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Good Morning Business Leaders! This week we have the opportunity to use all of the resources and knowledge we have to improve our life and the lives of those around us. Let us remember that the Energy and Passion we bring to the things we do goes a long way. When you are in a positive mindset your actions will be the same and your results will be so much better. Do everything with Passion … and watch what happens to your results! Passion is also contagious. When you project Energy, Passion and Determination to succeed … others around you will do so as well. It’s the Multiplier Effect … and one of the most powerful forces in the universe.

Key words this week: Energy, Passion, Determination … be them and make this a Fantastic Week!

Loretta

Applications now being taken for the 2011 Citizen Police Academy scheduled to begin on Wednesday, March 7, 2012. Classes will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. every Wednesday night through May 23, 2012 (twelve weeks). The final class meeting will consist of a graduation ceremony to celebrate the attendees’ completion of the Academy. No charge to attend. 18 yr or older. Questions about the Citizen Police Academy, please contact Sergeant Armstrong at 303-235-2927.

MyPIE is holding a fundraiser on January 31, all day, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. at 3928 Wadsworth. Please mark your calendar and drop by to get some of their great pizza. They are donating 31.4% of their sales that day to Wheat Ridge Feed the Future. Thanks MyPIE for your generous support of WR Feed the Future. Let’s see how many E WR members we can participating that day. You eat lunch or dinner, why not eat at MyPIE on Jan. 31st?

Grocery bags needed for Feed the Future. Since we started the Backpack feeding program at Stevens, we are really in need of plastic grocery bags again. Lots of them. Each student’s food items are double bagged so if we are filling 100 student backpacks, we use 200 grocery bags each Thursday and that is only for one school. There are 3 schools being serviced at this time by Feed the Future. Please bring them to the next EWR breakfast or drop them off at Stevens Elementary in the office area. 

Dues/Invoices
If you have received an invoice for you dues, please send your payment in to maintain your E WR membership. If you need to know if your dues are due, please contact Loretta.lorettaditirro@comcast.net to find out. If you have recently paid, many thanks!

BEST Training, Friday Feb. 24.  Email and Mobile Marketing – Getting Results  11:30am – 1:00pm, $20 a person (Lunch Included) DDRC – Conference Room 11177 West 8th Avenue, Suite 300, Lakewood, Colorado 80215   Phone: (303) 233-3363 Presenters: Daniel James, President & Owner of Faith Monkey – “The Do’s & Don’ts of Email Marketing” and Perry Jon Vasquez, President/CEO of DIO Mobile Solutions – “Getting Results with Mobile Marketing”. To register: http://jeffcobrc.org/BusinessEducation.html  

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Register today for the Feb 14 breakfast meeting.  We would love to see a big crowd that day and we always have some special treats when it’s a holiday like Valentines Day! Our speaker will be Kate Ripp – Topic “”How the Business Paradigm Has Changed Right Under Your Nose” 7:00-8:45 a.m. Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St.,  $12 E WR members, $15 non members. Please register at  http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php by Feb 9.  Punchcard users register online at http://www.ewheatridge.com/meetingsignup.php  also by Feb 9. Questions: 303-594-1520

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Welcome to the group Donna Shulte, Mile High Window Coverings, and Leonard Cordova of Bubba Chinos. Both are listed on the website so, time permitting, drop them a welcome email or stop in to say Hello!  Our 3rd annual Passport to Wheat Ridge was, again, met with great success. One winner was in attendance … Jan Lindgren … who said she woke up that morning and was certain she would win. How’s that for the Power of Positive Thoughts! The other two winners work at the Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center: Cindy Peterson and Diane Rutherford. Many Thanks to those who donated items: Home Instead Health Care, Abrakadoodle, Boatright & Ripp, The Dragon Fly, Habitat for Humanity, Pietra’s Pizza, Wheat Ridge Cyclery, BareLaser, Cress Kitchen & Bath, L&L Coins, City of Wheat Ridge and Vincenza’s! I’m certain the recipients will enjoy their gifts and hope they take time to stop in and say Thank You. All the Best for an Abundant Week of Receiving! You Deserve It!   Loretta

Applications now being taken for the 2012 Citizen Police Academy Applications now being taken for the 2012 Citizen Police Academy scheduled to begin on Wednesday, March 7, 2012. Classes will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. every Wednesday night through May 23, 2012 (twelve weeks). The final class meeting will consist of a graduation ceremony to celebrate the attendees’ completion of the Academy. No charge to attend. 18 yr or older. Questions about the Citizen Police Academy, please contact Sergeant Armstrong at 303-235-2927.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Wheat Ridge 2020 Planning and Development Academy. This years topics will include: 38th Avenue revitalization, light rail coming to WR, community market and demographic issues, infill development and revitalization, urban design,  city planning and development fundamentals.  Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6-9pm at the Wheat Ridge 2020 Offices. Specific dates are February 7 and 21, March 6 and 20. Plus a field trip to be determined by the class participants. Cost is $15. If you are interested in participating in the 2012 WR2020 Planning and Development Academy, please email Denise Balkas at dbalkas@wheatridge2020.org  or call the office at 720-259-1030.

Foothills Animal Shelter Fundraiser Wed Jan 18 4-8 pm Love Chipolte and Animals? Eat at Chipotle at 3294 Youngfield between 4-8 pm on Wed Jan 18th and bring this flyer: Click here for flyer you must take with you 50% of proceeds will go to Foothills Animal Shelter. Foothills Animal Shelter is Jefferson County’s (including Wheat Ridge) animal shelter.

Save the date for the March 14 fundraiser at myPIE benefiting Wheat Ridge Rotary. 11 am-9 pm, 3928 Wadsworth. Wheat Ridge Rotary is one of the communities Feed the Future partners. Please drop by myPIE that day and help support a great organization and the good works they do. myPIE is donating 31.4% of all sales that day to this effort. Thanks WR Rotary and myPIE!

Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering Jan 20-22 in Golden. If you like cowboy poetry or Western culture, pull on your boots, grab your hat and get to the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St. Golden. Concerts, daytime sessions, chuckwagon. Several E WR members volunteer at this event. Local and internationally known entertainers will be featured. Get tickets today at www.coloradocowboygathering.com

You know you love Enterprise Wheat Ridge. Take time now to register for the Feb 14 breakfast meeting.  We would love to see a big crowd that day and we always have some special treats when it’s a holiday like Valentines Day! Our speaker will be Kate Ripp – Topic “”How the Business Paradigm Has Changed Right Under Your Nose” 7:00-8:45 a.m., Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St., $12 E WR members, $15 non members. Please register at http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php by Feb 9.  Punchcard users register online at  http://www.ewheatridge.com/meetingsignup.php  also by Feb 9. Questions: 303-594-1520

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WELCOME 2012 …

The talk of the town are the Broncos, so we, too,  must, include them. Spectacular plays, teamwork and knowing We Can, won the game on Sunday. The fact that they never gave up is an attitude to be admired and mirrored. With the advent of a new year … and setting goals for ourselves … this will serve us well as each of achieve and succeed this year. The spirit of the year is positive … many saying the recession is lessening, banks are more receptive to commercial loans and people are spending money. In my small world of real estate, inventory is down considerably from 2011, so those folks selling homes have the advantage … when did we last see this happen?!? I’m actually in a bidding war for one of my homes as this is being written. So … have clarity on what you want to Accomplish, Receive and Add to your life. Then, simply Know it will happen … of course, you will have to do some work here … and finally Enjoy the Reward!

In anticipation of Celebrating You and Your Achievements in 2012 … and Thankful you’re a member of Enterprise Wheat Ridge,

My Best, Loretta

Live Local Wheat Ridge at Vincenza’s, Thursday, January 12 5:30-8:30pm

Vincenza’s Italian Ristorante & Bakery. Event special is $2.00 off glasses of chianti & Free dessert with purchase of an entrée. Drawings, fun and comeback specials for all those who join our Live Local  movement.  Live Local Wheat Ridge is a series of social  events at Wheat Ridge businesses to help residents live locally and support local restaurants and businesses. Live Local is scheduled for second Thursday of the month. If you would be interested in hosting a Live Local event, please contact kim@wheatridge2020.org or 720-259-1030.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Wheat Ridge 2020 Planning and Development Academy. This years topics will include: 38th Avenue revitalization, light rail coming to WR, community market and demographic issues, infill development and revitalization, urban design,  city planning and development fundamentals.  Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6-9pm at the Wheat Ridge 2020 Offices. Specific dates are February 7 and 21, March 6 and 20. Plus a field trip to be determined by the class participants. Cost is $15. If you are interested in participating in the 2012 WR2020 Planning and Development Academy, please email Denise Balkas at dbalkas@wheatridge2020.org  or call the office at 720-259-1030.

Thanks for the volunteers who helped sort food for 96 students as we kicked off the Feed the Future program at Stevens Elementary on Jan 5. A great group came, almost all from the appeal at the E WR luncheon. Our designated standing date is the first Thursday of each month. It’s done each Thursday of the month at 9 am if the first Thur won’t work into your schedule. It takes less than 1/2 hr of your time and makes a huge difference to the students and their families. Contact Loretta if you want to help in the future. 303-594-1520.

One of the benefit of Enterprise Wheat Ridge is that your business’ employees can use the recreation center at resident rates. Check with the front desk of the Wheat Ridge Rec Center for more information.  Remember, your membership does have it’s benefits~

Member organization in the News- Check out this recent story that featured Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. Bev White-ER Director and a Wheat Ridge resident were featured.  Click here to see the story

Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering is back in Jeffco this year. Jan 20-22. If you like cowboy poetry or Western culture, pull on your boots, grab your hat and get to the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St. Golden. Concerts, daytime sessions, chuckwagon. Several E WR members volunteer at this event. Baxter Black, Jon Chandler, Liz Masterson are among this year’s entertainers. Get more info at www.coloradocowboygathering.com

Time is clicking down to register for the our December 13 Annual Holiday luncheon.

Chris Tomer, FOX 31 meteorologist will be our guest speaker!  $18 early registration by Dec 6. $23 if you register Dec 7-9. Last day to register and pay is Dec 9.  Prepaid reservations only for the luncheon.  Seating is limited so register now!   Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St., 11:30 am-1 pm.  Please register at http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php by Dec 9. No punchcards will be honored for the luncheon. Questions: 303-594-1520

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‘Tis the Season for our annual Holiday Luncheon … and I Welcome Everyone to attend. We’ve got a Fantastic Speaker, Surprises, Awards and many to say Thank You to for helping us make 20111 memorable for Enterprise Wheat Ridge. Excellent time to bring that special guest you’ve thought of asking this past year. They’ll have a most enjoyable time … and agree to become a member. Or if you know someone we haven’t seen in a while, give them a call and ask they join you. Please RSVP at your earliest convenience, deadline is Dec 9.

Volunteer and Business of the Year nominations are due Wednesday, November 30^th. Please take time to recognize a person or business who have contributed to our community and E WR. Forms may be found on our website at www.ewheatridge.com.

The Jefferson County New Year’s Eve gala will be held at the Arvada Center for the Performance of the Arts. If you’d like to be a sponsor – levels of support vary – so feel free to contact Loretta directly with questions. Visit our website to learn more about the evening’s events.

Traditionally, this is also the time of year we ask everyone to bring at least one canned good item for our annual food drive. We’ll have a collection box at the back of the room.

Looking forward to seeing you on the 13^th …

Loretta

Make your donation count and give where you live.  2^nd annual Colorado Gives Day takes place Tues., Dec 6, midnight to midnight.  Find your favorite nonprofit on www.GivingFirst.org and donate to one or more of over 800 nonprofits listed.  If you want to help Feed the Future, you can donate to the Arvada Food Bank and write in Wheat Ridge Feed the Future on page 2 of the online form.  1^st Bank has generously committed $500,000 to kick of Colorado Give Day 2011.

BEST Business Training, Capture and Keep Your Customers. Tues Dec 6, 11:30 am-1 pm, Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison St, Lakewood 80226.  20.00 includes class and lunch. Must RSVP to attend.  www.jeffcobrc.org

Holiday Special Deals, Events & more from E WR member businesses or organizations-

Lots of our member businesses offer gift certificates you could get for those on your gift lists…here’s some other ideas.

DDRC’s 10th annual holiday bazaar takes place Thur. Dec 1, 10 am.-3 pm. 11177 W. 8th Ave, Lakewood. Crafts, food, Santa and more.  Free admission. 303-462-6585.

Hospice of St John Tree Lighting Ceremony, Fri. Dec 2. 6-8 pm.  1320 Everett Ct., Lakewood. Memorial reading of names, music, refreshments. Info Shannon 303-232-7900Family Tree’s Holidays of Hope program is seeking businesses or individuals to adopt famiies for the holidays or fill wish list item. Call 303-422-2133 x 210

Designers Hair Loft Skin Care Class, Friday, Dec 2, 1 pm. 7100 W. 44th Ave. Free, learn about DermaMedics skin care line, pharmaceutical grade line. Gift certificates for the Holidays! 303-423-2727

Food for Thought Catering taking orders for pumpkin rolls. Order today and pick up at E WR luncheon.  303-425-5442.

Vincenza’s holiday cookies & breads are rolling out of the oven each day. Stop by and wow people at your next party.   8000 W. 44th Ave.

Need Santa to visit your party or event? 303-425-0230 Dates are filling up so don’t wait too long to call.

Need a spectacular place for a large holiday party? Copper Fields has great food, a great bar and great rates! 720-898-8388.

Anthony M’s Visions In Gold, Chamila special, buy three beads and get a free jewelry box or buy two beads and get a free earring set. 303-424-1881, 6789 W. 44th Ave.

Still time to order food gifts to give for Christmas.                                                                                             Thank Em Promotions www.thankem.com 303-425-0230

Need flowers for you holiday event?  Posey Girl Floral, 7210 W. 38th Ave. & Swiss Flowers and Gift Cottage, 9840 W. 44th Ave., both have flower and floral related gift items.

Mark Your Calendar for New Year’s Eve Party~ Mark your calendar for Dec 31, 9 pm to midnight,  for the first ever All Jefferson County New Year’s Eve Soiree at the Arvada Center.  Live music all night, full casino tables, cash bar, champagne toast at midnight.  Attire: Hot Hot Hot!  Must be 21 to attend. 75.00 a person, Purchase tickets at the Arvada Chamber. details at:  http://www.ewheatridge.com/pdfs/NewYearsEve2012.pdf 

Chris Tomer, FOX 31 meteorologist will be our guest speaker!  $18 early registration by Dec 6. $23 if you register Dec 7-9. Last day to register and pay is Dec 9.  Prepaid reservations only for the luncheon.  Seating is limited so register now!   Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St., 11:30 am-1 pm.  Please register at http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php by Dec 6. No punchcards will be honored for the luncheon. Questions: 303-594-1520

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We wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving.  Whether you are celebrating at home, in a restaurant or on the slopes, here’s to a day of being together and being grateful….Speaking of grateful, please know how grateful we are to have you as part of Enterprise Wheat Ridge.  With all of us working toward the same goal of a better and stronger community, we are very lucky!

How are you thanking your clients and customers this holiday season?

-      Wheat Ridge Lighting ceremony is one of the Enterprise Wheat Ridge major sponsored events.  It takes place this year on Sun. Dec. 4, 6 pm. at the Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling.  Lighting of the lights, hay rides, Santa visits, cookies and more.  Let’s have a big turnout for this free event which will be held both inside and outside.  Dress warm and bring your favorite little ones.  Starts at 6 p.m. and is over by 7:30.

-      Passport to Wheat Ridge continues. If you have a gift or certificate you would like to donate for the 3 prize bags, please bring that to the Dec. 13 luncheon.  We hope you will join us that day for one of the best celebrations around…Be sure to register early.  The information at the top of this e-blast gives the registration information. If you have questions about Passport email president@wheatridge.biz

-      8 days left to nominate someone for E WR Volunteer of the Year Volunteer nomination form and a business for Business of the Year business nomination form.  Please turn them in by Nov. 30, 2011. The winners will be honored at the Holiday luncheon on Dec 13.

If you shop on Black Friday…remember to Shop Wheat Ridge!   Loretta

Make your donation count and give where you live.  2^nd annual Colorado Gives Day takes place Tues., Dec 6, midnight to midnight.  Find your favorite nonprofit on www.GivingFirst.org and donate to one or more of over 800 nonprofits listed.  If you want to help Feed the Future, you can donate to the Arvada Food Bank and write in Wheat Ridge Feed the Future on page 2 of the online form.  1^st Bank has generously committed $500,000 to kick of Colorado Give Day 2011.

BEST Business Training, Capture and Keep Your Customers. Tues Dec 6, 11:30 am-1 pm, Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison St, Lakewood 80226.  20.00 includes class and lunch. Must RSVP to attend.  www.jeffcobrc.org

Holiday Special Deals, Events & more from E WR member businesses or organizations-

Lots of our member businesses offer gift certificates you could get for those on your gift lists…here’s some other ideas.

DDRC’s 10th annual holiday bazaar takes place Thur. Dec 1, 10 am.-3 pm. 11177 W. 8th Ave, Lakewood. Crafts, food, Santa and more.  Free admission.  303-462-6585.

Hospice of St John Tree Lighting Ceremony, Fri. Dec 2. 6-8 pm.  1320 Everett Ct., Lakewood. Memorial reading of names, music, refreshments. Info Shannon 303-232-7900Family Tree’s Holidays of Hope program is seeking businesses or individuals to adopt famiies for the holidays or fill wish list item. Call 303-422-2133 x 210

Designers Hair Loft Skin Care Class, Friday, Dec 2, 1 pm. 7100 W. 44th Ave. Free, learn about DermaMedics skin care line, pharmaceutical grade line. Gift certificates for the Holidays! 303-423-2727

Food for Thought Catering taking orders for pumpkin rolls. Order today and pick up at E WR luncheon.  303-425-5442.

Vincenza’s holiday cookies & breads are rolling out of the oven each day. Stop by and wow people at your next party.   8000 W. 44th Ave.

Need Santa to visit your party or event? 303-425-0230 Dates are filling up so don’t wait too long to call.

Need a spectacular place for a large holiday party? Copper Fields has  great food, a great bar and great rates! 720-898-8388.

Anthony M’s Visions In Gold beautiful custom jewelry and a special on Chamilia beads. 303-424-1881, 6789 W. 44th Ave.

Still time to order imprinted holiday cards and food gifts. Thank Em Promotions www.thankem.com 303-425-0230

Need flowers for you holiday event?  Posey Girl Floral, 7210 W. 38th Ave. & Swiss Flowers and Gift Cottage, 9840 W. 44th Ave., both have flower and floral related gift items.

We are in the middle of holiday season activities now!  Only 28 business days until Christmas…What are you doing to draw traffic into your business?

Passport to Wheat Ridge is underway… The “Gift Bags” will each have over $300 in gift certificates and/or goodies. We have signs for windows if you would like one for your business, let us know. We hope you will have more traffic as we are in our 3rd year of this Shop Wheat Ridge program and it continues to grow … Thanks to those who have donated gift certificates and items for the Passport to Wheat Ridge bags.  If you would like to donate items or certificates for the prize bags, let us know.   secretary@wheatridge.biz or president@wheatridge.biz

Here’s a link to the Volunteer of the Year Volunteer nomination form and Business of the Year business nomination form.  Please turn them in by Nov. 30, 2011. The winners will be honored at the Holiday luncheon on Dec 13.

2 Days until BEST Training Class  Keeping Your Business in Business. Learn how to hire the right people and improve operations at every level. Thur. Nov 17, 2011, 11:30 am-1 pm, The West Chamber, 1667 Cole Blvd, Bldg 19, #400, Lakewood, 80401. Cost 20.00 includes lunch and presentation.  Seating is limited. Register www.jeffcobrc.org

Make your donation count. The second annual Colorado Gives Day is Tues. Dec 6, 2011.Midnight to Midnight, Find your favorite nonprofits on www.GivingFirst.org and give where you live.  Over 800 nonprofits are listed. If you want to help Feed the Future, you can donate to the Arvada Food Bank and write in Wheat Ridge Feed the Future on the 2^nd page. Enterprise Wheat Ridge has several non profit members who would also love to be considered for donations. If you go to our websitehttp://ewheatridge.com/search-for-businesses.php, you can find a list of them if you search non profit organization in the middle box.  1^stBank has generously committed $500,000 to kick off Colorado Gives Day 2011.

Dues notices have gone out for Enterprise Wheat Ridge. If you receive one, we would appreciate you renewing now. If you have already renewed for 2011-12, we thank you for your continued support of E WR. If you have questions about your anniversary date, please email Loretta atlorettaditirro@comcast.net

City of Wheat Ridge Holiday lighting ceremony takes place on Sun. Dec 4, 6 pm-7:15 pm.Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St. Caroling, hayrides, Santa, refreshments and more.  Free to attend. Ages 1-91.  Bring the kids, dress warm as some of it is outside. This is sponsored by Enterprise Wheat Ridge and Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation.

Small Business Saturday is Sat. Nov. 26.  It’s a national movement to encourage people to pick one small business to shop at to make a local difference.  Hope you will find your favorite small business that day and make a purchase!  More info can be found at: http://smallbusinesssaturday.com There are places on this site to list your own Small Business Saturday promotions.

The Hospice of Saint John Holiday Tree Lighting, Friday, December 2nd from 6-8 at the Hospice of Saint John. 6:00 PM – Musical Selections, 6:30 PM – Inspirational Message & Reading of Honoree Names, 7:00 PM -  Lighting of our Holiday Tree. Complimentary Refreshments – Commemorative Gifts – Holiday Horse and Carriage Shuttle from Safeway at Colfax & Garrison (begins at 5:15) – Children’s Crafts.  Please RSVP by calling the Development Dept 303.232.7900  or email:   alinnertz@hospiceofsaintjohn.org.

Our December meeting is our Annual Holiday luncheon.  Please take time now to register for the Dec 13 event. Chris Tomer, FOX 31 meteorologist will be our guest speaker!  $18 early registration by Dec 6. $23 if you register Dec 7-9. Last day to register and pay is Dec 9.  Prepaid reservations only for the luncheon.  Seating is limited so register now!  Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St., 11:30 am-1 pm.  Please register at http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php by Dec 6. No punchcards or walk-ins will be honored at the luncheon. Questions: 303-594-1520

We are in the middle of holiday season activities now!  Only 32 business days until Christmas…What are you doing to draw traffic into your business?

Wheat Ridge Wines and Dines takes place at tonight, Nov. 8, 5:30-8:30 pm, Copper Fields Events Chateau.  Come taste some of Wheat Ridge’s finest foods and some great wines. $35 per person. www.wheatridge2020.org or call 720-259-1030.

Passport to Wheat Ridge is underway… The “Gift Bags” will each have over $300 in gift certificates and/or goodies. We have signs for windows if you would like one for your business, let us know. We hope you will have more traffic as we are in our 3rd year of this Shop Wheat Ridge program and it continues to grow … many business owners should now have Passports on hand to give to their customers and promote the program. Give this idea some thought and see how much the customer in front of you will appreciate your effort! Remember you can print some passports off the E WR website.

Thanks to those who have donated gift certificates and items for the Passport to Wheat Ridge bags.  If you would like to donate items or certificates for the prize bags, let us know.   secretary@wheatridge.biz or president@wheatridge.biz

Here’s a link to the Volunteer of the Year Volunteer nomination form and Business of the Year business nomination form.  Please turn them in by Nov. 30, 2011. The winners will be honored at the Holiday luncheon on Dec 13.

Loretta

BEST Training Class  Keeping Your Business in Business. Learn how to hire the right people and imprive operations at every level. Thur. Nov 17, 2011, 11:30 am-1 pm, The West Chamber, 1667 Cole Blvd, Bldg 19, #400, Lakewood, 80401. Cost 20.00 includes lunch and presentation.  Seating is limited. Register www.jeffcobrc.org

Make your donation count. The second annual Colorado Gives Day is Tues. Dec 6, 2011. Midnight to Midnight, Find your favorite nonprofits on www.GivingFirst.org and give where you live.  Over 800 nonprofits are listed. If you want to help Feed the Future, you can donate to the Arvada Food Bank and write in Wheat Ridge Feed the Future on the 2^nd page. Enterprise Wheat Ridge has several non profit members who would also love to be considered for donations. If you go to our website http://ewheatridge.com/search-for-businesses.php, you can find a list of them if you search non profit organization in the middle box.  1^stBank has generously committed $500,000 to kick off Colorado Gives Day 2011.

Dues notices have gone out for Enterprise Wheat Ridge. If you receive one, we would appreciate you renewing now. If you have already renewed for 2011-12, we thank you for your continued support of E WR. If you have questions about your anniversary date, please email Loretta at lorettaditirro@comcast.net

City of Wheat Ridge Holiday lighting ceremony takes place on Sun. Dec 4, 6 pm-7:15 pm. Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St. Caroling, hayrides, Santa, refreshments and more.  Free to attend. Ages 1-91.  Bring the kids, dress warm as some of it is outside. This is sponsored by Enterprise Wheat Ridge and Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation.

Greetings to All on this Stunning Fall Day!

First, Thank You to all Members who have renewed their membership with Enterprise Wheat Ridge … Much Appreciated! It’s what keeps us Alive and Happy … especially when we see you at a meeting or After Hours.

Lots of Exciting Events coming your way during the next few months … visit our website atwww.ewheatridge.com to know when and where. This week take time to stop at Home Instead Senior Care’s Open House, Thursday, October 6th, 4:30pm to 7:00pm. I’ve had the opportunity to sit in Ann Allen’s office at her previous location and it was Stunning. Can only imagine what design they’ve incorporated at their new location. Let’s find out together.

If you like morning meetings and events, then next week is your week!

Time to register for the Oct 11th Enterprise Wheat Ridge Breakfast meeting. Speaker will be Marla Riegel, President of The Inspired Business Center, Speaker. “Turning Conflict into Collaboration – A 3 Step Approach.” WR Rec Center. E WR members 12.00, non members 15.00 Please register by Oct 6 to http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php. Questions 303-594-1520

Also, the Wheat Ridge Business Awards event is a breakfast, Wed. Oct. 12, also at the Wheat Ridge Rec Center.  7:30-9:00 am.  Free to attend but seating is limited so please RSVP to 303-231-1635 by Oct 5 or email clorentz@ci.wheatridge.co.us

I’ve been talking with several business owners about a Christmas Walk/Drive on 44th. If you have a business, or would like to partner with one on 44th, and interested in participating, please let me know.44th Avenue has some great businesses we can feature and would be an excellent area to begin an annual tradition. Again, email me at lorettaditirro@comcast.net should this be of interest to you.

City elections are right around the corner … take time to become informed! We have a couple of districts in which the race has become a bit heated … good for the citizens in those areas. Call, email or drop a line to the candidates. Learn their position on businesses and how they see themselves supporting us as we move forward with all the exciting new projects City Hall will be working towards during the next couple of years. Let’s be certain we’re all on the same page.

Missed seeing Pam Goff at our meetings and wondering “where is one of our most passionate members”? Well, she’s been laid up with a back injury. Take time to drop her a note or send an email of Cheers! We hope to see her pain free and back on her feet soon.

All the Best and Make this an Over the Top Fantastic Week,

Loretta

BEST Training Class, Employment Law Update Wed. Oct 19, 2011  7:30-9:00 am. Arvada City Council Chambers Free (light breakfast included) Info Lisa  720-898-7010 Register at www.jeffcobrc.org

Open House Oct. 6  4:30-7:00 pm Home Instead Senior Care, 6191 W. 44th Ave. Lots of good food and door prizes (A Kindle and bottles of wine) Come see their newly renovated building, mingle, munch and more. Phone 303-463-1900

Wheat Ridge Business Awards Breakfast, Oct 12, 7:30-9:00 a.m., WR Rec Center. RSVP’s are due by Wed Oct 5th. Call 303-231-1635 to RSVP. Space is limited so don’t wait if you want to be part of this fun annual event!

Seniors’ Resource Center Thur. Oct 13 4-7 p.m Adult Day and Respite Building Grand Opening!  Come celebrate SRC’s new building with refreshments, tours, open house, and a ribbon cutting! 3227 Chase Street Denver, CO 80212  Schedule of Events 4:00 PM: Welcome and Networking. 5:30 PM: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 5:45 PM: Tours. Visit http://newbuildingopenhouse.eventbrite.com to RSVP.

Gearing up now for Passport to Wheat Ridge Shopping 2011. Watch for details!

Why not take time today and register for the Sept 13. breakfast meeting? Our speakers are State Senator Cheri Jahn, State Rep. Sue Schafer and former State Treasurer Mark Hillman. We will also have networking, door prizes and community updates.  7:00-8:45 am,  Wheat Ridge Rec Center, E WR members 12.00  Non members 15.00

Register at http://ewheatridge.com/meetingregister.php   Deadline is Sept 8 so please get your name on the list by then or mail your check to E WR, PO Box 1231, WR, 80034-1231 if you want to attend.  Punchcard users click on the RSVP page on the home page of E WR website. if you want to use a punchcard for your Aug. breakfast, please RSVP by same Sept 8 deadline.

Loretta’s Lines:  Greetings EWR Members-

Alphabet Group After Hours will take place on September 15th at 1stBank at 44th and Wadsworth. Our last event, held at modmood, drew over 175 business owners from Arvada, Golden, Wheat Ridge and Lakewood.
There will be a food drive at the Carnation Festival. The collection bin will be conveniently located at the entrance of the midway. Please take time to bring a non-perishable food item … your act of kindness will be appreciated.

Oct.12 will be the Annual City Business Awards ceremony. Please note change of date. Nominate a Wheat Ridge business today!  http://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/DocumentView.aspx?DID=2974

Tis dues time!. July is when many dues are due. Check your receipt for ’10 and if it was July or Aug. last year, it’s time to pay. Please send them to the PO Box or go online to pay them. Thanks for saving us time and postage sending your dues invoice!

A few tickets remain for the Sept 9 Rockies/Reds game at Coors Field. Tickets are 26.00 ea and include 10.00 concession credit. If you want to come and didn’t bring your money today, contact Matt Cloutier to see if tickets are available. matt.gws@adviserfocus.com

Looking forward to seeing you at the Carnation Festival events next week!

Have a terrific week!

Loretta

BEST Class Running Your Home Based Business Friday, August 19 ~ Lakewood Cultural Center, 11:30am-1pm (lunch included) No Charge, but please pre-register!  Sponsored by the City of Lakewood & The West Chamber. The Jefferson County BEST program will join representatives from Lakewood’s finance and code enforcement departments for a seminar on how to successfully and legally operate your home-based business. The lessons learned will be applicable to all municipalities in Jefferson County.  To register:  www.jeffcobrc.org/businesseducation

2011 Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival takes place on Aug. 19 and 20th. 44th and Field.  2 nights of fireworks, live entertainment, parade on Sat.(38th Ave Harlan to Upham), car show, art show, chili cooking contest and more!  Something for all ages. Visit   www.thecarnationfestival.com for more info and schedule or if you want to have an entry in the parade. Margie needs sign holders for the parade royalty banners so if you are so inclined and available the morning of Aug. 20th, please email Margie asap  seyfermarg@aol.com

Sign Company Holds Sign Drawing  Vinyl Works, a Wheat Ridge sign company, kicked off their promotional drawing on Aug. 1st in an effort to help revitalize the City of Wheat Ridge. One business will get an update to their storefront signage. Wheat Ridge businesses are encouraged to enter to ensure our community thrives and continues to be a destination point for Colorado residents and businesses.The winner will be announced at the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival on August 20, visit www.myvinylworks.com for details. Enter today!

MyPIE Fundraiser to benefit the Action Center (Jeffco Action Center).  Thursday, August 11th, MyPIE Pizza in Wheat Ridge will donate 31.4% of all their sales to the Action Center. MyPIE PIzza — 3928 Wadsworth Blvd, (at the north end of the Safeway shopping center on 38th & Wadsworth).  www.welovemypie.com  Enterprise Wheat Ridge has supported the Action Center with school supply and food drives in the past as they serve families in need in Jefferson County, including Wheat Ridge families.  Please show our support for this business and the Action Center!

Live Local at Noodles & Company Join WR 2020 the 5th Live Local Wheat Ridge event on Thursday, August 11th 6-9 p..m. at Noodles & Company in the Applewood Business Park on Youngfield.  Come enjoy Buy One Get One Free specials on noodles, salads, sandwiches, and TRIO items.  Play trivia and win door prizes.Visit the Live Local Wheat Ridge Facebook page to RSVP for events, to view pictures from the previous events, and to keep updated on Live Local. Live Local Wheat Ridge is a series of social events at Wheat Ridge businesses to help residents live locally and support local restaurants and businesses. Live Local is scheduled for second Thursdays of the month.

Carnation Festival Special  The Pampering Place is offering a Gelish Mani $10 off can last up to 3 weeks. Also offering Gelish at  pedicures $10 off. 303.324.6078