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The Inaugural Vista Made Showcase aims to create a space for entrepreneurs to showcase all the incredible things created in Vista!
From large manufacturing businesses to the smallest homemade products, let's show what Vista is made of!
When: Wednesday, November 12 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Morris B. Vance Community Room | 200 Civic Center Dr.
Do you create a product in Vista that you want to showcase? Sign up today to join us!
| | | | Civics Bee Regional Vista Competition | |
We're proud to partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee to Vista for the 2025-2026 program year. 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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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2025 Meet the Leaders event!
We met and heard from Congressman Mike Levin, State Senator Catherine Blakespear, County Supervisor Jim Desmond, San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan, and Vista Mayor John Franklin.
See event pictures here.
| | | Hispanic Heritage Month: God's Heart Ministry/Las Valientes | |
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Vista Chamber of Commerce is proud to spotlight Latino owned businesses in our community. Today, we’re highlighting God's Heart Ministry/Las Valientes, where Ana Serrano is making an impact through their work and story.
Read the whole interview on our website here.
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Save the date and register now for the 2025 Vista Christmas Parade!
When: Saturday, December 6 | 1:00pm start
Where: Downtown Vista
The theme this year is "Rockin' Around Vista: A Parade of Holiday Hits!"
Deadline to submit float applications is Friday, November 14.
Learn more and register your float here.
| | Invita Head Spa: Relaxation Meets Scalp Health in the Heart of Vista | |
Invita Head Spa offers a unique blend of relaxation, wellness, and scalp care that is attracting clients from across Southern California. This immersive experience is designed to leave you refreshed, educated, and glowing from the inside out.
Learn more about Invita Head Spa in the Fall issue of Vista Magazine. Read now here.
| | | | | 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.
Please take a minute to leave us a review here.
| | | | Business Mixer - October 8 | |
Join us for our October Business Mixer at Burtech Family Vineyard! Catch up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections.
When: Wednesday, October 8 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Burtech Family Vineyard | 1325 Pipeline Dr.
Register now here.
| | | | Vista Young Professionals: Haunted Vista! - October 16 | |
Join our Vista Young Professionals group for a networking hour at Prey Brewing followed by the 'Haunted Vista!' live show at the AVO Playhouse in Downtown! Everyone that pre-registers will receive free entrance to the live show.
When: Thursday, October 16 | 5:30 - 8:00pm
Where: Prey Brewing & AVO Playhouse | 110 Main St. & 303 Main St.
Register now here.
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Wednesday, October 22 at 2:00pm
1165 E Taylor St.
RSVP
Join us to celebrate the City of Vista's Public Works Department for obtaining their green business certification.
| | | | CSUSM Business Professional Development Volunteer Opportunities | |
Calling all business professionals! Please join us for these incredible volunteer opportunities to connect with our CSUSM undergraduate business students. Your time and effort will greatly contribute to improving the lives and career outcomes of our hard-working business students!
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Student Networking Nights – Connect with hundreds of students and business professionals during this dynamic on-campus event. 10/14 or 10/22
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Mock Interviews – Help students gain real-world experience and confidence as they prepare for their job search. Three shifts available each day 11/3, 11/10, and 11/17
Learn more and register here.
| | | | An Employer’s Playbook for ICE Audits & Workplace Raids | |
Join CalChamber and Richard M. Green, Partner and Chair of CDF’s Immigration Practice Group, for a practical, step-by-step look at how California employers can reduce the legal risks before ICE arrives—and respond decisively if it does.
What You’ll Learn
- Building a “raid-ready” rapid-response team
- The top I-9 mistakes made by both employers and employees—and how to correct them
- The fine line between cooperation and obstructing federal law enforcement, and protecting privilege
- Post-incident mitigation: negotiating penalties and litigation
- Actions employers can take to assist their employees regularize their immigration status
This webinar offers information only and does not serve as or replace legal advice. Learn more and register here.
| | | | Vista High School iApplied 2025 - Request for Donations | |
Vista High School seniors will start their college applications at iApplied 2025, with many completing and submitting them at the event. It's been a huge hit with our seniors.
What we are looking for are any donations from local businesses or groups so that we can raffle those off to students who complete their application and submit it. In the past, this might have been a gift card or something small. It's a great brand builder to show support to education, our students, and the community. Contact Career Center Director Stephen Soderback at stephensoderback@vistausd.org to coordinate donations.
| | | | Anti-Human Trafficking Collaborative Meeting | |
When: Thursday, October 9 | 9:00 - 10:30am
Where: United Methodist Church of Vista | 490 S Melrose Dr.
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.
| | | | WRC Domestic Violence Awareness Event | |
When: Saturday, October 11 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Where: Women's Resource Center Thrift Store| 3385 Mission Ave.
Enjoy a day with live music, free food, face painting for kids, and valuable community resources. With a $1 donation you will receive a purple awareness ribbon and unlock 30% off your entire store purchases for the month of October.
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When: Saturday, October 11 | 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where: Alta Vista Botanical Gardens | 1270 Vale Terrace Dr.
Learn more here.
| | | | Dia de Muertos at Guajome Adobe | |
When: Saturday, October 11 | 10:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Rancho Guajome Adobe | 2210 N Santa Fe Ave.
Learn more here.
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