BOARD OF DIRECTORS

May 3 Tues. 8:30am Design Committee Meeting

May 6 Fri. 8:30am Promotion Committee Meeting

May 9 Mon. 6:00pm Street Fair Committee Meeting

May 10 Tues. 10:00am North OB Committee

May 11 Wed. 8:30am Finance Committee Meeting

May 11 Wed. Noon Economic Vitality Meeting

May 12 Thurs. Noon OBMA Board Meeting

May 17 Tues. 8:30am Crime Prevention Committee Mtg. OB Woman’s Club, 2160 Bacon Street May 26 Thurs. 5:30-7:30 Sundowner Culture Brewing Co., 4845 Newport Ave.

All meetings at the OBMA office unless otherwise noted.

May Meeting Schedule

Ocean Beach MainStreet Association

May 2016 Newsletter

Barbara Iacometti, President Details SalonSpa - Executive Comm. Chair Julie Klein, 1st Vice President Julie Designs - Crime Prevention Co-Chair Michael Akey, 2nd Vice President Pacific View Real Estate - Design Chair Mike Stifano, Treasurer Winstons - Finance Chair Mary Orem, Secretary Villa de Loma Apartments - Crime Prev. Co-Chair Gary Gilmore Gilmore Family Jewelers - EV Chair Dave Martin Shades Oceanfront Bistro Craig Gerwig Newport Avenue Antique Center Matt Kalla Matt Kalla Insurance Agency Tevia Oskin Active Visitation - Promotion Chair Chris Wilmot Christopher W. Wilmot, CPA Ron Marcotte Sign Diego Kyle Jaworski Raglan Public House Alicia Shapiro Aliro Marketing

Denny Knox, Executive Director Claudia Jack, Office Assistant

Isabel Clark, Programs Director Susan James, Project Director

David Klaman & Community Crops Market Managers

Tony, Richee, Kyle, & Evelyn

STAFF

FARMERS MARKET STAFF

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North OB Committee

The OBMA is excited to announce the formation of a new

committee for our merchants in north Ocean Beach/the Voltaire Street corridor, approved as a new permanent committee by the

OBMA Board of Directors at their April meeting. Spearheaded by

Cory Ransom, Ocean Villa Inn, with support from OBMA Board member Matt Kalla, Matt Kalla Insurance Agency, the committee plans to tackle issues

specific to the commercial area in north OB, such as beautification projects and improvements. Thanks to Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market for

hosting the new committee’s April meeting in their Community Room. The

next North OB Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 10, at 10 a.m. at the OBMA office at 1868 Bacon St. All OBMA members interested in

working on issues affecting north OB are welcome to attend!

Have an announcement or an event you’d like in the newsletter? Send it

to: info@oceanbeachsandiego.com or call 619-224-4906.

Intent to Run for OBMA Board of Directors Form

Forms are available if you would like to consider running for a board position at the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association.

They are available both online under the “members” area of

OceanBeachSanDiego.com and at our office. The requirements necessary to run for the Board of Directors are:

Must be a member in good standing. Must have served on one of OBMA’s committees for at least one year.

Will have the time to devote to monthly board meetings, committees, and special events.

Intent to Run forms are due in the OBMA office no later than noon on June 3, 2016. Election ballots go out before July 1, 2016, and must be returned to our office no later than 5 p.m., Wed., July 13, 2016. Office: 1868 Bacon Street, Ste. A, San Diego, CA 92107.

Thursday - May 26, 2016 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm Free Drawing: Bring your business card . . . get to know your

neighboring businesses and have some delicious munchies and drinks! Open to all OBMA members & their employees

4845 Newport Ave. | Ocean Beach

Please join us for the May 2016 OBMA Sundowner Hosted by

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Vignettes Presents:

FLEA by the SEA! Storewide Sale & French Flea Market

Saturday, May 21st, 2016

10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Join in a lot of fun in the sun at ‘Flea by the Sea,’ Vignettes annual summer event that officially combines spring cleaning and kicking off summer into one amazing day at the beach!

The entire shop will have sales going on, with significant mark-downs and special merchandise brought in just for the day. “We’re clearing out to prepare for summer,” states owner Lori Chandler, “and our vendors are also featured on the front sidewalk and under

tents at a French flea market in our back parking lot.” From farm tables, architectural elements, and industrial wares to everything for summer entertaining, this is the day for vintage goods power shopping at great prices.

Tranquil Home Personnel Service is offering a First Time Special of 50% off their standard rate for all Property Management Companies, and individual owners of Vacation Rentals. Tran-quil Home’s highly professional, and experi-enced referred cleaners specialize in both stand-

ard cleanings, and deep cleanings for Vacation Homes. Tranquil Home understands the high level of care needed to make sure you rental is left immaculate and showroom ready for your next renters! We can be on call for you in case your current cleaners can’t make it or put you on our schedule for regular appointments. All cleanings are done with eco-friendly, non-toxic products that are safe for people, pets, and the planet. Check us out on YELP! Call us today to book your cleaning 858-848-0881.

www.tranquilhome.net

Community & Business News

Booths are still available - discounts for OBMA members!

Volunteers needed too! (It’s fun!)

Call 619-224-4906 or go to OceanBeachSanDiego.com

Reminder: It is illegal to rent out the space in front of your business.

Luminous Hair Design is proud to be celebrating their 15th anniversary in May 2016! We are so happy to be serv-ing and beautifying our local clients and clients from afar. We have a lot of talent at our salon that can make you shine like a Diamond; give us a try and see! We want to thank you for being our patrons and giving us the opportunity and will continue to strive for the best service we can give. Karen, Kathy, and Michelle are a great team with a passion for our com-munity unique as it is — we are stoked to be a part of it! Thanks again OB and our clients that travel to see us!

The Good Life Consulting is a new business serving Ocean Beach / Point Loma, focusing on growing small businesses. The owner, Tina Selwyn, has 15 years business experience that she will leverage to help your business reach its full potential. Hear what her local clients have to say about her work:

Happy-U Namaste, “Her expertise, professionalism, and knowledge are at the core of her business. Her dedication, passion, and creativity are what make her so special.”

Therapie Day Spa, “Our business is running more smoothly than ever, and we are grateful for Tina’s hard work and dedication to us and our vision.”

15th 15th AnniversaryAnniversary

37th Annual Ocean BeAch Street FAir & chili coOk-OFf June 25, 2016 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Class is in session at OB Warehouse…beer class that is! Join them for the months of May and June for beer classes led by Cohn Restaurant Group’s Certified

Cicerone®, Maurice DiMarino. Session 1 in April was “A History of Beer: Then and Now.” Session 2 will be “Beer Styles Secrets,” May 21st from 3-4:30 p.m. at $38/person. You will learn to evaluate and differentiate beer styles and blind taste similar beer styles side by side to find the nuances which make them different. By the end of this class you will have a greater understanding of beer and its many styles. Session 3 will be “Hands on Beer Lab,” June 18th from 3-4:30 p.m. at $48/person. In this class, you will learn to evaluate the flavors of beer and to distinguish and describe the impact that yeasts, grains, hops, and water have on beer. You will also learn about off flavors and what causes them so you will know when a beer is flawed and when to return it. Beer-friendly fare will be served family-style at the end of each class. To register, email: maurice@dinecrg.com. For more details, visit http://bit.ly/OBWBeerSchool.

This is Denny posing with Azure from Rock & Roll San Diego. Mark and the rest of the team from R&RSD sent us these lovely gifts to thank us for assisting them with their lease. They’re going to be able to continue serving our community in their current location until at least 2020!

The Inn at Sunset Cliffs now offers $10 day passes to the inn. Swim in their heated outdoor pool, lounge by the ocean on the newly remodeled lower terrace, BBQ with friends, bring your preferred alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks, and hang at San Diego’s best-kept secret! If you have any questions please call 619-222-7901 or visit their website at www.innatsunsetcliffs.com.

Community & Business News

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Palmer’s - New Member

4861 Newport Ave. San Diego, CA 92107

619-777-0057

www.mkt.com/palmers-gift-shop

email: palmergiftshop@gmail.com

Clothing/Retail, Gifts/Novelty, Souvenirs

OB Motorcycles - New Address

1869 Cable St. San Diego, CA 92107

619-222-3777

Motorcycle Sales & Service

Welcome New Members/Member Changes

OB Gifts - New Member

4919 Newport Ave., #A

San Diego, CA 92107

619-715-9297

Retail, Sunglasses, Jewelry

Chapter One Tattoo - New Address

4857 Newport Ave. San Diego, CA 92107

619-255-8400

www.chapteronetattoo.com

Tattooing, Specialty Services,

Health & Beauty

Join the OB Arts Collective at Te Mana Café in Ocean Beach each month for a great time with fun people. Projects include wearable art, edible art, and shareable art. Use the skills you learn to spice up a kids birthday party, give amazing gifts, deco-rate your house, or become a professional crafter at an arts & crafts fair. Classes include all supplies and a Te Mana gift card that can be used on all coffee, food, and adult beverage menu. The classes are $35 each and include:

String & Nail Art, May 7, 2016, 2:45 - 4:45pm

Tie Dye & T-Shirt Cutting, June 4, 2016, 2:45 - 4:45pm

Ping Pong Party Lights, July 2, 2016, 2:45 - 4:45pm

Cold Process Soap Making, Aug. 6, 2016, 2:45 - 4:45pm

www.obartscollective.com/adultclasses/

SAANS LENA STUDIO SUMMER CAMP 2016! Students will explore a great deal of mediums and styles teeming with a

variety of projects and even more glitter. We will also practice yoga, survey OB’s finest ice cream shops and have the most fun adventures at the beach and in the sunshine! Secure your space with a $50 deposit. 10% off camp enrollment if registered by May 15th (mention you saw this special in this newsletter). Please don't hesitate to register, it's a small group and spaces fill up fast! www.saanslenastudio.com

Thank you to Lorie Zapf for hosting the Council District 2 Volunteer Appreciation Day breakfast this past April 23. Nominated from Ocean Beach were Michele Amsterdam, nominated by the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association, Julie Klein nominated by the Ocean Beach Town Council, John Ambert nominated by the Ocean Beach Planning Board, and Tom Perrotti nominated by the OBCDC.

Congratulations and thank you for all you do!

When you have any changes, please send them to us so that we can put that information out to our members.

Liquid Blue (Band) - New Member

619-795-1957

wwwLiquidBlueBand.com

email: manager@LiquidBlueBand.com

Music Entertainment, Bands

Two Dollar Thrill - New Address

4871 Newport Ave. San Diego, CA

92107 619-222-2772

www.2dollarthrill.org

Resale Store

Lorie Zapf with Michele Amsterdam

Affinity24 recently launched one of the most robust apps in the marketplace, their RealPayment Digital Gift Card, which can be sent via text or email. Merchants can track daily sales, cardholders, and their balance; create promotions or campaigns; upload packages (great for spas, nail salons, gyms, etc); send messages within the app to customers; and upload a menu for customers to pre-order and pre-pay at busy hours where they just come in and pick up. Affinity24 is a family-owned and operated company backed by 50+ years of combined experience in the merchant service industry. Affinity24 is the Sales Agent of Cutting Edge Bankcard Services, Inc., a 25-yea-old MSP, offering a full range of POS solutions such as Clover Station, Mini, Mobile, and Clover Go (mobile reader) plus the EMV-compliant credit card terminals. Affinity24 is at the forefront of payment processing technology, offering solutions and savings to merchants. Please feel free to call and schedule a consultation soon!

Stacey E. Lucas, Affinity24 Sales, C: 714-422-7722

Please sweep your sidewalks and gutters

daily! Bars, restaurants, and other

businesses with ash cans, please empty

them frequently.

Help Keep Ocean Beach Clean!

Ocean Beach MainStreet Association PO Box 7990, San Diego, CA 92167 Office: 1868 Bacon Street, Suite A San Diego, CA 92107 619-224-4906, Fax 619-224-4976

www.OceanBeachSanDiego.com Email: info@OceanBeachSanDiego.com Ocean Beach MainStreet Association is partially funded by the City of San Diego Small Business Enhancement Program

Calendar of Meetings 1

OBMA Sundowner at Culture Brewing Co. 1

North OB Committee 1

Intent to Run for OBMA Board of Dir. 1

Community & Business News 2

Community & Business News 3

Welcome New Members/Changes 3

OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival 3

Call to Artists OB Pier 50th Anniversary Art Show 4

Index 4

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POLICE AUTHORIZATION FORMS Annual Renewal ̶ only once a year!

Be sure to fill out your Police Authorization

form (Letter of Agency), which you can access at oceanbeachsandiego.com/mainstreet-association/crime-prevention. You are in Western Division. Follow the

instructions. Please do it today!

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Call to Artists

OB PIER

50th Anniversary

ART SHOW The OBMA, Teeter, and Luminous Views Gallery are pleased to collabo-rate on an ART SHOW celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Ocean Beach Pier, which opened on July 2, 1966.

If the pier has inspired you to create, please submit your work to our show!

We are seeking:

· 2D & 3D works (photos, paintings, drawings, sculpture, etc.)

that depict, interpret, or are about or inspired by the Ocean Beach Pier · All sizes and media

Limit of one (1) submission per artist.

Last day for submissions MAY 6th. Accepted artwork notices MAY 20th.

Work will be displayed at Teeter, 5032 Niagara Ave., June 30 – July 31.

2D pieces must be ready to hang. For 3D works/installations, artists must supply display mate-rials. All pieces must be for sale. Artists will be receiving 50% of all sales with the remainder going to support the arts in the Ocean Beach community and toward the costs of the show.

To have your work considered, please submit a high-quality image of your work along with a title and description, including dimensions, and your contact infor-

mation in a message to: OBPierCalltoArtists@gmail.com

Luminous Views