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Weekly Update
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Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Roadshows
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The County of Humboldt wants to hear from you, Arcata! 

Attend an in-person CEDS Roadshow happening this week in Humboldt! During these interactive meetings, County staff and volunteers will be listening to your insights and ideas on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats our county is facing. Share your input on a range of topics including housing, childcare, tourism, education, and more. 

These are the remaining roadshows for the general public:

Greater Eureka/Humboldt Bay
Wednesday, September 7 from 5:30-7 p.m.
Eureka Sequoia Conference Center, 901 Myrtle Avenue, Eureka

North County
Thursday, September 8 from 5:30-7 p.m.
Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity Street, Trinidad

A  special roadshow, specifically for industry experts and municipality leaders, will be held on October 27 at the Arcata Community Center. 

To learn more about our county’s CEDS process and share feedback if you can't attend a roadshow in person, head to HumboldtRising.com

For questions regarding the CEDS, please contact Economic Development Coordinator Dianna Rios at drios@co.humboldt.ca.us or call (707)476-4809.
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New Member Spotlight
Welcome to the Arcata Chamber, Bella Baskets' Humboldt Marketplace!

Owner-Operator, Patty Niskey has expanded her shipping facility to Foodworks in Arcata! Open one day a week, noon to 5:30, for walk-in visitors. 

Through the pandemic to the present day, Bella Baskets endured the storm with the support of #shoplocal and her new eco-friendly gift boxes. Gift baskets are available upon request for local delivery only. 

"We ship & We Deliver! Now delivering to Arcata and Eureka at no extra charge. 
We thank you for all of your amazing local support, our local makers really appreciate it!”

Click here to learn more.
They are now adding even more products daily to reflect Arcata culinary artists. 
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Thanks to Mixer Host
Our September First-Thursday, Arcata Chamber Mixer was unique and entertaining!

Our host and Chamber Board Member, Raelina Krikston hosted a "no-cash" event at the Bayside Community Hall. Guests were asked to bring "barterable" items to exchange, in the spirit of initiating more conversation, learning about local history, and getting to know each other better. 

We want to send a thank you to Raelina and her team at The Stuudiio for the local wine, delicious tacos, engaging activities, and community spirit. 

As always, we also extend our sincere thanks to our Ambassadors, Board of Directors, attendees, the Ponies of Harmony musicians, and to Bayside Community Hall for the wonderful space.
Register for the
Growing Forward Summit
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GROWING FORWARD:
AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT FOR THE REDWOOD COAST


REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE (Virtual Event)

Please attend the 2nd Annual, Redwood Coast Region Economic Development Virtual Summit on September 22-23, 2022. 

Calling all emerging leaders, business owners, and economic leaders in Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino Counties, as well as adjacent tribal lands to attend!

Click here for a sneak peek of the interactive sessions on Friday, September 23.

On Thursday, September 22, hear from keynote speakers addressing relevant topics for our region and engage in interactive breakout sessions on key regional focus areas. 

Speaking will be
  • Senator Mike McGuire
  • Tara Lynn Gray, Director of California Office of Small Business Advocacy
  • Robert Eyler, Professor of Economics at Sonoma State University
  • Caroline Beteta, President and CEO of Visit California
  • Ken Hamik, Futurist and Arcata Chamber Board Vice Chairman
Our region is coming together to identify economic opportunities and strengthen collaboration amongst our businesses, economic development professionals, and leaders. 
Thanks to these Renewing Members for their Continued Support of the Business Community

Arcata Economic Development Corporation 

Benchmark Realty Group

Cher-Ae Heights Casino/Trinidad Rancheria

Dell'Arte International

Fulkerson and Associates

North Coast Co-op

Plaza Arcata

Post-Haste Mail Center 

Brant Electric

McCullough Construction Inc

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October Mixer

Thursday
October 6, 2022


Join us with the October, First Thursday Mixer Host, Redwood Coast Energy Authority, from
5:30pm-7:00pm.

The location and program offerings will be announced soon. 

Please consider donating a raffle prize for this in-person event to make the evening wonderfully festive! You can bring your donation to the event or drop it off at our office. Call to let us know. 707.822.3619.
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Official, fall semester Student Mentorship Program update:

Arcata High School (AHS) will begin recruitment for the mentorship project next week to recruit a cohort of eight students for a student planning meeting by late September. 

We'll offer an eight-week program from mid-October until mid-December that will support eight AHS seniors who normally would not take advantage of this kind of opportunity or who may not have comparatively strong support. 
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Supporting the Arcata Chamber and the business community by donating to our mixer raffle helps keep our organization afloat while creating joy with prizes!

Local business owners, engaged individuals, and local leaders always participate eagerly in our raffles.

You may gain some new, loyal customers after they win your prize!

Thank you for your support!


Please bring your donations to the in-person mixer.
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Increase Business Visibility

Top Ad space is available in November 2022 to promote your business or event. 

You will enjoy exposure to over 2,000 subscribers at the top of our eletter. 

 Click the image image above to reserve your Top Ad for $25/issue
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Remember to follow @ArcataChamber on Instagram & Facebook to stay connected & updated on our offerings, events & more. Tag us in your Instagram posts & stories and we will share in our stories.
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This summer we are open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10am -5pm.  It is truly wonderful to have the buzz of activity back inside of our museum buildings!  Remember to renew your museum membership by clicking the flyer above!
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SUBMISSIONS
To submit a free ad or to schedule a paid ad (top placement), please email a jpg or png along with its link on the web, to Annalisa at Annalisa.ArcataChamber@gmail.com with the subject line: Eletter Submission. Deadlines are Fridays at 12:00 p.m.
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Arcata Chamber of Commerce
1635 Heindon Road Arcata, CA 95521
707.822.3619

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