April After Hours
Next Thursday, April 8th at Alpine Getaways. 5-7 p.m.
As always, After Hours offers great business networking opportunities over food and refreshments. |
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On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, we'll be hosting an informal discussion hour!
We want to hear what you think about the Chamber- the good, the bad and the ugly!
Our next Chamber Chat will be Tuesday, April 13th from 5-6 p.m. at Maxwells. |
2010 Chamber Calendar of Events
4.2 Professional Development Series- Moving Your Business Forward in Tough Economic Times, at the Grand Lodge, 8:30-10:30 am
4.8 After Hours at Alpine Getaways, 5-7 pm.
4.13 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
5.11 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
5.13 Summer Tourism Forecast, Location TBA, 8-10 a.m.
5.20 After Hours at Alley Hats, 5-7 pm.
5.28-31 Memorial Day Sidewalk Sales
6.8 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
6.10 After Hours at Django's Restaurant & Wine Bar, 5-7 pm.
6.22-27 Fat Tire Bike Week
7.4 Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
7.13 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
7.22 After Hours at Red Mountain Logworks, 5-7 pm.
8.10 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
8.19 After Hours at Resource Engineering Group, 5-7 pm.
9.3-6 Labor Day Sidewalk Sales
9.11-12 Fall Festival of Beers and Chili Cook-off
9.14 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
9.16 After Hours at the Mountain Store, 5-7 pm.
10.12 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
10.21 After Hours at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, 5-7 pm.
11.9 Chamber Chat at Maxwells, 5-6 pm.
11.11 After Hours at Peak Sports, 5-7 pm.
11.26-12.3 Buy Local Week
12.? Chamber 30th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Membership Meeting. Date, Time & Location TBA. |
| Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce
601 Elk Avenue
PO Box 1288
Crested Butte, CO 81224
T: 970.349-6438
F: 970.349-1023
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Dear Chamber Members,
As the end of our Winter season approaches, we must reflect on what we have done well and what could use improvement.
How is the business climate in the Valley? What would you like to see happen to change that climate?
Please join us at Chamber Chat to discuss these and other issues. We need your input!
Our next Chamber Chat is on Tuesday, April 13th from 5-6 p.m. at Maxwells.
Happy Spring!
Kristen | |
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Professional Development Series
Join us for a free business seminar, Moving Your Business Forward in Tough Economic Times. If your business is facing stressful financial challenges, local attorney Aaron Huckstep will provide information to help you make a plan for the future by reviewing your options, identifying risks and rewards, and sharing insightful ideas for how to move forward in tough economic times. Friday, April 2nd. Open format and questions encouraged at this presentation, which will take place from 8:30am until 10:30am at the Grand Lodge.
Please RSVP to Kristen at the
Chamber.
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When Business Credit Scores Get Murky
Even Owners With Stellar Records Face Rejection for Financing as Banks Rely More on Cash Flow and Collateral.
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Gunnison Valley Leadership Program presents the Salon Series Conversations to bring together the Gunnison Valley community for conversation and understanding. The Conversation is a round-table public discussion about numerous topics that affect us in the Gunnison Valley. Get first-hand accounts from fellow business owners, practitioners, and organizations. Bring your own knowledge to the table or bring a desire to learn more.
The Conversation was created by the 2010 Gunnison Valley Leadership Program class and utilizes transparent and trust-building strategies to engage in open and informative conversations between residents of the Gunnison Valley.
Food First!
Thursday, April 1 - 6-7:30pm
Location: Mallardi Cabaret Theatre, Crested Butte
Enjoy conversation with local food providers, vendors, preparers, and consumers. How important is nutritious food and what is happening in our local valley to promote the health of our economy?
Conversationalists include:
· Jennifer McGruther, local food blogger, recently featured on CNN
· Bill and Kellie Parker, Parker Pastures
· Tim Egelhoff, owner / chef of Timberline Restaurant in Crested Butte
· Rose Tocke, local sustainability consultant
Looking at Complementary & Alternative Health Options
Thursday, April 29 - 6-7:30pm
Location: TBA
We will discuss some alternative treatment options with practitioners who will share their insights on why their fields are vital in healing. You will have an opportunity to learn more about alternative options, how alternative medicine is used in conjunction with traditional medicine, and pose questions to the practitioners.
Maximizing Multiple Profits
Tuesday, May 18 - 6-7:30pm
Location: WSC College Center Meeting Room-2nd Floor
Increase your profits by optimizing all three bottom lines. Social integrity and environmental responsibility have proven to pay financial dividends! The conversation is about the success local firms have in applying the three Bottom Lines in business; social equity, environmental responsibility, and economic profits.
Details:
· Reservations: Space is limited for each Conversation. To reserve your spot, please email theconversation@cfgv.org. After we receive your reservations, you will receive a confirmation as well as requests from you to submit questions. Your questions will assist our facilitators in guiding the conversation.
· Time: All conversations will begin promptly at 6:00 and will last until 7:30.
· Location: Conversations will be hosted in the Gunnison Valley and will vary depending on topic |
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CBMR Flash Report
The Chamber is pleased to share with our members CBMR's Flash Report of expected skier visits, airline passengers, lodging groups and major events. We hope this new information will help you and your business plan the resources needed to provide outstanding service for your visitors. |
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Tax Credits Available
Are you aware of the federal tax incentives for hiring veterans? The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit offering an incentive for private sector businesses to hire individuals from groups that have consistently faced significant barriers to employment, including veterans. Veterans can help meet your workforce needs and there is no limit to the number of new hires eligible for the credit. The credit ranges from $2,400 to $4,800 per hire. For more information on how to apply go to
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Member Events & Annoucements
MILKY WAY will be open 4/5 - 4/10, 12:00-6:00 p.m. We will be closed Easter Sunday and Spring Break 4/11 - 4/20. Plz check in for off-season specials & new arrivals!!!
349-2107.
Hire Local First! Become a member of the Building + Design Council. Our mission is to serve as a professional council to promote the use and hire of local architects, contractors, designers, painters, and suppliers in the Upper East River and Gunnison Valley. Become a Fan on Facebook or e-mail building.design.council@gmail.com
for more information on what's coming up!
Mountain Colors Paint & Design is offering a free light bulb consultation and discounts on light bulbs for all businesses. A consultant will stop by your business to determine the wattage and type of light bulb needed in every fixture. Case orders receive 30% off and individual bulbs are always 20% off. This visit also includes a free light bulb energy audit - we will help you select the right energy efficient bulb based on your budget and your fixture. These efficient bulbs will last 10 times longer or more than normal incandescent and halogen bulbs. That means less time on a ladder changing light bulbs and you can save a ton of money over the life of the bulbs. Check out www.mountaincolorsincb.com for more info or to make an appointment.
The Crested Butte Farmers Market is launching a new Eat Local Guide to Crested Butte. The full-color, glossy magazine will focus on sustainable agriculture and local foods with feature articles, farm, ranch and restaurant profiles. To be included in the guide please or for more information call the Crested Butte Farmers Market at 970.901.0711 or by email at
The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre is proud to announce auditions for the 2010 Summer Musical, Guys and Dolls - to be directed by Theresa Andrasy-Sokol of the St. Petersburg Opera, with musical direction by Brent Douglas.Please call CBMT at 970.349.0366 for more information, and to schedule an audition between March 21st and April 2nd, 2010.
Arrangements Cooking Classes: 2010 Better Foods, Feast for Saint Patrick, Children's Spring Fling. www.arrangementsandevents.com, 349-0956.
Le Bosquet is offering all entrees available in 1/2 portions for 1/2 the price!
Donita's Cantina has installed a Web Cam! Go to www.donitascantina.com to see views of Elk Avenue and the surrounding mountains. The CantinaCam refreshes every three seconds so people can see the current weather and downtown business district in real time. Donita's is offering weekly coupon specials and gift certificate purchases on their newly designed website.
Timberline Restaurant is now serving brunch! Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Offering benedicts, huevos, pancakes , French toast, starting at $8.
Alpine Orthopaedics is open 7 days a week and 24/7 for urgent care! Urgent care phone number is 970-596-4786.
EastSide Bistro is now offering a locals 20% discount on dinner menu items Monday- Wednesday. Check out our web page, eastsidebistro.com for more details. For reservations call 970-349-9699.
10 Cent Tuesday! Gas Cafe has local discount on Tuesday for 10 cents off per gallon of gas on any cash or check purchase.
Save the Date:
-May 14 & 15 Crested Butte School of Dance annual spring performances May 14th &15th and 20th- 22nd. www.dancecrestedbutte.org
-The swamp party is coming back! June 26th and 27th.
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