THIS NEWSLETTER HAS LOADS OF IMPORTANT INFO!!





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"I Spy 1973" 

"I Spy 1973" is a guessing game of "Who's Who" in 1973.  All pictures are of long-time locals currently living in the Fraser Valley who are, or have been, active in our Chamber and community.  The first person to guess at least 9 out of 12 pictures correctly in the 2008 newsletters, will win $35.00 at the end of the year.

Who is this mustached man 1973?

Click Here to submit your May guess.

Grand Give
Give Big or Go Home

The Winter Park–Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Grand Foundation announced their inaugural Grand Give.  Inspired by Oprah’s Big Give and with a desire to help families and employees struggling in Grand County, the Chamber and the Grand Foundation are asking their members to join in the Grand Give.

The Chamber asked the Mountain Family Center (MFC) to be the beneficiary of this project.  The MFC knows what kinds of assistance and services families in Grand County need.  Chamber members will have many choices for giving big and can choose to contribute in a way that may have special meaning to them.

The Chamber encourages its members to start with a contribution from their businesses and build on that by asking their many contacts, in and out of Grand County, to help reach their goals and give big.  Goods, services and cash can all be donated.  Individuals are also welcome to participate in the Grand Give as well. 

Click Here for more information or visit www.playwinterpark.com/events on how to get involved.  (All cash donations will go to the MFC and not to the Chamber.)
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2008 Winter Park Jazz Festival
Hideaway Park
July 26-27

The Winter Park Jazz Festival will be held at Hideaway Park in Downtown Winter Park on July 26-27. Music will begin at 12:00 PM and end at 6:00 PM. Many of the musical acts have been confirmed. Additional acts will be added and announced by May 8. Tickets will be available May 15 through TicketsWest, The Winter Park-Fraser Valley Chamber of Commerce and Winter Park Central Reservations. Prices are $40/VIP chair seating; $30/General Admission. Please visit playwinterpark.com for details beginning May 8, 2008.

Saturday
Guitars and Saxes
       featuring Gerald Albright, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber & Jessy J.
Average White Band
Dotsero

Sunday
David Sanborn
Norman Brown and Friends
   featuring Chante Brown, Paul Taylor,
   & Alex Bugnon
Hazel Miller

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Memorials, Motorcycles & Music
August 17-19
Salute to American Veterans Rally & Hawg Fest return to Winter Park & The Fraser Valley!

The Chamber and Winter Park Resort are working with the producers of both events to make this motorcycle weekend bigger and better than ever.  Watch your e-mail blasts later this month for details on both events.
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Grand County Master Plan Update
Fraser Church of What's Happenin' Now (Historic Church): May 7
5:30-7:30pm

Grand County’s Master Plan is an evolving document that establishes a common vision for what the County will look like over the next 20 to 30 years. The Plan provides guidance for a variety of issues that directly aff ect the quality of life of Grand County residents, including creating a sense of community in existing and new development, provision of services, growth management, open space protection, transportation and water. The community vision contained in the CMP guides decision makers and helps to prioritize community values.

Your Input is Critical. Please come share your ideas!  The project will include 3 rounds of public meetings that correspond to distinct phases of the planning effort.

Click Here for more details & dates or contact Lori Clement 970-725-3347 x.144 or lclement@co.grand.co.us. Gto to: www.co.grand.co.us.
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From The Front Desk
 by Kristyna Nedele

We would like to welcome Chris Harrington to the Visitor Center.  Cincinnati born, Chris has been in the Valley for 2 years and has worked at Snow Mtn. Ranch & currently slings pie at Hernando's. He and Sara Sable (who will be returning this month) will be a big help this summer. 

They both look foward to enjoying all the treats our members bring in.  Speaking of treats, special thanks to Pizza Hut for having us sample their new Organic Pizza & new delicious pastas.

Stop by & introduce yourself so we can better educate our guests about your business.

Spring Member Check List for Visitor Center:

• Bring in all your summer brochures.
• Bring in off-season coupons to promote your business.
• Tell us your new business hours. 

 Comments?  Questions?  Call the Visitor Center at 726-4118 or visitorcenter@playwinterpark.com.

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Grand County Blues Society Presents:
Too Slim & The Taildraggers -$10
Friday, May 16, 9pm at Smokin' Moe's.

Blues From The Top Festival
June 28 & 29

Get your early bird tickets for only $20.00! Now until May 8 then prices go up!

Go to: www.grandblues.org for line-up and to purchase tickets.

Wanna volunteer for the festival?  Like to be on the board of the Grand County Blues Society? 

Call John Catt at 531-1641 or Tim Hubbard at 531-2691 on how to get involved.
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Local Radio Station Wins Top Honor
106.3 K-CMV “COLORADO’S MOUNTAIN VOICE” Peaks at Number One.

Colorado Broadcaster’s Association Names K-CMV Small Market “Station of the Year”.  Click Here for story.

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Job Fair May 16 -17

Do you need employees?  Will you be needing employees this summer? 
 
The Workforce Center and the Grand County Human Resource Group are hosting 2 Job Fairs this spring! 

Job Fair #1 will be at SolVista Basin lodge at Granby Ranch on Friday, May 16, 2008 from 4pm-8pm. 

Job Fair #2 will be in Kremmling on Saturday, May 17th from 10am-1pm. 
There are fees for the employers participating in these job fairs; $40 for 1 Job Fair and $70 for both Job Fairs. 

Please join us in supporting Grand County and making these 2 Job Fairs big events!  We need employers to participate and hire all of our Job-Seekers this spring and summer!
 
Please call Lisa or Cindy at the Workforce Center in Granby for details and to RSVP  887-1857.

Preparing for the "Speed Networking" Event May 22
Maximize Your Networking Skill With Your Own 30-Second Commercial!
See bottom of newsletter for event details.
 
The opportunity to network happens to most business owners all of the time! But many of us don’t know how to maximize that opportunity when someone asks, “What business are you in?”  Be ready to answer with your own personal 30-second commercial.

Since people form impressions of others within the first 20 to 30 seconds, it is crucial that you prepare your 30-second commercial so that it will be effective for you and your business. The attached worksheet will help you plan your 30-second commercial. Read it aloud and time yourself. Practice your 30-second commercial until you can say it without referring to your worksheet. Your talk will gain power if you stand. Practice on two or three people, making solid eye contact as you speak.

Five Easy Steps to the Perfect 30-Second Commercial
Your 30-second commercial should include the following:
    1.Your name and business name.
    2.Your business location.
    3.The type of business you are in.
    4.The cost of products or services.
    5.The type of people or businesses that are good prospects for you. Include places, people, key phrases and situations that produce leads, such as: Businesses moving to a new location; unhappy with present service; unaware of information available; interest in travel, self improvement, etc.

Click Here for the 30-Second Commercial worksheet,  helpful hints & an example of  a  "30- second commercial". 
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Member Spotlight:
Bear Paw Inn
10% Discount for all Chamber Members

Nestled on a ridge between Winter Park and Granby, in Winter Park Highlands, the Bear Paw Inn is one of Colorado's highest and best small getaways.

Recently featured in "The Best of Colorado" by John Fielder, they have a 360 degree view of the Winter Park Ski Resort, the Fraser Valley, Rky. Mtn. Nat'l Park and the rugged Continental Divide. This bed and breakfast truly seems to 'sit on top of the world.' The hand-peeled Swedish-cope log home was built in the late 1980's by a gentleman from Alaska.

Filled with family treasures, antiques, western memorabilia and, of course, bears, innkeepers Sue and Rick Callahan have owned the Bear Paw since 1995, having moved from Denver. Rick is a tax attorney and a former basketball coach and Sue retired from Continental Airlines to become an innkeeper full time.

COOL TRIVIA: Did you know Rick was Chauncey Billups (Detroit Pistons star) basketball coach growing up?  (Click Here -then click on 'Who Made You' Chauncey Billups).

Over the years they've had visitors from all over the world. . . and many return to enjoy a three-course breakfast, al fresco, in the summertime, overlooking Rky. Mtn. Nat'l Park.

As always, the Callahans, Chamber members since 1995, offer locals a 10% discount for all Chamber members that cannot fit their family in their home when they visit. Contact the Bear Paw Inn at 970.887.1351 or go to: www.bearpaw-winterpark.com.
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Member Limelight:
The Shores of Shadow Mountain - The Crabtree Company

Members of the Winter Park-Fraser Chamber of Commerce since 2006, The Shores of Shadow Mountain is Grand Lake’s newest single family residential community with 54 homesites on the shore and overlooking Shadow Mountain Lake. The development features paved roads, all underground utilities, protective covenants and immediate access to Colorado River fishing and Rocky Mountain National Park. All but 11 of the homesites have been sold and 24 homes have been built or are currently under construction. Prices for the remaining lots start at $145,000.

Contact The Crabtree Company at 970.627.3433 or www.crabtreeproperties.com.
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International Trade Seminar
Friday, May 30, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, 6363 Hampden Avenue, Denver

Our world is getting smaller and smaller, so much so that it has been referred to as the Global Village. Globalization has come into play, where there is a worldwide interdependence of resource flows, product markets,and business competition that characterizes our neweconomy. On Friday, May 30, the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce will hold an International Trade Seminar, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Click Here for a full list of speakers.

Cost is $98 before May 15; $118 at the door.  Includes breakfast , lunch, and useful handouts.

For more information or to register, please call Valerie Fitch at 303.795.0142 or send an email to vfitch@bestchamber.com. Read more online at www.bestchamber.com

by Joyce Burford

Chamber to Launch New Web Site!

This May, be sure to check out our web site, www.playwinterpark.com, to see a whole new look!!

For the last nine months or more, I have been working hard with our webmaster, Havoc Interactive and our ad agency, AOR Inc., on designing a new web site that captures the look and design of our "Wide
Open Spaces" campaign.   The design is eye-catching, the colors are rich, and the features are easy to navigate. 

Remember, as a Chamber member, you get a FREE listing on our site.   You can add a photo or logo for a one time fee of $25.   OR, you can upgrade to a link - which includes photo or logo - for an annual fee of $100.

Please contact me at jburford@playwinterpark.com or call 726-4221 ext. 203.
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Seven Secrets
Workshop
Improve Your Marketing & Get More Sales!
May 7, 8-11am

On Wednesday, May 7 from 8-11AM, The Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce presents Mr. Tony Rubleski, author of Mind Capture: How To Stand Out in the Age of Advertising Overload and his second book Mind Capture: How You Can Stand Out  In The Age of Advertising Deficit Disorder set for release in the summer of 2008.

Tony will be presenting his highly acclaimed workshop, "Seven Secrets to Improve Your Marketing and Get More Sales".

In this information-packed 3-hour workshop you will discover:

• How to generate more referrals.
• Secrets to capturing the attention of the 21st century customer.  
• Creative and low cost ways to stay in contact with clients and prospects.
• The concept of “MIND CAPTURE” and how top marketers use it to get the edge.
• Simple strategies to get more appointments, new business and keep your competition guessing.

WPFV Chamber members can attend this event for the "members" price of $49.  Non-Chamber members will be charged $60.

Registration and more information is available at www.gvchamber.com/sevensecrets.html.  Click on the "Members" rate when registering.

ITALIAN FOOD, WINE AND MERCHANDISE VENDORS PLUS MUSICIANS NEEDED
La Vita e' Bella Italian Festival on July 11-13, at Winter Park Resort

Events & Meetings in May

CLICK HERE for a the complete calendar and details of community events.  CLICK HERE for a chamber special event cheat sheet.

Is your event not listed on the web site and you would like it to be?  If so, please email Tamara Davis at tdavis@playwinterpark.com with your event.

May 2008
 
03:        Spring Shopping Fling - Parshall Inn

06:        Winter Park Town Council Meeting: 8am

07:        Fraser Town Board: 6:30pm 

07:        BWB/Chamber Mixer: 8:30am at WP Visitor Center 

13:        Membership Meeting 9am

14:        Chamber Board Meeting: 9:15am  

16:        Grand County Blues Society Presents: 
             Too Slim & The Taildraggers at Smokin' Moe's  - 9pm

16-17:   Colorado Workforce Center Job Fair at SolVista Basin

17:        Grand Foundation's Grand Gala - Devil's Thumb Ranch

20:        Winter Park Town Council Meeting: 8am

21:        Fraser Town Board: 6:30pm

29:        Ribbon Cutting/Mixer at Fraser Medical Clinic in 
             Safeway Shopping Center - 4:30-6:30pm

31-06/01:  Rocky Mountain Wedding Showcase:
                (Sat. at Vintage Hotel. Sun. at Devil's Thumb Ranch)

27:        Rec District Meeting: 5:30pm

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June 2008

19: Grand Give & Appreciation Party - Hideaway Park

25: Chamber Mixer - Night In Grand Lake

27-29: Fat Tire Classic (Yes!  It's Back!!)

27-29: Blues From The Top Festival 

Fontenot's Restaurant (Winter Park)

FREE TO CHAMBER & BWB MEMBERS

Beverages and Hors d'oeuvres
(1 cocktail ticket provided, then cash bar)

What is Speed Networking?
The concept of "Speed Networking" is very similar to "Speed Dating", but instead of meeting your future potential, you'll be meeting potential business clients! - All in 30-seconds.  Click Here for details on how it works!

What You Should Bring:

Business Cards - bring plenty for a business card exchange.
Have your 30-second commercial ready! (See membership section of this e-newsletter for the 30-second commercial details). 

Click Here to RSVP
by Monday, May 19.  Limited seating available!
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Fraser Medical Clinic

Ribbon Cutting/Open House

(Located in Safeway Shopping Center)
Thursday, May 29
4:30 - 6:30pm

Enjoy a wine tasting from Winter Park Winery and tastey foods, while celebrating our new medical facility in Fraser.

Click Here to RSVP by May 26.

Dr. Patrick Barry and Dr. Astrid Lampey
Click Here for their story & services.

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Chamber Night In Grand Lake

Come out for dinner, drinks and theatre!
Wednesday, June 25
 
Comedy Show: Laugh with Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre’s production of URINETOWN.   Special thank you to the theatre for giving chamber members a 20% discount on tickets - - $20.00 instead of the usual $25.00 - -  first time ever!
 
Drinks: The Grand Lake Brewing Company will be offering 50% off one sampler platter (8 - 4oz samples of beer) - 970.627.1711

Dinner: Enjoy dinner at The Bear’s Den Restaurant & Bar!  Also, receive 2-4-1 drink specials - 970.627.3385
 
Purchase your theatre tickets now!!  The event is bound to sell out, so contact the RMRT and get your tickets at 627-3421.

This is a great way to help support fellow chamber members in Grand Lake! 

Stay tuned to June's newsletter for restaurant event coupons.