West Metro Chamber Weekly - February 25, 2019
Upcoming Events
Women in Business
Tuesday, February 26, 7:30 - 9:00 am, Molly Brown Summer House, 7595 W Yale Ave, Denver, CO 80227
Join us for a morning of breakfast, networking, local business spotlights and great speakers! Held on the 4th Tuesday of the month, these events feature topics of interest to women business owners, executives, managers and other professional women.

Speaker: Hannah Shepeck on Ladies and Lug Nuts from Bishop Automotive

Breakfast Sponsor: David Oakes Country Financial

Today's the last day to register! There is no charge for Members. For Non-Members it is $20 at the door. All can register here!

Union Corridor Professionals - Morning Meeting
Wednesday, February 27, 7:30 - 9:00 am, St. Anthony Hospital, Ballroom A&B, 11600 W. 2nd Place, Lakewood, CO 80228
The purpose of UCP is to strengthen the business community and give business owners the opportunity to network with their neighbors and hear area exclusive updates from local officials. The morning meeting features business spotlight speakers, guest speakers and monthly updates from The City of Lakewood, West Metro Fire & The Lakewood Police Department. RSVP here. 

Young Professionals - Happy Hour
Thursday, February 28, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Landlocked Ales, 3225 S Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80227
The West Metro Chamber Young Professionals invite you to attend a fun happy hour at Landlocked Ales! This event will give attendees a chance to network with young professionals around Jefferson County. This event is for Young Professionals age 40 and under. 
 There is no cost to attend, each attendee will purchase their own drinks. Register now to get your BOGO Happy Hour coupon!

Business After Hours
Thursday, March 7, 5:00 - 7:00 pm, Hilton Garden Inn - Arvada, 5455 Olde Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80002
Business After Hours is the premier networking event for business professionals in the West Metro region. Our events give you the opportunity to expand your network by meeting and sharing ideas with chamber members, and their guests. It is free to attend! Click here to register.
Picture Perfect: South Jeffco Corridor Professionals Happy Hour
South Jeffco Corridor Professionals is an area-specific program. On Tuesday, February 19th, we had our first quarterly Happy Hour of 2019 at Bad Daddy's. What a great turn-out! Interested in learning more about SJCP? Click here.
Colorado Legislative News
Click here  to see the bills the Jefferson County Business Lobby is monitoring, supporting or opposing.
Ribbon Cuttings
OsteoStrong 

Thursday, February 28
5:30-6:30 pm
Cutting the ribbon at 6PM!

459 S Vance St
Lakewood, CO 80226
Signature Events
February 1, 2019

Leadership Luncheons 
March 19, 2019 &
September 4, 2019

April 25, 2019

June 6, 2019

September 2019

November 13, 2019
Member News
New Members
As a West Metro Chamber Member, did you have a ribbon cutting?
I already had a West Metro Chamber ribbon cutting at my organization.
No, I haven't and I'm interested to hear more about this FREE benefit.
I am interested but don't have a storefront to host.
Wheat Ridge Neighborhood Revitalization Survey
Please spend 15 minutes to share your thoughts on the future vitality of Wheat Ridge. Residents, business owners, or anyone who loves Wheat Ridge can have a say. Please take the survey between February 13 and March 1.

SpayGhetti & No Balls Dinner and Silent Auction
Tuesday, February 26, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, JeffCo Fairgrounds
Join this fun-filled evening to help the West Metro Chamber Nonprofit of the Year- SpayToday- Celebrate 10 Years of Service in our community! Attend SpayGhetti & No Balls Dinner and Silent Auction. If you are interested in donating an item for the silent auction please send an email to Melissa.

Research for Grant Writing
Wednesday, February 27, 8:00 - 9:30 am, Jeffco BRC
Join Jeffco BRC & the Jeffco Public Library and learn about the many options you have to research organizations that donate grant money! This class is especially helpful for non-profit organizations. For more information and to register, please click here.

Small Business Owners: An Attorney in your Pocket
Wednesday, Feb 27, 7:30 am
Unexpected legal matters come up every day. You know your business needs legal protection, but you want to make sure you get the right amount. 
  • Hired or fired employees?
  • Had issues collecting debt?
  • Been in a situation where you thought the advice of a lawyer might be useful?
  • Been in a dispute with a vendor?
  • Signed a contract?
  • Debt collection?
Join us on the webinar to learn how LegalShield has the answer.
We will review the three levels of legal protection for the different sizes of small businesses. That way, you only pay for what you need.

Edgewater Business Association - Lunch Meetup
Thursday, February 28, 11:45 - 1:00 pm, Ohana Grille
EBA's Monthly Meeting with be held at Ohana Grill this month. A delicious lunch will be provided for only $15. As always, great networking opportunities will occur along with updates from City & County officials. Finally, more information about the All Member Luncheon coming in April will be discussed. We look forward to seeing you there! This group is exclusive to Edgewater businesses only. RSVP by email here.

Colfax Art Crawl of 2019
Friday, March 1, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm
This art community event will be featuring a New Orleans style street party alongside a troupe of wandering musicians roaming around the art district. Read more about it here.

Join us for a Celebration of Women
Friday, March 8, Baldoria on the Water
It's time for the 4th annual Annual Jeffco International Women's Day. For more information, click here!

Grow with Google
Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 - 9:30 am, Wheat Ridge Recreation Center
Make sure your business shows up online. Help people in your city find you by getting your business on Google Search and Maps. Join us for a workshop to get started. Find out more.

Beautiful Junk Sale
Friday, March 15, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm & Saturday, March 16, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, JeffCo Fairgrounds
Saturday, March 16th, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.   
Colorado's Largest Rummage Sale for a Cause returns to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Buy One, One Get FREE General Admission: $5*. Bring a friend and they get in FREE with your paid admission. Children 16 and Under are FREE. Find out more.

Mental Health, Physical Training, and Personal Excellence
Saturday, March 16, 10:30 - 11:30 am, Applewood Crossfit
In a short class, Alistair Hawkes will support attendees in learning about common mental health issues and how they play a role in physical training and personal excellence. Some common mental health issues include anxiety/social anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and obsession/compulsion. These types of mental health concerns can affect nervous system function, digestion, mood, and behavior. In addition to lecture material, Alistair will teach a variety of body-based coping strategies that can help destress the body/mind leaving more energy for training. To read more about this event and Alistair, click here.

CASA Champions for Children Breakfast
Thursday, April 11, 7:30 - 8:30 am, Denver Marriott West
Join CASA Jeffco/Gilpin for an inspiring Champions for Children Breakfast. It is free to attend with pre-registration. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the vital work CASA is doing in the community and a celebration of our amazing volunteers. Sponsorship and Table Captain opportunities are available. For more information or to register, email Kerry Bishop.
Thank you to the West Metro Chamber Sponsors!
QUICK LINKS
West Metro Chamber
1667 Cole Blvd, Building 19, Suite 400, Lakewood, CO 80401
303-233-5555 | www.westmetrochamber.org