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August 2024 e-news

Whew! What a month we had! We hope you all enjoyed the July 4th Family Picnic & Fireworks, Cheers to the Valley, and the Ramona Country Fair!

Thank you to everyone who sponsored, volunteered, donated, and attended these events! Because of you, we are able to provide fun, family -friendly events year after year and continue our Ramona Scholarship Fund!

Congratulations to David Nielsen for winning the 4th of July Opportunity Drawing for the shed!

Watch the 2024 Ramona Fireworks on our Facebook page by clicking the button below.

Thank you to everyone who made the 2024 Cheers to the Valley a success!

You can watch a short reel from Ramona Roots on our Instagram page below, courtesy of Ramona Roots.

The 2024 Ramona Country Fair was so much fun!

You can see some images from the 3-day event on our website (on the bottom of the page).

Now it's time to gear up for the Ramona Motorcycle Rally and the Merchant's Safe Trick or Treat in October! More information on those events on our website.

LIVE Lunch with the Chamber

If you are a current Chamber member and are interested in being featured on a LIVE Lunch broadcast, let us know! We are currently booking dates in January 2025!

An extra benefit is being featured in an advertisement in the Ramona Sentinel the week after broadcast.

Here are our scheduled August Facebook Live events:

• 7th: WOW Automotive & Alignment
• 14th: Sugar Bush Ranch
• 21st: Victory Millworks
• 28th: The Treekeeper

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 during the month of July on IG:

• San Diego Country Estates
• D’Carlos Restaurant
• Correcaminos Vineyard - Cheers to the Valley
• Ramona Country Fair
• Ramona Country Bakery

Be sure to follow both our social media pages for the most up to date information @RamonaChamberCA

*** New Members ***

We'd like to offer a big WELCOME to our NEW MEMBER!

*** Renewing Members *

Thank you so much for your continued support!

• Gathering Blue Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
• Turquoise Barn Cider
• Cafe' Loteria
• Ramona H.E.A.R.T. Mural Project Corp
• Amazing Fries and More
• Ramona Pony Baseball
• W. T. Kirkman Lanterns

Monthly Member Highlight

🌟 This Month's Member Highlight: VCA Adobe Animal Hospital! 🌟

VCA Adobe Animal Hospital has been a valued member of the Chamber since 1988! They have been a pillar of support for local families and their beloved pets. Offering a comprehensive range of services from boarding and grooming to various surgical and medical care, their team ensures your furry friends receive the best possible treatment.

VCA Adobe Animal Hospital is proud to collaborate with esteemed organizations such as the San Diego Police Foundation, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Chihuahua Rescue, and the Pet Project Foundation.

Join us in celebrating their dedication and commitment to pet care! 🐾❤️

For more info/para más información: https://tinyurl.com/VCAAdobeAnimalHospital

Bob Krysak's Monthly President's Message

"As you all know, we have a thriving winery and music scene in Ramona, presently separated because of existing zoning laws. We are all working together to..."

2024 Chamber Events

Networking Mixers

The August networking mixer will be at Manzanita Hollow!

Embrace the charm of summer with an evening filled with rustic elegance at Manzanita Hollow's beautiful barn venue. Enjoy a delightful evening of networking, entertainment, and community spirit!

Don's miss this rustic, country-themed networking mixer!

Date: Thursday, August 15th

Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Manzanita Hollow - 17588 Oak Hollow Rd

What to Expect:

• Delicious Snacks and Drinks: Enjoy a variety of refreshments while you mingle.

• Opportunity Drawings: Enter for a chance to win amazing prizes, including $100 cash! Current members are automatically entered into our $1,000 rollover jackpot! Remember, you must be present to win any opportunity drawing, cash, or jackpot.

• Fun, social interactions with Ramona's small business community.

Promote Your Business: Donate items for our Opportunity Drawings! We are accepting baskets, items, or gift certificates. To contribute, drop off your donations at our office Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 4 PM. Please call us at 760-789-1311 before stopping by as we may be out serving the community.

Thank you to those who have already donated!

• Amber Ramirez - Farmers Insurance Agent
• Law Office of Barry Pasternack
• Ramona Disposal
• Velocity Paintball Park
• Wow Automotive & Alignment

Don’t miss out on this fantastic evening of networking, prizes, and fun. We look forward to seeing you there!



Please RSVP by sending an email to rccstaff@ramonachamber.com.

If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 760-789-1311 or email us at rccstaff@ramonachamber.com. Looking forward to a fantastic event!

2024 Mixers

Member Classes

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.

Member Events for Kids

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

Music Scene

Ongoing Events

Brunch

Save the Date

Library Events

For more information, pleasevit their website at: https://www.sdcl.org/locations/28/ or follow the Friends of Ramona Library on social media at @friendsoframonalibrary

Member Announcements

Guy B. Woodward Museum

Ramona Food Distributions & Blood Drives

Check the Feeding San Diego and San Diego Food Bank websites for any changes to the schedule.

Check the San Diego Blood Bank and American Red Cross websites for any changes to the schedule.

Travel

Volunteer Opportunties

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.

Now Hiring

Now Hiring in Ramona!

Check out the latest employment opportunities at RamonaJobs.com.

The latest companies that are hiring are:

• K2 Auto Detailing *
• Angel Eye Private Security *
• San Diego Country Estates *
• Frye Mechanical *
• Hague Quality Water *
• Marinade on Main *
• Main Street Coffee *

*Current Chamber members

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.

Ramona Unified School District WorkAbility I (WAI) program

Ramona Unified School District WorkAbility I (WAI) program

Do you need employees? The Ramona Unified School District WorkAbility I (WAI) program Is looking for potential job sites for student workers.

WorkAbility is a partnership program that helps high school students with disabilities transition successfully to adult life. It provides assistance to students who lack the confidence or ability to compete for jobs on their own. With the support of trained job placement specialists and participating businesses, these students grow in confidence, skills and work maturity which will greatly enhance their ability to develop into permanently employed citizens.

Interested? Questions? Please Contact Jodi Chapp, Career Specialist, Ramona High School at 760-787-4024 or jchapp@ramonausd.net.

Fundraisers

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=HDXXJADK845TE

Venmo: @Ltkept

The Chamber Corner

We include some updates regularly to ensure that new subscribers are aware of these opportunities. For more information, click on the link or graphic.

• 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.

Medium-and-Heavy-Duty Alternative Fuel Vehicle and infrastructure programs in the state of California

Local Advertising

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.

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!

$1,000+ sponsors will be listed on a plaque that will be hung at the tree every year (and on display at the Chamber office the rest of the year).

Many thanks to our annual sponsors!