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Sarah Heward Founder and Co-Owner of The Real Food Cafe in Tyndrum, has dedicated the last two decades to transforming her vision into a thriving business that’s not just about great food, but also community impact. With expert pitching and coaching support from Kerry Hammond, they achieved remarkable results, including securing over ￡250,000 in funding to build a 'changing places toilet' in Tyndrum, an essential facility that will enhance accessibility for visitors, providing a place with specialist equipment so that they have dignity and support. Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/eFVyxnVz

Exciting news from San Jose as the city welcomes the Off the Grid Food Market, a fantastic initiative that's redefining the local social scene! This weekly event marries the allure of food trucks, live music, and community spirit into one vibrant gathering, thanks to a unique partnership with Gordon Biersch's Night Market. It's not just about indulging in a variety of cuisines; this market is a powerful engine for social interaction, economic revitalization, and cultural enrichment, providing a platform for small businesses and local artists to shine. As residents like Sergio Medina find a pet-friendly space to enjoy the diversity and Quentin Perry highlights the importance of supporting local businesses, it's clear this market is more than just a place to eat—it's a community hub fostering connections and celebrating San Jose's dynamic culture. With the support of Mayor Matt Mahan and initiatives like the Downtown Block Party series, San Jose is setting a vibrant example of how community engagement and innovative partnerships can create lively urban spaces that bolster economic recovery and enhance the social fabric. #SanJoseSocialScene #CommunityEngagement #LocalBusinessSupport #CulturalRichness #EconomicRevitalization https://ayr.app/l/MHSs

Dinners That Count; The Modern Day Junto Club “Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.” – Benjamin Franklin These days, if I’m in NYC or heading to a conference, I love nothing more than breaking bread with an incredible bunch. More real relationships have bloomed from these dinners than I can imagine. A young Ben Franklin was on to this idea three hundred years ago. When Franklin was just 21, he started The Junto Club https://lnkd.in/emsQUZvS , a discussion and mutual-improvement group. He brought together like-minded tradesmen and artisans with the purpose of fostering debate, building community service, and promoting self-improvement among its members. Basically, it was an excuse to hang out with friends and people he liked and respected. The Junto Club’s guiding principles centered around knowledge-sharing, ethical conduct, and civic responsibility. Members discussed moral, political, philosophical, and scientific topics. Franklin introduced the group to a set of questions meant to provoke thoughtful conversation, encourage self-reflection, and promote constructive discourse. These questions addressed personal development, social issues, and ways to benefit the community. Three notable developments that are attributed to the Junto Club are the creation of America’s first public library, the birth of the volunteer fire department, and establishing The University of Pennsylvania. I have to say, our dinners have yet to hit Franklin’s moral high ground. But I know friendships have formed, businesses have been built, guidance shared, and many stories have been told, and we’ve had a lot of fun. The judges of The Wealth Management Awards https://lnkd.in/eFSnvz-y have a tradition of seeking out Italian restaurants when we meet annually to review the award candidates. This group has evolved into The Chicken Parm Club. https://lnkd.in/exsKeRpb As we kick off 2025, I’m organizing Junto Dinners. E-mails and Zoom calls are great, but don’t provide the valuable personal connection necessary to build and foster relationships. They also tend to reduce the chances of ending up in a karaoke bar. The Hunt & Fish Club https://www.hfcnyc.com/ is a favorite of the financial media crowd. There have been more than a few “Junto-like” dinners there. Tom Hendrickson (ETFdb.com) and I agreed to merge our businesses one night in late 2018 after a long steak dinner. My goal is to have at least one “Junto Dinner” a quarter in New York City. Stay tuned for updates. Bangers only. https://lnkd.in/eZ3pqnTU

? Tables Are Being Set for Another Incredible Year! ? It's FANTASTIC being able to join The Longer Tables team coming BACK and getting ready for another year of breaking barriers, creating belonging, and transforming communities—one shared meal at a time. Last year, we gathered around community tables, shared moments at Table Together where tables were beautifully scattered across Colorado on the same night, and stretched a record-breaking 528-foot table across Civic Center Park in Denver. But that was just the beginning… ?? This year, we’re going bigger. MUCH bigger!!! ?? The Mile Long Table is coming to Denver in July 2025! ?? A full mile of connection, conversation, and community. Site selection is nearly complete, and we can’t wait to share where this historic gathering will take place! At Longer Tables, we believe in the simple yet powerful idea that sharing a meal creates belonging. In a world that feels more divided than ever, we’re here to reconnect—to set tables where all people, no matter their background or story, feel seen, heard, and valued. ?? Want to be part of something truly transformational? ?? Join us in building longer tables—not walls. Whether you want to volunteer, partner, or simply pull up a chair, we’d love to have you. ?? ?? Get involved: https://lnkd.in/gHbENph2 ?? Not in Colorado? That’s OK! We’re setting tables nationwide—and beyond. Stay connected to bring a table to your city! #LongerTables #MileLongTable #CommunityMatters #humanconnection #Belonging #GatherTogether #BreakingBarriers #SharedMeals #Connection #StrongerTogether #FoodForThought #DenverEvents #NationwideEvents #GlobalEvents #JoinUs

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Wet-led, community pub operator Amber Taverns, which is backed by Epiris, is set to open its most southerly site, in the Hampshire town of Gosport. Amber, which operates circa 180 freehold, wet-led pubs, predominantly in the north of England, the Midlands, Scotland and Wales, has secured planning permission to change the use of the former Conservative Club at 2 Walpole Road into a pub. ?? For the full version of this story and to read it first sign up to the Propel email newsletter for free: https://lnkd.in/eyy_THzR

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Who is the North of the River (NOR) Chamber of Commerce? We are a grassroots organization founded in Oildale to support local business owners and community members. Over time, our reach has grown to serve the broader North Bakersfield area, including Oildale, Norris, Fruitvale, Riverlakes, and Rosedale. The NOR Chamber is committed to fostering business development, community collaboration, and economic growth. We provide workshops for businesses, host networking events, and award educational scholarships to students at all four high schools in North Bakersfield. Our focus extends wherever our community needs us, and we partner with local businesses and residents who share our commitment to growth and collaboration. At the NOR Chamber, we believe in the power of partnerships—our diverse and inclusive members work together with a hand-in-hand mindset to support one another. We invite you to join us at our monthly meetings! Every second Thursday, we host our E.D.G.E. Luncheon at Hodel’s, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. On the third Thursday of every month, we offer our Lunch and Grow Workshop Series at the University of La Verne. For more information, visit our website at www.norchamber.org, or to stay updated, email us at [email protected] to be added to our newsletter. Have any questions, give us a ring at 661-873-4709. #NORChamber #CommunityCollaboration #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal #NorthBakersfield #EconomicDevelopment #EmpowerLocal #ChamberEvents #BusinessNetworking #EducationalImpact

??Fire pit cinema night with Barcombe Nurseries ?? Focusing on collaboration and community is essential to the spaces I aspire to be a part of and to create. At Field Food, people often mention ‘new competitors’ doing similar things to us. However, we don’t see competition; we see amazing people creating more opportunities for local produce to reach customers and for communities to connect in meaningful ways. Viewing others as competitors seems so common, yet time again we’ve found it to be counterproductive to true progress. Embracing collaboration, rather than competition, fuels growth and strengthens the impact we can all have together. We’re always open to conversations and partnerships with like-minded businesses, believing that by working together, we can create even greater positive change in our communities. We recently launched our Teams Festive offering, but if your team and collaborators need a space for something a little different give us a shout - https://lnkd.in/ee4fXibC