05/24/2026
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Breaking News: Orion Area Chamber Launches "LOve LOcal ❤️Summer of 26”In a swift response to the recent water main break, we are announcing a series of new initiatives designed to infuse vital 💵 cash flow💵into the business community. We encourage everyone to visit all of our wonderful businesses in Orion.
The campaign, titled "LOve LOcal & Meet Me in Orion” comes in direct response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s state of emergency declaration following a major water main break in Orion Township and the Village of Lake Orion.
To kick off the campaign and bring immediate foot traffic into local restaurants, the Chamber is introducing “Meet Me in Orion” Live Lunches. Throughout the summer, the Chamber will highlight a designated local restaurant and encourage community members to gather, dine, and support these vital establishments.
Event Details:
👉Who: Orion Area Chamber
👉What: “Meet Me in Orion” Live Lunches
👉When: Weekly throughout the Summer of 2026, from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
👉Where: Rotating local restaurants in Orion Township & Village of Lake Orion
👉Cost: Free to attend; customers pay the restaurant directly for their meals
👉No reservations required
During these designated lunch hours, members of the Chamber Leadership Team will be on-site to greet customers, spark friendly conversation, and foster community companionship.
"Our local businesses are the pillar of the Orion community, and they need our support and encouragement now more than ever," said Joyce Donaldson, President & CEO "The water main break presented an unexpected hurdle, but by coming together for the 'LOve LOcal' campaign, we can make a tangible financial impact. We're asking everyone to skip the brown-bag lunch, come out, and meet us in Orion."
Residents, professionals, and visitors are all invited to participate. Simply show up, look for the signage, and help pour support back into the community.
For the full schedule of participating restaurants and upcoming "LOve LOcal" initiatives, please visit orionareachamber.com or follow our official social media channels.
LOve LOcal ❤️Summer of 26 Event Schedule-Orion Area Chamber
✅ ✂️ May 21 Waterside Social- 1 Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting
✂️ May 28 Haney Farm Bureau – New Location Ribbon Cutting
❤️May 29 Meet Me in Orion LIVE - Small Business Gratitude Walk
☕️ June 2 Bagels and Brew…Morning Mixer - Orion Township Public Library
✂️ June 1 Stitch and Sew Ribbon Cutting ( due to water main break)
✂️ June 4 HealthQuest Physical Therapy- 25 Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting
❤️June 10 Meet Me in Orion LIVE -Lunch at Culver’s of Lake Orion
✂️ June 11 Spunky Frog | Clayhouse & Arts Ribbon Cutting
✏️ June 16 Leading Edge Educational Workshop: Brand Love in Action at SpringHill Suites by Marriott
🍷 June 18 Health and Wellness Peer to Peer Network at Michigan by the Bottle
❤️June 24 Meet Me in Orion LIVE- Lunch at Sick Town Hall
🛶 June 25 Summer Networking Mixer - at Mystic Cove, Moceri Companies
🔨 June 30 Trade’s, Builders & Suppliers Peer to Peer Network at Bitter Tom’s Distillery
❤️July 8 Meet Me in Orion LIVE – Lunch at Bad Brads BBQ
✂️ July 9 Willow Springs Entertainment Ribbon Cutting
⛳️ July 20 Golf Outing & Fundraiser - Paint Creek Country Club
✂️ July 23 Professor Soups Ribbon Cutting
❤️July 22 Meet Me in Orion LIVE – Lunch at Irish Tavern Lake Orion
✂️ July 30 Urban Aesthetics Ribbon Cutting
☕️ August 4 Bagels and Brew…Morning Mixer at Mystic Cove, Moceri Companies
❤️August 5 Meet Me in Orion LIVE – Lunch at Bitter Tom’s Distillery
❤️August 19 Meet Me in Orion LIVE – Lunch at The Coney Express
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Joyce Donaldson, IOM
President and CEO
248-693-6300
106 W Shadbolt Street
Suite B
Lake Orion, MI 48362 (map)
[email protected]
www.orionareachamber.com
Mission Statement
The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to creating a healthy local economy and building a strong and vibrant environment for economic growth.
Vision Statement
The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce will enhance the business community by providing a robust foundation of accessible resources, advocacy, and strategic connections while creating a collaborative and supportive culture where businesses can thrive and prosper.
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