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| 8/18/2020 | Business After Hours - August  Business After Hours - August Join the Tri-Lakes Chamber at our monthly networking mixer which will be held at TBD August 18 5:00 pm-7:00 pm TBD These events are a perfect opportunity to meet face to face with many other business professionals, while enjoying great food and refreshments. Rules for right now: Tri-Lakes Chamber Members only 50 person limit, one person per business. - You must register. No Walk-ins Temperatures will be taken (touchless) at the door You will be asked a couple questions: - Are you feeling ill? - Have you been around anyone that has or has tested positive for Covid-19? You will be asked to sign a waiver that states: The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Chamber cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the Business After Hours on_____________ could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Business After Hours and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. Then you will be asked to sign a waiver which states: The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Chamber cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the Business After Hours on_____________ could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Business After Hours and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. Masks required inside, and encouraged outside. STRICTLY ENFORCED - no walk-ins more info... | |
| 9/3/2020 | Chamber Orientation - September 2020  FREE EVENT Here is an opportunity for new members, old members and non-members to learn about the benefits of Chamber membership. Find out how to take full advantage of the member area of the Chamber’s website. Discover all the events that are open to members and the public. Maybe you’ll find you want to go the extra step and become more involved in the Chamber to increase your business exposure in the community. There is no charge for this event and lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by:  more info... | |
| 9/22/2020 | Monthly Education - September - Website Need-To-Knows for Your Small Business  FREE event for members and non-members Your website is often the first impression someone may have of your business, and it can be a vital tool in generating leads, developing customer education, or turning potential customers into paying customers. This workshop will be 1) an overview of some popular website platform options and determining which one is best for you, and 2) a discussion on optimizing your website's content and layout, addressing common issues, and giving tips on creating the most effective website for your business. Presenter: TBD Sponsored by:  more info... | |
| 10/6/2020 | Monthly Education - October - Tax Prep Essentials for Small Businesses  FREE event for members and non-members As a small business owner, you may be thinking about taxes with a significant level of uncertainty, especially with new tax laws in effect. "Where do I even start?!", "What does the IRS need from me this year?", "Will my business taxes be easier?" and "How can I be better prepared next year?" are common questions. Don't fret! This workshop is a realistic starting point for small businesses wanting to strengthen their understanding over their business taxes. Depending on the pace of the workshop, end time may vary. Presenter: TBD Sponsored by: more info... | |
| 11/12/2020 | Monthly Education - November - Creating Operational Efficiencies in Your Small Business FREE event for members and non-members TBD Presenter: Scott Van Ness Instructor of Operations Management, UCCS Sponsored by: more info... | |
| 8/9/2020 | Garden Party: A Senior Celebration Garden Party: A Senior Celebration for all ages, August 9th at 2 pm, virtual event With the first digital stage, live performance of our 2020/21 Season: A Time to Dance, Centennial State Ballet honors our outgoing seniors and presents our incoming class of seniors! Join us virtually to show off your gorgeous summer garden and enjoy a beautiful streamed performance from our senior company members. Safer-At-Home picnics available in collaboration with Cheese Importers (order by 8/2). Tickets: bit.ly/SeniorGardenParty2020 Email boxoffice@centennialstateballet.org for more information. more info... | |
| 8/11/2020 | Virtual Business After Hours  Join us as we host our Virtual Business After Hours. This will be a monthly event for those that cannot join us in person. It will be every month on the second Tuesday of the month. Our special guest is Susanne Arens with Crystal Peak Designs, she will be sharing easy marketing tips that business owners can accomplish themselves. After the speaker for the first 10 min, we will go around "the room" so everyone can introduce yourself and your business. Tuesday 8/11 5:00 pm-6:00 pm on Zoom This will work like a normal Business After Hours, come and go as you wish. Connect with friends, new businesses, and learn more about your community. Join Zoom Meeting more info... | |
| 8/12/2020 | Monthly Education - August - Minding Your Business - Free Library Resources to Help Your Business.  FREE event for members and non-members This event is in-person and virtually. In-person is limited to 20 people. Learn how to find industry outlook, your competition, vendors and target markets whether B2B or B2C. Some financing and marketing will be covered as well as other topics. Learn how to access free databases that will help you start or grow your business. Please register for virtual attendance information Presenter: Terry Zarsky Strategic Services Librarian - Business Pikes Peak Library District more info... | |
| 8/14/2020 | Heartland Connect 2nd Annual Golf Tournament Golf Tournament to help raise funds for the Tri-Lakes Cares Organization. Shot-gun start Friday August 14th 8 AM. There will be lots of food, fun and prizes for golfers of all skill levels. Please register to be a business sponsor or golfer at www.heartlandconnect.biz/golf. Feel free to call the tournament Organizer Steve Fisher if you have a ny questions at 760-710-7446. Hurry as space is limited. more info... | |
| 8/20/2020 | Chamber Networking Breakfast - 8/20/2020  Join Us for Breakfast! Networking Breakfasts take place the first and third Thursday of every month in the Chamber of Commerce Community Room from 7:30-9:00 AM. Listen to 10-minute informative talks from one or two fellow members. Meet and mingle with other business people over a tasty breakfast provided by the speakers. Everyone gets 30 seconds to introduce themselves and tell what's up in their business. It will also be broadcast on Zoom for those unable or uncomfortable to attend. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81971939796?pwd=WVEwVW5qYXBCcHo3SG1td2hDRDNqZz09 Meeting ID: 819 7193 9796 Passcode: 905458 Dial in 253-215-8782 Annual membership is $50 and Chamber membership is required to attend in person. You must register in advance to attend, walk-ins and guests are not allowed. This is strictly enforced. Please register even for virtual. :) This week's speaker is: TBD Please be punctual. Please email laura@trilakeschamber.com if you can no longer attend. Rules for right now: Tri-Lakes Chamber Breakfast members only for a bit Masks are required - You must wear a mask when entering and when walking around. When seated to eat you may take it off (We are following restaurant rules Your temperature (touchless) will be taken at the door You will be asked to sign a waiver that states: The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Chamber cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" on_____________ could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. When you arrive please do not park in the Black Forest Foods or Ice Cave parking. Black Forest Foods is open for Breakfast and they are a member of our so please be respectful of their business. more info... | |
| 8/20/2020 | Staging to Sell, What Every Agent Should Know
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| 8/20/2020 | Art Hop at Covered Treasures Bookstore The downtown business group is hosting its first Art Hop of the season on Thursday, August 20, from 5-8 p.m. Covered Treasures Bookstore, 105 Second Street, Monument, 719-481-2665 will host two local authors this evening. Jean Alfieri will be signing both her Zuggy the Pug Rescue series and her new guided journal, Blessed to be Me and Susan Mathis will sign the second installment of the Thousand Islands Gilded Age series, Devyn's Dilemma along with her other titles. We request the wearing of masks to protect our authors and our customers. Thank you for your cooperation. more info... | |
| 8/24/2020 | Bryson's Chase 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament presented by Mortgage Solutions Financial We are so very excited to announce our 2nd Annual Bryson's Chase Charity Golf Tournament presented by Mortgage Solutions Financial, benefiting Children's Hospital Colorado Pediatric Mental Health Institute. It will be held on Monday, August 24, 2020 at the Country Club of Colorado with an 8 am shotgun start. This event is shaping up to be even bigger and better than last year! We have many of the same fun activities as we did last year, as well as some new surprises in store! Lots of on course games, prizes, 50/50 raffle and an amazing silent auction. Win a Porsche Cayman on our Hole in One contest! Register TODAY! It is the mission of Bryson’s Chase Foundation to raise funds for families with children in need of mental health care. We exist to help future generations build valuable coping mechanisms in order to avoid tragic and extreme alternatives such as substance abuse, criminal behavior, and suicide. more info... | |
| 9/3/2020 | Chamber Networking Breakfast - 9/3/2020 Join Us for Breakfast! Networking Breakfasts take place the first and third Thursday of every month in the Chamber of Commerce Community Room from 7:30-9:00 AM. Listen to 10-minute informative talks from one or two fellow members. Meet and mingle with other business people over a tasty breakfast provided by the speakers. Everyone gets 30 seconds to introduce themselves and tell what's up in their business. It will also be broadcast on Zoom for those unable or uncomfortable to attend. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88211978446?pwd=TS9TZGpISTZIbkV6YW9XQ05CbHcxZz09 Meeting ID: 882 1197 8446 Passcode: 267643 Dial in 669-900-6833 Annual membership is $50 and Chamber membership is required to attend in person. You must register in advance to attend, walk-ins and guests are not allowed. This is strictly enforced. Please register even for virtual. :) This week's speaker is: TBD Please be punctual. Please email laura@trilakeschamber.com if you can no longer attend. Rules for right now: Tri-Lakes Chamber Breakfast members only for a bit Masks are required - You must wear a mask when entering and when walking around. When seated to eat you may take it off (We are following restaurant rules Your temperature (touchless) will be taken at the door You will be asked to sign a waiver that states: The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Chamber cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" on_____________ could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. When you arrive please do not park in the Black Forest Foods or Ice Cave parking. Black Forest Foods is open for Breakfast and they are a member of our so please be respectful of their business. more info... | |
| 9/8/2020 | Virtual Business After Hours Join us as we host our Virtual Business After Hours. This will be a monthly event for those that cannot join us in person. It will be every month on the second Tuesday of the month. Our special guest is TBD. After the speaker for the first 10 min, we will go around "the room" so everyone can introduce yourself and your business. Tuesday 9/8 5:00 pm-6:00 pm on Zoom This will work like a normal Business After Hours, come and go as you wish. Connect with friends, new businesses, and learn more about your community. Join Zoom Meeting more info... | |
| 9/17/2020 | Chamber Networking Breakfast - 9/17/2020 Join Us for Breakfast! Networking Breakfasts take place the first and third Thursday of every month in the Chamber of Commerce Community Room from 7:30-9:00 AM. Listen to 10-minute informative talks from one or two fellow members. Meet and mingle with other business people over a tasty breakfast provided by the speakers. Everyone gets 30 seconds to introduce themselves and tell what's up in their business. It will also be broadcast on Zoom for those unable or uncomfortable to attend. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89069597543?pwd=YzRqVVVJeDlpRkwrM3p6WE5pTS9Kdz09 Meeting ID: 890 6959 7543 Passcode: 713870 Dial in 346-248-7799 Annual membership is $50 and Chamber membership is required to attend in person. You must register in advance to attend, walk-ins and guests are not allowed. This is strictly enforced. Please register even for virtual. :) This week's speaker is: TBD Please be punctual. Please email laura@trilakeschamber.com if you can no longer attend. Rules for right now: Tri-Lakes Chamber Breakfast members only for a bit Masks are required - You must wear a mask when entering and when walking around. When seated to eat you may take it off (We are following restaurant rules Your temperature (touchless) will be taken at the door You will be asked to sign a waiver that states: The Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Chamber cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" on_____________ could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending the Chamber Networking "Breakfast" and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. When you arrive please do not park in the Black Forest Foods or Ice Cave parking. Black Forest Foods is open for Breakfast and they are a member of our so please be respectful of their business. more info... | |
| 9/19/2020 | Run4Hope 5K for Schools
We have both a Family Color Fun Run and a Competitive 5K with chip timing! New this year is a Pancake Breakfast, vendors, and a silent auction! more info... | |
| 9/19/2020 | Run 4 Hope 5k For Schools Run4Hope 5K for Schools is a fun, community-wide event that raises money and awareness for suicide prevention programs in local area high schools. With suicides at alarming levels, we want to punch a hole in the darkness and provide hope for everyone through Sources of Strength, a widely-accepted, peer-based school program. Join us for this fun and exciting race and be a part of the solution! We have both a Family Color Fun Run and a Competitive 5K with chip timing! New this year is a pancake breakfast, music, vendors, and silent auction! more info... | |
| 9/24/2020 | Don't give away Home Equity! Sell SMART Several real estate companies offer to buy your home instantly and resell it for you, saving you time and effort. Some even claim to save you money. But is that kind of quick sale in your best interests? This Meetup will cover the pros and cons of the "ibuyer" real estate model. Once you have all the facts, you can make an informed decision about whether this strategy is in your best interests. We encourage you to be a SMART home buyer and seller! Save your home equity Manage your net profit Act now to save later Realize Retail vs Wholesale gains Target your financial freedom more info... | |
| 11/7/2020 | Annual Awards Dinner  Join us for our Annual Awards Dinner and Auction November 7, 2020 6:00 - 7:00 pm Cocktail Hour 7:00 - 9:30 pm Program 9:30 - 11:00 pm Dancing Awards, Dinner, Dancing, Live & Silent Auctions Tickets are $75 for Tri-Lakes Chamber Members and $90 for Non-Members Thank you to our sponsors! For sponsorship opportunities click here Platinum    Silent Auction  more info... |
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Monthly Education - August - Minding Your Business - Free Library Resources to Help Your Business. 8/12/2020 register for this event... Business After Hours - August 8/18/2020 register for this event... Chamber Networking Breakfast - 8/20/2020 8/20/2020 register for this event... Chamber Orientation - 9/2/20 9/2/2020 register for this event... Chamber Networking Breakfast - 9/3/2020 9/3/2020 register for this event... Cancelled - Labor Day Weekend Street Fair - 2020 9/5/2020 Registration has Closed for this event. Chamber Networking Breakfast - 9/17/2020 9/17/2020 register for this event... Monthly Education - September - Website Need-To-Knows for Your Small Business 9/22/2020 register for this event... Monthly Education - October - Tax Prep Essentials for Small Businesses 10/6/2020 register for this event... Annual Awards Dinner - Party with the Chamber 11/7/2020 register for this event... Monthly Education - November - Creating Operational Efficiencies in Your Small Business 11/12/2020 register for this event... Monthly Education - December - Speed Networking 12/10/2020 register for this event... |
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