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Candidate Forum
Date: 2026-09-22T17:00:00
Description: Join the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 Palm Desert City Council Candidate Forum, an opportunity for community members to hear directly from the candidates seeking to serve on the Palm Desert City Council. This free public event is designed to help voters become informed about the issues, priorities, and perspectives of each candidate before Election Day. During the forum, candidates will respond to a series of questions selected in advance from community submissions, covering a broad range of topics important to Palm Desert residents and businesses. The format is intended to encourage thoughtful discussion and provide attendees with a clear understanding of each candidate's vision for the future of our city.
Location: Family YMCA of the Desert
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationLunch & Learn Summer Series - Culture, Leadership & Workforce Development
Date: 2026-09-22T11:00:00-07:00
Description: Join us this summer for the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn Summer Series - a four-part educational series designed to bring valuable insight, fresh ideas, and meaningful conversations to our business community. Each session will feature a different guest speaker and topic, offering attendees the opportunity to learn from local leaders and industry professionals on subjects that impact businesses, professional growth, and our community. Session 4 Title: Culture, Leadership & Workforce Development - Creating a Culture of Belonging, Diversity & Inclusion. A strong workplace culture is built when employees feel valued, respected, heard, and included. This session will explore the importance of creating environments where people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can work together successfully. Topics may include inclusive leadership, communication, team collaboration, employee engagement, and strategies for fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Location: Giuseppes Restaurant and Pizzeria on Shadow Ridge Road
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationMeet the Candidates Forum
Date: 2026-09-22T17:00:00-07:00
Description: Join the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 Palm Desert City Council Candidate Forum, an opportunity for community members to hear directly from the candidates seeking to serve on the Palm Desert City Council. This free public event is designed to help voters become informed about the issues, priorities, and perspectives of each candidate before Election Day. During the forum, candidates will respond to a series of questions selected in advance from community submissions, covering a broad range of topics important to Palm Desert residents and businesses.
Location: Family YMCA of the Desert
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationPoppy Bank Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Date: 2026-09-23T19:00:00Z
Description: Join us as we officially welcome Poppy Bank to Palm Desert and the Coachella Valley! This new Palm Desert branch marks Poppy Bank’s first location in Riverside County, and we’re excited to celebrate their investment in our local business community. Come meet the Poppy Bank team, tour their beautiful new office, connect with fellow business and community leaders, and help us officially welcome them to the Valley. Enjoy networking, refreshments, and our official ribbon-cutting ceremony as we celebrate another great business becoming part of the Palm Desert community.
Location: 72996 El Paseo Suite 200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationProfit Connection Lunch
Date: 2026-09-24T18:30:00Z
Description: Promote yourself and your business, connect with others and enjoy lunch! It's a packed 90 minutes! GUEST SPEAKER:
Location: Palm Desert Area Chamber
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationMeet the Candidates Mixer at Casuelas Cafe
Date: 2026-09-28T17:00:00-07:00
Description: Join the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking, conversation, and community engagement at our Annual Meet the Candidates Mixer. This special event offers Chamber members and residents the opportunity to meet the candidates running for Palm Desert City Council in a relaxed, informal setting. Throughout the evening, attendees will have the chance to connect one-on-one with candidates, learn more about their priorities for Palm Desert, and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of our community. Each candidate will also have an opportunity to briefly introduce themselves and share their vision and platform with attendees.
Location: Casuelas Cafe
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationCorazón Latino- Hispanic Heritage Celebration Mixer
Date: 2026-10-08T23:00:00Z
Description: Join us for Corazón Latino, a special evening celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and the culture, community, and businesses that make the Coachella Valley so special. Brought to you by the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce Latino Leadership Committee, this mixer is about coming together, making connections, supporting local businesses, and celebrating the heart and spirit of our Latino community. Enjoy an evening filled with food, drinks, live entertainment, local business vendors, networking, and plenty of fun. Whether you're a Chamber member, business owner, community partner, or simply want to join the celebration, everyone is welcome! Come meet new people, discover local businesses, enjoy the culture, and celebrate the people and traditions that bring so much richness to our community. Culture. Community. Connection. Corazón.
Location: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationSJVC Advisory Council Annual Meeting
Date: 2026-12-02T01:00:00Z
Description: San Joaquin Valley College is holding its annual Advisory Council meeting. We are looking for Electric and HVAC community partners to join. These annual meetings are to gather information on what Electric and HVAC companies experience in the field so we can continue to ensure our classes reflect what is needed to succeed. Community Partners will meet with faculty, former and current students in this discussion. We will display the logos/names of our community partners at our campus for exposure and as a thank you for assisting our past, current, and future students in their success in the community. Dinner will be provided.
Location: San Joaquin Valley College
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationTransformative Power of Healthy Relationships in Learning, Home, and the Workplace
Date: 2026-12-09T00:00:00Z
Description: Strong relationships are the foundation of thriving schools, workplaces, and communities. Join National University and Harmony for an inspiring conversation on how belonging and connection ignite learning and well-being at every age. Hear stories from educators, leaders, and researchers who have seen firsthand the power of relationship skills to transform classrooms and organizations alike. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to nurture connection wherever learning happens—and how Harmony at Home brings these lessons to life for families.
Location: Zoom: https://nu.zoom.us/webinar/register/7917634853857/WN_8zmf6cKGTni2nQuWl-jp8Q
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationHoliday Mixer
Date: 2026-12-08T17:00:00-08:00
Description: Join in on the holiday After-Hours Mixer fun at La Fe Wine Bar. Be prepared to meet new connections and enjoy light food and refreshments! Be sure to wear your ugly sweater! Don't forget to bring a toy for Coachella Valley Rescue Mission's toy drive and be entered in our raffle! Toys should be new and unwrapped with a minimum $10 value. MEET - GREET - NETWORK - REPEAT at our Holiday Mixer this December!
Location: 73900 El Paseo STE 1, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
More informationHoliday Jazz Under the Stars
Date: 2026-12-09T02:00:00Z
Description: Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott, invites guests and locals alike to celebrate the holiday season with Holiday Jazz Under the Stars, an unforgettable open-air dining and live music experience at Hotel Paseo’s Backyard. This magical night of culinary artistry and world-class jazz featuring the L.A. Jazz All Stars Band, and set against the twinkling night sky, will surely create a memorable holiday celebration. The event begins with a cocktail reception from 6 to 6:45 p.m., followed by dinner and the live show from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The event will feature a family-style feast showcasing chef-inspired seasonal dishes, paired with signature cocktails curated by Campari. With quaint table settings among a palm tree backdrop, guests can mingle comfortably, warmed by glowing heat lamps and crackling fire pits. The L.A. Jazz All Stars Band, a powerhouse ensemble whose members have performed alongside icons such as David Sanborn, Tony Bennett, George Duke, Sheila E., and Chaka Khan. The band is led by Mario Rossi (piano/vocals) and features Andre Berry (bass), Walle Larsson (sax), Andy Fraga (drums), Wayne Boyer (trumpet/keys), with special guest vocalist Sara Loera (Postmodern Jukebox, David Foster). The performance is a soulful blend of holiday rhythms and smooth jazz.
Location: Hotel Paseo
Source: Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
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