2025 Velocity Summer Internship Program | | |
Last week we hosted a reception for the participants of our 4th year of the Velocity Summer Internship Program. For over 8 weeks, these rising seniors from local high schools were interns at local businesses and organizations. These students were partnered with businesses based on their career goals ranging from childcare to dentistry to marketing and everything in between.
This program is a partnership between the Vista Chamber of Commerce and the Vista Unified School District.
| | | | Green Ribbon Cutting for Vista Library | |
Last week we celebrated the Vista Library with a ribbon cutting ceremony for obtaining their Green Business Certification from the City of Vista.
In partnership with the San Diego Regional Green Business Program, the City of Vista has created a local Green Business Network (GBN), to bring together businesses eager to promote sustainable stewardship. Learn more about this program here.
The Vista Library is open daily, visit them at 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Learn more about their programs here.
| | Reach out to Development Director Gumaro Escarcega at gumaro@vistachamber.org to learn more about membership at the Vista Chamber. | | | | | |
Join us for our second annual Vista's Fiestas Patrias, a vibrant celebration of Hispanic heritage!
LOOKING FOR FOOD AND CRAFT VENDORS!
Showcase the best of Hispanic culture!
When: Sunday, September 14 | 12:00 - 4:00pm
Where: Linda Rhoades Rec. Center | 600 N Santa Fe Ave.
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It's extremely important for us to hear from our members and from the community on what we're doing right.
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| | | | | Government Affairs Meeting - August 7 | |
This meeting will focus on the important work of updating the Chamber’s Public Policy Platform. This working session will allow us to review current priorities, discuss emerging issues, and identify key areas where our advocacy efforts should focus in the coming year. We'll also receive updated from our elected officials.
When: Thursday, August 7 | 12:00 - 1:30pm
Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.
Register now here.
| | | | Coffee & Conversation - August 20 | |
Do you prefer meeting people in a relaxed environment? Join us for a morning coffee while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Chamber members.
When: Wednesday, August 20 | 8:30 - 9:30am
Where: Cat & Craft Cafe | 3211 Business Park Dr.
Register now here.
| | | | Business Mixer - August 20 | |
Catch up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections. Enjoy live music from the Restless Natives!
When: Wednesday, August 20 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Arcadia Place Senior Living | 1080 Arcadia Ave.
Register now here.
| | | | Business Bites - August 27 | |
Enjoy their delicious food while you catch up with other professionals in the community and make new connections. Don't forget to bring your business cards!
When: Wednesday, August 27 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Where: Prohibition Brewing Company | 2004 E Vista Way
Register now here.
| | | | Member Orientation - August 28 | |
If you are new to the Chamber, or the new point of contact for your company, this reception is to welcome you and your associates!
When: Thursday, August 28 | 3:30 - 4:30pm
Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.
Register now here.
| | | | Vista Young Professionals Networking Night - August 28 | |
Meet young professionals in North County and network in a relaxed environment. We will have fun ice breaker activities and quick one-minute introductions with the whole group.
When: Thursday, August 28 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Coomber Craft Wines | 344 Main St.
Register now here.
| | | | Live Your Dream Awards: Applications Open | Every year, Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland awards educational grants to women, right here in our community, who face extraordinary hardships yet are determined to obtain the skills, training and education necessary to improve their employment status and standard of living for themselves and their families. Many of our awardees are single mothers attending local colleges. These cash awards are unique, in that they may be used to offset any costs associated with the recipient’s efforts to attain higher education including tuition, books, supplies, child care and transportation costs. Learn more and apply here. Sponsorship opportunities available. | | | | Meals for Hope: Every Meal Counts | |
As families prepare for a new school year, the need for consistency and care becomes even more important—especially for children experiencing homelessness. A warm, home-cooked meal at the end of the day offers comfort, stability, and the energy needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond. If cooking a meal isn’t possible, you can still support by donating gift cards or contributing through our website—every dollar helps us cover uncovered dates.
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| | | | Spent Fuel Solutions Webinar | |
Join Spent Fuel Solutions for an informational webinar with Dr. Sven Bader, Technical Consultant with Orano Federal Services. Learn more about Orano’s French and U.S. spent fuel reprocessing and recycling activities, as well as the status of the French repository program.
When: Wednesday, September 3 | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Zoom Link
Spent Fuel Solutions is a group of local governments, elected officials, utilities, environmental groups, labor leaders, Native American leaders, business organizations and other community members who support the relocation of spent nuclear fuel to a federally licensed facility.
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When: Tuesday, August 5 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Vista Civic Center | 200 Civic Center Dr.
Learn more here.
| | | | The Roadies Brewing Anniversary | |
When: August 8, 9, 10 | Times vary
Where: The Roadies Brewing | 1495 Poinsettia Ave. Ste. 148
Learn more here.
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When: Every Saturday | 8:00am - 12:00pm
Where: San Diego County Courthouse | 345 S Melrose Dr.
Learn more here.
| | | | Boys and Girls Club of Vista Back to School Community Event | |
When: Saturday, August 9 | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Where: Boys & Girls Club of Vista | 410 W California Ave.
Learn more and reserve your backpack here.
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When: Saturday, August 9 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Alta Vista Botanical Gardens | 1270 Vale Terrace Dr.
Water Is Wonderful – learn about VID – how do we use water? How can we save water? How can we have fun with water? Email farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com to pre-register for this month.
| | | | Summer Movies in the Park: Disney's Moana 2 | |
When: Saturday, August 9 | 7:00 - 10:00pm
Where: Brengle Terrace Park | 1200 Vale Terrace Dr.
All movies begin at dusk and are free. Tickets are not required.
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