W
est Chamber Weekly News - May 29, 2017
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Wednesday, June 7, 11:30 am-1:00 pm, The West Chamber, 1667 Cole Blvd. Bldg. #19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401
Maximize Your Membership is a luncheon for those who are new members, those interested in joining the West Chamber or members looking for a refresher course in making the most of their West Chamber membership. We will share information about the latest opportunities offered by the Chamber. Lunch will be served. Click here to register.
Taste of the West
 Thursday, June 8, 5:00-8:00 pm, Jeffco Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave. Frontage Rd., Golden, CO 80401
Taste of the West is the premier culinary event in Jefferson County, Colorado. In addition to tasty food samples, the festival will feature an assortment of beer from local breweries, wine and culinary exhibitors. You won't want to miss out on our annual beer garden either! Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door and kids 12 and under are FREE! Click here to get yours today!
Jefferson County Hall of Fame Nominations Are Now Open
The Jefferson County Hall of Fame recognizes business, government and philanthropy by honoring outstanding individuals, from past and present, who have had significant long-lasting impacts through their leadership and contributions to Jefferson County's economy, community and legacy. A potential nominee should have made a significant and long-standing economic, civic or social impact within Jefferson County. Click here to nominate a deserving individual today! Nominations are due by Friday, June 16.
Pastries With the President
 Monday, June 12, 8:00-9:00 am, The West Chamber, 1667 Cole Blvd. Bldg. #19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401
Join Pam Bales, President and CEO of the West Chamber, for a morning of open discussion, networking and growing our community. Reservations are required, and pastries and coffee will be served. Seating is limited to 20. Click here to reserve your spot.
South Jeffco Corridor Professionals
Tuesday, June 13, 7:30-9:00 am, Mathnasium Littleton, 7735 W. Long Dr. #2, Littleton, CO 80123
South Jeffco Corridor Professionals is an area exclusive group in southern Jefferson County. Join us to hear from Juley Allee of Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Employer Outreach. Click here to register.
Union Corridor Professionals
Wednesday, June 14,11:30-1:00 pm, 240 Union Restaurant, 240 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80226
UCP will be meeting for a fun, informal lunch at 240 Union where you can network with fellow professionals from the Union Corridor. Each attendee will pay for their own meal, and will have the opportunity to introduce themselves to the group. Please RSVP here.
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Picture Perfect: Women in Business
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What a beautiful morning full of laughs at Women in Business this week! Thank you to our speaker, Marilyn Manning of Payroll Vault discussing "Pain Free Networking," and for our great breakfast provided by Kandie Landers of Brightway Insurance, The Landers Agency.
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Member News
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Wednesday, May 31, 8:00-9:00 am, Denver West Office Park, 1667 Cole Blvd., Bldg. #19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401
Join us and learn more about the EZ area that your business is located in and the credits that your business may be able to take advantage of for doing what you do everyday. This workshop will cover the essential steps you need to take to participate in this state wide tax incentive program. Presented by The Jeffco Business Resource Center and the Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation. Click here to register.
Your Neighbor Magazine
Your Neighbor Magazine just released their May issue that goes out to 40,000 Lakewood Homes. Be sure to read it here. Looking for an affordable option to promote your business to the Lakewood area? Your Neighbor Magazine is currently offering Chamber members 25% off any size advertisement. Contact Betsy Moran at [email protected] or by calling 303-699-4325. P.S. Check out Taste of the West on page 14!
Whale of a Used Book Sale
 June 1-4, Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave. Frontage Rd., Golden, CO 80401
Friends of Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) will host its annual Spring Whale of a Used Book Sale at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. The sale, which has a 20-year history in the community, offers the book-buying public more than 80,000 books at prices starting at $0.25. Click here for more information.
West Metro Fire Foundation Firehouse Project
Friday, June 9, 6:00-10:00 pm, Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood, CO 80226
West Metro Fire Rescue Foundation is hosting a Firehouse In-formal to raise money for the Firehouse Project. The Project aims to build a Firehouse Museum at the Lakewood Heritage Center to display antique firefighting equipment and other historic features from Lakewood Fire Department, Bancroft Fire, Montair Fire Department, Edgewater Fire Department and Wheat Ridge Fire. Tickets are $25.00 and include dinner, drinks, live music, dessert and souvenir gift. Email [email protected] to get your tickets today!
Jeffco Fair and Festival
August 10-13, Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave. Frontage Rd., Golden, CO 80401
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vite your family, friends and co-workers to attend the Jeffco Fair and Festival.This is Jeffco's BIGGEST summer celebration featuring music and events like pro-wrestling and rodeos! For more details on advance online ticket sales along with limited-time ticket packages, click
here.
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Community News
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American Pickers Coming to Colorado!
 Mike and Frank have seen a lot of rusty gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they've never seen before. AMERICAN PICKERS is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the Pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, send your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to [email protected] or call 855-OLD-RUST. No stores, malls, flea markets, museums, auctions, businesses or anything open to the public.
Supporting Colorado Mills
The City of Lakewood has been receiving several phone calls on how businesses can support Colorado Mills during these difficult times. Colorado Mills is working directly with their tenants to mitigate the impacts during the closures for the rebuild. As a result, if you have job opportunities, the management is providing an informational website for access by the impacted retailers and their employees. P
lease contact Brenda Cleary, Director of Marketing and Business Development for Simon at
[email protected]
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Mandatory Reporting Training
If you are considered a mandatory reporter in Colorado, this training is for you!
The training will address statutory changes in 2016 that added adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to the definition of at-risk adults, which also includes any adult aged 70 or older. Click here to learn more and to register.
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Express Employment Professionals
Thursday, June 1
4:30-6:30 pm
(cutting at 5:30 pm)
45 S. Wadsworth Blvd.
Lakewood, CO 80226
(Wadsworth and 1st)
BPL Plasma, Inc.
Monday, June 5
5:00-6:00 pm
(cutting at 5:30 pm)
6300 W. Colfax Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80124
(Colfax and Larmar)
Advance Auto Parts
Monday, June 12
11:45 am-1:00 pm
(cutting at noon)
6676 S. Wadsworth Blvd.
Littleton, CO 80123
(Wadsworth and Cole Mine Ave)
Cricket Wireless
Thursday, June 15
2:00-3:00 pm
(cutting at 2:30 pm)
1947 S. Wadsworth Blvd.
Lakewood, CO 80227
(Wadsworth and Jewell)
Amplify Chiropractic
Thursday, June 15
5:00-7:00 pm
(cutting at 5:30 pm)
8601 W. Cross Dr.,
Suite AS
Littleton, CO 80123
(Wadsworth and Cross)
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