By webmaster Larry McIntyre

Over 100 holiday-spirited members and guests attended the RBBA's
2nd Annual Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighhting and Reception.
And what a wonderfully festive time it was. Much thanks goes to our host
Steve Riddle, who provided the perfect setting at RB's San Diego National Bank
and to Marty Judge, RBBA
board member, who originated
the idea of a Christmas Tree
and Menorah lighting event.

Food was plentiful and
provided by the best of our
local restaurants including
Athens Market Cafe, Bernard'O
Restaurant, Cafe Merlot,
El Pollo Loco, Mr. Charlie's
Fortune Cookie and Yanni's
Bistro.

5th District City Councilman Brian Maienschein emceed the program and
introduced San Diego Fire Chief Tracy Jarman who officially ordered the lighting
of the tree and Menorah. Firefighters from RB's Fire Station 33 were also
introduced. Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein of Congregation Chabad and Msgr. Dennis
Mikulanis of San Rafael Catholic Church gave invocations. Marty Judge gave a
champagne toast to the firefighters andcaroling music was performed by the
Rancho Bernardo High School Madrigals led by Director Lisa Friedrick. Mr. Music
Rancho Bernardo,Jack Mitchell, played holiday music on his trumpet.

The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society and Melvie Maigaard of Gift Basket
Express displayed their wares. Door prizes were given by LaVerne Beck of Fresh
Air Focus and Beverly Merrill and Associates gave tickets to the Press Club's
holiday event and a Press Club membership.

The event was covered by KUSI News and was featured on the nightly news
that evening. To watch that coverage, click here. . And don't miss the photo album of the event. Just click here:

Our newest RBBA member, Capri Blu Italian Bistro & Wine Bar, will kick off
the first RBBA reception for 2008, Tuesday, January 15th.
Don't miss this reception at one of the
community's newest and most exciting
restaurants. Capri Blu Manager, Michelle
Limon, promises a wonderful evening for
all of us with a variety of tastes from
their menu. If you would like to cap off
the evening by joining some of your
friends for dinner at Capri Blu, we suggest
you make reservations in advance by calling Capri Blu at (858) 673-5100 so
you will be assured of seating. For menus
or more information about Capri Blu, visit
their website at: www.capri-blu.com

The reception is Tuesday, January 15th, from 5:30pm-7:00pm. Admission is
free for members and $5 for non-members and guests, and the first drink is
always on the RBBA. Capri Blu is located in the 4S Commons Town Center at
10436 Craftsman Way, Suite 120 in 4S Ranch off Rancho Bernardo Rd.
For more information about this reception, click here.
Please RSVP by Friday, January 11th, to Mary at 858-451-3406 or by email
to Mary at: marys@RBBusinessAssociation.com.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, February 12th and join
RBBA members and guests at Bernardo Heights Country Club
for another in a series of RBBA Educational luncheons. Rob Weinberg, Mr. Marketing, will conduct a seminar on creating
and producing electronic newsletters that produce results.
There will be a reception at 11:30am and lunch will begin at
noon. Please specify your menu choice(s) when replying by
email or phone: Grill Fired Rosemary Beef Skewers over rice
pilaf with seasonal vegetables or Pecan Crusted Chicken
fanned over fresh Egg Fettucine with Goat Cheese, Sundried" Tomatoes, Red Onion and Garlic
The cost of the luncheon is $20 for RBBA members and $30 for non-members.
For more information click here

To All RBBA Members, Don't Miss This Historical Event.
Mark Your Calendars Now!
The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society Cordially Invites
The Rancho Bernardo Business Association Membership
to a Ground Breaking for The Rancho Bernardo History Museum
Saturday, February 9, 2008, 10:00 AM, At The Bernardo Winery

For more information about the Historical Society, visit their web site at: http://www.rbhistoricalsociety.org

Did you know that many of our members have special offers online at RBPhoneBook.com that you can use over and over again? Here are direct
links to special offers from fine restaurants, mailing services, plumbers and
more. Just click on any link below, print out the offer and take advantage
of the savings.
Bernard'O Restaurant
Bernardo Flooring & Design
Cafe Merlot in the Bernardo Winery
Cafe on the Park at Courtyard by Marriott
George Plumbing
Hilton Garden Inn
Mr. Charlie's Fortune Cookie
RB Chiropractic
The Great American Grill in the Hilton Garden Inn-RB
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