Lafayette Chamber of Commerce  September 14, 2015 News & Events
California Independent Film Festival Continues September 16

The California Independent Film Festival continues through Wednesday, September 16. See a wide variety of outstanding independent films from creative film makers from around the world. The festival runs through the 16th with films at the Orinda Theatre, the Rheem Threatre and the Castro.  Tickets and complete festival information at www.caiff.org.

Wednesday, September 16 - "How to Leverage Social Media to Help You Get the Most from Events" Workshop

"How to Leverage Social Media to Help You Get the Most from Events" Workshop on Wednesday, September 16 at 8:00am at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center. Do you host or attend events that support your business? In this workshop we'll talk about easy steps to leverage social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn) to get the most from these events. This includes tips for integrating social media efforts with traditional marketing and event communication strategies. Free - But Space Limited. Reservations Recommended. Register via email at workshops@lafayettechamber.org. Questions? 925.451.3069
Wednesday, September 16 - City of Lafayette Blood Drive

Red Cross The City of Lafayette is having a Blood Drive on Wednesday, September 16 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Look for the American Red Cross Bus at 3675 Mount Diablo Blvd. To schedule your appointment or for more information visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: LAFAYETTE or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you have questions regarding your eligibility to donate blood, please call 1-866-236-3276.
 
Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20 - Lafayette Art & Wine Festival 

 

Our biggest events of the year - the 20th Annual Art & Wine Festival takes place on Saturday, September 19 from 10:00am-7:00pm and Sunday, September 20 from 10:00am-6:00pm. Over 180 Arts & Crafts Vendors, Live Music on Four Stages, Premium Wine & Beer Pavilion and Lots of Food Vendors including Food Trucks. More information on our mobile website - www.lafayettefestival.com.



We still need volunteers to help us but on the festival. If you can help, please sign up online at bit.ly/festival-volunteer-2015.

Welcome To Our New Members!
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The following businesses joined the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce from August 29 - September 9:

Be Real Foods  - Gourmet Foods / Food Products
 
Monday, September 21 - Chamber Office Closed

The Lafayette Chamber of Commerce Office will be closed on Monday, September 21 for Art & Wine Festival clean up. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 22 at 9:00am.
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In This Issue
September 14 - 16 - California Independent Film Festival Continues
Wednesday, September 16 - "How to Leverage Social Media to Help You Get the Most from Events" Workshop
Wednesday, September 16 - City of Lafayette Blood Drive
Support Needed for the Big Shaker Earthquake Simulator
Diablo Vista Pumping Plant Replacement Project -September 2015-September 2017
Help Fill Important Board Positions
What's Happening at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center
Upcoming Chamber Events

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Support Needed for the Big Shaker Earthquake Simulator

Shaking up the Art and Wine Festival this year is the world's largest mobile earthquake simulator.  It can recreate the shaking of an earthquake up to a magnitude of 8.0. The goal of the Big Shaker is to demonstrate what an earthquake can feel like and show what can happen inside your home.  You can learn how to protect yourself and your family by securing your possessions.

Many members of the community have offered generous contributions to pay for the Big Shaker at the Art & Wine, but more funds are still needed by the Lafayette Emergency Preparedness Commission.  Please consider a donation of any amount payable to the "City of Lafayette". Funds are being collected at the Lafayette Police Station at 3675 Mt. Diablo Blvd.  Your name will appear on a board of Supporters next to the Big Shaker.   Thank you in advance.
 
Tuesday, September 22 - Green Committee Meeting

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The monthly meeting of the Green Committee will take place on Tuesday,
September 22 at Noon in the Chamber Conference Room.  This meeting is open to everyone who is interested in "green" issues. Please park on the street.
 
Wednesday, September 23 - Mixer at Rivulet Chiropractic

Rivulet Chiropractic will be hosting our monthly mixer on Wednesday, September 23 at 5:30pm.  Rivulet is located at 3732 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 280. Monthly mixers are a great place for networking.  Bring a raffle prize to have your business recognized.
 
Diablo Vista Pumping Plant Replacement Project - September 2015-September 2017

EBMUD's Diablo Vista Pumping Plant, located at 3305 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette has reached the end of its useful life.  This critical facility serves the communities of Lafayette, Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek. EBMUD will construct a new pumping plant at the southwest corner of Mt. Diablo Blvd. and Mt. Diablo Court. To connect the new facility to the existing water distribution system, a 30-inch diameter water pipeline will be installed on the north side of Mt. Diablo Blvd. Once the new pumping plant has been constructed and tested, the existing pumping plant will be demolished and turned into a city/public parking lot.

Work on this project is expected to start in mid-September.  Typical work hours for this project are 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday.  Noise generating activities will not start before 8:00 AM.

Initially, EBMUD will clear the lot for the new pumping plant and replace the existing storm drain system located within the property. The bike lane and walkway on the south side of the street will be closed during construction. There will be parking impacts and lane closures along Mt Diablo Blvd. during certain construction activities.

To learn more about this project go to www.ebmud.com. Select Construction in my neighborhood and scroll down to Lafayette to select the project. If you have questions or would like to be added to our project email list please contact Michelle Blackwell in Community Affairs at (510) 287-2053 or mblackwe@ebmud.com.

Help Fill Important Board Positions

The Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation is looking for applications to fill openings on its Board of Trustees for a two year term. Click here for applications  or a print copy is available in the LLLCF office on the mezzanine floor of the library. Please visit the website for information on the duties and responsibilities of a board of trustee member. Applications are being accepted now through September 30. Interviews will take place October 5-16. Please return the application to: LLLCF 3491 Mt. Diablo, Suite 214, Lafayette, 94549. For additional information call (925) 283-6513, ext 104.    

What's Happening at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center

Tuesday, September 15 - Contra Costa Master Gardeners: What Went Wrong in Your Garden? (& How to Fix It) - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Arts & Science Discovery Center.This talk covers common vegetable growing problems and how to correct them. You will learn what causes tomatoes to crack, why zucchinis sometimes shrivel and die and why broccoli and cauliflower sometimes produce only tiny heads. You'll hear solutions to these and other vegetable crop problems and also receive suggestions for what vegetables to plant for the most reliable good results. For more information click here.

Wednesday, September 16 - Social Media Strategies Workshop Series - 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Arts & Science Discovery Center.Do you host or attend events that support your business? In this workshop, Social media strategist Robin Fox discusses easy steps to leverage social media to get the most from these events. You'll learn tips for integrating social media efforts with traditional marketing and event communication strategies. For more information click here.

Wednesday, September 16 - Wonders of the World Docent Lecture: Napa Valley Museum - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Community Hall. Situated on the beautiful grounds of the California State Veterans Home in Yountville, the Napa Valley Museum celebrates the valley's history, people, environment, and vineyards. Its galleries also showcase local artists and world-class art exhibitions. Join us in learning about this gem located a hop, skip, and a jump away! For more information click here.

 
Always check out the latest events at www.LLLCF.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
 
Upcoming Chamber Events 
 
September 19 & September 20 - 20th Lafayette Art & Wine Festival -  Downtown Lafayette

September 25 - Coffee with Mayor Brandt Andersson - 8:00am - Chamber Conference Room

October 8 - Ribbon Cutting at Wax A Peel - 5:00pm - 3579 Mt. Diablo Blvd.

SAVE THE DATE:

23rd Lafayette Reservoir Run - Sunday, October 25 - Downtown Lafayette

Trick or Treat Street - Friday, October 30 - on Mt. Diablo Blvd. from Oak Hill Rd. to Dewing Ave. and in La Fiesta Square from 4:00-6:00pm

Jay Lifson, Executive Director 

Lafayette Chamber of Commerce
100 Lafayette Circle, Suite 103
Lafayette, CA 94549