“Joy to the World” is the theme for this year’s Red Bluff Christmas Parade, set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25.
For more information, visit www.redbluffchamber.com to download the entry form or complete application online. Save $5 by completing registration online.
Forms are available in the chamber office, call 527-6220 ext 301 if you have further questions.
Entry deadline is 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17. Completed forms and the $20 entry fee are due by that date.
Entry forms with payment can be mailed to the Red Bluff Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 850, Red Bluff, 96080.
The Downtown Business Association and chamber hope you participate in this great event.
Congratulations to Bill Cornelius; the grand marshal for the parade this year.
Network
Good Morning, Red Bluff is scheduled for 7:50-9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 at Impressive Print 233 Main St.
This fine event is co-sponsored by Shasta.com.
Come out for this excellent event and sample some great food.
The event is an inspiring time and lots of prizes too.
We hope to see everyone at Good Morning, Red Bluff, the most popular networking event in the county, so we can learn more about you and your business or organization.
Please invite friends or associates to join you.
Training
Increase visits to your website with a free chamber training on Search Engine Optimization 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9 at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites , 2810 Main St., Red Bluff
Most business owners assume they simply need a website to reach customers — this is a myth.
Search Engine Optimization is the process of getting your website seen by search engines. We will review the various techniques to effectively Search Engine Optimize your website including Site Maps, Google Developer Tools and Analytics, Content Writing for Keywords and the proper coding techniques for Search Engine Optimization.
This workshop is for beginners and intermediate users who are able to log onto and make changes to their websites.
To register, call 895-9017 or visit www.bcsbdc.org.
Web site overhaul
The Red Bluff Chamber has just completed a new web site redesign and overhaul. The website is now powered by a powerful and customizable content management system, which easier for us to use.
This new platform enables many new and exciting features we can bring to businesses, our members and Red Bluff visitors. All of our information has been reorganized to be more navigable and received an aesthetic upgrade.
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Our most important new quality is a direct and targeted design profile for mobile and tablet devices. This new design brings our content into the fold to retain the ease of use on a desktop device when our visitors are on their phone or tablet. Our analytics show over half of our visitors are on smart phones or tablets.
We hope you enjoy the new experience.
Please click now www.redbluffchamber.com to view our new website and click a few items.
Kid’s Spooktacular
NCCDI will be hosting its second annual Kid’s Spooktacular event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at Red Bluff’s River Park. The free community event is for families with children of all ages.
The Kid’s Spooktacular offers children a safe and fun environment to enjoy the tricks and treats of the fall season, such as: Bounce houses, reptile shows, face painting, Trick or Treating, Costume Contest with prizes and food concessions.
In addition, we will have a number of independent retailers with merchandise for sale and community partners providing resources and information to families regarding their services. We look forward to seeing you there.
Treat Street
Come to Downtown Red Bluff 2-5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31. Bring your children and let them get treats from your downtown businesses.
Fundraiser
Sunrise Rotary Soup & Salad Event is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Veterans Hall in Red Bluff.
Call 528-8000 for more information.
Turkey Trot
Come on out for the second annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving.
Sign up today with the Active 20/30 Club. You and family can run a 5K or a one mile course and make some room for turkey later. Proceeds will benefit local youth sports.
Ages 13 and older are $25. Kids 6-12 are $5 and 5 and younger are free.
Family of four fun pack is $50 and includes two adults and two children. A team of four adults is $80.
There will be a fall and Thanksgiving themed contest.
Register by calling the chamber office at 527-6220.
Farmers market
The chamber’s Saturday Market by the River at River Park is set for 7:30 a.m. to noon every Saturday.
The certified farmers market is larger than ever — two markets combined with the chamber and Slow Food.
Come get some delicious certified produce and meet great vendors. EBT and credit and debit always accepted.
For questions, more information or to sign up, call Market Manager Jason Bauer at 527-6220 x 301 or write to [email protected].