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Chamber Launches New Quarterly Print Newsletter
After a hiatus of seven years, we have decided to print a copy of our newsletter again. Oceanside Quarterly, the Chamber's new printed quarterly report and newsletter, hit the streets this past Friday and will be mailed to members. Copies are being distributed around town and are available at the Chamber office, local businesses, libraries and other places. This edition featured the retirement of David Nydegger, the Candidates Forums, Measure MM, new and renewing members as well as Chamber and community events. To view this publication online click here.
11th Annual O’Side Turkey Trot sponsored by Pacific Credit Union
On Thanksgiving Day there will be two races that start at the Civic Center and finish at the Pier area along the Beach - a 10k or 5k run/walk that the community is invited to attend. Event offers a costume contest, largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course and finisher medals for all participants. Free digital photos to all registered participants. For more details on pricing, you can visit: http://osideturkeytrot.com/race-info/when-where/
Maximize Your Exposure through Web and Social Media
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
12:00 Noon - 1:30 PM
Oceanside Chamber
928 North Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA 92054
Learn how you can maximize your exposure on the web by taking simple steps to help us promote your business to the thousands of consumers that are connecting with us on the Chamber’s website and social media pages. Your Chamber membership includes numerous opportunities to get your name out to potential customers… and you don’t have to be a web expert to use our services. All attendees will have a chance to introduce themselves, and we’ll end the session with a brief time of networking. More Info and Registration.
Chamber Kicks Off Social Media/Digital Marketing Series
Is your business ready for 2017? Social media is a very important part of most every business and organization. Kick off the New Year with the Oceanside Chamber Social Media and Digital Marketing Seminar Series and Certification Program. The Chamber is offering a pre-certificate presentation this quarter. October 28th you can join us for our YouTube special presentation at 9-10:30 am. November we will have a Pinterest presentation. December we are presenting a FaceBook seminar. These presentations are a perfect way to get your business ready for the holidays. Deep discounts available for Oceanside Chamber Members. For more info and registration, visit www.socialmediachamber.com.
Rating the Candidates for Oceanside City Council on their “Business Friendliness”
At a candidates forum on September 27th sponsored by the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce’s Business and Community Political Action Committee (BACPAC), the candidates for Oceanside City Council were asked a series of 7 questions requiring a “yes” or “no” answers. This yes/no format was used to ensure that each candidate’s response was clear and could be impartially scored. These questions specifically related to business issues and were designed to evaluate a candidate’s “business friendliness”. Read More.
Help Local Military Families This Christmas
Sprit of Sharing, a local non-profit organization collects donations year round in person, by mail, and online, including automobile donations and other assets, to help our active duty military families throughout southern California each year during the holiday season.
Each year, during the Holiday Season, we share the gifts of caring and giving with those that often are the most deserving, yet the most in need of that assistance, help and support–our local military community.
Our Mission Statement: S.O.S. is a 501(c) (3) organization aimed at helping to provide a Christmas to those military families in Southern California who need some assistance in bringing the magic of the season into their lives. We accept drop off donations to our warehouse, now located at 1361 Rocky Point Drive Oceanside CA 92056.
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What is Blackhat SEO? And Why You Should Avoid It
(Source: Oceanside Chamber Blog, by Joey Dusina)
When it comes to SEO, Google has a list of do’s and don’ts of rules on what a website should and shouldn’t do online in order to increase its ranking. Blackhat SEO is the name given to a set of practices that try to manipulate the system and rank very quickly. These practices bend or break the search engine’s rules to increase their site’s ranking. Read More.
Legislative Recap: Hard-Won Gains for Employers in Some Areas Offset by More Costs in Others
(Source: CalChamber.com)
The California Chamber of Commerce had a mix of wins and losses for the legislative year; stopping dozens of harmful bills and helping to pass some bills that will increase certainty and reduce competitive disadvantages for California businesses. More Info.
CSUSM Taste for Student Success
A fundraiser for higher education
October 22, 2016
3 - 6 PM
California State University San Marcos
The 7th annual CSUSM CoBA fundraiser is Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 3 - 6 PM on the CSUSM campus, Markstein Hall Plaza. Event features Wine, Bee, Food, Music, Auction, Photo Booth. Event Website.
Looking For A Venue For Your Next Event!
QLN Conference Center Has 6 Rooms That Can Accommodate Any Size Event For Up To 700 People!Oceanside Chamber Members Receive 10% Discount On All Room Rentals!Plan Your Company Holiday Party, End Of The Year Employee Event, Sales Training, Appreciation Party, Or Company Event! Details.
Mixer at Canine Companions for Independence
Thursday, October 20, 2016
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Canine Companions for Independence
124 Rancho Del Oro Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92057
Join us for our October Mixer at Canine Companions for Independence. Enjoy delicious food and a no-host bar, as well as some great prizes.
If you have a door or raffle prize to donate, please contact Event Coordinator Kristi Hawthorne at Kristi@OceansideChamber.com or 760-722-1534 ext 104. Proceeds will benefit Canine Companions for Independence. Cost of admission is $5 for Oceanside Chamber Members (Pre-Paid online) or $10 at the Door. Non-Member price is $20. More Info and Registration.
16th Annual Dia De Los Muertos Festival-Mission and the Community unite to keep Dia in Oceanside
Community organizers came together to keep the Dia de los Muertos Festival in Oceanside. Spearheaded by many and headed by Cathy Nykiel, Dave Mears of Legendary Event Management and Chema and Manuel Navarro of Por Siempre Car Club, the festival will continue this tradition in Oceanside at the Old Mission San Luis Rey again for its 16th celebratory year. Working with the Mission’s CEO, Kathleen Flanagan, they were able to ensure that the celebration took place again this year at Oceanside’s jewel, the King of the Missions. Read More.
The City of Oceanside is preparing a General Plan Update, the first phase of which involves two new General Plan elements addressing economic development and energy/climate action. The Economic Development Element will establish policies that support existing businesses, invite new businesses, facilitate employment readiness, promote job growth, and stimulate the expansion of commercial services. The Energy/Climate Action Element will outline policies that encourage energy efficiency, renewable energy, alternative transportation, urban forestry, local food sourcing, water conservation, and other sustainable practices. We need your input! Public Workshops will be held October 19 & October 27 at 5:30 in the City Council Chambers at 300 N. Coast Highway.
Enjoy Oceanside's Amazing Restaurants While Networking with Chamber Members
Small Group Networking through the Chamber's "Plates for 8" program is one of the most popular avenues for members to network and gain exposure for their businesses. A Plates for 8 event provides a chance for 8-12 Chamber Members to join for a meal and learn more about each other’s businesses. Upcoming Dates (RSVP's Required):
Thursday, October 27th, 11:30am, 608 Restaurant, RSVP to Kierstin at Kierstin@OceansideChamber.com
Friday, November 4th, 11:30am, Lighthouse Fish & Seafood Market, RSVP to Scott at Scott@OceansideChamber.com
Thursday, November 17th, 11:30am, Fratelli's Italian Kitchen, RSVP to David Zumaya at Membership@OceansideChamber.com
More Plates for 8 dates at www.Platesfor8.com.
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