Monthly Archives: August 2013

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Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the TEDXOrangeCoast September 20-21 conference at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa.

The conference will bring together the leading innovative and imaginative thinkers and will take you along on a thought-provoking journey centered around the theme “Beautiful Minds.”

Last year’s events attracted more than 2,000 participants and featured 15-year-old Jack Andraka, who introduced his scientific invention: an early detection test for pancreatic cancer.

In addition to world-renowned speakers, the conference will showcase the winners of the second annual TEDxChallenge and TEDxTeenChallenge. They are designed to recognize exceptional talents who have innovative ideas that make a positive impact on the community. Winners will receive start-up funds, as well as professional mentorship to implement their idea. CLICK HERE to apply.

Speakers for the event include Dr. Kary Mullis who received a Nobel Prize in chemistry for his invention of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR); Ron Finley, charismatic founder of L.A. Green Grounds, a volunteer organization that installs gardens in vacant, blighted lots; and high school senior Sara Volz who won the 2013 Intel Science Talent Search by demonstrating how to create biofuel from algae.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

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The Fullerton Police Department has been awarded a new traffic safety grant for an anti-DUI program aimed at preventing deaths and injuries on our roadways. Additional enforcement measures to combat impaired driving are coming as a result of a recent grant awarded by the California Office of Traffic Safety to the City of Fullerton. The Fullerton Police Department is dedicated to keeping our streets safe through both enforcement and education and will have a DUI Checkpoint on August 29, 2013 along the Downtown Commonwealth Avenue corridor.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

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This fall, the Fullerton Arboretum launches the brand new Children’s Garden Story Time series, for ages four to seven, which will be held in our fabulous Children’s Garden! During each program, we will read a story (sometimes two!) relating to the topic of the day. Participating kids will do activities that match each topic, like games, crafts and projects. And of course, we will explore the children’s garden and other neat parts of the Fullerton Arboretum, while learning about plants, animals and nature! The stories told and activities explored will be geared towards children age four to seven. Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Dates and titles for the classes are as follows:

9 /14: Pizza, Pizza, Pizza Garden

9/28: Butterflies

10/12: Sunflowers for Everyone

10/26: Pumpkins & Gourds

11/9: Autumn Leaves

11/23: What are Biomes?

12/14: Gifts of Nature

Classes are $10 / child non-members & $8 / child members. Pre-registration may be completed on the Fullerton Arboretum website: http://fullertonarboretum.org/education.php. For more information, please call (657)278-3407 during normal business hours.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

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In honor and remembrance of the heros and victims of September 11, 2011, Gandolfo’s New York Deli will be feeding all service men and women for free on 9/11/13.

“Patriot’s Day is a time for us to come together and help raise awareness for service and volunteerism, in an effort to honor those impacted as well as saying thank you for what is done within our community,” said co-owner of Gandolfo’s Deli, May Mandagi. “Whether you are military, police, fire or EMT we want to say thank you for your courage and sacrifice.”

Those in uniform and/or with proper ID will be served the sandwich of their choice. Gandolfo’s New York Deli is located at 444 N. Harbor Blvd, in Fullerton.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

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Fullerton Chamber members are invited to a free webinar on Covered California on Thursday, September 5, from 10-11:30 a.m., broadcast in the Fullerton Chamber offices. The webinar is presented by the California Chamber of Commerce and Covered California representative Chris Patton.

Space is limited and reservations are requested by calling (714) 871-3100.

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), employers must provide a notice of health coverage options to employees on or before October 1, 2013.

Californians without access to affordable health insurance through their employer can purchase health coverage through Covered California. Enrollment begins this October for coverage starting January 1, 2014.

Moderated by CalChamber, special guest presenter Patton will explain what small businesses (1–50 employees) need to know about the state’s new insurance marketplace.

Patton will cover:

• Who’s eligible and what’s required;
• Available tax credits;
• Range of health plans offered;
• Decision on whether and when to participate;
• Who handles plan payments and other administration;
• Employer interaction with the exchange

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

By Theresa Harvey

California previewed its much-anticipated health-care advertising campaign Thursday, less than a month before the state launches a new insurance marketplace under the federal health care law.

The immense public-education effort — comprised of television, radio, digital, social media and an updated website — will endeavor to saturate the homes, workplaces and street corners of nearly 40 million residents to change lifestyles and health-care habits.

“The ads will explain that Californians will get access to low-cost or no-cost insurance and will benefit from new rules that allow everyone to have coverage,” said Covered California Executive Director Peter V. Lee. “This will mean peace of mind for many Californians who have either been putting off medical care or going into debt because of health care costs.”

All Americans will have to carry health insurance or pay a penalty under the new law.

Other states have already introduced elaborate marketing campaigns to promote their insurance marketplaces to consumers. California, which originally planned to launch its campaign in July, opted to delay the push until closer to the launch date.

Versions of the marketing on display here will begin rolling into test markets in the coming days.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

By Theresa Harvey

A California Chamber of Commerce-opposed bill that undermines a recent, unanimous California Supreme Court decision and will create an opportunity for frivolous employment litigation is awaiting a vote by the Assembly.

SB 655 (Wright; D-Inglewood) directly undermines a unanimous Supreme Court ruling issued in February 2013 by establishing a statutory penalty of $15,000 as well as allowing non-economic damages against an employer who had an objective, independent, non-discriminatory basis upon which to terminate or discipline an employee.

Let your voice be heard! SB 655 is awaiting a vote by the entire Assembly. Contact your Assembly member and urge a vote to oppose SB 655. Click here for more information.

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Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce

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Lots of free movie showings going on today, the market too and two art gallery openings (there’s a DUI checkpoint scheduled too)! To do Today: 7:15am: The Fullerton Sunrise Rotary Breakfast Meeting will be held at the Meridian Sports Club (1535 Deerpark Dr.) and new members are welcome. For more information contact Carolyn Johnson at (714) 743-8670. 9-10:30am: The […]

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For their philanthropic impact and humanitarian support of optometry, Marshall B. Ketchum University will honor community leaders at the third annual Shared Visions Gala & V–Awards, Thursday, September 19, 2013, at a 4:30 p.m. VIP reception and a 5:30 p.m. gala at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd. in Yorba Linda, CA.

Awards will include:

• Corporate V–Award – Allergan, Inc. of Irvine,
  to be accepted by Allergan Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer David E.I. Pyott
• Founder’s V–Award — Marshall B. Ketchum, M.D.,
  to be accepted by the Ketchum family
• Shared Visions Artist Award — Susan Joy Gustafson of Vancouver, WA

“As a leading health care company with a heritage in eye care, Allergan is committed to developing innovative products and strives to make a positive and lasting impact on the vision community and the broader health care community. We are pleased and honored to receive this Corporate V–Award at the Marshall B. Ketchum University Shared Visions Gala & V–Awards,” said David E.I. Pyott, Allergan’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer.

With a theme of “Sharing Vision – Changing Lives” and an unwavering focus on supporting vision readiness for all children in Orange County, the Shared Visions Gala …read more

Source: Fullerton Chamber of Commerce