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SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955•REPRESENTING 12,226 SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955•REPRESENTING 12,226 MEMBER EMPLOYEESMEMBER EMPLOYEES•NOVEMBER2012 VOLU ME 19, NUMBER 11•NOVEMBER2012 VOLU ME 19, NUMBER 11
Initiative begins the journey on the
road to success.
Castle Rock Economic Gardeners can
help prepare you for the future.
The business world is constantly
changing, Let CREG help you
expect the unexpected.
⇒ YEA! Young Entrepreneurs' Academy
⇒ Chamber’s Business Boot Camp
⇒ Webster University Masters Program
⇒ Business Consultations
⇒ Monthly Business Trainings
⇒ Ask CREG Blog
Castle Rock Economic Gardeners (CREG) is helping Douglas County
businesses flourish in today’s marketplace.
Whether you’re just starting out and need help turning an idea into reali ty, or you’ve been established for years
and want to take your business to the next level , we can show you how to gain the knowledge, di rection, and
connections you need to cul tivate a successful business. The concept of economic gardening fosters entrepre-
neurial activi ty by providing the essential information, infrastructure, and resources required for successful
business development and growth. Provide your business with
the nourishment i t needs to grow by participating in one of
the many services the Chamber has to offer through i ts
Economic Gardening program. Read more page 8
or check out their website at
www.CastleRockEG.com.
this issue
Economic Update P.2
Business of The Month-Rockyard P.4
Member Orientation P.7
Register for Healthy Living Expo P.12
Upcoming Events P.23
COMING SOON!
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Analysis of Colorado’s Job & Economy (October 2012)
On average, the U.S. has added about 146,000 jobs per month so far this year and Colorado is on track to add 35,000 to 40,000 workers barring major revi-sions by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or an unforeseen major disruption. In mid-October the Conference Board released its economic update. It is optimistic about the remainder of 2012, but shows a marked slowdown in the first half of 2013. Improve-ment is on tap for the second half of next year. Is Colorado Outperforming the U.S. Economy in the Recovery?
In terms of total employment, the answer is YES. Colorado has recovered 60.0% of jobs lost from its peak and the U.S. has recovered 46.1%. In terms of private sector employment, the answer is NO. Colorado has re-covered 51.6% and the U.S. has recovered 53.3% of jobs lost from the 2008 peak. Government employment is the difference maker. Nationally, total government employment has declined since the recession, although it has added jobs the past two months. Meanwhile Colorado government em-ployment did not experience a downturn and is in fact trending upward. The increase in government employment is a reflection of an improved economy, i.e. revenue streams from property taxes, income taxes, and re-tail taxes have gotten stronger. While it is great to hear about a stronger economy, government and education are not directly responsible for the creation of other jobs.
Between 2000 and 2011 annualized Real GDP growth was 1.6%. By com-parison, 2012 was above average and 2013 is projected to be average. In that economic environment, the U.S. and Colorado added jobs. The un-employment rate has remained around 8.0% for most of the year. Unfor-tunately, it seems the focus is often on the unemployment rate rather than the 218,000 unemployed Coloradans.
There are bright spots in the Colorado economy:
•There is a group of solid growth industries that employ about 42% of the workers. These industries have added about 26,500 jobs. Growth of these industries has been slightly slower than anticipated because of the wild-fires and the slowing global economy.
•The group of limited industries that employ about 26% of workers has added about 9,900 workers. The performance of these industries is right on forecast.
•The group of volatile industries employs about 32% of all workers. They have performed slightly better than anticipated, adding about 2,500 jobs. Improvements in construction and finance have driven the growth in these areas. Article continues on next page.
2012-2013 Board of Directors
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Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile ,PC
CCCCHAIRHAIRHAIRHAIR---- ELECTLECTLECTLECT
Michael Likens, Michael Likens, Michael Likens, Michael Likens, gopixel design studios inc.
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Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, B2B CFO
TTTTREA SURERREA SURERREA SURERREA SURER---- EEEELECTLECTLECTLECT
Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, FirstBank - Douglas County
IIIIMM EDIATEMM EDIATEMM EDIATEMM EDIATE P P P PASTASTASTAST C C C CHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMAN
Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center
DDDDIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORS
Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Random Productions
John Cona, John Cona, John Cona, John Cona, ACME Brick
David FarnanDavid FarnanDavid FarnanDavid Farnan, Douglas County Libraries
Todd Folkenberg, Todd Folkenberg, Todd Folkenberg, Todd Folkenberg, Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus
Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Colorado Agricultura l Leadersh ip Foundation
Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Douglas County Assessors
Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Mutual of Omaha
Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, RE/MAX Alliance
Elyse McNultyElyse McNultyElyse McNultyElyse McNulty, Kaiser Permanente
Dr. Karl SternerDr. Karl SternerDr. Karl SternerDr. Karl Sterner, Webster University
Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Estrada Strategies
Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Colorado Community Bank
EEEEXXXX----OFFICIOOFFICIOOFFICIOOFFICIO
Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber
Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Town of Castle Rock
Frank Gray, Frank Gray, Frank Gray, Frank Gray, President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC
Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Town Clerk
CCCCHAMBERHAMBERHAMBERHAMBER STAFFSTAFFSTAFFSTAFF
Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO
Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Vice President of Programs
Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, VP of Membership & Community Development
Tammy C ratty, Tammy C ratty, Tammy C ratty, Tammy C ratty, Office Administrator
Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Communications Specialist
Wendy Krzeczowski, Wendy Krzeczowski, Wendy Krzeczowski, Wendy Krzeczowski, Event Manager
Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Membership Account Executive
Susan BeamsSusan BeamsSusan BeamsSusan Beams, Membership Account Executive
Economic Update
Gary Horvath
Colorado Economy/
Researcher —
Labor Market
Information Group
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Barring major unforeseen events or adjustments to the data by the BLS, Colorado is on track to add 35,000 to 40,000 jobs next year. The following two slides support this “optimistic” projection.
About CBER
CBER - Colorado-based Business and Economic Research
For more than two dec-ades CBER associates have conducted high-profile business, economic, and market research in Colo-rado to study the indus-tries and clusters that drive the state economy. As well they have directed two statewide analyses, including reviews of all 64 county economies.
Research has included economic analysis, fore-casting, development of indices to track economic performance, market re-search, and strategic analysis. Business leaders, policy makers, and eco-nomic developers have used CBER research to make decisions that have benefitted the state of Colorado.
View their website at:
http://cber.co/
Economic Update
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The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce is
pleased to announce its October
recipient for Business of the Month —
Rockyard American Grill & Brewing Com-
pany. They have been proud members of
the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce for
more than 13 years. You’re probably ex-
pecting a little story about how long Rock-
yard has been open in Castle Rock, how
great we are and why you should come eat
and drink here. Two reasons you should
come here are our great food and award-
winning beer. That’s a small part of the
story. A better reason is what we are doing to give back to the community. Beginning on July 1, 2012, Rockyard was proud to begin our year-
long support mission for the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center. We do this by donating $1 from every pizza we sell. Pizza was new
for us and we decided to do other new things too – like give some money away to a worthy cause. We chose WCFOC because they help local
folks in a time of crisis. Everyone needs a little h elp now and then. Local folks are the foundation of our business. We can’t operate without
them buying our beer at retail locations, being our guests for lunch or dinner, as well as being our employees. Why wouldn’t we help take
care of them? We h aven’t made a big deal out of this donation yet. You might ask why. It’s because we had no idea how big a d eal this
might be. Or maybe you wouldn’t like our pizza and we wouldn’t sell enough to make a dec ent donation to WCFOC. Well, let me tell you, as
of the end of September, our guests have enabled us to donate $1870 – averaging over $600 per month! WCFOC is certainly happy with the
donation size. And our pizza guys are making so many pizzas that they have a full time job and can eat some-
thing besides pizza. So come on down and give our pizza a try. You’ll be glad you did. And so will WCFOC. Check
out the WCFOC at http://twcfoc.org to learn more about them. Rockyard would like to thank to the Castle Rock
Chamber of Commerce for the Business of the Month recognition! It’s a great honor. Now do the good Cham-
ber-member thing, come on down to Rockyard, get a pizza and help out your neighbors! P.S. If you have a local
non-profit charitable organization that you think we should help next year, we are happy to accept their applica-
tion to become the next beneficiary of this program. Email a letter detailing why your organization should be the
next recipient of our community’s generosity via [email protected].
Your Chamber works to...
-Strengthen our local economy
-Promote the community
-Take political action
-Create business relationships
-Represent business with
government
Our Mission To su pport, enc ourage and promote mem ber businesse s in the c ommunity
To be a “voice” for businesse s t o local and reg iona l government
To foste r a l ivable, v ital community whe re qua lity of li fe and positive growth a re both possible
Our Vision Igniting passion for busine ss success and community prosperity .
Our Values
Accountability-to provide transparent and responsive leadership;
acting as good stewards of funds, time and resources
Innovation-to inspire new ideas, solutions and opportunities
Integrity-to do things right and always do the right thing
Respect-to earn trust and to hold others in high esteem
Team Work-to motivate and empower one another to do great things
Relationships-to build enduring connections and partnerships founded
upon honesty, gratitude and commitment
Diversity-to honor and value varied ideas, beliefs and practices
Mission, Vision
& Values
Business of the Month-Rockyard American Grill & Brewing Company
Pam Ridler, Chamber President, proudly presents the Business of the Month Award to Jeff Drabing and Rockyard staff
as the Chamber Ambassadors and staff show their support.
Congratulations to Rockyard
for being recognized as an
outstanding and invested
member business. The Castle
Rock Chamber greatly
appreciates their continuous
support!
Pick 3. Spend 50.
Save our local economy.
Please join us in supporting
the movement to strengthen
independent, locally owned
businesses. For information,
visit www.the350project.net
or read more on page 9.
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November Calendar of Chamber Events Thursday 1st Castle Rock Stars Monthly Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:00 am Douglas County Gives Committee (Chamber) @ 11:00 am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Friday 2nd Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am
Sunday 4th Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Chamber) @ 2:00 pm
Monday 5th Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View) @ 5:00 pm
Tuesday 6th Membership Orientation (Chamber) @ 7:45 am
Wednesday 7th Leadership Douglas County (Castle Rock Adventist & Windcrest) @ 8:00 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Starlighting Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 1:15 pm
Thursday 8th Business Over Breakfast (Wells Fargo) @ 7:30 am Ribbon Cutting (Metzler Memory Care) @ 4:00 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Saturday 10th Leadership Douglas County Retreat (BRC Community Management) @ 9:00 am
Monday 12th Women of Influence Committee (Chamber) @ 2:30 pm Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View) @ 5:00 pm
Tuesday 13th Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Business Training “Get Your Back Up Off the Wall” @ (Chamber) @ 11:00 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Healthy Living Expo Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3:00 pm Business Boot Camp (Chamber) @ 5:00 pm
Wednesday 14th Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 10:30 am Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 pm Business After Hours (Medved) @ 5:00 pm
Thursday 15th Board of Directors Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Castle Rock Stars Monthly Lunch (TBD) @ 11:30 am DC. Community Foundation Board Mtg (Chamber) 3:30 pm Ribbon Cutting (Plum Creek Investments) @ 4:00 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Friday 16th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am
Saturday 17th Castle Rock Starlighting (Downtown) @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Monday 19th Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View) @ 5:00 pm
Tuesday 20th Leadership Douglas County Steering Meeting (Chamber) 7:30 am
Wednesday 21st Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am
PRESIDENT’S LEVEL
Castle Rock Bank
Colorado Community Media
Sky Ridge Medical Center
EXECUTIVE LEVEL
Black Hills Energy
Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus
Douglas County Living Magazine
Intermountain Rural Electric Assoc.
Pinnacol Assurance
ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL
Castle Rock Development Company
FirstBank-Douglas County
Patriot Enterprises
Webster University
Wells Fargo Bank
PREMIER LEVEL
Bonaventure of Castle Rock
Bubbles Liquor World
CoWest Insurance Group
Douglas County Libraries
Folkestad,Fazekas,Barrick & Patoile PC
gopixel design studios, inc.
Kaiser Permanente
Key Bank
One Clear Choice Garage Doors
Plumbline Services Inc.
Random Productions
Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd Chamber Offices Closed, Happy Thanksgiving
Monday 26th CR Economic Gardening Mtg (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View) @ 5:00 pm
Tuesday 27th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am
Wednesday 28th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Business of the Month (Outlets at Castle Rock) @ 9:00 am
Thursday 29th Ribbon Cutting (Castle Rock Funeral and Cremation) @ 4:00 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
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Business Trainings Get Your Back Up Off the Wall, Network, Come On!
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
11 am to 1 pm
Castle Rock Chamber 420 Jerry Street
Presentation Highlights:
Love them or hate them, we all should be taking advantage of
networking events. And of all us can be smarter and more
strategic in how we make use of them!
Please join us for an informal discussion about getting the most
out of a networking event. You will undoubtedly pick up some
ideas you'll want to try that will make your next experience
more productive, less stressful, and maybe even fun!
The facilitators will organize the discussion around:
•Preparing for the event
•Working the event
•Following up after the event
Imagine walking into your next After Hours business mixer
(November BAH is following day-Nov. 14th!) with confidence and
a spring in your step-and walking out two hours later having
created some new business connections and opportunities!
FREE to Members; $20 for Non Members
RSVP to [email protected] or call 303-688-4597.
No Business Trainings
are scheduled for
December.
Enjoy your holidays.
Save the Date:
January 15, 2013
Topic: Linked In
Brock Goodwin
Mutual of Omaha
Have you used “Ask CREG” yet?
What are you waiting for?
We are here to help!
“Ask CREG” is an online panel of local community business experts who are committed to
empowering and equipping business owners to grow and succeed. We believe that through
local collaboration and business enrichment we will positively impact the local economy.
Running a successful business takes more than luck. Learn how CREG can help your new or
existing business succeed.
“Ask CREG” today,
it’s fast & easy!
www.CastleRockEG.com/blog
Brian Leugs Business
Communications Support
Wendy Nelson
B2B CFO
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Member to Member
Discount Program
As part of your investment with
the Castle Rock Chamber of
Commerce, you are eligible to
participate in this program!
You may offer savings or items
of value that represent your
business and take advantage of
those offers from fellow
members. This is part of the
Chamber’s ongoing efforts to
help our members save. By
participating in this program,
you are furthering the
economic development and
growth in our community.
View all the member to
member discounts at
www.CastleRock.org in the
Members Only section or
contact Joanne Taylor at
303-688-4597 or email her at
participate.
The Chamber is Sweet On You! The Chamber recognizes and appreciates our mem-
bers in a tradition called Member Appreciation Day whereby the store front busi-
nesses receive an item designating them as a Member. The last two years, this item
has been a ribbon that is placed on the front door or window of a Chamber Member.
In addition, the new Directory and thank you gift is
given to the Chamber Member as well. On Friday, Octo-
ber 19th, more than 20 Ambassadors and Chamber staff
members covered the Castle Rock area and distributed
almost three hundred 2013 Chamber Directories and
thank you gifts. Our theme this year was: The Chamber
is Sweet On You! which was on the tee’s everyone was
wearing. Many Chamber
members were anxiously
awaiting the Ambassadors
and Chamber staff to come
in and give a special thank
you in person! We are ex-
cited to have the opportunity each year to let our mem-
bers know how important they are to us. And, we could
not carry out this special day without our Member Ap-
preciation
Day sponsor,
Wells Fargo
Bank!
Special Member Appreciation Event for
Home-Based Businesses—In conjunction
with the “traditional” Membership Appre-
ciation Day, the Chamber had a separate
event on Thursday, October 18th. All
home-based businesses were invited to
come to the Chamber, pick up their directory and enjoy a piece of pie sponsored by
Village Inn! We had several members come in and mingle with Ambassadors and
Chamber staff over pie. The Chamber appreciates all our Members whether there is a
store front or not! Thank you to all our members for your continuous support
through your membership investments.
Come to our next New Member Orientation, November 6, 2012
Are you a new member, an existing member, haven’t seen the new Visitors Center or
met the Chamber staff? If the answer is yes, then mark your calendar for Tuesday,
November 6, 2012 to a ttend a Member Orientation! Plan to arrive about 7:45am at
the Chamber to sign in and network as the orientation begins a t 8:00am and completed
about 9:30am. Enjoy a cozy setting and a continental breakfast while you meet other
members and s taff as well as hear a short presentation from each staff member! Email
Joanne ([email protected]) or call 303-688-4597 to register now as seating is lim-
ited! Bring your business cards—there will be a drawing!
Membership Day Appreciated by Our
Chamber Members!!!
Airship Printi ng
Ellenberger Auction and E states
Essence Healt h and Fitness
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Business Boot Camp Will Take Your Business to the Next Level. If you have
the desire to succeed and grow your business, Register today and make 2013
your most successful year! Business Boot Camp program is for business owners
who need to revisit their business plans and marketing strategies, explore
capital acquisition options, and develop a dedicated work team.
This is an extensive business strategy and development program to sustain
business growth. Classes are provided over the course of seven sessions during
which time you will also benefit from access to leader mentors and peer
support. Classes start Tuesday, November 13, 2012.
TOPICS:
⇒ Creating a leadership culture
⇒ Developing a sales & marketing strategy
⇒ Understanding financial reports
⇒ Creating a financial dashboard
⇒ Information technology & social media
⇒ Building a winning employee team
Session Details:
Seven monthly sessions
Time: 5pm to 8pm
2nd Tuesday of each month
Start: November 13, 2012
Tuition $450 (may be deductible)
Go to www.CastleRockEG.com to
register today, space is limited.
How Does Your
Business Thrive?
Chamber’s Business Boot Camp
Now Recruiting for 2013 Session
Are You Representing?
We recently did some Fall cleaning
and noticed we have a shortage of
business cards and brochures
available on display in our Visitors
Center. Please stop by our offices
to replenish your supply and/or
update brochures and materials.
We have several weekly visitors
whom we offer your materials to.
Make sure you are being
represented!
Proud Member of the
Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Through the partnership of the
Chamber, Town of Castle Rock, PS
Miller Library and the Senior Core of
Retired Executives (SCORE), we can
help you keep your business on
course or successfully help you
launch a new venture by providing
consultations with industry experts.
If you are an established business or
start-up, schedule your appointment
for a business consultation with an
expert regarding the following:
• Business start-ups
• Developing a business plan
• Marketing and sales activities
• Accounting and tax issues
• Securing financing
• Business organization
• Managing business growth
• Business Boot Camp
• Access to Local Expertise
• Database & GIS Research.
Call 303-688-4597 or sign up online:
www.CastleRockEG.com
Only 1 week
to Register &
Reinvent your
business for
2013
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www.the350project.net
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Chamber Members Celebrating Anniversaries
Thank You for your continuous commitment and dedication to your
chamber. We celebrate your business success!
Business Number of Years
Air Academy Federal Credit Union 23 Years
Columbine Kitchen & Bath 23 Years
Pegasus Restaurant 23 Years
Perry Street Pediatrics 23 Years
Better Business Bureau 18 Years
Park Land Company 18 Years
UPS Store, The 13 Years
Wildlife Experience, The 10 Years
developersDen 8 Years
Servpro of Castle Rock/Parker 8 Years
Premier Pilates & Wellness 8 Years
PixelograPhae 6 Years
Gubbels Law Off ice, P.C. 5 Years
H&M Transmission & Automotive, LLC 5 Years
Video Conference Systems Integrators Inc 5 Years
Castle Pines Electric 4 Years
WJ Bradley Mortgage Capital Corp 3 Years
Castle Rock Professional Firef ighters Local 4116 3 Years
Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation 3 Years
New England Financial - Patrick Brannan 3 Years
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 2 Years
Allstate Insurance - Mary MacDonald 2 Years
Carpet Connection 1 Year
Children's Hair Studio 1 Year
Estate Sale, The 1 Year
Castle Rock Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 1 Year
Essence Health & Fitness 1 Year
UPS Store - Front Street, The 1 Year
Denver Mortgage Company 1 Year
Brock Goodwin, along with his wife Lisa
and their two children Gabrielle and
Blake, have been residents of Castle Rock
since 2000. Brock has been involved in
the Chamber’s Ambassador program
since 2002. He has been elected twice as
Chair of the Ambassadors, served as an
Advisory Member to the Ambassadors,
and was voted Ambassador of the Year in
2005. Brock has also served on the
Chamber’s Board of Directors since 2007
and currently chairs a sales lead/referral
group. Ask Brock Goodwin the secret to
his success and he will immediately single
out the networking and business
development opportunities that come
with Chamber membership and Chamber
involvement. As a Financial Advisor with
Mutual of Omaha specializing in working
with small businesses on their insurance
and retirement planning, Brock also
provides discounts for Chamber members
on disability insurance, long term care
insurance, and some life insurance
products. Brock enjoys being connected
to the community through his activities in
the Chamber and is honored to be
recognized as this month’s Chamber
Ambassador of the Month. When it
comes to relationship building, both
personal and professional, Brock will
enthusiastically state “the Chamber has
opened up doors and opportunities that
might not otherwise have existed were it
not for my involvement in the
Ambassador’s program”. Brock states
that being an Ambassador “is an honor
and a privilege that allows me to connect
to the Castle Rock community”
Congratulations Brock, thank you for your
exceptional service to the Chamber!
Ambassador of the Month
Brock Goodwin
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Saturday, November 17, 2012
Location: Wilcox Square, Downtown Castle Rock
Activities 2 pm—7 pm
Skating under the STAR! Rink at the Rock—
Carriage & Trolley Rides from 3 different locations
Santa & Santa’s Workshop (DC Wilcox Building)
Entertainment & Performances, Puppet Shows (Library)
Carolers’, Festival of Trees and much more…
Starlighting Ceremony begins at 5 pm (DC Wilcox Building)
Star Lighting and 30 minute fireworks show at 5:30 pm
Chili Dinner at the CR Fire Department from 2-7pm
Visit: www.CastleRock.org to download the Visit: www.CastleRock.org to download the Visit: www.CastleRock.org to download the
walking guide and more information.walking guide and more information.walking guide and more information.
Thank You to all of our Sponsors, Thank You to all of our Sponsors, Thank You to all of our Sponsors,
Your Generous Support helps make this community Your Generous Support helps make this community Your Generous Support helps make this community
favorite event possible. favorite event possible. favorite event possible.
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Register Now, Early Bird Rate Expires November 30, 2012
Join more than 100 exhibitors for The Healthy Living Expo! Colorado's largest Expo
focused on Living, Working and Playing in Colorado! The Healthy Living Expo offers
interactive educational exhibits, demonstrations and presentations.
Register Today!
www.ColoradoHealthyLivingExpo.Com
Be where the Customers are...
Yes, I want to introduce my business to NEW consumers
Yes, I want to meet more consumers in ONE day than any other advertising medium.
Yes, I want to use my marketing dollars in the most efficient
and effective method. Booths start as low as $175.00.
Register Early for prime locations & discounted rates.
Douglas County Events Center
Saturday, February 9, 2013
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Attendance is free to the public
The Healthy Living Expo is a perfect venue for business like:
•Chiropractic •Dentistry •Medical Doctors •Holistic Practitioners
•Orthodontics •Recycling •Senior Care •Injury Prevention
•Nutrition •Gardening •Physical Fitness •Outdoor activities
•Sports •Travel •Sustainable Living Solutions....and so on, and so on
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Upcoming Networking Events
November 14 MedVed Autoplex at Castle Rock
December 5 The Greater Castle Rock Art Guild
Business After Hours
Business After Hours
Wednesday, November 14
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
1404 S. Wilcox Street
One pass for Networking level, Free to Ascent level
and above. $10 for Community Connection.
GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS.
Business Over Breakfast
Nov. 8 Wells Fargo Bank
445 S. Perry Street
Dec. 13 Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus
2350 Meadows Lane
Free to Networking level members and above
levels
$10 for Community Connection
$20 for non members
Have a Guest? Call 303-688-4597 or contact
[email protected] for passes.
BOB’s are 7:30 am to 9:00 am Thank You to For Rent By Owner for
Sponsoring October’s Business After Hours
at Stumpy’s Pizza!
Thank You to JM Kitchen and Bath for
Sponsoring October’s Business Over
Breakfast!
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YEA! Is a groundbreaking and excit-
ing afterschool program that trans-
forms local high school students into
real, confident entrepreneur. YEA!
strengthens the community and the
community strengthens YEA!
Students are able to network with
and develop relationships with local
business leaders, create jobs, and
launch businesses in their own back-
yard. Students see that they can
make a difference within the com-
munities in which they live. The en-
thusiasm and success of the stu-
dents are empowering for the entire
community!
Get Involved!
Sponsorships Available
Choose from these two available
levels which best fits your company.
Platinum-$5,000
Gold-$2,000
For sponsorship information, contact
Susan O’Malley at 303-688-4597 or
email [email protected].
For more information a bout the
prog ram or to volunteer, please
con ta ct M el issa M o ro ni a t
3 0 3 - 6 8 8 - 4 5 9 7 o r e m a i l
Contact Melissa Moroni at
303-688-4597 or email
[email protected] for an
application.
Castle Rock Stars Young Professionals Group
Now Recruiting
The Young Professionals group, Castle Rock Stars , are currently accepting
applications and growing thei r network of young professionals who sup-
port each other and provide a voice in the community, with an emphasis
on social activi ties and community
involvement. The Castle Rock Stars is
intended for young professionals aged
21 - 40, who live or work in the Castle
Rock community. Castle Rock Stars offers
great networking opportunities to help
build your business practice, gain lasting
friendships , and have fun at the same
time! If you are interested in learning
more contact Natalia by email at
[email protected] or visi t Castle Rock
Stars website:http://www.castlerock-s tars .org/
YEA! s tudents went on their fi rst fieldtrip to Speed Raceway recently.
We had a GREAT visit wi th Jon Taylor of Speed Raceway- he shared valu-
able insight and entrepreneurial knowledge with the class and was a
great host as well! The class really enjoyed ending the learning segment
with a race around the track!! View more details on this exci ting new
program offered by the Chamber at http://castlerock.org/YEA.htm
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Beverage Sponsor Storage Sponsor
The Pepsi Bott ling Company
3801 Brighton B oulevard
Denver 80216
Park Street /Jerry Stre et Storage
1500 N. Pa rk St reet
Castle Roc k 80104
303.688.22 42
Welcome New Members
Flyin g Horse Cater ing
www.FlyingHorse Catering.c om
303.688-4321
Caterer of the Month
Benefits and Incentive Group
Tabra Mumm (303) 645-4705
1777 S. Harrison St. Suite 700
Denver, CO 80210
www.bigroupinc.com
Employee Benefits
Blue Sky Satellite
Deborah Sundbye (720) 529-6 581
1326 S. Sierra D r.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.blueskysat.tv
Television - Cable & Satellite
Coldwell Banker - Amy Lee Hoffmann
Amy Hoffmann (303) 875-7740
9088 Ridgeline Blvd
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Real Estate - Residential
Cornerstone Health Clinic
Broderick Sheard (720) 382-0723
757 Maleta Lane Suite 102
Castle Rock, CO 80108-7612
www.CornerstoneCPK.com
Chiropractors
Emporium, The
Greg Boman (303) 660-5884
200 Perry Street
Castle Rock, CO 80104
Retail
Front Line Flatwork, Inc.
TJ Feth (303) 918-1106
www.frontlineflatwork.com
Contracto rs - Concrete
Herring Bank
Cheryl Brown (720) 413-9315
3110 North Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
www.HerringBank.com
Mortgages
Kids' Nite Out Across America
Robyn Carnes (303) 895-9973
2356 E Mineral Ave
Centennial, CO 80122
www.kidsniteout.org
Organizations - Youth
Metzler Memory Care
William Boles (720) 708-4475
864 Barranca Dr.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.metzlermemorycare.com
Assisted Living, Memory Care
Rays Collision & Towing
Matthew Whetten (720) 851-5153
185 Caprice Ct. Suite 3
Castle Rock, CO 80109
www.rayscollisioninc.com
Autobody Repair, Towing - Automotive
Re/Max Alliance - Amy Musteen
Amy Musteen (720) 951-4350
719 Wilcox St.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.amymusteen.com
Real Estate - Residential
Red Hawk Remodeling
Roger Gray (303) 261-5055
www.redhawkremodeling.com
Remodeling
Rosales House Cleaning
Victor Rosales (720) 229-6852
Cleaning - Commercial/Residential
Steiner Chiropractic
Christopher Steiner D.C. (303) 660-2668
5646 Allen Way Suite 126
Castle Rock, CO 80108
www.steinerchiropracticpc.com
Chiropractors
Travel Journeys
Joy Ross (303) 663-0238
Castle Rock
www.travel-journeys.com
Travel Agencies
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STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
REDUCE YOUR
MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT
COST
RECOMMEND JOINING THE
CHAMBER! EARN CHAMBER
CREDIT! PARTICIPATE IN OUR
STEWARDSHIP PROGARM!
This program a cknowle dges a nd awards
Chamber member s for Stewar dship of
the Chamber i n the Castle R ock
Community.
Steward Recognition: Your name and
the referred new Chamber member will
be spotlighted in the Business Voice in
the STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION section.
Award for
Steward:
Begins
today by
referring
others to
become
Chamber
Members!
It’s easy. To complete your referral go to
http://www.castlerock./org/pdf/
MemberReferralCard2012.pdf.
To be eligible for the Annual Stewardship
Award a business must have referred and
confirmed a minimum of three new
members sales. The winner will be a
business with the most confirmed new
members. Award will be given at the end
of the Chamber’s fiscal year with photo
and article in the Business Voice.
Credit can be applied to membership,
event tickets,
advertising,
etc.
FOR MORE
INFO
CONTACT SUSAN O’MALLEY OR SUSAN
BEAMS AT THE CASTLE ROCK CHAMBER.
EMAIL: [email protected] OR
[email protected] OR CALL THE
CHAMBER AT 303-688-4597.
Join a LEADS Group!
LEADS PLUS LEADS REFERRAL THE BREAKFAST CLUB
2nd & 4th Tuesdays 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
11:30 am to 1:00 pm 11:30 am to 1:00 pm 7:30 am to 8:45 am
Meets at The Fowl Line Mesquite Mexican Grill Village Inn
Contact: Melissa Moroni Contact: Susan O’Malley Contact: Tammy Cratty
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
The policy for Chamber Leads is to have one representative per business per group. Chamber staff
maintains a regularly updated waiting list. Please contact the staff liaison from preferred group at
303-688-4597 to check availability.
Welcome Back a Familiar Face
Please help us welcome back a familiar face to the Chamber, Susan Beams. As you may remember, Susan worked for the Chamber back in 2008 as the receptionist. We are grateful to have her back and working in our Visitor’s Center serving as the first point of contact for Chamber visitors and colleagues. In addition to reception, Susan will be assisting the staff with membership sales and sponsorship. Stop by and say ‘hello’ and help welcome her back to the community. Please contact Susan by emailing [email protected] or simply call the Chamber at 303-688-4597. Welcome Back, Susan! We are happy to have you back!
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Ribbon Cuttings-Celebrate Your Success!
Let us help you celebrate! Are you
opening a new business, expanding
at your current location, relocating,
or celebrating a milestone anniver-
sary? Let the Castle Rock Chamber of
Commerce help you share the good
news!
A Ribbon Cutting ceremony is an
important part of your overall mar-
keting and advertising plan and is a
great way to kick off a grand opening
or relocation of a business.
A Chamber representative, along
with members of our Ambassadors
Committee, will be on hand at your
event to offer congratulatory
remarks and take a photo for The
Business Voice, our monthly news-
letter. Certain restrictions apply,
Contact Joanne Taylor for more de-
tails at 303-688-4597 or email her at
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
680 Atchison Way #500 Castle Rock, CO 80109
Chad Wietrick-303-795-2061
Non-Profit
Visit their website at
www.bethesdalutherancommunities.org
Brent Nickel State Farm Insurance
399 Perry Suite 200 Castle Rock, 80104
Brent Nickel-303-999-0647
Insurance - Property & Casualty, Insurance - Health/Life,
Insurance - Investments, Insurance - Life
Visit their website at www.bnickel.com
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Town & County News & Events Douglas County welcomes Arapahoe/Douglas WORKS! Workforce Center at Philip
S. Miller Library in Castle Rock. Douglas County Commissioners Steven Boand, left,
and Jack Hilbert, welcome the Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Workforce Center to its
new home at Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, at a ribbon-
cutting ceremony last month. Library branch manager Leslie Good and Douglas
County Libraries trustee Demetria Heath along with many others were present. The
Workforce Center will serve job seekers and businesses from its library location
weekdays, 9 am to Noon, and 1 to 5 pm.
EMPLOYERS NEEDED FOR DCSD CAREER FAIR
Plans are underway for the Douglas County School District's (DCSD) inaugural
"Career Connect Expo," a district-wide career fair for area 8th graders. The event
will be held on Tuesday, November 20 at the Douglas County Events Center in Castle
Rock, CO. More than 75 employer participants are needed to staff interactive
booths from 7:30am - 2:30pm on the day of the event. Our 4,800 student attendees
are excited to learn more about careers in your industry and will come prepared to
interact with staff at your booth. More information is found on our event website,
here and a PDF version of the registration is also attached.
Castle Rock Parks and Recreation earns Gold Medal Award
Whether it’s hiking along one of the Town’s beautiful trails, working out at the
Town’s Recreation Center, or attending an event at Festival Park, Castle Rock resi-
dents find many ways to enjoy all of the Town’s top-notch park and recreation
amenities. Now, the nation is taking notice. The Castle Rock Parks and Recreation
Department this week accepted the National Recreation and Parks Administration’s
2012 Gold Medal Award. “This is a tremendous honor that the entire Town
shares,” said Parks and Recreation Director Rob Hanna. “We couldn’t provide the
quality programs and amenities that we do without the hard work and dedication,
not just of our staff, but also our volunteers and the direction of Town Council and
the Parks and Recreation Commission.”
CATCO (Clean Air Transit Co. ) is operating again, while not scheduled Buses as be-
fore, we are contracted by the County under a Federal Grant to identify low income
persons who want to work and to take them in a Taxi, at no cost to them, to a job
and home again. We are already serving a few clients. It may be that some Chamber
members would like to hire someone, but can't because they have no transporta-
tion. CATCO can help - they should call the County's Help Line : 303 660 7519 and
ask for the Taxi program.
Douglas County Veterans Monument Dedication Ceremony will be on November
11, 2012 at 11:00 am at Veterans Plaza. The public is welcome to attend. Give to
those who gave for us! Veterans Plaza is located at 4th & Wilcox St.
Starlighting Ceremony Celebration is Saturday, November
17, 2012 at Wilcox Square in Downtown Castle Rock.
View entire list of festivities at www.CastleRock.org
The Rink at the Rock is almost here! The com-
munity is buzzing with excitement and looking
forward to the grand opening on November 17!
As the Rink becomes an integral part of down-
town there will be numerous opportunities to
communicate with visitors. The Rink will attract a
wide range of guests November-February, annu-
ally. Castle Rock Downtown Development Au-
thority is pleased to offer a variety of sponsor-
ship opportunities for individuals and businesses
to participate in the Rink at the Rock! Let us help
you reach a new audience as you support the
Rink at the Rock and downtown!
View sponsorship opportunities at:
http://www.downtowncastlerock.com
Douglas County agencies encourage signing up
for emergency notifications - In an effort to take
advantage of new technology and to continue to
ensure accurate crisis communication with resi-
dents, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and all
other Douglas County agencies have transitioned
to a new mass notification system called
CodeRED. Read more at http://
blogs.douglas.co.us/newsroom/2012/10/03/
douglas-county-agencies-encourage-signing-up-
for-emergency-notifications/
Final negotiations are beginning with the two
groups that are poised to provide the Town of
Castle Rock with a significant amount of the
water that it needs to accomplish its long-term
water goals. Town Council voted 6-1 in favor of
pursuing a hybrid solution for the Town’s long-
term water goals. Town staff will enter negotia-
tions with Stillwater Resources and the WISE
partnership, which could result in renewable
water being imported into Town within a couple
of years. Read more at http://
www.castlerock.org/chamber_news5.htm
Window stickers added to Town’s “No Knock”
program. The Town of Castle Rock is helping
residents take another step to deter unwanted
solicitation. Now, residents who register for the
Town’s No Knock List will also receive a sticker to
post on their doors. Commercial solicitors are
prohibited under Town Code from knocking at
addresses on the list or where the stickers and/
or other No Solicitation signs are displayed. Resi-
dents who are not on the list but would like to be
can visit www.CRgov.com/noknock to register
using an online form.
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Douglas County-based Company Offers
Scholarship for Douglas County High
School Students Interested in Pursuing
Physical and Life Science Degrees. For Rent
by Owner founder John Rohl of Castle
Rock, has announced a new scholarship for
Douglas County High School Students who
are interested in pursuing a college deg ree
in Physical and Life sciences. The $1,000
scholarship is only open to Douglas County
High School students. To obtain an applica-
tion, contact Cinamon Watson, Interim
Executive Director, Douglas County Educa-
tional Foundation, call 303-387-0033 or
email [email protected].
MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS is complet-
ing the 3,300 SF service garage that in-
cludes two maintenance bays and one
wash bay for Xcel Energy’s Satellite Facility
in Evergreen. The work also includes a 12’
extension of a n exis ting stee l canopy to
provide full coverage for Xcel Energy’s fleet
of vehicles. Since the site is an active Xcel
Energy facility, 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week, close coordina tion is crucial to allow
Xcel to respond as needed to service needs
of their clients. The design professional for
this project is Anderson & Hastings Con-
sultants, Inc. MW GOLDEN CONSTRUC-
TORS has constructed many maintenance
facilities for a variety of clients over the
last 27 years. MW GOLDEN CONSTRUC-
TORS can be reached at 303-688-9848 or
Studio Fit announces NEW lower pricing!
Now, for only $49.95 per month, clients
can enjoy unlimited f itness classes! And
through November 15th, Chamber
Members and employees can get $5 off
per month for the next 3 months of
unlimited classes! Details at the Studio or
visit www.studiofitnow.com for more info
and for a schedule and class descriptions.
Now's the time to get in shape for the
holidays!
Members in the News
Local Printer Honored for Sales Growth
Keith Reeves, Columbine Printing, Castle
Rock, CO, has been honored for his com-
pany’s sales growth by CPrint® Interna-
tional during the bi-a nnual board meeting
in Denver, CO. CPrint® awards printers
who have demonstrated a signif icant sales
growth over the past s ix months. Accord-
ing to T odd Nuckols, CPrint® president,
Columbine Printing is among an e lite g roup of companies who a re seeing sales in-
creases in the slow economy. “Columbine Printing is focusing on principles and prac-
tices geared to exceptional customer service,” said Nuckols. “This effort is resulting in
increased sales even in a time of an economic slowdown. A company who can achieve
growth in these times can only achieve it by be ing the best print provider for its busi-
ness customers.” Columbine Printing is loca ted at 312 Wilcox Street, Suite 101, Castle
Rock, CO 80104. For more information call 303-688-5692, or visit www.columbine-
printing.com.
Arapahoe Community College will host Start Now! Nov. 3 at all three campuses-
Arapahoe Community College will offer an opportunity for anyone to begin the process
of enrolling in Spring 2013 classes with the Sta rt Now! event on Saturday, November 3,
from 8 am - Noon at all three ACC campuses (Littleton, Parker and Castle Rock). Start
Now! will provide all prospective and currently-applied, but not enrolled, students with
the opportunity to complete student orienta tion and testing while receiving assistance
with advising, financial aid and registration during this one-day session held concur-
rently at ACC's Littleton, Parker and Castle Rock Campuses. In order to be eligible to
enroll in Spring 2013 classes, all students new to the college experience a re required to
complete assessment testing and attend a New Student Orientation Session. Two ses-
sions will be available on Nov. 3 at each of the three campuses (8:30 a nd 10:30 a.m.).
Refreshments and snacks will be available for all attendees. For more information, or
to apply for admission, please contact the Admiss ion and Records Office at
[email protected] or 303-797-6521.
Gallaware, Inc. is looking for Beta testers for its newest project, the Galla Bowling
Tracker (GBT) - a web and Android application for tracking bowlers’ scores and sha ring
them on social media. The Ga lla Bowling Tracker is a not a video game, but rather a
way for bowlers to track the scores for games they and their friends/colleagues bowl a t
their loca l bowling locations. The application provides a way of sharing game scores
and stats with others through socia l media, email and text messages, making tracking
bowling scores as social as bowling itself. Gallaware is currently taking requests from
avid bowlers to test both the web and Android versions of the Galla Bowling T racker.
Anyone interested in be ing a Beta tester needs to have their own (applicable) equip-
ment for the version(s) they would like to test (computer laptop/desktop, Android tab-
let/iPad – PC or Mac, and/or Android phone). Please contact Gallaware at
[email protected] for more informa tion.
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Member Happenings
Are You Taking
Advantage?
AFFINITY PROGRAMS
CAN SAVE YOU MONEY!
Office Depot Program!
Members save approximately 15% to
25% annually on their office supplies!
To receive your Na tional Program
Office Depot card, please call Susan
O’Malley at 303-688-4597 or email
Comcast Business Class is available
to Members!
Whatever the s ize of your company,
it needs to respond quickly to the
needs of customers, communicate
reliably with suppliers, and f ind
smarter ways to increase employee
productivity. Chamber members can
save on internet Service and Voice
service! For more information,
contact Mark Pendergast of Comcast
Business Class at 303-720-8090 or
For More Information about these
programs visit www.CastleRock.org
The Wildlife Experience to honor Dave and Gail Liniger on November 3, 2012. Legendary
Colorado philanthropis ts Dave and Gail Liniger will be honored at Expedition 10, a celebra-
tion of the 10th anniversa ry of The Wildlife Experience on Saturday, November 3, 2012.
For more information on tickets, table information, and sponsorship opportunities, please
contact Greg Masinton a t 720-488-3386.
The Douglas County Events Center at the fairgrounds in Castle Rock will be brimming with
treasures on Saturday November 3rd from 9 am to 4 pm for the 20th Annual Craft Show,
benefitting the Castle Rock Senior Center and the Doug las-Elbert Task Force Food Bank.
More than 80 vendors and a rtisans will be selling a variety of items for holiday gift-giving.
There will also be a bake sale, book sale, Grandma’s Attic, a Community Corner with local
organizations, and raff les for a quilt and a Kindle Fire. Entry is free to the public and all in
attendance will rece ive tickets for door prizes at no charge. Please come check out the
wonderful bargains in support of the Senior Center and Task Force.
Sunday, November 4th at 11 am, Yogi goes into hibernation! First, though, Yogi needs to
gather up what he will need for winter. You can help by bringing him food! Anything Yogi
doesn’t eat, he will be giving to the Douglas County Task Force to help families in need.
This year, Yogi would really like canned goods containing lots of protein. You can drop off
donations for Yogi’s hibernation at the campground (Exit 174 on I-25 just south of Castle
Rock) anytime between now and November 4th. You can also join them on November 4th
at 11 am to say good night as Yogi goes into his cabin for a long winter’s nap!
Stars of Castle Rock, (a community service initiative led by teachers of Douglas County to
raise awareness and funding to ensure that children receive essential arts programs), will
hold their first annual Masquerade Gala to benefit a rt prog rams in the Castle Rock public
schools on Friday, November 9, 2012 at Cielo in Castle Pines from 6-11pm. Tickets, which
are $75 a piece, can be purchased online at www.starsforcastlerock.com
Celebrate Hospice and Palliative Care Month with Legacy Hospice on November 15, 2012
from 5 - 7 pm at 412 Jerry Street. Legacy Hospice provides quality comprehens ive home
hospice services to Castle Rock, Parker, Colorado Springs and the surrounding rural commu-
nities. For more information call 303-660-6107.
American Family Insurance is a proud sponsor of the upcoming Celebrity Cha rity Shoot to
Benefit ALS on Saturday, November 17 at Quail Run Sports located a t 6852 Quail Run Circle
County Road 27 in Kiowa, CO. Shoot with Pro Players Association Celebrities, Silent Auction
and After Party to follow. Registra tion: 8am, Safety Course: 9:30am and Shoot begins at
10am. Lunch to follow. To pre-regis ter and for more information visit
http://www.proplayersassociation.org/tournaments or ca ll 720-327-9207.
Douglas County Libraries is proud to be a part of the Coats for Colorado program, which
has provided coats to individuals and families since 1982. Now through November 30 you
can donate your new or gently used coats at any of our branches. Coats for Colorado will
distribute your donations to charitable organizations, homeless shelters and thousands of
Coloradans in need.
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October’s Class Topic: History and Open Space
Steering Committee Planners: Julie Britti, Kerry Scha lders and
Michele Duncan, Leadership Douglas County Class of 2012.
On October 3rd, the class met in Louviers to learn about the his-
tory of Douglas County and also the a bundance of open space in
the county. We think of his tory as being in the past, yet we are all
in the process of making his tory; both our own his tory and that of
our communities. Grea t communities don’t happen by chance,
overnight, or by themselves, we create them by guiding change.
The Leadership Class toured Douglas County in search of some of
the 46,000 acres of open space. Of the 46,000 acres, approxi-
mately 13,000 acres are owned by the County with more than 50
miles of trails accessible to the public. The sizes of the parce ls of
land protected by the open space program include the largest,
Greenland Ranch (17,000 acres). Douglas County seeks to protect
open space by accomplishing a variety of conservation objectives,
including the preservation of important wildlife habitat and move-
ment corridors, perpetuation of the County’s rural landscape and
agricultural heritage, creation of community buffers, protection of
scenic views, historic properties, and archeological resources, and
enhancement of recreational and educational opportunities.
Douglas County would be happy to accommodate organized
groups who would like an interpretive hike on open space prop-
erty or see a PowerPoint presentation regarding open space. For
more information, please call Jackie Sanderson at 303-660-7495.
“What a fun way to see parts of Douglas County I have never had
a chance to experience. I learned so much a bout Douglas County
and his tory I didn’t know!” Ann Speer, Leadership Douglas County
Class of 2013.
Leadership Douglas County would like to
acknowledge their Patron Sponsors : The Ci ty of
Lone Tree and Douglas County Government and
also their Program Sponsors : Black Hills Energy,
BreakThroughs, Inc., Cherokee Ranch and Castle
Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, Firs tBank
of Douglas County, South Metro Fi re and Rescue
Authori ty, Town of Castle Rock, Wells Fargo Bank,
and the Chambers of Commerce of Castle Rock,
Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and
Parker.
Thank you all for your generous support!
The topic for November's Leadership Class is
Heal th Care/Senior Living.
Leadership Douglas County is designed to broaden pa rticipant knowledge of the community while enha ncing leadership skills, which
in turn increases the strength and effectiveness of our new community leaders. For more information on the Leadership Douglas
County program, please call Melissa Moroni at (303) 688-4597 or ema il [email protected].
Creating Leaders, Leadership Douglas County
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SUPPORT SANTA’S SHARING
All proceeds will benefit SANTA’S SHARING of the Douglas Elbert
Task Force
The Castle Rock Stars (Young Professionals Group) in-
vites you to decorate for the holidays while helping
families & kids in need.
Last year we raised enough funds to fulfill the
needs of 21 grateful families in Douglas & Elbert
counties. Decorate Your Home/Office
Great Gifts for: Clients, Employees, Families,
Friends and Neighbors
Pre-Order now through November 21st
Only $12 each OR Two for $20
(Buy 12 get 1 FREE!!)
Convenient pick-up November 29th – December 1st
At: Castle Pines Florist 213 4th Street Unit A
Th-F: 9am-6pm Castle Rock, CO 80104
Sat: 9am-3pm (303) 688-4563
Payment Information
Online Credit Card:
https://castlerockchamber.webconnex.com/castlerockstarspoinsettia2012
Checks: Payable to “Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce”
For more information please contact the Castle Rock Stars at
[email protected] or the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce at
[email protected] Phone: (303) 688-4597
Poinsettia (12-14” Tall)
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Did You Know?
As part of your membership with the
Castle Rock Chamber, all members
are eligible to contribute to our
Business Voice Newsletter in the
“Members in the News” section.
Submit all press releases or company
announcements to Melissa Mares at
[email protected] by the 15th
of the month to be included in the
following month’s issue. Take
advantage of this opportunity to
reach fellow chamber members.
*Some Restrictions apply.
Are you taking advantage of the
Member to Member Discount
Program? Visit the Members Only
section to sign up and view
discounts at www.CastleRock.org.
Upcoming Events
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Castle Rock Starlighting—November 17th
The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and Fire Department together have been
“illuminating” the famous, giant sta r on top of Castle Rock for 77 years. There are carriage
rides, hot chocola te and caroling, while children eagerly await Santa Claus’ annua l visit.
The Starlighting Ceremony takes place on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, November
17, on Wilcox Squa re to usher in the holiday season. Call 303-688-4597 or visit:
www.CastleRock.org
The Healthy Living Expo-February 9, 2013
Join the ranks of some of the Finest Businesses & Associations in Colorado and showcase
your products at the Healthy Living Expo! The day begins with the "Freeze Your Buns Off
5K Run" with an estimated a ttenda nce of 1000 runners PLUS more customers all day long!
Reserve your Booth Today. Early Bird Rate Ends November 30, 2012. Join more than 100
exhibitors for The Healthy Living Expo! Colorado's la rgest Expo focused on Living, Working
and Playing in Colorado! The Healthy Living Expo offers interactive educational exhibits,
demonstra tions and presenta tions. Register at www.ColoradoHealthyLivingExpo.com
Save these 2013 Event Dates:
A Night at Gabriel’s-January 30, 2013
10th Annual Castle Rock WineFest-July 20, 2013
Douglas County Fair Parade-August 10, 2013
Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock-September 7 & 8, 2013
OCTOBER’S
TRAFFIC ALERT!
PHONE CALLS 599
WALK-INS 1687
THE CHAMBER STAFF WORKS HARD
TO ASSIST VISITORS & GUESTS
COMING INTO THE CHAMBER &
VISITOR’S CENTER.
