News & Events from the Lafayette Chamber | | |
JOINT Nonprofit Network: Lafayette and Concord Chambers at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center Amphitheater
Wednesday, June 4, 8:30am-10am
Rock The Plaza Summer Concert Series
Fridays, June: 6, 13, 20, 27
Ribbon Cutting at ArtistryMK and R&H Rejuvenation and Health
Tuesday, June 10, 3pm-4pm
Lafayette Business Women at St. Perpetua
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 8:45am-10:00am
Lafayette Chamber Connectors at The Lafayette Scoop
Wednesday, June 18th, 8:15am - 9:30am
Lafayette Chamber Mixer and Vendor Fair
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 5pm-7pm
➡ Lafayette Chamber Events Calendar ⬅
Chamber Member Events Calendar
Nonprofit Email Blast (Current issue June 2025)
Arts Community Blast (Current issue May-June 2025)
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JOINT Nonprofit Network: Lafayette and Concord Chambers
The Concord Nonprofit Network and Lafayette Chamber Nonprofit Network are sharing knowledge and building community together.
Wednesday, June 4, 8:30AM - 10AM
Lafayette Library and Learning Center, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette.
Register here.
We believe that nonprofit organizations play an essential role in building and sustaining thriving communities. Our mission is to foster collaboration, share expertise, and promote best practices among nonprofit professionals and volunteers. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a newcomer to the non-profit sector, we're here to provide you with the resources, connections, and support you need to make a positive impact in the world.
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Resource spotlight for the morning will be “Insights on Corporate Social Responsibility and the Resources available for Non-profits to best leverage" presented by Nichol Carranza, Marathon Renewable Fuels.
FREE and open to Lafayette Chamber AND Concord Chamber member nonprofit executives, staff, board, volunteers.
Please note that we are planning to meet outside. Please dress accordingly. We encourage early registration to ensure your spot—this event is expected to fill quickly.
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Rock the Plaza Concert Series
Free live music in Lafayette Fridays in June presented by the Lafayette Chamber!
Kicking off the 2025 Rock the Plaza Concert Series is ZEBOP! A tribute to the music of Santana, Friday, June 6, 2025, 6pm-8pm in Lafayette Plaza (corner of Mt. Diablo Blvd. and Moraga Road). Followed by Juke Joint on June 13, Other People’s Money on June 20 and the Lamorinda Idol Finalists on June 27.
Live music and activities for all ages. Bring your own picnic or pickup takeout from a nearby restaurant, your blanket and/or lawn chair, and your air guitar!
https://lafayettechamber.org/rock
| | WELCOME OUR NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS | | |
The following businesses/organizations recently joined the Lafayette Chamber! We encourage you to visit their website to learn more.
Express Employment Professionals - San Ramon
3150 Crow Canyon Pl, Suite 150, San Ramon, CA 94583
Bhawna Choudhary, https://www.expresspros.com/us-california-san-ramon
We specialize in providing temporary, contract, and direct-hire staffing services in a range of fields, including administrative and office support, skilled trades & industrial, professional & technical, sales & marketing, human resources and recruitment.
Category: Business & Professional Services
Futures Explored, Inc.
2150 John Glenn Dr, Suite 300, Concord, CA 94520
Danon Jenkins and Robin Oberg, www.futures-explored.org
Futures Explored is a nonprofit that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through programs in community engagement, wellness, employment, education, creative arts, and filmmaking.
Category: Non-Profit Organizations
J Brody & Co.
3975 Industrial Way, Suite F, Concord, CA 94520
Joseph Brody, https://jbrodyandco.com
J Brody & Co. is a local woodworking business focused on furniture and sustainable kitchenware.
Category: Arts, Culture, & Entertainment, Shopping & Specialty Retail
Koast Kombucha
2200 Jerrold Ave., Ste N, San Francisco, CA 94124
Aaron Ho, https://koastkombucha.com
Koast Kombucha is a premium, handcrafted, probiotic beverage founded in San Francisco in 2015. Our love for the coast has inspired us to create a drink that sets the golden standard for kombucha, and we pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship using time-tested materials and techniques to bring you a unique experience you won't find anywhere else. The Koast Team, San Francisco 2024: Each flavor is inspired by the beautiful California Coast with a focus on taste and quality. Our products are handcrafted in our kitchen in San Francisco, and each batch is aged in oak barrels, creating a unique flavor profile that's packed with healthy probiotics, beneficial acids, and vitamins promoting a healthy gut. We made it simple so you can focus on the more important things in life.
Category: Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Health & Wellness
Light Story Photography
Lafayette, CA 94549
Jen Fairbanks, http://www.lightstoryphotography.com
Branding photography for small businesses and professionals in the Bay Area.
Category: Business & Professional Services, Arts, Culture, & Entertainment
Office of Senator Timothy Grayson
51 Moraga Way, Suite 2, Orinda, CA 94563
Rachel Zenner, https://sd09.senate.ca.gov
Category: Government & Public Services
Sizzling Latin LLC
1018C Almanor Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549
Timea Potys, www.sizzlinglatin.com
Dance Classes & Creative Event Space in Lafayette!
Offering Kids, Teens, and Adult Dancesport, Social & Wedding Dance Lessons.
Also available: Birthday Party Venue, Event Entertainment & Creative Space Rentals.
For All Ages & All Levels
Category: Fitness, Sports & Recreation, Youth & Education
Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
911 Moraga Rd Suite 101, Lafayette, CA 94549
Dr. Chhaya Makhija, www.unifiedendocrinecare.com
Category: Healthcare & Medical, Health & Wellness
| | THANK YOU, RENEWING CHAMBER MEMBERS | | |
The following members renewed their Lafayette Chamber membership 5/19/2025 - 6/1/2025.
PREMIERE MEMBER:
Oakwood Athletic Club, member since 1996
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Bay Alarm, member since 2014
Cancer Support Community, member since 2017
Chicks and Love Pizza, member since 2023
Diablo Publications, member since 2002
Home Team Hauling, member since 2022
John Muir Health Foundation, member since 2021
Kiku Sushi & Vegetarian, member since 2021
Kimberley Harrison Interiors, member since 2022
Lamorinda Optometry, member since 1983
LeafFilter Gutter Protection, member since 2024
Little Seeds, member since 2024
Misto Lino, member since 2014
Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation, member since 2004
Zahra Boutique Salon, member since 2011
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Thank you for making our 2025 Taste of Lafayette a BIG success!!
We need to take a moment to shout out a massive thank you to all who made our annual downtown restaurant stroll the best yet! From the delicious food tastings to the amazing beverage offerings and entertainment, it was an unforgettable night.
Huge props to our amazing restaurants for outdoing themselves once again! Every stop was a fun, new culinary adventure, and guests LOVED every bite.
The entertainment in the plaza added to the festive ambiance, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and camaraderie. Thank you to Generations in Jazz, All Ages Recreation Downtown and AJ Rogers with The New You Dance Center. And of course, we were blessed with perfect weather and an enthusiastic crowd, making it the best Taste of Lafayette to date.
A special shoutout to Jodi Foucher Photography for capturing the magic of the evening.
This event was a huge team effort by so many so please let the credits roll …
Thanks to our sponsors and in-kind partners
All Ages Recreation Downtown
Blue Oak Built by Diamond Construction
Cobain Orthodontics
Coldwell Banker – Tom Stack
Community Foundation of Lafayette
Diablo Foods
Markstein Sales Company (Firestone Walker)
Generations in Jazz
Jackson’s Wines and Spirits
Jake Stewart State Farm Lafayette
Lamorinda Spirit Van Senior Transportation
Lewis Asset Management
Livermore Wine Trolley
MAI Capital Management
Mechanics Bank
Minuteman Press
New You Dance Center
Oakwood Athletic Club
PG&E
RecycleSmart
Republic Services
Reyes Bottling Company – Joe Dougherty
Rotary Club of Lafayette
Sequoia Signs & Graphics
Town Hall Theatre
Thanks to the 30 Participating Restaurants in downtown Lafayette.
Thanks to our partners at the City of Lafayette, Lafayette Police Department, and City of Lafayette Public Works.
Volunteers
All Ages Recreation Downtown (Eden Hall, Isabelle Porcella, Lucy Maguire)
Boys Team Charity
Big Tommy Burns
City of Lafayette Council Members: Mayor Susan Candell and John McCormick
Mike Collier
Community Foundation of Lafayette (Diane Barbera, Mario DiPrisco, Lisa Riedmiller, Deya Murthy, Liem Ho, Oliver Penn)
April French
Scott Hampton
Lafayette Chamber Board: Joseline Annan, Connie Collier, Dennis Garrison, John McCormick, Matt Pease, Katie Santos, Jeremy Steel, Wendy Tamis, Don Tatzin
Ariana Marie
National Charity League – Acalanes Chapter
Riley Regan
Rotary Club of Lafayette (Larry Blodgett, Troy Feddersen, Elaine Holt, Chuck Vogel, Ron Wake)
Diana Ruiz
Beverly Schmidt
Jackie Steel
Town Hall Theatre Volunteers (Tricia Kelley, Lulu Braunstein, Laura Bergman, Kathleen Olson)
Save the Date for our next Taste of Lafayette: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – We can’t wait to do it all again!
With heartfelt gratitude,
The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce
📷 See pictures from the event here.
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Ribbon Cutting at ArtistryMK and R&H Rejuvenation and Health!
Please join us for a Ribbon Cutting at ArtistryMK and R&H Rejuvenation and Health.
They will cut the ribbon at 3:15pm SHARP.
Register below for a reminder!
Tuesday, June 10, 3pm - 4pm
ArtistryMK and R&H Rejuvenation and Health, 1080 Carol Lane, Suite 108, Lafayette
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Mix, Mingle & Market Yourself!
Join fellow Lafayette Chamber members for an evening of networking, community connection, and local business discovery. This is your chance to build visibility, make new contacts, and showcase your organization in a casual, social setting.
Lafayette Chamber Mixer & Vendor Fair
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
REGISTER HERE
Hosted at the Lafayette Veterans Memorial Center, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA.
Free for Chamber Members | $20 Guest Fee (Non-Members)
Featuring local wines by Deer Hill Vineyards, Los Arabis Vineyards and Raisin d'Etre Vineyards at the no-host bar. Complementary non-alcoholic beverages from Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling.
Event sponsored by Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County.
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⚠️ Social Media Scams!
There have been scams through social media messaging asking for your phone number. Do your research, if the messaging seems suspicious, do not respond, or respond via another communication channel to confirm.
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⚠️ Friendly Reminder: Watch Out for Scams Targeting Local Businesses
Lafayette Chamber was alerted of recent scam attempts—via email and phone—targeting local businesses and employees. These messages often appear to come from a supervisor or team member and may request urgent payments, gift cards, or sensitive information.
Scammers do their homework—they might know who’s out of the office or use real names to sound convincing.
Please pause and verify any unusual requests through a trusted method before taking action. When in doubt, check it out!
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All Ages Recreation Downtown Presents Art Market in the Parklet
Artisan Fair, Lawn Games, Food, Treats, Crafts & Activities.
Free admission for all ages.
Each Sundays through Aug. 17, 11am-5pm, 3501 Golden Gate Way
Artists, Food Trucks, Treats Vendors, please use form on allagesplay.org to participate, or use this link.
This 14 Summer Sundays event series focused on local artisans, fun, food, and funds for downtown parks is made possible thanks to many generous donors, and the support of:
All Ages Recreation Downtown is a 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(2) public benefit nonprofit dedicated to bringing all ages and all abilities parks and recreation programs to downtown Lafayette, CA. TX ID # 93-2021276
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LAST CALL to Get Your Free Ad in the Grapevine Coupon Book
Good when you purchase an ad in the July/ August issue of The Grapevine, mailed to 81,000 homes in the same 4 great mailing zones!
Click here to learn more!
| | UPCOMING CHAMBER MEMBER EVENTS | | |
East Bay Municipal Utility District
Please join EBMUD Director Luz Gómez for her first annual Ward 2 Ward Briefing on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Ramon Community Center’s Terrace Room (12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon).
This event brings together elected officials, agency partners, and regional leaders for a conversation with Director Gómez, EBMUD General Manager Clifford Chan, and members of our senior leadership team.
Over lunch, we’ll discuss key topics impacting the region, including:
- EBMUD’s 2026–2027 Budget and Rates process
- Our 2030 Climate Neutrality Goal
- Wildfire preparedness and infrastructure resiliency
- Long-term water supply planning
- Major projects happening in Ward 2
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We hope you’ll join us for this timely and engaging discussion.
Please RSVP to Joe Voelker or (510) 381-8901.
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Pacific Gas & Electric
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is hosting an interactive webinar for customers in Contra Costa County on Tuesday, June 10 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. to share more about what we are doing to reduce wildfire risk and make our system safer.
During the meeting, we’ll share the latest updates on local wildfire safety work and provide community resources available to keep customers safe. This is also an opportunity for agency partners to ask questions, share feedback and connect with their local PG&E leaders, including Regional Vice President, Jake Zigelman.
PG&E Wildfire Safety Webinar for Contra Costa County
Tuesday, June 10, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Click this link to join the webinar: https://bit.ly/4jFPWsm
Call: +1 800-857-3793, Conference ID: 2511537#
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Greet Lafayette
Lunch just got a whole lot more interesting!
Join Greet Lafayette for their June Networking Lunch—where movers, shakers, and idea-makers come together over great food and even better conversations. 🍽️💬
📅 Wednesday, June 25 11:30 AM
📍 Lafayette Public House, 50 Lafayette Circle
This isn’t just another midday meetup—it’s your chance to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and fuel fresh collaborations in a relaxed, welcoming setting. And yes, the food is as good as the conversation.
Bring a friend. Bring your business cards. Most importantly—bring your curiosity and appetite for connection.
🎟️ Spots are limited—RSVP now! Everyone covers their own meal, but the networking? Priceless. 💼
🔗 Stay in the loop: greetlafayette.com/events - We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
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Rebekah Dani Coaching & Consulting
Are you running a business that’s profitable on paper—but exhausting in practice? From Self-Employed to CEO is a 6-week transformational coaching experience designed to help high-achieving service providers and professionals build a scalable business that reflects their mission, not just their ambition.
Led by Business Strategist and Mindset Coach Rebekah Dani, this program blends proven business systems with aligned leadership strategies to help you shift from doing it all yourself to operating as a confident CEO, with clarity, structure, and sustainability.
Whether you’re stuck at a growth plateau or scaling too quickly to keep up, this program gives you the tools to:
• Create a business model that generates consistent revenue without sacrificing your time or well-being
• Build systems that support growth and ease
• Step into your next level of leadership with less burnout and more freedom
Perfect for consultants, coaches, creatives, and service providers who are ready to scale with intention.
Lafayette Chamber Members will receive a special $500 off!
Spots are limited. Join the waitlist and be the first to know when enrollment opens at https://store.rebekahdani.com/from-self-employed-to-ceo.
Monday, July 7 - Wednesday, August 13
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Tudorka Tots
Join Tudorka Tots for an Open House!
Tudorka Tots is a nurturing play-based learning academy incorporating STEAM curriculum and they're excited to welcome families to their upcoming Open House on:
Saturday, July 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
1689 School Street, Moraga, CA
Discover how they inspire creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning in children ages from 18 months – age 5. Meet their dedicated teachers, explore their classrooms, and learn about their unique approach to early education.
Register for your school year 2025 Fall and 2026 enrollment is open.
RSVP: moraga.tudorka@gmail.com
Website: www.tudorkatots.com
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County Connection: Youth Ride Free
Youth Ride Free, Summer Pilot Program
Regional summer travel just got a whole lot better for area youth in central Contra Costa County! County Connection is excited to announce our new Youth Ride Free Summer pilot program—offering fare-free rides on all bus routes for young people up to 18 years of age through July 31.
Young riders can hop on any County Connection bus without needing to fill out an application or get a special pass. It’s easy! Just get on and go!
Goals of the Youth Ride Free Program
Throughout June and July 2025, our Youth Ride Free initiative aims to:
- Enhance Mobility: Enable young people to move around freely and confidently.
- Access Vital Resources: Ensure area youth can visit libraries, parks, shopping centers, and explore summer job opportunities.
- Reduce Social Isolation: Foster connections among peers and encourage greater transit literacy.
- Understand Travel Patterns: Help County Connection gain insights into youth travel habits to better serve our community.
While previous programs like the Summer Youth Pass (now discontinued) and Pass2Class have provided incentives for youth to ride transit, our youth ridership trends have not shown much growth, suggesting a need for a change in strategy. The Youth Ride Free pilot program is designed to revitalize youth engagement with public transit.
Remove Barriers, Roll Out the Welcome Mat
The Youth Ride Free pilot encourages County Connection to think outside the box and examine the needs of younger riders. By removing the need for applications and passes–what some may deem as obstacles–they are opening their doors and welcome any youth (18 and under) to give their bus service a try. Fees? Gone. Show an ID? Not necessary. Fill out an application? Nope! No catch. They hope to see you on board this summer! Learn more here.
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John Muir Health
Now Open! John Muir Health is excited to announce our new outpatient center in San Ramon.
Patients have access to primary and specialty care providers, imaging, lab services and urgent care all in one convenient location.
Bishop Ranch 15
12677 Alcosta Blvd
San Ramon, CA
Click to learn more.
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Lafayette Community Day
4th Annual Lafayette Community Day:
A Day of Connection, Service and Fun
A heartfelt thank you for an Incredible Lafayette Community Day!
Thanks to our amazing volunteers, partners, and participants, this year’s Lafayette Community Day was our biggest yet. With record-breaking turnout and projects for all ages—including exciting new partnerships with local schools—it was truly a day of connection and impact.
Over a dozen local nonprofits joined the Nonprofit Fair, with highlights including Old Betsy, Lafayette’s beloved first fire truck. Our thanks to MCE for sponsoring the new Safety & Sustainability Station, where attendees spoke with experts on defensible space, tree safety, home hardening, and clean energy.
Volunteers also enjoyed a delicious catered lunch from Rancho Cantina, live music by Random Nature, and fun lawn activities for all ages—making it a meaningful and memorable celebration of community spirit.
A special thank you to:
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Community Foundation of Lafayette
The Community Foundation Announce is 2025 Excellence Grant Recipients
The Community Foundation of Lafayette (CFL) is thrilled to announce this year’s 37 Excellence Grant recipients, all thanks to the generosity of its donors, business partners, and sponsors who uplift the local nonprofit community year after year. CFL was able to award over $140,000 in grants to local nonprofits working to create lasting change in the community.
These Excellence Grants will make a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals and communities and will allow these organizations to continue their impactful work in the categories of Human Services, Seniors, Youth Development & Education and Arts & Culture.
Congratulations to the following organizations:
| | CAMPS, SCHOOLS & KIDS’ ACTIVITIES! | | |
Sizzling Latin
Kids/ Teens' Summer Latin Dance Camp Enrollment is Open at Sizzling Latin:
June Pop Corn Camp Fee: $304/child for 16 classes, or $25/drop in/class.
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June 25: 4:00–8:00 PM (6 classes)
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June 27: 4:00–7:00 PM (4 classes)
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June 28: 1:45–6:15 PM (6 classes)
July Champion Camp
Fee: $304/child for 16 classes or $25/drop in/class.
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June 29: 9:30 AM–2:00 PM (6 classes)
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June 30: 4:00–7:00 PM (4 classes)
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July 2: 4:00–8:00 PM (6 classes)
Both Camps 6 days: $599.
REGISTER HERE!
Each camp is structured to separate, beginner, and advanced students, so every child receives the right level of challenge and personal attention. Whether your child is just starting out or already dancing at a higher level, they’ll get exactly what they need to grow. They focus on perfecting the basics, posture, confidence, musicality, and people skills, all while having a BLAST with dance games, hula hoops, jump ropes, and more
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🍿 Popcorn Camp (first three days): Fun, energetic, and full of flavor – yes, they’ll have popcorn during snack breaks!
🏆 Champion Camp (last three days): Builds on Popcorn Camp, but also great as a standalone. More challenges, more technique, more confidence!
💪 Conditioning, stretching (bring a mat, stretch band, and rocket/tennis ball), and special exercises are included to boost strength, flexibility, and control – kids please continue these exercises after camp too!
No partner is needed. Everyone will get a chance to shine, solo and with others. All levels and ages 5+ are welcome. Their goal is to make every dancer stand out – it’s why their students are often the ones everyone wants to dance with!
🎯 Spots are limited to 12 kids – secure yours now by clicking here to register!
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Contra Costa County
Are You Registered to Do Business in Contra Costa County?
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has set a goal of awarding at least 50% of eligible product and service dollars to small businesses through the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program. The following businesses are part of the SBE Program: small, disabled veteran, disadvantaged, local, women, and minority businesses. The County has developed a guide in multiple languages and a short video that provides an overview of how to register to do business with the County and view formal solicitations. To learn more about business opportunities in Contra Costa County, use the QR code shown or visit the Purchasing Services website at www.contracosta.ca.gov/purchasing.
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Last Chance to Respond to Downtown Parking Management Survey
After a series of workshops for downtown business owners, residents, visitors and people who work in downtown Lafayette over the last few months, you have one last opportunity to weigh in with the online survey to provide feedback on how parking supply may or may not meet demands for the wide range of land uses in our downtown.
Respond by June 8th at www.surveymonkey.com/r/Laf_ParkingSurvey.
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Supervisor Candace Andersen Weekly Update
May 30, 2025, Weekly Update
➡ Elder Abuse Awareness Fair Wednesday, June 4, 2025
➡ Supervisor Andersen Joins Kiwanis Club of Moraga Valley Meeting
➡ Contra Costa County Fire Protection District’s Weed Abatement Deadline is June 1
➡ Rock the Plaza Concert Series in Lafayette!
➡ Are You Registered to Do Business in Contra Costa County?
➡ Sinkhole Repair Work on Taylor Boulevard
➡ Are You Registered to Do Business in Contra Costa County?
➡ Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging Focus Group Thursday, June 26th, 2025
➡ "State of the County Address" on July 29th featuring Supervisor Candace Andersen
➡ STAND! is here to listen. Call our 24/7 confidential crisis line 1-888-215-5555
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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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