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January 5, 2026

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year 2026!

The Vista Chamber team is excited for another year of helping and advocating for the local business community We can't wait to see what this year has in store for our members and community at large!

Save the date and purchase your tickets now for the 2026 State of the Community Luncheon.

When: Monday, January 26 | 11:00am - 1:30pm

Where: Morris B. Vance Community Room | 200 Civic Center Dr.

This annual event that brings together local leaders, business professionals, and community members to celebrate Vista’s achievements and discuss its future. Purchase your tickets and see sponsorship opportunities here.

1. HTS Signs Systems
2. Mosaique Fabrics
3. DePauw Johnson Inc.
4. EcoWater Systems of Southern California
5. Southwest Strategies Group
6. Drip Suites Vista
7. Senior Care Action Network - SCAN Health Plan
8. Regal Medical Group

GoBeRewarded Marketing Agency is a web design and digital marketing agency that creates websites, social media posts, videos, and online ads with a unique local focus.⁠

Learn more about them in the Winter issue of Vista Magazine.⁠ Read now here.

The National Civics Bee application is open now through February 3rd!

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.

Selected students will join us for the live event on Saturday, March 21! Learn more 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.

Start the new year by catching up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections. We will be presenting the winners of the Vista Christmas Parade!

When: Wednesday, January 14 | 5:00 - 7:00pm

Where: Lamppost Pizza | 15 Main St. #100

Register here.

Join us at Chick-fil-A to support our Rising Star of the Month Program. A percentage of proceeds goes to our Rising Star students.



When: Tuesday, January 20 | 5:00 - 8:00pm

Where: Chick-fil-A | 475 Hacienda Dr.

Mention the fundraiser and show the flyer when paying.

Join our Vista Young Professionals group for a networking morning at Cat & Craft Cafe! Start the year right by planning ahead with a vision board activity, plan out all your goals for this year!



When: Wednesday, January 21 | 8:30 - 9:30am

Where: Cat & Craft Cafe | 3211 Business Park Dr. #3b

Register here.

Don't pack your lunch today, join us at Francisco's Deli for Business Bites! 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, January 28 | 12:00 - 1:00pm

Where: Francisco's Deli | 821 N Santa Fe Ave.

Register here.

Conécta con otros empresarios, profesionales y líderes de negocios latinos en un ambiente dinámico diseñado para fortalecer relaciones y fomentar colaboraciones.

When: Thursday, January 29 | 4:00 - 6:00pm

Where: Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts | 1011 S Santa Fe Ave. Ste. J

Register here.

Ribbon Cutting

Christmas Tree Recycling Options Available for Vista Residents

Following the holiday season, Vista residents are encouraged to recycle their Christmas trees through curbside collection or designated drop-off locations, according to EDCO.

Curbside Christmas Tree Recycling

Residents with curbside service may recycle natural Christmas trees using their green organics cart on their regular collection day. Before setting out a tree for collection, please follow these guidelines:

• Remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and tree stands
• No flocked trees (artificial snow is not accepted)
• Cut the tree into 4-foot lengths and trim off branches
• Place the trimmed tree inside the green organics cart with the lid fully closed

Botanical decorations, such as wreaths and garlands (without decorations), may also be placed in the green organics cart.

Christmas Tree Drop-Off Locations

For residents who prefer to drop off their tree, free Christmas tree recycling sites will be available from December 26, 2025, through January 9, 2026, at the following locations:

• Vacant lot at Vale Terrace Drive and Williamston Street
• Parking lot at the corner of S. Melrose Drive and Shadowridge Drive

These drop-off locations are for Christmas trees only. Trees do not need to be cut for recycling at drop-off sites. Please remove all decorations before dropping off your tree.

Vista Community Clinic: Free Application Assistance for Covered CA, Medi-Cal, and Cal-Fresh Enrollment

Their counselors can help fill out an application for health insurance assistance programs in San Diego and Riverside counties. Services are available to the community – even if you are not a patient.

Call to schedule an appointment 760-631-5000 Ext. 7190 or Text 760-492-6669. Learn more about free application assistance for Covered CA, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh enrollment here.

When: Every Saturday | 8:00am - 12:00pm

Where: San Diego County Courthouse | 345 S Melrose Dr.

Learn more here.

When: Saturday, January 10 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

Where: Alta Vista Botanical Gardens | 1270 Vale Terrace Dr.

Learn more here.

When: Wednesday, January 21 | 3:00 - 7:00pm

Where: Burtech Family Vineyard | 1325 Pipeline Dr.

Enjoy a fun relaxed afternoon featuring local vendors, live music, delicious treats and great shopping. Sip wine, support small businesses and explore unique finds! This free community event is family and pet friendly, making it the perfect way to spend your day with friends and neighbors.

Vista Chamber of Commerce

170 Eucalyptus Ave., Ste. 115

(760) 726-1122

info@vistachamber.org 

www.vistachamber.org