Happy Thanksgiving from Our Chamber Family to Yours! | |
The Chamber staff would like to extend our deepest gratitude toward our growing network of members, advertisers and neighboring organizations. We thank you for your individual investments and efforts that help us move forward in our vision to create "A Thriving and United Oceanside". You play an important role in our economic status and the overall quality of life in Oceanside! Our community has shown true resilience and we know the work we are doing now is bringing a brighter future for all. We hope tomorrow brings you delicious food and great company. As a reminder, the Chamber offices will be closed November 24th - November 25th. Happy Thanksgiving from our Chamber family to yours! | |
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December's Emerging Issues Forum to Feature Annual Oceanside Economic Development Update
Thursday, December 1, 2022
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PST
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
928 N Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA 92054
Join us at the Chamber's monthly Emerging Issues Forum for our annual Oceanside Economic Development Update. Oceanside's Economic Development Manager, Michelle Geller, will provide an update on the exciting new businesses that have recently made Oceanside their home, as well as insight into some of the new projects we can expect to see in the near future.
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Celebrate the Holiday Season with Community Leaders at the Chamber's Holiday Mixer
Thursday, December 15, 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PST
El Camino Country Club
3202 Vista Way
Oceanside, CA 92056
You're invited to the Chamber's Annual Holiday Mixer on Thursday, December 15th from 5 PM to 7 PM at El Camino Country Club. This is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with North County's business community. Additionally, we'll be collecting toys to donate. Recieve 1 raffle ticket per donation. Don't forget to wear your Ugly Sweater contest for a chance to win prizes. A cash bar and complimentary appetizers will be available as well. The cost is $10 for Chamber members and $20 for Prospective Members.
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Chamber CEO Included in San Diego Business Journal’s SD 500 List
Oceanside Chamber CEO Scott Ashton was recognized this week in the Sxan Diego Business Journal's list of the top 500 most influential people in San Diego. Ashton was recognized for his work in in leading "one of the most politically influential business associations in San Diego County". It was also noted that the Chamber is an active voice on policy issues impacting the Oceanside business community, specifically supporting workforce housing and workforce development initiatives.
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Join the Oceanside Chamber as a Kindness Certified Company | |
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We are thrilled to share that the Oceanside Chamber is now officially recognized as a Kindness Certified Chamber of Commerce! We are proud and excited to join other like-minded Chambers and companies to demonstrate our visionary leadership, elevate kindness in business and honor our members who are good to their people, community, planet and world.
If you believe your company makes a positive difference, we invite you to become an official Kindness Certified Company. In addition to many Kindness Certified Company program benefits, our Chamber will honor your company by featuring you on a dedicated page on our website, recognize you in the online and print business directory and much more!
Learn more and sign up below! We hope you do!
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Best of Oceanside Stay and Play Local Spotlight: Booze Brothers
In 2008, two brothers, David and Donny Firth, discovered that beer was not only something you drink, but something you can brew. The “hobby” quickly outgrew their garage and, in 2013, the brothers relocated to Vista, CA. By 2017, their beer was being distributed by Karl Strauss, Northern California’s Gyser Distribution, and Oregon’s Upstanding Distribution. They added a private event space, The Wood Shed, and an onsite canning line. In 2020, Booze Brothers opened an Oceanside tasting room and by 2021, claimed a second event space,The Vistonian, in downtown Vista and a third taproom at The Mill in Fallbrook, CA. Booze Brothers Brewing Co. focuses on innovative “classic” beers, with a portfolio of West Coast IPAs, Pale Ales, Wheat beers, Ambers, Browns and Stouts.
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Best of Oceanside: Celebrating Creative Talent in Our Community | Luz Helena Thompson
Luz Helena S. Thompson is an artist, teacher, and also serves on the City Of Oceanside's Arts Commission. You can see her work on view in Pop Smoke: A Veteran Art Exhibition at Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA).
Luz Helena Thompson is a self-taught artist and Marine Corps Veteran. Design, art and creative expression have always been an important part of her life. Best known for her intricate mosaic glass work, Thompson has created several large murals throughout San Diego County. Her artwork process requires meticulous attention to detail, time and patience. Anywhere from 40-120 hours of work go into creating a mosaic. This kind of artwork challenges Thompson to create something beautiful from brokenness.
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Registration Open for Oceanside's Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Morning
Recognized as one of the Top Trots in the country by Runner’s World Magazine and the Los Angeles Times, the trot attracts visitors from 46 States and 460 cities and benefits the Move Your Feet Before You Eat!® foundation.
Registration for 2022 is open! We invite you to come “move your feet before you eat” this Thanksgiving at Oceanside’s 17th Annual Turkey Trot 5-mile or 5K run/walk. Register & join one of the fastest-growing holiday traditions. Be sure to bring the entire family, as there will be races for everyone. The event offers a costume contest, the largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course, and finisher medals for all participants. Free digital photos, medals, shirts, and live results to all registered participants. The event has raised over $420,000 for non-profits that serve O’side residents.
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MainStreet Oceanside's 6th Annual Sip and Shop Downtown Oceanside
Small Business Saturday, November 26, 2022
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Oceanside,
Join MainStreet Oceanside as they kick off the Sixth Annual ’Tis the Season to Shop Local with this walkable Downtown Oceanside shopping experience. On Small Business Saturday, enjoy 19 tastings from your favorite Oceanside breweries, wineries and craft beverage makers while you explore 18 Downtown shops, enjoy in-store specials and listen to live holiday music. Participate in the Oceanside Holiday Challenge along the way for a chance to win local prizes. For $30 in advance or $35 the day of, you'll receive 1- to 3-ounce tastes of local beer, wine, coffee, tea, craft cocktails or spirits.
Online ticket sales end at midnight Friday, Nov. 25. Starting at 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 26, you can buy tickets at check-in at the Oceanside Civic Center Fountain. Ticket sales and check-in end by 2 p.m. Come sip, shop and support local!
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Hone Your Business Acumen with Free Professional Development Training
Our chamber partner, the Small Business Development Center, is hosting two, free professional development webinars that will set yourself up for small business/freelance success in 2023…and end the year strong. “Get Set Up for Success in 2023” is 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dec. 14th.
Then, at 1 p.m. the same day, join their “HR Power Hour” to ask your human resources-related questions in a public forum and get answers from a local HR expert. Register here. Are you looking for one-on-one business coaching? Schedule your power hour with a SCORE Mentor at our Chamber in person from 9 a.m. to Noon Jan. 10. Register by emailing duane.trombly@scorevolunteer.org.
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The Society of Human Resource Management “Best Practices in Employee Wellness”
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
9:00 AM
Online Event
The Society of Human Resource Management is hosting a free webcast on “Best Practices in Employee Wellness”. A new study by Returns on Wellbeing Institute uncovered six best practices that wellness programs can embrace to achieve better employee health outcomes and measurable business returns. The study, which was sponsored by Wellness Council of America (WELCOA), examined how 18 award-winning wellness programs incorporate these best practices to maximize their whole-person wellness initiatives. SHRM Certification has approved this webcast for 1 PDC toward SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP recertification.
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CSUSM, College of Business Administration-Senior Experience Business Expo & Trade Show
Thursday, December 15, 2022
6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Thermo Fisher Scientific
5823 Newton Dr.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, Carlsbad. This semi-annual trade show will showcase 30+ senior business student group projects! Attendees are invited to visit team booths to learn about students' final research projects which provide solutions for sponsoring business organizations! The business community is also invited to attend the CoBA Business Networking Reception prior to the Senior Experience Trade Show! Join your fellow business professionals and graduating students for a discussion of ideas, innovation, and improvement of the local business region. This event is FREE for all attendees and open to the public!
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Toasted Gastrobrunch & Dinner Grand Opening Celebration
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Toasted Gastrobrunch + Dinner
339 N Cleveland St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
You're invited to come #GetToasted at Toasted Gastrobrunch & Dinner on Tuesday, November 29th from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. The unforgettable Vegas lunch experience in now available in Oceanside. Come help us welcome them to our community! This event is free to the public, so bring a friend!
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No Cost Tips to Save Energy and Money
(Source: SDG&E) - Looking for ways to save on your energy bill? Check out these energy tips that don’t cost you a thing.
1. Talk with your family, friends and neighbors to find out how they conserve energy. This can help you identify additional things you can do in your home to save. You may discover hidden energy costs, figure out how to eliminate them and learn from each other's good habits.
2. If you have a second refrigerator, unplug it when it’s not in use. (Save up to $155/year)An older refrigerator uses nearly twice as much energy as new efficient models. You pay more to run your spare, older appliance than your primary one in the kitchen. If you only need the extra space around the holidays or you're a renter and can't recycle the landlord's refrigerator, simply unplug it when you don't need it.
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