What’s happening in Fair Oaks? Well, a lot more than “free range” chickens and roosters crossing the road, that’s for sure! It has been a banner year for our business community through the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce (FOCC), for one thing. The Chamber is proud to announce that it has enrolled over 75 new members this year, business owners and managers who recognize the value of belonging to this dynamic organization. Pictured are 15 new members who attended a recent monthly luncheon.

Did you know that FOCC has developed very strong ties in our community with our local schools, FO Recreation and Parks District, Rotary of Fair Oaks among others? Did you also know that FOCC sponsors and hosts a number of free, family-fun events in Fair Oaks throughout the year including the upcoming, 33rd Annual Christmas in the Village event on Saturday, Dec. 3rd? From noon-7 pm, you can expect a fun-filled day of live music, pictures with Santa Claus, craft vendors, food and the ever-popular parade down Fair Oaks Blvd! This year we will be unveiling a 38-ft. tree which will be lit up right after the parade! It will be spectacular! You don’t want to miss this small-town tradition with a big heart.

Did you know that you still have time to vote for “The Best of Fair Oaks” businesses that you love? Look for the ad in this issue with more details and visit www.BestofFairOaks.com by December 31st or call the Chamber office at 967-2903. Then save the date for Thursday, January 19th when “The Best of Fair Oaks” businesses will be celebrated at an evening reception.

Finally, in this month of “giving thanks,” we thank our wonderful community and community partners for supporting our local businesses this holiday season and throughout the year. We invite you to visit us at www.fairoakschamber.com and to refer to our Member Directory when looking for a particular service or business that supports Fair Oaks. Community events are listed there, too.

Consider joining the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce. We’ve been connecting business with community since 1954.