Join us for 'Remember Them' dedication May 31 - Not to be missed!
Weekly News Update Presented by the Oakland Metro Chamber
May 7,2013
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Dear Members & Friends,
Join us for 'Remember Them' dedication May 31 - Not to be missed!
Formal dedication of Remember Them: Champions for Humanity Monument will be held on Friday May 31st at 3 PM. The dedication is the culmination of 12 years of effort by a dedicated group of volunteers and a committed list of donors. Over the years no one gave up hope that we would complete the project. The Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Foundation is proud to have been part from the very beginning promoting the value of enhancing the quality of life in our city through art! Formal Program Seating will be reserved for major sponsors and representatives of humanitarians. An area will be identified for wheelchair access. The program will open with music provided by Ruby Bridges Elementary School choir, a joint presentation of the colors by the Oakland Police and Fire Department, introduction of guests followed by an original poem reading by students of the Oakland School for the Arts. Speakers confirmed at this time include executives from Kaiser Permanente. Ruby Bridges, humanitarian, will be joined by a choir from her namesake school. Mayor Quan has been invited. Plans are also in the works to have additional choir music. The program will include Mario Chiodo acknowledging each of the Humanitarians with a historical brief and announcing the Local Heroes and Heroines on section #4 with their family members present. He will explain how the wall of humanitarians will reveal the facial characteristics and personal quotes, bringing each representative on the Monument to life for the visually impaired. He will share the relevance of the Fire Fighter reaching for the bronze replica of steel and the history of the steel received from the World Trade Center and now buried in the foundation of section #4. The Oakland Fire Department and Oakland Police Department will participate in the recognition of those on the Monument. Please join us. God Bless America! 
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FRIDAY IS DEADLINE FOR A'S-GIANTS TICKETS
Only 17 Tickets Left!
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This Friday, May 10 is the deadline to purchase tickets for one of the most exciting baseball games of the season - the "Battle of the Bay" - when the Oakland A's face the San Francisco Giants at O.co Coliseum on Tuesday evening, May 28.
The Chamber is selling excellent seats for the game, which has a 7:05 p.m. start, with tickets in the Plaza Level directly behind the A's dugout! Tickets are just $40 per person ($50 for non-members) and the ticket price is guaranteed - even as regular ticket prices increase for this game, which is almost always a sellout.
To reserve tickets for the A's-Giants game on May 28, do so online or contact Ivette Torres at itorres@oaklandchamber.com or at (510) 874-4800, ext. 319.
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CHAMBER'S 108TH ANNUAL MEETING SET FOR JUNE 26
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 This year's Annual Meeting of the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce will do more than recognize and celebrate a number of its members, the lifeblood of the organization. It will also help celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Clorox Company, and will feature a keynote address by Don Knauss, the chairman and chief executive officer of Clorox who has overall responsibility for directing the company's worldwide business.
The 108th Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, June 26 at the Oakland Marriott City Center.
To sponsor a table or reserve a seat, click the picture or contact Ivette Torres at the Chamber of Commerce, (510) 874-4800, ext. 319 or at itorres@oaklandchamber.com.
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CHAMBER NOW SELLING FEDERAL AND STATE EMPLOYMENT POSTERS
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The Oakland Metropolitan Chamber is now selling 2013 California and Federal Employment Posters. If you get one thing to protect your company in 2013 from liability and government fines, it should be the labor law poster (regular or laminated), which is required for all businesses. Whether you have one employee or 1,000 employees, you're required to post 16 state and federal notices. You can avoid fines in the thousands of dollars by purchasing a poster from the Chamber.
For more information or to order your 2013 posters, contact Hank Masler at (510) 874-4808 or at hmasler@oaklandchamber.com |
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ALAMEDA COUNTY SBDC EVENTS
| Social Media-In the Social Media for Small Business course you will learn the importance of social networking as an integrated marketing tool for your business. Tomorrow, May 8, 2-5pm at the Berkeley Public Library, 3rd Floor, 2090 Kittredge (at Shattuck). RSVP Here.
Starting Your Own Food Business-The Alameda County SBDC, Dig Deep Farms and the Deputy Sheriff's Action League offer a free nine-part seminar on "Starting Your Own Food Business" for participants interested in launching new food companies in unincorporated Alameda County. Monday, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at the Arabic American Community Center, 18553 Mission Blvd, Hayward.
Meet the Lenders-You will learn how a wide range of banks and other lending organizations evaluate your loan application and the types of funding they can provide.This seminar is a must for any business owner interested in securing debt or equity financing.Wednesday, May 15,9:30am - 11:00am at Fremont Public Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd.
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JOIN US FOR THESE INTERESTING, INFORMATIVE CHAMBER EVENTS AND MEETINGS
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- Ambassador Committee- tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8, noon-1 p.m.
- Economic Development Forum- tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8 featuring a discussion on BART -"The Next 40 Years: BART's Plan to Keep the Bay Area Moving," 3-4:30 p.m.
- Young Professionals Mixer - Wednesday, May 15, held this month at The Terrace Room at the Lake Merritt Hotel, 1800 Madison St., 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Breakfast at the Chamber - an update of Chamber activities for prospective, new and long-time members, Thursday, May 16, 7:30-9 a.m.
- Nonprofit Roundtable Committee - Tuesday, May 21, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
- Lunch & Learn - Thursday, May 23, featuring "Healthy Eating and Living," a presentation from The Vegetarian Gourmet, chef Margaret Riesen, noon-1:15 p.m.
- After Five Reception - Thursday, May 23, held this month at Faz Restaurant, 1111 Broadway, street level, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Inside Oakland Breakfast Forum - Friday, May 24, featuring Oakland City Councilmember Libby Schaaf, 8:30-10 a.m.
- Oakland A's vs San Francisco Giants, "Battle of the Bay," - Tuesday, May 28, deadline for tickets is Friday, May 10, game begins at 7:05 p.m.
- Dedication of "Remember Them: Champions for Humanity" monument - Friday, May 31, featuring a number of special guests, including Ruby Bridges, one of the humanitarians honored, Henry J. Kaiser Memorial Park, 3 p.m.
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ABOUT TOWN
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Oakland Retail Forum - The Forum, presented by the Airport Area Business Association, will feature a panel discussion with local and regional retailers and retail experts. Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Lake Chalet Restaurant, 1520 Lakeside Drive. Info: www.oaklandretailforum.eventbrite.com.
StopWaste Business Efficiency Awards -Thursday, May 9, hosted by local public agency StopWaste, this inspiring event will recognize 12 businesses from around the county for outstanding achievements in waste reduction. Help celebrate the winners, hear their success stories and learn how your own company can reduce waste and become more efficient. 7:30-10 a.m., Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 9th St., Suite 290. Free event but RSVP required at www.StopWaste.org/2013awards.
Bike to Work Day - The 19th annual Bike to Work Day is set for Thursday, May 9, presented by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and Kaiser Permanente. Info: Mai Le, (415) 787-2893.
OPD Open House - Friday, May 10, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Oakland Police Department, 455 7th St. Meet the Chief of Police, members of his command staff and other OPD personnel. Police equipment will be on hand for display and presentation. Info: opdmedia@oaklandnet.com.
'Centerforce' Fundraiser - The spring fundraiser and celebration for "Centerforce," The Road Home, will be held on Wednesday, May 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Coliseum Lexus of Oakland, 7273 Oakport St. Opening remarks will be made by Police Chief Howard Jordan. Info: www.centerforce.org at (510) 834-3457, ext. 402.
Grand Reopening - Help celebrate the grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Courtyard by Marriott at 988 Broadway on Thursday, May 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. Info: sales@oaklandmarriott.com or (510) 466-6455.
Time for Business - PG&E is hosting a "Time for Business" free lunch event for all businesspeople where you'll learn how your business can save money with "time-of-use rates" and PG&E tools. Thursday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hacienda Business Park, site 22, 3825 Hopyard Road in Pleasanton. Info: (510) 437-2555.
Walk to End Poverty - The 8th annual Alameda County-Oakland Community Action Partnership "Walk to End Poverty," which will benefit the Alameda County Community Food Bank, will be held on Saturday, May 18. Participants should meet at the Lake Merritt bandstand beginning at 9 a.m. Info: www.ac-ocap.com.
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DISCOVER OAKLAND
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When was the last time you took a lazy Saturday or Sunday and discovered the beauty and attractions of Oakland? This weekend:
1. Rediscover the glamour of Hollywood with a classic movie at the Paramount Theatre.
2. Mother's Day at Oakland Zoo- free train ride for moms.
For more information on things to see and do, visit www.visitoakland.org
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