News from the Montrose–Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce:

Well, here we are at the last three-day weekend of the summer. Wow, summer went by fast, like it always does (more so as I get older). I love summer, going to the beach, barbecuing and sunshine every day; it’s the best! Whatever you do over the Labor Day weekend, relax, enjoy, have fun and be safe.

A big “thank you” to the Dunaway Group at Broadview Realty for providing a delicious breakfast at our August board meeting. It was so gracious of you and we really appreciated it.

Free admission: Attend the Foothills Community Business Expo on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at the Verdugo Hills Hospital. Come and meet area merchants and organizations in the community. There will be food, entertainment, prizes and drawings. The event opens at 5 p.m. and continues until 8 p.m.

The third annual Artwalk is coming to Montrose on Saturday, Sept. 13 on the streets of Honolulu Avenue. Come out and see what beautiful artwork looks like; we have some amazing artists. Hours are 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Speaking of art, are you an aspiring artist? Make sure you sign up to attend the Gerald Brommer workshop beginning Dec. 8 until Dec. 12. Call the Chamber for details.

The following businesses and residents have made the commitment and have become sponsors for one of the biggest events coming to town. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Oct. 4. Would you like to be listed? Call the Chamber today!

Major sponsors are Ace Beverage Company and Montrose Travel. Platinum sponsor is Sparr Heights District Business Association.

Silver sponsors are Anawalt Lumber Company, Hearing Resource Center, Montrose Bike Shop. Oktoberfest supporters are Amado Plumbing, American Medical Supply, Andy’s Transfer & Storage, Billy’s Board Shop, Bob Smith Toyota, Cal National Bank, New Moon Restaurant, Robbin’s Nest Preschool, S.I.G. Property Management, So California Edison, Tender Treasures and White’s Art Framing & Restoration.

Residential supporters are Jack and Marilyn Kashirsky and Mark and Anne Frazee.

The Chamber is located at 3516 N. Verdugo Road in Glendale and can be reached by telephone at (818) 249-7171 or by e-mail at mvcc@montrosechamber.org.

The Chamber can be reached Monday though Thursday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and on Friday from 9 a.m. until noon. .

The Montrose–Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce “It’s where you belong.”

MARIAN E. JOCZ is the executive director of Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce.