Sometimes people will say, “I had no idea that was happening.”
We get it!
There is a lot going on in McKinleyville and throughout Humboldt County. Community events, school activities, business events, fundraisers, public meetings, Chamber mixers, summer concerts, festivals, nonprofit events, workshops, and local celebrations all pop up throughout the year.
One of the Chamber’s goals is to help make those things easier to find.
We may not know about every single event happening in town, but we are always working to share what we can, point people in the right direction, and help residents, businesses, visitors, and community partners stay connected.
Start With the Chamber Member Events Calendar
If you are looking for local happenings, the Chamber Member Events Calendar is a great place to start.
This calendar highlights events hosted by McKinleyville Chamber members and gives people one more way to discover what local businesses, nonprofits, organizations, and community partners are doing.
You might find a business open house, a nonprofit fundraiser, a workshop, a food or beverage event, a seasonal celebration, a ribbon cutting, or another opportunity to connect with the local business community.
It is helpful for residents looking for something to do, visitors exploring the area, and members who want to support each other.
Members Can Add Their Own Events
If you are a Chamber member, this is one of the tools available to you.
Adding your event to the Chamber calendar helps give it more visibility and makes it easier for the community to find. It also gives the Chamber something we can help point people toward when they ask what is happening.
Your event does not have to be huge to be worth sharing.
A class, sale, fundraiser, open house, live music night, hiring event, anniversary celebration, workshop, community activity, or special event can all be a good fit.
The more our members use the calendar, the more useful it becomes for everyone.
Follow Along on Social Media
Social media is still one of the quickest ways we share timely updates.
The Chamber uses Facebook and Instagram often to share event reminders, member updates, ribbon cuttings, photos, and last-minute details. We also use LinkedIn for business-focused updates, community leadership topics, and member news.
Not everything can fit into one post or one calendar, so following the Chamber on social media is one of the easiest ways to stay in the loop.
It also helps local events reach more people. Every like, share, comment, and tag can help someone else find out about something happening in the community.
McKinlevyille Chamber of Commerce on Facebook
@mckinleyvillechamber on Instagram
McKinleyville Chamber of Commerce on Linked In
Sign Up for Chamber Emails
Email is still one of the most reliable ways to stay connected.
Our Chamber emails help share upcoming events, member news, community updates, local resources, and opportunities to get involved. They are especially helpful if you are not on social media every day or if you want information gathered in one place.
For businesses and organizations, email can also be a helpful way to see what is coming up, plan ahead, and find opportunities to participate.
Don’t Forget About Public Meetings
Not everything happening in McKinleyville is an event.
Some of the most important conversations happen in public meetings, advisory committees, board meetings, and county-level discussions. These conversations can affect roads, development, housing, public safety, recreation, infrastructure, tourism, business conditions, and the future of our community.
That is why the Chamber also created a Civics Meeting Calendar.
You do not have to attend every meeting to be informed. But knowing where to look is a good first step.
Send Events Our Way
The Chamber cannot share what we do not know about.
If you are a Chamber member and have an event coming up, make sure it is added to the Member Events Calendar or send the information our way.
If you are planning a fundraiser, business celebration, workshop, open house, special event, or community activity, we want to know about it.
And if you are not sure where something belongs, ask us. We may be able to point you to the right calendar, page, contact, or resource.
Why It Matters
Events and community updates are more than just a calendar to keep updated.
They are how people find each other.
They help businesses connect with customers. They help nonprofits reach supporters. They help residents find things to do. They help visitors experience the community. They help members support members.
We are a growing community, but we still have that local feeling where showing up, sharing information, and helping people connect can make a real difference.
So whether you are looking for something to do, trying to promote an event, wanting to attend a public meeting, or just hoping to feel a little more connected, we hope these resources help.
Start with the Member Events Calendar. Follow along on social media. Sign up for updates. Share what you know.
There is more happening in McKinleyville than people sometimes realize, and we are glad to help share it.
