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West Metro Weekly - October 8, 2018

South Jeffco Corridor Professionals

Tuesday, October 9, 7:30-9:00 am, West Metro Fire and Rescue Training and Event Center, 3535 S. Kipling St., Lakewood, CO 80235

Join SJCP as we network and build connections in the South Jeffco (unincorporated Littleton) business community! Register here.

Union Corridor Professionals

Wednesday, October 10, 11:30 am-1:00 pm, Jose O'Shea's, 385 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80228

Come join us for a fun, informal lunch at Jose O'Shea's, where you can network with fellow professionals on the Union Corridor. Register here.

Colorado Women's Alliance Presents-360 Degree Perspective Panel

Friday, October 12, 11:30 am-1:00 pm, Origin Hotel Red Rocks, 18485 W. Colfax Ave., Golden, CO 80401

Join us as we co-host this panel discussion to hear how the broader energy industry provides support to the education community and to the overall economic vitality of Colorado. Register here.

Moderator Training

Wednesday, October 17, 5:00-6:00 pm, West Metro Chamber, 1667 Cole Blvd., Bldg. 19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401

If you are a Leads Group Moderator or would like to be one, please come to this informative training. Register here.

Gubernatorial Forum Hosted by JCBL

Monday, October 22, Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO 80003

Space is limited! Join us as the West Metro Chamber and Jefferson County Business Lobby (JCBL) present this Gubernatorial Forum. It's your chance to hear from candidates for Colorado governor on issues that impact your business! Register here.

Women in Business

Tuesday, October 23, 7:30-9:00 am, Molly Brown Summer House, 2690 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Denver, CO 80227

Network and hear about topics of interest to professional women over breakfast at this great monthly event. This month, we will hear from Amira Walters of Jeffco BRC on Networking! Click here.

Member Mania

Thursday, October 25, 5:00-7:00 pm, Mount Vernon Country Club, 24933 Club House Cir., Golden, CO 80401

It's back! Do you know someone who needs help making connections in the community or needs help marketing their business? If you do, please register for Member Mania and bring a guest! Register you and your guest here

YP Volunteer Event Boo-Rific Bash & Splash Happy Hour

Friday, October 26, 6:00-8:00 pm, Ridge Recreation Center & Indoor Pools, 6613 S. Ward St., Littleton, CO 80127

Are you a younger professional (under 40 please) looking to grow your network? West Metro Chamber's Young Professionals invite you to costume-up and volunteer at this Trick or Treat Street for 400 kids! After volunteering we will network have happy hour at a local bar or restaurant. Register here.

Young Professionals Steering Committee Nominations

Due by Friday, October 19

We are looking for people interested in joining our YP steering committee! If you are interested, fill out the application and return it to Vanessa at VanZar@lakewood.org.

Staff News

We regret to announce the departure of Nancy Miller. We appreciate her efforts on behalf of the Chamber and wish her well in her future endeavors. Please contact Pam Bales with any questions-pam@westmetrochamber.org.

Picture Perfect: Business After Hours

Thank you to everyone who came out for Business After Hours at Bellco Credit Union last night! See you in November!

Member News

Memories of the King

October 12, 13, 14, Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway., Lakewood, CO 80226

Love Elvis? Come see Cody Ray Slaughter, the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist and help support Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice with the proceeds! Click here for tickets.

CCU Glow Sponsorship Opportunity

Saturday, October 20, 7:00-9:00 pm, Colorado Christian University, 8787 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood, CO 80226

Sponsor a hot air balloon for CCU's homecoming weekend Glow event. Your name is placed on a banner on the basket to fly over thousands and your sponsorship also includes a ride for 2 and invitations to the pilot briefing dinner on Saturday evening. Email timmatyx@cox.net for more info.

Business Academy

October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 8:00-10:00 am, Sheriff's Office Headquarters, Golden, CO

Sheriff Jeff Schrader invites you to attend the 2018 Sheriff's Office Business Academy, free to all Jeffco Business leaders. Topics include theft prevention, identity theft and more! RSVP to crimeprevention@jeffco.us.

American Pacific Mortgage and STaR Loan Program

Wednesday, October 24, 4:00-6:00 pm, mindSpark Learning, 455 S. Pierce St., Lakewood, CO 80226

Are you a teacher, first responder, firefighter or member of law enforcement? If the answer is yes, and you or a colleague is thinking about buying a home you don't want to miss this! Learn about home buying, the lending process the current real estate market, and more! Beer, wine, food, and prizes! Register today.

Jeffco Schools Community Engagement Committee Surey

Help Jeffco Schools' effort to support economic development by taking this survey! All respondents enter a drawing to win a 2018, 32GB iPad with Wifi. Take the survey here by October 15.