Did you have any idea that Colorado has over 48 wineries? The reason we have so many successful (and delicious) wineries is the climate. Our wonderful Colorado weather provides ample sunshine to grow plump and juicy grapes at the myriad of vineyards from around the state.
Now is your opportunity to sample some of what our great state has to offer and all for a great cause. This is the First Annual Colorado Winefest event. I have included all the details and their website below. Definitely add this great event to your calendar!
http://www.coloradowinefest.com/denver/
Saturday, June 11, 2011 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Don't miss the First Annual Colorado Winefest in Denver hosted by Cave (Colorado Association for Viticulture and Enology)! This event is a sister event to the Colorado Mountain Winefest that takes place in Palisade each year in September.
Taste wines from 48 Colorado Wineries, all in one festival!
The Colorado Winefest in Denver is a fundraiser for the grape growers and winemakers of Colorado. All funds go towards education, seminars, research and equipment to improve grape growing and wine-making in Colorado.
Ticket price includes wine glass, wine tote, wine tasting at all participating Colorado wineries, five food
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
EVENTS: Colorado's Newest Farmers Market - Edgewater
Here is another Colorado event to put on your Calendar.Keeping it local and building our economy, is what Fresh Deals Direct is all about! How much more local can you get then buying direct from some of Colorado's premier farmers and co-ops?
As you are probably already aware, Colorado is already known for it's many wonderful Farmers Markets which dot the entire state. That being said, there is always room for a new and exciting venue. The newest market to startup is EDGEWATER Farmers Market. This market is centrally located at the corner of 25th and Sheridan Blvd.
Edgewater Farmers Market will feature 30 or so vendors, including succulent fresh picked Colorado produce from Miller Farms, unique Colorado arts and crafts by talented local artisans, Fun entertainment provided by C.O.M.B.O. (the Colorado Music Business Organization), and of course mouthwatering fresh food to feast upon while you shop to your hearts content.
Edgewater Farmers Market is managed by a local company VendorHippo.com that specializes in all things Farmers Market, so you know it will be successful and exciting. So mark your calendars and plan to enjoy your Thursday evenings all summer long at the Edgewater Farmers Market.
Edgewater Farmers Market
corner of 25th and Sheridan Blvd.
Thursdays 5-8 p.m.
Starting June 2nd and running through September 8th. RAIN OR SHINE!!!
Ample parking is available.
Happy shopping!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Why Buy local? Top 10 reasons why YOU should
The buying local movement started as a grassroots campaign to help re-build our local economy. Big box retailers, online merchants, and massive Corporate downsizing, have drawn way too much resources out of our local economy and now its time to take a stand and support the local retailers and the independent business owners behind them.
Below are the top 10 reasons to buy local in understandable terms.
1. Significantly More Money Re-circulates.
When you purchase at locally owned businesses rather than nationally owned, more money is kept in the community because locally-owned businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers and farms. Purchasing local helps grow other businesses as well as the tax base.
2. Non Profits Receive Greater Support.
Local business owners donate more to local charities than non-local owners.
3. Unique Businesses Create Character & Prosperity
The unique character of Colorado is what brought us here and keeps us here. Our tourism businesses also benefit.
4. Environmental Impact Is Reduced.
Local businesses make more local purchases requiring less transportation and usually set up shop in town centers rather than on the fringe. This generally means contributing less to sprawl, congestion, habitat loss and pollution.
5. Most New Jobs Are Provided By Local Businesses.
Small local businesses are the largest employers nationally.
6. Customer Service Is Better.
Local businesses often hire people with more specific product expertise for better customer service.
7. Local Business Owners Invest In Community.
Local businesses are owned by people who live in this community, are less likely to leave, and are more invested in the community’s future.
8. Public Benefits Far Outweigh Public Costs.
Local businesses require comparatively little infrastructure and more efficiently utilize public services relative to chain stores.
9. Competition And Diversity Leads To More Consumer Choices.
A marketplace of thousands of small businesses is the best way to ensure innovation and low prices over the long-term.
10. Investment Is Encouraged.
A growing body of economic research shows that in an increasingly homogenized world, entrepreneurs and skilled workers are more likely to invest and settle in communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and distinctive character.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Event listings as promised
Here are a few local events that I have found. I would love to have some comments on how these events turned out and if you would recommend them to others.FRIDAY NIGHT ART WALK- FREE
On the 1st Friday in Niwot, there is an Art Walk featuring Art, kids activities, and live music along Second Avenue and in Cottonwood Square. 5-8 p.m.
www.facebook.com/niwot for details.
SECOND FRIDAY WALK LONGMONT - FREE
Art openings, live entertainment and retailer open houses 6-9 p.m.
Downtown Longmont, Main street between Third and Sixth Avenues.
www.downtownlongmont.com
As I find out about other events I will keep you posted.
Cheers to all!!!
Local Event Listings
Did I tell you how excited I am about my business? I love the interaction with business owners! They are the best!!! I have decided to include local events and activities in my blog so that you may be able to enjoy as many of them as possible. Some of the events are free of charge, others may have a fee. Not all events will be associated with my small businesses, but If they are, I will provide extra blogging as well as posts on FB and Twitter.
If you happen to know of any events you would like listed, please leave me a message and I will be happy to add it to the others.
And so it begins....
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My business does a few things others can't do. First of all, we require ZERO upfront fees from our businesses, and at the end of their promotion time, we hand deliver a check to them. Yes, I said nothing upfront and a check to boot!
How do we do this? Easy, we provide the avenue for the business to be highlighted, and the consumers purchase their certificate for goods or services from our website. This is done safely and securely through AUTHORIZE.NET , the world's foremost merchant services company. Our fee is deducted from the total, the remaining balance is then delivered to the business. Thus, we have provided your business with zero down advertising, guaranteed customers, AND working capital.
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