Anderson Community and Economic Development

08/16/2026

Local businesses giving back is one of many reasons we are . When you shop local your dollars stay in the community and make it better place to live.

A washer and dryer doesn't sound like much. But for someone rebuilding a life, clean clothes for a job interview changes everything.

Thank you, Derek Nichols and the team at Nichols Appliance in Anderson, for the generous discount that helped us furnish our sober living house. We greatly appreciate you. 💙

08/16/2026

08/13/2026

Let the music continue! The Sunset River Jam is picking up where Mosquito Serenade ended. Every Wednesday night through September, come on down to Anderson River Park live music hosted by the Anderson Chamber of Commerce!

08/04/2026

Join us this evening for National Night Out and Battle of the Badges!

Beginning at 5:30 PM at the Splash Pad at Anderson River Park:

🚓 Police demonstrations
🚒 Community partners/Battle of the Badges
🌮 Food trucks
🎈 Activities for all ages
💦 Splash Pad fun
🤝 Opportunities to get to know the people who serve our community

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and come spend the evening with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Anderson River Park Splash Pad

07/24/2026

Have you checked out the new look and menu at Woodside Grill located at the Gaia Hotel & Spa? It’s definitely a hidden gem in the North State! After dinner, take a stroll through the grounds and see all the improvements made since new ownership.

07/10/2026

Come check out Anderson’s newest business!

Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with the Anderson Police Department!

July 15, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 pm @ Blackburn Apparel & Virtual Golf (2245 North Street)

Stop by during lunch to meet your local officers, enjoy a hot dog, and get to know the people behind the badge in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Whether you have questions, want to learn more about APD, or simply want to grab lunch, we'd love to visit with you.

A special thank you to Blackburn Virtual Golf for hosting this community event. We hope to see you there!

06/27/2026

Did you know you can hear live music every Saturday night right here in Anderson?

06/23/2026

Are you curious how AI may be able to help you in your business? The Shasta College Employer Summit in partnership with the Anderson Chamber of Commerce is taking place this Thursday at the Gaia Hotel & Spa Redding, Ascend Hotel Collection.

Join us for a day of networking at our Employer Summit, in partnership with the Redding Chamber of Commerce and Anderson Chamber of Commerce. "Beyond ChatGPT: The AI Shift Every Business Needs to Understand" featuring keynote speaker Hope Seth.

Chamber members get a discount!

Thursday, June 25th | 2pm – 5pm (doors open at 1:30pm)
at the Gaia Hotel
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shasta-college-employer-summit-tickets-1989617858574

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the way organizations operate — and the conversation is moving far beyond ChatGPT. This engaging and practical session is designed for business owners, executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who want to better understand how AI is reshaping the future of work and what it means for their organizations.

We'll explore how businesses are beginning to move beyond simple AI prompting into a new era of:
• Workflow automation
• AI-powered operations
• Productivity and efficiency tools
• Decision support and data analysis
• Customer experience enhancements
• Process redesign
• And emerging AI agents that can assist with increasingly complex tasks

In addition to the presentation, attendees will hear directly from local business leaders who are already integrating AI into their operations, workflows, marketing, customer service, and decision-making processes. This panel discussion will provide practical, real-world perspectives on what's working, leadership implications of AI adoption, including how leaders can thoughtfully navigate change, prepare teams, identify opportunities, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving business environment.

Whether you are AI-curious or already experimenting with tools like ChatGPT, this presentation will help you better understand the broader AI landscape, separate hype from reality, and identify practical opportunities for your business or organization.

No technical background required. Register now to secure your spot at the summit!

For any questions about the event, please contact Mark Endraske at [email protected].

05/17/2026

250. It’s going to be a good celebration!

Going to be a great evening!

05/12/2026

We are excited to share that TowTally Camping will be staying in Anderson and has found a new location!