Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce Bi-Weekly NewsletterOctober 31, 2019

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Welcome New MembersCambria Sonoma Wine Country

Opening in Early 2020Whether you’re planning a wine-tasting getaway

or a Sonoma County-based business trip, ourstylish Rohnert Park hotel is a perfect place to stay.

Amenities include: free Wi-Fi, meetingspace, full-service restaurant and bar, outdoor

heated pool, outdoor patio and fire-pits. Weare pet-friendly, and its convenient location in

the heart of Sonoma County provides easyaccess to endless attractions.

FlannelFlannel is a branding and website design

company that has been helping businesses,schools, and non-profits tell their stories online and

in print since 2003. We offer websitedesign & development, graphic design, brand

development, and content creation. In addition, ourHive by Flannel website system for small

businesses can create a beautiful and functionalwebsite to help your business get to the next level,

with no upfront costs.

Mary Kay Cosmetics - Marie FelisAs my customer, you can create your ideal beauty

experience. I offer 30 years of experience inpersonalized service to fit you. Just tell me if

you’d like a one-on-one consultation, a party withfriends, a virtual party, makeup tips, skin care

advice or free samples. You can always try beforeyou buy. If you prefer to shop online only or orderby e-mail or phone, the choice is yours. I’d love to

help you with any or all of your beauty needs.

Metamorphosis IT SolutionsMetamorphis IT Solutions was founded on the ideathat IT services should always be done using thebest methods, tools, and practices, whether the

client is a large enterprise with a thousandemployees or a home user with a single PC. We are

a provider of 'enterprise IT' to every technologyuser, including network design and administration,

Jay G. PutnamAttorney at Law

service and repair, and education and user training.We are a solutions provider, dedicated to

transforming your experience of technology.

Organizing With CelesteOrganizing with Celeste is a personalized

organizing business specializing in helping clientsrealize their dream of living, working and playing ina decluttered, ordered and calming environment.We aim to make the process easy and enjoyable,

so you can get back to doing what you really want;living with joy, simplicity and peace of mind.

Outback SteakhouseAustralia inspires a fresh take on life. That seize-

the-day mindset reflects in all we do - especially inour menu. We serve up a wide variety of innovative

creations, bold flavors and traditional classics,made fresh to order and how you want it. Enjoy

mouthwatering steaks, grilled chicken, ribs, freshseafood and our world famous Bloomin' Onion, allat affordable prices down under. Don't forget our

unique cocktails, wines, premium liquors andbeer - domestic, craft, import, and Aussie!

Thank You for YourMembership Renewal

Active 20/30 Club of the Northbay #656

Nextaff of Sonoma County

RE/MAX Gold

RE/MAX MarketplaceKen Schrier REALTOR

Taqueria Sol Azteca

Upcoming Chamber Events Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting ~ Nov 2Hosted by Parliament Brewing Company

5865 Labath Avenue ~ 12-1pmRibbon Cutting will be at 12:30pm

Free to attend / Complimentary appetizersOpen to all 21+ / Beer available for purchase

Noon Times Networking Luncheon ~ Nov 6Sponsored by Amy's Drive Thru

Foxtail Golf Club ~ 11:45am-1:30pmFeatured Speakers:

Habitat for Humanity & Zero Waste Sonoma

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Register by Nov 1st for $25 early bird discount$30 After Nov 1st & At Door / Non-Members $40

Click here to register

Women in Business Networking Mixer ~ Nov 12Hosted by Sandra Gylfe, Damsel in Defense

Held at Sally Tomatoes 1100 Valley House Dr ~ 5:30-7pmComplimentary appetizers / Free to attend / Open to all

No host bar availableRaffle to support SSU Female Athletic Scholarship

Information Security Workshop ~ Nov 15Chamber Office 101 Golf Course Dr Ste C-7 ~ 11:30-2pm

You will learn:*The real definition of "information security"

*Where the biggest security danger originates*No such thing as a business to small to target

*What a smart information security strategy looks like*How to improve the security of your data

*And many other topics!$10 Registration Fee & Open to all

Click here to register

After Hours Networking Mixer ~ Nov 20Hosted by The Glass Garden & Boutique969 Golf Course Drive Suite B ~ 5:30-7pm

Chamber Member Pot of Gold Drawing ~ 6:15pm10% off all purchases during the event

Complimentary appetizers / Free to attend / Open to all

Noon Times Networking Luncheon ~ Dec 4Sponsored by Henly & Mann Dental Offices

Foxtail Golf Club ~ 11:45am-1:30pmRegister by Nov 29th for $25 early bird discount$30 After Nov 29th & At Door / Non-Members $40

Click here to register

Holiday Lights Celebration ~ Dec 7Community Tradition ~ City Center Plaza ~ Sat 5-7pm

Tree Lighting Ceremony ~ 6pmFree Pictures with Santa Claus & Holiday MusicComplimentary holiday treats & refreshments

Lots of fun kid's activities too!Free to attend & All are welcome

Women in Business Networking Luncheon ~ Dec 10Sponsored by Fundemonium ~ 11:45-1:15pm

Held at Sally Tomatoes 1100 Valley House DriveIn place of our usual featured speaker, we will be having

a holiday gift exchange! Please bring a gift valued at$20 if you would like to participate.

Register by Dec 5th for $25 early bird discount$30 After Dec 5th & At Door / Non-Members $40

Click here to register

After Hours Holiday Networking Mixer ~ Dec 18Hosted by Sonoma Distilling Company

5535 State Farm Drive ~ 5:30-7pmChamber Member Pot of Gold Drawing ~ 6:15pmAll members entered ~ Must be present to win

Complimentary appetizers will be providedFree to attend & Open to allExtra Special Raffle Prizes

Business Resources

Kincade Fire Resources:Economic Development Board - Business Recovery Resource Guide

ADA-compliant & Spanish Versions available soon ~ Click here for more info

Sonoma County Tourism - Sonoma Family Meal for those impacted by fires

Sonoma County Farm Bureau Kincade Fire Campaign~~~~~~~

Do you want to maximize your presence on the chamber website?At no cost add a business description & keywords to help with internet search

Enhance your business listing for an annual fee of $50 for more benefitsClick here for the one page flyer for all the details

Need a member login to update your listing? Call 584-1415 or email us

Businesses with 5+ employees must provideHarassment Prevention Training by January 1, 2021.Supervisors two hours / Nonsupervisory one hour

Online Training through CalChamber at 20% discountSupvs - $35.19 / NonSupvs - $20.79

Click here to purchase training

Sonoma County Economic Development BoardThey can assist your business for FREE

Napa-Sonoma Small Business Development Center offers free one-on-oneadvising, low-cost training & workshops and funding assistance.

North Coast SCORE - Get the help you need to build and grow your businessOffers free mentoring and hands-on business workshops

Employment Law Corner by Jay G. Putnam, Labor & Employment AttorneyFeatured article: Free Consultation: How to Sue Your Employer

Chamber Member Events and NewsMembers can advertise here for FREE - Call 584-1415 to learn how

Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library ~ Weekly Newsletter ~ Free events

Maher Chiropractic Doctor's with a Heart - Redwood Empire Food Bank ~ Nov

Rohnert Park Animal Shelter Bark After Dark Fundraiser ~ Nov 2

Join Primerica for a Free workshop Moms & Money ~ Nov 6

4Cs Champions for Children Awards & Luncheon ~ Nov 8 ~ Tickets

St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church Sacred Art Paint Party ~ Nov 9

Pollinator Garden Planting 2 at Golis Park ~ Nov 9

Recology Sonoma Marin Free E-Waste Event ~ Nov 16

Foxtail Golf Club Brunch with Santa ~ Dec 1

Book your 2019 Holiday Event with Oxford Suites by Nov 1 & receivecomplimentary champagne toast for all the party

Truffle Hunt in France with Chef Todd of Acme Burger ~ Flyer / Itinerary ~ Feb2020

Education Foundation 34th Annual Sharing of the Green ~ Mar 28

Bear Republic Brewing Company Lakeside BrewpubPaint Nites ~ Nov 13 / Nov 14 / Dec 11 - Plant Nite ~ Dec 12

Bingo Night ~ Tuesday

Industry Day & Teacher Appreciation Night ~ WednesdayCollege Night ~ ThursdayComplete Event Calendar

Chandi Hospitality GroupComplete Event Calendar

Chick-fil-A Rohnert ParkAppy Hour ~ Nov 19

Family Night ~ Nov 6 / Dec 4

Double Decker LanesRock & Bowl ~ Monday & Wednesday

Karaoke ~ Thursday, Friday & SaturdayFamily Value Night ~ Sunday

Complete Event Calendar

Fundemonium - Toys, Hobbies & GamesFundemonium Fall Train Show ~ Nov 2 & 3

Complete Event Calendar

Grav South Brew Co.Turkey Bowling ~ Nov 13

Paint Nite ~ Nov 19Public Safety Appreciation 10% off & Wing Weds ~ Wednesday

Geeks Who Drink Trivia & Teachers & Students 10% off ~ ThursdayHappy Hour ~ Weekdays from 2-5pm

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Green Music Center at Sonoma State UniversityChoral Festival ~ Nov 1 ~ Free

Master of the Modern Banjo ~ Nov 2-4 ~ TicketsMrs. Krishnan's Party ~ Tickets Nov 6 & Nov 7

Danish String Quartet ~ Nov 8 ~ TicketsAn Evening with Branford Marsalis Quartet ~ Nov 9 ~ Tickets

Complete Event Calendar

Sonoma State AthleticsMen's Basketball ~ Nov 26 - 5pm / Nov 30 - 3pm / Dec 14 - 3pm

Women's Basketball ~ Nov 30 - 1pm / Dec 14 - 1pmMen's Soccer ~ Nov 6 - 12:30pm / Nov 9 - 11:30am

Women's Soccer ~ Nov 6 - 3pm / Nov 9 - 2pmVolleyball ~ Nov 2 & 3 - 7pm / Nov 8 - 5pm

Complete Sports Schedule

Sally Tomatoes at SOMO VillagePaint Nites ~ Nov 4 / Nov 11 / Nov 18 / Nov 25 / Dec 2 / Dec 9

Chris Kattan Comedy ~ Nov 23Erik Griffin Comedy ~ Jan 17

2nd Annual Bow Wow Bingo Benefit ~ Feb 29FREE Comedy Showcase ~ 1st & 3rd Tue monthly + Food & Drink Specials

Wednesday Community Night ~ 15% of your check goes to 1 of 6 non-profitsHappy Hour Food & Drink Specials ~ Wed - Fri from 6-8pm

Free Thursday Night Trivia ~ 7-9pm ~ Prizes for Top 3 TeamsPick-up/Delivery/Full Service Catering for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Fundraisers

Complete Event Calendar

Spreckels Performing Arts Center13th Annual North Bay Dance Festival ~ Nov 2 ~ Tickets

Cash & King ~ The Ultimate Celebration of the Legends ~ Nov 3 ~ TicketsMiss Bennet Christmas at Pemberley ~ Nov 22-Dec 15 ~ Tickets

Complete Event Calendar

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