JUNE 2022
News & Information
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Happy June!
It was great seeing everyone this past weekend at the Vista Strawberry Festival, thank you so much for joining us! We'll see you again on May 28, 2023! 🍓
We would like to give a berry special thank you to our sponsors, partners, vendors, runners, entertainers, and of course, attendees! Thank you for making it the best Strawberry Festival, ever!
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Our office will be closed this Friday, June 3, for a very well-deserved staff recovery day. We will be back on Monday at regular business hours. | |
Applications still open!
Applications are still open for the Small Business COVID-19 Grant Program.
If your business experienced economic losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you could be eligible to receive up to $25,000.
Read more about the eligibility and find the application using the link below.
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Vista Magazine Summer Issue
The Summer Issue of the Vista Magazine is out now! Learn about Vista businesses, access our members with the Business Directory, and use some coupons.
Stop by our office to get a copy, either in English or Spanish. Or read now online.
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Velocity, The Vista Chamber Podcast
Rachel continues to delight us with these interviews dedicated to highlighting the people making a difference in our community.
Last month we got to hear from Joe Henschel, from The Steeping Giant, on how his childhood has become a reality in the place that saw him grow up, Vista!
We also heard from County Supervisor, Jim Desmond. He shares with us his role in the community as County Supervisor and how exactly his career in public service go started.
Listen Now
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Rising Star Scholarship Honorees
Last month we were honored to award 20 Vista senior high school students at our annual Rising Star Scholarship Breakfast.
If you'd like to learn more about the students and the program read more below.
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Government Affairs Committee Meeting - June 2
Join us as we hear from the Vista Sheriff's Department on safety measures for businesses to take to prevent crimes.
We'll also receive updates from Federal, State, County, and City government.
Optional $7 lunch will be available.
RSVP
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Business Mixer - June 8
Enjoy the modern take on Mexican/Sinaloa food as well as the exciting cocktails and live music.
Network with professionals from all different kinds of industries, build relationships, and have fun!
Bring a raffle prize (value of at least $30) to get to speak about your organization and choose the winner!
RSVP
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Coffee & Conversation - June 15
Join Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld for a morning coffee at Cat & Craft Cafe. Enjoy the coffee and pastries while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Chamber members.
RSVP
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Thirsty Third Thursday - June 16
It’s Happy Hour with the Chamber! Join us for a networking event in a relaxed and fun atmosphere at Misadventure & Co. All Chamber members and future members are welcome, and we encourage you to bring a friend, colleague, or spouse as well! Cheers!
RSVP
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Lunch Mob - June 22
Join us at Swami's Cafe Vista for Lunch Mob!
Step away from work for an hour to enjoy lunch with other hardworking professionals and catch up with them.
Bring your business cards!
RSVP
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Join us to celebrate a dream come true! | |
WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS | |
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Want to Learn More About the Benefits Our Members Receive?
We welcome your inquiry to learn how we advocate for our members and market your businesses. Visit our website or contact our Membership Development Specialist, Paula Millis, at [email protected].
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BUSINESS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES | |
CalSavers Registration Deadline | Employers in California who employed an average of five or more employees must register with CalSavers by June 30, 2022 if they do not offer a qualified retirement plan. | |  |
Permanent Prescription Drop Boxes | Drop your old/expired prescription drug at one of the many permanent 'drop box' locations throughout North County. | | |
Small Business Resources, Personalized Learning, Coaching Events and More | Digital Ready is our free online curriculum designed to give small businesses the tools they need to succeed in today's digital world including personalized training and coaching events. | | | |
Abbott-LISC Initiative to Support Diverse Businesses in Health | Local Initiatives Support Corporation | There's an equity gap in the healthcare industry, and it goes beyond patient care. There's a need for greater diversity in the healthcare supply chain - the broad network of businesses that help create the technologies and products that we all depend on to live healthy lives. | | |
Landlord Incentive Program | Landlords - participate in programs that are helping Homeless Individuals, Families and Veterans overcome the challenges of homelessness and lead independent lives. According to the 2019 Regional Taskforce on the Homeless Point-in-Time Count in San Diego County, there are 8,102 homeless people in our region. Approximately 3,626 are sleeping in emergency shelters with 4,476 unsheltered. | | | |
Vista Chamber Members Discount
Vista Chamber Members can receive 20% off discount for rental of The Film Hub's meeting rooms and classrooms.
Don't miss out on this opportunity!
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June 3, 10, 17, 24 - Breathwork Class at Dimensional Fitness Concepts
Join Mary at Dimensional Fitness Concepts every Friday for an amazing Breath class. Clear the stress of the week!
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June 3 - Eppig Brewing 80's Prom Night
Dress in your best 80’s threads, embody your favorite Breakfast Clubber, and join us for a totally awesome night of music, flash-dancing, embarrassing photo booth moments, Saucey Mouths Pizza, bad hair, the crowning of a prom king & queen, and legal beer consumption.
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June 4, 11, 18, 25 - Vista Farmers Market
Enjoy the longest running farmers market in the county.
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June 4 - Paint & Sip at TERI Campus of Life
TERI brings all the necessary art supplies, a professional instructor, and the fun to bring out your inner artist.
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June 8 - 25 - Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella
From the creators of such Broadway classics as The Sound of Music, South Pacific and other favorites comes the San Diego Regional Premiere production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA.
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June 11 - Kids in the Garden Classes
Learn about Nature Drawing and Watercolors with Farmer Jones. Preregister [email protected]
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June 11 - Alley Art Festival
Join us for Alley Art Festival at the Green Oak Ranch for this FREE TO THE PUBLIC curated community art experience inviting audiences of all ages and demographics to participate in an inclusive art festival; diverse in opportunities to showcase artworks and connect through creativity.
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June 16 - Dinner and Magic Show at Wildwood Crossing & Cantina
Enjoy dinner (sold separately) starting at 5:30 pm followed by the most amazing Magic Show by Magician Anthony Hernandez Illusions. Limited Tickets Available. Call for Reservations $20. Call 760-758-1513
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June 17 - Vista Twilight Market at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
Vista Twilight Market is a night food and local market at the Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum. Held every 3rd Friday of each month at 5-9pm starting April 15th.
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June 18 - Pacifica Senior Living Summer Kick Off
This will be a fun filled event to kick off the summer with some live entertainment and much more! Where: 760 E Bobier Drive
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
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June 28 - The Official Blues Brothers Revue
Las Vegas performers Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty capture the infectious humor and unbridled spirit of the Blues Brothers who are backed by a powerhouse band delivering a show to remember.
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June 29 - ABBA-Mania
This rock musical will take you back in time to the disco era where the Swedish super group ruled the disco airwaves with their uplifting and dance-inducing super hits.
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