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West Chamber News - February 20, 2017
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Happy Presidents Day
The West Chamber office will be closed on Monday, February 20 in observance of Presidents Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 21.
UCP Business Meeting
Wednesday, February 22, 7:30-9:00 am, St. Anthony Hospital, 11600 W. 2nd Place, Lakewood, CO 80228
The Union Corridor Professionals Group is an area exclusive group for the businesses along the Union Corridor. We feature business spotlight speakers, guest speakers and monthly updates from The City of Lakewood, West Metro Fire & The Lakewood Police Department. We meet in the conference room on the south side, near the emergency center & Village Roster Coffee shop.
Business After Hours
Thursday, March 2, 5:00-7:00 pm, Ironwood at Red Rocks, 13195 W. Progress Circle, Littleton, CO 80127
Join The West Chamber at Ironwood at Red Rocks for Business After Hours (BAH) and a ribbon cutting! BAH is a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources. It will be in conjunction with Ironwood's ribbon cutting (cutting at 5:30 pm). Please RSVP here.
Breakfast Bites
Wednesday, March 8, 7:30-9:00 am, The West Chamber,  1667 Cole Blvd., Bldg. #19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401
Who doesn't love breakfast? Join us for an informational breakfast meeting to learn from local experts: our members! This month's topic is presented by Michelle Wilson, MA LPC of Inner Oasis Counseling & Coaching: Mindset--Harness the Power of Your Brain to Boost Confidence, Manage Stress, and Finally Get the Results You Crave With Your Personal & Professional Goals. This meeting is co-sponsored by Mike Inzitari of Minuteman Press. Cost is $5 per attendee. Click here to register.
JCBL Day at the Capital
Thursday, March 16, 7:30-10:30 am, Colorado State Capitol, 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80203
Join JCBL for a great morning that includes a meet and greet with local legislators, experience the Senate and House floor and tour the Capitol. Register today here! Sponsored by Westminster Chamber of Commerce, Golden Chamber of Commerce, Arvada Chamber of Commerce, Wheat Ridge Chamber of Commerce, The West Chamber, Jefferson County EDC, Evergreen Chamber of Commerce, Applewood Business Association and Wheat Ridge Business Association.
Government Affairs Committee (GAC)
Friday, March 24, 7:30-9:00 am, Rockley Music Center, 8555 W. Colfax, Lakewood, CO 80215
Join GAC for an informational morning of learning from respected Colorado economist, Patty Silverstein. She will discuss the economic outlook after the first quarter of 2017. Breakfast burritos and coffee will be served. Cost is $10 per person. Register today here.
Want to Donate a Door Prize to One of Our Events?
Many of our fantastic members offer door prizes for events, such as Maximize Your Membership, Business After Hours, Women in Business and more. Thank you for your generosity!
If you'd like to donate to a West Chamber event please contact Janice Holmes at [email protected]. In order for us to announce your door prize and promote your business, we do need at least one week's notice. Once we confirm where the prize is needed, simply deliver your donation to the Chamber office at least two days before the event or bring it to the event.
HAT is Back
The West Chamber is reviving its quarterly Hospitality & Tourism (HAT) program to provide more educational meetings and networking opportunities for this industry. West Chamber members may attend at no charge, and interested non-members may attend with a $10 pre-registration fee or $15 at the door. All meetings are scheduled from 7:30 until 9:00 am. You must register through the Chamber website.
The 2017 Schedule includes:
Thursday, March 30-Arts and Culture
Thursday, May 25-Great Outdoors
Thursday, August 24-Events & Entertainment
Thursday, November 16-Retail & Spas
If you'd like to host one of these meetings by providing a meeting place and breakfast for 30+ attendees, please contact Janice Holmes at [email protected] asap. Sponsors will have spotlight during the program to share information about your venue, products or services.
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Picture Perfect: Chairman's Gala
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Congratulations to all the honorees at the Chairman's Gala on Friday, February 10. To see more photos from the evening please click
here.
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Member News
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Lunch N' Learn with LegalShield
Thursday, February 23, 8:30-10:00 am,
IHOP, 389 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood,CO 80226
Do you have an identity theft program for your employees?
Join Cheryl Garcia with LegalShield for breakfast and learn the six different types of identity theft, and how they impact your company and your employees. There will also be legal resources for your small business and your employees. Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 21. Click here for more information.
Building Blocks of Business- Are You Loan "Ready?"
Monday, February 27, 7:30-8:30 am, 8906 W, Bowles Ave., Suite 210, Littleton,CO 80123
Nate Moneymaker from US Bank and Andrew Ritterling from Block Advisors will be discussing how to be prepared and set yourself up for a loan when you need it. There will also be time to network and get to know fellow individuals and business owners in the community. Don't forget your business cards for this event! Please RSVP to Andrew at [email protected].
10th Annual German Festival is Looking for Sponsors
July 21-23, Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S, Yarrow St., Lakewood, CO 80226
Want to sponsor the German Festival? It is a festival of music, dance and celebrations of traditions to help preserve a variety of German, European and International culture. For more information please contact Bernie Barthel at [email protected].
Nonprofit Grants Available
Lakewood's Community Grant Program, administered in coordination with the Lakewood Legacy Foundation, is now accepting applications. The program establishes a process to review and evaluate requests that Lakewood receives from nonprofit organizations. For details on eligibility and applying click here.
Bandimere Speedway is Hiring
The folks at Bandimere Speedway are looking for friendly, customer service-oriented people for part time, seasonal employment in different areas. Applications will go live starting March 1. Click
here for more information or to apply.
Lakewood Residents Survey
The time is now to get involved and have your say in how the City of Lakewood supports access to parks and play over the next five to 10 years. A resident survey is available online and at recreation and arts centers through March 15. Click
here to take the survey online. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. For more information, contact Allison Scheck at 303-987-7872 or [email protected].
Sponsorship Opportunities in Lakewood
 The City of Lakewood has many marketing and sponsorship opportunities to help promote your business and services.
We are currently seeking sponsors for our upcoming events:
* Earth Day (Sat. April 22nd) - A free community event celebrating sustainability in Lakewood. Visitors will enjoy live music, free educational classes and demonstrations on composting, homesteading, seed starting and sustainability.
* Rockin' Block Party (Sat. June 10th) - A free community event with live music and a fun, family-friendly movie under the stars.
* Sounds Exciting Concert Series (Wednesday evenings in June and July) - This dynamic concert series features 2 acts each night and highlights many different genres of music. Guests enjoy a night of fun, music and sun.
* Cider Days (Sat. & Sun. Oct. 7th and 8th) - Lakewood's signature event is the perfect fall festival complete with hard cider tastings, live music, tractor pulls and pigs on skateboards. Fun for all ages!
Please contact Emily Andrews at 303.987.7871 or [email protected] for more information.
Jeffco BRC Business Education Series
Jeffco BRC, 1667 Cole Blvd., Bldg. #19, Suite 400, Lakewood,CO 80401
There are two education series classes coming up. On Thursday, February 21, join the BRC for a FREE class and learn how to use Constant Contact to gain new clients! For more information and to register, please click here.
On Thursday, March 2, we will discuss buying or selling a business. Come and learn the things you should consider and where to start. The BRC has the answers your are seeking. Cost is $40.00. To learn more and to register, click here.
Dine Out to Support Jeffco Boys & Girls Club
Thursday, February 23, 240 Union Restaurant, 240 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80224
Be sure to eat lunch or dinner at 240 Union on Thursday, February 23 as they are graciously donating 25 percent of all proceeds to benefit the Jeffco Boys & Girls Club. Reservations are suggested, but not required.
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Ironwood at Red Rocks
Thursday, March 2
5:00-7:00 pm
(Cutting at 5:30 pm)
13195 W. Progress Circle
Littleton, CO 80127
(Bellview and Alkire)
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JCBEA Corner
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JCBEA's Career Readiness Program is a course that offers high school students an overview of basic soft skills, business principles, and technological skills necessary to succeed in the modern workplace. Click
here for more information.
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