCEA has launched a new rebate program to help its customers buy a new or used electric vehicle. Rebates between $1,000 and $4,000 may be issued to qualified applicants on a first-come, first-served basis while funding lasts. |
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Advanced Security Receives National Recognition |
Advanced Security Systems was recently included in the prestigious SDM 100 list. Security Distributing & Marketing’s SDM 100 features the top 100 security companies in the country. Out of over 57,000 security companies nationwide, Advanced Security Systems was ranked number 58. This esteemed recognition underscores Advanced Security Systems’ unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and safeguarding communities against emerging threats. |
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Humboldt Crabs Games Kick off with Support from Compass Community Credit Union |
Compass Community Credit Union is excited to announce its ongoing support for the local Humboldt Crabs baseball team as they kick off their 80th season.
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4th Annual Redwood Coast Region Economic Summit |
Register for the 4th Annual Redwood Coast Region Economic Summit. This two-day summit is designed to foster a future-ready economy that appeals to and supports the dreams of young employees and entrepreneurs. Secure your seat and save money when you register before August 31!
October 10 and 11
Sequoia Conference Center
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Register for Free Classes from the Alzheimer's Association |
The Alzheimer's Association has a few more free classes coming up this month.
Click below to view their offerings.
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You Can Help Prepare and Connect with Humboldt's Next Gen Leaders |
College of the Redwoods, in partnership with the Greater Eureka Chamber, is looking for professionals like you to bring the real world of careers into their classrooms.
Share your experience as a panelist in a classroom, host an intern from CR, have a student job shadow you, or share your business expertise as a member of a career-specific, industry advisory group.
For more information contact:
Montel Vanderhorck, Director of Employer Partnerships
Montel.Vanderhork@redwoods.edu.
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Want to Share Your Message with Fellow Chamber Members? |
Your membership benefits include sharing news about your business with over 1,800 newsletter subscribers each month.
Send us your pictures, documents or a press release, the latest news, events and accomplishments (images no bigger than 5mb please) with a sentence or two as a description to carly@eurekachamber.com by the last Friday of the month to be included in the following newsletter.
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