| | Published December 10th, 2008
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Standing left to right: Jay Lifson, Mike Heller, Dennis Garrison, Larry Blodgett, sitting: Larry Duson, Tom Courtwright, front Bill Eames
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New in Lafayette: Your Dailey Workout
The Dailey Method, 3471 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette - 284 5400
On December 10th, the new studio opened to the public its first classes that combine ballet barre work core conditioning, stretching and orthopedic exercises. For more information go to: www.thedaileymethod.com.
Mt Diablo Business Women Networking Dinner
On January 8, 2009 the organization invites its members and interested individuals from 5:45 - 8:30 PM on January 8, 2009, to a conference-dinner held at the Lafayette Park Hotel, 3287 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette. Marilyn Ellis, CTACC Life Coach, Professional Organizer and Motivational Speaker will present "What Do You Want Your Business and Your Life to Look Like In 2009." $37 member, $44 guest, register early, no walk-ins. For info and registration please contact: www.mtdiablobusinesswomen.org.
Parkmon Vineyard Releases Ten New Wines
The only licensed winery in Lamorinda, Parkmon Vineyard, is starting the distribution of ten new wines of which three are 'estate-grown' from their vineyard, 3 others are 'Lamorinda - grown', and another two are mostly estate-grown (though labeled Contra Costa County because they're
Teacake Teaches How to Bake...Teacakes! 35 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette
Teacake has started "Bake with Teacake" baking classes with hopes of inspiring newcomers and veteran bakers alike to delight in the fun and joy of baking from scratch at home. Teacake is offering special holiday-themed classes for the month of December. All baking classes are three-hour, hands-on sessions, and are held on Wednesday evenings from 5-8 p.m.. Each session is $75 for adults 18 and over, and $45 for children 6 and over. For more information call 510-655-0865 or email to bake@teacakebakeshop.com.
News from the Three Chambers of Commerce
Lafayette Chamber of Commerce
Business Person of the Year:
Tom Courtwright. The owner and operator of Orchard Nursery was picked by his fellow Chamber members from this year's nominees. Tom has been recognized by many organizations throughout the world for the work he does as a nurseryman. Tom grew up in the business, beginning his career at his father's nursery in Berkeley. Tom bought Orchard Nursery in 1971. He has been honored as Lafayette's Citizen of the Year in 1989, and has been a local Rotarian since 1972. He served as President of the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce. Tom has not only managed a very successful business in Lafayette, he has given his, time, money and energy to help make Lafayette a place where people want to live, work and shop. The Business Person of the Year Annual Dinner will be held on Friday, January 30, 2009, beginning at 6:00pm at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa. Reservations can be made by calling the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce at 925-284-7404. Registration forms will be available on the chamber website soon.
Try Lafayette First:
Dave Simpson, chair of the Shop Lafayette Committee, and all the volunteers made it possible for the Chamber to launch an ongoing program to remind residents to support the businesses and services in Lafayette. On Monday, about 100 merchants and locals marched down Mt. Diablo Blvd. to kick the campaign off. About 80 local businesses have signed up to participate. It's not too late for your business to get involved as well. Contact the Lafayette Chamber to find out how to get started. Participating businesses are identified by the Try Lafayette First posters in their windows. Those businesses are asking our residents to sign the "pledge" that asks "When you do your holiday shopping this year, you pledge to try Lafayette first." Everyone who signs a pledge is eligible for the grand prize of $1,000 in local gift certificates. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, January 6th.
Wednesday, December 17, Green Committee at 12 Noon in the Chamber Conference room.
Thursday, December 18, Entrepreneur's Club at 8:30 a.m. in the Chamber Conference room.
Moraga Chamber of Commerce
The new and old board met for an energizing session. They brainstormed on better integration of the St Mary's campus and the town.
Next Chamber Meeting Friday January 30th starting with coffee at 7:30 a.m. at the Hacienda de las Flores.
Orinda Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Christmas Mixer Thursday, December 11, 2008 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Mechanics Bank, 77 Moraga Way, Orinda. Join us to share holiday greetings and fun times together.
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA