The holidays are fast approaching, and to get in that spirit, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce's last two Sundowners of 2012 will be about more than just business networking, they'll be about giving as well.
The November Sundowner, "'Tis the Season to be Giving," will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at the new Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort and Spa, located at One Ponto Road. Attendees can bring gifts to benefit North County Solutions for Change.
The Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort & Spa warmly welcomes neighbor residents and businesses to enjoy its ocean-view Chandler's Restaurant and Lounge, serving coastal regional cuisine and daily Happy Hour, as well as the luxurious and beautiful Ocean Crest Spa. The new resort features 215 guest rooms and suites, many of them offering panoramic ocean views, as well as 25,000 square-feet of stylish event space, presenting an outstanding new option for local meetings, weddings and social gatherings.
North County Solutions for Change is an organization whose mission is to end family homelessness for kids and communities one family, one community at a time.
For Chamber members, admission to this Sundowner will be $10 (cash only) at the door, or a new, unwrapped toy of equal or greater value.
If you are a Chamber member who offers products to consumers (not services), you can join the roster of businesses who will have tabletop sales exhibits at the November Sundowner for $49. The availability of table tops is limited, so act now to secure your spot.
The December Sundowner, "Toast the Holidays," will be held Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Karl Strauss Brewing Company in Carlsbad, 5801 Armada Drive.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Carlsbad Christmas Bureau Adopt-A-Family Project, which helps businesses, organizations and individuals adopt needy families within Carlsbad and provide gifts and food to help them celebrate the holidays.
Since 1989, Karl Strauss Brewing Company has pioneered the local beer scene in San Diego. Karl Strauss is known for brewing an innovative line-up of award-winning beers ranging from longtime favorites like Red Trolley Ale to new releases like Wreck Alley Imperial Stout. In 2011, Karl Strauss brewed 40,000 barrels and ranked 44th on the list of the country's top craft breweries. The company recently expanded distribution to Northern California and opened its seventh brewery restaurant.
In addition to allowing attendees to give back to these worthy causes, the Sundowners give attendees the opportunity to network and celebrate a year of making connections.
Admission to the Sundowners is $10 (cash only) for members.
Prospective members must call the chamber to RSVP and for pricing.
The Chamber is still looking for members to donate free items for the Sundowner raffles.
For more information, contact Kathy Steffen at [email protected] or call 760-931-8400.

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