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Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-03-05T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, March 5 at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, understand what may be ahead for local businesses, and help shape our policy positions on your behalf. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved. Your voice matters in this process, and we encourage you to take part in this important discussion.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-03-05T15:00:00-08:00
Description: For more information on how to join the Small Business Council, please email Oliver Gutierrez: ogutierrez@oaklandchamber.com
Location: Oakland Chamber of Commerce
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationCommunity Impact Committee: Workforce Development Part 2
Date: 2026-03-11T14:00
Description: Join the Oakland Metro Chamber’s Community Impact Committee for the second part in a three-part Workforce Development Series. On March 11th, this session will bring together employers and workforce leaders for continuing a collaborative dialogue on hiring needs, talent development, and shared challenges. Together, we’ll explore what’s working, identify gaps, and lay the foundation for future partnerships that strengthen Oakland’s workforce and local economy.
Location: Samuel Merritt University
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationEvening Mixer with the Oakland Roots
Date: 2026-03-11T17:00:00-07:00
Description: Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for a special evening mixer at the Oakland Roots Training Facility as we kick off the Oakland Roots’ home opener and celebrate the start of an exciting new season. Connect with fellow business leaders, community partners, and Roots supporters in a relaxed, energetic setting while enjoying light bites, drinks, and exclusive access to the team’s training facility. This unique gathering blends Oakland pride, local business connection, and the spirit of the beautiful game. A representative from Verizon Small Business Digital Ready will also be on site to share information about free tools, resources, and coaching designed to help small businesses grow, adapt, and thrive in today’s digital economy. Come network, learn, and celebrate Oakland, on and off the pitch.
Location: Oakland Roots Training Facility
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More information2026 Economic Summit
Date: 2026-03-25T08:00
Description: No description
Location: Oakland Chamber of Commerce
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationInside Oakland
Date: 2026-03-27T16:00:00Z
Description: Oakland Fire Chief Covington Prior to this appointment, Chief Covington served in an array of capacities over his 24 year career with Oakland Fire, including, Firefighter-Paramedic, Fire Engineer, Lieutenant of Fire, Captain of Fire, Captain of Training, Battalion Chief, Special Operations Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, and most recently Interim Fire Chief. Chief Covington's educational accomplishments include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Sonoma State University and a Master's degree in Executive Public Administration from Golden Gate University. Chief Covington was the President of the Oakland Black Firefighters Association from 2016-2022, and previously served as the Chair of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District, respectively. Additionally, he currently serves as an Adjunct Professor for Merritt College where he lectures in the undergraduate Fire Science program.
Location: 300 Frank H Ogawa Plaza, Downstairs Conference Room
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-04-02T15:00
Description: For more information on how to join the Small Business Council, please email Oliver Gutierrez: ogutierrez@oaklandchamber.com
Location: Oakland Chamber of Commerce
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationTaste Of San Leandro 2026
Date: 2026-04-02T17:00:00
Description: San Leandro's Premier Food & Beverage Event. Bringing you bites & sips from San Leandro & around The Bay. 50+ BITES, SIPS & TREATS | UNLIMITED TASTINGS | INFINITE CONNECTIONS. Taste of San Leandro is a benefit event supporting the Leadership San Leandro program of the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce.
Location: ZERO NET ENERGY
Source: San Leandro Chamber of Commerce
More informationGovernment Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-04-02T10:00:00-08:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, April 2, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved. Your voice matters in this process, and we encourage you to take part in this important discussion.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationNorthgate Sanctioned Homeless Encampment Meeting April 19TH
Date: 2026-04-19T18:30:00
Description: On Thursday April 19th, the Northgate Neighbors will hold a special meeting to thoroughly discuss the May 1st launch of the Northgate Community Cabins (sanctioned homeless community). We will meet at 6:30 - 8pm at our regular location in the dining room of the Northgate Terrace Apartments, 550 24th Street (between Telegraph and Northgate Ave). In attendance to field your questions and concerns will be the Assistant to the City Administrator Joe Devries and city staff. We look forward to you all joining us for food and refreshments. Child care will be provided.
Location: Northgate Terrace Apartments
Source: KONO Community Benefit District
SUMMER/FALL SEASON: Nzuri Soul
Date: 2026-04-20T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Degrees Plato
Source: Laurel District Association
Earth Day Cleanup | April 21, 2018
Date: 2026-04-21
Description: Join us for day of doing good in the hood of KONO! Feel free to reach out to our team with questions at (510) 343-5439.
Location: Location not available
Source: KONO Community Benefit District
Street Art Committee Meeting - Tues., April 24th, 12 - 1 PM
Date: 2026-04-24T12:00:00
Description: The artist Juan Lopez who created the art for five of our current trash receptacles in the KONO district will also be attending and sharing his ideas!!! Bring your creative minds and let's create some spectacular art for all of Oakland to see! Pizza and drinks will be provided. Please RSVP by emailing shari@konooakland.org with subject line 'KONO Street Art Committee'.
Location: KONO Doorbell
Source: KONO Community Benefit District
Job Fair 2026- Employer Registration
Date: 2026-04-24T11:00:00-07:00
Description: Member Exhibitor $200 -Name listed on job seeker flyer & website event registration page. -One online job description. -Exhibitor Booth (includes 6' table w/ 2 chairs) Member Premier Exhibitor* $500 -Logo recognition on job seeker flyer & website event registration page. -One online job description. -Social media recognition. -Premier booth placement. (Exhibitor Booth includes 6' table w/ 2 chairs) Non-Member Exhibitor $275 -Exhibitor Booth (Exhibitor Booth includes 6' table w/2 chairs)
Location: SAN LEANDRO LIBRARY
Source: San Leandro Chamber of Commerce
More informationTaste of Temescal
Date: 2026-04-29T17:30:00
Description: Save the Date for the return of the Taste of Temescal! This nationally recognized and thriving district offers tremendous diversity and award winning culinary destinations. You don’t want to miss this chance stroll, explore, and enjoy some of Oakland’s best restaurants and bars with live entertainment throughout the event. Tickets for the Taste of Temescal on Wednesday April 29th, include: Adult Passport~ $60 ($63.63 w/ processing fee) Under 15 Passport ~ $25 ($27.27 w/ processing fee) *TICKETS COMING SOON* On the day of the event, you will exchange your Humanitix code/ticket for a Passport guiding you to all participating restaurants and businesses. The tasting event will include a blend of food samples and wine / beer tastings in participating businesses. Bring a friend to experience an unmatched culinary crawl! Proceeds benefit The Telegraph Temescal District Association as we work to keep the district thriving funding arts, culture, and safety initiatives in Temescal.
Location: Temescal District
Source: Temescal Telegraph BID
More informationGovernment Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-05-07T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, May 7, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, understand what may be ahead for local businesses, and help shape our policy positions on your behalf. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved. Your voice matters in this process, and we encourage you to take part in this important discussion.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-05-07T15:00:00-07:00
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationMake No Bones
Date: 2026-05-18T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Vetiver
Source: Laurel District Association
Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-06-04T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, June 4, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, understand what may be ahead for local businesses, and help shape our policy positions on your behalf. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved. Your voice matters in this process, and we encourage you to take part in this important discussion.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationJunior Toots
Date: 2026-06-21T18:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Degrees Plato
Source: Laurel District Association
Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-07-02T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, July 2, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, understand what may be ahead for local businesses, and help shape our policy positions on your behalf. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-07-02T15:00:00-07:00
Description: For more information on how to join the Small Business Council, please email Oliver Gutierrez: ogutierrez@oaklandchamber.com
Location: Location not available
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationTemescal Street Fair
Date: 2026-07-11T11:00:00
Description: THE TEMESCAL STREET FAIR RETURNS ON SATURDAY, JULY 11TH 2026 FROM 11AM – 7PM. The Temescal Street Fair features three stages of music, outdoor dining from award winning restaurants, artisan cocktails & bevvys, children’s zone, artisan vendor market, TURFinc dance competition, a local fashion show and so much more! FAMILY FRIENDLY. ADMISSION FREE. ALL ARE WELCOME. This vibrant street fair benefits the Temescal District and attracts 15,000+ attendees annually. Vendor & Sponsor Applications Coming Soon!
Location: Temescal District
Source: Temescal Telegraph BID
More informationProspect
Date: 2026-07-20T18:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Degrees Plato
Source: Laurel District Association
National Night Out:
Date: 2026-08-04
Description: No description
Location: 2921 Northwood Drive
Source: Fernside Homeowners Association
Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-08-06T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, August 6, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved. Your voice matters in this process, and we encourage you to take part in this important discussion.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-08-06T15:00:00-07:00
Description: For more information on how to join the Small Business Council, please email Oliver Gutierrez: ogutierrez@oaklandchamber.com.
Location: Oakland Chamber of Commerce
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationThe 25th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival
Date: 2026-08-08T11:00:00-07:00
Description: The Laurel Street Fair World Music Festival is an admission free, all ages community fundraiser and celebration of art, cuisine, dance and music from around the globe. Funds raised from the festival go directly back into the Laurel District community; helping to provide public art projects, graffiti and trash removal, street-scape improvements, facade improvements and to help promote the many wonderful small businesses that make the Laurel District so special.
Location: MacArthur Blvd. (Between 35th Ave - Maybelle Ave, Oakland)
Source: Laurel District Association
More informationStephanie Woodford
Date: 2026-08-24T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Vetiver
Source: Laurel District Association
Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-09-03T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, September 3, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationSmall Business Council
Date: 2026-09-03T15:00:00-07:00
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
More informationShelby Helburn
Date: 2026-09-21T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Degrees Plato
Source: Laurel District Association
Government Relations Committee Meeting
Date: 2026-10-01T10:00:00
Description: Join us for our upcoming Government Relations Committee (GRC) Meeting on Thursday, October 1, at 10:00 AM. Our guest speaker and featured topic will be announced soon. The session will focus on a timely issue impacting the Hayward business community and will include opportunities for member input to help inform the Chamber’s advocacy and engagement with key policymakers at the city, county, and state levels. This is an important opportunity to stay informed, understand what may be ahead for local businesses, and help shape our policy positions on your behalf. This meeting is open to Hayward Chamber members. Members may attend in person or via Zoom. Please register, and a Zoom link will be sent once your registration is approved.
Location: Lincoln Landing Apartments
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationLeadership Hayward 2026-2027
Date: 2026-10-09T09:00:00
Description: Leadership Hayward is a professional development program that welcomes leaders at every stage of their career from organizations throughout Hayward providing participants with essential knowledge, tools, and opportunities to advance their leadership capabilities in service to their community. Participants engage in nine comprehensive full-day sessions led by industry experts representing the full range of business, government, nonprofit, and educational sectors.
Location: Hayward Chamber of Commerce - CA
Source: Hayward Chamber of Commerce
More informationWasska Project
Date: 2026-10-19T17:00:00
Description: No description
Location: RBA Creative
Source: Laurel District Association
🐶🐹🐱 @petfoodexpress Calling all pets and their humans!
Date: 2026-10-31T00:00:00
Description: 🎃 Dress up your furry, feathered, or scaly friends in their spookiest, silliest, or most creative costumes and join us for the ultimate Halloween showdown at Pet Food Express! 🐾 Our fan-favo
Location: Pet Food Express
Source: Piedmont Avenue Merchants Association
More information✨🎼 We are so excited that Steve Slater of Harmony Monsters Music is performing again for this year’s Halloween Celebration! 🎉
Date: 2026-10-31T00:00:00
Description: He will be located at Piedmont Plaza which is at Piedmont Ave. and Linda Ave. Steven brings the joy and love of musi
Location: Piedmont Plaza
Source: Piedmont Avenue Merchants Association
More information🎃👻 It’s time for the annual Piedmont Halloween Parade, and we’re bringing back free face painting for the kids! 🎨🤗
Date: 2026-10-31T11:00:00
Description: As always, @lauralemonfacepainting will be working her magic from 11am - 1pm, provided by @philipparobertsjewelry.
Location: Piedmont Park
Source: Piedmont Avenue Merchants Association
More informationLHA Annual meeting
Date: 2026-11-11T19:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Virtual meeting place
Source: Lakeshore Homes Association
🎉 Small Business Saturday is Coming! 🎉
Date: 2026-11-28
Description: Mark your calendars for the Saturday after Thanksgiving and end the year by supporting small businesses! 🏬💖 As we wrap up 2024, there’s no better time to shop small and make a big impact.
Location: Location not available
Source: Piedmont Avenue Merchants Association
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