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• The new Main Street Bagels at Mesa State College can boast that it's the only coffee shop-restaurant in Colorado with air conditioning and heating generated entirely from on-site solar and geothermal sources. No gas or electricity is used except for a small amount to run the fans. Mesa State College is to thank for its forward-thinking design of the beautiful new student residence and retail building where the bagel shop is located at 936 North Ave.
• Family Health West and Camilla's Kaffe have paired up to bring health education to the community. Beginning today, Nov. 16, health professionals will be on hand at Camilla's Kaffe, 206 E. Aspen Ave. in downtown Fruita, to provide valuable information on services available at Family Health West as well as informative health tips to encourage healthier lifestyles for everyone.
“We're excited about this opportunity to work with Camilla and her staff to engage with the community and promote healthier living,” said Angelina Salazar, Director of Community Relations at Family Health West. “This month, we are proud to have Michelle Angelo, Director of Radiology, scheduled from 7-9 a.m. and 11 a.m. -1 p.m., to provide information about our enhanced imaging services and to promote mammograms for both men and women.”
In addition to the information provided, Camilla will donate $1 to Family Health West for every purchase of the healthy “Husky Sandwich.” For more information, call 858-2104 or visit www.familyhealthwest.org.
• Powderhorn announces the addition of a new restaurant this season. The Skiers' Union Cafe & Bar will be serving its world famous Ribeye Sirloin Fillet Burgers in the slopeside restaurant formerly known as the Wildewood Restaurant. There are also nightly specials, vegetarian menu options and a full service bar complete with signature drinks. The Skiers' Union was a favorite of locals and destination travelers in the Telluride Mountain Village from 1997-2007.
The Skiers' Union Cafe & Bar is scheduled to open Dec. 17 for the season along with Powderhorn's other services. Hours are daily from 11 a.m. -8:30 p.m. For more information visit www.powderhorn.com or call 268-5700.
• Rocky Mountain Marketing LLC, the marketer of Unique Colorado Products, has launched a new store in Grand Junction.
But you won't find it on Main Street or at Mesa Mall. It's on the Internet at www.prideofcolorado.com. The new site provides a comprehensive listing of products grown and packaged in Colorado by forward-thinking entrepreneurs.
Rocky Mountain Marketing's owners are Jan and Harry Grubbs who moved to Grand Junction in May 1998. For more information, call 241-8067.
• The Palisade Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Social is planned for Wednesday, Nov. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The event will be hosted by Mike and Cindy McDermott of Suncrest Orchard Alpacas and Fiber Mill, 3608 E 1/4 Road in Palisade. Mingle with the animals, take a tour of the mill, and enjoy a music presentation by the Palisade High School Jazz Band. Mike and Cindy will be serving some hearty beef brisket along with hot cider, beer, wine and more. The cost is $5 in advance or $7 at the door. RSVP to wendie@palisadecoc.comor call 464-7458.
Each quarter, American National Bank recognizes employees who have gone above and beyond in volunteerism and giving back to their communities. American National Bank is committed to serving its community through our employee volunteer program called Community Corps. Community Corps members have helped over 250 various nonprofit organizations and community programs.
In the third quarter of 2009, Sharmin Erskine was honored by receiving the Community Corps Award for her outstanding commitment to community.
During the third quarter, Sharmin volunteered at seven out of 15 nights of the American National Bank Downtown Farmers' Market Festival, currently serves as treasurer and is very active with her children's Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, and volunteered at the Special Olympics Western Area Summer Classic. Thanks for your hard work and service to our community, Sharmin!
• Family Health West and Camilla's Kaffe have paired up to bring health education to the community. Beginning today, Nov. 16, health professionals will be on hand at Camilla's Kaffe, 206 E. Aspen Ave. in downtown Fruita, to provide valuable information on services available at Family Health West as well as informative health tips to encourage healthier lifestyles for everyone.
“We're excited about this opportunity to work with Camilla and her staff to engage with the community and promote healthier living,” said Angelina Salazar, Director of Community Relations at Family Health West. “This month, we are proud to have Michelle Angelo, Director of Radiology, scheduled from 7-9 a.m. and 11 a.m. -1 p.m., to provide information about our enhanced imaging services and to promote mammograms for both men and women.”
In addition to the information provided, Camilla will donate $1 to Family Health West for every purchase of the healthy “Husky Sandwich.” For more information, call 858-2104 or visit www.familyhealthwest.org.
• Powderhorn announces the addition of a new restaurant this season. The Skiers' Union Cafe & Bar will be serving its world famous Ribeye Sirloin Fillet Burgers in the slopeside restaurant formerly known as the Wildewood Restaurant. There are also nightly specials, vegetarian menu options and a full service bar complete with signature drinks. The Skiers' Union was a favorite of locals and destination travelers in the Telluride Mountain Village from 1997-2007.
The Skiers' Union Cafe & Bar is scheduled to open Dec. 17 for the season along with Powderhorn's other services. Hours are daily from 11 a.m. -8:30 p.m. For more information visit www.powderhorn.com or call 268-5700.
• Rocky Mountain Marketing LLC, the marketer of Unique Colorado Products, has launched a new store in Grand Junction.
But you won't find it on Main Street or at Mesa Mall. It's on the Internet at www.prideofcolorado.com. The new site provides a comprehensive listing of products grown and packaged in Colorado by forward-thinking entrepreneurs.
Rocky Mountain Marketing's owners are Jan and Harry Grubbs who moved to Grand Junction in May 1998. For more information, call 241-8067.
• The Palisade Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Social is planned for Wednesday, Nov. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The event will be hosted by Mike and Cindy McDermott of Suncrest Orchard Alpacas and Fiber Mill, 3608 E 1/4 Road in Palisade. Mingle with the animals, take a tour of the mill, and enjoy a music presentation by the Palisade High School Jazz Band. Mike and Cindy will be serving some hearty beef brisket along with hot cider, beer, wine and more. The cost is $5 in advance or $7 at the door. RSVP to wendie@palisadecoc.comor call 464-7458.
Each quarter, American National Bank recognizes employees who have gone above and beyond in volunteerism and giving back to their communities. American National Bank is committed to serving its community through our employee volunteer program called Community Corps. Community Corps members have helped over 250 various nonprofit organizations and community programs.
In the third quarter of 2009, Sharmin Erskine was honored by receiving the Community Corps Award for her outstanding commitment to community.
During the third quarter, Sharmin volunteered at seven out of 15 nights of the American National Bank Downtown Farmers' Market Festival, currently serves as treasurer and is very active with her children's Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, and volunteered at the Special Olympics Western Area Summer Classic. Thanks for your hard work and service to our community, Sharmin!
Ryan, Whitney & Company, Tom Y. Sawyer & Associates and The Synergist Group recently merged to form Ryan, Sawyer & Whitney.
The Grand Junction-based marketing communications agency brings the three established companies together to create a new kind of firm with deeper, broader capabilities. The result of this merger is western Colorado's first truly hybrid agency that bridges the gap between traditional marketing, digital marketing and relationship marketing.
“RSW's core expertise is true integrated marketing including business strategies, financial modeling, traditional marketing, relationship marketing, new media strategies and creative production,” said Sawyer. “In addition, we've added new public relations staff and tools to provide a much more robust PR component to our full-service agency.”
Elaine Matthews, a recent transplant from Kansas City, Mo., joins RSW as an account manager with an agency background in public relations and advertising. Matthews' past public relations and marketing clients encompass the banking, manufacturing, retail and technology industries.
Partners in the company are Tom Y. Sawyer, Dan Ryan, Lee Whitney and Cat Coughran. To learn more about RSW, visit www.rswpartners.com.
Jen Gray, stylist, joined Concept One Salon in October.
Gray, a Grand Junction native, has been a stylist for several years and brings a unique flair to her hairstyling services. She also enjoys beading and jewelry making and can be seen adorned in one of her many creations.
Gray is available Thursday through Saturday or by appointment. Concept One Salon is located at 216 North Ave., Suite 5 in the K-9 Kar Wash Center. Give Jen a call at 242-1444 or visit www.conceptonesalon.com.
The Grand Junction-based marketing communications agency brings the three established companies together to create a new kind of firm with deeper, broader capabilities. The result of this merger is western Colorado's first truly hybrid agency that bridges the gap between traditional marketing, digital marketing and relationship marketing.
“RSW's core expertise is true integrated marketing including business strategies, financial modeling, traditional marketing, relationship marketing, new media strategies and creative production,” said Sawyer. “In addition, we've added new public relations staff and tools to provide a much more robust PR component to our full-service agency.”
Elaine Matthews, a recent transplant from Kansas City, Mo., joins RSW as an account manager with an agency background in public relations and advertising. Matthews' past public relations and marketing clients encompass the banking, manufacturing, retail and technology industries.
Partners in the company are Tom Y. Sawyer, Dan Ryan, Lee Whitney and Cat Coughran. To learn more about RSW, visit www.rswpartners.com.
Jen Gray, stylist, joined Concept One Salon in October.
Gray, a Grand Junction native, has been a stylist for several years and brings a unique flair to her hairstyling services. She also enjoys beading and jewelry making and can be seen adorned in one of her many creations.
Gray is available Thursday through Saturday or by appointment. Concept One Salon is located at 216 North Ave., Suite 5 in the K-9 Kar Wash Center. Give Jen a call at 242-1444 or visit www.conceptonesalon.com.
