Chambergram August 17, 2010
Wednesday, 18 August 2010 00:00
The chamber has some excellent wines, WINE GLASSES, BEER MUGS, AND T-SHIRTS from the arts and wine festival.
Please contact the chamber at 650-573-7600 if you would like to buy any of these at a discounted price. We also have case pricing.
THE CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN! THE PJCC PRESENTS . . .
THE PJCC PRESENTS CIRCUS BELLA: SUNDAY, AUGUST 22ND AT 4:00 PM
Tickets are on sale now for Circus Bella appearing at the Peninsula Jewish Community Center (PJCC). Entertainment includes amazing aerial feats, crazy clown antics and live music - all taking place in an open air one-ring circus extravaganza. PJCC is located at 800 Foster City Blvd. in Foster City. Save with an early bird discount and get your tickets TODAY! Adults $15; youth $10. Day of show: adults $16; youth $12. Children under two admitted free.
HOW CAN I GET A BUSINESS LOAN? SPONSORED BY CONGRESSWOMAN JACKIE SPEIER: MONDAY, AUGUST 23RD FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.
How Can I Get a Business Loan? is a free seminar sponsored by Congresswoman Jackie Speier. Experts from banks will answer this question, and many more, from small businesses befuddled by today’s lending climate. The Small Business Administration and the Small Business Development Center will also answer questions and explain business plans and other services that they offer. Ever wondered how to get qualified as a vendor for the federal government? Experts will reveal the secrets.
Seating at How Can I Get A Business Loan? is limited to the first 150 businesses that reserve. This is a free seminar of approximately three hours—time that will reap rewards for years to come. Call today to reserve your space: 650-342-0300. Attendees will be advised about the location once it has been finalized.
PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL STUDY SESSION: TUESDAY, AUGUST 31ST
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SAN MATEO COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT: COMMUNITY EDUCATION
We are excited to announce a sampling of classes offered this Fall 2010. Expand your business computer skills with MS Excel Basics class (starting 9/8) or QuickBooks Training for Small Business Owners class (beginning 10/2). Reduce your blood pressure, alleviate pain and increase your mental focus in our Breaking the Cycle of Stress workshop on 9/11. Fulfill California requirements for safe food handling certification - register for ServSafe Food Handling Certification & Exam on 9/12. Learn the non-verbal secrets to making a winning impression, detecting deception, & discerning intentions in Speaking Without Words – The Secret Meaning of Body Language on 9/18. For more information on these or any other classes we offer, or to register for classes, go to http://communityed.smccd.edu or call (650) 574-6149.
THE PENINSULA FAMILY YMCA IS HAVING A RIB FEST AND CHILI COOK OFF ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH FROM 6-9PM.
The cost is $25 for adults and $45 for a couple. Sponsorship tables of 10 are $275. Proceeds will go to underserved youth in our community. The first 10 who sign up for the chili cook off will make chili for 30 people. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will be awarded. Dancing and music by “The Thrill Seekers”. For more information, contact the Y at 650-286-9622 or you can purchase your tickets at the Y – 1877 So. Grant St., San Mateo.
MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNTS
OCEANIC FOOT SPA
http://www.oceanicspa.us
1 Hour Foot Massage: $30 1 Hour Body Massage: $60
Chamber Members Get 20% OFF
Peninsula Shops
Save $30 your 1st year with coupon code EnjoyFC when signing up as a Yearly Business Member with Peninsula Shops. Business members have access to our social media tools, the ability to create blogs and forum topics and are able to request events be added to our community calendar. Peninsula Shops also works closely with local media partners offering discounted and co-operative advertising incentives to its membership. Enjoy. Local. Livelihood.
Ph: 650-550-9880 web: www.PeninsulaShops.com email:
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UPS STORE #0244
If you or your company is a member of the Foster City Chamber of Commerce, please let us know and you will be given 10% discount on all our services other than money transfer, money order and postage stamps. The First 3 months Mail box rent is free for Chamber members with 3, 6 and 12 month paid service contracts,
This free Mailbox offer will last until the supply of additional boxes is exhausted.
UPS Store #0244 is located in Edgewater Shopping Center. Phone: (650)572-9100, Fax: (650)572-9395
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WOODBURY FINANCIAL SERVICES
For Foster City Chamber of Commerce Members: If you are the plan sponsor for your company’s 401(K) or Defined Benefit plan, you can receive a complimentary, comprehensive Retirement Plan Analysis that will help benchmark your current program and provide you with an understanding of the fees, while helping you fulfill your fiduciary responsibility to your employees.
For Employees of Chamber Members: Receive a complimentary “Get Your Financial House in Order” consultation. Mention that you are employed by a chamber member to schedule a complimentary consultation. At the end of the consultation, you will also receive a complimentary kit for organizing your financial paperwork.
For more information, contact David Beltran at 650-425-3665 or
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WHAT’S NEW THIS WEEK AT FOSTER CITY TV
“Green Footprint”, a fresh and practical Foster City TV original production, features eco-trends to help consumers recognize and understand a variety of environmental and sustainability efforts, so they can make informed choices for themselves and their home. Acting as a change agent for healthier habits, this home-grown show promotes and encourages more simple and conscious living. Each episode will focus on green alternatives to minimize negative environmental effects, and offer sustainable solutions to get there. Stay tuned to take an urban walk with “Green Footprint” on www.fostercity.tv, Comcast Cable Channel-27, and AT&T Channel-99.
The premiere of the "Green Footprint" show took place during a free symposium for homeowners titled "Creating Energy Smart Homes", focusing on Home Performance. The successful event was presented by Foster City’s Environmental Sustainability Task Force, lead by Joanne Bohigian, Chair of Education and Outreach. The Crowne Plaza Hotel’s Columbus/Drake banquet room was filled to capacity with Foster City residents, neighboring community residents, as well as local officials during the August 11th presentation.
Check out http://www.fostercity.tv/ for updates of local events, City Council and Planning Commission Meetings, and hot topics of interest in their monthly newscast. Sign up for their Monthly Newsletter by using the link below...that way, you will always know what’s up in town and inside City Hall. FCTV Newsletter Sign Up Here!
ARE YOU PLANNING AN EVENT?
Are you planning an event in the future? Please let us know so we can add it to our calendar, and check the calendar before you book for conflicting dates. We can help you get the word out! Please send all information in WORD DOC FORMAT. Thank you.
Check our website at www.fostercitychamber.com for a complete calendar of chamber events and information.
Special Thanks to our Chairman's circle
