Events for September 2016

Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce
Sep 1 WTF Network 1st Thursday
Welcome Thursday Friends!
 
The WTF Network is a Fruita Chamber sponsored networking group that meets Thursdays at noon at Fruita area restaurants.
 
Meet your fellow Fruita Chamber members in a relaxed setting. We eat lunch, chat, talk about business, and generally have a good time.
 
If you're not a Fruita Chamber member, you're welcome to attend once or twice to check out the group, but we'd love for you to join the Chamber and become a regular attendee!

If you'd like to be a speaker at one of our lunches, please contact Allie Daniel at 970-639-8165 or call the Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce at 970-858-3894.
 
  • Date:
    September 1, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    Dragon Treasure
    576 Kokopelli Boulevard, Unit A
    Fruita, CO 81521
  • Contact:
    Allie Daniel
  • EMail:
    happytrailscolo@yahoo.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday every month at noon.
  • Fees/Admission:
    There is no cost but the price of lunch and one hour of your time.
Sep 3 Farmer's Market 2016
Join us every Saturday June 25 through September 17th for fresh vegetables, fruits, other items from local artisans as well as live music!
  • Date:
    September 3, 2016
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org
  • Location:
    Civic Center Park 
    Fruita, Colorado
  • Contact:
    Jen Keck
  • EMail:
    Jen@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    June 25 - September 17 2016
    8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    $200 Reserved Seasonal Spot
    $150 for the Season (no reserved spot)
    $25 per week
    $10 Non-Profit/Community Service Limited spaces
Sep 5 Tai Chi - Moving for better ballance
An evidence-based program that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi in helping older adults improve their balance and increase their confidence in everyday activities. Learn and practice eight Tai Chi movements tailored to adults who wish to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falling.
  • Date:
    September 5, 2016
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Meet at Fruita Community Center 324 N. Coulson, Fruita, CO. 858-0360
  • Contact:
    Cheri Delaney
  • EMail:
    cdelaney@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Session begins June 20 - Sept. 14 Monday & Wednesday at 8am.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25/ entire session
Sep 5 Business Builders
Learn about our Business Builders groups! Meet other members interested in growing their  businesses.
  • Date:
    September 5, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    The Nickel
    734 South 7th Street
    Grand Junction, CO
  • Contact:
    Jennifer
  • EMail:
    jennifer@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    12 pm to 1 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Sep 7 Tai Chi - Moving for better ballance
An evidence-based program that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi in helping older adults improve their balance and increase their confidence in everyday activities. Learn and practice eight Tai Chi movements tailored to adults who wish to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falling.
  • Date:
    September 7, 2016
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Meet at Fruita Community Center 324 N. Coulson, Fruita, CO. 858-0360
  • Contact:
    Cheri Delaney
  • EMail:
    cdelaney@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Session begins June 20 - Sept. 14 Monday & Wednesday at 8am.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25/ entire session
Sep 9 Ambassador Meeting
Ambassador Meeting
  • Date:
    September 9, 2016
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location:
    @ The Fruita Chamber
  • Contact:
    Sherri Boyce
  • EMail:
    sherri@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Friday December 13, 2014
Sep 10 Farmer's Market 2016
Join us every Saturday June 25 through September 17th for fresh vegetables, fruits, other items from local artisans as well as live music!
  • Date:
    September 10, 2016
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org
  • Location:
    Civic Center Park 
    Fruita, Colorado
  • Contact:
    Jen Keck
  • EMail:
    Jen@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    June 25 - September 17 2016
    8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    $200 Reserved Seasonal Spot
    $150 for the Season (no reserved spot)
    $25 per week
    $10 Non-Profit/Community Service Limited spaces
Sep 12 Tai Chi - Moving for better ballance
An evidence-based program that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi in helping older adults improve their balance and increase their confidence in everyday activities. Learn and practice eight Tai Chi movements tailored to adults who wish to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falling.
  • Date:
    September 12, 2016
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Meet at Fruita Community Center 324 N. Coulson, Fruita, CO. 858-0360
  • Contact:
    Cheri Delaney
  • EMail:
    cdelaney@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Session begins June 20 - Sept. 14 Monday & Wednesday at 8am.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25/ entire session
Sep 12 Business Builders
Learn about our Business Builders groups! Meet other members interested in growing their  businesses.
  • Date:
    September 12, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    The Nickel
    734 South 7th Street
    Grand Junction, CO
  • Contact:
    Jennifer
  • EMail:
    jennifer@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    12 pm to 1 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Sep 13 Women In Business
The Women In Business Group will have a networking event each month with the location updated and announced each month. Come meet, mingle, and join the fun with other women business owners.
  • Date:
    September 13, 2016
  • Time:
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org/women-in-business-networking-group/
  • Location:
    Rib City Grill
    455 Kokopelli Dr., Suite #E
    Fruita, CO

     
  • Contact:
    Sheri Boyce or Janet Brazfield
  • EMail:
    sherri@fruitachamber.org or janet@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Speaker:  Josh McGuire with Switch Energy and Gold's Gym
    Topic:  The Law of Attraction and Its Influence on Business
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free for all Chamber Members
    Non Alcohol drinks and appetizers provided
Sep 14 Fruita Chamber Board Meeting
General Monthly Board Meeting
  • Date:
    September 14, 2016
  • Time:
    7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location:
    Location varies - if you have something you wish to address with the FACC Board of Directors, please contact kayla@fruitachamber.org
  • Contact:
    Fruita Chamber
  • EMail:
    kayla@fruitachamber.org
Sep 14 Tai Chi - Moving for better ballance
An evidence-based program that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi in helping older adults improve their balance and increase their confidence in everyday activities. Learn and practice eight Tai Chi movements tailored to adults who wish to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falling.
  • Date:
    September 14, 2016
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Meet at Fruita Community Center 324 N. Coulson, Fruita, CO. 858-0360
  • Contact:
    Cheri Delaney
  • EMail:
    cdelaney@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Session begins June 20 - Sept. 14 Monday & Wednesday at 8am.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25/ entire session
Sep 16 Marketing Meetings for 2016
Marketing Meeting
Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Date:
    September 16, 2016
  • Time:
    7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org
  • Location:
    Judy's Family Restaurant
    435 Highway 6 & 50, Fruita, CO
  • Contact:
    Janet Brazfield
  • EMail:
    janet@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
    Every Third Friday of Each Month
  • Fees/Admission:
    None
Sep 17 Farmer's Market 2016
Join us every Saturday June 25 through September 17th for fresh vegetables, fruits, other items from local artisans as well as live music!
  • Date:
    September 17, 2016
  • Time:
    8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org
  • Location:
    Civic Center Park 
    Fruita, Colorado
  • Contact:
    Jen Keck
  • EMail:
    Jen@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    June 25 - September 17 2016
    8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    $200 Reserved Seasonal Spot
    $150 for the Season (no reserved spot)
    $25 per week
    $10 Non-Profit/Community Service Limited spaces
Sep 19 Business Builders
Learn about our Business Builders groups! Meet other members interested in growing their  businesses.
  • Date:
    September 19, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    The Nickel
    734 South 7th Street
    Grand Junction, CO
  • Contact:
    Jennifer
  • EMail:
    jennifer@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    12 pm to 1 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Sep 20 2016 Fruita Business Toolbox
Fruita Business Toolbox

Speaker:    Local Media Panel
Topic:        Media Choices - What's Best for Your Business?
  • Date:
    September 20, 2016
  • Time:
    7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
  • Website:
    http://fruitachamber.org
  • Location:
    Fruita Business Incubator
    325 E. Aspen Ave.
    Fruita, CO 81521
  • Contact:
    Kathie Fingerson
  • EMail:
    kathie@healersofthevalley.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free for Fruita Area Chamber Members and $5.00 for Non-Members.
Sep 22 WTF Network-4th Thursday
Welcome Thursday Friends!
 
The WTF Network is a Fruita Chamber sponsored networking group that meets Thursdays at noon at Fruita area restaurants.
 
Meet your fellow Fruita Chamber members in a relaxed setting. We eat lunch, chat, talk about business, and generally have a good time.
 
If you're not a Fruita Chamber member, you're welcome to attend once or twice to check out the group, but we'd love for you to join the Chamber and become a regular attendee!

If you'd like to be a speaker at one of our lunches, please contact Allie Daniel at 970-639-8165 or call the Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce at 970-858-3894.
  • Date:
    September 22, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    Rib City Grill
    455 Kokopelli Boulevard
    Fruita, CO 81521
  • Contact:
    Allie Daniel
  • EMail:
    happytrailscolo@yahoo.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday At Noon
  • Fees/Admission:
    There is no cost but the price of lunch and one hour of your time.
Sep 23 Fruita Fossils Hiking Club - extended hike - La Sal Hike
Fossils hiking club is for seniors 55+ and are in pretty good shape. We will be traveling to further distances & hiking more difficult trails. The elevation may inhibit some seniors w/ oxygen from attending this trip. Please bring water, appropriate clothing, lunch, sun lotion & bug juice.
  • Date:
    September 23, 2016
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Fruita Community Center - 324 N. Coulson, Fruita, CO 858-0360
  • Contact:
    Jacqui Foster
  • EMail:
    jfoster@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    September 23rd at 7am.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $10 or 2 punches from you hiking punch pass.
Sep 23 - Sep 25 Fruita Fall Festival 2016
2016 Fruita Fall Festival
  • Date:
    September 23, 2016
  • Website:
    http://www.fruitafallfestival.com
  • Location:
    Downtown Fruita, Colorado
  • Contact:
    Janet Brazfield
  • EMail:
    janet@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    The Fruita Fall Festival runs each year the last full weekend in September.  In 2016 the dates and times are as follows:

    Friday        September 23, 2016        3:00 pm  to 10:00 pm
    Saturday    September 24, 2016        9:00 am  to 10:00 pm
    Sunday      September 25, 2016      11:00 am  to   4:00 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    FREE for General Public to Attend

    Vendor Booth Space:
    • Circle:
      • 12 x 12 = $400
      • 12 x 24 = $700
    • Mulberry, Peach and Elm
      • 12 x 12 = $350
      • 12 x 24 = $570
    • Civic
      • 12 x 12 = $250
      • 12 x 24 = $400

     
Sep 23 Old Fossil Classic Golf Tournament
Shotgun start, Scramble style, 4-person Golf Tournament benefiting Family Health West and the Museums of Western Colorado.
  • Date:
    September 23, 2016
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.museumofwesternco.org
  • Location:
    Adobe Creek National Golf Course, Fruita, CO
  • Contact:
    Stacey Mascarenas 970-858-2170 or Peter Booth 970-250-0081
  • Date/Time Details:
    9 am Shotgun start.
  • Fees/Admission:
    $100 per or $400 per team. 
    Hole sponsorship: $120
Sep 24 - Sep 25 Disc Golf Tournament
The Fruita Chamber of Commerce Presents the 2016 Fall Festival Disc Golf Tournament! 2 Challenging rounds played at the Riverfront Disc Golf Course in Fruita. 
THIS WILL BE A 2 DAY EVENT OPEN TO THE FIRST 90 AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL PLAYERS.
    REQUIRES 4 PLAYERS TO MAKE A DIVISION
    ALL OPEN DIVISIONS $ 45.00
    AMATEUR DIVISIONS $35.00
    JUNIORS BOYS AND GIRLS $15.00
    PRE-REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT IS REQUIRED NO EXCEPTIONS
    PLEASE GO TO : WWW.FRUITAFALLFESTIVAL.COM (For rules, entry form and payment)
                 This will be a Non-PDGA Event
 
 
  • Date:
    September 24, 2016
  • Time:
    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruitafallfestival.com
  • Location:
    Directions to Course: From I-70 take Fruita exit, go south to HWY 340, turn right on Kingsview Rd. follow to Snooksbottom park make a right on gravel rd. go to parking lot..
     
  • Contact:
    Bill Alderman 970-216-0726
  • EMail:
    fouralderman@msn.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Check-In:
    · Friday September 23rd after 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    · Saturday September 24th 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
     
    Tee Off & Players’ Meetings:
    · Saturday we will have a players meeting at 9:30 a.m. with Tee-Off at 10:00 a.m.
    · Sunday player meeting at 9:15 a.m. Tee-off at 9:45 a.m.
     
  • Fees/Admission:

        REQUIRES 4 PLAYERS TO MAKE A DIVISION
        ALL OPEN DIVISIONS $ 45.00
        AMATEUR DIVISIONS $35.00
       JUNIORS BOYS AND GIRLS $15.00
       PRE-REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT IS REQUIRED NO EXCEPTIONS
                                 PLEASE GO TO : WWW.FRUITAFALLFESTIVAL.COM (For rules, and entry form)
                     This will be a Non-PDGA Event
     
Sep 24 Fruita True Value Old-Fashioned Cookery Contest
Fruita True Value Presents the 2016 Old-Fashioned Cookery Contest!
  • Date:
    September 24, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://fruitafallfestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Cooking-Contest-Application.pdf
  • Location:
    Fruita True Value, 1690 Highway 6 & 50 Fruita
  • Contact:
    Pat Detko
  • EMail:
    pedetko@yahoo.com, Jen@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Saturday September 24, 2016 
    Drop off entries between 12 noon and 1pm - Winning dishes in 4 categories announced at 3 pm.
  • Fees/Admission:
    No fees.
Sep 25 Enstrom Candies Fruita's Got Talent
Enstrom Candies Fruita's Got Talent Show at the Fruita Fall Festival!
Be creative! Singing, dancing, playing instruments, martial arts, comedy, magic and poem reading are just some ideas. You can even perform with friends. Please be sure your act is well prepared and appropriate for all ages.

 
  • Date:
    September 25, 2016
  • Time:
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location:
    On Stage at Civic Center Park.
  • Contact:
    Ada Bergstrom
  • EMail:
    ada.bergstrom@kkco11news.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Sunday September 25th at 1pm, please return the form below to the Fruita Chamber of Commerce no later than September 16th.
  • Fees/Admission:
    None
Sep 26 Business Builders
Learn about our Business Builders groups! Meet other members interested in growing their  businesses.
  • Date:
    September 26, 2016
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location:
    The Nickel
    734 South 7th Street
    Grand Junction, CO
  • Contact:
    Jennifer
  • EMail:
    jennifer@fruitachamber.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    12 pm to 1 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Sep 27 Fruita Fall Speaker Series
Local experts from Family Health West and other local businesses will be speaking about current health-related topics Tuesday evenings from 6-7 p.m. from September 28 thru December 13. There will be opportunities to ask questions and to find local resources related to each topic. The series schedule is as follows: November 1: Dr. Troy Griffiths, DPM: Wound Care November 8: Dr. Jonathan Blaha, DC: Low Back Pain Prevention November 15: Dr. Mary Beth Deering, MD: Non-Accidental Trauma: How Can We Protect Our Kids November 29: Ellen Mead, PT, BCB: Sports Performance & Pain Management December 6: Katie Lemas, LCGC: Genetic Counseling December 13: Adrian Johnson, BSN: Self Defense ? Increase your options and learn how to slow down, de-escalate, or interrupt an attack. We ask that attendees kindly RSVP to (970) 858-0360. All presentations will be held at the Fruita Community Center at 324 N Coulson, Fruita CO.
  • Date:
    September 27, 2016
  • Time:
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.fruita.org
  • Location:
    Fruita Community Center
  • Contact:
    Cheri Delaney
  • EMail:
    cdelaney@fruita.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    Tuesdays from 6-7 pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Sep 29 The KAFM Radio Room Presents...Bernardus
Bernardus’ ambient folk rock sound, uniquely paired with lead singer Ben Kramer’s singer/songwriter style of lyrics, brings a tone that is best described as alternative americana through a modern pop lens. Bernardus will embark on a 7 week duo tour starting September 28, 2016. The duo will be playing mostly original and some cover music for a wide variety of venues in many different states. Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door and may be purchased by calling (970) 241-8801, Ext. 0 or online at www.kafmradio.org. The Radio Room is located at 1310 Ute Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
  • Date:
    September 29, 2016
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    The KAFM Radio Room 1310 Ute Ave Grand Junction, CO
  • Contact:
    Betty Ries 971-241-8801x0
  • EMail:
    betty@kafmradio.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    September 29th 7:30pm
  • Fees/Admission:
    Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door