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Weekly e-Newsletter
This Week's Live Lunch with the Chamber
Yesterday we visited with Nick Deseno at MJN Real Estate and we talked a bit about upcoming holiday events. Thanks to Nick for being such a great sport and playing Santa for us! See yesterday's Facebook video to learn more!
If you are a Chamber member and are interested in being featured on our LIVE Lunch, let us know; here are upcoming plans:

  • November 23: Prerecorded holiday feature
  • November 30: Santa!
  • December 7: Off the Vine Dining
  • December 14: Jac and Bell Marketing

If you would like to become a member, it's quick and easy to do online; if you encounter technical issues, or just prefer to pay by phone, please call us at 760-789-1311. Our office hours are open Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., though sometimes we are out serving the community.
Holiday Mixer
H5 Financial and Juanita L. Cox EA are hosting our Christmas mixer TONIGHT Thursday, November 17, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Attending a mixer is a great opportunity to have fun AND get exposure for your business!

If you unable to attend but want to participate, we are always happy to accept baskets, individual items, or gift certificates for our opportunity drawings. Just stop by our office by 4pm this afternoon.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend; you can email or call us at 760-789-1311.
Candlelight Christmas Dinner at the Museum!
New this year! We will be hosting our 1st Annual CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS DINNER on Saturday, December 3, at the Guy B. Woodward Museum during the Christmas Tree Lighting celebration!

Guests will enjoy a special “behind the scenes” celebratory dinner from Mamma Ramona's Italian Restaurant.

100% of the proceeds will go towards the purchase of a new town Christmas tree as well as help raise money for the Guy B Woodward Museum.
$2,500 Holiday Shopping Spree
The Ramona Chamber of Commerce will once again offer a $2,500 Ramona Shopping Spree to one local winner! Anyone who turns in receipts from Ramona businesses or services (zip code 92065) during the contest period will receive one drawing entry for every $100 in receipts turned in to the Chamber. Details can be found on our website.

Sponsorships are available: please let us know if you are interested! Thanks so much to our sponsors to date: Karen Domnitz / Century 21 Award and Krysak & Associates.

Christmas Tree Lighting Sponsorships
We are looking for sponsors to help spread the Christmas Spirit in Ramona! Thanks to the many individuals and businesses who have already signed up!
Top Sponsor
  • Barona Resort & Casino

Golden Ring Sponsors
  • Kamps Propane
  • Hague Quality Water

Calling Bird Sponsors
  • Range Wholesale Direct
  • Comfort Bros Heating and Air

French Hen Sponsors
  • Flex Systems USA
  • Ramona Real Estate Association
  • Karen Domnitz, Century 21 Award
  • Velocity Paintball
  • Rustic Interiors
  • Ramona Home Journal
  • Ramona Sentinel

Turtle Dove Sponsors
  • Lisa Andregg

Partridge In A Pear Tree Sponsors
  • Nathan Otto
Sponsorships provide great visibility for your business! You can download a form or pay for your sponsorship online (below). If you prefer to pay by phone (760-789-1311) or in person, let us know. Our office is open 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, although sometimes we are out serving the community.
New Members
We would like to offer a big welcome to the two new members that joined this week! Watch for announcements on our Facebook and Instagram pages:

  • Rosarito Friendship City Association
  • Summerland Laser Engraving
Government Updates

Please join Senator Brian Jones for a Senior Scam Stopper Seminar hosted by the California State Contractors Licensing Board, Department of Financial Protection & Innovation, and the Department of Insurance. This seminar is a great opportunity for you to learn about the valuable tools and information available to avoid scams that target seniors in our community.
 
Please RSVP HERE; or, if you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact Senator Jones at Senator.Jones@sen.ca.gov or by phone at 619-596-3136.

Community Events

  • 12/10 - Fundraiser Supporting Friendship City Programs and Baja California Spay Neuter Foundation at Rashelica Winery
To keep up on more local events, please follow our Ramona Events page on Facebook or visit RamonaEvents.com.
Now Hiring
Now Hiring in Ramona!

Would your business like to add or update an existing job listing on our website?

Or, do you know someone looking for a job?

Please visit RamonaJobs.com for details!
The Chamber Corner
We include some updates weekly to ensure that new subscribers are aware of these opportunities:

  • Small Business Stimulus Grant funding is available until it is exhausted, or 2024. Please answer these questions to determine your eligibility.
  • SBA Microloans are available through certain nonprofit, community-based organizations which are experienced in lending and business management assistance. Individual requirements will vary.
  • Do you know someone in need of food or other assistance? Please visit our community resources webpage, RamonaResources.com.
If you need more information or assistance, please visit our website at www.ramonachamber.com, call us at 760-789-1311, or email our Office Manager, Laura Leeman, at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com.

To keep up on current events and news, please Like or Follow us on Facebook or Instagram!
Many thanks to our annual sponsors!