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Mixer Review - BigBear CabinCare
-0/8-/2010
Networking Works!
This mixer evening was held at the private residence of Bob & Suzanne Calgagni, owners of BigBear CabinCare, in Castle Glen Estates.
After ... [more...]

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BE AWARE -
-0/8-/2010
Local restaurants may receive information that implies that they need to install a "waste monitoring system" on their sanitary sewer lateral. This information may also include ... [more...]

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Chamber Mixer Review - FarSight Studios July 27th
-0/7-/2010
FarSight Studios
611 Spruce Rd.
Big Bear Lake
FarSight Studios and its staff have been developing top products across many platforms for over two decades. From ... [more...]

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Mixer Evening Review: The Copper Q, July 13th
-0/7-/2010
What a lovely evening we all had.
The Copper Q, 645 Pine Knot Ave., hosted a splendid event and showcased their business very well.
Stalcup Landscape ... [more...]

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Big Bear Chili Cook-Off - This Saturday, July 17th
-0/7-/2010
Come one and all to experience this Southwest Showdown, held at the Bartlett Rd. Parking Lot.
July 17th, 10am-6pm FREE to attend!
Tasting kits are $3, and ... [more...]

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Social Networking Seminar: August 10th
-0/7-/2010
Tuesday, August 10th- 8:30am-10:30am
Chamber Conference Room
Get started with social networking! Learn how to tap into this free marketing resource:
-set up your ... [more...]

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July Feature Member
-0/7-/2010
Our feature member for July, does not have a website link, so we are letting you know about our member here.
The Mountain Patrol was created July 4th, 2003, to volunteer ... [more...]

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Strategic Business Development - FREE Seminar
-0/6-/2010
Thursday June 24, 2010
8:00am-12:00pm
Location: Best Western, 42200 Moonridge Road, Big Bear Lake, Ca 92315
FREE EVENT
In this four hour program: ... [more...]

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Welcome Jordan & "Live Your Dreams Fair" - June 9th
-0/6-/2010
Come and welcome back our world record holders! Celebrate their amazing accomplishment.
"Welcome Jordan" and "Live Your Dreams Fair",
* Wed., June 9th,
* at ... [more...]

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Bowling Barn Mixer - in Review
-0/5-/2010
It seemed we all had a really fun night at the Bowling Barn Mixer on Tuesday evening , May 25th.
Co-Sponsored by Debby Hughes-CruiseOne, and Sally Hill-Sweet Basil ... [more...]

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Chamber Brings Well Known Economist to 2nd Annual Economic Summit
-0/5-/2010
The Chamber, in partnership with the City of Big Bear Lake, secured Brad Kemp of Los Angeles based Beacon Economics. A well-known expert on California labor markets, Mr. Kemp has ... [more...]

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HWY 330 IS OPEN
-0/5-/2010
CalTrans worked around the clock, and have achieved what we all wanted. The 330 is now open!
During the next 1-2 weeks work will continue & there will be one lane open at ... [more...]

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Chamber Solicits Nominations for Community Honors Awards
-0/5-/2010
The Chamber of Commerce is currently soliciting nominations for its community honors awards, which include the following categories:
– volunteer of the year,
- ... [more...]

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Spectator's Guide to AMGEN Tour of California
-0/5-/2010
2010 Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 Finish in Big Bear Lake
Friday- May 21, 2010
Arrive Early:
The finish line area on Summit Blvd. is expected to fill up ... [more...]

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Traffic Delay Schedule during AMGEN Tour of California
-0/5-/2010
Friday, May 21 from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Hwy 2 between Big Pine and Sheep Canyon Rd. Westbound traffic will experience delays up to 30 minutes.
The Hwy 138 ramps at ... [more...]

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Carbon Monoxide Detectors Required Under New Law
-0/5-/2010
Some Homes Require Installation By July 2011
Sacramento, CA -
A Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm should not be confused with a smoke alarm. A smoke alarm tells you to ... [more...]

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Chamber Focuses on Big Bear's Health and Wellness.
-0/5-/2010
April and May are centered around the importance of getting ourselves outside, getting healthy, and living well.
The April & May Power Breakfasts kicked off the two ... [more...]

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Fashion Show ~ April 21st ~ Today
-0/4-/2010
Tickets at the door ~ near to selling out!
The Chamber Maids are putting on a fashion show today, at the Northwoods Resort. Social Hour will be 11am, Lunch will be served ... [more...]

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FREE SEMINAR TODAY- Labor & Employment Law SPACES AVAILABLE
-0/3-/2010
Come at 10am this morning for a 2 hour seminar.
If you employ, or intend to employ people, you will need to hear this.
Geoffrey Hopper, of Geoffrey Hopper & ... [more...]

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New Member - Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation
-0/3-/2010
This is a new member non-profit organization, with the following message:
With more visitors to our Forest than both Yellowstone and Yosemite combined, it is no wonder ... [more...]

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Power Breakfast - March 4th
-0/3-/2010
Members & Non-Members come and network!
BVUSD Superintendant, Dr. Nancy Wright will be speaking about Bear Valley Unified School District. If you havent had a chance to ... [more...]

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Get your Tickets for "A Night of Moonshine & Mayhem"
-0/2-/2010
Snow will NOT stop this event!
Visit the Link below to Register for this year's Fantasy Auction. Find out more information about "A Night of Moonshine & Mayhem," ... [more...]

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Plan Ahead - Snow Removal Services
-0/2-/2010
With the amount of snow we have had, and will get, we recommend you call ahead to make arrangements for snow clearance.
If you do not get your snow cleared regularly, it can ... [more...]

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Chamber Practice Night at Wyatt's!
-0/2-/2010
Join the Chamber Wednesday, February 17th, for good food, company and dancing!
Line dancing starts at 7:00pm.
Get a head start, and learn some dance steps ... [more...]

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Big Bear is OPEN !!!! Latest info 9:00am 02/11/10
-0/2-/2010
Thursday, February 11th:
Visitors & Residents are allowed to come up & down on ALL highways.
ALL CLEAR !!!
You MUST however, carry chains/cables, it is ... [more...]

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New Member Orientation - Feb 11, Noon - 2pm
-0/2-/2010
Come on over to our conference room, bring your lunch if you like. I will put on the coffee/tea.
We will go over:
Benefits of membership
Promotional ... [more...]

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SNOW !!!???
-0/1-/2010
Here we go!
It is good to remember that weather can change like a snap, and we must all be prepared.
During this time of year, please always carry the ... [more...]

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Social Networking Seminar Cancelled: Rescheduled for Feb 9th.
-0/1-/2010
Due to the wonderful snow we are recieving in the Big Bear Valley, the Social Networking Seminar Scheduled for Thursday January 21st has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled ... [more...]

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“Wooden Nickels” Hit Streets
-0/1-/2010
The Chamber launches a new referral program
With over 50,000 visitors and locals walking into the Visitors Center and countless phone inquiries, the Chamber staff is ... [more...]

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AMGEN - Tour of California
-0/1-/2010
What would an international audience do for YOUR business?
If you want to get "IN" on the promotional opportunities that this international event creates, please contact ... [more...]

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Member Restaurants Open Christmas Day:
-1/2-/2009
Please visit our member restaurants who are promoting themselves on Christmas Day.
Get The Burger (Fox Farm Rd.), 909-866-8800
- Regular Menu
Evergreen ... [more...]

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Bear Creek Resort - Grand Opening Today! - 5pm
-1/2-/2009
Come along and support new business: Bear Creek Resort at 5pm tonight.
They are located at 40210 Big Bear Blvd., across the street from Azteca Grill & Sugar Pine Bake ... [more...]

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Businesses Move Forward
-1/2-/2009
We have had a lot of movement in the Big Bear Valley this year.
Here are just a few noteable examples:
Bear Valley Printing relocated to the Alpine Center and ... [more...]

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Business Owners Club ~ FREE Thursday 12/17/09 CALL NOW!
-1/2-/2009
"2009 Business Owners Club"
Business Plan & Financing - Assess your company's financing needs for the next two years. Identify possible sources of funding - intenal ... [more...]

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Chamber Activities Schedule 2009
-1/2-/2009
Networking is one of the most powerful marketing strategies to accelerate and sustain success for any individual or organization!
It is about making connections and ... [more...]

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NO MIXER TONIGHT !!!
-1/2-/2009
Due to the amount of snow, and the rescheduling of the Soroptomist's Dinner & Auction,
our members from the Moonridge Boardwalk have decided to cancel their Mixer ... [more...]

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Twas the Night Before Christmas: Shop Big Bear Edition
-1/2-/2009
By Marlene Cain (read at the December 3rd Power Breakfast)
‘Twas the night before Christmas and
All through the Village
Not a shopper was stirring
Was ... [more...]

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Happy Thanksgiving!
-1/1-/2009
We have a number of member businesses who are ready to serve you a wonderul dinner!
Please look them up under "Restaurants" and support these members during the Holiday ... [more...]

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Our Leader Returns!
-1/1-/2009
Sara Russ, our CEO and President of the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce, returns on Monday, November 16th. Hooray!!!
Aiden is a healthy, bouncing 11 lbs., now, and doing ... [more...]

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Chamber Mixer - Review
-1/1-/2009
The Big Bear Masonic lodge is located at 880 N. Summit Blvd.
The Masons put on a great mixer!
They were all really well turned out in their suits.
They ... [more...]

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Power Breakfast ~ Thursday - Nov 5th
-1/1-/2009
The monthly Power Breakfast offers networking opportunities for member businesses, as well as speakers who provide a vast array of informative business and community related ... [more...]

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Did you have a Happy Halloween?
-1/1-/2009
We hope you all enjoyed some of the events and festivities of Halloween.
Angela and Pam handed out candy to the masses that came to Trick Or Treat in the ... [more...]

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Mixer @ Snow Summit - Review
-1/0-/2009
There has always been a great turnout for this event, and this year was no exception!
Our hosts: Bear Mountain Resorts at Snow Summit, provided historic video of the ... [more...]

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Chamber On The Green - Big Bear Chamber Golf Classic - Oct. 23rd
-1/0-/2009
The Chamber On The Green will be on Friday, October 23rd.
Teams of four - Best Ball - Great Prizes.
And play will be followed by an awards dinner.
Come join the ... [more...]

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A Chilly Chili Evening - Review
-1/0-/2009
This annual Mixer is traditionally held outside, BUT.......
Due to the prediction of RAIN, Northwoods generously agreed to set up their ballroom for us, and put on a bar with ... [more...]

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IT'S A BOY !!! - photo attached
-1/0-/2009
Congratulations to Mike and Sara Russ on the birth of their son, September 17th.
Aiden Joseph Russ has already gained a pound on his birth weight and is doing ... [more...]

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Senator Roy Ashburn's Mobile Office Sept. 29th
-0/9-/2009
A representative from Senator Roy Ashburn's office will be holding office hours on Tuesday, September 29th from 9:00am till 11:00am.
The representative will ... [more...]

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Casino Night ~ See you TONIGHT Sept. 15th ~TICKETS AT THE DOOR
-0/9-/2009
Northwoods Resort brings us a Magician from the Las Vegas Lance Burton Show: A Magician
Get your tickets tonight and get ready to enjoy another evening of gaming and ... [more...]

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"Friday Nights in the Village" : Sept 11th
-0/9-/2009
Come over to the Village 5-8pm, for the "Friday Nights in the Village" event.
The Village Business Association is looking to extend the run, so stay ... [more...]

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First Friday in Fawnskin, October 2nd
-0/9-/2009
Fawnskin, California – Everyone is invited to join the fun at First Fridays in Fawnskin, through October.
From 4-8 pm, there will be a climbing wall, a bounce house, and ... [more...]

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Welcome Angela!
-0/9-/2009
The Big Bear Chamber of Commerce welcomes Angela Meyers as the new Communications and Events Coordinator. In this role Meyers will be responsible for all marketing and publicity ... [more...]

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Visitor Center Ad Slots~Bargain
-0/9-/2009
Where can you place an ad,
9 1/2" tall x 11 1/2" wide
billboard style
change it as often as you want
seen by 150-200 people per day
only $25 per ... [more...]

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Chamber Maids Rock!
-0/8-/2009
The Chamber Maids, a women’s auxiliary group of the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce, held their annual "giving" luncheon on August 19th, 2009 at the Northwoods Resort and Conference ... [more...]

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Saturday Aug. 8th - College Application/Registration
-0/8-/2009
SUPER SATURDAY ONE-STOP REGISTRATION EVENT
Big Bear High School 9:00am - 2:00pm
9:00am -10:00am - Application Process
(New ... [more...]

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Congratulations Chambermaids !!!
-0/8-/2009
In the Old Miner's Parade, our Chambermaids took 1st Place for Service Organizations!
Congratulations Ladies!
Sandy Washabaugh - President, and her team ... [more...]

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Chamber Shopping Cart
-0/7-/2009
Your Big Bear Chamber of Commerce is shopping for donations of the following articles for Chamber use:
Digital camera
If you are able to donate any of the items ... [more...]

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Top 10 Reasons to Buy Local in the whole of Big Bear Valley!
-0/7-/2009
1. Keep money in the community. For every $100 spent in locally owned businesses $45 goes back into the community.
2. Create and Retain jobs. Small local businesses are ... [more...]

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Senator Ashburn's Mobile Office Hours: July 24th
Returns to Big Bear Lake
-0/7-/2009
Big Bear Lake - Senator Roy Ashburn (R-Bakersfield) is pleased to announce his July mobile office hours for Big Bear Lake.
A representative of the Senator will provide ... [more...]

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Thank you for Supporting The Rotary Club of Big Bear Lake & The 2009 Fireworks on the Lake
-0/7-/2009
Your support of this event is greatly appreciated
On behalf of the Rotary Club, the Chamber will continue to accept checks for the pledges made for one of the best ... [more...]

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June 11th ~ Business Owners Club ~ Last Track 1 Session
-0/6-/2009
"2009 Business Owners Club"
Financing & Credit Collections
Class & One-on-One Counseling
Big Bear Lake, Hofert Hall @ THE PAC
9:00am - Noon ~ ... [more...]

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2009 Economic Summit Hosted by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce & Northwoods Resort & Conference Center
-0/6-/2009
June 4th @ The Northwoods Resort & Conference Center ~ 8:15a.m. - 12:15p.m.
$25.00 FOR CHAMBER MEMBERS
$35.00 FOR NON-MEMBERS
BIG BEAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ... [more...]

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Thank you Jennifer Frazee
-0/5-/2009
For bringing together The Big Bear Valley Contractors Association.
Chamber Mixer on Tuesday, May 26th!
For more information on hosting a mixer or donating prizes ... [more...]

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Vote on May 19th
-0/5-/2009
Please Remember to Vote on May 19th! [more...]

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California Small Business Day ~ May 26th
-0/5-/2009
An event you can't afford to miss! 78 Legislators will be honoring small businesses from their districts!
Speaker Karen Bass and Senate Republican Leader Dennis ... [more...]

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May Newsletter to be On-line Soon
-0/5-/2009
Due to technical difficulties ~ There has been a delay in getting the May newsletter uploaded to the Chamber website.
Please be patient and we will have it on-line just a ... [more...]

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May 7th City of Big Bear Lake & Building and Safety Division ~ 11th Open House
-0/5-/2009
On May 7th ~ 5pm-7pm
The City of Big Bear Lake Cordially Invites You to Our Eleventh Open House ~ In Recognition of International Building Safety Week "Building & Safety: ... [more...]

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R.S.V.P. Now for April 30th ~ 12 @ 12
-0/4-/2009
12 SPACES available for a unique FREE networking opportunity!!!
Who: 12 different Big Bear Lake Businesses - those that are on the west side of Pine Knot, and west to the ... [more...]

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Congratulations Chambermaids For a Fabulous & Fun Fashion Show
-0/4-/2009
The Chambermaid Luncheon & Fashion Show held on April 15th at Northwoods Resort was fabulous!
As were all the cakes hand-baked by our Chambermaids for the silent ... [more...]

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2 FREE Seminars Hosted by The Inland Empire Small Business Development Center
-0/4-/2009
Tuesday, May 12th-New Employer Tax Seminar
9a.m.-4p.m. - 15490 Civic Center Drive, Victorville
Thursday, May 21st-How to Start a Small Business
6p.m.-8p.m. 15555 ... [more...]

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Chamber Casino Night Thank you & Congratulations!
-0/3-/2009
CHAMBER CASINO NIGHT ~ Tuesday March 24th ~ Thank you to Nottinghams Restaurant & Tavern, All our Volunteers & Congratulations Winners!
Fun was had by all at Nottinghams ... [more...]

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Chamber Spotlight Opportunities
-0/3-/2009
As a Chamber Member, one of your benefits includes an opportunity to showcase your business on Good Day Big Bear, Channel 6 with the Chamber Spotlight Segment on Tuesday ... [more...]

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Locals Shop HERE!
-0/6-/2008
7 Things to Consider when Creating a Locals' Promotion
1. Make it easy. The simpler the better.
2. Decide on the format for your promotion, such as a 2 ... [more...]

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Chamber Board Votes to
Support Measure Q
-0/5-/2008
At the last open board meeting of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, it was an unanimous vote to support Measure Q. Measure Q is the hospital bond on the June 3rd ballot, ... [more...]

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Mussel Mayhem!
-0/4-/2008
Mussels Pose Economic Threat to Valley
Many have heard of the mussels that threaten Big Bear Lake and all freshwater lakes, but what most do not know is the economic ... [more...]

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Overcoming, Surviving, and Thriving into 2008 and Beyond
-1/2-/2007
With road closures, forest closures and even a lake closure during the recent fires, Big Bear is affected in devastating ways even though the fire didn’t burn any of our homes or ... [more...]

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What You Need To Know Before You Visit The Mountains This Winter
-1/2-/2007
San Bernardino County – The snow is here and driving in the winter terrain can be challenging. Caltrans, California Highway Patrol (CHP), U.S. Forest Service, San Bernardino ... [more...]

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ChamberMaids Afternoon Tea
-0/9-/2007
ChamberMaids Afternoon Tea September 19, 2007, Noon – 2pm
This years ChamberMaids Afternoon Tea will be held in the white tent Marina Resort 40770 Lakeview Drive, Big Bear ... [more...]

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Sara Russ Hired as the New Executive Director of the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce
-0/9-/2007
NEW POSITION FOR A LOCAL FACE
Sara Russ Hired as the New Executive Director of the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce
The Big Bear Chamber of Commerce is pleased to ... [more...]

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The Big Bear Chamber needs your help
-0/8-/2007
We are looking for interested business owners who are willing to become involved with one of the following sub-committees. If you feel that you can contribute your time and ... [more...]

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Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation Dinner & Awards
-0/6-/2007
San Bernardino County Supervisor Dennis Hansberger swears in new Board at the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner on June 19th 2007.
Awards given out ... [more...]

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www.ThinIsIn.org
-0/5-/2007
In 2003, the communities within Big Bear Valley were forced to evacuate due to the dangerous threat of the “Old Fire”. The complex fires of ’03 (Old Fire, Cedar Fire, Grand Prix ... [more...]

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Position Available
-0/4-/2007
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Responsibilities of the Executive Director include, but are not limited to, managing a staff, overseeing all accounting functions and financial ... [more...]

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Networking After Hours
-0/4-/2007
Increase your professional network, and have some fun by attending the Chamber's Networking After Hours. Networking After Hours will be held the second Tuesday of March, ... [more...]

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Backup your data
-0/2-/2007
Axiom #1 of Business:
“There are only two kinds of businesses:
Those who have lost data, and those who are about to lose data.”
Why Backup?
1. Do you ... [more...]

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Healthy Start Family Fun Night!
-0/9-/2006
It's the biggest event that Healthy Start sponsors! A community event where local and government agencies and service organizations provide free food, fun and resources for ... [more...]

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Big Bear Not Threatened by Fire
-0/7-/2006
While residents and visitors in Big Bear can see the massive cloud of smoke in the eastern horizon, the fire is not a threat to Big Bear. All roads into and out of Big Bear are ... [more...]

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Northwoods Resort Wins Spruce Up For Spring Sweepstakes
-0/6-/2006
Jerri Boone, Chamber Executive Director, presents Lynne Baker, Northwoods Resort General Manager, with a $500 check for winning the Annual Spruce Up For Spring Sweepstakes. Jeff ... [more...]

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Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation Dinner & Meeting
-0/6-/2006
The Big Bear Chamber of Commerce presents its Annual Installation Dinner & Meeting on Tuesday, June 20th, 2006, at Northwoods Resort, 40650 Village Dr. in Big Bear Lake, with ... [more...]

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Road Conditions & Closures
-0/3-/2006
Big Bear has received plenty of snow recently to allow all types of great outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, tubing, and sledding ... [more...]

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Big Bear is Getting Tons of Snow!
-0/3-/2006
Winter has finally hit Big Bear with lots of white stuff and cold temperatures. As of Friday at 4:00p.m. we have received approximately eight inches of snow.
There is ... [more...]

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Chamber’s Fantasy Auction & Fabulous Food Fair
was a Huge Success
-0/2-/2006
Wow! What an amazing night! For those of you who did not attend out 16th Annual Fantasy Auction & Fabulous Food Fair, you missed out.
This year’s theme was ... [more...]

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16th Annual Fantasy Auction & Masquerade Ball
-1/2-/2005
The Big Bear Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to attend our 16th Annual Fantasy Auction & Fabulous Food Fair on Sunday, February 12, 2006. As you know this is the ... [more...]

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Celebrate New Year’s in Style at one of Big Bear’s Hot Spots
-1/2-/2005
New Year’s Eve is a time to get dressed up and have a night out on the town. Luckily for visitors and locals alike, Big Bear has many places to make bringing in the New Year a ... [more...]

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The Place to be for Christmas
-1/2-/2005
If you are looking for a little Christmas spirit, you don’t need to look any further than the Big Bear Valley. On the weekends, you will find Santa and Mrs. Claus in good ... [more...]

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COME SKI AND BOARD IN BIG BEAR!
-1/2-/2005
The countdown to opening day at Bear Mountain is on with only a few hours until skiers and snowboarders will be making turns, sessioning an abundance of jibs and having fun at the ... [more...]

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Sponsors Needed for Fantasy Auction
-1/1-/2005
The upcoming 16th Annual Fantasy Auction, scheduled February 12, 2006, is revving up to be our best event yet. The theme is “Masquerade Ball” and will be a black-tie optional ... [more...]

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Big Bear Has Snow!!!
-1/1-/2005
It may be summer weather in the cities, but winter has definately returned to Big Bear Lake's two snowplay areas, each of which is set to open for inner tubing on Friday, ... [more...]

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Get Involved With the Chamber
-1/1-/2005
The Chamber continues to work with multiple agencies to stay abreast of the changing forest and the impact on the valley. If you have any questions related to this fire season, ... [more...]

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