Changing up the “Shop Redlands” focus… the Young Professionals Network of the Chamber is orchestrating a new approach to focus attention on shopping locally.

You’ve heard of flash mobs, where people appear to randomly gather and break into elaborate song and dance routines, well instead of breaking into song, the Young Professionals are bringing together CASH MOBS …. where members of “mobs” break open their wallets to spend money at locally owned businesses.  The formula is straightforward: People commit to spending at least $20 each at a local business to help support, expose and market it, which hopefully brings in new customers.

Like flash mobs, cash mobs are organized using social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and email.  While the name of the business will remain “top secret” until the day of the “mob” the excitement and anticipation will grow each day. The mob will meet at a central location and descend on the business en-mass, creating a sense of fun, excitement and most of all; support for our local businesses.

After the mobbing participants will gather at a “watering hole” to compare notes, show off purchases, meet new friends and plan the next mob.

Log on the REDLANDSCASHMOB or call the Chamber office to learn more about this month’s Cash Mob. If you would like to be “mobbed” contact the Chamber office at 793-2546 or email us at info@redlandschamber.org.

Over 1 million members choose Anytime Fitness. Why? Because it’s convenient, affordable, and fun. And with 24/7 access to thousands of clubs around the globe, you can work out on your terms. The Redlands facility is conveniently located at 500 N Orange Street in downtown Redlands.

As a neighborhood-style fitness club, Anytime Fitness is right where you need them. Close to home or close to work.  They accommodate your busy schedule and on-the-go lifestyle. With your membership, you can work out when it’s best for you—day or night! Their clubs are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

At Anytime Fitness you hold the key, literally. Access to the clubs is protected by their state-of-the-art security system and will only be granted with the proper key. Once inside, you have full use of cutting-edge strength training and cardio equipment.

It doesn’t cost a lot to achieve your fitness goals at Anytime Fitness—with awesome equipment and the support and encouragement from club staff, you get far more than you would expect for the price.  Additionally, your club may offer reimbursement programs. Many health insurance providers and employers will subsidize monthly dues based on how often you work out each month.

You will find amazing amenities at Anytime Fitness. Clubs are geared up with the essential elements of a great workout. Their fitness equipment vendors are the best in the industry, and club owners stay current with the latest technology! They offer a wide variety of cardio, strength, and free weight equipment to ensure that you get the best possible workout.

To help you get started, each new member receives a FREE personal fitness orientation, including an explanation and demonstration of basic exercise principles and a quick, safe, and effective exercise program.

Each Anytime Fitness club is independently owned and operated. A visit to the club will help you learn even more. Stop by and visit the local club and talk to Redlands Anytime Fitness Team at the Orange Plaza across the parking lot from Vons and Trader Joe’s. Call for more information 798-5000,  or visit them on line at www.anytimefitness.com.

Khalid and Huda Mahfouz, owners of Cajon Pharmacy were joined by Mayor Pete Aguilar, Chamber Past President Paul Barich, Ellen and Stan Weisser, many friends, family, colleagues and Chamber Ambassadors at their recent grand opening/ribbon cutting of Cajon Pharmacy, 232 Cajon Suite A in Redlands.

Welcome to our newest Redlands Chamber Members