This week’s newsletter includes a recap of our Barbrix mixer, ideas to inspire your holiday promotions, and a warm welcome to new member Maison Nail Spa. You’ll also find Chamber Realtor updates and this week’s Member2Member feature with Susan North.
Read more below:
✨ What a great night at Barbrix! ✨
Our November Mixer was a wonderful evening filled with connection, conversation, and community. A big shoutout to Barbrix and owner Claudio Blotta for hosting us in their beautifully renovated space. The atmosphere, the wine, and the food made it the perfect setting to bring local business owners together.
It was inspiring to see so many familiar faces and meet new ones, all contributing to the spirit of Silver Lake!
Stay tuned for our next mixer, and check out our social media HERE for more from this special night!
Holiday Promo Ideas for the Week Ahead
To help you prepare for one of the biggest shopping weeks of the year, here are simple, ready-to-use ideas you can roll out for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. These are designed to be easy, flexible, and effective for all types of businesses.
Black Friday (This Friday)
• Feature One Big Deal: Pick one product/service and make it the spotlight.
• Create Bundles: Pair items for a holiday bundle.
• VIP Early Access: Email your customers with an “early access” offer.
• Extended Hours: Consider opening a little earlier or staying open later.
Small Business Saturday (This Saturday)
• Shop Local Giveaway: Every purchase earns an entry in a small raffle.
• Partner Up: Team up with another business for cross-promos.
• Free Gift With Purchase: Even something small adds excitement.
• Share Your Story: Post about why your business loves being part of the community.
Cyber Monday (Next Monday)
• Online Promo Code: A simple code like “THANKFUL10” works great.
• Digital Gift Card Bonus: “Buy a $50 gift card, get $10 free.”
• Flash Sale Windows: Rotate small offers every few hours online.
• Free Shipping or Local Delivery: If possible, offer a small perk to encourage checkout.
Maison Nail Spa
We’re excited to welcome Maison Nail Spa to the Chamber! Maison offers elevated nail care using non-toxic products, trending designs, and services tailored for comfort and style. Their beautiful space, relaxing treatments, and commitment to making every client feel pampered truly set them apart. This is owner Thao’s second salon; we’re thrilled to welcome her to our community and look forward to supporting their continued growth. If you dislike the typical smell of acrylics in many salons, you’ll love coming here!
Thao Nguyen
2474 Glendale Blvd.
(626) 848-4568
maisonnailspa.com
silverlake@maisonnailspa.com
Here’s what our Chamber Realtors are up to:
• Fenton Real Estate: 3143-3145 Larga Ave — Spanish bungalow and ADU (on the same lot), in Atwater Village. More info HERE.
• Trevino Properties: 4437 Avocado St #101– 2-bed, 3-bath two-level, front unit, with a private balcony, in the heart of Los Feliz. More info HERE.
• Paul Redmond: Check out Paul’s website for updates, listings and news.
• Fatima Malik: 440 Raymond Ave #20 — Top-floor Ocean Park apartment available for rent. More info HERE.
• Julie Mollo Homes Group: 2018 Griffith Park Blvd #109 — Fully renovated 2-bed, 2-bath in the heart of Silver Lake. More info HERE.
• Mark Duncan / Think Real Estate: 317 W Palmer Ave — Flexible space in the heart of Glendale. Currently a church and zoned for multifamily. More info HERE.
• Brittany Walter: 7617 Lilly Way — 4-bed, 3-bath contemporary home in North Hollywood. More info HERE.
• The Local Real Estate Group: 11218 Camarillo St — 3-bed, 3-bath spacious and bright corner unit in Toluca Lake. More info HERE.
• Anthony Mian: Check out Anthony’s Instagram and/or website for updates, listings and news.
• Romy Flint: 1724 Golden Gate Ave — 1-bed, 1-bath in a Spanish triplex with beautiful views, available for rent. More info HERE.
• Jade Devitt: Check out Jade’s Instagram and/or website for updates, listings and news.
• Tiao Properties: 2105-2107 E Cesar Chavez Ave — Historic, mixed-use, 30-unit property in Boyle Heights. More info HERE.
• Kenya Reeves-Costa / The LA Homegirl: 2978 Ripple Pl #105 — 2-bed, 2-bath corner unit at Riverhouse in Frogtown. More info HERE.
• Pinky Jones: Check out Pinky’s Instagram and/or website for updates, listings and news.
• The Collective Realty: Check out the collective Realty’s Instagram and/or website for updates, listings and news.
• Get ready to funk up your Thanksgiving night (Nov. 27th) at Akbar’s Jive Turkey edition, where funk, soul, house, and disco hit the floor all night. After you’re stuffed, come dance it out under the disco ball. No cover, just pure groove. More info HERE.
• Join SIJCC on Friday, December 5th from 5:30-7:30pm, for a family-friendly night with trivia for the adults and a cozy PJ movie pizza party for the kids. Dinner, drinks, popcorn, and Paddington 2 make it the perfect Friday night for ages 4 to 11. More info HERE.
• Join AGC Collision for a Cars & Coffee morning filled with great cars, warm coffee, and even better company. Swing by on Saturday, November 29th from 9-11am, for a relaxed meet-up and connect with the AGC team in the sunshine. More info HERE.
• Rockaway Record‘s new Premier Auctions are now live, featuring a curated lineup of rare and collectible music treasures. Browse, bid, and claim your favorites now through December 9th. More info HERE.
• Oaktown Spice Shop has everything you need to take your Thanksgiving turkey from simple to unforgettable. Explore their brines, rubs, and seasonal blends to make your holiday table full of bold, fresh flavor – or pick up a gift certificate for your holiday host! More info HERE.
Finding Grants and Sponsorships:
Locate Opportunities, Apply Confidently, Stand Out to Funders
Wednesday, December 3rd at 10am
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
• How to find legitimate small business grants & sponsorships
• How to prepare for common types of business funding
• What it means to be “grant-ready” and how to determine eligibility
• Key application documents funders expect and how to prepare them
• Free and low-cost business resources that support growth, visibility, and funding readiness
Susan North
Parent Educator and Mediator
**FREE CONSULTATION**
Susan North helps people understand/manage conflict and provides the following services: Mediation • Conflict Coaching • Facilitation • Peer Mediation Training • Parent Education Classes • Parent Coaching
2524 Micheltorena St.
(323) 661-0226
northmediates@gmail.com
Susan is also the author of The Opposite of Combat, a guide for parents & caregivers (see her WEBSITE for more information) and writes a blog called Squabblefest www.squabblefest.com/blog.
