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Happy Spring!
The Chamber event season has begun in Ramona, and we are two months into our membership year.
If you have not renewed your membership, your benefits have ended but it's not too late! Did you know we have a monthly payment option? Just call the office at 760-789-1311 to set it up.
Don't miss out on all the benefits membership has for your small business:
- Free advertising on social media
- Free advertising in the Ramona Sentinel (certain restrictions apply)
- Free listings in the website directory and e-newsletter
- Discounts on vendor and fees, including networking mixers and sponsorships
- Business referrals, member-to-member discounts, and business card display
- Access to training, advocacy efforts, and the chance to join the Board of Directors
- Social Media follows/visits/content interactions/etc
- and more!
Call the Chamber now at 760-789-1311 or log into your member page on our website at https://tinyurl.com/RamonaMemberAccountLogin to renew your membership and all your benefits will be reinstated.
Thank you very much!
| | LIVE Lunch with the Chamber | | We had some great Facebook Live Lunch with The Chamber Facebook interviews last month! Click on the photo to play the video on Facebook to learn more about these awesome members! | | | |  | Ramona Food & Clothes Closet | | | |
If you are a current Chamber member and are interested in being featured on a LIVE with the Chamber broadcast, let us know! We are currently booking dates in March 2025!
An extra benefit is being featured in an advertisement in the Ramona Sentinel the week after broadcast.
Here are our scheduled Facebook Live events next month:
- 2nd: Cheers to the Valley
- 9th: Marci McKown/Barona Speedway
- 16th: Rustic Interiors/Uptown Boutique
- 23rd: Sustainable Ramona
- 30th: Bodie Integrative Health and Wellness
If you have to cancel a date, please let us know ASAP so we can schedule another member. Thank you!
After our Facebook live broadcast, we stop into a local business (current members only) with Joe Stupar, our executive director and Kristina Ramirez of Ramona Roots Photography and Social Media as customers to show off their products and/or services in the shop. We hope this entices people to stop in and support our local, small businesses!
Here are the businesses we visited last month on Instagram (click on link to watch on IG):
Be sure to follow both our social media pages for the most up to date information @RamonaChamberCA
|   | | We'd like to offer a big WELCOME to our NEW MEMBERS! | | Thank you so much for your continued support! | |
- Best Care Pharmacy
- Black Widow Diesel
- Complete Property Improvements, INC
- Cricket Wireless - Simple Wireless
- Edward Jones Debra Meskell
- Elliott Pond
- First Congregational Church
- Freeman's Construction Inc
- Gerald P Cote CPA APC
- Glen's Garage Doors
- Jensen Realty Group
- Jewelry World and Loan
- Kamps Propane
- Kit Fox Outfitters, LLC
- Kraken Brittle Company
- Lemurian Fellowship
- Linda S. Glau, CPA
- Malcolm J. Boykin, D.D.S., Inc
- Manzanita Hollow
- Montessori Children's House
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- Oakwood Escrow
- Operation Love Global
- Rachel's Cafe and Eatery
- Ramona Auto Parts NAPA
- Ramona Eye Care Optometry
- Ramona Real Estate Association
- Ramona Real Estate Brokerage
- Ramona Senior Center
- Rancho Land Co.
- Ransom Brothers Lumber & Supply Co.
- RE/MAX Direct - Jan Ryan
- Senor Wooffle
- Stotz Equipment
- Thoroughbred Motors
- TrueCare
- VCA Adobe Animal Hospital
- Victory Millworks
- Wades Tool Trade LLC
- Woof'n Rose Winery
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April Member Highlight: Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary & Cremation Service
Proudly serving Ramona, Julian, and surrounding communities since 1968, Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary & Cremation Service is a family-owned and operated business committed to compassionate, personal service. They offer affordable cremation and burial arrangements, pre-planning, and cemetery markers, while also honoring and serving our veterans. Their caring staff is dedicated to guiding families through one of life’s most difficult times with kindness and support.
A Ramona Chamber member since 2002, they remain a trusted part of our community, and we sincerely thank them for their dedication and long-time membership! 💙
Learn more: tinyurl.com/BonhamBrosStewartMortuary Miembro a quien le ponemos reflo en abril: Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary & Cremation Service
Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary & Cremation Service, que presta servicios con orgullo a Ramona, Julian y las comunidades aledañas desde 1968, es una empresa familiar comprometida con un servicio compasivo y personal. Ofrecen servicios de cremación y entierro asequibles, planificación previa y lápidas en el cementerio, al mismo tiempo que honran y sirven a nuestros veteranos. Su atento personal se dedica a guiar a las familias a través de uno de los momentos más difíciles de la vida con amabilidad y apoyo.
Como miembro de la Cámara de Comercio de Ramona desde 2002, siguen siendo una parte confiable de nuestra comunidad, ¡y les agradecemos sinceramente su dedicación y su membresía de larga data! 💙
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It's a new membership year, here at the Chamber and we are so grateful for everyone that has already renewed!
If you would like to renew your membership, please contact the office at 760-789-1311 for details or log in to your existing membership account at: - Ramona Chamber of Commerce Member Account.
If you are interested in becoming a Chamber member, you can join by clicking the button below.
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Bob Krysak's, Opening a Small Business in Ramona Message
| | "Opening a small business is not for the weak of heart." "There are a myriad of tasks and hoops to jump through before..." | | 2025 Ramona Chamber Community Event Schedule | | |
The April Chamber Networking Mixer will be at Rustic Interior and Uptown Boutique. This Spring Fling themed mixer will be held in the alley between the two stores.
652 Main St (
Thursday, April 17th from 5:30pm - 8pm
While you're there, be sure to drop your business card for a chance to win $100! (Must be present to win).
All current members have a chance at winning a $1,000 rollover jackpot! (Must be present to win)
Please RSVP by sending an email to rccstaff@ramonachamber.com.
Promote your business by donating for the Opportunity Drawings! All donations are greatly appreciated. We are happy to accept baskets along with individual items or gift certificates. You can drop off items at our office Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3 pm or Friday from 9 am - noon up until the day of the event!
Would you like to host a Networking Mixer? We currently have the months of August and September available. They happen on the third Thursday of the month from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
Hosting a mixer is an incredible opportunity to promote your business and connect with fellow members of the community!
Who can host? Current Chamber members who want to showcase their business to other local business owners, managers, and employees.
Please contact us at 760-789-1311 or email rccstaff@ramonachamber.com for more details. Don’t miss this chance to shine a spotlight on your business!
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Cheers to the Valley is happening THIS WEEKEND!
April 5, 2025 from 12pm - 4pm at the beautiful Begent Ranch! - 18528 Highland Valley Rd
Join us for a day of:
Delicious small catered bites
Unlimited wine tasting from local wineries
Live music to set the perfect vibe
Craft vendors offering unique local goods
We have two levels of pre-sale tickets available this year!
$30 Non-Wine Experience - perfect for designated drivers and non-wine drinkers (yes, they exist). You can still enjoy the food, live music, and exclusive access to local vendors.
$50 Full-Wine Experience - all of the above plus unlimited wine tastings and complimentary stemless wine tasting glass!
Thank you to everyone who has already sponsored!
Kevin Justice - Century 21 Affiliated
Comfort Bros Heating, Air & Plumbing
Karen Domnitz - Century 21 Affiliated
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On Saturday & Sunday, April 12-13, 2025, the Ramona Chamber of Commerce will present the Annual Ramona Open Studios Tour.
You will have a unique opportunity to visit with Ramona, CA artists in their private studios, while viewing their work.
This self-guided tour will meander through Ramona, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace from 10am – 4pm.
Pre-sale tickets are only $15 for the entire weekend! Sponsorships are NOW AVAILABLE! Thank You to everyone who has already sponsored!
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Coming up in May, 2025!
Sponsorships and vendor/restaurant applications are OPEN NOW!
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Member Events (non-music events)
| | Click on flyers for any applicable links or to enlarge. | | Disclaimer: the Ramona Chamber is not responsible for the flyer content submitted by the community. Contact the event coordinator with any questions. | | |
Life Line Screening will be performing a day of preventive health screenings at San Vicente Inn & Golf Resort on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This collaboration helps bring important health screenings to our community at an affordable price. The tests look to identify risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke and other serious illnesses.
Life Line Screening uses these non-invasive methods to get you lab-accurate results and recommendations you can review with your doctor.
You must pre-register. Appointments are limited, so please sign up now by calling 1-844-591-7160 or visit Life Line Screening’s website at https://www.llsa.social/hsca or text the word circle to 216-279-1607.
| | | Have a community event that you want to advertise, be sure to add it to our community calendar at Ramona Community Calendar! If you are a member, you can tag us on your social media post or email your flyer to rccstaff@ramonachamber.com | | Here are some local resources you may find helpful. for more resources, visit our "Resources" tab on our website RamonaChamber.com | | Scholarship Opportunities | | For more information, please visit their website at: https://www.sdcl.org/locations/28/ or follow the Friends of Ramona Library on social media at @friendsoframonalibrary | | Ramona Food Distributions | | |
Are you a non-profit member and are looking for volunteers? Let us know!
email us at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com or call 760-789-1311.
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Now Hiring in Ramona!
Check out the latest employment opportunities at RamonaJobs.com.
The latest companies that are hiring are:
The Gym Ramona*
Pal Passion for Adult Learning
Rachel's Cafe & Eatery *
Little Pathfinders Preschool *
Velocity Paintball Park*
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Please contact the employer directly for any updates.
Would your business like to add or update an existing job listing on our website? Just email us at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com
Jobs will remain on the list for 3 months unless you contact us before then.
Montecito High School students are looking for employment in Ramona. If you own a local business and are hiring, please contact them at: 760-787-4300. Thank you!(760) 787-4376
(760) 787-4300
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The following programs are offered for FREE to Ramona (one of only five (5) communities that can take advantage of these services).
The window of assistance is from April 1-11th) so don't delay!
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We include some updates regularly to ensure that new subscribers are aware of these opportunities. For more information, click on the link or graphic.
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SBA Microloans are available through certain nonprofit, community-based organizations which are experienced in lending and business management assistance. Individual requirements will vary.
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Do you know someone in need of food or other assistance? Please visit our community resources webpage, RamonaResources.com.
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Would you like to advertise your business in the monthly newsletter or on our social media? You don't need to be a member!
Please contact the Chamber Office at 760-789-1311 or rccstaff@ramonachamber.com for rates and more information.
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Did you love our new Christmas tree??? It was possible thanks to donations from people like you! 🎄
Although we haven't yet met our goal to cover the entire cost, the Chamber covered the remaining amount so we could all enjoy a well-deserved new tree!
We could really use your help to cover the cost. If you would like to contribute, you can name your price: donations can easily be made online (below). If you prefer to pay by phone or check, please contact our office. Many thanks those who have already contributed!
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✨ Let's keep the tradition alive! ✨
Our 4th of July fireworks display is a cherished tradition, but we need your help to make it happen. We rely 100% on donations to light up the sky and celebrate our independence in style.
Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Join us in continuing this beloved tradition by donating today. Together, we can ensure that the fireworks shine bright for years to come!
Help us light up the night sky on Independence Day and donate by clicking below.
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