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Your bi-weekly guide to the news & happenings of Dana Point
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The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Dana Point, presents the Dana Point Lantern District Car & Motorcycle Show on Sunday, September 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Held on Del Prado between Violet Lantern and the PCH/Del Prado Archway, this event will feature hundreds of custom and classic cars, a motorcycle display, awards, great entertainment, food and more! Come for the cars, stay for the great dining and shopping!
Onsite Registration Will Be Available
Car Registration:
$50 day-of registration
Motorcycle Registration:
$20 day-of registration
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An after hours mixer for members and non-members is hosted at a different Dana Point Chamber member venue every third Thursday of the month. Join us at 5:30pm for drinks (2 drink tickets with admission), light appetizers and the opportunity to network with citizens and businesses in our strong Dana Point community.
Work the room to promote yourself, generate new business leads and build relationships with other Dana Point professionals.
Purchase raffle tickets at the event to be entered for wonderful prizes donated by our Chamber members.
Help us promote this worthwhile event by inviting a local business owner- and bring friends! Click the Register Now button above to claim your spot for this month!
Thursday, September 21st
5:30pm-7:30pm
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Raffle Prizes Generously Donated By:
To become a host of a Networking at Noon Luncheon or Third Thursday Mixer, or to donate a raffle prize, please contact
Ashley von Gremp
or call the Chamber at (949) 496-1555.
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Located in the beautiful Dana Point Harbor, the Dana Point Turkey Trot is celebrating its 40th year! Our flat, scenic race features a 10k, 5k and Kids Gobble Wobble. Join us on Thanksgiving Day and give yourself an excuse for an extra piece of pie!
November 23, 2017 at 6:00AM to 12:00PM
Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point, CA
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Don't let its name fool you. Monarch Beach Market is much more than a traditional grocery store and deli. The upscale coastal-themed market with fine food, wine and craft beer on tap recently opened an indoor dining area featuring two HD flat screen TV's with sports and children's programming. A new outdoor, dog friendly patio space in two separate sections is now completed.
Monarch Beach Market is located in the Monarch Beach Promenade shopping center at 24040 Camino del Avion in Dana Point.
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During the Prado West construction, Pacific Coast Highway and Del Prado shops, restaurants, and businesses are open!
Visit the
Development Pipeline site for updates on development in Dana Point, or give us a call at the Chamber at (949) 496-1555 with any questions.
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2017 International Coastal Cleanup Day Salt Creek Beach Park
On Sept. 16, Surfrider Foundation chapters and clubs across the country will participate in International Coastal Cleanup Day (ICCD). In partnership with volunteer organizations and individuals around the globe, Surfrider engages people to remove trash from the world's beaches waterways, identify the sources of debris, and change the behaviors that cause marine debris in the first place.
Saturday, September 16th 9:00am-12:00pm
Check in starts at 8:30am
FREE parking passes and c
lean up supplies will be provided.
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South Orange County Job Fair
Outlets at San Clemente has partnered with four local Chambers of Commerce, including San Clemente, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel and San Juan Capistrano to hold a job fair with more than 75 South Orange County businesses and Outlets at San Clemente tenants participating. More than 1,500 full-time, part-time and seasonal positions will be available to fill. Applicants are encouraged to bring pens and multiple copies of their resume or work history. Professional attire is strongly recommended.
Thursday, September 21st
12:00pm-4:00pm
Outlets at San Clemente
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa
San Clemente, CA 92673
Members of the general public, looking to attend the event, can visit ShopOSC.com/Careers to learn more about the event as well as view the open positions available at our center.
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Please join the Dana Point Historical Society in celebrating their 30th Anniversary with their Cruise Into History!
Wednesday, September 27th at 5:00pm
On the Dana Pride at Dana Wharf
Appetizer Buffet & Vignettes
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Coffee & Conversation with Executive Director Chris Andersen
Join us for a wonderful opportunity to learn and grow.
-Wednesday, September 27th 10:00am-11:00am
-Wednesday, October 25th 10:00am-11:00am
Crestavilla Showroom
Lunch & Learn
Friends and neighbors are welcome!
-Wednesday, October 4th 12:00p,-2:00pm
Doug Graham, The Retiree's Resource
Network Downsizing Made Easy
El Niguel Country Club
Free Flu Shots
Provided by Healthy Living Pharmacy in the Crestavilla Showroom
-Tuesday, September 19th 12:00pm-2:00pm
-Tuesday, September 26th 12:00pm-2:00pm
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"Laughs for Leathernecks" Comedy Show to Benefit 5th Marine Regiment
A star-studded line-up of national touring comedians are coming together on Monday, October 2nd at the Irvine Improv to host the Fifth Annual Laughs for Leathernecks, a benefit "fun-d raiser" for the Dana Point 5th Marines Regiment Support Group (DPMRSG).
The public is invited to attend and/or sponsor a Marine for an evening out by visiting the
DPMRSG website and purchasing tickets. The DPMRSG goal is to treat 125 Marines and their guests to a night of camaraderie and comedy and are asking members of the community to "Sponsor a Marine" as there are still Marines waiting who would like to attend.
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Hunger Walk 30 Year Anniversary
The Annual FAM Hunger Walk fundraiser is a fun walk beginning and ending at the San Clemente Community Center. The FAM Board of Directors and staff invite you to participate in our Walk by signing up and helping us raise money, becoming an official sponsor or making a donation.
For nearly 30 years this walk has raised funds to help prevent hunger and homelessness in Orange County. In 2017 we aim to gather more people than ever to raise money for those FAM serves.
Come join our 30th year as we walk to end hunger in South Orange County!
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iHope Golf Classic
Join us for a charity golf tournament, benefitting our working poor, at-risk and homeless populations.
Monday, October 16th
Bella Collina San Clemente
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1st Annual COA Golf Tournament
100% of the proceeds go to Community Outreach Alliance, a non-profit organization focused on providing activities for the youth in our community.
Monday, October 30th
Bella Collina Golf Resort
San Clemente, CA
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Rescue to Restoration Dinner
The Rescue to Restoration Dinner is to help us open a home in Southern California to provide safety and security to American children that have been victimized by sex trafficking.
Come hear about our future plans and the care and services that Together Freedom provides for the children we rescue.
November 4th, 2017
Bella Collina Resort
San Clemente, CA
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Thursday September 14th
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Friday September 15th
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Saturday September 16th
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Sunday September 17th
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Tuesday September 19th
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Thursday September 21st
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Saturday September 23rd
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Monday September 25th
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Wednesday September 27th
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Thursday September 28th
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Friday September 29th
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Saturday September 30th
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Chamber Seeks Hosts for Networking Events
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Looking to get more people through your doors? We are currently searching for hosts for 2017 Networking at Noon dates, and have already begin to book our Third Thursday Mixers for 2018! Hosting an event allows you to promote your company/venue to business leaders in Orange County. It is a fantastic networking opportunity and is a great way to showcase your services first-hand to fellow Chamber members.
Donating a raffle prize is also a great way to market your business. When you donate to our Third Thursday Mixer raffle, you will have your logo, linked to your website, featured in our e-blasts!
For more information on hosting an event or donating a raffle prize, please send us an email or call (949) 496-1555
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Chamber of Commerce
Scholarship Fund
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The Dana Point Chamber members are committed to continued education, not just for current business owners but also for future entrepreneurs. That's why we've created scholarships for Dana Hills High School students.
Over the past three years we have donated $19,000 to Dana Hills High School students and next year we'd like to support even more students and we need your help! Help us reach our goal of
$5,000 to help five students! Pledge a donation to the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce for the Dana Hills High School Awards Program. Awards are presented at the Dana Hills High School Senior Awards ceremony.
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THANK YOU TO
OUR CHAIRMAN CIRCLE SPONSORS
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If you are interested in supporting our business community, join the Dana Point Chairman's Circle! Please contact
Ashley von Gremp for more information.
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