by Megan Guidi | Aug 26, 2020 | News
The Monterey Bay Internships (MBI) website, mbinterns.org, is designed to accommodate both students seeking internships and employers recruiting interns. The site makes it easy for students and employers to connect. However, simply making the connection between the...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 24, 2020 | News
Here is a list of the local Marina Hotels that have availability and discounts for fire evacuees as of Saturday, August 22nd. This list subject to change given the quickly changing circumstances so please call the hotel in advance to confirm accommodations rather than...
by Geno Quiroz | Aug 15, 2020 | News
The City of Marina recently announced new relaxed guidelines for businesses conducting operations outdoors. “In an effort to help businesses meet the requirements of the Monterey County Health Department with regards to the COVID-19 local emergency, outdoor use...
by Geno Quiroz | Jul 27, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Applications to be submitted to the City with supporting documentation on or before August 31, 2020, or award of loans totaling $150,000.00, whichever occurs first. The second round of funding will consider all applications received by July 6, 2020. Thereafter,...
by Casey Aguilar | Jul 21, 2020 | News
For those you not familiar with us, we are Monterey’s original walking food tour company. Our tours take you to some of our favorite locally owned and operated food stops while sharing historical and fun facts about Monterey. For sometime now we have been talking...
by Olivia Quadros | Jul 6, 2020 | Health & Fitness, News
Conveniently located in the Marina Dunes Shopping Center, the 360 Health Cafe provides fresh, delicious, organic food to locals and tourists alike. Last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Wei Su, the owner and operator of the cafe. He is dedicated to ensuring...
by Olivia Quadros | Jun 26, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
Upon graduating from California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) in 2019, I obtained much more just a degree. I formed relationships that will last a lifetime, acquired skills that will equip me for the road ahead, and experienced highs and lows that shaped me...
by Geno Quiroz | Jun 25, 2020 | News
Local restaurants have long been a vibrant part of Marina’s character and, right now, they are ready to transport you to far-flung places while you shelter in place. Restaurant owners have set up strict safety precautions, including gloves and masks for their workers,...
by Elizabeth Plante | Apr 11, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Riley Parker, Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula Infection Prevention Specialist, answers our most-asked questions about wearing a mask, using it properly, and limiting contamination. WATCH...
by Elizabeth Plante | Apr 10, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Update as of April 16: The SBA is currently unable to accept new applications for the Paycheck Protection Program based on available appropriations funding. You can learn more here. If you have already applied for a loan, please check directly with the institution...
by Steve Zmak | Apr 8, 2020 | News
Download free high-resolution panoramic aerial photos of the City of Marina taken by Steve Zmak on Crescent Avenue while sheltering in place. The provided Dropbox link will allow you to download JPEGs or view them through your web browser. Zoom and to see all the...
by Elizabeth Plante | Apr 5, 2020 | Featured Members, News
The Marina Chamber of Commerce Mourns The Loss Of An Esteemed Community Member. Marcel Antoine Nader, 36, of Junction City, KS, formerly of Marina, California, left his earthly vessel March 25, 2020. A private burial at Highland Cemetery of Junction City is to take...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 4, 2020 | Covid-19, News
In these difficult times, we want to support your business and those in our community affected by COVID-19. Please join us in a free, new program coordinated by the Marina Chamber of Commerce. Gift Cards for Good: April 11- April 30 Customers buy a gift card to...
by Geno Quiroz | Apr 4, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Gift cards have become an effective way to increase profits and, in times like these, are a nearly essential option for businesses to offer. During this shelter-in-place, most businesses are relying on new ways to bring in income while adhering to the new guidelines...
by Charla Claessen | Apr 1, 2020 | News
Junsay Oaks Senior Apartments held its grand opening ceremony on February 28th. Thank you to Elizabeth Plante and the Marina Chamber of Commerce for cutting the ribbon at the grand opening for CHISPA’s 47-unit Junsay Oaks Apartments on De Forest Rd, immediately south...
by Elizabeth Plante | Mar 31, 2020 | Covid-19, News
Update as of April 16: SBA is unable to accept new applications at this time for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)-COVID-19 related assistance program (including EIDL Advances) based on available appropriations funding. Applicants who have already submitted...
by Elizabeth Plante | Mar 31, 2020 | News
LISC will use funds to provide grants of up to $10,000 to businesses facing immediate financial pressure because of COVID-19, especially entrepreneurs of color, women-owned businesses and other enterprises that don’t have access to flexible, affordable capital in...
by Community Post | Mar 31, 2020 | Covid-19, Health & Fitness, News
From Kathy Biala, retired nurse and Board Member The most important aspect of the spread of the Coronavirus is constant hand and surface sanitizing, physical distance from other people AND not getting the virus into your body through your nose, mouth and eyes!...
by Geno Quiroz | Mar 28, 2020 | Covid-19, Health & Fitness, News
The Importance of Online Community During Shelter in Place If there is one thing we learned this month, it is the value of having an online presence and community. As the Shelter in Place was enacted a few weeks ago, there were many restrictions as to how business was...
by Dawn Aronson | Mar 20, 2020 | News
GOOD NEIGHBOR RATE The Sanctuary Beach Resort invites you to unwind close to home. Hideaway or work remotely among the dunes where wide-open spaces are met by the soothing sound of ocean waves and the glow of evening bonfires. From now through April 30,...
by Steve Zmak | Mar 19, 2020 | News
1. Redecorate your office or store with works from your favorite local artist. Wink, wink, nudge, nudge. 2. Send thank you notes and gifts to your clients and vendors. Let them know how much you enjoy your relationship, and you’ll be at the top of their minds when...
by Elizabeth Plante | Mar 13, 2020 | News
TAKING STEPS TO KEEP THE COMMUNITY SAFE AND HEALTHY. In light of the most recent information concerning COVID-19 or Coronavirus and after much discussion, the Marina Chamber of Commerce has made the decision to postpone International Flavors of Marina until further...
by Steve Hunt | Feb 12, 2020 | Homeowners, News
The Building and Planning departments of the City of Marina, along with every other city in California, are preparing themselves for the onslaught of changes to housing laws passed by the State of California and are now in effect. Three areas that will impact cities...
by Elizabeth Plante | Feb 5, 2020 | Event, Health & Fitness, News
Serving Those in Need in Marina The strength of a community is only as strong as its residents. This point underscores the pertinence of adequate and affordable health care services for every citizen, regardless of their socioeconomic status. To that end, Montage...
by Geno Quiroz | Jan 9, 2020 | News
Building New Website for Clients All Over the World Here at Monterey Premier, we are fortunate to work with big and small agencies all over the world. Most of our work is Business to Business and usually require a team of digital marketing specialists such as...
by Steve Hunt | Jan 9, 2020 | Homeowners, News
Housing Trends for Marina Written By Steve Hunt, Realtor and Marina Resident Homeowners are always curious about the value of their homes and wonder how the (real estate) “market” is currently doing? Is it a buyers or sellers’ market? Is now a good time to sell my...
by Elizabeth Plante | Dec 20, 2019 | Featured Members, Health & Fitness, News
Year after year, we start the new year with good intentions, and commit (sometimes half-heartedly) to resolutions that are supposed to make us better individuals. Sometimes we succeed before the end of the year, and sometimes, our newly found good habits are put on...
by Gabrielle Davila | Dec 20, 2019 | News
Monterey Bay Internships is a resource that helps ease the transition for young adults from higher education to the workforce. Employers can take advantage of the talent groomed here at home. Students receive the training necessary to meet the employment needs of our...
by Elizabeth Plante | Dec 6, 2019 | News
It’s The Story of a New Local Favorite Bar feat. December’s Marina Cash Lunch Mob and The General Sports Bar Several of us were supposed to meet met for lunch at The General Sports Bar with cash in hand and “Marina Pride” in our hearts. We were supposed to...
by Geno Quiroz | Nov 21, 2019 | News
We are accepting nominations for Treasurer of the Marina Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. If you are interested in finances and financial reporting, the economic vitality of our community, a local business owner that wants to help be a voice for other local...
