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Mission Statement: "To protect the free enterprise system, champion business, strive for a healthy economy and a better quality of life in our community."

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Cream of the Crop - San Clemente has a vast network of people and businesses that help turn its wheels of production, making the city an economically viable home for its residents, and a desirable destination for visitors. However, behind the machine of business in all its forms, a particular set of people aid in its organization, and help promote the general welfare and prosperity of the area business community—the San Clemente Chamber of Commerce. Please click here for more details

2011 San Clemente Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest - Entry Form available at Chamber office. Must be received no later than Friday, December 9th. Judging date is Tuesday, December 13th. Call the chamber for more information. Please click here for more details

Christmas Toys for Girls & Boys - Make Christmas special for children in need in our community. Deliver new, unwrapped toys for ages 0 -18 to FAM’s Resource Center by Dec 14th. Toys will be distributed by Santa and Mrs. Claus on Dec. 17th. For more information contact FAM at info@family-assistance.org or 949-492-8477. Please click here for more details

FAM’s Adopt-a-Family Program - Many families are in need of help to make Christmas happen for their children this year. Come to FAM’s resource center to pick out a special family and deliver the gifts directlyl to their home Make it a wonderful Christmas! For more information contact FAM at info@family-assistance.org or 949-492-8477. Please click here for more details

Taste of San Clemente Thank You! - The 21st Annual “Original Taste of San Clemente,” held at the beautiful Signature Grille at the Talega Golf Club on Friday, November 4, 2011, was the Finest to Date! The Chamber would like to take this time to acknowledge the businesses and individuals whom made this event such a success, without the support of the entities listed below, this event would not be possible. Sponsors: The Toll Roads, Southern California Edison, Saddleback Memorial Medical Center San Clemente, San Clemente Villas by the Sea, Southern California Gas Company, Rod’s Tree Service, CR&R, Wal-Mart, Universal Press, Inc., Creative Images & OrangeCoast Magazine. The following restaurants and local wine establishments served up superb fare for guests attending the Taste. Their community involvement and outreach are to be applauded. The Chamber would like to thank all of them for their efforts, both in time and material: Adele’s at the San Clemente Inn, Antoine’s Café, BeachFire Bar & Grill, Beach Garden Café, Bob’s Fine Wine, Cafe Calypso, Café Mimosa, Dad’s Liquor & Deli, Due’ Luxury Libations, Enne Cucina Italiana, Frisby Cellars, Hanson’s Market, Humphry’s Sandwich Shop, Inka Mama’s Peruvian Cuisine, Italian Cravings, Left Coast Brewing Co., Le Grande Courtage Champagne, Nick’s San Clemente, OC Tavern, Panera Bread, Papa Murphy’s, Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Peligroso Tequila, Pick Up Stix, Pizza Port Brewing Co., Red Fox Lounge, Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill, Rugg Family Wines, San Antonio Winery, Selma’s Chicago Pizzeria, Signature Grille, Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta, Stranger, Sunsets at the Pier, Tina & Vince’s Italian Deli, Tommy’s Restaurant, Vinedos Malagon and Z Pizza. The Taste of San Clemente also featured a Silent Auction and Raffle. The following companies are to be commended for their contributions: Adele's at the San Clemente Inn, ASAP Appliance Service, Awards 'N More, Baskin-Robbins, Beach Garden Café, Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club, Best Western Casablanca Inn, Billy's Meat, Seafood & Deli, Bonded Cleaners, BT Fitness, LLC, Camp Bow Wow, Carbonara Trattoria Italiana, Casa Tropicana Boutique Inn at the Pier, Chick-fil-A, Chick’s Plumbing, City of San Clemente, ConRev, Dana Wharf Sportfishing, Enne Cucina Italiana, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hayden, Narey & Persich, C.P.A., Independence Bank, Irish Eyes, Left Coast Brewing Co, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Inka Mama’s Peruvian Cuisine, Memories of Me Photography, Mission Plumbing & Heating, Chuck & Linda Narey, New York Life Insurance-Mr. James Campbell, Ocean Institute, Paradise Jewelers, Peet’s Coffee & Tea, Quality Inn & Suites, Rascals Ladies, LLC, RBF Consulting, Rod’s Tree Service, Salon Incognito, Salt Creek Grille, San Clemente Dental Group, San Clemente Inn, San Clemente Journal, San Clemente Tattoo, San Clemente Times, Sanctuary Salon, San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce, Savannah Chop House, Servpro of San Clemente, Sharyn’s Art, Signature Grille, Sonny's Pizza and Pasta, Sport Clips, T. Patterson Surf Shop, Taka-O Japanese Restaurant, Talega Day Spa, Talega Golf Club, The Toll Roads, Unique Tan, Universal Press & Wassmann Fine Arts. Please click here for more details

Calendar

Thursday, February 02 - Sunsets at the Pier - Sunset Networking Mixer
hosted by Sunsets at the Pier, 610 Ave. Victoria, SC at 5:30 p.m. Please note: This is a Themed Mixer – Mardi Gras. Those attending in Marti Gras Themed Attire will be judged for best overall outfit. Guests in the themed attire will be entered into a drawing to receive a special gift from the host. Discounted Member rate $10.00-Prospective Member rate is $20.00. Note: The Chamber will also be collecting gifts for children, which will be distributed at the next Chamber Marine Celebration held this spring.

Friday, February 03 - 449 Recovery, Inc. - Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Grand Opening at 449 Recovery, Inc., 1401 N. El Camino Real, 106, San Clemente, CA 92672 at 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. For more info. call (949)218-3008

Friday, February 17 - Modest Spot Salon - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
You are cordially invited to the Modest Spot Salon's ribbon cutting ceremony, Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm Location: 156 Ave. Serra, San Clemente

Thursday, February 23 - Annual Meeting of Mmebers, Board of Director's Installation and Award Ceremony
Location: Talega Golf Club Time: 6:00pm $75 per person

Friday, February 24 - Membership Orientation
Time: 12:00pm Are you a New Chamber Member or would you just like to get an update on the many valuable benefi ts available to you through your Chamber.

Friday, February 24 - Ambassador Council
Time: 1:00pm

Friday, February 24 - State Farm Insurance Greg Rosalino- Ribbon Cutting
You're Invited to Clelebrate State Farm Insurance - Greg Rosalino's Ribbon Cutting Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm Location: 1401 N. El Camino Real, 109, SC

Wednesday, February 29 - Legislative & Transportation Council Meeting
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Hosted by Saddleback Memorial Medical Center-San Clemente Campus-654 Camino de los Mares in San Clemente at 12:00 pm

Thursday, March 01 - OC Tavern - Sunset Networking Mixer
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: OC Tavern, 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente. The Chamber will be collecting canned food items to be donated to Family Assistance Ministries. Guests donating a food item will be entered into a drawing to receive a special gift from the host. Discounted Member rate $10.00-Prospective Member rate is $20.00.

Friday, March 02 - Remax Coastal Homes - Ribbon Cutting
Come Celebrate Remax Coastal Homes Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Location: 118 S. El Camino Real, SC at 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 P.M.

Thursday, March 22 - San Clemente Original Drink Contest
Location: Cafe Mimosa, 243 Ave. Del Mar, SC at 3:00pm A competition among area restaurant bartenders to see who has the best tasting original drink. Chamber members are invited to attend and watch the bartenders as they mix their specialty drink and then present their beverage for judging. Ticket price: Discounted Member rate $25.00-Prospective Member rate is $35.00. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. You must call or come by the Chamber office. Tickets will not be sold at the door. The event is from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Friday, April 13 - State of the City
San Clemente 3rd Annual State of the City Luncheon
Join us for lunch as Mayor Jim Evert shares his thoughts and vision for San Clemente. This is an excellent opportunity for you to network with local business owners, residents and members of the San Clemente City Council. The event will take place at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club, 200 Ave. La Pata in San Clemente at 11:30 a.m. For more information check our press release

Saturday, April 21 - San Clemente Micro-Brew Festival
Taste your favorite area Micro Brews at the 2nd Annual San Clemente Micro-Brew Festival, Presented by Left Coast Brewing Co., on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at Left Coast Brewing Co., 1245 Puerta Del Sol in San Clemente from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. An exciting band will be providing entertainment as you enjoy an array of Micro Brews from all over Southern California. Spark your palette with home-made food provided by various non-profit organizations. VIP opening 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. VIP admission price is $35.00 per person and tickets are available. Event open to the public at 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. General admission price is $25.00 pre-order available. $30.00 at the door. Admission includes (12) 4oz Micro Brew samples. Must be 21 to be admitted. Attendance is limited, so get your tickets early at Left Coast Brewing Co. at 949-218-3967 or purchase general admission tickets online above. For sponsorship opportunities, click here. Call the Chamber office for more details at 492-1131.

Friday, May 04 - Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
The event will take place at the Marine Memorial Golf Course at beautiful Camp Pedleton. For more information check our press release

Sunday, August 12 - 2011 Fiesta Street Festival
Time: 9am - 7pm Location: 100 & 200 block of Ave. Del Mar This exciting Street Festival features fun and activities for the whole family, including: Food and Game Booths sponsored by local nonprofit organizations, Three Stages with continuous live music throughout the day, Contests for all ages, a Salsa Challenge, Arts & Crafts Show, Kiddy Area, a Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Exhibits, Clowns, Balloon Artists, Face Painters and much more.

Sunday, October 07 - SAN CLEMENTE SEAFEST
The Seafest features a Chowder Cook-off, Fisherman’s Lobster, T. Patterson Surf Shop, Business Exposition, Arts & Craft Show, Entertainment provided by the Gemtones and a U.S. Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo Operation all taking place at the historic San Clemente Pier area. For more info www.scchamber.com

Friday, November 02 - Taste of San Clemente
The “Taste” will be held at the beautiful Talega Golf Club, 990 Ave. Del Mar, SC Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm The ticket price includes a complimentary "Taste of San Clemente" wine glass or beer mug, food, wine, entertainment and valet parking. Price is $75.00 pp. Please remember…there will absolutely be no tickets available for sale at the “door.” Call Chamber for more info 949.492.1131

Member Events

Saturday, January 28 - BeachFire- Social Green
Time:9:00pm LIVE MUSIC at 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente Call for more info. 949.366.3232

Saturday, January 28 - Marine Carwash
Proceeds helping San Clemente's adopted 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines. Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm Location: 951 Avenida Pico ,SC (Wal-Mart parking lot) for more info. 760.763.0183

Sunday, January 29 - Enne Cucina Italiana - Cooking Classes
Cooking Classes hosted by Enne Cucina Chef Nicola. $35 call for reservations. Time: 7:00pm Location: 481 Via Suerte, SC For info. call 949.492.1089

Tuesday, January 31 - The Cellar - Ben Powell
Live music. Location 156 Ave. Del Mar Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm For more info call 949.492.3663

Wednesday, February 01 - St. Roy at VINE - Wednesday Wine Tasting
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm Cost $40 per person. Location: 211 N. El Camino Real, SC For more info. 949.361.9376

Friday, February 03 - Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting - 449 Recovery, Inc.
Grand Opening at 449 Recovery, Inc., 1401 N. El Camino Real, 106, San Clemente, CA 92672 at 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. For more info. call (949)218-3008

Saturday, February 11 - 4G Verizon Wireless - Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Join Us at 4G Verizon Wireless, 120 N. El Camino Real at 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 25 - Vista Hermosa Sports Park - Ribbon Cutting
Join Us - Ribbon Cutting at Vista Hermosa Sports Park, 987 E. Vista Hermosa, SC at 9:00 a.m.

Monday, February 27 - Mustache Monday's at Taka-O Japanese Restaurant
Grow, draw, or stick on a mustache and get $4.00 import drafts, $4.00 wells, and $3.00 shot specials. Location: 425 N. El Camino Real, SC For more info. call 949.498.7111

Friday, March 23 - MAKO Foundation - Monte Carlo Madness
Time: 6:00pm - 11:00pm Location: historic Casino San Clemente For more information on event go to www.makofoundation.org

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