Alameda County Economic & Civic Development

05/06/2026

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05/05/2026

It's happening!

05/05/2026

It's National Small Business Week!

Remember to shop local & shop by completing Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce bingo card for small businesses in Alameda County!

or

Check out a free virtual summit for business tips and strategies. with the SBA

https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/virtual-summit

It’s here… Shop Local Week Challenge 🛍️

From May 3–9, we’re inviting YOU to support local businesses across Castro Valley & the Eden Area in a fun and simple way.

We’ve got 7 easy ways to participate:
✔️ Start Local
✔️ Switch One Thing
✔️ Takeout Tuesday
✔️ Share Local
✔️ Small Business Day
✔️ Leave a Review
✔️ Show Us Local

Every small action makes a big impact on our community.

Complete the challenge and you’ll be entered to win something special 👀

Get out, explore, and support the businesses that make our community what it is.

Tag us while you’re out… we want to see where you go 👇

01/30/2026

🚀 Big things are happening in 2026! From theater renovations to small biz workshops!

Email from Alameda County January 30, 2026 | ISSUE #45 News + Updates! Visit Our Website The ECD Team is excited to take on 2026. We have several projects underway, just to list a few.... Finalizing

12/22/2025

Alameda County ECD is excited to announce the upcoming FREE FETA classes in English and Spanish!

A 10-part fundamental and intermediate series on “Food Business Entrepreneurship” for participants interested to launch and grow food businesses in Alameda County.

In these series, you will learn the basics to start and grow your own food business, catering, and so much more. This series will help turn your idea into reality. Sign up today!

Upcoming Classes
1. Intermediate FETA I – January 6, 2026 to February 10, 2026
2. Spanish FETA – January 7, 2026 to March 11, 2026 - IN PERSON!
3. Fundamental FETA II – March 3, 2026 to April 7, 2026
4. Intermediate FETA II– April 21, 2026 to May 26, 2026

Visit this link to register for these classes!
https://www.eastbaysbdc.org/feta/

11/06/2025

🎄✨ Castro Valley Light Parade & Festival ✨🎄

It’s the most magical night in Castro Valley! Join us on Saturday, November 8th from 3PM–9PM along Castro Valley Boulevard for an evening of lights, laughter, and community fun!

🎪 Festival starts at 3PM – come early to enjoy booths, food, and holiday shopping.
🚗 Light Parade begins at dusk – watch local businesses, schools, and community groups light up the boulevard!
🎅 Photos with Santa right after the parade.
🛍️ Booths open until 9PM — perfect for holiday gift shopping and supporting local vendors!

Bring your family, your friends, and your holiday spirit for a night to remember under the Castro Valley lights! 💫

📍 Location: Castro Valley Boulevard
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08/28/2025

See you tomorrow!

08/04/2025

Attention please, renovations are coming soon to the beloved Lorenzo Theater!

Join us for the groundbreaking on August 28th at 10am!

07/16/2025

We can't to see you this Friday for a FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE in San Lorenzo!

07/08/2025

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