Mercer Island Connect: Network Together After Hours with the Bellevue Chamber

Wednesday, April 1
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Yuan Ru Art Gallery
12737 NE Bel Red Rd #100, Bellevue, WA 98005

Step into an evening of connection, conversation, and community as Mercer Island Chamber partners with the Bellevue Chamber for our first Network Together After Hours event of 2026.

Mingle among inspiring artwork while enjoying light bites, refreshments, and the opportunity to build new personal and professional relationships. Whether you're looking to expand your network, explore collaboration, or simply enjoy good company, this joint chamber gathering offers a warm and welcoming space to do so.

Registration is required, and space is limited.
This event is a members event, and first‑time guests are encouraged to attend one networking event to experience the value of chamber involvement.

We look forward to connecting with you!

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Jaimie Birtel Photography’s brand‑new studio space on Mercer Island! 

Stop by on Thursday, April 2nd from 1:00–3:00 PM for a warm welcome, an official ribbon‑cutting ceremony, and an open house to explore Jaimie’s beautiful new creative space.

Whether you’re a community member, local business, or photography enthusiast, we invite you to come meet Jaimie, tour the studio, and help us celebrate this exciting milestone.

Location: Jaimie Birtel Photography Studio
Date: Thursday, April 2
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM

We can’t wait to welcome you!

The Chamber’s Board of Directors meets monthly to review organizational business, financial reports, and strategic initiatives. These meetings provide an opportunity for the board to discuss ongoing programs, evaluate progress toward goals, and make decisions that guide the Chamber’s operations and community impact.

This is a regularly scheduled governance meeting of the Chamber’s leadership team.

This is a closed meeting. 

Join us for a fun and eco-friendly event where you can safely dispose of your unwanted paint! Our Free Paint Recycling Collection Event is happening at Mercer Island City Hall - 9611 SE36th Street, Mercer Island, WA. Don't miss this opportunity to declutter your space and contribute to a greener environment.

Register for a drop-off time today! We will accept all types of paint, from latex to oil-based, so bring them all! Our team of experts will be on hand to guide you through the process and ensure everything is properly recycled.

Spread the word and invite your friends and neighbors to join in. Together, let's make a positive impact on our community and the planet. Don't forget to mark your calendars for this exciting event!

Spring break with Soccer Fun Camp means time with friends, new skills, and a boatload of fun! Our energetic coaches keep kids active with games, skill-building activities, and plenty of soccer in a positive, encouraging environment.

Join us for a week of outdoor play and soccer excitement on Mercer Island!

Spring Break No-School Camp
📅 April 13–17
📍 Homestead Field, Mercer Island
👧🧒 Ages 5–12

Camp Options:
• Half Day (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): $295
• Full Day (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM): $545

Spots are limited, so be sure to register early!

REGISTER HERE

Sustainable Style Hits the Runway!

Join us for the Chamber’s First Sustainable Fashion Show—where style meets purpose. Featuring Mercer Island's own thrift store and local consignment boutiques, eco-friendly accessories, and fashion-forward products that support sustainability.

Featuring fashions from:
Mercer Island Thrift Store
Odette & Co.
Reprise
Refugee Artisan Initiative

Celebrate creativity, community, and conscious fashion. Let’s make sustainability chic!

How does your business stand out in a crowded, distracting digital world? What if you could tell a dream story that makes your clients pause, feel seen and say, “I need to work with them!”? Imagine having visuals and messaging that spark real conversations and generate more business. Build trust before a single sales call and attract the type of loyal repeat clients who become your biggest advocates.

Drawing from my background in PR and experience as a portrait and branding photographer, you’ll learn how to craft a brand that isn’t a dream but rather a reality. Learn practical tips to help you grow a brand that’s relatable, inviting, and most importantly… you. Bringing together incredible visuals and your voice, your brand doesn’t just become recognizable, it becomes unforgettable.

Jaimié Birtel has over a decade of experience in PR and communications, helping global brands tell their stories and connect genuinely with their audiences. She’s led brand campaigns, media relations, executive coaching, and worked behind the scenes to build strong visibility for global companies. Now, she combines that expertise with her love for portrait and branding photography to help entrepreneurs share authentic, compelling stories through visuals and words. Jaimié knows what makes a message resonate—so your brand feels real, relatable, and unforgettable. She’s all about empowering clients to show up confidently and consistently everywhere they go.