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Volunteer at the Special Olympics
Southern California
November 12th & 13th
Don’t miss your chance to become a volunteer at the Special Olympics Southern
California’s Fall Games! Click here to register or email volunteer@sosc.org for more information.
Fountain Valley Sports Park and David L. Baker Golf Course: 10410 Edinger Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Water-Wise Plants and Practices Are Growing at Chapman
Many of the new plants are small, but as drought-tolerant landscaping projects spread across the Chapman campus, it’s clear that the university’s growing water-conservation efforts are taking root in a big way. “It’s exciting to be at a phase where we can share this opportunity with the rest of the campus community and everyone can enjoy the benefits of these drought-tolerant landscapes,” says Jenny Kaufman, energy conservation and sustainability manager at Chapman. Read more here!
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Ronald McDonald House OC 's Trunk or Treat
October 28th @ 5:00pm
Ronald McDonald House OC is having a Trunk or Treat event at the Orange Police Department on Friday, October 28th from 5pm-8pm. Come stop by for a night of food, games, trunk contests, and more fun! The Orange Police Department is located on 1107 N. Batavia Street.

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NORMS Hallo-Weekend Specials
Stop by your local NORMS in costume for a free kids entree (12 & under) or order free delivery!
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Orange Plaza Rotary Club Needs
Volunteers for Pre-Thanksgiving Food Drive
November 5th
Orange Plaza Rotary Club is putting on a Pre-Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit food challenged families in Orange. The Food Drive is being held at Stater Bros Market 3325 E. Chapman Avenue in Orange. They are asking volunteers to work two-hour shifts from 8AM to 4PM. If you'd like to volunteer, contact lew.m.elliott@gmail.com with the time you’d like to work & your cell number.
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Sunrise of Orange's Senior Scam Prevention Seminar
November 9th @ 10:50 am
Join The Orange Senior Center, Sunrise of Orange, and the Orange Police Department to learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from scams.
To RSVP, contact Tifney Holler at (714) 769-4421.

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OC Supervisor Donald P. Wagner's Rock for Veterans Day
November 11th @ 12:00 pm
Please join us for a FREE outdoor festival hosted by Supervisor Don Wagner in partnership with AngelForce USA, a nonprofit dedicated to Veteran services and resources. Together, we can help support our Veterans as a community.
Irvine Regional Park: 1 Irvine Park Rd Orange, CA

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Lutheran Social Services of Southern California's
Color of Hope Gala & Awards
November 11th @ 5:00 pm
Join Lutheran Social Services of Southern California for an evening of champagne, auctions, gourmet food, and entertainment. Your support for this gala shows that the causes of LSSSC are your causes: Initiatives like ending homelessness, supporting victims of violence, feeding the hungry, supporting mental health recovery, connecting with seniors, mentoring youth and so much more. Purchase tickets or donate here!
Fullerton Marriott at California State University
2701 Nutwood Ave Fullerton, CA 92831

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Tokyo Automotive's Teens, Tune-Ups, & Tires
November 12th @ 10:00 am
Is your teenager about to get their first vehicle?! If you're worried about setting them out on the road without basic car care knowledge, then our Teens, Tune-Ups, & Tires event may be just what you're looking for! Learn basic fluid checks, basic under-hood maintenance, how to change a tire, roadside safety, and much more!
380 E. Orangethorpe Ave. Placentia, CA, 92870

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Anaheim Ducks' Coach's 5K Challenge
November 13th
Join the Anaheim Ducks at Great Park in Irvine for Coach's 5k Challenge! Runners receive a custom etched medal made of game-used glass from a Ducks game at Honda Center, runner's bib, and one Terrace Level ticket to watch the Ducks take on the Detroit Red Wings on November 15th. To register click here!
USE CODE TERRY22 for $5 OFF!

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Friendly Center's Turkey Baskets Drive
November 21st
Friendly Center collects Turkey Baskets containing enough food for a family to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at home. Help us reach our goal of providing for 500 families during these challenging times.
Sign-up for a drop-off appointment starting November 1st.
Drop-Off Locations
147 W Rose Ave, Orange
6688 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
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Each basket should contain a $25 grocery store gift card (to purchase turkey), 1 box of stuffing, 1 can of cranberry sauce, 1 box of dry potatoes, 1 can of candied yams, 2 cans of green beans, 2 cans of corn, 1 jar of turkey gravy, 1 bag of rolls, 1 pumpkin pie (no frozen and keep separate) | | |
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Orange County Labor Force and Industry Employment Estimates for September 2022
The unemployment rate in Orange County was 2.7 percent in September 2022, down from a revised 3.0 percent in August 2022, and below the year-ago estimate of 5.0 percent. This compares with an unadjusted unemployment rate of 3.7 percent for California and 3.3 percent for the nation during the same period. Between August 2022 and September 2022, total non-farm employment rose from 1,658,600 to 1,669,100, an increase of 10,500 jobs. For more labor market info, click here!
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Simplify Your Business Plan
November 10th @6:00 pm
Simplify Your Business Plan (Business Model Canvas) The Business Model Canvas is a tool to identify all aspects of your start-up business. Lenders are starting to accept the BMC rather than a full Business Plan. This approach will help you to identify all aspects of your start-up and ensure its success. Learn how to use the BMC to create your business, identify your Value Proposition for your competitive success, and check your Value Proposition to customers’ needs. Register here!
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Executive Board
Al Ricci
Chair of the Board
Alisa Driscoll
Chair Elect
Gina Cunningham
Secretary
Chris Horton
Treasurer
Angie Catale
Vice Chair of Events
Brian Rauso
Vice Chair of Operations
Cynthia Quimby
Vice Chair of
Community Relations
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Board of Directors
Staff
Elizabeth Holloman - Executive Director
Connie Chan - Operations Manager
Joey Lin - Media and Marketing Coordinator
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34 Plaza Square
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 538-3581
info@orangechamber.com
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