by Hayley Swann | Nov 24, 2021 | Event, News
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday deal? SURE! Why not? If you’ve ever considered getting a membership to our Chamber of Commerce but have been hesitant, now is a good time to give it a try! We are offering a deal for all NEW memberships at 50% off the...
by Hayley Swann | Nov 18, 2021 | Event, News
If you haven’t made Thanksgiving plans yet come join others in the community with a Let’s Give Thanks Together! Free Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 25th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The dinner will be at the Marina Community Center at 211 Hillcrest...
by The Marina Foundation | Nov 15, 2021 | News
Captain Gordon R. Nakagawa Scholarship Wreaths Across America – Living Wreath Fundraiser Now through November 29th The Marina Foundation has partnered again this year with Wreaths Across America (WAA) so that donations can be made for living wreaths to go...
by Geno Quiroz | Oct 28, 2021 | News
2021 has been another challenging year, and we have yet to know what the rest of the year will bring, but we can put our efforts together to create a positive holiday experience for our community this November. Your Marina Chamber of Commerce is once again encouraging...
by Geno Quiroz | Oct 8, 2021 | News
On September 9, 2021, the Marina Chamber of Commerce hosted a workshop on the downtown specific plan. We were joined by City officials who were able to give us some updates and helped address questions from the public The goal of this workshop was to provide an...
by Geno Quiroz | Sep 24, 2021 | News
Marina Chamber of Commerce member, Blue Zones Project Monterey County encourages changes in our community that lead to healthier options and improved lives. When our entire community participates – from our worksites and schools to our restaurants and grocery stores –...
by Hayley | Sep 15, 2021 | News
Employers can post their internship opportunities for free on Monterey Bay Internships, mbinterns.org. The site is easy and accessible to use, connecting you to local college students eager to be mentored and receive real-world work...
by Central Cost Community Energy | Sep 1, 2021 | News
Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE) has created a Vendor Registry and wants you to register your business and share with other local, small to medium businesses. The goal of the directory is to increase the economic benefit of CCCE to these organizations by...
by Monterey Bay Moves | Sep 1, 2021 | News
Getting Back to Health Post Quarantine Change is hard. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have had to overcome different challenges and create new daily routines. Social distancing and isolation have been found to have significant negative effects on a...
by Hayley | Aug 30, 2021 | News
Join Monterey Bay Career Connect LinkedIn Group to connect for careers, recruitments, internships, and more throughout the region!
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 28, 2021 | News, Reviews
This is a list of the “Top 25” Locals’ Favorite Restaurants in Marina, California as chosen by members of the Marina Community Facebook Group. I recently asked the members of this group to “please let me know who your favorites are and...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 22, 2021 | News
The Marina Chamber of Commerce is Seeking an Experienced Administrative Assistant. Do you live in Marina? Do you enjoy helping others succeed? Do you like meeting fun and interesting people? Do you like working from home? Are you interested in making a few extra $$...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 8, 2021 | News, Things To Do
For visitors looking to get off the beaten path, Marina is for you. We take pride in our parks, beaches, and open spaces. I recently asked members of the Marina Community Facebook Group what some of their favorite outdoor activities are and this is what many of them...
by Geno Quiroz | Jul 25, 2021 | News, President Updates
Geno Quiroz President and Chair (2019-2021) Owner / Monterey Premier Digital Marketing Agency — I could not be more honored to serve as President & Chair of the Marina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors during these challenging times. The Chamber has a...
by Geno Quiroz | Jun 7, 2021 | News
WordPress has become synonymous with owning your own business website. The software is built with the user in mind for both the non-tech person and the developer. WordPress is fast, secure, and regularly updated. Unlike Wix, Weebly, or Squarespace, WordPress is an...
by Elizabeth Plante | Apr 30, 2021 | Covid-19, News
We wanted to send out this note about the opening of Round 6 of the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program and the SBA Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Program Here are some additional details about the two respective programs: California Relief Grant...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 23, 2021 | Covid-19, News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2021 Kimbley Craig, President & CEO, Monterey County Business Council We wanted to send out this note about the opening of the Restaurant Relief Fund from the SBA, which may provide some relief for your business. Here are some...
by Marina Coast Water District | Apr 1, 2021 | News
Incentive money is available to support your Water-Wise landscape renovations! Marina Coast Water District customers can receive incentives to replace old irrigation controllers, install flow sensors and master valves, replace lawn areas with low water use plantings,...
by Elizabeth Plante | Mar 23, 2021 | News
Spring is finally here, days are getting longer each day, Monterey County has moved into Red Tier and it is so good to be alive in Marina! Every quarter, Monterey Bay Moves organizes wellness challenges that focus on increasing daily physical activity in the community...
by Geno Quiroz | Mar 19, 2021 | News
The Department of the Treasury and IRS announced yesterday that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing additional guidance in the coming days....
by Geno Quiroz | Mar 17, 2021 | Covid-19, News
As of March 17, 2021, Monterey County is in the Red Tier for Substantial in California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. On August 31, 2020, the State of California implemented a Color Tier System to help track the loosening and tightening of restrictions by County....
by Geno Quiroz | Mar 3, 2021 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2021 Sacramento, CA – California’s Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), part of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), announced today four new funding rounds for the California Small Business...
by Geno Quiroz | Feb 27, 2021 | News
The US Small Business Administration’s 504 Loan Program, also known as the Certified Development Company Program, provides affordable long term, fixed-rate financing to help healthy, expanding small and medium sized businesses grow. The loans are for acquiring...
by Geno Quiroz | Feb 26, 2021 | News
Let Your Tastebuds Travel! Marina’s many local and family owned restaurants offer a diverse range of cuisines that take you around the world! That is why your local Marina Chamber of Commerce has hosted the very popular biennial Flavors of Marina event for the...
by Juliana Veile | Feb 24, 2021 | News
http://www.thesoxbox.com If you’re searching for socks that are cool and unique check out The Sox Box! They also create customized socks, if you have a cool design you want on your socks they can do that for you! The Sox Box is more than socks – it’s...
by Kristin Darken | Feb 3, 2021 | News
Multiple vacancies exist for the MPC Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee, which is charged with monitoring Measures I and V bond-related expenditures at Monterey Peninsula Comunity College District. The committee consists of a minimum of seven members appointed...
by Elizabeth Plante | Dec 24, 2020 | Covid-19, News
On Monday, Dec. 21st, the Marina Chamber of Commerce held an emergency meeting for Marina businesses. The Marina Chamber of Commerce is looking at ways we can work together to help our business community survive the crisis, disseminate information, provide resources,...
by Juliana Veile | Dec 23, 2020 | Featured Members, News
The Friends of the Marina Library Love for Their Community Through sales from The Friends of the Marina Library bookstore called Friends Community Bookstore, The Friends of the Marina Library has been able to fund their local library by paying for programs and...
by Juliana Veile | Dec 23, 2020 | Featured Members, News
http://WWW.OCEANROCKCHURCH.COM A community Church for those searching for a deeper connection with Jesus. Ocean Rock Church is a community Church and their goal is “Bridging the gap between man kind and Jesus Christ.” Not just the love for Jesus that makes...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 19, 2020 | News
This November, the Marina Chamber of Commerce initiated the Buy Local Marina Campaign from November 1st to November 28th. This year has been challenging and we have yet to know what the rest of the year will bring, but we can put our efforts together to create a...
