Vista Magazine Winter Issue Out Now! | | |
The online version of the Winter edition of Vista Magazine is here! ❄️✨
Cozy up with our newest issue and catch up on everything happening around Vista. From big community updates and holiday happenings to spotlights on incredible local businesses like Coomber Craft Wines, Harvest Kitchen, North County Ford, Vista Village Pub, God’s Heart Ministry/Las Valientes, Oscar’s Meat Pie Shack, VUSD’s Green Initiatives, and GoBeRewarded Marketing Agency.
There’s so much to explore, and it’s all just a click away!
| | | | Revista Vista Edición de Invierno | Ponte cómodo con nuestro último número y ponte al día con todo lo que ocurre en Vista. Desde grandes novedades comunitarias y eventos navideños hasta protagonismos en increíbles negocios locales como Coomber Craft Wines, Harvest Kitchen, North County Ford, Vista Village Pub, God's Heart Ministry/Las Valientes, Oscar's Meat Pie Shack, VUSD's Green Initiatives y GoBeRewarded Marketing Agency. | | 67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade | |
Join us for the 67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade! With this year's theme, "Rockin' Around Vista", we're highlighting the songs that make the holiday season magical!
Thank you to our sponsors and partners: City of Vista, North County Ford, Children's Paradise, and Fix Auto Vista!
Grand Marshal
Our Grand Marshal this year is Eric Weirather, who has served as the Band Director at Rancho Buena Vista High School for over 25 years! Under his leadership, the music programs at RBV consistently rank among the top in California.
| | | Parade staging information will go out this week to participants. Keep an eye out for an email from us! | | | | Workforce/Education Committee Tours Watkins Wellness to Learn About Workforce Needs | |
Our Workforce/Education Committee had the chance to tour Watkins Wellness Manufacturing this past Wednesday, and it was an incredibly insightful visit. The Watkins team shared their current workforce needs and connected with leaders from our local educational institutions to explore future collaboration.
Read more here.
If you’d like to be part of our Workforce/Education Committee, reach out to Workforce Coordinator Koko Rapoport at workforce@vistachamber.org to get involved.
| | 2026 Labor Law Notices Request | |
Labor law posters are the mandated state and federal employment law notices that employers with at least one employee or more are required to conspicuously post in an area frequented by all employees. Failure to display the correct state and federal employment law notices can result in penalties, fines and lawsuits
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Vista Chamber members can order directly from us at a discounted price. Order by December 14 to receive by January. Place your orders here.
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Book your holiday party with Handel’s or grab our Pick-Up Sundae Bar for an easy, crowd-pleasing treat.
Holiday Flavors Returning Soon:
Peppermint Bark • Eggnog • Gingerbread Cookie+ more
Leave dessert to us! Your guests will be raving about the ice cream for years to come!
| | On December 1st we launch a gift card promotion. For every $25 purchased on gift cards you receive a $5 holiday card to use in January. | | Civics Bee Regional Vista Competition | |
This annual initiative – now expanding to all 50 states in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 – invites middle school students to showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and build trust in others and institutions through a nonpartisan, multi-round competition.
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN NOW! Learn more and start the application process here.
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This Thanksgiving, we’re feeling especially grateful for our incredible Vista business community and the partnerships that make our city thrive. Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday filled with joy and connection!
The Vista Chamber office will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28.
| | We Want to Hear From You! | |
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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| | | | | Business Mixer - December 10 | |
Join us at North County Ford for our Holiday Business Mixer! Network and netweave with local business professionals from different industries throughout North County. Bring your ugliest Christmas sweater for an opportunity to win a special prize! Thank you to our food sponsor EDCO!
When: Wednesday, December 10 | 5:00 - 7:30pm
Where: North County Ford | 450 W Vista Way
Register here.
| | | | Lunch & Learn: The Role of AI in Human Resources - December 16 | |
In this interactive workshop, Scott Colgan from Paychex will explore how HR professionals and business leaders can harness AI responsibly and effectively.
When: Tuesday, December 16 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.
Learn more and register here.
| | | | Review Vista's Proposed Parks and Recreation Master Plan & Provide Your Input | The City of Vista is excited to share the draft Parks & Recreation Master Plan, a vision created with the community to guide park improvements, recreation experiences, and investments in the years ahead. This plan reflects hundreds of conversations, surveys, workshops, and ideas gathered from residents, youth, seniors, partners, and community organizations. Read the plan and share your comments here. | | | | Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 Grants | Verizon is awarding $10,000 to 50 small businesses just like yours. To become eligible to apply, you just have to complete 2 Digital Ready courses or events by 12/10/2025. Will you be the next recipient? Learn more here. | | | | Cozy Up To Fall: 10 Easy Energy-Saving Tips For Your Home | Use natural light. Take advantage of the sun’s natural heat by opening curtains and blinds during the day. This can help warm up your home without using extra energy. Find more energy-saving tips at sdge.com/SimpleSteps. | | Want your event to be featured? Submit them on our website here. | | | | |
When: Saturday, November 29 | 11:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Downtown Gazebo | 101 Michigan Ave.
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.
| | | | Booze Brothers Holiday Makers Market | |
When: Sunday, November 30 | 12:00 - 5:00pm
Where: Booze Brothers Vista | 2545 Progress St.
Learn more here.
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