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Celebrate Local Students at the Chamber Rising Star Student Recognition Breakfast

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PST

William A. Wagner Aquatic Center

3306 Senior Center Dr.

Oceanside, CA 92056

The Oceanside Chamber's Rising Star Program aims to champion students that have overcome significant challenges in their lives while managing to keep on track with their education. The Chamber honors one high school senior each month from each of our area high schools at a breakfast event. These amazing students are each given the opportunity to share their stories of resilience and persistence. At the end of the school year, all students that have been recognized are invited to apply for scholarships through the Oceanside Chamber Foundation. Join us at this month's event to learn how these students became Rising Stars. Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and $40 for non-members.

Join Us In Honoring Community Heroes at the Chamber's Annual Heroes of Oceanside and Camp Pendleton Dinner

Thursday, June 22, 2023

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PST

Arrowood Golf Course

5201A Village Dr.

Oceanside, CA 92057

Early Bird Pricing until 6/9 -

$95 for Oceanside Chamber members

$135 for non-members

The Annual Heroes of Oceanside and Camp Pendleton Dinner will be held Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 5 PM - 7 PM. The event serves to recognize representatives from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oceanside Police Department, Oceanside Fire Department, Oceanside Lifeguards, Healthcare Workers and Teachers from the local school district(s) for their outstanding contributions to the well-being and advancement of our City. The event will also feature awards recognizing the work of our business community. The event is open to everyone. You must register prior to the event. No walk-ins allowed.

Read the Best of Oceanside Magazine Spring 2023 Edition Now

The spring edition of the Best of Oceanside Magazine is here! This edition celebrates community advancement. Read about some economic development growth within the City including Genentech’s new Clinical Supply Center in Oceanside. Read about the work of our local non-profits. This edition also details Oceanside’s $2.6M Beach Sand Phase 2 Pilot Project. As always, find local spots in our “Stay and Play Local” section, catch up on workforce development updates, and read spotlights on some of our members including The Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA and the North Coastal Prevention Coalition.

Best of Oceanside Magazine Stay and Play Local Feature - Beach Break Cafe

Started in 1988 by Gary and Zell Dwelley, Beach Break Cafe has established itself as an essential part of the Oceanside community. Located off the historic 101 Highway, this surf-inspired diner serves American fare with a California twist. People taking a break from the beach, or those who want a pre-ocean meal, flock here for the moist, cinnamon-laced coffee cake drizzled with frosting or the giant and inventive four-egg omelets and scrambles. While dining, patrons can check out the colorful surfboards, surfboard-inspired ceiling fan and surf photos that decorate this breakfast-and-lunch-only spot. The Banana Crunch French Toast is a favorite, dipped in honey bunches of oats for the crunch and then topped with bananas and a healthy dose of whipped cream. The wait can be long on weekends, but the Dwelley's set up an honor-system coffee station. Come on down to this coastal spot for “Great Service. Great Food. Great Friends.”

Oceanside Celebrates Earth Month

(Source - City of Oceanside) - The Green Oceanside team is challenging you to practice sustainability during Earth Month through a weekly "Eco Challenge." We also invite you to join us at an Earth Day Fun Zone at the Sunset Market in downtown Oceanside on April 20 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Learn all about it in the Green Oceanside News

Harbor Dredging to Occur April - May

(Source - City of Oceanside) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to begin mobilizing on April 3 for the annual dredge of the Oceanside Harbor inlet. The dredge is expected to begin about April 12, 2023. They plan to wrap up operations by Memorial Day weekend, but there may be times when dredging is paused due to high waves or equipment issues, which can result in delays. This year, they estimate about 500,000 cubic yards of sand will be placed on Oceanside beaches, which is much more than usual. Please use caution in and around the beach area while the project is underway.

CalChamber Tags AB 1000 As a Job Killer; Creates De Facto Ban of Warehouses

(Source: CalChamber) - The California Chamber of Commerce has added AB 1000 (Reyes; D-San Bernardino) to the 2023 Job Killer list. AB 1000 proposes a statewide setback of 1,000 feet from “sensitive receptors” for all new or expanded logistics use facilities 100,000 square feet or larger in California.

“AB 1000 is a job killer because it will lead to the elimination of high-paying jobs, quash critically needed housing associated with mixed use developments, increase vehicle miles traveled for heavy duty vehicles coming to and from California ports, and incentivize frivolous litigation with a new private right of action in California law,” said Adam Regele, CalChamber Vice President for Advocacy.

$10M in Grant Funding Available to Local Non-Profits Through SDG&E

Applications are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023.

(Source: Times of San Diego) - San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has established a new $10m shareholder-funded charitable effort, the SDG&E Community Assistance Fund, and invited proposals from local community-based organizations for grants. The two-phase grant program aims to provide roughly 20 non-profit organizations with support of between $250,000 and $1m. The focus is on expanding the reach and impact of critical services - particularly in the areas of food security and housing stability - to help the region’s most vulnerable populations, including the elderly, low-income individuals and families, and communities of concern. 

Volunteers Needed for Annual Operation Appreciation

Saturday, May 20, 2023

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Oceanside Pier Amphitheater

301 The Strand N

Oceanside, CA 92054

Are you looking for a way to give back and show your appreciation to our military members? Sign up today to volunteer at the Chamber's Annual Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation 2023! Multiple positions and time slots available. All Volunteers receive day of event meal voucher for OA Food Hall & Official Operation Appreciation T-Shirt.

TrueCare Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PST

TrueCare

2210 Mesa Dr; Ste 100

Oceanside, CA 92054

Please join us Thursday April 20^th, 2023 at 1pm for the TrueCare Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The event will take place at TrueCare’s Mission Mesa campus.

NuSpine Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration

Friday, April 21, 2023

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM PST

NuSpine Chiropractic

2530 Vista Way, Ste. P

Oceanside, CA 92054

For one day only, NuSpine Chiropractic Oceanside will offer free chiropractic treatments and hydrotherapy massage for patients of all ages to celebrate their grand opening. This special will be offered all day, 10 AM - 6PM! Included in every first visit will be a private exam and consultation, spinal adjustment and hydrotherapy massage, a touchless experience where gallons of pulsating water work out tension in the neck and back. New patients may schedule their first appointment and fill out paperwork before they come into the clinic. In addition, the public is invited to be part of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Dignitaries expected to be in attendance include Scott Ashton, chief executive officer, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, as well chamber ambassadors and staff.

1st Annual Asian & Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, April 29, 2023

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Downtown Oceanside

(Source: City of Oceanside) - Enjoy and celebrate beautiful cultures and traditions at the first annual S. California Asian & Pacific Islander Festival on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Oceanside's Civic Center Plaza. This free, family-focused fest will feature cultural foods, music and dance stages, cultural workshops, and a martial arts arena. 

Volunteering Is A Family Affair At Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary

“Our volunteers are like family,” said Linda Wolff, President of the Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary. “Many of our volunteers, or someone they know, have been patients at Tri-City Medical Center (TCMC) and they just want to give back. Volunteering gives people a sense of purpose and a chance to make others smile when they come to our hospital.”

“At Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary, our purpose has always been focused on service rather than fundraising,” added Wolff. “Our mission is to render service to Tri-City Medical Center, its patients and staff, and to assist the hospital in promoting the health and wellbeing of the Oceanside, Vista and Carlsbad communities.”