April 30, 2013
RIBBON CUTTINGS
                                                                                                             Kismet Boutique ribbon cutting
             Kismet
   100 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
            04/18/13                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 
McGill Patio Ribbon Cutting
           McGill Patio
    210-A N. Santa Cruz Ave.
            04/09/13

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MAY 1ST IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON THE......
DISCOVER CUBA trip with the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce!
                                                  November 7, 2013

Still accepting reservations for the Cuba trip.   Premier World Discovery/Chamber Explorations has been issued a specific license by the Department of Treasury which authorizes registered guests of our program to visit Cuba legally.  The 8-day tour includes Round Trip Airfare from San Francisco,  Departure Taxes/Fees, Hotel & Airport Transfers,  7 Nights First Class Hotels,  16 meals and much more.  $4,099 per person/double  $550 single supplement.   For more information contact Ronee Nassi at the Chamber Office at 408.354.9300 or email:  ronee@losgatoschamber.com Sign up by May 1 for the $100 discount on your fare.  After May 1 we will still be accepting reservations at the full price.

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MOTHER'S DAY,  MAY 12TH
 Looking for a Mother's Day gift?   Surprise your special person with a cook book with recipes from local restaurants and residents.  Cooking Los Gatos Style is available at the Chamber office, 10 Station Way for $19.95 + tax. 
 
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LUNCH WITH IMPACT
Wednesday,  May 15th
11:45AM-1:00PM
Billy's Boston Chowder House
29 E. Main St.

Spend your lunch hour making great connections with uninterrupted networking time while experiencing a 3 course delicious meal.  $25 (inclusive).  Advance reservations required by May 10th.  Space is limited.   Register online: www.losgatoschamber.com or call the Chamber office 408.354.9300
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Fall Wine Walk Logo

Spring  Wine Walk                                                                             
Saturday, May 18th
1:30-5:30PM
Downtown to Old Town
Los Gatos

Reservations available online:  www.losgatoschamber.com

The Chamber has volunteering opportunities for those who enjoy working events!   We are in the process of organizing our Spring 2013 Wine Walk and will need help the day of the event, Saturday, May 18th from 12 noon - 4pm.   If you are interested please call the Chamber office at 408.354.9300  or email:  chamber@losgatoschamber.com 
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CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS! 
The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce and the Los Gatos Visitors Bureau announce the 7th Annual Photo Contest.  Submission deadline is May 15, 2013.  Photographers of all ages are welcome.  The contest is sponsored by the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Los Gatos to supply images that market the town and hillside wineries as a wonderful place to live, work and visit.  Grab your camera and showcase what you feel makes Los Gatos special.  For more information visitwww.losgatoschamber.com.  Award ceremony will be on June 12th at 750 University Avenue, home of Alain Pinel Real Estate, UBS Financial Services and Carney, Sugai & Sudweeks LLP
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The Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that it is accepting nominations for two awards - Business/Professional Person of the Year and Los Gatos Business of the Year.

The Ninth Annual Business/Professional Person of the Year Award is designed to recognize the outstanding business or professional person who has worked above and beyond expectation to make Los Gatos a better place to live and work; whose contributions have made significant and beneficial impacts on the Los Gatos community.  Individuals, organizations or business may submit nominations.  Self nominations are also invited.  

Nominees for the Second Annual  Business of the Year Award need to be a Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce member and in business for 3 years or longer.  The intent is to honor a Chamber business that has given unselfishly for the betterment of Los Gatos and/or its residents.                                                            
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Both awards will be presented at the Chamber's Annual Dinner & Installation of Officers on July 18th at La Rinconada Country Club.

Nominations may be submitted on line at www.losgatoschamber.com  or on forms at the Chamber office and submitted no later than May 15th. For more information call 408.354.9300
SAVE THE DATE
Business After Hours & 2013 Photo Contest Awards Reception
Wednesday, June 12th
5:30-7PM
Hosted by: Carney, Sugai & Sudweeks, LLp & UBS
750 University Ave.                                                                                                                                                                                                        
May Upcoming Member & Community Events
 
May 2  -  1-3PM, Older Americans Month Resource Fair and Ice Cream Social.  Free.  LG Adult Recreation Center, 208 E. Main St.  For information call 408.354.1514

May 2 - 5:30-8PM Great Skin Care Open House at Dr. Steven Swengel's office, 800 Pollard Road, Bldg. A featuring skin cancer awareness, raffles, fun and food.  For additional information call 408-688-2082

May 4  -  Cat's Hill Bicycle Race in Almond Grove district hosted by Los Gatos Bicycle Racing Club.  For information:  www.catshill.org

May 7 -  5-6:30PM, Biz Break Networking.  California Cafe. Join the Los Gatos Chamber Ambassadors.    For information 408.354.9300

May 8  -  7:30-9PM,  LGS Big Band.  Free concert,  LG Adult Recreation Center Hall, 208 E. Main St.  For information call 408.354.8700 or visit www.lgsrecreation.org

May 10 - 4-7PM,  Mariposa Event at the Butter Paddle, Special Mariposa raffle being held during the event.  For more information:  www.butterpaddle.com 

May 10  -  4:30-6PM,  Variety Show Happy Hour,  Sizzling Seniors Dance Performance,  208 E. Main St.  Recommended donation $5.  Light refreshments.  For more information:  408.354.1514 

May 12  -  11AM, Mother's Day Brunch at Presentation Center,.  $45 Adults, $25 Children  (5-12).  For information contact Holly Curley at 408.354.2346 X203 or hcurley@presentationcenter.org

May 11  -  2:30-6PM, Saratoga Wine Stroll.  Summit to Sea Wineries pouring.  Tickets:  www.saratogachamber.org

May 18 -  Date Night, annual fund raiser at Moore Buick.15500 Los Gatos Blvd.  For more information:  www.lglions.org

May 18  -  1:30-5:30PM,  Spring Wine Walk, Los Gatos Downtown to Old Town,  49 Wineries participating.  For more information/tickets:  www.losgatoschamber.com 

May 19  -  1:30-4PM, 2013 Tea & Pearls Fundraiser & Fashion Event presented by Soroptimist International of Los Gatos-Saratoga at West Valley College.  For information: www.si-lgs.org

May 19  -  4-8PM, Foodie Fun On The Run, Gourmet food trucks, live music & entertainment, 12341 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd.@Seagull Way.  For information: www.saratogagateway@gmail.com

May 24  -  Mountain Winery presents Juanes, Loud & Unplugged Tour.  For information about concert series visit  www.mountainwinery.com

May 24 & 25  -  Los Gatos Ballet presents Swan Lake.  $25 general admission,  $15 Seniors & children under 12.   To purchase tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/359192

May 26  -  4-8PM, Foodie Fun on the Run, featuring gourmet food treats,  Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd. at Seagull Way.  For information email: saratogagateway@gmail.com

May 26  -  Mountain Winery presents,  Billy Idol.  For information: www.mountainwinery.com


Thank you for your interest in the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce.  Our website, www.losgatoschamber.com is your 24/7 source for all things Los Gatos - information about our members, upcoming events and so much more. 
Please feel free to contact our office, Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM at 408.354.9300 for additional information.

Sincerely,
Ronee Nassi
Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce
chamber@losgatoschamber.com

 
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