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August 22, 2011 

This Thursday!
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Membership Appreciation BBQ
This Thursday, April 22nd
4:00pm - 6:00pm

at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce
7305 Grandview Avenue in the heart of Olde Town Arvada

 

The Board of Directors and the Staff at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce would like to thank you for being a fabulous member of our organization.  Please join us for burgers and dogs from 4pm - 6pm on Thursday, August 25th at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce, 7305 Grandview Avenue, Arvada, Colorado 80002.  Bring a lawn chair if you think of it - we don't have anything to sit on. 

 

This event is FREE.  Let us cook for you and say thank you for being a continued supporter of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.  As always, all of your co-workers/employees are invited to our events.  Just let us know how many people from your organization will be there.

 

Please RSVP so we know how many burgers and dogs to buy.  Call the Chamber at 303-424-0313 or email Dot@ArvadaChamber.org before August 23rd if possible.  Thanks!

 

Thank you again for being so wonderful.  I hope to hear from you soon!

 

The W's:

Who: YOU! and your employees!  Bring everyone!

What: Arvada Chamber of Commerce Member Appreciation BBQ

When: Thursday, August 25th 4pm - 6pm

Where: Arvada Chamber of Commerce, 7305 Grandview Avenue in the heart of Olde Town Arvada

Why: Seriously?  BECAUSE WE LOVE YOU!

Some pictures from last year's BBQ: 

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Last year we saw over 200 people at our BBQ. So much fun!
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Great people, great food! Rock star event!

 RSVP TODAY 303-424-0313 - I hope to see you there!! 

Chamber Calendar
Ribbon Cutting Logo RIBBON CUTTING
TODAY! Monday, August 22nd 4:30pm
at bella A boutique, 14805 W 64th Avenue in Arvada.  Come join us and Miss Colorado, Diana Dreman, in celebrating your local women's clothing boutique. We will have wine and light hors d'oeuvres. Chamber members and their families will enjoy 10% off their entire purchase. In addition, we will be raffling off one Trina Turk item from a selection of the Trina Turk Classics collection. Arvada Chamber members will also enjoy 5% off each time they come and visit bella A boutique just mention that you are a Chamber member when you check out.

MEMBER APPRECIATION BBQ

Thursday, August 25th 4:00 - 6:00pm

at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.  It's that time of year again!  The board of directors and the staff of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce are going to cook for YOU!  We want to say thank you for being the best chamber members in the whole world!  Bring a lawn chair come on down for burgers,  dogs and beer!  We are located at 7305 Grandview Avenue in the heart of Olde Town Arvada!  Last year we had over 200 chamber members stop by for a burger and dog.  Great music, great people, great food... and it's FREE!  Seriously... you won't want to miss this event.  Let me know if you're able to make it so that we know how many burgers and dogs to buy Dot@ArvadaChamber.org.

Ribbon Cutting LogoRIBBON CUTTING
Monday, August 29th 4:30pm
at My Gym Children's Fitness Center, 7705 Wadsworth Boulevard in Arvada.
 
Ribbon Cuttings
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We cut a ribbon for Liberty Electric & Communications located at 5790 Yukon Street in Arvada. Give them a call at (303) 523-4246.
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Have you been to The Fuel Building located at 5790 Yukon Street in Arvada? Give them a call at (303) 295-1815.
RC_MalaraGardens
We cut a ribbon at Malara Gardens over at 7190 Kipling Street in Arvada. Stop by or give them a call at (303) 424-1452.
RC_ATouchForWellness
We did a ribbon cutting over at A Touch for Wellness at 10050 Ralston Rd. Suite A in Arvada. Schedule your appointment today at (303) 995-9919.
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We cut a ribbon for new member Alpine Printing, Inc. located over at 5620 Kendall Court in Arvada. Give them a call at (303) 424-2089.
RC_GuardianAutoGlass
We cut a ribbon for Guardian AutoGlass located at 7350 W. 88th Ave. Unit T in Arvada. Give them a call for your glass needs at (303) 422-0600.

Committee Meetings
Joining a committee is a great way to get involved and take a leadership role in the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.  If you, or someone in your organization, is interested in being involved in one of these committees, add us to your calendar.  These committees meet once a month for about an hour.

GAClogoThe next Government Affairs Committee meeting will be held on Friday, September 2nd at 10:00am at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.  The Government Affairs Committee of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce is comprised of representatives from a diverse mixture of Chamber members, who review proposed ordinances, statutes and regulations to evaluate their potential impact on members of the Chamber.  The Committee recommends support or opposition of these to the Chamber Board of Directors.

AYPlogo100wThe next Arvada Young Professionals meeting will be held on Thursday, September 8th at 10:00AM at Personal Benefit Services Wealth Management. 

Personal Benefit Services is located at 5620 Ward Road, Suite 100 in Arvada. The Arvada Young Professional Group (AYP) is a meaningful networking organization of talented, up-an-coming young professionals who are dedicated to building a better Arvada. We are made up of motivated, energetic young professionals certain to become Arvada's future leaders. Our primary purpose is to sponsor, promote, and support social activities involving members of the Arvada business community. AYP offers its members a way to link their personal passions with professional ambitions.

 

MRlogoThe next Member Retention Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00AM at the Chamber.  The Membership Retention Committee will work with members to encourage participation in current chamber activities and develop new opportunities to be involved.  Businesses that are involved are more likely to be successful.
I hope you have enjoyed this week's edition of Grand Views.  If you have something you would like to have considered for Grand Views, email it to me at Dot@ArvadaChamber.org.  You must be a member in good standing with the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.
 
Have a successful week,
Dot

Dot Wright
President
Arvada Chamber of Commerce

7305 Grandview Avenue
Arvada, Colorado 80002
Phone: 303-424-0313
Fax: 303-424-5370
www.ArvadaChamber.org
In This Issue
Join a Committee!
Your e-Connection
Chamber Staff
Member Discounts
Member News
Community News
Your e-Connection
Stay in the know with the Arvada Chamber of Commerce, the Arvada Young Professionals and the Business Education Alliance.

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Member Discounts!
Click on the Hot Deals button below to see Member to Member Discounts that our Chamber Members have posted on the website for you.  As a member, you can post a Hot Deal on our website as well.  Click on the red icon below or go to www.ArvadaChamber.org and click on Member Discounts - start saving today!

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Member News
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GET YOUR BUSINESS ON THE MAP!
Companies know that maps boost customer loyalty and retention. Maps show your place in the market and bring customers to your door.
Don't miss this smart opportunity to spotlight your business on the Arvada Chamber Map this year!
Contact EasyChair Media ·     800-611-8013 or 970-686-5805 or CLICK HERE TO EMAIL   or
CLICK HERE for more online information on the map.

The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Board of Directors.  If you are interested in filling out an application, please give Dot a call at the Chamber at 303-424-0313 or email Dot@ArvadaChamber.org.  The Director is a three year term on the Board for the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.  Applications are due August 31st.  September 1st we will compile all the information and create a ballot of the applicants.  Every Chamber member will receive a board ballot and will vote for members they would like to see represent them on the board.  All applicants must be a member in good standing with the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.

CLICK HERE to read this great article that was in the Denver Post on Arvada West Decorating and Flooring.  Congratulations Arvada West Decorating and Flooring - from all of us at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce!

Are you guys reading Grand Views?  The first  person to read this and reply via email to this Grand Views will get a free 90 minute yoga party with five of your friends at Catspaw Yoga.  Thank you to 1-800-Flooded for donating this party!  And thank YOU for reading Grand Views!
City Council Notes
To see the notes from the August 8th council meeting, please go to www.arvada.org
Community News
Olde Town Farmer's Market - Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 5 thru September 25, Olde Town Arvada.

There is a second Farmer's Market on Wednesday afternoons from 4pm - 7pm at Echter's Greenhouses, Inc.
9170 W. 52nd Avenue in Arvada.  This Farmer's Market will run through September as well.

Flicks in The Square - Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets for an evening of movies under the stars in Olde Town Square.  Movies begin at dark and include:
Friday, August 26 - Back to the Future

Community Safety Day and Shred-a-thon.  The District Attorney's free Community Safety Awareness Day will be August 27, from 9:00-1:00 the Jefferson County Fairgrounds with giveaways, safety tips and tools for the entire family.  This event offers a complete range of safety services.  Free document shredding and electronics recycling, free credit reports printed on-site and consultation with bank officers, 80 vendor booths, lots of activities for kids, valuable information and giveaways. FREE, fun, safety tools and tips for the entire family. For more information call Cary Johnson at 303-271-6970 or csjohnso@jeffco.us

The 2011 Arvada Harvest Festival Parade is coming up! You and your business are invited to join this great community event.  There are opportunities of every size, allowing a perfect fit for your business' participation.  The parade theme for 2011 is Science Fiction and Science.  Call us at (303) 456-2121 or email with your ideas.  Or CLICK HERE to check out the website.   Want to participate but need an idea? Contact us and we'll share some of ours.  See you on September 10th!
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