West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce

Learn over Lunch with YTP of Reynolds and Corbett School Districts on April 5th!
2023-04-05 04:30 - 06:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ye Olde Pub, 202 W Historic Columbia River, Troutdale, 97060, United States
Come hear about Corbett and Reynolds School Districts Summer Works Program. Cathy and Kathi will be presenting on an amazing opportunity for your business. The employer supplies the summer internship, the districts Summer Works grant pays the wage! This will be held at Ye Old Pub in downtown Troutdale.

Learn over lunch at Lyft Fitness to learn more about how massage and breathing go together!
2023-05-03 04:30 - 06:00 | Lyft Fitness Gresham corner of Cleveland and Stark ST, 23500 SE Stark St,, Gresham, Oregon, 97030
This month’s Learn over lunch will be hosted by Lyft Fitness. The topic will be on how massage and breathing can assist in wellness. Should be a great time and we all need to be more fit. Lyft has been remodeled and is a wonderful place to workout. They also participate in the senior programs of Silver Sneakers and Silver and Fit programs as well. Come here Lyft’s expert on this topic. Bring your own lunch and I believe there will be some samples of some of the Fitness centers drinks. Invite a friend or fellow business to partake in this fun event

Upcoming Learn over Lunch with Mt Hood Hospice at the Fairview Food Plaza Nov 1st!
2023-10-31 21:30 - 23:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Our Learn over Lunch for the month of November will be Mt Hood Hospice so save the date of November 1st from 11:30 to 1pm. It will be held at the Fairview Food Plaza in Fairview, home of the world’s tallest Fork! It will be entered into the Guinness’s Book of World Records soon.
One of the most misunderstood benefits is Hospice. Come hear from Jolie Phanton outreach director of Mt Hood Hospice. Mt Hood Hospice is the only 5 star program in the Portland area. So much to learn, so bring your lunch or order from the many food carts at the plaza. Sure to have something you can enjoy and partake in while attending this event. Let us know if you can make it or just show up. We will be near one of the overhead heaters as the weather starts to cool down this Fall season.
Invite a fellow business or friend for this informative Learn over Lunch activity. See you there1

Learn over Lunch on December 6th with Bateman Carroll Funeral Home held at the Fairview Food Plaza
2023-12-05 20:30 - 22:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
If your family experienced a loss today, would they know who to call? Would they know what to do? Bateman Carroll Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial provider, presents the Your Life, Your Legacy seminar. This 20 minute information session helps families in our community to get started with planning ahead in 4 very simple steps. With the help of a licensed Pre-Planning Advisor, families choose to plan ahead for funeral and cemetery services for many reasons. Halting the rising cost of inflation with guaranteed pricing, and ensuring that children or friends don’t have to worry about the planning process are 2 of the top reasons families state for taking this step. Learn how to obtain your Personal Planning Guide, free of charge. When completed, the guide answers about 95% of the questions that need answers at the time of someone’s passing. Additional benefits we will discuss include National transferability, Family First Cost Protection, and Away from home protection, to name a few. It may be a tough conversation to start, but in our professional experience, it is so much tougher when we don’t have it in advance. Join us for the easier conversation, bring your questions, and Learn over Lunch! We will be at the Fairview Food Plaza at 22320 NE Halsey St Fairview, OR 97024

Kick off the New Year with an open Learn over Lunch at the Fairview Food Plaza "FORK"
2024-01-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Kick off the new year with a open forum learn over lunch. Bring your latest tips and business strategies and share with members your ideas and goals for the new year. What are you goals? Plans? What do you foresee your 2024 looking like? Come have lunch from one of the many venders here and celebrate the new year. Invite a friend and see you there!

This month's Learn over Lunch will be hosted by the Chamber for a Chamber 101 at the Fairview Fork!
2024-02-07 12:30 - 14:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
This month’s Learn over lunch will be at the Fairview Food Plaza and Ed Chin our Chamber President will be teaching all about the WCGCC benefits and upcoming schedule for rtje the next couple of months. Come join us and have a lunch from one of the Carts, beverage if you can from the Beer Garden or some other delectible snack from on of the many food carts locate at the Fork

The March Learn over Lunch will be hosted by Erin Beggs of Social by design a Tany's Cafe in Wood Village!
2024-03-06 12:30 - 14:00 | TAny’s Cafe, 24173 NE Halsey St, Wood Village, Oregon, 97060
Join us for an insightful session on “Simplifying Social Media: Easy Strategies for Consistency Across Platforms.” Led by Erin Beggs, Owner, Social by Design, this presentation offers practical tips to enhance your social media presence. From setting clear goals to crafting engaging content and leveraging platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn, discover how to reach your target audience effectively. Learn about the unique demographics of each platform and how to tailor your content accordingly. Whether you’re a novice or intermediate user, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to simplify your approach and achieve greater consistency in your social media efforts.

Learn over Lunch with the Youth Transition program "Paid Summer Internships"
2024-04-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Tany’s Cafe Con Pan, 24173 NE Halsey St, Wood Village, OR, 97060
Kathi Morris and Cathy Noles are the YTP coordinators in the Reynolds and Corbett School districts. They will be sharing how the Youth transition program sets these internships for this area, This program is known as Summer Works! Come hear them explain the process and how area businesses can take advantage of a employee that is paid by the program. We will hold this event at Tany’s Con Pan in Wood Village. Don’t’ miss this event and invite another business or friend to learn more about this vital program to our community.

Learn over Lunch for May 1st will be hosted by Direct Placement
2024-05-01 08:30 - 10:00 | OR

Learn over Lunch June 5th will be hosted by Geoff Kenway Kenway Benefits Group at "The Fork"
2024-06-05 12:30 - 14:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Time to kick off the summer season with a meeting to highlight all those questions about insurance that you wanted to ask but were afraid to. Geoff will be explaining the basics and how rates are determined. He truly is the Insurance guy that comes to you and fields your questions so you can make an informed decision. Whether you are needing questions on health insurance, Medicare, Auto, home or even Commercial insurance. Geoff handles it all. We will be meeting at the Fairview Food Plaza from 11:30 to 1pm Invite a friend or fellow business person. See you there and have some great lunch from the many carts. If you are the first to arrive with a guest or you are a guest, lunch is free. You must mention this Facebook post to win.

Learn over Lunch for July is cancelled in lieu of the July 4th Holiday. August will resume
2024-07-03 09:00 - 09:30 | OR
As the 4th of July Independence day celebration, we will not be having a Learn over Lunch for July.

Goodman Septic Services will be hosting August's Learn over Lunch August 7th at the Troutdale Food Carts!
2024-08-07 12:30 - 14:00 | Troutdale Food Carts, 151 SW 257th Dr, Troutdale, OR, 97060
Emily Jacobs will be giving a presentation on what Goodman’s does. So much to learn if you own a septic system or know someone who does.
Invite a fiend or another business connection to hear this talk and enjoy lunch at the Troutdale Food Carts.

Learn over lunch on September 4th will be with Soroptimist to present the details on The Teddy Bear Parade!
2024-09-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Soroptimist
I’m excited to share details about the upcoming Gresham Soroptimist Teddy Bear Parade at the September LOL. This community event is not only a celebration of Gresham’s spirit with over 80 vibrant entries, but it’s also a meaningful way to support local women and girls. I’ll be discussing the purpose of the parade, who it benefits, and how you can get involved. Looking forward to seeing you there!
This learn over lunch will be held at Lolo’s Boss Pizza in Fairview, OR, right next door to Stomping Ground Coffee Bar!

Learn over Lunch will be held at the "Fork" in Fairview. The Chamber will be hosting!
2024-10-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
This month’s Learn over Lunch will hosted by the Chamber. We will be going over the new programs that the Chamber is rolling out for the coming year.
Geoff Kenway, President of the Chamber, will be going over these programs and detailing the benefits of the Chamber for the fiscal year 2024-2025.
This is exciting and you will be pleased to learn how we are going to be promoting your business. Come have lunch or bring your lunch for this presentation.
Invite a friend or another business owner to hear this. See you there!

November's Learn of Lunch will be at B & B Pizza in Troutdale Cherry Park!
2024-11-06 11:30 - 13:00 | B & B Pizza, 2503 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, Oregon, 97060
This month’s Learn over Lunch will be held at B & B Pizza located in Chery Park Plaza in Troutdale. Come support this new business and have lunch.
Owner Jason Blume will be show casing his new restaurant and hopefully sharing his insights on opening a new business. Godfather Pizza was at the location for many year and the now a chapter has been written. Invite a friend or fellow business to share in this networking event.

Learn over Lunch for January will be with David Langley of Legal Shield at "The Fork" in Fairview!
2025-01-29 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Our Learn over lunch is being held later in the month due to the New Years was on the 1st Wednesday of the Month so we opted to do it on the last Wednesday of the month. Ever had a legal question you wanted to ask but the cost of an attorney stopped you? Well, this is the way to get that kind of assistance without the high cost. Mike Bishop will be presenting the benefits of Legal Shield and Identity Theft protection at this event. So come and learn about this valuable benefit. This can also help with employee retention as there are group benefits available as well. Invite a friend or business to this informative Learn Over Lunch meeting. Have lunch or beverage from the many food carts here. See you there!!

Learn over Lunch will be hosted by the Barber Shop of Troutdale for the month of February!
2025-02-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Lolo’a Boss Pizza, 21817 NE Halsey S, Fairview, OR, 97024
OWNER/ BARBER
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As a Bend native who moved to the PDX area over 30 years ago, Donna has unparalleled knowledge of this region and know what her clients are looking for in a barber. After spending over a decade in the corporate world as an Executive Assistant, she decided to turn her passion for men’s grooming into a career. Donna specializes in straight razor shaving and provides traditional cuts and fades to her clients. Her attention to detail and high level of customer service ensure that each client leaves feeling great about their experience.
Traditional Haircut $29
Our expert Barbers will tailor your haircut to your preferences and finish it off with a blow dry and style. To top it off, we offer a hot towel neck shave to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Basic Beard Trim
Buzz Cut (1 blade all over
Skin Fade
Haircut w/ Basic Beard Trim
Haircut w/ Detailed Beard
Straight Razor Shave
Come et the details on the Barber Shop.
This Learn over lunch with be at “Lolo’s Boss Pizza in Fairview! so come, eat, drink and hear Donna tell her story of the Troutdale Barber Shop.
Don’t mess this event! See you there!

This months Learn over Lunch will be at The Fork in Fairview, hosted by Mia Admire Photography!!
2025-03-05 11:30 - 13:00 | The Fork, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Mia Admire of Mia Admire Photography will be our host as we make a quick substitution. Mia Admire Photography has been doing her photography for a long time the greater Troutdale area. The big annual school photo shoot is coming up March 15th. Come and get the details of the annual event and meet the photographer in person. Going to be a great time! Address: 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR 97024
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Exciting times in our Chamber! Invite a friend or fellow business to come and network with us. See you there!

Trevin Webb Insurance is hosting this month's Learn over lunch with Align Health Partners April 2nd!
2025-04-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Trevin Webb Insurance will be hosting the April learn over lunch. One of Trevin’s insurance partner is the CEO of Align Health Partners.
Many self employed and families without traditional health coverage, you need to be here to learn more about the alternatives to the ACA
and other health insurance options Bring a friend of another business to hear this informative learn over lunch. We will be at Lolo’s Boss Pizza in Fairview so come and check this out.

Cascade Art Association will be holding the Learn over Lunch at the Fork for May 7th!
2025-05-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
The Cascade Art Association will6th through be hosting the May Learn over Lunch and promoting their organization and the Troutdale Art Festival the first weekend in June 6th to the 8th. Volunteer opportunities are available so come and support our community. Martha Denham and Ellen Green will be our presenters for this LOL. Supporting the Arts in our community is so important and the West Columbia Gorge Chamber has been supporting this event for over a decade. It has changed but it is now part of the First Friday promotions in Troutdale as this event kicks off the Summer season of First Friday’s. Come join us and invite a friend or fellow business to hear this presentation. See you there!!

Learn over lunch for June 4th with Faithful Restoration, Zane Hall at "The Fork" in Fairview!
2025-06-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Fairview Food Plaza, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Faithful Restoration will be our host for this Learn over Lunch at “The Fork”. Zane has many years experience with restoration issues arising from damage from Smoke, water, bio and fire damages. Helping you recover from these troubling situations. Come hear how the process works and how you can take advantage of their services and guide you through the insurance maze. Invite a friend or another business owner to this event.

Learn over Lunch for July will be with Bateman and Carroll Funeral Home at "The Fork"
2025-07-02 11:30 - 13:00 | The Fork, 22320 NE Halsey St, Fairview, OR, 97024
Jim Jackson will be our host for this informative look at what plans one needs to make to be ready when tragedy strikes. This type of meeting
helped me so much when I was faced with a potential loss of a loved one. Jim is the General Manager at the Gresham location. Dignity and respect are cornerstones
in the Funeral arena. Come here how to be prepared and know your options. The Fork has been a great place to hold these events for our Learn over Lunch
meeting. Invite another business or a friend for this meeting.. See you tere!

Welcome to Troutdale Learn over Lunch with Mama G's with Lloyd Anderson of Armadas Exteriors!
2025-08-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Mama G’s, 450 NW 257th Way,, Troutdale, Oreogn, 97060
Lloyd Anderson of Armadas Exteriors will be our host for this amazing Learn over Lunch event at Mama G’s new location in the Troutdale Outlet Mall.
This is a celebration of Mama G’s coming to Troutdale and Lloyd giving a present on Gutters and roofing services. Going to be a great event.
Invite another business or a friend to hear this presentation..

Learn over Lunch for Sept 3rd will be Sean Ronney of Green Duck Technologies at Mama G's in the Troutdale Outlets!
2025-09-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Trotudale Outlet Mall, 450 NW 257th Way, Oregon, 97060
The Learn over Lunch for September will be Sean Ronney of Green Duck Technologies. We will hold it at Mama G’s in the Troutdale Outlet Mall on Sept 3rd.
Sean will be going over website, design and the do’s and don’t of Web Design. Sean is also familiar with software and how it enhance you website.
This will be a must see Learn over Lunch. Invite friend or another business to glean this kind of information. See you there

Our learn over lunch for October will be hosted by Geoffrey Kenway of Kenway Benefits Group at the Rockwood Market Place
2025-10-01 11:30 - 13:00 | The Rockwood Market Place, 458 SE 185th Ave, Portland, OR,, Portland, Oregon, 97230
Time to kick off the Fall season with a meeting to highlight all those questions about Medicare insurance that you wanted to ask but were afraid to. Geoff will be explaining the basics and how you can utilize the options this annual election period. It formally starts on Oct 15th. He truly is the Insurance guy that comes to you and fields your questions so you can make an informed decision. Whether you are needing questions on health insurance, Medicare, Auto, home or even Commercial insurance. Geoff handles it all. We will be meeting at the Rockwood Market Place with Pholicious Company and will be our co-sponsoring this event. They are one of our newest members. Try her food out. You won’t be disappointed.. Invite a friend or fellow business person. See you there . If you are the first to arrive with a guest or you are a guest, lunch is free. You must mention the Facebook post to win.

November Learn over Lunch will be hosted by Erin Beggs of Social by Design at the Troutdale Soda Bar Cafe!
2025-11-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Troutdale Soda Shop & Cafe, 289 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR, 97060
November Learn over Lunch will be hosted by Erin Beggs of “Social by Design” at the Troutdale Soda Bar Cafe. This will be upstairs and everything you wanted
to know about Social by Design will be shared. Erin does an amazing job of helping people navigate the world of Social Media. When to post an post and how to post are key ingredients in the Media world. Invite a friend and hear from one of members explain what she does and how she can help your business flourish! Invite a fiend and check out the Troutdale Soda Bar Cafe. See you there!

Learn over lunch at the Rockwood Market December 3rd
2025-12-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Rockwood Market Place, 458 SE 185th Ave, Portland, OR, 97233
Roundtable Let’s share best business practices with one another. Come prepared with tips and stories to share.
December 3rd, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Rockwood Market Hall – 458 SE 185th Ave, Portland
