“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”

Vol. 41, Issue #11 www.scchamber.com November 2015

IN THIS ISSUE...

Seafest A Great Success.................3

2015 Light Decorating Contest....5

Chamber Honors Pillars of the Community......................................9

San Clemente Chamber Markets the Community with San

Clemente Surf Classic

DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made... direct referrals to Chamber

member businesses!Website traffic 28,754 visits Visit our website: www.scchamber.com

Chairman Circle Sponsors

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Silver

5 Core Compentencies of theSan Clemente Chamber of Commerce

Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships Representing the Interests of Business with Government Political Action

“The mission of the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce is to protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community”

Vol. 38, Issue #6 www.scchamber.com June 2012

IN THIS ISSUE...

Welcome Home Event for 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines....................2

Chamber Program Promotes Businesses....................................10

Street Festival Celebrates 59 Years............................................12

Fiesta Salsa Challenge..................14

Chamber Mapping a Course for Out-of-Town Customers

DID YOU KNOW... Chamber made...4,012 direct referrals to Chamber

member businesses!Website traffic 35,323visits & 377,397 hits!

In an effort to make sure visitors are informed of the many amenities San Clemente and the surrounding areas have to offer, we have produced the 7th Annual Visitors Guide with information regarding San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point. Information contained in the Guide will be included in the Chamber Website.

Visitor Guide

The Chamber receives approximately 125 visitors a week, to our office, seeking information on San Clemente and the adjacent vicinities. In addition, we send out over 40 Visitors & Tourism information packets through the mail, per week. Marketing the three cities together, guests realize that San Clemente is truly a destination municipality. As a result, visitors recognize the many features the area has to offer.

The Guide includes information pertinent to visitors and will feature member businesses that are relevant to the tourism market. This is a free member benefit.

Website & iPad

One of the elements of the Chamber website is “Visit San Clemente.” These pages contain information that is currently published in our Chamber’s Visitors Guide. In addition, the Guide was formatted to be utilized on the IPad.

The City of San Clemente and Council Members-Mayor Jim Evert, Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brown, Lori Donchak, Jim Dahl and Bob Baker, along with the City Manager George Scarborough are to be commended for seeing the vision and making this projects possible. In addition, special thanks to Shelly & Don Kindred, Kindred Associates for design, artwork & photos.

Your Chamber works for you!

Chairman Circle Sponsors

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Silver

BenefitFrom being a member of the

San Clemente Chamber of Commerce

Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Providing Networking Opportunities and Business Contacts Representing Business Interests to Government Political Action

On Sunday, October 18, 2015, San Clemente’s famous T-Street Beach was the venue for the highly anticipated Surf Classic Competition.

Title Sponsor: STANCE Stance also provided a pair of socks for every entrant, as well as socks in every “schwag” bag for the finalists in each of the ten divisions.

Presenting Sponsor: DRAGON ALLIANCE Dragon also provided a beach bag containing products, as well as a pair of Sunglasses for all division winners.

Grom Sponsors: Catch Surf, DSC Performance, Republik of Kalifornia, Premier Physicians Medical Group - San Clemente and 1 LAW.

Division Sponsors: Rainbow Sandals, Terry Senate Fine Tuned Surfboards, Fight Strong MMA San Clemente, LoveSurf, Melina Homes, Rincon Real Estate Group, Inc., Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta, Crook’s Surf Essentials and Surfmore/XM.

Contributing Sponsors: Universal Press, Cassano’s Pizza, and Henken Orthodontics.

This professionally judged and professionally announced surfing contest featured San Clemente only participants under the age of 18 winning for the title of the very best surfer in San Clemente. (Continued on pg. 7)

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEChairman of the Board

Mike Burke“Burke Consulting”

Vice ChairmanJames J. Wynne

“Johnston Pacific Commercial Real Estate, Inc.”

Chief Financial OfficerChuck Narey

“Hayden, Narey & Persich, CPA” Immediate Past Chairman

Adele Lux“Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn”

1st Vice ChairmanAntoine Price

“Café Mimosa”2nd Vice Chairman

Pat Huber“Rainbow Sandals”

DIRECTORSBurton Brown

“Atomi Financial Group”Jeff Bott

“Transportation Corridor Agencies”Philip Cary“Target”

Will Howard“Dragon Alliance”

Nancy Hunt“Keller Williams Realty”

Susan Jennrich“Outlets at San Clemente”

Don Kindred“Kindred Associates”

Mike Reilly“Starfish Signs & Graphics”

Dick Rodriguez“Rod’s Tree Service”

Tony Struthers“Saddleback Memorial Medical Ctr. SC”

Viet Tran“Southern California Edison”

Steve Ynzunza“Coast Property Services, GC”

Kathy WardS.C. Council Liaison

Sam PelhamCamp Pendleton Liaison

CEO/PRESIDENTLynn Wood

TEAMNorma Hernandez, Administrative Assistant

Arlen Flores, Production Specialist

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2 SAN CLEMENTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Chamber’s San Clemente Seafest A GREAT SUCCESS!!

Promoting the Community

The 28th Annual San Clemente Seafest held on Sunday, October 4, 2015 was a terrific success. This year’s event was bigger and better than ever before, with a Business Exposition, The Warehouse Surf Contest, a Seafood Feast hosted by Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar and the Crab Pot, Arts & Craft Show, Complimentary Children & Teen Contests, Children’s Complementary Arts & Crafts, Face Painting and of course GREAT CHOWDER made from dedicated area citizens and businesses!

Events like this are made possible by the dedication of many involved individuals and businesses committed to enhancing the quality of life in San Clemente. Without their support, the Seafest would not be possible. The Chamber would like to recognize them for their generous support.

Many thanks to all the sponsors, volunteers, Chowder and Business Expo participant, arts and craft vendors and visitors.

Presenting Sponsors: Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar, Southern California Edison, The Crab Pot, San Clemente Cove, CR&R Environmental Services, The City of San Clemente, Catalyst, Universal Press, Costco Wholesale, Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop, Starfish Signs and Graphics and San Clemente High School.

Chowder Participating Restaurants:Café MimosaFly N’ Fish Oster Bar & GrillFisherman’s Restaurant ~ RedFisherman’s Restaurant ~ WhiteOC Tavern-Don KunzePier Shack

Chowder Participants Individuals/Teams:Property Diversified - John McKeanThe Gratitude Garden PreschoolLiberty TaxSolitary ExposureSan Clemente CurvesDowntown Business AssociationUnited States Marine Corps, HMLA 469Be a Hero Become a Donor FoundationSan Clemente Octoberfest

Porteous Business Services

Business Exposition:

PierWyndham Vacation Resorts

Parque Del MarInfinitee Travel Network, Treasure Box Jewelers, Offshore Construction, Cruises Inc., Spinal Vitality, Sungev-ity, Anytime Fitness, Pedego Temecula Valley, Precision Spinal Care, Swift Health Chiropractic and Shine Body-works.

Volunteers: Nancy Hunt, Ruby Rosensteel, Steve Ynzun-za, Mike & Laura Reilly, Lucy Vega, Jazmin Vega, Beth Apodaca, Jim Richardson, Daniella McCormick, Larry Rannals, Shelly & Don Kindred, Debra Osborne, Kim-berli Torres, Irma Hernandez, Andrea Rodriguez, Briana Fernandez and Micheal Alonso.

Judges: Chis Hamm, Mayor; Kathy Ward, City Council Member; Lieutenant David Moodie, Orange County Sheriff ’s Department-Chief of Police Services & Sergeant Joe McClintock retired Orange County Sheriff ’s Depart-ment. Signs: Jim Richardson.

Entertainment: Angela & Hannah - 17 and 13 years old. A singing and performing duo from Southern California.

Surf Contest: Chairperson Jim Wynne; Dave Schulte, Tracy Turbeville, Matt Curran and Lou Deforest. Special thanks to our Sponsor Catalyst and Contributing Spon-sor: Henken Orthodontics. Thanks to all the volunteers and businesses that donated to the raffle ~ We thank you all.

City Officials: City Council Members; City Manager, James Makshanoff; Assistant City Manager, Erik Sund; Recreation Manager, Pamela Passow; Recreation Supervi-sor, Carol Gibson; Recreation Coordinator, Ken Sipes; Recreation Leader II, Sergio Gonzalez; Building Monitor,

(Continued on pg. 4)

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Seafest article cont. from pg. 3

Todd Foote; Maintenance Manager, Randy Little; Main-tenance Manager, Jim Waters; Master Electrician, Don Rosensteel; Contract Maintenance Coordinator, Craig Hunn; Electrician II, Juan Gildea and the S.C. RSVP’s.

OC Sheriff ’s Department: Orange County Sheriff ’s Department-Chief of Police Services Lieutenant David Moodie, Seargent Hartman, Investigator Trey Hunt and Deputy Joseph Bull.

Marine Safety: Marine Safety Chief, Bill Humphreys; Marine Safety Lieutenant, Rod Mellott; Marine Safety Officer, Ian Burton; Lifeguard Supervisors & Lifeguards, Chris Coy, Nick Giugni, Kyle White, Christina Boring, Treveor Milosch, Sean Staudenbaur and all the Ocean Lifeguards for their help and dedication.

Press: Sun Post’s News Reporter Fred Swegles, the San Clemente Journal, Orange County Register and S.C. Times Editor Eric Heinz.

Many thanks to Bob Novello, Valarie Daugherty and all the staff at Fisherman’s for all their efforts to make this Seafest the best ever.

Unbelievable - We could never put on this event without your help!

THANK YOU!! Together we’re Better!

And the Winners are…

Best Chowder Individual1st – United States Marine Corps2nd – San Clemente Downtown Business Association3rd – Properly Diversified – John Mckean4th – Gratitude by the Sea

Best Chowder Restaurant1st – Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar ~ White2nd – Pier Shack3rd – Fly N’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill4th – Café Mimosa

Best Decorated Booth - Individual1st – United States Marine Corps2nd – Gratitude by the Sea3rd – San Clemente Oktoberfest4th – San Clemente Downtown Business Association

Best Decorated Booth - Restaurant1st – Fly N’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill2nd – Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar ~ White3rd - OC Tavern4th – Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar ~ Red

People’s Choice Individual1st – Solitary Exposure2nd - United States Marine Corps3rd – San Clemente Oktoberfest4th – San Clemente Downtown Business Association

People’s Choice Restaurant1st – Café Mimosa2nd – Fly N’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill3rd – OC Tavern4th - Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar ~ White

Congratulations!

Creating a Strong Local Economy

4 SAN CLEMENTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Promoting the Community

2015 Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest

Judging – Tuesday, December 15th 5:30pm -8:00pm Prizes Awarded to Winners In The Following Two Divisions.

Business Division Best Business - Grand Prize 1st Place Only

Most Traditional – 1st Place Only

Most Humorous – 1st Place Only

Residential Division Best Residential – Grand Prize 1st Place Only

Most Traditional – 1st Place Only

Most Humorous – 1st Place Only

2015 Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest Entry form must be received no later than Monday, December 11th

Name Address Nearest Cross Street Cell Phone Contact Person

Email ___

Mail or FAX to: San Clemente Chamber of Commerce

1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200, San Clemente, CA 92673 Phone (949) 492 – 1131 Fax (949) 492 - 3764

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Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships

Meet Our NewChamber Members!

Florina Photography215 Avenida Del Mar, Suite MSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 371-5514www.florinaphotography.com

Infinitee Travel Network1947 Camino Vida Roble 101Carlsbad, CA 92008(619) 403-2957www.Infiniteetravel.com

Partners Bank of California27201 Puerta Real, Ste. 160Mission Viejo, CA 92691(949) 732-4020www.partnersbankca.net

FoxLin Architects392 Camino de EstrellaSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 325-3001www.foxlin.com

Heartland Payment SystemsSan Clemente(949) 381-9579www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com

Tommy Hilfiger-Outlets at San Clemente101 West Ave. Vista Hermosa, Ste. 200San Clemente, CA 92672www.tommy.com

Tj’s Woodfire Pizza LLC641 Camino De Los Mares, C100San Clemente, CA 92673(949) 243-6433www.tjwoodfirepizza.com

Pedego Electric BikesTemecula(951) 775-2366www.pedegotemecula.com

Sovereign Health Group1211 Puerto Del Sol, Suite 200San Clemente, CA 92673(949) 276-5553www.sovhealth.com

Institute Liberal Boutique217 S El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672(310) 721-3693www.instituteliberal.com

Evelyn McDonald / New American Funding (949) 363-3897www.newamericanagent.com/EvelynMcDonald

F & Goode Desserts111 W Avenida Palizada, 15-BSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 891-1673www.fngoodedesserts.com

Medhero San Clemente905 Calle Amanecer, 115San Clemente, CA 92673(949) 207-3603www.Medheroapp.com

Big O Tires927 N. El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672(949) 492-5543www.bigotires.com

Merrillo’s Fine Toffee Confections6511 Ladera BrisaSan Clemente, CA 92673(949) 637-7456www.merrillos.com

Are you a New Chamber Member or would you just like to get an update on the many valuable benefits available to you through your Chamber

Membership and at the same time meet and network

with new members.

The Chairman for the Ambassador’s Council

cordially invites you to attend a Membership Orientation

on Friday, November 20th

1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200, San Clemente at 12:00 p.m.

What Can the Chamber

Do For Me?

6 SAN CLEMENTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Surf Classic article cont. from pg. 1

This San Clemente Chamber of Commerce sponsored event’s pur-pose is to promote the best that the City of San Clemente has to offer which is a family oriented, beach community lifestyle supported by a backbone of San Clemente based businesses.

All sponsors, like the surfers, must have a location in the City of San Clemente. This event was a ter-rific opportunity for sponsors to promote products and services in a family-friendly, day-long event with approximately 200 San Clemente participants and their families.

Chairperson and Competition Direc-tor: Jim Wynne.

Special Thanks to: Dave Schulte, Randy Gilkerson, Lauren Wynne, Abby Wynne, Carla Weeks, Annemarie moneymaker and Laurie Thompson.

City Officials: City Council Mem-bers, City Manager, James Maksha-noff; Assistant City Manager, Erik Sund: Recreation Manager, Pamela Passow; Recreation Supervisor, Carol Gibson; Recreation Coor-dinator, Ken Sipes; Andrew Vick, Ishmael Chavez & Hector Rivera; Maintenance Manager, Randy Little;

Plans Examiner, Conrad Clouse; Sr. Plan Check Engineer and David Federoff.

Marine Safety: Marine Safety Chief, Bill Humphreys; Marine Safety Lieutenant, Rod Mellott; Lifeguard Supervisors, Ian Burton and all the Ocean Lifeguards for their help and dedication.

Photographer: Crispin Calvert.

Press: Sun Post’s News Reporter Fred Swegles, the San Clemente Journal, Orange County Register and S.C. Times Editor Eric Heinz.

Unbelievable - We could never put on this event without your help!

THANK YOU!! Together we’re Better!

And the Winners are…

Results: Highest Scoring wave in all final divisions

Overall Champion - Kai McPhillips boys U14

Boys/Girls Under 101 Maddox Bray2 Kingston Watts3 Remy Todd4 Alex Guild5 Charlie Stevens6 Cannon Montoya

Boys Under 12 1 Ryder Salberg2 Niko Ripley3 Myles Biggs4 Bane Corbett5 Joey Madison6 Tyrone Faminko

Boys Under 141 Kai McPhillips2 Myles Biggs3 Jack Hopkins

4 Ryder Salberg5 Noah Brown6 Jimmy Wynne

Boys Under 161 Gunner Day2 Curran Dand3 David Economos4 Max Beach5 Jarric Fink6 Elijah Tomlinson

Boys Under 18 1 David Economos2 Matt Economos3 Jackson Hinkle4 Jack Collins5 Blue Engleking6 Ryan Mcnally

Boys Longboard1 Gus Day2 Ethan Mudge3 Jaric Fink4 Cole Thompson5 Jimmy Wynne6 Jackson Todd

Beater Division Open1 Ethan Mudge2 Kai McPhillips3 Jack Collins4 Jimmy Wynne5 Diesel Rathgebar6 Liam Murray

Girls U18 Final1 Nicole Economos2 Reese Harnett 3 Makala Ross4 Alexandra Economos5 Ella McGuire6 Riley Nattrass

Girls U14 Final1 Zoe Mortensen2 Malia Mauch3 Reese Harnett4 Sierra Downer5 Julia Guild6 Reese Dewey (Continued on page 9)

Providing Networking Opportunities to Build Business Relationships

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60 Years or MoreHayden, Narey & Persich, C.P.A.

45 Years or MoreCapistrano Shores, Inc.

35 Years or MoreSonny’s Pizza And Pasta

25 Years or MoreConsolidated Electrical Dist.

Dickey, Richard & Beryl

20 Years or MoreCity Of San Clemente

Coast Property ManagementNatural Sources, Inc.

15 Years or MoreCostco Wholesale

Pacific Coast Real EstateSaddleback Memorial

Medical Center- San Clemente

10 Years or MoreItalian Cravings

Steam Age Carpet & Upholstery Clean

Glynn, Ellen J. DDS MDSALP Restoration

5 Years or MoreBody Awareness Physical Therapy

Compass Property Management Corp.

Riviera Vacations / Cruise PlannersFive Star Property Inspections, Inc

San Clemente CafeLeft Coast Brewing Co.

3 Years or MoreA.C. Towing

Holiday Inn San ClementeLegacy Retirement Planning

Salon BleuSwitch-On Electric

Victoria Auto RepairEvergreen Realty

Sharyn’s ArtSouthern California Gas Company

2 Years or MorePick Up StixRich’s Signs

San Clemente Internal Medical Group

Casino San ClementeMole Hole, The

Muller Commercial Real EstateRalphs #221 South San Clemente

Starfish Signs and GraphicsAmbassadors generate goodwill among the present and potential Chamber of Commerce members, local business and the community

in which we live and conduct business. Ambassadors are committed to membership

retention within the Chamber of Commerce and attend new member

receptions, Sunset Networking functions and Grand Openings.

Chamber Ambassadors

ChairmanBurton Brown

Capstone Affluent Strategies

Beth ApodacaCreative Angle

Ray ArochoCDA Law Center

Eric BergstromSanClementePatch.com

Kelly FinneySan Clemente Office Suites

Cindy HolmesCivilian

Tyler JohnsonChiropractic Center

Elaine KwohServpro San Clemente

Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT

Scott MelcherParadise Miniature Golf

Jerry QuinlanQuinlan Properties

Ambassadors generate goodwill among the present and potential Chamber of

Commerce members, local business and the community in which we live and conduct

business. Ambassadors are committed to membership retention within the Chamber

of Commerce and attend new member receptions, Sunset Networking functions and

Grand Openings.

Chamber AmbassadorsChairman

Burton BrownAtomi Financial Group, Inc.

Beth ApodacaCreative Angle

Adam BoltonUnion Bank of California - Pico Branch

Gregg DavidsonThe Knoke Group

Rick DivelDivel Insurance Agency

Gracia DraperChris Dolkas State Farm

Kelly FinneyColdwell Banker Beachside

Karen GarzaMarketing Coach & Freelance Writer

Francisco GordilloFrancisco Gordillo Fashions

Tyler JohnsonChiropractic Center

Shelly KindredSan Clemente Journal

Ben MedinaFriendly FixIT

Debra OsborneColdwell Banker Beachside

Rob WagnerBiz Coach Rob

8 SAN CLEMENTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Chamber honors Pillars of the Community

Someone in the community deserves to be recognized for their contributions. It could be a neighbor, a friend, a mentor or even a relative. Many selfless acts of volunteerism, dedication or bravery under duress go unnoticed. This is a chance to give those people the recognition they deserve from the community, which has benefited from their actions. Below are the awards, which will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting of Members, Installation of Officers and Award Ceremony held at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club on Thursday, February 18, 2016. This is your chance to help the unsung heroes of our city get the appreciation they merit.

Lifetime Achievement-Qualities which are taken into consider-ation in choosing a recipient for the prestigious “Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Award” include: The recipient must live in San Clemente; their service to the community includes acts of heroism, humanitarianism or charitable and other “outstanding service” throughout their lifetime. The service performed must be voluntary and over the nominee’s lifetime. Nominations are encouraged from individuals and organizations.

Citizen of the Year-This award is presented to a recipient that re-sides in San Clemente, has served the community through acts of heroism, humanitarianism or charitable and other “outstand-ing service.” Service performed must be voluntary. Meritorious service must be within the last year. Nominations are encour-aged from individuals and organizations.

Business of the Year-This award goes to a business which is a member of the San Clemente Chamber and is involved in the community through in-kind donations and service hours. They must have high business standards, including innovative prog-ress techniques, support of business, customer service, ethics and image. Nominations are taken from the membership at large. Only Chamber members are eligible for this award.

Educator of the Year-This award is given on a rotating basis, where a different level (elementary, middle and high school) is honored yearly. Nominations are encouraged from individual and organizations. Note: Private school educators are also eli-gible.

If you wish to nominate an individual, complete the appropriate application and e-mail to the San Clemente Chamber of Com-merce on or before the first Friday in November. For more infor-mation call 492-1131 or visit us online at www.scchamber.com.

Surf Classic article cont. from pg. 7

Girls Longboard1 Malia Maugh2 Abby Wynne3 Megan Spink4 Jenna Fomenko

Congratulation!! Special thanks to all those that participated – you are all to be commended for your dedi-cation to the sport of surfing!

Photos are posted on Face-book Page entitled San Clem-ete Surf Classic and Instagram hashtag#sanclementesurfclassic or visit www.scchamber.com Events-San Clemente Surf Classic.

The 2016 Board Nominating Com-mittee has recommended the fol-lowing slate of candidates to serve as Chamber Board members: Nancy Hunt-Keller Williams Realty, Don Kindred, Kindred Associates, Viet Tran, Southern California Edison and Stavros Lozano, Inka Mama’s Peruvian Cuisine.

Additional names of candidates for directors can be nominated by petition by securing the genuine signatures of at least 10 percent qualified members of the chamber by November 10, 2015. For more information on what being a Cham-ber Board member entails, contact Chamber President and CEO, Lynn Wood at 492-1131.

Nominating Committee Recommends Slate for Board Election

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Upcoming Chamber Meetings & Activities...

Saturday, April 26 San Clemente

Micro-Brew Festpresented by

Left Coast Brewing Co., 1245 Puerta Del Sol

from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. VIP admission 12-1.

General Admission 1-5

Save the Dates:Thursday, May 1 – Sunset Networking Mixer hosted by San Clemente Villas by the Sea, 660 Camino de los Mares at 5:30 p.m.

Friday, May 2 – Chamber Golf Tournament at Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club at 11:00 a.m.

Friday, May 16 - Coastal Chambers Legislative Coalition - State of the County at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa, 25135 Park Lantern in Dana Point from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 5 – Ribbon Cutting at Coldwell Bankers Beachside, 501 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 150 at 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 12 – Ribbon Cutting (exclusive for chamber members only) at Tommy Hilfiger-Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Ave. Vista Hermosa, Ste. 200 at 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 12 – Ribbon Cutting at Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Ave. Vista Hermosa, at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, November 19 - Business Networking Luncheon at Carbonara Trattoria Italiana, 111 Ave. Del Mar at 11:30 a.m. Price is $15.00 (cost of lunch)

Friday, November 20 – Board meeting held at Chamber office at 7:30 a.m.

Friday, November 20 – Membership Orientation hosted by the Chamber, 1231 Puerta Del Sol, Unit 200 at 12:00 p.m. Lunch hosted by BallPark Pizza San Clemente

Saturday, November 21 - Boys & Girls Club Dinner & Auction at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort in D.P. at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 28 – Puttin on the Glitz on Ave. Del Mar at 4:00 p.m.

Save the DateThursday, December 10 – Area Sunset Networking Mixer hosted by the Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Ave. Vista Hermosa at 5:30 p.m. The Chamber will be collecting gifts for children of Military personnel. Each person donating a gift will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. Discounted Member rate $13.00-Prospective Member rate is $20.00.

Annual Meeting of Members, Installation of Officers & Award Ceremony - Thursday, February 18, 2016 at the Bella Collina Golf & Towne Club at 6:00 p.m.

San Clemente Mixologist Competition - Thursday, March 24, 2016 at TBA at 3:00 p.m.

State of the City – Friday, April 8, 2016 at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club, 200 Ave. La Pata at 11:30 a.m.

San Clemente Microbrew Festival - Saturday, April 2016 at Left Coast Brewing Company, 1245 Puerta Del Sol at 12:00 p.m.

Annual Golf Tournament – Friday, May 6, 2016 at Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club at 11:00 a.m.

Fiesta Music Festival – Sunday, August 14, 2016 at Avenida Del Mar at 9:00 a.m.

Seafest – Sunday, October 2, 2015 at the SC Pier at 9:00 a.m.

San Clemente Surf Classic – TBA at T-Street at 7:00 a.m. Taste of San Clemente – Friday, November 4, 2015 at the Casino San Clemente at 6:00 p.m.

Chamber Major Events