As we continue to grow our engagement with the businesses, merchants and organizations here in Montrose, we do so with the focus to bring valued interaction to our collaborative efforts. The first eight weeks of our renewed staffing and organization has also brought along the opportunity to support, collaborate and share more businesses of Montrose.

We would like to announce, and most importantly welcome, the following into membership:

Rugpublic. Located at 2131 Verdugo Blvd., Montrose. Rugpublic offers quality rugs, textiles and accessories from all over the world. It is important to know that they travel to the source!

Rugpublic focuses on hand-made products and natural fibers like wool, cotton and silk as well as specialty fibers like bamboo viscose. It is also important to know that they feature rugs made in the local craft techniques, sometimes using centuries old designs and weaving techniques. They are proud to support the artisan. With that pride they share their support for our communities here in the U.S. and abroad. Rugpublic states, “We love working with artists and designers to craft unique rugs, bringing new visions to the forefront.”

The Stone Femme. Located at 2418 Honolulu Ave., Suite C in Montrose. As it states on the Facebook page: “Stone Femme was founded with the intent of sharing and showcasing the beauty and mystery within natural stone. In doing so, we discovered that fellow admirers and artisans were inspired by the vivid colors, intricate patterns and intense stories of creation told in the stones. We hope to be a part of your personal creation or collection, too.”

The warm and inviting location offers a nice array of quality stones. The owners Janel and Dower Jai provide the expertise.

Crescenta~Canada College Advisor. https://www.cccollegeadvisor.com/about-us/

This service offers help in finding your child a college and identifying ways to pay for their college education. Crescenta-Cañada College Advisors offer college coaching and college-matching technology that helps students and parents find that best fit college to provide a secure start for a bright future.

Mohammed, a public school math teacher, decided to try to help students by partnering with a very well-established company to provide and make this service available to the neighborhood students through Crescenta-Cañada College Advisor. CCCA will develop and deliver research-based strategies and coaching to match your student with the college that is the best fit for them to fulfill their dreams.

Heart of Lending. Located at 2445 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. Mortgage Brokers · Financial Service providers.

In Susan’s own words: “My philosophy is simple … I’d like to create a life-long relationship with my clients by being honest, working hard and always protecting their interests above all. Our legacy is every heart we’ve touched…”

It Takes a Village. Located at 2317 Honolulu Ave. B, Montrose.

Carrying a full range of children’s clothing in sizes ranging from infant to 12/14 and accessories, baby gear, toys, games and crafts to packs, wallets, watches and shoes.

This delightful family-owned and operated boutique is led by the vivacious and community committed Gigi Garcia. Gigi is an active board member of the MSPA. She leads by example. And you can see that her boutique shares her hip and fun style.

Little Space. Located at 3823 Ocean View Blvd. Montrose. A new and innovative way to do business, as offered by Stephanie Wiley.

This is a place to gather, work, meet, collaborate or celebrate. The little multi-purpose 300 sf space seats 10 comfortably. It is also equipped with the necessities: a Keurig coffee maker, fridge, sink, restroom, screen and projector and more for your convenience. Little Space is available to rent by the seat or by the room at an hourly rate. The “family-style” table is offered or can be removed, as needed. They state, “Our casa es su casa, so bring whatever you’d like to eat or drink.”

And periodically, Little Space will host gallery events showcasing a variety of artists and “pop-up” style events as well.

Merle Norman Cosmetics. Located at 2341 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. This community staple is independently owned and operated. The staff is carefully trained and dedicated to helping you select the products that are right for you. They focus on a long-term commitment to personalized service and have a unique philosophy of “Try Before You Buy” to assure your satisfaction.

MVCC has been honored to work with and collaborate with Kim Kelly of Merle Norman, Montrose. She not only volunteered to distribute the swag bags at the Craft Beer Fest event, her team also donated the bedazzled eyelash curlers found in those very swag bags. Merle Norman emphasizes that beauty can be fun, and we each contribute to the collective whole when we give from our source.

Critters. Located at 2277 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. Critters has been one of the favorite gift stores in our quaint community, for over 30 years it has provided gift items for birthdays and special occasions. With the visions of new owner Ani, for the first time there are craft and art workshops for both children and adults. The workshops are being taught by local artists as well as students. These workshops will include mixed media art, jewelry making, quilling art, clay charms, handmade greeting card and even handmade beauty products. Look to the established old charm and nostalgia with an updated twist of products, classes and local artisan works at Critters.

We are excited to work and collaborate with each of our new members. We also look to continue to strengthen the engagement with existing members of the chamber. We know together we create a thriving community.

We look forward to connecting with more of you in the community as well.

Victoria Malone, Executive Director
Montrose/Verdugo City
Chamber of Commerce
2424 Honolulu Avenue, Suite B,
Montrose, CA 91020
Office: 818-249-7171
FAX: 818-249-8919
www.montrosechamber.org

  Victoria Malone